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CO bill #HB1041 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Student Athlete Name Image or Likeness
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Colorado's regulations regarding student athletes' rights to earn compensation from their name, image, and likeness (NIL). The legislation broadens the definition of "student athlete" to include individuals who are currently or potentially eligible to engage in intercollegiate sports, excluding high school athletes. The bill allows institutions of higher education and collegiate athletic associations to provide compensation to student athletes for the use of their NIL, and removes previous restrictions that prohibited such compensation. It also ensures that student athletes can obtain professional representation, including athlete advisors and attorneys, with minors requiring parent or guardian representation in negotiations. Additionally, the bill mandates that institutions submit annual reports to the Department of Higher Education detailing gender- and sport-based spending in areas like budgets, salaries, and participation. The legislation also modifies the Colorado Open Records Act to protect personally identifiable information in student athlete NIL contracts, preventing public disclosure of sensitive details such as names, addresses, financial terms, and other identifying information. These changes aim to provide student athletes with more financial opportunities and privacy protections while maintaining transparency in collegiate athletics.
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Bill Summary: Under current law, there are requirements of an athletic association, an institution of higher education, and a student athlete regarding a student athlete's compensation for their name, image, or likeness. The bill extends these requirements to an individual who is eligible to engage in or may be eligible in the future to engage in any intercollegiate sport. The bill allows an institution of higher education or athletic association to compensate a student athlete for the use of the student athlete's name, image, or likeness. Under current law, a student athlete is prohibited from entering into a contract if it conflicts with a team contract. The bill repeals this prohibition and related provisions. Under the "Colorado Open Records Act", the bill exempts from the public right of inspection an agreement or contract concerning a student athlete's name, image, or likeness, or any communication or material related to an agreement or a contract concerning a student athlete's name, image, or likeness.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Lesley Smith (D)*, Judith Amabile (D)*, James Coleman (D)*, Shannon Bird (D), Monica Duran (D), Karen McCormick (D), Alex Valdez (D), Yara Zokaie (D), Marc Snyder (D)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate Third Reading Calendar (13:30:00 4/10/2025 Senate Floor)
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CO bill #SB081 • Last Action 04/10/2025
Treasurer's Office
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Building Urgent Infrastructure and Leveraging Dollars (BUILD) Authority, a new special purpose authority designed to finance critical infrastructure projects across Colorado. The authority will be governed by an 11-member board including state officials, legislative representatives, and experts in construction, finance, and labor. The bill removes limits on the state treasurer's public financing cash fund and allows the use of security token offerings for state capital financing. The BUILD Authority can issue bonds, provide financing for eligible infrastructure projects, and has broad powers to support projects in areas such as transportation, utilities, renewable energy, housing, water infrastructure, and economic development. The authority is specifically designed to leverage federal funding, prioritize projects with strong labor standards, and support local economic development. Importantly, the bonds issued by the authority will not constitute state debt and will be payable solely from the authority's own funds. The bill requires the authority to develop policies for project selection, with criteria including matching funds, local hiring commitments, project labor agreements, and benefits to underrepresented communities. Starting in 2026, the authority must submit annual reports detailing its operations and financial activities to the state legislature.
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Bill Summary: Section 1 of the bill amends the state public financing cash fund (fund) statute in 2 ways. First, the bill removes the limit on the amounts included in the issuance or incurrence of certain financial obligations by the state that the state treasurer credits to the fund. Second, the bill modifies the fund so that bond counsel approval is no longer needed before money in the fund is used to reimburse the state treasurer for certain verifiable costs. Section 2 allows the state treasurer to use a security token offering for state capital financing and adopt rules as necessary to do so. Section 3 creates a new special purpose authority: The building urgent infrastructure and leveraging dollars authority (authority). The authority's primary purpose is to finance certain infrastructure projects that are ready for construction or commencement. As used in this context, an infrastructure project is a project that includes, but is not limited to, the development, construction, repair, improvement, operation, maintenance, decommissioning, or ownership of: A transportation facility; utility infrastructure; renewable energy infrastructure; recycling infrastructure; energy efficiency infrastructure; an education facility; water infrastructure; affordable and accessible housing stock; or digital, social, or other infrastructure related to economic development. The powers of the authority are vested in a 9-member board with the following membership: ! The state treasurer or the state treasurer's designee; ! The state architect or the state architect's designee; ! The chair of the capital development committee of the general assembly or any successor committee; ! A member of the capital development committee of the general assembly or any successor committee who is the longest serving member on the committee and who is a member of the major political party other than the party of the chair of the committee; ! A representative of a statewide organization of general and specialty commercial construction contractors, appointed by the governor; ! A representative of a statewide employee organization representing building and construction trade workers, appointed by the president of the senate; ! An individual representing service employees; ! An individual with a background in finance who has experience with pension fund management, appointed by the state treasurer; and ! An individual with a background in finance who has experience with bonds, appointed by the state treasurer. The state treasurer or the state treasurer's designee shall serve as the chair and shall call the first meeting of the board no later than January 1, 2026. Among other powers, the authority may: ! Make and execute agreements, contracts, and other instruments as necessary to achieve the authority's purposes, including contracting with the officers, personnel, and consultants of the state treasurer to achieve its purposes; ! Charge to and collect from state agencies and persons fees and charges in connection with the authority's loans or other services; ! Issue and sell building urgent infrastructure and leveraging dollars bonds, payable solely from the building urgent infrastructure and leveraging dollars bonding fund created within the authority; ! Invest and deposit money; and ! Finance or participate in the financing of eligible projects or any interest in such a project. The infrastructure and long-term development assistance program (program) is created in the authority to allow for the authority to provide financing for eligible projects. The bill requires the authority to develop policies and procedures necessary to implement the program. At a minimum, the policies and procedures must specify application criteria, an application process, and a selection process for the authority to determine which eligible projects it will finance or assist in financing through the program. The authority shall pay for such financing out of the eligible project revolving fund created in the authority.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Judith Amabile (D)*, Jeff Bridges (D)*, Shannon Bird (D)*, Emily Sirota (D)*, Matt Ball (D), Chris Kolker (D), Dylan Roberts (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Third Reading Calendar (13:30:00 4/10/2025 Senate Floor)
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CA bill #AB1280 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Energy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses several key aspects of California's energy and industrial decarbonization efforts. It expands the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank's (I-Bank) Climate Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund Program to include a new category of climate catalyst projects focused on decarbonizing industrial facilities' heat and power use, such as industrial heat pumps and thermal energy storage projects. The bill establishes an Industrial Facilities Thermal Energy Storage Program within the existing Long-Duration Energy Storage Program to provide financial incentives for projects that help decarbonize industrial facilities. It also renames the existing Industrial Grid Support and Decarbonization Program to the Industrial Decarbonization and Improvement of Grid Operations Program, adding a focus on reducing health-harming pollutants. The bill introduces new requirements for eligible projects, including creating high-road jobs, using project labor agreements, providing workforce training, and prioritizing projects in under-resourced communities. Additionally, the bill establishes a thermal energy storage grant program administered by local air pollution control districts to support facility decarbonization, with a focus on early compliance with zero nitrogen oxides emissions limits. The legislation aims to support California's clean energy goals by providing financial incentives and support for industrial facilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve grid operations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 63048.93 of the Government Code, and to amend Sections 25640, 25641, 25642, 25645, 25662, 25662.2, and 25662.4 of, and to amend the heading of Article 2 (commencing with Section 25662) of Chapter 7.6 of Division 15 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to energy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Garcia (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Utilities And Energy Hearing (13:30:00 4/2/2025 State Capitol, Room 437)
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CA bill #SB501 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Household Hazardous Waste Producer Responsibility Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Producer Responsibility Program for household hazardous waste, requiring manufacturers to create a producer responsibility organization (PRO) to manage the collection, transportation, and safe disposal of certain consumer products containing hazardous substances. The bill defines "covered products" as items like pesticides, aerosols, oxidizers, certain automotive products, compressed gases, lithium batteries, and other potentially dangerous household items. The PRO will be responsible for developing a comprehensive plan to collect these products at no cost to consumers or local governments, with requirements to ensure convenient collection methods, including permanent and temporary collection sites, curbside collection, and collection events. The organization must also develop an education and outreach program to increase consumer awareness, reduce improper disposal, and aim to decrease the percentage of improperly disposed hazardous waste by 40% by 2036. Producers will be required to register with the PRO, fund the program through an equitable cost-sharing mechanism, and comply with reporting requirements. The Department of Toxic Substances Control will oversee the program, with the authority to approve plans, conduct audits, and impose penalties for non-compliance. The goal is to reduce environmental and public health risks associated with improper disposal of household hazardous waste while minimizing the financial burden on local governments.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 10.8.5 (commencing with Section 25218.50) to Chapter 6.5 of Division 20 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous materials.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Allen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Senate Environmental Quality Hearing (09:00:00 4/2/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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SC bill #S0268 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Children and Social Media
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for online services that are likely to be accessed by minors, aiming to protect children and teenagers from potential digital harm. The legislation requires covered online services (defined as digital platforms with significant annual revenues or user data processing) to implement strict safeguards for users under 18, including tools that allow minors and parents to limit time spent on the service, control privacy settings, and opt out of features like targeted advertising and personalized recommendation systems. The bill mandates that online services collect minimal personal data from minors, prohibits targeted advertising to minors, restricts notifications during certain hours, and requires services to prevent potential psychological, emotional, and physical harm to young users. Additionally, covered online services must provide annual public reports prepared by independent third-party auditors detailing their practices regarding minors, which will be submitted to the Attorney General. The law includes significant enforcement mechanisms, with potential liability for treble damages and personal liability for willful violations, and is designed to complement existing consumer protection laws by providing the greatest possible protection for minors in digital spaces.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Chapter 80 To Title 39 So As To Provide That A Covered Online Service Shall Take Care In The Use Of A Minor's Personal Data And In The Design And Implementation Of The Service To Prevent Harm To Minors, To Provide That The Online Service Must Provide Minors With Easily Accessible Tools To Limit Time Spent On The Service And Protect Personal Data, To Provide Limits On How Much Of A Minor's Data The Service May Collect And Restrict The Use Of Such Data, To Provide That Online Services Must Offer Parents Tools To Help Them Protect Minors Using The Service And To Enable Them To Report Harms To Minors On Online Services, To Provide That Online Services Must Issue A Public Report On The Service's Practices Pertaining To Minors, And To Define Necessary Terms.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Sean Bennett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate L.C.I. Special Subcommittee (09:00:00 4/2/2025 Gressette Room 207)
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CA bill #SB561 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Hazardous waste: Emergency Distress Flare Safe Disposal Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Emergency Distress Flare Safe Disposal Act, which creates a manufacturer responsibility program for the safe management of emergency distress flares (primarily marine flares used on pleasure vessels). Manufacturers of covered pyrotechnic distress signal products will be required to develop and implement a comprehensive plan for collecting, transporting, and properly disposing of these hazardous waste products. The plan must include details about collection sites, education and outreach efforts, and management processes, and must be submitted to and approved by the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC). Manufacturers must submit annual reports detailing their collection efforts, and are prohibited from selling flares containing perchlorate. The program will be phased in, with no penalties for non-compliance before July 1, 2029. Manufacturers or their collective responsibility organization will be responsible for funding the program's implementation, including paying regulatory costs to DTSC, which will establish a Marine Flare Recovery Fund to manage these expenses. The bill aims to address the environmental and safety risks posed by improper disposal of emergency distress flares, particularly those used in marine environments.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 16 (commencing with Section 25258.25) to Chapter 6.5 of Division 20 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous waste.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Catherine Blakespear (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Senate Environmental Quality Hearing (09:00:00 4/2/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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CA bill #SB601 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Water: waste discharge.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive changes to California's water quality regulations, focusing on expanding protections for water resources, particularly "nexus waters" (a new term defined in the bill). The bill requires cities and counties to verify water discharge permits for businesses and construction projects over one acre, mandating that applicants provide specific information like total planned disturbed acreage and Waste Discharger Identification (WDID) numbers. By January 30, 2028, the State Water Resources Control Board must adopt primary drinking water standards at least as stringent as federal standards in effect on January 19, 2025. The bill broadens the state board's authority to adopt water quality control plans for all waters of the state, including previously unregulated waters, and requires regional boards to include these "nexus waters" in processes like the California Integrated Report. The legislation also increases civil penalties for water discharge violations, with the state board's executive director required to adjust these penalties annually for inflation. Additionally, the bill creates a new citizen enforcement mechanism allowing individuals to bring legal actions to enforce federal and state water quality standards for nexus waters, with specific procedural requirements and potential monetary penalties. The bill emphasizes maintaining or strengthening existing environmental protections and ensures that more stringent provisions will prevail in case of conflicting regulations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 16000.3 and 16100.3 of the Business and Professions Code, to add and repeal Section 116365.04 of the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 13170, 13263, 13350, 13370, 13372, 13373, 13376, 13383.5, 13385, 13385.1, and 13387 of, to amend the heading of Chapter 5.5 (commencing with Section 13370) of Division 7 of, to add Sections 13052, 13164.5, 13250, 13251, 13352, and 13377.5 to, and to add Article 8 (commencing with Section 13366) to Chapter 5 of Division 7 of, the Water Code, relating to water, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ben Allen (D)*, Lena Gonzalez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Senate Environmental Quality Hearing (09:00:00 4/2/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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CA bill #SB607 • Last Action 04/02/2025
California Environmental Quality Act: categorical exemptions: infill projects.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several modifications to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to streamline environmental review processes for certain types of projects, particularly urban infill and housing-related developments. The bill would require the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation to map eligible urban infill sites in every incorporated city by July 1, 2026, and develop refined criteria for infill development categorical exemptions. If a project is close to qualifying for a categorical exemption but fails on one specific condition, the lead agency would be required to limit environmental review only to that specific disqualifying condition. The bill also allows for a more lenient standard of review for negative declarations, stating that such declarations should be upheld if there is a "fair argument" supported by substantial evidence. Importantly, the bill exempts rezonings consistent with approved housing elements from CEQA requirements, with exceptions for distribution centers and oil and gas infrastructure projects. Additionally, the bill modifies record-keeping requirements for environmental reviews, excluding communications from individuals not directly involved in project decision-making. If a legal challenge successfully argues that a project was improperly exempted from environmental review, subsequent reviews would be limited to the specific reasons for the exemption's failure. These changes aim to expedite project approvals, particularly for housing and urban infill projects, while maintaining environmental protections.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 21080.1 and 21167.6 of, and to add Sections 21080.08, 21083.03, and 21165.5 to, the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental quality.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Scott Wiener (D)*, Buffy Wicks (D), Patrick Ahrens (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Senate Environmental Quality Hearing (09:00:00 4/2/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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CA bill #SB682 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Environmental health: product safety: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to phase out the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of highly persistent and toxic chemicals, in various consumer products. Beginning January 1, 2027, the bill will prohibit the distribution, sale, or offering for sale of covered products containing intentionally added PFAS, including cleaning products, cookware, dental floss, juvenile products, food packaging, and ski wax. The bill establishes a phased approach to PFAS restrictions, with additional product categories being regulated on January 1, 2033, and more specialized products like refrigerants, solvents, and fire suppressants prohibited by January 1, 2040. Manufacturers can petition the Department of Toxic Substances Control for a "currently unavoidable use" determination if they can prove that PFAS are necessary for the product's function, critical for health or safety, and have no safer alternatives. The department will maintain a public list of these determinations, which will expire after five years and can be renewed. The bill also creates a PFAS Oversight Fund to support the department's administrative costs and requires the department to adopt regulations by January 1, 2027 to implement these restrictions. The legislation is driven by concerns about widespread PFAS contamination and its potential health risks, including kidney and liver damage, immune system dysfunction, and increased cancer risks.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 25252 and 108076 of, and to add Chapter 17.5 (commencing with Section 109030) to Part 3 of Division 104 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to product safety.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ben Allen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate Environmental Quality Hearing (09:00:00 4/2/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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CA bill #AB1191 • Last Action 04/02/2025
California Renewables Portfolio Standard Program: hydroelectric generation.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the California Renewables Portfolio Standard Program by expanding the definition of eligible renewable energy resources to include all hydroelectric generating facilities, removing previous restrictions on small hydroelectric generation facilities. Currently, only small hydroelectric facilities of 30 megawatts or less with specific historical procurement conditions were considered eligible renewable energy resources. The bill eliminates the previous complex rules about hydroelectric facility eligibility, such as requirements related to operational dates, capacity limits, and instream beneficial uses. It repeals sections of existing law that detailed nuanced provisions about hydroelectric generation facilities, effectively simplifying the criteria for including hydroelectric generation in renewable energy portfolios. The changes aim to broaden the range of hydroelectric facilities that can contribute to California's renewable energy goals, potentially increasing the total renewable energy capacity available to local publicly owned electric utilities and retail sellers. The bill maintains other existing requirements for renewable energy resources, such as certification processes and tracking mechanisms, while removing specific hydroelectric-related restrictions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 44258.5 of the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 399.12, 399.25, and 399.30 of, and to repeal Sections 399.12.5 and 399.20.5 of, the Public Utilities Code, relating to energy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Tangipa (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Utilities And Energy Hearing (13:30:00 4/2/2025 State Capitol, Room 437)
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SC bill #H3431 • Last Action 04/02/2025
South Carolina Social Media Regulation Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for social media companies operating in South Carolina, with a primary focus on protecting minors online. Beginning March 1, 2026, social media companies with at least five million worldwide account holders must verify the age of South Carolina account holders and obtain express parental consent for minors under 18 to create accounts. The law requires social media platforms to implement several protective measures for minor users, including prohibiting direct messaging from adults who aren't already connected, blocking targeted advertising, filtering harmful content, and preventing collection of excessive personal data. The bill mandates that social media companies provide parents with robust account supervision tools, such as viewing privacy settings, setting time limits, and receiving notifications. Additionally, the legislation requires the Department of Education to develop model programs for educating students about online safety, covering topics like mental health risks, personal security, and identifying potential online threats. The bill allows for private legal action against companies that do not comply, with potential damages of $2,500 per violation or actual damages, and gives the Office of Attorney General exclusive enforcement authority. Notably, any waivers or limitations attempting to circumvent these protections are declared void, emphasizing the law's commitment to safeguarding minors' online experiences.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Article 9 To Chapter 5, Title 39 So As To Provide Definitions; To Provide That A Social Media Company May Not Permit Certain Minors To Be Account Holders; To Provide Requirements For Social Media Companies; To Provide That A Social Media Company Shall Provide Certain Parents Or Guardians With Certain Information; To Provide That A Social Media Company Shall Restrict Social Media Access To Minors During Certain Hours; To Provide For Consumer Complaints; To Provide That The Consumer Services Division Has Authority To Administer And Enforce Certain Requirements; To Provide For An Annual Report; To Provide For A Cause Of Action; And To Provide That Certain Waivers And Limitations Are Void.
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• Introduced: 12/09/2024
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Weston Newton (R)*, Chris Wooten (R), Tommy Pope (R), David Martin (R), Fawn Pedalino (R), John McCravy (R), Beth Bernstein (D), Brandon Guffey (R), Jerry Govan (D), Travis Moore (R), Shannon Erickson (R), Jeff Bradley (R), Robby Robbins (R), Paula Calhoon (R), Mark Smith (R), Heather Crawford (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate L.C.I. Special Subcommittee (09:00:00 4/2/2025 Gressette Room 207)
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CA bill #SB339 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Medi-Cal: laboratory rates.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the reimbursement rates for Medi-Cal (California's Medicaid program) laboratory services, with a special focus on sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing. It creates a separate reimbursement framework for STI-related laboratory services, removing the requirement to calculate rates based on an average of the lowest amounts paid by other payers. The bill requires the Department of Health Care Services to make publicly available a deidentified dataset of laboratory test data from providers who conducted more than 10 tests during a data collection period, including specific coding and payment information. The bill eliminates the previous 10% payment reduction for laboratory services and requires the department to publish this dataset simultaneously with updated reimbursement rates. The legislation aims to provide more transparency in laboratory service pricing while maintaining flexibility in rate-setting methodologies. Notably, the bill preserves confidentiality of submitted data reports while creating a mechanism for limited public access to aggregated, anonymized information. The changes are designed to ensure compliance with federal Medicaid laws and maintain federal financial participation in the Medi-Cal program.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 14105.22 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to Medi-Cal.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Christopher Cabaldon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Health Hearing (13:30:00 4/2/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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CA bill #SB404 • Last Action 04/02/2025
Hazardous materials: metal shredding facilities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for metal shredding facilities in California, addressing their unique operational characteristics and environmental management requirements. The bill creates a new chapter in the Health and Safety Code that defines metal shredding facilities, mandates permitting processes, and sets specific operational standards. Key provisions include requiring facilities to obtain a permit from the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), develop detailed plans for facility operations, manage metal shredder aggregate and residue with strict environmental controls, and implement robust community engagement and notification processes. The bill also establishes requirements for facility closure, financial assurance, and fees, and provides a mechanism for classifying certain materials generated by metal shredding facilities as non-hazardous waste under specific conditions. Notably, the legislation aims to support California's circular economy by providing a clear regulatory pathway for metal recycling operations while ensuring environmental protection and public safety. The bill reflects a legislative intent to create specialized regulations for metal shredding facilities that differ from traditional hazardous waste management approaches, recognizing these facilities' important role in metal recycling and resource conservation.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 25117 of, to add Chapter 6.4 (commencing with Section 25095) to Division 20 of, and to repeal Sections 25150.82, 25150.84, and 25150.86 of, the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous waste.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anna Caballero (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate Environmental Quality Hearing (09:00:00 4/2/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1200)
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OR bill #SB1174 • Last Action 04/01/2025
Relating to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive new framework for licensing and regulating nutritionists in Oregon, expanding the existing Board of Licensed Dietitians to become the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists. The bill establishes detailed requirements for becoming a licensed nutritionist, including holding a master's or doctoral degree in a related field, completing 1,000 hours of supervised practice in specific nutrition care areas, and passing a certified nutrition specialist examination. Licensed nutritionists will be able to provide nutrition care services and medical nutrition therapy, with careful supervision and specific practice guidelines. The bill also allows licensed dietitians and nutritionists to provide services via telehealth and prohibits individuals from practicing nutrition or using related professional titles without proper licensing. The new licensing requirements are designed to ensure that nutrition professionals have rigorous educational backgrounds, practical training, and demonstrated competence in providing nutrition care across diverse populations and medical conditions. The bill will become operative on January 1, 2026, giving professional boards and licensing offices time to prepare for implementation.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes some changes to the laws about licensed dietitians. The Act also makes a new profession called a licensed nutritionist. The Act says a person may not practice dietetics or nutrition if the person does not have a license, and that a person may not use some titles or ab- breviations if the person does not have a license. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.4). Directs the Health Licensing Office to issue a license to engage in the practice of nutrition to a qualified applicant. Changes the requirements for a license to engage in the practice of dietetics. Defines the “practice of dietetics” and the “practice of nutrition.” Changes the name of the Board of Licensed Dietitians to the Board of Licensed Dietitians and Nutritionists. Allows a licensed dietitian and a licensed nutritionist to provide services via telehealth. Prohibits a person from en- gaging in the practice of dietetics or the practice of nutrition, or from using specified titles and abbreviations, without a license. Makes exceptions to the licensure requirement. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 3 : Deb Patterson (D)*, Daniel Bonham (R), David Gomberg (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Work Session scheduled.
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CA bill #AB586 • Last Action 04/01/2025
Professional fiduciaries.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies regulations surrounding professional fiduciaries by expanding the definition of a professional fiduciary to include professional fiduciary professional corporations. The bill allows licensed professional fiduciaries to organize professional corporations to provide fiduciary services and establishes specific requirements for these corporations, such as mandating that all directors, shareholders, and officers be licensed professional fiduciaries. The legislation requires professional fiduciary corporations to submit detailed reports to the Professional Fiduciaries Bureau upon request, including information about their licensees, cases, and managed assets. The bill also removes previous language prohibiting individuals from holding themselves out as professional fiduciaries without a license and instead specifies that superior courts can only appoint professional fiduciaries who meet certain licensing or corporate requirements. Additionally, the bill requires professional fiduciaries to indicate on each case whether they are serving under a professional fiduciary corporation and expands reporting requirements to include this information. The goal appears to be creating a more comprehensive regulatory framework for professional fiduciary services while maintaining professional standards and protecting client interests.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 6501, 6534, and 6561 of, and to add Article 7 (commencing with Section 6593) to Chapter 6 of Division 3 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 13401 of the Corporations Code, and to amend Sections 60.1 and 2340 of the Probate Code, relating to professional fiduciaries.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Heath Flora (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Business And Professions Hearing (09:30:00 4/1/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1100)
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CO bill #SB063 • Last Action 03/26/2025
Library Resource Decision Standards for Public Schools
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive standards and procedures for library resource management in public schools, focusing on protecting academic freedom and preventing discriminatory book removal practices. It requires local education providers to create written policies by September 1, 2025, for acquiring, retaining, displaying, and using library resources, with specific guidelines for reviewing and potentially removing materials. The bill emphasizes that library resources should provide diverse perspectives and protect against discrimination, particularly regarding protected classes such as race and sexual orientation. Only parents of enrolled students can request a library resource review, and the same resource cannot be reconsidered more than once every two years. The legislation also protects library staff from retaliation by prohibiting termination, demotion, or disciplinary action for making good-faith decisions about library resources that align with the established policies. Importantly, the bill mandates that any potential removal of a library resource must follow a transparent review process that complies with First Amendment principles, ensuring that decisions are not based on censorship but on educational standards. The bill defines library resources broadly, including both print and non-print materials, and aims to preserve intellectual freedom and equal representation in public school libraries.
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Bill Summary: The bill requires the local board of education of a school district (local school board) and the state charter school institute board (institute board) to establish written policies for the acquisition, retention, display, and use of library resources and for the use of a public school library facility. In addition, if any public school reconsiders library resources, the local school board or institute board, as applicable, is required to establish a written policy for the reconsideration of a library resource. A local school board and the institute board are required to comply with specified standards in establishing a policy for the acquisition, retention, display, use, and reconsideration of library resources and for the use of public school library facilities. The bill specifies that a public school library may remove a library resource from its permanent collection only if the library resource has been reviewed in accordance with an established policy for the reconsideration of library resources that complies with the standards established in the bill. If a local school board or the institute board has not established a policy for the reconsideration of library resources or has a policy for the reconsideration of library resources that does not comply with the standards established in the bill, a public school governed by the local school board or an institute charter school, as applicable, may not remove a library resource from its permanent collection. These requirements do not apply to routine collection maintenance and deaccession in accordance with a public school library's established collection maintenance policy. A local school board or the institute board is required to make its process for the reconsideration of library materials available to the public. After reviewing a library resource that is the subject of a request for reconsideration and making a final determination regarding the library resource, the local school board or institute board, as applicable, is required to make the determination available to the public. The bill specifies that a request for reconsideration of a library resource in a public school library is an open record under the "Colorado Open Records Act". The bill specifies that a librarian, media specialist, other employee, contractor, or volunteer (employee) at a public school library is not subject to termination, demotion, discipline, or retaliation for refusing to remove a library resource before it has been reviewed in accordance with the school district's or state charter school institute's policy for the reconsideration of library resources or for making displays, acquisitions, or programming decisions that the employee believes, in good faith, are in accordance with the standards established in the bill.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Lisa Cutter (D)*, Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D)*, Lorena García (D)*, Jenny Willford (D)*, Judith Amabile (D), James Coleman (D), Jessie Danielson (D), Tony Exum (D), Julie Gonzales (D), Nick Hinrichsen (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Cathy Kipp (D), Chris Kolker (D), Janice Marchman (D), Robert Rodriguez (D), Marc Snyder (D), Tom Sullivan (D), Michael Weissman (D), Faith Winter (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: House Education Hearing (00:00:00 3/26/2025 Room 0107)
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CA bill #AB640 • Last Action 03/26/2025
Local educational agencies: governance training.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires local educational agency officials (including members of school district, county board of education, and charter school governing boards) to receive training in K-12 public education governance laws. The training will cover critical areas such as school finance laws (including budget creation and approval) and public school accountability laws related to student learning and achievement. Each official currently serving as of January 1, 2027, must complete the training before January 1, 2028, and thereafter at least once during their tenure. New officials must complete the training within one year of starting their service. The training can be offered by the local educational agency, an association of agencies, or a different entity, and can be conducted in-person, online, or through self-study materials with tests. Local educational agencies must maintain records of training completion for at least five years, and these records will be considered public records. The bill acknowledges that implementing these new training requirements may create additional costs for local agencies, and if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated local program costs, the state will provide reimbursement according to established procedures.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Article 6.5 (commencing with Section 35220) to Chapter 2 of Part 21 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Education Code, relating to local educational agencies.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Al Muratsuchi (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Education Hearing (13:30:00 3/26/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1100)
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RI bill #H5443 • Last Action 03/26/2025
Creates process for individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a voluntary process for individuals to temporarily or indefinitely restrict their own ability to purchase or possess firearms as a suicide prevention measure. The legislation allows individuals who are not already prohibited from owning firearms to request placement on a restricted list for either 180 days (temporary list) or an indefinite period. Individuals can submit their request in person at a local law enforcement agency or through a healthcare provider, and must complete a form acknowledging their voluntary restrictions. For the temporary list, individuals can request removal after 30 days, while those on the indefinite list can request removal after 90 days. If the individual has a concealed carry permit, it will be suspended during their time on the restricted list. All records related to an individual's voluntary restriction will be confidential, and the records must be destroyed upon removal from the list or expiration of the temporary restriction period. The bill aims to provide a proactive tool for individuals experiencing mental health challenges or personal crises to temporarily limit their access to firearms, with a focus on preventing suicide and protecting individual autonomy.
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Bill Summary: This act would create a process for an individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms. The individual may also request removal from the restricted list and all individual records related to the person's inclusion on the list would be destroyed and not subject to the access to public records act. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Jennifer Boylan (D)*, Edith Ajello (D), Jason Knight (D), Carol McEntee (D), Robert Craven (D), Justine Caldwell (D), Matthew Dawson (D), Jose Batista (D), Cherie Cruz (D), Leo Felix (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Hearing (00:00:00 3/26/2025 )
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ME bill #LD102 • Last Action 03/26/2025
An Act to Notify the Public of Juveniles Who Are Wanted Persons
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Maine law to allow criminal justice agencies to publicly disclose specific information about juvenile wanted persons under certain circumstances. The bill permits the release of limited personal details - including name, date of birth, physical description, photograph, location of alleged escape, and details about potential criminal charges - when a juvenile is believed to have escaped custody or has an outstanding arrest warrant for serious crimes. The disclosure is allowed in three specific scenarios: when a juvenile is believed to have escaped from official custody, escaped from arrest or during transport, or when a warrant exists for a serious crime that would be considered murder or a Class A, B, C, or D crime if committed by an adult. Importantly, the bill restricts the shared information to only these specific details and prohibits disclosure of broader juvenile history record information. The public release of information is also permitted if the juvenile has already reached 18 years of age at the time of the alleged escape. The goal of these provisions is to assist in apprehending potentially dangerous juvenile offenders while still maintaining some protections for juvenile records.
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Bill Summary: This bill allows criminal justice agencies to provide to the public certain juvenile history record information for the purpose of apprehending juveniles when either the juvenile has escaped from custody as defined by the Maine Criminal Code or a warrant of arrest has been issued alleging the juvenile has committed a juvenile crime that would constitute murder or a Class A, B, C or D crime if the juvenile were an adult. The bill also allows the juvenile history record information to be shared if the juvenile had attained 18 years of age at the time of the alleged escape.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Lajoie (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/07/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (09:30:00 3/26/2025 State House, Room 436)
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CA bill #AB417 • Last Action 03/26/2025
Local finance: enhanced infrastructure financing districts: community revitalization and investment authorities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions related to enhanced infrastructure financing districts and community revitalization and investment authorities, with the primary goal of streamlining and simplifying their formation and operational processes. Specifically, the bill reduces the percentage of land required to meet certain economic and infrastructure conditions for establishing a community revitalization and investment area from 70% to 60%, and changes the public hearing and notification requirements for these districts. The bill allows for more flexibility in district formation, such as permitting affected taxing entities to join a district after its initial formation and approving plan amendments with a majority vote. It also introduces new requirements for multilingual notices, mandating that public notices be provided in English and any other languages spoken by at least 20% of the local population who are not fluent in English. Additionally, the bill modifies annual reporting requirements, now requiring annual reports to be adopted within seven months of the fiscal year's close instead of by June 30th. The changes aim to make these financing mechanisms more accessible, inclusive, and adaptable to local community needs, particularly in areas seeking economic revitalization and infrastructure improvements.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 53398.52, 53398.66, 53398.68, 62001, and 62004 of, and to add Sections 62004.5 and 62004.6 to, the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Juan Carrillo (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Local Government Hearing (13:30:00 3/26/2025 State Capitol, Room 447)
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CA bill #AB1170 • Last Action 03/25/2025
Maintenance of the codes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill is a comprehensive maintenance and technical update to various sections of California law, covering multiple codes including the Business and Professions Code, Civil Code, Corporations Code, Education Code, Elections Code, Fish and Game Code, Food and Agricultural Code, Government Code, and Health and Safety Code. The bill makes numerous minor technical corrections, updates references, fixes grammatical errors, removes outdated provisions, and makes nonsubstantive changes across different sections of California law. These changes are meant to clarify existing statutes, remove obsolete language, and ensure consistency across different legal provisions. The bill does not introduce major substantive policy changes but rather focuses on maintaining the technical accuracy and coherence of California's legal codes. The amendments range from correcting cross-references and updating terminology to removing outdated sections and ensuring that legal language is precise and up-to-date. The bill is essentially a routine legislative housekeeping measure designed to improve the overall quality and clarity of California's statutory framework.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 205, 208, 1944, 2529.8.1, 4848.1, 4996.22, 5070.1, 5272, 5272.5, 7048, 7363, 8020.5, 17580, 19520, 23399.5, 26051.5, 26152.2, and 26200 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 714.3, 798.56, 835, 1770, 1785.11.11, 1798.130, 1798.140, 1798.185, 1950.6, 1954.09, 2214, 2924f, 3111, 3480, and 5115 of, and to amend the heading of Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 2213) of Title 7 of Part 4 of Division 3 of, the Civil Code, to amend Sections 8, 5510, 7510, and 12460 of the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 8222, 8242, 10864, 17586, 33328.5, 33355, 42238.026, 44260.1, 44320.5, 44395, 45202, 46392, 47604.2, 48306, 51225.7, 51255, 66023.4, 66023.5, 66076.2, 66270.7, 66280.5, 66308, 66749.81, 69996.9, and 76303 of, and to amend and renumber Section 51225.32 of, the Education Code, to amend Sections 2201, 2208, 3019, and 20513 of the Elections Code, to amend Sections 1352, 1352.5, 1672, and 2089.22 of the Fish and Game Code, to amend Sections 12811.2, 12839, 14513, 14611, 56571, 58231.1, and 82001 of the Food and Agricultural Code, to amend Sections 8547.2, 8547.5, 8657, 11126, 12530.5, 14072.6, 14839, 14840, 19829.9852, 19829.9854, 51298, 53398.52, 54239.4, 62506, 62509, 62520, 62551, 62551.1, 62582, 65302, 65585, 65588, 65852.8, 65913.4, 65915, 65915.3, 66314, 66499.41, and 89517.5 of, and to repeal the heading of Title 8.5 of, the Government Code, to amend Sections 1317.2a, 1343.3, 1374.72, 2056, 9077, 18214, 50197.3, 50513, 50515.03, 50710.7, 111926, 114368.8, 114381, 120440, 128454, and 130065.1 of, and to repeal the headings of Divisions 38 and 39 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 10509.9205 of the Insurance Code, to amend Sections 226.8, 2699, and 2699.3 of the Labor Code, to amend Sections 257, 395.1, 502, 502.1, 502.2, 502.4, 504, 505, 510, 513, 520, 552, 555, 557, 987.005, 987.300, and 1690 of the Military and Veterans Code, to amend Sections 236.8, 236.10, 236.11, 803, 888, 1233.12, and 28230 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 2051, 10115.1, and 12140 of the Public Contract Code, to amend Sections 3206, 6217.8, 42281, 42282.1, 42283, 42968.32, 42968.62, 42968.71, 42968.74, 42984.3, 42984.10, 42984.21, 42999, and 48704.1 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code, to amend Sections 17052.1 and 36005 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, to amend Sections 94.4 and 31490 of the Streets and Highways Code, to amend Section 679 of the Unemployment Insurance Code, to amend Sections 9250.14 and 21214.7 of the Vehicle Code, to amend Section 73510 of the Water Code, to amend Sections 361.31, 706.6, 4095, 5404, 5610, 10492.2, 14149.95, and 16501.35 of, to amend and renumber the heading of Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 9320) of Division 8.5 of, and to repeal the heading of Division 26 of, the Welfare and Institutions Code, and to amend Section 1 of Chapter 107 of the Statutes of 2024, relating to maintenance of the codes.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Diane Dixon (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Judiciary Hearing (08:00:00 3/25/2025 State Capitol, Room 437)
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CA bill #AB324 • Last Action 03/25/2025
California Values Act: exception.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the California Values Act to add an additional exception to the existing restrictions on law enforcement agencies' cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Specifically, the bill allows California law enforcement agencies to perform responsibilities within their jurisdiction regarding individuals who are alleged to have committed or have been previously convicted of sex trafficking (specifically violations of Penal Code section 236.1(c)). The California Values Act generally prohibits law enforcement agencies from using resources or personnel for immigration enforcement purposes, such as investigating immigration status, detaining individuals based on immigration status, or transferring individuals to immigration authorities. The new provision creates a targeted exception for cases involving sex trafficking, enabling law enforcement to take actions related to investigating or addressing such offenses without being constrained by the existing immigration enforcement restrictions. This amendment provides law enforcement with more flexibility in handling cases specifically related to sex trafficking while maintaining the broader protections against general immigration enforcement activities established by the original California Values Act.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7284.6 of the Government Code, relating to law enforcement.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kate Sanchez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Public Safety Hearing (08:30:00 3/25/2025 State Capitol, Room 126)
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CA bill #AB1459 • Last Action 03/25/2025
Hazardous waste: underground storage tanks.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several sections of California's Health and Safety Code related to hazardous waste management, focusing on underground storage tanks and waste treatment regulations. The bill introduces several key provisions: it allows generators to accumulate a maximum of 20 kilograms of hazardous waste and consolidate containers holding up to 20 kilograms or 5 gallons into a single consolidation container, requiring a log to be maintained with the container. The bill modifies regulations for laboratory hazardous waste treatment by establishing a priority order for treatment procedures, starting with National Research Council recommendations, then peer-reviewed scientific journal procedures, and finally manufacturer's written procedures if they do not conflict with existing rules. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of underground storage tanks to include tanks holding dielectric fluid for mechanical systems like elevators and cooling systems. The bill also allows notifications and certifications related to hazardous waste to be submitted through a statewide information management system, which modernizes reporting processes. By expanding the scope of certain waste management activities and modifying existing regulations, the bill aims to provide more flexibility for hazardous waste generators while maintaining environmental safety standards.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 25123.3, 25200.3, 25200.3.1, 25201.5, and 25281 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to hazardous materials.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Environmental Safety And Toxic Materials Hearing (13:30:00 3/25/2025 State Capitol, Room 444)
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CA bill #SB320 • Last Action 03/25/2025
Firearms: California Do Not Sell List.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would establish a voluntary California Do Not Sell List that allows California residents to proactively prevent themselves from purchasing firearms by adding their own name to a state registry. Specifically, the Department of Justice would be required to develop a system by January 1, 2027, where individuals can voluntarily submit a form to a local sheriff's office or municipal police department to be added to the list, which would then be reflected in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The process requires verifying the person's identity and includes a mandatory acknowledgment form explaining the implications of voluntarily restricting their firearm purchasing rights. After a minimum waiting period of 14 days, individuals can request removal from the list, which would then be processed within 21 days. The bill ensures the confidentiality of individuals on the list, prohibiting employers or service providers from requiring firearm rights waiver and providing legal recourse for unauthorized disclosure of a person's participation in the registry. The key purpose is to provide a voluntary mechanism for individuals who are concerned about their own ability to responsibly own a firearm to proactively prevent themselves from purchasing weapons.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 30180) to Division 9 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code, relating to firearms.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Monique Limon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Senate Public Safety Hearing (09:30:00 3/25/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2200)
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CA bill #AB421 • Last Action 03/25/2025
Immigration enforcement: prohibitions on access, sharing information, and law enforcement collaboration.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing California law to further restrict law enforcement collaboration with federal immigration authorities, specifically prohibiting California law enforcement agencies from sharing any information about immigration enforcement actions that could occur within one mile of sensitive locations such as childcare facilities, religious institutions, hospitals, and medical offices. Building upon the California Values Act, which already limits law enforcement's involvement in immigration enforcement, this bill adds an additional layer of protection by creating a "safe zone" around critical community spaces to prevent potential disruptions or intimidation of vulnerable populations. The bill maintains existing exceptions that allow law enforcement to share certain criminal history information and participate in joint task forces, but emphasizes preventing immigration enforcement activities near places where people might be particularly at risk or dependent on essential services. If the state determines that implementing these new requirements will create additional costs for local agencies, the bill provides for state reimbursement. The bill is designated as an urgency statute, meaning it will take effect immediately, with the stated purpose of ensuring people can access childcare, healthcare, and religious institutions without fear of immigration enforcement interference.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7284.6 of the Government Code, relating to immigration enforcement, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jose Solache (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Public Safety Hearing (08:30:00 3/25/2025 State Capitol, Room 126)
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CA bill #AB289 • Last Action 03/24/2025
State highway work zone speed safety program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to establish a state highway work zone speed safety program using up to 125 automated speed safety systems on state highway construction or maintenance areas until January 1, 2032. The program aims to improve worker safety by using electronic devices to detect and issue civil penalties for speeding in highway work zones. Vehicles traveling 11-15 miles per hour over the speed limit will initially receive warning notices, and subsequent violations will incur civil penalties ranging from $50 to $500 depending on the speed excess. The bill requires Caltrans to develop comprehensive guidelines in consultation with the California Highway Patrol and stakeholder organizations, ensuring transparency, privacy protection, and fair enforcement. The program mandates clear signage, public information campaigns, and regular system calibration. All revenues generated from citations will be deposited in a new Safe Highway Work Zone Account and used to administer the program. Caltrans must submit annual reports to the Legislature evaluating the program's impact on highway work zone safety, including detailed data on speeding violations, traffic collisions, and enforcement outcomes. The bill also provides provisions for indigent individuals to receive reduced fines and payment plans, emphasizing the goal of improving worker safety without imposing undue financial burden.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 70615 of the Government Code, and to add and repeal Article 5 (commencing with Section 22445) of Chapter 7 of Division 11 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Matt Haney (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Transportation Hearing (14:30:00 3/24/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1100)
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MT bill #HB722 • Last Action 03/24/2025
Provide a retention period for electronic communications after a public employee's employment ends
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a mandatory retention period for electronic communications after a public employee leaves their job, requiring public agencies to preserve all emails from an employee's agency-provided email account for at least one year following the end of their employment. The bill modifies existing Montana state law to create new guidelines for managing electronic records, giving the state records retention and disposition subcommittee and the local government records committee the authority to designate specific retention periods for these communications. Importantly, the new rules do not apply to electronic communications in email accounts assigned to constitutional or public officers, providing an exception for high-level government officials. The bill also creates a new local government records destruction subcommittee responsible for handling records disposal requests and ensures that public agencies cannot delete or dispose of these electronic communications before the designated retention period ends. By implementing these provisions, the bill aims to improve record-keeping practices, enhance transparency, and provide a standardized approach to managing electronic communications across various levels of Montana's government agencies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT REQUIRING A RETENTION PERIOD OF NOT LESS THAN 1 YEAR FROM THE LAST DATE OF EMPLOYMENT AT A PUBLIC AGENCY FOR THE ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS IN AN E-MAIL ACCOUNT OF A PUBLIC EMPLOYEE; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE RECORDS RETENTION AND DISPOSITION SUBCOMMITTEE; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS COMMITTEE AND THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECORDS DESTRUCTION SUBCOMMITTEE; AND AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1012, 2-6- 1109, 2-6-1202, 7-5-2132, 7-5-4124, 20-1-212, 71-3-705, AND 71-3-810, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 12/14/2024
• Added: 02/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brad Barker (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Senate State Administration Hearing (15:00:00 3/24/2025 RM 335)
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IL bill #HB3309 • Last Action 03/21/2025
EDU LABOR RELATIONS-NOTICE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act to require employers to provide a copy of certain employee information to the statewide labor organization affiliated with the exclusive representative, in addition to providing that information to the exclusive representative itself. Specifically, the bill mandates that employers share details such as employee names, job titles, work locations, contact information, and hire dates with both the exclusive representative (typically a union representing a specific bargaining unit) and the broader state-level labor organization. The bill builds upon existing provisions that already require employers to provide detailed employee information to exclusive representatives at the start of each school term and within 10 days of new employee hires. The change aims to enhance communication and transparency between educational employers, employee representatives, and their affiliated state labor organizations, while maintaining existing protections around sensitive personal information. The bill takes effect immediately, signaling its urgency and importance to educational labor relations in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act. Provides that employers shall provide the State labor organization with a copy of the information provided to the exclusive representative. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Marcus Evans (D)*, Michael Crawford (D), Dan Didech (D), Hoan Huynh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Labor & Commerce Committee Hearing (08:00:00 3/21/2025 Room 114)
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IL bill #HB3483 • Last Action 03/21/2025
FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE PROGRAM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act, establishing a comprehensive paid leave system for workers in Illinois. Beginning January 1, 2028, employees will be eligible for up to 18 weeks of paid leave for various reasons, including caring for a family member with a serious health condition, bonding with a new child, addressing personal medical needs, reproductive health care, and dealing with domestic or sexual violence. The program will be funded through a combined premium contribution of 1.12% of wages, with employees paying 40% and employers with 25 or more employees paying 60% of the contribution. Employees will receive 90% of their average weekly wage, up to a maximum of $1,200 per week, which will be adjusted annually. The bill creates a Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave within the Department of Labor to administer the program, establishes a Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund, and provides job protection for employees who take leave. Self-employed individuals may also opt into the program. The legislation aims to support working families by providing financial support during significant life events, addressing the lack of mandatory paid leave in the United States, and helping workers balance work and family responsibilities.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act. Creates the Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave within the Department of Labor. Requires the Division to establish and administer a paid family and medical leave insurance program that provides benefits to employees. Provides that the program shall be administered by the Deputy Director of the Division. Sets forth eligibility requirements for benefits under the Act. Provides that a self-employed individual may elect to be covered under the Act. Contains provisions concerning disqualification from benefits; compensation for leave; the amount and duration of benefits; payments for benefits under the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund; employer equivalent plans; annual reports by the Department; hearings; penalties; notice; the coordination of leave provided under the Act with leave allowed under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, a collective bargaining agreement, or any local county or municipal ordinance; rulemaking; and other matters. Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund. Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts certain documents collected by the Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave from the Act's disclosure requirements. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Anna Moeller (D)*, Harry Benton (D), Kevin Olickal (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Labor & Commerce Committee Hearing (08:00:00 3/21/2025 Room 114)
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WA bill #HB1418 • Last Action 03/20/2025
Adding two voting members that are transit users to the governing body of public transportation benefit areas.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the governing structure of public transportation benefit areas (PTBAs) by adding two new voting members who are transit users to the governing body. Specifically, the bill allows for two additional voting members to be appointed by the elected official members of the governing body: one member who primarily relies on public transportation for transportation, and another member who represents a community-based organization and at least occasionally uses public transit. If no community organization representative is available, a second transit-dependent member can be appointed. The bill ensures these new members' participation by requiring meetings to be held at times and locations accessible by transit and mandating comprehensive training on open meetings, public records, and ethics. The total number of voting members is increased to 11 for a single-county PTBA and 17 for a multicounty area. These transit-using members will have full voting rights and are intended to bring the perspective of transit users directly into the decision-making process of transportation authorities. The bill also includes provisions for adjusting compensation thresholds for board members based on inflation and takes effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to adding two voting members that are transit 2 users to the governing body of public transportation benefit areas; 3 amending RCW 36.57A.050; and providing an effective date. 4
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Joe Timmons (D)*, Alex Ramel (D), Davina Duerr (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Julia Reed (D), Beth Doglio (D), Gerry Pollet (D), Natasha Hill (D), Brandy Donaghy (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Transportation at 4:00 PM
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WA bill #HB1718 • Last Action 03/20/2025
Concerning well-being programs for certain health care professionals.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a detailed framework for physician well-being programs designed to support healthcare professionals' mental health and career fatigue. The bill defines a "physician well-being program" as a formal initiative for physicians, osteopathic physicians, and physician assistants that provides limited, confidential peer-to-peer support. These programs are restricted to a maximum of three sessions per participant every 12 months and can discuss general career fatigue without evaluating specific patient care or investigating potential misconduct. The programs must be established in writing by an employer, professional medical organization, or statewide physician representative body, and cannot include anyone financially connected to the program. The bill also creates confidentiality protections for program records, making them exempt from public disclosure and subpoena, with specific exceptions for cases involving patient harm or a physician's inability to practice safely. Additionally, the bill modifies existing reporting requirements for healthcare professionals, allowing these well-being programs to operate without mandatory reporting unless a significant patient safety concern emerges. The goal is to provide a supportive, non-punitive environment for healthcare professionals to address burnout and mental health challenges while maintaining patient safety standards.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to well-being programs for certain health care 2 professionals; amending RCW 18.130.020 and 18.130.070; and adding a 3 new section to chapter 18.130 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 03/09/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : My-Linh Thai (D)*, Clyde Shavers (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Janice Zahn (D), Shaun Scott (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/09/2025
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Health & Long-Term Care at 8:00 AM
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WA bill #HB1296 • Last Action 03/20/2025
Promoting a safe and supportive public education system.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive protections and rights for students, parents, and school employees in Washington's public education system. It creates a new statement of student rights that outlines constitutional, federal, and state-level protections for students, including rights to free speech, due process, non-discrimination, and access to education. The bill requires school districts to develop educational materials explaining these rights and incorporate them into civics curricula. It expands parental rights by mandating immediate notification about serious school incidents, providing broader access to student records, and ensuring parents can opt out of certain surveys and educational content. The legislation also provides strong protections for school employees, prohibiting adverse employment actions against staff who support student rights, teach according to state standards, or use culturally representative instructional materials. Additionally, the bill requires the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction to develop guidelines for eliminating discrimination, protecting student privacy, and ensuring compliance with new educational standards. The bill applies to traditional public schools, charter schools, and state-tribal education compact schools, and takes effect immediately due to its importance for public education and safety.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to promoting a safe and supportive public 2 education system through student rights, parental and guardian 3 rights, employee protections, and requirements for state and local 4 education entities; amending RCW 28A.642.080, 28A.642.020, 5 28A.320.160, 28A.400.317, 28A.605.005, and 28A.320.160; adding new 6 sections to chapter 28A.230 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 7 28A.400 RCW; creating new sections; and declaring an emergency. 8
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 24 : Monica Stonier (D)*, Nicole Macri (D), Debra Lekanoff (D), Beth Doglio (D), Liz Berry (D), Osman Salahuddin (D), Lauren Davis (D), Alex Ramel (D), Edwin Obras (D), Julia Reed (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Shaun Scott (D), Greg Nance (D), Steve Bergquist (D), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Emily Alvarado (D), Shelley Kloba (D), Gerry Pollet (D), Strom Peterson (D), Jake Fey (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Natasha Hill (D), Mary Fosse (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 145
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Early Learning & K-12 Education at 10:30 AM
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OR bill #HB2960 • Last Action 03/20/2025
Relating to certain facilities that convert plastic waste; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits the establishment and operation of plastic conversion or depolymerization facilities in Oregon, which are structures or technologies that change the molecular structure of plastic waste through various processes like gasification, pyrolysis, combustion, or conversion into fuels and chemicals. The bill defines "plastic" and "plastic waste" broadly, covering discarded plastics from both industrial and consumer sources, and specifically bars state agencies and local governments from providing any financial incentives or support for such facilities. Additionally, the bill amends existing Oregon Revised Statutes to ensure that producer responsibility organizations are not required to pay contamination management or processor commodity risk fees to these plastic conversion facilities. The bill's definitions include an extensive list of technological processes that would be considered plastic conversion, ranging from enzymatic breakdown to plasma arc technologies. The legislation will take effect 91 days after the adjournment of the 2025 regular legislative session, effectively creating a comprehensive ban on plastic conversion and depolymerization technologies within the state of Oregon.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act forbids facilities that change the structure of waste plastic. (Flesch Readability Score: 64.9). Prohibits the establishment or operation of a plastic conversion or depolymerization facility in this state. Prohibits state agencies and local governments from providing incentives to any plastic con- version or depolymerization facility. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 2 : Mark Gamba (D)*, Katherine Pham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing scheduled.
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IL bill #HB0047 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TAX-SR FREEZE-MEDICARE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption by introducing a new provision that, beginning in taxable year 2026, allows senior citizens to reduce their household income calculation by the amount of Medicare premiums they have paid during the calendar year. This means that when determining eligibility for the property tax exemption, seniors can subtract their Medicare premium expenses from their total household income, potentially making it easier for them to qualify for the exemption. The bill aims to provide additional financial relief for low-income senior homeowners by effectively lowering their reported income through the deduction of Medicare expenses. The exemption is designed to help seniors 65 years and older who meet certain income limitations maintain their homestead property tax assessment at a frozen level, and this amendment provides an additional method to potentially qualify for or maximize the exemption by accounting for healthcare-related expenses.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In a provision concerning the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, provides that, beginning in taxable year 2026, the taxpayer's annual household income for purposes of determining eligibility for the exemption shall be reduced by any amounts paid by the taxpayer as Medicare premiums during the calendar year. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Kevin Schmidt (R)*, Tony McCombie (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB0069 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $75,000 for all qualified property, starting in taxable year 2025. The exemption is designed to help seniors aged 65 and older who meet certain income requirements by freezing the assessed value of their home for property tax purposes. Specifically, the bill modifies an existing program that provides property tax relief to low-income seniors by raising the income threshold, which means more seniors may be eligible for the exemption. The exemption applies to a senior's primary residence and is intended to help older homeowners on fixed incomes manage their property tax burden by preventing increases in the assessed value of their home for tax calculation purposes. This change will allow seniors with household incomes up to $75,000 to qualify for the tax assessment freeze, potentially providing financial relief to a broader group of senior homeowners.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2025 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption is $75,000 for all qualified property. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 20 : Diane Blair-Sherlock (D)*, Jaime Andrade (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Dee Avelar (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Katie Stuart (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Joyce Mason (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Lisa Davis (D), Amy Briel (D), Anna Moeller (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Harry Benton (D), Michael Crawford (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Larry Walsh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB0021 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA/LOCAL RECORDS-JUNK MAIL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Local Records Act to define and exclude "junk mail" from public records. Specifically, the bill defines "junk mail" as any unsolicited commercial mail or electronic communication sent to a public body that is not responded to by an official, employee, or agent of that public body. Under the new provisions, such unsolicited commercial communications would no longer be considered public records, which means they would not be subject to public records requests or preservation requirements. The bill aims to reduce administrative burden by preventing public bodies from having to maintain or respond to irrelevant commercial communications. By explicitly defining and excluding junk mail from the definition of public records, the legislation provides clarity for government agencies about what types of incoming communications they are legally required to retain and potentially disclose under public records laws.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Local Records Act. In the definition provisions of those Acts, defines the term "junk mail" and specifies that the term "public record" does not include junk mail.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3713 • Last Action 03/20/2025
CD CORR-COMMITTED PERSON MAIL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections to enhance mail and communication rights for incarcerated individuals. It requires all Department of Corrections institutions to permit committed persons to receive the original, physical copy of mail addressed to them, with specific exceptions only allowed if there is clear evidence of a genuine safety threat. To justify limiting mail, facilities must provide detailed documentation about contraband, including data on mail containing contraband, drug test results, and specific information about how and where contraband enters the facility. The bill also mandates that such evidence must be publicly available upon request. Additionally, the legislation prohibits limiting an incarcerated person's communication with outside support persons as a disciplinary action and ensures that committed persons can contact outside supports via phone, mail, or electronic message at no charge. The bill defines "original, physical copy" as a letter, card, or document delivered by postal or delivery services, excluding scanned or photocopied documents. By providing these provisions, the bill aims to protect incarcerated individuals' communication rights while maintaining institutional safety.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that all institutions and facilities of the Department of Corrections shall permit every committed person to receive the original, physical copy of any mail addressed to the committed person that the committed person is entitled and allowed to receive. Provides that any exceptions to the requirements of this provision must be based on evidence that complying with the requirements of this provision present a clear and present danger to the health and safety of the correctional employees or committed persons in the correctional institution or facility. Provides that the evidence must include evidence of contraband being sent through the mail, data on the number of mail items containing contraband, test results of mail tested due to suspicion of mail containing drugs, data on where inside a correctional institution or facility contraband has been found, and the method of entry of contraband into the correctional institution or facility. Provides that the evidence must be made available to the public upon request. Provides that no committed person shall be denied, or have communications limited, with an outside support person, whether by phone, mail, video, or in person visitation, as a result of a disciplinary sanction or grade level of the infraction. Provides that committed persons may contact outside supports via phone, mail, or electronic message free of charge. Defines "original, physical copy".
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Faver Dias (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2518 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-CONSUMER FRAUD EXEMPTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to provide additional protections for investigative materials gathered by the Attorney General or State's Attorneys during consumer fraud investigations. Specifically, the bill creates a new exemption that prevents information and documentary materials obtained during these investigations from being disclosed under FOIA, except to authorized law enforcement personnel. The bill expands the Attorney General's investigative powers by allowing them to require written answers under oath to interrogatories and grants the Attorney General discretion to use investigation materials for various law enforcement purposes, such as interviewing potential witnesses, including the information in legal complaints, and presenting it in court proceedings. The new provisions aim to protect the confidentiality of investigative materials and provide more flexibility for consumer protection investigations, ensuring that sensitive information collected during these inquiries cannot be easily accessed by the public without consent from the individuals who originally produced the documents.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Exempts from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act information and documentary materials obtained by the Office of the Attorney General or a State's Attorney under certain provisions of the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Adds a power of the Attorney General with respect to the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to require written answers under oath to written interrogatories. Provides that certain materials are not available for examination, except by authorized employees of the Attorney General and authorized law enforcement, without the consent of the persons who produced the materials. Provides that the Attorney General may, in the Attorney General's discretion, use information and documentary materials obtained in the course of an investigation under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act for law enforcement purposes, including, but not limited to, interviewing or questioning potential witnesses and consultants, in a complaint or other pleading, and in court proceedings.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tracy Katz Muhl (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB1092 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $85,000 for taxable years 2026 and thereafter. The exemption is designed to help senior citizens (aged 65 and older) with lower incomes by freezing the assessed value of their home for property tax purposes. Specifically, the bill raises the income threshold that determines eligibility for the exemption, which means more senior homeowners will potentially qualify for this tax relief. The exemption applies to a senior's primary residence and helps protect them from increasing property assessments that could lead to higher property taxes. The change aims to provide additional financial support to senior homeowners by making the income limit more generous, potentially helping seniors on fixed incomes to better manage their property tax burden. The bill takes effect immediately and will impact property tax assessments starting in the 2026 tax year.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption is $85,000 for all qualified property. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Jed Davis (R)*, Regan Deering (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1099 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TAX-HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption by clarifying definitions related to household and household income. Specifically, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the bill defines an "exempt family member" as the applicant's son, daughter, stepson, or stepdaughter and their respective spouses. The bill stipulates that if an exempt family member uses the residence as their principal place of residence for less than 12 months during the taxable year, they will not be considered part of the household. Similarly, the income of an exempt family member who resided in the property for less than 12 months in the preceding calendar year will not be included in the calculation of household income. This change allows senior citizens who may have adult children temporarily living with them to potentially qualify for the property tax exemption without being penalized by the additional household income or occupancy requirements. The bill is effective immediately, providing flexibility for senior homeowners in managing their household composition while maintaining eligibility for the tax exemption.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, provides that the term "household" does not include an exempt family member who uses the residence as his or her principal place of residence for less than 12 months during the taxable year and that the term "household income" does not include the income of an exempt family member if the exempt family member used the residence as his or her principal place of residence for less than 12 months during the calendar year preceding the taxable year. Provides that the term "exempt family member" means the applicant's son, daughter, stepson, or stepdaughter and the spouse of the applicant's son, daughter, stepson, or stepdaughter. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Jed Davis (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1078 • Last Action 03/20/2025
LIQUOR-DIRECT SHIPPING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Uniform Alcohol Direct-Shipping Compliance Act, introduces comprehensive regulations for shipping wine directly to consumers in Illinois, with a particular focus on third-party providers. The bill establishes a registration system for third-party providers that ship wine, requiring them to register with the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, pay a $50 fee, and provide detailed information about their business operations. Registered third-party providers must maintain accurate records, submit monthly reports detailing wine shipments, and consent to state commission inspections and jurisdiction. Carriers are prohibited from delivering wine packages unless the shipper is a licensed winery or registered third-party provider. The bill also empowers the state commission to suspend or revoke licenses of businesses that ship alcohol illegally into other states and mandates that winery shippers and third-party providers file monthly reports with specific shipment details. Additionally, the bill adds provisions to the Freedom of Information Act to protect the confidentiality of these reports while allowing limited disclosure for enforcement purposes. The legislation aims to maintain control over alcohol distribution, prevent youth access to alcohol, and ensure compliance with interstate shipping regulations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Liquor Control Act of 1934. Provides that the amendatory Act may be referred to as the Uniform Alcohol Direct-Shipping Compliance Act. Provides for the registration of third-party providers that ship wine to residents of this State on behalf of winery shippers. With regard to third-party providers, sets forth provisions concerning registration applications; recordkeeping; reporting; and suspending, revoking, or refusing to issue or renew a registration. Provides that a carrier may not deliver to a consumer a package known by the carrier to contain wine unless the consignor is a licensed winery shipper or registered third-party provider and the carrier has verified that license or registration for the current license period. Requires winery shippers, third-party providers, and carriers to file with the Illinois Liquor Control Commission a monthly report containing specified information concerning wine shipments. Provides that the State Commission may suspend, revoke, or refuse to issue or renew a license to manufacture, distribute, or sell alcoholic liquor issued by the State Commission if the State Commission finds, after notice and an opportunity for an evidentiary hearing, that the person holding the license has shipped alcoholic liquor into another state in violation of that state's law. Makes other changes. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to make a conforming change. Effective January 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3711 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive reporting requirements for professional misconduct across various healthcare professions in Illinois. It defines "reportable misconduct" as a broad range of inappropriate behaviors by health professionals, including sexual misconduct, physical abuse, and other serious ethical violations. The bill requires health professionals and health institutions to report such misconduct to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation within 24 hours of becoming aware of it. Reporting is mandatory for witnessing misconduct, receiving direct reports of misconduct, or learning about investigations related to potential misconduct. The reports must include detailed information about the incident, the individuals involved, and any relevant context. Law enforcement agencies and state's attorneys are also required to report criminal investigations and convictions involving licensed professionals. The bill adds failure to report misconduct as a grounds for disciplinary action across multiple professional licensing acts, with potential consequences including fines up to $10,000, license suspension, or revocation. Additionally, the bill creates confidentiality protections for these reports, ensuring they can only be used for professional regulation purposes. The legislation aims to enhance patient safety by creating a more comprehensive and prompt reporting system for serious professional misconduct in healthcare settings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Department of Professional Regulation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Defines "reportable misconduct" as specified sexual and violent misconduct. Requires health professionals and health institutions to report reportable misconduct to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Sets forth provisions concerning time lines for reporting, contents of the report, and confidentiality. Permits the Department to adopt rules to implement, administer, and enforce the reporting requirements, including, but not limited to, rules that define terms and are necessary and appropriate to interpret and implement provisions concerning health professionals and health institutions. Provides that a law enforcement agency shall make a report to the Department within 30 days after opening an investigation into, making an arrest of, or bringing charges of a felony or Class A misdemeanor violation against a person who is licensed or registered by the Department. Provides that the State's Attorney shall report to the Department within 5 days after the conviction for a felony or Class A misdemeanor of a person who is licensed or registered by the Department. Amends the Hospital Licensing Act. Adds reporting requirements for specified serious incidents or events. Creates the Sexual Assault Survivors Fund. Makes changes in provisions concerning the posting of information; reports to the Department; penalties for failure to comply with the Act; and patient protection from abuse. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Illinois Adverse Health Care Events Reporting Law of 2005. Makes changes in provisions concerning the establishment of a reporting system. Amends various Acts pertaining to health professionals and health institutions. Adds the failure to report reportable misconduct to the causes that allow the Department to take disciplinary or non-disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by the Department with regard to a license. Makes conforming and other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 27 : Kelly Cassidy (D)*, Theresa Mah (D), Curtis Tarver (D), Kam Buckner (D), Marcus Evans (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Dee Avelar (D), Sharon Chung (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Joyce Mason (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Katie Stuart (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Harry Benton (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Maurice West (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Laura Faver Dias (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Health Care Licenses Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 118)
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IL bill #HB2530 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption by allowing seniors to deduct unreimbursed medical and dental expenses from their household income when determining eligibility for the property tax exemption, starting in taxable year 2026. The exemption is designed to help low-income seniors aged 65 and older who own or have a legal interest in a residential property by freezing their property's assessed value for tax purposes. Currently, the maximum income limitation for qualifying is $65,000, and the exemption reduces the property's taxable assessed value based on a base year value. The bill specifically adds a provision that allows seniors to subtract medical and dental expenses from their income calculation, potentially helping more seniors qualify for the tax relief by effectively lowering their reported household income. This change aims to provide additional financial assistance to seniors by acknowledging the potentially significant healthcare expenses they may incur.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that the amount of unreimbursed medical and dental expenses incurred by members of the applicant's household during the taxable year may be deducted from the applicant's income for the purpose of determining eligibility for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee Hearing (14:08:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB3611 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-NUCLEAR SECURITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to add a new exemption for certain nuclear security-related documents. Specifically, the bill creates an exemption for documents that have been determined to be security sensitive under a 1987 Agreement between the State of Illinois and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and in accordance with the National Materials Program. These exempt documents include information classified as safeguards, safeguards-modified, and sensitive unclassified nonsafeguards information, as identified in NRC regulatory information summaries, security advisories, and other related communications or regulations. By adding this exemption, the bill prevents these potentially sensitive nuclear-related documents from being subject to public inspection and copying under the Freedom of Information Act, with the goal of protecting critical nuclear security information from potential disclosure that could compromise safety or security.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that documents that have been determined to be security sensitive under certain requirements related to the U.S. Nuclear Regulation Commission and National Materials Program are exempt from inspection and copying under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Will Davis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3702 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PRISONER REVIEW BOARD-DUTIES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to the Illinois criminal justice system, with a particular focus on enhancing victims' rights and reforming the Prisoner Review Board. The bill establishes a new Director of Victim and Witness Services position under the Prisoner Review Board, creates the Survivor Safety and Support Fund to assist victims, and mandates comprehensive training for Prisoner Review Board members. The bill expands victims' rights by requiring the Prisoner Review Board to publish information about how to submit victim impact statements and to consider statements from registered victims, including those with protective orders. Board members must now complete extensive training on topics such as domestic violence, rehabilitative corrections, and trauma, with a focus on understanding systemic biases and the impacts of gender-based violence. The bill also introduces new guidelines for parole and medical release hearings, requiring more transparent decision-making processes and comprehensive consideration of an individual's rehabilitation potential, background, and personal circumstances. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Corrections to run LEADS reports when releasing individuals and to notify them of any existing protective orders, and mandates the creation of a more detailed annual report on medical release and parole review processes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act. Provides that the Prisoner Review Board shall publish on its official public website and provide to registered victims information regarding how to submit a victim impact statement. Provides that the Prisoner Review Board shall consider victim impact statements from any registered victims. Provides that any registered victim, including a person who has had a final, plenary, non-emergency, or emergency order of protection granted under the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 or under the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986, may present victim statements that the Prisoner Review Board shall consider in its deliberations. Provides that all victim statements shall be redacted from any transcripts or recordings of hearings that are provided to anyone other than Board members and the petitioner or parole candidate. Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that each member and commissioner of the Prisoner Review Board shall be required to complete a training course developed and administered in consultation with the Department of Corrections. Provides that the training shall be provided to new members and commissioners of the Prisoner Review Board within 30 days of the start of their service and before they take part in any hearings. Establishes the requirements of that training. Establishes a Director of Victim and Witness Services under the jurisdiction of the Prisoner Review Board. Creates the Survivor Safety and Support Fund as a special fund in the State treasury. Provides that the Fund shall be used to support survivors who have been found to be a party of an ongoing criminal or civil case against a petitioner or parole candidate or are registered victims through the Prisoner Review Board or Department of Corrections. Provides that before the Board makes a decision on whether to revoke an offender's parole or mandatory supervised release, the Prisoner Review Board must run a LEADS report. Amends the State Finance Act and the Illinois Pension Code to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kelly Cassidy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1330 • Last Action 03/20/2025
AGING-CCP-DIRECT SRVCE WORKER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Act on the Aging to improve compensation and working conditions for direct service workers in the Community Care Program. Starting January 1, 2026, the bill mandates that rates for in-home services will increase to $32.75 to support a minimum wage of $20 per hour for direct service workers. To receive this rate, providers must certify compliance with the wage increase and submit cost reports. The bill introduces a requirement that beginning January 1, 2028, each in-home service provider must spend at least 80% of their total payments for homecare aide services on total compensation for direct service workers. This includes wages, benefits, and employer payroll taxes. Providers will be required to submit annual cost reports documenting their spending, and the Department of Aging can sanction providers who fail to meet these requirements. The bill explicitly states that fringe benefits cannot be reduced in relation to these rate increases, and it defines various excluded costs such as training expenses, travel costs, and personal protective equipment. The overall goal is to sustain and improve the direct care workforce by ensuring fair compensation and transparency in service provider spending.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging. In provisions concerning the Community Care Program, provides that, subject to federal approval, on and after January 1, 2026, rates for in-home services shall be increased to $32.75 to sustain a minimum wage of $20 per hour for direct service workers. As a condition of their eligibility for the $32.75 in-home services rate, requires in-home services providers to (i) certify to the Department on Aging that they remain in compliance with the mandated wage increase for direct service workers and (ii) submit cost reports. Provides that fringe benefits shall not be reduced in relation to the rate increases. Provides that beginning January 1, 2028, the Department shall ensure that each in-home service provider spends a minimum of 80% of total payments the provider receives for homecare aide services it furnishes under the Community Care Program on total compensation for direct service workers who furnish those services. Requires the Department to adopt rules on financial reporting and minimum direct service worker costs. Authorizes the Department to sanction a provider that fails to meet the requirements of the amendatory Act. Defines terms.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 26 : Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Katie Stuart (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Maurice West (D), Anna Moeller (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Ann Williams (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Michael Crawford (D), Marcus Evans (D), Sue Scherer (D), Joyce Mason (D), Jehan Gordon-Booth (D), La Shawn Ford (D), Sonya Harper (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Aarón Ortíz (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Norma Hernandez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Appropriations-Health and Human Services Committee Hearing (08:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 413 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1295 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PFAS-PRODUCT BAN
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the PFAS Reduction Act to establish comprehensive regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of fluorinated chemicals known for their persistent environmental and potential health risks. The bill requires manufacturers to submit detailed information about products containing intentionally added PFAS by January 1, 2027, including product descriptions, PFAS purpose, quantity, and manufacturer contact details. Starting January 1, 2026, the bill prohibits the sale of numerous product categories containing intentionally added PFAS, such as carpets, cookware, cosmetics, juvenile products, and food packaging. The Environmental Protection Agency is authorized to waive or extend information submission requirements, coordinate enforcement with other state agencies, and establish fees for implementing these regulations. By January 1, 2033, the bill aims to broadly prohibit PFAS in products unless the Pollution Control Board determines the use is currently unavoidable, with exceptions for certain products like used items and those already governed by federal regulations. The legislation represents a significant effort to reduce PFAS exposure by requiring transparency from manufacturers and progressively eliminating PFAS from consumer products.
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Bill Summary: Amends the PFAS Reduction Act. Requires, on or before January 1, 2027, a manufacturer of a product sold, offered for sale, or distributed in the State that contains intentionally added PFAS to submit to the Environmental Protection Agency specified information. Allows the Agency to waive the submission of information required by a manufacturer or extend the amount of time a manufacturer has to submit the required information. Provides that, if the Pollution Control Board has reason to believe that a product contains intentionally added PFAS and the product is being offered for sale in the State, the Board may direct the manufacturer of the product to provide the Board with testing results that demonstrate the amount of each of the PFAS in the product. Provides that, if testing demonstrates that the product does not contain intentionally added PFAS, the manufacturer must provide the Board with a certificate attesting that the product does not contain intentionally added PFAS. Restricts the sale of specified products beginning January 1, 2026 if the product contains intentionally added PFAS. Allows the Agency to establish a fee payable by a manufacturer to the Agency upon submission of the required information to cover the Agency's reasonable costs to implement the provisions. Allows the Agency to coordinate with the Board, the Department of Agriculture, and the Department of Public Health to enforce the provisions. Sets forth products that are exempt from the provisions.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Kelly (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Energy & Environment Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 114)
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IL bill #HB2568 • Last Action 03/20/2025
TRUST CODE-UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Trust Code and Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to introduce several key changes. For trustees, the bill now requires maintaining a copy of the governing trust instrument for at least 7 years after the trust's termination. In the realm of unclaimed property, the bill reduces the period after which certain tax-deferred accounts (like health savings accounts) are presumed abandoned from 30 to 20 years. The bill introduces new requirements for state agencies to report final compensation of deceased state employees to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property. It establishes that property presumed abandoned must be held in trust by the holder for the State Treasurer's benefit and creates a new licensing process for "finders" who help locate unclaimed property. The bill also grants the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation additional authority to order regulated persons to report and remit unclaimed property if necessary to protect owners' interests. Furthermore, it sets limits on fees that finders can charge (no more than 10% of the amount collected) and establishes detailed qualifications and regulations for obtaining a finder's license. The bill aims to improve transparency, protect property owners' interests, and streamline the process of managing unclaimed property in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Trust Code. Requires a trustee to maintain, for a minimum of 7 years after the termination of the trust, a copy of the governing trust instrument under which the trustee was authorized to act at the time the trust terminated. Amends the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act. Provides that property held in an account or plan, including a health savings account, that qualifies for tax deferral under the United States income tax law, is presumed abandoned 20 years after the account was opened. Requires State agencies to report final compensation due a State employee to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property if the employee dies while employed. Requires a holder who holds property presumed abandoned to hold the property in trust for the benefit of the State Treasurer on behalf of the owner from and after the date the property is presumed abandoned. Requires that the State Treasurer provide written notice to a State agency and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget of property presumed to be abandoned and allegedly owned by the State agency before it can be escheated to the State's General Revenue Fund if the property remains unclaimed after one year. Creates authority for the Secretary of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to order a regulated person under the Act to immediately report and remit property subject to the Act if the Secretary determines that the action is necessary to protect the interest of an owner. Establishes a procedure regulating agreements between an owner or apparent owner and a finder to locate or recover property held by the State Treasurer. Requires a finder to be licensed by the State Treasurer and creates qualifications to be so licensed. Makes definitions. Makes other changes. The Treasurer is authorized to adopt rules as necessary to implement the Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Diane Blair-Sherlock (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 114 and Virtual Room 1)
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IL bill #HB2536 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, primarily focusing on counties with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants. The bill allows the Chief County Assessment Officer to request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all household members applying for the exemption. Additionally, the bill permits the Chief County Assessment Officer to renew the exemption without requiring a new application each year, provided they can confirm that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and that the household income continues to qualify. If the exemption is renewed without a new application, the Chief County Assessment Officer must notify the applicant of the renewal and remind them of their ongoing duty to report any changes that might affect their eligibility. The bill aims to simplify the renewal process for senior citizens receiving this property tax exemption while maintaining appropriate verification mechanisms to ensure only eligible homeowners receive the benefit.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption, provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer in a county with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants may request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all members of the applicant's household. Provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer may renew the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without a new application if the Chief County Assessment Officer is able to confirm both that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and that applicant's household income qualifies for the exemption. Provides that a Chief County Assessment Officer who renews a low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without an annual application shall notify the applicant of both the decision to renew the exemption and the applicant's ongoing duty to report changes in the eligibility of the property to receive the exemption.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 14 : Fred Crespo (D)*, Anna Moeller (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Omar Williams (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Rick Ryan (D), Ann Williams (D), Harry Benton (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Michael Crawford (D), Dee Avelar (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee Hearing (14:08:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2888 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-FEES AND COSTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by modifying the provisions related to fees for public records requests. Specifically, the bill removes the requirement for public bodies to provide an accounting of personnel hours when charging fees for voluminous electronic record requests. Under the current law, when a public body imposes fees for large electronic record requests (based on data size and format), they must provide a detailed breakdown of fees, costs, and personnel hours. The new version eliminates the mandate to report personnel hours, while still requiring an accounting of fees and costs. The bill maintains existing provisions that allow public bodies to charge for the actual cost of purchasing recording media, with some protections for requesters such as no charge for the first 50 pages of black and white copies and no fees for the first 8 hours of personnel search time. The changes aim to simplify the fee accounting process for public bodies when responding to large electronic record requests, particularly those with a commercial purpose.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. In provisions regarding the authority to charge fees and the imposition of a fee for a voluminous request, removes requirements for an accounting of all personnel hours in connection with the request for public records.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3580 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $75,000 for all qualified property in taxable years 2026 and thereafter. The exemption is designed to help senior citizens aged 65 and older who have limited household income by providing a property tax assessment freeze. Specifically, the bill modifies the existing law to extend the income threshold, allowing more senior homeowners to qualify for property tax relief. The exemption applies to a senior's primary residence and is calculated by subtracting the base year's assessed value from the current year's assessed value, effectively preventing the property's assessed value from increasing for tax purposes. Seniors who meet the age, income, and property ownership requirements can apply for this exemption through their county's assessment office, which helps protect seniors on fixed incomes from escalating property taxes by maintaining their base property assessment value.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption is $75,000 for all qualified property. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Jennifer Sanalitro (R)*, Brad Halbrook (R), Mike Coffey (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Income Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:02:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1563 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE-CPI
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Senior Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $75,000 for taxable year 2026. Starting in taxable year 2027, the bill introduces an annual adjustment mechanism where the maximum income limitation will be increased each year based on the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which is a measure of the average change in prices of goods and services purchased by urban consumers. The CPI adjustment will be calculated by multiplying the previous year's limitation by the percentage increase in the CPI during the 12-month period ending in September of the preceding year, with the result rounded to the nearest $100. This exemption is designed to help low-income senior citizens (aged 65 and older) by freezing the assessed value of their homes for property tax purposes, which can help prevent property taxes from increasing as home values rise. The bill aims to provide continued financial relief for senior homeowners by updating the income threshold and creating a mechanism for future adjustments that keep pace with inflation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable year 2026, the maximum income limitation for the senior freeze shall be $75,000 for all qualified property (currently, $65,000). Provides that the maximum income limitation shall be adjusted each year according to the change in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Charlie Meier (R)*, Tony McCombie (R), Regan Deering (R), Kevin Schmidt (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2576 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-TRAFFIC CRASH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to create a specific provision for attorneys seeking unredacted traffic crash reports. Under the proposed change, when an attorney provides a written request and an affidavit confirming they are representing an individual involved in a traffic crash, the public body (such as a local government agency) must disclose the full, unredacted traffic crash report. Currently, FOIA allows public bodies to redact certain information from records, particularly those related to law enforcement, to protect personal privacy or ongoing investigations. This bill specifically carves out an exception for attorneys, ensuring they can access complete traffic crash reports for their legal representation purposes. The bill aims to facilitate legal processes by providing attorneys with comprehensive information about traffic incidents while maintaining the existing FOIA framework that protects sensitive information in other contexts.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, upon written request for a traffic crash report by an attorney who provides an affidavit confirming representation of an individual in the traffic crash, the public body from whom the traffic crash report is requested shall disclose an unredacted copy of the traffic crash report to the requesting attorney.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Hoffman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2792 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-USER VERIFICATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes an amendment to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) that requires public bodies using electronic systems for submitting FOIA requests to implement user verification measures, specifically a CAPTCHA test or similar technology. A CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart) is a challenge-response test designed to determine whether the user is a human or an automated bot. The purpose of this requirement is to prevent automated systems from flooding public agencies with electronic FOIA requests, which could potentially disrupt government information processing or be used maliciously. By mandating human verification, the bill aims to ensure that electronic FOIA requests are genuine, manageable, and submitted by actual individuals seeking public information, while potentially reducing the administrative burden on government agencies caused by automated request systems.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, if a public body uses an electronic system for the submission of requests under the Act, then it shall employ a CAPTCHA test or other similar measures to verify that those electronically submitted requests are being made by a human.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzanne Ness (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2343 • Last Action 03/20/2025
CANNABIS SOCIAL EQUITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing cannabis-related laws to enhance social equity provisions in Illinois' cannabis industry. It allows the Departments of Financial and Professional Regulation and Agriculture to share licensee information with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to support social equity programming. The bill expands the Cannabis Business Development Fund's purposes to include providing financial assistance and facilitating access to facilities for Qualified Social Equity Applicants and Social Equity Lottery Licensees. It introduces a new definition for "Social Equity Lottery Licensee" and provides the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity with expanded powers to offer financial support, including the ability to enter into financial intermediary agreements. The bill also allows for loan distribution by lottery if funding is insufficient and removes certain federal registration requirements for grant applicants. Additionally, the bill provides more flexibility in loan and grant programs, with provisions for loan forgiveness and competitive criteria for assistance. The legislation aims to support individuals and businesses from communities disproportionately impacted by previous cannabis-related laws by creating more pathways to enter and succeed in the legal cannabis industry.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Department of Agriculture may share with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity any licensee information necessary to support the administration of social equity programming. Amends the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Adds a definition. In various provisions, adds Social Equity Lottery Licensees to provisions that include Social Equity Applicants. Provides that the Cannabis Business Development Fund shall be exclusively used for certain purposes, to include providing financial assistance to support lending to, or private investment in, Qualified Social Equity Applicants and Social Equity Lottery Licensees, or to facilitate access to the facilities needed to commence operations as a cannabis business establishment. In provisions regarding loans and grants to Social Equity Applicants, adds financial assistance to provisions that include loans and grants. Provides that the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has the power to enter into financial intermediary agreements to facilitate lending to or investment in Qualified Social Equity Applicants, Social Equity Lottery Licensees, or their subsidiaries or affiliates, to ensure the availability of facilities necessary to operate a cannabis business establishment. Provides that certain loans made shall contain terms and provisions with respect to forgiveness. Provides that those loans also may be distributed by lot if the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity determines that the amount of funding available is insufficient. Provides that, to the extent registration with the federal System for Award Management requires a grant applicant to certify compliance with all federal laws, the grant applicants shall not be required to register for a unique entity identifier through the federal System for Award Management. Makes other and conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Marcus Evans (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB1746 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-HOMESTEAD EXEMPT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify homestead exemptions for low-income senior citizens and general homestead properties. For taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption will be the greater of either $80,000 or $80,000 adjusted by the consumer price index-u (a measure of average price changes for urban consumer goods and services). The Department of Revenue is required to calculate and publish this indexed maximum income limitation by January 31st of each year and transmit it to county clerks and treasurers. Additionally, for taxable years 2026 and beyond, the general homestead exemption's maximum reduction will be $10,000 in all counties, regardless of the county's population. The bill also introduces a definition for "consumer price index-u" and establishes a mechanism for annually adjusting the maximum income limitation to account for inflation, ensuring that the exemption's value keeps pace with rising living costs.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the term "maximum income limitation" for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption means the greater of (i) $80,000 or (ii) $80,000 adjusted by certain increases in the consumer price index-u. Provides that the Department of Revenue shall, not later than January 31 of each calendar year, calculate, publish, and transmit to all county clerks and county treasurers the indexed maximum income limitation number. In provisions concerning the general homestead exemption, provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum reduction is $10,000 in all counties.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Joe Sosnowski (R)*, Charlie Meier (R), Kevin Schmidt (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1755 • Last Action 03/20/2025
AGING-BENEFITS ACCESS PROGRAM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Aging-Benefits Access Program, which replaces the existing Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Relief Act. The program creates a new framework for providing benefits to seniors and individuals with disabilities, with specific eligibility criteria and income limits. Under the program, eligible individuals who are 65 years or older or have a qualifying disability can receive reduced fees for vehicle registration, free public transportation, and other benefits. To qualify, individuals must be Illinois residents with household incomes below specified thresholds: less than $33,562 for an individual, less than $44,533 for a two-person household, or less than $55,500 for households of three or more people. The Department on Aging will be responsible for implementing and administering the program, including establishing application processes, verifying eligibility, and creating rules for automatic renewals and appeal rights. The bill removes several existing provisions related to senior services, such as requirements for studying employment plans and developing multilingual pamphlets, and instead adds a requirement for the Department to implement the Older Americans Act. The legislation also removes the existing Community Care Program Medicaid Enrollment Oversight Subcommittee and makes corresponding changes to various other state laws to align with the new Benefits Access Program.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Senior Citizens and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Relief Act and removes all cross-references to the Act in various statutes. Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging. Requires the Department on Aging to implement and administer the Benefits Access Program and to establish the eligibility criteria under the program for: (1) the Secretary of State with respect to reduced fees paid by qualified vehicle owners under the Illinois Vehicle Code; (2) special districts that offer free fixed route public transportation services for qualified older adults under the Local Mass Transit District Act, the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act, and the Regional Transportation Authority Act; and (3) special districts that offer transit services for qualified individuals with disabilities under the Local Mass Transit District Act, the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act, and the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Sets forth household income eligibility limits and other eligibility requirements under the program. Authorizes the Department to adopt rules concerning automatic renewals and appeal rights under the program. Makes corresponding changes concerning the program to the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act, the Local Mass Transit District Act, the Regional Transportation Authority Act, the Illinois Public Aid Code, the Older Adult Services Act, and the Illinois Vehicle Code. Further amends the Illinois Act on the Aging by removing a requirement that the Department: (i) study the feasibility of implementing an affirmative action employment plan for the recruitment, hiring, and training of persons 60 years of age or older; and (ii) develop a multilingual pamphlet to assist physicians, pharmacists, and patients in monitoring prescriptions provided by various physicians and to aid persons 65 years of age or older in complying with directions for proper use of pharmaceutical prescriptions. Adds a requirement that the Department implement the Older Americans Act. Removes provisions requiring a Community Care Program Medicaid Initiative and a Community Care Program Medicaid Enrollment Oversight Subcommittee. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michelle Mussman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Human Services Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 115)
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IL bill #HB1701 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption by introducing an automatic annual adjustment to the maximum income limitation for the exemption. Specifically, starting in taxable year 2026, the maximum income limitation will be increased each year by the annual cost of living adjustment in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Prior to this change, the maximum income limitation was set at a fixed $65,000 for taxable years 2018 through 2025. The exemption is available to homeowners who are 65 years or older, have a household income below the specified limit, and are liable for property taxes. This adjustment is designed to help senior citizens keep pace with rising costs by allowing the income threshold for the property tax exemption to automatically increase with Social Security and SSI cost of living adjustments, thereby potentially helping more seniors qualify for the tax relief as their fixed incomes gradually increase.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption shall be increased in each taxable year by the annual cost of living adjustment, if any, in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits that takes effect in that taxable year. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Nabeela Syed (D)*, Camille Lilly (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1856 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-JUDICIAL RECORDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand the definition of "public body" to include judicial bodies of the State and adds a new exemption for judicial records. Specifically, the bill modifies the existing law to explicitly include judicial bodies within the definition of public bodies that are subject to FOIA regulations. The bill creates a new exemption that protects preliminary drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda, and other records expressing opinions or formulating policies specifically related to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders. Additionally, the bill exempts judicial records that are already subject to fees under the Clerks of Courts Act, ensuring that these records remain available through their existing access mechanisms. The changes aim to clarify the scope of FOIA, providing additional protection for internal judicial decision-making processes while maintaining transparency in government records. The bill preserves the fundamental principle of public access to government records, but recognizes the unique nature of judicial deliberations and the need to protect the independence of the judicial process.
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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: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Curtis Tarver (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2827 • Last Action 03/20/2025
HOMESCHOOL ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Homeschool Act to establish a structured framework for homeschooling in Illinois. Beginning August 1, 2026, homeschool administrators (parents or guardians responsible for a child's education) must submit a Homeschool Declaration Form annually to the principal or school district where the child would normally attend school. The form requires basic information about the child and the administrator, including proof that the administrator has a high school diploma. If a homeschool administrator fails to submit this form, the child will be considered truant and subject to penalties. The bill requires homeschool programs to provide instruction in core subjects like language arts, mathematics, and sciences, and prohibits individuals with certain criminal backgrounds from administering homeschool programs. Additionally, if a homeschooled child wants to participate in public school activities, they must provide proof of required immunizations and health examinations. The State Board of Education will create the declaration form and maintain resources to help homeschool administrators understand their responsibilities. The bill also mandates annual reporting on homeschooling data and ensures the confidentiality of personal information submitted through the Homeschool Declaration Form, reflecting a balanced approach to monitoring homeschool education while protecting family privacy.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Homeschool Act. Requires the State Board of Education to create a Homeschool Declaration Form to be used by a homeschool administrator to submit information indicating that a child is enrolled in a homeschool program to the principal of the public school or to the school district that the homeschooled child would otherwise attend. Provides that a student enrolled in a homeschool program in which the homeschool administrator has not notified the public school or school district with the Homeschool Declaration Form is considered truant, with penalties applying. Provides that if a child in a homeschool program seeks to enroll part time in a public school or participate in any public school activities taking place on or off of school grounds, the homeschool administrator must submit proof that the child has received all required immunizations and health examinations or a signed Certificate of Religious Exemption. Sets forth requirements for homeschool administrators and programs and reporting requirements. Makes conforming and other changes in the Freedom of Information Act, the School Code, and the Illinois School Student Records Act, including requiring (rather than allowing) nonpublic schools to register with the State Board of Education.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 16 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Michelle Mussman (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Katie Stuart (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Margaret Croke (D), Joyce Mason (D), Michael Crawford (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Lisa Davis (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Kam Buckner (D), Hoan Huynh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Education Policy Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 122 and Virtual Room 3)
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IL bill #HB2578 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-PERSON
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by modifying the definition of "person" and introducing a new verification process for public records requests. Specifically, the bill allows a public body to request verification that the requester is indeed a "person" within 5 business days of receiving a request if the public body reasonably believes the request may not have been submitted by a person. If the requester is asked to verify their status as a person, the deadline for the public body to respond to the request will be paused until verification is provided. If the requester fails to verify their status within 30 days of the public body's request, the public body may then deny the request. The definition of "person" is also slightly expanded to include individuals acting as agents of corporations, partnerships, firms, organizations, or associations. This change appears to provide public bodies with additional discretion in processing FOIA requests and addressing potential non-genuine or problematic request submissions, while maintaining the overall framework of public access to government records.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Changes the definition of "person". Allows, within 5 business days after its receipt of the request, a public body that has a reasonable belief that a request was not submitted by a person to require the requester to verify orally or in writing that the requester is a person. Provides that the deadline for the public body to respond to the request shall be tolled until the requester verifies that he or she is a person. Provides that, if the requester fails to verify that he or she is a person within 30 days after the public body requests such a verification, then the public body may deny the request.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2421 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-CRIM JUSTICE AGENCY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand an existing exemption for law enforcement records contained in shared electronic record management systems. Specifically, the bill modifies the existing language to allow a criminal justice agency (in addition to a law enforcement agency) to be exempt from disclosing a record that it did not create, did not participate in or have a role in the events described in the record, and only has access to the record through a shared electronic record management system. This means that if a law enforcement or criminal justice agency receives a public records request for a document that is part of a shared electronic system but was created by another agency and is unrelated to the receiving agency's own work, that agency can choose not to disclose the record. The amendment provides additional protection for agencies that might have peripheral access to records through interconnected electronic systems, preventing them from being obligated to release documents they did not originally generate or have direct involvement in creating.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts from inspection and copying a law enforcement record created for law enforcement purposes and contained in a shared electronic record management system if the law enforcement agency or criminal justice agency (rather than only the law enforcement agency) that is the recipient of the request did not create the record, did not participate in or have a role in any of the events which are the subject of the record, and only has access to the record through the shared electronic record management system.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Natalie Manley (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB1757 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to provide additional flexibility for low-income senior citizens seeking a property tax assessment freeze homestead exemption. Specifically, beginning in taxable year 2025, if a senior who previously qualified for the exemption experiences a temporary increase in household income that pushes them above the maximum income limitation, they can still receive a partial exemption for the current year and the three subsequent years. The exemption amount will be gradually reduced each year, starting at 80% of the original exemption amount in the first year and decreasing to 20% in the fourth year. If the senior's income returns to below the maximum limitation in any of those years, they can receive the full exemption as calculated under the existing rules. This provision helps protect seniors who may experience a one-time income increase from losing their property tax assessment freeze, providing a gradual phase-out of the exemption instead of an immediate disqualification. The bill aims to offer more stability and financial protection for senior homeowners who might otherwise be priced out of their homes due to a temporary increase in income.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that property that receives a low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption may continue to receive a partial exemption for each of the 4 succeeding taxable years even if the applicant for the exemption would not otherwise qualify for the exemption in the current taxable year because the applicant's household income for the current taxable year exceeds the maximum income limitation. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 19 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*, Nicolle Grasse (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Terra Costa Howard (D), Dee Avelar (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Joyce Mason (D), Lisa Davis (D), Martha Deuter (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Theresa Mah (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Maura Hirschauer (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1867 • Last Action 03/20/2025
REVENUE-SENIOR FREEZE-LIHEAP
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two existing laws to adjust income limitations for senior citizens and low-income households. First, for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, the bill modifies the maximum income limitation for taxable years 2026 and thereafter by tying it to the annual cost of living increase in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits. The Department of Revenue will calculate and publish the new maximum income limitation each year. Second, regarding the Energy Assistance Act, the bill establishes new guidelines for setting eligibility limits for energy assistance programs starting in calendar year 2026. These limits cannot exceed either 150% of the federal poverty level or 60% of the state median income (whichever is higher), or the previous year's limit increased by the annual Social Security and Supplemental Security Income cost of living adjustment. The goal of these changes is to help seniors and low-income households keep pace with rising costs by automatically adjusting income thresholds for assistance programs based on annual cost of living increases.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that the maximum income limitation under the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption shall be adjusted each year by the annual cost of living increase, if any, in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits that took effect during the immediately preceding calendar year. Amends the Energy Assistance Act. Provides that eligibility limits under the energy assistance program may not exceed the greater of (1) 150% of the federal nonfarm poverty level as established by the federal Office of Management and Budget or 60% of the State median income for the current State fiscal year as established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, whichever is higher; or (2) the eligibility limit for the immediately preceding calendar year, increased by the annual cost of living increase, if any, in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits that took effect during the immediately preceding calendar year. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Lisa Hernandez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee Hearing (14:08:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2388 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $85,000 for taxable years 2026 and thereafter. The exemption is designed to help senior citizens aged 65 and older who have low household incomes by freezing the assessed value of their primary residence for property tax purposes. Currently, the income limitation has varied over the years, with the most recent limit being $65,000. The new legislation raises this threshold to $85,000, which means more senior homeowners will be eligible for the assessment freeze, potentially providing financial relief to a broader range of low-income seniors. The bill takes effect immediately and does not require additional state reimbursement, meaning counties will implement the change using their existing administrative processes. This exemption allows qualifying seniors to have their property's assessed value remain stable at a base year level, which can help protect them from increasing property taxes as home values rise.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Increases the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption from $65,000 to $85,000. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Harry Benton (D)*, Camille Lilly (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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ME bill #LD808 • Last Action 03/20/2025
An Act to Require School Boards and Governing Bodies of Approved Private Schools to Implement Wearable Panic Alert Systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires school boards and approved private schools to implement wearable panic alert systems in each school building starting in the 2026-2027 school year. A wearable panic alert system is defined as a network of devices that can transmit emergency calls and notifications to local response agencies. The bill mandates that these systems must be capable of integrating with 9-1-1 infrastructure and initiating campuswide lockdown notifications. Each staff member must be provided with a panic alert device and receive annual training on its use. Schools are required to ensure that all security data, including camera footage and building maps, are accessible to local law enforcement agencies. The bill also classifies records related to physical security and fire safety as confidential, with limited exceptions for disclosure to property owners, law enforcement, other government agencies, and through court orders. The state department is authorized to develop routine technical rules to implement these requirements, providing a framework for schools to enhance emergency response capabilities and safety protocols.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, a school board or a governing body of an approved private school to implement at each school building a wearable panic alert system that is capable of integrating with local public safety answering point infrastructure to transmit a 9-1-1 call and initiating a campuswide lockdown notification. It directs a school board or a governing body of an approved private school to provide each staff person in a school building with a wearable panic alert device and training on the use of the device. It requires each school board and approved private school governing body to ensure that all security data within a school building are accessible by a local law enforcement agency. It stipulates that records related to physical security or fire safety are not public records pursuant to the Freedom of Access Act but does provide for certain disclosures.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Anne-Marie Mastraccio (D)*, Ed Crockett (D), Janice Dodge (D), Henry Ingwersen (D), Amy Kuhn (D), Michele Meyer (D), Kelly Noonan Murphy (D), Joe Rafferty (D), Morgan Rielly (D), Holly Sargent (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 3/20/2025 Cross Building, Room 208)
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IL bill #HB1827 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-INCOME PROPERTY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to establish new requirements for income-producing properties in Illinois counties, focusing on the submission of annual income and expense data to county assessment officers. Specifically, in counties with 3 million or more inhabitants (like Cook County), property owners or lessees must submit detailed income and expense data to the chief county assessment officer by July 1 each year, with the first submission due by September 1 following the bill's enactment. In counties with fewer than 3 million inhabitants, the county board may opt to require similar submissions by March 31. The bill provides comprehensive definitions for terms like "income-producing property," "expenses," and "income," and establishes specific exemptions, such as properties with a market value of $500,000 or less, residential properties with 6 or fewer units, and certain types of hospital and healthcare facilities. The legislation mandates electronic submission of data, imposes penalties for non-compliance (up to $10,000 per property), and includes strict provisions for data privacy and confidentiality. Furthermore, the bill requires chief county assessment officers to compile and anonymize the submitted data for use in mass property appraisals and to produce annual reports documenting the impact of this new data collection process on property assessments.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, in counties with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants, taxpayers of income-producing property shall submit income and expense data annually to the chief county assessment officer on or before July 1 of each year. Provides that, in counties of fewer than 3,000,000 inhabitants, the county board may provide by ordinance or resolution that taxpayers of income-producing property shall submit income and expense data annually to the chief county assessment officer on or before March 31 of each year. Contains certain exceptions. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Will Davis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee Hearing (14:08:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2640 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $75,000 for taxable years 2026 and thereafter. The exemption is a property tax relief program designed to help low-income seniors (aged 65 and older) by freezing the assessed value of their home at a base year value, which helps prevent property tax increases as home values rise. The bill specifically modifies the existing law by adding a new provision that sets the maximum income limitation at $75,000 for all qualified properties starting in 2026. To qualify for the exemption, seniors must meet several criteria, including having a household income below the specified threshold, being liable for property taxes, and either owning the property or having a legal interest in it. This change will allow more senior homeowners to benefit from the assessment freeze, potentially providing financial relief to an expanded group of low-income seniors.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation for the senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption is $75,000 (currently, $65,000). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Marty McLaughlin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee Hearing (14:08:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1756 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $75,000 for taxable years 2026 and thereafter. The exemption is designed to help senior citizens aged 65 and older who have limited household incomes by freezing the assessed value of their primary residence for property tax purposes. Currently, seniors who meet the income and age requirements can apply for this exemption, which prevents their property's assessed value from increasing beyond a base year value. The bill simply raises the maximum income threshold, making the exemption available to more seniors with slightly higher incomes. This change could provide additional financial relief to elderly homeowners by helping them manage their property tax expenses as they live on fixed incomes. The bill takes effect immediately and will benefit seniors in future tax years by expanding the income eligibility for this assessment freeze homestead exemption.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2025 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption is $75,000 (currently, $65,000). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2334 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-CYBERSECURITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to address cybersecurity concerns related to electronic records requests. Specifically, it requires that electronic requests for public records must be submitted entirely within the body of the electronic submission, preventing requesters from using attachments or hyperlinks to provide request details. As a cybersecurity measure, the bill stipulates that public bodies are not obligated to open or access files or links attached to electronic requests. This change aims to reduce potential security risks associated with electronic document submissions by ensuring that all request information is directly visible in the main text of the submission. The bill maintains the existing provisions of FOIA regarding public records access, including the requirement for public bodies to respond to requests within 5 business days and the ability to extend response times under certain circumstances. The modification is intended to provide public bodies with additional protection against potential cybersecurity threats while preserving the fundamental transparency goals of the Freedom of Information Act.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that electronic requests for public records must appear in their entirety within the body of the electronic submission and that no public body shall be required to open electronically attached files or hyperlinks to view or access the details of such a request. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D)*, Dan Didech (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2862 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FUEL RECOVERY FEE PROHIBITION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits the Illinois Commerce Commission from authorizing any charges based on changes in fuel costs for public utilities. Specifically, the bill removes existing provisions that allowed the Commission to adjust utility rates based on fluctuations in fuel costs for electric power generation, purchased power, or purchased gas. Previously, utilities could use "fuel adjustment clauses" to pass changes in fuel costs directly to customers, but this bill eliminates that mechanism. The legislation effectively prevents utilities from automatically adjusting their rates to reflect fuel price changes, which could provide more rate stability for consumers but potentially reduce utilities' flexibility in managing fuel cost variations. By marking several subsections as "(Blank)," the bill comprehensively removes the previous framework for fuel cost adjustments, representing a significant change in how utility rates are determined in Illinois. The bill appears to be part of a broader effort to control utility pricing and protect consumers from potentially volatile fuel cost increases.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Public Utilities Act. Provides that the Illinois Commerce Commission shall not authorize any charges based upon changes in the cost of fuel. Removes provisions concerning the Commission's ability to authorize the increase or decrease of a public utility's rates and charges based upon changes in the cost of fuel used in the generation or production of electric power, changes in the cost of purchased power, or changes in the cost of purchased gas through the application of fuel adjustment clauses or purchased gas adjustment clauses and based upon expenditures or revenues resulting from the purchase or sale of emission allowances through such fuel adjustment clauses as a cost of fuel. Removes provisions concerning a public utility's ability to, at any time during the mandatory transition period, file with the Commission proposed tariff sheets that establish the rate of the provided utility to be applied pursuant to the public utility's fuel adjustment clause at the average value for such rate during the preceding 24 months, provided that such average rate results in a credit to customers' bills, without making any revisions to the public utility's base rate tariffs.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Amy Elik (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Energy & Environment Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 114)
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IL bill #HB2452 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR HOMESTEAD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption and Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption provisions of the Property Tax Code, primarily focusing on expanding tax relief for senior homeowners. Specifically, the bill changes the maximum homestead exemption amount to $8,000 for all counties starting in the 2026 tax year (previously, some counties had a lower $5,000 exemption). Additionally, the bill increases the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $75,000 for taxable years 2026 and thereafter. These changes aim to provide more consistent and expanded property tax relief for senior citizens across different counties, regardless of population size, and allow seniors with slightly higher incomes to qualify for the assessment freeze exemption. The bill is effective immediately and ensures that seniors 65 years and older who meet certain income and residency requirements can receive these property tax benefits.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum reduction under the senior citizens homestead exemption is $8,000 in all counties (currently, $8,000 in counties with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants and counties that are contiguous to a county of 3,000,000 or more inhabitants and $5,000 in all other counties). Provides that the maximum income limitation for the senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption is $75,000 (currently, $65,000). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/03/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Amy Elik (R)*, Travis Weaver (R), Tony McCombie (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee Hearing (14:08:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2764 • Last Action 03/20/2025
CD CORR-EARNED REENTRY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a new earned reentry mechanism for individuals serving long-term prison sentences in Illinois, including those with life sentences. The bill creates a gradual implementation schedule where eligibility for earned reentry begins with prisoners who have served 35 consecutive years in the first year, then reduces to 25 years in the second year, and 20 years in the third year and thereafter. The Prisoner Review Board will conduct hearings to determine if an incarcerated person can obtain earned reentry, considering factors such as rehabilitation, likelihood of recidivism, disciplinary record, participation in educational and vocational programs, and future community reintegration plans. Importantly, the bill removes previous restrictions that prevented individuals serving life sentences from being paroled, and it applies retroactively to currently incarcerated individuals. The legislation is rooted in addressing systemic racism, reducing mass incarceration, and aligning with the state constitutional mandate to restore incarcerated individuals to useful citizenship. Victims and their families will be notified and given an opportunity to participate in the hearings, and while the bill provides an opportunity for review, it does not guarantee release. Prisoners are allowed to bring legal counsel or an advocate to their hearing and will be provided access to their master record file prior to the hearing.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that notwithstanding anything to the contrary in specified provisions of law, a person serving a term of imprisonment, including terms of natural life, in a Department of Corrections institution or facility is eligible for earned reentry. Provides that for the first year following the effective date of the amendatory Act, a person is eligible for earned reentry if he or she has served a term of imprisonment of at least 35 consecutive years. Provides that for the second year following the effective date of the amendatory Act, a person is eligible for earned reentry if he or she has served a term of imprisonment of at least 25 consecutive years. Provides that for the third year following the effective date of the amendatory Act and each year thereafter, a person is eligible for earned reentry if he or she has served a term of imprisonment of at least 20 consecutive years. Provides that hearings for earned reentry shall be administered by the Prisoner Review Board. Establishes procedures for the hearing. Removes provision that no person serving a term of natural life imprisonment may be paroled or released except through executive clemency. Provides that if any incarcerated person is released on earned reentry, his or her sentence shall be considered complete after the term of mandatory supervised release. Applies retroactively. Provides that nothing in the provision shall be construed to delay parole or mandatory supervised release consideration for petitioners who are or will be eligible for release earlier than the provision provides. Provides that nothing in the provision shall be construed as a limit, substitution, or bar on a person's right to sentencing relief, or any other manner of relief, obtained by order of a court in proceedings other than as provided in the provision. Contains a severability provision. Defines "earned reentry". Effective January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Carol Ammons (D)*, Kelly Cassidy (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Barbara Hernandez (D), Marcus Evans (D), Rita Mayfield (D), Theresa Mah (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2722 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-PRELIMINARY DRAFT-STUDY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify exemptions related to draft documents and studies. Specifically, the bill introduces a new provision that allows certain draft records to remain exempt from public disclosure, with an important caveat: if a draft record has been in draft form for more than 12 months and was funded by public money from a local government unit, it can no longer be considered exempt from disclosure. The exemption applies to a wide range of draft materials, including studies, notes, recommendations, memoranda, and other records in which opinions are expressed or policies are formulated. This change aims to balance the need for confidentiality during the development of official documents with the public's right to access information, particularly when substantial public resources have been invested in creating the document. By setting a 12-month time limit on draft document exemptions for locally funded studies, the bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in local government decision-making processes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts from disclosure any studies, drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda, and other records in which opinions are expressed, or policies or actions are formulated, except that a specific record or relevant portion of a record is not exempt if the record has remained in draft form for more than a 12-month period and public dollars were spent by a unit of local government to conduct such a study.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Harry Benton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2885 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-EMPLOYEE LIABILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand liability protection for public bodies and their employees when disclosing records. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 9.5 of the existing law to clarify that not only public bodies, but also individual officers and employees of public bodies, are immune from legal liabilities when they disclose records in accordance with an opinion issued by the Attorney General's Public Access Counselor. This provision means that if a public body or its staff release documents following a formal opinion from the Attorney General about the appropriateness of disclosure, they cannot be sued or penalized for that disclosure. The bill provides additional protection for government employees who might otherwise be hesitant to release public records due to potential personal legal risks. The change reinforces the Act's goal of promoting transparency by reducing potential personal legal barriers to information disclosure while ensuring that such disclosures are guided by official legal interpretations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that a public body and any officer or employee of a public body (rather than only a public body) that discloses records in accordance with an opinion of the Attorney General is immune from all liabilities by reason thereof and shall not be liable for penalties under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3641 • Last Action 03/20/2025
POLICE-ENFORCEMENT UNIT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Police Training Act to enhance the oversight and accountability of law enforcement officers. The bill establishes a Statewide Enforcement Unit within the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board that will be responsible for investigating matters related to the automatic and discretionary decertification of full-time and part-time law enforcement officers. The bill introduces more rigorous background check requirements for law enforcement officer applicants, including reviewing criminal history, national decertification indices, disciplinary records, and social media activity. Law enforcement agencies must now conduct comprehensive background investigations that include checking for affiliations with terrorist organizations, criminal groups, or hate groups, and examining an applicant's past statements or social media posts that might indicate bias or support for unlawful activities. The bill also creates a more structured process for decertification, including formal complaint hearings, the ability to surrender certification, and provisions for appealing decertification decisions. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of public and confidential databases to track law enforcement officer conduct, investigations, and certification status, and requires an annual report to be submitted detailing the number of complaints, investigations, hearings, and decertifications. The overall aim is to improve the professionalism and integrity of law enforcement by implementing more stringent screening, monitoring, and accountability mechanisms.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Police Training Act. Provides that the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board shall determine whether an applicant has met the requirements of the Act and is qualified to be employed as a law enforcement officer and issue a certificate to applicants qualified to be employed as a law enforcement officer. Provides that the Board may hire investigators for the purposes of complying with the Act. Provides that the Board's investigators shall be law enforcement officers. Provides that the Board shall not waive the training requirement unless the investigator has had a minimum of 5 years experience as a sworn law enforcement officer in the State. Provides that any complaint filed against the Board's investigators shall be investigated by the Illinois State Police. Provides that the Board shall create, within the Board, a Statewide Enforcement Unit. Provides that the Statewide Enforcement Unit shall be responsible for the investigation of matters concerning automatic and discretionary decertification of full-time and part-time law enforcement officers, and the prosecution of matters under those provisions. Provides that before a law enforcement agency may appoint a law enforcement officer or a person seeking a certification as a law enforcement officer in the State, the chief executive officer, sheriff, appointing authority, or designee must: (1) perform a criminal background check including reviewing criminal history and national decertification indices, and all disciplinary records by any previous law enforcement or correctional employer, including complaints or investigations of misconduct, including the outcome of any investigation regardless of the result, and the reason for separation from employment; (2) check the Officer Professional Conduct Database; (3) verify from the local prosecuting authority in any jurisdiction in which the applicant has served as to whether the applicant is on any impeachment disclosure lists; and (4) inquire into whether the applicant has any past or present affiliations with terrorist organizations. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Slaughter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2883 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-PUBLIC INFORMATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to change how public bodies must make certain information available to the public. Specifically, the bill requires each public body to post a brief description of itself on its website, instead of displaying this information at its administrative or regional offices. The description must include details such as the body's purpose, organizational structure, total operating budget, number and location of offices, approximate number of employees, and information about any advisory boards, commissions, or committees that guide or oversee its operations. If a public body does not have a website, it must continue to display this information at its administrative or regional offices. The goal of this amendment appears to be increasing public access to information about government entities by leveraging online platforms, making it easier for citizens to learn about the structure and function of various public bodies.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides the each public body shall post a brief description of itself and other specified information on its website (rather than at each of its administrative or regional offices). Provides that, if a public body does not maintain a website, it shall also post that information at each of its administrative or regional offices.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2881 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand the definition of "commercial purpose" in public records requests. Specifically, the bill modifies the existing definition to clarify that a commercial purpose includes not only selling or advertising records, but also any use that advances the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester or the person on whose behalf the request is made. The amendment preserves an existing exemption for news media and non-profit, scientific, or academic organizations, ensuring that their requests for information related to news, public interest, current events, opinion pieces, or research are not considered commercial in nature. This change aims to provide more clarity around what constitutes a commercial use of public records and potentially helps prevent requests that are primarily intended to generate private financial gain from being treated the same as requests made for public interest or informational purposes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, as used in the Act, the term "commercial purpose" means, among other things, the use of any part of a public record or records, or information derived from public records, in any form for any use or purpose that furthers the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester or the person on whose behalf the request is made.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3253 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-HOMESTEAD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to property tax laws in Illinois, focusing on homestead exemptions and tax deferrals for seniors. Specifically, the bill introduces a new requirement that starting July 1, 2026, any proposed bill to create or modify a homestead exemption must include an impact statement prepared by the bill's sponsor. This statement must outline the policy purpose, explain potential effects on different taxing districts, and suggest optional funding sources to replace any additional taxpayer burdens. For the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, the bill increases the maximum income limitation to $85,000 for the 2025 tax year and establishes a cost-of-living adjustment mechanism for subsequent years, using the Consumer Price Index with a cap of 3% annual increase. The bill also allows county clerks to create and administer payment plans for tax certificates during the redemption period, potentially waiving interest penalties. Additionally, the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act is amended to adjust maximum household income limits, raising the threshold to $95,000 for the 2025 tax year and implementing a similar cost-of-living adjustment for future years. These changes aim to provide more flexible and accessible property tax relief for senior citizens in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, on and after July 1, 2026, any bill to amend an existing homestead exemption or to create a new homestead exemption shall include the submission of an impact statement prepared by the sponsor of the bill. Provides that the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption shall be $85,000 for taxable year 2025 and shall be subject to a cost-of-living adjustment in subsequent years. Provides that, for any tax certificates held by a county, the county clerk may create and administer a payment plan during the redemption period. Amends the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Makes changes concerning the maximum household income. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Mary Beth Canty (D)*, Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Lisa Davis (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Jen Gong-Gershowitz (D), Anna Moeller (D), Camille Lilly (D), Dee Avelar (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB3286 • Last Action 03/20/2025
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE-RECORDS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends three different confidentiality acts to allow staff and members of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, the Ad Hoc Statewide Domestic Violence Fatality Review Committee, and regional domestic violence fatality review teams to access and share confidential records for the purpose of conducting domestic violence fatality reviews. Specifically, the bill enables these individuals to receive, inspect, copy, and share HIV-related information and mental health records of individuals involved in domestic violence near-fatalities or fatalities, while ensuring that the disclosed information remains subject to the confidentiality requirements of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. The changes are made to the Substance Use Disorder Act, the AIDS Confidentiality Act, and the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act. By expanding access to these typically protected records, the bill aims to support comprehensive reviews of domestic violence incidents, potentially helping to prevent future fatalities by allowing a more thorough investigation and understanding of such cases. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Substance Use Disorder Act. Provides that disclosure of nonexempt records protected under the Act may be disclosed for research activities under the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. Amends the AIDS Confidentiality Act and the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act. Provides that staff and any designee of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, members of the Ad Hoc Statewide Domestic Violence Fatality Review Committee of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Board, and the regional domestic violence fatality review teams are entitled to receive, inspect, copy, and share HIV-related information of any person subject to a domestic violence fatality review as part of and in accordance with the provisions of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. Provides that the information disclosed is subject to the confidentiality requirements of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Maurice West (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Public Health Committee Hearing (08:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB1855 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-JUDICIAL BRANCH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand the definition of "public body" to include the judicial branch and its components, which were previously excluded from the Act's requirements. The bill explicitly exempts records related to the preparation of judicial opinions and orders from public disclosure, protecting the confidentiality of judicial decision-making processes. Additionally, the bill removes the jurisdiction of the Public Access Counselor over denials of record requests from the judicial branch, meaning that judicial branch entities will not be subject to the same review process as other public bodies when they refuse to release records. This change effectively creates a special carve-out for the judicial branch, giving them more discretion in handling public records requests while maintaining the privacy and independence of judicial deliberations. The modifications aim to balance transparency with the need to protect the judicial process from undue external interference or scrutiny of internal decision-making materials.
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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: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Curtis Tarver (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2884 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-CLOSED MTG MINUTES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the process for filing lawsuits related to denied public records requests, specifically for minutes or verbatim records of closed meetings. Under the new provision, if a requester is denied access to minutes from a closed meeting that have not been previously made public, they must wait 60 days before filing a lawsuit. This 60-day waiting period begins either when the public body receives the request or after the Public Access Counselor issues a binding or non-binding opinion, whichever occurs later. The waiting period is intended to provide an opportunity for the requested records to be reviewed according to the Open Meetings Act. This change aims to create a more structured and deliberative process for resolving disputes over access to government meeting records, giving public bodies additional time to review and potentially release documents before litigation begins.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, if the denial of a request includes a request for minutes or a verbatim record of a meeting of the public body closed to the public as provided in the Open Meetings Act that have not been previously made available for public inspection, suit may be filed under a specified provision only after a 60-day period following (i) the receipt of the request by the public body or (ii) the issuance of a binding or non-binding opinion from the Public Access Counselor, whichever is later, to allow for review of the requested records as provided under the Open Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #SB1500 • Last Action 03/20/2025
DNR-PORE SPACE COMPENSATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act to modify provisions related to integrating and compensating pore space owners for underground carbon dioxide sequestration projects. The bill changes how compensation is calculated for nonconsenting pore space owners, requiring that they receive compensation no less than the average total payment package provided to similarly situated consenting pore space owners, without excluding initial incentives or signing bonuses. The legislation allows a sequestration operator to petition the Department of Natural Resources to issue an order requiring pore space owners to integrate their interests if the operator has obtained rights from owners of at least 75% of the surface area above the proposed sequestration facility. The bill maintains detailed requirements for the petition, including identifying all pore space owners, demonstrating good faith efforts to negotiate, and providing a comprehensive plan for pore space use. It also mandates public notice and hearings, ensures that nonconsenting owners receive just compensation, and includes provisions for handling unknown or nonlocatable pore space owners. Additionally, the bill requires the sequestration operator to provide alternative water supplies if groundwater monitoring indicates drinking water has been compromised, emphasizing environmental and community protection in carbon sequestration projects.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act. In provisions regarding integration and unitization of ownership interests and just compensation for nonconsenting pore space owners, provides that such compensation shall be no less than the average total payment package provided to similarly situated consenting pore space owners (rather than provided in agreements during the previous 365 days to similarly situated pore space owners). Removes provisions requiring the compensation to exclude incentives provided to consenting pore space owners prior to the initiation of injection. Removes provisions requiring the compensation to include any operations term or injection term payments made upon or after the initiation of injection provided to consenting pore space owners in consideration of allowing use of their pore space for sequestration of carbon dioxide.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Halpin (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Energy and Public Utilities Committee Hearing (10:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 212)
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IL bill #HB2370 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-FAIR TRIAL EXEMPTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the exemptions for records created during administrative enforcement proceedings or by law enforcement agencies. Specifically, the bill changes the standard for withholding records that might impact a fair trial from "substantial likelihood" to "reasonable inference" that a person would be deprived of a fair trial or impartial hearing. This means that public bodies can more easily protect records that could potentially prejudice legal proceedings. The amendment applies to various types of records, including those from administrative, law enforcement, and correctional agencies. By lowering the threshold from "substantial likelihood" to "reasonable inference," the bill makes it easier for agencies to prevent the disclosure of sensitive documents that could potentially compromise ongoing investigations or judicial processes. This change aims to provide greater protection for the integrity of legal proceedings while maintaining the general principles of transparency in public records.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts from disclosure records in the possession of any public body created in the course of administrative enforcement proceedings, and any law enforcement or correctional agency for law enforcement purposes, but only to the extent that disclosure would do one of a number of things, including create a reasonable inference (rather than substantial likelihood) that a person will be deprived of a fair trial or an impartial hearing.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB2887 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-RECURRENT REQUESTERS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the definition and treatment of "recurrent requesters" - individuals who submit a high volume of public records requests. Specifically, the bill reduces the thresholds for being classified as a recurrent requester from 50 to 40 requests in 12 months, from 15 to 10 requests in a 30-day period, and from 7 to 5 requests in a 7-day period. The bill extends the response time for public bodies when dealing with recurrent requesters from 21 to 30 business days and specifies that notice of recurrent requester status only needs to be provided once every 30 days. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision making it a violation of the Act for designated recurrent requesters to knowingly obtain public records without disclosing their status. These changes aim to balance the public's right to access information with the administrative burden on public bodies caused by frequent, extensive record requests. The bill maintains existing exemptions for news media, non-profit, scientific, and academic organizations when their requests are primarily for informational, research, or educational purposes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Reduces the number of record requests that must be made for a person to be considered a recurrent requester under the Act. Provides that public bodies must respond to requests from recurrent requesters with 30 (rather than 21) days after receipt of a request. Specifies that notice that requests are being treated as recurrent requests must be provided only once every 30 days. Provides that it is a violation of the Act for persons designated as recurrent requesters to knowingly obtain a public record without disclosing their status as recurrent requesters.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3273 • Last Action 03/20/2025
DHFS-HOSPITAL RATE PAY SYSTEM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Hospital Services Trust Fund Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code to modify how hospitals are reimbursed for inpatient and outpatient services. Specifically, the bill requires the use of All Patient Refined Diagnosis Related Grouping (APR-DRG) software, version 30, for inpatient services and Enhanced Ambulatory Procedure Grouping (EAPG) software, version 3.7, for outpatient services, both distributed exclusively by Solventum (previously known as 3M Health Information System), unless Solventum is unable to meet operational or contractual terms. The bill establishes that the Department of Healthcare and Family Services will set Medicaid weighting factors, standardized amounts, and various adjusters for hospital reimbursements. It also introduces a hospital and health care transformation program to provide financial assistance to hospitals, with a focus on addressing health care disparities in underserved communities. The program aims to support innovative partnerships that improve healthcare delivery, access, and equity, particularly in areas disproportionately affected by COVID-19, with an annual transformation funding pool of up to $150 million pending federal matching funds.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Hospital Services Trust Fund Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. In provisions concerning the hospital rate reform payment system, provides that reimbursement for inpatient general acute care services shall utilize the All Patient Refined Diagnosis Related Grouping (APR-DRG) software, version 30, distributed by Solventum previously known as 3MTM Health Information System. Provides that Solventum shall be the exclusive provider of this software unless the Department of Healthcare and Family Services determines that Solventum is unable to meet the required operational or contractual terms. Provides that only under such circumstances may an alternative authorized provider of the software be considered. Adds corresponding provisions regarding software used to process reimbursements for outpatient services.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Hoffman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Human Services Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 115)
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IL bill #HB3380 • Last Action 03/20/2025
BODY CAMERAS-FOIA REQUESTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act to modify the rules regarding the disclosure of body camera recordings. Specifically, the bill limits the disclosure of recordings that have been "flagged" - meaning they involve a complaint, firearm discharge, use of force, arrest, detention, or incident resulting in death or bodily harm. Under the new provisions, such recordings can only be disclosed through a court order, or to specific parties including: the person involved in the encounter, their legal representative, a witness to the encounter, the witness's legal representative, or a news media representative. The bill maintains existing protections for recordings, such as the requirement to retain recordings for 90 days and to keep flagged recordings for at least two years. The changes aim to balance transparency with privacy concerns by creating a clear framework for when and how body camera footage can be accessed, while still allowing important recordings to be reviewed by relevant parties. The bill does not fundamentally change the existing requirements for when officers must use body cameras or how they must be maintained, but instead focuses on refining the rules around recording access and disclosure.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Limits disclosure of a recording made with the use of an officer-worn body camera which 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 to a request made by (1) court order; (2) a person involved in the encounter that resulted in the recording being flagged; (3) a legal representative of a person involved in the encounter that resulted in the recording being flagged; (4) a witness of the encounter that resulted in the recording being flagged; (5) a legal representative of a witness of the encounter that resulted in the recording being flagged; or (6) a representative of news media.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Slaughter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #SB1697 • Last Action 03/20/2025
CARBON CAPTURE-COMPENSATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Carbon Dioxide Transportation and Sequestration Act and the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act to modify regulations surrounding carbon dioxide pipelines and carbon sequestration projects. The bill delays the Illinois Commerce Commission's ability to issue certificates of authority for carbon dioxide pipelines until July 1, 2026, and removes previous language about conditional approval after that date. It introduces comprehensive provisions for compensating landowners affected by pipeline construction, including detailed guidelines for calculating damages to crops, soil, drainage systems, and other property features. The bill requires pipeline applicants to provide reasonable compensation for surface damages, with specific methodologies for valuing crop losses, restoring land to its original condition, and addressing soil compaction and drainage issues. Landowners are entitled to compensation for various impacts, and the bill establishes a process for resolving disputes, including the potential for legal action and recovery of attorney's fees. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions for integrating and unitizing pore space for carbon sequestration, changing how compensation is calculated for nonconsenting pore space owners by considering the total payment package provided to similarly situated consenting owners and including operations and injection term payments in the compensation calculation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Carbon Dioxide Transportation and Sequestration Act. Provides that the Illinois Commerce Commission shall not issue any certificate of authority under the Act before July 1, 2026. Removes language providing that if, after July 1, 2026, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has not adopted final revisions to specified pipeline safety rules, the Commission may only approve a certificate of authority if it finds that the applicant has met all of the requirements of the Act, has already acquired all of its other necessary approvals, and is compliant with any requirements or conditions adopted by the Commission. Provides that a nonconsenting pore space owner's compensation shall include just compensation and any operations term or injection term payments made upon or after the initiation of injection provided to consenting pore space owners in consideration of allowing use of their pore space for sequestration of carbon dioxide. Provides that a nonconsenting pore space owner's compensation shall be no less than the average total payment package, considered as a whole with respect to an individual owner, provided in agreements to similarly situated consenting pore space owners for use of their pore space by the same sequestration operator for the same sequestration project (instead of provided in agreements during the previous 365 days to similarly situated consenting pore space owners). Amends the Safety and Aid for the Environment in Carbon Capture and Sequestration Act. Provides that an affected landowner is entitled to reasonable compensation from an applicant that has been granted a certificate of authority under this Act for damages resulting from access to the landowner's property for required activities taken to construct the pipeline, including, but not limited to, compensation for specified damages. Sets forth provisions concerning payment of the compensation; attorney's fees; and an applicant entering into an agreement with the Department of Agriculture that governs the mitigation of agricultural impacts associated with the construction of the proposed pipeline. Makes other changes.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Laura Fine (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Energy and Public Utilities Committee Hearing (10:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 212)
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IL bill #HB3362 • Last Action 03/20/2025
CD CORR-COMMITTED PERSON-MAIL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections to establish clear guidelines for handling physical mail in correctional institutions. Specifically, the bill requires that all Department of Corrections institutions and facilities allow committed persons (inmates) to receive original physical mail after a thorough inspection, as long as the mail does not pose a security or safety threat. The bill precisely defines what constitutes a security or safety threat, which includes letters containing physical harm threats, plans for criminal activity, blackmail, attempts to send contraband, coded messages, violations of departmental rules, unauthorized correspondence with other incarcerated individuals, or contents that violate state or federal law. The legislation aims to ensure that inmates' communication rights are preserved while maintaining institutional safety, providing a structured approach to mail screening that balances personal communication access with facility security concerns. By explicitly defining what can be considered a threat, the bill seeks to create a more transparent and standardized process for mail inspection in correctional facilities.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that all institutions and facilities of the Department of Corrections shall not deny the distribution of original physical mail to committed persons after such incoming mail has undergone inspection and it has been determined that the mail does not pose a threat to the security or safety of the institution or facility, personnel of the Department, or committed persons. Defines a threat to the security or safety of the institution or facility.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Kelly Cassidy (D)*, Will Guzzardi (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB3494 • Last Action 03/20/2025
HEALTH DATA PRIVACY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive protections for individual health data privacy in Illinois, requiring regulated entities to be transparent about their data collection, use, and sharing practices. The bill mandates that companies must obtain explicit, informed consent from individuals before collecting, processing, or selling their health data, and provides individuals with rights to confirm what data is being collected, request deletion of their data, and withdraw consent at any time. Companies are prohibited from using discriminatory practices against individuals who choose not to provide consent, and they must create clear, plain-language privacy policies that detail exactly how health data will be used. The bill also restricts geofencing around health service providers, limits government access to health data, and provides individuals with a private right of action to sue for violations, with potential damages ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, depending on whether the breach was negligent or intentional. The Attorney General is empowered to enforce the law, and the bill includes numerous exceptions and protections to ensure it does not conflict with existing healthcare privacy laws like HIPAA.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Protect Health Data Privacy Act. Provides that a regulated entity shall disclose and maintain a health data privacy policy that clearly and conspicuously discloses specified information. Sets forth provisions concerning health data privacy policies. Provides that a regulated entity shall not collect, share, or store health data, except in specified circumstances. Provides that it is unlawful for any person to sell or offer to sell health data concerning an individual without first obtaining valid authorization from the individual. Provides that a valid authorization to sell individual health data must contain specified information; a copy of the signed valid authorization must be provided to the individual; and the seller and purchaser of health data must retain a copy of all valid authorizations for sale of health data for 6 years after the date of its signature or the date when it was last in effect, whichever is later. Sets forth provisions concerning the consent required for collection, sharing, and storage of health data. Provides that an individual has the right to withdraw consent from the processing of the individual's health data. Provides that it is unlawful for a regulated entity to engage in discriminatory practices against individuals solely because they have not provided consent to the processing of their health data or have exercised any other rights provided by the provisions or guaranteed by law. Sets forth provisions concerning an individual's right to confirm whether a regulated entity is collecting, selling, sharing, or storing any of the individual's health data; an individual's right to have the individual's health data that is collected by a regulated entity deleted; prohibitions regarding geofencing; and individual health data security. Provides that any person aggrieved by a violation of the provisions shall have a right of action in a State circuit court or as a supplemental claim in federal district court against an offending party. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce a violation of the provisions as an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Defines terms. Makes a conforming change in the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ann Williams (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 114 and Virtual Room 1)
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IL bill #HB2882 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-RESPONSE PERIODS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify response time requirements for public records requests. Currently, public bodies must respond to a records request within 5 business days, but the bill extends this to 15 business days. Additionally, the time for extending a response is increased from 5 to 10 business days. The bill allows extensions for various reasons, such as records being stored in multiple locations, requiring extensive search efforts, needing review by specialized personnel, or requiring consultation with other public bodies. For commercial requests, the response time is extended from 21 to 30 business days. The bill maintains provisions that if a public body fails to respond within the specified timeframes, they cannot charge fees for providing the records and cannot claim the request is unduly burdensome. These changes aim to provide public bodies more flexibility in processing complex or voluminous records requests while still maintaining transparency and accountability in government record access.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that each public body shall, promptly, either comply with or deny a request for public records within 15 business days (rather than 5 business days) after its receipt of the request, unless extended for an additional 10 business days (rather than 5 business days) for specified reasons. Provides that commercial requests must be responded to within 30 business days (rather than 21 working days).
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terra Costa Howard (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB3515 • Last Action 03/20/2025
FOIA-COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act to make several key changes. The bill expands the definition of "commercial purpose" to include any use that furthers the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester. It also narrows the definition of "news media" by excluding internet sites and social media channels that post law enforcement videos in exchange for compensation based on view count. For audio and video records, the bill allows public bodies to charge up to $40 per hour for personnel time spent searching, retrieving, reviewing, redacting, and reproducing records, with the first 3 hours (previously 8 hours) of search and retrieval time being free. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions of the Body Camera Act to exclude requests for body camera footage made for commercial purposes from mandatory disclosure requirements. These changes aim to provide more clarity and control over public records access, particularly for commercial requesters, while potentially limiting the ability of some online platforms to monetize law enforcement video content.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, for purposes of the Act, "commercial purpose" includes any use or purpose that furthers the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester or the person on whose behalf a request is made. Provides that, for purposes of the Act, "news media" does not include Internet sites, social media channels, or other sites or applications that post law enforcement videos in exchange for compensation based on the number of views. Provides that a public body may charge up to $40 for each hour spent by personnel in searching for, retrieving, reviewing, redacting, and reproducing audio and video records except for the first 8 hours spent by personnel in searching for or retrieving a requested record. Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that requests for a commercial purpose, as defined in the Freedom of Information Act, are not subject to provisions of the Act requiring the release of body-camera footage that has been flagged for specified reasons.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*, Martha Deuter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB1877 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption. Specifically, for the 2026 tax year, the maximum income limitation will rise from $65,000 to $75,000, providing additional financial relief for senior homeowners. Beginning in 2027, the bill introduces an annual adjustment mechanism where the maximum income limitation will be increased each year by the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index-U, which is a measure of the average change in prices of goods and services purchased by urban consumers published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means the income threshold will automatically adjust for inflation, helping seniors maintain their property tax exemption eligibility as living costs rise. The exemption is designed to help low-income seniors aged 65 and older by freezing the assessed value of their home for property tax purposes, thereby protecting them from rising property tax burdens as property values increase.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable year 2026, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption is $75,000 (currently, $65,000). Provides that, beginning in taxable year 2027, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption shall be increased each year by the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Janet Yang Rohr (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB3524 • Last Action 03/20/2025
OFFICER-WORN CAMERA EXCEPTIONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act by adding a new provision that allows officer-worn body cameras to be turned off when an executive branch constitutional officer requests that the camera be turned off, specifically when that request is made to the officer's on-duty and assigned security detail. The bill modifies existing guidelines for body camera usage, which already include several circumstances where cameras can be turned off, such as when a crime victim or witness requests it, when interacting with a confidential informant, or when in certain facilities with existing camera systems. The new provision expands these exceptions to include requests from high-level government officials, potentially providing more privacy and discretion for executive branch constitutional officers during interactions with law enforcement. This change is part of the ongoing efforts to balance transparency in law enforcement with individual privacy concerns, particularly for government officials who may require additional security or confidentiality during certain interactions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that the written policy that must be adopted by each law enforcement agency that employs the use of officer-worn body cameras must require cameras to be turned off when, among other things, an executive branch constitutional officer requests that the camera be turned off and that request is made to the executive branch constitutional officer's on-duty and assigned security detail.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Justin Slaughter (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/20/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2520 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the definition of "household" for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption. Currently, "household" includes the applicant, the applicant's spouse, and all persons using the applicant's residence as their principal place of residence. Starting in taxable year 2026, the bill restricts the definition of "household" to only the applicant and the applicant's spouse, effectively removing other residents from the household calculation. This change could impact how household income is determined for seniors seeking this property tax exemption, potentially making it easier or harder for some seniors to qualify depending on their living situation. The exemption is designed to help low-income seniors aged 65 and older by freezing the assessed value of their home for property tax purposes, which can help prevent property tax increases that might otherwise make homeownership challenging for seniors on fixed incomes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for the purpose of the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, the term "household" includes only the applicant and the applicant's spouse (currently, the applicant, the spouse of the applicant, and all persons using the residence of the applicant as their principal place of residence). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Maura Hirschauer (D)*, Lilian Jiménez (D), Lisa Davis (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Joyce Mason (D), Nabeela Syed (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Michael Crawford (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee Hearing (14:08:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2992 • Last Action 03/20/2025
HOPE PILOT PROGRAM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Healing Opportunities through Psilocybin Equity Pilot Program Act, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for psilocybin services in Illinois. The legislation aims to address the state's mental health crisis by creating a regulated system for psilocybin-assisted therapy, focusing on therapeutic access, harm reduction, and equity. Key provisions include establishing an Illinois Psilocybin Advisory Board to oversee the program, creating a licensing system for psilocybin product manufacturers, service centers, and facilitators, and implementing strict guidelines for psilocybin services. The bill requires a multi-step process for psilocybin use, including mandatory preparation sessions, supervised administration sessions, and integration sessions. It imposes a 15% tax on psilocybin purchases and creates special funds to support program implementation. The legislation also sets age restrictions (21 and older), mandates extensive safety protocols, and provides immunity from criminal prosecution for licensed participants. Notably, the bill emphasizes cultural responsiveness, community healing, and addressing mental health disparities, particularly for veterans and underserved communities. The program will have a development period of up to 24 months before full implementation, during which various state agencies will collaborate to establish comprehensive guidelines and standards for psilocybin services.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Healing Opportunities through Psilocybin Equity Pilot Program Act. Details findings, purposes, statutory construction, and definitions. Establishes the Illinois Psilocybin Advisory Board within the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Provides duties of the Board. Provides that the Department of Public Health, the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, the Illinois State Police, and the Department of Revenue have certain duties, functions, and powers under the Act. Provides for a program development period, with certain requirements. Provides for different types of licenses starting on or before July 1 of the year 3 years after the effective date of the Act, with certain requirements. Provides immunity from certain criminal civil liability for a licensee or licensee representative with respect to manufacture, delivery, and possession of psilocybin products. Provides requirements for psilocybin services. Provides for discipline of licensees. Provides for civil and criminal penalties for violations. Provides for certain administrative hearings. Limits home rule. Imposes a tax upon purchasers for the privilege of using psilocybin at a rate of 15% of the purchase price. Establishes the Psilocybin Control and Regulation Fund and the Illinois Psilocybin Fund as special funds in the State Treasury for certain purposes. Makes other provisions. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt certain information under the Healing Opportunities through Psilocybin Equity Pilot Program Act from disclosure. Amends the State Finance Act and the Illinois Independent Tax Tribunal Act of 2012 to make conforming changes. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to add psilocybin or psilocin as defined in the Healing Opportunities Through Psilocybin Equity Pilot Program Act to provisions regarding driving while under the influence. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 13 : Theresa Mah (D)*, La Shawn Ford (D), Lindsey LaPointe (D), Stephanie Kifowit (D), Harry Benton (D), Yolonda Morris (D), Sonya Harper (D), Anna Moeller (D), Hoan Huynh (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Rick Ryan (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Justin Slaughter (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB1826 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase and adjust the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption. Specifically, for the 2026 taxable year, the maximum income limitation will be raised from $65,000 to $75,000. Beginning in 2027, the maximum income limitation will be automatically increased each year by the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index-U, which is a measure of the average change in prices of goods and services purchased by urban consumers, published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This exemption allows seniors 65 years and older with lower incomes to freeze the assessed value of their home for property tax purposes, helping to protect them from rising property tax burdens as property values increase. The bill aims to provide continued financial relief for senior homeowners by incrementally adjusting the income threshold to keep pace with inflation, ensuring that more seniors can benefit from this property tax exemption.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable year 2026, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption is $75,000 (currently, $65,000). Provides that, beginning in taxable year 2027, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption shall be increased each year by the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Jay Hoffman (D)*, Camille Lilly (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB3041 • Last Action 03/20/2025
DATA PRIVACY AND PROTECTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Illinois Data Privacy and Protection Act, which establishes comprehensive regulations for how businesses collect, process, and transfer personal data. The bill requires covered entities (businesses that determine the purposes of data collection) to collect only data that is reasonably necessary and proportionate, obtain explicit consent from individuals before collecting or transferring their sensitive data, and provide clear privacy policies. Key provisions include giving individuals the right to access, correct, delete, and export their personal data, with special protections for minors and sensitive information like biometric data, precise location information, and financial details. The bill mandates that businesses implement robust data security practices, prohibits discrimination in data usage, and restricts targeted advertising to minors. Large data holders must designate privacy officers, conduct regular privacy impact assessments, and have executive officers certify compliance annually. Enforcement mechanisms include the ability for the Attorney General, State's Attorneys, or municipalities to bring civil actions against violators, as well as allowing individuals to sue for damages. Small businesses are given some exemptions to reduce compliance burdens, and the Attorney General is empowered to create rules and adjust thresholds to keep the law current with technological changes. The act will become effective 180 days after becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Illinois Data Privacy and Protection Act. Provides that a covered entity (any entity or any person, other than an individual acting in a non-commercial context, that alone or jointly with others determines the purposes and means of collecting, processing, or transferring covered data) may not collect, process, or transfer covered data unless the collection, processing, or transfer is limited to what is reasonably necessary and proportionate. Provides that a covered entity and a service provider shall establish, implement, and maintain reasonable policies, practices, and procedures concerning the collection, processing, and transferring of covered data. Contains provisions concerning retaliation; transparency; individual data rights; consent; data protection for children and minors; civil rights; data security; small business protections; executive responsibility; service providers and third parties; enforcement; severability; and rulemaking. Effective 180 days after becoming law.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Abdelnasser Rashid (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, & IT Committee Hearing (10:00:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB3465 • Last Action 03/20/2025
CD CORR-ELECTRON MONITOR-FOIA
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Unified Code of Corrections to expand public access to records related to electronic monitoring. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that explicitly defines "public records" to include the names of individuals on electronic monitoring and the number of times those individuals have violated the terms of their electronic monitoring. The bill also clarifies that these records are subject to inspection and copying under FOIA, even if they are maintained in a judicial office or by a judicial official. A key aspect of the legislation is that it prevents any other provisions of the Act from being used to withhold or limit access to these specific types of electronic monitoring records. The bill aims to increase transparency around electronic monitoring by ensuring that such information is readily accessible to the public, potentially allowing for greater scrutiny of electronic monitoring practices and individual compliance.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that "public records" includes records of the names of persons on electronic monitoring and the number of times a person on electronic monitoring has violated the terms of electronic monitoring and includes court records of that information. Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of the Act to the contrary, the Act does not authorize withholding of information or limit the availability of records to the public that contain the names of persons on electronic monitoring and the number of times a person on electronic monitoring has violated the terms of electronic monitoring. Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that these records are public records and subject to disclosure, inspection, and copying under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Gill (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Executive Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/20/2025 Room 122B)
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IL bill #HB1193 • Last Action 03/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE-CPI
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Senior Freeze Homestead Exemption. Specifically, for the 2026 tax year, the maximum income limitation will be raised from $65,000 to $73,700 for all qualified properties. Starting in 2027, the bill introduces an annual adjustment mechanism where the maximum income limitation will be increased each year based on the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which is an economic indicator that measures the average change in prices of goods and services purchased by urban consumers. This means the income threshold will be automatically updated annually to account for inflation, helping to ensure that more senior homeowners can continue to benefit from this property tax exemption as living costs rise. The exemption is available to homeowners who are 65 years or older, have a household income below the specified limit, and meet other eligibility criteria, providing financial relief for low-income seniors by freezing their property's assessed value for tax purposes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable year 2026, the maximum income limitation for the senior freeze shall be $73,700 for all qualified property (currently, $65,000). Provides that the maximum income limitation shall be adjusted each year according to the change in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Steve Reick (R)*, Regan Deering (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: Property Tax Subcommittee Hearing (14:03:00 3/20/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB3500 • Last Action 03/19/2025
ABLE ACCOUNT PROGRAM INFO
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance awareness and information dissemination about the Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program, a financial tool designed to help individuals with disabilities save money without affecting their eligibility for public benefits. The bill makes several key changes across different state laws. Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, school districts will be required to provide informational materials about the ABLE account program to parents or guardians of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans. Similarly, for families receiving early intervention services, regional intake offices will be mandated to provide ABLE account program information during the initial development and review of Individual Family Service Plans. The State Treasurer will be responsible for preparing these informational materials, which must include an overview of the program, eligibility criteria, and enrollment information. The bill also makes technical changes to standardize references to the program, ensuring that any existing references to the "ABLE account program" are understood to mean the "Illinois ABLE account program". These changes are intended to increase awareness and accessibility of this financial resource for families supporting individuals with disabilities, helping them plan for long-term expenses and potentially improve economic independence.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Provides that beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, a school district shall provide informational materials about the Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program (rather than the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program) annually to the parent or guardian of a student who has a section 504 Plan under the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, using the same distribution methods employed for other communications related to the student's section 504 Plan. Removes language providing that a school may transmit the informational material to a parent or guardian in the same manner as other documents and information related to an Individualized Education Program meeting are provided to the parent or guardian. Amends the Department of Early Childhood Act and the Early Intervention Services System Act. In provisions requiring individualized family service plans for children receiving early intervention services, provides that during the initial development of an individual family service plan and at each review meeting of the service plan, the regional intake offices shall provide the parent or guardian with informational materials about the Illinois (ABLE) account program. Requires the informational materials to include an overview of the Illinois ABLE account program, eligibility criteria, and other necessary enrollment information. Requires the Office of the State Treasurer to prepare and deliver the informational materials about the Illinois ABLE account for distribution to regional intake offices which shall subsequently disseminate the informational materials to parents and guardians in the same manner as they transmit other documents to families. Makes technical changes to the State Treasurer Act to change the name of the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program to the Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account program.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzanne Ness (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Hearing (14:00:00 3/19/2025 115 and Virtual Room 4)
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AZ bill #SB1372 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Public records; notification; commercial purpose
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arizona's public records law to require individuals requesting public records to provide a statement at the time of their request indicating whether the records will be used for a commercial purpose. If the records are intended for commercial use, the requester must affirm that they will comply with section 39-121.03, which likely contains specific regulations for commercial use of public records. The bill does not change the fundamental process of requesting public records, which allows any person to examine or obtain copies of public records during regular office hours. The custodian of the records can still charge fees for copying and postage, except for records related to specific purposes outlined in other sections of the law. This amendment appears designed to provide additional transparency and ensure that commercial users of public records follow appropriate guidelines when accessing government documents. The bill maintains the existing definitions of "public body" and "officer" and preserves the responsibilities of public entities to maintain, preserve, and protect their records.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending section 39-121.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : J.D. Mesnard (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House Government (09:00:00 3/19/2025 HHR 5)
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IL bill #HB1929 • Last Action 03/19/2025
HUMAN RIGHTS-PRIOR CONVICTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to create a pathway for formerly convicted individuals to petition the Department of Human Rights for protected class status. To be eligible, a person must have completed their parole or probation, obtained a high school diploma or equivalency certificate (with exceptions for those with certain intellectual or developmental disabilities), be employed or pursuing education, have no new felony or misdemeanor convictions for at least 5 years, and have completed all legal sanctions. The Department of Human Rights will establish rules for determining intellectual or developmental disability qualifications and who can diagnose such conditions. If a person with protected class status is subsequently convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, their status can be revoked through a formal hearing process initiated by a petition that details the new offense. This legislation aims to support rehabilitation and reintegration of formerly convicted individuals by providing a mechanism for them to gain additional legal protections against discrimination, recognizing their efforts to rebuild their lives after serving their legal penalties.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Human Rights Act. Provides that a formerly convicted person may petition the Department of Human Rights for a grant of protected class status. Provides that the Department may grant protected class status to a formerly convicted person who meets the following conditions: the person has complied with each term and condition of the person's parole, mandatory supervised release, probation, or conditional discharge; the person has obtained a high school diploma or received a high school equivalency certificate; the person is employed or actively seeking employment or is enrolled in or has successfully completed a vocational training or college educational program; the person has not been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor within the last 5 years; and the person has completed all sanctions imposed upon the person through due process of law. Provides that the Department shall adopt rules concerning what constitutes an intellectual or developmental disability that prevents the formerly convicted person from meeting some of the conditions and who is qualified to diagnose such a person. Provides that the Department shall adopt rules to carry out the provisions. Provides that protected class status previously granted to a formerly convicted person shall be revoked by the Department after notice and a hearing, if the formerly convicted person is subsequently convicted of a felony or misdemeanor. Provides that the revocation process shall be initiated by a petition that sets forth the date of the subsequent offense, description of the offense, date of conviction for the subsequent offense, and sentence imposed on the conviction. Provides that a copy of the petition and notice of the hearing date shall be served on the formerly convicted person.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Camille Lilly (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Immigration & Human Rights Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/19/2025 Room 122B)
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CA bill #SB48 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Immigration enforcement: schoolsites: prohibitions on access, sharing information, and law enforcement collaboration.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to protect pupils and school personnel from immigration enforcement actions by prohibiting school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools from granting United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers access to school campuses without a judicial warrant. The bill requires school personnel to document and witness any denial of access and prohibits them from sharing any pupil, family, or employee information with immigration authorities without a judicial warrant and, in the case of pupil records, without parental consent. Additionally, the bill extends protections by preventing California law enforcement agencies from collaborating with or providing information to immigration authorities about proposed or ongoing enforcement actions within one mile of a schoolsite. The legislation is driven by concerns about the negative impact of immigration enforcement on education, including increased absenteeism, decreased school funding, and psychological stress for pupils from immigrant families. Notably, the bill acknowledges that 46 percent of California's children are part of immigrant families, and studies have shown that immigration enforcement threats can lead to lower academic achievement, concentration difficulties, and higher dropout rates. The bill is designed to ensure that all pupils, regardless of immigration status, can access education in a safe and supportive environment, and it takes effect immediately as an urgency statute to protect these rights.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 234.8 to the Education Code, and to amend Section 7284.6 of the Government Code, relating to immigration enforcement, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
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• Introduced: 12/16/2024
• Added: 12/17/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lena Gonzalez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 12/16/2024
• Last Action: Senate Education Hearing (09:00:00 3/19/2025 1021 O Street, Room 2100)
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AZ bill #SB1220 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Victims' rights; audio recordings; appeal
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to Arizona law regarding victims' rights and access to public records. The bill expands victims' rights by explicitly allowing victims to receive audio and video recordings of police reports in addition to written reports, at no charge, for various types of criminal offenses including Part I crimes, domestic violence offenses, and sexual offenses. The bill clarifies that victims can appeal denials of public records through a special action within the criminal case, making it easier for victims to access information related to their case. Additionally, the bill updates language in existing statutes to provide more precise and clear definitions, such as adding a specific definition for "domestic violence offense" and modifying some wording around victims' rights notifications. These changes are intended to enhance victims' ability to obtain information about their cases and ensure they are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity throughout the criminal justice process, in line with Arizona's Victims' Bill of Rights constitutional provision.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 8-386, 13-4405, 39-121.02 and 39-127, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Shawnna Bolick (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: House Government (09:00:00 3/19/2025 HHR 5)
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IL bill #HB3778 • Last Action 03/19/2025
TRANSPORTATION-VARIOUS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, which establishes a new regional transportation authority to consolidate and replace the existing Regional Transportation Authority, Chicago Transit Authority, and its service boards. The new authority will have broad powers to plan, operate, and fund public transportation in the Chicago metropolitan region (Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties). Key provisions include: Governance: The authority will be governed by a board of 13 directors (8 voting, 5 non-voting) appointed by various local government leaders, with requirements for geographic and professional diversity. The board will select a chair and develop comprehensive strategic plans for regional transportation. Consolidation: The bill consolidates the existing transit agencies into a single authority, creating new operating divisions for suburban bus, commuter rail, and Chicago transit services. This aims to improve coordination, financial management, and service delivery. Financial Powers: The authority can impose various taxes, issue bonds, enter into contracts, and receive state and federal funding. It will have the ability to develop new funding mechanisms and implement innovative financing strategies. Service Improvements: The bill establishes service standards, performance metrics, and goals for improving public transportation, including increased transit accessibility, reliability, and equity. It includes provisions for fare capping, reduced fares for low-income riders, and improved paratransit services. Transit-Supportive Development: The act creates an Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development to support housing and economic development near transit corridors, with a focus on affordable housing and connecting residents to jobs and opportunities. Workforce and Community Considerations: The bill includes provisions for workforce development, job training, and ensuring that transit expansion benefits local communities, particularly those historically underserved or economically disadvantaged. The overall goal is to create a more integrated, efficient, and responsive public transportation system for the Chicago metropolitan region, with a focus on equity, sustainability, and economic development.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act. Establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Provides that the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority are consolidated into the Metropolitan Mobility Authority and the Service Boards are abolished. Creates the Suburban Bus Operating Division, Commuter Rail Operating Division, and the Chicago Transit Operating Division. Reinserts, reorganizes, and changes some provisions from the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act into the new Act. Includes provisions concerning the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Repeals the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. Provides that the Office and the Fund are to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit by providing specified funding to municipalities that have adopted the standards in the transit support overlay district for that area or that have adopted zoning and other changes that the Office determines have benefits greater than or equal to such a District, including transit support overlay districts. Includes provisions relating to Office standards, procedures, and reports. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code. Requires the Department to establish, staff, and support an Office of Public Transportation Support for the purpose of optimizing the operation of public transportation vehicles and the delivery of public transportation services on highways under the Department's jurisdiction in the Metropolitan Mobility Authority's metropolitan region. Describes the duties and operations of the Office. Amends the Toll Highway Act. Provides that the Chair of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority is a nonvoting member of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority. Provides that some provisions are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Eva-Dina Delgado (D)*, Kam Buckner (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Joyce Mason (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Theresa Mah (D), Ann Williams (D), Nicolle Grasse (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Transportation: Regulation, Roads & Bridges Hearing (16:00:00 3/19/2025 114 and Virtual Room 1)
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IL bill #SB2394 • Last Action 03/19/2025
FIRST 2025 GENERAL REVISORY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: I'll help you summarize this comprehensive legislative bill. Here's a summary: This bill is the First 2025 General Revisory Act, which is primarily a technical cleanup measure designed to reconcile conflicts arising from multiple legislative amendments and make technical corrections across various sections of Illinois state law. The bill makes numerous minor modifications to statutes across multiple state agencies and legal domains, including changes to definitions, correcting cross-references, eliminating obsolete text, and resolving potential conflicts created by previous legislative actions. The bill touches on a wide range of areas, including procurement rules, state employee benefits, professional licensing, emergency management, veterans' services, grant accountability, income tax regulations, and more. While most changes are technical in nature and do not substantially alter existing law, the bill ensures statutory consistency and removes potential ambiguities that could arise from conflicting legislative amendments. Some notable provisions include updating terminology, clarifying definitions, adjusting administrative procedures, and making technical corrections to ensure smooth implementation of various state programs. The bill explicitly states that it is not intended to make substantive changes to existing law, but rather to reconcile conflicts, simplify language, and improve overall legal clarity. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law, with various specific provisions having different implementation dates as noted in individual sections.
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Bill Summary: Creates the First 2025 General Revisory Act. Combines multiple versions of Sections amended by more than one Public Act. Renumbers Sections of various Acts to eliminate duplication. Corrects obsolete cross-references and technical errors. Makes stylistic changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Cunningham (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: State Government Committee Hearing (13:30:00 3/19/2025 Room 409)
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CT bill #HB07211 • Last Action 03/19/2025
An Act Concerning Civil Immigration Detainers For Persons Who Are Charged With The Commission Of A Class A, B Or C Felony Or A Family Violence Crime.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Connecticut's existing law regarding civil immigration detainers, specifically allowing law enforcement to detain individuals for up to 48 hours under certain limited circumstances. Under the new provisions, law enforcement can hold an individual pursuant to a civil immigration detainer only if: the detainer is accompanied by a judicial warrant, the individual has been charged (after a probable cause finding) with a Class A, B, or C felony or a family violence crime, or the individual is identified in the federal Terrorist Screening Database. The bill defines key terms like "civil immigration detainer" (a request from federal immigration authorities to local law enforcement regarding an individual's detention or transfer) and "ICE access" (various interactions with federal immigration authorities). The legislation aims to restrict automatic compliance with immigration detainers while providing narrow exceptions for serious criminal charges. It also includes provisions requiring transparency, such as providing copies of detainer notices to affected individuals and mandating that municipalities report data about ICE access. The bill emphasizes protecting confidential information and limits law enforcement's ability to assist federal immigration authorities outside these specific scenarios. The new law is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: To permit law enforcement to detain for a limited period a person charged, after a finding of probable cause, with a class A, B, or C felony or a family violence crime for purposes of a civil immigration detainer.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Judiciary Committee, Craig Fishbein (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/19/2025 )
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IN bill #SB0281 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Expungement.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Indiana's laws regarding the expungement and sealing of juvenile and criminal records, with several key provisions. The bill clarifies and expands access to juvenile court records for law enforcement officers, allowing them to access specific types of records related to delinquency proceedings, including the child's name, age, and nature of the delinquent act. It removes a previous requirement for automatic expungement of certain juvenile records and instead establishes a more nuanced approach to sealing these records. The bill allows for the expungement of official misconduct records for non-elected officials with prosecutorial consent and prohibits expungement for individuals convicted of unlawful firearm possession by a serious violent felon. Additionally, the legislation requires the office of judicial administration to establish an electronic system for transmitting chronological case summaries to the state police department for expungement purposes by July 1, 2025. The bill also modifies procedures for expunging felony records, including different waiting periods and consent requirements depending on the type of offense, and provides detailed guidelines for how expunged records can be accessed or disclosed in specific circumstances, such as by law enforcement, prosecutors, and certain government agencies.
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Bill Summary: Expungement. Specifies that certain records relating to juvenile delinquency proceedings are accessible to a law enforcement officer acting within the scope of the officer's duties, and requires persons having custody of these records to take steps to ensure that these records are available to the law enforcement officer in a timely manner. Repeals a provision requiring a court to expunge certain records on the court's own motion. Specifies that the juvenile court shall cooperate to ensure that certain records are available to the prosecuting attorney or a deputy. Allows the expungement of official misconduct if: (1) the person seeking the expungement is not an elected official; and (2) the prosecuting attorney consents. Permits disclosure to the state police department of certain sealed records if disclosure is required for the purpose of expunging or marking as expunged records in the central repository for criminal history information. Prohibits expungement for a person convicted of unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon. Requires the office of judicial administration, before July 1, 2025, to establish an electronic system for transmitting a chronological case summary to the state police department for purposes of expungement.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Scott Baldwin (R)*, Aaron Freeman (R)*, Lonnie Randolph (D), Greg Steuerwald (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: House Courts and Criminal Code Hearing (10:30:00 3/19/2025 Room 156-A)
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IL bill #SB1932 • Last Action 03/19/2025
FRAUD-EMERGENCY PRICE GOUGING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to prevent price gouging during declared disasters. Specifically, for 45 days after a federal or state disaster declaration, the bill prohibits selling essential goods and services at "unconscionably high" prices in the designated disaster area. These goods include emergency supplies, medical supplies, food items, building materials, housing, transportation services, fuel, and repair services. The bill defines an unconscionably high price as a significant price increase that is not directly attributable to legitimate cost increases from suppliers or additional labor/material expenses. To enforce this, the Attorney General can request detailed cost information from businesses suspected of price gouging, with the submitted information kept confidential unless legal action is necessary. Businesses can defend against price gouging allegations by demonstrating that their price increases are due to genuine additional costs. The bill aims to protect consumers from exploitative pricing during vulnerable periods following natural disasters or other emergency situations, ensuring that critical goods and services remain affordable when people are most in need.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Provides that it is an unlawful practice, for a period of 45 days after a disaster is declared by the President of the United States or the Governor, for any person to sell or offer to sell to a consumer in the designated disaster area any consumer food items or goods, goods or services used for emergency cleanup or response, emergency supplies, medical supplies, home heating oil, building materials, housing, lodging, transportation, freight, or storage services, fuel, gasoline, or other motor fuels, repair or reconstruction services, or any other necessity for an unconscionably high price. Sets forth provisions concerning the determination of unconscionably high prices and enforcement of the provision by the Attorney General. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt specified information.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Committee Hearing (15:30:00 3/19/2025 Room 400)
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IL bill #HB3080 • Last Action 03/19/2025
INTERNET GAMING ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Internet Gaming Act, which establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for online gambling in Illinois. The legislation authorizes Internet gaming operators to offer online games through licensed platforms, with each Internet gaming licensee permitted to have up to three individually branded gaming "skins" or platforms. The bill requires robust age and location verification mechanisms to ensure that only individuals 21 and older within Illinois or approved jurisdictions can participate. A 25% privilege tax will be imposed on Internet gaming revenue, which will be deposited into the State Gaming Fund. The Illinois Gaming Board will oversee licensing, with different types of licenses available for Internet gaming operators, management service providers, suppliers, and occupational roles. The bill includes strong responsible gaming provisions, such as self-exclusion options, mandatory problem gambling help information, and player spending limits. Internet gaming platforms must implement strict data security standards, protect user privacy, and maintain comprehensive records. The legislation also emphasizes diversity in procurement, requiring annual reports on spending with businesses owned by women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Notably, the bill prevents local governments from imposing additional taxes on Internet gaming and reserves regulatory control exclusively for the state, effectively preventing home rule municipalities from creating their own regulations.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Internet Gaming Act. Authorizes an Internet gaming operator to offer Internet gaming in accordance with the provisions of the Act. Provides that Internet gaming shall only be offered by an Internet gaming license or an Internet management services provider that has contracted with an Internet gaming licensee. Provides that an Internet gaming licensee shall offer no more than 3 individually branded Internet gaming skins. Provides that an Internet management services provider may conduct Internet gaming on its own Internet gaming platform pursuant to the agreement between the provider and an Internet gaming licensee and in accordance with the rules of the Board and the provisions of the Act. Includes provisions for: requirements of an Internet gaming platform; Internet waging accounts; license requirements; age verification, location, and responsible gaming; diversity goals in procurement and spending by Internet gaming licensees; acceptance of out-of-state wagers; and limitations on home rule units. Provides that a 25% privilege tax is imposed on Internet gaming to be deposited into the State Gaming Fund. Authorizes the adoption of emergency rules to implement the Act and makes conforming changes in the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Edgar González (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Gaming Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/19/2025 Room 413 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB1833 • Last Action 03/19/2025
METROPOLITAN MOBILITY AUTH ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority, a new regional transportation agency that consolidates the existing Chicago Transit Authority, Regional Transportation Authority, Suburban Bus Division, and Commuter Rail Division into a single integrated transit system. The key provisions include: 1. Governance: The Authority will be governed by a 15-member Board of Directors, with 10 voting members and 5 non-voting members, appointed by the Governor, Mayor of Chicago, Cook County Board President, and county board chairs of DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties. Board members must have diverse expertise in transportation, management, and community development. 2. Responsibilities: The Authority will be responsible for: - Providing and coordinating public transportation services - Developing strategic plans and service standards - Managing capital improvements - Implementing fare policies, including income-based reduced fares and fare capping - Promoting transit-supportive development - Improving transit safety and accessibility 3. Funding: The Authority can levy various taxes, including retailers' occupation taxes, service occupation taxes, and motor vehicle parking taxes. It will also receive state and federal funding. 4. Equity and Access: The bill emphasizes improving transportation equity, particularly for low-income communities, people with disabilities, and underserved areas. It creates an Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development to support affordable housing and economic development near transit. 5. Transition: The bill establishes a Transition Committee to manage the consolidation of existing transit agencies, with specific timelines for implementation over four years. The overall goal is to create a more integrated, efficient, and equitable regional transportation system that better serves the metropolitan Chicago area.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act. Establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Provides that the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority are consolidated into the Metropolitan Mobility Authority and the Service Boards are abolished. Creates the Suburban Bus Operating Division, Commuter Rail Operating Division, and the Chicago Transit Operating Division. Reinserts, reorganizes, and changes some provisions from the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act into the new Act. Includes provisions concerning the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Repeals the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. Provides that the Office and the Fund are to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit by providing specified funding to municipalities that have adopted the standards in the transit support overlay district for that area or that have adopted zoning and other changes that the Office determines have benefits greater than or equal to such a District, including transit support overlay districts. Includes provisions relating to Office standards, procedures, and reports. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code. Requires the Department to establish, staff, and support an Office of Public Transportation Support for the purpose of optimizing the operation of public transportation vehicles and the delivery of public transportation services on highways under the Department's jurisdiction in the Metropolitan Mobility Authority's metropolitan region. Describes the duties and operations of the Office. Amends the Toll Highway Act. Provides that the Chair of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority is a nonvoting member of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Eva-Dina Delgado (D)*, Kam Buckner (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Laura Faver Dias (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Joyce Mason (D), Justin Slaughter (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Tracy Katz Muhl (D), Theresa Mah (D), Ann Williams (D), Nicolle Grasse (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Transportation: Regulation, Roads & Bridges Hearing (16:00:00 3/19/2025 114 and Virtual Room 1)
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FL bill #S7006 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Public Records and Meetings/NG911 Systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Florida's public records and meetings laws to expand existing exemptions for emergency communication systems by including Next Generation 911 (NG911) systems. Specifically, the bill modifies two existing statutes to protect sensitive information about 911, E911, and now NG911 communication infrastructure, such as building plans, blueprints, schematic drawings, and geographical maps showing the locations of towers, antennas, and related facilities. The bill extends the current public records and public meetings exemptions to cover NG911 systems, which represent a more modern, internet-protocol-based emergency communication technology. The exemptions allow such documents to be kept confidential to prevent potential security threats, with narrow exceptions for sharing information with other government entities or licensed professionals who need the information to perform their work. The bill also extends the future legislative review and repeal date from October 2, 2025, to October 2, 2030, ensuring continued protection of this sensitive infrastructure information. The legislative findings emphasize that protecting these details is crucial to prevent potential criminal or terrorist actions that could disrupt critical emergency communication infrastructure and potentially increase risks to public safety.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public records requirements for certain components of 911, E911, and public safety radio communication systems to include NG911 systems; extending the date for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; amending s. 286.0113, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings that would reveal certain components of 911, E911, and public safety radio communication systems to include NG911 systems; extending the date for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Senate Rules Hearing (11:30:00 3/19/2025 412 Knott Building)
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OR bill #SB1111 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Relating to cannabis.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill aims to replace the term "marijuana" with "cannabis" throughout Oregon state law. The comprehensive legislation systematically changes references to "marijuana" to "cannabis" across numerous statutes, including legal, medical, regulatory, and administrative codes. Key provisions include changing the names of various funds and programs, such as the "Marijuana Control and Regulation Fund" becoming the "Cannabis Control and Regulation Fund" and the "Illegal Marijuana Market Enforcement Grant Program" becoming the "Illegal Cannabis Market Enforcement Grant Program." The bill does not substantively change existing laws regarding cannabis production, medical use, or regulation, but instead represents a terminology update intended to use a more neutral and scientifically accurate term. The changes apply to various contexts, including medical use, licensing, criminal justice, taxation, and regulatory frameworks. By consistently replacing "marijuana" with "cannabis," the bill seeks to modernize legal language and remove potentially stigmatizing terminology while maintaining the existing legal structures surrounding cannabis in Oregon.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act changes the word “marijuana” to “cannabis” in all of state law and rule. (Flesch Readability Score: 75.1). Changes the term “marijuana” to “cannabis” in Oregon law. Directs state agencies that refer to “marijuana” in agency rules to amend “marijuana” to “cannabis.”
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Lew Frederick (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing Scheduled.
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FL bill #S7004 • Last Action 03/19/2025
OGSR/Applicants or Participants in Certain Federal, State, or Local Housing Assistance Programs
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statute 119.071 to permanently protect certain confidential personal information related to housing assistance programs from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill maintains an existing exemption that keeps medical history records, health or property insurance information, property photographs, and personal identifying information of applicants or participants in federal, state, or local housing assistance programs confidential. The bill removes the previous provision that would have automatically repealed this exemption on October 2, 2025, effectively making the confidentiality protections permanent. Governmental entities and their agents can still access these records for auditing purposes, and the information can be used in administrative or judicial proceedings while maintaining its confidential status. The context of this bill appears to be part of an Open Government Sunset Review Act process, which periodically reviews exemptions to public records requirements to determine whether they should continue. By removing the scheduled repeal, the legislature is signaling that these privacy protections for housing assistance program participants remain important and necessary.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 119.071, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for property photographs and personal identifying information of applicants for or participants in certain federal, state, or local housing assistance programs; deleting the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate Rules Hearing (11:30:00 3/19/2025 412 Knott Building)
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CA bill #AB538 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Public works: payroll records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 1776 of the Labor Code to strengthen requirements for payroll record transparency and accessibility in public works projects. Currently, contractors and subcontractors must maintain detailed payroll records showing employee information and wages, and these records can be requested by the public. The bill adds new provisions that require awarding bodies (the government entities overseeing public works projects) to obtain certified payroll records from contractors if they do not already possess them when responding to a public records request. If a contractor fails to provide these records within 10 days of a written request, the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) can impose penalties. Specifically, the contractor may be subject to a $100 per day penalty for each worker until the records are provided. The bill also maintains existing protections for employee privacy by requiring that personal identifying information like social security numbers be redacted from public records. By imposing these additional requirements and potential penalties, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in public works projects and ensure proper wage reporting and compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1776 of the Labor Code, relating to public works.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Marc Berman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Labor And Employment Hearing (13:30:00 3/19/2025 State Capitol, Room 447)
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FL bill #S7000 • Last Action 03/19/2025
OGSR/Site-specific Location Information for Endangered and Threatened Species
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill permanently maintains an existing public records exemption for site-specific location information related to endangered and threatened species held by government agencies. The exemption protects detailed location data about wildlife species listed as endangered or threatened by state or federal agencies from being publicly disclosed, with the notable exception that location information for animals in captivity is not protected. Previously, this exemption was set to automatically expire on October 2, 2025, under the Open Government Sunset Review Act (a Florida law that requires periodic legislative review of public records exemptions), but this bill removes the scheduled repeal, effectively making the exemption permanent. The purpose of such an exemption is likely to prevent potential harm to vulnerable wildlife populations by protecting sensitive information about their specific habitats or breeding grounds from being widely disseminated. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, which aligns with the previous sunset date of the existing exemption.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 379.1026, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for site-specific location information for endangered and threatened species; removing the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Rules Hearing (11:30:00 3/19/2025 412 Knott Building)
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CT bill #HB07212 • Last Action 03/19/2025
An Act Concerning The Trust Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Connecticut state law to significantly limit how public agencies and law enforcement can interact with federal immigration authorities. The legislation expands existing restrictions by preventing law enforcement officers, school security personnel, and other public agency employees from sharing certain types of personal information with federal immigration authorities, such as an individual's address, workplace, school details, or hearing locations. The bill allows such information to be disclosed only under specific circumstances, such as when required by a judicial warrant, if the information is already publicly available, or if needed for a criminal investigation. Law enforcement agencies are prohibited from arresting or detaining individuals based solely on civil immigration detainers, with exceptions for individuals convicted of serious felonies or identified in terrorist screening databases. The bill also requires law enforcement agencies to provide copies of immigration detainers to affected individuals and mandates that municipalities and public agencies report data about any interactions with federal immigration authorities. The legislation aims to protect individuals from potential immigration enforcement actions and limit the cooperation between local agencies and federal immigration authorities. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and apply to various public agencies and law enforcement entities across Connecticut.
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Bill Summary: To limit the type of information disclosed to a federal immigration authority and to expand such limitation to all public agencies.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/19/2025 )
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SC bill #S0422 • Last Action 03/19/2025
State Board of Pyrotechnic Safety
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens South Carolina's regulatory framework for pyrotechnics and fireworks by updating various provisions related to licensing, safety, and oversight. The bill expands the State Board of Pyrotechnic Safety's jurisdiction and powers, modifying board composition to include seven members (with adjustments to representation from industry and public sectors) and enhancing its ability to investigate and discipline violations. Key changes include creating more comprehensive administrative penalty structures, allowing fines up to $2,500 per violation, establishing new definitions for fireworks and related terms, and introducing more stringent licensing requirements for manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and distributors of fireworks. The bill also clarifies reporting requirements for fires or explosions, expands the board's ability to conduct inspections and issue citations, and provides more detailed guidelines for storage, distribution, and sale of pyrotechnic articles. Notably, the legislation aims to promote public safety by ensuring that individuals and entities handling pyrotechnics demonstrate qualifications, adhere to safety standards, and face meaningful consequences for non-compliance, while also maintaining a balanced approach that does not unnecessarily restrict entry into the fireworks business.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 40-56-90 So As To Provide Remedies For Violations Of Provisions Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics; By Amending Section 40-56-1, Relating To Policies And Purposes Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics, So As To Restate Public Safety Goals Of Policies For The Manufacture, Storage, Purchase, Supply, And Sale Of Pyrotechnics; By Amending Section 40-56-10, Relating To The State Board Of Pyrotechnic Safety, So As To Revise Board Composition And Meeting Requirements; By Amending Section 40-56-20, Relating To Definitions Concerning The Regulation Of Pyrotechnics And Fireworks, So As To Revise The Definitions; By Amending Section 40-56-35, Relating To Licenses Required For The Manufacture, Sale, Or Storage Of Fireworks, So As To Revise The Requirements To Include Licenses And Permits Required For The Manufacturing, Selling, Dealing, Distributing, Or Storage Of Pyrotechnics And Fireworks, And To Revise Related Licensing And Permitting Requirements; By Amending Section 40-56-70, Relating To Duties Of The Board, So As To Revise The Duties To Include Certain Disciplinary Authority, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-80, Relating To Investigations Of Complaints Of Violations By The Board, So As To Provide Requirements For The Presentation Of Investigation Results And Subsequent Hearings, To Provide Certain Related Powers Necessary For The Interest Of Public Safety; By Amending Section 40-56-115, Relating To Jurisdiction Of The Board, So As To Provide The Board Has Jurisdiction Over Actions Of Entities Or Individuals, In Addition To Licensees And Former Licensees, Found To Violate The Provisions Of Chapter 56, Title 40; By Amending Section 40-56-120, Relating To Disciplinary Grounds And Procedures Concerning The Board, So As To Expand The Grounds For Discipline, To Provide For The Availability Of Private Reprimands, And To Provide Certain Final Orders With Findings Of Violations Are Subject To Public Disclosure Under The Freedom Of Information Act; By Amending Section 40-56-130, Relating To License Denial By The Board Based On The Actions That Constitute Grounds For Discipline, So As To Provide The Board May Refuse To Issue Licenses Or Permits In Such Situations; By Amending Section 40-56-140, Relating To License Denial By The Board Based On Findings Of A Prior Criminal Record, So As To Include The Denials Of Permits Upon Such A Finding; By Amending Section 40-56-150, Relating To Voluntary Surrender Of Licenses Issued By The Board, So As To Include The Voluntary Surrender Of Permits Issued By The Board; By Amending Section 40-56-200, Relating To Penalties For Violations Of Provisions Regulating Pyrotechnics By Licensees Of The Board, So As To Include Holders Of Permits Issued By The Board; By Amending Section 40-56-220, Relating To Facilities That Must Comply With Certain Regulations Of The Board, So As To Provide The Provisions Do Not Waive Certain Other Requirements, To Include Fireworks Distribution Facilities, And To Provide Authorized Agents Of The Board May Conduct Inspections Of These Facilities, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-230, Relating To Insurance Required For Retail Fireworks Sales Licenses, So As To Revise Requirements For Such Insurance Coverage; By Amending Section 40-56-240, Relating To Requirements Of Having A Wholesale License Issued By The Board To Store Display Fireworks, So As To Add Permitting Requirements For Storing Articles Of Pyrotechnics, To Provide Holders Of Pyrotechnic Operator Licenses Issued By The State Fire Marshal May Obtain A Display Magazine Permit From The Board For The Storage Of Display Fireworks At A Location Other Than The Display Site Without Obtaining A Wholesale License From The Board, To Provide Only Licensed Wholesalers May Distribute Fireworks For Displays, And To Revise Storage Requirements For Display Fireworks, Among Other Things; By Amending Section 40-56-250, Relating To Orders Of The Board To Remove Or Correct Hazardous Conditions, So As To Impose A Thirty-day Limit For Compliance, To Add Certain Penalties, And To Remove Remaining Penalties And Processes For Violations To Conform To The Addition Of Other Penalties And Processes; And By Amending Section 40-56-260, Relating To Reports Of Fires Or Explosions To The Board By Regulated Parties, So As To Remove Existing Provisions And Instead Provide That Licensees And Permittees Must Report In Writing Any Unauthorized Incident Of Explosion Or Fire Involving Fireworks To The Board Within Twenty-four Hours Of The Occurrence.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Russell Ott (D)*, Mike Gambrell (R), Ed Sutton (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate L.C.I. Professions and Occupations Subcommittee (10:00:00 3/19/2025 Gressette Room 307)
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CA bill #AB283 • Last Action 03/19/2025
In-Home Supportive Services Employer-Employee Relations Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for labor relations and collective bargaining for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) individual providers, who assist elderly, blind, or disabled individuals in their homes. Starting January 1, 2026, the state will become the employer of record for these providers, while recipients will retain the right to hire, fire, and supervise their workers. The bill creates the In-Home Supportive Services Employer-Employee Relations Act, which provides individual providers with the right to form and join employee organizations for collective bargaining purposes. Key provisions include merging existing county-level bargaining units into larger multicounty units, requiring recognized employee organizations to negotiate jointly for a single statewide memorandum of understanding, and establishing procedures for mediation and arbitration when negotiations reach an impasse. The bill also mandates that providers who were employed before January 1, 2026, will retain their employee status and not be required to requalify. Additionally, the legislation creates an advisory committee to provide ongoing recommendations about in-home supportive services and ensures that providers will receive information about their rights, benefits, and employment conditions during their initial orientation. The bill aims to standardize labor relations for IHSS providers across California, improve their working conditions, and provide a consistent framework for collective bargaining.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 3552, 3555.5, and 7926.300 of, and to add Title 26 (commencing with Section 110000) to, the Government Code, and to amend Sections 12301.24, 12301.6, and 12301.61 of, and to add Sections 12300.8 and 12300.9 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to in-home supportive services.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Matt Haney (D)*, Isaac Bryan (D)*, Tina McKinnor (D)*, Esmeralda Soria (D)*, David Alvarez (D), Jesse Arreguin (D), Jasmeet Bains (D), Steve Bennett (D), Robert Garcia (D), Josh Lowenthal (D), Mark González (D), Scott Wiener (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Public Employment And Retirement Hearing (09:00:00 3/19/2025 State Capitol, Room 444)
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NH bill #HB597 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Establishing a designated behavioral health access point within the enhanced 911 system.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a designated behavioral health access point within the enhanced 911 (E911) system to improve handling of non-emergency mental health and behavioral health crisis calls. The bill defines a new term, "designated behavioral health access point," as a centralized crisis operations center that serves as a statewide entry point for individuals experiencing non-emergent behavioral health crises, including mental health issues, suicidal thoughts, substance use disorders, and emotional crises. The legislation modifies existing definitions in the state's emergency communications law to allow 911 call centers to transfer non-emergency behavioral health calls to this specialized access point instead of dispatching emergency services. The bill also provides provisions for information sharing between the E911 system and the behavioral health access point, allowing for the transfer of relevant caller information while maintaining privacy protections. The new system aims to ensure that people experiencing mental health challenges can be connected to appropriate support services more efficiently and with less potential for unnecessary emergency intervention. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage, giving state agencies time to implement the new procedures.
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Bill Summary: This bill defines the designated behavioral health access point within the enhanced 911 system to enable the division of emergency services and communications to transfer 911 calls from individuals experiencing non-emergent behavioral health crises and mental health needs to appropriate service providers. The bill is a request of the department of safety, division of emergency services and communications.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Bill Boyd (R)*, Julie Miles (R), Peter Petrigno (D), Adam Presa (R), Jennifer Rhodes (R), Jonah Wheeler (D), Nancy Murphy (D), Kevin Avard (R), Regina Birdsell (R), Patrick Long (D), Tim McGough (R), Sue Prentiss (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Criminal Justice and Public Safety Executive Session (10:00:00 3/19/2025 Legislative Office Building 202-204)
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FL bill #S1652 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Public Records/Pleading, Request for Relief, or Other Document Stricken by a Court
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for certain information in documents that have been stricken (removed) by a court in non-criminal cases. Specifically, the exemption applies to information that a court finds is immaterial, impertinent, or untrue, and which could potentially defame or cause unwarranted damage to an individual's reputation or jeopardize their safety. The exemption is retroactive, meaning it applies to documents stricken before, on, or after the bill's effective date. The bill includes a sunset provision, which means the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reviews and reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that the potential harm to an individual's reputation or safety outweighs any public benefit from disclosing the stricken information. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1650), and it aims to protect individuals from potentially damaging or false information that has been officially removed from court documents.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0714, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for information in a pleading, a request for relief, or other document which has been stricken by the court in a noncriminal case if the court makes specific findings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Grall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Hearing (09:00:00 3/19/2025 110 Senate Building)
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IL bill #SB1551 • Last Action 03/19/2025
AGING-FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Adult Protective Services Act and the Freedom of Information Act to enhance protections for eligible adults against financial exploitation. The bill expands the definition of financial exploitation to include more specific scenarios, such as wrongful taking of an eligible adult's assets or using power of attorney, guardianship, or conservatorship to improperly obtain or convert an adult's property. It adds broker-dealers, investment advisors, and qualified individuals (such as agents or supervisory personnel) to the list of mandated reporters who must report suspected financial exploitation. The bill introduces new provisions allowing broker-dealers and investment advisors to delay disbursements from an eligible adult's financial accounts if they reasonably believe the transaction might result in financial exploitation. These professionals must notify the Department on Aging within two business days of delaying a disbursement and can extend the delay up to 25 business days with departmental approval. The bill also provides immunity from civil or administrative liability for broker-dealers, investment advisors, and qualified individuals who act in good faith when reporting or delaying suspicious financial transactions. Additionally, the bill ensures that records related to potential financial exploitation remain confidential and can be accessed by the Department or designated provider agencies during investigations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Adult Protective Services Act. Expands the list of mandated reporters under the Act to include a broker-dealer and any qualified individual who serves in a supervisory, compliance, or legal capacity for a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Permits a broker-dealer or investment advisor to delay a disbursement from an account of an eligible adult or an account on which an eligible adult is a beneficiary in cases of suspected financial exploitation. Sets forth certain actions a broker-dealer or investment advisor must take, including notifying the Department on Aging, of the requested disbursement and suspected financial exploitation. Contains provisions setting forth conditions upon which a delay of a disbursement shall expire; immunity for delaying disbursements; and financial records access. Makes conforming changes throughout the Act. Expands the definition of "financial exploitation" to include (1) the wrongful or unauthorized taking, withholding, appropriation, or use of money, assets, or property of an eligible adult; or (2) any act or omission taken by a person, including through the use of a power of attorney, guardianship, or conservatorship of an eligible adult, to: (A) obtain control over the eligible adult's money, assets, or property; or (B) convert money, assets, or property of the eligible adult to deprive such eligible adult of the ownership, use, benefit, or possession of his or her money, assets, or property.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Stadelman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Committee Hearing (15:30:00 3/19/2025 Room 400)
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AZ bill #SB1123 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Watermark; paper ballots
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires ballot paper vendors to meet stringent certification and security standards to help prevent election fraud. Specifically, the bill mandates that any vendor providing ballot paper must have at least one of three international certifications (ISO 27001, ISO 17025, or ISO 9001:2015) and must incorporate at least three advanced anti-fraud measures into ballot paper. These measures include sophisticated security features like watermarked security paper, holographic foils, custom complex background designs, variable digital infill, specialized inks (such as thermochromic or photochromic), stealth numbering in ultraviolet or infrared inks, micro-ultraviolet designs, forensic fraud detection technologies, and unique barcodes or QR codes that allow individual voters to track their ballot's processing. By repealing the existing section 16-504 and replacing it with these new requirements, the bill aims to enhance the security and traceability of election ballots in Arizona by implementing multiple layers of technological and physical fraud prevention methods.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Repealing section 16-504, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 16, chapter 4, article 6, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding a new section 16-504; relating to election ballots.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 8 : Mark Finchem (R)*, Hildy Angius (R), Timothy Dunn (R), John Kavanagh (R), Vince Leach (R), Kevin Payne (R), Wendy Rogers (R), Janae Shamp (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House Federalism, Military Affairs & Elections (14:00:00 3/19/2025 HHR 4)
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FL bill #S1292 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Public Records/E-mail Addresses/DHSMV
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to expand an existing exemption for e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Currently, the exemption only applied to e-mail addresses collected for specific purposes like renewal notices. The bill broadens this exemption to cover e-mail addresses collected for any method of notification, including those related to vessel registrations. The bill provides a detailed rationale for this exemption, highlighting that e-mail addresses can be used for identity theft, scams, and unwanted solicitations when combined with personal identifying information. The exemption will be retroactive and subject to future legislative review, with a scheduled repeal date of October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reenacts it. The bill emphasizes that protecting customers from potential risks associated with public disclosure of their e-mail addresses outweighs the state's typical open government principles. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1290) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0712, F.S.; expanding an exemption from public records requirements for e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for providing renewal notices to include e-mail addresses collected for use as a method of notification generally and not only for the purpose of providing renewal notices; expanding the exemption to include e-mail addresses collected for use as a method of notification related to vessel registrations; providing retroactive applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Senate Transportation Hearing (09:00:00 3/19/2025 37 Senate Building)
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AL bill #HB403 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Crimes and offenses, establishment, development, management, and maintenance of Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database provided for
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database (Database) managed by the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), which will serve as a statewide inter-jurisdictional criminal intelligence system. The bill comprehensively defines key terms related to criminal enterprises, including what constitutes a criminal enterprise member (which can include factors like admitting membership, wearing specific clothing or tattoos, associating with known members, or being identified by informants). The Database will allow criminal justice agencies to submit and access information about individuals suspected of criminal conduct, with strict rules governing its use: information must be relevant to suspected criminal activity, deemed confidential, and cannot be used as evidence in legal proceedings except under specific circumstances. The database must comply with federal Department of Justice criminal intelligence system policies, and the ALEA Secretary is authorized to establish rules for submission, use, and potential penalties for rule violations. Importantly, access to the Database will be limited to legitimate law enforcement purposes, compliance with constitutional rights, and database maintenance, with provisions designed to protect individual privacy while enabling law enforcement intelligence gathering. The act is set to become effective on June 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Crimes and offenses, establishment, development, management, and maintenance of Alabama Criminal Enterprise Database provided for
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Russell Bedsole (R)*, Phillip Pettus (R), Allen Treadaway (R), Shane Stringer (R), Matt Woods (R), Bryan Brinyark (R), Jerry Starnes (R), Ron Bolton (R), Ginny Shaver (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: House Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing (09:00:00 3/19/2025 Room 206)
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WA bill #SB5143 • Last Action 03/19/2025
Concerning the ethics in public service act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Washington State's ethics in public service act, making several key changes to definitions, rules, and standards governing state employees' and officials' conduct. The bill modifies definitions related to gifts, appearances, and official conduct, raising the threshold for reportable gifts from $50 to $100, expanding the list of excluded gift types, and clarifying what constitutes legislative activities. It introduces new provisions defining terms like "civic organization" and "community organization" and establishes more precise guidelines for what state officers and employees can and cannot do regarding gifts, compensation, and use of state resources. The legislation also updates reporting requirements for lobbyists and state officials, removes certain existing statutory provisions, and includes technical corrections across multiple sections of state law. Notably, the bill adds a new section specifically addressing legislative nexus, which defines activities that are considered part of a legislator's or legislative employee's official duties. The changes aim to provide clearer ethical standards, improve transparency, and prevent potential conflicts of interest in state government.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the ethics in public service act; amending RCW 2 42.52.010, 42.52.030, 42.52.070, 42.52.080, 42.52.090, 42.52.110, 3 42.52.120, 42.52.150, 42.52.150, 42.52.160, 42.52.180, 42.52.180, 4 42.52.220, 42.52.320, 42.52.480, 42.52.490, 42.52.805, 42.52.810, 5 42.17A.005, 29B.10.270, 42.17A.615, 29B.50.050, 42.17A.620, 6 29B.50.060, 42.17A.710, and 29B.55.030; reenacting and amending RCW 7 42.52.010; adding a new section to chapter 42.52 RCW; repealing RCW 8 42.52.140, 42.52.340, and 42.52.801; providing an effective date; and 9 providing an expiration date. 10
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Chris Gildon (R)*, Jamie Pedersen (D), T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations at 1:30 PM
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MI bill #HB4236 • Last Action 03/18/2025
State management: purchasing; procedures to limit foreign influence in state contracting; establish.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Michigan's management and budget act to establish procedures to limit foreign influence in state contracting. The bill introduces new definitions related to foreign entities, specifically defining "controlled entity" as an organization owned, controlled, or based in certain countries of concern, including China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria. The legislation requires state contractors to provide affidavits confirming they are not controlled entities when bidding on contracts that involve access to personal identifying information. Beginning July 1, 2025, the state cannot extend or renew contracts with controlled entities. The bill also prohibits state agencies from using information technology, equipment, or services from companies connected to these foreign countries, particularly those that pose national security risks. Contractors who violate these provisions may face significant penalties, including civil fines up to twice the contract amount and potential ineligibility to bid on state contracts for up to five years. The Department of Technology, Management, and Budget is tasked with creating directives to implement these restrictions, including maintaining a list of technologies and services considered risky due to their connection with foreign countries of concern.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled"The management and budget act,"by amending sections 113, 114, 241, 241c, and 261 (MCL 18.1113, 18.1114, 18.1241, 18.1241c, and 18.1261), section 113 as amended by 2018 PA 389, section 114 as amended by 2001 PA 61, section 241 as amended by 2012 PA 430, section 241c as added by 2016 PA 527, and section 261 as amended by 2020 PA 174, and by adding section 272.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 15 : David Martin (R)*, Jay DeBoyer (R), Angela Rigas (R), Matt Maddock (R), Cam Cavitt (R), Jaime Greene (R), Tom Kunse (R), Greg Alexander (R), Timmy Beson (R), Jennifer Wortz (R), Nancy Jenkins-Arno (R), Rachelle Smit (R), Joseph Fox (R), Luke Meerman (R), Will Bruck (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/18/2025
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WA bill #SB5102 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Establishing a public records exemption for the proprietary information of public risk pools.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the state's public records law to add a new exemption for certain confidential information related to public risk pools. Specifically, the bill creates an exception to public disclosure requirements for formulas and data used by public risk pools to calculate rates for member contributions or assessments, as well as actuarial analyses and reports prepared by or for these pools. Public risk pools are organizations that allow multiple public entities (like cities, counties, or special districts) to band together to share insurance and risk management services. By keeping these financial calculation methods and reports confidential, the bill aims to protect sensitive financial information that could potentially compromise the pools' pricing strategies or competitive position if made publicly available. The amendment is added to the existing list of exemptions in the state's public records law, which already contains numerous exceptions for various types of proprietary, financial, and commercial information.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to establishing a public records exemption for 2 the proprietary information of public risk pools; and amending RCW 3 42.56.270. 4
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• Introduced: 12/23/2024
• Added: 12/24/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Hasegawa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 12/23/2024
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations at 1:30 PM
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CO bill #SB071 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Prohibit Restrictions on 340B Drugs
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to protect 340B contract pharmacies in Colorado by prohibiting pharmaceutical manufacturers from imposing restrictions on the acquisition and delivery of 340B drugs. The 340B drug pricing program, established by Congress in 1992, requires drug manufacturers to provide discounts on outpatient drugs to certain healthcare entities serving low-income patients. Under the bill, manufacturers, wholesalers, and other related entities are forbidden from denying, restricting, or discriminating against 340B covered entities (such as hospitals and federally qualified health centers) when they seek to acquire or receive 340B drugs. The bill also prevents manufacturers from requiring covered entities to submit health information or data unrelated to federal healthcare program claims. Violations of these provisions are considered unfair trade practices, subject to investigation by the attorney general and potential penalties. Additionally, the bill requires hospitals participating in the 340B program to annually publish on their websites the estimated financial benefits they receive from the program and how they use those savings. The legislation is motivated by the program's critical role in supporting Colorado's safety net healthcare infrastructure, with data showing that many participating hospitals and health centers operate under financially challenging conditions while serving vulnerable populations.
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Bill Summary: Under the federal 340B drug pricing program (340B program), a covered entity, including certain hospitals, programs, and federally qualified health centers (covered entity), that serves patients with low income receives discounted outpatient drugs (340B drugs) from manufacturers that participate in the federal medicaid and medicare programs. Unless the receipt of 340B drugs is prohibited by the federal department of health and human services, the bill prohibits a manufacturer, wholesaler, third-party logistics provider, or repackager in this state, or an agent, contractor, or affiliate of those entities, including an entity that collects or processes health information, from directly or indirectly denying, restricting, prohibiting, discriminating against, or otherwise limiting the acquisition of a 340B drug by, or delivery of a 340B drug to, a covered entity, a pharmacy contracted with a covered entity, or a location otherwise authorized by a covered entity to receive and dispense 340B drugs. The bill also prohibits a manufacturer from directly or indirectly requiring a covered entity, a pharmacy contracted with a covered entity, or any other location authorized to receive 340B drugs by a covered entity to submit any health information, claims or utilization data, or other specified data that does not relate to a claim submitted to certain federal health care programs, unless the data is voluntarily furnished or required to be furnished under federal law. A violation of the prohibitions in the bill is an unfair or deceptive trade practice under the "Colorado Consumer Protection Act" (act), and the violator is subject to the enforcement provisions and penalties contained in that act. The attorney general may investigate and enforce the provisions of the bill, as well as a business harmed by a violation of the provisions of the bill. In addition, a person regulated by the state board of pharmacy (pharmacy board) that violates the provisions of the bill may be subject to discipline by the pharmacy board against the person's license, certification, or registration, as well as other penalties. The bill requires a covered entity that is a hospital to annually post on its public-facing website information concerning the annual, estimated, aggregate financial benefit to the hospital covered entity resulting from its ability to acquire pharmaceuticals at a discount through the 340B program and a description of how the hospital covered entity uses savings from participation in the 340B program.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D)*, Janice Rich (R)*, Matt Martinez (D)*, Rick Taggart (R)*, Nick Hinrichsen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Senate Second Reading Calendar (13:30:00 3/18/2025 Senate Floor)
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OR bill #SB842 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Relating to health care facilities; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill significantly increases annual license fees for hospitals in Oregon, with the fees varying based on the number of beds and ranging from $6,250 for hospitals with fewer than 26 beds to $60,350 for hospitals with 500 or more beds, which represents a substantial increase from the previous fee structure. The bill also introduces a new provision allowing the Oregon Health Authority to assess a late fee of up to $1,250 for hospitals that fail to pay their renewal license fee on time. Additionally, the legislation makes information obtained during the intake or triage of complaints about health care facilities confidential and not subject to public disclosure, protecting the identities of complainants. The bill allows the Oregon Health Authority to accept certifications or accreditations from federal agencies or accrediting bodies for licensing purposes, provided the health care facility provides summary documentation within 30 days of receiving it. The bill repeals existing fees for compliance actions and is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, giving health care facilities time to prepare for the new fee structure and requirements.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Raises for hospitals the annual license fees to be paid to OHA. Repeals fees for compli- ance actions. Allows assessment of a late fee for a hospital that fails to pay a renewal license fee. (Flesch Readability Score: 65.9). Increases for hospitals the annual license fees to be obtained by the Oregon Health Authority. Repeals fees that the Oregon Health Authority may charge for investigation and compliance activ- ities. Allows the assessment of a late fee for a hospital that fails to pay a renewal license fee. Makes confidential and not subject to public disclosure information obtained by the Oregon Health Authority or the Department of Human Services during an intake or triage of a complaint or reported violation regarding the standard of care in a health care facility. Allows the Oregon Health Authority to accept a certification or accreditation from a federal agency or an accrediting body if a health care facility provides to the authority copies of summary documentation concerning the certification or accreditation. Takes effect on October 1, 2025.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing Scheduled.
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IL bill #HB2595 • Last Action 03/18/2025
BUSINESS TRUTH IN LENDING ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Small Business Financing Transparency Act, which establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for commercial financing providers in Illinois. The bill requires providers of commercial financing (such as sales-based financing, closed-end financing, open-end financing, and factoring transactions) to register with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and provide detailed, standardized disclosures to recipients. These disclosures must include key information like the total financing amount, finance charges, estimated annual percentage rate, total repayment amount, payment terms, and potential additional fees. Providers must register annually, pay a $2,500 fee, and submit extensive information about their financing offers. The bill also establishes a commercial financing database where providers must report detailed transaction information, with strict confidentiality provisions. Exemptions exist for certain types of financial institutions, transactions under specific dollar amounts, and providers making few financing transactions. The Department of Financial and Professional Regulation will have broad investigative and enforcement powers, including the ability to issue cease and desist orders, impose civil penalties, and revoke registrations for violations. The registration and disclosure requirements will begin no earlier than January 1, 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Small Business Financing Transparency Act. Sets forth provisions concerning registration requirements for persons providing commercial financing; additional registration information; registration expiration; functions, power, and duties; subpoena power of the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation; disclosure requirements; commercial financing disclosure forms approved for use in other states; violation of disclosure requirements; notification; suspension of registrations, civil penalties, and other discipline; investigation of complaints; confidentiality; appeal and review; registration fees; cease and desist orders; injunctions; exemptions; complaint disclosure; rules; violations; limitations on liability; beginning of registration; beginning of disclosure requirements; severability; and a commercial financing database. Amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Curtis Tarver (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Financial Institutions and Licensing Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/18/2025 Room 122B)
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VT bill #S0059 • Last Action 03/18/2025
An act relating to amendments to Vermont’s Open Meeting Law
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several amendments to Vermont's Open Meeting Law to clarify and modify existing regulations. Specifically, the bill excludes annual municipal meetings and representative town meetings from the definition of "public bodies" subject to open meeting requirements, which means these types of meetings will have more flexibility in their operations. The bill also introduces a new provision allowing public bodies to enter executive session (a closed meeting) to discuss interest rates for publicly financed loans, which was not previously permitted. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to how public bodies record and handle meetings, such as clarifying requirements for electronic platform access during hybrid meetings and recording meeting proceedings. For local public bodies, there is now an explicit provision that allows municipalities to be exempt from recording meeting requirements if compliance would impose an "undue hardship," which is defined as significant difficulty or expense considering factors like the entity's size, available personnel, resources, and compliance costs. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving local governments time to prepare for these changes to the Open Meeting Law.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to amend Vermont’s Open Meeting Law to state that annual municipal meetings and representative town meetings are not “public bodies” that are subject to the Open Meeting Law. This bill also proposes to provide that a public body may move to enter executive session to discuss the interest rates of publicly financed loans.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ruth Hardy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Favorable report with recommendation of amendment by Committee on Government Operations
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IL bill #HB3163 • Last Action 03/18/2025
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH-PRIVACY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Reproductive Health Act and the Freedom of Information Act to provide privacy protections for healthcare professionals who provide abortion-related care. The bill allows healthcare professionals to submit a written request to governmental agencies, businesses, or associations to prevent the disclosure of their personal information. If such a request is received, the recipient must refrain from publicly posting or displaying the healthcare professional's personal information online. The bill prohibits soliciting, selling, or trading personal information with the intent to post a threat to the healthcare professional or their immediate family. If a written request is violated, the healthcare professional can seek injunctive or declaratory relief in court. The bill makes it a Class 3 felony to knowingly post a healthcare professional's personal information online if it poses an imminent threat to their health and safety, and results in bodily injury or death. The legislation aims to protect abortion providers from potential harassment or violence by keeping their personal information private, and it broadly defines terms like "governmental agency," "home address," and "immediate family" to ensure comprehensive protection.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Reproductive Health Act. Provides that a health care professional who provides abortion-related care may submit to any governmental agency, person, business, or association a written request that the governmental agency, person, business, or association refrain from disclosing any personal information about the health care professional. Provides that if a governmental agency receives a written request from a health care professional, the governmental agency shall not publicly post or display publicly available content that includes any personal information of the health care professional. Exempts the personal information of the health care professional from the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that if a person, business, or association receives a written request from a health care professional, the person, business, or association shall refrain from publicly posting or displaying on the Internet publicly available content that includes the personal information of a health care professional. Provides that no person, business, or association shall solicit, sell, or trade any personal information of the health care professional with the intent to post an imminent or serious threat to the health and safety of the health care professional or the health care professional's immediate family. Allows a health care professional to bring an action against a governmental agency, person, business, or association, seeking injunctive or declaratory relief if a written request is violated. Provides that it is a Class 3 felony for any person to knowingly and publicly post on the Internet the personal information of a health care professional or the health care professional's immediate family if the person knows that publicly posting the personal information poses an imminent and serious threat to the health and safety of the health care professional or health care professional's immediate family, and the violation is a proximate cause of bodily injury or death of the health care professional or health care professional's immediate family member. Makes a conforming change in the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Jaime Andrade (D)*, Harry Benton (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Health Care Availability & Accessibility Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/18/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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KS bill #HB2217 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Expanding the scope of the inspector general to audit and investigate all state cash, food or health assistance programs and granting the inspector general the power to subpoena, administer oaths and execute search warrants thereto.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the scope and powers of the Kansas Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to audit and investigate all state cash, food, and health assistance programs. The bill broadens the definition of programs subject to oversight to include cash assistance (ongoing basic needs support), food assistance (USDA-administered food support), and health assistance (Medicaid and children's health insurance programs). The inspector general will now have expanded investigative powers, including the ability to issue subpoenas, administer oaths, execute search warrants, and conduct independent investigations into fraud, waste, abuse, and illegal acts related to these assistance programs. The bill also clarifies that the inspector general must be appointed by the attorney general, confirmed by the senate, and possess specific qualifications, including demonstrated knowledge in conducting audits and investigations. Additionally, the bill establishes restrictions on the hiring of former program managers as inspectors general and vice versa, ensures the office's independence, and mandates annual reporting of findings and recommendations to various state agencies and legislative committees. The overall goal is to increase accountability, integrity, and oversight of state assistance programs while providing a mechanism to identify and deter potential misconduct.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the attorney general; relating to the office of the inspector general and the powers, duties and responsibilities thereof; expanding the power of the inspector general to investigate and audit all state cash, food and health assistance programs; amending K.S.A. 75-7427 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing: Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 8:30 AM Room 142-S
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AZ bill #SB1233 • Last Action 03/18/2025
School safety; proposals; assessments; plans.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several key provisions to enhance school safety and emergency preparedness in Arizona schools. It requires school districts and charter schools to develop comprehensive emergency response plans and conduct periodic safety assessments, including providing local emergency services with current building blueprints and floor plans. The bill mandates that school resource officers, juvenile probation officers, and school safety officers receive specialized training on interacting with children with disabilities and on topics such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, civil rights, and adolescent mental health. The legislation expands the school safety program to support not only officer placement but also safety technology, training, and infrastructure improvements. Schools participating in the program must now contract with approved safety assessment providers every five years to conduct thorough safety evaluations, and the Department of Education will randomly select and conduct its own safety assessments of participating schools every three years. Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions of school resource officers and introduces a new category of "school safety officers" who work in an off-duty capacity, with the aim of providing more comprehensive safety support for educational institutions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending title 15, chapter 1, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-120.05; amending section 15-154, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 1, article 5, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-154.02; amending sections 15-155 and 15-183, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public schools.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Payne (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House Education (14:00:00 3/18/2025 HHR 1)
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IL bill #SB1195 • Last Action 03/18/2025
TRAUMA-INFORMED RESPONSE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the First Responder Trauma-Informed Response Training Act, also known as Anna's Law, which mandates comprehensive trauma-informed response training for first responders including law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, and public safety telecommunicators. The bill requires first responders to complete a mandatory pass or fail trauma-informed response training before being onboarded and then every 18 months thereafter. If a first responder fails to complete the required retraining within 18 months, they will be prohibited from performing trauma-related duties such as responding to emergency calls, taking victim statements, or conducting victim interviews. Additionally, first responders who are certified or licensed by the state may face decertification or license revocation if they do not complete the required training. The training, to be established by the Department of Public Health, aims to minimize retraumatization of victims and may utilize training programs from universities, colleges, or non-profit entities. The bill also makes conforming changes to the Illinois Police Training Act and the Emergency Medical Services Systems Act to support the implementation of this trauma-informed response training requirement.
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Bill Summary: Creates the First Responder Trauma-Informed Response Training Act, which may be referred to as Anna's Law. Provides that, prior to the onboarding processes of a first responder, the individual must complete mandatory pass or fail trauma-informed response training, as established by the Department of Public Health. Provides that a first responder must also complete the pass or fail trauma-informed response training every 18 months after beginning work as a first responder. Provides that, if more than 18 months have elapsed after beginning work as a first responder and the first responder has not completed the retraining, the first responder may not perform trauma-related duties, such as responding to emergency calls, taking statements from victims, or interviewing victims. Provides that, if a first responder who is certified or licensed by the State or a subdivision of the State has not completed the required trauma-informed response retraining, the first responder may be decertified by the certifying entity or the first responder's license may be revoked by the licensing entity if retraining is not completed. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Defines terms. Makes conforming changes in the Illinois Police Training Act and the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Act, including requiring the Department of Public Health to adopt rules to implement the trauma-informed response training and providing that the rules may allow or require the use of a training program from a university, college, or not-for-profit entity.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Mary Edly-Allen (D)*, Javier Cervantes (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Laura Ellman (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Robert Peters (D), Karina Villa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Criminal Law Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/18/2025 Room 409)
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IL bill #SB1390 • Last Action 03/18/2025
DHFS-MCO-PBM-CONTRACTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to establish new requirements for managed care organizations (MCOs) and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in the state's Medicaid program. The bill mandates that the Department of Healthcare and Family Services cannot contract with an MCO that uses a PBM failing to meet specific criteria: First, the PBM must use a pharmacy reimbursement methodology that calculates payment as the lowest of three methods involving drug acquisition costs and professional dispensing fees. Second, the PBM must reimburse pharmacy claims at rates no lower than the original point-of-sale rate. Third, the PBM must adopt a transparent pricing model that discloses administrative fees to the department. Fourth, the PBM cannot create new pharmacy administration fees or increase existing fees beyond the inflation rate. Fifth, the PBM cannot terminate a pharmacy's contract solely because of the additional professional dispensing fee. Additionally, the bill requires PBMs to submit detailed annual reports to the department by January 15, 2027, including prescription volumes, drug costs, rebates, administrative fees, and other financial information. The department must then forward this information to the General Assembly and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget, with the data designated as confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The goal of these provisions is to increase transparency and potentially reduce costs in the Medicaid pharmacy services system.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that the Department of Healthcare and Family Services shall not enter into a contract with a managed care organization that relies on a pharmacy benefit manager that does not do the following: (i) utilize a pharmacy reimbursement methodology of the lesser of national average drug acquisition cost plus a professional dispensing fee as determined by the Department, the wholesale acquisition cost plus a professional dispensing fee as determined by the Department, or the usual and customary charge by the pharmacy; (ii) reimburse for a legally valid claim at a rate not less than the rate in effect at the time the original claim adjudication was submitted at the point of sale; (iii) agree to move to a transparent pass-through pricing model, in which the pharmacy benefit manager discloses the administrative fee as a percentage of the professional dispensing costs to the Department; (iv) agree to not create new pharmacy administration fees and to not increase current fees more than the rate of inflation; and (v) agree to not terminate an existing contract with a pharmacy licensed under the Pharmacy Practice Act for the sole reason of the additional professional dispensing fee authorized under item (i). Requires each pharmacy benefit manager that receives reimbursement for medical services, either directly or through a Medicaid managed care health plan, to submit by January 15, 2027, and each January 15 thereafter, certain data and information to the Department for the previous fiscal year, including: (1) the total number of prescriptions that were dispensed; (2) the aggregate wholesale acquisition cost for each drug on its formulary; (3) the aggregate amount of rebates, discounts, and price concessions that the pharmacy benefit manager received for each drug on its formulary; (4) the aggregate amount of administrative fees that the pharmacy benefit manager received from all pharmaceutical manufacturers; and (5) any other information considered necessary by the Department. Requires the Department to submit such data and information to the General Assembly and to the Governor's Office of Management and Budget. Provides that such information is confidential and not subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Dave Koehler (D)*, Steve McClure (R), Meg Loughran Cappel (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Insurance Committee Hearing (17:00:00 3/18/2025 Room 400)
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NV bill #AB152 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Revises provisions relating to public records. (BDR 19-209)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises provisions related to public records by creating an exemption for governmental entities when responding to requests for copies of public books or records that they are authorized to dispose of under approved retention schedules. Specifically, for state governmental entities, if a record can be disposed of according to a retention schedule approved by the Committee to Approve Schedules for the Retention and Disposition of Official State Records, the entity is not required to provide a copy of that record. Similarly, for local governmental entities, if a record can be disposed of under a retention schedule approved by the local governing body, they are also exempt from providing a copy. This change modifies existing law that previously required all public books and records to be open for inspection and copying during office hours. The bill aims to provide governmental entities more flexibility in managing their records while maintaining transparency, by allowing them to withhold copies of records that are already approved for potential destruction through established retention schedules.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to governmental administration; providing that a governmental entity is exempt from providing a copy of a public book or record if the governmental entity is authorized to dispose of the public book or record pursuant to a schedule of retention; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Ken Gray (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/01/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Government Affairs Hearing (08:00:00 3/18/2025 Room 4100)
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FL bill #S0538 • Last Action 03/18/2025
State Courts System
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to the Florida state courts system and related statutes. First, it requires at least one circuit judge in each circuit to be available for hearings with limited notice, expanding on previous language about judges being available in chambers. Second, the bill removes the previous $1,500 per diem cap for arbitrators participating in court-ordered, nonbinding arbitration, giving more flexibility in compensation. Third, the bill authorizes judges to authenticate a jurat (a certificate of proof or acknowledgment) by affixing their signature and printing their name, title, and court. Additionally, the bill reenacts several related sections of Florida statutes to incorporate the changes made to section 92.50, which deals with oaths, affidavits, and acknowledgments. These reenactments touch on areas such as electronic access to official records, verification of documents, spouse and dependent eligibility verification, and affidavits from emergency service workers. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to streamline and clarify various judicial and administrative procedures in the Florida court system.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the state courts system; amending s. 26.20, F.S.; revising the availability of judges to require at least one circuit judge in each circuit to be available for hearings with limited notice; amending s. 44.103, F.S.; deleting the per diem cap for arbitrators who participate in court-ordered, nonbinding arbitration; amending s. 92.50, F.S.; authorizing judges to authenticate a jurat, or certificate of proof or acknowledgment, by affixing their signature and printing their name, title, and court; reenacting ss. 28.2221(6)(b), 92.525(1), 110.12301(2)(a) and (d), and 112.181(2), F.S., relating to electronic access to official records restricted from public display, inspection, or copying; verification of documents; spouse and dependent eligibility verification by affidavit; and affidavits from firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, law enforcement officers, and correctional officers to be entitled to a certain presumption, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 92.50, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jennifer Bradley (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Hearing (13:00:00 3/18/2025 37 Senate Building)
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FL bill #H0651 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill encompasses a wide range of changes to various Florida statutes, primarily focusing on the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill proposes numerous modifications across multiple areas of Florida law. Some key provisions include creating new programs and registries, such as the Honest Services Registry for charitable organizations and the Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program. The bill adds restrictions on drone usage over agricultural lands and private properties, prohibits soliciting or accepting contributions from certain foreign sources, and establishes new labeling requirements for plant-based products marketed as milk or meat. The legislation also makes significant changes to agricultural regulations, including expanding protections for agricultural lands, creating an emergency recovery loan program for agriculture and silviculture producers, and providing more flexibility for electric utilities with agricultural land holdings. Additionally, the bill modifies regulations around pest control certifications, food permits, and electric vehicle charging stations. Other notable provisions include creating new criminal offenses related to mail theft and mushroom spore transportation, establishing protections for agricultural producers against financial discrimination based on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, and providing support for Future Farmers of America programming. The bill touches on a wide array of topics, from agricultural practices and consumer protection to financial services and educational facilities, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to updating various aspects of Florida's regulatory framework. The changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for implementation and adaptation by affected entities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; providing that certain positions in the department are exempt from the Career Service system; amending s. 186.801, F.S.; requiring an electric utility to submit a 10-year site plan for a proposed power plant on certain lands to the county commission where such proposed power plant is located; requiring a county commission receiving such site plans to fulfill certain requirements; amending s. 193.461, F.S.; revising requirements for land to be classified as agricultural; amending s. 201.25, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 330.41, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting a person from knowingly or willfully performing certain actions on lands classified as agricultural; providing criminal penalties; providing applicability; prohibiting a person from knowingly or willfully performing certain actions on private property, state wildlife management lands, or a sport shooting and training range; providing criminal penalties; providing applicability; creating s. 366.20, F.S.; requiring that certain lands acquired by an electric utility be offered for sale for less than fee simple hb651-00 acquisition of development rights by the state; requiring that certain lands owned by an electric utility be offered for sale for less than fee simple acquisition of development rights by this state before certain circumstances; providing retroactive applicability; amending s. 366.94, F.S.; defining the term "electric vehicle charging station"; authorizing the department to adopt rules; requiring local governmental entities to issue permits for electric vehicle charging stations based on specified standards and provisions of law; requiring an electric vehicle charger to register with the department before being placed into service for use by the public; providing the department with certain authority relating to electric vehicle charging stations; providing a penalty; authorizing the department to issue an immediate final order to an electric vehicle charging station under certain circumstances; providing that the department may bring an action to enjoin a violation of specified provisions or rules; requiring the court to issue a temporary or permanent injunction under certain circumstances; amending s. 388.011, F.S.; revising the definition of "board of commissioners"; defining the term "program"; amending s. 388.021, F.S.; making a technical change; amending hb651-00 s. 388.181, F.S.; authorizing programs to perform specified actions; amending s. 388.201, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; requiring that the tentative work plan budget covering the proposed operations and requirements for arthropod control measures show the estimated amount to be raised by county, municipality, or district taxes; requiring that county commissioners' or a similar governing body's mosquito control budget be made and adopted pursuant to specified provisions and requiring that summary figures be incorporated into the county budgets as prescribed by the department; amending s. 388.241, F.S.; providing that certain rights, powers, and duties be vested in the board of county commissioners or similar governing body of a county, city, or town; amending s. 388.261, F.S.; increasing the amount of state funds, supplies, services, or equipment for a certain number of years for any new program for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods which serves an area not previously served by a county, municipality, or district; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.271, F.S.; requiring each program participating in arthropod control activities to file a tentative integrated arthropod management plan with the hb651-00 department by a specified date; conforming provisions with changes made by the act; amending s. 388.281, F.S.; requiring that all funds, supplies, and services released to programs be used in accordance with the integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget; requiring that such integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget be approved by both the board of county commissioners and appropriate representative; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.291, F.S.; providing that a program may perform certain source reduction measures in any area providing that the department has approved the operating or construction plan as outlined in the integrated arthropod management plan; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.301, F.S.; revising the schedule by which state funds for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods may be paid; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.311, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.321, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.322, F.S.; requiring the department to maintain a record and inventory of certain property purchased with state funds for arthropod control use; conforming provisions hb651-00 to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.323, F.S.; providing that certain equipment no longer needed by a program be first offered for sale to other programs engaged in arthropod control at a specified price; requiring that all proceeds from the sale of certain property owned by a program and purchased using state funds be deposited in the program's state fund account; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.341, F.S.; requiring a program receiving state aid to submit a monthly report of all expenditures from all funds for arthropod control by a specified timeframe as may be required by the department; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.351, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.361, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.3711, F.S.; revising the department's enforcement powers; amending s. 388.381, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.391, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.401, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.46, F.S.; revising the composition of the Florida Coordinating Council on Mosquito Control; amending s. 403.067, F.S.; providing an exception for hb651-00 which agricultural producers the department must perform onsite inspections for; authorizing the department to adopt rules establishing an enrollment in best management practices by rule process; authorizing the department to identify best management practices for specified landowners; requiring the department to annually perform onsite inspections of a certain percentage of all enrollments that meet specified qualifications within a specified area; providing requirements for such inspections; requiring agricultural producersby rule in a best management practice to annually submit nutrient records to the department; requiring the department to collect and retain such records; amending s. 403.852, F.S.; defining the term, "water quality additive"; amending s. 403.859, F.S.; providing that the use of certain additives in a water system which do not meet the definition of water quality additive or certain other additives is prohibited and violates specified provisions; amending s. 482.111, F.S.; revising requirements for the renewal of a pest control operator's certificate; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.141, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing for the hb651-00 examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking pest control operator certification; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.155, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in- person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking limited certification for a governmental pesticide applicator or a private applicator; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.156, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in- person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking a limited certification for commercial landscape maintenance; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.157, F.S.; revising requirements for issuance of a limited certification for commercial wildlife management personnel; authorizing a third-party vendor hb651-00 to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make an examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.161, F.S.; authorizing the department to take specified disciplinary action upon the issuance of a final order imposing civil penalties or a criminal conviction pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 487.044, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing through a third-party vendor for the examination of an individual seeking a limited certification for pesticide application; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 487.175, F.S.; providing that the department may suspend, revoke, or deny licensure of a pesticide applicator upon issuance of a final order to a licensee which imposes civil penalties or a criminal conviction under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 496.404, F.S.; defining the terms "foreign country of concern" and "foreign source of concern"; amending s. 496.405, F.S.; revising which documents a charitable organization or sponsor must file before engaging in specified activities; requiring that any changes to hb651-00 such documents be reported to the department on a specified form in a specified timeframe; revising the requirements of the charitable organization's initial registration statement; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of the charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.415, F.S.; prohibiting specified persons from soliciting or accepting anything of value from a foreign source of concern; amending s. 496.417, F.S.; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of a charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.419, F.S.; prohibiting a charitable organization or sponsor from registering as a charitable organization for a specified timeframe if the charitable organization or sponsor submits a false attestation; prohibiting specified persons from serving in any capacity in the charitable organization for a specified timeframe if such person was serving in such charitable organization at the time the charitable organization submitted a false attestation; creating s. 496.431, F.S.; requiring the department to create the Honest Service Registry to provide residents with information relating to charitable hb651-00 organizations; requiring a charitable organization included in the Honest Services Registry to submit an attestation statement to the department; requiring the department to publish the Honest Services Registry on the department's website; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 500.03, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "cottage food product"; amending s. 500.12, F.S.; providing that the department requires a food permit from any person or business that operates a food establishment; revising exceptions; revising the schedule for renewing certain food permits; authorizing the department to establish a single permit renewal date for certain food establishments; amending s. 500.166, F.S.; requiring certain persons engaged in interstate commerce to retain all records that show certain information for a specified timeframe; amending s. 500.172, F.S.; authorizing the department to facilitate the destruction of certain articles that violate specified provisions; prohibiting certain persons from certain actions without permission from, or in accord with a written agreement with, the department; creating s. 500.75, F.S.; providing that it is unlawful to import, sell, offer for sale, furnish, or give away certain spores or mycelium; providing a penalty for hb651-00 violations; creating s. 500.93, F.S.; defining terms; requiring the department to adopt rules to enforce the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA's) standard of identity for milk to prohibit the sale of plant-based product mislabeled as milk; providing a contingent effective date; requiring the department to adopt rules to enforce the FDA's standard of identity for meat, poultry, and poultry products to prohibit the sale of plant-based product mislabeled as meat; providing a contingent effective date; requiring the department to adopt rules; providing construction; repealing s. 501.135, F.S., relating to consumer unit pricing; amending s. 501.912, F.S.; revising the definition of "antifreeze"; creating s. 525.19, F.S.; requiring the department to create an annual petroleum registration program for petroleum owners or operators who own and operate vehicles for transporting petroleum; requiring the department to adopt rules for such registration which include specified information; requiring that the registration program be free for all registrants; authorizing the department to require registrants to provide certain information during a state of emergency; creating s. 526.147, F.S.; creating the Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program within the department; hb651-00 requiring the grant program to provide funds up to a certain amount to be used for installation and equipment costs related to installing or modernizing transfer switch infrastructure at retail fuel facilities; requiring the department to award funds based on specified criteria; requiring retail fuel facilities awarded grant funds to comply with specified provisions; requiring such facilities to install a transfer switch with specified capabilities; requiring retail fuel facilities to provide specified documentation before being awarded funding; prohibiting certain facilities from being awarded funding; requiring the department, in consultation with the Division of Emergency Management, to adopt rules; requiring that such rules include specified information; amending s. 531.48, F.S.; requiring that certain packages bear specified information on the outside of the package; amending s. 531.49, F.S.; revising requirements for the advertising of a packaged commodity; amending s. 570.07, F.S.; requiring the department to foster and encourage the employment and retention of qualified veterinary pathologists; providing that the department may reimburse the educational expenses of certain veterinary pathologists who enter into a certain hb651-00 agreement with the department; requiring the department to administer rules; requiring the department to extend certain opportunities to public school studentsin agricultural education to support Future Farmers of America programming; amending s. 570.544, F.S.; revising which provisions the director of the Division of Consumer Services must enforce; creating s. 570.546, F.S.; authorizing the department to create a process for the bulk renewal of licenses; authorizing the department to create a process that will allow licensees to align the expiration dates of licenses within a specified program; authorizing the department to change the expiration date for current licenses for a certain purpose; requiring the department to pro-rate the licensing fee for certain licenses; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 570.822, F.S.; defining the term "declared emergency"; revising the definition of the term "program"; providing that loan funds from the department may be used restock aquaculture; authorizing the department to renew a loan application under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to defer or waive loan payments under certain circumstances; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. hb651-00 570.823, F.S.; defining terms; establishing the silviculture emergency recovery program within the department to administer a grant program to assist certain timber landowners; requiring that such grants be used for certain purposes; requiring that only timber lands located on agricultural property are eligible for the program; requiring the department to coordinate with state agencies to provide financial assistance to timber landowners after a specified declared emergency; providing construction; authorizing the department to adopt rules to implement this section; providing construction; amending s. 581.1843, F.S.; deleting provisions that exclude certain citrus nurseries from certain requirements; deleting provisions relating to regulated areas around the perimeter of commercial citrus nurseries; repealing ss. 593.101, 593.103, 593.104, 593.105, 593.106, 593.107, 593.108, 593.109, 593.11, 593.111, 593.112, 593.113, 593.114, 593.1141, 593.1142, 593.115, 593.116, 593.117, F.S., relating to the Florida Boll Weevil Eradication Law; definitions; powers and duties of Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; the entry of premises to carry out boll weevil eradication activities and inspections; reports by persons growing cotton; quarantine areas hb651-00 and the regulation of articles within a boll weevil eradication zone; the regulation of collection, transportation, distribution, and movement of cotton; cooperative programs for persons engaged in growing, processing, marketing, or handling cotton; the department's authority to designate eradication zones, prohibit planting of cotton, and require participation in eradication program; regulation of the pasturage of livestock, entry by persons, and location of honeybee colonies in eradication zones and other areas; eligibility for certification of cotton growers' organization; the certification of cotton growers' organization; a referendum; an assessment; the department's authority to enter agreements with the Farm Service Agency; liens; mandamus or injunction; penalty for violation; and the handling of moneys received, respectively; amending s. 595.404, F.S.; revising the department's powers and duties regarding school nutrition programs; amending s. 599.002, F.S.; renaming the Viticulture Advisory Council as the Florida Wine Advisory Council; revising the membership of the Florida Wine Advisory council; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.003, F.S.; renaming the State Viticulture Plan as the State Wine Plan; conforming provisions to changes hb651-00 made by the act; amending s. 599.004, F.S.; making technical changes; providing that wineries that fail to recertify annually or pay a specified licensing fee are subject to certain actions and costs; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.012, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 616.12, F.S.; deleting provisions requiring a person who operates a minstrel show in connection with any certain public fairs to pay specified license taxes; deleting a provision that exempts such person from paying specified taxes; creating s. 687.16, F.S.; providing a short tile; defining terms; prohibiting a financial institution from discriminating in the provision of financial services to an agricultural producer based on an ESG factor; providing an inference with regard to a certain violation; providing that the financial institution may overcome the inference by making certain demonstrations regarding its denial or restriction of financial services to an agricultural producer; authorizing the Attorney General to enforce specified provisions; providing that a violation of specified provisions constitutes an unfair and deceptive trade practice; authorizing the Attorney General to investigate and seek remedies for such hb651-00 unfair trade practices; authorizing an aggrieved party to seek an action for damages; amending s. 741.0305, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 790.06, F.S.; revising the circumstances under which the department may temporarily suspend a person's license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm or the processing of an application for such license; requiring the department to notify certain licensees or applicants of his or her right to a hearing; requiring that the hearing regarding such suspension of license be for a limited purpose; requiring the department to issue a court an order lifting the suspension of an applicant's license upon a certain disposition of the criminal case; requiring that the suspension remain in effect upon a certain disposition of the criminal case; providing construction; providing legislative findings; revising the duties of the department after the date of receipt of a completed application for a license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm; requiring that a license issued under this section be temporarily suspended or revoked if the license was issued in error or if the licensee commits certain actions; amending s. 790.33, F.S.; specifying requirements for the assessment of certain civil fines and attorney hb651-00 fees and costs; amending s. 812.0151, F.S.; revising the elements of third degree and second degree felony retail fuel theft; creating s. 812.136, F.S.; defining terms; providing elements for the crime of mail theft; providing elements of theft of or unauthorized reproduction of a mail depository key or lock; providing criminal penalties; creating s. 1013.373, F.S.; prohibiting a local government from adopting any measure to limit the activities of public educational facilities or auxiliary facilities constructed by certain organizations; requiring that lands used for agricultural education or for the Future Farmers of America or 4-H activities be considered agricultural lands; reenacting s. 295.07(5)(a), F.S., relating to preference in appointment and retention, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 110.205, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 125.01(1)(r), 163.3162(3)(a)-(d), 163.3163(3)(c), 163.3164(4), 163.3194(5), 170.01(4), 193.052(2), 193.4615, 212.08(5)(a) and (19)(a), 373.406(2), 403.182(11)(a), 403.9337(4), 472.029(2)(d), 474.2021(5), 474.2165(4)(d), 487.081(6), 570.85(1), 570.87(1), 570.94(3), 582.19(1)(a), 586.055, 604.50(2)(d), 604.73(3)(b), 692.201(1), 741.30(5)(a) and (6)(a), 810.011(5)(a), 823.14(6), and 604.50(2)(a), F.S., hb651-00 relating to powers and duties; agricultural lands and practices; applications for development permits; community planning act; legal status of comprehensive plan; authority for providing improvements and levying and collecting special assessments against property benefited; preparation and serving of returns; assessment of obsolete agricultural equipment; storage tax; exemptions; local pollution control programs; the Model Ordinance for Florida-Friendly Fertilizer Use on Urban Landscapes; authorization to enter lands of third parties; veterinary telehealth; ownership and control of veterinary medical patient records; exemptions; agritourism; agritourism participation impact on land classification; best management practices for wildlife; qualifications and tenure of supervisors; location of apiaries; nonresidential farm buildings; urban agriculture pilot projects; definitions; definitions; domestic violence; and the Florida Right to Farm Act, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 193.461, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 189.062(1)(a) and 388.261(7), F.S., relating to special procedures for inactive districts and state aid to counties and districts for arthropod control, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 388.271, F.S., in hb651-00 references thereto; reenacting ss. 482.072(3)(b) and 482.163, relating to pest control customer contact centers and responsibility for pest control activities of employee, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 482.161, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 487.156, F.S., relating to governmental agencies, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 487.044, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 496.4055(2) and 496.406(2) and (4), F.S, relating to charitable organization or sponsor board duties and exemption from registration, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 496.405, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 500.80(1)(a), F.S., relating to cottage food operations, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.12, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 500.121(6), F.S., relating to disciplinary procedures, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.172, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 790.061, F.S., relating to judges and justices, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 790.06, F.S., in a reference thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kaylee Tuck (R)*, Danny Alvarez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: House Housing, Agriculture & Tourism Subcommittee Hearing (15:00:00 3/18/2025 )
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MI bill #SB0114 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Disabilities: other; vulnerable adult multidisciplinary teams; provide for. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a framework for creating voluntary Vulnerable Adult Multidisciplinary Teams (VAMDTs) in counties or regions across Michigan, designed to protect and support vulnerable adults. These teams can include professionals from various agencies like law enforcement, adult protective services, health departments, legal services, and mental health programs, with the primary goals of preventing, investigating, and prosecuting abuse and exploitation of vulnerable adults. The bill defines a "vulnerable adult" as an individual 18 or older who requires supervision due to age, disability, or inability to live independently. The teams are granted the ability to share and discuss confidential information among themselves and with specific authorized entities, but are bound by strict confidentiality requirements and cannot disclose information outside of approved channels. The teams are exempt from public records and open meetings laws, allowing them to discuss sensitive cases privately. Their broader objectives include coordinating medical, social, and legal services for vulnerable adults, developing prevention programs, promoting community awareness, and disseminating public information about adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation. By creating these multidisciplinary teams, the bill aims to provide a comprehensive, collaborative approach to protecting some of the state's most vulnerable residents.
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Bill Summary: A bill to provide for the creation of a vulnerable adult multidisciplinary team; to prescribe the powers and duties of a vulnerable adult multidisciplinary team; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Jeff Irwin (D)*, Kevin Hertel (D), Sarah Anthony (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Sue Shink (D), Mary Cavanagh (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety (09:00:00 3/18/2025 Rooms 402 / 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building 100 N. Capitol Aven)
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FL bill #S1640 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Public Records/Lethality Assessment Forms
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to create a confidentiality exemption for lethality assessment forms used in domestic violence cases. Specifically, the bill makes the forms containing a victim's personal information and responses confidential and exempt from public records laws, with the goal of protecting domestic violence victims from potential further harm or retaliation. By January 1, 2025, the state department must develop a statewide lethality assessment instrument and form in consultation with various stakeholder organizations, including domestic violence advocacy groups. The confidentiality provision includes a "sunset" clause, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and reenacts it. The bill's sponsors argue that this confidentiality will encourage more victims to participate in lethality assessments by ensuring their sensitive information remains private, and that the potential harm from disclosure outweighs any public benefit of making these forms public. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to develop and implement the new assessment protocols.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 741.29, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for a lethality assessment form that contains certain information and responses; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Grall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Criminal Justice Hearing (15:30:00 3/18/2025 37 Senate Building)
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CA bill #AB437 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Interscholastic athletics: California Interscholastic Federation: sports-related injuries.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law governing the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), a voluntary organization responsible for administering interscholastic athletic activities in secondary schools, by expanding the required reporting requirements related to health and safety. Specifically, the bill adds sports-related head injuries and other sports-related injuries and medical problems to the list of health and safety issues that the CIF must report to the Legislature and Governor every seven years. This reporting requirement, which was already established for areas like gender equity, coaching quality, and racial discrimination, will now include more comprehensive documentation of sports-related medical concerns. The bill aims to increase transparency and awareness about potential health risks in high school athletics by mandating that the CIF provide detailed information about sports injuries as part of its regular evaluation and accountability activities. The expanded reporting is intended to help stakeholders better understand and address medical issues that student-athletes may face during interscholastic sports participation.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 33353 of the Education Code, relating to interscholastic athletics.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Lackey (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Arts, Entertainment, Sports, And Tourism Hearing (09:00:00 3/18/2025 State Capitol, Room 444)
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VT bill #S0071 • Last Action 03/18/2025
An act relating to consumer data privacy and online surveillance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive data privacy protections for Vermont residents, creating the Vermont Data Privacy and Online Surveillance Act. The legislation provides consumers with extensive rights regarding their personal data, including the ability to confirm what data is being collected, access their data, correct inaccuracies, delete personal information, and opt out of targeted advertising and data sales. Controllers (entities collecting data) must obtain clear consent, limit data collection, implement robust security practices, and provide transparent privacy notices. The bill introduces special protections for sensitive data, including information about children, health, and location, and prohibits discriminatory data processing. Notably, the law applies to businesses that process data from at least 6,250 consumers or derive significant revenue from data sales, with thresholds gradually reducing over time. The Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority, with a limited private right of action for consumers in specific circumstances. The bill also mandates public education programs to help consumers understand their new privacy rights and requires controllers to conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities. Importantly, the law includes staggered implementation dates, with full enforcement beginning July 1, 2026, allowing businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to provide data privacy and online surveillance protections to Vermonters.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Alison Clarkson (D)*, Wendy Harrison (D), Nader Hashim (D), Joseph Major (D), Tanya Vyhovsky (D), Becca White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Favorable report with recommendation of amendment by Committee on Institutions
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AZ bill #SB1096 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Bullion depository; establishment
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Arizona Bullion Depository, a state-run facility designed to store, manage, and facilitate transactions involving gold and silver bullion and specie (coins). The depository will allow the state, its agencies, and potentially private individuals to deposit and hold precious metals, with the state treasurer able to consider bullion deposits as part of the state's financial reserves. The bill defines key terms like "bullion" (uniform gold and silver bars) and "transactional currency" (electronic representations of physical precious metals), and outlines a comprehensive framework for how the depository will operate. The depository will be administered by a director-appointed administrator who will manage daily operations, ensure security protocols, and oversee transactions. The bill mandates at least two independent audits per year, prohibits administrators from having financial interests in bullion-related companies, and requires quarterly and annual reporting. The depository will offer services like converting transactional currency to U.S. dollars or physical precious metals, with fees established by the department. Notably, the bill explicitly prohibits foreign nations and enemies of the United States from using the depository's services. The legislation aims to provide a secure, state-managed alternative for storing and transacting with precious metals, with strict oversight and transparency measures.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 6, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 18; relating to financial institutions.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 2 : Jake Hoffman (R)*, Rachel Keshel (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House Regulatory Oversight (14:00:00 3/18/2025 HHR 4)
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CO bill #HB1201 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Model Money Transmission Modernization Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill replaces the current "Money Transmitters Act" with the "Money Transmission Modernization Act", introducing comprehensive updates to money transmission regulation in Colorado. The legislation aims to modernize and streamline the regulatory framework for money transmission businesses by clarifying definitions, reducing regulatory burden, and establishing more consistent standards. Key provisions include creating a clear definition of "control" of a licensee with a rebuttable presumption, enabling participation in multistate licensing initiatives, codifying agent-to-payee exemptions, and revising prudential standards such as tangible net worth requirements and permissible investment calculations. The bill introduces more robust reporting and compliance requirements, including detailed background checks for key individuals, enhanced financial reporting, and specific standards for authorized delegates. It also establishes more comprehensive enforcement mechanisms, including the ability to suspend or revoke licenses, issue cease and desist orders, and impose civil penalties for violations. The bill is designed to protect consumers, facilitate innovative financial services, and create a more standardized regulatory approach to money transmission that can be coordinated across multiple states.
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Bill Summary: The bill repeals the current "Money Transmitters Act" and replaces it with the "Money Transmission Modernization Act" (act). The new act enacts, in part, a model law developed in conjunction with the money transmitter industry. The act reduces regulatory burden by modernizing outdated and inconsistent regulatory requirements, including: ! Clarifying the definition of "control" of a licensee and introducing a rebuttable presumption of control; ! Enabling Colorado's participation in multistate licensing initiatives; ! Codifying the agent-to-payee exemption to licensure; ! Revising prudential standards required for licensing and ongoing monitoring, such as tangible net worth and permissible investment calculations; ! Establishing an irrevocable, standby letter of credit as a permissible investment; and ! Expanding the enforcement actions available in case of nonperformance by a money transmitter.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Bob Marshall (D)*, Nick Hinrichsen (D)*, Larry Liston (R)*, Jamie Jackson (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Senate Finance Committee Hearing (14:00:00 3/18/2025 SCR 357)
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FL bill #H1103 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Agency for Persons with Disabilities
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers primary powers, duties, and functions related to the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Division of Blind Services, and the Federal Rehabilitation Trust Fund from the Department of Education to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities. The bill renames Chapter 393 from "Developmental Disabilities" to "Persons with Disabilities" and establishes the Agency for Persons with Disabilities as the single state agency serving individuals with disabilities. Key provisions include creating a transition period from July 1, 2025, to October 1, 2027, during which existing contracts and agreements will remain binding, and establishing a transition advisory working group to manage the transfer of administrative and operational responsibilities. The bill also creates a new Adult Pathways Home and Community-based Services Medicaid waiver program for individuals with developmental disabilities aged 18-32, designed to support their transition to adulthood and independence. Additionally, the bill updates various statutes to reflect the agency's new role, including modifying the structure of family care councils, defining the agency's duties and responsibilities, and ensuring continuity of services for individuals with disabilities. The legislative intent is to provide comprehensive, community-based support that promotes independence, employment, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities; renaming ch. 393, F.S., as "Persons with Disabilities"; providing for a type two transfer of primary powers and duties relating to the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Division of Blind Services, and the Federal Rehabilitation Trust Fund from the Department of Education to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities; specifying that certain binding contracts and interagency agreements remain binding; providing that the Department of Education shall continue operations of certain direct-support organizations for a specified timeframe; providing for the transition of such operations; requiring the transfer of specified funds; transferring duties related to submission of specified amendments, supplemental information, or waivers to the Federal Government; providing for a type two transfer of certain programs of the department to the agency; providing legislative intent; directing applicable units of state government to contribute to implementation of the act; specifying a transition period; requiring the secretary of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities and the Commissioner of Education to each designate a transition coordinator to implement the transition; providing for the establishment of a transition advisory working group; specifying duties of the working group; requiring that any adjustments to the operating budgets be made in consultation with the appropriate committees of the Legislature; amending s. 20.15, F.S.; removing specified divisions from the Department of Education; amending s. 20.197, F.S.; designating the Agency for Persons with Disabilities as a separate department rather than as being housed within the Department of Children and Families; providing the purposes of the agency; providing that the head of the agency is the secretary of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, rather than the director; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 20.1971, F.S.; requiring the agency to administer the Federal Rehabilitation Trust Fund; providing requirements for the use of specified funds; providing that any unexpended balance at a specified time remains in such trust fund for certain purpose; making technical changes; amending s. 393.062, F.S.; providing and revising legislative findings and intent; providing the mission of the agency; creating s. 393.0621, F.S.; providing agency duties and responsibilities; amending s. 393.063, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 393.065, F.S.; requiring the agency to participate in certain transition planning activities for certain eligible individuals; creating s. 393.0664, F.S.; requiring the agency to implement a specified Medicaid waiver program to address the needs of certain clients; providing the purpose of the program; authorizing the agency, in partnership with the Agency for Health Care Administration, to seek federal approval through a state plan amendment or Medicaid waiver to implement the program by a specified date; providing voluntary enrollment, eligibility, and disenrollment requirements; requiring the agency to approve a needs assessment methodology; providing that only persons trained by the agency may administer the methodology; requiring the agency to offer such training; requiring the agency to authorize certain covered services specified in the Medicaid waiver; providing requirements for such services; requiring the agency to begin enrollment in the program upon federal approval; providing construction; requiring the agency, in consultation with the Agency for Health Care Administration, to submit progress reports to the Governor and the Legislature upon federal approval and throughout implementation of the program; requiring the agency to submit, by a specified date, a progress report on the administration of the program; specifying requirements for the report; amending s. 393.502, F.S.; creating the statewide family care council for specified purposes; specifying duties of the statewide council; creating local family care councils for specified purposes; requiring the statewide council to submit annual reports to the agency by a specified date; providing requirements for the reports; requiring local councils to submit annual reports to the statewide council; providing requirements for the reports; specifying duties of the local councils; providing for funding and financial reviews of the councils; revising membership requirements and meeting requirements for the councils; creating s. 413.001, F.S.; providing legislative intent for and purpose of the agency; amending s. 413.271, F.S.; revising membership of a specified council; amending ss. 90.6063, 110.112, 215.311, 257.04, 318.21, 320.0848, 393.13, 394.75, 402.56, 409.9855, 410.604, 413.011, 413.0111, 413.033, 413.035, 413.036, 413.037, 413.051, 413.091, 413.092, 413.20, 413.201, 413.203, 413.402, 413.405, 413.407, 413.445, 413.615, 413.80, 413.801, 427.012, 943.0585, 943.059, 1002.394, 1003.575, 1004.6495, and 1012.582, F.S.; conforming provisions and cross-references to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jennifer Kincart Jonsson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: House Human Services Subcommittee Hearing (09:00:00 3/18/2025 )
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NY bill #A01410 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Requires entities that submit records to state agencies that are excepted from disclosure under FOIL to periodically re-apply for the exception.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to require entities that submit records to state agencies and seek an exception from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) to periodically re-apply for that exception. Specifically, when submitting records that they want to keep confidential, entities can now request an exception for a defined period of up to three years. Not less than 60 days before the current exception expires, the submitter must apply to the agency for a three-year extension. The agency must then review the application and either grant or deny the extension. If the submitter fails to apply for an extension, the exception will be considered expired. This process ensures that exceptions to record disclosure are not permanent and allows agencies to periodically reassess whether the confidentiality of certain records remains necessary. The bill aims to balance protecting sensitive information with maintaining transparency in government records by introducing a systematic review mechanism for disclosure exceptions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requiring entities that submit records to state agencies that are excepted from disclosure under the freedom of information law to periodically re-apply for the exception
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Rosenthal (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Ways and Means Committee Hearing (00:00:00 3/18/2025 )
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VT bill #S0063 • Last Action 03/18/2025
An act relating to modifying the regulatory duties of the Green Mountain Care Board
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the regulatory duties of the Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB) in several key areas. The bill eliminates the Board's responsibility for approving the State's Health Information Technology Plan and reviewing the budget of Vermont Information Technology Leaders (VITL). It removes the requirement for the Board to conduct Medicaid advisory rate cases. The bill narrows the scope of the Board's certification and budget review of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), limiting these activities to ACOs that contract with Vermont Medicaid. The legislation introduces new certification fees for ACOs, ranging from $10,000 for initial certification to $125,000 for budget reviews. The bill also removes ACOs from the billback formula that previously allocated Board expenses across regulated entities. Additionally, the bill specifies that the Board's review and enforcement of hospital budgets does not constitute a contested case under administrative procedures, while still providing a path for appeals. The changes aim to streamline the Board's oversight responsibilities and reduce administrative burdens, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025, except for specific hospital fiscal year and budget review sections which take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to eliminate the Green Mountain Care Board’s responsibility for approving the State’s Health Information Technology Plan, for reviewing the budget of the Vermont Information Technology Leaders, and for conducting Medicaid advisory rate cases. The bill would modify the scope of the Green Mountain Care Board’s certification of accountable care organizations and its review of their budgets and would limit the application of provisions regarding meetings of accountable care organization governing bodies to only the accountable care organizations that contract with Vermont Medicaid. The bill would establish fees for accountable care board certification and budget review and would remove accountable care organizations from the billback formula under which Board expenses are allocated in part to other regulated entities. The bill would also specify that the Board’s review, establishment, and enforcement of hospital budgets includes the right to the Board’s appeals processes and does not constitute a contested case under the Administrative Procedures Act. S.63
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Ginny Lyons (D)*, Ann Cummings (D), Martine Gulick (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Favorable report with recommendation of amendment by Committee on Health and Welfare
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NV bill #AB316 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Revises provisions relating to the governance of school districts. (BDR 34-319)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises provisions relating to the governance of school districts by introducing a new nonvoting pupil trustee position on county school district boards of trustees. The bill requires the board of county commissioners to appoint a student trustee who must be a high school junior or senior residing in the county, nominated through a student voting process that varies depending on the district's size. The pupil trustee will serve a one-year term and have several key rights, including attending all meetings, receiving professional development training equivalent to other trustees, and having the right to express opinions before board votes. The student trustee's responsibilities include serving as a liaison between students and the board, keeping students informed about board activities, and introducing matters that impact students. To accommodate this new position, the bill adjusts the total number of board members from 5, 7, or 11 to 6, 8, or 12 members, depending on the district's size. The bill also makes corresponding technical amendments to various sections of Nevada Revised Statutes to reflect the addition of the pupil trustee and ensure consistent language across school district governance regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to school districts; requiring the board of county commissioners to appoint a nonvoting pupil trustee to the board of trustees of each county school district in this State; revising provisions governing the election and appointment of the board of trustees of each county school district; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 2 : Duy Nguyen (D)*, Angela Taylor (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Education Hearing (00:00:00 3/18/2025 Room 3138)
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FL bill #S7008 • Last Action 03/18/2025
OGSR/Financial Technology Sandbox
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Florida Statutes regarding the Financial Technology Sandbox, which is a regulatory framework that allows innovative financial technology companies to test new products or services in a controlled environment. The bill permanently exempts certain confidential information submitted by applicants to the Office of Financial Regulation from public records requirements. Specifically, the exempted information includes the reasons why existing laws prevent an innovative financial product from being offered to consumers, details used to evaluate the applicant's testing and monitoring plan, and other specific evaluation factors. The bill removes the previous sunset provision that would have automatically repealed this confidentiality exemption on October 2, 2025, effectively making the exemption permanent. The confidential information may still be shared with appropriate state and federal agencies for investigation purposes, and the office retains the ability to disclose a summary of the innovative financial product or service. The act will take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 559.952, F.S., which provides for an exemption from public records requirements for certain records provided to and held by the Office of Financial Regulation relating to the Financial Technology Sandbox; deleting the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Senate Governmental Oversight and Accountability Hearing (15:30:00 3/18/2025 110 Senate Building)
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HI bill #HB131 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Relating To Research.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Hawaii's existing public records law to allow government agencies to share government records with researchers under specific conditions. The bill defines a "research purpose" as a non-commercial objective to develop, study, or report aggregate or anonymous information that does not identify specific individuals, and a "researcher" as a government agency, hospital, educational institution, news media, nonprofit organization, or similar entity requesting research records. The legislation changes Chapter 92F of Hawaii Revised Statutes to explicitly permit agencies to disclose government records to researchers, notwithstanding previous restrictions. Additionally, the bill modifies the powers of the Office of Information Practices, changing language from "shall" to "may" regarding the adoption of uniform standards for disclosure of records to researchers. This change provides more flexibility for agencies in sharing government records for research purposes while maintaining protections for individual privacy by emphasizing the use of anonymous and aggregated data. The bill takes effect immediately upon approval, potentially facilitating more research using government data while preserving confidentiality.
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Bill Summary: Allows agencies to disclose government records to researchers for certain research purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : David Tarnas (D)*, Della Belatti (D)*, Tina Grandinetti (D)*, Kim Iwamoto (D)*, Jeanné Kapela (D)*, Lisa Kitagawa (D)*, Lisa Marten (D)*, Amy Perruso (D)*, Elijah Pierick (R)*, Mahina Poepoe (D)*, Kanani Souza (R)*, Adrian Tam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate Government Operations Hearing (15:05:00 3/18/2025 Conference Room 225 & Videoconference)
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FL bill #H0989 • Last Action 03/18/2025
Licensure of Family Foster Homes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's law regarding family foster home licensure by allowing licensees to transfer their existing foster home license to a different location within the state. Specifically, the bill removes the current language that states licenses are non-transferable and adds a new provision that permits licensees to relocate their license, with the requirement that the Department of Children and Families (DCF) develop rules to manage this transfer process. Under the current law, a foster home license is issued to a specific person at a specific location and is valid for one year, subject to meeting screening requirements and obtaining approval from a community-based care lead agency. The new provision will provide more flexibility for foster home providers who need to move while maintaining their existing license, which could help reduce administrative burden and potentially support foster families who need to relocate. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to licensure of family foster homes; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; authorizing the transfer of certain licenses; requiring the Department of Children and Families to adopt rules for such transfer; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gallop Franklin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: House Human Services Subcommittee Hearing (09:00:00 3/18/2025 )
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FL bill #S7020 • Last Action 03/18/2025
OGSR/Agency Cybersecurity Information
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of Florida law related to cybersecurity information protection, extending existing public records and public meetings exemptions. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 119.0725 and Section 282.318 of Florida Statutes to push back the scheduled repeal date for confidential and exempt cybersecurity-related information from October 2, 2025/2027 to October 2, 2026. The bill maintains existing protections for sensitive cybersecurity details, including critical infrastructure information, network schematics, hardware and software configurations, and cybersecurity incident information. These exemptions apply to state agencies and are designed to prevent potential unauthorized access, modification, or destruction of digital systems and data. The exempted information can still be shared with specific entities like law enforcement, the Auditor General, and the Cybercrime Office, and agencies are permitted to report cybersecurity incidents in aggregate form. The bill ensures that any portions of meetings discussing these confidential matters must be recorded and transcribed, though the recordings remain confidential. The legislation is part of the Open Government Sunset Review Act, which periodically reviews and potentially extends public records exemptions, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 119.0725, F.S., which provides exemptions from public records requirements for agency cybersecurity information held by a state agency and exemptions from public meetings requirements for portions of meetings which would reveal confidential and exempt information; revising the date of the scheduled repeal of such exemptions; amending s. 282.318, F.S., which provides exemptions from public records and public meetings requirements for portions of risk assessments, evaluations, external audits, and other reports of a state agency’s cybersecurity program for the data, information, and information technology resources of that state agency which are held by a state agency and for portions of a public meeting which would reveal such confidential and exempt records; extending the date of the scheduled repeal of such exemptions; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate Governmental Oversight and Accountability Hearing (15:30:00 3/18/2025 110 Senate Building)
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IL bill #HB1443 • Last Action 03/18/2025
HEALTH CARE AVAILABILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board (HAAB) to help manage and control prescription drug costs in Illinois. The board will consist of five members appointed by the Governor, who must have expertise in healthcare economics, pharmaceutical markets, and clinical medicine, and cannot have conflicts of interest with drug manufacturers. The board's primary purpose is to protect state residents, governments, health plans, providers, and pharmacies from high prescription drug prices by conducting affordability reviews of certain medications. These reviews will focus on drugs that meet specific cost thresholds, such as brand-name drugs over $60,000 per year or generic drugs with significant price increases. If the board determines a drug creates affordability challenges, it can establish an upper payment limit, which will apply to all purchases and reimbursements in the state. Notably, the board will adopt the federal Medicare Maximum Fair Price as its standard upper payment limit. The bill also establishes a 15-member Stakeholder Council to provide input to the board, creates a funding mechanism through manufacturer assessments, and requires annual reporting to the state legislature about prescription drug pricing trends and market conditions. Additionally, the bill provides mechanisms for appealing board decisions and allows the Attorney General to enforce the act's provisions.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board Act. Establishes the Health Care Availability and Access Board to protect State residents, State and local governments, commercial health plans, health care providers, pharmacies licensed in the State, and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. Contains provisions concerning Board membership and terms; staff for the Board; Board meetings; circumstances under which Board members must recuse themselves; and other matters. Provides that the Board shall perform the following actions in open session: (i) deliberations on whether to subject a prescription drug product to a cost review; and (ii) any vote on whether to impose an upper payment limit on purchases, payments, and payor reimbursements of prescription drug products in the State. Permits the Board to adopt rules to implement the Act and to enter into a contract with a qualified, independent third party for any service necessary to carry out the powers and duties of the Board. Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Stakeholder Council to provide stakeholder input to assist the Board in making decisions as required by the Act. Contains provisions concerning Council membership, member terms, and other matters. Provides that the Board shall adopt the federal Medicare Maximum Fair Price as the upper payment limit for a prescription drug product intended for use by individuals in the State. Prohibits the Board from creating an upper payment limit that is different from the Medicare Maximum Fair Price for the prescription drug product that has a Medicare Maximum Fair Price. Requires the Board to implement an upper payment limit that is the same as the Medicare Maximum Fair Price no sooner than the Medicare implementation date. Provides that Medicare Part C and D plans are not required to reimburse at the upper payment limit. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce the Act and may pursue any available remedy under State law when enforcing the Act. Effective 180 days after becoming law.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 21 : Nabeela Syed (D)*, Katie Stuart (D), Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D), Theresa Mah (D), Abdelnasser Rashid (D), Mary Beth Canty (D), Kelly Cassidy (D), Will Guzzardi (D), Michelle Mussman (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Norma Hernandez (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Gregg Johnson (D), Camille Lilly (D), Suzanne Ness (D), Debbie Meyers-Martin (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Anna Moeller (D), Maura Hirschauer (D), Dee Avelar (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Health Care Availability & Accessibility Committee Hearing (16:00:00 3/18/2025 Room C-1 Stratton Building)
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AR bill #SB320 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend The Arkansas Juvenile Code Of 1989.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill proposes to amend the Arkansas Juvenile Code by creating a new chapter with comprehensive updates to juvenile law procedures. The new chapter reorganizes and updates existing statutes covering families in need of services, dependency and dependency-neglect cases, and provides detailed definitions and procedural guidelines. Key provisions include: 1. Establishing clear definitions for terms related to juvenile proceedings, such as "abuse," "neglect," "dependent juvenile," and "sexual abuse." 2. Outlining jurisdiction and venue for juvenile cases, including provisions for cases involving children up to 21 years old in certain circumstances. 3. Providing detailed guidelines for confidentiality of records, with specific rules about who can access juvenile case information and under what conditions. 4. Establishing procedures for court proceedings, including adjudication hearings, disposition hearings, and permanency planning hearings. 5. Defining criteria for termination of parental rights, including specific circumstances where termination may be considered, such as persistent failure to provide support or meaningful contact, or cases involving severe abuse. 6. Creating comprehensive rules for family time, putative parent rights, and placement of children in out-of-home care. 7. Ensuring protection of children's rights while providing frameworks for rehabilitation and family reunification when possible. The bill aims to modernize and clarify juvenile legal procedures, with a focus on the best interests of children while maintaining procedural safeguards for all parties involved.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS JUVENILE CODE OF 1989; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 18 : Missy Irvin (R)*, Carol Dalby (R)*, Breanne Davis (R), Jane English (R), Sonia Barker (R), Mary Bentley (R), Alyssa Brown (R), Karilyn Brown (R), Rebecca Burkes (R), Fran Cavenaugh (R), Cindy Crawford (R), Hope Duke (R), Dolly Henley (R), Robin Lundstrum (R), Julie Mayberry (R), Mindy McAlindon (R), Kendra Moore (R), DeAnn Vaught (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 149)
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CT bill #SB01496 • Last Action 03/17/2025
An Act Concerning Minor Revisions To Department Of Energy And Environmental Protection Related Statutes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various minor technical revisions to several statutes related to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection across multiple areas. Specifically, the bill updates definitions related to radioactive materials and nuclear energy, modifies provisions for commercial fishing licenses and their transferability, adjusts regulations for electric vehicle rebate programs, updates language around natural area preserves, and removes or modifies references to specific authorities like the Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority and Materials Innovation and Recycling Authority. Key changes include expanding definitions of terms like "fusion machine" and "by-product material", allowing more flexibility in transferring commercial fishing licenses during temporary incapacitation or after a license holder's death, prioritizing electric vehicle rebates for low-income residents, and removing references to outdated agencies. The bill appears to be a housekeeping measure designed to clarify and streamline existing environmental and energy-related statutes, with changes that do not fundamentally alter the core functions of the affected programs.
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Bill Summary: To make minor revisions to various programs of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Environment Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/17/2025 )
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AR bill #SB437 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Create The Arkansas Wind Energy Development Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Arkansas Wind Energy Development Act, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for wind energy facility development in the state. The bill requires developers to obtain permits from the Arkansas Public Service Commission and potentially local governments before constructing, operating, or redeveloping wind energy facilities. Key provisions include minimum setback requirements from property lines and sensitive locations like schools and hospitals, mandating detailed environmental impact assessments that examine economic, wildlife, and safety impacts, and establishing strict decommissioning and insurance requirements. The bill requires developers to provide financial security for facility removal, create emergency response plans, and maintain specific noise and safety standards. Additionally, the legislation requires developers to provide transparent reporting to landowners about energy production and payments, and allows landowners to inspect relevant records. The bill aims to balance promoting wind energy development with protecting public health, safety, and local community interests by creating a structured permitting process with multiple layers of review and specific technical requirements. The law will apply to wind energy facilities constructed after September 1, 2024, and the Arkansas Public Service Commission is tasked with developing detailed implementing rules by January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS WIND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 3 : Bart Hester (R)*, Brad Hall (R)*, James Eaton (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Insurance & Commerce (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 171)
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NM bill #SB274 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Board Of Finance Approval For Land Sales
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing New Mexico state law regarding the sale, trade, or disposal of public property by state agencies, local public bodies, and school districts. The key changes include raising the monetary threshold for various approval processes from $5,000 to $30,000 for tangible personal property disposals, and from $25,000 to $150,000 for sales or leases requiring state board of finance approval. The bill also increases the threshold for legislative ratification of property sales from $100,000 to $550,000. Additionally, the legislation streamlines language by removing references to "state educational institutions" and clarifies definitions of local public bodies and state agencies. The bill updates procedures for disposing of property, including maintaining requirements for a committee to approve dispositions, providing notification, and offering property to other government entities or specific organizations before selling or destroying it. The changes aim to provide more flexibility and efficiency in how public entities can manage and dispose of their property, with the new provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC PROPERTY; CHANGING THE THRESHOLD FOR STATE BOARD OF FINANCE APPROVAL ON SALES, TRADES OR LEASES OF PROPERTY BY STATE AGENCIES AND LOCAL PUBLIC BODIES.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tara Luján (D)*, Peter Wirth (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: House Commerce & Economic Development Committee (13:30:00 3/17/2025 Room 317)
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NJ bill #S4146 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Requires driver education and testing on responsibilities when approaching and passing pedestrians and persons operating bicycles and personal conveyances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires updates to various driver education materials and licensing processes to enhance safety awareness regarding interactions with pedestrians, cyclists, and users of personal conveyances. Specifically, the bill mandates that the driver's manual, classroom driver education curriculum, driver's license examination, and informational brochures for new drivers include detailed information about a driver's legal responsibilities when approaching and passing pedestrians, cyclists, and people using personal conveyances. These materials must now cover topics such as recognizing bicycle lanes, navigating intersections safely, and understanding the legal penalties for failing to comply with roadway sharing responsibilities. The changes aim to improve driver education by emphasizing the importance of safely sharing the road with non-motorized vehicle users, with the goal of reducing accidents and promoting more cautious driving behavior. The new requirements will be implemented 13 months after the bill's enactment, allowing time for the Motor Vehicle Commission to update materials and processes accordingly.
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Bill Summary: In addition to the other requirements provided for under current law, this bill requires the informational brochure distributed to the parents and guardians of new drivers, the curriculum approved for classroom driver education courses, and the written knowledge examination for a driving permit to include information pertaining to a driver's responsibilities under current law when approaching and passing a pedestrian or person operating a bicycle or personal conveyance on the roadway and the penalties for failing to comply with these responsibilities. The bill also requires the driver's manual to include information pertaining to the importance of operating a motor vehicle in a manner that safely shares the roadway with pedestrians, cyclists, skaters, rider of motorized-scooters, and other non-motorized vehicles, which is required to include, but not be limited to, a driver's responsibilities under current law when approaching and passing a pedestrian or person operating a bicycle or personal conveyance on the roadway and the penalties for failing to comply with these responsibilities.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Patrick Diegnan (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Senate Transportation Hearing (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Committee Room 10, 3rd Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ)
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ID bill #H0117 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Adds to existing law to establish the Insurance Data Security Act in the event of cybersecurity attacks.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Insurance Data Security Act in Idaho, creating comprehensive regulations for how insurance companies (licensees) must protect sensitive consumer information from cybersecurity threats. The bill requires licensees to develop and maintain a written information security program tailored to their size, complexity, and the sensitivity of the data they handle, including implementing administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. Key provisions include mandating that licensees conduct prompt investigations of potential cybersecurity events, notify the state director within 10 business days of confirming a significant cybersecurity incident, and provide consumer notifications when events are likely to cause material harm. The law applies to most insurance-related businesses, with exemptions for smaller companies (fewer than 50 employees, less than $5 million in revenue) and those already complying with similar federal regulations like HIPAA. Importantly, the bill does not create a private right of action, meaning consumers cannot sue directly for violations, but the state can impose civil penalties. The act will take effect on July 1, 2025, with companies having until July 1, 2026, to fully implement the required information security programs. The primary goal is to enhance data protection and ensure rapid response to potential cybersecurity breaches in the insurance industry.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO THE INSURANCE DATA SECURITY ACT; AMENDING TITLE 41, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW CHAPTER 67, TITLE 41, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A SHORT TITLE, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO PROVIDE THAT LICENSEES SHALL ESTABLISH INFORMATION SECURITY PROGRAMS, TO PROVIDE FOR AN INVESTIGATION OF A CY
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Calendar (10:30:00 3/17/2025 House Floor)
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AR bill #HB1767 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Abolish The Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council; And To Create The Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill abolishes the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Council and creates a new Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee within the Department of Health. The key provisions include transferring all administrative functions, powers, and duties of the previous council to the new nine-member committee, which will be appointed by the State Board of Health. The committee will have similar responsibilities to the previous council, including making recommendations for rules related to emergency medical services, such as personnel licensure standards, equipment requirements, operational standards, and communication systems. The new committee will have a more streamlined structure, with members serving two-year terms and representing various aspects of emergency medical services, including medical professionals, paramedics, air medical services, ambulance providers, and a consumer representative. The bill also updates numerous references throughout Arkansas state law to reflect the replacement of the advisory council with the new advisory committee, ensuring continuity of existing rules, standards, and administrative procedures related to emergency medical services.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ABOLISH THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL; TO CREATE THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE; TO TRANSFER THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL TO THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND THE STATE BOARD OF HEALTH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Lee Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 130)
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AR bill #HB1740 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Exempt Certain Agricultural Information From The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arkansas agricultural law to create a new exemption from the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which is a law that typically requires government records to be accessible to the public. Specifically, the bill protects two types of agricultural documents from public disclosure: certificates of veterinary inspection and personal information connected to animal electronic identification tags. A certificate of veterinary inspection is an official document that confirms an animal's health status and is often required when animals are transported across state lines or sold. Electronic identification tags are technology used to track and manage livestock, potentially containing sensitive information about animal ownership, location, or medical history. By exempting these documents from FOIA requirements, the bill aims to protect the privacy of agricultural producers and potentially prevent the unauthorized sharing of sensitive information about animals and agricultural operations. The exemption applies to records held by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, ensuring that these specific types of agricultural documents remain confidential and cannot be easily obtained through public records requests.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING AGRICULTURE; TO EXEMPT CERTAIN AGRICULTURAL INFORMATION FROM THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 17 : Kendra Moore (R)*, Steve Crowell (R)*, Harlan Breaux (R), Cameron Cooper (R), Bruce Cozart (R), Brad Hall (R), Lane Jean (R), Roger Lynch (R), Ron McNair (R), Jeremiah Moore (R), Chad Puryear (R), Marcus Richmond (R), Tracy Steele (D), Steve Unger (R), DeAnn Vaught (R), Steven Walker (R), David Whitaker (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: House State Agencies & Govt'l Affairs (00:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 151)
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AR bill #HB1667 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Law Concerning Public Meetings Under The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act of 1967 by modifying the definition and requirements for public meetings. Specifically, the bill changes the language to clarify that a "public meeting" now explicitly refers to meetings involving more than two members of a state or local government body, including bureaus, commissions, agencies, municipalities, counties, and boards of education. The bill maintains the existing exception for grand juries and continues to apply to bodies supported by or expending public funds. The key change is the explicit specification of "more than two (2) members" in the definition, which appears to be aimed at providing clearer guidelines about what constitutes a public meeting that would be subject to transparency and open meeting requirements. By making this modification, the bill seeks to ensure greater transparency in government proceedings while providing a more precise definition of when public meeting rules are triggered.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC MEETINGS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Mary Bentley (R)*, Alan Clark (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: House State Agencies & Govt'l Affairs (00:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 151)
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AR bill #HB1492 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Require Each Public School District And Open-enrollment Public Charter School To Provide All School Employees With A Wearable Panic Alert System Device.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all public school districts and open-enrollment public charter schools in Arkansas to provide all school employees with a wearable panic alert system device starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The panic alert system must integrate with local 911 infrastructure to transmit emergency calls and mobile activations, and be capable of initiating a campus-wide lockdown notification. Each school employee will receive a device that allows them to immediately contact local emergency response agencies. Before the start of each school year, employees must receive training on the proper use and protocol for the panic alert device. Schools are also required to ensure that security data (including cameras, maps, and access controls) is accessible by local law enforcement agencies, with appropriate access protocols established. The bill includes provisions to keep security-related records confidential, with limited exceptions for disclosure, such as to property owners, government agencies, or by court order. The Department of Education is authorized to adopt rules to implement these requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REQUIRE EACH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT AND OPEN-ENROLLMENT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL TO PROVIDE ALL SCHOOL EMPLOYEES WITH A WEARABLE PANIC ALERT SYSTEM DEVICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/17/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Zack Gramlich (R)*, Tyler Dees (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: House Education Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 138)
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TX bill #SB878 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Relating to limitations on the use of public money under certain economic development agreements or programs adopted by certain political subdivisions.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new rules and restrictions for economic development agreements made by municipalities and counties in Texas, focusing on transparency, accountability, and limitations of public funding. The bill prohibits municipalities and counties from granting ad valorem (property) tax exemptions through economic development programs, though they can still make loans or grants in conjunction with existing tax abatement agreements. It requires public hearings and detailed public notices for any proposed economic development loans or grants, including the recipient's name, purpose, and amount, and mandates that these notices be posted online and given 15-30 business days before a meeting. Additionally, the bill requires all economic development agreements to include specific performance metrics that must be met for potential renewal, limits initial agreements to 10 years with a maximum of three five-year renewals (totaling no more than 25 years), and allows for confidentiality of proprietary business information during the application process. The bill also amends tax abatement agreement rules to specify that taxing units can only provide tax abatements and cannot offer additional public money loans or grants. These provisions aim to increase oversight and ensure more responsible use of public funds in economic development initiatives, with the changes applying only to agreements entered into after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to limitations on the use of public money under certain economic development agreements or programs adopted by certain political subdivisions.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Birdwell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Scheduled for public hearing on . . .
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AR bill #HB1454 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend The Laws Concerning Criminal History Records Checks For Employees Of Service Providers; To Allow Third-party Employee Evaluation Services To Perform Criminal History Records Checks; And To Include Independent Contractors.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arkansas law to expand and clarify criminal history records check requirements for service providers, with a key focus on including independent contractors in the existing regulations. The bill introduces a new definition for "third-party employee evaluation service," which is an independent entity authorized to perform national and state criminal history records checks and make employment eligibility determinations. The legislation broadens the definition of "employee" to explicitly include independent contractors who provide care to clients, and modifies various sections of the law to reference both employees and independent contractors. The bill maintains existing provisions about disqualifying criminal offenses while providing pathways for individuals with certain misdemeanor convictions to potentially be employed or contracted, subject to specific conditions such as the conviction being at least five years old, no subsequent criminal activity, and meeting other criteria like completing probation and paying court-ordered fees. Service providers are required to inform applicants that employment or contract work is contingent on satisfactory criminal history checks, conduct periodic checks every five years, and maintain documentation of these checks. The bill also ensures the confidentiality of criminal history reports, restricting their use to specific authorized agencies and services.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECKS FOR EMPLOYEES OF SERVICE PROVIDERS; TO ALLOW THIRD-PARTY EMPLOYEE EVALUATION SERVICES TO PERFORM CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECKS; TO INCLUDE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Bentley (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Senate Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 272)
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AR bill #HB1258 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Create The Community Health Worker Act; And To Establish A Statewide Certification For Community Health Workers.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Community Health Worker Act in Arkansas, creating a comprehensive framework for the certification, regulation, and practice of community health workers (CHWs). The bill defines a community health worker as a trusted community member who serves as a liaison between health services and the community, helping to improve access to and quality of healthcare services. The legislation outlines a detailed certification process requiring applicants to be at least 18 years old and meet specific training or experience requirements, such as completing 120 hours of training, working with a mentor and supervisor, or demonstrating four years of relevant experience. Certification is valid for two years and requires 20 hours of professional development for renewal. The bill specifies the scope of CHW services, which include cultural mediation, health education, care coordination, case management, system navigation, and community advocacy, while prohibiting practices requiring specialized professional licensing. CHWs will be compensable through Medicaid and health benefit plans, and the Department of Health will maintain a registry of approved training programs. The bill also includes provisions for protecting patient confidentiality and establishes grounds for suspension or revocation of certification, such as fraud, unethical conduct, or failure to comply with requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER ACT; TO ESTABLISH A STATEWIDE CERTIFICATION FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Lee Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 272)
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ID bill #H0354 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Amends existing law to revise provisions related to the assessment of market value and the homestead exemption.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several amendments to Idaho property tax laws, focusing on market value assessment, homestead exemption, and tax payment procedures. Specifically, the bill requires county assessors to use statistical methods that ensure property assessments reflect a median ratio of assessed value to market value within 90-110% range, and introduces new provisions for burden of proof in property tax appeals. For homestead exemptions, the bill establishes more detailed rules about how and when exemptions can be claimed, including prorating tax calculations if a property's eligibility status changes during the tax year. The bill also modifies property tax payment deadlines and procedures for subsequent or missed property rolls, clarifying when late charges and interest can be applied. Additionally, the bill requires the state tax commission to create a searchable database of active homestead exemptions by July 1, 2023, to help prevent multiple exemption claims and verify residency information. These changes aim to improve the uniformity, fairness, and administrative processes of property tax assessment and collection in Idaho. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO PROPERTY TAXES; AMENDING SECTION 63-208, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING RULES PERTAINING TO MARKET VALUE; AMENDING SEC- TION 63-511, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING APPEALS FROM THE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION; AMENDING SECTION 63-602G, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION; AMENDING SEC- TION 63-903, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE DEADLINE FOR THE PAYMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Revenue and Taxation Committee, Jeff Ehlers (R), John Shirts (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Calendar (10:30:00 3/17/2025 Senate Floor)
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ID bill #H0316 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Amends existing law to clarify that an Idaho state-issued driver's license or identification card is required to apply for the homestead property tax exemption.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Idaho's property tax code to clarify the documentation requirements for homestead property tax exemption applications. Specifically, applicants must now provide their Idaho state-issued driver's license or identification card number when applying for the exemption. The bill includes some important exceptions: active military service members are exempt from this requirement for their initial application, and individuals who have not been domiciled in Idaho for at least 90 days will have 90 days after their initial application to provide an Idaho state-issued driver's license or ID card number. The change is part of a broader effort to ensure uniform and accurate property tax exemption claims, with the state tax commission required to establish a searchable database of active exemptions by July 1, 2023. The bill is designed to help county assessors verify the legitimacy of homestead exemption claims and prevent multiple exemptions from being claimed by the same person. The legislation will take effect immediately upon passage and will apply retroactively to January 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO TAXATION; AMENDING SECTION 63-602G, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A PRO- VISION REGARDING CERTAIN INFORMATION REQUIRED TO
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Third Reading Calendar (10:30:00 3/17/2025 Senate Floor)
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KS bill #HB2152 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Substitute for HB 2152 by Committee on Financial Institutions and Pensions - Mandating financial institutions to secure governmental unit deposits in excess of the amount insured or guaranteed by the FDIC by utilizing a public moneys pooled method of securities, prohibiting investment advisers that execute bids for the investment of public moneys from managing moneys directly from such bid, allowing governmental unit deposits to be invested at a rate agreed upon by the governmental unit and the
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to how public funds are deposited and invested in Kansas, focusing on enhancing financial security and transparency. The legislation mandates that financial institutions secure governmental unit deposits exceeding FDIC insurance limits through a new "public moneys pooled method" involving investment company shares with specific security requirements. The bill prohibits investment advisers who execute public money bids from directly managing those same funds to prevent conflicts of interest, and allows governmental units to negotiate deposit rates directly with financial institutions. It establishes a detailed process for the state treasurer to oversee and administer these new deposit and investment protocols, including creating an administrative framework for monitoring securities, handling potential defaults, and managing reporting requirements. The bill also introduces mechanisms for financial institutions to file complaints if governmental units do not comply with investment regulations and provides potential penalties for non-compliance. Significant changes include new reporting obligations for financial institutions, expanded investment options for governmental units, and enhanced protections for public funds, with most provisions set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning public moneys; relating to the deposit and investment thereof; mandating financial institutions designated as public depositaries to secure governmental unit deposits in excess of the amount insured or guaranteed by the federal deposit insurance corporation by utilizing a public moneys pooled method of securities; directing the state treasurer to establish procedures therefor; requiring financial institutions to make certain reports upon the request of a governmental unit; prohibiting investment advisers that execute bids for the investment of public moneys from engaging in a principal transaction with a governmental unit directly related to such public moneys; allowing governmental unit deposits to be invested in a financial institution at a rate agreed upon by the governmental unit and the financial institution; requiring certification from governmental units that deposits in the municipal investment pool fund were first offered to a bank, savings and loan association or savings bank in the preceding year; allowing eligible financial institutions to file a complaint with the state treasurer upon the failure of a governmental unit to comply with certain requirements; establishing the investment rate for the pooled money investment board bank certificate of deposit program; amending K.S.A. 9-1402, 12-1675, 12-1677a and 12-1677b and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 75-4237 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing continuation: Monday, March 17, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 546-S
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AR bill #HB1148 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Create The Arkansas Privacy Act; And To Address Certain Images Captured By Unmanned Aircraft Systems.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Arkansas Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive regulations for the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS or drones) and the capture and handling of images. The bill defines key terms and outlines specific circumstances where using a drone to capture images is lawful, such as for research, utility inspections, law enforcement operations, emergency responses, and property marketing. It criminalizes the unauthorized surveillance of individuals or private property using drones, with penalties ranging from Class C to Class B misdemeanors depending on the specific violation. The legislation requires law enforcement agencies using drones to submit detailed biennial reports to the state government, including information about usage, costs, and operational details. The bill also provides civil remedies for property owners, allowing them to sue individuals who illegally capture or distribute drone images, with potential damages of $5,000 to $10,000 per incident. Additionally, the law establishes that images captured illegally cannot be used as evidence in most legal proceedings, with a narrow exception for proving drone-related violations. These comprehensive provisions aim to protect individual privacy while allowing legitimate uses of drone technology.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS PRIVACY ACT; TO ADDRESS CERTAIN IMAGES CAPTURED BY UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 3 : DeAnn Vaught (R)*, Blake Johnson (R)*, Jon Milligan (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 01/15/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 149)
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OR bill #SB973 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Relating to publicly supported housing; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies regulations for publicly supported housing by requiring landlords to provide more comprehensive notice to tenants about potential changes in affordable housing restrictions. Specifically, before charging an applicant screening fee or entering a rental agreement, landlords must now inform applicants about when the affordability restrictions on a property could potentially end. The bill extends the minimum notice period for existing tenants from 20 to 30 months before the termination of affordability restrictions. Landlords must provide notices in multiple languages and include details about potential safe harbor provisions that might allow tenants to retain their housing. The Housing and Community Services Department is required to adopt rules by December 1, 2025, prescribing the form and translations of these notices. The new requirements will apply to properties with affordability restrictions ending on or after July 1, 2028, with the bill becoming operational on January 1, 2026. This legislation aims to provide greater transparency and advance notice to tenants in publicly supported housing about potential changes in their housing status, giving them more time to prepare for potential transitions.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Amends the notices that a landlord must give to tenants warning when the landlord’s obligation to charge the tenant low rent will end. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.1). Requires a landlord of publicly supported housing to provide all applicants and new tenants notice of when the affordability restrictions may be terminated. Becomes operative January 1, 2026. Extends from 20 months to 30 months the minimum notice landlords must give existing tenants regarding expiring affordability restrictions. Requires the Housing and Community Services Depart- ment to adopt rules by December 1, 2025, that prescribe the form of the notice and translations. Applies to properties with restrictions ending on or after July 1, 2028. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 11 : Deb Patterson (D)*, Courtney Neron (D)*, Tom Andersen (D)*, Wlnsvey Campos (D), Kayse Jama (D), Mark Meek (D), Katherine Pham (D), Aaron Woods (D), Mark Gamba (D), David Gomberg (D), Annessa Hartman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Work Session scheduled.
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NJ bill #S3858 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Requires school bus personnel members working with students with disabilities to call 911 emergency line in potential life-threatening emergencies; requires school buses transporting students with disabilities to be equipped with certain safety features.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances safety protocols and equipment requirements for school buses transporting students with disabilities by mandating several key provisions. School bus personnel, including drivers, aides, and other staff responsible for student safety, will be required to call 911 in potential life-threatening emergencies, which are defined as situations where immediate intervention is necessary to protect a student's life or prevent fatal injury. The bill expands existing training requirements to include understanding behaviors that might indicate such emergencies and mandates that these personnel receive comprehensive training on interacting with students with disabilities. Additionally, the bill requires school buses transporting students with disabilities to be equipped with interior video cameras, real-time global positioning systems, and two-way communication equipment, with video and GPS data to be retained for at least 180 days. Parents can file complaints if they believe school bus personnel did not properly respond to an emergency, and personnel found in violation can face escalating civil penalties of $5,000 for a first offense, $10,000 for a second offense, and $25,000 for subsequent offenses. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission will be responsible for inspecting these new safety features during routine bus inspections, and the Commissioner of Education will develop specific regulations for implementation.
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Bill Summary: This bill requires school bus drivers, school bus aides, and any other individual who works, and is otherwise responsible for the safety of students, on a school bus transporting one or more students with disabilities to call the 911 emergency telephone service for assistance in the event of a potential life-threatening emergency on the school bus. A school bus personnel member is required to report that call to the Office of Special Education in the Department of Education. Under the bill, a board of education, or a school bus contractor providing pupil transportation services under contract with a board of education, that employs a school bus personnel member, as well as the office, is to maintain a record of the calls. A board of education, or a school bus contractor as applicable, is required to ensure that certain training related to school bus safety and interacting with students with disabilities are provided to each school bus personnel member who works on a school bus transporting students with disabilities. Pursuant to current law, these training programs are required to be administered to school bus drivers and school bus aides. The bill expands these programs to cover all other school bus personnel members who work, and are responsible for the safety of students, on a school bus transporting one or more students with disabilities. A board of education or school bus contractor that does not properly administer these training programs is to be subject to applicable penalties established under current law. Pursuant to the bill, the parent or guardian of a student with disabilities, who believes that a school bus personnel member did not properly call the 911 emergency telephone service in the event of a potential life-threatening emergency, may file a complaint with the Office of Special Education within the Department of Education. A school bus personnel member who is found by the office to have violated the provisions concerning 911 emergency notification and follow-up reporting requirements is to be liable for certain civil penalties. The bill also requires a school bus that transports one or more students with disabilities to be equipped with: 1) a video camera on the interior of the school bus to monitor student safety while the students are being transported; 2) a global positioning system that provides information about the location and speed of each school bus in real time; and 3) two-way communications equipment, which may include, but not be limited to, a cellular or other wireless telephone. Under the bill, any video footage collected from a video camera and any data collected from a global positioning system is to be retained for not less than 180 days from the date it was recorded. Finally, the bill requires that each in-terminal school bus inspection conducted by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission is to provide for the inspection of the equipment required to be installed on school buses pursuant to the bill.
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• Introduced: 10/28/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Tony Bucco (R)*, Patrick Diegnan (D)*, Kristin Corrado (R), Troy Singleton (D), Angela Mcknight (D), Paul Moriarty (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 11/19/2024
• Last Action: Senate Education Hearing (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Committee Room 6, 1st Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ)
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KS bill #SB116 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Requiring prosecutors to disclose their intent to introduce testimony from a jailhouse witness and to forward related information to the Kansas bureau of investigation.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces new requirements for prosecutors when using testimony from a "jailhouse witness" - defined as an incarcerated person providing testimony about statements made by a suspect or defendant while they were both in jail, who may receive benefits for their testimony. Prosecutors must now disclose detailed information about such witnesses to the defense, including the witness's criminal history, any cooperation agreements, the contents of statements allegedly made by the suspect, and information about prior cases where the witness has testified. Prosecutors' offices must also maintain a central record of these cases and forward the information to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, which will create a statewide, confidential database accessible only to prosecutors (this confidentiality provision will expire on July 1, 2029). If a jailhouse witness receives any benefit for their testimony, the prosecutor must notify victims connected to the criminal prosecution. The bill defines "benefit" broadly, including plea bargains, sentence reductions, financial payments, or other leniency. The legislation aims to increase transparency and accountability in the use of jailhouse witness testimony, named in memory of Pete Coones, and will be part of the Kansas Code of Criminal Procedure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; relating to jailhouse witness testimony; requiring prosecutors to disclose their intent to introduce testimony from a jailhouse witness and to forward related information to the Kansas bureau of investigation. WHEREAS, The provisions of this act shall be known as the Pete Coones memorial act. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing: Monday, March 17, 2025, 10:30 AM Room 346-S
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AZ bill #HB2653 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Victims; disclosure requirements; witnesses; names
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arizona statutes to enhance privacy protections for victims and witnesses in criminal cases by modifying the requirements for redacting personal identifying information in public records. The bill allows victims and witnesses to request that their names be withheld from public records if there is a reasonable expectation that releasing their name could result in harassment, threats to safety, or witness tampering. Specifically, the bill provides that law enforcement and prosecution agencies may redact a victim's or witness's name from records released through public records requests under certain conditions. The redaction does not apply to records transmitted between agencies, records about deceased victims, records with the victim's or witness's consent, court-ordered disclosures, or records after a final disposition of the criminal case. The bill also clarifies definitions of identifying and locating information, including details like date of birth, social security number, address, telephone number, and email address. These changes aim to protect victims and witnesses from potential harm while balancing the public's right to information, with special consideration for minors and vulnerable adults.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 8-413, 13-4434 and 39-123.01, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 6 : Jeff Weninger (R)*, Neal Carter (R), Matt Gress (R), Laurin Hendrix (R), Khyl Powell (R), Julie Willoughby (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Senate Rules (13:00:00 3/17/2025 Caucus Room 1)
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AR bill #SB227 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Provisions Of The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967 Concerning Public Meetings.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act of 1967 to clarify and expand regulations around public meetings and governmental transparency. The bill redefines "public meeting" to include formal gatherings of governing bodies, whether in-person or through electronic means, and explicitly covers state agencies, political subdivisions, and boards supported by public funds. It introduces new definitions for "cybersecurity" and "poll" to provide more precise legal language. The bill strengthens public meeting requirements by mandating that governing bodies: provide prior notice, allow reasonable public access, record meetings, conduct meaningful discussions, and follow specific rules for executive sessions. The legislation also prohibits members from participating in polls or private communications about potential official actions, and establishes that circuit courts can invalidate actions taken in violation of these rules. Key changes include more detailed guidelines for executive sessions, requirements for online publication of meeting information, and provisions for conducting meetings electronically. The bill aims to increase governmental transparency and ensure public oversight of official decision-making processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO AMEND THE PROVISIONS OF THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967 CONCERNING PUBLIC MEETINGS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 7 : Clarke Tucker (D)*, Jon Eubanks (R)*, Breanne Davis (R), Justin Boyd (R), Clint Penzo (R), Gary Stubblefield (R), Jim Petty (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: House State Agencies & Govt'l Affairs (00:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 151)
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AR bill #SB443 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend The Duties Of The State Board Of Appraisers, Abstracters, And Home Inspectors; To Amend The Law Regarding Licensure Of Abstracters; To Amend The Law Regarding Licensure Of Home Inspectors; And To Declare An Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes multiple changes to the Arkansas laws governing the State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors. The bill modernizes communication methods by allowing notifications to be sent via email in addition to traditional mail for various board-related communications, such as examination notices and registration renewals. It removes certain requirements like maintaining physical seals and eliminates some outdated provisions related to investigations and record-keeping. The bill changes some definitions, such as modifying the definition of a "residential unit" for home inspections and adjusting the definition of "real estate appraisal". The legislation also expands the board's flexibility in handling continuing education requirements for home inspectors and modifies disciplinary procedures. Notably, the bill abolishes two existing funds (the Arkansas Abstracters' Board Fund and the Arkansas Home Inspectors Registration Fund) and transfers their funds to a consolidated State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors Fund. An emergency clause is included to make the changes effective on July 1, 2025, with the stated purpose of ensuring the board can continue to provide its essential services during the funding transfer process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE DUTIES OF THE STATE BOARD OF APPRAISERS, ABSTRACTERS, AND HOME INSPECTORS; TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING LICENSURE OF ABSTRACTERS; TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING LICENSURE OF HOME INSPECTORS; TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Josh Bryant (R)*, Ryan Rose (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate State Agencies & Govt'l Affairs (10:00:00 3/17/2025 OSC)
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NY bill #S05000 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Requires entities that submit records to state agencies that are excepted from disclosure under FOIL to periodically re-apply for the exception.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the New York Public Officers Law to require entities that submit records to state agencies and request an exception from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) to periodically re-apply for that exception. Specifically, the bill introduces a requirement that submitters can only receive an exception for a defined period not exceeding three years, after which they must apply for a three-year extension. If a submitter fails to apply for an extension, the exception will automatically expire. The bill applies to various types of records, including those containing critical infrastructure information, and requires submitters to specifically identify which portions of their records should be excepted from disclosure. The process allows agencies to review extension requests and either grant or deny them, with a potential appeal process for denied extensions. This change aims to ensure that records exempted from public disclosure are periodically reviewed and validated, enhancing transparency while still protecting sensitive information. The bill amends existing law to incorporate these new periodic re-application requirements and provides a structured mechanism for maintaining and potentially extending record exemptions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requiring entities that submit records to state agencies that are excepted from disclosure under the freedom of information law to periodically re-apply for the exception
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Brad Hoylman (D)*, Jabari Brisport (D), Nathalia Ferna´ndez (D), Robert Jackson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate Investigations and Government Operations Committee Hearing (11:30:00 3/17/2025 Room 611 LOB)
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NV bill #SB322 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Revises provisions relating to the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada. (BDR 34-764)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires members of the Nevada Board of Regents to undergo comprehensive professional development training, mandating 12 hours of instruction in their first year of service and 6 hours in subsequent years. The training must cover a wide range of topics including Open Meeting Law, bias elimination, public records management, ethics, higher education systems, Board member duties, government interactions, financial management, and academic governance. Each year, members must specifically complete one hour of training on Open Meeting Law and one hour on eliminating bias and discrimination. The Board's Secretary is responsible for helping members complete this training and must publicly post notices if members fail to do so. Additionally, the bill reduces the annual hosting expenditure allowance for Board members from $2,500 to $2,000 and provides compensation for training, with members eligible to receive payment for up to 18 hours of training annually at a rate equal to their per-meeting salary. This legislation aims to enhance the professional competence and accountability of Board of Regents members by ensuring they are well-informed about their roles, responsibilities, and the higher education landscape.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to higher education; requiring each member of the Board of Regents of the University of Nevada to complete certain training for professional development; decreasing the amount for hosting expenditures incurred by a member of the Board of Regents that may be drawn from a certain account established for the member; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 2 : Angela Taylor (D)*, Alexis Hansen (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Education Hearing (13:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 2134)
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MN bill #SF2443 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Human services provisions modifications
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies various provisions related to human services, behavioral health, direct care and treatment, health care administration, and the offices of the inspector general for human services and children and families. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill makes numerous technical and substantive changes across multiple areas of human services law. In the area of case management, the bill adds requirements for case managers to receive training in informed decision-making and to pass an annual competency evaluation. It modifies licensing requirements for various health and social service providers, including substance use disorder treatment programs and child care facilities. The bill introduces new provisions around prohibited payments in human services programs, creating a new criminal statute that defines kickbacks and improper payments as a crime. It also updates child passenger restraint training requirements, expanding the age range from eight to nine years old. The bill establishes a new grant program for intermediate school districts to improve behavioral health outcomes for youth and creates new reporting requirements for various state agencies. Additionally, it makes numerous technical changes to clarify language, update references, and align statutes with current practices, particularly in relation to the newly created Direct Care and Treatment executive board. The effective dates for various provisions range from the day following final enactment to July 1, 2025, with some specific provisions like child passenger restraint training effective January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying provisions relating to aging and disability services, behavioral health, Direct Care and Treatment, health care administration, the Office of the Inspector General, licensing and disqualification, and department operations; establishing human services programs criminal penalties; establishing the intermediate school district behavioral health grant program; correcting cross-references and making conforming and technical changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.46, subdivisions 3, 4; 15.471, subdivision 6; 16A.103, subdivision 1j; 62J.495, subdivision 2; 62M.17, subdivision 2; 97A.441, subdivision 3; 142B.10, subdivision 14; 142B.30, subdivision 1; 142B.51, subdivision 2; 142B.65, subdivision 8; 142B.66, subdivision 3; 142B.70, subdivision 7; 142C.06, by adding a subdivision; 142C.11, subdivision 8; 142C.12, subdivision 1; 142E.51, subdivisions 5, 6; 144.53; 144.651, subdivisions 2, 4, 20, 31, 32; 144A.07; 146A.08, subdivision 4; 147.091, subdivision 6; 147A.13, subdivision 6; 148.10, subdivision 1; 148.261, subdivision 5; 148.754; 148B.5905; 148F.09, subdivision 6; 150A.08, subdivision 6; 151.071, subdivision 10; 153.21, subdivision 2; 153B.70; 168.012, subdivision 1; 244.052, subdivision 4; 245.4871, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245.4881, subdivision 3; 245.50, subdivision 2; 245.91, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 7; 245A.16, subdivision 1; 245A.18, subdivision 1; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245C.05, by adding a subdivision; 245C.08, subdivision 3; 245C.22, subdivision 5; 245D.02, subdivision 4a; 245G.05, subdivision 1; 245G.06, subdivisions 1, 2a, 3a; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245G.08, subdivision 6; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.11, subdivision 11; 245G.18, subdivision 2; 245G.19, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 1, 14, 15; 246.585; 246C.06, subdivision 11; 246C.12, subdivision 6; 246C.20; 252.291, subdivision 3; 252.43; 252.46, subdivision 1a; 252.50, subdivision 5; 253B.09, subdivision 3a; 253B.10, subdivision 1; 256.01, subdivisions 2, 5; 256.019, subdivision 1; 256.0281; 256.0451, subdivisions 1, 3, 6, 8, 9, 18, 22, 23, 24; 256.4825; 256.93, subdivision 1; 256.98, subdivisions 1, 7; 256B.0625, subdivision 25c; 256B.092, subdivisions 1a, 10, 11a; 256B.12; 256B.49, subdivisions 13, 29; 256G.09, subdivisions 4, 5; 299F.77, subdivision 2; 342.04; 352.91, subdivision 3f; 401.17, subdivision 1; 480.40, subdivision 1; 507.071, subdivision 1; 611.57, subdivisions 2, 4; 624.7131, subdivisions 1, 2; 624.7132, subdivisions 1, 2; 624.714, subdivisions 3, 4; 631.40, subdivision 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 245; 246C; 609; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 245.4862; 245A.11, subdivision 8; 246.015, subdivision 3; 246.50, subdivision 2; 246B.04, subdivision 1a; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 1, sections 15; 16; 17. 1
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : John Hoffman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (15:00:00 3/17/2025 )
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AR bill #SB343 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend The Law Concerning State-owned Motor Vehicles; To Amend The Law Concerning Public Property; And To Amend The Automobile And Pickup Truck Acquisition Act For The State Of Arkansas.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several Arkansas laws to transfer responsibilities for state-owned motor vehicles from the Department of Finance and Administration to the newly created Department of Transformation and Shared Services. The bill requires the new department to maintain a comprehensive inventory of state-owned vehicles, including tracking their acquisition, disposal, and usage. Specifically, the bill mandates that all state agencies annually register their motor vehicles, provide detailed information about each vehicle, and report changes in vehicle ownership within ten days. By January 1, 2028, the department must install global positioning devices on all state-owned vehicles to track their travel and location, with records subject to freedom of information disclosure after 30 days. The bill also establishes a new system for prioritizing vehicle acquisitions based on factors like vehicle age, mileage, repair history, and maintenance costs. Additionally, the department is given authority to reassign vehicles between state agencies based on need and utilization. The changes aim to improve state vehicle management, increase transparency, and optimize the state's vehicle fleet. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING STATE ACCOUNTING AND BUDGETARY PROCEDURE; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING STATE-OWNED MOTOR VEHICLES; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC PROPERTY; TO AMEND THE AUTOMOBILE AND PICKUP TRUCK ACQUISITION ACT FOR THE STATE OF ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Missy Irvin (R)*, Nicole Clowney (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House State Agencies & Govt'l Affairs (00:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 151)
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MN bill #SF2620 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Human services provisions modifications
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous modifications to human services provisions across multiple areas of Minnesota law, focusing on licensing, background studies, operational policies, and anti-kickback regulations. Key provisions include updating requirements for child care providers, substance use disorder treatment programs, and opioid treatment programs, with changes affecting documentation, training, supervision, and client services. The bill introduces new anti-kickback legislation that prohibits receiving or providing payments in exchange for obtaining human services benefits, with criminal penalties for violations. It also allows for electronic signatures in certain human services documentation, modifies licensing procedures for various care settings, and clarifies requirements for background studies and professional qualifications. Additionally, the bill provides the commissioner of human services with some flexibility to modify definitions related to provider licensing and reporting, with the goal of implementing a new provider licensing and reporting hub. The changes aim to improve program oversight, prevent fraud, enhance service quality, and streamline administrative processes across various human services programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; Department of Human Services Office of Inspector General and operations policy provisions; modifying provisions on home and community-based services licensing, behavioral health licensing, background studies, Department of Corrections reconsiderations, anti-kickback laws, and human services judges personal data protection; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 142E.51, subdivisions 5, 6; 144.651, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 7; 245A.16, subdivision 1; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245C.05, by adding a subdivision; 245C.08, subdivision 3; 245C.22, subdivision 5; 245D.02, subdivision 4a; 245G.05, subdivision 1; 245G.06, subdivisions 1, 2a, 3a; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245G.08, subdivision 6; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.11, subdivision 11; 245G.18, subdivision 2; 245G.19, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 1, 14, 15; 256.98, subdivision 1; 256B.12; 480.40, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 609; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 245A.11, subdivision 8.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/15/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Melissa Wiklund (D)*, Lindsey Port (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Health and Human Services
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ID bill #S1066 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding disclosure of breach of personally identifiable information and to require that agencies, individuals, and commercial entities offer free credit monitoring services in certain situations.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Idaho law to strengthen protections and requirements related to personally identifiable information (PII) breaches. The bill expands the definition of PII to include additional sensitive data like passport numbers, email addresses, medical histories, biometric data, and taxpayer identification numbers. It requires agencies, individuals, and commercial entities that experience a PII breach to conduct a prompt investigation and notify affected Idaho residents without unreasonable delay. Notably, the bill introduces a new requirement that when a breach occurs, the responsible entity must offer free credit monitoring services to affected residents for at least 12 months and provide guidance on how to enroll in these services and place a credit freeze. The bill also clarifies what constitutes a security breach, defines encryption, and establishes penalties for intentional failure to notify residents, with potential fines up to $25,000 per breach. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to provide stronger protections for Idaho residents' personal information in an increasingly digital world.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO IDENTITY THEFT; AMENDING SECTION 28-51-104, IDAHO CODE, TO RE- VISE DEFINITIONS, TO DEFINE A TERM, AND TO MAKE A TECHNICAL CORRECTION; AMENDING SECTION 28-51-105, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARD- ING DISCLOSURE OF BREACH OF SECURITY OF COMPUTERIZED PERSONALLY IDEN- TIFIABLE INFORMATION BY AN AGENCY, INDIVIDUAL, OR A COMMERCIAL ENTITY; AMENDING SECTION 28-51-106, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE CORRECT TERMINOLOGY AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 28-51-107, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: House Business Committee (13:30:00 3/17/2025 Room EW41)
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MT bill #HB271 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Provide that there is a limited executive privilege to the public records act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a limited executive privilege for the Governor's public records, narrowing the scope of exemptions while maintaining transparency. The legislation responds to a recent Montana Supreme Court decision by creating a statutory framework for withholding public information. Under the new law, the Governor may only assert an executive exemption when their individual privacy interest clearly outweighs the merits of public disclosure, and this exemption is explicitly not applicable to policy, politics, or legislative matters. The bill requires that any exemption be narrowly tailored, with redactions limited to the minimum necessary, and allows individuals to challenge overly broad redactions in court. The executive exemption is time-limited and automatically expires when the underlying issue is resolved, and it is waived if the information is voluntarily disclosed to a third party. Additionally, the bill revises definitions of confidential information and mandates that courts may award costs and reasonable attorney fees to prevailing parties in public records litigation. The legislation aims to balance individual privacy protections with the constitutional right to access government information, ultimately seeking to increase government accountability and transparency while providing clear guidelines for when public records can be withheld.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING LAWS TO NARROW THE SCOPE OF EXECUTIVE EXEMPTIONS TO PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS; PROVIDING FOR A LIMITED EXECUTIVE EXEMPTION OVER CERTAIN DOCUMENTS IN STATUTE; PROVIDING FOR A WAIVER OF EXECUTIVE EXEMPTION; PROVIDING THAT THE EXECUTIVE EXEMPTION EXPIRES AT A CERTAIN TIME; REQUIRING THE AWARD OF COSTS AND REASONABLE ATTORNEY FEES FOR A PREVAILING PARTY TO PUBLIC RECORDS LITIGATION;REVISING DEFINITIONS; AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1002, 2-6-1009, AND 90-1-105, MCA; AND PROVIDING AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/14/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ed Stafman (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/01/2025
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Hearing (08:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 303)
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ID bill #H0339 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Repeals and adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding the accuracy of voter registration information.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance the accuracy of voter registration information in Idaho by establishing new procedures for maintaining voter rolls. The legislation requires several state agencies, including the departments of Health and Welfare, Transportation, and Correction, to provide monthly data to the Secretary of State that can help identify ineligible voters, such as deceased individuals, those who have moved, or those with criminal convictions. The Secretary of State is authorized to request additional information from various sources, including federal agencies, the state tax commission, and even commercial data providers, to verify voter eligibility and citizenship status. The bill mandates that the Secretary of State review new voter registrations before statewide elections, comparing them against federal databases like the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements program. County clerks must then cancel registrations of individuals found to be ineligible. The legislation also requires an annual report to the legislature detailing voter registration maintenance actions and recommendations for improvement. By repealing an existing section of law and adding a new section, the bill seeks to create a more comprehensive and proactive approach to maintaining the integrity of Idaho's voter registration system, with the explicit legislative intent of ensuring that only eligible citizens can vote.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO ELECTIONS; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE INTENT; REPEALING SECTION 34-433, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO MONTHLY CORRECTION OF ELECTION REGISTER FROM REPORTED DEATHS; AMENDING CHAPTER 4, TITLE 34, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 34-433, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF VOTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION; AMENDING SECTION 39-270, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : State Affairs Committee, Clint Hostetler (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate State Affairs Committee (08:00:00 3/17/2025 Room WW55)
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AR bill #SB248 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Provisions Of The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967 Concerning Personnel Records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) of 1967, specifically focusing on personnel records and privacy protections. The bill introduces more detailed guidelines for when personnel records can be withheld from public disclosure. It establishes that records can be exempted from disclosure if they contain personal or intimate information that creates a substantial privacy interest, and where that privacy interest outweighs the public's right to know. The exemption applies to records about private citizens, public officials, or employees, particularly when the information is not related to official duties. The bill also modifies notification procedures for record requests, allowing custodians to attempt contact via electronic message with confirmed receipt, in addition to existing methods like in-person or telephone contact. Additionally, the bill clarifies that while certain personnel records may be exempt from public disclosure, they must still be made available to the individual about whom the records are maintained or to their designated representative. These changes aim to balance personal privacy protections with the principles of government transparency.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO AMEND THE PROVISIONS OF THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967 CONCERNING PERSONNEL RECORDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 3 : Clarke Tucker (D)*, Jon Eubanks (R)*, Breanne Davis (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate State Agencies & Govt'l Affairs (10:00:00 3/17/2025 OSC)
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ID bill #H0253 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Amends existing law to provide additional time to respond to requests for public records from nonresidents and to allow a different fee schedule to fulfill nonresident requests.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Idaho's public records law to create different response times and fee structures for resident and nonresident public records requests. The bill defines a "resident" as someone who has been domiciled in Idaho for at least 30 days, excluding full-time students from other states, and introduces new provisions that give public agencies 30 days to respond to nonresident requests, compared to the current 3-day requirement for residents. Additionally, the bill allows public agencies to establish separate fee schedules for resident and nonresident requests, with nonresident requesters potentially facing higher fees that can be set at the agency's discretion, as long as they do not exceed the agency's actual costs. The legislation also makes technical corrections to definitions and references in existing law, such as standardizing terminology around email addresses and updating cross-references. The bill is set to go into effect on July 1, 2025, and is designed to provide more flexibility for public agencies in handling public records requests from individuals who are not Idaho residents.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; AMENDING SECTION 74-101, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE A TERM; AMENDING SECTION 74-102, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS RE- GARDING PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS; AMENDING SECTION 74-103, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE REQUEST AND RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION OF PUBLIC RECORDS; AMENDING SECTION 67-4126, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: 14th Order Calendar (10:30:00 3/17/2025 Senate Floor)
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AR bill #HB1011 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Create The Restore Roe Act; And To Restore A Woman's Access To Abortion Services.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to restore abortion access in Arkansas by repealing several existing laws that restrict abortion and replacing them with provisions that protect a woman's right to obtain abortion services up to the point of fetal viability, as established in the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision. The bill, titled the "Restore Roe Act," would essentially eliminate numerous existing state laws that severely limit or criminalize abortion, including the Arkansas Human Life Protection Act, the Arkansas Unborn Child Protection Act, and multiple other subchapters that imposed strict restrictions on abortion procedures. Key provisions include allowing abortions up to the point of fetal viability, with limited exceptions after viability for the health or life of the mother or in cases of rape or incest involving a minor. The bill removes criminal penalties for performing abortions, eliminates mandatory waiting periods and counseling requirements, repeals reporting requirements that could potentially identify patients, and removes restrictions on abortion methods and medication. By repealing these existing laws, the bill seeks to return Arkansas's abortion regulations to a framework similar to what existed before the overturning of Roe v. Wade, prioritizing women's reproductive autonomy and medical decision-making.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE RESTORE ROE ACT; TO RESTORE A WOMAN'S ACCESS TO ABORTION SERVICES; TO PROTECT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF WOMEN AND BABIES BY AUTHORIZING ABORTION AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Andrew Collins (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 11/20/2024
• Last Action: House Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 130)
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NH bill #HB164 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Relative to local records retention.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for improving local government records management by requiring the state archivist to create a publicly accessible website for electronic record retention. The bill authorizes the local government records manager (or state archivist if that position is unfilled) to develop and maintain this website, employ necessary specialists, and issue guidance for its use. Municipalities will be allowed to store electronic records on this website, potentially eliminating the need to keep additional physical copies, provided they offer at least one cost-free method of public access. The bill includes a one-time appropriation of $150,000 for fiscal year 2026 to fund the creation of the website, potentially hiring a dedicated records manager or employing a consultant to manage the project. The legislation amends existing laws to clarify record retention procedures, specifically modifying statutes related to local records, government records management, and public records accessibility. The goal is to modernize record-keeping practices, improve public access to government documents, and streamline local government record management processes, with the new system set to take effect 60 days after the bill's passage.
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Bill Summary: This bill funds and equips the local government record manager with online storage of records that are available for public access.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Joe Alexander (R)*, Bob Lynn (R), Katelyn Kuttab (R), Paul Berch (D), Dan Innis (R), Keith Murphy (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/07/2025
• Last Action: Finance Executive Session (13:15:00 3/17/2025 Legislative Office Building 210-211)
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AR bill #HB1028 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Amend Provisions Of The Law Concerning Obscenity And The Process For Challenging Materials Included In A Library; And To Require A Library To Have A Policy Prohibiting Book Banning In Order To Receive State Funding.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several significant changes to Arkansas laws concerning libraries, obscenity, and material availability. It repeals the existing law regarding furnishing harmful items to minors, modifies provisions about obscenity in libraries, and eliminates previous processes for challenging library materials. The bill introduces a new requirement that public libraries must have a written policy explicitly prohibiting book banning in order to receive state funding. Specifically, the legislation expands protections for library employees and directors, removing potential liability for disseminating materials that might be considered obscene, and removes previous detailed procedures for challenging library materials in both school and public libraries. Additionally, the bill removes restrictions on library record disclosure, effectively protecting patron privacy more comprehensively. The most notable provision is the new state funding requirement, which mandates that libraries adopt an anti-book banning policy to continue receiving state financial support, potentially preventing the removal of books based on partisan or doctrinal disapproval.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING LIBRARIES; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING MATERIALS MADE AVAILABLE BY LIBRARIES; TO REPEAL PROVISIONS OF THE LAW CONCERNING THE PROCESS FOR CHALLENGING MATERIALS INCLUDED IN A LIBRARY; TO REPEAL THE OFFENSE OF FURNISHING A HARMFUL ITEM TO A MINOR; TO AMEND PROVISIONS IN THE CRIMINAL CODE CONCERNING OBSCENITY; TO REQUIRE A LIBRARY TO HAVE A WRITTEN POLICY PROHIBITING BOOK BANNING IN ORDER TO RECEIVE STATE FUNDING; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE INFORMATION THAT A LIBRARY MAY DISCLOSE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 11/20/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Andrew Collins (D)*, Joy Springer (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 11/20/2024
• Last Action: House State Agencies & Govt'l Affairs (00:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 151)
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NJ bill #A4765 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Requires driver education and testing on responsibilities when approaching and passing pedestrians and persons operating bicycles and personal conveyances.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the informational brochure distributed to the parents and guardians of new drivers, the curriculum approved for classroom driver education courses, and the written knowledge examination for a driving permit to include information about a driver's responsibilities when approaching and passing pedestrians, bicyclists, and personal conveyances, as well as the penalties for failing to comply with these responsibilities. The bill also requires the driver's manual to include this information on sharing the roadway with non-motorized vehicles.
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Bill Summary: In addition to the other requirements provided for under current law, this bill requires the informational brochure distributed to the parents and guardians of new drivers, the curriculum approved for classroom driver education courses, and the written knowledge examination for a driving permit to include information pertaining to a driver's responsibilities under current law when approaching and passing a pedestrian or person operating a bicycle or personal conveyance on the roadway and the penalties for failing to comply with these responsibilities. The bill also requires the driver's manual to include information pertaining to the importance of operating a motor vehicle in a manner that safely shares the roadway with pedestrians, cyclists, skaters, rider of motorized-scooters, and other non-motorized vehicles, which is required to include, but not be limited to, a driver's responsibilities under current law when approaching and passing a pedestrian or person operating a bicycle or personal conveyance on the roadway and the penalties for failing to comply with these responsibilities.
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• Introduced: 09/12/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Lisa Swain (D)*, Heather Simmons (D)*, Shanique Speight (D), Ellen Park (D), Annette Quijano (D), Chris Tully (D), Shama Haider (D), Robert Karabinchak (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 09/20/2024
• Last Action: Senate Transportation Hearing (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Committee Room 10, 3rd Floor, State House Annex, Trenton, NJ)
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CO bill #SB077 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Modifications to Colorado Open Records Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) to improve public record request processes. It expands the definition of public records to exclude certain communication assistance documents for individuals with disabilities or language barriers, extends the standard response time for public records requests from 3 to 5 working days, and increases the potential extension period from 7 to 10 additional days. The bill requires public entities to post their CORA policies, records retention policies, and request procedures on their websites. It provides more flexibility for custodians when responding to requests, such as allowing additional time if key personnel are not scheduled to work during the response period. The bill also adds protections for student information by prohibiting disclosure of any details that could be used to directly contact a student. Additionally, the legislation clarifies fee structures, allows requesters to ask for a breakdown of research and retrieval costs, and provides guidelines for handling requests that might be considered solicitations for business. The bill aims to balance transparency with practical considerations for government entities managing public records requests, ensuring more clarity and consistency in the process while maintaining protections for sensitive information.
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Bill Summary: The bill makes the following changes to the "Colorado Open Records Act" (CORA): ! Excludes from the definition of a "public record" a written document or electronic record that is produced by a device or application that is used to assist an individual with a disability or individuals with a language barrier to facilitate communication if the written document or electronic record has been produced to facilitate communication in lieu of verbal communication; ! Changes the reasonable time to respond to a CORA request, except for requests from a mass medium or a newsperson, from 3 working days to 5 working days and changes the extension of time for the response period if extenuating circumstances exist from not exceeding 7 additional days to not exceeding 10 additional days; ! Adds an extenuating circumstance that allows for an extension of the response period when the custodian is not scheduled to work within the response period; ! Requires public entities to post any rules or policies adopted pursuant to CORA, including, if the public entity has one, the public entity's records retention policy, and to post information for members of the public regarding how to make a public records request; ! If public records are in the sole and exclusive custody and control of someone who is not scheduled to work within the response period, requires a custodian to provide all other available responsive public records within the response period and notify the requester of the earliest date on which the person is expected to be available or that the person is not expected to return to work. The requester may make a subsequent request for additional responsive records, if any, on or after the date the custodian provides. ! Allows a custodian, subject to certain exceptions, to determine that a request is made for the direct solicitation of business for pecuniary gain, requires the custodian to provide written notice of the determination to the requester, allows the custodian a 30-day response period for such a request, permits the requester to submit a signed statement affirming that the request is not for the direct solicitation of business for pecuniary gain which the custodian must consider in making their determination, permits the requester to appeal the determination that the request is made for the direct solicitation of business for pecuniary gain to the district court, and allows a custodian to charge the requester for the reasonable cost of directly responding to the request notwithstanding the allowance for the first hour of research and retrieval to otherwise be free of charge and notwithstanding the statutory cap on fees, which otherwise would apply; ! In addition to the prohibition on disclosing public elementary or secondary school students' addresses and telephone numbers, prohibits disclosure of any other information of such a student that could be used by a person to directly contact, address, or send a message to the student through any means or method; ! Clarifies that if a custodian imposes any requirements concerning the prepayment of fees or the payment of fees in connection with a request for inspection of public records, the requirements must be in accordance with the custodian's adopted rules or written policies and must not be inconsistent with the provisions of CORA; ! Allows a requester to ask a custodian for a reasonable break-down of costs that comprises the fee charged for the research and retrieval of the requested public records; ! Modifies the requirement that, if a custodian of records for a public entity allows members of the public to pay for any other service or product provided by the custodian with a credit card or electronic payment, then the custodian must allow a requester of a public record to pay any fee or deposit associated with the request with a credit card or electronic payment, to instead require that the custodian allow for payment in this manner if the public entity allows members of the public to pay for any other service or product provided by the public entity; and ! Allows a custodian to treat a CORA request made within calendar days of another CORA request for information pertaining to facially similar content made by the same person as one request for purposes of calculating the fee that the custodian may charge the requester for research and retrieval of responsive public records.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Cathy Kipp (D)*, Janice Rich (R)*, Michael Carter (D)*, Matt Soper (R)*, James Coleman (D), Julie Gonzales (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Tom Sullivan (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House Second Reading Calendar (10:00:00 3/17/2025 House Floor)
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AR bill #HB1164 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Allow A Physician Or Healthcare Provider To Offer Cognitive Assessments For Certain Patients; And To Mandate That Insurance Policies Cover Assessments For Cognitive Function For Certain Patients.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires physicians and healthcare providers in Arkansas to offer annual cognitive assessments to patients who are 60 years or older or at higher risk for cognitive impairment, such as those with a family history of dementia, Down Syndrome, traumatic brain injury, or other clinically identified conditions that increase the likelihood of cognitive decline. If a patient declines the assessment, the healthcare provider must document the refusal in the patient's medical records, which protects the provider from liability. Additionally, the bill mandates that all health benefit plans in the state, including government and state-funded programs like Medicaid, must provide coverage for these cognitive assessments without imposing deductibles or copayments. The assessments will specifically screen for cognitive function, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia. Any records or information collected during these assessments will remain confidential and are exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. The coverage requirement will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving healthcare insurers and providers time to prepare for the new mandate.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REQUIRE A PHYSICIAN OR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER TO OFFER COGNITIVE ASSESSMENTS FOR CERTAIN PATIENTS; TO MANDATE THAT INSURANCE POLICIES COVER ASSESSMENTS FOR COGNITIVE FUNCTION, ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, OR DEMENTIA FOR CERTAIN PATIENTS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Julie Mayberry (R)*, Clint Penzo (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: House Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee (10:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 130)
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FL bill #S1656 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Office of Insurance Regulation
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to regulations governing insurance, continuing care facilities, reciprocal insurers, and management companies in Florida. The bill covers a wide range of provisions, including enhanced cybersecurity requirements for insurance data, new transparency rules for property insurance rate filings, expanded reporting requirements for insurers, and significant reforms for continuing care retirement communities and management companies. Key provisions include requiring the Office of Insurance Regulation to establish a public website with detailed insurance market information, mandating that residential property insurers include detailed rate transparency reports with their filings, and creating new standards for management companies operating continuing care facilities. The bill establishes stricter requirements for financial reporting, disclosure, and oversight of providers and management companies, including provisions that limit the ability of individuals who were involved with insolvent providers from serving in leadership roles in the future. For reciprocal insurers, the bill introduces new rules about subscriber contributions, savings accounts, and advisory committees, requiring more transparent governance and financial management. For continuing care facilities, the bill adds extensive new requirements around financial reporting, resident communications, borrowing funds, and management company operations, with the goal of protecting residents and ensuring the financial stability of these facilities. The bill also makes numerous technical changes to existing insurance and healthcare facility statutes, streamlining definitions, updating filing requirements, and clarifying regulatory processes. Most provisions of the bill are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with some specific compliance timelines for certain requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Office of Insurance Regulation; amending s. 48.151, F.S.; specifying that the Chief Financial Officer is the agent for service of process under certain circumstances for health maintenance organizations; amending s. 252.63, F.S.; requiring the Commissioner of Insurance Regulation to publish a specified notice in the Florida Administrative Register; specifying requirements for such notice; amending s. 624.4085, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “life and health insurer”; amending s. 624.422, F.S.; providing applicability; amending s. 624.45, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 624.610, F.S.; deleting a provision relating to the charge and collection of the actual costs and expenses incurred by the office to review certain requests by the insurer; requiring certain applications to be accompanied by a specified filing fee; deleting applicability; amending s. 626.9651, F.S.; requiring the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules to ensure the cybersecurity of consumers’ nonpublic insurance data; specifying requirements for such rules; requiring the office to review certain information; authorizing the office to initiate an examination and investigation under certain circumstances; providing that such rules may require certain information to be submitted in a specified form; amending s. 627.062, F.S.; authorizing personal residential property insurers to submit only one “use and file” filing during a specified timeframe; providing an exception; amending s. 627.0621, F.S.; requiring, beginning on a specified date, every rate filing for residential property coverage to include a rate transparency report; authorizing the office to accept the report or, upon certain findings, requiring the office to return the report for modifications; specifying that acceptance of the report does not constitute approval under a certain provision; requiring insurers to provide a rate transparency report in certain circumstances; requiring that such report be labeled in a certain manner if not approved or modified by the office; providing requirements for such report; requiring the office to define certain terms for a specified purpose; requiring that the office establish and maintain a comprehensive resource center on its website for a specified purpose; specifying requirements for such resource center; specifying that certain rate changes and examples are not trade secrets and not subject to certain public records exemptions; amending s. 627.0645, F.S.; requiring a full rate filing under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; authorizing personal residential property insurers to submit only one “use and file” filing during a specified timeframe and for specified purposes; amending s. 627.4554, F.S.; requiring agents to make disclosures related to annuities on a form similar to that posted on the department’s, rather than the office’s, website; amending s. 627.642, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 627.6475, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “board”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; conforming cross-references; amending s. 627.657, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 627.6699, F.S.; deleting definitions; deleting provisions related to the small employer health reinsurance program; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with a Florida public university to design, operate, upgrade, and maintain a specified database; requiring that such database be managed by the office for a specified purpose; requiring, beginning on a specified date, that insurers file, within a specified timeframe, a copy of uniform mitigation inspection forms submitted by policyholders or agents in such database using a format prescribed by the office; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.7152, F.S.; deleting a provision that the office require insurers to report claims paid under certain assignment agreements; deleting a requirement that the commission adopt rules; creating s. 627.9145, F.S.; requiring, beginning on a specified date, certain authorized insurers and surplus lines insurers to annually submit a report to the office containing specified information; requiring the commission to adopt by rule the requirements of such report; providing requirements for the report; amending s. 627.915, F.S.; requiring, beginning on a specified date, insurers transacting private passenger automobile insurance to submit monthly a report containing specified information; requiring the commission to adopt by rule the requirements of such report; providing requirements for the report; deleting provisions relating to liability insurance reports; amending s. 628.081, F.S.; deleting a requirement that incorporators execute articles of incorporation in triplicate; amending s. 628.091, F.S.; deleting a requirement that incorporators execute articles of incorporation in triplicate; making technical changes; amending s. 628.111, F.S.; deleting a requirement for insurers to make a certain certificate in triplicate; amending s. 628.461, F.S.; revising requirements for a person acquiring voting securities of a domestic stock insurer or a controlling company; amending s. 628.4615, F.S.; revising requirements for a person acquiring securities of specialty insurers; amending s. 628.717, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 628.719, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 628.910, F.S.; deleting a requirement that incorporators file articles of incorporation in triplicate; amending s. 629.011, F.S.; defining terms; amending s. 629.071, F.S.; authorizing assessable reciprocal insurers and nonassessable insurers to transact insurance under certain circumstances; revising the amount of surplus funds that an assessable insurer must maintain; deleting a provision relating to a requirement of expendable surplus; amending s. 629.081, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; creating s. 629.082, F.S.; specifying that the attorney in fact of a reciprocal insurer is an affiliate of the reciprocal insurer; creating s. 629.1015, F.S.; requiring certain reciprocal insurers to provide the office documentation that certain fees, commissions, or other financial considerations or payments are fair and reasonable; specifying requirements the office shall consider to determine whether the fee, commission, or other financial consideration or payment is fair and reasonable; requiring domestic reciprocal insurers to provide to the office certain costs, amounts charged, and the dollar amounts of certain fees by a specified date; requiring such insurers to make a specified explanation under certain circumstances; requiring such insurers to provide certain documentation for certain proposed contracts; amending s. 629.121, F.S.; revising the bond required by attorneys in fact of a domestic reciprocal insurer; creating s. 629.162, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to require subscriber contributions in addition to premiums, subject to approval by the office; requiring reciprocal insurers to disclose required subscriber contributions in a specified manner; requiring reciprocal insurers to provide subscribers with a specified annual report; specifying that changes to subscriber contributions are subject to approval by the office; creating s. 629.163, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to establish subscriber savings accounts; specifying that money placed in such accounts is not considered a distribution; requiring reciprocal insurers to inform subscribers of certain limitations, restrictions, and procedures; requiring certain advertisements to note certain limitations and restrictions; providing that subscribers are entitled to certain moneys under certain circumstances; creating s. 629.164, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to make distributions to subscribers from certain accounts; providing that the subscribers’ advisory committee has the sole authority to authorize distributions, subject to approval by the office; requiring reciprocal insurers to renew a subscriber’s policy under certain circumstances and for a certain timeframe; providing construction; authorizing reciprocal insurers to return to subscribers any unused premiums, savings, or credits; prohibiting the return of such funds from unfairly discriminating between classes of risks or policies or between subscribers; providing that such return of funds may vary as to classes of subscribers based on certain factors; authorizing reciprocal insurers to pay subscribers a portion of unassigned funds under certain circumstances; prohibiting the payment from unfairly discriminating between classes of risks or policies or between subscribers; providing that such return of funds may vary as to classes of subscribers based on certain factors; amending s. 629.171, F.S.; requiring the subscribers’ advisory committee to procure specified annual statements; specifying requirements for such statements; requiring the annual statement filing of a reciprocal insurer to be submitted by its attorney in fact; requiring that the statement of the attorney in fact be submitted in a specified manner; amending s. 629.181, F.S.; revising the rules for determining the financial condition of a reciprocal insurer; prohibiting subscriber contributions from exceeding certain amounts; amending s. 629.201, F.S.; requiring domestic reciprocal insurers to have a subscribers’ advisory committee; requiring such committees to be formed in compliance with certain provisions; requiring that the rules, and any amendments thereto, which subscribers adopt be approved by the office before becoming effective; deleting composition requirements of such committees; revising the duties of such committees; specifying initial appointment and composition of such committees; specifying requirements for the rules governing appointment of subscribers to such committees; requiring the attorney in fact to provide a specified platform under certain circumstances; repealing s. 629.271, F.S., relating to distribution of savings; amending s. 629.291, F.S.; making a clarifying change; requiring that a plan to merge a reciprocal insurer with another reciprocal insurer be filed with the office on forms adopted by the commission, rather than by the office; amending s. 629.301, F.S.; specifying certain requirements for reciprocal insurers whose assets are insufficient to discharge their liabilities; revising requirements for instances when liquidation of a reciprocal insurer is ordered; repealing s. 629.401, F.S., relating to insurance exchanges; repealing s. 629.520, F.S., relating to the authority of a limited reciprocal insurer; creating s. 629.56, F.S.; requiring a reciprocal insurer to maintain a certain unearned premium reserve; amending s. 634.401, F.S.; providing an exception to the requirements that certain contracts be covered by a certain policy; creating s. 641.2012, F.S.; providing applicability; amending s. 641.26, F.S.; requiring health maintenance organizations to file a specified annual statement and quarterly statements on or before specified dates; revising a requirement that health maintenance organizations file quarterly unaudited financial statements; revising the commission’s authorization to adopt rules; creating s. 641.283, F.S.; providing applicability related to administrative supervision and hazardous condition; amending s. 651.011, F.S.; defining terms; revising definitions; amending s. 651.018, F.S.; requiring the office to place a facility under administrative supervision under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.019, F.S.; requiring a provider to provide to the office a specified outline and a specified notice relating to new financing or refinancing; creating s. 651.0212, F.S.; requiring the office to deny or revoke a provider’s authority to conduct business under certain circumstances; authorizing the office to deny or revoke a provider’s authority to conduct business under certain circumstances; requiring providers to remove certain persons from their business role under certain circumstances; specifying that a certain action constitutes grounds for suspension or revocation of the provider’s certificate of authority; amending s. 651.0215, F.S.; revising the timeframe within which the office must examine certain information and make a specified notification to the applicant; deleting a requirement that the office make certain other notifications to applicants; deleting provisions relating to the department’s review, issuance, and denial of a certificate of authority; amending s. 651.022, F.S.; requiring that certain feasibility studies be prepared by an independent consultant; deleting a requirement for the office to make certain notifications to applicants; deleting provisions relating to the department’s review, issuance, and denial of a provisional certificate of authority; amending s. 651.023, F.S.; deleting a requirement that the office make certain notifications to providers; deleting provisions relating to the department’s review, issuance, and denial of a certificate of authority; amending s. 651.024, F.S.; specifying that certain bondholders are subject to certain provisions and are not required to make certain filings; specifying what is included in the meaning of the term “consent rights”; specifying that certain continuing care retirement communities are subject to certain provisions and are not required to make certain filings; amending s. 651.0246, F.S.; revising the requirements for a provider applying for expansion of a certificated facility; deleting a requirement that the office make certain notifications to applicants; revising the timeframe within which the office must review certain information and make certain approvals and determinations; amending s. 651.026, F.S.; revising the requirements for a specified annual report; requiring certain providers to submit a specified forecast; specifying the manner and timeframe within which such forecast must be presented; specifying that photocopies of certain information must be provided to the office upon its request; amending s. 651.0261, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; requiring that each provider file certain documents quarterly with the office; amending s. 651.033, F.S.; specifying that certain agreements are subject to approval by the office before their execution; defining the term “emergency”; specifying requirements for a provider seeking to withdraw liquid reserves in the event of an emergency; revising the timeframe within which the office must deny certain petitions; defining the term “business days”; conforming cross-references; revising requirements for the filing of certain statements by providers; requiring an escrow agent to provide certain notifications; specifying requirements for certain escrow agreements; amending s. 651.034, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising the circumstances under which the office may forego taking action after impairment; amending s. 651.035, F.S.; specifying requirements for certain reserve accounts; requiring that a provider submit a specified notice within a specified timeframe to the office if a debt service reserve is transferred; providing requirements for such notice; requiring certain escrow agreements to comply with certain provisions; providing construction; revising the amounts each provider must maintain in escrow; specifying that the provider has a certain timeframe to fund the operating reserve; requiring the provider to obtain written approval from the office before reducing operating reserves; deleting reserve requirements for certain providers; conforming a cross-reference; prohibiting a provider from withdrawing certain funds until written notice is provided by the office; authorizing the office to order the immediate transfer of certain funds under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.043, F.S.; requiring management companies, as well as providers, to notify the office of any change in certain information; amending s. 651.071, F.S.; providing that claims against assets owned by a provider are not subordinate to certain claims and must be treated with a higher priority over certain claims; amending s. 651.085, F.S.; requiring designated resident representatives to perform duties in good faith; requiring that providers that own or operate more than one facility ensure each facility has its own designated resident representative; revising requirements for notifications to designated resident representatives regarding meetings related to the annual budget and proposed changes in fees or services; creating s. 651.087, F.S.; providing that control of the organized collection and distribution of certain funds for specified purposes may not be controlled by a provider or management company; providing requirements for providers or management companies assisting in the collection or disbursement of such funds; prohibiting providers or management companies from borrowing or soliciting funds from residents for certain purposes without office approval; requiring providers or management companies to comply with certain requirements before any funds are eligible for distribution; prohibiting the requested amount of borrowed funds from exceeding a certain amount; prohibiting such funds from being used for a specified purpose; requiring providers or management companies to make a specified acknowledgment under certain circumstances; requiring that the office receive majority support from the residents’ council before approving a provider’s or management company’s request; requiring providers or management companies to comply with certain requirements after receiving approval from the office; providing that failure to comply with all requirements is a violation of certain provisions and the provider or management company will be considered impaired; requiring providers or management companies to provide a specified notice and repay certain amounts under certain circumstances; authorizing the commission to adopt rules governing submission of certain statements or filings; amending s. 651.091, F.S.; revising the duties of continuing care facilities; revising the required disclosures by continuing care or continuing care at-home providers to residents; specifying that certain providers are liable for actual damages and any interest thereon, reasonable attorney fees, and court costs under certain circumstances; requiring the provider to refund of certain fees under certain circumstances; providing applicability; prohibiting a person from filing a specified action under certain circumstances; providing that failure to comply with a certain provision is a violation of a certain provision and that the provider will be considered impaired; requiring a provider to comply with certain provision by a specified time; requiring certain providers to submit a specified notice; specifying that the repayment of any outstanding borrowed funds shall be accelerated under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.104, F.S.; declaring that it is unlawful for a person to act as or hold himself or herself out to be a management company for a continuing care retirement community without a valid certificate of authority; authorizing certain management companies to operate without a certificate of authority until a specified date; specifying requirements for a management company to qualify for and hold authority to act as a management company; providing a civil penalty; requiring management companies to file an application with the office; specifying requirements for such application; specifying additional information the commission or office may require applicants to submit with their applications; requiring applicants to make certain information available for inspection; prohibiting the office from issuing a certificate of authority under certain circumstances; specifying that a certificate of authority remains valid so long as the certificateholder continues in business; requiring management companies to pay a fee under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.1041, F.S.; specifying that an acquisition of a management company is governed by certain provisions; creating s. 651.1043, F.S.; requiring each authorized management company to file with the office certain financial statements; specifying requirements for such statements; specifying when the financial statements must be submitted each year within a specified timeframe; requiring the submission of such other data, statements, and information as the commission or office may require; requiring the management company to file an acquisition application for any material change in its ownership; requiring management companies to file quarterly unaudited financial statements within a specified timeframe in a certain form; authorizing the office to require additional filings under certain circumstances; specifying civil penalties; specifying that the management company’s authority ceases until a specified time under certain circumstances; prohibiting the office from collecting more than a certain amount in a specified penalty; requiring that moneys collected be deposited to the credit of a certain trust fund; authorizing the commission to require that filings be made by certain electronic means; creating s. 651.1045, F.S.; authorizing the office to deny an application or suspend or revoke the certificate of authority of a management company on certain grounds; specifying that revocation of a management company’s certificate of authority does not relieve a provider of certain obligations; requiring such management companies to continue to make certain filings and pay certain fees to the office; prohibiting such management companies from issuing certain contracts; authorizing the office to seek certain actions in a specified court; amending s. 651.105, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; deleting the prohibition against examination of certain providers; requiring that certain providers are subject to examination; amending s. 651.1065, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 651.1068, F.S.; prohibiting certain persons who served as officers and directors of a provider or a management company that became insolvent within a specified timeframe from serving again as officers and directors of a provider or management company under certain circumstances; providing an exception; amending s. 651.107, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 651.108, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; creating s. 651.113, F.S.; defining the term “negative fund balance”; authorizing the Commissioner of Insurance Regulation to deem certain providers or facilities insolvent or in imminent danger of becoming insolvent under certain circumstances; requiring the provider or facility to prepare a plan to address certain conditions; requiring that the plan be presented to the commissioner within a specified timeframe; authorizing the commissioner to proceed with liquidation under certain circumstances; authorizing the office to issue a certain order requiring certain actions by the provider or facility; authorizing the office to issue a certain immediate final order; providing construction; amending s. 651.114, F.S., deleting provisions regarding the rights and limitations of trustees and lenders in relation to continuing care facilities; creating s. 651.1165, F.S.; requiring the office to record a notice of lien under certain circumstances for a specified purpose; specifying the amount of the lien; specifying that the lien be perfected by the office; specifying the contents of the notice and claim of lien; authorizing release or partial release of the lien under certain circumstances; authorizing foreclosure of the lien by civil action; specifying requirements for joining and consolidation of such actions; authorizing the court to allow reasonable attorney fees under certain circumstances; specifying the judgment under certain actions; specifying the preference of certain liens; requiring the office to file a release of lien under certain circumstances; authorizing the office to subordinate certain liens; specifying a timeframe within which certain insurers must comply with certain statutory changes; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Banking and Insurance Hearing (13:30:00 3/17/2025 412 Knott Building)
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AR bill #SB258 • Last Action 03/17/2025
To Create The Arkansas Digital Responsibility, Safety, And Trust Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Arkansas Digital Responsibility, Safety, and Trust Act, a comprehensive privacy and artificial intelligence legislation designed to protect consumers' personal data and regulate the use of high-risk artificial intelligence systems. The bill establishes several key provisions, including requiring controllers (entities that determine the purpose and means of processing personal data) to obtain consumer consent before collecting or selling sensitive data, provide clear privacy notices, and limit data collection to what is necessary. For high-risk artificial intelligence systems, developers and deployers must conduct impact assessments, disclose potential risks of algorithmic discrimination, and provide consumers with specific rights such as the ability to opt out, receive explanations for decisions, and appeal adverse outcomes. The bill applies to businesses that process personal data of Arkansas residents, with exemptions for small businesses and certain types of organizations. The Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority, treating violations as unfair and deceptive practices, with potential penalties under existing state law. The legislation is set to take effect in stages between January and October 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for compliance. Notably, the bill does not provide a private right of action, meaning consumers cannot directly sue for violations, but must rely on the Attorney General for enforcement.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS DIGITAL RESPONSIBILITY, SAFETY, AND TRUST ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Clint Penzo (R)*, Stephen Meeks (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Senate Transportation, Technology & Legislative Affairs (00:00:00 3/17/2025 OSC)
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FL bill #S1438 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Online Access to Materials Harmful to Minors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive requirements for online platforms, device manufacturers, and application developers to protect minors from accessing harmful online materials. Beginning January 1, 2026, developers of applications likely to be accessed by children must determine their audience composition and provide parental control features such as managing account linkages, content appropriateness, and daily usage time limits. Covered manufacturers (like device and operating system makers) must implement age verification mechanisms, including determining or estimating a user's age during device activation and providing digital age signals that categorize users into age brackets (under 13, 13-16, 16-18, and 18+). Application stores must obtain parental consent for users under 16 downloading applications and provide mechanisms for developers to verify user ages. The bill allows the Attorney General to enforce these requirements, with potential civil penalties up to $50,000 for violations, but requires a 45-day notice and cure period before initiating enforcement actions. The legislation aims to create a standardized approach to protecting minors online while providing some flexibility for technological implementation and maintaining non-discriminatory practices across platforms.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to online access to materials harmful to minors; creating s. 282.803, F.S.; defining terms; requiring a developer to, beginning on a specified date, make specific determinations about covered applications, provide notice to application stores about such applications, and provide certain features for parents to protect a user that is a child; requiring a covered manufacturer to, beginning on a specified date, take certain steps to determine specified information about the user, provide certain notices, and provide developers of covered applications with a specified means to verify the age of a user; providing requirements for devices sold before a specified date; providing construction; requiring an application store to establish nondiscriminatory practices; providing for enforcement actions by the Attorney General; providing an affirmative defense; providing a limitation on liability for a covered manufacturer under certain circumstances; amending s. 501.1737, F.S.; revising definitions and defining terms; revising the age verification method used by certain commercial entities to verify the age of a person accessing certain material; providing an exception; requiring a covered manufacturer to ensure certain statutory requirements are met; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to bring an action against covered manufacturers; authorizing the imposition of civil penalties against covered manufacturers; removing certain liability and damage provisions for certain commercial entities; deleting provisions relating to public records exemptions and the Open Government Sunset Review Act; removing the definition of the term “proprietary information”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 501.1741, F.S.; requiring covered manufacturers to take certain steps upon activation of a device; requiring certain websites, applications, or online services to take certain actions based on the amount of material harmful to minors found on such website, application, or online service; requiring covered manufacturers to comply with statutory requirements in a nondiscriminatory manner; prohibiting covered manufacturers from taking certain actions; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to adopt rules and regulations; providing preemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Grall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Senate Commerce and Tourism Hearing (13:30:00 3/17/2025 110 Senate Building)
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FL bill #S1658 • Last Action 03/17/2025
Public Records/Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection Form Database
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new exemption from public records requirements for certain personal identifying information contained in uniform mitigation verification inspection forms (UMVIF) submitted electronically to a statewide database. Specifically, the bill makes confidential and exempt the electronic submissions and associated data, including the policyholder's name, contact information, insurance company, and policy numbers. The exemption is designed to protect policyholders' privacy and prevent potential misuse of personal information, recognizing the risks posed by internet technologies and the potential for exploiting personal data. The bill includes a "sunset" provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reviews and reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that disclosing such personal information could undermine policyholders' privacy, potentially expose trade secrets, and create security risks. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1656) during the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain data entered into the uniform mitigation verification inspection form database; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Banking and Insurance Hearing (13:30:00 3/17/2025 412 Knott Building)
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NM bill #SB57 • Last Action 03/15/2025
Medical Provider Patient Ipra Info
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) to add a new exemption from public disclosure for records containing personal identifying information or sensitive information about medical providers who perform abortion-related medical services. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 14-2-1 of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated to include a new subsection that protects such records from being disclosed under public records requests. This means that detailed information about medical providers who perform abortion services would be kept confidential, likely to protect these providers from potential harassment or privacy invasions. The exemption is added to an existing list of records that are not subject to public inspection, which already includes items like medical examination records, personnel files, law enforcement records, and trade secrets. The bill appears aimed at protecting the privacy and potentially the safety of medical professionals working in a sensitive area of healthcare.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; AMENDING THE INSPECTION OF PUBLIC RECORDS ACT TO EXCEPT FROM DISCLOSURE ANY RECORD CONTAINING PERSONAL IDENTIFYING INFORMATION OR SENSITIVE INFORMATION RELATED TO THE PRACTICE OF A MEDICAL PROVIDER WHO PERFORMS MEDICAL SERVICES RELATED TO ABORTION.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Cindy Nava (D)*, Liz Stefanics (D)*, Reena Szczepanski (D), Peter Wirth (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Committee (08:30:00 3/15/2025 Room 309)
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NM bill #SB36 • Last Action 03/15/2025
Sensitive Personal Information Nondisclosure
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Nondisclosure of Sensitive Personal Information Act, which creates strict guidelines for state agency employees regarding the protection of individuals' sensitive personal information. The bill defines "sensitive personal information" as data including an individual's status as a public assistance recipient or crime victim, personal characteristics like sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, immigration status, national origin, religion, and social security numbers. State agency employees are prohibited from disclosing such information to outside parties, with specific exceptions that include: performing agency functions, complying with court orders, meeting public records requirements, fulfilling federal statutes, participating in judicial proceedings, sharing with state contractors who agree to confidentiality, following whistleblower protections, adhering to health privacy regulations, or obtaining the individual's written consent. The legislation provides enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general, district attorneys, and state ethics commission to pursue civil actions with potential penalties of $250 per violation, not exceeding $5,000. Additionally, the bill amends the Motor Vehicle Code to further restrict the disclosure of personal information, specifically preventing the department from sharing an individual's personal information with federal, state, or local agencies for immigration law enforcement purposes, and requiring non-governmental entities receiving such information to certify they will not use it for immigration enforcement.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO GOVERNMENTAL CONDUCT; PROHIBITING DISCLOSURE OF SENSITIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION BY STATE AGENCY EMPLOYEES; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; AMENDING THE MOTOR VEHICLE CODE; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Cristina Parajón (D)*, Antoinette Sedillo Lopez (D)*, Liz Stefanics (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Committee (08:30:00 3/15/2025 Room 309)
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NM bill #HB178 • Last Action 03/15/2025
Nursing Practice Changes
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to comprehensively update New Mexico's Nursing Practice Act by making several significant changes to nursing regulations and definitions. The bill expands the Board of Nursing's powers and duties, including creating new license categories such as a retired registered nurse license and establishing standards for artificial intelligence use in nursing. It clarifies definitions for advanced practice registered nurses, anesthetics, sedation, and general anesthesia, and modifies the scope of practice for different nursing categories. The bill increases certain licensing fees, allows registered nurses to administer moderate sedation after completing required training, and creates an alternative to discipline program for nurses dealing with substance use issues. Additionally, the bill adds confidentiality protections for communications related to potential disciplinary actions, allows expedited licensing for nurses from other jurisdictions, and introduces provisions for clinical placement coordination and data ownership. The changes aim to modernize nursing practice regulations, improve professional standards, and provide more flexible pathways for nursing professionals while maintaining public safety and high-quality healthcare standards.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH; AMENDING SECTIONS OF THE NURSING PRACTICE ACT TO CLARIFY THE SCOPE OF PRACTICE FOR DIFFERENT CATEGORIES OF LICENSED NURSES REGARDING THE ADMINISTRATION OF GENERAL ANESTHESIA, ANESTHETICS AND SEDATIVES; MAKING CHANGES TO THE LICENSING PROCESS; EXPANDING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE BOARD OF NURSING; MODIFYING THE ADMINISTRATION OF CERTAIN DISCIPLINARY PROCESSES; REQUIRING THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF COMMUNICATIONS RELATING TO POTENTIAL DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Janelle Anyanonu (D)*, Cynthia Borrego (D)*, Mark Duncan (R), Doreen Gallegos (D), Yanira Gurrola (D), Pamelya Herndon (D), Day Hochman-Vigil (D), Wonda Johnson (D), Jenifer Jones (R), Liz Stefanics (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Committee (00:00:00 3/15/2025 Room 321)
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NM bill #HB20 • Last Action 03/15/2025
Technology & Innovation Division
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Technology and Innovation Division within the New Mexico Economic Development Department, designed to drive technological and economic growth in the state. The division will focus on five primary target sectors: aerospace and space, biosciences, clean energy and water, advanced computing (including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and cybersecurity), and other strategic economic sectors. The bill establishes a Technology and Innovation Network Advisory Board composed of representatives from national laboratories, universities, businesses, and other key stakeholders to guide the division's strategic planning and provide recommendations. A key component of the bill is the Research, Development and Deployment Fund, which will provide $100 million to support innovative projects that can attract matching funds from federal or private sources, with priority given to projects that create high-quality jobs, support New Mexico-based companies, and have strong commercialization potential. Additionally, the bill creates a Technology Innovation Prize program that will award up to $7 million to New Mexico-registered businesses developing cutting-edge technologies in the target sectors, with recipients required to maintain operations in the state and create local jobs. The legislation aims to coordinate innovation efforts across state agencies, support technology transfer and commercialization, and position New Mexico as a leader in technological innovation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; CREATING THE TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION DIVISION WITHIN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; CREATING THE TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION NETWORK ADVISORY BOARD; ENACTING THE RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT FUND ACT; CREATING THE RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT FUND; PROVIDING FOR MATCH FUNDING FOR CERTAIN PROJECTS THAT PROMOTE CERTAIN GOALS; ESTABLISHING AN APPLICATION PROCESS, ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND AWARD TERMS; REQUIRING REPORTING; CREATING THE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION PRIZE AND PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY AND RECEIVING PRIZE MONEY; TRANSFERRING OFFICE FUNCTIONS, PERSONNEL, MONEY AND PROPERTY TO THE TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION DIVISION; REPEALING SECTIONS 9-15-16 AND 9-15-17 NMSA 1978 (BEING LAWS 1991, CHAPTER 21, SECTIONS 21 AND 22) TO REMOVE OBSOLETE PROVISIONS; MAKING APPROPRIATIONS.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Meredith Dixon (D)*, Rebecca Dow (R)*, Doreen Gallegos (D)*, Joy Garratt (D), Joshua Hernandez (R), Cristina Parajón (D), Nathan Small (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee (09:00:00 3/15/2025 Room 321)
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MT bill #HB112 • Last Action 03/15/2025
Code commissioner bill
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive technical corrections measure aimed at updating and clarifying various sections of the Montana Code Annotated. The bill makes numerous minor amendments across different sections of state law, primarily addressing technical references, correcting grammatical errors, and ensuring consistency in statutory language. Key provisions include updating references in laws related to information technology resources, state agency employee directories, process server regulations, medicaid services, and various other administrative and technical matters. The bill also provides specific directions to the code commissioner to correct erroneous references and implement technical corrections throughout the Montana Code. While most changes are relatively minor, they serve to improve the clarity, accuracy, and internal consistency of Montana's legal code, ensuring that statutory language remains precise and up-to-date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT REVISING AND CLARIFYING THE MONTANA CODE ANNOTATED; DIRECTING THE CODE COMMISSIONER TO CORRECT ERRONEOUS REFERENCES CONTAINED IN MATERIAL ENACTED BY THE 69TH LEGISLATURE AND PREVIOUS LEGISLATURES; DIRECTING THE CODE COMMISSIONER THAT
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Fitzpatrick (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 12/27/2024
• Last Action: (S) 2nd Reading Concurred
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KY bill #HB695 • Last Action 03/15/2025
AN ACT relating to the Medicaid program and declaring an emergency.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Kentucky's Medicaid program, focusing on increased legislative oversight and operational modifications. The bill requires the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to obtain specific authorization from the General Assembly before making any changes to Medicaid eligibility, coverage, or benefits, including seeking waivers or state plan amendments. It establishes a new Medicaid Oversight and Advisory Board with 21 members (10 legislative and 11 non-legislative) to review, analyze, and make recommendations about the Medicaid program. The bill mandates several new reporting requirements, including quarterly budget analyses, enrollee demographics reports, and annual assessments of the program's administrative expenses, health outcomes, and reimbursement rates. Additionally, the legislation directs the reinstatement of prior authorization requirements for behavioral health services, requires the development of a public behavioral health services scorecard, creates a new Medicaid pharmaceutical rebate fund, and mandates that Medicaid beneficiary records be retained for at least seven years after disenrollment. The bill also requires new Medicaid managed care contracts by January 1, 2027, and includes provisions for a mandatory community engagement waiver program for able-bodied adults without dependents. Due to ongoing federal budget negotiations and significant Medicaid budget expansion, the bill is declared an emergency and will take effect immediately upon becoming law.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 205.5372 to prohibit the Department for Medicaid Services from making any change to the Medicaid program without authorization from the General Assembly to do so; amend KRS 205.460 and 205.520 to conform; amend KRS 205.5371 to authorize the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to submit a community engagement waiver for able-bodied Medicaid beneficiaries without dependents; create a new section of KRS Chapter 205 to establish the Kentucky Medicaid rebate sequestration fund as a restricted fund within the Finance and Administration Cabinet; require all money received by the Department for Medicaid Services as rebates from pharmaceutical drug manufacturers to be deposited into the Kentucky Medicaid rebate sequestration fund; amend KRS 205.240 to conform; amend KRS 205.525 to require the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to submit a copy of any waiver renewal application to the Legislative Research Commission concurrent with submission of the application to a federal agency; repeal, reenact, and amend KRS 205.6328 to establish reporting requirements for the Department for Medicaid Services and Medicaid managed care organizations; create a new sections of KRS Chapter 205 to require the Department for Medicaid Services to retain beneficiaries' data for at least seven years after the beneficiary is disenrolled from the Medicaid program; require the Department for Medicaid Services and Medicaid managed care organizations to cover up to 100 units of psychoeducational services per Medicaid beneficiary per year; create a new section of KRS Chapter 194A to require the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to notify the Legislative Research Commission of any anticipated barriers to implementing Medicaid-related legislation; direct the Department for Medicaid Services to reinstate all prior authorization requirements for behavioral health services that were in place on January 1, 2020; require the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to procure new Medicaid managed care contracts with an effective date of no later than January 1, 2027; direct Medicaid managed care organizations to collaborate on the development of a behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services scorecard; require behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services scorecard to be accessible by the public on each Medicaid managed care organization's website no later than December 31, 2025; EMERGENCY.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Adam Bowling (R)*, Jason Petrie (R), Josh Bray (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/15/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Substitute - Senate Committee Substitute 2
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CT bill #SB00004 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An Act Concerning Energy Affordability, Access And Accountability.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve energy affordability, access, and accountability in Connecticut through several key provisions. First, it establishes new regulations for nuclear power facility construction, requiring that any new nuclear facility can only be built if the federal government has approved a waste disposal method, or if the facility is located at an existing nuclear site, or if it's an advanced nuclear reactor with local municipal consent. Second, the bill creates a competitive funding program to support site readiness for advanced nuclear reactors and offshore wind energy facilities, providing grants or loans to eligible recipients for environmental studies, infrastructure assessments, and community engagement. Third, it authorizes the State Bond Commission to issue bonds to support this funding program. Fourth, the bill expands the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection's role in coordinating atomic development activities and requires the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority to establish a program for developing utility-scale renewable thermal energy networks. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve electric distribution companies' emergency service restoration planning, requiring more worker involvement in planning committees and providing customer credits during extended service outages. The overall goal is to enhance energy infrastructure, promote renewable and nuclear energy development, and improve service reliability for Connecticut ratepayers.
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Bill Summary: To improve service and reduce costs for electricity ratepayers in the state.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 26 : Energy and Technology Committee, Martin Looney (D)*, Bob Duff (D)*, Saud Anwar (D)*, Jorge Cabrera (D)*, Christine Cohen (D)*, Mae Flexer (D)*, Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox (D)*, Herron Gaston (D)*, Joan Hartley (D)*, Jan Hochadel (D)*, Paul Honig (D)*, Julie Kushner (D)*, Matt Lesser (D)*, Rick Lopes (D)*, Ceci Maher (D)*, James Maroney (D)*, Martha Marx (D)*, Doug McCrory (D)*, Pat Miller (D)*, Norm Needleman (D)*, Cathy Osten (D)*, M.D. Rahman (D)*, Derek Slap (D)*, Gary Winfield (D)*, Geraldo Reyes (D), Rebecca Martinez (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office
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NH bill #HB66 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Relative to material subject to disclosure under the right to know law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands New Hampshire's Right to Know law by making several key changes to public records access. It replaces references to "citizens" with "any person," which means that anyone, not just New Hampshire residents, can request governmental records. The bill now requires public bodies to disclose preliminary drafts of documents that have been distributed to a quorum or majority of the public body, broadening the scope of available records. The legislation also introduces more flexible methods for requesting documents, allowing people to request records electronically or by mail without physically appearing at government offices. Public bodies must provide electronic records in their existing format, though they are not required to convert records to new formats or provide electronic access if doing so would be technologically challenging or compromise their record-keeping system. Additionally, the bill modifies the appeals process for Right to Know ombudsman decisions, ensuring that the ombudsman's ruling is attached to and considered in any superior court appeal, and eliminating filing fees for such appeals. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage and is expected to potentially increase administrative workload for government agencies, though the fiscal impact is considered indeterminable.
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Bill Summary: This bill allows any person to invoke the right to know law, includes preliminary drafts of documents that are distributed to a quorum of a body among the materials that must be disclosed, allows persons to request documents in either paper or electronic form, and modifies the manner in which the right to know ombudsman's ruling may be appealed to superior court.
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• Introduced: 12/23/2024
• Added: 12/24/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Bob Lynn (R)*, Jess Edwards (R), Katelyn Kuttab (R), Marjorie Smith (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/04/2025
• Last Action: Finance Work Session (10:00:00 3/14/2025 Legislative Office Building 212)
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MS bill #HB1502 • Last Action 03/14/2025
MS Hemp Cultivation Act; revise provisions of and legalize manufacture and sale of hemp beverages.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Mississippi's hemp and beverage regulations, primarily legalizing and establishing a regulatory framework for hemp beverages. The bill renames the "Mississippi Hemp Cultivation Act" to the "Mississippi Hemp Act" and transfers administration from the Department of Agriculture and Commerce to the State Department of Health. Key provisions include reducing the THC concentration threshold for violations from 0.5% to 0.3%, creating a licensing system for hemp product retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, and processors, and imposing a 3% excise tax on consumable hemp products. The bill requires detailed product labeling, certificates of analysis, and DEA-certified testing for CBD products. Additionally, it establishes a public directory of hemp product manufacturers and mandates clear signage at point of sale warning consumers about THC content and age restrictions. The legislation also amends numerous existing statutes to integrate hemp beverages into the state's existing alcoholic beverage regulatory framework, treating them similarly to light alcoholic beverages like beer and wine. Hemp beverages are defined as nonalcoholic beverages containing up to 5 milligrams of THC per 12-ounce container and must be sold only to individuals 21 and older. The bill aims to create a structured, controlled approach to hemp product sales while generating state revenue through licensing fees and excise taxes.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 69-25-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Rename The "mississippi Hemp Cultivation Act" As The "mississippi Hemp Act", And To Expand Its Purpose To Regulating The Manufacture, Production, Distribution And Sale Of Consumable Hemp Products Other Than Beverages; To Amend Section 69-25-203, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Certain Terms; To Amend Section 69-25-207, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Transfer The Administration Of The Mississippi Hemp Act From The Commissioner And Department Of Agriculture And Commerce To The State Health Officer And The State Department Of Health; To Amend Section 69-25-213, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Reduce, From A Concentration Of More Than 0.5% To A Concentration Of More Than 0.3%, The Threshold For Violations Of Producing Cannabis Sativa L. With A Certain Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol Concentration On A Dry Weight Basis; To Amend Section 69-25-217, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit The Sale, Or Manufacture Or Production For Sale, In Mississippi Or To Mississippi Consumers, Of Products Derived From Any Cannabis Plant, Except As Authorized Under The Mississippi Hemp Act, The Light Alcoholic Beverage Statutes, Or The Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act; To Prohibit The Manufacture, Production Or Sale Of Any Hemp Product Containing An Artificially Derived Cannabinoid; To Prohibit The Sale Of Any Consumable Hemp Product To Any Person Under The Age Of 21 Years; To Create New Code Sections To Provide That The State Department Of Health Shall Be Responsible For Licensing Retailers, Wholesalers, Manufacturers And Processors Of Consumable Hemp Products; To Set The Annual License Fees To Be Collected By The Department And To Direct That Such Fees Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Require That Labels For Hemp Products Be Approved By The Department; To Require That A Finalized Sample Of Finished Hemp Products Have A Certificate Of Analysis; To Require All Products Containing Cannabidiol (cbd) To Be Tested In A Facility With A United States Drug Enforcement Administration (dea) Certification; To Provide Certain Requirements For Consumable Food Manufacturing Distributors; To Require A Licensed Entity To Provide A Quarterly Report To The Department; To Require The Department To Implement An Electronic Reporting System; To Provide That Any Consumable Food Manufacturing Distributor Or Consumable Hemp Manufacturer, Processor, Wholesaler Or Retailer That Fails To Timely Report Hemp Products Purchased Or Sold In Mississippi, Or That Purchases Or Sells Any Unlawful Hemp Product, Shall Be Subject To A Fine As Prescribed By The Department, And To Direct That Such Fines Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Impose A 3% Excise Tax On Consumable Hemp Products And To Direct That Proceeds Of Such Tax Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Amend Sections 69-25-211, 69-25-215, 69-25-219, 69-25-221 And 69-25-223, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provisions; To Amend Section 41-137-45, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That It Is Unlawful For Any Person Or Entity To Sell Or Transfer Products Derived From Any Cannabis Plant To Individuals In The State Of Mississippi, With Certain Exceptions; To Provide Penalties For A Person Or Business Entity That Unlawfully Sells Cannabis-derived Products; To Create New Code Sections To Require Every Manufacturer Of A Consumable Hemp Product That Is Sold For Retail Sale In Mississippi To Execute And Deliver To The Department Of Revenue A Certification Form That Separately Lists Each Brand Name, Category, Product Name And Flavor For Each Consumable Hemp Product That Is Sold In Mississippi; To Direct The Department Of Revenue To Maintain And Make Publicly Available On Its Official Website A Directory That Lists All Consumable Hemp Product Manufacturers, Brand Names, Categories, Product Names And Flavors For Which Certification Forms Have Been Submitted And Approved By The Department Of Revenue, And To Update The Directory At Least Monthly To Ensure Accuracy; To Provide That Consumable Hemp Products Not Listed In The Directory And Intended For Retail Sale In Mississippi Shall Be Subject To Seizure, Forfeiture And Destruction, And May Not Be Purchased Or Sold For Retail Sale In Mississippi; To Provide A Penalty For The Retail Sale Of Consumable Hemp Products Not Included In The Directory And To Direct That Such Penalties Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Require That Consumable Hemp Products May Not Be Sold Or Offered For Sale Unless Certain Clearly Visible Notice Is Posted At The Location Where The Consumable Hemp Product Is Available For Purchase; To Provide Fines For Selling Or Offering To Sell Consumable Hemp Products Without Such Notice And To Direct That Such Fines Shall Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Amend Sections 67-3-1, 67-3-3, 67-3-5, 67-3-7, 67-3-9, 67-3-13, 67-3-15, 67-3-17, 67-3-19, 67-3-22, 67-3-25, 67-3-27, 67-3-28, 67-3-29, 67-3-41, 67-3-45, 67-3-46, 67-3-48, 67-3-48.1, 67-3-49, 67-3-51, 67-3-52, 67-3-53, 67-3-54, 67-3-55, 67-3-57, 67-3-59, 67-3-61, 67-3-63, 67-3-65, 67-3-67, 67-3-69, 67-3-70, 67-3-73, 67-3-74, 67-1-5, 67-1-18, 67-1-51, 67-1-51.1, 67-1-72, 67-7-3, 67-7-5, 67-7-7, 67-7-9, 67-7-11, 67-9-1, 27-65-241, 27-71-301, 27-71-303, 27-71-307, 27-71-311, 27-71-315, 27-71-317, 27-71-325, 27-71-327, 27-71-333, 27-71-335, 27-71-345, 27-71-349, 27-71-509, 45-9-101 And 97-5-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Legalize The Manufacture And Sale Of Hemp Beverages, To Be Regulated In The Same Manner As Beer, Light Wine And Light Spirit Products, Collectively To Be Referred To As "light Intoxicating Beverages"; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lee Yancey (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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MS bill #HB1404 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Mental health; provide exemption from pre-affidavit screening for persons being treated in an acute psych hospital who have already had evaluations.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several sections of Mississippi law related to mental health and involuntary commitment procedures. The key provisions include creating an exemption from pre-affidavit screening requirements for individuals already being treated in an acute psychiatric hospital who have undergone two qualified professional evaluations. Specifically, if the acute psychiatric hospital notifies the community mental health center at least 24 hours before filing a commitment affidavit, the mandatory pre-screening process can be bypassed. The bill also requires community mental health centers to submit quarterly reports to county boards of supervisors using a standard form provided by the State Department of Mental Health. Additionally, the legislation adds a definition for "interested person" in the context of alcohol and drug abuse treatment and establishes new pre-affidavit screening procedures for emergency involuntary commitment related to alcohol or drug use. These changes aim to streamline the commitment process, provide more clarity in mental health and substance abuse treatment procedures, and ensure more consistent reporting and documentation across community mental health centers in Mississippi. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 41-21-67, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide An Exemption From The Requirement To Have A Pre-affidavit Screening Before A Relative Or Interested Person May File An Affidavit For Commitment If The Individual To Be Committed Is Being Treated In An Acute Psychiatric Hospital And Has Already Had Two Qualified Professional Evaluations, Provided That The Acute Psychiatric Hospital Notifies The Community Mental Health Center That The Individual Is In The Hospital At Least Twenty-four Hours Before Filing The Affidavit; To Amend Section 41-21-65, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provision; To Amend Section 41-19-33, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Community Mental Health Centers Shall Submit Certain Written Quarterly Reports To The Boards Of Supervisors Of Each County In Their Region On A Standard Form Developed And Provided To The Community Mental Health Centers By The State Department Of Mental Health; To Amend Section 41-30-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Add A Definition To The Comprehensive Alcoholism And Alcohol Abuse Prevention, Control And Treatment Act; To Amend Sections 41-30-27 And 41-31-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Pre-affidavit Screening Must Be Conducted Before An Affidavit For Emergency Involuntary Commitment Of A Person For Alcohol Or Drug Use May Be Filed; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Samuel Creekmore IV (R)*, Kevin Felsher (R)*, Joey Hood (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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UT bill #HB0176 • Last Action 03/14/2025
County Classification Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the population requirements for county classifications in Utah, adjusting the thresholds for different county classes. Specifically, it changes the population ranges for first through sixth class counties, raising the minimum population requirements for several classes. For example, a first-class county would now require at least 1,150,000 residents (up from 1,000,000), and a second-class county would need between 260,000 and 1,150,000 residents (up from 175,000). The bill also updates various state laws to reference these new county classifications, including sections related to homeless services, rural opportunities, transportation infrastructure, and indigent defense services. These changes will impact how certain state programs and resources are allocated based on county population, potentially affecting smaller counties' eligibility for specific grants, services, and infrastructure support. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and local governments time to prepare for the updated classification system.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies the population requirements for county classification.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Walt Brooks (R)*, Don Ipson (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #HB0425 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Department of Public Safety Fee Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes changes to fees and regulations related to concealed firearm permits and registration for certain offenders in Utah. Specifically, the bill establishes a transition period from current fixed fees to a new system where the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) will set fees through a standardized process starting July 1, 2026. For concealed firearm permits, this includes changes to application fees, renewal fees, replacement fees, and late fees for both residents and nonresidents. The bill also increases the annual registration fee for offenders from $100 to $125 before July 1, 2026, after which the fee will be determined by the department. These fee adjustments will be implemented through a structured process outlined in Section 63J-1-504, which requires the bureau to provide detailed information to the Legislature about permit numbers, revenue, and expenditures. The bill aims to provide more flexibility in fee setting while maintaining transparency about fee structures and revenue use. The changes will take effect on May 7, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the new fee-setting mechanism.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses fees collected by the Bureau of Criminal Identification.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Dunnigan (R)*, Don Ipson (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #SB0277 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Government Records Management Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Government Records Office (the office) within the Division of Archives and Records Service and replaces the State Records Committee with a single director. The key provisions include establishing a new director position that will be appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate, with specific qualifications such as being an attorney knowledgeable about records management and committed to protecting privacy while ensuring proper record disclosure. The director will have broad responsibilities including supervising the office, administering records appeals, hearing disputes about record classification, and serving as a resource for citizens and government entities regarding government records. The bill eliminates the previous multi-member State Records Committee and consolidates its functions under this single director, who will have the authority to review record classifications, mediate disputes, and make final determinations about record access. The legislation also establishes a performance evaluation process for the director, requires annual reporting to the Government Operations Interim Committee, and makes numerous technical amendments to other sections of Utah law to reflect this structural change in records management oversight.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill creates the Government Records Office (the office) within the Division of Archives and Records Service (the division), and replaces the State Records Committee (the committee) with the director of the office, who is an attorney with knowledge and experience relating to government records law and makes other changes relating to government records.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike McKell (R)*, Jefferson Moss (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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ME bill #LD12 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An Act to Amend the Freedom of Access Act to Apply to Legislative Caucuses
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Access Act to explicitly include legislative caucuses as public proceedings. Specifically, the bill defines a "legislative caucus" as a meeting of 3 or more legislators from the same political party who are gathering to conduct legislative business, either on behalf of the full Legislature or a legislative committee. By adding this definition and modifying existing language, the bill ensures that legislative caucus meetings will be subject to the same transparency requirements as other legislative proceedings, meaning they must be open to the public and follow public notice guidelines. This change aims to increase government transparency by requiring that meetings where legislative matters are discussed by party groups be conducted in an open and accessible manner, allowing citizens and the media to observe how political parties deliberate and make decisions about proposed legislation.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that legislative caucuses are public proceedings under the Freedom of Access Act. The bill defines "legislative caucus" as 3 or more Legislators of the same political party meeting for the purpose of conducting legislative business.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Rick Bennett (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/07/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (09:30:00 3/14/2025 State House, Room 438)
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NM bill #HB5 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Office Of Child Advocate Act
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of Child Advocate in New Mexico, creating an independent entity administratively attached to the state department of justice to oversee and review services provided to children in state custody. The office will be led by a State Child Advocate appointed for a six-year term, who must have at least five years of professional experience in child protective or juvenile justice services and be licensed as an attorney, psychologist, social worker, or marriage and family therapist. A nine-member selection committee will nominate candidates for the position, with the governor making the final appointment. The office's primary responsibilities include reviewing the Children, Youth and Families Department's services, receiving and investigating complaints, maintaining a toll-free hotline, analyzing child welfare policies, and producing an annual comprehensive report detailing various aspects of child welfare in the state. The bill grants the office significant investigative powers, including the ability to subpoena witnesses, access records, and refer findings of constitutional rights violations to the Attorney General. The office is required to maintain strict confidentiality of case records while providing an annual public report on systemic issues and recommendations for improving child welfare services. The legislation also mandates that office staff receive specialized training in child protection laws, investigative techniques, and trauma-informed care, and establishes clear conflict of interest guidelines to ensure the office's independence and integrity.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO FAMILIES; ENACTING THE OFFICE OF CHILD ADVOCATE ACT; PROVIDING FOR THE STATE CHILD ADVOCATE; CREATING THE OFFICE OF CHILD ADVOCATE AND ESTABLISHING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THAT OFFICE; PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE STATE CHILD ADVOCATE SELECTION COMMITTEE; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Michelle Paulene Abeyta (D)*, Gail Armstrong (R)*, Day Hochman-Vigil (D)*, Javier Martínez (D), Reena Szczepanski (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Passed in the Senate - Y:28 N:13
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UT bill #SB0008 • Last Action 03/14/2025
State Agency Fees and Internal Service Fund Rate Authorization and Appropriations
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill supplements and adjusts appropriations for Utah state government agencies for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026. The bill provides detailed financial allocations across multiple state departments and agencies, including criminal justice, public safety, economic development, cultural and community engagement, natural resources, education, social services, and transportation. The appropriations cover various operational expenses, such as salaries, programs, facilities management, and specific divisional needs. The bill also establishes and adjusts fees for numerous state services, ranging from licensing and permit fees to specific departmental charges. The fees cover a wide range of activities, including professional licensing, vehicle registrations, state facility usage, educational services, and more. Additionally, the bill specifies that these appropriations and fees will take effect on July 1, 2025, marking the beginning of the fiscal year for which they are designated.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill supplements or reduces appropriations otherwise provided for the support and operation of state government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Scott Sandall (R)*, Walt Brooks (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Enrolled Bill Returned to House or Senate in Senate Secretary
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NY bill #S04065 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Establishes a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit and eligibility criteria for such tax credit.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) tax credit program in New York State, designed to incentivize the production and use of environmentally friendly aviation fuel. Under the program, aviation fuel producers can claim a tax credit of one dollar per gallon of sustainable aviation fuel purchased for flights departing in New York, with the potential to increase up to two dollars per gallon based on carbon dioxide emission reductions. To qualify, the sustainable aviation fuel must be derived from biomass, waste streams, or renewable energy sources, meet specific technical standards, and achieve at least a 50% reduction in lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to petroleum-based jet fuel. Producers must obtain a certificate from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and report monthly fuel sales. The total tax credits are capped at $30 million annually, and the credit can be applied against various state tax obligations, with any excess credit amount being refundable. The bill applies to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025, and aims to support the development of more environmentally sustainable aviation fuel technologies by providing a financial incentive for producers and users of such fuels.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the energy law and the tax law, in relation to establishing a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit in New York state
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Kevin Parker (D)*, Toby Stavisky (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: REFERENCE CHANGED TO ENERGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
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NM bill #HB49 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Closed Captioning Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Closed Captioning Act, which requires places of public accommodation to activate closed captioning on television receivers in public areas during regular business hours. The bill provides comprehensive definitions for key terms, including what constitutes a "place of public accommodation" (which ranges from hotels and restaurants to schools and recreational facilities) and what qualifies as a "television receiver" (including TVs, display screens, and digital set-top boxes). Owners and managers must turn on closed captioning for all operating televisions in public areas, with some exceptions, such as when the technology cannot support closed captioning or when the program is exempt under federal law. The Attorney General is tasked with enforcing the law, establishing a complaint process for individuals with hearing disabilities, and implementing penalties for non-compliance. First-time violations can result in a civil penalty of up to $250, with subsequent violations potentially incurring fines up to $500. The goal of the legislation is to improve accessibility for people with hearing disabilities by ensuring closed captioning is readily available in public spaces.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS; ENACTING THE CLOSED CAPTIONING ACT; REQUIRING PLACES OF PUBLIC ACCOMMODATION THAT DISPLAY TELEVISION PROGRAMMING TO PROVIDE CLOSED CAPTIONING; REQUIRING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO ENFORCE THE CLOSED CAPTIONING ACT; PROVIDING PENALTIES.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Cynthia Borrego (D)*, Tara Luján (D)*, Pat Roybal Caballero (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee (00:00:00 3/14/2025 Room 311)
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NM bill #SB59 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Public Works Minimum Wage Definitions
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public Works Minimum Wage Act to include "off-site fabricators" in the definition of workers covered by prevailing wage requirements. Specifically, an off-site fabricator is defined as a person who earns a wage to fabricate heating, cooling, ventilation, or exhaust duct systems, or other prefabricated components for public works projects. The bill extends existing wage and fringe benefit protections to these off-site workers, requiring that they be paid prevailing wages determined annually by the state director of labor relations. This means that workers who manufacture specialized components for public works projects off-site will now be entitled to the same minimum wage and benefit standards as on-site laborers and mechanics. The changes will apply to procurement requests for public works projects issued on or after July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and contractors time to adjust to the new requirements. The bill also maintains existing enforcement mechanisms, including the ability to withhold contract payments, terminate contracts for wage violations, and pursue legal action against contractors who fail to pay appropriate wages.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC WORKS; ADDING OFF-SITE FABRICATORS TO THE PUBLIC WORKS MINIMUM WAGE ACT.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Eleanor Chávez (D)*, Michael Padilla (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: HLVMC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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NM bill #SB171 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Redaction Of Personal Info In Public Records
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends New Mexico state law regarding public records in county clerks' offices, specifically focusing on protecting personal information during document recording and access. The bill requires county clerks to redact three specific pieces of personal information before documents are purchased or digitized by third parties: (1) the month and day of a person's birth date, (2) all but the last four digits of a social security number, and (3) all but the last four digits of a driver's license number. Additionally, the bill maintains existing protections for certain sensitive documents, such as veterans' discharge papers, which can only be accessed by specific authorized individuals, and death certificates, which cannot be purchased, copied, or digitized by third parties until 50 years after the date of death. The legislation aims to balance public access to records with individual privacy concerns by providing clear guidelines for what personal information must be protected when documents are made available or digitized.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; PROVIDING FOR REDACTION OF CERTAIN INFORMATION; AMENDING A SECTION OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Trujillo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee (00:00:00 3/14/2025 Room 311)
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NM bill #SB254 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Cybersecurity Act & Office Changes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Cybersecurity Act by renaming the Cybersecurity Office to the "Office of Cybersecurity" and expanding its responsibilities and powers. The bill changes the composition and duties of the Cybersecurity Advisory Committee, reducing the number of members from some categories while adding specific requirements for gubernatorial appointments to ensure diverse expertise from sectors like education, healthcare, homeland security, and private cybersecurity. The office will continue to oversee cybersecurity functions for state agencies, including developing security standards, monitoring networks, creating incident response plans, and offering cybersecurity services to local governments. The bill maintains the committee's requirement to meet at least every two months and produce annual reports to legislative committees and the governor about the state's cybersecurity preparedness. The changes aim to enhance the state's cybersecurity infrastructure by broadening the expertise and capabilities of the office and its advisory committee, with a focus on protecting state information technology systems and infrastructure. Committee members will continue to serve without pay but will receive per diem and mileage expenses.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CYBERSECURITY; AMENDING THE CYBERSECURITY ACT; CHANGING THE NAME AND DUTIES OF THE CYBERSECURITY OFFICE; CHANGING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE CYBERSECURITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Michael Padilla (D)*, Debbie Sariñana (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee (00:00:00 3/14/2025 Room 311)
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FL bill #S1174 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Licensure of Family Foster Homes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing law regarding the licensure of family foster homes by requiring the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to create rules that make it easier for foster home licensees to amend their existing licenses when they move to a new location within Florida. Specifically, the bill mandates that licensees should be able to modify their current license without having to submit an entirely new application, and that such amendment requests will be processed with priority. The existing licensing framework already requires foster homes to obtain a license from DCF, which is valid for one year and must be displayed prominently at the foster home's location. The new provision aims to simplify the administrative process for foster home providers who relocate, making it less burdensome to maintain their licensing status. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving the DCF time to develop the necessary rules and procedures to implement the new amendment process.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to licensure of family foster homes; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; requiring the Department of Children and Families to adopt rules to ensure that certain licensees may amend their licenses without submitting new applications and that the amended license process receives priority; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Children, Families, and Elder Affairs, Shev Jones (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Now in Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services
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RI bill #S0792 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Authorizes and regulates the distribution of the product known as "kratom."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes and regulates the distribution of kratom, a substance derived from the mitragyna speciosa plant, in Rhode Island. The comprehensive legislation establishes a detailed framework for kratom sales, including strict licensing requirements for manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers. Key provisions include prohibiting sales to individuals under 21, mandating specific product labeling that warns about potential health risks, and setting standards for product composition and safety. The bill requires kratom products to be free from dangerous substances, heavy metals, and synthetic additives, and limits the concentration of active alkaloids. Retailers must display age restriction signs and verify customer age through government-issued photo identification. The legislation also imposes a 15% tax on kratom products and establishes significant penalties for non-compliance, including fines up to $5,000 and potential license revocation. Additionally, the bill prevents the placement of mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine on the state's controlled substances schedule, effectively creating a regulated legal framework for kratom sales. The provisions are set to take effect on April 1, 2026, giving businesses and regulators time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: This act would authorize and regulate the distribution of the product known as "kratom", and would ban the adulteration of kratom with a dangerous non-kratom substance as to render the product injurious to a consumer. The act would require that any kratom product contain adequate labeling directions necessary for safe and effective use by consumers. This act would take effect on April 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Hanna Gallo (D)*, Sue Sosnowski (D), Brian Thompson (D), John Burke (D), Melissa Murray (D), Matt LaMountain (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services
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MS bill #HB916 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Cigarettes and vape products; require Commissioner of Revenue to establish separate directories to regulate sale of.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulatory requirements for cigarettes and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) products sold in Mississippi, aimed at creating transparent and controlled sales processes. The bill requires cigarette and ENDS product manufacturers to submit annual certifications to the Commissioner of Revenue, including detailed information about their products, FDA marketing authorizations, and brand families. The Commissioner will maintain public directories for both cigarettes and ENDS products, listing only manufacturers and products that have submitted complete and accurate certifications. Retailers, distributors, and wholesalers will be prohibited from selling products not included in these directories, with a 60-day grace period to sell existing inventory after the directories are published. The legislation imposes escalating civil and criminal penalties for violations, ranging from $500 to $1,500 per product per day, with potential additional penalties for repeated infractions or products containing controlled substances. Manufacturers must also appoint registered agents in Mississippi and may be required to post surety bonds. The bill mandates unannounced compliance checks by the Department of Revenue and allows the Attorney General to conduct random inspections. Manufacturers must notify the Commissioner of any material changes to their certifications, and the Commissioner is required to submit annual reports to the Legislature detailing the directory's status and enforcement activities. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with implementation deadlines for various provisions in late 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act Relating To The Sale Of Cigarettes In Mississippi; To Define Certain Terms; To Require Each Cigarette Manufacturer Whose Cigarettes Are Sold In Mississippi To File An Annual Certification With The Commissioner Of Revenue Containing Specified Information About The Manufacturer And Its Cigarettes; To Require The Commissioner To Maintain A State Cigarette Directory Available To The Public On The Department Of Revenue's Website; To Prohibit The Sale Of A Manufacturer's Cigarettes If The Manufacturer Is Not Listed On The Directory; To Give Retailers And Importers, Distributors And Wholesalers An Opportunity To Dispose Of Their Cigarette Inventory That Is Not Authorized To Be Sold In The Directory Before The Inventory Is Seized; To Establish Civil Penalties For Retailers And Other Entities Selling Cigarettes That Are Not Included In The Directory; To Require Manufacturers To Have A Registered Agent In The State For Service Of Process; To Require Unannounced Compliance Checks By The Department Of Revenue; To Authorize The Commissioner Of Revenue To Promulgate Rules And Regulations, And To Use Fees And Penalties Collected, For The Administration And Enforcement Of This Act; To Require Annual Reports To The Legislature On The Status Of The State Cigarette Directory And Enforcement Activities; To Bring Forward Section 27-69-53, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Authorizes The Confiscation Of Cigarettes Not Having Stamps Affixed To The Package As Required Under The Tobacco Tax Law, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 27-69-55, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Establishes Procedures For The Seizure Of Certain Tobacco Products Under The Tobacco Tax Law, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 27-69-59, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provides For The Search And Seizure Of Illegally Sold Tobacco Products, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Provide That, No Later Than September 1, 2025, Every Manufacturer Of An Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ends) Product That Is Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi Shall Execute And Deliver To The Commissioner Of Revenue A Certification That The Manufacturer Is Compliant With This Act And Federal Law; To Provide That The Information Submitted By The Manufacturer Is Considered Confidential Commercial Or Financial Information For Purposes Of The Mississippi Public Records Act Of 1983; To Provide That, Beginning On October 1, 2025, The Commissioner Shall Maintain And Make Publicly Available On The Department Of Revenue's Official Website A Directory That Lists All Ends Product Manufacturers, Brand Names, Categories, Product Names, And Flavors For Which Certification Forms Have Been Submitted And Approved By The Commissioner And Shall Require The Update Of The Directory At Least Monthly To Ensure Accuracy; To Require The Commissioner To Establish A Process To Provide Manufacturers, Licensed Retailers, Distributors, And Wholesalers Notice Of The Initial Publication Of The Directory And Changes Made To The Directory In The Prior Month; To Provide That Neither A Manufacturer Nor Its Ends Products Shall Be Included Or Retained In The Directory If The Commissioner Determines That The Manufacturer Failed To Provide A Complete And Accurate Certification And Provide Payment; To Provide That, After 30 Calendar Days Following Removal From The Directory, The Ends Product Of A Manufacturer Identified In The Notice Of Removal And Intended For Sale In Mississippi Are Subject To Seizure, Forfeiture, And Destruction, And Shall Not Be Purchased Or Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi; To Provide That, Beginning On October 1, 2025, Or On The Date That The Commissioner First Makes The Directory Available For Public Inspection On The Department Of Revenue's Website, Whichever Is Later, Ends Products Not Included In The Directory, Shall Not Be Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi, Either Directly Or Through An Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Retailer, Or Similar Intermediary Or Intermediaries; To Provide That Each Retailer Shall Have 60 Days From The Date That The Commissioner First Makes The Directory Available For Inspection On The Department's Website To Sell Products That Were In Its Inventory And Not Included In The Directory Or Remove Those Products From Inventory; To Provide That, After 60 Calendar Days Following Publication Of The Directory, Ends Products Not Listed In The Directory And Intended For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi Are Subject To Seizure, Forfeiture, And Destruction, And May Not Be Purchased Or Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi Except As Otherwise Provided; To Provide That A Manufacturer, Retailer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Or Importer Who Sells Or Offers For Sale An Ends Product For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi That Is Not Included In The Directory Shall Be Subject To A Criminal Penalty Of Not More Than $500.00 Per Day For Each Individual Ends Product Offered For Sale In Violation Of This Act, Which Shall Be Increased To At Least $750.00, But Not More Than $1,000.00, Per Product Per Day For A Second Violation In A 12-month Period, And To At Least $1,000.00, But Not More Than $1,500.00, Per Product Per Day For A Third Violation In A 12-month Period; To Provide That, For Subsequent Violations, The Attorney General Or District Attorney May Bring An Action In State Court To Prevent A Manufacturer, Retailer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Or Importer From Selling Or Offering To Sell An Ends Product That Is Not Included In The Directory; To Provide For Treble Penalties, Plus Any Other Penalty Provided By Law For The Sale, Possession, Or Furnishing Of A Controlled Substance, If The Ends Product Contains Any Controlled Substance That Causes The Recipient To Require Emergency Medical Care; To Provide That A Manufacturer Whose Ends Products Are Not Listed In The Directory And Who Causes The Products That Are Not Listed To Be Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi, Is Subject To A Civil Penalty Of $2,500.00 For Each Individual Ends Product Offered For Sale In Violation Of This Act; To Require A Manufacturer Located Outside Of The United States To Cause Each Of Its Importers Of Any Of Its Products To Be Sold In Mississippi To Appoint, And Continually Engage Without Interruption, The Services Of An Agent In The State; To Require A Manufacturer To Provide Written Notice To The Commissioner 30 Calendar Days Prior To The Termination Of The Authority Of An Agent; To Provide That Each Retailer, Distributor, And Wholesaler That Sells Or Distributes Ends Products In This State Shall Be Subject To At Least Two Unannounced Compliance Checks By The Department Of Revenue; To Provide That The Attorney General's Office Shall Also Have The Authority To Conduct Random, Unannounced Inspections At Locations Where Ends Products Are Sold To Ensure Compliance With This Act; To Provide That, Beginning On January 31, 2026, And Annually Thereafter, The Commissioner Shall Provide A Report To The Legislature That Contains Certain Information Related To The Registry; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Trey Lamar (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Enrolled Bill Signed
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FL bill #H0911 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Occupational Therapy Compact Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new exemptions for the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission related to public records and meetings. Specifically, the bill exempts certain personal identifying information of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants from public disclosure, protecting details beyond their name, licensure status, and licensure number. The bill also creates exemptions for certain closed-door meetings of the commission, allowing private discussions on sensitive topics such as internal personnel matters, potential litigation, contract negotiations, investigative records, and other confidential information. Any recordings, minutes, or records generated during these exempt meetings will also be kept confidential. These exemptions are necessary for Florida to participate in the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact and ensure the efficient administration of the compact's requirements. The exemptions will be subject to legislative review and are set to automatically expire on October 2, 2029, unless the Legislature votes to continue them. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 909) during the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 468.227, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission authorizing disclosure of the information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings, or portions of meetings, of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or exempt portions of meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2025
• Added: 02/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Adam Anderson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/23/2025
• Last Action: Reported out of Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
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UT bill #SB0164 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Modifications to Election Law
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: Based on the bill text, here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill makes numerous technical modifications to Utah's election laws, focusing on clarifying and standardizing various administrative processes related to elections, candidacy, signature gathering, and reporting requirements. The bill introduces several key changes, including: defining new terms like "business day" and "calendar day"; modifying deadlines for various election-related activities; establishing more detailed requirements for signature gathering and candidate nomination processes; creating new chain of custody and tracking requirements for candidate signature packets; and implementing additional transparency and audit measures for signature verification. The bill also updates procedures for handling vacancies in elected offices, adjusts reporting timelines for campaign finance disclosures, and refines rules around watchers and election observation. Many of the changes appear aimed at providing greater consistency, clarity, and procedural rigor in election administration, with particular attention to signature gathering, candidate qualification, and financial reporting processes. The modifications apply to various levels of elections, including state, county, municipal, and special district elections, and impact processes for primaries, general elections, and special elections.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions relating to elections.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Paul Cutler (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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RI bill #S0824 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Creates the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Reproductive Freedom and Gender-Affirming Care Health Data Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive protections for sensitive health data in Rhode Island. The bill requires regulated entities and small businesses to obtain explicit consent before collecting, sharing, or selling consumer health data related to reproductive or gender-affirming care. It defines consumer health data broadly, including information about abortions, gender-affirming treatments, and sexual health services. Key provisions include mandating clear privacy policies, giving consumers the right to access, delete, and withdraw consent for their health data, and prohibiting the use of geofencing around healthcare facilities to track or collect patient information. The legislation imposes strict requirements for data collection, including obtaining separate authorizations for selling data, implementing robust data security practices, and limiting data access to only necessary personnel. Consumers can take legal action for violations, and the attorney general can enforce the law. The bill provides exemptions for certain types of medical information and research, and it applies to businesses collecting data from Rhode Island residents or those present in the state. Regulated entities must comply by January 1, 2026, and small businesses by April 1, 2026, with potential penalties including injunctive relief, compensatory and punitive damages, and attorneys' fees.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Matt LaMountain (D)*, Val Lawson (D), Melissa Murray (D), Lou DiPalma (D), Victoria Gu (D), Sue Sosnowski (D), Lori Urso (D), Jacob Bissaillon (D), Mark McKenney (D), Lammis Vargas (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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ME bill #LD1088 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An Act to Enact the Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive data privacy protections for Maine residents starting July 1, 2026. The law applies to businesses that process personal data of a significant number of consumers and requires controllers (businesses) to limit data collection, provide clear privacy notices, and obtain consent before processing sensitive information. Consumers gain several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, request corrections or deletions, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain types of profiling. The law provides special protections for children's data, requiring parental consent for processing data of children under 13 and restricting targeted advertising for children between 13 and 16. Businesses must implement reasonable data security practices, conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities, and establish mechanisms for consumers to exercise their rights. The Attorney General has exclusive enforcement authority, with a requirement to provide 30 days' notice before taking action, and any penalties will be deposited into a new Maine Privacy Fund. The bill also repeals existing law governing broadband internet customer privacy and mandates a report to the legislature by January 1, 2028, to evaluate the law's implementation.
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Bill Summary: This bill enacts the Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act, which takes effect July 1, 2026. The Act regulates the collection, use, processing, disclosure, sale and deletion of nonpublicly available personal data that is linked or reasonably linkable to an individual who is a resident of the State, referred to in the Act as a "consumer," by a person that conducts business in this State or that produces products or services targeted to residents of this State, referred to in the Act as a "controller." Under the Act, a controller must limit the collection of personal data to what is adequate, relevant and reasonably necessary in relation to the purposes for which the controller processes that data, as disclosed in a privacy notice specifying the categories of personal data processed by the controller, the purposes for processing the personal data, the categories of personal data transferred to 3rd parties and the categories of 3rd parties to whom personal data is shared. The Act also requires a controller to process the minimum amount of personal data reasonably necessary, adequate or relevant for each disclosed processing purpose. A consumer has the right, under the Act, to confirm whether a controller is processing the consumer's personal data; to require the controller to correct inaccuracies in or delete the consumer's personal data; to obtain a copy of the consumer's personal data; and to opt out of the processing of the consumer's personal data for purposes of targeted advertising, sale or profiling in furtherance of decisions about the consumer's access to financial or lending services, housing, insurance, education, criminal justice, employment opportunities, health care services and essential goods and services. The privacy notice must describe how a consumer may exercise these rights. The controller must obtain the affirmative, informed consent of a consumer before processing the consumer's sensitive data, including data revealing the consumer's race or ethnic origins, religious beliefs, mental or physical health conditions or diagnoses, sexual orientation or citizenship or immigration status; genetic or biometric data; precise geolocation data; complete social security, driver's license or nondriver identification card number; specific financial or account access information; data of a known child who has not attained 13 years of age; or data concerning the consumer's status as the victim of a crime. If the controller knows that the consumer has not attained 13 years of age, the controller may not process the consumer's data for any purpose without parental consent. If the controller knows or willfully disregards that the consumer is at least 13 years of age but has not attained 16 years of age, the controller may not process the consumer's data for targeted advertising and must obtain the consumer's consent before processing the consumer's data for sale. The Act prohibits a controller from processing data in a manner that discriminates against a person in violation of state or federal law. A controller is also prohibited from retaliating against a consumer for exercising the consumer's rights under the Act, except that a controller may offer different prices or selection of goods in connection with a consumer's voluntary participation in a bona fide loyalty or discount program. A controller must establish, implement and maintain reasonable data security practices and a retention schedule that requires the deletion or de-identification of personal data when retention of the data is no longer reasonably necessary and relevant to the purposes for which data is processed or when deletion of the data is required by law. Beginning July 1, 2026, if a controller engages in a data processing activity that presents a heightened risk of harm to a consumer, including processing any data for targeted advertising, sale or profiling or any processing of sensitive data, the controller must conduct and document a data protection assessment to identify and weigh the benefits and potential risks of the processing activity. The controller may be required to disclose the data protection assessment to the Attorney General, who must keep it confidential, when the assessment is relevant to an investigation conducted by the Attorney General. The Act further prohibits any person from establishing a geofence within 1,750 feet of any in-person health care facility in the State, other than the operator of the facility, for the purpose of identifying, tracking, collecting data from or sending a notification regarding consumer health data to consumers who enter that area. The provisions of the Act do not apply to specifically enumerated persons, including the State, political subdivisions of the State and federally recognized Indian tribes in the State; financial institutions or their affiliates subject to the federal Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act that are directly and solely engaged in financial activities; state-licensed and authorized insurers that are in compliance with applicable Maine laws governing insurer data security and data privacy; and persons that both processed the personal data of fewer than 25,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year and derived no more than 25% of gross revenue from the sale of personal data. The Act also does not apply to persons that controlled or processed the personal data for purposes other than completing payment transactions of fewer than 100,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year, except that, beginning January 1, 2028, this exception applies only to persons that controlled or processed the personal data for purposes other than completing payment transactions of fewer than 50,000 consumers in the preceding calendar year. In addition, the provisions of the Act do not apply to specifically enumerated types of data, including: nonpublic personal information regulated under the federal Gramm-Leach- Bliley Act; protected health information under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996; personal data regulated by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974; data processed and maintained by the controller regarding an applicant for employment or employee to the extent the data is collected and used within the context of that role; and data necessary for the controller to administer benefits. The Maine Consumer Data Privacy Act also does not prohibit controllers from engaging in specifically enumerated activities, including complying with Maine or federal law; complying with investigations or subpoenas from governmental authorities including the Federal Government and the government of the State or a federally recognized Indian tribe in the State; cooperating with federal, Maine or tribal law enforcement agencies; providing a product or service specifically requested by the consumer; protecting life and physical safety of consumers and preventing or responding to security incidents; and conducting internal product research, effectuating a product recall or performing other internal operations aligned with the expectations of a consumer. Violations of the Act may be enforced exclusively by the Attorney General under the Maine Unfair Trade Practices Act. Absent a showing of immediate irreparable harm, the Attorney General is required to provide a potential defendant with at least 30 days' notice prior to initiating an enforcement action, during which time the potential defendant may confer with the Attorney General to avoid the action. Any civil penalties, attorney's fees or costs awarded to the State for a violation of the Act must be deposited in the Maine Privacy Fund, which is established to provide funding for the enforcement staff and activities of the Department of the Attorney General. The Act further requires the Attorney General to submit a report by January 1, 2028 to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over judiciary matters regarding the operation and implementation of the Act. The committee may report out legislation related to the report to the Second Regular Session of the 133rd Legislature. The bill also repeals the current law governing the privacy of broadband Internet access service customer personal information because broadband Internet access service providers are subject to the provisions of the Act.
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• Introduced: 03/14/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Rachel Henderson (R)*, Jennifer Poirier (R), Tiffany Roberts (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: The Bill was REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY pursuant to Joint Rule 308.2 and ordered printed pursuant to Joint Rule 401.
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TX bill #HB1798 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in property tax appraisal records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Tax Code to expand the list of individuals who can request confidentiality of their home address in property tax appraisal records. The expanded categories now include several new groups of professionals and individuals who may face potential safety risks, such as public defenders, employees of university health care providers in corrections facilities, customs and border protection officers, and border patrol agents. The bill also continues to protect the addresses of existing groups like peace officers, victims of family violence or sexual assault, federal and state judges, court employees, child protective services workers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and various law enforcement and judicial professionals. To qualify for address confidentiality, individuals must provide appropriate documentation proving their status or vulnerability, such as protective orders or other independent evidence. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the necessary immediate voting support. This legislation aims to enhance personal safety and privacy for individuals in certain professional roles or who have experienced specific types of trauma.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain home address information in property tax appraisal records.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sam Harless (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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UT bill #HB0128 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Dangerous Weapons Recodification and Cross References
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill: modernizes and reorganizes Utah's weapons laws by recodifying existing statutes into a new, standardized format with clearer definitions and cross-references. Specifically, the bill moves weapons-related provisions from Title 76, Chapter 10 (Weapons) to a new Title 76, Chapter 11 (Weapons), updates and clarifies definitions for terms like "firearm," "dangerous weapon," and "restricted person," and makes numerous technical corrections to references across multiple sections of Utah Code. The bill introduces new sections defining categories of restricted persons (those prohibited from possessing firearms), establishes more precise rules about carrying firearms in different contexts (such as schools and airports), and updates provisions related to firearm sales, background checks, and transfers. The changes aim to improve the clarity and consistency of Utah's weapons laws while maintaining existing legal protections and restrictions. The bill does not fundamentally alter existing firearms regulations but provides a more organized and comprehensible legal framework for weapons-related statutes.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions in the Utah Code addressing dangerous weapons by redrafting statutes into a new structure, reorganizing applicable criminal statutes into a new standardized format, and clarifying existing law.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Matt Gwynn (R)*, Calvin Musselman (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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TX bill #HB1893 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Relating to the disclosure under the public information law of a motor vehicle license plate number captured in a video recording obtained or maintained by a law enforcement agency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas state law to clarify the public disclosure of motor vehicle license plate numbers captured in law enforcement video recordings. Specifically, the bill amends two sections of Texas law (in the Government Code and Transportation Code) to explicitly state that license plate numbers visually or audibly recorded by law enforcement agencies can be included in video recordings released in response to public information requests. The new provisions make clear that license plate numbers are not considered confidential information and law enforcement agencies are not required to redact them from videos before public disclosure. However, the bill does not prevent law enforcement from using other existing legal exceptions to withhold information. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and aim to increase transparency by making it easier for the public to access video recordings that contain license plate information through public information requests.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the disclosure under the public information law of a motor vehicle license plate number captured in a video recording obtained or maintained by a law enforcement agency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Cook (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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UT bill #HB0424 • Last Action 03/14/2025
School Activity Eligibility Commission Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions related to the School Activity Eligibility Commission (commission), which determines the eligibility of students participating in gender-designated interscholastic activities. The bill expands the commission's membership to include more specific medical and sports professionals, such as endocrinologists, sports physiologists, and pediatricians. It establishes a more detailed process for students seeking to participate in gender-designated activities that do not correspond with their sex designation on their unamended birth certificate. The commission must now hold non-public meetings to evaluate a student's eligibility, considering factors such as potential safety risks and competitive advantages. The bill introduces a new definition of "unamended birth certificate" and specifies that the commission's eligibility determination is valid only for the relevant school year. The legislation also mandates strict confidentiality around student identities and eligibility decisions, with limited disclosure allowed only to the relevant athletic association. Additionally, the bill clarifies requirements for athletic associations regarding student documentation and participation, ensuring compliance with various state regulations. The changes aim to provide a structured, evidence-based approach to determining student participation in interscholastic activities while protecting student privacy and maintaining fair competition.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions regarding the School Activity Eligibility Commission (commission).
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Nelson Abbott (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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TX bill #HB1975 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature and to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances protections for victims of sexual offenses and sex trafficking by modifying several legal procedures and confidentiality provisions. The bill expands restrictions on the use and dissemination of evidence collected during forensic medical examinations, ensuring that such evidence cannot be used to prosecute victims for minor offenses and must be kept under seal during court proceedings. It removes age-specific language around invasive visual recordings, making protections more universal, and creates new provisions for discovering confidential communications or records in cases involving sexual offenses. The legislation also allows victims to use a pseudonym in public records to protect their identity, prohibits electronic transmission of court proceedings involving sexual offenses without victim consent, and creates an exception to public information disclosure requirements for electronic evidence obtained during investigations of sexual crimes. These changes aim to provide greater privacy, protection, and support for victims of sexual offenses and sex trafficking, while still maintaining necessary legal procedures for prosecution. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and applies to court proceedings and public information requests initiated on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature and to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Cook (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
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UT bill #HB0434 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Health and Human Services Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical amendments and modifications to the Utah Health and Human Services Code, primarily focusing on reorganizing and clarifying the responsibilities of the Department of Health and Human Services. The bill updates various sections of state law related to departmental operations, including modifications to administrative structures, background check procedures, crisis response protocols, child support services, and school safety programs. Key provisions include: establishing new organizational structures within the department, refining rules for employee background checks, updating mental health crisis service requirements, modifying child support review processes, adjusting school guardian and safety specialist programs, and making technical corrections to various references and definitions. The bill appears aimed at improving administrative efficiency, clarifying departmental responsibilities, and ensuring more effective public health and human services delivery across multiple state agencies and programs. The amendments generally do not create substantial new policy but instead streamline existing regulatory frameworks and update statutory language to reflect current operational practices.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to the Department of Health and Human Services.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Cheryl Acton (R)*, Keven Stratton (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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TX bill #HB2388 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Relating to the definition of a governmental body for the purposes of the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the definition of a "governmental body" under Texas public information law by adding a new category (subsection xvi) that includes "a nonprofit state association or organization primarily composed of similarly situated political subdivisions" to the existing list of entities considered governmental bodies. The expanded definition continues to encompass a wide range of public entities such as government boards, commissions, agencies, county and municipal governing bodies, school district boards, special district governing boards, and certain nonprofit organizations receiving public funds. The bill maintains existing exclusions for the judiciary and certain economic development entities with limited public funding and minimal governmental involvement. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, which means that the new, broader definition of governmental body will only impact information requests made from that date forward, potentially increasing transparency by including more organizations under public information disclosure requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the definition of a governmental body for the purposes of the public information law.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Helen Kerwin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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MS bill #HB1414 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Workforce Enhancement Training Fund; revise administration of and make technical changes to.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the administration of the Workforce Enhancement Training Fund by transferring oversight from the Mississippi Community College Board to the Mississippi Office of Workforce Development. The bill modifies several sections of Mississippi law to clarify the Office of Workforce Development's role in managing workforce training contributions and funds. Key provisions include changing the collection and distribution of workforce training contributions, specifying that community and junior colleges will be the primary entities to facilitate training, and establishing more detailed reporting requirements for workforce development activities. The bill maintains the existing structure of collecting contributions at a rate of 0.20% of taxable wages, with 0.15% going to workforce enhancement training, 0.01% to workforce development, and 0.04% to workforce works programs. The legislation aims to streamline workforce training administration, improve accountability, and ensure more coordinated workforce development efforts across state agencies. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for agencies to prepare for the new administrative structure.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 71-5-353, 37-153-7 And 71-5-453, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Mississippi Office Of Workforce Development Shall Administer And Oversee The Mississippi Workforce Enhancement Training Fund; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Donnie Bell (R)*, Dana McLean (R)*, Otis Anthony (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Due From Governor 03/20/25
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NH bill #HB400 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Requiring a public body's collective bargaining negotiations to be deemed public meetings and requiring that arguments made and information generated during the meetings be made available to the public under the right-to-know law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies New Hampshire's Right-to-Know law by changing how collective bargaining negotiations are treated under public meeting regulations. Specifically, the bill removes the current language that allows strategy or negotiations related to collective bargaining to be conducted in private, and instead requires that collective bargaining negotiations involving a public body be considered public meetings. This means that when negotiations occur between a public body (like a government agency or school district) and a labor union, those negotiations must be open to the public, with arguments made and information generated during these meetings becoming accessible under right-to-know provisions. The only exception appears to be when only one negotiating party is present. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, giving public bodies time to adjust their negotiation practices to comply with the new transparency requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that collective bargaining negotiations with a public body are a meeting under the right-to-know law.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Pamela Brown (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass
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FL bill #S1626 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Child Welfare
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses various aspects of child welfare in Florida, introducing several significant changes. The bill authorizes the Office of Statewide Prosecution to investigate violations related to unaccompanied alien children and expands the definition of a dependent child to include certain immigration-related scenarios. It creates a new Family Advocacy Program that requires the Department of Children and Families to establish agreements with military installations for child protective investigations involving military families. The bill introduces detailed reporting requirements for individuals and entities who obtain physical custody of unaccompanied alien children, including mandatory DNA testing and documentation verification, with potential criminal penalties for non-compliance. Additionally, the bill modifies licensing standards for child care facilities, provides more flexibility for domestic violence centers in obtaining certification, adjusts requirements for foster care and residential child-caring agencies, and creates provisions for handling missing children, particularly those subject to court orders. The legislation also includes technical amendments to various statutes related to child welfare, such as adjusting membership requirements for children's services councils and modifying fire safety standards for certain residential child-caring agencies. Most provisions of the bill are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with some specific sections having different implementation dates.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child welfare; amending s. 16.56, F.S.; authorizing the Office of Statewide Prosecution in the Department of Legal Affairs to investigate and prosecute specified violations; amending s. 39.01, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “child who is found to be dependent”; defining the term “legal custodian”; creating s. 39.3011, F.S.; defining the term “Family Advocacy Program”; requiring the Department of Children and Families to enter into agreements with certain military installations for child protective investigations involving military families; providing requirements for such agreements; amending s. 39.401, F.S.; authorizing a law enforcement officer or an authorized agent of the department to take a child into custody who is the subject of a specified court order; amending s. 39.5075, F.S.; authorizing, rather than requiring, the department or a community-based care provider to petition the court for a specified order; providing that a certain order may be issued only if a certain petition is filed by specified entities; creating s. 39.5077, F.S.; defining the term “unaccompanied alien child”; requiring any natural person who meets certain criteria to report certain information to the department; requiring that such report be submitted within a specified time period; requiring any natural person who meets certain criteria to verify his or her relationship with an unaccompanied alien child in certain ways; requiring the person verifying his or her relationship with such child to pay for DNA testing; requiring such person to verify his or her relationship within a specified time period; requiring certain entities to submit a specified report to the department within a specified time period; requiring a specified attestation; providing criminal penalties and civil fines; requiring the department to notify certain persons or entities of certain requirements; requiring the department to notify local law enforcement, the Office of Refugee Resettlement, and United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to adopt certain rules; requiring certain persons or entities to submit a report to the central abuse hotline under certain circumstances; amending s. 39.905, F.S.; authorizing the department to waive a specified requirement if there is an emergency need for a new domestic violence center, to issue a provisional certification to such center under certain circumstances, and to adopt rules relating to provisional certifications; amending s. 125.901, F.S.; revising membership requirements for certain independent special districts; authorizing the county governing board to select an interim appointment for a vacancy under certain circumstances; amending s. 402.305, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; amending s. 409.145, F.S.; requiring the department to establish a fee schedule for daily room and board rates for certain children by a date certain, which may include different rates based on a child’s acuity level or the geographic location of the residential child-caring agency; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; authorizing the department to extend the expiration date of a license by a specified amount of time for a certain purpose; amending s. 409.993, F.S.; specifying that subcontractors of lead agencies that are direct providers of foster care and related services are not liable for certain acts or omissions; providing that certain contract provisions are void and unenforceable; amending s. 553.73, F.S.; prohibiting the Florida Building Commission from mandating the installation of fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system in certain agencies licensed by the department; amending s. 633.208, F.S.; providing that certain residential child-caring agencies are not required to install fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system under certain circumstances; amending s. 937.0201, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “missing child”; amending s. 937.021, F.S.; specifying the entity with jurisdiction for accepting missing child reports under certain circumstances; amending ss. 402.30501, 1002.57, and 1002.59, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Children, Families, and Elder Affairs, Erin Grall (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Now in Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services
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FL bill #H1097 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Insurance Research
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management at Florida State University, significantly expanding its research scope and responsibilities. The center will now conduct comprehensive research on various insurance-related topics, including storm forecasting, insurance market dynamics, consumer protections, claims practices, reinsurance markets, building resilience, and specific insurance programs. The center is required to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing Florida's property insurance market, projecting its outlook over 1, 5, 10, and 20 years, and offering recommendations for improving insurance availability and affordability. Additionally, the bill transfers management of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University and requires the center to develop a program to encourage actuarial science students to work in public sector risk management. The bill also appropriates $5 million in recurring funds and $1.5 million in nonrecurring funds for the center's establishment and maintenance, with the changes set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The center is now authorized to conduct research in response to legislative inquiries and requests from the Office of Insurance Regulation, broadening its potential impact on Florida's insurance landscape.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance research; amending s. 1004.647, F.S.; renaming the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; revising the purpose of the center; revising the duties of the center; providing areas of interest for research; requiring the center to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing the property insurance market in this state; requiring that the report be published by a specified date and updated at least biennially; requiring the center to develop a program with the office and the Actuarial Science Program at the Florida State University for a specified purpose; requiring the center to use the public hurricane loss projection model when necessary; requiring the center to conduct research in response to inquiries from the Legislature; authorizing the center to conduct research in response to requests from the office; amending s. 627.06281, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with the center to manage the public hurricane loss projection model; requiring the center to update the model; providing that certain fees charged for access and use of the model do not apply to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; providing for a type two transfer of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University; amending s. 627.06292, F.S.; making conforming changes; providing appropriations; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jennifer Canady (R)*, Hillary Cassel (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Now in Budget Committee
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UT bill #HB0542 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Economic Development Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive amendments to Utah's economic development and broadband infrastructure laws. It primarily reorganizes and updates the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO), modifying its structure, responsibilities, and strategic planning processes. The bill eliminates the existing Unified Economic Opportunity Commission and transfers its responsibilities directly to the GOEO, giving the office more direct authority in developing economic development strategies. Key changes include requiring the office to create a statewide economic development strategy that coordinates efforts across various agencies, identifies targeted industries, and focuses on long-term economic growth. The bill also makes significant changes to the Utah Broadband Center, moving it from the Governor's Office to the Department of Transportation and updating its grant programs and coordination responsibilities. Additionally, the legislation adjusts various definitions, reporting requirements, and administrative processes related to economic development, workforce training, and technology infrastructure. The bill includes provisions for renumbering sections of state code, removing certain subcommittees, and making technical corrections to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of economic development efforts in Utah. The changes are intended to streamline economic development processes, enhance strategic planning, and provide more focused support for business growth and technological infrastructure across the state.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions of the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jon Hawkins (R)*, Chris Wilson (R)
• Versions: 11 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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NH bill #HB74 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Defining the term citizen for the purposes of the right to know law and including preliminary drafts circulated to a quorum of a majority of a public body as disclosable documents.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies New Hampshire's right to know law by expanding the definition of "citizen" and increasing transparency around public body documents. Specifically, the bill defines a "citizen" as not just a person domiciled in New Hampshire, but also to include press organizations acting to inform New Hampshire citizens, regardless of their physical location. Additionally, the bill requires that preliminary drafts circulated to a quorum or majority of a public body must now be made available for public inspection, alongside other meeting materials like notes, tapes, and minutes. The legislation emphasizes the importance of free speech and press liberty, stating that these organizations play a crucial role in maintaining freedom by providing information to citizens. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, giving government bodies time to adjust to the new document disclosure requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill defines the term citizen as a citizen of New Hampshire, includes the press in the definition of citizen, and provides for disclosure of preliminary drafts circulated to a quorum or majority of a public body.
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• Introduced: 12/23/2024
• Added: 12/24/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jess Edwards (R)*, Bob Lynn (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/04/2025
• Last Action: Retained in Committee
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MS bill #HB856 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Pharmacy Practice Act; extend repealer on.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act's repealer (expiration date) from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2028, effectively continuing the state's existing pharmacy regulations for an additional three years. The bill reenacts several sections of the existing Pharmacy Practice Act with some minor, non-substantive changes, including technical corrections like changing "insure" to "ensure" in some sections. Key provisions include maintaining the State Board of Pharmacy's regulatory authority over pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy practices, preserving existing rules about prescription monitoring, drug dispensing, and professional conduct. The bill also continues provisions related to licensing requirements, disciplinary actions, and the board's ability to investigate and regulate pharmacy-related activities. Essentially, this is a routine legislative action to prevent the automatic expiration of important pharmacy regulations, ensuring continued oversight and standardization of pharmacy practices in Mississippi without making significant substantive changes to the existing law.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 73-21-69, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act; To Reenact Sections 73-21-71 Through 73-21-129, Which Are The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act; To Amend Reenacted Sections 73-21-85, 73-21-103 And 73-21-111, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Make Some Minor, Nonsubstantive Changes; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-97, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On The Provision Of Law That Authorizes The State Board Of Pharmacy To Take Disciplinary Action Against A Person Licensed Under The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act For Violations Of The Patient's Right To Informed Health Care Choices Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Samuel Creekmore IV (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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ND bill #SB2144 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Information required in applications for professional employer services licensure, confidential records maintained by the secretary of state, notification provided to and fees charged by a notary public, notification provided to the registrant of a trade name, and fees charged by the secretary of state; and to provide a penalty.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to North Dakota state law affecting professional employer services, notary publics, trade name registrations, and secretary of state fees. For professional employer organizations, the bill modifies application requirements by removing the requirement to provide tax identification numbers and adjusting the list of mandatory information, such as ownership statements and management details. The bill also changes confidentiality provisions for certain records, clarifying that audited financial reports and job service reports remain confidential. For notary publics, the bill allows them to charge a maximum of five dollars per notarial act and permits additional fees for travel and technology use under specific conditions. Trade name registration procedures are updated, including notification methods and registration renewal processes. The secretary of state's fee structure is revised, streamlining the fees charged for various services like document searches, filing transactions, and preparing information compilations. The bill also includes provisions for handling rejected filings and clarifies payment requirements, ensuring that the secretary of state can efficiently manage administrative processes while maintaining transparency in fee collection and record-keeping.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend and reenact subsection 2 of section 43-55-03, section 43-55-09, subsection 8 of section 44-06.1-20, and sections 44-06.1-28, 47-25-04, 47-25-07, and 54-09-04 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to information required in applications for professional employer services licensure, confidential records maintained by the secretary of state, notification provided to and fees charged by a notary public, notification provided to the registrant of a trade name, and fees charged by the secretary of state; and to provide a penalty.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 69th Legislative Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Jerry Klein (R)*, Jeff Barta (R)*, Kristin Roers (R)*, Austen Schauer (R), Jonathan Warrey (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Signed by Speaker
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UT bill #SB0154 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Legislative Audit Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive amendments to the duties, powers, and operations of the Office of the Legislative Auditor General in Utah. The bill clarifies that the legislative auditor general has constitutional authority to conduct investigations and audits, and expands the office's powers to review and monitor government and receiving organizations. Key provisions include establishing a new process for handling privileged information during audits, where an arbitrator can help resolve disputes about privileged documents, and detailing the office's ability to request and access information from entities being audited. The bill also adds new requirements for entities to respond to audit findings, including creating audit response plans, providing updates on implementing recommendations, and reporting potential misappropriation of funds. Additionally, the bill creates a new section allowing the legislative auditor general to review and monitor the Utah System of Higher Education, with the ability to identify areas for performance improvement and establish lists of high-risk programs. The changes aim to enhance the legislative auditor general's oversight capabilities, transparency, and ability to ensure efficient and effective use of public funds across various government and publicly-funded organizations.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill enacts and amends provisions governing the duties and powers of the legislative auditor general.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brady Brammer (R)*, Jordan Teuscher (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 58
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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US bill #HR2136 • Last Action 03/14/2025
To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for enhanced penalties for officers and employees of the Department of Justice and the intelligence communities who conceal, remove, or mutilate Government records, and for other purposes.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide for enhanced penalties for officers and employees of the Department of Justice and the intelligence communities who conceal, remove, or mutilate Government records, and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 03/15/2025
• Added: 03/15/2025
• Session: 119th Congress
• Sponsors: 2 : Anna Luna (R)*, Troy Nehls (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/15/2025
• Last Action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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UT bill #SB0165 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Municipal Broadband Service Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Utah's Municipal Cable Television and Public Telecommunications Services Act to explicitly include broadband services in the regulatory framework, expanding the existing law to address modern digital communication technologies. The bill introduces comprehensive guidelines for municipalities wanting to provide broadband services, similar to existing regulations for cable television and public telecommunications services. Key provisions include requiring municipalities to: conduct feasibility studies before offering broadband services, establish separate enterprise funds, maintain transparent pricing and accounting practices, comply with federal communications regulations, avoid cross-subsidization, produce annual reports detailing service performance, and ensure competitive neutrality with private providers. The bill mandates that municipalities pricing broadband services include all applicable taxes and fees, maintain a publicly accessible price list, and cannot provide services outside their geographic boundaries. Additionally, the legislation requires voter approval for revenue bonds related to broadband infrastructure and establishes strict reporting and operational requirements to prevent unfair competitive advantages. The bill takes effect on May 7, 2025, giving municipalities time to adapt to the new regulatory environment.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses a municipality's provision of a broadband service.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lincoln Fillmore (R)*, Ryan Wilcox (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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ND bill #HB1127 • Last Action 03/14/2025
The department of financial institutions, financial institutions, response to department requests, renewal of licenses, orders to cease and desist, issuance of licenses, revocation of licenses, and exemptions from licenses.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to financial institutions regulations in North Dakota, with a primary focus on creating robust data security standards. The bill establishes a new chapter on financial institution data security programs, requiring financial corporations to develop and maintain comprehensive information security programs that protect customer information. Key provisions include mandating risk assessments, implementing safeguards like encryption and multifactor authentication, establishing incident response plans, and requiring annual reporting to leadership. The bill also modifies existing statutes related to licensing, examinations, and regulatory procedures for various financial entities, such as money brokers, mortgage loan originators, and debt settlement providers. Notably, the legislation expands the commissioner's authority to deny licenses, issue cease and desist orders, and revoke licenses under certain circumstances. The bill aims to enhance consumer protection, strengthen cybersecurity measures, and provide the Department of Financial Institutions with more robust oversight tools for regulating financial institutions operating in North Dakota.
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Bill Summary: A BILL for an Act to create and enact chapter 13-01.2 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the financial institution data security program; and to amend and reenact sections 6-01-04.1 and 6-01-04.2, subsection 7 of section 6-03-02, sections 13-04.1-01.1, 13-04.1-11.1, 13-05-07.1, 13-08-10, 13-08-11.1, and 13-09.1-14, subsection 3 of section 13-09.1-17, sections 13-09.1-38 and 13-10-05, subsection 1 of section 13-11-10, section 13-12-19, subsections 6, 21, and 22 of section 13-13-01, and sections 13-13-04 and 13-13-18 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the department of financial institutions, financial institutions, response to department requests, renewal of licenses, orders to cease and desist, issuance of licenses, revocation of licenses, and exemptions from licenses.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2025
• Added: 01/04/2025
• Session: 69th Legislative Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Returned to House (12)
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UT bill #SB0340 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Protected Person Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Security Improvements Act, which provides a legal framework for individuals who are at risk of harm to construct security improvements on their property. The bill defines a "protected person" as someone who has received a credible threat or been physically harmed within the past four years and remains at risk of serious injury or death. The legislation establishes a certification process where an applicant can submit an application to a certifying officer to obtain a protection certificate for security improvements. These improvements must be constructed within the boundaries of the protected property and cannot interfere with other property owners' rights. The land use authority is required to review building permit applications for security improvements solely for compliance with state construction and fire codes, and these improvements are exempt from most local land use regulations. The bill also adds provisions to protect the confidentiality of records related to these security improvements and waives governmental immunity for actions brought under the new law. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to provide a legal mechanism for vulnerable individuals to enhance their personal safety through targeted property improvements.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill enacts provisions relating to the construction of a security improvement to real property belonging to an individual who is certified to be at risk of harm.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Don Ipson (R)*, Tyler Clancy (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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ND bill #HB1061 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Fair treatment of victims.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two subsections of North Dakota law to improve victim rights and notification in criminal cases. The first amendment expands the types of releases that victims must be notified about, specifically adding "education release" to the existing list of transfer notifications like work-release or community residential programs. The second amendment enhances victims' participation in parole and pardon processes by clarifying their rights to submit written statements and potentially appear in person, particularly for victims of violent crimes. The bill also specifies that victim statements and testimony remain confidential and can only be shared with the parole board, governor, or pardon advisory board. Additionally, the amendment requires that registered victims must be notified about pending reviews, subsequent decisions, and potential release dates for prisoners seeking parole or pardon. These changes aim to ensure victims are more comprehensively informed and have meaningful opportunities to provide input in criminal justice proceedings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend and reenact subsections 17 and 18 of section 12.1-34-02 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to fair treatment of victims.
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• Introduced: 12/26/2024
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 69th Legislative Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Signed by President
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ME bill #LD251 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An Act to Protect the Confidentiality of Information of Individual Customers of a Public Utility
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Maine's Freedom of Access Act to protect the confidentiality of individual customer information for public utilities. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that exempts from public records disclosure any information about a public utility customer that the Public Utilities Commission has designated as confidential through its administrative rules. A public utility is defined in Maine law as an entity providing electricity, gas, water, telecommunications, or other essential services to the public. By creating this exemption, the bill aims to prevent sensitive personal customer information, such as billing details, usage patterns, or contact information, from being disclosed through public records requests. This change helps protect customer privacy by allowing the Public Utilities Commission to establish specific guidelines for what customer information should remain confidential, giving customers more assurance that their personal utility-related data will not be readily accessible to the general public.
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Bill Summary: This bill excludes from the definition of "public records" in the Freedom of Access Act information pertaining to an individual customer of a public utility that is designated as confidential in rules adopted by the Public Utilities Commission.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Lawrence (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:00:00 3/14/2025 State House, Room 438)
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MS bill #HB1380 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Cybersecurity; governmental and certain commercial entities substantially complying with standards not liable for incidents relating to.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a legal framework to protect governmental and commercial entities from liability in the event of a cybersecurity incident, provided they have adopted recognized cybersecurity standards. The legislation defines "covered entities" as various types of businesses and organizations and "third-party agents" as entities contracted to manage personal information. For state and local government entities, the bill provides immunity from liability if they adopt cybersecurity standards that safeguard data and align with best practices, such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework. For commercial entities, the bill creates a rebuttable presumption against liability if they substantially comply with recognized cybersecurity standards like NIST, the Center for Internet Security Controls, or specific federal regulations such as HIPAA and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. The bill considers factors like the entity's size, complexity, and information sensitivity when assessing compliance. Importantly, the bill requires entities to update their cybersecurity frameworks within one year of major revisions and places the burden of proof on defendants to demonstrate compliance. The legislation does not create a private right of action and will take effect on January 1, 2026, with a built-in sunset provision for December 31, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Provide That State And Local Governmental Entities And Certain Covered Commercial Entities Are Not Liable In Connection With A Cybersecurity Incident If The Entity Involved Has Adopted Certain Cybersecurity Standards; To Define Certain Terms; To Require Cybersecurity Standards To Align With Nationally-recognized Standards And The Requirements Of Specified Federal Laws; To Create A Rebuttable Presumption Against Liability In Connection With A Cybersecurity Incident For Commercial Entities That Have Adopted A Cybersecurity Program That Substantially Aligns With Certain Specified Cybersecurity Standards In Compliance With This Act; To Bring Forward Section 25-53-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joey Hood (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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HI bill #SB1038 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Relating To Privacy.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Hawaii's data privacy law to provide more comprehensive protection against data breaches by expanding the definitions of "personal information," "identifier," and "specified data element." The bill introduces new definitions that include a broader range of personal identifying information, such as online usernames, email addresses, phone numbers, and various unique identifying numbers like social security, driver's license, and military identification numbers. The legislation also adds unique biometric data and account access codes to the list of protected information. Additionally, the bill extends compliance requirements to include licensees subject to the Insurance Data Security Law, ensuring that more types of businesses are held to consistent data protection standards. The changes stem from a 2019 privacy task force recommendation that found existing privacy laws were outdated and insufficient to protect individuals from potential identity theft or personal safety risks in the digital era. The new definitions aim to provide more robust notification requirements when personal data is potentially compromised, reflecting the evolving landscape of digital information and personal identifiers.
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Bill Summary: Adds definitions of "identifier" and "specified data element" and amends the definition of "personal information" for the purposes of notifying affected persons of data and security breaches under existing state law that governs the security breach of personal information. Includes licensees subject to the Insurance Data Security Law among the businesses deemed compliant with security breach notice requirements under existing state law. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Chris Lee (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*, Troy Hashimoto (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: The committee on ECD recommend that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes were as follows: 6 Ayes: Representative(s) Ilagan, Hussey, Tam, Templo, Todd, Matsumoto; Ayes with reservations: none; 0 Noes: none; and 1 Excused: Representative(s) Holt.
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UT bill #HB0482 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Health and Human Services Reporting Requirements
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals multiple annual reporting requirements across various departments and programs within the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. Specifically, the bill removes mandatory annual reports to legislative committees from several sections of state law, including requirements for reporting on topics such as the Compassionate Use Board's recommendations, alcohol abuse tracking, assisted living facility transfers, dental hygienist reimbursements, ACT team grants, and the Infant at Work Pilot Program. The bill streamlines administrative processes by eliminating these recurring reporting obligations while maintaining the underlying programs and functions. The changes appear to be part of an effort to reduce bureaucratic paperwork and administrative burden for state agencies. These reporting requirements would have typically required departments to provide detailed data and insights to legislative interim committees on an annual basis, but the bill removes these specific mandates while leaving the core programs and responsibilities intact. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, giving agencies and legislative bodies time to adjust to the new reporting structure.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill repeals reporting requirements related to the Department of Health and Human Services.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Logan Monson (R)*, Evan Vickers (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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IL bill #HB2466 • Last Action 03/14/2025
HIGHER ED-INCARCERATED STUDENT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act to remove existing barriers for incarcerated students seeking higher education grants. Specifically, the bill eliminates a previous provision that explicitly excluded academic programs for incarcerated students from the definitions of "institution of higher learning", "qualified institution", and "institution". Additionally, in the AIM HIGH Grant Program, the bill removes the requirement that grant applicants cannot be incarcerated, effectively making incarcerated students eligible to apply for this financial aid. This change represents a significant shift in policy, potentially increasing educational opportunities for individuals who are currently or have been previously incarcerated. By removing these restrictions, the bill aims to support broader access to higher education and potentially assist with rehabilitation and future employment prospects for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act. Removes a provision specifically excluding academic programs for incarcerated students from the definition of "institution of higher learning", "qualified institution", and "institution". In provisions concerning the AIM HIGH Grant Program, removes the grant eligibility requirement that an applicant not be incarcerated.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Carol Ammons (D)*, Michael Crawford (D), Dee Avelar (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment No. 1 Referred to Rules Committee
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ID bill #H0071 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Amends and adds to existing law to revise and establish provisions regarding insurance holding company systems.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Idaho's insurance holding company system regulations to enhance financial oversight and reporting requirements for insurance companies. The bill introduces several key provisions, including requiring insurance holding company systems to file an annual group capital calculation that assesses the financial strength and risk of the entire corporate group. Companies meeting specific criteria, such as those with premiums over $1 billion or insurers domiciled outside the United States, will need to submit detailed financial information. Additionally, the bill mandates that insurers file liquidity stress test results to help regulators better understand their financial resilience under different economic scenarios. The legislation also strengthens confidentiality provisions, ensuring that the detailed financial information submitted remains protected from public disclosure and cannot be used to rank or compare insurance companies. The bill adds new definitions, clarifies existing regulations around affiliate transactions, and requires more robust record-keeping and data control measures for insurance holding companies. These changes aim to improve regulatory oversight, protect policyholder interests, and enhance the transparency and stability of insurance holding company systems. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving insurance companies time to prepare for the new reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO ACQUISITIONS OF CONTROL AND INSURANCE HOLDING COMPANY SYSTEMS; AMENDING SECTION 41-3802, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE TERMS AND TO REVISE A DEFINITION; AMENDING SECTION 41-3809, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVI- SIONS REGARDING GROUP CAPITAL CALCULATION, TO PROVIDE FOR A LIQUIDITY STRESS TEST, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING CHAPTER 38, TITLE 41, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 41-3809A, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING GROUP CAPITAL CALCULATION RE- PORTING; AMENDING SECTION 41-3810, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A PROVISION REGARDING STANDARDS OF AN INSURER WITHIN AN INSURANCE HOLDING COMPANY SYSTEM, TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN STANDARDS OF AN INSURER WITHIN AN INSUR- ANCE HOLDING COMPANY SYSTEM, TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN AFFILIATE AGREE- MENTS, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 41-3816, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT, AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Reported Signed by Governor on March 13, 2025 Session Law Chapter Effective:
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IL bill #HB2857 • Last Action 03/14/2025
HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Highway Work Zone Safety Act, creating a comprehensive program to enforce speed limits in construction and maintenance zones using automated traffic control systems. The bill requires the Department of Transportation and Illinois State Police to set up and operate automated systems that can detect and record vehicles exceeding work zone speed limits, with fines ranging from $100 to $200 for violations. The system includes provisions for public notification, such as posting signs about automated speed enforcement, and strict guidelines for handling and protecting the collected data, including a requirement to destroy images and information within two years. Vehicle rental companies can avoid liability by identifying the specific renter at the time of the violation, and the bill prohibits using the collected images for purposes other than work zone speed enforcement. The legislation also amends existing laws in the Freedom of Information Act and Illinois Vehicle Code to accommodate the new program, and it will take effect on January 1, 2027, with some provisions becoming effective immediately. The primary goal is to improve safety in highway work zones by deterring speeding and providing a mechanism for consistent enforcement.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Highway Work Zone Safety Act. Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Illinois State Police, to establish the Highway Work Zone Speed Control Program for the purposes of enforcing the speed limits established for construction or maintenance speed zones. Requires the Illinois State Police, in conjunction with the Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, to set up and operate automated traffic control systems in highway construction and maintenance speed zones to detect violations of posted work zone speed limits. Allows the Department of Transportation or the Illinois State Police to employ automated traffic control system operators to operate automated traffic control systems in construction or maintenance speed zones. Provides, with exceptions, that information and photographs or recorded images collected under the Program are not discoverable by court order as evidence in a proceeding. Requires information and photographs or recorded images collected under the Program to be destroyed not later than 2 years after the date the information and photographs or recorded images are collected. Provides that information and photographs or recorded images collected under the Program are the exclusive property of the State and not the property of the manufacturer or vendor of the automated traffic control system. Prohibits the use of a photograph or recorded image obtained through the use of an automated traffic control system for the purpose of enforcing a traffic offense. Provides that a person who owns a motor vehicle that is identified by an automated traffic control system as operating in a construction or maintenance speed zone at a speed in excess of the posted speed limit commits a civil law violation that is punishable by a minimum fine of $100 and a maximum fine of $200. Grants rulemaking authority to the Department of Transportation to implement and administer the Act. Makes other changes. Makes corresponding changes in the Freedom of Information Act and the Illinois Vehicle Code. Repeals the Automated Traffic Control Systems in Highway Construction or Maintenance Zones Act. Effective January 1, 2027, except provisions regarding procurement and rulemaking are effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Jaime Andrade (D)*, Wayne Rosenthal (R), Harry Benton (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Harry Benton
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WA bill #SB5163 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Modernizing the child fatality statute.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modernizes Washington state's child fatality statute by updating how local health departments conduct reviews of child deaths. The bill expands the age range for child fatality reviews from under 18 to under 19 years old and provides more comprehensive guidelines for these reviews. It authorizes local health departments to conduct systematic reviews of child deaths, which can include examining medical records, interviewing parents, and analyzing case information to identify preventable factors contributing to child mortality. The bill strengthens confidentiality protections for review processes, allowing local health departments to retain identifiable information for trend analysis while ensuring such information cannot be publicly disclosed. Additionally, the bill gives local health departments broader authority to request and receive data from various sources like healthcare providers, schools, law enforcement, and social services to support thorough child fatality reviews. The legislation aims to help reduce infant and child mortality by providing a structured, protected mechanism for examining and understanding the circumstances of child deaths, with the ultimate goal of identifying and addressing preventable causes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to modernizing the child fatality statute; and 2 amending RCW 70.05.170. 3
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Tina Orwall (D)*, Sharon Shewmake (D), Manka Dhingra (D), Steve Conway (D), Annette Cleveland (D), Lisa Wellman (D), Bob Hasegawa (D), Marcus Riccelli (D), Rebecca Saldaña (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Javier Valdez (D), Claire Wilson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Early Learning & Human Services.
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VT bill #H0454 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An act relating to transforming Vermont’s education governance, quality, and finance systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to fundamentally transform Vermont's education governance, quality, and finance systems. The bill would create five unified union school districts across the state, replacing the current system of supervisory unions and individual school districts. These new districts would be governed by school boards and operated by central offices, with the goal of improving educational quality and efficiency. The bill introduces a new foundation formula for education funding, with a base amount of $13,200 per student in fiscal year 2025, and additional weights based on student need, school scale, and district sparsity. Key provisions include establishing a statewide standardized approach to education, creating school advisory committees in each district, implementing new school choice policies, and developing a more equitable funding mechanism. The bill mandates larger school districts (minimum 3,900 students) to achieve operational efficiency, requires specific educational quality standards, and gives school boards expanded responsibilities for curriculum, budgeting, and district management. The transition to the new system would occur gradually, with full implementation set for July 1, 2027. The legislation also introduces a new homestead property tax exemption system and modifies how education funds are collected and distributed, aiming to provide more consistent and equitable educational opportunities across Vermont.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to transform Vermont’s education governance, quality, and finance systems. It would create five school districts to govern the public education system for the entire State, each governed by a school board and operated by a central office. This bill also proposes to transform Vermont’s education financing system to a foundation formula, with a base amount of $13,200.00 per student, in fiscal year 2025, with additional weights based on student need, school scale, and district sparsity, developed based on an evidence-based model that has been adjusted to the Vermont context.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Casey Toof (R)*, Pattie McCoy (R), Chris Taylor (R), Joshua Dobrovich (R), Beth Quimby (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Education Hearing (00:00:00 3/14/2025 )
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VT bill #H0474 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An act relating to miscellaneous changes to election law
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a series of miscellaneous changes to Vermont's election laws covering multiple aspects of election administration, candidate registration, and local municipal processes. The bill requires the Secretary of State to submit two reports: one by January 2026 on the feasibility of implementing ranked-choice voting for presidential primaries, and another by November 2026 on the feasibility of electronic ballot returns for specific voter groups. The legislation prohibits a major political party from nominating a candidate if they failed to do so during the primary election and prevents candidates who lose a primary from appearing on the general election ballot as an independent or under another party. The bill allows candidates to voluntarily provide additional demographic information, which will be kept confidential, and modifies requirements for write-in candidates, including requiring them to file consent forms in advance and increasing minimum thresholds for primary elections. Additionally, the bill makes various technical changes to campaign finance reporting, requires audits of voter checklists in districts with split municipal boundaries, modifies rules for recount committees to ensure disinterested parties are appointed, and makes numerous adjustments to local election procedures such as municipal meetings, fire district elections, and filling vacancies in town offices. The changes aim to clarify election processes, improve administrative procedures, and enhance transparency in Vermont's electoral system.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require the Secretary of State to report on the feasibility of permanently instituting ranked- choice voting for presidential primary elections. It proposes to prohibit a major political party from nominating a candidate for a general election if that party failed to nominate a candidate during the primary election. This bill proposes to prohibit a candidate who loses a major party primary for any office from appearing on the general election ballot for the same office for which the candidate lost in the primary election as an independent candidate or representing any other party. It proposes to require the Secretary of State to report on the feasibility of permitting electronic ballot return for voters who are ill, injured, or have a disability; military and overseas voters; and voters who participate in the Secretary of State’s Address Confidentiality Program. This bill proposes to permit candidates to provide additional demographic information. It proposes to require write-in candidates to file consent of candidacy forms in advance of an election and to increase the minimum thresholds for write-in candidates in primary elections. This bill proposes to H.474 make various modifications to campaign finance reporting and requirements. It proposes to require town clerks and boards of civil authority to perform audits to voter checklists for Representative districts and Senatorial districts that split municipal boundaries. This bill proposes to, in the event of a contested election and recount, require candidates to nominate disinterested parties to a recount committee and prohibit the Superior Court from appointing nominees to the recount committee if they are an interested party. It also proposes to modify deadlines for various State and local election procedures.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Committee bill read the first time and placed on Notice Calendar on 3/18/2025
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VT bill #H0238 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An act relating to the phaseout of consumer products containing added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a comprehensive phaseout of consumer products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of synthetic chemicals known for their water- and stain-resistant properties. The legislation defines PFAS-added products as those manufactured after the bill's effective date where PFAS were intentionally added, and establishes a phased approach to prohibiting the manufacture, sale, and distribution of numerous consumer product categories containing PFAS, including aqueous film-forming foam, carpets, cleaning products, cookware, cosmetics, food packaging, juvenile products, menstrual products, and upholstered furniture. Manufacturers will be required to provide certificates of compliance and can request certifications from suppliers about PFAS content. The bill includes several exemptions, such as products with over 50 percent recycled content, medical devices, and products regulated by federal law. Enforcement mechanisms allow both the Secretary of Natural Resources and the Attorney General to take action against non-compliant manufacturers, with violations treated as consumer protection infractions. Additionally, the bill requires reporting on PFAS in complex durable goods and food by 2032 and 2033, respectively, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2028, providing manufacturers substantial lead time to transition to PFAS-free alternatives.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to phase out and ultimately prohibit the manufacture, sale, or distribution for sale of consumer products containing added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The bill would authorize both the Secretary of Natural Resources and the Attorney General to enforce the requirements for consumer products containing PFAS, with the Attorney General enforcing under consumer protection laws. In addition, a consumer harmed by a consumer product containing PFAS would be authorized to bring a consumer protection action for damages.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Amy Sheldon (D)*, Ela Chapin (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Read third time and passed
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KS bill #HB2060 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Substitute for HB 2060 by Committee on Legislative Modernization - Changing references to judicial branch agencies to the office of judicial administration in cybersecurity statutes.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Kansas cybersecurity statutes by replacing references to individual judicial branch agencies with references to the office of judicial administration. The bill maintains the existing positions of judicial chief information technology officer and judicial chief information security officer, both of whom will continue to be appointed by the judicial administrator and approved by the chief justice. The key changes involve modifying language to centralize cybersecurity responsibilities within the office of judicial administration, including requirements for information technology staffing, device inventory, data center locations, and cybersecurity protocols. The bill also mandates annual cybersecurity awareness training for all judicial branch employees and establishes a timeline for achieving increasingly sophisticated cybersecurity framework tiers, specifically aiming to reach tier 3.0 by July 1, 2028, and tier 4.0 by July 1, 2030. Additionally, the bill requires annual audits of the judicial administration's cybersecurity practices, with provisions for reporting any audit failures to legislative leadership and maintaining the confidentiality of audit results. The legislation is set to expire on July 1, 2026, and will take effect upon publication in the statute book.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning cybersecurity; relating to the judicial branch; replacing references to judicial agencies with references to the office of judicial administration; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 75-7206 and 75- 7206a and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Senate Withdrawn from Committee on Federal and State Affairs; Referred to Committee on Local Government, Transparency and Ethics
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KS bill #SB42 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Providing for the establishment of an online insurance verification system for the verification of evidence of motor vehicle liability insurance.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a web-based online insurance verification system for motor vehicle liability insurance in Kansas. The system will allow authorized personnel such as law enforcement, courts, and state agencies to electronically verify a vehicle's insurance status by requesting and receiving data from insurance companies. Insurance companies licensed in Kansas will be required to participate, providing policy information through secure web services using data elements like vehicle identification number, policy number, and insurer identification code. The system will be implemented by the Kansas Insurance Commissioner, who may contract with a private service provider experienced in similar systems. The department will fund the system using its regulation service fund, and insurers will be immune from liability for good faith efforts to comply. Importantly, the system will not be fully operational until July 1, 2026, after a minimum nine-month testing period, and law enforcement cannot use the system as a primary reason to stop a vehicle. The bill also specifies that all data exchanged through the system will be confidential and not subject to open records laws or admissible in civil actions. Small insurers with 1,000 or fewer vehicles in Kansas may be granted alternative verification methods, and commercial vehicle insurers can participate voluntarily.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning motor vehicle liability insurance; providing for the establishment of a web-based online insurance verification system for the verification of evidence of motor vehicle liability insurance; amending K.S.A. 8-173 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House Committee of the Whole - Be passed as amended
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KS bill #HB2291 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Creating the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general and establishing the general regulatory sandbox program to waive or suspend rules and regulations for program participants.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new Regulatory Relief Division within the Kansas Attorney General's office to create a "general regulatory sandbox program" that allows businesses to temporarily test innovative products or services with reduced regulatory requirements. The program enables businesses to apply for a 24-month period where certain state rules and regulations can be waived or suspended, allowing them to demonstrate new offerings with limited market access. An 11-member advisory committee will help review applications, and participating businesses must provide clear consumer disclosures about the experimental nature of their offerings. Applicants must explain how their innovation differs from existing offerings, potential consumer risks, and benefits. The regulatory relief division will consult with relevant state agencies and can approve or deny applications based on potential consumer harm and innovation potential. Importantly, participants are still required to protect consumers, cannot avoid criminal liability, and must report any incidents that could harm consumers. The program includes consumer protection measures such as mandatory disclosures, quarterly reporting requirements, and provisions for removing participants who do not operate in good faith. The bill aims to provide a structured environment for businesses to test innovative offerings while maintaining safeguards for consumer safety and financial well-being.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT creating the regulatory relief division within the office of the attorney general; establishing the general regulatory sandbox program to waive or suspend administrative rules and regulations for program participants; amending K.S.A. 75-4319 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Commerce
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KS bill #SB121 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Authorizing the commissioner of insurance to select and announce the version of certain instructions, calculations and documents in effect for the upcoming calendar year and cause such announcement to be published in the Kansas register, allowing certain life insurers to follow health financial reports and adopting certain provisions from the national association of insurance commissioners holding company system regulatory act relating to group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses several technical updates to Kansas insurance regulations, focusing on providing the insurance commissioner with more flexibility in selecting and announcing versions of insurance-related instructions and documents. The bill authorizes the commissioner to select and announce the version of insurance calculations and instructions from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) that will be in effect for the upcoming calendar year, which must be published in the Kansas register by December 1st. The bill updates several existing statutes to modify definitions, clarify reporting requirements, and introduce new provisions related to group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing for insurance holding companies. Key changes include expanding exemptions for certain types of insurance organizations, establishing new confidentiality and reporting standards for insurance holding companies, and creating more detailed guidelines for transactions between insurers and their affiliates. The bill also adds provisions to prevent the misuse or misleading publication of group capital calculations and liquidity stress test results, emphasizing that these are regulatory tools for assessing risks rather than mechanisms for ranking insurers. Additionally, the bill updates definitions in health insurance regulations and repeals several older sections of insurance-related statutes to streamline and modernize the regulatory framework.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning insurance; relating to the regulation thereof; authorizing the commissioner of insurance to select and announce the version of certain instructions, calculations and documents in effect for the upcoming calendar year and cause such announcement to be published in the Kansas register; allowing certain life insurers to follow health financial reports; adopting certain provisions from the national association of insurance commissioners holding company system regulatory act relating to group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing; exempting certain entities from state regulation as health benefit plans; amending K.S.A. 40-202, 40-2d01, 40-3302, 40-3305, 40-3306, 40-3307 and, 40-3308 and 40-4602 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 40-2c01 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 40- 249 and 40-2c29.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: House Motion to accede adopted; Representative Sutton, Representative Bergkamp and Representative Neighbor appointed as conferees
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FL bill #S0180 • Last Action 03/14/2025
Emergency Preparedness and Response
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses emergency preparedness and response in Florida, making numerous changes to existing statutes to improve disaster management and recovery processes. Key provisions include authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to waive or reduce local government match requirements for beach management projects in counties impacted by specific hurricanes, providing property tax assessment limitations for agricultural equipment damaged by hurricanes, and creating new requirements for emergency management planning. The bill establishes a Natural Hazards Risks and Mitigation Interagency Coordinating Group to share information and coordinate efforts to address natural hazards, requires counties and municipalities to develop post-storm permitting plans to expedite recovery, and prohibits certain local governments from implementing moratoriums or restrictive regulations in hurricane-impacted areas. The legislation also requires the Division of Emergency Management to take steps to maximize and expedite federal financial assistance, administer the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, and conduct annual hurricane readiness sessions. Additionally, the bill mandates more transparent reporting on emergency expenditures and creates new provisions for emergency coordination and shelter planning. Most of the bill's provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, with some immediate implementations and specific sunset dates for certain provisions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to emergency preparedness and response; amending s. 161.101, F.S.; authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to waive or reduce local government match requirements under certain circumstances; providing for future expiration; amending s. 193.4518, F.S.; providing a tangible personal property assessment limitation, during a certain timeframe and in certain counties, for certain agricultural equipment that is unable to be used due to Hurricanes Debby, Helene, or Milton; specifying conditions for applying for and receiving the assessment limitation; providing procedures for petitioning the value adjustment board if an application is denied; providing for retroactive application; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; deleting a reference to a certain report; revising public hurricane shelter funding prioritization requirements for the Division of Emergency Management; amending s. 250.375, F.S.; authorizing certain servicemembers to provide medical care in specified circumstances; amending s. 252.35, F.S.; providing legislative intent; revising the date by which the state comprehensive emergency management plan must be submitted to the Legislature and the Governor; revising the components of the plan; requiring the division to provide certain assistance to political subdivisions; revising requirements for training provided by the division; revising inventory requirements; deleting a requirement for a certain biennial report; requiring the division to conduct an annual hurricane readiness session in each region designated by the division for a specified purpose; requiring all county emergency management directors, and authorizing other county and municipal personnel to attend such session; requiring that the session include specified topics and needs; amending s. 252.355, F.S.; authorizing the Department of Veterans’ Affairs to provide certain information to specified clients or their caregivers; amending s. 252.3611, F.S.; directing specified entities to submit specified contracts and reports to the Legislature under specified conditions; requiring that such contracts be posted on a specified secure contract system; requiring the Auditor General to post the results of specified audits on his or her official website; requiring the division to report annually to the Legislature specified information on expenditures related to emergencies; providing requirements for such report; amending s. 252.365, F.S.; revising the responsibilities for agency emergency coordination officers; requiring agency heads to notify the Governor and the division of the person designated as the emergency coordination officer annually by a specified date; amending s. 252.3655, F.S.; creating the natural hazards risks and mitigation interagency coordinating group; providing the purpose of the group; providing for the membership and administration of the group; requiring agency representatives to provide information relating to natural hazards to this state, agency resources, efforts to address and mitigate risk and impacts of natural hazards; requiring the group to meet in person or by communication media technology at least quarterly for specified purposes; requiring specified agency heads to meet at least annually to strategize and prioritize state efforts; requiring the division, on behalf of the group, to prepare a certain progress report; revising the requirements of such report; revising requirements for an annual progress report by the division on behalf of the group; requiring the division, on behalf of the group, to submit such report to the Governor and the Legislature; amending s. 252.37, F.S.; requiring the division to notify the Legislature of its intent to accept or apply for federal funds under certain circumstances; requiring the division to take steps to maximize the availability and expedite distribution of financial assistance from the Federal Government to state and local agencies; requiring that such steps include the standardization and streamlining of the application process for federal financial assistance and the provision of assistance to those applicants for a specified purpose; requiring the division to use certain federal funds to implement such requirements; creating s. 252.3713, F.S.; requiring the division to administer the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program; authorizing the division to retain a specified percentage of the funds for use within the state; requiring that the remaining percentage be distributed for use by certain recipients; authorizing subrecipients to make a certain election for a specified use; requiring the prioritization of certain projects; authorizing the division to coordinate with specified entities under certain circumstances; requiring that such cooperation ensures certain requirements are met and certain projects are funded; authorizing fiscally constrained counties to request that the division administer the grant for such a county; authorizing such counties to request certain assistance from the division; requiring the division to adopt rules; amending s. 252.373, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 252.38, F.S.; requiring each political subdivision to notify the division of the designated emergency contact annually by a specified date; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the division; revising requirements for a specified list; requiring the Department of Health and the Agency for Persons with Disabilities to assist the division with certain determinations; creating s. 252.392, F.S.; requiring counties and municipalities to develop a post-storm permitting plan; providing requirements for the plan; requiring annual updates to the plan by a specified date; requiring counties and municipalities to publish, and post on their websites, a specified storm recovery guide annually by a specified date; prohibiting certain counties and municipalities from increasing building permit or inspection fees within a specified timeframe; requiring such counties and municipalities to have certain personnel available during normal business hours; amending s. 400.063, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 403.7071, F.S.; providing that local governments are authorized and encouraged to add certain addendums to certain contracts or agreements; requiring counties and municipalities to apply to the Department of Environmental Protection for authorization to designate at least one debris management site; authorizing municipalities to apply jointly with a county or another adjacent municipality for authorization of a minimum number of debris management sites if such entities approve a memorandum of understanding; providing requirements for such memoranda; prohibiting certain counties from proposing or adopting certain moratoriums, amendments, or procedures for a specified period; declaring that such moratoriums, amendments, or procedures are null and void; providing for retroactive application; providing that certain comprehensive plan amendments, land development regulation amendments, site plans, and development permits or orders may be enforced under specified conditions; authorizing residents and owners of certain businesses to bring a civil action for declaratory and injunctive relief against a county or municipality that violates specified provisions; providing that such residents or business owners are entitled to a preliminary injunction against such county or municipality, under a specified condition; providing for the award of attorney fees and costs; prohibiting the awarding of attorney fees and costs and damages under specified circumstances; providing for future expiration; reenacting s. 252.55(6), F.S., relating to a certain biennial report submitted by the wing commander of the Civil Air Patrol, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 252.35, F.S., in a reference thereto; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Community Affairs, Nick DiCeglie (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Now in Appropriations
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VT bill #H0080 • Last Action 03/14/2025
An act relating to the Office of the Health Care Advocate
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the role and responsibilities of the Office of the Health Care Advocate (HCA) in Vermont to enhance its ability to support and represent Vermonters in health care and health insurance matters. The bill redefines the HCA as an independent voice dedicated to promoting access to affordable, high-quality health care, and expands its duties to include broader assistance to Vermonters beyond just health insurance consumers. Key changes include giving the HCA more robust participation rights in regulatory proceedings, such as rate reviews and certificate of need applications, where it can now ask questions, submit comments, and intervene more actively. The bill also clarifies the HCA's responsibilities to educate Vermonters about health care rights, analyze health care policies, facilitate public input, and collaborate with other health care organizations. Additionally, the bill strengthens the HCA's interactions with state agencies by requiring them to seek the office's input on health care policy and provide reasonable access to information. The legislation also introduces new provisions about conflicts of interest for HCA employees and emphasizes the importance of maintaining confidentiality when handling individual cases. The changes are designed to make the Office of the Health Care Advocate a more effective advocate for Vermonters' health care interests, with an expanded scope and enhanced participatory rights in health care policy and regulatory processes.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to modify the role and duties of the Office of the Health Care Advocate as they relate to health care regulatory activities, access to information, and providing assistance to Vermonters.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Mari Cordes (D)*, Daisy Berbeco (D), Alyssa Black (D), Brian Cina (D), Wendy Critchlow (D), Penny Demar (R), Leslie Goldman (D), Topper McFaun (R), Woody Page (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/23/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Health Care Hearing (00:00:00 3/14/2025 )
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KY bill #HB684 • Last Action 03/14/2025
AN ACT relating to elections.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous amendments to Kentucky's election laws, focusing on various aspects of election administration, candidate filing, and voting procedures. Key provisions include allowing county boards of elections to request a lesser number of precinct officers when a precinct consolidation plan is approved, requiring county boards of elections to notify local school boards by December 1 about using school buildings as voting places, and permitting county boards of elections to amend their precinct consolidation plans under certain circumstances. The bill also expands voting assistance provisions, allowing caregivers of voters with disabilities to cast excused in-person absentee ballots, and modifies rules around write-in candidates, ballot drop-boxes, and video surveillance of election-related equipment. Additionally, the bill changes how candidate information is displayed on websites, clarifies filing deadlines, and adjusts provisions related to voting rights for individuals with felony convictions. The legislation aims to streamline election processes, provide more flexibility for local election boards, and enhance transparency and accessibility in Kentucky's election system.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 117.045 to allow a lesser number of precinct officers when the State Board of Elections has approved a county board of elections' precinct consolidation plan; amend KRS 117.065 to require the county board of elections to notify local boards of education of its intent to use school buildings as voting places by December 1 of each year; require the county board of elections to specify which school buildings will be used; amend KRS 117.066 to conform; allow a county board of elections to request an amendment to its previously submitted precinct consolidation plan if it is at least 56 days before a special election; amend KRS 117.076 to allow caregivers of voters qualified to cast an excused in-person absentee ballot due to age, disability, or illness to cast an excused in-person absentee ballot; amend KRS 117.085 to allow the county clerk to issue voters a mail-in absentee ballot; allow county clerks to issue another mail-in absentee ballot to voters; amend KRS 117.086 to allow the county clerk to dispose of video surveillance of ballot drop-boxes or receptacles after 60 days, upon compliance with the Kentucky Open Records Act, or the completion of an investigation or pending litigation; amend KRS 117.255 to remove the requirement that the county board of elections make the determination of whether a voter requires permanent voting assistance; require that voters requesting assistance on a permanent basis swear an oath; amend KRS 117.265 to change the deadline to file to run as a write-in candidate to the same deadline as the certification of candidates; prohibit certified lists of write-in candidates from being posted; allow voters to review a copy of the certified list of write-in candidates; amend KRS 117.275 to remove language regarding voting equipment that is no longer in use; amend KRS 117.355 to conform; amend KRS 117.383 to allow the video surveillance of hand-to-eye audits to be disposed after 60 days, upon compliance with the Kentucky Open Records Act, or the completion of an investigation or pending litigation; amend KRS 118.125 to require that the two voters signing a candidate's notification and declaration are of the same party and from the same district or jurisdiction as the candidate at the time of signing; amend KRS 118.165 to clarify when candidates shall file nomination papers; amend KRS 118.205 to require that a candidate's district number be listed with the Secretary of State rather than his or her residence; amend KRS 118.212 to conform; amend KRS 118.215 to require that a candidate's office and district number be provided to the county clerks rather than his or her residence; amend KRS 118.315 to clarify that a petitioner for the nomination of a candidate can sign more than one nominating form for the same office; amend KRS 118.387 to require the county clerk and Secretary of State to display a candidate's office and district number rather than his or her residence on their website; clarify that political affiliations shall only be listed online for partisan candidates; amend KRS 118.425 to establish the deadline for the certification of the total number of votes to the Secretary of State following the hand-to-eye audit; amend KRS 118A.140 to require the Secretary of State to record a candidate's office and district number rather than his or her residence; amend KRS 119.165 to clarify that any person who has been convicted of a felony and knowingly votes or attempts to vote shall be guilty of a Class D felony; amend KRS 158.070 to establish that school districts are not required to close if school buildings are used as voting places.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jennifer Decker (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: delivered to Governor
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FL bill #H7003 • Last Action 03/13/2025
OGSR/Financial Technology Sandbox Applications/OFR
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies an existing law related to the Financial Technology Sandbox, a regulatory mechanism that allows innovative financial technology companies to test new products or services under controlled conditions. The bill permanently removes the scheduled expiration of a confidentiality provision for certain application materials submitted to the Office of Financial Regulation (OFR). Specifically, the bill maintains the confidential and exempt status of three types of information in Financial Technology Sandbox applications: (1) reasons why existing laws prevent an innovative financial product from being made available to consumers, (2) information used to evaluate specific testing factors, and (3) details about the applicant's plan to test, monitor, and assess the innovative financial product or service. While the information remains confidential, it can be shared with state and federal agencies for investigative purposes, and the OFR can still disclose a summary of the innovative product or service. By removing the sunset provision, the confidentiality protections will continue indefinitely, providing ongoing privacy for sensitive financial technology application materials.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 559.952, F.S., which provides an exemption from public record requirements for certain information held by the Office of Financial Regulation in Financial Technology Sandbox applications; removing the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Government Operations Subcommittee, Judson Sapp (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Added to Second Reading Calendar
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FL bill #S0700 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses a wide range of issues within the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, covering topics from agricultural worker housing to food safety, charitable organizations, and various regulatory changes. Here is a summary: This bill provides comprehensive modifications to Florida's agricultural and consumer services regulations. It establishes new protections for agricultural workers by creating detailed requirements for housing on agricultural lands, including criteria for construction, maintenance, and occupancy. The bill creates a framework for housing legally verified agricultural workers, with specific guidelines on location, screening, and infrastructure. It also introduces new provisions for financial institutions, prohibiting discrimination against agricultural producers based on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The legislation expands the department's responsibilities by creating new programs and registries, such as the Honest Services Registry for charitable organizations and a petroleum registration program. It implements stricter regulations on food labeling, particularly for plant-based products attempting to mimic milk, meat, and egg products. The bill also creates grant programs for fuel transfer switch modernization and silviculture emergency recovery. Additionally, the bill makes numerous technical changes across various statutes, including modifications to licensing processes, testing procedures for pest control operators, and regulations surrounding electric vehicle charging stations. It introduces new criminal provisions related to mail theft and mushroom spore transportation, and expands protections for agricultural land use and agritourism activities. The bill contains multiple provisions aimed at supporting agricultural businesses, protecting agricultural land classification, and providing additional resources and protections for farmers and agricultural workers. It takes effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for implementation and preparation by affected entities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; providing that certain positions in the department are exempt from the Career Service System; amending s. 163.3162, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting governmental entities from adopting or enforcing any legislation that inhibits the construction of housing for legally verified agricultural workers on agricultural land operated as a bona fide farm; requiring that the construction or installation of such housing units on agricultural lands satisfies certain criteria; requiring that local ordinances comply with certain regulations; authorizing governmental entities to adopt local land use regulations that are less restrictive; requiring property owners to maintain certain records for a specified timeframe; requiring that use of a housing site be discontinued and authorizing the removal of a such site under certain circumstances; specifying applicability of permit allocation systems in certain areas of critical state concern; authorizing the continued use of housing sites constructed before the effective date of the act if certain conditions are met; requiring the department to adopt certain rules; providing for enforcement; requiring the department to submit certain information to the State Board of Immigration Enforcement on a certain schedule; amending s. 201.25, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 253.0341, F.S.; authorizing the department to surplus certain lands determined to be suitable for bona fide agricultural production; requiring the department to consult with the Department of Environmental Protection before making such determination; requiring the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to retain a rural lands-protection easement for all surplused lands and deposit all proceeds into a specified trust fund; requiring the department to provide a report of lands surplused to the board of trustees; providing that certain lands are ineligible to be surplused; providing for retroactive applicability; amending s. 330.41, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting a person from knowingly or willfully performing certain actions on lands classified as agricultural; providing criminal penalties; providing applicability; prohibiting a person from knowingly or willfully performing certain actions on private property, state wildlife management lands, or a sport shooting and training range; providing criminal penalties; providing applicability; creating s. 366.20, F.S.; requiring that certain lands acquired or owned by an electric utility be offered for fee simple acquisition by the department before the land may be offered for sale or transfer to a private individual or entity; providing retroactive applicability; amending s. 366.94, F.S.; defining the term “electric vehicle charging station”; authorizing the department to adopt rules; requiring local governmental entities to issue permits for electric vehicle charging stations based on specified standards and provisions of law; requiring that an electric vehicle charger be registered with the department before being placed into service for use by the public; providing the department with certain authority relating to electric vehicle charging stations; providing a penalty; authorizing the department to issue an immediate final order to an electric vehicle charging station under certain circumstances; providing that the department may bring an action to enjoin a violation of specified provisions or rules; requiring the court to issue a temporary or permanent injunction under certain circumstances; amending s. 388.011, F.S.; revising the definition of the terms “board of commissioners” and “district”; defining the term “program”; amending s. 388.021, F.S.; making a technical change; amending s. 388.181, F.S.; authorizing programs to perform specified actions; amending s. 388.201, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; requiring that the tentative work plan budget covering the proposed operations and requirements for arthropod control measures show the estimated amount to be raised by county, municipality, or district taxes; requiring that county commissioners’ or a similar governing body’s mosquito control budget be made and adopted pursuant to specified provisions and requiring that summary figures be incorporated into the county budgets as prescribed by the department; amending s. 388.241, F.S.; providing that certain rights, powers, and duties be vested in the board of county commissioners or similar governing body of a county, city, or town; amending s. 388.261, F.S.; increasing the amount of state funds, supplies, services, or equipment for a certain number of years for any new program for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods which serves an area not previously served by a county, municipality, or district; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.271, F.S.; requiring each program participating in arthropod control activities to file a tentative integrated arthropod management plan with the department by a specified date; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.281, F.S.; requiring that all funds, supplies, and services released to programs be used in accordance with the integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget; requiring that such integrated arthropod management plan and certified budget be approved by both the department and the board of county commissioners and an appropriate representative; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.291, F.S.; providing that a program may perform certain source reduction measures in any area providing that the department has approved the operating or construction plan as outlined in the integrated arthropod management plan; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.301, F.S.; revising the schedule by which state funds for the control of mosquitos and other arthropods may be paid; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.311, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.321, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.322, F.S.; requiring the department to maintain a record and inventory of certain property purchased with state funds for arthropod control use; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.323, F.S.; providing that certain equipment no longer needed by a program be first offered for sale to other programs engaged in arthropod control at a specified price; requiring that all proceeds from the sale of certain property owned by a program and purchased using state funds be deposited in the program’s state fund account; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.341, F.S.; requiring a program receiving state aid to submit a monthly report of all expenditures from all funds for arthropod control by a specified timeframe as may be required by the department; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.351, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.361, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.3711, F.S.; revising the department’s enforcement powers; amending s. 388.381, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.391, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.401, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 388.46, F.S.; revising the composition of the Florida Coordinating Council on Mosquito Control; amending s. 403.067, F.S.; providing an exception for inspection requirements for certain agricultural producers; authorizing the department to adopt rules establishing an enrollment in best management practices by rule process; authorizing the department to identify best management practices for specified landowners; requiring the department to perform onsite inspections annually of a certain percentage of all enrollments that meet specified qualifications within a specified area; providing requirements for such inspections; requiring agricultural producers enrolled by rule in a best management practice to submit nutrient records annually to the department; requiring the department to collect and retain such records; amending s. 403.852, F.S.; defining the term “water quality additive”; amending s. 403.859, F.S.; providing that the use of certain additives in a water system which do not meet the definition of water quality additive or certain other additives is prohibited and violates specified provisions; amending s. 482.111, F.S.; revising requirements for the renewal of a pest control operator’s certificate; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.141, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing for the examination through a third party vendor for an individual seeking pest control operator certification; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 482.155, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking limited certification for a governmental pesticide applicator or a private applicator; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.156, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in person and remote testing for the examination through a third-party vendor for an individual seeking a limited certification for commercial landscape maintenance; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make such examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.157, F.S.; revising requirements for issuance of a limited certification for commercial wildlife management personnel; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; deleting provisions requiring the department to make an examination readily accessible and available to all applicants on a specified schedule; amending s. 482.161, F.S.; authorizing the department to take specified disciplinary action upon the issuance of a final order imposing civil penalties or a criminal conviction pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 487.044, F.S.; requiring the department to provide in-person and remote testing through a third-party vendor for the examination of an individual seeking a limited certification for pesticide application; authorizing a third-party vendor to collect and retain a convenience fee; amending s. 487.175, F.S.; providing that the department may suspend, revoke, or deny licensure of a pesticide applicator upon issuance of a final order to a licensee which imposes civil penalties or a criminal conviction under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; amending s. 496.404, F.S.; defining the terms “foreign country of concern” and “foreign source of concern”; amending s. 496.405, F.S.; revising which documents a charitable organization or sponsor must file before engaging in specified activities; requiring that any changes to such documents be reported to the department on a specified form in a specified timeframe; revising the requirements of the charitable organization’s initial registration statement; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of the charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.415, F.S.; prohibiting specified persons from soliciting or accepting anything of value from a foreign source of concern; amending s. 496.417, F.S.; authorizing the department to investigate or refer to the Florida Elections Commission certain violations of a charitable organization or sponsor; amending s. 496.419, F.S.; providing penalties for a charitable organization or sponsor whose registration is denied or revoked for submitting a false attestation; creating s. 496.431, F.S.; requiring the department to create the Honest Service Registry to provide residents with information relating to charitable organizations; requiring a charitable organization included in the Honest Services Registry to submit an attestation statement to the department; requiring the department to publish the Honest Services Registry on the department’s website; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 500.03, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “cottage food product”; amending s. 500.12, F.S.; providing that the department requires a food permit from any person or business that operates a food establishment; revising exceptions; revising the schedule for renewing certain food permits; authorizing the department to establish a single permit renewal date for certain food establishments; amending s. 500.166, F.S.; requiring certain persons engaged in interstate commerce to retain all records that show certain information for a specified timeframe; amending s. 500.172, F.S.; authorizing the department to facilitate the destruction of certain articles that violate specified provisions; prohibiting certain persons from certain actions without permission from, or in accord with a written agreement with, the department; creating s. 500.75, F.S.; providing that it is unlawful to import, sell, offer for sale, furnish, or give away certain spores or mycelium; providing a penalty for violations; creating s. 500.93, F.S.; defining terms; requiring the department to adopt rules to enforce the Food and Drug Administration’s standard of identity for milk, meat, poultry, and poultry products, and eggs and egg products to prohibit the sale of plant based products mislabeled as milk, meat, poultry, or poultry products, or egg or egg products; providing contingent effective dates; requiring the department to adopt rules; providing construction; repealing s. 501.135, F.S., relating to consumer unit pricing; amending s. 501.912, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “antifreeze”; creating s. 525.19, F.S.; requiring the department to create an annual petroleum registration program for petroleum owners or operators; requiring the department to adopt rules for such registration which include specified information; requiring that the registration program be free for all registrants; authorizing the department to require registrants to provide certain information during a state of emergency; creating s. 526.147, F.S.; creating the Florida Retail Fuel Transfer Switch Modernization Grant Program within the department; requiring the grant program to provide funds up to a certain amount to be used for installation and equipment costs related to installing or modernizing transfer switch infrastructure at retail fuel facilities; requiring the department to award funds based on specified criteria; requiring retail fuel facilities awarded grant funds to comply with specified provisions; requiring such facilities to install a transfer switch with specified capabilities; requiring retail fuel facilities to provide specified documentation before being awarded funding; prohibiting certain facilities from being awarded funding; requiring the department, in consultation with the Division of Emergency Management, to adopt rules; requiring that such rules include specified information; amending s. 531.48, F.S.; requiring that certain packages bear specified information on the outside of the package; amending s. 531.49, F.S.; revising requirements for the advertising of a packaged commodity; amending s. 570.07, F.S.; requiring the department to foster and encourage the employment and retention of qualified veterinary pathologists; providing that the department may reimburse the educational expenses of certain veterinary pathologists who enter into a certain agreement with the department; requiring the department to adopt certain rules; requiring the department to extend certain opportunities to public school students enrolled in agricultural education to support Future Farmers of America programming; requiring the department to use contracts procured by agencies; defining the term “agency”; amending s. 570.544, F.S.; revising which provisions the director of the Division of Consumer Services must enforce; creating s. 570.546, F.S.; authorizing the department to create a process for the bulk renewal of licenses; authorizing the department to create a process that will allow licensees to align the expiration dates of licenses within a specified program; authorizing the department to change the expiration date for current licenses for a certain purpose; requiring the department to prorate the licensing fee for certain licenses; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 570.694, F.S.; creating the Florida Aquaculture Foundation as a direct support organization within the department; providing the purpose of the foundation; providing governance for the foundation; authorizing the department to appoint an advisory committee adjunct to the foundation; amending s. 570.822, F.S.; revising the definition of the terms “declared natural disaster” and “program”; providing that loan funds from the department may be used to restock aquaculture; authorizing the department to renew a loan application under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to defer or waive loan payments under certain circumstances; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 570.823, F.S.; defining terms; establishing the silviculture emergency recovery program within the department to administer a grant program to assist certain timber landowners; requiring that such grants be used for certain purposes; requiring that only timber lands located on agricultural property are eligible for the program; requiring the department to coordinate with state agencies to provide financial assistance to timber landowners after a specified declared emergency; providing construction; authorizing the department to adopt rules to implement this section; providing construction; amending s. 581.1843, F.S.; deleting provisions that exclude certain citrus nurseries from certain requirements; deleting provisions relating to regulated areas around the perimeter of commercial citrus nurseries; repealing ss. 593.101, 593.102, 593.103, 593.104, 593.105, 593.106, 593.107, 593.108, 593.109, 593.11, 593.111, 593.112, 593.113, 593.114, 593.1141, 593.1142, 593.115, 593.116, and 593.117, F.S., relating to the Florida Boll Weevil Eradication Law; definitions; powers and duties of Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; the entry of premises to carry out boll weevil eradication activities and inspections; reports by persons growing cotton; quarantine areas and the regulation of articles within a boll weevil eradication zone; the regulation of collection, transportation, distribution, and movement of cotton; cooperative programs for persons engaged in growing, processing, marketing, or handling cotton; the department’s authority to designate eradication zones, prohibit planting of cotton, and require participation in eradication program; regulation of the pasturage of livestock, entry by persons, and location of honeybee colonies in eradication zones and other areas; eligibility for certification of cotton growers’ organization; the certification of cotton growers’ organization; a referendum; an assessment; the department’s authority to enter agreements with the Farm Service Agency; liens; mandamus or injunction; penalty for violation; and the handling of moneys received, respectively; amending s. 595.404, F.S.; revising the department’s powers and duties regarding school nutrition programs; amending s. 599.002, F.S.; renaming the Viticulture Advisory Council as the Florida Wine Advisory Council; revising the membership of the Florida Wine Advisory Council; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.003, F.S.; renaming the State Viticulture Plan as the State Wine Plan; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.004, F.S.; making technical changes; providing that wineries that fail to recertify annually or pay a specified licensing fee are subject to certain actions and costs; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 599.012, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 616.12, F.S.; deleting provisions requiring a person who operates a minstrel show in connection with any certain public fairs to pay specified license taxes; deleting a provision that exempts such person from paying specified taxes; creating s. 687.16, F.S.; providing a short title; defining terms; prohibiting a financial institution from discriminating in the provision of financial services to an agricultural producer based on an ESG factor; providing an inference with regard to a certain violation; providing that the financial institution may overcome the inference by making certain demonstrations regarding its denial or restriction of financial services to an agricultural producer; authorizing the Attorney General to enforce specified provisions; providing that a violation of specified provisions constitutes an unfair and deceptive trade practice; authorizing the Attorney General to investigate and seek remedies for such unfair trade practices; authorizing an aggrieved party to seek an action for damages; amending s. 741.0305, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 790.06, F.S.; revising the circumstances under which the department may temporarily suspend a person’s license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm or the processing of an application for such license; requiring the department to notify certain licensees or applicants of his or her right to a hearing; requiring that the hearing regarding such suspension of license be for a limited purpose; requiring the department to issue an order lifting the suspension of an applicant’s license upon a certain disposition of the criminal case; requiring that the suspension remain in effect upon a certain disposition of the criminal case; providing construction; providing legislative findings; revising the duties of the department after the date of receipt of a completed application for a license to carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm; requiring that a license issued under this section be temporarily suspended or revoked if the license was issued in error or if the licensee commits certain actions; amending s. 812.0151, F.S.; revising the elements of third degree and second degree felony retail fuel theft; creating s. 812.136, F.S.; defining terms; providing elements for the crime of mail theft; providing elements of theft of or unauthorized reproduction of a mail depository key or lock; providing criminal penalties; amending s. 934.50, F.S.; deleting certain exceptions from the prohibited uses of drones; creating s. 1013.373, F.S.; prohibiting a local government from adopting any measure to limit the activities of public educational facilities or auxiliary facilities constructed by certain organizations; requiring that lands used for agricultural education or for the Future Farmers of America or 4-H activities be considered agricultural lands; reenacting s. 295.07(5)(a), F.S., relating to preference in appointment and retention, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 110.205, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 125.01(1)(r), 163.3162(3)(a) through (d), 163.3163(3)(c), 163.3164(4), 163.3194(5), 170.01(4), 193.052(2), 193.4615, 212.08(5)(a) and (19)(a), 373.406(2), 403.182(11)(a), 403.9337(4), 472.029(2)(d), 474.2021(5), 474.2165(4)(d), 487.081(6), 570.85(1), 570.87(1), 570.94(3), 582.19(1)(a), 586.055, 604.50(2)(a) and (d), 604.73(3)(b), 692.201(1), 741.30(5)(a) and (6)(a), 810.011(5)(a), and 823.14(6), F.S., relating to powers and duties; agricultural lands and practices; applications for development permits; community planning act; legal status of comprehensive plan; authority for providing improvements and levying and collecting special assessments against property benefited; preparation and serving of returns; assessment of obsolete agricultural equipment; storage tax; exemptions; local pollution control programs; the Model Ordinance for Florida-Friendly Fertilizer Use on Urban Landscapes; authorization to enter lands of third parties; veterinary telehealth; ownership and control of veterinary medical patient records; exemptions; agritourism; agritourism participation impact on land classification; best management practices for wildlife; qualifications and tenure of supervisors; location of apiaries; nonresidential farm buildings; urban agriculture pilot projects; definitions; domestic violence; definitions; and the Florida Right to Farm Act, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 193.461, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 189.062(1)(a) and 388.261(7), F.S., relating to special procedures for inactive districts and state aid to counties and districts for arthropod control, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 388.271, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 482.072(3)(b) and 482.163, F.S., relating to pest control customer contact centers and responsibility for pest control activities of employee, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 482.161, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 487.156, F.S., relating to governmental agencies, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 487.044, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 496.4055(2) and 496.406(2) and (4), F.S., relating to charitable organization or sponsor board duties and exemption from registration, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 496.405, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 500.80(1)(a), F.S., relating to cottage food operations, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.12, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 500.121(6), F.S., relating to disciplinary procedures, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 500.172, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 790.061, F.S., relating to judges and justices, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 790.06, F.S., in a reference thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Agriculture, Keith Truenow (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Now in Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government
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UT bill #SB0336 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies provisions related to the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District, making several key changes across multiple areas of Utah law. The bill establishes and empowers the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District with broad responsibilities, including facilitating land development, providing funding for infrastructure, and supporting the potential construction of a major league sports stadium. The district is granted significant powers, such as imposing an accommodations tax up to 15%, receiving a portion of sales and use tax revenues, and having jurisdiction over development on fairpark land. The bill also creates mechanisms for the district to generate revenue, including enhanced property tax revenue sharing, a new motor vehicle rental tax, and potential sales tax transfers. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for land use regulation, conflict of interest disclosures for board members, and coordination with existing state authorities like the State Fair Park Authority. The modifications are designed to support potential future development, including a potential major league sports team stadium, while establishing clear governance and financial frameworks for the district.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions relating to the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Scott Sandall (R)*, Ryan Wilcox (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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PA bill #HB891 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Providing for Keystone State Apprenticeship Tax Credit; establishing the Keystone State Apprenticeship Tax Credit Program; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Keystone State Apprenticeship Tax Credit Program, which provides tax incentives for employers who hire and train apprentices in non-construction trades. The program allows certified employers to claim tax credits ranging from $2,000 to $6,000 per apprentice, depending on the apprentice's year in the program, with additional incentives for employers who train disadvantaged youth (individuals aged 16-24 who are low-income or at-risk). Employers can receive an extra $500 credit if an apprentice is trained by a mentor for the entire calendar year. The Department of Labor and Industry will manage the program, allocating up to $10 million in tax credits annually from 2025 to 2030, with a preference for employers hiring apprentices in emerging industries like clean energy, healthcare, technology, advanced manufacturing, and conservation. To participate, employers must apply, allow tax information sharing, and submit annual reports demonstrating compliance. The secretary will publish an annual report detailing the program's impact, including the number of apprentices, their work locations, and the tax credits issued. The goal is to encourage apprenticeship programs, particularly in industries and regions with growth potential, and support workforce development for young and disadvantaged workers.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), entitled "An act relating to tax reform and State taxation by codifying and enumerating certain subjects of taxation and imposing taxes thereon; providing procedures for the payment, collection, administration and enforcement thereof; providing for tax credits in certain cases; conferring powers and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue, certain employers, fiduciaries, individuals, persons, corporations and other entities; prescribing crimes, offenses and penalties," providing for Keystone State Apprenticeship Tax Credit; establishing the Keystone State Apprenticeship Tax Credit Program; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Joe Webster (D)*, Maureen Madden (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Tarik Khan (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), John Inglis (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Ed Neilson (D), Steve Malagari (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY
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KS bill #HB2284 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Directing the department of administration to adopt written policies governing the negotiated procurement of managed care organizations to provide state medicaid services pursuant to a contract with the Kansas program of medical assistance.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Kansas Department of Administration to develop written policies for negotiating contracts with managed care organizations (MCOs) that provide Medicaid services. The policies must include four key provisions: (1) a prohibition on destroying records that complies with the Kansas open records act, ensuring transparency and document preservation; (2) a tiebreak procedure for evaluation scoring during the procurement process; (3) a requirement to be transparent with the legislature throughout the procurement process to the fullest extent permitted by state law; and (4) an appeals process overseen by a special appeals committee composed of legislative leaders from both the Senate and House, including committee chairs and ranking minority members from health, insurance, and human services committees. The bill requires these policies to be adopted and implemented before July 1, 2026, and aims to improve the accountability and fairness of the state's Medicaid managed care procurement process. A managed care organization is a health insurance provider that contracts with the state to deliver Medicaid services to eligible residents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the department of administration; relating to the procurement of managed care organizations for the Kansas program of medical assistance; requiring adoption of policies.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed by Committee on Public Health and Welfare
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KY bill #HB255 • Last Action 03/13/2025
AN ACT relating to physical therapy.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Kentucky's physical therapy licensing and regulation laws, making numerous changes to enhance public safety and professional standards. The bill creates new legislative findings emphasizing the importance of protecting public health and ensuring physical therapists practice with reasonable skill and safety. It redefines key terms like "physical therapy" and "active patient", expands the Board of Physical Therapy's powers to include issuing advisory opinions, creating task forces, and purchasing professional liability insurance, and introduces more rigorous reporting and disciplinary mechanisms. Notably, the bill prohibits physical therapists from engaging in sexual contact with patients, requires reporting of misdemeanor convictions, and establishes guidelines for handling sexual misconduct allegations. The bill also modernizes provisions related to licensing, including creating a provisional license category, establishing more detailed background check requirements, and allowing for telehealth services. Additionally, the bill creates a new framework for fine implementation, allows for periodic education of board members, and provides mechanisms for expunging certain disciplinary records. The legislation aims to create a more comprehensive and protective regulatory environment for physical therapy practice in Kentucky, with an emphasis on patient safety, professional accountability, and clear ethical standards.
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Bill Summary: Amend various sections of KRS Chapter 327, relating to the practice and regulation of physical therapy, to state legislative findings; allow a physical therapist to refer a patient for tests or examination; require a practitioner or employer to report a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor; require potential board members to not have been under any disciplinary action in the past five years; permit the Board of Physical Therapy to purchase professional liability insurance; authorize the board to convene committees and task forces to review and advise the board on pertinent issues; authorize the board to promulgate administrative regulations to establish fee amounts, issue advisory opinions and declaratory rulings related to this chapter, and issue a license to a physical therapist assistant applicant; prohibit physical therapists and physical therapist assistants from engaging in sexual contact with any active patient of record or parent or legal guardian of the active patient of record; require the board to develop guidelines to follow upon receipt of an allegation of sexual misconduct by a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant; allow the board to receive periodic education on issues affecting the practice of physical therapy and public protection; allow the board to determine which disciplinary records may be expunged; authorize the board to establish the amounts, limits, or ranges for any fines imposed; repeal and reenact KRS 327.010 to define terms; repeal and reenact KRS 327.080 to deposit to the credit of a revolving fund for the use of the board; require all expenses of the board to be paid from the revolving fund.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Amy Neighbors (R)*, Beverly Chester-Burton (D), Mike Clines (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: returned to Licensing & Occupations (S)
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MS bill #HB1123 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Pharmacy benefit managers and pharmacy services administrative organizations; provide certain regulations for.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and pharmacy services administrative organizations (PSAOs) in Mississippi, aiming to increase transparency and prevent unfair practices in prescription drug pricing. The bill prohibits "spread pricing," where PBMs charge health plans more for prescription drugs than they reimburse pharmacies, and requires drug manufacturers, PBMs, PSAOs, and health insurers to submit quarterly and annual reports to the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy detailing drug pricing, rebates, and other financial information. The legislation mandates that the Board of Pharmacy develop a public website to publish these reports, with protections to keep confidential business information private. The bill also prevents PBMs and PSAOs from retaliating against pharmacies or pharmacists who challenge their practices, provides a process for pharmacies to appeal reimbursement rates, and gives the Board of Pharmacy the authority to conduct investigations, issue subpoenas, and impose monetary penalties of up to $25,000 per violation for non-compliance. Additionally, the bill requires PBMs and PSAOs to disclose any ownership affiliations with pharmacies and mandates full disclosure of rebates to plan sponsors. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, and is set to stand repealed on June 30, 2028, allowing for potential review and renewal.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Prohibit Spread Pricing; To Require Each Drug Manufacturer To Submit A Report To The Board Of Pharmacy That Includes The Current Wholesale Acquisition Cost; To Require Such Entities To Provide The Board Of Pharmacy With Various Drug Pricing Information Within A Certain Time; To Require Pharmacy Benefit Managers And Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations To File A Report With The Board Of Pharmacy; To Require Each Health Insurer To Submit A Report To The Board Of Pharmacy That Includes Certain Drug Prescription Information; To Require The Board Of Pharmacy To Develop A Website To Publish Information Related To The Act; To Prohibit Pharmacy Benefit Managers And Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations From Retaliating Against Pharmacists Or Pharmacies For Taking Certain Actions; To Authorize The Board Of Pharmacy To Conduct Investigations, Issue Subpoenas, Conduct Audits And Impose A Monetary Penalty For Violations Related To The Act; To Require Pharmacy Benefit Managers And Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations To Identify Ownership Affiliation Of Any Kind To The Board Of Pharmacy; To Bring Forward Sections 73-21-155, 73-21-156 And 73-21-183, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jason White (R)*, Jansen Owen (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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KS bill #SB54 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Substitute for SB 54 by Committee on Judiciary - Limiting discovery and disclosure of third-party litigation funding agreements and requiring reporting of such agreements to the judicial council for study.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Kansas civil procedure law to introduce new requirements and limitations regarding third-party litigation funding agreements (TPLF), which are financial arrangements where an external party provides funding for a lawsuit in exchange for a portion of potential proceeds. Under the bill, parties involved in a legal action must disclose certain details about their TPLF agreements to the court within 30 days of filing a lawsuit or executing such an agreement, including the identities of contracting parties, whether the funder has control or approval rights over litigation decisions, and whether any foreign entities from countries of concern are providing funding. The bill limits discovery of these agreements, stipulating that the agreements themselves are not admissible as evidence at trial, and provides specific protections for nonprofits. Additionally, the bill defines key terms like "foreign country of concern" and "third-party litigation funding agreement" and includes provisions to protect the severability of the new regulations. The legislation aims to increase transparency around litigation funding while preventing potential conflicts of interest and limiting the potential influence of foreign entities in legal proceedings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the code of civil procedure; relating to litigation funding by third parties; limiting discovery and disclosure of third- party litigation funding agreements; requiring reporting of such agreements to the court and requiring the judicial council to study third- party litigation funding agreements; requiring the clerk of the supreme court to develop a form for reports; exempting such reports from the open records act; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 60-226 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Judiciary
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ID bill #H0206 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to transfer emergency medical services responsibilites to the Idaho Military Division.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers emergency medical services (EMS) responsibilities from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare to the Idaho Military Division. The bill makes several key changes and provisions. It establishes a new chapter in Idaho law governing emergency medical services, creates an EMS program within the Military Division, and sets up a comprehensive framework for managing EMS across the state. The bill creates a new Emergency Medical Services Fund and Emergency Medical Services Vehicle and Equipment Grant Fund, which will be used to distribute funds to qualifying nonprofit and governmental EMS entities. The funding can cover vehicles, equipment, training, licensing expenses, and other related costs. The bill also establishes a Time Sensitive Emergency (TSE) System Council to oversee trauma, stroke, and heart attack care, creating a voluntary statewide system for designating and coordinating emergency medical centers. Key provisions include establishing licensing requirements for EMS personnel and agencies, creating a medical director position to provide oversight, and setting up a TSE registry to collect and analyze data on emergency medical incidents. The bill also outlines procedures for disciplinary actions against EMS personnel and agencies, including grounds for license suspension or revocation. The transfer of EMS responsibilities is planned to be completed by July 1, 2025, with the legislature intending to improve coordination between emergency management and emergency medical services. The bill includes a sunset provision for EMS rulemaking authority, expiring on July 1, 2027, to ensure ongoing review and adaptation of the new system.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES; PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; AMENDING TITLE 46, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW CHAPTER 9, TITLE 46, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A SHORT TITLE, TO ESTABLISH PROVI- SIONS REGARDING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AND THE MEDICAL DIRECTOR, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING USE AND DISTRIBUTION OF EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FUNDS AND COUNTY ACCOUNTABILITY, TO ESTABLISH PROVI- SIONS REGARDING PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES LICENSURE ACTIONS, TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS, TO PROVIDE FOR THE CREATION OF THE IDAHO TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY COUNCIL AND TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARD- ING THE COMPOSITION AND DUTIES OF THE COUNCIL, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING DESIGNATION AS A TRAUMA, STROKE, OR HEART ATTACK CENTER, TO PROVIDE FOR THE CREATION OF THE TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY REGISTRY, AND TO PROVIDE FOR CONFIDENTIALITY; AMENDING SECTION 56-1011, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR LEGISLATIVE PURPOSE AND CONSTRUCTION OF CHAPTER AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1012, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE DEFINITIONS, TO DEFINE A TERM, AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1013, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING AUTHORIZED ACTIONS AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1014, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING LIABILITY AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1015, IDAHO CODE, TO RE- VISE PROVISIONS REGARDING FAILURE TO OBTAIN CONSENT AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1016, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING AGENCY MINIMUM STANDARDS AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1023, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING RULES AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1024, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE IDAHO TIME SENSITIVE EMER- GENCY SYSTEM OF CARE AND STATEMENT OF INTENT AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1026, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE IDAHO TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY SYSTEM, TO DEFINE TERMS, AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1030, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING IDAHO TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY SYSTEM REGIONAL COMMITTEES AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 57-2004, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING PARTICIPATION IN THE TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY REGISTRY AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING SECTION 57-2007, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY REGISTRY LIABILITY, TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONS, AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; AMENDING CHAPTER 8, TITLE 57, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 57-829, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FUND; AMENDING CHAPTER 8, TITLE 57, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SECTION 57-830, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT GRANT FUND; AMENDING SECTION 57-2005, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE TIME SENSITIVE EMER- GENCY REGISTRY FUND AND TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION; 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 PROVISIONS REGARDING CONFIDENTIAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 18-915, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 31-3908, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE AND TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORREC- TIONS; AMENDING SECTION 33-4302, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A DEFINITION AND TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 39-1392a, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE DEFINITIONS AND TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 39-1393, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVISION; AMENDING SECTION 39-4703, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A DEFINITION AND TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 39-8202, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVISION; AMENDING SEC- TION 46-1007, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVISION; AMENDING SECTION 49-123, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVISION; AMENDING SECTION 49-306, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE PROVISIONS REGARDING APPLICATION FOR DRIVER'S LICENSE, INSTRUCTION PERMIT, COM- MERCIAL LEARNER'S PERMIT, OR RESTRICTED SCHOOL ATTENDANCE DRIVING PERMIT; AMENDING SECTION 49-452, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE CORRECT CODE REFERENCES; AMENDING SECTION 49-910A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVISION; AMENDING SECTION 56-1003, IDAHO CODE, TO RE- VISE PROVISIONS REGARDING POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE DIRECTOR; AMENDING SECTION 63-3622O, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVI- SION; AMENDING SECTION 67-8802, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVISION; AMENDING SECTION 67-8806, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE IDAHO MILITARY DIVISION; AMENDING SECTION 72-451, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 74-106, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT REFERENCE; REPEALING SECTION 56-1013A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE IDAHO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PHYSICIAN COMMISSION AND TERMS AND OPERATION; REPEALING SECTION 56-1020, IDAHO CODE, RELAT- ING TO PENALTIES FOR PERSONNEL LICENSE VIOLATIONS; REPEALING SECTION 56-1021, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PENALTIES FOR AGENCY LICENSE VIOLA- TIONS; REPEALING SECTION 56-1022, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES LICENSURE ACTIONS; REPEALING SECTION 56-1025, IDAHO CODE, RE- LATING TO DEFINITIONS; REPEALING SECTION 56-1027, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE IDAHO TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY SYSTEM COUNCIL CREATION AND COM- POSITION; REPEALING SECTION 56-1028, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO DUTIES AND RULEMAKING OF THE IDAHO TIME SENSITIVE EMERGENCY SYSTEM COUNCIL; RE- PEALING SECTION 56-1029, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO IDAHO TRAUMA, STROKE, AND HEART ATTACK CENTERS; REPEALING SECTION 57-2001, IDAHO CODE, RELAT- ING TO PURPOSE OF THE REGISTRY; REPEALING SECTION 57-2002, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO TSE REGISTRY DEFINITIONS; REPEALING SECTION 57-2003, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF THE TSE REGISTRY; REPEALING SECTION 57-2006, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO CONFIDENTIALITY; REPEALING SECTION 56-1018, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FUND; RE- PEALING SECTION 56-1018A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FUND II; REPEALING SECTION 56-1018B, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FUND III; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATES.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Delivered to Governor at 11:58 a.m. on March 12, 2025
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NE bill #LB241 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Provide immunity from liability for cybersecurity events
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides legal protections for private entities during cybersecurity incidents by defining key terms and limiting their liability. The legislation defines a "cybersecurity event" as unauthorized access to, disruption of, or misuse of an information system or nonpublic information. "Nonpublic information" is specifically detailed as private data including social security numbers, driver's licenses, financial account details, security codes, and biometric records that can identify an individual. "Private entities" are broadly defined to include corporations, religious organizations, partnerships, and other business entities, both for-profit and non-profit. The bill's primary provision states that a private entity cannot be held liable in a class action lawsuit resulting from a cybersecurity event unless the event was caused by willful, wanton, or gross negligence. This means that if a company experiences a data breach or cyber incident and can demonstrate they took reasonable precautions, they would be protected from legal action, which could encourage organizations to invest in cybersecurity measures without fear of excessive litigation.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to data privacy; to define terms; and to provide exemption from liability for certain private entities as prescribed.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Hallstrom (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Presented to Governor on March 13, 2025
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KS bill #SB157 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Requiring warrants issued for failure to appear to be provided to a compensated surety, changing the criteria for setting aside bond forfeiture and requiring remission if the defendant is returned to custody in certain circumstances.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several aspects of Kansas criminal procedure, focusing on search warrants, appearance bonds, and bail bond regulations. Specifically, the bill changes the requirements for obtaining search warrants by mandating that only law enforcement officers, rather than any person, can provide sworn statements justifying probable cause. For appearance bonds, the bill requires that warrants for failure to appear must be provided to compensated sureties (bail bond companies) and establishes new criteria for setting aside bond forfeitures. For example, a bond forfeiture can now be set aside if the defendant has been deported from the United States or is incarcerated within the U.S. The bill also introduces new rules for compensated sureties, including requiring a minimum 10% bond premium, restricting how sureties can collect that premium, and mandating eight hours of annual continuing education. Additionally, the bill outlines a graduated remission schedule for bond amounts if a defendant is returned to custody within certain timeframes, allowing sureties to recover portions of their bond (90% if returned within 90 days, 75% if returned within 91-180 days, and 50% if returned within 181-270 days). These changes aim to provide more clarity and fairness in the criminal justice system's bond and warrant processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning criminal procedure; relating to search and seizure; requiring the statement of facts sufficient to show probable cause justifying a search warrant to be made by a law enforcement officer; relating to release prior to trial; forfeiture of appearance bonds; requiring warrants for failure to appear to be given to sureties; allowing bond forfeiture to be set aside if in certain circumstances if a surety can show that the defendant left the country was deported from the United States; requiring remission in certain circumstances; prohibiting a compensated surety from making a loan for certain portions of the minimum appearance bond premium required; amending K.S.A. 22-2502 and 22-2807 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 22- 2809b and repealing the existing section sections.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Judiciary
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UT bill #HB0520 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Water Entity Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses various aspects of water management and governance in Utah, with a particular focus on the Great Salt Lake. The bill makes several key changes, including establishing a Great Salt Lake Trust Council within the water trust, modifying the role and reporting requirements of the Great Salt Lake commissioner, and integrating the commissioner's office more closely with the Department of Natural Resources. The bill expands the composition of the Great Salt Lake Advisory Council to 10 members, adds new oversight and coordination requirements for water-related projects, and mandates more detailed reporting and transparency for water trusts and entities involved in Great Salt Lake management. The legislation requires the water trust to use at least 25% of grant money to protect and restore wetlands and habitats around the Great Salt Lake, and introduces new provisions for how the commissioner can spend money on water acquisition or leasing, including mandatory review by the Trust Council. The bill also makes technical amendments to several sections of Utah law related to water resources, independent entities, and departmental structures. The changes are designed to improve coordination, oversight, and strategic management of water resources, with a specific emphasis on the environmental and ecological health of the Great Salt Lake. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses various water entities including their relationship with the Department of Natural Resources
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Casey Snider (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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KY bill #HB340 • Last Action 03/13/2025
AN ACT relating to background checks.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section in Kentucky law that defines terms and establishes procedures for criminal justice agencies to provide criminal history records information to specific federal agencies and contractors when conducting background checks for employee suitability or fitness assessments. The bill defines "criminal history records information" as data collected by criminal justice agencies about individuals' arrests, charges, and dispositions, and lists a wide range of criminal justice agencies that are covered, including state police, sheriffs, correctional facilities, and local law enforcement departments. The bill specifies that these agencies must provide criminal history information when requested by federal agencies like the Department of Defense, Department of State, CIA, FBI, and others, or their contractors, specifically for background investigations under federal employee suitability guidelines. Criminal justice agencies are allowed to charge a $25 fee to cover their expenses in providing these records. Additionally, the bill amends existing juvenile justice record laws to align with these new background check provisions, ensuring that criminal justice agencies can access juvenile records when conducting federal employee background checks while maintaining confidentiality protections.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section of KRS Chapter 17 to define terms and require criminal justice agencies to provide criminal history records information to requesting agencies when they are conducting a basic suitability or fitness assessment for federal or contractor employees under 5 U.S.C. sec. 9101; authorize the agency to request a fee of $25 for reimbursement of expenses related to the check; amend KRS 610.340, relating to juvenile justice records, to conform.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Tony Hampton (R)*, Daniel Grossberg (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: reported favorably, to Rules
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UT bill #HB0021 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Criminal Code Recodification and Cross References
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive legislative effort to recodify and reorganize the Utah Criminal Code, focusing on updating cross-references, restructuring criminal statutes, and ensuring consistency across various legal sections. The bill makes numerous technical amendments to update section references across multiple titles, primarily shifting references from older chapter and section numbers to new, more logically organized locations. Key changes include renumbering sections related to weapons, sexual offenses, and other criminal statutes, while maintaining the substantive legal provisions. The bill appears designed to improve the organization and readability of Utah's criminal laws without substantially altering the underlying legal standards. The amendments touch on a wide range of areas including animal care, firearms, criminal offenses, school safety, and various administrative procedures, ensuring that legal references remain accurate and aligned with the current statutory structure.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies criminal provisions in Title 76, Utah Criminal Code, by redrafting offense statutes into a new structure, reorganizing criminal statutes into a new format, and clarifying existing law.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Matt Gwynn (R)*, Keith Grover (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 44
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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AR bill #SB432 • Last Action 03/13/2025
To Amend The Law Concerning Accountants; And To Amend The Definition Of Substantial Equivalency For The Practice Of Accountancy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several provisions of Arkansas law concerning accountants and the practice of accountancy. Specifically, the bill changes examination fee requirements, allowing the Arkansas State Board of Public Accountancy to waive or assume fees for certain applicants. It modifies the reciprocity and licensure standards for certified public accountants, simplifying language around substantial equivalency and making it easier for accountants from other states to obtain certification. The bill adjusts experience requirements for initial certification, now explicitly requiring at least one year of experience. It also revamps the practice review process, mandating annual reviews of one-third of active licensees, with different requirements for those issuing compilation versus attest services. Additionally, the bill changes the timeline for license reinstatement, now allowing reinstatement only until July 1 following a license's lapse, after which the license will be revoked. The bill provides more detailed confidentiality protections for documents obtained during quality reviews and establishes provisions for out-of-state accountants conducting peer reviews in Arkansas. These changes aim to streamline administrative processes, maintain professional standards, and provide clearer guidelines for accountants practicing in the state.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ACCOUNTANTS; TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF SUBSTANTIAL EQUIVALENCY FOR THE PRACTICE OF ACCOUNTANCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Petty (R)*, Les Warren (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Returned by the Committee, with the recommendation that it Do Pass
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AR bill #HB1595 • Last Action 03/13/2025
To Enact The State Insurance Department's General Omnibus Amendment Of Arkansas Insurance Code.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts several amendments to the Arkansas Insurance Code across multiple sections. Specifically, the bill makes the following key changes: It modifies the Insurance Commissioner's ability to delegate responsibilities under the Arkansas Workers' Compensation Insurance Plan, allowing more flexibility in plan administration. The bill clarifies the attorney's bond requirement for domestic and foreign reciprocal insurers, expanding the existing provision. It extends the examination period for hospital and medical service corporations from three to five years. The bill updates the service of process rules for insurers, aligning them with current procedural standards. Most significantly, the bill repeals the entire Comprehensive Health Insurance Pool Act (Subchapter 5), which effectively eliminates the state's high-risk health insurance pool. These changes appear designed to streamline insurance regulations, update administrative processes, and remove an outdated healthcare coverage mechanism, reflecting ongoing changes in the state's insurance landscape.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ENACT THE STATE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S GENERAL OMNIBUS AMENDMENT OF ARKANSAS INSURANCE CODE; TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE PLAN; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RECIPROCAL INSURERS; TO CLARIFY AN ATTORNEY'S BOND REQUIREMENT; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING EXAMINATIONS OF HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL SERVICE CORPORATIONS; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING SERVICE OF PROCESS IN SUITS INVOLVING INSURERS; TO REPEAL THE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH INSURANCE POOL ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Trey Steimel (R)*, Justin Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Returned by the Committee, with the recommendation that it Do Pass
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CA bill #AB370 • Last Action 03/13/2025
California Public Records Act: cyberattacks.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the California Public Records Act to modify how public agencies can handle records requests during unusual circumstances, specifically during cyberattacks and states of emergency. Under the current law, agencies have 10 days to respond to public records requests, with the possibility of a 14-day extension under "unusual circumstances." The bill refines the definition of unusual circumstances by explicitly allowing agencies to extend response times if they are unable to access electronic servers or systems due to a cyberattack, but only until they regain access to those systems. For state of emergency situations, the bill requires that the emergency not just currently affect the agency's ability to respond, but directly affect it, such as through staffing shortages or facility closures. The bill aims to balance public access to records with agencies' operational challenges during technological disruptions or emergencies, providing a clear framework for handling records requests when normal operations are impeded. Importantly, the bill does not relieve agencies of their fundamental obligation to respond to records requests, and it applies only to the specific circumstances of cyberattacks or proclaimed states of emergency that directly impact an agency's ability to process information requests.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7922.535 of the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Juan Carrillo (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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NM bill #SB318 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Firearms In Unfair Practices Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Unfair Practices Act to significantly expand provisions related to firearms and trade practices. The bill introduces comprehensive new definitions for firearms, destructive devices, and related accessories, and establishes robust legal mechanisms for addressing unfair trade practices involving these items. Key provisions include creating new grounds for legal action against manufacturers, sellers, and online marketplaces that sell firearms or firearm-related items in violation of state or federal laws, with potential penalties up to $250,000 per violation. The bill allows private individuals and the attorney general to bring civil actions against entities engaged in unlawful firearms-related trade practices, and it imposes joint and several liability on multiple parties acting in concert to manufacture or sell potentially illegal firearms or accessories. Additionally, the bill requires online marketplaces to comply with subpoenas related to third-party sellers and establishes significant statutory damages for non-compliance. The amendments also expand the definition of unfair and deceptive trade practices to explicitly include violations related to firearms, destructive devices, and their components, providing broader legal recourse for consumers and state authorities in addressing potentially dangerous or illegal commercial activities involving such items.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO FIREARMS; INCLUDING FIREARMS AND DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES IN THE UNFAIR PRACTICES ACT; EXPANDING PRIVATE REMEDIES FOR UNFAIR, DECEPTIVE AND UNCONSCIONABLE TRADE PRACTICES; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Cervantes (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Floor Amendment
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TX bill #SB2632 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to the disclosure of certain contracting information under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Public Information Act to expand transparency in government contracting by requiring the disclosure of certain contract-related information that was previously allowed to be kept confidential. Specifically, the bill mandates that governmental bodies must release detailed contract information, including total pricing, contract terms, vendor and subcontractor identities, contract performance details, and even tax-related benefits or exemptions a business might receive. The bill eliminates several existing exceptions that allowed governmental bodies to withhold such information, preventing them from redacting or refusing to disclose contracting details except in very limited circumstances. It also explicitly requires that communications between governmental bodies and vendors containing this type of information must be disclosed. The bill applies to various types of contracts and covers information submitted in response to bids, proposals, or qualification requests. Importantly, the changes will only apply to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, and are designed to provide greater public access to the financial and operational details of government contracts, thereby increasing governmental transparency and accountability.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the disclosure of certain contracting information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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KY bill #HB390 • Last Action 03/13/2025
AN ACT relating to motor vehicle insurance.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new accessible online insurance verification system (AVIS) for motor vehicle insurance in Kentucky, with significant changes to how vehicle insurance information will be tracked and verified. The bill requires the Department of Vehicle Regulation to create an online system by January 1, 2027, that will allow insurers to electronically submit insurance information for both personal and commercial motor vehicles. Insurers will be required to provide details like vehicle identification numbers (VINs) and policyholder names for personal motor vehicles, with an option for commercial vehicle insurers to voluntarily participate. A technical advisory committee composed of seven members, including representatives from insurance companies and government agencies, will oversee the system's development and implementation. The bill introduces new requirements for insurance verification during vehicle registration, license plate replacement, and vehicle transfers, reducing the proof of insurance window from 45 to 7 days for personal vehicles. Additionally, the bill creates a reinstatement fee structure for vehicle registrations canceled due to lack of insurance, with a portion of the fee dedicated to funding the new insurance verification system. The goal is to create a more efficient, technologically advanced method of tracking and verifying motor vehicle insurance coverage in the state, with specific provisions to protect insurers from liability and ensure data privacy.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 186A.040 to define terms; require the Department of Vehicle Regulation to establish an accessible online insurance verification system; establish requirements and timelines for making the system accessible and promulgating administrative regulations; establish requirements and guidelines for the department and the system; establish requirements for insurers to cooperate with the department and to submit insurance information relating to personal motor vehicles; provide option for insurers to submit insurance status information for commercial motor vehicles; create a technical advisory committee to make recommendations to department; establish duties and other requirements for the committee; require the department to submit certain drafts to the committee and to publish a final detailed guide; prohibit civil or administrative liability for insurers complying with information submission and access requirements; require the department to make certain notifications and to revoke an owner's motor vehicle registration if proof of insurance is not indicated; establish requirements for submitting proof of insurance to the department; amend confidentiality requirements for information obtained by the department; require the Commonwealth Office of Technology and the Department of Insurance to provide support and assistance to the department; amend KRS 186.040 to apply motor vehicle registration reinstatement fee to revocations by the department for failure to maintain insurance; direct reinstatement fee for failure to maintain insurance into an agency fund for accessible online insurance verification system; amend KRS 186.180 to make technical amendments and conform; provide that a revoked registration for failure to maintain insurance may be reinstated if the owner pays reinstatement fee and submits proof of insurance; amend KRS 304.39-117 to make technical amendments and conform; require insurance cards for commercial motor vehicles to clearly indicate commercial or fleet coverage; amend KRS 304.39-087 to conform; provide for expiration of existing reporting system for personal motor vehicles; amend KRS 186A.042, 186A.100, 186.021, 186.190, 186.990, and 304.39-085 to conform and make technical amendments; establish requirements for the Department of Insurance and the Department of Vehicle Regulation relating to technical advisory committee appointments and first meeting; EFFECTIVE, in part, January 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Michael Meredith (R)*, Erika Hancock (D), Sarge Pollock (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: delivered to Governor
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RI bill #S0573 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Amends the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the definition of "public record" in Rhode Island state law to provide additional privacy protections for justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system. Specifically, the bill would exempt the city or town of residence for these judicial officials from public disclosure, meaning that this information would no longer be considered a public record that can be requested or accessed by members of the public. The change is being made to the state's Access to Public Records law, which already contains numerous exemptions for certain types of personal and sensitive information. The modification aims to enhance the privacy and potentially the personal safety of judicial system personnel by preventing the public release of their specific residential location. The bill would take effect immediately upon its passage, providing an immediate change to the existing public records regulations.
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Bill Summary: This act would amend the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Mark McKenney (D)*, Matt LaMountain (D), Sam Zurier (D), David Tikoian (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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CA bill #AB754 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Solid waste: pharmaceutical and sharps waste: producer responsibility program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would make several administrative changes to California's existing pharmaceutical and sharps waste management laws, primarily by replacing terminology from "stewardship" to "producer responsibility" throughout various sections of the Public Resources Code. The bill would rename existing stewardship-related funds and accounts to "producer responsibility" equivalents and modify definitions and requirements for programs that handle pharmaceutical and sharps waste. Specifically, terms like "stewardship organization," "stewardship plan," and "stewardship program" would be replaced with "producer responsibility organization," "producer responsibility plan," and "producer responsibility program," respectively, while maintaining the same underlying meanings. The bill would also modify requirements for certified appliance recyclers, including changing the inspection process for certified appliance recycling facilities by removing the requirement that inspections be conducted "as soon as practicable" and instead mandating that certified unified program agencies transmit inspection results to the department. Additionally, the bill would authorize the department to take enforcement actions based on inspection results. These changes are primarily technical and administrative in nature, aimed at updating and clarifying language in existing waste management regulations.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 42030, 42031, 42031.4, 42031.6, 42032, 42032.2, 42033, 42033.2, 42033.4, 42033.6, 42034, 42034.2, 42034.4, 42035, 42035.2, 42035.4, 42035.6, 42035.8, 42036, 42036.2, and 42036.4 of, and to amend the heading of Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 42030) of Part 3 of Division 30 of, and to amend the headings of Article 2 (commencing with Section 42031) of, and Article 3 (commencing with Section 42032) of, Chapter 2 of Part 3 of Division 30 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to solid waste.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Damon Connolly (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on E.S & T.M.
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MI bill #HB4222 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Education: safety; procedures for school emergency operations plans; modify.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan Revised School Code to update requirements for school emergency operations plans. The bill extends and expands existing safety planning requirements to include nonpublic schools, changes the review and update frequency from biennial to every three school years, and establishes new deadlines for plan development and updates (by July 1, 2026 for public schools and July 1, 2027 for nonpublic schools). The emergency operations plan must continue to address various potential emergencies such as school violence, threats, bomb threats, fires, weather emergencies, intruders, and include procedures for parent-pupil reunification. The bill adds new requirements, including a mandate to establish a school crisis team by July 1, 2026, which must include the principal, vice principal, a school resource officer, and other appropriate personnel. The crisis team will be responsible for handling safety incidents, initiating lockdown procedures, assisting in evacuations, and managing reunification. The bill also requires schools to notify the state department of education within 30 days after completing a plan review or adopting an updated plan, and maintains the confidentiality of these emergency operations plans. The Department of State Police's Office of School Safety will continue to track and coordinate with schools that have not developed or updated their emergency plans.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"by amending section 1308b (MCL 380.1308b), as added by 2018 PA 436.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Kathy Schmaltz (R)*, Jaime Greene (R), Angela Rigas (R), Jason Woolford (R), Tom Kunse (R), Bill Schuette (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Kelly Breen (D), Rylee Linting (R), Luke Meerman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/12/2025
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MI bill #HB4212 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Natural resources: fishing; allowable catch per species and percentage quota for commercial fishing; provide for.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Michigan's commercial fishing regulations in the Great Lakes by establishing detailed definitions, licensing requirements, operational standards, and enforcement mechanisms for commercial fishing activities. The bill defines numerous terms related to fishing, such as "commercial fisher," "bycatch," and various types of fishing gear, and establishes a robust framework for commercial fishing licenses. Key provisions include requiring commercial fishers to obtain licenses, setting specific rules for fishing gear and methods, establishing bycatch allowances and harvest quotas, mandating detailed record-keeping and reporting requirements, and creating a graduated enforcement system with escalating penalties for violations. The bill also introduces new requirements for inspections, gear tracking, and fish handling, and provides the Department of Natural Resources with expanded authority to regulate commercial fishing activities. Importantly, the legislation outlines specific commercial fish species that can be legally harvested, sets standards for fish size and processing, and creates mechanisms to prevent overfishing and protect marine ecosystems. The bill represents a comprehensive modernization of Michigan's commercial fishing regulations, aimed at balancing commercial fishing interests with environmental conservation and sustainable resource management.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled"Natural resources and environmental protection act,"by amending sections 47301, 47303, 47305, 47306, 47307, 47308, 47309, 47310, 47311, 47312, 47313, 47314, 47315, 47316, 47317, 47318, 47319, 47320, 47321, 47322, 47323, 47324, 47325, 47326, 47327, 47328, and 48724 (MCL 324.47301, 324.47303, 324.47305, 324.47306, 324.47307, 324.47308, 324.47309, 324.47310, 324.47311, 324.47312, 324.47313, 324.47314, 324.47315, 324.47316, 324.47317, 324.47318, 324.47319, 324.47320, 324.47321, 324.47322, 324.47323, 324.47324, 324.47325, 324.47326, 324.47327, 324.47328, and 324.48724), sections 47301, 47305, 47306, 47307, 47308, 47310, 47312, 47313, 47314, 47316, 47317, 47318, 47319, 47320, 47321, 47322, 47323, 47324, 47326, 47328, and 48724 as added by 1995 PA 57, section 47303 as amended by 2004 PA 587, and sections 47309, 47311, and 47315 as amended by 2022 PA 34, and by adding section 47304; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Amos O'Neal (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/12/2025
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VT bill #S0018 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An act relating to licensure of freestanding birth centers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive licensing framework for freestanding birth centers in Vermont, creating new regulations that define what constitutes a birth center and setting standards for their operation. Under the proposed law, birth centers are defined as facilities outside of hospitals where low-risk births are planned, providing prenatal, labor, delivery, and postpartum care. To operate legally, birth centers must obtain a license from the Department of Health by paying a $250 fee and demonstrating compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards. The bill requires birth centers to be subject to department inspections, allows them to be owned by licensed healthcare professionals like midwives, and prohibits entities from using the term "birth center" without proper licensing. Additionally, the bill mandates that health insurance plans and Medicaid cover prenatal, maternity, postpartum, and newborn services provided at licensed birth centers, and exempts these centers from certificate of need review. The legislation aims to expand access to birth center services by creating a clear regulatory pathway and ensuring insurance coverage, with implementation set to begin on January 1, 2026. The bill also requires the Agency of Human Services to seek federal approval for Medicaid coverage of birth center services, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to integrating birth centers into Vermont's healthcare system.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish a licensing structure for freestanding birth centers. It would also require prenatal, maternity, postpartum, and newborn coverage under health insurance plans and Medicaid to include birth center services and would specify that birth centers are not subject to certificate of need review.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Martine Gulick (D)*, Alison Clarkson (D), Ruth Hardy (D), Wendy Harrison (D), Robert Plunkett (D), Anne Watson (D), Dave Weeks (R), Becca White (D), Terry Williams (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Finance Hearing (00:00:00 3/13/2025 )
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IN bill #HB1312 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Public notices.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a comprehensive overhaul of public notice publication requirements in Indiana, establishing a state public notice website managed by the Indiana Office of Technology. Beginning July 1, 2026, the bill allows state agencies and smaller political subdivisions to publish public notices on this centralized website, with larger political subdivisions phasing in website publication by January 1, 2027. The new state public notice website must be free to use, searchable by various criteria like location and subject, and capable of sending email alerts to users. Newspapers and locality newspapers will still be able to publish notices in print or electronic editions, but they cannot charge fees for viewing electronic notices or require user registration. The Indiana Archives and Records Administration will be responsible for establishing standards to transfer and preserve these public notices for historical purposes. The bill also modifies existing laws about public notice publication, removing some previous restrictions on newspaper and locality newspaper notice requirements, and allowing more flexibility in how and where public notices can be published. Importantly, the website will maintain published notices for at least seven days, and in some cases longer depending on the specific publication requirements, ensuring continued public access to important governmental information.
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Bill Summary: Public notices. Requires the Indiana office of technology (office) to establish a state public notice website not later than July 1, 2026. Prohibits the office from charging a fee for publishing or viewing notices. Allows a person to satisfy any notice statute by publishing notice in any of the following forms of media: (1) Newspaper, including print edition or electronic edition. (2) Locality newspaper, including print edition or electronic edition. (3) The state public notice website. (4) Political subdivision website. Requires the Indiana archives and records administration (administration) to establish standards and guidelines and enter into memoranda of understanding with agencies for the transfer and preservation of public notices from the state public notice website to the administration to preserve public notices for historical purposes. Phases out the publication of notices on the political subdivision website. Phases in the publication of notices on the state public notice website.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Jenny Meltzer (R)*, Doug Miller (R), Alex Zimmerman (R), Liz Brown (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate Local Government Hearing (00:00:00 3/13/2025 Room 233)
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IN bill #HB1148 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Confidentiality of birth and stillbirth records.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the confidentiality period for birth and stillbirth records from 75 years to 99 years after their creation date. Specifically, the legislation amends existing Indiana law to provide that a registration or certificate of birth or stillbirth will be open to public inspection and available for copying only 99 years after the record is created, instead of the previous 75-year timeframe. An important caveat is that birth records of adopted children remain subject to existing adoption confidentiality provisions under Indiana law. The bill aims to further protect the privacy of individuals' vital records by lengthening the period during which these documents are kept confidential, while still ultimately allowing public access after nearly a century has passed. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the new record-keeping requirements.
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Bill Summary: Confidentiality of birth and stillbirth records. Provides that a registration or certificate of a birth or stillbirth is open to public inspection and copying upon the request of any person that occurs 99 years (instead of 75 years) after the record is created.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Gregory Porter (D)*, Brad Barrett (R), Martin Carbaugh (R), Robin Shackleford (D), Vaneta Becker (R), La Keisha Jackson (D), Ed Charbonneau (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Committee report: do pass, adopted
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IN bill #SB0419 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Crimes against health care providers.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Indiana law to strengthen protections for health care providers by modifying battery offenses. The bill defines a "health care provider" as an individual employed by, contracted with, or providing services on behalf of a licensed health care entity, such as a hospital or medical facility. Under the new provisions, battery against a health care provider while they are acting within the scope of their duties would be classified as a Level 6 felony. Additionally, if the battery involves placing bodily fluids or waste on a health care provider, it would be considered a Level 5 felony, especially if the bodily fluid or waste is known to be infected with serious diseases like hepatitis, tuberculosis, or HIV. The bill aims to provide increased legal protection for health care workers by creating more severe criminal penalties for physical attacks or intentional contamination, recognizing the important and often dangerous work these professionals perform in providing medical care.
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Bill Summary: Crimes against health care providers. Defines "health care provider". Provides that the offense of battery is a Level 6 felony if it is committed against a health care provider, and a Level 5 felony if it is committed against a health care provider by placing bodily fluids or waste on the health care provider.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Cynthia Carrasco (R)*, Tyler Johnson (R)*, Kyle Walker (R)*, J.D. Ford (D), Ron Alting (R), Blake Doriot (R), David Niezgodski (D), Mike Bohacek (R), Lonnie Randolph (D), Daryl Schmitt (R), Jim Buck (R), Karen Engleman (R), Ethan Manning (R), Julie Olthoff (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Representative Olthoff added as cosponsor
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KS bill #HB2007 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Substitute for HB2007 by Committee on Appropriations - Making and concerning supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2025 and appropriations for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for various state agencies.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill summarizes the appropriations for various state agencies for fiscal years 2025, 2026, and 2027. Here's a concise overview: This bill makes supplemental appropriations and authorizes budget allocations for numerous Kansas state agencies and institutions for fiscal years 2025, 2026, and 2027. The bill covers a wide range of funding across state government, including appropriations for: 1. Various regulatory boards and commissions 2. State universities and educational institutions 3. State departments like Health and Environment, Aging and Disability Services, and Corrections 4. Judicial and legislative branches 5. Public safety and corrections facilities Key provisions include funding for specific programs such as: - Mental health intervention team pilot programs - Technical education and workforce development - Evidence-based juvenile crime prevention - Medicaid and healthcare services - State infrastructure and capital improvements - Scholarships and student financial aid - Mental health and substance abuse treatment services The bill also includes specific funding limitations, transfer authorities between accounts, and requirements for reporting and performance tracking for various agencies and programs. It provides detailed instructions on how funds can be used, often with specific provisos and restrictions to ensure accountability and targeted spending. The appropriations are drawn from multiple funding sources, including the state general fund, special revenue funds, federal funds, and other specific state accounts. The bill represents a comprehensive approach to funding state government operations and services for the specified fiscal years.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2025, June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027, for state agencies; authorizing certain transfers, capital improvement projects and fees, imposing certain restrictions and limitations and directing or authorizing certain receipts, disbursements, procedures and acts incidental to the foregoing; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 2-223, 12- 1775a, 12-5256, 65-180, 74-50,107, 74-8711, 74-99b34, 76-775, 76- 7,107, 76-7,155, 79-2989, 79-3425i, 79-34,171 and 82a-955 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Troy Waymaster (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing continuation: Thursday, March 13, 2025, 10:30 AM Room 548-S
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KY bill #SB3 • Last Action 03/13/2025
AN ACT relating to student-athletes and declaring an emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Kentucky's existing laws regarding student-athletes' name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements, introducing several key provisions. The bill defines new terms like "institutional agreement" and "prevailing range of compensation" and allows student-athletes to receive compensation through NIL agreements with third parties, while also permitting institutions to enter into written agreements with athletes to share revenue. Institutions can now designate media rights holders or third parties with whom athletes may directly enter NIL agreements, and they can establish reasonable restrictions on these agreements, such as prohibiting agreements that conflict with the institution's mission or would cause an athlete to miss team activities. The bill provides liability protections for institutional employees involved in NIL-related decisions, requires financial literacy workshops for student-athletes, and allows institutions to provide resources and support for NIL agreements. Additionally, the bill updates provisions related to agency contracts, reaffirmation of agreements, and high school athletic regulations, including restrictions on using school property for NIL activities. The bill declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the goal of providing clear guidelines for student-athlete compensation in intercollegiate athletics.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 164.6941 to define terms; amend KRS 164.6943 to allow the limitation of earning compensation through a NIL agreement through an institutional agreement between the student-athlete and the institution or affiliated organization; permit an institution or association to require compensation be consistent with the prevailing range of compensation; amend KRS 164.6945 to conform and authorize a student-athlete to receive compensation from an institution or its affiliated corporation through a written institutional agreement; authorize an institution or affiliated corporation to designate a media rights holder or other third parties whom an institution's student-athletes may directly enter into NIL agreements with; amend KRS 164.6947 to conform and provide affiliated corporation's employees with the same liability protections as institution employees as it relates to damages resulting from decisions and actions routinely taken in the course of intercollegiate athletics; delete language providing that nothing in the section protects institutions from acts of gross negligence and certain misconduct; exempt a student-athlete's institutional agreements not from disclosure under the Kentucky Open Records Act; amend KRS 164.6949 to include the waiver for actions brought on institutional agreements under KRS 45A.245; amend KRS 164.6951 to conform and include prospective student athletes in provisions concerning the reaffirming of NIL agreements or agency contracts when no longer participating in intercollegiate athletics; amend KRS 156.070 to include school property in the prohibition of a high school student-athlete's use of member school property; EMERGENCY.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Max Wise (R)*, Don Douglas (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 10)
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MI bill #HB4226 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Fire: other; number of school fire and security drills; modify.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing fire prevention code by changing the requirements for fire and safety drills in schools serving kindergarten through 12th grade. The key changes include reducing the total number of required fire drills from 8 to 7 per school year, with at least 4 drills held in the fall and 3 in the remaining part of the year. For schools with grades K-12, the bill decreases the mandatory fire drills from 5 to 4, with 2 drills required by December 1 and 2 more during the remaining school year. The bill also increases the number of interior security drills from 3 to 4, mandating that at least one drill be conducted during a lunch or recess period, and another when students are between classes. Additionally, the bill requires schools to post documentation of completed safety drills on their website within 30 school days, maintaining the documentation for at least 3 years. The documentation must include details such as the school name, date, type of drill, number of completed drills, and signatures. The bill also introduces a requirement for schools to develop a cardiac emergency response plan by the 2025-2026 school year, which includes provisions for defibrillator use, emergency communication, and integration with local emergency response systems.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled"Fire prevention code,"by amending section 19 (MCL 29.19), as amended by 2024 PA 36.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Rylee Linting (R)*, Jaime Greene (R), Angela Rigas (R), Jason Woolford (R), Tom Kunse (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Bill Schuette (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Kelly Breen (D), Luke Meerman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/12/2025
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AZ bill #SB1355 • Last Action 03/13/2025
School mapping data; requirements; accessibility.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive School Mapping Data Program administered by the Arizona Department of Education to improve emergency response capabilities in schools. The program requires each public school (K-12) to develop detailed, standardized digital maps of their campuses that include accurate floor plans, site-specific labels for buildings and grounds, locations of critical utilities and safety equipment, and gridded coordinates oriented to true north. The mapping software must be compatible with public safety agencies' platforms, freely accessible, and printable, without allowing unauthorized modifications. Schools must annually review and certify the accuracy of their mapping data, providing it to local, state, and federal emergency service agencies. The bill creates a dedicated fund with an initial appropriation of $10,360,000 in fiscal year 2025-2026, from which schools can apply for grants to cover mapping development costs. Importantly, the school mapping data is designated as non-public and exempt from public disclosure requirements, ensuring sensitive safety information remains protected while still being available to emergency responders.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 15, chapter 2, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-231.01; appropriating monies; relating to the department of education.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : David Gowan (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Transmit to House
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TX bill #SB2566 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to request for public information for legislative purposes; providing an administrative penalty.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies and strengthens the rights of Texas legislators to access public information for legislative purposes by establishing a special right of access to all public information, including confidential or otherwise exempt records. The bill specifies that legislators can request public information from governmental bodies, and those bodies must treat such requests similarly to public information requests, with some key provisions: legislators can delegate their access rights to specific staff members, no fees can be charged for providing copies, and governmental bodies may require a confidentiality agreement for sensitive information, but such agreements are limited in scope and must follow specific guidelines. If a governmental body fails to comply with these requirements, a legislator can file a complaint with the attorney general, who will investigate and can impose administrative penalties up to $5,000 per violation per day for serious or repeated violations. The bill also provides a process for challenging confidentiality agreements and ensures that the confidentiality of information is maintained even when shared between legislative entities. These changes aim to enhance legislative oversight and transparency while protecting sensitive information through controlled access and agreements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to request for public information for legislative purposes; providing an administrative penalty.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Royce West (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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UT bill #SB0333 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Major Sporting Event Venue Financing Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Major Sporting Event Venue Zone Act, which creates a comprehensive framework for developing and financing significant sporting venues in Utah. The bill allows municipalities and counties to propose major sporting event venue zones for venues associated with events like the Olympic Games, with the potential to capture property tax and sales tax increments to fund infrastructure and venue development. Specifically, the bill allows a creating entity (a municipality or county) to propose a major sporting event venue zone that can generate revenue through property tax increments (up to 75%), local sales and use tax increments, and additional taxes like transient room taxes. The proposed zone must demonstrate objectives such as redeveloping existing venues, supporting infrastructure, improving public transportation, enhancing commercial development, and increasing tourism. A special committee will review and potentially approve these proposals, with strict requirements around boundary definitions, revenue usage, and reporting. The bill includes provisions for establishing sales and use tax boundaries, tracking revenue collection, and ensuring that funds are used to directly benefit the venue zone and surrounding areas. The legislation is designed to provide financial tools for developing significant sporting venues while maintaining transparency and accountability in the use of public funds. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill enacts the Major Sporting Event Venue Zone Act and related provisions.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jerry Stevenson (R)*, Jon Hawkins (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 41
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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UT bill #SB0318 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Prosecutorial Misconduct Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Prosecutor Conduct Commission to address potential professional misconduct by prosecuting attorneys in Utah. The commission will be composed of six members, including prosecutors, a criminal defense attorney, and retired judges, who will serve staggered four-year terms. The commission can receive, initiate, and investigate complaints about professional misconduct by prosecuting attorneys, defined as purposeful, knowing, or reckless violations of legal obligations or professional standards that impact or could impact an individual's due process rights. The commission has the power to subpoena witnesses and gather evidence, but cannot discipline prosecutors directly. Instead, if the commission finds professional misconduct, it must notify the prosecutor's employer, potentially law enforcement, and the Office of Professional Conduct. The commission is required to submit an annual report to legislative committees detailing the number and nature of complaints received, investigated, and their outcomes, while maintaining the confidentiality of individual prosecutors' identities. The bill aims to provide a structured mechanism for addressing potential prosecutorial misconduct and increasing accountability within the criminal justice system, without compromising individual privacy or due process rights.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill creates a commission to address prosecutorial misconduct.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Todd Weiler (R)*, Karianne Lisonbee (R), Brady Brammer (R), Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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MN bill #HF2115 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Aging and disability services, behavioral health, Direct Care and Treatment, health care administration, the Office of the Inspector General, licensing and disqualification, and department operations provisions modified; and intermediate school district behavioral health grant program established.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill encompasses multiple aspects of human services, behavioral health, licensing, and administrative provisions. Here's a concise summary: This bill proposes comprehensive modifications to various human services programs and regulations, spanning several key areas. It establishes an Intermediate School District Behavioral Health Grant Program to improve behavioral health outcomes for youth, with grants available to intermediate school districts and partner entities like mental health clinics and community mental health centers. The bill updates case management requirements, including mandating that case managers complete annual training and pass a competency evaluation on informed decision-making. It also modifies residential support services criteria, specifying that such services can only be authorized for individuals with complex behavioral or medical needs who have exhausted other residential service options. The legislation introduces new provisions for substance use disorder treatment programs, including more specific documentation requirements and training standards for counselors. Additionally, the bill creates new criminal provisions related to prohibited payments in human services programs, establishing penalties for offering or receiving kickbacks or improper remuneration. The bill also makes numerous technical changes to licensing procedures, data practices, and administrative processes across various state agencies, with many provisions becoming effective on July 1, 2025. These changes aim to improve service quality, increase oversight, and enhance the efficiency of human services programs in Minnesota.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; modifying provisions relating to aging and disability services, behavioral health, Direct Care and Treatment, health care administration, the Office of the Inspector General, licensing and disqualification, and department operations; establishing human services programs criminal penalties; establishing the intermediate school district behavioral health grant program; correcting cross-references and making conforming and technical changes; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.46, subdivisions 3, 4; 15.471, subdivision 6; 16A.103, subdivision 1j; 62J.495, subdivision 2; 62M.17, subdivision 2; 97A.441, subdivision 3; 142B.10, subdivision 14; 142B.30, subdivision 1; 142B.51, subdivision 2; 142B.65, subdivision 8; 142B.66, subdivision 3; 142B.70, subdivision 7; 142C.06, by adding a subdivision; 142C.11, subdivision 8; 142C.12, subdivision 1; 142E.51, subdivisions 5, 6; 144.53; 144.651, subdivisions 2, 4, 20, 31, 32; 144A.07; 146A.08, subdivision 4; 147.091, subdivision 6; 147A.13, subdivision 6; 148.10, subdivision 1; 148.261, subdivision 5; 148.754; 148B.5905; 148F.09, subdivision 6; 150A.08, subdivision 6; 151.071, subdivision 10; 153.21, subdivision 2; 153B.70; 168.012, subdivision 1; 244.052, subdivision 4; 245.4871, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245.4881, subdivision 3; 245.50, subdivision 2; 245.91, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 7; 245A.16, subdivision 1; 245A.18, subdivision 1; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245C.05, by adding a subdivision; 245C.08, subdivision 3; 245C.22, subdivision 5; 245D.02, subdivision 4a; 245G.05, subdivision 1; 245G.06, subdivisions 1, 2a, 3a; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245G.08, subdivision 6; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.11, subdivision 11; 245G.18, subdivision 2; 245G.19, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 1, 14, 15; 246.585; 246C.06, subdivision 11; 246C.12, subdivision 6; 246C.20; 252.291, subdivision 3; 252.43; 252.46, subdivision 1a; 252.50, subdivision 5; 253B.09, subdivision 3a; 253B.10, subdivision 1; 256.01, subdivisions 2, 5; 256.019, subdivision 1; 256.0281; 256.0451, subdivisions 1, 3, 6, 8, 9, 18, 22, 23, 24; 256.4825; 256.93, subdivision 1; 256.98, subdivisions 1, 7; 256B.0625, subdivision 25c; 256B.092, subdivisions 1a, 10, 11a; 256B.12; 256B.49, subdivisions 13, 29; 256G.09, subdivisions 4, 5; 299F.77, subdivision 2; 342.04; 352.91, subdivision 3f; 401.17, subdivision 1; 480.40, subdivision 1; 507.071, subdivision 1; 611.57, subdivisions 2, 4; 624.7131, subdivisions 1, 2; 624.7132, subdivisions 1, 2; 624.714, subdivisions 3, 4; 631.40, subdivision 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 245; 246C; 609; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 245.4862; 245A.11, subdivision 8; 246.015, subdivision 3; 246.50, subdivision 2; 246B.04, subdivision 1a; Laws 2024, chapter 79, article 1, sections 15; 16; 17. 1
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 4 : Joe Schomacker (R)*, Mohamud Noor (D), Dawn Gillman (R), Heather Keeler (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (08:15:00 3/13/2025 )
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NY bill #A02321 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Requires all agencies to submit to the committee on open government a log of all freedom of information law requests for each year in which they received or have pending a request for records; requires the committee on open government to publish, on one webpage, all freedom of information law request logs it receives.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all state agencies that perform governmental or proprietary functions to submit detailed logs of their Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests to the Committee on Open Government each year. The logs must cover a twelve-month period and include extensive information about each request, such as the requestor's name, request date, response details, whether the request was granted or denied, exemptions cited, number of documents produced, and any related legal proceedings. For municipal agencies, a simpler submission of the total number of requests received and closed will be required starting in 2027. The Committee on Open Government must publish all these logs on a single webpage by January 1st each year, making them publicly accessible in machine-readable formats like spreadsheets. Additionally, the committee is required to analyze the submitted data and include findings in its annual report. By January 1st, 2028, the committee must also produce a report with recommendations about expanding the detailed logging requirements to municipal agencies, considering factors like response times and use of exemptions. The bill aims to increase transparency in how government agencies handle public records requests by creating a comprehensive, centralized record of FOIL interactions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requiring agencies to report information about FOIL inquiries to the committee on open government
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : John McDonald (D)*, Jo Anne Simon (D), Anna Kelles (D), Karen McMahon (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: advanced to third reading cal.55
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UT bill #SB0338 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Nonprofit Entities Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes amendments to Utah's legal definitions and public finance reporting requirements, primarily focusing on nonprofit entities and governmental organizations. The bill modifies the definition of a "governmental nonprofit corporation" by clarifying the conditions under which a nonprofit can be considered governmental, specifically excluding water companies (unless wholly owned by governmental entities) and the Utah Association of Special Districts from this classification. Additionally, the bill expands the list of "participating local entities" to include governmental nonprofit corporations, which means these entities will now be required to post public financial information on the state auditor's public finance website. The bill also makes minor technical changes to definitions related to independent entities, local education agencies, and URS-participating employers, and adds provisions to exclude certain private nonprofit organizations from specific reporting requirements. The amendments aim to increase transparency in how governmental and quasi-governmental nonprofit organizations manage and disclose their financial information, with the changes set to take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to nonprofit entities.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ron Winterton (R)*, Bridger Bolinder (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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UT bill #SB0297 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Congregate Care Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses congregate care programs in Utah by establishing comprehensive new regulations and oversight mechanisms. The bill creates a new Congregate Care Advisory Committee composed of eight members with professional backgrounds in healthcare, mental health, and child services, who will help define different levels of congregate care and establish minimum safety requirements for these programs. The legislation introduces a new congregate care ombudsman position responsible for investigating reports and serving as an advocate for children in congregate care programs. The bill mandates that congregate care programs develop specific admissions criteria, maintain detailed contact information and disruption plans for each child, report critical incidents within one business day, and provide a dedicated phone line for communication. Additionally, the bill establishes whistleblower protections for individuals who communicate with the ombudsman and sets strict requirements for background checks of staff working in these programs. The bill aims to improve safety, accountability, and oversight of congregate care facilities by creating more rigorous standards for admission, operation, and reporting, with a specific focus on protecting the children served by these programs. The new regulations will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving facilities time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses congregate care programs.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike McKell (R)*, Casey Snider (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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TX bill #SB2345 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to the firefighters' relief and retirement fund for municipalities with populations between 950,000 and 1,050,000 people. Key provisions include: creating two membership groups (Group A and Group B) with different retirement benefits, modifying the board of trustees composition to include a public member, establishing a new risk-sharing approach for municipal contributions, introducing a more complex process for actuarial assumptions, and implementing a phased approach to cost-of-living adjustments for retirees. The bill creates a structured system for determining municipal contribution rates based on the fund's financial status, introduces more detailed rules for the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP), and establishes new provisions for survivor benefits. The changes are designed to improve the long-term financial sustainability of the firefighters' pension fund while maintaining core retirement benefits. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, with most significant changes implemented on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Charles Schwertner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Finance
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NH bill #SB259 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Creating an exception to physical attendance and quorum requirements under the right-to-know law for individuals with disabilities.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Right-to-Know law to create a specific exception for individuals with disabilities regarding meeting attendance and quorum requirements. Under the proposed change, public body members who cannot physically attend a meeting due to their own Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-eligible disability or the disability of a household member they care for will be considered as attending "in person" for the purpose of establishing a quorum. Currently, meeting participation through remote means is only allowed when physical attendance is not "reasonably practical," and such reasons must be stated in the meeting minutes. The new provision specifically addresses disability-related barriers to physical attendance, ensuring that individuals with disabilities or those caring for disabled household members are not disadvantaged in their ability to participate in public meetings. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing a clear timeline for implementation of this new accommodation.
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Bill Summary: This bill creates an exception to physical attendance and quorum requirements under the right-to-know law for individuals with disabilities.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Denise Ricciardi (R)*, Cindy Rosenwald (D), Howard Pearl (R), Bill Gannon (R), Dick Thackston (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Inexpedient to Legislate, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote === BILL KILLED ===; 03/13/2025; Senate Journal 7
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NM bill #SB5 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Game Commission Reform
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms the New Mexico Game Commission by renaming it the State Wildlife Commission and creating a new nominating committee to help select commissioners. The bill establishes a seven-member commission with specific requirements for each position, including representatives from ranching, conservation, hunting, and wildlife science backgrounds. Commissioners will now be appointed by the governor from a list of nominees submitted by a new State Wildlife Commission Nominating Committee, and will be subject to term limits and stricter qualifications. The bill also renames the Department of Game and Fish to the Department of Wildlife and expands its management authority to include protecting a broader range of wildlife species. Additionally, the legislation adjusts licensing fees for hunting and fishing, provides for annual inflation-based fee adjustments, and offers a 25% discount on licenses for residents participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The bill aims to modernize wildlife management in New Mexico by creating a more diverse, scientifically-informed, and representative commission with a broader conservation mandate.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO THE STATE GAME COMMISSION; REFORMING THE STATE GAME COMMISSION APPOINTMENT PROCESS; SETTING TERM LIMITS FOR COMMISSIONERS; ADDING REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT AND REMOVAL OF COMMISSIONERS; CREATING THE STATE WILDLIFE COMMISSION NOMINATING COMMITTEE; RENAMING THE DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND FISH AS THE DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE; RENAMING THE STATE GAME COMMISSION AS THE STATE WILDLIFE COMMISSION; AMENDING STATUTORY POLICY; EXPANDING THE MANAGEMENT OF WILDLIFE; ADDING DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS; AMENDING LICENSING FEES; PROVIDING FOR FEE ADJUSTMENTS TO ACCOUNT FOR INFLATION; PROVIDING DISCOUNTS FOR RESIDENTS WHO RECEIVE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM BENEFITS; PROVIDING TRANSFERS; REPEALING SECTION 17-2-2 NMSA 1978 (BEING LAWS 1937, CHAPTER 23, SECTION 1).
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Crystal Diamond Brantley (R)*, Pete Campos (D)*, Matthew McQueen (D), Nathan Small (D), Peter Wirth (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate has concurred with House Amendments
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KS bill #HB2349 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Authorizing law enforcement officers to conduct investigations of violations of the scrap metal theft reduction act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens and clarifies provisions of the scrap metal theft reduction act by authorizing law enforcement officers to conduct investigations of violations, establishing clearer penalties for non-compliance, and modifying rules about municipal regulations. Specifically, the bill enables Kansas law enforcement to investigate potential scrap metal theft violations and requires them to submit investigative reports to the attorney general, regardless of local action. It removes previous restrictions on municipalities enacting their own scrap metal-related ordinances, allowing local governments more flexibility in regulating scrap metal transactions as long as their regulations do not conflict with state law. The bill also maintains the attorney general's existing jurisdiction over implementing and enforcing the scrap metal theft reduction act, which includes powers such as employing agents, conducting investigations, issuing subpoenas, and maintaining statistical records. Additionally, the legislation preserves existing provisions related to the scrap metal theft reduction fee fund and the scrap metal data repository fund, which support the act's administrative and operational needs. By making these changes, the bill aims to more effectively prevent and prosecute scrap metal theft across Kansas.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the scrap metal theft reduction act; authorizing law enforcement officers to conduct investigations of violations of the act; establishing criminal penalties for certain violations of the act; permitting municipalities to enact or enforce ordinances, resolutions and regulations relating to scrap metal that are not in conflict with the act; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 50-6,109a, 50-6,109c and 50-6,109f and repealing the existing sections section.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House Emergency Final Action - Passed as amended; Yea: 120 Nay: 3
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TX bill #SB2530 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA), a state-run insurance entity that provides windstorm and hail insurance in coastal areas. The bill exempts TWIA from insurance premium taxes and maintenance fees, prohibits the association from using funds for legislative lobbying (with strict penalties for violations), and requires the association's headquarters to be located in a coastal county. The bill modifies the board of directors' composition and meeting requirements, including mandating in-person meetings for certain critical decisions like setting probable maximum loss and annual rates. It also changes how the association calculates and adjusts assessments, requiring them to be at least a certain amount and adjusted annually based on the association's probable maximum loss. The bill introduces new rules for determining probable maximum loss, requiring the use of catastrophe models and giving the commissioner authority to approve or set the loss amount. Additionally, the bill adjusts the timing of rate filings, changes the loss funding requirements from a 1-in-100 to a 1-in-50 probability standard, and places limitations on premium adjustments. Most provisions will take effect in 2025 or 2026, with the headquarters location requirement starting in January 2027.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Mayes Middleton (R)*, Brandon Creighton (R)*, Adam Hinojosa (R)*, Chuy Hinojosa (D)*, Joan Huffman (R)*, Lois Kolkhorst (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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UT bill #HB0040 • Last Action 03/13/2025
School Safety Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive amendments to Utah's school safety regulations, focusing on enhancing safety protocols, personnel requirements, and infrastructure across the state's educational institutions. The bill establishes more detailed requirements for school safety needs assessments, which must now be conducted every three years and include evaluations of physical security, emergency response protocols, cardiac emergency preparedness, and universal access key box compliance. It creates a new state-level framework for school safety, including the establishment of a School Safety Center, a state security chief role, and county security chiefs who will coordinate safety efforts. The bill introduces more stringent training requirements for school safety personnel, such as school safety and security specialists, school resource officers, and school guardians, including mental health screenings and comprehensive safety training. Additionally, the legislation mandates new security infrastructure requirements like panic alert devices, security camera accessibility, and universal access key boxes in school buildings. The bill also appropriates $25 million for a School Safety and Support Grant Program to help local education agencies implement these new safety measures, with priority given to schools with the most significant needs. The changes aim to create a more comprehensive, coordinated approach to school safety that considers physical infrastructure, personnel training, emergency preparedness, and mental health support.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies school safety provisions.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ryan Wilcox (R)*, Ann Millner (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 67
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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VT bill #S0069 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An act relating to an age-appropriate design code
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes the Vermont Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, which aims to protect minors (individuals under 18) from potentially harmful online experiences by establishing comprehensive privacy and design standards for digital platforms and services likely to be accessed by children. The bill requires covered businesses (online services with at least 2% minor users) to implement strict privacy protections, including configuring default privacy settings to the highest level of privacy, such as disabling public profile visibility, preventing direct messaging with adults, and prohibiting push notifications during nighttime hours. Businesses must also be transparent about their data collection practices, algorithmically recommendation systems, and cannot collect or use minors' personal data beyond what is necessary to provide the specific service. The bill mandates that online platforms cannot design features that could cause emotional distress or compulsive use, and prohibits discriminatory practices against minors. Covered businesses must provide easy account deletion tools and implement age assurance methods that prioritize user privacy. The Attorney General will have enforcement powers, and violations will be considered unfair and deceptive acts. Importantly, the bill emphasizes protecting minors' rights and freedoms while ensuring their online safety, with an effective date of July 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require that any covered business that develops and provides online services, products, or features that children are reasonably likely to access must not use abusive or privacy-invasive design features on children.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Wendy Harrison (D)*, Seth Bongartz (D), Patrick Brennan (R), Alison Clarkson (D), Brian Collamore (R), Ann Cummings (D), Nader Hashim (D), Ginny Lyons (D), Joseph Major (D), Andrew Perchlik (D), Robert Plunkett (D), Anne Watson (D), Dave Weeks (R), Richard Westman (R), Becca White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Read 3rd time & passed
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UT bill #SB0290 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Candidate Licensing Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Utah's election laws to codify and clarify the licensing and candidacy requirements for several key legal offices, with a specific focus on attorneys seeking positions such as county attorney, district attorney, and attorney general. The bill requires candidates for these positions to provide additional documentation demonstrating their legal qualifications, including a letter from the Utah Supreme Court affirming they are an attorney in good standing, proof of their Utah State Bar application, or an affidavit explaining how they will meet the necessary requirements before taking office. For the attorney general position specifically, candidates must also make a conflict of interest disclosure. The bill mandates that candidates provide their legal license number from either the Utah State Bar or another state bar association, and ensures that candidates meet specific residency, citizenship, and voter registration requirements for the offices they seek. These changes aim to create more transparent and rigorous qualification standards for legal professionals seeking elected positions in Utah, with the amendments taking effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill codifies the requirements in the Utah Constitution for an individual seeking the office of attorney general.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Pitcher (D)*, Jordan Teuscher (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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VT bill #H0105 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An act relating to expanding the Youth Substance Awareness Safety Program
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to expand the Youth Substance Awareness Safety Program (YSASP) by lowering the eligible age from 16 to 12 years old and introducing new provisions for impaired driving by youth. The bill establishes a civil violation system for young people operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.02 or more, creating a structured approach to addressing underage drinking and driving. For a first offense, the youth would face a 180-day license suspension and be required to complete the YSASP, with potential for an ignition interlock restricted driver's license. A second or subsequent offense would result in a longer license suspension, potentially until the person turns 21. The program emphasizes rehabilitation over punishment, requiring substance abuse screening and potential counseling, with the option to void the summons if the youth successfully completes the program. The bill also mandates annual reporting on program referrals, completions, and outcomes, and includes a provision for developing effectiveness measures. Additionally, the legislation repeals previous statutes related to underage alcohol violations and sets an implementation date of July 1, 2025, signaling a comprehensive approach to youth substance use and driving safety.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to expand the Youth Substance Awareness Safety Program (YSASP) by lowering the minimum age of eligible individuals to 10 years of age and to include violations for youth who engage in impaired driving with a minimum 0.02 blood alcohol concentration. By expanding YSASP to include impaired driving, the bill proposes to incentivize accountability and treatment and clarify that the person is subject to a delinquency petition if the person is unsuccessful in YSASP. This bill further proposes such an incentive by rolling in the relevant provisions of 23 V.S.A. § 1216 into 7 V.S.A. § 656.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Karen Dolan (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Read third time and passed
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ID bill #H0401 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Amends and adds to existing law to authorize the possession, transportation, and use of cannabis for medical purposes and to provide that marijuana and tetrahydrocannabinols or synthetic equivalents are Schedule II controlled substances.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Sergeant Kitzhaber Medical Cannabis Act, which authorizes the possession, transportation, and use of medical cannabis for patients with qualifying medical conditions in Idaho. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for medical cannabis, including defining qualifying conditions such as AIDS, cancer, chronic pain, PTSD, and terminal illnesses. It creates an electronic verification system to track medical cannabis cards, sets strict regulations for practitioners recommending medical cannabis, and defines acceptable forms of medical cannabis, including liquid, solid, and unprocessed flower forms. The bill also amends existing controlled substance laws to reclassify marijuana and tetrahydrocannabinols as Schedule II controlled substances, allowing their medical use under specific conditions. Key protections are included for medical cannabis cardholders, including non-discrimination in employment, medical care, and other areas. The law would take effect immediately upon passage, with full implementation of the medical cannabis program set for January 1, 2026. Patients would be required to obtain a medical cannabis card, and caregivers can be designated to assist patients who have difficulty obtaining or using medical cannabis.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO THE SERGEANT KITZHA
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jordan Redman (R)*, Ilana Rubel (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Reported Printed; Filed in the Office of the Chief Clerk
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UT bill #SB0282 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Higher Education Hiring Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends provisions regarding the hiring process for presidents of higher education institutions in Utah, introducing several key changes to increase confidentiality and modify search procedures. The bill expands protections for presidential search records by making all documents related to the search process confidential, removing previous exceptions for publicly named finalists. It requires search committees to respect candidate confidentiality and conduct closed executive sessions when reviewing prospective candidates. The bill also modifies the composition of search committees, now requiring a majority (instead of two-thirds) of committee members to find a candidate qualified, and allows the Utah Board of Higher Education to delegate some search committee appointment authorities to institutional boards of trustees. Additionally, the bill mandates that the board take final hiring action for a president in an open and public meeting, ensuring transparency in the final selection process. The legislation aims to balance confidentiality for candidates with public accountability in the presidential hiring process for Utah's higher education institutions.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions regarding the hiring process of an institution of higher education president.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Wilson (R)*, Doug Fiefia (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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KS bill #HB2342 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Authorizing national criminal history background checks for final applicants for certain sensitive positions with the department of commerce and employees in such positions and authorizing the secretary of commerce to request the Kansas bureau of investigation to conduct the background checks and provide the results to the secretary.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Secretary of Commerce to request the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) to conduct state and national criminal history background checks on final applicants and employees for certain sensitive positions within the Department of Commerce. A "final applicant" is defined as a top candidate being considered for a sensitive position, which includes roles like division directors, assistant secretaries, grant or loan program managers, and positions involving significant financial management or access to confidential information. The bill establishes a minimum standard that disqualifies candidates with misdemeanor convictions related to theft, fraud, forgery, or financial crimes, or any felony convictions. The background check results can be used to determine an applicant's qualifications and fitness for the position, with the secretary having discretion in making employment decisions. The bill also amends existing law to allow the KBI to release criminal history record information specifically for the Department of Commerce's sensitive positions, ensuring that the department can thoroughly vet potential employees in roles that require a high level of trust and financial responsibility.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the secretary of commerce; relating to employment with the department of commerce; authorizing national criminal history background checks for final applicants for certain sensitive positions and employees in such positions; authorizing the secretary of commerce to request the Kansas bureau of investigation to conduct the background checks and provide the results to the secretary; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 22-4714 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Judiciary
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AR bill #HB1467 • Last Action 03/13/2025
To Amend The Uniform Money Services Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Uniform Money Services Act to introduce comprehensive regulations for virtual currency kiosks and enhance data security standards for financial institutions. The bill adds several new definitions to the law, including terms like "elder adult," "virtual currency kiosk," and "existing customer." For virtual currency kiosks, the bill establishes extensive requirements including mandatory disclosure of risks, transaction limits, customer identification procedures, and special protections for elder adults. The bill requires virtual currency kiosk operators to provide detailed transaction receipts, implement fraud prevention measures, and conduct telephone verification for new customers and large transactions. Additionally, the bill introduces a robust data security framework for financial institutions, mandating the development of comprehensive information security programs that include risk assessments, encryption protocols, multi-factor authentication, secure disposal of customer information, regular testing of security systems, personnel training, and incident response planning. The legislation aims to protect consumers from fraud, particularly vulnerable populations like elder adults, while establishing clear standards for managing digital financial services and customer data in an increasingly technological financial landscape.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE UNIFORM MONEY SERVICES ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Brandon Achor (R)*, Justin Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: House Amendment H2 - House Amendment H2
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WA bill #HB1816 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Concerning civilian-staffed crisis response teams.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a framework for creating civilian-staffed crisis response teams in political subdivisions with over 200,000 residents, designed to provide non-law enforcement assistance to individuals experiencing various types of crises. These teams would be authorized to serve as a primary 911 response for non-violent situations, such as welfare checks, resource requests, or calls involving individuals in mental health or social service crisis, without requiring immediate law enforcement intervention. The bill mandates that the executive head of the political subdivision consult with regional healthcare, behavioral health, and emergency service organizations to set minimum qualifications for the team, including training in scene safety, de-escalation, and crisis interaction. The crisis response team is explicitly defined as a third type of first responder, distinct from traditional law enforcement and fire services, with team members' employment conditions subject to collective bargaining. The bill also amends public records exemption laws to protect personal information of individuals receiving services from these non-law enforcement agencies, ensuring privacy for people seeking assistance through these new crisis response teams.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to civilian-staffed crisis response teams; 2 reenacting and amending RCW 42.56.230; and adding a new section to 3 chapter 38.52 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Shaun Scott (D)*, Lisa Parshley (D), Darya Farivar (D), Jeremie Dufault (R), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Lauren Davis (D), Roger Goodman (D), Edwin Obras (D), Jamila Taylor (D), Gerry Pollet (D), Greg Nance (D), Cindy Ryu (D), Natasha Hill (D), Julio Cortes (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment - Dufault 1816-S AMH DUFA WEHL 254
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UT bill #SB0209 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Emergency Medical Services
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses various aspects of emergency medical services (EMS) in Utah, primarily focusing on reorganizing and updating regulations related to emergency medical service providers, personnel, and systems. The bill transfers many responsibilities from the Department of Health and Human Services to the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, creating a new Emergency Medical Services Critical Needs Account to fund grants and improvements. Key provisions include establishing new requirements for EMS personnel licensing, creating a peer review board for emergency medical service providers, and updating rules for ambulance services, vehicle permits, and trauma center designations. The bill also modifies provisions related to blood draws for various purposes, such as DNA testing and investigating potential criminal offenses. Additionally, the bill creates more robust investigative and disciplinary powers for the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, including the ability to issue subpoenas and cease and desist orders. The changes aim to improve the quality, safety, and efficiency of emergency medical services across the state, with an effective date of May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses emergency medical services.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Derrin Owens (R)*, Jim Dunnigan (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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UT bill #SB0249 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Student Integration Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Utah's laws regarding student reintegration after a serious offense, primarily focusing on the process schools must follow when a student has been arrested, charged, or adjudicated for a serious crime. The bill introduces a new definition of "forcible felony" and requires schools to develop a comprehensive reintegration plan within five school days of receiving notification about a student's offense. This plan must include behavioral interventions, mental health services, academic support, and potentially notify victims if the offense was directed at a specific person. Importantly, the bill allows school districts to deny readmission until the reintegration plan is complete and provides additional discretion to not reintegrate a student who has committed a forcible felony, with the requirement that alternative education options must be provided in such cases. The bill also expands the role of school safety and security directors, clarifying their responsibilities in coordinating security responses and maintaining communication with law enforcement, while explicitly stating they do not have law enforcement powers. The changes aim to balance student rehabilitation with school safety, ensuring a structured approach to managing students who have been involved in serious criminal offenses. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses the integration of a student into a school upon the commission of a crime by the student.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kirk Cullimore (R)*, Calvin Roberts (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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FL bill #H0155 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Pub. Rec./Judicial Qualifications Commission Employees
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption from public disclosure for personal identifying and location information of current and former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC), as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, photographs, and places of employment from public records requests. The exemption extends to the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by employees' children. The bill includes a provision for legislative review and automatic repeal of the exemption on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature. The rationale for this exemption stems from concerns about potential harassment and intimidation of JQC employees by dissatisfied litigants who may seek to target employees after investigations into judicial misconduct complaints. The bill aims to protect JQC employees from potential physical harm and harassment by keeping their personal information private. The new exemption will apply to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date, which is July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current or former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission and the personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such employees; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Patt Maney (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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CA bill #AB1355 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Location privacy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the California Location Privacy Act, which aims to protect individuals' location information by imposing strict regulations on how covered entities can collect, use, and disclose such data. The bill defines location information broadly, including GPS coordinates, IP addresses, cell-site data, and information from systems like automated license plate recognition. It prohibits covered entities from collecting or using an individual's location information without explicit opt-in consent and only when necessary to provide requested services. The bill mandates that entities display clear notices when collecting location data, maintain comprehensive location privacy policies, and restrict the monetization, selling, or unnecessary retention of location information. Entities are forbidden from disclosing location data to government agencies without a valid court order and are required to limit data collection to only what is necessary for the specific service. Violations can result in significant penalties, including actual damages, civil penalties of $25,000, and potential injunctive relief. The bill allows the Attorney General, district attorneys, and city attorneys to bring civil actions against violators, with a three-year statute of limitations. Importantly, the bill includes exemptions for healthcare-related location information protected by existing privacy laws, and it declares itself as furthering the purposes of the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Title 1.81.24 (commencing with Section 1798.90.75) to Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code, relating to privacy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Chris Ward (D)*, Cecilia Aguiar-Curry (D)*, Scott Wiener (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on P. & C.P. and JUD.
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OK bill #SB1027 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Initiative and referendum; establishing requirements for gist of proposition; establishing requirements for collection of signatures; requiring certain disclosures. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms Oklahoma's initiative and referendum petition process by establishing more stringent requirements for petition circulation, signature collection, and ballot language. The bill mandates that petition signature sheets include a clear, non-technical "gist" statement explaining the proposition's effect, which must be approved by the Secretary of State and avoid language that could mislead or confuse voters. Petition circulators must now be registered Oklahoma voters and must disclose whether they are being paid and by whom, with restrictions on out-of-state funding and compensation based on signature counts. The bill also introduces new disclosure requirements, mandating that circulators and organizations report all expenditures related to petition efforts, which the Secretary of State must publish online. Additionally, the bill limits the geographic distribution of signatures, requiring no more than 10% of signatures from counties with populations over 400,000 and no more than 4% from smaller counties. The legislation aims to increase transparency, prevent potential manipulation of the petition process, and ensure voters have clear, unbiased information about proposed initiatives and referendums. The bill will apply to all future initiative petitions for which the Secretary of State has not yet set a signature circulation date, and it takes effect immediately upon passage due to an emergency clause.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to initiative and referendum; amending 34 O.S. 2021, Sections 3, 6, 8, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 364, O.S.L. 2024, and 9 (34 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 8), which relate to signatures for petitions and ballot title; making language gender neutral; establishing requirements for gist of proposition; requiring inclusion of certain statement on petition; requiring Secretary of State to make affirmation about certain language; authorizing certain removal for violation; adding qualification for persons circulating petition for signatures; requiring certain notice; providing that signature serves as certain attestation; requiring certain disclosures; establishing requirements for certain contributions or compensation; requiring report of certain expenditures; requiring publication of certain reports on Secretary of State website; modifying requirements for certain signatures; updating certain vote requirement; updating statutory reference; adding requirement for ballot title; updating statutory language; specifying applicability of provisions; providing for noncodification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : David Bullard (R)*, Kyle Hilbert (R)*, Lonnie Paxton (R), Warren Hamilton (R), Shane Jett (R), Jerry Alvord (R), Dana Prieto (R), Dusty Deevers (R), Randy Grellner (R), Julie McIntosh (R), Kelly Hines (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate Floor SB1027 (3-13-25) (KIRT) FA2 - SB1027 (3-13-25) (KIRT) FA2
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UT bill #SB0053 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Election Code Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical amendments to various sections of Utah's Election Code, primarily focusing on clarifying and standardizing procedures related to petitions, signatures, and candidate filings. The bill introduces consistent language around the process of "removing" versus "withdrawing" signatures from petitions, provides more specific timelines for various election-related activities, and updates requirements for candidate declarations and signature gathering. Key provisions include reducing the timeframe for incorporation petition sponsors to determine council details from 60 to 30 days, modifying signature removal processes across different types of petitions (such as incorporation, political party registration, and candidate nomination petitions), and eliminating specific residency verification requirements for petition circulators. The amendments apply to various types of elections and petition processes, including municipal incorporations, political party registrations, candidate nominations, and school district creation petitions. These changes aim to streamline election procedures, provide more clarity in the election process, and potentially make it easier for candidates and petition organizers to navigate electoral requirements. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, giving election officials and potential candidates ample time to understand and prepare for the new provisions.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends the Election Code and related provisions.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2025
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Calvin Musselman (R)*, Stephanie Gricius (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #SB0041 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Sex, Kidnap, and Child Abuse Offender Registry Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive amendments to Utah's Sex, Kidnap, and Child Abuse Offender Registry by moving the existing registry from Title 77 to a new Title 53, Chapter 29, and significantly restructuring the legal framework for offender registration. The bill creates detailed definitions for different types of offenders (sex offenders, kidnap offenders, and child abuse offenders), establishes more nuanced registration requirements, and provides clearer pathways for potential removal from the registry. Key provisions include defining registration periods (10 years or lifetime depending on the offense), creating a process for petitioning for removal from the registry that involves careful review by courts and considers factors like the offender's rehabilitation and risk to public safety, and establishing specific responsibilities for offenders, law enforcement, courts, and the Department of Public Safety. The bill also updates numerous cross-references in other sections of Utah law to reflect the registry's new location and revised definitions. Notably, the bill introduces more sophisticated criteria for determining who must register, including considerations of offenses committed in other jurisdictions, and provides more detailed guidelines for how registration information is maintained and disclosed. The changes aim to balance public safety concerns with opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration for certain offenders.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to the Sex, Kidnap, and Child Abuse Offender Registry.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/21/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Keith Grover (R)*, Matt Gwynn (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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CA bill #SB861 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Consumer affairs.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical and substantive changes across various sections of California law related to consumer affairs, professional licensing, and educational institutions. Key provisions include: specifying that the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau must disclose information on hydrolysis and reduction facilities; adding the State Board of Chiropractic Examiners to agencies requiring fingerprint checks for criminal history; modifying the Dental Board of California's composition by removing references to a dental hygienist member and allowing appointment of an exempt executive officer; updating provisions related to the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board; deleting the requirement for Mexican physicians to pass a specific board review course; modifying contractor license regulations including workers' compensation requirements and investigation fees; clarifying private investigator record-keeping rules; adjusting court reporter examination accuracy standards; updating references to the National Conference on Weights and Measures; revising definitions and requirements for private postsecondary education institutions, including changes to distance education and teach-out definitions; and making various technical corrections such as eliminating gendered pronouns. The bill aims to streamline and update regulations across multiple professional and educational sectors.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 27, 144, 1602, 1603, 1901, 1903, 2125, 2532.2, 2532.3, 2532.4, 2532.6, 2532.7, 2536, 6584, 7076.5, 7137, 7152, 7524, 8027, 9889.1, 9889.2, 9889.9, 12107, 12211, 12500.8, 12609, 13404.5, 13711, and 19094 of, and to add and repeal Section 1616.5 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 44831, 94834, 94866, 94897, 94900, 94902, 94909, and 94910 of, and to repeal Sections 94880.1, 94929.9, and 94949 of, the Education Code, and to amend Section 14132.55 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to consumer affairs.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduced. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.
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UT bill #SB0119 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Domestic Relations Recodification
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive recodification of Utah's domestic relations statutes, primarily focusing on renumbering and reorganizing existing laws related to parentage, child support, adoption, and family support. The bill moves numerous sections from Titles 78A, 78B, and 26B to a new Title 81, which will serve as the Utah Domestic Relations Code. Key changes include updating references to specific sections, modernizing terminology (such as changing "natural parent" to more neutral language), and ensuring consistency across different parts of the law. The bill does not substantially alter the substantive legal provisions but instead provides a more organized and logically structured framework for Utah's domestic relations laws. The recodification aims to improve clarity, reduce confusion, and make the legal code more user-friendly by consolidating related statutes under a single, coherent title. While the changes are primarily technical, they represent an important effort to streamline and update Utah's legal infrastructure related to family law.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill recodifies and amends statutes related to domestic relations.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Todd Weiler (R)*, Anthony Loubet (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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OR bill #SB870 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to public records disclosure of OLCC permittee personal information.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 475C.517 to expand public records exemptions for certain Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) permittees by protecting their residential addresses and personal phone numbers from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that prevents the home addresses and personal phone numbers of individuals holding permits under ORS 475C.273 from being disclosed through public records requests. This change provides additional privacy protection for permittee personal information while maintaining an exception that allows law enforcement agencies to still access such information when needed. The bill continues to maintain existing exemptions for other types of sensitive information related to cannabis business licensing, such as premises addresses, security plans, and proprietary business records, while ensuring transparency for law enforcement purposes.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Makes the home address and phone number of some OLCC permittees exempt from public disclosure. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.8). Exempts from public records disclosure the residential address and personal phone number of an individual who holds a specified permit issued by the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Economic Development, Small Business, and Trade.
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MS bill #HB958 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Department of Information Technology Services; revise certain provisions relating to acquisition of technology services.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates and modernizes Mississippi's laws regarding the Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) by making several key changes. The bill revises definitions related to information technology, removes outdated exemptions for certain state agencies, and streamlines procurement and cybersecurity processes. Specifically, it modifies how state agencies acquire and manage technology services, eliminates some requirements for involving external boards in technology decisions, and updates terminology from "Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services (MDITS)" to "ITS". The bill also clarifies that acquisitions of information technology made while exempt from public purchasing requirements remain exempt until ITS determines a new acquisition is required. Additionally, the bill strengthens the Enterprise Security Program by establishing more comprehensive cybersecurity oversight, requiring agencies to participate in centralized security initiatives, and mandating that agency heads take responsibility for their data and IT resource security. The changes aim to improve efficiency, reduce duplication, and enhance the state's technology procurement and security practices across government agencies.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 25-53-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Outdated Exemptions To The Requirements Of The Mississippi Department Of Information Technology Services; To Amend Section 25-53-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Definitions Used In Those Statutes Prescribing The Powers And Duties Of Its And State Agencies Regarding Information Technology; To Amend Section 25-53-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; To Amend Section 25-53-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Requirement That The Executive Director Of Its Involve The Public Procurement Review Board In Decisions Regarding Information Technology; To Amend Section 25-53-25, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Acquisitions Of Information Technology Made By State Agencies While Exempt From Public Purchasing Requirements Remain Exempt Until Its Determines A New Acquisition Is Required; To Amend Section 25-53-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Provisions Requiring The State Personnel Board To Be Involved In Its Staffing; To Amend Section 25-53-121, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Certain Provisions Relating To Equipment Support Contracts Entered Into By Its; To Amend Section 25-53-123, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Specific Procurement Requirements For The Acquisition Of Nonregulated Telecommunications Systems; To Amend Section 25-53-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hank Zuber (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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OK bill #HB1738 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Public health and safety; Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; Oklahoma Open Records Act; public trust hospitals; exemptions; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new law that provides exemptions for public trust hospitals from the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Oklahoma Open Records Act under specific circumstances. Specifically, when a public trust hospital enters into a joint venture or acquires an interest in a not-for-profit entity to support its mission, that entity will be shielded from traditional transparency requirements. The bill protects certain types of confidential information submitted to or compiled by the public trust, including marketing plans, financial statements, trade secrets, research concepts, and other proprietary information. While the information remains confidential, the trust can hold executive sessions to discuss these materials if deemed necessary. Importantly, the bill explicitly states that budgetary information related to appropriations or the appropriations process remains subject to disclosure. The legislation defines a "public trust hospital" as a hospital created under specific sections of Oklahoma statutes (Section 176.1 of Title 60 or Section 790.1 of Title 19). The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing public trust hospitals with greater flexibility in managing sensitive information while maintaining some level of accountability.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public health and safety; exempting public trust hospitals from the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Oklahoma Open Records Act under certain circumstances; authorizing executive sessions; providing exception related to budget information; defining term; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Stacy Jo Adams (R)*, Avery Frix (R)*, Anthony Moore (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Referred for engrossment
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OK bill #HB1860 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Confidential records; requiring certain victim photographs submitted to the Pardon and Parole Board be kept confidential; clemency; Open Records Act; clemency hearing packets; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses the confidentiality of victim photographs in clemency hearings by establishing new protections for victims and their families. The legislation requires that crime scene and autopsy photographs submitted to the Pardon and Parole Board for clemency hearings be kept confidential and not made available to the public. Specifically, parties must now submit two separate clemency hearing packets: one for public viewing (which cannot include sensitive photographs) and another for the Board's internal review that contains all materials, including autopsy and crime scene images. The bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to add these victim photographs to the list of confidential records, preventing their public disclosure. The Pardon and Parole Board will have the authority to seal any submissions that might infringe on a victim's privacy, with the Governor receiving the complete packet including all photographs. The goal is to protect victims' families from potentially traumatizing public exposure of graphic images related to their loved ones' deaths, while still ensuring that the Board has access to all relevant information during clemency proceedings. The new law is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, providing time for agencies to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to confidential records; prescribing right of victims to confidentiality of certain crime scene and autopsy photographs; prohibiting public access to certain photographs submitted to the Pardon and Parole Board; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 116, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 24A.5), which relates to the Open Records Act; adding certain victim photographs to list of confidential records; prohibiting certain victim photographs submitted to the Board from being presented to the public; requiring parties to submit two separate clemency hearing packets to the Board; clarifying contents for each packet; allowing Board to seal certain records; clarifying which packet the Governor will receive; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Eric Roberts (R)*, Todd Gollihare (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: First Reading
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UT bill #SB0195 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Transportation Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses various transportation-related provisions across multiple areas of Utah state law. Here is a summary of its key provisions: This bill makes multiple amendments to transportation laws, focusing on several key areas. Municipalities will now be required to update transportation plans to identify priority connections that improve mobility and access, with metropolitan planning organizations reporting on these efforts. The bill establishes new definitions and regulations for emerging transportation devices like electric unicycles and self-balancing electric skateboards, specifying their usage rules on roadways and sidewalks. It modifies sales and use tax allocation for transportation funding, increasing the percentage transferred to the Transportation Investment Fund and creating new subaccounts for specific transportation initiatives. The bill also introduces a public transit innovation grant program to support pilot transit services in high-growth areas, starting in July 2026. Additionally, it includes provisions for air ambulance services, highway project prioritization, and various technical amendments to transportation-related statutes. The bill repeals some existing sections of law related to highway funds and establishes new reporting and review requirements for transportation projects and initiatives.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to transportation items, transportation mobility plans, and adherence to proposed phases of certain transportation developments.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Kay Christofferson (R)
• Versions: 11 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 73
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #SB0188 • Last Action 03/13/2025
School District Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a comprehensive framework for creating new school districts in Utah, establishing detailed procedures for initiating, approving, and implementing school district divisions. The bill outlines three primary methods for creating a new school district: through citizen petitions, municipal requests, or interlocal agreement participants. Key provisions include requirements for district boundary contiguity, voter approval processes, and detailed guidelines for allocating assets, liabilities, and property between the original and newly created districts. The bill specifies that new school districts cannot begin providing educational services until July 1 of the second calendar year following the local school board election, and establishes complex rules for transferring property, handling bonded indebtedness, and managing employee transitions. Additionally, the legislation sets parameters for local school board elections, tax levies, and requires the creation of transition plans between divided and new school districts. Important safeguards are included to prevent arbitrary district division, such as prohibiting more than one district creation attempt within a two-year period and ensuring that new districts do not create isolated areas within existing school districts. The bill also provides mechanisms for resolving disputes between school districts through mutually agreed-upon or state-appointed arbiters, and includes provisions for protecting employee rights and maintaining continuity of educational services during the transition process.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses creation of new school districts and the transition process from divided to new school districts.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Keith Grover (R)*, Stephanie Gricius (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 62
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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Links: Official Document • Full Details and timeline [BillTrack50.com]
OH bill #HB96 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Make state operating appropriations for FY 2026-27
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the bill: This bill provides state operating appropriations for fiscal years 2026-2027, making comprehensive amendments to numerous sections of the Ohio Revised Code across multiple state agencies and governmental functions. The bill involves technical changes to statutes governing various state departments, programs, and administrative procedures, including modifications to sections related to public records, public contracts, government operations, education, healthcare, taxation, and other areas of state governance. The bill appears to update and refine existing legal frameworks, clarify administrative processes, and make technical corrections to existing law. The changes range from minor technical language adjustments to more substantive modifications of how certain state agencies and programs operate. While the bill covers a wide range of statutory areas, its primary purpose is to establish the state's operating budget and make necessary statutory adjustments to support government operations for the 2026-2027 fiscal period.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 9.239, 9.27, 9.28, 9.312, 9.331, 9.334, 9.47, 9.821, 102.02, 107.71, 113.05, 113.13, 113.40, 113.51, 119.062, 120.06, 120.08, 121.02, 121.03, 121.084, 121.085, 121.22, 121.35, 121.36, 121.37, 122.175, 122.1710, 122.4041, 122.41, 122.42, 122.47, 122.49, 122.53, 122.571, 122.59, 122.66, 122.67, 122.68, 122.681, 122.69, 122.70, 122.701, 122.702, 122.85, 123.10, 123.21, 123.211, 123.28, 123.281, 124.02, 124.07, 124.11, 124.134, 124.135, 124.136, 124.1310, 124.1312, 124.142, 124.15, 124.152, 124.17, 124.181, 124.382, 124.384, 124.385, 124.386, 124.81, 125.01, 125.02, 125.035, 125.036, 125.04, 125.041, 125.05, 125.051, 125.061, 125.07, 125.071, 125.072, 125.073, 125.09, 125.091, 125.11, 125.13, 125.18, 125.183, 125.31, 125.42, 125.58, 125.601, 126.14, 126.141, 126.32, 126.42, 127.16, 128.021, 128.46, 128.99, 131.01, 131.50, 131.51, 135.01, 135.03, 135.18, 135.71, 141.01, 145.01, 145.334, 149.3010, 149.311, 149.38, 149.43, 153.01, 153.013, 153.07, 153.08, 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5101.89, 5101.891, 5101.892, 5101.893, 5101.894, 5101.895, 5101.897, 5101.899, 5101.99, 5103.02, 5103.021, 5103.0329, 5103.15, 5103.155, 5103.18, 5103.30, 5103.32, 5103.41, 5104.01, 5104.12, 5104.29, 5104.30, 5104.32, 5104.34, 5104.37, 5104.38, 5104.39, 5104.41, 5104.50, 5104.99, 5117.07, 5119.01, 5119.011, 5119.04, 5119.05, 5119.051, 5119.06, 5119.07, 5119.08, 5119.091, 5119.10, 5119.11, 5119.14, 5119.141, 5119.15, 5119.161, 5119.17, 5119.18, 5119.181, 5119.182, 5119.184, 5119.185, 5119.186, 5119.187, 5119.188, 5119.19, 5119.20, 5119.201, 5119.21, 5119.22, 5119.221, 5119.23, 5119.24, 5119.25, 5119.27, 5119.28, 5119.29, 5119.30, 5119.31, 5119.311, 5119.32, 5119.33, 5119.331, 5119.332, 5119.333, 5119.334, 5119.34, 5119.342, 5119.343, 5119.35, 5119.36, 5119.362, 5119.363, 5119.364, 5119.365, 5119.366, 5119.367, 5119.368, 5119.37, 5119.371, 5119.38, 5119.39, 5119.391, 5119.392, 5119.393, 5119.394, 5119.395, 5119.397, 5119.40, 5119.41, 5119.42, 5119.421, 5119.43, 5119.431, 5119.44, 5119.45, 5119.46, 5119.47, 5119.48, 5119.49, 5119.50, 5119.51, 5119.52, 5119.54, 5119.55, 5119.56, 5119.60, 5119.61, 5119.71, 5119.82, 5119.89, 5119.90, 5119.99, 5120.16, 5120.21, 5121.30, 5121.32, 5121.33, 5121.34, 5121.41, 5121.43, 5122.01, 5122.03, 5122.10, 5122.15, 5122.20, 5122.21, 5122.23, 5122.26, 5122.27, 5122.31, 5122.32, 5122.33, 5122.341, 5122.36, 5122.44, 5122.45, 5122.46, 5122.47, 5123.081, 5123.16, 5123.166, 5123.168, 5123.169, 5123.19, 5123.191, 5123.36, 5123.38, 5123.41, 5123.42, 5123.451, 5123.47, 5124.15, 5139.05, 5139.08, 5139.34, 5153.10, 5153.122, 5153.16, 5153.163, 5160.37, 5162.133, 5163.03, 5163.091, 5163.093, 5163.094, 5163.098, 5163.30, 5164.38, 5165.192, 5165.26, 5167.01, 5167.03, 5167.123, 5168.08, 5168.11, 5168.22, 5180.14, 5180.21, 5180.22, 5502.05, 5502.14, 5502.30, 5503.04, 5513.01, 5513.02, 5701.11, 5703.059, 5703.19, 5703.21, 5703.261, 5703.262, 5703.263, 5703.37, 5703.70, 5705.14, 5709.212, 5709.93, 5725.01, 5725.23, 5726.03, 5726.20, 5726.21, 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purpose of adopting new section numbers as indicated in parentheses, sections 122.66 (5101.311), 122.67 (5101.312), 122.68 (5101.313), 122.681 (5101.314), 122.69 (5101.315), 122.70 (5101.316), 122.701 (5101.317), 122.702 (5101.318), 943.20 (944.03), 943.21 (944.04), 943.22 (944.05), 943.23 (944.06), 943.24 (944.07), 943.25 (944.08), 3701.65 (5180.72), 3738.01 (5180.27), 3738.02 (5180.271), 3738.03 (5180.272), 3738.04 (5180.273), 3738.05 (5180.274), 3738.06 (5180.275), 3738.07 (5180.276), 3738.08 (5180.277), 3738.09 (5180.278), 5101.13 (5180.40), 5101.131 (5180.401), 5101.132 (5180.402), 5101.133 (5180.403), 5101.134 (5180.404), 5101.135 (5180.405), 5101.136 (5180.406), 5101.137 (5180.407), 5101.14 (5180.41), 5101.141 (5180.42), 5101.142 (5180.421), 5101.144 (5180.411), 5101.145 (5180.422), 5101.146 (5180.423), 5101.147 (5180.424), 5101.148 (5180.425), 5101.149 (5180.426), 5101.1410 (5180.427), 5101.1411 (5180.428), 5101.1412 (5180.429), 5101.1413 (5180.4210), 5101.1414 (5180.4211), 5101.1415 (5180.4212), 5101.1416 (5180.4213), 5101.1417 (5180.4214), 5101.1418 (5180.43), 5101.15 (5180.44), 5101.19 (5180.45), 5101.191 (5180.451), 5101.192 (5180.452), 5101.193 (5180.453), 5101.194 (5180.454), 5101.34 (5180.70), 5101.341 (5180.701), 5101.342 (5180.702), 5101.343 (5180.703), 5101.76 (5180.26), 5101.77 (5180.261), 5101.78 (5180.262), 5101.802 (5180.52), 5101.804 (5180.71), 5101.805 (5180.704), 5101.85 (5180.50), 5101.851 (5180.51), 5101.853 (5180.511), 5101.854 (5180.512), 5101.855 (5180.513), 5101.856 (5180.514), 5101.88 (5180.53), 5101.881 (5180.531), 5101.884 (5180.532), 5101.885 (5180.533), 5101.886 (5180.534), 5101.887 (5180.535), 5101.889 (5180.57), 5101.8811 (5180.536), 5101.8812 (5180.56), 5104.50 (5180.04), and 5180.40 (5180.73); to enact new sections 3312.02, 3313.902, 3314.38, 3321.191, 3333.0415, 3345.86, and 3780.22 and sections 109.872, 122.97, 123.282, 126.10, 126.67, 126.70, 149.312, 153.695, 166.36, 166.37, 166.38, 169.061, 169.081, 943.27, 944.01, 944.02, 1501.47, 1513.371, 1546.25, 1546.26, 1713.032, 1713.033, 1713.041, 3301.24, 3301.82, 3313.6031, 3313.6032, 3313.8110, 3314.0311, 3314.0312, 3314.362, 3317.165, 3317.27, 3317.28, 3317.29, 3317.31, 3319.173, 3319.2310, 3319.271, 3326.092, 3326.093, 3333.0420, 3333.074, 3333.96, 3345.601, 3345.721, 3345.79, 3345.83, 3701.842, 3701.843, 3701.844, 3706.042, 3721.073, 3721.074, 3722.031, 3734.283, 3770.074, 3770.075, 3793.01, 3793.02, 3793.03, 3793.04, 3793.05, 3793.06, 3793.20, 3793.21, 3793.22, 3793.23, 3793.24, 3793.25, 3793.30, 3793.40, 3793.41, 3793.42, 3793.43, 3793.44, 3793.45, 3793.46, 3793.47, 3793.90, 3901.3815, 4113.31, 4141.011, 4141.44, 4503.511, 4507.41, 4508.023, 4729.261, 4758.49, 4758.491, 4758.65, 4758.651, 4798.08, 4798.10, 4928.545, 5101.612, 5103.039, 5103.09, 5104.302, 5104.53, 5104.60, 5119.211, 5119.344, 5123.1613, 5123.423, 5123.68, 5123.681, 5123.682, 5123.683, 5123.684, 5123.685, 5123.686, 5162.25, 5180.99, 5703.901, 5747.051, 5747.073, and 5747.761; and to repeal sections 113.06, 122.451, 122.55, 122.56, 122.561, 122.57, 124.183, 125.092, 125.093, 125.10, 125.112, 125.181, 125.36, 125.38, 125.43, 125.49, 125.51, 125.56, 125.60, 125.602, 125.603, 125.604, 125.605, 125.606, 125.607, 125.608, 125.609, 125.6010, 125.6011, 125.6012, 125.65, 125.76, 125.95, 128.412, 135.144, 904.06, 905.56, 935.25, 956.181, 1561.18, 1561.21, 1561.22, 3312.02, 3312.03, 3312.04, 3312.05, 3312.06, 3313.902, 3314.38, 3317.036, 3317.23, 3317.231, 3317.24, 3321.191, 3333.0415, 3345.86, 3354.24, 3780.18, 3780.19, 3780.22, 4729.551, 4758.18, 4758.241, 4758.50, 4758.52, 4928.57, 4928.581, 4928.582, 4928.583, 5104.08, 5123.352, 5163.05, 5180.23, 5180.24, 5180.34, 5503.031, 5745.13, 5902.06, and 5902.20 of the Revised Code and to repeal Sections 125.10 as subsequently amended and 125.11 as subsequently amended of H.B. 59 of the 130th General Assembly to make operating appropriations for the biennium beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027, to levy taxes, and to provide authorization and conditions for the operation of state programs.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Stewart (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: House Finance 3rd Hearing, Public Testimony (10:30:00 3/13/2025 Room 313)
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Links: Official Document • Full Details and timeline [BillTrack50.com]
UT bill #SB0202 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Property Tax Revisions
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive revisions to Utah's property tax laws, focusing on improving property assessment, valuation, and appeals processes. The bill introduces several key provisions, including establishing a statewide web portal for accessing property characteristics, creating new requirements for county assessors and boards of equalization, and enhancing transparency in property tax notices and appeals. Specifically, the bill requires county assessors to conduct detailed property reviews every five years, mandates the development of a uniform electronic system for filing property tax appeals, and requires counties to report appeals information to the state. The legislation also clarifies procedures for property tax assessments, modifies notification requirements for tax increases, and provides the state tax commission with additional oversight and corrective action powers. The changes aim to create more uniform, accurate, and accessible property tax assessment practices across Utah counties, with most provisions taking effect for the 2026 tax year, though some modifications will be implemented in May 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions in the Property Tax Act.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Wilson (R)*, Steve Eliason (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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NY bill #S06427 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Grants a total exemption from real property school tax for property owned by a person seventy-five years of age or older, or owned by spouses or siblings if one such person is seventy-five years of age or over, provided the owner has no children in the school district and has resided in the district for 30 years or more.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new property tax exemption for seniors aged 75 and older, or for properties owned by spouses or siblings where at least one owner is 75 years old (with the youngest owner at least 65). To qualify, property owners must have lived in the school district for 30 years, have no children enrolled in the district's schools, and meet specific income requirements. The exemption applies to one, two, or three-family residences, farm dwellings, and residential properties in condominium or cooperative ownership. For assessment rolls up to 2025, the income limit is $60,000, with provisions for annual cost-of-living adjustments thereafter. The exemption must be approved by the local governing board after a public hearing, and property owners can optionally participate in a STAR income verification program that allows the tax department to automatically verify their income eligibility. The bill includes detailed provisions for income calculation, confidentiality of personal information, and the application process, with protections against income standard reductions and specific guidelines for various property ownership scenarios. The tax exemption will take effect for assessment rolls prepared after the law's enactment.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the real property tax law, in relation to granting a total exemption from real property taxation for school tax purposes for certain persons seventy-five years of age or over
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Weber (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
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OR bill #HB3512 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to PFAS.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses the regulation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of synthetic chemicals widely used in various products. The legislation prohibits the manufacture, sale, offer for sale, or distribution of new covered products containing intentionally added PFAS, with covered products including a broad range of items such as aqueous film-forming foam, artificial turf, cleaning products, cookware, cosmetics, dental floss, packaging, juvenile products, menstrual products, and more. Manufacturers are required to provide a certificate of compliance stating that their products do not contain intentionally added PFAS, which must be signed by an authorized official and can be provided electronically. The Attorney General is empowered to investigate potential violations through investigative demands and can bring civil actions to obtain injunctions or impose penalties, with first-time violations potentially incurring up to $5,000 in civil penalties and subsequent violations up to $10,000. The bill includes a rebuttable presumption that the presence of total fluorine indicates PFAS content, and provides a defense for retailers who relied in good faith on a manufacturer's compliance certificate. The provisions will become operative on January 1, 2027, with some amendments to the definitions becoming effective on January 1, 2028, and the legislation aims to reduce PFAS exposure by restricting their presence in consumer products.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act prohibits the sale of certain products that contain PFAS. (Flesch Readability Score: 72.6). Prohibits the distribution or sale of certain covered products that contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances. Requires a manufacturer of covered products to pro- vide a certificate of compliance to persons that sell or distribute covered products in this state. Authorizes the Attorney General to investigate and bring an action to obtain an injunction or a civil penalty for violations of the Act. Becomes operative on January 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 7 : Courtney Neron (D)*, Deb Patterson (D)*, Tom Andersen (D)*, Farrah Chaichi (D), Mark Gamba (D), Zach Hudson (D), Sarah Finger McDonald (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing held.
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OK bill #HB2104 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Classification of felony offenses; designating classification for certain offenses; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill modifies the classification and sentencing of numerous felony offenses across multiple sections of Oklahoma law. The bill introduces a new felony classification system, replacing specific sentencing ranges with standardized classifications from Class A1 to Class D3 felonies, each with corresponding imprisonment guidelines. These changes affect a wide range of criminal offenses, including violent crimes, property crimes, sexual offenses, drug-related crimes, and various other statutory infractions. For each offense, the bill specifies a new felony classification level and references standardized sentencing provisions in Section 20 of Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes. The modifications aim to create more consistent and structured sentencing guidelines across different types of criminal activities, potentially simplifying the criminal justice system's approach to felony sentencing. The bill covers an extensive array of legal statutes, touching on everything from murder and assault to computer crimes, fraud, and offenses related to specific professional or regulatory contexts. The changes are comprehensive, affecting nearly every aspect of Oklahoma's criminal code and potentially impacting how courts approach sentencing for various criminal offenses.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the classification of felony offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.7, which relates to murder in the first degree; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1268.2, which relates to terrorism; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 644, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 212, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 644), which relates to penalties for domestic abuse; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 651, which relates to penalties for administering poison; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.8, which relates to murder in the second degree; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.9, which relates to penalties for murder in the first and second degrees; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 745, which relates to kidnapping; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.5, which relates to child abuse; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1021, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1021), which relates to indecent exposure and the solicitation of minors; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1312, which relates to penalties for rioting; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1441, which relates to burglary with explosives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1767.2, which relates to the use of explosives to damage persons or property; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-401, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2024 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2-401), which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 124.8, which relates to the Oklahoma Explosives and Blasting Regulation Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 175, which relates to accessory to a felony offense; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 650, which relates to aggravated assault and battery upon a peace officer; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 701.16, which relates to solicitation for first degree murder; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 711 and 712, which relates to first degree manslaughter; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 748, which relates to human trafficking; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 760, which relates to female genital mutilation; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 798, 800 and 801, which relate to robbery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 849, which relates to equipping vehicles or structures with explosives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.12a, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 103, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1040.12a), which relates to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1111.1, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 260, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1111.1), which relates to rape by instrumentation; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1114 and 1115, which relate to penalties for rape and rape by instrumentation; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1117, which relates to forcing a woman to marry; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1752, which relates to displacing railroad equipment; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 107, which relates to criminal offenses during riots or insurrections; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-902, which relates to penalties for driving under the influence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-403, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 652, which relates to discharging a firearm with intent to kill; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 751, which relates to maiming; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.1, which relates to abuse of the elderly by caretakers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1123, as last amended by Section 33, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1123), which relates to lewd or indecent acts to a child; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1268.3, which relates to the Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1327, which relates to advocating sabotage, sedition or treason on public school grounds; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1401 and 1405, which relate to first degree arson and endangering human life during commission of arson; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 521, which relates to rescuing prisoners; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 813, 814 and 817, which relate to aiding suicide; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 832, which relates to willful poisoning of others; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 888, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 260, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 888), which relates to forcible sodomy; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1021.2, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 103, O.S.L. 2024, 1021.3, as amended by Section 10, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024, 1024.2, as amended by Section 15, O.S.L. 2024 and 1029, as last amended by Section 3, Chapter 151, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1021.2, 1021.3, 1024.2 and 1029), which relate to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1087, as amended by Section 6, Chapter 151, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1087), which relates to procuring minors for prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1088, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 151, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1088), which relates to inducing or restraining minors for prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1266, 1266.4 and 1266.5, which relate to the Sabotage Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1268.5, which relates to the Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1287, which relates to the use of firearms while committing a felony; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1289.17A, which relates to the Oklahoma Firearms Act of 1971; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1431, which relates to first degree burglary; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1903, which relates to the Bus Passenger Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 2001, which relates to the use of unlawful proceeds; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1404, which relates to the Oklahoma Racketeer-Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-904, which relates to personal injury accident while under the influence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-415, which relates to the Trafficking in Illegal Drugs Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 446, which relates to the unlawful transportation of aliens; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 532, which relates to permitting escapes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 741, which relates to kidnapping; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856.1, which relates to aiding, betting and encouraging minors to participate in drug-related crimes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 866, which relates to trafficking in children; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.8, as amended by Section 18, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1040.8), which relates to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1081, which relates to pandering; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1085, which relates to restraining female in house of prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1116, which relates to second degree rape; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1402, which relates to second degree arson; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 590, which relates to the Sex Offenders Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1350.6, which relates to the Bail Enforcement and Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-332, which relates to the Precursor Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 341, which relates to embezzlement by officers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 349, which relates to injuring or burning public buildings; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 539, which relates to resisting execution of process; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending Title 21 O.S. 2021, Section 644.1, which relates to prior pattern of domestic abuse; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1289.26, which relates to unlawful use of body armor; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1403, which relates to third degree arson; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1561, which relates to forgery of wills, deeds and instruments; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1562, which relates to forgery of public securities; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1622, which relates to fraudulently uttering one's signature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1623, which relates to fraudulently uttering one's endorsement; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1624, which relates to the unlawful obliteration of instruments or writings; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1626, which relates to signing fictious names as officers of corporations; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1742.2, which relates to the Unlawful Use of a Recording Device Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 4055.14, which relates to the Viatical Settlements Act of 2008; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Section 47.6, which relates to the Hazardous Liquid Transportation System Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 21, which relates to contraband in jails and prisons; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-406, as last amended by Section 7, Chapter 308, O.S.L. 2024 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2-406), which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021. Section 2- 419.1, which relates to the Trafficking in Illegal Drugs Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 4253, which relates to the Vessel, and Motor Chop Shop, Stolen and Altered Property Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 53, which relates to concealing the death of a child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 645, which relates to assault and battery with a dangerous weapon; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 799, which relates to second degree robbery; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.3, which relates to abuse of a vulnerable adult; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 850, which relates to malicious intimidation or harassment; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 851, which relates to desertion of children; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 853, which relates to desertion of wife or child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856, which relates to contributing to the delinquency of a minor; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 885, which relates to incest; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 886, which relates to crimes against nature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 891, which relates to providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1028, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 267, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1028), which relates to operating a place of prostitution; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.13, as amended by Section 21, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1040.13), which relates to distribution of obscene material or child sexual abuse material; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1040.13a, which relates to soliciting sexual conduct or sexual communication with a child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1073, which relates to promoting pyramid schemes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1086, which relates to allowing pandering on certain property; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1118, which relates to compelling a woman by force to marry; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1119, which relates to abduction of a person under fifteen; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1161.1, which relates to desecration of a human corpse; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1173, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 318, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1173), which relates to stalking; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1217, which relates to interfering with duties of firemen; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1230.7 and 1230.8, which relate to the Environmental Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1263, which relates to advocating criminal syndicalism or sabotage; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1265.2, 1265.3 and 1265.5, which relate to the Sabotage Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1268.4, 1268.6, 1268.7 and 1268.8, which relate to the Oklahoma Antiterrorism Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1283, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 299, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1283), which relates to possession of firearms by convicted felons and delinquents; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1289.16, 1289.17, 1289.20 and 1289.21, which relate to the Oklahoma Firearms Act of 1971; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1290.21, which relates to the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1320.2 and 1320.4, which relate to incitement to riot and related penalties; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1321.7 and 1321.8, which relate to the Oklahoma Riot Control and Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1368, which relates to possession of explosives by convicted felons; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1378, which relates to conspiring to perform an act of violence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 10-102.1, which relates to accidents involving death; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-905, which relates to personal injury accidents caused by unlicensed drivers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-1111, which relates to throwing substances a moving vehicles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-328 and 2- 333, which relate to the Precursor Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-509, which relates to the unlawful cultivation of certain plants; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-701, which relates to the methamphetamine registry; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 647, 649, 649.1, 649.2, 650.2, 653 and 681, which relate to assault and battery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 716, 717 and 722, which relate to second degree manslaughter; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856.3, which relates to gang- related offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1192.1, which relates to intentionally transmitting infectious virus; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1302, which relates to trespass; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1303, which relates to assaults while disguised; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1320.3 and 1320.5, which relate to providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1685, which relates to cruelty to animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1692.2, 1692.3, 1692.4, 1692.5 and 1692.8, which relate to cockfighting offenses and penalties; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1694, 1695, 1696, 1697 and 1699.1, which relate to dogfighting offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 10-102, which relates to nonfatal injury accidents; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Sections 586, 587 and 590.1, which relate to the Sex Offenders Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 649.3, 650.4, 650.6, 650.7, 650.8, 650.9 and 650.11, which relates to assault and battery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 852.1, which relates to child endangerment; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 437, which relates to assisting prisoner escapes; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 438, which relates to carrying items into prison to assist escapes; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 440, which relates to harboring criminals and fugitives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. Section 455, which relates to threatening witnesses giving testimony; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 540A, which relates to eluding police officers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. Section 662, which relates to dueling; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 843.4, which relates to exploitation of elderly or disabled adults; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1404, which relates to fourth degree arson; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. Section 1435, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 245, O.S.L. 2022 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1435), which relates to second and third degree burglary; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1708, which relates to grand larceny at night; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-302, which relates to making false affidavits; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2- 503.1f, which relates to evading money reporting requirements; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 11-10, which relates to anhydrous equipment theft; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 4 O.S. 2021, Section 268, which relates to fraudulent branding of domestic animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 6.1, which relates to injuring pipeline transportation systems; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 641, which relates to embezzlement by county treasurer; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 265, which relates to bribing executive officers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 266, which relates to executive officers receiving bribes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 282, which relates to unlawful entrance to restricted areas; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 301, which relates to preventing meetings of the State Legislature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 303 and 305, which relate to compelling adjournment of the State Legislature and passage or rejection of bills; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 308 and 309, which relates to bribing and accepting bribes my members of the Legislature; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 350, which relates to the seizure of military stores; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 374, which relates to the unlawful display of certain flags and banners; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 380 and 380.1, which relate to bribing a fiduciary and commercial bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 382, which relates to receiving bribes by public officers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 383, which relates to offering bribes to judicial officer and jurors; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 388, which relates to tampering with juries; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 421, 422 and 424, which relate to conspiracy offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 540B, which relates to roadblocks; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 578, which relates to fraudulent production of an infant; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 752 and 759, which relate to maiming and relate penalties; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 941, 946 and 948, which relate to gambling offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 982 and 991, which relate to commercial gambling and betting; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 996.3, which relates to the Consumers Disclosure of Prizes and Gifts Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1416, which relates to the unlawful delivery of goods; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1451, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 63, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2021, Section 1451), which relates to embezzlement offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1531, 1532, 1533 and 1533.2, which relate to falsely impersonation offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1541.2 and 1541.3, which relate to obtaining money or property by trick; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1577, 1578, 1579 and 1592, which relate to forgery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1632 and 1635, which relate to fraud relating to corporations; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1702, 1705, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 158, O.S.L. 2024, 1707, 1713, 1713.1, 1716, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 32, O.S.L. 2022, 1719.2, 1720, 1721, 1722, 1731, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 176, O.S.L. 2024, and 1732 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1705, 1716 and 1731), which relate to larceny offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1778, which relates to interfering with train signal lights; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1779, which relates to injuring written instruments; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1953 and 1955, which relates to the Oklahoma Computer Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 17, which relates to failing to forfeit certain proceeds; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Section 2-5- 116, which relates to violations of the Oklahoma Clean Air Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Section 2-6- 206, which relates to violations of the Oklahoma Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 29 O.S. 2021, Section 3-201, which relates to violations of the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 42 O.S. 2021, Section 153, which relates to lienable claims; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2011, Section 4-108, which relates to trim tag plates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 4-109, as amended by Section 36, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4-109), which relates to certificate of titles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 7-612, which relates to security verification forms; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 592.9, as amended by Section 17, Chapter 107, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 592.9), which relates to the Oklahoma Crusher Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 1503, which relates to the Motor Vehicle Chop Shop, Stolen and Altered Property Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Sections 36.5 and 36.6, which relate to oaths or affirmations; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Sections 109 and 118, which relate to false verification of documents and bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-407, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-503.1, 2-503.1d, 2- 503.1e, and 2-503.1g, which relate to the Drug Money Laundering and Wire Transmitter Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Sections 218.1, 244 and 246, which relate to the Uniform Tax Procedure Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 317, which relates to forging tax stamps; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 1-301 and 1- 308, as amended by Sections 12 and 19, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022, 1-401, 1-402, 1-403 and 1-404, as amended by Sections 20, 21 and 22, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022, 1-501, 1-502, 1-505, 1-506 and 1-508, as amended by Section 31, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022 (71 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1-301, 1-308, 1-402, 1-403, 1-404 and 1-508), which relate to the Oklahoma Uniform Securities Act of 2004; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 806, 808, 809 and 811, as amended by Sections 44 and 45, Chapter 77, O.S.L. 2022, 812, 819, 820, 821, 822 and 823 (71 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 809 and 811), which relate to the Oklahoma Business Opportunity Sales Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 71, which relates to the Oklahoma Surplus Property Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 79 O.S. 2021, Sections 203, 204 and 206, which relate to the Oklahoma Antitrust Reform Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 867, which relates to officer and employees of the Grand River Dam Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 9-34, 9-35 and 9-36, which relate to the Public Warehouse and Commodity Indemnity Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 16-25, 16-28.1 and 16- 34, which relate to the Oklahoma Forestry Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Sections 258 and 259, which relate to the operation of unregistered aircraft and unregistered serial numbers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Section 301, which relates to the operation of aircraft while under the influence; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Section 321, which relates to the unlawful possession of aircraft; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3A O.S. Sections 205, 208.4, 208.6, 208.7, 208.8, 208.9, 208.10 and 208.11, which relate to the Oklahoma Horse Racing Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 727, which relates to the Oklahoma Education Lottery Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 4 O.S. 2021, Section 42.4, which relates to owners of dangerous dogs; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 6 O.S. 2021, Sections 809, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1408, 1409, 1410, 1411, 1412, 1413, 1414 and 1417, which relate to the Oklahoma Banking Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 10 O.S. 2021, Section 404.1, which relates to the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Section 1-2-101, which relates to reports of child abuse; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 13 O.S. 2021, Section 176.3, which relates to the Security of Communications Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Sections 753 and 761.1, which relate to the Consumer Protection Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Section 765.3, which relates to the Home Repair Fraud Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Section 767, which relates to closing out sales; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Sections 776.1 and 776.6, which relate to fraudulent electronic mail; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 16, which relates to the destruction of corporate transaction business records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 18 O.S. 2021, Section 411, which relates to the misapplication of solicited funds; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 18 O.S. 2021, Sections 553.1 and 553.3, which relate to the Oklahoma Solicitation of Charitable Contributions Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 90 and 91, which relate to the failure by election officers to perform certain duties; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 686, which relates to the failure of county officers to perform certain duties; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 318, 320, 321 and 322, which relate to soliciting and accepting bribes by members of the State Legislature; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 334, which relates to soliciting funds to promote legislation; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 355, 357, 358 and 359, which relate to the unlawful furnishing of public supplies for consideration; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 381 and 399, which relate to bribery and corruption offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 425, which relates to conspiracy offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 443 and 445, which relate to escapes from penal institutions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 453 and 456, which relate to falsifying evidence; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 461, 462 and 463, which relate to forging, stealing and falsifying public records; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 491, 496, 500, 504 and 505, which relate to perjury offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 531, which relates to the destruction of records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 540C, which relates to fortifying access points; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 543, which relates to concealing crimes in exchange for money or property; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 579, which relates to substituting a child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 588, which relates to recording grand or petit jury proceedings; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 861, which relates to procuring an abortion; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 872, which relates to adultery; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 883 and 884, which relate to bigamy offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 954, 984, 986, 987 and 988, which relate to offenses related to confidence games and gambling; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1031, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 267, O.S.L. 2024, 1040.80, as amended by Section 32, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 and 1040.13b, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 214, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1031, 1040.80 and 1040.13b), which relate to the Oklahoma Law on Obscenity and Child Pornography; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1125, which relates to zone of safety for sex offenders; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1161 and 1162, which relates to the unlawful removal and purchasing of dead bodies; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1171, which relates to Peeping Toms; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1172, which relates to obscene communications; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1192, which relates to the spread of infectious diseases; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1229, which relates to altering the appearance of livestock; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. Sections 1230.3, 1230.4, 1230.5 and 1230.6, which relate to the Environmental Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1265.4, which relates to the Sabotage Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1278, which relates to the unlawful intent to carry firearms; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1320.10, which relates to riots; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1411, 1412, 1414 and 1415, which relate to fraudulent bills of lading and warehouse receipts; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1483, 1485, 1486 and 1488, which relates to extortion and blackmail; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1521, which relates to bogus check for motor vehicle leases or rentals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1533.1, which relates to identity theft; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1544, which relates to false negotiable papers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1550.28, 1550.31, 1550.33 and 1550.41, which relate to the Oklahoma Credit Card Crime Act of 1970; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1550, which relates to committing a felony with a firearm that has an altered or defaced serial number; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1571, 1572, 1573, 1574, 1580, 1581, 1582, 1583, 1584, 1585, 1586, 1587, 1588, 1589, 1590, 1591 and 1593, which relate to second degree forgery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1621, which relates to third degree felony; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1639, which relates to fraudulent insolvency of unlicensed insurance business; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1663, which relates to Workers' Compensation fraud; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1681, which relates to poisoning animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1719, 1719.1, 1723, 1726, 1727 and 1728, which relate to larceny offenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1751 and 1752.1, which relate to offenses concerning trains and railroad property; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1767.1, which relates to the use or threats to use incendiary devices; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1777, which relates to the removal or injury of piles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1837, which relates to substances or explosives in unginned cotton; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1873 and 1874, which relate to the sale or manufacture of unlawful telecommunication devices; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1904, which relates to the Bus Passenger Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1958, which relates to the Oklahoma Computer Crimes Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1976, 1977, 1978 and 1979, which relate to the unlawful reproduction and sale of sound recordings; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1980, which relates to counterfeit labels; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1990.2, which relates to the Trademark Anti- Counterfeiting Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1993, which relates to the Laser Safety Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 2100.1, which relates to ice cream truck vending; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 60.6, which relates to the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1263, which relates to the sale of seized liquor; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1264, which relates to false affidavits by an officer; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 9-118, which relates to breaking or tampering with voting devices; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Sections 16-101, 16-102, 16- 102.1, 16-102.2, 16-103, 16-103.1, 16-104, 16-105, 16-106, 16-107, 16-108, 16-109 and 16-120, which relate to offenses in violation of the election code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Section 2-7-109, which relates to the Oklahoma Hazardous Waste Management Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 27A O.S. 2021, Sections 2-10-302 and 2-10-801, which relate to the Oklahoma Solid Waste Management Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 311.1, which relates to fraudulent or false statements by insurer; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 1435.26, which relates to the Oklahoma Producer Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 1643, which relates to failure to file insurance statements by insurer; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 6130, which relates to prepaid funeral benefits; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 37A O.S. 2021, Sections 3-101, 6- 101 and 6-123, which relate to Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Control Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Section 5-107, which relates to Employment Security Act of 1980; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Section 169, which relates to hiring armed guards without permits; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Section 183, which relates to entering boilers while under pressure; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 42 O.S. 2021, Sections 142.4 and 142.6, which relate to fraudulent statements on certain liens; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 43 O.S. 2021, Section 14, which relates to performing unlawful marriages; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 43 O.S. 2021, Section 123, which relates to remarrying and cohabitating; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Sections 2-219 and 3-601, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 250, O.S.L. 2023 (43A O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-601), which relate to the Mental Health Law; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Section 11-113, which relates to Advance Directives for Mental Health Treatment Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Sections 4-102, 4-103, 4-107, as amended by Section 35, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022, 4-107a and 4- 110 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4-107), which relate to motor vehicle anti-theft laws; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 6-301, as amended by Section 76, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 6-301), which relates to the unlawful use of a driver license or identification card; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 11-207, which relates to interfering with traffic-control devices or railroad signs; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 17-102, which relates to penalties for violations of the Uniform Vehicle Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 52 O.S. 2021, Sections 108, 114, 115 and 117, which relate to perjury, obstruction, conspiracy and bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 52 O.S. Section 235, which relates to the misappropriation of gas; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 26.18, which relates to fraud in obtaining emergency relief or assistance; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Sections 1005 and 1005.1, which relate to the Oklahoma Medicaid Program Integrity Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 22, receiving compensation for providing goods or services to inmates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 222, which relates to the Prisoners Public Works Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 599, which relates to the Mary Rippy Violent Crime Offenders Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 328.49, which relates to the State Dental Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 353.17A, 353.24 and 353.25, which relate to the Oklahoma Pharmacy Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 396.33, which relates to the Funeral Services License Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 491, which relates to the Oklahoma Allopathic Medical and Surgical Licensure and Supervision Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. Section 638, which relates to the Oklahoma Osteopathic Medicine Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1044, which relates to the Oklahoma Inspectors Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1322, which relates to perjury on affidavit of undertaking; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1335, which relates to noncompliance with personal recognizance; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1512, which relates to the Oklahoma Pawnshop Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1750.11, which relates to the Oklahoma Security Guard and Private Investigator Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 61 O.S. 2021, Sections 115 and 116, which relate to the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 81, which relates to false or illegal vouchers; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 604, which relates to the Uniform Facsimile Signature of Public Officials Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-404, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2200.16A and 2200.17A, which relate to the Oklahoma Uniform Anatomical Gift Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 4209, 4209.1, 4209.2, 4209.3 and 4209.4, which relate to the Oklahoma Boating Safety Regulation Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 64 O.S. 2021, Section 1026, which relates to destroying or forging records of the Commissioners of the Land Office; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 64 O.S. 2021, Section 1094, which relates to unauthorized prospecting of minerals on certain land; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 66 O.S. 2021, Section 304, which relates to the Railroad Revitalization Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 66 O.S. 2021, Section 324, which relates to the Oklahoma Tourism and Passenger Rail Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 67 O.S. Section 83, which relates to obstructing the copying of certain records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Sections 240.1 and 241, which relate to the Uniform Tax Procedure Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Sections 450.8 and 450.9, which relate to failure to affix, remove or prepare fraudulent tax stamps on controlled dangerous substances; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2003, which relates to false oaths; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2376, which relates to submitting false tax returns; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2920, which relates to the submission of false tax receipts; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2945, as amended by Section 4, Chapter 349, O.S.L. 2022 (68 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2945), which relates to fraudulent lists of taxable information; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 3609, which relates to the Oklahoma Quality Jobs Program Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 3807, which relates to the Former Miliary Facility Development Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 4109, which relates to the Oklahoma Specialized Quality Investment Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 4209, which relates to the Oklahoma Quality Investment Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 310, which relates to conflicts of interest of the State Highway Commission; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 1705, which relates to powers and duties of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 1802, which relates to penalties for felony violations of the Oklahoma Highway Code of 1968; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 23-106, which relates to powers and duties of the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3909, which relates to the altering or destroying audit records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 4306, which relates to the misappropriation of gifts, devises and bequests at higher educational institutions; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 453, 455 and 460, which relate to the Oklahoma Take-over Disclosure Act of 1985; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 73 O.S. 2021, Section 162, which relates to the unlawful transaction of business for profit by employees or officers of the Oklahoma Capitol Improvement Authority; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.45h, which relates to the Oklahoma Minority Business Enterprise Assistance Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 85.47h, which relates to the Oklahoma Small Business Surety Bond Guaranty Program Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 150.9, which relates to false or altered criminal history records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 3404, which relates to the Anti-Kickback Act of 1974; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 79 O.S. 2021, Sections 101 and 103, which relate to prohibited agreements regarding bridges, roads or highways; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 1086.3, which relates to unlawful business transactions for profit by members of the Water Resources Board; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 1281, which relates to conflicts of interest; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 84 O.S. 2021, Section 55, which relates to falsely executing written declarations; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 85A O.S. 2021, Section 6, which relates to the Administrative Workers' Compensation Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 434, 436, and 444, which relate to escapes from penitentiaries and peace officers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 650.5, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 140, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 650.5), which relates to penalties for assault and battery offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 852, which relates to failing to provide support for a child; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 856.2, which relates to harboring a runaway child; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1272.3, which relates to the unlawful discharge of stun guns, tear gas or pepper mace; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. Section 1289.18, which relates to the Oklahoma Firearms Act of 1971; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1304, which relates to mailing threatening letters; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 1-731 and 1-733, which relate to abortions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-737.9, which relates to the Oklahoma Unborn Child Protection from Dismemberment Abortion Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1- 738.14, which relates to the Unborn Child Pain Awareness/Prevention Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-740.4b, which relates to using false government records to obtain abortion; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-745.7, which relates to the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-746.7, which relates to consent to abortion; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-749, which relates to the preservation of fetal tissue; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 2-18, which relates to the Oklahoma Agriculture Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 5-106, which relates to the Oklahoma Farm Animal, Crop, and Research Facilities Protection Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 6-94, which relates to permanent branding of animals; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 6-125, which relates to quarantined livestock; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 6-151 and 6-155, which relate to penalties for transporting livestock without health certificates; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 6- 190, 6-191, 6-192, 6-194, 6-197, 6-199, 6-200 and 6- 207, which relate to the Oklahoma Meat Inspection Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 6-258, 6- 259, 6-260, 6-261, 6-262 and 6-264, which relate to the Oklahoma Poultry Products Inspection Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 6-611, which relates to the Feral Swine Control Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 9-37, which relates to the Public Warehouse and Commodity Indemnity Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 9-132, which relates to the Livestock Auction Market Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, 11-2, which relates to ungraded agricultural products; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 11-94, which relates to the Oklahoma Scrap Metal Dealers Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 16-6, which relates to the Oklahoma Forestry Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 16-59, which relates to the removal of timber products from state lands; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Sections 16-60 and 16-63, which relates to wrongful injuries to and fraudulent sales of timber; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 2 O.S. 2021, Section 16-66, which relates to false declaration of ownership; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3 O.S. 2021, Section 281, which relates to the installation of nonconforming fuel tanks; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Section 203.6, which relates to the Oklahoma Horse Racing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 3A O.S. 2021, Sections 504 and 505, which relate to the Amusement and Carnival Games Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 4 O.S. 2021, Section 85.11, which relates to unlawfully taking up or concealing estrays; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 6 O.S. 2021, Section 808, which relates to the Oklahoma Banking Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 11 O.S. 2021, Section 39-113, which relates to the Improvement District Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 12 O.S. 2021, Section 65, which relates to false valuations of real estate; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 12 O.S. 2021, Section 923, which relates to falsely swearing on affidavit; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 15 O.S. 2021, Section 567, which relates to contracts for sale of future deliveries of certain commodities; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 17 O.S. Section 158.59, which relates to unlawful acts relating to rural electric cooperatives; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 191.11, which relates to the Electric Restructuring Act of 1997; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 18 O.S. 2021, Section 381.73, which relates to the Oklahoma Savings and Loan Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 28 and 29, which relate to election officers who neglect official duties and bribery; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Section 92, which relates to bribery; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 19 O.S. 2021, Sections 112 and 123, which relate to county depositories; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 187.1 and 187.2, which relate to campaign contributions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 275, which relates to gratuity or reward for appointing another to a public office; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 306 and 307, which relate to altering bills or resolutions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 360, which relates to coercing political participation of state employees; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 372, which relates to the mutilation of United States flag; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 384 and 400, which relate to bribery and corruption offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 451, which relates to falsifying evidence; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 567A, which relates to the violation of child custody orders; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 589, which relates to false reporting of crimes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 590, which relates to the unlawful disposal of government records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 815 and 818, which relate to suicide; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 950, which relates to gambling offenses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1053, 1066 and 1068, which relate to lotteries; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1092, which relates to exhibiting stolen goods; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1163, which relates to the unlawful interference with burial places; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1168.1, 1168.4 and 1168.6, which relate to human skeletal remains; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1174, which relates to burning crosses; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1214, which relates to the unlawful receiving of transmissions made by law enforcement; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1267.1, which relates to overthrowing the government by force or violence; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1282, which relates to slungshots; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1442, which relates to the possession of burglary tools; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1503 and 1506, which relate to defrauding owners of hotels or restaurants and mock auctions; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1542 and 1543, which relate to obtaining property by false pretenses; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1550.32, which relates to the Oklahoma Credit Card Crime Ac of 1970; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1662, which relates to fraudulent insurance claims; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1753 and 1753.8, which relate to injuries to highways and stealing road signs; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1755, which relates to injuries to toll houses or gates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1760 and 1765, which relate to malicious injury to property and house of worship; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1785, which relates to injuring public works of art or literature; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Sections 1786 and 1791, which relate to injuries to gas or water pipes and fences; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1792, which relates to trespass on critical infrastructure facilities; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1834, which relates to the willful disposal or damage of encumbered property; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1861, which relates to telephone solicitations; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1871, which relates to unlawful avoidance of paying service charges; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1872, which relates to possession of unlawful telecommunication or cloning devices; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 60.4, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 318, O.S.L. 2022 (22 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 60.4), which relates to the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 22 O.S. 2021, Section 1110, which relates to bail jumping; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 34 O.S. 2021, Section 23, which relates to falsely signing or destroying petitions for referendum; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 2737.1, which relates to fraudulent statements related to applications into fraternal benefit societies; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 37A O.S. 2021, Sections 6- 115, 6-116, 6-117, 6-120, 6-121 and 6-129, which relate to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Control Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 40 O.S. 2021, Section 181 and 182, which relate to the unlawful repair of steam boilers; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 44 O.S. 2021, Section 210, which relates to the assault on members of the National Guard; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 47 O.S. 2021, Section 579.1, as amended by Section 17, Chapter 240, O.S.L. 2024 (47 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 579.1), which relates to the unlawful brokering of vehicles; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 183, which relates to the unlawful use or publishing of certain information; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 185, which relates to public assistance fraud; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 56 O.S. 2021, Section 243 which relates to food stamp fraud; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 57 O.S. 2021, Section 13, which relates to prison escapes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 15.26, which relates to the Oklahoma Accountancy Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 328.49, which relates to the State Dental Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 1350.2, 1350.4, 1350.12 and 1350.16, which relate to the Bail Enforcement and Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 1529, which relates to the Precious Metal and Gen Dealer Licensing Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 61 O.S. 2021, Section 114, which relates to the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 89.11, which relates to willful interference with inspections or destruction of transaction records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-324.1, which relates to unlawfully issuing birth, death and stillbirth certificates; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 1-757.10, which relates to the Oklahoma Abortion-Inducing Drug Certification Program Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-307, which relates to the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Sections 2-312.1 and 2-314, which relate to the Anti-Drug Diversion Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-405, which relates to offenses and penalties of the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 3101.11, which relates to the Oklahoma Advance Directive Act; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 4009.1, as amended by Section 206, Chapter 282, O.S.L. 2022 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 4009.1), which relates to the Oklahoma Vessel and Motor Registration Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 64 O.S. 2021, Sections 1017, 1018 and 1029, which relate to offenses concerning property transaction and property of the Commissioners of the Land Office; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 317.1, which relates to delivery sale of cigarettes to minors; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 349.1, which relates to the sale of contraband cigarettes; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 426, which relates to shipping, selling or purchasing contraband tobacco products; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 1364, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 203, O.S.L. 2021 (68 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1364), which relates to the Oklahoma Sales Tax Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 1625, which relates to perjury on fireworks affidavit; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 2861, which relates to the Ad Valorem Tax Code; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Section 3908, which relates to the Small Employer Quality Jobs Incentive Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 1213, which relates to obstructing or damaging roads or traffic-control devices; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 17-110, which relates to falsifying teacher retirement system records; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 71 O.S. 2021, Sections 621, 626 and 631, as amended by Sections 3 and 6, Chapter 78, O.S.L. 2022, 641, 653, 654 and 658 (71 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 626 and 631), which relate to the Oklahoma Subdivision Land Sales Code; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 72 O.S. 2021, Section 6-1, which relates to impersonating members or veterans of the United States Armed Forces; providing felony classification for certain offenses; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 217, which relates to false reports made by the State Auditor; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 674, which relates to the Conservancy Act of Oklahoma; providing felony classification for certain offense; amending 85A O.S. 2021, Section 38, which relates to the Administrative Workers' Compensation Act; providing felony classification for certain offense; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Mike Osburn (R)*, Dave Rader (R)*, Tammy West (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred for engrossment
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UT bill #SB0003 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Appropriations Adjustments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides appropriations adjustments for Utah state government for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, covering a wide range of state agencies and programs. The bill allocates funds for various purposes across multiple sectors including criminal justice, education, healthcare, transportation, and economic development. The appropriations include both ongoing and one-time funding for specific initiatives and program implementations. Key provisions include direct grant allocations to various organizations, funding for specific legislative bill implementations, support for higher education institutions, and adjustments to various state agency budgets. The bill covers everything from funding for indigent defense and correctional services to educational programs, mental health services, and infrastructure projects. The appropriations range from small amounts of a few thousand dollars for specific program adjustments to multi-million dollar allocations for major state initiatives. The bill also includes specific instructions for fund transfers, budget reporting, and the effective dates of the appropriations, with most provisions taking effect on May 7, 2025, and some specific sections taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill supplements or reduces appropriations otherwise provided for the support and operation of state government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025 and for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 03/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jerry Stevenson (R)*, Val Peterson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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OK bill #HB2108 • Last Action 03/13/2025
State government; Oklahoma Employee Insurance and Benefits Act; statutory references; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill primarily updates the Oklahoma Employees Insurance and Benefits Act by replacing references to the "Office of Management and Enterprise Services" with the "Oklahoma Health Care Authority" throughout multiple sections of state law. The bill comprehensively updates terminology and administrative references related to state employee insurance and benefits, effectively transferring administrative responsibilities from the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. Key changes include modifying references to the director, CEO, and administrative procedures for health, dental, and life insurance plans for state and education employees. The bill also makes minor technical corrections to section references and formatting. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing ample time for administrative transition and implementation of the updated language.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to state government; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 1304.1, 1305.1, 1306.1, 1306.6, 1307, 1307.1, 1307.2, 1307.3, 1308, 1308.1, 1309, 1310.1, 1310.2, 1311, 1311.1, 1312, 1312.1, 1312.2, 1312.3, 1314.3, 1314.5, 1315, 1315.1, 1316.1, 1316.2, 1316.3, 1317, 1320, 1321, 1323, 1324, 1325, 1326, 1327, 1328, and 1329, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 241, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 1304.1, 1316.2, and 1321), which relate to the Oklahoma Employee Insurance and Benefits Act; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Osburn (R)*, Christi Gillespie (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/09/2025
• Last Action: Referred for engrossment
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UT bill #HB0562 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive changes to law enforcement and criminal justice procedures in Utah, focusing on several key areas. The bill modifies probation supervision rules, requiring county sheriffs to adopt standards established by the Utah Sheriffs' Association and setting specific protocols for handling probation violations. It establishes a standardized financial condition schedule for bail and pretrial release, with default amounts ranging from $25 to $25,000 depending on the offense type. The legislation also enhances procedures for collecting criminal accounts receivable, including more detailed requirements for tracking and transferring debt collection responsibilities between courts and the Office of State Debt Collection. Additionally, the bill clarifies and expands the Board of Pardons and Parole's authority in handling restitution, payment schedules, and criminal accounts, with specific provisions for offenders sentenced before and after July 1, 2021. The bill includes technical modifications to various sections of Utah law related to criminal justice, such as pretrial detention hearings, sentencing, and victim restitution, with the aim of improving consistency, transparency, and efficiency in the criminal justice system. The changes will take effect on May 7, 2025, with some specific coordinating provisions for potential interactions with another pending bill.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to law enforcement and criminal justice.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Karianne Lisonbee (R)*, Todd Weiler (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #SB0177 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Child Welfare Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive amendments to various sections of Utah law related to child welfare, background checks, and the handling of child abuse and neglect investigations. The bill primarily focuses on modifying procedures for background checks, reporting, and legal proceedings involving potential child abuse or neglect. Key changes include reducing timeframes for certain administrative processes, such as reducing the window for challenging supported findings from one year to 30 days, expanding the ability to stay administrative proceedings during criminal investigations, and adding new definitions and provisions related to child abuse and neglect. The bill updates multiple sections of Utah Code across different agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services, the Division of Child and Family Services, and the juvenile court system, with the aim of streamlining child welfare processes, protecting children, and ensuring more efficient handling of abuse and neglect investigations. The amendments touch on areas such as background checks for individuals working with children, record-keeping in information systems, court proceedings for substantiating abuse claims, and defining various types of abuse and neglect. These changes are designed to improve child safety, clarify administrative procedures, and provide more precise legal frameworks for handling child welfare cases.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to child safety and welfare.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Christine Watkins (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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VT bill #S0114 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An act relating to charging for actual cost under Vermont’s Public Records Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Vermont's Public Records Act to provide clearer guidelines for how public agencies can charge for the costs associated with responding to public records requests. Specifically, the bill allows public agencies to charge for staff time spent fulfilling records requests under certain conditions: when the time spent exceeds 30 minutes, when the agency agrees to create a new public record, or when the agency provides a record in a non-standard format and the work takes more than 30 minutes. The Secretary of State is tasked with establishing a uniform schedule of charges for state agencies, considering only actual costs like paper, equipment maintenance, and utility expenses. Political subdivisions (like local governments) must also establish their own charge schedules through public hearings, using similar cost-calculation principles. The bill requires agencies to provide receipts for charges and allows them to retain monies collected that represent actual costs incurred. Additionally, the bill clarifies that agencies are not required to create new records or convert formats they don't already use, and they can make reasonable rules to protect records and prevent operational disruptions. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing agencies time to prepare their new charging procedures.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to authorize public agencies to charge and collect the actual cost of staff time associated with complying with a request to inspect a public record.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Patrick Brennan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Government Operations
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UT bill #HB0504 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Financial and Conflict of Interest Disclosures by Candidates Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates financial and conflict of interest disclosure requirements for candidates and officeholders across various levels of government in Utah. The bill requires candidates seeking appointment to fill midterm vacancies in municipal, county, state, local school board, and special district offices to complete a detailed conflict of interest disclosure statement before being considered for the position. These disclosure statements must include information about the candidate's employment, business interests, income sources, spouse's employment, and other potential conflicts of interest. The statements will be made publicly available on government websites for at least 10 calendar days after an appointment is made. The bill also modifies reporting deadlines for interim financial reports, particularly for candidates seeking midterm vacancy appointments, generally requiring these reports to be filed at least three business days before a nomination meeting. Additionally, the bill provides mechanisms for redacting sensitive information for at-risk government employees and establishes penalties for non-compliance, including potential misdemeanor charges and civil penalties. The changes aim to increase transparency in government appointments and provide voters and the public with more comprehensive information about potential conflicts of interest for elected and appointed officials.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to campaign finance and conflict of interest disclosures.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Lisa Shepherd (R)*, Ron Winterton (R), Paul Cutler (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #HB0508 • Last Action 03/13/2025
School Data Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the State Board of Education to conduct a comprehensive, multi-year study of local education agency (LEA) data practices, systems, and reporting requirements, with specific focus on three key areas. The board will create a Data Systems and Reporting Advisory Committee comprising representatives from urban and rural school districts, charter schools, state agencies, and other stakeholders to guide the study. For student data retention, the study will examine the types of personally identifiable information collected, storage methods, data security, compliance with privacy laws, and potential requirements for data audits and disposal. For student information systems, the study will analyze current LEA expenditures, staff time requirements, system modification costs, capabilities and limitations of existing systems, and potential statewide solutions. The reporting requirements study will review existing reporting obligations, their legal basis, purpose, and relevance, and explore methods to evaluate, consolidate, and potentially sunset unnecessary requirements. The board will prepare two reports - one in September 2025 focusing on student information systems and another in September 2026 addressing data retention and reporting requirements - which will be presented to the Education Interim Committee for potential legislative action. The bill takes effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to improve efficiency, reduce administrative burden, and enhance data management practices in Utah's educational system.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill requires the State Board of Education (state board) to study and make recommendations regarding local education agency (LEA) data collection, retention, student information systems, and reporting requirements.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Matt MacPherson (R)*, Lincoln Fillmore (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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AZ bill #SB1615 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Student athletes; employment status; restrictions
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive regulations for student athletes' ability to earn compensation from their name, image, and likeness (NIL) in Arizona's postsecondary educational institutions. The legislation allows universities and nonprofit organizations to help student athletes earn money from their NIL, while establishing clear guidelines for how this can occur. Key provisions include allowing postsecondary institutions to compensate athletes for NIL use (but not from student fees), enabling institutions to help facilitate NIL opportunities, and prohibiting institutions from penalizing athletes for earning such compensation. The bill explicitly prevents universities from classifying student athletes as employees solely because of NIL earnings, protects athletes' rights to professional representation, and ensures that regulators cannot take adverse actions against institutions or athletes for NIL-related activities. The legislation also provides confidentiality protections for NIL contract records and allows student athletes to seek legal recourse if their rights are violated. Importantly, the bill applies to universities under the Arizona Board of Regents and private degree-granting institutions, covering intercollegiate sports while excluding intramural and professional sports. The bill is designated as an emergency measure, making it immediately operative to preserve public peace, health, and safety.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending sections 13-3302 and 15-1892, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to collegiate athletics.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 03/09/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : T.J. Shope (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Transmit to House
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NM bill #SB158 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Reporting Of Economic Development Incentives
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive reporting requirements for economic development incentives in New Mexico, mandating that the Economic Development Department compile and publicly present an annual report detailing economic development projects receiving public support. The report must include specific information about each project, such as the name of the qualifying entity, the amount of public support provided, committed and actual capital investment, job creation details including median wages, and a thorough analysis of the project's economic impact, with a clear explanation of the methodology used to determine that impact. Additionally, the bill requires the Economic Development Department and Workforce Solutions Department to provide detailed information to the Legislative Finance Committee for evaluating economic development incentives, with strict confidentiality provisions ensuring that sensitive business information is protected and only used for specific analytical purposes. The Industrial Training Board is also required to report training program data, including the number of persons trained, average wages, training location, and project economic impact. These reporting requirements aim to increase transparency and enable more effective assessment of the effectiveness and efficiency of economic development incentives, with the provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES; REQUIRING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO COMPILE AND PRESENT AN ANNUAL REPORT ON PROJECTS FUNDED WITH PUBLIC SUPPORT PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACT; REQUIRING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AND THE WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS DEPARTMENT TO PROVIDE INFORMATION TO THE STAFF OF THE LEGISLATIVE FINANCE COMMITTEE FOR PURPOSES OF EVALUATING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES; REQUIRING THE INDUSTRIAL TRAINING BOARD TO REPORT CERTAIN DEVELOPMENT TRAINING DATA TO THE LEGISLATIVE FINANCE COMMITTEE.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Benny Shendo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: HCEDC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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IL bill #HB2516 • Last Action 03/13/2025
PFAS PRODUCT BAN
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the PFAS Reduction Act to prohibit the sale, offering for sale, or distribution of certain products containing intentionally added PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a class of fluorinated chemicals) in Illinois beginning January 1, 2026. The banned products include cookware (such as pots, pans, and cooking utensils), cosmetics (items applied to the human body for cleansing or beautifying), dental floss, juvenile products (items designed for children under 12, like cribs, strollers, and changing pads), menstrual products (tampons, pads, menstrual cups), intimate apparel (bras, underwear, socks), and food packaging or food contact products (containers, wrappers, trays used for food and beverages). The bill defines these terms extensively and establishes civil penalties for violations, with fines up to $5,000 for a first offense and $10,000 for subsequent offenses. These penalties will be deposited into the Environmental Protection Trust Fund, reflecting a broader effort to reduce potential environmental and health risks associated with PFAS chemicals.
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Bill Summary: Amends the PFAS Reduction Act. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2026, a person may not sell, offer for sale, or distribute for sale in this State the following products if the product contains intentionally added PFAS: (1) cookware, (2) cosmetics, (3) dental floss, (4) juvenile products, (5) menstrual products, (6) intimate apparel, or (7) food packaging or food contact products. Defines terms.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Abdelnasser Rashid (D)*, Carol Ammons (D), Anne Stava-Murray (D), Joyce Mason (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons
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UT bill #HB0456 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Transient Room Tax Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Outdoor Recreation Mitigation Grant Program to help smaller, rural counties address the financial impacts of tourism and outdoor recreation. Specifically, the bill modifies the transient room tax law and establishes a new grant fund to assist eligible counties (those in the third through sixth class with limited transient room tax revenue) in managing visitor-related emergency costs and safety issues. The bill creates an Outdoor Recreation Mitigation Board to oversee the program and establishes a funding mechanism by allocating 33% of a specific state tax to the new grant fund. Counties can use the grants for expenses related to search and rescue efforts, emergency medical services, road repairs, and other tourism-related safety and emergency costs. The grant program is designed to help rural counties that are struggling to manage the impacts of increased tourism and outdoor recreation, with priority given to counties with smaller populations and more urgent needs. The bill includes detailed provisions for grant application, award criteria, reporting requirements, and fund management, with the goal of providing financial support to counties that are disproportionately affected by tourism-related expenses.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies the transient room tax and creates the Outdoor Recreation Mitigation Grant Program.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Bridger Bolinder (R)*, Evan Vickers (R)
• Versions: 10 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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TX bill #SB1841 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the confidentiality protections for personal identifying information collected by local governments and joint boards related to airport facilities and payment systems. Specifically, the bill broadens the types of personal information that are considered confidential and cannot be disclosed under the state's public information laws. The expanded confidential information now includes additional details such as profile names associated with purchases, travel dates and flight information, purchase dates and amounts, and airport lounge memberships and trusted traveler information. The bill amends two sections of the Transportation Code to include these new confidentiality provisions for both local governments and joint boards consisting of populous home-rule municipalities. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, which provides clarity on when the new confidentiality rules will be in effect. This legislation aims to protect individuals' personal details collected during airport-related transactions and interactions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Transportation
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UT bill #HB0444 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Data Privacy Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive updates to Utah's data privacy laws, focusing on how governmental entities collect, manage, use, and protect personal data. The bill creates new frameworks for data privacy practices, including requirements for governmental entities to establish privacy programs, provide privacy notices to individuals, and maintain transparency about how personal data is collected and used. Key provisions include mandating that governmental entities initiate a data privacy program by December 31, 2025, collect only the minimum amount of personal data necessary, and provide clear notices to individuals about how their data will be used. The bill establishes a Utah Privacy Commission, creates a Data Privacy Ombudsperson role, and introduces requirements for governmental websites to disclose their data collection practices. Notably, the bill requires governmental entities to provide privacy notices, limit personal data collection, implement data protection measures, and allows for potential disciplinary action against employees who intentionally violate data privacy regulations. The legislation aims to balance governmental data needs with individual privacy rights, providing more robust protections and transparency for Utah residents' personal information.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to governmental data privacy and privacy oversight.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jefferson Moss (R)*, Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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CT bill #SB01433 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An Act Exempting The Residential Address Of Employees Of The Office Of The Attorney General From Disclosure Under The Freedom Of Information Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Connecticut's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to add employees of the Office of the Attorney General to the list of public employees whose residential addresses are exempt from public disclosure. Currently, the law protects the home addresses of various public servants, including judges, law enforcement officers, court employees, and others working in sensitive public safety and legal roles. The bill specifically modifies section 1-217 of the general statutes by inserting "(14) An employee of the office of the Attorney General" into the existing list of protected personnel. This change means that the residential addresses of Attorney General office employees will now be shielded from public records requests, likely to protect these employees from potential harassment or privacy intrusions related to their work. The amendment is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, providing advance notice of the legal change. By expanding the existing protections, the bill aims to safeguard the personal information of attorneys and staff who work in the state's legal office.
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Bill Summary: To exempt the residential address of employees of the office of the Attorney General from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office
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CT bill #HB06850 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An Act Concerning Revisions To The Freedom Of Information Act Concerning The Nondisclosure Of The Addresses Of Certain Public Agency Employees.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Connecticut's Freedom of Information Act to expand protections for residential address confidentiality for public agency employees. Currently, the law prohibits disclosure of residential addresses for specific categories of public employees like judges, law enforcement, and court employees. The bill broadens this protection to include essentially all public agency employees, except those for whom residency is a condition of employment. An employee can request their residential address be kept confidential by submitting a written request and providing a business address. Public agencies must then redact residential addresses from lists, records, and databases when responding to information requests. The bill maintains existing provisions allowing business addresses and municipal building addresses to remain public. For election-related personnel like municipal clerks and registrars, address confidentiality has specific time-limited protections around election periods. The bill also preserves existing penalties for willful and knowing violations, which can result in civil fines between $20 and $1,000, enforced by the Freedom of Information Commission. This change aims to enhance privacy and personal security for a broader range of public employees while maintaining transparency in government records.
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Bill Summary: To amend the prohibition against disclosing the residential address of certain persons contained in personnel, medical or similar files by deleting reference to the employing public agency and expanding the prohibition to other public agency employees for which residency is not a requirement for employment.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/18/25 5:00 PM
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UT bill #HB0391 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Emergency Medical Services Revisions
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several revisions to Utah's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regulations and introduces a new Emergency Medical Services Critical Needs Account. The bill expands the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services' duties to include enforcing programs and establishing a voluntary task force and peer review board for EMS personnel. It creates a new restricted account within the General Fund that will be funded through interest, legislative appropriations, and specific contributions, with up to 25% of the fund balance quarterly allocated to critical needs grants. The bill also modifies the Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, allowing the bureau to distribute grants to nonprofit prehospital emergency medical services providers and changing how unallocated grant funds are handled. Additionally, the bill provides the bureau with enhanced disciplinary powers, including the ability to impose fines on emergency medical service providers for various violations, and requires the bureau to establish and publish an annual fine schedule based on recommendations from the Trauma System and Emergency Medical Services Committee. Fines collected will be deposited into the new Critical Needs Account, which is designed to support emergency medical services infrastructure and address critical needs in the state. The bill takes effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses emergency medical services.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Hoang Nguyen (D)*, Derrin Owens (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 42
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #SB0268 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Rules Review and General Oversight Committee Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Rules Review and General Oversight Committee's structure, powers, and responsibilities, primarily expanding its oversight capabilities and adding new procedural guidelines. The committee will continue to consist of 10 permanent members (five from the Senate and five from the House of Representatives), with specific provisions for appointing members and filling vacancies. The bill introduces new provisions allowing the committee to review individual child welfare cases and information subject to confidentiality agreements, with strict protocols to maintain privacy. The committee gains additional authority to delay the effective date of proposed rules by the State Board of Education, subject to specific limitations, such as not extending beyond May 15 of the following calendar year. The bill also clarifies the committee's ability to open committee bill files, either through a committee vote or by agreement between House and Senate chairs. Additionally, the bill establishes detailed guidelines for closed meetings when discussing sensitive matters, ensuring that discussions of confidential information are conducted with appropriate discretion and legal protections. These changes aim to enhance legislative oversight of administrative rulemaking and provide more flexible mechanisms for reviewing and responding to proposed rules and policies.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to the Rules Review and General Oversight Committee.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dan McCay (R)*, Stephanie Gricius (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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UT bill #HB0263 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Election Record Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive amendments to Utah's election record management and transparency procedures. The legislation enhances ballot chain of custody requirements, mandating detailed tracking and documentation for each ballot batch, including unique identifying codes, handling logs, and video monitoring of ballot processing. Election officers must now conduct daily ballot reconciliations, publicly release reconciliation results, and provide more granular reporting on ballot issuance and return methods. The bill also establishes new provisions for creating and accessing electronic copies of election materials, which must be securely stored for at least 12 years. County clerks and certain governmental entities can now examine these electronic records under specific conditions, such as conducting research or responding to committee inquiries, but with strict limitations on access and copying. The electronic copies are not considered public records and cannot be disclosed under the Government Records Access and Management Act. Additionally, the bill modifies requirements for preserving physical ballots, election returns, and related materials, specifying retention periods and conditions for potential examination during election contests. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to improve election transparency, accountability, and record-keeping processes.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to records created or used during an election.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Norm Thurston (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #HB0311 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Watershed Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to Utah's water resource management laws, focusing on water commissioners, water banking, and interstate water negotiations. The bill changes the status of water commissioners, making them employees of the Division of Water Rights who are eligible for health and retirement benefits and exempt from certain state personnel management regulations. It expands the powers of the Board of Water Resources to include entering into contracts recommended by a Utah water agent for water augmentation projects and reviewing water bank applications. The bill also modifies the Water District Water Development Council's composition, reducing the number of legislative members while ensuring representation from both majority and minority parties. Additionally, the bill clarifies the role of the Utah water agent in exploring and negotiating water augmentation projects with other states and tribes, removing previous restrictions on Colorado River-related negotiations. The bill defines a "water augmentation project" as a project on interstate waters that increases or impacts water availability in Utah. These changes aim to provide more flexibility and strategic approaches to water resource management in the state. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses provisions related to water resources and water management in Utah watersheds.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Casey Snider (R)*, Scott Sandall (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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TX bill #HB5093 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 552.11765 of the Texas Government Code to modify restrictions on disclosing personal contact information for license holders. Specifically, the bill creates an exception to existing confidentiality rules that prevent governmental bodies from releasing personal contact details. Under the current law, information such as home addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses for license applicants and holders are generally kept confidential. The new provision explicitly allows the secretary of state to disclose the home address, home telephone number, and electronic mail address of notaries public who are appointed under Subchapter A, Chapter 406. This means that contact information for notaries will now be publicly accessible, in contrast to the previous blanket confidentiality rules. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the immediate effect vote. The purpose appears to be increasing transparency by making notary public contact information more readily available to the public.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Salman Bhojani (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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UT bill #HB0464 • Last Action 03/13/2025
State Sovereignty Fund
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the State Sovereignty Fund, a new financial mechanism designed to enhance Utah's fiscal resilience and long-term financial stability. The fund will be primarily funded through various sources including reserve account surpluses, a portion of General Fund savings from federal medical assistance percentage changes, excess revenue collections, and additional legislative appropriations. Notably, the Legislature is prohibited from appropriating money from the fund before fiscal year 2075-76, emphasizing its long-term nature. Starting in 2075-76, up to 50% of the fund's annual earnings can be used to offset reduced federal funding or provide state tax relief. Any principal withdrawals require a two-thirds vote of the Legislature and must be for offsetting reduced federal funding or providing tax relief. The state treasurer is tasked with investing the fund's assets with priority given to principal growth and fund stability, following prudent investor standards. The bill also modifies existing budget reserve account rules to allow excess surpluses to be transferred to the State Sovereignty Fund, creating an additional mechanism for managing state financial resources. The fund is designed to provide a perpetual financial cushion for the state, protecting against future economic uncertainties and potential federal funding reductions.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill creates the State Sovereignty Fund.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 64 : Joseph Elison (R)*, Chris Wilson (R), Nelson Abbott (R), Cheryl Acton (R), Carl Albrecht (R), Tiara Auxier (R), Melissa Ballard (R), Stewart Barlow (R), Bridger Bolinder (R), Walt Brooks (R), Jeff Burton (R), Kristen Chevrier (R), Kay Christofferson (R), Tyler Clancy (R), Paul Cutler (R), Jen Dailey-Provost (D), Ariel Defay (R), Rosalba Dominguez (D), Jim Dunnigan (R), Steve Eliason (R), Doug Fiefia (R), Jake Fitisemanu (D), Stephanie Gricius (R), Matt Gwynn (R), Katy Hall (R), Jon Hawkins (R), Sahara Hayes (D), Sandra Hollins (D), Ken Ivory (R), Colin Jack (R), Jill Koford (R), Mike Kohler (R), Jason Kyle (R), Trevor Lee (R), Karianne Lisonbee (R), Anthony Loubet (R), Matt MacPherson (R), Cory Maloy (R), Ashlee Matthews (D), Verona Mauga (D), Tracy Miller (R), Grant Miller (D), Logan Monson (R), Jefferson Moss (R), Hoang Nguyen (D), Clinton Okerlund (R), Doug Owens (D), Nicholeen Peck (R), Mike Petersen (R), Tom Peterson (R), Calvin Roberts (R), Angela Romero (D), Jake Sawyer (R), Mike Schultz (R), Troy Shelley (R), Lisa Shepherd (R), Rex Shipp (R), Andrew Stoddard (D), Mark Strong (R), Jordan Teuscher (R), Jason Thompson (R), Neil Walter (R), Stephen Whyte (R), Ryan Wilcox (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #HB0479 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Student Athlete Revisions
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses two key areas related to student athletes in Utah's higher education institutions: compensation for name, image, and likeness (NIL), and policies against abusive coaching practices. Regarding NIL, the bill allows institutions to directly compensate student athletes for the use of their name, image, or likeness, with restrictions on funding sources (prohibiting the use of state-appropriated funds or student fees). The bill also establishes protections for student athletes, preventing athletic entities from penalizing athletes who earn NIL compensation or obtain professional representation. On the coaching front, the bill requires degree-granting institutions to develop comprehensive policies by November 2025 to address and prevent abusive coaching practices, including establishing complaint procedures, mandatory training, and disciplinary actions for violations. The policies must cover various forms of abuse, such as physical misconduct, sexual harassment, and psychological abuse. Institutions must submit these policies to the board and Education Interim Committee, and their board of trustees must review and approve them. The bill also mandates that the board conduct quinquennial audits of NIL compensation practices starting in fiscal year 2028. The legislation aims to protect student athletes' rights and well-being while providing new opportunities for compensation and recourse against abusive coaching behaviors.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill mandates policies on abusive coaching and addresses student-athlete compensation for name, image, or likeness.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Sahara Hayes (D)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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WV bill #HB2377 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to child welfare
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in West Virginia's child welfare system by making several key changes. It establishes a new Critical Incident Review Team under the Office of the Inspector General to review child fatalities and near fatalities involving children in the child welfare system, with a multidisciplinary team including representatives from various state agencies, the Foster Care Ombudsman, and legislative members. The bill modifies reporting procedures for child abuse and neglect, requiring the Bureau of Social Services to maintain a 24/7 hotline and web-based reporting system that provides reporters with an immediate case identifier. It mandates that the child welfare data dashboard be updated monthly with system-wide performance indicators, workforce information, and child fatality data, with detailed reporting requirements starting July 1, 2025. The bill also creates strict confidentiality protocols for the review team's work while ensuring that critical data can be shared with appropriate agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Additionally, the legislation requires annual reporting to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Health and Human Resources Accountability, with the goal of identifying trends and recommendations to reduce child fatalities and improve child welfare system performance.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to require transparency from the Department of Human Services.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Adam Burkhammer (R)*, Margitta Mazzocchi (R), Mike Hite (R), Anitra Hamilton (D), Mike Pushkin (D), George Miller (R), Jonathan Pinson (R), Mickey Petitto (R), Geno Chiarelli (R), Scot Heckert (R), Evan Worrell (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Markup Discussion
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MS bill #HB1284 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Mississippi Native Spirit Law; rename and revise various provisions.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Mississippi's alcoholic beverage laws to create a new category of alcoholic beverage production called "craft spirits" and establish regulations for craft distilleries. The bill renames the existing "Mississippi Native Spirit Law" to the "Mississippi Native and Craft Spirits Law" and defines "craft spirit" as an alcoholic beverage produced in whole or in part in Mississippi by a distillery created under Mississippi law. It provides craft distilleries with similar privileges to native distilleries, including the ability to sell spirits directly to consumers at their production location and at one satellite tasting room within five miles of the main distillery. The bill also creates a new Class 5 manufacturer's permit for craft spirit producers, allows craft distilleries to have a craft spirit retailer's permit, and establishes a $300 per 1,000 gallons privilege tax for craft spirit production (not to exceed $3,000). Additionally, the bill makes numerous technical amendments to various sections of Mississippi law to incorporate craft spirits alongside existing provisions for native spirits, ensuring that craft distilleries are subject to similar regulatory requirements and can operate with comparable freedoms as native distilleries. The changes aim to support local spirit production and provide more opportunities for Mississippi distilleries to sell their products directly to consumers.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 67-11-1, 67-11-3, 67-11-5, 67-11-7, 67-11-9 And 67-11-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Rename The "mississippi Native Spirit Law" As The "mississippi Native And Craft Spirits Law"; To Define The Terms "craft Distillery" And "craft Spirit" And To Revise The Definition Of The Term "produce"; To Legalize The Manufacture And Sale Of Craft Spirits, To Be Regulated In The Same Manner As Native Wine And Native Spirits; To Revise And Provide Certain Provisions Regarding Sales Made By Native Distilleries And Craft Distilleries; To Authorize Native Distilleries And Craft Distilleries To Have One Permanent Satellite Tasting Room Sales Location In Any Other Location In The State That Otherwise Allows The Sale Of Alcoholic Beverages; To Amend Sections 67-1-5, 67-1-7, 67-1-13, 67-1-37, 67-1-41, 67-1-45, 67-1-73, 27-4-3, 27-71-5, 27-71-21, 27-77-1 And 27-77-17, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Foregoing Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 67-1-51, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Foregoing Provisions Of This Act; To Revise Certain Provisions Regarding Certain Permits And Distance Restrictions And To Revise Certain Provisions Regarding Holders Of Certain Permits Within Leisure And Recreation Districts Under The Local Option Alcoholic Beverage Control Law; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Josh Hawkins (R)*, Manly Barton (R)*, Lester Carpenter (R)*, Clay Deweese (R)*, Zachary Grady (R)*, Rodney Hall (R)*, W.I. Harris (R)*, Jeffrey Hulum (D)*, Justin Keen (R)*, Jonathan McMillan (R)*, Brent Powell (R)*, Shanda Yates (I)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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UT bill #HB0379 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Population Data Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates population data estimation and reporting processes across various Utah state statutes. The bill introduces a new method for determining population estimates by creating an "adjusted sub-county population estimate" that combines estimates from the Utah Population Committee with census data. Specifically, the bill mandates that when population figures are needed for various governmental purposes, state entities should first use estimates from the Utah Population Committee, and if those are unavailable, use the adjusted sub-county population estimate. The Utah Population Committee is given expanded duties, including preparing annual population estimates, reviewing census methodologies, and providing sub-county population estimates to state agencies. The bill affects multiple areas of state law, including tax distribution, road funding, jury service limitations, and local government classification. The changes aim to provide more accurate and flexible population data for state and local government decision-making, with a preference for using local population estimates over federal census data. The bill will take effect on May 7, 2025, with some sections specifically taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses population data.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Gricius (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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MS bill #SB2869 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Mississippi Native Spirit Law; revise to include craft spirits.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends Mississippi's Native Spirit Law to include craft spirits, creating a new category of locally produced alcoholic beverages with similar regulatory and tax provisions as native spirits. Specifically, the bill defines "craft spirit" as an alcoholic beverage produced, at least in part, in Mississippi by a distillery created under Mississippi law. It amends multiple sections of the Mississippi Code to add craft spirits alongside native spirits, including creating a new manufacturer's permit class for craft spirit producers, establishing a craft spirit retailer's permit, and allowing craft distilleries to have sales locations similar to native distilleries. The bill introduces provisions that enable craft spirit producers to sell their products directly to consumers at their distillery or at nearby tasting rooms, with one additional satellite tasting room location permitted statewide. The legislation also updates various tax and licensing requirements to incorporate craft spirits, such as adding a $300 per 1,000 gallons privilege license tax for craft spirit manufacturers. The changes aim to support and regulate a new category of local spirits production in Mississippi, providing craft distilleries with similar operational freedoms currently enjoyed by native spirit producers. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving businesses and regulators time to prepare for the new classification.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 67-11-1, 67-11-3, 67-11-5, 67-11-7, 67-11-9, 67-11-11, 67-1-5, 67-1-13, 67-1-37, 67-1-41, 67-1-45, 67-1-73, 27-4-3, 27-71-21, 27-77-1 And 27-77-17, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Add Craft Spirits To Mississippi Native Spirit Laws; To Amend Sections 67-1-51 And 27-71-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Amend Permitting Requirements To Conform; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Robin Robinson (R)*, Sarita Simmons (D)*, Nicole Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Decline to Concur/Invite Conf
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MS bill #SB2248 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Fresh Start Act; revise.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill revises the Fresh Start Act, which aims to reform how licensing authorities handle criminal records when evaluating professional licensing applications. The bill makes several key changes: first, it defines a new term "disqualifying crime" and replaces references to felonies and crimes involving moral turpitude with this new term. Second, it requires licensing boards to consider specific factors when evaluating an applicant's criminal record, including the nature of the crime, time since the crime occurred, and evidence of rehabilitation. The bill mandates that licensing authorities cannot use vague terms like "moral character" when evaluating applications and must focus on whether a criminal record directly relates to the specific occupation's duties. The legislation applies to numerous professional licensing boards across various fields, including healthcare, education, legal, and trade professions. The bill also provides a mechanism for individuals with criminal records to petition for review and potentially obtain a license, emphasizing rehabilitation and individual circumstances. Importantly, the bill does not apply to certain specialized professions like attorneys, nurses under specific compact provisions, and some healthcare-related certifications. The changes aim to reduce barriers to professional licensure for individuals with criminal records while maintaining public safety standards by allowing individualized assessment of an applicant's background.
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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, 73-3-339, 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, 73-6-13, 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, 73-69-7, 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, 73-6-19, 73-7-27, 73-17-15, 73-23-59, 73-30-21, 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: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Daniel Sparks (R)*, David Blount (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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CA bill #AB1339 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Department of Insurance: housing insurance study.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the California Department of Insurance to conduct a comprehensive study on property, liability, and builders' risk insurance coverage available to affordable housing entities that receive grants, loans, or tax credits from specific state agencies. The study will examine insurance challenges faced by these entities, including limited coverage availability, rising premiums and deductibles, and potential discriminatory practices. The department must consult with various stakeholders such as insurers, nonprofit insurance providers, and risk-sharing pools to collect data over the previous five years, including policy details, renewal reasons, claims activity, and premium amounts. Notably, the study will analyze whether insurers consider factors like residents' income levels or housing assistance status when offering policies or setting rates. By December 31, 2026, the department must submit a report to legislative committees with recommendations for addressing insurance coverage cost and access challenges for affordable housing providers. The bill highlights the ongoing insurance crisis in the property sector, where rates have increased for 27 consecutive quarters, and emphasizes how these challenges particularly impact affordable housing entities' ability to maintain fiscally stable housing for low-income households. The provisions of this bill will automatically expire on January 1, 2027, and implementation is contingent upon legislative funding.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 13850) of Division 3 of the Insurance Code, relating to insurance.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Mark González (D)*, Corey Jackson (D), Ash Kalra (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on INS.
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UT bill #HB0283 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Child and Family Services Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses multiple aspects of child and family services, focusing primarily on foster care regulations, child placement procedures, and policies related to children's gender identity and sexual orientation. The bill makes several key modifications to existing Utah law. It introduces new limits on foster child bedroom sharing, specifying that foster children of opposite biological sexes cannot share a bedroom except under specific circumstances, such as when children are under two years old or are relatives. Additionally, the bill adds provisions preventing the Division of Child and Family Services from withholding information about a child's gender identity or sexual orientation from parents or guardians, and prohibits the division from initiating hormonal or surgical treatments related to gender identity without parental consent. The legislation also updates various definitions in child welfare statutes, including adding definitions for terms like "gender identity" and establishing guidelines for how child welfare agencies should handle situations involving a child's gender identity or sexual orientation. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions preventing discrimination against parents based on their views or reactions to a child's gender identity or sexual orientation, ensuring that such factors cannot be the sole basis for removing a child from a home or denying parental rights. The bill aims to balance child protection, parental rights, and sensitivity to individual identity, with an effective date of May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses child and family services, such as child placement, custody, and records.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Gricius (R)*, Wayne Harper (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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UT bill #HB0459 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Appropriations Subcommittee Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates the names of various appropriations subcommittees throughout Utah state law, primarily changing "Infrastructure and General Government" to "Transportation and Infrastructure" and removing "Executive Offices and" from some committee names. The bill also makes several other technical corrections and adjustments to reporting requirements across multiple sections of Utah state code. The changes affect reporting requirements for various state agencies, boards, and departments, updating the names of the subcommittees to which they must report. These modifications appear to be primarily administrative in nature, ensuring consistency in committee nomenclature and maintaining existing reporting structures with updated committee names. The bill takes effect on May 7, 2025, and includes a coordinating provision to resolve potential conflicts with another bill related to outdoor recreation.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill updates the names of certain appropriations subcommittees.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Val Peterson (R)*, Jerry Stevenson (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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CT bill #SB01226 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An Act Establishing An Exemption From Disclosure For Certain Higher Education Records Pertaining To Teaching Or Research Under The Freedom Of Information Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to create a new exemption for certain academic records maintained by public higher education institutions. Specifically, the bill will allow public colleges and universities to keep confidential records related to teaching or research in various scholarly fields, including medical, artistic, scientific, legal, and other academic disciplines. This exemption would apply to records created by faculty or staff and would cover materials from academic departments and legal clinics or research centers. Importantly, the bill explicitly excludes financial records from this confidentiality protection, meaning that financial documents would still be subject to public disclosure. The new exemption would go into effect on July 1, 2025, and is designed to protect the proprietary and potentially sensitive nature of academic research and teaching materials while maintaining transparency in financial matters. By creating this exemption, the bill aims to provide academic institutions with greater ability to protect intellectual work and sensitive research processes from public disclosure requirements.
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Bill Summary: To amend the Freedom of Information Act to exempt certain proprietary records held by a public institution of higher education pertaining to teaching or research from disclosure.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/18/25 5:00 PM
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TX bill #HB4998 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to the inclusion of independent organizations established to manage power regions as governmental bodies for purposes of the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Texas state law to expand the definition of "governmental body" under the public information law (also known as the open records or transparency law) to include independent organizations established to manage power regions. Specifically, the bill adds these independent organizations, which are certified under Section 39.151 of the Utilities Code, to the list of entities subject to public information disclosure requirements. The bill also ensures that any confidentiality provisions that apply to the Public Utility Commission will also apply to these independent organizations. Additionally, the bill specifies that these changes will only affect public information requests received on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025. The purpose of this legislation appears to be increasing transparency by bringing these power region management organizations under the same public information access rules as other governmental bodies, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality protections.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the inclusion of independent organizations established to manage power regions as governmental bodies for purposes of the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Reynolds (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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UT bill #HB0312 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Criminal Justice Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several comprehensive amendments to Utah's criminal justice system, addressing areas such as jail operations, probation and parole, syringe exchange programs, federal officer law enforcement authority, inmate contracting, and pretrial release procedures. Key provisions include modifying sheriff authority to release inmates due to jail overcrowding with specific restrictions for individuals arrested for violent crimes, drug offenses, or with recent jail bookings; establishing probation standards for county sheriffs; prohibiting state funds for syringe exchange programs while allowing municipal, county, or federal funds; creating an Adult Probation and Parole Employment Incentive Program to track and improve employment outcomes for probationers and parolees; expanding definitions of habitual offenders; and revising pretrial release procedures to give magistrates and judges more flexibility in determining release conditions while considering individual circumstances. The bill also makes technical changes to how state daily incarceration rates are calculated and repeals certain existing sections of law. Most provisions are set to take effect on September 1, 2025, with some specific sections taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies statutory provisions related to criminal justice.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Karianne Lisonbee (R)*, Brady Brammer (R), Tyler Clancy (R), Jefferson Moss (R)
• Versions: 9 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 45
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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CT bill #SB01233 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An Act Exempting The Name And Address Of An Individual Reporting An Allegation Involving Bigotry Or Bias And Of The Alleged Offender From Disclosure Under The Freedom Of Information Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Connecticut's Freedom of Information Act to create a new exemption that protects the names and addresses of individuals reporting incidents of bigotry or bias, as well as the names and addresses of the alleged offenders in such reports. Specifically, the exemption covers reports made to law enforcement agencies or to a University of Connecticut database about incidents involving allegations of discrimination based on race, religion, ethnicity, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression. The protected reports can relate to various specific state statutes concerning harassment, intimidation, or discriminatory actions. The exemption aims to encourage reporting of bias-related incidents by providing anonymity to both the person reporting the incident and the alleged offender. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, and is designed to create a safe and confidential mechanism for documenting potential discriminatory behavior without fear of personal information being publicly disclosed through freedom of information requests.
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Bill Summary: To establish an exemption for the name and address of an individual reporting certain allegations involving bigotry or bias and of the alleged offender from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/18/25 5:00 PM
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CT bill #SB01229 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An Act Concerning Fees For Copying, Reviewing And Redacting Records Created By Police Body-worn Recording Equipment And Dashboard Cameras.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for charging fees related to redacting records created by police body-worn cameras and dashboard cameras. The legislation allows public agencies to charge a fee for redacting records that contain portions not authorized for public disclosure, with specific guidelines to protect transparency and fairness. The bill defines key terms such as "involved person" and "requesting party" and sets clear rules for fee calculation, including that the first four hours of redaction labor are free and subsequent hours can be charged at the hourly wage of the lowest-paid employee with appropriate training. Importantly, the bill waives fees for certain parties, including involved persons, their parents or guardians, and attorneys representing involved persons. The fee is capped at $100 per hour and cannot exceed the actual length of the recorded incident. The legislation also ensures that agencies must maintain an original, unredacted copy of any record and can be ordered to refund fees if found in violation by the Freedom of Information Commission. These provisions aim to balance the public's right to access information with the need to protect individual privacy and the administrative costs of preparing records for disclosure.
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Bill Summary: To authorize a public agency to charge a redaction fee for the disclosure of a record created by police body-worn equipment or dashboard cameras that contains portions not authorized to be disclosed under state or federal law.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/18/25 5:00 PM
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TX bill #HB4895 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's regulations regarding vessel and outboard motor certificates of title, number, and ownership. The bill introduces several key changes, including reducing the timeframe for transferring vessel ownership from 45 to 20 days, expanding definitions related to vessels and ownership, creating new provisions for electronic certificates of title, and establishing detailed rules for recording security interests and transfers of ownership. The bill adds new definitions for terms like "hull damaged," "certificate of origin," and "electronic" and creates a more robust framework for tracking vessel ownership, including provisions for handling lost, stolen, or damaged certificates. It also establishes criminal penalties for intentionally failing to disclose hull damage when transferring a vessel and provides detailed guidelines for how security interests are perfected, transferred, and terminated. The changes aim to modernize the state's vessel registration system, improve record-keeping, and provide more clarity and protection for vessel owners, dealers, and financial institutions involved in vessel transactions. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2028, and will apply to new vessel transactions and certificates of title from that date forward.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cody Vasut (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB4952 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code by adding a new section that establishes confidentiality protections for governmental fraud detection and deterrence information. Specifically, the bill creates a new exception to public information disclosure requirements, making information related to fraud prevention and investigation confidential and exempt from mandatory public disclosure. The bill defines fraud detection information broadly, including risk assessments, reports, data, protocols, technology specifications, manuals, investigative materials, and communications that could potentially reveal a governmental body's methods for preventing, investigating, or evaluating fraud. This means that government agencies can keep sensitive information about their fraud detection strategies and processes private, which could help protect the effectiveness of their anti-fraud efforts by preventing potential fraudsters from understanding their investigative techniques. The new provision will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving government agencies time to prepare for the new confidentiality standards.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brooks Landgraf (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB4854 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to disclosure under the public information law of information obtained by the comptroller in connection with a school district property value study.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Government Code to expand the ability of property owners and appraisal districts to access confidential information collected by the Texas Comptroller during school district property value studies. Previously, only property owners or their agents could request such information when protesting a property valuation. The bill now allows appraisal districts to request confidential information about property value studies at any time. Additionally, the bill explicitly permits appraisal districts to use this confidential information as evidence in various legal proceedings related to property taxation, such as appeals, protests, and motions involving tax assessments. The confidential information remains protected, meaning it cannot be disclosed to unauthorized individuals. The changes will apply to information requests received on or after the bill's effective date, which will be immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the necessary immediate approval vote.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to disclosure under the public information law of information obtained by the comptroller in connection with a school district property value study.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Erin Gámez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/14/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB4873 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to comprehensive reforms of the firefighters' relief and retirement fund for certain municipalities, primarily focusing on cities with populations between 950,000 and 1,050,000 residents. The bill introduces significant changes to the fund's governance, membership structure, contributions, and benefits by creating two distinct member groups: Group A (current firefighters and retirees as of December 31, 2025) and Group B (firefighters hired on or after January 1, 2026). Key provisions include modifying the board of trustees' composition by adding a public member, establishing a new risk-sharing valuation process for municipal contributions, adjusting service retirement and disability benefits, creating a structured approach for cost-of-living adjustments, and implementing different contribution and interest crediting rules for Group A and Group B members. The bill aims to improve the fund's long-term financial sustainability by introducing more flexible contribution mechanisms, providing clearer governance rules, and establishing a systematic approach to managing the fund's actuarial and financial challenges. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, with some provisions specifically applying to different time periods and member groups.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the administration of, contributions to, and benefits under retirement systems for firefighters in certain municipalities.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ellen Troxclair (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB4987 • Last Action 03/13/2025
Relating to an alternative dispute resolution procedure regarding certain matters under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a new alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedure for public information requests under the Texas Public Information Law. The bill allows a requestor who disagrees with a governmental body's response to a public information request to initiate an ADR process within 180 days of the original request. The requestor must submit a written notice to the governmental body describing the original request, the date it was submitted, and the desired remedies. The governmental body is required to participate in the ADR, which must follow the guidelines in Chapter 154 of the Civil Practice and Remedies Code. The parties can mutually agree to share the costs of an impartial third party to conduct the procedure, and if they cannot agree, the State Office of Administrative Hearings will conduct the procedure at no cost. The bill emphasizes that this ADR process does not affect existing deadlines or prevent the requestor from clarifying, withdrawing, or submitting additional information requests. The State Office of Administrative Hearings is tasked with adopting rules to implement this new procedure. The law will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to public information requests received on or after January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to an alternative dispute resolution procedure regarding certain matters under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/13/2025
• Added: 03/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Terry Canales (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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VT bill #H0093 • Last Action 03/13/2025
An act relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of veterans in Vermont
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs to create and maintain a comprehensive database of veterans residing in Vermont. The Director of the Office of Veterans Affairs will collaborate with various state agencies and departments to collect veteran information, with all agencies obligated to provide veteran data to the extent permitted by state and federal law. A critical aspect of the bill is that any personally identifying information collected for the database will be completely exempt from public records disclosure and will be kept strictly confidential. The bill specifically notes that this confidentiality exemption will remain in effect and cannot be automatically repealed through standard sunset provisions. The database aims to centralize veteran information while protecting individual veterans' privacy, and the provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025. By ensuring data confidentiality, the bill seeks to encourage veterans to participate in the database without fear of their personal information being publicly disclosed.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require the Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs to develop and maintain a database of veterans in Vermont with any information that is collected to be exempt from public inspection and copying.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 26 : Bob Hooper (D)*, Sarita Austin (D), Tiff Bluemle (D), Lucy Boyden (D), Carolyn Branagan (R), Gregory Burtt (R), Bill Canfield (R), Conor Casey (D), Voranus Coffin (R), Wendy Critchlow (D), Abbey Duke (D), William Greer (D), Lisa Hango (R), James Harrison (R), Mark Higley (R), Mary Howard (D), Eric Maguire (R), Kate McCann (D), Mike Morgan (R), Mary Morrissey (R), Mike Mrowicki (D), Todd Nielsen (R), Carol Ode (D), Woody Page (R), Sandra Pinsonault (R), Larry Satcowitz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/23/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs Hearing (00:00:00 3/13/2025 )
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AR bill #HB1252 • Last Action 03/13/2025
To Establish The Certified Community-based Doula Certification Act; And To Certify Birth And Postpartum Doulas In This State To Improve Maternal And Infant Outcomes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Certified Community-based Doula Certification Act in Arkansas, creating a comprehensive framework for certifying and regulating doulas who provide non-clinical support to women before, during, and after pregnancy. The legislation requires the Department of Health to issue two-year certifications to doulas who are at least 18 years old and have obtained certification from a designated doula certification organization, with an initial application fee of $50. To maintain certification, doulas must complete 10 hours of professional development training and pay a renewal fee. The bill defines the scope of practice for certified community-based doulas, which includes childbirth education, healthcare system navigation, patient advocacy, community resource connections, and continuous emotional and physical support. The legislation mandates that doulas' services be compensable through Arkansas Medicaid and health benefit plans, covering specific services such as four prenatal visits, two postpartum visits, up to 14 hours of hospital delivery support, and up to 50 hours of postpartum support over 16 weeks. The Department of Health will create and maintain a public registry of certified doulas and has the authority to suspend or revoke certifications for various ethical or procedural violations. The bill also emphasizes patient data confidentiality and requires the Department of Human Services to establish Medicaid reimbursement rules by December 31, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH THE CERTIFIED COMMUNITY-BASED DOULA CERTIFICATION ACT; TO CERTIFY BIRTH AND POSTPARTUM DOULAS IN THIS STATE TO IMPROVE MATERNAL AND INFANT OUTCOMES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 1 : Lee Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: House Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee (10:00:00 3/13/2025 Room 130)
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TX bill #HB1686 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature and to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several important protections and procedural changes for victims of sexual offenses and human trafficking. The bill amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to enhance the confidentiality of evidence and information related to sexual offenses, including forensic medical examination materials and visual recordings. It establishes new provisions that prevent public dissemination of sensitive evidence, such as visual images or recordings from forensic examinations, and requires courts to place such materials under seal. The bill expands the ability of victims to use pseudonyms in public records and legal proceedings, protecting their identity and personal information. Additionally, it creates new procedures for defendants seeking access to confidential or privileged communications and records related to sexual offenses, requiring specific motions and court review to ensure only truly exculpatory evidence is disclosed. The bill also prohibits electronic transmission or broadcasting of court proceedings involving sexual offenses without explicit consent from the victim, prosecutor, and defendant. Furthermore, it adds an exception to public information disclosure rules, allowing prosecutors, law enforcement, and corrections agencies to redact certain electronic information obtained during investigations of sexual offenses. These changes aim to protect victims' privacy, prevent further trauma, and provide more comprehensive legal protections in cases involving sexual crimes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature and to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/21/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lacey Hull (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/20/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
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IL bill #HB1067 • Last Action 03/12/2025
VOID THE FOID
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card Act and makes numerous corresponding technical amendments across multiple Illinois state laws. The bill systematically removes references to the FOID Card throughout various statutes, particularly in areas related to firearms, law enforcement, and criminal procedures. These changes effectively eliminate the requirement for a FOID Card while maintaining existing prohibitions on firearm possession for certain individuals. Key changes include updating definitions of "firearm" and "firearm ammunition" in multiple laws, removing FOID Card requirements from provisions related to firearm purchases, transfers, and possession, and modifying references to firearm-related restrictions. The bill ensures that existing prohibitions on firearm possession for individuals with certain criminal histories, mental health conditions, or other disqualifying factors remain in place, just without the specific FOID Card mechanism. The amendments touch on a wide range of areas, including: - Criminal procedures - Law enforcement operations - Domestic violence protections - Mental health reporting - Firearm sales and transfers - School safety regulations - Probation and conditional discharge conditions Throughout the bill, the term "Firearm Owner's Identification Card" is systematically replaced with more general language about firearm possession eligibility under state and federal law. The goal appears to be simplifying firearm regulations while maintaining existing safeguards against firearm possession by prohibited individuals.
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Bill Summary: Repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Amends various Acts to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : John Cabello (R)*, C.D. Davidsmeyer (R), Tony McCombie (R), Jeff Keicher (R), Mike Coffey (R), Charlie Meier (R), Jason Bunting (R), Travis Weaver (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver
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CT bill #HB07066 • Last Action 03/12/2025
An Act Concerning Interactions Between School Personnel And Immigration Authorities, The Purchase And Operation Of Certain Drones, Grants To Certain Nonprofit Organizations, And Student Athlete Compensation Through Endorsement Contracts And Revenue Sharing Agreements.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses multiple distinct areas of policy, including school interactions with immigration authorities, drone usage, grants to nonprofit organizations, and student athlete compensation. First, it requires each school district, charter school, and educational service center to designate an administrator responsible for interacting with federal immigration authorities, with specific protocols for handling such interactions, such as requesting identification and verifying warrants. Second, the bill restricts state agencies and municipalities from purchasing or operating small unmanned aircraft systems (drones) manufactured by certain foreign entities, particularly those from China and Russia, with some exceptions for exigent circumstances or specific investigations. Third, the bill appropriates funds to various nonprofit organizations, including immigrant support groups and LGBTQ+ community centers. Finally, the bill expands rules for student athletes, allowing them to earn compensation through endorsement contracts and revenue sharing agreements with their educational institutions, while establishing guidelines to prevent conflicts of interest and maintain academic priorities. The legislation aims to provide clarity and protection in areas related to immigration, technology, community support, and collegiate athletics.
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Bill Summary: An Act Concerning Interactions Between School Personnel And Immigration Authorities, The Purchase And Operation Of Certain Drones, Grants To Certain Nonprofit Organizations, And Student Athlete Compensation Through Endorsement Contracts And Revenue Sharing Agreements.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Matthew Ritter (D)*, Martin Looney (D)*, Jason Rojas (D)*, Bob Duff (D)*, Hubert Delany (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Public Act 25-1
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AR bill #HB1466 • Last Action 03/12/2025
To Amend The Fair Mortgage Lending Act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Fair Mortgage Lending Act to introduce comprehensive new provisions for mortgage lending regulation in Arkansas, with a particular focus on covered institution servicers (large mortgage servicing companies operating in multiple states). The bill significantly expands definitions, adds new financial and operational requirements, and establishes detailed standards for information security, corporate governance, and risk management. Key provisions include requiring mortgage servicers to maintain specific net worth levels, implement robust corporate governance frameworks, develop comprehensive information security programs, and conduct regular risk assessments. The bill introduces new requirements for external audits, board oversight, and mandatory reporting of security events, with specific provisions for protecting customer information. Notably, the legislation mandates that covered institution servicers meet federal housing finance agency standards, maintain adequate liquidity, establish internal control mechanisms, and develop detailed incident response plans. The bill also updates definitions, expands regulatory oversight, and introduces more stringent requirements for licensing and ongoing compliance for mortgage-related financial institutions, with a strong emphasis on protecting consumer information and ensuring the financial stability of mortgage servicers.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FAIR MORTGAGE LENDING ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Brandon Achor (R)*, Justin Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1466 is now Act 262
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AK bill #SB128 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Create Department Of Agriculture
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new Department of Agriculture in Alaska by transferring agricultural-related functions from the Department of Natural Resources. The bill comprehensively amends numerous existing statutes to replace references to the Department of Natural Resources with the new Department of Agriculture. Key provisions include defining the department's duties, which encompass promoting agricultural development, conducting agricultural research, controlling plant pests, providing information and assistance to farmers, managing agricultural land sales, and overseeing programs like industrial hemp and community seed libraries. The bill outlines the commissioner of agriculture's powers, which include conducting land surveys, providing technical guidance to settlers, developing soil conservation plans, and creating soil and water conservation districts. The transition provisions ensure that existing employees, ongoing legal proceedings, contracts, licenses, and regulatory instruments will seamlessly transfer to the new department. The new Department of Agriculture will be officially established on July 1, 2025, and will be responsible for administering state programs related to agriculture, soil conservation, and agricultural land development, with a focus on supporting and expanding Alaska's agricultural industry.
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Bill Summary: An Act establishing the Department of Agriculture; relating to the establishment of the Department of Agriculture; transferring functions of the Department of Natural Resources related to agriculture to the Department of Agriculture; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 34th Legislature
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO RESOURCES
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TX bill #HB4482 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Relating to corrective action plans for certain emissions events.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new procedures for local air pollution control programs to be notified and provide input when a facility experiences an excessive emissions event in their jurisdiction. Specifically, when the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requires a facility to take corrective action for an excessive emissions event, the commission must immediately notify the local air pollution control program in that jurisdiction. When a corrective action plan is filed, the local program will have at least 30 days to review and comment on the plan, and the TCEQ cannot approve the plan before that review period expires. The bill protects the confidentiality of comments submitted by local air pollution control programs by exempting them from public disclosure requirements. The new regulations will apply only to excessive emissions events occurring on or after the bill's effective date, which will be either immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature or September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the immediate voting threshold. An "excessive emissions event" is defined elsewhere in Texas law as an unplanned release of air contaminants that exceeds permitted levels.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to corrective action plans for certain emissions events.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Armando Walle (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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TX bill #HB4565 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Relating to access to certain law enforcement, corrections, prosecutorial, and civil enforcement records under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Government Code's provisions regarding public access to law enforcement, prosecutorial, and civil enforcement records. Specifically, the bill expands the existing law to include civil enforcement information alongside law enforcement and prosecutorial information, and broadens the scope of protected information. The bill allows law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and the attorney general to withhold information if its release would interfere with detecting, investigating, or prosecuting a crime or other violation of law. The protected information now includes records related to investigations that did not result in conviction, threats against peace or detention officers, and legal documents prepared by state attorneys in anticipation of criminal or civil enforcement litigation. These changes protect the mental impressions and legal reasoning of attorneys representing the state. The bill will apply only to information requests received on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring that the new provisions do not retroactively affect previous requests. The modification aims to provide greater discretion to law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies in protecting sensitive investigative and legal documents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to access to certain law enforcement, corrections, prosecutorial, and civil enforcement records under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Pat Curry (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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NY bill #S06378 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Relates to use of public funds for prevailing wage requirements applicable to construction projects performed under private contract.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies New York's prevailing wage requirements for construction projects, lowering the public funding threshold from 30% to 20% of total project costs (over $5 million) and establishing additional criteria for coverage. The legislation defines "public funds" broadly, including direct payments, reduced fees, tax credits, and loan savings, while also specifying certain exemptions like specific tax benefits and small residential projects. The bill requires project owners to certify their compliance with prevailing wage rules, maintain payroll records for six years, and submit documentation to the state department detailing public funds received. Notably, the legislation mandates that public entities provide certification of funds and estimated future value, with the state department authorized to calculate and verify these amounts. The bill also emphasizes diversity and inclusion by requiring reporting on minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses' participation in covered projects. Additionally, the bill repeals section 224-c of the labor law, which previously established a public subsidy board, effectively streamlining the oversight process for prevailing wage requirements in construction projects receiving public funds.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the labor law, in relation to prevailing wage requirements applicable to construction projects performed under private contract; and to repeal section 224-c of the labor law, in relation to eliminating the public subsidiary board
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Jessica Ramos (D)*, Pete Harckham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO LABOR
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TX bill #HB1678 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Relating to the collection and disclosure of certain public information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to Texas laws regarding public information disclosure and records. First, it clarifies that body-worn camera recordings include audio, video, and audiovisual recordings, and expands the terminology used to describe such recordings. The bill modifies the Government Code to provide more specificity around confidential information exceptions, explicitly stating that certain legal privileges (such as attorney-client and work product privileges) do not automatically exempt information from disclosure. It requires governmental bodies to promptly release "basic information" about arrests and crimes, unless another legal provision allows withholding. The bill also strengthens transparency by presuming information is publicly disclosable if a governmental body fails to follow proper procedures for requesting an attorney general decision about its release, and specifies that certain statutory exceptions do not constitute compelling reasons for withholding information. Additionally, the bill makes a technical change to how county clerks charge fees for record copies and repeals a section of the Government Code related to fee calculations. These changes will apply to public information requests received on or after September 1, 2025, and are intended to make government information more accessible while still protecting certain sensitive details.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the collection and disclosure of certain public information.
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• Introduced: 12/19/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Terry Canales (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/19/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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CT bill #SB00973 • Last Action 03/12/2025
An Act Permitting Redaction Fees For The Disclosure Of Records Created By Police Body-worn Recording Equipment Or Dashboard Cameras Under The Freedom Of Information Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill permits public agencies to charge a fee for redacting records created by police body-worn cameras or dashboard cameras before releasing them under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Specifically, the bill allows agencies to charge for labor costs associated with redaction, with the first four hours of work being free. The fee is limited to $100 per hour and can only be based on the actual hourly wage of the lowest-paid employee qualified to do the redaction. The bill includes several important exemptions: no fee can be charged to involved persons (such as individuals in the video), their parents/guardians, or attorneys representing them, and no fee can be charged for records involving police shootings, accidents, use of force incidents, or potential police misconduct. If a requesting party is charged more than the actual redaction costs, the agency must reimburse the difference. The bill also requires agencies to maintain an original, unredacted copy of the record and provides that the Freedom of Information Commission can order refunds if an agency improperly charges fees. This legislation aims to balance transparency with the significant administrative work required to protect privacy when releasing sensitive police recordings.
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Bill Summary: To authorize a public agency to charge a fee for the redaction of certain records created by police body-worn recording equipment or dashboard cameras as authorized under state or federal law prior to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Government Oversight Committee, Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox (D), Jill Barry (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: File Number 77
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FL bill #H0231 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Pub. Rec./Medical Examiners
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to add medical examiners to the list of professionals whose personal identifying information is exempt from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill defines a "medical examiner" as any district, associate, or substitute medical examiner under Chapter 406, including their employees, deputies, or agents. The exemption covers home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current and former medical examiners, as well as the personal information of their spouses and children. The bill provides that this information will be protected from public records requests to safeguard the privacy and safety of medical examiners and their families, recognizing that public disclosure could potentially compromise their ability to perform their duties and expose them to personal security risks. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill includes a detailed explanation of the public necessity for this exemption, emphasizing the potential harm that could result from releasing such personal information and the importance of protecting these public servants and their families.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term "medical examiner"; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former medical examiners and the spouses and children of such medical examiners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kim Kendall (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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CT bill #HB06883 • Last Action 03/12/2025
An Act Protecting The Location Of Housing For Domestic Violence And Sexual Assault Victims.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill protects the confidentiality of housing locations for domestic violence and sexual assault victims by modifying existing Connecticut state law. Specifically, the bill prohibits public agencies from disclosing information that would reveal the location of shelters or transitional housing for domestic violence and sexual assault victims. The legislation expands an existing confidentiality provision that previously only covered domestic violence victim housing to now include sexual assault victim housing as well. Additionally, the bill mandates that any public agency meetings discussing such housing must be conducted in executive session, which means the meetings will be closed to the public to prevent potential exposure of sensitive location information. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aim to enhance the safety and privacy of vulnerable individuals by preventing the public disclosure of their housing locations. The bill also affects how certain government documents and meetings handle information related to victim housing, providing an extra layer of protection for those who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault.
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Bill Summary: To (1) prohibit the disclosure of the residential address of any United States Attorney for the district of Connecticut and any attorney employed by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection under the Freedom of Information Act, (2) expand the current exemption from disclosure under said act of the location of certain housing to include housing for sexual assault victims, and (3) require public agency meetings discussing such housing to be held in executive session.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 23 : Government Oversight Committee, Sarah Keitt (D), Eleni Kavros DeGraw (D), Hector Arzeno (D), Laurie Sweet (D), Lucy Dathan (D), William Heffernan (D), Aimee Berger-Girvalo (D), Mary Mushinsky (D), Greg Howard (R), Nicholas Menapace (D), Patrick Biggins (D), Josh Elliott (D), Michael DiGiovancarlo (D), Mary LaMark Muir (D), Ken Gucker (D), Anne Hughes (D), Gary Turco (D), Jane Garibay (D), Michael Quinn (D), Jill Barry (D), Steven Winter (D), Daniel Gaiewski (D), Eilish Collins Main (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: File Number 82
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IL bill #HB2292 • Last Action 03/12/2025
CRIMINAL LAW-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to Section 3-2-5 of the Unified Code of Corrections, which addresses the organizational structure of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice. The amendment primarily focuses on a minor linguistic change in subsection (a), removing a redundant "and" in the description of the Department of Corrections' leadership. The bill maintains the existing provisions that establish the Department of Corrections, led by a Director and Assistant Director appointed by the Governor, and the Department of Juvenile Justice, led by a Director, which is responsible for individuals under 18 years of age sentenced to imprisonment. The bill also preserves the existing requirement that juvenile offenders be kept separate from adult offenders. Additionally, the bill reaffirms the requirement for a gang intelligence unit within the Department, which is tasked with gathering information about inmate gang populations, monitoring gang activities, and developing policies to deter gang-related actions within correctional institutions. The unit's information remains confidential and can be shared with other law enforcement agencies under specific guidelines.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the organization of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 02/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate **
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AR bill #SB236 • Last Action 03/12/2025
To Amend The Insurance Holding Company Regulatory Act.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Insurance Holding Company Regulatory Act with several key provisions. The bill adds new definitions related to insurance holding company regulations, including "group capital calculation instructions" and "NAIC liquidity stress test framework" from the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). It expands the ways insurers can invest in subsidiaries, setting specific investment limits and conditions. The bill introduces new requirements for insurers, including an annual group capital calculation report that must be filed by the ultimate controlling person of an insurer, with certain exemptions for smaller or specialized insurance holding companies. Additionally, the bill mandates a liquidity stress test framework for insurers that meet specific scope criteria, requiring them to file test results with their lead state insurance commissioner. The bill also strengthens provisions around affiliate transactions, including new requirements for record-keeping, data control, and additional oversight of management agreements. Importantly, the bill provides more detailed confidentiality provisions for group capital calculations and liquidity stress test information, allowing their use in regulatory actions while protecting sensitive financial data. These changes aim to enhance financial oversight, transparency, and risk management in the insurance holding company system.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE INSURANCE HOLDING COMPANY REGULATORY ACT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Justin Boyd (R)*, Trey Steimel (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB236 is now Act 261
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CO bill #SB038 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Wildlife Damage Protection of Personal Information
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to protect the personal information of ranchers who file wildlife damage compensation claims, particularly those related to wolf depredation in Colorado. Specifically, the bill establishes that personal information such as names, phone numbers, addresses, and email addresses submitted during wildlife damage claims and site assessments will be confidential and not subject to disclosure under the Colorado Open Records Act. The legislation was motivated by ranchers' reluctance to participate in compensation programs due to fears of privacy invasion, with concerns that their personal information could be used by individuals or organizations to track them down, contact them directly, or intrude on their privacy. The bill does allow for the disclosure of non-identifying, aggregated data about claims, such as the number of claims made, settled, pending, or denied, at the county level. The confidentiality protections do not apply if the person or their representative voluntarily makes their personal information public. The bill is directly linked to Proposition 114 from 2020, which authorized the introduction of gray wolves in Colorado and mandated fair compensation for livestock losses, and Senate Bill 23-255, which created a dedicated compensation fund for such damages.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING PROTECTION OF THE PERSONAL INFORMATION OF PERSONS IMPACTED BY WILDLIFE DAMAGE.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 53 : Marc Catlin (R)*, Dylan Roberts (D)*, Julie McCluskie (D)*, Ty Winter (R)*, Jeff Bridges (D)*, Janice Marchman (D)*, Byron Pelton (R)*, Cleave Simpson (R)*, Matt Martinez (D)*, Karen McCormick (D)*, Judith Amabile (D), Mark Baisley (R), Scott Bright (R), John Carson (R), James Coleman (D), Lisa Cutter (D), Lindsey Daugherty (D), Tony Exum (D), Lisa Frizell (R), Nick Hinrichsen (D), Iman Jodeh (D), Cathy Kipp (D), Barbara Kirkmeyer (R), Chris Kolker (D), Larry Liston (R), Paul Lundeen (R), Dafna Michaelson Jenet (D), Kyle Mullica (D), Rod Pelton (R), Janice Rich (R), Robert Rodriguez (D), Marc Snyder (D), Michael Weissman (D), Faith Winter (D), Shannon Bird (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Brandi Bradley (R), Kyle Brown (D), Jarvis Caldwell (R), Monica Duran (D), Dusty Johnson (R), Junie Joseph (D), Rebecca Keltie (R), Sheila Lieder (D), Meghan Lukens (D), Tisha Mauro (D), Chris Richardson (R), Matt Soper (R), Larry Suckla (R), Rick Taggart (R), Brianna Titone (D), Alex Valdez (D), Ron Weinberg (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Sent to the Governor
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TX bill #HB675 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Relating to the imposition of charges by a governmental body for providing copies of public information under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas public information law by introducing two key provisions. First, governmental bodies are prohibited from charging fees for copies of election-related reports (specifically those filed under Subchapters C and D of Chapter 254 of the Election Code) if those reports are not already publicly available on the governmental body's website for the past three years. Second, the bill grants the attorney general expanded authority to cancel or reduce charges imposed by governmental bodies for public information requests if the body has either failed to maintain records according to standard practices or did not comply with public information laws. The bill will apply only to public information requests received on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, and aims to enhance transparency and reduce unnecessary costs associated with accessing public records, particularly election-related documents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the imposition of charges by a governmental body for providing copies of public information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cody Vasut (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Left pending in committee
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FL bill #S7018 • Last Action 03/12/2025
OGSR/Parental Consent Requirements Before Terminating a Pregnancy
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statute 390.01118 to permanently protect the confidentiality of information that could identify a minor seeking a judicial waiver of parental consent requirements before terminating a pregnancy. Currently, the law provides that information about such minors is confidential and exempt from public records requirements when held by courts or specific legal administrative offices. The bill removes the previously scheduled automatic repeal of this confidentiality provision under the Open Government Sunset Review Act, which was set to expire on October 2, 2025. By eliminating the sunset provision, the bill ensures that the privacy protections for minors seeking judicial waivers for abortion remain in place indefinitely. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, and is intended to maintain the existing legal protections that prevent the disclosure of identifying information for minors navigating the judicial waiver process for parental consent in abortion cases.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 390.01118, F.S., relating to an exemption from public records requirements for certain information that could identify a minor petitioning a court to waive parental consent requirements before terminating a pregnancy; deleting the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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NM bill #HB497 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Inspection Of Public Records Act Changes
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act by making several comprehensive changes to how public records are requested, accessed, and protected. The bill expands the list of exemptions from public records inspection, including protecting personal contact information, medical records, cybersecurity information, and various sensitive law enforcement records. It introduces new definitions for terms like "critical infrastructure" and "cybersecurity information" and establishes more detailed procedures for public records requests. The legislation increases the response time for public bodies from 15 to 21 business days, allows agencies to charge fees for locating and redacting records, and provides a more structured process for responding to and potentially denying records requests. The bill also clarifies that public bodies are not required to create new records, answer questions, or conduct research in response to public records requests. Additionally, it provides more specific protections for sensitive information related to law enforcement, victims, and critical infrastructure, while maintaining the fundamental principle of public access to government records.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; REVISING THE INSPECTION OF PUBLIC RECORDS ACT; PROVIDING EXEMPTIONS FROM INSPECTION; REVISING DEADLINES; DESIGNATING ADDITIONAL RECORDS AS LAW ENFORCEMENT RECORDS; PROVIDING ADDITIONAL DEFINITIONS; REVISING THE PROCEDURES FOR REQUESTING AND DENYING REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC RECORDS; REVISING PROVISIONS RELATED TO ENFORCEMENT.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cathrynn Brown (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: House Government, Elections and Indian Affairs Committee (08:30:00 3/12/2025 Room 305)
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NM bill #HB410 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Consumer Info & Data Protection Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Consumer Information and Data Protection Act, which creates comprehensive regulations for how businesses collect, process, and protect personal data in New Mexico. The bill defines key terms like personal data, sensitive data, and consumer rights, and establishes a framework requiring businesses (called "controllers") to obtain consumer consent before processing certain types of data, limit data collection to what is necessary, and provide clear privacy notices. Consumers gain specific rights, including the ability to access, correct, delete, and opt out of data processing for targeted advertising or sales. The law applies to businesses operating in New Mexico or targeting New Mexico residents, with several exemptions for entities like government agencies, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and nonprofit organizations. Controllers must implement reasonable data security practices, cannot discriminate against consumers who exercise their rights, and are prohibited from using "dark patterns" to manipulate consent. The Attorney General has exclusive enforcement authority, with the ability to issue investigative demands and impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, but the law does not create a private right of action for consumers to sue directly. Notably, the bill includes special protections for children's data and sensitive information like health data, requiring additional consent and limiting processing purposes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO DATA; ENACTING THE CONSUMER INFORMATION AND DATA PROTECTION ACT; PROVIDING PROCESSES FOR THE COLLECTION AND PROTECTION OF DATA; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING INVESTIGATIVE AUTHORITY; PROVIDING CIVIL PENALTIES.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Serrato (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: House HJC1 HB410 231855.1 Committee Amendment - House HJC1 HB410 231855.1 Committee Amendment
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IL bill #HB2293 • Last Action 03/12/2025
CRIMINAL LAW-TECH
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a technical amendment to the Unified Code of Corrections regarding the organizational structure of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice. The bill removes a redundant "and" in the section describing the Department of Corrections' leadership, which will now simply state that the department is administered by a Director and an Assistant Director appointed by the Governor. The bill maintains the existing provisions that define the responsibilities of both departments, including the Department of Corrections' oversight of adult offenders and the Department of Juvenile Justice's management of offenders under 18 years old. The bill also preserves the existing requirement that juvenile offenders be kept separate from adult offenders. Additionally, the bill confirms the existing provision for a gang intelligence unit within the Department, which is designed to gather information about inmate gang populations, monitor gang activities, and develop policies to deter gang-related actions within correctional institutions. The unit's information remains confidential and can be shared with other law enforcement agencies under specific rules established by the Department.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the organization of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 02/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate **
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FL bill #S1472 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Public Records/School Security Guards
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to create an exemption from public records requirements for information that would identify individuals certified as school security guards. Specifically, the bill prevents the Department of Law Enforcement, law enforcement agencies, school districts, and charter schools from disclosing details about who has been certified to serve as a school security guard. The exemption will remain in effect until October 2030, unless the Legislature votes to extend it. The bill includes a detailed statement of public necessity, arguing that revealing the identities of school security guards could compromise their safety and effectiveness, potentially undermining their ability to deter or respond to threats in schools. By keeping their certification status confidential, the bill aims to protect both the school security guards and the students they protect. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1470) during the same legislative session. Key legal terms in the bill reference Florida Statutes sections 119.07(1) and Article I, Section 24(a) of the State Constitution, which typically govern public records access.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 30.15, F.S.; providing that certain information relating to school security guards held by the Department of Law Enforcement, a law enforcement agency, a school district, or a charter school is exempt from public records requirements; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Burgess (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Now in Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education
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SC bill #S0126 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Law Enforcement Personal Privacy Protection and Judicial Personal Privacy Protection
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends South Carolina law to provide additional personal privacy protections for law enforcement officers and judges by expanding the definition of "personal contact information" and establishing procedures for restricting such information from publicly available government websites. The bill allows active or former law enforcement officers and judges to request that their personal contact information (including home addresses, phone numbers, and tax map numbers) be removed from online government databases and records. To do this, they must submit a designated form to the relevant government agency, provide a notarized affidavit verifying their employment status, and follow specific guidelines. The restrictions are not absolute and can be lifted in certain circumstances, such as for legal proceedings, specific disclosures, or when the individual changes their address. The bill also creates a mechanism for individuals to petition the court to ensure compliance and protects government employees from liability related to these personal contact information restrictions. Additionally, the bill directs the Office of Court Administration and the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy to collaborate on creating a standardized form for making these requests. The effective date of the law is delayed until January 1, 2026, giving agencies time to prepare for implementation.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 30-2-500, Relating To Definitions, So As To Include Additional Information In The Definition Of "personal Contact Information" And To Define "disclosed Records"; By Amending Section 30-2-510, Relating To Option For Law Enforcement Officers To Make Personal Contact Information Confidential; Exceptions; Procedures, So As To Restrict Personal Contact Information In A Disclosed Record From A Publicly Available Internet Website Maintained By Or Operated On Behalf Of A State Or Local Government And To Require That The Personal Contact Information Restricted From Disclosed Records Under This Section Must Remain Within The Official Record Held Or Maintained By A State Or Local Government Agency, And To Allow Disclosure To Certain Individuals Or Entities; By Adding Section 30-2-515 So As To Provide For A Petition To Court For Compliance With The Article And To Prevent Liability From Accruing To A State Or Local Government Employee Or The Employee's Agents; By Amending Section 30-2-700, Relating To Definitions, So As To Include Additional Information In The Definition Of "personal Contact Information" And To Define "disclosed Records"; By Amending Section 30-2-710, Relating To Option For Judges To Make Personal Contact Information Confidential; Exceptions; Procedures, So As To Restrict Personal Contact Information In A Disclosed Record From A Publicly Available Internet Website Maintained By Or Operated On Behalf Of A State Or Local Government And To Require That The Personal Contact Information Restricted From Disclosed Records Under This Section Must Remain Within The Official Record Held Or Maintained By A State Or Local Government Agency, And To Allow Disclosure To Certain Individuals Or Entities; By Adding Section 30-2-715 So As To Provide For A Petition To Court For Compliance With The Article And To Prevent Liability From Accruing To A State Or Local Government Employee Or The Employee's Agents; To Direct The Office Of Court Administration And The South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy To Collaborate In The Creation Of The Designated Form For A Law Enforcement Officer And For A Judge To Use To Request The Restriction Of Personal Contact Information In Disclosed Records; And To Make Conforming Changes.
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• Introduced: 12/11/2024
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: Committee report: Favorable Judiciary
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FL bill #S1618 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Prekindergarten Through Grade 12 Education
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively addresses multiple aspects of Florida's prekindergarten through grade 12 education system, with several key provisions. The bill removes all references to the Florida School for Competitive Academics from various statutes, effectively eliminating this educational entity. It introduces new restrictions on educational expenditures, prohibiting public schools, charter schools, and related organizations from spending funds on organizations that discriminate or on programs that engage in certain types of political or social activism. The bill also updates requirements for reading instruction, mandating that intensive reading interventions must be delivered by instructionally qualified personnel and incorporating evidence-based strategies. Additionally, the bill expands financial literacy education requirements for high school students, now including information about postsecondary education costs, and modifies educator certification standards by allowing alternative pathways for demonstrating subject area and professional competence, such as through certifications from the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence. The bill also makes changes to various scholarship programs, tutoring initiatives, and school recognition awards, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025, reflecting a comprehensive approach to refining Florida's educational policies and practices.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to prekindergarten through grade 12 education; amending s. 11.45, F.S.; removing the Florida School for Competitive Academics from audit requirements; amending s. 216.251, F.S.; removing the Florida School for Competitive Academics from specified classification and pay plans; amending s. 447.203, F.S.; removing the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the definition of a public employer; amending s. 1000.04, F.S.; removing the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the components of Florida’s Early Learning-20 education system; amending s. 1001.20, F.S.; removing the Florida School for Competitive Academics from the duties of the Office of Inspector General within the Department of Education; creating s. 1001.325, F.S.; prohibiting the expenditure of funds by public schools, charter schools, school districts, charter school administrators, or direct-support organizations to purchase membership in, or goods or services from, any organization that discriminates on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or religion; prohibiting the expenditure of funds by public schools, charter schools, school districts, charter school administrators, or direct-support organizations to promote, support, or maintain certain programs or activities; authorizing the use of student fees and school or district facilities by student-led organizations under certain circumstances; providing construction; requiring the State Board of Education to adopt rules; amending s. 1001.452, F.S.; deleting a provision requiring the Commissioner of Education to determine whether school districts have maximized efforts to include minority persons and persons of lower socioeconomic status on their school advisory councils; amending s. 1002.20, F.S.; authorizing public schools to purchase or enter into arrangements for certain emergency opioid antagonists, rather than only for naloxone; requiring that district school board policies authorizing corporal punishment include a requirement that parental consent be provided before the administration of corporal punishment; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; requiring a charter school to comply with statute relating to corporal punishment; repealing s. 1002.351, F.S., relating to the Florida School for Competitive Academics; amending s. 1002.394, F.S.; removing the Florida School for Competitive Academics from Family Empowerment Scholarship prohibitions; amending s. 1002.395, F.S.; removing the Florida School for Competitive Academics from Florida Tax Credit Scholarship prohibitions; amending s. 1002.68, F.S.; deleting a provision requiring the department to confer with the Council for Early Grade Success before receiving a certain approval; amending s. 1002.71, F.S.; revising the conditions under which a student may withdraw from a prekindergarten program and reenroll in another program; amending s. 1002.945, F.S.; revising the criteria required for a child care facility, large family child care home, or family day care home to obtain and maintain a designation as a Gold Seal Quality Care provider; amending s. 1003.41, F.S.; requiring that certain standards documents contain only academic standards and benchmarks; requiring the Commissioner of Education to revise currently approved standards documents and submit them to the state board by a specified date; amending s. 1003.42, F.S.; revising required instruction on the principles of agriculture; requiring the department to collaborate with specified entities to develop associated standards and a curriculum; authorizing the department to contract with certain agricultural education organizations; amending s. 1003.4201, F.S.; authorizing the inclusion of intensive reading interventions in a school district comprehensive reading instruction plan; requiring that intensive reading interventions be delivered by instructional personnel who possess a micro-credential or are certified or endorsed in reading; requiring that such interventions incorporate certain strategies; requiring that instructional personnel with a micro credential be supervised by an individual certified or endorsed in reading; defining the term “supervised”; authorizing the inclusion in the reading instruction plans of a description of how school districts prioritize the assignment of highly effective teachers; amending s. 1003.4282, F.S.; adding components to required instruction on financial literacy; amending s. 1007.27, F.S.; requiring the state board to identify national consortia to develop certain courses; authorizing the department to join or establish a national consortium as an additional alternative method to develop and implement advanced placement courses; repealing s. 1008.2125, F.S., relating to the Council for Early Grade Success; amending s. 1008.36, F.S.; specifying the recipients of school recognition bonus funds; amending s. 1008.365, F.S.; revising the types of tutoring hours that may be counted toward meeting the community service requirements for the Bright Futures Scholarship Program; repealing s. 1011.58, F.S., relating to legislative budget requests of the Florida School for Competitive Academics; repealing s. 1011.59, F.S., relating to funds for the Florida School for Competitive Academics; amending s. 1012.315, F.S.; revising educator certification and certain employment screening standards; making technical changes; amending s. 1012.56, F.S.; authorizing individuals to demonstrate mastery of general knowledge, subject area knowledge, or professional preparation and education competence by providing a school district with documentation of a valid certificate issued by the American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence; amending s. 1012.77, F.S.; conforming a provision to a change made by the act; specifying entities eligible to submit nominees for the Teacher of the Year and Ambassador for Education awards; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alexis Calatayud (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Appropriations Committee on Pre-K - 12 Education
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CT bill #HB06882 • Last Action 03/12/2025
An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Freedom Of Information Commission For Revisions To The Freedom Of Information Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill implements several revisions to Connecticut's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) recommended by the Freedom of Information Commission. The bill makes multiple changes, including modifying training requirements for public agency members, updating the definition of education records, expanding the definition of "hand-held scanner" to include mobile devices and cameras, and clarifying rules around special meeting notices. It revises the definition of "governmental function" to specify when a non-government entity is considered to be performing a governmental function, which impacts record-keeping and disclosure requirements. The bill also adjusts appeal processes for denied record requests, particularly for records involving state agency facilities. Specifically, the bill allows individuals to use mobile phones or cameras to scan public records, requires electronic and physical notice of special meetings, and ensures that certain records related to governmental functions are subject to public disclosure. The changes aim to improve transparency and access to public information while providing clearer guidelines for public agencies. All provisions of the bill are set to take effect on October 1, 2025, giving agencies time to prepare for the new requirements.
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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: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: File Number 81
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AR bill #HB1489 • Last Action 03/12/2025
To Amend The Method Of Execution To Include Nitrogen Gas.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arkansas law to add nitrogen gas as an alternative method of execution alongside lethal injection for individuals sentenced to death. The bill modifies existing statutes to allow the Division of Correction to execute death row inmates using either intravenous lethal injection (with specified drug protocols) or nitrogen gas. Key provisions include requiring the Director of the Division of Correction to provide written notice to the condemned prisoner about the chosen method of execution, maintaining strict confidentiality protections for individuals involved in the execution process, and specifying detailed procedural requirements for carrying out executions. The bill also ensures that if both lethal injection and nitrogen hypoxia are invalidated by a court, executions will default to electrocution. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that a death sentence cannot be reduced simply because a method of execution is declared unconstitutional, and the sentence remains in force until it can be lawfully executed. The bill provides immunity for personnel involved in the execution process and maintains existing provisions about drug sourcing, sterilization of equipment, and logistical procedures for carrying out death sentences.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE METHOD OF EXECUTION TO INCLUDE NITROGEN GAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 66 : Jeff Wardlaw (R)*, Blake Johnson (R)*, Wade Andrews (R), Sonia Barker (R), Howard Beaty (R), Rick Beck (R), Stan Berry (R), Harlan Breaux (R), Karilyn Brown (R), Matt Brown (R), Joey Carr (R), John Carr (R), Fran Cavenaugh (R), Paul Childress (R), Bruce Cozart (R), Matt Duffield (R), Jon Eubanks (R), Tony Furman (R), Justin Gonzales (R), Brad Hall (R), R.J. Hawk (R), Steve Hollowell (R), Lane Jean (R), Lee Johnson (R), Jack Ladyman (R), Wayne Long (R), Robin Lundstrum (R), Roger Lynch (R), Rick McClure (R), Austin McCollum (R), Mark McElroy (R), Richard McGrew (R), Ron McNair (R), Jon Milligan (R), Jeremiah Moore (R), Jason Nazarenko (R), Stetson Painter (R), Aaron Pilkington (R), Chad Puryear (R), David Ray (R), Scott Richardson (R), Marcus Richmond (R), Johnny Rye (R), Randy Torres (R), Kendon Underwood (R), DeAnn Vaught (R), Steven Walker (R), Ron Caldwell (R), Steve Crowell (R), Tyler Dees (R), Jim Dotson (R), Jane English (R), Scott Flippo (R), Ben Gilmore (R), Kim Hammer (R), Bart Hester (R), Ricky Hill (R), Missy Irvin (R), Mark Johnson (R), Matt McKee (R), John Payton (R), Terry Rice (R), Matt Stone (R), Gary Stubblefield (R), Dan Sullivan (R), Dave Wallace (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Correctly enrolled and ordered transmitted to the Governor's Office.
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TX bill #SB2377 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Relating to the availability of certain working papers and electronic communications of certain administrative law judges and technical examiners under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code to expand an existing public information law exception that protects certain working papers and electronic communications of administrative law judges. Specifically, the bill extends the existing protections to include technical examiners at the State Office of Administrative Hearings and the Railroad Commission of Texas. The protected materials include personal notes and electronic communications reflecting an administrative law judge's or technical examiner's observations, thoughts, deliberations, and impressions, as well as drafts of proposed decisions, orders related to contested case hearings, and orders related to alternative dispute resolution procedures. These documents will continue to be exempt from public disclosure requirements under the state's public information law. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring that the new protections do not retroactively impact previous records or requests.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the availability of certain working papers and electronic communications of certain administrative law judges and technical examiners under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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KS bill #HB2334 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Updating certain terms, conditions and definitions to the captive insurance act, providing for provisional certificates of authority, incorporated cell insurance companies and protected cell captive insurance companies.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Kansas Protected Cell Captive Insurance Company Act, which creates a new framework for a specialized type of insurance company with unique organizational and operational characteristics. The bill allows for the formation of protected cell captive insurance companies, which can establish separate protected cells that have distinct assets and liabilities, effectively creating a way for companies to compartmentalize and manage risk more flexibly. Key provisions include allowing a protected cell captive insurance company to be organized as a stock insurer, nonprofit corporation, or limited liability company, with a minimum capital requirement of $100,000. The bill defines detailed rules for how these protected cells can be created, managed, and regulated, including requirements for separate accounting, asset attribution, and legal protections. It also expands the types of insurance these companies can provide, including allowing workers' compensation and excess health insurance under certain conditions. The bill modifies existing insurance laws to accommodate these new types of insurance entities, changes the frequency of financial examinations from three to five years, introduces a provisional certificate of authority process, and establishes specific tax and regulatory guidelines for protected cell captive insurance companies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning insurance; relating to captive insurance companies; providing for incorporated cell captive insurance companies and protected cell captive insurance companies; enacting the Kansas protected cell captive insurance company act; providing for a provisional certificate of authority; expanding the types of insurance that a captive insurance company may provide; extending the period of time in-between financial examinations conducted by the commissioner; amending K.S.A. 40-4304, 40-4312 and 40-4314 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 40-4302 and 40-4308 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing continuation: Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 546-S
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ID bill #H0398 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to establish provisions governing lobbying and lobbyists.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms Idaho's lobbying regulations by repealing existing lobbying laws in Chapter 66, Title 67 and creating an entirely new Chapter 7 in Title 74 to establish more detailed provisions governing lobbying activities. The bill establishes a comprehensive framework for lobbyist registration, reporting, and conduct, with the primary purposes of promoting public confidence in government and increasing transparency around efforts to influence legislation and administrative actions. Key provisions include requiring lobbyists to register with the Secretary of State before engaging in lobbying activities, file monthly reports detailing expenditures and legislative interests, disclose indirect lobbying efforts, and adhere to strict ethical standards such as prohibiting contingent fee arrangements and deceiving legislators. The bill also empowers the Secretary of State to enforce these regulations, investigate potential violations, and maintain a public online database of lobbyist activities. Violations can result in civil fines up to $250 for individuals or $2,500 for organizations, and potentially criminal misdemeanor charges for knowing and willful violations. The new law aims to provide greater accountability and transparency in the lobbying process by creating more rigorous reporting and disclosure requirements.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6617, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE REGISTRATION OF LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6618, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION; REPEALING SECTION 67-6619, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO REPORTING BY LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6619A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO REPORTS BY STATE ENTITIES; REPEALING SECTION 67-6620, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE EMPLOYMENT OF UNREGIS- TERED PERSONS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6621, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE DUTIES OF LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6622, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO A CERTAIN DOCKET, THE CONTENTS OF SUCH DOCKET, REPORTS TO THE LEGIS- LATURE, SUBJECTS OF LEGISLATION, AND WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION; AMENDING THE HEADING FOR CHAPTER 66, TITLE 67, IDAHO CODE, TO REMOVE OBSOLETE LANGUAGE; AMENDING SECTION 67-6602, IDAHO CODE, TO REMOVE DEFINITIONS; AMENDING TITLE 74, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW CHAPTER 7, TITLE 74, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PURPOSE OF THE CHAPTER, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE REGISTRATION OF LOBBY- ISTS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING REPORTING BY LOBBYISTS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING REPORTS BY STATE ENTITIES, TO ESTABLISH PROVI- SIONS REGARDING THE EMPLOYMENT OF UNREGISTERED PERSONS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE DUTIES OF LOBBYISTS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING A CERTAIN DOCKET, THE CONTENTS OF SUCH DOCKET, CERTAIN RE- PORTS TO THE LEGISLATURE, CERTAIN SUBJECTS OF LEGISLATION, AND CERTAIN WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE DUTIES OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE, TO REQUIRE CERTAIN STATEMENTS TO
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
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NM bill #SB19 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Boards Of Regents Training Requirements
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all members of the boards of regents for New Mexico's state educational institutions to complete ten hours of mandatory training during their first year of service. The training, to be developed and provided by the Higher Education Department, is divided into five two-hour segments covering specific topics: (1) constitutional and legal provisions related to educational institutions, (2) financial management and fiduciary duties, (3) student success and support services, (4) institutional governance and best practices, and (5) ethics and public accountability laws, including specific statutes like the Procurement Code, Open Meetings Act, and Inspection of Public Records Act. The bill applies to both newly appointed board members and current members with at least one year remaining in their terms, with current members required to complete the training by December 31, 2025. This training requirement aims to ensure that board of regent members are well-informed about their responsibilities, institutional operations, and legal obligations when overseeing state educational institutions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS; REQUIRING ALL MEMBERS OF THE BOARDS OF REGENTS OF STATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS TO COMPLETE TEN HOURS OF TRAINING; REQUIRING THE HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT TO DEVELOP AND PROVIDE THE TRAINING.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gabriel Ramos (R)*, Jeff Steinborn (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: HGEIC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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FL bill #S0710 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Public Records/Crime Stoppers Organizations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption that protects personal identifying information for employees, board members, and volunteers of Crime Stoppers organizations. Specifically, the bill makes home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these individuals exempt from public disclosure, along with similar information about their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. Crime Stoppers organizations are defined in Florida Statute 16.557(1) and typically work to help law enforcement solve crimes by collecting anonymous tips and offering rewards. The bill includes a statement of public necessity explaining that releasing such information could put these individuals and their families at risk of retaliation from individuals connected to criminal investigations. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill includes provisions for how agencies should handle requests to maintain the exemption and provides a mechanism for individuals to request the release of their own information. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply retroactively to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified personal identifying and location information of employees of crime stoppers organizations and the board members and volunteers of such crime stoppers organizations; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Criminal Justice, Rosalind Osgood (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: CS by Criminal Justice read 1st time
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AR bill #HB1508 • Last Action 03/12/2025
To Recodify Title 19 Of The Arkansas Code Concerning Public Finance; And To Amend Laws Resulting From Initiated Acts 2000, No. 1; And To Make Conforming Changes To The Arkansas Code.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Recodifies Title 19 of the Arkansas Code concerning public finance, which involves a comprehensive technical reorganization of existing laws without making substantive changes. The bill aims to update and improve the organizational structure of financial statutes while maintaining their current legal effect. The legislation was developed through a collaborative process involving the Arkansas Code Revision Commission, the Bureau of Legislative Research, and a working group composed of state agencies, constitutional officers, and the Arkansas Bar Association. The working group reviewed and refined a draft recodification of Title 19 from October 2023 to August 2024, with the goal of making only technical, non-substantive modifications to the existing legal framework. Key aspects of the recodification include: - Preserving existing legal provisions while improving their organizational structure - Maintaining the current intent and effect of financial laws - Transferring certain material to more appropriate titles of the Arkansas Code - Ensuring that only technical language changes were made - Obtaining input and review from various state stakeholders The bill specifically retains certain sections of the existing Title 19, such as provisions related to the Tobacco Settlement Proceeds Act and specific exemptions from cash fund expenditure laws. The recodification is intended to make the Arkansas Code more clear, coherent, and user-friendly without altering the fundamental legal substance of the existing financial statutes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT CONCERNING THE RECODIFICATION OF TITLE 19 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING PUBLIC FINANCE; TO REPEAL AND RECODIFY TITLE 19 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE WITH CERTAIN EXCEPTIONS; TO AMEND LAWS RESULTING FROM INITIATED ACTS 2000, NO. 1; TO MAKE CONFORMING CHANGES TO THE ARKANSAS CODE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 4 : Matthew Shepherd (R)*, Clarke Tucker (D)*, Jimmy Gazaway (R), Josh Bryant (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Returned by the Committee, with the recommendation that it Do Pass
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FL bill #H0531 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Child Care Facility and Program Background Screening Requirements
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Florida's child care facility and program background screening requirements by introducing several key provisions. It defines a new term "recreational enrichment program" as an organization providing in-person instruction to children in dance, gymnastics, or martial arts, and clarifies that such programs are not required to obtain a license from the department. The bill revises the definition of "personnel" to include owners, operators, employees, and volunteers in various child care settings, with specific screening requirements for family members and volunteers. It also modifies the remedies the department can pursue for failure to comply with screening requirements, including the ability to institute injunctive proceedings against facilities that do not meet screening standards. Additionally, the bill requires the department, in conjunction with other state agencies, to develop a statewide public awareness campaign about background screening requirements for summer camps and recreational enrichment programs. The legislation introduces stricter penalties for violations, such as misdemeanor and felony charges for non-compliance with screening and information use regulations. The bill aims to enhance child safety by ensuring more comprehensive background checks and oversight of personnel in child care settings, with an effective date of July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child care facility and program background screening requirements; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; revising definitions; defining the term "recreational enrichment program"; provides such programs are not required to obtain a license from the department; revising the remedies that the department may pursue for failure to comply with screening requirements; revising penalty provisions; creating s. 409.1751, F.S.; requiring the department, in conjunction with the Agency for Health Care Administration and the Department of Law Enforcement, to develop and maintain a statewide background screening public awareness campaign; amending s. 409.1676, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Human Services Subcommittee, Christine Hunschofsky (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Now in Health Care Budget Subcommittee
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NM bill #SB218 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Election Changes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to New Mexico's election administration, addressing multiple aspects of election procedures. The bill establishes a new certification program for county clerks, requiring them to complete certification within twelve months of appointment and mandating initial program completion by July 2026. It provides enhanced home address confidentiality protections for public officials and election administrative staff, allowing them to designate their addresses as confidential under specific circumstances. The bill removes references to pre-primary conventions and party designations, simplifying candidate nomination processes. It introduces provisions for emergency election procedures, allowing county clerks to develop contingency plans during state emergencies and ensuring maximum voter participation. The bill also modifies procedures for presidential primary and general election candidate nominations, creates new rules for automatic recounts, and expands the definition of "qualifying period" for campaign financing. Additionally, the legislation requires the secretary of state to implement a secure internet application for gathering electronic signatures for political party qualifications by July 2026, and mandates that the legislature notify the secretary of state in writing when creating new covered political offices. The bill streamlines various election-related processes, removes outdated provisions, and aims to modernize and secure New Mexico's election administration.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTION ADMINISTRATION; AMENDING THE ELECTION CODE; PROVIDING A PROCESS FOR ELECTION ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF HOME ADDRESS CONFIDENTIALITY; REQUIRING COUNTY CLERKS TO PARTICIPATE IN A CERTIFICATION PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY THE SECRETARY OF STATE AND TO RECEIVE CERTIFICATION; PROVIDING ELECTION DAY PROCEDURES FOR NEWLY APPOINTED ELECTION BOARD MEMBERS; PROVIDING PROVISIONAL BALLOT REQUIREMENTS; REMOVING THE ELECTIONS SECURITY PROGRAM FROM THE BUREAU OF ELECTIONS OF THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE; AMENDING THE PRIMARY ELECTION LAW; REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF STATE TO IMPLEMENT A SECURE INTERNET APPLICATION TO GATHER ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES FOR THE QUALIFICATION OF POLITICAL PARTIES; PROVIDING BALLOT PROCEDURES; REQUIRING VOTER NOTIFICATIONS TO BE SENT TO ELIGIBLE VOTERS; AMENDING THE CIRCUMSTANCES IN WHICH AN AUTOMATIC RECOUNT IS REQUIRED; PROVIDING A PROCEDURE FOR QUALIFIED POLITICAL PARTIES TO PLACE A CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT OR VICE PRESIDENT ON THE GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT; PROVIDING A PROCEDURE FOR PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY VACANCIES; AMENDING THE VOTER ACTION ACT; EXPANDING THE DEFINITION OF "QUALIFYING PERIOD"; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR DECLARATIONS OF INTENT; REQUIRING THE LEGISLATURE TO NOTIFY THE SECRETARY OF STATE IN WRITING OF THE CREATION OF A NEW COVERED OFFICE; AMENDING THE LOCAL ELECTION ACT; REPEALING A SECTION RELATING TO MUNICIPAL ELECTION PROCEDURES; AMENDING THE SPECIAL ELECTION ACT; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR SPECIAL ELECTIONS CALLED BY COUNTIES OR LOCAL PUBLIC BODIES; PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR EMERGENCY ELECTIONS; ELIMINATING PRE-PRIMARY CONVENTION DESIGNATIONS; ELIMINATING REFERENCES TO PARTY CONVENTIONS; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Heather Berghmans (D)*, Katy Duhigg (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Committee (00:00:00 3/12/2025 Room 321)
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NM bill #SB360 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Safe Haven For Infants Act Changes
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Safe Haven for Infants Act to expand options for parents to safely relinquish newborn infants without facing criminal prosecution for abandonment. The bill introduces a new mechanism called an "infant safety device," which is a medical device installed at safe haven sites like hospitals, fire stations, and law enforcement agencies, allowing parents or their designees to securely place an infant inside. The legislation clarifies definitions, establishes confidentiality protections for information about relinquished infants, and requires the Children, Youth and Families Department to file a custody petition within one business day of an infant's relinquishment. The bill mandates that these infant safety devices must be located in staffed facilities, be visible to staff, and have an alarm system to notify staff when an infant is placed inside. It also provides immunity for safe haven sites and their staff when accepting infants, with the goal of preventing infant abandonment and ensuring the safety of newborns who might otherwise be at risk. The legislation includes provisions for handling cases involving Native American infants and requires the department to attempt to locate relatives and potentially terminate parental rights, while also ensuring the relinquished infant is eligible for Medicaid benefits.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO THE SAFE HAVEN FOR INFANTS ACT; ALLOWING A PARENT OR A PARENT'S DESIGNEE TO RELINQUISH AN INFANT IN INFANT SAFETY DEVICES FOR THE RELINQUISHMENT OF INFANTS, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, WITHOUT CRIMINAL PROSECUTION FOR ABANDONMENT OR ABUSE OF A CHILD IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; ALLOWING THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF INFANT SAFETY DEVICES FOR THE RELINQUISHMENT OF INFANTS; REQUIRING THE ASSESSING OF FINES FOR THE DISCLOSURE OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION RELATING TO INFANTS RELINQUISHED PURSUANT TO THE SAFE HAVEN FOR INFANTS ACT; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MONITORING OF INFANT SAFETY DEVICES; PROVIDING LIMITED IMMUNITY FOR A SAFE HAVEN SITE AND THE SAFE HAVEN SITE'S STAFF; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO PROMULGATE RULES TO IMPLEMENT THE PROVISIONS OF THE SAFE HAVEN FOR INFANTS ACT; DEFINING TERMS. .230073.3GLG
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : David Gallegos (R)*, Michael Padilla (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee (00:00:00 3/12/2025 Room 311)
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KS bill #SB70 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Prohibiting fees for electronic copies of records under the open records act, exempting from disclosure formally closed investigations with no found violations, requiring county or district attorneys to file reports of violations with the attorney general in October instead of January, determining the membership calculation of subordinate groups under the open meetings act, requiring public bodies or agencies that live stream meetings to ensure that the public is able to observe and providing fo
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to Kansas open records and open meetings laws. It prohibits charging fees for electronic copies of public records and specifies that if a fee is charged for staff time to make records available, no additional per-page printing fee can be charged. The bill changes the deadline for county and district attorneys to report open records and open meetings act violations from January 15th to October 15th. It clarifies rules for subordinate groups of public bodies, specifying that a group is subject to open meetings requirements when a majority of its members meet, and that private entities are only considered part of a public body if they are under its direct or indirect control. The bill also requires public bodies that live stream meetings to ensure the entire meeting is observable through the selected medium. Additionally, it exempts formally closed investigations with no found violations from public disclosure requirements. For executive sessions, the bill allows a five-minute deviation from the originally stated resumption time without constituting a violation. These changes aim to increase transparency in government operations while providing some flexibility for public agencies in managing records and meetings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning open government; relating to the open records act; providing for reasonable prohibiting fees for electronic copies of records; exempting from disclosure formally closed investigations with no found violations; requiring district attorneys to file reports of violations with the attorney in December October instead of January; relating to the open meetings act; determining the membership calculation of subordinate groups; requiring public bodies or agencies that live stream meetings to ensure that the public is able to observe; providing for a five minute deviation to resume an open meeting at the conclusion of executive sessions; amending K.S.A. 45-219, 75-7d01, 75-753, 75-4318 and 75-4319 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 45-221 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 3:30 PM Room 582-N
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AR bill #SB366 • Last Action 03/12/2025
To Create The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Act; And To Create The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program Fund.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program, a state initiative designed to help homeowners improve their homes' resilience against catastrophic wind and hail events. The program will create a special fund that can accept donations, grants, and government appropriations to provide financial assistance to homeowners who want to retrofit or construct homes to meet FORTIFIED Home construction standards developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety. To be eligible, homeowners must own a single-family, owner-occupied dwelling with a homestead exemption, obtain an evaluation from a certified professional, get bids from certified contractors, and complete the home improvements within three months of grant approval. The bill also requires insurance companies to offer premium discounts for homes that meet these enhanced construction standards and provide an optional policy endorsement for roof replacement and upgrades. Importantly, the program does not create an entitlement for property owners and is subject to available funding. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving stakeholders time to prepare for its implementation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO CREATE THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES ACT; TO CREATE THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES PROGRAM FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Justin Boyd (R)*, Lee Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Read the first time, rules suspended, read the second time and referred to the Committee on INSURANCE & COMMERCE- HOUSE
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AR bill #SB376 • Last Action 03/12/2025
To Amend The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967; And To Amend The Law Concerning Public Meetings Under The Freedom Of Information Act Of 1967.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act of 1967 by modifying the definition and requirements for public meetings. The key change is the addition of the phrase "more than two (2) members of" in two sections of the existing law, which means that meetings involving three or more members of state or local government bodies (such as commissions, agencies, boards of education, municipalities, and counties) will now be considered public meetings. This modification clarifies that interactions between two or fewer members do not trigger the public meeting requirements. The bill maintains existing exemptions for grand juries and continues to apply to bodies that are supported by or expend public funds. The purpose of these amendments appears to be to provide more precise language about what constitutes a public meeting, potentially affecting how government bodies can interact and conduct business while ensuring transparency in governmental processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC MEETINGS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Alan Clark (R)*, Mary Bentley (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Returned by the Committee, with the recommendation that it Do Pass
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UT bill #HB0010 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Fund and Account Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to state funds and accounts, focusing primarily on the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Fund and investment management. The bill renames the existing Opioid Litigation Proceeds Restricted Account to the Opioid Litigation Proceeds Fund, with specific provisions about how funds can be received, invested, and used. It establishes that the principal of the fund cannot be appropriated, and earnings can only be used to address opioid-related issues or according to settlement agreements. The bill also creates a new State Treasurer Investment Management Account to cover the state treasurer's costs of managing investments, which will be funded through a portion of investment earnings from various state funds. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions related to the Liquor Control Fund, including allowing annual transfers to the General Fund and specifying how the department can use funds. The changes aim to provide more transparency, accountability, and strategic management of state funds, with most provisions taking effect on July 1, 2025, and some specific sections taking effect earlier.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to state funds.
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• Introduced: 03/02/2025
• Added: 03/03/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Val Peterson (R)*, Jerry Stevenson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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AR bill #SB291 • Last Action 03/12/2025
To Amend The Law Concerning Complaints Of Election Law Violations; And To Amend The Deadlines For Complaints Of Election Law Violations.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Arkansas election law to modify the process and timelines for filing and investigating complaints about potential election law violations. The changes include shifting the window for filing complaints to between 49 days before and 49 days after an election (previously a more restrictive timeline), extending the State Board of Election Commissioners' investigation period to 182 days (from 180 days), and adjusting various procedural details around complaint investigations. The bill also modifies confidentiality provisions, allowing election records to become publicly accessible 30 days after a final decision is made and permitting the Board to disclose confidential information to law enforcement when necessary. Additionally, the bill provides that if the Board fails to take final action within 182 days, the administrative action will be automatically effective. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in election complaint processes while maintaining oversight mechanisms, and they apply to a wide range of potential election law issues including voter registration, absentee ballot handling, ballot casting and tabulation, and overall election administration.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING COMPLAINTS OF ELECTION LAW VIOLATIONS; TO AMEND THE DEADLINES FOR COMPLAINTS OF ELECTION LAW VIOLATIONS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Kim Hammer (R)*, Ryan Rose (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB291 is now Act 279
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CA bill #SB756 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Corporation Tax Law: credit: motion picture.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 23698.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code to correct erroneous cross-references in the existing motion picture tax credit law. The bill modifies provisions related to tax credits for motion picture productions in California, which are available for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025. The credits range from 20% to 25% of qualified expenditures for motion picture productions, depending on the type of production (such as feature films, television series, or independent films). The bill maintains the existing framework of the motion picture tax credit program, which allows qualified taxpayers to receive credits for productions that meet specific criteria, including spending a significant portion of their budget in California and meeting workforce diversity goals. The legislation continues to support the California film industry by providing tax incentives to encourage movie and television productions to film in the state. A key addition is the requirement for productions to submit a diversity workplan and potentially receive an additional 4% of their allocated tax credit if they meet or make a good-faith effort to meet diversity goals. The bill also maintains provisions for a Career Pathways Program that funds technical skills training for individuals from underserved communities seeking entry into film and television jobs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 23698.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on REV. & TAX.
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UT bill #SB0082 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Autopsy Photo Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Utah's medical examiner records law to provide more detailed guidelines about the handling and sharing of medical examiner records, particularly photographs and videos of decedents. The bill introduces a new definition of "deidentify," which means removing personally identifying information about a decedent or their family. It establishes specific conditions under which medical examiner records can be shared, including requests from immediate relatives, legal representatives, physicians, and law enforcement officials. The bill creates strict regulations about sharing autopsy photographs or videos, making it a class B misdemeanor to knowingly share such images that are not in the public domain, with several important exceptions for professional and legal purposes. These exceptions include sharing deidentified images for training, research, academic presentations, and legal proceedings. The bill also outlines requirements for researchers who obtain medical examiner records, mandating confidentiality, limiting use to approved research purposes, and requiring the destruction of records after research is complete. Additionally, the bill provides the Utah Department of Health and Human Services the authority to create rules about permissible uses and disclosures of medical examiner records. The legislation is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to protect the privacy of deceased individuals while allowing appropriate access to records for professional and research purposes.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses the sharing of autopsy photographs or videos.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Pitcher (D)*, Nicholeen Peck (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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KY bill #HB46 • Last Action 03/12/2025
AN ACT relating to the identification of lottery winners.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new protections for lottery winners who win prizes exceeding $1 million, allowing them to keep their personal identifying information confidential for up to one year after claiming their prize. Specifically, the legislation enables lottery winners with prizes over $1 million to elect to have their name, address, and likeness withheld from public records, preventing the Kentucky Lottery Corporation from publishing their personal details. The bill defines "publish" as issuing information in printed or electronic form, and provides that while the winner's identity remains confidential, non-personally identifiable information (such as the retail location where the ticket was purchased) can still be released. Winners can choose to waive this confidentiality by completing prescribed forms, and the lottery corporation can still share information with other state or federal agencies as required by law or court order. The bill amends existing statutes in the Kentucky Revised Statutes to add these confidentiality provisions to the Open Records Act and lottery corporation regulations, ensuring that lottery winners have the option to protect their privacy after a significant win.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section of KRS Chapter 154A to allow the winner of a lottery prize with a gross value that exceeds $1,000,000 to elect to have his or her identifying information withheld from public record for one year; amend KRS 154A.040 to conform; amend KRS 61.878 to exempt the identifying information of the winner of a lottery prize with a gross value that exceeds $1,000,000 from the Open Records Act for one year unless confidentiality has been waived.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kim Banta (R)*, Beverly Chester-Burton (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: 2nd reading, to Rules
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CA bill #SB707 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Open meetings: meeting and teleconference requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Ralph M. Brown Act to enhance public access to local government meetings by introducing comprehensive teleconference and meeting requirements for city councils, county boards of supervisors, and other local government bodies. Until January 1, 2030, the bill mandates that city councils and county boards of supervisors provide two-way telephonic or audiovisual platforms for public meetings, ensure interpretation services are available, and make good faith efforts to encourage resident participation, particularly from underrepresented and non-English-speaking communities. The bill requires meeting agendas to be provided in English and in languages spoken by at least 20% of the county population, and allows more flexible teleconferencing options for various government bodies, including health authorities, neighborhood councils, and student organizations. Specifically, the bill broadens the definition of "just cause" for remote participation by legislators, allows teleconferencing during state or local emergencies, and requires that remote participants be listed in meeting minutes. The legislation aims to modernize public meeting procedures, promote technological accessibility, and ensure meaningful public engagement by establishing clear standards for remote meeting participation while maintaining transparency and inclusivity in local government proceedings.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 54953, 54954.2, and 54954.3 of, to add Sections 54953.8, 54953.8.1, and 54953.8.2 to, and to add and repeal Sections 54953.8.3, 54953.8.4, 54953.8.5, 54953.8.6, 54953.8.7, and 54953.9 of, the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : María Elena Durazo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on L. GOV. and JUD.
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KY bill #HB688 • Last Action 03/12/2025
AN ACT relating to health care.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several significant changes to healthcare regulations in Kentucky. The bill amends multiple sections of Kentucky law to modify nurse licensure requirements, reduce the timeframe for reporting criminal convictions, expand medication administration in schools, and provide legal protections for healthcare providers. Specifically, the bill changes nurse licensing boards' authority from requiring to permitting credential issuance, mandates that physicians collaborating with advanced practice registered nurses have an active and unrestricted Kentucky license, and reduces the criminal conviction reporting window from 90 to 30 days. A key provision allows schools to stock and administer undesignated glucagon (a medication used to treat severe low blood sugar) and provides immunity from civil liability for individuals who administer the medication in good faith during diabetic emergencies. The bill also expands the types of medical conditions and medications that can be self-administered in schools, requiring schools to permit students to possess prescribed medications like rescue inhalers, nebulizers, glucagon, and other medications. Additionally, the bill permits state licensing boards to query a state cabinet for substantiated findings of adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation against individuals under their jurisdiction, providing an extra layer of oversight for vulnerable populations.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 314.041, relating to registered nurse licensure, and KRS 314.051, relating to licensed practical nurse licensure, to permit rather than require the board to issue credentials; amend KRS 314.042 to require physicians collaborating with an advanced practice registered nurse to have an active and unrestricted license in Kentucky; amend KRS 314.109 to reduce the time from 90 to 30 days for a person under the jurisdiction of the board to notify the board of a conviction of certain misdemeanors or felonies; amend KRS 209.032, relating to employees of vulnerable adult service providers, to permit a state licensing board to query the cabinet for a validated substantiated finding of adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation against an individual under that licensing board's jurisdiction; create a new section of KRS 158.830 to 158.838 to define terms; permit health care practitioners to prescribe and dispense undesignated glucagon in the name of a school or to a trained individual; permit trained individuals to receive, possess, and administer undesignated glucagon during diabetic medical emergencies; permit schools to stock undesignated glucagon; provide for immunity from civil liability for any personal injury resulting from good faith actions to use undesignated glucagon to treat diabetic medical emergencies; amend KRS 158.832 to add medical conditions and medications to the definition of "medications"; amend KRS 158.834 to add medical conditions and medications that may be self-administered in schools with parental authorization and a prescription; amend KRS 158.836 to require students to permit bronchodilator rescue inhalers, nebulizers, glucagon, Solu-Cortef, or other prescribed medications in their possession or in the possession of school personnel; encourage schools to stock undesignated glucagon; and require policies and Good Samaritan protection for the good faith administration of glucagon, Solu-Cortef or other prescribed medications for authorized school employees.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Steve Bratcher (R)*, Adrielle Camuel (D), Kim Moser (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: 2nd reading, to Rules
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CA bill #SB720 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Automated traffic enforcement system programs.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for cities and counties in California to implement automated traffic enforcement systems (ATES) to detect and penalize traffic control signal violations. The bill allows local jurisdictions to install camera systems at intersections to capture images of vehicles running red lights, with a strict set of requirements designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and equity. Key provisions include mandatory warning periods before issuing citations, clear signage about camera locations, geographic diversity in system placement, and a $100 civil penalty for violations that does not result in driving record points or license suspension. The bill includes robust protections for low-income and indigent individuals, offering payment plans, fine reductions, and community service alternatives. It also mandates detailed impact reports, prohibits revenue generation as a motivation for implementing the systems, and establishes strict confidentiality protocols for photographic and administrative records. The legislation aims to improve traffic safety by reducing red light running while addressing potential racial and economic disparities in traditional traffic enforcement methods, drawing on research showing that automated systems can significantly reduce fatal crashes at intersections.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 70615 of the Government Code, and to add Section 21455.9 to the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angelique Ashby (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on TRANS. and JUD.
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CA bill #SB769 • Last Action 03/12/2025
The Golden State Infrastructure Corporation Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Golden State Infrastructure Corporation, a not-for-profit corporation within the State Treasurer's Office designed to finance infrastructure projects in California. The corporation will be governed by a five-member board of directors, including the Treasurer (who serves as chair), the Controller, the Director of the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, and two gubernatorial appointees with extensive infrastructure and financing experience. The corporation will have broad powers to provide financing to infrastructure companies and governmental entities, including making loans, issuing revenue bonds, providing credit enhancements, and entering into various financial agreements. Importantly, the state will not be liable for the corporation's obligations, and the corporation will be exempt from paying taxes. The bill creates the Golden State Infrastructure Corporation Fund, which will be continuously appropriated to support the corporation's activities. The corporation must submit annual reports to the Governor and Legislature detailing its financial activities, including the number of jobs created, environmental impacts, and economic value provided. The bill also includes provisions for confidentiality of certain financial records and allows the board to hold closed sessions when discussing specific financing matters, with the stated purpose of protecting sensitive financial information of infrastructure companies.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Part 15 (commencing with Section 16000) to Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to infrastructure finance, and making an appropriation therefor.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anna Caballero (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on B. P. & E.D. and JUD.
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CA bill #SB831 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Geologic hazards: California Geological Survey.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands and updates the responsibilities of the California Geological Survey (CGS) and the Department of Conservation, with a particular focus on geologic hazards and their relationship to climate change. The bill broadens the definition of geologic hazards to include additional categories like mineral hazards, postfire debris flow, coastal and inland erosion, and explicitly adds climate change as a factor in hazard assessment. The CGS will now be responsible for reviewing and investigating geologic hazards specifically in relation to climate change, in addition to its existing duties of hazard assessment, emergency response, and mitigation methods. The bill also makes several administrative changes, such as repealing provisions about publication sales and updating language around confidential mineral reports. Additionally, the bill requires the CGS to be consulted in certain forestry and fuel reduction projects, extends land inspection authorization to the survey, and makes various technical and conforming changes across different sections of the Public Resources Code. These modifications aim to enhance the state's ability to understand, predict, and mitigate geologic hazards in the context of changing environmental conditions.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 670, 2009, 2201, 2205, 2205.1, 2207.1, 2208, 2622, 2694, 2695, 2696, 2703, 4123, 4584, 4584.1, 4584.2, 4604, and 4629 of, and to repeal Sections 2209, 2210, and 2211 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to public resources.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Monique Limon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on N.R. & W.
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MT bill #SB494 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Revise voting system auditing in election laws
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Montana's election laws to improve voting system security and record-keeping. It requires election administrators to conduct a comprehensive test of a new voting system or after any significant system changes, such as software updates or when the system hardware leaves the administrator's control. The bill mandates that counties using vote-counting machines must retain audit logs and cast vote records in perpetuity as a public record, extending the previous retention period from an unspecified duration to a permanent status. Additionally, the bill requires election administrators to print and examine voting system audit logs and records of votes cast before and after vote counting to identify any potential inconsistencies or anomalies. These changes aim to enhance the transparency, reliability, and accountability of the voting process by ensuring thorough system testing and comprehensive documentation of election records. The bill applies to all election systems in Montana and is intended to be integrated into the existing election administration framework under Title 13, Chapter 17, Part 1 of the state's laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING ELECTION LAWS; REQUIRING A TEST OF THE ELECTION MANAGEMENT A NEW VOTING SYSTEM TO VERIFY SYSTEM FUNCTIONALITY; REQUIRING ELECTION ADMINISTRATORS TO PRINT, EXAMINE, AND RETAIN VOTING SYSTEM AUDIT LOGS AND RECORDS OF VOTES CAST THAT AUDIT LOGS OR CAST VOTE RECORDS BE RETAINED AS A PUBLIC RECORD; AND AMING SECTIONS SECTION 13-1-303 AND 13-15-206, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 12/11/2024
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Theresa Manzella (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/02/2025
• Last Action: (S) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal
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UT bill #HB0020 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Property Tax Code Recodification
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill recodifies and reorganizes the Utah Property Tax Code, specifically focusing on tax relief provisions. The bill moves existing tax relief statutes from Title 59, Chapter 2, to a new Title 59, Chapter 2a, and makes several important changes to how property tax relief is administered. Key provisions include creating new sections for various types of tax relief and deferral programs, such as renter's credits, homeowner's credits, abatements for indigent individuals, and exemptions for veterans and active duty military personnel. The bill standardizes application processes, defines terms more precisely, and establishes clear guidelines for how different types of property tax relief can be claimed. For example, it outlines specific eligibility requirements for veterans seeking property tax exemptions, creates a new exemption for active duty military personnel, and provides detailed rules for property tax deferrals for elderly property owners and properties with significant valuation increases. The bill also updates references, clarifies administrative procedures, and ensures consistency across different types of property tax relief programs. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to improve the organization and readability of property tax relief statutes, with an effective date of January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill recodifies provisions related to relief granted through property tax.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Doug Welton (R)*, Dan McCay (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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IL bill #SB1796 • Last Action 03/12/2025
BODY CAMERAS-FOIA REQUESTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act and the Criminal Code to modify several provisions related to body camera recordings. The bill changes the definition of "law enforcement officer" to exclude administrative personnel, and alters the requirements for retaining and disclosing body camera recordings. Specifically, the bill shifts from a mandatory to a permissive approach for destroying recordings after 90 days, giving law enforcement agencies more discretion in maintaining recordings. The bill expands the list of individuals who can request body camera recordings, including the subject of an encounter, their legal representative, the recording officer, and persons with written permission from either the subject or the officer. Additionally, the bill exempts recordings made in accordance with the Body Camera Act from the state's eavesdropping regulations. The changes aim to provide more flexibility for law enforcement agencies while maintaining transparency and accountability in the use of body-worn cameras. The bill becomes effective immediately upon passage, potentially impacting how law enforcement agencies manage and disclose video recordings from officer-worn body cameras.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that a law enforcement agency shall disclose a recording made with the use of an officer-worn body camera, upon request, to (i) the subject of the encounter captured on the recording, (ii) the legal representative of the subject of the encounter captured on the recording, (iii) the officer who wore the camera that made the recording, (iv) the legal representative of the officer who wore the camera that made the recording, (v) a person who has written permission from the subject of the encounter to receive the recording, or (vi) a person who has written permission from the officer who wore the camera that made the recording to receive the recording. Provides that all recordings made with an officer-worn body camera may (rather than must) be destroyed after 90 days, unless any encounter captured on the recording has been flagged. Makes changes to the definition of "law enforcement officer" in the Act. Amends the Eavesdropping Article to the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that recordings made in accordance with the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act are exempt from the Article. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Julie Morrison (D)*, Dave Koehler (D), Mike Halpin (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Criminal Law
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IL bill #SB1797 • Last Action 03/12/2025
DIGITAL ASSETS & CONS PROT ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act to establish comprehensive regulations for digital asset businesses operating in Illinois. The bill defines digital assets broadly, excluding certain reward and gaming-related digital representations of value, and creates a regulatory framework overseen by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Key provisions include mandatory registration for digital asset businesses, customer protection requirements, disclosure obligations, cybersecurity standards, and capital and liquidity requirements. Businesses must provide transparent fee structures, disclose insurance and risk information, and maintain robust customer asset protection measures. The bill also introduces a special purpose trust company designation to facilitate digital asset custody services. Companies engaging in digital asset business activities will need to obtain registration, maintain specific compliance programs, and adhere to strict consumer protection standards. The legislation aims to provide consumer safeguards while promoting responsible innovation in the digital asset space, with a phased implementation approach allowing businesses until January 2027 to fully comply with all provisions. The bill grants the Department significant oversight and enforcement powers, including the ability to investigate, levy fines, and take action against non-compliant businesses.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall regulate digital asset business activity in the State. Sets forth provisions concerning: applicability; the powers and duties of the Department; funds; customer protections; custody and protection of customer assets; covered exchanges; compliance; registration; supervision; records; additional procedural provisions; confidentiality; violations; enforcement; rulemaking authority; and severability. Creates the Special Purpose Trust Company Article in the Corporate Fiduciary Act. Sets forth provisions concerning certificates of authority; rulemaking and organization; certificates of authority for foreign corporate fiduciaries; eligibility; fees; and certificates of reciprocity. Makes other changes to various Acts. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Walker (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Assignments
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MT bill #HB737 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Generally revise suicide prevention laws
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a voluntary suicide prevention program in Montana that allows individuals to temporarily waive their firearm rights by adding themselves to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) indices. The program enables a person to voluntarily submit a form to local law enforcement to be added to a "do-not-sell list" that would prevent them from purchasing firearms. Individuals can submit these forms at various locations like court clerks' offices, law enforcement agencies, and medical professionals' offices, and must provide government-issued photo identification. After submission, the person will be added to the NICS within 24 hours. The bill includes provisions for removing oneself from the list through a standard 21-day process or an expedited court hearing, with protections to ensure the request is voluntary and knowing. The legislation also includes confidentiality protections, prevents discrimination based on voluntary waiver, and establishes penalties for false statements or coercion. The goal is to provide a proactive tool for individuals experiencing mental health challenges or suicidal ideation to temporarily restrict their own access to firearms, with a straightforward process for voluntary participation and removal.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM BY PROVIDING FOR A VOLUNTARY DO-NOT-SELL LIST; ALLOWING A PERSON TO VOLUNTARILY WAIVE THE PERSON'S FIREARM RIGHTS BY BEING PLACED IN THE NATIONAL INSTANT CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK SYSTEM INDICES; PROVIDING FOR THE AVAILABILITY OF VOLUNTARY WAIVER FORMS; ESTABLISHING PROCESSES FOR ADDITION, REMOVAL, AND EXPEDITED REMOVAL FROM THE VOLUNTARY DO-NOT-SELL LIST; PROVIDING FOR CONFIDENTIALITY; PROVIDING FOR NONDISCRIMINATION BASED ON A PERSON'S VOLUNTARY WAIVER; ESTABLISHING PENALTIES; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; AMING SECTIONS 45-8-312, 45-8-314, AND 45-8-321, MCA; PROVIDING FOR CONTINGENT VOIDNESS; AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATES.”
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• Introduced: 11/14/2024
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ed Stafman (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: (H) Missed Deadline for General Bill Transmittal
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UT bill #HB0341 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Higher Education Revisions
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive revisions to Utah's higher education laws, primarily focusing on expanding the definition of "private postsecondary educational institution" across multiple sections of state code. The bill defines a private postsecondary educational institution as an institution that does not receive direct state funding and provides higher education programs, including both nonprofit and for-profit colleges and universities. Importantly, the legislation systematically replaces previous, more specific references to private institutions (such as those accredited by specific organizations) with this broader definition. The changes affect numerous areas of higher education law, including scholarship programs, loan provisions, transfer agreements, and institutional definitions. The bill aims to create more consistent and flexible language around private educational institutions, potentially making it easier for a wider range of institutions to participate in state higher education programs and initiatives. Most provisions are set to take effect on May 7, 2025, with a special provision for one section related to the University of Utah School of Medicine that could take effect earlier if approved by a two-thirds majority of the legislature. The bill represents a technical update to Utah's higher education statutes, standardizing terminology and potentially broadening institutional participation in state educational programs.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends the application of Title 53B, State System of Higher Education.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Val Peterson (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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KS bill #SB295 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Removing the criminal penalties for possession of a personal-use quantity of marijuana and creating a civil penalty for possession of a personal-use quantity of marijuana.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes criminal penalties for possession of a personal-use quantity of marijuana and replaces them with a civil marijuana infraction. Under the new law, individuals 18 and older who possess one ounce or less of marijuana would be subject to a $25 fine or up to three hours of community service, while individuals under 18 would be required to complete up to five hours of community service or a drug awareness program. Importantly, no person can be arrested for a marijuana infraction, and for individuals under 18, their parents or legal guardians would be notified. The bill prohibits municipalities from creating their own ordinances related to marijuana possession and ensures that a marijuana infraction cannot impact driving privileges, student financial aid, public housing, employment opportunities, adoptive parent status, or probation conditions. Additionally, records of marijuana infractions will not be entered into criminal databases, and law enforcement agencies are required to collect and report data on these infractions annually. Fines collected will be split equally between the state general fund and a new drug awareness program fund administered by the Department for Children and Families. The bill defines a personal-use quantity as one ounce or less of marijuana, five grams or less of marijuana resin or concentrates, and 1,000 milligrams or less of tetrahydrocannabinols.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning marijuana; removing the criminal penalties for possession of a personal-use quantity of marijuana; creating a marijuana infraction; amending K.S.A. 21-5706 and 21-5709 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 21-6607 and 22-3717 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Senate Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs
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KY bill #SB111 • Last Action 03/12/2025
AN ACT relating to juvenile justice.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses comprehensive reforms to Kentucky's juvenile justice system, with a primary focus on improving mental health care and detention procedures for youth. The bill creates a new section in Kentucky law defining a "high acuity youth" as a child who requires specialized treatment for aggressive or destructive behavior, and establishes a detailed protocol for assessing, treating, and managing such youth. Key provisions include requiring a behavioral assessment by a clinical professional before a child is placed in a psychiatric hospital, creating a collaborative process between mental health professionals, the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the courts to develop treatment plans, and establishing higher reimbursement rates for psychiatric care. The bill also amends multiple existing statutes to support these changes, including modifications to detention procedures, facility definitions, and record-keeping requirements. Additionally, the bill directs the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet to construct a new high-acuity mental health facility for children in juvenile justice custody, with a minimum of 16 beds and the potential for expansion. The legislation aims to provide more individualized, compassionate, and effective mental health treatment for youth in the juvenile justice system while maintaining public safety considerations.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section in KRS Chapter 200 to define terms; establish procedures for a child charged with a public offense to determine if the child is a high acuity youth; establish procedures for securing a treatment plan and dispute resolution through a review process and the court if the parties cannot agree to a plan; require a 24-hour protocol for health facilities, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the courts to direct care; establish reimbursement rates for inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care of a child by psychiatric hospitals and pediatric teaching hospitals; establish procedures for discharge and transfer of the child from an inpatient admission under specific circumstances; amend KRS 15A.305 to include a mental health facility operated by the Department of Juvenile Justice as an identified facility for the detention and treatment of children; direct the operation of two female-only facilities with authority to increase as population increases; direct reimbursement rates for local governments lodging juveniles to be set by administrative regulation; amend KRS 600.020 to remove and add defined terms; amend KRS 610.265 to remove beginning date that is past; amend KRS 610.340 to enable release of information and use of records in specific circumstances; authorize the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet to construct a high acuity health facility to be completed by February 1, 2026, subject to funding; direct the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to provide clinical services; direct the Department of Juvenile Justice to continue to implement the plan to return to a regional model of detention; direct the Finance and Administration Cabinet to report to the Legislative Research Commission by July 1, 2025 the status of the transfer of the Jefferson County Youth Detention Center property; amend various sections of KRS to conform.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Danny Carroll (R)*, Stephen Meredith (R), Matt Nunn (R), Brandon Storm (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: returned to Judiciary (H)
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UT bill #HB0023 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Insurance Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical modifications to Utah's insurance laws, focusing on several key areas. The bill updates provisions related to captive insurance companies by expanding definitions, clarifying formation and operational requirements, and providing more detailed regulations for different types of captive insurers, including sponsored captive insurance companies, pure captive insurance companies, and special purpose financial captive insurance companies. It adjusts capital and surplus requirements, investment guidelines, and reporting standards for these entities. The bill also modifies stop-loss insurance standards, increasing the specific attachment point for small employer stop-loss insurance contracts from $10,000 to $25,000 and raising the aggregate attachment point from 85% to 90% of expected claims. Additionally, the bill makes various administrative changes to insurance licensing, including updating language around title insurance producers, clarifying licensing requirements, and modifying disciplinary procedures. Other provisions include allowing insurance policies to be provided in languages other than English while maintaining that the English version will control in case of disputes, and making technical corrections to definitions and procedural requirements across multiple sections of Utah's insurance code. The bill is designed to provide more precise regulatory oversight and operational flexibility for insurance entities while maintaining consumer protections.
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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: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 54
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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IL bill #HB3144 • Last Action 03/12/2025
JUDICIAL PRIVACY-ADMIN JUDGES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Judicial Privacy Act to expand the definition of "judicial officer" to include administrative law judges, who are currently not covered by the Act's privacy protections. Specifically, the bill adds a new subsection (7) to the definition, referencing administrative law judges as defined in Section 1-15 of the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. By making this change, administrative law judges will now receive the same privacy safeguards as other judicial officers, which include protections for personal information such as home addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, and other sensitive identifying details. The bill ensures that administrative law judges, who play a critical role in interpreting and applying administrative regulations, will have their personal information shielded from public disclosure, similar to other types of judges in Illinois. This amendment helps protect the privacy and potentially the personal safety of administrative law judges by limiting access to their personal contact and residence information.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Judicial Privacy Act. Adds administrative law judges to the definition of judicial officer in the Judicial Privacy Act.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : Eva-Dina Delgado (D)*, Curtis Tarver (D), Kevin Olickal (D), Lilian Jiménez (D), Michael Crawford (D), Will Guzzardi (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
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KS bill #HB2166 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Continuing in existence certain exceptions to the disclosure of public records under the open records act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill continues and updates certain exceptions to public records disclosure under Kansas's open records act, with a focus on maintaining confidentiality for specific types of sensitive information while preserving transparency. The bill extends existing provisions that allow for exceptions to public records disclosure when the records are of a sensitive personal nature, necessary for effective government administration, or contain confidential information. It specifically continues exceptions for various statutes related to COVID-19 information sharing, health professional licensing records, and other sensitive documents through legislative review processes. The bill adds new exceptions for statutes related to specific areas such as agriculture, veterans' affairs, and professional licensing, and removes previously scheduled expiration dates for certain confidentiality provisions. The legislature maintains its commitment to carefully reviewing these exceptions, ensuring they serve a compelling public purpose and are no broader than necessary, while still upholding the strong public policy of open government. Importantly, the bill allows for continued protection of sensitive information that could potentially harm individuals or entities if disclosed, while providing a systematic approach to periodically re-evaluating these exceptions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the open records act; relating to public records; continuing in existence certain exceptions to the disclosure thereof; amending K.S.A. 65-7616 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 45-229 and 48-962 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 45-229d.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Senate Consent Calendar Passed Yea: 39 Nay: 0
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UT bill #SB0049 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Insurance Investment Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates and clarifies Utah's laws regarding insurance investments by repealing and re-enacting several sections of the state insurance code. The bill provides comprehensive definitions and guidelines for how insurance companies can invest their funds, including detailed provisions about investment types, limits, and oversight. Key provisions include establishing a minimum financial security benchmark for insurers, requiring insurers to develop written investment policies that consider risk and reward characteristics, and setting specific limitations on different classes of investments. The bill defines terms like "derivative instrument" and "Modern Portfolio Theory" and gives the insurance commissioner expanded authority to review and regulate insurers' investment practices. The commissioner can require detailed reports, retain experts to assist in investment reviews, and issue orders if an insurer's investment practices are deemed risky or non-compliant. The bill also introduces protections to ensure investments are made prudently, considering factors like economic conditions, diversification, and potential risks. Importantly, the bill takes effect on May 7, 2025, providing insurers time to adapt to the new regulatory framework.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill repeals and reenacts provisions relating to insurance investments.
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• Introduced: 12/30/2024
• Added: 12/31/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Don Ipson (R)*, Neil Walter (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0079 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Adaptive Driving Equipment Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends state sales tax law to create sales and use tax exemptions for purchases of adaptive driving equipment for motor vehicles. Specifically, the bill adds a new definition for "adaptive driving equipment" in the state tax code, defining it as mobility-enhancing equipment to be installed in a motor vehicle, such as wheelchair lifts, wheelchair securing equipment, swivel seats, hand or foot controls, and steering aids. The bill creates two new tax exemptions: one for sales of adaptive driving equipment before it is installed in a vehicle, and another for sales of vehicles with adaptive driving equipment already installed by a previous owner. When selling a vehicle with adaptive driving equipment, vehicle dealers are required to separately state the purchase price attributed to the adaptive driving equipment on the sales contract and subtract that amount when calculating sales tax. The bill provides detailed requirements for how vehicle dealers should handle these transactions and requires them to retain sales contracts for record-keeping purposes. The new tax exemptions are designed to reduce the financial burden on individuals who need specialized mobility equipment for their vehicles. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill enacts sales and use tax exemptions for purchases of adaptive driving equipment for motor vehicles.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2025
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Christine Watkins (R)*, David Hinkins (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0093 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Rehabilitation Services Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the provisions of the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Fund and its Advisory Committee, primarily expanding the fund's capabilities and clarifying its operations. The bill introduces new definitions, including "nervous system research," which refers to specific types of medical research aimed at improving clinical outcomes for individuals with spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, strokes, or neurological conditions. The bill allows the fund to provide research grants up to $100,000 annually to qualified charitable clinics, with strict requirements for grant recipients, including reporting research results, providing itemized expenditures, and returning unspent funds. The Advisory Committee's composition is slightly modified, with the addition of a member who conducts or is knowledgeable about neurological research. The committee's responsibilities are expanded to include providing an annual report to the Health and Human Services Interim Committee and meeting at least quarterly. The bill also adjusts the fund's allocation percentages for various programs and services, ensuring continued support for public education, care coordination, and direct therapeutic services for adults and children with neurological conditions. The bill will take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to enhance support and research for individuals with brain and spinal cord injuries.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Fund and Advisory Committee.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2025
• Added: 01/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Katy Hall (R)*, Ann Millner (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0069 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Government Records and Information Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several comprehensive amendments to Utah's government records and information laws, focusing primarily on voter records, government access to information, and privacy protections. The bill expands the definition of "voting history record" to include detailed information about a voter's registration, voting status, and voting methods, while also establishing stricter rules about how government officers can access and use election-related information. Specifically, the bill prohibits government officers from disclosing individual voter information such as voting method, timing, or ballot details, except in aggregate records. The legislation also introduces new restrictions on government officers' use of election records, preventing them from accessing such information for primarily personal purposes like political agendas or private interests. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions related to record classification, adding new categories of private records and adjusting the conditions under which records can be disclosed or withheld. The amendments strengthen privacy protections for voters and government record subjects while maintaining principles of governmental transparency. The bill includes criminal penalties for improper disclosure or misuse of private records, with a class B misdemeanor assigned to violations of the new restrictions. The changes are set to take effect on May 7, 2025, giving government entities time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to government records and information.
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• Introduced: 12/27/2024
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Gricius (R)*, Calvin Musselman (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0077 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Flag Display Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations regarding flag displays on government property in Utah. The legislation defines key terms like "display," "flag," and "government property," and creates strict guidelines for which flags can and cannot be displayed on government-owned locations. Most flags are prohibited from being displayed, with specific exceptions including the U.S. flag, Utah state flag, flags of military branches, flags of local government entities, Olympic flags, school flags, and flags of certain recognized organizations. The state auditor is tasked with investigating potential violations, with the authority to impose $500 per day fines for non-compliant government entities. For school districts, the bill ensures that the state will defend and indemnify individuals enforcing these flag display rules, and it includes provisions protecting student expression and anti-discrimination principles. The law also includes a severability clause, meaning that if any part of the legislation is found invalid by a court, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, giving government entities time to prepare for and implement these new flag display restrictions.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill allows the display of certain flags on government property.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Trevor Lee (R)*, Dan McCay (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 59
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0068 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Insurance Funds Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to Utah state law related to insurance funds and public agency insurance mutuals. The bill introduces and defines new terms such as "public agency insurance mutual" and "reserve fund" in various sections of Utah code. A key provision allows public agency insurance mutuals and reserve funds to form captive insurance companies and authorizes the state treasurer to invest their assets with a primary goal of providing stability, income, and growth of principal. The bill also specifies that the state treasurer should invest and manage these assets as a prudent investor would, considering the purposes and circumstances of the investments while exercising reasonable care, skill, and caution. Additionally, the bill exempts public agency insurance mutuals and reserve funds from certain state money management regulations and provides clarity on their investment standards and governmental status. The amendments also adjust various technical definitions and investment parameters across different sections of Utah law, with the bill set to take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to insurance funds.
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• Introduced: 12/27/2024
• Added: 12/28/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Dunnigan (R)*, Evan Vickers (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 49
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0060 • Last Action 03/12/2025
State Tax Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to various sections of Utah's tax code, addressing issues related to tax credits, reporting requirements, and income tax calculations. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill modifies several aspects of Utah's tax code, including provisions for clean energy tax credits, enterprise zone tax credits, and reporting requirements. It extends the carry-forward period for pass-through entity tax credits from five to ten years, introduces new reporting requirements for payment settlement entities, and adjusts how social security benefits and income are taxed. The bill also establishes a mechanism to remove tax credits from tax returns if they are claimed by fewer than 10 entities and total less than $10,000 annually for three consecutive years. Key changes include modifications to the clean energy systems tax credit, enterprise zone tax credit, and individual income tax calculations. Some provisions will take effect on May 7, 2025, while others will apply to taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2026. The bill aims to streamline tax reporting, provide clarity on tax credit eligibility, and make minor technical corrections to existing tax law.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions relating to the tax code.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/21/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Steve Eliason (R)*, Dan McCay (R)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 48
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0048 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Wildland Urban Interface Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses wildfire risks in wildland urban interface (WUI) areas by establishing a comprehensive framework for property evaluation, insurance, and mitigation. The legislation creates a new program where the Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands will develop a mapping tool to identify high-risk WUI properties and establish a triage scale to classify these properties based on fire preparedness. Counties will be responsible for annually evaluating high-risk properties and assessing fees based on square footage, with fees deposited into a Wildland-urban Interface Prevention, Preparedness, and Mitigation Fund. The bill also regulates property and casualty insurers by requiring them to use the state's wildfire risk assessment mapping tool when determining property risk and mandating transparent communication about insurance decisions. Additionally, the legislation modifies fire safety regulations, including requirements for fire sprinkler systems, key boxes, and emergency responder communication coverage. Insurance companies must provide detailed explanations for policy cancellations or significant premium increases in WUI areas, and counties are required to adopt and enforce wildland urban interface building standards. The bill aims to reduce wildfire risks, improve community preparedness, and create a more systematic approach to managing properties in areas vulnerable to wildfires, with most provisions taking effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses efforts to oversee wildfire risks associated with wildland urban interface property.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Casey Snider (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 50
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0095 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Financial Disclosure Revisions
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Utah's Election Code to modify financial disclosure requirements and reporting processes. The bill requires the chief election officer to provide electronic notice to filing entities (such as candidates, political parties, and organizations) about upcoming financial statement deadlines, with some exceptions. Filing entities must electronically submit financial statements, which are considered timely if received by midnight Mountain Time on the due date. The lieutenant governor is now mandated to make these campaign finance statements publicly accessible within one business day of filing, and must post electronic copies of summary and interim reports within three business days. A significant new provision requires the lieutenant governor to create a searchable website feature that allows individuals to search across all financial disclosures and identify contributions or expenditures made by specific persons. The bill also requires the chief election officer to provide annual notice of reporting and filing requirements to filing entities between January 1 and January 15. The changes are designed to increase transparency and ease of access to financial disclosure information, with an effective date of January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions of the Election Code relating to financial disclosures.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Petersen (R)*, Keven Stratton (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 03/08/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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CA bill #SB642 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Employment: payment of wages.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses wage transparency and pay equity in California by making several key changes to existing labor laws. First, it requires employers to provide job postings with pay scales that are within 10% of the mean pay rate for the position, expanding on existing requirements for employers with 15 or more employees. The bill also modifies wage discrimination protections by changing language from "opposite sex" to "another sex" and extending the statute of limitations for wage discrimination claims from two to three years (or four years for willful violations). The bill clarifies that a wage discrimination cause of action can occur when a discriminatory compensation decision is adopted, when an individual becomes subject to such a decision, or when an individual is affected by its application. Additionally, the bill defines key terms like "wages," "wage rates," and "sex" more comprehensively, and makes a series of discriminatory wage payments actionable as a continuing violation if they arise from an ongoing discriminatory compensation practice. The legislation aims to provide more transparency in job postings, protect employees from wage discrimination, and give workers clearer paths to challenging unequal pay, with the ultimate goal of promoting fair compensation across different sexes and preventing wage disparities.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 432.3 and 1197.5 of the Labor Code, relating to employment.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Monique Limon (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on L., P.E. & R. and JUD.
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IL bill #SB1977 • Last Action 03/12/2025
PROP TX-HOMESTEAD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to property tax regulations in Illinois, focusing on homestead exemptions and tax deferrals for senior citizens. Specifically, the bill introduces a new requirement that any proposed bill to create or amend a homestead exemption must include an impact statement detailing the policy purpose, potential effects on taxing districts, and optional funding sources. The bill increases the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption to $85,000 for the 2025 tax year and establishes a mechanism for adjusting this limit annually based on the Consumer Price Index. Additionally, the bill allows county clerks to create and administer payment plans for tax certificates during the redemption period, potentially waiving interest penalties. For the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Program, the bill raises the maximum household income to $95,000 for the 2025 tax year and introduces a similar annual adjustment mechanism. These changes aim to provide more flexible and potentially more accessible property tax relief for senior citizens while ensuring transparency in the creation of homestead exemptions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, on and after July 1, 2026, any bill to amend an existing homestead exemption or to create a new homestead exemption shall include the submission of an impact statement prepared by the sponsor of the bill. Provides that the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption shall be $85,000 for taxable year 2025 and shall be subject to a cost-of-living adjustment in subsequent years. Provides that, for any tax certificates held by a county, the county clerk may create and administer a payment plan during the redemption period. Amends the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Makes changes concerning the maximum household income. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Peters (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Revenue
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IL bill #SB2413 • Last Action 03/12/2025
FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE PROGRAM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act to establish a comprehensive paid leave system for workers in Illinois. The program will provide eligible employees with up to 18 weeks of paid leave (with an additional 9 weeks possible for pregnancy-related conditions), funded through a payroll premium contribution split between employers and employees (starting at 1.12% of wages, with employees paying 40% and employers paying 60%). Beginning January 1, 2028, employees can take paid leave for various reasons, including caring for a family member with a serious health condition, bonding with a new child, addressing their own serious health condition, reproductive health care, dealing with domestic or sexual violence, and certain military-related exigencies. To be eligible, workers must have earned at least $1,600 during their base period, with benefits calculated at 90% of their average weekly wage, up to a maximum of $1,200 per week. The bill establishes a Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave within the Department of Labor to administer the program, creates a Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund, and provides job protection and other safeguards for workers taking leave. Self-employed individuals may also elect to be covered, and the program includes provisions for employer equivalent plans, penalties for violations, and annual reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act. Creates the Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave within the Department of Labor. Requires the Division to establish and administer a paid family and medical leave insurance program that provides benefits to employees. Provides that the program shall be administered by the Deputy Director of the Division. Sets forth eligibility requirements for benefits under the Act. Provides that a self-employed individual may elect to be covered under the Act. Contains provisions concerning disqualification from benefits; compensation for leave; the amount and duration of benefits; payments for benefits under the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund; employer equivalent plans; annual reports by the Department; hearings; penalties; notice; the coordination of leave provided under the Act with leave allowed under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, a collective bargaining agreement, or any local county or municipal ordinance; rulemaking; and other matters. Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund. Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts certain documents collected by the Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave from the Act's disclosure requirements. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Cristina Castro (D), Omar Aquino (D), Rob Martwick (D), Mike Simmons (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Laura Fine (D), Javier Cervantes (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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MI bill #HB4196 • Last Action 03/12/2025
State: identification cards; cross reference to 1972 PA 22; update. Amends sec. 5 of 2008 PA 23 (MCL 28.305). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4194'25
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Enhanced Driver License and Enhanced Official State Personal Identification Card Act by updating several provisions related to application requirements and document handling by the Secretary of State. The bill clarifies language around application submissions, requiring applicants to provide detailed personal information including full legal name, date of birth, residence address, and Social Security number, and mandating documentation that verifies U.S. citizenship. It also specifies rules about how an applicant's facial image and signature can be used, primarily by government agencies for law enforcement purposes, while maintaining strict privacy protections. The bill establishes that Social Security numbers will not be displayed on identification cards, and allows individuals to voluntarily add a communication impediment designation that can be viewed by authorized law enforcement personnel. Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for retaining application documents, with specific guidelines for storing facial images of denied applicants, and explicitly prohibits creating databases that could be shared with non-U.S. countries. The changes aim to enhance the security and accuracy of state identification processes while protecting individual privacy. The bill will take effect 90 days after being enacted into law, contingent on the passage of a related bill.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2008 PA 23, entitled"Enhanced driver license and enhanced official state personal identification card act,"by amending section 5 (MCL 28.305), as amended by 2023 PA 262.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 19 : John Fitzgerald (D)*, Tyrone Carter (D), Carrie Rheingans (D), Dylan Wegela (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Joseph Tate (D), Laurie Pohutsky (D), Regina Weiss (D), Kelly Breen (D), Julie Rogers (D), Tonya Myers Phillips (D), Kimberly Edwards (D), Phil Skaggs (D), Matt Longjohn (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Stephen Wooden (D), Carol Glanville (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/11/2025
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CA bill #AB361 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Best value procurement: school districts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends and expands the best value procurement method for school districts in California. Previously, only the Los Angeles Unified School District was authorized to use this procurement method for projects over $1,000,000 until December 31, 2025. The bill now allows the governing board of any school district (except Los Angeles Unified) to use the best value procurement method for public projects over $1,000,000, with this authorization running until December 31, 2030. Best value procurement is a method of selecting contractors that considers both price and qualifications, allowing school districts to choose bidders based on objective criteria beyond just the lowest cost. The bill defines key terms like "best value score" (price divided by qualification score) and "qualifications" (which include factors such as financial condition, relevant experience, management competency, labor compliance, and safety record). The legislation aims to help school districts select more qualified contractors, potentially reducing contract delays, change orders, and claims. The bill also establishes detailed procedures for how school districts should implement this procurement method, including prequalification of bidders, evaluation criteria, and bid selection processes. These provisions will automatically expire on January 1, 2031, unless further legislative action is taken.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 20119, 20119.2, and 20119.3 of, to amend and renumber Section 20119.6 of, to add and repeal Article 3.4 (commencing with Section 20119.8) of Chapter 1 of Part 3 of Division 2 of, and to repeal Sections 20119.5 and 20119.7 of, the Public Contract Code, relating to best value procurement.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick Schultz (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Education Hearing (13:30:00 3/12/2025 1021 O Street, Room 1100)
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UT bill #HB0530 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Utah Innovation Lab Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill reorganizes the Utah Innovation Lab into the Nucleus Institute, a quasi-public nonprofit corporation focused on technology commercialization and innovation. The bill establishes a new governance structure with a seven-member institute board, including the executive director as chair, and creates a separate five-member investment committee to manage the Utah Innovation Fund. Key changes include expanding the institute's purpose to support innovation districts, workforce development, and student opportunities, while maintaining its core mission of investing in and supporting qualified businesses that commercialize technologies developed in Utah's higher education institutions. The institute will be overseen by the Utah Board of Higher Education and will have increased flexibility in operations, though it is still subject to certain financial and governance restrictions. The bill also mandates annual reporting and auditing requirements, ensures conflict of interest protections for board and committee members, and specifies the roles and responsibilities of the executive director and investment committee in managing the fund's investments and strategic direction. The reorganization aims to enhance Utah's ability to support technological innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic development by creating a more streamlined and focused organizational structure.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill reorganizes the Utah Innovation Lab into the Nucleus Institute and amends the Utah innovation fund.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Karen Peterson (R)*, Kirk Cullimore (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 03/08/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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MS bill #SB2517 • Last Action 03/12/2025
"MS Intercollegiate Athletics Compensation Rights Act" and "Uniform Athletes Agent Act"; bring forward.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill brings forward two existing Mississippi laws: the Mississippi Intercollegiate Athletics Compensation Rights Act and the Uniform Athlete Agents Act, with the purpose of clarifying and potentially amending provisions related to student-athletes' rights and athlete agent regulations. The bill defines key terms such as "compensation" (any remuneration to a student-athlete), "publicity rights" (rights associated with a student-athlete's name, image, and likeness), and "student-athlete" (an individual enrolled or committed to a postsecondary institution). It establishes that student-athletes can earn compensation for their publicity rights, with certain restrictions, such as prohibiting agreements involving gambling, controlled substances, or brands that might negatively impact the institution's reputation. The bill also creates a comprehensive regulatory framework for athlete agents, requiring registration with the Secretary of State, mandating specific contract disclosures, and establishing penalties for violations. Athlete agents must follow strict rules, including providing written notifications to educational institutions before contacting student-athletes, maintaining records for five years, and avoiding false representations or providing improper inducements. The law aims to protect student-athletes' interests while providing clear guidelines for compensation, agent interactions, and institutional oversight, with provisions taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 37-97-103, 37-97-105, 37-97-107 And 37-97-109, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are Provisions Establishing The "mississippi Intercollegiate Athletics Compensation Rights Act," For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Sections 73-42-3, 73-42-5, 73-42-7, 73-42-9, 73-42-11, 73-42-13, 73-42-15, 73-42-17, 73-42-19, 73-42-21, 73-42-23, 73-42-25, 73-42-27, 73-42-29, 73-42-31, 73-42-33, 73-42-34, 73-42-35, 73-42-37 And 73-42-39, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are Provisions Establishing The "uniform Athlete Agents Act," For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nicole Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Decline to Concur/Invite Conf
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MI bill #HB4078 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Health: medical examiners; requirements for an investigation of the cause and manner of death; modify. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1953 PA 181 (MCL 52.202 & 52.203). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4077'25
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the requirements for medical examiners to investigate deaths in Michigan by updating several key provisions. The bill expands the circumstances under which a county medical examiner must investigate a death, including deaths without medical attendance within the year preceding death and clarifying language around home hospice care deaths. It provides medical examiners with the ability to request subpoenas for medical records related to death investigations and exempts these records from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. The bill also modifies notification requirements for physicians, hospital staff, and other individuals who become aware of sudden, unexpected, or suspicious deaths, including a new requirement to inform medical examiners if multiple individuals with similar characteristics are involved in the same incident. Additionally, the bill introduces a provision allowing medical examiners to refer elderly or vulnerable adult deaths to a specialized review team, with information from these reviews kept confidential and only shareable with specific authorities. The bill also updates technical definitions for terms like "physician" and "home hospice care" and includes a tie-bar provision requiring another related bill (House Bill 4077) to be enacted for these changes to take effect.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1953 PA 181, entitled"An act relative to investigations in certain instances of the causes of death within this state due to violence, negligence or other act or omission of a criminal nature or to protect public health; to provide for the taking of statements from injured persons under certain circumstances; to abolish the office of coroner and to create the office of county medical examiner in certain counties; to prescribe the powers and duties of county medical examiners; to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act; and to prescribe a referendum thereon,"by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 52.202 and 52.203), as amended by 2012 PA 171.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 20 : Mike Mueller (R)*, Doug Wozniak (R), Pat Outman (R), Kathy Schmaltz (R), Carrie Rheingans (D), Donavan McKinney (D), Erin Byrnes (D), Joey Andrews (D), Jason Hoskins (D), Morgan Foreman (D), Matt Longjohn (D), Mike McFall (D), Carol Glanville (D), Jennifer Conlin (D), Cynthia Neeley (D), Samantha Steckloff (D), Penelope Tsernoglou (D), Jason Morgan (D), Reggie Miller (D), Curt VanderWall (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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MI bill #HB4161 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Appropriations: omnibus; appropriations for multiple departments and branches for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive appropriations measure for multiple state departments and branches of government for fiscal years 2024 and 2025-2026. The bill allocates funding across various state agencies, including the Department of Corrections, Department of Technology, Management, and Budget, Department of Treasury, Judiciary, Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Department of State Police, and State Transportation Department. The appropriations bill covers key areas such as corrections facility operations, health care services, judicial compensation, veterans' facilities, state police services, and transportation infrastructure. For the Department of Corrections, the bill provides approximately $1.6 billion in total funding, with allocations for areas like prison food service, health care, and facility operations. The bill includes detailed line-item appropriations for each department, specifying funding sources including state general funds, federal revenues, and special revenue funds. The bill also includes numerous provisions governing the use of these appropriations, such as requirements for reporting, restrictions on fund expenditures, and guidelines for workforce management. Some notable provisions include mandates to prioritize purchasing from Michigan businesses, restrictions on using funds for non-citizen services (with some exceptions), and requirements for various reports on departmental activities and expenditures. The supplemental appropriations section addresses additional funding needs for fiscal year 2023-2024, with adjustments across multiple departments including corrections, health and human services, and others. These supplemental appropriations address specific areas like child welfare, health services, and various operational needs. The bill reflects the state's budgeting process, allocating resources across different government sectors while providing detailed guidelines for their use and accountability.
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Bill Summary: A bill to make, supplement, adjust, and consolidate appropriations for various state departments and agencies and the judicial branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026 and for various state departments and agencies 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: 02/26/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Ann Bollin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Appropriations
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MI bill #HB4070 • Last Action 03/12/2025
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.) & adds sec. 14.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) Act to include youth defense services alongside adult criminal defense services. The bill makes several key changes: it broadens the definition of "indigent" and "indigent defense services" to explicitly include youth facing delinquency proceedings, adds a representative from the children's law section to the MIDC board, and modifies various sections of the existing law to reference both adult and youth defense services. The bill requires the MIDC to develop minimum standards for providing effective legal representation to indigent youth, similar to the existing standards for adults, and ensures that youth have the right to counsel and cannot waive that right without first consulting with an attorney. The MIDC will now be responsible for establishing standards for determining youth indigency, tracking performance metrics for youth defense services, and providing grants to local defense systems to improve the quality of legal representation for youth. The bill aims to strengthen the right to effective counsel for both adults and youth in the criminal and juvenile justice systems, with a particular focus on ensuring that indigent youth receive high-quality legal representation. The amendments take effect on October 1 following the date of enactment.
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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: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Sarah Lightner (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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MO bill #HB436 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Establishes cybersecurity and informational security standards to safeguard insurance company customer information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Insurance Data Security Act, which creates comprehensive cybersecurity standards for insurance companies in Missouri. The legislation requires licensed insurance entities to develop and maintain a detailed written information security program that protects nonpublic consumer information. Key provisions include mandating risk assessments, implementing administrative and technical safeguards, conducting employee cybersecurity training, and establishing protocols for responding to potential cybersecurity events. Insurance companies must designate employees responsible for information security, identify potential threats, implement access controls, encrypt sensitive data, and maintain multi-factor authentication. In the event of a cybersecurity incident, licensees must promptly investigate, notify the state director within four business days, and take steps to restore system security. The bill provides exemptions for smaller businesses and those already compliant with certain federal privacy regulations. Notably, the act does not create a private right of action for consumers but establishes state-level oversight and potential penalties for non-compliance. The requirements will be phased in, with full implementation expected by January 1, 2028, giving insurance companies time to adapt to the new standards.
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Bill Summary: Establishes cybersecurity and informational security standards to safeguard insurance company customer information
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 12/09/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Hardwick (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 10 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
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IL bill #SB2273 • Last Action 03/12/2025
HEALTH DATA PRIVACY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive privacy protections for health data in Illinois, creating the Protect Health Data Privacy Act. The legislation requires regulated entities (businesses processing health data in Illinois) to disclose detailed health data privacy policies that clearly explain what data is collected, how it's used, and with whom it's shared. The bill mandates that businesses can only collect, process, or sell an individual's health data with explicit, informed consent, and provides individuals with several key rights, including the ability to confirm what health data is being collected about them, request deletion of their data, and withdraw consent at any time. The bill prohibits discriminatory practices against individuals who choose not to share their health data and restricts businesses from using geofencing technologies around healthcare facilities to track or collect data about individuals seeking health services. Importantly, the law allows individuals who believe their health data privacy rights have been violated to seek legal recourse, with potential damages ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, depending on whether the violation was negligent or intentional. The Attorney General is also empowered to enforce the act, treating violations as deceptive business practices. The bill applies to businesses operating in Illinois and aims to give residents greater control and transparency over their sensitive health information.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Protect Health Data Privacy Act. Provides that a regulated entity shall disclose and maintain a health data privacy policy that clearly and conspicuously discloses specified information. Sets forth provisions concerning health data privacy policies. Provides that a regulated entity shall not collect, share, or store health data, except in specified circumstances. Provides that it is unlawful for any person to sell or offer to sell health data concerning an individual without first obtaining valid authorization from the individual. Provides that a valid authorization to sell individual health data must contain specified information; a copy of the signed valid authorization must be provided to the individual; and the seller and purchaser of health data must retain a copy of all valid authorizations for sale of health data for 6 years after the date of its signature or the date when it was last in effect, whichever is later. Sets forth provisions concerning the consent required for collection, sharing, and storage of health data. Provides that an individual has the right to withdraw consent from the processing of the individual's health data. Provides that it is unlawful for a regulated entity to engage in discriminatory practices against individuals solely because they have not provided consent to the processing of their health data or have exercised any other rights provided by the provisions or guaranteed by law. Sets forth provisions concerning an individual's right to confirm whether a regulated entity is collecting, selling, sharing, or storing any of the individual's health data; an individual's right to have the individual's health data that is collected by a regulated entity deleted; prohibitions regarding geofencing; and individual health data security. Provides that any person aggrieved by a violation of the provisions shall have a right of action in a State circuit court or as a supplemental claim in federal district court against an offending party. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce a violation of the provisions as an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Defines terms. Makes a conforming change in the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Celina Villanueva (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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KY bill #HB491 • Last Action 03/12/2025
AN ACT relating to state government.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical amendments to various Kentucky state government statutes, primarily focused on updating financial thresholds and administrative procedures. The key provisions include redefining "equipment" to include advanced electronic equipment like smart medical and scientific devices, increasing multiple financial thresholds for capital projects from $200,000 to $500,000 (such as for real property leases and equipment purchases), and raising the threshold for information technology system acquisitions from $1 million to $5 million. The bill also modifies several administrative requirements, such as removing the requirement for public postsecondary boards of regents to meet within 30 days of new member appointments, mandating the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority to release account information upon request, establishing a 60-day timeframe to appeal public record inspection denials, and eliminating previous limitations on the number of retired police officers that public postsecondary institutions can employ. Additionally, the bill removes some specific invoice form requirements for personal service contracts, instead focusing on ensuring necessary information is included. These changes aim to streamline government processes, provide more flexibility in procurement and hiring, and update outdated administrative procedures.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 45.750 to redefine "equipment" to include electronic equipment that incorporates advanced computing, including smart medical, scientific, and research equipment; increase the threshold required for a lease of real property to qualify as a capital project from $200,000 annually to $500,000 annually; increase the threshold required for equipment to qualify as a capital project from $200,000 to $500,000; increase the threshold required for a lease of movable equipment to qualify as a capital project from $200,000 annually to $500,000 annually; increase the threshold for a new acquisition, upgrade, or replacement of an information technology system to qualify as a capital project from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000; amend KRS 164A.585 to permit employees of an institution or inviduals hired specifically for that project to perform work on capital construction projects costing up to $500,000; remove the requirement for a specific invoice form if a personal service contract invoice contains the information required by that form; amand KRS 45A.695 to make a technical correction; amend KRS 164.330 to remove the requirement that a public postsecondary board of regents meet within 30 days of each appointment of new members; amend KRS 61.661 to require the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority to release account information to the employer or other state or federal agency upon request; amend KRS 61.880 to establish a 60-day timeframe to appeal an agency's denial of a request to inspect a public record; amend KRS 164.952 to remove the limitations on the number of retired police officers a public postsecondary education institution may employ without paying into the retirement system.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Steve Riley (R)*, Kevin Jackson (R), Shawn McPherson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/13/2025
• Last Action: to Committee on Committees (S)
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UT bill #SB0054 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Appearance of Candidate Name on Ballot
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses how candidates' names appear on ballots in Utah elections by establishing new rules and procedures for name variations and ballot placement. Specifically, the bill creates a comprehensive framework for how election officers can handle candidates' names, including provisions for using middle names, nicknames, and other name variations. Under the new law, candidates can request to have their legal middle name, a common derivative of their middle name, or a nickname placed on the ballot, subject to specific requirements. For example, a candidate must provide affidavits from themselves and five local residents attesting that they are commonly known by the alternative name. The bill also establishes a process for randomly determining the order of candidates' names on ballots using a master ballot position list created by the lieutenant governor. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to differentiate between candidates with similar names and clarifies that a candidate's legal name will still be used to determine ballot order. The changes apply to various types of elections, including municipal, primary, and general elections, and aim to provide more flexibility for candidates while maintaining ballot integrity. The new rules will take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses the manner in which a candidate's name may appear on a ballot.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2025
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Pitcher (D)*, Stephanie Gricius (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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UT bill #HB0437 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Interdicted Person Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a comprehensive framework for designating individuals convicted of certain driving-related offenses as "interdicted persons," which means they are prohibited from purchasing or being sold alcoholic products. The bill amends multiple sections of Utah law to create a new system where individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), negligent vehicle operation resulting in injury, or automobile homicide can be designated as interdicted persons by the court. When designated, these individuals must surrender their driver's license or identification card and receive a new document with a special "interdicted person identifier" that includes features like a prominent red stripe and the text "No Alcohol Sale." The designation can last for the duration of the person's probationary period, and the individual will be required to pay an administrative fee to obtain the new identification with the interdicted person marker. The bill also requires various state agencies, including the Driver License Division, to implement procedures for tracking and enforcing these restrictions. By creating this system, the legislation aims to provide an additional mechanism for preventing individuals with serious driving offenses from purchasing alcohol, potentially reducing the risk of repeat incidents. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, allowing time for agencies to prepare implementation procedures.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill provides that an individual convicted of driving under the influence may be designated as an interdicted person.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Steve Eliason (R)*, Jerry Stevenson (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 46
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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MN bill #HF2260 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Department of Human Services policy bill sections on background studies, Department of Corrections reconsiderations, kickback crimes, and appeals divisions worker protections; criminal penalties provided.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several key policy changes related to human services programs, background studies, and prohibited practices. It modifies existing statutes to strengthen regulations around child care assistance programs by explicitly prohibiting kickbacks and fraudulent practices. The bill expands definitions of intentional program violations for child care providers, making it illegal to receive or provide kickbacks, and clarifies what constitutes prohibited hiring practices. It allows for electronic signatures in background study documentation and broadens the scope of background study reviews by enabling commissioners to examine criminal records from various sources. The bill also creates a new section of law specifically addressing human services program crimes, establishing detailed definitions and penalties for prohibited payments and remuneration in federal health care, state behavioral health, and family programs. Additionally, the bill includes provisions protecting judicial officials' personal information and updates legal representation guidelines for prosecuting wrongful payments. The changes aim to prevent fraud, protect vulnerable populations, and ensure more rigorous oversight of human services programs, with most provisions taking effect in August 2025.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; Department of Human Services policy bill sections on background studies, Department of Corrections reconsiderations, kickback crimes, and appeals division worker protections; providing for criminal penalties; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 142E.51, subdivisions 5, 6; 245C.05, by adding a subdivision; 245C.08, subdivision 3; 245C.22, subdivision 5; 256.98, subdivision 1; 256B.12; 480.40, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 609.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Brion Curran (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
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IL bill #SB0019 • Last Action 03/12/2025
PRB-ADMIN CHANGES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several significant changes to various aspects of Illinois' criminal justice system, primarily focusing on the Prisoner Review Board (PRB) and victims' rights. The bill modifies the Illinois Pension Code to specify that a full-time Prisoner Review Board member does not violate return-to-work provisions, and updates the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act to expand victim participation rights. Specifically, the bill now allows persons with protective orders to submit victim statements and requires the PRB to publish procedural information about submitting such statements. The Unified Code of Corrections is also amended to require PRB members to have more diverse professional backgrounds, including experience in victim advocacy. The bill mandates comprehensive training for PRB members on topics like domestic violence, rehabilitative corrections, and racial bias. Additionally, the bill introduces new factors for the PRB to consider when making parole decisions, such as rehabilitation programming participation, potential for rehabilitation, and the petitioner's background. The bill also requires the PRB to provide more detailed explanations for parole denials and ensures that victims receive notice and an opportunity to comment before an offender is discharged from parole. These changes aim to make the parole process more transparent, victim-centered, and focused on rehabilitation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Judges Article of the Illinois Pension Code. Specifies that a person who serves as a full-time member of the Prisoner Review Board does not violate the Code's return-to-work provisions on the basis of service on the Prisoner Review Board. Amends the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act. Provides that persons who have final, plenary, or non-emergency protective orders granted against the petitioner or parole candidate may submit victim statements. Provides that the Prisoner Review Board shall publish on its official website, and provide to registered victims, procedural information on how to submit victim statements. Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that the Prisoner Review Board may contain members who have experience in advocacy for victims of crime and their families, advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, or intimate partner violence. Provides that at least 3 members of the Board (currently, 6) must have at least 3 years experience in the field of juvenile matters. Provides that a total of 7 members must have at least 5 years' experience as a law enforcement officer, parole officer, prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, or judge. Contains provisions concerning training for members and commissioners of the Prisoner Review Board. Makes changes concerning factors to be considered by the Board in deciding whether to grant or deny parole. Provides that, prior to entering an order discharging a person from parole or mandatory supervised release, the Prisoner Review Board shall provide notice and a 30-day opportunity to comment to any registered victim. Requires the Department of Corrections to prepare a report describing whether the subject has completed the mandatory conditions of parole or mandatory supervised release. Contains provisions concerning LEADS reports. Provides that all petitioners for clemency and medical release and all candidates for parole appearing before the Prisoner Review Board shall be afforded the opportunity to appear in person or via interactive video teleconference. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Don Harmon (D)*, Laura Murphy (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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MS bill #SB2832 • Last Action 03/12/2025
County website; allow counties without local newspapers to publish certain notices on.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows counties without local newspapers to publish certain official notices, legal advertisements, and other required publications on their official county websites instead of in print newspapers. The bill amends numerous sections of Mississippi Code to provide an alternative method of public notice for counties that do not have a newspaper published within their boundaries. Specifically, the bill permits county boards of supervisors to publish required notices, such as budget statements, tax levy intentions, bond issuance notifications, public hearing announcements, and other legally mandated publications on the county's official website. The online publications must be secure, verifiable, and accessible to the public, and must follow similar timing and duration requirements as traditional newspaper publications. The bill aims to modernize and simplify the public notice process for rural counties that may lack local print media, ensuring that important governmental information remains publicly available. The provisions of this bill would take effect on July 1, 2025, and automatically be repealed on June 30, 2025, suggesting it is intended as a temporary or experimental measure to test alternative public notification methods.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 17-3-3, 17-5-1, 17-11-37, 17-11-45, 17-17-107, 17-17-109, 17-17-227, 17-17-237, 17-17-309, 17-17-311, 17-17-329, 17-17-337, 17-17-348, 17-18-17, 17-21-53, 19-3-1, 19-3-11, 19-3-19, 19-3-33, 19-3-35,19-3-67, 19-3-79, 19-5-9, 19-5-21, 19-5-23, 19-5-81, 19-5-92.1, 19-5-155, 19-5-157, 19-5-189, 19-5-199, 19-5-207, 19-5-219, 19-5-221, 19-7-3, 19-7-21, 19-9-11, 19-9-13, 19-9-27, 19-9-111, 19-9-114, 19-11-7, 19-13-53, 19-15-3, 19-23-5, 19-27-31, 19-29-7, 19-29-9, 19-29-18, 19-29-33, 19-31-7, 19-31-9, 19-31-23 And 19-31-39, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Modernize And Simplify The Notice Publication Process For Counties By Allowing Online Publication As An Alternative To Newspaper Publication In Counties Where There Is No Newspaper Published Or Located Within The County; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Rhodes (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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IL bill #SB1940 • Last Action 03/12/2025
MOBILE HOME PARK-OMBUD
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson Act, establishing an Office of Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson within the Illinois Department of Public Health. The bill defines key terms like "manufactured home" and "mobile home park" and outlines the Ombudsperson's responsibilities, which include providing training and educational materials to residents, park owners, and managers about mobile home park operations and relevant laws. The Ombudsperson will maintain a website with informational resources, offer a toll-free number, and help resolve disputes between park owners and residents through a structured process. Mobile home parks will be required to develop written complaint resolution policies, and residents must follow specific steps before seeking the Ombudsperson's assistance, such as first submitting a complaint to the park's managing agent and waiting a specified timeframe. The bill emphasizes confidentiality of information collected during dispute resolution and mandates annual reporting to the General Assembly about the Office's activities, including workload data and analysis of common issues in mobile home parks. The Office will begin operations by July 1, 2026, and will have the authority to adopt rules for administering the Act.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson Act. Creates the Office of Mobile and Manufactured Home Ombudsperson within the Department of Public Health. Provides that the Ombudsperson shall offer training, educational materials and course offerings for residents, owners, and other interested persons or groups on the operation and management of mobile and manufactured home parks and the relevant laws that are applicable. Requires the Ombudsperson to establish a written policy for resolving complaints made by residents and a dispute resolution process to assist resolving disputes between owners of mobile home parks and residents.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services
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CA bill #SB464 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Employer pay data.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California's existing employer pay data reporting requirements by expanding the scope and details of annual pay data reports. Specifically, the bill requires public employers with 100 or more employees to start submitting annual pay data reports beginning in 2027, in addition to the existing requirements for private employers. The reports must now include demographic information about sexual orientation, which employees can voluntarily disclose. Employers must collect and store this demographic information separately from personnel records. The pay data reports will continue to require information about employee numbers across various job categories, broken down by race, ethnicity, sex, and now sexual orientation, and must include median and mean hourly rates for each demographic combination. The bill also modifies enforcement mechanisms, mandating that courts impose civil penalties on employers who fail to file required reports when requested by the Civil Rights Department. Notably, the bill requires the department to publish private employer reports in a manner that prevents identifying individual employees. This legislation aims to increase transparency around workplace pay equity and provide more comprehensive data about compensation across different demographic groups.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 12999 of the Government Code, relating to civil rights.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)*, Laura Richardson (D)*, Akilah Weber Pierson (D)*, Mia Bonta (D), Isaac Bryan (D), Sade Elhawary (D), Mike Gipson (D), Corey Jackson (D), Tina McKinnor (D), Rhodesia Ransom (D), LaShae Sharp-Collins (D), Lori Wilson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on L., P.E. & R. and JUD.
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IL bill #SB0050 • Last Action 03/12/2025
AGE-APPROPRIATE DESIGN CODE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Illinois Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, which creates comprehensive privacy protections for children under 18 years old when they interact with online services, products, and features. The legislation requires covered entities (businesses that meet certain revenue or data processing thresholds) to conduct thorough data protection impact assessments that evaluate potential risks to children, such as physical, financial, psychological, or emotional harm. Businesses must configure default privacy settings to high levels of protection, provide clear and age-appropriate privacy information, and offer tools for children or parents to exercise privacy rights. The bill prohibits practices like profiling children by default, collecting unnecessary personal data, processing location data without clear consent, and using manipulative design techniques (called "dark patterns") to exploit children. If a covered entity violates these requirements, they can be subject to civil penalties of up to $2,500 per child for negligent violations or $7,500 per child for intentional violations, with enforcement conducted exclusively by the Illinois Attorney General. The law will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving businesses time to adapt their online services to comply with the new child-focused privacy standards. Importantly, the bill explicitly aims to protect children's rights and freedoms while creating a framework for more responsible digital design.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Illinois Age-Appropriate Design Code Act. Provides that all covered entities that operate in the State and process children's data in any capacity shall do so in a manner consistent with the best interests of children. Provides that a covered entity subject to the Act shall take specified actions to protect children's privacy in connection with online services, products, or features, including completing a data protection impact assessment for an online service, product, or feature that is reasonably likely to be accessed by children; and maintain documentation of the data protection impact assessment. Contains provisions concerning additional requirements for covered entities; prohibited acts by covered entities; data practices; enforcement by the Attorney General; limitations of the Act; data protection impact assessment dates; and severability. Amends the State Finance Act to create the Age-Appropriate Design Code Enforcement Fund. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Sue Rezin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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MN bill #HF1567 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Personal information protections currently available for judicial officials extended to peace officers.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends existing personal information protections currently available for judicial officials to peace officers, creating comprehensive safeguards for their privacy across multiple sections of Minnesota law. Specifically, the bill modifies definitions to include peace officers alongside judicial officials in statutes governing personal data protection, and defines peace officers as individuals licensed under Minnesota law enforcement standards. The protections include preventing the public posting, displaying, publishing, selling, or making available online certain personal information such as residential addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, and children's names. The bill allows judicial officials and peace officers to request removal of their personal information from websites and provides legal recourse if such information is not removed, including potential civil actions and penalties. Violations of these protections can result in misdemeanor or felony charges, depending on the circumstances, with potential damages, court costs, and attorney fees. The bill becomes effective on August 1, 2025, and is designed to protect the personal safety and privacy of law enforcement professionals by restricting unauthorized disclosure of their personal details.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to government data practices; extending to peace officers the personal information protections currently available for judicial officials; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 13.991; 480.40; 480.45; 609.476.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 9 : Bidal Duran (R)*, Paul Novotny (R), Terry Stier (R), Elliott Engen (R), Jim Joy (R), Matt Bliss (R), Walter Hudson (R), Josh Heintzeman (R), Krista Knudsen (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Author added Knudsen
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IL bill #SB2184 • Last Action 03/12/2025
USE AND RESEARCH-ENTHEOGENS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act, which establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for the legal use of psilocybin in Illinois. The bill aims to develop a safe, accessible, and therapeutic approach to psilocybin services for adults 21 and older, focusing on harm reduction and mental health treatment. Key provisions include establishing an Illinois Psilocybin Advisory Board to guide policy, creating a licensing system for psilocybin product manufacturers, service centers, and facilitators, and implementing strict guidelines for psilocybin administration. The legislation requires multiple steps for psilocybin services, including a mandatory preparation session, a supervised administration session, a post-administration evaluation, and an integration session. Facilitators must be licensed and meet specific educational and training requirements. The bill emphasizes client safety, informed consent, and a trauma-informed approach, with a detailed "Client Bill of Rights" to protect individuals receiving psilocybin services. The bill removes psilocybin from Schedule I controlled substances and imposes a 15% tax on psilocybin products beginning in 2026. It also includes provisions for protecting client confidentiality, establishing safety standards, and creating funds to support the program's implementation and oversight. Notably, the bill explicitly excludes peyote from its provisions due to its cultural significance to Native American communities and its endangered status. The overall goal is to transition away from criminalization of psychedelic substances, prioritize mental health treatment, and create a regulated environment that promotes safe, controlled access to psilocybin for therapeutic purposes.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act. Establishes the Illinois Psilocybin Advisory Board within the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for the purpose of advising and making recommendations to the Department regarding the provision of psilocybin and psilocybin services. Provides that the Department shall begin receiving applications for the licensing of persons to manufacture or test psilocybin products, operate service centers, or facilitate psilocybin services. Contains licensure requirements and prohibitions. Provides that a licensee or licensee representative may manufacture, deliver, or possess a psilocybin product. Provides that a licensee or licensee representative may not sell or deliver a psilocybin product to a person under 21 years of age. Provides that a person may not sell, give, or otherwise make available a psilocybin product to a person who is visibly intoxicated. Creates the Psilocybin Control and Regulation Fund and the Illinois Psilocybin Fund and makes conforming changes in the State Finance Act. Requires the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and the Department of Revenue to perform specified duties. Contains provisions concerning rulemaking, taxes, fees, zoning, labeling, and penalties. Provides that beginning January 1, 2026, a tax is imposed upon purchasers for the privilege of using psilocybin at a rate of 15% of the purchase price. Preempts home rule powers. Contains other provisions. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that a person shall not drive or be in actual physical control of any vehicle within the State while there is any amount of a drug, substance, or compound in the person's breath, blood, other bodily substance, or urine resulting from the unlawful use or consumption of psilocybin as defined in the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act. Amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act. Removes psilocybin and psilocin from the list of Schedule I controlled substances. Amends the Illinois Independent Tax Tribunal Act of 2012. Provides that the Tax Tribunal shall have original jurisdiction over all determinations of the Department of Revenue reflected on specified notices issued under the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens Act. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt specific records from disclosure. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 22 : Rachel Ventura (D)*, Willie Preston (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Mike Hastings (D), Craig Wilcox (R), Dave Koehler (D), Cristina Castro (D), Karina Villa (D), Mike Simmons (D), Omar Aquino (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Mark Walker (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Christopher Belt (D), Kimberly Lightford (D), Robert Peters (D), Lakesia Collins (D), Ram Villivalam (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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MO bill #HB145 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Modifies provisions of the sunshine law
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Missouri's Sunshine Law (section 610.021) by expanding the list of circumstances under which public governmental bodies can close meetings, records, and votes. The bill adds two new provisions to the existing law: first, it allows public bodies to keep confidential any portion of a record containing individually identifiable information about a minor under 18 years old for cities, towns, villages, or park boards (with a specific exception for labor standards enforcement), and second, it permits governmental bodies to keep confidential individually identifiable customer information for visitors making camping, lodging, or shelter reservations at Missouri state parks or historic sites, unless the visitor requests the records or authorizes their release. The existing law already contained numerous exceptions to public disclosure, including legal actions, real estate transactions, personnel matters, health proceedings, test materials, sealed bids, and security-related information. These new provisions further protect personal information, particularly for minors and state park visitors, while maintaining the general principle of government transparency established by the Sunshine Law. The bill does not fundamentally change the existing structure of exceptions but adds two specific new categories of potentially confidential information.
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Bill Summary: Modifies provisions of the sunshine law
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Falkner (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 10 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
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UT bill #HB0488 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Federalism Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for strengthening federalism in Utah by creating new roles and responsibilities for the Center for Constitutional Studies and the Gary R. Herbert Institute for Public Policy at Utah Valley University. The bill expands the Federalism Commission from 9 to 14 members, primarily composed of state legislators, and charges the Center with developing a nonpartisan education and training program on federalism principles, including detailed curriculum covering topics like state sovereignty, constitutional amendments, and federal government limitations. The Center will also organize annual conferences, study potential interstate federalism organizations, and coordinate with private sector actors to build national support for federalism efforts. The Herbert Institute will serve as a liaison between the commission and the center, conduct outreach, and support federalism initiatives. The bill includes a fiscal appropriation of $910,000 for Utah Valley University, with $500,000 designated for the Center's ongoing federalism work and $350,000 for one-time expenses, along with $60,000 for the Institute's efforts. Additionally, the bill requires executive branch agencies to designate contact persons to help assess federal jurisdictional issues and potential state responses. The legislation is designed to enhance understanding of state rights and provide mechanisms for evaluating and potentially challenging federal laws that may exceed constitutional boundaries.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to federalism.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Ken Ivory (R)*, Keven Stratton (R), Kay Christofferson (R), Colin Jack (R), Logan Monson (R), Nicholeen Peck (R), Jason Thompson (R), Stephen Whyte (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 58
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ enrolled bill to Printing in Clerk of the House
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IL bill #SB2006 • Last Action 03/12/2025
HIGHWAY WORK ZONE SAFETY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Highway Work Zone Safety Act, creating a new program to enhance safety in highway construction and maintenance zones through automated speed enforcement. The Illinois Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Illinois State Police and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, will implement an automated traffic control system to detect and penalize speeding in work zones. Before deploying these systems, they will conduct public information campaigns and clearly post signs indicating automated enforcement. Violations will result in civil penalties ranging from $100 to $200, with the proceeds distributed among various state funds. The bill includes strict provisions for handling photographic evidence, ensuring data privacy, and limiting the use of recorded images. For rental vehicles, if a rental company provides the renter's information within 30 days, the citation will be transferred to the actual driver. The legislation also amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Illinois Vehicle Code to support the new program, and it repeals the previous law governing automated traffic control systems in highway work zones. The primary goal is to improve safety for workers and drivers in construction and maintenance areas by discouraging speeding through technological enforcement.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Highway Work Zone Safety Act. Establishes the Highway Work Zone Speed Control Pilot Program. Provides that the Program's purpose is to enforce the speed limits established for construction or maintenance speed zones. Requires the Illinois State Police, in conjunction with the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, to set up and operate automated traffic control systems in highway construction and maintenance speed zones to detect violations of posted work zone speed limits. Provides that, before setting up an automated traffic control system for the purposes of the Program: (1) the Illinois State Police and the Illinois Department of Transportation may conduct a public information campaign to inform drivers about the use of automated traffic control systems to detect speeds in excess of a work zone speed limit; and (2) signs indicating that work zone speeds are enforced by automated traffic control systems shall be clearly posted in the areas where the systems are or will be in use. Provides that the Illinois Department of Transportation or the Illinois State Police may employ automated traffic control system operators to operate automated traffic control systems in construction or maintenance speed zones. Contains provisions concerning photographs and recorded images, violations, rented or leased vehicles, procurement, and rulemaking. Makes conforming changes in the Freedom of Information Act and in the Illinois Vehicle Code. Repeals the Automated Traffic Control Systems in Highway Construction or Maintenance Zones Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Assignments
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MN bill #HF2161 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Human services inspector general, home and community-based licensing, behavioral health licensing, backgrounds studies provisions, corrections reconsiderations, anti-kickback laws, and judges personal data protection provisions modified.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous modifications to various human services licensing, background study, and program regulations across multiple Minnesota statutes. The bill addresses several key areas, including child care provider regulations, substance use disorder treatment program requirements, licensing procedures, and anti-kickback provisions. Specifically, the bill introduces new provisions to prevent fraud in child care assistance programs, clarifies licensing requirements for various human services programs, updates documentation and treatment standards for substance use disorder programs, and creates a new criminal statute addressing prohibited payments in human services programs. The bill also includes provisions for electronic signatures, updates to background study processes, and protections for judicial officials' personal information. Notable changes include modifying timelines for treatment plan reviews in opioid treatment programs, clarifying training requirements for counselors working with adolescents, and establishing new criminal penalties for kickbacks and fraudulent activities in human services programs. The bill aims to improve program integrity, enhance service quality, and provide clearer guidelines for human services providers across various settings.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to human services; Department of Human Services Office of Inspector General and operations policy provisions; modifying provisions on home and community-based services licensing, behavioral health licensing, background studies, Department of Corrections reconsiderations, anti-kickback laws, and human services judges personal data protection; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 142E.51, subdivisions 5, 6; 144.651, subdivision 2; 245A.04, subdivisions 1, 7; 245A.16, subdivision 1; 245A.242, subdivision 2; 245C.05, by adding a subdivision; 245C.08, subdivision 3; 245C.22, subdivision 5; 245D.02, subdivision 4a; 245G.05, subdivision 1; 245G.06, subdivisions 1, 2a, 3a; 245G.07, subdivision 2; 245G.08, subdivision 6; 245G.09, subdivision 3; 245G.11, subdivision 11; 245G.18, subdivision 2; 245G.19, subdivision 4, by adding a subdivision; 245G.22, subdivisions 1, 14, 15; 256.98, subdivision 1; 256B.12; 480.40, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 609; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 245A.11, subdivision 8.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeff Backer (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Human Services Finance and Policy
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UT bill #HB0224 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Inmate Reentry, Finances, and Debt Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses inmate reentry, finances, and debt modifications by implementing several key provisions across multiple state agencies. Beginning January 1, 2027, county jails and state prisons must notify the Office of State Debt Collection, State Tax Commission, and Office of Recovery Services about inmates who have been incarcerated for 90 consecutive days, providing details about their incarceration and reasons for imprisonment. The bill introduces a suspension of interest accrual on an individual's accounts receivable during incarceration and for 180 days after release, with exceptions for certain types of debts. The Department of Corrections must now create a comprehensive reentry division focusing on screening, assessments, individualized plans, treatment, education, job preparation, and release planning. Additionally, the bill modifies child support regulations by preventing the treatment of incarceration as voluntary unemployment and allowing for automatic suspension of child support orders for incarcerated individuals (with specific exceptions), ensuring that individuals are not financially penalized during their period of incarceration. The legislation also requires state agencies to provide financial education and account statements to inmates, helping them manage and understand their financial obligations while incarcerated and during their transition back into society.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill concerns inmate and former inmate reentry, finances, and debts.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Melissa Ballard (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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UT bill #HB0475 • Last Action 03/12/2025
Public Funds Reporting Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the duties of the state auditor by adding a new requirement for an annual public funds reporting process. Specifically, the bill mandates that by January 31st each year, the state auditor must prepare a comprehensive report detailing the total balance of cash, cash equivalents, and investments for each entity that holds public funds, as defined in Section 51-7-3. The report must include the balances as of the last day of the immediately preceding fiscal year, and the state auditor is required to make this report publicly available on their website. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board's established standards will guide how cash, cash equivalents, and investments are defined and calculated. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to increase transparency by providing a standardized annual overview of public fund holdings across different governmental entities.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies the duties of the state auditor.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Neil Walter (R)*, Evan Vickers (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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TX bill #HB1456 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate complaints by parents of children enrolled in public school.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new Office of Inspector General (OIG) within the Texas Education Agency to investigate complaints from parents of public school children. The inspector general, appointed by the governor, will have broad powers to receive and investigate complaints about unethical conduct or potential violations of state or federal education laws by school districts, charter schools, the State Board of Education, or their employees. The office can attend school meetings, inspect records, issue subpoenas, and refer matters to other agencies for further action. All complaint information will be kept confidential, and the bill explicitly prohibits retaliation against parents or individuals who file or cooperate with investigations in good faith. The inspector general must submit annual reports to the agency and State Board of Education detailing their work, including trends in complaints, recommended changes, and any actions taken in response to substantiated complaints. The new office is designed to provide an additional layer of oversight and accountability in the Texas public education system, giving parents a formal mechanism to raise concerns about potential misconduct or legal violations. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, with the governor expected to appoint an inspector general soon after the bill becomes law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate complaints by parents of children enrolled in public school.
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• Introduced: 11/22/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jared Patterson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/22/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Public Education
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CA bill #AB1055 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Accessory dwelling units: proof of residential occupancy requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing California law to make two primary changes. First, it modifies regulations concerning accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units by allowing local agencies to require proof of residential occupancy when streamlining the approval of these units. An accessory dwelling unit is a smaller, secondary housing unit located on the same lot as a primary single-family home. Previously, local agencies were limited in the requirements they could impose on ADU approvals, but this bill expands their ability to verify actual residential use. Second, the bill appears to make non-substantive changes to provisions regarding electronic transmission of information by state agencies, though the specific details of those changes are not clearly outlined in the provided text. The bill seems to be a technical adjustment to existing laws related to housing and government communication, potentially aimed at providing local agencies with more flexibility in managing accessory dwelling unit approvals while maintaining existing protections for electronic communication standards.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 66315 of the Government Code, relating to land use.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tasha Boerner Horvath (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Re-referred to Com. on H. & C.D.
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CT bill #SB01487 • Last Action 03/11/2025
An Act Concerning Transportation Network Companies And Third-party Delivery Companies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for transportation network companies (TNCs) like ride-sharing services and third-party delivery companies, with several key provisions. The bill requires TNCs to provide detailed electronic receipts to both drivers and riders within five minutes and twenty-four hours after a ride or delivery, including information such as time, distance, driver compensation, and fare breakdown. Companies must now register annually with the Connecticut Department of Transportation and pay registration fees based on the number of drivers (ranging from $5,000 to $30,000). TNCs must implement real-time messaging in English and Spanish, establish an internal appeals process for drivers who are suspended or banned, and provide drivers with weekly summaries of their earnings and rides. The bill also mandates background checks for drivers, sets standards for vehicle conditions, and prohibits discrimination. For third-party delivery companies, similar receipt and transparency requirements are established. Additional provisions include requiring companies to display driver and vehicle information before rides, implementing non-discrimination policies, and creating mechanisms for reporting and addressing driver misconduct. The regulations aim to increase transparency, protect drivers' rights, and improve overall service quality in the transportation network and delivery service industries.
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Bill Summary: To (1) require transportation network companies and third-party delivery companies to provide receipts that detail time, distance and pay rate to drivers, (2) increase the registration fee for transportation network companies, and (3) require transportation network companies to provide real-time messaging, establish an appeals process and disclose certain information to their drivers.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Labor and Public Employees Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/11/2025 )
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TX bill #HB1488 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Relating to employment practices of governmental entities, state contractors, and private employers in this state regarding the legal status of employees, including requiring participation in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify program, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for certain conduct in relation to the employment of persons not lawfully present; providing an administrative penalty.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive requirements for employers in Texas to verify the legal employment status of workers through the E-Verify program, a federal electronic employment authorization verification system. The legislation applies to state agencies, state contractors, political subdivisions, and private employers, mandating that they register and participate in the E-Verify program for all new employees. The bill creates a new Legal Hiring Compliance Division within the Texas Workforce Commission to investigate potential violations, with the power to impose administrative penalties of $5,000 per violation for non-compliant employers. State agencies can require E-Verify compliance as a condition of professional licenses, and contractors who fail to comply may be barred from state contracts for up to one year. The bill also introduces provisions that prevent employers from misclassifying workers as independent contractors to avoid verification requirements and establishes a mechanism for reporting suspected violations. Political subdivisions must also verify employee information through E-Verify, with employees responsible for verification potentially facing immediate termination for non-compliance. The legislation aims to ensure that employers in Texas are hiring only legally authorized workers and provides a structured approach to enforcement and compliance.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to employment practices of governmental entities, state contractors, and private employers in this state regarding the legal status of employees, including requiring participation in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify program, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for certain conduct in relation to the employment of persons not lawfully present; providing an administrative penalty.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 12/05/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : AJ Louderback (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/03/2024
• Last Action: Referred to State Affairs
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WA bill #HB1610 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Concerning the disclosure of critical energy infrastructure information.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the state's public disclosure laws to expand exemptions for critical energy infrastructure information (CEII), which is defined as sensitive data about systems and assets whose destruction could disrupt energy supply and potentially jeopardize public health and safety. The bill adds a new provision to RCW 42.56.420 that allows government agencies to withhold CEII from public disclosure. Specifically, CEII includes records detailing actual or potential attacks, interference, or compromises of energy infrastructure through physical or cyber means that could harm interstate commerce or threaten energy supply. The information must be more specific than general location details or publicly available information to qualify for the exemption. This change aims to protect sensitive energy infrastructure details that could potentially be exploited by malicious actors, while still maintaining transparency by excluding routine or publicly known information. The bill represents an effort to enhance the security of energy systems by limiting public access to potentially vulnerable technical details about critical infrastructure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the disclosure of critical energy 2 infrastructure information; and amending RCW 42.56.420. 3
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Victoria Hunt (D)*, Beth Doglio (D), Joe Fitzgibbon (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Davina Duerr (D), Janice Zahn (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/08/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections.
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WV bill #HB2409 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Hospital Price Transparency Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Hospital Price Transparency Act, aims to require healthcare facilities in West Virginia to publicly disclose detailed pricing information for medical services and items. The bill mandates that hospitals create and publish two types of lists: a comprehensive digital file in a machine-readable format containing all standard charges for facility items and services, and a consumer-friendly list of at least 300 "shoppable services" with plain-language descriptions and various pricing details. Hospitals must make these lists freely accessible online without requiring user accounts or personal information, and must update them at least annually. The Department of Health Facilities will monitor compliance, with penalties ranging from $600 to $11,000 per day for violations, depending on the hospital's size. Importantly, the bill includes a provision that prevents hospitals from pursuing debt collection against patients if they are not in material compliance with price transparency requirements. The goal is to increase transparency in healthcare pricing, helping patients better understand and compare medical service costs before receiving treatment.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to create the Hospital Transparency Act and providing for the administration of the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Mike Hornby (R)*, Jordan Maynor (R), Jimmy Willis (R), Bryan Ward (R), Chris Anders (R), Chuck Horst (R), Lisa White (R), Laura Kimble (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Markup Discussion
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VA bill #SB1002 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds, etc.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses campaign finance regulations in Virginia, specifically focusing on prohibiting the personal use of campaign funds. The bill establishes clear guidelines for how campaign contributions can and cannot be used by candidates. Specifically, campaign funds can be used for campaign expenses, officeholder duties, contributions to charitable organizations, political party transfers, candidate contributions, dependent care expenses related to campaigning, and other lawful purposes. However, the bill explicitly prohibits using campaign funds for personal expenses that would exist regardless of holding public office, such as mortgage payments, clothing purchases, non-campaign vehicle expenses, vacations, household food items, tuition, entertainment, and family member salaries (unless the family member provides bona fide campaign services at fair market value). The bill creates a comprehensive complaint and enforcement mechanism, allowing voters and campaign contributors to file complaints about potential misuse of campaign funds with the State Board of Elections. If violations are found, the Board can require repayment of misused funds and assess civil penalties up to $10,000. The bill also establishes an advisory opinion process that allows candidates to seek guidance on whether specific expenditures would be considered personal use, and provides protection for those who rely in good faith on such advisory opinions. Additionally, the bill requires the State Board of Elections to develop guidance and publish updated campaign finance rules, with the new provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
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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 for 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 dependent 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 foregoing provisions of the bill have a delayed effective date of July 1, 2026. 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. This bill is identical to HB 2165.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Jennifer Boysko (D)*, Creigh Deeds (D), Saddam Salim (D), Irene Shin (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB1002)
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IL bill #HB1716 • Last Action 03/11/2025
ELEC CD-ELECTIONEERING
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Election Code to remove a provision that previously allowed churches and private schools to prohibit electioneering (political campaigning) on their entire property when serving as a polling place. The bill standardizes the electioneering restrictions by establishing a uniform 100-foot "campaign free zone" around polling place entrances, regardless of whether the polling location is in a church, school, or other type of building. The bill specifies how markers (such as cones or flags) should be placed to delineate this 100-foot boundary, with specific instructions for buildings with multiple floors or complex layouts. The legislation also affirms that the area beyond the campaign free zone is considered a public forum during voting hours, where people have the right to engage in political activities like placing temporary signs. Furthermore, the bill declares that regulating electioneering on polling place property is an exclusive power of the state, preventing local governments from creating their own conflicting regulations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Election Code. In provisions concerning electioneering or soliciting of votes within any polling place, removes a provision allowing a church or private school to prohibit electioneering on any of the property of that church or private school.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Maurice West (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Ethics & Elections Hearing (14:00:00 3/11/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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TX bill #HB1435 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Relating to an expedited response by a governmental body to a request for public information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a new expedited response procedure for public information requests in Texas, specifically targeting certain governmental bodies. The bill creates a new Subchapter K in the Government Code that allows qualifying governmental bodies (primarily state agencies with trained public information officers) to withhold information they believe is exempt from public disclosure without first obtaining an attorney general's decision. Under this new procedure, these bodies must respond to information requests within 10 business days, providing a detailed explanation of any withheld information, including the specific exceptions used to justify the withholding. Requestors can appeal the withholding, which triggers a formal review process where the governmental body must submit the appeal to the attorney general within five business days. To participate in this expedited process, public information officers must complete a 4-6 hour training course, and the attorney general can revoke a body's authorization to use this procedure if they fail to comply with the requirements. The bill also includes provisions for tracking the implementation of this new process, with the attorney general required to collect and publish data about its use. The new procedures will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to information requests received on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to an expedited response by a governmental body to a request for public information.
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• Introduced: 11/21/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hillary Hickland (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/21/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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MS bill #SB2392 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) grant program; Dept. of Mental Health and Division of Medicaid apply for.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes regional commissions in Mississippi to provide enhanced mental health and substance use services through Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs), a comprehensive model designed to improve access and quality of care. The bill directs the Mississippi Department of Mental Health and the Division of Medicaid to apply for a federal demonstration grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to support this initiative. The CCBHC model aims to provide holistic, evidence-based services with strong community partnerships, including coordination with law enforcement, schools, hospitals, primary care providers, and veterans' groups. The bill specifies that the CCBHC system must align with the demonstration program established by the Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) of 2014. The Department of Mental Health will be responsible for certifying and monitoring the clinics, while the Division of Medicaid will develop a prospective payment system (PPS) to fund the program. The goal is to improve mental health services, reduce recidivism, and address health disparities by creating a more integrated and responsive behavioral health care system. The provisions of this bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 41-19-33, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Regional Commissions, As Established In Section 41-19-33, To Provide Services Through Enhanced Certification As A Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (ccbhc); To Clarify Responsibilities Of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics; To Authorize And Direct The Mississippi Department Of Mental Health And The Division Of Medicaid To Submit An Application To The Federal Substance Abuse And Mental Health Services Administration (samhsa) To Join The Ccbhc Demonstration Grant At The Next Available Application Period; To Require That The Ccbhc System Be Consistent With The Demonstration Program Established By Section 223 Of The Protecting Access To Medicare Act (pama) Of 2014 And Other Applicable Federal Laws Governing The Ccbhc Model; To Provide That The Department Of Mental Health Shall Be Responsible For Certifying And Monitoring Compliance Of Ccbhc Clinics And That The Division Of Medicaid Shall Be Responsible For Establishing A Prospective Payment System (pps) To Fund The Ccbhc Program; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rod Hickman (D)*, Albert Butler (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Due From Governor 03/17/25
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MS bill #SB2181 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Public Records Act; exempt school district Test Security Plans for administration of Statewide Student Assessment Program.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Mississippi Code to add a new exemption to the Mississippi Public Records Act of 1983, specifically protecting School District Test Security Plans for the Statewide Student Assessment Program from public disclosure. The new provision (Section 7) will make these test security plans confidential, similar to other existing exemptions in the law such as test questions and answers, letters of recommendation, and certain academic research documents. The Statewide Student Assessment Program likely refers to standardized testing conducted across Mississippi school districts, and the bill aims to prevent potential security risks or test compromise by keeping the detailed plans for test administration confidential. The exemption will go into effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools and administrative bodies time to prepare for the new regulation. By protecting these test security plans, the bill seeks to maintain the integrity of standardized testing processes and prevent potential tampering or unauthorized access to sensitive educational assessment information.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-11-51, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That School District Test Security Plans For The Administration Of The Statewide Student Assessment Program Shall Be Exempt From The Mississippi Public Records Act Of 1983; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dennis DeBar (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Decline to Concur/Invite Conf
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PA bill #HB868 • Last Action 03/11/2025
In procedure, further providing for exceptions for public records; and, in judicial review, further providing for fee limitations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law in two key areas: public records exceptions and fee limitations. First, the bill adds a new exception that allows agencies to withhold records that are "reasonably burdensome" to produce, giving government agencies more discretion in responding to information requests. Second, the bill introduces new provisions regarding fees for records requests, specifically allowing agencies to charge additional fees for requests from for-profit entities. Under the new rules, agencies can require for-profit requesters to pay fees in advance, must notify requesters of fee requirements within five business days, and can ask about the purpose of the request to determine if the requester is a for-profit entity. Notably, newspapers, magazines, and broadcast outlets are exempted from these additional fees. The bill is designed to provide government agencies more flexibility in managing public records requests while potentially deterring overly broad or resource-intensive information requests from commercial entities. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), entitled "An act providing for access to public information, for a designated open-records officer in each Commonwealth agency, local agency, judicial agency and legislative agency, for procedure, for appeal of agency determination, for judicial review and for the Office of Open Records; imposing penalties; providing for reporting by State-related institutions; requiring the posting of certain State contract information on the Internet; and making related repeals," in procedure, further providing for exceptions for public records; and, in judicial review, further providing for fee limitations.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Pat Harkins (D)*, Joe McAndrew (D), José Giral (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Scott Conklin (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Missy Cerrato (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND OPERATIONS
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TX bill #SB1666 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas law regarding restitution payments to victims of crimes, primarily changing how unclaimed payments are handled and improving administrative procedures. Specifically, the bill reduces the timeframe from five to three years for when unclaimed restitution payments are considered abandoned, and mandates that such funds be transferred to the compensation to victims of crimes fund instead of being reported to the state comptroller. The bill also requires the department handling restitution to provide more detailed payment information when transferring funds to county clerks, including a history of past payments and the victim's last known address. Additionally, the bill stipulates that the payment transfer and victim information provided by the department is confidential and not subject to public disclosure. These changes aim to streamline the restitution process, ensure more efficient handling of victim payments, and protect victims' personal information. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Judith Zaffirini (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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CA bill #AB1514 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Labor contracts.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 2810 of the Labor Code to require that written contracts for labor services with certain types of contractors (such as construction, farm labor, janitorial, and security guard contractors) now include the email addresses of both the person seeking labor services and the contractor, in addition to the previously required contact information. The bill maintains existing provisions that prohibit entering into contracts that do not provide sufficient funds for contractors to comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws. The legislation continues to establish a rebuttable presumption about contract compliance when specific detailed contract provisions are met, including the new email address requirement. The bill preserves existing provisions allowing employees who are harmed by violations to seek damages (up to $250 for an initial violation and $1,000 for subsequent violations) and attorney's fees, and maintains the ability to seek injunctive relief. The purpose appears to be enhancing communication and transparency in labor contracts by mandating an additional method of contact between parties, while preserving protections for workers and contractors.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 2810 of the Labor Code, relating to labor contracts.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: From printer. May be heard in committee April 10.
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CA bill #AB1511 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Voter information guide.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates various sections of California's Government Code to replace references to "ballot pamphlet" or "sample ballot" with "state voter information guide" or "county voter information guide", effectively standardizing terminology across election-related documents. The bill modifies rules concerning campaign contributions, specifically clarifying that candidates who do not appear on the ballot or qualify for write-in votes are not required to refund general election contributions and can transfer those funds to other campaign committees. It also makes technical changes to how candidate statements and voter information are prepared and presented, ensuring consistency in language and improving transparency in election materials. The bill requires the Secretary of State to prepare a state voter information guide that includes comprehensive information such as state measure texts, candidate statements, arguments for and against measures, fiscal analyses, and other voter-helpful materials. Additionally, the bill mandates that the guide be printed in clear, readable type and made available for public examination at least 20 days before printing. The legislation is presented as furthering the purposes of the Political Reform Act of 1974 and aims to make election information more accessible and understandable to voters.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 81001, 81002, 84101, 85318, 85600, 85601, 88000, 88001, 88002, 88002.5, 88003, 88004, 88005, 88006, and 88007 of the Government Code, relating to elections.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: From printer. May be heard in committee April 10.
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MS bill #SB2699 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Patient's Right to Informed Health Care Choices Act & prohibitions against deceptive advertising by providers; extend repealers on.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the sunset date of the Patient's Right to Informed Health Care Choices Act from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2029, for various healthcare professional licensing boards in Mississippi. The bill primarily focuses on maintaining provisions that allow these boards to take disciplinary action against healthcare practitioners for deceptive advertising. Key provisions include requiring healthcare practitioners to clearly identify their specific professional credentials in advertisements and office displays, prohibiting misleading claims about their training or qualifications, and allowing licensing boards to impose penalties for violations. The bill covers a wide range of healthcare professionals, including medical doctors, dentists, nurses, chiropractors, pharmacists, optometrists, physician assistants, and veterinarians. Each professional board is given the authority to investigate and take disciplinary actions such as fines, license suspension, or revocation if a practitioner is found to have engaged in deceptive advertising or misrepresentation of their professional qualifications. The bill aims to protect patients by ensuring transparency and accuracy in healthcare professional marketing and credentials.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 41-121-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On The Patient's Right To Informed Health Care Choices Act Relating To Advertisements For Health Care Services; To Bring Forward Sections 41-121-1 Through 41-21-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; To Amend Sections 73-6-19, 73-9-61, 73-15-29, 73-21-97, 73-26-5, 73-27-13 And 73-39-77, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealers On The Provisions That Make Violations Of The Patient's Right To Informed Health Care Choices Act By Health Care Practitioners Specific Grounds For Disciplinary Action Against Licensees; To Amend Section 73-19-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer And To Require The Board Of Optometry To Conduct Criminal History Records Checks On Licensure Applicants And On Licensees Whose Licensure Is Subject To Investigation By The Board; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hob Bryan (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Returned For Concurrence
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MS bill #SB2695 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Mississippi Professional Massage Therapy Act; extend repealer on.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends the sunset (or repealer) date for the Mississippi Professional Massage Therapy Act from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2029. The bill brings forward existing sections of the Mississippi Code related to massage therapy, which outline the state's regulations for massage therapists and massage therapy establishments. The law establishes the State Board of Massage Therapy, which is responsible for licensing, regulating, and overseeing massage therapists in Mississippi. The bill maintains the existing comprehensive framework for massage therapy practice, including requirements for licensure, educational standards, professional conduct, advertising guidelines, and disciplinary procedures. By extending the repealer date, the legislature ensures that the current regulatory structure for massage therapy will continue to be in effect for an additional four years, allowing the State Board of Massage Therapy to continue its oversight and regulatory functions without interruption.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 73-67-39, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On The Mississippi Professional Massage Therapy Act, Which Addresses Requirements Pertaining To Massage Therapy Service Establishments; To Bring Forward Sections 73-67-1 Through 73-67-37, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Constitute The Mississippi Professional Massage Therapy Act, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hob Bryan (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Due From Governor 03/17/25
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KS bill #SB186 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Requiring probable cause affidavits to be made available to law enforcement agencies prior to the execution of a warrant or summons.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Kansas law regarding the availability of probable cause affidavits related to arrest warrants and summonses. The bill requires that law enforcement agencies be provided access to these affidavits (documents explaining the reasons for believing a crime was committed) before a warrant or summons is executed. While these documents will not be immediately available to the general public, they will become accessible after the warrant or summons is served, with important privacy protections. The law establishes a detailed process for disclosure that allows defendants, their counsel, and other requestors to access these documents, but also provides mechanisms to protect sensitive information. Specifically, a magistrate (judge) must review the affidavits and can redact or seal portions that could potentially endanger individuals, reveal confidential investigative techniques, expose personal identifying information, or constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy. The bill aims to balance transparency in legal proceedings with protecting the safety and privacy of individuals involved in criminal investigations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning criminal procedure; relating to affidavits or sworn testimony in support of probable cause; requiring such information to be made available to law enforcement; amending K.S.A. 22-2302 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 3:30 PM Room 582-N
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CT bill #HB07049 • Last Action 03/11/2025
An Act Concerning The Recommendations Of The Office Of The Child Advocate Regarding Oversight Of Children's Autism Spectrum Disorder Services And The Infant Mortality Review Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several key provisions to enhance oversight and safety in children's behavioral health services, particularly for autism spectrum disorder. It requires behavior analysts to undergo comprehensive background checks including criminal history, child abuse registry, and sex offender registry searches when applying for licensure. The bill expands mandated reporter status to include behavior analysts and those working under their clinical supervision, ensuring that potential child abuse or neglect is promptly reported. Additionally, the bill establishes new notification and disciplinary procedures when behavior analysts are investigated for child abuse or neglect, including mandatory reporting to the Department of Public Health and potential license suspension. Employers of behavior analysts will now be required to provide patients or their guardians with the analyst's license number and complaint reporting instructions. The legislation also creates a task force to review and make recommendations about applied behavior analysis services for children, with members from various state agencies and stakeholder groups. Finally, the bill allows the Commissioner of Public Health and Child Advocate to share confidential information related to infant mortality reviews, promoting better coordination of child welfare efforts. These changes aim to improve professional standards, protect children, and enhance transparency in behavioral health services.
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Bill Summary: To make various revisions concerning the practice of behavior analysts, including (1) requiring behavior analysts to submit to a comprehensive background check when applying for licensure, (2) designating persons working under the supervision of behavior analysts as mandated reporters, (3) establishing certain notification and disciplinary requirements relating to behavior analysts who abuse or neglect children, (4) requiring employers of behavior analysts to notify patients regarding complaint procedures, (5) establishing a task force to study issues relating to behavior analysts, and (6) allowing the Commissioner of Public Health and Child Advocate to share information and data for the purposes of the infant mortality review program.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Office of Legislative Research and Office of Fiscal Analysis 03/17/25 5:00 PM
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IL bill #HB4019 • Last Action 03/11/2025
OPEN MEETINGS-NOTICE VIOLATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Open Meetings Act to clarify and expand the timeline for filing civil actions related to potential violations of open meeting requirements. Specifically, the bill allows individuals to bring a civil action within 60 days under four different scenarios: (1) prior to or within 60 days of the allegedly problematic meeting, (2) within 60 days of discovering meeting-related violations if not initially discovered, (3) within 60 days of the Attorney General's decision on a review request if a timely review was filed, or (4) within 60 days of discovering a violation where a public body failed to provide proper meeting notice. The bill maintains existing provisions that allow courts to examine meeting minutes in camera, grant appropriate relief such as mandating open meetings or nullifying actions taken in closed meetings, and potentially assess attorney's fees against parties. Importantly, the bill preserves the confidentiality of records obtained by a State's Attorney during the review process, keeping them exempt from public disclosure. These changes aim to provide more flexibility and clarity in enforcing open meeting laws while protecting the public's right to access government proceedings.
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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: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Didech (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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NH bill #SB124 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Relative to continuing care retirement communities.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill recodifies and updates the existing law governing continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) in New Hampshire, with comprehensive changes designed to enhance protections for senior residents. The bill establishes more rigorous requirements for providers seeking a certificate of authority to operate a CCRC, including detailed financial disclosures, actuarial reporting, and maintenance of liquid reserves. It introduces a comprehensive residents' bill of rights that guarantees residents' respect, association rights, access to information, and protection against arbitrary contract termination. The legislation mandates that providers maintain transparent communication with residents, provide clear contract terms, and establish robust financial safeguards, including provisions for potential facility closures or bankruptcies. Key provisions include requiring providers to obtain commissioner approval for significant asset transfers, implementing strict escrow requirements for entrance fees, and establishing mechanisms to protect residents' interests in case of financial instability or facility closure. The bill also creates more extensive reporting requirements, allows residents to form associations, and ensures residents have a voice in facility governance by mandating at least one resident trustee on the provider's board. The comprehensive approach aims to provide senior citizens with greater security and transparency when entering into continuing care contracts, while giving regulatory authorities more tools to oversee and intervene in CCRC operations.
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Bill Summary: This bill recodifies RSA 420-D, relative to continuing care communities. The bill expands certificate of authority requirements, annual reporting requirements, and life care contract requirements. The bill revises escrow requirements for entrance fees and specifies the notice required prior to contract cancellation by either party. The bill includes a bill of rights for continuing care community residents. The bill also requires the provider to notify the insurance department of the intended sale or transfer of the community and may require the provider to submit a financial plan to the insurance department to demonstrate solvency. The bill is a request of the insurance department.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Denise Ricciardi (R)*, Howard Pearl (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/23/2025
• Last Action: Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2025-0790s, 03/20/2025; Vote 5-0; Consent Calendar; Senate Calendar 13
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OK bill #SB535 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Oklahoma Open Records Act; modifying requirements for public body to complete certain records requests. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Open Records Act by updating definitions and procedures for public records requests. The bill expands the definition of "law enforcement agency" to include state and local fire marshals when investigating potential criminal law violations. It allows public bodies to require advance payment for records requests exceeding $75 or when a requestor has outstanding fees, with any overpayment to be returned. The bill also introduces new requirements for records requests, mandating that requestors provide reasonable specificity when seeking documents. This means requests must specify a time frame for record creation, seek identifiable records rather than general information, and include sufficiently specific search terms. Public bodies can now ask requestors to clarify vague requests and may deny requests that remain too broad after attempts to narrow the scope. Additionally, the bill updates various technical references and confidentiality provisions, such as expanding the list of exempted records to include those sought in pending civil litigation or criminal prosecution. These changes aim to provide public bodies with more clarity and flexibility in responding to records requests while maintaining transparency in government operations.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Sections 24A.3, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 358, O.S.L. 2024, and 24A.5, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 116, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 24A.3 and 24A.5), which relate to definitions and inspection and copying of records; modifying definition; authorizing public body to require advance payment for certain records requests; requiring return of portion of advance payment under certain circumstances; authorizing use of form for records requests; authorizing public body to request clarification for certain records requests; establishing requirements for specificity of records requests; allowing denial of records requests under certain circumstances; updating statutory references; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Julie Daniels (R)*, Daniel Pae (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: First Reading
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TX bill #HB4310 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new subchapter in the Texas Government Code that establishes a special right of access to public information for members of governing boards. The bill defines a "member of a governing board" broadly to include anyone appointed, designated, or elected to direct or serve on a board of a governmental body or nongovernmental entity. Under this new law, such board members have the right to inspect, duplicate, or both, public information maintained by their organization when acting in their official capacity. The information must be provided promptly and without charge, and if the information contains confidential elements, those can be redacted upon request. The bill also allows governmental bodies or entities to request that board members sign a confidentiality agreement for sensitive information, with specific requirements about handling and protecting such information. If there's a dispute about the confidentiality of information, the board member can seek a determination from the Texas Attorney General, who must render a decision within 45 business days. If a governmental body or entity fails to comply with these requirements, the board member can file a writ of mandamus to compel compliance and potentially be awarded attorney's fees. The new law does not replace or limit existing methods of obtaining information under other laws and will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cody Vasut (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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MS bill #SB2423 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Real estate licenses; revise regulations, including written notification before suspension.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Mississippi's real estate licensing regulations by introducing several key changes. First, it requires the Mississippi Real Estate Commission to provide prior written notification (via email) at least five business days before amending, suspending, revoking, or not renewing a licensee's real estate license. Second, the bill changes the standard of proof in administrative hearings from "preponderance of evidence" to "clear and convincing evidence," which means a higher burden of proof is now required when examining factors during hearings. Additionally, the bill establishes strict timelines for complaint resolution, mandating that any complaint must be either dismissed or have a formal complaint issued within 120 days of initial written notice, and must be fully resolved through final dismissal, a final ruling, or an agreed dispositional order within one year of the initial investigation notice. These changes aim to provide more transparency and due process for real estate professionals by ensuring they receive timely notifications about potential license actions and have a fair hearing process. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving the Mississippi Real Estate Commission time to implement these new regulations.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 73-35-10, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Commission To Provide Prior Written Notification To Any Licensee Whose License, Once Issued, Is Subject To Be Amended, Suspended, Revoked Or Not Renewed; To Amend Section 73-35-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Change The Standard Of Proof Required At Administrative Hearings From A Preponderance Of The Evidence To Clear And Convincing Evidence; To Require Any Complaint Initiated By Or Filed With The Commission To Be Resolved By Dismissal Or Issuance Of A Formal Complaint Within 120 Days Of The Date Written Notice Is Provided To Licensee(s) And Their Responsible Broker(s) Of Commencement Of An Investigation Pertaining To Any Complaint; To Require Any Complaint Initiated By Or Filed With The Commission To Be Resolved By Final Dismissal, Final Ruling On Any Formal Complaint Or By Entry Of Agreed Dispositional Order Within One Year Of The Date Written Notice Is Provided To Licensee(s) And Their Responsible Broker(s) Of Commencement Of An Investigation Pertaining To Any Complaint; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeremy England (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Due From Governor 03/17/25
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NH bill #HB376 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Specifying that library user information exempted from disclosure in the right-to-know law includes information regarding library cards and library membership status.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends New Hampshire's Right-to-Know law (RSA 91-A:5) to explicitly clarify that library user information, specifically including library cards and library membership status, is exempt from public disclosure. The amendment adds language to an existing provision that protects various confidential records from being released under public records laws. The modification means that details about an individual's library card and membership cannot be shared without the user's consent, which helps protect personal privacy. By specifically mentioning library cards and membership status, the bill provides clearer protection for library patrons' personal information. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, giving libraries and government agencies time to understand and implement the new provision. This change is part of broader privacy protections in the Right-to-Know law, which aims to balance public transparency with individual privacy rights.
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Bill Summary: This bill exempts library card and library membership files and information from disclosure under the right-to-know law.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Lisa Mazur (R)*, Joe Alexander (R), Ross Berry (R), Henry Giasson (R), Sherri Reinfurt (R), Sheila Seidel (R), Keith Murphy (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: Introduced 03/06/2025 and Referred to Judiciary; Senate Journal 7
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IL bill #HB1703 • Last Action 03/11/2025
EX INSPECTOR GENERAL-STATEMENT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act to expand the authority of the Executive Inspector General (EIG) to issue public statements about investigations. Specifically, the EIG can now release a public statement when concluding an investigation in two scenarios: first, when recommending systemic or procedural actions, and second, when finding reasonable cause to believe a violation occurred but choosing not to file a complaint with the Executive Ethics Commission. The public statement can summarize the investigation's details without revealing individual names, including the nature of the allegation, specific violations found, and recommended disciplinary or corrective measures. Before issuing such a statement, the EIG must first share the draft with the affected agency head and ultimate jurisdictional authority, giving them 10 business days to provide a response, which must be included with the final public statement. This change aims to increase transparency in ethics investigations while protecting individual privacy and providing context through agency responses. The bill becomes effective immediately upon enactment.
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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: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Fred Crespo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Ethics & Elections Hearing (14:00:00 3/11/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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IL bill #HB2799 • Last Action 03/11/2025
ELEC CD-RECORDS REQUEST
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Election Code to require election authorities to provide copies of nomination papers, certificates of nomination, or petitions for public questions within 48 hours of receiving a written request, specifically for an immediately succeeding election. The bill simplifies the process of obtaining these election-related documents by exempting requesters from having to submit a formal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. This means that individuals seeking information about candidates or public questions can more quickly and easily access these documents directly from election authorities. The existing law already required election authorities to keep nomination papers and related documents open for public inspection and to preserve them for at least six months, and this bill further enhances transparency by streamlining the document request process. The bill takes effect immediately, meaning the new provisions will be in place as soon as it is signed into law.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Election Code. Provides that a copy of any nomination paper, certificate of nomination, or petition for a public question filed with an election authority for an immediately succeeding election shall be provided by the election authority within 48 hours after a written request is received by the election authority. Provides that a requester shall not be required to submit a request under the Freedom of Information Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tony McCombie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Ethics & Elections Hearing (14:00:00 3/11/2025 Room D-1 Stratton Building)
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KY bill #HB291 • Last Action 03/11/2025
AN ACT relating to crimes and punishments.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Primary Caretaker Consideration Act, which aims to provide courts with guidance on sentencing parents who are primary caretakers of dependent children. The legislation defines key terms such as "caretaker of a dependent child" (a parent or legal guardian consistently responsible for a child's housing, health, education, and safety) and "dependent child" (typically under 18 or up to 25 with a court-appointed guardian). Upon conviction, courts must consider a defendant's status as a primary caretaker when determining sentencing, with exceptions for violent offenders, cases involving child victims, or situations where alternative sentencing is prohibited. If a defendant is found to be a primary caretaker, the court must consider alternative sentencing options, taking into account factors like the defendant's criminal history, offense severity, child's age, breastfeeding status, and the potential impact on the child's well-being. The defendant can present an alternative sentencing plan and a family impact statement, and if an alternative sentence is granted, the court may require participation in various support programs such as substance abuse treatment, parenting classes, counseling, and vocational training. The bill also mandates that the Administrative Office of the Court report annually on the number and demographics of parents and children affected by this legislation, with the ultimate goal of preserving family unity while holding offenders accountable.
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Bill Summary: Create new sections of KRS Chapter 533 to define terms; require the court, upon conviction of the defendant, to consider the defendant's status as a primary caretaker of a dependent child unless the defendant is a violent offender, the victim is a child, or a statute prohibits an alternative sentence; require the court, upon a finding that the defendant is a primary caretaker of a dependent child, to consider an alternative sentence; provide that the defendant shall have the right to present an alternative sentencing plan and a family impact statement to the court; provide that in issuing an alternative sentence, the court may require the defendant to participate in programs and services that support the parent-child relationship; provide that the court may modify or revoke the alternative sentence and commit the defendant to an institution if the defendant fails to adhere to or complete the conditions of an alternative sentence; require the Administrative Office of the Court to report annually, beginning in 2026, to the Kentucky State Corrections Commission and to the Legislative Research Commission on the number, percentage, and demographics of parents and children impacted under this Act; provide that the Act may be cited as the Primary Caretaker Consideration Act.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Nick Wilson (R)*, Jared Bauman (R), Randy Bridges (R), Jennifer Decker (R), Stephanie Dietz (R), Anne Donworth (D), Ryan Dotson (R), Kimberly Holloway (R), Nima Kulkarni (D), Chris Lewis (R), Kim Moser (R), Jason Nemes (R), David Osborne (R), T.J. Roberts (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee On Families And Children (09:00:00 3/11/2025 Annex Room 129)
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OK bill #SB300 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Oklahoma Capital Investment Board; dissolving Board upon certain date; transferring certain contracts and management of certain investments to certain board. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Capital Formation Act to dissolve the Oklahoma Capital Investment Board and transfer its responsibilities and remaining contracts to the Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board of the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology, effective November 1, 2025. The bill makes several key changes, including renaming references from "Oklahoma Capital Investment Board" to "Oklahoma Science and Technology Research and Development Board," updating definitions, and ensuring that any existing contracts or investments made by the Board prior to its dissolution will be transferred and managed by the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology. The legislation also modifies language to be gender-neutral, updates statutory references, and preserves the enforceability of existing agreements and guarantees made by the Board. Additionally, the bill transfers the Oklahoma Capital Formation Revolving Fund to the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology and specifies that any remaining funds after the Board's dissolution will be paid to the state's General Revenue Fund. The changes are intended to streamline the governance of capital investment and technology development programs in Oklahoma while maintaining the legal integrity of existing financial commitments.
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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; transferring certain revolving fund to the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology; making language gender neutral; updating statutory reference; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/31/2024
• Added: 12/31/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Julia Kirt (D)*, Tammy Townley (R)*
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: First Reading
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VA bill #HB1937 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Acute psychiatric bed registry; patient privacy and data security, etc.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an acute psychiatric bed registry in Virginia and creates comprehensive guidelines for its operation, privacy protections, and governance. The registry will be a web-based system designed to collect and display real-time information about available acute psychiatric beds in public and private inpatient facilities and crisis stabilization units, helping healthcare providers quickly identify appropriate placement for individuals needing psychiatric care. The bill requires all state facilities, community services boards, behavioral health authorities, and private inpatient providers to participate by updating bed availability information daily. A key provision establishes a Bed Registry Advisory Council composed of representatives from various healthcare organizations who will oversee the registry's operations, review data access requests, and ensure patient privacy. The bill mandates that the Commissioner of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services include robust patient privacy and data security provisions in any contracts with private entities administering the registry, specifically referencing compliance with federal HIPAA regulations. Additionally, the bill creates a Virginia Freedom of Information Act exemption for information submitted to the registry, ensuring that individual patient data remains confidential and cannot be disclosed without explicit approval from the Advisory Council.
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Bill Summary: Acute psychiatric bed registry; Bed Registry Advisory Council established; patient privacy and data security; Virginia Freedom of Information Act exemption. Requires the Commissioner of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services to include provisions for the protection of patient privacy and data security pursuant to state and federal law and regulations in contracts with private entities for the administration of the acute psychiatric bed registry. The bill requires the Commissioner to create the Bed Registry Advisory Council to advise the Commissioner and any such private entity on the administration of such registry and to review and approve requests for access to data from the registry. The bill also creates a Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) exemption for information submitted to such registry. This bill is identical to SB 1439.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Patrick Hope (D)*, Atoosa Reaser (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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VA bill #SB854 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms, responsibilities and prohibitions to minors.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces new regulations for social media platforms regarding minors under 16 years old, requiring platforms to implement age verification mechanisms and limit daily usage to one hour per service or application. Specifically, platforms must use commercially reasonable methods like neutral age screening to determine a user's age and automatically restrict minor users to one hour of daily platform access. Parents can provide verifiable consent to adjust this time limit up or down. The bill also stipulates that age-verification information can only be used for age determination purposes and that platforms must respect age-related device settings or privacy controls. Importantly, platforms cannot penalize users by degrading service quality or increasing prices due to these time limitations, though they may offer different service levels to minors. The law will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving social media companies substantial time to develop and implement compliant age verification and time management systems. The bill aims to protect minors from excessive social media usage while providing parents with some control over their children's online interactions.
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Bill Summary: Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms; responsibilities and prohibitions related to minors. Requires that any controller or processor that operates a social media platform shall (i) use commercially reasonable methods, such as a neutral age screen mechanism, to determine whether a user is a minor younger than 16 years of age and (ii) limit any such minor's use of such social media platform to one hour per day, per service or application, and allow a parent to give verifiable parental consent to increase or decrease the daily time limit. The bill has a delayed effective date of January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Schuyler VanValkenburg (D)*, Lashrecse Aird (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 8 • Actions: 47
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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OH bill #HB31 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Require electronic recordings of all parole board hearings
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires electronic recordings to be made of all parole board hearings and establishes provisions for their public accessibility. Specifically, the bill amends Ohio's public records law to mandate that the parole board create electronic recordings of full parole board hearings and other types of parole hearings, including release consideration hearings, revocation hearings, and post-release control hearings. These recordings will be considered public records, but with important privacy protections. Certain personal identifying information about crime victims, such as names, addresses, phone numbers, and social security numbers, must be redacted from the recordings. The recordings can be requested by specific individuals, including the subject of the hearing, their attorney, the prosecuting attorney, and the victim. Those who receive the recordings are prohibited from making copies or posting them on the internet. The bill aims to increase transparency in the parole process while also protecting the privacy and safety of individuals involved in these hearings.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 149.43 and 5149.10 and to enact section 5149.102 of the Revised Code to require electronic recordings to be made of all parole board hearings and to make electronic recordings of full parole board hearings public records.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 27 : Latyna Humphrey (D)*, Brian Stewart (R)*, Sean Brennan (D), Juanita Brent (D), Darnell Brewer (D), Gary Click (R), Christine Cockley (D), Jack Daniels (R), Sedrick Denson (D), Tex Fischer (R), Dani Isaacsohn (D), Dontavius Jarrells (D), Mark Johnson (R), Lauren McNally (D), Ismail Mohamed (D), Beryl Piccolantonio (D), Phil Plummer (R), Sharon Ray (R), Allison Russo (D), Jean Schmidt (R), Mark Sigrist (D), Veronica Sims (D), Bride Sweeney (D), Cecil Thomas (D), Desiree Tims (D), Terrence Upchurch (D), Josh Williams (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: House Government Oversight Stewart, 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony (13:15:00 3/11/2025 Room 114)
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VA bill #SB917 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Collective bargaining by public employees; exclusive bargaining representatives.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive collective bargaining rights for public employees in Virginia, creating a detailed legal framework for public sector labor relations. The legislation creates the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB), which will oversee collective bargaining for state and local government employees, including those in schools, transportation, and various state agencies. Public employees will have the right to organize, form unions, negotiate collectively, and engage in concerted activities, with specific provisions for different types of employees such as state workers, school employees, firefighters, and individual providers of direct support services. The bill defines appropriate bargaining units for different types of employees, establishes procedures for union certification and decertification, and outlines negotiation and impasse resolution processes, including mediation and binding arbitration. Importantly, the bill prohibits strikes by public employees and prevents employers from locking out workers. The legislation provides detailed protections for both employers and employees, specifying what can and cannot be bargained, and sets up a framework for good-faith negotiations. The bill has a delayed effective date of July 1, 2026, giving time for implementation and preparation, and it does not disrupt existing labor agreements or certifications in place before that date.
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Bill Summary: Collective bargaining by public employees; exclusive bargaining representatives. Repeals the existing prohibition on collective bargaining by public employees. The bill creates the Public Employee Relations Board, which shall determine appropriate bargaining units and provide for certification and decertification elections for exclusive bargaining representatives of state employees and local government employees. The bill requires public employers and employee organizations that are exclusive bargaining representatives to meet at reasonable times to negotiate in good faith with respect to wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. The bill repeals a provision that declares that, in any procedure providing for the designation, selection, or authorization of a labor organization to represent employees, the right of an individual employee to vote by secret ballot is a fundamental right that shall be guaranteed from infringement. The bill has a delayed effective date of July 1, 2026. This bill incorporates SB 964, SB 1401, and SB 1033 and is identical to HB 2764.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 20 : Scott Surovell (D)*, Jennifer Carroll Foy (D), Louise Lucas (D), Jennifer Boysko (D), Mamie Locke (D), Lamont Bagby (D), Creigh Deeds (D), Adam Ebbin (D), Barbara Favola (D), Ghazala Hashmi (D), Dave Marsden (D), Jeremy McPike (D), Stella Pekarsky (D), Russet Perry (D), Danica Roem (D), Aaron Rouse (D), Saddam Salim (D), Kannan Srinivasan (D), Schuyler VanValkenburg (D), Angelia Williams Graves (D)
• Versions: 7 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 60
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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MS bill #HB917 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Public Records Act; exempt certain records containing client information concerning development projects.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 57-1-14 of the Mississippi Code to expand and modify confidentiality provisions for public records related to development projects. The legislation broadens the scope of protected records from just the Mississippi Development Authority to any public body, and extends the confidentiality period for client information from two to four years after receiving the information. The bill maintains existing protections that allow confidential client information to remain exempt from the Mississippi Public Records Act during project review and negotiation periods, with a maximum confidentiality period of one year. Additionally, the bill continues to protect specific types of financial and project-related information, such as investment amounts and documentation related to tax incentive agreements, from public disclosure. This change aims to provide greater protection for sensitive business and economic development information, potentially making the state more attractive to businesses by ensuring certain project details remain confidential during critical stages of economic development negotiations.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 57-1-14, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exempt Records Of A Public Body Which Contain Client Information Concerning Development Projects From The Mississippi Public Records Act For A Period Of Four Years; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Trey Lamar (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Due From Governor 03/17/25
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FL bill #H0029 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a creates aptionption for certain personal information information related to social health workers under licenses collected through the Social Work License Interstate Compact (SLIC). The exempt social workers' personal identifying details (except name and license status), info) public record transparency requirements, It only to permit disclosurers that are authorized by the originating state's reporting body. The bill provides legislative protections for confidmeeting records around theissions of the the SLIC Commission where sensitive confidprofessional matters are discussed legal occurring. Recordings, minutes, or generated during such exempt meeting discussions would also remain protectedionally prohibited from public discloslosureures. These protcontingent specificices would automatically repcome October 2, 030 unless legislative legislative body reviews evidproactively a re legislative findings find is that thesess confidential protects ensure foriving implementing interstate licensing license compacross multiple states reasonable, ensuring professional privacy and comity of licensing standards. The administrative processes across potentially multiple state jurisdictions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 491.023, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Department of Health or the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling pursuant to the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact; authorizing the disclosure of such information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings or portions of certain meetings of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission or its executive committee or other committees; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/07/2024
• Added: 12/08/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee, Christine Hunschofsky (D)*, Daryl Campbell (D)*, Marie Woodson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Now in Health & Human Services Committee
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AZ bill #HB2074 • Last Action 03/11/2025
School safety; proposals; assessments; plans
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses school safety by introducing several key provisions for school districts and charter schools in Arizona. It requires school districts and charter schools receiving safety program funding to develop comprehensive emergency response plans and conduct safety assessments every five years by approved providers. The bill mandates that schools provide their current building blueprints and floor plans to local law enforcement, emergency medical services, and fire departments. Additionally, it expands training requirements for school resource officers, including new provisions to help officers recognize and effectively interact with children with disabilities. The bill defines various types of officers who may be involved in school safety, such as peace officers, reserve peace officers, and juvenile probation officers, and provides guidelines for their placement and training. The legislation also requires the Department of Education to compile a list of approved safety assessment providers, conduct random safety assessments of selected schools every three years, and report on the effectiveness of the school safety program. Importantly, the bill ensures that school building blueprints and floor plans are not considered public records and are exempt from public disclosure, potentially enhancing security measures for educational institutions.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 15, chapter 1, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-120.05; amending section 15-154, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 15, chapter 1, article 5, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-154.02; amending sections 15-155 and 15-183, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to public schools.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Matt Gress (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate APPROP Committee action: Do Pass, voting: (6-4-0-0)
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MI bill #SB0082 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Courts: judges; personal information and physical safety protections for judges, their families, and household members; enhance. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the "Judicial Protection Act" to safeguard personal information and enhance safety protections for judges and their immediate family members. The bill defines a broad range of "personal identifying information" that judges can request to be removed from public display, including home addresses, phone numbers, social security numbers, vehicle details, school information, and employment locations. Judges can submit a written request to public bodies and persons to prevent the public posting or transfer of their personal information, and these entities must remove such information within five business days of receiving the request. The law applies to state, federal, and tribal court judges and their immediate family members living in the same residence. The bill includes several exceptions to these restrictions, such as for news stories, voluntarily published information, and certain regulated business uses of personal data. If a public body or person fails to comply with a judge's request, the judge can file a civil action to compel compliance, and if successful, can recover court costs and attorney fees. The act takes effect 180 days after enactment and is intended to be interpreted broadly to protect judges' personal information and safety.
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Bill Summary: A bill to protect the safety of judges and certain other individuals; to protect certain information of judges and certain other individuals from disclosure; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and certain other people and entities; and to provide remedies.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 7 : Stephanie Chang (D)*, Mallory McMorrow (D), Sue Shink (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), John Damoose (R), Erika Geiss (D), Ed McBroom (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee Of The Whole With Substitute (s-1)
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NM bill #HB112 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Cannabis Licensure Changes
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to New Mexico's cannabis licensing regulations, focusing primarily on enhancing the application and background check processes. The bill adds new definitions to the Cannabis Regulation Act, including clarifying terms like "applicant" and "licensee," and expands requirements for criminal background checks for cannabis business license applicants. Specifically, the bill now requires applicants to undergo both state and federal criminal history record checks, including submitting electronic fingerprints to the Department of Public Safety, which will then forward the prints to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a national background check. The legislation mandates that criminal history information remain confidential and be used exclusively for evaluating an applicant's eligibility for a cannabis license. Additionally, the bill requires license applications to be signed by the applicant or an authorized representative and stipulates that the Cannabis Control Division must process these applications within 90 days. The bill also provides guidance on how past criminal convictions should be considered, noting that completed sentences for cannabis-related offenses should not automatically disqualify an applicant and emphasizing the need to consider evidence of rehabilitation, character references, and educational achievements when reviewing an applicant's criminal history.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CANNABIS REGULATION; PROVIDING FOR STATE CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS AND NATIONAL CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS AS A CONDITION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR LICENSURE; REQUIRING THAT AN APPLICATION FOR CANNABIS ACTIVITY LICENSURE BE SIGNED BY THE APPLICANT; ADDING DEFINITIONS TO THE CANNABIS REGULATION ACT.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tara Luján (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: HJC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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KS bill #HB2294 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Reducing certain license fees and training requirements for staff of child care centers, creating a process for day care facility licensees to apply for temporary waiver of certain statutory requirements , authorizing the secretary to develop and operate pilot programs to increase child care facility availability or capacity, transferring certain child care programs to the Kansas office of early childhood and separating licensing duties between the secretary for health and environment and the ex
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive overhaul of Kansas child care regulations and establishes the Kansas Office of Early Childhood. It aims to streamline and improve child care services by reducing license fees, modifying training requirements for child care center staff, and creating a new centralized office to manage early childhood programs. Key provisions include establishing the Kansas Office of Early Childhood under an executive director appointed by the governor, transferring various child care and early childhood programs from different state agencies to this new office, and creating new standards for day care facilities and youth development programs. The bill reduces annual licensing fees for child care facilities to zero, modifies staff qualification requirements for child care centers, and allows for temporary waivers of certain statutory requirements. The new office will be responsible for coordinating early childhood services, managing child care licensing, and developing pilot programs to increase child care availability. The bill also establishes new background check requirements for child care facility employees and creates mechanisms for inspecting and monitoring child care facilities. The changes will be implemented gradually, with most provisions taking effect on July 1, 2026, allowing time for a phased transition of programs and responsibilities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning child care; relating to licensure of day care facilities, child care homes and child care centers; reducing license fees and training requirements; creating a process for day care facility licensees to apply for a temporary waiver of certain statutory requirements; authorizing the secretary of health and environment to develop and operate pilot programs to increase child care facility availability and capacity; establishing the Kansas office of early childhood; transferring administration of day care licensing, parent education programs and the child care subsidy program to the Kansas office of early childhood; creating the day care facilities and child care resource and referral agencies licensing fee fund and the day care criminal background and fingerprinting fund; defining youth development programs; amending section 1, as enacted by this act, section 3, as enacted by this act, section 5, as enacted by this act, section 7, as enacted by this act, section 9, as enacted by this act, section 11, as enacted by this act, section 13, as enacted by this act, section 15, as enacted by this act, K.S.A. 38-1901, 38-2103, 65-504, 65-505, 65-508, 65-508, as amended by section 54 of this act, 65-512, 65-527, 65-531, 72-4161, 72-4162, 72-4163, 72-4164 and 72-4166 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 48-3406, 65- 503, 65-503, as amended by section 50 of this act, and 65-516 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: House Withdrawn from Committee on Commerce, Labor and Economic Development; Referred to Committee on Calendar and Printing
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VA bill #HB2276 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Voter registration; list maintenance activities, cancellation procedures, required record matches.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses voter registration list maintenance and cancellation procedures in Virginia, introducing several significant changes to how voter records are managed and updated. The bill establishes a more rigorous process for identifying and removing voters from registration rolls by requiring the Department of Elections to use a confidence scoring system when matching voter information from various sources like death records, felony conviction lists, and out-of-state voter lists. Only matches with a confidence score of at least 80 points (based on matching details like Social Security number, date of birth, name, and address) will be transmitted to local election officials. The bill prohibits using voter data from other states that lacks a unique identifier for each individual and mandates an annual review of data sources used for list maintenance. It also introduces new procedures for notifying voters about potential registration cancellations, giving them 14 days to respond and confirm their registration status. Voters can be placed on inactive status if they do not respond to address confirmation notices, and their registration can be canceled if they take no action during the period between being placed on inactive status and the second general election for federal office. The bill aims to improve the accuracy of voter rolls while providing voters multiple opportunities to maintain their registration. Most provisions will take effect on July 1, 2026, with some sections becoming effective earlier.
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Bill Summary: Voter registration; list maintenance activities; cancellation procedures; record matches; required identification information; data standards. Requires certain, specified identification information to be included on the lists or records received by the Department of Elections for list maintenance purposes and requires the Department, upon receiving any such list or record, to do an initial comparison of the information included on such list or record with the list of registered voters and determine the confidence score for any match. The bill specifies that only records with 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 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 House and Senate Committees on Privileges and Elections regarding its list maintenance activities. The bill prohibits the cancellation within 90 days of any election of any registration identified as belonging to a person no longer residing in the Commonwealth or otherwise no longer entitled to vote by a data match program conducted using lists of registered voters exchanged with other states. 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. Certain provisions of the bill have a delayed effective date of July 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Marcia Price (D)*, Rae Cousins (D), Dan Helmer (D), Lashrecse Aird (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 14 • Actions: 55
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB2276)
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VA bill #HB2502 • Last Action 03/11/2025
FOIA; exclusion of certain information held by Department of Workforce Development and Advancement.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to add a new exclusion for certain confidential information held by the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement. Specifically, the bill allows the department to keep confidential proprietary or confidential information supplied by private or nongovernmental entities when that information is related to apprenticeship programs or workforce development partnerships. This includes trade secrets, employee compensation details, financial statements, and revenue projections that are not publicly available. The exemption applies to information used for sponsoring, implementing, and operating approved apprenticeship or workforce development programs that are critical to the department's mission. However, the bill explicitly requires that the names, contact information, location, and occupational offerings of such programs remain public, as well as the terms of any related contracts. The goal appears to be protecting sensitive business information while maintaining transparency about workforce development initiatives. The bill ensures that confidential information can only be withheld if the Commissioner of the Department and the Secretary of Labor determine that the workforce development initiative could not advance without such protection.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; exclusions; Department of Workforce Development and Advancement. Excludes from the mandatory disclosure requirements of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act certain information held by the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement, which includes any information of a proprietary or confidential nature, including trade secrets, employee compensation information, balance sheets and financial statements that are not available to the public through regulatory disclosure or otherwise, and revenue and cost projections supplied by a private or nongovernmental entity to the Department for the purpose of sponsoring, implementing, and operating (i) an apprenticeship program approved by the Department or (ii) a similar lawful workforce development or public-private partnership approved by the Department that assists the Department in fulfilling its mission and objectives and whose workforce development initiative could not advance without such exemption, as determined by the Commissioner of the Department and the Secretary of Labor. This bill is identical to SB 1107.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : William Wiley (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 39
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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VA bill #HB2165 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Campaign finance; prohibited personal use of campaign funds, etc.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations to prevent the personal use of campaign funds by candidates in Virginia. The legislation specifically defines what constitutes "personal use" of campaign contributions, which includes expenses that would exist regardless of holding public office, such as mortgage payments, clothing purchases, non-campaign automobile expenses, vacations, household food items, and entertainment costs. Candidates may use campaign funds for legitimate campaign and officeholder expenses, including campaign-related dependent care costs. The bill creates a detailed complaint and enforcement mechanism through the State Board of Elections, allowing qualified voters or campaign contributors to file complaints about potential misuse of campaign funds. If violations are found, the Board can require repayment of improperly used funds and assess civil penalties up to $10,000, with willful violations potentially incurring higher penalties. The legislation also establishes an advisory opinion process where candidates can seek guidance on whether specific expenditures would be considered permissible, and provides protection for those who rely in good faith on such advisory opinions. A new Prohibited Personal Use Enforcement Fund will be created to manage penalties collected, and the bill directs the State Board of Elections to develop guidance and regulations similar to federal campaign finance rules. The provisions will become effective on July 1, 2026, giving state election authorities time to develop implementation strategies.
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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 for 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 dependent 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 foregoing provisions of the bill have a delayed effective date of July 1, 2026. 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. This bill incorporates HB 1686 and is identical to SB 1002.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 22 : Josh Cole (D)*, David Bulova (D), Dan Helmer (D), Marcus Simon (D), Kathy Tran (D), Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D), Nadarius Clark (D), Rae Cousins (D), Michael Feggans (D), J.R. Henson (D), Phil Hernandez (D), Paul Krizek (D), Fernando Martinez (D), Adele McClure (D), Paul Milde (R), Candi Mundon King (D), Marcia Price (D), Sam Rasoul (D), Holly Seibold (D), Vivian Watts (D), Rodney Willett (D), Saddam Salim (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 9 • Actions: 43
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB2165)
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VA bill #HB2152 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Virginia Freedom of Information Act; public body's FOIA officer training.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to enhance training requirements for FOIA officers. Specifically, the bill requires that any legal counsel who also serves as a public body's FOIA officer must complete a training session or online course offered or approved by the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council. The existing law already required FOIA officers to be trained at least once every two calendar years, either by the public body's legal counsel, the Advisory Council, or through an online course. The bill adds a new requirement that specifically targets attorneys serving in dual roles as legal counsel and FOIA officers, mandating that they complete a training session or online course directly from or approved by the Council. Additionally, the bill requires that such training be documented and that the name and contact information of trained FOIA officers be submitted to the Council by July 1 of the year they are initially trained, with updates provided if any information changes. The goal of these provisions is to ensure that FOIA officers, particularly those who are also legal counsel, have a comprehensive understanding of FOIA requirements and can effectively assist the public in accessing government records.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; FOIA officer training. Provides that any legal counsel for a public body who is also designated as the public body's Freedom of Information Act officer (FOIA officer) shall complete a training session or online course offered or approved by the Virginia Freedom of Information Advisory Council.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Betsy Carr (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 11 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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MO bill #SB385 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Enacts provisions relating to insurance companies' data security
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Insurance Data Security Act, which establishes comprehensive data security requirements for insurance companies (licensees) in Missouri. The legislation mandates that insurance companies develop and maintain a written information security program designed to protect nonpublic consumer information, including implementing administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, cyber threats, and data breaches. Key provisions include requiring licensees to conduct risk assessments, designate personnel responsible for information security, implement access controls and encryption, develop incident response plans, and provide annual certification of compliance to the state director of commerce and insurance. The bill defines specific terms like "cybersecurity event" and "nonpublic information" and outlines notification requirements if a data breach occurs, mandating that companies report significant cybersecurity events to the state within three business days. The law applies to most insurance companies, with some exemptions for smaller businesses and those already governed by similar federal healthcare privacy regulations. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action for consumers but provides the state insurance director with enforcement authority. Insurance companies will have until January 1, 2027, to implement most provisions, with full implementation required by January 1, 2028.
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Bill Summary: Enacts provisions relating to insurance companies' data security
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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: 6
• Last Amended: 12/06/2024
• Last Action: Voted Do Pass S Insurance and Banking Committee
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VA bill #HB2764 • Last Action 03/11/2025
Collective bargaining by public employees; exclusive bargaining representatives.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive collective bargaining rights for public employees in Virginia, creating a detailed legal framework for how public sector workers can organize, negotiate, and resolve workplace disputes. The bill creates the Public Employee Relations Board (PERB), which will oversee collective bargaining processes for state and local government employees, including those in schools, public transportation, and various state agencies. Under this legislation, public employees can form unions, negotiate collectively through representatives, and engage in concerted activities for mutual aid and protection. The bill defines specific bargaining units for different types of employees, such as administrative services, health care workers, law enforcement, and education support personnel. It outlines a robust process for union certification, including elections and representation mechanisms, and establishes detailed negotiation and impasse resolution procedures. The bill includes provisions for mediation and binding arbitration when negotiations reach an impasse, and it specifies factors that arbitrators must consider, such as the employer's financial capacity, comparable wages in public and private sectors, and the overall public interest. Importantly, the bill exempts certain employees from collective bargaining, such as elected officials, confidential employees, and judicial branch employees, and it includes specific protections and limitations for certain groups like law enforcement officers. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2026, providing a significant expansion of labor rights for public employees in Virginia.
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Bill Summary: Collective bargaining by public employees; exclusive bargaining representatives. Repeals the existing prohibition on collective bargaining by public employees. The bill creates the Public Employee Relations Board, which shall determine appropriate bargaining units and provide for certification and decertification elections for exclusive bargaining representatives of state employees and local government employees. The bill requires public employers and employee organizations that are exclusive bargaining representatives to meet at reasonable times to negotiate in good faith with respect to wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. The bill repeals a provision that declares that, in any procedure providing for the designation, selection, or authorization of a labor organization to represent employees, the right of an individual employee to vote by secret ballot is a fundamental right that shall be guaranteed from infringement. The bill has a delayed effective date of July 1, 2026. This bill is identical to SB 917.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 51 : Kathy Tran (D)*, Josh Cole (D), Paul Krizek (D), Destiny LeVere Bolling (D), Jeion Ward (D), Bonita Anthony (D), Alex Askew (D), Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (D), David Bulova (D), Katrina Callsen (D), Betsy Carr (D), Nadarius Clark (D), Laura Jane Cohen (D), Kelly Convirs-Fowler (D), Rae Cousins (D), Karrie Delaney (D), Michael Feggans (D), Debra Gardner (D), Jackie Glass (D), C.E. Hayes (D), Dan Helmer (D), J.R. Henson (D), Phil Hernandez (D), Charniele Herring (D), Patrick Hope (D), Mike Jones (D), Karen Keys-Gamarra (D), Amy Laufer (D), Alfonso Lopez (D), Michelle Lopes-Maldonado (D), Fernando Martinez (D), Adele McClure (D), Delores McQuinn (D), Candi Mundon King (D), Sam Rasoul (D), Atoosa Reaser (D), David Reid (D), Holly Seibold (D), Briana Sewell (D), Irene Shin (D), Mark Sickles (D), Marcus Simon (D), Shelly Simonds (D), J.J. Singh (D), Richard Sullivan (D), Josh Thomas (D), Luke Torian (D), Vivian Watts (D), Rodney Willett (D), Saddam Salim (D), Kannan Srinivasan (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 12 • Actions: 51
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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FL bill #S1282 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records/Veterans Florida Opportunity Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing Veterans Florida Opportunity Program by creating a new public records exemption for specific materials and information collected by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc. while administering the program. The exemption covers sensitive documents such as manufacturing methods, trade secrets, workforce training plans, business transactions, military records, skills assessments, career goals, resumes, financial information, and funding proposals received from program participants like private enterprises, educational institutions, and other organizations. These materials will be confidential and exempt from public records requirements, though aggregated data without personal identifying information can still be reported. The exemption is set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it through a review process. The bill's rationale is to protect the personal privacy of job seekers and the confidential business information of participating organizations, which could be compromised if such materials were made publicly available. By maintaining confidentiality, the state aims to more effectively implement and administer the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program, which helps separating servicemembers, veterans, and others with career placement, training, and entrepreneurship support.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 295.22, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified materials and information received, generated, ascertained, or discovered by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc., while administering the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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CT bill #HB07139 • Last Action 03/10/2025
An Act Concerning The Duties Of State Marshals And The Activities Undertaken By The State Marshal Commission And The State Marshals Advisory Board.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive revisions to the laws governing state marshals in Connecticut, with several key provisions. The bill increases the required personal liability insurance for state marshals from $100,000 to $250,000 per person and from $300,000 to $500,000 for damages to multiple persons, and mandates that such insurance have a specific annual coverage period. It reduces the maximum number of state marshals allowed in several counties, modifies the definition and appointment process for state marshals, and establishes more detailed responsibilities for the State Marshal Commission and State Marshals Advisory Board. The bill introduces significant changes to how state marshals can receive and process documents, including allowing electronic transmission of legal documents under specific conditions, and creates new rules about fees for electronic document processing. Additionally, the bill strengthens oversight of state marshals by requiring more frequent administrative communications, mandating audits, increasing bonding requirements, and establishing stricter guidelines for professional conduct, such as prohibiting billing for unperformed work or making false service returns. The changes are designed to modernize the state marshal system, improve service efficiency, and enhance accountability, with most provisions set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: To make various revisions to statutes (1) prescribing the manner in which state marshals carry out their duties, including, but not limited to, permitting state marshals receive electronically transmitted documents for service, and (2) setting forth the responsibilities of the State Marshal Commission and the State Marshals Advisory Board.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/10/2025 )
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MS bill #SB2190 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Driver's license; amend provisions related to.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several administrative updates to Mississippi's driver's license and vehicle regulations, focusing on modernizing record-keeping and notification processes. The bill introduces a new term "system of record" defined as a software database for maintaining driver-related documents, and requires license examiners to input all driver's license applications (both rejected and accepted) into this digital system. It eliminates some older administrative requirements, such as the mandate that the Commissioner of Public Safety be located in Jackson and the requirement to prepare assistive videotapes for reading-impaired applicants. The bill updates notification methods for license suspensions or revocations to include digital methods like mobile identification notifications, modifies record-keeping procedures to be more digital and audit-friendly, and removes the requirement for the "Wait Anywhere Appointment" program to be available on the Driver Service Bureau's website. Additionally, the bill changes some language around recordkeeping, fee processing, and administrative procedures to reflect more modern practices. These changes are aimed at streamlining administrative processes, improving digital record management, and removing outdated regulatory requirements. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 63-1-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Title Of The Highway Safety Patrol And Driver's License Law Of 1938; To Amend Section 63-1-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define The Term "system Of Record"; To Amend Section 63-1-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require License Examiners To Input Each Rejected And Accepted Application Into The System Of Record; To Amend Section 63-1-16, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Requirement That The "wait Anywhere Appointment" Program Be Made Available On The Driver Service Bureau's Website; To Amend Section 63-1-17, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Update Certain Language Related To Recordkeeping; To Amend Section 63-1-45, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Mechanisms For Keeping Records Of All Funds Received From Applicants; To Require License Examiners To Retain A Record Of All Funds Received From Applicants Upon Digital Record Or Accounting Systems As Prescribed And Furnished By The Department; To Provide That Funds Received From An Application Shall Be Subject To Audit At Any Time By The Department; To Require That The Applications Be Digitized And Stored In The System Of Record; To Amend Section 63-1-51, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Requirement That The Commissioner Of Public Safety Be Located In Jackson, Mississippi; To Amend Section 63-1-52, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Method Of Service For Notices Of Suspension, Cancellation Or Revocation; To Repeal Section 63-1-34, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Requires The Commissioner Of Public Safety To Prepare And Make Available Assistive Videotapes For Reading Impaired Applicants; To Amend Section 45-9-101, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete The Authority Of The Department Of Public Safety To Place Certain Endorsements On Driver's Licenses Or Identification Cards; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joey Fillingane (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Decline to Concur/Invite Conf
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TX bill #HB4219 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances the Texas Public Information Act (also known as the open records law) by establishing clearer requirements for governmental bodies when responding to public information requests. The bill mandates that if a governmental body has no responsive information to a request, they must notify the requestor in writing within 10 business days. Similarly, if the governmental body determines that requested information can be legally withheld based on a previous determination, they must notify the requestor in writing within 10 business days and specify the exact previous determination being used to withhold the information. Additionally, the bill introduces a new complaint mechanism where if a governmental body fails to properly respond to an information request, a requestor can file a complaint with the attorney general. In such cases, the attorney general can require the governmental body's public information officer to complete open records training, prohibit the governmental body from charging costs for producing the information, and mandate that the governmental body either quickly request an attorney general decision or release the requested information. The bill's provisions will apply to information requests received on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, and aim to increase transparency and accountability in government information sharing.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Giovanni Capriglione (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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FL bill #S1330 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Elections
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Florida's voter registration and election procedures, primarily focused on enhancing citizenship verification and documentation requirements. The bill mandates that the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and voter registration agencies rigorously verify an applicant's citizenship status, requiring individuals to provide specific identification documents such as passports, birth certificates, or social security cards. First-time voters who have not previously voted in Florida must provide additional forms of identification before voting, and those who register without a Florida driver's license or identification card must submit proof of residency. The bill also requires driver's licenses and identification cards to include an "NC" (non-citizen) designation for individuals who submit certain non-citizen documentation or present specific types of social security cards. Additionally, the legislation introduces more frequent list maintenance procedures for voter rolls, requiring supervisors of elections to conduct quarterly reviews to identify and remove potentially ineligible voters. Third-party voter registration organizations must now provide affirmations about their efforts to avoid registering non-citizens, and government agencies are required to facilitate the sharing of information to help maintain accurate voter registration records. The bill aims to strengthen election integrity by implementing more stringent verification processes and documentation requirements for voter registration and voting. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to elections; amending s. 97.026, F.S.; requiring that certain instructions be prominently displayed on certain websites; amending s. 97.052, F.S.; revising the information that the uniform statewide voter registration application must be designed to elicit from an applicant and must contain; amending s. 97.053, F.S.; requiring the Department of State and supervisors of elections to verify certain information relating to citizenship status; providing that eligibility to vote must be verified in a certain manner; requiring a supervisor of elections to refer certain matters to the Office of Election Crimes and Security; amending s. 97.0535, F.S.; requiring certain voter registration applicants who have not previously voted in this state to provide certain identification before voting; revising which forms of identification may be accepted for a certain purpose; revising the list of persons who are exempt from certain identification requirements; requiring that certain persons currently residing outside the United States meet certain requirements; providing that certain identification may be submitted in a certain manner; amending s. 97.057, F.S.; requiring the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide to certain individuals an opportunity to register to vote or update voter registration records; requiring the department to provide certain notification to certain individuals; requiring a voter registration applicant to provide a wet signature; requiring the department to offer certain opportunities to certain individuals; requiring the department to send voter registration applications or certain instructions to certain individuals; requiring the department to notify the Department of State of certain information; requiring the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide certain weekly and by-query reports to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain persons from the statewide voter registration system; amending s. 97.0575, F.S.; requiring a third-party voter registration organization to provide a certain affirmation to the Division of Elections; amending s. 97.058, F.S.; requiring voter registration agencies to provide certain applicants the opportunity to register to vote or update their voter registration record at the time of certain applications; revising the list of questions certain voter registration agencies must include on a certain form; amending s. 97.0585, F.S.; providing that certain information is not exempt from public records requirements; amending s. 97.1031, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to verify an elector’s eligibility status using all available data sources in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.045, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to use all available data sources to make a certain determination; providing that the receipt of certain information from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is considered a request from a voter for his or her removal from the statewide voter registration system; requiring the Department of State to include certain information in the database of valid residential street addresses; requiring the department to adopt rules; conforming a cross reference; amending s. 98.065, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to conduct certain bulk list maintenance at least quarterly; requiring a supervisor of elections to at least quarterly analyze the voter registration database for a certain purpose and to take certain actions; amending s. 98.075, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain names from the statewide voter registration system after certain verification using Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles records; requiring a supervisor of elections to take certain actions upon receipt of, access to, or knowledge of certain information from a credible source; specifying, for the purpose of determining elector eligibility, credible sources of certain information; requiring a supervisor of elections to send an address confirmation and an address confirmation final notice in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.093, F.S.; requiring state and local government agencies to facilitate the provision of certain information and data access to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; amending s. 98.255, F.S.; requiring the Department of State to adopt rules relating to a revised list of standards for nonpartisan voter education; requiring a county supervisor to provide certain education; amending s. 101.043, F.S.; requiring that an elector be allowed to vote a provisional ballot under specified conditions; amending s. 101.6921, F.S.; revising the items that are enclosed with each ballot sent by the supervisor of elections to voters; revising the voter’s certificate to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 101.6923, F.S.; revising the instructions sent to certain voters to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 322.08, F.S.; requiring applicants to present a social security card; requiring that the department note the type of social security card presented in the applicant’s record; amending s. 322.14, F.S.; requiring that driver licenses include a certain denotation under specified conditions; amending s. 322.141, F.S.; requiring that Florida identification card include a certain denotation under specified conditions; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ileana Garcia (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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CO bill #HB1200 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Modifications to Office of Child Protection Ombudsman
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill reorganizes and updates the statutes related to the Office of Child Protection Ombudsman, enhancing its ability to investigate and address child protection concerns. The bill defines key terms such as "complaint," "facility," and "ombudsman," and expands the office's authority to receive and investigate complaints about child protection services from various sources, including children, family members, and community members. The ombudsman can now investigate systemic issues, complaints about child protection policies, and incidents of abuse, neglect, or child fatality. The bill clarifies the office's access to information, with specific limitations on accessing certain confidential documents like personnel files and work product. Additionally, the bill provides the office with physical access to state-licensed residential child care facilities, but only under specific circumstances such as responding to requests from children or youth, their family members, or to distribute educational materials about the office's services. The office is required to create outreach materials and coordinate with facilities to provide educational courses about how children and youth can access the ombudsman's services. The bill also mandates that the ombudsman's annual report include updates on these outreach efforts, ultimately aiming to improve child protection services and provide a mechanism for independent review of potential issues within the child welfare system.
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Bill Summary: The bill reorganizes and updates statutes pertaining to the duties of the office of the child protection ombudsman (office) and the child protection ombudsman (ombudsman). The bill: ! Clarifies when the ombudsman may receive and conduct an independent and impartial investigation of complaints concerning child protection services; ! Reorganizes statutes that pertain to when an ombudsman investigates a complaint; ! Reorganizes statutes that pertain to the ombudsman's duties; ! Reorganizes and creates a new provision that pertains to the office's access to information necessary to conduct an independent review of a complaint; ! Reorganizes and creates a new provision focused on the office's and ombudsman's duty to confidentiality; and ! Provides the office access to residential child care facilities and facilities established and operated by the department of human services (facilities). The office may only access facilities in coordination with the facility directors in response to a request from a child or youth residing in the facility; in response to a request from a child's or youth's family member, caregiver, or other concerned individual; or to distribute materials created by the office informing children or youth on how to access the office, the office's services, and how to file a complaint with the office.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 18 : Ryan Armagost (R)*, Lisa Feret (D)*, Lisa Cutter (D)*, Jennifer Bacon (D), Andrew Boesenecker (D), Kyle Brown (D), Chad Clifford (D), Monica Duran (D), Lindsay Gilchrist (D), Jamie Jackson (D), Mandy Lindsay (D), Meghan Lukens (D), Javier Mabrey (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Emily Sirota (D), Katie Stewart (D), Rebekah Stewart (D), Tammy Story (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Health & Human Services
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CT bill #SB01448 • Last Action 03/10/2025
An Act Concerning Transportation Network Companies And Third-party Delivery Companies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires transportation network companies (TNCs) and third-party delivery companies to provide more comprehensive and transparent documentation for their drivers and riders. Specifically, the bill mandates that these companies provide detailed electronic receipts within five minutes and twenty-four hours after each ride or delivery, including information such as time, distance, total fare, driver compensation, and a breakdown of any deductions. TNCs will now have a tiered registration fee based on the number of drivers (ranging from $5,000 to $30,000 annually), and must implement real-time messaging in both English and Spanish. The bill also establishes new requirements for driver screening, including background checks and ongoing monitoring of driving records. Additionally, TNCs must create an internal appeals process for drivers who are suspended or banned from their platforms and provide drivers with weekly summaries of their earnings and ride details. For third-party delivery companies, similar receipt and transparency requirements are introduced. The legislation aims to improve working conditions, provide more financial transparency, and ensure better communication between these companies, their drivers, and customers. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and applies to transportation network companies and third-party delivery services operating in the state.
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Bill Summary: To (1) require transportation network companies and third-party delivery companies to provide receipts that detail time, distance and pay rate to their drivers, (2) increase the registration fee for transportation network companies, and (3) require transportation network companies to provide real-time messaging, establish an appeals process and disclose certain information to their drivers.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Transportation Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/10/2025 )
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TX bill #HB1347 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of exploitation of a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Penal Code's definition and prosecution of child, elderly, or disabled individual exploitation by expanding and clarifying key terms. The bill introduces new definitions for "coercion," which includes actions like destroying personal documents, providing controlled substances to impair judgment, physically restraining someone, threatening exposure of sensitive information, or causing financial harm. It also defines "deception" as creating false impressions or making promises without intent to perform. The definition of "exploitation" is broadened to include undue influence, harassment, duress, false representation, and similar means, removing the previous language that focused solely on monetary or personal benefit. The bill modifies the offense description to specify that exploitation occurs when a person knowingly appropriates resources through exploitation, deception, coercion, or isolation for personal or monetary gain. The changes will apply only to offenses committed on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, with previous offenses continuing to be governed by the law in effect at the time of the offense.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the prosecution of the offense of exploitation of a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
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• Introduced: 11/15/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Turner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/15/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
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FL bill #S1560 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records/Florida Commission on Human Relations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR). Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of FCHR personnel and commissioners whose duties involve investigating or adjudicating discrimination complaints. The exemption also covers the names, addresses, employment information, and photographs of their spouses and children, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by citing the potential for physical and emotional harm to FCHR personnel and their families from individuals who may be dissatisfied with the commission's actions or seek to intimidate or retaliate against them. The exemption aims to protect these individuals from potential threats while balancing the public's interest in government transparency.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel and commissioners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mack Bernard (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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PA bill #SR37 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Designating the week of March 16 through 22, 2025, as "Sunshine Week" in Pennsylvania.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: A Resolution designating the week of March 16 through 22, 2025, as "Sunshine Week" in Pennsylvania.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Cris Dush (R)*, Pat Stefano (R), Lynda Schlegel-Culver (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS
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FL bill #S1566 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Emergencies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Florida's emergency management laws, making multiple changes to enhance the state's preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities during disasters. The bill expands the definition of "political subdivision" to include more types of local government entities, authorizes the Division of Emergency Management to have more command and control during emergencies, and requires county governments to provide specific support during disasters, such as creating publicly available websites with emergency information and offering office space to legislative delegations. The bill also broadens the definition of special needs shelters to include people with functional limitations, increases the emergency preparedness requirements for various healthcare providers like home health agencies and hospices, and mandates that self-service gas stations be equipped with alternate power sources. Additionally, the bill increases the preparedness timeline for individual residents from 72 to 120 hours following a disaster, allows servicemembers with medical training to provide care during emergencies, and provides more flexibility for creating and managing debris management sites. The legislation aims to improve coordination between state agencies, local governments, and emergency management stakeholders to create a more robust and responsive emergency management system in Florida, with an effective date of July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to emergencies; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; revising the units of government given certain funding priority; amending s. 250.375, F.S.; authorizing certain servicemembers to provide medical care in specified circumstances; amending s. 252.32, F.S.; authorizing the Division of Emergency Management to create certain local organizations in county constitutional offices; providing that county constitutional offices have specified emergency powers; amending s. 252.34, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “political subdivision”; amending s. 252.35, F.S.; providing that the division has command and control of specified emergency management efforts; revising requirements for a state comprehensive emergency management plan; revising duties of the division; authorizing the division to create new debris management sites in certain circumstances; creating s. 252.352, F.S.; requiring certain political subdivisions to publish specified information on publicly available websites; requiring that such websites be available for a specified period of time; requiring certain county governments to provide to the county’s legislative delegation specified office space and information and a direct point of contact; amending s. 252.355, F.S.; providing that the registry of persons with special needs and special needs shelters includes persons with functional limitations; requiring special needs shelters to include individuals with functional limitations; authorizing the Department of Veterans’ Affairs to provide certain information to specified clients; amending s. 252.357, F.S.; requiring that the Florida Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan authorize the Agency for Health Care Administration to contact independent living facilities in a disaster area; amending s. 252.359, F.S.; revising the manner in which the division facilitates transportation of essentials before and after an emergency; requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with the division to ensure the availability of essentials; specifying the entities that determine state roadways; amending s. 252.365, F.S.; revising the responsibilities of the emergency coordination officer; requiring the head of each agency to make specified notifications annually; amending s. 252.373, F.S.; authorizing the division to use certain funds for administration; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the division; revising requirements for a specified list of facilities recommended to be retrofitted; amending s. 282.201, F.S.; abrogating the scheduled repeal of the division’s exemption from using the required state data center; amending s. 403.7071, F.S.; revising the time period during which specified providers are not required to collect storm-generated yard trash; requiring specified entities to take certain actions regarding the creation, authorization, preauthorization, and management of debris management sites; providing that such sites do not need to be inspected if certain conditions are met; amending s. 526.141, F.S.; requiring that self-service gasoline stations be equipped with an alternate power source; amending ss. 252.356, 381.0011, 381.0303, 400.492, 400.506, 400.610, 400.934, and 401.273, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Corey Simon (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0019 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Victims of Domestic Violence and Dating Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands protections for victims of domestic and dating violence by implementing several key provisions. First, it requires the Division of Telecommunications to conduct a feasibility study for creating a web-based 911 alert system specifically designed for domestic and dating violence victims, which would include features like real-time data-sharing between emergency call centers and law enforcement, unique telephone numbers for users, and the ability to transmit critical data during emergency calls. The bill also updates existing statutes to explicitly include dating violence alongside domestic violence, providing a comprehensive definition of dating violence that encompasses various forms of physical and emotional abuse within significant romantic relationships. Additionally, the bill expands the Attorney General's Address Confidentiality Program to allow victims of dating violence to apply for a confidential address, similar to protections currently available for domestic violence victims. The legislation requires the Division of Telecommunications to report the findings of the 911 alert system feasibility study to the Legislature by January 31, 2026, and mandates that state and local agencies provide information about protection and address confidentiality programs to dating violence victims. The bill aims to enhance safety mechanisms and support systems for individuals experiencing relationship-based violence, with provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to victims of domestic violence and dating violence; providing definitions; requiring the Division of Telecommunications within the Department of Management Services to consult with certain entities to conduct a feasibility study regarding a specified alert system; providing requirements for such alert system; requiring the division to report to the Legislature the results of the feasibility study by a specified date; amending s. 741.401, F.S.; revising legislative findings to include victims of dating violence; amending s. 741.402, F.S.; defining the term "dating violence"; amending s. 741.403, F.S.; authorizing victims of dating violence to apply to participate in the Attorney General's address confidentiality program; amending s. 741.408, F.S.; requiring the Attorney General to designate certain entities to assist victims of dating violence applying to be address confidentiality program participants; amending ss. 741.4651 and 960.001, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Yvonne Hinson (D)*, Webster Barnaby (R)*, Robin Bartleman (D), Daryl Campbell (D), Dan Daley (D), Anna Eskamani (D), Mike Gottlieb (D), Rita Harris (D), Christine Hunschofsky (D), Mitch Rosenwald (D), Marie Woodson (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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CA bill #AB1018 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Automated decision systems.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for the development and deployment of automated decision systems (ADS) that make consequential decisions affecting individuals in various domains such as employment, education, housing, healthcare, financial services, and more. The bill defines an ADS as a computational process using machine learning, statistical modeling, or artificial intelligence that produces simplified outputs like scores or recommendations that materially impact people's lives. Developers of covered ADS must conduct performance evaluations assessing the system's accuracy, potential disparate impacts, and potential disparate treatment of individuals based on protected characteristics. Before January 1, 2027, deployers of such systems must provide subjects with detailed disclosures about how the ADS works, allow individuals to opt out of the system, correct personal information, and appeal decisions. The bill requires third-party independent audits for ADS used to make decisions impacting more than 5,999 people in a three-year period, and allows public entities like the Attorney General to bring civil actions for non-compliance, with potential penalties of up to $25,000 per violation. The legislation aims to increase transparency, accountability, and fairness in the use of artificial intelligence systems that make significant decisions affecting individuals' lives, while also protecting proprietary information and trade secrets related to these technologies.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 24.6 (commencing with Section 22756) to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 51 of the Civil Code, and to add Article 3 (commencing with Section 12959) to Chapter 6 of Part 2.8 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, relating to artificial intelligence.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on P. & C.P. and JUD.
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FL bill #S1802 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records/Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for information in the Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry, which provides background information on individuals served by the program. The exemption protects personal identifying health care information from public disclosure under Florida's public records laws, with the Legislature arguing that such disclosure could potentially invade an individual's privacy, hinder the registry's administration, or enable harassment. Specifically, the registry's information can only be shared with other governmental entities in the furtherance of their duties, and the exemption is not permanent—it will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reviews and reenacts it. The bill includes a provision that allows the information to be shared with other governmental entities without waiving the exemption, and it is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act. The exemption is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1800) and will take effect on the same date that bill becomes law.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 381.992, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for information held in the Parkinson’s Disease Research Program Registry which provides background information on individuals served by the Parkinson’s Disease Research Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alexis Calatayud (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S1536 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Cybersecurity
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances Florida's cybersecurity infrastructure and governance by making several key changes. The legislation establishes a state chief technology officer responsible for aligning technology investments with strategic objectives and overseeing enterprise IT initiatives. It expands the role of the Florida Digital Service to lead cybersecurity efforts, including establishing standards for assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks across state agencies. The bill requires state agencies to report cybersecurity and ransomware incidents within specific timeframes, with more stringent reporting for high-severity incidents (levels 3-5). It creates new positions like chief information security officers for state agencies and adds a local government representative to the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council. The legislation also introduces a new mandate for the Florida Center for Cybersecurity at the University of South Florida to conduct annual comprehensive risk assessments of the state's critical infrastructure, with the goal of improving cybersecurity preparedness and resilience. Additionally, the bill updates project oversight thresholds, clarifies data management responsibilities, and provides more robust frameworks for managing state technology resources and responding to potential cybersecurity threats.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; exempting certain personnel from the career service system; providing for the establishment of salary and benefits for certain positions; amending s. 282.0041, F.S.; providing definitions; amending s. 282.0051, F.S.; revising the purposes for which the Florida Digital Service is established; requiring the Florida Digital Service to ensure that independent project oversight on certain state agency information technology projects is performed in a certain manner; revising the date by which the Department of Management Services, acting through the Florida Digital Service, must provide certain recommendations to the Executive Office of the Governor and the Legislature; deleting certain duties of the Florida Digital Service; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which the Florida Digital Service must provide project oversight; specifying the date by which the Florida Digital Service must provide certain reports; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the Secretary of Management Services, to designate a state chief technology officer; providing duties of the state chief technology officer; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which certain procurement actions must be taken; deleting provisions prohibiting the department, acting through the Florida Digital Service, from retrieving or disclosing certain data in certain circumstances; amending s. 282.00515, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 282.318, F.S.; providing that the Florida Digital Service is the lead entity for a certain purpose; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide certain notifications; requiring the state chief information officer to make certain reports in consultation with the state chief information security officer; requiring a state agency to report ransomware and cybersecurity incidents within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify certain entities immediately of reported incidents and take certain actions; requiring the state chief information security officer to notify the Legislature of certain incidents within a certain time period; requiring certain notification to be provided in a secure environment; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide a certain report to certain entities by a specified date; requiring the Florida Digital Service to provide cybersecurity briefings to certain legislative committees; authorizing the Florida Digital Service to obtain certain access to certain infrastructure and direct certain measures; requiring a state agency head to designate a chief information security officer annually by a specified date; providing that certain agencies shall be under the general supervision of the agency head or designee for administrative purposes but reports to the state chief information officer; authorizing an agency to request that the department procure a chief information security officer; revising the purpose of an agency’s information security manager and the date by which he or she must be designated; authorizing the department to brief certain legislative committees in a closed setting on certain records that are confidential and exempt from public records requirements; requiring such legislative committees to maintain the confidential and exempt status of certain records; authorizing certain legislators to attend meetings of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; amending s. 282.3185, F.S.; requiring a local government to report ransomware and certain cybersecurity incidents to the Cybersecurity Operations Center within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify certain entities immediately of certain incidents and take certain actions; requiring that certain notification be provided in a secure environment; amending s. 282.319, F.S.; revising the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; creating s. 282.3191, F.S.; requiring the Florida Center for Cybersecurity at the University of South Florida to annually conduct certain comprehensive risk assessments; requiring that the center use the data collected and analyzed to provide certain recommendations; requiring the center to submit such assessments and recommendations to the Governor, the Legislature, and the executive director of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0041 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Pub. Rec./Victims of Domestic Violence and Dating Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to expand the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) for Victims of Domestic and Dating Violence by specifically including victims of dating violence in the existing public records exemption. The bill defines "address" as a residential street address, school address, or work address specified in a program participant's application and creates exemptions that protect the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and social security numbers of dating violence victims participating in the program from public disclosure. These exemptions apply to records held by the Office of the Attorney General, the Department of State, and supervisors of elections, and can only be disclosed under specific circumstances such as executing an arrest warrant or through a court order. The bill includes a strong rationale for these protections, emphasizing the need to prevent potential harm to victims by keeping their location and contact information confidential. The exemptions are subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them, and the bill will take effect on the same date as another related piece of legislation (HB 19).
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 741.465, F.S.; defining the term "address"; providing that the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and social security numbers of victims of dating violence who participate in the Address Confidentiality Program for Victims of Domestic and Dating Violence are exempt from public records requirements; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/10/2024
• Added: 12/10/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Criminal Justice Subcommittee, Yvonne Hinson (D)*, Anna Eskamani (D), Rita Harris (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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CT bill #SB01447 • Last Action 03/10/2025
An Act Concerning Additional Revenue Sources For The Special Transportation Fund By Subjecting Peer-to-peer Car Sharing To The Sales And Use Tax And Establishing A Fee On Each Retail Delivery Made In The State.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several key changes to taxation and transportation-related regulations in Connecticut. Specifically, the bill imposes a 9.35% sales and use tax on peer-to-peer car sharing transactions for periods of 30 consecutive calendar days or less, effectively treating these car-sharing services similarly to traditional car rentals. Additionally, the bill establishes a new $0.28 fee for each retail delivery made in the state, which will be adjusted annually based on the consumer price index. The bill also defines new terms related to peer-to-peer car sharing, such as "car sharing platform" and "shared vehicle driver," and specifies that peer-to-peer car sharing facilitators will be responsible for collecting and remitting the new tax. The revenue from the retail delivery fee will be deposited into the Special Transportation Fund. Furthermore, the bill repeals a previous statute that required legislative approval for the Department of Transportation to study a mileage-based user fee on state roads. These changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, for the car sharing tax provisions and October 1, 2025, for the retail delivery fee, with the aim of generating additional revenue for transportation infrastructure and modernizing the state's tax framework.
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Bill Summary: To (1) subject peer-to-peer car sharing for thirty days or less to a nine and thirty-five-hundredths sales and use tax, (2) establish a fee on each retail delivery made in the state, and (3) repeal the statute requiring legislative approval for the Department of Transportation to use state money to study a mileage-based user fee on state roads.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Transportation Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/10/2025 )
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FL bill #S1314 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records/Criminal Acts that Evidence Prejudice
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Hate Crimes Reporting Act in Florida, shifting the responsibility for collecting and disseminating data on criminal acts evidencing prejudice from the Governor to the Attorney General through the Department of Law Enforcement. The bill expands the existing public records exemption to cover data collection related to criminal acts that show prejudice, as defined in specific Florida statutes. Law enforcement agencies will continue to be required to report monthly on such offenses. The collected information remains confidential and can only be used for research or statistical purposes, with strict protections to prevent identifying individual victims. The bill mandates that the Attorney General publish an annual report on this data, replacing the previous requirement of an annual summary. An important provision adds a sunset review date of October 2, 2030, meaning the exemption will automatically expire unless the Legislature specifically reviews and renews it. The bill's justification emphasizes the importance of accurately tracking and understanding prejudice-based crimes to help law enforcement allocate resources more effectively and provide transparency to the public and researchers. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1312) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 877.19, F.S.; requiring the Attorney General, rather than the Governor, through the Department of Law Enforcement, to collect and disseminate specified information; expanding a public records exemption to include the collection and dissemination of data on incidents of criminal acts that evidence prejudice pursuant to ss. 775.085 and 775.0863, F.S.; providing for future review and repeal of the expanded exemption; requiring the Attorney General to publish an annual report, rather than an annual summary; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Sharief (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S1532 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Executive Branch
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes extensive changes to Florida's laws regarding state procurement, minority business enterprises, and vendor regulations. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill eliminates many existing provisions related to minority business enterprises and minority participation in state contracting. It renames the Office of Supplier Diversity to the Office of Supplier Development and redefines its mission to focus on assisting Florida-based enterprises in becoming state suppliers. The bill removes most race and gender-specific procurement goals and preferences, repeals several statutes related to minority business certification and participation, and creates a new comprehensive system for managing prohibited vendors. Key changes include establishing new criteria for prohibited vendor lists, creating a process for investigating and placing vendors on these lists, and setting guidelines for vendor disqualification. The bill introduces new preferences for Florida-based and U.S.-based businesses in state contracting, requiring agencies to give priority to vendors with principal places of business in Florida or the United States when considering bids of equal merit. Additionally, the legislation modifies various state agency contracting procedures, removes minority representation requirements from various boards and commissions, and updates multiple cross-references throughout Florida statutes to reflect these fundamental changes in procurement and business participation policies.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the executive branch; amending s. 17.11, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the Chief Financial Officer to conform to changes made by the act; repealing s. 24.113, F.S., relating to minority participation for lottery retailers; amending s. 110.112, F.S.; revising policies regarding equal employment opportunity in state government; deleting certain requirements regarding affirmative action plans applicable to executive agencies, state attorneys, and public defenders; amending s. 110.123, F.S.; revising definitions applicable to administration of the state group insurance program; authorizing certain surviving dependent children to elect to continue certain coverage under the program; amending s. 110.12301, F.S.; revising provisions governing contracts for claims review services procured by the Division of State Group Insurance of the Department of Management Services; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; authorizing additional exempt positions from the Career Service System, subject to limitations and certain requirements; revising the definition of the term “department”; amending s. 110.211, F.S.; specifying the circumstances when open competition is not required in filling a vacant position; revising certain requirements regarding recruitment literature; amending s. 110.605, F.S.; deleting a requirement that the department develop a certain program relating to Selected Exempt Service positions; amending ss. 112.19 and 112.191, F.S.; revising eligibility for insurance coverage for dependent children of law enforcement, correctional, and correctional probation officers and firefighters who are injured or killed in the line of duty; amending s. 217.07, F.S.; providing a limitation on certain funds held in the Surplus Property Revolving Trust Fund account; repealing s. 255.101, F.S., relating to utilization of minority business enterprises in contracts for public construction works; repealing s. 255.102, F.S., relating to contractor utilization of minority business enterprises; amending s. 255.20, F.S.; revising the factors that a local government may consider in awarding certain bids and contracts for public construction works; amending s. 287.012, F.S.; deleting the definition of the term “minority business enterprise”; revising the definition of the term “office”; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; deleting certain duties and responsibilities of the Office of Supplier Diversity; amending s. 287.055, F.S.; revising factors that an agency is required to consider when acquiring professional architectural, engineering, landscape architectural, or surveying and mapping services; amending s. 287.057, F.S.; deleting requirements that an agency reserve certain contracts for certified minority business enterprises; revising qualifications for certain contract managers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 287.059, F.S.; revising the factors that an agency is encouraged to consider when selecting outside firms for attorney services; amending s. 287.084, F.S.; revising provisions governing preferences for Florida-based businesses in procurement; providing criteria for companies to be deemed a Florida-based business; providing price preferences for competitive solicitations meeting certain criteria; providing applicability and construction; repealing s. 287.093, F.S., relating to the procurement of personal property and services from funds set aside for minority business enterprises; repealing s. 287.0931, F.S., relating to participation in bond underwriting by minority business enterprises; repealing s. 287.094, F.S., relating to penalties for discrimination and false representation in minority business enterprise programs; repealing s. 287.0943, F.S., relating to the certification of minority business enterprises; repealing s. 287.09431, F.S., relating to statewide and interlocal agreements on certification of business concerns for the status of minority business enterprise; amending s. 287.09451, F.S.; renaming the Office of Supplier Diversity as the Office of Supplier Development; revising the powers, duties, and functions of the office; repealing s. 287.0947, F.S., relating to the Florida Advisory Council on Small and Minority Business Development; creating s. 287.096, F.S.; defining terms; prohibiting vendors or affiliates from taking certain actions relating to procurement if placed on a prohibited vendor list maintained by the department; prohibiting a public entity from taking certain actions with a vendor or affiliate placed on any such list; requiring vendors and affiliates to provide certain certifications and make disclosures to an agency; providing applicability; requiring that invitations to bid, requests for proposals, invitations to negotiate, and contracts include a specified statement; requiring the department to maintain the prohibited vendor lists electronically, post the lists on its website, and update them at specified intervals; requiring a vendor or affiliate to notify the department within a specified timeframe of meeting criteria for placement on a prohibited vendor list; requiring a public entity to transmit certain vendor information to the department within a specific timeframe; providing requirements as to investigations and determinations made by the department; providing procedures regarding the placement of a vendor or an affiliate on a prohibited vendor list; providing procedures and requirements for removal from a prohibited vendor list; providing applicability; prohibiting a governmental entity from knowingly entering into contracts with, or accepting bids, proposals, or replies from, certain vendors or affiliates; authorizing the Attorney General to bring a civil action against a vendor or affiliate that violates specified provisions; specifying applicable penalties; authorizing the department to adopt certain rules; providing procedures for the Attorney General regarding any antitrust violations; providing factors for an administrative law judge to consider in determining placement on the antitrust violator vendor list; providing applicability; repealing s. 287.133, F.S., relating to public entity crimes and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities; repealing s. 287.134, F.S., relating to discrimination and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities; repealing s. 287.1346, F.S., relating to the provision of commodities produced by forced labor and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with agencies; repealing s. 287.1351, F.S., relating to suspended vendors for state contracts; repealing s. 287.137(1) and (7), F.S., relating to antitrust violations and the denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities and the denial of economic benefits; transferring, renumbering, and amending s. 287.137(8), F.S.; revising provisions governing a public records exemption for certain investigatory records to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 287.138, F.S.; revising applicable penalties for violations relating to contracting with entities of foreign countries of concern to conform to changes made by the act; repealing s. 288.1167, F.S., relating to sports franchise contract provisions for food and beverage concession and contract awards to minority business enterprises; amending s. 288.703, F.S.; deleting the definition of the term “certified minority business enterprise”; revising the definition of the term “ombudsman”; amending s. 288.7031, F.S.; revising a provision governing the application of certain definitions to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 376.84, F.S.; revising economic incentives available for brownfield redevelopment; amending s. 440.45, F.S.; revising the composition of the statewide nominating commission for Judges of Compensation Claims; repealing s. 760.80, F.S., relating to minority representation on boards, commissions, councils, and committees; redesignating part V of ch. 760, F.S., as part IV to conform to changes made by the act; amending s. 1001.706, F.S.; deleting certain requirements that the Board of Governors must take regarding utilization of minority business enterprises; amending s. 1013.46, F.S.; deleting a provision authorizing a set-aside for minority business enterprises for the award of certain contracts; amending s. 16.615, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending ss. 43.16, 110.116, 212.096, 215.971, 255.0992, 282.201, 282.709, 286.101, 287.056, 287.0571, 287.0591, 288.0001, 288.706, 295.187, 376.3072, 394.47865, 402.7305, 408.045, 473.3065, 570.07, and 627.351, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Stan McClain (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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NY bill #S03006 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state education, labor, housing and family assistance budget for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to contracts for excellence; relates to calculation of state aid to school districts; relates to a statewide dual enrollment policy; extends workforce education; relates to maximum class sizes for special education; extends chapter 82 of the laws of 1995; relates to foundation aid; provides for special apportionment f
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the key provisions of this bill: This bill enacts major components of the state budget for education, labor, housing, and family assistance for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill contains numerous provisions affecting various aspects of education, housing, and social services. Some key highlights include: establishing a statewide dual enrollment policy for high school students to earn college credits, modifying foundation aid calculations for school districts, creating a New York Opportunity Promise Scholarship for adults seeking associate degrees, implementing a Housing Access Voucher Program to help homeless or housing-insecure individuals, establishing a First Home Grant Program to assist first-time homebuyers, and creating a Baby Bucks Allowance pilot program to provide financial support to low-income families with infants. The bill also makes changes to workers' compensation and disability benefits, increases short-term disability benefits, and extends various existing programs and initiatives. These provisions aim to support education, workforce development, affordable housing, and family assistance across New York state.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to contracts for excellence; to amend the education law, in relation to foundation aid; to amend the education law, in relation to the establishment of a statewide dual enrollment policy; to amend the education law, in relation to allowable transportation expenses; to amend the education law, in relation to universal pre-kindergarten and the Statewide universal full-day pre-kindergarten program; to amend chapter 756 of the laws of relating to funding a program for work force education conducted by the consortium for worker education in New York city, in relation to reimbursement for the 2025-2026 school year withholding a portion of employment preparation education aid and in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend the education law, in relation to maximum class sizes for special classes for certain students with disabilities; to amend chapter 82 of the laws of 1995 amending the education law and other laws relating to state aid to school districts and the appropriation of funds for the support of government, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; providing for special apportionment for salary expenses; providing for special apportionment for public pension accruals; providing for set-asides from the state funds which certain districts are receiving from the total foundation aid; providing for support of public libraries; and to repeal certain provisions of the education law relating to calculation of school aid (Part A); to amend the education law, in relation to the universal prekindergarten program; to amend the education law, in relation to foundation aid; to amend the education law, in relation to library materials aid; to amend part C of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020 directing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor for the Rochester city school district, establishing the powers and duties of such monitor and certain other officers and relating to the apportionment of aid to such school district, in relation to the expenses of the monitor and to extend the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 19 of the laws of 2020 authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Hempstead union free school district and establishing the powers and duties of such monitor, in relation to the expenses of the monitor and to extend the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter of the laws of 2020 repealing a chapter of the laws of 2019 authorizing the commissioner of education, in consultation with the comptroller to appoint a monitor to oversee the Wyandanch union free school district and establishing the powers and duties of such monitor, in relation to the expenses of the monitor and to extend the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 89 of the laws of 2016 relating to supplementary funding for dedicated programs for public school students in the East Ramapo central school district, in relation to the expenses of the monitor and to extend the effectiveness thereof; authorizing the commissioner of education to appoint a monitor to oversee the Mount Vernon city school district and establishing the powers and duties of such monitor; to amend the education law, in relation to expanding authorization to provide pupil transportation in child safety zones; to amend the education law, in relation to approved expenses from the testing of potable water systems of occupied school buildings; to amend the education law, in relation to expanding aid for career education; to amend the education law, in relation to increasing additional apportionment of building aid for certain projects; to amend the education law, in relation to setting interim tuition rates for certain programs; to amend the education law, in relation to authorizing certain institutions to retain funds in excess of their allowable and reimbursable costs incurred for certain services and programs; to amend the education law, in relation to transitional aid for charter school payments; providing for an accelerated payment schedule for the New Rochelle city school district; directing the commissioner of education to conduct a survey regarding the total mental health expenditures of each school district; to amend the education law, in relation to zero-emission school buses; to amend the education law, in relation to apportionment for pupil transportation; to amend the education law, in relation to allowable transportation expenses; to amend the education law, in relation to allowable expenses for transportation capital, debt service, or leases which are related to costs associated with the purchase of or conversion to zero-emission school buses and supporting infrastructure; to amend the education law, in relation to operating base aid for certain reorganized school districts; to amend chapter of the laws of 1996 authorizing the Roosevelt union free school district to finance deficits by the issuance of serial bonds, in relation to an apportionment for salary expenses; to amend chapter 378 of the laws of 2010 amending the education law relating to paperwork reduction, in relation to extending the provisions thereof; to amend the education law, in relation to community school grants; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon the expiration thereof (Part A-1); to amend the education law, in relation to establishing a universal school meals program; to amend chapter 537 of the laws of relating to paid, free and reduced price breakfast for eligible pupils in certain school districts, in relation to a state subsidy; and to repeal section 925 of the education law relating to the community eligibility provision state subsidy (Part B); to amend the education law, in relation to student use of internet-enabled devices during the school day (Part C); to amend the education law in relation to scholarships awarded to part-time students by the New York state higher education services corporation; to amend the education law, in relation to making conforming changes; to repeal section 666 of the education law, relating to tuition awards for part-time undergraduate students; and to repeal section 667-c-1 of the education law relating to the New York state part-time scholarship award program (Part D); to amend the education law, in relation to excelsior scholarship awarded to students by the New York state higher education services corporation (Part E); to amend the education law, in relation to creating a New York opportunity promise scholarship (Part F); to amend the executive law, the public housing law and the state finance law, in relation to discriminatory practices by real estate appraisers and further fair housing compliance (Part G); intentionally omitted (Part H); to amend the general obligations law, in relation to the liability of a grantee or assignee for deposits made by tenants upon conveyance of rent stabilized dwelling units (Part I); to amend the real property actions and proceedings law, in relation to determining when a dwelling is abandoned (Part J); to amend the real property tax law, in relation to a tax exemption for residential real property transferred to a low-income household or community land trust (Part K); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to reduction of taxes pursuant to shelter rent (Part L); to amend the real property tax law, in relation to the applicability of the residential redevelopment inhibited property exemption to all localities in the state (Part M); to utilize reserves in the mortgage insurance fund for various housing purposes (Part N); to amend part N of chapter 56 of the laws of 2020, amending the social services law relating to restructuring financing for residential school placements, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part O); to amend the social services law, in relation to certification of child care substitute pools to place substitute caregivers in licensed and registered child care programs (Part P); to amend the social services law, in relation to establishing the baby bucks allowance (Part Q); to amend the social services law, in relation to increasing the standards of monthly need for aged, blind and disabled persons living in the community (Part R); to amend part W of chapter 54 of the laws of 2016 amending the social services law relating to the powers and duties of the commissioner of social services relating to the appointment of a temporary operator, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part S); to amend the labor law, in relation to revising the healthy terminals act (Part T); intentionally omitted (Part U); to amend the labor law, in relation to civil penalties for violations of certain provisions for the payment of wages; to amend the civil practice law and rules, in relation to grounds for attachment; to amend the business corporation law, in relation to streamlining procedures where employees may hold shareholders of non-publicly traded corporations personally liable for wage theft; to amend the limited liability company law, in relation to creating a right for victims of wage theft to hold the ten members with the largest ownership interests in a company personally liable for wage theft; and to amend the labor law, in relation to penalties for certain wage violations (Part V); to amend the labor law and the penal law, in relation to the civil and criminal penalties for violations of child labor laws (Part W); to amend the labor law and the education law, in relation to digitizing the process by which minors apply for employment certificates or working papers; and to repeal certain provisions of the labor law relating thereto (Part X); to amend the veterans' services law, in relation to annuity to be paid to parents, spouses, and minor children of service members who died while on active duty (Part Y); to amend the executive law, in relation to the requirements for filing a complaint with the division of human rights; and to amend the state finance law, in relation to establishing a discrimination complaints escrow fund (Part Z); to require the submission of an annual report on the New York state museum (Part AA); to amend the real property tax law, in relation to establishing a real property tax exemption for veterans who have a one hundred percent service connected disability (Part BB); to amend the social services law, in relation to assisting persons with medically diagnosed HIV infection; and repealing certain provisions of such law relating thereto (Part CC); to amend the social services law, in relation to the standards of monthly need for persons in receipt of public assistance (Part DD); to amend the social services law, in relation to allowances for the costs of diapers (Part EE); establishing a fiscal cliff task force to conduct a study on fiscal cliffs in the state's public assistance programs and to make recommendations related thereto; and providing for the repeal of such provision upon expiration thereof (Part FF); to amend the social services law, in relation to child care assistance under the child care block grant (Part GG); to amend the social services law, in relation to increasing the federal poverty level requirement for recipients of social services where it concerns the one-time disregard of earned income following job entry for up to six consecutive months (Part HH); to amend the social services law, in relation to prohibiting requiring parents or caretakers to earn a minimum wage to be eligible for child care assistance (Part II); to amend the executive law, in relation to extending the time for the advisory board and commissioner of health to complete requirements related to the modernization and revitalization of SUNY Downstate health sciences university and provides that board hearings are subject to the open meetings law (Part JJ); to amend the social services law, in relation to establishing the New York healthy incentive program (Subpart A); to amend the social services law, in relation to automating SNAP and the New York healthy incentive program (Subpart B); and to amend the social services law, in relation to establishing the New York healthy incentive program outreach program (Subpart C)(Part KK); to amend the social services law, in relation to establishing a state SNAP minimum benefit program (Part LL); to amend the education law, in relation to establishing the mental health educational opportunity program and the mental health higher educational opportunity program (Part MM); to amend the education law, in relation to tuition assistance program awards for students experiencing homelessness (Part NN); to amend the education law, in relation to the New York state district attorney and indigent legal services attorney loan forgiveness program (Part OO); to amend the education law, in relation to creating the school-based mental health loan repayment program (Part PP); to amend the education law, in relation to allowing for students in postsecondary education experience or transition program to receive awards from the tuition assistance program (Part QQ); to amend the education law, in relation to phasing out certain mandatory university fees for graduate students (Part RR); to amend the education law, in relation to expanding eligibility for the tuition assistance program (Part SS); to amend the education law, in relation to the duration of tuition assistance awards (Part TT); to amend the general business law and the real property law, in relation to providing expanded homeownership opportunities from the conversion of certain residential rental buildings to condominium status by property owners that commit to the stewardship of permanently affordable units and the preservation of expiring affordable housing inventory in the city of New York; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part UU); to amend the veterans' services law, in relation to establishing a searchable database of veteranowned businesses (Part VV); to amend the state finance law, in relation to establishing the youth justice innovation fund (Part WW); to amend the education law, in relation to removing the requirement that an institution of higher learning shall have a certain amount of total endowment assets to qualify for state aid apportionments; and to repeal subparagraph (vi) of paragraph (b) of subdivision 2 of section of the education law, relating to the requirement that sponsoring colleges associated with certain institutions of higher learning have a certain amount of total endowment assets for such institutions of higher learning to qualify for state aid apportionments (Part XX); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to establishing the small rental housing development initiative (Part YY); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to the mobile and manufactured home replacement program (Part ZZ); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to increasing the annual amount of loans made to an agricultural producer from the housing development fund (Part AAA); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to establishing the New York state first home grant program; and to amend the tax law, in relation to excluding the amount of any grant to any first time home buyer awarded or any federal first time home buyer grant program from taxable income for the purpose of calculating New York adjusted gross income (Part BBB); to amend the public housing law, in relation to establishing the housing access voucher program (Part CCC); to amend the workers' compensation law and the insurance law, in relation to increasing short-term disability benefits (Part DDD); to amend the workers' compensation law, in relation to the parties' rights to a hearing upon application to the workers' compensation board and requiring a record of all hearings held (Part EEE); to amend the state finance law, in relation to establishing the New York state worker protection and labor law enforcement fund (Part FFF); to amend the labor law, in relation to requiring training to reduce abusive conduct and bullying in the workplace (Part GGG); to amend the labor law, in relation to decreasing the length of the suspension period applicable to certain striking workers who seek to obtain unemployment insurance benefits (Part HHH); to amend the social services law, in relation to enacting the "shelter arrears eviction forestallment act" to provide emergency assistance for rent or mortgage arrears or other fees for the prevention of eviction (Part III); to amend the real property tax law, in relation to expanding the applicability of the assessment exemption for living quarters for parent or grandparent (Part JJJ); to amend the navigation law, in relation to real property establishing the homeowner protection program (Part KKK); to amend the private housing finance law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing the vacant rental improvement program (Part LLL); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to establishing the block by block homeownership program (Part MMM); to amend the labor law, in relation to unemployment benefits based on employment with certain educational institutions; and to repeal certain provisions of such law relating thereto (Part NNN); to amend the labor law, in relation to prevailing wage requirements applicable to construction projects performed under private contract; and to repeal section 224-c of the labor law, in relation to eliminating the public subsidiary board (Part OOO); in relation to establishing an analysis of the feasibility of forming insurance captives for the purpose of controlling and lowering insurance costs for affordable housing in the state of New York; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof (Part PPP); to amend the public housing law, in relation to public reporting on capital programs and projects of the division of housing and community renewal (Part QQQ); to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to establishing the green affordable pre-electrification program (Part RRR); and to amend the education law, in relation to requiring institutions within the state university of New York and the city university of New York to have at least one vending machine on campus which makes emergency contraception available for purchase (Part SSS)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 3006B
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TX bill #HB4148 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relating to the records, management, and taxation of navigation districts and certain port and harbor facilities.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses several administrative and operational aspects of navigation districts, port authorities, and related boards in Texas. It allows these entities to establish alternative electronic record storage and retention standards, enabling them to convert hard copy documents to electronic form and potentially destroy original physical documents, while ensuring that retention periods meet state and federal requirements. The bill increases the threshold for routine purchases and contracts from $100,000 to $500,000 for port commissions and certain transportation district boards, giving these entities more financial flexibility. It also modifies regulations around closed meetings, specifically exempting port commissions from recording closed meetings related to security measures. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "navigation-related commerce" for tax purposes to include new activities like cruise ship terminal facilities and certain transportation-related services. The bill excludes navigation districts and port authorities from a specific governmental entity definition and makes provisions for how these entities can delegate purchasing authority. These changes aim to modernize and streamline administrative processes for navigation districts and port authorities in Texas, with the provisions set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the records, management, and taxation of navigation districts and certain port and harbor facilities.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/10/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mary Ann Perez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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CT bill #HB07162 • Last Action 03/10/2025
An Act Reforming The Motor Vehicle Towing Statutes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms motor vehicle towing statutes to provide greater protections for vehicle owners and establish a comprehensive consumer bill of rights regarding towing. The key provisions include requiring wrecker services to obtain specific written authorization before towing a vehicle from private property, mandating detailed documentation through photographs before towing, and establishing new guidelines for storing and releasing towed vehicles. The bill requires wrecker services to provide clear signage, maintain specific business hours for vehicle redemption, and allow owners to access personal belongings in towed vehicles. It also creates a process for selling unclaimed vehicles, limits towing fees, and requires the Attorney General to develop a consumer bill of rights that explains vehicle owners' rights and procedures for towing and vehicle recovery. Additionally, the bill increases penalties for violations and provides more oversight of towing services, including allowing the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to investigate consumer complaints and take action against wrecker services that do not comply with the new regulations. The goal is to protect vehicle owners from improper towing practices and provide more transparency in the towing process.
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Bill Summary: To reform motor vehicle towing statutes, provide protections for motor vehicle owners whose vehicles are towed and establish a consumer bill of rights regarding towing.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Transportation Committee, Martin Looney (D), Travis Simms (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Transportation Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/10/2025 )
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FL bill #S1494 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records and Public Meetings/Hearings Relating to Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida statutes to enhance privacy protections for individuals involved in mental health and substance abuse legal proceedings. Specifically, the bill mandates that all court hearings related to mental health and substance abuse treatment are confidential and closed to the public, with exceptions allowed only if the respondent consents or a judge finds good cause. The legislation expands existing confidentiality provisions to ensure that all petitions, court orders, and related records filed with the court remain confidential and exempt from public records requirements. While the records remain confidential, they can be disclosed to specific parties including the petitioner, respondent, attorneys, guardians, healthcare practitioners, service providers, and certain government agencies. The bill allows courts to use a respondent's name for administrative purposes like scheduling cases, but prohibits publishing personal identifying information publicly. The legislation is motivated by a desire to protect individuals' sensitive medical information and prevent potential stigma or discouragement from seeking treatment. The confidentiality provisions are set to be reviewed in 2030 and will apply to documents filed on or after July 1, 2025, with the bill's implementation contingent on the passage of related legislation.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and public meetings; amending ss. 394.464 and 397.6760, F.S.; specifying that all hearings relating to mental health and substance abuse, respectively, are confidential and closed to the public; providing exceptions; exempting certain information from public records requirements; expanding a public records exemption to include certain petitions and applications; authorizing disclosure of certain confidential and exempt documents to certain service providers; authorizing courts to use a respondent’s name for certain purposes; revising applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; making technical changes; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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CT bill #HB07112 • Last Action 03/10/2025
An Act Concerning Housing And Homelessness And The Rental Assistance Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive housing and homelessness initiative that introduces multiple programs and studies aimed at addressing housing challenges in Connecticut. The bill establishes a sewer system infrastructure support program to help municipalities expand housing opportunities, and prohibits municipalities from requiring lot sizes larger than one acre for residential construction, which could help increase housing density. It bans "hostile architecture" designed to prevent homeless individuals from sitting or lying in public spaces and requires the collection of data on LGBTQ youth and young adults experiencing housing insecurity. The bill modifies the existing rental assistance program, authorizes bonding for housing choice voucher home ownership programs, and creates several pilot programs, including one for middle housing development grants and another to provide portable showers and laundry facilities for people experiencing homelessness. Additionally, the bill establishes a direct rental assistance pilot program that will provide cash assistance to 150 qualifying recipients currently on the Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list. The legislation also mandates multiple studies by the majority leaders' roundtable, exploring potential initiatives such as an Affordable Housing Real Estate Trust, renovation funding for low-appraisal areas, rental savings accounts, and extreme temperature protocols for protecting homeless individuals. These comprehensive measures aim to address various aspects of housing accessibility, affordability, and support for vulnerable populations.
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Bill Summary: To (1) establish a sewer system infrastructure support program, (2) prohibit requiring a lot size greater than one acre for construction of a residence, (3) prohibit a municipality from installing or constructing hostile architecture, (4) require the collection of data regarding LGBTQ youth and young adults, (5) modify the rental assistance program, (6) authorize bonding for municipalities administering a housing choice voucher home ownership program, (7) modify the Community Investment Fund to provide automatic bonding for affordable housing projects, (8) establish a middle housing grant pilot program, (9) establish a pilot program to provide portable showers and laundry facilities to persons experiencing homelessness, (10) establish a direct rental assistance pilot program, and (11) require the majority leaders' roundtable to study (A) establishing an Affordable Housing Real Estate Trust, (B) providing funding to individuals renovating properties in areas with low appraisal values, (C) establishing rental savings accounts and rental tax credits, and (D) establishing extreme temperature protocols to protect persons experiencing homelessness.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Housing Committee, Geoff Luxenberg (D), Steven Winter (D), Travis Simms (D), Gary Turco (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Filed with Legislative Commissioners' Office
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TX bill #HB4218 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relating to maintenance and production of electronic public information under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Texas public information law to provide clearer guidelines for accessing and requesting electronic public information. It expands the definition of "public information" to include electronic communications related to official business and data dictionaries in databases, while explicitly stating that such electronic records should not impede public access. The bill requires governmental bodies to provide electronic public information in searchable or sortable formats when requested, using the same computer software they use to manage their information. If a requestor prefers, the agency can provide a paper printout. Importantly, governmental bodies cannot refuse to provide electronic information simply because exporting or redacting it requires specific computer commands. The bill also mandates that contracts for electronic information systems should not make public inspection more difficult and applies to electronic records even when a third party is the custodian. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and apply only to public information requests received on or after that date. Additionally, the bill removes a previous section of government code related to record fees and clarifies how county clerks should charge for non-paper record copies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to maintenance and production of electronic public information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Giovanni Capriglione (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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FL bill #S1278 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records/Department of Management Services Vendor Information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to create a public records exemption for vendor background information held electronically by the Department of Management Services (DMS). Specifically, the bill makes vendor background information and related data exempt from public records requirements, meaning such information cannot be freely accessed through standard public records requests. However, the bill allows this sensitive information to be shared between governmental entities for official purposes. The exemption is designed to protect proprietary and sensitive vendor information that could potentially compromise government procurement processes or be subject to undue foreign influence. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that protecting vendor background information is necessary to maintain the integrity of vendor evaluations, procurement decisions, and government operational safety. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1276) during the 2025 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain vendor information held by the Department of Management Services in electronic systems; authorizing the sharing of such information to other governmental entities for a specified purpose; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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TX bill #SB2113 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a special right of access to public information for members of governing boards under the Texas Public Information Law. The bill defines a "member of a governing board" as an individual appointed, designated, or elected to direct or serve on a board governing a governmental or nongovernmental entity, such as a municipal governing body or county commissioner. Under this new law, such board members can inspect, duplicate, or request public information related to their official capacity, and these requests must be fulfilled promptly and without charge. If the requested information contains confidential elements, those portions can be redacted at no cost. The bill also allows governmental bodies to request that board members sign a confidentiality agreement for sensitive information, with specific provisions about how such information must be handled. Additionally, the bill provides a mechanism for board members to seek an attorney general's opinion if there is a dispute about the confidentiality of information, and allows for potential legal action through a writ of mandamus if an entity fails to comply with the law's requirements. The provisions do not replace existing methods of obtaining information under other laws and are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a special right of access under the public information law for a member of a governing board.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/10/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bryan Hughes (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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CA bill #AB973 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Recycling: plastic packaging and products.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals and replaces an existing recycling program for plastic packaging and products with a new comprehensive regulatory framework. Starting July 1, 2026, manufacturers of covered plastic products (including rigid containers, plastic products, and film plastics) must register annually with the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, pay a registration charge, and meet specific postconsumer recycled content requirements. For most covered products, manufacturers must use at least 30% postconsumer recycled content by weight starting January 1, 2028, with lower percentages for specific product categories like trash bags and roll carts. The bill requires manufacturers to provide annual reports detailing their plastic usage, obtain third-party certification of recycled content starting in 2029, and allows the department to grant two-year waivers for manufacturers facing technological or regulatory challenges. Manufacturers who fail to meet the recycled content requirements will be subject to civil penalties, calculated on a per-pound basis for virgin plastic used. The bill aims to increase plastic recycling, reduce reliance on virgin plastics, and create markets for recycled plastic materials, with penalties and fees deposited into a Rigid Container Account to support recycling infrastructure and market development.
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Bill Summary: An act to repeal and add Chapter 5.5 (commencing with Section 42300) of Part 3 of Division 30 of the Public Resources Code, relating to recycling.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Hoover (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on NAT. RES. and JUD.
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FL bill #S1570 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Suits Against the Government
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill increases the statutory limits on tort claims against the state and its agencies and subdivisions, specifically modifying the liability caps for claims. Under the new provisions, if a claim accrues before October 1, 2025, the limit is $200,000 per individual and $300,000 total per incident. For claims between October 1, 2025, and October 1, 2030, the limits increase to $1 million per individual and $3 million total per incident. After October 1, 2030, the limits will be $1.1 million per individual and $3.2 million total per incident. The bill also allows state subdivisions to settle claims exceeding these limits without further legislative action and prohibits insurance policies from conditioning payment on the enactment of a claim bill. Additionally, the legislation revises the period for presenting claims, modifies the statute of limitations for tort claims, and makes numerous technical amendments to align other sections of Florida law with these changes. The bill ensures that the liability limitations in effect on the date a claim accrues will apply to that specific claim, providing clarity and predictability for potential tort actions against government entities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to suits against the government; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; increasing the statutory limits on liability for tort claims against the state and its agencies and subdivisions; authorizing a subdivision of the state to settle a claim in excess of the statutory limit without further action by the Legislature regardless of insurance coverage limits; prohibiting an insurance policy from conditioning payment of benefits on the enactment of a claim bill; specifying that the limitations in effect on the date the claim accrues apply to that claim; revising the period within which certain claims must be presented to certain entities; revising exceptions relating to instituting actions on tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions; revising the period after which the failure of certain entities to make final disposition of a claim shall be deemed a final denial of the claim for certain purposes; revising the statute of limitations for tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions and exceptions thereto; providing applicability; amending s. 944.713, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 45.061(5), 110.504(4), 111.071(1)(a), 125.01015(2)(b), 163.01(3)(h) and (15)(k), 190.043, 213.015(13), 252.51, 252.89, 252.944, 260.0125(2), 284.31, 284.38, 322.13(1)(b), 337.19(1), 341.302(17), 351.03(4)(c), 373.1395(6), 375.251(3)(a), 381.0056(9), 393.075(3), 394.9085(7), 395.1055(10)(g), 403.706(17)(c), 409.175(15)(b), 409.993(1), (2)(a), and (3)(a), 420.504(8), 455.221(3), 455.32(5), 456.009(3), 456.076(15)(a), 471.038(3), 472.006(11)(b), 497.167(7), 513.118(2), 548.046(1), 556.106(8), 589.19(4)(e), 627.7491(3) and (4), 723.0611(2)(c), 760.11(5), 766.1115(4), 766.112(2), 768.1355(3), 768.1382(7), 768.295(4), 946.5026, 946.514(3), 961.06(5), (6)(a), and (7), 1002.33(12)(h), 1002.333(6)(b), 1002.34(17), 1002.351(3)(c), 1002.37(2), 1002.55(3)(l), 1002.83(10), 1002.88(1)(p), 1006.24(1), and 1006.261(2)(b), F.S., relating to offers of settlement, volunteer benefits, payment of judgments or settlements against certain public officers or employees, office of the sheriff, the Florida Interlocal Cooperation Act of 1969, suits against community development districts, taxpayer rights, liability, tort liability, tort liability, limitation on liability of private landowners whose property is designated as part of the statewide system of greenways and trail, scope and types of coverages, waiver of sovereign immunity, driver license examiners, suits by and against the Department of Transportation, rail program, railroad-highway grade crossing warning signs and signals, limitation on liability of water management district with respect to areas made available to the public for recreational purposes without charge, limitation on liability of persons making available to public certain areas for recreational purposes without charge, school health services program, general liability coverage, behavioral provider liability, rules and enforcement, local government solid waste responsibilities, licensure of family foster homes, lead agencies and subcontractor liability, the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, legal and investigative services, the Management Privatization Act, legal and investigative services, impaired practitioner programs, the Florida Engineers Management Corporation, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, administrative matters, conduct on premises and refusal of service, physician’s attendance at match, liability of the state and its agencies or subdivisions, creation of certain state forests, naming of certain state forests, Operation Outdoor Freedom Program, official law enforcement vehicles and motor vehicle insurance requirements, the Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation, administrative and civil remedies and construction, health care providers and creation of agency relationship with governmental contractors, comparative fault, the Florida Volunteer Protection Act, street and security lighting and other similar illumination, Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP), sovereign immunity in tort actions, inmates not state employees, compensation for wrongful incarceration, charter schools, persistently low-performing schools, charter technical career centers, the Florida School for Competitive Academics, the Florida Virtual School, school-year prekindergarten program delivered by private prekindergarten providers, Early learning coalitions, school readiness program provider standards, tort liability and liability insurance, and use of school buses for public purposes, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 768.28, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Nick DiCeglie (R)*, Darryl Rouson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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NY bill #S03005 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state public protection and general government budget for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; extends provisions of law relating to criminal justice including the psychological testing of candidates, expanding the geographic area of employment of certain police officers, prisoner furloughs in certain cases and the crime of absconding therefrom, correctional facilities, inmate work release, furlough and leave, certain provisi
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends and implements various provisions related to the state public protection and general government budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Here is a comprehensive summary: This bill enacts major components of legislation affecting multiple areas of state government, with key provisions including: extending various legal provisions related to criminal justice through 2027, such as psychological testing for candidates, police employment geographic areas, and prisoner furloughs; establishing a new Office of Gun Violence Prevention with an advisory council to coordinate state efforts to prevent gun violence; creating a new Office of Native American Affairs to support Native American nations and communities; implementing a new artificial intelligence oversight framework with a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer and advisory committee; expanding victim support services, particularly for survivors of sexual assault and gender-based violence; modifying retirement and pension rules for certain New York City public employees, including police officers and transit workers; establishing new provisions for motions to vacate judgments, particularly for individuals who were victims of trafficking or whose convictions involved decriminalized offenses; creating a comprehensive renewable energy plan for the Empire State Plaza complex; and making various technical amendments to state laws. The bill contains over 25 separate parts addressing a wide range of governmental functions, from cybersecurity and criminal justice to public employee benefits and technological innovation. Most provisions are set to take effect immediately or on specific dates in 2025 and 2026, with many extending existing legal frameworks or creating new state initiatives.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend chapter 887 of the laws of 1983, amending the correction law relating to the psychological testing of candidates, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 428 of the laws of , amending the executive law and the criminal procedure law relating to expanding the geographic area of employment of certain police officers, in relation to extending the expiration of such chapter; to amend chapter 886 of the laws of 1972, amending the correction law and the penal law relating to prisoner furloughs in certain cases and the crime of absconding therefrom, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 261 of the laws of 1987, amending chapters 50, 53 and 54 of the laws of 1987, the correction law, the penal law and other chapters and laws relating to correctional facilities, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 339 of the laws of 1972, amending the correction law and the penal law relating to inmate work release, furlough and leave, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 60 of the laws of 1994 relating to certain provisions which impact upon expenditure of certain appropriations made by chapter 50 of the laws of 1994 enacting the state operations budget, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 55 of the laws of 1992, amending the tax law and other laws relating to taxes, surcharges, fees and funding, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend chapter 907 of the laws of 1984, amending the correction law, the New York city criminal court act and the executive law relating to prison and jail housing and alternatives to detention and incarceration programs, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend chapter 166 of the laws of 1991, amending the tax law and other laws relating to taxes, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to extending the expiration of the mandatory surcharge and victim assistance fee; to amend chapter 713 of the laws of 1988, amending the vehicle and traffic law relating to the ignition interlock device program, in relation to extending the expiration thereof; to amend chapter 435 of the laws of , amending the military law and other laws relating to various provisions, in relation to extending the expiration date of the merit provisions of the correction law and the penal law of such chapter; to amend chapter 412 of the laws of 1999, amending the civil practice law and rules and the court of claims act relating to prisoner litigation reform, in relation to extending the expiration of the inmate filing fee provisions of the civil practice law and rules and general filing fee provision and inmate property claims exhaustion requirement of the court of claims act of such chapter; to amend chapter 222 of the laws of 1994 constituting the family protection and domestic violence intervention act of 1994, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of the criminal procedure law requiring the arrest of certain persons engaged in family violence; to amend chapter 505 of the laws of 1985, amending the criminal procedure law relating to the use of closed-circuit television and other protective measures for certain child witnesses, in relation to extending the expiration of the provisions thereof; to amend chapter 3 of the laws of 1995, enacting the sentencing reform act of 1995, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend chapter 689 of the laws of 1993 amending the criminal procedure law relating to electronic court appearance in certain counties, in relation to extending the expiration thereof; to amend chapter 688 of the laws of , amending the executive law relating to enacting the interstate compact for adult offender supervision, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 56 of the laws of 2009, amending the correction law relating to limiting the closing of certain correctional facilities, providing for the custody by the department of correctional services of inmates serving definite sentences, providing for custody of federal prisoners and requiring the closing of certain correctional facilities, in relation to the effectiveness of such chapter; to amend chapter 152 of the laws of 2001 amending the military law relating to military funds of the organized militia, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 554 of the laws of 1986, amending the correction law and the penal law relating to providing for community treatment facilities and establishing the crime of absconding from the community treatment facility, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend chapter 55 of the laws of , amending the criminal procedure law relating to the pre-criminal proceeding settlements in the City of New York, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part A); intentionally omitted (Part B); to amend the public officers law, in relation to residency requirements for certain positions as a correction officer; to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to mandatory retirement for certain members or officers of the state police; to amend the executive law, in relation to eligibility for appointment as a sworn member of the state police; and to amend the civil service law, in relation to the requirements for appointment of police officers (Part C); intentionally omitted (Part D); to amend the correction law, in relation to merit time allowance and limited credit time allowance (Part E); to amend criminal procedure law, civil practice law and rules, general municipal law, the court of claims act, and the education law, in relation to eliminating the statute of limitations for sex trafficking cases (Part F); to amend the executive law, in relation to expanding support services for victims of financial abuse and homicide (Part G); to amend the executive law and the public health law, in relation to expanding protections and services to survivors of sexual assault (Part H); to amend the social services law, in relation to public assistance for survivors of gender-based violence; and to repeal subdivision four of section 349-a of the social services law relating thereto (Part I); to amend the state finance law and the executive law, in relation to a model gender-based violence and the workplace policy (Part J); to amend the general municipal law and the executive law, in relation to requiring municipal cybersecurity incident reporting and exempting such reports from freedom of information requirements (Part K); to amend the penal law, in relation to artificial intelligence-generated child sexual abuse material (Part L); to amend the penal law, in relation to including the patronization of a person who is mentally disabled in the offense of sex trafficking (Part M); intentionally omitted (Part N); intentionally omitted (Part O); intentionally omitted (Part P); to amend chapter 396 of the laws of 2010 amending the alcoholic beverage control law relating to liquidator's permits and temporary retail permits, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part Q); to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the bonding limit of the New York city transitional finance authority (Part R); to amend the real property tax law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the industrial and commercial abatement program (Part S); intentionally omitted (Part T); intentionally omitted (Part U); to amend the civil service law, in relation to extending the waiver of certain state civil service examination fees; and to amend part EE of chapter 55 of the laws of 2023, amending the civil service law relating to waiving state civil service examination fees between July , 2023 and December 31, 2025, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part V); intentionally omitted (Part W); to amend the state technology law, in relation to cybersecurity awareness training for government employees, data protection standards and cybersecurity protection (Part X); intentionally omitted (Part Y); to amend the New York city public works investment act, in relation to authorizing the use of certain alternative project delivery methods (Part Z); to amend the workers' compensation law, in relation to medical providers entitled to render emergency care and treatment in cases of a workers' compensation injury (Part AA); intentionally omitted (Part BB); to amend the workers' compensation law, in relation to temporary payment of compensation for medical treatment and care (Part CC); intentionally omitted (Part DD); in relation to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2025-2026 budget, authorizing certain payments and transfers; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the administration of certain funds and accounts, in relation to the effectiveness thereof, and in relation to interest owed on outstanding balances of debt; to amend part XX of chapter 56 of the laws of 2024, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2023-2024 budget, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; authorizing the comptroller to transfer up to $25,000,000 from various state bond funds to the general debt service fund for the purposes of redeeming or defeasing outstanding state bonds; to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to housing program bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes by the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for city university facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for library construction projects; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for state university educational facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for locally sponsored community colleges; to amend chapter 392 of the laws of 1973, constituting the New York state medical care facilities finance agency act, in relation to the issuance of mental health services facilities improvement bonds and notes; to amend part K of chapter 81 of the laws of 2002, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2002-2003 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to finance capital costs related to homeland security; to amend chapter 174 of the laws of 1968 constituting the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for purposes of funding office of information technology services project costs; to amend chapter 329 of the laws of 1991, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to the establishment of the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund, in relation to the issuance of funds to the thruway authority; to amend chapter of the laws of 1968 constituting the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to fund costs for statewide equipment; to amend part D of chapter 63 of the laws of , relating to the composition and responsibilities of the New York state higher education capital matching grant board, in relation to higher education capital matching grants; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for purposes of financing environmental infrastructure projects; to amend part D of chapter of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the youth facilities improvement fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing peace bridge projects and capital costs of state and local highways; to amend chapter 174 of the laws of 1968 constituting the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds for economic development initiatives; to amend part Y of chapter 61 of the laws of 2005, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2005-2006 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing capital projects for the division of military and naval affairs and initiative of the state police; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing the construction of the New York state agriculture and markets food laboratory; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to authorization for the issuance of bonds for the capital restructuring financing program, the health care facility transformation programs, and the essential health care provider program; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds or notes for the purpose of assisting the metropolitan transportation authority in the financing of transportation facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to bonds and notes for hazardous waste remediation; to amend part D of chapter 389 of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of certain bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to funds for the department of health and financing through the dormitory authority; to amend the public health law, in relation to the department of health income fund; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for certain purposes; to amend the state finance law, in relation to refunding and redemption of bonds; to repeal certain provisions of the state finance law relating to the required contents of the budget; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part EE); intentionally omitted (Part FF); to amend the correction law, in relation to addressing accountability within the department of corrections and community supervision (Part GG); to amend the correction law, in relation to the functions, powers and duties of the state commission of correction (Part HH); in relation to authorizing the department of corrections and community supervision to close up to five correctional facilities in the 2025--2026 state fiscal year; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part II); to amend the legislative law, in relation to relieving reporting requirements on small nonprofits (Part JJ); to amend the legislative law, in relation to the law revision commission (Part KK); to amend the judiciary law, in relation to increasing the amount of allowance that trial and grand jurors are entitled to in each court of the unified court system (Part LL); to amend the correction law, in relation to available transportation for correction facility visitation (Part MM); to amend the correction law, in relation to creating an identification card program for incarcerated individuals in local correctional facilities; and to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to issuance of and waiver of fees for identification cards issued pursuant to identification card programs under the correction law (Part NN); to amend the family court act, in relation to enacting the "family court adjusted service time (FAST) act"; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part OO); to amend the correction law, in relation to establishing a uniform electronic medical records system for correctional facilities (Part PP); to amend the executive law, in relation to authorizing the state inspector general to receive and investigate complaints of sexual assault in correctional facilities and other places operated by the department of corrections and community supervision for the confinement of persons (Part QQ); to amend the judiciary law, in relation to requiring the state commission on judicial conduct to transmit its annual budget request to the governor for inclusion in the executive budget without revision; to complaints regarding judges; and to extending the jurisdiction of the state commission on judicial conduct as to judges who resign or retire while under investigation or formal charges (Part RR); to amend the judiciary law, in relation to audiovisual coverage of judicial proceedings by the media; and to repeal section 218 of the judiciary law and section 52 of the civil rights law relating thereto (Part SS); to amend the criminal procedure law and the mental hygiene law, in relation to determining the capacity of a defendant to stand trial (Part TT); to amend the executive law, in relation to defining the term "mass shooting" for purposes of emergency response measures and access to emergency funding (Part UU); to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing the office of gun violence prevention and the gun violence advisory council (Part VV); to amend the executive law, the public authorities law and the public buildings law, in relation to the utilization of renewable energy at state-owned facilities in Albany (Part WW); to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing the office of Native American affairs (Part XX); to amend the state technology law, in relation to establishing the position of chief artificial intelligence officer and the functions, powers and duties therefor (Part YY); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to death benefits for active New York city transit authority members (Part ZZ); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to removing eligibility or receipt of primary social security disability benefits as a condition for ordinary disability retirement for certain members (Part AAA); to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the verification of participation in the rescue, recovery, and clean-up operations at the site of the World Trade Center terror attacks on September 11, 2001 (Part BBB); to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to promotions of police detectives, sergeants, and lieutenants for retirement purposes (Part CCC); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to the restoration of 20 year service retirement for New York city police officers (Part DDD); to amend the criminal procedure law and the judiciary law, in relation to motions to vacate judgment; and to repeal certain provisions of the criminal procedure law relating thereto (Part EEE); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to establishing a twenty-five year retirement plan for firefighters employed by the division of military and naval affairs (Part FFF); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to death benefits for the beneficiaries of certain members of the retirement system (Part GGG); to amend the alcoholic beverage control law, in relation to permitting certain retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from certain other retail licensees (Part HHH); to amend the state finance law, in relation to funding a seed to sale track and trace system (Part III); to amend chapter 729 of the laws of 2023 acknowledging the fundamental injustice, cruelty, brutality and inhumanity of slavery in the City of New York and the State of New York, in relation to reports to the legislature (Part JJJ); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to increasing the earning limitations for retired persons in positions of public service (Part KKK); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to establishing alternative twenty and twenty-five year plans for certain officers of state law enforcement (Part LLL); to amend the election law, in relation to providing for automatic voter registration and pre-registration for persons applying for certain department of motor vehicles documentation, and for Medicaid enrollees (Part MMM); to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to the calculation of past service credit for members in the title of deputy sheriff transferring between the New York state and local employees' retirement system to the New York state and local police and fire retirement system (Part NNN); to amend part HH of chapter 56 of the laws of 2022 amending the retirement and social security law relating to waiving approval and income limitations on retirees employed in school districts and board of cooperative educational services, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part OOO); in relation to establishing the New York state aid and incentives for municipalities redesign task force; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part PPP); to amend the state finance law, in relation to increasing the citizens empowerment tax credit award valuation and maximum award amounts (Part QQQ); to amend the general municipal law, in relation to the organization of industrial development agencies and the definition of labor organization (Part RRR); creating the Oak Orchard wastewater project; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part SSS); to amend the real property tax law, in relation to subjecting certain state lands in Ulster county to real property taxation (Part TTT); to amend chapter 55 of the laws of 2022, amending the general municipal law and the town law relating to authorizing fees and charges for emergency medical services, in relation to making such provisions permanent (Part UUU); and to amend the general municipal law and the public authorities law, in relation to prohibiting the use of funds, financial incentives or subsidies where facilities or property are used primarily for e-commerce storage and transfers, or the facilitation thereof (Part VVV)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 3005B
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FL bill #S1764 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records/Public Employees Relations Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of Florida law to provide additional confidentiality protections for the Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC). First, the bill exempts draft orders and related written communications developed in preparation for issuing commission orders from public records requirements, ensuring that preliminary documents remain confidential before final orders are issued. Second, the bill protects the personal identifying information (such as home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth) of PERC commissioners, the chair, and hearing officers, as well as their spouses and children, from public disclosure. The bill includes a "public necessity" statement explaining that these protections are essential to prevent potential harassment or intimidation of commission personnel, who may face threats from individuals who disagree with the commission's actions. Both exemptions are subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire in October 2030 unless specifically renewed by the Legislature. The changes aim to safeguard the commission's internal deliberative process and protect the personal safety of its personnel, while maintaining the commission's overall transparency by keeping public hearings and final orders open to the public.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 447.205, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements written communications developed in preparation for, or preliminary to, the issuance of any order by the Public Employees Relations Commission or its designees; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements the personal identifying and location information of the chair, commissioners, and hearing officers of the Public Employees Relations Commission and the personal identifying and location information of spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blaise Ingoglia (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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TX bill #SB2157 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relating to deposits of funds into a court registry by a clerk of a justice court.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Local Government Code to explicitly include justice court clerks in various provisions related to the handling of court registry funds. The changes expand existing regulations to cover justice court clerks alongside county and district clerks in several key areas, including: defining "clerk" to include justice court clerks, transferring unclaimed funds to the comptroller, complying with federal tax laws for interest-bearing accounts, selecting bank depositories for registry funds, making deposits and transfers of funds, paying checks, executing bonds, and reporting on registry funds. The bill also clarifies the liability provisions for clerks, specifying that they are not responsible for losses resulting from depository failures, except in cases of their own official misconduct, negligence, or misappropriation. These modifications aim to standardize procedures for handling court registry funds across different types of court clerks, ensuring consistent financial management and accountability. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, providing ample time for implementation and preparation by local government entities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to deposits of funds into a court registry by a clerk of a justice court.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sarah Eckhardt (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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NY bill #S01463 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Enacts a mattress collection program; requires mattress producers to establish a plan for the convenient and cost-effective recycling of used mattresses.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts a comprehensive mattress collection and recycling program in New York State that requires mattress producers to establish a convenient and cost-effective system for recycling used mattresses. The legislation mandates that producers either individually or collectively create a plan for collecting, transporting, and recycling discarded mattresses, with specific goals to achieve a 40% recycling rate within three years, 55% within seven years, and 70% within ten years of plan approval. Producers must submit a detailed plan to the state Department of Environmental Conservation that outlines collection methods, collection sites, transportation logistics, educational outreach, and recycling strategies. Retailers will be prohibited from selling mattresses from producers not participating in an approved collection program, starting in December 2029. The bill establishes a twelve-member advisory board to provide recommendations, requires annual reporting by producers, and sets penalties for non-compliance. Notably, the program will be free to consumers and must provide convenient collection sites, with the goal of ensuring that 70% of state residents live within 15 miles of a mattress collection site within three years. The legislation defines key terms like "mattress," "producer," and "recycling" and creates a framework for transforming mattress waste into reusable materials.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to establishing a mattress collection program
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Brian Kavanagh (D)*, Patricia Fahy (D), Pete Harckham (D), Rachel May (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: ADVANCED TO THIRD READING
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NY bill #S03003 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - Aid to Localities Budget.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Appropriates funds for the New York State Office for the Aging's Aid to Localities Budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026, totaling $440,735,100 across multiple funding sources. The appropriations are primarily focused on supporting community services for elderly New Yorkers, including programs like: - Community Services for the Elderly Grant Program, which provides funding to counties to support services for seniors, with up to $3,500,000 available to reimburse counties for more than 75% of program expenditures - Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP), which provides up to $15,000,000 to address unmet needs of elderly individuals - Caregiver Resource Centers - Wellness in Nutrition (WIN) Program - Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program - Respite Services - Social Model Adult Day Services - Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORC) programs - Transportation services for seniors - Health Insurance Information and Counseling Assistance Program The bill allows for flexibility in fund usage, including potential transfers between different appropriations, and requires the Office for the Aging to submit an annual report detailing program impacts. It also includes provisions for addressing unmet needs of elderly populations and maintaining existing service levels.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government AID TO LOCALITIES BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 3003B
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PA bill #HB845 • Last Action 03/10/2025
In judicial change of name, further providing for court approval required for change of name and for change by order of court, providing for change by administrative application and further providing for effect on children.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a new administrative procedure for name changes in Pennsylvania, allowing individuals to apply directly to the Department of Health instead of going through court proceedings. The bill modifies existing law by creating an alternative administrative application process alongside the traditional court petition method. Applicants can now file name change requests electronically or at driver license centers, with the Department of Health managing the process. The application requires details such as the reason for the name change and current and prior residences. For minor children, the process includes notifying non-applying parents and obtaining consent. The bill also maintains provisions for criminal background checks, particularly for individuals with felony convictions, and requires the Pennsylvania State Police to be notified of name changes. Importantly, the new administrative procedure does not replace the existing court petition method but provides an additional option for individuals seeking to change their names. The bill includes safeguards such as sealed files, limited public access to name change records, and an appeals process through Commonwealth Court. The new administrative name change process will become effective 60 days after the bill's enactment.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 54 (Names) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in judicial change of name, further providing for court approval required for change of name and for change by order of court, providing for change by administrative application and further providing for effect on children.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Joe Webster (D)*, Ben Sanchez (D), Ben Waxman (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Maureen Madden (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), La'Tasha Mayes (D), Danielle Otten (D), Perry Warren (D), Joe Hohenstein (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Mary Jo Daley (D), Tarik Khan (D), Nikki Rivera (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Referred to JUDICIARY
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NY bill #S03000 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - State Operations Budget.
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government STATE OPERATIONS BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 3000B
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NY bill #A03005 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state public protection and general government budget for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to the effectiveness of certain criminal provisions (Part A); relates to residency requirements for certain positions as a correction officer; relates to eligibility requirements and mandatory retirement for certain members of the state police; relates to requirements for appointment of police officers (Part C); expands supp
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts major components of the state public protection and general government budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, with numerous provisions affecting various areas of state government. The bill contains multiple parts that modify existing laws and establish new programs and requirements. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill extends or modifies numerous existing laws and establishes several new initiatives across different state agencies and departments. Key provisions include creating a New York State Office of Gun Violence Prevention to advance efforts to prevent and address gun violence, establishing a Mass Violence Response Unit to support communities impacted by mass violence, implementing a body-worn camera program for correction officers, and modifying the State Commission of Correction's functions. The bill also extends various existing legal provisions, such as psychological testing for candidates, geographic employment areas for police officers, and prisoner furlough regulations, typically extending their effectiveness to September 1, 2027. Additionally, the bill authorizes the governor to close up to five correctional facilities in the 2025-2026 fiscal year and makes technical changes to retirement systems, civil service examination fees, and various administrative procedures. The legislation also includes provisions for financial transfers between state funds, bonding authorizations for various infrastructure and capital projects, and modifications to retirement system accounting methods. The bill takes a comprehensive approach to budget implementation, touching on areas such as public safety, corrections, economic development, health services, and administrative operations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend chapter 887 of the laws of 1983, amending the correction law relating to the psychological testing of candidates, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 428 of the laws of , amending the executive law and the criminal procedure law relating to expanding the geographic area of employment of certain police officers, in relation to extending the expiration of such chapter; to amend chapter 886 of the laws of 1972, amending the correction law and the penal law relating to prisoner furloughs in certain cases and the crime of absconding therefrom, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 261 of the laws of 1987, amending chapters 50, 53 and 54 of the laws of 1987, the correction law, the penal law and other chapters and laws relating to correctional facilities, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 339 of the laws of 1972, amending the correction law and the penal law relating to inmate work release, furlough and leave, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 60 of the laws of 1994 relating to certain provisions which impact upon expenditure of certain appropriations made by chapter 50 of the laws of 1994 enacting the state operations budget, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 55 of the laws of 1992, amending the tax law and other laws relating to taxes, surcharges, fees and funding, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend chapter 907 of the laws of 1984, amending the correction law, the New York city criminal court act and the executive law relating to prison and jail housing and alternatives to detention and incarceration programs, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend chapter 166 of the laws of 1991, amending the tax law and other laws relating to taxes, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to extending the expiration of the mandatory surcharge and victim assistance fee; to amend chapter 713 of the laws of 1988, amending the vehicle and traffic law relating to the ignition interlock device program, in relation to extending the expiration thereof; to amend chapter 435 of the laws of , amending the military law and other laws relating to various provisions, in relation to extending the expiration date of the merit provisions of the correction law and the penal law of such chapter; to amend chapter 412 of the laws of 1999, amending the civil practice law and rules and the court of claims act relating to prisoner litigation reform, in relation to extending the expiration of the inmate filing fee provisions of the civil practice law and rules and general filing fee provision and inmate property claims exhaustion requirement of the court of claims act of such chapter; to amend chapter 222 of the laws of 1994 constituting the family protection and domestic violence intervention act of 1994, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of the criminal procedure law requiring the arrest of certain persons engaged in family violence; to amend chapter 505 of the laws of 1985, amending the criminal procedure law relating to the use of closed-circuit television and other protective measures for certain child witnesses, in relation to extending the expiration of the provisions thereof; to amend chapter 3 of the laws of 1995, enacting the sentencing reform act of 1995, in relation to extending the expiration of certain provisions of such chapter; to amend chapter 689 of the laws of 1993 amending the criminal procedure law relating to electronic court appearance in certain counties, in relation to extending the expiration thereof; to amend chapter 688 of the laws of , amending the executive law relating to enacting the interstate compact for adult offender supervision, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 56 of the laws of 2009, amending the correction law relating to limiting the closing of certain correctional facilities, providing for the custody by the department of correctional services of inmates serving definite sentences, providing for custody of federal prisoners and requiring the closing of certain correctional facilities, in relation to the effectiveness of such chapter; to amend chapter 152 of the laws of 2001 amending the military law relating to military funds of the organized militia, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; to amend chapter 554 of the laws of 1986, amending the correction law and the penal law relating to providing for community treatment facilities and establishing the crime of absconding from the community treatment facility, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend chapter 55 of the laws of , amending the criminal procedure law relating to the pre-criminal proceeding settlements in the City of New York, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part A); intentionally omitted (Part B); to amend the public officers law, in relation to residency requirements for certain positions as a correction officer; to amend the retirement and social security law, in relation to mandatory retirement for certain members or officers of the state police; to amend the executive law, in relation to eligibility for appointment as a sworn member of the state police; and to amend the civil service law, in relation to the requirements for appointment of police officers (Part C); intentionally omitted (Part D); intentionally omitted (Part E); intentionally omitted (Part F); to amend the executive law, in relation to expanding support services for victims of financial abuse and homicide (Part G); to amend the executive law and the public health law, in relation to expanding protections and services to survivors of sexual assault (Part H); to amend the social services law, in relation to public assistance for survivors of gender-based violence; and to repeal subdivision four of section 349-a of the social services law relating thereto (Part I); to amend the state finance law and the executive law, in relation to a model gender-based violence and the workplace policy (Part J); intentionally omitted (Part K); intentionally omitted (Part L); intentionally omitted (Part M); intentionally omitted (Part N); intentionally omitted (Part O); intentionally omitted (Part P); to amend chapter 396 of the laws of 2010 amending the alcoholic beverage control law relating to liquidator's permits and temporary retail permits, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part Q); to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the bonding limit of the New York city transitional finance authority (Part R); intentionally omitted (Part S); intentionally omitted (Part T); intentionally omitted (Part U); to amend the civil service law, in relation to extending the waiver of certain state civil service examination fees; and to amend part EE of chapter 55 of the laws of 2023, amending the civil service law relating to waiving state civil service examination fees between July 1, 2023 and December 31, 2025, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part V); to amend the state finance law, in relation to directing the governor's office of employee relations to conduct a study on the feasibility of eliminating payroll lag for executive branch employees; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part W); intentionally omitted (Part X); intentionally omitted (Part Y); intentionally omitted (Part Z); intentionally omitted (Part AA); intentionally omitted (Part BB); intentionally omitted (Part CC); intentionally omitted (Part DD); in relation to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2025-2026 budget, authorizing certain payments and transfers; to amend the state finance law, in relation to the administration of certain funds and accounts, in relation to the effectiveness thereof, and in relation to interest owed on outstanding balances of debt; to amend part XX of chapter 56 of the laws of 2024, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2023-2024 budget, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; authorizing the comptroller to transfer up to $25,000,000 from various state bond funds to the general debt service fund for the purposes of redeeming or defeasing outstanding state bonds; to amend the private housing finance law, in relation to housing program bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes by the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for city university facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for library construction projects; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for state university educational facilities; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for locally sponsored community colleges; to amend the New York state medical care facilities finance agency act, in relation to the issuance of mental health services facilities improvement bonds and notes; to amend part K of chapter 81 of the laws of 2002, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the 2002-2003 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to finance capital costs related to homeland security; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for purposes of funding office of information technology services project costs; to amend chapter 329 of the laws of 1991, amending the state finance law and other laws relating to the establishment of the dedicated highway and bridge trust fund, in relation to the issuance of funds to the thruway authority; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes to fund costs for statewide equipment; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds for purposes of financing environmental infrastructure projects; to amend part D of chapter 389 of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the youth facilities improvement fund; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing peace bridge projects and capital costs of state and local highways; to amend the urban development corporation act, in relation to the issuance of bonds for economic development initiatives; to amend part Y of chapter 61 of the laws of 2005, relating to providing for the administration of certain funds and accounts related to the -2006 budget, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing capital projects for the division of military and naval affairs and initiative of the state police; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds and notes for the purpose of financing the construction of the New York state agriculture and markets food laboratory; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to authorization for the issuance of bonds for the capital restructuring financing program, the health care facility transformation programs, and the essential health care provider program; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to the issuance of bonds or notes for the purpose of assisting the metropolitan transportation authority in the financing of transportation facilities; to amend part D of chapter 389 of the laws of 1997, relating to the financing of the correctional facilities improvement fund and the youth facility improvement fund, in relation to the issuance of certain bonds and notes; to amend the public authorities law, in relation to funds for the department of health and financing through the dormitory authority; to amend part D of chapter 63 of the laws of , relating to the composition and responsibilities of the New York state higher education capital matching grant board, in relation to higher education capital matching grants; to amend the public health law, in relation to the department of health income fund; to amend the state finance law, in relation to refunding and redemption of bonds; to repeal certain provisions of the state finance law relating to the accident prevention course internet, and other technology pilot program fund, relating to the required contents of the budget and relating to the deposit of receipts derived from certain indirect cost assessments; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part EE); to amend the administrative code of city of New York, in relation to amortization and valuation methods used for contributions to the New York city employees' retirement system, the New York city teachers' retirement system, and the board of education retirement system of such city (Part FF); to amend the correction law, in relation to addressing accountability within the department of corrections and community supervision (Part GG); to amend the correction law, in relation to the functions, powers and duties of the state commission of correction (Part HH); in relation to authorizing the department of corrections and community supervision to close up to five correctional facilities in the 2025--2026 state fiscal year; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part II); to amend chapter 729 of the laws of 2023, constituting the New York State community commission on reparations remedies, in relation to extending the time the New York State community commission on reparations remedies has to submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature and the governor (Part JJ); to amend chapter 141 of the laws of 1994, amending the legislative law and the state finance law relating to the operation and administration of the legislature, in relation to extending such provisions (Part KK); to amend the correction law, in relation to reports on data collected from the office of special investigations (Part LL); to amend the executive law, in relation to establishing the office of gun violence prevention and a mass violence response unit; and to repeal certain provisions of the public health law related thereto (Part MM); and to amend the state finance law, the family court act, and the criminal procedure law, in relation to local share requirements associated with increasing the age of juvenile jurisdiction above fifteen years of age, and developing plans for juvenile intake (Part NN)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: print number 3005b
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CO bill #HB1242 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Government Transparency Laws
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses several modifications to Colorado's government transparency laws, focusing primarily on public records access and criminal justice record disclosure. It expands the requirements for public record requests by introducing more specific guidelines for how requests should be served, extending the response time for agencies from three to five days, and limiting fees that can be charged for research and retrieval. The bill requires the Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) board to create a searchable and sortable database of peace officer information that must be available to the public at no cost, with only personal information redacted. It also broadens the definition of "official action" to include incident reports involving peace officers and mandates that internal investigations of officer conduct be made available for public inspection within 21 days of a request. Additionally, the bill strengthens penalties for arbitrary denial of public record requests, including potential personal financial penalties for custodians who improperly withhold information. These changes aim to increase government transparency, make public records more accessible, and provide clearer guidelines for how government agencies should handle record requests.
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Bill Summary: Section 1 of the bill repeals provisions in the Colorado open meetings law that specifically apply to the general assembly that were enacted in 2024 by Senate Bill 24-157. Section 2 requires that the database created and maintained by the peace officer standards and training board that includes specified information related to peace officer conduct and discipline be sortable in addition to being searchable and that it be available upon request to any member of the public with only personal information of peace officers redacted at no cost to the requester. Sections 3, 4, and 5 make the following changes to the Colorado open records act (CORA): ! Specifies the manner in which service of requests for public records must be made; ! Requires that a requester of public records submit with the request an affidavit of service, which creates a rebuttable presumption of the date that service is made; ! Clarifies that any rules made by a custodian for the inspection of public records cannot increase any costs charged to a requester and cannot expand the date and time for inspection of public records; ! Removes the requirement that a requester must request that the custodian notify the requester that requested public records are in active use, in storage, or otherwise not readily available; ! Clarifies that computation of time for response periods is in accordance with the generally applicable law for computation of time and does not include the day that service is made; ! Permits computation of time for a request that was mailed to begin on the third day after the date of mailing; ! Changes the reasonable time to respond to a request for public records from 3 working days to 5 days; ! For a custodian to not be required to produce a digital public record in a searchable or sortable format, requires documentary evidence that producing the record in that format would violate the terms of a copyright or licensing agreement or documentary evidence, including an opinion from legal counsel, that producing the record in that format would result in the release of a third party's proprietary information; ! Although a custodian is allowed to deny inspection of a personnel file, allows inspection of any writings that reflect or discuss the exercise of official government functions by any public employee subject to certain permissible redactions; ! Allows for the first 5 hours of time expended in connection with the research and retrieval of public records to be free of charge to the requester; ! Caps the amount of the hourly fee that can be imposed for research and retrieval of public records to $25; ! Allows a $50 fee to be imposed for attorney review which is limited to review of requested public records for attorney-client privileged communication; and ! Invalidates any fee imposed by a custodian if the custodian does not provide information in writing to the requester concerning an estimate of time to be expended and fees to be charged in connection with responding to the request. Sections 6, 7, 8, and 9 make the following changes to the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA): ! Adds to the definition of "official record" any incident report or other record of an interaction between any on-duty peace officer and any member of the public; ! Modifies the provisions on the response period to state that a custodian shall respond to a request for criminal justice records 3 days after the day the request is received unless extenuating circumstances apply, in which case the 3-day response period may be extended for a period not to exceed days. The extenuating circumstances set forth in CORA are the extenuating circumstances applicable for requests under the CCJRA. ! Requires that records in a completed internal investigation be available for public inspection within 21 days of a request being submitted and whether or not the investigation involved a member of the public; ! Removes the court's discretion and the requirement that the court find that improper denial of records is arbitrary or capricious to award court costs and attorney fees; and ! Applies the same parameters as those established under CORA for search and retrieval and attorney fees.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lori Garcia Sander (R)*, Byron Pelton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on State, Civic, Military, & Veterans Affairs Postpone Indefinitely
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NY bill #A06708 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relates to use of public funds for prevailing wage requirements applicable to construction projects performed under private contract.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing labor law regarding prevailing wage requirements for construction projects funded partially by public money, lowering the threshold for public funds from 30% to 20% of total project costs and introducing additional criteria for determining when a project must pay prevailing wages. The bill reduces the total project cost threshold to five million dollars and establishes new definitions for what constitutes "public funds," including various types of financial benefits like reduced loan costs, tax credits, and other governmental financial assistance. The legislation expands the scope of projects subject to prevailing wage requirements while also creating specific exemptions, such as for small residential properties, certain non-profit projects, and projects with affordable or supportive housing components. The bill mandates that project owners certify their project's status, maintain payroll records, and comply with minority and women-owned business enterprise goals. Importantly, it removes the previously existing public subsidy board and introduces more direct oversight by the department, requiring public entities to provide certifications about the funds they provide and potentially allowing the department to calculate future fund values. The bill aims to ensure fair wages and increased transparency in construction projects receiving public financial support, with a focus on promoting diversity and equitable employment practices in the construction industry.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the labor law, in relation to prevailing wage requirements applicable to construction projects performed under private contract; and to repeal section 224-c of the labor law, in relation to eliminating the public subsidiary board
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Harry Bronson (D)*, Thomas Schiavoni (D), Demond Meeks (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: referred to labor
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FL bill #S1336 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records/Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to expand confidentiality protections for licensed veterinary technicians during professional investigations. Specifically, the bill extends existing privacy provisions for veterinarians to veterinary technicians, making medical reports and related documents confidential and exempt from public disclosure until the Department of Business and Professional Regulation finds probable cause and issues an administrative complaint. The legislation recognizes the sensitive nature of personal medical information and seeks to protect the privacy rights of licensed veterinary technicians, drawing parallels to existing health privacy protections like HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). The bill ensures that personal medical information obtained during complaint investigations cannot be publicly released prematurely, which could potentially cause unwarranted damage to the professional's privacy. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 898) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 474.2185, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records relating to licensed veterinary technicians until specified criteria are met; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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NY bill #S03009 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the state fiscal plan for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to the senior inflation reduction credit for the tax years 2025, 2026 and 2027 (Part A); provides for a middle-class tax cut; extends the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); provides for a working families tax credit; directs quarterly prepayment of the credit; provides for a sliding reduction in the credit for incomes which
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts various tax-related provisions for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year. Here's a summary of its key provisions: This bill contains multiple parts addressing various tax and fiscal matters. In Part A, a senior inflation refund credit is established for seniors aged 63 and older with income below certain thresholds, offering credits of $500 for married couples filing jointly and $300 for single taxpayers, single filers, or heads of household. Part B modifies the state income tax rates, generally reducing rates across different income brackets and extending a temporary high-income surcharge. Part C introduces a new working families tax credit for families with children, providing sliding scale credits ranging from $550 to $1,600 per child over several years, with income eligibility restrictions. Part D increases the aggregate amount of low-income housing tax credits available to developers. Part E allows for the transfer of historic rehabilitation tax credits and clarifies their application. Part F introduces restrictions on institutional real estate investors purchasing residential properties, including a 75-day waiting period for certain purchases and limitations on ownership. Other notable provisions include: - A work opportunity tax credit for hiring employees from targeted groups - Extensions of various existing tax credits (film production, clean energy, alternative fuels) - A new tax on non-essential helicopter and seaplane flights in New York City - A tax on hedge funds owning excessive single-family residences - A small business unemployment insurance credit - A tax deduction for educators' school supply expenses - A credit for organ donation expenses The bill is comprehensive, touching on numerous tax policies and credits across multiple sectors, with most provisions taking effect in 2025 or 2026. It aims to provide tax relief for middle-class and working families while also implementing new revenue-generating measures.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the tax law, in relation to the senior inflation refund credit (Part A); to amend the tax law, in relation to providing for a middle-class tax cut and extending the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); to amend the tax law, in relation to a New York state working families tax credit (Part C); to amend the public housing law, in relation to certain eligibility for the New York state low income housing tax credit program and increases to the aggregate amount of the allocable tax credit (Part D); to amend the tax law and the parks, recreation and historic preservation law, in relation to authorizing the pass-through or transfer of the credits for rehabilitation of historic properties (Part E); to amend the real property law, in relation to the purchase of residential real property by certain purchasers (Subpart A); and to amend the tax law, in relation to depreciation and interest deduction adjustments for properties owned by institutional investors in residential properties (Subpart B)(Part F); intentionally omitted (Part G); to amend the economic development law and the tax law, in relation to the excelsior jobs program; and to repeal article 22 of the economic development law relating to the employee training incentive program (Subpart A); and to amend the economic development law, in relation to the empire state jobs retention program (Subpart B) (Part H); to amend the tax law, in relation to film production and post-production credits (Part I); intentionally omitted (Part J); to amend the tax law, in relation to the eligibility criteria for the empire state digital gaming media production tax credit, and allowing unused allowable credits to be rolled over to the following tax year (Part K); to amend subpart B of part PP of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the tax law and the state finance law relating to establishing the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit and establishing the New York state council on the arts cultural program fund, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend the tax law, in relation to the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit (Part L); to amend the tax law, in relation to clarifying the notices afforded protest rights (Part M); to amend the tax law, in relation to the filing of tax warrants and warrant-related records (Part N); to amend the real property tax law and the tax law, in relation to simplifying STAR income determinations; and repealing certain provisions of such laws relating thereto (Part O); intentionally omitted (Part P); intentionally omitted (Part Q); to amend the tax law, in relation to increasing the estimated tax threshold under article nine-A of the tax law (Part R); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing a tax credit for organ donation (Part S); to amend the tax law, in relation to making the estate tax three-year gift addback rule permanent (Part T); to amend the tax law, in relation to expanding the credit for employment of persons with disabilities (Part U); intentionally omitted (Part V); to amend the tax law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to establishing a credit against the tax on personal income of certain residents of a city having a population of one million or more inhabitants (Part W); intentionally omitted (Part X); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the clean heating fuel credit for three years (Part Y); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the alternative fuels and electric vehicle recharging property credit for three years (Part Z); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the sales tax exemption for certain sales made through vending machines (Part AA); to amend the labor law, in relation to extending the workers with disabilities tax credit (Part BB); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the hire a vet credit (Part CC); to amend chapter 59 of the laws of 2014, amending the tax law relating to a musical and theatrical production credit, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part DD); to amend part U of chapter 59 of the laws of 2017, amending the tax law, relating to the financial institution data match system for state tax collection purposes, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof (Part EE); intentionally omitted (Subpart A); and to amend the racing, parimutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to licenses for simulcast facilities, sums relating to track simulcast, simulcast of outof-state thoroughbred races, simulcasting of races run by out-of-state harness tracks and distributions of wagers; to amend chapter 281 of the laws of 1994 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof; and to amend chapter 346 of the laws of 1990 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting and the imposition of certain taxes, in relation to the extending the effectiveness thereof (Subpart B)(Part FF); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the tax on gaming revenues in certain regions; to amend part OOO of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law relating to the tax on gaming revenues, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part GG); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the utilization of funds in the Capital off-track betting corporations' capital acquisition funds (Part HH); and to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to enhancing the health and safety of thoroughbred horses; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part II); to extend the duration of certain brownfield redevelopment and remediation tax credits for certain sites (Part JJ); to amend the tax law, in relation to geothermal energy systems tax credits (Part KK); to repeal subdivision (jj) of section 1115 of the tax law relating to sales and compensating use taxes imposed with respect to vessels; and to repeal subdivision 13 of section 1118 of the tax law relating to sales and compensating use taxes imposed with respect to vessels (Part LL); to amend the tax law, in relation to residential solar tax credits (Part MM); to amend the tax law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to treatment of gains from qualified opportunity zones in calculating taxable income (Part NN); to amend the tax law, in relation to the taxation of vapor products (Part OO); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing a tax on noise emissions from non-essential helicopter and seaplane flights in cities with a population of one million or more (Part PP); to amend the tax law, in relation to creating a work opportunity tax credit; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part QQ); to amend the tax law, in relation to adding certain properties to the definition of a qualified historic home for the historic homeownership rehabilitation credit (Part RR); to amend the tax law, in relation to computation of franchise tax on taxpayers with a business income base exceeding five million dollars (Part SS); to amend the tax law, in relation to impose an excise tax on the failure of certain hedge funds owning excess single-family residences to dispose of such residences; and to amend the state finance law, in relation to establishing the housing down payment trust fund and directing the commissioner of the state division of housing and community renewal to establish a grant program (Part TT); to amend the tax law, in relation to eligibility for the farm employer overtime tax credit (Part UU); to amend part RR of chapter 60 of the laws of 2016 amending the tax law relating to creating a farm workforce retention credit, in relation to the effectiveness of such credit (Part VV); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing the small business unemployment insurance credit (Part WW); to amend the tax law, in relation to tax on sales of motor fuel and petroleum products and to make conforming changes; to amend the tax law, in relation to taxes not authorized and the disposition of revenue; to repeal paragraph 3 of subdivision (f) and paragraph 4 of subdivision (g) of section 301-a of the tax law relating to manufacturing gallonage for purposes of the imposition of certain taxes; to repeal subdivisions (i), (j), and (l) of section 301-c of the tax law relating to reimbursement; to repeal section 301-d of the tax law relating to a utility credit or reimbursement; to repeal subdivision (f) of section 301-e of the tax law relating to an aviation fuel business which services four or more cities; to repeal subparagraph (xi) of paragraph 3 of subdivision (c) of section 1105 of the tax law relating to services rendered with respect to certain property; and to repeal paragraph 9 of subdivision (a) of section 1115 of the tax law relating to fuel sold to an airline for use in its airplanes (Part XX); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to authorizing two percent of mobile sports tax revenue be used for problem gambling (Part YY); to amend the tax law, in relation to expanding a certain tax credit for farmers to include the cost of construction housing for farm workers (Part ZZ); to amend the tax law, in relation to requiring the state to keep state lottery winners identities anonymous to the general public unless the lottery winner gives their consent (Part AAA); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to allowing season-long proposition bets and future award winners as authorized bets (Part BBB); and to amend the tax law, in relation to providing a tax deduction for the purchase of school supplies by educators (Part CCC)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 3009B
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NY bill #A03009 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Enacts into law major components of legislation which are necessary to implement the state fiscal plan for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to the inflation reduction credit (Part A); provides for a middle-class tax cut; extends the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); enhances the empire state child credit for the 2025 tax year (Part C); relates to the eligibility for the New York state low income housing tax credit program; increases the aggregate amount of the
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the state fiscal plan for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, containing numerous tax and economic development provisions. Key components include: This bill establishes an inflation reduction credit for eligible New York residents, providing a tax credit of $500 for married joint filers and $300 for single filers or heads of household with income below specific thresholds. It implements a middle-class tax cut by adjusting income tax rates, gradually reducing rates for different income brackets between 2025 and 2030. The bill enhances the Empire State Child Credit, increasing credit amounts for children through age 17 and implementing a sliding scale based on income. The legislation also expands several existing tax credits and programs, including: - Extending and modifying the Work Opportunity Tax Credit - Creating a new semiconductor research and development tax credit program - Extending the film production tax credit - Establishing a New York Works tax credit for families with children - Creating a small business savings account program - Extending various existing tax credits for renewable energy, historic property rehabilitation, and employment of veterans and people with disabilities The bill includes provisions affecting real estate, such as creating a 90-day waiting period for certain institutional investors purchasing single-family or two-family residential properties and modifying energy storage and solar energy system equipment tax credits. Additionally, the bill implements new tax provisions for vapor products, including licensing requirements and restrictions on flavored nicotine products, and makes various administrative and technical changes to state tax law. These provisions aim to provide tax relief for middle-class families, support small businesses, encourage economic development in key sectors, and generate state revenue.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the tax law, in relation to the inflation refund credit (Part A); to amend the tax law, in relation to providing for a middle-class tax cut and extending the temporary personal income tax high income surcharge (Part B); to amend the tax law, in relation to enhancing the empire state child credit for the two thousand twentyfive tax year (Part C); to amend the public housing law, in relation to certain eligibility for the New York state low income housing tax credit program and increases to the aggregate amount of the allocable tax credit (Part D); to amend the tax law, in relation to credits for the rehabilitation of historic properties; and to amend the parks, recreation and historic preservation law, in relation to requiring a report on such credits (Part E); to amend the real property law, in relation to the purchase of residential real property by certain purchasers (Subpart A); to amend the tax law, in relation to depreciation and interest deduction adjustments for properties owned by institutional investors in residential properties (Subpart B); and to amend the real property law, in relation to establishing an opt-out list for real estate solicitation cease and desist zones (Subpart C) (Part F); intentionally omitted (Part G); to amend the economic development law and the tax law, in relation to the excelsior jobs program, the semiconductor research and development program, and the employee training incentive program (Subpart A); and to amend the economic development law, in relation to the empire state jobs retention program (Subpart B) (Part H); to amend the tax law, in relation to film production and post-production credits (Part I); to amend the economic development law, in relation to the newspaper and broadcast media jobs program (Part J); to amend the tax law, in relation to the empire state digital gaming media production credit (Part K); to amend subpart B of part PP of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the tax law and the state finance law relating to establishing the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit and establishing the New York state council on the arts cultural program fund, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend the tax law, in relation to the New York city musical and theatrical production tax credit (Part L); to amend the tax law, in relation to clarifying the notices afforded protest rights (Part M); to amend the tax law, in relation to the filing of tax warrants and warrant-related records (Part N); to amend the real property tax law and the tax law, in relation to simplifying STAR income determinations; and repealing certain provisions of such laws relating thereto (Part O); intentionally omitted (Part P); intentionally omitted (Part Q); to amend the tax law, in relation to increasing the estimated tax threshold under article nine-A of the tax law (Part R); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing a tax credit for organ donation (Part S); to amend the tax law, in relation to the estate tax three-year gift addback rule (Part T); to amend the tax law, in relation to expanding the credit for employment of persons with disabilities (Part U); to amend the tax law, in relation to reporting of federal partnership adjustments (Part V); to amend the tax law and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to establishing a credit against the tax on personal income of certain residents of a city having a population of one million or more inhabitants (Part W); intentionally omitted (Part X); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the clean heating fuel credit for three years (Part Y); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the alternative fuels and electric vehicle recharging property credit for three years (Part Z); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the sales tax exemption for certain sales made through vending machines (Part AA); to amend the labor law, in relation to extending the workers with disabilities tax credit (Part BB); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the hire a vet credit (Part CC); to amend chapter 59 of the laws of 2014, amending the tax law relating to a musical and theatrical production credit, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Part DD); to amend part U of chapter 59 of the laws of 2017, amending the tax law, relating to the financial institution data match system for state tax collection purposes, in relation to extending the effectiveness thereof (Part EE); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to defining the breaks for the purposes of the disposition of certain pari-mutuel pools (Subpart A); and to amend the racing, parimutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to licenses for simulcast facilities, sums relating to track simulcast, simulcast of outof-state thoroughbred races, simulcasting of races run by out-of-state harness tracks and distributions of wagers; to amend chapter 281 of the laws of 1994 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and to amend chapter 346 of the laws of 1990 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law and other laws relating to simulcasting and the imposition of certain taxes, in relation to the effectiveness thereof (Subpart B)(Part FF); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the tax on gaming revenues in certain regions; to amend part OOO of chapter 59 of the laws of 2021 amending the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law relating to the tax on gaming revenues, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions relating thereto (Part GG); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to the utilization of funds in the Capital off-track betting corporations' capital acquisition funds (Part HH); to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to enhancing the health and safety of thoroughbred horses; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part II); to amend the tax law, in relation to a New York works tax credit (Part JJ); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing a credit against the tax on personal income (Part KK); to amend the tax law, in relation to the New York city renters tax relief credit (Part LL); to amend the tax law, in relation to eligibility for the farm employer overtime tax credit (Part MM); to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the current corporate tax rates (Part NN); to amend the tax law, in relation to increasing the current small business subtraction modification (Part OO); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing small business savings accounts (Part PP); to amend the tax law, in relation to creating a work opportunity tax credit; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof (Part QQ); to amend the tax law and chapter 60 of the laws of 2016 amending the tax law relating to creating a farm workforce retention credit, in relation to extending the provisions thereof (Part RR); to amend the tax law, in relation to establishing a sales tax exemption for energy storage; to amend part PP of chapter 58 of the laws of 2024 amending the tax law relating to establishing a sales tax exemption for residential energy storage, in relation to the effectiveness thereof; and providing for the repeal of certain provisions upon expiration thereof (Part SS); to amend the tax law, in relation to authorizing distributors of cannabis products to file annual returns electronically (Part TT); to amend the tax law, in relation to the taxation of vapor products (Part UU); to amend the tax law, in relation to residential solar tax credits (Part VV); to amend the tax law, in relation to expanding New York's manufacturing incentive to S corporations (Part WW); to amend the tax law, in relation to vendor fees paid to certain vendor tracks (Part XX); and to amend the tax law, in relation to increasing the transfer amount from the real estate transfer tax to the environmental protection fund (Part YY)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: print number 3009b
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GA bill #HB288 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Appeal and error; declaratory judgments in instances involving accusations made by a prosecuting attorney regarding credibility of a peace officer; provide
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for managing Giglio lists, which are lists compiled by prosecutors to track peace officers whose credibility may be questionable for legal proceedings. The bill requires prosecutors to provide written notice to a peace officer's employer and the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council when placing an officer on a Giglio list, including the factual basis for the decision. The affected peace officer and their employer have the right to request reconsideration within 30 days, during which the prosecutor must review the request and either remove the officer from the list or provide a written explanation for maintaining the listing. The Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council is given the authority to review the factual basis for an officer's inclusion on the list, considering factors such as previous misleading statements, criminal convictions, and potential disciplinary actions. The bill also prohibits law enforcement agencies from taking adverse employment actions against an officer solely based on Giglio list placement and exempts Giglio list records from public disclosure. Additionally, the bill provides immunity to prosecutors for list placement unless the officer can prove the action was done with actual malice, and ensures that the process does not modify existing federal law or court precedents regarding prosecutorial disclosure duties.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 18 of Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to prosecuting attorneys, so as to require notice by prosecuting attorneys that intend to question the credibility of a peace officer and place the name of such officer on a Giglio list; to authorize requests for reconsideration of such action; to provide for the development of policies and procedures by the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia; to provide for immunity; to provide for definitions; to amend Chapter 8 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to employment and training of peace officers, so as to provide for review by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council of placement of the name of a peace officer on a Giglio list; to provide for notice; to provide standards for determination of credibility of such placement; to restrict the use of information relating to a Giglio list for employment purposes in certain instances; to provide for definitions; to amend Code Section 50-18-72 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to when public disclosure not required, so as to exempt records relative to Giglio lists from public disclosure; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Houston Gaines (R)*, Matt Reeves (R)*, Clint Crowe (R)*, Eddie Lumsden (R)*, Rob Clifton (R)*, Stan Gunter (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Read and Referred
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WV bill #HB3281 • Last Action 03/10/2025
To create a Persons with Disabilities Registry.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a Persons with Disabilities Registry that allows local law enforcement agencies to create and maintain a database of individuals with developmental, psychological, or other disabilities. Adults can voluntarily enroll themselves in the registry, while parents or legal guardians can enroll minors or incapacitated adults. To register, individuals must provide proof of their disability from a licensed healthcare professional, such as a physician, physician assistant, psychologist, or mental health counselor. The registry can include personal identifying information, contact details, and specifics about the person's disability that might be relevant during law enforcement interactions. Registrations remain valid until removed, and individuals can request removal at any time. Importantly, all registry records are confidential and exempt from Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) disclosure, though information can be shared with other law enforcement, emergency management, fire departments, or government agencies under certain circumstances. The primary goal is to help law enforcement better understand and appropriately respond to interactions with individuals who have disabilities, potentially reducing misunderstandings or conflicts during official encounters.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to create a Persons with Disabilities Registry; and provide for a public records exemption.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/10/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Toney (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: To House Health and Human Resources
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OK bill #HB1621 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public finance; enacting the State Department of Education Spending Transparency Act; portal; required content; annual agreements; reporting; website; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the State Department of Education Spending Transparency Act, which requires the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) to create a free, public, internet-based portal that provides detailed information about the State Department of Education's expenditures. The portal must include a comprehensive ledger of all fiscal year expenses, showing the amount, date, payee, and for employee payments, their job title. Users must be able to search, browse, aggregate, and download expenditure data, as well as view anonymized salary and benefit information for employees. The State Department of Education is required to assist in developing and populating the database, while OMES must ensure no confidential or personally identifiable information is disclosed. The database will be prominently displayed on OMES's website, with the State Department of Education also linking to a summary of its expenditures. The bill aims to empower taxpayers by providing transparent, accessible information about how education funds are spent, promoting government efficiency and accountability. The law is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, and OMES will develop administrative rules for its implementation.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public finance; enacting the State Department of Education Spending Transparency Act; defining terms; requiring Internet-based portal; prescribing required content related to expenditures by state government; imposing duties on governmental entities; authorizing the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to include certain information; providing for annual agreements; prohibiting release of confidential information; requiring standards for reporting; providing for administrative rules; prescribing requirements for website displays; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Rob Hall (R)*, Aaron Reinhardt (R)*, Mark Tedford (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Authored by Senator Reinhardt (principal Senate author)
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FL bill #S1434 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public Records
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Florida's public records law to provide more clarity and stronger enforcement mechanisms for public records requests. The bill revises the definition of "actual cost of duplication" to include agency resource costs, such as clerical assistance and information technology expenses, while prohibiting overhead cost charges. It mandates that public agencies must acknowledge public records requests promptly and in good faith, responding within three business days by either providing the records, estimating completion time and costs, or denying the request with a specific statutory exemption. The bill introduces penalties for agencies that fail to comply, including prohibiting cost assessments if they do not respond within the specified timeframe. Additionally, the bill strengthens provisions around fee assessment, requiring uniform fee reductions or waivers for public purposes, prohibiting charges for previously disclosed records, and preventing agencies from charging for redaction of exempt information. The legislation also enhances legal remedies for requesters, allowing courts to assess penalties against agencies that intentionally disregard public records laws, and provides mechanisms for recovering attorney fees. The bill aims to improve transparency and accountability in public records access by creating more specific guidelines and consequences for non-compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.011, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “actual cost of duplication”; amending s. 119.07, F.S.; providing that it is a violation of ch. 119, F.S., to fail to acknowledge a public record request promptly and in good faith; requiring that custodians of public records perform specified actions within a specified timeframe; prohibiting the agency from imposing costs or fees if the custodian fails to take such actions in the required timeframe; requiring custodians to state in writing certain justifications and citations; prohibiting an agency from asserting that a record was exempt or confidential and exempt under specified circumstances; providing that an agency may not assert certain justifications under specified circumstances; deleting provisions authorizing a fee for accessing a public record electronically under a contractual agreement; prohibiting agencies from charging for specified public records requests; defining the term “any electronic medium stored, maintained, or used by an agency”; requiring agencies to provide public records requests in specified formats; authorizing agencies to charge a fee for such provision; providing for the reduction or waiver of fees under specified conditions; requiring that such reductions and waivers be applied uniformly; prohibiting an agency from charging for a certain timeframe under specified conditions; requiring that a written, detailed cost estimate be provided upon request to persons seeking to inspect or copy a public record; declaring that an agency is not authorized to charge fees for redaction of certain records; amending s. 119.10, F.S.; providing that violations of any law providing access to public records is a violation of ch. 119, F.S.; providing a civil penalty for persons who violate provisions related to accessing public records; providing criminal penalties for persons outside this state who knowingly violate specified provisions; requiring courts to assess specified penalties if the court makes certain determinations; amending s. 119.12, F.S.; requiring that the court assess and award against agencies certain costs and fees; requiring that certain fees be assessed against an agency under certain conditions; authorizing agency reimbursement of attorney fees and costs under specified conditions; amending s. 119.15, F.S.; requiring that certain provisions authorizing a public records exemption be repealed after a specified timeframe unless the Legislature reenacts the exemption; amending s. 921.0022, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Darryl Rouson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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OK bill #SB522 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Medical marijuana; promulgating certain Advisory Council to establish certain task force; requiring certain final report. Effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law regarding the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Executive Advisory Council by adding a new requirement for the council to establish a task force focused on researching and providing recommendations about purchase and possession limits for medical marijuana patients. The task force will be required to consult with a diverse group of professionals and stakeholders, including physicians, medical licensing boards, licensed patients, veterans, and medical marijuana business owners. The task force must submit a final comprehensive report of its findings and recommendations to the Authority by November 1, 2026. The bill maintains the existing structure of the Advisory Council, which consists of six members appointed by the Governor, the Speaker of the House, and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, representing various perspectives including patients and business license holders. The council will continue to be chaired by the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority and will still be required to prepare and submit annual reports to state leadership. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, and members of the task force will serve without compensation but will be reimbursed for expenses related to their duties.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to medical marijuana; amending Section 1, Chapter 321, O.S.L. 2024 (63 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 427.29), which relates to the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Executive Advisory Council; directing Advisory Council to establish certain task force; requiring certain final report; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Bill Coleman (R)*, T.J. Marti (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: First Reading
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NY bill #A03003 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - Aid to Localities Budget.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Appropriates $414,384,100 for the Office for the Aging's Aid to Localities Budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, with funding from the General Fund, Federal Health and Human Services Funds, and Other Special Revenue Funds. The appropriations will support various programs and services for seniors and elderly New Yorkers, including: 1. Community Services Program funding for services like the Community Services for the Elderly grant program, Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP), and caregiver resource centers. 2. Grants for various supportive services such as nutrition programs, respite services, social model adult day services, naturally occurring retirement communities (NORC), transportation for elderly, and health insurance counseling. 3. Specific funding for initiatives like the Holocaust Survivors Initiative, Livable New York initiative, mental health services for seniors, and programs to combat social isolation. 4. Support for area agencies on aging, including financial assistance for operating expenses and specialized programs. 5. Additional funds for outreach, technology access, caregiver training, and transportation services for seniors. The bill allows for flexibility in fund allocation, permits transfers between different appropriation lines, and requires approval from the director of the budget for specific expenditure plans. It also includes provisions for annual reporting and maintaining existing service levels.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government AID TO LOCALITIES BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: print number 3003b
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CA bill #AB963 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Public works: prevailing wages: access to records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds a new section to California's Labor Code that requires owners or developers undertaking public works projects to make certain records available upon request to state labor enforcement agencies, Taft-Hartley trust funds (multi-employer pension and benefit funds), and joint labor-management committees. Specifically, these records include final construction contracts, certified payroll records, and monthly reports about skilled workforce commitments. The bill mandates that these records can only be redacted to protect social security numbers, and pricing information can be withheld if not already public. If an owner or developer fails to provide these records within 10 days of a written request, they can be penalized $100 per calendar day per worker for payroll record violations and $500 per calendar day for contract and workforce commitment record violations. These penalties will be deposited into the State Public Works Enforcement Fund. The bill applies not just to full public works projects, but also to development projects that include some public works components. The Director of Industrial Relations is required to establish rules for record release that are consistent with existing public records and information privacy laws. The definition of "owner or developer" includes various legal entities but excludes state and political subdivision governmental bodies.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 1776.1 to the Labor Code, relating to public works.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cottie Petrie-Norris (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on L. & E.
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PA bill #HB834 • Last Action 03/10/2025
In procedure, further providing for access.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Right-to-Know Law to require state agencies to enhance financial transparency by making monthly online disclosures of their fund disbursements. Specifically, agencies must publish financial records detailing their expenditures on their public websites by the last day of each month, and submit a quarterly affirmation to the Department of the Auditor General confirming these online postings. The Auditor General is authorized to conduct periodic audits to verify the accuracy and compliance of these disclosures. The bill also provides a legal mechanism for citizens to take civil action if an agency fails to comply, with the potential for courts to award attorney fees to the prevailing party. This legislation aims to increase government financial accountability by providing the public with more accessible and timely information about how government agencies are spending public funds. The bill will go into effect 60 days after its passage, giving agencies time to prepare for the new reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), entitled "An act providing for access to public information, for a designated open-records officer in each Commonwealth agency, local agency, judicial agency and legislative agency, for procedure, for appeal of agency determination, for judicial review and for the Office of Open Records; imposing penalties; providing for reporting by State-related institutions; requiring the posting of certain State contract information on the Internet; and making related repeals," in procedure, further providing for access.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 03/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Charity Grimm Krupa (R)*, Rob Kauffman (R), Milou Mackenzie (R), Joe Hamm (R), Valerie Gaydos (R), Dallas Kephart (R), Aaron Bernstine (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/11/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND OPERATIONS
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OR bill #SB813 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Relating to exposure to bodily fluids.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 431A.570 to expand the list of government employees who can petition a circuit court to compel testing of a person's bodily fluids after a significant exposure to potentially infectious materials. Specifically, the bill adds employees of the Oregon Youth Authority and county juvenile departments to the existing list of authorized personnel, which already includes corrections officers, law enforcement, emergency medical services providers, healthcare providers, and firefighters. A "significant exposure" is defined as direct contact with blood, bodily fluids, or other potentially infectious materials that could transmit a communicable disease. To petition the court, the employee must first make a good faith effort to obtain voluntary consent for testing from the source person. The bill maintains existing provisions that require the court to hold a hearing within three judicial days, issue an order within four judicial days if probable cause is found, and ensure the test results remain confidential. The testing costs will be covered by the petitioner's employer, and the test results cannot be used in civil or criminal investigations. The bill aims to provide additional legal mechanisms for certain government employees to protect themselves from potential disease transmission in the course of their official duties.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act adds some government employees to the list of people who can ask a court to make a person get tested for some diseases. (Flesch Readability Score: 66.4). Adds employees of the Oregon Youth Authority or a county juvenile department to the list of people who are authorized to petition the circuit court for an order compelling a third party to complete a test for communicable diseases under certain circumstances.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Judiciary.
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KS bill #SB197 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Senate Substitute for SB 197 by Committee on Commerce - Concerning STAR bond projects, authorizing redevelopment of certain mall facilities as eligible STAR bond projects, requiring quarterly visitor data reporting, requiring public disclosure of project details within 90 days of approval of the project, prohibiting the use of state general fund moneys for the repayment of STAR bonds, prohibiting the use of eminent domain for property acquisition and extending the expiration date of the STAR bon
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Kansas's STAR (Sales Tax and Revenue) bond financing program to expand and add transparency to the existing law. Specifically, the bill allows for the redevelopment of mall facilities as eligible STAR bond projects, introducing a new category of project that must have at least $10 million in capital investment and contain a mall where 50% or more of the leasable area is unoccupied. The bill requires businesses in STAR bond districts to provide visitor data to the Kansas Department of Commerce on a quarterly basis starting July 1, 2026, including anonymous visitor zip code information. Additionally, the bill mandates that within 90 days of adopting a STAR bond project plan or selling bonds, cities and counties must publicly disclose project details, including feasibility studies and financial guarantees. The legislation explicitly prohibits using state general fund money to repay STAR bond special obligation bonds and bans the use of eminent domain for acquiring property for these projects. The bill also extends the expiration date of the STAR bonds financing act from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2028, providing more time for communities to utilize this economic development tool. Furthermore, the bill allows the Secretary of Commerce to approve vertical construction in STAR bond project districts in cities with populations under 60,000 before December 31, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the STAR bonds financing act; relating to STAR bond project district requirements; authorizing redevelopment of certain mall facilities as eligible STAR bond projects; authorizing the secretary of commerce to approve vertical construction within certain STAR bond project districts; requiring all businesses located in a STAR bond project district to provide visitor data to the secretary of commerce on a quarterly basis instead of an annual basis; requiring the secretary to make certain information concerning STAR bond projects publicly available on the website of the department of commerce; prohibiting state general fund moneys from being pledged for the repayment of any special obligation bond issued by a city or county to finance a STAR bond project; prohibiting a city or county from using eminent domain to acquire real property for a STAR bond project; extending the expiration date of the STAR bonds financing act to July 1, 2028; amending K.S.A. 12-17,160, 12-17,166, 12-17,172 and 12- 17,179 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 12-17,162 and 12-17,169 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Monday, March 10, 2025, 1:30 PM Room 346-S
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CO bill #HB1028 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Modifications to Address Confidentiality Program
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes modifications to Colorado's Address Confidentiality Program (ACP), a program designed to protect victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking by providing them with a substitute address to keep their actual location confidential. The bill expands the program's protections by introducing several key changes, including adding new provisions for shielding real property records, expanding the types of documentation acceptable for program application, and broadening the definition of unique location information. Specifically, the bill allows program participants to request that their real property records be removed from public inspection, adds more flexibility in documenting eligibility for the program (such as previous enrollment in confidential address programs or documentation from reproductive health-care providers), and clarifies the process for protecting participants' personal information across various government agencies. The bill also updates language to be gender-neutral, adds email addresses to the types of contact information that can be protected, and increases the surcharge for certain criminal convictions from $28 to $33 starting in July 2025, with the funds supporting the Address Confidentiality Program. The modifications aim to provide more comprehensive protection for vulnerable individuals by creating additional barriers to potential abusers or stalkers who might try to locate program participants through public records.
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Bill Summary: The bill modifies the address confidentiality program (program), which is intended to protect the confidentiality of the actual address of a relocated protected health-care worker or a relocated victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, human trafficking, or stalking. The modifications to the program are: ! Expanding the requirement to use a substitute address for a program participant from applying only to government agencies to applying to private entities, upon request of the program participant; ! Removing work and school addresses from the definition of actual address, such that an actual address only covers a residential address; ! Allowing a program participant to apply with their actual address and either a telephone number or an email address, rather than requiring a telephone number; ! Clarifying that entities and agencies must use a substitute address in the place of the name of a school or employer or for a program participant's home-based business, if requested; ! Increasing the court fine applied to convictions for certain offenses, which is used to fund the program, from $28 to $33 and expanding this fine by applying it to convictions for sexual assault and municipal offenses for domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault, and human trafficking; ! Creating a process to allow program participants to shield real property records from public inspection; and ! Allowing a criminal justice official or government agency that has requested and been approved for expedited disclosure of a program participant's actual address to share the actual address with a law enforcement agency for the purpose of conducting a welfare check. The bill also makes technical and conforming amendments.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jacqueline Phillips (D)*, Yara Zokaie (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Finance Postpone Indefinitely
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KS bill #SB30 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Requiring the secretary of labor to conduct a state and national criminal history record check on employees who have access to federal tax information received directly from the internal revenue service.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the secretary of labor to conduct state and national criminal history record checks on employees who have access to federal tax information received directly from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The bill amends existing law to mandate that any employee of the Kansas Department of Labor who is granted access to sensitive federal tax information must be fingerprinted and undergo a comprehensive background check through the Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the federal Bureau of Investigation. The definition of "employee" in this context includes both current employees and job applicants who will be given access to such confidential tax information. This requirement is designed to enhance security and protect sensitive federal tax data by ensuring that individuals with access to this information have been thoroughly vetted through criminal history checks. The bill adds this new requirement to existing statutes governing criminal history record checks and the responsibilities of the secretary of labor, with the goal of preventing potential misuse or unauthorized access to confidential federal tax information.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning criminal history record information; relating to state and national criminal history record checks; requiring the secretary of labor to conduct such checks on employees who have access to federal tax information; amending K.S.A. 75-5702 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 22- 4714 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Monday, March 10, 2025, 3:30 PM Room 582-N
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KS bill #HB2304 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Requiring local governments to report certain local economic development incentive program information to the secretary of commerce, defining such programs, requiring the secretary of commerce to post such information on the economic development incentive program database maintained by the secretary and requiring certain search result presentation and report formats.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances transparency in local economic development incentive programs by requiring local governments to report detailed information about economic development incentives to the Kansas Secretary of Commerce. Starting July 1, 2025, local governments must provide comprehensive data for any economic development program providing more than $50,000 in annual incentives, including information about recipients, incentive amounts, program goals, and compliance rates. The Secretary of Commerce will create and maintain a publicly accessible, searchable online database that allows users to search and download reports by economic development program, county, and recipient. Recipients of such incentives must agree to provide the required information as a condition of receiving the incentives. The bill expands the definition of economic development incentive programs to include various local government programs like community improvement districts, tax increment financing, and business improvement districts. The database must be updated annually and include both comprehensive and summary reports, with certain confidential information protected. The Secretary may also impose a small administrative fee of 1% (up to $1,000) on each recipient to cover the costs of maintaining the database.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning economic development; relating to government transparency; requiring local governments to report certain local economic development incentive program information to the secretary of commerce; defining such programs; requiring the secretary of commerce to post such information on the economic development incentive program database maintained by the secretary; requiring certain search result presentation formats, a comprehensive report and a summary report; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 74-50,226 and 74- 50,227 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing: Monday, March 10, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 144-S
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NY bill #A03000 • Last Action 03/10/2025
Makes appropriations for the support of government - State Operations Budget.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes appropriations for the state operations budget for fiscal year 2025-26, providing funding for various state agencies and programs. The bill appropriates funds for multiple state agencies, including the Adirondack Park Agency, Office for the Aging, Department of Agriculture and Markets, Alcoholic Beverage Control, Council on the Arts, Department of Audit and Control, City University of New York, Department of Civil Service, Commission of Correction, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, Division of Criminal Justice Services, Council on Developmental Disabilities, Department of Economic Development, Education Department, State Board of Elections, Office of Employee Relations, Department of Environmental Conservation, Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government, Executive Chamber, Office of the Lieutenant Governor, and the Office of Children and Family Services. The appropriations cover various operational expenses such as personal services, supplies, travel, contractual services, equipment, and other administrative costs. The bill allows for some flexibility in transferring funds between different programs and accounts with the approval of the director of the budget, and includes provisions for reappropriations from previous fiscal years. The total appropriations span multiple fund sources, including the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds (Federal and Other), Enterprise Funds, Internal Service Funds, and Fiduciary Funds.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT making appropriations for the support of government STATE OPERATIONS BUDGET
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: print number 3000b
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NM bill #SB279 • Last Action 03/08/2025
Gas-operated Semiauto Firearms Exclusion Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Gas-Operated Semiautomatic Firearms Exclusion Act, which comprehensively restricts the importation, sale, manufacture, transfer, receipt, and possession of certain firearms and accessories in New Mexico. Starting July 1, 2025, the bill prohibits gas-operated semiautomatic firearms that are identified on a list to be created by the Attorney General, as well as large-capacity ammunition feeding devices that can accept more than ten rounds of ammunition. The legislation also bans machine guns and rapid fire devices that materially increase a firearm's rate of fire. The bill provides some exceptions for law enforcement, military, and nuclear facility security personnel, and allows current owners of such firearms to keep them if they complete a certification process by January 1, 2026. Owners of certified firearms will be restricted in how and where they can possess these weapons, generally limiting their use to private property, licensed shooting ranges, and specific transportation scenarios. The bill includes detailed definitions of technical firearm terms and establishes a certification process where firearm owners must document their existing firearms with licensed dealers or the Attorney General. Violations of the act can result in misdemeanor or felony charges, depending on the specific infraction, and the law includes a severability clause to ensure that if one part of the act is found invalid, the rest remains in effect.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO FIREARMS; ENACTING THE GAS-OPERATED SEMIAUTOMATIC FIREARMS EXCLUSION ACT; PROHIBITING THE IMPORTATION, SALE, MANUFACTURE, TRANSFER, RECEIPT OR POSSESSION OF GAS-OPERATED SEMIAUTOMATIC FIREARMS; PROHIBITING LARGE-CAPACITY AMMUNITION FEEDING DEVICES; PROHIBITING DEVICES THAT MATERIALLY INCREASE THE RATE OF FIRE OF A FIREARM OR APPROXIMATE THE ACTION OR RATE OF FIRE OF A MACHINE GUN; PROHIBITING MACHINE GUNS AND RAPID FIRE DEVICES; REQUIRING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO LIST GAS- OPERATED SEMIAUTOMATIC FIREARMS SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE GAS-OPERATED SEMIAUTOMATIC FIREARMS EXCLUSION ACT; REQUIRING THE CERTIFICATION OF SEMIAUTOMATIC FIREARMS; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING PENALTIES.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Heather Berghmans (D)*, Charlotte Little (D)*, Micaelita O'Malley (D), Andrea Romero (D), Pat Roybal Caballero (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: SJC: Reported by committee with Do Not Pass but with a Do Pass recommendation on Committee Substitution
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NM bill #SB14 • Last Action 03/08/2025
Health Care Consolidation & Transparency Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Health Care Consolidation and Transparency Act, which creates a comprehensive regulatory framework for overseeing mergers, acquisitions, and other significant transactions involving health care entities in New Mexico. The bill requires health care entities planning transactions above certain revenue thresholds to submit detailed notices to the state Office of the Superintendent of Insurance at least 60 days before the planned transaction, including information about potential impacts on essential services, patient care, employee working conditions, and market competition. The office will conduct a preliminary review to determine whether a comprehensive review is necessary, which may include public comment forums and an in-depth analysis of the transaction's potential effects. Transactions cannot be finalized without written approval from the superintendent, who can approve the transaction, approve it with conditions, or disapprove it based on potential negative impacts on healthcare accessibility, affordability, or quality. The bill also includes provisions for post-transaction oversight, requiring entities to submit reports on the transaction's effects, and establishes whistleblower protections for individuals who report potential unlawful or improper actions by health care entities. Additionally, the law provides for administrative fines for non-compliance and does not limit the attorney general's ability to protect consumers and maintain competitive markets.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO HEALTH CARE; ENACTING THE HEALTH CARE CONSOLIDATION AND TRANSPARENCY ACT; PROVIDING OVERSIGHT OF ACQUISITIONS, MERGERS, AFFILIATIONS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS THAT INVOLVE DIRECT OR INDIRECT CHANGES OF CONTROL OR ASSETS OF HOSPITALS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE ENTITIES; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; PROVIDING FOR PRELIMINARY AND COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS OF PROPOSED TRANSACTIONS; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL, APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS OR DISAPPROVAL OF PROPOSED TRANSACTIONS; LIMITING CONFIDENTIALITY; PROVIDING PROTECTIONS FOR WHISTLEBLOWERS; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Katy Duhigg (D)*, Reena Szczepanski (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Committee (00:00:00 3/8/2025 Room 321)
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NM bill #SB10 • Last Action 03/08/2025
Anti-hazing Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive anti-hazing regulations for public and private post-secondary educational institutions in New Mexico, creating a multi-faceted approach to preventing and addressing hazing incidents. The legislation defines hazing as any act during recruitment or initiation that causes or is likely to cause physical or psychological harm to a student, including forced substance consumption, and makes such actions a misdemeanor offense. Beginning in the 2025 fall academic term, institutions must develop a code of conduct prohibiting hazing, establish a six-member hazing prevention committee with equal student and staff representation, and provide mandatory educational programs on hazing awareness during new student orientation. The bill requires institutions to publicly report annual findings of hazing violations without disclosing individual student identities, maintain these reports for five years, and make them easily accessible online. Additionally, the legislation mandates that all employees, including student employees, receive hazing prevention training and have a legal obligation to report suspected hazing incidents. Social fraternities and sororities must notify institutions before chartering or reopening chapters and provide detailed documentation of past violations. The bill also imposes strict penalties, including potential loss of state-funded scholarships for students who participate in hazing and potential loss of institutional recognition for organizations that permit such activities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO HAZING; ENACTING THE ANTI-HAZING ACT; REQUIRING A CODE OF CONDUCT AND A HAZING PREVENTION COMMITTEE AT PUBLIC OR PRIVATE POST-SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS; REQUIRING ANNUAL REPORTS; REQUIRING HAZING PREVENTION EDUCATION; PROVIDING PENALTIES.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Harold Pope (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: Senate Judiciary Committee (00:00:00 3/8/2025 Room 321)
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NM bill #HB311 • Last Action 03/08/2025
Reclaimed Water Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for the creation and operation of Reclaimed Water Authorities (RWAs) in New Mexico, providing a structured approach to promoting and managing the use of treated wastewater. The bill defines reclaimed water as treated water from various sources that meets state water quality standards and allows municipalities or counties to request authorization from the Economic Development Department to create a nonprofit RWA. Each authority would be governed by a six-member board with diverse expertise, including professionals from water production, wholesale, and environmental fields. The RWAs would have broad powers, including seeking funding, operating water treatment facilities, developing water quality management plans, conducting research, and facilitating communication between water producers, wholesalers, and customers. The bill outlines specific procedures for identifying potential reclaimed water markets, establishing water rates, and creating mechanisms for water supply agreements. Importantly, the bill provides a voluntary certification process for reclaimed water through the Water Quality Control Commission, which would allow certified water to be exempt from wastewater regulations. The legislation aims to encourage water conservation, support economic development, and create a more flexible framework for water reuse in New Mexico, with an effective date of July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO WATER; ENACTING THE RECLAIMED WATER ACT; PROVIDING A PROCESS FOR CREATION OF RECLAIMED WATER AUTHORITIES; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES OF AN AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR THE USE, SALE, PROVISION AND CERTIFICATION OF RECLAIMED WATER.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Small (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Committee (08:30:00 3/8/2025 Room 309)
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WV bill #HB2987 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Relating to the Consumer Data Protection Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Consumer Data Protection Act, establishing comprehensive regulations for how businesses handle personal data in West Virginia. The bill defines numerous key terms and outlines specific rights for consumers and responsibilities for businesses (called "controllers" and "processors") when collecting, processing, and protecting personal data. Consumers gain rights to confirm what personal data is being processed, access their data, correct inaccuracies, delete personal data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain types of profiling. Businesses must limit data collection, establish data security practices, obtain consent for sensitive data processing, and provide clear privacy notices. The Attorney General has exclusive enforcement authority, with the ability to issue civil investigative demands and impose penalties up to $7,500 per violation. Notably, the bill does not allow private lawsuits and provides a 30-day cure period for businesses before penalties can be imposed. The act will become effective on January 1, 2026, and applies to businesses that meet certain thresholds of data processing or annual revenue. A special Consumer Privacy Fund will be created to support enforcement efforts, and the law is intended to provide uniform data protection standards across the state.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to create the Consumer Data Protection Act and to provide guidance for the Act's administration.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Daniel Linville (R)*, Jarred Cannon (R), Erica Moore (R), David Elliott Pritt (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Markup Discussion
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WV bill #HB2187 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Permit teachers in K-12 schools be authorized to carry concealed firearms as a designated school protection officer
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to authorize teachers, administrators, and support personnel in K-12 schools to carry concealed firearms by establishing a School Protection Officer (SPO) program with specific requirements and training. Under the proposed legislation, school districts can voluntarily designate school employees as SPOs, who must first complete a comprehensive 24-hour training program covering topics like threat mitigation, crisis intervention, active shooter response, and tactical firearms training. To qualify, SPOs must have a valid concealed carry permit and pass a yearly behavioral health assessment. The bill mandates that SPOs can only carry firearms within their personal control, must coordinate with other armed security personnel, and can be immediately removed from their position for violations. The program is funded with $5,000 per county school district, with the SPO volunteer responsible for weapon qualification costs up to $50. The legislation emphasizes that participation is voluntary and additional to an employee's normal duties, and includes provisions for notification, record-keeping, and potential revocation of SPO status. Notably, the bill requires written justification if a superintendent or county board denies an SPO designation and ensures that SPO identification information remains confidential.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to authorize teachers in elementary or secondary schools to carry concealed firearms and be designated as a school protection officer (SPO).
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Doug Smith (R)*, Mike Hite (R), Chris Phillips (R), Scot Heckert (R), Kathie Crouse (R), Joe Ellington (R), Eric Brooks (R), Chuck Horst (R), Wayne Clark (R), Mike Hornby (R), David Elliott Pritt (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: To House Judiciary
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IL bill #SB2319 • Last Action 03/07/2025
VIRTUAL CURRENCY CONSUM PROT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Protection Act, which aims to regulate virtual currency kiosks in the state by implementing comprehensive consumer protection measures. The legislation requires virtual currency kiosk operators to obtain a money transmitter license and mandates several key protections, including providing clear disclosures about the risks of virtual currency (such as price volatility, lack of government backing, and potential for fraud), displaying warning notices to customers before transactions, and issuing detailed receipts after each transaction. Operators must also implement robust anti-fraud and compliance policies, designate full-time compliance and consumer protection officers, and use blockchain analytics software to prevent transactions to known fraudulent digital wallets. The bill requires operators to provide live customer service during specified hours, report kiosk locations to the state within 45 days of each calendar quarter, and maintain written policies for enhanced due diligence that identify individuals at risk of fraud. The legislation emphasizes consumer protection while supporting innovative financial technologies, and ensures that if any provisions conflict with federal laws like the Bank Secrecy Act or PATRIOT Act, the federal regulations will take precedence.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Protection Act. Provides that specified information reported to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation by virtual currency kiosk shall be confidential, except as otherwise provided in the Act. Establishes warning and general terms and conditions disclosure requirements for a virtual currency kiosk operator opening an account for a new customer and prior to entering into an initial transaction for, on behalf of, or with the customer. Requires a receipt to be provided to each customer following a transaction. Requires all virtual currency kiosk operators to have live customer service, as specified; create anti-fraud, enhanced due diligence, and federal and State law compliance policies; designate a compliance officer and a consumer protection officer; and use blockchain analytics software to assist in the prevention of sending purchased virtual currency from a virtual currency kiosk operator to a digital wallet known to be affiliated with fraudulent activity at the time of a transaction; and report the location of each virtual currency kiosk located within this State within 45 days after the end of the calendar quarter. Requires a virtual currency kiosk operator to receive a money transmitter license. Sets forth supervision duties for the Department and the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Laura Ellman (D)*, Mark Walker (D), Karina Villa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Karina Villa
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KS bill #HB2131 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Requiring prosecutors to disclose their intent to introduce testimony from a jailhouse witness and to forward related information to the Kansas bureau of investigation.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires prosecutors to disclose detailed information about jailhouse witnesses before introducing their testimony in criminal trials. Specifically, prosecutors must reveal the witness's criminal history, any cooperation agreements or benefits they will receive, the content of statements allegedly made by the suspect, and information about any previous cases where the witness has provided testimony. The bill defines a "jailhouse witness" as someone who provides testimony about statements made by a suspect while both were incarcerated and who may receive benefits for their testimony. Prosecutors must maintain a central record of such witnesses and forward this information to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, which will create a confidential statewide database accessible only to prosecuting attorneys. The bill also requires prosecutors to notify victims if a jailhouse witness receives any benefits for their testimony. If disclosing information might endanger the witness, the court can issue protective orders or limit who can view the evidence. Named the "Pete Coones Memorial Act," this legislation aims to increase transparency and scrutiny of jailhouse witness testimony, which has historically been considered potentially unreliable. The provisions will become effective upon publication in the statute book and are designed to be part of the Kansas Code of Criminal Procedure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; relating to jailhouse witness testimony; requiring prosecutors to disclose their intent to introduce testimony from a jailhouse witness and to forward related information to the Kansas bureau of investigation. WHEREAS, The provisions of this act shall be known as the Pete Coones memorial act. Now, therefore:
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/08/2025
• Last Action: House Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Judiciary
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KS bill #HB2134 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Amending the Kansas open records act regarding charges for records in the state executive branch and other public agencies other than the state legislative and judicial branches, prohibiting charges for electronic copies of records and for determining whether a record exists and limiting charges for employee time required to make records available.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Kansas Open Records Act to modify how public agencies, specifically within the state executive branch, can charge fees for providing public records. The bill prohibits charging for electronic copies of records and for simply determining whether a record exists. It limits fees for employee time used to make records available, requiring agencies to use the lowest-cost staff category reasonably necessary and base charges only on the employee's salary, not including benefits. If a records request will take more than five hours or exceed $200 in staff time, the agency must make reasonable efforts to contact the requester to discuss potentially mitigating costs, though the requester is not obligated to do so. The bill also requires agencies to provide an itemized statement of costs when requested, including hourly rates for employees involved in processing the request. Additionally, the bill mandates that all fees collected by executive branch agencies must be remitted to the state treasurer and deposited in the state general fund or an appropriate fee fund. This legislation aims to make public records more accessible by reducing financial barriers to obtaining government documents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning the open records act; limiting certain charges for copies of records by the state executive branch and other public agencies excluding the legislative and judicial branch of state government; amending K.S.A. 45-219 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/08/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Judiciary
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UT bill #SB0218 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Voter Information Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends numerous sections of Utah law to add a consistent warning statement to various types of petitions and signature-gathering processes. The key provision is that for most types of petitions - including those for municipal elections, school district consolidations, political party registration, candidate nominations, and ballot initiatives - the first page must now include a warning statement that reads: "WARNING TO SIGNERS WITH PRIVATE VOTER REGISTRATION RECORDS: Your name, address, and certain other personal information may be publicly disclosed if you sign this petition. This disclosure may occur even if your voter registration record has been classified as a private record at your request." Additionally, the bill creates a new section (20A-1-1004) that clarifies that when a person with a private voter registration record signs a petition, their personal information can be disclosed to the same extent as a public individual's information, but only in direct relation to the petition process such as signature verification or removal. This change aims to ensure that individuals understand their personal information may become public when signing petitions, regardless of their prior privacy classification. The bill will take effect on May 7, 2025, giving time for election officials and potential petition signers to become aware of the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to voter registration records.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0362 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Homeless Rights Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive legal protections for homeless individuals in Utah by defining and codifying their rights across multiple areas of civic and public life. The bill defines a "type of homelessness" and mandates that homeless individuals receive equal treatment, including the right to freely move in public spaces, obtain employment without discrimination, and receive emergency medical care. The legislation specifically affirms homeless individuals' voting rights, allowing them to register and vote according to state election laws. The bill also requires that personal information about homeless individuals be managed in compliance with state and federal privacy regulations. Importantly, the bill provides a legal mechanism for homeless individuals to pursue action in state court if their rights are violated, with potential remedies including injunctions, court cost reimbursement, and attorney fee awards. Individuals must file such actions within one year of a rights violation. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and represents a significant effort to protect the civil rights and dignities of homeless populations by ensuring they are treated equally and have clear legal recourse against discriminatory practices.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill describes the rights of homeless individuals.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Grant Miller (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0299 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Election Code Time Computation Revisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical revisions to the Election Code, focusing primarily on clarifying time computations, filing deadlines, and signature removal processes across various election-related procedures. The bill standardizes references to calendar days, business days, and filing deadlines, and introduces specific definitions for terms like "business day" and "calendar day". Key changes include modifying how time periods are calculated for candidate filings, petition signatures, contribution reporting, and various election-related administrative processes. The bill also updates provisions related to candidate qualifications, ballot access, campaign finance reporting, and election procedures, ensuring more precise and consistent language throughout the Election Code. These changes aim to provide greater clarity and uniformity in election-related timeframes and administrative requirements, potentially reducing confusion and improving the administrative process for elections in Utah.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to deadlines and the calculation of time in the Election Code.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Petersen (R)*, Chris Wilson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0332 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Amendments to Voting Provisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive amendments to Utah's voting provisions, focusing on enhancing voter registration database maintenance, election security, and ballot processing procedures. The bill requires the Lieutenant Governor to implement more rigorous voter roll maintenance processes, including contracting with a third-party vendor to analyze voter registration data using advanced analytics across multiple government databases. It mandates new reporting requirements for election officers, such as publicly releasing ballot reconciliation results daily and reporting the number of provisional ballots cast. The legislation also introduces a significant change to voting procedures by requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for state elections, with voters who cannot provide such proof limited to voting only in federal elections. Additionally, the bill strengthens ballot chain of custody requirements by mandating continuous video monitoring of ballot processing, creating detailed batch tracking procedures, and requiring specific documentation for every step of ballot handling. Other key provisions include enhanced privacy protections for voters, new requirements for county clerks to investigate undeliverable ballots, and provisions for identifying and removing potentially ineligible voters from registration lists. The bill aims to improve the accuracy and transparency of Utah's election processes while maintaining voter accessibility.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses provisions relating to voting and voter registration data.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Karianne Lisonbee (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 8 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0293 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Vehicle Sales Tax Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a new sales tax exemption for motor vehicles sold and purchased in separate transactions within 30 days of each other. Specifically, when a person buys a replacement vehicle in a separate transaction from selling another motor vehicle, they can claim a sales and use tax refund under certain conditions. The exemption applies only if the replacement vehicle is titled in Utah, has the same titleholder as the previously sold vehicle, and the taxpayer applies for the refund within one year of the vehicle purchase or sale. The refund amount will be equal to the lesser of the sales price of the original vehicle multiplied by the tax rate of the replacement vehicle, or the actual sales and use tax paid for the replacement vehicle. Only one such exemption can be claimed per original vehicle. The bill includes provisions for the tax commission to create rules governing the refund process, and it will take effect on July 1, 2026. This amendment aims to provide tax relief for individuals who quickly replace their vehicles by offsetting some of the sales tax burden.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill enacts a sales and use tax exemption for sales of motor vehicles in separate transactions.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jordan Teuscher (R)*, Dan McCay (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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MT bill #SB380 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Generally revise laws related to motor vehicle laws
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical amendments and revisions to Montana's motor vehicle laws, covering a wide range of areas. The bill includes changes to driver's licensing, vehicle registration, dealer licensing, and various procedural aspects of motor vehicle administration. Some key provisions include: lowering the minimum age for obtaining a driver's license from 16 to 15, extending the expiration period for commercial driver's licenses from 4 to 8 years, revising disability parking permit application requirements, adding the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to a list of territories issuing driver's licenses, and allowing more electronic interactions with the motor vehicle department. The bill also makes technical changes to how vehicle titles are processed, how dealer plates and demonstrator plates can be used, and updates definitions across various sections of motor vehicle law. Additionally, the bill repeals several older sections of code that are no longer needed or have been superseded by new provisions. Overall, the bill appears to be a comprehensive cleanup and modernization of Montana's motor vehicle regulations, aimed at improving efficiency and aligning state law with current practices.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING LAWS RELATED TO MOTOR VEHICLES; INCLUDING THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS IN A LIST OF UNITED STATES TERRITORIES ISSUING DRIVER'S LICENSES AND OTHER IDENTIFICATIONS; REVISING DISABILITY PARKING PERMIT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS; REVISING DEFINITIONS; REVISING VEHICLE TITLE LAWS; REVISING VEHICLE REGISTRATION LAWS; ALLOWING THE DEPARTMENT AND CERTAIN APPLICANTS TO CONDUCT MORE BUSINESS ELECTRONICALLY; REORGANIZING DEFINITIONS IN TITLE 61, CHAPTER 3, PART 4, MCA; REVISING LICENSE PLATE LAWS; REVISING THE MINIMUM AGE FOR A DRIVER'S LICENSE; REVISING CERTAIN EXPIRATIONS FOR COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSES; REVISING STATUTES FOR THE CANCELLATION OF LICENSES; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1501, 49-4-303, 61-1-101, 61-3-109, 61- 3-201, 61-3-202, 61-3-204, 61-3-210, 61-3-217, 61-3-220, 61-3-224, 61-3-303, 61-3-321, 61-3-401, 61-3-405, 61-3-412, 61-3-413, 61-4-101, 61-4-125, 61-4-128, 61-4-129, 61-4-225, 61-4-301, 61-5-105, 61-5-111, 61-5- 119, 61-5-201, 61-8-1016, 61-8-1017, 61-8-1032, AND 61-12-501, MCA; AND REPEALING SECTIONS 61-3- 413, 61-3-426, 61-3-473, AND 61-5-209, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shelley Vance (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 03/01/2025
• Last Action: (S) Transmitted to House
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UT bill #HB0273 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Law Enforcement Investigation Amendments
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Utah law to establish comprehensive guidelines for law enforcement agencies obtaining reverse-keyword information and reverse-location information (historical data about electronic device searches or locations) during criminal investigations. The bill requires law enforcement to obtain a search warrant specifically for these types of information, with strict procedural requirements including a mandatory notice in the warrant application explaining the broad nature of the search and potential impact on unrelated individuals. Warrants can only be sought for serious felony offenses or in cases of imminent public safety threats. The bill mandates that all electronic device data be anonymized before release, prohibiting law enforcement from using or connecting the data to other databases, and requires the destruction of any unrelated information after case resolution. The bill also defines key terms like "reverse-keyword information" (searches for specific terms that can identify unnamed individuals) and establishes that improperly obtained reverse-location or reverse-keyword information can be excluded from legal proceedings similar to Fourth Amendment violations. The law will take effect on May 7, 2025, and includes provisions to repeal certain sections of the existing law by January 1, 2033.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill concerns procedures and requirements related to law enforcement investigations.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ryan Wilcox (R)*, Todd Weiler (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 02/23/2025
• Last Action: Draft of Enrolled Bill Prepared in Legislative Research and General Counsel / Enrolling
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UT bill #HB0364 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Governmental Immunity Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Governmental Immunity Act to modify definitions and clarify immunity provisions for governmental entities and employees. The bill adds a new definition for "outside legal counsel" as an attorney not employed by a city or town who is hired to perform legal work, and extends the same immunity protections to these external attorneys as would apply to in-house city or town attorneys. The bill maintains broad immunity for governmental entities and their employees from lawsuits arising from the exercise of governmental functions, with specific provisions covering various scenarios such as emergency responses, public health measures, and actions involving contaminated land. The bill expands and clarifies existing immunity protections, including provisions related to discretionary functions, specific types of actions (like emergency services, infrastructure management, and wildlife-related incidents), and communications between law enforcement agencies. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and includes a provision coordinating potential interactions with another bill (H.B. 48) regarding specific amendments. The comprehensive changes aim to provide clear guidelines for when governmental entities can be sued and when they are protected from legal action.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends the Governmental Immunity Act.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kay Christofferson (R)*, Todd Weiler (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0169 • Last Action 03/07/2025
State Board of Education Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive ethics framework for members of the Utah State Board of Education by requiring the board to create and implement detailed ethical standards and procedures within their bylaws. Specifically, the bill mandates that the board develop a code of conduct that includes ethics training for board members, a process for filing and reviewing ethics complaints, privacy protections for complainants, potential disciplinary actions for violations, restrictions on filing complaints near elections, and guidelines for managing conflicts of interest. The bill also requires the board to maintain private records of ethics reviews while keeping a public summary of actions, and mandates that the board report to the Education Interim Committee in October 2025 about the new ethics requirements, including the number and types of complaints received and their dispositions. Additionally, the bill amends existing state law to classify records of ethics violations as private, and the new ethics standards will take effect on May 7, 2025. The legislation aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and professional conduct among State Board of Education members by creating a structured approach to addressing potential ethical breaches.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill establishes ethics standards for members of the State Board of Education.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Doug Welton (R)*, Lincoln Fillmore (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0342 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind Facilities Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Utah state law regarding the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB), specifically updating how the institution is governed and classified for budgetary and facilities purposes. The bill clarifies that while USDB is generally subject to public education code and state laws governing public schools, certain financial and construction provisions that apply to school districts and charter schools will no longer be explicitly listed as exceptions. The bill also expands the definition of "agency" to specifically include USDB, and provides more precise definitions for capital development and improvement projects, distinguishing between different types of construction and renovation based on cost thresholds. For example, a capital development project is defined as a remodeling or new facility project costing $3,500,000 or more, or a real property purchase requiring a state appropriation. The bill introduces nuanced definitions for "new facility" and clarifies what constitutes state funds, ultimately providing more precise legal language for how state educational institutions like USDB can plan and execute infrastructure projects. The bill will take effect on May 7, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for these updated definitions and guidelines.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses capital development for the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Stephanie Pitcher (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0449 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Student Athlete Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates comprehensive provisions for compensating student athletes for the use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL) in Utah's higher education institutions. The legislation allows institutions to directly compensate student athletes for NIL usage, with specific restrictions: institutions cannot use state-appropriated funds or student fees for such compensation. The bill establishes clear definitions for key terms like "student athlete," "athlete agent," and "student athlete agreement," and prohibits compensation agreements that involve endorsements of tobacco, alcohol, controlled substances, gambling, sexually oriented businesses, or illegal firearms. Importantly, the bill protects student athletes by ensuring they cannot be prevented from participating in intercollegiate athletics or having institutional membership revoked due to NIL compensation or obtaining professional representation. The legislation also mandates that the state's board of higher education conduct audits every five years beginning in fiscal year 2028 to evaluate how institutions implement and use student athlete NIL payments, with results to be reported to legislative committees. Additionally, the bill clarifies that student athletes are not considered employees of their institutions through athletic program participation or NIL compensation. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, providing institutions time to prepare for implementation.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill creates provisions related to an institution compensating a student athlete for the use of the student athlete's name, image, or likeness.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jordan Teuscher (R)*, Ann Millner (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0232 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Candidate Nomination Procedures Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms Utah's candidate nomination procedures for political parties by introducing two new types of party nomination processes: primary nominating parties and convention nominating parties, effective May 7, 2025. Beginning in 2026, registered political parties must choose to be either a primary nominating party or a convention nominating party before the first Monday of October in odd-numbered years. A primary nominating party will be required to use a signature-gathering and primary election process to nominate candidates, with candidates appearing on the general election ballot with their party name. In contrast, a convention nominating party will use alternative nomination methods and have their candidates appear on the general election ballot without party affiliation. The bill establishes detailed requirements for how candidates can seek nomination, including filing declarations of candidacy, gathering signatures, and participating in primary elections. It also makes numerous technical changes to election laws to support this new nomination system, such as modifying ballot design, signature collection procedures, and candidate certification processes. The changes aim to provide more structured and transparent methods for political parties to select their candidates while giving parties flexibility in their nomination approach.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to nominating candidates for elective office and placing candidates on a ballot.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Andrew Stoddard (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/15/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0270 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Voter Registration Records Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to voter registration record privacy and access provisions in Utah, focusing on protecting certain voters' personal information while establishing new guidelines for how voter data can be shared. The bill creates a new category of "at-risk voters" who can request that their entire voter registration record be withheld from public disclosure, including those experiencing domestic violence, dating violence, law enforcement personnel, public figures, or family members of remotely-deployed military members. Starting January 1, 2027, voter registration records will be divided into two main categories: public registered voters and at-risk voters. Political parties will be able to receive limited information about voters affiliated with them, such as name, age range, and potentially phone number or email address, but only with the voter's prior consent. The bill also establishes strict rules about how political parties and government officials can request and use voter registration data, including requirements for data security, permitted uses, and potential penalties for misuse. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the lieutenant governor assign new voter identification numbers to all registered voters and provide a mechanism for political parties to verify voter affiliations. The changes aim to enhance voter privacy protections while maintaining transparency in the electoral process.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to voter registration records.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Trevor Lee (R)*, John Johnson (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 30
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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NM bill #HB6 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Irb Project Minimum Wage
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends New Mexico's existing public works minimum wage law to explicitly require that projects undertaken by a municipality or county using industrial revenue bonds (IRBs) must pay prevailing wages and comply with the state's existing prevailing wage regulations. Specifically, the bill adds a new subsection (J) to Section 13-4-11 NMSA 1978, which mandates that contractors, subcontractors, and employers working on IRB-funded projects must pay workers the prevailing wage rates determined by the state director. Prevailing wages are based on collective bargaining agreements for similar work in the local area and are designed to ensure workers receive fair compensation comparable to local market rates. The existing law already requires prevailing wage payments for public works projects over $60,000, and this amendment extends those requirements to IRB projects, ensuring that workers on municipally or county-sponsored projects funded through industrial revenue bonds receive appropriate compensation. This change aims to protect workers' wages and maintain consistent labor standards across different types of public infrastructure and development projects.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO MINIMUM WAGE; REQUIRING THAT PROJECTS UNDERTAKEN BY A MUNICIPALITY OR COUNTY THROUGH THE ISSUANCE OF INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS PAY THE PREVAILING WAGE AND COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 13-4-11 NMSA 1978 (BEING LAWS 1965, CHAPTER 35, SECTION 1, AS AMENDED).
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Javier Martínez (D)*, Pat Roybal Caballero (D)*, Joseph Sanchez (D), Mimi Stewart (D), Reena Szczepanski (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: STBTC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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UT bill #HB0526 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Government Records Access and Management Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions of the Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) to enhance transparency and clarify procedures for records requests. The bill expands the role of the government records ombudsman by allowing them to mediate fee disputes related to records requests, in addition to their existing duties of providing resources and mediating access denial disputes. It introduces new requirements for governmental entities when estimating and charging fees for records requests, such as providing detailed itemized estimates for requests expected to cost over $50 and over $500, with specific guidelines about how employee time should be calculated and reported. The bill also updates appeal processes for both state and local governmental entities, allowing requesters to appeal fee estimates directly to the State Records Committee if the estimated fee exceeds $500. Additionally, the bill clarifies that work-related contact information for local education agency employees must be provided according to specific guidelines. These changes aim to make the public records request process more transparent, predictable, and accessible while providing clearer mechanisms for resolving disputes between requesters and governmental entities.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions of the Government Records Access and Management Act.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Matt MacPherson (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/23/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0528 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Tax Payments with Precious Metals
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a novel approach to tax payments by allowing certain taxpayers, specifically those who own or operate mines, to pay taxes in gold instead of cash. The bill modifies several sections of Utah state tax law to implement this option, primarily in the severance tax, corporate franchise tax, and individual income tax codes. Key provisions include allowing mine operators to pay taxes by remitting gold to the state treasurer, with the gold's value calculated based on an internationally recognized benchmark price and subject to investment-grade purity standards. Taxpayers who choose to pay taxes in gold will be eligible for a 5% nonrefundable tax credit, with different time frames for mines existing as of January 1, 2027, and those established later. The bill also updates various technical details related to tax calculations, reporting requirements, and revenue distributions for Great Salt Lake mineral extraction. These changes are set to take effect for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2027, providing a unique option for mining companies to satisfy their tax obligations while potentially benefiting from a tax credit incentive.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to tax payments.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ken Ivory (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0138 • Last Action 03/07/2025
License Plate Reader Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Utah's laws regarding automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) to more strictly regulate the collection, preservation, and use of captured license plate data. The bill requires that license plate data obtained by governmental entities can only be preserved for up to nine months, with exceptions for specific legal purposes like toll collection or when there's a preservation request related to a criminal or missing person investigation. Governmental entities are prohibited from selling captured plate data and can only use or share it for authorized purposes. The bill introduces new requirements for law enforcement agencies to maintain records of license plate data searches, including the number of searches and associated crime information, which must be preserved for at least five years. Additionally, to obtain license plate data from non-governmental entities, agencies must now ensure the data is used only for authorized purposes, removing the previous requirement of a warrant. The bill also establishes a process for requesting and obtaining court orders to disclose captured plate data, requiring specific and articulable facts demonstrating the data's relevance to a criminal or missing person investigation. The new regulations take effect on May 7, 2025, aiming to protect individual privacy while maintaining law enforcement capabilities.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to the usage of data from an automatic license plate reader.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Derrin Owens (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0145 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Rehabilitation Services Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the composition and operations of the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Advisory Committee, which is housed within the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. The changes include clarifying the committee membership requirements, which now explicitly includes representatives such as individuals who have experienced neurological conditions, brain or spinal cord injuries, healthcare professionals serving affected populations, and legislative appointees. The bill adjusts the appointment process by allowing the executive director to manage member terms, with approximately half of the members (those representing various stakeholder groups) being appointed every two years. The bill also maintains existing provisions regarding committee operations, such as maintaining open meeting standards, potential per diem compensation for non-legislator members, and the committee's core responsibilities of establishing funding priorities for the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Fund, evaluating care quality for individuals with brain and spinal cord injuries, and exploring additional funding sources. Importantly, the bill specifies that the committee's operating expenses will continue to be paid exclusively from the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Fund, and it sets an effective date of May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to the Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Advisory Committee.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anthony Loubet (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0565 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Traffic Safety Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a red light camera pilot program in Utah designed to improve traffic safety at high-risk intersections. The program will run from January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, and will include up to 10 intersections selected based on crash, injury, and fatality data. The pilot program will consist of three phases: a 30-day initial data collection phase, a 60-day public education phase with warning notifications, and a 12-month implementation phase with potential civil penalties. Law enforcement agencies will be responsible for identifying vehicle owners and sending notices, with first-time violations resulting in warnings and subsequent violations potentially incurring fines up to $130. The cameras will only capture red light violations, and the data cannot be used for other purposes without a warrant. Importantly, these violations will not be recorded on driving records or result in points assessed against a driver's license. The Department of Transportation must provide a report to the Transportation Interim Committee by October 1, 2027, summarizing the program's effectiveness, and all contract and fine revenue information will be made publicly available. The red light camera pilot program is set to be automatically repealed on October 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill establishes a red light camera pilot program.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jake Fitisemanu (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0206 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Chronic Absenteeism Pilot Program
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Attendance Advantage - my529 Initiative Pilot Program, a targeted effort to reduce chronic absenteeism in Utah schools. The program will provide financial incentives to students who maintain good attendance, with up to $440 per student annually deposited into a my529 educational savings account. Specifically, students will receive $400 in quarterly $100 payments, and an additional $40 will be allocated to the participating school for program administration. The pilot program will be limited to no more than five schools statewide, with no more than 100 students per school, and will be carefully designed to consider factors like chronic absenteeism rates, geographic diversity, and school demographic characteristics. The State Board of Education will be responsible for establishing program rules, conducting research on attendance intervention strategies, coordinating with the Utah Educational Savings Plan, and evaluating the program's effectiveness. Participants' individual student data will be kept confidential, and the board will be required to provide a report to legislative committees by November 30, 2026, detailing the program's design, implementation, preliminary participation data, and recommendations. The pilot program is set to be repealed on July 1, 2029, with an initial appropriation of $660,000 for fiscal year 2026.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill creates the Attendance Advantage - my529 Initiative Pilot Program.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Sahara Hayes (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0506 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Unclaimed Property Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Utah's laws regarding unclaimed property, specifically focusing on tax-deferred and tax-exempt retirement and other accounts. The bill updates provisions in two existing statutes to clarify when certain types of financial accounts can be considered abandoned. Key changes include expanding the definition to include both tax-deferred and tax-exempt accounts, and modifying the timelines for when an account is presumed abandoned. For retirement accounts, the bill replaces the previous age threshold of 70.5 years with a reference to the specific age specified in federal tax laws for mandatory distributions. The bill also introduces a new provision for accounts where the owner has died, allowing for abandonment one year after a mandatory distribution following death. Additionally, the bill requires holders of such accounts to make reasonable efforts to contact account owners, such as sending electronic communications or first-class mail, before an account can be considered abandoned. The legislation aims to provide clearer guidelines for financial institutions and the state's unclaimed property administrator in managing potentially abandoned accounts. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to unclaimed property.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Troy Shelley (R)*, Stephanie Pitcher (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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KS bill #SB294 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Enacting the Kansas medical cannabis act to authorize the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Kansas Medical Cannabis Act to establish a comprehensive framework for the legal cultivation, processing, distribution, sale, and use of medical cannabis in Kansas. The bill creates a detailed regulatory system that includes multiple key provisions: This bill establishes a comprehensive medical cannabis program that allows patients with qualifying medical conditions to obtain and use medical cannabis. Patients will need to obtain an identification card after receiving a recommendation from a qualified medical provider. The bill defines a wide range of qualifying medical conditions, including chronic conditions like cancer, PTSD, epilepsy, and persistent pain. The program will be overseen by a 24-member Medical Cannabis Advisory Board that will provide recommendations on implementation and can review and modify the list of qualifying conditions. The regulatory framework includes licensing for various entities involved in the medical cannabis supply chain, such as cultivators, processors, laboratories, and medical cannabis pharmacies. Licenses will be limited in number and subject to strict background checks and operational requirements. The bill establishes two new state funds to support the program's administration: the Medical Cannabis Registration Fund and the Medical Cannabis Regulation Fund. The legislation provides robust protections for patients, including preventing discrimination in employment, housing, child custody, and other areas based on medical cannabis use. It also addresses potential conflicts with existing laws, such as ensuring that patients are not denied organ transplants or other medical services solely because of medical cannabis use. The bill includes detailed provisions for testing, packaging, transportation, and disposal of medical cannabis, with an emphasis on public safety and product quality. It also establishes penalties for violations of the act and creates mechanisms for ongoing oversight and potential program modifications. Implementation is set to begin on January 1, 2026, with the secretary of health and environment developing rules and regulations to operationalize the program in the interim.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning health and healthcare; relating to medical cannabis; enacting 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; establishing the medical cannabis registration fund and the medical cannabis regulation fund; making exceptions to the crimes of unlawful manufacture and possession of controlled substances; amending K.S.A. 21-5703, 21-5706, 21-5707, 21-5709, 21-5710, 21- 6109, 23-3201, 38-2269, 44-1009, 44-1015, 79-5201 and 79-5210 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 8-1567, 21-5705, 21-6607, 22-3717, 22-4714, 44- 501, 44-706, 65-1120 and 65-28b08 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs
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UT bill #HB0468 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Automatic License Plate Reader Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively regulates the use of automatic license plate reader (ALPR) systems by governmental entities in Utah, establishing strict guidelines for their deployment and use. The legislation defines key terms and provides detailed requirements for law enforcement and other governmental agencies using these systems, including specific provisions for data collection, retention, and protection of individual privacy. Key provisions include mandating that ALPRs can only be used for specific authorized purposes, such as active criminal investigations, locating stolen vehicles, or apprehending individuals with outstanding warrants, while prohibiting their use for discriminatory purposes or targeting individuals exercising First Amendment rights. The bill requires law enforcement agencies to maintain detailed logs of ALPR usage, create annual reports documenting system use, and conduct internal audits to ensure compliance. Additionally, the legislation mandates that captured plate data must be encrypted, retained for a limited time (generally 90 days), and can only be used for specific authorized purposes. Starting July 1, 2025, governmental entities using ALPRs must submit annual reports to the State Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice, which will then compile and publish a comprehensive overview of ALPR usage across the state. Violations of these provisions can result in criminal misdemeanor charges and potential disciplinary action for government employees.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies and establishes requirements for the use of automatic license plate reader systems.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kristen Chevrier (R)*, Dan McCay (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 32
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0492 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Drinking Water Utilities Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive security requirements for community water systems in Utah, focusing on protecting drinking water infrastructure from potential cybersecurity threats and physical vulnerabilities. The bill requires water systems serving 10,000 or more people to complete a detailed security plan by December 31, 2025, and smaller systems by July 1, 2026, with annual updates thereafter. These security plans must include specific measures such as regularly updating software, maintaining network protections, implementing secure authentication practices, providing annual cybersecurity training to employees, conducting internal security vulnerability assessments, and ensuring proper access controls. Water systems must also report any security breaches within two hours to the Utah Cyber Center, which will then notify the state division. The director of the water resources division is tasked with providing technical resources and information to help water systems develop these security plans. Additionally, the division must submit an annual report to legislative committees detailing security incidents and recommending potential legislative actions or funding to improve water system security. The bill also amends existing records protection laws to classify security plan details and incident reports as protected records, preventing public disclosure that could compromise system safety.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses security at drinking water facilities.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Colin Jack (R)*, Heidi Balderree (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0466 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act, which establishes requirements for businesses to file pre-merger notifications with the state attorney general. The bill defines key terms related to pre-merger notifications, including the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act (a federal antitrust law), and requires businesses to electronically file their Hart-Scott-Rodino forms with the attorney general if they meet certain criteria, such as having their principal place of business in Utah or generating significant annual sales in the state. The bill mandates strict confidentiality for these filings, with the attorney general prohibited from disclosing the forms and related materials except under specific circumstances, such as administrative proceedings or when sharing information with federal agencies or other states with similar confidentiality protections. The attorney general is given 30 days (or 15 days for cash tender offers) to take action on a pre-merger notification and can impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day for non-compliance. Importantly, the law will only take effect once 20 other states have passed substantially similar legislation, ensuring a uniform approach to pre-merger notifications across multiple states.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill enacts the Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jordan Teuscher (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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NH bill #HB254 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Relative to options for end of life care.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the New Hampshire End of Life Freedom Act, which creates a comprehensive legal framework for medical aid in dying for terminally ill adults. The legislation allows qualified individuals (defined as mentally capable adults with a terminal condition and prognosis of 6 months or less to live) to request medical aid-in-dying medications from health care providers. To qualify, patients must make a voluntary, informed request, undergo evaluation by both an attending and consulting health care provider, demonstrate mental capacity, and be able to self-administer the medication. The bill includes extensive safeguards, such as a 48-hour waiting period, requirements for patient education, and mandatory reporting of medication prescriptions. Healthcare providers and entities are protected from criminal or civil liability when participating in good faith, and they can also choose to opt out of providing aid in dying based on conscience. The bill explicitly prohibits euthanasia, mercy killing, or involuntary administration of medications, and ensures that death certificates will list the underlying terminal condition rather than the medication use. The law is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to provide terminally ill patients with a dignified option to end their life peacefully under strict medical supervision.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes a procedure for an individual with terminal illness to receive medical aid-in-dying medication. The bill establishes criteria for the prescription of such medication and establishes reporting requirements and penalties for misuse or noncompliance.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Bob Lynn (R)*, Marjorie Smith (D), Bill Bolton (D), David Paige (D), Eric Turer (D), Steve Woodcock (D), Mike Bordes (R), David Milz (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Minority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate
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UT bill #HB0460 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Disclosures Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new requirements for elected officials in Utah regarding travel disclosures involving foreign entities. The legislation defines key terms such as "foreign entity" (which includes foreign governments or organizations controlled by foreign governments), "agent" (an official or individual acting on behalf of a foreign entity), and "travel" (transportation or lodging outside of Utah). Elected officials must now disclose any travel provided by a foreign entity or its agent within 31 days of traveling, receiving travel funds, or becoming aware of the travel's origin. The disclosure must be submitted to the lieutenant governor and include the official's name, travel dates, and the names of the foreign entities involved. The bill provides some exceptions, such as not requiring disclosure for travel that is canceled or for which funds are returned, or travel undertaken before the official knew its origin. Importantly, these disclosures will be made publicly available within one business day of filing, ensuring transparency in government travel. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, giving officials and government agencies time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill requires the disclosure of travel provided to an elected official by a foreign entity or an agent of a foreign entity.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Candice Pierucci (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0543 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Controlled Substance Licensing Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new controlled substance certification system for practitioners in Utah, replacing the existing licensing framework for controlled substances. The bill introduces a "certified practitioner" designation, which will require practitioners to obtain a controlled substance certification from the Division of Professional Licensing beginning July 1, 2025. To obtain and maintain this certification, practitioners must have an active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration and complete 3.5 continuing education hours per licensing period specifically related to controlled substance prescribing. The certification will be valid for three years and will be required for practitioners who want to distribute, dispense, prescribe, or administer controlled substances. The bill also makes numerous technical amendments to various sections of Utah law related to controlled substances, including updating definitions, modifying prescription guidelines, and adjusting penalties for controlled substance-related offenses. Additionally, the bill repeals several existing sections of law related to controlled substance education and licensing, streamlining the regulatory approach to controlled substance management in the state. These changes aim to improve oversight, enhance practitioner education, and maintain public safety in the management and distribution of controlled substances.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill makes changes concerning the licensing requirements related to controlled substances.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Raymond Ward (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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TX bill #SB2080 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Relating to the records, management, and taxation of navigation districts and certain port and harbor facilities.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to laws governing navigation districts, port authorities, and related entities. It allows navigation districts and port authorities to establish alternative electronic record storage and retention standards, provided these standards do not reduce legally mandated retention periods. The bill increases the threshold for routine purchases and contracts from $100,000 to $500,000 for port commissions and boards of trustees, giving these entities more purchasing flexibility. Additionally, the bill exempts navigation districts and port authorities from certain governmental entity definitions and expands the definition of "navigation-related commerce" for tax purposes to include activities like cruise ship terminal operations and specific transportation-related activities. The bill also modifies closed meeting recording requirements, specifically eliminating the mandatory recording of meetings deliberating security measures, including cybersecurity measures, for navigation districts and port authorities. These changes aim to provide more administrative flexibility and operational autonomy for navigation districts and port authorities. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the records, management, and taxation of navigation districts and certain port and harbor facilities.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 03/08/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Alvarado (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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UT bill #HB0558 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Local Government Drug Testing Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Utah's local government drug testing regulations by updating definitions and procedures for drug testing of employees and volunteers. The bill replaces the term "saliva" with "oral fluid" in sample types and modifies testing requirements to allow for blood, breath, oral fluid, and hair samples instead of just oral or urine samples. The legislation maintains that local government entities and higher education institutions must have a written drug testing policy that is distributed to employees and volunteers, and specifies detailed requirements for sample collection, testing, and verification. The bill ensures that drug testing must be conducted by independent, certified laboratories, with scientifically accepted methods, and includes protections for donor privacy and opportunities for donors to provide relevant medical information. Key changes include allowing more types of sample testing, clarifying cost-sharing for retest samples, and specifying that drug testing for current employees and volunteers will be considered work time and paid for by the employer. The bill takes effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to provide a comprehensive and fair framework for drug testing in local government and higher education settings.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to drug testing by government entities.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Cory Maloy (R)*, Evan Vickers (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0509 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Specialized Product Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive amendments to Utah's laws related to specialized products, specifically kratom and cannabinoid products. The bill expands the definition of "food" to include kratom products and establishes new regulatory requirements for kratom processors, including restrictions on product composition such as limiting 7-hydroxymitragynine levels to 2% of alkaloid composition and prohibiting synthetic alkaloids. The legislation creates a new licensing and taxation framework for specialized products, which now includes both cannabinoid and kratom products, with a 5.3% tax rate on retail sales. The bill requires retailers to obtain a three-year license to sell specialized products and mandates that they collect and remit taxes quarterly. The State Tax Commission will maintain a public list of licensed retailers and can impose penalties for non-compliance. Revenue from the specialized product tax will be deposited into a restricted account that can be used for enforcement of hemp, cannabinoid, and kratom consumer protection laws, as well as supporting the Industrial Hemp Grant Program. Additionally, the bill makes various technical amendments to align tax and administrative provisions across different sections of Utah state law. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, with some specific sections related to kratom becoming effective on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to specialized products.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jen Dailey-Provost (D)*, Evan Vickers (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0408 • Last Action 03/07/2025
School Board Referendum Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous amendments to Utah's laws regarding local referendums, primarily expanding the referendum process to include school districts and local school tax laws. The key provisions include allowing school district referendums, creating new signature requirements for school district referendum petitions, and modifying various procedural aspects of the referendum process to accommodate school districts. Specifically, the bill adds school districts to existing referendum processes, such as creating voter participation areas, preparing proposition information pamphlets, and establishing ballot procedures. The amendments also clarify definitions related to local laws and tax laws, including introducing the term "local school tax law" to distinguish school district tax-related actions. The changes aim to provide school district residents with similar referendum rights currently available to county and municipal residents, giving them the ability to challenge local school board actions through a voter referendum process. The bill appears to be a comprehensive update to Utah's local referendum laws, ensuring consistent treatment of school districts alongside other local government entities. The effective date of the bill is set for May 7, 2025, allowing time for implementation and preparation by local jurisdictions.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to local referendums.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rex Shipp (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0512 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Judicial Retention Changes
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the judicial retention evaluation process by updating several key provisions related to how judicial performance is reviewed and reported. The bill requires the Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission to compile a retention report for judges at least 45 days before their retention election, with specific guidelines about when such reports become public records. The bill allows judges who receive an unfavorable or favorable evaluation to provide a written response or request an interview with the commission within 15 days of receiving their report. The retention report must include survey results, information about the judge's compliance with certification standards, any public discipline, a narrative about performance, and the commission's determination about the judge's retention. The bill also mandates that the commission conduct a public education campaign to inform people about their evaluation process and make reports publicly available online. Additionally, the bill requires the commission to provide a summary of judicial performance evaluations to the lieutenant governor for voter information pamphlets and to the Judicial Council. The bill includes a fiscal appropriation of $14,400 for the Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission and is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses judicial retention.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Karianne Lisonbee (R)*, Chris Wilson (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0450 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Victim Privacy Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows victims of crimes to request that their initials be used instead of their full name in publicly available criminal justice documents, starting July 1, 2025. Specifically, the bill enables victims to have their initials used in charging documents and other filings created by various criminal justice entities, including prosecuting agencies, courts, law enforcement, juvenile justice services, corrections departments, and parole boards. A "publicly available" document is defined as one that is accessible to the general public or can be obtained upon request, even if a fee is required. The entities are required to maintain a list or database of victim names corresponding to the used initials, which can be accessed through a court order. This provision aims to provide additional privacy protection for crime victims by preventing their full names from being widely disclosed in criminal justice documentation, while still allowing their identities to be traced if legally necessary. The bill will take effect on May 7, 2025, giving government agencies time to prepare for implementing this new victim privacy measure.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill allows a victim of a crime to have the victim's initials used instead of the victim's name in publicly available criminal justice documents.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Sahara Hayes (D)*, Stephanie Pitcher (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0092 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Golf Course Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses water use and management of golf courses in Utah through two main components. First, it requires the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water and Air at Utah State University to conduct a comprehensive study on water usage by golf courses, focusing on identifying best practices for water conservation across Utah's diverse geographical regions. The study will involve surveying water usage practices, determining water consumption, analyzing irrigable areas, and recommending water-saving methods. The institute will collaborate with golf industry stakeholders, including organizations like Golf Alliance Utah and the Utah Golf Course Superintendents Association, and will provide a report to the Legislative Water Development Commission by June 30, 2028, without identifying specific golf courses. Second, the bill mandates that the Division of State Parks develop a master plan for state-owned golf courses, addressing capital facilities and water use/conservation, with a requirement to report to legislative committees by November 2026. The bill provides detailed definitions of golf courses and allows both state-owned and privately-owned golf courses to participate in the study, though participation is mandatory for state-owned courses. The legislation is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to promote more sustainable water management in golf course operations.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses water use by and management of golf courses.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dan McCay (R)*, Jon Hawkins (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 29
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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RI bill #H5830 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Requires that any covered entity that develops/provides online services, products, or features that children are reasonably likely to access shall consider the best interest of children when designing/developing such online service, product, or feature.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires online service providers, products, and features that children are likely to access to design their digital offerings with children's best interests in mind. Specifically, the legislation creates an "Age-Appropriate Design Code" that applies to covered entities (businesses meeting certain revenue or data processing thresholds) that collect or process personal data. The bill mandates that these entities conduct comprehensive data protection impact assessments for online services likely to be used by children, focusing on avoiding potential harm such as financial injury, discriminatory treatment, or privacy intrusions. Covered entities must configure default privacy settings to high levels of protection, provide clear and age-appropriate privacy information, and offer tools for children or parents to manage privacy rights. The bill prohibits practices like profiling children by default, processing unnecessary personal data, and using manipulative design techniques ("dark patterns"). Enforcement is through the attorney general, who can impose civil penalties of up to $2,500 per child for negligent violations and $7,500 per child for intentional violations. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action for individuals. The legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to provide stronger digital protections for children by requiring companies to proactively consider potential risks in their online services and products.
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Bill Summary: This act would require that any covered entity that develops and provides online services, products, or features that children are reasonably likely to access shall consider the best interest of children when designing and developing such online service, product, or feature. The provisions of this chapter may be enforced by the attorney general and violators are subject to civil penalties. This act would take effect on January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Megan Cotter (D)*, Tina Spears (D), Michelle McGaw (D), Lauren Carson (D), Michael Chippendale (R), Teresa Tanzi (D), Justine Caldwell (D), Rebecca Kislak (D), Joseph McNamara (D), Marie Hopkins (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Committee transferred to House Innovation, Internet, & Technology
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UT bill #SB0213 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Sales and Use Tax Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts a sales and use tax exemption for operators of qualifying energy storage manufacturing facilities in Utah. Specifically, the bill creates a new exemption that applies to purchases of tangible personal property that will be incorporated into energy storage equipment or devices, as well as machinery, equipment, and replacement parts used exclusively in the operation of a qualifying energy storage manufacturing facility. A "qualifying energy storage manufacturing facility" is defined as a facility located in Utah that manufactures equipment or devices designed to store and discharge electrical power. The tax exemption would take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a financial incentive for businesses involved in manufacturing energy storage technology to establish or expand operations in the state. By offering this targeted tax break, the bill aims to support the growth of the energy storage manufacturing sector in Utah.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill enacts a sales and use tax exemption for operators of facilities that manufacture energy storage devices or equipment.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Jefferson Moss (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 36
• Last Amended: 03/08/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ enrolled bill to Printing in Senate Secretary
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UT bill #SB0225 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Government Records Access and Management Act Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Government Records Access and Management Act by making several key changes related to the handling of private, controlled, and protected records. Specifically, the bill adds a new section (Section 63G-2-805) that provides a protocol for handling inadvertent disclosures of sensitive records. Under the new provisions, if a public employee accidentally discloses a record they believed was properly classified, they must promptly notify the recipient of the improper disclosure. The recipient is then required to immediately destroy or return all copies of the record and is still subject to potential criminal penalties if they further disclose the information. The bill also modifies the criminal penalties section (Section 63G-2-801) to clarify that an inadvertent disclosure does not automatically result in criminal charges for the public employee, provided they act in good faith and notify the recipient. Additionally, the bill adds a new protected record category related to final architectural building plans that bear an architect's seal when submitted to a government entity. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to provide clearer guidelines and protections for government employees handling sensitive records.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions of the Government Records and Access Management Act.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Keith Grover (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0163 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Government Records Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive amendments to Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), focusing on improving record management, classification, and access procedures. The bill introduces several key changes, including expanding the State Records Committee's membership to include a law enforcement professional, modifying record request and appeal processes, and adding new requirements for governmental entities regarding records management and employee training. Specifically, the bill requires governmental entities to annually review and update their records retention requirements, develop a one-page summary of legal requirements related to records for employees, and provide annual training on records retention policies. The bill also clarifies definitions, updates time frames for record requests and appeals, and adds provisions to prevent intentional destruction of records during pending records requests. Additionally, the bill makes technical corrections to various sections of Utah law related to government records, such as adjusting references and numbering. The changes aim to enhance transparency, improve government records management, and provide clearer guidelines for both governmental entities and citizens seeking access to public records. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to the Government Records Access and Management Act.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Wayne Harper (R)*, Matt MacPherson (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0148 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Court Fees and Administration Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to Utah's court administration and fee structures. It updates provisions related to sheriff's responsibilities for court bailiffs, clarifying that the state court administrator can contract with county sheriffs or other law enforcement agencies for court security services. The bill modifies the Judicial Council's fine schedule, removing a separate juvenile court fine schedule and giving courts more discretion in imposing fines. It also expands the compensatory service options for defendants, allowing them to perform community service in lieu of paying fines for certain misdemeanors and infractions. The bill increases fees for various court services, such as raising the Online Court Assistance Program filing fee from $20 to $60 and adjusting expungement fees. Additionally, it makes technical changes to how court security funds are allocated, broadening the scope of courts covered by security funding. The bill also updates terminology around bail and fine remittance throughout various sections of law. These changes aim to streamline court administrative processes, provide more flexibility in fine and fee structures, and potentially make court services more accessible to individuals who may struggle to pay standard fees.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to fees and various administrative procedures of the Utah court system.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Todd Weiler (R)*, Andrew Stoddard (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0143 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Legislative Activities Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several amendments to various sections of Utah state law related to legislative activities, management, and governance. The bill modifies provisions concerning the Legislative Management Committee (LMC), changing its responsibilities and streamlining its administrative functions. Key changes include expanding the LMC's oversight of branch-wide administrative matters, such as establishing personnel management policies and compensation guidelines for legislative staff. The bill also updates harassment policies for lobbyists, replacing separate Senate and House policies with a unified LMC workplace discrimination and harassment policy. Additionally, the legislation adjusts the distribution responsibilities of legislative publications, removing the requirement to print the Utah Code Annotated. The bill clarifies that legislative summaries prepared by staff are not considered part of the official legislation and cannot be used as evidence of legislative intent. Several existing sections of law related to the Legislative Management Committee are repealed, and the bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, unless approved earlier by a two-thirds majority vote in both legislative chambers. The changes aim to modernize and simplify legislative administrative processes and governance.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to the Legislative Management Committee (LMC), the State Capitol Preservation Board, and the Legislature.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike McKell (R)*, Val Peterson (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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TX bill #HB1025 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Relating to the appointment of an inspector general for education, the creation of a division of inspector general for education in the State Board of Education to investigate public education, and the authority of the commissioner of education to conduct special investigations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new Division of Inspector General for Education within the State Board of Education, which will have broad investigative powers over public education entities in Texas. The division will be led by an inspector general appointed by the board, with responsibilities to investigate fraud, waste, abuse, and various legal violations in school districts, charter schools, and other local education agencies. The inspector general will have significant authority to conduct civil and administrative investigations, issue subpoenas, review school records, attend meetings, and refer matters to law enforcement. Key areas of investigation include educator misconduct, parental rights, school safety, student discipline, and potential civil rights violations. The bill also provides the inspector general with the power to prescribe corrective actions and requires an annual public report detailing the division's findings and recommendations. Additionally, the bill modifies existing education code provisions to give parents the ability to appeal certain student disciplinary placement decisions to the new inspector general division and grants the commissioner of education additional flexibility in authorizing special investigations. The overall aim appears to be increasing oversight, accountability, and transparency in Texas public education.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the appointment of an inspector general for education, the creation of a division of inspector general for education in the State Board of Education to investigate public education, and the authority of the commissioner of education to conduct special investigations.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Matt Shaheen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Public Education
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KY bill #HB711 • Last Action 03/07/2025
AN ACT relating to postsecondary education.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several modifications to Kentucky's postsecondary education governance and administrative structure. It removes references to the Strategic Committee on Postsecondary Education and the P-16 council (a local education alignment group), effectively eliminating these entities. The bill requires Senate confirmation for gubernatorial appointees to university boards of regents before they can serve, which adds an additional layer of oversight to board appointments. It also updates various sections of Kentucky law to remove outdated definitions and streamline language related to postsecondary education institutions. The legislation removes the Council on Postsecondary Education's ability to postpone program approvals based on equal educational opportunity goals and attaches the Board of Student Body Presidents to the Council for administrative purposes. Additionally, the bill repeals several statutes related to the Strategic Committee on Postsecondary Education, the STEM Initiative Task Force, and local P-16 councils, signaling a consolidation and simplification of educational governance structures. These changes aim to modernize and potentially streamline Kentucky's approach to managing and coordinating postsecondary education.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 164.001 to remove the definition of "committee" and "P-16 council"; amend KRS 164.013 to conform; amend KRS 164.020 to remove the Council on Postsecondary Education's ability to postpone approval of new programs due to an institution's unmet equal educational opportunity goals; amend KRS 164.0211 to attach the Board of Student Body Presidents to the Council on Postsecondary Education for administration and organization purposes; amend KRS 164.321 to require Senate confirmation of gubernatorial appointees to the boards of regents of the comprehensive universities and the Kentucky Community and Technical College System prior to an appointee serving on a board; amend various other sections to conform; repeal KRS 164.004, 164.0285, 164.0286, 164.0287, 164.0288, and 164.033.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Shane Baker (R)*, James Tipton (R), Jennifer Decker (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: to Education (S)
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UT bill #SB0130 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Firearm and Firearm Accessory Modifications
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses various aspects of firearm and firearm accessory regulations in Utah, with several key provisions. The bill introduces new restrictions on gas-operated semiautomatic firearms and large-capacity ammunition feeding devices, making it unlawful to import, sell, manufacture, transfer, receive, or possess such items after January 1, 2027, with some exceptions for law enforcement, government entities, and individuals who lawfully possessed these items before the effective date. The bill also requires registration of gas-operated semiautomatic firearms possessed before the cutoff date, mandates that manufacturers mark certain firearms for official use only, and creates new penalties for violations. Additionally, the bill modifies existing laws related to firearm background checks, waiting periods, and dealer requirements, such as implementing a five-day waiting period for firearm purchases and requiring dealers to post a warning about firearm storage. The bill also makes technical changes to various sections of Utah law related to firearms, including definitions, restrictions on firearm possession for certain individuals, and penalties for firearm-related offenses. The new regulations aim to enhance public safety by limiting access to certain types of firearms and ammunition feeding devices while providing mechanisms for legal ownership and transfer.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses firearms and firearm accessories.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nate Blouin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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RI bill #S0740 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Creates process for individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a voluntary firearm restriction program that allows individuals to temporarily or indefinitely limit their own ability to purchase or possess firearms as a suicide prevention measure. Under the proposed law, an individual can request to be placed on either a temporary list (lasting 180 days) or an indefinite list, which would prevent them from buying or possessing firearms. To be added to the list, the person must complete a form either in person at a local law enforcement agency or through a healthcare provider, providing personal information and signing an acknowledgment of the restrictions. For the temporary list, the individual can request removal after 30 days, while the indefinite list requires a 90-day waiting period before removal. If the person has a concealed carry permit, it will be suspended while on the list. All records related to the voluntary restriction will be kept confidential and destroyed upon the individual's removal from the list or expiration of the temporary restriction period. The bill aims to provide a proactive tool for individuals who are concerned about their mental health or potential risk of self-harm to voluntarily restrict their access to firearms.
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Bill Summary: This act would create a process for an individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms. The individual may also request removal from the restricted list and all individual records related to the person's inclusion on the list would be destroyed and not subject to the access to public records act. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 03/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Bridget Valverde (D)*, Pam Lauria (D), Val Lawson (D), Alana DiMario (D), Linda Ujifusa (D), Melissa Murray (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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UT bill #HB0215 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Office of Legislative Auditor General Provisions
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the provisions governing the Office of the Legislative Auditor General, expanding and clarifying its duties, powers, and operational guidelines. The bill establishes the Legislative Auditor General as a permanent staff office for the Legislature with constitutional authority to conduct comprehensive audits, investigations, and reviews of government organizations and entities receiving public funds. Key provisions include allowing the office to review and monitor the Utah System of Higher Education, establishing processes for tracking audit recommendations, and providing the auditor general with enhanced investigatory powers such as issuing subpoenas and accessing organizational records. The bill also clarifies the office's responsibilities for reporting findings, maintaining professional independence, and protecting the confidentiality of certain audit-related information. Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for background checks on office employees and creates detailed protocols for how entities must respond to audit findings, including requiring chief officers to develop implementation plans and provide semi-annual updates on recommendation progress. The effective date of the bill is May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions governing the duties and powers of the legislative auditor general.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jeff Burton (R)*, Stephanie Pitcher (D)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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RI bill #S0742 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Updates public records administration act, modifies records control schedule, designates records officer, establishes procedures for retention of records. Provides administrator submit yearly reports, establishes public reporting compliance.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Rhode Island's Public Records Administration Act to modernize and clarify the management of public records across state and local government agencies. The bill establishes a more comprehensive framework for records management by defining new terms like "electronic records" and "records series", expanding the duties of the public records administrator, and creating formal procedures for records retention, transfer, and disposal. Key provisions include requiring agencies to designate a records officer by 2026, establishing procedures for transferring records to the state archives after 20 years, mandating annual reports on records management compliance, and providing the administrator with legal authority to seek injunctions for violations. The bill also adds provisions for creating electronic records, maintaining records centers, and establishing a public research room where archived records can be studied. Additionally, the legislation empowers the public records administrator to provide technical assistance to agencies, develop training programs, create records management standards, and facilitate the preservation of records with permanent historical or legal value. The changes aim to improve government transparency, efficiency, and the systematic management of public records across Rhode Island's governmental bodies.
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Bill Summary: This act would update the public records administration act by designating a public records administrator, amending the definition of records, adding various definitions to include, electronic, records series, state archivist, and retention, modifying a records control schedule, designating a records officer and establish procedures for the retention of public records and their transfer after twenty (20) years to the state archives. It would also provide that a research room be established for research of records, that the administrator submit yearly reports, provide certified copies, approve emergency destruction of public records and perform other functions and duties as the secretary of state may direct. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 03/07/2025
• Added: 03/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Murray (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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UT bill #SB0311 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Sales and Use Tax Exemptions Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes a series of technical amendments to the Utah Code related to sales and use tax definitions, primarily updating and renumbering various sections. The key changes include: Adding a new definition for "Electric storage facility" as a facility that stores electricity with a capacity of two megawatts or greater, regardless of whether it is connected to an electric grid or located on the premises of an electricity consumer. The bill also updates several cross-references throughout the existing definitions to account for the addition of this new term, which involves systematically adjusting section numbers to maintain the logical sequence of definitions. The bill makes these technical corrections across multiple subsections of the Utah Code related to sales and use tax, ensuring that internal references remain accurate after the addition of new definitions. The changes appear to be primarily organizational in nature, designed to maintain the clarity and coherence of the existing tax code. The bill is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and taxpayers ample time to prepare for the updated definitions and cross-references.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses sales and use tax exemptions.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Evan Vickers (R)*, Paul Cutler (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #HB0133 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Dangerous Weapons Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes numerous technical amendments to Utah's weapons laws, primarily by reorganizing and renumbering existing statutes related to firearms and dangerous weapons. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill comprehensively reorganizes Utah's weapons statutes, moving many provisions from Title 76, Chapter 10 (Weapons) to a new Title 76, Chapter 11 (Weapons). The bill makes several important changes, including updating definitions for terms like "firearm," "dangerous weapon," and "restricted person," and establishing two categories of restricted persons (Category I and Category II) with different restrictions and penalties for possessing weapons. The bill clarifies rules around carrying firearms, including provisions for individuals under 21 years old, and creates new sections dealing with selling weapons to restricted persons. It also updates references to weapons offenses across multiple sections of Utah law, such as juvenile court proceedings, criminal background checks, and expungement procedures. The bill maintains existing protections around weapons in sensitive locations like schools and airports, while providing more detailed guidelines for weapon possession and transfer. Additionally, the bill includes technical amendments to ensure consistency across different sections of Utah law, particularly in how weapons-related offenses are defined and prosecuted.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses statutes throughout the Utah Code dealing with dangerous weapons.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Karianne Lisonbee (R)*, Scott Sandall (R), Doug Fiefia (R), Matt MacPherson (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House/ filed in House file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0288 • Last Action 03/07/2025
Employment Investigation Records Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Utah's government records access and management laws to establish new rules for handling records related to alleged employment or workplace misconduct in government entities. The bill defines "record of alleged employment or workplace misconduct" broadly, including any documents related to reports or investigations of unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation involving government employees. It creates a detailed framework for when and how such records can be disclosed, with significant protections for the privacy of individuals involved. The bill requires redaction of identifying information for victims and witnesses, and establishes specific conditions under which these records can be released. For example, records cannot be released while an investigation is active, and even after an investigation, many details remain confidential. The goal appears to be balancing transparency with protecting the privacy and potential vulnerability of individuals involved in sensitive workplace misconduct allegations. The new provisions aim to encourage reporting of misconduct by ensuring that individuals' identities and sensitive personal information are carefully protected. The bill will take effect on May 7, 2025.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions relating to certain employment records of alleged misconduct.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Stephanie Pitcher (D)*, Stephanie Gricius (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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UT bill #SB0285 • Last Action 03/07/2025
County Auditor Amendments
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies numerous sections of Utah county government law to replace references to "county auditor" with "county finance officer", which is defined as either the elected county auditor or a person selected by the county council to provide accounting services to the county. The bill makes comprehensive changes across multiple statutes related to financial administration, clarifying that in counties where accounting services have been delegated, the finance officer can perform duties previously assigned to the county auditor. Key provisions include allowing county councils to delegate accounting services to the county executive, county manager, or a department officer under certain conditions, and specifying that the county finance officer is responsible for tasks like preparing financial reports, reviewing claims, maintaining financial records, and issuing warrants. The bill aims to provide more flexibility in how counties manage their financial operations while maintaining proper oversight and accountability. The changes will take effect on May 7, 2025, giving counties time to adapt to the new terminology and potential restructuring of financial responsibilities.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses provisions related to county auditors and the delegation of accounting services.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/17/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike McKell (R)*, David Shallenberger (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ filed in Senate file for bills not passed
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KS bill #HB2110 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Eliminating the requirement that the state 911 board shall contract with a local collection point administrator for services, rescheduling the date on which the state 911 operations fund, state 911 grant fund and state 911 fund shall be established, requiring certain transfers to be made to the state 911 operations fund and rescheduling the date for transferring all 911 fee moneys currently held outside the state treasury to the state treasury.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Kansas's 911 emergency communication services law by eliminating the requirement that the state 911 board contract with a local collection point administrator (LCPA), and instead transfers several key administrative responsibilities directly to the state 911 board. The bill reschedules the establishment of three state funds (911 operations fund, 911 grant fund, and 911 fund) and changes how 911 fees are collected and distributed. Specifically, the bill requires providers to remit 911 fees directly to the state 911 board, mandates that $.23 of each 911 fee be credited to the state 911 operations fund, $.01 to the state 911 grant fund, and the remaining amount to the state 911 fund. If the 911 operations fund exceeds 15% of total fees collected over three years, the excess will be transferred to the grant fund. The bill also allows the state 911 board to transfer unencumbered funds from the operations fund to the grant fund annually and sets January 1, 2026, as the effective date for most of these changes, with some provisions taking effect earlier on July 1, 2025. The legislation aims to streamline the administration of 911 emergency services and create more transparent and efficient fund management.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning emergency communication services; relating to the Kansas 911 act; eliminating the requirement that the state 911 board shall contract with a local collection point administrator for services; rescheduling the date on which the state 911 operations fund, state 911 grant fund and state 911 fund shall be established in the state treasury; rescheduling the date on which all moneys collected pursuant to the Kansas 911 act are to be transferred to the state treasury; requiring certain transfers to be made to the state 911 operations fund; authorizing the state 911 board to transfer annually any unencumbered moneys of the state 911 operations fund to the state 911 grant fund; amending K.S.A. 12-5363, as amended by section 11 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5367, as amended by section 15 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5368, as amended by section 18 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5369, as amended by section 19 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5370, as amended by section 20 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5372, as amended by section 22 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 12-5374, as amended by section 25 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, and 12-5375, as amended by section 28 of chapter 53 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 12-5377, 12- 5387, 12-5388, 12-5389 and 12-5390 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee Report recommending bill be passed as amended by Committee on Utilities
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FL bill #H0623 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Pub. Rec./County and City Administrators and Managers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for the personal identifying and location information of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers. Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of these local government officials, as well as the names, addresses, contact information, photographs, and places of employment of their spouses and children. The bill also shields the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. This exemption is designed to protect these officials and their families from potential targeting or harassment due to the nature of their work, which may involve making decisions that upset members of the public. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed by the Legislature. The bill includes a provision that allows the officials to request the release of their own information if desired, and it will take effect on July 1, 2025. The justification for the exemption emphasizes the potential for personal safety risks and the possibility of revenge-motivated actions against these public servants and their families.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers, including the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Anne Gerwig (R)*, Hillary Cassel (R)*, Dan Daley (D), Danny Nix (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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NY bill #A06575 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Requires investigation and autopsy of suspicious deaths where the deceased individual had an identifiable history of being victimized by domestic violence.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new requirements for investigating suspicious deaths of individuals with a documented history of domestic violence. The legislation defines key terms such as "domestic violence" (based on existing criminal procedure law), "identifiable history of being victimized by domestic violence" (requiring corroborative evidence like police reports or restraining orders), and clarifies definitions of family members, close friends, and partners. When law enforcement identifies a deceased person with such a history and encounters at least three specific conditions—including premature death, suspicious death scene, relationship tension, history of coercive control, or death occurring in a residence—they must conduct a comprehensive investigation. This includes interviewing family members and close relatives about the domestic violence history and mandating a complete autopsy. The bill also ensures that family members and close friends have access to victim support services during the investigation. Furthermore, if local law enforcement closes a case without determining it a homicide, the decedent's family or legal counsel can request investigation records and seek a second autopsy opinion from a board-certified forensic pathologist. The legislation aims to provide more thorough and compassionate investigations of potential domestic violence-related deaths, ensuring that such cases receive appropriate scrutiny and support for the victim's loved ones.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to the investigation of suspicious deaths and domestic violence
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Amy Paulin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: referred to codes
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NY bill #A06613 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Permits records required to be disclosed under the freedom of information law to have exempt parts of such documents be redacted before disclosure.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to clarify the process for handling records requested under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). Specifically, the bill allows government agencies to redact or withhold portions of a record that are exempt from disclosure while still releasing the remaining portions of the document that can be legally shared. Previously, agencies were required to make all records available for public inspection, with some exceptions. The new provision explicitly states that when a record contains both exempt and non-exempt sections, agencies can remove or block out the exempt portions while disclosing the rest of the document. The bill emphasizes that denials of access cannot be based solely on the type of record and must have a specific, particularized justification. This change aims to promote transparency by ensuring that as much information as possible is made available to the public, while still protecting sensitive or confidential information that is legally exempt from disclosure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to permitting records required to be disclosed under the freedom of information law to have exempt parts of such documents be redacted before disclosure
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : John McDonald (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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SC bill #H4166 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Levonorgestrel/Plan B distribution in public schools
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to require all public middle and high schools in South Carolina to provide emergency contraception (specifically Levonorgestrel/Plan B) to students without parental consent. The bill defines Plan B as a one-dose medication containing 1.5 milligrams of levonorgestrel, intended to prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure. Schools must maintain a secure supply of the medication, which can be dispensed by a school nurse or designated administrator during school hours. The distribution process must protect student privacy, and students will receive educational information about the medication's use and potential risks. School nurses or administrators must receive training on proper administration and maintain a confidential log of medication distribution. The State Department of Education will provide training, conduct annual program reviews, and develop necessary regulations. The bill provides legal immunity for schools, districts, and personnel involved in distributing Plan B, with exceptions for gross negligence or intentional misconduct. All school districts must implement these requirements before the 2026-2027 school year, and the act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 59-63-92 So As To Provide A Safe, Effective, And Timely Option For Students To Prevent Unintended Pregnancies By Ensuring That All Public Middle And High School Students In This State Have Access To Levonorgestrel/plan B, An Emergency Contraceptive, Through The School Nurse Or, In The Absence Of A School Nurse, Another Designated Administrator, To Provide Definitions, To Provide Requirements For The Distribution Of Levonorgestrel/b Pursuant To This Act, And To Provide Immunity For Parties Involved In Implementing The Provisions Of This Act, Among Other Things.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Oremus (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works
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IL bill #SB0120 • Last Action 03/06/2025
AGING-CCP-DIRECT SRVCE WORKER
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Act on the Aging to improve compensation and working conditions for direct service workers in the Community Care Program. Specifically, the bill mandates a phased increase in the minimum wage for direct service workers, reaching $20 per hour by January 1, 2026. To receive the higher reimbursement rate of $32.75, in-home service providers must certify compliance with the wage increase and submit detailed cost reports. Starting January 1, 2028, providers will be required to spend at least 80% of their total payments for homecare aide services on direct service worker compensation, which includes wages, benefits, and payroll taxes. The bill defines compensation broadly and provides exceptions for certain costs like training and protective equipment. The Department of Aging is authorized to sanction providers who fail to meet these requirements, potentially by closing intake or terminating contracts. This legislation aims to sustain and improve the quality of home care services for seniors by ensuring fair compensation and financial transparency for direct service workers, ultimately supporting the Community Care Program's goal of preventing unnecessary institutionalization and helping older adults remain in their homes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging. In provisions concerning the Community Care Program, provides that, subject to federal approval, on and after January 1, 2026, rates for in-home services shall be increased to $32.75 to sustain a minimum wage of $20 per hour for direct service workers. As a condition of their eligibility for the $32.75 in-home services rate, requires in-home services providers to (i) certify to the Department on Aging that they remain in compliance with the mandated wage increase for direct service workers and (ii) submit cost reports. Provides that fringe benefits shall not be reduced in relation to the rate increases. Provides that beginning January 1, 2028, the Department shall ensure that each in-home service provider spends a minimum of 80% of total payments the provider receives for homecare aide services it furnishes under the Community Care Program on total compensation for direct service workers who furnish those services. Requires the Department to adopt rules on financial reporting and minimum direct service worker costs. Authorizes the Department to sanction a provider that fails to meet the requirements of the amendatory Act. Defines terms.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 7 : Celina Villanueva (D)*, Ram Villivalam (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Dave Koehler (D), Robert Peters (D), Rob Martwick (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Robert F. Martwick
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NE bill #LB362 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Transfer and eliminate provisions of the Emergency Telephone Communications Systems Act and the Enhanced Wireless 911 Services Act and change provisions of the 911 Service System Act
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill consolidates and updates provisions related to 911 emergency communication services in Nebraska. It transfers and eliminates provisions from existing emergency telephone communication acts and modifies the 911 Service System Act. The bill establishes the Public Service Commission as the statewide coordinating authority for 911 services, with responsibilities including planning, implementation, funding, and management of a comprehensive 911 service system. Key provisions include requiring each county to implement next-generation 911 service by July 1, 2026, establishing a 911 Service System Fund, setting wireless carrier surcharges to support 911 services, and creating a 911 Service System Advisory Committee to provide input on implementation and coordination. The bill also includes provisions for creating interoperability between 911 services and the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, ensuring that emergency communication systems can effectively handle various types of calls and support mental health crisis interventions. Additionally, the bill provides liability protections for entities involved in providing 911 services and establishes reporting and compliance requirements for telecommunications providers.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to 911 services; to amend sections 75-132.01, 86-124, 86-125, 86-163, 86-313, 86-429, 86-429.01, 86-432, 86-433, 86-435, 86-436, 86-437, 86-438, 86-439, 86-440, 86-440.01, 86-441, 86-441.01, 86-449.01, 86-456, 86-456.01, 86-457, 86-458, 86-459, 86-460, 86-466, 86-467, 86-468, 86-470, 86-472, 86-802, 86-903, 86-905, 86-1001, 86-1002, 86-1003, 86-1004, 86-1006, 86-1006.01, 86-1007, 86-1011, 86-1012, 86-1013, 86-1014, 86-1015, 86-1017, 86-1018, 86-1019, 86-1020, 86-1021, 86-1022, 86-1023, 86-1024, 86-1024.01, 86-1025, 86-1025.01, 86-1026, 86-1028, 86-1029, 86-1029.01, 86-1029.02, 86-1029.03, 86-1029.04, and 86-1031, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, and sections 75-109.01, 75-126, 75-156, and 77-2703.04, Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024; to define, redefine, and eliminate terms; to transfer and eliminate provisions of the Emergency Telephone Communications Systems Act and the Enhanced Wireless 911 Services Act; to change provisions of the Service System Act; to change provisions relating to powers and duties of the Public Service Commission, the 911 Service System Advisory Committee, the 911 Service System Fund, 911 service surcharges, duties and compensation of wireless carriers, public safety answering points, and county implementation of next-generation 911 service; to eliminate the Enhanced Wireless 911 Advisory Board; to harmonize provisions; to repeal the original sections; and to outright repeal sections 86-420, 86-421, 86-422, 86-423, 86-424, 86-425, 86-426, 86-428, 86-430, 86-431, 86-434, 86-442, 86-443, 86-444, 86-445, 86-446, 86-447, 86-448, 86-449, 86-450, 86-450.01, 86-450.03, 86-451, 86-452, 86-453, 86-454, 86-455, 86-461, 86-462, 86-464, 86-465, 86-466.01, 86-469, 86-1005, 86-1008, 86-1009, 86-1010, 86-1016, and 86-1027, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Wendy DeBoer (NP)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Presented to Governor on March 6, 2025
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MS bill #SB2412 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Insurance Holding Company Act; include NAIC Group Capital Calculation test requirements.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Mississippi Insurance Holding Company Act to include new requirements for group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing for insurance holding companies. The bill requires the ultimate controlling person of insurers registered in Mississippi to file an annual group capital calculation using the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Group Capital Calculation Instructions, with several exemptions for specific types of insurance holding company systems. Additionally, insurers meeting certain scope criteria must file a Liquidity Stress Test, which is designed to assess potential liquidity risks within an insurance holding company system. The bill provides detailed provisions for determining which insurance holding companies are required to submit these filings, including specific exemption criteria. The legislation also adds confidentiality protections for these new filings, specifying that the group capital calculations and liquidity stress test results are regulatory tools for assessing risks and cannot be used to rank insurers. The bill further expands requirements for transactions within holding company systems, including provisions about record ownership, fund control, and supervision in case of financial distress. The new requirements will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving insurance holding companies time to prepare for these additional reporting and compliance obligations.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 83-6-1, 83-6-3, 83-6-5, 83-6-7, 83-6-21 And 83-6-29 To Include Naic Group Capital Calculation And Liquidity Stress Test Requirements In The Insurance Holding Company Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Walter Michel (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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NC bill #S229 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Authorize NIL Agency Contracts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates North Carolina's laws regarding Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) agency contracts for student-athletes by creating new definitions and regulations. The bill introduces specific provisions for NIL agency contracts, distinguishing them from traditional professional sports agency contracts, and establishes requirements for such agreements. Key provisions include mandating that NIL agency contracts contain a warning to student-athletes about consulting with their educational institution, and prohibiting athlete agents who are currently or were recently employed by an educational institution from entering into NIL agency contracts with students at that institution. The bill also adds a public records exemption, meaning that NIL contract records possessed by higher education institutions for compliance review purposes will be kept confidential. Additionally, the bill requires specific disclosures in agency contracts, such as details about compensation, services, contract duration, and potential impacts on athletic eligibility. Athlete agents are still required to register and are prohibited from engaging in deceptive practices like providing false information or offering improper inducements to student-athletes. The legislation aims to provide clearer guidelines and protections for student-athletes entering NIL contracts while maintaining transparency and preventing potential conflicts of interest.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE NAME, IMAGE, AND LIKENESS AGENCY CONTRACTS AND TO EXEMPT CERTAIN NAME, IMAGE, AND LIKENESS CONTRACTS FROM PUBLIC RECORDS REQUIREMENTS.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Amy Galey (R)*, Robert Brinson (R)*, Kevin Corbin (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Re-ref to Education/Higher Education. If fav, re-ref to Judiciary. If fav, re-ref to Rules and Operations of the Senate
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GA bill #SB111 • Last Action 03/06/2025
"Georgia Consumer Privacy Protection Act"; enact
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the Georgia Consumer Privacy Protection Act, a comprehensive data privacy law that establishes new rights for consumers and obligations for businesses handling personal information. The law applies to businesses that conduct business in Georgia, have over $25 million in revenue, and either process personal information of at least 25,000 consumers (with over 50% of revenue from selling personal information) or process information of at least 175,000 consumers. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal information a company has, access that information, correct inaccuracies, delete their personal information, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of data sales, targeted advertising, and certain types of profiling. Companies must provide clear privacy notices, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, and implement reasonable data security practices. The law includes extensive exemptions for certain types of entities and data, such as healthcare providers, financial institutions, and government agencies. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Attorney General, who must provide a 60-day cure period before taking action, with potential civil penalties of up to $7,500 per violation. The law does not create a private right of action for consumers, meaning individuals cannot sue companies directly for violations. The act will become effective on July 1, 2026, and preempts local privacy regulations in Georgia.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commerce and trade, so as to enact the "Georgia Consumer Privacy Protection Act"; to protect the privacy of consumer personal data in this state; to provide for definitions; to provide for applicability; to provide for exemptions for certain entities, data, and uses of data; to provide for consumer rights regarding personal data; to provide for a consumer to exercise such rights by submitting a request to a controller; to provide for a controller to promptly respond to such requests; to provide for exemptions; to provide for responsibilities of processors and controllers; to provide for notice and disclosure; to provide for security practices to protect consumer personal data; to allow a controller to offer different goods or services under certain conditions; to provide for limitations; to provide for statutory construction; to provide for enforcement and penalties; to provide an affirmative defense; to prohibit the disclosure of personal data of consumers to local governments unless pursuant to a subpoena or court order; to provide for preemption of local regulation; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : John Albers (R)*, Max Burns (R)*, Sheikh Rahman (D)*, Shawn Still (R)*, Ed Setzler (R)*, Chuck Payne (R)*, Randy Robertson (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: House Second Readers
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OK bill #SB388 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Students; authorizing students enrolled in charter and virtual charter schools to participate in certain extracurricular activities under certain circumstances. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses the participation of charter and virtual charter school students in extracurricular activities offered by their resident school district. Under the new law, students enrolled in these schools can participate in extracurricular activities only if the activity is not already offered by their charter school and does not have an associated course requirement. Eligibility will be determined by the resident school district's rules and policies, as well as any school athletic association guidelines. The bill defines the "resident school district" as the public school district where the student lives. Additionally, the legislation modifies existing laws to require school athletic associations to have a written policy allowing charter and virtual charter school students to participate in interscholastic activities. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause, which means it can take effect immediately upon passage. This legislation aims to provide more opportunities for students in charter and virtual charter schools to engage in extracurricular activities while maintaining existing district and association guidelines.
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Bill Summary: students - extracurricular activities - eligibility - charter schools - written policy - codification - effective date - emergency
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ally Seifried (R)*, John Kane (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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AR bill #SB179 • Last Action 03/06/2025
To Establish The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Act; And To Create The Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program Premium Tax Fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Strengthen Arkansas Homes Act, which creates a new program within the State Insurance Department to provide financial grants to homeowners and nonprofit organizations for mitigating wind and hail damage to single-family homes. The program will use $12 million annually from insurance premium taxes to fund grants that help homeowners retrofit or construct homes to meet FORTIFIED Home construction standards set by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety. Homeowners must meet specific eligibility requirements, including owning a primary residence with a homestead exemption, hiring certified contractors, and obtaining wind and flood insurance. Insurance companies will be required to offer premium discounts for homes meeting these standards, and an optional policy endorsement will allow homeowners to upgrade their roof during a covered claim. The bill creates a special Strengthen Arkansas Homes Program Premium Tax Fund to manage the program's finances, and specifies that grant funds will be paid directly to contractors after a home receives FORTIFIED certification. The program is not an entitlement and will operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to areas more susceptible to wind and hail damage. The bill becomes effective on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ESTABLISH THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES ACT; TO CREATE THE STRENGTHEN ARKANSAS HOMES PROGRAM PREMIUM TAX FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/03/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Justin Boyd (R)*, Lee Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate Insurance & Commerce (10:00:00 3/6/2025 Room 171)
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IL bill #SB1750 • Last Action 03/06/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption in counties with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants. The bill allows the Chief County Assessment Officer to request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all household members applying for the exemption. It also provides a streamlined renewal process where the Assessment Officer can renew the exemption without a new application if they can confirm that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and continues to meet the household income requirements. When renewing the exemption without an application, the Assessment Officer must notify the applicant of the renewal and remind them of their ongoing obligation to report any changes that might affect their eligibility for the exemption. If the Assessment Officer cannot confirm all elements of the exemption, they must notify the homeowner and provide an opportunity to address any deficiencies. This change aims to simplify the exemption process for senior citizens while maintaining verification procedures to ensure only eligible homeowners receive the tax benefit.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption, provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer in a county with 3,000,000 or more inhabitants may request full social security numbers or individual taxpayer identification numbers for all members of the applicant's household. Provides that the Chief County Assessment Officer may renew the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without a new application if the Chief County Assessment Officer is able to confirm both that the applicant still owns and resides in the property and that applicant's household income qualifies for the exemption. Provides that a Chief County Assessment Officer who renews a low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption without an annual application shall notify the applicant of both the decision to renew the exemption and the applicant's ongoing duty to report changes in the eligibility of the property to receive the exemption.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : Javier Cervantes (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D), Mike Simmons (D), Robert Peters (D), Mattie Hunter (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Celina Villanueva (D), Lakesia Collins (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Mike Simmons
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PA bill #SB372 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Further providing for short title, for definitions and for alternative energy portfolio standards; providing for Zero Emissions Carbon Certificate Program, for solar photovoltaic technology requirements and for decarbonization; and establishing the ZEC Fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Pennsylvania's Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, renaming it the "Energy Future Act" and introducing several significant provisions to promote decarbonization and clean energy. The bill establishes a Zero Emissions Carbon Certificate (ZEC) Program to support nuclear power plants at risk of closure, with the goal of preserving zero-carbon electricity generation. It mandates a gradual decarbonization schedule requiring electric distribution companies to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, starting with a 2.5% reduction by 2024 and targeting 100% reduction by 2052. The bill expands alternative energy source definitions to include advanced nuclear, carbon-constrained energy facilities, and hydrogen generation, and modifies solar photovoltaic technology requirements. It introduces new tiers of alternative energy sources, including carbon-constrained energy sources and advanced nuclear generation, with specific percentage requirements for each tier. The legislation also creates mechanisms for electric distribution companies to purchase ZECs from selected nuclear power plants, with cost recovery through a non-bypassable charge on customer bills, subject to monthly bill impact limits. The bill includes provisions for program review, performance requirements for nuclear plants, and studies to evaluate the program's effectiveness, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to supporting clean energy transition while managing costs and maintaining grid reliability.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), entitled "An act providing for the sale of electric energy generated from renewable and environmentally beneficial sources, for the acquisition of electric energy generated from renewable and environmentally beneficial sources by electric distribution and supply companies and for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission," further providing for short title, for definitions and for alternative energy portfolio standards; providing for Zero Emissions Carbon Certificate Program, for solar photovoltaic technology requirements and for decarbonization; and establishing the ZEC Fund.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Sharif Street (D)*, Carolyn Comitta (D), John Kane (D), Judy Schwank (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
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OK bill #SB275 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Housing; creating the Oklahoma Workforce Housing Commission; authorizing the Oklahoma Workforce Commission to implement certain reports and plans for expansion of affordable housing. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Oklahoma Workforce Housing Commission, a 15-member body created to address housing needs across the state, effective January 1, 2026. The commission will be composed of members appointed by the Governor, Senate President Pro Tempore, and House Speaker, representing diverse backgrounds including urban and rural communities, housing authorities, special populations, and financial institutions. The commission will include ex officio members from state and federal agencies, with eight members required for a quorum and decisions made by majority vote. Members will serve initial two-year terms, then three-year terms thereafter, and will not receive compensation. The commission's primary purpose is to coordinate housing solutions for workers across all income levels and facilitate community economic growth. Additionally, the Oklahoma Workforce Commission is tasked with developing several key initiatives, including a comprehensive housing needs assessment, an annual housing report, a long-term state housing expansion plan, and evaluations of existing housing programs. The commission will also make recommendations to the Legislature about policies and incentives to increase and diversify housing stock. All commission meetings will be subject to Oklahoma's Open Meeting and Open Records Acts, ensuring transparency in its operations.
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Bill Summary: housing - Commission - promulgation of rules - expansion of affordable housing - recommendations - codification - effective date
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• Introduced: 12/31/2024
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Julia Kirt (D)*, Daniel Pae (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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OK bill #HB2710 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Statewide radio systems; creating the Oklahoma Emergency Communications Act; defining terms; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Emergency Communications Act, establishing a comprehensive framework for managing and improving emergency communication systems across the state. The bill creates the Oklahoma Emergency Communications Authority, a 14-member board representing various state agencies, emergency services, and local government entities, which will oversee the development and regulation of statewide emergency communications systems. The Authority will be responsible for developing strategic plans, establishing training programs, facilitating information sharing, and encouraging technology sharing among different jurisdictions. A new Oklahoma Emergency Communications Office will be created to manage radio communication systems, seek funding, implement policies, and ensure communications meet Federal Communications Commission regulations. The bill also establishes a Joint Executive Board for Emergency Communications, which will employ an Executive Coordinator to oversee operations of both the 9-1-1 and Emergency Communications offices. Additionally, the bill makes several amendments to existing statutes related to information technology and emergency communications, including updating roles and responsibilities of the Chief Information Officer and modifying provisions of the 9-1-1 Management Authority. The primary goals are to improve interoperability, efficiency, and coordination of emergency communication systems across Oklahoma, with the act set to become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: radio systems - terms - Oklahoma Emergency Communications Authority - membership - cause - compensation - Executive Coordinator - powers - duties - revolving fund - purpose - expenditures - Joint Executive Board for Emergency Communications - membership - salary - meetings - Chief Information Officer - purchases - fiber - fees - transactions - communications - specifications - codification - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ross Ford (R)*, Todd Gollihare (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: Title stricken
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OK bill #HB2738 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Revenue and taxation; property tax; business personal property; listing; reports; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma's property tax filing deadlines and related penalties by extending the deadline for listing personal property from March 15 to April 15 each year. Specifically, the bill changes the date by which taxpayers must list their personal property with county assessors, shifting the delinquency and penalty calculation dates accordingly. The new timeline means that if personal property is not listed by April 15, it will be considered delinquent, with a 10% penalty applied if listed between April 15 and May 15, and a 20% penalty if listed after May 15. The bill also maintains provisions requiring county assessors to provide property listing forms, meet with taxpayers in various locations, and publish notices about property listing dates. Additionally, the bill ensures that all property listing documents remain confidential and protected from public inspection under the Open Records Act. These changes aim to provide taxpayers with more flexibility in filing their personal property tax lists while maintaining a structured penalty system for late submissions. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to revenue and taxation; amending 68 O.S. 2021, Sections 2835 and 2836, which relate to listing of certain property; modifying report due date; modifying dates related to late filing of reports; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gerrid Kendrix (R)*, Micheal Bergstrom (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: House Government Oversight Hearing (10:30:00 3/6/2025 Room 206)
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OK bill #HB2142 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Wind energy facilities; prohibiting construction or modification of wind energy facilities with respect to certain military facilities; adverse impact; application; information; fines; civil action; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for wind energy facility construction and modification near military installations in Oklahoma, focusing on protecting military operations and training activities. The legislation defines numerous technical terms and creates a stringent approval process requiring wind energy facility owners to obtain both a determination of no hazard from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and documentation from the Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Siting Clearinghouse demonstrating no adverse impact on military missions. Owners must file FAA applications with the Oklahoma Military Department, which will then notify affected military entities, and submit final documentation within specified timeframes. The bill imposes strict confidentiality requirements on submitted documentation and establishes significant potential penalties, including administrative fines up to $1,500 per day per violation and the possibility of civil action to halt construction if requirements are not met. Adverse impacts are broadly defined to include interference with military training routes, runway approaches, test ranges, special use airspace, and other critical military operational spaces. The legislation will take effect on November 1, 2025, providing wind energy developers with ample time to understand and comply with the new regulatory framework designed to balance renewable energy development with national defense interests.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to wind energy facilities; defining terms; prohibiting construction or modification of wind energy facilities with respect to certain military facilities; defining adverse impact with respect to military facilities; prescribing procedures; requiring filing of application; requiring Oklahoma Military Department to provide certain information; authorizing administrative rules; imposing restriction on release of information; authorizing administrative fines; authorizing civil actions; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Kannady (R)*, Grant Green (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/10/2025
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Health and Human Services Oversight Committee
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TX bill #SB1571 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Government Code to adjust confidentiality rules for notary public contact information. Currently, certain personal contact details like home addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses are kept confidential for license holders. The bill specifically creates an exception for notaries public, allowing the secretary of state to disclose their home address, home telephone number, and electronic mail address. This means that while other licensed professionals' contact information remains protected under public information law, notaries' contact details can now be shared. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers; otherwise, it will automatically go into effect on September 1, 2025. The change aims to increase transparency for notaries public by making their basic contact information more readily available to the public.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to disclosure under the public information law of certain contact information of a notary public that is maintained by the secretary of state.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Birdwell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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OK bill #HB2095 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Oklahoma Open Records Act; thirty-day records request response time; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act by adding a specific requirement that public bodies must respond to records requests within thirty business days of receipt. The bill modifies the existing law governing public access to government records, which already requires that all public records be open for inspection during regular business hours, with certain exceptions. These exceptions include confidential records such as those protected by legal privileges, personal information, investigative files, and sensitive government documents. The bill maintains existing provisions that allow public bodies to charge reasonable fees for copying records and protect the integrity of their record-keeping systems. The new thirty-day response time requirement is designed to ensure more timely and predictable access to public records, providing requestors with a clear timeline for receiving the information they seek. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving government agencies time to prepare for and implement the new response time requirement.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.5, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 116, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 24A.5), which relates to the inspection, copying, and mechanical reproduction of records; modifying records response procedures; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Annie Menz (D)*, Julia Kirt (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/09/2025
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass Government Oversight Committee
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MS bill #HB1262 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Nursing; authorize military medics to take exam to be licensed as an LPN.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Mississippi's nursing licensure law to create a new pathway for military medics to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Specifically, the bill allows individuals who have completed training as a United States Army Combat Medic Specialist, United States Navy Hospital Corpsman, or United States Air Force Aerospace Medical Service Specialist, and who have subsequently completed two years of clinical experience providing direct patient care, to be eligible to take the LPN licensing examination. The new provisions require these military medic applicants to submit similar documentation as traditional nursing school graduates, including a high school diploma, evidence of their military medical training, proof of English competence, and undergo a criminal background check. This change recognizes the extensive medical training and experience of military medics and provides them with a more direct route to becoming licensed practical nurses, potentially helping to address nursing shortages and leverage the skilled medical training of veterans. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving the Mississippi Board of Nursing time to implement the new application and examination procedures for military medic applicants.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 73-15-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Persons Who Have Completed The Training Required For A United States Army Combat Medic Specialist, A United States Navy Hospital Corpsman, Or A United States Air Force Aerospace Medical Service Specialist And Then Completed Two Years Of Clinical Experience That Involves Providing Direct Patient Care, Shall Be Authorized To Take The Examination To Be Licensed As A Licensed Practical Nurse; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Lester Carpenter (R)*, Jeffrey Hulum (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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OK bill #HB1592 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Larceny; providing elements of organized retail crime; codification; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses organized retail crime by establishing a comprehensive legal framework to combat retail theft and related criminal activities. It introduces a new section of law defining organized retail crime as a set of specific actions, such as theft with intent to resell, coordinated theft by multiple people, using tools to evade detection, or employing specific strategies to commit retail crime. The bill modifies existing statutes to expand the definition of criminal patterns across multiple counties or municipalities and adjusts penalties for merchandise larceny. Specifically, it reduces the threshold for misdemeanor theft from $1,000 to $500, allows aggregation of theft values within a one-year period (instead of 180 days) for determining punishment, and establishes more severe penalties for higher-value thefts. The bill also extends the Oklahoma Organized Retail Crime Task Force until June 1, 2026, authorizing the Attorney General's Office to staff the task force and employ specialized officers to investigate and prosecute organized retail crime. The task force is required to submit a comprehensive report by December 31, 2025, analyzing the impact of organized retail crime and recommending potential legislative and regulatory solutions. The act is set to become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to larceny; providing elements of organized retail crime; providing penalties; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 425, which relates to patterns of criminal offenses; expanding scope of offense; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 792, which relates to robbery; deleting exception; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1731, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 176, O.S.L. 2024 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1731), which relates to larceny of merchandise; modifying period of aggregated offenses; amending Section 1, Chapter 333, O.S.L. 2023 (21 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 2200), which relates to the Oklahoma Organized Retail Crime Task Force; recreating Task Force; providing for the continuation of appointment selections; authorizing the Office of the Attorney General to staff the task force and employ task force officers; stating duties of officers; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : John George (R)*, Darrell Weaver (R)*, Tim Turner (R), Max Wolfley (R), Josh Cantrell (R)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Wolfley
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CT bill #HB06436 • Last Action 03/06/2025
An Act Concerning Revisions To The Health Insurance Statutes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical revisions to health insurance statutes, focusing on three primary changes. First, the bill eliminates the requirement that the Insurance Commissioner specifically contract with the University of Connecticut Center for Public Health and Health Policy for mandated health benefit reviews, instead allowing the commissioner more flexibility to engage various independent experts like actuaries, research organizations, or other qualified professionals to assist with these reviews. Second, the bill adjusts annual reporting dates for pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) rebate information, shifting the filing deadline from February 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026, and the corresponding report submission deadline from March 1, 2025 to April 1, 2026. Third, the bill changes the language around regulatory requirements for health insurance coverage of wheelchair repairs and replacements, modifying mandatory regulation adoption to permissive language that allows, but does not require, the Insurance Commissioner to adopt such regulations. These changes aim to provide more administrative flexibility and update existing statutes to reflect current operational needs in health insurance oversight, while maintaining the core intent of transparency and comprehensive review of health insurance practices.
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Bill Summary: To: (1) Eliminate the requirement that the Insurance Commissioner contract with certain entities that no longer exist to conduct reviews of mandated health benefits, and allow said commissioner to engage the services of organizations that may assist in the review of mandated health benefits; (2) revise annual reporting dates concerning pharmacy benefits manager rebate information; and (3) eliminate the requirement that the Insurance Commissioner adopt regulations to implement health insurance coverage requirements concerning medically necessary wheelchair repairs and replacements.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: File Number 53
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OK bill #HB1460 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Criminal procedure; fees; fines; court; offenses; supervision; effective date
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several amendments to Oklahoma state laws related to criminal procedure, court fees, and legal processes. Primarily, the bill modifies existing statutes regarding court costs, fees, and supervision of criminal defendants. Key changes include removing specific monthly supervision fees for probationers, adjusting language around court costs and assessments, and making technical corrections to various sections of Oklahoma law. The bill repeals a few existing statutes, including sections related to probation and driving regulations. Notably, the bill uses standard legislative language like "ins" and "del" tags to show insertions and deletions in existing law, indicating precise changes to legal text. The amendments appear to streamline administrative processes and potentially reduce some financial burdens on defendants by eliminating certain mandatory fees. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2025, giving state agencies and courts time to prepare for the new regulations. While the bill touches on multiple areas of criminal procedure, its overall intent seems to be simplifying and clarifying existing legal frameworks around court costs, supervision, and defendant obligations.
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Bill Summary: fees - fines - assessment - court - sentences - costs - cases - offenses - supervision - yield - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 03/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Tammy West (R)*, Todd Gollihare (R)*, Meloyde Blancett (D), Mike Osburn (R), Jared Deck (D), Chris Kannady (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Title stricken
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NH bill #HB114 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Removing fees and charges for governmental records under the right-to-know law and reinstating potential liability for disclosure of information exempt from disclosure.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies New Hampshire's Right-to-Know law by eliminating most fees associated with requesting governmental records and reinstating potential legal liability for improper information disclosure. Specifically, the bill removes language that previously allowed public agencies to charge additional fees for record requests beyond the actual copying costs. Public bodies must now respond to record requests within 5 business days by either making the record available, denying the request, or providing a written explanation for any delay. The bill eliminates provisions that previously protected government agencies from civil damages when disclosing exempt information, meaning agencies could now potentially be sued for inappropriate information releases. Government entities can still charge for the actual cost of copying a record, but cannot impose additional fees for inspection or delivery. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, and while it is not expected to have an immediate fiscal impact, it may result in indeterminable decreases in government revenue and potential increases in legal expenses related to potential civil actions.
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Bill Summary: This bill removes fees and charges for governmental records under the right-to-know law and reinstates potential liability for disclosure of information exempt from disclosure.
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• Introduced: 01/04/2025
• Added: 01/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Louise Andrus (R)*, Alvin See (R), John Sellers (R), Kristine Perez (R), Barbara Comtois (R), Keith Ammon (R), Riché Colcombe (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/07/2025
• Last Action: Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/06/2025 House Journal 7
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OK bill #HB1114 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Cities and towns; municipal land bank program; tax; sale of property; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a municipal land bank program that allows cities and towns in Oklahoma to acquire, hold, and transfer unimproved real property with the primary goal of developing affordable housing. The program enables municipalities to sell tax-foreclosed, unimproved properties to qualified developers at potentially below-market rates, with the condition that these properties will be developed as affordable housing for low-income households. Key provisions include defining terms like "affordable" (housing costs not exceeding 30% of median family income), establishing developer qualifications (such as having previously developed three or more housing units), and requiring an annual municipal land bank plan that outlines eligible properties and housing development strategies. The bill mandates that land banks must sell properties within three years to qualified developers for affordable housing, with deed restrictions ensuring that at least 25% of properties sold for ownership are targeted to households earning 60% or less of the area median income, and rental properties must meet specific affordability criteria for 20-100% of units. The land bank must also comply with open meetings and records acts, maintain detailed financial and performance records, and submit annual reports to the municipality. The program aims to facilitate affordable housing development by streamlining the process of acquiring and redeveloping tax-foreclosed properties, with an effective date of November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to cities and towns; providing definitions; permitting municipalities to adopt a municipal land bank program; directing governing bodies to establish or approve a land bank; providing qualifications for a developer to participate in land bank program; mandating municipalities operate the program in conformance with land bank plan; requiring plans be adopted annually; permitting amendments to plan; requiring consideration of other housing plans and policies; providing required content of plan; requiring a public hearing; requiring city manager provide notice to certain parties; requiring copies of proposed plan be made available to the public; providing procedure for sale of property to land bank; clarifying sale of property is for a public purpose; clarifying no contest is a waiver of challenge; requiring written notice of sale; permitting owner of property to request property not be sold in manner provided in this act; requiring officer sell in accordance with certain procedures; permitting taxing units to sale property for less than market value; clarifying what the deed of conveyance includes; providing conditions for subsequent resale of property; requiring sale of property within certain time frame; limiting number of properties a land bank may own; requiring deed of property sold by land bank include right of reverter; requiring certain deed restrictions; clarifying that certain deed restrictions automatically renew; permitting modification and addition of deed restrictions; requiring compliance with open meetings and open records acts; directing land bank to keep accurate minutes of meetings, records, accounts; directing land bank to file annual audited financial statements; directing land bank file annual performance report; providing requiring content of performance report; requiring land bank to maintain certain records; requiring land bank and municipality maintain copies of performance report for public review; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Ronald Stewart (D)*, Avery Frix (R)*, Suzanne Schreiber (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: House Government Oversight Hearing (10:30:00 3/6/2025 Room 206)
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IL bill #HB1432 • Last Action 03/06/2025
ABLE ACCOUNT CONTRIBUTIONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the State Treasurer Act to create a new matching contribution program for ABLE accounts in Illinois. Under this program, the State Treasurer may provide a $50 matching contribution for ABLE accounts opened on or after January 1, 2026, by Illinois residents. ABLE accounts are specialized savings accounts for individuals with disabilities, designed to help them save money for qualified disability expenses without losing eligibility for public benefits. The matching contribution is limited to one contribution per beneficiary and will become the property of the account beneficiary. If sufficient funds are not available, the State Treasurer may reduce or eliminate the matching contribution. The bill also establishes the Illinois ABLE Matching Contribution Fund as a special fund in the state treasury, which will serve as the repository for all contributions, appropriated funds, interest, and other financial assets related to the matching contribution program. This new fund ensures that the money can only be used for matching contributions to ABLE accounts and cannot be borrowed or used for other purposes, providing a dedicated financial mechanism to support savings for individuals with disabilities.
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Bill Summary: Amends the State Treasurer Act. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the State Treasurer may make a matching contribution of $50 to an ABLE account opened on or after January 1, 2026 for a beneficiary who is a resident of Illinois. Provides that the matching contribution shall be limited to one contribution per beneficiary and shall not be treated differently from any other contributions to the account. Provides that if there are insufficient funds available, the State Treasurer may reduce the matching contribution amount or forgo contributions. Provides that the Illinois ABLE Matching Contribution Fund shall be the official repository of all contributions, appropriated funds, interest, and dividend payments, gifts, or other financial assets received by the State Treasurer in connection with matching contributions to ABLE accounts. Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the Illinois ABLE Matching Contribution Fund.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Suzanne Ness (D)*, Diane Blair-Sherlock (D), Michael Crawford (D), Wayne Rosenthal (R), Laura Faver Dias (D), Lisa Davis (D), Nicolle Grasse (D), Rick Ryan (D), Janet Yang Rohr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Janet Yang Rohr
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PA bill #SB38 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Providing for liability for false claims, for adoption of congressional intent of the Federal False Claims Act, for damages, costs and civil penalties, for powers of Attorney General, for qui tam actions and for civil investigative demands.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive False Claims Act for Pennsylvania, closely modeled after the federal False Claims Act, to prevent and penalize fraud against the Commonwealth. The legislation creates a robust legal framework that allows the Attorney General and private citizens (qui tam plaintiffs) to bring civil actions against individuals or entities that knowingly submit false or fraudulent claims to the government. Key provisions include establishing liability for various fraudulent activities, such as knowingly presenting false claims, making false records, or concealing obligations to pay money to the Commonwealth. The bill provides for substantial financial penalties, including treble damages and civil penalties, and allows qui tam plaintiffs to receive a percentage of recovered funds as an incentive for reporting fraud. The legislation also includes protections for whistleblowers who might face retaliation for reporting fraudulent activities and requires the Attorney General to submit an annual report detailing the actions taken under this law. The bill aims to prevent fraud, recover misappropriated funds, and create a deterrent effect by establishing significant legal consequences for those who attempt to defraud the Commonwealth, while also providing a mechanism for citizens to assist in detecting and prosecuting such fraud.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), entitled "An act to consolidate, editorially revise, and codify the public welfare laws of the Commonwealth," providing for liability for false claims, for adoption of congressional intent of the Federal False Claims Act, for damages, costs and civil penalties, for powers of Attorney General, for qui tam actions and for civil investigative demands.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Lindsey Williams (D)*, Kristin Phillips-Hill (R), Nikil Saval (D), Wayne Fontana (D), Cris Dush (R), Carolyn Comitta (D), Maria Collett (D), Tina Tartaglione (D), Jay Costa (D), Frank Farry (R), Vincent Hughes (D), Judy Schwank (D), Pat Stefano (R), Katie Muth (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
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PA bill #SB369 • Last Action 03/06/2025
In depositions and witnesses, providing for informant testimony.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive new requirements for the use of informant testimony in criminal proceedings in Pennsylvania, aimed at improving transparency and reliability of such testimony. The legislation mandates that prosecutors must disclose detailed information about informants at least 30 days before a trial, including their criminal history, cooperation agreements, and any benefits they might receive. The bill requires a special reliability hearing where a court must evaluate the informant's testimony based on factors like the specificity of their statements and how their testimony is corroborated by other evidence. If the prosecution cannot demonstrate the informant's testimony is reliable by a preponderance of the evidence, the court may prohibit the testimony. The bill also requires prosecutors to make reasonable efforts to notify victims when informants receive benefits like charge reductions or plea bargains, and mandates that prosecuting entities maintain a confidential internal database of informant information for 20 years. An informant is defined specifically as someone testifying about admissions made while detained, excluding codefendants or confidential informants who do not provide direct testimony. The new law will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing time for legal entities to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in depositions and witnesses, providing for informant testimony.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Vincent Hughes (D)*, Tim Kearney (D), Art Haywood (D), Judy Schwank (D), Jay Costa (D), John Kane (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to JUDICIARY
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PA bill #SB371 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Providing for medical debt collection protection; and imposing duties on the Attorney General and the Department of Health.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Medical Debt Collection Protection Act, establishes comprehensive protections for patients with medical debt in Pennsylvania. The legislation requires healthcare providers to first verify a patient's insurance status and screen them for potential public insurance options or financial assistance before pursuing any debt collection. The bill prohibits certain collection actions, such as placing liens on a patient's primary residence or reporting adverse information to credit agencies, and mandates that providers offer payment plans for qualified patients (those with household incomes at or below 300% of the Federal poverty level) with monthly installments limited to 4% of their net monthly income. Healthcare providers must also provide transparent pricing information on their websites, including gross charges and Medicare reimbursement rates, and communicate billing information in plain language at a sixth-grade reading level. The bill requires providers to make good faith settlement offers before initiating collection actions, prohibits late fees or additional collection costs, and establishes a complaint process through the Attorney General's office. For uninsured patients receiving emergency or medically necessary care, providers cannot charge more than the Medicare reimbursement rate. Additionally, the bill mandates a settlement conference before any medical debt collection lawsuit and ensures that patients cannot waive their rights under this legislation, providing robust consumer protections in medical billing and debt collection practices.
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Bill Summary: Providing for medical debt collection protection; and imposing duties on the Attorney General and the Department of Health.
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• Introduced: 03/06/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Vincent Hughes (D)*, Art Haywood (D), Tim Kearney (D), Judy Schwank (D), Tina Tartaglione (D), Nickolas Pisciottano (D), Jay Costa (D), John Kane (D), Katie Muth (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
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RI bill #H5451 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Updates public records administration act, modifies records control schedule, designates records officer, establishes procedures for retention of records. Provides administrator submit yearly reports, establishes public reporting compliance.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Rhode Island's Public Records Administration Act to modernize how state and local government agencies manage, preserve, and dispose of public records. The legislation expands definitions to include electronic records and establishes clearer procedures for records management, including creating new roles like a records officer for each agency who will be responsible for managing their organization's records. The bill requires agencies to work with the public records administrator to create and update records control schedules, transfer permanent records to the state archives after 20 years, and submit records destruction certifications. Key provisions include establishing a comprehensive records management program, providing training for local government records keepers, creating standards for record-keeping, and mandating that a yearly compliance report be submitted to the general assembly. The bill also empowers the administrator to seek legal action to enforce compliance and includes a severability clause to ensure that if part of the law is found invalid, the rest remains in effect. The changes aim to improve government transparency, ensure proper preservation of important documents, and create more efficient record-keeping practices across Rhode Island's governmental agencies.
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Bill Summary: This act would update the public records administration act by designating a public records administrator, amending the definition of records, adding various definitions to include, electronic, records series, state archivist, and retention, modifying a records control schedule, designating a records officer and establish procedures for the retention of public records and their transfer after twenty (20) years to the state archives. It would also provide that a research room be established for research of records, that the administrator submit yearly reports, provide certified copies, approve emergency destruction of public records and perform other functions and duties as the secretary of state may direct. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Earl Read (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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MI bill #HB4004 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Gaming: lottery; multistate lottery games; allow winner to remain anonymous. Amends sec. 25 of 1972 PA 239 (MCL 432.25).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Michigan lottery law to make several changes regarding prize payments and winner privacy. The bill allows lottery winners more flexibility in how they receive their prizes, including the option to choose between a single payment or installments at the point of purchase for certain games. It clarifies procedures for prize payments in cases of a winner's death, allowing payments to be made to a surviving spouse or children in equal proportions. The bill significantly strengthens privacy protections by prohibiting the disclosure of personal information for winners of prizes over $10,000, requiring written consent from the winner before any personal details can be released. Additionally, the bill provides guidelines for voluntary assignment of prize payments, including requiring a court order and specific legal protections to ensure the assignor understands the implications of transferring future prize payments. The bill also ensures that personal information remains exempt from freedom of information act requests, protecting winners' privacy and security. These changes aim to provide more control and protection for lottery winners in Michigan.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1972 PA 239, entitled"McCauley-Traxler-Law-Bowman-McNeely lottery act,"by amending section 25 (MCL 432.25), as amended by 1998 PA 465.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Pat Outman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Second Reading
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OK bill #SB1054 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program; modifying eligibility; removing certain eligibility criteria. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program, expanding its eligibility and scope to include direct lineal descendants of victims of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre from any public school district in the United States. The bill increases the family income limit for scholarship applicants from $70,000 to $125,000 per year, and removes the previous requirements about school lunch programs and poverty levels. For direct lineal descendants, there will be no income limit. The bill establishes a new seven-member community advisory committee to help review scholarship applications, with members including representatives from Langston University, Tulsa Public Schools, the Legislature, descendants of Greenwood Area residents, and a community representative. The program will continue to offer up to 300 scholarships annually, with priority given to direct lineal descendants of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre victims. Scholarships can cover tuition, fees, textbooks, materials, and room and board at higher education institutions or career and technology programs in Oklahoma. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the goal of preserving public peace, health, and safety by supporting education for those impacted by historical racial violence.
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Bill Summary: Tulsa Reconciliation Education and Scholarship Program - eligibility - income limit - priority status - lineage - awards - advisory committee - list - emergency
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Regina Goodwin (D)*, Jason Lowe (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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OK bill #SB1090 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Public finance; authorizing State Treasurer to implement the Invest In Oklahoma program; authorizing State Treasurer to invest funds into the Invest In Oklahoma program under certain conditions. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers responsibility for the Invest In Oklahoma program from the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) to the State Treasurer. The bill authorizes the State Treasurer to implement the program, which aims to provide funds for investing in Oklahoma-based private equity, venture capital, and growth funds, as well as direct investments in Oklahoma companies. The State Treasurer can retain qualified investment advisors to help select investment funds based on criteria such as rate of return, investment performance, and capital invested in the state. Several public entities, including various state pension and retirement systems, are encouraged to invest up to 5% of their assets in the program. The bill also modifies the Cash Management and Investment Oversight Commission's membership, removing the Executive Review Committee and changing the composition to include elected state officials. Additionally, the bill allows the State Treasurer to invest up to 5% of available funds into the Invest In Oklahoma program and adjusts reporting requirements, shifting from monthly to quarterly reports. The changes aim to provide more flexibility and oversight in managing state investments while promoting investment in Oklahoma-based businesses.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to public finance; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Sections 2401, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 375, O.S.L. 2024, 2402, and 2403, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 375, O.S.L. 2024 (62 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 2401 and 2403), which relate to the Invest In Oklahoma program; authorizing the State Treasurer to implement program; allowing State Treasurer to retain certain personnel to implement certain provisions of the program; allowing for certain investment by the State Treasurer into program; providing for promulgation of rules for program; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 71.1, which relates to the Cash Management and Investment Oversight Commission; modifying membership; removing the Executive Review Committee of the Commission; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 89.2, which relates to investments by the State Treasurer; authorizing the State Treasurer to invest funds into the Invest In Oklahoma program under certain conditions; modifying frequency of reporting; directing reports to go to certain entity; amending 62 O.S. 2021, Section 89.7, which relates to investment performance reports; modifying frequency and distribution of reports; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kristen Thompson (R)*, Mark Lawson (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Lawson (principal House author)
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TX bill #HB969 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Relating to the applicability of the open meetings law and the public information law to the Texas Energy Reliability Council and to independent organizations established to manage power regions.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas state law to explicitly include independent organizations that manage power regions under the state's open meetings and public information laws. Specifically, the bill amends the Government Code to add independent organizations established under Section 39.151 of the Utilities Code (which manage power regions) to the definition of "governmental body" for both open meetings (Chapter 551) and public information (Chapter 552) purposes. The bill also clarifies that the Texas Energy Reliability Council's meetings and information are now subject to these transparency requirements, reversing previous provisions that exempted the council from such rules. Additionally, the bill specifies that information created or maintained by the council in connection with official business is subject to public information laws. The changes will apply only to meetings held and public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring a clear transition period for implementing the new transparency requirements for these energy management organizations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the applicability of the open meetings law and the public information law to the Texas Energy Reliability Council and to independent organizations established to manage power regions.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cassandra Garcia Hernandez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/13/2024
• Last Action: Referred to State Affairs
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OK bill #SB1025 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Health care; creating the Oklahoma Rebate Pass-Through and Pharmacy Benefits Manager Meaningful Transparency Act of 2025; clarifying authority to take certain actions. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Oklahoma Rebate Pass-Through and Pharmacy Benefits Manager Meaningful Transparency Act of 2025, which aims to regulate pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) and health insurers in Oklahoma by expanding transparency and consumer protections in prescription drug pricing. The bill significantly modifies existing laws by defining new terms, establishing stricter requirements for PBMs and health insurers, and creating new disclosure and pricing standards. Key provisions include mandating that at least 85% of drug rebates be passed through to consumers at the point of sale, which could lower out-of-pocket prescription costs, and imposing new requirements on pharmacy and therapeutics (P&T) committees to ensure more transparent and clinically-driven formulary development. The bill also strengthens licensing requirements for PBMs, requiring more detailed applications and giving the Insurance Department and Attorney General expanded oversight and enforcement powers. Additionally, the legislation protects certain proprietary information as confidential and imposes administrative penalties for violations, with fines ranging from $100 to $10,000 per occurrence. These changes aim to increase transparency, reduce prescription drug costs, and provide more accountability in the pharmacy benefits management industry.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to health care; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Sections 6960 and 6962, as last amended by Sections 1 and 2, Chapter 306, O.S.L. 2024 (36 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 6960 and 6962), which relate to definitions and pharmacy benefits manager compliance; defining terms; creating pharmacy benefits manager disclosures; creating duties; creating the Oklahoma Rebate Pass-Through and Pharmacy Benefits Manager Meaningful Transparency Act of 2025; providing short title; clarifying authority to take certain actions; prohibiting the disclosure of certain information; declaring that certain information not be considered public record; defining terms; providing cost sharing calculation methodology, limitations, and requirements; creating penalties; providing certain exceptions; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Section 6964, which relates to a formulary for prescription drugs; creating agency duties; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Sections 357 and 358, as amended by Sections 4 and 5, Chapter 332, O.S.L. 2024 (59 O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 357 and 358), which relate to definitions and pharmacy benefits management licensure, procedure, and penalties; modifying definitions; creating duties; creating licensing application requirements; providing for noncodification; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Haste (R)*, Steve Bashore (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: Senate Business and Insurance REVISED Hearing (09:30:00 3/6/2025 Room 535)
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OK bill #SB596 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Asset forfeiture transparency; making certain reports available for public inspection; requiring submission of report on seizure of property. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances transparency in asset forfeiture and law enforcement record-keeping in Oklahoma by requiring law enforcement agencies to submit annual reports about property seizures and make those reports publicly available. Specifically, the bill amends two existing statutes: one related to law enforcement records and another related to property seizure procedures. The bill mandates that law enforcement agencies must electronically submit an annual report by February 1st of each year detailing all seized property and its disposition, and these reports must be published on the state's data.ok.gov website. The reports will be sent to key state officials, including the Governor, the Senate President Pro Tempore, the House Speaker, and the State Auditor and Inspector. Additionally, the bill makes minor technical updates to existing language and clarifies certain recordkeeping and reporting requirements. The new reporting requirements aim to increase public accountability and provide greater insight into law enforcement's asset seizure practices. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, giving agencies time to prepare for the new reporting mandate.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to asset forfeiture transparency; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.8, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 12, O.S.L. 2022 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 24A.8), which relates to law enforcement records; making certain reports available for public inspection; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-506, which relates to seizure of property; requiring submission of certain report; requiring publication of report on certain website; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Jett (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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IL bill #SB1667 • Last Action 03/06/2025
TRUST CODE-UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Illinois' unclaimed property laws and trust regulations. It requires trustees to maintain a copy of the trust instrument for at least 7 years after the trust terminates. The bill modifies rules for tax-deferred accounts, reducing the period after which they are considered abandoned from 30 to 20 years. State agencies must now report final compensation owed to deceased state employees to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property. The legislation introduces a new requirement that holders of presumptively abandoned property must hold those assets in trust for the State Treasurer on behalf of the original owner. The bill also establishes a comprehensive licensing system for "finders" - individuals or companies who help locate unclaimed property, including strict qualification requirements, application processes, and potential penalties for operating without a license. Additionally, the bill gives the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation expanded authority to order immediate reporting of unclaimed property and provides new rules for agreements between property owners and finders, including limiting finder fees to 10% of the recovered amount. The changes aim to improve transparency, protect property owners' interests, and create more robust oversight of unclaimed property in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Trust Code. Requires a trustee to maintain, for a minimum of 7 years after the termination of the trust, a copy of the governing trust instrument under which the trustee was authorized to act at the time the trust terminated. Amends the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act. Provides that property held in an account or plan, including a health savings account, that qualifies for tax deferral under the United States income tax law, is presumed abandoned 20 years after the account was opened. Requires State agencies to report final compensation due a State employee to the Treasurer's Office as unclaimed property if the employee dies while employed. Requires a holder who holds property presumed abandoned to hold the property in trust for the benefit of the State Treasurer on behalf of the owner from and after the date the property is presumed abandoned. Requires that the State Treasurer provide written notice to a State agency and the Governor's Office of Management and Budget of property presumed to be abandoned and allegedly owned by the State agency before it can be escheated to the State's General Revenue Fund if the property remains unclaimed after one year. Creates authority for the Secretary of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to order a regulated person under the Act to immediately report and remit property subject to the Act if the Secretary determines that the action is necessary to protect the interest of an owner. Establishes a procedure regulating agreements between an owner or apparent owner and a finder to locate or recover property held by the State Treasurer. Requires a finder to be licensed by the State Treasurer and creates qualifications to be so licensed. Makes definitions. Makes other changes. The Treasurer is authorized to adopt rules as necessary to implement the Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Rob Martwick (D)*, Mike Halpin (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 2nd Reading March 18, 2025
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TX bill #HB981 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Relating to access to certain litigation, law enforcement, corrections, and prosecutorial records under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas public information law by clarifying when certain litigation and law enforcement records can be withheld from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill defines when litigation can be considered "reasonably anticipated" for purposes of records exemption, stating that this occurs only when a potential claimant or their attorney has either threatened legal action in writing or made a written demand for compensation. The bill also expands access to certain internal records and notations related to law enforcement, allowing them to be released under specific circumstances, such as when the subject of the record, their attorney, spouse, child, parent, or estate administrator requests them. The changes apply only to information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, meaning previous requests will be governed by the law in effect at the time they were made. These modifications aim to provide more clarity and transparency in how governmental bodies handle public information requests related to litigation and law enforcement records.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to access to certain litigation, law enforcement, corrections, and prosecutorial records under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Cassandra Garcia Hernandez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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IL bill #SB1781 • Last Action 03/06/2025
DEATHS DOMESTIC VIOL VICTIM
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses the investigation of deaths potentially related to domestic violence by enhancing training, investigative procedures, and support for families. It requires State police and local law enforcement officers to receive specialized training on identifying potential domestic violence-related homicides, including recognizing specific indicators such as premature death, suspicious death scenes, relationship dynamics, and history of abuse. The bill mandates that coroners and law enforcement conduct more comprehensive investigations when a death is suspected to be linked to domestic violence, including interviewing family members, consulting forensic pathologists, and considering ten specific "red flag" markers. Sworn law enforcement must now be current in domestic violence incident training, and families of potential domestic violence homicide victims will have access to victim services and the right to request investigation records. The legislation aims to prevent premature conclusions about deaths, particularly suicides, and ensure a more thorough and trauma-informed approach to investigating suspicious deaths with potential domestic violence connections. Importantly, the bill defines key terms like "domestic violence" and "partner" and provides guidelines for when and how these enhanced investigative procedures should be applied, while also preserving law enforcement agencies' investigative discretion.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois State Police Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois and the Illinois Police Training Act. Provides that State police officers and local police officers shall receive training in homicide investigations in which the victims were suspected of being subject to domestic abuse. Amends the Counties Code. Provides that every coroner, whenever, as soon as he or she knows or is informed that the dead body of any person is found, or lying within his or her county, whose death is suspected of being a death, if the circumstances surrounding the death is known or suspected as due to suicide and affords a reasonable basis to suspect that the death was caused by or related to the domestic violence of another, in consultation with a board-certified forensic pathologist certified by the American Board of Pathology, shall go to the place where the dead body is and take charge of the same and shall make a preliminary investigation into the circumstances of the death. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Adds the Investigation of Homicides of Decedents with Identifiable History of Being Victimized by Domestic Violence Article to the Code. Provides that prior to making any findings as to the manner and cause of death of a deceased individual with an identifiable history of being victimized by domestic violence, and with the presence of 3 or more specified factors, law enforcement investigators shall interview family members, such as parents, siblings, or other close friends or relatives of the decedent with relevant information regarding that history of domestic violence. Lists those factors that law enforcement investigators must consider in those investigations. Provides that sworn law enforcement personnel investigating a death if it has been determined that the decedent has an identifiable history of being victimized by domestic violence shall be current in their training related to domestic violence incidents, including training required pursuant to the Illinois State Police Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois or the Illinois Police Training Act. Defines terms. Amends the Autopsy Act to make conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 13 : Craig Wilcox (R)*, Adriane Johnson (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Javier Cervantes (D), Jil Tracy (R), Don DeWitte (R), Li Arellano (R), Andrew Chesney (R), Terri Bryant (R), Paul Faraci (D), Sally Turner (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Sally J. Turner
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HI bill #SB1451 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Relating To Critical Infrastructure.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new protections for critical infrastructure information (CII) in Hawaii, creating a legal framework to safeguard sensitive details about the state's infrastructure security. The bill defines CII as non-public information provided by private entities that, if disclosed, could reveal vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure that might lead to significant disruption or damage. The legislation allows the Office of Homeland Security to receive and maintain confidential CII, with strict limitations on its disclosure. Specifically, the bill permits sharing of this sensitive information only with federal, state, and county agencies for security purposes, while mandating that these receiving agencies maintain the confidentiality of the information. The bill covers a broad range of infrastructure-related information, including potential threats, vulnerability assessments, operational problems, and security solutions related to physical and digital infrastructure systems. Importantly, the bill does not alter existing public records access rights under Chapter 92F, ensuring a balance between information protection and government transparency. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2077, providing a comprehensive approach to protecting critical infrastructure information in Hawaii.
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Bill Summary: Enhances sharing of critical infrastructure information between infrastructure owners and operators and the state government. Defines and protects "critical infrastructure information" that is crucial for direct support of the security and resilience of the State. Provides homeland security partners with reassurance that their proprietary information provided to the state government will be protected from disclosure. Effective 7/1/2077. (SD2)
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ron Kouchi (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 03/01/2025
• Last Action: Referred to WAL, JHA, referral sheet 19
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ME bill #LD379 • Last Action 03/06/2025
An Act Regarding Confidential Information Gathered for Forest Fire Emergency Response and Planning
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Maine's forest fire control laws to establish new confidentiality provisions for emergency plans of action developed by the Bureau of Forestry. Specifically, the bill creates confidentiality protections for certain types of sensitive information, including personal contact details, access information about gates and roads, proprietary landowner information, and emergency response data collected during forest fire preparedness activities. These confidential documents would be exempt from public records requests under the Freedom of Access Act. The bill also allows the Director of the Bureau of Forestry to share this confidential information with other state agencies when necessary for emergency response and planning purposes. By protecting this sensitive information, the bill aims to safeguard personal and strategic details related to forest fire emergency preparedness while still maintaining the ability to coordinate effectively across state agencies during potential emergency situations.
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Bill Summary: This bill modifies the provisions of law governing forest fire control to clarify that certain emergency plans of action formulated by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Forestry are considered confidential and are exempt from public records requests under the Freedom of Access Act if they contain any of the following: personal contact information; information related to gaining access to gates, locks or roads; proprietary information of a landowner; and emergency response information acquired by the Director of the Bureau of Forestry. The director may disclose confidential information to another state agency for the purposes of emergency incident response and planning.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/03/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Russell Black (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Voted: OTP
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OK bill #SB553 • Last Action 03/06/2025
Schools; directing revocation of certification and dismissal for failure to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens Oklahoma's requirements for reporting child abuse and neglect by school employees, introducing several key provisions. The legislation mandates that school employees who knowingly and willfully fail to report suspected child abuse or neglect can have their teaching certification revoked and can be dismissed from their jobs. School employees will now be required to annually sign an attestation acknowledging their legal responsibility to report suspected abuse, and professional development programs must include specific training on recognizing and reporting child abuse. Additionally, the bill expands background check requirements, with new provisions allowing school districts to request more detailed information about a teacher's past employment, including whether they were the subject of any allegations of inappropriate behavior with students. The law will require school districts to notify the State Board of Education within ten days if a teacher is dismissed for failure to report suspected abuse, and it prohibits individuals convicted of knowingly failing to report child abuse from receiving or maintaining a teaching certificate. These changes aim to create stronger accountability and protection for children by ensuring that school employees take their reporting responsibilities seriously and face meaningful consequences for not doing so. The bill is set to become effective on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause allowing immediate implementation upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-104, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 445, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-104), which relates to the powers and duties of the State Board of Education; adding reason for which a certificate cannot be issued or can be revoked; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-104.1, which relates to a prohibition on certification of individuals convicted of certain offenses; adding reason for which a certificate cannot be issued; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-142, which relates to criminal history record checks for school employment; requiring certain letter to include certain information; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-101.22, which relates to reasons for dismissal of career teachers; adding reason for dismissal; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-194, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 15, O.S.L. 2023 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 6-194), which relates to professional development programs; directing certain program to include information about certain reporting requirements; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1210.163, as amended by Section 46, Chapter 59, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 1210.163), which relates to requirements to report suspected abuse or neglect; requiring school employees to annually sign certain attestation; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Adam Pugh (R)*, Kristen Thompson (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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FL bill #H1547 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for the Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry, protecting the personal and health-related information of individuals participating in the program. Specifically, the bill makes all information in the registry that could identify individuals confidential and exempt from public disclosure requirements under Florida's public records laws. The exemption allows the information to be shared with other government entities for official purposes, but prevents unauthorized access that could potentially invade personal privacy or be used for harassment. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that publicly available personal health information could compromise individuals' privacy, hinder the registry's administration, and expose participants to potential solicitation or harassment. The exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and reenacts it through the Open Government Sunset Review Act. The bill's effective date is contingent upon the passage of related legislation (HB 1545) during the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 381.992, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for information held in the Parkinson's Disease Research Program Registry which provides background information on individuals served by the Parkinson's Disease Research Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Demi Busatta Cabrera (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Now in Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
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OK bill #SB912 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Oklahoma Space Industry Development Act; modifying number of members of the Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission; providing for certain Commission to become Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill restructures the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA) by transforming the existing Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission into the Board of Directors for the Authority. The bill increases the Commission/Board membership from seven to nine members, with seven members appointed by the Governor, one by the Senate President Pro Tempore, and one by the House Speaker. Members will now be required to have at least three years of experience in aerospace, commercial space industry, or related fields. The bill also integrates the Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics more closely with the Authority, with the Department's Director automatically serving as the Authority's chief executive officer. Personnel and administrative services will be shared between the two entities, though their funds will remain separately accounted for. Additionally, the bill recodifies various sections of existing law related to the Space Industry Development Authority and moves them to a new section of the Oklahoma Statutes. These changes aim to streamline the governance and operational structure of Oklahoma's space industry development efforts, ensuring more expertise and closer coordination between state aerospace agencies. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Oklahoma Aerospace and Aeronautics Commission - appointing authority - qualifications - Board of Directors of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority - contract - chief executive officer - repealer - recodification - effective date
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Paul Rosino (R)*, Nick Archer (R)*, John Haste (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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ME bill #LD419 • Last Action 03/05/2025
An Act to Increase the Transparency and Accountability of the Maine Information and Analysis Center
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new position of Auditor within the Office of the Attorney General to provide oversight of the Maine Information and Analysis Center (MIAC), a state intelligence-gathering organization. The Auditor, appointed by the Attorney General, will be responsible for ensuring the center's transparency and accountability while protecting individuals' privacy and civil rights. The Auditor must maintain a public website with de-identified informational reports, provide annual and interim reports to the legislative committee overseeing criminal justice and public safety, and allow people to submit questions or complaints about the center. The Auditor can review center activities but cannot require corrective actions or disclose personally identifying information. The bill also stipulates that any non-confidential information shared by the center with private entities is considered a public record under the Freedom of Access Act. Additionally, the Auditor's first report must review the center's record-keeping, information-sharing practices, and compliance with federal regulations on criminal intelligence collection, with the potential for follow-up legislation based on the findings. Key protections include maintaining complainant confidentiality and ensuring that published reports do not contain sensitive or legally restricted information.
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Bill Summary: This bill does the following. 1. It creates the position of auditor of the Maine Information and Analysis Center within the Office of the Attorney General. 2. It adds a definition for "de-identified" and requires that reports submitted to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over criminal justice and public safety matters and posted on the publicly accessible website of the auditor of the Maine Information and Analysis Center be de-identified. 3. It provides that the powers and duties of the auditor include ensuring that the center operates within the law and in a manner that preserves the privacy, civil liberties and civil rights of all people in the State. 4. It requires that reports of the auditor to the committee that are posted on the auditor's publicly accessible website may not contain any records that are confidential or otherwise not authorized by law to be disseminated to the public. 5. It specifies that the identity of any person who submits a good faith complaint to the auditor against the center using the auditor's publicly accessible website or by other means is confidential and that the auditor must maintain the identity of such persons as confidential. 6. It specifies that classified or confidential information that is shared by the center with a private entity is not considered a public record under the Freedom of Access Act.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/03/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 10 : Grayson Lookner (D)*, Dan Ankeles (D), David Boyer (R), Quentin Chapman (R), Tavis Hasenfus (D), Adam Lee (D), Laurel Libby (R), Nina Milliken (D), Bill Pluecker (I), Rachel Talbot Ross (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Voted: Divided Report
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OH bill #SB133 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Abolish the death penalty; revise number of juror challenges
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill abolishes the death penalty in Ohio and makes several related changes to the state's criminal justice system. Here's a summary of the key provisions: The bill eliminates the death penalty as a sentencing option for criminal offenses. Specifically, it removes all references to capital punishment from Ohio's criminal statutes and replaces death sentences with life imprisonment without parole. For offenders who were previously sentenced to death, the bill ensures they will be resentenced to life imprisonment without parole, and they retain their existing rights to appeals and postconviction remedies. The legislation also modifies several related aspects of Ohio's criminal justice system: 1. It changes jury selection rules, reducing the number of peremptory challenges in most criminal cases. 2. It removes specific provisions related to capital case proceedings, such as special rules for capital case attorneys and capital case hearings. 3. It updates various statutory references that previously mentioned death sentences, replacing them with references to life imprisonment. 4. It maintains existing provisions for serious violent and sexual offenses, ensuring that offenders convicted of such crimes can still receive lengthy prison terms or life sentences. The bill includes transitional provisions to handle existing death penalty cases, ensuring that offenders currently on death row will be resentenced to life imprisonment without parole. It also preserves their existing legal rights to appeals and postconviction proceedings. Additionally, the legislation repeals numerous sections of Ohio Revised Code that were specifically related to capital punishment, streamlining the state's criminal sentencing framework. The bill represents a significant reform of Ohio's criminal sentencing system, effectively eliminating the death penalty while maintaining strong penalties for the most serious criminal offenses.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 9.07, 120.03, 120.041, 120.06, 120.14, 120.16, 120.18, 120.24, 120.26, 120.28, 120.33, 120.34, 149.43, 149.436, 1901.183, 2152.13, 2152.67, 2301.20, 2307.60, 2317.02, 2701.07, 2743.51, 2901.02, 2909.24, 2929.02, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2929.61, 2930.19, 2937.222, 2941.021, 2941.14, 2941.148, 2941.401, 2941.43, 2941.51, 2945.06, 2945.10, 2945.13, 2945.21, 2945.25, 2945.33, 2945.38, 2949.02, 2949.03, 2953.02, 2953.07, 2953.08, 2953.09, 2953.10, 2953.21, 2953.23, 2953.71, 2953.72, 2953.73, 2953.81, 2967.05, 2967.12, 2967.13, 2967.193, 2967.194, 2971.03, 2971.07, 5120.113, 5120.53, 5120.61, 5139.04, and 5919.16 and to repeal sections 109.97, 120.35, 2725.19, 2929.021, 2929.022, 2929.023, 2929.024, 2929.025, 2929.03, 2929.04, 2929.05, 2929.06, 2945.20, 2947.08, 2949.21, 2949.22, 2949.221, 2949.222, 2949.24, 2949.25, 2949.26, 2949.27, 2949.28, 2949.29, 2949.31, and 2967.08 of the Revised Code to abolish the death penalty and to modify the number of jurors that may be challenged in cases where a defendant may be sentenced to life imprisonment.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Nickie Antonio (D)*, Steve Huffman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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OK bill #HB1075 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Schools; creating the Protect Our Kids Act; teacher dismissal, administrators; recommendations forwarded to Board of Education regardless of teacher resignation status; expungement; supplementary information; effective date; emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Protect Our Kids Act, which makes several important changes to regulations governing teacher and administrator dismissal and certification. The bill limits the State Board of Education's authority to revoke or suspend professional licenses, allowing such actions only for specific reasons including willful legal violations, child abuse, moral turpitude, or certain criminal convictions. The Board must now provide formal notice via certified and electronic mail before taking any emergency action to revoke a license, and can only do so with valid emergency justification. The bill also expands existing law by including administrators in dismissal recommendation procedures, requiring that recommendations be forwarded to the State Board of Education even if an employee resigns, and mandating that investigations concluding without findings must result in record expungement. Additionally, the bill provides teachers and administrators the right to submit supplementary information to accompany any recommendation and ensures they are notified of potential record requests. These changes aim to provide more procedural protections for educational professionals while maintaining standards for student safety, with the law set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; creating the Protect Our Kids Act; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-104, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 445, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-104), which relates to the powers and duties of the State Board of Education; limiting the State Board of Education's authority to revoke or suspend licenses or certificates; requiring emergency to summarily revoke or suspend a license or certificate; requiring certain notice; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6- 101.25, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 5, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 6-101.25), which relates to recommendations for teacher dismissal; adding administrators to dismissal requirements; mandating forwarding of recommendations to Board of Education regardless of resignation status; requiring Board notification of resignations; requiring expungement under certain circumstances; prescribing expungement conditions; allowing teachers or administrators to provide supplementary information to the Board; providing for noncodification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Derrick Hildebrant (R)*, Ally Seifried (R)*, Chad Caldwell (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 03/07/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative(s) Caldwell (Chad)
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OH bill #SB134 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Abolish death penalty; regards funding of lethal injection drugs
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill abolishes the death penalty in Ohio and makes several related changes to state law. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill eliminates the death penalty for criminal offenses in Ohio. Specifically, it removes all references to capital punishment throughout Ohio's Revised Code and replaces death sentences with life imprisonment without parole. For offenders who were previously sentenced to death before the bill's effective date, their sentences will be converted to life imprisonment without parole. The bill also makes several consequential changes: 1. Removes provisions related to capital case procedures, including special jury selection rules, sentencing guidelines, and post-conviction relief processes specific to death penalty cases. 2. Prohibits public funding for lethal injection drugs used in executions, nontherapeutic abortions, and assisted suicide. 3. Modifies various legal statutes to remove references to the death penalty, including sentencing guidelines, appeals processes, and criminal procedure rules. 4. Ensures that attorneys appointed to represent defendants in existing death penalty cases will still be certified under the previous capital case appointment rules. 5. Adjusts parole eligibility and earned credit rules for inmates serving life sentences. The bill represents a comprehensive approach to abolishing capital punishment in Ohio, replacing it with life imprisonment without parole and making corresponding technical amendments to state law to remove death penalty-related provisions. The changes aim to eliminate the death penalty while maintaining the state's ability to impose the most serious punishment for the most severe crimes.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 9.04, 9.07, 120.03, 120.041, 120.06, 120.14, 120.16, 120.18, 120.24, 120.26, 120.28, 120.33, 120.34, 149.43, 149.436, 149.45, 1901.183, 2152.13, 2152.67, 2301.20, 2307.60, 2317.02, 2701.07, 2743.51, 2901.02, 2909.24, 2929.02, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2929.61, 2930.19, 2937.222, 2941.021, 2941.14, 2941.148, 2941.401, 2941.43, 2941.51, 2945.06, 2945.10, 2945.13, 2945.21, 2945.25, 2945.33, 2945.38, 2949.02, 2949.03, 2953.02, 2953.07, 2953.08, 2953.09, 2953.10, 2953.21, 2953.23, 2953.71, 2953.72, 2953.73, 2953.81, 2967.05, 2967.12, 2967.13, 2967.193, 2967.194, 2971.03, 2971.07, 3901.87, 5101.56, 5120.113, 5120.53, 5120.61, 5139.04, and 5919.16 and to repeal sections 109.97, 120.35, 2725.19, 2929.021, 2929.022, 2929.023, 2929.024, 2929.025, 2929.03, 2929.04, 2929.05, 2929.06, 2945.20, 2947.08, 2949.21, 2949.22, 2949.221, 2949.222, 2949.24, 2949.25, 2949.26, 2949.27, 2949.28, 2949.29, 2949.31, and 2967.08 of the Revised Code to abolish the death penalty, to modify the number of jurors that may be challenged in cases where a defendant may be sentenced to life imprisonment, and to prohibit public funding for the use of lethal injection drugs in nontherapeutic abortions, assisting suicide, and executing a death sentence.
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• Introduced: 03/05/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Nickie Antonio (D)*, Steve Huffman (R)*, Willis Blackshear (D), Bill Blessing (R), Hearcel Craig (D), Alessandro Cutrona (R), Paula Hicks-Hudson (D), Catherine Ingram (D), George Lang (R), Kristina Roegner (R), Steve Wilson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/06/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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AR bill #SB218 • Last Action 03/05/2025
To Amend The Arkansas Small Business Innovation Research Matching Grant Program.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Arkansas Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Matching Grant Program to expand its scope and update its administrative procedures. The bill broadens the program to include Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants alongside existing SBIR grants, allowing businesses that receive these federal technology development grants to qualify for matching state funds. The Arkansas Economic Development Commission will now directly administer the program, replacing references to the Division of Science and Technology. The matching grants will continue to provide up to 50% of the federal grant amount, with maximum amounts of $50,000 for Phase I grants and $100,000 for Phase II grants. Eligible businesses must remain in Arkansas during the grant period, designate an Arkansas resident as the principal investigator, and be principally engaged in targeted technology-related business activities such as advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, information technology, and bio-based products. The bill also maintains existing requirements that at least 51% of the grant funds be spent in Arkansas and that disbursements occur on a reimbursement basis after invoice and financial report approval.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Missy Irvin (R)*, Trey Steimel (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: House Agriculture, Forestry & Economic Development (10:00:00 3/5/2025 Room 138)
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FL bill #H1163 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Recovery Residences
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses various aspects of recovery residences (housing for individuals recovering from substance abuse) in Florida, making several key changes. The bill modifies licensing procedures for recovery residences, including streamlining the process for interim and probationary licenses, and clarifying conditions under which licenses can be issued, suspended, or revoked. It establishes zoning protections for certified recovery residences, mandating that municipalities and counties allow these facilities in multifamily residential zones without additional approvals. The bill creates a new Substance Abuse and Recovery Residence Efficiency Committee within the Department of Children and Families to analyze regulatory frameworks, identify treatment impediments, and assess oversight of substance abuse treatment providers. It also updates requirements for recovery residence administrators, including personnel-to-resident ratios and management capabilities. Additionally, the bill strengthens confidentiality protections for patient records and modifies reporting requirements for service providers. The legislation aims to improve the regulatory environment for recovery residences, ensure patient safety, and streamline administrative processes for treatment facilities. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes provisions for the newly created committee to submit a report to state leadership by October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to recovery residences; amending s. 397.403, F.S.; revising requirements for applicants for certified recovery residence licenses; amending s. 397.407, F.S.; providing that interim licenses may be issued by the Department of Children and Families to a new owner of a recovery residence; revising the definition of the term "transfer"; requiring the department to issue an interim license within a specified timeframe; providing that the department has a specified timeframe after receiving an application to review it for completeness; prohibiting the department from issuing an interim license when doing so would place the health, safety, or welfare of individuals at risk; prohibiting the expiration of an interim license; requiring that an interim license be converted to a regular license with a specified timeframe; authorizing the department to issue a probationary license to an existing licensed service provider if the department makes specified findings; providing applicability; providing that a probationary license, rather than an interim license, expires 90 days after it is issued; amending s. 397.415, F.S.; revising conditions under which the department may deny, suspend, or revoke the license of a service provider or the operation of any service component or location identified on the license; amending s. 397.487, F.S.; requiring that Level IV certified recovery residence providers undergo a recertification audit at a certain interval, subject to annual due payments being made; providing that only the department may suspend or revoke a Level IV certified recovery residence provider's license; deleting a requirement that a certified recovery residence must immediately remove a person who is arrested for or convicted of a certain criminal offense; providing that a recovery residence is deemed a nontransient residential use of land for a specified purpose; prohibiting a local law, ordinance, or regulation from prohibiting or regulating a recovery residence in a multifamily structure; requiring a county or a municipality to allow certain certified recovery residences in specific zoned districts, without the need to obtain changes in certain zoning or land use; providing that certified recovery residences in multifamily structures are administratively approved and no further action by the governing body of the municipality or county is required under certain circumstances; authorizing a municipality or a county to deny the establishment of a certified Level IV recovery residence if the proposed use is adjacent to, or on two or more sides of, a parcel zoned for a specified use and within a certain single-family residential development; defining the term "adjacent to"; requiring that a municipality or a county reduce any local parking requirements for a proposed certified recovery residence by a specified percentage under certain circumstances; providing applicability; providing that certified recovery residences that provide housing to patients must maintain such patients' confidential records; amending s. 397.4871, F.S.; providing that the personnel-to-resident ratio for a certified recovery residence must be met only when the residents are at the residence; providing that a certified recovery residence administrator for Level IV certified recovery residences which maintains a specified personnel-to-patient ratio has no limitation on the number of residents it may manage; amending s. 397.501, F.S.; prohibiting an agency or a division from transmitting certain records to any other agency, division, or third party; providing an exception; revising liability for licensed service providers; amending s. 509.032, F.S.; providing construction; creating the Substance Abuse and Recovery Residence Efficiency Committee within the Department of Children and Families; requiring the department to provide the committee with administrative and staff support services; providing the purpose of the committee; providing the membership of the committee; requiring that appointments to the committee be made by a specified date; providing that each member serves at the pleasure of the person or body that appointed the member; requiring the committee to select a chair; requiring the committee to convene by a specified date and to meet monthly or upon the call of the chair; providing the duties of the committee; requiring the committee to submit a report to the Governor and the Legislature by a specified date; providing for future legislative review and repeal; reenacting s. 397.4104(2), F.S., relating to record of recovery residences used by service providers, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 397.415, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 397.4873(1) and (7), F.S., relating to referrals to or from recovery residences, prohibitions, and penalties, to incorporate the amendments made to ss. 397.415, 397.487, and 397.4871, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 397.47891(12)(c), 394.47892(8)(c), 395.3025(3), 397.334(10)(c), 397.752, and 400.494(1), F.S., relating to veterans treatment court programs; mental health court programs; patient and personnel records, copies, examination; treatment-based drug court programs; scope of part; and information about patients confidential, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 397.501, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Owen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Now in Human Services Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1569 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Stricken Matters
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law (section 119.0714) to create a new exemption for certain stricken materials in noncriminal court cases. Specifically, the bill allows for information in court documents that has been formally stricken by a court to be kept confidential if the court determines that the material is immaterial, impertinent, or sham, and would either defame an individual, damage their reputation, or jeopardize their safety. The exemption is not permanent; it is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reenacts it. The bill includes a statement of public necessity, arguing that protecting individuals from potentially harmful or defamatory stricken materials serves an important public purpose and that the potential harm of releasing such information outweighs any public benefit of disclosure. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies only to noncriminal court cases, providing an additional layer of personal protection in legal proceedings.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0714, F.S.; exempting from the public record certain stricken matters in noncriminal cases; providing for the future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chad Johnson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Now in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1429 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Insurance Regulations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms various aspects of insurance regulations in Florida, covering multiple sectors including health maintenance organizations, property and casualty insurance, continuing care facilities, and reciprocal insurers. The bill introduces significant changes across several key areas. Key provisions include: establishing new cybersecurity reporting requirements for insurers, mandating rate transparency reports for residential property insurers, creating more stringent oversight for management companies of continuing care facilities, revising rules for reciprocal insurers' governance and financial management, enhancing financial reporting and disclosure requirements, and implementing stricter standards for providers facing financial challenges. The bill aims to improve consumer protection, increase transparency in insurance markets, and strengthen regulatory oversight of various insurance entities and providers. The changes range from technical amendments to substantial new regulatory frameworks, with implementation dates mostly set for July 1, 2025, though some provisions have specific transition periods for existing entities to achieve compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance regulations; amending s. 48.151, F.S.; providing that the Chief Financial Officer is the agent for service of process on health maintenance organizations; amending s. 252.63, F.S.; revising the content of a publication from the Commissioner of Insurance Regulation relating to orders applicable to insurance in areas under the state of emergency; amending s. 624.4085, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "life and health insurer"; amending s. 624.422, F.S.; providing that the appointment of the Chief Financial Officer for service of process applies to insurers withdrawing from and ceasing operations in this state until all insurers' liabilities in this state are extinguished; amending s. 624.45, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 624.610, F.S.; removing certain provisions relating to credits allowed in specified reinsurance circumstances and relating to assuming insurers' accreditations; requiring filing fees from reinsurers requesting to operate in this state; removing applicability provisions; amending s. 626.9651, F.S.; requiring the Office of Insurance Regulation and the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules on cybersecurity of certain insurance data; providing requirements for such rules; providing duties of the office; amending s. 627.062, F.S.; prohibiting personal residential property insurers from submitting more than one "use and file" filing under certain circumstances; providing an exception; amending s. 627.0621, F.S.; requiring certain rate filings with the office from residential property insurers to include rate transparency reports; providing for acceptance or rejection by the office of such reports; providing requirements for such reports; requiring insurers to provide such reports to consumers; requiring the office to define terms used in such reports; requiring the office to establish and maintain a specified center on its website; providing requirements for the website; amending s. 627.0645, F.S.; revising requirements of rate filing with the office; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; prohibiting motor vehicle insurers from submitting more than one "use and file" filing under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.4554, F.S.; requiring that certain forms be posted on the website of the Department of Financial Services, rather than the office; amending s. 627.6699, F.S.; removing and revising definitions; removing provisions relating to the creation of the Florida Small Employer Health Reinsurance Program; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with a state university to design, operate, upgrade, and maintain a specified database; requiring property insurers to file certain policyholder forms in the database; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.7152, F.S.; removing provisions relating to requirements for reporting and rulemaking regarding property insurance claims paid under assignment agreements; creating s. 627.9145, F.S.; providing reporting requirements for residential property insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.915, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for private passenger automobile insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; providing requirements for such rules; removing reporting requirement provisions for certain insurers; amending ss. 628.081 and 628.091, F.S.; removing the requirement that domestic insurer incorporators execute articles of incorporation and file them with the office in triplicate; amending s. 628.111, F.S.; removing the requirement that domestic insurers make copies of amendments to articles of incorporation in triplicate; amending s. 628.461, F.S.; specifying the method of sending notifications regarding transactions or proposed transactions of voting securities of stock insurers or controlling companies; revising the method of filing certain statements; amending s. 628.4615, F.S.; revising the method by which amendments to certain applications must be sent to specialty insurers; amending s. 628.717, F.S.; revising requirements for the office's responses upon receipt of articles of incorporation; amending s. 628.719, F.S.; revising the method by which mutual insurance holding companies show their adoption of article of incorporation amendments and deliver the amendments to the office; revising the requirements for the office's responses upon receipt of amendments; amending s. 628.910, F.S.; removing the requirement that captive insurance company incorporators file articles of incorporation in triplicate; revising the office's responses upon receipt of captive insurance company articles of incorporation; amending s. 629.011, F.S.; revising and providing definitions; amending s. 629.071, F.S.; authorizing assessable and nonassessable reciprocal insurers, rather than domestic reciprocal insurers, to transact insurance if they maintain specified amounts of surplus funds; amending s. 629.081, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; creating s. 629.082, F.S.; providing that attorneys in fact of reciprocals are affiliates of the reciprocals for specified purposes; creating s. 629.1015, F.S.; requiring documentation supporting that fees, commissions, and other financial considerations and payments to affiliates by reciprocal insurers are fair and reasonable; providing guidelines for the office in determining whether the fees, commissions, and other financial considerations and payments are fair and reasonable; providing requirements for documentation of such fees; amending s. 629.121, F.S.; providing that certain bonds filed with the office as security are filed by attorneys in fact, rather than attorneys of domestic reciprocal insurers; increasing the bond amount; creating s. 629.162, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to require subscriber contributions; providing disclosure and reporting requirements for subscriber contributions; creating s. 629.163, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to establish subscriber savings accounts; providing construction; providing requirements for subscriber savings accounts; creating s. 629.164, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to make distributions to subscribers from subscriber savings accounts; granting to subscribers' advisory committees sole authority to authorize distributions, subject to prior written approval by the office; providing requirements for reciprocal insurers that prohibit subscribers from receiving distributions for a specified period of time; providing construction; authorizing reciprocal insurers to return to subscribers unused premiums, savings, and credits accruing to their accounts; authorizing domestic reciprocal insurers to pay portions of unassigned funds; providing distribution limits; prohibiting distribution discriminations; amending s. 629.171, F.S.; revising requirements for filing with the office annual statements by reciprocal insurers; amending s. 629.181, F.S; replacing surplus deposits of subscribers with subscriber contributions; providing limits on subscriber contributions; amending s. 629.201, F.S.; requiring that each domestic reciprocal insurer have a subscribers' advisory committee; requiring that such committee be formed in compliance with specified laws; requiring that rules and amendments adopted by subscribers have prior approval by the office; revising subscribers' advisory committees' duties and membership; providing for election and terms; repealing s. 629.271, F.S., relating to distribution of savings; amending s. 629.291, F.S.; providing that forms filed with the office for plans to merge a reciprocal insurer with another reciprocal insurer or to convert a reciprocal insurer to a stock or mutual insurer are adopted by the commission rather than the office; amending s. 629.301, F.S.; specifying the manner in which impaired reciprocal insurers are proceeded against if they cannot make up deficiencies in assets; specifying the manner in which assessments are levied upon subscribers if reciprocal insurers are liquidated; providing that assessments are subject to specified limits; repealing ss. 629.401 and 629.520, F.S., relating to insurance exchange and the authority of a limited reciprocal insurer, respectively; creating s. 629.56, F.S.; requiring reciprocal insurers to maintain unearned premium reserves at all times; amending s. 634.401, F.S.; revising provisions relating to coverage for accidental damage under a service warranty; creating s. 641.2012, F.S.; providing applicability of service of process provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 641.26, F.S.; revising requirements for filing annual and quarterly reports by health maintenance organizations; creating s. 641.283, F.S.; providing applicability of administrative supervision and hazardous insurer condition provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 651.011, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 651.018, F.S.; providing duties for the office if certain conditions exist in continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.019, F.S.; requiring continuing care providers to provide to the office specified information on financing and intended use of proceeds under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.0212, F.S.; requiring and authorizing the office to deny or revoke a provider's authority to engage in certain continuing care activities under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.0215, F.S.; revising the timeframe for the office to examine and respond to consolidated applications for provisional certificates of authority and certificates of authority for providers of continuing care; removing provisions relating to the duties of the office in responding to such applications; amending s. 651.022, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for provisional certificates of authority of providers of continuing care; removing provisions relating to duties of the office in responding to such applications; amending s. 651.023, F.S.; conforming cross-references and provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 651.024, F.S.; providing applicability of certain specialty insurer provisions and nonapplicability of certain continuing care provider requirements to bondholders under certain circumstances; defining the term "consent rights"; providing applicability of such provisions to certain entities under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.0246, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for expansion of certificated continuing care facilities; removing specified duties of the office in responding to such applications; revising the timeframe for the office to review such applications; amending s. 651.026, F.S.; revising requirements for annual reports filed by providers of continuing care; providing requirements for quarterly reports; amending s. 651.0261, F.S.; providing additional requirements for quarterly reports filed by continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.033, F.S.; requiring office approval before execution of an agreement for establishing an escrow account; defining the terms "emergency" and "business day"; specifying circumstances under which providers of continuing care may withdraw a specified percentage of the required minimum liquid reserve; revising the timeframe for the office to deny petitions for emergency withdrawals; providing duties of escrow agents; amending s. 651.034, F.S.; revising duties of the office relating to impaired continuing care providers; amending s. 651.035, F.S.; providing requirements for continuing care providers' minimum liquid reserve accounts in escrow; providing requirements for debt service reserve transfers from one financial institution or lender to another; revising and providing requirements for continuing care providers' operating reserves in escrow; amending s. 651.043, F.S.; revising circumstances under which certain notices of management changes must be provided to the office; amending s. 651.055, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 651.071, F.S.; providing that continuing care and continuing care at-home contracts are not subordinate to any secured claims and must be treated with higher priority over all other claims in the event of receivership or liquidation proceedings against a provider; providing an exception; amending s. 651.085, F.S.; requiring designated resident representatives in continuing care facilities to perform their duties in good faith; requiring each continuing care facility to have its own designated resident representative; specifying the methods for notifications to designated resident representatives of certain meetings; creating s. 651.087, F.S; providing requirements for certain collection and distribution of funds by residents of continuing care facilities; providing duties of providers relating to such funds; providing requirements for providers who borrow or solicit funds from residents; providing that failure to comply with specified collection and distribution provisions is a violation of minimum liquid reserve requirements; authorizing the commission to require certain statements or filing to be submitted by electronic means; amending s. 651.091, F.S.; requiring continuing care facilities to post notices of bankruptcy proceedings; providing requirements for such notices; requiring continuing care facilities to maintain certain records; requiring providers of continuing care to make certain records available for review and to deliver copies of specified disclosure statements; providing liability and penalties; providing applicability; prohibiting persons from filing or maintaining actions under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.104, F.S.; prohibiting persons from acting or holding themselves out as management companies for continuing care retirement communities without a certificate of authority; providing requirements for certificate of authority applications; prohibiting the office from issuing certificates of authority under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.1041, F.S.; providing applicability of specified insurer provisions to acquisitions of management companies; creating s. 651.1043, F.S.; providing requirements for management company annual and quarterly financial statements; requiring acquisition application filings under certain circumstances; requiring monthly statement filings under certain circumstances; providing fines for noncompliance; providing rulemaking authority; creating s. 651.1045, F.S.; providing grounds for the office to refuse, suspend, and revoke management company certificates of authority; providing that revocation of a management company's certificate of authority does not relieve a provider from specified obligations to residents and from annual statement filings and license fees; authorizing the office to seek enforcement actions; amending s. 651.105, F.S.; authorizing the office to examine the businesses of management companies and their parents, subsidiaries, and affiliates under certain circumstances; requiring the office to notify management companies of compliance deficiencies and to require corrective actions or plans; requiring management companies to respond to such notices; amending s. 651.1065, F.S.; prohibiting management companies from engaging in certain acts if delinquency proceedings have been or are to be initiated; providing penalties; creating s. 651.1068, F.S.; prohibiting officers and directors of insolvent providers or management companies from serving as officers and directors of providers and management companies and from having control over the selection of officers and directors under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.107, F.S.; requiring management companies to file annual statements and pay license fees during periods of certificate of authority suspension; providing for automatic reinstatement or revocation of certificates of authority; amending s. 651.108, F.S.; providing administrative fines for management companies for certain violations; creating s. 651.113, F.S.; defining the term "negative fund balance"; providing guidelines for the commissioner to determine whether a provider or facility is insolvent or in imminent danger of becoming insolvent; requiring providers and facilities determined to be insolvent or in danger of insolvency to prepare a plan; authorizing the office to issue an order requiring a provider or facility to engage in certain acts under certain circumstances; authorizing the office to issue immediate final orders requiring certain acts; providing construction; amending s. 651.114, F.S.; removing provisions relating to continuing care facility trustees and lenders; creating s. 651.1165, F.S.; requiring the office to record notices of lien against continuing care facilities' properties; providing requirements for such liens; providing for lien foreclosures in civil actions; providing that such liens are preferred to all liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances upon the property and all unrecorded liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances; providing conditions for lien releases; amending ss. 627.642, 627.6475, 627.657, and 627.66997, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing applicability dates; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Fabricio (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Now in Insurance & Banking Subcommittee
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OH bill #HB72 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Prohibit public funding for lethal injection drugs; death penalty
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to abolish the death penalty in Ohio and make several related changes to state law. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill eliminates the death penalty as a sentencing option for criminal offenses in Ohio. Specifically, for offenders previously sentenced to death, the bill requires that their sentences be converted to life imprisonment without parole. Any existing death sentences will be changed to life imprisonment, and offenders retain their existing rights to appeals and post-conviction remedies. The bill also makes several complementary changes to state law, including: 1. Prohibiting public funding for lethal injection drugs used in nontherapeutic abortions, assisted suicide, or executions. 2. Removing references to the death penalty from various sections of the Ohio Revised Code. 3. Modifying jury selection procedures by removing special provisions related to capital cases. 4. Eliminating provisions specific to capital case prosecutions and post-conviction proceedings. 5. Ensuring that records and reports related to previously existing capital cases will continue to be maintained and processed under existing rules until those cases are fully resolved. The bill includes provisions to preserve the legal status of existing death penalty cases, meaning that offenders sentenced to death before the bill's effective date will not have their fundamental legal rights altered. Attorneys appointed to represent these defendants in post-conviction proceedings will still be required to meet the same certification standards that existed prior to the bill. The legislation reflects a broader movement to eliminate capital punishment, focusing on preserving life imprisonment as the most severe criminal sentence while maintaining the integrity of existing legal processes.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 9.04, 9.07, 120.03, 120.041, 120.06, 120.14, 120.16, 120.18, 120.24, 120.26, 120.28, 120.33, 120.34, 149.43, 149.436, 1901.183, 2152.13, 2152.67, 2301.20, 2307.60, 2317.02, 2701.07, 2743.51, 2901.02, 2909.24, 2929.02, 2929.13, 2929.14, 2929.61, 2930.19, 2937.222, 2941.021, 2941.14, 2941.148, 2941.401, 2941.43, 2941.51, 2945.06, 2945.10, 2945.13, 2945.21, 2945.25, 2945.33, 2945.38, 2949.02, 2949.03, 2953.02, 2953.07, 2953.08, 2953.09, 2953.10, 2953.21, 2953.23, 2953.71, 2953.72, 2953.73, 2953.81, 2967.05, 2967.12, 2967.13, 2967.193, 2967.194, 2971.03, 2971.07, 3901.87, 5101.56, 5120.113, 5120.53, 5120.61, 5139.04, and 5919.16 and to repeal sections 109.97, 120.35, 2725.19, 2929.021, 2929.022, 2929.023, 2929.024, 2929.025, 2929.03, 2929.04, 2929.05, 2929.06, 2945.20, 2947.08, 2949.21, 2949.22, 2949.221, 2949.222, 2949.24, 2949.25, 2949.26, 2949.27, 2949.28, 2949.29, 2949.31, and 2967.08 of the Revised Code to prohibit public funding for and insurance coverage of the use of lethal injection drugs in nontherapeutic abortions and assisting suicide, to abolish the death penalty, and to modify the number of jurors that may be challenged in cases where a defendant may be sentenced to life imprisonment.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 13 : Jean Schmidt (R)*, Adam Mathews (R)*, Tim Barhorst (R), Jamie Callender (R), Kellie Deeter (R), Ron Ferguson (R), Mark Johnson (R), Brian Lorenz (R), Tracy Richardson (R), Kevin Ritter (R), Monica Robb Blasdel (R), Jodi Salvo (R), David Thomas (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Mathews, A., 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony (11:00:00 3/5/2025 Room 122)
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TX bill #HB793 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information of an applicant for or a person protected by a protective order.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Family Code to strengthen confidentiality protections for individuals seeking or protected by protective orders. Specifically, the bill changes language from "may" to "shall" in several sections, which means courts are now required (instead of having the option) to protect certain personal information. The bill mandates that upon request, courts must exclude from public records the address, county of residence, telephone number, and employment location of individuals protected by orders. Additionally, the bill introduces a new requirement that during protective order hearings, courts must explicitly inform persons present about their right to have personal information kept confidential and directly ask if they wish to have such information excluded from the order. For applicants seeking to keep their mailing address confidential, they must now disclose their address to the court, designate a person to receive notices on their behalf, and provide that person's mailing address. These changes aim to enhance personal safety by preventing sensitive location information from being easily accessible, particularly in situations involving potential domestic violence or harassment. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will apply to both pending and new protective order applications filed on or after that date.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain personal information of an applicant for or a person protected by a protective order.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Senfronia Thompson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to s/c on Family & Fiduciary Relationships by Speaker
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FL bill #H1383 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub.Rec./Voter Registration Record Maintenance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's voter registration record maintenance laws to create a public records exemption for certain confidential information received from other states or the District of Columbia through memoranda of understanding (MOUs). Specifically, the bill allows the Department of State to receive and keep confidential any voter registration information from another state that is already considered confidential under that state's laws. The bill includes a sunset provision that will automatically repeal this exemption on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that it is critical for maintaining accurate voter rolls and ensuring fair elections, as the exemption will encourage other states to share sensitive voter information without risk of public disclosure. The bill's effectiveness is contingent on the passage of another related bill (HB 1381) in the same legislative session. The exemption applies to public records laws in Florida, protecting the shared information from being publicly accessible under state sunshine laws.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 98.075, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records containing certain information received from another state after entering into a memorandum of understanding relating to voter registration records; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jenna Persons-Mulicka (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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WA bill #SB5589 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Conducting a study of credit history, credit-based insurance scores, and other rate factors in making rates for personal insurance.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner to conduct a comprehensive study examining how insurers use credit history, credit-based insurance scores, and other rate factors that may disproportionately impact different demographic groups when setting personal insurance premiums and coverage eligibility. The study will involve collecting information from insurance entities, investigating potential disparate impacts on Washington residents based on race, ethnicity, sex, socioeconomic status, and national origin, and analyzing alternative rating factors that could reduce discriminatory practices. The insurance commissioner must contract with actuaries and consultants to analyze current insurance rating practices, identify potential alternative rating methods, and evaluate the potential impacts of these approaches on consumer costs and insurance availability. The study will result in two reports - a preliminary report due by December 31, 2025, and a final report by September 15, 2026 - which will provide policy recommendations about potentially prohibiting, allowing, or conditionally permitting the use of credit-based scoring in insurance rating. Importantly, all data collected for this study will be kept confidential, with only aggregate, non-identifying information to be made public. The bill includes an expiration date of December 31, 2033, after which the study and its provisions will no longer be in effect.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to conducting a study of credit history, credit- 2 based insurance scores, and other rate factors that may disparately 3 impact Washington residents, in making rates for personal insurance; 4 creating a new section; and providing an expiration date. 5
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Bob Hasegawa (D)*, Claudia Kauffman (D), Liz Lovelett (D), T'wina Nobles (D), Rebecca Saldaña (D), Derek Stanford (D), Claire Wilson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Consumer Protection & Business.
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TX bill #SB765 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Government Code by adding Section 552.164 to create a new exception to public information disclosure requirements, specifically protecting information related to fraud detection and deterrence. The bill defines fraud detection information broadly, including risk assessments, reports, data, protocols, technology specifications, manuals, instructions, investigative materials, crossmatches, mental impressions, and communications that could reveal how governmental bodies prevent, investigate, or evaluate fraud. These materials will now be considered confidential and exempt from public disclosure requirements under Section 552.021 of the Government Code. However, the bill ensures that this confidentiality does not prevent governmental bodies from sharing such information as authorized by other laws for law enforcement and fraud detection and prevention purposes. The new provision is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving government agencies time to prepare for the change in information handling procedures.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of fraud detection and deterrence information under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lois Kolkhorst (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Committee report printed and distributed
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KS bill #HB2160 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Enacting the municipal employee whistleblower act to provide statutory protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kansas Municipal Employee Whistleblower Act, which provides legal protections for municipal employees who report potential misconduct or violations. The act defines key terms such as "auditing agency" (which includes legislative auditors, post audit division employees, and oversight agencies), "disciplinary action" (like dismissal or demotion), "malfeasance" (unlawful conduct by municipal officials), and "misappropriation" (unauthorized use of municipal funds). Under this law, municipal supervisors cannot take disciplinary action against employees who discuss municipal operations with legislators or auditing agencies, report legal violations, or disclose malfeasance or misappropriation to relevant organizations. The bill specifies that employees are protected when reporting such issues, but cannot represent personal opinions as municipal positions or disclose false or confidential information. Employees who believe they have been wrongly disciplined can file a court action within 90 days seeking damages and potential attorney fees. Additionally, each municipality must prominently display the act where employees can easily see it, ensuring transparency and awareness of whistleblower protections. The act aims to encourage municipal employees to report potential wrongdoing without fear of professional retaliation.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning municipalities; enacting the Kansas municipal employee whistleblower act; establishing legal protections for certain municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing: Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 142-S
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PA bill #HB810 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Further providing for searchable budget database and for administration.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Pennsylvania Web Accountability and Transparency (PennWATCH) Act to enhance transparency around government settlements by requiring detailed reporting of settlements paid through various state liability insurance programs. Specifically, the bill mandates that the state's searchable budget database website must now include comprehensive information about settlements, including the Commonwealth agency involved, claim filing date, legal basis, settlement date, and settlement amount. The Department of General Services must post this information within 30 days of each settlement and electronically transmit these details to all General Assembly members every 30 days. Additionally, the bill requires Commonwealth agencies to provide settlement information to the Governor's Office of Administration within five business days of a settlement. The bill maintains existing exemptions for certain records not subject to public disclosure, such as those protected under specific legal statutes and the Right-to-Know Law. This legislation aims to increase government transparency by providing the public and legislators with more detailed and timely information about government settlements.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of June 30, 2011 (P.L.81, No.18), entitled "An act providing for the establishment of a searchable budget database-driven Internet website detailing certain information concerning taxpayer expenditures and investments," further providing for searchable budget database and for administration.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 17 : Donna Scheuren (R)*, Brad Roae (R), Milou Mackenzie (R), Dallas Kephart (R), Kristin Marcell (R), Joe Hamm (R), Stephenie Scialabba (R), Seth Grove (R), David Rowe (R), Sheryl Delozier (R), Kate Klunk (R), Andrew Kuzma (R), Dan Moul (R), Joanne Stehr (R), John Lawrence (R), Abby Major (R), Mark Gillen (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND OPERATIONS
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FL bill #H1181 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Motor Vehicle Insurance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms Florida's motor vehicle insurance laws by repealing the state's no-fault insurance system and replacing it with a new mandatory bodily injury and property damage liability coverage framework. Beginning July 1, 2026, the bill eliminates personal injury protection (PIP) insurance and requires all motor vehicle owners to maintain minimum liability insurance coverage of $25,000 for bodily injury or death to one person, $50,000 for bodily injury or death to two or more persons, and $10,000 for property damage. The legislation modifies numerous statutes across multiple sections of Florida law to remove references to PIP coverage and adjust insurance requirements for various types of vehicles, including commercial vehicles, transportation network company vehicles, and autonomous vehicles. The bill also introduces new notice requirements for insurers to inform policyholders about the changes, allows insureds to modify their existing policies, and provides for the continued enforcement of existing insurance regulations for accidents that occurred before the July 1, 2026 effective date. Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions related to uninsured motorist coverage and establishes new requirements for insurance disclosures, fraud prevention, and financial responsibility.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to motor vehicle insurance; repealing ss. 627.730, 627.731, 627.7311, 627.732, 627.733, 627.734, 627.736, 627.737, 627.739, 627.7401, 627.7403, and 627.7405, F.S., which make up the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; repealing s. 627.7407, F.S., relating to application of the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; amending s. 316.2122, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 316.646, F.S.; revising a requirement for proof of security on a motor vehicle and the applicability of the requirement; amending s. 318.18, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.02, F.S.; revising the motor vehicle insurance coverages that an applicant must show to register certain vehicles with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising construction; amending s. 320.0609, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.27, F.S.; defining the term "garage liability insurance"; revising garage liability insurance requirements for motor vehicle dealer license applicants; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; making technical changes; amending s. 320.771, F.S.; revising garage liability insurance requirements for recreational vehicle dealer license applicants; amending ss. 322.251 and 322.34, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.011, F.S.; revising legislative purpose and intent; amending s. 324.021, F.S.; revising definitions; revising minimum coverage requirements for proof of financial responsibility for specified motor vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; defining the term "for-hire passenger transportation vehicle"; amending s. 324.022, F.S.; revising minimum liability coverage requirements for motor vehicle owners or operators; revising authorized methods for meeting such requirements; deleting a provision relating to an insurer's duty to defend certain claims; revising the definition of the term "motor vehicle" to exclude some vehicles; providing security requirements for certain excluded vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.0221, F.S.; revising coverages that subject a policy to certain insurer reporting and notice requirements; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 324.0222, F.S.; providing that driver license or motor vehicle registration suspensions for failure to maintain required security which are in effect before a specified date remain in full force and effect; providing that such suspended licenses or registrations may be reinstated as provided in a specified section; amending s. 324.023, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 324.031, F.S.; specifying a method of proving financial responsibility by owners or operators of motor vehicles other than for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; revising the amount of a certificate of deposit required to elect a certain method of proof of financial responsibility; revising liability coverage requirements for a person electing to use such method; amending s. 324.032, F.S.; revising financial responsibility requirements for owners or lessees of for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; amending s. 324.051, F.S.; making technical changes; specifying that motor vehicles include motorcycles for purposes of the section; amending ss. 324.071 and 324.091, F.S.; making technical changes; amending s. 324.151, F.S.; revising requirements for motor vehicle liability insurance policies relating to coverage, and exclusion from coverage, for certain drivers and vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; making technical changes; defining terms; amending s. 324.161, F.S.; revising requirements for a certificate of deposit that is required if a person elects a certain method of proving financial responsibility; amending s. 324.171, F.S.; revising the minimum net worth requirements to qualify certain persons as self-insurers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.242, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.251, F.S.; revising a short title and an effective date; amending s. 400.9905, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "clinic"; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 400.991 and 400.9935, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 409.901, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "third-party benefit"; amending s. 409.910, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "medical coverage"; amending s. 456.057, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 456.072, F.S.; revising specified grounds for discipline for certain health professions; defining the term "upcode"; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 626.9541, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising certain prohibited acts related to specified insurance coverage payment requirements; amending s. 626.989, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "fraudulent insurance act"; amending s. 627.06501, F.S.; revising coverages that may provide for a reduction in motor vehicle insurance policy premium charges under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; specifying requirements for rate filings for motor vehicle liability policies that implement requirements in effect on a specified date; requiring that such filings be approved through a certain process; amending s. 627.0652, F.S.; revising coverages that must provide a premium charge reduction under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0653, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to premium discounts for specified motor vehicle equipment; amending s. 627.4132, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to a stacking prohibition; amending s. 627.4137, F.S.; requiring insurers to disclose certain information at the request of a claimant's attorney; authorizing a claimant to file an action under certain circumstances; providing for the award of reasonable attorney fees and costs under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.7263, F.S.; revising coverages that are deemed primary, except under certain circumstances, for the lessor of a motor vehicle for lease or rent; revising a notice that is required if the lessee's coverage is to be primary; amending s. 627.727, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising the legal liability of an uninsured motorist coverage insurer; amending s. 627.7275, F.S.; revising required coverages for a motor vehicle insurance policy; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 627.7278, F.S.; defining the term "minimum security requirements"; providing a prohibition, requirements, and construction relating to motor vehicle insurance policies as of a certain date; requiring insurers to allow certain insureds to make certain coverage changes, subject to certain conditions; requiring an insurer to provide, by a specified date, a specified notice to policyholders relating to requirements under the act; amending s. 627.728, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7295, F.S.; revising the definitions of the terms "policy" and "binder"; revising the coverages of a motor vehicle insurance policy for which a licensed general lines agent may charge a specified fee; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7415, F.S.; revising additional liability insurance requirements for commercial motor vehicles; amending s. 627.747, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.748, F.S.; revising insurance requirements for transportation network company drivers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; conforming cross-references; amending ss. 627.7483 and 627.749, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.8405, F.S.; revising coverages in a policy sold in combination with an accidental death and dismemberment policy which a premium finance company may not finance; revising rulemaking authority of the Financial Services Commission; amending ss. 627.915, 628.909, 705.184, and 713.78, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 817.234, F.S.; revising coverages that are the basis of specified prohibited false and fraudulent insurance claims; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; deleting provisions relating to prohibited changes in certain mental or physical reports; providing an appropriation; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Alvarez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Now in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1389 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Public Employees Relations Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new confidentiality protections for the Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC) by making two key changes to Florida's public records laws. First, the bill exempts draft orders and related written communications developed in preparation for any order by the PERC or its designees from public records requirements, ensuring that the commission can work on drafting orders without public scrutiny during the preliminary stages. Second, the bill protects the personal identifying and location information of the PERC's chair, commissioners, and hearing officers, along with their spouses and children, from public disclosure. The legislation includes provisions for future legislative review of these exemptions, with both sets of protections set to be automatically repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reenacts them. The bill's rationale emphasizes protecting commission personnel from potential harassment or intimidation, recognizing the sensitive nature of their quasi-judicial work and the potential risks to their personal safety if their information were to become publicly accessible. Both exemptions are designed to support the commission's ability to function effectively and protect its personnel from potential threats or undue external pressures.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 447.205, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements written communications developed in preparation for, or preliminary to, the issuance of any order by the Public Employees Relations Commission or its designees; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements the personal identifying and location information of the chair, commissioners, and hearing officers of the Public Employees Relations Commission and the personal identifying and location information of spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jenna Persons-Mulicka (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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IL bill #SB0066 • Last Action 03/05/2025
HEALTH CARE AVAILABILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board, an independent state government body designed to address high prescription drug costs. The Board will have five members appointed by the Governor who have expertise in healthcare economics, pharmaceutical markets, and clinical medicine, and will be prohibited from having conflicts of interest with drug manufacturers. The Board's primary functions include conducting cost reviews for specific prescription drugs that meet certain price thresholds, such as brand name drugs costing $60,000 or more per year or generic drugs with significant price increases. When a drug is found to create affordability challenges, the Board can establish an upper payment limit that applies to all purchases and reimbursements in the state. Notably, the bill mandates that these upper payment limits will be based on the Medicare Maximum Fair Price, ensuring consistency with federal pricing. The bill also establishes a 15-member Stakeholder Council to provide input to the Board and requires annual reporting to the General Assembly about prescription drug pricing trends and market conditions. To support its operations, the Board will be funded by annual assessments on drug manufacturers, and it will have robust transparency requirements, including open meetings and public comment opportunities. The Attorney General is empowered to enforce the Act, and individuals can appeal Board decisions through an administrative and potentially judicial review process.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Board Act. Establishes the Health Care Availability and Access Board to protect State residents, State and local governments, commercial health plans, health care providers, pharmacies licensed in the State, and other stakeholders within the health care system from the high costs of prescription drug products. Contains provisions concerning Board membership and terms; staff for the Board; Board meetings; circumstances under which Board members must recuse themselves; and other matters. Provides that the Board shall perform the following actions in open session: (i) deliberations on whether to subject a prescription drug product to a cost review; and (ii) any vote on whether to impose an upper payment limit on purchases, payments, and payor reimbursements of prescription drug products in the State. Permits the Board to adopt rules to implement the Act and to enter into a contract with a qualified, independent third party for any service necessary to carry out the powers and duties of the Board. Creates the Health Care Availability and Access Stakeholder Council to provide stakeholder input to assist the Board in making decisions as required by the Act. Contains provisions concerning Council membership, member terms, and other matters. Provides that the Board shall adopt the federal Medicare Maximum Fair Price as the upper payment limit for a prescription drug product intended for use by individuals in the State. Prohibits the Board from creating an upper payment limit that is different from the Medicare Maximum Fair Price for the prescription drug product that has a Medicare Maximum Fair Price. Requires the Board to implement an upper payment limit that is the same as the Medicare Maximum Fair Price no sooner than the Medicare implementation date. Provides that Medicare Part C and D plans are not required to reimburse at the upper payment limit. Provides that the Attorney General may enforce the Act and may pursue any available remedy under State law when enforcing the Act. Effective 180 days after becoming law.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 12 : Robert Peters (D)*, Dave Koehler (D), Mike Simmons (D), Karina Villa (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Mike Halpin (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D), Rachel Ventura (D), Mike Porfirio (D), Laura Murphy (D), Christopher Belt (D), Celina Villanueva (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Celina Villanueva
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MS bill #HR65 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Central Hinds Academy Cougar Boys Basketball Team; commend upon winning the 2024-2025 MAIS Class 4A State Championship.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: A Resolution Commending And Congratulating Central Hinds Academy Cougars Boys Basketball Team Upon Winning The Mississippi Association Of Independent Schools (mais) 2024-2025 Class 4a State Championship.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Stephanie Foster (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Enrolled Bill Signed
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FL bill #H1185 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Department of Management Services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively revises Florida's laws related to procurement, diversity, and business practices across multiple state agencies. The bill eliminates most existing provisions related to minority business enterprises, minority participation, and diversity programs, and replaces them with a new approach focused on small and Florida-based businesses. Key provisions include: The bill creates a new prohibited vendors list managed by the Department of Management Services, which will track and prevent vendors from contracting with public entities based on specific disqualifying criteria such as criminal convictions, discrimination, use of forced labor, or other serious violations. The process for adding vendors to this list includes detailed investigation procedures, administrative hearings, and opportunities for vendors to challenge their placement or seek removal. The legislation removes most references to minority business enterprises and related definitions, instead emphasizing support for small businesses and Florida-based enterprises. It defines a "Florida-based enterprise" as a business that is incorporated in Florida, maintains a physical location in the state, and has more than 50% of its workforce domiciled in Florida. The bill eliminates many existing requirements for minority representation on boards, commissions, and in procurement processes. It modifies equal employment opportunity language to prohibit discrimination but removes previous affirmative action and minority recruitment provisions. The Office of Supplier Diversity is renamed and its mission is refocused to assist Florida-based enterprises in becoming suppliers to state government, with an emphasis on providing information, technical assistance, and certification services. The bill makes numerous technical changes across Florida statutes to remove references to minority business enterprises, minority representation, and related programs, effectively dismantling previous minority business support frameworks while establishing new provisions for supporting small and local businesses. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing state agencies and businesses time to adjust to the new regulatory environment.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Department of Management Services; repealing s. 24.113, F.S., relating to minority participation; amending s. 110.112, F.S.; providing for equal employment opportunity; prohibiting discrimination in employment; prohibiting a hiring manager from engaging in certain employment practices; authorizing certain persons to file a complaint with the Attorney General or the Department of Business of Professional Regulation; amending s. 110.123, F.S.; revising definitions; amending s. 110.12301, F.S.; providing for competitive procurement of claims review services for state group health insurance plans; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; revising exempt positions that are not covered by the career service system; revising the definition of the term "department"; amending s. 110.211, F.S.; revising recruitment provisions relating to the career service system; amending s. 110.605, F.S.; revising the personnel rules of the Department of Management Services; amending ss. 112.19 and 112.191, F.S.; revising specified benefits of law enforcement officers and firefighters, respectively; amending s. 217.07, F.S.; requiring that specified funds be used for specified purposes; repealing ss. 255.101 and 255.102, F.S., relating to contracts for public construction works and contractor use of minority business enterprises, respectively; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; revising the powers, duties, and functions of the department relating to commodities, insurance, and contractual services; amending s. 287.055, F.S.; revising the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act relating to public announcement and qualification procedures and competitive selection; amending s. 287.057, F.S.; revising provisions relating to procurement of commodities or contractual services; amending s. 287.084, F.S.; revising provisions relating to preference to Florida businesses; providing applicability; repealing ss. 287.093, 287.0931, 287.094, 287.0943, and 287.09431, F.S., relating to minority business enterprises and programs; amending s. 287.09451, F.S.; renaming the Office of Supplier Diversity as the Office of Supplier Development; revising the office's powers, duties, and functions; defining the term "Florida-based enterprise"; repealing s. 287.0947, F.S., relating to the Florida Advisory Council on Small and Minority Business Development; repealing ss. 287.133, 287.134, and 287.1346, F.S., relating to denial or revocation of the right to transact business with public entities; repealing s. 287.1351, F.S., relating to suspended vendors and state contracts; creating s. 287.1355, F.S.; providing definitions; requiring the Department of Management Services to establish a prohibited vendors list; requiring a certain certification and disclosure by vendors at a specified time; requiring a specified statement to be contained in any invitation to bid, request for proposal, invitation to negotiate, or any contract entered into by a date certain; providing construction; requiring the department to maintain by electronic means the prohibited vendors list; requiring such list to be posted on the department's website and updated within a specified time period; requiring specified notice from vendors, affiliates, and public entities to the department; requiring the department to conduct an investigation; authorizing the department to issue a written demand on vendors in certain instances; requiring department investigations to be conducted in accordance with specified rules; requiring the department to send notice of its investigation determination in certain instances; providing notice requirements; prohibiting vendors that do not receive such notice from being placed on the prohibited vendors list; authorizing vendors to file a petition for an administrative hearing; providing for waiver of the right to such a hearing in certain instances; prohibiting vendors from filing a petition for a specified hearing; providing for procedural applicability; providing exceptions; requiring the department to establish its administrative action by a specified burden of proof; providing for a certain rebuttable presumption; providing for a specified burden of proof of the vendor; listing certain factors that the administrative law judge must consider in such hearing; prohibiting vendors from engaging in public contracting and purchasing upon issuance of a specified order; authorizing vendors to file a petition for removal from the prohibited vendors list in certain instances and within a specified time; requiring removal proceedings to be conducted by specified law; providing for the considerations of the administrative law judge in such proceedings; prohibiting vendors from filing subsequent petitions for removal within a specified time period in certain instances; authorizing the department to file such a petition in certain instances; providing that vendors and affiliates placed on the prohibited vendors list are ineligible to receive certain incentives; providing applicability; prohibiting a public entity from contracting with vendors which would provide access to certain information unless a specified affidavit is submitted; requiring a vendor, by a specified date, to submit a specified affidavit to extend or renew a contract with a public entity; requiring the department to adopt rules; repealing s. 288.1167, F.S., relating to sports franchise contract provisions for food and beverage concession and contract awards to minority business enterprises; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; amending s. 288.7015, F.S.; revising the duties of the rules ombudsman; amending s. 288.702, F.S.; revising a short title; amending s. 288.703, F.S.; revising definitions; amending s. 288.7031, F.S.; revising applicability; amending s. 288.705, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the statewide contracts register; repealing ss. 288.706, 288.7094, 288.7102, 288.71025, 288.7103, and 288.714, F.S., relating to the Florida Minority Business Loan Mobilization Program and the Black Business Loan Program; amending s. 295.187, F.S.; providing duties of the Office of Supplier Development relating to the Florida Veteran Business Enterprise Opportunity act; repealing s. 373.607, F.S., relating to minority business enterprise procurement goals; repealing s. 473.3065, F.S., relating to the Clay Ford Scholarship Program and the Certified Public Accountant Education Minority Assistance Advisory Council; repealing s. 641.217, F.S., relating to the requirement of minority recruitment and retention plans under the Health Maintenance Organization Act; repealing s. 760.80, F.S., relating to minority representation on boards, commissions, councils, and committees; amending ss. 16.615, 17.11, 20.60, 43.16, 110.105, 110.116, 110.211, 110.403, 187.201, 212.096, 215.971, 255.0992, 255.20, 282.201, 282.709, 286.101, 287.012, 287.0571, 287.056, 287.059, 287.0591, 287.138, 288.0001, 288.001, 288.0065, 288.12266, 288.124, 288.776, 290.004, 290.0056, 290.0057, 290.046, 320.63, 331.351, 334.045, 338.227, 339.2821, 339.63, 348.754, 376.3072, 376.84, 381.986, 394.47865, 402.7305, 408.045, 409.901, 440.45, 489.125, 570.07, 616.255, 616.256, 625.3255, 627.351, 627.3511, 657.042, 658.67, 947.02, 947.021, 957.09, 1001.706, 1004.435, 1009.70, 1013.45, and 1013.46, F.S.; conforming cross-references and provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Judson Sapp (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1291 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Florida Is For Veterans, Inc.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program by creating a public records exemption for materials and information received or generated by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc. while administering the program. Specifically, the bill protects confidential information such as trade secrets, workforce training plans, business transactions, military records, skills assessments, career goals, resumes, contact information, financial details, and funding agreements. These materials would be exempt from public records requirements, though aggregated data without personal identifying information would remain accessible. The exemption is designed to protect the privacy of veterans, employers, educational institutions, and other organizations participating in the program, which aims to help servicemembers, veterans, and their spouses find employment and develop entrepreneurial skills. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The Legislature argues that this exemption is necessary to prevent exposure of sensitive personal and business information, which could discourage participation in the program and ultimately hinder workforce and economic development efforts in Florida.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 295.22, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified materials and information received, generated, ascertained, or discovered by Florida Is For Veterans, Inc., while administering the Veterans Florida Opportunity Program; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Redondo (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
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WA bill #SB5784 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Encouraging agency demographic data collection.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve demographic data collection across Washington state agencies by requiring more detailed and nuanced tracking of racial, ethnic, and cultural information. The legislation mandates that state agencies collect voluntary self-identification demographic data using the federal Office of Management and Budget's Statistical Policy Directive Number 15 as a baseline, but encourages agencies to go beyond minimum categories to better capture the state's diversity. Specifically, the bill requires agencies to break down broad demographic categories into more specific subcategories, using the Asian demographic as an example by recommending disaggregation into groups like Chinese, Vietnamese, Filipino, Korean, Japanese, and Indian, and potentially further breaking these down by region, language, or specific cultural identities. Agencies must include these detailed demographic data in reports published after June 30, 2025, and explain their data collection methodology. The bill allows agencies to request exemptions or variances in data collection from the Office of Financial Management if they can justify that the detailed data collection would be overly burdensome or not sufficiently useful. For the education sector, the bill also updates existing law to align with these new demographic data collection standards, adding Middle Eastern/North African as a specific subgroup and requiring more granular reporting on student demographics and outcomes. The overall intent is to provide more accurate and meaningful data to help measure the effectiveness of state programs and assess equity of opportunity across different population groups.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to agency demographic data collection; reenacting 2 and amending RCW 28A.300.042; and adding a new chapter to Title 42 3 RCW. 4
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Hasegawa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections.
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FL bill #H1419 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Applicants for President of a State University or Florida College System Institution
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's statute regarding presidential searches for state universities and Florida College System institutions by adding a definition for the term "final group of applicants" and making technical changes to existing law. Specifically, the bill defines a "final group of applicants" as comprising no fewer than two candidates who will receive final consideration for a presidential position. The bill also adjusts the existing public meetings exemption related to identifying and vetting presidential candidates, which allows portions of meetings discussing applicant information to remain confidential and exempt from standard open meetings requirements. This change maintains the privacy of applicants during the presidential search process by preventing the public disclosure of personal identifying information before a final selection is made. The modifications to the statute are technical in nature, primarily clarifying terminology and reorganizing existing subsections, and will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to applicants for president of a state university or Florida College System institution; amending s. 1004.098, F.S.; defining the term "final group of applicants"; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Antone (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Education Administration Subcommittee
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CO bill #SB162 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Railroad Safety Requirements
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive railroad safety requirements in Colorado, focusing on enhancing rail safety oversight, emergency response, and environmental protection. The bill creates a dedicated Office of Rail Safety within the Public Utilities Commission, granting it exclusive authority to inspect, investigate, and regulate specific types of railroads, including Class I and passenger railroads. The office is tasked with collecting and analyzing detailed safety data, including train configurations, maintenance activities, and crossing equipment information. A key provision requires railroads to pay an annual fee to support the office's operations, calculated based on factors like total train miles and public crossings. The bill also mandates improved emergency response protocols, allowing train crew members to communicate with first responders during emergencies and providing them immunity from civil liability for good-faith actions. Additionally, the office must conduct a comprehensive assessment of the state's ability to respond to large-scale hazardous material releases, including mapping environmentally critical areas and evaluating first responder training and equipment. The legislation aims to align Colorado with other states' rail safety programs, reduce accident risks, and protect public health, environmental sustainability, and economic interests.
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Bill Summary: The bill requires that, immediately after a railroad notifies the state's watch center in the department of public safety (watch center) of an emergency involving a train, the watch center must notify the public utilities commission (commission) and the office of rail safety (office) of the incident. The commission is required to submit a report to specified committees of the general assembly on the information reported by railroads regarding an emergency involving a train. A crew member of a train operated by a railroad may communicate with first responders during an emergency situation after notifying the railroad dispatch. A crew member has discretion in determining the appropriate response to the emergency situation, including cutting the railroad crossing. A railroad or a crew member is immune from civil liability and is not liable in civil damages for actions taken in good faith in the course of a response to an emergency situation involving a train. The bill eliminates the shared authority that the commission, the department of public safety, and the department of transportation had to inspect and investigate railroads and grants the commission alone the authority to inspect, investigate, and regulate the following railroads: ! A class I railroad; ! A railroad operating any line that was used by class I railroads as of July 1, 2024; and ! A passenger railroad. The bill requires the office to gather, analyze, and assess information, including: ! Data to create a more comprehensive understanding of railroad safety; ! An assessment of the state's ability to respond to a large-scale release of hazardous materials from railroad transportation; ! The best practices for ensuring financial responsibility for response, cleanup, and damages from major rail events, including reviewing best practices from other states; and ! Communication issues impacting railroad lines in the state. A railroad regulated by the commission is required to pay a fee to cover the costs incurred by the commission and the office in relation to the bill. The commission shall determine a methodology for calculating the fee by rule, but the commission must include specified criteria in the calculation. A railroad regulated by the commission must pay the fee in equal quarterly installments and is subject to penalties and interest if they fail to timely pay the fee.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Lisa Cutter (D)*, Marc Snyder (D)*, Javier Mabrey (D)*, Elizabeth Velasco (D)*, Sheila Lieder (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Transportation & Energy Refer Amended to Appropriations
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KS bill #HB2270 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Authorizing the chief information security officer to receive audit reports and updating statutes related to services provided by the chief information technology officer.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates and clarifies the roles and responsibilities of the chief information technology officer (CITO) and chief information security officer (CISO) in Kansas, primarily focusing on enhancing technology services and security across state government. The bill expands the CITO's authority to include managing cloud computing services, telecommunications, and technology infrastructure for executive branch agencies, with new provisions allowing the office to coordinate and control technology acquisitions, equipment procurement, and service contracts. Key changes include requiring software-as-a-service applications to be registered with the office of information technology services, mandating approval for computing equipment purchases over $75,000, and giving the CITO broader powers to establish technology standards and policies across the executive branch. The bill also updates audit reporting procedures to include the chief information security officer as a recipient of technology audit reports, and adds new responsibilities for the CITO such as creating a device inventory database, preparing strategic technology direction, and analyzing technology expenditures to identify efficiencies. Additionally, the legislation allows the CITO to request the Kansas National Guard to perform vulnerability assessments of state information systems, further strengthening the state's cybersecurity capabilities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning information technology; relating to services provided by the chief information technology officer; authorizing the chief information security officer to receive audit reports; amending K.S.A. 46-1135, 75-4704, 75-4705, 75-4709 and 75-4710 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 75-7205 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 9:00 AM Room 218-N - CANCELED
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FL bill #H1301 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Child Welfare
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes extensive modifications to Florida's child welfare laws, addressing various aspects of child protection, residential care, and unaccompanied alien children. The bill creates new definitions and requirements for unaccompanied alien children, mandating that individuals who obtain physical custody of such children must report to the Department of Children and Families, verify their relationship through DNA testing or documentation, and face potential criminal penalties for non-compliance. It establishes a Family Advocacy Program to coordinate child protective investigations involving military families and expands the Office of Statewide Prosecution's ability to investigate certain child-related violations. The bill also modifies licensing standards for child care facilities, residential child-caring agencies, and community residential homes, including provisions that make it easier to establish such facilities by reducing proximity and fire safety restrictions. Additionally, the bill updates definitions related to missing children, allows law enforcement more flexibility in taking children into custody under specific court orders, and provides the Department of Children and Families with more administrative flexibility in certifying domestic violence centers and granting exemptions for child care personnel. The legislation aims to strengthen child protection mechanisms, streamline administrative processes, and provide clearer guidelines for various child welfare scenarios.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child welfare; amending s. 16.56, F.S.; authorizing the Office of Statewide Prosecution in the Department of Legal Affairs to investigate and prosecute specified violations; amending s. 39.01, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "child who is found to be dependent"; defining the term "legal custodian"; amending s. 39.206, F.S.; authorizing certain persons to petition the court to release a reporter's identity in order to file a lawsuit for civil damages; authorizing the court to issue an order for an in-camera inspection of certain records; prohibiting the Department of Children and Families from being made a party to such action; creating s. 39.3011, F.S.; defining the term "Family Advocacy Program"; requiring the department to enter into agreements with certain military installations for child protective investigations involving military families; providing requirements for such agreements; amending s. 39.401, F.S.; authorizing a law enforcement officer or an authorized agent of the department to take a child into custody who is the subject of a specified court order; amending s. 39.5075, F.S.; authorizing, rather than requiring, the department or a community-based care provider to petition the court for a specified order; providing that a certain order may only be issued if a certain petition is filed by specified entities; creating s. 39.5077, F.S.; defining the term "unaccompanied alien child"; requiring any natural person who meets certain criteria to submit a specified report with the department; requiring such report be submitted within a specified time period; requiring any natural person who meets certain criteria to verify his or her relationship with an unaccompanied alien child in certain ways; requiring the person verifying his or her relationship with such child to pay for DNA testing; requiring such person to verify his or her relationship within a specified time period; requiring certain entities to submit a specified report to the department within a specified time period; requiring a specified attestation; providing criminal penalties and civil fines; requiring the department to notify certain persons or entities of certain requirements; requiring the department to notify the Department of Law Enforcement, the Office of Refugee Resettlement, and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to adopt certain rules; requiring certain persons or entities to submit a report to the central abuse hotline under certain circumstances; amending s. 39.905, F.S.; authorizing the department to waive a specified requirement if there is an emergency need for a new domestic violence center, to issue a provisional certification to such center under certain circumstances, and to adopt rules relating to provisional certifications; amending s. 125.901, F.S.; revising membership requirements for certain independent special districts; amending s. 402.305, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; amending s. 409.145, F.S.; requiring the department to establish a fee schedule for daily room and board rates for certain children by a date certain, which may include different rates based on a child's acuity level or the geographic location of the residential child-caring agency; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; authorizing the department to grant certain exemptions from disqualification for certain persons; authorizing the department to extend the expiration date of a license by a specified amount of time for a certain purpose; amending s. 419.001, F.S.; providing that certain residential child-caring agencies are not subject to certain proximity requirements; requiring a local government to exclude certain residential child-caring agencies from proximity limitations; amending s. 553.73, F.S.; prohibiting the Florida Building Commission from mandating the installation of fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system in certain agencies licensed by the department; amending s. 633.208, F.S.; providing that certain residential child-caring agencies are not required to install fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system under certain circumstances; amending s. 937.0201, F.S.; revising the definition of "missing child"; amending s. 937.021, F.S.; specifying the entity with jurisdiction for accepting missing child reports under certain circumstances; authorizing law enforcement agencies to use reasonable force to take certain children into custody; amending ss. 402.30501, 1002.57, and 1002.59, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Taylor Yarkosky (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Human Services Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1077 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./E-mail Addresses/DHSMV
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to expand the exemption from public records requirements for e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV). Specifically, the bill extends the existing privacy protection to e-mail addresses collected for various notification purposes, including those related to vessel registrations, driver licenses, identification cards, and motor vehicle registrations. The legislation recognizes that e-mail addresses, when combined with other personal information, can be used for identity theft, scams, and unwanted solicitations. By keeping these e-mail addresses exempt from public disclosure, the bill aims to protect consumers from potential privacy risks. The exemption will be subject to future legislative review and is set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill provides retroactive applicability and will take effect on the same date as related legislation (HB 1075) if that bill is also adopted in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0712, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements the e-mail addresses collected by the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles when providing renewal notices; expanding the exemption to include e-mail addresses collected as a method of notification to certain; expanding the exemption to include e-mail addresses collected as a method of notification related to vessel registrations; providing retroactive applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Alvarez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1329 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Hope Florida Participants
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new legal provision that protects the personal identifying information of individuals participating in Hope Florida (a state assistance program) by making such information confidential and exempt from public records requirements. Specifically, the bill prevents personal identifying details provided to the Hope Florida Office or Hope Navigators from being publicly disclosed, with limited exceptions for access by state agency employees, the Governor, the Hope Florida partner network, and Hope Florida Office employees for specific purposes related to assistance management. Anyone who receives this confidential information must maintain its exempt status, and individuals who willfully violate these confidentiality rules can be charged with a third-degree felony. The exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reviews and renews it, which is a standard practice known as the Open Government Sunset Review. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 1327) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; creating s. 23.46, F.S.; exempting from public records requirements certain personal identifying information provided to the Hope Florida Office or Hope Navigators by participants; providing exceptions; requiring persons who receive access to such information to maintain the confidential and exempt status of such information; providing criminal penalties; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Anne Gerwig (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Human Services Subcommittee
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NM bill #HB500 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Cyfd Substitute Care Review
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Citizen Substitute Care Review Act to restructure and enhance the oversight of child welfare cases in New Mexico. The bill creates a new Substitute Care Advisory Council composed of ten voting members, including state officials and public members with expertise in child welfare, and establishes a more robust framework for reviewing child welfare cases and addressing potential issues. The council will be administratively attached to the regulation and licensing department but will operate independently, with a director who must have significant child welfare experience. The bill introduces a comprehensive system for reviewing child welfare cases, including establishing procedures for receiving and processing grievances, creating substitute care review boards staffed by volunteers, and mandating periodic reporting to state leadership. The council will have broad access to records and the ability to review cases, with protections for confidentiality and provisions to prevent retaliation against individuals who submit grievances or provide information. The new structure aims to improve child protective services by providing independent monitoring, allowing for public input, and creating mechanisms to identify and address systemic issues in the child welfare system. Importantly, the bill aligns New Mexico's citizen review process with federal requirements under the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CITIZEN SUBSTITUTE CARE REVIEW; PROVIDING FOR SUBMISSION, REVIEW AND RESOLUTION OF GRIEVANCES AGAINST THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT PERTAINING TO SUBSTITUTE CARE; DEFINING TERMS IN THE CITIZEN SUBSTITUTE CARE REVIEW ACT; PROVIDING FOR STAFFING OF THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR RULES PERTAINING TO VOLUNTEER MEMBERS; PROVIDING ACCESS TO AND REQUIREMENTS FOR CONFIDENTIALITY OF CERTAIN RECORDS AND INFORMATION; CHANGING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alan Martinez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: House Health & Human Services Committee (08:30:00 3/5/2025 Room 307)
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FL bill #H1357 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of Florida law related to court proceedings and records for mental health and substance abuse cases, significantly enhancing privacy protections. The bill specifies that hearings related to mental health and substance abuse are confidential and closed to the public, with exceptions for judicial consent or respondent agreement. It expands existing confidentiality provisions to protect an individual's name, petitions, court orders, and related records from public disclosure. The legislation allows certain authorized parties, such as petitioners, attorneys, guardians, healthcare practitioners, and service providers, to access these confidential documents, but mandates they maintain the confidentiality. The bill permits courts to use a respondent's name for administrative purposes like scheduling and case adjudication while preventing the publication of personal identifying information. These changes are driven by the legislative finding that mental health and substance abuse disorders are sensitive medical conditions that should be protected from public disclosure, with the goal of preventing potential reputation damage and ensuring individuals feel comfortable seeking treatment. The confidentiality provisions will apply to existing and future court documents and are subject to legislative review, with a scheduled repeal date of October 2, 2030, unless specifically renewed by the Legislature.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and public meetings; amending ss. 394.464 and 397.6760, F.S.; specifying that hearings relating to mental health and substance abuse, respectively, are confidential and closed to the public; providing exceptions; exempting certain information from public records requirements; expanding a public records exemption to include certain petitions and applications; authorizing disclosure of certain confidential and exempt documents to certain service providers; authorizing courts to use a respondent's name for certain purposes; revising applicability; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; making technical changes; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Patt Maney (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Human Services Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1337 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Emergencies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's emergency management framework with several key provisions. It expands the definition of political subdivisions to include more types of local government entities and broadens the Division of Emergency Management's authority during emergencies. The bill updates requirements for special needs shelters to include individuals with functional limitations, requiring these shelters to accommodate people with various physical, mental, cognitive, and sensory disabilities. It mandates that counties provide emergency office space and contact information to their legislative delegations during disasters and requires political subdivisions to publish emergency-related legal information on public websites. The legislation also increases the preparedness requirements for various health care providers like home health agencies, nurse registries, and hospices, requiring them to develop comprehensive emergency management plans that ensure continuity of care during emergencies. Additionally, the bill requires self-service gasoline stations to be equipped with alternate power sources and allows the Division of Emergency Management to create new debris management sites during natural disasters. The changes aim to improve Florida's emergency response capabilities, enhance communication during crises, and ensure better support for vulnerable populations. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to emergencies; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; revising the units of government given certain funding priority; amending s. 250.375, F.S.; authorizing certain servicemembers to provide medical care in specified circumstances; amending s. 252.32, F.S.; authorizing the Division of Emergency Management to create certain local organizations in constitutional offices; providing that constitutional offices have specified emergency powers; s. 252.34, F.S.; revising the definition of "political subdivision"; amending s. 252.35, F.S.; providing that the division has command and control of specified efforts; providing requirements for such efforts; revising duties of the division; authorizing the division to create new debris management sites in certain circumstances; creating s. 252.352, F.S.; requiring certain political subdivisions to publish specified information on publicly available websites; requiring such websites be available for a specified period of time; requiring certain county governments to provide to the county's legislative delegation specified office space, information, and contact; amending s. 252.355, F.S.; revising the name of the registry of persons with special needs and special needs shelters; requiring special needs shelters to include individuals with functional needs; authorizing the Department of Veterans' Affairs to provide certain information to specified clients; amending s. 252.357, F.S.; requiring a specified plan to authorize a certain agency to contact senior living facilities in a disaster area; amending s. 252.359, F.S.; revising the manner in which the Division of Emergency Management facilitates transportation of essentials before and after an emergency; requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with the division to ensure the availability of essentials; specifying the entities that determine state roadways; amending s. 252.365, F.S.; revising the responsibilities of the emergency coordination officer; requiring the head of each agency to make specified notifications annually; amending s. 252.373, F.S.; authorizing the division to use certain funds for administration; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for the division; revising requirements for a specified list; amending s. 282.201, F.S.; revising the division's temporary exemption from required use of the state data center; amending s. 403.7071, F.S.; revising the time period during which specified providers are not required to collect certain trash; requiring specified entities to take certain actions regarding the creation, authorization, preauthorization, and management of debris management sites; providing that such sites do not need to be inspected if certain conditions are met; amending s. 526.141, F.S.; requiring certain gasoline stations be equipped with an alternate power source; amending ss. 252.356, 381.0011, 381.0303, 400.492, 400.506, 400.610, 400.934, and 401.273, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Giallombardo (R)*, Monique Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee
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KS bill #HB2047 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Providing for the establishment of an online insurance verification system for the verification of evidence of motor vehicle liability insurance.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new web-based online insurance verification system in Kansas to help track and verify motor vehicle liability insurance coverage. The system, to be fully operational by July 1, 2026, will allow authorized personnel like law enforcement, courts, and state agencies to electronically verify insurance status using multiple data elements such as vehicle identification numbers, policy numbers, and insurer identification codes. Insurance companies licensed in Kansas will be required to participate, providing real-time verification of their customers' insurance policies, with some exceptions for small insurers and commercial vehicle coverage. The system is designed with data privacy protections and will be funded by the Kansas Insurance Department's regulation service fund. Insurers will be immune from civil liability for good faith efforts to comply with the system, and all information exchanged through the system will be confidential and not subject to open records laws or admissible in civil litigation. The bill also amends existing vehicle registration laws to reference this new verification system and ensures that establishing compliance with insurance requirements cannot be the primary reason for a vehicle to be stopped by law enforcement.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning motor vehicle liability insurance; providing for the establishment of a web-based online insurance verification system for the verification of evidence of motor vehicle liability insurance; amending K.S.A. 8-173 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing: Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 546-S
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IL bill #SB2086 • Last Action 03/05/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to adjust the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption. Specifically, for the taxable year 2025, the maximum income limitation is set at $75,000 for all qualified properties. For taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation will be automatically adjusted annually based on the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index-U (CPI-U), which is a measure of the average change in prices of goods and services purchased by urban consumers, published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that the income threshold for senior citizens to qualify for this property tax exemption will increase with inflation, helping to ensure that more seniors can continue to benefit from the exemption as living costs rise. The bill aims to provide continued financial relief for low-income senior homeowners by allowing them to freeze their property's assessed value and potentially reduce their property tax burden.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for taxable year 2025, the maximum income limitation for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption is $75,000. Provides that, for taxable year 2026 and subsequent taxable years, the maximum income limitation shall be adjusted by the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Erica Harriss (R)*, Andrew Chesney (R), Dale Fowler (R), Craig Wilcox (R), Li Arellano (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Li Arellano, Jr.
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IL bill #HB2335 • Last Action 03/05/2025
VEH CD-VARIOUS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code with several key provisions. It clarifies that "expanded-use antique vehicle" does not include commercial vehicles or farm trucks. The bill allows entities providing services to the Secretary of State to prescribe certain forms with approval. It establishes strict confidentiality protections for personal information submitted in vehicle title and registration applications, protecting sensitive data like social security numbers, photographs, and medical information from unauthorized disclosure. The bill modifies registration-related rules, including allowing a printed proof of registration to be valid for 30 days from the previous registration's expiration or the purchase date of a new registration sticker. For antique vehicles, the registration fee is reduced to $6 per registration year. Additionally, the bill shortens the notice period for vehicle registration suspension due to lack of insurance from 45 to 30 days, requiring owners to provide proof of insurance or an exemption within that timeframe. These changes aim to streamline vehicle registration processes, enhance personal data protection, and ensure proper insurance coverage for vehicles in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that "expanded-use antique vehicle" does not include a commercial vehicle or a farm truck. Provides that any entity or vendor providing services to or on behalf of the Secretary of State may also prescribe or provide suitable forms for applications, certificates of title, registration cards, driver's licenses, and such other forms requisite or deemed necessary to carry out the Act to the extent authorized by the Secretary and upon approval of the Secretary. Provides that, except for specified persons, an individual's photograph or image, signature, social security number, personal email address, and medical or disability information as may be submitted to the Secretary for purposes of a vehicle title and registration application shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed. Provides that the printed proof of registration is valid for 30 days from the expiration of the previous registration sticker's or digital registration sticker's date or 30 days from the purchase date of the new registration sticker or digital registration sticker, whichever occurs later. Provides that the owner of an antique vehicle may register such vehicle for a fee not to exceed $6 per registration year (rather than $13 for a 2-year antique plate). Provides that if the Secretary determines that an owner has registered or maintained the registration of a motor vehicle without a liability insurance policy, the Secretary shall notify the owner that such owner's vehicle registration shall be suspended 30 (rather than 45) days after the date of the mailing of the notice unless the owner within 30 days furnishes proof of insurance in effect on the verification date or provides an exemption from the mandatory insurance requirements. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Kelly (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
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WA bill #SB5262 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Correcting obsolete or erroneous references in statutes administered by the insurance commissioner.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses technical corrections and updates to various insurance-related statutes administered by the Washington state insurance commissioner. The bill makes numerous minor amendments to existing laws, including correcting obsolete references, aligning language with current practices, and removing outdated reporting requirements. Key provisions include updating definitions related to net assets (changing "unrestricted" to "without donor restrictions"), modifying timelines for refunds and reporting, adjusting language around insurance carriers' reporting requirements, and repealing several statutes that are no longer necessary. The bill also makes technical changes to laws governing health insurance coverage, such as clarifying requirements for hearing instrument coverage and gender-affirming treatment. Some specific changes include standardizing numeric representations (e.g., changing "fifty-five" to "55"), updating filing deadlines, and ensuring confidentiality of certain insurance-related data. The bill ultimately aims to streamline and modernize insurance regulations by removing redundant language and aligning statutes with current practices and terminology.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to correcting obsolete or erroneous references in 2 statutes administered by the insurance commissioner, by repealing 3 defunct statutes and reports, aligning policy with federal law and 4 current interpretations, making timeline adjustments, protecting 5 patient data, and making technical corrections; amending RCW 6 42.56.400, 48.14.070, 48.19.460, 48.19.540, 48.37.050, 48.38.010, 7 48.38.012, 48.43.0128, 48.43.135, 48.43.743, 48.135.030, 48.140.040, 8 48.140.050, 48.150.100, and 48.160.020; repealing RCW 48.02.230, 9 48.02.240, 48.43.049, 48.43.650, 48.140.070, and 48.160.005; and 10 providing an effective date. 11
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Claudia Kauffman (D)*, Jeff Wilson (R), T'wina Nobles (D), Sharon Shewmake (D), Yasmin Trudeau (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 02/15/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Consumer Protection & Business.
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SC bill #S0220 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Insurance Holding Company Regulatory Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends South Carolina's Insurance Holding Company Regulatory Act to update and clarify various provisions related to insurance company regulations. The bill defines new terms like "group-wide supervisor" and "NAIC Liquidity Stress Test Framework," and expands definitions related to insurance holding company systems. It allows insurers to invest in health maintenance organizations and provides more detailed requirements for reporting transactions within insurance holding company systems. The bill introduces new reporting requirements, including an annual enterprise risk report and group capital calculation for certain insurance holding company systems, with specific exemptions for smaller or specialized insurers. The legislation also strengthens confidentiality provisions for sensitive financial information, requires insurers to maintain proper record-keeping and control of their data when working with affiliates, and establishes more rigorous standards for transactions between insurers and their affiliates. Additionally, the bill gives the Director of the South Carolina Department of Insurance more discretion in reviewing and potentially restricting certain financial transactions to protect policyholders' interests. The changes aim to improve regulatory oversight, enhance financial transparency, and strengthen the state's insurance regulatory framework.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 38-21-10, Relating To Definitions, So As To Define Terms; By Amending Section 38-21-30, Relating To The Authority Of Insurers To Invest In Securities Of Subsidiaries, So As To Include Health Maintenance Organizations; By Amending Section 38-21-70, Relating To Contents Of Statements, So As To Further Explain The Requirements Of Reporting The Description Of Transactions; By Amending Section 38-21-90, Relating To Approval Of Commissioner Of Acquisition Of Control, So As To Require The Person Acquiring Control Of A Domestic Insurer To Maintain Or Restore Capital; By Amending Section 38-21-160, Relating To Information Which Need Not Be Disclosed In Registration Statements, So As To Designate That The Definition Does Not Apply For Other Purposes; By Amending Section 38-21-225, Relating To The Annual Enterprise Risk Report, So As To Identify Exemptions For Filing The Group Capital Calculation And To Require Filing Results Of The Liquidity Stress Test For Some Insurers; By Amending Section 38-21-250, Relating To Standards For Transactions Within Insurance Systems, So As To Outline Responsibilities Of The Director, Among Other Things; And By Amending Section 38-21-290, Relating To Confidential Information, So As To Require The Director To Keep Group Capital Calculations, Group Capital Ratio And Liquidity Stress Test Results, And Supporting Disclosures Confidential; And To Add References To Third-party Consultants.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ronnie Cromer (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Scrivener's error corrected
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NY bill #S01418 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Provides for the award of reasonable attorneys' fees in FOIL proceedings if the person is successful and in open meeting proceedings to the successful petitioner and against the public body.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends two sections of New York's Public Officers Law to modify how attorneys' fees are awarded in Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) and open meeting proceedings. Under the new provisions, courts will be required (rather than having discretion) to award reasonable attorneys' fees to a successful petitioner in FOIL cases when an agency either fails to respond to a request within the statutory time or has no reasonable basis for denying access to records. The bill defines "reasonable basis" for denying access as either reasonably relying on a published appellate court opinion with substantially similar facts or a published opinion from the Committee on Open Government. Similarly, in open meeting proceedings, courts must now award costs and reasonable attorneys' fees to the successful petitioner against the public body, removing previous language that allowed judicial discretion in such awards. These changes aim to incentivize government transparency and provide clearer pathways for individuals seeking access to public records or challenging potential violations of open meeting laws by making it easier to recover legal expenses when they prevail in court.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to the award of reasonable attorneys' fees in certain proceedings
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 8 : John Liu (D)*, Jabari Brisport (D), Nathalia Ferna´ndez (D), Andrew Gounardes (D), Robert Jackson (D), Liz Krueger (D), James Skoufis (D), Lea Webb (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 1418A
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UT bill #HB0484 • Last Action 03/05/2025
State Purchasing Reserve Funding
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new State Purchasing Reserve Restricted Account within Utah's General Fund to help manage state procurement costs during periods of high inflation. The account will be funded by a 1% administrative fee collected on state cooperative contracts and will be invested in precious metals by the state treasurer. The account can only be used if the Chained Consumer Price Index (a measure of inflation) is at least two standard deviations above its 15-year average, and funds would be specifically intended to offset procurement costs for state entities. The bill modifies existing state law to include this new account among exempt funds and requires the chief procurement officer to ensure the 1% administrative fee is collected on cooperative contracts. When the Legislature decides to appropriate money from the account, the state treasurer will sell enough precious metal investments to cover the appropriation. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to provide a financial buffer for state purchasing during potentially challenging economic circumstances.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to state purchasing.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ken Ivory (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: House/ comm rpt/ sent to Rules in House Rules Committee
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WA bill #HB1030 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Concerning the conduct of limited audits of counted ballots during the election certification period.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill concerns the conduct of limited audits of counted ballots during the election certification period. It introduces two primary methods for auditing election results: a limited hand-count audit and a risk-limiting audit. For the limited hand-count audit, county auditors can randomly select precincts or ballot batches to manually count and compare against the original ballot counting equipment results. Political party observers are permitted to watch this process. The risk-limiting audit is a statistical method designed to confirm election outcomes with a specified confidence level, using techniques like ballot comparison, ballot polling, and batch comparison audits. The bill amends existing election laws to provide more detailed procedures for these audits, including requirements for random selection, sample size determination, and reporting results. It gives county auditors and the secretary of state discretion in conducting these audits and requires the secretary of state to establish rules for implementing the audit methods. The overall goal is to enhance the accuracy and transparency of election result verification while maintaining the security and privacy of ballot information.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the conduct of limited audits of counted 2 ballots during the election certification period; amending RCW 3 29A.60.125, 29A.60.185, 29A.60.170, and 29A.04.611; and adding new 4 sections to chapter 29A.60 RCW. 5
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• Introduced: 12/10/2024
• Added: 12/11/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Sam Low (R)*, Sharlett Mena (D), Carolyn Eslick (R), Kristine Reeves (D), Natasha Hill (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 12/10/2024
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment - Low 1030 AMH LOW H1838.3
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IL bill #SB1467 • Last Action 03/05/2025
VEH CD-VARIOUS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code with several key provisions. It clarifies that "expanded-use antique vehicle" cannot include commercial vehicles or farm trucks. The bill allows entities or vendors providing services to the Secretary of State to prescribe application forms with official approval. It introduces new confidentiality protections for personal information submitted with vehicle title and registration applications, restricting access to sensitive details like social security numbers, photographs, and medical information. The bill modifies the registration process by extending the validity of printed registration proofs to 30 days from either the previous registration's expiration or the new registration's purchase date. For antique vehicles, the registration fee is reduced to $6 per registration year. The bill also shortens the notice period for vehicle registration suspension due to lack of liability insurance from 45 to 30 days, requiring owners to provide proof of insurance or an exemption within that timeframe. Additionally, the bill allows licensed rebuilders to obtain short-term permits for certain vehicles and makes several technical adjustments to the vehicle registration and insurance verification processes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that "expanded-use antique vehicle" does not include a commercial vehicle or a farm truck. Provides that any entity or vendor providing services to or on behalf of the Secretary of State may also prescribe or provide suitable forms for applications, certificates of title, registration cards, driver's licenses, and such other forms requisite or deemed necessary to carry out the Act to the extent authorized by the Secretary and upon approval of the Secretary. Provides that, except for specified persons, an individual's photograph or image, signature, social security number, personal email address, and medical or disability information as may be submitted to the Secretary for purposes of a vehicle title and registration application shall be confidential and shall not be disclosed. Provides that the printed proof of registration is valid for 30 days from the expiration of the previous registration sticker's or digital registration sticker's date or 30 days from the purchase date of the new registration sticker or digital registration sticker, whichever occurs later. Provides that the owner of an antique vehicle may register such vehicle for a fee not to exceed $6 per registration year (rather than $13 for a 2-year antique plate). Provides that if the Secretary determines that an owner has registered or maintained the registration of a motor vehicle without a liability insurance policy, the Secretary shall notify the owner that such owner's vehicle registration shall be suspended 30 (rather than 45) days after the date of the mailing of the notice unless the owner within 30 days furnishes proof of insurance in effect on the verification date or provides an exemption from the mandatory insurance requirements. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ram Villivalam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Placed on Calendar Order of 2nd Reading March 6, 2025
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FL bill #H1475 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub Rec/Code Inspector Body Camera Recordings
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new privacy protections for body camera recordings made by code inspectors (government employees who verify compliance with local building, health, and safety regulations). The bill defines a body camera as a wearable device that records audio and video during official duties and establishes specific circumstances where these recordings are confidential and exempt from public records disclosure. Specifically, recordings made inside private residences, healthcare facilities, or places where a reasonable person would expect privacy are considered confidential. However, these recordings can still be disclosed in certain situations: for official government purposes, to the person recorded (or their personal representative), pursuant to a court order, or to another government agency. The bill requires local governments to retain body camera recordings for at least 90 days and includes provisions for how a court should evaluate requests for disclosure, considering factors like potential harm to personal reputation, the necessity of disclosure, and privacy interests. The exemption applies retroactively and is subject to legislative review, with the provision set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill's rationale is that while body cameras can help document code inspections, they may also capture highly sensitive personal information that should be protected from unnecessary public exposure.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0713, F.S.; defining terms; providing an exemption from public records requirements for body camera recordings recorded by a code inspector under certain circumstances; providing exceptions; requiring a local government to retain body camera recordings for a specified period; providing for retroactive application; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Partington (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Now in Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
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CA bill #SB691 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Body-worn cameras: policies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing California law regarding body-worn cameras by requiring law enforcement agencies to update their policies by July 1, 2026, to prohibit intentional recording of individuals undergoing medical or psychological evaluations, procedures, or treatments. The bill mandates that agencies develop specific procedures for officers to stop recording if requested by emergency medical services personnel, while ensuring that existing medical privacy protections under state and federal law remain intact. The bill maintains the current best practices for body-worn camera data management, such as designating responsible personnel for downloading footage, establishing data retention periods (60 days for non-evidentiary data and at least two years for evidentiary data), preventing unauthorized data access, and ensuring data integrity. If the Commission on State Mandates determines that implementing these policy changes creates additional costs for local agencies, the state will provide reimbursement according to existing statutory procedures. The overall aim of the bill is to enhance patient privacy while maintaining the utility of body-worn camera systems for law enforcement transparency and accountability.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 832.18 of the Penal Code, relating to body-worn cameras.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Aisha Wahab (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on PUB. S.
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FL bill #H1125 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Regional Planning and Economic Development
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill reforms Florida's approach to regional planning and economic development. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill restructures various aspects of Florida's economic development framework, focusing on supporting small businesses and enterprises in economically disadvantaged areas. The legislation makes several key changes, including creating the Rural Accelerator Program to facilitate grant funding for rural communities, establishing the Research, Innovation, Science, and Engineering (RISE) Investment Tax Credit Program to increase venture capital investment, and eliminating references to regional planning councils while allowing counties and municipalities to create regional planning entities. The bill replaces terminology related to "minority businesses" with "businesses in economically disadvantaged areas," broadening the definition of which businesses can receive support. It creates a new definition for "business enterprise in an economically disadvantaged area" based on per capita income and unemployment rates, rather than racial or gender classifications. Key provisions include: - Establishing the Office of Secure Florida within the Department of Commerce - Creating the Rural Accelerator Program to help rural communities identify and prepare catalyst sites for economic development - Implementing a new tax credit program (RISE) to encourage venture capital investment in Florida businesses - Repealing existing laws related to regional planning councils - Modifying various state agencies' approaches to business development and support - Changing certification and procurement requirements for businesses The legislation aims to modernize Florida's economic development strategies, remove outdated terminology, and create more flexible support mechanisms for businesses in economically challenged areas. It represents a significant shift in how the state approaches business development, moving away from race-based classifications to a more geography and economic-condition-based approach.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to regional planning and economic development; amending s. 20.60, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the creation of the Department of Commerce and its powers and duties; establishing the Office of Secure Florida within the department for specified purposes; amending s. 187.201, F.S.; revising economic policies of the state comprehensive plan to promote entrepreneurship from certain business startups; amending s. 120.52, F.S.; revising definitions; reenacting s. 57.111(3)(f), F.S., relating to civil actions and administrative proceedings initiated by state agencies; reenacting s. 216.241(3), F.S., relating to expenditure of certain revenues; amending s. 212.08, F.S.; removing a provision prohibiting the issuance of a temporary tax exemption certificate after a specified date; amending s. 253.025, F.S.; providing applicability; amending s. 288.001, F.S.; revising the composition of the statewide advisory board of the Florida Small Business Development Center Network; amending s. 288.0065, F.S.; revising the content requirements of the department's annual incentives report; amending s. 288.0656, F.S.; revising definitions relating to the Rural Economic Development Initiative; requiring the designation of a certain representative by a specified date; creating s. 288.06562, F.S.; creating the Rural Accelerator Program within the department for a specified purpose; requiring that the department accept grant applications from rural communities and collaborate with the Florida Regional Economic Development Association in review of such applications; requiring funds to be appropriated from the Rural Infrastructure Fund for specified purposes; authorizing grant recipient reimbursement in certain instances; authorizing the department to adopt rules; defining the terms "rural community" and "catalyst site"; amending s. 288.1229, F.S.; revising composition requirements of the Florida Sports Foundation; amending s. 288.124, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the convention grants program established by the Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; amending s. 288.702, F.S.; revising a short title; amending s. 288.703, F.S.; defining the term "business enterprise in an economically disadvantaged area"; revising definitions; amending s. 288.705, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the use of the statewide contracts register and who the Small Business Development Center is required to coordinate with regarding such use; revising report requirements; repealing s. 288.706, F.S., relating to the Florida Minority Business Loan Mobilization Program; revising legislative findings; repealing ss. 288.7094, 288.7102, 288.71025, 288.7103, and 288.714, F.S., relating to the Black Business Loan Program; amending s. 288.776, F.S.; revising composition requirements for the board of directors of the Florida Export Finance Corporation; creating s. 288.9628, F.S.; providing legislative findings; establishing within the Department of Commerce the Research, Innovation, Science, and Engineering Investment Tax Credit Program; providing the purpose of the program; requiring the department to coordinate with the State Board of Administration in implementing the program; providing definitions; providing for the application process; establishing content requirements of application; requiring applicants to update their applications; establishing funding limitations under the program; listing eligibility and application requirements for a qualifying private fund; providing a funding limitation for a qualifying private fund; authorizing the Department of Revenue to issue tax credits to eligible qualifying investments; providing a fund limitation; authorizing the tax credits issued to be applied against corporate income tax liability; authorizing a qualifying private fund to sell or transfer tax credits issued under the program; providing election requirements; prohibiting the selling or transferring of tax credits that have not yet been issued; authorizing the Department of Commerce to revoke or modify its determination to grant tax credits in certain instances; requiring the department to notify the Department of Revenue of such action; requiring a qualifying private fund to submit an annual report for a specified time period to remain eligible to receive tax credits; providing report requirements; providing construction; requiring the Department of Commerce to include in its annual incentives report, beginning on a specified date, certain information about the program; authorizing the department to adopt rules; amending s. 290.0056, F.S.; revising the types of business enterprises that the enterprise zone development agency may invest in via community investment corporations; amending s. 331.302, F.S.; providing construction; amending s. 331.351, F.S.; revising legislative intent; requiring Space Florida to involve and use business enterprises in economically disadvantaged areas as it relates to spaceport development; amending s. 445.004, F.S.; revising membership composition of CareerSource Florida, Inc.; amending s. 445.007, F.S.; revising composition of local workforce development boards; removing a provision requiring a certain consideration when appointments are made to any committee established by the board; amending s. 445.08, F.S.; revising eligibility requirements for newly employed officers to receive and retain bonus payments; removing an expiration date; amending s. 447.203, F.S.; revising the term "managerial employees"; authorizing counties and municipalities to enter into agreements to create regional planning entities pursuant to specified law; providing a directive to the Division of Law Revision; repealing ss. 186.501, 186.502, 186.503, 186.504, 186.505, 186.506, 186.507, 186.508, 186.509, 186.511, 186.512, and 186.513, F.S., relating to the Florida Regional Planning Council Act; repealing s. 186.515, F.S., relating to the creation of regional planning councils under chapter 163; amending s. 120.525, F.S.; removing provisions relating to meetings of regional planning councils; amending s. 163.3164, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning agency" from the Community Planning Act; amending s. 163.3184, F.S.; revising definitions; revising provisions relating to the expedited review process for the adoption of comprehensive plan amendments; amending s. 163.3245, F.S.; revising provisions relating to sector plans; amending s. 186.003, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning agency" from the Florida State Comprehensive Planning Act of 1972; amending s. 186.006, F.S.; revising the powers and responsibilities of the Executive Office of the Governor; amending s. 186.007, F.S; revising provisions relating to state comprehensive plan preparation and revision; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; revising provision regarding funding priority to projects in certain regional planning council regions; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; revising the content requirements for statewide emergency shelter plans; amending s. 320.08058, F.S.; removing a provision providing specified proceeds to the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council; amending s. 338.2278, F.S.; removing regional planning councils from the taskforce created under the Multi-use Corridors of Regional Economic Significance Program; amending ss. 369.303 and 369.307, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the Wekiva River Protection Area; repealing s. 369.324, F.S., relating to the Wekiva River Basin Commission; amending s. 380.05, F.S.; revising provisions relating to areas of critical state concern; amending s. 380.045, F.S.; removing regional planning councils from resource planning and management committee representation; reenacting s. 380.0552(6), F.S., relating to the Florida Keys Area; amending ss. 403.7225 and 403.723, F.S.; replacing regional planning councils with the Department of Environmental Protection for purposes of hazardous waste management assessments and facilities; amending s. 403.503, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning council" from the Florida Electric Power Plant Siting Act; amending s. 403.522, F.S.; removing the term "regional planning council" from the Florida Electric Transmission Line Siting Act; amending s. 408.033, F.S.; revising provisions relating to local health councils; amending s. 420.609, F.S.; revising the composition of the Affordable Housing Study Commission; amending ss. 17.11, 24.113, 120.65, 163.3177, 163.3178, 163.568, 164.1031, 186.008, 186.803, 218.32, 255.101, 255.102, 255.20, 258.501, 260.0142, 287.012, 287.042, 287.055, 287.057, 287.0931, 287.094, 287.0943, 287.09431, 287.09451, 287.0947, 288.1167, 288.12266, 288.7015, 288.7031, 288.975, 290.004, 290.0057, 320.63, 334.045, 335.188, 338.227, 339.155, 339.175, 339.2821, 339.63, 339.64, 341.041, 343.54, 373.309, 373.607, 376.84, 380.055, 380.06, 380.061, 380.0651, 380.07, 380.507, 381.986, 403.0752, 403.50663, 403.507, 403.518, 403.526, 403.5272, 403.5363, 403.5365, 403.537, 403.704, 403.7226, 403.9403, 403.941, 403.9422, 403.973, 501.171, 625.3255, 627.3511, 657.042, 658.67, 957.09, 1001.706, 1013.30, and 1013.46, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 212.055, 212.096, 339.285, 373.415, 376.3072, 377.703, 378.411, 380.031, 403.5115, 409.901, 440.45, 473.3065, 641.217, 947.02, 947.021, and 1004.435, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Owen (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Now in Commerce Committee
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CA bill #SB592 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Property tax: change in ownership: residential rental property.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies California property tax law to exclude certain property transfers from being considered a change in ownership, specifically focusing on residential rental properties. Under the new provisions, property transfers to nonprofit corporations, limited equity housing cooperatives, or community land trusts would not trigger a property tax reassessment if at least 51% of the current tenants support or participate in the transfer. For nonprofit and cooperative transfers, tenants must own at least 51% of the voting shares or membership interests, with an 18-month grace period to achieve this threshold. For community land trust transfers, at least 51% of current tenants must sign a supportive petition, which will be kept confidential and not subject to public disclosure. The bill allows tenants to transfer ownership shares within three years of the initial property transfer without triggering a reassessment, and requires annual reporting by cooperatives about ownership changes. The legislation aims to facilitate affordable housing conversions by making it easier for tenants to collectively purchase their rental properties without incurring additional property tax burdens. The bill takes effect immediately as a tax levy and includes provisions that prevent the state from reimbursing local agencies for any resulting property tax revenue losses.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 62.1.1 to the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation, to take effect immediately, tax levy.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on REV. & TAX. and JUD.
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FL bill #H1155 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub.Rec./Electronic Systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a public records exemption for electronic systems that provide background information on vendors seeking to do business with the state of Florida. Specifically, the bill allows governmental entities to access these electronic systems and protects the sensitive vendor information from public disclosure. The exemption covers background information on vendors, including any derived or related information, and prevents this data from being subject to standard public records requests under Florida's Sunshine Law. The bill includes important safeguards: the information can be shared between governmental entities for official purposes, and the exemption is not permanent—it is set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and reenacts it. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that protecting vendor information is necessary to maintain the integrity of procurement processes, prevent potential undue foreign influence, and ensure the safety and security of government operations. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 1153) during the 2025 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for electronic systems that provide background information on vendors seeking to do business with the state; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Fiona McFarland (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
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MI bill #SB0081 • Last Action 03/05/2025
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.) & adds sec. 14.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) Act to include youth defense services alongside existing adult criminal defense services. The bill makes several key changes, including: expanding the definition of "indigent" to include a broader assessment of financial hardship, adding a representative from the children's law section to the MIDC board, and modifying the commission's duties to explicitly include standards and services for youth in juvenile proceedings. The bill changes how indigency is determined, ensuring a more comprehensive evaluation of an individual's ability to afford legal representation. It also introduces new provisions for grant funding, compliance procedures, and reporting requirements that now encompass both adult and youth indigent defense systems. The changes aim to strengthen the right to effective legal representation for both adults and youth who cannot afford an attorney, with particular emphasis on ensuring fair and consistent defense services across different judicial contexts. The bill will take effect on October 1st following its enactment, providing time for local indigent defense systems to prepare for the expanded requirements.
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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: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 9 : Sue Shink (D)*, Stephanie Chang (D), Mallory McMorrow (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Mary Cavanagh (D), Erika Geiss (D), Veronica Klinefelt (D), Paul Wojno (D), Sarah Anthony (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Placed On Order Of Third Reading
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CA bill #SB677 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Housing development: streamlined approvals.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill significantly streamlines housing development and urban lot split approvals in California by modifying existing laws to make it easier to create new residential units. The bill requires local agencies to ministerially (automatically) approve housing developments with up to two units on lots zoned for single-family or up to four residential units, without discretionary review. Key provisions include removing previous restrictions like minimum lot size requirements, prohibiting local agencies from imposing additional standards beyond objective zoning requirements, and allowing lot splits with fewer constraints. The bill specifically addresses potential barriers by preventing local governments from denying projects due to preexisting non-conforming conditions, limiting parking requirements, and reducing fees for smaller housing developments. For coastal zones, the bill aims to increase housing supply while maintaining resource protection by requiring local governments to update their coastal programs by July 2026 to accommodate these new housing development standards. The legislation applies to all California cities, including charter cities, and is intended to address the state's housing shortage by making it easier and less expensive to create new housing units through a more standardized, streamlined approval process.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 4751 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 65852.21, 65913.4, and 66411.7 of the Government Code, and to amend Section 30500.1 of the Public Resources Code, relating to land use.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Scott Wiener (D)*, Buffy Wicks (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on HOUSING and L. GOV.
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FL bill #H1129 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Crime Victims
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to provide stronger confidentiality protections for crime victims and their families by making certain identifying information confidential and exempt from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill expands the types of protected information to include personal identification numbers, home and employment contact details, and any records that could potentially be used to locate, intimidate, harass, or abuse a victim or their family. The bill allows for limited disclosure of this confidential information during judicial proceedings, with courts retaining discretion to balance a criminal defendant's constitutional rights with victim protection. Individuals who improperly disclose such confidential information can be charged with a first-degree misdemeanor. The bill includes a sunset provision that will automatically repeal these protections on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them. The Legislature justifies these restrictions by arguing that protecting victim information is crucial to encouraging crime reporting and preventing further intimidation, and that the potential harm of disclosure outweighs any public benefit of releasing such personal details.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing that specific types of public records that are associated with crime victims are confidential and exempt from public records requirements; specifying conditions under which such confidential information must be released; specifying conditions under which other entities that have access to such confidential information may reveal such information; providing penalties; specifying powers retained by courts in regulating the conduct of parties in judicial proceedings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Meg Weinberger (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1431 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection Forms
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statutes to create confidentiality protections for electronic uniform mitigation verification inspection forms submitted to the Office of Insurance Regulation. Specifically, the bill makes the electronic filings and associated data, including policyholders' personal identifiers like names, phone numbers, email addresses, insurance companies, and policy numbers, confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that such personal information could compromise policyholders' privacy, potentially expose trade secrets, and create security risks in an era of widespread internet use. The confidentiality provisions will be subject to periodic legislative review and are set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue them. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 1429) during the 2025 legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; providing exemptions from public records requirements for insureds' uniform mitigation verification inspection forms and associated data entered into the Office of Insurance Regulation database; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Linda Chaney (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Now in Insurance & Banking Subcommittee
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UT bill #HB0143 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Firearm Safety Incentives
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an annual sales tax holiday for firearm safety devices and firearm storage devices during the third full week of February, which will also be commemorated as Firearm Safety Week. The bill defines firearm safety devices as items designed to prevent unauthorized firearm access or operation, and firearm storage devices as secure containers for safely storing firearms with locks. During this one-week period, these items will be exempt from sales tax, with specific rules governing how the tax holiday works, including provisions for layaway sales, exchanges, returns, and order processing. The bill aims to educate the public about safe firearm storage while recognizing the rights of law-abiding citizens under the Second Amendment. The sales tax holiday will take effect on January 1, 2026, and the bill includes detailed guidelines for sellers and purchasers to understand and implement the tax exemption, such as how to handle discounts, exchanges, and returns during and after the exemption period.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill establishes an annual sales tax holiday for firearm safety and storage devices.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Matt MacPherson (R)*, Dan McCay (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate/ comm rpt/ sent to Rules in Senate Rules Committee
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FL bill #H1479 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Lethality Assessment Forms
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses the confidentiality of lethality assessment forms used in domestic violence incidents by creating a new legal exemption that protects victims' personal information and responses. The bill requires the state department to develop a statewide evidence-based lethality assessment instrument by January 1, 2025, in consultation with various law enforcement and domestic violence advocacy organizations. The new provision makes lethality assessment forms confidential and exempt from public records laws, meaning that the sensitive information collected during these assessments cannot be disclosed to the public. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such information could potentially subject domestic violence victims to increased risk of abuse and might discourage victims from participating in the assessment process. The confidentiality provision will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it, which is a standard practice known as the Open Government Sunset Review Act. The bill is designed to protect victims' privacy and encourage more open and honest participation in domestic violence risk assessments by ensuring their personal information remains confidential.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 741.29, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for a lethality assessment form that contains certain information and responses; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jessica Baker (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1293 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Cybersecurity
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens Florida's cybersecurity infrastructure by making several key changes to state technology management and incident reporting. The bill establishes new definitions for digital terms, designates a state chief technology officer responsible for aligning technology investments with strategic objectives, and expands the Florida Digital Service's role in leading enterprise information technology and cybersecurity efforts. It requires state agencies and local governments to report cybersecurity and ransomware incidents within specific timeframes, with more urgent reporting for high-severity incidents (levels 3-5). The bill modifies incident reporting protocols, requiring detailed information about the nature, impact, and backup status of cybersecurity events. Additionally, the legislation creates more robust oversight mechanisms, including mandatory cybersecurity training for state employees, establishment of incident response teams, and the creation of a Cybersecurity Operations Center that will serve as a central hub for threat information and coordination. The bill also updates the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council by adding a local government representative and provides the Florida Digital Service with broader authority to access and safeguard digital infrastructure. These changes aim to enhance the state's ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cybersecurity threats across government agencies.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity; amending s. 282.0041, F.S.; providing definitions; amending s. 282.0051, F.S.; revising the purposes for which the Florida Digital Service is established; requiring the Florida Digital Service to ensure that independent project oversight on certain state agency information technology projects is performed in a certain manner; revising the date by which the Department of Management Services, acting through the Florida Digital Service, must provide certain recommendations to the Executive Office of the Governor and the Legislature; removing certain duties of the Florida Digital Service; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which the Florida Digital Service must provide project oversight; specifying the date by which the Florida Digital Service must provide certain reports; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the Secretary of Management Services, to designate a state chief technology officer; providing duties of the state chief technology officer; revising the total project cost of certain projects for which certain procurement actions must be taken; removing provisions prohibiting the department, acting through the Florida Digital Service, from retrieving or disclosing certain data in certain circumstances; amending s. 282.00515, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 282.318, F.S.; providing that the Florida Digital Service is the lead entity for a certain purpose; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide certain notifications; requiring the state chief information officer to make certain reports in consultation with the state chief information security officer; requiring a state agency to report ransomware and cybersecurity incidents within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to immediately notify certain entities of reported incidents and take certain actions; requiring the state chief information security officer to notify the Legislature of certain incidents within a certain time period; requiring certain notification to be provided in a secure environment; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to provide a certain report to certain entities by a specified date; requiring the Florida Digital Service to provide cybersecurity briefings to certain legislative committees; authorizing the Florida Digital Service to obtain certain access to certain infrastructure and direct certain measures; requiring a state agency head to annually designate a chief information security officer by a specified date; revising the purpose of an agency's information security manager and the date by which he or she must be designated; authorizing the department to brief certain legislative committees in a closed setting on certain records that are confidential and exempt from public records requirements; requiring such legislative committees to maintain the confidential and exempt status of certain records; authorizing certain legislators to attend meetings of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; amending s. 282.3185, F.S.; requiring a local government to report ransomware and certain cybersecurity incidents to the Cybersecurity Operations Center within certain time periods; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to immediately notify certain entities of certain incidents and take certain actions; requiring certain notification to be provided in a secure environment; amending s. 282.319, F.S.; revising the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Giallombardo (R)*, Monique Miller (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Information Technology Budget & Policy Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1367 • Last Action 03/05/2025
School Attendance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes significant changes to Florida's school attendance laws, focusing on improving student attendance tracking, intervention strategies, and policy implementation. The bill requires the State Board of Education to adopt a statewide attendance policy that provides guidance on determining types of absences, early identification of chronically absent students, and reporting requirements. The legislation prohibits out-of-school suspensions as a punishment for a student's attendance record and introduces new definitions for terms like "absence," "chronic absenteeism," and "excused absence." The bill establishes a more structured approach to addressing student absences, requiring schools to contact parents, implement intervention strategies, and provide support for students exhibiting patterns of nonattendance. Additionally, the bill updates various cross-references and definitions across multiple sections of Florida's education statutes to ensure consistency with the new attendance policies. The changes aim to improve student engagement, reduce truancy, and provide more comprehensive support for students struggling with regular school attendance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to school attendance; amending s. 1003.01, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 1003.02, F.S.; prohibiting an out-of- school suspension as a punishment for a student's attendance record; amending s. 1003.04, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 1003.21, F.S.; requiring the State Board of Education to adopt rules relating to a certificate of exemption from school attendance requirements; amending s. 1003.24, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 1003.26, F.S.; requiring the state board to adopt a statewide attendance policy; providing requirements for such policy; revising the school district and public school duties and responsibilities relating to the promotion and enforcement and of regular school attendance, including required actions for students who are absent for a specified amount of days or classes; amending ss. 1003.436, 1003.52, and 1006.08, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 11.45, 39.0016, 327.371, 414.1251, 446.54, 553.865, 984.151, 1001.11, 1002.01, 1002.20, 1002.3105, 1002.33, 1002.394, 1002.395, 1002.42, 1002.43, 1002.44, 1003.03, 1003.4282, 1003.573, 1003.575, 1006.0626, 1006.07, 1008.24, and 1012.2315, F.S.; conforming cross-references to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Erika Booth (R)*, Danny Nix (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Now in Education Administration Subcommittee
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FL bill #H1443 • Last Action 03/05/2025
Pub. Rec./Victims of Crime
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands existing public records exemptions to provide additional privacy protections for crime victims and certain law enforcement officers. The bill modifies Florida Statutes to protect the identity and personal information of crime victims, including their name, home and employment contact details, and personal assets. It creates new provisions specifically shielding documents that could potentially be used to locate or harass victims or their families. For law enforcement officers who become crime victims in the course of their duties, the bill establishes a temporary confidentiality period where their identity remains protected. Initially, an officer's identity will be confidential for 48 hours following an incident, with the potential for the agency head to request extensions up to a total of 30 days if they provide written justification. The bill includes a sunset provision requiring legislative review by October 2, 2030, and emphasizes that these protections are necessary to prevent further trauma to victims and ensure they feel safe cooperating with law enforcement. The legislative findings underline the importance of these exemptions in protecting victims from potential harassment or retaliation, while still maintaining mechanisms for authorized agencies to access necessary information.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; expanding a public records exemption for the names of crime victims and specified documents or records that could be used to locate or harass the victim or the victim's family; providing that certain records identifying law enforcement officers who become crime victims are confidential for a specified period of time; providing an extension of time if certain procedures are followed; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Susan L. Valdés (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Now in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
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FL bill #S0302 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Judicial Qualifications Commission
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Florida public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current and former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC), as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of JQC employees from public disclosure. The exemption also covers the names, addresses, and employment details of their family members, including the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill provides context for this exemption, explaining that JQC employees face potential harassment and intimidation from dissatisfied litigants who may blame commission staff for judicial decisions. The exemption is subject to legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed by the Legislature. The bill includes a statement of public necessity, arguing that protecting this personal information is crucial to prevent potential physical harm and harassment of JQC employees and their families. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply retroactively to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission and the personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such employees; providing for legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Darryl Rouson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0770 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Cybersecurity
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses cybersecurity and digital technology management in Florida's state government, making several key changes. It establishes a new position of state chief technology officer, who will be responsible for evaluating technological solutions and supporting enterprise information technology initiatives. The bill expands definitions of data and enterprise digital data, and modifies the responsibilities of the Florida Digital Service to include developing more comprehensive information technology standards and policies. It strengthens cybersecurity reporting requirements for state agencies and local governments, mandating that all ransomware and significant cybersecurity incidents be reported quickly to the Cybersecurity Operations Center, with specific notification protocols for incidents of varying severity levels. The bill also updates the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council by adding local government representatives and the Chief Inspector General as an ex officio member. Additionally, it requires state agencies to maintain enterprise digital data in accordance with public records laws and provides more detailed guidelines for cybersecurity incident reporting, risk assessment, and strategic planning. The changes aim to improve the state's technological infrastructure, enhance cybersecurity preparedness, and create more standardized approaches to managing digital information and technology across state agencies.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity; amending s. 110.205, F.S.; exempting the state chief technology officer from the Career Service System; amending s. 282.0041, F.S.; revising definitions of the terms “data” and “open data”; defining the terms “enterprise digital data”; amending s. 282.0051, F.S.; revising the purpose of the Florida Digital Service; revising the timeframes for the Florida Digital Service to issue certain reports to the Governor and the Legislature; requiring that, by a specified date, an annual report on specified alternative standards be provided to the Governor and the Legislature; requiring the Florida Digital Service to support state agencies with the use of electronic credentials in compliance with specified standards; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the Secretary of Management Services, to designate a state chief technology officer; providing requirements for such position; providing the responsibilities of the state chief technology officer; amending s. 282.318, F.S.; revising the standards and processes for assessing state agency cybersecurity risks of the Department of Management Services, acting through the Florida Digital Service; requiring state agencies to report all ransomware and cybersecurity incidents to the Cybersecurity Operations Center and the Cybercrime Office; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify the state chief information officer and the state chief information security officer immediately of a reported incident; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the state chief information security officer, to notify the Legislature of certain reported incidents within a specified timeframe; revising the timeframe during which the Cybersecurity Operations Center is required to provide a consolidated incident report to the Governor, the Legislature, and the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; revising the name of an Emergency Support Function from ESF-Cyber to ESF 20; revising the specified date by which a state agency head must designate an information security manager; requiring that the agency strategic cybersecurity plan take the statewide cybersecurity strategic plan into consideration; requiring that such agency operational cybersecurity program include a certain set of measures for a specified purpose; requiring agency heads to require that enterprise digital data be maintained in accordance with specified provisions; providing construction; authorizing designated members of the Legislature and designated members of legislative staff to attend portions of meetings where material exempt from public disclosure is discussed, under certain circumstances; amending s. 282.3185, F.S.; revising the timeframes in which a local government must report a discovery of all ransomware incidents and certain cybersecurity incidents; requiring the Cybersecurity Operations Center to notify immediately the state chief information officer and the state chief information security officer of a reported incident; requiring the state chief information officer, in consultation with the state chief information security officer, to notify the Legislature of incidents of certain severity levels within a specified timeframe; revising the timeframe during which the Cybersecurity Operations Center is required to provide a quarterly consolidated incident report to the Legislature and the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; amending s. 282.319, F.S.; revising the membership of the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0242 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records and Public Meetings/Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens confidentiality protections for victims of domestic and dating violence by modifying the Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council's handling of sensitive information. Specifically, the bill ensures that any confidential or exempt information obtained by the council retains its protected status, including personal identifying details of domestic and dating violence victims. The bill also creates an exemption to public meetings requirements, allowing the council to discuss sensitive information in closed portions of meetings when the discussion involves victim identities, potential physical harm, or prevention strategies. The legislature justifies these provisions by emphasizing that disclosing such sensitive personal information could impede open communication and potentially harm victims. The confidentiality protections are narrowly tailored to protect victim privacy while still maintaining public oversight of the council's broader activities. The bill will take effect on the same date as related legislation (SB 240) if that bill is adopted in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and public meetings; amending s. 741.317, F.S.; specifying that information obtained by the Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council which is exempt or confidential and exempt from public records requirements retains its protected status; providing an exemption from public records requirements for personal identifying information of a victim of domestic violence and dating violence and other specified information contained in records held by the coordinating council; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for portions of the coordinating council’s meetings during which exempt or confidential and exempt information is discussed; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Lori Berman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0931 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Online Access to Materials Harmful to Minors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates comprehensive regulations for online applications and devices to protect minors from accessing harmful materials online. Beginning January 1, 2026, developers of applications likely to be accessed by children must provide features for parents to manage their children's accounts, such as content filtering and time limits. Covered manufacturers (device and operating system makers) must take steps to determine or estimate a user's age upon device activation and provide digital signals about a user's age group to application stores. Application stores will be required to obtain parental consent for children under 16 downloading applications and provide mechanisms for parental supervision. The bill mandates that websites and applications containing material harmful to minors block access for users under 18 and provide appropriate disclaimers. The Florida Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority, with potential civil penalties up to $50,000 for violations. The law aims to create a standardized approach to age verification and content protection across digital platforms, with provisions designed to prevent anticompetitive practices and ensure nondiscriminatory implementation. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving technology companies time to prepare for compliance.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to online access to materials harmful to minors; creating s. 282.803, F.S.; providing definitions; requiring a developer to, beginning on a specified date, make specific determination about covered applications, provide notice to application stores about such applications, and provide certain features for parents to protect a user that is a child; requiring a covered manufacturer to, beginning on a specified date, take certain steps to determine specified information about the user, provide certain notices, and provide developers of covered applications with a specified means to verify the age of a user; providing requirements for devices sold before a specified date; providing construction; requiring an application store to establish nondiscriminatory practices; providing for enforcement actions by the Attorney General; providing an affirmative defense; providing a limitation on liability for a covered manufacturer under certain circumstances; amending s. 501.1737, F.S.; revising and providing definitions; revising the age verification method used by certain commercial entities to verify the age of a person accessing certain material; providing an exception; requiring a covered manufacturer to ensure certain statutory hb931-00 requirements are met; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to bring an action against covered manufacturers; authorizing the imposition of civil penalties against covered manufacturers; removing certain liability and damage provisions for certain commercial entities; removing provisions relating to public records exemptions and the Open Government Sunset Review Act; removing the definition of the term "proprietary information"; creating s. 501.1741, F.S.; requiring covered manufactures to take certain steps upon activation of a device; requiring certain websites, applications, or online services to take certain actions based on the amount of material harmful to minors found on such website, application, or online service; requiring covered manufacturers to comply with statutory requirements in a nondiscriminatory manner; prohibiting covered manufacturers from taking certain actions; authorizing the Department of Legal Affairs to adopt rules and regulations; providing preemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tyler Sirois (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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WV bill #HB3140 • Last Action 03/04/2025
FOIA Database
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies West Virginia's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to strengthen protections for individuals making public records requests. The bill requires that the identity of FOIA requesters be kept confidential, with only limited exceptions such as requests made by government officials in an official capacity, cases where public interest outweighs privacy concerns, or when the requester explicitly consents to disclosure. The Secretary of State must maintain an electronic database of FOIA requests, but this database cannot include the names or personally identifiable information of requesters. The bill mandates that any existing online FOIA logs or databases be updated within 90 days to remove requester identities, and it establishes penalties for improper disclosure. If a requester's personal information is unlawfully revealed, they may seek injunctive relief and damages up to $5,000. The legislation aims to protect the privacy of individuals seeking public information while maintaining transparency in government record-keeping.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to require custodians of any public records to maintain a public accessible database; protect the identity of persons with FOIA requests; and requiring updates of public online data bases.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Tresa Howell (R)*, Laura Kimble (R), Margitta Mazzocchi (R), Buck Jennings (R), Marshall Clay (R), Sarah Drennan (R), Kathie Crouse (R), Mickey Petitto (R), Michael Devault (R), Thomas Clark (R), Lisa White (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: To House Judiciary
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FL bill #S1012 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new exemptions for public records and meetings related to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact. Specifically, it exempts certain personal identifying information of occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants from public records requirements, allowing such information to remain confidential unless the originating state authorizes its disclosure. The bill also creates exemptions for certain meetings of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, including discussions about member state noncompliance, internal personnel matters, potential litigation, contract negotiations, personnel accusations, trade secrets, personal privacy concerns, investigatory records, and other sensitive topics. Additionally, any recordings, minutes, and records generated during these exempt meetings will also be protected from public disclosure. The Legislature justifies these exemptions as necessary for the state to effectively participate in the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which requires these protections. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning these exemptions will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to extend them. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1010).
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 468.2265, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Department of Health or the Board of Occupational Therapy pursuant to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing disclosure of the information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings, or portions of meetings, of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or exempt portions of meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alexis Calatayud (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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TX bill #HB3719 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Relating to the availability of dates of birth under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Public Information Act to clarify when governmental bodies can withhold an individual's date of birth. Specifically, the bill allows dates of birth to be withheld only under three conditions: (1) as permitted by existing confidentiality provisions, (2) as allowed by federal HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) privacy requirements, or (3) as otherwise specified by other constitutional or statutory laws. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date, which will be either immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature or September 1, 2025, if the immediate vote threshold is not met. The purpose of this bill appears to be standardizing and limiting the circumstances under which governmental bodies can keep dates of birth confidential, potentially increasing transparency while still protecting individual privacy in specific situations defined by law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the availability of dates of birth under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Todd Hunter (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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FL bill #H1031 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec./Criminal Acts that Evidence Prejudice
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's Hate Crimes Reporting Act by shifting the responsibility for collecting and disseminating data on criminal acts evidencing prejudice from the Governor to the Attorney General. The bill expands the public records exemption for this data collection, making the information confidential and exempt from public records requirements. Specifically, the bill requires law enforcement agencies to report monthly on criminal acts that show prejudice, and the Department of Law Enforcement will compile and disseminate this information upon request. The data can only be used for research or statistical purposes and cannot include information that might reveal a victim's identity. The bill also mandates that the Attorney General publish an annual report on these incidents, instead of an annual summary. An important provision is the inclusion of a sunset review, which means the public records exemption will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill's purpose is to improve tracking and understanding of hate crimes, allowing law enforcement and researchers to have a more comprehensive view of prejudice-based criminal acts in Florida while protecting the privacy of victims.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 877.19, F.S.; requiring the Attorney General, rather than the Governor, through the Department of Law Enforcement, to collect and disseminate specified information; expanding a public records exemption to include the collection and dissemination of data on incidents of criminal acts that evidence prejudice pursuant to ss. 775.085 and 775.0863, F.S.; providing for future review and repeal of the expanded exemption; requiring the Attorney General to publish an annual report, rather than an annual summary; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Gottlieb (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #H0443 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Charter Schools
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to charter school operations in Florida, focusing on enhancing charter school flexibility, governance, and opportunities. The legislation allows charter schools to increase student enrollment to facility capacity, permits charter schools to assign their charter to another governing board under specific conditions, and authorizes high-performing charter schools to assume the charters of existing charter schools within the same school district. The bill establishes new requirements for charter school governing boards, including the ability to adopt their own student conduct codes and providing more detailed guidelines for background screenings of employees and board members. Additionally, the bill mandates that school districts provide charter schools with a right of first refusal when disposing of real property, ensuring that educational facilities can potentially continue serving students. The legislation also clarifies sponsor responsibilities, such as not imposing unreasonable administrative deadlines and ensuring prompt sharing of student data with charter schools. Key provisions aim to provide charter schools with greater operational autonomy while maintaining accountability through annual reviews and performance standards. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools and districts time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to charter schools; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; providing requirements for specified deadlines for charter schools; prohibiting a sponsor from imposing certain limitations on charter schools; authorizing a charter school to increase its enrollment capacity under certain circumstances; providing requirements for such charter school's facilities; authorizing a charter school to assign its charter to another governing board under certain circumstances; providing requirements for such assignment; providing additional grounds for nonrenewal or termination of a charter school charter; authorizing charter school governing boards to adopt codes of student conduct; providing requirements for such codes; providing requirements for the resolution of complaints or appeals relating to such codes; revising the criteria for a charter school to give enrollment preferences or limit the enrollment process to certain students; revising provisions relating to the background screenings of charter school employees and governing board members; requiring charter schools to be in compliance with specified provisions relating to student welfare; revising the facilities and land exempt from specified ad valorem taxes; providing hb443-00 sponsor and Department of Education requirements for the sharing of specified data with charter schools, including educational service providers; providing that certain provisions only apply to certain relationships and transactions with for-profit businesses; prohibiting certain persons from serving as members of a charter school governing board; amending s. 1002.331, F.S.; authorizing high- performing charter schools to assume the charters of certain charter schools; amending s. 1013.28, F.S.; providing legislative intent; requiring school districts to take specified actions before the disposal of real property; providing that charter schools within a school district have a right of first refusal for such real property; providing school district requirements before the finalization of any disposal of real property; prohibiting school districts from such disposal before meeting certain requirements; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Snyder (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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MS bill #HB271 • Last Action 03/04/2025
State agencies procurement; bring forward code sections related to.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill: Brings forward numerous existing Mississippi Code sections related to state agencies' procurement, contracts, and financial management practices, covering a wide range of topics including purchasing regulations, contractor responsibilities, bid procedures, lease agreements, and oversight mechanisms. The bill consolidates and updates various statutes related to how state agencies, public bodies, and governmental entities acquire goods, services, and public works projects, with provisions covering everything from competitive bidding requirements and minority business preferences to contract approval processes and financial controls. The comprehensive nature of the bill suggests an effort to streamline and clarify existing procurement laws, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and accountability in state government spending and contracting.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 31-1-1, 31-1-21, 31-1-25, 31-1-27, 31-3-1, 31-3-2, 31-3-3, 31-3-5, 31-3-7, 31-3-9, 31-3-11, 31-3-13, 31-3-14, 31-3-15, 31-3-17, 31-3-16, 31-3-21, 31-3-23, 31-5-3, 31-5-15, 31-5-17, 31-5-19, 31-5-21, 31-5-23, 31-5-25, 31-5-27, 31-5-29, 31-5-31, 31-5-33, 31-5-35, 31-5-37, 31-5-39, 31-5-41, 31-5-51, 31-5-52, 31-5-53, 31-5-55, 31-5-57, 31-7-1, 31-7-3, 31-7-5, 31-7-7, 31-7-9, 31-7-10, 31-7-11, 31-7-12, 31-7-13, 31-7-13.1, 31-7-13.2, 31-7-13.3, 31-7-14, 31-7-14.1, 31-7-15, 31-7-16, 31-7-18, 31-7-21, 31-7-23, 31-7-38, 31-7-47, 31-7-49, 31-7-53, 31-7-55, 31-7-57, 31-7-59, 31-7-61, 31-7-63, 31-7-65, 31-7-67, 31-7-73, 31-7-301, 31-7-303, 31-7-305, 31-7-307, 31-7-309, 31-7-311, 31-7-313, 31-7-315, 31-7-317, 31-7-401, 31-7-403, 31-7-405, 31-7-407, 31-7-409, 31-7-411, 31-7-413, 31-7-415, 31-7-417, 31-7-419, 31-7-421, 31-7-423, 31-8-1, 31-8-3, 31-8-5, 31-8-7, 31-8-9, 31-8-11, 31-8-13, 31-9-1, 31-9-5, 31-9-9, 31-9-13, 31-9-15, 31-11-1, 31-11-3, 31-11-4, 31-11-7, 31-11-25, 31-11-27, 31-11-29, 31-11-30, 31-11-31, 31-11-33, 31-11-35, 25-53-101, 25-53-105, 25-53-107, 25-53-109, 25-53-111, 25-53-113, 25-53-115, 25-53-117, 25-53-119, 25-53-121, 25-53-123, 25-53-125, 27-104-152, 27-104-153, 27-104-155, 27-104-157, 27-104-158, 27-104-159, 27-104-161, 27-104-163, 27-104-165, 27-104-167, 57-75-3, 57-75-5, 57-75-7, 57-75-9, 57-75-11, 57-75-13, 57-75-15, 57-75-17, 57-75-19, 57-75-21, 57-75-22, 57-75-23, 57-75-25, 57-75-27, 57-75-33, 57-75-35, 57-75-37, 63-11-47, 65-25-53, 65-27-7, 47-5-357, 19-31-37, 17-25-5, 45-1-39, 47-5-64, 47-5-66, 47-5-105, 47-5-20, 47-5-47, 47-5-79, 59-9-25, 71-5-116, 65-17-105, 65-19-61, 65-19-77, 61-13-1, 61-13-5, 7-7-51, 7-7-23, 7-7-25, 59-17-31, 59-5-37, 27-115-49, 27-104-7, 25-53-191, 65-1-87, 73-13-45, 73-63-55, 17-17-121, 25-53-25, 5-3-72, 25-53-151, 25-53-3, 27-115-69, 29-5-2, 25-53-21, 57-69-3, 27-104-103, 77-3-42, 25-53-29, 25-61-9, 47-5-66, 49-2-9, 43-27-35, 25-58-21, 65-43-3, 37-101-413, 25-53-5, 25-53-191 And 37-101-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hank Zuber (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #H0971 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec./Commission on Human Relations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption from public disclosure for personal identifying and location information for current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these employees, as well as the names, addresses, and employment information of their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill includes a statement of public necessity, explaining that these personnel and their families may be at risk of physical or emotional harm from individuals who are dissatisfied with the Commission's actions or seek to intimidate or retaliate against its staff. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature. The bill requires that requests to maintain the exemption must be submitted in writing and notarized, and provides a process for individuals to request the release of their own exempt information. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current and former personnel and commissioners of the Florida Commission on Human Relations and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel and commissioners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kim Daniels (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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CT bill #HB07090 • Last Action 03/04/2025
An Act Concerning The Timing And Scope Of Audits By The Auditors Of Public Accounts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the responsibilities and oversight of the Auditors of Public Accounts, requiring them to submit an annual proposed audit schedule to the legislative committee responsible for government oversight. Starting in December 2025, the auditors must provide a detailed plan of their planned audits for the upcoming calendar year. The committee will now have expanded authority to request more frequent audits of state agencies, including prioritizing specific audits or conducting follow-up audits when previous audit findings revealed significant violations of state statutes or regulations. The bill maintains the auditors' existing responsibilities to audit state agencies, treasurers, and comptrollers, while clarifying their ability to examine agency records, including those held by private contractors. Additionally, the bill preserves confidentiality protections for certain sensitive audit information, such as details about internal information systems and the identities of employees who report potential fraud. The changes aim to enhance legislative oversight and transparency of state agency operations by giving the government oversight committee more input into the audit process and allowing for more responsive and targeted auditing of state agencies.
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Bill Summary: To require the Auditors of Public Accounts to provide a proposed schedule of audits to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to government oversight, and to authorize such committee to request the auditors to conduct more frequent audits or performance audits of state agencies.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Government Oversight Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/4/2025 )
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CA bill #AB31 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Peace officers: tribal police pilot project.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a three-year Tribal Police Pilot Program from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2029, designed to grant peace officer authority to tribal police officers from three selected federally recognized tribes in California. The program, administered by the Department of Justice and the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, allows tribal police officers to have expanded law enforcement powers both on Indian lands and in other parts of the state under specific circumstances, such as responding to emergencies, making arrests with consent from local law enforcement, or pursuing suspects. Participating tribal entities must meet rigorous requirements, including adopting tribal laws that provide public record access, waive sovereign immunity to a limited extent, and comply with California peace officer standards and training regulations. The bill aims to address the high rates of violence against Indigenous people and improve public safety by creating a more integrated approach to law enforcement. Participating tribes will be required to obtain peace officer certifications, maintain specific insurance coverage, and submit to ongoing monitoring and evaluation, with the Department of Justice mandated to provide interim and final reports to the Legislature. The program is intended to enhance collaboration between tribal and state law enforcement while respecting tribal sovereignty, and it includes provisions for establishing domestic violence review teams and collaborating on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons cases.
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Bill Summary: An act to add and repeal Sections 830.83 and 832.55 of, and to add and repeal Article 2.45 (commencing with Section 11073) of Chapter 1 of Title 1 of Part 4 of, the Penal Code, relating to peace officers.
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• Introduced: 12/02/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : James Ramos (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/02/2024
• Last Action: From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (March 4). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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FL bill #S1264 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Rural and Urban Business Enterprises
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes references to regional planning councils and replaces language about minority business enterprises with language focused on rural and urban businesses. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill comprehensively reorganizes Florida's approach to business development and economic assistance, shifting from a minority business enterprise focus to a rural and urban business enterprise framework. The legislation repeals numerous sections of existing law related to regional planning councils and minority business definitions, and replaces them with new definitions and provisions centered on rural and urban business development. Key changes include renaming the Office of Supplier Diversity to the Office of Supplier Development, modifying certification requirements for businesses, and creating a new Rural Accelerator Program within the Department of Commerce to provide grant funding for rural communities to prepare economic development sites. The bill also establishes a Research, Innovation, Science, and Engineering (RISE) Investment Tax Credit Program to incentivize venture capital investment in Florida, with provisions for qualifying private funds to receive tax credits for investments in qualifying portfolio companies. Additionally, the legislation removes many references to minority and gender representation in various state boards and commissions, replacing them with language about geographic representation or rural and urban business interests. The bill's effective date is July 1, 2025, allowing time for state agencies and businesses to adapt to the new framework.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to rural and urban business enterprises; repealing ss. 24.113, 186.501, 186.502, 186.503, 186.504, 186.505, 186.506, 186.507, 186.508, 186.509, 186.511, 186.512, 186.513, 186.515, 288.706, 288.7094, 288.7102, 288.71025, 288.7103, and 288.714, F.S., relating to minority participation; a short title; legislative findings and public purpose; definitions relating to the Florida Regional Planning Council Act; regional planning councils, creation, and membership; regional planning councils, powers and duties; the Executive Office of the Governor, powers and duties; strategic regional policy plans; strategic regional policy plan adoption, consistency with state comprehensive plan; dispute resolution process; evaluation of strategic regional policy plan, changes in plan; designation of regional planning councils; reports; creation of regional planning councils under ch. 163, F.S.; the Florida Minority Business Loan Mobilization Program; black business investment corporations; the Black Business Loan Program; prohibited acts and penalties; eligibility for a loan, loan guarantee, or investment; and quarterly and annual reports, respectively; amending s. 20.60, F.S.; revising the purpose of the Department of Commerce; revising the responsibilities of the Division of Economic Development within the department; assigning responsibility to the division for the Office of Secure Florida within the department; specifying the responsibilities of the office; amending s. 212.08, F.S.; deleting a prohibition that the Department of Revenue may not issue temporary tax exemption certificates after a specified date; amending s. 215.559, F.S.; requiring the Division of Emergency Management to give funding priority to projects for the Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program in regional planning council regions as such regions existed on a specified date; amending s. 252.385, F.S.; requiring that the statewide emergency shelter plan identify the general location and square footage of special needs shelters by regional planning council regions, as such regions existed on a specified date, during the next 5 years; requiring that state funds be maximized and targeted to regional planning council regions as such regions existed on a specified date; amending s. 253.025, F.S.; providing an exemption for Federal Government agencies regarding land being reverted to the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund if land conveyances are at less than the appraised value; amending s. 287.012, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “minority business enterprise”; defining the term “related immediate family group”; amending s. 287.042, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 287.0931, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “minority person”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 287.09451, F.S.; revising legislative findings; renaming the Office of Supplier Diversity as the Office of Supplier Development; specifying that the purpose and duties of the office are to assist rural or urban business enterprises, rather than minority business enterprises; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; making technical changes; amending s. 287.0947, F.S.; renaming the Florida Advisory Council on Small and Minority Business Development as the Florida Advisory Council on Small, Rural, and Urban Business Development; revising the composition of the council’s membership; revising the council’s powers and duties; conforming a cross-reference; amending s. 288.001, F.S.; revising the criteria for membership of the statewide advisory board of the Florida Small Business Development Center Network; amending s. 288.0065, F.S.; revising what information must be included in the department’s annual incentives report; amending s. 288.0656, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “rural community”; deleting the Florida Regional Planning Council Association as an agency that may sit on the Rural Economic Development Initiative; creating s. 288.06562, F.S.; creating the Rural Accelerator Program within the Department of Commerce; providing a purpose for the program; requiring the department to accept grant applications from certain communities; requiring the department to collaborate with the Florida Regional Economic Development Association to review grant applications; requiring that funds be distributed by the department for specified purposes; authorizing the department to reimburse recipients for specified costs through direct payment methods; authorizing the department to adopt rules; amending s. 288.1167, F.S.; revising the sports franchise contract provisions for food and beverage concession and contract awards; amending s. 288.12266, F.S.; revising the purpose of the Targeted Marketing Assistance Program to include businesses in rural or urban areas; amending s. 288.1229, F.S.; revising the representational criteria for the board of directors of the Florida Sports Foundation; amending s. 288.124, F.S.; deleting a requirement that the Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation give preference to specified governments and groups seeking to attract minority conventions in this state; amending s. 288.7015, F.S.; revising the duties of the state’s rules ombudsman; amending s. 288.702, F.S.; renaming the Florida Small and Minority Business Assistance Act as the Florida Small Business Act; conforming a cross reference; amending s. 288.703, F.S.; defining, deleting, and revising terms; amending s. 288.705, F.S.; requiring that the Small Business Development Center, in coordination with Minority Business Development Centers, compile and distribute certain information to small businesses and businesses located in rural or urban areas, rather than to minority businesses; revising the information to be provided by the Small Business Development Center in its annual report to the Department of Commerce; amending s. 288.776, F.S.; deleting a membership requirement of the board of directors of the Florida Export Finance Corporation; creating s. 288.9628, F.S.; providing legislative findings; establishing the Research, Innovation, Science, and Engineering (RISE) Investment Tax Credit Program within the Department of Commerce; providing the purpose for the program; requiring the department to coordinate with the Florida Opportunity Fund and the State Board of Administration for a specified purpose; defining terms; requiring an applicant to apply to the department for authorization to claim tax credits; requiring the department to review and act upon such application within a specified timeframe; requiring the applicant to provide certain information required by the department; specifying the information that must be included in the application; requiring an applicant to update its application if there has been a material change; prohibiting tax credits from exceeding a specified amount in a fiscal year; prohibiting the department from issuing a tax credit to a qualifying private fund until the private fund demonstrates it has received its total capital commitment; prohibiting the department from authorizing more than a specified amount of tax credits to a qualifying private fund in a fiscal year; requiring a qualifying private fund to provide documentation to show that the qualifying investment meets the department’s requirements to issue a tax credit; providing that follow-on or add-on capital commitments may only be considered after the follow-on or add-on investment has been deployed; requiring a qualifying private fund to make a specified number of qualified investments in a specified number of qualifying portfolio projects to be eligible for a tax credit; specifying the information that must be included in the submission by a qualifying private fund; authorizing a qualifying private fund to receive tax credits equivalent to a certain percentage of a qualifying investment in a qualifying portfolio company; requiring the department to authorize the Department of Revenue to issue tax credits to a qualifying private fund if certain requirements are met; prohibiting the Department of Revenue from issuing more than a specified fraction of the tax credits authorized for a qualifying investment in a qualifying portfolio company in a fiscal year; authorizing credits received to be applied against the qualifying private fund’s corporate income tax liability; authorizing a qualifying private fund to transfer or sell any portion of its tax credit; requiring such transfer or sale to take place within a specified timeframe, after which the credit expires; prohibiting such transfer or sale if the department authorizes the credit but the Department of Revenue has not yet issued such credit; authorizing the department to revoke or modify its previous decisions if it is discovered that the qualifying private fund submitted any false statement, representation, or certification in its application or if information in a previous application materially changes; requiring the department to notify the Department of Revenue of any such revocation or modification affecting previously granted tax credits; requiring the notify the department of any change in its tax credit claimed; requiring that a qualifying private fund must annually report to the department for each investment within a specified timeframe in order to remain eligible to receive tax credits; providing that failure to do so will result in the qualifying private fund’s tax credit being revoked; requiring a qualifying private fund to submit specified information to the department in order to receive a tax credit; providing construction; requiring the department to include specified information in its annual incentives report beginning on a specified date and annually thereafter; authorizing the department to adopt rules; amending s. 290.0056, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 290.0057, F.S.; revising enterprise zone development plan requirements to include business investment corporations in rural or urban areas; amending s. 331.302, F.S.; providing that Space Florida is not an agency for purposes of its ability to bid and contract for certain professional and construction services under certain circumstances, and is therefore exempt from certain requirements; providing that monies received by the person under contract with Space Florida to provide certain goods and services are not state or local government funds; amending s. 331.351, F.S.; revising legislative intent that rural or urban business enterprises, rather than women, minorities, and socially and economically disadvantaged business enterprises, be encouraged to participate fully in specified development; amending s. 445.004, F.S.; deleting minority and gender representation as criteria for the Governor to consider when choosing the members of the state board of CareerSource Florida, Inc.; amending s. 445.007, F.S.; deleting minority and gender representation as a consideration when making appointments to the local workforce development boards or to any committees established by the local workforce development board; amending s. 445.08, F.S.; revising the minimum eligibility requirements for the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program for newly employed law enforcement officers; deleting an expiration date; amending s. 447.203, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “managerial employees”; authorizing local governments to enter into agreements to create regional planning entities; amending ss. 17.11, 68.082, 120.52, 120.525, 120.65, 163.3164, 163.3177, 163.3178, 163.3184, 163.3245, 163.568, 164.1031, 186.003, 186.006, 186.007, 186.008, 186.803, 187.201, 218.32, 255.101, 255.102, 258.501, 260.0142, 287.042, 287.055, 287.057, 287.0943, 288.7031, 288.975, 290.004, 320.08058, 320.63, 335.188, 339.155, 339.175, 339.285, 339.63, 339.64, 341.041, 343.54, 366.93, 369.303, 369.307, 373.309, 373.415, 377.703, 378.411, 380.031, 380.045, 380.05, 380.055, 380.06, 380.061, 380.07, 380.23, 380.507, 381.986, 403.031, 403.0752, 403.503, 403.50663, 403.507, 403.509, 403.5115, 403.5175, 403.518, 403.522, 403.5251, 403.526, 403.5271, 403.5272, 403.5363, 403.5365, 403.537, 403.704, 403.7225, 403.7226, 403.723, 403.9403, 403.941, 403.9422, 403.973, 408.033, 409.901, 420.609, 440.45, 473.3065, 501.171, 625.3255, 627.3511, 641.217, 657.042, 658.67, 947.02, 947.021, 1004.435, and 1013.30, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising and conforming cross references; making technical changes; reenacting ss. 215.971(1)(h), 257.193(2), 288.0655(2)(b), and 627.6699(14)(d), relating to agreements funded with federal or state assistance, the Community Libraries in Caring Program, the Rural Infrastructure Fund, and the Employee Health Care Access Act, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 288.0656, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 288.0001(2)(b), F.S., relating to the Economic Development Programs Evaluation, to incorporate the amendments made to ss. 288.1167 and 288.124, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 110.205(2)(w), F.S., relating to career service exemptions, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 447.203, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 163.3162(2)(d) and 373.129(8), F.S., relating to agricultural lands and practices and maintenance of actions, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 164.1031, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 339.2819(1) and (3), F.S., relating to the Transportation Regional Incentive Program, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 339.155, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 380.0552(5) and (6), F.S., relating to the Florida Keys Area, to incorporate the amendments made to ss. 380.045 and 380.05, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 403.5064(1)(a), F.S., relating to application schedules, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 403.507, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting ss. 403.5251(1)(a) and 403.5271(1)(d) and (f), F.S., relating to application schedules and alternate corridors, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 403.526, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting s. 403.9421(5)(c), F.S., relating to fees and disposition, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 403.941, F.S., in a reference thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0114 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Insurance Research
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management at Florida State University, expanding its research scope beyond just catastrophic storms to include broader insurance and risk management topics. The center will now conduct comprehensive research on various insurance-related areas such as storm forecasting, consumer protections, claims practices, reinsurance markets, building resilience, and different types of insurance. The bill requires the center to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing the property insurance market, with projections for 1, 5, 10, and 20 years, and recommendations for improving insurance availability and affordability. Additionally, the bill transfers management of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University, and establishes a program to encourage actuarial science students to work in public sector risk management. The center is now authorized to conduct research in response to legislative inquiries and requests from the Office of Insurance Regulation, and will receive $5 million in recurring funds and $1.5 million in nonrecurring funds for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to support its expanded mission.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance research; amending s. 1004.647, F.S.; renaming the Florida Catastrophic Storm Risk Management Center to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; revising the purpose of the center; revising the duties of the center; providing areas of interest for research; requiring the center to collaborate with the Office of Insurance Regulation to produce an annual report analyzing the property insurance market in this state; requiring that the report be published by a specified date and updated at least biennially; requiring the center to develop a program with the office and the Actuarial Science Program at Florida State University for a specified purpose; requiring the center to use the public hurricane loss projection model when necessary; requiring the center to conduct research in response to inquiries from the Legislature; authorizing the center to conduct research in response to requests from the office; amending s. 627.06281, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with the center to manage the public hurricane loss projection model; requiring the center to update the model; providing that certain fees charged for access and use of the model do not apply to the Florida Center for Excellence in Insurance and Risk Management; providing for a type two transfer of the public hurricane loss projection model from Florida International University to Florida State University; amending s. 627.06292, F.S.; making conforming changes; providing an appropriation; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Trumbull (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0136 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public School Personnel Salary Schedules
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's public school personnel salary schedules by making several key changes to how school districts can structure employee compensation. The bill eliminates several existing definitions related to salary schedules, including references to "grandfathered" and "performance" salary schedules, and removes previous requirements for mandatory performance-based pay adjustments. Instead, district school boards will now have the option, rather than the requirement, to base a portion of employee compensation on performance. The bill revises base salary calculations for instructional personnel and school administrators, allowing more flexibility in how salaries are determined. Districts will still be required to provide salary supplements for certain conditions, such as assignments to Title I schools, schools with low grades, critical shortage areas, and additional academic responsibilities. Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, districts must adopt salary schedules that can incorporate performance-based elements, but are not strictly mandated to do so. The bill also removes previous provisions that protected performance salary schedules from budget-related reductions. Additionally, the bill reenacts several related statutes to incorporate these changes, ensuring consistency across different sections of Florida's education law, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public school personnel salary schedules; amending s. 1012.22, F.S.; deleting definitions; deleting a requirement relating to cost of-living salary adjustments; revising requirements for salary schedules for school employees; authorizing, rather than requiring, a district school board to base a portion of each employee’s compensation on performance; deleting a requirement that district school boards adopt a performance salary schedule based on specified requirements; revising the requirement for a base salary for instructional personnel or school administrators; revising conditions under which a district school board must provide salary supplements; deleting a provision that prohibits a performance salary schedule from being reduced due to budget constraints; making technical changes; reenacting ss. 1002.33(16)(b), 1002.451(5)(a), 1003.621(2)(h), and 1011.6202(3)(b), F.S., relating to charter school exemption from statutes, district innovation school of technology program exemption from statutes, academically high performing school districts’ compliance with statutes and rules, and Principal Autonomy Program Initiative exemption from laws, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 1012.22, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/30/2024
• Added: 12/30/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/30/2024
• Last Action: Introduced
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OR bill #HB3780 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Relating to producer responsibility; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes newspaper from Oregon's producer responsibility recycling laws, specifically amending three sections of Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) to exclude newspapers from definitions and requirements related to printing and writing paper, and producer responsibility programs. The bill modifies ORS 459A.863 to remove newspaper from the definition of "printing and writing paper", updates ORS 459A.866 to eliminate references to newspaper when determining producers of printed materials, and amends ORS 459A.884 to remove provisions about newspaper publishers' membership fees in recycling organizations. The legislative intent is to completely eliminate any recycling-related requirements for newspapers under the state's producer responsibility framework. The bill declares an emergency, which means it will take effect immediately upon passage, and includes a provision that stays or dismisses any enforcement actions related to newspapers that might have occurred between July 1, 2025, and the bill's effective date. This change essentially exempts newspaper producers from the state's recycling and producer responsibility regulations.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act takes newspaper out of some recycling laws. (Flesch Readability Score: 75.5). Removes newspaper from packaging, printing and writing paper and food serviceware producer responsibility laws. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Em Levy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Climate, Energy, and Environment.
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IL bill #SB2436 • Last Action 03/04/2025
FOIA-NUCLEAR SECURITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to add a new exemption for certain nuclear security-related documents. Specifically, the bill creates an exemption for documents that have been determined to be security sensitive under a 1987 agreement between the State of Illinois and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and in accordance with the National Materials Program. These documents include information classified as safeguards, safeguards-modified, and sensitive unclassified nonsafeguards information, as identified in NRC regulatory information summaries, security advisories, and other communications or regulations related to the control and distribution of security-sensitive information. This means that such documents would be exempt from public inspection and copying under the Freedom of Information Act, protecting potentially sensitive nuclear-related information from public disclosure. The exemption is designed to maintain security standards and protect critical nuclear-related documentation from potential misuse or unauthorized access.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that documents that have been determined to be security sensitive under certain requirements related to the U.S. Nuclear Regulation Commission and National Materials Program are exempt from inspection and copying under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Karina Villa (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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FL bill #S1266 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Victim of a Crime
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to strengthen protections for crime victims by expanding confidentiality provisions for personal identifying information. The legislation makes confidential and exempt from public disclosure any public records that reveal a victim's identity, personal identification numbers, contact information, or location details that could be used to locate or harass the victim or their family. The bill requires that such confidential information must still be released for judicial proceedings and cannot be denied to criminal defendants, but those accessing the information are prohibited from sharing it with outside parties except as necessary for legal preparation. The bill imposes criminal penalties (a first-degree misdemeanor) for unauthorized disclosure of this confidential information. An important provision is that the exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless specifically reenacted. The legislation is motivated by a legislative finding that protecting victims' personal information is crucial to preventing further harassment and ensuring victims' safety, with the law explicitly recognizing the potential risks of exposing such sensitive personal details.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; revising a public records exemption for documents that reveal certain information about the victim of a crime to include only public records that reveal such information; providing an exemption from public records requirements for any other personal identifying or location information that could be used to locate or harass a victim or the victim’s family; deleting an exemption for information that reveals certain information about a victim of sexual battery, aggravated child abuse, aggravated stalking, harassment, aggravated battery, or domestic violence upon written request of the victim; requiring that confidential information be released as needed in furtherance of any judicial proceeding; prohibiting such access from being denied to criminal defendants; prohibiting certain persons from revealing such confidential information to any outside party except under certain circumstances; providing criminal penalties; providing construction; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Gruters (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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NE bill #LB504 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Adopt the Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Age-Appropriate Online Design Code Act, which establishes comprehensive requirements for online services that are likely to be accessed by minors. The legislation defines a "covered online service" as a business that operates in the state, is likely to be accessed by minors, and meets certain revenue or data processing thresholds. The bill mandates that these services exercise reasonable care to prevent potential harm to users, such as compulsive usage, psychological distress, and discrimination. Online services must provide easy-to-use tools for users to control their privacy, limit communication, and manage design features, with stricter default settings for known minors. The bill prohibits targeted advertising to minors, limits data collection and usage, and requires services to only collect the minimum personal data necessary to provide their service. Companies must offer parental monitoring tools, establish mechanisms to report harm, and annually publish an independent third-party audit detailing their practices regarding minors. The Attorney General will enforce the act, with potential civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation, and the law will become operative on January 1, 2026. The legislation aims to protect minors online by imposing strict design and privacy standards on digital platforms.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to consumer protections; to adopt the Age- Appropriate Online Design Code Act; to provide an operative date; and to provide severability.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Carolyn Bosn (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 21
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: Enrollment and Review ER21 filed
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FL bill #H0507 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec./ Sexual Assault Counselors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption that protects the personal identifying and location information (such as home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs) of sexual assault counselors from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill adds a provision to section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes that shields sexual assault counselors' personal details from public records requests. The rationale for this exemption, as explained in the bill's statement of necessity, is to protect these counselors from potential harassment, threats, or retaliation by individuals connected to the cases they work on. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, meaning it will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The bill highlights the critical role sexual assault counselors play in supporting crime victims and argues that the potential harm to these professionals from releasing their personal information outweighs any public benefit of disclosure. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to personal information in existing and future records.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of sexual assault counselors; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Casello (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #S0842 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/County Administrators and City Managers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to provide a new exemption from public disclosure for personal identifying and location information of current county and city administrators. Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of county administrators, deputy and assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy and assistant city managers, as well as the same information for their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The legislative justification for this exemption is to protect these public officials and their families from potential harassment, revenge, or targeting that could arise from their professional decision-making. The bill requires officials to submit a written and notarized request to maintain the exemption, and it allows for the information to be released under specific circumstances, such as by the individual's own request or after their death. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current county administrators, deputy county administrators, assistant county administrators, city managers, deputy city managers, and assistant city managers, and their spouses and children; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kristen Arrington (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0300 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Appellate Court Clerks and their Spouses and Children
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to expand privacy protections for appellate court clerks and their families by creating a new public records exemption. Specifically, the bill defines "appellate court" as including the Florida Supreme Court and district courts of appeal, and exempts the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current appellate court clerks from public disclosure. The exemption also covers the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of the spouses and children of appellate court clerks, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill provides a rationale for this exemption, noting that appellate court clerks may face potential risks of revenge from disgruntled litigants due to their professional interactions. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed by the Legislature. Additionally, the bill makes a technical conforming change to another statute and will take effect on July 1, 2025. The law aims to protect the personal safety of appellate court clerks and their family members by preventing the public disclosure of their sensitive personal information.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term “appellate court”; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current appellate court clerks and the spouses and children of such appellate court clerks; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; amending s. 744.21031, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Darryl Rouson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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PA bill #HB802 • Last Action 03/04/2025
In procedure, further providing for exceptions for public records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law to expand exceptions for public records in two key ways. First, it modifies the existing provision about notes and working papers prepared by public officials, adding a new category that allows materials created to assist individuals with disabilities (such as braille translations or large print materials) to be exempt from public disclosure. Second, the bill creates a new exception that protects the identity of claimants or victims in settlements involving sexual harassment or sexual assault claims. Additionally, the bill clarifies that while financial records are generally open to public access, agencies can still redact certain protected information, including the new sexual harassment/assault settlement exception. The changes aim to provide additional privacy protections for vulnerable individuals, particularly those with disabilities and those who have experienced sexual harassment or assault, while maintaining the general principle of transparency in government records. The amendments will take effect 60 days after the bill's enactment.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), entitled "An act providing for access to public information, for a designated open-records officer in each Commonwealth agency, local agency, judicial agency and legislative agency, for procedure, for appeal of agency determination, for judicial review and for the Office of Open Records; imposing penalties; providing for reporting by State-related institutions; requiring the posting of certain State contract information on the Internet; and making related repeals," in procedure, further providing for exceptions for public records.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Liz Hanbidge (D)*, Carol Hill-Evans (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Nancy Guenst (D), Ben Sanchez (D), José Giral (D), Tarik Khan (D), Mike Schlossberg (D), Mary Jo Daley (D), Joe Hohenstein (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/05/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND OPERATIONS
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FL bill #H0789 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec./Public Officers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create new exemptions for the personal information of public officers and their families. Specifically, the bill defines "partial home addresses" as dwelling location details excluding city and zip code, and establishes protections for current public officers, their spouses, and children. The new exemptions cover partial home addresses of public officers and their spouses, telephone numbers of spouses, and personal information about minor children, including names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and school/daycare locations. For minor children who reach adulthood, only their partial home addresses and telephone numbers remain exempt. The bill allows for disclosure of this exempt information to other government agencies when necessary to perform their duties. The exemptions are justified by the potential threats and harassment public officers and their families may face due to their public roles, with the Legislature finding that the risk of harm outweighs potential public benefits of disclosure. The exemptions will be subject to legislative review and are set to expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining terms; providing exemptions from public records requirements for the partial home addresses and telephone numbers of current public officers, their spouses, and their adult children, and the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth of, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by, the minor children of such officers; authorizing the disclosure of exempt information for a specified purpose; providing for the future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Susan L. Valdés (R)*, Wyman Duggan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #S1216 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Cybersecurity of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders and Money Services Businesses
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive cybersecurity requirements for mortgage brokers, lenders, and money services businesses in Florida. The legislation mandates that these financial service providers develop and maintain a detailed information security program designed to protect customer nonpublic personal information. The program must include administrative, technical, and physical safeguards tailored to the size and complexity of the business, with specific requirements such as regularly testing systems for potential cyber attacks, monitoring and adjusting security measures, and establishing a written incident response plan for addressing potential cybersecurity events. Businesses must promptly investigate any cybersecurity incidents, determine the nature and scope of the event, and take reasonable measures to restore system security and prevent further unauthorized access. The bill applies to businesses with 20 or more workforce members and 500 or more customers, giving such entities 180 days to comply once they no longer qualify for exemption. Notably, the law requires businesses to maintain investigation records for five years and provide notification to the Office of Financial Regulation for security breaches affecting 500 or more persons. Failure to comply with these notification requirements can result in disciplinary actions, including potential license suspension or revocation. The legislation aims to enhance digital security and protect sensitive customer information in the financial services sector.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to cybersecurity of mortgage brokers and lenders and money services businesses; creating ss. 494.00170 and 560.1215, F.S.; defining terms; requiring licensees to develop and maintain a specified information security program; requiring that such program meet certain criteria; requiring licensees to establish a specified incident response plan; providing requirements for such plan; providing applicability; specifying that a licensee has a specified timeframe to comply with certain provisions; requiring the licensee to maintain a copy of the information security program for a specified period of time; requiring such program to be available upon request or examination; requiring licensees to make a prompt investigation of a cybersecurity event that has occurred or may occur; specifying requirements for such investigation; requiring licensees to complete an investigation or confirm and document that a third party service provider has completed an investigation under certain circumstances; requiring the licensee to maintain specified records and documentation for a specified period of time; requiring the licensee to produce such records and documentation to be available upon request; requiring licensees to provide a specified notice to the Office of Financial Regulation; requiring the licensee to provide a quarterly update of the investigation under certain circumstances; providing construction; authorizing the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules; amending ss. 494.00255 and 560.114, F.S.; revising the actions that constitute grounds for disciplinary actions for mortgage brokers and lenders and grounds for the issuance of a cease and desist order or removal order or the denial, suspension, or revocation of a license of a money service business, respectively; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick DiCeglie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S1186 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Applicants for President of a State University or Florida College System Institution
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's existing law regarding the hiring process for presidents of state universities and Florida College System institutions by formally defining the term "final group of applicants" as a group of no fewer than two candidates who will receive final consideration for the presidency. The bill also adjusts the legal language in existing statutes to clarify public meeting and public records exemptions related to the presidential search process. Specifically, the bill maintains an existing provision that allows meetings for identifying and vetting presidential candidates to be exempt from standard open meetings requirements, which helps protect the confidentiality of applicants during the selection process. By adding this formal definition and making minor technical amendments to the statute, the bill aims to provide more clarity and consistency in how universities and college system institutions conduct presidential searches while preserving the privacy of potential candidates.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to applicants for president of a state university or Florida College System institution; amending s. 1004.098, F.S.; defining the term “final group of applicants”; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Polsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0822 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Education
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Florida's charter school regulations. The bill allows charter schools more flexibility in enrollment, facility use, and governance. Specifically, charter schools can now increase their student enrollment to match their facility capacity, create their own student conduct codes (which must meet or exceed sponsor standards), and assign their charter to another governing board under certain conditions. The bill also modifies background screening requirements for charter school employees and governing board members, mandates more transparent data sharing between sponsors and charter schools, and provides charter schools with a right of first refusal when school districts plan to dispose of real property. Additionally, high-performing charter schools gain new privileges, such as the ability to assume the charter of another existing charter school within the same district. The bill aims to provide charter schools with greater operational autonomy while maintaining accountability, with changes ranging from administrative procedures to student welfare regulations. These modifications are intended to support charter school development and provide more educational options for students, with an effective date of July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to education; amending s. 1002.33, F.S.; providing requirements for specified deadlines for charter schools; prohibiting a sponsor from imposing certain limitations on charter school enrollment; authorizing a charter school to increase its enrollment capacity under certain circumstances; providing requirements for such charter school’s facilities; authorizing a charter school to assign its charter to another governing board under certain circumstances; providing requirements for such assignment; authorizing charter school governing boards to adopt their own codes of student conduct; providing requirements for such codes; providing requirements for the resolution of complaints or appeals relating to such codes; revising the criteria for a charter school to give enrollment preferences or limit the enrollment process to certain students; revising provisions relating to the background screenings of charter school employees and governing board members; requiring charter schools to be in compliance with specified provisions relating to student welfare; revising which facilities and land are exempt from specified ad valorem taxes; providing sponsor and Department of Education requirements for the sharing of specified data with charter schools, including educational service providers; providing that certain provisions only apply to certain relationships and transactions with for-profit businesses; prohibiting certain persons from serving as members of a charter school governing board; providing an exception; amending s. 1002.331, F.S.; authorizing high-performing charter schools to assume the charters of certain charter schools; amending s. 1013.28, F.S.; providing legislative intent; requiring school districts to take specified actions before the disposal of real property; providing that charter schools within a school district have a right of first refusal for such real property; providing school district requirements before the finalization of any disposal of real property; prohibiting school districts from such disposal before meeting certain requirements; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S1034 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Florida Employee Health Choices Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Florida Health Choices Program, renaming it the "Florida Employee Health Choices Program" and making significant changes to its structure and operations. The legislation focuses on creating a marketplace for individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements, allowing employers to provide health care dollars directly to employees to choose their own health insurance plans. Key provisions include streamlining the program's purpose to focus on individual health insurance options, reducing the types of vendors and products that can participate, and simplifying the marketplace process. The bill eliminates previous provisions for risk pooling and removes some insurance code exemptions. The program will be administered by Florida Employee Health Choices, Inc., a 15-member board-governed corporation responsible for managing the marketplace, determining participant eligibility, and ensuring program integrity. The legislation aims to empower employees by giving them more direct control over their health insurance choices while providing a centralized platform for purchasing individual health insurance plans. The changes are designed to create a more focused and efficient health insurance selection process for employers and employees in Florida, with the new program structure taking effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Florida Employee Health Choices Program; amending s. 408.910, F.S.; renaming the Florida Health Choices Program as the “Florida Employee Health Choices Program”; revising legislative intent; revising definitions; revising the purpose and components of the program; revising eligibility and participation requirements for vendors under the program; revising the types of health insurance products that are available for purchase through the program; deleting certain pricing transparency requirements to conform to changes made by the act; revising the structure of the insurance marketplace process under the program; deleting the option for risk pooling under the program; deleting exemptions from certain requirements of the Florida Insurance Code under the program; renaming the corporation administering the program as the “Florida Employee Health Choices, Inc.”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 409.821, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jonathan Martin (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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MS bill #HB1000 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Mississippi Fair Commission; reestablish and transfer associated duties from Department of Agriculture.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill reestablishes the Mississippi Fair Commission as an independent body politic and corporate, reversing a 2020 transfer of its duties to the Department of Agriculture and Commerce. The commission will now consist of seven members, including the Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce as chairman, representatives from various agricultural and cultural organizations like the Mississippi Cattlemen's Association, Farm Bureau Federation, and Junior League of Jackson. Each member will serve a four-year term without salary, and the commission will be responsible for managing the State Fairgrounds, setting rules for premium awards, accepting donations, hosting the Mississippi State Fair, and maintaining the Kirk Fordice Equine Center. The bill grants the commission authority to lease fairground properties, enter into naming rights agreements, create a private foundation for fundraising, and hire security personnel. Financially, the commission can generate revenue through fair admission fees, borrowing up to $200,000 for maintenance, and issuing revenue bonds, with all funds subject to legislative appropriation. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, restoring the Fair Commission's independent status and operational capabilities.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Reconstitute The Mississippi Fair Commission; To Provide For Its Composition; To Prescribe And Restore Its Powers And Duties, Which Had Been Transferred To The Mississippi Department Of Agriculture And Commerce By Virtue Of House Bill No. 1566, 2020 Regular Session; To Amend Sections 69-5-1, 69-5-3, 69-5-5, 69-5-7, 69-5-8, 69-5-11, 69-5-13, 69-5-15, 69-5-27, 69-5-29 And 69-5-31, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity Thereto; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Bill Pigott (R)*, Lester Carpenter (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #S0268 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Public Officers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create additional privacy protections for current public officers and their families by exempting certain personal identifying information from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill allows current public officers, their spouses, and adult children to have their partial home addresses and telephone numbers kept confidential, and protects the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of their minor children, as well as the names and locations of the schools and day care facilities those children attend. The bill defines "public officer" to include a range of elected officials such as the Governor, state legislators, mayors, and county commissioners. The exemption is designed to protect public officials and their families from potential threats, harassment, or intimidation that could arise from the widespread availability of their personal information. The bill includes provisions for how agencies should handle requests to maintain the confidentiality of this information, and it is subject to future legislative review. The exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill's supporters argue that these privacy protections are necessary to encourage public service by reducing the personal risks associated with holding public office.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining terms; providing exemptions from public records requirements for the partial home addresses and telephone numbers of current public officers, their spouses, and their adult children and the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by, the minor children of such officers; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing methods for maintenance of an exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Governmental Oversight and Accountability, Shev Jones (D)*, Jason Brodeur (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: CS by Governmental Oversight and Accountability read 1st time
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MS bill #HB1139 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Statewide Student Assessment Program; exempt test security plans for public records disclosure.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Section 37-11-51 of the Mississippi Code to add a new exemption to the Mississippi Public Records Act, specifically protecting local school district Test Security Plans for the Statewide Assessment Program from public disclosure. The bill continues the existing trend of exempting certain sensitive educational documents from public records requirements, such as test questions, letters of recommendation, and academic research materials. By adding Test Security Plans to this list of exempt documents, the bill aims to protect the confidentiality of plans related to administering statewide student assessments, likely to prevent potential tampering or compromising of test security measures. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving school districts and state education authorities time to prepare for the new provision. The bill does not change the underlying purpose of the Statewide Assessment Program but seeks to enhance its security by keeping the administrative plans confidential.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-11-51, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide An Exemption From The Mississippi Public Records Act For Local School District Test Security Plans For The Administration Of The Statewide Assessment Program; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kent McCarty (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #H0373 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec/Appellate Court Clerks
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to expand privacy protections for appellate court clerks by creating a new exemption from public disclosure requirements. Specifically, the bill defines "appellate court" to include the Florida Supreme Court and district courts of appeal, and provides that the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current appellate court clerks, as well as the personal information of their spouses and children, will be exempt from public records requests. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review of the exemption, with an automatic repeal date of October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The rationale for this exemption, as stated in the bill, is to protect appellate court clerks and their families from potential retaliation or targeting by disgruntled litigants, acknowledging that their work may sometimes create personal safety risks. The bill also makes a technical conforming amendment to another section of Florida statutes and will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term "appellate court"; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current appellate court clerks and the spouses and children of such appellate court clerks; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application of the exemption; amending s. 744.21031, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Gottlieb (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #S0258 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Sale or Transfer of Ammunition
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to extend confidentiality protections to records related to ammunition purchases, similar to existing protections for firearm purchases. Specifically, the bill makes records created by the Department of Law Enforcement about a buyer or transferee of ammunition who is not legally prohibited from such a transaction confidential and exempt from public records requirements. The bill includes a sunset provision that will automatically repeal these confidentiality protections on October 2, 2030, unless re-approved by the Legislature. The legislative justification emphasizes protecting individuals from potential harassment or profiling based on their ammunition purchases, drawing parallels to existing protections for firearm ownership information. The bill argues that knowing someone has purchased ammunition could lead to unwarranted assumptions about their intentions or character, and thus the information should remain private. The bill's implementation is contingent upon the passage of related legislation (SB 256) in the same legislative session, and it requires future legislative review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act to maintain these confidentiality provisions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 790.065, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records containing certain information pertaining to a buyer or transferee who is not found to be prohibited from receipt or transfer of ammunition; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for the reversion of specified statutory text unless certain conditions are met; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Polsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0614 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Child Care Facility and Program Background Screening Requirements
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies background screening requirements for child care facilities and introduces a new category called "recreational enrichment programs" (REPs), which include organizations providing ongoing enrichment activities like dance, music, gymnastics, or martial arts instruction. The bill expands the definition of "personnel" to include REP staff for screening purposes while exempting these programs from certain Department of Children and Families licensing requirements. The legislation mandates background screenings for REP staff, prohibits misuse of criminal or juvenile record information, and creates criminal penalties for non-compliance. Additionally, the bill requires the development of a statewide public awareness campaign about background screening requirements for summer camps and REPs, which must include various media channels like internet, television, radio, and outdoor advertising. The department is authorized to pursue remedies if REPs fail to meet screening standards, and programs are forbidden from using or releasing criminal or juvenile record information for purposes other than employment screening. The changes aim to enhance child safety by ensuring comprehensive background checks for personnel working with children in various recreational and enrichment settings, with the provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to child care facility and program background screening requirements; amending s. 409.175, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “personnel” to include recreational enrichment program personnel for screening purposes; revising the definition of the term “residential child-caring agency” to exclude recreational enrichment programs; defining the term “recreational enrichment program”; exempting such programs from certain licensing requirements of the Department of Children and Families; authorizing rulemaking; authorizing the department to pursue certain remedies for the failure of a recreational enrichment program to comply with certain screening requirements; prohibiting recreational enrichment programs from using or releasing information from certain criminal or juvenile records for purposes other than employment screening; providing criminal penalties; creating s. 409.1751, F.S.; requiring the department, in conjunction with the Agency for Health Care Administration and the Department of Law Enforcement, to develop and maintain a statewide background screening public awareness campaign; amending s. 409.1676, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; making a technical change; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Polsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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WA bill #SB5419 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Modifying reports of fire losses.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies reporting requirements for fire losses in Washington state, primarily focusing on changes to how insurers report fire-related insurance claims. The bill requires insurers to submit detailed reports to the insurance commissioner within 90 days of closing a fire loss claim, including specific information such as property address, date of loss, amount paid, and known or suspected cause of the fire. Notably, the bill introduces a new requirement that if an insurer suspects a fire loss may be due to criminal activity, they must immediately report this to local law enforcement and the insurance commissioner, providing full investigation details upon request. The bill also establishes strict confidentiality provisions for these reports, protecting personally identifiable information while allowing limited sharing with specific entities like law enforcement, regulatory agencies, and the state fire marshal's office for purposes such as public safety planning and crime investigation. Additionally, the bill provides immunity to insurers for reporting such information unless actual malice can be proven, and allows the insurance commissioner to adopt rules to implement these new reporting requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to reports of fire losses; and amending RCW 2 42.56.400, 48.05.320, and 48.50.040. 3
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : John Lovick (D)*, Ron Muzzall (R), T'wina Nobles (D), Sharon Shewmake (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/15/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Consumer Protection & Business.
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CA bill #AB343 • Last Action 03/04/2025
California Public Records Act: elected or appointed officials.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the definition of "elected or appointed official" under the California Public Records Act to include retired judges and court commissioners, retired federal judges and federal defenders, retired judges of federally recognized Indian tribes, and court-appointed children's counsel in family or dependency proceedings. The bill aims to protect personal information of these officials and their families from public disclosure to prevent potential harassment or targeted violence. By adding these categories to the existing list of protected officials, the bill modifies the circumstances under which personal information can be disclosed, potentially restricting public access to certain details about these individuals. The bill includes a legislative finding that the need to protect officials and their families from potential harm outweighs the public's interest in accessing their personal information. Additionally, the bill specifies that no reimbursement will be required for local agencies or school districts because the changes relate to creating, eliminating, or modifying criminal definitions or penalties.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7920.500 of the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Pacheco (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 12. Noes 0.) (March 4). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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FL bill #S1028 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Expunged Criminal History Records
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law regarding the expungement of criminal records for qualifying marijuana offenses, establishing comprehensive provisions for how such records are handled and protected. The bill creates new guidelines for criminal history records that have been ordered expunged, mandating that while the Department of Law Enforcement must retain these records, they become confidential and exempt from public records requirements. Individuals with expunged records are generally allowed to legally deny or fail to acknowledge the expunged arrests, with specific exceptions for certain professional contexts like applying to work in criminal justice, seeking employment with vulnerable populations, or applying for professional licenses. The bill also establishes strict confidentiality rules, making it unlawful for employees of certain entities to disclose information about expunged records, with violations punishable as a first-degree misdemeanor. The legislation reflects a policy perspective that low-level marijuana offenses should not permanently impede a person's opportunities, acknowledging historical disparities in marijuana law enforcement. The exemption for these records is set to expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it, and the bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 943.0579, F.S.; providing for the effect of criminal history records ordered expunged; providing an exemption from public records requirements for criminal history records ordered expunged which are retained by the department; providing criminal penalties for the disclosure of information relating to expunged criminal history records; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tracie Davis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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KS bill #HB2128 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Authorizing the commissioner of insurance to select and announce the version of certain instructions, calculations and documents in effect for the upcoming calendar year and cause such announcement to be published in the Kansas register, allowing certain life insurers to follow health financial reports and adopting certain provisions from the national association of insurance commissioners holding company system regulatory act relating to group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Kansas insurance regulations by authorizing the commissioner of insurance to select and announce the version of certain insurance-related instructions, calculations, and documents for the upcoming calendar year. The bill makes several key provisions that modernize insurance oversight, including allowing the commissioner to publish selected versions of calculations and instructions by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) in the Kansas Register by December 1 each year. The bill introduces new requirements for insurance holding companies, such as mandating group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing for certain insurers. It also clarifies confidentiality provisions for sensitive financial documents, ensuring that group capital calculations and liquidity stress test results are treated as regulatory tools for assessing risk, not for ranking insurers. The bill updates definitions related to insurance holding companies, enterprise risk, and various technical terms, and provides the commissioner with enhanced powers to examine and request information from insurers to ensure financial stability and protect policyholders' interests. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to prevent misleading publications about group capital calculations and liquidity stress test results, aiming to maintain transparency and accuracy in insurance financial reporting.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning insurance; relating to the regulation thereof; authorizing the commissioner of insurance to select and announce the version of certain instructions, calculations and documents in effect for the upcoming calendar year and cause such announcement to be published in the Kansas register; allowing certain life insurers to follow health financial reports; adopting certain provisions from the national association of insurance commissioners holding company system regulatory act relating to group capital calculations and liquidity stress testing; amending K.S.A. 40-2d01, 40-3302, 40-3305, 40-3306, 40- 3307 and 40-3308 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 40-2c01 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 40-249 and 40-2c29.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing: Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 546-S
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MS bill #HB1175 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Alcoholic beverages; authorize direct sales and shipments of wine.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes direct wine sales and shipments to Mississippi residents under specific conditions. The legislation creates a new permit system for direct shippers and wine fulfillment providers, allowing wine manufacturers to sell and ship wine directly to consumers in Mississippi, provided they obtain the appropriate permits. Key provisions include requiring direct shippers to be licensed wine manufacturers, limiting shipments to 9 nine-liter cases per household annually, mandating that recipients be at least 21 years old, and requiring signature upon delivery. The bill imposes an 18% tax on direct wine sales and establishes detailed reporting requirements for direct shippers and common carriers. Direct shippers must label packages with alcohol warnings, maintain records, and are prohibited from shipping to schools, non-residential addresses, or areas where alcohol sales are not legal. The Department of Revenue will oversee permitting, with potential penalties for non-compliance including permit suspension or revocation. The bill also requires the department to provide a biennial report to the Legislature detailing the program's performance, including tax revenues, permit issuances, and compliance activities. The new regulations aim to create a controlled mechanism for direct wine sales while maintaining regulatory oversight of alcohol distribution in Mississippi.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Authorize A Person Who Is The Holder Of A Class 2 Manufacturer's Permit Under The Local Option Alcoholic Beverage Control Law, Or Who Is Licensed Or Permitted Outside Of The State To Engage In The Activity Of Manufacturing Wine To Sell And Ship Wine Directly To Residents In This State, If The Person Obtains A Direct Shipper's Permit From The Department Of Revenue; To Provide For The Issuance Of Direct Shipper's Permits And The Issuance Of Wine Fulfillment Provider Permits; To Require The Holder Of A Direct Shipper's Permit To Keep Certain Records; To Require The Holder Of A Wine Fulfillment Provider Permit To Keep Certain Records; To Prohibit The Holder Of A Direct Shipper's Permit From Selling Or Shipping Light Wine, Light Spirit Products Or Beer Or Any Alcoholic Beverage Other Than Wine; To Limit The Amount Of Wine That A Holder Of A Direct Shipper's Permit May Sell Or Ship To An Individual Each Year; To Provide For The Annual Renewal Of Direct Shipper's Permits; To Provide That Persons Purchasing Or Receiving A Direct Shipment Of Wine From A Direct Shipper Must Be At Least Twenty-one Years Of Age; To Provide That Persons Receiving A Direct Shipment Of Wine From A Direct Shipper Shall Use The Wine For Personal Use Only And May Not Resell It; To Impose Certain Requirements Relating The Shipment Of Wine Into This State; To Authorize The Commissioner Of Revenue To Adopt Any Rules Or Regulations As Necessary To Carry Out This Act; To Provide Penalties For Violations Of This Act; To Amend Sections 27-71-5, 27-71-7, 27-71-15 And 27-71-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide The Privilege Tax Required For The Issuance Of A Direct Shipper's Permit And For The Privilege Tax Required For The Issuance Of A Wine Fulfillment Provider Permit; To Levy A Tax Upon The Sales And Shipments Of Wine Made By A Direct Shipper; To Require A Certain Amount Of The Taxes Levied To Be Deposited Into The Mental Health Programs Fund; To Amend Sections 67-1-41, 67-1-45, 67-1-51, 67-1-53, 67-1-55, 67-1-57, 67-1-73, 97-31-47 And 97-31-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Brent Powell (R)*, Missy McGee (R)*, Jeffrey Hulum (D)*, Jeff Hale (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #S0914 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Reports on Adversarial Threats
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new confidentiality protections for sensitive government reports and meetings related to potential adversarial threats, specifically in the context of a potential Pacific conflict. The Chief of Domestic Security will be required to produce a detailed report by July 1, 2026, examining potential risks to state assets, critical infrastructure, and military installations, including specific vulnerabilities and recommended mitigation strategies. Both this report and subsequent notifications to owners and operators of critical infrastructure will be classified as confidential and exempt from public records laws. Additionally, any Council on Pacific Conflict meetings where these sensitive materials are discussed will be closed to the public. These exemptions are designed to prevent potentially harmful information about infrastructure vulnerabilities from being disclosed to potential bad actors. The confidentiality provisions are set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to extend them, which is a standard sunset provision to ensure periodic review of such exemptions. The bill emphasizes that keeping this information private is necessary to protect state and national security interests by preventing potential adversaries from gaining strategic insights into infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending s. 943.0315, F.S.; providing an exemption from public record requirements for a certain report on adversarial threats produced by the Chief of Domestic Security; providing an exemption from public record requirements for notifications provided to owners and operators of critical infrastructure and other assets; providing an exemption from public meeting requirements for meetings of the Council on Pacific Conflict in which such reports or notifications are provided or discussed; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jay Collins (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0954 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Recovery Residences
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to the regulation and operation of recovery residences in Florida, focusing on licensing, certification, and zoning requirements. The bill streamlines the licensing process by modifying how interim and probationary licenses are issued, allowing for quicker approvals while maintaining safety standards. It establishes new provisions for recovery residence zoning, mandating that municipalities and counties allow certified recovery residences in multifamily residential zones without additional zoning approvals, and reducing parking requirements for such facilities. The bill also creates a Substance Abuse and Recovery Residence Efficiency Committee within the Department of Children and Families to analyze and improve the regulatory framework for substance abuse treatment providers. Additionally, the legislation enhances confidentiality protections for patient records, modifies personnel-to-resident ratio requirements, and clarifies the conditions under which a recovery residence license can be denied, suspended, or revoked. The bill aims to simplify administrative processes, support recovery residence operations, and ensure better oversight of substance abuse treatment facilities, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to recovery residences; amending s. 397.403, F.S.; revising requirements for applicants for certified recovery residence licenses; amending s. 397.407, F.S.; providing that interim licenses may be issued by the Department of Children and Families to a new owner of a recovery residence; revising the definition of the term “transfer”; requiring the department to issue an interim license within a specified timeframe; providing that the department has a specified timeframe after receiving an application to review it for completeness; prohibiting the department from issuing an interim license when doing so would place the health, safety, or welfare of individuals at risk; prohibiting the expiration of an interim license; requiring that an interim license be converted to a regular license with a specified timeframe; authorizing the department to issue a probationary license to an existing licensed service provider if the department makes specified findings; providing applicability; providing that a probationary license, rather than an interim license, expires 90 days after it is issued; amending s. 397.415, F.S.; revising conditions under which the department may deny, suspend, or revoke the license of a service provider or the operation of any service component or location identified on the license; amending s. 397.487, F.S.; requiring that Level IV certified recovery residence providers undergo a recertification audit at a certain interval, subject to annual dues payments being made; providing that only the department may suspend or revoke a Level IV certified recovery residence provider’s license; deleting a requirement that a certified recovery residence must immediately remove a person who is arrested for or convicted of a certain criminal offense; providing that a recovery residence is deemed a nontransient residential use of land for a specified purpose; prohibiting a local law, ordinance, or regulation from prohibiting or regulating a recovery residence in a multifamily structure; requiring a county or a municipality to allow certain certified recovery residences in specific zoned districts, without the need to obtain changes in certain zoning or land use; providing that certified recovery residences in multifamily structures are administratively approved and no further action by the governing body of the municipality or county is required under certain circumstances; authorizing a municipality or a county to deny the establishment of a certified Level IV recovery residence if the proposed use is adjacent to, or on two or more sides of, a parcel zoned for a specified use and within a certain single-family residential development; defining the term “adjacent to”; requiring that a municipality or a county reduce any local parking requirements for a proposed certified recovery residence by a specified percentage under certain circumstances; providing applicability; providing that certified recovery residences that provide housing to patients must maintain such patients’ confidential records; amending s. 397.4871, F.S.; providing that the personnel-to-resident ratio for a certified recovery residence must be met only when the residents are at the residence; providing that a certified recovery residence administrator for Level IV certified recovery residences which maintains a specified personnel-to-patient ratio has no limitation on the number of residents it may manage; amending s. 397.501, F.S.; prohibiting an agency or a division from transmitting certain records to any other agency, division, or third party; providing an exception; revising liability for licensed service providers; amending s. 509.032, F.S.; providing construction; creating the Substance Abuse and Recovery Residence Efficiency Committee within the Department of Children and Families; requiring the department to provide the committee with administrative and staff support services; providing the purpose of the committee; providing the membership of the committee; requiring that appointments to the committee be made by a specified date; providing that each member serves at the pleasure of the person or body that appointed the member; requiring the committee to select a chair; requiring the committee to convene by a specified date and to meet monthly or upon the call of the chair; providing the duties of the committee; requiring the committee to submit a report to the Governor and the Legislature by a specified date; providing for future legislative review and repeal; reenacting s. 397.4104(2), F.S., relating to record of recovery residences used by service providers, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 397.415, F.S., in a reference thereto; reenacting s. 397.4873(1) and (7), F.S., relating to referrals to or from recovery residences, prohibitions, and penalties, to incorporate the amendments made to ss. 397.415, 397.487, and 397.4871, F.S., in references thereto; reenacting ss. 397.47891(12)(c), 394.47892(8)(c), 395.3025(3), 397.334(10)(c), 397.752, and 400.494(1), F.S., relating to veterans treatment court programs; mental health court programs; patient and personnel records, copies, examination; treatment-based drug court programs; scope of part; and information about patients confidential, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 397.501, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Gruters (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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WY bill #HB0121 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Hospital pricing transparency.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Hospital Price Transparency Act, which requires hospitals in Wyoming to publicly disclose detailed pricing information for medical services and items. Specifically, hospitals must create and maintain two types of digital lists: a comprehensive machine-readable file containing all standard charges for facility items and services, and a consumer-friendly list of standard charges for at least 300 "shoppable services" (procedures that can be scheduled in advance). These lists must include various pricing details such as gross charges, negotiated rates with different insurance payors, and discounted cash prices. The lists must be freely accessible online without requiring user accounts, easily searchable, and updated at least annually. The state's Department of Health will monitor hospital compliance, with the ability to issue material violation notices and impose civil penalties ranging from $100 to $1,000 per day for non-compliance. Importantly, hospitals found to be materially non-compliant are prohibited from pursuing debt collection actions against patients for services provided during their period of non-compliance. The bill aims to increase transparency in healthcare pricing, helping patients better understand and compare medical costs, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public health and safety; requiring hospitals to list prices for medical items and services as specified; requiring the department of health to monitor and enforce the provisions of this act; providing penalties; prohibiting collection actions as specified; requiring recommendations for proposed legislation; providing definitions; requiring rulemaking; making conforming amendments; and providing for effective dates.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Ocean Andrew (R)*, John Bear (R)*, Jeremy Haroldson (R)*, Steve Harshman (R)*, Tony Locke (R)*, Chip Neiman (R)*, Rachel Rodriguez-Williams (R)*, Daniel Singh (R)*, Bo Biteman (R)*, Lynn Hutchings (R)*, Dan Laursen (R)*, Chris Rothfuss (D)*, Tim Salazar (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: 3rd Reading:Failed 14-16-0-0-1
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OK bill #SB546 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Data privacy; establishing consumer rights for processing of certain data. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive data privacy protections for Oklahoma consumers, creating a framework that defines consumer rights and controller/processor responsibilities for handling personal data. The bill applies to businesses that either process data for at least 100,000 consumers annually or process data for 25,000 consumers while deriving over 50% of their gross revenue from personal data sales. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, access and correct their data, delete their data, obtain a portable copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain profiling activities. Controllers (entities determining data processing purposes) must limit data collection to what is necessary, establish data security practices, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, and provide clear privacy notices. The bill prohibits discriminating against consumers who exercise their rights and requires controllers to have multiple methods for consumers to submit data requests. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Attorney General, who must provide a 30-day cure period for potential violations before taking action, with potential civil penalties up to $7,500 per violation. The law exempts certain types of data and organizations, such as healthcare entities, financial institutions, and nonprofits, and is set to become effective on July 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to data privacy; defining terms; establishing consumer rights for processing of certain data; requiring compliance with certain consumer requests; establishing procedures for response to certain consumer requests; requiring establishment of certain appeal process; prohibiting certain contractual provisions; requiring establishment of methods for submission of certain consumer requests; establishing duties of controller; prohibiting controller from taking certain actions; providing exceptions; requiring privacy notice; specifying required contents in privacy notice; requiring certain disclosures; establishing duties of processor; establishing requirements for certain contracts; authorizing use of independent assessor under certain circumstances; requiring data protection assessments under certain circumstances; establishing requirements for data protection assessments; requiring availability of data protection assessments to Attorney General upon request; providing for confidentiality of data protection assessments; specifying applicability of requirements for data protection assessments; requiring controller in possession of certain data to take certain actions; providing enforcement authority to the Attorney General; requiring posting of certain information on Attorney General website; requiring notice of certain action; requiring certain period to cure violations before bringing certain action; providing penalties for certain violations; authorizing award of certain fees and expenses; providing for applicability of provisions; providing exceptions to applicability of provisions; exempting certain information; providing for compliance under certain circumstances; construing provisions; authorizing processing of personal data for certain purposes; prohibiting violation of evidentiary privileges; clarifying certain liability; limiting authorized purposes for processing of certain data; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Howard (R)*, Josh West (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Senate Floor SB546 (3-04-25) (HOWARD) FA1 - SB546 (3-04-25) (HOWARD) FA1
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IL bill #SB1997 • Last Action 03/04/2025
DHS-AGING-HOMEMAKER WAGES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend two Illinois state laws to increase the hourly wages for direct service workers, including personal assistants and home health workers, who provide services to seniors and people with disabilities through the Community Care Program and Home Services Program. Specifically, the bill mandates that, subject to federal approval, starting January 1, 2026, these workers will receive an hourly wage sufficient to sustain a minimum of $30 per hour. The bill requires service providers to certify compliance with this wage increase and stipulates that fringe benefits like paid time off, training, health insurance, and transportation cannot be reduced in relation to these rate increases. The wage increases are designed to help prevent unnecessary institutionalization by ensuring competitive wages for home care workers, thereby helping seniors and people with disabilities remain in their homes and receive necessary care. These changes are part of a broader effort to support home and community-based services, making them more attractive to workers and more sustainable for service providers.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging and the Rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities Act. Provides that, subject to and upon federal approval if required, on and after January 1, 2026, the hourly wage paid to direct service workers, including, but not limited to personal assistants and individual maintenance home health workers, who provide services under the Community Care Program and the Home Services Program shall be increased to a sufficient amount to sustain a minimum wage of $30 per hour.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Graciela Guzmán (D)*, Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
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OK bill #HB2117 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Civil procedure; enacting the Uniform Collaborative Law Act; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Uniform Collaborative Law Act, which establishes a structured framework for resolving legal disputes through a collaborative process outside of traditional court proceedings. The bill defines collaborative law as a voluntary procedure where parties sign an agreement to resolve a dispute with the help of collaborative lawyers, with the key goal of avoiding litigation. It comprehensively outlines the process, including requirements for participation agreements, the beginning and ending of the collaborative process, confidentiality protections, and ethical guidelines for lawyers. The act requires lawyers to assess the appropriateness of collaborative law for each case, make inquiries about potential power imbalances or history of coercion, and provide parties with clear information about the process and its risks. Importantly, the bill includes provisions to protect parties in potentially dangerous situations, such as those with a history of domestic violence, and establishes strict confidentiality and privilege rules for communications during the collaborative process. The collaborative process can be terminated by any party at any time, and if it fails, the participating lawyers are disqualified from representing their clients in subsequent court proceedings related to the matter. The act is designed to provide a more flexible, transparent, and potentially less adversarial alternative to traditional litigation, with built-in safeguards to protect participants' interests and safety.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to civil procedure; enacting the Uniform Collaborative Law Act; defining terms; providing for applicability of act; specifying requirements of collaborative law participation agreements; providing for beginning and ending of collaborative law process; requiring notice; providing for termination with or without cause; providing for continuation of collaborative law process under certain conditions; providing for procedures before certain tribunals; prescribing procedures; providing for status report; providing for issuance of emergency orders; authorizing approval of certain agreements; providing procedures related to disqualification of attorneys; providing for representation without fees; providing standard for income qualifications; providing for disqualification of attorneys representing governmental entities; providing for disclosure of information related to collaborative matters; providing for inapplicability of act to certain professional standards; imposing duties on attorney with respect to collaborative law participation agreements; requiring certain inquiry related to coercive or violent relationships; prescribing procedures; providing for confidentiality; providing for privilege with respect to collaborative law communications; providing for waiver of privilege; limiting scope of privilege; providing for authority of tribunal in case of noncompliance; providing for uniform application; providing for effect of act with respect to other laws; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Kannady (R)*, Brent Howard (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 13
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: First Reading
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MS bill #HB660 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records Act; exempt certain license records of the Department of Marine Resources.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new exemption to the Mississippi Public Records Act specifically for seafood license records maintained by the Department of Marine Resources. Under the new provision, records related to seafood license applications and license holders will be exempt from public disclosure, with only two specific circumstances allowing their release: (1) by court order with proper jurisdiction, or (2) with approval from the Department of Marine Resources' Executive Director for the benefit of fishermen and the environment. Importantly, the bill ensures that law enforcement agencies can still access these records upon request. The bill amends Section 25-61-5 to incorporate this new exemption into the existing public records law, adding the new section (25-61-11.3) to the list of exceptions to public record disclosure requirements. These changes aim to protect sensitive information about seafood licenses while maintaining a pathway for record access in specific situations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the new record-keeping requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create New Section 25-61-11.3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exempt Records Of Any Type Of Seafood License Application Or Any Records Related To The Holders Of Such License From The Mississippi Public Records Act Of 1983; To Amend Section 25-61-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Anderson (R)*, Jeffrey Hulum (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #S0436 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Interstate Compact for School Psychologists
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section in Florida Statutes (490.017) establishing specific exemptions for meetings and records of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission. The bill allows the commission to hold closed meetings under certain circumstances, such as discussing internal personnel matters, potential litigation, contract negotiations, trade secrets, personal privacy concerns, and investigative records. When a meeting is closed, the presiding officer must state the reason for closure and reference the specific exempting provision, which must be recorded in the minutes. The commission is required to keep detailed, sealed minutes of closed meetings that can only be released by a majority vote of the commission or a court order. The bill also exempts recordings, minutes, and records from these closed meetings from public records requirements. The Legislature justifies these exemptions by arguing that they are necessary for the state to participate in the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists and to protect sensitive information. These exemptions will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them through a review process. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 434) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 490.017, F.S.; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission and its executive committee; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during exempt portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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MS bill #HB1368 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Real Estate Commission; revise provisions relating to notice and hearings for alleged violations of licensing laws.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Mississippi Real Estate Commission's procedures for licensing, investigation, and disciplinary actions by introducing several key changes. First, the bill requires the Commission to provide at least five business days of written notice (via email) before taking any action that would amend, suspend, revoke, or not renew a real estate broker or salesperson's license. Second, it changes the standard of proof in Commission hearings and administrative hearings from "preponderance of evidence" to "clear and convincing evidence," which is a higher legal standard that requires more substantial proof of wrongdoing. The bill also establishes new time frames for handling complaints, mandating that investigations must be resolved within 120 days of initial notice to the licensee and that final disposition of a complaint must occur within one year. Additionally, the bill ensures that if an administrative hearing cannot be scheduled within the one-year timeframe, it must be scheduled no later than 60 days after the time limit expires. These changes aim to provide more transparency, fairness, and efficiency in the Commission's processes for investigating and addressing potential violations of real estate licensing laws. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 73-35-10, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Mississippi Real Estate Commission To Provide Written Notice To A Licensed Real Estate Broker Or Salesperson Or A Nonresident Licensee Of A Pending Change To The Person's License; To Amend Section 73-35-23, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Standard Of Proof In Commission And Administrative Hearings On Alleged Violations Of The Real Estate Brokers License Law From Preponderance Of The Evidence To Clear And Convincing; To Establish Time Frames For Disposition Of Complaints Against Licensees Before The Mississippi Real Estate Commission; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joey Hood (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #S1146 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Hope Florida Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new privacy protection for participants in the Hope Florida program by making their personal identifying information confidential and exempt from public records requirements. Specifically, the bill prohibits public disclosure of personal details of program participants that are held by the Office of Hope Florida or other participating state agencies. The bill allows limited sharing of this information with specific entities, such as program employees for administrative purposes, designated public-private partners like CareerSource Florida and Volunteer Florida, and employees reviewing assistance requests. The legislation includes criminal penalties (a third-degree felony) for anyone who willfully and knowingly discloses the confidential information. The bill's rationale is to protect vulnerable individuals and families who might be deterred from seeking support if their personal information could be freely accessed. The confidentiality exemption is set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reviews and renews it, in accordance with the Open Government Sunset Review Act. The bill emphasizes that protecting participant information is crucial for the effective and efficient administration of the Hope Florida program, which aims to assist residents in challenging situations.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 14.37, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying information of a participant in the Hope Florida program contained in records held by the Office of Hope Florida or any other state agency designated to participate in administering the program; authorizing disclosure of confidential and exempt information, subject to certain requirements and limitations; providing criminal penalties for the unlawful disclosure of confidential and exempt information; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Burgess (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0927 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec. & Meetings/Reports on Adversarial Threats
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Florida law to create confidentiality protections for a specific report and related communications about potential adversarial threats, particularly in the context of a potential Pacific conflict. The bill requires the Chief of Domestic Security to produce a comprehensive report by July 1, 2026, detailing potential risks to state assets, critical infrastructure, and military installations from adversarial nations. The report must include specific risks, mitigation strategies, and a prioritized list of vulnerable assets. The bill makes this report confidential and exempt from public records laws, preventing disclosure of sensitive information that could potentially expose security vulnerabilities. Similarly, the bill protects notifications sent to owners and operators of critical infrastructure about potential threats, and makes any meetings of the Council on Pacific Conflict where these confidential materials are discussed also exempt from public meeting requirements. These exemptions are set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless specifically renewed by the Legislature. The bill emphasizes that these confidentiality measures are necessary to prevent potential malicious actors from gaining strategic information that could compromise state and national security.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending s. 943.0315, F.S.; providing an exemption from public record requirements for a certain report on adversarial threats produced by the Chief of Domestic Security; providing an exemption from public record requirements for notifications provided to owners and operators of critical infrastructure and other assets; providing an exemption from public meeting requirements for meetings of the Council on Pacific Conflict in which such reports or notifications are provided or discussed; providing for future legislative review and repeal; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Redondo (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #S0342 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Agency for Health Care Administration
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current or former personnel at the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) whose job duties involve investigating healthcare facility complaints, Medicaid fraud, or inspecting licensed healthcare facilities. Specifically, the bill makes exempt from public disclosure the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these AHCA personnel, as well as the names, addresses, and employment information of their spouses and children. The bill also protects the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such personal information could potentially expose AHCA personnel and their families to physical or emotional harm from individuals who may be upset by investigations or actions taken by the agency. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The bill reflects a careful balance between transparency and protecting the safety of public employees who perform sensitive investigative roles in healthcare regulation and oversight.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current or former personnel of the Agency for Health Care Administration and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/27/2025
• Added: 01/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0329 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec. and Meetings/Interstate Compact for School Psychologists
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section of Florida law (490.017) establishing specific exemptions for meetings and records of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission. The bill allows the commission to hold closed meetings and keep records confidential when discussing sensitive topics such as personnel matters, potential litigation, contract negotiations, trade secrets, investigative records, and personal privacy concerns. When a meeting or portion of a meeting is closed, the presiding officer must state the reason for closing the meeting and reference the specific exemption, which must be recorded in the minutes. The commission is required to keep detailed minutes of closed meetings that remain sealed and can only be released by a majority vote of the commission or a court order. The public records and meetings exemptions are set to expire on October 2, 2028, unless the Legislature reenacts them. The bill emphasizes that these exemptions are necessary to allow Florida to participate in the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists, as the compact requires certain discussions to be kept confidential. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 327) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 490.017, F.S.; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain portions of meetings of the Interstate Compact for School Psychologists Commission and its executive committee; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during exempt portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Wallace Aristide (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #H0517 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec./ Municipal Clerks And Staff
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal information of municipal clerks and their staff. Specifically, the bill protects the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of municipal clerks and their staff, including elections filing officers, records management liaison officers, and deputy or assistant municipal clerks. The exemption also covers the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of these employees' spouses and children, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill provides a rationale that municipal clerks often handle sensitive information and perform critical administrative functions that may expose them to potential threats, and therefore protecting their personal information is essential to ensure their safety. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill emphasizes that the potential harm from releasing such personal information outweighs any public benefit of disclosure, and it will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of municipal clerks and their staff, the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of the spouses and children of municipal clerks and their staff, and the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by the children of municipal clerks and their staff; providing for the future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Joe Casello (D)*, Mike Gottlieb (D), Christine Hunschofsky (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #H0905 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Florida Health Choices Program
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the Florida Health Choices Program, renaming it the Florida Employee Health Choices Program, with a primary focus on creating a marketplace for individual health insurance plans through individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs). The bill aims to expand opportunities for employers and employees to access affordable health insurance by establishing a centralized, competitive marketplace where employees can purchase individual health insurance plans using employer contributions. Key changes include removing previous provisions about specific health care providers and vendors, modifying the program's purpose to focus on individual coverage HRAs, and streamlining the enrollment and participation process. The bill establishes a 15-member board of directors to govern the corporation, creates procedures for employer and individual participation, and provides for annual reporting. The legislation also includes provisions for protecting confidential information, exempting certain program-related information from public records requirements, and allowing Medicaid recipients to potentially use financial assistance to pay for employer-sponsored or other health coverage. The changes are designed to give employees more flexibility in choosing health insurance plans that meet their individual needs while providing employers with a simplified approach to offering health benefits.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Florida Health Choices Program; amending s. 408.910, F.S.; revising the name of the "Florida Health Choices Program" to the "Florida Employee Health Choices Program"; revising legislative intent; revising definitions; revising program purpose and components to provide for the sale and purchase of individual health insurance plans to employeesin individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements; removing provisions relating to certain health care service providers, organizations, entities, and vendors, vendor procedures, products available for purchase through the program, pricing, risk pooling, and exemptions; revising the marketplace process; revising corporation responsibilities; revising the fiscal year in which the corporation's annual report is due; amending ss. 409.821, 409.9122, and 409.977, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/23/2025
• Added: 02/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Taylor Yarkosky (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/23/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #S0856 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Sexual Assault Counselors
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption protecting the personal identifying and location information (such as home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs) of sexual assault counselors from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill adds sexual assault counselors to the existing list of professionals whose personal information is shielded from public records requests. The legislation recognizes that these counselors often work closely with victims and law enforcement, and their personal information could be exposed through police reports or discovery documents, potentially putting them at risk of harassment, threats, or retaliation. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, meaning it will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The bill includes a detailed statement of public necessity, arguing that the potential harm to sexual assault counselors outweighs any public benefit from disclosing their personal information. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of sexual assault counselors; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tina Polsky (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0301 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Suits Against the Government
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's sovereign immunity and tort claims laws, primarily focusing on increasing liability limits for claims against the state and its agencies. Specifically, the bill raises the statutory limits on tort claims from $200,000 per individual claim and $300,000 total per incident to $1 million per individual claim and $3 million total for claims arising between October 1, 2025, and October 1, 2030. After October 1, 2030, the limits will increase to $1.1 million per individual claim and $3.2 million total. The bill also introduces several important changes, such as allowing state subdivisions to settle claims exceeding these limits without further legislative action, prohibiting insurance policies from conditioning payment on claim bill enactment, and revising statutes of limitations for filing tort claims. Additionally, the bill updates the limitations period for presenting claims to government entities from 3 years to 18 months and modifies the time frame for filing various types of legal actions against the state. These changes aim to provide more clarity and flexibility in how tort claims against governmental entities are processed and resolved, while also gradually increasing the potential compensation available to claimants.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to suits against the government; amending s. 768.28, F.S.; increasing the statutory limits on liability for tort claims against the state and its agencies and subdivisions; authorizing a subdivision of the state to settle a claim in excess of the statutory limit without further action by the Legislature regardless of insurance coverage limits; prohibiting an insurance policy from conditioning payment of benefits on the enactment of a claim bill; specifying that the limitations in effect on the date the claim accrues apply to that claim; revising the period within which certain claims must be presented to certain entities; revising exceptions relating to instituting actions on tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions; revising the period after which the failure of certain entities to make final disposition of a claim shall be deemed a final denial of the claim for certain purposes; revising the statute of limitations for tort claims against the state or one of its agencies or subdivisions and exceptions thereto; providing applicability; amending s. 944.713, conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 45.061(5), 110.504(4), 111.071(1)(a), 125.01015(2)(b), hb301-00 163.01(3)(h) and (15)(k), 190.043, 213.015(13), 252.51, 252.89, 252.944, 260.0125(2), 284.31, 284.38, 322.13(1)(b), 337.19(1), 341.302(17), 351.03(4)(c), 373.1395(6), 375.251(3)(a), 381.0056(9), 393.075(3), 394.9085(7), 395.1055(10)(g), 403.706(17)(c), 409.175(15)(b), s. 409.993(1)(a) and (b), (2)(a), and (3)(a), 420.504(8), 455.221(3), 455.32(5), 456.009(3), 456.076(15)(a), 471.038(3), 472.006(11)(b), 497.167(7), 513.118(2), 548.046(1), s. 556.106(8), 589.19(4)(e), 627.7491(3) and (4), 723.0611(2)(c), 760.11(5), 766.1115(4), 766.112(2), 768.1355(3), 768.1382(7), 768.295(4), 946.5026, 946.514(3), 961.06(5), (6)(a), and (7), 1002.33(12)(h), 1002.333(6)(b), 1002.34(17), 1002.351(3)(c), 1002.37(2), 1002.55(3)(l), 1002.83(10), 1002.88(1)(p), 1006.24(1), and 1006.261(2)(b), F.S., relating to offers of settlement, volunteer benefits, payment of judgments or settlements against certain public officers or employees, office of the sheriff, the Florida Interlocal Cooperation Act of 1969, suits against community development districts, taxpayer rights, liability, tort liability, tort liability, limitation on liability of private landowners whose property is designated as part of the statewide system of greenways and trail, scope and types of coverages, hb301-00 waiver of sovereign immunity, driver license examiners, suits by and against the Department of Transportation, rail program, railroad-highway grade- crossing warning signs and signals, limitation on liability of water management district with respect to areas made available to the public for recreational purposes without charge, limitation on liability of persons making available to public certain areas for recreational purposes without charge, school health services program, general liability coverage, behavioral provider liability, rules and enforcement, local government solid waste responsibilities, licensure of family foster homes, residential child- caring agencies, and child-placing agencies, lead agencies and subcontractor liability, the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, legal and investigative services, the Management Privatization Act, legal and investigative services, impaired practitioner programs, the Florida Engineers Management Corporation, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, administrative matters, conduct on premises; refusal of service, physician's attendance at match, liability of the member operator, excavator, and system, creation of certain state forests; naming of certain state forests; Operation Outdoor Freedom hb301-00 Program, official law enforcement vehicles; motor vehicle insurance requirements, the Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation, administrative and civil remedies; construction, health care providers; creation of agency relationship with governmental contractors, comparative fault, the Florida Volunteer Protection Act, streetlights, security lights, and other similar illumination, Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP), sovereign immunity in tort actions, inmates not state employees, compensation for wrongful incarceration, charter schools, persistently low-performing schools, charter technical career centers, the Florida School for Competitive Academics, the Florida Virtual School, school-year prekindergarten program delivered by private prekindergarten providers, Early learning coalitions, school readiness program provider standards, tort liability; liability insurance, and use of school buses for public purposes, respectively, to incorporate changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Fiona McFarland (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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MS bill #HB670 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Social Work Licensure Compact; create.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Social Work Licensure Compact, which is a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of social work across multiple states while maintaining professional standards and public safety. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce duplicative licensing requirements, support military families, and promote workforce mobility by allowing social workers to obtain a multistate license that permits practice in all member states. To be eligible for a multistate license, social workers must meet specific requirements based on their category of practice (bachelor's, master's, or clinical), including holding an unencumbered license in their home state, passing a national exam, completing appropriate educational requirements, and undergoing a criminal background check. The bill establishes a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the implementation of the compact, develop rules, maintain a data system for tracking licensees, and manage interstate professional conduct issues. The compact ensures that social workers must adhere to the laws and regulations of the state where a client is located, and it provides mechanisms for investigating and addressing potential disciplinary actions across state lines. The legislation amends existing Mississippi law to incorporate the compact's provisions and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Enact Into Law The Social Work Licensure Compact And Provide That The State Of Mississippi Enters The Compact With Other States That Join In The Compact; To Amend Sections 73-53-7, 73-53-13 And 73-53-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform; To Bring Forward Section 73-53-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Samuel Creekmore IV (R)*, Kevin Felsher (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #H0285 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Injunctions for Protection in Cases of Repeat or Serious Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands Florida's legal framework for injunctions of protection by modifying the definition and scope of "repeat violence" to include "repeat or serious violence." The bill introduces a broader definition of serious violence, which now includes three specific scenarios: two incidents of violence within six months directed at the petitioner or their immediate family, one act causing bodily injury to the petitioner, or a death threat against the petitioner. The legislation updates multiple sections of Florida law to reflect this change, ensuring consistency across various statutes related to protective injunctions. Key modifications include updating terminology in sections covering electronic records, firearm licensing, criminal justice information systems, and legal procedures related to protective orders. The bill aims to provide more comprehensive protection for individuals experiencing repeated or serious violent situations by broadening the grounds for seeking a protective injunction and ensuring that legal mechanisms can more effectively respond to potential threats. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and courts time to prepare for the implementation of these expanded protections.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to injunctions for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence; amending s. 784.046, F.S.; replacing the term "repeat violence" with the term "repeat or serious violence"; defining the term "repeat or serious violence"; expanding the grounds for an existing cause of action for an injunction of protection to include serious violence in addition to repeat violence; revising the name of an existing cause of action to an injunction for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence, rather than in cases of repeat violence; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 44.407, 61.1825, 119.0714, 394.4597, 394.4598, 741.2901, 741.30, 741.313, 784.047, 784.048, 790.06, 790.065, 934.03, and 943.05, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 28.2221(8)(a), (c), and (d), 61.1827(1), 741.311(2), 741.315(2), 790.401(2)(e) and (3)(c), 901.15(6), 901.41(5), 921.141(6)(p), 921.1425(7)(j), and 934.425(3), F.S., relating to electronic access to official records, identifying information concerning applicants for and recipients of child support services, Hope Card Program for persons issued orders of protection, recognition of foreign protection orders, risk hb285-00 protection orders, when arrest by a law enforcement officer without a warrant is lawful, prearrest diversion programs, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital felonies, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital sexual battery, and installation or use of tracking devices or tracking applications, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 784.046, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michele Rayner (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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MS bill #HB1432 • Last Action 03/04/2025
MS Charter School Act of 2013; revise to expand opportunities for establishment of charter schools in certain districts.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances Mississippi's Charter School Act of 2013 by making numerous modifications to expand and improve charter school operations. Key provisions include allowing charter school applications in "C" rated districts, increasing the percentage of non-licensed teachers from 25% to 50%, enabling charter management organizations to hold contracts for multiple schools, and providing more flexibility for charter school governance and expansion. The bill introduces provisions for annual performance monitoring, financial accountability, and creates new salary supplement opportunities for certified teachers. It also expands enrollment preferences for charter schools, including allowing siblings of current students and children of charter school employees to have priority enrollment. The bill clarifies authorizer responsibilities, establishes more transparent processes for charter school approval and renewal, and provides additional protections and autonomy for charter schools within the public education system. Importantly, the bill aims to increase educational opportunities, close achievement gaps, and provide more flexible educational models while maintaining accountability for academic performance and financial management.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 37-28-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Definitions Related To The Mississippi Charter School Act Of 2013; To Amend Section 37-28-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Allow Applications To Be Approved For Charter Schools In Certain Districts Rated "c", Until The State Board Of Education Readjusts The Cut Scores Under The School Accountability Model; To Amend Section 37-28-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Charter School Authorizer To Amend Charter School Contracts In Order To Approve Mergers, Consolidations And Reconfigurations And Contract Reorganizations Without Closing A Charter School; To Amend Section 37-28-11, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit The Authorizer From Retaining A Portion Of Per-pupil Allocations For Its Support And Provide That The Legislature May Fund The Authorizer Through Specific Appropriation; To Amend Section 37-28-13, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Authorizer To Publish A Pamphlet, By August 1 Of Each Year, Informing Charter Schools And Charter Applicants Of All Educational Statutes Applicable To The Operation And Administration Of Charter Schools; To Amend Section 37-28-15, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Charter School Authorizer 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 Require The Authorizer To Allow A Charter Management Organization To Hold A Single Contract And To Reorganize Under A Single Contract Without Re-applying For Each School; To Provide That Charter Schools Shall Be Granted A Two-year Delay Start Date For Commencement Of Instruction Of Students; To Further Provide That If The Charter School Fails To Start After Two Years Of Being Approved, It Must Reapply For Authorization To Open A Charter School To The Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board; 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 Whose Contract Is Held By The Same Governing Board; To Amend Section 37-28-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Achievement Gaps Comparisons For Proficiency Between Applicable Subgroups; To Amend Section 37-28-31, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Authorizer To Annually Monitor The Performance And Legal Compliance Of Charter Schools It Has Authorized; To Allow Charter Schools Under The Same Charter Contract To Submit A Single Annual Performance Report; 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 37-28-35, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prescribe The Timeline And Procedures To Be Followed By The Authorizer In Its Decision To Close A Charter School; To Amend Section 37-28-37, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Streamline Reports From A Charter School Authorizer; To Amend Section 37-28-39, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That A Nonprofit Entity That Is Party To A Charter Contract, Including A Charter Management Organization, Is A Nongovernmental Entity; To Require The Governing Board Of A Nonprofit Entity Holding A Charter Contract For Multiple Schools To Determine Whether Each School Listed In The Charter Contract Will Function As A Local Education Agency Or If The Nonprofit Will Function As Such For All Schools Included In Its Charter Contract; To Amend Section 37-28-41, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Nonprofit Entity Holding A Charter Contract To Contract For Transportation Services, Special Education Services And Virtual Courses For Students Enrolled In The Charter School Under Its Contract; To Amend Section 37-28-43, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Charter Schools To Provide Appropriate Services To Students Designated As English Language Learners Who Are Enrolled In Its Schools; To Amend Section 37-28-45, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Charter Schools To Receive Performance Classifications From The State Department Of Education; To Provide That Charter Schools Are Not Subject To Any Rule, Policy, Regulation Or Procedure Adopted By The State Board Of Education Unless Such Was Adopted Pursuant To Law Applicable To Charter Schools; To Amend Section 37-28-47, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Increase The Total Number Of Nonlicensed Teachers Employed In An Instructional Capacity To 50% And To Exclude Provisionally Licensed Teachers And Licensed Teachers Teaching Out Of Field From The 50% Limitation On Charter School Teachers Exempt From Licensure Requirements; 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 Amend Section 37-28-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Insert Reference To The Mississippi Code Of Educator Ethics; To Amend Section 37-28-53, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Each Charter School Or Charter Management Organization To Annually Certify Information Necessary To Calculate The Charter School's State Share Of And Local Contribution To The State Public School Funding Formula To The State Department Of Education; To Amend Section 37-28-55, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Manner In Which The Pro Rata Share Of Local Funds For Charter Schools Is Calculated; To Amend Section 37-28-57, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Charter Schools To Adhere To Generally Accepted Accounting Principles As Determined By The Financial Accounting Standards Board; To Require The State Auditor To Develop Financial Rules And Regulations, Including A Financial Accounting Manual Specific For Charter Schools; To Provide For The Annual Audit Of Records Of Nonprofit Entities Holding A Charter Contract For Charter Schools; To Require The State Department Of Education And Each Authorizer To Develop A Process Of Sharing Relevant Information To Avoid Duplication Of Effort; To Bring Forward Sections 37-28-1, 37-28-3, 37-28-17, 37-28-25, 37-28-27, 37-28-59 And 37-28-61, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Purposes Of Possible Amendments; To Amend Sections 31-7-1, 37-3-51, 37-17-1, 37-21-3 And 37-41-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Preceding Provisions; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Roberson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #H0397 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Crime Stoppers Organizations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying information of employees, board members, and volunteers of Crime Stoppers organizations. Specifically, the bill makes home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these individuals exempt from public disclosure, along with similar information about their spouses and children. The exemption also covers the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill includes a provision for legislative review, meaning the exemption will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The rationale for this exemption, as stated in the bill, is to protect Crime Stoppers personnel from potential retaliation by individuals connected to criminal investigations. Crime Stoppers is a nonprofit organization that assists law enforcement by collecting anonymous tips about criminal activity and offering rewards for information. The bill aims to safeguard the personal information of these individuals who play a crucial role in supporting criminal investigations, recognizing that the release of such information could potentially endanger them or their families. The exemption will take effect on July 1, 2025, and applies retroactively to existing records.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for specified personal identifying and location information of employees of crime stoppers organizations and the board members and volunteers of such crime stoppers organizations; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Chambliss (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #S0844 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Domestic Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the legal definition of domestic violence in Florida to explicitly include coercive control, which is a pattern of behavior that seeks to take away the victim's liberty or freedom and strip away their sense of self. Specifically, the bill amends several sections of Florida law to add "coercive control of" to existing definitions of domestic violence across multiple statutes. The changes would apply to various contexts including criminal proceedings, family law, employment protections, and judicial procedures. The bill modifies language in numerous sections to incorporate this expanded definition, which means courts, law enforcement, and other state agencies would now recognize coercive control as a form of domestic violence. This broader definition could potentially provide more comprehensive legal protection for victims by acknowledging that domestic violence is not just physical violence, but can also include psychological manipulation and control tactics. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing time for various state agencies and legal systems to prepare for the implementation of the expanded definition.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to domestic violence; amending ss. 414.0252 and 741.28, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “domestic violence” to include coercive control of one family or household member by another family or household member; amending ss. 741.281, 741.283, 741.29, 741.2901, and 741.30, F.S.; making technical changes; reenacting ss. 25.385(1), 39.301(9)(a), 39.902(1), 44.407(3)(b), 61.125(4)(b), 61.13(2)(c), 61.13001(7)(j), 61.45(7)(b), 90.5036(1)(a), 397.417(4)(e), 406.135(1)(a), 420.0004(13), 420.6241(4)(b), 435.03(3), 435.04(3), 443.101(1)(a), 456.031(1)(a), 464.018(1)(e), 497.005(43), 626.9541(1)(g), 741.313(1)(a), 741.402(3), 768.35(1) and (4), 775.08435(1)(c), 787.03(4)(b) and (6)(a), 790.401(3)(c), 900.05(2)(t), 901.15(7) and (13), 901.41(5), 903.011(6), 907.041(5)(a), 921.0024(1)(b), 938.08, 943.171(2)(a), 944.705(4), 948.038, 985.255(2), and 985.265(3)(b), F.S., relating to standards for instruction of circuit and county court judges in handling domestic violence and dependency cases; initiation of protective investigations; definitions; an elder-focused dispute resolution process; parenting coordination; parenting and time-sharing; parental relocation with a child; court-ordered parenting plans, risk of violation, and bond; domestic violence advocate-victim privilege; peer specialists; confidentiality of reports of minor victims of domestic violence; definitions; persons with lived experience; level 1 screening standards; level 2 screening standards; disqualification for benefits; requirement for instruction on domestic violence; disciplinary actions; definitions; unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices; unlawful action against employees seeking protection; definitions; continuing domestic violence, prohibition on withholding adjudication in felony cases; interference with custody; risk protection orders; criminal justice data collection; when arrest by an officer without a warrant is lawful; prearrest diversion programs; pretrial release, general terms, and statewide uniform bond schedule; pretrial detention and release; the Criminal Punishment Code worksheet key; additional cost to fund programs in domestic violence; basic skills training in handling domestic violence cases; the release orientation program; batterers’ intervention program as a condition of probation, community control, or other court-ordered community supervision; detention criteria; and detention transfer and release, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 741.28, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick DiCeglie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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CT bill #SB01408 • Last Action 03/04/2025
An Act Requiring A Study Of State Agency Response Times To Freedom Of Information Act Requests.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management (OPM) to conduct a comprehensive study examining how quickly state agencies respond to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, which are formal requests for public records. By February 15, 2026, the secretary must submit a detailed report to the legislative committee responsible for government oversight. The report must include key information such as average response times for state agencies, specific instances where agencies had unreasonably slow response times that led to complaints filed with the Freedom of Information Commission, and any legislative recommendations based on the study's findings. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in how state agencies handle public records requests by systematically analyzing and documenting their current performance. The study and report will provide insights that could potentially lead to improvements in how state agencies manage and respond to FOIA requests.
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Bill Summary: To require the Office of Policy and Management to conduct a study of state agency response times to Freedom of Information Act requests.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Government Oversight Committee, Rob Sampson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Government Oversight Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/4/2025 )
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US bill #HR1515 • Last Action 03/04/2025
GOOD Act Guidance Out Of Darkness Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the "Guidance Out Of Darkness Act" (GOOD Act), aims to increase transparency and public access to agency guidance documents by requiring federal agencies to publish all guidance documents on a single, centralized website designated by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. The bill provides a broad definition of "guidance documents," which includes various types of agency communications like memos, notices, bulletins, directives, blog posts, and speeches that explain policy or provide interpretations of laws and regulations, but do not have the force of law. Under the bill, agencies must publish all current guidance documents within 180 days of enactment and publish new guidance documents on the same day they are issued, with each agency also providing a hyperlink to these documents on their own websites. The guidance documents must be categorized and subcategorized for easy navigation. Documents that are exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act will not be required to be published. When guidance documents are rescinded, agencies must maintain the documents at the central location and clearly indicate their rescinded status. The bill does not affect the validity of guidance documents and does not impact congressional review processes. Finally, the Comptroller General is required to submit a report to Congress five years after enactment evaluating agencies' compliance with the law.
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Bill Summary: A BILL To increase access to agency guidance documents.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 119th Congress
• Sponsors: 3 : James Comer (R)*, Ro Khanna (D), Kevin Kiley (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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FL bill #H0439 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public School Personnel Salary Schedules
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's public school personnel salary schedules by making several key changes to how school districts can compensate employees. Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, district school boards will have more flexibility in setting salary schedules, with the ability (rather than requirement) to base a portion of employee compensation on performance. The bill eliminates previous definitions related to salary schedules, removes mandatory cost-of-living adjustment requirements, and changes how base salaries are established for instructional personnel and school administrators. Districts are still required to provide salary supplements for specific situations, such as teaching in Title I schools, schools with low performance grades, critical shortage areas, and for taking on additional academic responsibilities. The bill also removes previous provisions that protected performance salary schedules from budget-related reductions and simplifies the rules around salary adjustments. These changes give school districts more discretion in designing compensation structures while maintaining some basic requirements for supplemental pay and performance considerations. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and makes corresponding amendments to several related sections of Florida statutes to ensure consistency with the new salary schedule provisions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public school personnel salary schedules; amending s. 1012.22, F.S.; deleting definitions; deleting a requirement relating to cost- of-living salary adjustments; revising requirements for salary schedules for school employees; authorizing, rather than requiring, a district school board to base a portion of each employee's compensation on performance; deleting a requirement that district school boards adopt a performance salary schedule based on specified requirements; revising the requirement for a base salary for instructional personnel or school administrators; revising conditions under which a district school board must provide salary supplements; deleting a provision that prohibits a performance salary schedule from being reduced due to budget constraints; making technical changes; amending s. 24.121, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 1002.33(16)(b), 1002.451(5)(a), 1003.621(2)(h), and 1011.6202(3)(b), F.S., relating to charter school exemption from statutes, district innovation school of technology program exemption from statutes, academically high-performing school districts' compliance with statutes and rules, and Principal hb439-00 Autonomy Program Initiative exemption from laws, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 1012.22, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Karen Gonzalez Pittman (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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OK bill #HB1160 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Insurance; Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association; powers and duties; joining organizations; records; effective date.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association Act to update its purpose, definitions, and operational guidelines. The bill expands the Association's powers by allowing it to join other similar organizations and act as a liaison in insurance company insolvency cases. It introduces new definitions, including a specific definition for cybersecurity insurance, and clarifies the Association's obligations for different types of claims. The bill adds provisions related to high net worth insureds, establishing limits on claim coverage and recovery rights. It prohibits using the Association's existence for insurance sales or solicitation and makes most of the Association's records confidential. The bill also increases the maximum payout for cybersecurity insurance claims to $500,000 and provides more detailed guidelines for handling claims from insolvent insurers. Key changes include expanding the scope of covered claims, refining assessment procedures for member insurers, and creating more specific rules about claim processing and financial responsibilities. The act is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and amends multiple sections of existing Oklahoma insurance law.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to insurance; amending 36 O.S. 2021, Sections 2002, 2003, 2004, 2007, 2009, 2020.1, and 2020.2, which relate to the Oklahoma Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association Act; modifying purpose; modifying applicability; modifying definitions; providing definitions; modifying the powers and duties of the Association; clarifying parties; clarifying timelines; permitting the Association to join certain organizations; permitting the Association to make certain payments; prohibiting use of the existence of the Association to sell or solicit insurance; clarifying that certain records are not public records; providing exceptions; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mark Tedford (R)*, Aaron Reinhardt (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: First Reading
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OR bill #HB3778 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Relating to the withdrawal of the federally approved state plan concerning workplace safety; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) to withdraw Oregon's state-operated workplace safety and health program (called a "state plan") that was previously approved by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The bill requires the director to notify the U.S. Secretary of Labor of the intent to withdraw the state plan by September 15, 2025, and prohibits the director from adopting or enforcing any workplace safety rules that are more stringent than federal OSHA standards. The bill repeals numerous existing Oregon statutes related to workplace safety and occupational health, effectively eliminating the state's independent workplace safety regulatory framework. The changes will become operative either on December 1, 2026, or 60 days after federal OSHA approves the withdrawal of the state plan. The bill declares an emergency, which means it will take effect immediately upon passage, reflecting the legislature's view that the changes are urgently needed for public peace, health, and safety.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act directs the DCBS to obtain approval from federal OSHA to withdraw the state plan. The Act repeals the statutes that implemented the state plan. The Act takes effect when the Governor signs it. (Flesch Readability Score: 69.3). Directs the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services to notify the United States Secretary of Labor of the intent to withdraw the federally approved state plan. The Act forbids the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services to adopt or enforce any rule, regulation or standard that is more stringent than any federal occupational health and safety rule, regulation or standard adopted under the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act. Becomes operative on December 1, 2026, or 60 days after the date on which the United States Secretary of Labor approves the withdrawal of the state plan. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 3 : Lucetta Elmer (R)*, Court Boice (R), Ed Diehl (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Labor and Workplace Standards.
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MS bill #HB1513 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Board of Trustees of the MS Adoption Licensure Authority; authorize and regulate adoption procedures.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Board of Trustees of the Mississippi Adoption Licensure Authority, a new nine-member board comprised of representatives from the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services, licensed adoption agencies, and residential child-caring agencies. The board will be responsible for licensing and regulating adoption services in Mississippi, with members serving staggered four-year terms. The bill creates the Mississippi Adoption Relief Fund, a special fund to support the board's operations, and makes significant changes to existing adoption agency regulations. Key provisions include expanding the definition of adoption services, requiring adoption agencies to be Mississippi nonprofit organizations with a physical presence in the state, and establishing more stringent licensing and fee requirements. The bill also adds provisions to prohibit fee-sharing between attorneys and unlicensed entities in adoption proceedings and increases penalties for illegal adoption practices. Additionally, the legislation includes measures to suspend professional licenses for individuals who are not current on child support payments. The new regulations and board are designed to provide more oversight and transparency in the adoption process, with the board having the authority to recommend license suspensions, investigate complaints, and establish licensing standards for adoption agencies.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create The "board Of Trustees Of The Mississippi Adoption Licensure Authority"; To Create "the Mississippi Adoption Relief Fund"; To Amend Section 43-15-103, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Definitions Of The Adoption Agency Regulations; To Amend Section 43-15-105, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Board Of Trustees Of The Adoption Licensure Authority Shall Be The Licensing Agency For Adoptions; To Amend Sections 43-15-107, 43-15-109 And 43-15-111, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Application Process For Adoption Licenses; To Amend Section 43-15-113, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Add Conditions For Granting New Licenses After Revocation Of Licenses; To Amend Section 43-15-117, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit An Attorney From Sharing Any Fees Provided For Adoption Services; To Amend Section 43-15-115, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Regulate Disbursement Of Monies Between Adoption Agencies And Attorneys; To Amend Section 43-15-119, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Division To Enlist The Board Under Certain Circumstances; To Amend Sections 43-15-123 And 43-15-125, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Amendment; To Amend Section 49-7-27, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Commission On Wildlife, Fisheries And Parks To Suspend The License Of Any Person Who Has Not Paid Child Support; To Amend Section 93-11-155, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Allow Any Party To Submit Proof Of Arrearage For Child Support; To Bring Forward Sections 93-11-157 And 93-11-163, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide The Procedure For Notification Of Licensees Who Have Not Paid Child Support; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Otis Anthony (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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KS bill #SB138 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Requiring search warrants to be issued only on the statement of facts sufficient to show probable cause made by a law enforcement officer.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Kansas state law regarding the issuance of search warrants by specifically requiring that search warrants can only be issued based on the sworn statement of a law enforcement officer, rather than any person. The bill updates existing statutes to clarify that the statement must provide facts sufficient to demonstrate probable cause that a crime has been, is being, or will be committed, and must precisely describe the location, person, or property to be searched and the items to be seized. The legislation maintains existing provisions about how oral statements must be recorded and sworn under oath, and preserves the broad range of items that can be seized under a search warrant, including digital evidence, tracking devices, and other potential evidence of criminal activity. Additionally, the bill includes detailed procedures for how search warrant affidavits and testimony can be disclosed or redacted after the warrant's execution, with specific protections for maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information such as victim identities, investigative techniques, and personal privacy. The changes aim to standardize and strengthen the process for obtaining search warrants by ensuring that only trained law enforcement officers can provide the sworn statements justifying such legal searches.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning crimes, punishment and criminal procedure; relating to search and seizure; requiring the statement of facts sufficient to show probable cause justifying a search warrant to be made by a law enforcement officer; amending K.S.A. 22-2502 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 3:30 PM Room 582-N
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MS bill #HB1551 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board; create within Department of Health.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board within the State Department of Health to systematically review deaths resulting from domestic violence and develop strategies to prevent future fatalities. The board will consist of 15 multidisciplinary members appointed by the State Health Officer, including survivors of domestic abuse, representatives from law enforcement, healthcare, legal, and social service organizations, with members serving four-year terms. The board's responsibilities include gathering and reviewing comprehensive records related to domestic violence fatalities, including medical, legal, law enforcement, and social service documents, while maintaining strict confidentiality of all information collected. The board will be required to submit a biennial report to legislative health committees detailing the number, causes, and demographic information of domestic violence fatalities in Mississippi, along with policy recommendations for reducing these incidents. The bill provides legal protections for board members and participating agencies, ensuring they cannot be held liable for good faith efforts in providing information, and explicitly prohibits the use of board-collected information as evidence in any legal proceedings. Additionally, the bill exempts the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board from the Open Meetings Act and allows for the compilation and distribution of aggregated, non-identifying data to help further understand and address domestic violence fatalities. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create The Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board Within The State Department Of Health To Review The Deaths Resulting From Domestic Violence Incidents And Establish Strategies To Prevent Domestic Violence Fatalities; To Provide For The Members Of The Board To Be Appointed By The State Officer; To Provide That The Department Shall Be Responsible For The General Administration Of The Activities Of The Board And Shall Employ Or Contract With A Coordinator And Designate Other Staff As Necessary To Provide Administrative Support For The Board; To Prescribe The Duties Of The Coordinator; To Authorize The Board To Invite Other Individuals To Participate With The Board On An Ad Hoc Basis For A Particular Investigation; To Provide What The Review Of A Domestic Violence Fatality By The Board Will Involve, Including The Types Of Records That Are To Be Reviewed; To Direct The Board To Submit A Report Every Two Years To The House And Senate Public Health Committees Concerning Its Activities And The Incidents Of Domestic Violence Fatalities Within The State, Which Shall Include The Number, Causes And Relevant Demographic Information On Domestic Violence Fatalities In Mississippi, Identifiable Trends In Domestic Violence Fatalities In The State, And Appropriate Policy And Systems Recommendations To The Legislature On How To Most Effectively Direct State Resources To Reduce The Number Of Preventable Domestic Violence Fatalities In The State; To Provide That Data For The Board's Review And Reporting Shall Be Provided To The Board By Agencies, Officials And Health Care Providers Having Information Necessary For The Board To Carry Out Its Duties; To Require Physicians, Hospitals And Pharmacies To Provide Reasonable Access To The Board To All Relevant Medical Records Associated With A Case Under Review By The Board; To Provide Immunity To Physicians, Hospitals And Pharmacies Providing Access To Those Records In Good Faith; To Require Any Person Having Records Or Other Information Relevant To The Board's Review Of A Domestic Violence Fatality To Provide Those Records Or Information When Requested By The Board; To Provide For Confidentiality And Prohibitions On Disclosure Or Admissibility As Evidence In Any Proceeding Of All Information, Records And Other Data Collected By The Board; To Provide That All Proceedings And Activities Of The Board, Opinions Of Members Of The Board Formed As A Result Of Those Proceedings And Activities, And Records Obtained, Created Or Maintained By The Board Are Confidential And Are Not Subject To The Mississippi Public Records Act; To Authorize The Board To Compile Reports Of Aggregated, Nonindividually Identifiable Data On A Routine Basis For Distribution In An Effort To Further Study The Causes And Problems Associated With Domestic Violence Fatalities; To Amend Section 25-41-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exempt The Board From The Open Meetings Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Fabian Nelson (D)*, Justis Gibbs (D)*, Timaka James-Jones (D)*, Otis Anthony (D)*, Grace Butler-Washington (D)*, Dana McLean (R)*, Lawrence Blackmon (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #HB1634 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Income tax; extend repealer for new cut and sew jobs in upholstered furniture industry and bring forward certain statutes.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several changes to Mississippi state law, primarily focusing on extending a tax credit for the upholstered furniture industry and bringing forward various statutes related to alcoholic beverages for potential future amendment. Specifically, the bill extends the income tax credit for new cut and sew jobs in the upholstered household furniture manufacturing industry from January 1, 2026, to January 1, 2029. Under this tax credit, businesses can receive $2,000 annually for each full-time employee in a new cut and sew job for up to five years, with the ability to carry forward unused credits for five consecutive years. The bill also brings forward multiple sections of Mississippi Code related to alcoholic beverages, including statutes concerning permit types, licensing fees, transportation, and sales regulations. These sections cover a wide range of topics such as different types of alcohol permits (like manufacturer, retailer, and temporary permits), tax rates, transportation restrictions, and application requirements for alcohol-related businesses. The bill does not substantively change these existing statutes but makes them available for potential future legislative modifications. The changes will take effect at different times, with the tax credit extension beginning January 1, 2025, and the alcoholic beverage-related sections becoming effective July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 27-7-22.36, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Authorizes An Income Tax Credit For An Enterprise Owning Or Operating An Upholstered Household Furniture Manufacturing Facility For Each Full-time Employee In A New Cut And Sew Job, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On That Section; To Bring Forward Sections 27-71-5, 27-71-7, 27-71-15, 27-71-29, 67-1-41, 67-1-45, 67-1-51, 67-1-53, 67-1-55, 67-1-57, 67-1-73, 97-31-47, 97-31-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relate To Alcoholic Beverages, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Fred Shanks (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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NY bill #S06023 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Requires the division for small-business to publish a small business compliance guide and post such guide to the division for small-business's website.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Division for Small-Business (a state economic development agency) to create and publish an annual Small Business Compliance Guide by January 31st each year. The guide must provide small business owners and operators with clear, easy-to-understand information about statutory and regulatory changes that occurred in the previous calendar year. The guide will cover a wide range of topics including permits, licenses, taxes, insurance, workplace safety, workers' compensation, wages, hours, and benefits. The bill mandates that the language be written in plain terms, avoiding technical jargon whenever possible, and include contact information for relevant state agencies. Additionally, the Division for Small-Business must publish the guide on its website and conduct an annual public awareness campaign to promote the guide, using various media channels like social media, radio, and print advertising. The campaign will aim to educate small business owners about the guide and available resources to help them understand and comply with new regulations. By providing this comprehensive and accessible guide, the bill seeks to help small businesses stay informed about legal and regulatory changes that might affect their operations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the state administrative procedure act and the economic development law, in relation to requiring the division for small-business to publish a small business compliance guide
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : April Baskin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMERCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND SMALL BUSINESS
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FL bill #H0179 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, Inc.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the legal framework for the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, Inc. (IHMC), a not-for-profit research organization affiliated with the University of West Florida. The bill shifts the authority to create subsidiaries from the Board of Governors to the IHMC's board of directors, and transfers the responsibility of annual certification of compliance from the University of West Florida's Board of Trustees to the IHMC itself. The legislation clarifies that the institute's subsidiaries can now enter into affiliation agreements with other universities and updates the definition of subsidiaries to specifically refer to not-for-profit entities. The bill maintains the institute's status as a state instrumentality with specific governance provisions, including requirements for public records, open meetings, and ethical standards. It preserves the institute's ability to receive and manage funding from various sources, secure intellectual property rights, and operate with a degree of autonomy while still being accountable to state oversight. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in the institute's organizational structure and operations while maintaining transparency and public accountability. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, Inc.; amending s. 1004.447, F.S.; requiring the board of directors of the Florida Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, Inc., rather than the Board of Governors, to authorize the creation of a subsidiary of the corporation; requiring the corporation, rather than the Board of Trustees of the University of West Florida, to annually certify specified information to the Governor and Legislature; amending s. 1004.4471, F.S.; authorizing subsidiaries of the corporation to enter into certain affiliation agreements; amending s. 1004.4472, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alex Andrade (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/15/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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IL bill #SB2344 • Last Action 03/04/2025
STATEWIDE INNOVATION DEVELOP
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Statewide Innovation Development and Economy Act (STAR Bond Act), which establishes a mechanism for municipalities and counties to create special economic development districts called STAR bond districts. The bill allows these districts to issue sales tax and revenue (STAR) bonds to finance large-scale tourism, entertainment, retail, and related development projects. Key provisions include limiting the program to one project per Economic Development Region, capping state sales tax increment at $75 million per region, and requiring projects to meet specific economic development criteria such as creating at least 300 new jobs and making a minimum $30 million capital investment. The Office of the Governor, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, will have final approval of STAR bond districts, and projects cannot be located in municipalities with populations over 2 million. The bill includes detailed requirements for establishing districts, approving projects, issuing bonds, and monitoring economic impacts, with a specific focus on creating new job opportunities, stimulating capital investment, and promoting economic development in Illinois. Additionally, the bill mandates a seven-year review of the program by a special committee to assess its economic benefits and potential continuation.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Statewide Innovation Development and Economy Act. Provides that the purpose of the Act is to promote, stimulate, and develop the general and economic welfare of the State of Illinois and its communities and to assist in the development and redevelopment of major tourism, entertainment, retail, and related projects within eligible areas of the State, thereby creating new jobs, stimulating significant capital investment, and promoting the general welfare of the citizens of this State, by authorizing municipalities and counties to issue sales tax and revenue (STAR) bonds for the financing of STAR bond projects and to otherwise exercise the powers and authorities granted to municipalities to provide incentives to create new job opportunities and to promote major tourism, entertainment, retail, and related projects within the State. Provides that the Office of the Governor, in consultation with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, shall have final approval of all STAR bond districts and STAR bond projects established under this Act, which may be established throughout the 10 Economic Development Regions in the State as established by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Provides that regardless of the number of STAR bond districts established within any Economic Development Region, only one STAR bond project may be approved in each of the 10 Regions, excluding projects located in STAR bond districts established under the Innovation Development and Economy Act. Provides that each STAR bond district in which a STAR bonds project has been approved may only receive 50% of the total development costs up to $75,000,000 in State sales tax increment. Provides that a STAR bond district under the Act may not be located either entirely or partially inside of a municipality with a population in excess of 2,000,000. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Stadelman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Revenue
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OR bill #HB3793 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Relating to public records requests.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) to conduct a comprehensive study of public records requests, which are formal applications made by citizens or organizations seeking government documents or information. The DOJ is required to submit a report to the legislative assembly's interim judiciary committees by September 15, 2026, and may include legislative recommendations based on their findings. The bill has a built-in sunset provision, meaning the study requirement automatically expires on January 2, 2027. The purpose appears to be gaining insights into the current state of public records request processes, potentially identifying areas for improvement or reform in how government agencies handle such requests. The study could help streamline transparency efforts and address any systemic challenges in public records access.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells DOJ to study public records requests and report back. (Flesch Readability Score: 69.7). Requires the Department of Justice to study public records requests. Directs the department to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to the judiciary no later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : David Gomberg (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Judiciary.
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MS bill #SB2075 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Board of Medical Licensure; revise licensure status, definitions, procedure, fines and temporary practice authority.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive revisions to Mississippi's medical licensure laws, affecting the State Board of Medical Licensure's operations, physician licensing procedures, disciplinary actions, and professional standards. Key provisions include: redefining the practice of medicine and establishing specific exemptions for certain healthcare professionals; modifying licensure application and renewal processes, including electronic notice options and provisions for retired status; expanding temporary and special volunteer license categories; clarifying grounds for disciplinary action against licensed physicians; introducing new disciplinary options such as punitive fines up to $25,000 per offense; creating a penalty matrix to guide consistent disciplinary decisions; adding public members to the Medical Licensure Board; requiring the Mississippi Physician Health Program to provide performance statistics; and updating procedures for investigating potential medical practice violations. The bill also removes several outdated provisions related to medical licensure and aims to provide more flexible and comprehensive regulatory framework for medical professionals in Mississippi. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and are designed to modernize and improve the state's medical licensing system while maintaining patient safety and professional standards.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 73-25-1, 73-25-3, 73-25-5, 73-25-14, 73-25-17, 73-25-18, 73-25-21, 73-25-23, 73-25-27, 73-25-28, 73-25-29, 73-25-30, 73-25-31, 73-25-32, 73-25-33, 73-25-34, 73-25-53, 73-25-55, 73-25-57, 73-25-59, 73-25-61, 73-25-63, 73-25-65, 73-25-83, 73-25-87 And 73-25-89, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Definitions Under The Medical Practice Act And To Identify Individuals For Whom The Medical Practice Act Does Not Apply; To Clarify Certain Procedures To Obtain A License To Practice Medicine; To Provide For Electronic Notice Of License Renewal; To Provide Procedures For Physicians To Request Retired Status; To Clarify Procedures For The Issuance Of A Temporary License To Practice Medicine; To Clarify Procedures For Issuance Of A License By Reciprocity; To Revise Certain Procedures For Disciplinary Action Against Licensees, The Evidentiary Standard To Be Applied By The Board Of Medical Licensure In A Determination Regarding Disciplinary Action, The Issuance Of Subpoenas By The Board, The Grounds For Disciplinary Action, The Options Available To The Board Following Disciplinary Hearings Against Licensees, And Petitions For Reinstatement Of Licenses; To Clarify The Action Of The Unlawful Practice Of Medicine And The Authority Of The Board To Seek Injunctive Relief; To Delete A Certain Exception To Licensure; To Include Behavioral Conduct That Could Be Addressed By Treatment To The List Of Reasons A Licensee Shall Be Subject To Restriction Of Their License; To Clarify Certain Procedures Under The Disabled Physician Law; To Conform To The Provisions Of The Act; To Revise Disciplinary Action That The Board Is Authorized To Take, Including Placing A Licensee On Probation Or Imposing A Punitive Fine; To Provide That A Hearing Must Be Held Within 30 Days If The Board Determines That A Physician's Continuation Of Practice Is An Immediate Danger; To Exclude Individuals Engaged Solely In The Practice Of Midwifery From The Chapter; To Conform To The Provisions Of The Act; To Create New Section 73-43-19, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Mississippi Physician Health Program To Provide Performance Statistics To The State Board Of Medical Licensure; To Amend Section 73-43-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide For Additional Members Of The Board Who Shall Be Members Of The Public Not Related To The Healthcare Industry; To Repeal Sections 73-25-7, 73-25-9, 73-25-15, 73-25-19, 73-25-25, 73-25-39 And 73-25-81, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Require The State Board Of Medical Licensure To Meet At The Capitol At Least Once Each Year For The Purpose Of Examining Applicants; Which Provides For The Fee Charged By The State Board Of Medical Licensure To Apply For A License To Practice; Which Provides For The Procedures For Lost Medical Licenses; Which Provides For Certain Provisions Related To Nonresident Physicians; Which Provides For Certain Procedures For Those Desiring To Practice Osteopathic Medicine In The State; Which Allows The State Board Of Medical Licensure To Contract For The Acquisition Of Books And Other Records; Which Provides A Technical Reference To The Mississippi State Board Of Medical Licensure; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hob Bryan (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #H0527 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec./Agency for Health Care Administration Personnel
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current or former personnel from the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) whose job duties involve investigating healthcare facility complaints, Medicaid fraud, or conducting facility inspections. The exemption covers home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these AHCA personnel, as well as the names, addresses, and employment information of their spouses and children. The bill also protects the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such personal information could potentially expose AHCA personnel and their families to physical or emotional harm from individuals who might be upset by investigations or agency actions. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and will automatically be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill includes provisions for how personnel can request the maintenance or release of their exempt information, and it will take effect on October 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current or former personnel of the Agency for Health Care Administration and the names and personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such personnel; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dana Trabulsy (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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MS bill #HB849 • Last Action 03/04/2025
CRNAs; exempt from collaborative agreement, and license anesthesiologist assistants.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to nursing and healthcare professional regulations in Mississippi. It modifies the state's nursing practice law to include advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in various definitions and provisions, and introduces a new regulatory framework for anesthesiologist assistants. The bill allows APRNs and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to become exempt from mandatory collaborative agreements with physicians after completing 8,000 practice hours, which will provide these healthcare professionals with greater autonomy. Additionally, the bill establishes licensure and practice standards for anesthesiologist assistants, specifying that they can only practice under the direct supervision of an anesthesiologist and must be delegated specific duties. The legislation also updates the Mississippi Board of Nursing's composition by adding a CRNA representative and incorporates provisions related to medical cannabis certification. Importantly, the bill will not take effect until the Legislature has funded at least 100 scholarships under the Rural Physicians Scholarship Program, demonstrating a commitment to addressing healthcare workforce needs in the state. The changes aim to expand healthcare access, provide more professional flexibility for advanced practice nurses, and create a clear regulatory pathway for anesthesiologist assistants.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 73-15-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Advanced Practice Registered Nurses In The Statement Of Purpose Of The Mississippi Nursing Practice Law; To Amend Section 73-15-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Certain Definitions And Revise Certain Definitions In The Nursing Practice Law Regarding Advanced Nursing Practice; To Amend Section 73-15-9, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Composition Of The Mississippi Board Of Nursing To Include A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist As A Member; To Amend Section 73-15-20, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Provisions Relating To The Practice Of Advanced Nursing Practice Nurses; To Provide That An Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Shall Be Exempt From The Requirement Of Entering And Maintaining A Collaborative/consultative Relationship With A Licensed Physician Or Dentist After Completing 8,000 Practice Hours; To Provide That Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Shall Be Exempt From Maintaining A Collaborative/consultative Relationship With A Licensed Physician Or Dentist Upon Completion Of 8,000 Clinical Practice Hours; To Provide That Advanced Practice Registered Nurses And Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists May Apply Hours Worked Before The Effective Date Of This Act To Fulfill Their Respective Hour Requirement; To Conform Certain Provisions With The Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act; To Amend Section 73-15-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Advanced Practice Registered Nurses In The Provisions Relating To Grounds For Disciplinary Actions Against Nurses; To Amend Section 41-21-131, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Provisions Of This Act; To Provide For The Licensure And Regulation Of Anesthesiologist Assistants By The State Board Of Medical Licensure; To Define Certain Terms; To Provide That The Board Shall Review And Determine The Qualifications Of Persons Applying For A License To Practice As An Anesthesiologist Assistant; To Provide The Powers Of The Board Regarding Licensure Of Anesthesiologist Assistants And Prescribe The Qualifications For Licensure; To Authorize The Board To Issue Temporary Licenses; To Provide That Anesthesiologist Assistants May Assist In The Practice Of Medicine Only Under The Supervision Of An Anesthesiologist; To Provide That Anesthesiologist Assistants May Perform Only Those Duties Delegated To Them By A Supervising Anesthesiologist; To Provide That A Supervising Anesthesiologist Shall Delegate To An Anesthesiologist Assistant Any Duties Required To Develop And Implement A Comprehensive Anesthesia Care Plan For A Patient; To Authorize The Board To Revoke Licenses And Take Other Disciplinary Action Against Licensees And To Reinstate Licenses After Revocation; To Prohibit Practicing As An Anesthesiologist Assistant Without A License, And Provide A Criminal Penalty For Persons Convicted Of Unauthorized Practice; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Samuel Creekmore IV (R)*, Clay Mansell (R)*, Kabir Karriem (D)*, Dan Eubanks (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #S0458 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Competitive Solicitations
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies public records and meetings laws specifically for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) during competitive solicitation processes. The bill defines "competitive solicitation" as the process of requesting and receiving sealed bids, proposals, or replies for transportation-related contracts, and introduces the concept of a "team" as a group established by the department for negotiation purposes. It creates exemptions that temporarily protect sealed bids, proposals, and meeting records from public disclosure during the competitive bidding process. These exemptions are designed to ensure fairness and economic efficiency by preventing premature disclosure of vendor proposals, and they specify that protected records become available at specific points: 72 hours after an intended decision notice, after protest filing deadlines, or upon resolution of any formal protests. The bill also requires complete recordings of exempt meetings and includes provisions for legislative review, with the exemptions set to automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature. The exemptions aim to balance transparency with the need to maintain a fair and competitive bidding environment for transportation and toll operation projects.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; amending ss. 119.071 and 286.0113, F.S.; revising the applicability of public records and public meetings exemptions, respectively, relating to competitive solicitations; amending s. 337.11, F.S.; defining the terms “competitive solicitation” and “team”; providing an exemption from public records requirements for sealed bids, proposals, or replies received and publicly announced by the Department of Transportation pursuant to competitive solicitations for certain contracts; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for portions of meetings at which negotiations with, oral presentations of, or questions answered by a vendor taking part in a competitive solicitation of the department occur and portions of team meetings at which negotiation strategies are discussed; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings of and any records presented at such exempt meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/03/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Keith Truenow (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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NY bill #S05949 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Expands the type of information that is exempt from disclosure to include the name, address, telephone number, or email address of anyone who is a member of or enrolled in a program at a senior center that a public agency administers or sponsors.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands privacy protections for senior citizens by creating new confidentiality rules for contact information of individuals who participate in senior centers. Specifically, the bill defines a "senior center" as facilities operated by an area aging office or contracted entities that provide regular services to seniors, such as meals and recreation. Under this legislation, the name, address, phone number, and other contact details of senior center visitors would be exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). The bill includes an exception that allows such contact information to be used in civil court proceedings directly related to senior center attendance. Any public employee who knowingly releases this confidential information could face a civil penalty of up to $5,000. The primary goal of this bill is to protect the privacy and personal information of vulnerable senior citizens who participate in community-based senior center programs, helping to prevent potential misuse of their personal data.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the elder law, in relation to the privacy of contact information of senior center members
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Parker (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO AGING
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FL bill #H7001 • Last Action 03/04/2025
OGSR/Site-specific Location Information for Endangered and Threatened Species
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes the scheduled repeal of a public records exemption related to site-specific location information for endangered and threatened species. Currently, location information about endangered or threatened species held by government agencies is exempt from public records disclosure requirements, with an exception for animals in captivity. The bill eliminates the previous provision that would have automatically terminated this exemption on October 2, 2025, through the Open Government Sunset Review Act. By removing the sunset clause, the public records exemption for sensitive species location data will remain in perpetuity, helping to protect these species from potential harm that could result from publicly revealing their precise locations. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, ensuring continued protection of location information for vulnerable wildlife species. This type of exemption is typically designed to prevent unauthorized collection of data that could potentially endanger rare or threatened species by exposing their habitats to collectors, researchers, or others who might disrupt or harm these populations.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to a review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act; amending s. 379.1026, F.S., which provides an exemption from public records requirements for site-specific location information of certain endangered and threatened species; removing the scheduled repeal of the exemption; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Government Operations Subcommittee, Fabián Basabe (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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NY bill #A06322 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Creates the office of the correctional ombudsperson to achieve transparency, fairness, impartiality and accountability in New York state correctional facilities; relates to reports by coroners; designates investigators of the office of the correctional ombudsperson as peace officers; authorizes the attorney general to investigate the alleged commission of any criminal offense committed by an employee of the department of corrections and community supervision in connection with their official dut
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of the Correctional Ombudsperson, an independent oversight body designed to achieve transparency, fairness, impartiality, and accountability in New York state and local correctional facilities. The ombudsperson will be appointed by a newly established 12-member Correctional Oversight Board and will serve a six-year term, with the ability to be removed only for good cause. The office will have broad investigative powers, including the ability to review policies, inspect facilities, interview staff and incarcerated individuals, access records, conduct investigations, and receive complaints about correctional facilities. The ombudsperson will be required to produce annual public reports detailing investigations, significant problems discovered, and recommendations for improvement. The bill also grants the office significant autonomy, including the power to subpoena documents, interview employees confidentially, and investigate allegations of misconduct. Additionally, the bill expands the Attorney General's authority to investigate criminal offenses committed by corrections employees and makes investigators of the ombudsperson's office peace officers. The goal is to create a robust, independent oversight mechanism to monitor and improve conditions in correctional facilities across New York State.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the correction law, in relation to creating the office of the correctional ombudsperson; to amend the county law, in relation to reports by coroners; to amend the criminal procedure law, in relation to designating investigators of the office of the correctional ombudsperson as peace officers; to amend the education law, in relation to the certification of incarcerated individual populations; to amend the executive law, in relation to authorizing the attorney general to investigate the alleged commission of any criminal offense committed by an employee of the department of corrections and community supervision in connection with their official duties; to amend the executive law, in relation to the division of criminal justice services; to amend the mental hygiene law, in relation to clinical records; to amend the public health law, in relation to the confidentiality of certain records; to amend the public officers law, in relation to including the office of the correctional ombudsperson records within the definition of public safety agency records; and to amend the social services law, in relation to inspection and supervision
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• Introduced: 03/04/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 9 : Latrice Walker (D)*, Jo Anne Simon (D)*, Deborah Glick (D), Maryjane Shimsky (D), Yudelka Tapia (D), Harvey Epstein (D), David Weprin (D), Phil Steck (D), Demond Meeks (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: referred to correction
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FL bill #S1106 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Body Camera Recordings Recorded by a Code Inspector
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new privacy protections for body camera recordings made by code inspectors (government employees who verify compliance with local building, zoning, and safety regulations). The bill creates specific exemptions that make certain body camera recordings confidential and not subject to public records requests. These exemptions apply to recordings made inside private residences, healthcare or social service facilities, or in locations where a reasonable person would expect privacy. While these recordings are generally confidential, they can still be disclosed in specific circumstances, such as: to the person recorded, their personal representative, or pursuant to a court order. The bill requires local governments to retain these recordings for at least 90 days and includes detailed guidelines for courts to consider when determining whether to order the disclosure of a recording. The exemption applies retroactively and is designed to protect sensitive personal information while recognizing the potential value of body camera recordings in documenting code inspection work. The legislation includes a sunset provision, meaning the exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically votes to continue it. The bill's effective date is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 1104).
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.0713, F.S.; defining terms; providing an exemption from public records requirements for body camera recordings recorded by a code inspector under certain circumstances; providing exceptions; requiring a local government to retain body camera recordings for a specified period; providing for retroactive application; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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CO bill #SB080 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Allow Credit Union to Purchase Bank Assets
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes credit unions to purchase the assets and liabilities of state banks, with specific regulatory provisions. The banking board can approve up to five such transactions per year, marking a significant change from previous banking regulations. Before approving a purchase, the prospective credit union must conduct and submit two detailed analyses: one examining potential impacts on small business and agricultural lending, and another evaluating the credit union's current and anticipated lending in low- and moderate-income areas, with the goal of demonstrating how the purchase will benefit the community. These analyses will be reviewed by the department of regulatory agencies and made publicly available, though trade secrets and privileged information protected under the Colorado Open Records Act will remain confidential. The bill modifies existing banking laws to allow credit unions to acquire bank assets while ensuring community lending needs are considered, and provides protections for depositors during such transactions, including the right to withdraw funds after a sale. The act will take effect after the standard legislative review period, with a potential referendum provision that could delay implementation until approved by voters in the November 2026 election.
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Bill Summary: The bill authorizes a credit union to purchase the assets and liabilities of a state bank. The banking board may approve up to 5 purchases by credit unions per year. Prior to approving a purchase, a prospective credit union purchaser must conduct an analysis of the anticipated impacts to small business and agricultural lending and the intended prospective credit union purchaser's current and anticipated lending data for low- and moderate-income areas, including demonstrating that the purchase will meet the needs of the community. The analyses shall be reviewed by the department of regulatory agencies and made available to the public; except that any trade secrets or other privileged information protected by the "Colorado Open Records Act" incorporated into the analyses shall not be made publicly available.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Judith Amabile (D)*, Scott Bright (R)*, William Lindstedt (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/23/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Finance Postpone Indefinitely
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MS bill #SB2275 • Last Action 03/04/2025
State Task Force for Agency Reorganization; establish.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a State Task Force for Agency Reorganization aimed at improving governmental efficiency and reducing costs in Mississippi. The task force will be composed of key state leaders and business executives, including two appointees selected by the Governor, one appointee each from the Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House, and several legislative committee chairs. The task force will conduct a comprehensive study of the state's executive branch organizational structure and is required to submit a final report with recommendations to the Governor and Legislature by October 1, 2026. Prior to this, the executive directors of the Department of Finance and Administration, Department of Information Technology Services, and Mississippi State Personnel Board must develop individual plans for streamlining their agencies' services, focusing on areas such as human resources, information technology, payroll, procurement, and travel. These plans must be submitted by November 1, 2025, and should include proposed organizational structures, potential position consolidations, recommendations for legislative changes, and strategies for implementing shared administrative services across state agencies. The task force is authorized to create advisory committees, hold meetings, and employ research staff, with non-legislative members eligible for per diem and travel expenses. The ultimate goal is to create a more efficient state government by potentially reorganizing and consolidating administrative functions across different agencies.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Authorize And Direct The Executive Directors Of The Department Of Finance And Administration, The Department Of Information Technology Services, And The Mississippi State Personnel Board To Develop A Plan For The Streamlined Administration Of The Services Performed By These Agencies To Be Submitted To The Legislature By November 1, 2025, With Recommendations For Necessary Legislation; To Establish And Empower The "state Task Force For Agency Reorganization"; To Provide The Membership Of The Task Force; To Require That The Task Force Make Recommendations Regarding The Reorganization Of State Agencies To Improve Governmental Efficiency; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Chris Johnson (R)*, Kevin Blackwell (R)*, Robin Robinson (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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IL bill #SB0005 • Last Action 03/04/2025
METROPOLITAN MOBILITY AUTH ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, which consolidates and reorganizes public transportation services in the Chicago metropolitan region. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority (MMA) by consolidating the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division, the Suburban Bus Division, and the Regional Transportation Authority into a single regional transit agency. The new authority will be governed by a board of directors appointed by the Governor, Mayor of Chicago, Cook County Board President, and county board chairs of DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties. The board will include both voting and non-voting members, with requirements for diverse expertise and geographic representation. The MMA will have broad powers to provide, coordinate, and improve public transportation services in the metropolitan region, including: - Developing and implementing transit service standards - Purchasing transportation services from various providers - Setting fares and transit policies - Implementing fare capping and income-based reduced fare programs - Acquiring and managing transportation facilities and equipment - Providing paratransit services - Promoting transit-oriented development - Establishing safety and security programs - Conducting research and development of transportation technologies The bill creates several new funds and programs, including: - A City-Suburban Mobility Innovations Program to support local mobility services - A Transit-Supportive Development Incentive Program to encourage transit-friendly development - An Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development to support affordable housing near transit The legislation also establishes robust accountability measures, including: - Regular performance audits - Transparency requirements - A citizen advisory board - Performance-based compensation for executives - Detailed reporting on transit services and finances The bill aims to improve the efficiency, equity, and financial sustainability of public transportation in the Chicago metropolitan region by creating a more integrated and responsive transit authority.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act. Establishes the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Provides that the Chicago Transit Authority, the Commuter Rail Division and the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority, and the Regional Transportation Authority are consolidated into the Metropolitan Mobility Authority and the Service Boards are abolished. Creates the Suburban Bus Operating Division, Commuter Rail Operating Division, and the Chicago Transit Operating Division. Reinserts, reorganizes, and changes some provisions from the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act into the new Act. Includes provisions concerning the operation of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority. Repeals the Metropolitan Transit Authority Act and the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Amends various Acts, Laws, and Codes to make conforming changes. Creates the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act. Establishes the Office of Equitable Transit-Oriented Development and the Transit-Supportive Development Fund. Provides that the Office and the Fund are to aid transit-supportive development near high-quality transit by providing specified funding to municipalities that have adopted the standards in the transit support overlay district for that area or that have adopted zoning and other changes that the Office determines have benefits greater than or equal to such a District, including transit support overlay districts. Includes provisions relating to Office standards, procedures, and reports. Amends the State Finance Act to make a conforming change. Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code. Requires the Department to establish, staff, and support an Office of Public Transportation Support for the purpose of optimizing the operation of public transportation vehicles and the delivery of public transportation services on highways under the Department's jurisdiction in the Metropolitan Mobility Authority's metropolitan region. Describes the duties and operations of the Office. Amends the Toll Highway Act. Provides that the Chair of the Metropolitan Mobility Authority is a nonvoting member of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Omar Aquino (D), Mike Simmons (D), Adriane Johnson (D), Graciela Guzmán (D), Robert Peters (D), Laura Fine (D), Rob Martwick (D), Sara Feigenholtz (D), Mary Edly-Allen (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Transportation
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MS bill #SB2288 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Mississippi Prison Industries Act of 1990; bring forward.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill brings forward the Mississippi Prison Industries Act of 1990, which establishes a nonprofit corporation to manage and operate prison industry programs in the state. The bill defines the corporation's purpose as reducing government costs, supporting rehabilitation, and providing meaningful work for inmates by creating industries that do not unfairly compete with private businesses. The corporation will be governed by a five-member board of directors, including representatives from corrections, faith-based and business communities, workforce development, and community colleges. The chief executive officer will be responsible for developing workforce programs, partnering with educational institutions, and helping inmates prepare for employment after release. The bill establishes a work initiative program allowing eligible inmates to work and earn wages, with specific requirements for wage distribution (25% for dependents and court-ordered payments, 15% for administrative expenses, 50% saved for release, and 10% for incidental expenses). The corporation must collect and report detailed data about the program's participants, including employment outcomes, earnings, and recidivism rates. The law will be in effect from July 1, 2025, and stand repealed on June 30, 2025, with provisions for operating prison industries, leasing facilities, and creating training and employment opportunities for inmates.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Bring Forward Sections 47-5-531, 47-5-533, 47-5-535, 47-5-537, 47-5-539, 47-5-541, 47-5-543, 47-5-545, 47-5-547, 47-5-549, 47-5-551, 47-5-553,47-5-555, 47-5-557, 47-5-559, 47-5-561, 47-5-563, 47-5-565, 47-5-567, 47-5-569, 47-5-571, 47-5-573, 47-5-575, 47-5-577 And 47-5-579, Mississippi Code Of 1972, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Daniel Sparks (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #S0222 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records and Meetings/Social Work Licensure Compact
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new exemptions from public records and meetings requirements for certain aspects of the Social Work Licensure Compact in Florida. Specifically, the bill protects a social worker's personal identifying information (except for name, licensure status, and number) from public disclosure when held by the Department of Health or Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. The bill also establishes exemptions for meetings of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission when discussing sensitive topics such as potential disciplinary actions, litigation, employee matters, trade secrets, and investigative records. The exemptions allow the commission to close certain meetings and keep associated recordings, minutes, and records confidential. The Legislature justifies these exemptions as necessary for the state to effectively participate in the Social Work Licensure Compact, which requires protecting certain sensitive information. The bill includes a sunset provision, meaning these exemptions will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature specifically reviews and renews them. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (SB 220) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records and meetings; creating s. 491.023, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for certain information held by the Department of Health or the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling pursuant to the Social Work Licensure Compact; authorizing the disclosure of such information under certain circumstances; providing an exemption from public meetings requirements for certain meetings or portions of certain meetings of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission or its executive committee or other committees; providing an exemption from public records requirements for recordings, minutes, and records generated during the exempt meetings or portions of such meetings; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing statements of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/13/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Gayle Harrell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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IL bill #SB2327 • Last Action 03/04/2025
DCFS-CULTURAL OMBUDSMAN
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of Independent Cultural Ombudsman within the Department of Children and Family Services to secure the rights of youth and families involved with the department. The Ombudsman will be appointed by the Governor with Senate approval for a 4-year term, with the first term expiring February 1, 2028. The Ombudsman must be over 21, have a bachelor's or advanced degree, and possess expertise in the department's operations, investigations, civil rights advocacy, and cultural awareness. The office will have broad powers to review department operations, investigate complaints, advocate for youth, inspect facilities, and provide confidential assistance to youth and families. The Ombudsman will be required to submit an annual report to the General Assembly and Governor detailing the office's activities, including aggregated data about investigations and systemic recommendations. The bill establishes strict conflict of interest rules for the Ombudsman and deputies, prohibits retaliation against those who file complaints, and mandates that the department provide full access and cooperation to the Ombudsman. Importantly, the Ombudsman cannot investigate criminal behavior but must refer such cases to appropriate authorities. The office will maintain confidentiality of complaints and complainants, with records protected from public disclosure except by court order.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Children and Family Services Act. Provides that the purpose of the amendatory Act is to create within the Department of Children and Family Services the Office of Independent Cultural Ombudsman for the purpose of securing the rights of youth and families that are subject to investigation, collaboration, or other correspondence with the Department of Children and Family Services. Provides that the Governor shall appoint the Independent Cultural Ombudsman with the advice and consent of the Senate for a term of 4 years, with the first term expiring February 1, 2028. Permits the Ombudsman to employ deputies and other support staff as deemed necessary. Sets forth the academic and age requirements for the Ombudsman and deputies. Contains provisions concerning conflicts of interest; Ombudsman duties and powers; Department duties; Ombudsman reporting requirements; complaints made to the Ombudsman by or on behalf of youth and families that concern Department operations or staff; the confidentiality of records; and Ombudsman promotion efforts aimed at raising awareness of the Office of Independent Cultural Ombudsman. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Ram Villivalam (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services
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IL bill #HB4000 • Last Action 03/04/2025
LAW ENFORCEMENT-BODY CAMERAS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several laws related to law enforcement body cameras and recordings. Key provisions include: expanding definitions related to body cameras, modifying when and how body camera recordings can be made and stored, and changing rules about accessing and disclosing these recordings. Specifically, the bill provides that starting January 1, 2027, officers will no longer need to provide notice when recording someone, and clarifies that body cameras do not apply to school resource officers, undercover officers, or administrative officers (except when undercover officers are conducting interviews). The bill also narrows when body camera recordings can be disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act, limiting release to only flagged recordings involving complaints, firearm discharges, use of force, arrests, or incidents resulting in death or bodily harm, and only if the subject of the recording has a reasonable expectation of privacy. Additionally, the bill adds a new criminal offense of taking a body camera or part of a body camera from a peace officer, which can be a Class 1 or Class 2 felony depending on the circumstances. These changes aim to balance transparency, privacy, and law enforcement operational needs while providing clearer guidelines for body camera use and recording management.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that the Act does not apply to school resource officers, undercover or covert officers, or officers that are employed in an administrative capacity, except when undercover or covert officers are conducting interviews. 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, 2027, an officer no longer needs to provide notice of recording to a person that has a reasonable expectation of privacy. Removes provisions prohibiting officers from viewing recordings prior to completing a report. Modifies exceptions to destruction of camera recordings if a recording has been flagged and 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 the subject or legal representative provides written authorization to release the video. Makes other changes. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012 and Freedom of Information Act making conforming 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. Further amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person also obstructs justice when, with intent to prevent the apprehension or obstruct the prosecution or defense of any person, he or she knowingly takes a body camera or any part of a body camera from a person known to be a peace officer. Provides that a violation is either a Class 1 felony or Class 2 felony.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Dennis Tipsword (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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MS bill #SB2420 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Business fraud; authorize Secretary of State to take additional measures to prevent.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses two main provisions related to business registration and document filing in Mississippi. First, it provides a mechanism for current residents to remove a business's registered agent address from public records if that address is a private residence and is being used without the current occupant's permission. To do this, the current occupant must submit a signed, sworn form to the Secretary of State that includes their name, the residence address, and affirmations that they are the current occupant and the business is not associated with the address. Upon receiving such a form, the Secretary of State must attempt to contact the business and request an address change, and then remove the residence address from public records. Second, the bill extends the time frame for the Secretary of State to return rejected document filings from 10 days to 30 days for both corporations and limited liability companies. This change applies to situations where a submitted document does not meet filing requirements, giving businesses more time to correct and resubmit their paperwork. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and is designed to protect residential privacy and provide more flexibility in business document processing.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Provide That, If The Address For Any Registered Agent Of Any Represented Organization Is A Residence Address, And The Registered Agent No Longer Resides At The Residence Address, Or The Residence Address Is Being Used Without The Current Occupant's Permission, The Current Occupant May Have The Address Removed From Public Record By Submitting To The Secretary Of State A Signed And Sworn Form Prescribed By The Secretary Of State; To Amend Sections 79-4-1.25 And 79-29-211, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Increase, From 10 Days To 30 Days, The Length Of Time Within Which The Secretary Of State May Return A Rejected Filing To A Corporation Or A Limited Liability Company After Receipt; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Harkins (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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NY bill #A01209 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Enacts a mattress collection program; requires mattress producers to establish a plan for the convenient and cost-effective recycling of used mattresses.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive mattress collection and recycling program in New York State that requires mattress producers to create and implement a plan for convenient and cost-effective recycling of used mattresses. The program mandates that producers, either individually or collectively, submit a detailed plan to the state's Department of Environmental Conservation by December 31, 2028, outlining how they will collect, transport, and recycle discarded mattresses. Producers must ensure that within three years, at least 80% of the state's residents live within 15 miles of a collection site, and they must achieve progressive recycling rates: 40% by three years, 55% by seven years, and 70% by ten years after plan approval. The bill defines key terms like "mattress," "producer," and "recycling," and establishes responsibilities for producers, retailers, and the state department. Producers are responsible for all program costs, maintaining records, and submitting annual reports, while retailers cannot sell mattresses from producers not participating in an approved collection program. The bill also creates a 12-member advisory board to provide recommendations and establishes potential penalties for non-compliance, with fines up to $500 per violation and an additional $500 for each day a violation continues.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to establishing a mattress collection program
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 10 : Amy Paulin (D)*, William Colton (D), Steve Otis (D), Linda Rosenthal (D), Harvey Epstein (D), Dana Levenberg (D), Nily Rozic (D), Nader Sayegh (D), Chris Burdick (D), Grace Lee (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: reported referred to codes
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FL bill #S0240 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Victims of Domestic Violence and Dating Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council within the Department of Law Enforcement to develop a sophisticated dynamic website designed to help victims of domestic and dating violence. The website will feature real-time data synchronization with law enforcement databases, allowing users to generate unique phone numbers with personalized alert codes that can discreetly signal emergency assistance. The council will be composed of representatives from law enforcement, victim services, domestic violence advocacy groups, legal professionals, and technology experts, who will meet quarterly to review data and support victims. The bill expands the definition of dating violence, allows victims of dating violence to participate in the Attorney General's address confidentiality program, and provides protections for victims' personal information across various state records. The coordinating council will be responsible for establishing a public awareness campaign, coordinating law enforcement training, and submitting annual reports to state leadership detailing the website's progress and effectiveness. The bill includes provisions for potential legislative funding, grants, and donations to support the initiative, and it will supersede any conflicting local regulations. The HAVEN Coordinating Council is set to be in place by October 2025 and will be automatically repealed in October 2028 unless the Legislature votes to continue it.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to victims of domestic violence and dating violence; creating s. 741.317, F.S.; providing a short title; creating the Helping Abuse Victims Escape Now (HAVEN) Coordinating Council within the Department of Law Enforcement; requiring the department to provide certain services; defining terms; specifying the composition of the coordinating council; providing requirements for member appointments, election of a chair, and meetings; requiring that member appointments be completed and the first meeting of the coordinating council be held by a date certain; specifying duties of the coordinating council; requiring the coordinating council to submit certain reports to specified entities and persons, the Governor, and the Legislature by a specified date; providing for funding of the coordinating council; specifying that the act supersedes certain local regulations; providing for expiration of the coordinating council; amending s. 741.402, F.S.; defining the term “dating violence”; amending s. 741.403, F.S.; providing that victims of dating violence may apply to participate in the Attorney General’s address confidentiality program; amending ss. 741.465, 741.4651, and 960.001, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Lori Berman (D)*, Ana Maria Rodriguez (R), Nick DiCeglie (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0831 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Elections and State-issued Identification
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enhances voter registration and election processes in Florida by implementing stricter verification of voter citizenship and identification requirements. The bill requires the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to prominently display instructions for canceling voter registration, verify citizenship status during voter registration, and mark driver's licenses and identification cards of non-citizens with "NC". Voter registration applicants must now provide more detailed identification, including proof of United States citizenship, and third-party voter registration organizations must affirm they will not solicit non-citizens to register. The bill mandates that supervisors of elections conduct quarterly list maintenance to identify potentially ineligible voters, including those who may have moved, died, or are not United States citizens. Additionally, the bill requires voter education programs to provide more comprehensive information about voter registration, updating registration information, and the importance of canceling registration when moving out of state. First-time voters will need to provide specific forms of identification, such as a passport, birth certificate, or social security card, to verify their eligibility. The new requirements aim to enhance the accuracy and integrity of voter registration rolls and voting processes, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to elections and state-issued identification; amending s. 97.026, F.S.; requiring that certain instructions be prominently displayed on certain Internet websites; amending s. 97.052, F.S.; revising the information that the uniform statewide voter registration application must be designed to elicit from an applicant and must contain; amending s. 97.053, F.S.; requiring the Department of State and supervisors of elections to verify certain information relating to citizenship status; providing that eligibility to vote must be verified in a certain manner; requiring a supervisor of elections to refer certain matters to the Office of Election Crimes and Security; amending s. 97.0535, F.S.; requiring certain voter registration applicants who have not previously voted in the state to provide certain identification before voting; revising the forms of identification that may be accepted for a certain purpose; revising the persons who are exempt from certain identification requirements; providing that certain persons currently residing outside the United States must meet certain requirements; providing that certain identification may be submitted in a certain manner; amending s. 97.057, F.S.; requiring the Department of Highway hb831-00 Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide an opportunity to register to vote or update voter registration records to certain individuals; requiring the department to provide certain notification to certain individuals; requiring a voter registration applicant to provide a wet signature; requiring the department to offer certain opportunities to certain individuals; requiring the department to send voter registration applications or certain instructions to certain individuals; requiring specified voters to be informed of certain information; requiring the department to notify the Department of State of certain information; requiring the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to provide certain weekly and by-query reports to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain persons from the statewide voter registration system; amending s. 97.0575, F.S.; requiring a third-party voter registration organization to provide a certain affirmation to the Division of Elections; amending s. 97.058, F.S.; revising eligibility for certain voter registration; requiring certain voter registration forms to ask about citizenship; amending s. 97.0585, F.S.; providing that certain information is not exempt from hb831-00 public records requirements; amending s. 97.1031, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to verify an elector's eligibility status using all available data sources in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.045, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to use all available data sources to make a certain determination; providing that the receipt of certain information from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles shall be considered a request from a voter for his or her removal from the statewide voter registration system; requiring the Department of State to include certain information in the database of valid residential street addresses; requiring the department to adopt rules; amending s. 98.065, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to conduct certain bulk list maintenance at least quarterly; requiring a supervisor of elections to at least quarterly analyze the voter registration database for a certain purpose and to take certain actions; amending s. 98.075, F.S.; requiring a supervisor of elections to remove certain names from the statewide voter registration system after certain verification using Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles records; requiring a supervisor of elections to take certain actions upon receipt of, access to, or knowledge of certain hb831-00 information from a credible source; specifying certain credible sources of certain information; requiring a supervisor of elections to send an address confirmation and an address confirmation final notice in certain circumstances; amending s. 98.093, F.S.; requiring state and local government agencies to facilitate the provision of certain information and data access to the Department of State and supervisors of elections; amending s. 98.255, F.S.; requiring the Department of State to adopt rules relating to nonpartisan voter education; requiring a county supervisor to provide certain education; amending s. 101.043, F.S.; requiring certain electors be given a provisional ballot; amending s. 101.6921, F.S.; revising the voter's certificate; amending s. 101.6923, F.S.; revising the instructions that a supervisor of elections must enclose with certain vote-by-mail ballots; amending s. 322.141, F.S.; requiring certain licenses and identification cards to denote certain individuals as noncitizens; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Berny Jacques (R)*, Chase Tramont (R)*, Shane Abbott (R), Webster Barnaby (R), Kim Kendall (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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AR bill #SB230 • Last Action 03/04/2025
To Repeal The Arkansas Trust Institutions Act; And To Create The Arkansas Trust Institutions Act Of 2025.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the existing Arkansas Trust Institutions Act and creates a new Arkansas Trust Institutions Act of 2025, comprehensively reorganizing and updating the state's laws governing trust companies. The bill restructures the existing law into 12 subchapters covering general provisions, supervision, enforcement, organization, permissible activities, acquisition of control, mergers and asset sales, trust offices, trust institutions' operations, private trust companies, and liquidation. Key changes include more detailed definitions, updated provisions for establishing and operating state trust companies, clearer rules for out-of-state trust institutions establishing offices in Arkansas, expanded guidelines for trust company activities, and more comprehensive regulations for private trust companies. The bill maintains most of the substantive provisions of the existing law while improving organizational clarity, updating terminology, and providing more detailed regulatory guidance for trust companies operating in Arkansas. The reorganization aims to provide a more comprehensive and modern framework for trust institutions in the state, with enhanced provisions for oversight, governance, and operational standards.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO REPEAL THE ARKANSAS TRUST INSTITUTIONS ACT; TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS TRUST INSTITUTIONS ACT OF 2025; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Justin Boyd (R)*, Brandon Achor (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 27
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB230 is now Act 237
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NM bill #HB205 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Cyfd Nominating Committee
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive set of changes to child welfare services and oversight in New Mexico, focusing on several key areas. First, it creates a new Nominating Committee for the Secretary of Children, Youth and Families, which will be responsible for identifying and submitting a list of qualified nominees for the secretary position, ensuring a more structured and transparent selection process. The bill also moves the rulemaking authority for the Plan of Care process from the Children, Youth and Families Department to the Health Care Authority and updates requirements for plans of care for substance-exposed newborns. Additionally, the bill requires the Children, Youth and Families Department to implement the Multilevel Response System statewide and develop a strategic plan for foster care prevention services that meets federal Family First Prevention Services Act requirements. The legislation transfers the Substitute Care Advisory Council from the Regulation and Licensing Department to the Administrative Office of the Courts, establishes new definitions and case review processes, and provides detailed guidelines for volunteer member participation and confidentiality. The bill aims to improve child welfare services, enhance oversight, and ensure more comprehensive and coordinated support for children and families at risk.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE; CREATING THE SECRETARY OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES NOMINATING COMMITTEE; REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES TO BE SELECTED FROM A LIST OF QUALIFIED NOMINEES CREATED BY THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE; MOVING RULEMAKING AUTHORITY FOR THE PLAN OF CARE PROCESS FROM THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO THE HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY; UPDATING REQUIREMENTS FOR PLANS OF CARE; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO IMPLEMENT THE MULTILEVEL RESPONSE SYSTEM STATEWIDE; ENACTING THE FAMILIES FIRST ACT WITHIN THE CHILDREN'S CODE; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR APPROVAL BY THE FEDERAL ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES; REQUIRING PROVISIONS OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN TO IDENTIFY AND PROVIDE FOSTER CARE PREVENTION SERVICES THAT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE FEDERAL FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION SERVICES ACT; PROVIDING FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT CONSULTATION WITH THE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE DEPARTMENT, THE HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; PROVIDING STRATEGIC PLAN REQUIREMENTS; TRANSFERRING THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL FROM THE REGULATION AND LICENSING DEPARTMENT TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS; DEFINING TERMS IN THE CITIZEN SUBSTITUTE CARE REVIEW ACT; PROVIDING FOR STAFFING OF THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL; ESTABLISHING CRITERIA FOR CASE REVIEW; PROVIDING FOR RULES PERTAINING TO VOLUNTEER MEMBERS; PROVIDING ACCESS TO AND REQUIREMENTS FOR CONFIDENTIALITY OF CERTAIN RECORDS AND INFORMATION; CHANGING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS; REQUIRING THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL TO PROVIDE THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT WITH CASE REPORTS; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO RESPOND TO CASE REPORTS; REQUIRING THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL STAFF AND THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO MEET QUARTERLY; TRANSFERRING EMPLOYEES, PROPERTY AND CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Gail Armstrong (R)*, Eleanor Chávez (D)*, Meredith Dixon (D), Rebecca Dow (R), Joshua Hernandez (R), Linda Trujillo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Sent to SJC - Referrals: SJC
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MS bill #HB927 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Midwifery; provide for licensure and regulation of.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive legal framework for licensing and regulating professional midwifery in Mississippi, creating a State Board of Licensed Midwifery to oversee the profession. The bill defines professional midwifery as primary maternity care for low-risk women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum periods, emphasizing a patient-centered approach that views birth as a normal physiological process. Licensed midwives will be permitted to provide care in community settings, with specific practice parameters that include consulting with other healthcare providers and referring clients to higher levels of care when necessary. The bill creates a nine-member board responsible for developing licensing requirements, educational standards, and disciplinary procedures, and establishes that midwives cannot perform surgical procedures beyond episiotomies or perineal repairs. The legislation also requires health insurance plans to provide coverage for midwifery services at the same rate as physician services, starting January 1, 2026, and aims to increase access to midwifery care while preserving parental choice in childbirth. Importantly, the bill explicitly states that midwifery is a distinct profession and not the practice of medicine, and seeks to address Mississippi's challenges with maternal and infant health outcomes by integrating professional midwives into the state's healthcare system.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Provide For The Licensure And Regulation Of Professional Midwifery; To Provide Definitions For The Purpose Of The Act; To Provide Exceptions To The Applicability Of The Act; To Provide The Scope Of Practice For Licensed Midwives; To Provide Mandatory Procedures For Licensed Midwives; To Prohibit Licensed Midwives From Certain Actions; To Create The State Board Of Licensed Midwifery And Provide For Its Composition, Appointment And Powers And Duties; To Require The Board To Promulgate Rules Not Later Than July 1, 2026; To Require A License From The Board To Practice Professional Midwifery; To Provide For The Issuance Of Temporary Permits To Practice Pending Qualification For Licensure; To Provide Exemptions From Licensure For Certain Persons; To Provide For The Confidentiality Of Information Maintained By The Board; To Provide Immunity For Certain Actions; To Provide Penalties For Violations Of This Act; To Prohibit Terminology In Any Health Coverage Plan, Policy Or Contract That Is Discriminatory Against Professional Midwifery; To Require Health Coverage Plans That Provide Maternity Benefits To Provide Coverage For Services Rendered By A Licensed Midwife; To Provide Whenever A Health Coverage Plan Provides For Reimbursement Of Any Services That Are Within The Lawful Scope Of Practice Of Licensed Midwives, The Person Entitled To Benefits Under The Plan Shall Be Entitled To Reimbursement For The Services, Whether The Services Are Performed By A Physician Or A Licensed Midwife; To Require The State Department Of Health To Develop And Institute A Safe Perinatal Transfer Certification For The Facilities That It Regulates; To Amend Section 73-25-33, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That The Practice Of Midwifery Is Not Considered To Be The Practice Of Medicine; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Dana McLean (R)*, Zakiya Summers (D)*, Grace Butler-Washington (D)*, Timaka James-Jones (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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FL bill #S0308 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Injunctions for Protection in Cases of Repeat or Serious Violence
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands Florida's legal framework for injunctions of protection by replacing the term "repeat violence" with "repeat or serious violence" and broadening the definition of what constitutes such violence. Specifically, the bill defines repeat or serious violence as: two incidents of violence or stalking within 6 months; one act causing bodily injury to the petitioner; or a death threat against the petitioner. The legislation modifies numerous sections of Florida law to incorporate this new definition, affecting areas such as firearm licensing, criminal procedure, court records, and protection order enforcement. The bill aims to provide broader protections for victims by creating more comprehensive legal mechanisms to prevent and address repeated or serious violent behavior. Key changes include allowing individuals to seek protective injunctions more easily, updating various legal references to reflect the new terminology, and ensuring that law enforcement and court systems have clear guidelines for handling cases involving repeat or serious violence. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies and courts time to prepare for the implementation of these new provisions.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to injunctions for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence; amending s. 784.046, F.S.; replacing the term “repeat violence” with the term “repeat or serious violence”; defining the term “repeat or serious violence”; expanding the grounds for an existing cause of action for an injunction of protection to include serious violence in addition to repeat violence; revising the name of an existing cause of action to an injunction for protection in cases of repeat or serious violence, rather than in cases of repeat violence; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 44.407, 61.1825, 119.0714, 394.4597, 394.4598, 741.2901, 741.30, 741.313, 784.047, 784.048, 790.06, 790.065, 934.03, and 943.05, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 28.2221(8)(a), (c), and (d), 61.1827(1), 741.311(2), 741.315(2), 790.401(2)(e) and (3)(c), 901.15(6), 901.41(5), 921.141(6)(p), 921.1425(7)(j), and 934.425(3), F.S., relating to electronic access to official records, identifying information concerning applicants for and recipients of child support services, Hope Card Program for persons issued orders of protection, recognition of foreign protection orders, risk protection orders, when arrest by a law enforcement officer without a warrant is lawful, prearrest diversion programs, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital felonies, aggravating factors relating to a sentence of death or life imprisonment for capital sexual battery, and installation or use of tracking devices or tracking applications, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 784.046, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Barbara Sharief (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S1050 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Agency for Persons with Disabilities
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill transfers primary powers and responsibilities for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Division of Blind Services, and the Federal Rehabilitation Trust Fund from the Department of Education to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities. The transfer will occur through a "type two transfer" with a transition period between July 1, 2025, and October 1, 2027. Key provisions include establishing the Agency for Persons with Disabilities as the single state agency for individuals with disabilities, creating a new Adult Pathways Home and Community-based Services Medicaid waiver program, and establishing statewide and local family care councils to advise the agency. The bill renames Chapter 393 from "Developmental Disabilities" to "Persons with Disabilities" and outlines the agency's mission to support individuals with disabilities in living, learning, and working within their communities. The transition will involve transferring existing contracts, personnel, property, and funding, with the goal of minimizing disruption to services. The bill also makes numerous conforming changes to update references across Florida statutes to reflect the agency's new role and responsibilities.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities; renaming ch. 393, F.S., as “Persons with Disabilities”; providing for a type two transfer of primary powers and duties relating to the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Division of Blind Services, and the Federal Rehabilitation Trust Fund from the Department of Education to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities; specifying that certain binding contracts and interagency agreements remain binding; providing that the Department of Education shall continue operations of certain direct-support organizations for a specified timeframe; providing for the transition of such operations; requiring the transfer of specified funds; transferring duties related to submission of specified amendments, supplemental information, or waivers to the Federal Government; providing for a type two transfer of certain programs of the department to the agency; providing legislative intent; directing applicable units of state government to contribute to implementation of the act; specifying a transition period; requiring the secretary of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities and the Commissioner of Education to each designate a transition coordinator to implement the transition; providing for the establishment of a transition advisory working group; specifying duties of the working group; requiring that any adjustments to the operating budgets be made in consultation with the appropriate committees of the Legislature; amending s. 20.15, F.S.; removing specified divisions from the Department of Education; amending s. 20.197, F.S.; designating the Agency for Persons with Disabilities as a separate department rather than as being housed within the Department of Children and Families; providing the purposes of the agency; providing that the head of the agency is the secretary of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities, rather than the director; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 20.1971, F.S.; requiring the agency to administer the Federal Rehabilitation Trust Fund; providing requirements for the use of specified funds; providing that any unexpended balance at a specified time to remain in such trust fund for certain purpose; making technical changes; amending s. 393.062, F.S.; providing and revising legislative findings and intent; providing the mission of the agency; creating s. 393.0621, F.S.; providing agency duties and responsibilities; amending s. 393.063, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 393.065, F.S.; requiring the agency to participate in certain transition planning activities for certain eligible individuals; creating s. 393.0664, F.S.; requiring the agency to implement a specified Medicaid waiver program to address the needs of certain clients; providing the purpose of the program; authorizing the agency, in partnership with the Agency for Health Care Administration, to seek federal approval through a state plan amendment or Medicaid waiver to implement the program by a specified date; providing voluntary enrollment, eligibility, and disenrollment requirements; requiring the agency to approve a needs assessment methodology; providing that only persons trained by the agency may administer the methodology; requiring the agency to offer such training; requiring the agency to authorize certain covered services specified in the Medicaid waiver; providing requirements for such services; requiring the agency to begin enrollment in the program upon federal approval; providing construction; requiring the agency, in consultation with the Agency for Health Care Administration, to submit progress reports to the Governor and the Legislature upon federal approval and throughout implementation of the program; requiring the agency to submit, by a specified date, a progress report on the administration of the program; specifying requirements for the report; amending s. 393.502, F.S.; creating the statewide family care council for specified purposes; specifying duties of the statewide council; creating local family care councils for specified purposes; requiring the statewide council to submit annual reports to the agency by a specified date; providing requirements for the reports; requiring local councils to submit annual reports to the statewide council; providing requirements for the reports; specifying duties of the local councils; providing for funding and financial reviews of the councils; revising membership requirements and meeting requirements for the councils; creating s. 413.001, F.S.; providing legislative intent for and purpose of the agency; amending s. 413.271, F.S.; revising membership of a specified council; amending ss. 90.6063, 110.112, 215.311, 257.04, 318.21, 320.0848, 393.13, 394.75, 402.56, 409.9855, 410.604, 413.011, 413.0111, 413.033, 413.035, 413.036, 413.037, 413.051, 413.091, 413.092, 413.20, 413.201, 413.203, 413.402, 413.405, 413.407, 413.445, 413.615, 413.80, 413.801, 427.012, 943.0585, 943.059, 1002.394, 1003.575, 1004.6495, and 1012.582, F.S.; conforming provisions and cross-references to changes made by the act; providing an effective date. WHEREAS, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities serves as the primary agency administering support to all individuals with disabilities in living, learning, and working within their communities by creating multiple pathways to possibilities for such individuals and their families, and WHEREAS, the agency accomplishes its mission by streamlining access to support and services for individuals with disabilities, providing care navigation to assist them in realizing their potential and thriving in their communities; programs that provide Medicaid waivers, vocational rehabilitation, and blind services; the Florida Unique Abilities Partner Program; and a host of other necessary supports and services, and WHEREAS, the mission of the agency is to develop community based programs and services for individuals with disabilities and to work with private businesses, nonprofit organizations, units of local government, and other organizations capable of providing needed services to individuals with disabilities to provide opportunities for success to such individuals, and WHEREAS, this state continues to develop multiple innovative pathways to serve individuals with disabilities and their families, including advancing the continuum of care to provide a robust and consistent system that promotes quality of life in daily living, community integration, and goal-based achievement, NOW, THEREFORE,
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jennifer Bradley (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #S0840 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Municipal Clerks
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adds new protections to Florida's public records law by creating a public records exemption for personal identifying and location information of municipal clerks and their staff, as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill would make exempt from public disclosure the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current municipal clerks and their staff (including elections filing officers, records management liaison officers, and deputy or assistant municipal clerks), along with similar information about their family members. The rationale for this exemption, as explained in the bill, is that municipal clerks often handle sensitive information and perform critical administrative functions, and some staff may be exposed to potential threats due to their work involving investigations or legal enforcement. The exemption is designed to protect these employees' safety by keeping their personal information private. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review, with the exemption set to automatically repeal on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature votes to continue it. The exemption would apply to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date and would take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; providing a public records exemption for personal identifying and location information of current municipal clerks and their staff and the personal identifying and location information of the spouses and children of such municipal clerks and their staff; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemptions; providing for retroactive application of the exemptions; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ana Maria Rodriguez (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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OK bill #HB2163 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Open records; public access counselor; review; subpoena; Attorney General; binding opinion; advisory opinion; emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new Public Access Counselor Unit within the Oklahoma Attorney General's Office to help resolve open records request disputes. Under the new law, individuals who have been denied access to public records can file a review request with the Public Access Counselor within 30 calendar days of the denial, with specific requirements for documentation. The Public Access Counselor will review the request and forward it to the public body, which must respond within seven business days. The Attorney General will then issue an advisement within 60 calendar days, either recommending compliance with the Open Records Act or explaining why no further action is needed. If the public body follows the Attorney General's advice, it is immune from liability. The bill also allows the Attorney General to issue advisory opinions to public bodies about open records compliance and permits parties to file suit in district court if necessary. Additionally, the bill modifies the Attorney General's duties to explicitly include investigating and prosecuting civil or criminal actions related to violations of the Oklahoma Open Records Act and Open Meetings Act. The legislation includes provisions to prevent frivolous requests and protects certain documents and communications related to the review process from public disclosure, with an emergency clause making the law effective immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to open records; creating the Public Access Counselor within the Office of the Attorney General; allowing certain persons to file review of denial of open records requests with the Public Access Counselor; providing instructions for filing; prohibiting filings made for a commercial purpose; establishing procedures for review of requests; directing Public Access Counselor to notify public body; requiring certain furnishing of records; permitting subpoena by the Attorney General; prohibiting disclosure of certain protected information; allowing public body chance to respond to request; directing for binding opinion to be made within time frame; permitting Attorney General to choose other means for resolving review requests; permitting parties to file in district court; directing for notification of certain proceedings; permitting the Attorney General to issue advisory opinions to public bodies regarding compliance; exempting certain failures to comply made under good faith; 74 O.S. 2021, Section 18b, as last amended by Section 170, Chapter 452, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 18b), which relates to duties of the Attorney General; modifying duties related to violations of the Oklahoma Open Records Act and the Oklahoma Open Meetings Act; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Pfeiffer (R)*, Brent Howard (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Authored by Senator Howard (principal Senate author)
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FL bill #S0814 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Weapons or Firearms at School-sponsored Events or on School Property
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Florida's laws regarding weapons and firearms at schools and on school property, making several key changes. The bill shifts the language from "possessing" to "storing" firearms or weapons at school-sponsored events or on school property, and explicitly allows people to carry firearms on college or university properties, including dormitories and residence halls. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that allows colleges and universities to request authorization from the Department of Law Enforcement to designate specific campus facilities or areas as sensitive locations where concealed weapons are prohibited during sporting or athletic events, provided they submit a comprehensive security plan. The definition of "school" is narrowed to include only public preschools, elementary schools, middle schools, junior high schools, secondary schools, and career centers. The bill also includes numerous technical amendments to cross-reference this change in various other sections of Florida law, ensuring consistency across statutes related to criminal history, background screening, and juvenile justice. These modifications aim to provide clearer guidelines about weapon possession in educational settings while offering more flexibility for firearms on college campuses. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to weapons or firearms at school sponsored events or on school property; amending s. 790.115, F.S.; prohibiting persons from storing, rather than possessing, firearms or weapons at a school-sponsored event or on the property of any school, school bus, or school bus stop; authorizing persons to carry firearms on the property of any college or university; revising the definition of the term “school”; providing that the Department of Law Enforcement may authorize a college or university, while hosting or sponsoring a sporting or athletic event, to designate a campus facility or area as a sensitive location in which the possession of a concealed weapon or a concealed firearm is prohibited; requiring the college or university to submit a security plan to the department to receive such authorization; requiring the department to create and make publicly available a certain electronic form on its website; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 790.06, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; reenacting ss. 397.417(4)(e), 420.6241(4)(b), 435.04(2)(y), 790.251(7)(a), 921.0022(3)(d), 943.051(3)(b), 943.0585(1)(d), 943.059(1)(b), 985.11(1)(b), and 985.557(1)(a), F.S., relating to background screening for peer specialists, background screening for persons with lived experience, Level 2 screening standards, protection of the right to keep and bear arms in motor vehicles for self-defense and other lawful purposes, level 4 of the offense severity ranking chart, fingerprinting of minors, court-ordered expunction of criminal history records, court-ordered sealing of criminal history records, fingerprinting and photographing of children, and discretionary direct filing of an information, respectively, to incorporate the amendment made to s. 790.115, F.S., in references thereto; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Randy Fine (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0055 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub. Rec./Sales of Ammunition
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida Statute 790.065 to extend confidentiality protections to records related to ammunition purchases, similar to existing protections for firearm purchases. Specifically, the bill makes records containing information about buyers or transferees of ammunition who are not legally prohibited from receiving such items confidential and exempt from public records disclosure requirements. The bill includes a sunset provision that will automatically repeal these confidentiality protections on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts them. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such information could potentially lead to harassment of law-abiding citizens exercising their Second Amendment rights, drawing parallels to existing protections for firearm ownership records. The bill's effective date is contingent upon the passage of a related bill (HB 53) in the same legislative session. The confidentiality applies to records created by the Department of Law Enforcement during criminal history background checks, which must be destroyed within 48 hours after responding to a licensee's request.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 790.065, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records containing certain information pertaining to a buyer or transferee who is not found to be prohibited from receipt or transfer of ammunition; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/16/2024
• Added: 12/17/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Daley (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 12/16/2024
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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FL bill #S1256 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Motor Vehicle Insurance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms Florida's motor vehicle insurance laws by repealing the state's existing No-Fault Insurance Law and replacing it with a new financial responsibility framework. Here is a summary of the key provisions: This bill eliminates Florida's current Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance requirements, effective July 1, 2026, and replaces them with a new mandatory bodily injury and property damage liability insurance system. Beginning July 1, 2026, all motor vehicle owners will be required to maintain liability insurance with minimum coverage limits of $25,000 for bodily injury to one person, $50,000 for bodily injury to multiple persons, and $10,000 for property damage. Drivers can meet these requirements through traditional insurance policies, self-insurance, or other approved methods. The bill also updates various related statutes to remove references to the old no-fault system and integrate the new liability coverage requirements. Insurers must provide notice to policyholders about these changes by April 1, 2026, explaining the elimination of PIP coverage and the new mandatory liability coverage. The bill allows existing policies to continue until they are renewed, canceled, or nonrenewed after July 1, 2026, and provides mechanisms for policyholders to adjust their coverage. Additionally, the legislation includes provisions to combat insurance fraud, update insurance reporting requirements, and make technical changes across multiple sections of Florida's insurance and motor vehicle statutes.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to motor vehicle insurance; repealing ss. 627.730, 627.731, 627.7311, 627.732, 627.733, 627.734, 627.736, 627.737, 627.739, 627.7401, 627.7403, and 627.7405, F.S., which comprise the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; repealing s. 627.7407, F.S., relating to application of the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law; amending s. 316.2122, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 316.646, F.S.; revising a requirement for proof of security on a motor vehicle and the applicability of the requirement; amending s. 318.18, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.02, F.S.; revising the motor vehicle insurance coverages that an applicant must show to register certain vehicles with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising construction; amending s. 320.0609, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 320.27, F.S.; defining the term “garage liability insurance”; revising garage liability insurance requirements for motor vehicle dealer license applicants; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; making technical changes; amending s. 320.771, F.S.; revising garage liability insurance requirements for recreational vehicle dealer license applicants; amending ss. 322.251 and 322.34, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.011, F.S.; revising legislative purpose and intent; amending s. 324.021, F.S.; revising definitions; revising minimum coverage requirements for proof of financial responsibility for specified motor vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; defining the term “for-hire passenger transportation vehicle”; amending s. 324.022, F.S.; revising minimum liability coverage requirements for motor vehicle owners or operators; revising authorized methods for meeting such requirements; deleting a provision relating to an insurer’s duty to defend certain claims; revising the vehicles that are excluded from the definition of the term “motor vehicle”; providing security requirements for certain excluded vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.0221, F.S.; revising coverages that subject a policy to certain insurer reporting and notice requirements; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 324.0222, F.S.; providing that driver license or motor vehicle registration suspensions for failure to maintain required security which are in effect before a specified date remain in full force and effect; authorizing drivers to reinstate suspended licenses or registrations as provided in a specified section; amending s. 324.023, F.S.; conforming cross references; amending s. 324.031, F.S.; specifying a method of proving financial responsibility by owners or operators of motor vehicles other than for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; revising the required and maximum amounts of a certificate of deposit required to elect a certain method of proof of financial responsibility; revising liability coverage requirements for a person electing to use such method; amending s. 324.032, F.S.; revising financial responsibility requirements for owners or lessees of for-hire passenger transportation vehicles; amending s. 324.051, F.S.; making technical changes; specifying that motorcycles are included in the definition of the term “motor vehicles” for purposes of the section; amending ss. 324.071 and 324.091, F.S.; making technical changes; amending s. 324.151, F.S.; revising requirements for motor vehicle liability policies relating to coverage, and exclusion from coverage, for certain drivers and vehicles; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; making technical changes; defining terms; amending s. 324.161, F.S.; revising requirements for a certificate of deposit that is required if a person elects a certain method of proving financial responsibility; amending s. 324.171, F.S.; revising the minimum net worth requirements to qualify certain persons as self-insurers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.242, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 324.251, F.S.; revising a short title and an effective date; amending s. 400.9905, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “clinic”; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 400.991 and 400.9935, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 409.901, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “third-party benefit”; amending s. 409.910, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “medical coverage”; amending s. 456.057, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 456.072, F.S.; revising specified grounds for discipline for certain health professions; defining the term “upcode”; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 626.9541, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; revising certain prohibited acts related to specified insurance coverage payment requirements; amending s. 626.989, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “fraudulent insurance act”; amending s. 627.06501, F.S.; revising coverages that may provide for a reduction in motor vehicle insurance policy premium charges under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; specifying requirements for rate filings for motor vehicle liability policies that implement requirements in effect on a specified date; requiring that such filings be approved through a certain process; amending s. 627.0652, F.S.; revising coverages that must provide for a reduction in premium charges under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.0653, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to premium discounts for specified motor vehicle equipment; amending s. 627.4132, F.S.; revising coverages that are subject to a stacking prohibition; amending s. 627.4137, F.S.; requiring insurers to disclose certain information at the request of a claimant’s attorney; authorizing a claimant to file an action under certain circumstances; providing for the award of reasonable attorney fees and costs under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.7263, F.S.; revising coverages that are deemed primary, except under certain circumstances, for the lessor of a motor vehicle for lease or rent; revising a notice that is required if the lessee’s coverage is to be primary; amending s. 627.727, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; revising the legal liability of an uninsured motorist coverage insurer; amending s. 627.7275, F.S.; revising required coverages for a motor vehicle insurance policy; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 627.7278, F.S.; defining the term “minimum security requirements”; providing a prohibition, requirements, applicability, and construction relating to motor vehicle insurance policies as of a certain date; requiring insurers to allow certain insureds to make certain coverage changes, subject to certain conditions; requiring an insurer to provide, by a specified date, a specified notice to policyholders relating to requirements under the act; amending s. 627.728, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7295, F.S.; revising the definitions of the terms “policy” and “binder”; revising the coverages of a motor vehicle insurance policy for which a licensed general lines agent may charge a specified fee; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.7415, F.S.; revising additional liability insurance requirements for commercial motor vehicles; amending s. 627.747, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.748, F.S.; revising insurance requirements for transportation network company drivers; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; conforming cross-references; amending ss. 627.7483 and 627.749, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 627.8405, F.S.; revising the products and the policy for which a premium finance company may not finance costs when sold in combination with an accidental death and dismemberment policy; revising rulemaking authority of the Financial Services Commission; amending ss. 627.915, 628.909, 705.184, and 713.78, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 817.234, F.S.; revising coverages that are the basis of specified prohibited false and fraudulent insurance claims; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; deleting provisions relating to prohibited changes in certain mental or physical reports; providing an appropriation; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Erin Grall (R)*, Darryl Rouson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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FL bill #H0769 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pub Rec./Practice of Veterinary Medicine
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida law to extend existing privacy protections for veterinarians to also cover veterinary technicians during professional licensing investigations. Specifically, the bill makes medical reports and other sensitive personal information about licensed veterinary technicians confidential and exempt from public disclosure requirements until probable cause is found and an administrative complaint is issued. The legislation requires veterinary technicians to consent to providing handwriting samples and medical reports during lawful investigations, similar to existing requirements for veterinarians. The bill's rationale is to protect the personal privacy of veterinary technicians and safeguard sensitive health information, ensuring that private medical details are not publicly disclosed prematurely. The bill draws parallels to existing privacy protections, such as those outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and emphasizes the potential harm that could result from unauthorized disclosure of personal medical information. The bill's implementation is contingent on the passage of related legislation (HB 767) in the same legislative session.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 474.2185, F.S.; providing an exemption from public records requirements for records relating to licensed veterinary technicians until specified criteria are met; providing a statement of public necessity; providing a contingent effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Temple (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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UT bill #HB0082 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Law Enforcement Modifications
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for managing "Brady material" related to peace officers, which is potential impeachment information about an officer that might be disclosed during a criminal prosecution. The legislation defines key terms and creates requirements for prosecution agencies regarding how they track and disclose such information. Under the bill, prosecution agencies may use a "Brady identification system" to manage this material but are not required to do so. If a prosecution agency decides to place a peace officer on such a system, they must provide the officer with written notice, copies of evidence, and an opportunity to dispute the placement, with an exception for cases involving a criminal conviction. The bill also mandates that law enforcement agencies cannot take employment actions (like demotion or termination) solely based on an officer's placement in a Brady identification system, though they can use the underlying facts for disciplinary purposes. Additionally, officers are required to disclose their Brady identification system placement when subpoenaed, and law enforcement agency leadership must investigate allegations involving Brady material. The bill includes protections for peace officers' due process rights and ensures that information in Brady identification systems remains confidential. The legislation will take effect on May 7, 2025, and includes provisions for officers placed on such systems before that date to request a review.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses due process rights for peace officers in certain circumstances.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2025
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Matt Gwynn (R)*, Mike McKell (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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FL bill #S0746 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Public Records/Medical Examiners
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Florida's public records law to provide a new exemption for medical examiners, their spouses, and children. Specifically, the bill defines a "medical examiner" as any district, associate, or substitute medical examiner acting under Chapter 406, including their employees, deputies, or agents. The bill exempts the home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of current and former medical examiners from public records requirements. This exemption also covers the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of their spouses and children, as well as the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The Legislature justifies this exemption by arguing that releasing such personal information could pose security risks, compromise the ability of medical examiners to perform their duties, and potentially disrupt the operation of medical examiners' offices. The exemption is subject to future legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reenacts it. The bill aims to protect the personal privacy and safety of medical examiners and their families by preventing the public disclosure of their sensitive personal information.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records; amending s. 119.071, F.S.; defining the term “medical examiner”; providing an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former medical examiners and the spouses and children of such medical examiners; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing for retroactive application; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Clay Yarborough (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduced
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MS bill #SB2677 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Pharmacy Benefit Prompt Pay Act; define requirements for pharmacy benefit managers and pharmacy services administrative organizations.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Pharmacy Benefit Prompt Pay Act, proposes comprehensive reforms to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and pharmacy services administrative organizations (PSAOs) in Mississippi. The bill requires PBMs and PSAOs to be licensed by the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy and introduces several key provisions to increase transparency and fairness in pharmacy operations. These include mandating prompt payment of pharmacy claims (within 7 days for electronic claims and 35 days for paper claims), prohibiting spread pricing (where PBMs charge health plans more than they reimburse pharmacies), and preventing PBMs from steering patients to affiliate pharmacies or retaliating against pharmacies that challenge reimbursement rates. The bill also requires drug manufacturers and health insurers to submit detailed quarterly and annual reports to the Board of Pharmacy about drug pricing, rebates, and prescription trends. Additionally, the legislation establishes an administrative appeals process for pharmacies to challenge reimbursement rates and protects pharmacies from being penalized for exercising their rights. The bill includes provisions for monetary penalties for non-compliance and creates a public website to publish reported information, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and automatically repealed on June 30, 2028.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 73-21-151, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Reference New Sections In The Pharmacy Benefit Prompt Pay Act; To Amend Section 73-21-153, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define New Terms And Revise The Definitions Of Existing Terms Under The Pharmacy Benefit Prompt Pay Act; To Amend Section 73-21-155, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require A Pharmacy Benefit Manager To Make Prompt Payment To A Pharmacy; To Amend Section 73-21-156, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Pharmacy Benefit Managers To Provide A Reasonable Administrative Appeal Procedure To Allow Pharmacies To Challenge A Reimbursement For A Specific Drug Or Drugs As Being Below The Reimbursement Rate Required By The Preceding Provision; To Provide That If The Appeal Is Upheld, The Pharmacy Benefit Manager Shall Make The Change In The Payment To The Required Reimbursement Rate; To Amend Section 73-21-157, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require A Pharmacy Services Administrative Organization (psao) To Be Licensed With The Mississippi Board Of Pharmacy; To Require A Psao To Provide To A Pharmacy Or Pharmacist A Copy Of Any Contract Entered Into On Behalf Of The Pharmacy Or Pharmacist By The Psao; To Create New Section 73-21-158, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit A Pharmacy Benefit Manager, Psao, Carrier Or Health Plan From Spread Pricing; To Amend Section 73-21-161, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit A Pharmacy Benefit Manager Or Pharmacy Benefit Manager Affiliates From Ordering A Patient To Use A Specific Pharmacy Or Pharmacies, Including An Affiliate Pharmacy; Offering Or Implementing Plan Designs That Penalize A Patient When A Patient Chooses Not To Use A Particular Pharmacy, Including An Affiliate Pharmacy; Advertising Or Promoting A Pharmacy, Including An Affiliate Pharmacy, Over Another In-network Pharmacy; Creating Network Or Engaging In Practices That Exclude An In-network Pharmacy; Engaging In A Practice That Attempts To Limit The Distribution Of A Prescription Drug To Certain Pharmacies; Interfering With The Patient's Right To Choose The Patient's Pharmacy Or Provider Of Choice; To Provide That This Section Does Not Apply To Facilities Licensed To Fill Prescriptions Solely For Employees Of A Plan Sponsor Or Employer; To Create New Section 73-21-162, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit Pharmacy Benefit Managers, Pharmacy Benefit Manager Affiliates And Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations (psaos) From Penalizing Or Retaliating Against A Pharmacist, Pharmacy Or Pharmacy Employee For Exercising Any Rights Under This Act, Initiating Any Judicial Or Regulatory Actions, Or Appearing Before Any Governmental Agency, Legislative Member Or Body Or Any Judicial Authority; To Amend Section 73-21-163, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Board Of Pharmacy, For The Purposes Of Conducting Investigations, To Conduct Examinations Of A Pharmacy Benefit Manager Or Psao And To Issue Subpoenas To Obtain Documents Or Records That It Deems Relevant To The Investigation; To Create New Section 73-21-165, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Each Drug Manufacturer To Submit A Report To The Board Of Pharmacy That Includes The Current Wholesale Acquisition Cost; To Require Such Entities To Provide The Board Of Pharmacy With Various Drug Pricing Information Within A Certain Time; To Require Pharmacy Benefit Managers And Psaos To File A Report With The Board Of Pharmacy; To Require Each Health Insurer To Submit A Report To The Board Of Pharmacy That Includes Certain Drug Prescription Information; To Create New Section 73-21-167, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Board Of Pharmacy To Develop A Website To Publish Information Related To The Act; To Create New Section 73-21-169, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require Pharmacy Benefit Managers And Psaos To Identify Ownership Affiliation Of Any Kind To The Board Of Pharmacy; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 17 : Rita Parks (R)*, Neil Whaley (R)*, Angela Hill (R)*, Chuck Younger (R)*, David Parker (R)*, Bart Williams (R)*, Andy Berry (R)*, Lydia Chassaniol (R)*, Tyler McCaughn (R)*, Briggs Hopson (R)*, Kevin Blackwell (R)*, Michael McLendon (R)*, Brian Rhodes (R)*, Jason Barrett (R)*, Nicole Boyd (R)*, Albert Butler (D)*, Mike Seymour (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2821 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Law Enforcement Anti-Doxxing Act of 2025; exempt certain private information from the MS Public Records Act.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Mississippi Public Records Act to provide additional privacy protections for law enforcement officers, criminal investigators, judges, district attorneys, and their immediate family members by exempting certain personal information from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill prohibits the public release of home addresses, privately paid telephone numbers, and other private contact information for these professionals, including those from federal and state agencies operating in Mississippi. The legislation requires public bodies to redact such information upon request and provides a standardized request process for affected individuals. The bill expands the definition of covered professionals to include federal and state law enforcement officers conducting operations in the state, and creates a mechanism for proactively protecting personal information that could potentially expose these professionals or their families to harassment or safety risks. The law, to be known as the "Law Enforcement Anti-Doxxing Act of 2025," will take effect on July 1, 2025, and maintains existing provisions related to investigative reports and other confidential information while specifically focusing on protecting personal contact details of law enforcement and judicial professionals.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create The "law Enforcement Anti-doxxing Act Of 2025"; To Amend Section 25-61-12, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exempt From The Mississippi Public Records Act Certain Private Information Of Any Federal Or State Law Enforcement Officer, Judge Or District Attorney, Conducting An Operation In This State; To Require A Public Body, Upon Online Or Written Request, To Redact From Its Records Certain Private Information Of A Law Enforcement Officer, Criminal Investigator, Judge Or District Attorney, Or The Spouse Or Child Of The Law Enforcement Officer, Criminal Investigator, Judge Or District Attorney; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jeremy England (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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MS bill #SB2850 • Last Action 03/04/2025
Cigarettes and vape products; require Commissioner of Revenue to establish separate directories to regulate sales of.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for cigarettes and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) products in Mississippi, requiring manufacturers to obtain certification and be listed in state directories before selling their products in the state. For cigarettes, manufacturers must submit annual certifications to the Commissioner of Revenue by September 1st of each year, detailing their brand families, FDA orders, and other key information, and pay an associated fee. Beginning October 1, 2025, the Commissioner will maintain a public directory of approved cigarette manufacturers, and only cigarettes listed in this directory may be sold in the state. Similar requirements apply to ENDS products, with manufacturers needing to provide documentation of FDA marketing authorization or premarket tobacco product applications, and pay $500 per product for certification. The bill imposes significant penalties for selling uncertified products, including escalating monetary fines ($500-$1,500 per product per day), potential civil penalties, and potential legal actions by the Attorney General or district attorneys. Retailers, distributors, and wholesalers will be subject to at least two unannounced compliance checks annually, and manufacturers located outside the United States must appoint a registered agent in Mississippi. The legislation aims to regulate the sale of tobacco and nicotine products, protect consumers, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
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Bill Summary: An Act Relating To The Sale Of Cigarettes In Mississippi; To Define Certain Terms; To Require Each Cigarette Manufacturer Whose Cigarettes Are Sold In Mississippi To File An Annual Certification With The Commissioner Of Revenue Containing Specified Information About The Manufacturer And Its Cigarettes; To Require The Commissioner To Maintain A State Cigarette Directory Available To The Public On The Department Of Revenue's Website; To Prohibit The Sale Of A Manufacturer's Cigarettes If The Manufacturer Is Not Listed On The Directory; To Give Retailers And Importers, Distributors And Wholesalers An Opportunity To Dispose Of Their Cigarette Inventory That Is Not Authorized To Be Sold In The Directory Before The Inventory Is Seized; To Establish Civil Penalties For Retailers And Other Entities Selling Cigarettes That Are Not Included In The Directory; To Require Manufacturers To Have A Registered Agent In The State For Service Of Process; To Require Unannounced Compliance Checks By The Department Of Revenue; To Authorize The Commissioner Of Revenue To Promulgate Rules And Regulations, And To Use Fees And Penalties Collected, For The Administration And Enforcement Of This Act; To Require Annual Reports To The Legislature On The Status Of The State Cigarette Directory And Enforcement Activities; To Bring Forward Section 27-69-53, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Authorizes The Confiscation Of Cigarettes Not Having Stamps Affixed To The Package As Required Under The Tobacco Tax Law, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 27-69-55, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Establishes Procedures For The Seizure Of Certain Tobacco Products Under The Tobacco Tax Law, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Bring Forward Section 27-69-59, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provides For The Search And Seizure Of Illegally Sold Tobacco Products, For Purposes Of Possible Amendment; To Provide That, No Later Than September 1, 2025, Every Manufacturer Of An Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ends) Product That Is Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi Shall Execute And Deliver To The Commissioner Of Revenue A Certification That The Manufacturer Is Compliant With This Act And Federal Law; To Provide That The Information Submitted By The Manufacturer Is Considered Confidential Commercial Or Financial Information For Purposes Of The Mississippi Public Records Act Of 1983; To Provide That, Beginning On October 1, 2025, The Commissioner Shall Maintain And Make Publicly Available On The Department Of Revenue's Official Website A Directory That Lists All Ends Product Manufacturers, Brand Names, Categories, Product Names, And Flavors For Which Certification Forms Have Been Submitted And Approved By The Commissioner And Shall Require The Update Of The Directory At Least Monthly To Ensure Accuracy; To Require The Commissioner To Establish A Process To Provide Manufacturers, Licensed Retailers, Distributors, And Wholesalers Notice Of The Initial Publication Of The Directory And Changes Made To The Directory In The Prior Month; To Provide That Neither A Manufacturer Nor Its Ends Products Shall Be Included Or Retained In The Directory If The Commissioner Determines That The Manufacturer Failed To Provide A Complete And Accurate Certification And Provide Payment; To Provide That, After 30 Calendar Days Following Removal From The Directory, The Ends Product Of A Manufacturer Identified In The Notice Of Removal And Intended For Sale In Mississippi Are Subject To Seizure, Forfeiture, And Destruction, And Shall Not Be Purchased Or Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi; To Provide That, Beginning On October 1, 2025, Or On The Date That The Commissioner First Makes The Directory Available For Public Inspection On The Department Of Revenue's Website, Whichever Is Later, Ends Products Not Included In The Directory, Shall Not Be Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi, Either Directly Or Through An Importer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Retailer, Or Similar Intermediary Or Intermediaries; To Provide That Each Retailer Shall Have 60 Days From The Date That The Commissioner First Makes The Directory Available For Inspection On The Department's Website To Sell Products That Were In Its Inventory And Not Included In The Directory Or Remove Those Products From Inventory; To Provide That, After 60 Calendar Days Following Publication Of The Directory, Ends Products Not Listed In The Directory And Intended For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi Are Subject To Seizure, Forfeiture, And Destruction, And May Not Be Purchased Or Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi Except As Otherwise Provided; To Provide That A Manufacturer, Retailer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Or Importer Who Sells Or Offers For Sale An Ends Product For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi That Is Not Included In The Directory Shall Be Subject To A Criminal Penalty Of Not More Than $500.00 Per Day For Each Individual Ends Product Offered For Sale In Violation Of This Act, Which Shall Be Increased To At Least $750.00, But Not More Than $1,000.00, Per Product Per Day For A Second Violation In A 12-month Period, And To At Least $1,000.00, But Not More Than $1,500.00, Per Product Per Day For A Third Violation In A 12-month Period; To Provide That, For Subsequent Violations, The Attorney General Or District Attorney May Bring An Action In State Court To Prevent A Manufacturer, Retailer, Distributor, Wholesaler, Or Importer From Selling Or Offering To Sell An Ends Product That Is Not Included In The Directory; To Provide For Treble Penalties, Plus Any Other Penalty Provided By Law For The Sale, Possession, Or Furnishing Of A Controlled Substance, If The Ends Product Contains Any Controlled Substance That Causes The Recipient To Require Emergency Medical Care; To Provide That A Manufacturer Whose Ends Products Are Not Listed In The Directory And Who Causes The Products That Are Not Listed To Be Sold For Retail Sale Or Sale To A Consumer In Mississippi, Is Subject To A Civil Penalty Of $2,500.00 For Each Individual Ends Product Offered For Sale In Violation Of This Act; To Require A Manufacturer Located Outside Of The United States To Cause Each Of Its Importers Of Any Of Its Products To Be Sold In Mississippi To Appoint, And Continually Engage Without Interruption, The Services Of An Agent In The State; To Require A Manufacturer To Provide Written Notice To The Commissioner 30 Calendar Days Prior To The Termination Of The Authority Of An Agent; To Provide That Each Retailer, Distributor, And Wholesaler That Sells Or Distributes Ends Products In This State Shall Be Subject To At Least Two Unannounced Compliance Checks By The Department Of Revenue; To Provide That The Attorney General's Office Shall Also Have The Authority To Conduct Random, Unannounced Inspections At Locations Where Ends Products Are Sold To Ensure Compliance With This Act; To Provide That, Beginning On January 31, 2026, And Annually Thereafter, The Commissioner Shall Provide A Report To The Legislature That Contains Certain Information Related To The Registry; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 17 : Josh Harkins (R)*, Daniel Sparks (R)*, Nicole Boyd (R)*, Brice Wiggins (R)*, Joel Carter (R)*, Jeremy England (R)*, John Horhn (D)*, Joey Fillingane (R)*, Chuck Younger (R)*, Lydia Chassaniol (R)*, Walter Michel (R)*, Sarita Simmons (D)*, Bradford Blackmon (D)*, Rod Hickman (D)*, Sollie Norwood (D)*, Derrick Simmons (D)*, Reginald Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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VA bill #SB1439 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Acute psychiatric bed registry; patient privacy and data security, etc.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes and regulates an acute psychiatric bed registry in Virginia, creating a comprehensive, web-based system that collects and displays real-time information about available psychiatric beds in public and private facilities. The registry will help healthcare providers quickly identify appropriate facilities for temporarily detaining and treating individuals who meet emergency psychiatric care criteria. The bill requires all state facilities, community services boards, behavioral health authorities, and private inpatient providers to participate by updating bed availability information daily. A key provision is the creation of a Bed Registry Advisory Council, which will oversee the registry's operations, review data access requests, and ensure patient privacy and data security. The bill mandates that any contract for developing or administering the registry must include robust protections for patient information, in compliance with state and federal privacy laws like HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Furthermore, the bill creates a Freedom of Information Act exemption for the registry's data, ensuring that individual patient information remains confidential and can only be used for appropriate psychiatric care placement purposes.
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Bill Summary: Acute psychiatric bed registry; Bed Registry Advisory Council established; patient privacy and data security; Virginia Freedom of Information Act exemption. Requires the Commissioner of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services to include provisions for the protection of patient privacy and data security pursuant to state and federal law and regulations in contracts with private entities for the administration of the acute psychiatric bed registry. The bill requires the Commissioner to create the Bed Registry Advisory Council to advise the Commissioner and any such private entity on the administration of such registry and to review and approve requests for access to data from the registry. The bill also creates a Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) exemption for information submitted to such registry. This bill is identical to HB 1937.
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• Introduced: 01/18/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tara Durant (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 35
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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VA bill #SB1107 • Last Action 03/03/2025
FOIA; exclusion of certain information held by Department of Workforce Development and Advancement.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Virginia Freedom of Information Act to add a new exemption for certain confidential information held by the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement. Specifically, the bill allows the department to keep confidential proprietary or sensitive information supplied by private entities when that information is related to sponsoring, implementing, or operating apprenticeship programs or workforce development partnerships. The confidential information can include trade secrets, employee compensation details, financial statements, and revenue projections. However, the bill explicitly states that the names, contact information, program locations, and occupations of participating entities cannot be withheld. The exemption is designed to protect sensitive business information while still maintaining transparency about workforce development initiatives. The bill aims to encourage private sector participation in workforce programs by providing assurances that their confidential business information will be protected from public disclosure, which could potentially discourage companies from sharing detailed information with the department.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; exclusions; Department of Workforce Development and Advancement. Excludes from the mandatory disclosure requirements of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act certain information held by the Department of Workforce Development and Advancement, which includes any information of a proprietary or confidential nature, including trade secrets, employee compensation information, balance sheets and financial statements that are not available to the public through regulatory disclosure or otherwise, and revenue and cost projections supplied by a private or nongovernmental entity to the Department for the purpose of sponsoring, implementing, and operating (i) an apprenticeship program approved by the Department or (ii) a similar lawful workforce development or public-private partnership approved by the Department that assists the Department in fulfilling its mission and objectives and whose workforce development initiative could not advance without such exemption, as determined by the Commissioner of the Department and the Secretary of Labor. This bill is identical to HB 2502.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Emily Brewer (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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VA bill #SB974 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Subdivision ordinance; plan review by designated agent, definition of "designated agent."
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Virginia's subdivision ordinance by redefining the term "designated agent" and modifying the review process for subdivision plats, site plans, and plans of development. The bill removes planning commission and governing body approval authority and assigns it solely to a designated agent, which is defined as an agent employed or authorized by a locality and designated by the governing body to review subdivision plats. For localities with a population of 5,000 or less, the local planning commission may serve as the designated agent. The bill also expedites the review process by shortening the timeframe for forwarding plats and plans to state agencies from 10 to 5 business days. Additionally, the bill streamlines the review process by requiring the designated agent to identify deficiencies in initial submissions, limiting subsequent reviews to previously identified issues, and establishing specific timelines for plan approvals and resubmissions. These changes are intended to make the subdivision and site plan review process more efficient and predictable for developers while maintaining local government oversight.
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Bill Summary: Subdivision ordinance; plan review by designated agent. Removes planning commission and governing body approval authority for the administrative review process for plats and plans and assigns such authority solely to a designated agent, defined in the bill. However, the bill provides that the local planning commission may serve as the designated agent of any locality with a population of 5,000 or less. The bill also expedites the review process by shortening the timeframe for forwarding plats and plans to state agencies for review.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Schuyler VanValkenburg (D)*, Carrie Coyner (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 40
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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IN bill #SB0011 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Minor access and use of social media.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a new law requiring social media operators to obtain verifiable parental consent before allowing minors (individuals under 16 years old) to access their platforms. The bill defines "social media" as websites or internet-based applications that enable users to create profiles, share content, and interact with others, with specific exclusions for certain types of websites like gaming platforms and internal business communication tools. Social media operators must implement a consent method that reasonably ensures the person providing consent is the minor's parent or legal guardian. They must also identify accounts created by minors without proper consent, provide a way for parents to revoke consent, and use commercially reasonable methods to encrypt and secure any collected information. The attorney general is empowered to take action against social media operators who violate these requirements, with an initial 90-day period to remedy violations before potential legal action. Potential penalties include injunctive relief, civil penalties up to $250,000, and recovery of investigation costs. The bill also includes provisions to keep any information about minor users confidential during legal proceedings, protecting their privacy and safety.
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Bill Summary: Minor access and use of social media. Requires a social media operator to restrict a minor user's viewing of social media without first obtaining verifiable parental consent for the minor user. Defines a "minor user" as an individual who is less than 16 years of age. Allows the attorney general to: (1) bring an action against a social media operator that fails to implement a verifiable parental consent method; and (2) issue a civil investigative demand if the attorney general has reasonable cause to believe that any person is engaged in a violation.
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• Introduced: 12/30/2024
• Added: 12/30/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Mike Bohacek (R)*, Liz Brown (R)*, Chris Garten (R)*, Tyler Johnson (R), Spencer Deery (R), Lonnie Randolph (D), Daryl Schmitt (R), Mike Young (R), Jim Pressel (R), Joanna King (R), Chris Jeter (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
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MN bill #HF1842 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Sports betting and fantasy contests authorized, licenses established, local restrictions prohibited, taxation and penalties provided, pari-mutuel horse racing authorized, and money appropriated.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes sports betting and fantasy contests in Minnesota, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework primarily for Native American tribes. The bill creates a licensing system for mobile sports betting operators, fantasy contest operators, and associated platform providers, with up to 11 licenses available for each category. Sports betting and fantasy contests will only be legal for individuals 21 years and older, and operators must implement strict responsible gambling measures, including self-exclusion options, deposit limits, and mandatory problem gambling resources. The legislation imposes a 22% tax on sports betting net revenue and a 15% tax on fantasy contest net revenue, with the collected funds to be distributed across various state accounts, including racing development, sports marketing, amateur sports integrity, and problem gambling support. The bill also establishes detailed rules for advertising, age verification, wager types, and data protection. Key provisions include requiring mobile sports betting operators to partner with Native American tribes, mandating comprehensive background checks for licensees, creating an exclusion list for problem gamblers, and implementing strict integrity monitoring for sporting events. The bill also creates grant programs to support sports marketing, amateur sports integrity, and youth sports participation in areas with high juvenile crime rates. The legislation includes criminal penalties for unauthorized wagering, underage gambling, and misuse of gambling-related data. It also requires ongoing studies on gambling prevalence, problem gambling, and the impact of sports betting on communities. The bill aims to establish a regulated, responsible sports betting and fantasy contest environment while generating revenue for the state and supporting various community programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to gambling; authorizing and providing for sports betting and fantasy contests; establishing licenses; prohibiting local restrictions; providing for taxation of sports betting and fantasy contests; providing civil and criminal penalties; providing for amateur sports grants; providing for charitable gambling and modifying certain rates of tax on lawful gambling; providing for pari-mutuel horse racing; making clarifying, conforming, and technical changes; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 240.01, subdivision 1b; 245.98, subdivision 2; 260B.007, subdivision 16; 270B.07, by adding a subdivision; 297E.02, by adding a subdivision; 349.12, subdivision 25; 609.75, subdivisions 3, 4, 7, by adding subdivisions; 609.755; 609.76, subdivision 2; 609.761, subdivision 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 116U; 240; 240A; 245; 299L; 609; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapters 297J; 297K; 349C.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 9 : Cedrick Frazier (D)*, Liish Kozlowski (D), John Huot (D), Brad Tabke (D), Zack Stephenson (D), Erin Koegel (D), Kari Rehrauer (D), Pete Johnson (D), Matt Norris (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy
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MN bill #SF2051 • Last Action 03/03/2025
County attorneys and employees in county attorney offices personal information dissemination restriction provision
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to expand the definition of "judicial official" to include county attorneys and their office employees, providing them with additional privacy protections. Specifically, the bill adds county attorneys and county attorney office employees to the list of individuals whose personal information is restricted from public dissemination. The personal information that remains protected includes residential addresses of the official and their family members, non-official telephone numbers and email addresses, names of the official's children, and details about children's schools or care facilities when combined with identifying information. The bill maintains existing exceptions that allow publicly available information (such as data from government records or widely distributed media) to remain accessible. This change aims to protect the privacy and potentially the safety of county attorneys and their staff by limiting public access to their personal contact and family information, recognizing the sensitive nature of their work in the legal system.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to judiciary; restricting public dissemination of personal information about county attorneys and employees in county attorney offices; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 480.40, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Omar Fateh (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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UT bill #SB0239 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Inland Port Authority Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant amendments to the Utah Inland Port Authority Act, focusing on governance, board composition, financial operations, and environmental considerations. The bill increases the number of board members appointed by the governor from two to three, with specific requirements for their professional backgrounds, and changes the board appointment deadlines. It introduces new provisions requiring the board to annually review its statutory authority, evaluate the authority's objectives, and potentially recommend statutory changes. The bill also modifies financial provisions, including how property tax differentials can be used, with an increased emphasis on environmental mitigation projects. Additionally, the bill creates new rules for handling business proposals, allowing the authority to temporarily classify such proposals as protected records during evaluation. The bill expands the authority's ability to fund infrastructure and development projects, including those adjacent to project areas, and introduces more flexible provisions for creating and managing remediation project areas. Notably, the bill includes provisions to encourage environmentally sustainable development, such as prohibiting property tax differential incentives for developments consuming excessive amounts of potable water. The bill is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, unless approved by a two-thirds majority of the legislature, which would allow for earlier implementation.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill modifies provisions related to the Utah Inland Port Authority.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jerry Stevenson (R)*, Jefferson Moss (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 38
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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CA bill #AB905 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Public bodies: general obligation bonds: disclosure requirements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for general obligation bonds approved by voters in California on or after January 1, 2026. The legislation requires public bodies issuing these bonds to develop and publicly disclose, within 90 days of voter approval, specific details including the goals, performance indicators, and data collection requirements for the bond expenditure. Public bodies must post a comprehensive notification on their website that provides an overview of authorized programs and projects, a summary of bond use, accountability criteria, and detailed information about individual infrastructure projects. Additionally, each public body must submit an annual written report to key state agencies and legislative committees detailing the efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance of bond expenditures. The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that bond funds are spent as voters intended, with clear objectives and measurable outcomes. The legislation is designed to promote public trust by providing readily accessible information about how bond proceeds are being utilized and whether they are meeting their intended goals. By mandating these transparency requirements, the bill seeks to improve the accountability of infrastructure investments and help Californians understand how their approved bond funds are being spent.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 5852.3 to the Government Code, relating to public finance.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Pacheco (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on L. GOV.
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NC bill #S195 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Protect Campus Survivors Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands confidentiality protections for student disciplinary records at public higher education institutions in North Carolina by establishing specific definitions and restrictions on record disclosure. The bill defines "personally identifiable information" very comprehensively, including direct identifiers like names and social security numbers, as well as indirect identifiers that could potentially reveal a student's identity. It also specifically defines "personally identifiable student disciplinary records" as materials related to complaints, investigations, or disciplinary proceedings maintained by public institutions of higher education. Under the new law, these records would be exempt from public records requests, even if their release might otherwise be permitted under federal privacy laws like the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The bill applies to all public higher education institutions in North Carolina, including University of North Carolina campuses, community colleges, and their system offices. The legislation becomes effective immediately and will cover any record requests submitted on or after its enactment date, with the primary goal of protecting student privacy in disciplinary proceedings by preventing potential identification or disclosure of sensitive information.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO EXEMPT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE STUDENT DISCIPLINARY RECORDS AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION FROM THE PUBLIC RECORDS ACT.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Michael Lee (R)*, Amy Galey (R)*, Brad Overcash (R)*, Dave Craven (R), Ralph Hise (R), Tom McInnis (R), Tim Moffitt (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
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NJ bill #A4175 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Concerns use of force by law enforcement officers under certain circumstances and requires certain reporting of use of force incidents.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Attorney General to review and revise the Statewide use of force policy for law enforcement every even-numbered year, focusing on core principles such as respecting human life, prioritizing de-escalation, using only reasonable and proportional force, and ensuring officers have duties to intervene, provide medical assistance, and report use of force incidents. The bill mandates that the Attorney General conduct three public hearings across different regions of New Jersey to gather community feedback on the policy. Additionally, the bill establishes a new procedure for reporting all use of force incidents to the Department of Law and Public Safety, with information to be made publicly accessible through the department's website and in compliance with the Open Public Records Act. The bill also requires the Attorney General to develop guidelines for law enforcement encounters with barricaded individuals, emphasizing proper identification of situations, communication considerations, de-escalation techniques, and the potential involvement of mental health professionals. Furthermore, the Police Training Commission must now include mandatory training on barricaded individual encounters in basic law enforcement training courses, covering identification, response strategies, and interactions with individuals experiencing mental health crises.
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Bill Summary: Concerns use of force by law enforcement officers under certain circumstances and requires certain reporting of use of force incidents.
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• Introduced: 04/08/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Ellen Park (D)*, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)*, Michael Venezia (D)*, Shama Haider (D), Yvonne Lopez (D), Garnet Hall (D)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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CT bill #HB06971 • Last Action 03/03/2025
An Act Adopting The Connecticut Uniform Mediation Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Connecticut Uniform Mediation Act, which establishes comprehensive rules and guidelines for mediation processes in the state. The act defines key terms like "mediation" (a process where a neutral mediator helps parties negotiate a voluntary agreement), "mediation communication" (any statements made during or about a mediation), and provides detailed provisions about confidentiality and privilege of mediation communications. The bill specifies that mediation communications are generally privileged and cannot be disclosed or used as evidence in legal proceedings, with specific exceptions for situations involving criminal activity, abuse, professional misconduct, or when all parties agree to waive confidentiality. The act applies to most mediation scenarios, excluding certain contexts like collective bargaining and youth-specific mediations, and requires mediators to disclose potential conflicts of interest and maintain impartiality. The legislation also addresses international commercial mediations and ensures compatibility with existing electronic signature laws. Notably, the act will take effect on October 1, 2025, and aims to promote uniformity in mediation practices across jurisdictions, providing a standardized framework that protects the confidential nature of mediation while allowing for necessary transparency in specific circumstances.
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Bill Summary: To adopt the Connecticut Uniform Mediation Act.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Judiciary Committee, Josh Elliott (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/3/2025 )
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OR bill #SB1163 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Relating to a right to repair agricultural equipment.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive "right to repair" framework for agricultural equipment in Oregon, requiring original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to provide owners with documentation, tools, parts, software, and other resources needed to diagnose, maintain, repair, and update their agricultural equipment. The bill defines agricultural equipment as machinery used in farming or ranching operations, such as tractors, combines, and balers, while explicitly excluding certain vehicles and specialized equipment. OEMs must make these resources available on "fair and reasonable terms," which means providing them at costs equivalent to what authorized service providers receive, without imposing unnecessary restrictions. The bill prohibits manufacturers from using parts pairing or software techniques to prevent owners from installing third-party replacement parts or to reduce equipment functionality. Additionally, the legislation empowers the Attorney General to investigate potential violations and impose civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for non-compliance. The bill applies to agricultural equipment manufactured and sold in Oregon after January 1, 2026, and aims to give farmers and public bodies more control and flexibility in maintaining their expensive agricultural machinery. Importantly, the bill does not require manufacturers to disclose trade secrets or override security measures, and it maintains manufacturer liability for design defects or negligence.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Requires a person that makes or sells farm equipment to give items to an owner that are needed to look at, maintain or fix the equipment. Says what else the person must do to let the owner fix the equipment. Says that the state can fine the person for a violation of the Act. (Flesch Readability Score: 75.7). Requires an original equipment manufacturer to make available on fair and reasonable terms to a public body that owns or leases agricultural equipment any documentation, tool, part, embedded software, firmware, data or other device or implement for diagnosing, maintaining, repairing or up- dating the agricultural equipment that the original equipment manufacturer makes available to an authorized service provider. Specifies additional obligations for the original equipment manufacturer. Permits the Attorney General in response to a complaint to make an investigative demand of an original equipment manufacturer that appears to have violated the Act. Specifies the contents of the investigative demand and the method of service. Subjects an original equipment manufacturer that violates the Act to a civil penalty of not more than $1,000 for each day of the violation.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Janeen Sollman (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Energy and Environment.
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TX bill #HB3636 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies procedures related to restitution payments for crime victims, primarily focusing on streamlining and protecting the transfer of funds. The bill requires that when the parole department transfers restitution payments to a county, they must include the victim's last known address and a detailed payment history, including dates, amounts, addresses, and ending balance of past payments. These transferred records will be kept confidential and not subject to public disclosure. The bill also changes the timeframe for unclaimed restitution payments from five to three years; if a victim does not claim payment within three years of the initial payment or cannot be located for three years after the last payment, the unclaimed funds will be transferred to the compensation to victims of crimes fund, instead of being reported as abandoned property to the comptroller. Additionally, when the parole department transmits a restitution payment to the court clerk, they must now include not just the payment, but also the payment history and victim's last known address. These changes aim to improve the tracking and distribution of restitution payments while protecting victims' privacy. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the payment of restitution by a person released on parole or to mandatory supervision.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Will Metcalf (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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PA bill #HB798 • Last Action 03/03/2025
In powers and duties in general, further providing for departmental reports.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Administrative Code of 1929 to modify reporting requirements for administrative departments in Pennsylvania. Specifically, the bill requires each administrative department (except for the Attorney General's Office, Auditor General, and Treasury Department) to submit an annual written report to the Governor about the department's condition, management, and financial transactions. The reports must now include a comprehensive assessment of potential weaknesses and risks that could impact the department's ability to respond to future emergencies in the state, along with detailed actions to address these risks. Importantly, the bill also provides that these reports and associated documents will be treated as confidential and privileged, meaning they cannot be subject to discovery in civil actions, are not considered public records under the Right-to-Know Law, and cannot be made public without the Governor's written approval. This change represents a significant shift from the previous requirement of biennial reporting and adds new provisions to protect the internal assessments from public disclosure. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), entitled "An act providing for and reorganizing the conduct of the executive and administrative work of the Commonwealth by the Executive Department thereof and the administrative departments, boards, commissions, and officers thereof, including the boards of trustees of State Normal Schools, or Teachers Colleges; abolishing, creating, reorganizing or authorizing the reorganization of certain administrative departments, boards, and commissions; defining the powers and duties of the Governor and other executive and administrative officers, and of the several administrative departments, boards, commissions, and officers; fixing the salaries of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and certain other executive and administrative officers; providing for the appointment of certain administrative officers, and of all deputies and other assistants and employes in certain departments, boards, and commissions; providing for judicial administration; and prescribing the manner in which the number and compensation of the deputies and all other assistants and employes of certain departments, boards and commissions shall be determined," in powers and duties in general, further providing for departmental reports.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Jessica Benham (D)*, Arvind Venkat (D), Maureen Madden (D), Joe Webster (D), Malcolm Kenyatta (D), La'Tasha Mayes (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Carol Hill-Evans (D), Ben Sanchez (D), Kristine Howard (D), Liz Hanbidge (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
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CO bill #SB126 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act in Colorado, which requires certain businesses to file electronic copies of their Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) merger notification forms with the state Attorney General. Specifically, businesses must file these forms if they have their principal place of business in Colorado or if they had annual net sales in the state of at least 20% of the federal filing threshold. The bill defines key terms like "electronic" and "pre-merger notification" and mandates that these filings include both the standard HSR form and any additional supporting documents. The bill places strict confidentiality requirements on these filings, protecting them from public disclosure except in limited circumstances, such as administrative proceedings or when sharing information with federal antitrust agencies or other states with similar laws. The Attorney General can seek civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day for non-compliance with the filing requirements. The legislation aims to promote uniformity with similar laws in other jurisdictions and will only apply to pre-merger notifications filed on or after its effective date. The bill will take effect after the standard 90-day legislative period, with a potential referendum process that could delay implementation until a voter approval in November 2026.
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Bill Summary: Colorado Commission on Uniform State Laws. The bill enacts the "Uniform Antitrust Pre-Merger Notification Act", drafted by the Uniform Law Commission. The bill: ! Requires a person filing a pre-merger notification with the federal government under the federal "Hart-Scott-Rodino Act" that has its principal place of business in the state or directly or indirectly has annual net sales in the state of at least 20% of the filing threshold to contemporaneously file with the state attorney general complete electronic copies of the Hart-Scott-Rodino form and any additional documentary material that are filed with the pre-merger notification; ! Requires the attorney general to keep the filed form and documentary materials confidential, subject to specified exceptions; and ! Authorizes the attorney general to impose a civil penalty of not more than $10,000 per day on any person that fails to comply with the filing requirement.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Marc Snyder (D)*, Cecelia Espenoza (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate Committee on Judiciary Refer Unamended to Appropriations
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NY bill #A06271 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Grants a total exemption from real property school tax for property owned by a person seventy-five years of age or older, or owned by spouses or siblings if one such person is seventy-five years of age or over, provided the owner has no children in the school district and has resided in the district for 30 years or more.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a total property tax exemption for school purposes to homeowners who are 75 years of age or older, or who are part of a group of spouses or siblings where at least one owner is 75 years old (and the youngest owner is at least 65). To qualify, these homeowners must have lived in the school district for at least 30 years and have no children enrolled in the school district. The exemption applies to various types of residential properties, including one to three-family homes, farm dwellings, and properties held in condominium or cooperative ownership. Applicants must also meet an annual income threshold, which is initially set at $60,000 and will be adjusted annually based on the cost-of-living adjustment used for Social Security benefits. The bill introduces a new STAR (School Tax Relief) income verification program that allows homeowners to authorize annual income verification by the state tax department, reducing the need to submit tax documentation each year. Municipalities must adopt a local law or resolution to implement this exemption, and the provisions will take effect for assessment rolls prepared on or after the first January following the bill's enactment.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the real property tax law, in relation to granting a total exemption from real property taxation for school tax purposes for certain persons seventy-five years of age or over
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Patrick Carroll (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: referred to real property taxation
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CT bill #SB01283 • Last Action 03/03/2025
An Act Concerning The Adoption Of The Connecticut Uniform Collaborative Law Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill adopts the Connecticut Uniform Collaborative Law Act, which establishes a comprehensive legal framework for collaborative law processes, primarily in family law matters. The act defines key terms and provides detailed guidelines for collaborative law, a voluntary dispute resolution method where parties and their lawyers agree to resolve conflicts outside of court. The bill specifies that a collaborative law process begins when parties sign a participation agreement, outlining their intention to resolve a matter collaboratively, and involves lawyers who are committed to helping parties reach a mutually agreeable solution. The act includes important provisions such as confidentiality protections for communications during the process, rules for terminating the collaborative process, and safeguards for parties with a history of coercive or violent relationships. Significantly, if the collaborative process fails, the lawyers involved are disqualified from representing the parties in subsequent court proceedings, which incentivizes genuine cooperation. The law applies to various family law matters including divorce, child custody, support, adoption, and property distribution, and takes effect on October 1, 2025. The bill also ensures that the collaborative process remains voluntary, with parties having the right to terminate the process at any time, and includes provisions to protect the safety of participants.
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Bill Summary: To adopt the Connecticut Uniform Collaborative Law Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Judiciary Public Hearing (00:00:00 3/3/2025 )
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WY bill #HB0208 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Atmospheric geoengineering prohibition.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses atmospheric geoengineering in Wyoming by establishing a comprehensive prohibition on intentionally injecting, releasing, or dispersing chemicals or substances into the atmosphere with the purpose of changing temperature, weather, or sunlight intensity. The legislation is motivated by legislative findings that suggest federal geoengineering experiments may be occurring within the state, and that the risks to human health and environmental safety are not well understood. The bill requires the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality to conduct air quality testing at sites suspected of geoengineering activities, utilizing advanced techniques like transmission electron microscopy to determine total metals concentration in precipitation. Additionally, the bill includes robust protection for individuals who report potential violations, making it illegal to retaliate against anyone who reports a suspected geoengineering activity in good faith. The bill does not affect existing publicly disclosed contracts and becomes effective immediately upon completing the standard legislative process. By creating this new legal framework, the bill aims to protect public health and environmental resources while maintaining oversight of potential atmospheric manipulation activities.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to environmental quality; providing legislative findings; prohibiting atmospheric geoengineering as specified; requiring testing; providing penalties; making conforming amendments; specifying applicability; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Marlene Brady (R)*, Kevin Campbell (R)*, Scott Heiner (R)*, Rachel Rodriguez-Williams (R)*, Reuben Tarver (R)*, Bob Ide (R)*, Troy McKeown (R)*, Laura Taliaferro Pearson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/15/2025
• Last Action: H:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to HR 5-4
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WV bill #HB3074 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Change Audit Log for annual subscription with Secretary of State
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Secretary of State to enhance the existing $1,000 annual voter registration data subscription service by including "change audit data," which refers to recorded modifications or updates to public records related to voter registration. The bill defines change audit data as including legislative and regulatory amendments, administrative rule changes, updates to agency decisions or policies, and other alterations affecting government documents. Specifically, the change audit data must be keyed to a voter ID, include the date of change, reason for change (such as address or name updates, voter status changes), and be presented as a monthly "delta" or difference from the previous month. The Secretary of State is mandated to make this change audit data available to subscribers within 30 days of the bill's enactment, maintain a secure digital platform for retrieving the information, and provide a clear indexing system for efficient access. The bill emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in public records by ensuring comprehensive access to voter registration data modifications through the annual subscription service.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to update the voter list information for noncommercial use by requiring the inclusion of change audit data as part of the information provided in the voter lists for the election cycle subscription service.
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• Introduced: 03/03/2025
• Added: 03/03/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Tresa Howell (R)*, Jim Butler (R), Lisa White (R), Eric Brooks (R), Josh Holstein (R), Marshall Clay (R), Chris Anders (R), Larry Kump (R), Kathie Crouse (R), Jordan Bridges (R), Dean Jeffries (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: To House Judiciary
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NJ bill #S4234 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Requires safeguards for anonymity and confidentiality with respect to communications presented through phone lines, electronic communication systems, or websites dedicated to accepting anonymous tips for use by law enforcement in criminal investigations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires safeguards to protect the anonymity and confidentiality of individuals who submit anonymous tips to law enforcement through phone lines, electronic communication systems, or websites. Specifically, the bill mandates that any entity operating such a tip system must use encryption technology to ensure that the tipster's identity, communication method details, and precise location are not revealed to investigating law enforcement agencies. The bill prohibits operators and law enforcement from requesting additional identifying information beyond what is voluntarily provided by the tipster. Communications and related reports will not be considered public records and cannot be used in legal proceedings except under very limited circumstances, such as investigating false reports. Any individual who improperly discloses a tipster's identity or attempts to obtain such information can be charged with a fourth-degree crime, which carries potential penalties of up to 18 months in prison and a $10,000 fine. If a government official violates these provisions, their governmental entity can be held liable in a civil action for damages of at least $25,000, plus attorney's fees and costs. The bill aims to encourage anonymous reporting by protecting the confidentiality of individuals who provide tips to law enforcement, with the goal of promoting public safety and cooperation with criminal investigations.
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Bill Summary: This bill imposes safeguards to preserve anonymity and confidentiality of anonymous tips that are used by law enforcement in criminal investigations. Specifically, the safeguards: - require private or governmental entities that operate, or coordinate with another party to operate, an anonymous tip system to encrypt the communication to ensure that information made available to the investigating law enforcement agency does not include: the identity of the tipster; information concerning the means of communication (such as a telephone number); and the location of the individual or means of communication, other than location within a municipality provided with the communication; - prohibit the system operator and investigating law enforcement agency from requesting information concerning: the identity of the tipster; information concerning the means of communication; or location information, other than location within a municipality; - provide that any communication and any related report or information that is maintained by the operator or law enforcement agency is not deemed a public record under the State's Open Public Records Act, P.L.1963, c.73 (C.47:1A-1 et seq.); and - provide that any communication and related report or information is not subject to discovery or admissible in evidence in any criminal or civil action or proceeding, except upon a subpoena issued by a grand jury, or a court order for a matter concerning a false report to law enforcement pursuant to N.J.S.2C:28-4, false public alarm pursuant to N.J.S.2C:33-3, or another offense committed by the individual disclosing the information. An individual who violates the bill's provisions by disclosing a tipster's identity or other information is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. A crime of the fourth degree is punishable by a term of imprisonment of up to 18 months, a fine of up to $10,000, or both. The bill also provides that if the disclosing individual is a governmental official, officer, or employee acting under color of law, the governmental entity is liable in a civil action to the individual whose information was disclosed. The entity is responsible for damages arising from the disclosure or $25,000, whichever amount is greater, in addition to attorney's fees and costs.investigations.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 03/05/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Benjie Wimberly (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 03/04/2025
• Last Action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
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OK bill #HB2169 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Money wire transmissions; Drug Money Laundering and Wire Transmitter Act; increasing certain fee and percentage amount; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Oklahoma Financial Transaction Reporting Act by increasing the fees and percentages charged by money transmission businesses for wire transfers. Specifically, the bill raises the base transaction fee from $5 to $10 for transactions up to $500, and increases the percentage fee from 1% to 2% for amounts over $500. The collected fees will continue to be remitted quarterly to the Oklahoma Tax Commission and apportioned to the Drug Money Laundering and Wire Transmitter Revolving Fund. The bill maintains existing requirements for licensees to post notices about potential income tax credits for customers and provides the Oklahoma Tax Commission with enforcement powers, including the ability to suspend licenses for non-compliance. Licensees who fail to file reports or remit fees can have their licenses suspended, and must file all required reports and pay all required fees before reapplying. The bill also makes some minor grammatical corrections, such as capitalizing "Social Security" and replacing "and/or" with "or". The changes will become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to money wire transmissions; amending 63 O.S. 2021, Section 2-503.1j, which relates to the Drug Money Laundering and Wire Transmitter Act; increasing certain fee and percentage amount; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : John Pfeiffer (R)*, Darrell Weaver (R)*, Tim Turner (R)
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Committee
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NY bill #A01556 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Enacts the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"; prohibits certain food additives and food color additives; provides that in an action to enforce compliance, the recognition by the federal food and drug administration of any of these substances as safe may not be alleged as a defense; establishes requirements for the reporting of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill enacts the "Food Safety and Chemical Disclosure Act" which introduces comprehensive new regulations for food additives and substances in New York State. Specifically, the bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of certain food additives including FD&C Red No. 3, Potassium bromate, and Propylparaben after one year of the law's effective date. The bill also establishes strict reporting requirements for substances Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS), mandating that companies submit detailed reports about these substances to the state commissioner, including information about their safety, dietary exposure, and manufacturing methods. For public schools, the bill further restricts the sale of foods containing specific synthetic color additives like FD&C Red No. 40 and Yellow No. 5. The commissioner is required to create a public, searchable database of GRAS substances, which must be updated with safety information and allows for redaction of trade secrets. Small businesses with ten or fewer employees are exempted from some of the reporting requirements. The bill aims to enhance food safety by providing more transparency about food additives and giving the state more oversight of substances used in food production.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the agriculture and markets law and the education law, in relation to enacting the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 27 : Anna Kelles (D)*, William Colton (D), Harvey Epstein (D), Eddie Gibbs (D), Deborah Glick (D), Chantel Jackson (D), Grace Lee (D), Dana Levenberg (D), Steven Raga (D), Karines Reyes (D), Linda Rosenthal (D), Nader Sayegh (D), Rebecca Seawright (D), Maryjane Shimsky (D), Jo Anne Simon (D), Phil Steck (D), Al Stirpe (D), Yudelka Tapia (D), Sarah Clark (D), Patrick Carroll (D), Andrew Hevesi (D), Emerita Torres (D), Catalina Cruz (D), Daniel Norber (R), Jeffrey Dinowitz (D), Paula Kay (D), Jen Lunsford (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: print number 1556a
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OR bill #SB1113 • Last Action 03/03/2025
Relating to the welfare of young people.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill relates to the welfare of young people, specifically focusing on improving regulations and protections for children in care. The bill proposes comprehensive changes to laws governing the use of restraints and seclusion, child abuse investigations, licensing of child-caring agencies, and out-of-state placements of children. Key provisions include: (1) Narrowing the circumstances under which restraints and involuntary seclusion can be used on children, emphasizing that these measures should only be employed as an absolute last resort when there is an imminent risk of serious bodily injury; (2) Enhancing reporting and documentation requirements for incidents involving restraints or seclusion, including mandatory debriefings and notifications to case managers, attorneys, and guardians; (3) Strengthening licensing and oversight of child-caring agencies by implementing more rigorous compliance standards, requiring more detailed investigations of abuse allegations, and establishing clearer criteria for suspending or revoking licenses; (4) Adding new definitions and protections for children in care, including expanded descriptions of what constitutes abuse and more specific guidelines for out-of-state placements; and (5) Requiring more detailed quarterly reporting on the use of restraints, including disaggregated data by race. The bill aims to improve the safety, transparency, and accountability of systems caring for vulnerable children by prioritizing their physical and emotional well-being and limiting potentially harmful interventions.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes changes to laws involving the welfare of young people. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 74.8). Modifies provisions regarding the use of restraints and involuntary seclusion on certain young people. Modifies provisions regarding investigations of abuse of certain young people. Modifies provisions regarding licensing of child-caring agencies. Modifies provisions regarding out-of-state placements of children in care.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Sara Gelser Blouin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Human Services.
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IL bill #HB1036 • Last Action 03/03/2025
LAW ENFORCEMENT CONDUCT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends several Illinois laws to enhance accountability and oversight of law enforcement officers. It modifies the definition of "duty to intervene" to require officers to actively prevent excessive force by other officers and report such interventions within five days. The bill prohibits law enforcement agencies from retaliating against officers who intervene to stop unlawful conduct, report unconstitutional actions, or refuse to follow directives they reasonably believe are unlawful. It expands the grounds for potential termination or decertification of officers, including excessive use of force, tampering with evidence, or engaging in unprofessional conduct. The bill also mandates that records related to police misconduct investigations, including those where an officer is cleared of wrongdoing, be permanently retained and not destroyed. Additionally, the legislation removes a previous provision stating that law enforcement officers have no property interest in their certification, which could provide more procedural protections for officers facing potential decertification. These changes aim to increase transparency, accountability, and ethical standards within law enforcement agencies in Illinois.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois State Police Act. Modifies the definition of "duty to intervene" in provisions regarding discretionary termination of Illinois State Police officers. Provides that a member of the Illinois State Police shall not discipline or retaliate in any way against an officer for exercising the officer's duty to intervene, for reporting unconstitutional or unlawful conduct, or for failing to follow what the officer reasonably believes is an unconstitutional or unlawful directive. Amends the Illinois Police Training Act to make similar changes, except that the Law Enforcement Training Standards Board must adopt rules prohibiting members of law enforcement agencies from retaliating. Removes language providing that an individual has no property interest in law enforcement certification at the time of initial certification or at any time thereafter, including, but not limited to, after decertification or after the officer's certification has been deemed inactive. Amends the Local Records Act. Provides that records concerning the automatic expungement of misconduct records where an officer has been found not to have committed any wrongdoing or the complaint was found to be frivolous shall be permanently retained and may not be destroyed. Amends the Police and Community Relations Improvement Act. Repeals provisions allowing a person to file notice of an anonymous complaint to the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board of any conduct the person believes a law enforcement officer has committed.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : John Cabello (R)*, Dan Ugaste (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Ugaste
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NM bill #SB109 • Last Action 03/01/2025
Prc & Supporting Agency
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies the distinction between the Public Regulation Commission (PRC) and the agency that supports it by defining the agency as the institution and staff that support the three-member commission. The bill makes several key changes to how the PRC and its supporting agency operate, including: modifying definitions related to the commission and its staff; updating provisions about the PRC nominating committee; establishing new rules for commissioners' continuing education and prohibited actions; clarifying the powers and duties of the commission and its chief of staff; and streamlining various administrative processes. The bill changes language to emphasize that the agency provides support to the commission, with the chief of staff having more direct oversight of agency operations, while the commissioners maintain their regulatory and adjudicatory responsibilities. Notable changes include more explicit guidelines for ethical conduct, communication protocols, and the organizational structure of the agency, with an emphasis on separating the commission's regulatory role from the day-to-day administrative functions of the supporting agency.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO THE PUBLIC REGULATION COMMISSION; DISTINGUISHING BETWEEN THE COMMISSION AND THE AGENCY THAT SUPPORTS THE COMMISSION; CLARIFYING AGENCY STATUTORY DUTIES; MAKING OTHER CLARIFYING AND CLEANUP CHANGES TO THE PUBLIC REGULATION COMMISSION ACT.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Soules (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/23/2025
• Last Action: HGEIC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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TX bill #HB3516 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Relating to the availability of certain working papers and electronic communications of certain administrative law judges and technical examiners under the public information law.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Government Code to expand existing protections for administrative law judges' working papers and electronic communications, now also including technical examiners at the State Office of Administrative Hearings and the Railroad Commission. Specifically, the bill protects from public disclosure certain confidential documents such as personal notes, electronic communications documenting observations and deliberations, drafts of proposed decisions, and drafts of orders related to contested case hearings and alternative dispute resolution procedures. These protections aim to preserve the independence and deliberative process of administrative law judges and technical examiners by keeping their preliminary work and thought processes private. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring a clear implementation timeline. By expanding the scope of protected materials to include technical examiners and adding the Railroad Commission to the list of covered agencies, the bill provides more comprehensive confidentiality for administrative decision-making processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the availability of certain working papers and electronic communications of certain administrative law judges and technical examiners under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Dyson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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RI bill #H5878 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Exempts law enforcement records from public disclosure if releasing them could reveal the identity of a human trafficking victim or someone eligible for an affirmative defense under certain prostitution-related laws.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Rhode Island's public records law to provide additional privacy protections for potential human trafficking victims and individuals who may qualify for an affirmative defense under specific prostitution-related laws. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision to the existing law that would prevent the public disclosure of law enforcement records that could reveal the identity of a suspect who may have been a victim of human trafficking or who might qualify for an affirmative defense under certain prostitution statutes (§§ 11-34.1-2, 11-34.1-3, or 11-34.1-4). An affirmative defense is a legal strategy that essentially admits to the technical violation of a law but provides a justification that could result in acquittal or reduced charges. The modification is part of the section detailing exceptions to public disclosure of law enforcement records, and it aims to protect vulnerable individuals from potential further harm or stigmatization by keeping their identities confidential in law enforcement documents. The bill would take effect immediately upon its passage, providing immediate legal protection for these potentially vulnerable individuals.
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Bill Summary: This act would exempt law enforcement records from public disclosure if releasing them could reveal the identity of a human trafficking victim or someone eligible for an affirmative defense under certain prostitution-related laws. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Leo Felix (D)*, Jason Knight (D), Robert Craven (D), Jose Batista (D), Arthur Handy (D), Karen Alzate (D), Teresa Tanzi (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
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RI bill #H5947 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Amends the audit compliance requirements for municipalities' contributions to pension plans under the budget of accounts and installation of systems chapter.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends audit compliance requirements for municipal pension and other post-employment benefit (OPEB) plans by establishing more detailed reporting and funding standards. Specifically, if a municipality contributes less than 100% of its actuarially determined contribution (ADC) to pension or OPEB plans, it must submit recent actuarial valuations and management recommendations to the auditor general and revenue director within three months of completing its financial statement. The bill updates terminology from older Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements to more current GASB requirements and provides municipalities with additional guidance on creating OPEB trust agreements. Municipalities are now required to consult with the auditor general until approved pension and OPEB funding plans are adopted, and the bill clarifies that municipalities can establish trust agreements to manage OPEB funds, including investing those funds consistent with prudent investment practices. The legislation aims to improve municipal financial transparency and long-term fiscal planning for retirement and healthcare benefits for employees, with the changes taking effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would amend the audit compliance requirements for municipalities' contributions to pension plans under the audit of accounts and installation of systems chapter of the general laws. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Leo Felix (D)*, Teresa Tanzi (D), Joseph McNamara (D), Mia Ackerman (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing
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WY bill #HB0031 • Last Action 02/28/2025
School safety and security.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires Wyoming school districts to adopt comprehensive safety and security policies, including threat assessment procedures, by the 2026-2027 school year. Specifically, all door securement devices in public school buildings must be selected from a list approved by the state fire marshal, which must be published by July 1, 2025. The state fire marshal is tasked with creating and potentially updating annually a list of door securement devices appropriate for K-12 public school buildings. School district superintendents are responsible for implementing these safety policies, and importantly, the safety and security policies and their drafts will be kept confidential and not subject to public records disclosure. School district boards of trustees are permitted to develop, discuss, and review these policies in closed executive sessions, protecting sensitive security information. The bill emphasizes the importance of proactive school safety measures while maintaining discretion about specific security details, and it will become effective immediately upon completing the standard legislative process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to education; requiring school districts to adopt school safety and security policies; creating duties for the state fire marshal; providing confidentiality requirements; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/11/2024
• Added: 12/12/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Laurie Bratten (R)*, Landon Brown (R)*, Ken Clouston (R)*, Stephen Johnson (R)*, Thomas Kelly (R)*, Ken Pendergraft (R)*, Joseph Webb (R)*, Chris Rothfuss (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 18
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: COW:S Did not consider for COW
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RI bill #H5877 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Allows that public records stored in a computer system, upon request, be provided at no charge.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Rhode Island's public records law to require that electronically stored public records in a computer storage system be provided at no charge upon request. Currently, public bodies are required to allow inspection and copying of public records within 10 business days, with potential extensions for complex requests. The proposed change specifically addresses the cost of electronically stored records, ensuring that when a person requests data from a computer storage system, the public body must provide those records without charging a fee. This modification aims to increase transparency and accessibility of public records by removing potential financial barriers to obtaining electronic documents. The bill maintains existing provisions that protect the public's right to access records, including requirements that public bodies cannot withhold records based on the purpose of the request or require individuals to explain why they are seeking the information. The amendment will take effect immediately upon passage, potentially making it easier and more affordable for citizens to obtain public information stored electronically by government agencies.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow that public records stored in a computer system, upon request, be provided at no charge. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Stephen Casey (D)*, Jon Brien (I), Bob Phillips (D), Joseph Solomon (D), Sherry Roberts (R), Michael Chippendale (R), Alex Finkelman (D), Charlene Lima (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
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WY bill #SF0126 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Establishment of a K-8 public lab school.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a kindergarten through 8th grade (K-8) public lab school as a collaborative effort between the University of Wyoming and the local school district where the university's main campus is located. The school will serve multiple purposes, including promoting learner-centered, developmentally appropriate instruction, providing a teaching and learning site for pre-service teachers, and identifying best teaching practices that can be implemented statewide. The school will be governed by an eight-member board that includes representatives from the school district, university, state education leadership, teachers, and parents. The lab school will be an independent public school located on the University of Wyoming campus, with the ability to operate with some flexibility from standard school district policies and state regulations, while still maintaining accountability for student assessment, civil rights, and safety requirements. Admission will be open to all students in the resident school district, with a maximum capacity of 200 students, and a lottery system will be used if applications exceed available spots. The school will be funded through the state's education resource block grant model, with the first year of student enrollment set for the 2025-2026 school year. The governing board will be required to submit annual reports to the joint education interim committee detailing student achievement, enrollment, teacher placement, and the school's impact on the university's teaching program.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to education; providing definitions; requiring a kindergarten through grade eight (8) public lab school; specifying the purpose of the public lab school; creating a governing board; specifying membership of the governing board; specifying duties of the governing board; specifying enrollment requirements and preferences; specifying funding; requiring reporting; specifying the first year of enrollment; and providing for an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Ocean Andrew (R)*, Ken Chestek (D)*, Stephen Johnson (R)*, Karlee Provenza (D)*, Trey Sherwood (D)*, Daniel Singh (R)*, Bo Biteman (R)*, Evie Brennan (R)*, Gary Crum (R)*, Chris Rothfuss (D)*, Wendy Schuler (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 17
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: COW:Failed 24-32-6-0-0
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RI bill #H5857 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Creates the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Reproductive Freedom and Gender-Affirming Care Health Data Privacy Act, which establishes comprehensive protections for sensitive health information in Rhode Island. The legislation requires regulated entities and small businesses to obtain explicit consent before collecting, sharing, or selling consumer health data related to reproductive and gender-affirming care, with strict guidelines on data handling. Key provisions include mandating clear privacy policies, giving consumers the right to access, delete, and withdraw consent for their health data, and prohibiting the use of geofencing around healthcare facilities to track or collect data about individuals seeking health services. The bill defines consumer health data broadly to include information about gender-affirming care, reproductive health, sexual health services, and related location or research data. It applies to businesses that collect data from at least 25,000-100,000 consumers annually, with implementation timelines set for January and April 2026. Violations can result in civil actions, with potential injunctive relief, compensatory and punitive damages, and enforcement by the state attorney general. The legislation aims to protect individuals' privacy and prevent potential misuse of sensitive health information, particularly in the context of reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare.
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Bill Summary: This act would create the reproductive freedom and gender affirming care health data privacy act. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/28/2025
• Added: 03/01/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Jason Knight (D)*, June Speakman (D), Edith Ajello (D), Cherie Cruz (D), Kathleen Fogarty (D), Justine Caldwell (D), Rebecca Kislak (D), Jennifer Boylan (D), Carol McEntee (D), Tina Spears (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services
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TX bill #SB1293 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Relating to the availability of dates of birth under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas public information law by clarifying when governmental bodies can withhold an individual's date of birth. Specifically, the bill allows dates of birth to be withheld only under three specific circumstances: (1) as permitted by existing legal exceptions, (2) in accordance with federal privacy requirements under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), or (3) as otherwise specified by constitutional or statutory law. The changes will apply only to public information requests received on or after the bill's effective date, which will be either immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature or September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met. This legislation aims to provide more transparency and standardize the handling of birthdates in public records while still maintaining appropriate privacy protections.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the availability of dates of birth under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nathan Johnson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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NY bill #S01239 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Enacts the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"; prohibits certain food additives and food color additives; provides that in an action to enforce compliance, the recognition by the federal food and drug administration of any of these substances as safe may not be alleged as a defense; establishes requirements for the reporting of GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new regulations on food additives and color additives in New York State, focusing on consumer safety and transparency. Specifically, the bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, and distribution of certain food additives like FD&C Red No. 3, potassium bromate, and propylparaben one year after the law's effective date. For public schools, the bill bans the sale of foods containing several synthetic color additives, including various FD&C Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow numbered colors. The legislation also introduces comprehensive reporting requirements for "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) substances, mandating that manufacturers submit detailed reports about such substances to the state commissioner, including information about their safety, dietary exposure, and manufacturing processes. Small businesses with ten or fewer employees are exempt from these reporting requirements. The commissioner must create a public, searchable database of these GRAS substance reports, which will be accessible online and periodically updated. Importantly, the bill stipulates that in enforcement actions, the federal Food and Drug Administration's recognition of a substance as safe cannot be used as a defense. The law is set to take effect 180 days after becoming law, giving businesses time to adjust to the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the agriculture and markets law and the education law, in relation to enacting the "food safety and chemical disclosure act"
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 11 : Brian Kavanagh (D)*, Luis Sepúlveda (D), Cordell Cleare (D), Patricia Fahy (D), Kristen Gonzalez (D), Brad Hoylman (D), Robert Jackson (D), Peter Oberacker (R), Christopher Ryan (D), Bill Weber (R), Alexis Weik (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: PRINT NUMBER 1239A
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NM bill #SB420 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Community Privacy & Safety Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive privacy protections for consumers in New Mexico by creating the Community Privacy and Safety Act. The legislation requires online platforms and service providers to configure default privacy settings at the highest level of protection, provide clear privacy information, and offer tools for consumers to exercise their privacy rights. For minors, the bill mandates additional safeguards such as disabling notifications during nighttime hours and preventing contact by unknown users. The bill prohibits covered entities from profiling consumers by default, processing personal data beyond what is necessary to provide requested services, and engaging in targeted advertising without explicit opt-in consent. Consumers are granted rights to access, correct, and delete their personal data, and companies are forbidden from retaliating against consumers who exercise these rights. Violations can result in civil penalties of up to $2,500 per consumer for negligent violations and $7,500 for intentional violations. The law applies to for-profit entities offering online services in New Mexico, with some exceptions for small businesses, government entities, and services already regulated by federal privacy laws. The state Department of Justice is tasked with creating implementation rules and providing annual reports comparing the act's requirements with federal privacy regulations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO INTERNET SERVICES; ENACTING THE COMMUNITY PRIVACY AND SAFETY ACT; ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS; PROHIBITING CERTAIN USES OF CONSUMER DATA; PROVIDING RIGHTS TO CONSUMERS; ESTABLISHING LIMITATIONS ON PROCESSING OF CONSUMER DATA; PROHIBITING WAIVERS OF RIGHTS AND RETALIATORY DENIALS OF SERVICE; PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF AND CIVIL PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR RULEMAKING.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Chris Chandler (D)*, Angel Charley (D)*, Katy Duhigg (D), Pamelya Herndon (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: STBTC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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WY bill #SF0146 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Consumer Rental Purchase Agreement Act-amendments.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Wyoming Consumer Rental-Purchase Agreement Act to modernize and expand regulations for rental-purchase agreements, primarily focusing on digital transactions and updating licensing requirements. The bill replaces the term "administrator" with "commissioner" throughout the law, introduces new definitions for digital and online rental transactions, and allows for electronic notices and agreements. Key changes include permitting rental-purchase agreements in digital formats, enabling merchants to offer property through websites, mobile applications, and independent third-party retailer locations, and modifying licensing fees and requirements. The bill creates separate fee structures for physical locations, online presences, and independent third-party retailer locations, with a single statewide licensing approach. It also updates disclosure requirements to accommodate digital formats, ensuring that important notices are clear and conspicuous whether presented in physical or electronic form. The legislation aims to provide more flexibility for merchants while maintaining consumer protections in rental-purchase transactions. The bill is set to become effective on July 1, 2025, with some sections taking immediate effect, and requires the state banking commissioner to develop implementing rules.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to trade and commerce; amending the Wyoming Consumer Rental-Purchase Agreement Act as specified; amending licensing requirements; amending disclosure requirements; providing for digital agreements; providing definitions; providing limitations; requiring rulemaking; making conforming amendments; and providing for effective dates.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Ocean Andrew (R)*, Landon Brown (R)*, Bob Davis (R)*, Lloyd Larsen (R)*, J.T. Larson (R)*, Martha Lawley (R)*, Daniel Singh (R)*, Reuben Tarver (R)*, Brian Boner (R)*, Cale Case (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 22
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Assigned Chapter Number 75
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NM bill #SB458 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Cyfd Secretary Nominating Committee
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates significant changes to child welfare practices in New Mexico, focusing on several key areas. It establishes a new Secretary of Children, Youth and Families Nominating Committee, which will be responsible for selecting and recommending qualified candidates for the department's top leadership position. The bill moves the rulemaking authority for the Plan of Safe Care process from the Children, Youth and Families Department to the Health Care Authority and updates requirements for supporting substance-exposed newborns and their families. Additionally, the bill requires the Children, Youth and Families Department to implement a multilevel response system statewide and develop a strategic plan aligned with the federal Families First Prevention Services Act. The legislation also transfers the Substitute Care Advisory Council from the Regulation and Licensing Department to the Administrative Office of the Courts, enhancing its independence and expanding its role in monitoring child welfare cases. The bill introduces more comprehensive oversight, emphasizes prevention and support services, and aims to improve the state's child welfare system by creating more structured, collaborative, and evidence-based approaches to protecting and supporting children and families.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CHILD WELFARE; CREATING THE SECRETARY OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES NOMINATING COMMITTEE; REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES TO BE SELECTED FROM A LIST OF QUALIFIED NOMINEES CREATED BY THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE; MOVING RULEMAKING AUTHORITY FOR THE PLAN OF SAFE CARE PROCESS FROM THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO THE HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY; UPDATING REQUIREMENTS FOR PLANS OF SAFE CARE; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO IMPLEMENT THE MULTILEVEL RESPONSE SYSTEM STATEWIDE; ENACTING THE FAMILIES FIRST ACT WITHIN THE CHILDREN'S CODE; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR APPROVAL BY THE FEDERAL ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES; REQUIRING PROVISIONS OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN TO IDENTIFY AND PROVIDE FOSTER CARE PREVENTION SERVICES THAT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE FEDERAL FAMILY FIRST PREVENTION SERVICES ACT; PROVIDING FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT CONSULTATION WITH THE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE DEPARTMENT, THE HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY AND THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; PROVIDING STRATEGIC PLAN REQUIREMENTS; TRANSFERRING THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL FROM THE REGULATION AND LICENSING DEPARTMENT TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS; DEFINING TERMS IN THE CITIZEN SUBSTITUTE CARE REVIEW ACT; PROVIDING FOR STAFFING OF THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL; ESTABLISHING CRITERIA FOR CASE REVIEW; PROVIDING FOR RULES PERTAINING TO VOLUNTEER MEMBERS; PROVIDING ACCESS TO AND REQUIREMENTS FOR CONFIDENTIALITY OF CERTAIN RECORDS AND INFORMATION; CHANGING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS; REQUIRING THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL TO PROVIDE THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT WITH CASE REPORTS; REQUIRING THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO RESPOND TO CASE REPORTS; REQUIRING THE SUBSTITUTE CARE ADVISORY COUNCIL STAFF AND THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO MEET QUARTERLY; TRANSFERRING EMPLOYEES, PROPERTY AND CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Heather Berghmans (D)*, Linda Trujillo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: SRC: Reported by committee with Do Not Pass but with a Do Pass recommendation on Committee Substitution
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TX bill #HB439 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Relating to maintaining certain voter registration information and reviewing ballots voted by mail; creating criminal offenses.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces several new requirements and criminal penalties related to voter registration and mail-in ballot processing in Texas. It mandates that county voter registrars must retain voter registration applications for individuals removed from voter rolls and make these lists publicly available online in a searchable format. The bill requires registrars to create and maintain databases of voter lists on county websites, with potential criminal penalties (Class A misdemeanors) for non-compliance. For mail-in ballots, the bill changes signature verification procedures by requiring signature verification committees to not only compare signatures but also verify additional voter information across different documents. The bill also introduces new criminal offenses for election officials who fail to properly perform signature verification or record-keeping duties, such as early voting clerks who do not maintain comprehensive electronic records of ballot applications and envelopes. These new provisions are set to apply to elections ordered on or after September 1, 2025, and aim to enhance transparency and scrutiny in the voter registration and mail-in ballot processes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to maintaining certain voter registration information and reviewing ballots voted by mail; creating criminal offenses.
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• Introduced: 11/12/2024
• Added: 12/02/2024
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Valoree Swanson (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 11/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Elections
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NM bill #SB38 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Special Education Act
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for special education services in New Mexico by creating an Office of Special Education within the Public Education Department. The bill defines key terms related to special education, including students with disabilities and gifted students, and outlines the office's extensive responsibilities, which include overseeing and enforcing compliance with state and federal special education laws, developing policies and guidance for school districts, monitoring special education programs and funding, and providing technical assistance and professional development. The bill also transfers the Office of the State Special Education Ombud from the Developmental Disabilities Council to the Public Education Department and requires the transfer of federal preschool special education grant funding to the Early Childhood Education and Care Department by July 1, 2025. Additionally, the legislation mandates screening for dyslexia, requires the development of a multi-layered system of supports for students, and commits to developing strategies for recruiting and retaining special education teachers. The bill aims to improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities by creating a more comprehensive, coordinated, and supportive special education system in New Mexico.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO SPECIAL EDUCATION; ENACTING THE SPECIAL EDUCATION ACT; CREATING THE OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; PROVIDING FOR THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN FEDERAL FUNDING FROM THE PUBLIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT TO THE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE DEPARTMENT; REORGANIZING THE OFFICE OF THE STATE SPECIAL EDUCATION OMBUD BY REMOVING THE OFFICE FROM THE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES COUNCIL TO THE PUBLIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT; RECOMPILING THE SPECIAL EDUCATION OMBUD ACT IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOL CODE; MAKING CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Linda López (D)*, Micaelita O'Malley (D)*, Mimi Stewart (D), Liz Thomson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HEC - Referrals: HEC/HJC
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WY bill #SF0065 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Data privacy-government entities.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive data privacy regulations for Wyoming government entities by creating new legal provisions that define personal data, outline restrictions on data handling, and mandate specific policies for data collection and retention. The bill defines key terms such as "personal data" (information linked to an identifiable person), "deidentified data" (information that cannot be reasonably linked to an individual), and specifies that government entities cannot purchase, sell, trade, or transfer personal data without explicit written consent from the individual, with limited exceptions like transferring data between government agencies or to contractors providing government services. Wyoming residents are granted the right to request a copy of their personal data from government entities and can file objections to the accuracy or handling of their data, requiring the government entity to investigate and respond within 60 days. The bill requires government entities to adopt policies that collect only necessary data, maintain data retention periods of no more than three years without justification, and protect personal information. Notably, the bill excludes judicial branches and law enforcement agencies from these requirements and provides a phased implementation timeline, with sample policies to be developed by January 1, 2026, and full implementation for different government entities occurring between July 1, 2026, and July 1, 2028.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the administration of the government; requiring government entities to adopt policies for the collection, access, security and use of personal data as specified; requiring specific personal data policies; providing definitions; specifying applicability; and providing for effective dates.
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• Introduced: 12/28/2024
• Added: 12/28/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 19
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: COW:H Did not consider for COW
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GA bill #HB246 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Courts; office of sheriff and training of peace officers; revise qualification requirements
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises the qualification requirements for sheriffs in Georgia by mandating that candidates for sheriff must be certified peace officers who are not under revocation by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST). Candidates who are not currently certified peace officers, but are first responders, former military officers, or former or current law enforcement officers, can still run for sheriff if they swear to complete peace officer certification within six months of taking office. The bill requires candidates to file a form signed by the POST executive director attesting to their certification status. Additionally, the bill updates provisions related to employment-related information disclosure for law enforcement hiring, including requirements for employers to share personnel records when requested and protections for employers who provide such information in good faith. The legislation aims to ensure that sheriffs have appropriate law enforcement training and credentials, with provisions for those transitioning from related professional backgrounds to the role of sheriff. Candidates who knowingly provide false information during the qualification process can be charged with false swearing, which carries legal penalties.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Code Section 15-16-1 and Chapter 8 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to qualification requirements for sheriff and exemptions and employment and training of peace officers, respectively, so as to require a person qualifying as a candidate for sheriff be a peace officer not under revocation by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council; to provide for penalties; to provide for submission of a form completed by the executive director of such council; to provide for an exception; to provide for attestation that any person qualifying for the office of sheriff who is not a certified peace officer but holds or has held certain other positions is capable of and will obtain such certification after obtaining the position; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Houston Gaines (R)*, Clint Crowe (R)*, Gerald Greene (R)*, Chris Erwin (R)*, Danny Mathis (R)*, Patty Marie Stinson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
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FL bill #H0013 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Windstorm Coverage by Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes significant changes to windstorm coverage and Citizens Property Insurance Corporation's operations. The bill requires Citizens Property Insurance Corporation to make windstorm coverage available to homeowners for any residential structures starting July 1, 2025, including mobile homes and condominiums. Homeowners can obtain windstorm coverage quotes from insurance agents, with the windstorm portion underwritten by Citizens and potentially administered by the homeowner's chosen property and casualty insurer. The corporation will pool windstorm premiums and use them to settle windstorm claims. The bill also modifies several aspects of property insurance regulations, including requirements for hurricane loss projection models, mitigation discounts, deductibles, and reporting requirements for insurers. It updates definitions related to hurricane and windstorm coverage, and makes technical changes to various sections of Florida statutes to conform with the new windstorm coverage provisions. Key changes include allowing homeowners more flexibility in obtaining windstorm coverage, establishing new procedures for claims settlement, and ensuring that Citizens Property Insurance Corporation continues to provide an important insurance option for Florida residents. The bill aims to improve the availability and affordability of windstorm insurance while maintaining consumer protections and market stability. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving insurers and the corporation time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to windstorm coverage by Citizens Property Insurance Corporation; amending s. 627.351, F.S.; removing provisions relating to windstorm risk apportionment plan agreements among property insurers; revising legislative findings; revising the purpose of the Citizens Property Insurance Corporation; requiring the corporation to make windstorm coverage available to homeowners for any residential structures; providing requirements for the windstorm coverage; providing construction; removing obsolete language; authorizing homeowners to obtain windstorm coverage from certain insurance agents; providing underwriting and administering requirements for the windstorm coverage portion of insurance; providing administrative fees; providing requirements for claims settlement payments; removing obsolete dates; requiring the corporation to make windstorm coverage available for commercial lines residential structures; providing requirements for the windstorm coverage; providing construction; revising requirements for the corporation's plan of operation; removing certain definitions; revising certain statements obtained by agents from applicants for coverage from the corporation; providing definitions; amending s. hb13-00 HB 13 215.555, F.S.; removing obsolete language; conforming a cross-reference; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending ss. 215.5595, 624.805, 627.062, 627.0628, 627.06281, 627.0629, 627.4025, 627.701, 627.7018, 627.711, 627.712, 627.713, 631.54, 718.111, 719.104, and 720.303, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 395.1061, 458.320, 459.0085, 464.0123, 624.424, 624.462, 625.317, and 627.0655, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 627.3511, F.S.; conforming cross-references; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending ss. 627.3512, 627.3513, 627.3515, 627.3517, and 627.3518, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 627.4133, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending ss. 627.945 and 628.6017, F.S.; conforming cross- references; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 12/06/2024
• Added: 12/06/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Hillary Cassel (R)*, Anna Eskamani (D), Christine Hunschofsky (D), Marie Woodson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/06/2024
• Last Action: Withdrawn prior to introduction
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TX bill #SB1267 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Parks and Wildlife Code to comprehensively update regulations regarding vessel and outboard motor certificates of title, registration, and ownership transfers. Key provisions include reducing the timeframe for new vessel owners to submit transfer documentation from 45 to 20 days, expanding definitions of vessel types and ownership terms, creating new procedures for electronic certificates of title, establishing requirements for reporting hull-damaged vessels, and adding detailed rules about security interests and title transfers. The bill introduces new criminal offenses for failing to properly disclose hull damage when transferring vessel ownership, with penalties ranging from Class C to Class B misdemeanors. It also modernizes the department's record-keeping requirements, allowing for electronic records and providing more flexibility in how ownership and title information can be processed and stored. The bill aims to streamline the titling process, provide more transparency in vessel transactions, and create clearer legal frameworks for vessel ownership and transfer. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2028, and will apply to new transactions while preserving the validity of existing titles and transactions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to certificates of number and certificates of title issued by and records kept by the Parks and Wildlife Department; creating a criminal offense.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Alvarado (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
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TX bill #SB1264 • Last Action 02/28/2025
Relating to corrective action plans for certain emissions events.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section in the Texas Health and Safety Code that establishes a process for local air pollution control programs to be notified about and provide input on corrective action plans for certain excessive emissions events. Specifically, when a facility in a jurisdiction with a local air pollution control program experiences an excessive emissions event that requires a corrective action plan, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) must notify the local program about the event at the same time it notifies the facility. The local air pollution control program will then have at least 30 days to review and comment on the corrective action plan, and the TCEQ cannot approve the plan before this comment period expires. The commission must provide the approved plan to the local program, and importantly, the comments provided by the local program will be kept confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The bill applies only to excessive emissions events occurring on or after its effective date, which will be either immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature or September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the immediate vote threshold.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to corrective action plans for certain emissions events.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carol Alvarado (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Natural Resources
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CO bill #HB1020 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Earned-Wage Access Service Provider
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for earned-wage access services (EWA services) in Colorado, creating a licensing and oversight system for providers who offer early access to earned but unpaid income. Starting January 1, 2026, any provider offering these services must obtain a license from the Administrator (a designated official in the Attorney General's office), submit annual reports, maintain detailed records, and comply with specific consumer protection requirements. The bill defines key terms such as "earned but unpaid income" and establishes that these services are not considered loans, credit, or debt transmission. Providers must offer at least one no-cost option for accessing wages, fully disclose fees, allow consumers to cancel services without penalty, and comply with privacy and information security laws. The bill prohibits providers from sharing fees with employers, requiring credit reports, charging late fees, or reporting consumer information to credit agencies. The Administrator is granted broad powers to investigate, enforce regulations, and impose penalties up to $1,000 per violation, with potential civil penalties of up to $10,000 for repeated willful violations. The legislation aims to protect consumers by ensuring transparent, fair, and responsible earned-wage access services while providing a clear regulatory structure for providers operating in Colorado.
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Bill Summary: The bill prohibits an entity from providing earned-wage access services without a license on and after January 1, 2026. Earned-wage access services are services that: ! Deliver consumer access to earned but unpaid income; and ! Provide consumer access to earned but unpaid income that is based on employment, income, or attendance data obtained directly or indirectly from an employer or an employer's payroll service provider.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Sean Camacho (D)*, Monica Duran (D)*, Lisa Frizell (R)*, Kyle Mullica (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Finance Postpone Indefinitely
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WA bill #HB1793 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Modifying reports of fire losses.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the reporting requirements for fire losses by insurance companies in Washington State. It requires insurers to submit detailed reports to the insurance commissioner within 90 days of closing a fire loss claim, including specific information such as the property's zip code, date of loss, amount paid, and known or suspected cause of the fire. The bill introduces a new requirement that if an insurer suspects a fire loss may be due to criminal activity, they must immediately report details to local law enforcement and the insurance commissioner. The bill also establishes strict confidentiality provisions for these reports, protecting the information from public disclosure while allowing limited sharing with specific entities like law enforcement, prosecutors, and the state fire marshal's office for purposes such as public safety planning and criminal investigations. Additionally, the bill provides immunity for insurers who report information in good faith and requires the insurance commissioner to develop rules for implementing these new reporting requirements, with a one-year grace period before enforcement begins.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to reports of fire losses; and amending RCW 2 42.56.400, 48.05.320, and 48.50.040. 3
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 13 : Dan Griffey (R)*, Dan Bronoske (D), Sharon Wylie (D), Alicia Rule (D), Alex Ramel (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Adam Bernbaum (D), Osman Salahuddin (D), Julia Reed (D), Gerry Pollet (D), Nicole Macri (D), Natasha Hill (D), Shaun Scott (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: House Floor Amendment - Ryu 1793-S AMH RYUC MULV 547
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UT bill #HB0018 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Petroleum Storage Tank Amendments
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes comprehensive amendments to Utah's petroleum storage tank regulations, replacing references to "underground storage tank" with "petroleum storage tank" throughout existing law. The bill updates definitions, registration requirements, and administrative processes for petroleum storage tanks (both underground and aboveground). Key provisions include modifying the environmental assurance program, adjusting fee structures, and changing how historic contamination is covered for tanks entering the program. The bill increases the fund's cash balance threshold from $50 million to $60 million before reducing the environmental assurance fee, and makes technical changes to clarify language around tank installation, registration, and liability. It also updates various administrative processes, such as permit requirements for tank installation companies, reporting deadlines, and the scope of fund coverage for releases and contamination. The bill appears to be a comprehensive modernization of Utah's petroleum storage tank regulations, streamlining terminology and updating regulatory frameworks to reflect current industry practices and environmental management needs.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill addresses the regulation of petroleum storage tanks.
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• Introduced: 12/20/2024
• Added: 12/20/2024
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Steve Eliason (R)*, David Hinkins (R)
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Governor Signed in Lieutenant Governor's office for filing
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KY bill #HB759 • Last Action 02/27/2025
AN ACT relating to abortion.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes significant changes to Kentucky's abortion laws by expanding the circumstances under which abortions can be legally performed. The bill defines several new medical terms and conditions, such as "lethal fetal anomaly" (a fetal condition diagnosed as incompatible with life) and broadens the definition of "medical emergency" to include more specific health risks to the pregnant woman. The legislation allows abortions in cases of rape or incest up to 22 weeks of gestation, and permits abortions when there is a lethal fetal anomaly, an ectopic pregnancy, a missed or incomplete miscarriage, or a serious medical risk to the woman. The bill also updates reporting requirements for abortion procedures, removes the previous requirement for spousal notification, and provides protections for healthcare providers performing abortions under these specified conditions. Additionally, the bill establishes detailed consent and medical documentation procedures for abortion providers, including requirements for ultrasound imaging and physician certifications. The legislation aims to provide more comprehensive medical guidance and legal framework for abortion services in Kentucky, balancing medical necessity with specific legal constraints.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 311.720, 311.7701, and 311.781 to define terms; amend KRS 311.723, 311.725, 311.727, 311.732, 311.7706, 311.772, 311.780, and 311.782 to allow an abortion when the unborn child has a lethal fetal anomaly and delineate additional medical circumstances for the performance of an abortion; allow an abortion when the pregnancy is the result of rape or incest and the gestational age of the fetus is 22 weeks or less; amend KRS 311.800 to provide for an abortion in a publicly owned hospital under certain circumstances; amend KRS 213.101 to add rape or incest to the reporting requirement; amend KRS 311.990 to conform; repeal KRS 311.735, relating to notice to a spouse; provide that the Act may be cited as the Compassionate Care Act.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Adam Moore (D)*, Anne Donworth (D), Daniel Grossberg (D), Erika Hancock (D), Matthew Lehman (D), Joshua Watkins (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: to Judiciary (H)
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FL bill #H1159 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Agriculture
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to agricultural support programs in Florida. First, it renames the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program to the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Emergency Loan Program, expanding its scope beyond natural disasters to include other types of emergencies. The bill increases the maximum loan amount from $500,000 to $1.5 million and allows for a supplemental loan of up to $1 million for applicants affected by specific hurricanes in 2024. The program now permits loan funds to be used for labor costs and replanting agricultural commodities. Additionally, the bill creates two new programs: the Silviculture Emergency Recovery Program, which provides grants to timber land owners for restoration and replanting after emergencies, and a program supporting the Citrus Research and Development Foundation to conduct field trials and research on combating citrus pests and diseases. The legislation also gives the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services more flexibility in loan administration, including the ability to defer or waive loan payments during significant hardships. The bill aims to provide more comprehensive support for Florida's agricultural producers facing various challenges, from natural disasters to crop diseases, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to agriculture; amending s. 570.822, F.S.; renaming the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program as the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Emergency Loan Program; revising definitions; providing that loan funds from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Emergency Loan Program may be used for labor costs and to reset and replant agriculture and aquaculture commodities; increasing the maximum loan amount an applicant may receive during the application period; authorizing certain applicants to receive a supplemental loan up to a specified amount if eligible; providing that the supplemental loan may not be counted toward the maximum loan amount an applicant may receive under the program; revising eligibility criteria; requiring the department to adopt certain standards by rule; authorizing the department to renew certain loan applications under certain circumstances; authorizing the department to defer or waive loan payments under certain circumstances; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; creating s. 570.823, F.S.; defining terms; establishing the Silviculture Emergency Recovery Program within the department to administer a grant program to assist certain timber land owners; requiring that the grants be used for certain purposes; requiring that only timber land located on specified agricultural lands are eligible for the program; requiring the department to coordinate with state agencies and other entities to ensure that timber land owners have access to financial assistance following a specified declared emergency; providing additional objectives for the coordination; authorizing the department to adopt rules, including emergency rules; creating s. 570.831, F.S.; providing legislative intent; defining a term; requiring the Citrus Research and Development (CRDF) Foundation to work in coordination with the department to provide support for certain activities; requiring the CRDF Foundation to direct and manage a certain program; requiring the department to assist the CRDF Foundation in the execution of its duties; providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Shane Abbott (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Withdrawn prior to introduction
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NJ bill #A5374 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Establishes "State Government Employee-Driven Efficiency Initiative."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "State Government Employee-Driven Efficiency Initiative" to encourage state employees to identify and report instances of waste, fraud, or inefficiency within their departments. Under this initiative, employees can submit detailed reports to the State Comptroller through an electronic or printable form, with an option to remain anonymous to most state employees. If the State Comptroller investigates and validates a claim, they will work with the department head to develop a correction plan. As an incentive, the employee who reports a valid claim will receive a financial reward equal to five percent of the savings generated in the first fiscal year, with a minimum payment of $500. The bill requires each state department's website to include a prominent link to the reporting form, and personal identifying information on submitted forms will be protected from public disclosure. This legislation aims to leverage state employees' expertise to improve government efficiency and address the state's budget challenges, providing a structured mechanism for identifying potential cost savings and operational improvements.
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Bill Summary: This bill establishes the "State Government Employee-Driven Efficiency Initiative." The purpose of this bill is to draw upon the experience and expertise of State employees for the benefit of taxpayers and recipients of State services. While responsible government stewardship of taxpayer dollars should always be a priority, it is a particularly acute need now that the State is grappling with a multi-billion dollar structural deficit, meaning the budget is billions short of revenue to pay for its level of spending. This bill was written only months after the administration issued directives to State departments to cut spending by five percent, and to freeze discretionary pay raises and hiring, in preparation for the next State budget. With the continuation of full pension payments and the upcoming need to fully fund the Stay NJ property tax relief program for seniors, reductions and efficiencies in other State spending must be addressed to ensure such priorities can be maintained. The Office of the State Comptroller will develop, establish, and oversee the "State Government Employee-Driven Efficiency Initiative." The initiative will allow employees of any State department, board, commission, agency, authority, or instrumentality to report to the State Comptroller instances of perceived waste, fraud, or inefficiencies found in the course of their employment. The State Comptroller may investigate a report to determine the validity of the claim. If the reported claim is found to be valid, the State Comptroller will collaborate with the head of the State entity to develop a plan to correct the waste, fraud, or inefficiency. The State Comptroller and the head of the appropriate State entity may request assistance from the employee who submitted the report in order to better resolve the issue. Once the plan to correct the waste, fraud, or inefficiency is in place, the head of the State entity will determine the amount of money saved in the first full fiscal year after the plan is adopted or as a one-time savings. The initiative will provide an incentive payment in an amount equal to five percent of any savings generated in the first full fiscal year of adoption or five percent of the one-time savings, with a minimum of $500, to the employee who reported the claim of waste, fraud, or inefficiency. The State Comptroller will establish an electronic and printable form with which an employee of a State entity may submit a claim reporting perceived waste, fraud, or inefficiencies in State government. The form will require, at a minimum, identification of the employee, a detailed explanation of the perceived waste, fraud, or inefficiency, and an option for the employee to remain anonymous to any State entity employees and supervisors outside of the Office of the State Comptroller. Personal identifying information on submitted forms will not be subject to disclosure under the law commonly known as the open public records act. The home page of the Internet site for each department, board, commission, agency, authority, and instrumentality of this State will include a prominently located and clearly labeled link to the form. The form may be submitted electronically or mailed to the Office of the State Comptroller. The establishment of this form codifies a fraud, waste, and abuse complaint form displayed on the Office of the State Comptroller website.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Alex Sauickie (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/28/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
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GA bill #HB601 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Georgia Gun Safe Act of 2025; enact
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive changes to Georgia's firearms regulations, establishing the Georgia Gun Safe Act of 2025. The legislation creates a new Georgia Firearms Registry requiring registration of all firearm sales and transfers after July 1, 2025, and imposes several significant restrictions on gun ownership and sales. Key provisions include prohibiting firearm sales to individuals under 21, implementing a five-day waiting period for firearm purchases for individuals under 27, banning the sale of assault weapons between 2025 and 2036, and establishing strict storage requirements for firearms. The bill also lowers the minimum age for possessing a handgun or long gun to 16, mandates annual weapons carry license renewals, and requires licensed weapons carriers to have their license on their person when carrying a weapon. Additionally, the legislation prohibits 3D-printed firearms, restricts large-capacity magazines, and adds new requirements for gun show sales, including mandatory background checks. The bill also modifies regulations for peace officers, preventing certification of individuals terminated from previous law enforcement positions due to misconduct. These changes aim to enhance gun safety, regulate firearm ownership more stringently, and reduce potential gun-related risks in Georgia.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Article 4 of Chapter 11 of Title 16, Chapter 8 of Title 35, and Article 2 of Chapter 3 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to dangerous instrumentalities and practices, the employment and training of peace officers, and organization and administration relative to emergency management, respectively, so as to broadly increase the regulation surrounding gun sales and ownership; to provide for the offense of selling or furnishing handguns or long guns to minors; to prohibit parents or legal guardians from permitting the possession of handguns or long guns by a minor in certain circumstances; to provide for exceptions; to provide for the offense of the possession of a large capacity magazine or a firearm produced by means of 3D printing; to provide for circumstances under which individuals who are not licensed to carry a weapon may transport such weapon; to provide a time frame for new residents of the state to obtain a weapons carry license; to provide for school safety zones to extend 500 yards from school premises; to require weapons carry licenses to be renewed each year; to reduce the fee for weapons carry licenses; to provide for certain conditions to obtain or renew a weapons carry license, including for active service members; to prohibit anyone under the age of 16 years from possessing or controlling a handgun or long gun; to provide for anyone under the age of 18 years from possessing or controlling a handgun or long gun without parental or guardian supervision or in certain circumstances; to require individuals who are carrying a weapon to have a weapons carry license on their person; to provide for the establishment of the Georgia Firearms Registry; to require the registration of all firearms sales and transfers in this state after a certain date; to require certain information to be entered into the Georgia Firearms Registry; to provide for requirements for safe storage of a firearm in a vehicle; to provide for requirements for safe storage of firearms when the owner is not present on the premises; to provide for exceptions; to provide for safe storage of firearms when access by a child is reasonably likely; to require ammunition be stored separately from firearms; to subject all transfers or purchases of firearms at gun shows to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System; to provide for facilitation by licensed dealers; to prohibit sales of firearms to individuals under the age of 21; to require a five-day waiting period to complete transactions for firearms to individuals under the age of 27; to prohibit the sale or transfer by certain dealers of assault weapons in this state until a certain date; to prohibit the certification or hiring of any individual as a peace officer who has been terminated for misconduct related to any previous employment as a peace officer; to provide for exceptions; to provide for violations, penalties, and fines; to provide for definitions; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Derrick Jackson (D)*, Michelle Au (D)*, Billy Mitchell (D)*, Saira Draper (D)*, Gabriel Sanchez (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: House Second Readers
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MA bill #S38 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Resolve establishing a special commission on blockchain and cryptocurrency technology
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a special 25-member commission to comprehensively investigate blockchain technology and its potential applications in Massachusetts. The commission will include representatives from the legislature, state agencies, higher education, consumer protection groups, and financial technology companies. Its primary mission is to develop a master plan for expanding blockchain technology in the Commonwealth, with a broad mandate to examine various aspects of blockchain and cryptocurrency. The commission will explore potential government and business uses of blockchain, including applications in government records, court proceedings, registries, elections, and corporate record-keeping. Additionally, the commission will investigate the cryptocurrency industry's impact on state revenues, potential tax implications, energy consumption, consumer protection needs, and regulatory oversight. The members are required to consult with diverse stakeholders and produce a detailed report within one year, including draft legislation to support blockchain technology's responsible development. The bill defines blockchain as a mathematically secured, chronological, and decentralized ledger or database, and aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of this emerging technology's potential benefits and challenges.
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Bill Summary: By Mr. Finegold, a petition of Barry R. Finegold that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on blockchain and cryptocurrency technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Barry Finegold (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MA bill #S250 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Relative to consumer health data
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Consumer Health Data Act in Massachusetts, creating comprehensive privacy protections for consumers' health-related personal information. The legislation defines "Consumer Health Data" broadly, including information about an individual's physical or mental health conditions, medical treatments, medication use, health service research, and even derived or inferred health-related data. The bill requires businesses (called "Regulated Entities") to obtain explicit, informed consent before collecting or sharing such data, mandating clear privacy policies that detail what data is collected, from where, and with whom it might be shared. Consumers are granted specific rights, including the ability to know what health data is being collected about them, withdraw consent, and request deletion of their data. The bill prohibits selling consumer health data without a valid, detailed authorization from the consumer and requires businesses to maintain robust data security practices. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Massachusetts Attorney General, who must provide a 45-day notice period for businesses to cure any violations before initiating legal action. The legislation does not apply to health information already protected by HIPAA and includes exemptions for legally required disclosures. Notably, the bill does not allow private lawsuits, making the Attorney General the sole enforcement mechanism for these consumer protections.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to consumer health data. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 3 : Robyn Kennedy (D)*, Manny Cruz (D), Steve Owens (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MA bill #S235 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Regulating internet gaming
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for internet gaming in Massachusetts, creating a new Chapter 23O in the state's laws to govern online gambling. The bill authorizes the Massachusetts Gaming Commission to issue two types of licenses: Category 1 licenses for existing gaming licensees and Category 2 licenses for new entities, with a limit of four Category 2 licenses. The legislation requires strict regulation of internet gaming platforms, including robust consumer protection measures such as age verification, responsible gaming programs, and self-exclusion options. Operators will be subject to a 20% excise tax on adjusted gross internet gaming receipts, with revenue distributed across various state funds, including the General Fund, Workforce Investment Trust Fund, and Public Health Trust Fund. The bill mandates comprehensive background checks for operators and employees, establishes detailed reporting requirements, and includes provisions for investigating and preventing problem gambling. Additionally, the bill requires the Gaming Commission to conduct research on the social and economic impacts of internet gaming and perform a study on minority, women, and veteran business participation in the industry. The legislation aims to create a regulated, safe, and controlled environment for online gambling while generating revenue for the state and protecting consumers from potential gambling-related harm.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to ensure the Gaming Commission regulates internet gaming. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Feeney (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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OK bill #HB1190 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Law enforcement education and training; modifying certain background investigation requirement; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies requirements for law enforcement officer certification by the Oklahoma Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET), with a significant change being the prohibition of permanent resident aliens from becoming certified as peace officers. Specifically, the bill amends existing law to add a new requirement that an individual seeking certification as a peace officer must be a United States citizen, removing the previous provision that allowed resident alien status. The bill provides a grandfather clause for permanent resident aliens who are already trained and actively employed as full-time peace officers as of November 1, 2025. The legislation also maintains existing rigorous background investigation requirements for potential peace officers, which include fingerprint searches, psychological evaluations, verification of high school education, criminal background checks, and other screening measures. The bill aims to tighten citizenship requirements for law enforcement personnel while preserving opportunities for currently serving officers. The new restriction on permanent resident aliens becoming peace officers will take effect on November 1, 2025, giving current law enforcement agencies and personnel time to adapt to the new requirement.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to law enforcement education and training; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3311, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 65, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3311), which relates to the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training; modifying certain background investigation requirement; prohibiting the certification of permanent resident aliens; providing an exception; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rick West (R)*, David Bullard (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Committee
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CO bill #SB104 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Department of Public Health & Environment Supplemental
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a supplemental appropriation bill for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024. The bill provides detailed funding allocations across various divisions and programs within the department, including Administration and Support, Center for Health and Environmental Data, Disease Control and Public Health Response, Air Pollution Control Division, Water Quality Control Division, Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Division, Environmental Health and Sustainability, Office of HIV and STIs, Prevention Services Division, and Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division. The appropriations come from multiple funding sources, including the General Fund, cash funds, reappropriated funds, and federal funds. Key areas of funding include public health programs, disease prevention, environmental protection, emergency medical services, nutrition services, and various health-related initiatives. The total appropriation for the department is approximately $863,977,216, with funding sources broken down into General Fund ($142,884,439), Cash Funds ($331,781,527), Reappropriated Funds ($63,023,040), and Federal Funds ($325,997,176). The bill also includes specific footnotes providing additional guidance on the use of certain funds and legislative intent for various programs.
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Bill Summary: CONCERNING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Jeff Bridges (D)*, Shannon Bird (D)*, Judith Amabile (D)*, Barbara Kirkmeyer (R)*, Emily Sirota (D)*, Rick Taggart (R)*, Monica Duran (D), Junie Joseph (D), Julie McCluskie (D), Alex Valdez (D)
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Governor Signed
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MA bill #S301 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Advancing the economic development of the commonwealth through comprehensive data privacy
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Information Privacy and Security Act (MIPSA), a comprehensive data privacy law that provides Massachusetts residents with significant control over their personal information. The bill requires businesses (called "controllers") that meet certain thresholds to provide clear privacy notices, obtain consent for processing sensitive information, and allow individuals to access, delete, correct, and opt out of the sale of their personal data. Key provisions include requiring businesses to conduct risk assessments before processing personal information, prohibiting discriminatory data processing, and establishing a registration requirement for data brokers. The law applies to companies that conduct business in Massachusetts, process personal information of Massachusetts residents, or voluntarily certify compliance, with specific applicability thresholds based on annual revenue, number of individuals' data processed, or data broker status. Enforcement is primarily through the Attorney General, who can issue civil investigative demands and seek penalties up to $7,500 per violation, with a 30-day cure period for most violations. The bill also creates a limited private right of action for data breaches resulting from inadequate cybersecurity controls. Notably, the law will take effect 18 months after passage, with some provisions taking effect immediately, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Information Privacy and Security Act. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Barry Finegold (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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IL bill #SB1963 • Last Action 02/27/2025
INTERNET GAMING ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for Internet gaming in Illinois, creating a regulated system for online gambling. The legislation authorizes Internet gaming operators to offer online games through licensed platforms, with each Internet gaming licensee permitted to operate up to three individually branded gaming "skins" or platforms. The bill requires robust age and location verification mechanisms to ensure only eligible players (21 and older) physically located in Illinois or approved jurisdictions can participate. Internet gaming platforms must implement strong data security standards, protect user privacy, and offer responsible gaming features like self-exclusion options and betting limits. The bill imposes a 25% privilege tax on adjusted gross gaming revenue, which will be deposited into the State Gaming Fund. Licensees must be existing owners or organization licensees and are required to submit annual reports on diversity in procurement, including goals for working with businesses owned by women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. The Illinois Gaming Board will oversee licensing, regulation, and implementation, with the power to issue various types of licenses including Internet gaming, management service provider, supplier, and occupational licenses. The legislation explicitly prevents local governments from regulating Internet gaming, making it a state-controlled activity, and allows for potential future agreements with other jurisdictions to facilitate multi-state online gaming platforms.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Internet Gaming Act. Authorizes an Internet gaming operator to offer Internet gaming in accordance with the provisions of the Act. Provides that Internet gaming shall only be offered by an Internet gaming license or an Internet management services provider that has contracted with an Internet gaming licensee. Provides that an Internet gaming licensee shall offer no more than 3 individually branded Internet gaming skins. Provides that an Internet management services provider may conduct Internet gaming on its own Internet gaming platform pursuant to the agreement between the provider and an Internet gaming licensee and in accordance with the rules of the Board and the provisions of the Act. Includes provisions for: requirements of an Internet gaming platform; Internet waging accounts; license requirements; age verification, location, and responsible gaming; diversity goals in procurement and spending by Internet gaming licensees; acceptance of out-of-state wagers; and limitations on home rule units. Provides that a 25% privilege tax is imposed on Internet gaming to be deposited into the State Gaming Fund. Authorizes the adoption of emergency rules to implement the Act and makes conforming changes in the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Cristina Castro (D)*, Dave Koehler (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. David Koehler
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OR bill #HB2383 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Relating to mass transit districts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new category of personnel called "transit security officers" for mass transit districts, granting them specific authorities and regulations. The bill defines transit security officers as individuals employed by a mass transit district, appointed and sworn in by the general manager, who have completed necessary training to issue citations but are not considered peace officers and cannot carry firearms. The legislation authorizes these officers to issue citations for violations of district ordinances and allows them to wear body cameras while on duty. The bill also establishes detailed policies for body camera usage, including requirements for continuous recording when an officer develops reasonable suspicion of a crime, retention periods for recordings (180 days to 30 months), and restrictions on the use of recordings, such as prohibiting facial recognition technology. Additionally, the bill includes provisions expanding public records exemptions to protect video recordings made by transit security officers and allows these recordings to be used as evidence in court under certain conditions. The overall aim appears to be providing mass transit districts with additional tools for maintaining security and accountability while establishing clear guidelines for the use of transit security personnel.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act defines “transit security officers.” The Act says the officers may give tickets to folks who do not follow mass transit district’s rules. The Act says the officers may use body cameras to record when they are on the job. (Flesch Readability Score: 69.1). Authorizes the general manager of a mass transit district to appoint transit security officers to aid in the enforcement of mass transit ordinances. Defines “transit security officer.” Provides that a transit security officer may wear a video camera on the person’s body that re- cords the officer’s interactions with members of the public while the officer is on duty. Expands public records exemption for law enforcement officers of video recordings resulting from the opera- tion of a video camera worn upon the officer’s person to include transit security officers.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 8 : Paul Evans (D)*, Chris Gorsek (D)*, John Lively (D), Kevin Mannix (R), Nancy Nathanson (D), Thuy Tran (D), Jules Walters (D), Mark Meek (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: House Judiciary Public Hearing (15:00:00 2/27/2025 HR F)
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OK bill #HB2154 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Charter schools; Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; exemptions; financial statements; contract requirements; effective date; emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma's Charter Schools Act by introducing two key changes: first, it exempts charter schools from filing a written itemized statement of estimated needs and probable income (a financial reporting requirement), and second, it mandates that charter school governing boards must approve a budget for the upcoming fiscal year before it begins. The bill maintains the existing comprehensive framework for charter schools, which includes requirements for educational programs, testing participation, governance, compliance with federal and state laws, and performance evaluations. The new provisions aim to simplify financial reporting for charter schools while ensuring fiscal accountability through mandatory budget approval. The bill will become effective on July 1, 2025, and contains an emergency clause suggesting the immediate importance of these changes to the public education system. By amending Section 3-136 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, the legislation continues to regulate charter schools' operations, emphasizing their unique position as public schools with specialized educational approaches while maintaining oversight and accountability standards.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-136, as amended by Section 7, Chapter 323, O.S.L. 2023 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-136), which relates to the Oklahoma Charter Schools Act; exempting certain financial statements from contract requirements; requiring the approval of charter school budgets before each fiscal year; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Rob Hall (R)*, Brian Guthrie (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 03/03/2025
• Last Action: Authored by Senator Guthrie (principal Senate author)
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MA bill #H104 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, which creates comprehensive data privacy protections for Massachusetts residents by introducing two new chapters to the state's General Laws: Chapter 93M (Massachusetts Data Privacy Act) and Chapter 93N (Privacy Protections for Location Information Derived from Electronic Devices). The bill defines key terms and establishes a robust framework for how businesses (called "covered entities") can collect, process, and transfer personal data. Key provisions include requiring explicit consent for data collection, giving individuals rights to access, correct, delete, and export their personal data, prohibiting targeted advertising to minors, and establishing strict rules around sensitive data like biometric information and precise geolocation data. The legislation applies to businesses based on their annual revenues and amount of data collected, with more stringent requirements for large data holders. The bill provides individuals with a private right of action to sue for violations, with potential damages ranging from $5,000 to a percentage of the company's annual global revenue. Enforcement is primarily through the Massachusetts Attorney General, who can investigate violations and impose significant penalties. The act will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements. Overall, the bill represents a comprehensive approach to data privacy that aims to give Massachusetts residents more control over their personal information and hold businesses accountable for responsible data practices.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 11 : Andy Vargas (D)*, Erika Uyterhoeven (D), James Arena-Derosa (D), Adrianne Ramos (D), Mindy Domb (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Natalie Higgins (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Dave Rogers (D), Becca Rausch (D), Jim Arciero (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #S1504 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive legislative effort to protect public health in Massachusetts by addressing Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of synthetic chemicals known for their persistent environmental presence and potential health risks. The bill establishes a PFAS Remediation Trust Fund to support mitigation efforts, with funds sourced from legal settlements, grants, and other allocations, prioritizing assistance to environmental justice populations. It mandates that the Department of Environmental Protection update groundwater and surface water discharge permits to require PFAS monitoring, reporting, and best management practices for industrial users. The legislation also prohibits the use of PFAS in food packaging, requires a study on PFAS in agricultural products, and creates restrictions on PFAS in consumer products like children's products, cookware, and personal care items, with provisions for temporary exemptions for unavoidable uses. Additionally, the bill bans PFAS in Class B firefighting foam for training purposes, establishes a public reporting platform for PFAS-containing products, develops a multilingual public awareness campaign about PFAS contamination, and provides tax relief for agricultural lands impacted by PFAS. The bill includes staggered implementation dates between 2028 and 2035, reflecting the complexity of phasing out these widespread chemicals while supporting industries in finding alternatives.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to protect Massachusetts public health from Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) a group of chemicals that are used in many consumer products and industrial processes. Public Health.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 12 : Julian Cyr (D)*, Manny Cruz (D), Adam Gómez (D), Michael Brady (D), Robyn Kennedy (D), Jason Lewis (D), Bruce Tarr (R), Dylan Fernandes (D), Brad Jones (R), John Keenan (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Jo Comerford (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MA bill #S804 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Providing for regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive regulations for virtual currency kiosks operating in Massachusetts, establishing a detailed framework for their operation, customer protection, and compliance. The bill defines key terms like virtual currency, blockchain, and digital wallet, and mandates that virtual currency kiosk operators must obtain a money transmitter license. Operators are required to implement robust consumer protection measures, including disclosing significant risks associated with virtual currency transactions, such as price volatility, lack of government backing, and potential for fraud. The bill requires operators to provide clear transaction receipts, maintain live customer service, use blockchain analytics to prevent fraudulent transactions, and develop written anti-fraud and enhanced due diligence policies. Additionally, operators must designate full-time compliance and consumer protection officers who cannot own more than 20% of the company. They must submit quarterly reports on kiosk locations and comply with federal laws like the Bank Secrecy Act and PATRIOT Act. Operators must also provide customers with warnings about potential scams and irreversible transactions before completing any virtual currency exchange, with the overall goal of protecting consumers and establishing transparent, accountable virtual currency kiosk operations in the state.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to provide regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators. Financial Services.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Patrick O'Connor (R)*, Jo Comerford (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MN bill #SF1988 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Correspondence in government record retention law correspondence definition; three-year retention period for correspondence establishment
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Minnesota's government record retention laws by clarifying definitions and establishing a minimum three-year retention period for correspondence. The bill expands the definition of "government records" and specifically defines "correspondence" as any written or electronic text-based communication between government officials that documents agency activities, while excluding personal communications, social event announcements, and unsolicited promotional materials. The legislation requires public agencies to maintain an active records management program and mandates that correspondence records must be retained for at least three years from their creation or receipt. The bill also reinforces existing requirements for public officers to preserve records necessary for a full and accurate understanding of their official activities, allowing for various reproduction methods like digital imaging and microfilming. These changes aim to improve government record keeping practices by providing clearer guidelines on what constitutes official correspondence and ensuring that important communications are preserved for a minimum standard period, which can help with transparency, accountability, and historical documentation of government activities.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to data practices; defining correspondence in government record retention law; providing minimum three-year retention period for correspondence; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 15.17, subdivisions 1, 2; 138.17, subdivisions 1, 7.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 2 : Mark Koran (R)*, Warren Limmer (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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MA bill #H2450 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to protect public health from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of potentially harmful chemicals found in many consumer products and environmental settings. The bill establishes a PFAS Remediation Trust Fund to support cleanup and mitigation efforts, with a focus on environmental justice populations. It requires the Department of Environmental Protection to amend discharge permits to monitor and limit PFAS in industrial processes, and mandates the development of a multilingual public awareness campaign about PFAS contamination. The legislation prohibits the sale of food packaging, certain children's products, personal care products, and firefighting equipment containing intentionally added PFAS, with some exemptions for unavoidable uses. The bill also requires manufacturers to report PFAS-containing products, creates a publicly accessible reporting platform, and mandates testing for unintentionally added PFAS. Additionally, it restricts the use of PFAS-containing firefighting foam for training purposes and provides tax considerations for agricultural land impacted by PFAS contamination. The bill includes provisions for studying PFAS levels in agricultural products and sets various implementation dates for different sections of the legislation, with some key provisions taking effect between 2028 and 2035.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to protect public health from PFAS. Public Health.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 32 : Kate Hogan (D)*, Michael Brady (D), Steve Ultrino (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Steve Owens (D), Carlos González (D), Kristin Kassner (D), Alyson Sullivan (R), Natalie Higgins (D), David Linsky (D), Chris Flanagan (D), Jenny Armini (D), Paul McMurtry (D), Vanna Howard (D), Brad Jones (R), Carmine Gentile (D), Adrian Madaro (D), Jamie Eldridge (D), Dan Sena (D), Manny Cruz (D), Dave Rogers (D), Tram Nguyen (D), Jim Arciero (D), Patrick Kearney (D), James Arena-Derosa (D), Sam Montaño (D), Kevin Honan (D), Natalie Blais (D), Adrianne Ramos (D), Rich Haggerty (D), Mindy Domb (D), Bruce Tarr (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #S29 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, creating comprehensive privacy protections for Massachusetts residents' personal data. The legislation introduces two new chapters to the General Laws: Chapter 93M (Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act) and Chapter 93N (Privacy Protections for Location Information Derived from Electronic Devices). The bill defines key terms like "covered data" and "sensitive covered data" and establishes robust rights for individuals, including the ability to access, correct, delete, and export their personal information. Covered entities (businesses collecting data) must obtain clear consent before collecting or processing data, provide transparent privacy policies, and are prohibited from using deceptive practices or "dark patterns" to manipulate user choices. The bill restricts the collection and transfer of sensitive data, bans targeted advertising to minors, and requires data brokers to register with the state. Enforcement mechanisms include both private right of action and potential action by the Attorney General, with potential penalties of up to 4% of a company's annual global revenue or $20 million per action. The legislation aims to give individuals more control over their personal information, protect their privacy, and hold companies accountable for responsible data handling practices. The bill will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 6 : Cynthia Creem (D)*, Jamie Eldridge (D), Jo Comerford (D), Becca Rausch (D), Pat Jehlen (D), Julian Cyr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MA bill #S707 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Relative to preventing fraud and establishing regulations on certain virtual currencies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for virtual currency kiosks in Massachusetts, focusing on preventing fraud and protecting consumers. The legislation requires virtual currency kiosk operators to be licensed as money transmitters, register their kiosks with state authorities, and provide clear disclosures about the risks of virtual currency transactions. Operators must use blockchain analytics software to prevent fraudulent transactions, maintain an anti-fraud policy, and designate a full-time compliance officer. The bill limits daily transactions to $1,000 per customer and caps transaction fees at either $5 or 3% of the transaction value. Additionally, kiosks must provide live customer service and offer refunds to new customers who have been fraudulently induced to make transactions within a 30-day period. The bill also creates a special 25-member commission to investigate blockchain technology's potential uses in government and business, examining its feasibility, risks, and benefits across various sectors. Furthermore, the state treasurer is tasked with developing a digital module to help Massachusetts residents understand virtual currencies, with specific resources for older adults to prevent fraud. The goal is to create a robust regulatory framework that protects consumers while allowing responsible innovation in the virtual currency space.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to prevent fraud and establish regulations on certain virtual currencies. Financial Services.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 6 : John Cronin (D)*, Peter Durant (R), Jo Comerford (D), Sal DiDomenico (D), Pat Jehlen (D), Michael Brady (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MA bill #S1588 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Relative to chemicals in food packaging
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to regulate the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of fluorinated chemicals, in food packaging. The legislation defines key terms such as "food package," "manufacturer," "package," and "packaging component," and prohibits the manufacture, sale, distribution, or use of food packaging that intentionally contains PFAS in any amount within the Commonwealth. Manufacturers and suppliers must provide a certificate of compliance to purchasers, which must be signed by an authorized company officer and retained for as long as the package is in use. These certificates must be kept on file by the manufacturer and can be requested by the Department of Public Health or made available to the public. If a manufacturer reformulates or creates a new package, they must provide an updated certificate of compliance. The ban on PFAS in food packaging will take effect on January 1, 2027, while the compliance certificate requirements will become effective 90 days after the act is enacted. This bill is part of a broader effort to reduce potential health risks associated with PFAS exposure through food packaging materials.
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Bill Summary: For legislation relative to chemicals in food packaging. Public Health.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Moore (D)*, Jamie Eldridge (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MA bill #H1902 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Relative to the reliability of testifying informants
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces new legal provisions regarding the use of testifying informants in criminal proceedings in Massachusetts, aimed at improving transparency and reliability of testimony from individuals who may receive benefits for their statements. The bill defines a "testifying informant" as someone testifying about admissions made by an accused and who has requested or may receive a benefit for their testimony. It mandates that district attorneys and the Attorney General's Office create and maintain detailed, centralized records documenting the informant's criminal history, any deals or promises made, and all communications with the informant. The bill requires prosecutors to disclose comprehensive information about the informant, including their criminal history, communication details, inconsistent statements, and previous testimony in other cases. Furthermore, the legislation establishes a mandatory pre-trial reliability hearing where the prosecution must prove, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the informant's testimony is reliable. If the prosecution fails to demonstrate the informant's reliability, the court cannot allow their testimony at trial. The bill also requires prosecutors to notify victims if an informant receives leniency in exchange for their testimony, adding an additional layer of transparency to the criminal justice process.
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Bill Summary: Relative to the reliability of testifying informants. The Judiciary.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : John Moran (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H1247 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Relative to preventing fraud and establishing regulations on certain virtual currencies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for virtual currency kiosks in Massachusetts, focusing on preventing fraud and protecting consumers. The legislation requires virtual currency kiosk operators to be licensed as money transmitters, register their kiosks with state authorities, and provide detailed disclosures to customers about the risks of virtual currency transactions. Operators must use blockchain analytics software to prevent transactions to fraudulent wallet addresses, maintain a written anti-fraud policy, and designate a full-time compliance officer. The bill limits daily transactions to $1,000 per customer and caps transaction fees at either $5 or 3% of the transaction value. Additionally, kiosks must provide live customer service and issue refunds to new and existing customers who have been fraudulently induced to make transactions. The bill also establishes a special commission to investigate blockchain technology's potential uses in government and business, examining its feasibility, risks, and benefits across various sectors. Furthermore, it mandates that the state treasurer develop educational resources about virtual currencies, with specific materials tailored for older adults to help them understand and protect themselves from potential scams.
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Bill Summary: Relative to regulations on certain virtual currencies. Financial Services.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 8 : Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D)*, Colleen Garry (D), Tom Stanley (D), Jessica Giannino (D), Tara Hong (D), Sean Reid (D), Lindsay Sabadosa (D), Brian Murray (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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WA bill #SB5316 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Modifying provisions of the revised uniform unclaimed property act.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies various provisions of Washington state's Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, making several technical and substantive changes to how unclaimed property is handled. Key provisions include clarifying the abandonment period for prearrangement funeral service contract trusts, which will now be presumed abandoned three years after the contract beneficiary's death or when they would have reached 107 years old. The bill reduces the reporting threshold for property from $75 to $5, meaning more low-value property will be tracked. It also introduces new rules for virtual currency, requiring holders to liquidate such assets within 30 days before reporting and submit the proceeds. The bill establishes stricter time limits for administrative actions, including a six-year limit on issuing liability determinations for holders and a ten-year limit on commencing examinations or actions related to reporting obligations. Additionally, the bill updates various definitions, enhances confidentiality provisions for certain administrative records, and makes technical corrections to existing unclaimed property statutes. The changes aim to streamline the unclaimed property reporting process, provide more clarity for holders and the state administrator, and ensure more efficient management of abandoned property.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to modifying provisions of the revised uniform 2 unclaimed property act by clarifying the abandonment period and 3 reporting procedures for prearrangement funeral service contracts 4 trusts, modifying holder reporting requirements, modifying owner 5 notification requirements, and making other changes not estimated to 6 impact revenue; amending RCW 18.39.370, 63.30.010, 63.30.040, 7 63.30.050, 63.30.090, 63.30.120, 63.30.230, 63.30.240, 63.30.280, 8 63.30.300, 63.30.330, 63.30.340, 63.30.360, 63.30.410, 63.30.420, 9 63.30.460, 63.30.550, 63.30.650, 63.30.680, 63.30.690, 63.30.730, 10 63.30.740, 63.30.790, and 63.30.820; adding a new section to chapter 11 63.30 RCW; creating new sections; repealing RCW 63.30.670; and 12 providing an effective date. 13
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Paul Harris (R)*, Bob Hasegawa (D), Deborah Krishnadasan (D), T'wina Nobles (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 14
• Last Amended: 02/08/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to Finance.
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MA bill #S33 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act, which creates comprehensive data privacy protections for Massachusetts residents. The bill applies to businesses that process personal data of at least 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers while deriving over 25% of their gross revenue from selling personal data. Key provisions include giving consumers the right to confirm what personal data is being processed about them, access that data, correct inaccuracies, delete personal data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain automated profiling. The bill imposes significant obligations on businesses (called "controllers") to limit data collection, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, protect children's data, and provide clear privacy notices. Controllers must obtain parental consent for processing data of children under 13 and are prohibited from certain practices that could harm minors, such as targeted advertising to children. The bill requires businesses to conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities and implement reasonable data security practices. Enforcement is exclusively through the Massachusetts Attorney General, with a cure period from July 2026 to December 2027 that allows businesses to address violations before facing potential action. The law will take effect on July 1, 2026, and violations are considered unfair trade practices under existing Massachusetts law.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the comprehensive Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/10/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : William Driscoll (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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MA bill #S45 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Establishing the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, creating comprehensive data privacy protections for residents by introducing two new chapters to the state's General Laws. The first chapter (Chapter 93M) establishes broad data privacy requirements for covered entities, defining key terms and outlining specific obligations for businesses handling personal data. Key provisions include requiring clear consent for data collection, giving individuals rights to access, correct, and delete their personal data, and prohibiting deceptive data practices. The bill defines "covered data" as information that can identify an individual, with special protections for sensitive data like biometric information, location data, and data related to minors. The second chapter (Chapter 93N) focuses specifically on location information, creating strict rules for how businesses can collect, process, and disclose an individual's location data. Businesses must obtain explicit consent before collecting location information, can only use it for specific "permissible purposes," and are prohibited from selling or misusing such data. The bill requires businesses to maintain transparent location privacy policies and gives individuals the right to opt out of location data collection and targeted advertising. The legislation provides robust enforcement mechanisms, including a private right of action for individuals and the ability for the Attorney General to bring civil actions. Violations can result in significant financial penalties, with potential fines up to 4% of a company's annual global revenue or $20 million. The bill will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements. Overall, the bill aims to give Massachusetts residents greater control over their personal data and protect their privacy in an increasingly digital world.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Data Privacy Protection Act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/11/2025
• Added: 03/11/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 5 : Mike Moore (D)*, Jamie Eldridge (D), Jo Comerford (D), Becca Rausch (D), Julian Cyr (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: House concurred
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OK bill #SB349 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Higher education; requiring certain institutions of higher education to report certain funding from certain foreign sources. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires higher education institutions in Oklahoma to report any funding received from foreign sources that exceeds $50,000, providing detailed quarterly reports to the Governor and legislative committee chairs. The bill defines key terms such as "covered institutions" (which includes state and private accredited colleges), "foreign sources" (including foreign governments, non-U.S. individuals, and foreign legal entities), and "reportable funding" (contracts, gifts, grants, and other monetary exchanges). Each covered institution must submit a report on the first day of each calendar quarter detailing the amount, type, purpose, and source of foreign funding, including copies of any associated agreements. These reports must be made publicly available on the institution's website and are subject to open records laws. Institutions that willfully fail to report funding can be fined up to $10,000 per incident, with the fine and unreported funds deposited in the General Revenue Fund. The Attorney General is authorized to investigate noncompliance. The bill includes an exception for individual foreign students paying tuition and allows the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to develop implementation rules. The act will become effective on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause indicating immediate necessity for public safety.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to higher education; defining terms; requiring certain institutions of higher education to provide certain report on certain funding by the first day of each calendar quarter; providing for contents of report; directing the report to be subject to certain act and posted on certain institution’s website; requiring report to be electronically submitted to the Governor and the chairs of certain committees; subjecting covered institutions to certain fine for willful failure to include certain information in certain report; directing fine amount and unreported funding to be deposited in certain fund; allowing the Attorney General to investigate noncompliance; providing certain construction; providing for promulgation of rules; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2025
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Micheal Bergstrom (R)*, Neil Hays (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/03/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Hays (principal House author)
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MA bill #H908 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To "Skip the Stuff" to reduce restaurant waste
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to reduce restaurant packaging waste in Massachusetts by implementing several key provisions. The legislation requires food service providers to only provide single-use food serviceware and condiments upon customer request, allowing restaurants to charge a $0.75 fee per transaction for these items. Third-party food delivery platforms must also offer customers the option to select specific single-use items, and only provide those specifically requested. New full-service restaurants will be required to use reusable food serviceware for on-premise dining, with limited exceptions for certain paper products. The bill addresses environmental and health concerns related to disposable packaging, noting that such items often contain harmful chemicals, contribute significantly to litter, and are frequently non-recyclable or non-compostable. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection will be responsible for enforcing the law, with a graduated penalty system for violations: first a written notice, then fines ranging from $50 to $150 for subsequent infractions. The department is also tasked with conducting educational outreach about the environmental and health impacts of single-use food serviceware. Importantly, the bill allows local municipalities to implement even more restrictive regulations if they choose, and most provisions will take effect one year after the act's enactment.
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Bill Summary: Relative to food and beverage packaging waste. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Michelle Ciccolo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H103 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Neural Data Privacy Protection Act, creating comprehensive privacy protections for individuals' data with a particular focus on neural data. The bill defines neural data as information generated by measuring an individual's central or peripheral nervous system activity and introduces stringent requirements for covered entities (businesses and organizations collecting or processing data) regarding data collection, processing, and transfer. Key provisions include requiring explicit, informed consent for data collection, giving individuals rights to access, correct, delete, and export their data, and implementing privacy-by-design principles. The bill establishes robust protections for sensitive data, including neural data, prohibiting its collection or transfer without strict conditions. Individuals are granted the right to opt out of data processing, profiling, and targeted advertising, with special protections for minors. The legislation allows for both private right of action and enforcement by the Attorney General, with potential penalties of up to 4% of a company's annual global revenue or $20 million per action for violations. Notably, the bill requires covered entities to provide clear, understandable privacy policies, maintain data security, and avoid discriminatory data practices. The act will take effect one year after its enactment, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts neural data privacy protection act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Andy Vargas (D)*, Simon Cataldo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H461 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Relative to consumer health data
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Consumer Health Data Act in Massachusetts, creating comprehensive privacy protections for consumers' health-related personal information. The legislation defines "Consumer Health Data" broadly, covering a wide range of personal health information, including medical conditions, treatments, bodily functions, location data used for health services, and even derived or inferred health-related data. Regulated entities (businesses operating in Massachusetts or targeting Massachusetts consumers) must obtain explicit, informed consent before collecting or sharing this data, and must maintain a clear privacy policy that details what data is collected, from where, and with whom it might be shared. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the right to know what health data is being collected about them, to withdraw consent, and to request deletion of their data. The bill prohibits selling consumer health data without a valid, detailed authorization from the consumer, and requires businesses to implement robust data security practices. Enforcement is exclusively vested with the Massachusetts Attorney General, who must provide a 45-day notice period for entities to cure any violations before initiating legal action. The law exempts certain health information already protected by federal HIPAA regulations and does not create a private right of action, meaning consumers cannot sue directly for violations. The bill aims to provide strong privacy protections for Massachusetts residents' sensitive health information in an increasingly data-driven digital landscape.
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Bill Summary: Relative to consumer health dat. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 4 : Lindsay Sabadosa (D)*, Brian Ashe (D), Manny Cruz (D), Steve Owens (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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VT bill #S0093 • Last Action 02/27/2025
An act relating to consumer data privacy
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Vermont Data Privacy Act, a comprehensive consumer data privacy law that provides Vermonters with significant protections and rights regarding their personal data. The bill applies to businesses that process personal data of at least 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers with over 25% of gross revenue from data sales. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, access and correct their data, delete their personal data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain automated profiling. Controllers (businesses handling personal data) must obtain consent for processing sensitive data, limit data collection, maintain data security, and provide clear privacy notices. The bill includes special provisions for consumer health data, prohibiting actions like using geofences near health facilities to track consumers and selling health data without consent. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Attorney General, with a temporary cure period from July 2025 to December 2026 that allows businesses to address violations before potential legal action. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action for consumers. The law will take effect on July 1, 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for compliance with these new data privacy requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to provide data privacy protections to Vermonters.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Thomas Chittenden (D)*, Scott Beck (R), Ann Cummings (D), Christopher Mattos (R), Kesha Ram Hinsdale (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs
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OK bill #SB987 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Oklahoma Department of Commerce; creating the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Board; providing for qualifications for Board members. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Board, a nine-member advisory oversight board responsible for guiding the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. The board will consist of members appointed by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Governor, with the Secretary of Commerce serving as chair. Board members must have at least five years of private sector experience and expertise in areas such as economic development, finance, technology, or other critical industries. The bill modifies the appointment procedures for the Chief Executive Officer, who will now be selected by the board instead of the Governor, and establishes specific qualifications for the role. The board will have responsibilities including approving the department's strategic plan, reviewing budgets, advising on the Chief Executive Officer's appointment, and providing annual reports to the Governor and Legislature. Board meetings will be subject to open meeting and open records laws, with provisions for maintaining confidentiality of certain business-related information. Members will serve staggered terms, with initial appointments having one- or two-year terms, and subsequent terms lasting three years. Board members will not receive a salary but may receive travel reimbursement, and they can serve on other state boards if otherwise qualified. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5003.4, as amended by Section 3, Chapter 377, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 5003.4), which relates to definitions; defining terms; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5003.5, as last amended by Section 4, Chapter 377, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 5003.5), which relates to the Chief Executive Officer of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; modifying appointment procedures; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Section 5003.7, as amended by Section 5, Chapter 377, O.S.L. 2024 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 5003.7), which relates to the five-year economic development plan; designating who approves strategic plan; updating statutory reference; creating the Oklahoma Department of Commerce Board; providing for membership; stating quorum; providing for qualifications for Board members; stating appointment terms; establishing Board procedures for election of chair and vice chair and presiding of meetings; allowing for certain reimbursement; permitting members to serve on other boards and commissions; subjecting Board to the provisions of the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act and Oklahoma Open Records Act; providing for use of executive sessions by Board; stating other duties of the Board; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kristen Thompson (R)*, Mike Osburn (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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MA bill #H80 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Establishing the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Comprehensive Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act, creating a robust framework for protecting consumers' personal data privacy. The legislation applies to businesses that process personal data of at least 100,000 consumers or 25,000 consumers with over 25% of gross revenue from data sales. The bill grants consumers several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, access and correct their data, delete personal data, obtain a portable copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain automated profiling. The act imposes significant obligations on data controllers, requiring them to limit data collection, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, protect data security, and avoid processing data for purposes incompatible with original collection. Notably, the bill includes special protections for minors, prohibiting targeted advertising and data sales involving consumers under 16 without explicit consent. Controllers must provide clear privacy notices, establish secure means for consumers to exercise their rights, and conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities. The legislation exclusively empowers the Massachusetts Attorney General to enforce these provisions, with a unique approach that initially provides a 60-day cure period for violations between July 2026 and December 2027. After January 2028, the Attorney General will have discretion in determining whether to allow violations to be cured based on factors like the number and nature of violations. Violations are considered unfair trade practices, and the bill explicitly prevents private lawsuits, reserving enforcement power solely with the Attorney General's office. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, marking a significant step in comprehensive data privacy protection for Massachusetts residents.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 2 : Kate Hogan (D)*, Lindsay Sabadosa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H78 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Establishing the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Massachusetts Consumer Data Privacy Act, a comprehensive privacy law that provides significant protections for consumers' personal data. The bill defines numerous terms and creates a framework for how businesses (controllers) must handle personal data, giving consumers specific rights such as confirming what data is being collected, accessing their personal data, correcting inaccuracies, deleting data, and opting out of targeted advertising and data transfers. Controllers must obtain affirmative consent for processing sensitive data, which includes information about racial origin, health conditions, genetic data, precise location, and data about minors. The law applies to businesses that collect data from at least 25,000 consumers or derive revenue from selling personal data. Businesses must provide clear privacy notices, establish secure methods for consumers to exercise their rights, and conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities. The Attorney General has enforcement powers, including the ability to bring civil actions with potential penalties of at least $15,000 per violation, and consumers can also sue for damages (except against small businesses). The bill includes numerous exemptions for specific types of data and processing, such as compliance with other laws, protecting against fraud, and conducting scientific research. Notably, the law prohibits discriminatory data processing and targeted advertising to minors, and takes effect 180 days after enactment.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to establish the Massachusetts consumer data privacy act. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 21 : Tricia Farley-Bouvier (D)*, Manny Cruz (D), Sean Garballey (D), Priscila Sousa (D), Erika Uyterhoeven (D), James Arena-Derosa (D), John Moran (D), Jim Hawkins (D), Dan Sena (D), Angelo Puppolo (D), Margaret Scarsdale (D), Christine Barber (D), Adrianne Ramos (D), Marjorie Decker (D), Kristin Kassner (D), Natalie Higgins (D), Paul McMurtry (D), Brad Jones (R), Sam Montaño (D), Carmine Gentile (D), Rob Consalvo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H88 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Establishing a special commission on blockchain and cryptocurrency
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a special 25-member commission to investigate and develop a comprehensive plan for blockchain technology's expansion in Massachusetts. The commission will include legislators, government officials, and appointees from various sectors, such as financial technology, consumer protection, and higher education. The commission's mandate is to examine numerous aspects of blockchain technology, including its potential use in government records, court proceedings, and business operations, as well as exploring its impact on state revenues, cryptocurrency regulation, consumer protection, and energy consumption. They will specifically investigate the feasibility of using blockchain in state registries, corporate record-keeping, and potential tax implications of cryptocurrency transactions. The commission is tasked with considering historical barriers to technology adoption, especially for underrepresented groups, and will consult with a diverse range of stakeholders. Within one year of its formation, the commission must submit a detailed report to the state legislature, including a master plan for fostering blockchain technology and draft legislation to support its recommendations. The bill also provides a technical definition of blockchain as "a mathematically secured, chronological and decentralized ledger or database."
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Bill Summary: Relative to blockchain and cryptocurrency. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H332 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Regulating internet gaming
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for internet gaming in Massachusetts. The legislation creates Chapter 23O, which authorizes and regulates internet gaming operations through two types of licenses: Category 1 licenses for existing gaming licensees and Category 2 licenses for new entities, with a maximum of four Category 2 licenses available. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission will oversee the industry, with robust requirements for licensing, consumer protection, and responsible gaming. Key provisions include a 20% tax on adjusted gross internet gaming receipts, strict age restrictions (21 and over), and comprehensive regulations to prevent problem gambling, such as mandatory self-exclusion lists and prominent display of gambling helpline information. The bill requires operators to implement responsible gaming programs, protect customer data, and prevent underage and unauthorized gambling. Operators must obtain detailed licenses, undergo background checks, and comply with extensive reporting and monitoring requirements. The bill also establishes multiple funds to distribute gaming revenues, including allocations to the General Fund, Workforce Investment Trust Fund, Gaming Local Aid Fund, Youth Development Fund, and Public Health Trust Fund. Additionally, the legislation mandates ongoing research into the social and economic effects of internet gaming and requires a study on minority, women, and veteran participation in the industry.
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Bill Summary: For legislation to regulate internet gaming. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Dan Cahill (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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AR bill #SB147 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning The Department Of Transformation And Shared Services; And To Change The Name Of The Department Of Transformation And Shared Services; And To Declare An Emergency.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends numerous Arkansas state laws to change references to the "Department of Transformation and Shared Services" to the "Department of Shared Administrative Services" across multiple sections of the state code. The changes primarily involve technical updates to the department's name while maintaining its existing organizational structure and responsibilities. The bill affects a wide range of state government functions, including information systems, personnel management, procurement, building authority, and various administrative services. Specifically, the bill modifies references in statutes related to technology resources, state procurement, personnel management, building services, information systems, and other administrative functions. The changes appear to be primarily cosmetic, ensuring consistency in the department's name throughout Arkansas state law. The bill includes an emergency clause that would make the name change effective on July 1, 2025, allowing the department time to prepare for the transition. The legislation demonstrates a straightforward administrative update to standardize the department's official name across state statutes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSFORMATION AND SHARED SERVICES; TO CHANGE THE NAME OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSFORMATION AND SHARED SERVICES; TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 02/28/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Jim Dotson (R)*, Jimmy Gazaway (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 33
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Notification that SB147 is now Act 205
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MN bill #HF428 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Correspondence in government record retention law defined, and minimum three-year retention period for correspondence provided.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies and strengthens government record retention laws in Minnesota by defining correspondence and establishing a minimum three-year retention period for such records. Specifically, the bill amends existing statutes to define "correspondence" as any written or electronic text-based communication between government officials that documents events, decisions, business, and functions of an agency, while explicitly excluding purely personal communications, social event announcements, and unrelated promotional materials. The bill requires public officers and agencies to preserve government records necessary for a full and accurate knowledge of their activities, and mandates that correspondence records must be kept for at least three years from their creation or receipt. The legislation empowers public officers to reproduce records using various methods like photographic, digital, or optical imaging systems, ensuring that these reproductions are legally equivalent to original documents. Additionally, the bill maintains the existing Records Disposition Panel's authority to direct the destruction, preservation, or reproduction of government records, while providing a more precise framework for managing and retaining official communications across state and local government entities.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to data practices; defining correspondence in government record retention law; providing minimum three-year retention period for correspondence; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 15.17, subdivisions 1, 2; 138.17, subdivisions 1, 7.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Peggy Scott (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (10:15:00 2/27/2025 )
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MA bill #H914 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To create fees for single use disposable food containers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework to reduce single-use disposable food container waste in Massachusetts by creating new regulations and fees for food service providers. The legislation introduces a $0.01 fee per disposable container used when customers do not bring their own reusable containers, with all collected fees deposited into a new Clean Environment Fund dedicated to environmental protection, waste reduction, and climate change mitigation projects. The bill defines key terms like "food service provider" broadly to include restaurants, grocery stores, and mobile food vendors, and requires these establishments to offer customers the option of using reusable containers. New full-service restaurants will be required to use reusable food serviceware for on-premise dining, with exceptions for specific items like napkins and wrappers. The Department of Environmental Protection will be responsible for enforcing the law, with a graduated penalty system that starts with a written warning for first violations and escalates to fines up to $150 for subsequent violations. The bill also mandates educational outreach about the environmental and health impacts of single-use food serviceware, and includes provisions allowing local municipalities to implement even stricter regulations. Most provisions will take effect one year after enactment, with some immediate implementation of educational requirements.
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Bill Summary: Relative to fees for single use disposable food containers. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Michelle Ciccolo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H913 • Last Action 02/27/2025
To create fees for single use beverage containers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a comprehensive framework to reduce single-use beverage container waste in Massachusetts by establishing several key provisions. The legislation introduces a $0.01 fee for each disposable beverage container used when customers do not bring their own reusable containers, with all collected fees directed to a new Clean Environment Fund dedicated to environmental protection, recycling, and waste reduction programs. Food service providers, including restaurants, must now permit customers to use reusable beverage containers that comply with food safety regulations and can be refused if they appear unsanitary. The bill mandates educational outreach about the environmental and health impacts of single-use containers and establishes an enforcement mechanism with escalating fines for non-compliance: first a written warning, then a $50 fine for a second violation, and at least $150 for subsequent violations. Additionally, new full-service restaurants will only be granted business licenses if they commit to using reusable food serviceware for on-premise dining, with limited exceptions for take-out packaging. The legislation is designed to address the significant environmental and health concerns associated with disposable food packaging, such as street litter, waste stream contamination, and potentially harmful chemical additives in packaging materials, while providing a structured approach to promoting more sustainable food service practices.
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Bill Summary: Relative to fees for single use beverage containers. Environment and Natural Resources.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/13/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Michelle Ciccolo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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MA bill #H1089 • Last Action 02/27/2025
Providing for regulation and reporting requirements for qualifying virtual currency kiosk operators
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive regulation for virtual currency kiosk operators in Massachusetts, establishing detailed requirements for their operations, consumer protection, and compliance. The legislation defines key terms like "virtual currency" and "virtual currency kiosk" and mandates that operators must obtain a money transmitter license. Operators must disclose significant risks to customers, including the lack of government backing, potential for irreversible transactions, price volatility, and fraud risks. They are required to use blockchain analytics to prevent transactions to fraudulent digital wallets, provide customer service during specified hours, and maintain robust anti-fraud and compliance policies. Each operator must designate a full-time compliance officer and a consumer protection officer who cannot own more than 20% of the company. Operators must submit quarterly reports on kiosk locations to the Commissioner of Banks and establish written policies for enhanced due diligence, particularly focusing on protecting vulnerable individuals. The bill also ensures that federal laws like the Bank Secrecy Act and PATRIOT Act take precedence in case of any inconsistencies, and requires operators to provide detailed transaction receipts and customer disclosures. Unlicensed operators have 60 days to apply for a money transmitter license and can continue operations while their application is under review.
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Bill Summary: Relative to virtual currency kiosk operators. Financial Services.
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• Introduced: 03/12/2025
• Added: 03/12/2025
• Session: 194th General Court
• Sponsors: 1 : Bruce Ayers (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Senate concurred
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IL bill #SB1807 • Last Action 02/26/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to increase the maximum income limitation for the Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption from $65,000 to $85,000, effective for taxable years 2026 and thereafter. The exemption is designed to help low-income seniors aged 65 or older by freezing the assessed value of their primary residence for property tax purposes. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 15-172 of the Property Tax Code to raise the income threshold, which means more senior homeowners will be eligible for this tax relief. The exemption allows qualifying seniors to have their property's assessed value remain at the base year level, even if property values in the area increase, thus helping to protect seniors on fixed incomes from rising property tax burdens. The change aims to provide additional financial support to senior homeowners by expanding the income eligibility for this assessment freeze, making it easier for more seniors to benefit from this property tax exemption.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, provides that, for taxable years 2026 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation is $85,000 (currently, $65,000). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 5 : Willie Preston (D)*, Javier Cervantes (D), Karina Villa (D), Napoleon Harris (D), Bill Cunningham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Napoleon Harris, III
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NY bill #S05663 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Relates to establishing extended producer responsibility for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries; provides that no later than June 30, 2026 a producer shall submit a plan for the establishment of a collection program for electric or hybrid vehicle batteries; establishes the electric and hybrid vehicle batteries extended producer responsibility fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries in New York State, requiring battery producers to create and implement a comprehensive collection, recycling, and management system for these batteries. The bill mandates that by June 30, 2026, producers must submit a plan to the state detailing how they will collect and recycle batteries, with a goal of achieving increasingly ambitious recycling rates over time (30% within five years, 50% within ten years, and 75% within fifteen years). Producers will be responsible for all costs associated with the collection program and must establish convenient collection sites across the state, ensuring that consumers can return batteries free of charge. The legislation also prohibits the disposal of electric and hybrid vehicle batteries in solid waste facilities, starting January 1, 2027, and requires producers to gradually incorporate post-consumer recycled content into new batteries, beginning with 10% and increasing to 30% over time. Additionally, the bill creates an advisory board to provide recommendations, establishes a special state fund to support the program, and includes penalties for non-compliance, with producers potentially facing fines of up to $500 per violation. The ultimate aim is to create a sustainable system for managing electric and hybrid vehicle batteries that reduces waste and promotes recycling.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law and the state finance law, in relation to establishing extended producer responsibility for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Brian Kavanagh (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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NY bill #A06193 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Establishes extended producer responsibility for textiles; requires a producer, either individually or cooperatively in a group or with a representative organization to submit to the department of environmental conservation a plan for the establishment of a collection program for textile covered products no later than December 31, 2026.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes an extended producer responsibility program for textiles in New York State, requiring textile producers to create and implement a comprehensive collection and recycling program for discarded textile products. By December 31, 2026, producers must submit a plan to the Department of Environmental Conservation detailing how they will collect, transport, and recycle textile products, with the program set to begin implementation by July 1, 2027. The plan must ensure convenient collection sites across the state, with at least one permanent collection site in each county and an additional site for every 30,000 people. Producers will be responsible for all program costs and must provide free disposal options for consumers. The bill defines a wide range of textile products covered, including clothing, accessories, and household textile articles, and establishes a Textile Stewardship Advisory Board to provide recommendations. Retailers will be prohibited from selling textile products from producers not participating in an approved collection program, and producers must provide annual reports on their collection and recycling efforts. Producers who fail to comply may face civil penalties of up to $500 per violation, with additional daily penalties for continued non-compliance. The goal is to increase textile recycling, reduce waste, and create a more sustainable approach to textile disposal in New York State.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to establishing extended producer responsibility for textiles
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Anna Kelles (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: referred to environmental conservation
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IL bill #SB2486 • Last Action 02/26/2025
CLEAN&EQUITABLE TRANSPORTATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here's a summary of the bill: This bill creates the Metropolitan Mobility Authority Act, which fundamentally reorganizes public transportation governance in the Chicago metropolitan region. The bill consolidates the Chicago Transit Authority, Commuter Rail Division, Suburban Bus Division, and Regional Transportation Authority into a single Metropolitan Mobility Authority. The new authority will be governed by a board with representatives from various local governments and stakeholders, including a requirement for diverse expertise and backgrounds. The bill establishes several key initiatives: the Equitable Transit-Supportive Development Act, which creates an Office of Transit-Oriented Development to provide funding and support for transit-friendly development; the Zero-Emission Vehicle Act, which mandates that all on-road vehicles purchased or leased by governmental units must be zero-emission vehicles by specified dates (2029, 2034, and 2049); and provisions for improving transportation planning, equity, and environmental sustainability. The legislation includes comprehensive requirements for the new authority, including: - Developing strategic plans and service standards - Implementing fare capping and income-based reduced fare programs - Creating workforce development and job training programs - Establishing disadvantaged business enterprise and equal employment opportunity programs - Conducting research and development for transportation technologies - Prioritizing environmental protection and greenhouse gas emissions reduction The bill also provides detailed provisions for financial management, employee protections, pension systems, and transparency, including creating new funds, establishing reporting requirements, and ensuring public accountability. The overall goal is to create a more integrated, efficient, equitable, and environmentally sustainable public transportation system for the metropolitan Chicago 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 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, 2029 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, 2034, 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, 2049, 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: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 3 : Ram Villivalam (D)*, Laura Fine (D), Adriane Johnson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Adriane Johnson
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PA bill #SB346 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Providing for workplace health and safety standards for public employees; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry; establishing the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board; providing for workplace inspections; and imposing penalties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive workplace health and safety standards for public employees in Pennsylvania, creating a framework to protect workers across state and local government agencies. The legislation, known as the Public Employees Occupational Safety and Health Act, creates the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board, a five-member panel appointed by the Governor to hear appeals and ensure workplace safety standards are met. The bill requires public employers to provide workplaces free from recognized hazards, comply with safety standards, and maintain accurate records of workplace injuries and potential toxic exposures. The Secretary of Labor and Industry is granted broad powers to inspect workplaces, issue compliance orders, and assess penalties for violations, with penalties ranging from administrative fines to potential criminal charges for serious infractions like willful violations causing employee death. The bill also protects employees from discrimination if they report safety concerns, provides mechanisms for employees to request workplace inspections, and establishes a process for employers to seek temporary variances from safety standards under specific circumstances. Ultimately, the legislation aims to ensure that public employees in Pennsylvania have the same workplace safety protections as private sector workers, with a focus on preventing accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses.
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Bill Summary: Providing for workplace health and safety standards for public employees; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry; establishing the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board; providing for workplace inspections; and imposing penalties. This act may be referred to as Jake's Law.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 16 : Tina Tartaglione (D)*, Sharif Street (D), John Kane (D), Wayne Fontana (D), Nickolas Pisciottano (D), Vincent Hughes (D), Tim Kearney (D), Carolyn Comitta (D), Maria Collett (D), Judy Schwank (D), Nikil Saval (D), Art Haywood (D), Jay Costa (D), Katie Muth (D), Lindsey Williams (D), Steve Santarsiero (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY
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PA bill #SB323 • Last Action 02/26/2025
In economic development financing, providing for Keystone National Finance Authority.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Keystone National Finance Authority (KNFA), a new independent public authority designed to support economic development across the United States through conduit financing. The authority will be able to issue tax-exempt and taxable bonds to fund projects in multiple states and territories, focusing on initiatives that create jobs, revitalize communities, and support infrastructure development. The KNFA will be governed by a 12-member board appointed by various state officials, including the Governor, State Treasurer, Auditor General, and legislative leaders. The board members will serve without compensation but will be reimbursed for expenses. The authority can issue bonds to finance a wide range of projects, including industrial, commercial, residential, transportation, energy, and healthcare facilities, with proceeds used for making loans, purchasing mortgages, paying administrative costs, and funding reserves. Importantly, the bonds issued by the KNFA will not be a debt or liability of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the authority will be self-funded through fees and bond proceeds. The bill includes provisions to ensure transparency, including annual audits and financial statement publication, and establishes guidelines for the authority's operations, bond issuance, and financial management. The KNFA is intended to provide an additional financing mechanism to support economic development without competing with existing state agencies or authorities.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in economic development financing, providing for Keystone National Finance Authority.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Dave Argall (R)*, Sharif Street (D), Tracy Pennycuick (R), John Kane (D), Nick Miller (D), Jay Costa (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to FINANCE
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KY bill #HB630 • Last Action 02/26/2025
AN ACT relating to eminent domain.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates comprehensive reforms to Kentucky's eminent domain laws with several key provisions: It prohibits taking property subject to agricultural conservation easements or within agricultural districts by eminent domain, except for specific transportation or utility projects; requires condemnors to engage in good-faith negotiations with property owners and potentially record those negotiations; mandates that condemnors provide written justification for why alternative locations are not feasible when seeking to condemn property; allows adjoining property owners to sue for damages within five years of discovering harm from condemnation; prevents condemned land from being used for solar energy facilities; establishes a premium valuation of 125% for property used for conservation, farming, or agricultural purposes; requires an independent certified real estate appraiser to be part of the commissioners determining property value; and adds transparency requirements such as providing detailed notices to property owners about potential condemnation proceedings. The bill aims to provide stronger protections for property owners by making the eminent domain process more rigorous, requiring more thorough justification for land seizures, and ensuring property owners receive fair compensation and have opportunities to challenge proposed takings.
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Bill Summary: Create a new section of KRS 262.900 to 262.920 to prohibit the taking of property subject to an agricultural conservation easement by eminent domain; allow public hearing on a proposed taking of property subject to an agricultural conservation easement before the local soil and water conservation district board of supervisors; create a new section of KRS Chapter 411 to allow an owner of property adjoining a property condemned by eminent domain to bring a civil action against the condemnor for damages to property; create a new section of KRS Chapter 413 to establish a five-year statute of limitations for actions by adjoining property owners against condemnors; create a new section of KRS Chapter 416 to prohibit land condemned by eminent domain from being used for the construction of solar energy facilities; amend KRS 262.850 to prohibit the taking of property within the boundaries of an agricultural district by eminent domain; require condemnors to provide a written report at public hearing justifying condemnation due to lack of feasible alternative locations; amend KRS 382.850 to prohibit the taking of property subject to a conservation easement by eminent domain; allow an owner of property subject to a conservation easement who has been served with a summons of condemnation proceedings to request a public hearing before the local soil and water conservation district board of supervisors; require condemnors to provide a written report at public hearing justifying condemnation due to lack of feasible alternative locations; amend KRS 416.550 to require that prior to filing a petition to initiate condemnation proceedings with regard to private property, the condemnor shall engage in good-faith negotiations with the property owner, seek written consent from the property owner to make an audio or video recording of the good-faith negotiations and to submit the recording to the Attorney General, refrain from making any materially false or misleading statements, and not enter into any legally binding agreement with the property owner until a survey of the property has been completed at the expense of the condemnor; provide that the recording of negotiations is subject to public inspection under the Kentucky Open Records Act; amend KRS 416.560 to specify requirements for contents of notice of entry to owners of property; establish penalty for failure to give notice; amend KRS 416.570 to require a petition for condemnation proceedings to contain statements that the property is not subject to an easement that prohibits taking by eminent domain, that there are no reasonable alternate locations or routes for the proposed project, that good-faith negotiations have occurred as prescribed, that no materially false or misleading statements were made to a property owner, and that an audio or video recording of the negotiations has been taken and submitted to the Attorney General or waived by the property owner; amend KRS 416.580 to require the appointment of a certified independent real estate appraiser to the group of commissioners who establish the value of condemned property; amend KRS 416.610 to require the condemnor to pay expenses and reasonable attorney's fees in a condemnation proceeding; amend KRS 416.620 to require the condemnor to pay expenses and reasonable attorney's fees in a condemnation proceeding; amend KRS 416.660 to establish a highest and best use valuation for condemned property; establish the payment of a premium of 125% for any condemned property used for conservation, farm, or agricultural purposes; amend KRS 416.675 to define "private owner."
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Ryan Bivens (R)*, David Hale (R), John Hodgson (R), Kimberly Holloway (R), Candy Massaroni (R), Sarge Pollock (R), T.J. Roberts (R), Scott Sharp (R), James Tipton (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: to Judiciary (H)
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RI bill #H5707 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Amends the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Rhode Island's public records law to exempt the city or town of residence for justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system from public disclosure. Specifically, the bill modifies an existing section of the state's access to public records statute that previously allowed the city or town of residence to be disclosed for certain public employees. The change is intended to protect the privacy and potentially the safety of judicial system personnel by preventing their exact place of residence from being easily accessible to the public. The term "unified judicial system" refers to the state's court system, and this exemption would apply to all levels of judges, from trial court judges to appellate court justices. The bill is straightforward, with a single substantive section making this change and a second section specifying that the law takes effect immediately upon its passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would amend the definition of public record to exempt from public disclosure the city or town of residence of the justices, judges, and magistrates of the unified judicial system. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Jay Edwards (D)*, Matthew Dawson (D), June Speakman (D), Lauren Carson (D), Jason Knight (D), Doc Corvese (D), Leo Felix (D), Katie Kazarian (D), Evan Shanley (D), Brandon Voas (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
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OH bill #HB127 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Permit schools to withhold directory information
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Ohio law to permit schools to withhold directory information and remove directory information from the public record definition. Specifically, the bill modifies existing statutes to give school district boards of education more discretion in releasing students' directory information. Directory information, which typically includes a student's name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, and other basic identifying details, can now be fully withheld at the school district's discretion. Previously, schools were required to release certain directory information to entities like military recruiters and educational institutions, with only limited opt-out provisions for students or parents. The bill preserves existing privacy protections, such as requiring written consent before releasing personally identifiable information, but expands schools' ability to control the distribution of basic student information. This change aims to provide schools with greater flexibility in protecting student data and giving parents and students more control over how their information is shared.
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Bill Summary: To amend sections 149.381, 149.43, and 3319.321 of the Revised Code to permit schools to withhold directory information and to remove directory information from the public record definition.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Adam Mathews (R)*, Mike Odioso (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Referred to committee: Education
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DC bill #PR26-0030 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission Aisha Nixon Confirmation Resolution of 2025
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Commission Aisha Nixon Confirmation Resolution of 2025
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: Committee Report Filed
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KY bill #HB638 • Last Action 02/26/2025
AN ACT relating to the Teachers' Retirement System.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical and administrative amendments to the Kentucky Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) statute, affecting various aspects of retirement benefits, membership, and system operations. The key provisions include: adding employees of WeLeadCS to the system's membership definition; allowing TRS to establish a title holding company for investments; specifying that certain deadlines for appeals, retirement applications, and benefit changes are not subject to court jurisdiction; modifying provisions related to disability retirement benefits, such as adding requirements for income and employment verification; allowing TRS to determine errors resulting in over or underpayment of benefits; and removing a section related to funding past statutory benefit improvements. The bill also makes technical changes to clarify language around supplemental benefit components for members who join the system on or after January 1, 2022, and adjusts employer contribution rates for different categories of members. These changes aim to provide more clarity, administrative flexibility, and precise operational guidelines for the Teachers' Retirement System.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 161.220 to add certain employees of WeLeadCS to the definition of "member"; allow the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) to promulgate administrative regulations to facilitate payment and collection for purchased service credit, and make technical changes; amend KRS 161.230 to allow TRS to establish a title holding company for certain investments; amend KRS 161.250 to specify the deadline for a written appeal of a TRS decision is not subject to the jurisdiction of any court or appeal process; amend KRS 161.430 to allow agreements for commingled investments or real property to be made in or governed by laws outside of the Commonwealth; amend KRS 161.470 to cease interest accrual on the retirement account of members convicted of a felony related to employment after the date of conviction; amend KRS 161.585 to allow a member appealing denial of disability and the member's legal counsel to have access to all written material submitted by the medical review committee to TRS and make technical changes; amend KRS 161.600 to specify the deadline for changes to a member's retirement application is not subject to the jurisdiction of any court or appeal process; amend KRS 161.624 to add filing and other deadlines for information the member or beneficiary is responsible for obtaining; amend KRS 161.630 to specify the deadline for electing a new optional plan of payment or for a change of beneficiary shall not be subject to the jurisdiction of any court or appeal process; amend KRS 161.635 to make a technical change; amend KRS 161.636 to make a technical change; amend KRS 161.661 to clarify the deadline for filing an application for disability benefits is not subject to the jurisdiction of any court or appeal process, that failure to provide income and employment verification documentation or submission of false or fraudulent documentation will result in suspension or disqualification from disability benefits, to allow a member and the member's counsel to be entitled to all written recommendations and reports submitted by the medical review committee, and make technical changes; amend KRS 161.680 to allow determination of errors resulting in over or underpayment to be determined by the TRS board or staff; repeal KRS 161.553, relating to the funding of past statutory benefits; amend KRS 56.8605, 58.868, and 161.550 to conform.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Walker Thomas (R)*, D.J. Johnson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: to State Government (H)
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IL bill #SB1357 • Last Action 02/26/2025
FOIA-ABUSE BY OFFICIAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to prevent elected local government officials from abusing public records request processes by using aliases or false identities to intentionally create excessive financial burdens for their local government. The bill defines "unreasonable or excessive costs" as expenses related to fulfilling a public records request that collectively exceed $100,000, including copying fees, labor costs, legal fees, and other processing expenses. If an elected official is found to have submitted a request or series of requests using an alias with the intent to cause significant financial strain, they can be charged with a Class A misdemeanor. The bill also establishes a rebuttable presumption that if an alias is discovered, the request was made to intentionally incur excessive costs. Additionally, the bill authorizes local governments to seek reimbursement from officials who violate these provisions and allows the Attorney General to investigate and take legal action against individuals suspected of such misconduct. The primary goal is to prevent deliberate misuse of the public records request system by elected officials seeking to disrupt or financially burden local government operations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that an elected official of a unit of local government shall not use an alias, false identity, or any other deceptive means to submit a request for public records under the Act if the intent of the request is to cause the unit of local government to incur unreasonable or excessive costs. Sets forth penalties for a violation of this prohibition. Provides that, if an elected official of a unit of local government submits a request or series of requests resulting in unreasonable or excessive costs and if the use of an alias or false identity is discovered, then there is a rebuttable presumption that the request or requests were made to cause the unit of local government to incur unreasonable or excessive costs. Authorizes a unit of local government to seek reimbursement from elected officials who violate this requirement. Authorizes the Attorney General, in coordination with units of local government, to investigate alleged violations and to take appropriate legal action against persons it alleges to have committed violations.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Hastings (D)*, Paul Faraci (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Paul Faraci
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MI bill #HB4122 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Food: cottage food operation; certain requirements for cottage food operations and cottage food products; modify. Amends sec. 1105, 1111 & 4102 of 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.1105 et seq.).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Michigan's Food Law to expand and clarify regulations for cottage food operations (home-based food businesses). The bill increases the annual gross sales limit for cottage food operations from $25,000 to $50,000, with a higher limit of $75,000 for products priced at $250 or more per unit. It now allows cottage food products to be sold online, by mail order, or through third-party delivery platforms, provided the seller gives consumers an opportunity to directly interact with them beforehand. The bill introduces a new optional registration program through Michigan State University's Product Center, which would allow cottage food operators to obtain a unique registration number for a one-time fee of up to $50. Cottage food products must still be prepared in the operator's primary domestic residence, prepackaged, and labeled with specific information including ingredients, allergens, and a disclaimer that the kitchen has not been inspected by state agriculture officials. The bill maintains existing requirements about food safety and product types, continuing to prohibit sales of potentially hazardous foods like meat, dairy, and certain canned goods. The legislation also includes a provision for potential future annual adjustments to the sales limits based on the Consumer Price Index.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 2000 PA 92, entitled"Food law,"by amending sections 1105, 1111, and 4102 (MCL 289.1105, 289.1111, and 289.4102), section 1105 as amended by 2014 PA 516, section 1111 as amended by 2018 PA 92, and section 4102 as amended by 2012 PA 178.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 32 : Greg Alexander (R)*, Reggie Miller (D), Jimmie Wilson (D), Brian BeGole (R), Denise Mentzer (D), Angela Rigas (R), Jaime Greene (R), Tom Kunse (R), Jerry Neyer (R), Luke Meerman (R), Jim DeSana (R), Matthew Bierlein (R), Alabas Farhat (D), Jason Morgan (D), Gina Johnsen (R), Carrie Rheingans (D), Tim Kelly (R), Doug Wozniak (R), Karl Bohnak (R), Veronica Paiz (D), Joseph Pavlov (R), Greg Markkanen (R), Jamie Thompson (R), Will Snyder (D), Emily Dievendorf (D), David Prestin (R), Will Bruck (R), Pat Outman (R), Jennifer Wortz (R), Nancy Jenkins-Arno (R), Erin Byrnes (D), Curt VanderWall (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/25/2025
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MN bill #HF1578 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Public dissemination of personal information about county attorneys and employees in county attorney offices restricted.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Minnesota law to expand protections for personal information of county attorneys and their office employees, adding them to the list of judicial officials whose personal details are safeguarded from public dissemination. Specifically, the bill modifies the definition of "judicial official" to include county attorneys and their staff, ensuring their residential addresses, non-work contact information, children's names, and details about their children's schools or childcare facilities cannot be publicly shared. The law defines "personal information" as specific private details that could potentially compromise the safety or privacy of judicial officials and their families. The bill maintains existing provisions that allow "publicly available information" to remain accessible, which includes details lawfully available through government records or widely distributed media. This modification aims to protect county attorneys and their employees from potential risks associated with the public disclosure of sensitive personal information, extending privacy protections already afforded to other judicial branch employees.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to judiciary; restricting public dissemination of personal information about county attorneys and employees in county attorney offices; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 480.40, subdivision 1.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 1 : Cedrick Frazier (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Introduction and first reading, referred to Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
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VT bill #H0359 • Last Action 02/26/2025
An act relating to privatization contracts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes significant changes to Vermont's regulations governing privatization contracts, which are defined as contracts for services valued at $25,000 or more per year that either replace services currently provided by state employees or substantially replace the duties of a vacant state government position. The bill introduces more stringent requirements for entering into such contracts, including a mandatory 35-day notification period to collective bargaining representatives before bidding, during which alternative solutions can be discussed. Bid proposals must now include detailed wage information, and every privatization contract must specify wage rates at or above prevailing state employee rates, provide comparable health insurance, include quarterly payroll reporting, and ensure nondiscrimination and whistleblower protections. The bill also mandates that the Agency of Administration and Secretary of Administration certify the contract's compliance with legal standards, quality of services, and public interest. Additionally, the bill requires the Auditor of Accounts to review contracts before renewal, analyzing cost savings and performance measures, and prohibits contract renewal if performance standards are not met. A separate provision requires the Agency of Administration to assess potential future modifications to privatization contract rules and submit a report by February 1, 2026, with the overarching legislative intent being to prevent privatization contracts when no permanent state employee position exists to perform the equivalent services.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to amend the requirements for the Executive Branch to enter into privatization contracts.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bob Hooper (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs
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PA bill #SB350 • Last Action 02/26/2025
In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in procedure, further providing for written requests; and, in judicial review, further providing for fee limitations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law to clarify and modify provisions related to public records requests, with a focus on commercial purpose requests. The bill introduces a detailed definition of "commercial purpose," which includes selling or reselling records, obtaining contact information for commercial solicitation, or any use that could reasonably generate revenue, while explicitly excluding nonprofit educational research, scientific research, and news media activities. It modifies the written request procedures by allowing agencies to require requesters to certify whether a request is for a commercial purpose and imposes potential penalties for false statements. For requests with a commercial purpose, the bill permits agencies to charge additional fees calculated at the hourly wage of the lowest-paid employee capable of processing the request, and requires agencies to provide fee estimates upon request. The bill also allows agencies and requesters to enter into alternative fee arrangements, mandates that such arrangements be public, and provides for appeals of fees to the Office of Open Records. These changes aim to provide more clarity and flexibility in handling public records requests, particularly those intended for commercial use, while maintaining transparency and preventing potential misuse of public information.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), entitled "An act providing for access to public information, for a designated open-records officer in each Commonwealth agency, local agency, judicial agency and legislative agency, for procedure, for appeal of agency determination, for judicial review and for the Office of Open Records; imposing penalties; providing for reporting by State-related institutions; requiring the posting of certain State contract information on the Internet; and making related repeals," in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in procedure, further providing for written requests; and, in judicial review, further providing for fee limitations.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Michele Brooks (R)*, Pat Stefano (R), Wayne Fontana (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT
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OH bill #SB82 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Specify election official status for public records law purposes
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Ohio's public records law to specify that election officials (except precinct election officials and temporary or part-time board of elections employees) are now considered "designated public service workers" for the purposes of public records protection. Under the existing law, designated public service workers have certain personal information protections, such as keeping their residential address confidential. By adding election officials to this category, the bill provides these workers with additional privacy safeguards. The amendment is part of section 149.43 of the Ohio Revised Code, which defines various terms related to public records and outlines the rules for accessing and protecting public records. The bill aims to recognize the sensitive nature of election officials' work and provide them with enhanced personal information protections similar to those afforded to other public service workers like peace officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.
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Bill Summary: To amend section 149.43 of the Revised Code to specify that certain election officials are designated public service workers for purposes of the public records law.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Bill DeMora (D)*, Theresa Gavarone (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate General Government 1st Hearing, Sponsor (09:00:00 2/26/2025 South Hearing Room)
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WV bill #HB2953 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Consumer Data Protection Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive consumer data privacy protections for West Virginia residents, creating a robust framework for how businesses collect, use, sell, and share personal information. The bill defines personal information broadly, covering everything from basic identifiers to browsing history, geolocation data, and inferred consumer profiles. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the ability to request a copy of their personal data collected by businesses, have their personal information deleted or corrected, and opt-out of the sale or sharing of their personal information to third parties. Businesses are required to maintain transparent online privacy policies, provide clear methods for consumers to submit data requests, and respond to those requests within 45 days. The legislation prohibits businesses from discriminating against consumers who exercise their privacy rights and establishes penalties for non-compliance, including civil penalties up to $7,500 per intentional violation. Notably, the bill provides a private right of action for consumers whose personal information is subject to unauthorized access, allowing them to seek damages between $100 and $750 per incident. The law applies to businesses that meet certain thresholds, such as having annual gross revenues over $25 million or collecting personal information from 50,000 or more consumers, and includes special protections for minors, requiring explicit consent for selling or sharing their personal data.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to protect consumer data privacy by establishing a consumer right to request copy of personal data collected; establishing a consumer right to have personal information deleted or corrected; establishing a consumer right to request personal data sold or shared; establishing a consumer right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information to third parties; prohibiting discrimination against consumers who exercise their right under this article; establishing procedures for requests for personal information under this article; establish a form to opt-out of sale or sharing of personal information; creating a private cause of action; empowering the West Virginia Division of Consumer Protection to establish rules under this article for enforcement; and empowering the West Virginia Division of Consumer Protection to bring suit for violation of this article.
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• Introduced: 02/25/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Kayla Young (D)*, Hollis Lewis (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: To House Enviroment, Infrastructure, and Technology
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FL bill #H1141 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Insurance Regulations
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive changes to insurance regulations in Florida, covering various aspects of insurance oversight, continuing care facilities, reciprocal insurers, and management companies. Here's a summary of the key provisions: This bill makes extensive modifications to insurance regulations, including establishing new requirements and oversight mechanisms for various types of insurance providers. It introduces more stringent reporting and financial transparency requirements for continuing care facilities, management companies, and reciprocal insurers. The bill creates new standards for financial reporting, cybersecurity, and operational practices across different types of insurance entities. Key provisions include requiring rate transparency reports for property insurers, establishing new reporting requirements for residential property and automobile insurers, and creating more robust oversight mechanisms for management companies and continuing care facilities. The bill also introduces new rules for subscriber contributions and savings accounts for reciprocal insurers, enhances consumer protection measures, and provides the Office of Insurance Regulation with expanded powers to investigate and address potential financial risks in insurance providers. Additionally, the bill implements stricter requirements for management company certifications, financial reporting, and governance, with provisions designed to protect residents and ensure the financial stability of continuing care facilities. Most of these changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, with some specific provisions having different implementation timelines.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to insurance regulations; amending s. 48.151, F.S.; providing that the Chief Financial Officer is the agent for service of process on health maintenance organizations; amending s. 252.63, F.S.; revising the content of a publication from the Commissioner of Insurance Regulation relating to orders applicable to insurance in areas under the state of emergency; amending s. 624.4085, F.S.; revising the definition of the term "life and health insurer"; amending s. 624.422, F.S.; providing that the appointment of the Chief Financial Officer for service of process applies to insurers withdrawing from and ceasing operations in this state until all insurers' liabilities in this state are extinguished; amending s. 624.45, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; amending s. 624.610, F.S.; removing certain provisions relating to credits allowed in specified reinsurance circumstances and relating to assuming insurers' accreditations; requiring filing fees from reinsurers requesting to operate in this state; removing applicability provisions; amending s. 626.9651, F.S.; requiring the Office of Insurance Regulation and the Financial Services Commission to adopt rules on cybersecurity of certain insurance data; providing requirements for such rules; providing duties of the office; amending s. 627.062, F.S.; prohibiting personal residential property insurers from submitting more than one "use and file" filing under certain circumstances; providing an exception; amending s. 627.0621, F.S.; requiring certain rate filings with the office from residential property insurers to include rate transparency reports; providing for acceptance or rejection by the office of such reports; providing requirements for such reports; requiring insurers to provide such reports to consumers; requiring the office to define terms used in such reports; requiring the office to establish and maintain a specified center on its website; providing requirements for the website; amending s. 627.0645, F.S.; revising requirements of rate filing with the office; amending s. 627.0651, F.S.; prohibiting motor vehicle insurers from submitting more than one "use and file" filing under certain circumstances; amending s. 627.4554, F.S.; requiring that certain forms be posted on the website of the Department of Financial Services, rather than the office; amending s. 627.6699, F.S.; removing and revising definitions; removing provisions relating to the creation of the Florida Small Employer Health Reinsurance Program; amending s. 627.711, F.S.; requiring the office to contract with a state university to design, operate, upgrade, and maintain a specified database; requiring property insurers to file certain policyholder forms in the database; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.7152, F.S.; removing provisions relating to requirements for reporting and rulemaking regarding property insurance claims paid under assignment agreements; creating s. 627.9145, F.S.; providing reporting requirements for residential property insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; amending s. 627.915, F.S.; revising reporting requirements for private passenger automobile insurers; requiring the commission to adopt rules; providing requirements for such rules; removing reporting requirement provisions for certain insurers; amending ss. 628.081 and 628.091, F.S.; removing the requirement that domestic insurer incorporators execute articles of incorporation and file them with the office in triplicate; amending s. 628.111, F.S.; removing the requirement that domestic insurers make copies of amendments to articles of incorporation in triplicate; amending s. 628.461, F.S.; specifying the method of sending notifications regarding transactions or proposed transactions of voting securities of stock insurers or controlling companies; revising the method of filing certain statements; amending s. 628.4615, F.S.; revising the method by which amendments to certain applications must be sent to specialty insurers; amending s. 628.717, F.S.; revising requirements for the office's responses upon receipt of articles of incorporation; amending s. 628.719, F.S.; revising the method by which mutual insurance holding companies show their adoption of article of incorporation amendments and deliver the amendments to the office; revising the requirements for the office's responses upon receipt of amendments; amending s. 628.910, F.S.; removing the requirement that captive insurance company incorporators file articles of incorporation in triplicate; revising the office's responses upon receipt of captive insurance company articles of incorporation; amending s. 629.011, F.S.; revising and providing definitions; amending s. 629.071, F.S.; authorizing assessable and nonassessable reciprocal insurers, rather than domestic reciprocal insurers, to transact insurance if they maintain specified amounts of surplus funds; amending s. 629.081, F.S.; conforming a provision to changes made by the act; creating s. 629.082, F.S.; providing that attorneys in fact of reciprocals are affiliates of the reciprocals for specified purposes; creating s. 629.1015, F.S.; requiring documentation supporting that fees, commissions, and other financial considerations and payments to affiliates by reciprocal insurers are fair and reasonable; providing guidelines for the office in determining whether the fees, commissions, and other financial considerations and payments are fair and reasonable; providing requirements for documentation of such fees; amending s. 629.121, F.S.; providing that certain bonds filed with the office as security are filed by attorneys in fact, rather than attorneys of domestic reciprocal insurers; increasing the bond amount; creating s. 629.162, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to require subscriber contributions; providing disclosure and reporting requirements for subscriber contributions; creating s. 629.163, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to establish subscriber savings accounts; providing construction; providing requirements for subscriber savings accounts; creating s. 629.164, F.S.; authorizing reciprocal insurers to make distributions to subscribers from subscriber savings accounts; granting to subscribers' advisory committees sole authority to authorize distributions, subject to prior written approval by the office; providing requirements for reciprocal insurers that prohibit subscribers from receiving distributions for a specified period of time; providing construction; authorizing reciprocal insurers to return to subscribers unused premiums, savings, and credits accruing to their accounts; authorizing domestic reciprocal insurers to pay portions of unassigned funds; providing distribution limits; prohibiting distribution discriminations; amending s. 629.171, F.S.; revising requirements for filing with the office annual statements by reciprocal insurers; amending s. 629.181, F.S; replacing surplus deposits of subscribers with subscriber contributions; providing limits on subscriber contributions; amending s. 629.201, F.S.; requiring that each domestic reciprocal insurer have a subscribers' advisory committee; requiring that such committee be formed in compliance with specified laws; requiring that rules and amendments adopted by subscribers have prior approval by the office; revising subscribers' advisory committees' duties and membership; providing for election and terms; repealing s. 629.271, F.S., relating to distribution of savings; amending s. 629.291, F.S.; providing that forms filed with the office for plans to merge a reciprocal insurer with another reciprocal insurer or to convert a reciprocal insurer to a stock or mutual insurer are adopted by the commission rather than the office; amending s. 629.301, F.S.; specifying the manner in which impaired reciprocal insurers are proceeded against if they cannot make up deficiencies in assets; specifying the manner in which assessments are levied upon subscribers if reciprocal insurers are liquidated; providing that assessments are subject to specified limits; repealing ss. 629.401 and 629.520, F.S., relating to insurance exchange and the authority of a limited reciprocal insurer, respectively; creating s. 629.56, F.S.; requiring reciprocal insurers to maintain unearned premium reserves at all times; amending s. 634.401, F.S.; revising provisions relating to coverage for accidental damage under a service warranty; creating s. 641.2012, F.S.; providing applicability of service of process provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 641.26, F.S.; revising requirements for filing annual and quarterly reports by health maintenance organizations; creating s. 641.283, F.S.; providing applicability of administrative supervision and hazardous insurer condition provisions to health maintenance organizations; amending s. 651.011, F.S.; providing and revising definitions; amending s. 651.018, F.S.; providing duties for the office if certain conditions exist in continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.019, F.S.; requiring continuing care providers to provide to the office specified information on financing and intended use of proceeds under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.0212, F.S.; requiring and authorizing the office to deny or revoke a provider's authority to engage in certain continuing care activities under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.0215, F.S.; revising the timeframe for the office to examine and respond to consolidated applications for provisional certificates of authority and certificates of authority for providers of continuing care; removing provisions relating to the duties of the office in responding to such applications; amending s. 651.022, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for provisional certificates of authority of providers of continuing care; removing provisions relating to duties of the office in responding to such applications; amending s. 651.023, F.S.; conforming cross-references and provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 651.024, F.S.; providing applicability of certain specialty insurer provisions and nonapplicability of certain continuing care provider requirements to bondholders under certain circumstances; defining the term "consent rights"; providing applicability of such provisions to certain entities under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.0246, F.S.; revising requirements for applications for expansion of certificated continuing care facilities; removing specified duties of the office in responding to such applications; revising the timeframe for the office to review such applications; amending s. 651.026, F.S.; revising requirements for annual reports filed by providers of continuing care; providing requirements for quarterly reports; amending s. 651.0261, F.S.; providing additional requirements for quarterly reports filed by continuing care facilities; amending s. 651.033, F.S.; requiring office approval before execution of an agreement for establishing an escrow account; defining the terms "emergency" and "business day"; specifying circumstances under which providers of continuing care may withdraw a specified percentage of the required minimum liquid reserve; revising the timeframe for the office to deny petitions for emergency withdrawals; providing duties of escrow agents; amending s. 651.034, F.S.; revising duties of the office relating to impaired continuing care providers; amending s. 651.035, F.S.; providing requirements for continuing care providers' minimum liquid reserve accounts in escrow; providing requirements for debt service reserve transfers from one financial institution or lender to another; revising and providing requirements for continuing care providers' operating reserves in escrow; amending s. 651.043, F.S.; revising circumstances under which certain notices of management changes must be provided to the office; amending s. 651.055, F.S.; conforming cross-references; amending s. 651.071, F.S.; providing that continuing care and continuing care at-home contracts are not subordinate to any secured claims and must be treated with higher priority over all other claims in the event of receivership or liquidation proceedings against a provider; providing an exception; amending s. 651.085, F.S.; requiring designated resident representatives in continuing care facilities to perform their duties in good faith; requiring each continuing care facility to have its own designated resident representative; specifying the methods for notifications to designated resident representatives of certain meetings; creating s. 651.087, F.S; providing requirements for certain collection and distribution of funds by residents of continuing care facilities; providing duties of providers relating to such funds; providing requirements for providers who borrow or solicit funds from residents; providing that failure to comply with specified collection and distribution provisions is a violation of minimum liquid reserve requirements; authorizing the commission to require certain statements or filing to be submitted by electronic means; amending s. 651.091, F.S.; requiring continuing care facilities to post notices of bankruptcy proceedings; providing requirements for such notices; requiring continuing care facilities to maintain certain records; requiring providers of continuing care to make certain records available for review and to deliver copies of specified disclosure statements; providing liability and penalties; providing applicability; prohibiting persons from filing or maintaining actions under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.104, F.S.; prohibiting persons from acting or holding themselves out as management companies for continuing care retirement communities without a certificate of authority; providing requirements for certificate of authority applications; prohibiting the office from issuing certificates of authority under certain circumstances; creating s. 651.1041, F.S.; providing applicability of specified insurer provisions to acquisitions of management companies; creating s. 651.1043, F.S.; providing requirements for management company annual and quarterly financial statements; requiring acquisition application filings under certain circumstances; requiring monthly statement filings under certain circumstances; providing fines for noncompliance; providing rulemaking authority; creating s. 651.1045, F.S.; providing grounds for the office to refuse, suspend, and revoke management company certificates of authority; providing that revocation of a management company's certificate of authority does not relieve a provider from specified obligations to residents and from annual statement filings and license fees; authorizing the office to seek enforcement actions; amending s. 651.105, F.S.; authorizing the office to examine the businesses of management companies and their parents, subsidiaries, and affiliates under certain circumstances; requiring the office to notify management companies of compliance deficiencies and to require corrective actions or plans; requiring management companies to respond to such notices; amending s. 651.1065, F.S.; prohibiting management companies from engaging in certain acts if delinquency proceedings have been or are to be initiated; providing penalties; creating s. 651.1068, F.S.; prohibiting officers and directors of insolvent providers or management companies from serving as officers and directors of providers and management companies and from having control over the selection of officers and directors under certain circumstances; amending s. 651.107, F.S.; requiring management companies to file annual statements and pay license fees during periods of certificate of authority suspension; providing for automatic reinstatement or revocation of certificates of authority; amending s. 651.108, F.S.; providing administrative fines for management companies for certain violations; creating s. 651.113, F.S.; defining the term "negative fund balance"; providing guidelines for the commissioner to determine whether a provider or facility is insolvent or in imminent danger of becoming insolvent; requiring providers and facilities determined to be insolvent or in danger of insolvency to prepare a plan; authorizing the office to issue an order requiring a provider or facility to engage in certain acts under certain circumstances; authorizing the office to issue immediate final orders requiring certain acts; providing construction; amending s. 651.114, F.S.; removing provisions relating to continuing care facility trustees and lenders; creating s. 651.1165, F.S.; requiring the office to record notices of lien against continuing care facilities' properties; providing requirements for such liens; providing for lien foreclosures in civil actions; providing that such liens are preferred to all liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances upon the property and all unrecorded liens, mortgages, and other encumbrances; providing conditions for lien releases; amending ss. 627.642, 627.6475, 627.657, and 627.66997, F.S.; conforming cross-references; providing applicability dates; providing effective dates.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Fabricio (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Withdrawn prior to introduction
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CA bill #SB446 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Data breaches: customer notification.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California's existing law on data breaches by establishing more specific requirements for customer notification. The bill mandates that businesses or individuals who experience a data breach must notify affected California residents within 30 calendar days of discovering the breach, with allowances for delays if law enforcement needs to investigate or if the business needs time to determine the full scope of the breach. For data breaches affecting more than 500 California residents, the bill now requires businesses to submit a sample copy of their breach notification to the Attorney General within 15 calendar days of discovering the breach. The bill maintains existing requirements about the content of breach notifications, such as providing details about what happened, what information was involved, and steps individuals can take to protect themselves. It also continues to define personal information broadly, including sensitive data like social security numbers, driver's license numbers, medical information, and biometric data. The notification can be provided via written notice, electronic notice, or substitute notice (such as email, website posting, or media announcement) if traditional notification is impractical. The goal of the bill is to ensure Californians are promptly and thoroughly informed when their personal data has been compromised.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 1798.82 of the Civil Code, relating to personal information.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Melissa Hurtado (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on JUD. and APPR.
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OK bill #HB2696 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Open records; educational records; requiring schools to release certain records; specifying certain information cannot be omitted; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma's Open Records Act to enhance parents' and adult students' access to educational records by requiring public educational institutions to release all requested student records to parents, guardians, or the student themselves if they are 18 or older. The bill mandates that these records must be provided in a timely manner, free of charge, and without redacting information unless doing so would violate the law. The records covered are comprehensive, including personal communications, Individualized Education Program (IEP) documents, disciplinary records, school staff correspondence, student-teacher meeting notes, student athlete contracts, progress reports, and internal recommendations. Previously, educational institutions could keep many student records confidential, but this bill broadens transparency by ensuring parents and eligible students can obtain a wide range of documents related to a student's educational experience. The law will take effect on November 1, 2025, giving schools time to prepare for the new record-sharing requirements. The bill aims to provide parents and students with more comprehensive access to educational information while maintaining protections against inappropriate disclosure.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Open Records Act; amending 51 O.S. 2021, Section 24A.16, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 86, O.S.L. 2024 (51 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 24A.16), which relates to educational records; requiring schools to release certain records to parents, guardians, or adult students; requiring records to be provided in a timely manner; mandating that certain record requests be provided for free; specifying that certain information cannot be omitted; providing examples of certain records; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ross Ford (R)*, Dave Rader (R)*
• Versions: 5 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 03/02/2025
• Last Action: CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Education Oversight Committee
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KS bill #HB2271 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Removing the expiration of provisions relating to moving cybersecurity services under the chief information technology officer of each branch of government.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes the expiration dates for several provisions related to cybersecurity in Kansas state government, ensuring continued implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity measures across different government branches. The bill requires each branch of government (including Insurance, Secretary of State, Treasurer, Attorney General, Judicial, and Legislative branches) to appoint a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) who will be responsible for developing and implementing robust cybersecurity programs. These programs must comply with the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, with specific requirements to achieve CSF tier 3.0 by July 1, 2028, and tier 4.0 by July 1, 2030. Each CISO must ensure annual cybersecurity awareness training for all employees, coordinate annual cybersecurity audits with the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and maintain confidentiality of audit results. The bill also requires integration of cybersecurity services under the chief information technology officer of each government branch and mandates that all government websites transition to ".gov" domains by February 1, 2025. Additionally, the legislation provides for potential budget reductions for agencies not complying with these cybersecurity requirements, creating a strong incentive for maintaining high security standards across state government.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning cybersecurity; removing the expiration provisions of cybersecurity legislation; consolidating cybersecurity services under the chief information security officer of each branch; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 40-110, 75-413, 75-623, 75-710, 75-711, 75-7203, 75- 7206a, 75-7208a, 75-7245 and 75-7246 and repealing the existing sections; also repealing K.S.A. 2023 Supp. 45-229, as amended by section 11 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7201, as amended by section 17 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7202, as amended by section 19 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7203, as amended by section 21 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7205, as amended by section 23 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7206, as amended by section 25 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7208, as amended by section 27 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7209, as amended by section 29 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7237, as amended by section 31 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7238, as amended by section 33 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7239, as amended by section 35 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas, 75-7240, as amended by section 37 of chapter 95 of the 2024 Session Laws of Kansas.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Senate Referred to Committee on Federal and State Affairs
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OR bill #SB164 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Relating to limited liability companies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: I apologize, but I cannot generate a detailed summary because the actual text of the bill is not provided in your message. While you've included the bill's title, government summary, and mentioned XML tags, there is no substantive legislative text for me to analyze. The government summary provides a high-level overview that the bill updates laws about Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), but without seeing the specific proposed changes, I cannot produce a precise paragraph summary. If you can share the full text of the proposed bill, I would be happy to help you summarize its key provisions.
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Bill Summary: The Act updates laws about LLCs. (Flesch Readability Score: 73.8). Updates and modernizes laws that govern the formation, governance, operations and conversion of limited liability companies in this state and relations among members, managers and third parties with respect to limited liability companies in this state.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/27/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways and Means by order of the President.
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RI bill #H5565 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Authorizes and regulates the distribution of the product known as "kratom."
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes and regulates the distribution of kratom, a product derived from the mitragyna speciosa plant, in Rhode Island. The bill establishes comprehensive rules for kratom manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers, including licensing requirements, age restrictions, and product safety standards. Key provisions include prohibiting sales to individuals under 21, mandating specific labeling requirements such as health warnings and alkaloid content, and establishing strict quality control measures. The bill requires kratom products to meet safety standards, including limits on heavy metal content, restrictions on synthetic additives, and child-resistant packaging. It imposes a 15% tax on kratom products and creates a framework for enforcement, with potential fines ranging from $250 to $1,500 for violations. The legislation also requires retailers to obtain licenses, display specific signage about age restrictions, and comply with detailed record-keeping and reporting requirements. The bill aims to ensure consumer safety by regulating the production, distribution, and sale of kratom products while preventing access by minors. The law is set to take effect on April 1, 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for the new regulations.
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Bill Summary: This act would authorize and regulate the distribution of the product known as "kratom", and would ban the adulteration of kratom with a dangerous non-kratom substance as to render the product injurious to a consumer. The act would require that any kratom product contain adequate labeling directions necessary for safe and effective use by consumers. This act would take effect on April 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Brian Kennedy (D)*, Jay Edwards (D), Grace Diaz (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House Corporations
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RI bill #S0400 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Repeals the 2021 Act on Climate which established a statewide greenhouse gas emission reduction mandate in its entirety.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill completely repeals the 2021 Act on Climate, which was a comprehensive state law establishing a framework for addressing climate change in Rhode Island. The original law created an executive climate change coordinating council responsible for developing and implementing strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with specific reduction targets including 10% below 1990 levels by 2020, 45% below 1990 levels by 2030, 80% below 1990 levels by 2040, and net-zero emissions by 2050. The repealed act also established advisory boards, required regular reporting, and created mechanisms for enforcement of climate goals. By eliminating the entire chapter of law, the bill would remove all of these climate change coordination and reduction initiatives, effectively dismantling the state's formal approach to greenhouse gas emissions reduction and climate change preparedness. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage, which means the state would no longer have a legally mandated climate action plan or dedicated council to oversee climate-related efforts.
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Bill Summary: This act would repeal the 2021 Act on Climate which established a statewide greenhouse gas emission reduction mandate in its entirety. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Gordon Rogers (R)*, Jessica de la Cruz (R), Elaine Morgan (R), Lou Raptakis (D), Thomas Paolino (R), Frank Ciccone (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Environment and Agriculture
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RI bill #H5579 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Requires the public utilities commission to produce a report each January containing an analysis of the electric grid and its ability to supply the electricity needs to power cars, buildings and heat homes within the state.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to produce an annual report by January 1st, starting in 2026, analyzing the electric grid's capacity to support electrification needs in the state, specifically focusing on powering electric vehicles, buildings, and home heating. The bill also modifies the Ratepayers Advisory Board by changing its meeting frequency from quarterly to monthly and replacing one board member with the commissioner or acting commissioner of the Office of Energy Resources, who will now serve as the board's chairperson. The board will continue to review legislative proposals, advise on residential ratepayer issues, and issue an annual report to the governor and general assembly, with members appointed by the house speaker, senate president, and governor representing various stakeholder groups such as residential ratepayers, elderly and disabled individuals, low-income consumers, and business interests. The legislation will take effect immediately upon passage, aiming to provide more frequent oversight and analysis of the state's electrical infrastructure and ratepayer needs.
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Bill Summary: This act would require the public utilities commission to produce a report each January containing an analysis of the electric grid and its ability to supply the electricity needs to power cars, buildings and heat homes within the state. This act would also change the requirement of quarterly meetings of the ratepayers advisory 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: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Christopher Paplauskas (R)*, Michael Chippendale (R), Paul Santucci (R), Brian Newberry (R), George Nardone (R), David Place (R), Jon Brien (I), Jackie Baginski (D), Charlene Lima (D), Richard Fascia (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House Corporations
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OH bill #SB123 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Prohibit law enforcement from charging fees for certain videos
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Ohio law to prohibit law enforcement agencies from charging fees for preparing or producing video records when the requester is an individual known or presumed to be depicted in the video, or a representative, spouse, parent, or child of that individual. Previously, law enforcement agencies could charge up to $75 per hour of video produced, with a maximum total fee of $750 for preparing and producing video records. The bill ensures that people who are directly involved in a video record can obtain a copy without incurring potentially significant expenses. The change aims to make it easier and more affordable for individuals to access video recordings that involve them, such as body-cam footage or dashboard camera recordings, by removing financial barriers to obtaining these records. This modification is part of the broader Ohio Revised Code section dealing with public records and their accessibility, and it represents a consumer-friendly approach to government transparency and personal record access.
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Bill Summary: To amend section 149.43 of the Revised Code to prohibit a law enforcement agency for charging a fee for preparing or producing a video public record for a person known or presumed to be depicted in the video.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/26/2025
• Session: 136th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Paula Hicks-Hudson (D)*, Catherine Ingram (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Referred to committee: Judiciary
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HI bill #SB1255 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Relating To Government Records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Hawaii's Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA) to enhance transparency and accountability in government contracting. It requires that any contract to perform a government function must mandate the contractor to retain records according to the agency's retention schedule and provide the agency full access to those records. The bill defines "government function" as a service, program, or activity that an agency is legally authorized or required to perform, and expands the definition of "government record" to include information created, received, maintained, or used by private contractors when performing government functions. Importantly, the bill prohibits agencies from denying public access to contractor records related to government functions based on claims of trade secrets or proprietary information, except where specifically protected by law. The legislative intent is to prevent agencies from circumventing public records transparency by outsourcing government functions to private contractors, thereby ensuring that critical public oversight records remain accessible. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2491, and does not impact rights, penalties, or proceedings that existed before its effective date.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Uniform Information Practices Act to require each contract to perform a government function to expressly require the contractor to retain records in accordance with the retention schedule of the agency and provide the agency with access to all records subject to the Uniform Information Practices Act; define "government function" and "trade secret"; clarify that "government record" includes information that is created, received, maintained, or used by a private person in performance of a government function contract; and prohibit agencies from denying a request for access to records of a contractor used in the performance of a government function on the basis of trade secret or other proprietary information. Effective 1/1/2491. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Donna Kim (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Lynn DeCoite (D)*, Kurt Fevella (R)*, Troy Hashimoto (D)*, Michelle Kidani (D)*, Donovan Dela Cruz (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: The committee on JDC deferred the measure.
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MS bill #SB2145 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Alcoholic beverages; authorize the direct shipment of wine.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows wine manufacturers to obtain a direct wine shipper's permit that enables them to sell and ship limited quantities of wine directly to Mississippi residents. Specifically, a direct wine shipper must obtain a permit from the Department of Revenue, be a licensed wine manufacturer in Mississippi or another state, and comply with several key requirements: they can only ship up to twelve 9-liter cases of wine annually to any single address, must ensure the wine is labeled with an age verification requirement, report quarterly sales to the department, and keep records for at least three years. Consumers receiving wine shipments must be 21 years or older and can only use the wine for personal consumption. The bill imposes a 15.5% tax on wine sales and creates a new wine fulfillment provider permit for businesses that help wine shippers arrange transportation. Violations of the bill's provisions can result in misdemeanor penalties, including fines up to $1,000 and potential permit suspension. The new direct wine shipping system is designed to provide a regulated way for out-of-state wineries to sell directly to Mississippi consumers while maintaining strict oversight and tax collection.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Authorize A Person Who Is The Holder Of A Wine Manufacturer's Permit In This State, Or Who Is Licensed Or Permitted Outside Of The State To Engage In The Activity Of Manufacturing Wine, To Sell And Ship Wine Directly To Residents And Wine Fulfillment Providers In This State, If The Person Obtains A Direct Wine Shipper's Permit From The Department Of Revenue; To Provide For The Issuance Of Direct Wine Shipper's Permits; To Require The Holder Of A Direct Wine Shipper's Permit To Keep Certain Records And To Report Certain Information To The Department Of Revenue On A Quarterly Basis; To Prohibit The Holder Of A Direct Wine Shipper's Permit From Selling Or Shipping Light Wine Or Beer Or Any Alcoholic Beverage Other Than Wine And From Selling And Shipping Wine Contracted Through Mississippi Distributors, Brokers And Solicitors, Except Highly Allocated Items; To Limit The Amount Of Wine That A Holder Of A Direct Wine Shipper's Permit May Sell Or Ship To An Individual Each Year; To Provide For The Annual Renewal Of Direct Wine Shipper's Permits; To Provide That Persons Purchasing Or Receiving A Direct Shipment Of Wine From A Direct Wine Shipper Must Be At Least 21 Years Of Age; To Provide That Persons Receiving A Direct Shipment Of Wine From A Direct Wine Shipper Shall Use The Wine For Personal Consumption Only And May Not Resell It; To Authorize The Commissioner Of Revenue To Adopt Any Rules Or Regulations As Necessary To Carry Out This Act; To Provide Penalties For Violations Of This Act; To Amend Sections 27-71-5, 27-71-7, 27-71-15 And 27-71-29, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide The Privilege Tax Required For The Issuance Of A Direct Wine Shipper's Permit And Wine Fulfillment Provider's Permit; To Levy A Tax Upon The Sales And Shipments Of Wine Made By A Direct Wine Shipper; To Require A Certain Amount Of The Taxes Levied To Be Deposited Into The Mental Health Programs Fund; To Amend Sections 67-1-41, 67-1-45, 67-1-51, 67-1-53, 67-1-55, 67-1-57, 67-1-73, 97-31-47 And 97-31-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Foregoing Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Walter Michel (R)*, Bradford Blackmon (D)*, Jeremy England (R)*, Scott DeLano (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Approved by Governor
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RI bill #H5725 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Provides that fees for costs charged for search, retrieval or copying of public records shall be waived for members of the general assembly who certify that they are acting in their official capacity.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Rhode Island General Laws relating to public records access by adding a new provision that waives fees for search, retrieval, and copying of public records for members of the state general assembly when they are acting in their official capacity and require documents to discharge their legislative duties. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 38-2-4, which previously outlined the costs associated with obtaining public records, by inserting a new subsection (f) that provides a fee exemption for legislators. Currently, public bodies can charge up to 15 cents per page for document copies and up to $15 per hour for document search and retrieval (with the first hour free), but under this legislation, these fees would be completely waived when a legislator certifies they are requesting records as part of their official responsibilities. The bill is straightforward in its purpose, aiming to reduce financial barriers for legislators seeking information needed to perform their governmental duties, and it will take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This act would provide that fees for costs charged for search, retrieval or copying of public records shall be waived for members of the general assembly who certify that they are acting in their official capacity. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/26/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 10 : Sherry Roberts (R)*, Bob Quattrocchi (R), David Place (R), Marie Hopkins (R), Michael Chippendale (R), Jon Brien (I), Christopher Paplauskas (R), Richard Fascia (R), Paul Santucci (R), George Nardone (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
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CT bill #SB01356 • Last Action 02/26/2025
An Act Concerning Data Privacy, Online Monitoring, Social Media And Data Brokers.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively updates Connecticut's data privacy laws, focusing on protecting consumer and minor data rights while establishing new regulations for data brokers. The bill revises definitions and requirements for how businesses (called "controllers") handle personal data, with significant provisions around data collection, processing, and sale. Key changes include lowering thresholds for when privacy regulations apply to businesses, expanding protections for minors' online data, and creating a registration system for data brokers. Specifically, the bill reduces the number of consumers' data a business must handle before being subject to regulations (from 100,000 to 35,000 consumers), prohibits certain data processing practices targeting minors, and requires data brokers to register with the Department of Consumer Protection and pay a $600 annual fee. The bill also introduces stricter consent requirements, defines new categories of sensitive data (like neural data and gender-affirming health data), and provides consumers with enhanced rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out of data processing. For minors, the legislation adds protections against targeted advertising, precise location tracking, and manipulative design features on online platforms. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: To (1) amend various laws concerning (A) consumer data privacy and online monitoring by (i) defining and redefining various terms, (ii) modifying the applicability threshold for controllers and processors, (iii) modifying the entity-level and data-level exemptions, and (iv) imposing additional requirements regarding disclosures and sales of personal data, sensitive data and consumer health data, (B) social media by (i) redefining "social media platform", and (ii) prohibiting a social media platform from requiring a parent to establish an account to submit certain requests concerning a minor, and (C) youth data privacy and online monitoring by (i) defining "know", (ii) eliminating a rebuttable presumption, and (iii) modifying the scope of permissible controller conduct, and (2) provide for the registration and regulation of data brokers.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: General Law Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/26/2025 )
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RI bill #S0582 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Provides that fees for costs charged for search, retrieval or copying of public records shall be waived for members of the general assembly who certify that they are acting in their official capacity.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing Rhode Island law regarding public records access by adding a new provision that waives fees for search, retrieval, and copying of public records specifically for members of the General Assembly when they are acting in their official capacity and need documents to fulfill their legislative responsibilities. Currently, the law allows public bodies to charge up to 15 cents per page for copied documents and up to $15 per hour for search and retrieval, with the first hour free. The bill introduces an exception to these standard fees for legislators, recognizing their need to access information as part of their governmental duties. By explicitly stating that these fees shall be waived when a legislator certifies they are acting in an official capacity, the bill aims to facilitate easier and more cost-free information gathering for elected representatives. The bill will take effect immediately upon its passage, meaning the fee waiver for legislators will be implemented as soon as the bill becomes law.
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Bill Summary: This act would provide that fees for costs charged for search, retrieval or copying of public records shall be waived for members of the general assembly who certify that they are acting in their official capacity. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Elaine Morgan (R)*, Gordon Rogers (R), Jessica de la Cruz (R), Thomas Paolino (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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VT bill #H0270 • Last Action 02/26/2025
An act relating to confidentiality for peer support counseling among emergency service providers
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes confidentiality protections for peer support counseling sessions among emergency service providers, including firefighters, emergency medical technicians, law enforcement officers, corrections officers, 911 dispatchers, and ski patrollers. The bill defines a peer support counseling session as part of a critical incident stress management program designed to help emergency service providers cope with traumatic incidents related to their work. Communications during these sessions, including oral and written information, would be kept confidential and not admissible in judicial, administrative, or arbitration proceedings. The confidentiality protections only apply to counselors who have been specifically designated and trained by their employer. However, there are exceptions to confidentiality for serious situations such as threats of suicide or homicide, child or vulnerable adult abuse, admitted criminal conduct, or plans to commit crimes. The bill aims to create a safe space for emergency service providers to discuss traumatic experiences without fear of their conversations being used against them, while still maintaining protections for public safety. The provisions would take effect on July 1, 2025, and an employer would not be liable for unauthorized disclosures made by participants in these counseling sessions.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require that communications made during the course of emergency service provider peer support counseling remain confidential.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 21 : Emilie Krasnow (D)*, Gregory Burtt (R), Emily Carris-Duncan (D), Voranus Coffin (R), Leonora Dodge (D), Deborah Dolgin (R), Edye Graning (D), Mary Howard (D), Bram Kleppner (D), Larry Labor (R), Saudia Lamont (D), Joseph Luneau (R), Kate McCann (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Brian Minier (D), Kate Nugent (D), Herb Olson (D), Phil Pouech (D), Monique Priestley (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Kenneth Wells (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Rep. Wood of Waterbury moved that the Committee on Human Services be relieved of the bill and that the same be committed to the Committee on Health Care, which was agreed to
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RI bill #S0390 • Last Action 02/26/2025
Would provide for better communication between sending and receiving districts regarding students receiving special education services.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would establish new requirements for communication and cost-sharing between sending and receiving school districts when a student with a disability receives special education services outside their home district. Effective July 1, 2025, receiving districts (the districts providing special education services) must report back to the sending districts (the student's home districts) on a quarterly basis or when significant changes occur, such as a student no longer participating in the program. The bill also introduces a cost-sharing mechanism where the sending district would only be responsible for paying the lower of two costs: either the receiving district's actual cost of providing special education services or the sending district's per-pupil expenditure. Additionally, for transportation costs, the sending district would only be required to pay the actual transportation expenses. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is authorized to create rules to implement these provisions while protecting student confidentiality, and may also provide recommendations to the General Assembly about aligning these changes with existing education aid and funding frameworks. The bill aims to create more transparency, accountability, and cost-efficiency in inter-district special education service arrangements.
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Bill Summary: This act would provide for better communication between sending and receiving districts regarding students receiving special education services. This act would also adjust the costs between a sending and receiving district to educate and transport a student receiving special education services. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/27/2025
• Added: 02/27/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Mark McKenney (D)*, Andrew Dimitri (D), Lammis Vargas (D), Bob Britto (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Education
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IL bill #SB0117 • Last Action 02/25/2025
PFAS PRODUCT BAN
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the PFAS Reduction Act to prohibit the sale, offering for sale, or distribution of certain products containing intentionally added PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) in Illinois starting January 1, 2026. The banned products include cookware (such as pots, pans, and cooking utensils), cosmetics (items applied to the human body for cleansing or beautifying), dental floss, juvenile products (items for children under 12, like cribs, strollers, and car seats), menstrual products (tampons, pads, menstrual cups), intimate apparel (bras, underwear, socks), and food packaging or food contact products (containers, wrappers, trays). PFAS are a class of fluorinated chemicals known for their water and stain-resistant properties, but also associated with potential health risks. The bill defines "intentionally added PFAS" as chemicals deliberately added during manufacturing or reasonably anticipated to be present in the final product. Violators can be subject to civil penalties of up to $5,000 for a first offense and $10,000 for subsequent violations, with collected penalties deposited into the Environmental Protection Trust Fund.
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Bill Summary: Amends the PFAS Reduction Act. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2026, a person may not sell, offer for sale, or distribute for sale in this State the following products if the product contains intentionally added PFAS: (1) cookware, (2) cosmetics, (3) dental floss, (4) juvenile products, (5) menstrual products, (6) intimate apparel, or (7) food packaging or food contact products. Defines terms.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Julie Morrison (D)*, Rachel Ventura (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
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WA bill #HB1505 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Correcting obsolete or erroneous references in statutes administered by the insurance commissioner.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill addresses numerous technical corrections and updates to existing insurance-related statutes administered by the Washington state insurance commissioner. The bill makes a variety of changes, including correcting obsolete references, aligning statutes with current practices, and repealing several outdated laws. Key provisions include updating language related to medical malpractice reporting, refining definitions around net assets without donor restrictions, modifying reporting requirements for dental and medical insurance carriers, and clarifying rules around hearing instrument coverage and direct medical practices. The bill also removes several defunct reporting requirements and statutes that are no longer relevant, such as reports on health insurance market stability and natural disaster resiliency. Most changes appear to be minor technical adjustments designed to streamline and modernize insurance-related regulations, ensuring that the state's insurance laws remain current and accurately reflect contemporary practices and terminology. Some specific updates include adjusting timelines for refunds, standardizing numeric representations (like changing "fifty-five" to "55"), and making confidentiality provisions more precise for various types of insurance data.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to correcting obsolete or erroneous references in 2 statutes administered by the insurance commissioner, by repealing 3 defunct statutes and reports, aligning policy with federal law and 4 current interpretations, making timeline adjustments, protecting 5 patient data, and making technical corrections; amending RCW 6 42.56.400, 48.14.070, 48.19.460, 48.19.501, 48.19.540, 48.37.050, 7 48.38.010, 48.38.012, 48.43.0128, 48.43.135, 48.43.743, 48.135.030, 8 48.140.040, 48.140.050, 48.150.100, and 48.160.020; repealing RCW 9 48.02.230, 48.02.240, 48.19.500, 48.43.049, 48.43.650, 48.140.070, 10 and 48.160.005; and providing an effective date. 11
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Amy Walen (D)*, Liz Berry (D), Debra Lekanoff (D), Julia Reed (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Steve Tharinger (D), Nicole Macri (D), Natasha Hill (D), Shaun Scott (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Appropriations Executive Session (13:30:00 2/25/2025 House Committee on Appropriations)
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IL bill #SB2167 • Last Action 02/25/2025
FOIA-FEES AND COSTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by modifying the provisions related to fees for requesting public records. Specifically, the bill removes the requirement for public bodies to provide an accounting of personnel hours when charging fees for voluminous electronic record requests. Under the current law, when a public body imposes fees for voluminous electronic records (such as PDF or non-PDF files), they must provide a detailed breakdown of fees, costs, and personnel hours. The new bill eliminates the requirement to report personnel hours, while still maintaining the requirement to account for fees and costs. The bill preserves existing provisions that allow public bodies to charge for actual costs of reproducing records, with some exceptions such as waiving fees for requests in the public interest or providing the first 50 pages of black and white copies free of charge. For commercial requests, the bill maintains the ability to charge up to $10 per hour for searching and retrieving records after the first 8 hours. These changes aim to streamline the fee reporting process for public bodies when responding to public records requests.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. In provisions regarding the authority to charge fees and the imposition of a fee for a voluminous request, removes requirements for an accounting of all personnel hours in connection with the request for public records.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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IL bill #SB2142 • Last Action 02/25/2025
FOIA-RESPONSE PERIODS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify response time frames for public records requests. Specifically, the bill extends the standard response period for public bodies from 5 to 15 business days, meaning government agencies now have 15 business days to either comply with or deny a public records request after receiving it. The bill also increases the potential extension period from 5 to 10 business days, allowing agencies more time to gather, review, and process complex requests. Reasons for extending the response time include storing records in multiple locations, requiring collection of a substantial number of records, needing extensive search efforts, consulting with other agencies, or requiring personnel to evaluate record exemptions. Additionally, the bill changes the response time for commercial requests from 21 to 30 business days. These changes aim to provide public bodies with more flexibility in handling public records requests while maintaining the fundamental transparency goals of FOIA. The modifications recognize that some records requests can be complex and may require more time to process thoroughly and appropriately.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that each public body shall, promptly, either comply with or deny a request for public records within 15 business days (rather than 5 business days) after its receipt of the request, unless extended for an additional 10 business days (rather than 5 business days) for specified reasons. Provides that commercial requests must be responded to within 30 business days (rather than 21 working days).
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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KS bill #HB2368 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Providing for the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive legal framework for the licensure of anesthesiologist assistants (AAs) in Kansas, creating a new professional category within the medical field. The bill defines an anesthesiologist assistant as a licensed healthcare professional who provides patient services under the direct supervision of an anesthesiologist, with specific guidelines for their practice. Key provisions include requiring AAs to obtain a license from the state board of healing arts, mandating that they work under the continuous oversight of a supervising anesthesiologist who can supervise up to four AAs simultaneously, and outlining the specific medical tasks they can perform, such as obtaining patient histories, establishing airways, administering certain drugs, and participating in medical procedures. The bill also establishes an Anesthesiologist Assistant Council to advise the board, sets licensing fees, creates procedures for license application and renewal, and defines grounds for disciplinary action. Notably, AAs are explicitly prohibited from prescribing medications or practicing without direct anesthesiologist supervision. The legislation aims to provide a structured approach to integrating anesthesiologist assistants into Kansas' healthcare system while ensuring patient safety through rigorous professional standards and oversight.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT enacting the anesthesiologist assistant licensure act; providing for the powers, duties and functions of the state board of healing arts thereunder; amending K.S.A. 65-1163 and 65-28,127 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 22-4714 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: House Withdrawn from Committee on Federal and State Affairs; Referred to Committee on Health and Human Services
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AR bill #HB1356 • Last Action 02/25/2025
To Make Technical Corrections To Title 12 Of The Arkansas Code Concerning Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, And Military Affairs; And For Other Purposes.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical corrections to various sections of Title 12 of the Arkansas Code related to law enforcement, emergency management, and military affairs. Specifically, the bill makes clarifying changes to several statutes, including modifications to sex offender registration record disclosure rules by adding "post-release supervision" to existing language. It updates the Arkansas Crime Information Center's victim notification system to provide more comprehensive information about inmates, parolees, and individuals on post-release supervision. The bill also amends regulations for Department of Corrections employees carrying concealed handguns, detailing specific eligibility criteria and allowing for a six-month extension of carrying privileges after employment ends. Additionally, the bill makes minor technical corrections to child maltreatment definitions and adjusts the administrative placement of the Criminal Detention Facilities Review Coordinator from the Department of Corrections to the Department of Public Safety. The final section includes a legislative intent clause emphasizing that these are technical, not substantive, changes and providing guidance on how to interpret potential conflicts with other legislative acts. These modifications aim to improve clarity and precision in existing law without fundamentally altering the underlying legal framework.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO TITLE 12 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING LAW ENFORCEMENT, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, AND MILITARY AFFAIRS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 4 : Jimmy Gazaway (R)*, Clarke Tucker (D)*, Matthew Shepherd (R), Josh Bryant (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1356 is now Act 172
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NC bill #H178 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Budgeting Accountability and Transparency
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces new transparency and accountability measures for the state budget process in North Carolina. Section 1 establishes new rules for adopting the Current Operations Appropriations Act, requiring the General Assembly to provide at least one week of public comment through an online portal, hold a public hearing, conduct at least three nonvoting committee meetings to discuss the budget, and provide legislators with a copy of the Act and Committee Report at least five legislative days before voting. Section 2 mandates that all budget-related communications between state agencies, individual legislators, legislative employees, and other legislators become public records once the Current Operations Appropriations Act is enacted, with a specific exemption to protect attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine. The bill aims to increase transparency in the budget-making process by giving the public more opportunities to provide input and access to legislative budget communications, while ensuring that sensitive legal communications remain protected. The provisions will apply to the Current Operations Appropriations Act for the fiscal year beginning after the bill becomes law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO INTRODUCE GREATER ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY INTO THE BUDGET PROCESS BY AMENDING THE STATE BUDGET ACT TO INCREASE PUBLIC NOTICE AND PARTICIPATION AND BY REMOVING LEGISLATIVE CONFIDENTIALITY FOR CERTAIN COMMUNICATIONS TO OR FROM LEGISLATORS REQUESTING BUDGET PROVISIONS OR FUNDS MADE.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 03/03/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 14 : Deb Butler (D)*, Pricey Harrison (D)*, Marcia Morey (D)*, Renée Price (D)*, Mary Belk (D), Cecil Brockman (D), Gloristine Brown (D), Kanika Brown (D), Laura Budd (D), Maria Cervania (D), Zack Hawkins (D), Jordan Lopez (D), Lindsey Prather (D), Julie Von Haefen (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
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AR bill #HB1361 • Last Action 02/25/2025
To Make Technical Corrections To Title 23 Of The Arkansas Code Concerning Public Utilities And Regulated Industries.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several technical corrections to various sections of Title 23 of the Arkansas Code concerning public utilities and regulated industries. Specifically, the bill addresses grammatical and designation errors in several sections, including corrections to language about interruptible utility services, refund procedures for money services, and permissible investments. The bill also repeals the Comprehensive Health Insurance Pool Act, which expired in 2016, removing an entire subchapter of outdated healthcare-related regulations. Additionally, the bill includes a provision clarifying legislative intent, emphasizing that these changes are technical in nature and are not meant to substantively alter existing law. The corrections appear to be primarily administrative, aimed at cleaning up and maintaining the accuracy of the state's legal code by fixing minor errors and removing obsolete language.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO TITLE 23 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING PUBLIC UTILITIES AND REGULATED INDUSTRIES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 4 : Jimmy Gazaway (R)*, Clarke Tucker (D)*, Matthew Shepherd (R), Josh Bryant (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1361 is now Act 177
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AR bill #HB1363 • Last Action 02/25/2025
To Make Technical Corrections To Title 25 Of The Arkansas Code Concerning State Government.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes various technical corrections and updates to Title 25 of the Arkansas Code concerning state government, primarily focused on removing obsolete language, clarifying entity names, and eliminating outdated references. The bill includes amendments to multiple sections of the code, such as updating references to the State Cybersecurity Office (formerly State Cyber Security Office), removing specific implementation dates that are no longer relevant, and repealing sections related to boards or entities that no longer exist. For example, the bill removes obsolete provisions about emergency meeting dates, updates language around cybersecurity policies, eliminates references to abolished boards like the Veterinary Medical Examining Board and Commission on Water Well Construction, and removes specific reporting requirements that are no longer applicable. The bill's final section explicitly states that these changes are intended to be technical in nature and not substantive, and that they should not interfere with other acts passed during the same legislative session. The overall purpose is to clean up and streamline the legal code by removing outdated language and ensuring consistency in terminology and references.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO TITLE 25 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING STATE GOVERNMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 4 : Jimmy Gazaway (R)*, Clarke Tucker (D)*, Matthew Shepherd (R), Josh Bryant (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 20
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Notification that HB1363 is now Act 179
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MT bill #SB297 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Generally revise privacy laws
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill generally revises Montana's privacy laws with several key provisions aimed at protecting consumer and minor data privacy. The bill expands definitions and requirements for data controllers (businesses that collect personal data), introduces new protections specifically for minors, and gives the Attorney General enforcement powers. Notably, the bill reduces the threshold for businesses to be covered by privacy regulations, lowering the number of consumers whose data must be processed from 50,000 to 25,000. For online services targeting minors, controllers must now use reasonable care to avoid heightened risks of harm, obtain parental consent for certain data processing activities, and are restricted from using personal data for targeted advertising, selling data, or profiling minors without consent. The bill requires controllers to provide clear privacy notices, implement data security practices, and give consumers rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out of certain data processing. Controllers must also conduct data protection assessments for online services that pose risks to minors and maintain documentation of these assessments. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Attorney General, who can issue civil investigative demands and impose penalties up to $7,500 per violation after providing a 30-day notice period for controllers to correct issues. The law aims to provide more comprehensive data privacy protections, with a particular focus on safeguarding minors' personal information in online environments.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING PRIVACY LAWS; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; REQUIRING NOTIFICATION TO CONSUMERS THAT CERTAIN INFORMATION HAS BEEN COLLECTED; REQUIRING AN OPT-OUT OPTION FOR CONSUMERS; REQUIRING A PRIVACY NOTICE FROM CONTROLLERS; REQUIRING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO POST RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES INFORMATION ONLINE; SPECIFYING CONTROLLER DUTIES; SPECIFYING RESPONSIBILITIES BY ROLE; AMING SECTIONS 20-7-1324, 30-14-2802, 30-14-2803, 30-14-2804, 30- 14-2808, 30-14-2812, 30-14-2816, AND 30-14-2817, MCA; AND REPEALING SECTION 15, CHAPTER 681, LAWS OF 2023.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Daniel Zolnikov (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 26
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: (H) First Reading
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NM bill #HB60 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Artificial Intelligence Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in New Mexico, focusing on preventing algorithmic discrimination and ensuring transparency. The legislation defines key terms like "high-risk artificial intelligence system" and "consequential decision," and imposes significant obligations on AI developers and deployers. Developers must disclose detailed information about their AI systems, including potential risks, data sources, and bias mitigation efforts, and must post public summaries of their AI technologies. Deployers are required to create risk management policies, conduct annual impact assessments, and provide direct notices to consumers when AI systems are used to make significant decisions affecting them. The bill mandates that consumers be informed when they are interacting with an AI system and given opportunities to understand and appeal adverse decisions. The New Mexico State Department of Justice will have enforcement authority, with the ability to investigate potential violations, and consumers can bring civil actions for injunctive relief. The law includes numerous exemptions for specific use cases, such as federal applications, scientific research, and certain security and testing scenarios. Notably, the bill becomes effective on July 1, 2026, with the Department of Justice required to develop implementing rules by January 1, 2027, signaling a thoughtful, measured approach to regulating AI technologies.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE; ENACTING THE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ACT; REQUIRING NOTICE OF USE, DOCUMENTATION OF SYSTEMS, DISCLOSURE OF ALGORITHMIC DISCRIMINATION RISK AND RISK INCIDENTS; REQUIRING RISK MANAGEMENT POLICIES AND IMPACT ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT BY THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND FOR CIVIL ACTIONS BY CONSUMERS FOR INJUNCTIVE OR DECLARATORY RELIEF.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/09/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Heather Berghmans (D)*, Chris Chandler (D)*, Andrea Romero (D), Debbie Sariñana (D), Linda Trujillo (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/09/2025
• Last Action: HJC: Reported by committee with Do Not Pass but with a Do Pass recommendation on Committee Substitution
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OR bill #SB1077 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Relating to public records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Public Records Advisory Council (PRAC), a state-level advisory body, to conduct a comprehensive study of public records. Specifically, the bill requires the council to research and analyze public records-related issues and submit a formal report to the interim legislative committees by September 15, 2026. The report may include recommendations for potential legislative changes. The bill includes a sunset provision that automatically repeals the study requirement on January 2, 2027, effectively making this a time-limited directive. The purpose appears to be gathering insights and potential improvements to Oregon's public records management and access policies, with the goal of informing future legislative action through a structured, deliberative process.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells PRAC to study public records. (Flesch Readability Score: 73.8). Requires the Public Records Advisory Council to study public records. Directs the council to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to public records not later than September 15, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Kim Thatcher (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules.
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IL bill #SB2169 • Last Action 02/25/2025
FOIA-CLOSED MTG MINUTES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the process for filing lawsuits when a public body denies access to certain meeting records. Specifically, the bill introduces a new requirement that if a requester wants to sue for access to minutes or a verbatim record of a closed meeting that have not been previously available for public inspection, they must wait 60 days after either (1) the public body receives the request or (2) the Public Access Counselor issues a binding or non-binding opinion, whichever occurs later. This waiting period is intended to allow time for review of the requested records under the Open Meetings Act. The change aims to provide public bodies with an opportunity to review and potentially release requested documents before litigation begins, potentially reducing unnecessary legal proceedings and giving agencies a chance to resolve access disputes internally. The bill preserves the existing framework of FOIA that allows individuals to challenge denials of public records, but adds this procedural step specifically for meeting minutes from closed sessions.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, if the denial of a request includes a request for minutes or a verbatim record of a meeting of the public body closed to the public as provided in the Open Meetings Act that have not been previously made available for public inspection, suit may be filed under a specified provision only after a 60-day period following (i) the receipt of the request by the public body or (ii) the issuance of a binding or non-binding opinion from the Public Access Counselor, whichever is later, to allow for review of the requested records as provided under the Open Meetings Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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OK bill #SB366 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Charter schools; removing language requiring a charter school application to be first submitted to certain school district. Effective date. Emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Oklahoma's charter school application process by removing the requirement that charter school applications first be submitted to the local school district where the school would be located. Instead, beginning July 1, 2025, charter school applicants can directly submit their applications to potential sponsors, which include school district boards, higher education institutions, private colleges, recognized Indian tribes, and the Statewide Charter School Board. The bill maintains existing requirements for comprehensive charter school applications, which must include detailed information about the school's mission, organizational structure, financial plan, educational program, governance, and operational procedures. Applicants must still complete a training program provided by the Statewide Charter School Board before submitting their application, and sponsors will have 90 days to accept or reject the application, with opportunities to revise and resubmit if initially rejected. The bill aims to streamline the charter school approval process by eliminating the initial local school district review and providing more direct pathways for charter school establishment. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and the bill was declared an emergency measure, meaning it can be implemented immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to charter schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3-134, as last amended by Section 6, Chapter 323, O.S.L. 2023 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 3-134), which relates to charter school applications; removing language requiring a charter school application to be first submitted to certain school district; requiring charter school applications to be submitted to a proposed sponsor beginning on certain date; updating statutory language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Kelly Hines (R)*, Rob Hall (R)*, Julie Daniels (R), Shane Jett (R), Dusty Deevers (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/06/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Senator Deevers
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IL bill #SB2171 • Last Action 02/25/2025
FOIA-COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand the definition of "commercial purpose" in the context of public record requests. Specifically, it clarifies that a commercial purpose includes not only selling or reselling public records, but also any use that advances the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester or the person on whose behalf the request is made. The bill maintains an important exception for news media, non-profit, scientific, and academic organizations, which will not have their requests considered commercial if the principal purpose is to disseminate news, create opinion pieces, or conduct research and education. This modification aims to provide more precise guidance on what constitutes a commercial purpose when requesting public records, potentially helping public bodies better understand and respond to information requests while protecting the interests of organizations seeking information for public benefit.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, as used in the Act, the term "commercial purpose" means, among other things, the use of any part of a public record or records, or information derived from public records, in any form for any use or purpose that furthers the commercial, trade, or profit interests of the requester or the person on whose behalf the request is made.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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GA bill #HB368 • Last Action 02/25/2025
De-escalation Right To Know Law; enact
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the "De-escalation Right To Know Law," requires law enforcement officers conducting a traffic stop to provide the driver with the purpose of the stop and the suspected traffic law violation, but only after the driver has first shown their driver's license. Specifically, the bill adds a new section to Georgia's motor vehicle code that mandates officers verbally explain the reason for pulling a vehicle over if the driver requests such information. The law includes an important caveat that an officer's failure to provide this explanation will not invalidate an arrest or prevent the issuance of a traffic citation, which means the provision does not create a legal loophole for challenging traffic stops. The bill aims to increase transparency during traffic stops by ensuring drivers understand why they have been stopped, potentially helping to reduce tension and promote clearer communication between law enforcement and citizens during these encounters. The new provision applies to traffic-related offenses and is designed to give drivers more information about the purpose of a stop at the time it occurs.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 1 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to identification and regulation of motor vehicles, so as to require a law enforcement officer making a traffic stop to provide the operator with the purpose of the stop upon request after such operator displays his or her driver's license; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Dexter Sharper (D)*, Bill Hitchens (R)*, Eddie Lumsden (R)*, Yasmin Neal (D)*, Terry Cummings (D)*, Eric Bell (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: House Motor Vehicles (08:00:00 2/25/2025 606 CLOB)
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UT bill #HB0163 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Adult Probation and Parole Amendments
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Division of Adult Probation and Parole within the Department of Corrections and makes numerous technical amendments across multiple sections of Utah law to reflect this organizational change. The key provisions include establishing the new division, outlining its duties and responsibilities, and updating references in existing statutes from the "Department of Corrections" to the "Division of Adult Probation and Parole". Specifically, the bill defines the division's core functions as supervising probationers and parolees, implementing graduated and evidence-based responses to probation and parole violations, collecting supervision fees, and supporting rehabilitative programming. The division will have similar responsibilities to the current probation and parole section of the Department of Corrections, but will be structured as a distinct organizational unit. The bill also makes conforming changes to various sections of law related to criminal justice, victim notifications, expungement, and offender registration to ensure consistency with the new divisional structure. The effective date for these changes is set for May 7, 2025, allowing time for administrative preparation and implementation of the new organizational structure.
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Bill Summary: General Description: This bill amends provisions related to the Division of Adult Probation and Parole within the Department of Corrections.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2025
• Added: 01/10/2025
• Session: 2025 General Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Jeff Burton (R)*, Brady Brammer (R)
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 5 • Actions: 37
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: House/ to Governor in Executive Branch - Governor
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NJ bill #S1636 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Changes MVC voter registration procedures.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies voter registration procedures in New Jersey, primarily focusing on streamlining and expanding voter registration opportunities through the Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). The bill updates how individuals can register to vote when applying for or renewing driver's licenses, non-driver identification cards, and during other MVC transactions. Key provisions include requiring applicants to affirmatively select or decline voter registration during MVC interactions, establishing detailed procedures for electronically transmitting voter registration information from the MVC to county election officials, and adding safeguards to protect voter privacy. The bill also expands registration options for individuals with changing addresses or names, allows for electronic transmission of registration updates from various state agencies, and provides mechanisms for individuals to verify or correct their voter registration information. Notably, the bill includes protections for victims of domestic violence who may wish to register without disclosing their street address and establishes procedures for handling voter registration for individuals being released from incarceration. The changes are designed to make voter registration more accessible and automatic while maintaining voter eligibility requirements and data integrity. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, with provisions for the Secretary of State to implement preparatory administrative actions in advance.
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Bill Summary: Changes MVC voter registration procedures.
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• Introduced: 01/09/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Andrew Zwicker (D)*, Jim Beach (D)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 2 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/26/2025
• Last Action: Senate Amendment (Voice) (Ruiz)
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KY bill #HB565 • Last Action 02/25/2025
AN ACT relating to state benefits for veterans.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends numerous Kentucky statutes to expand state veterans' benefits to include discharged LGBTQ veterans and veterans with certain qualifying medical conditions. Specifically, the bill introduces two new definitions: "discharged LGBTQ veteran" (someone discharged due to sexual orientation, gender identity, or related statements) and "qualifying condition" (service-connected conditions like PTSD, traumatic brain injury, or sexual assault-related trauma). The legislation modifies existing laws across various state agencies and programs—including veterans' affairs, education, transportation, and licensing—to allow veterans with other-than-honorable discharges to receive benefits if they fall under these new categories. The changes affect areas such as tuition waivers, special license plates, teaching certification, state park fee exemptions, and other veteran-specific programs. By broadening the definition of who can be considered a veteran, the bill aims to provide support and opportunities to individuals who were previously excluded from state benefits due to discriminatory military policies related to sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill represents a significant expansion of veteran support, recognizing a broader range of military service experiences and addressing historical injustices.
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Bill Summary: Amend KRS 12.245, 12.354, 14A.1-070, 16.040, 40.010, 40.310, 40.650, 42.0146, 148.0211, 158.105, 158.140, 161.048, 164.512, 164.515, 186.041, 186.163, and 186.416 to make certain LGBTQ and qualifying veterans, as defined, eligible for state veterans' benefits.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Pamela Stevenson (D)*, George Brown (D), Beverly Chester-Burton (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (H)
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NV bill #AB128 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Creates the Office of Public Records Ombudsman in the Executive Department of State Government. (BDR 19-400)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Office of Public Records Ombudsman as an independent agency within the state government's Executive Department, with the Governor responsible for appointing an Ombudsman who has experience with public records laws. The Ombudsman will have several key responsibilities, including establishing a mediation program for public records disputes, investigating complaints, providing training and education about public records laws, and preparing educational materials. When a person encounters issues with a public records request - such as denial, unreasonable delay, or excessive fees - they can file a complaint with the Ombudsman within 60 days. The Ombudsman will first attempt to mediate the dispute, and if mediation fails, may conduct an investigation and issue a final determination within 90 days. The Ombudsman can then either deny the request, require the governmental entity to provide the records, or adjust the fees. Either party can seek judicial review if they are unsatisfied with the Ombudsman's determination. To support these duties, the Ombudsman will have broad access to governmental records and can issue subpoenas if necessary. The bill aims to provide a structured, impartial process for resolving public records access disputes and improving transparency in government record-keeping.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to public records; creating the Office of Public Records Ombudsman in the Executive Department of State Government; setting forth the powers and duties of the Ombudsman; authorizing a person to file a complaint with the Ombudsman; revising provisions governing judicial relief for actions relating to public records; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 83rd Legislature (2025)
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Assembly Government Affairs Hearing (08:00:00 2/25/2025 Room 4100)
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KS bill #SB253 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Enacting the massage therapist licensure act to provide for regulation and licensing of massage therapists.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for massage therapists in Kansas, creating a new licensure system to ensure professional standards and public safety. The bill defines massage therapy as a healthcare service involving external manipulation of soft tissue for therapeutic purposes, and requires practitioners to meet specific qualifications, including being at least 18 years old, having a high school diploma, completing 625 hours of supervised instruction, and passing a nationally recognized competency examination. Licensed massage therapists must use the "LMT" designation and will be required to maintain professional liability insurance with minimum coverage of $2 million per claim. The legislation creates a massage therapy advisory committee to help implement the act and provides a grandfathering period until July 1, 2026, for currently practicing massage therapists to obtain licensure through various pathways, such as completing training hours, practicing for at least three years, or being a member of a professional association. The bill also establishes grounds for license denial or revocation, including criminal convictions, unprofessional conduct, and failure to meet continuing education requirements. Local governments are prohibited from establishing additional professional licensing requirements for massage therapists, though they may inspect business premises for compliance with applicable laws. The act aims to protect public health by setting clear professional standards and ensuring that massage therapists are properly trained and accountable.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning health professions and practices; enacting the massage therapist licensure act; providing for regulation and licensing of massage therapists; powers, duties and functions of the state board of healing arts; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 22-4714 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Withdrawn from Committee on Ways and Means; Rereferred to Committee on Public Health and Welfare
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OK bill #SB946 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Detention facilities; modifying provisions related to standards of certain facilities. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies various provisions related to detention facilities in Oklahoma, focusing on juvenile and city/county jails. It amends existing statutes to enhance oversight, reporting, and standards for facilities that detain juveniles and adults. Key provisions include requiring city and county jail facilities to notify the State Department of Health within 24 hours of holding anyone under 18 years old, updating standards for jail inspections, and modifying rules around detention facility operations. The bill introduces more stringent requirements for staff training, facility conditions, and emergency procedures. Inspectors will now have broader access to facility information and equipment, and facilities must provide written responses to inspection reports within 30 days. The bill also adds protections around complaint investigations, such as requiring personal inmate information to be redacted and preventing unsubstantiated complaints from being made public. Additionally, the legislation provides mechanisms for facilities to request waivers from certain standards if they can demonstrate undue hardship, and establishes a process for addressing facility deficiencies, including potential facility closure if serious issues are not resolved. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving facilities time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to detention facilities; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Sections 2-2-403, 2-3-101, 2-3-103, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 242, O.S.L. 2022, and 2-5-204, as amended by Section 4, Chapter 375, O.S.L. 2022 (10A O.S. Supp. 2024, Sections 2-3-103 and 2-5- 204), which relate to the Oklahoma Juvenile Code; requiring certain records be provided to the State Department of Health; modifying provisions related to certain compliance; requiring certain notification; removing certain prohibition; amending 74 O.S. 2021, Sections 192, as amended by Section 2, Chapter 35, O.S.L. 2023, 193, and 194 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 192), which relate to inspection of city and county jails; modifying scope of certain standards; requiring certain availability of staff to perform certain duties; modifying provisions related to cell requirements; requiring certain compliance during construction or remodeling; authorizing certain waiver; authorizing promulgation of rules; authorizing certain access; requiring certain written response; prohibiting certain complaint from being made public; providing certain exception; requiring redaction of certain information; modifying provisions related to certain report; modifying scope of entities required to make certain correction; updating statutory language; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Todd Gollihare (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: Senate Public Safety REVISED Hearing (09:00:00 2/25/2025 Room 230)
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IL bill #SB2172 • Last Action 02/25/2025
FOIA-PUBLIC INFORMATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), a law that ensures public access to government information, by changing how public bodies share information about themselves. Specifically, the bill requires each public body to post a brief description of its organization on its website, instead of displaying this information at its administrative or regional offices. The description must include details such as the body's purpose, organizational structure, total operating budget, number and location of offices, employee count, and information about any advisory boards or committees that influence its operations. If a public body does not have a website, it must still display this information at its administrative or regional offices. This change aims to make government information more accessible to the public by leveraging online platforms, which can reach a broader audience more quickly and efficiently than traditional physical postings.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides the each public body shall post a brief description of itself and other specified information on its website (rather than at each of its administrative or regional offices). Provides that, if a public body does not maintain a website, it shall also post that information at each of its administrative or regional offices.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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VT bill #H0341 • Last Action 02/25/2025
An act relating to creating oversight and safety standards for developers and deployers of inherently dangerous artificial intelligence systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive oversight and safety standards for developers and deployers of inherently dangerous artificial intelligence (AI) systems in Vermont, creating a robust regulatory framework to mitigate potential risks. The legislation defines several key types of AI systems, including high-risk, generative, and dual-use foundational models, and requires developers and deployers to conduct thorough safety and impact assessments before deploying such systems. The bill mandates that AI developers and deployers exercise reasonable care to prevent potential harm, including risks of discrimination, crime, psychological injury, and privacy violations. A new Division of Artificial Intelligence within the Agency of Digital Services will collect and review these assessments, while the Attorney General will have enforcement powers, including the ability to issue civil investigative demands and seek injunctions against non-compliant entities. Consumers harmed by violations will have a private right of action to seek damages, and the law includes protections for small businesses and exceptions for certain research and contractual activities. The bill applies to businesses that are not small businesses and either conduct business in Vermont or develop/deploy high-risk AI systems in the state, with an effective date of July 1, 2025, signaling a proactive approach to regulating the rapidly evolving AI technology landscape.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to create safety standards for developers and deployers of inherently dangerous artificial intelligence systems.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Monique Priestley (D)*, Angela Arsenault (D), Daisy Berbeco (D), Esme Cole (D), Kate Logan (D), Jim Masland (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Laura Sibilia (I), Kirk White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development
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IL bill #SB2170 • Last Action 02/25/2025
FOIA-RECURRENT REQUESTERS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the definition and treatment of "recurrent requesters" by reducing the number of record requests that qualify a person as a recurrent requester. Specifically, the bill lowers the thresholds from 50 to 40 total requests in 12 months, from 15 to 10 requests within a 30-day period, and from 7 to 5 requests within a 7-day period. The bill also extends the response time for public bodies from 21 to 30 business days when handling requests from recurrent requesters. Additionally, the bill specifies that notice of recurrent requester status must be provided only once every 30 days, and it introduces a new provision making it a violation of the Act for designated recurrent requesters to knowingly obtain public records without disclosing their status. The changes aim to balance the public's right to access information with the administrative burden on public bodies, while maintaining exceptions for news media, non-profit, scientific, and academic organizations whose requests are made for informational, educational, or research purposes.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Reduces the number of record requests that must be made for a person to be considered a recurrent requester under the Act. Provides that public bodies must respond to requests from recurrent requesters with 30 (rather than 21) days after receipt of a request. Specifies that notice that requests are being treated as recurrent requests must be provided only once every 30 days. Provides that it is a violation of the Act for persons designated as recurrent requesters to knowingly obtain a public record without disclosing their status as recurrent requesters.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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OR bill #HB3213 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Relating to public records disclosure by public university foundations; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes new transparency requirements for public university foundations in Oregon, subjecting them to public records laws while also protecting certain sensitive information. Specifically, the bill defines a public university foundation as a non-profit organization supporting one or more public universities, and mandates that such foundations are now subject to public records disclosure laws. The bill creates a nuanced approach to transparency by exempting certain confidential records, such as donor identities and personal financial information, while requiring the disclosure of other key details. Public university foundations will be required to release an annual report by November 1st each year, which must be publicly available on their website and include comprehensive financial information like total annual expenditures, percentage of spending across categories like scholarships and administrative support, an annual audit, and a detailed list of contracts, subsidiaries, and employee information including names, job titles, and salaries. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, with the first annual report due by November 1, 2025. The goal appears to be increasing public accountability for these foundations while still protecting donors' privacy and sensitive organizational information.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act applies public records laws to higher learning bodies. The Act tells higher learning bodies to post certain annual reports. The Act declares an emergency and becomes law when the Governor signs it. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.4). Requires that public university foundations are subject to the public records laws of this state. Specifies the records that are exempt from disclosure. Specifies the records that are not exempt from disclosure. Requires public university foundations to release an annual report that is publicly available on the website maintained by the public university foundation. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 11 : Farrah Chaichi (D)*, Paul Evans (D), Mark Gamba (D), David Gomberg (D), Zach Hudson (D), Nancy Nathanson (D), Hoa Nguyen (D), Ricki Ruiz (D), Nathan Sosa (D), Jules Walters (D), Lew Frederick (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing held.
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IL bill #SB2173 • Last Action 02/25/2025
FOIA-EMPLOYEE LIABILITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to expand liability protection for public bodies and their employees when disclosing records. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 9.5 of the existing law to clarify that not only public bodies, but also individual officers and employees of public bodies, will be immune from legal liabilities when they disclose records in accordance with an opinion issued by the Attorney General. This means that if a public body or its employees release documents based on guidance from the Attorney General through the Public Access Counselor's review process, they cannot be sued or penalized for that disclosure. The bill provides additional legal protection for government officials who are working to comply with transparency requirements, ensuring they can fulfill FOIA requests without fear of personal or institutional legal consequences when they follow official guidance. The change aims to encourage more open and confident handling of public records requests by removing potential personal liability for government workers.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that a public body and any officer or employee of a public body (rather than only a public body) that discloses records in accordance with an opinion of the Attorney General is immune from all liabilities by reason thereof and shall not be liable for penalties under the Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Executive
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VT bill #H0335 • Last Action 02/25/2025
An act relating to payroll records of workers on State construction projects
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires employers and subcontractors working on state construction projects to maintain detailed payroll records that include specific employee information such as name, address, hours worked, wages, pay rate, and job classification. Specifically, these records must be submitted weekly to the state agency overseeing the construction project, accompanied by a signed statement verifying the records' accuracy. Employers and subcontractors must preserve these records for three years after project completion and make them available for inspection by the Commissioner of Labor or the Attorney General at any reasonable time. Additionally, these records will be subject to public inspection and copying under the Vermont Public Records Act (1 V.S.A. §§ 315-320). The bill notably excludes maintenance or construction projects carried out by the Agency of Transportation and the Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation from these requirements. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing employers time to prepare for the new recordkeeping obligations.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require employers and subcontractors working on State construction projects to maintain accurate payroll records, to preserve the records for three years, and to open the records for inspection by the Commissioner of Labor or the Attorney General. This bill also proposes that the payroll records be subject to public inspection and copying under the Vermont Public Records Act.
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Kate Logan (D)*, Conor Casey (D), Brian Cina (D), Esme Cole (D), Mari Cordes (D), Troy Headrick (D), Jay Hooper (D), Kate McCann (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Monique Priestley (D), Chloe Tomlinson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs
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RI bill #H5360 • Last Action 02/25/2025
Requires search warrant for electronic information, prohibits stingray cell-site simulators.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive privacy protections for electronic information and data, requiring law enforcement agencies to obtain search warrants before accessing location information, stored data, or transmitted data from electronic devices. The legislation defines various terms like "electronic device," "location information," and "electronic communication service" and creates strict guidelines for when and how law enforcement can access digital information. Key provisions include requiring a warrant for most electronic data collection, with limited exceptions such as cases involving emergencies (like imminent risks of death, kidnapping, or human trafficking), stolen device reports, or with the informed consent of the device owner. The bill also mandates that law enforcement notify device owners within 14 days of executing a warrant, with provisions for delayed notification in specific circumstances. Additionally, the bill introduces restrictions on stingray cell-site simulator devices, which force mobile phones to connect to them for data collection, requiring court orders for their use. The legislation aims to protect individuals' digital privacy by ensuring that law enforcement cannot arbitrarily access personal electronic information, while still providing mechanisms for legitimate investigative needs. Any electronic information obtained in violation of these provisions would be subject to exclusion rules similar to those applied to evidence obtained in violation of constitutional protections.
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Bill Summary: This act would require law enforcement agencies to obtain search warrants for electronic information, data, location information and other identifying information of subscribers and customers except in specified circumstances. Additionally, this act would prohibit the use of a stingray cell-site simulator by any law enforcement agency except upon application for its use and the granting of an order by the presiding justice of the superior court. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : David Place (R)*, Bob Quattrocchi (R), Leo Felix (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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OR bill #HCR13 • Last Action 02/25/2025
In memoriam: Former state Representative Theodore Ralph Groener.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Honors the life and memory of Ralph Groener. (Flesch Readability Score: 71.8). In memoriam: Former state Representative Theodore Ralph Groener, 1941-2022.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 4 : Annessa Hartman (D)*, Ben Bowman (D), Kevin Mannix (R), Mark Meek (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Rules suspended. Made a Special Order of Business on 03-27 Calendar.
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CA bill #AB1377 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Income taxes: credits: motion picture credit.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies California's existing motion picture tax credit program for personal and corporate income taxes, focusing primarily on changes to diversity requirements and credit certification. Specifically, for taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2025, the bill removes the "good faith effort" standard for diversity goals and requires that film productions actually meet their stated diversity objectives to receive the full tax credit. Productions will need to submit a detailed diversity workplan and a final diversity assessment that demonstrates how they achieved their goals in terms of workforce diversity and representation across various job classifications. The bill maintains the existing credit structure, which offers 20-25% tax credits for qualified motion picture productions in California, with additional incentives for productions filming outside the Los Angeles zone or bringing television series to the state. The bill also continues the Career Pathways Training program, which funds technical skills training for individuals from underserved communities in the film and television industry. Notably, the bill requires a two-thirds legislative approval because it constitutes a change in state taxes that could increase revenues, and it takes effect immediately as a tax levy.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 17053.98, 17053.98.1, 23698, and 23698.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation, to take effect immediately, tax levy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Tina McKinnor (D)*, Celeste Rodriguez (D), Heath Flora (R), Liz Ortega (D), Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Read first time.
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CA bill #AB1379 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Vehicles: speed safety system pilot program.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies existing law to make technical, nonsubstantive changes to the speed safety system pilot program currently authorized for several California cities, including Los Angeles, San Jose, Oakland, Glendale, and San Francisco. The bill maintains the current framework that allows these jurisdictions to establish speed enforcement programs using automated speed safety systems, which are electronic devices that detect speeding and photograph license plates. The systems can be deployed in safety corridors, areas with high incidents of speed contests, and school zones, with restrictions on the number of systems based on the jurisdiction's population. The bill preserves existing requirements for public information campaigns, warning notice periods, and the development of a Speed Safety System Use Policy and Impact Report. Importantly, the bill continues to emphasize data privacy, prohibiting facial recognition technology and limiting the sharing of collected information. The systems are intended to be temporary, with operation at a specific location limited to 18 months unless certain speed reduction thresholds are met or traffic-calming measures are implemented. The bill maintains provisions to protect civil liberties and ensure the systems are used primarily for safety purposes, with strict guidelines on data collection, retention, and use.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 22425 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Stephanie Nguyen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Read first time.
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TX bill #SB1130 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Relating to an alternative dispute resolution procedure regarding certain matters under the public information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedure for public information requests in Texas, allowing requestors to challenge governmental bodies' decisions about information disclosure. Under the new law, a requestor can initiate an ADR process within 180 days of submitting an original information request if they disagree with the governmental body's written determination or assertions about the requested information. The ADR must follow existing civil mediation guidelines, and the requestor must submit a written notice specifying the original request details and desired remedies. Governmental bodies are required to participate in the ADR, and they may jointly agree to share the cost of an impartial third-party mediator; if they cannot agree, the State Office of Administrative Hearings will conduct the procedure at no cost. The bill emphasizes that this new process does not alter existing deadlines or prevent requestors from clarifying, withdrawing, or submitting new information requests. The new ADR procedure will take effect on January 1, 2026, and will only apply to public information requests received on or after that date, giving state agencies time to prepare for the new process.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to an alternative dispute resolution procedure regarding certain matters under the public information law.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mayes Middleton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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CA bill #AB1341 • Last Action 02/24/2025
California Public Records Act: record withholding.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a minor, non-substantive modification to the California Public Records Act, specifically Section 7922.000 of the Government Code. The existing law requires state and local government agencies to make their records available for public inspection, with the understanding that they can withhold records only under specific circumstances. When an agency wants to withhold a record, it must provide justification by either proving the record is explicitly exempt under the law or demonstrating that the public interest served by keeping the record confidential clearly outweighs the public interest in disclosure. The bill makes a very technical linguistic change, replacing the phrase "not disclosing" with "nondisclosure of" in the statutory language, which does not alter the fundamental meaning or application of the law. This type of amendment is typically made to improve legal clarity or grammatical precision without changing the substantive legal requirement.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 7922.000 of the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Hoover (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Read first time.
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OK bill #SB944 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Crimes and punishments; modifying provisions and penalties related to hazing. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill significantly strengthens Oklahoma's anti-hazing laws by comprehensively defining hazing, establishing new criminal and civil penalties, and creating mandatory prevention and reporting requirements for educational institutions. The bill defines hazing as any activity that recklessly or intentionally endangers a student's mental or physical health during initiation or affiliation with an organization, including activities like forced consumption of substances, physical brutality, extreme mental stress, or prolonged social exclusion. It establishes both misdemeanor and felony offenses for hazing, with penalties ranging from fines up to $15,000 and potential imprisonment up to 10 years if the hazing results in serious bodily injury or death. The legislation requires educational institutions to develop and implement hazing prevention education plans, mandates public reporting of hazing violations, and creates an Anti-Hazing Revolving Fund to support educational programs. Notably, the bill prohibits using consent or traditional practices as a defense and provides immunity from prosecution for individuals who report hazing in good faith or seek emergency medical assistance. The new law will take effect on November 1, 2025, giving institutions time to prepare for the comprehensive new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to crimes and punishments; amending 21 O.S. 2021, Section 1190, which relates to hazing; defining terms; removing certain provision; modifying provisions of certain offenses; modifying provisions of certain penalties; providing certain civil penalties; directing deposit of civil penalties into certain fund; prohibiting certain defense; providing certain liability exception; authorizing certain disciplinary process; requiring certain assistance; creating misdemeanor and felony offenses; providing penalties; requiring development of certain educational plan; establishing plan criteria; requiring certain report; establishing report criteria; requiring certain posting; updating statutory language; creating the Anti-Hazing Revolving Fund; specifying permissible sources of funding; authorizing certain expenditures by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brian Guthrie (R)*, Emily Gise (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Gise (principal House author)
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OK bill #SB626 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Security Breach Notification Act; requiring notice of security breach of certain information; modifying provisions. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates Oklahoma's Security Breach Notification Act to strengthen requirements for how organizations must respond to data breaches involving personal information. The legislation expands the definition of "personal information" to include unique electronic identifiers, biometric data, and clarifies what constitutes a security breach. It requires entities experiencing a data breach to provide timely notice to affected residents and, importantly, to notify the Attorney General within 60 days of notifying residents, with detailed information about the breach including its date, nature, type of information exposed, number of affected residents, and estimated monetary impact. The bill introduces the concept of "reasonable safeguards" and provides a tiered approach to enforcement, with potential civil penalties up to $150,000 per breach, though organizations using reasonable safeguards and providing proper notice can use this as an affirmative defense against penalties. Smaller breaches affecting fewer than 500 residents (or 1,000 for credit bureaus) are exempt from certain notification requirements. The law will take effect on January 1, 2026, and applies to breaches determined on or after that date, giving organizations time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Security Breach Notification Act; amending 24 O.S. 2021, Sections 162, 163, 164, 165, and 166, which relate to definitions, duty to disclose breach, notice, enforcement, and application; modifying definitions; requiring notice of security breach of certain information; requiring notice to Attorney General under certain circumstances; specifying contents of required notice; providing exemptions from certain notice requirements; requiring confidentiality of certain information submitted to Attorney General; authorizing Attorney General to promulgate rules; clarifying compliance with certain notice requirements; modifying authorized civil penalties for certain violations; providing exemptions from certain liability; limiting liability for violations under certain circumstances; modifying applicability of act; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Brent Howard (R)*, John Pfeiffer (R)*
• Versions: 4 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Coauthored by Representative Pfeiffer (principal House author)
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CA bill #AB1178 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Peace officers: confidentiality of records.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California law to further protect the confidentiality of peace officer records by requiring law enforcement agencies to redact additional identifying information from public records. Specifically, the bill mandates that agencies remove the rank, name, photo, or likeness of certain law enforcement personnel, including undercover officers, those assigned to task forces, personnel who have received verified death threats in the past ten years due to their law enforcement employment, intelligence officers, and their family members. The bill builds upon existing provisions of the California Public Records Act that already allow for some redaction of officer records to protect personal information and ensure officer safety. While maintaining the requirement to disclose records related to serious incidents like use of force, sexual assault, dishonesty, discrimination, and unlawful arrests, the bill adds an extra layer of protection for officers who may be at heightened risk due to the nature of their work. The legislation acknowledges the dangerous and uncertain assignments faced by law enforcement and aims to provide additional confidentiality safeguards for officers and their families. If the bill creates additional costs for local agencies, the state would be required to reimburse those expenses.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 832.7 of the Penal Code, relating to peace officers.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Blanca Pacheco (D)*, Juan Alanis (R), Blanca Rubio (D), Michelle Rodriguez (D), Stephanie Nguyen (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Read first time.
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ID bill #H0309 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to establish provisions governing lobbying and lobbyists.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively reforms Idaho's lobbying regulations by repealing existing lobbying statutes and establishing a new, more detailed chapter governing lobbyist registration, reporting, and conduct. The bill creates Chapter 7 in Title 74 of Idaho Code, which establishes new provisions for lobbyists, including mandatory registration with the Secretary of State, detailed reporting requirements, and specific ethical standards. Key provisions include requiring lobbyists to register before lobbying, file monthly and weekly reports during legislative sessions, disclose expenditures over $100, and adhere to strict ethical guidelines such as not deceiving legislators or accepting contingent compensation. The bill aims to promote transparency in government by requiring lobbyists to clearly report their activities, including the subjects of legislation they are attempting to influence, and mandates that any public communication funded by lobbying expenses must clearly state who paid for it. The legislation also empowers the Secretary of State to enforce these new regulations, with potential civil fines up to $250 for individuals and $2,500 for organizations, and misdemeanor penalties for knowing violations. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and represents a significant overhaul of Idaho's lobbying disclosure and ethics framework.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6617, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE REGISTRATION OF LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6618, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION; REPEALING SECTION 67-6619, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO REPORTING BY LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6619A, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO REPORTS BY STATE ENTITIES; REPEALING SECTION 67-6620, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE EMPLOYMENT OF UNREGIS- TERED PERSONS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6621, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO THE DUTIES OF LOBBYISTS; REPEALING SECTION 67-6622, IDAHO CODE, RELATING TO A CERTAIN DOCKET, THE CONTENTS OF SUCH DOCKET, REPORTS TO THE LEGIS- LATURE, SUBJECTS OF LEGISLATION, AND WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION; AMENDING THE HEADING FOR CHAPTER 66, TITLE 67, IDAHO CODE, TO REMOVE OBSOLETE LANGUAGE; AMENDING SECTION 67-6602, IDAHO CODE, TO REMOVE DEFINITIONS; AMENDING TITLE 74, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW CHAPTER 7, TITLE 74, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PURPOSE OF THE CHAPTER, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE REGISTRATION OF LOBBY- ISTS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING EXEMPTION FROM REGISTRATION, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING REPORTING BY LOBBYISTS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING REPORTS BY STATE ENTITIES, TO ESTABLISH PROVI- SIONS REGARDING THE EMPLOYMENT OF UNREGISTERED PERSONS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE DUTIES OF LOBBYISTS, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING A CERTAIN DOCKET, THE CONTENTS OF SUCH DOCKET, CERTAIN RE- PORTS TO THE LEGISLATURE, CERTAIN SUBJECTS OF LEGISLATION, AND CERTAIN WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE DUTIES OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE, TO REQUIRE CERTAIN STATEMENTS TO
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
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CA bill #AB1337 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Information Practices Act of 1977.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Information Practices Act of 1977 to update and expand privacy protections for personal information across state and local government agencies. The bill removes the previous exemption for local agencies, meaning that local government entities will now be subject to the same information privacy rules as state agencies. Key provisions include requiring agencies to establish rules of conduct for handling personal information consistent with state management manuals, prohibiting agencies from using personal information for purposes other than its original collection, and expanding the circumstances under which personal information can be disclosed. The bill also strengthens disciplinary measures by making both intentional and negligent violations of information privacy rules grounds for potential employment termination. Additionally, the bill modifies rules around data breach notifications, making them more comprehensive and requiring agencies to provide clear, plain-language notices when personal information is compromised. The legislation aims to modernize privacy protections in response to advances in information technology, balancing the public's right to access government information with individuals' rights to privacy. The bill will impose new requirements on local agencies, which could be considered a state-mandated local program, potentially requiring state reimbursement for implementation costs.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 1798.3, 1798.16, 1798.17, 1798.19, 1798.20, 1798.24, 1798.24b, 1798.25, 1798.26, 1798.27, 1798.29, 1798.44, 1798.55, 1798.57, and 1798.68 of the Civil Code, relating to information privacy.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/22/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Chris Ward (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Read first time.
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NY bill #A05912 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Requires each agency to conduct exit surveys for employees resigning from state civil service; directs the state civil service commission to create an annual report on such surveys; exempts individual responses to exit surveys from the freedom of information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires state agencies to conduct and offer voluntary exit surveys and interviews to employees who are resigning or retiring from state civil service, with the goal of understanding why employees are leaving their jobs. By January 2027, each state agency must provide the department with copies of existing exit survey policies, and the department will then create a comprehensive exit survey and interview protocol that includes questions about the employee's work experience and reasons for leaving. The surveys and interviews must be offered as early as possible before the employee's last day, with agencies required to conduct exit interviews with at least 30% of resigning or retiring employees. By March 30th each year, starting in 2028, the department must submit a report to state leadership that includes detailed statistics about the number of employees surveyed and interviewed, as well as a summary and analysis of the reasons employees are leaving, such as career changes, work policies, compensation, workplace conflicts, and other factors. Importantly, the bill also explicitly exempts individual responses to these exit surveys from the Freedom of Information Law, which means employees' specific answers will remain confidential and cannot be publicly disclosed.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the civil service law, in relation to requiring exit surveys for resigning employees
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• Introduced: 02/24/2025
• Added: 02/24/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Alex Bores (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/24/2025
• Last Action: referred to governmental employees
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NM bill #HB283 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Law Enforcement Records Changes
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act with several key provisions aimed at regulating public records requests and protecting victims. The bill introduces a new definition of "commercial purpose" for public records requests, requiring requesters to certify that they will not use records to solicit victims and to disclose if they intend to use records for commercial purposes. Public bodies can now charge an hourly fee (up to $30 per hour after the first hour) for processing commercial purpose requests and must provide an estimated fee to the requester. The bill also establishes a new procedural requirement where requesters must provide written notice of a claimed violation to a public body, giving the body 15 calendar days to remedy the issue before potential enforcement action. Additionally, the bill limits enforcement actions to within two years of the violation and creates a temporary Inspection of Public Records Task Force to study and make recommendations on improving the public records request process. The task force, consisting of 11 members from various governmental and organizational backgrounds, will examine alternative enforcement options, standardization procedures, and potential misuse of public records requests.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; REQUIRING A LAW ENFORCEMENT RECORD REQUESTER TO CERTIFY THAT THE LAW ENFORCEMENT RECORD WILL NOT BE USED TO SOLICIT VICTIMS; PROVIDING A DEFINITION OF "COMMERCIAL PURPOSE" AND MAKING EXCEPTIONS; REQUIRING A RECORD REQUESTER WHO INTENDS TO USE THE RECORD FOR A COMMERCIAL PURPOSE TO CERTIFY THAT THE RECORD WILL BE USED FOR A COMMERCIAL PURPOSE; ALLOWING A PUBLIC BODY TO CHARGE AN HOURLY FEE TO REQUESTERS WHO INTEND TO USE A RECORD FOR A COMMERCIAL PURPOSE; REQUIRING A PUBLIC BODY TO PROVIDE AN ESTIMATED FEE TO A REQUESTER WHO INTENDS TO USE A RECORD FOR A COMMERCIAL PURPOSE; ALLOWING A PUBLIC BODY TO WAIVE THE COMMERCIAL PURPOSE FEE; REQUIRING A RECORD REQUESTER WHO HAS BEEN DENIED A REQUEST TO PROVIDE A PUBLIC BODY WITH NOTICE OF A CLAIMED VIOLATION AND ALLOWING THE PUBLIC BODY FIFTEEN CALENDAR DAYS TO REMEDY THE VIOLATION BEFORE AN ENFORCEMENT ACTION CAN BE BROUGHT; LIMITING ACTIONS TO ENFORCE THE INSPECTION OF PUBLIC RECORDS ACT TO WITHIN TWO YEARS OF THE DATE THAT THE PUBLIC BODY RECEIVED NOTICE OF A CLAIMED VIOLATION; CREATING AN INSPECTION OF PUBLIC RECORDS TASK FORCE; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Chandler (D)*, Linda Trujillo (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: HGEIC: Reported by committee without a recommendation with amendment(s)
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OR bill #SB176 • Last Action 02/24/2025
Relating to marijuana for medical use; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to Oregon's medical marijuana laws, focusing on streamlining regulations, protecting medical marijuana users' rights, and improving data collection. Here's a comprehensive summary: This bill changes the Oregon Medical Marijuana Act by creating new requirements and protections for medical marijuana users and producers. The Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission will now consolidate and publicly share data about medical marijuana use, including health outcomes, demographics, and marijuana plant profiles. The bill removes the requirement for some medical marijuana grow sites to register with the Oregon Health Authority and instead requires marijuana grow sites producing for three or more patients to get a designation from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. The legislation introduces new protections for medical marijuana patients in healthcare and employment settings. Healthcare providers cannot deny treatment or limit medical resources to a patient solely because they are a medical marijuana registry cardholder. Similarly, employers are prohibited from making employment decisions based exclusively on an employee's status as a medical marijuana user, including rejecting job applicants or terminating employees who test positive for cannabinoid metabolites. The bill also increases the amount of usable marijuana a medical marijuana grow site can transfer annually from 20 to 45 pounds and modifies plant cultivation limits. Additionally, it requires marijuana retailers to offer medical-grade cannabinoid products with no more than 20 percent total THC. The Oregon Health Authority will now issue electronic registry identification cards with quick response codes, and patients may be eligible for reduced fees or fee waivers under certain circumstances. These changes are set to become operative on January 1, 2026, giving state agencies time to prepare for implementation.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act says that some people who grow medical marijuana do not have to register with the OHA and that some others have to get a designation from the OLCC. The Act also protects some people who use medical marijuana from some kinds of unfair acts at work and in health care. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.0). Removes requirements that a registry identification cardholder who produces marijuana for personal medical use register with the Oregon Health Authority. Requires a person responsible for a marijuana grow site that produces marijuana for medical use for three or more registry identifi- cation cardholders to apply for a designation from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. Directs the authority to issue electronic registration cards. Requires a marijuana retailer to offer for sale medical grade cannabinoid items that contain not more than 20 percent total THC. Creates health care and employment protections for a person who is a registry identification cardholder. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing held.
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PA bill #HB710 • Last Action 02/24/2025
In financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility and providing for online verification of financial responsibility.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Pennsylvania's vehicle laws to establish an online system for verifying motor vehicle insurance coverage, requiring the Department of Transportation to create a digital verification platform that allows insurers, law enforcement, and government agencies to quickly confirm a vehicle owner's financial responsibility (insurance status). The new system will require insurers with over 1,000 motor vehicle insurance policies to provide access to their policy information, enable electronic verification of insurance through a standardized process, and allow law enforcement to quickly check insurance status during traffic stops. Key provisions include mandatory participation by large insurers, secure data transmission, the ability to use electronic insurance cards as proof of coverage, and a requirement that the department report on the system's effectiveness within two years of implementation. The bill also updates existing procedures for vehicle registration, allowing owners to self-certify insurance status and providing a process for addressing situations where no insurance evidence is found. Importantly, the system is designed to help reduce the number of uninsured vehicles on Pennsylvania roads while maintaining privacy protections and establishing liability guidelines for insurers participating in the verification process. Most provisions will take effect one year after passage, with some immediate implementation of foundational elements.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility and providing for online verification of financial responsibility.
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/25/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 19 : Kerry Benninghoff (R)*, Mike Armanini (R), Joe Ciresi (D), Bob Freeman (D), Liz Hanbidge (D), Emily Kinkead (D), Anita Kulik (D), Tina Pickett (R), Tarah Probst (D), Brenda Pugh (R), Jack Rader (R), Nikki Rivera (D), Brad Roae (R), Brian Smith (R), Michael Stender (R), Gina Curry (D), Aaron Bernstine (R), Joe McAndrew (D), Jill Cooper (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/25/2025
• Last Action: Referred to TRANSPORTATION
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NM bill #SB308 • Last Action 02/22/2025
Native American Ombud Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of the Native American Ombud within the Indian Affairs Department to support and advocate for Native Americans in New Mexico. The office will be led by a Native American Ombud appointed by the secretary of Indian Affairs, who will investigate and resolve concerns raised by or on behalf of Native Americans, including identifying patterns in governmental service delivery and recommending improvements. The ombud's duties include analyzing and monitoring federal and state laws affecting Native Americans, facilitating public comments on proposed policies, training staff in relevant laws and investigative techniques, and developing procedures for ombud certification. The office will maintain strict confidentiality of records, only disclosing information with written consent or by court order, and will produce an annual report detailing its actions, identified concerns, and policy recommendations. The bill prohibits interference with the office's work and retaliation against Native Americans who seek its assistance, with potential administrative actions for non-compliance. To support this new initiative, the bill appropriates $2 million from the general fund for establishing the office in fiscal year 2026, with the office becoming effective on July 1, 2025. The bill also requires service providers to post information about the office in conspicuous locations and online, ensuring Native Americans are aware of this new resource.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO NATIVE AMERICANS; ENACTING THE NATIVE AMERICAN OMBUD ACT; ESTABLISHING THE OFFICE OF THE NATIVE AMERICAN OMBUD; PROVIDING DUTIES; REQUIRING INVESTIGATION AND RESOLUTION OF CONCERNS; PROVIDING FOR THE CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDS; PROVIDING POTENTIAL ACTIONS FOR NONCOMPLIANCE; REQUIRING AN ANNUAL REPORT; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Mary Garcia (D)*, Shannon Pinto (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: SIRC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation with amendment(s)
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VA bill #SB359 • Last Action 02/22/2025
Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms, addictive feed.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Consumer Data Protection Act, focusing on regulating social media platforms' interactions with minor users. The bill defines an "addictive feed" as a feature on websites or mobile applications that recommends content to users based on their personal information, with several specific exceptions. It establishes that for social media platforms with such a feed, operators are prohibited from providing an addictive feed to users under 18 years old unless they either verify the user is not a minor or obtain verifiable parental consent. The bill expands the definition of a "child" from previously 13 years old to now include anyone under 18, and provides a detailed definition of what constitutes a "social media platform" based on specific interaction criteria. Importantly, the bill requires that age verification information can only be used for determining age and mandates that platforms cannot penalize users by degrading service or increasing prices if they cannot provide an addictive feed due to age restrictions. The goal appears to be protecting minors from potentially harmful algorithmic content recommendation systems that could be designed to maximize user engagement at the expense of user well-being.
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Bill Summary: Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms; addictive feed. Prohibits a person that operates a social media platform that has knowledge that a user of the social media platform is a child under the age of 18 from using an addictive feed, defined in the bill, unless such social media platform obtains verifiable parental consent.
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• Introduced: 08/16/2024
• Added: 12/03/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Schuyler VanValkenburg (D)*, Lashrecse Aird (D)*, Suhas Subramanyam (D), David Suetterlein (R)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 24
• Last Amended: 02/07/2024
• Last Action: House Amendments - House Amendments
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VT bill #HR0006 • Last Action 02/21/2025
House resolution amending House Rules relating to the House Ethics Panel
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: resolution amending House Rules relating to the House Ethics Panel
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• Introduced: 02/21/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Martin LaLonde (D)*, Brian Cina (D), Mike Morgan (R), Carol Ode (D), Chris Taylor (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Read first time, treated as a bill, and referred to the Committee on Rules
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CA bill #SB554 • Last Action 02/21/2025
Law enforcement: immigration enforcement.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes modifications to California's existing immigration enforcement laws, specifically the California Values Act, which governs how law enforcement agencies interact with federal immigration authorities. The bill changes language to require (rather than allow) law enforcement to perform certain limited exceptions to immigration enforcement prohibitions, such as cooperating with immigration authorities under specific circumstances involving serious criminal convictions. It removes previous language giving law enforcement discretion and instead mandates cooperation when certain conditions are met, such as when an individual has been convicted of specified violent or serious felonies. The bill also prohibits local agencies from creating additional restrictions beyond those outlined in the law and requires law enforcement to cooperate with immigration authorities only when doing so would not violate any federal, state, or local laws or policies. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that these changes apply to all cities, including charter cities, and stipulates that if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated costs, those costs will be reimbursed according to existing statutory procedures. The overall aim appears to be standardizing and potentially expanding the circumstances under which California law enforcement can assist federal immigration authorities.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 7282.5 and 7284.6 of, and to add Section 7284.7 to, the Government Code, relating to law enforcement.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Brian Jones (R)*, Marie Alvarado-Gil (D), Steven Choi (R), Megan Dahle (R), Shannon Grove (R), Roger Niello (R), Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R), Kelly Seyarto (R), Suzette Martinez Valladares (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 23.
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WA bill #SB5754 • Last Action 02/21/2025
Creating the Washington state public bank.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Washington State Public Bank, a state-owned financial institution designed to provide infrastructure financing and economic development support without raising taxes or increasing state debt. The bank would operate as a publicly owned depository institution, using fractional reserve banking principles to leverage state funds and provide loans to local governments, tribal governments, and other public entities. Key provisions include establishing a nine-member board of directors (with five members appointed by bank members and three public directors appointed by the governor), allowing the state to transfer funds from its general account into the bank, and prioritizing investments in public housing. The bank would have the power to issue bonds, make loans, and provide financial assistance for infrastructure projects, while being subject to oversight by the state finance committee and the state auditor. The legislature finds inspiration in the Bank of North Dakota, the only existing public bank in the United States, and aims to create an institution that can generate profits for the state, support local economies, and provide lower-cost financing for public initiatives. The bill emphasizes that the bank's primary duty will be serving the best interests of the people of Washington state.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to the creation of the Washington state public 2 bank; amending RCW 39.59.040, 42.56.270, 42.56.400, 43.10.067, and 3 43.84.080; adding a new section to chapter 43.08 RCW; adding a new 4 chapter to Title 43 RCW; and creating a new section. 5
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Bob Hasegawa (D)*, Yasmin Trudeau (D), Steve Conway (D), Manka Dhingra (D), Liz Lovelett (D), Rebecca Saldaña (D), Derek Stanford (D), Claire Wilson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Ways & Means.
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IL bill #SB2480 • Last Action 02/21/2025
ILLINOIS EQUITY COMMISSIONS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates three new commissions in Illinois: the Illinois African American Commission, the Illinois Asian American Commission, and the Illinois Latino Commission. Each commission will be composed of 15 members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, Senate Minority Leader, House Speaker, and House Minority Leader, with members serving staggered 3-year terms. The primary purpose of these commissions is to serve as independent voices for their respective communities, advocating for policies and programs that promote equity and inclusion in state government. The commissions will have broad responsibilities, including developing policy recommendations, monitoring legislation, conducting research, holding public hearings, and collaborating with state agencies to improve social and economic conditions for their communities. The commissions will be supported administratively by the Commission on Equity and Inclusion, may receive their own appropriations, and will be required to submit annual reports to the Governor and General Assembly detailing their progress and activities. The bill also repeals the existing African American Family Commission Act, Latino Family Commission Act, and Asian American Family Commission Act, effectively replacing these older entities with the new commissions. Additionally, the bill makes related amendments to several other state acts to reflect the establishment of these new commissions.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Illinois African American Commission Act, the Illinois Asian American Commission Act, and the Illinois Latino Commission Act. Establishes a new Illinois African American Commission, Illinois Latino Commission, and Illinois Asian American Commission. Provides that the purpose of these Commissions is to be an independent voice for their communities, represent community priorities, and advocate for policies, programs, and services that promote greater equity and inclusion in State government. Repeals the African American Family Commission Act, the Latino Family Commission Act, and the Asian American Family Commission Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Mattie Hunter (D)*, Graciela Guzmán (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán
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KY bill #HB650 • Last Action 02/21/2025
AN ACT relating to the Kentucky Tax Tribunal.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kentucky Tax Tribunal as a new independent administrative body within the executive branch, replacing the existing Board of Tax Appeals. The tribunal will serve as the single forum for all tax-related disputes in the Commonwealth, beginning January 1, 2027. Key provisions include creating a tribunal of one to three judges appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate, with specific qualifications such as being a licensed attorney with substantial tax law knowledge. The judges will serve four-year terms, receive salaries comparable to Circuit Court judges, and be responsible for hearing tax-related cases across the state. The tribunal will have the authority to conduct hearings at its principal office in Frankfort and potentially at regional locations, with the ability to hold proceedings via video or audio conference. The bill outlines comprehensive procedural guidelines for filing petitions, conducting hearings, and making decisions, emphasizing a fair and independent process for resolving tax disputes. The tribunal will have jurisdiction over a wide range of tax-related matters, including property assessments, tax refunds, and challenges to tax regulations, with the goal of providing an efficient and accessible mechanism for taxpayers to resolve tax controversies. The existing Board of Tax Appeals will be abolished, and all its property, employees, and records will be transferred to the new tribunal.
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Bill Summary: Establish a new KRS Chapter 145 to create the Kentucky Tax Tribunal within the executive branch to be the single form for all tax litigation; establish judges, forums, processes, and methods of appeal; amend various statutes to conform; repeal sections of KRS Chapter 49 which constituted the Board of Tax Appeals; EFFECTIVE, in part, January 1, 2027.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Patrick Flannery (R)*, Jason Nemes (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: to Appropriations & Revenue (H)
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PA bill #SB262 • Last Action 02/20/2025
In actions, proceedings and other matters generally, providing for extreme risk protection orders.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a legal framework for Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) in Pennsylvania, which are court orders designed to temporarily prevent individuals who may pose a significant danger to themselves or others from possessing firearms. The bill allows family members or law enforcement to petition a court for an order that would require a person to surrender their firearms if there is evidence they might be a risk. Key provisions include: creating a process for obtaining both ex parte (emergency) and final orders lasting up to one year; requiring detailed petitions with specific evidence of potential danger; mandating that respondents surrender all firearms and firearm licenses upon issuance of an order; establishing procedures for hearings, potential renewal, and termination of orders; creating a statewide registry of these orders; and implementing penalties for violations, such as filing false petitions or possessing firearms while under an order. The bill also includes protections like prohibiting fees for filing, allowing address confidentiality for petitioners, and providing immunity for good faith actions related to these orders. The legislation aims to provide a legal mechanism to temporarily remove firearms from individuals who may present an imminent risk of harm, while maintaining due process protections for the respondent.
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Bill Summary: Amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in actions, proceedings and other matters generally, providing for extreme risk protection orders.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 15 : Wayne Fontana (D)*, Carolyn Comitta (D), Vincent Hughes (D), Sharif Street (D), Tim Kearney (D), Art Haywood (D), Jay Costa (D), John Kane (D), Tina Tartaglione (D), Nick Miller (D), Nikil Saval (D), Judy Schwank (D), Katie Muth (D), Steve Santarsiero (D), Lindsey Williams (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/21/2025
• Last Action: Referred to JUDICIARY
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IL bill #SB1643 • Last Action 02/20/2025
PROP TX-SENIOR FREEZE
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code to modify the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption by introducing an automatic annual adjustment to the maximum income limitation starting in taxable year 2025. Specifically, the bill establishes that the maximum income limitation for each subsequent year will be calculated by multiplying the previous year's limit by the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index-U (CPI-U), which is a federal measure of average price changes for goods and services purchased by urban consumers. This means that the income threshold for senior citizens to qualify for the property tax exemption will now be automatically indexed to inflation, helping to ensure that the benefit keeps pace with rising living costs. The CPI-U is calculated by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and measures price changes across various consumer goods and services, with a base reference period of 1982-84. By implementing this automatic annual adjustment, the bill aims to provide more consistent and predictable financial relief for low-income senior homeowners, protecting them from being priced out of the exemption due to inflation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, beginning in taxable year 2025, the maximum income limitation for the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption shall be increased each year by the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Sue Rezin (R)*, Chris Balkema (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Chris Balkema
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CA bill #AB883 • Last Action 02/20/2025
California Public Records Act.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes minor, nonsubstantive changes to an existing provision of the California Public Records Act regarding the online posting of personal information for elected and appointed officials. The bill modifies Section 7928.205 of the Government Code to clarify that state and local agencies are prohibited from publicly posting an elected or appointed official's home address, telephone number, or name and assessor parcel number on the internet without first obtaining the official's written permission. The bill defines "publicly post" as intentionally making such information available on the internet in an unrestricted and publicly accessible manner, and specifies that this restriction does not apply to legally required notices or publications. These changes appear to be primarily technical in nature, ensuring the existing protections for officials' personal information remain clear and consistent.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend 7928.205 of the Government Code, relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Josh Lowenthal (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: From printer. May be heard in committee March 22.
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VT bill #H0293 • Last Action 02/20/2025
An act relating to health equity data reporting and registry disclosure requirements
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies health data reporting and registry disclosure requirements in Vermont across three key areas. First, it changes the frequency of the Department of Health's health equity data reporting from annually to every three years, starting in 2028. The report will continue to analyze health disparities based on factors like race, ethnicity, language, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status. Second, the bill updates disclosure requirements for the Cancer Registry, modifying the process for sharing confidential information with researchers and other agencies by requiring "assurances" of confidentiality rather than written agreements and updating the institutional review board approval standards. Third, it makes similar changes to the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Registry disclosure requirements, specifically updating the research approval process to reference more current federal privacy regulations. These modifications aim to streamline data reporting processes while maintaining patient privacy protections. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the new reporting and disclosure standards.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to reduce from annually to every three years the submission of a report by the Department of Health analyzing health equity data. It further proposes to amend the disclosure provisions pertaining to the cancer and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis registries.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Eric Maguire (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Human Services
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MT bill #HB255 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Revise online data privacy laws for K-12 pupil records
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill revises Montana's online data privacy laws for K-12 student records by modifying existing regulations for how school districts can contract with third-party digital service providers. The bill allows school districts to use model contracts from private or public consortiums that meet specific privacy standards, provided those contracts include key protections such as: maintaining the school district's ownership of student records, allowing students to control their own generated content, prohibiting the third party from using student information for unauthorized purposes, establishing procedures for parents or eligible students to review and correct personal information, describing data security measures, outlining notification procedures for potential data breaches, ensuring records are deleted after contract completion, and prohibiting targeted advertising using student data. The bill also reaffirms that contracts failing to meet these requirements can be voided, and provides that existing contracts are not immediately impacted but will be subject to these new standards upon renewal or amendment. Importantly, the legislation aims to strengthen student data privacy protections while providing school districts with flexible mechanisms for managing digital educational resources.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT REVISING ONLINE DATA PRIVACY LAWS FOR PUPIL RECORDS; ALLOWING SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO USE MODEL CONTRACTS APPROVED BY A PRIVATE OR PUBLIC CONSORTIUM; AND AMING SECTION 20-7-1326, MCA.”
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• Introduced: 11/29/2024
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Carter (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 25
• Last Amended: 01/18/2025
• Last Action: (S) Referred to Committee (S) Education and Cultural Resources
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PA bill #HB627 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Providing for Public Safety Resident Communications Pilot Program.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Public Safety Resident Communications Pilot Program through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, which will provide grants to law enforcement agencies to purchase and implement community engagement software. The software must supplement existing public safety notification systems, integrate with current technologies like computer-aided dispatch systems, and help agencies meet crime victim notification responsibilities. Grants are intended to supplement, not replace, existing funding, and law enforcement agencies can apply for grants in subsequent years. The commission must ensure grants are geographically dispersed across Pennsylvania and will develop performance metrics to track the program's progress. The bill defines "community engagement software" as a digital communication tool that allows law enforcement to send automated messages to crime victims and citizens, and includes a survey function to gather feedback and track initiatives. All records created through the program will be confidential and exempt from public disclosure under the Right-to-Know Law. The program defines "law enforcement agency" broadly to include district attorneys' offices and public agencies with general police powers. The bill will take effect 60 days after enactment.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of November 22, 1978 (P.L.1166, No.274), entitled "An act establishing the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, providing for its powers and duties establishing several advisory committees within the commission and providing for their powers and duties," providing for Public Safety Resident Communications Pilot Program.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Jared Solomon (D)*, Carol Hill-Evans (D), Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D), Missy Cerrato (D), Ben Sanchez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Referred to COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
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IA bill #SF389 • Last Action 02/20/2025
A bill for an act relating to public records requests.(Formerly SSB 1086.)
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Iowa's public records law to establish more specific requirements for government agencies when responding to public records requests. The bill requires that when a government agency (referred to as the "lawful custodian") receives a public records request, they must: (1) promptly acknowledge the request, which is defined as using reasonable, good-faith efforts to respond within the context of the current circumstances, and provide contact information for the designated representative handling the request; (2) provide an estimated date for when they will give the requester an estimate of expenses and either release the requested records or respond to the request; and (3) inform the requester about any anticipated delays in producing the requested records. The bill also reinforces existing provisions that agencies should make reasonable efforts to provide records at no cost beyond basic copying expenses, especially for requests that take less than 30 minutes to fulfill. These changes aim to improve transparency and communication in the public records request process by setting clear expectations for both government agencies and citizens seeking access to public information.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that upon receipt of a public records request, the lawful custodian shall (1) promptly, as defined in the bill, acknowledge the request and provide the contact information of the lawful custodian’s authorized designee, (2) provide an approximate date for a response and an estimate of any reasonable fees associated with the request, and (3) inform the requester of any expected delay in production of the public record.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Committee report, approving bill. S.J. 333.
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IL bill #SB1641 • Last Action 02/20/2025
CD CORR-DOC SCAN PRISONER MAIL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to enhance drug interdiction and mail security in Illinois correctional facilities by mandating comprehensive scanning of all incoming prisoner mail. Specifically, the Department of Corrections must achieve 100% scanning capacity of all mail within 180 days of the bill's effective date, with the primary goals of preventing synthetic drugs and contraband from entering correctional institutions and protecting staff and incarcerated individuals. The legislation is driven by findings that mail has become a primary entry point for smuggling drugs, particularly synthetic drugs like fentanyl, which pose significant health and safety risks. The bill requires the Department to utilize all necessary means to detect and prevent drug introduction, and ensures that after scanning, each incarcerated person will receive a digital copy of their mail. Additionally, the Department must adopt rules regarding mail delivery and scanning services and will be required to submit annual reports to the Governor and General Assembly detailing the quantity of synthetic drugs and opioids detected. The underlying motivation is to address the increasing dangers in correctional facilities, reduce drug exposure risks, and protect both employees and incarcerated individuals from the harmful effects of contraband substances.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that the Department of Corrections shall achieve 100% scanning capacity of all mail arriving at each correctional institution and facility not later than 180 days after the effective date of the amendatory Act. Provides that the Department shall utilize all means necessary to achieve synthetic drug interdiction in order to: (1) protect staff and committed persons from exposure to synthetic drugs and opioids introduced to correctional institutions and facilities through the mail; and (2) ensure that after a piece of mail is received at a correctional institution or facility, each committed person receives a digital copy of any mail that is addressed to the committed person. Provides that the Department shall adopt rules regarding the delivery of mail and mail scanning services necessary to achieve the scanning capacity described in this provision. Provides that beginning one year after the date on which the strategy is submitted under this provision, and each year thereafter, the Director of Corrections shall submit to the Governor and General Assembly a report on the total quantity of detected synthetic drugs and opioids. Contains a findings provision.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Terri Bryant (R)*, Chapin Rose (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Chapin Rose
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NY bill #A05739 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Establishes the "secure our data act"; relates to cybersecurity protection by state entities; requires the office of information technology services to develop standards for data protection of state entity-maintained information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Secure Our Data Act" to enhance cybersecurity protection for state entities in New York by requiring comprehensive data protection standards and practices. The legislation mandates that the Office of Information Technology Services develop and implement rigorous cybersecurity measures, including creating detailed regulations for protecting mission-critical information systems within one year of the act's effective date. Key provisions include requiring state entities to perform monthly vulnerability assessments of their critical systems, develop immutable and segmented data backup strategies, create comprehensive inventories of personal information and information systems, and establish incident response plans. The bill defines several technical terms like "breach of the security of the system" and "immutable" and requires annual workforce training on cybersecurity protection. State entities must conduct vulnerability testing, with a complete assessment of entire information systems mandated by December 2026, and must create incident response plans detailing how to manage and recover from security breaches. Importantly, the bill explicitly states that it does not create a private right of action, meaning individuals cannot sue state entities directly under this law. The overall goal is to protect personal information stored by state entities from unauthorized access, modification, or potential cyber threats.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the state technology law, in relation to establishing the "secure our data act"
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Michaelle Solages (D)*, Rebecca Seawright (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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NM bill #HB490 • Last Action 02/20/2025
School Discipline Policy Changes
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies New Mexico's school discipline policies to expand protections for students and create a more inclusive educational environment. The legislation adds several new protected characteristics to prevent discrimination, including disability, home language, gender, and family income level. Schools are now explicitly prohibited from demeaning, bullying, or punishing students based on these characteristics or their use of cultural symbols. The bill also establishes an online portal for reporting racially motivated incidents, with a key provision that submissions to this portal will be confidential and exempt from public record requirements. Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions allowing students to carry and self-administer prescribed asthma and anaphylaxis medications, provided they meet certain conditions such as demonstrating proper usage and obtaining necessary documentation from healthcare providers and parents. The legislation defines specific terms like "cultural or religious headdresses" and "protective hairstyles" to provide clarity, and continues to require school districts to develop discipline policies collaboratively with parents, school personnel, and students. Importantly, the bill provides legal protection for school employees who report or attempt to enforce these discipline policies in good faith.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS; REQUIRING CHANGES TO SCHOOL DISCIPLINE POLICIES; PROVIDING ADDITIONAL CHARACTERISTICS THAT ARE PROTECTED FROM DISCIPLINE, DISCRIMINATION OR DISPARATE TREATMENT; MAKING REPORTS ON THE ONLINE PORTAL RELATING TO BEHAVIOR OF STUDENTS OR SCHOOL PERSONNEL CONFIDENTIAL.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Janelle Anyanonu (D)*, Yanira Gurrola (D)*, Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Diane Torres-Velásquez (D)*, Charlotte Little (D), Pat Roybal Caballero (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HEC - Referrals: HEC/HJC
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MD bill #SB554 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Public Information Act - Frivolous, Vexatious, or Abusive Requests - Remedies
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Maryland's Public Information Act (PIA) to provide clearer procedures for addressing frivolous, vexatious, or abusive public records requests. The bill expands the powers of the State Public Information Act Compliance Board, allowing it to receive and review complaints from record custodians about requestors who submit requests that are considered burdensome or made in bad faith. The Board can now issue orders that allow custodians to ignore specific requests or future requests on similar topics, respond to a less demanding version of the request, or take other appropriate actions. The bill also allows both custodians and requestors to file complaints with the Board or circuit court, and provides a pathway for appealing the Board's decisions. A key innovation is that the Board can now dismiss complaints it considers frivolous before even requesting a response. The legislation aims to balance the public's right to access government information with protecting government agencies from overwhelming or harassing records requests. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, giving state and local agencies time to prepare for the new procedures.
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Bill Summary: Authorizing the custodian of a record to file a certain complaint relating to a Public Information Act request or pattern of requests with the Public Information Act Compliance Board or circuit court; authorizing the Compliance Board to issue a certain order or dismiss a complaint under certain circumstances; authorizing a complainant to appeal a certain decision of the Compliance Board; and authorizing the circuit court to issue a certain order under certain circumstances.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (13:00:00 2/20/2025 )
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IL bill #HB1343 • Last Action 02/20/2025
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card Act and makes comprehensive changes to numerous Illinois statutes related to firearms. Here is a summary: This bill fundamentally eliminates the existing Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card system in Illinois. It removes references to the FOID Card throughout various state laws and replaces them with updated language about firearm possession and ownership. The bill modifies multiple sections of Illinois law, including criminal code, domestic violence protections, mental health regulations, and other statutes, to remove FOID Card-specific language. Key changes include updating definitions of firearms, removing requirements for FOID Cards in various contexts like probation conditions and school safety provisions, and adjusting how firearms are handled in situations like domestic violence protection orders or mental health evaluations. The bill effectively transitions Illinois from a card-based firearm ownership system to a more direct approach of determining firearm eligibility through existing background check and prohibitive criteria in state and federal law. The changes are comprehensive, touching on everything from criminal procedures to public safety regulations, and represent a significant shift in how Illinois approaches firearm ownership documentation and regulation.
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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: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Paul Jacobs (R)*, Patrick Windhorst (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Windhorst
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WA bill #HB1127 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Modifying provisions of the revised uniform unclaimed property act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies several provisions of Washington state's Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act, with changes affecting various aspects of how unclaimed property is handled. Key provisions include establishing new rules for prearrangement funeral service contract trusts, which will now be considered abandoned and transferred to the state after three years under specific conditions. The bill lowers the reporting threshold for property from $75 to $50, changes filing and payment deadlines for holders, and introduces new requirements for virtual currency reporting. It also modifies rules around holder examinations, refunds, and penalties, and adds new confidentiality provisions for certain administrative communications. The bill makes technical corrections to definitions, clarifies time periods for property abandonment, and provides more detailed guidance on how different types of property should be reported and handled. Some sections of the bill apply retroactively to January 1, 2023, while others will take effect in 2026, ensuring a phased implementation of the new regulations. The overall goal appears to be improving the efficiency and transparency of the unclaimed property process for both property holders and potential owners.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to modifying provisions of the revised uniform 2 unclaimed property act by clarifying the abandonment period and 3 reporting procedures for prearrangement funeral service contracts 4 trusts, modifying holder reporting requirements, modifying owner 5 notification requirements, and making other changes not estimated to 6 impact revenue; amending RCW 18.39.370, 63.30.010, 63.30.040, 7 63.30.050, 63.30.090, 63.30.120, 63.30.230, 63.30.240, 63.30.280, 8 63.30.300, 63.30.330, 63.30.340, 63.30.360, 63.30.410, 63.30.420, 9 63.30.460, 63.30.550, 63.30.650, 63.30.680, 63.30.690, 63.30.730, 10 63.30.740, 63.30.790, and 63.30.820; adding a new section to chapter 11 63.30 RCW; creating new sections; repealing RCW 63.30.670; and 12 providing an effective date. 13
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• Introduced: 12/23/2024
• Added: 12/24/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Amy Walen (D)*, Kristine Reeves (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Natasha Hill (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules 2 Review.
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NM bill #HB510 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Election Boards Of Registration
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes and clarifies the duties and responsibilities of county Boards of Registration in New Mexico. The bill requires these boards to meet within one month of being nominated, choose a chair and vice chair, and operate independently. They must verify voter list accuracy by checking for deceased residents, maintaining and certifying voter lists, and ensuring address changes are properly recorded using motor vehicle division records. County clerks are now required to develop and administer annual educational programs to inform these boards about their responsibilities. The bill also mandates that county clerks report voter registration cancellations to the Boards of Registration, particularly in cases of deceased voters or voters who have changed residence. Additionally, the bill requires Boards of Registration to meet quarterly and ensures that all their meetings are open to the public, while protecting certain personal identifiers from public disclosure. These changes aim to improve the accuracy and transparency of voter registration processes in the state, aligning with federal voting rights legislation and ensuring more reliable voter records.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS; PROVIDING DUTIES OF BOARDS OF REGISTRATION; REQUIRING COUNTY CLERKS TO DEVELOP AND ADMINISTER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR BOARDS OF REGISTRATION; REQUIRING INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CANCELLATION OF A VOTER'S REGISTRATION TO BE REPORTED TO BOARDS OF REGISTRATION; REQUIRING THE BOARDS OF REGISTRATION TO CERTIFY THE CANCELLATION OF ANY VOTER REGISTRATION; REQUIRING BOARDS OF REGISTRATION TO MEET QUARTERLY.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : John Block (R)*, Rebecca Dow (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HGEIC - Referrals: HGEIC/HJC
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KY bill #SB243 • Last Action 02/20/2025
AN ACT relating to hospital price transparency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates new requirements for Kentucky hospitals regarding price transparency, mandating that hospitals publicly disclose their standard charges in digital, machine-readable formats. Specifically, hospitals must maintain a comprehensive chargemaster (a detailed list of prices) that includes multiple pricing metrics like gross charges, negotiated rates with different insurance payors, and discounted cash prices for both all facility services and at least 300 "shoppable" services (procedures that can be scheduled in advance). The bill requires these price lists to be easily accessible online without requiring registration, free of charge, and digitally searchable. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services will monitor hospital compliance, with the authority to issue warnings, request corrective action plans, and impose administrative penalties for non-compliance. Penalties are structured based on hospital size, ranging from $600 to $11,000 per day of non-compliance. Importantly, the bill also prohibits hospitals from pursuing debt collection against patients if the hospital is not in compliance with price transparency laws, providing patients with recourse if they believe a hospital has not properly disclosed its pricing. The goal is to increase healthcare pricing transparency and help patients understand and compare medical service costs before receiving treatment.
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Bill Summary: Create new sections of KRS Chapter 216B to define terms; require hospitals to disclose prices for certain items and services provided by hospitals; require hospitals to provide descriptions of different services and standard charges of those services; require the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to promulgate administrative regulations, monitor each facility's compliance, and provide administrative penalties; prohibit collective action of debt for noncompliant facilities.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Keturah Herron (D)*, Gex Williams (R), Shelley Frommeyer (R), Steve Rawlings (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: to Health Services (S)
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NM bill #HB546 • Last Action 02/20/2025
State Racing Commission Nominating Committee
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new State Racing Commission Nominating Committee and modifies the selection process for members of the State Racing Commission. The nine-member nominating committee will be appointed by various legislative leaders, the governor, and the chief justice, with members who are knowledgeable about horse racing but not directly involved in racing industry contracts. The committee will be responsible for creating a list of at least two qualified nominees for each commission vacancy, ensuring geographical diversity across the state. The bill changes the commission selection process from direct gubernatorial appointment to requiring the governor to choose commissioners from the nominating committee's list, and adds new restrictions such as preventing commission members from having financial interests in racing licensees. Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for the commission's executive director, mandating at least five years of supervisory experience in a governmental gaming regulatory agency and prohibiting any financial interests in racetracks or race wagering. The nominating committee will begin its work by September 1, 2025, with the first meeting to be held before November 1, 2025, and the provisions of the act will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO HORSE RACING; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE HORSE RACING ACT; CREATING THE STATE RACING COMMISSION NOMINATING COMMITTEE; REQUIRING MEMBERS OF THE STATE RACING COMMISSION TO BE SELECTED FROM A LIST OF QUALIFIED NOMINEES CREATED BY THE STATE RACING COMMISSION NOMINATING COMMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR THE EMPLOYMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS OF AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE STATE RACING COMMISSION.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Rod Montoya (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HGEIC - Referrals: HGEIC/HJC
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CT bill #HB06446 • Last Action 02/20/2025
An Act Concerning Student Athlete Compensation Through Endorsement Contracts And Revenue Sharing Agreements.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill allows student athletes at higher education institutions in Connecticut to earn compensation through endorsement contracts and revenue sharing agreements, with several key provisions. The legislation defines important terms like "student athlete" (a student participating in collegiate sports), "endorsement contract" (an agreement for using a student's name or likeness to promote products), and "revenue sharing agreement" (an agreement where a student shares in an institution's revenue). The bill permits student athletes to earn money through endorsement deals and employment unrelated to their athletic programs, and allows institutions to create opportunities for athletes to earn compensation for their name, image, and likeness. Institutions must adopt policies that require athletes to disclose endorsement contracts, prohibit conflicts with existing institutional agreements, and ensure that endorsement activities do not interfere with team or academic obligations. The legislation also protects student athletes by preventing institutions or athletic associations from penalizing them for such compensation arrangements. Additionally, the bill requires public higher education institutions that enter revenue sharing agreements to submit annual reports detailing the total revenue used for student athlete compensation and the number of athletes receiving such compensation. Importantly, the bill stipulates that state funds cannot be used for student athlete compensation and that details of individual athlete compensation will remain confidential unless the athlete provides written consent.
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Bill Summary: To allow institutions of higher education to enter into endorsement contracts and revenue sharing agreements with student athletes and require public institutions of higher education to submit a report on the revenue shared with student athletes pursuant to a revenue sharing agreement.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: File Number 6
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NM bill #HB489 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Black Education Liaison Portal
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing New Mexico law to expand and clarify the role of the Black Education Liaison within the state's education department. The bill modifies the liaison's responsibilities to include maintaining an online reporting portal for school-based incidents of racism or racial discrimination, with a key provision that any submissions to this portal will be kept confidential and exempt from public records requests. The legislation updates terminology, changing references from "white papers" to "policy briefs or position papers" and broadening the language about the liaison's focus from specifically "Black student" education to "the education of Black students." The liaison's duties now explicitly include advising on educational policies, supporting equitable learning environments, helping to recruit diverse parent representatives for school committees, and implementing council-recommended activities. The bill aims to create a more comprehensive and supportive infrastructure for addressing educational challenges and opportunities for Black students in New Mexico's public school system.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO THE BLACK EDUCATION LIAISON; ASSIGNING THE DUTY OF LINKING TO AN ONLINE REPORTING PORTAL; PROVIDING THAT INFORMATION SUBMITTED TO THE PORTAL IS CONFIDENTIAL; CHANGING WHITE PAPERS TO POLICY BRIEFS OR POSITION PAPERS.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Janelle Anyanonu (D)*, Diane Torres-Velásquez (D)*, Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Harold Pope (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HEC - Referrals: HEC/HGEIC
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WA bill #SB5643 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Expanding the purview of child fatality and near fatality reviews.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the scope of child fatality and near fatality reviews to include children, youth, and individuals in the care or custody of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), particularly those in juvenile rehabilitation facilities. The legislation broadens the definition of who can be reviewed to include not just minors, but any individual in state care or state-licensed facilities. The bill requires DCYF to conduct fatality and near fatality reviews when a death or serious injury is suspected to be caused by abuse or neglect, and mandates that these reviews include individuals in juvenile rehabilitation settings. The reviews must be conducted by a team with no previous involvement in the case, and a report must be issued within 180 days, which will be made publicly available online with confidential information redacted. The bill also clarifies that "near fatality" includes serious conditions resulting from incidents like drug overdoses, and expands the Office of the Family and Children's Ombuds' access to case management systems to facilitate these reviews. The underlying purpose is to improve safety and protection for individuals in state care by providing a systematic method of reviewing and learning from tragic incidents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to expanding child fatality and near fatality 2 reviews to include those in the care or custody of the department of 3 children, youth, and families pursuant to chapter 13.40 RCW; amending 4 RCW 43.06A.100 and 74.13.640; and creating a new section. 5
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Leonard Christian (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 4:00 PM.
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IL bill #SB1590 • Last Action 02/20/2025
FOIA-CONSUMER FRAUD EXEMPTION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to enhance the confidentiality of information obtained during consumer fraud investigations. Specifically, it adds a new provision that exempts information and documentary materials gathered by the Office of the Attorney General or a State's Attorney during investigations under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act from public disclosure under FOIA. The bill ensures that such materials, including transcripts, testimony, and written responses, cannot be examined by anyone other than authorized employees of the Attorney General's office or other law enforcement officials, without the consent of the person who originally produced the materials. This protection is designed to safeguard the integrity of consumer fraud investigations by preventing premature or unauthorized access to sensitive investigative documents, thus allowing law enforcement to conduct thorough and confidential inquiries into potential consumer fraud cases.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act and the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Exempts from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act information and documentary materials obtained by the Office of the Attorney general or a State's Attorney under certain provisions of the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Provides that certain materials are not available for examination, except by authorized employees of the Attorney General and authorized law enforcement, without the consent of the persons who produced the materials. Provides that certain materials obtained by the Attorney General from other law enforcement officials shall be treated as if produced pursuant to a subpoena for purposes of maintaining the confidentiality of such information.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Javier Cervantes (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Postponed - Executive
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OR bill #HB3599 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Relating to Public Records Advisory Council.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Public Records Advisory Council (PRAC), a state-level advisory body, to conduct a comprehensive study of public records and submit a detailed report to the interim legislative committees focused on judiciary matters by September 15, 2026. The report may include legislative recommendations and is designed to provide insights into current public records practices and potential improvements. The bill includes a sunset provision that automatically repeals the study mandate on January 2, 2027, ensuring that the council's work has a defined timeframe and does not become a permanent ongoing requirement. By setting a specific deadline and temporary duration, the legislation creates a structured approach for the council to examine public records issues and potentially propose reforms, while maintaining flexibility for future legislative action based on their findings.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells PRAC to study public records and report back. (Flesch Readability Score: 75.5). Requires the Public Records Advisory Council to study public records. Directs the council to submit findings to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to judiciary not later than September 15, 2026. Sunsets on January 2, 2027.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Andersen (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules.
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NY bill #A05827 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Establishes consumers' foundational data privacy rights; creates oversight mechanisms; establishes enforcement mechanisms; establishes the privacy and security victims relief fund.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive data privacy and protection regulations in New York, creating a robust framework for consumer data rights and corporate accountability. The American Data Privacy and Protection Act introduces sweeping provisions that cover how businesses collect, process, and transfer personal data, with several key elements: First, it requires covered entities to minimize data collection, only gathering information that is necessary and proportionate to specific purposes. Second, it establishes strong consent mechanisms, mandating that companies obtain clear, explicit permission from individuals before collecting or transferring their sensitive data. Third, the bill creates significant protections for children and minors, prohibiting targeted advertising to individuals under 17 and restricting data transfers involving minors. Fourth, it requires large data holders to conduct privacy impact assessments and implement robust data security practices. Fifth, the legislation establishes enforcement mechanisms through the Division of Consumer Protection and the Attorney General's office, with provisions for both government enforcement and individual civil actions. The bill also creates a Privacy and Security Victims Relief Fund to provide compensation and support for individuals affected by data privacy violations. Notably, the law applies to a wide range of entities, including businesses, service providers, and third-party data collectors, with some exemptions for small businesses and certain types of organizations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to establishing consumers' foundational data privacy rights, creating oversight mechanisms, and establishing enforcement mechanisms; and to amend the state finance law, in relation to establishing the privacy and security victims relief fund
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michaelle Solages (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: referred to science and technology
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NM bill #SB486 • Last Action 02/20/2025
Child Welfare & Services Agency
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Child Safety and Welfare Services Authority (CSWSA), a new independent state agency that will replace the Children, Youth and Families Department. The authority will be governed by a seven-member Board of Regents appointed by the governor, with specific requirements for board membership including representation from children's courts, foster care, behavioral health, juvenile justice, and social work. The state superintendent, who will lead the authority, must have advanced education and significant experience in child welfare or juvenile justice. The new agency's primary purpose is to administer child welfare and juvenile justice programs with a focus on comprehensive, coordinated services. Key responsibilities include developing prevention and intervention strategies, maintaining a statewide child service database, coordinating across state agencies, and assuming lead responsibility for children's mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence services. The bill transfers all existing department functions, contracts, and resources to the new authority, ensures a smooth transition, and mandates that the authority develop robust quality assurance processes. Additionally, the bill establishes new advisory bodies like the Youth Alliance and the Domestic Violence Leadership Commission to provide input and support the agency's mission of improving child and family services in New Mexico.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO GOVERNMENT REORGANIZATION; CREATING THE CHILD SAFETY AND WELFARE SERVICES AUTHORITY; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; TRANSFERRING MONEY, PROPERTY, CONTRACTS AND STATUTORY REFERENCES FROM THE CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES DEPARTMENT TO THE CHILD SAFETY AND WELFARE SERVICES AUTHORITY; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 02/20/2025
• Added: 02/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Padilla (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/20/2025
• Last Action: Sent to SRC - Referrals: SRC/SFC
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IL bill #SB1520 • Last Action 02/19/2025
CANNABIS SOCIAL EQUITY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several key changes to cannabis regulation in Illinois, focusing on expanding support for social equity in the cannabis industry. The bill modifies existing laws to allow the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Department of Agriculture to share licensee information with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to support social equity programming. It adds a new definition for "Social Equity Lottery Licensee" and expands the Cannabis Business Development Fund's purpose to include providing financial assistance and support for Qualified Social Equity Applicants and Social Equity Lottery Licensees. The bill enables the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to enter into financial intermediary agreements to facilitate lending and investment in these applicants, with provisions for loan distribution by lottery if funding is insufficient. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to make grant applications more accessible, such as exempting applicants from certain federal registration requirements while federal law prohibits cannabis cultivation and sale. The overall goal is to provide more comprehensive support for individuals and businesses from communities disproportionately impacted by previous cannabis-related policies, helping them enter and succeed in the legal cannabis market.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Department of Agriculture may share with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity any licensee information necessary to support the administration of social equity programming. Amends the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. Adds a definition. In various provisions, adds Social Equity Lottery Licensees to provisions that include Social Equity Applicants. Provides that the Cannabis Business Development Fund shall be exclusively used for certain purposes, to include providing financial assistance to support lending to, or private investment in, Qualified Social Equity Applicants and Social Equity Lottery Licensees, or to facilitate access to the facilities needed to commence operations as a cannabis business establishment. In provisions regarding loans and grants to Social Equity Applicants, adds financial assistance to provisions that include loans and grants. Provides that the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has the power to enter into financial intermediary agreements to facilitate lending to or investment in Qualified Social Equity Applicants, Social Equity Lottery Licensees, or their subsidiaries or affiliates, to ensure the availability of facilities necessary to operate a cannabis business establishment. Provides that certain loans made shall contain terms and provisions with respect to forgiveness. Provides that those loans also may be distributed by lot if the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity determines that the amount of funding available is insufficient. Provides that, to the extent registration with the federal System for Award Management requires a grant applicant to certify compliance with all federal laws, the grant applicants shall not be required to register for a unique entity identifier through the federal System for Award Management. Makes other and conforming changes.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Kimberly Lightford (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: To Cannabis
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IA bill #SSB1086 • Last Action 02/19/2025
A bill for an act relating to public records requests.(See SF 389.)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary:
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that upon receipt of a public records request, the lawful custodian shall (1) promptly, as defined in the bill, acknowledge the request and provide the contact information of the lawful custodian’s authorized designee, (2) provide an approximate date for a response and an estimate of any reasonable fees associated with the request, and (3) inform the requester of any expected delay in production of the public record.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as SF 389.
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NY bill #S05156 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Establishes the "It's Your Data Act" for the purposes of providing protections and transparency in the collection, use, retention, and sharing of personal information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "It's Your Data Act," a comprehensive privacy protection law for New York state residents that significantly expands data privacy rights and regulations for businesses. The bill provides consumers with extensive protections regarding the collection, use, retention, and sharing of their personal information, including requiring businesses to obtain explicit opt-in consent before collecting or sharing personal data. Key provisions include giving consumers the right to access, delete, and request information about their personal data, mandating businesses implement reasonable security procedures, and prohibiting businesses from discriminating against consumers who exercise their privacy rights. Businesses that collect personal information from New York residents must provide transparent disclosures about their data practices, limit data collection to what is necessary, and allow consumers to opt out of data sales. The law applies to businesses meeting certain revenue or data collection thresholds and includes substantial enforcement mechanisms, such as allowing consumers to bring private lawsuits with potential damages up to $750 per violation and empowering the Attorney General to pursue civil penalties. The bill aims to give consumers more control over their personal information and hold businesses accountable for responsible data management, with provisions designed to protect individual privacy rights in an increasingly digital world.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the civil rights law and the general business law, in relation to establishing the "It's Your Data Act"
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Leroy Comrie (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO CODES
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IL bill #SB1665 • Last Action 02/19/2025
FOIA-PRELIMINARY DRAFT-STUDY
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify exemptions related to draft documents and studies. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that allows for the exemption of studies, drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda, and other records containing opinions or policy formulations. However, this exemption is not absolute: if a draft record has remained in draft form for more than 12 months and was funded by public dollars from a local government unit, it can no longer be kept confidential. This change aims to increase transparency by preventing government entities from indefinitely keeping draft documents secret, while still protecting preliminary work products during the active development stage. The modification is part of Illinois' ongoing efforts to balance government transparency with the need for agencies to develop and refine policy recommendations without premature public scrutiny.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Exempts from disclosure any studies, drafts, notes, recommendations, memoranda, and other records in which opinions are expressed, or policies or actions are formulated, except that a specific record or relevant portion of a record is not exempt if the record has remained in draft form for more than a 12-month period and public dollars were spent by a unit of local government to conduct such a study.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Rob Martwick (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: To Government Operations
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NY bill #S05137 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Requires the prosecution to disclose to defense counsel certain information relating to jailhouse informants; requires prosecutors to notify victims of the informant's crimes if the prosecutor has offered the informant a benefit in exchange for testimony or other cooperation.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive regulations for the use of jailhouse informants in criminal proceedings, requiring prosecutors to disclose extensive information about these informants to the defense. Specifically, the bill defines a "jailhouse informant" as an incarcerated person who provides testimony about statements made by a suspected perpetrator or defendant. Prosecutors must now provide the defendant with the informant's complete criminal history, details of any promises or rewards made to the informant, summaries of the informant's statements, information about any previous testimony in other cases, and disclosure of any recantations. The bill also prohibits prosecutors from offering dismissals of serious crimes in exchange for testimony and requires judicial consent before offering benefits to informants. Additionally, the bill mandates that prosecutors make reasonable efforts to notify victims of crimes committed by jailhouse informants when the informant receives benefits in exchange for testimony, including contact by phone or mail. This legislation aims to increase transparency, protect defendants' rights, and ensure victims are informed about plea negotiations involving jailhouse informants. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the criminal procedure law and the executive law, in relation to requiring the prosecution to disclose to the defendant certain information relating to jailhouse informants; and to require prosecutors to notify victims of the informant's crimes in certain circumstances
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Michael Gianaris (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO CODES
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NM bill #SB449 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Medical Malpractice Changes
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to medical malpractice litigation in New Mexico, focusing on venue determination, compensation fund management, and attorney fees. The bill limits medical malpractice lawsuit venues to the county where the patient received medical treatment, restricts the amount of money that can be recovered in malpractice claims based on the type of healthcare provider and the year of injury, and modifies how the Patient's Compensation Fund operates. Key provisions include capping attorney fees at 25% for pre-trial settlements and 33% for post-trial settlements, requiring 75% of punitive damages to be awarded to the state and deposited into a new Patient Safety Improvement Fund, and adjusting the per-occurrence recovery limits for different types of healthcare providers annually based on the consumer price index, with increases capped at 3%. The bill also changes how future medical expenses are paid, mandating that they be paid as expenses are incurred rather than in a lump sum, and requires the superintendent of insurance to approve settlements paid from the Patient's Compensation Fund. Additionally, the bill creates a new Patient Safety Improvement Fund to be administered by the Department of Health, with funds to be used for improving patient safety and healthcare outcomes.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO LITIGATION; AMENDING REQUIREMENTS FOR VENUE DETERMINATION; PROVIDING REQUIREMENTS FOR DETERMINING VENUE IN CASES INVOLVING MEDICAL MALPRACTICE; AMENDING THE MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ACT; LIMITING RECOVERY FROM THE PATIENT'S COMPENSATION FUND; REQUIRING PAYMENTS FROM THE PATIENT'S COMPENSATION FUND TO BE MADE AS EXPENSES ARE INCURRED; REQUIRING SEVENTY-FIVE PERCENT OF THE PUNITIVE DAMAGES AWARDED IN MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIMS TO BE AWARDED TO THE STATE; LIMITING ATTORNEY FEES IN MALPRACTICE CLAIMS; REQUIRING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE TO APPROVE PROPOSED SETTLEMENTS PAID FROM THE PATIENT'S COMPENSATION FUND; REMOVING A REQUIREMENT FOR SURCHARGES TO BE SET WITH THE INTENT OF BRINGING THE FUND TO SOLVENCY; CREATING THE PATIENT SAFETY IMPROVEMENT FUND; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Candy Ezzell (R)*, Larry Scott (R)*, James Townsend (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/19/2025
• Last Action: Sent to SHPAC - Referrals: SHPAC/SJC/SFC
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CT bill #SB01288 • Last Action 02/19/2025
An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Education.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill implements various recommendations from the Department of Education, focusing on several key educational areas. The bill makes changes to interdistrict magnet school programs, including modifying grant application processes, enrollment standards, and transportation funding. It updates provisions related to charter schools, including application and approval processes, with a preference for schools serving students from disadvantaged backgrounds or in low-performing districts. The bill also introduces a new Connecticut State Seal of Civics Education and Engagement that schools can award to students who demonstrate high proficiency in civics education through course completion, civic engagement projects, and standardized assessments. Additionally, the bill updates requirements for special education service providers, mandating more transparent reporting and cost calculations. It also modifies the teacher education and mentoring program, including changes to instructional modules and certification processes. The bill aims to improve educational quality, support for students with special needs, teacher professional development, and civic education across Connecticut's school systems, with most provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: To implement the recommendations of the Department of Education.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Education Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/19/2025 )
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AR bill #HB1420 • Last Action 02/19/2025
To Enact The State Insurance Department's General Omnibus Amendment Of Arkansas Insurance Code.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive amendment to the Arkansas Insurance Code that makes several significant changes to state insurance regulations, particularly focusing on mental health and substance use disorder benefits. The bill modifies multiple sections of the Arkansas Code to update definitions, clarify parity requirements, and align state law with federal standards for mental health and substance use disorder insurance coverage. Key provisions include updating terminology around mental health and substance use disorders, ensuring that health benefit plans provide mental health and substance use benefits at the same level as medical and surgical benefits, and establishing more precise requirements for how insurers must handle these benefits. The bill also repeals several existing sections of law related to mental health insurance coverage and updates definitions to use more current language and align with federal guidelines such as the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to other areas of insurance law, such as modifying provisions related to the Insurance Commissioner's responsibilities and the handling of reciprocal insurers' bonds.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT TO ENACT THE STATE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT'S GENERAL OMNIBUS AMENDMENT OF ARKANSAS INSURANCE CODE; TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE PLAN; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RECIPROCAL INSURERS; TO CLARIFY AN ATTORNEY'S BOND REQUIREMENT; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING BENEFITS FOR ALCOHOL AND DRUG DEPENDENCY TREATMENT; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING SERVICE OF PROCESS IN SUITS INVOLVING INSURERS; TO REPEAL THE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH INSURANCE POOL ACT; TO REPEAL THE MINIMUM BENEFITS FOR MENTAL ILLNESS IN GROUP ACCIDENT AND HEALTH INSURANCE POLICIES OR SUBSCRIBER'S CONTRACTS; TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS MENTAL HEALTH PARITY ACT OF 2009; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)
• Sponsors: 2 : Trey Steimel (R)*, Justin Boyd (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: House Insurance & Commerce (10:00:00 2/19/2025 Room 149)
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WA bill #HB1949 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Exempting certain scholarly communications from disclosure under the public records act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to modify the Washington state Public Records Act to protect certain scholarly and academic communications from mandatory public disclosure. The legislation recognizes the importance of maintaining confidentiality in academic settings by creating specific exemptions from public inspection. These exemptions include: (1) protecting the identity of human research subjects when confidentiality was originally promised, (2) shielding peer review materials and correspondence that could reveal a reviewer's identity, and (3) keeping research-related data, computer code, and draft manuscripts confidential until they are publicly disseminated, published, copyrighted, or patented. The bill's legislative findings emphasize that confidentiality encourages frank participation in academic processes, supports academic freedom, and allows researchers to work without concerns about premature disclosure of sensitive or competitive intellectual work. The exemptions are specifically defined using federal regulatory definitions for terms like "human subject" and are intended to create a narrow, targeted protection for scholarly communications while maintaining the overall transparency goals of public records laws.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to exempting certain scholarly communications 2 from disclosure under the public records act; adding a new section to 3 chapter 42.56 RCW; and creating a new section. 4
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Gerry Pollet (D)*, Larry Springer (D), Julia Reed (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Osman Salahuddin (D), Nicole Macri (D), Beth Doglio (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Public hearing in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations at 1:30 PM.
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ID bill #H0273 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Amends existing law to authorize a school employee who possesses an enhanced license to carry concealed weapons to carry on school property in certain instances.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Idaho law to authorize certain school employees to carry concealed weapons on school property under specific conditions. The bill defines a comprehensive framework for school employees to carry concealed handguns, requiring them to have either an enhanced concealed carry license or complete Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) firearms training. Specific requirements include that only handguns with hollow-point ammunition may be carried, and the weapon must remain under the employee's immediate personal control. School employees must inform school leadership of their intent to carry and provide their certification, though their names will be kept confidential. The bill also mandates that the school board determine specific training criteria, prohibits schools from displaying "gun-free zone" signage, and provides legal protections for employees who choose to carry a weapon. Importantly, no school employee can be compelled to carry a weapon, and the decision to engage an active shooter remains a personal choice with the understanding of significant personal responsibility. The law aims to provide an additional layer of potential security in schools while establishing clear guidelines and protections for participating employees.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO FIREARMS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY; AMENDING SECTION 18-3302C, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A PROVISION REGARDING PROHIBITED CONDUCT AND TO PRO- VIDE A CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 18-3302D, IDAHO CODE, TO DEFINE TERMS, TO REVISE DEFINITIONS, TO REVISE A PROVISION REGARDING SEARCH OF A STUDENT OR MINOR, TO PROVIDE AN EXCEPTION, TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN ACTIONS, TO PROVIDE FOR DISCLOSURE OF A CONCEALED WEAPON ON SCHOOL PROP- ERTY IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, TO PROVIDE FOR THE RIGHT OF PRIVATE PROPERTY OWNERS IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, TO PROHIBIT A CAUSE OF ACTION IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN SIGNAGE, TO PROVIDE THAT NO SCHOOL EM- PLOYEE SHALL
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
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OK bill #HB2293 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Oklahoma Broadband Office; extending termination of Office; making the Oklahoma Broadband Office a division of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill transforms the Oklahoma Broadband Office from an independent entity to a division of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, with the full transfer of powers, duties, and responsibilities scheduled for December 31, 2030. The legislation modifies several key aspects of the existing broadband infrastructure framework, including removing the current Broadband Governing Board and Broadband Expansion Council, and transferring their oversight responsibilities to the Department of Commerce. The bill ensures a careful transition by mandating that all existing records, assets, contractual rights, and administrative rules will be transferred to the Department, and that employee transfers will be voluntary and maintain current salary and benefits. Personnel transfers will be coordinated through the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, and the Department of Commerce will inherit the responsibilities of developing and maintaining the statewide broadband plan, managing grant programs, and creating comprehensive broadband coverage maps. The bill aims to streamline broadband expansion efforts by consolidating administrative functions under a single state agency while preserving the core mission of improving internet connectivity across Oklahoma, particularly in underserved and unserved areas.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to the Oklahoma Broadband Office; transferring certain powers, duties, and responsibilities from the Oklahoma Broadband Office to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce by certain date; requiring Department succeed any contractual rights or responsibilities; providing for the transfer of certain rules; requiring certain notice; transferring rulemaking authority; authorizing the transfer of personnel; providing details for personnel transfer; requiring certain coordination for transfer; amending Section 2, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9201), which relates to definitions; modifying definitions; amending Section 3, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9202), which relates to the broadband governing board; modifying overseeing entity of the Oklahoma Broadband Office; extending termination of the Office; deleting certain board and board requirements; authorizing certain duties of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 139.202, as amended by Section 4, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022, and as renumbered by Section 13, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9203), which relates to the Broadband Expansion Council; removing certain council and council requirements; modifying responsible entity; amending Section 5, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 336, O.S.L. 2023 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9204), which relates to the Oklahoma Broadband Office; removing sunset provision for Office; making the Oklahoma Broadband Office a division of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; setting termination date for Office; removing certain assistance to be provided for the Office; modifying title of director; modifying responsible entity; removing certain hiring authority; amending Section 6, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9205), which relates to duties and authority of the Oklahoma Broadband Office; modifying responsible entity; removing defunct language; amending Section 10, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9209), which relates to the State Broadband Grant Program Revolving Fund; modifying responsible entity; amending 17 O.S. 2021, Section 139.203, as amended by Section 11, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022, and as renumbered by Section 14, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9210), which relates to private providers network area coverage map data; modifying statutory reference; repealing 74 O.S. 2021, Section 9207, which relates to transfer of program; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kyle Hilbert (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: House Government Modernization and Technology Hearing (10:30:00 2/19/2025 Room 450)
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KY bill #SB161 • Last Action 02/19/2025
AN ACT relating to earned wage access services.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kentucky Earned Wage Access Services Act, creating a comprehensive regulatory framework for businesses providing earned wage access services in the state. The legislation defines earned wage access services as a way for consumers to access their already-earned but not-yet-paid income, either through consumer-directed or employer-integrated methods. The bill requires providers of these services to obtain a license from the Department of Financial Institutions, pay initial and annual fees, maintain financial requirements, and undergo background checks. Providers must adhere to strict consumer protection guidelines, including offering at least one no-cost option for accessing wages, clearly disclosing fees and tip options, and prohibiting predatory practices like reporting to credit agencies or compelling payment through legal action. The bill establishes detailed requirements for licensing, record-keeping, reporting, and compliance, with the commissioner of financial institutions granted significant regulatory oversight and enforcement powers. Violations can result in civil penalties, with potential fines ranging from $250 to $7,500 depending on the nature and severity of the infraction, and in some cases, criminal misdemeanor charges. The legislation aims to provide a structured and consumer-friendly approach to regulating emerging earned wage access services while protecting individuals from potential financial harm.
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Bill Summary: Establish Subtitle 13 of KRS Chapter 286, the Kentucky Financial Services Code, and create new sections to regulate earned wage access services; define terms; establish exemptions from the subtitle; establish licensing requirements for certain earned wage access services providers; establish requirements for change of control of a licensee; provide circumstances under which the commissioner of the Department of Financial Institutions is authorized to take adverse action, enter emergency orders, deny a license, or take other regulatory actions; authorize licensees and other persons aggrieved by a final decision of the commissioner to request an administrative hearing; establish trade practice requirements for earned wage access services providers; require licensees to maintain an agent in this state for service of process; require an annual report by licensees; require the commissioner to make and publish an analysis and recapitulation of the annual reports submitted by licensees; establish recordkeeping requirements for licensees; provide that certain information is confidential and not subject to disclosure; authorize the commissioner to promulgate administrative regulations for the proper conduct of business under the subtitle and to conduct examinations and investigations; prohibit a licensee from being subject to liability for an act or omission made in conformity with a notice, opinion, or interpretation issued by the commissioner; establish civil and criminal penalties; provide that a contract made in violation of the subtitle is void; amend KRS 286.4-410, 286.11-007, and 371.150 to conform; authorize certain earned wage access providers to continue to act without a license during initial implementation; provide that Sections 1 to 26 may be cited as the Kentucky Earned Wage Access Services Act.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jason Howell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: to Banking & Insurance (S)
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KS bill #SB274 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Requiring the state corporation commission to engage a consulting firm to conduct a technical and legal feasibility study on new nuclear energy generation.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Kansas State Corporation Commission to hire a specialized consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive technical and legal feasibility study on nuclear energy generation in the state. The consulting firm must meet specific criteria, such as having over 35 years of experience in the nuclear industry, having served at least 90% of existing U.S. nuclear operators, and deriving 50% of its revenue from nuclear licensing. The study must explore various aspects of nuclear energy, including economic and environmental impacts, workforce development, land and siting criteria, safety considerations, potential for small modular and microreactors, and coordination with other clean energy technologies. The bill allocates $375,000 from the state general fund to support the study, which must be completed and submitted to the legislature, governor, and relevant committees by April 1, 2026. The consulting firm will be required to provide recommendations on policies that could support nuclear energy adoption, assess potential benefits and challenges, and evaluate the feasibility of nuclear energy generation in Kansas. Any information shared during the study will be kept confidential and exempt from open records requirements. The bill aims to provide lawmakers with comprehensive, expert-driven insights to inform future nuclear energy policy decisions.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning energy; relating to the state corporation commission; requiring the commission to engage a consulting firm to conduct a technical and legal feasibility study on new nuclear energy generation in this state; making and concerning appropriations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, for the state corporation commission.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Senate Referred to Committee on Utilities
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OK bill #HB1123 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Broadband; modifying certain funding source; deleting State Broadband Grant Program Revolving Fund; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the existing law regarding Oklahoma's Broadband Governing Board and State Broadband Grant Program by making several key changes. The bill removes the provision for the State Broadband Grant Program Revolving Fund, which previously allowed the Oklahoma Broadband Office to receive and spend money for grant awards and operating expenses. The Broadband Governing Board, which oversees the Oklahoma Broadband Office, will continue to operate until June 30, 2028, and consists of nine members appointed by various state officials, including representatives from the House, Senate, Governor's office, Lieutenant Governor, and State Treasurer. The Board is responsible for overseeing the Statewide Broadband Plan, approving grant and incentive programs, and maintaining an Executive Director who serves at the Board's pleasure. The State Broadband Grant Program will continue to focus on expanding internet access in unserved and underserved areas, with grants including a "clawback provision" that requires recipients to reimburse funds if they fail to meet contract terms. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, and ensures that the Board will use the year prior to its termination to wind down its affairs.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to broadband; amending Section 3, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9202), which relates to the broadband governing board; modifying certain funding source; amending Section 10, Chapter 229, O.S.L. 2022 (74 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section 9209), which relates to the state broadband grant program; deleting State Broadband Grant Program Revolving Fund; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Bashore (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/14/2025
• Last Action: House Government Modernization and Technology Hearing (10:30:00 2/19/2025 Room 450)
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VT bill #S0074 • Last Action 02/19/2025
An act relating to the collection, sharing, and selling of consumer health data
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive privacy protections for consumer health data in Vermont, establishing the "Vermont My Health My Data Act" with significant new requirements for businesses that collect, use, or share sensitive health information. The legislation defines "consumer health data" broadly to include a wide range of personal health-related information, from medical treatments and diagnoses to reproductive health services and location data. Key provisions require businesses to obtain explicit, informed consent before collecting or sharing consumer health data, provide clear privacy policies, and give consumers the right to access, delete, and withdraw consent for their health data. The bill prohibits selling consumer health data without a separate, signed authorization and makes it unlawful to use geofencing technology near healthcare facilities to track individuals. Businesses must implement robust data security practices, limit employee access to health data, and ensure that any third-party processors adhere to strict guidelines. The law applies to businesses operating in Vermont or targeting Vermont consumers, with some exemptions for certain types of health information and research. Violations will be treated as consumer protection offenses, enforceable by the Attorney General, and the law is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, giving businesses time to adjust their data handling practices.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to regulate the collection, sharing, and selling of consumer health data in Vermont.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Ginny Lyons (D)*, Martine Gulick (D), Wendy Harrison (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Health and Welfare
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IL bill #SB0171 • Last Action 02/19/2025
BUSINESS ENTERPRISE-VETERANS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would amend the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act to include veterans as a protected category alongside existing groups. Here's a summary: This bill expands the existing Business Enterprise Program to explicitly include veteran-owned businesses and veterans as a protected group. The legislation modifies numerous existing state laws to add "veterans" to various provisions relating to business enterprise, procurement, and diversity goals. Specifically, the bill adds veterans to definitions, reporting requirements, and aspirational goals across multiple state agencies and programs. Key provisions include: - Defining "veteran" as someone who has served in the armed forces under specific conditions - Adding veterans to existing goals for state contracts, with aspirational targets of 30% for general contracts and 20% for construction contracts - Requiring agencies to report on veteran-owned business participation - Mandating outreach and inclusion efforts for veteran-owned businesses - Establishing reporting requirements to track veteran business participation - Updating definitions in multiple state laws to include veterans alongside minorities, women, and persons with disabilities The bill aims to create more economic opportunities for veterans by ensuring they have meaningful access to state procurement processes and business development programs. By adding veterans as a protected category, the legislation seeks to recognize and support veterans' economic participation across various state initiatives.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act. Modifies the provisions of the Act to apply to veterans and veteran-owned businesses. Modifies a Section concerning the short title. Changes the title of the Act to the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities Act, and makes conforming changes throughout various statutes referencing the title of the Act. Amends the Illinois Procurement Code. Removes a provision concerning procurement preferences for veterans and veteran-owned businesses. Applies administrative penalties for falsely certified businesses to minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and businesses owned by persons with a disability. Defines terms. Makes conforming changes in various statutes concerning minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and businesses owned by persons with a disability. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Craig Wilcox (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: To Procurement
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NY bill #A00950 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Provides for the award of reasonable attorneys' fees in FOIL proceedings if the person is successful and in open meeting proceedings to the successful petitioner and against the public body.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to modify provisions regarding attorneys' fees in Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) and open meetings proceedings. Specifically, the bill changes the language from "may" to "shall" when awarding attorneys' fees, making it mandatory for courts to award reasonable legal fees to a successful petitioner in certain circumstances. For FOIL proceedings, attorneys' fees must be awarded when an agency fails to respond to a request within the statutory time, or when the court determines the agency had no reasonable basis for denying access to records. The bill defines "reasonable basis" for denial as either relying on a published appellate court opinion with substantially similar facts or a published opinion from the committee on open government. For open meetings proceedings, the bill similarly mandates that courts award costs and reasonable attorneys' fees to the successful petitioner against the public body, removing previous language that gave courts discretion in such awards. These changes are intended to provide stronger legal recourse and financial support for individuals seeking government transparency and accountability.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to the award of reasonable attorneys' fees in certain proceedings
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 4 : Phil Steck (D)*, Jo Anne Simon (D), Bill Magnarelli (D), Anna Kelles (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: print number 950a
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SC bill #H3868 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Firearms Criminal Background Checks
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends South Carolina law to require comprehensive background checks for all firearm sales, exchanges, and transfers outside of those conducted by licensed firearms dealers or between immediate family members. The legislation mandates that a National Instant Criminal Background Check (NICS) must be performed through a licensed dealer before any firearm transaction, including those at gun shows, with the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) overseeing the process. Key provisions include requiring dealers to obtain a unique identification number from NICS or wait 30 days before completing a transfer, maintaining transaction records for law enforcement inspection, and arranging for licensed dealers to conduct background checks at gun shows. The bill defines specific terms like "firearm" and "antique firearm" and establishes penalties for violations, which include a potential fine of up to $1,000 or imprisonment for up to one year. Additionally, the bill protects the records of these background checks from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act and allows dealers to charge a transaction fee of up to $25. The legislation is designed to enhance firearm transaction oversight and prevent potentially dangerous individuals from acquiring firearms.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Article 2 To Chapter 31, Title 23 So As To Require National Instant Criminal Background Checks Before Any Sale, Exchange, Or Transfer Of Firearms In This State And To Provide Procedures For The Background Checks; To Require National Instant Criminal Background Checks At Gun Shows And To Provide Procedures For The Background Checks; And To Exempt Records Kept From Disclosure As Public Records Under The Freedom Of Information Act And To Provide A Penalty For Violations Of The Article.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 6 : J.A. Moore (D)*, Hamilton Grant (D), Kambrell Garvin (D), Tiffany Spann-Wilder (D), Michael Rivers (D), Heather Bauer (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Bauer
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VT bill #S0076 • Last Action 02/19/2025
An act relating to health equity data reporting and registry disclosure requirements
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies reporting requirements and disclosure provisions for health-related registries in Vermont, making several key changes. First, it reduces the frequency of the Department of Health's health equity data reporting from annually to every three years, beginning in 2028. The report will continue to analyze health disparities across various demographic factors such as race, ethnicity, language, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status. For the cancer registry, the bill updates the requirements for sharing confidential information with researchers and other agencies, now requiring "assurances acceptable to the Commissioner" that identifying information will remain confidential, and specifying that researchers must obtain approval from an institutional review board or privacy board. Similarly, for the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Registry, the bill updates the research approval process, replacing references to "academic committee for the protection of human subjects" with more specific language about institutional review board or privacy board approval. These changes aim to streamline reporting processes and ensure consistent, privacy-protective approaches to sharing sensitive health data. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to reduce from annually to every three years the submission of a report by the Department of Health analyzing health equity data. It further proposes to amend the disclosure provisions pertaining to the cancer and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis registries.
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• Introduced: 02/19/2025
• Added: 02/20/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Ginny Lyons (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Health and Welfare
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AL bill #HB283 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Data privacy, processing of data regulated, consumer actions related to data authorized
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive data privacy protections for Alabama residents by creating a framework that governs how businesses collect, process, and manage personal data. The legislation applies to businesses that control or process personal data of over 50,000 consumers or process data of over 25,000 consumers while deriving more than 25% of their gross revenue from selling personal data. Consumers are granted several key rights, including the ability to confirm what personal data is being processed, correct inaccuracies, delete their data, obtain a copy of their data, and opt out of targeted advertising, data sales, and certain automated profiling. Businesses are required to limit data collection to what is necessary, implement data security practices, obtain consent for processing sensitive data, and provide clear privacy notices. The bill prohibits discriminating against consumers who exercise their data rights and mandates that businesses establish secure methods for consumers to submit data requests. Enforcement is exclusively handled by the Attorney General, who must first issue a notice of violation and provide a 60-day period for businesses to correct issues before potential legal action. Notably, the bill does not allow for private lawsuits and includes numerous exemptions for specific types of organizations and data, such as healthcare entities and research institutions. The law is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, giving businesses time to prepare for compliance.
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Bill Summary: Data privacy, processing of data regulated, consumer actions related to data authorized
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Mike Shaw (R)*, Chip Brown (R), Craig Lipscomb (R), Parker Moore (R), James Lomax (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: House Commerce and Small Business Hearing (16:00:00 2/19/2025 Room 418 UPDATED AGENDA)
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CA bill #SB291 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Contractors: workers’ compensation insurance.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends California's contractor licensing laws related to workers' compensation insurance, introducing several key changes. It modifies the existing exemption rules for contractors who do not have employees, now allowing exemptions for contractors with no workers who do not undertake construction projects valued over $2,000 and have not been previously cited for workers' compensation violations. The bill introduces more stringent penalties for violations, including a minimum $10,000 civil penalty for sole owner licensees found employing workers without proper workers' compensation coverage. Starting January 1, 2027, the Contractors State License Board will be required to develop an open book examination about workers' compensation laws that licensees must pass during renewal, and the renewal form will require licensees to state under penalty of perjury that they have no employees and understand the potential penalties. The bill also mandates that the board periodically review and adjust the construction project value threshold for inflation. Additionally, the board will be prohibited from renewing or reinstating a license for contractors who violate workers' compensation insurance requirements until they provide a valid certificate of insurance. These changes aim to enhance compliance and accountability in the contractor licensing system by more rigorously enforcing workers' compensation insurance requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Sections 7125, 7125.4, and 7125.5 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to contractors.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tim Grayson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on B. P. & E.D. and JUD.
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IL bill #SB0226 • Last Action 02/19/2025
FOIA-LIST OF PUBLIC DOCUMENTS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to enhance public access to government records and databases. Specifically, the bill requires public bodies to expand their existing lists of public records by including detailed, plain-text descriptions of each type and category of information contained in every database field they maintain. Additionally, the bill mandates that public bodies provide comprehensive descriptions of their database structures that are clear enough to enable requesters to ask for specific database queries. This provision aims to make government information more transparent and accessible to citizens by removing technical barriers that might prevent individuals without specialized computer knowledge from understanding and requesting public records. The changes will help ensure that people can more easily navigate and request information from government databases, promoting greater openness and accountability in public record-keeping.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that a public body shall include in its list of records available under the Act the identification and a plain-text description of each of the types or categories of information of each field of each database of the public body. Provides that the public body shall provide a sufficient description of the structures of all databases under the control of the public body to allow a requester to request the public body to perform specific database queries.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Don DeWitte (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: To Ethics
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OK bill #HB1862 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Law enforcement officers; creating the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Event Deconfliction Act; directing law enforcement personnel to submit certain information to the event deconfliction system; codification; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Event Deconfliction Act, which establishes a comprehensive system for law enforcement agencies to coordinate and prevent potential conflicts during high-risk operations. The act defines an "event deconfliction system" as a mechanism to help law enforcement personnel avoid accidentally interfering with each other's operations, such as raids, surveillance, or warrant service. Law enforcement personnel are required to submit detailed information about planned events to the system at least one hour before the operation, including case number, event type, date and time, location, lead agency, contact information, and other relevant details. The bill mandates that personnel submit information about specific types of events like search warrants, planned arrests, surveillance operations, and other high-risk activities. When a potential conflict is identified, law enforcement must make a good faith effort to resolve the issue before proceeding. The bill also emphasizes confidentiality, making submitted information protected from public records requests and subpoenas, and establishes penalties for misusing the system, including potential misdemeanor charges with fines up to $500 or up to one year in county jail. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control is authorized to create rules for implementing the act, which will become effective on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to law enforcement officers; creating the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Event Deconfliction Act; defining terms; directing law enforcement personnel to submit certain information to the event deconfliction system; providing list of information and type of events to be submitted; directing law enforcement to resolve event conflicts; making law enforcement personnel subject to certain penalties for failure to resolve conflicts; making information and files subject to current data retention policies of law enforcement agencies; providing confidentiality of information submitted to event deconfliction system; prohibiting the misuse of information; providing penalties; directing the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control to promulgate certain rules or regulations; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Eric Roberts (R)*, Darrell Weaver (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: House A&B Public Safety Subcommittee Hearing (16:30:00 2/19/2025 Room 206)
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VA bill #SB1029 • Last Action 02/19/2025
FOIA; procedure for responding to requests, charges, posting of notice of rights & responsibilities.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to make several key changes to how public bodies handle records requests. The bill limits the fees that public bodies can charge for staff time to produce records, capping these charges at the median hourly rate of pay for employees or the actual hourly rate of the employee performing the work, whichever is less. If no employee can fulfill the request at or below the median rate, the public body can petition a court for relief from this fee cap. The bill also amends the procedures for how public bodies respond to records requests, allowing them to petition either a general district or circuit court for additional time to respond to complex requests, with these petitions to be given priority on the court's docket and with the response time paused while the petition is pending. Additionally, the bill makes technical amendments to the FOIA, including moving provisions about charges for record production into a separate section of the law and updating the required statement on charges that must be posted on public bodies' websites. These changes aim to balance the public's right to access government records with the administrative challenges faced by public bodies in responding to complex or voluminous records requests.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Freedom of Information Act; procedure for responding to requests; charges; posting of notice of rights and responsibilities. Limits the fees charged for producing public records to the median hourly rate of pay of employees of the public body or the actual hourly rate of pay of the person performing the work, whichever is less, and provides that a public body may petition a court for relief from this fee limit if there is no one who can process the request at the median hourly rate of pay or less. The bill makes corresponding amendments to the required statement on charges in the notice of rights and responsibilities that must be posted on a public body's website. The bill also amends existing law providing that a public body may petition a court for additional time to respond to a request for public records to allow such petitions to be heard in either general district or circuit court, to give such petitions priority on the court's docket, and to toll the response time while such a petition is pending before a court. The bill makes technical amendments, including moving provisions regarding charges for the production of public records into a separate section of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danica Roem (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 6 • Actions: 31
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Left in General Laws
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CA bill #AB734 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Environmental protection: biological resources data: reporting.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires regional, local, and state public agencies to post biological resources data on their internet websites within two weeks of receiving such information. "Biological resources data" is defined broadly as information about species and their habitats, including observations, surveys, scientific studies, species needs, habitat conditions, and maps at a specific scale (one inch equals 500 feet). The bill aims to increase transparency by making this environmental and ecological information quickly and easily accessible to the public. Recognizing that implementing this new requirement could create additional administrative work for local agencies, the bill includes a provision that if the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated costs, local agencies would be reimbursed according to existing statutory procedures. This legislation builds upon existing laws regarding public records and electronic data reporting, with the goal of promoting openness and accessibility of environmental information.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 71068.5 to the Public Resources Code, relating to environmental protection.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Nick Schultz (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: From printer. May be heard in committee March 21.
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CA bill #SB312 • Last Action 02/19/2025
Dog importation: health certificates.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies California's requirements for dog importation by establishing new rules for health certificates when dogs are brought into the state for resale or ownership transfer. Under the new law, anyone importing a dog must obtain a health certificate from a licensed veterinarian dated within 10 days of entry, which must include detailed information such as the date of examination, a statement about the dog's health status, vaccination records, rabies immunization details, the number of dogs in the shipment, individual dog descriptions, microchip numbers, origin and destination addresses, and contact information for both the sender and recipient. The Department of Food and Agriculture will be required to create a public website displaying all submitted health certificates in full, without any redactions, and make these documents readily accessible as public records. The bill repeals previous health certificate requirements and exempts certain dogs, such as those passing through the state, entering for exhibitions, or being delivered to research institutions, from these new regulations. By expanding documentation requirements and making health certificates publicly available, the bill aims to improve tracking and transparency in dog importation while ensuring the health and safety of imported dogs.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 31000) to Division 14 of the Food and Agricultural Code, and to repeal Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 121720) of Part 6 of Division 105 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to dogs.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Tom Umberg (D)*, Steve Bennett (D), Marc Berman (D), Ash Kalra (D), Henry Stern (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on B. P. & E.D. and AGRI.
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WA bill #HB1671 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Protecting personal data privacy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive personal data privacy protections for Washington state residents, introducing detailed regulations for how businesses (called "controllers") collect, process, and transfer personal data. The legislation defines personal data broadly, including any information that can identify or be linked to an individual, and creates extensive consumer rights such as the ability to confirm what data is being collected, access and correct that data, delete personal information, and opt out of targeted advertising or data sales. Companies must obtain affirmative consent before collecting sensitive data, which includes health information, racial or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, and precise location data. The bill requires businesses to provide clear privacy notices, implement robust data security practices, and conduct data protection assessments for high-risk processing activities. Notably, the law prohibits discriminatory data processing and prevents companies from retaliating against consumers who exercise their privacy rights. The attorney general will be responsible for enforcement, with a 30-day cure period for businesses before potential legal action. The law applies to businesses conducting business in Washington or targeting Washington residents, with specific exemptions for government entities, certain types of research, and some healthcare-related data processing. The bill aims to give consumers more control over their personal information and hold businesses accountable for responsible data handling practices.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to personal data privacy; adding a new section to 2 chapter 19.373 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 19 RCW; creating a 3 new section; providing an effective date; and providing an expiration 4 date. 5
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/28/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Shelley Kloba (D)*, Mary Fosse (D), Beth Doglio (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Liz Berry (D), Alex Ramel (D), Shaun Scott (D), Jamila Taylor (D), Tarra Simmons (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Appropriations.
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IL bill #HB3152 • Last Action 02/18/2025
GENERAL ASSEMBLY PRIVACY ACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the General Assembly Privacy Act, which provides comprehensive protections for Illinois General Assembly members' personal information. The legislation requires government agencies to remove a member's personal information from publicly available content upon receiving a written request, and prohibits persons, businesses, and associations from posting, selling, or trading a member's personal information online if such action could threaten the member or their immediate family's health and safety. "Personal information" is broadly defined to include home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, social security numbers, and other sensitive data. The bill establishes a strict process for members to request privacy protection, allowing them or their representatives to submit written requests specifying which personal information should be kept private. If a person knowingly posts a member's family's personal information in a way that poses an imminent threat and causes bodily injury or death, they can be charged with a Class 3 felony. The law also provides legal recourse, allowing members to seek injunctive relief and potentially recover legal costs if their personal information is improperly disclosed. Notably, the legislation is designed to be interpreted broadly to maximize protection of members' personal information, reflecting growing concerns about privacy and personal safety for elected officials.
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Bill Summary: Creates the General Assembly Privacy Act. Provides that government agencies shall not publicly post or display publicly available content that includes a member of the General Assembly's personal information, provided that the government agency has received a written request from the member. Prohibits a person, business, or association from soliciting, selling, or trading on the Internet a members's personal information with the intent to pose an imminent and serious threat to the health and safety of the member's immediate family. Allows for civil damages of not less than $10,000. Makes it a Class 3 felony to knowingly post personal information of the member's immediate family, if the person knows or reasonably should know the posting poses an imminent and serious threat to the health and safety of the member or the member's immediate family, and the posting is a proximate cause of bodily injury or death of the member or the member's immediate family.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : David Friess (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #HB3212 • Last Action 02/18/2025
LOCAL GOV BANKRUPTCY NEUT EVAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates the Local Government Bankruptcy Neutral Evaluation Act, which establishes a structured alternative process for local government entities facing severe financial challenges before resorting to Chapter 9 bankruptcy. The bill allows a local public entity experiencing financial difficulties to initiate a confidential neutral evaluation process involving creditors, where a specially trained, impartial evaluator helps parties explore alternatives to bankruptcy and potentially negotiate debt restructuring. The neutral evaluation process is time-limited (up to 90 days) and requires good-faith participation from all parties, with the goal of avoiding a formal bankruptcy filing. If the neutral evaluation process fails or the entity's financial condition deteriorates, the local government can declare a fiscal emergency and file for bankruptcy, but only after holding a public hearing and making specific findings about the entity's financial state. The bill also provides protections for the evaluation process, including confidentiality of records and discussions, and creates exemptions in the Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act to support the neutral evaluation process. Importantly, the bill emphasizes that bankruptcy should be a last resort and aims to provide a collaborative, transparent approach to addressing local government financial challenges while minimizing disruption to public services.
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Bill Summary: Creates the Local Government Bankruptcy Neutral Evaluation Act. Makes legislative findings. Defines terms. Authorizes a local public entity to initiate a neutral evaluation process if that entity is unable to meet its financial obligations. Provides for the selection and qualification of an evaluator, the evaluation process, cessation of an evaluation, declaration of a fiscal emergency, and definition of liabilities. Provides that records prepared for or used in connection with the Local Government Bankruptcy Neutral Evaluation Act are exempt from disclosure. Amends the Open Meetings Act. Provides that a public body may hold closed meetings related to the Local Government Bankruptcy Neutral Evaluation Act. Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Steve Reick (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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OR bill #HB2062 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Relating to batteries.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive battery recycling program in Oregon that requires battery producers to create and participate in battery producer responsibility organizations (BPROs) to manage the collection and recycling of batteries. Under this legislation, battery producers must join a BPRO and develop a plan approved by the Department of Environmental Quality that ensures convenient and equitable battery collection services across the state, including establishing collection sites within 15 miles of 95% of state residents, with specific requirements for urban and rural areas. The bill defines various types of batteries covered (including portable and medium format batteries) and mandates that BPROs implement environmentally sound management practices, provide public education about battery recycling, and submit annual reports detailing their collection and recycling efforts. Producers will be required to pay membership fees that incentivize battery designs that facilitate recycling and reduce environmental impacts, and the program will be funded through these fees and deposited into a newly created Battery Producer Responsibility Fund. Starting July 1, 2028, battery producers must have an operational recycling program, and the bill also prohibits consumers from disposing of removable lithium-ion batteries in mixed municipal solid waste, instead requiring them to be delivered to designated collection sites. The Department of Environmental Quality will oversee the program, with the ability to issue civil penalties for non-compliance, and the bill includes provisions to protect participating organizations from antitrust claims.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act says that makers of batteries must carry out a plan to collect and recycle batteries. (Flesch Readability Score: 60.1). Requires producers of batteries or battery-containing products to join a battery producer re- sponsibility organization and implement a battery producer responsibility program for the collection and recycling of batteries. Directs the Department of Environmental Quality to administer and enforce requirements of the Act. Establishes the Battery Producer Responsibility Fund.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing held.
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IL bill #HB3668 • Last Action 02/18/2025
APA-FISCAL IMPACT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to introduce new requirements for state agencies when proposing new rules or modifications to existing rules. Specifically, before moving to the second notice period in the rulemaking process, agencies must conduct a good-faith analysis of the potential net new costs that would be imposed on private sector entities and local government units or taxing bodies. If the proposed rulemaking is found to create new costs, the rule text must include provisions to offset or balance those costs. The bill prohibits agencies from adopting, filing, modifying, or repealing any rule that imposes net new costs on these entities. Additionally, the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules will be responsible for scrutinizing compliance with these new requirements, with the power to prohibit or suspend proposed rules that do not meet the standards. The bill also creates a private cause of action, allowing parties who are injured by the adoption of a rule that violates these new requirements to seek legal recourse. This legislation aims to provide additional economic protections for businesses and local government entities by requiring agencies to carefully consider and mitigate the financial impact of new regulations.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. Requires an agency in a proposed rulemaking to carry out, before moving to the second notice period, a good-faith analysis of the net new costs to be imposed upon (i) entities in the private sector and (ii) units of local government and taxing bodies other than the State of Illinois. Provides that if the proposed rulemaking is found to impose net new costs upon those entities, the text of the proposed rule must contain reliefs to balance the net new costs. Prohibits the adoption or filing of any rule or modification or repeal of any rule that imposes net new costs upon any of those entities. Provides that the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules shall scrutinize compliance with these requirements and that any failure of an agency to comply shall trigger the prohibition or suspension of a proposed rule. Creates a private cause of action for a party injured by the adoption of a rule in violation of the requirements added by the amendatory Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Jed Davis (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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WI bill #AB50 • Last Action 02/18/2025
State finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2025 legislature. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a comprehensive budget bill for Wisconsin's 2025-2027 fiscal biennium that covers a wide range of policy areas and appropriations. Here's a summary of key provisions: The bill makes significant changes across multiple areas of state government, including: Agriculture: Provides grants for biodigester operators, dairy agriculture resilience, farm-to-school programs, and supports for agricultural producers. Creates new programs like a transition to grass pilot program and value-added agricultural practices support. Economic Development: Expands workforce housing initiatives, creates grants for small businesses, provides support for main street revitalization, and increases funding for various economic development programs. Education: Increases per-pupil aid, expands special education funding, creates new grants for school mental health services, computer science education, and financial literacy. Modifies parental choice and special needs scholarship programs. Healthcare: Expands Medicaid coverage, extends postpartum medical assistance, creates a Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board, and provides various health-related grants. Elections: Facilitates voter registration, creates an Office of Election Transparency and Compliance, modifies special election procedures, and establishes a voter bill of rights. Workforce and Employment: Expands paid family and medical leave, increases minimum wage study, creates new worker protections, and modifies various employment regulations. Marijuana: Legalizes marijuana possession for adults, creates a regulatory framework for sales, and establishes provisions for medical marijuana. The bill also includes numerous appropriations, tax changes, bonding authorizations, and policy modifications across state government. It represents a comprehensive approach to budgeting and policy-making for Wisconsin for the 2025-2027 fiscal period.
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Bill Summary: An Act; Relating to: state finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2025 legislature. (FE)
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 0 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to joint survey committee on Retirement Systems
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WV bill #HB2534 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Creating Persons with Disabilities Registry
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a voluntary Persons with Disabilities Registry that allows local law enforcement agencies to create a database of individuals with developmental, psychological, or other disabilities that may be relevant during law enforcement interactions. Adults with disabilities can self-enroll, while parents or legal guardians can enroll minors or incapacitated adults, with provisions requiring notification of the enrolled individual. To register, individuals must provide proof of disability through documentation from licensed healthcare professionals. The registry can include personal identifying information, contact details, and specifics about the person's disability. The registry's records are confidential and exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), though information can be shared with other emergency and law enforcement agencies when there is good cause or for official duties. Registrants can be removed from the database through a verbal or written request, and the local law enforcement agency must remove their information within five business days. The primary goal of this registry is to help law enforcement officers better understand and interact with individuals who may have communication or behavioral challenges due to their disabilities.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to create a Persons with Disabilities Registry; and provide for a public records exemption.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Eric Brooks (R)*, David Green (R), Dave Foggin (R), David Elliott Pritt (R), Ian Masters (R), Larry Kump (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: To House Health and Human Resources
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VA bill #HB1799 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Virginia Lottery; disclosure of identity of winners.
Status: Passed
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Virginia law regarding the disclosure of lottery winner identities by lowering the threshold for privacy protection from $10 million to $1 million. Currently, the Virginia Lottery is prohibited from disclosing personal information about individual lottery winners whose prize exceeds $10 million. Under this proposed change, the Lottery would be prohibited from disclosing personal information about any individual winner whose prize is $1 million or greater, unless the winner provides written consent for such disclosure. The bill specifically amends two sections of the Code of Virginia (§§ 2.2-3705.7 and 58.1-4029) to ensure that winners' personal information remains confidential at the lower prize threshold. This change would provide greater privacy protection for a larger number of lottery winners, allowing them to maintain anonymity if they choose, and helping to shield their personal details from public exposure when they win significant prizes.
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Bill Summary: Virginia Lottery; disclosure of identity of winners. Prohibits the Virginia Lottery (the Department) from disclosing information about any individual winner whose prize is $1 million or greater and exempts such information from disclosure under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act unless the winner consents to such disclosure. Under current law, the Department is prohibited from disclosing information about any individual winner whose prize exceeds $10 million.
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Scott Wyatt (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 7 • Actions: 28
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., March 24, 2025
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TX bill #HB2961 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Relating to access under the public information law to certain information held by a law enforcement agency or prosecutor.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Texas Government Code Section 552.108 regarding public information access for law enforcement records. Specifically, the bill changes the exceptions to disclosure for certain law enforcement information by allowing release of records under two conditions: first, if the person depicted in the record is deceased or incapacitated, or second, if all living persons depicted in the record (except peace officers) provide consent for release. The bill clarifies that these changes will only apply to information requests received on or after the bill's effective date (September 1, 2025), meaning previous requests will be governed by the law in effect when they were originally submitted. The legislation appears to be aimed at providing more transparency around law enforcement records while still protecting the privacy of individuals involved, particularly those who are deceased, incapacitated, or who have not consented to record disclosure.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to access under the public information law to certain information held by a law enforcement agency or prosecutor.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joe Moody (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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WA bill #HB1765 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Exempting email addresses of individuals who subscribe to regular communications and updates from local agencies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the state's public records law (RCW 42.56.230) to create a new exemption from public disclosure for email addresses of individuals who voluntarily subscribe to regular communications and updates from local government agencies. The exemption specifically protects email addresses provided to local agencies when people sign up for things like newsletters, agency updates, or similar publications. This means that if someone provides their email address to a local government agency to receive ongoing communications, that email address would be protected from public disclosure requests and cannot be released without the individual's permission. The bill is designed to protect individuals' privacy by preventing their contact information from being easily obtained through public records requests, while still allowing them to voluntarily engage with local government communication channels. The exemption is added as a new subsection (14) to the existing list of personal information types that are already protected from public disclosure under Washington state law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to exempting email addresses of individuals who 2 subscribe to regular communications and updates from local agencies; 3 and reenacting and amending RCW 42.56.230. 4
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Tarra Simmons (D)*, Kevin Waters (R), Timm Ormsby (D), Greg Nance (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations Executive Session (13:30:00 2/18/2025 House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations)
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VT bill #S0070 • Last Action 02/18/2025
An act relating to data brokers and personal information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive updates to Vermont's data protection laws, focusing on enhancing consumer privacy and regulating data brokers. The bill introduces several key provisions, including establishing a new mandatory registration system for data brokers, requiring them to register annually with the Secretary of State, pay registration fees, and provide detailed information about their data collection practices. A significant innovative feature is the creation of an accessible deletion mechanism by January 1, 2028, which will allow consumers to request the deletion of their personal information from multiple data brokers through a single, centralized platform. The bill also strengthens notification requirements for data breaches, mandating that data brokers inform consumers and the Attorney General within 45 days of discovering a security breach, with specific details about the incident. Additionally, the legislation requires data brokers to implement credentialing procedures to ensure that personal information is used only for legitimate and legal purposes, and imposes substantial penalties for non-compliance, including daily fines and potential legal actions. The bill aims to provide Vermont residents with greater control over their personal information, increase transparency in data collection practices, and establish robust protections against unauthorized use or disclosure of personal data. The legislation will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving businesses time to prepare for the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to add various provisions to Vermont’s laws that protect the personal information of its residents, including requiring data brokers to provide notice of security breaches, to certify that the personal information it discloses will be used for a legitimate purpose, and to delete the personal information of consumers who make such a request through the use of an accessible deletion mechanism.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Alison Clarkson (D)*, Wendy Harrison (D), Nader Hashim (D), Joseph Major (D), Tanya Vyhovsky (D), Becca White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs
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WI bill #SB45 • Last Action 02/18/2025
State finances and appropriations, constituting the executive budget act of the 2025 legislature. (FE)
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill is a comprehensive budget bill for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium that covers a wide range of state government operations, programs, and policies. The bill includes significant changes and funding allocations across multiple areas, including: Agriculture: The bill provides various grants for agricultural programs, including support for biodigesters, dairy resilience, farmland preservation, and agricultural innovation. It increases funding for agricultural conservation easements and establishes new programs to support farmers and agricultural practices. Economic Development: The bill increases funding for economic development programs, including grants for main street revitalization, workforce housing, business development, and support for small businesses. It also creates new programs to support emerging industries and workforce training. Education: The bill includes increased funding for K-12 and higher education, with changes to school funding formulas, per-pupil aid, and various categorical aid programs. It also introduces new grants for computer science education, financial literacy, and teacher support. Healthcare: The bill expands Medicaid coverage, creates a prescription drug affordability review board, and introduces new programs for mental health services, doula care, and other healthcare initiatives. Elections: The bill makes several changes to election procedures, including reducing the residency requirement for voting, allowing early canvassing of absentee ballots, and creating an Office of Election Transparency and Compliance. Marijuana Legalization: The bill legalizes marijuana for adults 21 and older, establishes a regulatory framework for its sale and production, and creates provisions for medical marijuana. Workforce and Employment: The bill introduces new protections for workers, including expanded family and medical leave, changes to minimum wage and employment discrimination laws, and new workforce development programs. The bill also includes numerous other provisions affecting state agencies, taxation, transportation, and various other areas of state government. It represents a comprehensive approach to state budgeting and policy-making for the 2025-2027 fiscal biennium.
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Bill Summary: INTRODUCTION This bill is the executive budget bill under section 16.47 (1) of the statutes. It contains the governor[s recommendations for appropriations for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. The bill sets the appropriation levels in chapter 20 of the statutes for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. The descriptions that follow in this analysis relate to the most significant changes in the law that are proposed in the bill. For additional information concerning the bill, see the Department of Administration[s publication Budget in Brief and the executive budget books, the Legislative Fiscal Bureau[s summary document, and the Legislative Reference Bureau[s drafting files, which contain separate drafts on each policy item. __________________________________________________________________ GUIDE TO THE BILL The budget bill is organized like other bills. First, treatments of statutes appear in ascending numerical order of the statute affected. Next, any treatments of prior session laws appear ordered by the year of original enactment and then by act number (for instance, a treatment of 2021 Wisconsin Act 15 would precede a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 treatment of 2023 Wisconsin Act 6). Next, any treatments of the Administrative Rules appear. The remaining sections of the budget bill are organized by type of provision and, within each type, alphabetically by state agency. The first two digits of the four-digit section number indicate the type of provision: 91XX Nonstatutory provisions. 92XX Fiscal changes. 93XX Initial applicability. 94XX Effective dates. The remaining two digits indicate the state agency or subject area to which the provision relates: XX01 Administration. XX02 Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. XX03 Arts Board. XX04 Building Commission. XX05 Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. XX06 Children and Families. XX07 Circuit Courts. XX08 Corrections. XX09 Court of Appeals. XX10 District Attorneys. XX11 Educational Communications Board. XX12 Elections Commission. XX13 Employee Trust Funds. XX14 Employment Relations Commission. XX15 Ethics Commission. XX16 Financial Institutions. XX17 Governor. XX18 Health and Educational Facilities Authority. XX19 Health Services. XX20 Higher Educational Aids Board. XX21 Historical Society. XX22 Housing and Economic Development Authority. XX23 Insurance. XX24 Investment Board. XX25 Joint Committee on Finance. XX26 Judicial Commission. XX27 Justice. XX28 Legislature. XX29 Lieutenant Governor. XX30 Local Government. XX31 Military Affairs. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 XX32 Natural Resources. XX33 Public Defender Board. XX34 Public Instruction. XX35 Public Lands, Board of Commissioners of. XX36 Public Service Commission. XX37 Revenue. XX38 Safety and Professional Services. XX39 Secretary of State. XX40 State Fair Park Board. XX41 Supreme Court. XX42 Technical College System. XX43 Tourism. XX44 Transportation. XX45 Treasurer. XX46 University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority; Medical College of Wisconsin. XX47 University of Wisconsin System. XX48 Veterans Affairs. XX49 Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. XX50 Workforce Development. XX51 Other. For example, for general nonstatutory provisions relating to the State Historical Society, see SECTION 9121. For any agency not assigned a two-digit identification number or any provision that does not relate to the functions of a particular agency, see number 51 (Other) within each type of provision. Separate section numbers and headings appear for each type of provision and for each state agency, even if there are no provisions included in that section number and heading. Following is a list of the most commonly used abbreviations appearing in the analysis: BCPL Board of Commissioners of Public Lands DATCP Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection DCF Department of Children and Families DFI Department of Financial Institutions DHS Department of Health Services DMA Department of Military Affairs DNR Department of Natural Resources DOA Department of Administration DOC Department of Corrections DOJ Department of Justice DOR Department of Revenue DOT Department of Transportation DPI Department of Public Instruction LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 DSPS Department of Safety and Professional Services DVA Department of Veterans Affairs DWD Department of Workforce Development ETF Department of Employee Trust Funds GPR General purpose revenue HEAB Higher Educational Aids Board JCF Joint Committee on Finance OCI Office of the Commissioner of Insurance PSC Public Service Commission SPD State Public Defender SHS State Historical Society TCS Technical College System UW University of Wisconsin WEDC Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation WHEDA Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority WHEFA Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority __________________________________________________________________ AGRICULTURE Grants for biodigester operator certification and regional planning This bill requires DATCP to provide grants to individuals seeking biodigester operator certification. Biodigesters are used to break down organic material into gas, liquids, and solids. The bill also requires DATCP to provide planning grants for establishing regional biodigesters in the state. Dairy agriculture resilience investment now grant pilot program The bill requires DATCP to create a dairy agriculture resilience investment now grant pilot program, under which DATCP must provide grants to dairy producers with fewer than 1,000 head of milking cows to undertake projects designed to improve the dairy producers[ operational efficiency and resilience. Transition to grass pilot program The bill creates a transition to grass pilot program in DATCP to provide support and grants to farmers who are implementing livestock grass-based managed grazing systems and farmers and agribusinesses in the grass-fed livestock business. Under the bill, DATCP may award up to $40,000 to each grantee and must disperse 75 percent of the award in the first year following DATCP[s decision to grant the award and 12.5 percent of the award in each of the second and third years following DATCP[s decision to grant the award. Farmland preservation implementation grants The bill authorizes DATCP to award grants to counties to implement a certified county farmland preservation plan. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sandhill crane damage reimbursement program The bill requires DATCP to administer a program to provide reimbursements to eligible applicant farmers for the purchase of seed treatment that is registered for use on corn seed to discourage sandhill cranes from consuming the seed. Under the program, applicants may be reimbursed for up to 50 percent of the actual cost of the purchase of seed treatment, not to exceed $6,250 per farm, per year. Value-added agricultural practices The bill allows DATCP to provide education and technical assistance related to producing value-added agricultural products. Under the bill, DATCP may provide education and assistance related to organic farming practices; collaborate with organic producers, industry participants, and local organizations that coordinate organic farming; and stimulate interest and investment in organic production. The bill also allows DATCP to provide grants to organic producers, industry participants, and local organizations, which may be used to provide education and technical assistance related to organic farming, to help create organic farming plans, and to assist farmers in transitioning to organic farming. The bill also authorizes DATCP to provide grants to entities to provide education and training to farmers about best practices related to grazing. DATCP is also authorized under the bill to help farmers market value-added agricultural products. Meat processing tuition and curriculum development grants The bill requires DATCP to provide grants to universities, colleges, and technical colleges to reimburse tuition costs of students enrolled in a meat processing program and for curriculum development of those meat processing programs. Each tuition reimbursement covers up to 80 percent of the tuition cost for enrolling in a meat processing program, limited to a maximum reimbursement of $7,500. Food security and Wisconsin products grant program The bill allows DATCP to provide grants to food banks, food pantries, and other nonprofit organizations to purchase Wisconsin food products. Grants for food waste reduction pilot projects The bill requires DATCP to provide grants for food waste reduction pilot projects that have an objective of preventing food waste, redirecting surplus food to hunger relief organizations, and composting food waste. Under the bill, DATCP must give preference to grant proposals that serve census tracts for which the median household income is below the statewide median household income and in which no grocery store is located. Farm to fork grant program The bill creates a farm to fork program, similar to the existing farm to school program, to connect entities, other than school districts, that have cafeterias to nearby farms to provide locally produced foods in meals and snacks, to help the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 public develop healthy eating habits, to provide nutritional and agricultural education, and to improve farmers[ incomes and direct access to markets. Under the bill, DATCP may provide grants to entities for these purposes. Spending cap for the Wisconsin agricultural exports program Under current law, the Center for International Agribusiness Marketing, operated by DATCP, promotes the export of Wisconsin agricultural and agribusiness products in foreign markets. Current law provides that the center may not expend more than $1,000,000 in any fiscal year. The bill eliminates the $1,000,000-per-year spending cap for the center. Changes to the agricultural conservation easement purchase program In the 2009-11 biennial budget act, the agricultural conservation easement purchase program was created for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements, from willing landowners, by DATCP in conjunction with political subdivisions and nonprofit conservation organizations. An agricultural conservation easement (easement) is an interest in land that preserves the land for agricultural use while the ownership of the land itself remains with the landowner. Under the program as it was created in the act, DATCP was required to solicit applications to the program at least once annually and was provided $12,000,000 in general fund supported borrowing for the purchase of the easements. Since the program was first created, the requirement that DATCP solicit applications to the program at least once annually was repealed, DATCP[s authority for $12,000,000 in general fund supported borrowing for the purchase of the easements was repealed, and a new provision required DNR to provide to DATCP funds from the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson stewardship program for the purchase of the easements. The bill undoes those changes, reinstating DATCP[s requirement to solicit applications to the program at least once annually, providing DATCP authority for $15,000,000 in general fund supported borrowing for the purchase of easements, and removing the requirement that DNR provide DATCP funds from the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson stewardship program for the purchase of the easements. Commercial nitrogen optimization program Under current law, DATCP must award grants under a commercial nitrogen optimization pilot program to agricultural producers and to UW System institutions that implement a project that optimizes the application of commercial nitrogen for at least two growing seasons. DATCP must award the grants from an annual segregated appropriation account that is funded by the environmental fund. A grant to a farmer and the eligible UW System institution collaborating with the farmer may not exceed, in total, $50,000. DATCP must attempt to provide grants under the program to farmers in different parts of the state and for projects in areas that have different soil types or geologic characteristics. The bill removes the word XpilotY from the statutory language describing the program and funds the program from a new biennial segregated appropriation account that is funded by the environmental fund. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Truth-in-labeling requirements for milk, dairy, and wild rice Under the bill, no person may label a food product as, or sell or offer for sale a food product that is labeled as, any type of milk unless the food product is cow[s milk, hooved or camelid mammals[ milk, or a type of dairy milk that meets certain specifications under federal law. In addition, no person may label a food product as, or sell or offer for sale a food product that is labeled as, a type of dairy product or a dairy ingredient unless the food product is a dairy product or dairy ingredient that is or is derived from cow[s milk, hooved or camelid mammal[s milk, or a dairy product that meets certain specifications under federal law. Finally, the bill prohibits any person from labeling wild rice as Xtraditionally harvestedY unless the wild rice is harvested using traditional wild rice harvesting methods of American Indian tribes or bands. The bill requires DATCP to promulgate a rule defining traditional wild rice harvesting methods of American Indian tribes or bands. Under the bill, DATCP must obtain the advice and recommendations of the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc., before promulgating a rule defining a traditional method of wild rice harvesting. Appropriation limit for the producer-led watershed protection grant program DATCP administers the producer-led watershed protection grant program, which provides grants to groups of farmers in the same watershed to implement nonpoint source pollution abatement activities. Under current law, DATCP may not allocate more than $1,000,000 per fiscal year for this program. The bill increases that maximum amount to $1,250,000. Agricultural enterprise area maximum acreage Under current law, DATCP may designate agricultural enterprise areas, with a combined area of not more than 2,000,000 acres, targeted for agricultural preservation and development. The bill increases the maximum acreage for designated agricultural enterprise areas to 3,000,000. Veterinary examining board appropriation uses Current law provides an appropriation to DATCP, from all moneys received by the veterinary examining board when issuing or renewing credentials, for the purpose of supporting the activities of the board. The bill changes this appropriation so that it may also be used to provide dog license tags and forms; perform other activities related to the regulation of dogs; administer the rabies control program its media campaign; and carry out activities relating to humane officers. Humane officers are trained and certified officers appointed by political subdivisions to enforce certain regulations relating to animals. Bonding for soil and water resource management The bill increases the general obligation bonding authority for the Soil and Water Resource Management Program by $10,000,000. The program, which is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 administered by DATCP, awards grants to counties to help fund their land and water conservation activities. COMMERCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS Catastrophe savings accounts Under the bill, a person may establish an account at a financial institution and designate the account as a catastrophe savings account. The account may be used to hold savings for expenses related to a catastrophic event, which is defined as a tornado, hurricane, or severe storm resulting in flooding, damaging hail, extreme wind, or extremely cold temperatures. If the account owner maintains a property insurance policy covering catastrophic events, deposits in the account are limited, based on the amount of the policy deductible, to either $2,000 or the lesser of $15,000 or twice the amount of the policy deductible. Deposits in a catastrophe savings account may be withdrawn only to pay the following relating to property damage caused by a catastrophic event: 1) repair costs or other losses to the extent the costs or losses are not covered by a property insurance policy or are self-insured losses, and 2) any portion of a policy[s deductible. A person may not be an account owner of more than one catastrophe savings account. For state income tax purposes, the owner may subtract from taxable income the amount of the deposits made to and any increase in the value of a catastrophe savings account. DFI information on worker misclassification The bill requires DFI to provide informational materials and resources on worker misclassification to each person who files with DFI documents forming a business corporation, nonstock corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or limited partnership. See Employment. COMMERCE Prohibiting discrimination in broadband The bill prohibits a broadband service provider from denying a group of potential residential customers access to its broadband service because of the group[s race or income. Under the bill, DATCP has authority to enforce the prohibition and to promulgate related rules. The bill also authorizes any person affected by a broadband service provider who violates the prohibition to bring a private action. Broadband subscriber rights The bill establishes various requirements for broadband service providers, including the following: 1) broadband service providers must provide service satisfying minimum standards established by PSC, and subscribers may terminate contracts if the broadband service provider fails to satisfy those standards; 2) broadband service providers must disclose the factors that may cause the actual broadband speed experience of a subscriber to vary, and provide service as described in advertisements or representations made to subscribers; 3) broadband LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 service providers must repair broadband service within 72 hours after a subscriber reports a broadband service interruption that is not the result of a major system- wide or large area emergency; 4) broadband service providers must give subscribers credit for interruptions of broadband service that last more than four hours in a day; and 5) broadband service providers must give subscribers at least 30 days[ advance written notice before instituting a rate increase, at least seven days[ advance written notice of any scheduled routine maintenance that causes a service slowdown, interruption, or outage, at least 10 days[ advance written notice of a change in a factor that may cause the originally disclosed broadband speed experience to vary, and at least 10 days[ advance written notice of disconnecting service, unless the disconnection is requested by the subscriber. Internet service provider registration The bill requires each Internet service provider in this state to register with PSC. Severe thunderstorm price gouging Under current law, no manufacturer, producer, supplier, wholesaler, distributor, or retailer may sell or offer to sell consumer goods or services at unreasonably excessive prices if the governor by executive order has certified that the state or a part of the state is in a period of abnormal economic disruption due to an emergency. An XemergencyY in this context includes a destructive act of nature, a hostile action, terrorism, or a disruption of energy supplies that poses a risk to the public[s economic well-being, public health, or welfare. A Xconsumer good or serviceY under the law means those goods or services that are used primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. The bill prohibits residential building contractors, tree trimmers, and restoration and mitigation services providers that are operating within a geographic region impacted by, and repairing damage caused by, a severe thunderstorm from doing either of the following: excessive price for labor in comparison to the market price charged for comparable services in the geographic region impacted by the weather event and 2) charging an insurance company a rate for a consumer good or service that exceeds what the residential building contractor, tree trimmer, or restoration and mitigation services provider would otherwise charge a member of the general public for the consumer good or service. XSevere thunderstormY is defined in the bill to mean a weather event in which any of the following occurs: diameter, 2) wind gusts in excess of 50 knots, or 3) a tornado. The bill requires DATCP to promulgate rules to establish formulas or other standards to be used in determining whether a price for labor is unreasonably excessive. Under the bill, DATCP or, after consulting with DATCP, DOJ may commence an action against a person that has violated the prohibition in the bill to recover a civil forfeiture of not more than $1,000 per violation, to temporarily or permanently restrain or enjoin the person from violating the prohibition in the bill, or both. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 1) charging an unreasonably 1) hail that is one inch or greater in 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sales by a municipality or county of wine in a public park The bill allows a municipality or county to sell wine in its public parks without an alcohol beverage license. Under current law, with limited exceptions, no person may sell alcohol beverages to a consumer unless the seller possesses a license or permit authorizing the sale. Under one exception, no license or permit is required for the sale, by officers or employees of a county or municipality, of fermented malt beverages (beer) in a public park operated by the county or municipality. The bill applies this exception to wine along with beer. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Changes to the state main street program Under current law, WEDC is required to establish and administer a state main street program to coordinate state and local participation in programs offered by the national main street center to assist municipalities in planning, managing, and implementing programs for revitalization of commercial areas having historic significance. Under current law, a recipient of assistance under the state main street program must be a city, village, or town. Under the bill, eligible recipients include tribal governments, chambers of commerce, and nonprofit organizations. The bill eliminates the requirements that WEDC contract with the national main street center for services related to revitalizing commercial areas having historic significance and develop a plan describing the objectives of the state main street program and the methods by which WEDC will carry out certain responsibilities specified by law. The bill also eliminates the requirements that, in developing criteria for use in selecting participants in the state main street program, WEDC include the following: 1. Local organizational and financial commitment to employ a program manager for not less than five years. 2. Local assistance in paying for the services of a design consultant. 3. Local commitment to assist in training persons to direct activities related to business areas in municipalities that do not participate in the state main street program. Under the bill, in selecting participants in the state main street program, WEDC must evaluate and consider the potential in the business area selected by the applicant to retain small businesses, attract new businesses, generate new economic activity and grow the local tax base, and create new employment opportunities. The bill also retains the current law requirement that WEDC consider private and public sector interest in and commitment to revitalization of the business area selected by the applicant and potential private sector investment in the business area selected by the applicant. Finally, the bill changes the definition of Xbusiness areaY for the purposes of the state main street program from Xa commercial area existing at the time services LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 under the state main street program are requested and having historic significanceY to Xa downtown area or historic commercial district.Y Workforce housing modifications to the business development tax credit The bill makes adjustments to the workforce housing investments award under the business development tax credit. Under current law, a person may claim tax benefits of an amount equal to up to 15 percent of the person[s investment, comprised only of capital expenditures, in workforce housing for employees. Under the bill, the investment in workforce housing for which a person may receive tax benefits may include contributions made to a third party for the building or rehabilitating of workforce housing, including contributions made to a local revolving loan fund program. The bill also removes the requirement that the workforce housing for which a person may receive tax benefits for investing in be for employees. Wage thresholds for business development and enterprise zone tax credits The bill raises the minimum wage thresholds for the business development and enterprise zone tax credits for businesses that enter into contracts with WEDC after December 31, 2025. Under current law, WEDC may certify businesses that engage in qualifying activities, including full-time job creation and retention, to claim the credits. One requirement for claiming either credit is that the business enter into a contract with WEDC. In its contracts, WEDC uses a definition of Xfull- time employeeY that means an individual who, among other things, is paid at least 150 percent of the federal minimum wage. The bill changes this minimum wage threshold to $34,220 for the business development tax credit and to $34,220 in a tier I county or municipality and $45,390 in a tier II county or municipality for the enterprise zone tax credit, with all these amounts adjusted annually for inflation. Additionally, under current law, the enterprise zone tax credit is partially based on the wages paid to zone employees that are at least 150 percent of the federal minimum wage in a tier I county or municipality or $30,000 in a tier II county or municipality. The bill changes these thresholds to respectively, with both amounts adjusted annually for inflation. The bill also modifies the maximum wage earnings limit for businesses that enter into contracts with WEDC after December 31, 2025. Under current law, the maximum wage earnings that may be considered per employee for the enterprise zone tax credit is $100,000. The bill increases this amount to $151,300, which is adjusted annually for inflation, and establishes the same dollar amount limit for the business development tax credit. The bill also adjusts the definition of Xfull-time jobY for the purposes of the business development and enterprise zone jobs tax credits by removing the current requirement that a worker work at least 2,080 hours per year, including paid leave and holidays, in order to be considered Xfull-time.Y Enterprise zone designations Under current law, WEDC may designate any number of enterprise zones for purposes of certifying taxpayers to claim tax credits for certain activities carried LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $45,390, $34,220 and 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 out within an enterprise zone. However, current law subjects WEDC[s designation of a new enterprise zone to the approval of JCF under passive review. The bill provides that WEDC may designate no more than 30 enterprise zones and eliminates the requirement that WEDC seek approval for a new enterprise zone from JCF under passive review. Adjustment to WEDC appropriation The bill adjusts the calculation used to determine the amount of WEDC[s GPR appropriation. The bill does not raise the expenditure cap on that appropriation, which is $16,512,500 per fiscal year. WEDC[s unassigned fund balance Current law requires that WEDC establish policies and procedures concerning its unassigned fund balance, which is defined as all moneys held by WEDC that WEDC is not obligated by law or by contract to expend for a particular purpose or that WEDC has not otherwise assigned to be expended for a particular purpose. Under current law, those policies and procedures must include as a target that WEDC[s unassigned fund balance on June 30 of each fiscal year be an amount equal to or less than one-sixth of WEDC[s total administrative expenditures for that fiscal year. The bill eliminates the requirement that WEDC[s policies and procedures include that target for WEDC[s unassigned fund balance. Main street bounceback grants The bill increases by $50,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of awarding grants of $10,000 each to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that open a new location or expand operations in a vacant commercial space. A recipient of a grant under the bill may use grant moneys for commercial lease and mortgage payments, business operating expenses, and commercial building repair and tenant improvements. Advanced manufacturing grants The bill increases by $5,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of establishing a program to award matching grants to small and midsized manufacturing companies located in this state to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies. No one company may receive more than $200,000 in grants under the bill, and no one grant under the bill may be for more than one-third of the amount invested in advanced manufacturing technologies by the company. To receive a grant under the bill, a company must commit to not reduce its employment below the level when the grant is awarded. If a company that receives a grant under the bill fails to meet this commitment within 10 years after receiving the grant, the company must repay the grant amount to WEDC. WEDC may provide an exemption to the repayment requirement if it finds that the company has undergone a unique hardship. Funding for the green innovation fund The bill increases by $50,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of supporting the green innovation fund. Funding for the Forward Agriculture program The bill increases by $15,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of providing state matching funds related to federal funding in conjunction with WiSys[s Forward Agriculture program to promote sustainable agriculture. Accelerate Wisconsin The bill increases by $10,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025-26 for the purpose of supporting a business accelerator program to be administered in cooperation with the UW System and aimed at developing research, including research from the UW System, into new startup businesses. As part of the program, WEDC may award grants directly to businesses to assist in their growth and development and may award grants to or in support of business incubators. Tribal enterprise accelerator program The bill increases by $5,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025]26 for the purpose of creating a tribal enterprise accelerator program to offer statewide technical assistance and grants for community development investment and capacity building to American Indian tribes or bands in this state to diversify their revenue strategies in industries other than the gaming and entertainment industries. Thrive Rural Wisconsin funding accessibility The bill increases by $5,000,000 the amount WEDC may expend from its GPR appropriation for general operations and economic development programs in fiscal year 2025]26 for the purpose of supporting WEDC[s Thrive Rural Wisconsin program. Under the bill, WEDC must provide funding to its established regional and tribal partners to develop and fund projects in nonmetropolitan municipalities with populations of less than 10,000 to provide for increased availability and accessibility of local project capital. Financing projects for qualifying tax-exempt organizations Under current law, WHEFA may issue bonds to finance certain projects of health, educational, research, and other nonprofit institutions. The bill requires that those health, educational, research, and other nonprofit institutions be located in this state, headquartered in this state, or serving a population in this state. Financing working capital costs of certain nonprofit institutions Under current law, WHEFA may issue bonds to finance certain projects of health, educational, research, and other nonprofit institutions. The bill authorizes WHEFA to issue bonds for the purpose of financing such institutions[ working capital costs. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 LANDLORD-TENANT Notification of building code violations Under current law, before entering into a lease with or accepting any earnest money or a security deposit from a prospective tenant, a landlord must disclose to the prospective tenant any building code or housing code violations of which the landlord has actual knowledge if the violation presents a significant threat to the prospective tenant[s health or safety. The bill eliminates the condition that the landlord have actual knowledge of such a violation and that the threat to the prospective tenant[s health or safety be XsignificantY; under the bill, the landlord must disclose to a prospective tenant a building code or housing code violation, regardless of whether the landlord has actual knowledge of the violation, if the violation presents a threat to the prospective tenant[s health or safety. Local landlord-tenant ordinances, moratoria on evictions, and rental property inspection requirements The bill also makes changes to local landlord-tenant ordinances, local moratoria on evictions, and local rental property inspection requirements. See Local Government. TOURISM Tourism marketing funding from Indian gaming receipts Current law requires DOA to transfer portions of Indian gaming receipts to the Department of Tourism for certain tourism marketing expenses. The bill eliminates that requirement. The bill leaves in place an appropriation funding the same purposes from GPR and from the transportation fund. American Indian tourism marketing The bill requires DOA to award an annual grant to the Great Lakes Inter- Tribal Council to provide funding for a program to promote tourism featuring American Indian heritage and culture. As a condition of receiving the grant, the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council must include information on the tourism promotion program in its annual report to DOA. The bill also transfers from the Department of Tourism to DOA a contract between the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council and the Department of Tourism that relates to the promotion of tourism featuring American Indian heritage and culture. CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM ADULT CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM Earned compliance credit The bill creates an earned compliance credit for time spent on extended supervision or parole. Under current law, a person[s extended supervision or parole may be revoked if he or she violates a condition or rule of the extended supervision or parole. If extended supervision or parole is revoked, the person is returned to prison for an amount of time up to the length of the original sentence, less any time LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 actually served in confinement and less any credit for good behavior. Under current law, when extended supervision or parole is revoked, the time spent on extended supervision or parole is not credited as time served under the sentence. Under the bill, an eligible inmate receives an earned compliance credit for time served on extended supervision or parole. The earned compliance credit equals the amount of time served on extended supervision or parole without violating any condition or rule of extended supervision or parole. Under the bill, a person is eligible to receive the earned compliance credit only if the person is not required to register as a sex offender and is serving a sentence for a crime that is not a specified violent crime or a specified crime against a child. Under the bill, if a person[s extended supervision or parole is revoked, he or she may be incarcerated for up to the length of the original sentence, less any credit for time served in confinement, any credit for good behavior, and any earned compliance credit. Earned release Under current law, an eligible inmate may earn early release to parole or extended supervision by successfully completing a substance abuse program. An inmate is eligible for earned release only if the inmate is serving time for a crime that is not a violent crime and, for an inmate who is serving a bifurcated sentence, the sentencing court determines that the inmate is eligible. Under current law, DOC operates a mother-young child care program in which females in DOC custody who are pregnant or have a child that is less than one year old may be placed in less restrictive custodial placements and participate in services aimed at creating a stable relationship between the mother and her child and preparing the mother to be able to live in a safe, lawful, and stable manner in the community. The bill expands the earned release program to include two new options: 1) successful completion of the mother-young child care program, or 2) successful completion of a vocational readiness program, which includes educational, vocational, treatment, or other qualifying evidence-based training programs to reduce recidivism. The bill also provides that DOC, not the sentencing court, determines eligibility for earned release for all inmates. Creating the Office of the Ombudsperson for Corrections The bill creates the Office of the Ombudsperson for Corrections, attached to DOC. The office is under the direction of an ombudsperson, who is appointed by the governor, is approved by a three-quarters vote of the senate, and may be removed only by the governor, for just cause. Under the bill, the ombudsperson accepts complaints regarding facilities and abuse, unfair acts, and violations of rights of prisoners and juveniles from persons being held in state prisons and juvenile correctional facilities. Under the bill, the ombudsperson has the power to investigate a variety of actions by DOC and make recommendations on the basis of the investigations. If the ombudsperson determines to make a recommendation to a state prison or juvenile correctional facility, the superintendent of the state prison LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 or juvenile correctional facility has 30 days to respond to the recommendations of the ombudsperson. Also under the bill, the Office of the Ombudsperson for Corrections must annually publish a report of its findings, recommendations, and investigation results and distribute the report to the governor, the chief clerk of each house of the legislature, and the secretary of corrections. Contracts for temporary housing for or detention of persons placed on probation or sentenced to imprisonment Under current law, DOC may contract with local units of government for temporary housing or detention in jails or houses of correction for persons placed on probation or sentenced to imprisonment in state prisons or to the intensive sanctions program. Under such a contract, the rate may not exceed $60 per person per day. The bill increases the rate that may be set under such a contract to up to $80 per person per day. JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM Age of juvenile court jurisdiction Under current law, a person 17 years of age or older who is alleged to have violated a criminal law is subject to the procedures specified in the Criminal Procedure Code and, on conviction, is subject to sentencing under the Criminal Code, which may include a sentence of imprisonment in the Wisconsin state prisons. Currently, subject to certain exceptions, a person under 17 years of age who is alleged to have violated a criminal law is subject to the procedures specified in the Juvenile Justice Code and, on being adjudicated delinquent, is subject to an array of dispositions under that code, including placement in a juvenile correctional facility. The bill raises from 17 to 18 the age at which a person who is alleged to have violated a criminal law is subject to the procedures specified in the Criminal Procedure Code and, on conviction, to sentencing under the Criminal Code. Similarly, under current law, a person 17 years of age or older who is alleged to have violated a civil law or municipal ordinance is subject to the jurisdiction and procedures of the circuit court or, if applicable, the municipal court, while a person under 17 years of age who is alleged to have violated a civil law or municipal ordinance, subject to certain exceptions, is subject to the jurisdiction and procedures of the court assigned to exercise jurisdiction under the Juvenile Justice Code. The bill raises from 17 to 18 the age at which a person who is alleged to have violated a civil law or municipal ordinance is subject to the jurisdiction and procedures of the circuit court or, if applicable, the municipal court. Seventeen-year-old juvenile justice aids The bill creates a sum sufficient appropriation under DCF for youth aids- related purposes but only to reimburse counties, beginning on January 1, 2026, for costs associated with juveniles who were alleged to have violated a state or federal criminal law or any civil law or municipal ordinance at age 17. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Juvenile justice reform review committee The bill creates a juvenile justice reform review committee in DCF with members appointed by the governor. Under the bill, the committee is charged with studying and providing recommendations to DCF and DOC on how to do all of the following: 1. Increase the minimum age of delinquency. 2. Eliminate original adult court jurisdiction over juveniles. 3. Modify the waiver procedure for adult court jurisdiction over juveniles and incorporate offenses currently subject to original adult court jurisdiction into the waiver procedure. 4. Eliminate the serious juvenile offender program and create extended juvenile court jurisdiction with a blended juvenile and adult sentence structure for certain juvenile offenders. 5. Prohibit placement of a juvenile in a juvenile detention facility for a status offense and limit sanctions and short-term holds in a juvenile detention facility to cases where there is a public safety risk. 6. Sunset long-term post-disposition programs at juvenile detention facilities. 7. Create a sentence adjustment procedure for youthful offenders. 8. Conform with the U.S. Constitution the statutes that mandate imposing sentences of life imprisonment without parole or extended supervision to minors. Under the bill, the committee terminates on September 15, 2026, and DCF and DOC must submit in their 2027]29 biennial budget requests a request to implement the committee[s recommendations. Contract payments for placement of juveniles The bill creates a sum sufficient GPR appropriation for DOC to make payments under contracts for the placement of juveniles. The bill limits the appropriation to $20,000,000 in each fiscal year and sunsets it on July 1, 2029. Juveniles placed at Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center Under current law, DOC may transfer to the Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center (MJTC) juveniles who are under DOC[s supervision or juveniles who are placed in a Type 1 juvenile correctional facility regardless of whether those juveniles are under the supervision of DOC or a county department of social services or human services. Current law requires DOC to reimburse DHS for the cost of providing services to these juveniles at MJTC at a per person daily cost specified by DHS. The bill specifies that DOC is required to reimburse DHS only for the cost of services provided to juveniles who are under DOC[s supervision and are transferred to MJTC. Daily rates for juvenile correctional services Under current law, DOC charges counties for the costs of certain juvenile correctional services DOC provides according to a per person daily cost assessment specified in the statutes (daily rate). Counties use community youth and family aids (youth aids) funding allocated to them from various state and federal moneys to pay these costs. Under current law, the daily rate for care of a juvenile who is in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 a Type 1 juvenile correctional facility or transferred from a juvenile correctional facility to an inpatient treatment facility is set at $1,268 until June 30, 2025. The bill continues this daily rate until June 30, 2027. Youth aids; allocations Under current law, DCF is required to allocate to counties community youth and family aids (youth aids) funding. Youth aids funding comes from various state and federal moneys and is used to pay for state-provided juvenile correctional services and local delinquency-related and juvenile justice services. The bill updates the allocation of youth aids funding that is available to counties for the 2025-27 fiscal biennium. The bill eliminates current law requirements that some of the youth aids funding be allocated for emergencies related to youth aids, for alcohol and other drug abuse treatment programs, and to reimburse counties that are purchasing community supervision services from DOC for juveniles. The bill also eliminates the community intervention program (CIP), under which DCF may award funding to counties for early intervention services for first offenders. The bill replaces these allocations and CIP with the youth justice system improvement program. Under the bill, DCF may use youth aids funding for the youth justice system improvement program to support diversion, prevention, and early intervention programs, to address emergencies related to youth aids, and to fund other activities required of DCF under youth aids. Youth aids; administration Under current law, youth aids funding is allocated to counties on a calendar year basis. Youth aids funds that are not spent in the calendar year can be carried forward three ways: 1) DCF may carry forward 5 percent of a county[s allocation for that county for use in the subsequent calendar year; 2) DCF may carry forward $500,000 or 10 percent of its unspent youth aids funds, whichever is larger, for use in the subsequent two calendar years; and 3) DCF may carry forward any unspent emergency funds for use in the subsequent two calendar years. The bill changes the way that unspent youth aids are carried forward. Under the bill, DCF may still carry forward 5 percent of a county[s allocation for that county to use in the next calendar year. However, instead of carrying forward $500,000 or 10 percent of its unspent youth aids funds, whichever is larger, for use in the next two calendar years, under the bill, DCF may transfer 10 percent of unspent youth aids funds to the appropriation for the youth justice system improvement program. COURTS AND PROCEDURE SUPREME COURT AND CIRCUIT COURTS Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court The bill creates the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court, to consist of one chief marshal of the supreme court, one deputy chief marshal of the supreme LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 court, deputy marshals of the supreme court, and administrative personnel. The bill provides that the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court is a law enforcement agency and that the marshals of the supreme court are law enforcement officers who are employed for the purpose of detecting and preventing crime and enforcing laws or ordinances and are authorized to make arrests for violations of the laws or ordinances. The bill requires the marshals of the supreme court to meet the requirements established by the Law Enforcement Standards Board for officer certification, police pursuit, recruitment, and firearms training and to comply with any other statutory requirements applicable to a law enforcement agency. The bill also provides that marshals of the Supreme Court are protective occupation participants in the Wisconsin Retirement System. Current law specifically classifies police officers, firefighters, and various other individuals as protective occupation participants. Under the WRS, the normal retirement age of a protective occupation participant is lower than that of other participants and the percentage multiplier used to calculate retirement annuities is higher for protective occupation participants than for other participants. The bill further provides that the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court may provide police services to the state court system, with statewide jurisdiction; provide protective services for the supreme court justices and their offices; provide security assessments for the justices, judges, and facilities of the state court system; and provide safety and security support services and advanced security planning services for circuit court proceedings. The operation of the Office of the Marshals of the Supreme Court does not affect the operations or jurisdiction of sheriffs or local law enforcement agencies to perform courthouse security, handle active emergencies, perform criminal investigations, or perform any other law enforcement functions. Circuit court payments Under current law, the director of state courts must make payments to counties for certain circuit court costs. Under the bill, beginning on January 1, 2026, the director of state courts must make additional payments to circuit courts, including a payment that, beginning January 1, 2027, is available only to counties that operate an alternatives to prosecution and incarceration program. Circuit court branches The bill adds two additional circuit court branches for Brown County on August 1, 2026. SPECIAL PROSECUTORS AND THE STATE PUBLIC DEFENDER Compensation for special prosecutors Under current law, the SPD provides legal representation for indigent persons in criminal and delinquency cases. The SPD assigns cases either to staff attorneys or to local private attorneys. A private attorney assigned to a case by the SPD is paid an hourly amount that varies depending on the year in which the case was LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 assigned. For instance, a private attorney assigned a case between December 1, 1992, and July 29, 1995, was generally paid $50 per hour for time spent related to the case and $25 per hour for time spent in related travel. The amount has increased periodically; a private attorney assigned a case after July 1, 2023, is generally paid $100 per hour for time spent related to the case and $50 per hour for time spent in related travel. Current law provides the same compensation to other attorneys as the compensation paid to a private attorney assigned to case by the SPD. For example, if a judge appoints a special prosecutor to perform the duties of a district attorney, the special prosecutor compensation is the amount paid to a private attorney for a case assigned between December 1, 1992, and July 29, 1995. The bill changes the compensation for the special prosecutor to be the amount paid to a private attorney assigned a case on the date the approval was made. Private bar reimbursement rate for cases involving violent crimes Under current law, the SPD provides legal representation for indigent persons in criminal, delinquency, and certain related cases. The SPD assigns cases either to staff attorneys or to local private attorneys. Generally, a private attorney who is assigned a case by the SPD on or after July 1, 2023, is paid $100 per hour for time spent related to the case and $50 per hour for time spent in travel related to a case. The bill increases the rate the private attorney is paid for cases to $125 per hour if the case is assigned on or after July 1, 2025, and involves a charge of a violent crime. The bill does not change the rate for cases that do not involve a charge of a violent crime or for travel. DISTRICT ATTORNEYS Increase in deputy district attorney allocation The bill increases the number of deputy district attorneys that may be appointed in a prosecutorial unit with a population of 200,000 or more but less than 750,000 from three deputy district attorneys to four deputy district attorneys. GENERAL COURTS AND PROCEDURE Privacy protection for federal judicial officers The bill adds current and former district judges and magistrate judges for federal district courts in this state as well as current and former bankruptcy judges for federal bankruptcy courts in this state to the list of judicial officers to whom certain privacy protections apply. Current law provides, upon written request, certain privacy protections for the personal information of judicial officers. Among other protections, if a government agency receives a written request from a judicial officer, the government agency may not publicly post or display publicly available content that includes a judicial officer[s personal information. That information is also exempt from inspection and copying under public records law unless the agency has received consent to make that information available to the public. Under current law, upon written request, a data broker may not knowingly sell, license, trade, purchase, or otherwise make available for consideration the personal information of a judicial officer or a judicial officer[s immediate family. Current law LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 also provides that, if the judicial officer has made a written request, no person, business, or association may publicly post or display on the Internet publicly available content that includes the personal information of a judicial officer or the judicial officer[s immediate family. The bill allows current and former federal district court judges, magistrate judges, and bankruptcy judges in this state to have these protections. Sharing information regarding potential jurors Under current law, DOT annually transmits to the director of state courts a list of persons residing in the state that includes certain information about those persons. Each year, the director of state courts uses that information to compile a master list of potential jurors for use by the state circuit courts. The bill requires DOT to also send that list to the clerks of court for the federal district courts within this state. Also under current law, the director of state courts may request and use the following information, in addition to the DOT information, to create the master list: 1) a list of registered voters from the Elections Commission; 2) a list of individuals who filed state income tax returns with DOR; 3) a list of child support payors and payees from DWD; 4) a list of recipients of unemployment compensation from DWD; and 5) a list of state residents issued approvals or licenses from DNR. The bill requires, rather than allows, the director of state courts to use that information. The bill also modifies the requirements for those state agencies to transmit the lists they maintain to the director of state courts to be similar to DOT[s obligations. For example, the bill requires each state agency to annually transmit the list the agency maintains to the director of state courts without the need for the director of state courts to request the information. Qui tam actions for false claims The bill restores a private individual[s authority to bring a qui tam claim against a person who makes a false or fraudulent claim for medical assistance, which was eliminated in 2015 Wisconsin Act 55, and further expands qui tam actions to include any false or fraudulent claims to a state agency. A qui tam claim is a claim initiated by a private individual on his or her own behalf and on behalf of the state against a person who makes a false claim relating to medical assistance or other moneys from a state agency. The bill provides that a private individual may be awarded up to 30 percent of the amount of moneys recovered as a result of a qui tam claim, depending upon the extent of the individual[s contribution to the prosecution of the action. The individual may also be entitled to reasonable expenses incurred in bringing the action, as well as attorney fees. The bill includes additional changes not included in the prior law to incorporate provisions enacted in the federal Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 and conform state law to the federal False Claims Act, including expanding provisions to facilitate qui tam actions and modifying the bases for liability to parallel the liability provisions under the federal False Claims Act. In addition to qui tam claims, DOJ has independent authority to bring a claim LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 against a person for making a false claim for medical assistance. The bill modifies provisions relating to DOJ[s authority to parallel the liability and penalty standards relating to qui tam claims and to parallel the forfeiture amounts provided under the federal False Claims Act. CRIMES Expungement Under current law, a court may order a person[s criminal record expunged of a crime if all of the following apply: 1. The maximum term of imprisonment for the crime is six years or less (Class H felony and below). 2. The person committed the crime before the age of 25. 3. The person had not been previously convicted of a felony. 4. The crime was not a violent felony. Current law specifies that the expungement order must be made only at sentencing and then the record is expunged when the person completes his or her sentence. If the court does not order a criminal record expunged at sentencing, current law generally does not provide for another means to expunge the criminal record. The bill makes several changes to the expungement process. The bill removes the condition that the person committed the crime before the age of 25. (The bill retains the conditions that the crime be no greater than a Class H felony, the person have no previous felony convictions, and the crime not be a violent felony.) The bill makes certain crimes ineligible for expungement, such as traffic crimes, the crime of violating a domestic abuse restraining order or injunction, criminal trespass, and criminal damage to a business. The bill also allows the sentencing court to order that a person[s record not be eligible for expungement. The bill continues to allow the court to order at sentencing that the record be expunged when the person completes his or her sentence. The bill also provides that, if the court did not make an order at sentencing, the person may file a petition with the sentencing court after he or she completes his or her sentence. Upon receipt of the petition, the court must review the petition and then may order the record expunged or may deny the petition. If the court denies the petition, the person may not file another petition for two years. The person must pay a $100 fee to the county for a second petition, and no person may file more than two petitions per crime. The bill limits a person to one expungement. The changes described in this paragraph apply retroactively to persons who were convicted of a crime before the bill takes effect. The bill provides that, if a record is expunged of a crime, that crime is not considered a conviction for employment purposes and specifies that employment discrimination because of a conviction record includes requesting a person to supply information regarding a crime if the record has been expunged of the crime. Finally, the bill provides that it is not employment discrimination because of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 conviction record for the Law Enforcement Standards Board to consider a conviction that has been expunged with respect to applying any standard or requirement for the certification, decertification, or required training of law enforcement officers, tribal law enforcement officers, jail officers, and juvenile detention officers. Immunity for certain controlled substances offenses Current law grants immunity from prosecution for possessing a controlled substance to a person, called an aider, who summons or provides emergency medical assistance to another person because the aider believes the other person is suffering from an overdose or other adverse reaction to a controlled substance. Under 2017 Wisconsin Act 33, an aider was also immune from having probation, parole, or extended supervision revoked for possessing a controlled substance under the same circumstances. Act 33 also granted the aided person immunity from from having probation, parole, or extended supervision revoked for possessing a controlled substance when an aider seeks assistance for the aided person. The immunity applied only if the aided person completes a treatment program as part of his or her probation, parole, or extended supervision. Act 33 also provided that a prosecutor must offer an aided person who is subject to prosecution for possessing a controlled substance a deferred prosecution agreement if the aided person completes a treatment program. The expanded immunities under 2017 Wisconsin Act 33 were temporary, and expired on August 1, 2020. The bill permanently restores these expanded immunities from 2017 Wisconsin Act 33. Alternatives to prosecution for disorderly conduct The bill requires a prosecutor to offer to certain disorderly conduct defendants a deferred prosecution agreement or an agreement in which the defendant stipulates to his or her guilt of a noncriminal ordinance violation. Under the bill, a prosecutor must offer alternatives to prosecution to a person who has committed a disorderly conduct violation if it is the person[s first disorderly conduct violation, the person has not committed a similar violation previously, and the person has not committed a felony in the previous three years. Under the bill, if the person is offered a deferred prosecution agreement, he or she must be required to pay restitution, if applicable. EDUCATION PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: GENERAL AIDS AND REVENUE LIMITS Per pupil revenue limit adjustment Current law generally limits the total amount of revenue per pupil that a school district may receive from general school aids and property taxes in a school year to the amount of revenue allowed per pupil in the previous school year plus a per pupil adjustment, if any, as provided by law. Current law provides a $325 per pupil adjustment each school year from 2023 to 2425. Under the bill, beginning in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the 2026]27 school year, the per pupil adjustment is the per pupil increase for the previous school year as adjusted for any increase in the consumer price index. Low revenue ceiling; per pupil amount and restrictions Current law provides a minimum per pupil revenue limit for school districts, known as the revenue ceiling. Under current law, the per pupil revenue ceiling is $11,000. The bill increases the per pupil revenue ceiling to $12,000 for the 2025]26 school year and to $12,400 for the 2026]27 school year and each subsequent school year. Current law also provides that during the three school years following a school year in which an operating referendum fails in a school district, the school district[s revenue ceiling is the revenue ceiling that applied in the school year during which the referendum was held. The bill eliminates the provision under which a school district[s revenue ceiling is the revenue ceiling from a previous school year because an operating referendum failed in the school district. Revenue limits; personal property tax repeal aid For purposes of school district revenue limits, current law defines Xstate aidY as general school aid, computer aid, and exempt personal property aid. The bill adds personal property tax repeal aid to the definition of Xstate aid.Y Special adjustment aid Under current law, a school district is guaranteed an amount of general equalization aid equal to at least 85 percent of the amount it received in the previous school year. The bill increases the amount of general equalization aid that a school district is guaranteed to receive to an amount that is at least 90 percent of the amount it received in the previous school year. Counting four-year-old kindergarten pupils The bill changes how a pupil enrolled in a four-year-old kindergarten is counted by a school district for purposes of state aid and revenue limits. Under current law, a pupil enrolled in a four-year-old kindergarten program is counted as 0.5 pupil unless the program provides at least 87.5 additional hours of outreach activities, in which case the pupil is counted as 0.6 pupil. Under the bill, if the four- year-old kindergarten program requires full-day attendance by pupils for five days a week, a pupil enrolled in the program is counted as one pupil. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: CATEGORICAL AIDS Per pupil aid Under current law, per pupil aid is a categorical aid paid to school districts. Per pupil aid is funded from a sum sufficient appropriation and is not considered for purposes of revenue limits. Under current law, the amount of per pupil aid paid to a school district is calculated using a three-year average of the number of pupils enrolled in the school district and a per pupil amount set by law. In the 2024]25 school year, the per pupil amount is $742. Under the bill, the per pupil amount is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 $800 in the 2025]26 school year and $850 in the 2026]27 school year and each year thereafter. In addition, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, the bill requires DPI to pay a second amount of per pupil aid to school districts based on the number of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in a school district. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, in addition to the base amount of per pupil aid, DPI must also pay a school district an additional amount equal to 20 percent of the standard per pupil amount for each economically disadvantaged pupil enrolled in the school district in the previous year. Under the bill, an economically disadvantaged pupil is a pupil who satisfies either the income eligibility criteria for a free or reduced-price lunch under federal law or other measures of poverty, as determined by DPI. Funding for special education and school age parents programs The bill changes the rate at which the state reimburses school boards, operators of independent charter schools, cooperative educational service agencies (CESAs), and county children with disabilities education boards (CCDEBs) for costs incurred to provide special education and related services to children with disabilities and for school age parents programs (eligible costs). Under current law, the state reimburses the full cost of special education for children in hospitals and convalescent homes for orthopedically disabled children. After those costs are paid, the state reimburses remaining eligible costs from the amount remaining in the appropriation account at a rate that distributes the full amount appropriated. The bill changes the appropriation to a sum sufficient and provides that, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, after full payment of hospital and convalescent home costs, the remaining costs are reimbursed at 60 percent of eligible costs. Currently, DPI provides 1) special education aid to school districts, independent charter schools, CESAs, and CCDEBs; 2) aid to school districts, CESAs, and CCDEBs for providing physical or mental health treatment services to private school and tribal school pupils; and 3) aid for school age parents programs to school districts only. High-cost special education aid The bill changes the rate at which the state reimburses school boards, operators of independent charter schools, CESAs, and CCDEBs for nonadministrative costs in excess of education and related costs to a child (aidable costs). Under current law, DPI must reimburse 90 percent of aidable costs at a rate of 100 percent from a sum certain appropriation. If the amount of the appropriation is insufficient to pay the full 90 percent of aidable costs, DPI must prorate payments among eligible applicants. The bill changes the appropriation to a sum sufficient appropriation and provides that, beginning in the 2025-26 school year, DPI must reimburse 90 percent of aidable costs at a rate of 40 percent. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $30,000 incurred for providing special 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sparsity aid Under current law, a school district is eligible for sparsity aid if the number of pupils per square mile in the school district is less than 10 and the school district[s membership in the previous school year did not exceed 1,000 pupils. The amount of aid is $400 per pupil if the school district[s membership in the previous school year did not exceed 745 pupils and $100 per pupil if the school district[s membership in the previous school year was between 745 and 1,000 pupils. Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, the bill increases these payment amounts to $500 and $200, respectively. Current law also provides a reduced payment, known as a stop gap payment, to a school district that was eligible to receive sparsity aid in the previous school year but is not eligible to receive sparsity aid in the current school year because it no longer satisfies the pupils-per-square-mile requirement. The amount of the stop gap payment is 50 percent of the amount of sparsity aid the school district received in the previous school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, a school district is eligible for a sparsity aid stop gap payment if the school district is ineligible for sparsity aid in the current school year because it no longer satisfies the pupils-per-square-mile requirement or the membership requirement. Pupil transportation aid Under current law, a school district or an operator of a charter school that provides transportation to and from a school receives a state aid payment for transportation. The amount of the aid payment depends on the number of pupils transported and the distance of each pupil[s residence from the school. The bill increases aid payments for pupils who reside more than 12 miles from the school from $400 per pupil to $450 per pupil, beginning in the 2025]26 school year. High cost transportation aid; eligibility Under current law, a school district is eligible for high cost transportation aid if 1) the school district has a pupil population density of 50 or fewer pupils per square mile and 2) the school district[s per pupil transportation cost exceeds 140 percent of the statewide average per pupil transportation cost. The bill lowers the second eligibility criterion to a per pupil transportation cost that exceeds 135 percent of the statewide average per pupil transportation cost. Supplemental nutrition aid The bill creates supplemental nutrition aid, a categorical aid to reimburse educational agencies for school meals provided to pupils who satisfy the income criteria for a reduced-price lunch under the federal school lunch program and pupils who do not satisfy the income criteria for a free or reduced-price lunch under the federal school lunch program. An educational agency is eligible for supplemental nutrition aid if the educational agency does not charge pupils for school meals for which the educational agency receives reimbursement from the federal government. Under the bill, the amount of aid is equal to the sum of 1) the number of school meals provided in the previous school year to pupils who satisfy LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the income criteria for a reduced-price lunch multiplied by the difference between the free-meal reimbursement amount and the reduced-price-meal reimbursement amount and 2) the number of school meals provided in the previous year to pupils who do not satisfy the income criteria for a free or reduced-price lunch multiplied by the difference between the free-meal reimbursement amount and the reimbursement amount for a paid school meal. Supplemental nutrition aid is first paid to educational agencies in the 2026]27 school year for school meals provided during the 2025]26 school year. Under the bill, supplemental nutrition aid is funded by a sum sufficient appropriation, which ensures that educational agencies receive the full amount of aid to which they are entitled. The bill defines a Xschool mealY as a school lunch or snack under the federal school lunch program and a breakfast under the federal school breakfast program and an Xeducational agencyY as a school board, an operator of an independent charter school, the director of the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, the director of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, an operator of a residential care center for children and youth, a tribal school, or a private school. School breakfast program The bill expands eligibility for reimbursement under the school breakfast program to include operators of independent charter schools, the director of the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, the director of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and operators of residential care centers for children and youth. The bill also prohibits DPI from making a reimbursement for a breakfast served at a school in the previous school year if that school ceased operations during the prior school year. This prohibition does not apply to reimbursements to a school district. School mental health and pupil wellness; categorical aid The bill changes the types of expenditures that are eligible for reimbursement under the state categorical aid program related to pupil mental health. Under current law, DPI must make payments to school districts, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in parental choice programs (local education agencies) that increased the amount they spent to employ, hire, or retain social workers. Under current law, DPI first pays each eligible local education agency 50 percent of the amount by which the eligible local education agency increased its expenditures for social workers in the preceding school year over the amount it expended in the school year immediately preceding the preceding school year. If, after making those payments, there is money remaining in the appropriation account for that aid program, DPI makes additional payments to eligible local education agencies. The amount of those additional payments is determined based on the amount remaining in the appropriation account and the amount spent by eligible local education agencies to employ, hire, and retain social workers during the previous school year. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill expands eligibility for the payments under the aid program to include spending on school counselors, school social workers, school psychologists, and school nurses (pupil services professionals). The bill also eliminates the two tier reimbursement structure of the aid program and eliminates the requirement that a local education agency is eligible for the aid only if the local education agency increased its spending. Under the bill, any local education agency that made expenditures to employ, hire, or retain pupil services professionals during the previous school year is eligible for reimbursement under the aid program. Aid for comprehensive school mental health services Under current law, DPI awards grants to school districts and independent charter schools for the purpose of collaborating with community mental health agencies to provide mental health services to pupils. The bill replaces the current grant program with new categorical aid for comprehensive school mental health services to school districts and independent charter schools. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, DPI must annually reimburse a school board or the operator of an independent charter school for costs incurred for mental health services during in-school or out-of-school time, up to the greater of $100,000 or $100 per pupil who was enrolled in the school district or independent charter school in the previous school year. If the amount appropriated for this purpose is insufficient, DPI must prorate the reimbursements. Peer-to-peer suicide prevention grants Under current law, DPI administers a competitive grant program to award grants to public, private, and tribal high schools for the purpose of supporting peer- to-peer suicide prevention programs. Under current law, the maximum annual peer-to-peer suicide prevention grant amount is $1,000. The bill increases the maximum annual peer-to-peer suicide prevention grant amount to $6,000. Mental health training programs Under current law, DPI must establish a mental health training program under which it provides training to school district and independent charter school staff on three specific evidence-based strategies related to addressing mental health issues in schools. The three specific evidence-based strategies are 1) the Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment program, 2) Trauma Sensitive Schools, and 3) Youth Mental Health First Aid. The bill expands the mental health training program to include training on any evidence-based strategy related to addressing mental health issues and suicide prevention in schools and converts the list of evidence-based strategies under current law to a nonexclusive list of strategies. Additionally, the bill requires that DPI provide the training to out-of-school-time program employees. Aid for English language acquisition The bill creates a new categorical aid for school districts and independent charter schools to offset the costs of educating limited-English proficient (LEP) pupils. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under current law, a school board is required to provide a bilingual-bicultural education program to LEP pupils who attend a school in the school district if the school meets any of the following thresholds: 1. Within a language group, 10 or more LEP pupils are enrolled in kindergarten to grade 3. 2. Within a language group, 20 or more LEP pupils are enrolled in grades 4 to 8. 3. Within a language group, 20 or more LEP pupils are enrolled in grades 9 to 12. All school boards are required to educate all LEP pupils, but only school boards that are required to provide bilingual-bicultural education programs are eligible under current law for categorical aid targeted toward educating LEP pupils. Under current law, in each school year, DPI distributes $250,000 among eligible school districts whose enrollments in the previous school year were at least 15 percent LEP pupils, and DPI distributes the amount remaining in the appropriation account to eligible school districts on the basis of the school districts[ expenditures on the required bilingual-bicultural education programs during the prior school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, DPI must annually pay each school district and each operator of an independent charter school an amount equal to $500 times the number of LEP pupils enrolled in the school district or attending the charter school in the previous school year. This new categorical aid is in addition to aid already paid under current law and is not conditioned on whether the school board or independent charter school is required to provide a bilingual- bicultural education program. Early literacy summer reading programs Current law requires DPI to establish a model policy for promoting third grade pupils to the fourth grade that includes various components, including a requirement to provide an intensive summer reading program to pupils who are promoted to the fourth grade, had a personal reading plan in the third grade, and did not complete the plan before being promoted to fourth grade. Current law specifies that the model policy must require that the intensive summer reading program be provided until a pupil scores at grade level in reading on a summative assessment. Current law also requires school boards, operators of independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program to, by July 1, 2025, adopt a written policy for promoting third grade pupils to the fourth grade that includes the intensive summer reading program required to be in DPI[s model policy. Beginning in the 2026]27 school year, the bill requires DPI to reimburse school boards and independent charter schools for providing intensive summer reading programs, as required under third grade promotion policies. Financial literacy curriculum grants The bill requires DPI to award grants to school boards and independent LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 charter schools for the purpose of developing, implementing, or improving financial literacy curricula. The bill further requires DPI to prioritize grants that support innovative financial literacy curricula. Current law requires school boards to adopt academic standards for financial literacy and incorporate financial literacy instruction into the curriculum in grades kindergarten to 12. Computer science education grants The bill requires DPI to annually award grants to school districts for the purpose of expanding computer science educational opportunities in all grade levels in the school district. Aid for career and technical education The bill creates a categorical aid for school districts and independent charter schools for the purpose of increasing high school career and technical education pathways in public high schools. The bill defines a Xhigh school career and technical education pathwayY as a series of career and technical education opportunities that prepare a pupil for a postsecondary option in a specific career area. Under the bill, DPI must pay each school district and independent charter school a proportional amount of the amount appropriated for this purpose. The proportional amount is based on the number of pupils in the high school grades in that school district or independent charter school in the previous school year divided by the total number of pupils in the high school grades in all school districts and independent charter schools in the previous school year. Water bottle filling station grants The bill requires DPI to award grants to school districts and independent charter schools to modify water fountains to include water bottle filling stations that provide filtered drinking water. Tribal language revitalization grants Under current law, school boards, cooperative educational service agencies, and head start agencies are eligible for grants to support innovative, effective instruction in one or more American Indian languages. The bill expands eligibility for these grants to include independent charter schools. Grants to replace race-based nicknames, logos, mascots, or team names associated with American Indians The bill authorizes DPI to award a grant to a school board that terminates the use of a race-based nickname, logo, mascot, or team name that is associated with a federally recognized American Indian tribe or American Indians, in general. Under the bill, a school board is eligible for a grant regardless of whether or not the school board decides to terminate the use of a race-based nickname, logo, mascot, or team name voluntarily, in response to an objection to its use, or in compliance with an order issued by the Division of Hearings and Appeals. The bill specifies that the amount of the grant may not exceed the greater of $50,000 or the actual cost incurred by the school board to replace the race-based nickname, logo, mascot, or team name. Under the bill, these grants are funded from Indian gaming receipts. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: CHOICE, CHARTER, AND OPEN Parental choice program caps The bill caps the total number of pupils who may participate in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program, the Racine Parental Choice Program, or the statewide parental choice program (parental choice program) at the number of pupils who attended a private school under the parental choice program in the 2025]26 school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2026]27 school year, if the number of applications to participate in a parental choice program exceeds the program cap, DPI must determine which applications to accept on a random basis, subject to certain admission preferences that exist under current law. Under current law, pupils may submit applications to attend a private school under the statewide parental choice program for the following school year from the first weekday in February to the third Thursday in April, and a private school that receives applications must, no later than the first weekday in May immediately following the application period, report the number of applicants to DPI so that DPI may determine whether a pupil participation limitation has been exceeded. The bill provides that, beginning with applications for the 2026]27 school year, DPI must establish one or more application periods during which pupils may submit applications to attend a private school under the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program or Racine Parental Choice Program. The bill provides that a private school that receives applications during an application period must, no later than 10 days after the application period ends, report the number of applicants to DPI so that DPI may determine whether a program cap has been exceeded. The bill does not change the application period for the statewide parental choice program and requires DPI to use the information required to be reported under current law to determine whether the program cap for the statewide parental choice program has been exceeded. The bill also requires DPI to establish a waiting list for a parental choice program if the program cap for the parental choice program has been exceeded. Special Needs Scholarship Program cap Under current law, a child with a disability who meets certain eligibility criteria may receive a scholarship to attend a private school participating in the Special Needs Scholarship Program (SNSP). The bill caps the total number of children who may receive an SNSP scholarship at the number of children who received an SNSP scholarship in the 2025]26 school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2026]27 school year, if the number of applications for SNSP scholarships exceeds the program cap, DPI must determine which applications to accept on a random basis, subject to certain admission preferences set forth in the bill. Under current law, a child may apply for an SNSP scholarship at any time during a school year and may begin attending the school at any time during the school year. The bill provides that, beginning with applications for the 2026]27 LRB-2186/1 ALL:all ENROLLMENT 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 school year, children may submit applications for SNSP scholarships for the school year from the first weekday in February to the third Thursday in April of the prior school year, and a private school that receives applications for SNSP scholarships must, no later than the first weekday in May immediately following the application period, report the number of applicants to DPI so that DPI may determine whether the program cap has been exceeded. The bill also requires DPI to establish a waiting list if the program cap for the SNSP has been exceeded. Wisconsin parental choice program; pupil participation limit Current law includes a limit on the percentage of pupils in each school district who may attend a private school under the statewide parental choice program. The pupil participation limit started in the 2015]16 school year at 1 percent of a school district[s membership and increased gradually to 10 percent of a school district[s membership in the 2025]26 school year. Under current law, the pupil participation limit sunsets after the 2025]26 school year. The bill eliminates the sunset and continues the pupil participation limit at membership. Payment indexing: parental choice programs, SNSP, independent charter schools, full-time Open Enrollment Program, and whole grade sharing agreements Under current law, the per pupil payment amounts under parental choice programs and the SNSP, the per pupil payment amount to independent charter schools, the transfer amounts under the full-time open enrollment program, and the required transfer amount for a child with a disability in a whole grade sharing agreement (collectively, Xper pupil paymentsY) are adjusted annually. The annual adjustment for per pupil payments is an amount equal to the sum of any per member revenue limit increase that applies to school districts in that school year and any per member increase in categorical aids between the current school year and the previous school year. Under the bill, beginning in the 2025]26 school year, the annual adjustment for per pupil payments is the sum of the per member revenue limit increase that applies to school districts in that school year, if any, and the increase in the per member amount of general per pupil aid paid to school districts between the previous school year and the current school year, if any. Per pupil payment and transfer amount based on actual costs; SNSP and full-time Open Enrollment Under current law, the per pupil payment amount for a child participating in the SNSP and the transfer amount for a child with a disability in the full-time Open Enrollment Program (OEP) is one of the following: 1. A per pupil amount set by law. 2. An alternative amount based on the actual costs to educate the pupil in the previous school year, as reported by the private school or nonresident school district, whichever is applicable. For example, under this option, the amount paid to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 10 percent of a school district[s 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 a private school in the SNSP or nonresident school district in the 2024]25 school year is based on the actual costs to educate the pupil in the 2023]24 school year, as reported by the private school or nonresident school district. The bill eliminates the alternative SNSP per pupil payment amount and OEP transfer amount based on the actual costs to educate the pupil and the processes for setting these alternative amounts. Under the bill, the SNSP per pupil payment amount and the OEP transfer amount for children with disabilities is the same for all pupils and is set by law. In the 2024]25 school year, the amount set by law is $15,409. Teacher licensure in parental choice programs and in the SNSP With certain exceptions, the bill requires that, beginning on July 1, 2028, teachers at private schools participating in a parental choice program or in the SNSP must hold a license or permit issued by DPI. Under current law, teachers at choice schools must have at least a bachelor[s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education, but they are not required to be licensed by DPI. There are no current law requirements regarding who may teach at SNSP schools. The bill provides an exception for a teacher who teaches only courses in rabbinical studies. In addition, the bill provides a grace period for a teacher who has been teaching for at least the five consecutive years immediately preceding July 1, 2028, which allows the teacher to apply for a temporary, nonrenewable waiver of the licensure requirement. An applicant for a waiver must submit a plan for becoming licensed as required under the bill. SNSP; religious opt out The bill provides that a private school participating in the SNSP must allow a child attending the private school under the SNSP to refrain from participating in any religious activity if the child[s parent submits to the child[s teacher or the private school[s principal a written request that the child be exempt from such activities. SNSP; accreditation or participation in another choice program The bill provides that, with certain exceptions explained below, a private school may participate in the SNSP only if 1) the private school is accredited by August 1 of the school year in which the private school participates or 2) the private school participates in a parental choice program. Under current law, a private school may participate in the SNSP if the private school is accredited or if the private school[s educational program meets certain criteria. The bill provides that, if a private school is participating in the SNSP in the 2025-26 school year and is not accredited by August 1, 2025, the private school must 1) obtain preaccreditation by August 1, 2026; 2) apply for accreditation by December 31, 2026; and 3) obtain accreditation by December 31, 2029. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: SCHOOL OPERATIONS Health emergencies in learning places grants The bill requires school boards, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program or the SNSP (local educational agencies) to have 1) a cardiac emergency response plan for cardiac emergencies that occur on school property, 2) an adequate supply of opioid antagonists on site, and 3) a carbon monoxide detector in each room of a school that contains a fuel-burning, forced-air furnace or a boiler, or as otherwise required by DSPS. The bill also requires DPI to provide aid to local educational agencies for the costs of complying with these requirements. Beginning in the 2025]26 school year, the bill requires each local educational agency to have in effect a cardiac emergency response plan (CERP) for cardiac emergencies that occur on school property. Under the bill, a CERP is a written document that establishes specific steps to reduce death from cardiac arrest in a specific setting. Under the bill, a CERP must include various components, including a cardiac emergency response team; information on how the cardiac emergency response team is activated in the event of an emergency; and requirements for automated external defibrillator placement, maintenance, and training in usage, training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and drills to practice the CERP. Under current law, school boards and governing bodies of private schools must supply a standard first aid kit for use in an emergency. Under the bill, independent charter schools must also supply a standard first aid kit for use in an emergency. Current law also authorizes certain school personnel, including employees and volunteers of public and private schools, to administer an opioid antagonist to a person who appears to be undergoing an opioid-related drug overdose. Most recently, 2023 Wisconsin Act 194 provided civil immunity to elementary and secondary schools, school personnel, and particular medical professionals who provide or administer an opioid antagonist. Under the bill, each local educational agency must ensure that each school maintains a usable supply of an opioid antagonist on site, in a place that is accessible at all times. Under current law, DPI must establish a model management plan for maintaining indoor environmental quality in public and private schools. By no later than July 1, 2026, the bill requires DPI to include in that model plan that public and private schools must have a carbon monoxide detector in each room in a school that contains a fuel-burning, forced-air furnace or a boiler, and as otherwise required by DSPS. Under current law, school boards and private schools participating in a parental choice program must have and implement a plan for maintaining indoor environmental quality in schools. The bill extends this requirement to independent charter schools. Additionally, the bill requires that, by no later than October 1, 2026, each local educational agency include in its management plan for LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 maintaining indoor environmental quality the same carbon monoxide detector requirement that is included in DPI[s model plan. Under the bill, each local educational agency must implement the carbon monoxide detector requirement by no later than July 1, 2027. The bill also requires local educational agencies to reasonably maintain all carbon monoxide detectors as specified in the detectors[ instructions. The requirements related to carbon monoxide detectors do not apply to a local educational agency that is a private school participating only in the SNSP. Under current law generally, carbon monoxide detectors are required in dwellings with an attached garage, a fireplace, or a fuel-burning appliance. Carbon monoxide detectors are also required in public buildings that are used for sleeping or lodging and contain a fuel-burning appliance, a fuel-burning forced-air furnace, or an attached garage. Costs of placing school resource officers in MPS schools Current law requires the school board of a first class city school district—currently only Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS)—to ensure that at least 25 school resource officers are present at schools within the school district during normal school hours and that school resource officers are available, as needed, during before-school and after-school care, extracurricular activities, and sporting events (SRO requirement). Under current law, a school resource officer (SRO) is a law enforcement officer who is deployed in community-oriented policing and assigned by the law enforcement agency that employs him or her to work in a full- time capacity in collaboration with a school district. Current law also requires MPS and the City of Milwaukee to agree on how to apportion the costs of meeting the SRO requirement between the two entities. Under the bill, MPS and the City of Milwaukee must apportion the costs of meeting the SRO requirement as follows: 1. For school days, the greater of 25 percent of the costs or $400,000, as indexed to inflation, to MPS and the remainder to the City of Milwaukee. 2. For nonschool days, 100 percent to the City of Milwaukee. Under the bill, Xschool dayY means 1) a day on which school is actually taught and 2) a day on which school is not taught because school is closed due to inclement weather, parent-teacher conferences, an order of a local health officer or DHS, or a threat to the health or safety of pupils or school personnel. Computer science course requirement The bill requires school boards, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program to make available to pupils in grades 9 to 12 at least one computer science course, which must include concepts in computer programming or coding. Participation in high school graduation ceremonies The bill prohibits school boards, independent charter schools, and private schools participating in a parental choice program or the SNSP from excluding a pupil from a high school graduation ceremony due to the pupil[s or the pupil[s family[s failure to pay any outstanding fees or charges. Under current law, pupil LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 participation in high school graduation ceremonies is determined under school board, charter school, or private school policies. Access to period products in schools The bill requires school boards and independent charter schools to provide period products to any pupil who needs them while at school, at no charge to the pupil. In addition, the bill requires DPI to distribute aid for the provision of period products to certain school districts and independent charter schools. Under the bill, a school district or independent charter school is eligible for aid if the school district or independent charter school had a greater percentage of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in or attending the school district or independent charter school than the statewide percentage of economically disadvantaged pupils in the previous school year. Under the bill, DPI must distribute to each eligible school district and independent charter school the greater of $100 or an amount that is proportionate to the number of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in or attending the eligible school district or independent charter school in the previous school year compared to the total number of economically disadvantaged pupils enrolled in or attending eligible school districts or independent charter schools in the previous school year. If the amount appropriated for this aid is insufficient to pay the full amount of aid, DPI must prorate the aid payments among the eligible school districts and independent charter schools. The bill defines an Xeconomically disadvantaged pupilY as a pupil who satisfies the federal income eligibility requirements for a free or reduced-price lunch. PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION: ADMINISTRATIVE AND OTHER FUNDING Early literacy coaches Under current law, the Office of Literacy in DPI must establish and supervise a literacy coaching program to improve literacy outcomes in this state. Specifically, the Office of Literacy, in consultation with cooperative educational service agencies, must contract for up to 64 full-time equivalent literacy coaches. Current law requires the Office of Literacy to assign one-half of the literacy coaches to schools based on pupil scores on the third grade reading assessment and one-half of the literacy coaches to schools that request early literacy support. The latter half of the literacy coaches must be dispersed evenly among cooperative educational service agency regions. In addition, current law prohibits the Office of Literacy from assigning more than a total of 10 literacy coaches to a first class city school district and more than a total of four literacy coaches to a school district that is not a first class city school district. Under current law, the Office of Literacy and the literacy coaching program sunset on July 1, 2028. The bill eliminates this sunset. Beginning in the 2026]27 school year, the bill increases the maximum number of full-time equivalent literacy coaches to 100, increases the maximum number of literacy coaches that may be assigned to a first class city school district to 16, and increases the maximum number of literacy coaches that may be assigned to a school district that is not a first class city school district to six. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Early literacy tutoring grants The bill requires DPI to create a competitive grant program, under which it awards grants to community-based nonprofit organizations to provide literacy tutoring, including high-dosage literacy tutoring, to pupils who are in five-year-old kindergarten to third grade and do not yet read at grade-level. The bill defines Xliteracy tutoringY as tutoring that includes science-based early reading instruction and does not include three cueing. High-dosage literacy tutoring is defined under the bill as literacy tutoring that is provided in a one-on-one or small group setting, at least three times per week for at least 30 minutes each session, by the same tutor who is professionally trained and receives ongoing training, that includes high- quality instructional materials that align with classroom content, and that is held during school hours. Early childhood special education; coaches Under current law, school boards and operators of independent charter schools must identify, locate, and evaluate children with disabilities who are in need of special education and related services and make available a free appropriate public education to those children if they are at least three years old. The process of identifying, locating, and evaluating children with disabilities who may need special education or related services is known as XChild Find.Y The bill provides $600,000 in funding for DPI to contract with cooperative educational service agencies to employ regional child care collaboration coaches to promote Child Find to child care providers and provide training, technical assistance, and consultation to, and facilitate collaboration between, child care providers, operators of independent charter schools, and school boards for the purpose of providing special education and related services to children with disabilities. Transferring Head Start state supplement to DCF The bill transfers the Head Start state supplement from DPI to DCF. The bill transfers from the state superintendent to the secretary of children and families the responsibilities of determining whether agencies are eligible for designation as Head Start agencies under the federal Head Start program to provide comprehensive health, educational, nutritional, social, and other services to economically disadvantaged children and their families, and of distributing federal Head Start funds to those eligible agencies. Community-based 4K approach Under current law, a school board may, but is not required to, provide four- year-old kindergarten (4K). Currently, many school boards provide 4K using a public-private partnership approach, often referred to as the community approach. The community approach includes contracts between school boards and community-based providers that define the roles and responsibilities of the parties related to the operation of a 4K program. Under the bill, DPI must, in consultation with DCF, develop a model community-based approach 4K contract by January 1, 2026. DPI must also, in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 consultation with DCF, establish by rule a standard per pupil payment to be paid to the community-based provider under the model contract. Career and technical student organizations; grants Under current law, DPI must maintain a career and technical student organizations (CTSO) team that consists of six consultants, each of whom is assigned an educational area. Specifically, DPI[s CTSO team must have a consultant in agriculture education, business education, technology education, family and consumer sciences education, marketing education, and health science education. Under the bill, DPI must annually identify one CTSO for each of these educational areas and distribute state funding to each identified CTSO based on the number of pupils who were members of the CTSO in the previous school year. Teacher apprenticeship pathway to licensure The bill requires DPI to issue an initial license to teach to an individual who holds a bachelor[s degree, successfully completes a teacher apprenticeship offered through DWD, and if the initial license is to teach in grades kindergarten to five, to teach in special education, or to teach as a reading teacher or specialist, pass an examination identical to the Foundations of Reading test, commonly called the FORT. The bill also requires DPI to consult with DWD in the creation of DWD[s teacher apprenticeship program so that an individual who completes DWD[s teacher apprenticeship program will satisfy many of the requirements to obtain a license to teach from DPI, including the requirement that an applicant receive instruction in the study of minority group relations, that an applicant demonstrate competency related to various conflict resolution skills, and that an applicant for a license to teach reading or language arts to prekindergarten class to sixth grade successfully completes instruction in science-based early reading instruction. See Employment. Grow Your Own programs The bill creates a new grant program administered by DPI and available to school districts and operators of independent charter schools to reimburse the cost of XGrow Your OwnY programs. Under the bill, Grow Your Own programs include high school clubs that encourage careers in teaching, payment of costs associated with current staff acquiring education needed for licensure, support for career pathways using dual enrollment, support for partnerships focused on attracting or developing new teachers, or incentives for paraprofessionals to gain licensure. The bill appropriates $5,000,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 for this purpose. Educators rising; grant The bill requires DPI to create a competitive request-for-proposal process to award a grant to an entity for the purpose of subsidizing cocurricular opportunities for public school pupils that encourage those pupils to pursue a career in teaching. Under the bill, to be eligible for this grant, an entity must demonstrate to DPI that it has successfully supported this type of cocurricular opportunities in public schools in this state. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Arts for All Under current law, GPR is appropriated to DPI for Very Special Arts Wisconsin, Inc. In 2019, Very Special Arts Wisconsin changed its name to Arts for All Wisconsin. The bill updates the appropriation to reflect this name change. Graduation Alliance The bill requires the state superintendent of public instruction to annually distribute an amount appropriated to DPI to Graduation Alliance, Inc., to support pupils and their families through an academic coaching program known as Engage Wisconsin. Currently, DPI partners with Graduation Alliance, Inc., to provide Engage Wisconsin to pupils and their families. Mentor Greater Milwaukee, Inc. The bill requires DPI to award grants to Mentor Greater Milwaukee, Inc., to expand access to quality youth mentoring in Milwaukee County. The Literacy Lab The bill requires the state superintendent of public instruction to annually distribute an amount appropriated to DPI to The Literacy Lab to provide an evidence-based literacy intervention program in public schools located in Milwaukee and Racine. Grants for information technology education The bill makes several changes to the information technology education grant program. Under current law, DPI must develop a competitive request-for-proposal process to award a grant to an entity to provide information technology education opportunities to public school pupils in grades 6 to 12, technical college district students, and patrons of public libraries. Currently, to be eligible for the grant, an entity must 1) demonstrate that it has successfully offered an information technology instructional program in schools in Wisconsin; instructional program that includes eight different components specified under current law; and 3) ensure that the instructional program will be operated in 225 sites, including 16 public libraries. In addition, under current law, DPI must give preference in awarding the grant to an entity that demonstrates that it has successfully provided high-quality information technology instructional programming and educational opportunities to pupils enrolled in or attending schools in Wisconsin. The bill provides that DPI may award the information technology education grants to multiple entities. Under the bill, grants do not need to be awarded through a request-for-proposal process, and the grants are for the provision of certification opportunities in addition to information technology education. The bill modifies the eligibility criteria for the grants to require grant recipients to develop an instructional program that includes at least one of the eight components specified under current law and to maximize the number of sites at which the instructional program will be operated. In addition to the current law preference requirements, the bill requires DPI to give preference in awarding grants to entities LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2) develop an 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 that will develop an instructional program that includes more than one of the eight components specified under current law. Student teacher stipends The bill provides stipends, through DPI, to student teachers who are completing a teacher preparatory program that is approved by the superintendent of public instruction. The stipends are $2,500 per student teacher per semester, and begin in the 2026]27 school year. Receipt of a stipend under the bill does not preclude an individual from receiving a payment under the Wisconsin Teacher Improvement Program, which currently provides stipends to prospective teachers in one-semester internships. Cooperating teacher stipends The bill provides stipends, through DPI, to teachers who are overseeing a student teacher in their classrooms. The stipends are in the amount of $1,000 per teacher per semester and begin in the 2026]27 school year. Fees for licensure of school and public library personnel; appropriation changes Under current law, 90 percent of the fees collected by DPI for licensure of school and public library personnel and for school districts[ participation in DPI[s teacher improvement program are credited to an annual sum certain appropriation. The remaining 10 percent of these fees are deposited into the general fund under current law. The bill changes this annual sum certain appropriation to a continuing appropriation and requires that 100 percent of the total fees collected by DPI be credited to the appropriation. An annual sum certain appropriation is expendable only up to the amount shown in the schedule and only for the fiscal year for which it is made. A continuing appropriation is expendable until fully depleted or repealed. Under current law and the bill, the purposes of the appropriation are for 1) DPI[s administrative costs related to licensure of school and public library personnel; 2) if DPI exercises its authority to provide information and analysis of the professional school personnel supply in this state, the costs of providing that information and analysis; and 3) DPI[s teacher improvement program. GED test fee payments The bill requires DPI to pay the testing service fee for an eligible individual who takes a content area test given under the general educational development (GED) test. The GED test consists of four separate content area tests that cover mathematical reasoning and reasoning through language arts, social studies, and science. Under the bill, DPI will pay for an eligible individual to take all four content area tests once in each calendar year. In order to be eligible for the payment, an individual must satisfy DPI[s requirements to receive a Certificate of General Educational Development or a High School Equivalency Diploma. Among other things, DPI requires that the individual meet certain residency and minimum age requirements and attend a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 counseling session. The individual also must obtain a passing score on a GED practice test for the content area (commonly called a GED Ready practice test). Farm to school program The bill provides GPR to DPI for the purpose of providing matching funds for grants from the federal government for the farm to school program. The farm to school program promotes the use of locally and regionally grown foods in schools. Information technology systems; modernization expenses The bill appropriates GPR to DPI for the purpose of modernizing information systems used by DPI. HIGHER EDUCATION Administrative attachment of HEAB and DLAB to DOA Under current law, the HEAB is an independent agency in the executive branch of state government. HEAB administers most of the state[s higher education financial aid programs. The bill attaches HEAB to DOA for administrative purposes. Under current law, a board that is attached to another agency for administrative purposes is a distinct unit of that agency and exercises its powers and duties independently of that agency, but performs budgeting, program coordination, and related management functions under the direction and supervision of that agency. Under current law, the Distance Learning Authorization Board (DLAB) is administratively attached to HEAB. DLAB administers the state[s reciprocity agreement governing authorization and oversight of higher education institutions that provide distance education to out-of-state students. The bill attaches DLAB for administrative purposes to DOA instead of HEAB. Nonresident tuition exemption for undocumented individuals and certain tribal members enrolled in the UW System or a technical college The bill creates a nonresident tuition exemptions for certain UW System and technical college students. Current law allows the Board of Regents of the UW System to charge different tuition rates to resident and nonresident students. A person generally must be a resident of this state for at least 12 months prior to registering at a UW System institution in order to be exempt from paying nonresident tuition. However, current law also includes nonresident tuition exemptions, under which certain nonresident students pay resident tuition rates. Also under current law, the TCS Board establishes program fees that technical college districts must charge students. With exceptions, the fees for nonresidents are 150 percent of the fees for residents. The TCS Board must establish procedures to determine the residence of students attending technical colleges, but current law specifies that certain students must be considered residents of this state. The bill creates an exemption from nonresident tuition for an individual who is not a citizen of the United States and who 1) graduated from a Wisconsin high LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 school or received a declaration of equivalency of high school graduation from Wisconsin; 2) was continuously present in Wisconsin for at least three years following the first day of attending a Wisconsin high school or immediately preceding receipt of a declaration of equivalency of high school graduation; and 3) enrolls in a UW System institution and provides the institution with proof stating that he or she has filed or will file an application for lawful permanent resident status with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services as soon as the individual is eligible to do so. The bill also provides that such an individual is considered a resident of this state for purposes of admission to and payment of fees at a technical college. The bill also creates a nonresident tuition exemption for certain tribal members. Under the bill, a student enrolled in a UW System institution or technical college qualifies for resident tuition or fee rates if all of the following apply: 1. The student is a member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band in Wisconsin or is a member of a federally recognized tribe in Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, or Michigan. 2. The student has resided in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, or Michigan, or in any combination of these states, for at least 12 months prior to enrolling in a UW System institution or technical college. Tuition and fee remission for certain tribal members and student teachers enrolled in the UW System or a technical college The bill grants full remission of tuition and fees for certain tribal members who are UW System or technical college students. Under the bill, a student is exempt from tuition and segregated fees at a UW System institution and from tuition and incidental fees at a technical college if the student is a resident of this state and an enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe in this state. The student is eligible for the remission for 128 credits or eight semesters, whichever is longer, but only if the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0. The bill also grants full remission of tuition for student teachers enrolled in the UW System or a technical college during their semester of student teaching. The remission applies for a student who is a resident of this state and is participating in the student teaching component of an educator preparatory program approved by DPI. Tuition grant program for national guard members The bill also makes changes to DMA[s tuition grant program for national guard members. See Military Affairs. Expansion of the nurse educator financial assistance program to allied health, behavioral health, and dentistry professions Under current law, HEAB administers a nurse educator program that provides 1) fellowships to students who enroll in certain postgraduate nursing LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 degree programs at institutions of higher education, 2) postdoctoral fellowships to recruit faculty for nursing programs at institutions of higher education, and 3) educational loan repayment assistance to recruit and retain faculty for nursing programs in institutions of higher education. Individuals who receive financial assistance under the program must make a commitment to teach for at least three consecutive years in a nursing program at an institution of higher education. The bill expands the program to provide the same financial assistance and teaching commitment requirement to certain individuals in allied health, behavioral health, and dentistry professions, as defined in the bill. Health care provider loan assistance program The bill makes five new categories of health care providers eligible for the health care provider loan assistance (HCPLA) program and provides additional funding for loans to these health care providers. Under current law, the Board of Regents of the UW System administers the HCPLA program under which it may repay, on behalf of a health care provider, up to $25,000 in loans for education related to the health care provider[s field of practice. The repayment occurs over three years, with 40 percent of the loan or $10,000, whichever is less, repaid in each of the first two years of participation in the program and the final 20 percent or $5,000, whichever is less, repaid in the third year. A health care provider is defined as a dental hygienist, dental therapist, physician assistant, nurse-midwife, or nurse practitioner. The Board of Regents must enter into a written agreement with the health care provider in which the health care provider agrees to practice at least 32 clinic hours per week for three years in one or more eligible practice areas in this state or in a rural area. An Xeligible practice areaY is defined as a free or charitable clinic, a primary care shortage area, a mental health shortage area, an American Indian reservation or trust lands of an American Indian tribe, or, for a dental hygienist, a dental health shortage area or a free or charitable clinic. Money for loan repayments is derived from several sources, and loan repayments are subject to availability of funds. If insufficient funds are available to repay the loans of all eligible applicants, the Board of Regents must establish priorities among the eligible applicants based on specified considerations, including factors related to the degree of the health care need and shortage in the area. However, some funding for loan repayments is available only for health care providers who practice in rural areas. The bill adds medical assistants, dental assistants, dental auxiliaries, behavioral health providers, and substance abuse treatment providers to the health care providers who are eligible for loan repayment under the HCPLA program. These health care providers are eligible under the current terms of the program, except medical assistants. Medical assistants are eligible for loan repayment of up to $12,500 in total, with repayments of 40 percent of the loan or $5,000, whichever is less, in each of the first two years and 20 percent or $2,500, whichever is less, in the third year. For purposes of an eligible practice area, dental assistants, dental LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 auxiliaries, and dental therapists are treated similarly to the way dental hygienists are treated under current law. Expanding the rural dentistry scholarship program Under current law, HEAB in consultation with DHS administers a scholarship program for students enrolled in the Marquette University School of Dentistry (MUSD) who agree to practice dentistry in a dental health shortage area for 18 months for each annual scholarship received. A Xdental health shortage areaY is an area that is federally designated as having a shortage of dental professionals, not including Brown, Dane, Kenosha, Milwaukee, and Waukesha Counties. From the program, HEAB may award to no more than 15 MUSD students an annual scholarship of $30,000 per year for up to four years. A student who fails to meet their obligation to practice in a dental health shortage area for the requisite period must repay the amount of scholarship received. The bill expands the scholarship program to include dental general practice residents as possible recipients of the scholarship, in addition to any student enrolled in the MUSD. Parkinson[s disease registry The bill directs the Population Health Institute (PHI), or its successor, at the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health to establish and maintain a Parkinson[s disease registry and to collect data on the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson[s disease and parkinsonisms in this state. XparkinsonismY as a condition that is similar or related to Parkinson[s disease. In addition, under the bill, if a health care provider treats or diagnoses a patient with Parkinson[s disease or a parkinsonism, that health care provider or the health care facility that employs or contracts with the health care provider must report information about the patient[s Parkinson[s disease or parkinsonism to PHI for purposes of the Parkinson[s disease registry. If a patient declines to participate in the Parkinson[s disease registry, the health care provider or health care facility must report only the incident of the patient[s Parkinson[s disease or parkinsonism. The bill directs PHI to create a website for the Parkinson[s disease registry that includes annual reports on the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson[s disease in this state. The bill also authorizes UW-Madison to enter into agreements in order to furnish data from the Parkinson[s disease registry to another state[s Parkinson[s disease registry, a federal Parkinson[s disease control agency, a local health officer, or a researcher who proposes to conduct research on Parkinson[s disease, subject to certain confidentiality requirements. In addition, the bill requires the UW System to allocate from its general program operations appropriation $3,900,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $2,400,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 to establish the statewide Parkinson[s disease registry. UW System funding allocations and grant to the Institute for Healthy Aging Under current law, most GPR appropriated to the UW System is appropriated through a single general program operations appropriation, a biennial appropriation sometimes referred to as the UW block grant appropriation. In the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all The bill defines 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2023]25 fiscal biennium, more than a billion dollars was appropriated through this appropriation in each year of the fiscal biennium. The bill requires the UW System to allocate from this appropriation specified amounts for particular purposes in the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. The total amount of these required allocations is approximately $8.6 million in fiscal year 2025]26 and approximately $7.5 million in fiscal year 2026]27, and the purposes include the following: increasing assistance to students who are veterans and military personnel; extending eligibility for the Health Care Provider Loan Assistance Program to new categories of health care providers; establishing or continuing foster youth programming for eligible students; funding UW-Madison[s UniverCity Alliance program; supporting journalism programs and fellowships; and funding education, training, research, and technical assistance to support small businesses, economic development, and entrepreneurial activity. The bill also requires the UW System to award a grant from this appropriation, in the amount of $450,000 in each fiscal year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium, to the Institute for Healthy Aging to support programs in fall prevention and recovery training. UW Missing-in-Action Recovery and Identification Project Under the bill, the Board of Regents of the UW System must provide funding to the UW Missing-in-Action Recovery and Identification Project (MIA Recovery Project) for missions to recover and identify Wisconsin veterans who are missing in action. At the conclusion of the mission for which funding is provided, the MIA Recovery Project must submit to the Board of Regents, JCF, each legislative standing committee dealing with veterans matters, the governor, DVA, and DMA a report on the mission[s findings and an accounting of expenditures for the mission. The bill allocates $500,000 in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium for the MIA Recovery Project. Grants to technical college district boards for adoption of artificial intelligence Under current law, the TCS Board may award grants to technical college district boards in a variety of contexts, including to provide basic skills instruction in jails and prisons, to expand health care programs, and for the development of apprenticeship criteria. The bill allows the TCS Board to award grants to technical college district boards to support the district boards with the adoption and use of artificial intelligence in areas including the following: 1) educator recruitment, retention, and upskilling; 2) curriculum and resource development to meet employer demand; 3) stackable credential development; and 4) infrastructure development. GENERAL EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AGENCIES Library intern stipend payments The bill requires the Division for Libraries and Technology in DPI to provide stipend payments to students who are enrolled in a library and information LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 sciences master[s degree program and are placed as an intern in a public library or school library. The stipend payments are $2,500 per student per semester, and begin in the 2026]27 school year. Funding for the emergency weather warning system Under current law, the Educational Communications Board is required to operate an emergency weather warning system, the operation of which is funded from moneys received from DOA for the provision of state telecommunications to state agencies. The bill changes the funding source for the operation of the emergency weather warning system to GPR. Operational funding for the Northern Great Lakes Center The bill expands a segregated-funds appropriation to SHS to allow expenditures for operational support of the Northern Great Lakes Center. Security at museum located on N. Carroll Street in Madison Current law requires SHS to have responsibility for security at the Wisconsin Historical Museum located at 30 N. Carroll Street in Madison. The Wisconsin Historical Museum located at 30 N. Carroll Street has been demolished. The bill requires SHS to have responsibility for security at any subsequent museum located on N. Carroll Street. ELECTIONS Automatic voter registration The bill requires the Elections Commission to use all feasible means to facilitate the registration of all individuals eligible to vote in this state and to maintain the registration of all registered voters for so long as they remain eligible. Under the bill, the commission must attempt to facilitate the initial registration of all eligible individuals as soon as practicable. To facilitate that initial registration, the bill directs the commission and DOT to enter into an agreement so that DOT may transfer specified personally identifying information in DOT[s records to the commission. The bill requires the commission to maintain the confidentiality of any information it obtains under the agreement and allows a driver[s license or identification card applicant to opt out of DOT[s transfer of this information to the commission. Once the commission obtains all the information required under current law to complete an eligible individual[s registration, the commission adds the individual[s name to the statewide registration list. The bill also permits an individual whose name is added to the registration list or who wishes to permanently exclude his or her name from the list to file a request to have his or her name deleted or excluded from the list or to revoke a deletion or exclusion request previously made. In addition, the bill directs the commission to notify an individual by first class postcard whenever the commission removes his or her name from the registration list or changes his or her status on the list from eligible to ineligible. The bill also directs the commission to report to the legislature and the governor, no later than July 1, 2027, its progress in initially registering eligible LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 individuals under the bill. The report must contain an assessment of the feasibility and desirability of integration of registration information with information maintained by DHS, DCF, DWD, DOR, DSPS, and DNR; the UW System; and the TCS Board, as well as with the technical colleges in each technical college district. Under current law, an eligible individual with a current and valid driver[s license or identification card issued by DOT may register to vote electronically on a secure website maintained by the commission. To register electronically under current law, an eligible individual must also authorize DOT to forward a copy of his or her electronic signature to the commission. The authorization affirms that all information provided by the individual is correct and has the same effect as a written signature on a paper copy of the registration form. Finally, current law requires the commission and DOT to enter into an agreement that permits the commission to verify the necessary registration information instantly by accessing DOT[s electronic files. Early canvassing of absentee ballots Under current law, absentee ballots may not be canvassed until election day. The bill authorizes a municipal clerk or municipal board of election commissioners to begin the canvassing of absentee ballots on the day before an election, subject to the following requirements: 1. The municipality must use automatic tabulating equipment to process absentee ballots. 2. Prior to the early canvassing of absentee ballots, the municipal clerk or municipal board of election commissioners must notify the Elections Commission in writing and must consult with the Elections Commission concerning administration of early canvassing of absentee ballots. 3. Early canvassing of absentee ballots under the bill may be conducted only between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on the day before the election, and ballots may not be tallied until after polls close on election day. 4. Members of the public must have the same right of access to a place where absentee ballots are being canvassed early as is provided under current law for canvassing absentee ballots on election day. 5. When not in use, automatic tabulating equipment used for canvassing absentee ballots and the areas where the programmed media and the absentee ballots are housed must be secured with tamper-evident security seals in a double- lock location such as a locked cabinet inside a locked office. 6. Subject to criminal penalty, no person may act in any manner that would give him or her the ability to know or to provide information on the accumulating or final results from the ballots canvassed early under the bill before the close of the polls on election day. 7. Certain notices must be provided before each election at which the municipality intends to canvass absentee ballots on the day before the election. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Residency requirement for voting Under current law, with limited exceptions, an otherwise eligible voter must be a resident of Wisconsin and of the municipality and ward, if any, where the voter is voting for 28 days before an election in order to vote in the election in that municipality and ward. The bill shortens that residency requirement from 28 days to 10 days. Voting absentee in person Current law allows an individual to complete an absentee ballot in person no earlier than 14 days preceding the election and no later than the Sunday preceding the election. The bill eliminates the 14-day restriction on how soon a person may complete an absentee ballot in person. Voter bill of rights The bill creates a voter bill of rights that municipal clerks and boards of election commissioners must post at each polling place. The bill of rights informs voters that they have the right to do all of the following: 1. Vote if registered and eligible to vote. 2. Inspect a sample ballot before voting. 3. Cast a ballot if in line when the polling place closes or, if voting by in-person absentee ballot on the last day for which such voting is allowed, when the municipal clerk[s office closes. 4. Cast a secret ballot. 5. Get help casting a ballot if disabled. 6. Get help voting in a language other than English as provided by law. 7. Get a new ballot, up to three ballots in all, if the voter makes a mistake on the ballot. 8. Cast a provisional ballot as provided by law. 9. Have the voter[s ballot counted accurately. 10. Vote free from coercion or intimidation. 11. Report any illegal or fraudulent election activity. Office of Election Transparency and Compliance The bill creates under the Elections Commission the Office of Election Transparency and Compliance. The office is under the direction and supervision of a director who must be a policy initiatives advisor appointed in the classified service by the Elections Commission administrator. The bill requires the office, as directed by the commission by resolution, to perform research and assist the commission[s legal staff in presenting information to the members of the commission concerning sworn complaints of election law violations, including allegations that a person provided false or misleading information to an election official during the registration or voting process, and sworn complaints alleging noncompliance with election laws and processes by election officials. The bill further requires the office to provide assistance and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 research to the commission with respect to the following, as directed by the commission administrator: 1. Procedures at polling places. 2. Election processes. 3. Election systems and equipment, including with respect to accessibility requirements for individuals with disabilities. 4. Responding to public records requests. 5. Responding to legislative inquiries and requests for assistance. 6. Responding to inquiries from the public. Voter registration in high schools Prior to 2011 Wisconsin Act 240, state law required that all public high schools be used for voter registration for enrolled students and members of the high school staff. Prior law also authorized voter registration to take place at a private high school or a tribal school that operates high school grades if requested by the principal. The bill reinstates those provisions. Under the bill, the municipal clerk must notify the school board of each school district in which the municipality is located that high schools will be used for voter registration. The school board and the clerk must then appoint at least one qualified voter at each high school to be a special school registration deputy. The bill allows students and staff to register at the school on any day that classes are regularly held. The deputies promptly forward the registration forms to the clerk and the clerk adds qualified voters to the registration list. The clerk may reject a registration form, but the clerk must notify the registrant and inform the registrant of the reason for being rejected. Under the bill, a form completed by an individual who will be 18 years of age before the next election and who is otherwise qualified to vote must be filed in such a way that the individual is automatically registered to vote when the individual is 18. Finally, the bill allows a principal of a private high school or tribal school that operates high school grades to request that the municipal clerk appoint a qualified voter at the school to be a special school registration deputy. Under the bill, the clerk must appoint a special school registration deputy if the clerk determines that the private high school or tribal school has a substantial number of students residing in the municipality. Proof of identification for voting Current law allows an individual to use as voter identification an unexpired identification card issued by a technical college, college, or university in this state if the card meets certain criteria. The card must have an expiration date that is no later than two years after the date it was issued, and the individual must establish proof of enrollment. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit held that the requirement to present both an unexpired identification card and proof of enrollment had no rational basis and was therefore unconstitutional. See Luft v. Evers, 963 F.3d 665 (2020). The bill allows a student to use an expired student LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 identification card under certain circumstances. Under the bill, a student does not need to present proof of enrollment if using an unexpired identification card but must provide proof of enrollment if using an expired identification card. In addition, the bill requires each technical college in this state and each UW System institution to issue student identification cards that meet the criteria to be used as voter identification. Current law also allows an individual to use as voter identification an identification card issued by DOT. DOT may issue a receipt as a temporary identification card to use for voting and other purposes to an individual who is waiting for the permanent card. The receipt expires in 60 days. The bill extends the expiration date to 180 days. Petitions to complete a partial recount Under current law, any candidate voted for at an election who is an aggrieved party may petition for a full or partial recount of the votes cast in the jurisdiction or district of the office that the candidate seeks. Current law defines an Xaggrieved partyY as any of the following: 1. For an election at which 4,000 or fewer votes are cast for the office that the candidate seeks, a candidate who trails the leading candidate by no more than 40 votes. 2. For an election at which more than 4,000 votes are cast for the office that the candidate seeks, a candidate who trails the leading candidate by no more than 1 percent of the total votes cast for that office. If a candidate who is an aggrieved party petitions for a partial recount, current law provides that the opposing candidate may file a petition for an additional partial or a full recount of the wards or municipalities not subject to the initial partial recount no later than 5 p.m. two days after the initial partial recount is completed. Under the bill, a candidate must be an aggrieved party in order to petition for an additional partial or a full recount after an initial partial recount is completed. Therefore, if, after an initial partial recount, the opposing candidate becomes an aggrieved party—i.e., the leading candidate becomes the trailing candidate—that opposing candidate may file a petition for an additional partial or a full recount. However, the bill excludes from that authorization to petition for an additional partial or full recount the candidate who filed the petition for the initial partial recount. Special elections to fill vacancies in the office of U.S. senator and representative in congress Under current law, a vacancy in the office of U.S. senator or representative in congress occurring prior to the second Tuesday in April in the year of the general election must be filled at a special primary and special election. A vacancy occurring in one of these offices between the second Tuesday in April and the second Tuesday in May in the year of the general election is filled at the partisan primary and general election. Current law provides that a special primary be held four weeks before the day LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 of the special election. However, if the election is held on the same day as the spring election, the special primary is held concurrently with the spring primary. Under current law, with regard to an election for a national office, the period between a special primary and special election or between the spring primary or spring election does not provide sufficient time to canvass and certify the primary results and prepare ballots to send to overseas voters as required by federal law. Under the bill, a vacancy in the office of U.S. senator or representative in congress is filled in the following manner: 1. At a special election to be held on the third Tuesday in May following the first day of the vacancy with a special primary to be held concurrently with the spring primary on the third Tuesday in February. 2. At a special election to be held on the second Tuesday in August following the first day of the vacancy with a special primary to be held on the third Tuesday in May. 3. At a special election to be held on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November following the first day of the vacancy with a special primary to be held on the second Tuesday in August. However, under the bill, a November special election is not held in any year in which the general election is held for that office; instead, the vacancy is filled at the partisan primary and general election. Election administration grants The bill requires the Elections Commission to award grants to cities, villages, and towns for election administration expenses. The bill additionally requires the commission to award up to $400,000 in grants to cities, villages, towns, and counties in the 2025]26 fiscal year for the purchase of election supplies and equipment, including electronic poll books. Reimbursement of counties and municipalities for certain election costs The bill requires the Elections Commission to reimburse counties and municipalities for certain costs incurred in the administration of special primaries and special elections for state or national office. A cost is eligible for reimbursement only if certain conditions are met, including that the commission determines the cost is reasonable and the rate paid by the county or municipality for the cost does not exceed the rate customarily paid for similar costs at a primary or election that is not a special primary or election. Under the bill, only the following costs may be reimbursed: 1. Rental payments for polling places. 2. Election day wages paid to election officials working at the polls. 3. Costs for the publication of required election notices. 4. Printing and postage costs for absentee ballots and envelopes. 5. Costs for the design and printing of ballots and poll books. 6. Purchase of ballot bags or containers, including ties or seals for chain of custody purposes. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 7. Costs to program electronic voting machines. 8. Purchase of memory devices for electronic voting machines. 9. Wages paid to conduct a county canvass. 10. Data entry costs for the statewide voter registration system. Posting sample ballots in non-English languages Under the bill, if any jurisdiction in the state provides voting materials in one or more languages other than English, the Elections Commission must post on its website the sample ballots for that jurisdiction in each such language. Appropriation for clerk training Current law appropriates money annually from the general fund to the Elections Commission for training county and municipal clerks concerning voter identification requirements. The bill expands this appropriation to authorize expenditures for training county and municipal clerks for the administration of elections generally. Recount fees Current law requires the Elections Commission to reimburse the counties for the actual costs of conducting a recount. The reimbursement comes from the fees that the commission collects from the person that filed the recount petition. The bill changes the appropriation for reimbursing the counties from an annual appropriation to a continuing appropriation. EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT REGULATION Collective bargaining for state and local employees; employee rights Under current law, state and local governments are prohibited from collectively bargaining with employees except as expressly provided in the statutes. Current law allows certain protective occupation participants under the Wisconsin Retirement System, known as public safety employees, and certain municipal transit employees to collectively bargain over wages, hours, and conditions of employment. Under current law, other state and municipal employees may collectively bargain only over a percentage increase in base wages that does not exceed the percentage increase in the consumer price index. In addition, under current law, the Employment Relations Commission (ERC) assigns employees to collective bargaining units, but current law requires that public safety employees and municipal transit employees be placed in separate collective bargaining units that do not contain other state or municipal employees. The bill adds frontline workers to the groups that may collectively bargain over wages, hours, and conditions of employment. In the bill, Xfrontline workersY are state or municipal employees with regular job duties that include interacting with members of the public or with large populations of people or that directly involve the maintenance of public works. Under the bill, the ERC determines which state and municipal employees meet the criteria. Also, the bill allows the ERC to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 place in the same collective bargaining unit both frontline workers and employees who are not frontline workers. If the ERC places employees of both types in a collective bargaining unit, the entire collective bargaining unit is treated as if all members are frontline workers and all members may collectively bargain over wages, hours, and conditions of employment. Under current law, state or municipal employees in a collective bargaining unit elect their representative. The representative for a unit containing public safety employees or transit employees requires the support of the majority of the employees who are voting in the election, and the representative for a unit containing other employees requires the support of the majority of all of the employees who are in the collective bargaining unit. Under the bill, the representative for any collective bargaining unit containing any state or municipal employees requires the support of the majority of the employees who are voting in the election regardless of the number of employees who are in the collective bargaining unit. Under current law, the ERC must conduct an annual election to certify each representative of a collective bargaining unit representing state or municipal employees who are not public safety employees or transit employees. At the election, if a representative fails to receive at least 51 percent of the votes of all of the members of the collective bargaining unit, the representative is decertified and the employees are unrepresented. The bill eliminates this annual recertification process. The bill requires state and municipal employers to consult about wages, hours, and conditions of employment with their employees who are not public safety employees, transit employees, or frontline workers. The employers must consult either when policy changes that affect wages, hours, or conditions are proposed or implemented or, in the absence of policy changes, at least quarterly. The bill adds that employees of authorities, such as the UW Hospitals and Clinics Authority, WHEDA, and WEDC, may collectively bargain as state employees, and adds faculty and academic staff employed by the UW System, including those assigned to UW-Madison, to the state employees who may collectively bargain. Eliminating the right-to-work law The current right-to-work law prohibits a person from requiring, as a condition of obtaining or continuing employment, an individual to refrain or resign from membership in a labor organization, to become or remain a member of a labor organization, to pay dues or other charges to a labor organization, or to pay any other person an amount that is in place of dues or charges required of members of a labor organization. The bill eliminates these prohibitions and the associated misdemeanor offense for violating the right-to-work law. The bill explicitly provides that, when an all-union agreement is in effect, it is not an unfair labor practice to encourage or discourage membership in a labor organization or to deduct labor organization dues or assessments from an LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 employee[s earnings. The bill sets conditions under which an employer may enter into an all-union agreement. The bill also sets conditions for the continuation or termination of all-union agreements, including that, if the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission (WERC) determines there is reasonable ground to believe employees in an all-union agreement have changed their attitude about the agreement, WERC must conduct a referendum to determine whether the employees wish to continue the agreement. WERC must terminate an all-union agreement if it finds the union unreasonably refused to admit an employee into the union. Prevailing wage The bill requires that laborers, workers, mechanics, and truck drivers employed on the site of certain projects of public works be paid the prevailing wage and not be required or allowed to work a greater number of hours per day and per week than the prevailing hours of labor unless they are paid overtime for all hours worked in excess of the prevailing hours of labor. Projects subject to the bill include state and local projects of public works, including state highway projects, with exceptions including projects below certain cost thresholds, minor service or maintenance work, and certain residential projects. Under the bill, Xprevailing wage rateY is defined as the hourly basic rate of pay, plus the hourly contribution for bona fide economic benefits, paid for a majority of the hours worked in a trade or occupation in the area in which the project is located, except that, if there is no rate at which a majority of those hours is paid, Xprevailing wage rateY means the average hourly basic rate of pay, plus the average hourly contribution for bona fide economic benefits, paid for the highest-paid 51 percent of hours worked in a trade or occupation in the area. XPrevailing hours of laborY is defined as 10 hours per day and 40 hours per week, excluding weekends and holidays. The bill requires DWD to conduct investigations and hold public hearings as necessary to define the trades or occupations that are commonly employed on projects that are subject to the prevailing wage law and to inform itself of the prevailing wage rates in all areas of the state for those trades or occupations, in order to determine the prevailing wage rate for each trade or occupation. The bill contains certain other provisions regarding the calculation of prevailing wage rates by DWD, including provisions allowing persons to request recalculations or reviews of the prevailing wage rates determined by DWD. The bill requires contracts and notices for bids for projects subject to the bill to include and incorporate provisions ensuring compliance with the requirements. The bill also establishes a requirement that state agencies and local governments post prevailing wage rates and hours of labor in areas readily accessible to persons employed on the project or in sites regularly used for posting notices. The bill makes a contractor that fails to pay the prevailing wage rate or overtime pay to an employee as required under the prevailing wage law liable to the affected employee for not only the amount of unpaid wages and overtime pay, but also for liquidated damages in an amount equal to 100 percent of the unpaid wages and overtime pay. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Finally, the bill includes, for both state and local projects of public works, provisions regarding coverage, compliance, enforcement, and penalties, including 1) requirements for affidavits to be filed by contractors affirming compliance with the prevailing wage law; 2) record retention requirements for contractors regarding wages paid to workers and provisions allowing for the inspection of those records by DWD; 3) liability and penalty provisions for certain violations, including criminal penalties; and 4) provisions prohibiting contracts from being awarded to persons who have failed to comply with the prevailing wage law. Family and medical leave expansion Under the current family and medical leave law, an employer that employs at least 50 individuals on a permanent basis must allow an employee who has been employed by the employer for more than 52 consecutive weeks and who has worked for the employer for at least 1,000 hours during the preceding 52 weeks to take family leave to care for the employee[s child, spouse, domestic partner, or parent who has a serious health condition. Employers covered under the law must also allow an employee covered under the law to take up to two weeks of medical leave in a 12-month period when that employee has a serious health condition. An employee may file a complaint with DWD regarding an alleged violation of the family and medical leave law within 30 days after either the violation occurs or the employee should reasonably have known that the violation occurred, whichever is later. The bill makes the following changes to the family and medical leave law: 1. Requires employers covered under the law to allow employees covered under the law to take family leave to provide for a grandparent, grandchild, or sibling who has a serious health condition. 2. Decreases the number of hours an employee is required to work before qualifying for family and medical leave to 680 hours during the preceding 52 weeks. 3. Extends the time period in which an employee may file a complaint with DWD to 300 days after either the violation occurs or the employee should reasonably have known that the violation occurred, whichever is later. 4. Removes the age restriction from the definition of XchildY for various purposes under the family and medical leave law. 5. Requires employers to allow employees to take family leave in the instance of an unforeseen or unexpected gap in childcare for an employee[s child, grandchild, or sibling or because of a qualifying exigency as to be determined by DWD related to covered active duty, as defined in the bill, or notification of an impending call or order to covered active duty of an employee[s child, spouse, domestic partner, parent, grandparent, grandchild, or sibling who is a member of the U.S. armed forces. 6. Requires employers to allow employees to take family leave to address issues related to the employee or the employee[s child, spouse, domestic partner, parent, grandparent, grandchild, or sibling being the victim of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, or stalking. 7. Requires employers to allow employees to take family leave to care for a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 child, spouse, domestic partner, parent, grandparent, grandchild, or sibling of an employee who is in medical isolation and requires employers to allow employees to take medical leave when an employee is in medical isolation. The bill defines Xmedical isolationY to include when a local health officer or DHS advises that an individual isolate or quarantine; when a health care professional, a local health officer, or DHS advises that an individual seclude herself or himself when awaiting the results of a diagnostic test for a communicable disease or when the individual is infected with a communicable disease; and when an individual[s employer advises that the individual not come to the workplace due to a concern that the individual may have been exposed to or infected with a communicable disease. Paid family and medical leave benefits The bill requires employers that are covered by the current family and medical leave law to provide paid benefits to their employees for up to eight weeks of family and medical leave annually, beginning on January 1, 2027. The bill exempts most state employers from required coverage. Under the bill, an employer may buy private insurance to pay benefits to employees. Employers are prohibited from deducting any cost of the insurance from an employee[s paycheck or otherwise seeking reimbursement for the cost of providing the leave benefits. Under the bill, the amount of leave benefits for a week for which benefits are payable is as follows: 1) for the amount of the employee's average weekly earnings that are not more than 50 percent of the state annual median wage in the calendar year before the employee[s application year, 90 percent of that individual's average weekly earnings; or 2) for the amount of the employee[s average weekly earnings that are more than 50 percent of the state annual median wage in the calendar year before the employee[s application year, 50 percent of that employee[s average weekly earnings. The bill also provides an employee with the right to appeal a final decision of an employer or an insurer to deny a leave benefit. Minimum wage The bill requires the secretary of workforce development to establish a committee to study options to achieve a minimum wage that ensures all workers in this state earn a living wage. Under the bill, the committee consists of nine members, with five appointed by the governor, and one each appointed by the speaker of the assembly, the assembly minority leader, the senate majority leader, and the senate minority leader. The committee must submit a report containing its recommendations for options to achieve a minimum wage and other means to ensure that all workers in this state earn a living wage to the governor and the appropriate standing committees of the legislature no later than October 1, 2026. Employee right to request and receive work schedule changes The bill requires an employer to negotiate in good faith with an employee to accommodate changes the employee requests to his or her work schedule. Further, the bill requires that unless an employer has a bona fide business reason for LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 denying the request, the employer must approve an employee[s request if it is directly related to any of the following: 1. A serious health condition of the employee. 2. Responsibilities of the employee as a caregiver for a family member. 3. Enrollment of the employee in certain educational or training programs. 4. A part-time employee[s work scheduling conflicts with the employee[s other employment. If an employer denies an employee[s request for a schedule change, the employer must inform the employee of the reasons for denial, including whether any of the reasons is a bona fide business reason as defined in the bill. Service employee right to predictable work schedule The bill requires an employer that employs an employee in certain service industry occupations, including retail, food service, and cleaning occupations, to provide the service employee with a written copy of the employee[s work schedule on or before the service employee[s first day of work. With certain exceptions, if an employer changes the service employee[s work schedule, the employer must provide the new work schedule to the employee at least 14 days in advance. The bill also requires that, if an employer changes a service employee[s work schedule with fewer than 14 days[ notice, the employer must pay the service employee an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for one hour of work. Exceptions to this requirement include when the employee consents to the change or when the employer requires the service employee to work additional time because another employee was scheduled to work that time and is unexpectedly unavailable to work. The bill also requires the following for employers that use certain scheduling practices: 1. If the service employee reports to work and the employer does not allow the employee to work all time scheduled, the employer must provide the employee with a) full compensation as if the employee had worked the full shift or b) if the employee is scheduled to work more than four hours and works less than four hours, an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for the difference between four hours and the amount of time the employee actually works. 2. If the employer requires the service employee to contact the employer, or wait to be contacted by the employer less than 24 hours before a work shift to determine whether the employee must report to work, the employer must pay the employee an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for one hour of work. 3. If the employer requires the service employee to work a split shift, the employer must pay the employee an amount equal to the employee[s regular rate of pay for one hour of work. If a service employee experiences more than one type of these scheduling practices with respect to a particular work shift, the employer must pay only one type of compensation, whichever is greatest. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill also provides that, during any period in which the employer[s regular operations are suspended due to an event outside of the employer[s control, the employer is not required to comply with the service employee work scheduling requirements created in the bill. Enforcement of rights regarding work schedules The bill provides that an employer may not interfere with, restrain, or deny the exercise of the right of an employee to request and receive work schedule changes and the right of certain service employees to a predictable work schedule, and may not discharge or discriminate against such an employee for enforcing the employee[s rights under the bill. An employee whose rights are violated may file a complaint with DWD, and DWD must process the complaint in the same manner that employment discrimination complaints are processed under current law. That processing may include the ordering of back pay, reinstatement, compensation in lieu of reinstatement, and costs and attorney fees. The bill also provides that DWD or an employee whose rights are violated may bring an action in circuit court against the employer without regard to exhaustion of any administrative remedy. If the circuit court finds that a violation has occurred, the employer may be liable to the employee for compensatory damages, reasonable attorney fees and costs, and, under certain circumstances, liquidated damages equal to 100 percent of the amount of compensatory damages awarded to the employee. In addition to any damages imposed on an employer in an administrative proceeding or circuit court action, an employer that willfully violates the protections created in the bill may be required to forfeit not more than $1,000 for each violation. Liquidated damages in wage claim actions Under current law, if an employee files a claim in circuit court for unpaid wages, the court may award liquidated damages to the employee in addition to past due wages. Under current law, the liquidated damages are as follows: 1) if an employee files the suit before DWD has finished its investigation and attempted to settle the claim, a court may award not more than 50 percent of the wages due and unpaid and 2) if an employee files the suit after DWD has completed its investigation of a wage claim, a court may award not more than 100 percent of the wages due and unpaid. Under the bill, irrespective of whether DWD has completed its investigation of a wage claim, an employee is presumed to be entitled to 100 percent of the wages due and unpaid in liquidated damages in addition to the unpaid wages due. An employer may rebut this presumption by demonstrating that they acted in good faith and had a reasonable belief that they were in compliance with the law. Compensation in job posting Under the bill, an employer must include the compensation for the position in any job posting made by the employer. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Local employment regulations The bill eliminates the preemptions of local governments from enacting or enforcing ordinances related to the following: 1. Regulations related to wage claims and collections. 2. Regulation of employee hours and overtime, including scheduling of employee work hours or shifts. 3. The employment benefits an employer may be required to provide to its employees. 4. An employer[s right to solicit information regarding the salary history of prospective employees. 5. Regulations related to minimum wage. 6. Occupational licensing requirements that are more stringent than a state requirement. See Local Government. Certain state and local employment regulations The bill eliminates the following: 1. The prohibition of the state and local governments from requiring any person to waive the person[s rights under state or federal labor laws as a condition of any approval by the state or local government. 2. A provision under which neither the state nor a local government may enact a statute or ordinance, adopt a policy or regulation, or impose a contract, zoning, permitting, or licensing requirement, or any other condition, that would require any person to accept any provision that is a subject of collective bargaining under state labor laws or the federal National Labor Relations Act. Worker classification notice and posting Current law requires DWD to perform certain duties related to worker classification, including for purposes of promoting and achieving compliance by employers with state employment laws. The bill requires DWD to design and make available to employers a notice regarding worker classification laws, requirements for employers and employees, and penalties for noncompliance. Under the bill, all employers in this state must post the notice in a conspicuous place where notices to employees are customarily posted. Finally, the bill provides a penalty of not more than $100 for an employer who does not post the notice as required. WORKER[S COMPENSATION Expansion of PTSD coverage for first responders The bill makes changes to the conditions of liability for worker[s compensation benefits for emergency medical responders, emergency medical services practitioners, volunteer firefighters, correctional officers, emergency dispatchers, coroners and coroner staff members, and medical examiners and medical examiner staff members (collectively, Xfirst respondersY), who are diagnosed with post- traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Under current law, if a law enforcement officer or full-time firefighter is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 diagnosed with PTSD by a licensed psychiatrist or psychologist and the mental injury that resulted in that diagnosis is not accompanied by a physical injury, that law enforcement officer or firefighter can bring a claim for worker[s compensation benefits if the conditions of liability are proven by the preponderance of the evidence and the mental injury is not the result of a good faith employment action by the person[s employer. Also under current law, liability for such treatment for a mental injury is limited to no more than 32 weeks after the injury is first reported. Under current law, an injured first responder who does not have an accompanying physical injury must, in order to receive worker[s compensation benefits for PTSD, demonstrate a diagnosis based on unusual stress of greater dimensions than the day-to-day emotional strain and tension experienced by all employees as required under School District No. 1 v. DILHR, 62 Wis. 2d 370, 215 N.W.2d 373 (1974). Under the bill, such an injured first responder is not required to demonstrate a diagnosis based on that standard, and instead must demonstrate a diagnosis based on the same standard as law enforcement officers and firefighters. Also, under the bill, a first responder is restricted to compensation for a mental injury that is not accompanied by a physical injury and that results in a diagnosis of PTSD three times in his or her lifetime irrespective of a change of employer or employment, in the same manner as law enforcement officers and firefighters. Worker[s compensation; penalties for uninsured employers Under current law, an employer who requires an employee to pay for any part of worker[s compensation insurance or who fails to provide mandatory worker[s compensation insurance coverage is subject to a forfeiture. If the employer violates those requirements, for the first 10 days, the penalty under current law is not less than $100 and not more than $1,000 for such a violation. If the employer violates those requirements for more than 10 days, the penalty under current law is not less than $10 and not more than $100 for each day of such a violation. Under the bill, the forfeitures for an employer who requires an employee to pay for worker[s compensation coverage or fails to provide the coverage (violation) are as follows: 1. For a first violation, $1,000 per violation or the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. 2. For a second violation, $2,000 per violation or two times the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. 3. For a third violation, $3,000 per violation or three times the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. 4. For a fourth or subsequent violation, $4,000 per violation or four times the amount of the insurance premium that would have been payable, whichever is greater. Under current law, if an employer who is required to provide worker[s compensation insurance coverage provides false information about the coverage to his or her employees or contractors who request information about the coverage, or fails to notify a person who contracts with the employer that the coverage has been LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 canceled in relation to the contract, the employer is subject to a forfeiture of not less than $100 and not more than $1,000 for each such violation. Under the bill, the penalty for a first or second such violation remains as specified under current law, the penalty for a third violation is $3,000, and the penalty for a fourth or subsequent violation is $4,000. Currently, an uninsured employer must pay to DWD an amount that is equal to the greater of the following: 1) twice the amount that the uninsured employer would have paid for worker[s compensation coverage during periods in which the employer was uninsured in the preceding three years or 2) $750 or, if certain conditions apply, $100 per day. The bill provides that the amounts an uninsured employer must pay to DWD for a determination of a failure to carry worker[s compensation insurance are as follows: 1. For a first or second determination, the amounts specified in current law. 2. For a third determination, the greater of the following: a) three times the amount that the uninsured employer would have paid for worker[s compensation coverage during periods in which the employer was uninsured in the preceding three years or b) $3,000. 3. For a fourth or subsequent determination, the greater of the following: a) four times the amount that the uninsured employer would have paid for worker[s compensation coverage during periods in which the employer was uninsured in the preceding three years or b) $4,000. False or fraudulent worker[s compensation insurance applications Current law specifies criminal penalties for various types of insurance fraud, which are punishable as either a Class A misdemeanor or a Class I felony, depending on the value of the claim or benefit. The bill adds to the list of criminally punishable insurance fraud the following: 1) the presentation of false or fraudulent applications for worker[s compensation insurance coverage and 2) the presentation of applications for worker[s compensation insurance coverage that falsely or fraudulently misclassify employees in order to lower premiums. Also under current law, if an insurer or self-insured employer has evidence that a worker[s compensation claim is false or fraudulent, the insurer or self- insured employer must generally report the claim to DWD. If, on the basis of the investigation, DWD has a reasonable basis to believe that criminal insurance fraud has occurred, DWD must refer the matter to the district attorney for prosecution. DWD may request assistance from DOJ to investigate false or fraudulent activity related to a worker[s compensation claim. If, on the basis of that investigation, DWD has a reasonable basis to believe that theft, forgery, fraud, or any other criminal violation has occurred, DWD must refer the matter to the district attorney or DOJ for prosecution. The bill extends these requirements to insurers that have evidence that an application for worker[s compensation insurance coverage is fraudulent or that an employer has committed fraud by misclassifying employees to lower the employer[s worker[s compensation insurance premiums. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Worker[s compensation; substantial fault Currently, under the worker[s compensation law, an employer is not liable for temporary disability benefits during an employee[s healing period if the employee is suspended or terminated from employment due to misconduct by the employee connected with the employee[s work. Current law defines XmisconductY by reference to the unemployment insurance (UI) law. The bill changes the definition of XmisconductY under the UI law, which change also applies for purposes of the worker[s compensation law as described above. Reimbursements for supplemental worker[s compensation benefits Under current law, worker[s compensation insurers must pay supplemental benefits to certain employees who were permanently disabled by an injury that is compensable under worker[s compensation. DWD is authorized to collect up to $5,000,000 from insurers that provide worker[s compensation insurance to provide those supplemental benefits. This money must be used exclusively to provide reimbursements to insurers that pay those supplemental benefits and that request reimbursements. The bill creates a new, separate appropriation in the worker[s compensation operations fund, to be used exclusively to provide these reimbursements. The bill does not increase revenue to DWD or collections from insurers. UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE Unemployment insurance; worker misclassification penalties Current law requires DWD to assess an administrative penalty against an employer engaged in construction projects or in the painting or drywall finishing of buildings or other structures who knowingly and intentionally provides false information to DWD for the purpose of misclassifying or attempting to misclassify an individual who is an employee of the employer as a nonemployee under the UI law. The penalty under current law is $500 for each employee who is misclassified, not to exceed $7,500 per incident. In addition, current law provides for criminal fines of up to $25,000 for employers who, after having previously been assessed such an administrative penalty, commit another violation. Current law additionally requires DWD to assess an administrative penalty against such an employer who, through coercion, requires an employee to adopt the status of a nonemployee; the penalty amount is $1,000 for each employee so coerced, but not to exceed $10,000 per calendar year. Penalties are deposited into the unemployment program integrity fund. The bill does the following: 1) removes the $7,500 and $10,000 limitations on the administrative penalties and provides that the penalties double for each act occurring after the date of the first determination of a violation; 2) removes the limitations on the types of employers to whom the prohibitions apply, making them applicable to any type of employer; and 3) specifies that DWD may make referrals for criminal prosecution for alleged criminal misclassification violations regardless LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 of whether an employer has been subject to any other penalty or assessment under the UI law. Increasing maximum weekly benefits Under current law, a person who qualifies for UI receives a weekly benefit rate equal to a percentage of that person[s past earnings, but the weekly benefit rate is capped at $370. The bill changes the maximum weekly benefit rate in the following ways: 1. For benefits paid for weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 4, 2026, but before January 3, 2027, the maximum weekly benefit rate is capped at $497. 2. For benefits paid for weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 3, 2027, the maximum weekly benefit rate is increased based upon the change in the consumer price index and is then increased on the same basis annually thereafter. Increasing benefit wage cap Under current law, a person who qualifies for UI is ineligible to receive any UI benefits for a week if the person receives or will receive wages or certain other earnings totalling more than $500 (wage cap). The bill changes the wage cap in the following ways: 1. For weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 4, 2026, but before January 3, 2027, the wage cap is increased to $672. 2. For weeks of unemployment beginning on or after January 3, 2027, the wage cap is increased based upon the change in the consumer price index and is then increased on the same basis annually thereafter. Substantial fault Under current law, a claimant for UI benefits whose work is terminated by his or her employer for substantial fault by the claimant connected with the claimant[s work is ineligible to receive UI benefits until the claimant satisfies certain requalification criteria. With certain exceptions, current law defines Xsubstantial faultY to include those acts or omissions of a claimant over which the claimant exercised reasonable control and that violate reasonable requirements of the claimant[s employer. The bill eliminates this provision on substantial fault. Misconduct Under current law, a claimant for UI benefits whose work is terminated by his or her employer for misconduct by the claimant connected with the claimant[s work is ineligible to receive UI benefits until the claimant satisfies certain requalification criteria, and the claimant[s wages paid by the employer that terminates the claimant for misconduct are excluded for purposes of calculating benefit entitlement. Current law defines XmisconductY using a general, common law standard derived from Boynton Cab Co. v. Neubeck, 237 Wis. 249 (1941), and enumerates several specific types of conduct that also constitute misconduct. Under one of these specific provisions, misconduct includes 1) absenteeism on more LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 than two occasions within the 120-day period before the date of the claimant[s termination, unless otherwise specified by his or her employer in an employment manual of which the claimant has acknowledged receipt with his or her signature, or 2) excessive tardiness by a claimant in violation of a policy of the employer that has been communicated to the claimant. In Department of Workforce Development v. Labor and Industry Review Commission (Beres), 2018 WI 77, the supreme court held that an employer could, under the language described above, institute an attendance policy more restrictive than two occasions within the 120-day period. Current law also provides that absenteeism or tardiness count as misconduct only if the claimant did not provide to his or her employer both notice and one or more valid reasons for the absenteeism or tardiness. In Bevco Precision Manufacturing v. Labor and Industry Review Commission, 2024 WI App. 54, the court of appeals held that under Beres, this qualifying language did not apply if an employer had adopted its own standard on absenteeism and tardiness, as described above. The bill does all of the following: 1. Eliminates the language referencing Xexcessive tardiness.Y 2. Reverses the holding in Bevco by providing that a claimant[s notice and reason for an occasion of absenteeism or tardiness are to be analyzed under the common law misconduct standard. Under the bill, therefore, an employer may not establish its own policy for determining the reasonableness of absenteeism or tardiness. The bill does not, however, affect the general ability of an employer to institute a standard for absenteeism and tardiness more restrictive than two occasions within the 120-day period before termination. 3. Clarifies, in another provision defining misconduct, that Xtribal governmentY has the meaning given under state and federal law for what is considered an Indian tribe. Drug testing Current state law requires DWD to establish a program to test certain claimants who apply for UI benefits for the presence of controlled substances in a manner that is consistent with federal law. A claimant who tests positive for a controlled substance for which the claimant does not have a prescription is ineligible for UI benefits until certain requalification criteria are satisfied or unless he or she enrolls in a substance abuse treatment program and undergoes a job skills assessment, and a claimant who declines to submit to a test is simply ineligible for benefits until he or she requalifies. The bill eliminates the requirement to establish the drug testing program. Also under current law, an employer may voluntarily submit to DWD the results of a preemployment test for the presence of controlled substances that was conducted on an individual as a condition of an offer of employment or notify DWD that an individual declined to submit to such a test. If DWD then verifies that submission, the employee may be ineligible for UI benefits until he or she requalifies. However, a claimant who tested positive may maintain eligibility by LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 enrolling in a substance abuse treatment program and undergoing a job skills assessment. The bill eliminates these preemployment drug testing provisions. Acceptance of suitable work Under current law, if a claimant for UI benefits fails, without good cause, to accept suitable work when offered, the claimant is ineligible to receive benefits until he or she earns wages after the week in which the failure occurs equal to at least six times the claimant[s weekly UI benefit rate in covered employment. Current law specifies what is considered Xsuitable workY for purposes of these provisions, with different standards applying depending on whether six weeks have elapsed since the claimant became unemployed. Once six weeks have elapsed since the claimant became unemployed, the claimant is required to accept work that pays lower and involves a lower grade of skill. The bill modifies these provisions described above so that the claimant is not required to accept less favorable work until 10 weeks have elapsed since the claimant became unemployed. Quits due to nonsuitable work Under current law, unless an exception applies, if a claimant for UI benefits quits his or her job, the claimant is generally ineligible to receive UI benefits until he or she qualifies through subsequent employment. Under one such exception, if a claimant quits his or her job and 1) the claimant accepted work that was not suitable work under the UI law or work that the claimant could have refused, and 2) the claimant terminated the work within 30 calendar days after starting the work, the claimant remains eligible to collect UI benefits. Under the bill, this exemption applies if the claimant terminated that work within 10 weeks after starting the work. Waiting period Currently, a claimant must wait one week after becoming eligible to receive UI benefits before the claimant may receive benefits for a week of unemployment, except for periods during which the waiting period is suspended. The waiting period does not affect the maximum number of weeks of a claimant[s benefit eligibility. The bill deletes the one-week waiting period, thus permitting a claimant to receive UI benefits beginning with his or her first week of eligibility. Work search and registration Under current law, a claimant for UI benefits is generally required to register for work and to conduct a work search for each week in order to remain eligible. Current law requires DWD to waive these requirements under certain circumstances, for example, if a claimant who is laid off from work reasonably expects to be recalled to work within 12 weeks, will start a new job within four weeks, routinely obtains work through a labor union referral, or is participating in a training or work share program. Under current law, DWD may modify the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 statutory waivers or establish additional waivers by rule only if doing so is required or specifically allowed by federal law. The bill removes the waiver requirements from statute and instead allows DWD to establish waivers for the registration for work and work search requirements by rule. DWD may establish a waiver by emergency rule if the secretary of workforce development determines that the waiver is needed only on a temporary basis or that permanent rules are not warranted, and the bill allows the secretary to extend the emergency rule for up to 60 days at a time. Also, the bill specifies that the work search requirement does not apply to a claimant who has been laid off but DWD determines that the claimant has a reasonable expectation to be recalled to work. Social security disability insurance payments Under current law, in any week in any month that a claimant is issued a benefit under the federal Social Security Disability Insurance program (SSDI payment), that claimant is ineligible for UI benefits. The bill eliminates that prohibition and instead requires DWD to reduce a claimant[s UI benefit payments by the amount of SSDI payments. The bill requires DWD to allocate a monthly SSDI payment by allocating to each week the fraction of the payment attributable to that week. Quits due to relocations Under current law, unless an exception applies, if an individual quits his or her job, the individual is generally ineligible to receive UI benefits until he or she qualifies through subsequent employment. Under one such exception, if the employee[s spouse is a member of the U.S. armed forces on active duty and is relocated, and the employee quits his or her job in order to relocate with his or her spouse, the employee remains eligible to collect UI benefits. The bill expands this exception so that it applies to an employee who quits employment in order to relocate with a spouse who is required by any employer, not just the U.S. armed forces, to relocate. Electronic communications Currently, with certain exceptions, each employer that has employees who are engaged in employment covered by the UI law must file quarterly contribution (tax) and employment and wage reports and make quarterly contribution payments to DWD. An employer of 25 or more employees or an employer agent that files reports on behalf of any employer must file its reports electronically. Current law also requires each employer that makes contributions for any 12-month period ending on June 30 equal to a total of at least $10,000 to make all contribution payments electronically in the following year. Finally, current law allows DWD to provide a secure means of electronic interchange between itself and employing units, claimants, and other persons that, upon request to and with prior approval by DWD, may be used for transmission or receipt of any document specified by DWD LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 that is related to the administration of the UI law in lieu of any other means of submission or receipt. The bill makes use of these electronic methods mandatory in all cases unless the employer or other person demonstrates good cause for being unable to use the electronic method. The bill specifies what constitutes good cause for purposes of these provisions. The bill also makes various corresponding changes to penalty provisions that apply in the case of nonuse of these required electronic methods. The bill further provides that DWD may permit the use of electronic records and electronic signatures for any document specified by DWD that is related to the administration of the UI law. JOBS AND JOB TRAINING Wisconsin Fast Forward grants Under current law, DWD awards grants under what is commonly known as the Wisconsin Fast Forward program, for various workforce training purposes. The bill adds grants for education and training in the use of artificial intelligence to the allowed uses of funds under the program and requires DWD to collaborate with DHS and DPI in administering the program. The bill also requires DWD to allocate moneys under the Wisconsin Fast Forward program as follows: 1. A total of $2,000,000 in GPR funding in fiscal year 2025]26 for green jobs training. 2. A total of $200,000 in GPR funding in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium for grants to help school districts to prepare students for a future that includes artificial intelligence. 3. A total of $1,000,000 in GPR funding in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium to provide grants to support costs of sponsoring teacher apprentices. 4. A total of $500,000 in GPR funding in each year of the 2025]27 fiscal biennium to support training in the health care industry. Youth to registered apprentice grant program The bill requires DWD to develop and administer a grant program to award grants to local youth apprenticeship consortia to encourage individuals who are enrolled in youth apprenticeship programs to continue their careers in registered apprenticeship programs. The bill limits grants to no more than $350,000 in any fiscal year. On-the-job learning grant program The bill requires DWD to develop and administer a grant program to award grants to employers for costs related to apprenticeship programs, specifically wages for apprentices and costs for mentoring and instruction. Eligible employers are healthcare employers under a pilot program and small or new employers that have never had an apprenticeship program or have not had an apprenticeship program in the particular trade, craft, or business for which the employer seeks the grant in the five years before applying for the grant. Workforce innovation grant program The bill requires DWD to establish and operate a program to provide grants to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 regional organizations to design and implement programs to address their region[s workforce challenges. The bill also provides that in the 2025]26 fiscal year, DWD must allocate $15,000,000 for grants for workforce development in the area of artificial intelligence and $25,000,000 for grants for health care workforce development. Teacher apprenticeships DWD is currently operating a teacher apprenticeship pilot program, under which an individual serving as a teacher apprentice earns an associate degree and a bachelor[s degree that satisfy requirements for a license to teach issued by DPI while the individual earns money as a teacher apprentice. The bill requires DWD to, in consultation with DPI, prescribe the conditions under which an individual may serve as a teacher apprentice and to prescribe what an individual must do to demonstrate that the individual has successfully completed a teacher apprenticeship. See Education. Wisconsin worker advancement program The bill requires DWD to establish and maintain the Wisconsin worker advancement program to make grants to local organizations for the organizations to provide employment and workforce services. DISCRIMINATION Civil actions regarding employment discrimination, unfair honesty, and unfair genetic testing Under current fair employment law, an individual who alleges that an employer has violated employment discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing laws may file a complaint with DWD seeking action that will effectuate the purpose of the fair employment law, including reinstating the individual, providing back pay, and paying costs and attorney fees. The bill allows DWD or an individual who is alleged or was found to have been discriminated against or subjected to unfair honesty or genetic testing to bring an action in circuit court to recover compensatory and punitive damages caused by the act of discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing, in addition to or in lieu of filing an administrative complaint. The action in circuit court must be commenced within 300 days after the alleged discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing occurred. The bill does not allow such an action for damages to be brought against a local governmental unit or against an employer that employs fewer than 15 individuals. Under the bill, if the circuit court finds that a defendant has committed employment discrimination, unfair honesty testing, or unfair genetic testing, the circuit court may award back pay and any other relief that could have been awarded in an administrative proceeding. In addition, the circuit court must order the defendant to pay to the individual found to have been discriminated against or found to have received unfair genetic testing or unfair honesty testing compensatory and punitive damages in the amount that the circuit court finds LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 appropriate, except that the total amount of damage awarded for future economic losses and for pain and suffering, emotional distress, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, and other noneconomic losses and punitive damages is subject to the following limitations: 1. If the defendant employs 100 or fewer employees, no more than $50,000. 2. If the defendant employs more than 100 but fewer than 201 employees, no more than $100,000. 3. If the defendant employs more than 200 but fewer than 501 employees, no more than $200,000. 4. If the defendant employs more than 500 employees, no more than $300,000. The bill requires DWD to annually revise these amounts on the basis of the change in the consumer price index in the previous year, if any positive change has occurred. Employment discrimination based on conviction record The bill provides that it is employment discrimination for a prospective employer to request conviction information from a job applicant before the applicant has been selected for an interview. The bill, however, does not prohibit an employer from notifying job applicants that an individual with a particular conviction record may be disqualified by law or the employer[s policies from employment in particular positions. Employment discrimination based on gender expression and gender identity Current law prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of a person[s sex or sexual orientation. The bill prohibits employers from discriminating against an employee on the basis of the employee[s gender identity or gender expression. Gender expression is defined in the bill as an individual[s actual or perceived gender-related appearance, behavior, or expression, regardless of whether these traits are stereotypically associated with the individual[s assigned sex at birth. Gender identity is defined in the bill an individual[s internal understanding of the individual[s gender, or the individual[s perceived gender identity. ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE Worker[s compensation; appropriations Under current law, the costs of DWD[s administration of the worker[s compensation program is generally funded by a general worker[s compensation operations appropriation under the worker[s compensation operations fund. However, the worker[s compensation uninsured employers program and certain other worker[s compensation activities are instead funded by a separate appropriation from the worker[s compensation operations fund. The bill does the following: 1. Eliminates the separate appropriation and instead funds the worker[s compensation uninsured employers program and those other activities from the general appropriation. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2. Changes the general appropriation for worker[s compensation from a sum certain to a sum sufficient appropriation. Elimination of automatic transfer Under current law, administration of the worker[s compensation program is funded from a DWD appropriation from the worker[s compensation operations fund. The Labor Industry and Review Commission (LIRC) decides appeals of worker[s compensation decisions for DWD. Under current law, moneys are automatically transferred from the DWD appropriation to a LIRC appropriation account to pay for those hearing activities. The bill eliminates this automatic transfer of moneys to the LIRC appropriation account. The bill retains the LIRC appropriation, but funds it directly from the worker[s compensation operations fund, in an amount set in the appropriation schedule in ch. 20, stats. With this change, any money remaining in the LIRC appropriation at the end of a fiscal year will lapse to the worker[s compensation operations fund. Wisconsin Fast forward training appropriation The bill changes from an annual appropriation to a continuing appropriation an appropriation for training programs, grants, services, and contracts that are part of DWD[s Wisconsin Fast Forward program. Youth apprenticeship appropriation change Under current law, DWD may award grants to local partnerships for youth apprenticeship programs. The grant program is funded through a sum certain appropriation. The bill changes that appropriation to a sum sufficient appropriation. Migrant labor camp facilities The bill excludes from the definition of Xmigrant labor campY bed and breakfasts, hotels, and rooming houses that are required to be licensed by DATCP. Migrant labor contractors and migrant labor camps Under current law, migrant labor contractors are required to have a certificate of registration from DWD, which the contractor must renew annually. To receive the certificate, the contractor must provide an application, which must be accompanied by a fee. Also under current law, a person that maintains a migrant labor camp is required to have a certificate from DWD to operate the camp, which the person must renew annually. To receive the certificate, the operator of the camp must provide an application, which must be accompanied by a fee. Current law requires that these fees be deposited in the state general fund and not credited to a specific appropriation. The bill instead requires that the fees be credited to the DWD auxiliary services appropriation and authorizes that appropriation to be used for administrative costs related to the migrant labor program administered by DWD. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 ENVIRONMENT The bill contains several provisions relating to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Spills law exemptions and requirements for PFAS Under current law provisions known as the Xspills law,Y a person that possesses or controls a hazardous substance or that causes the discharge of a hazardous substance must notify DNR immediately, restore the environment to the extent practicable, and minimize the harmful effects from the discharge. If action is not being adequately taken, or the identity of the person responsible for the discharge is unknown, DNR may take emergency action to contain or remove the hazardous substance; the person that possessed or controlled the hazardous substance that was discharged or that caused the discharge of the hazardous substance must then reimburse DNR for expenses DNR incurred in taking such emergency actions. The spills law allows DNR to enter property to take emergency action if entry is necessary to prevent increased environmental damages, and to inspect any record relating to a hazardous substance for the purpose of determining compliance with the spills law. DNR may also require that preventive measures be taken by any person possessing or having control over a hazardous substance if existing control measures are inadequate to prevent discharges. The bill exempts a person who possesses or controls property where a PFAS discharge occurred from all of the requirements, if all of the following apply: 1. The property is exclusively used for agricultural use or residential use. 2. The discharge was caused by land application of sludge according to a water pollutant discharge elimination system (WPDES) permit. 3. The person who possesses or controls the property allows DNR, any responsible party, and any consultant or contractor of a responsible party to enter the property to take action to respond to the discharge. 4. The person who possesses or controls the property does not interfere with any action taken in response to the discharge and does not take any action that worsens or contributes to the PFAS discharge. 5. The person who possesses or controls the property follows any other condition that DNR determines is reasonable and necessary to ensure that DNR, the responsible party, or any consultant or contractor of the responsible party is able to adequately respond to the discharge, including taking action necessary to protect human health, safety, or welfare or the environment, taking into consideration the current or intended use of the property. 6. The person who possesses or controls the property allows DNR to limit public access to the property if DNR determines it is necessary to prevent an imminent threat to human health, safety, or welfare or to the environment. Under the bill, this exemption applies only to PFAS for which there is a state or federal standard, a public health recommendation from DHS, or a health advisory issue by the federal Environmental Protection Agency. The exemption also does not apply after December 31, 2035. The exemption does not apply to any LRB-2186/1 ALL:all PFAS 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 substances other than PFAS, and does not apply if the person that possesses or controls the property takes action that worsens or contributes to the PFAS discharge. The bill requires a person that is exempt from these provisions to provide written disclosure of the type and location of the PFAS contamination and remediation activities to any prospective purchaser or tenant of the property. The bill also provides that the exemption may not be transferred to subsequent owners of the property; each person that possesses or controls the property must establish eligibility for the exemption. The bill also provides that DNR may not use the fact that a person has applied for financial assistance under the state[s well compensation program, the county well testing grant program created in the bill, or any other state grant programs funded by the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to determine whether the person is a person that possesses or controls a hazardous substance or that causes the discharge of a hazardous substance for purposes of applying the spills law. Finally, the bill provides that, if there is no existing standard for a hazardous substance, the person that possesses or controls the hazardous substance or that caused the discharge of the hazardous substance must propose site-specific environmental standards for DNR approval. Groundwater standards for PFAS Under current law, DNR maintains a list of substances that have a reasonable probability of entering the groundwater resources of the state and that are shown to involve public health concerns. DHS recommends groundwater enforcement standards for substances on this list, which DNR then proposes as DNR rules in its rule-making process. The bill requires DNR to begin the rule-making process to adopt DHS[s recommended groundwater enforcement standards for any PFAS within three months after receiving DHS[s recommendation. Rule-making exemptions for PFAS Current law requires an agency to suspend working on a permanent rule if it determines that the proposed rule may result in more than $10,000,000 in implementation and compliance costs over any two-year period. Current law also allows standing committees of the legislature and the Joint Committee for the Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) to review, approve, object to, or modify a proposed rule. If JCRAR objects to all or part of a proposed rule, that rule may not be promulgated unless a bill is introduced and enacted that authorizes the promulgation of the rule. In addition, current law allows JCRAR to suspend rules that have already been promulgated; if the rule suspended is an emergency rule, the agency that promulgated the emergency rule is prohibited from proposing a permanent rule that contains the same substance as the suspended emergency rule. The bill creates an exemption from these provisions for any proposed or existing DNR rule that establishes acceptable levels and standards, enforcement standards and preventative action limits, performance standards, monitoring LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 requirements, or required response actions for any PFAS compound or group or class of PFAS in groundwater, drinking water, surface water, air, soil, or sediment. PFAS community grant program The bill creates a community grant program, administered by DNR, to address PFAS. Under the program, DNR must provide grants to cities, towns, villages, counties, tribal governments, utility districts, lake protections districts, sewerage districts, and municipal airports (municipalities). DNR may award a grant only if the applicant tested or trained with a PFAS-containing firefighting foam in accordance with applicable state and federal law, or a third party tested or trained with PFAS-containing firefighting foam within the boundaries of the municipality; the applicant applied biosolids to land under a WPDES permit issued by DNR; PFAS are impacting the applicant[s drinking water supply or surface water or groundwater within the municipality and the responsible party is unknown or is unwilling or unable to take the necessary response actions; or PFAS contamination in groundwater is impacting private wells within the area controlled by the municipality. Under the bill, grants provided under this program may be used to investigate potential PFAS impacts in order to reduce or eliminate environmental contamination; treat or dispose of PFAS-containing firefighting foam containers; sample a private water supply within three miles of a site or facility known to contain PFAS or to have caused a PFAS discharge; assist private well owners with the cost of installation of filters, treatment, or well replacement; provide a temporary emergency water supply, a water treatment system, or bulk water to replace water contaminated with PFAS; conduct emergency, interim, or remedial actions to mitigate, treat, dispose of, or remove PFAS contamination; remove or treat PFAS in public water systems in areas where PFAS levels exceed the maximum contaminant level for PFAS in drinking water or an enforcement standard for PFAS groundwater or in areas where the state has issued a health advisory for PFAS; create a new public water system or connect private well owners to an existing public water system in areas with widespread PFAS contamination in private wells; or sample and test water in schools and daycares for PFAS contamination. An applicant that receives a grant under this program must contribute matching funds equal to at least 20 percent of the amount of the grant. The applicant must apply for a grant on a form prescribed by DNR and must include any information that DNR finds is necessary to determine the eligibility of the project, identify the funding requested, determine the priority of the project, and calculate the amount of a grant. In awarding grants under this program, DNR must consider the applicant[s demonstrated commitment to performing and completing eligible activities, including the applicant[s financial commitment and ability to successfully administer grants; the degree to which the project will have a positive impact on public health and the environment; and any other criteria that DNR finds necessary to prioritize the funds available for awarding grants. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 County PFAS well testing grant program The bill also creates a grant program, under which DNR provides grants to counties to provide sampling and testing services to private well owners to sample and test for PFAS, nitrates, bacteria, and lead. The bill creates an appropriation to be funded from the segregated PFAS fund for this purpose. PFAS under the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Under current law, DOA and DNR administer the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP), which provides financial assistance from the environmental improvement program to municipalities, and to the private owners of community water systems that serve municipalities, for projects that will help the municipality comply with federal drinking water standards. DNR establishes a funding priority list for SDWLP projects, and DOA allocates funding for those projects. The bill requires DNR, when ranking the priority of SDWLP projects, to rank a project relating to PFAS in the same manner as if a maximum contaminant level for PFAS had been attained or exceeded, if DHS has recommended an enforcement standard for the type of PFAS involved in the project. Mediator for municipalities seeking alternate water sources due to PFAS Under the bill, if a municipality[s private water supplies have been contaminated by PFAS and the municipality is seeking an alternate water supply from another municipality, DNR may appoint a mediator to assist in negotiations between the two municipalities. Under the bill, this provision only applies if the contaminating PFAS is in excess of a state or federal drinking water standard, a state groundwater standard, or a public health recommendation from DHS. The bill provides that the person responsible for the contamination may participate in the negotiations. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules to implement these provisions, including rules for the allocation of the cost of a mediator. Landspreading and PFAS Under current law, a wastewater treatment facility, and any person that wishes to land spread sludge, must obtain a WPDES permit from DNR. DNR is required to include conditions in such permits to ensure compliance with water quality standards. Under the bill, a WPDES permit that allows the permittee to land spread sludge must also include a condition that requires the permittee to annually test the sludge for any type of PFAS for which there is a state or federal standard, a public health recommendation from DHS, or a health advisory from the federal Environmental Protection Agency. The permittee must report the sampling and testing results to DNR and to the property owner before applying the sludge. Additionally, a WPDES permit issued to a treatment work must require the permittee to test all sludge for the presence of PFAS and to report the testing results to DNR. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Proof of financial responsibility for PFAS contamination The bill also provides that DNR may, if it determines doing so is necessary to protect human health or the environment, require a person who possesses or controls or who causes the discharge of PFAS, or who manufactures products that contain intentionally added PFAS, to provide proof of financial responsibility for remediation and long-term care to address contamination by a potential discharge of PFAS or environmental pollution that may be caused by a discharge of PFAS. This financial responsibility requirement does not apply to a person that is exempt from the spills law under the provisions of the bill. Environmental justice impacts of PFAS transportation and disposal The bill requires a person disposing of PFAS, or transporting PFAS for the purpose of disposal, to attempt to the greatest extent possible to avoid disposing of PFAS in, or transporting PFAS to, any location where such disposal or transportation will contribute to environmental justice concerns and to consider all reasonable alternatives for transport and disposal of PFAS. The bill requires DNR to assist in evaluating the environmental justice impacts of a person[s PFAS disposal or transportation. Statewide PFAS biomonitoring studies The bill requires DHS to conduct biomonitoring studies across the state to assess PFAS exposure levels and better understand the factors that affect PFAS levels in residents of different communities. As part of these studies, DHS may survey volunteer participants, test blood samples for PFAS, and analyze the results. DATCP testing for PFAS Under current law, DATCP conducts several statewide monitoring programs, sampling programs, and surveys related to testing groundwater quality for agricultural purposes. The bill requires that, when collecting and testing samples under one of these statewide programs, DATCP must also, at its discretion and where appropriate, test samples for the presence of PFAS. HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP Revitalize Wisconsin program The bill creates the Revitalize Wisconsin program, which is administered by DNR and which provides aid, in the form of grants or direct services to local governments, dry cleaners, and private parties, to address the discharge of a hazardous substance or the existence of environmental pollution on the government[s or person[s property. Aid may be provided for sites for which the site[s owner or operator applied for assistance under the dry cleaner environmental response program before the bill[s effective date; brownfields; sites that are exempt from the state[s spills law; and sites that are subject to the spills law but that are owned by private parties. The bill defines Xprivate partyY to mean a bank, trust company, savings bank, or credit union; a developer; a nongovernmental organization; or an innocent landowner. The bill defines an Xinnocent landownerY LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 as a property owner that either 1) acquired the property prior to November 1, 2006, has continuously owned the property since the date of acquisition, and can demonstrate, through documentation, that the discharge or environmental pollution being addressed was caused by another person and that the property owner did not know and had no reason to know of the discharge or pollution when the owner acquired the property or 2) acquired the property on or after November 1, 2006, meets all of the previously stated requirements, and can demonstrate, through documentation, that the property owner conducted all appropriate inquiries in compliance with federal law prior to acquiring the property. The bill provides that DNR may not award aid to an applicant under the Revitalize Wisconsin program if the applicant caused the discharge or environmental pollution, unless the applicant is a dry cleaner that applied for assistance under the dry cleaner environmental response program before the bill[s effective date. The bill also provides that DNR may require an applicant to provide a match, either in cash or in-kind services, for any aid that is awarded under the program. Activities for which aid may be provided under the program include removing hazardous substances from contaminated media; investigating and assessing the discharge or environmental pollution; removing abandoned containers; asbestos abatement; and restoring or replacing a private potable water supply. The bill also allows DNR to inspect any document in the possession of an applicant or any other person if the document is relevant to an application for financial assistance under the program. Access to information on solid or hazardous waste Under current law, a person who generated, transported, treated, stored, or disposed of solid or hazardous waste at a site or facility under investigation by DNR must provide DNR with access to certain records relating to that waste. The bill requires a person who generated solid or hazardous waste at a site or facility under investigation by DNR to also provide this information, if the waste was transported to, treated at, stored at, or disposed of at another site, facility, or location. Kewaunee Marsh remediation funding The bill appropriates moneys from the general fund to DNR for development of a remedial action plan and for the remediation of arsenic contamination in the Kewaunee Marsh in Kewaunee County. Amcast superfund site remediation funding The bill appropriates moneys from the segregated environmental fund to DNR for remedial action relating to the Amcast superfund site in Cedarburg. A Xsuperfund siteY is a site identified under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) as being contaminated with hazardous substances and requiring cleanup. 5R Processors cleanup funding lapse Under current law, DNR is appropriated moneys from the environmental fund LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 to contract with third parties to perform assessment, collection, transportation, and disposal of cathode-ray tube glass and related waste generated from activities undertaken by 5R Processors. The bill provides that, of those moneys, any unencumbered amounts are lapsed to the environmental fund. WATER QUALITY Well compensation grant program The bill makes changes to the well compensation grant program currently administered by DNR. Under current law, an individual owner or renter of a contaminated private well may apply for a grant from DNR to cover a portion of the costs to treat the water, reconstruct the well, construct a new well, connect to a public water supply, or fill and seal the well. To be eligible for a grant, the well owner[s or renter[s annual family income may not exceed $65,000. A grant awarded under the program may not cover any portion of a project[s eligible costs in excess of $16,000 and, of those costs, may not exceed 75 percent of a project[s eligible costs, meaning that a grant may not exceed $12,000. In addition, if the well owner[s or renter[s annual family income exceeds $45,000, the amount of the award is reduced by 30 percent of the amount by which the annual family income exceeds $45,000. The bill increases the family income limit to $100,000. In addition, under the bill, a well owner or renter whose family income is below the state[s median income may receive a grant of up to 100 percent of a project[s eligible costs, not to exceed $16,000. The bill also eliminates the requirement to reduce an award by 30 percent if the well owner[s or renter[s family income exceeds $45,000. The bill also expands the grant program to allow an owner or renter of a Xtransient noncommunity water supplyY to apply for a grant. A Xtransient noncommunity water supplyY is defined in the bill as a water system that serves at least 25 persons at least 60 days of the year but that does not regularly serve at least 25 of the same persons over six months per year. Under current law, a well that is contaminated only by nitrates is eligible for a grant only if the well is a water supply for livestock, is used at least three months in each year, and contains nitrates in excess of 40 parts per million. The bill eliminates these restrictions for claims based on nitrates, and instead allows grants to be issued for wells based on contamination by at least 10 parts per million of nitrate nitrogen. The bill also allows grants to be issued for wells contaminated by at least 10 parts per billion of arsenic, or by a perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) in an amount that exceeds any applicable health advisory or standard for that substance. Under current law, DNR must issue grants in the order in which completed claims are received. Under the bill, if there are insufficient funds to pay claims, DNR may, for claims based on nitrate contamination, prioritize claims that are based on higher levels of nitrate contamination. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Town of Bloom well compensation grant eligibility Under current law, a city, village, town, county, or special purpose district is not eligible for a grant under the well compensation grant program. The bill provides that the town of Bloom in Richland County may apply for this type of grant, but the grant may not exceed $16,000. Ballast water discharge Under current law, DNR may issue a general permit authorizing a vessel that is 79 feet or greater in length to discharge ballast water into the waters of the state. DNR may charge an application fee of $1,200 and a $345 annual fee for the permit. DNR must use collected fees to administer the permit program. The bill eliminates these provisions and provides that the owner or operator of any commercial vessel subject to the requirements of the federal Vessel Incidental Discharge Act that has operated outside this state must pay DNR $650 per arrival to a port of this state. Under the bill, the owner or operator of a commercial vessel subject to these requirements, including a vessel engaged in coastwise trade, may not be required to pay more than $3,250 in fees per calendar year. DNR must use collected fees for management, administration, inspection, monitoring, and enforcement activities relating to incidental discharges, including ballast water discharges. Under current law, an employee or agent of DNR may board and inspect any vessel that is subject to requirements relating to environmental protection requirements for tank vessels or open burning on commercial vessels to determine compliance with those requirements. The bill provides that DNR may enter into a memorandum of agreement with the U.S. Coast Guard authorizing an employee or agent of DNR to board and inspect any vessel that is subject to the requirements under the bill to determine compliance with the federal Vessel Incidental Discharge Act. Storm water pond safety Under current law, DNR issues water pollutant discharge elimination system (WPDES) permits and storm water discharge permits and promulgates rules for the administration of both permits. The bill requires that DNR promulgate rules establishing that any pond located in an area with a population density of at least 1,000 people per square mile that is constructed as part of an activity for which these permits are required must include one or more of the following safety features: 1) a shallow ledge around the periphery of the pond; 2) vegetation that is at least 24 inches high between the pond and any easy point of access; or 3) any other alternative safety feature authorized by DNR by rule. Winter road safety improvement grant program The bill requires DNR to administer a program to provide grants to municipalities for eligible expenditures for equipment critical to winter road safety. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules necessary to administer the program, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 including rules that specify criteria for determining eligible recipients and expenditures. Fee for high capacity well approvals Under current law, no person may construct a high capacity well, which is a well with a capacity of more than 100,000 gallons per day, without prior approval of DNR and payment of a $500 fee. The bill increases that fee to $1,000. Fee for CAFO permits Under current law, a person who operates a concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) must have a WPDES permit from DNR. A CAFO is a livestock operation that contains at least 1,000 animal units, that discharges pollutants to a navigable water, or that contaminates a well. Current law requires a CAFO operator with a WPDES permit to pay an annual fee of $345 to DNR. The bill increases the amount of this annual fee to $545. Fee for WPDES general permits Under current law, a person may not discharge a pollutant into waters of the state without a WPDES permit issued by DNR. In addition to site-specific individual permits, DNR is authorized to issue a general permit that authorizes specified discharges in a designated area of the state. The bill requires DNR to charge a $425 processing fee for these permits. Storm water permit appropriation Under current law, a person may need to obtain a permit from DNR to discharge storm water. Current law appropriates money annually from the general fund for the administration of the storm water discharge permit program. Storm water permit fees collected by DNR are credited to the storm water permit appropriation. The bill changes the storm water permit appropriation from an annual to a continuing appropriation. An annual appropriation is expendable only up to the amount shown in the schedule and only for the fiscal year for which made. A continuing appropriation is expendable until fully depleted or repealed. Lead service line replacement appropriation Under current law, DOA and DNR administer the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP), which provides financial assistance from the environmental improvement program to local governmental units and to the private owners of community water systems that serve local governmental units for projects for the planning, designing, construction, or modification of public water systems. DNR establishes a funding list for SDWLP projects and DOA allocates funding for those projects. The bill creates a continuing appropriation from the general fund to the environmental improvement program for projects involving forgivable loans to private users of public water systems to replace lead service lines. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Environmental improvement fund revenue bonding limit Current law authorizes the issuance of revenue bonds for the Clean Water Fund Program and the SDWLP under the environmental improvement fund but limits the principal amount of those revenue bonds to $2,597,400,000. The bill increases that limit by $725,900,000, to $3,323,300,000. Bonding for urban storm water, flood control, and riparian restoration Under current law, the state may contract up to $61,600,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance for projects that manage urban storm water and runoff and for flood control and riparian restoration projects. The bill increases the bonding authority for these projects by $11,000,000. Bonding for nonpoint source water pollution abatement Under current law, the state may contract up to $57,050,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance for projects that control pollution that comes from diffuse sources rather than a single concentrated discharge source in areas that qualify as high priority due to water quality problems. The bill increases the bonding authority for these projects by $10,000,000. Bonding for Great Lakes contaminated sediment removal Under current law, the state may contract up to $40,000,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance for projects to remove contaminated sediment from Lake Michigan or Lake Superior, or a tributary of Lake Michigan or Lake Superior, if DNR has identified the body of water as being impaired by the sediment. The bill increases the bonding authority for sediment removal projects by $9,000,000. AIR QUALITY Fee for stationary source operation permits Under current state and federal law, certain stationary sources that emit air contaminants are required to receive an operation permit from DNR. Current law requires DNR to promulgate rules for the payment and collection of fees by the owner or operator of a stationary source for which an operation permit is required under the federal Clean Air Act. The bill increases the fee from $35.71 per ton of emissions to $63.69 per ton of emissions. GENERAL ENVIRONMENT Environmental impacts to covered communities Under current law, DNR issues various permits for the operation of facilities as part of DNR[s regulation of air and water pollution and hazardous and solid waste. Under the bill, DNR may not issue permits for those facilities located in covered communities unless the permit applicant 1) prepares a report assessing the environmental impact of the facility, 2) makes the report available to the public and provides the report to DNR and to the municipality in which the covered community is located, and 3) conducts a public hearing in the municipality in which the covered community is located. Under the bill, Xcovered communityY means a census tract that is at or above the 65th percentile for share of households with a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 household income at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level and that meets any other criteria from a specified list. Water resources account lapses The bill lapses $1,000,000 to the conservation fund in fiscal year 2025]26. Of that amount, $386,500 is lapsed from the DNR appropriation for state recreational boating projects that provide public access to inland waters; $436,600 is lapsed from the DNR appropriation for state recreational boating projects that provide public access to lakes; and $176,900 is lapsed from the DNR appropriation for river management activities for habitat and recreational projects on the Mississippi and lower St. Croix Rivers and for environmental and resource management studies on the Mississippi and lower St. Croix Rivers. FIREARMS AND PUBLIC SAFETY Background checks on all transfers of firearms Under current law, a federally licensed firearms dealer may not transfer a handgun until the dealer has requested DOJ to perform a background check on the prospective transferee to determine if he or she is prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law. The bill generally prohibits any person from transferring any firearm, including the frame or receiver of a firearm, unless the transfer occurs through a federally licensed firearms dealer and involves a background check of the prospective transferee. Under the bill, the following are excepted from that prohibition: a transfer to a firearms dealer or to a law enforcement or armed services agency; a transfer of a firearm classified as antique; or a transfer that is by gift, bequest, or inheritance to a family member. A person who is convicted of violating the prohibition is guilty of a misdemeanor and must be fined not less than $500 nor more than $10,000, may be imprisoned for not more than nine months, and may not possess a firearm for a period of two years. Waiting period for handgun purchases Under current law, a federally licensed firearms dealer may not transfer a handgun until the dealer has requested DOJ to perform a background check on the prospective transferee to determine if he or she is prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law. The bill prohibits the dealer from transferring a handgun to the transferee until 48 hours have passed since the firearms dealer requested the background check. Self-assigned firearm exclusion The bill requires DOJ to allow individuals to prohibit themselves from purchasing a firearm. Under the bill, DOJ must maintain a database of individuals who voluntarily prohibit themselves from purchasing a firearm. An individual may request inclusion in the database by submitting a request to DOJ that indicates the length of the prohibition they are requesting: a one-year, irrevocable prohibition; a five-year prohibition, the first year being irrevocable; or a 20-year prohibition, the first year being irrevocable. During a revocable period, an individual may remove LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the prohibition by submitting to DOJ a request for removal, and DOJ must wait 48 hours and remove the individual from the list. The bill also requires DOJ, when responding to a request for a background check from a licensed firearms dealer regarding an individual who is in the database, to indicate that the individual is prohibited from purchasing a firearm. Extreme risk protection injunctions Under current law, a person is prohibited from possessing a firearm, and must surrender all firearms, if the person is subject to a domestic abuse injunction, a child abuse injunction, or, in certain cases, a harassment or an individuals-at-risk injunction. If a person surrenders a firearm because the person is subject to one of those injunctions, the firearm may not be returned to the person until a court determines that the injunction has been vacated or has expired and that the person is not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm. A person who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under such an injunction is guilty of a Class G felony for violating the prohibition. The bill creates an extreme risk protection temporary restraining order (TRO) and injunction to prohibit a person from possessing a firearm. Under the bill, either a law enforcement officer or a family or household member of the person may file a petition with a court to request an extreme risk protection injunction. The petition must allege facts that show that the person is substantially likely to injure themself or another if the person possesses a firearm. Under the bill, the petitioner may request the court to consider first granting a temporary restraining order. If the petitioner requests a TRO, the petitioner must include evidence that there is an immediate and present danger that the person may injure themself or another if the person possesses a firearm and that waiting for the injunction hearing increases the immediate and present danger. If the petitioner requests a TRO, the court must hear the petition in an expedited manner. The judge must issue a TRO if, after questioning the petitioner and witnesses or relying on affidavits, the judge determines that it is substantially likely that the petition for an injunction will be granted and the judge finds good cause to believe there is an immediate and present danger that the person will injure themself or another if the person has a firearm and that waiting for the injunction hearing may increase the immediate and present danger. If the judge issues a TRO, the TRO is in effect until the injunction hearing, which must occur within 14 days of the TRO issuance. The TRO must require a law enforcement officer to personally serve the person with the order and to require the person to immediately surrender all firearms in their possession. If a law enforcement officer is unable to personally serve the person, then the TRO requires the person to surrender within 24 hours all firearms to a law enforcement officer or a firearms dealer and to provide the court a receipt indicating the surrender occurred. At the injunction hearing, the court may grant an extreme risk protection injunction ordering the person to refrain from possessing a firearm and, if the person was not subject to a TRO, to surrender all firearms he or she possesses if the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the person is substantially likely to injure themself or another if the person possesses a firearm. An extreme risk protection injunction is effective for up to one year and may be renewed. A person who is subject to an extreme risk protection injunction may petition to vacate the injunction. If a person surrenders a firearm because the person is subject to an extreme risk protection TRO or injunction, the firearm may not be returned to the person until a court determines that the TRO has expired or the injunction has been vacated or has expired and that the person is not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm. A person who possesses a firearm while subject to an extreme risk protection TRO or injunction is guilty of a Class G felony. In addition, a person who files a petition for an extreme risk protection injunction, knowing the information in the petition to be false, is guilty of the crime of false swearing, a Class H felony. Persons prohibited from possessing a firearm following a conviction for a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence Under federal law, a person is prohibited from possessing a firearm if he or she has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Under state law, a person who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under federal or state law may not purchase a firearm or be issued a license to carry a concealed weapon. State law requires DOJ, before approving a handgun purchase or issuing a license, to conduct a background check on the prospective purchaser or applicant to determine if the person is prohibited from possessing a firearm. To determine if the person is prohibited under federal law, DOJ must review court records of all of the person[s criminal convictions to identify if any conviction qualifies as a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence under federal law. DOJ must review the record to determine if the relationship between the offender and the victim qualifies as a domestic relationship and if the offender engaged in violent conduct when committing the crime. The bill reorganizes two statutes—the crime of disorderly conduct and the definition of domestic abuse—so that DOJ is able to more easily determine if a conviction qualifies as a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence under federal law. First, under current law, a person is guilty of disorderly conduct if the person engages in violent, abusive, indecent, profane, boisterous, unreasonably loud, or otherwise disorderly conduct and if the conduct tends to cause or provoke a disturbance. A person who has been convicted of disorderly conduct is prohibited from possessing a firearm if the disorderly conduct was a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence—that is, if the person engaged in violent conduct and if the relationship between the person and the victim was domestic. The bill reorganizes the disorderly conduct statute to separate XviolentY conduct from the other types of disorderly conduct so that the court record clearly indicates that the crime was a violent crime. Second, under current state law, Xdomestic abuseY is defined as certain actions taken against a victim if the victim is related to the actor, has a child in common with the actor, or currently resides or has resided with the actor. Unlike LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 state law, federal law does not define a crime as domestic violence if the only relationship is that the victim currently resides or has resided with the actor. The bill reorganizes the statute defining domestic abuse so that a court record would indicate the exact nature of the relationship. Therefore, under the bill, the court record would indicate when a person who is guilty under state law of a crime of domestic abuse is not guilty under federal law of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. Undetectable firearms The bill prohibits the manufacture, transportation, sale, possession, and carrying of firearms that cannot be detected by metal detectors or airport x-ray machines or scanners. Federal law currently has a comparable prohibition; under the bill, the person would violate state law as well. A person who violates the state prohibition is guilty of a Class G felony. The bill prohibits the sale, posting, provision, or possession of plans for manufacturing an undetectable firearm. A person who violates the prohibition is guilty of a Class H felony. The bill also prohibits the possession of a frame or a receiver of a firearm that is not marked with a serial number. A person who violates the prohibition is guilty of a Class I felony. Prohibition on firearm accessories that accelerate the rate of fire The bill prohibits the sale, manufacture, transfer, use, or possession of any firearm accessory that is designed to accelerate or functions to accelerate the rate of fire of a semiautomatic firearm. A person who violates the prohibition is guilty of a Class G felony. Reporting a lost or stolen firearm Under the bill, a person who owns a firearm that is stolen or missing must report the theft or loss to a law enforcement agency within 24 hours of discovering the theft or loss. A person who violates this requirement is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and guilty of a Class I felony for a subsequent offense. A person who falsely reports a stolen or lost firearm is guilty of the current-law crime of obstructing an officer and is subject to a fine of up to $10,000 or imprisonment of up to nine months, or both. The bill also requires a person who commercially sells or transfers a firearm to provide the purchaser or transferee a written notice of the requirement, created in the bill, to report a theft or loss of a firearm within 24 hours of discovering it. A seller or transferor who violates this requirement is subject to a fine of up to $500 or imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both. Containers and trigger locks at sale The bill requires a person who commercially sells or transfers a firearm to provide the purchaser or transferee with either a secure, lockable container that is designed to store a firearm or a trigger lock for the firearm. A seller or transferor LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 who violates this requirement is subject to a fine of up to $500 or imprisonment for up to 30 days, or both. Firearms in unattended retail facilities The bill requires that a retail business that sells firearms must secure all firearms when the business is unattended. Under the bill, the firearms must be secured in one of the following ways: in a locked fireproof safe, locked steel gun cabinet, or vault; in a steel-framed display case with specified reinforcements; with a hardened steel rod or cable; in a windowless, internal room that is equipped with a steel security door; or behind a steel roll-down door or security gate. Storing a firearm when a child is present The bill prohibits a person from storing or leaving a firearm at his or her residence if the person resides with a child who is under the age of 18, or knows a child who is under the age of 18 will be present in the residence, unless the firearm is in a securely locked box or container or other secure locked location or has a trigger lock engaged. A person who violates this prohibition is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a Class I felony for a subsequent offense. This prohibition replaces the current law that penalizes a person who recklessly stores or leaves a loaded firearm within reach of a child who is under 14 if the child obtains it and does one of the following: 1) discharges the firearm and causes bodily harm or death (Class A misdemeanor); or 2) possesses or exhibits the firearm in a public place or endangers public safety (Class C misdemeanor). Storing a firearm in a residence at which a prohibited person resides The bill requires a person to store any firearm he or she possesses in a securely locked box or container or other secure locked location or with a trigger lock engaged if the person resides with a person who is prohibited from possessing a firearm under state law. A person who violates this requirement is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor for a first offense and a Class I felony for a repeat offense. State law currently prohibits the following persons from possessing a firearm: persons who have been convicted of a felony; persons found not guilty of a felony by reason of mental disease or defect; persons who are subject to certain injunctions such as a domestic abuse or child abuse injunction or, in certain cases, a harassment or an individuals-at-risk injunction; and persons who have been involuntarily committed for mental health treatment and ordered not to possess a firearm. Bingo and raffle fees Under current law, an organization that conducts bingo and raffles must obtain a license from the Division of Gaming within DOA and pay all related license fees. Bingo licensees, generally, must pay a $10 license fee for each bingo occasion, meaning a single gathering or session at which a series of successive bingo games is played, and a $5 license fee for an annual license for the designated member of the organization responsible for the proper utilization of gross receipts. A bingo licensee that is a community-based residential facility, a senior citizen community LRB-2186/1 ALL:all GAMBLING 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 center, or an adult family home that conducts bingo as a recreational or social activity must pay a $5 license fee. Raffle licensees must pay a $25 license fee. The bill doubles all bingo and raffle license fees. Also, under current law, a 1 percent occupational tax is imposed on the first $30,000 in gross receipts derived from the conduct of bingo by a licensed organization in a year. In gross receipts during a year that exceed $30,000, a 2 percent occupational tax is imposed. Under the bill, a 2 percent occupational tax is imposed on all gross receipts derived from the conduct of bingo by a licensed organization. Gaming regulation and enforcement Under current law and tribal gaming compacts, tribes make payments to the state to reimburse the state for costs relating to the regulation of certain gaming activities. This revenue, called Indian gaming receipts, may be expended for various purposes. The bill requires DOA to transfer portions of Indian gaming receipts to DOR to support DOR[s gaming regulation and enforcement activities. GENDER NEUTRAL TERMINOLOGY Making references in the statutes gender neutral The bill recognizes same-sex marriage by making references in the statutes to spouses gender-neutral, with the intent of harmonizing the Wisconsin Statutes with the holding of the U.S. Supreme Court in Obergefell v. Hodges, 135 S. Ct. 2584, 192 L. Ed. 2d 609 (2015), which recognizes that same-sex couples have a fundamental constitutional right to marriage. The bill also recognizes legal parentage for same-sex couples under certain circumstances and adopts gender- neutral parentage terminology. The bill provides that marriage may be contracted between persons of the same sex and confers the same rights and responsibilities on married persons of the same sex that married persons of different sexes have under current law. The bill defines XspouseY as a person who is legally married to another person of the same sex or a different sex and replaces every reference to XhusbandY or XwifeY in current law with Xspouse.Y The bill makes applicable to married persons of the same sex all provisions under current law that apply to married persons of different sexes. These provisions relate to such diverse areas of the law as income tax, marital property, inheritance rights, divorce, child and spousal support, insurance coverage, family and spousal recreational licenses, consent to conduct an autopsy, domestic abuse, and eligibility for various types of benefits, such as retirement or death benefits and medical assistance. In addition to making statutory references to spouses gender-neutral, the bill specifies ways in which married couples of the same sex may be the legal parents of a child and, with some exceptions, makes current references in the statutes to XmotherY and Xfather,Y and related terms, gender-neutral. Under current law, all of the following may adopt a child: a husband and wife jointly, a husband or wife whose spouse is the parent of the child, and an unmarried adult. Because the bill makes references in the statutes to spouses gender-neutral, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 same-sex spouses jointly may adopt a child and become the legal parents of the child, and a same-sex spouse of a person who is the parent of a minor child may adopt the child and become the legal parent of his or her spouse[s child. Under current law, if a woman is artificially inseminated under the supervision of a physician with semen donated by a man who is not her husband and the husband consents in writing to the artificial insemination of his wife, the husband is the natural father of any child conceived. Under the bill, one spouse may also consent to the artificial insemination of his or her spouse and is the natural parent of the child conceived. The artificial insemination is not required to take place under the supervision of a physician, but, if it does not, the semen used for the insemination must have been obtained from a sperm bank. Under current law, a man is presumed to be the father of a child if he and the child[s natural mother 1) were married to each other when the child was conceived or born or 2) married each other after the child was born but had a relationship with each other when the child was conceived and no other man has been adjudicated to be the father or is presumed to be the father because the man was married to the mother when the child was conceived or born. The paternity presumption may be rebutted in a legal action or proceeding by the results of a genetic test showing that the statistical probability of another man[s parentage is 99.0 percent or higher. The bill expands this presumption into a parentage presumption, so that a person is presumed to be the natural parent of a child if he or she 1) was married to the child[s established natural parent when the child was conceived or born or 2) married the child[s established natural parent after the child was born but had a relationship with the established natural parent when the child was conceived and no person has been adjudicated to be the father and no other person is presumed to be the child[s parent because he or she was married to the mother when the child was conceived or born. The parentage presumption may still be rebutted by the results of a genetic test showing that the statistical probability of another person[s parentage is 99.0 percent or higher. Expanding on current law, the bill allows for a paternity action to be brought for the purpose of rebutting the parentage presumption, regardless of whether that presumption applies to a male or female spouse. Current law provides that a mother and a man may sign a statement acknowledging paternity and file it with the state registrar. If the state registrar has received such a statement, the man is presumed to be the father of the child. Under current law, either person who has signed a statement acknowledging paternity may rescind the statement before an order is filed in an action affecting the family concerning the child or within 60 days after the statement is filed, whichever occurs first. Under current law, a man who has filed a statement acknowledging paternity that is not rescinded within the time period is conclusively determined to be the father of the child. The bill provides that two people may sign a statement acknowledging parentage and file it with the state registrar. If the state registrar has received such a statement, the people who have signed the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 statement are presumed to be the parents of the child. Under the bill, a statement acknowledging parentage that is not rescinded conclusively establishes parentage with regard to the person who did not give birth to the child and who signed the statement. The bill defines Xnatural parentY as a parent of a child who is not an adoptive parent, whether the parent is biologically related to the child or not. Thus, a person who is a biological parent, a parent by consenting to the artificial insemination of his or her spouse, or a parent under the parentage presumption is a natural parent of a child. The definition applies throughout the statutes wherever the term Xnatural parentY is used. In addition, the bill expands some references in the statutes to Xbiological parentY by changing the reference to Xnatural parent.Y Gender neutral references on birth certificates Generally, the bill substitutes the term XspouseY for XhusbandY in the birth certificate statutes and enters the spouse, instead of the husband, of the person who has given birth on the birth certificate at times when a husband would currently be entered on a birth certificate. The name of the person who has given birth is entered on a birth certificate when the person gives birth to a child, and current law specifies when another name should be entered on the birth certificate. Current law requires that if a birth mother is married at any time from the conception to the birth of a child, then her husband[s name is entered on the birth certificate as the legal father of the child. Under the bill, if a person who gives birth is married at any time from the conception to the birth of the child, then that person[s spouse[s name is entered as a legal parent of the child. The bill also specifies that, in the instance that a second parent[s name is initially omitted from the birth certificate, if the state registrar receives a signed acknowledgement of parentage by people presumed to be parents because the two people married after the birth of the child, the two people had a relationship during the time the child was conceived, no person is adjudicated to be the father, and no other person is presumed to be the parent, then the state registrar must enter the name of the spouse of the person who gave birth as a parent on the birth certificate. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES PUBLIC ASSISTANCE Presumptive eligibility for Wisconsin Shares Under current law, an individual is eligible to receive a child care subsidy under the Wisconsin Shares program if DCF determines that the individual meets certain requirements, including requirements related to age of the child, income of the individual, and the individual[s participation in certain eligible activities. Under the bill, DCF may find an individual presumptively eligible for a child care subsidy while DCF verifies the individual[s actual eligibility. If DCF finds an individual presumptively eligible for the child care subsidy, DCF must immediately begin issuing benefits to the individual. If DCF determines that the individual is actually ineligible, DCF must discontinue issuing benefits. To be found LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 presumptively eligible for the subsidies, an individual must submit a report to DCF that includes information establishing the individual[s actual eligibility and, based on the report, DCF must be able to plausibly assume that the individual is actually eligible for the subsidies. Wisconsin Shares copayment increase structure Under current law, if an individual is already receiving a Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy and the individual[s family income exceeds the maximum eligible income of 200 percent of the poverty line, the individual will continue to be eligible for the subsidy until or unless the individual[s family income exceeds 85 percent of the state median income. Until that time when the individual[s income exceeds 85 percent of the state median income, the individual[s copayment minimum for the Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy will increase on a sliding scale based on the amount that the individual[s family income increases. The bill eliminates this copayment increase structure in order to comply with federal rule 89 FR 15366, effective April 30, 2024, which establishes that copayments for individuals receiving a child care subsidy from the federal Child Care and Development Fund may not exceed 7 percent of family income. Under the bill, in general, if an individual is already receiving a Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy and the individual[s family income exceeds 85 percent of the state median income, the individual is no longer eligible for the Wisconsin Shares child care subsidy. Wisconsin Shares like-kin update 2023 Wisconsin Act 119 extended kinship care eligibility to like-kin, in addition to relatives of a child. XLike-kinY is defined under current law as an individual who has a significant emotional relationship with a child or the child[s family that is similar to a familial relationship and who is not and has not previously been the child[s licensed foster parent and, for an Indian child, includes individuals identified by the child[s tribe according to tribal tradition, custom or resolution, code, or law. The bill conforms language under the child care subsidy program, Wisconsin Shares, to this change so that references to kinship care are not limited to relatives. Child care quality improvement program The bill authorizes DCF to establish a program for making monthly payments and monthly per-child payments to certified child care providers, licensed child care centers, and child care programs established or contracted for by a school board. This new payment program is in addition to the current law system for providing child care payments under Wisconsin Shares. The bill requires DCF to promulgate rules to implement the program, including establishing eligibility requirements and payment amounts and setting requirements for how recipients may use the payments, and authorizes DCF to promulgate these rules as emergency rules. The bill funds the program through a new appropriation and by allocating federal moneys, including child care development funds and moneys received under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant program. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill eliminates the current law method by which DCF may modify maximum payment rates for child care providers under Wisconsin Shares based on a child care provider[s rating under the quality rating system known as YoungStar. Wisconsin Shares is a part of the Wisconsin Works program under current law, which DCF administers and which provides work experience and benefits for low-income custodial parents who are at least 18 years old. Under current law, an individual who is the parent of a child under the age of 13 or, if the child is disabled, under the age of 19, who needs child care services to participate in various education or work activities, and who satisfies other eligibility criteria may receive a child care subsidy for child care services under Wisconsin Shares. Expanded Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs Under current law, DCF administers a temporary wage subsidy program for individuals who meet all of the following qualifications: 1) are at least 18 years old and, if over 25 years old, are the parent or primary relative caregiver of a child; 2) have a household income below 150 percent of the federal poverty line; 3) have been unemployed for at least four weeks; 4) are ineligible to receive unemployment insurance benefits; 5) are not participating in a Wisconsin Works employment position; and 6) satisfy applicable substance abuse screening, testing, and treatment requirements. Under current law, funding is directed first to the program as established in Milwaukee County, called the Transform Milwaukee Jobs program, and next, if funding is available, to the program as established outside of Milwaukee County, called the Transitional Jobs program. The bill provides funding for and requires DCF to establish the Expanded Transform Milwaukee Jobs program and Transitional Jobs program, which under the bill must be identical to the Transform Milwaukee Jobs program and Transitional Jobs program except that, to be eligible, an individual is not required to have an annual household income below 150 percent of the federal poverty line and, if over 25 years of age, is not required to be a parent or primary relative caregiver of a child. Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs The bill modifies the qualifications for participating in the Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs by removing the requirement that the individual has been unemployed for at least four weeks, and by specifying that anyone who is not receiving unemployment insurance benefits, regardless of their eligibility to receive those benefits, may participate. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Under current law, DCF allocates specific amounts of federal moneys, including child care development funds and moneys received under the TANF block grant program, for various public assistance programs. Under the bill, TANF funding allocations are changed in the following ways, as compared to the funding allocation in the 2023]25 fiscal biennium: 1. For homeless case management services grants, total funding is doubled. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2. For the administration of public assistance programs and collection of public assistance overpayments, total funding is increased by 33 percent. 3. For emergency assistance payments, total funding is increased by 71 percent. 4. For grants to Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc., for distribution to programs that provide civil legal services to low-income families, funding is increased by 800 percent, from $500,000 per fiscal year to $4,500,000 per fiscal year. 5. For the Transform Milwaukee and Transitional Jobs programs, total funding is increased by 31 percent. 6. For the Jobs for America[s Graduates program, total funding is doubled. 7. For direct child care services, child care administration, and child care improvement programs, total funding is increased by 14 percent. 8. For the support of the dependent children of recipients of supplemental security income, funding is increased by 75 percent per fiscal year from the funding in fiscal year 2024]25. 9. For kinship care and long-term kinship care payments and kinship care administration, total funding is increased by 47 percent. 10. For grants to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, funding is increased by 239 percent, from $2,807,000 in each fiscal year to $9,507,000 in each fiscal year. 11. For the earned income tax credit supplement, total funding is increased by 60 percent. 12. For all other programs under TANF, funding is continued with a funding change of 6 percent or less. The bill additionally allocates $6,944,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 for a child support debt reduction program and eliminates an allocation of $500,000 per fiscal year for skills enhancement grants. Civil legal services grants Under current law, DCF provides funding to the Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc. (the foundation), to provide civil legal services to TANF-eligible individuals in two ways: 1. DCF provides up to $100,000 in each fiscal year in matching funds to the foundation for the provision of civil legal services to eligible individuals. This grant does not specify what types of civil legal services may be provided. 2. DCF provides a $500,000 grant in each fiscal year to the foundation to provide grants to programs, up to $75,000 each, that provide certain legal services to eligible individuals. The legal services provided through this grant are limited to legal services in civil matters related to domestic abuse or sexual abuse or to restraining orders or injunctions for individuals at risk. The bill removes the grant that requires matching funds and increases the grant to provide certain legal services to eligible individuals to $4,500,000 per fiscal year. Under the bill, the foundation may additionally use this funding to provide to eligible individuals civil legal services related to eviction. The bill removes the $75,000 cap on grants provided by the foundation to individual programs. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025]26 and $3,472,000 in fiscal year 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Child support debt reduction The bill creates a program administered by DCF to provide debt reduction for child support. Under the bill, if a noncustodial parent completes an eligible employment program, as determined by DCF by rule, and the custodial parent agrees to a reduction, the noncustodial parent is eligible for child support debt reduction in an amount up to $1,500. Under the bill, a parent may not qualify for the debt reduction more than once in any 12-month period. Child care water safety grant program The bill requires DCF to award a grant each fiscal year to Community Water Services, Inc., to help child care providers access safe drinking water. Grants for services for homeless and runaway youth The bill increases the limit on the amount that DCF may award in each fiscal year to support programs that provide services for homeless and runaway youth from $400,000 to $2,872,800. Tribal family services grants and funding for out-of-home-care placements by tribal courts Current law uses Indian gaming receipts to fund tribal family service grants and unexpected or unusually high-cost placements of Indian children by tribal courts in foster homes, group homes, or residential care centers for children and youth, in the homes of a relative other than a parent, or in a supervised independent living arrangement (out-of-home care). The bill appropriates GPR moneys for those purposes as well. Healthy eating incentive pilot program The bill modifies certain provisions of the healthy eating incentive pilot program. The bill defines an eligible retailer, for purposes of the program, to be a retailer authorized to participate in the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as the federal food stamp program. Under current law, DHS must select, through a competitive selection process, one or more nonprofit organizations to administer the program statewide. The bill modifies that requirement, instead requiring only that DHS select one or more third-party organizations through the competitive selection process. Current law requires DHS to seek any available federal matching moneys from the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program to fund the program. The bill specifies that DHS must require any organization chosen to administer the program to fulfill that requirement to seek federal matching funds. Under the bill, a third-party organization chosen to administer the program may retain for administrative purposes an amount not to exceed 33 percent of the total contracted amount or the applicable cap found in federal law or guidance, whichever is lower. Electronic benefit transfer processing program The bill requires DHS to provide electronic benefit transfer and credit and debit card processing equipment and services to farmers[ markets and farmers who sell directly to consumers as a payment processing program. The bill specifies that LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the electronic benefit transfer processing equipment and services must include equipment and services for the state food stamp program, which is known as FoodShare. Under the bill, the vendor that processes the electronic benefit transfer and credit and debit card transactions must also process any local purchasing incentives. Eliminating FSET drug testing requirement 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 required DHS to promulgate rules to develop and implement a drug screening, testing, and treatment policy, which DHS promulgated as ch. DHS 38, Wis. Adm. Code. 2017 Wisconsin Act 370 incorporated into statutes ch. DHS 38, relating to drug screening, testing, and treatment for recipients of the FoodShare employment and training program (FSET). FoodShare provides financial assistance to purchase food items to individuals who have limited financial resources. The bill eliminates the requirement to implement a drug screening, testing, and treatment policy and removes from the statutes the language incorporated by Act 370. FSET work requirement Current law requires DHS to require all able-bodied adults, with some limited exceptions, who seek benefits from the FoodShare program to participate in the FoodShare employment and training program, known as FSET, unless they are already employed. The bill eliminates that requirement for able-bodied adults with dependents while retaining the requirement for able-bodied adults without dependents. Eliminating FSET pay-for-performance requirement Current law requires DHS to create and implement a payment system based on performance for entities that perform administrative functions for the FoodShare employment and training program, known as FSET. DHS must base the pay-for-performance system on performance outcomes specified in current law. The bill eliminates the requirement for DHS to create a pay-for-performance system for FSET vendors. EMERGENCY SERVICES Emergency medical services funding assistance Under current law, DHS must annually distribute grants for vehicles, supplies, equipment, medication, or training to certain emergency medical responder departments and certain ambulance service providers under a funding formula consisting of an identical base amount plus a supplemental amount based upon the population of the primary service area or contract area. Under the bill, the funding formula must consist of a base amount based on provider type and a supplemental amount based upon the population or other relevant factors of the primary service area or contract area. Currently, grant recipients may not expend more than 15 percent of a grant on nondurable or disposable medical supplies or equipment and medications. The bill removes the limitation for equipment. In addition, current law requires DHS to distribute grants to emergency LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 medical responder departments and certain ambulance service providers to pay for certain training, licensure, and certification requirements, including administration of the licensure examination for emergency medical technicians. Under the bill, the grants may be used to pay for administration of the licensure examination for any type of emergency medical services practitioner, not just emergency medical technicians. Emergency medical services grant funding The bill requires DHS to award grants each fiscal year to municipalities to improve or expand emergency medical services and creates an appropriation for that purpose. From the moneys appropriated each fiscal year, DHS must award 25 percent to municipalities to support the development of 24-7 paid service models in accordance with criteria developed by DHS. DHS must award the remainder using a formula consisting of a base amount, determined by DHS, for each municipality, plus a supplemental amount based on the municipality[s population. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE Medicaid expansion; elimination of childless adults demonstration project BadgerCare Plus and BadgerCare Plus Core are programs under the state[s Medical Assistance program, which provides health services to individuals who have limited financial resources. The federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act allows a state to receive an enhanced federal medical assistance percentage payment for providing benefits to certain individuals through a state[s Medical Assistance program. The bill changes the family income eligibility level to up to 133 percent of the federal poverty line for parents and caretaker relatives under BadgerCare Plus and for childless adults currently covered under BadgerCare Plus Core and for those who are incorporated into BadgerCare Plus in the bill. The bill requires DHS to comply with all federal requirements and to request any amendment to the state Medical Assistance plan, waiver of Medicaid law, or other federal approval necessary to qualify for the highest available enhanced federal medical assistance percentage for childless adults under the BadgerCare Plus program. Under current law, certain parents and caretaker relatives with incomes of not more than 100 percent of the federal poverty line, before a 5 percent income disregard is applied, are eligible for BadgerCare Plus benefits. Under current law, childless adults who 1) are under age 65; 2) have family incomes that do not exceed 100 percent of the federal poverty line, before a 5 percent income disregard is applied; and 3) are not otherwise eligible for Medical Assistance, including BadgerCare Plus, are eligible for benefits under BadgerCare Plus Core. The bill eliminates the childless adults demonstration project, known as BadgerCare Plus Core, as a separate program on July 1, 2025. Current law, as created by 2017 Wisconsin Act 370, requires that DHS implement the BadgerCare Reform waiver as it relates to childless adults as approved by the federal Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) effective October 31, 2018. The 2015]17 LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 and 2017]19 biennial budget acts required DHS to submit a waiver request to the federal Department of Health and Human Services authorizing DHS to take certain actions, including imposing premiums on, requiring a health risk assessment of, and limiting the time of eligibility for recipients of BadgerCare Plus under the childless adults demonstration project waiver. Act 370 required DHS to implement the childless adults BadgerCare Reform waiver by no later than November 1, 2019. If JCF determines that DHS has not complied with the implementation deadline, has not made sufficient progress in implementing the BadgerCare Reform waiver, or has not complied with other requirements relating to approved waiver implementation, Act 370 allows JCF to reduce from moneys allocated for state operations or administrative functions DHS[s appropriation or expenditure authority, whichever is applicable, or change the authorized level of full-time equivalent positions for DHS related to the Medical Assistance program. In April 2021, CMS withdrew approval of the community engagement requirements that had previously been approved in the October BadgerCare Reform waiver. The 2018 waiver was set to expire December 31, 2023, but CMS approved a temporary extension to December 31, 2024. As part of the approval of that extension, CMS removed authority for certain elements of the demonstration project, including disenrollment lockout periods, monthly premiums, health behavior assessments, health risk assessments, and the requirement for beneficiaries to answer questions about substance use treatment needs in order to remain eligible. On October 29, 2024, CMS approved DHS[s request for an extension of the BadgerCare Reform waiver through December 31, 2029, subject to the same limitations set forth in the 2023 temporary extension. The bill eliminates the statutory implementation requirement for the BadgerCare Reform waiver, including the deadline and penalties, eliminates the statutory requirement for DHS to seek the waiver, and allows DHS to modify or withdraw the waiver. Postpartum Medical Assistance coverage The bill requires DHS to seek approval from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to extend until the last day of the month in which the 365th day after the last day of the pregnancy falls Medical Assistance benefits to women who are eligible for those benefits when pregnant. Currently, postpartum women are eligible for Medical Assistance benefits until the last day of the month in which the 60th day after the last day of the pregnancy falls. required DHS to seek approval from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to extend these postpartum Medical Assistance benefits until the last day of the month in which the 90th day after the last day of the pregnancy falls. On June 3, 2022, DHS filed a Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver application with the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to extend postpartum coverage for eligible Medical Assistance recipients, as required by 2021 Wisconsin Act 58. Determination of eligibility for Medical Assistance or subsidized health LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2018, 31, 2021 Wisconsin Act 58 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 insurance coverage by indicating interest on an individual income tax return The bill requires DOR to include questions on an individual income tax return to determine whether the taxpayer or any member of the taxpayer[s household does not have health care coverage under a health insurance policy or health plan. If the taxpayer indicates that the taxpayer or any member of the taxpayer[s household does not have health care coverage, DOR must, at the taxpayer[s request, forward the taxpayer[s response to DHS to have DHS evaluate whether the taxpayer or a member of the taxpayer[s household is eligible to enroll in the Medical Assistance program or whether the taxpayer or a member of the taxpayer[s household is eligible for subsidized health insurance coverage through a health insurance marketplace for qualified health plans under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The bill specifies that DHS may not use any information provided to determine that the individual is ineligible to enroll in the Medical Assistance program. Medical Assistance waiver for health-related social needs The bill directs DHS to request a waiver from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to provide reimbursement for services for health- related social needs under the Medical Assistance program. Under the bill, DHS must provide reimbursement for those services if the waiver is granted. Payment for school medical services Under current law, if a school district or a cooperative educational service agency elects to provide school medical services and meets certain requirements, DHS is required to reimburse the school district or cooperative educational service agency for 60 percent of the federal share of allowable charges for the school medical services that they provide. If the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing elects to provide school medical services and meets certain other requirements, DHS is also required to reimburse DPI for 60 percent of the federal share of allowable charges for the school medical services that the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provide. Further, under current law, DHS is required to reimburse school districts, cooperative educational service agencies, and DPI, on behalf of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, for 90 percent of the federal share of allowable school medical services administrative costs. The bill increases the amount that DHS is required to reimburse a school district, cooperative educational service agency, and DPI, on behalf of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, for provided school medical services to 100 percent of the federal share of allowable charges for the school medical services. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill also increases the amount that DHS is required to reimburse a school district, cooperative educational service agency, and DPI, on behalf of the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired or the Wisconsin Educational Services Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, to 100 percent of the federal share of allowable school medical services administrative costs. Certified peer specialist services The bill requires DHS to provide as a benefit and reimburse services provided by certified peer specialists under the Medical Assistance program. The bill also adds services provided by certified peer specialists to a DHS program to coordinate and continue care following a substance use overdose. A Xcertified peer specialist,Y as defined in the bill, is an individual who has experience in the mental health and substance use services system, who is trained to provide support to others, and who has received peer specialist or parent peer specialist certification. The bill requires DHS to reimburse under the Medical Assistance program a certified peer specialist service that meets all of the following criteria: the recipient of the certified peer specialist service is in treatment for or recovery from mental illness or a substance use disorder; the certified peer specialist provides the service under the supervision of a competent mental health professional and in coordination and accordance with the recipient[s individual treatment plan and treatment goals; and the certified peer specialist completes the training requirements specified by DHS. Medical Assistance coverage of doula services The bill requires DHS to request any necessary waiver or amendment to the state Medical Assistance plan to allow Medical Assistance reimbursement for doula services and, if any necessary waiver or amendment is approved, directs DHS to reimburse certified doulas for doula services provided to Medical Assistance recipients. Doula services consist of childbirth education and support services, including emotional and physical support provided during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. Medical Assistance coverage for incarcerated individuals The bill authorizes DHS to submit a request to the secretary of the federal Department of Health and Human Services for a waiver of federal Medicaid law to conduct a demonstration project allowing prerelease coverage to incarcerated individuals for certain services under the Medical Assistance program for up to 90 days before release if the individual is otherwise eligible for coverage under the Medical Assistance program. The bill provides that if the waiver is approved, DHS may provide reimbursement under the Medical Assistance program for both the federal and nonfederal share of services, including case management services, provided to incarcerated individuals under the waiver. Medical assistance coverage of nonsurgical treatment for TMJ disorder Under current law, the Medical Assistance program provides coverage for certain dental services. Under the bill, this coverage includes nonsurgical LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 treatment of temporomandibular joint disorder, commonly known as XTMJ disorder.Y Statewide contract for dental benefits The bill requires DHS to submit any necessary request to the federal Department of Health and Human Services for a state plan amendment or waiver of federal Medicaid law to implement a statewide contract for dental benefits through a single vendor under the Medical Assistance program. If the federal government disapproves the amendment or waiver request, the bill provides that DHS is not required to implement the statewide contract. Medical Assistance coverage for detoxification and stabilization services The bill requires DHS to provide reimbursement for detoxification and stabilization services under the Medical Assistance program. The bill requires DHS to submit to the federal government any request for federal approval necessary to provide the reimbursement for detoxification and stabilization services under the Medical Assistance program, and makes reimbursement contingent upon any needed federal approval. The bill defines detoxification and stabilization services as adult residential integrated behavioral health stabilization service, residential withdrawal management service, or residential intoxication monitoring service. The bill also requires DHS, through the community grants program it is required to administer, to distribute not more than $500,000 each fiscal year for grants to community-based withdrawal centers, including those certified as a residential intoxication monitoring service, residential withdrawal management service, or adult residential integrated behavioral health stabilization service. Medical Assistance payments to rural health clinics The bill modifies the methodology DHS must use for reimbursing rural health clinics for services provided to Medical Assistance recipients. Currently, DHS reimburses rural health clinics for the reasonable costs of the services they provide. Under the bill, for services provided on or after July 1, 2026, DHS must reimburse rural health clinics using a payment methodology based on the federal Medicaid prospective payment system, which directs that reimbursement be provided to a rural health clinic at a rate that is based upon the rural health clinic[s per-visit costs in previous years, adjusted for medical cost inflation and for any change in the scope of services furnished by the rural health clinic. Elimination of birth cost recovery Under current law, as a condition of eligibility for benefits under the Medical Assistance program, a person is deemed to have assigned to the state by applying for or receiving benefits under the Medical Assistance program any rights to medical support or other payment of medical expenses from any other person. Current law further provides that if a mother of a child was enrolled in a health maintenance organization or other prepaid health care plan under the Medical Assistance program at the time of the child[s birth, then birth expenses that were incurred by the health maintenance organization or other prepaid health care plan LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 may be recovered by the state. The bill provides that no birth expenses may be recovered by the state under this process. Eliminating legislative oversight of federal waivers. Current law, as created by 2017 Wisconsin Act 370, prohibits DHS from submitting a request to a federal agency for a waiver or renewal, modification, withdrawal, suspension, or termination of a waiver of federal law or rules or for authorization to implement a pilot program or demonstration project unless legislation has been enacted specifically directing the submission of the request. For any legislation that requires submission of a request that has not yet been submitted, current law requires DHS to submit an implementation plan to JCF and submit its final proposed request to JCF for approval. Current law requires DHS to take certain actions and submit monthly progress reports to JCF once a request has been submitted to the federal agency. When the federal agency has approved the request in whole or in part and the request has not been fully implemented, current law requires DHS to submit its final implementation plan to JCF for approval. Current law allows JCF to reduce from moneys allocated for state operations or administrative functions the agency[s appropriation or expenditure authority or change the authorized level of full-time equivalent positions for the agency related to the program for which the request is required to be submitted if JCF determines that the state agency has not made sufficient progress or is not acting in accordance with the enacted legislation requiring the submission of the request. The bill eliminates the requirement that legislation be enacted in order for DHS to submit a request for a waiver or renewal, modification, withdrawal, suspension, or termination of a waiver of federal law or rules or for authorization to implement a pilot program or demonstration project. The bill also eliminates the legislative review procedure for requests for waivers, pilot programs, or demonstration projects required by current law created by Act 370. Eliminating legislative review of Medicaid state plan amendments The Medical Assistance program is the state[s Medicaid program and is jointly funded by the state and federal governments through a detailed agreement known as the state plan. Under current law created by 2017 Wisconsin Act 370, DHS is required to submit to JCF under its passive review process any proposed Medical Assistance state plan amendment and any proposed change to a reimbursement rate for or supplemental payment to a Medical Assistance provider that has an expected fiscal effect of $7,500,000 or more from all revenue sources over a 12- month period. The bill eliminates this requirement to submit for JCF review Medical Assistance state plan amendments, changes to reimbursement rates, or supplemental payments. Dental reimbursement pilot project reporting requirement Under current law, DHS must distribute moneys under a dental reimbursement pilot project to increase the reimbursement rate for pediatric dental care and adult emergency dental services provided under the Medical Assistance program in Brown, Marathon, Polk, and Racine Counties and, if certain requirements are met, in any other county, as determined by DHS, where Medical LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Assistance recipients have the greatest need for pediatric dental care and adult emergency dental services. In addition, current law requires DHS to submit a biennial report on the pilot project to the chief clerk of each house of the legislature, each standing committee of the legislature with jurisdiction over health or public benefits, and JCF. The bill eliminates the reporting requirement. Community support program Currently, mental health and psychosocial rehabilitative services provided by a community support program are a benefit provided by the Medical Assistance program. Under current law, for these services, a county pays the nonfederal share of the Medical Assistance reimbursement and DHS reimburses the service provider for the federal share of the Medical Assistance reimbursement. Under the bill, DHS must reimburse a county for both the federal and nonfederal share of the allowable charges for mental health and psychosocial rehabilitative services provided by a community support program. Hospital assessment Under current law, certain hospitals must pay an annual assessment that is equal to a percentage of the hospital[s gross patient revenues. Currently, DHS must set the percentage so that the total amount of assessments collected in a fiscal year is $414,507,300. The bill increases this amount to $1,341,839,500. Under current law, institutions for mental disease, certain general psychiatric hospitals, and critical access hospitals are not required to pay the assessment. The bill also exempts rehabilitation hospitals and long-term acute care hospitals from paying the assessment. Currently, DHS must use a portion of the assessments collected to pay for services provided under the Medical Assistance program by the hospitals from which the assessments are collected. Under current law, the payments must equal the amount collected divided by 61.68 percent. The bill increases that percentage to 62.39. Under current law, a critical access hospital must also pay an annual assessment that is equal to a percentage of the critical access hospital[s gross inpatient revenues. Currently, DHS must use a portion of the assessments collected to pay for services provided by critical access hospitals under the Medical Assistance program. Under current law, the payments must equal the amount collected divided by 61.68 percent. Under the bill, the payments must equal $49,392,400, and moneys from a biennial GPR appropriation for Medical Assistance program benefits may also be used as needed to fund the nonfederal share of payments for the services. Children[s behavioral health managed care The bill authorizes DHS to request a waiver from the federal Department of Health and Human Services to administer a children[s behavioral health specialty managed care program under the Medical Assistance program. The bill provides that DHS may administer the children[s behavioral health specialty managed care program if the waiver is granted. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Children[s long-term support waiver program The bill requires DHS to ensure that any eligible child who applies for the disabled children[s long-term support waiver program receives services under that program. The disabled children[s long-term support waiver program provides services to children who have developmental, physical, or severe emotional disabilities and who are living at home or in another community-based setting. Pediatric inpatient supplement The bill establishes in statute reference to supplemental funding totaling $2,000,000 to be distributed by DHS to certain acute care hospitals located in Wisconsin that have a total of more than 12,000 inpatient days in the hospital[s acute care pediatric units and intensive care pediatric units, not including neonatal intensive care units. In addition, under the bill, DHS may distribute additional funding of $7,500,000 in each state fiscal year to hospitals that are free-standing pediatric teaching hospitals located in Wisconsin that have a Medicaid inpatient utilization rate greater than 45 percent. Expanding eligibility for subsidized guardianships and kinship care payments Under current law, a guardian appointed by the juvenile court or tribal court to provide care to a child adjudged to be in need of protection or services or a juvenile adjudged to be in need of protection or services, if the juvenile[s parent or prior guardian is unable or needs assistance to control the juvenile, may receive monthly subsidized guardianship payments from DCF or a county department of human or social services (county department) reimbursed by DCF or an Indian tribe reimbursed by DCF. A guardian may receive such payments only if certain conditions have been met, including that 1) the child, if 14 years of age or over, has been consulted with regarding the guardianship arrangement; 2) the guardian has a strong commitment to caring for the child permanently; 3) the guardian is licensed as the child[s foster parent, which licensing includes an inspection of the guardian[s home under rules promulgated by DCF; 4) the guardian and all adult residents of the guardian[s home have passed a criminal background investigation; and 5) prior to being named as guardian of the child, the guardian entered into a subsidized guardianship agreement with DCF, the county department, or the Indian tribe. Under the bill, a guardian appointed by the juvenile court or tribal court to a juvenile adjudged to be delinquent or a juvenile adjudged to be in need of protection or services for any reason may receive monthly subsidized guardianship payments from DCF, a county department, or an Indian tribe. Under current law, a kinship care provider who is providing temporary care to a child or juvenile adjudged to be in need of protection or services may receive monthly kinship care payments from DCF, a county department, or an Indian tribe. Under the bill, a kinship care provider who is providing temporary care to a juvenile alleged to be delinquent may receive such payments. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all CHILDREN 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under current law, kinship care payments are administered directly by DCF in Milwaukee County. Under the bill, a county department in Milwaukee County may administer kinship care payments and be reimbursed by DCF. The bill also requires that in a dispositional order placing a juvenile who has been adjudicated delinquent outside his or her home, in addition to the findings required under current law, the court must also find that continued placement in the juvenile[s home would be contrary to the welfare of the juvenile. Under current law, such an order must include a finding that the juvenile[s current residence will not safeguard the welfare of the juvenile or the community due to the serious nature of the act for which the juvenile was adjudicated delinquent. DCF child support assignment and referrals The bill removes the assignment to the state of child support orders and arrears existing at the time a child enters foster care. The bill also removes the role of DCF and a county department in providing child support referrals and collecting child support for families with children in out-of-home care except if DCF or a county department determines that such a referral is appropriate under rules to be promulgated by DCF. The bill eliminates from the Juvenile Justice Code requirements that the juvenile court order child support, except for modification of existing orders, and order the parents of a juvenile under DCF supervision to contribute towards the costs of certain sanctions, dispositions, or placements. The bill also adds language to the Xbest interests of the childY factor that under current law must be used by the family court when modifying a child support order. The bill specifies that, for a child in out-of-home care under the Children[s Code or the Juvenile Justice Code, this factor includes the impact on the child of family expenditures to improve any conditions in the home that would facilitate the reunification of the child with the child[s family, if appropriate, and the importance of a placement that is the least restrictive of the rights of the child and the parents and the most appropriate for meeting the needs of the child and the family. Foster care and kinship care rates and payments The bill eliminates the separate monthly basic maintenance rates that the state or a county pays to foster parents certified to provide level one care so that age-based monthly basic maintenance rates are paid to all foster parents. The bill changes the rates paid to all kinship care providers, which under current law are $375 per month for a child of any age, to be the same as the age-based monthly basic maintenance rates paid to foster parents. The bill also increases these age-based monthly basic maintenance rates by 5 percent. Beginning on January 1, 2026, the monthly rates are $463 for a child under five years of age, $507 for a child 5 to 11 years of age, $575 for a child 12 to 14 years of age, and $601 for a child 15 years of age or over. The bill provides that, in addition to the monthly rates currently paid to a foster home or a kinship care provider who is providing care and maintenance for a child, DCF or a county department of human services or social services may make emergency payments for kinship care to a kinship care provider or for foster care to a foster home if any of the following conditions are met: LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 1. The governor has declared a state of emergency, or the federal government has declared a major disaster, that covers the locality of the home of the kinship care provider who is providing foster care in the home (home). 2. This state has received federal funding to be used for child welfare purposes due to an emergency or disaster declared for the locality of the home. 3. DCF has determined that conditions in this state or in the locality of the home have resulted in a temporary increase in the costs borne by foster homes and kinship care providers, including a pandemic or other public health threat, a natural disaster, or unplanned school closures of five consecutive days or more. The bill provides that DCF must determine the amount of an emergency payment based on available funding and may promulgate rules governing the provision of the payments. The bill changes the statutes and the administrative code to make all foster homes and kinship care providers eligible to receive exceptional payments to enable siblings or a minor parent and minor children to reside together and to receive an initial clothing allowance. Under current law, these payments are only available to foster homes certified to provide higher than level one care. Benefits eligibility screening The bill directs DCF or a county department (the department) to periodically screen each child under the placement and care of the department in out-of-home care, other than children placed with kinship care providers receiving kinship care payments, to determine if the child is eligible for federal or state benefits (benefits). If the department finds that a child is eligible for benefits, the department must do all of the following: 1. Apply for the benefits for which the child is eligible on behalf of the child. 2. Ensure that the child, the child[s guardian ad litem, and the child[s parent, guardian, or Indian custodian receive proper and timely notice of any application for benefits, the results of an application for benefits, and any appeal of a denial of benefits that could be or is filed on behalf of the child. 3. Provide the child with training covering financial literacy and maintaining benefit eligibility prior to the child aging out of out-of-home care. If the department is appointed as representative payee for a child receiving benefits under the bill, the department must conserve the child[s benefits in protected accounts that avoid asset limitations for federal and state programs, consistent with the best interests of the child; provide a periodic accounting to the child, the child[s attorney or guardian ad litem, and the child[s parent, guardian, or Indian custodian regarding the conservation and use of the child[s benefits while the child is in the department[s care; and work with the child and the appropriate federal agency to return remaining funds to the child or another fiduciary once the child exits the department[s care. The department may contract with a public or private agency to fulfill the requirements of the bill. The department may not use benefits received on behalf of a child to pay for the costs of caring for the child in out-of-home care, but may use LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the child[s federal benefits for the child[s unmet needs beyond what the agency is obligated to, is required to, or has agreed to provide. The bill requires DCF to promulgate rules to implement the bill and authorizes DCF to promulgate emergency rules for the period before permanent rules take effect. Representation of parents in CHIPS proceedings Under current law, a parent is generally not entitled to representation by a public defender in a proceeding under the Children[s Code in which a child is alleged to be in need of protection or services. However, a pilot program that began in 2018 requires the SPD to assign counsel to any nonpetitioning parent in these cases in Brown, Outagamie, Racine, Kenosha, and Winnebago Counties. This five- county pilot program is set to expire after June 2025. The bill extends the expiration date of the pilot program to December 31, 2026. Independent living services eligibility expansion The bill expands a current program under which DCF must distribute $231,700 each fiscal year for the purpose of assisting individuals who reach the age of 18 while residing in out-of-home care to make the transition from out-of-home care to a successful adulthood. The bill expands this program to also assist an individual who resided in out-of-home care, including in the home of like-kin or in the home of a person who is not a relative or like-kin, for at least six months after his or her 16th birthday; an individual who was placed under a guardianship as a child in need of protection or services on or after his or her 16th birthday; and an individual who was adopted on or after his or her 16th birthday following time in out-of-home care. The bill also allows the services funded by this program to be offered until age 23, and allows the funding to be distributed to Indian tribes and private and public agencies and organizations. The bill also removes the requirement that DCF distribute a minimum of $231,700 in each fiscal year for the program. Specialized congregate care payments The bill grants DCF the authority to expend funds to provide payments for specialized services to children with high acuity needs in congregate care facilities. XCongregate care facilitiesY means group homes, shelter care facilities, and residential care centers for children and youth. Children and family services Under current law, DCF must distribute $101,551,400 in fiscal year 2023]24 and $101,939,600 in fiscal year 2024]25 to counties for children and family services. The bill updates those amounts to $104,969,500 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $110,869,200 in fiscal year 2026]27. Child care partnership grant program The bill authorizes DCF to establish a grant program to award funding to businesses, nonprofits, or governmental entities (businesses) that provide or wish to provide child care services for their employees. The bill allows such a grant to be LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 used to reserve child care placements for local business employees, pay child care tuition, and other costs related to child care. Under the bill, a grant recipient with 50 or fewer employees must provide at least 10 percent matching funds and a grant recipient with more than 50 employees must provide at least 15 percent matching funds. The bill allows DCF to promulgate rules to administer the grant program, including to determine eligibility for a grant, and authorizes DCF to promulgate these as emergency rules. Child care access program The bill requires DCF to contract with Wonderschool, Inc., and Wisconsin Early Childhood Association, Inc., to increase access to high-quality child care. The bill requires DCF to enter into a $4,500,000 contract with Wonderschool to 1) increase the child care workforce by launching an online software platform that is linked to DCF[s website to connect child care providers with child care workers and a pool of substitute child care workers and 2) build child care capacity in this state. The bill also requires DCF to enter into a $5,500,000 contract with Wisconsin Early Childhood Association to provide 1) existing or prospective child care providers with licensing and certification assistance, 2) coaching and other support services, and 3) tax education assistance for child care centers that provide care and supervision for between four and eight children. Grants for out-of-school time programs The bill directs DCF to make grants to out-of-school time programs, defined as structured programs or activities that meet all of the following conditions: 1. To the extent practicable, the program or activity is led by adult mentors using evidence-based or evidence-informed practices and is provided to school-age children before school, after school, or during the summer. 2. The program or activity does not supplant instructional services provided by a school or result in academic credit for students. 3. The program or activity relates to improving social, emotional, academic, or career readiness competencies; reducing negative behaviors, including violence and crime, tobacco use, alcohol and substance abuse, disengagement from school, school suspension, truancy, and health-compromising behaviors; providing a safe out-of- school time environment; or engaging in career exploration or formal or informal work-based learning. The bill requires DCF to promulgate rules to implement the grant program and authorizes DCF to promulgate emergency rules for the period before permanent rules take effect. Complex patient pilot program The bill requires DHS to select, using a competitive grant selection process, partnership groups to be designated as participating sites for a complex patient pilot program and then award grants to the partnership groups selected. The bill provides that a partnership group is one or more hospitals in partnership with one or more post-acute facilities. The bill provides that DHS must solicit feedback LRB-2186/1 ALL:all HEALTH 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 regarding the pilot program from representatives of health care system organizations, long-term care provider organizations, long-term care operator organizations, patient advocate groups, insurers, and any other organization determined to be relevant by the secretary of health services. Under the bill, DHS must require each partnership group that applies to be designated as a site for the pilot program to address certain issues in its application, including 1) the number of complex patient care beds that will be set aside in a post-acute facility or through implementation of another innovative model of patient care in a post-acute facility to which participating hospitals agree; 2) defined goals and measurable outcomes of the partnership both during and after the pilot program; 3) the types of complex patients for whom care will be provided; 4) an operating budget for the proposed site; and 5) the participant group[s expertise to successfully implement the proposal. The bill requires DHS to develop a methodology to evaluate the pilot program and contract with an independent organization to complete the evaluation. Under the bill, DHS may pay the organization[s fee from the funding appropriated for the pilot program. The bill requires DHS to give additional weight to partnership groups that would ensure geographic diversity. Upon completion of the required evaluation, the independent organization contracted by DHS to conduct the evaluation must provide the evaluation to DHS. Health care entity oversight and transparency The bill creates various requirements and procedures related to health care entity oversight and transparency. The bill establishes procedures for review of proposed material change transactions involving health care entities. The bill requires DHS to promulgate rules to define, for purposes of the provisions in the bill, what entities are considered to be health care entities and what constitutes a material change transaction. The bill requires, among other things, that before consummating any material change transaction, a health care entity must submit written notice to DHS. Under the bill, DHS must post information about the proposed transaction on its website no less than 30 days before the anticipated implementation of the material change transaction or, if the department is notified less than 30 days before the anticipated implementation, as soon as is practicable. The bill includes procedures for DHS to review and approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove a proposed transaction. The bill provides for post-transaction oversight, including possible enforcement by the attorney general and DHS, as well as monitoring of compliance and required reporting. The bill also prohibits the corporate practice of medicine and requires DHS to promulgate rules to define what conduct constitutes the corporate practice of medicine within the scope of the prohibition. The bill adds transparency requirements relating to ownership and control of health care entities. Under the bill, with certain exceptions, each health care entity must report certain information relating to ownership and control to DHS annually and upon the consummation of a material change transaction involving the entity, including the legal name of the entity, its business address, and locations of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 operations, as well as a current organizational chart showing the business structure of the health care entity and the name and contact information of a representative of the entity. Beginning in 2028, the bill requires DHS to post on its publicly available website an annual report based on the health care entity reporting from the previous year. The bill includes enforcement mechanisms, including granting DHS authority to audit and inspect the records of any health care entity that has failed to submit complete reporting information or if DHS has reason to question the accuracy or completeness of the information submitted. The bill requires DHS to conduct annual audits of a random sample of health care entities to verify compliance with and accuracy and completeness of required reporting. The bill includes penalties for failure to submit a required report and for submitting a report containing false information. Health care entities consisting of independent health care providers or provider organizations without any third- party ownership or control entities, with 10 or fewer physicians or less than $10 million in annual revenue, are subject to forfeiture of up to $50,000 for each report not provided or containing false information, and all other health care entities are subject to a forfeiture of up to $500,000 for each report not provided or containing false information. The bill also includes authority for DHS to promulgate rules to implement the provisions of the bill. Women[s health block grant Under current law, DHS must allocate women[s health funds, which are funds received by the state from the federal government under Title V of the federal Social Security Act, to develop and maintain an integrated system of community health services and to maximize the coordination of family planning services. Current law excludes from the definition of Xfamily planningY the performance, promotion, encouragement, or counseling in favor of, or referral either directly or through an intermediary for, voluntary termination of pregnancy but includes in the definition of Xfamily planningY the provision of nondirective information explaining prenatal care and delivery or infant care, foster care, or adoption. Current law provides that DHS must distribute women[s health funds only to public entities. However, current law allows those public entities to provide some or all of the funds received to other public entities or private entities but only if the recipients of the funds do not provide abortion services, make referrals for abortion services, or have an affiliate that provides abortion services or makes referrals for abortion services. The bill continues to allow public entities that receive funds from DHS to provide some or all of the funds to other public or private entities but eliminates the restriction on which public or private entities may receive those funds. The bill also includes in the definition of Xfamily planningY the provision of nondirective information explaining pregnancy termination. Nursing home bed access Under current law, DHS licenses nursing home beds and enforces a maximum limit on the number of these licensed beds in the state. The bill reduces that limit LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 from 51,795 to 25,415. The bill also directs DHS to allocate 125 nursing home beds to applicants that agree to prioritize admissions of patients with complex needs and patients who have been unable to find appropriate placement at another facility. Newborn screening program In general, under current law, newborns must be tested for certain congenital and metabolic disorders as specified in rules promulgated by DHS. The federal Department of Health and Human Services maintains a list of disorders for which it recommends testing in newborns, known as the federal Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP). Under the bill, DHS must evaluate each disorder that is included in the RUSP as of January 1, 2025, to determine whether newborns in this state should be tested for that disorder. This requirement does not apply to any disorder in the RUSP if, as of January 1, 2025, the disorder is already included in the list of disorders for which newborns must be tested in this state. In addition, the bill requires DHS to evaluate any disorder added to the RUSP after January 1, 2025, to determine whether newborns in this state should be tested for that newly added disorder. If DHS determines newborns should not be tested for the disorder, DHS must annually review medical literature and DHS[s capacity and resources to test for the disorder in order to determine whether to reevaluate the inclusion of the disorder in newborn testing in this state. If, in any of these evaluations or reevaluations, DHS determines that a disorder in the RUSP should be added to the list of disorders for which newborns must be tested in this state, the bill requires DHS to promulgate rules to add that disorder. The requirements for evaluations, reviews, and reevaluations under the bill do not apply to a disorder in the RUSP if DHS is in the process of adding, by rule, the disorder to the list of disorders for which newborns must be tested in this state. However, if the rule-making procedure for that disorder does not result in promulgation of a rule, then DHS must consider the disorder under the review and reevaluation procedures under the bill. Electrocardiogram screening pilot project for middle school and high school athletes in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties The bill directs DHS to develop a pilot program to provide electrocardiogram screenings for participants in middle school and high school athletics programs in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties. DHS is required to award $4,067,200 in grants in fiscal year 2026]27 to local health departments to implement the program. The bill specifies that participation in the program by participants in middle school and high school athletics programs must be optional. Alzheimer[s Family and Caregiver Support Program Under current law, DHS is required to allocate funds to agencies to be used for the administration and implementation of an Alzheimer[s Family and Caregiver Support Program for persons with Alzheimer[s disease and their caregivers. Current law provides that DHS may not distribute more than $3,058,900 in each LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 fiscal year for services to persons with Alzheimer[s disease and their caregivers. The bill increases that limit to $3,558,900 in each fiscal year. Maternal and child health grants The bill authorizes DHS to distribute up to $800,000 in each fiscal year to organizations whose mission is to improve maternal and child health in Wisconsin. Mobile dental clinic grants The bill requires DHS to award grants to community health centers to procure and operate mobile dental clinics. A community health center is a health care entity that provides primary health care, health education, and social services to low-income individuals. Grants for free and charitable clinics and FQHC look-alikes Under current law, DHS must annually award $2,250,000 in grants to free and charitable clinics. The bill increases that amount to $2,500,000 annually. Free and charitable clinics are nonprofit health care organizations that provide health services to individuals who are uninsured, underinsured, or have limited or no access to primary, specialty, or prescription care. The bill also requires DHS to annually award $200,000 in grants to federally qualified health center (FQHC) look-alikes. Under the bill, a grant to an FQHC look-alike may not exceed $100,000. XFQHCY is a federal designation for health care entities that meet certain requirements, including providing primary health care services to medically underserved populations, and receive federal grant moneys. XFQHC look-alikeY is a federal designation for health care entities that meet all of the requirements of FQHCs but do not receive federal FQHC grant moneys. Health care provider training grants Under current law, DHS must distribute grants to hospitals, health systems, and educational entities that form health care education and training consortia for allied health professionals in an amount up to $125,000 per consortium in each fiscal year. The grants may be used for curriculum and faculty development, tuition reimbursement, or clinical site or simulation expenses. Current law also requires DHS to distribute grants to hospitals and clinics that provide training opportunities for advanced practice clinicians in an amount up to $50,000 per hospital or clinic in each fiscal year and to give preference to training programs that include rural hospitals and rural clinics as clinical training locations. The grants must be used to pay for the costs of operating a clinical training program for advanced practice clinicians. Current law requires grant recipients under both grant programs to match the grants through their own funding sources. The bill combines those grant programs under a single section of the statutes and funds the grants from a single appropriation. The bill removes the current law matching requirement for grant recipients and the grant amount caps. The bill also requires DHS to distribute grants to health systems that provide training opportunities for advanced practice clinicians and to hospitals, health systems, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 clinics, and educational entities that form health care education and training consortia for behavioral health providers. In awarding any grant under the bill, DHS must give preference to training programs that include rural hospitals and rural clinics as clinical training locations. The bill specifies that acceptable uses of grant moneys include reasonable expenses incurred by a trainee, expenses related to planning and implementing a training program, and up to $5,000 in equipment expenses. Falls prevention funding The bill directs DHS to award $450,000 in each of fiscal years 2025]26 and 2026]27 to an organization committed to reducing falls among older adults for the purpose of statewide falls prevention awareness and initiatives. Assistive technology services Under current law, DHS awards grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $250,000 in each fiscal year for grants to provide assistive technology services. Community dental health coordinators The bill requires DHS to award grants to support community dental health coordinators in rural regions of the state. Community dental health coordinators are individuals who help facilitate oral health care for families and individuals, particularly in underserved communities. Grant funding for diaper banks Under current law, DHS is required to award grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $500,000 in each fiscal year as grants to diaper banks to provide diapers to families in need. Health care provider innovation grants The bill requires DHS to award $7,500,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 as grants to health care providers and long-term care providers to implement best practices and innovative solutions to increase worker recruitment and retention. Medical debt collections reporting The bill prohibits a health care provider, or a billing administrator or debt collector acting on behalf of a health care provider, from reporting to a consumer reporting agency that a debt arising from services provided by the health care provider is in collections status unless 1) the health care provider provided a written statement to the patient describing the unpaid amount and due date and that included the name and address of the health care provider that provided the services, 2) the written statement includes a statement indicating that if payment is not received, the debt may be reported to a credit reporting agency, 3) six months have passed since the due date listed on that statement, and 4) the patient does not dispute the charges. Statewide poison control program Under current law, DHS must implement a statewide poison control system LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 that provides statewide poison control services 24 hours a day and 365 days a year and provides poison information and education to health care professionals and the public. Current law provides that DHS must distribute funding up to $425,000 in each fiscal year to supplement the operation of the system and to provide for the statewide collection and reporting of poison control data. The bill increases this amount to $482,500. Conversion of lead poisoning and lead services grant appropriation from annual to continuing. The bill converts an appropriation to DHS for the purpose of providing lead poisoning or lead exposure prevention grants from an annual appropriation to a continuing appropriation. Annual appropriations are appropriations expendable only for the fiscal year for which they are made. Continuing appropriations are appropriations that are expendable until fully depleted or repealed by the legislature. Mike Johnson grants The bill increases from $4,000,000 to $4,500,000 the annual maximum amount of Mike Johnson life care and early intervention services grants that DHS awards to organizations for HIV-related services, including needs assessments, assistance in procuring services, counseling and therapy, home care services and supplies, advocacy, case management services, and early intervention services. Grants for pediatric health psychology residency and fellowship training programs Under current law, DHS awards grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $600,000 in each fiscal year as grants to support pediatric health psychology residency and fellowship training programs. Trauma resilience grant The bill allows DHS, through the grants program it is required to administer, to distribute up to $250,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and up to $250,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 as a grant to an organization in the city of Milwaukee to support the needs of individuals impacted by trauma and to develop the capacity of organizations to treat and prevent trauma. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Psychiatric residential treatment facilities The bill establishes a DHS certification process for psychiatric residential treatment facilities. The bill defines a psychiatric residential treatment facility as a nonhospital facility that provides inpatient comprehensive mental health treatment services to individuals under the age of 21 who, due to mental illness, substance use, or severe emotional disturbance, need treatment that can most effectively be provided in a residential treatment facility. Psychiatric residential treatment facilities must be certified by DHS to operate. The bill also provides that services through a psychiatric residential treatment facility are reimbursable under the Medical Assistance program. The LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 bill requires DHS to submit to the federal government any request for federal approval necessary to provide the reimbursement for services by a psychiatric residential treatment facility under the Medical Assistance program. Under current law, DHS must award grants for certain community programs. The bill allows DHS to distribute up to $1,790,000 each fiscal year to support psychiatric residential treatment facilities. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline grants The bill requires DHS to award grants to organizations that provide crisis intervention services and crisis care coordination to individuals who contact the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline from anywhere within the state. Currently, DHS partners with Wisconsin Lifeline to provide statewide 988 crisis hotline services. Crisis stabilization facilities grants The bill requires DHS to award grants for services at facilities providing crisis stabilization services. Under the bill, Xcrisis stabilization servicesY are optional emergency mental health services that provide short-term, intensive, community- based services to avoid the need for inpatient hospitalization. Crisis program enhancement grants The bill expands the crisis program enhancement grant program to include grants to counties, regions comprising multiple counties, or municipalities to establish and enhance law enforcement and behavioral health services emergency response collaboration programs. Under current law, the crisis program enhancement grant program requires DHS to award grants to counties or regions of multiple counties to establish or enhance crisis programs to serve individuals having crises in rural areas. The bill instructs DHS to annually award a total amount of $2,000,000 in each fiscal biennium to establish and enhance law enforcement and behavioral health services emergency response collaboration programs. The bill requires any entity that receives a grant to establish and enhance law enforcement and behavioral health services emergency response collaboration programs to contribute at least 25 percent of the grant amount awarded for the purpose that the grant money is received. Crisis urgent care and observation facilities The bill amends a biennial appropriation to DHS for grants to support crisis urgent care and observation facilities to make it a continuing appropriation. Biennial appropriations are appropriations that are expendable for the fiscal biennium for which they are made. Continuing appropriations are appropriations that are expendable until fully depleted or repealed by a subsequent action of the legislature. Extended intensive treatment surcharge Under current law, an individual may be placed at or transferred to a state center for the developmentally disabled if DHS and the individual[s county of residence agree upon a maximum discharge date for the individual, among other LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 requirements. Currently, DHS may impose a surcharge on a county for certain services provided at a center for the developmentally disabled after an individual[s maximum discharge date. Under current law, all moneys received as payment for the surcharge must be provided to counties for onetime costs associated with relocating individuals from a center for the developmentally disabled. Under the bill, the surcharge must be used instead for the provision of alternative services by mental health institutes and centers for the developmentally disabled, such as residential, dental, and mental health services. Funding for Winnebago Mental Health Institute The bill transfers moneys from the general fund to a program revenue appropriation for DHS to support the operations of Winnebago Mental Health Institute. Mental health consultation program The bill combines the child psychiatry consultation program with additional services into a new mental health consultation program. The bill also splits off funding for the existing addiction medicine consultation program into a separate appropriation. Currently, the child psychiatry consultation program assists participating clinicians in providing care to children with mental health care needs and provides referral support and additional services. Current law requires DHS to convene interested persons, including the Medical College of Wisconsin, to develop a plan and standards for a comprehensive mental health consultation program incorporating various psychiatry specialties, including addiction medicine; a perinatal psychiatry consultation program; and the child psychiatry consultation program. This requirement is eliminated in the bill along with the separate child psychiatry consultation program. Under current law, the addiction medicine consultation program assists participating clinicians in providing care to patients with substance use addiction and provides referral support and additional services. The bill retains the program, but establishes a new appropriation to fund the program. The bill requires an organization to administer a mental health consultation program (MHCP) that incorporates a comprehensive set of mental health consultation services and may include perinatal, child, adult, geriatric, pain, veteran, and general mental health consultation services. Under the bill, the organization that currently administers the child psychiatry consultation program must administer the MHCP during the 2025]26 fiscal year, but DHS may contract with another organization in subsequent fiscal years. The contracting organization may contract with any other entity to perform any operations and satisfy any requirements of the MHCP. The contracting organization must do all of the following: ensure that mental health providers providing services through the MHCP have the appropriate credentials as described in the bill, maintain infrastructure to provide services statewide on every weekday, provide consultation services as promptly as practicable, report to DHS any information DHS requires, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 conduct surveys of participating clinicians as described in the bill, and provide certain specified services. Those specified services are the following: support for clinicians participating in the MHCP to assist in the management of mental health concerns; triage-level assessments to determine the most appropriate response; diagnostics and therapeutic feedback when medically appropriate; and recruitment of other practices to a provider[s services. The MHCP must be able to provide consultation services by telephone and email but may also provide services by other means. In addition to the services required in the bill, which are eligible for funding by DHS, the contracting organization may provide any of the services specified in the bill that are eligible for funding by DHS. HOUSING WHEDA housing programs modifications The bill makes modifications to three housing programs administered by WHEDA: the residential housing infrastructure revolving loan program, also known as the Infrastructure Access program; the main street housing rehabilitation revolving loan program, also known as the Restore Main Street program; and the commercial-to-housing conversion revolving loan program, also known as the Vacancy-to-Vitality program. For the Infrastructure Access program, the bill does all of the following: 1. Allows a loan to a developer to provide for up to 33 percent of total project costs and a loan to a governmental unit to provide for up to 25 percent of total project costs. Under current law, a loan to developers may provide for up to 20 percent of total project costs and a loan to a governmental unit may provide for up to 10 percent of total project costs. 2. Permits up to 25 percent of the amount of a loan to a developer to be used for improvements to private infrastructure. Under current law, a loan may be used for improvements to only infrastructure that is or will be owned, maintained, or provided for or to a governmental unit or infrastructure in a rural area that is transferred to public use. 3. Allows tribal housing authorities to receive loans as developers of eligible projects. For the Restore Main Street program, the bill does all of the following: 1. Allows a loan to provide for up to $50,000 per dwelling unit or 33 percent of total project costs, whichever is less. Under current law, a loan may provide for up to $20,000 per dwelling unit or 25 percent of total project costs, whichever is less. 2. Allows loans to be awarded to projects under the jurisdiction of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band. For the Vacancy-to-Vitality program, the bill does all of the following: 1. Allows a loan to provide for up to 33 percent of total project costs. Under current law, a loan may provide up to $1,000,000 per project or 20 percent of total project costs, whichever is less. 2. Permits housing developments with fewer than six dwelling units to be eligible for a loan. Under current law, an eligible housing development must have fewer than 16 dwelling units. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 3. Allows loans to be awarded to projects under the jurisdiction of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band. In addition, the bill does the following for each of the three programs: 1. Removes the requirements that a governmental unit have updated the housing element of its comprehensive plan within five years in order to be eligible for a loan and permits projects to benefit from a tax incremental district and to use historic tax credits. 2. For the purpose of establishing that a governmental unit has reduced the costs of housing as part of applying for a loan, allows the governmental unit to submit to WHEDA measures taken by the governmental unit on or after January 1, 2015. Under current law, a governmental unit or political subdivision must show cost-reduction measures taken on or after January 1, 2023. 3. Allows a loan to be awarded for projects on tribal reservation or trust lands not subject to property taxes in this state. Discrimination in housing based on receipt of rental or housing assistance Current open housing law prohibits discrimination in housing based on sex; race; color; sexual orientation; disability; religion; national origin; marital status; family status; status as a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or stalking; lawful source of income; age; or ancestry. The bill prohibits discrimination in housing based on receipt of rental or housing assistance in the form of a contribution from a third party. Capital reserve fund bonding limit Under current law, WHEDA issues notes and bonds for most WHEDA programs, including housing programs for individuals and families of low or moderate income. Current law prohibits WHEDA from issuing notes and bonds that are secured by a capital reserve fund if the total aggregate outstanding principal amount would exceed $1,000,000,000. The bill increases this limit to $1,300,000,000. Low-income housing tax credit Under current law, WHEDA may certify a person to claim, for a period of up to six years, a state tax credit if the person has an ownership interest in a low-income housing project in Wisconsin and qualifies for the federal low-income housing tax credit program. The bill increases the amount of credits that WHEDA may annually certify from $42,000,000 to $100,000,000. The bill also requires that the project be allocated the federal credit and financed with tax-exempt bonds that are not subject to the federal credit[s volume cap—as opposed to any tax-exempt bonds, as required under current law—and allows WHEDA to waive these requirements to the extent that WHEDA anticipates that sufficient tax-exempt private activity bond volume cap under federal law will not be available to finance low-income housing projects in any year. Affordable housing and workforce development grants The bill requires DOA to establish a competitive grant program to award grants to cities, villages, towns, counties, school districts, and businesses, whether LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 operated for profit or not for profit, to fund the start-up of programs focused on developing the skilled workforce by building or rehabilitating affordable housing in their communities. Grants to incentivize eliminating zoning barriers to affordable housing The bill requires DOA to establish a competitive grant program to award grants to cities, villages, towns, counties, and federally recognized American Indian tribes and bands in the state that adopt one or more of the policy initiatives enumerated in the bill to eliminate zoning barriers for the creation or expansion of affordable housing. Homeless case management services grants Under current law, DOA may award up to 10 grants of up to $50,000 each year to shelter facilities for case management services provided to homeless families. The bill eliminates the limit on the number of grants that may be awarded and raises the grant limit to $75,000. Geographic distribution of housing grants Under current law, DOA may award grants to provide homeless individuals with housing and other supportive services to facilitate their movement to independent living. DOA must ensure that the funds for the grants are reasonably balanced among geographic areas of the state that correspond to the geographic areas served by each continuum of care organization designated by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development. Under the bill, the geographic areas of the state among which DOA must balance funds for the grants need not correspond to the geographic areas served by each continuum of care organization. Grants to Milwaukee County Housing First The bill directs DOA to award two grants of $100,000 in fiscal years 2025]26 and 2026]27 to the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services to support Milwaukee County[s Housing First initiative. Whole-home upgrade grants The bill establishes a pilot program under which DOA must award one or more grants to Walnut Way Conservation Corp. for the purpose of funding home improvements in low-income households in a first class city (presently only Milwaukee) that have one or more of the following goals: emissions; 2) reducing energy burdens; 3) creating cost savings; or 4) creating healthier living environments. The bill authorizes DOA to establish eligibility requirements and other program guidelines for the grant program and allows a grant recipient to use grant moneys for administrative costs. Housing quality standards grants The bill requires DOA to award grants to owners of rental housing units in Wisconsin for purposes of satisfying applicable housing quality standards. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 1) reducing carbon 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 INSURANCE Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board The bill creates the Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board, whose purpose is to protect Wisconsin residents and other stakeholders from the high costs of prescription drugs. The board consists of the commissioner of insurance and the following members, all of whom are appointed by the governor for four-year terms: 1. Two members who represent the pharmaceutical drug industry, at least one of whom is a licensed pharmacist. 2. Two members who represent the health insurance industry. 3. Two members who represent the health care industry, at least one of whom is a licensed practitioner. 4. Two members who represent the interests of the public. The bill requires the board to meet in open session at least four times per year to review prescription drug pricing information. The board must provide at least two weeks[ public notice of its meetings, make the meeting[s materials publicly available at least one week prior to meeting, and provide the opportunity for public comment. The bill imposes conflict of interest requirements for the board relating to recusal and public disclosure of certain conflicts. The bill directs the board to access and assess drug pricing information, to the extent practicable, by accessing and assessing information from other states, by assessing spending for the drug in Wisconsin, and by accessing other available pricing information. Under the bill, the board must conduct drug cost affordability reviews. The first step in the reviews is for the board to identify prescription drugs whose launch wholesale acquisition cost exceeds specified thresholds, prescription drugs whose increase in wholesale acquisition cost exceeds specified thresholds, and other prescription drugs that may create affordability challenges for the health care system in Wisconsin. For each identified prescription drug, the board must determine whether to conduct an affordability review by seeking stakeholder input and considering the average patient cost share for the drug. During an affordability review, the board must determine whether use of the prescription drug that is fully consistent with the labeling approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration or standard medical practice has led or will lead to an affordability challenge for the health care system in Wisconsin. In making this determination, the bill requires the board to consider a variety of factors, which include the following: 1. The drug[s wholesale acquisition cost. 2. The average monetary price concession, discount, or rebate the manufacturer provides, or is expected to provide, for the drug to health plans. 3. The total amount of price concessions, discounts, and rebates the manufacturer provides to each pharmacy benefit manager for the drug. 4. The price at which therapeutic alternatives have been sold and the average monetary concession, discount, or rebate the manufacturer provides, or is expected LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 to provide, to health plan payors and pharmacy benefit managers for therapeutic alternatives. 5. The costs to health plans based on patient access consistent with federal labeled indications and recognized standard medical practice. 6. The impact on patient access resulting from the drug[s cost relative to insurance benefit design. 7. The current or expected dollar value of drug-specific patient access programs that are supported by the manufacturer. 8. The relative financial impacts to health, medical, or social services costs that can be quantified and compared to baseline effects of existing therapeutic alternatives. 9. The average patient copay or other cost sharing for the drug. If the board determines that a prescription drug will lead to an affordability challenge, the bill directs the board to establish an upper payment limit for that drug that applies to all purchases and payor reimbursements of the drug dispensed or administered to individuals in Wisconsin. In establishing the upper payment limit, the board must consider the cost of administering the drug, the cost of delivering it to consumers, and other relevant administrative costs. For certain drugs, the board must solicit information from the manufacturer regarding the price increase and, if the board determines that the price increase is not a result of the need for increased manufacturing capacity or other effort to improve patient access during a public health emergency, the board must establish an upper payment limit equal to the drug[s cost prior to the price increase. Office of the Public Intervenor The bill creates the Office of the Public Intervenor, attached to OCI. Under the bill, the Office of the Public Intervenor assists individuals with claims, policies, appeals, and other legal actions related to pursuing insurance coverage for medical procedures, prescription medications, and other health care services. The bill authorizes the office to levy an assessment on insurance providers based upon their premium volume for health insurance policies written in the state. Prescription drug importation program The bill requires the commissioner of insurance, in consultation with persons interested in the sale and pricing of prescription drugs and federal officials and agencies, to design and implement a prescription drug importation program for the benefit of and that generates savings for Wisconsin residents. The bill establishes requirements for the program, including all of the following: 1) the commissioner must designate a state agency to become a licensed wholesale distributor or contract with a licensed wholesale distributor and to seek federal certification and approval to import prescription drugs; 2) the program must comply with certain federal regulations and import from Canadian suppliers only prescription drugs that are not brand-name drugs, have fewer than four competitor drugs in this country, and for which importation creates substantial savings; commissioner must ensure that prescription drugs imported under the program are LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 3) the 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 not distributed, dispensed, or sold outside of Wisconsin; and 4) the program must have an audit procedure to ensure the program complies with certain requirements specified in the bill. Before submitting the proposed program to the federal government for certification, the commissioner must submit the proposed program to JCF for its approval. State prescription drug purchasing entity The bill requires OCI to conduct a study on the viability of creating or implementing a state prescription drug purchasing entity. Exemption from prior authorization requirements The bill allows the commissioner of insurance to establish, by rule, that any health insurance policy or plan that uses a prior authorization process must exempt health care providers from obtaining prior authorizations for a health care item or service for a period of time established by the commissioner if, in the most recent evaluation period established by the commissioner, the health insurance policy or plan has approved or would have approved not less than a certain proportion of prior authorization requests, as established by the commissioner, submitted by the health care provider for the health care item or service. The commissioner may specify the health care items or services that may be subject to this exemption. Further, the commissioner may specify how health care providers may obtain an exemption from obtaining prior authorizations under the bill, including by providing a process for automatic evaluation. Prior authorization transparency The bill imposes several regulations on the use of prior authorization requirements used by health care plans. Under the bill, Xprior authorizationY is defined to mean the process by which a health care plan or a contracted utilization review organization determines the medical necessity and medical appropriateness of otherwise covered health care services. The bill requires health care plans to maintain a list of services for which prior authorization is required and publish the list on its website to be accessible by members of the general public without requiring the creation of an account or the entry of any credentials or personal information. Further, the bill requires health care plans to make the current prior authorization requirements and restrictions that it uses accessible and conspicuously posted on its website or on the website of a contracted utilization review organization for enrollees and providers. The bill provides that any clinical review criteria on which a prior authorization requirement or restriction is based must satisfy certain criteria, including that the criteria are based on nationally recognized, generally accepted standards except where provided by law, that the criteria are developed in accordance with the current standards of a national medical accreditation entity, and that the criteria ensure quality of care and access to needed health care services. The bill prohibits a health care plan from denying a claim for failure to obtain prior authorization if the prior authorization requirement was not in effect on the date that the service was provided. Further, the bill prohibits health care plans and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 utilization review organizations contracted with health care plans from deeming supplies or services as incidental and from denying a claim for supplies or services if a provided health care service associated with the supplies or services receives prior authorization or if a provided health care service associated with the supplies or services does not require prior authorization. Finally, the bill provides that if a health care plan intends to impose a new prior authorization requirement or restriction or intends to amend a prior authorization requirement or restriction, the health care plan must provide all providers contracted with the health care plan with advanced written notice of the new or amended requirement or restriction no less than 60 days before the new or amended requirement or restriction is implemented. No health care plan may implement a new or amended prior authorization requirement or restriction unless the health care plan or a contracted utilization review organization has updated the post on its website to reflect the new or amended prior authorization requirement or restriction. Inpatient mental health prior authorization The bill prohibits health insurance policies and self-insured governmental health plans that cover inpatient mental health services from requiring prior authorization for the provision or coverage of those services. Health insurance policies are referred to as disability insurance policies in the bill, and a self-insured governmental health plan is a self-funded health plan of the state or a county, city, village, town, or school district. Coverage of individuals with preexisting conditions and other insurance market regulations The bill requires certain health plans to guarantee access to coverage; prohibits plans from imposing preexisting condition exclusions; prohibits plans from setting premiums or cost-sharing amounts based on health status-related factors; prohibits plans from setting lifetime or annual limits on benefits; requires plans to cover certain essential health benefits; requires coverage of certain preventive services by plans without a cost-sharing contribution by an enrollee; sets a maximum annual amount of cost sharing for enrollees; and designates risk pool, medical loss ratio, and actuarial value requirements. The bill requires every individual health insurance policy, referred to in the bill as health benefit plans, to accept every individual who, and every group health insurance policy to accept every employer that, applies for coverage, regardless of the sexual orientation, the gender identity, or any preexisting condition of any individual or employee who will be covered by the plan. The bill allows health benefit plans to restrict enrollment in coverage to open or special enrollment periods and requires the commissioner of insurance to establish a statewide open enrollment period that is no shorter than 30 days for every individual health benefit plan. The bill prohibits a group health insurance policy, including a self-insured governmental health plan, from imposing a preexisting condition exclusion. The bill also prohibits an individual health insurance policy from reducing or denying a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 claim or loss incurred or disability commencing under the policy on the ground that a disease or physical condition existed prior to the effective date of coverage. A health benefit plan offered on the individual or small employer market or a self-insured governmental health plan may not vary premium rates for a specific plan except on the basis of 1) whether the plan covers an individual or a family; 2) the area in the state; 3) age; and 4) tobacco use, as specified in the bill. An individual health benefit plan or self-insured health plan is prohibited under the bill from establishing rules for the eligibility of any individual to enroll based on health status-related factors, which are specified in the bill. A self-insured health plan or an insurer offering an individual health benefit plan is also prohibited from requiring an enrollee to pay a greater premium, contribution, deductible, copayment, or coinsurance amount than is required of an otherwise similarly situated enrollee based on a health status-related factor. Current state law prohibits group health benefit plans from establishing rules of eligibility or requiring greater premium or contribution amounts based on a factor related to health status. The bill adds to these current law requirements for group health benefit plans that the plan may not require a greater deductible, copayment, or coinsurance amount based on a health status-related factor. Under the bill, an individual or group health benefit plan or a self-insured governmental health plan may not establish lifetime or annual limits on the dollar value of benefits for an enrollee or a dependent of an enrollee under the plan. The bill specifies a maximum amount of cost sharing that a plan may impose as the amount calculated under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). The bill requires individual and small employer plans to have either a single statewide risk pool for the individual market and a single pool for the small employer market or a single statewide risk pool for a combination of the individual and small employer markets. The bill requires individual and small employer plans to have a medical loss ratio of at least 80 percent and larger group plans to have a medical loss ratio of at least 85 percent. The medical loss ratio is the proportion of premium revenues that the plan spends on clinical services and quality improvement. The bill also requires individual and small employer plans to provide a level of coverage that is designed to provide benefits that are actuarially equivalent to at least 60 percent of the full actuarial value of the benefits provided under the plan. An actuarial value of 60 percent corresponds to a bronze tier plan under the ACA. The bill requires certain health insurance policies and governmental self- insured health plans to cover essential health benefits that will be specified by the commissioner of insurance by rule. The bill specifies a list of requirements that the commissioner must follow when establishing the essential health benefits including certain limitations on cost sharing and the following general categories of benefits, items, or services in which the commissioner must require coverage: ambulatory patient services, emergency services, hospitalization, maternity and newborn care, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 mental health and substance use disorder services, prescription drugs, rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices, laboratory services, preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management, and pediatric services. If an essential health benefit specified by the commissioner is also subject to its own mandated coverage requirement, the bill requires the health insurance policy or self-insured health plan to provide coverage under whichever requirement provides the insured or plan participant with more comprehensive coverage. The bill requires health insurance policies and governmental self-insured health plans to cover certain preventive services and to provide coverage of those preventive services without subjecting that coverage to deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance. The preventive services for which coverage is required are specified in the bill. The bill also specifies certain instances when cost-sharing amounts may be charged for an office visit associated with a preventive service. Preventing surprise bills for emergency medical services and other items and services The bill requires defined network plans, such as health maintenance organizations, and certain preferred provider plans and self-insured governmental plans that cover benefits or services provided in either an emergency department of a hospital or an independent freestanding emergency department to cover emergency medical services without requiring a prior authorization determination and without regard to whether the health care provider providing the emergency medical services is a participating provider or facility. If the emergency medical services for which coverage is required are provided by a nonparticipating provider, the plan must 1) not impose a prior authorization requirement or other limitation that is more restrictive than if the service was provided by a participating provider; 2) not impose cost sharing on an enrollee that is greater than the cost sharing required if the service was provided by a participating provider; 3) calculate the cost-sharing amount to be equal to the recognized amount specified under federal law; 4) provide, within 30 days of the provider[s or facility[s bill, an initial payment or denial notice to the provider or facility and then pay a total amount to the provider or facility that is equal to the amount by which an out-of-network rate exceeds the amount it received in cost sharing from the enrollee; and 5) count any cost-sharing payment made by the enrollee for the emergency medical services toward any in-network deductible or out-of-pocket maximum as if the cost-sharing payment was made for services provided by a participating provider or facility. For coverage of an item or service that is provided by a nonparticipating provider in a participating facility, a plan must 1) not impose a cost-sharing requirement for the item or service that is greater than the cost-sharing requirement that would have been imposed if the item or service was provided by a participating provider; 2) calculate the cost-sharing amount to be equal to the recognized amount specified under federal law; 3) provide, within 30 days of the provider[s bill, an initial payment or denial notice to the provider and then pay a total amount to the provider that is equal to the amount by which the out-of- LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 network rate exceeds the amount it received in cost sharing from the enrollee; and 4) count any cost-sharing payment made by the enrollee for the items or services toward any in-network deductible or out-of-pocket maximum as if the cost-sharing payment was made for items or services provided by a participating provider. A nonparticipating provider providing an item or service in a participating facility may not bill or hold liable an enrollee for more than the cost-sharing amount unless the provider provides notice and obtains consent as described in the bill. However, if the nonparticipating provider is providing an ancillary item or service that is specified in the bill, and the commissioner of insurance has not specifically allowed providers to bill or hold an enrollee liable for that item or service by rule, the nonparticipating provider providing the ancillary item or service in a participating facility may not bill or hold liable an enrollee for more than the cost-sharing amount. Under the bill, a provider or facility that is entitled to a payment for an emergency medical service or other item or service may initiate open negotiations with the defined network plan, preferred provider plan, or self-insured governmental health plan to determine the amount of payment. If the open negotiation period terminates without determination of the payment amount, the provider, facility, or plan may initiate the independent dispute resolution process as specified by the commissioner of insurance. If an enrollee of a plan is a continuing care patient, as defined in the bill, and is obtaining services from a participating provider or facility, and the contract is terminated because of a change in the terms of the participation of the provider or facility in the plan or the contract is terminated, resulting in a loss of benefits under the plan, the plan must notify the enrollee of the enrollee[s right to elect to continue transitional care, provide the enrollee an opportunity to notify the plan of the need for transitional care, and allow the enrollee to continue to have the benefits provided under the plan under the same terms and conditions as would have applied without the termination until either 90 days after the termination notice date or the date on which the enrollee is no longer a continuing care patient, whichever is earlier. Health insurance claims The bill imposes upon insurers certain requirements for health insurance claims processing and denials, including a requirement to process claims within a reasonable time frame that prevents an undue delay in care, to provide a detailed explanation of a claim denial, and to disclose whether the insurer uses artificial intelligence or algorithmic decision-making in processing claims. The bill also prohibits certain actions by an insurer with respect to health insurance claims, including using vague or misleading terms to deny a claim, stalling review of a claim to avoid timely payment, allowing non-physician personnel to determine whether care is medically necessary, mandating prior approval for routine or urgent procedures in a manner that causes harmful delays, or requiring an insured to fail a cheaper treatment before approving coverage for necessary care. The bill directs insurers to annually publish a report about their claim denials for health insurance LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 policies and their use of artificial intelligence or algorithmic decision-making in processing claims for health insurance policies. The bill also directs the commissioner of insurance to maintain a public database of insurers[ health insurance claim denial rates and the outcomes of independent reviews of adverse actions under health insurance policies. Under current law, insureds may request an independent review of adverse actions under a health insurance policy under certain circumstances. The bill provides that an insured also has the right to request from the Office of the Public Intervenor created under the bill a review of any health insurance claim denial. In addition, the bill authorizes the commissioner of insurance to audit insurers that deny health insurance claims with such frequency as to indicate a general business practice. Under the bill, the commissioner may collect any relevant information from an insurer necessary to conduct an audit; contract with a third party to conduct an audit; order an insurer to comply with a corrective action plan based on the findings of an audit; and impose forfeitures or sanctions on an insurer that fails to comply with a corrective action plan. The bill also requires insurers to provide a written response to any adverse findings of an audit. Application of manufacturer discounts Health insurance policies and plans often apply deductibles and out-of-pocket maximum amounts to the benefits covered by the policy or plan. A deductible is an amount that an enrollee in a policy or plan must pay out of pocket before attaining the full benefits of the policy or plan. An out-of-pocket maximum amount is a limit specified by a policy or plan on the amount that an enrollee pays, and once that limit is reached, the policy or plan covers the benefit entirely. The bill requires health insurance policies that offer prescription drug benefits and self-insured health plans to apply the amount of any discounts that a manufacturer of a brand- name drug provides to reduce the amount of cost sharing that is charged to an enrollee for those brand-name drugs to the enrollee[s deductible and out-of-pocket maximum amount. That requirement applies for brand-name drugs that have no generic equivalent and for brand-name drugs that have a generic equivalent but that the enrollee has prior authorization or physician approval to obtain. Fiduciary duty of pharmacy benefit managers The bill imposes fiduciary and disclosure requirements on pharmacy benefit managers. Pharmacy benefit managers contract with health plans that provide prescription drug benefits to administer those benefits for the plans. They also have contracts with pharmacies and pay the pharmacies for providing the drugs to the plan beneficiaries. The bill provides that a pharmacy benefit manager owes a fiduciary duty to a plan sponsor. The bill also requires that a pharmacy benefit manager annually disclose all of the following information to the plan sponsor: 1. The indirect profit received by the pharmacy benefit manager from owning a pharmacy or service provider. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2. Any payments made to a consultant or broker who works on behalf of the plan sponsor. 3. From the amounts received from drug manufacturers, the amounts retained by the pharmacy benefit manager that are related to the plan sponsor[s claims or bona fide service fees. 4. The amounts received from network pharmacies and the amount retained by the pharmacy benefit manager. Licensure of pharmacy benefit management brokers and consultants The bill requires an individual who is acting as a pharmacy benefit management broker or consultant or who is acting to procure the services of a pharmacy benefit manager on behalf of a client to be licensed by OCI. The bill allows OCI to promulgate rules to establish criteria, procedures, and fees for licensure. Licensure of pharmaceutical representatives The bill requires a pharmaceutical representative to be licensed by OCI and to display the pharmaceutical representative[s license during each visit with a health care professional. The bill defines Xpharmaceutical representativeY to mean an individual who markets or promotes pharmaceuticals to health care professionals on behalf of a pharmaceutical manufacturer for compensation. The term of a license issued under the bill is one year, and the license is renewable. Under the bill, the license fee is set by the commissioner of insurance. The bill directs the commissioner to promulgate rules to implement the bill[s requirements, including rules that require pharmaceutical representatives to complete continuing educational coursework as a condition of licensure. An individual who violates any of the requirements under the bill is subject to a fine, and the individual[s license may be suspended or revoked. Pharmacy services administrative organizations The bill requires that a pharmacy services administrative organization (PSAO) be licensed by OCI. Under the bill, a PSAO is an entity operating in Wisconsin that does all of the following: 1. Contracts with an independent pharmacy to conduct business on the pharmacy[s behalf with a third-party payer. 2. Provides at least one administrative service to an independent pharmacy and negotiates and enters into a contract with a third-party payer or pharmacy benefit manager on the pharmacy[s behalf. The bill defines Xindependent pharmacyY to mean a licensed pharmacy operating in Wisconsin that is under common ownership with no more than two other pharmacies. XAdministrative serviceY is defined to mean assisting with claims or audits, providing centralized payment, performing certification in a specialized care program, providing compliance support, setting flat fees for generic drugs, assisting with store layout, managing inventory, providing marketing support, providing management and analysis of payment and drug dispensing data, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 or providing resources for retail cash cards. The bill defines Xthird-party payerY to mean an entity operating in Wisconsin that pays or insures health, medical, or prescription drug expenses on behalf of beneficiaries. The bill uses the current law definition of Xpharmacy benefit manager,Y which is an entity doing business in Wisconsin that contracts to administer or manage prescription drug benefits on behalf of an insurer or other entity that provides prescription drug benefits to Wisconsin residents. To obtain the license required by the bill, a person must apply to OCI and provide the contact information for the applicant and a contact person, evidence of financial responsibility of at least $1,000,000, and any other information required by the commissioner of insurance. Under the bill, the license fee is set by the commissioner, and the term of a license is two years. The bill also requires that a PSAO disclose to OCI the extent of any ownership or control by an entity that provides pharmacy services; provides prescription drug or device services; or manufactures, sells, or distributes prescription drugs, biologicals, or medical devices. The PSAO must notify OCI within five days of any material change in its ownership or control related to such an entity. Moneys from pharmacy benefit manager regulation used for general program operations The bill credits to the appropriation account for OCI[s general program operations all moneys received from the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers, pharmacy benefit management brokers, pharmacy benefit management consultants, pharmacy services administration organizations, and pharmaceutical representatives. Insurer network adequacy standards The bill allows OCI to promulgate rules to establish minimum network time and distance standards and minimum network wait-time standards for defined network plans and preferred provider plans. The bill specifies that OCI, in promulgating rules under the bill, must consider standards adopted by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for qualified health plans offered on the federally facilitated health insurance marketplace established pursuant to the ACA. State-based exchange The bill directs OCI to establish and operate a state-based health insurance exchange. Under current law, the ACA requires that an exchange be established in each state to facilitate the purchase of qualified health insurance coverage by individuals and small employers. Under the ACA, a state must operate its own state-based exchange, use the federally facilitated exchange operated by the federal Department of Health and Human Services, or adopt a hybrid approach under which the state operates a state-based exchange but uses the federal platform, known as HealthCare.gov, to handle eligibility and enrollment functions. Wisconsin currently uses the federally facilitated exchange. The bill directs OCI to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 establish and operate a state-based exchange, first by using the federal platform and then transitioning to a fully state-run exchange. The bill authorizes OCI to enter into any agreement with the federal government necessary to implement those provisions. The bill also requires that OCI impose a user fee on insurers offering plans through the state-based exchange. Under current law, the ACA imposes user fees on insurers offering plans through federally facilitated exchanges and state-based exchanges using the federal platform, which are currently 1.5 percent and 1.2 percent of total monthly premiums, respectively. The bill authorizes OCI to impose a user fee at the following rates: 1. For any plan year that OCI operates the state-based exchange using the federal platform, the rate is 0.5 percent. 2. For the first two plan years that OCI operates the fully state-run exchange, the rate is equal to the user fee for the federally facilitated exchanges. For later plan years, the rate is set by OCI by rule. The bill creates an annual GPR appropriation for OCI[s general program operations. Further, the bill allows OCI to spend up to $500,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and up to $500,000 in fiscal year 2026]27 for the development of a public option health insurance plan. Telehealth parity The bill requires health insurance policies and self-insured governmental health plans to cover a treatment or service that is provided through telehealth if the treatment or service is covered by the policy or plan when provided in person. A policy or plan may limit its coverage to those treatments or services that are medically necessary. XTelehealthY is defined in the bill as a practice of health care delivery, diagnosis, consultation, treatment, or transfer of medically relevant data by means of audio, video, or data communications that are used either during a patient visit or consultation or are used to transfer medically relevant data about a patient. The bill also sets parameters on the coverage of telehealth treatments and services that is required in the bill. A policy or plan may not subject a telehealth treatment or service to a greater deductible, copayment, or coinsurance than if provided in person. Similarly, a policy or plan may not impose a policy or calendar year or lifetime benefit limit or other maximum limitation or a prior authorization requirement on a telehealth treatment or service that is not imposed on treatments or services provided through manners other than telehealth. A policy or plan also may not place unique location requirements on a telehealth treatment or service. If a policy or plan covers a telehealth treatment or service that has no in-person equivalent, the policy or plan must disclose this in the policy or plan materials. Short-term, limited duration plan coverage requirements The bill sets certain coverage requirements on individual health plans that are short-term, limited duration plans. Under current law, a short-term, limited duration plan is individual health benefit plan coverage that is marketed and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 designed to provide short-term coverage as a bridge between other coverages and that has a term of not more than 12 months and an aggregate term of all consecutive periods of coverage that does not exceed 18 months. Under current law, an insurer generally must renew individual health coverage at the option of the insured, but an insurer is not required to renew a short-term, limited duration plan. The bill requires an insurer that offers a short-term, limited duration plan to accept every individual who applies for coverage, regardless of whether the individual has a preexisting condition. The bill also prohibits a short-term, limited duration plan from imposing a preexisting condition exclusion. Under current law, a short-term, limited duration plan may impose a preexisting condition exclusion, but the plan must reduce the length of time of the exclusion by the aggregate duration of the insured[s consecutive periods of coverage. Under current law, a preexisting condition exclusion is a period of time during which a plan will not cover a medical condition for which the insured received some medical attention before the effective date of coverage. Under the bill, an insurer that offers a short-term, limited duration plan may not vary premium rates for a specific plan except on the basis of 1) whether the plan covers an individual or a family; 2) the area in the state; 3) age; and 4) tobacco use, as specified in the bill. An insurer that offers a short-term, limited duration plan is prohibited under the bill from establishing rules for the eligibility of any individual to enroll based on certain health status-related factors, which are specified in the bill, and from requiring an enrollee to pay a greater premium, contribution, deductible, copayment, or coinsurance amount than is required of a similarly situated enrollee based on a health status-related factor. Under the bill, a short- term, limited duration plan may not establish lifetime limits or limits for the duration of the coverage on the dollar value of benefits for an enrollee or a dependent of an enrollee under the plan. Finally, the bill reduces the maximum allowable term of a short-term, limited duration plan from 12 months to three months and reduces the maximum aggregate duration from 18 months to six months. Special enrollment period for pregnancy The bill requires health insurance plans and self-insured governmental health plans to allow a pregnant individual who is eligible for coverage under the plan, and any individual who is eligible for coverage because of a relationship to the pregnant individual, to enroll in the plan at any time during the pregnancy. Under the bill, the coverage must begin no later than the first day of the first calendar month in which the pregnant individual receives medical verification of the pregnancy, except that the pregnant individual may direct coverage to begin on the first day of any month occurring during the pregnancy. The bill also requires that insurers offering group health insurance coverage notify individuals of the special enrollment period at or before the time the individual is initially offered the opportunity to enroll in the plan. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Coverage of infertility services The bill requires health insurance policies and self-insured governmental health plans that cover medical or hospital expenses to cover diagnosis of and treatment for infertility and standard fertility preservation services. Coverage required under the bill must include at least four completed egg retrievals with unlimited embryo transfers, in accordance with certain guidelines, and single embryo transfer when recommended and medically appropriate. Policies and plans may not impose an exclusion, limitation, or other restriction on the coverage required under the bill on the basis that an insured person participates in fertility services provided by or to a third party. Policies and plans are also prohibited from imposing an exclusion, limitation, or other restriction on coverage of medications for which the bill requires coverage that is not imposed on any other prescription medications covered under the policy or plan. Similarly, policies and plans may not impose any exclusion, limitation, cost-sharing requirement, benefit maximum, waiting period, or other restriction on diagnosis, treatment, or services for which coverage is required under the bill that is different from any exclusion, limitation, cost-sharing requirement, benefit maximum, waiting period, or other restriction imposed on benefits for other services. Coverage of over-the-counter oral contraceptives Under current law, every health insurance policy and every self-insured governmental health plan that covers outpatient health care services, preventive treatments and services, or prescription drugs and devices must provide coverage for contraceptives prescribed by a health care provider. Under the bill, these insurance policies and health plans must also provide coverage of oral contraceptives that are lawfully furnished over the counter without a prescription. Reimbursement to federal drug pricing program participants The bill prohibits any person from reimbursing certain entities that participate in the federal drug pricing program, known as the 340B Program, for a drug subject to an agreement under the program at a rate lower than that paid for the same drug to pharmacies that have a similar prescription volume. The bill also prohibits a person from imposing any fee, charge back, or other adjustment on the basis of the entity[s participation in the 340B Program. The entities covered by the prohibitions under the bill are federally qualified health centers, critical access hospitals, and grantees under the federal Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, as well as these entities[ pharmacies and any pharmacy with which any of the entities have contracted to dispense drugs through the 340B Program. The bill allows the commissioner of insurance to promulgate rules to establish minimum reimbursement rates for entities that participate in the 340B Program. Reimbursement for emergency ambulance services under health insurance policies and plans The bill makes several changes to the coverage and reimbursement of emergency ambulance services under health insurance policies and plans. First, LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the bill requires defined network plans, preferred provider plans, and self-insured governmental plans that provide coverage of emergency medical services to cover emergency ambulance services provided by an ambulance service provider that is not a participating provider at a rate that is the greatest of 1) a rate that is set or approved by a local governmental entity in the jurisdiction in which the emergency ambulance services originated; 2) a rate that is 400 percent of the current published rate for the provided emergency ambulance services established by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for the Medicare program in the same geographic area or a rate that is equivalent to the rate billed by the ambulance service provider for emergency ambulance services provided, whichever is less; or 3) the contracted rate at which the defined network plan, preferred provider plan, or self-insured governmental plan would reimburse a participating ambulance service provider for the same emergency ambulance services. The bill prohibits any defined network plan, preferred provider plan, or self-insured governmental plan from imposing a cost-sharing amount on an enrollee for emergency ambulance services provided by an ambulance service provider that is not a participating provider at a rate that is greater than the requirements that would apply if the emergency ambulance services were provided by a participating ambulance service provider. The bill provides that no ambulance service provider that receives reimbursement as provided in the bill may charge an enrollee for any additional amount for emergency ambulance services except for any copayment, coinsurance, deductible, or other cost-sharing responsibilities required to be paid by the enrollee. Finally, the bill provides that any health insurance policy or self-insured governmental health plan must respond to claims for covered emergency ambulance services within 30 days after receipt of the claim and, if the claim is without defect, promptly remit payment for the covered emergency ambulance services directly to the ambulance service provider. If the claim has a defect, the bill instead requires the health insurance policy or self-insured governmental health plan to provide a written notice to the ambulance service provider within 30 days after receipt of the claim. Coverage of treatment or services provided by qualified treatment trainees The bill prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for mental health or behavioral health treatment or services provided by a qualified treatment trainee within the scope of the qualified treatment trainee[s education and training if the health insurance plan covers the mental health or behavioral health treatment or services when provided by another health care provider. XQualified treatment traineeY is defined under current law to mean either a graduate student who is enrolled in an accredited institution in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, nursing, or a closely related field or a person with a graduate degree from an accredited institution and course work in psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, nursing, or a closely related field who has not yet completed the applicable supervised practice requirements described under the administrative code. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Coverage of treatment or services provided by substance abuse counselors The bill prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for alcoholism or other drug abuse treatment or services provided by a certified substance abuse counselor within the scope of the substance abuse counselor[s education and training if the health insurance plan covers the alcoholism or other drug abuse treatment or services when provided by another health care provider. XSubstance abuse counselorY is defined under current law to mean a substance abuse counselor-in-training, a substance abuse counselor, or a clinical substance abuse counselor. Coverage of services, treatment, or procedures provided by dental therapists Current law prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for diagnosis and treatment of a condition or complaint by a dental therapist within the scope of the dental therapist[s license if the health insurance plan covers diagnosis and treatment of the condition or complaint by another health care provider. The bill instead prohibits any health insurance plan from excluding coverage for dental services, treatment, or procedures provided by a dental therapist within the scope of the dental therapist[s license if the health insurance plan covers the dental services, treatment, or procedures when provided by another health care provider. XDental therapistY is defined under current law as an individual who engages in the limited practice of dentistry. Cost-sharing cap on insulin The bill prohibits every health insurance policy and governmental self-insured health plan that covers insulin and imposes cost sharing on prescription drugs from imposing cost sharing on insulin in an amount that exceeds $35 for a one-month supply. Current law requires every health insurance policy that provides coverage of expenses incurred for treatment of diabetes to provide coverage for specified expenses and items, including insulin. The required coverage under current law for certain diabetes treatments other than insulin infusion pumps is subject to the same exclusions, limitations, deductibles, and coinsurance provisions of the policy as other covered expenses. The bill[s cost-sharing limitation on insulin supersedes the specification that the exclusions, limitations, deductibles, and coinsurance are the same as for other coverage. Insulin safety net programs The bill requires insulin manufacturers to establish a program under which qualifying Wisconsin residents who are in urgent need of insulin and are uninsured or have limited insurance coverage can be dispensed insulin at a pharmacy. Under the program, if a qualifying individual in urgent need of insulin provides a pharmacy with a form attesting that the individual meets the program[s eligibility requirements, specified proof of residency, and a valid insulin prescription, the pharmacy must dispense a 30-day supply of insulin to the individual and may charge the individual a copayment of no more than $35. The pharmacy may submit LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 an electronic payment claim for the insulin[s acquisition cost to the manufacturer or agree to receive a replacement of the same insulin in the amount dispensed. The bill also requires that each insulin manufacturer establish a patient assistance program to make insulin available to any qualifying Wisconsin resident who, among other requirements, is uninsured or has limited insurance coverage and whose family income does not exceed 400 percent of the federal poverty line. Under the bill, an individual must apply to participate in a manufacturer[s program. If the manufacturer determines that the individual meets the program[s eligibility requirements, the manufacturer must issue the individual a statement of eligibility, which is valid for 12 months and may be renewed. Under the bill, if an individual with a statement of eligibility and valid insulin prescription requests insulin from a pharmacy, the pharmacy must submit an order to the manufacturer, who must then provide a 90-day supply of insulin at no charge to the individual or pharmacy. The pharmacy may charge the individual a copayment of no more than $50. Under the bill, a manufacturer is not required to issue a statement of eligibility if the individual has prescription drug coverage through an individual or group health plan and the manufacturer determines that the individual[s insulin needs are better addressed through the manufacturer[s copayment assistance program. In such case, the manufacturer must provide the individual with the necessary drug coupons, and the individual may not be required to pay more than a $50 copayment for a 90-day supply of insulin. Under the bill, if the manufacturer determines that an individual is not eligible for the patient assistance program, the individual may file an appeal with OCI. The bill directs OCI to establish procedures for deciding appeals. Under the bill, OCI must issue a decision within 10 days, and that decision is final. The bill requires that insulin manufacturers annually report to OCI certain information, including the number of individuals served and the cost of insulin dispensed under the programs and that OCI annually report to the governor and the legislature on the programs. The bill also directs OCI to conduct public outreach and develop an information sheet about the programs, conduct satisfaction surveys of individuals and pharmacies that participate in the programs, and report to the governor and the legislature on the surveys by July 1, 2028. Additionally, the bill requires that OCI develop a training program for health care navigators to assist individuals in accessing appropriate long-term insulin options and maintain a list of trained navigators. The bill provides that a manufacturer that violates the bill[s provisions may be required to forfeit not more than $200,000 per month of violation, which increases to $400,000 per month if the manufacturer continues to be in violation after six months and to $600,000 per month if the manufacturer continues to be in violation after one year. The bill[s requirements do not apply to manufacturers with annual insulin sales revenue in Wisconsin of no more than $2,000,000 or to insulin that costs less than a specified dollar amount. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Value-based diabetes medication pilot project The bill directs OCI to develop a pilot project under which a pharmacy benefit manager and a pharmaceutical manufacturer are directed to create a value-based, sole-source arrangement to reduce the costs of prescription diabetes medication. The bill allows OCI to promulgate rules to implement the pilot project. Funding for health insurance navigators The bill directs the commissioner of insurance to award $500,000 in fiscal year 2025-26 and $500,000 in fiscal year 2026-27 to a licensed navigator to prioritize services for the direct care workforce population. Navigators are individuals or entities that perform certain duties, including conducting public education activities to raise awareness of the availability of qualified health plans, distributing fair and impartial information concerning enrollment in qualified health plans, facilitating enrollment in qualified health plans, and providing referrals for any enrollee with a grievance, complaint, or question regarding their health plan, coverage, or a determination under such plan or coverage. Health Insurance Risk-Sharing Plan balance transfer The Health Insurance Risk-Sharing Plan (HIRSP) provided health insurance coverage in individual policies to certain eligible individuals, including individuals who were refused coverage in the private health insurance market because of their mental or physical condition. HIRSP was dissolved and, by March 31, 2014, all coverage under HIRSP was finally terminated. 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 repealed two appropriations to OCI that provided funding for the affairs of HIRSP and for winding up the affairs of HIRSP. The bill transfers any balance that was credited to those appropriations and not lapsed as a result of 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 to the general program operations appropriation for OCI in fiscal year 2025-26. Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan spending limit Under current law, the Wisconsin Healthcare Stability Plan (WIHSP) makes a reinsurance payment to a health insurance carrier if the claims for an individual who is enrolled in a health benefit plan with that carrier exceed a threshold amount in a benefit year. WIHSP is administered by OCI and operates under specific terms and conditions of a waiver agreement between OCI and the federal Department of Health and Human Services, which was dated July 29, 2018, and extended December 1, 2022. Currently, the commissioner of insurance is limited to spending $230,000,000 for WIHSP from all revenue sources in a year, unless JCF increases the amount. Under the bill, the governor, not JCF, may increase the spending limit. In addition, the bill increases the spending limit to $250,000,000 in 2026, and beginning in 2027, the bill directs the commissioner to annually adjust the spending limit based on the increase, if any, in the medical care index of the consumer price index. The bill also specifies that OCI[s authority includes the authority to operate WIHSP under any waiver extension approvals. Powers of the attorney general The bill repeals changes made to the powers of the attorney general in 2017 LRB-2186/1 ALL:all JUSTICE 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Wisconsin Act 369 relating to the power to compromise or discontinue civil actions prosecuted by DOJ and the power to compromise and settle actions in cases where DOJ is defending the state. The bill reestablishes these settlement powers as they existed under the law before 2017 Wisconsin Act 369 was enacted. The bill allows the attorney general to compromise or discontinue actions prosecuted by DOJ 1) when directed by the officer, department, board, or commission that directed the prosecution or 2) with the approval of the governor when the action is prosecuted by DOJ on the initiative of the attorney general or at the request of any individual. The bill eliminates the requirement for approval of a compromise or discontinuance from a legislative intervenor or JCF. It also eliminates the requirement for the attorney general to obtain approval of a compromise or discontinuance by the Joint Committee on Legislative Organization (JLCO) in certain circumstances before submitting a proposed plan to JCF. Under the bill, when DOJ is defending the state, the attorney general may compromise and settle the action as the attorney general determines to be in the best interest of the state. The bill eliminates the requirement under current law that, in actions for injunctive relief or if there is a proposed consent decree, the attorney general must 1) obtain the approval of any legislative intervenor or 2) if there is no intervenor, submit a proposed plan to JCF and, in certain circumstances, obtain approval of JCF. The bill also eliminates the requirement for the attorney general to obtain approval from JCLO in certain circumstances before submitting a proposed plan of settlement or compromise to JCF. Crime victim services grants Current law provides for a number of surcharges that a court must impose on a person who is found to have committed crimes or violated ordinances. The bill creates a new crime victim services surcharge and requires a court to impose the surcharge when imposing a sentence, a period of probation, or a civil forfeiture on a person. The amount of the surcharge is the sum of 40 percent of any fine or forfeiture imposed or $40, whichever is greater, plus $50 for each conviction of a misdemeanor or felony. The bill requires DOJ to use the funds collected from the surcharge to award grants to organizations that are eligible for federal funds to provide crime victim assistance. The grants from DOJ are intended to supplement any federal funds. In addition, the bill authorizes DOA to supplement the funds available for the grants if DOA determines that the amounts available are insufficient for crime victim services. Under the bill, if DOA determines the amounts available are insufficient, the amount that may be supplemented is capped at the difference between $44,500,000 and the sum of the federal funds received in that fiscal year for crime victim assistance plus the funds collected in that fiscal year from the crime victim services surcharge created in the bill. Alternatives to prosecution and incarceration programs Under current law, DOJ operates the alternatives to incarceration grant program and the drug courts grant program. Under these programs, DOJ provides LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 grants to counties and tribes for providing alternatives to prosecution and incarceration for persons who abuse alcohol or other drugs and diverting substance- abusing persons from prison or jail into treatment. Under the bill, December 31, 2026, is the last day these DOJ grant programs will be in effect. Beginning on January 1, 2027, DOA will operate a grant program for tribes to provide alternatives to prosecution and incarceration programs, and counties will be required to operate such programs to be eligible for certain circuit court payments from the director of state courts. The bill also transfers 3.0 FTE GPR positions that administer the alternatives to incarceration grant program, and the incumbent employees holding those positions, from DOJ to the Wisconsin Supreme Court on January 1, 2027. Eliminating the sunset on funding for the Office of School Safety 2023 Wisconsin Act 240 increased the number of positions for the Office of School Safety (OSS) in DOJ by 14.2 project positions for the period beginning on January 1, 2025, and ending on October 1, 2025, and allowed, for the same period, DOJ to fund the positions and other OSS duties using the fees that DOJ collects for issuing licenses to carry concealed weapons. The bill eliminates the sunset on using the fees so that DOJ may continue using the fees to fund positions and other OSS duties. Law enforcement officer training requirements The bill provides that the Law Enforcement Standards Board may not prevent noncitizens who are in receipt of valid employment authorization from the federal Department of Homeland Security from participating in a law enforcement preparatory training program. Project employees of DOJ offices under ARPA The bill provides that individuals who are in project positions that were funded by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and who are employed by DOJ may be appointed to equivalent permanent positions at DOJ without going through the civil service hiring process as new hires. Appropriation for restitution moneys The bill makes a technical change to DOJ[s restitution appropriation to provide that it also includes all moneys received by DOJ under any other unspecified court order or settlement agreement for the purpose of providing restitution to victims. Project attorney reporting requirement 2017 Wisconsin Act 261 created two field prosecutor attorney project positions to assist DOJ[s Division of Criminal Investigation and provided that those positions would terminate five years after the effective date of the act. The act also created a requirement that DOJ submit an annual report to JCF describing the activities and effectiveness of those field prosecutor attorneys. Those positions have expired. The bill eliminates the reporting requirement relating to those expired field prosecutor attorney project positions. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Law enforcement officer training reimbursement The bill makes a technical change relating to the appropriations from which reimbursements for law enforcement officer training are paid. Relator appropriation The bill creates a continuing appropriation to hold all moneys received by DOJ that is owed to a relator, to provide payments to relators. A relator is a type of party in a legal action in whose name an action is brought by a state. Gifts and grants and disposition of settlement funds The bill repeals certain changes made by 2017 Wisconsin Act 369 relating to gifts and grants and certain proceeds received by DOJ, specifically reversing provisions that changed a DOJ gifts and grants appropriation and a DOJ gifts, grants, and proceeds appropriation from continuing appropriations to annual appropriations. The bill also repeals the requirement that the attorney general must deposit all settlement funds into the general fund. The bill restores procedures relating to discretionary settlement funds under which the attorney general could expend certain settlement funds not committed under the terms of a settlement after submitting a plan to JCF for passive review only if either 1) the cochairpersons of JCF do not schedule a meeting or 2) a meeting is scheduled and JCF approves a plan for expenditure. LOCAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT Local landlord-tenant ordinances Current law prohibits political subdivisions from enacting certain ordinances relating to landlords and tenants. Political subdivisions may not do any of the following: 1. Prohibit or limit landlords from obtaining or using certain information relating to a tenant or prospective tenant, including monthly household income, occupation, rental history, credit information, court records, and social security numbers. 2. Limit how far back in time a landlord may look at a prospective tenant[s credit information, conviction record, or previous housing. 3. Prohibit or limit a landlord from entering into a rental agreement with a prospective tenant while the premises are occupied by a current tenant. 4. Prohibit or limit a landlord from showing a premises to a prospective tenant during a current tenant[s tenancy. 5. Place requirements on a landlord with respect to security deposits or earnest money or inspections that are in addition to what is required under administrative rules. 6. Limit a tenant[s responsibility for any damage to or neglect of the premises. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 7. Require a landlord to provide to tenants or to the political subdivision any information that is not required to be provided under federal or state law. 8. Require a residential property to be inspected except under certain circumstances. 9. Impose an occupancy or transfer of tenancy fee on a rental unit. Current law also prohibits political subdivisions from regulating rent abatement in a way that permits abatement for conditions other than those that materially affect the health or safety of the tenant or that substantially affect the use and occupancy of the premises. The bill eliminates all of these prohibitions. Local moratorium on evictions Current law prohibits political subdivisions from imposing a moratorium on landlords from pursuing eviction actions against a tenant. The bill eliminates that prohibition. Rental property inspection requirements The bill makes various changes to the requirements relating to inspections of rental properties. The bill eliminates existing limitations on inspection fees that political subdivisions may charge for rental property inspections. Under the bill, a landlord must provide notice to a tenant of an impending inspection in the same manner the landlord would provide notice under current law to enter for repairs or to show the property to prospective tenants. The bill also provides that rental property inspection fees charged by a political subdivision are not subject to deduction from the political subdivision[s tax levy. Local government civil service system and grievance procedure requirements The bill modifies the requirements for any grievance system established by local governmental units, including adding a requirement for any civil service system or grievance procedure to include a just cause standard of review for employee terminations. Under current law, a local governmental unit that did not have a civil service system before June 29, 2011, must have established a grievance system. In order to comply with the requirement to have established a grievance system, a local governmental unit may establish either 1) a civil service system under any provision authorized by law, to the greatest extent practicable, if no specific provision for creation of a civil service system applies to the governmental unit or 2) a grievance procedure as set forth in the statutes. Current law requires that any civil service system established or grievance procedure created must contain a grievance procedure that addresses employee terminations, employee discipline, and workplace safety. The bill does not eliminate the requirement for these provisions but instead adds a requirement for a provision relating to a just cause standard of review for employee terminations, including a refusal to renew a teaching contract. Current law also requires that if a local governmental unit creates a grievance procedure, the procedure must contain certain elements, including a written LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 document specifying the process that a grievant and an employer must follow; a hearing before an impartial hearing officer; and an appeal process in which the highest level of appeal is the governing body of the local governmental unit. The bill provides that the hearing officer must be from the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission and adds the following two additional required elements in the grievance procedure: 1) a provision indicating the grievant is entitled to representation throughout the grievance process and 2) a provision indicating that the employer must bear all fees and costs related to the grievance process, except the grievant[s representational fees and costs. Local employment regulations The bill eliminates the preemptions of local governments from enacting or enforcing ordinances related to the following: 1. Regulations related to wage claims and collections. 2. Regulation of employee hours and overtime, including scheduling of employee work hours or shifts. 3. The employment benefits an employer may be required to provide to its employees. 4. An employer[s right to solicit information regarding the salary history of prospective employees. 5. Regulations related to minimum wage. 6. Occupational licensing requirements that are more stringent than a state requirement. Certain state and local employment regulations The bill eliminates the following: 1. The prohibition of the state and local governments from requiring any person to waive the person[s rights under state or federal labor laws as a condition of any approval by the state or local government. 2. A provision under which neither the state nor a local government may enact a statute or ordinance, adopt a policy or regulation, or impose a contract, zoning, permitting, or licensing requirement, or any other condition, that would require any person to accept any provision that is a subject of collective bargaining under state labor laws or the federal National Labor Relations Act. Project labor agreements Under current law, the state and local units of government are prohibited from engaging in certain practices in letting bids for state procurement or public works contracts. Among these prohibitions, the state and local governments may not do any of the following in specifications for bids for the contracts: 1) require that a bidder enter into an agreement with a labor organization; 2) consider, when awarding a contract, whether a bidder has or has not entered into an agreement with a labor organization; or 3) require that a bidder enter into an agreement that requires that the bidder or bidder[s employees become or remain members of a labor LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 organization or pay any dues or fees to a labor organization. The bill eliminates these limitations related to labor organizations. Exception to local law enforcement officer citizenship requirement Under current law, no person may be appointed as a deputy sheriff of any county or police officer of any city, village, or town unless that person is a citizen of the United States. The bill allows the sheriff of a county or the appointing authority of a local law enforcement agency to elect to authorize the appointment of noncitizens who are in receipt of valid employment authorization from the federal Department of Homeland Security as deputy sheriffs or police officers. The bill also prevents the Law Enforcement Standards Board from preventing such a noncitizen from participating in a law enforcement preparatory training program. Register of deeds recording fees; land information program The bill increases the general recording and filing fees charged by county registers of deeds, increases the amount of the fees that counties must submit to DOA for the land information program, and increases the minimum grant amount DOA may award to counties for education and training grants under the program. Under current law, DOA directs and supervises the land information program and serves as a state clearinghouse for access to land information. Under the land information program, DOA provides technical assistance to state agencies and local governmental units with land information responsibilities, reviews and approves county plans for land records modernization, and provides aids to counties, derived from recording fee revenues collected by counties, for land records modernization projects. Under current law, counties collect fees for recording or filing instruments that are recorded or filed with a register of deeds. Currently, the general fee for recording or filing an instrument is $30. Currently, a county must submit $15 of each $30 recording fee to DOA for the land information program, but the county may retain $8 of the amount it would have been required to submit to DOA if the county meets certain requirements, including establishing a land information office and council and using the retained fees to develop, implement, and maintain a DOA-approved countywide plan for land records modernization on the Internet. The bill increases from $30 to $45 the general recording and filing fee. The bill also increases from $15 to $30 the amount of each fee that a county must submit to DOA and increases from $8 to $15 the amount the county may retain if the current law requirements are met. Under current law, DOA awards land information system base budget grants to counties to enable county land information offices to develop, maintain, and operate basic land information systems. Currently, the minimum amount of a grant is $100,000 less the amount of certain fees retained by the county in the preceding fiscal year. The bill increases that base amount to $140,000 less the retained fees. Under current law, DOA may award a grant under the land information LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 program to any county in an amount not less than $1,000 per year to be used for the training and education of county employees for the design, development, and implementation of a land information system. The bill increases from $1,000 to $5,0000 the minimum training and education grant amount. Municipal records filings and filing requirements for certain annexations The bill transfers the duty of filing certain municipal records from the secretary of state to the secretary of administration and transfers certain records held by the secretary of state to instead be held by DOA. transferred some, but not all, municipal records filing duties from the secretary of state to DOA. The bill completes the transfer of these duties from the secretary of state to DOA for all municipal filing categories. The bill also replaces the term XplatY with the term Xscale mapY in certain filing statutes to conform with existing statutory requirements for certain filings, including petitions for incorporation and for annexation. The bill reduces the number of copies that must be provided to DOA in certain circumstances from multiple copies to just one copy. The bill also requires that certain boundary agreements between municipalities be filed and recorded with the register of deeds if an enacting ordinance is not anticipated to be enacted within 30 days. Local advisory referenda Under current law, a county may not conduct a countywide advisory referendum unless it regards a political subdivision revenue sharing agreement or capital expenditures proposed to be funded by the county property tax levy. In addition, current law prohibits a municipality from conducting an advisory referendum unless it regards tax incremental financing, a local government telecommunications utility, or capital expenditures proposed to be funded by the municipality[s property tax levy. The bill eliminates these restrictions and specifically authorizes a county to conduct referenda for advisory purposes. Provision and funding of emergency medical services by towns The bill authorizes a town to contract for or maintain emergency medical services for the town. The bill also authorizes a town to do any of the following for the purpose of funding these emergency medical services: 1. Appropriate money. 2. Charge property owners a fee for the cost of emergency medical services provided to their property according to a written schedule established by the town board. 3. Levy taxes on the entire town. 4. Levy taxes on property served by a particular source of emergency medical services, to support the source of emergency medical services. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2015 Wisconsin Act 55 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Levy limits under current law Generally, under current law, local levy increase limits are applied to the property tax levies that are imposed by a political subdivision in December of each year. Current law prohibits any political subdivision from increasing its levy by a percentage that exceeds its valuation factor. XValuation factorY is defined as the greater of either 0 percent or, in general, the percentage change in the political subdivision[s equalized value due to new construction, less improvements removed. Current law contains a number of exceptions to the local levy limits, such as amounts a county levies for a countywide emergency medical system, for a county children with disabilities education board, and for certain bridge and culvert construction and repair. In addition, a political subdivision may exceed the levy increase limit that is otherwise applicable if its governing body adopts a resolution to do so and if that resolution is approved by the electors in a referendum. Levy limit reduction for service transfers Under current law, if a political subdivision transfers to another governmental unit the responsibility to provide a service that it provided in the previous year, the levy increase limit otherwise applicable in the current year is decreased to reflect the cost that the political subdivision would have incurred to provide that service. The bill eliminates that provision. Joint emergency services levy limit exception modification Among the current law exceptions to local levy limits is an exception for the amount that a municipality levies to pay for charges assessed by a joint fire department or joint emergency medical services district organized by any combination of two or more municipalities. This exception applies only to the extent that the amount levied to pay for such charges would cause the municipality to exceed the otherwise applicable levy limit and only if the charges assessed by the joint fire department or joint emergency medical services district increase in the current year by an amount not greater than the rate of inflation over the preceding year, plus 2 percent, and if the municipality[s governing body adopts a resolution in favor of exceeding the otherwise applicable levy limit. Under the bill, the exception is expanded to include joint fire services or joint emergency medical services provided by a combination of two or more municipalities through a joint district, joint ownership, joint purchase of services from a nonprofit corporation, or joint contracting with a public or private services provider. The exception is also expanded to cover all fees charged to a municipality by the joint fire services or joint emergency medical services. Levy limit exclusion for cross-municipality transit routes Under the bill, amounts levied by a political subdivision for costs related to new or enhanced transit services that cross adjacent county or municipal borders do not apply to the local levy limits if the political subdivisions between which the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all LEVY LIMITS 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 routes operate have entered into an agreement to provide for the services and if the agreement is approved in a referendum. Levy limit exception for regional planning commission contributions The bill creates a local levy increase limit exception for the amount a political subdivision levies to pay for the political subdivision[s share of the budget of a regional planning commission (RPC). An RPC[s budget is determined annually by the RPC. The RPC then charges all political subdivisions within its jurisdiction a proportional amount to fund the budget based on the equalized value of property in the political subdivision and the total amount of equalized value of property within the RPC[s jurisdiction. TAX INCREMENTAL FINANCING Tax incremental financing under current law Under current law, cities and villages may use tax incremental financing (TIF) to encourage development in the city or village. In general, under TIF, a city or village pays for improvements in a tax incremental district (TID) and then collects tax moneys attributable to all taxing jurisdictions on the increased property value in the TID for a certain period of time to pay for the improvements. Ideally, after the period of time, the city or village will have been repaid for its initial investment, and the property tax base in the TID will have permanently increased in value. In general and in brief, a city or village makes use of TIF using the following procedure: 1. The city or village designates an area as a TID and creates a project plan laying out the expenditures that the city or village will make within the TID. 2. DOR establishes the Xbase valueY of the TID. This value is the equalized value of all taxable property within the TID at the time of its creation. 3. Each year thereafter, the Xvalue incrementY of the property within the TID is determined by subtracting the base value from the current value of property within the TID. The portion of taxes collected on any positive value increment is collected by the city or village for use solely for the project costs of the TID. The taxes collected by the city or village on positive value increments include taxes that would have been collected by other taxing jurisdictions, such as counties or school districts, were the TID not created. 4. Tax increments are collected until the city or village has recovered all of its project costs or until the TID reaches its statutory termination date. Workforce housing initiatives The bill authorizes workforce housing initiatives and makes changes that affect TIDs and state housing grants. The bill creates a definition for Xworkforce housing,Y changes the definition of a Xmixed-use developmentY TID, requires a TID[s project plan to contain alternative economic projections, and changes the method of imposing certain impact fees. Under the bill, a political subdivision may put into effect a workforce housing LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 initiative by taking one of several specified actions and posting on its website an explanation of the initiative. Workforce housing initiatives include the following: reducing permit processing times or impact fees for workforce housing; increasing zoning density for a workforce housing development; rehabilitating existing uninhabitable housing stock into habitable workforce housing; or implementing any other initiative to address workforce housing needs. Once an initiative takes effect, it remains in effect for five years. After June 30, 2026, if a political subdivision has in effect at least three initiatives at the same time, DOA must give priority to housing grant applications from, or related to a project in, the political subdivision. The bill defines Xworkforce housingY to mean both of the following, subject to the five-year average median costs as determined by the U.S. Bureau of the Census: 1. Housing that costs a household no more than 30 percent of the household[s gross median income. 2. Housing that is comprised of residential units for initial occupancy by individuals whose household median income is no more than 120 percent of the county[s gross median income. Under current law, a mixed-use development TID contains a combination of industrial, commercial, or residential uses, although newly platted residential areas may not exceed more than 35 percent of the real property within the TID. Under the bill, newly platted residential areas may not exceed either the 35 percent limit or 60 percent of the real property within the TID if the newly platted residential use that exceeds 35 percent is used solely for workforce housing. The bill also requires a TID[s project plan to include alternative projections of the TID[s finances and feasibility under different economic situations, including a slower pace of development and lower rate of property value growth than expected in the TID. Currently, a city or village may extend the life of a TID for up to one year for housing stock improvement if all of the following occurs: 1. The city or village pays off all of the TID[s project costs. 2. The city or village adopts a resolution stating that it intends to extend the life of the TID, the number of months it intends to do so, and how it intends to improve housing stock. 3. The city or village notifies DOR. Current law requires the city or village to use 75 percent of the tax increments received during the period specified in the resolution to benefit affordable housing in the city or village and 25 percent to improve the city[s or village[s housing stock. Under the bill, a city or village may extend the life of a TID to improve its housing stock or to increase the number of affordable and workforce housing improvements, with at least 50 percent of the funds supporting units for families with incomes of up to 60 percent of the county[s median income. Also under the bill, this extension may be for up to three years. However, for any extension of more than one year, the other taxing jurisdictions must approve of the extension. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under current law, if a city, village, or town imposes an impact fee on a developer to pay for certain capital costs to accommodate land development, the city, village, or town may provide in the ordinance an exemption from, or a reduction in the amount of, impact fees on land development that provides low-cost housing. Under the bill, the impact fee exemption or reduction provisions also apply to workforce housing. Current law prevents the shifting of an exemption from or reduction in impact fees to any other development in the land development in which the low-cost housing is located. The bill applies this provision to workforce housing as well. Reclassification of TID to mixed-use TID When a TID is created, the city or village must designate the TID as one of several sorts of TID: blighted area, rehabilitation or conservation, industrial, or mixed-use. The application of certain rules vary depending on the classification of the TID. For example, blighted area TIDs have a longer potential lifespan than industrial or mixed-use TIDs. Under the bill, a city or village may change the classification of a TID to a mixed-use TID after the creation of the TID. The TID would retain the lifespan and tax collection features of the original classification but would gain the features of a mixed-use TID. The principal difference between mixed-use TIDs and other TIDs is the ability within certain limits to spend tax increments on newly platted residential development. TIF 12 percent rule exception Under current law, when creating a new TID or amending a TID, a city or village must make a finding that the equalized value of taxable property of the new or amended TID plus the value increment of all existing TIDs in the city or village does not exceed 12 percent of the total equalized value of taxable property in the city or village. Under the bill, in lieu of making the 12 percent finding, a city or village may certify to DOR that 1) TIDs with sufficient value increments will close within one year after certification so that the city or village will no longer exceed the 12 percent limit and 2) the city or village will not take any actions that would extend the life of any TID under item 1. MARIJUANA LEGALIZATION AND REGULATION Under the bill, a person who is at least 21 years old may legally possess marijuana. A person who is at least 18 may possess marijuana if the person has certain medical conditions. Under the bill, a person may produce, process, or sell marijuana if the person has a permit. The bill creates an excise tax for the privilege of producing, processing, distributing, or selling marijuana in this state. All of the revenue collected from the tax is deposited into the general fund. Under the bill, a person who may possess medical marijuana is not subject to sales or excise taxes on the purchase or use of the marijuana. The bill also regulates delta-8 THC and delta-10 THC as marijuana. The bill does not affect federal law, which generally prohibits persons from manufacturing, delivering, or possessing marijuana and applies to both intrastate and interstate violations. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Legalizing the possession of marijuana Current law prohibits a person from manufacturing, distributing, or delivering marijuana; possessing marijuana with the intent to manufacture, distribute, or deliver it; possessing or attempting to possess marijuana; using drug paraphernalia; or possessing drug paraphernalia with the intent to produce, distribute, or use a controlled substance. The bill changes state law to allow a Wisconsin resident who is at least 21 to possess no more than two ounces of marijuana and to allow a nonresident of Wisconsin who is at least 21 to possess no more than one-quarter ounce of marijuana. The bill also allows a qualifying patient to possess marijuana for medical purposes. Under the bill, generally, a qualifying patient is an individual who has been diagnosed by a physician as having or undergoing a debilitating medical condition or treatment and who is at least 18 years old. The bill also eliminates the prohibition on possessing or using drug paraphernalia that relates to marijuana consumption. Under the bill, a person who possesses more marijuana than the maximum amount the person is allowed is subject to a penalty, which varies depending on the amount of overage. A person who exceeds the amount by not more than one ounce is subject to a civil forfeiture not to exceed $1,000. A person who exceeds the maximum amount by more than one ounce is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 90 days or both. The person is guilty of a Class I felony if the person also takes action to hide the amount of marijuana they have and has in place a security system to alert them to the presence of law enforcement or a method to intimidate, or a system that could injure or kill, a person approaching the area containing the marijuana. Regulating the production, processing, and selling marijuana Under the bill, no person may sell, distribute, or transfer marijuana unless the person has a permit from DOR. A person that violates this prohibition is guilty of a Class I felony if the intended recipient is an adult and is guilty of a Class H felony if the intended recipient is a minor and the person is at least three years older than the minor. The bill requires a person to obtain separate permits from DOR to produce, process, distribute, or sell marijuana, and requires marijuana producers and processors to obtain additional permits from DATCP. The requirements for obtaining these permits differ based on whether the permit is issued by DOR or DATCP but, in general, a person may not obtain such a permit if they are not a state resident, are under the age of 21, or have been convicted of certain crimes or committed certain offenses. In addition, a person may not operate under a DOR or DATCP permit within 500 feet of a school, playground, recreation facility, child care facility, public park, public transit facility, or library. A person that holds a permit from DOR must also comply with certain operational requirements. Under the bill, a permit applicant with 20 or more employees may not receive a permit from DATCP or DOR unless the the applicant certifies that the applicant has entered into a labor peace agreement with a labor organization. The labor LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 peace agreement must prohibit the labor organization and its members from engaging in any economic interference with persons doing business in this state, must prohibit the applicant from disrupting the efforts of the labor organization to communicate with and to organize and represent the applicant[s employees, and must provide the labor organization access to areas in which the employees work to discuss employment rights and the terms and conditions of employment. Current law prohibits the state and any local unit of government from requiring a labor peace agreement as a condition for any regulatory approval. The permit requirements under the bill are not subject to that prohibition. The bill also requires DATCP and DOR to use a competitive scoring system to determine which applicants are eligible to receive permits. Each department must issue permits to the highest scoring applicants that it determines will best protect the environment; provide stable, family-supporting jobs to local residents; ensure worker and consumer safety; operate secure facilities; and uphold the laws of the jurisdictions in which they operate. Each department may deny a permit to an applicant with a low score. The bill prohibits a DOR permittee from selling, distributing, or transferring marijuana to a person who is under the age of 21 (a minor) and from allowing a minor to be on premises for which a permit is issued. If a permittee violates one of those prohibitions, the permittee may be subject to a civil forfeiture of not more than $500 and the permit may be suspended for up to 30 days. Under the bill, a minor who does any of the following is subject to a forfeiture of not less than $250 nor more than $500: procures or attempts to procure marijuana from a permittee; falsely represents their age to receive marijuana from a permittee; knowingly possesses marijuana; or knowingly enters any premises for which a permit has been issued without being accompanied by their parent, guardian, or spouse who is at least 21 years of age or at least 18 years of age if a qualifying patient. Under the bill, an individual may cultivate as many as six marijuana plants. Only a person that has a permit from DATCP may produce or process more marijuana plants. A person without a permit who possesses more than six but not more than 12 marijuana plants that have reached the flowering stage is subject to a civil forfeiture not to exceed twice the permitting fee, which is $250 under the bill. If the person possesses more than 12 plants that have reached the flowering stage, the person is guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine not to exceed $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 90 days or both. The person is guilty of a Class I felony if the person also takes action to hide the number of plants they have and the person also has in place a security system to alert him or her to the presence of law enforcement or a method to intimidate, or a system that could injure or kill, a person approaching the area containing the plants. The bill requires DOR to create and maintain a medical marijuana registry program whereby a person who is a qualifying patient may obtain a registry identification card and purchase marijuana from a retail establishment without LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 having to pay the sales or excise taxes imposed on that sale. A Xqualifying patientY is a person who is at least 18 and has been diagnosed by a physician as having a debilitating medical condition such as cancer, glaucoma, AIDS, or another specified condition or is undergoing a debilitating medical treatment. Previous convictions relating to marijuana The bill creates a process to review convictions for acts that have been decriminalized under the bill. If the person is currently serving a sentence or on probation for such a conviction, the person may petition a court to dismiss the conviction and expunge the record. If the person has completed a sentence or period of probation for such a conviction, the person may petition a court to expunge the record or, if applicable, redesignate it to a lower crime. Any conviction that is expunged under the bill is not considered a conviction for any purpose under state or federal law. Registration for THC testing labs The bill requires DATCP to register entities as tetrahydrocannabinols (THC)- testing laboratories. The laboratories must test marijuana for contaminants; research findings on the use of medical marijuana; and provide training on safe and efficient cultivation, harvesting, packaging, labeling, and distribution of marijuana, security and inventory accountability, and research on medical marijuana. Discrimination based on marijuana use Under the fair employment law, no employer or other person may engage in any act of employment discrimination against any individual on the basis of the individual[s use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer[s premises during nonworking hours, subject to certain exceptions, one of which is if the use impairs the individual[s ability to undertake adequately the job-related responsibilities of that individual[s employment. The bill specifically defines marijuana as a lawful product for purposes of the fair employment law, such that no person may engage in any act of employment discrimination against an individual because of the individual[s use of marijuana off the employer[s premises during nonworking hours, subject to those exceptions. Under current law, an individual may be disqualified from receiving unemployment insurance benefits if they are terminated because of misconduct or substantial fault. The bill specifically provides that an employee[s use of marijuana off the employer[s premises during nonworking hours does not constitute misconduct or substantial fault unless termination for that use is permitted under one of the exceptions under the fair employment law. Unless federal law requires otherwise, the bill prohibits a hospital, physician, organ procurement organization, or other person from determining the ultimate recipient of an anatomical gift on the sole basis of a positive test for the use of marijuana by a potential recipient. Drug screening and testing The bill exempts THC, including marijuana, from drug testing for certain LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 public assistance programs. Currently, a participant in a community service job or transitional placement under the Wisconsin Works program (W2) or a recipient of the FoodShare program, also known as the food stamp program, who is convicted of possession, use, or distribution of a controlled substance must submit to a test for controlled substances as a condition of continued eligibility. DHS is currently required to request a waiver of federal Medicaid law to require drug screening and testing as a condition of eligibility for the childless adult demonstration project in the Medical Assistance program. Current law also requires DHS to promulgate rules to develop and implement a drug screening, testing, and treatment policy for able-bodied adults without dependents in the FoodShare employment and training program. The bill exempts THC from all of those drug-testing requirements and programs. In addition, because THC is not a controlled substance under state law under the bill, the requirement under current law that DCF promulgate rules to create a controlled substance abuse screening and testing requirement for applicants for the work experience program for noncustodial parents under W2 and the Transform Milwaukee Jobs and Transitional Jobs programs does not include THC. Under current law, DWD must establish a program to test claimants who apply for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits for the presence of controlled substances, as defined under federal law. If a claimant tests positive for a controlled substance, the claimant may be denied UI benefits, subject to certain exceptions and limitations. The bill excludes THC for purposes of this testing requirement. As such, under the bill, an individual who tests positive for THC may not be denied UI benefits. MILITARY AFFAIRS Tuition grant program for national guard members The bill makes changes to DMA[s tuition grant program relating to the grant amount awarded to national guard members for higher education as well as the name of the grants. Under current law, DMA awards tuition grants to eligible national guard members enrolled in qualifying schools, which include public and private institutions of higher education. The amount of the tuition grant payment is equal to 100 percent of the actual tuition charged by the guard member[s school or 100 percent of the maximum resident undergraduate tuition charged by the UW- Madison for a comparable number of credits, whichever amount is less. The bill specifies that, in calculating the amount of tuition charged by a qualifying school, the amount includes tuition and segregated fees if the school is a UW System institution and includes program fees and incidental fees if the school is a technical college. The bill also renames grants awarded under the program as Xeducational grantsY rather than Xtuition grants.Y The bill further specifies that, subject to exceptions, if an eligible guard member receives an educational grant, no other award of financial aid to the guard member may be reduced because of the educational grant. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Incumbent local exchange carrier grants Under current law, DMA operates a grant program to reimburse incumbent local exchange carriers operating as originating service providers for costs associated with Next Generation 911. Currently, no moneys may be encumbered from the appropriation that funds the grant program after June 30, 2027. The bill removes the June 30, 2027, end date for encumbering funds under the grant program. Costs eligible for disaster assistance payment grants Under current law, DMA may make payments from state disaster assistance appropriation accounts to eligible local governmental units for costs that are a direct result of certain disasters, including eligible costs of debris removal; certain emergency protective measures for the protection of life, public health, and property; and certain damage to roads and bridges. The bill directs that the costs eligible for such payments include certain categories of work designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency[s public assistance program, including the program[s Category D, regarding water control facilities; Category E, regarding public buildings and contents; Category F, regarding public utilities; and Category G, regarding parks, recreation, and other facilities. Under current law, DMA may also make payments from a state disaster assistance appropriation account to local governmental units for the damages and costs incurred as the result of a disaster if 1) the disaster is not eligible for other funding related to a presidentially declared Xmajor disaster,Y or 2) DMA determines the disaster does not meet a certain per capita impact indicator. Additionally, the local governmental unit receiving the payment must pay for 30 percent of the amount of damages and costs resulting from the disaster. The bill requires DMA to provide a $68,100 payment in fiscal year 2025]26 from the same state disaster assistance appropriation account to the Town of Westport, exempts the payment from the program[s eligibility requirement, and exempts the town from the 30 percent payment requirement. NATURAL RESOURCES FISH, GAME, AND WILDLIFE Hunting, fishing, and trapping fees Under current law, DNR issues hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses, permits, and other approvals and charges a fee to issue most approvals. The bill increases hunting, fishing, and trapping approval fees. The following table includes a sample of these fee increases (XNRY indicates nonresident): Hunting approvals Small game NR Small game Deer LRB-2186/1 ALL:all Increase New fee Current fee $20.00 $35.25 $15.25 $20.00 $107.25 $87.25 $20.00 $41.25 $21.25 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 NR Deer $197.25 Elk NR Elk $248.25 Class A bear NR Class A bear $248.25 Archer deer NR Archer deer $197.25 Crossbow deer NR Crossbow deer $197.25 Wild turkey NR Wild turkey Fishing approvals Annual fishing NR Annual Fishing One-day fishing NR One-day fishing Combination approvals Sports NR Sports $292.25 Conservation patron $160.25 NR Conservation patron $615.25 Wolf harvesting NR Wolf harvesting $250.25 Trapping and taxidermist approvals Trapping NR Trapping $149.25 Taxidermist NR Taxidermist $100.00 Commercial fishing and fish dealer approvals LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $20.00 $217.25 $20.00 $66.25 $46.25 $20.00 $268.25 $40.00 $86.25 $46.25 $40.00 $288.25 $20.00 $41.25 $21.25 $20.00 $217.25 $20.00 $41.25 $21.25 $20.00 $217.25 $10.00 $22.25 $12.25 $10.00 $72.25 $62.25 $10.00 $29.25 $19.25 $10.00 $64.25 $54.25 $10.00 $17.25 $7.25 $10.00 $24.25 $14.25 $20.00 $77.25 $57.25 $40.00 $332.25 $40.00 $200.25 $40.00 $655.25 $40.00 $88.25 $48.25 $40.00 $290.25 $20.00 $39.25 $19.25 $20.00 $169.25 $20.00 $70.00 $50.00 $20.00 $120.00 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Commercial fishing outlying waters Rough fish harvest Shovelnose sturgeon permit Wholesale fish dealer Stamps, tags, and specialty approvals Turkey Pheasant Waterfowl Inland trout Great Lakes salmon/trout Wild rice and ginseng approvals Wild rice harvest Wild ginseng harvest NR Wild ginseng harvest Deer carcass disposal sites The bill requires DNR to provide financial assistance to local governments, individuals, businesses, and nonprofit conservation organizations to purchase large metal containers for the disposal of deer carcasses. Fish, wildlife, and parks program operations The bill creates an appropriation, from moneys in the conservation fund that DNR receives from forestry activities, for the operation of fish, wildlife, and parks programs. Endangered resources funding match Under current law, DNR administers the endangered resources program, which includes improving habitats for endangered or threatened species, conducting the natural heritage inventory, conducting wildlife research and surveys, providing wildlife management services, and providing for wildlife damage control. Current law appropriates from the general fund to DNR an amount equal to the amount of gifts, grants, and bequests received for the program and any additional payments designated for the program by an individual filing an income tax return, not to exceed $500,000 in a fiscal year. The bill increases the limit to $950,000. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all $20.00 $919.25 $899.25 $10.00 $35.00 $25.00 $10.00 $60.00 $50.00 $10.00 $110.00 $100.00 $7.75 $12.75 $5.00 $6.00 $15.75 $9.75 $2.00 $13.75 $11.75 $6.00 $15.75 $9.75 $7.00 $16.75 $9.75 $10.00 $17.50 $7.50 $10.00 $25.00 $15.00 $10.00 $40.00 $30.00 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 FORESTRY Managed forest land fees Under current law, DNR administers the managed forest land (MFL) program, under which the owner of a parcel of land designated as MFL makes an annual acreage share payment in lieu of property taxes. In exchange, the owner must comply with certain forestry practices and, subject to exceptions, must open the land to the public for recreational activities. Certain actions relating to a parcel designated as MFL must be recorded by the appropriate register of deeds and DNR must pay any required fee for the recording. Under current law, MFL may be transferred from one owner to another with payment of a $100 fee, which is deposited in the conservation fund. Of that amount, $20 is credited to a DNR appropriation for the payment of register of deed fees. Land may also be withdrawn from the MFL program with payment of a $300 fee. Under the bill, $100 transfer fees and $300 withdrawal fees are deposited in the conservation fund and credited to the DNR appropriation for the payment of fees to the registers of deeds. Wildfire suppression reimbursement Under current law, DNR administers the fire suppression aids program, which provides grants to counties, cities, villages, towns, and fire suppression organizations to assist with the cost of training and supplies for fire suppression. The bill appropriates to DNR, from the conservation fund, a sum sufficient to reimburse local fire departments under the program. Forestry-industry-wide strategic plan The bill requires DNR to develop a forestry-industry-wide strategic plan and road map and to submit a final report on this plan to the Council on Forestry no later than September 16, 2026. Transfer from forestry account to transportation fund The bill transfers $25,000,000 from the forestry account of the conservation fund to the transportation fund. Transfer to forestry account The bill modifies the amount of GPR to be transferred to the conservation fund for forestry purposes. Under current law, an amount equal to 0.1697 mills for each dollar of equalized property value in the state is transferred. The bill modifies the amount of the transfer to 0.1406 mills for each dollar of equalized property value in the state. Current law requires funds transferred in this manner to be used for acquiring, preserving, and developing the forests of the state and for various other purposes related to forestry. NAVIGABLE WATERS Great Lakes and Mississippi River erosion control revolving loan programs The bill requires DNR to administer revolving loan programs to assist municipalities and owners of homes located on the shore of Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, or the Mississippi River where the structural integrity of municipal LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 buildings or homes is threatened by erosion of the shoreline. Under the bill, moneys for the programs are provided from the environmental fund, the segregated fund used to finance environmental management programs administered by DNR and pollution abatement programs administered by DNR and DATCP. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules to administer the programs, including eligibility requirements and income limitations, and authorizes DNR to promulgate emergency rules for the period before permanent rules take effect. Bonding for dam safety projects Under current law, the state may contract up to $39,500,000 in public debt to provide financial assistance to counties, cities, villages, towns, and public inland lake protection and rehabilitation districts for dam safety projects. The bill increases the bonding authority for these projects by $15,000,000. Outdoor skills training program The bill changes which appropriation from the conservation fund pays for an outdoor skills training program. Under current law, the UW System must enter into an agreement with an established national organization that provides training to persons who are interested in learning about the outdoor skills needed by women to hunt, fish, camp, canoe, and undertake other outdoor recreational activities in order to provide that type of training to interested persons. Free admission to state parks for fourth graders Under current law, no person may operate a vehicle in any state park or in certain other recreational areas on state land unless the vehicle displays a vehicle admission receipt. The bill requires DNR to waive the fee for an annual vehicle admission receipt issued to the parent or guardian of a pupil receiving a fourth grade level of instruction. A parent or guardian of a qualifying pupil may apply to DNR for the waiver by submitting required certifications. A parent or guardian may receive the waiver only once in his or her lifetime and DNR may issue a waiver only once for a household. State park admission and camping fee waivers for tribal members The bill requires DNR to waive the fee for an annual vehicle admission receipt issued to a member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band located in this state. Under current law generally, no person may operate a vehicle in any state park or in certain other recreational areas on state land unless the vehicle displays a vehicle admission receipt. The bill also requires DNR to waive the camping fee for a member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band located in this state. Under current law generally, no person may camp in a state campground unless the applicable camping fee is paid. Interpretive programs in state forests Current law provides that all moneys received from fees charged for admission to educational and interpretive programs in state parks are appropriated for the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all RECREATION 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 costs associated with those programs. The bill adds moneys received from fees charged for admission to those programs in state forests to this appropriation, to be used for the costs associated with those programs. Kenosha Dunes restoration funding The bill appropriates moneys from the general fund to DNR for erosion control projects in the Kenosha Dunes unit of the Chiwaukee Prairie state natural area in Kenosha County. Credit card fee recovery The bill provides that DNR may collect a credit card handling fee to cover credit card transaction costs incurred in collecting fees for vehicle admission receipt and camping fees that are paid for by using a credit card. The bill requires DNR to promulgate rules establishing the amount of the fee, which may not be more than the amount necessary to cover the costs of using a credit card for fee payment. GENERAL NATURAL RESOURCES Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program The bill reauthorizes the Warren Knowles-Gaylord Nelson Stewardship 2000 Program (stewardship program) until 2036 and makes various changes to the program. Current law authorizes the state to incur public debt for certain conservation activities under the stewardship program, which is administered by DNR. The state may incur this debt to acquire land for the state for conservation purposes and for property development activities and may award grants or state aid to certain local governmental units and nonprofit conservation organizations (NCOs) to acquire land for these purposes. Current law establishes the amounts that DNR may obligate in each fiscal year through fiscal year 2025]26 for expenditure under each of five subprograms of the stewardship program. The bill increases the total amount that may be obligated for the stewardship program from $33,250,000 each fiscal year to $83,000,000 each fiscal year beginning with fiscal year 2026]27 and ending with fiscal year 2035]36. Moneys obligated under the stewardship program are appropriated from the capital improvement fund (CIF) and stewardship bond proceeds are deposited into CIF. Current law provides that, in obligating moneys under the subprogram for land acquisition, DNR must set aside certain amounts to be obligated only for DNR to acquire land and to provide grants to counties for land acquisition (county forest grants). Specifically, the set-aside for DNR land acquisition each fiscal year is $1,000,000 plus the amount transferred to CIF under an appropriation that transfers from moneys received for forestry activities (the forestry account) to CIF $5,000,000 in each fiscal year. The set-aside for county forest grants is equal to the amount transferred to CIF under an appropriation that transfers from the forestry account to CIF $3,000,000 in each fiscal year. The bill ends these annual transfers from the forestry account to CIF beginning in fiscal year 2026]27 and replaces the corresponding set-aside requirements under the land acquisition subprogram with appropriations that directly fund those purposes from the conservation fund, not the stewardship program. Specifically, the bill appropriates $6,000,000 each fiscal LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 year from the conservation fund for DNR land acquisitions and $3,000,000 each fiscal year from the forestry account for county forest grants. The $6,000,000 that the bill appropriates directly each fiscal year for DNR land acquisitions is $1,000,000 more than the amount currently transferred to CIF and set aside for this purpose, and in addition the bill continues to provide a $1,000,000 set-aside for this purpose under the land acquisition subprogram of the stewardship program. The bill provides that any amount in CIF remaining from the amounts transferred from the forestry account in fiscal years 2022]23, 2023]24, 2024]25, and 2025]26 is transferred back to the forestry account in fiscal year 2026]27. The bill eliminates a current law provision that states that, of the amount set aside under the land acquisition subprogram for DNR to acquire land, DNR may not use more than one-third to acquire land in fee simple. In addition, the bill eliminates a provision requiring DNR to use at least two appraisals to determine the current fair market value of land that is the subject of a stewardship funding for an NCO or governmental unit if DNR estimates the fair market value of the land to exceed $350,000. The bill increases from $7,000,000 to $14,000,000 the amount under the land acquisition subprogram that must be set aside for grants to nonprofit conservation organizations each fiscal year. The bill renames the property development and local assistance subprogram to be the Xstate property development and local parks and recreation subprogram,Y and increases from $14,250,000 to $51,500,000 the amount in each fiscal year that may be obligated under the subprogram. Of that amount, the bill increases from $5,000,000 to $15,450,000 the amount that DNR must obligate for property development each fiscal year and increases from $9,250,000 to $36,050,000 the amount that DNR must obligate for local assistance each fiscal year. The bill increases from $500,000 to $2,500,000 the amount that DNR is required to set aside each fiscal year, from the amounts obligated for property development, for grants to friends groups and NCOs for property development activities on DNR properties. The bill also increases from $20,000 to $50,000 the maximum amount that DNR may encumber per DNR property for these grants in each fiscal year. The bill creates a motorized recreation grant program funded from stewardship moneys, under which DNR may award a grant to a county, city, village, town, or recreational vehicle club either to acquire land for the purpose of establishing an all-terrain vehicle trail, off-highway motorcycle trail, or snowmobile trail (treated as obligated from the land acquisition subprogram) or to construct a trail crossing for an all-terrain vehicle trail, off-highway motorcycle trail, or snowmobile trail as part of an interchange project (treated as obligated from the state property development and local parks and recreation subprogram). The bill requires DNR to allocate $5,000,000 in each fiscal year for these grants. The bill renames the recreational boating aids subprogram to be the Xlocal recreation boat facilities subprogramY and increases from $3,000,000 to $9,000,000 the amount in each fiscal year that DNR may obligate under the subprogram. The bill eliminates DNR[s authority under current law to use funds, whether stewardship or other funds, for recreational boating project feasibility studies. The LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 bill changes one of the factors that DNR must consider in establishing priorities for projects from Xprojects underwayY to Xprojects in a state of readiness.Y The bill creates two new programs and funds them with appropriations from the general fund. Specifically, the bill creates a grant program for nonprofit conservation organizations to support wildlife and habitat management, and a tribal co-management program under which DNR must coordinate with the federally recognized American Indian tribes or bands domiciled in this state in the management of education infrastructure, land management activities, and other activities on DNR land. Nonprofit conservation organization grants Under current law, DNR is authorized to provide grants to nonprofit conservation organizations for a variety of conservation purposes, including acquisition of property, encouraging land management activities that enhance the state[s natural resources, and providing technical assistance. The bill creates an appropriation to DNR from the general fund for the purpose of providing grants to nonprofit conservation organizations and requires DNR to award grants in the 2025]26 fiscal year to the following organizations: 1) Gathering Waters, 2) the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, 3) River Alliance of Wisconsin, and 4) Wisconsin Lakes. Building demolition The bill creates a continuing appropriation from the general fund to DNR for the demolition of buildings on DNR-owned property. Wild rice stewardship The bill appropriates to DNR from the general fund moneys for wild rice stewardship efforts within the waters of areas where American Indian tribes or bands hold treaty-based rights to harvest wild rice. The bill provides that not less than $50,000 of the amounts appropriated for each fiscal year must be allocated for public education and outreach pertaining to wild rice harvesting. Off-highway motorcycle sales tax collection Under current law, 1 percent of sales and use taxes on all-terrain vehicles, utility terrain vehicles, boats, and snowmobiles are deposited in the segregated conservation fund. The bill provides that 1 percent of sales and use taxes on off- highway motorcycles are deposited in the conservation fund and credited to the DNR appropriation for off-highway motorcycle administration. Funding from Indian gaming receipts Current law and Indian gaming compacts require DOA to transfer portions of Indian gaming receipts to certain DNR appropriations annually. At the end of each fiscal year, unobligated funds from programs that receive tribal gaming revenues revert to the appropriation account to which Indian gaming receipts are credited. The bill eliminates the requirement to transfer these amounts to an appropriation that funds snowmobile law enforcement operations and safety training and fatality reporting and eliminates that appropriation. The bill also creates a new appropriation to DNR for providing grants to federally recognized LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 American Indian tribes or bands for maintenance and repair of fish hatcheries operated by the tribe or band. Under current law, DNR makes a payment to the Lac du Flambeau band of Lake Superior Chippewa based on the amount of fees collected by DNR for certain hunting and fishing approvals and the number of certain approvals issued within the the Lac du Flambeau reservation. DNR makes this payment from an appropriation that receives tribal gaming revenues. The bill provides that this appropriation is subject to the same reversion requirement as other gaming receipts transfers to DNR. PUBLIC UTILITIES Funding for broadband expansion grant program The bill appropriates GPR funding for the broadband expansion grant program administered by PSC. Focus on Energy funding The bill makes changes to the funding of statewide energy efficiency and renewable resources programs, known as Focus on Energy, that current law requires investor-owned electric and natural gas utilities to fund. Under the bill, PSC must require those utilities to spend 2.4 percent of their annual operating revenues derived from retail sales to fund Focus on Energy and related programs. Under current law, the amount those utilities must spend is 1.2 percent of their annual operating revenues from retail sales. Focus on Energy residential customer energy storage The bill includes residential energy storage system programs and programs for reducing energy demand in the Focus on Energy program. Energy innovation grant program The bill appropriates GPR for the energy innovation grant program (EIGP), which is administered by PSC[s Office of Energy Innovation and awards grants for projects related to energy efficiency and innovation. Currently, the EIGP is funded with federal money from the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Residential and commercial energy improvements The bill allows PSC to authorize a public utility to finance energy improvements at a specific dwelling for a residential or commercial customer. Under the bill, a public utility may recover the costs of such an energy improvement through a surcharge periodically placed on the customer[s account. The bill requires PSC to promulgate rules establishing requirements for this financing, which must include that the surcharge is assigned to a location, not to an individual customer; that energy improvements are eligible for financing only if they are estimated to save an amount that exceeds the surcharge; and that the financing offered may not increase a customer[s risk or debt. Deadline for a certificate of public convenience and necessity Current law generally prohibits a person from commencing construction of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 certain large electric generating facilities or high-voltage transmission lines without obtaining a certificate of public convenience and necessity (CPCN) from PSC. After a person files a complete application for a CPCN, PSC must take final action on the application within 180 days, or else PSC is considered to have issued a CPCN to the applicant. However, current law also allows the PSC chairperson to extend that deadline for no more than an additional 180 days. If PSC fails to take final action within the extended deadline, PSC is considered to have issued the CPCN. The bill authorizes the PSC chairperson to make two such 180-day extensions instead of just one. Brownfield renewable energy generation grants Under the bill, PSC makes grants to developers and electric providers for redeveloping brownfields for renewable energy generation. The grants may be used only for remediating brownfields, developing renewable energy infrastructure on brownfields, and technical support. Nuclear energy feasibility study The bill requires PSC to conduct a nuclear power plant feasibility study and creates an appropriation to fund the study. Electric utility integrated resource plans The bill requires investor-owned and municipal electric utilities to file integrated resource plans with PSC. An integrated resource plan must describe the resources an electric utility could use to meet the service needs of its customers over the next 5-year, 10-year, and 15-year periods and must contain certain other information, including forecasts of electricity demand under various reasonable scenarios and plans and projected costs for meeting that electricity demand. PSC must establish requirements for the contents and filing of the plans, and PSC must approve, reject, or modify an electric utility[s integrated resource plan consistent with the public interest. The bill also requires PSC to review the integrated resource plans filed by electric utilities to inform its biennial strategic energy assessment. Under current law, the strategic energy assessment evaluates the adequacy and reliability of the state[s current and future energy supply. Securitization of retiring power plants Under current law, an energy utility is allowed to apply to PSC for an order allowing the utility to finance the costs of the following activities by issuing bonds: 1) the construction, installation, or otherwise putting into place of environmental control equipment in connection with a plant that, before March 30, 2004, has been used to provide service to customers and 2) the retiring of any existing plant, facility, or other property to reduce, control, or eliminate environmental pollution in accordance with federal or state law. Current law defines these activities as Xenvironmental control activities.Y If approved by PSC, the bonds, which are referred to as Xenvironmental trust bonds,Y are secured by revenues arising from charges paid by an energy utility[s customers for the utility to recover the cost of the activities, as well as the cost of financing the bonds. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill adds the retiring of any existing electric generating facility fueled by nonrenewable combustible energy resources as an environmental control activity, the costs of which may be financed by an environmental trust bond. Remove size limit on grants for lead service line replacement The bill allows water public utilities to make grants that cover the full cost of replacing lead-containing customer-side water service lines. Under current law, water public utilities may, after applying to and receiving approval from PSC, make grants and loans to property owners to assist replacement of customer-side water service lines containing lead. Current law prohibits PSC from approving a water public utility[s application to provide these grants unless grants are limited to no more than one-half of the total cost of replacing lead-containing customer-side water service lines. REAL ESTATE Real estate condition reports Under current law, with certain exceptions, an owner selling residential real property or vacant land must give a prospective buyer a form, known as a real estate condition report for residential real property and known as the vacant land disclosure report for vacant land (real estate condition report), on which the owner discloses certain conditions of, and other information about, the real property of which the owner is aware. Currently, as part of the real estate condition report, a seller must disclose whether the applicable real estate is located in a floodplain. The bill requires the real estate condition report to include a link to a DNR website for more information about flood insurance. Current law also requires a seller of residential real estate to indicate whether any insurance claims related to damage to the premises have been filed in the past five years. The bill adds the same provision to the vacant land disclosure report. Additionally, the bill adds to both real estate condition reports language that specifies that the disclosure related to insurance claims includes insurance claims for damage caused by a flood. Lastly, the bill adds to the real estate condition report a disclosure related to claims for financial support, other than insurance claims, for damage to the property caused by a flood. Under current law and the bill, the real estate condition report includes a provision under which the prospective buyer acknowledges that that technical knowledge such as that acquired by professional inspectors may be required to detect certain defects, including Xfloodplain status.Y Landlord notification requirements The bill provides that, if a landlord has actual knowledge that a rental property is located in a floodplain, the landlord must disclose that fact to a prospective tenant before entering into a lease or accepting any earnest money or security deposit from the prospective tenant. RETIREMENT AND GROUP INSURANCE Benefits for domestic partners The bill provides that domestic partners of public employees be treated LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 similarly to spouses of public employees for purposes of benefits received through ETF. These benefits include group health insurance coverage, beneficiary rights under the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), automatic beneficiary rights under the deferred compensation plan, and duty disability survivorship benefits. WRS annuitants returning to work Under current law, if a WRS annuitant, or a disability annuitant who has attained his or her normal retirement date, is appointed to a position with a WRS- participating employer or provides employee services to a WRS-participating employer in which he or she is expected to work at least two-thirds of what is considered full-time employment by ETF, the annuity must be suspended and no annuity payment is payable until after the participant again terminates covered employment. The bill removes the requirement that an annuitant who returns to work for a participating employer have his or her annuity suspended and become a participating employee and instead allows an annuitant who returns to work to either 1) elect to suspend his or her annuity and become a participating employee or 2) elect to continue receiving his or her annuity and not become a participating employee. Under current law, a WRS participant who has applied to receive a retirement annuity must wait at least 75 days between terminating covered employment with a WRS employer and returning to covered employment again as a participating employee. The bill reduces that period to 30 days. Waiting period for state employees Under current law, most state employees, other than limited-term employees, become covered under the state group health insurance plan on the first day of the first month after becoming employed with the state by filing an election within 30 days of being hired. However, most state employees are ineligible for an employer contribution toward the premiums for the first three months of employment. The bill changes the date to the first day of the second month for most state employees, other than limited-term employees, hired after the effective date of the bill. Internal auditor The bill creates the Office of Internal Audit attached to ETF. Under the bill, the office plans and conducts audits of activities and programs administered by ETF, among other responsibilities, while following policies, principles, and directives established by the Employee Trust Funds Board (ETFB). The bill requires ETFB to appoint an internal auditor and internal audit staff within the classified service who report directly to ETFB. Currently, the internal auditor for ETF reports to the secretary of ETF, and internal audit staff report to the internal auditor. Automated operating system progress report The bill requires the secretary of ETF to submit with ETF[s biennial budget request a report that includes details of ETF[s expenditures to implement an LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 automated operating system and a progress report and timelines of ETF[s anticipated progress on modernizing its business processes and integrating its information technology systems. SAFETY AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES Licensure of advanced practice registered nurses Under current law, a person who wishes to practice professional nursing must be licensed by the Board of Nursing as a registered nurse (RN). The bill creates an additional system of licensure for advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), to be administered by the board. Under the bill, in order to apply for an APRN license, a person must 1) hold, or concurrently apply for, an RN license; 2) have completed an accredited graduate-level or postgraduate-level education program preparing the person to practice as an APRN in one of four recognized roles and hold a current national certification approved by the board; 3) possess malpractice liability insurance as provided in the bill; 4) pay a fee determined by DSPS; and 5) satisfy certain other criteria specified in the bill. The bill also allows a person who has not completed an accredited education program described above to receive an APRN license if the person 1) on January 1, 2026, is both licensed as an RN in Wisconsin and practicing in one of the four recognized roles and 2) satisfies additional practice or education criteria established by the board. The bill also, however, automatically grants licenses to certain RNs, as further described below. The four recognized roles, as defined in the bill, are 1) certified nurse-midwife; 2) certified registered nurse anesthetist; 3) clinical nurse specialist; and 4) nurse practitioner. The bill requires the board, upon granting a person an APRN license, to also grant the person one or more specialty designations corresponding to the recognized role or roles for which the person qualifies. Under the bill, all APRNs, except APRNs with a certified nurse-midwife specialty designation, must practice in collaboration with a physician or dentist. However, under the bill, an APRN may practice without being supervised by a physician or dentist if the board verifies that the APRN has completed 3,840 hours of professional nursing in a clinical setting and has completed 3,840 clinical hours of advanced practice registered nursing practice in his or her recognized role while working with a physician or dentist during those 3,840 hours of practice. APRNs may count additional hours practiced as an APRN in collaboration with a physician or dentist towards the 3,840 required hours of professional nursing. APRNs with a certified nurse-midwife specialty designation are instead required, if they offer to deliver babies outside of a hospital setting, to file and keep current with the board a proactive plan for involving a hospital or a physician who has admitting privileges at a hospital in the treatment of patients with higher acuity or emergency care needs, as further described below. Regardless of whether an APRN has qualified to practice independently, the bill provides that an APRN may provide chronic pain management services only while working in a collaborative relationship with a LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 physician who, through education, training, and experience, specializes in pain management. Alternatively, if an APRN has qualified to practice independently and currently has privileges in a hospital, the APRN may provide chronic pain management services without a collaborative relationship with a physician. The holder of an APRN license may append the title XA.P.R.N.Y to his or her name, as well as a title corresponding to whichever specialty designations that the person possesses. The bill prohibits any person from using the title XA.P.R.N.,Y and from otherwise indicating that he or she is an APRN, unless the person is licensed by the board as an APRN. The bill also prohibits the use of titles and abbreviations corresponding to a recognized role unless the person has a specialty designation for that role. The bill allows an APRN to delegate a task or order to another clinically trained health care worker if the task or order is within the scope of the APRN[s practice, the APRN is competent to perform the task or issue the order, and the APRN has reasonable evidence that the health care worker is minimally competent to perform the task or issue the order under the circumstances. The bill requires an APRN to adhere to professional standards when managing situations that are beyond the APRN[s expertise. Under the bill, when an APRN renews his or her APRN license, the board must grant the person the renewal of both the person[s RN license and the person[s APRN license. The bill requires all APRNs to complete continuing education requirements each biennium in clinical pharmacology or therapeutics relevant to the APRN[s area of practice and to satisfy certain other requirements when renewing a license. Practice of nurse-midwifery The bill eliminates licensure and practice requirements specific to nurse- midwives and the practice of nurse-midwifery, including specific requirements to practice with an obstetrician. Under the bill, Xcertified nurse-midwifeY is one of the four recognized roles for APRNs, and a person who is licensed as a nurse-midwife under current law is automatically granted an APRN license with a certified nurse- midwife specialty designation. The bill otherwise allows nurse-midwives to be licensed as APRNs if they satisfy the licensure requirements, except that the bill also requires that a person applying for a certified nurse-midwife specialty designation be certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board. The bill also requires an APRN with a specialty designation as a certified nurse-midwife to file with the Board of Nursing, and obtain the board[s approval of, a plan for ensuring appropriate care or care transitions in treating certain patients if the APRN offers to deliver babies outside of a hospital setting. Prescribing authority Under current law, a person licensed as an RN may apply to the Board of Nursing for a certificate to issue prescription orders if the person meets certain requirements established by the board. An RN holding a certificate is subject to LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 various practice requirements and limitations established by the board and must possess malpractice liability insurance in an amount determined by the board. The bill eliminates certificates to issue prescription orders and generally authorizes APRNs to issue prescription orders. A person who is certified to issue prescription orders under current law is automatically granted an APRN license with his or her appropriate specialty designation. RNs who are practicing in a recognized role on January 1, 2026, but who do not hold a certificate to issue prescription orders on that date and who are granted an APRN license under the bill may not issue prescription orders. As under current law, an APRN issuing prescription orders is subject to various practice requirements and limitations established by the board. The bill eliminates a provision concerning the ability of advanced practice nurses who are certified to issue prescription orders and who are required to work in collaboration with or under the supervision of a physician to obtain and practice under a federal waiver to dispense narcotic drugs to individuals for addiction treatment. Malpractice liability insurance The bill requires all APRNs to maintain malpractice liability insurance in coverage amounts specified under current law for physicians and nurse anesthetists except for an APRN whose employer has in effect malpractice liability insurance that provides at least the same amount of coverage for the APRN. Additionally, the bill requires APRNs who have qualified to practice independently and who practice outside a collaborative or employment relationship to participate in the injured patients and families compensation fund. The injured patients and families compensation fund provides excess medical malpractice coverage for health care providers who participate in the fund and meet all other participation requirements, which includes maintaining malpractice liability insurance in coverage amounts specified under current law. Other changes The bill directs DHS to require a hospital that provides emergency services to have sufficient qualified personnel available at all times to manage the number and severity of emergency department cases anticipated by the location. At a minimum, the bill directs DHS to require a hospital that provides emergency services to have on-site at least one physician who, through education, training, and experience, specializes in emergency medicine. The bill makes numerous other changes throughout the statutes relating to APRNs, including various terminology changes. BUILDINGS AND SAFETY Private on-site wastewater treatment system grants The bill extends the grant program aiding certain persons and businesses served by failing private on-site wastewater treatment systems (POWTS), which are commonly known as septic tanks. Under current law, the program is repealed LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 effective June 2025. In addition, under the bill, a failing POWTS installed at least 33 years before the submission of a grant application is eligible to receive a grant. Current law authorizes grants only for failing POWTS that were installed before July 1, 1978. Offsetting costs of trade exams administered by third parties The bill creates an appropriation for DSPS to reduce the cost of examinations required to obtain an occupational license in the building trades that are administered by a third party. Combining operations and administrative services appropriations The bill combines two program revenue appropriations for operations and administrative services related to DSPS[s regulation of industry, buildings, and safety into a single appropriation. PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE DSPS renewal dates; continuing education; nursing workforce survey Under current law, a two-year renewal period applies to many health and business credentials administered by DSPS or a credentialing board. The renewal date for each two-year period is specified by statute. In addition, the laws governing some professions specify continuing education requirements, either by statute or by rule, as part of credentialing renewal. The bill eliminates statutory renewal dates for these credentials and instead allows DSPS, in consultation with the credentialing boards, to establish renewal dates. The bill makes various changes to continuing education requirements for various professions to account for the flexible renewal periods allowed in the bill, including allowing DSPS and the credentialing boards to adjust continuing education requirements and to establish interim continuing education or other reporting requirements as needed to align with changes to renewal cycles. Nursing refresher course tuition reimbursement program The bill requires DSPS to establish and implement a program to reimburse individuals for the cost of completing a nursing refresher course offered at a technical college. The reimbursement is available to individuals who are licensed as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse, are under 60 years of age, and have not actively practiced nursing in the prior five-year period. The bill requires DSPS to allocate at least $150,000 in each fiscal year for reimbursements under the program. Professional licenses for certain noncitizens Currently, federal law prohibits all but certain noncitizens from receiving any Xstate or local public benefit,Y which is defined to include any Xprofessional license, or commercial license provided by an agency of a state or local government.Y However, federal law allows states to explicitly allow eligibility for certain public benefits. The bill allows certain individuals who are not U.S. citizens to receive any professional license issued in this state if they meet all other requirements or qualifications for the professional license. For purposes of the bill, Xprofessional LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 licenseY means a license, registration, certification, or other approval to perform specific work tasks, whether issued by the state or a local governmental entity. Statewide clinician wellness program The bill allows DSPS to provide a statewide clinician wellness program to provide support to health care workers in this state in maintaining their physical and mental health and ensuring long-term vitality and effectiveness for their patients and their profession. Reviews of criminal records The bill requires DSPS, when conducting an investigation of the arrest or conviction record of a credential applicant, to obtain and review information to determine the circumstances of each case or offense, except that the bill allows DSPS, in its discretion, to complete its investigation of an arrest or conviction record without reviewing the circumstances of certain types of offenses specified in the bill. These offenses include certain first offense operating while intoxicated and related violations; certain underage alcohol violations; and minor, nonviolent ordinance violations, as determined by DSPS. Rules; license portability The bill provides that DSPS or a credentialing board in DSPS may promulgate rules to achieve enhanced license portability to help facilitate streamlined pathways to licensure for internationally trained professionals and increased reciprocity. Combining general operations appropriations The bill combines five program revenue appropriations related to the licensing, rule-making, and regulatory functions of DSPS into a single appropriation. SHARED REVENUE County and municipal property tax freeze incentive payments The bill provides property tax freeze incentive payments to counties and municipalities that do not increase their property tax levies. Under the bill, if a county[s or municipality[s property tax levy is less than or equal to its property tax levy in the immediately preceding year, it will receive a payment equal to the sum of the following amounts: 1) its property tax levy multiplied by 0.03, and 2) if it received a property tax freeze incentive payment in the immediately preceding year, the amount of that payment multiplied by 1.03. For purposes of eligibility for the payments, expenditures made related to annexation and service consolidation and unreimbursed emergency expenditures do not count as part of a county[s or municipality[s property tax levy. Payments to counties and municipalities for nontaxable tribal land The bill provides payments to counties and municipalities to compensate for not being able to impose local general property taxes on real property exempt from taxation under the 1854 Treaty of La Pointe. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Automatically increasing the municipal services payments account The bill increases the amounts transferred to the local government fund for payments for municipal services. Under the bill, each fiscal year those amounts increase by the percentage change in the estimated amount of revenues received from the state sales and use tax for the previous fiscal year from the immediately preceding fiscal year. Current law provides state aid payments to municipalities that provide municipal services to state facilities. Energy and liquefied natural gas storage facilities The bill provides utility aid payments to counties and municipalities where energy storage facilities are located. Under the bill, DOA distributes to each city and village in which an energy storage facility is located two-thirds of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000, and the county in which such a facility is located is distributed one-third of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000. DOA distributes to each town in which an energy storage facility is located one-third of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000, and the county in which such a facility is located is distributed two-thirds of the amount calculated by multiplying the facility[s megawatt capacity by $2,000. The bill defines an Xenergy storage facilityY as property that receives electrical energy, stores the energy in a different form, and converts that other form of energy back to electrical energy for sale or to use to provide reliability or economic benefits to the electrical grid. The bill also defines an Xenergy storage facilityY as property that is owned by a light, heat, and power company, electric cooperative, or municipal electric company and includes hydroelectric pumped storage, compressed air energy storage, regenerative fuel cells, batteries, and similar technologies. The bill also provides utility aid payments to counties and municipalities where liquefied natural gas storage facilities (LNG storage facilities) are located. The payment received by a city or village where an LNG storage facility is located is determined by multiplying the net book value of the LNG storage facility by six mills and by three mills in the case of a town. The payment received by a county where an LNG storage facility is located is determined by multiplying the net book value of the LNG storage facility by three mills if the facility is located in a city or village and by six mills if the facility is located in a town. Aid to taxing jurisdictions for pipelines assessed by the state Beginning in 2027, the bill requires the state to pay each taxing jurisdiction an amount equal to the property taxes levied on the pipeline property of a pipeline company for the property tax assessments as of January 1, 2024. Generally under current law, the property of a pipeline company is subject to the public utilities tax, and property that is subject to the public utilities tax is exempt from local property taxation. Aid to Green Bay for NFL draft public safety costs The bill provides the city of Green Bay with an additional $1,000,000 in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 county and municipal aid for reimbursement of public safety costs associated with the NFL draft in April 2025. Expenditure restraint incentive program Under current law, generally, a municipality is eligible to receive an expenditure restraint incentive payment if its property tax levy is greater than five mills and if the annual increase in its municipal budget is less than the sum of factors based on inflation and the increased value of property in the municipality as a result of new construction. Under the bill, the inflation factor used to determine eligibility is equal to the percentage change in the consumer price index or 3 percent, whichever is greater. The bill also excludes the following from being considered in determining eligibility for an expenditure restraint incentive program payment: 1) the amount by which a municipality[s base and supplemental county and municipal aid received in the applicable year exceeds the amount of base and supplemental county and municipal aid received by the municipality in 2024; 2) all grants received from the federal government; 3) revenues from a municipal vehicle registration fee that is approved by a majority of electors voting at a referendum; 4) the amount by which a municipality[s payments received for municipal services provided to facilities owned by the state exceeds the amount of those payments received in 2024; and 5) the $1,000,000 additional county and municipal aid payment to the city of Green Bay provided by the bill to reimburse public safety costs associated with the NFL draft in April 2025. Local government fund transfer to offset certain sales tax exemptions The bill increases the amount of the transfer from the general fund to the local government fund in fiscal year 2026-27 to compensate for the loss of sales and use tax revenues from the bill[s sales tax exemptions for over-the-counter prescription drugs and electricity and natural gas sold from May to October. Under current law, the annual increase in the amount of the county and municipal aid payments and the supplemental county and municipal aid payments is determined by the percentage change in the revenues received from the sales and use tax. Timing of transfers to the local government fund The bill increases the annual July transfer from the general fund to the local government fund to cover the full amount of expenditure restraint incentive program payments, computer aid payments, and video service provider fee aid payments that are paid to taxing jurisdictions from the local government fund by the 4th Monday in July. Moving the date of computer aid payments Beginning in 2026, the bill requires DOA to make computer aid payments to taxing jurisdictions by the first Monday in May. Under current law, computers and certain computer-related equipment are exempt from local personal property taxes, and DOA makes computer aid payments to taxing jurisdictions to compensate them for the corresponding loss of property tax revenue. Current law requires DOA to make computer aid payments by the fourth Monday in July. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 STATE GOVERNMENT GENERAL STATE GOVERNMENT Grants for local projects Current law requires the Building Commission to establish and operate a grant program to assist nonstate organizations to carry out construction projects having a statewide public purpose. Before approving each grant, the Building Commission must determine that the organization carrying out the project has secured additional funding for the project from nonstate revenue sources in an amount that is equal to at least 50 percent of the total cost of the project. The bill transfers the grant program to DOA. However, the Building Commission retains its role in approving each grant, making the statewide public purpose determination, and making the determination concerning the amount of nonstate funds the prospective grantee has raised for a project. The bill further authorizes additional grants under the program to cities, villages, towns, counties, and tribal governments for construction projects having a statewide public purpose if the grant is approved by the Building Commission. Under the bill, these grants are funded from the interest earnings of the local government segregated fund. Finally, the bill specifically authorizes the following grants under the program, which are subject to Building Commission approval and the other requirements and limitations under the program: 1. A grant of up to $4,000,000 to assist the New Community Shelter, Inc., in the construction of a permanent supportive housing facility in Brown County. 2. A grant of up to $6,000,000 to assist the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee, Inc., and Community Smiles Dental in carrying out renovation of the historic Wisconsin Avenue School in the city of Milwaukee for use as a health and wellness center. 3. A grant of up to $15,000,000 to assist the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, Inc., in constructing a new facility to expand food processing, storage, and distribution. 4. A grant of up to $860,000 to assist the Colfax Railroad Museum, Inc., in constructing and renovating museum facilities in the village of Colfax to protect and display historical railroad artifacts. 5. A grant of up to $3,000,000 to assist the city of Green Bay in the construction and development of a public market. 6. A grant of up to $4,250,000 to assist the city of Glendale in the construction of a new library that will serve the communities of Bayside, Fox Point, Glendale, and River Hills, as well as all of Milwaukee County through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System. 7. A grant of up to $2,000,000 to a nonstate organization or a city, village, town, or county for the purchase, construction, or renovation of a child care center in the southwest region of the state. 8. A grant of up to $2,500,000 to assist Wellpoint Care Network, Inc., in LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 renovating an existing facility in the city of Milwaukee to establish a child care center. Project labor agreements Under current law, the state and local units of government are prohibited from engaging in certain practices in letting bids for state procurement or public works contracts. Among these prohibitions, the state and local governments may not do any of the following in specifications for bids for the contracts: 1) require that a bidder enter into an agreement with a labor organization; 2) consider, when awarding a contract, whether a bidder has or has not entered into an agreement with a labor organization; or 3) require that a bidder enter into an agreement that requires that the bidder or bidder[s employees become or remain members of a labor organization or pay any dues or fees to a labor organization. The bill eliminates these limitations related to labor organizations. Vacancies in certain appointive offices Under current law, vacancies in public office may occur in a number of ways, including when the incumbent resigns, dies, or is removed from office, or, in the case of elected office, when the incumbent[s term expires. However, as the Wisconsin Supreme Court held in State ex rel. Kaul v. Prehn, 2022 WI 50, expiration of an incumbent[s term of office does not create a vacancy if the office is filled by appointment for a fixed term. Absent a vacancy or removal for cause, these incumbents may remain in office until their successors are appointed and qualified. Under the bill, a vacancy in public office is created if the office is filled by appointment of the governor by and with the advice and consent of the senate for a fixed term and the incumbent[s term expires or the governor submits his or her nomination for the office to the senate, whichever is later. Office of Violence Prevention The bill creates the Office of Violence Prevention in DOA, establishes certain duties with respect to the office, and directs the office to award grants for community violence intervention. The bill provides that the office must coordinate and expand violence prevention activities and work to reduce the incidences of interpersonal violence. To achieve these goals, the office must do all of the following: 1. Establish a violence prevention focus across state government. 2. Collaborate with other state agencies that are interested or active in the reduction of interpersonal violence. 3. Support the development and implementation of comprehensive, community-based violence prevention initiatives within local units of government across the state, including collaborating with law enforcement agencies. 4. Develop sources of funding beyond state revenues to maintain the office and expand its activities. 5. Create a directory of existing violence prevention services and activities in each county. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 6. Support and provide technical assistance to local organizations that provide violence prevention services, including in seeking out and applying for grant funding in support of their initiatives. 7. Develop public education campaigns to promote safer communities. The bill directs the office to establish and implement a program to award grants to support effective violence reduction initiatives in communities across the state. Up to $3,000,000 of the grants must be awarded to federally recognized American Indian tribes or bands in this state or organizations affiliated with tribes relating to missing and murdered indigenous women. The bill also requires that up to $500,000 be awarded for grants related to suicide prevention for the following activities: 1) to train staff at a firearm retailer or firearm range on how to recognize a person who may be considering suicide; 2) to provide suicide prevention materials for distribution at a firearm retailer or firearm range; and 3) to provide voluntary, temporary firearm storage. Task force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls The bill creates the Task Force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls. The task force must examine various factors that contribute to violence against African American women and girls and submit to the governor two annual reports by December 31, 2026, on actions that can be taken to eliminate violence against African American women and girls. Director of Native American affairs The bill requires the secretary of administration to appoint a director of Native American affairs in the unclassified service to manage relations between the state and American Indian tribes or bands in the state. Grants to each American Indian tribe or band in Wisconsin The bill requires DOA to award grants of equal amounts to each American Indian tribe or band in the state for the following purposes: 1. To programs to meet the needs of members of the tribe or band. 2. To promote tribal language and cultural revitalization. Under the bill, no grant moneys awarded under the above grant programs may be used to pay gaming-related expenses. Other tribal grants The bill requires DOA to do all of the following: 1. Award grants to the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin to support the Menominee Indian Tribe[s transit services, in an amount not to exceed $266,600 annually. 2. Award grants to the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin to conduct an intergovernmental training program, available to all tribal governments in Wisconsin, to improve consultations and communication between the tribes and the state. The grants may not total more than $60,000 annually. 3. Award grants to the Wisconsin Indigenous Housing and Economic Development Corporation to support tribal economic development and housing LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 programs in Wisconsin. The grants may not total more than $3,890,000 in the 2025-26 fiscal year and $2,540,000 annually thereafter. 4. Award grants to American Indian tribes or bands in this state to support strategic planning concerning cybersecurity, in an amount up to $250,000 annually. 5. Award grants to American Indian tribes or bands in this state to support home repairs that reduce energy burdens and improve health outcomes, in an amount up to $1,000,000 annually. Community climate engagement grant program The bill requires DOA to establish and administer a community climate engagement grant program. Under the program, DOA is required to award grants to local nongovernmental organizations in Wisconsin for the purpose of promoting local climate and clean energy community engagement. Additionally, under the program, DOA is itself required to conduct and support outreach across Wisconsin concerning climate change, climate resilience, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Community climate action grants The bill requires DOA to create a grant program to assist local governmental units and governing bodies of federally recognized American Indian tribes and bands in this state with the development of climate risk assessment and action plans or to implement emission reduction and action projects. Under the bill, DOA is required to assist local governments and tribal governments with the development of climate risk assessment and action plans. Grants to provide civil legal services The bill requires DOA to award grants to the Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation, Inc., for the purpose of providing civil legal services. Translation services The bill provides that DOA may provide assistance to state agencies for costs related to translation services that are provided to a state agency through a state contract. The bill also appropriates GPR for the purpose. Artificial intelligence tools and infrastructure support The bill requires DOA to develop and maintain artificial intelligence tools and infrastructure for the benefit of state agencies, including the legislature and the courts. Cybersecurity Under current law, DOA is required to ensure that an adequate level of information technology services is made available to state agencies. The bill requires that DOA additionally conduct cybersecurity emergency incident response for state agencies. The bill funds those activities with up to $10,000,000 each fiscal year in moneys from the general fund that are allocated to sum sufficient appropriations of state agencies. A sum sufficient appropriation is expendable in the amounts necessary to accomplish the purpose specified in the appropriation. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill also creates an annual appropriation of GPR for DOA[s cybersecurity activities generally. Cybersecurity insurance The bill requires DOA to undertake planning and preparation to have a cybersecurity insurance program for executive branch agencies by the 2027]29 fiscal biennium. Closed meetings to consider information technology security issues Under current law, a governmental body is generally required to meet in open session. Open session is a meeting that is held in a place reasonably accessible to members of the public and open to all citizens at all times. The bill allows a governmental body to go into closed session for the purpose of considering information technology security issues affecting information technology systems over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. Funding for the Division of Alcohol Beverages The bill creates a program-revenue appropriation to fund the Division of Alcohol Beverages (DAB) in DOR. Under current law, the DAB administers and enforces the state[s alcohol beverage laws, including issuing alcohol beverage permits. The DAB is currently funded from multiple DOR appropriations, including an appropriation that receives proceeds from an administrative fee of 11 cents per gallon on taxed distilled spirits. The bill creates, for DAB, a single PR appropriation consisting of DAB permit fees and associated administrative fees and liquor tax administrative fees. Public records location fee Current law allows an authority to impose a fee on any person requesting a public record to cover the cost of locating that record, if the cost is $50 or more. The location fee may not exceed the actual, necessary, and direct cost of locating the record. Current law defines an XauthorityY to include any elective official or state or local government agency that has custody of a public record. Under the bill, the cost of locating a public record must be $100 or more before an authority may impose a fee to cover the actual, necessary, and direct cost of locating the record. Lobbying fees Under current law, fees paid to the Ethics Commission for lobbying activities are appropriated to the commission for the administration of the lobbying laws. The bill eliminates that appropriation and requires that all fees paid to the commission for lobbying activities be deposited in the general fund. First class city school district audit response funding The bill directs DOA to provide payments to a first class city school district (currently only Milwaukee Public Schools) to implement recommendations from audits of the school district initiated by the governor. The payments may be used for items addressed in the audits, financial reporting software, and data LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 compatibility with state and local finance systems. Additionally, the payments may be made only if, at the time of payment, the secretary of administration is satisfied that the school district is already making substantial progress on implementation of the audit recommendations. TEACH program; GPR funding Under current law, DOA administers the Technology for Educational Achievement (TEACH) program. The TEACH program offers telecommunications access to school districts, private schools, cooperative educational service agencies, technical college districts, independent charter school authorizers, juvenile correctional facilities, private and tribal colleges, and public library boards at discounted rates. Currently, the TEACH program is funded from the universal service fund. The bill provides additional GPR for the TEACH program. TEACH; broadband speed threshold As part of TEACH, current law requires DOA to establish an educational telecommunications access program to provide educational agencies with access to data lines. Under current law, DOA must require an educational agency to pay not more than $250 per month for each data line provided under the program. However, the maximum amount DOA may charge an educational agency for a data line is not more than $100 per month if the data line relies on a transport medium that operates at a speed of 1.544 megabits per second. The bill increases the threshold speed for the $100 per month maximum payment to 100 megabits per second. State AmeriCorps scholarship program Under current law, an individual who completes a term of service in the AmeriCorps program may receive a Segal AmeriCorps education award to pay for post-secondary educational expenses. The bill creates a program that provides a matching scholarship to individuals who are residents of Wisconsin or who complete their AmeriCorps service in Wisconsin. Under the bill, the matching amounts are subject to availability of monies. The scholarship money awarded under the program may only be used to pay tuition and fees at a technical college, college, or university in Wisconsin. National and community service board appropriation Current law appropriates moneys received from the federal Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) to administer the national and community service program and to provide grants for the national and community service program. The bill changes the appropriation for administration from one that is limited to the amounts in the schedule to one that appropriates all moneys received that are designated for administration by the CNCS. The bill also clarifies that the appropriation for grants appropriates all moneys received that are designated for grants by the CNCS. BCPL payments in lieu of taxes appropriation Under current law, land that the BCPL owns is not subject to property taxes. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 For certain lands purchased on or after July 14, 2015, though, BCPL makes annual payments to municipalities in lieu of the property tax that would have been owed on these lands were they not tax exempt. Currently, the source of these payments is a sum certain appropriation. The bill changes that appropriation to a sum sufficient appropriation. Security services at multitenant state buildings and facilities The bill eliminates the separate appropriation for security services at multitenant state buildings and facilities and moves the related purposes of the appropriation to a different appropriation. STATE FINANCE Refunding certain general obligation debt The bill increases from $11,235,000,000 to $12,835,000,000 the amount of state public debt that may be contracted to refund any unpaid indebtedness used to finance tax-supported or self-amortizing facilities. The unpaid indebtedness includes unpaid premium and interest amounts. Under current law, the Building Commission may not incur public debt for refunding purposes unless the true interest costs to the state can be reduced. STATE EMPLOYMENT Paid family and medical leave The bill requires the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA to develop a program for paid family and medical leave of 8 weeks annually for most state employees. The bill requires the administrator to submit the plan for approval as a change to the state compensation plan to the Joint Committee on Employment Relations (JCOER). If JCOER approves the plan, the plan becomes effective January 1, 2027. The bill also requires the Board of Regents of the UW System to develop a plan for a program for paid family and medical leave of 8 weeks annually for employees of the system and requires the board to submit the plan to the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA with its compensation plan changes for the 2025-27 biennium. If JCOER approves the plan, the program becomes effective January 1, 2027. Paid sick leave for limited term employees Under current law, permanent and project state employees receive the following paid leave: vacation; personal holidays; sick leave; and legal holidays. The bill requires the state to provide paid sick leave to limited term employees of the state at the same rate as to permanent and project state employees. The bill also requires the Board of Regents of the UW System to develop a plan for a program for paid sick leave for temporary employees of the system and requires the board to submit the plan to the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA with its compensation plan changes for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Green Bay Correctional Institution The bill allows the director of the Bureau of Merit Recruitment and Selection in the Division of Personnel Management in DOA to waive competitive hiring procedures for an employee in the classified service at the Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI) during the period the facility is decommissioned if the individual is qualified to perform the duties of the position and the position the individual will be filling is assigned to a class at a pay range that is the same as individual[s position at GBCI, or a lower pay range. Vacation hours for state employees The bill provides additional annual leave hours to state employees during their third, fourth, and fifth years of service. Under current law, state employees who are in nonexempt status under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act earn annual leave at the rate of 104 hours per year of continuous service during the first five years of service and, on an employee[s fifth anniversary of continuous service, the rate increase to 144 hours of annual leave per year of continuous service. Under the bill, beginning on the employee[s second anniversary, a state employee in nonexempt status begins earning vacation hours at the rate of 120 hours per year of service. Under current law, state employees who are in exempt status under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act earn annual vacation at the rate of 120 hours per year of continuous service during the first five years of service and, on the fifth anniversary of continuous service, the rate increase to 160 hours of annual leave per year of continuous service. Under the bill, beginning on the employee[s second anniversary, a state employee in exempt status begins earning vacation hours at the rate of 136 hours per year of service. Removal of salary caps for WHEFA employees Current law allows WHEFA to employ an executive director and limits the compensation of the executive director to the maximum of the salary range established for positions assigned to executive salary group 6. Current law also limits the compensation of each other employee of WHEFA to the maximum of the salary range established for positions assigned to executive salary group 3. The bill removes these limits on compensation of the executive director and employees of WHEFA. Apprenticeship programs Under current law, state agencies may provide on-the-job and off-the-job training to employees without loss of pay to employees. This includes research projects, courses of study, institutes, short courses related to the performance of the employee[s job duties, and paying for tuition and related fees. The bill allows a state agency to provide an apprenticeship program. Under such a program, an apprentice is a probationary employee for the duration of the apprenticeship and attains permanent status upon completion of the apprenticeship but may be separated at any time during the apprenticeship without right of appeal. Under the bill, the compensation plan for state employees may allow for rates of pay for LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 apprentices that reflect the appropriate beginning pay for apprentices as well as pay increases for the attainment of additional qualifications during the apprenticeship. Finally, the bill provides that apprentices may take paid holidays in the same manner as other probationary employees. Juneteenth state holiday The bill designates June 19, the day on which Juneteenth is celebrated, as a state holiday on which state offices are closed. Under current law, the offices of the agencies of state government are generally closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and a total of nine state holidays. The bill also requires the administrator of the Division of Personnel Management in DOA to include June 19 and November 11, which is the day on which Veterans Day is traditionally celebrated, as paid holidays for UW System employees in the proposal it submits to the Joint Committee on Employee Relations for compensation plan changes for the 2025]27 fiscal biennium. Veterans Day state holiday The bill designates November traditionally celebrated, as a state holiday on which state offices are closed. Under current law, the offices of the agencies of state government are generally closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and a total of nine state holidays. Additionally, under current law, state employees receive annually a total of 4.5 paid personal holidays, one of which is provided specifically in recognition of Veterans Day. Under the bill, state employees continue to receive 4.5 paid personal holidays. However, the bill removes the specification that one of the paid personal holidays is provided in recognition of Veterans Day. In total, the bill increases the number of regular paid holidays state employees receive annually from nine days to 11 days. Supplemental appropriations for salary and fringe benefit costs incurred in enterprise assessments and billings Under current law, if employees of an agency receive a salary increase under a compensation plan approved by JCOER or under a contract approved by the legislature, a state agency can request a program supplement to the agency[s budget from JCF in order to pay for the salary increase and related costs. Some state agencies pay for services provided by DOA employees rather than having their own employees perform those services, and DOA assesses or bills the agencies for the services provided by DOA employees. The bill creates four new appropriations from which an agency may request a program supplement when DOA assesses or bills the agency for increased costs for those services due to a salary increase under a compensation plan approved by JCOER or under a contract approved by the legislature. Project employees of district attorney offices under ARPA The bill provides that individuals who are in project positions that were funded by the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 in offices of district attorneys may be appointed to equivalent permanent positions in those offices without going through the civil service hiring process as new hires. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 11, the day on which Veterans Day is 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Project employees of the Public Defender Board under ARPA The bill provides that individuals who are in project positions that were funded by the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and who are employed by the Public Defender Board may be appointed to equivalent permanent positions in those offices without going through the civil service hiring process as new hires. Position transfers and funding changes Under the bill, all of the following occur: on January 1, 2027, the funding source for 24.0 FTE FED positions in DOA changes from a single DOA appropriation to two DOA program revenue appropriations and one DOA GPR appropriation; and 17.5 FTE FED positions and incumbent employees transfer from DOA to the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission, and the position funding changes to a single WERC GPR appropriation. SECRETARY OF STATE Deputy secretary of state The bill creates the position of deputy secretary of state. The secretary of state may delegate any duty or power to the deputy secretary of state, except duties and powers the secretary of state performs as a member of the BCPL. Appropriations to the secretary of state Under current law, DFI[s general program operations are funded from an annual program revenue appropriation. From this appropriation, $150,000 is transferred annually to an appropriation to the secretary of state for general program operations. The bill increases the amount of the transfer to $502,900 in the 2025]26 fiscal year and $555,400 annually thereafter. The bill also creates a continuing appropriation to the secretary of state of all moneys received from the federal government to be expended for the purposes for which received and creates a continuing program revenue appropriation to the secretary of state of all moneys received by the secretary of state from gifts, grants, bequests, and devises to be expended for the purposes for which made and received. The bill makes certain other changes to appropriations to the secretary of state, including an increase in the lapse of certain moneys appropriated to the secretary of state to the general fund at the end of each fiscal year. Office of the Secretary of State The bill provides that the Office of the Secretary of State is the exclusive office that may affix the great seal of the state of Wisconsin to a document and authenticate the document. The bill also provides that the Office of the Secretary of State must provide apostille services. Popular initiative and referendum The bill requires the legislature to introduce and vote on a joint resolution providing for a constitutional amendment that creates a petition process by which the people may propose and approve laws and constitutional amendments at an election and that creates a referendum process by which the people may reject an LRB-2186/1 ALL:all LEGISLATURE 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 act of the legislature. A proposed constitutional amendment requires adoption by two successive legislatures, and ratification by the people, before it can become effective. Specifically, the proposed constitutional amendment provides that the people may file a petition with the agency that administers state elections (currently the Elections Commission) for a referendum to reject any act of the legislature, a section of any act, or an item of appropriation in any act. A petition for referendum must be signed by qualified electors equaling at least 4 percent of the vote cast for the office of governor at the last preceding gubernatorial election. A qualified elector is a U.S. citizen age 18 or older who has resided in an election district or ward in Wisconsin for at least 28 days. After validating a petition[s signatures, the agency that administers state elections is required to order a referendum at the next general election occurring at least 120 days after the petition was filed with the agency. No act or part of an act rejected in a referendum may be reenacted during the legislative session in which it was rejected. The proposed constitutional amendment further provides that the people may propose, by petition filed with the agency that administers state elections, laws and constitutional amendments for a vote at an election. The petition must satisfy all of the following conditions: 1. For a petition for an initiative law, be signed by qualified electors equaling at least 6 percent of the vote cast for the office of governor at the last preceding gubernatorial election. 2. For a petition for an initiative constitutional amendment, be signed by qualified electors equaling at least 8 percent of the vote cast for the office of governor at the last preceding gubernatorial election. 3. Include the full text of the proposed law or constitutional amendment prepared in proper form. Upon request by any qualified elector, the agency that administers state elections is required to have the proposed law or constitutional amendment drafted in proper form and made available to the public. The proposed law or amendment must embrace no more than one subject, and that subject must be expressed in the title. 4. Be filed with the agency that administers state elections not less than 120 days before the election at which the proposed law or constitutional amendment is to be voted upon. Similar to the process for a referendum, after verifying an initiative petition[s signatures, the agency that administers state elections is required to order the submission of the initiative law or constitutional amendment to the qualified electors of the state for their approval or rejection at the next succeeding general election occurring at least 120 days after the petition was filed with the agency. If approved by a majority of the qualified electors voting at the election, an initiative law or constitutional amendment goes into effect on the 30th day after the date the agency that administers state elections certifies the election results, unless LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 a different effective date is specified in the initiative. The legislature may not repeal or amend an initiative law for the two years immediately succeeding its publication and may not repeal or amend an initiative law except by a vote of two- thirds of all members elected to each house. If an initiative law or constitutional amendment is rejected at the election, substantially the same initiative law or amendment, as determined by the agency that administers state elections, may not be considered again by voters under the initiative process for at least five years. Legislative intervention in certain court proceedings Current law provides that the legislature may intervene as a matter of right in an action in state or federal court when a party to the action does any of the following: 1. Challenges the constitutionality of a statute. 2. Challenges a statute as violating or being preempted by federal law. 3. Otherwise challenges the construction or validity of a statute. Current law further provides that the legislature must be served with a copy of the proceedings in all such actions, regardless of whether the legislature intervenes in the action. The bill eliminates all of these provisions. Retention of legal counsel by the legislature Current law allows representatives to the assembly and senators, as well as legislative employees, to receive legal representation from DOJ in most legal proceedings. However, current law also provides all of the following: 1. With respect to the assembly, that the speaker of the assembly may authorize a representative to the assembly or assembly employee who requires legal representation to obtain outside legal counsel if the acts or allegations underlying the action are arguably within the scope of the representative[s or employee[s legislative duties, and the speaker may obtain outside legal counsel in any action in which the assembly is a party or in which the interests of the assembly are affected, as determined by the speaker. 2. With respect to the senate, that the senate majority leader may authorize a senator or senate employee who requires legal representation to obtain outside legal counsel if the acts or allegations underlying the action are arguably within the scope of the senator[s or employee[s legislative duties, and the majority leader may obtain outside legal counsel in any action in which the senate is a party or in which the interests of the senate are affected, as determined by the majority leader. 3. That the cochairpersons of the Joint Committee on Legislative Organization (JCLO) may authorize a legislative service agency employee who requires legal representation to obtain outside legal counsel if the acts or allegations underlying the action are arguably within the scope of the employee[s legislative duties, and the cochairpersons may obtain outside legal counsel in any action in which the legislature is a party or in which the interests of the legislature are affected, as determined by the cochairpersons. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill eliminates these provisions. Under the bill, representatives to the assembly and senators, as well as legislative employees, may continue to receive legal representation from DOJ in most legal proceedings. Advice and consent of the senate Under current law, any individual nominated by the governor or another state officer or agency subject to the advice and consent of the senate, whose confirmation for the office or position is rejected by the senate, may not do any of the following during the legislative session biennium in which his or her nomination is rejected: 1. Hold the office or position for which he or she was rejected. 2. Be nominated again for that office or position. 3. Perform any duties of that office or position. The bill eliminates those restrictions. Records and correspondence of legislators Under current law, the Public Records Board prescribes policies and standards for the retention and disposition of public records made or received by a state officer or agency. However, for purposes of public records retention, the definition of Xpublic recordsY does not include the records and correspondence of any legislator. The bill eliminates that exception for a legislator[s records and correspondence. Passive review by JCF; objections to be public Current law requires that JCF review certain proposed actions before an agency may execute the action. The review required often takes the form of a passive review. In a passive review, the agency must submit the proposed action to JCF and if the cochairpersons of JCF do not notify the agency within a certain period, often 14 days, that a member of JCF has objected to the action, the agency may execute the proposed action. If, however, a member objects, the agency is limited to the action as approved or modified by JCF. The bill specifies that the name of any JCF member who objects to the proposed action, as well as the reason the member objects, must be recorded and made publicly available. Capitol security Under current law, DOA is required to submit any proposed changes to security at the capitol, including the posting of a firearm restriction, to JCLO for approval under passive review. The bill eliminates that requirement. TAXATION INCOME TAXATION Tax exemption for tips The bill creates an income tax exemption for cash tips received by an employee from the customers of the employee[s employer. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Earned income tax credit The bill increases the amount that an individual with fewer than three qualifying children may claim as the Wisconsin earned income tax credit (EITC). Under current law, the Wisconsin EITC is equal to a percentage of the federal EITC. The percentage is 4 percent of the federal EITC if the individual has one qualifying child, 11 percent if the individual has two qualifying children, and 34 percent if the individual has three or more qualifying children. The credit is refundable, which means that if the credit exceeds the individual[s tax liability, he or she will receive the excess as a refund check. Under the bill, the percentage of the federal EITC that an eligible individual may claim for Wisconsin purposes is 16 percent if the individual has one qualifying child, 25 percent if the individual has two qualifying children, and 34 percent if the individual has three or more qualifying children. Homestead tax credit expansion Under current law, the homestead tax credit is a refundable income tax credit that may be claimed by homeowners and renters. The credit is based on the claimant[s household income and the amount of property taxes or rent constituting property taxes on his or her Wisconsin homestead. Because the credit is refundable, if the credit exceeds the claimant[s income tax liability, he or she receives the excess as a refund check. Under current law, there are three key dollar amounts used when calculating the credit: 1. If household income is $8,060 or less, the credit is 80 percent of the property taxes or rent constituting property taxes. If household income exceeds $8,060, the property taxes or rent constituting property taxes are reduced by 8.785 percent of the household income exceeding $8,060, and the credit is 80 percent of the reduced property taxes or rent constituting property taxes. 2. The credit may not be claimed if household income exceeds $24,680. 3. The maximum property taxes or rent constituting property taxes used to calculate the credit is $1,460. Beginning with claims filed for the 2025 tax year, the bill increases the income phase-out threshold from $8,060 to $19,000, reduces the percentage used for household income above the income phase-out threshold to 7.891 percent, and increases the maximum income amount from $24,680 to $37,500. The bill also indexes the $19,000, $37,500, and $1,460 amounts for inflation during future tax years. Changing the name of the homestead credit The bill also renames the homestead income tax credit to the property tax and rent rebate. Veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit eligibility expansion The bill reduces the eligibility threshold for an eligible veteran, the spouse of an eligible veteran, and the unremarried surviving spouse of an eligible veteran to claim the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit under the individual LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 income tax system. Under the bill, a claimant may claim the credit if the service- connected disability rating of the veteran for whom the claimant is claiming the credit is at least 70 percent. Currently, that rating must be 100 percent. Under the bill, the maximum credit that a claimant may claim is multiplied by the percentage of the service-connected disability rating. The bill does not affect a claimant who claims the credit based on the individual unemployability rating. Under current law, a claimant may also claim the credit if the disability rating based on individual unemployability of the veteran for whom the claimant is claiming the credit is 100 percent. Rent qualifying for the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit Current law does not expressly address the treatment of renters for purposes of claiming the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit. DOR allows an eligible veteran or surviving spouse who is a renter to claim the credit if he or she is required to pay the property taxes under a written agreement with the landlord and pays the property taxes directly to the municipality. Under the bill, an eligible veteran or surviving spouse who is a renter may claim the veterans and surviving spouses property tax credit in an amount equal to his or her rent constituting property taxes. The bill defines Xrent constituting property taxesY to mean 20 percent of the rent paid during the year for the use of a principal dwelling if heat is included in the rent and 25 percent of the rent if heat is not included. Adding a fifth income tax bracket The bill adds a fifth income tax bracket having a rate of 9.80 percent for individuals and married joint filers with taxable income exceeding $1,000,000 and for married separate filers with taxable income exceeding $500,000. Under current law, there are four income tax brackets for single individuals, certain fiduciaries, heads of households, and married persons. The brackets are indexed for inflation. Under the bill, which first applies to taxable year 2025, there are five income tax brackets for single individuals, certain fiduciaries, heads of households, and married persons. The brackets are indexed for inflation. The rate of taxation under the bill for the five brackets for single individuals, certain fiduciaries, and heads of households, before indexing, is as follows: 1. For taxable income not exceeding $7,500, 3.5 percent. 2. For taxable income exceeding $7,500, but not $15,000, 4.40 percent. 3. For taxable income exceeding $15,000, but not $225,000, 5.3 percent. 4. For taxable income exceeding $225,000, but not $1,000,000, 7.65 percent. 5. For taxable income exceeding $1,000,000, 9.80 percent. The rates that apply to married joint filers under the bill are the same as the rates that apply to single individuals, fiduciaries, and heads of households, but the income limitations are higher. The lowest bracket applies to taxable income not exceeding $10,000; the second bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $10,000, but not $20,000; the third bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $20,000, but LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 not $300,000; the fourth bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $300,000, but not $1,000,000; and the fifth bracket applies to taxable income exceeding $1,000,000. Increasing the personal exemption The bill increases from $700 to $1,200 the income tax personal exemption for taxpayers, their spouses, and their dependents. Manufacturing and agriculture credit limitation Currently, a person may claim a tax credit on the basis of the person[s income from manufacturing or agriculture. A taxpayer may claim a credit equal to 7.5 percent of the income derived either from the sale of tangible personal property manufactured in whole or in part on property in this state that is assessed as manufacturing property or from the sale of tangible personal property produced, grown, or extracted in whole or in part from property in this state assessed as agricultural property. If the amount of the credit exceeds the taxpayer[s income tax liability, the taxpayer does not receive a refund, but may apply the balance to the taxpayer[s tax liability in subsequent taxable years. The bill limits to $300,000 the amount of income from manufacturing that a person may use as the basis for claiming the credit. The bill does not affect the amount of income from agriculture that may be used as a basis for claiming the credit. Film production tax credit The bill creates income and franchise tax credits for film production companies, and the Department of Tourism implements the tax credit. Under the bill, a film production company may claim a credit that is equal to 25 percent of the salary or wages paid to the company[s employees in the taxable year for services rendered in this state to produce a film, video, broadcast advertisement, or television production, as approved by the Department of Tourism, and paid to employees who were residents of this state at the time that they were paid. The total amount of the credits that may be claimed by a taxpayer may not exceed an amount that is equal to the first $250,000 of salary and wages paid to each of the taxpayer[s employees in the taxable year, not including the salary or wages paid to the taxpayer[s two highest-paid employees in the taxable year, for a production with budgeted expenditures of $1,000,000 or more. If the total amount of the credits claimed by a taxpayer exceeds the taxpayer[s tax liability, the state will not issue a refund, but the taxpayer may carry forward any remaining credit to subsequent taxable years. Under the bill, a film production company may claim an income and franchise tax credit in an amount that is equal to 25 percent of the production expenditures paid by the company in the taxable year to produce a film, video, broadcast advertisement, or television production. If the total amount of the credits claimed by the company exceeds the company[s tax liability, the state will issue a refund. The bill also allows a film production company to claim an income and LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 franchise tax credit, for the first three taxable years that the company is doing business in this state, in an amount that is equal to 25 percent of the amount that the claimant paid in the taxable year to purchase depreciable tangible personal property or to acquire, construct, rehabilitate, remodel, or repair real property. Under the bill, a film production company may claim an income and franchise tax credit that is equal to the amount of sales and use taxes that the claimant paid for tangible personal property and taxable services that are used to produce a film, video, broadcast advertisement, or television production in this state. The bill provides that the Department of Tourism may not allocate more than $10,000,000 in film production and investments tax credits in each fiscal year. The bill also requires the Department of Tourism to annually submit a report to the legislature that specifies the number of persons who submitted credit applications in the previous year and the amount of the credits allocated to each such applicant and to make recommendations on improving the efficiency of the program. Finally, the bill requires the Legislative Audit Bureau to biennially prepare a performance evaluation audit of the program implemented by the Department of Tourism. Eligibility of nuclear power research for the research credit Under the bill, beginning in the 2025 tax year, qualified research expenses incurred for research related to nuclear power are eligible for the research income tax credit. Under current law, the research credit is an income and franchise tax credit equal to a specified percentage of the person[s qualified research expenses that exceed 50 percent of the average qualified research expenses for the three taxable years immediately preceding the taxable year for which the person claims the credit. Current law allows a person to receive a refund in an amount not exceeding 25 percent of their allowable claim for the research credit. Changes to state supplement to federal historic rehabilitation credit The bill makes the following changes to the state supplement to the federal historic rehabilitation credit: 1) eliminates the requirement for claiming the credit of incurring at least $50,000 in qualified rehabilitation expenditures; 2) eliminates the requirement that the state credit be claimed at the same time as the claimant claims the federal historic rehabilitation credit; and 3) allows partnerships, limited liability companies, and tax-option corporations to claim the credit and prohibits partners of a partnership, members of a limited liability company, and shareholders of a tax-option corporation from claiming the credit. Current law authorizes WEDC to certify a person to receive a tax credit equal to 20 percent of the qualified rehabilitation expenses, as defined under federal law, for certified historic structures on property located in this state and for the rehabilitation expenses for qualified rehabilitated buildings, as defined under federal law, that are not certified historic structures. Flood insurance premiums The bill creates a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for flood insurance premiums. The credit is equal to 10 percent of the amount of the premiums that an individual paid in the taxable year for flood insurance, but the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 amount of the claim may not exceed $60 in any taxable year. Because the credit is nonrefundable, it may be claimed only up to the amount of the individual[s tax liability. Private school tuition deduction Under current law, an individual, when computing income for income tax purposes, may deduct the tuition paid during the year to send his or her dependent child to private school. The maximum deduction is $4,000 for an elementary school pupil and $10,000 for a secondary school pupil. Under the bill, only individuals whose Wisconsin adjusted gross income is below a threshold amount may claim the deduction for private school tuition. The threshold amount is $100,000 for single individuals and heads of household, $150,000 for married couples filing jointly, and $75,000 for married individuals filing separately. Increasing disability income subtraction and expanding eligibility The bill increases and expands the individual state income tax subtraction, or deduction, for disability payments received by a person under the age of 65 who is retired and who is permanently and totally disabled. Under the bill, beginning in tax year 2025, up to $5,500 of disability payments may be subtracted annually from an individual[s taxable income. In addition, the bill expands eligibility for claiming the subtraction to individuals having a federal adjusted gross income under $30,000 or under $60,000 if married. Under current law, up to $5,000 of disability payments may be subtracted, and to be eligible, a person must have federal adjusted gross income under $20,200 or under $25,400 if married and both spouses are disabled. Subtraction for labor organization dues Beginning in 2027, the bill provides an individual income tax subtraction for the amount of membership dues and expenses paid by a person to a labor organization. Increasing the adoption deduction The bill increases to $15,000 the maximum deduction allowed for adoption expenses for purposes of the state income tax. Under current law, a full-year resident who is an adoptive parent may deduct from taxable income up to $5,000 of the adoption fees, court costs, or legal fees relating to the adoption of a child paid during the tax year during which the final order of adoption has been entered and paid during the prior two tax years. Tax credit for installing universal changing stations The bill creates an income and franchise tax credit for small businesses that install universal changing stations. Under the bill, a Xuniversal changing stationY is a floor-mounted or wall-mounted, powered, and height-adjustable adult changing table with a safety rail that can be used for personal hygiene by an individual with a disability of either sex and the individual[s care provider. The credit applies for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Under the bill, a small business is any entity that, during the preceding taxable year, either had gross receipts of no more than $1,000,000 or employed no more than 30 full-time employees. The credit is equal to 50 percent of the amount the small business paid to install the universal changing station, up to a maximum credit of $5,125. The credit may be claimed only if the universal changing station meets certain requirements relating to size, maneuverability space, weight load, and adjustability. Dividends received deduction limitation Current law allows corporations to deduct, for income and franchise tax purposes, the dividends received from related corporations. The dividends must be paid on common stock, and the corporation receiving the dividends must own at least 70 percent of the total combined voting stock of the other corporation. Current law also allows businesses to carry forward net business losses to future taxable years in order to offset income in those years. Under the bill, a business may not take the dividends received deduction into account when determining if it has a net business loss that can be carried forward. Internal Revenue Code references The bill adopts, for state income and franchise tax purposes, certain changes made to the Internal Revenue Code by the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, enacted in December 2017. The bill adopts provisions of the act related to the limitation on losses for taxpayers other than corporations; certain special rules for the taxable year of inclusion; the limitation on business-related deduction for interest; the limitation on the deduction by employers of expenses for fringe benefits; the limitation on the deduction for Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation premiums; and the limitation on excessive employee remuneration. PROPERTY TAXATION Increasing the school levy property tax credit The bill increases the appropriation for the school levy property tax credit so that the total amount distributed to claim against property tax liability is $1,400,300,000 in the 2025]26 fiscal year and $1,524,700,000 in the 2026]27 fiscal year. Currently the annual distribution is $1,275,000,000. Telecom and communication tower exemption The bill exempts radio, cellular, and telecommunication towers from the property tax. The bill also exempts radio, cellular, and telecommunication towers that are classified as real property from the telephone company tax. School aid reduction information The bill requires that a person[s property tax bill include information from the school district where the property is located regarding the amount of any gross reduction in state aid to the district as a result of pupils enrolled in the statewide choice program or the Racine choice program or as a result of making payments to private schools under the special needs scholarship program. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Manufacturing property assessment fees Under current law, DOR assesses manufacturing property for property tax purposes and imposes a fee on each municipality in which the property is located to cover part of the assessment costs. If a municipality does not pay by March 31 of the following year, DOR reduces the municipality[s July and November shared revenue distribution by the amount of the fee. The bill requires the fee to be collected from a reduction in the municipality[s shared revenue distribution, and if DOR is unable to collect the fee in this manner, then the fee is directly imposed on the municipality. GENERAL TAXATION Sales tax exemption for electricity and natural gas Under current law, electricity and natural gas sold during the months of November, December, January, February, March, and April for residential use is exempt from the sales and use tax. The bill exempts from the sales and use tax electricity and natural gas sold for residential use regardless of when it is sold. Sales tax exemption for over-the-counter drugs The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for the sale of over-the-counter drugs. County and municipality sales and use taxes Current law allows a county to enact an ordinance to impose sales and use taxes at the rate of 0.5 percent of the sales price or purchase price on tangible personal property and taxable services. The county must use the revenue from the taxes for property tax relief. Under the bill, a county may impose that county sales and use tax at the rate of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, or 0.5 percent. The bill also allows a county, except for Milwaukee County, to impose, by ordinance, an additional sales and use tax at the rate of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, or 0.5 percent of the sales price or purchase price on tangible personal property and taxable services. However, the ordinance does not take effect unless approved by a majority of the voters of the county at a referendum. The revenue from those taxes may be used for any purpose designated by the county board or specified in the ordinance or in the referendum approving the ordinance. The bill also allows a municipality, except for the City of Milwaukee, with a 2020 population exceeding 30,000 to enact an ordinance to impose sales and use taxes at the rate of 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, or 0.5 percent of the sales price or purchase price on tangible personal property and taxable services. The ordinance does not take effect unless approved by a majority of the voters of the municipality at a referendum. The revenue from those taxes may be used for any purpose designated by the governing body of the municipality or specified in the ordinance or in the referendum approving the ordinance. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Sales tax exemption for diapers and feminine hygiene products The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for the sale of diapers and feminine hygiene products. Breastfeeding equipment The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for breast pumps, breast pump kits, and breast pump storage and collection supplies. Sales and use tax exemption for gun safety items The bill creates a sales and use tax exemption for sales of gun safes, trigger locks, and gun barrel locks. Prairie and wetland counseling services Under current law, the sale of landscaping and lawn maintenance services is subject to the sales tax. The bill excludes from taxable landscaping services the planning and counseling services for the restoration, reclamation, or revitalization of prairie, savanna, or wetlands if such services are provided for a separate and optional fee distinct from other services. Sales tax exemption for energy systems Current law provides a sales and use tax exemption for a product that has as its power source wind energy, direct radiant energy received from the sun, or gas generated from anaerobic digestion of animal manure and other agricultural waste, if the product produces at least 200 watts of alternating current or 600 British thermal units per day. The sale of electricity or energy produced by the product is also exempt. The bill modifies current law so that the exemption applies to solar power systems and wind energy systems that produce electrical or heat energy directly from the sun or wind and are capable of continuously producing at least 200 watts of alternating current or 600 British thermal units. In addition, the exemption applies to a waste energy system that produces electrical or heat energy directly from gas generated from anaerobic digestion of animal manure and other agricultural waste and is capable of continuously producing at least 200 watts of alternating current or 600 British thermal units. A system for which the exemption applies includes tangible personal property sold with the system that is used primarily to store or facilitate the storage of the electrical or heat energy produced by the system. Elimination of sales tax exemption for farm-raised deer The bill eliminates the sales and use tax exemption that applies to the sale of farm-raised deer to a person operating a hunting preserve or game farm in this state. Vapor products Current law imposes a tax on vapor products, which are any noncombustible products that produce vapor or aerosol for inhalation from the application of a heating element to a liquid or other substance that is depleted as the product is LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 used, regardless of whether the liquid or other substance contains nicotine. The tax is imposed at the rate of 5 cents per milliliter of the liquid or other substance based on the volume as listed by the manufacturer. The bill taxes vapor products at the rate of 71 percent of the manufacturer[s established list price and modifies the definition of Xvapor product.Y Under the bill, Xvapor productY means a noncombustible product that employs a heating element, power source, electronic circuit, or other electronic, chemical, or mechanical means that can be used to produce vapor from a solution or other substance, regardless of whether the product contains nicotine. A Xvapor productY is defined to include an electronic cigarette, electronic cigar, electronic cigarillo, electronic pipe, or similar product or device, as well as any container of a solution or other substance that is intended to be used with these items. The bill specifies that any product regulated by the federal Food and Drug Administration as a drug or device is not a vapor product. Little cigars The bill taxes little cigars at the same rate as the excise tax imposed on cigarettes. Under current law, all cigars are taxed at the rate of 71 percent of the manufacturer[s established list price, limited to 50 cents per cigar. Under the bill, little cigars are taxed at the rate of 126 mills per little cigar, regardless of weight. The bill defines Xlittle cigarY to mean a cigar that has an integrated cellulose acetate filter and is wrapped in any substance containing tobacco. Filing fee increase for petitions to Tax Appeals Commission The bill increases the filing fee paid by petitioners who file certain petitions for review with the Tax Appeals Commission. Specifically, under the bill, the filing fee increases from $25 to $250 for petitions that do not involve a small claims case. The bill also modifies the definition of Xsmall claimsY to a matter in which the amount in controversy is less than or equal to the amount used to determine the applicability of small claims procedure to certain civil actions under current law, which is currently $10,000. Under current law, the definition of Xsmall claimsY for cases decided by the Tax Appeals Commission is $2,500, and certain procedures of the Tax Appeals Commission for deciding cases differ between small claims cases and non]small claims cases. Electronic filing of petitions with Tax Appeals Commission The bill allows electronic filing of petitions for review to the Tax Appeals Commission and specifies that a petition filed electronically is considered timely filed if submitted by midnight of the last day for filing. Providing notices for public utility taxes Under current law, public utility companies, including railroads and air carriers, are exempt from local property taxes and instead are subject to special state taxes. Current law requires DOR to send certain notices regarding these taxes by certified mail. Under the bill, DOR must still provide the notices but is no LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 longer required to send them to public utilities subject to ad valorem taxes by certified mail. TRANSPORTATION HIGHWAYS AND LOCAL ASSISTANCE Enumeration of the I 39/90/94 project Under current law, major highway projects must be specifically authorized by the legislature and approved by the transportation projects commission before construction on the project may begin. The bill enumerates the I 39/90/94 project, which the bill defines to mean XI 39/90/94 extending approximately 67 miles in Dane, Columbia, Sauk, and Juneau counties from USH 12/18 in Madison to USH 12/STH 16 in Wisconsin Dells, including I 39 from I 90/94 to Levee Road near the city of Portage, and including all interchanges and work on adjacent roadways necessary for the completion of the project.Y Currently, moneys are appropriated to DOT for various purposes relating to state highway facilities. DOT is prohibited from encumbering or expending those moneys for purposes related to the purchase of land, easements, or development rights in land, unless the purchase is in association with a highway project and the land or interest in land is located within one-quarter mile of the highway. The bill exempts the I 39/90/94 project from this prohibition. Sound barriers on I 894 The bill requires DOT, during the 2025]27 fiscal biennium, to allocate $19,500,000 for the construction of sound barriers on I 894, between 27th street and 76th street, in Milwaukee County. Contract cost threshold for gubernatorial approval Under current law, DOT may enter into contracts for services. Certain contracts that exceed a specified cost threshold require the approval of the governor. The bill increases the cost threshold for the following contract types: 1. For engineering, consulting, surveying, or other specialized services, increased from $3,000 to $100,000. 2. For highway improvements, increased from $1,000 to $250,000. 3. For counties to perform highway improvements, increased from $5,000 to $100,000. 4. For performing portions of improvement work affecting railroads or utilities, increased from $5,000 to $100,000. 5. For prompt repair, protection, or preservation of state highways jeopardized by extraordinary conditions or emergency, increased from $10,000 to $100,000. Requirements for local transportation projects Under current law, for certain highway projects for which DOT spends federal money, federal money must make up at least 70 percent of the funding for those projects. DOT is required to notify political subdivisions receiving aid for local projects whether the aid includes federal moneys and how those moneys must be spent. For certain projects that receive no federal money, DOT may not require LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 political subdivisions to comply with any portion of DOT[s facilities development manual other than design standards. Any local project funded with state funds under the surface transportation program or the local bridge program must be let through competitive bidding and by contract to the lowest responsible bidder. The bill eliminates all of these requirements. Traffic calming grants Under the bill, DOT must develop and administer a local traffic calming grant program. Under the program, DOT must award grants to political subdivisions for infrastructure projects designed to reduce the speed of vehicular traffic. Mass transit aids Under current law, DOT provides state aid payments to local public bodies in urban areas served by mass transit systems to assist the local public bodies with the expenses of operating those systems. There are five classes of mass transit systems, and the total amount of state aid payments to four of these classes is limited to a specific amount in each calendar year. The fifth class consists of certain commuter or light rail systems, and no state aid amounts are specified for this class. The bill modifies the criteria by which mass transit systems are placed into classes, modifying the threshold operating expenses for each class and updating the census by which population-based class distinctions are determined for two of the classes. For the four classes of mass transit systems for which state aid amounts are specified, the bill does the following to the total amount limits: 1. For mass transit systems having annual operating expenses of $100,000,000 or more, the bill maintains the current limit of $66,787,400 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $69,458,900 in calendar year 2026 and to $72,237,300 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. 2. For mass transit systems having annual operating expenses of more than $30,000,000 but less than $100,000,000, the bill maintains the current limit of $17,549,500 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $18,251,500 in calendar year 2026 and to $18,981,600 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. 3. For mass transit systems serving urban areas having a population of at least 50,000 but having annual operating expenses of no more than $30,000,000, the bill maintains the current limit of $25,475,900 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $26,494,900 in calendar year 2026 and to $27,554,700 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. 4. For mass transit systems serving urban areas having a population of less than 50,000, the bill maintains the current limit of $5,398,600 in calendar year 2025 and increases the limit to $9,800,600 in calendar year 2026 and to $10,192,600 in calendar year 2027 and thereafter. General transportation aids Under current law, DOT administers a general transportation aids program that makes aid payments to a county based on a share-of-costs formula, and to a municipality based on the greater of a share-of-costs formula or an aid rate per LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 mile. The aid rate per mile is $2,734 for 2025. The bill increases the aid rate per mile to $2,816 for 2026 and $2,901 for 2027 and thereafter. Currently, the maximum annual amount of aid that may be paid to counties under the program is $132,276,700. The bill maintains this amount for 2025 and increases this amount to $136,245,000 for 2026 and $140,332,400 for 2027 and thereafter. Currently, the maximum annual amount of aid that may be paid to municipalities under the program is $415,116,200. The bill maintains this amount for 2025 and increases this amount to $427,569,700 for 2026 and $440,396,800 for 2027 and thereafter. Local road improvement program funding Under current law, DOT administers the local roads improvement program (LRIP) to assist political subdivisions in improving seriously deteriorating local roads by reimbursing political subdivisions for certain improvements. LRIP has several components, including discretionary grants. Current law specifies dollar amounts that DOT must allocate in each fiscal year to each of three project types that exceed specified cost thresholds: 1) county trunk highway improvements that exceed $250,000; 2) town road improvements that exceed $100,000; and municipal street improvements that exceed $250,000. The bill increases the amounts that DOT is required to allocate for discretionary grants for the three project types, as follows: 1. Allocations for county trunk highway improvements are increased from $5,840,200 to $6,015,400 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $6,195,900 in fiscal year 2026]27 and each fiscal year thereafter. 2. Allocations for town road improvements are increased from $6,398,000 to $6,590,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $6,787,600 in fiscal year 2026]27 and each fiscal year thereafter. 3. Allocations for municipal street improvements are increased from $4,166,900 to $4,291,900 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $4,420,700 in fiscal year 2026]27 and each fiscal year thereafter. In addition to the ongoing LRIP, onetime funding has previously been appropriated to provide supplemental grants to local governments for projects that are eligible for discretionary grants. This funding was provided for fiscal year 2019]20, with specified amounts required to be allocated between improvement projects on county trunk highways, town roads, and municipal streets. The bill provides that supplemental grants in fiscal year 2025]26 be allocated so that the total funding is distributed among the three project types at the same percentage that each group was allocated funding in fiscal year 2019]20. The bill changes the funding source for these grants from the transportation fund to the general fund. Local roads improvement grants to Ontario and DeForest The bill requires DOT to provide local roads improvement program (LRIP) grants of $500,000 to the village of Ontario for residential street development and $6,000,000 to the village of DeForest for improvements to the I 39/CTH XVY interchange. Under current law, DOT administers LRIP to assist political subdivisions in improving seriously deteriorating local roads by reimbursing political subdivisions for certain improvements. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 3) 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Agricultural roads improvement program general fund appropriation Under current law, DOT administers an agricultural roads improvement program (ARIP) under which DOT provides grants to political subdivisions for projects to improve certain highway facilities that facilitate access to agricultural lands. Currently, a transportation fund appropriation funds the grants. The bill adds a general fund appropriation to fund grants under the program. Agricultural roads improvement program time limits Currently, all grants under ARIP must be awarded by June 23, 2026, and only costs incurred by June 23, 2028, may be reimbursed. These dates represent three years and five years, respectively, from the effective date of the bill creating ARIP. The bill provides that any grants made from moneys appropriated in the 2025]27 fiscal biennium must be awarded by three years from the effective date of the bill and only costs incurred by five years from the effective date of the bill may be reimbursed. Local bridge and culvert improvements set-aside The bill requires DOT to designate 10 percent of the moneys appropriated for LRIP discretionary supplemental grants and ARIP in the 2025]27 fiscal biennium for grants for improvements to certain local bridges or culverts identified as being in poor or worse condition. County forest road aids Under current law, DOT provides aid to counties for the improvement of public roads within county forests. The current amount of aid is $351 per mile of county forest road. The bill maintains the aid amount for calendar year 2025 and increases the aid amount, per mile of road, to $361 in calendar year 2026 and $373 in calendar year 2027 and each year thereafter. Bonding authority for design-build program Under current law, DOT administers the design-build project program, under which highway improvement project contracts are awarded to a single builder that designs, engineers, and constructs the project. Under the program, DOT may fund state highway rehabilitation projects, major highway projects, or southeast Wisconsin freeway megaprojects. The state is authorized to contract public debt in an amount up to $20,000,000 for the program. The bill increases the authorized public debt for this purpose by $92,500,000, to $112,500,000. I 94 east-west corridor bonding Under current law, the state may contract up to $40,000,000 in public debt for reconstruction of the XI 94 east-west corridor,Y which is all freeways, including related interchange ramps, roadways, and shoulders, encompassing I 94 in Milwaukee County from 70th Street to 16th Street, and all adjacent frontage roads and collector road systems. The bill increases the authorized general obligation bonding limit for this purpose by $185,171,300, to a total of $225,171,300. Use of revenue bond proceeds for state highway rehabilitation Under current law, the Building Commission may issue revenue bonds for certain major highway projects and transportation administrative facilities. Also LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 under current law, state highway rehabilitation projects are funded from various sources, including bond proceeds, but not from proceeds of revenue bonds. The bill provides that revenue bond proceeds may be expended for state highway rehabilitation projects. Transportation revenue bonds Under current law, the Building Commission may issue revenue bonds for major highway projects and transportation administrative facilities in a principal amount that may not exceed $4,325,885,700. The bill increases the revenue bond limit to $4,644,920,800, an increase of $319,035,100. DRIVERS AND MOTOR VEHICLES Noncitizen driver[s licenses Under 2007 Wisconsin Act 20, certain provisions specified in the federal REAL ID Act of 2005 (REAL ID) were incorporated into state law, and these provisions became effective on January 1, 2013. Among these provisions was the requirement that DOT follow certain procedures in processing applications for driver[s licenses and identification cards. However, under 2011 Wisconsin Acts 23 and 32, DOT may process applications for driver[s licenses and identification cards in a manner other than that required by REAL ID if the driver[s licenses and identification cards are marked to indicate that they are not REAL ID compliant and DOT processes the applications in compliance with DOT practices and procedures applicable immediately prior to implementation of REAL ID. Under current law, an applicant for a driver[s license or identification card, regardless of whether it is REAL ID compliant or REAL ID noncompliant, must provide to DOT 1) an identification document that includes either the applicant[s photograph or both the applicant[s full legal name and date of birth; documentation, which may be the same as item 1, above, showing the applicant[s date of birth; 3) proof of the applicant[s social security number or verification that the applicant is not eligible for a social security number; 4) documentation showing the applicant[s name and address of principal residence; and 5) documentary proof that the applicant is a U.S. citizen or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States. However, in processing an application for a REAL ID noncompliant driver[s license or identification card, DOT is not required to meet the standards for document retention and verification that are imposed for REAL ID compliant products. Under the bill, an applicant for a REAL ID noncompliant driver[s license or identification card (noncompliant REAL ID) is not required to provide documentary proof that the applicant is a U.S. citizen or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States. Also, an applicant may, in lieu of item 1 above, provide an individual taxpayer identification number, a foreign passport, or any other documentation deemed acceptable to DOT and, in lieu of items documentation deemed acceptable to DOT. If the applicant does not have a social security number, the applicant is required to provide verification only that he or she LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2) 4 above, provide 2 and 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 does not have one, rather than verification that he or she is not eligible for one. In processing an application for, and issuing or renewing, a noncompliant REAL ID, DOT may not include any question or require any proof or documentation as to whether the applicant is a U.S. citizen or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States. The license document issued must display, on its face, the words XNot valid for voting purposes. Not evidence of citizenship or immigration status.Y The bill does not change any current law requirements related to driver qualifications such as minimum age or successful completion of knowledge and driving skills tests. With limited exceptions, DOT may not disclose social security numbers obtained from operator[s license or identification card applicants. The bill prohibits DOT from disclosing the fact that an applicant has verified to DOT that the applicant does not have a social security number, except that DOT may disclose this information to the Elections Commission. The bill also prohibits discrimination on the basis of a person[s status as a holder or a nonholder of a noncompliant REAL ID, adding this license status as a prohibited basis for discrimination in employment, housing, and the equal enjoyment of a public place of accommodation or amusement. Authorizing special group plates Under current law, members of certain designated special groups may obtain from DOT special registration plates for certain vehicles that are owned or leased by special group members. A fee, in addition to the regular registration fee for the particular kind of vehicle, is charged for the issuance or reissuance of most special plates. The bill establishes two special groups: persons wishing to have XblackoutY registration plates and persons wishing to have XretroY registration plates. The bill requires that plates issued to members of the XblackoutY special group have a black background and white lettering displaying the word XWisconsinY and the registration number assigned to the vehicle. The bill requires that plates issued to members of the XretroY special group have a yellow background and black lettering displaying the words XAmerica[s DairylandY and XWisconsinY and the registration number assigned to the vehicle. The bill provides that, in addition to the required fees, special group members are required to make a voluntary payment of $25 to be issued the special plates. Under the bill, DOT retains $23,700, or the actual initial costs of production, whichever is less, from the voluntary payment moneys for the initial costs of production of the special plates. The remainder of the voluntary payment amounts are deposited in the transportation fund. Title fees increase Under current law, the owner of a vehicle subject to registration must apply to DOT for a certificate of title for the vehicle when the person first acquires or registers the vehicle. The bill increases from $157 to $277 the fees for a first certificate of title and a certificate of a title after transfer. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Operator license fee increase Under current law, a person must pay DOT a specified fee for issuance, renewal, upgrading, and reinstatement of licenses, endorsements, and instruction permits. The bill increases from $24 to $32.50 the fee for a license, other than a probationary license, for the operation of XClass DY motor vehicles. Driver education grant program funding Under current law, DOT administers a program to make grants to providers of driver education courses, and moneys are appropriated to DOT from the transportation fund for that purpose. Under current law, moneys are appropriated to OCI for general program operations. At the end of each fiscal year, the unencumbered balance in that appropriation account that exceeds 10 percent of the fiscal year[s expenditures from that appropriation account lapses to the general fund. The bill modifies the DOT appropriation to be from the general fund, from the amounts lapsed from the OCI appropriation account, but not to exceed $6,000,000 in a fiscal year. RAIL AND AIR TRANSPORTATION Attaching Office of the Commissioner of Railroads to DOT The bill attaches the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads to DOT for administrative purposes. Under current law, the office primarily regulates the safety of rail-highway crossings and is attached to PSC for administrative purposes. Freight rail preservation bonding Under current law, the state may contract up to $300,300,000 in public debt for DOT to acquire railroad property, provide grants and loans for railroad property acquisition and improvement, and provide intermodal freight facilities grants. The bill increases the authorized general obligation bonding limit for these purposes by $5,000,000, to $305,300,000. GENERAL TRANSPORTATION Regional transit authorities The bill authorizes the creation of a regional transit authority (RTA) in any metropolitan statistical area in which qualifying political subdivisions agree to create one. Upon creation, each regional transit authority is a public body corporate and politic and a separate governmental entity. An RTA is created if any two or more political subdivisions located within a metropolitan statistical area adopt resolutions authorizing the political subdivision to become members of the RTA. Once created, the members of an RTA consist of all political subdivisions that adopt resolutions authorizing participation. Any political subdivision located in whole or in part within a metropolitan statistical area located in whole or in part within an RTA[s jurisdiction may join the RTA. The jurisdictional area of an RTA created under the bill is the geographic area formed by the combined territorial boundaries of all participating political subdivisions. A member political subdivision may withdraw from an RTA if the governing body of LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 the political subdivision adopts a resolution requesting withdrawal from the RTA and the political subdivision has paid, or made provision for the payment of, all obligations of the political subdivision to the RTA. An RTA[s authority is vested in its board of directors. Directors serve four- year terms. An RTA[s bylaws govern its management, operations, and administration and must include provisions specifying all of the following: 1. The functions or services to be provided by the RTA. 2. The powers, duties, and limitations of the RTA. 3. The maximum rate of the sales and use tax, not exceeding the statutory limit, that may be imposed by the RTA. An RTA may do all of the following: 1. Establish or acquire a comprehensive unified local transportation system, which is a transportation system comprising bus lines and other public transportation facilities generally within the jurisdictional area of the RTA. XTransportation systemY is defined to include land, structures, equipment, and other property for transportation of passengers, including by bus, rail, or other form of mass transportation. The RTA may operate this transportation system or provide for its operation by another. The RTA may contract with a public or private organization to provide transportation services in lieu of directly providing these services and may purchase and lease transportation facilities to public or private transit companies. With two exceptions, an RTA may not directly or by contract provide service outside the RTA[s jurisdictional area. 2. Coordinate specialized transportation services for persons who are disabled or age 60 or older. 3. Own or lease real or personal property. 4. Acquire property by condemnation. 5. Enter upon highways to install, maintain, and operate the RTA[s facilities. 6. Impose, by the adoption of a resolution by the RTA[s board of directors, a sales and use tax in the RTA[s jurisdictional area at a rate of not more than 0.5 percent of the sales price. 7. Impose a fee of $2 per transaction on the rental of passenger cars without drivers. 8. Incur debts and obligations. An RTA may issue tax-exempt revenue bonds, secured by a pledge of any income or revenues from any operations or other source of moneys for the RTA. The bonds of an RTA are not a debt of its member political subdivisions and neither the member political subdivisions nor the state are liable for the payment of the bonds. 9. Set fees and charges for functions, facilities, and services provided by the RTA. 10. Adopt bylaws and rules to carry out the powers and purposes of the RTA. 11. Sue and be sued in its own name. 12. Employ agents, consultants, and employees; engage professional services; LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 and purchase furniture, supplies, and materials reasonably necessary to perform its duties and exercise its powers. 13. Invest funds not required for immediate disbursement. 14. Do and perform any authorized acts by means of an agent or by contracts with any person. 15. Exercise any other powers that the board of directors considers necessary and convenient to effectuate the purposes of the RTA, including providing for passenger safety. The board of directors of an RTA must annually prepare a budget for the RTA. Rates and other charges received by the RTA may be used only for the general expenses and capital expenditures of the RTA, to pay interest, amortization, and retirement charges on the RTA[s revenue bonds, and for specific purposes of the RTA and may not be transferred to any political subdivision. The RTA must maintain an accounting system in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and must have its financial statements and debt covenants audited annually by an independent certified public accountant. An RTA must provide, or contract for the provision of, transit service within the RTA[s jurisdictional area. An RTA that acquires a transportation system for the purpose of operating the system must assume all of the employer[s obligations under any contract between the employees and management of the system to the extent allowed by law. An RTA that acquires, constructs, or operates a transportation system must negotiate an agreement with the representative of the labor organization that covers the employees affected by the acquisition, construction, or operation to protect the interests of employees affected, and that agreement must include specified provisions. Employees of the RTA are participatory employees under the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) if the RTA elects to join the WRS. Current law provides limited immunity for cities, villages, towns, counties, and other political corporations and governmental subdivisions, and for officers, officials, agents, and employees of these entities, for acts done in an official capacity or in the course of employment. Claimants must generally follow a specified claims procedure and liability for damages is generally limited to $50,000 except that no liability may be imposed for performance of a discretionary duty or for punitive damages. If a person suffers damage resulting from the negligent operation of a motor vehicle owned and operated by a county, city, village, town, school district, sewer district, or other political subdivision of the state in the course of its business, the person may file a claim for damages following this claims procedure and the amount of damages recoverable is limited to $250,000. The bill specifies that this provision related to claims and liability for negligent operation of a motor vehicle by a political subdivision applies to an RTA. The bill also allows RTAs to participate in organizing municipal insurance mutuals to provide insurance and risk management services. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Transit capital assistance grants The bill requires DOT to establish a transit capital assistance grant program, under which DOT awards grants to eligible applicants for the replacement of public transit vehicles. Certification grants under the transportation infrastructure loan program Under current law, DOT administers a transportation infrastructure loan program. Under the program, DOT provides loans and other assistance to eligible applicants for highway and transit capital projects. When loans under the program are repaid, the moneys are again made available for loan or other assistance under the program. The bill specifies that, if DOT finds that special circumstances exist, DOT may award a grant to an eligible applicant under the program for the purpose of engaging a certified public accountant to make any certifications or attestations required by DOT as a condition of receiving a loan or other assistance under the program. Determination of grant ceiling for TEA grants Under current law, DOT administers a transportation facilities economic assistance and development program (TEA). Under TEA, DOT may improve a highway, airport, or harbor, or provide other assistance for the improvement of such transportation facilities or certain rail property or railroad tracks, as part of an economic development project. DOT may also make loans for the improvement of any of these transportation facilities. The state share of costs for the improvement of any transportation facility (grant ceiling) may generally not exceed the lesser of 50 percent of the cost of the improvement or $5,000 for each job resulting from the improvement or the economic development project. The bill increases the dollar amount for each job resulting from the improvement or project used in calculating the grant ceiling to $15,000. Auto parts and repair transfer to the transportation fund The bill requires a transfer from the general fund to the transportation fund in each fiscal year, beginning on June 30, 2025. The amount of the transfer must be equal to the marginal difference between the sales tax generated from the sale of automotive parts, accessories, tires, and repair and maintenance services in fiscal year 2019-20 and the fiscal year of the transfer, as calculated by DOA. Transfer from forestry account to transportation fund The bill transfers $25,000,000 from the forestry account of the conservation fund to the transportation fund. Harbor assistance program priority Under current law, DOT administers the harbor assistance program under which it makes grants to reimburse eligible applicants for the cost of making harbor improvements. DOT is authorized to establish criteria for eligible applicants and projects and is required to prioritize projects based on the amount of tonnage and waterborne transportation handled in the harbor. The bill requires DOT, in the LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 2025]27 fiscal biennium, to prioritize program grants to municipalities in which a shipbuilder in this state is conducting operations. Harbor assistance bonding authorization Under current law, the state may contract up to $167,300,000 in public debt for DOT to provide local grants for harbor assistance and for harbor improvements such as dock wall repair and maintenance, construction of new dock walls, dredging of materials from a harbor, or the placement of dredged materials in containment facilities. The bill increases the authorized general obligation bonding limit for these purposes by $30,000,000, to $197,300,000. City of Sheboygan harbor assistance grant The bill requires DOT to award a harbor assistance grant of $3,000,000 to the city of Sheboygan for the construction of an educational facility at the Harbor Centre Marina. Ignition interlock device requirement expansion Under current law, if a person is convicted of a second or subsequent offense related to operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant or other drug, with a prohibited alcohol concentration, or with a measurable amount of a controlled substance in his or her blood (OWI offense), or a first OWI offense for which his or her alcohol concentration is 0.15 or greater, a court must order the person[s operating privilege restricted to operating vehicles that are equipped with an ignition interlock device. The bill expands the ignition interlock requirement to all OWI offenses that involve the use of alcohol. VETERANS Veterans assistance Under current law, DVA administers the assistance to needy veterans grant program, which provides subsistence aid and health care aid to veterans. Under the program, DVA may provide up to $3,000 in subsistence aid per 12-month period to veterans who have suffered a loss of income due to illness, injury, or natural disaster. Under the program, DVA may also provide aid payments to a veteran to pay for dental care, hearing care, and vision care. The total lifetime limit that a veteran may receive in aid under the program is $7,500. The bill expands the program by allowing DVA to provide subsistence aid payments, in an amount of up to $5,000 per 12-month period, to a veteran who has suffered a loss of income for any reason and allows DVA to provide health care aid payments to pay for any medical device prescribed by a licensed health care provider. The bill also raises the total lifetime limit that a veteran may receive in aid under the program to $10,000. Veterans[ mental health services The bill requires DVA to promote and assist veterans[ access to, and provide grants to organizations that provide to veterans, community-based and emergency crisis mental health services. The bill gives DVA authority to promulgate emergency rules to administer the requirements of the bill. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 Transfer of funds The bill transfers from the general fund to the DVA appropriation used for the institutional operations of veterans homes $7,100,000 in fiscal year 2025]26 and $14,800,000 in fiscal year 2026]27. Hmong and Laotian veterans The bill expands the definition of XveteranY to include both 1) a person who resides in this state who was naturalized pursuant to the federal Hmong Veterans[ Naturalization Act of 2000, and 2) a person who resides in this state who the secretary of veterans affairs has determined served honorably with a special guerrilla unit or irregular forces operating from a base in Laos in support of the armed forces of the United States at any time during the period from February 28, 1961, to September 18, 1978, and who is a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident of the United States. The bill extends most veterans benefits to anyone who meets this newly expanded definition of veteran; however, admission to a state veterans home and burial in a veterans cemetery are not included benefits as they are subject to federal regulation. Veterans service officer grants The bill increases the dollar amount of veteran service officer grants made to counties and governing bodies of federally recognized American Indian tribes and bands. Under current law, DVA is required to annually award a grant to a county that employs a certain elected or appointed county veterans service officer. The grant is awarded for the purpose of improving a county[s services to veterans and varies in amount depending on the county[s population. A county that employs a part-time county veterans service officer is eligible to receive an annual grant not exceeding $550. DVA may also make annual grants to the governing body of a federally recognized American Indian tribe or band if the tribal governing body appoints a tribal veterans service officer and enters into an agreement with DVA regarding the creation, goals, and objectives of the tribal veterans service officer position. The bill increases the dollar amount of the veterans service officer grants awarded to counties in the following ways: 1) for counties with a population of less than 20,000, the grant is increased from $11,688 to $12,300; 2) for counties with a population of 20,000 to 45,499, the grant is increased from $13,750 to $14,400; 3) for counties with a population of 45,500 to 74,999, the grant is increased from $15,813 to $16,600; and 4) for counties with a population of 75,000 or more, the grant is increased from $17,875 to $18,800. The bill also increases the dollar amount of the grant awarded to tribal governing bodies from $20,625 to $21,700. In addition, the bill eliminates the restriction on a grant for a county employing a part-time county veterans services officer. Funding increase for the operation of Camp American Legion Under current law, DVA may annually grant up to $75,000 to the Wisconsin department of the American Legion for the operation of Camp American Legion. LRB-2186/1 ALL:all 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 45 The bill increases the amount DVA may grant for the operation of Camp American Legion to up to $100,000. Because this bill relates to an exemption from state or local taxes, it may be referred to the Joint Survey Committee on Tax Exemptions for a report to be printed as an appendix to the bill. Because this bill relates to public employee retirement or pensions, it may be referred to the Joint Survey Committee on Retirement Systems for a report to be printed as an appendix to the bill. Because this bill creates a new crime or revises a penalty for an existing crime, the Joint Review Committee on Criminal Penalties may be requested to prepare a report. Because the bill may increase or decrease, directly or indirectly, the cost of the development, construction, financing, purchasing, sale, ownership, or availability of housing in this state, the Department of Administration, as required by law, will prepare a report to be printed as an appendix to this bill. This proposal may contain a health insurance mandate requiring a social and financial impact report under s. 601.423, stats. For further information see the state and local fiscal estimate, which will be printed as an appendix to this bill.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to Joint Committee on Finance
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IL bill #HB3666 • Last Action 02/18/2025
IDPH-PUBERTY BLOCKER REPORT
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires healthcare professionals to report to the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) every time they prescribe puberty blockers to a patient under 18 years old. Puberty blockers, specifically defined as gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogs, must be reported quarterly using forms created by the department. Importantly, these forms are designed to protect patient and healthcare provider privacy by explicitly prohibiting the collection of any personally identifying information. The department is mandated to ensure complete anonymity of both patients and healthcare professionals in these reports. All reports will be treated as confidential and exempt from Freedom of Information Act disclosure, with access limited to authorized department staff for statistical purposes only. The bill amends both the Freedom of Information Act and the Department of Public Health Powers and Duties Law to implement these reporting requirements, creating a systematic way to track puberty blocker prescriptions for minors while maintaining strict confidentiality.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Department of Public Health Powers and Duties Law of the Civil Administrative Code. Provides that a health care professional shall report to the Department of Public Health each time the health care professional prescribes a puberty blocker to a person under the age of 18. Provides that the report shall be transmitted to the Department on a quarterly basis. Requires the Department to create forms to be used for the reports. Specifies that the forms shall not request or require identifying information of the patient or the health care provider. Requires the Department to ensure anonymity of all patients and health care professionals. Provides that all reports are exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act and are confidential and that access to the reports shall be limited to authorized Department staff for statistical purposes only. Makes a conforming change in the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Weber (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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IL bill #SB1821 • Last Action 02/18/2025
PROP TX-SENIORS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Property Tax Code and the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act to provide enhanced tax benefits for senior citizens. Specifically, for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption, the bill increases the maximum income limitation from $65,000 to $75,000 for taxable years 2025 and thereafter. Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that allows seniors to exclude up to $10,000 per household in required minimum distributions from retirement plans, retirement accounts, or retirement annuities when calculating their income for the exemption. The bill also updates the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act to align with these changes, raising the maximum household income threshold from $65,000 to $75,000 for tax year 2025 and beyond. These modifications aim to provide greater financial relief to senior citizens by expanding their eligibility for property tax exemptions and considering a broader range of income sources when determining qualification. The bill takes effect immediately, potentially offering timely assistance to seniors managing property tax expenses.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning the low-income senior citizens assessment freeze homestead exemption, provides that the applicant's income does not include up to $10,000 per household in required minimum distributions under the Internal Revenue Code from a retirement plan, retirement account, or retirement annuity. Provides that, for taxable year 2025 and thereafter, the maximum income limitation is $75,000 for all qualified property. Amends the Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral Act. Provides that an eligible taxpayer has a household income of not more than $75,000 for tax year 2025 and thereafter (currently, $65,000 for tax years 2022 through 2025 and $55,000 for tax year 2026 and thereafter). Effective immediately.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Murphy (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Revenue
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PA bill #SB310 • Last Action 02/18/2025
In high schools, providing for Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require high school students in Pennsylvania to either file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or submit an opt-out form beginning with the 2025-2026 school year. The bill mandates that students (or their parents/guardians if the student is under 18) must complete a FAFSA or a specific opt-out form developed by the Department of Education. The opt-out form must include a statement demonstrating understanding of the FAFSA's purpose. School entities must provide the opt-out form to students and parents and make a reasonable effort to contact families if no form is submitted. The bill protects students' privacy by stipulating that personal financial information cannot be shared or considered a public record, and allows schools to exempt students from the requirement under certain circumstances. The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency will provide schools with information about FAFSA completion. The legislation aims to increase awareness and completion of federal student aid applications among high school students, potentially helping more students access financial resources for higher education, while still maintaining an option for those who prefer not to file.
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Bill Summary: Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in high schools, providing for Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 12 : Scott Martin (R)*, Dave Argall (R), Camera Bartolotta (R), Lisa Boscola (D), Rosemary Brown (R), Wayne Fontana (D), Nick Miller (D), Tracy Pennycuick (R), Steve Santarsiero (D), Lynda Schlegel-Culver (R), Elder Vogel (R), Pat Stefano (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Referred to EDUCATION
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TX bill #HB2921 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Texas Transportation Code to expand the types of personal identifying information that local governments and joint airport boards can keep confidential and exempt from public disclosure under the state's Public Information Act. The bill broadens the existing confidentiality protections to include additional personal details such as a person's profile name associated with online or in-person activities, travel dates and flight information, purchase dates, times, and amounts, and airport lounge memberships and trusted traveler information. These protections apply to information collected in relation to airport parking facilities and commercial online payment systems. The changes are specifically designed to prevent sensitive personal data from being publicly disclosed, protecting individuals' privacy when they use airport services or online payment systems. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to public information requests received on or after that date, ensuring that the new confidentiality provisions are applied prospectively.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the confidentiality of certain information collected by certain local governments and airport governing boards.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Yvonne Davis (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Filed
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IL bill #HB3819 • Last Action 02/18/2025
PROHIBIT SEX-REASSIGN-UNDER 18
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill prohibits sex-reassignment medical procedures for patients under 18 years old in Illinois, with specific definitions and exceptions. The bill defines "sex" based on biological characteristics at birth and "sex-reassignment procedures" as medical interventions that affirm a person's gender perception inconsistent with their biological sex. Exceptions to the prohibition include treating genetic disorders of sexual development, addressing medical complications, and addressing life-threatening conditions. For patients 18 and older, sex-reassignment procedures require voluntary, informed, written consent with specific requirements, including the physician personally explaining risks and obtaining a written acknowledgment from the patient. The bill mandates that only physicians can perform these procedures and provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation must revoke the license of any physician who violates the under-18 prohibition. Additionally, the bill amends the Ambulatory Surgical Treatment Center Act and Hospital Licensing Act to make non-compliance with these provisions grounds for potential fines, license suspension, or revocation. The bill also allows for emergency rulemaking to implement these changes, with the emergency rule provisions set to expire one year after the bill's effective date.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Medical Practice Act of 1987. Provides that sex-reassignment procedures are prohibited for patients younger than 18 years of age. Provides that if sex-reassignment procedures are administered or performed on patients 18 years of age or older, consent must be provided as specified. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall revoke the license of any physician who willfully or actively violates the prohibition on sex-reassignment procedures for patients younger than 18 years of age. Amends the Hospital Licensing Act and the Ambulatory Surgical Treatment Center Act. Adds a failure to comply with the provisions as grounds for fines, license denial, license suspension or revocation, or refusal to renew a hospital or facility's license. Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to provide for emergency rulemaking.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Tom Weber (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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MI bill #HB4086 • Last Action 02/18/2025
State finance: other; office of the Michigan bullion depository and Michcoin act; create. Creates new act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Michigan Bullion Depository, a state-run financial institution designed to issue and manage gold and silver-based currency, including a new digital currency called "Michcoin". The bill creates an office within the state treasury that can receive deposits of precious metals, issue digital currency backed by those metals, and allow account holders to buy, sell, transfer, and redeem their holdings. The depository will be overseen by an administrator appointed by the state treasurer and can work with private financial institutions to provide services. Account holders can deposit gold or silver and receive digital currency units representing a specific fraction of a troy ounce of metal, which can be used as legal tender or transferred electronically. The bill includes detailed provisions for account management, including confidentiality protections, security measures (including the ability to employ law enforcement officers as security personnel), and reporting requirements. The depository will generate revenue through transaction fees, with 30% of fee proceeds going to the general fund and the remainder deposited in a dedicated Michigan Bullion Depositary Fund. The bill aims to provide an alternative state-backed currency system based on precious metals, offering Michigan residents a new financial option outside of traditional banking.
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Bill Summary: A bill to establish and provide for the issuance of gold and silver specie and digital currency based on gold and silver; to create the office of the Michigan bullion depository in the department of treasury and prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to impose certain fees; to authorize the issuance of bonds, notes, and other evidences of indebtedness; to provide remedies; and to require the promulgation of rules.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Alabas Farhat (D)*, Ron Robinson (R), Bryan Posthumus (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/13/2025
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NE bill #LB579 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Prohibit charging a fee for public records requests by members of the Legislature
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Nebraska's public records law to provide a special exemption for members of the Legislature when requesting public records. Specifically, the bill prohibits charging any fees for public records requests made by state legislators, whereas previously such requests were subject to the same fee structure as those made by other residents. The bill amends existing statutes to explicitly state that no fees can be charged to legislators for obtaining copies of public records, regardless of the type of record or method of reproduction. Additionally, the bill maintains the existing requirement that public record custodians must respond to record requests within four business days, providing either the requested records, a written explanation for denial, or an estimated timeline and cost if the request is complex. The legislation aims to ensure that legislators can access government information without financial barriers, potentially facilitating legislative oversight and transparency. By removing potential cost obstacles, the bill makes it easier for state legislators to obtain and review public documents as part of their official duties.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to public records; to amend sections 84-712 and 84-712.01, Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska; to prohibit charging a fee for official requests for public records by members of the Legislature and establish a deadline for fulfilling such requests; to harmonize provisions; and to repeal the original sections.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Machaela Cavanaugh (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (12:00:00 2/18/2025 Room 2102)
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IL bill #SB1845 • Last Action 02/18/2025
AGING-ADULT DAY SERVICES RATES
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Act on the Aging to increase rates for adult day services and transportation services within the Community Care Program. Specifically, subject to federal approval, the bill provides for rate increases within 30 days of the bill's effective date: adult day service rates will increase to $17.84 per hour, and transportation services for adult day services will increase to $13.44 per unit transportation. The Community Care Program is a state initiative designed to help seniors aged 60 and older remain in their homes or alternative living arrangements by providing various support services, thereby preventing unnecessary institutionalization. The rate increases are intended to help sustain and improve service quality by potentially making these services more financially viable for providers. The bill requires that providers certify compliance with these new rates and ensures that fringe benefits for direct service workers are not reduced in relation to these rate increases.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. In provisions concerning the Community Care Program, provides that subject to federal approval, within 30 days after the effective date of this amendatory Act, rates for adult day services shall be increased to $17.84 per hour and rates for each way transportation services for adult day services shall be increased to $13.44 per unit transportation.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Sara Feigenholtz (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Assigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services
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CA bill #AB467 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Open meetings: teleconferences: neighborhood councils.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends, until January 1, 2031, the existing authorization for neighborhood councils in the City of Los Angeles to use flexible teleconferencing provisions. Under these provisions, neighborhood councils can hold meetings remotely with less stringent requirements than typical public meetings, provided they follow specific guidelines. These guidelines include giving public notice of how to access the meeting, providing real-time public comment opportunities, ensuring at least a quorum of members participate from within the city's boundaries, and holding at least one in-person meeting per year. The bill recognizes that these volunteer, uncompensated council members often struggle to find public meeting locations and that remote meeting options, first widely adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic, have increased public participation, made serving on these councils more accessible, and protected public health. The legislation is specifically tailored to the needs of Los Angeles neighborhood councils, which are advisory bodies designed to promote citizen participation in government, and requires city council approval and a two-thirds vote of the neighborhood council to implement the alternative teleconferencing rules.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 54953.8 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Vince Fong (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on L. GOV.
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WA bill #SB5726 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Establishing new sources of transportation revenue based on motor vehicle use of public roadways.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive road usage charge program designed to create a new transportation revenue system based on actual vehicle miles traveled. The bill creates two interconnected programs: a voluntary road usage charge program starting in 2027 for electric and hybrid vehicles, and a mandatory road usage charge program that will gradually expand to include more vehicle types from 2029 to 2035. The per-mile fee will be 2.6 cents and will be automatically adjusted with fuel tax rate changes. Additionally, the bill introduces a 10% road usage assessment to support multimodal transportation modes like rail, bicycle, pedestrian, and public transportation. The legislation emphasizes privacy protection, ensuring that personally identifying information is minimally collected and securely managed. Vehicles enrolled in the program will be exempt from certain existing electric and hybrid vehicle fees. The bill aims to address declining fuel tax revenues due to increasing vehicle fuel efficiency and provide a more equitable funding mechanism for transportation infrastructure. The road usage fees will be deposited into a dedicated highway account, while the assessment funds will go to a separate multimodal transportation account. The program will be implemented gradually, with extensive stakeholder consultation, privacy safeguards, and periodic reporting to the legislature.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to establishing new sources of transportation 2 revenue based on motor vehicle use of public roadways; amending RCW 3 46.16A.170, 46.12.650, 46.17.050, 46.17.323, 46.17.324, 46.01.030, 4 46.01.040, 46.01.110, 42.56.330, 46.16A.040, and 46.16A.110; 5 reenacting and amending RCW 43.84.092 and 43.84.092; adding a new 6 section to chapter 46.08 RCW; adding new sections to chapter 46.68 7 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 46 RCW; creating a new section; 8 providing effective dates; and providing an expiration date. 9
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Ramos (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Transportation at 4:00 PM.
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IL bill #HB3155 • Last Action 02/18/2025
VEH CD-INSURANCE VERIFICATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to allow vehicle owners to provide a copy of an insurance card as proof of insurance when the Secretary of State attempts to verify their motor vehicle insurance coverage. Specifically, the bill modifies the existing electronic verification program for motor vehicle liability insurance by adding language that explicitly permits insurance cards as a valid form of proof during the verification process. Currently, the law requires the Secretary of State to verify insurance coverage at least twice per calendar year for registered vehicles. If the Secretary cannot electronically verify insurance, the owner will receive a notice allowing 30 calendar days to provide proof of insurance. The new provision clarifies that a copy of an insurance card is an acceptable way to demonstrate current insurance coverage. If an owner fails to provide proof of insurance, their vehicle registration will be suspended, and they must pay reinstatement fees and provide insurance documentation before their registration can be reinstated. The bill maintains existing provisions about verification procedures, including consulting with the insurance industry and excluding commercial automobile insurance lines from the program.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Mandatory Insurance Article of the Illinois Vehicle Code. Allows a person to provide a copy of an insurance card as a way to provide proof of insurance on the date the Secretary of State attempts to verify a person has insurance on the person's motor vehicle.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/09/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Charlie Meier (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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WA bill #HB1964 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Concerning persons requesting disclosure of lists of individuals under the public records act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Washington state Public Records Act to clarify and modify requirements for public records requests. Specifically, the bill introduces a new provision that requires individuals requesting lists of individuals to sign a declaration under penalty of perjury stating that their request is not for commercial purposes and explaining the purpose of their request. The bill maintains existing provisions that agencies must make identifiable public records available for inspection and copying, and cannot deny requests solely because they are considered overbroad. The legislation also reinforces that agencies cannot discriminate among people making records requests and can only ask about the purpose of a request to determine if disclosure would violate certain privacy exemptions. Additionally, the bill allows agencies to deny multiple "bot requests" (automated computer-generated requests) within a 24-hour period if responding would excessively interfere with the agency's essential functions. For school district records, the bill specifies that recording requests must include a specific date or date range, and districts can only use date as a search criteria when responding to such requests.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to persons requesting disclosure of lists of 2 individuals under the public records act; and amending RCW 42.56.080. 3
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Mary Fosse (D)*, Darya Farivar (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Shelley Kloba (D), Mia Gregerson (D), Alex Ramel (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Shaun Scott (D), Natasha Hill (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Public hearing in the House Committee on State Government & Tribal Relations at 1:30 PM.
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IL bill #HB3381 • Last Action 02/18/2025
SCH CD-ENERGY CONSERVATION
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the School Code to enhance energy conservation measures and processes for school districts and area vocational centers. The legislation updates existing regulations regarding energy conservation by defining key terms, establishing new guidelines for guaranteed energy savings contracts, and creating additional oversight mechanisms. Specifically, the bill requires regional superintendents to inspect and approve school building plans that include energy conservation measures, expands the definition of "energy conservation measure" to clarify what improvements are eligible, and introduces more stringent requirements for evaluating and awarding energy savings contracts. The bill mandates that proposals be thoroughly reviewed, with performance reviews conducted at least every four years, and requires detailed documentation of projected and actual energy operating cost savings. A new provision involves the Smart Energy Design Assistance Center (SEDAC), which will help school districts identify qualified energy service providers and establish guidelines for reviewing energy performance contracts. The legislation aims to ensure more transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in how school districts implement energy-saving projects, with a focus on reducing long-term operating costs while maintaining high standards for technical expertise and contract evaluation.
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Bill Summary: Amends the School Code. Provides that a duty of the regional superintendent of schools is to inspect and approve school building plans and specifications for energy conservation measures. In the Article concerning school energy conservation and saving measures, makes changes concerning definitions, the evaluation and submission of guaranteed energy savings contract proposals, performance reviews, the award of a contract, the written guarantee, installment payment contracts and lease purchase agreements, cost savings, available funds, an energy savings template, qualified providers, and the Smart Energy Design Assistance Center.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Joyce Mason (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Rules Committee
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NM bill #HB329 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Behavioral Health Purchasing Collaborative
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Interagency Behavioral Health Purchasing Collaborative by changing its composition and governance structure. The collaborative will now include representatives from various state agencies like health care authority, Indian affairs, health, corrections, children and families, and early childhood education, along with the directors of the New Mexico behavioral health providers association and the administrative office of the courts. The collaborative will be administratively attached to the Governor's Office and will be chaired by the secretary of health care authority. The bill creates a new Director of the Collaborative Nominating Committee, consisting of three members appointed by the speaker of the house, senate president pro tempore, and the governor. This committee will be responsible for submitting a list of at least two qualified nominees for the collaborative director position, ensuring geographical diversity. The director will be appointed by the governor and cannot simultaneously hold any other state or local government position. The collaborative's responsibilities remain focused on identifying statewide behavioral health needs, developing service plans, inventorying expenditures, and ensuring service availability. The bill also requires the collaborative to meet publicly at least quarterly, consider public input, and provide quarterly and annual reports to legislative committees, with an added requirement to report on the adequacy and allocation of mental health services throughout the state. The changes aim to improve the governance, transparency, and effectiveness of behavioral health services in New Mexico.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH; MAKING CHANGES TO THE COMPOSITION OF THE INTERAGENCY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PURCHASING COLLABORATIVE; ADMINISTRATIVELY ATTACHING THE INTERAGENCY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PURCHASING COLLABORATIVE TO THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR; CREATING THE DIRECTOR OF THE COLLABORATIVE NOMINATING COMMITTEE; REQUIRING THE DIRECTOR OF THE COLLABORATIVE TO BE SELECTED FROM A LIST OF QUALIFIED NOMINEES CREATED BY THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE; REPEALING SECTION 24A-3-2 NMSA 1978 (BEING LAWS 2004, CHAPTER 46, SECTION 2, AS AMENDED).
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Meredith Dixon (D)*, Tara Luján (D)*, Liz Thomson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: HHHC: Reported by committee without a recommendation
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NM bill #HB467 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Multicultural Student Safety & Support
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes several key provisions to enhance multicultural student safety and support in New Mexico's education system. It amends existing statutes to broaden protections against discrimination, expanding the list of characteristics that cannot be used as a basis for disparate treatment to include disability, home language, gender, and family income level. The bill prohibits demeaning, bullying, or punishing students for their cultural characteristics or symbols. It establishes an online reporting portal (replacing a previous hotline) for racially motivated incidents, with submissions kept confidential and exempt from public records requests. The legislation also strengthens bilingual and multicultural education programs by emphasizing the use of home or heritage languages in instruction and prioritizing language development in early grades. Additionally, the bill modifies the Hispanic Education Advisory Council and Black Education Liaison roles, ensuring more comprehensive support for minority students. The bill aims to create more inclusive, supportive, and culturally responsive educational environments by protecting students from discrimination, promoting cultural understanding, and providing mechanisms for reporting and addressing racially motivated incidents.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC EDUCATION; AMENDING STATUTES PERTAINING TO SAFETY AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR MULTICULTURAL STUDENTS; BROADENING ELEMENTS OF DISCRIMINATION OR DISPARATE TREATMENT SUBJECT TO DISCIPLINE.
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Diane Torres-Velásquez (D)*, Linda López (D)*, Pat Roybal Caballero (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HEC - Referrals: HEC/HGEIC
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NY bill #S05034 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Prohibits the disclosure of highway, bridge, tunnel and other thoroughfare toll and transit records, with exceptions.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive privacy protections for electronic toll and fare records, such as E-Z Pass and Metrocard information, by creating new legal provisions that strictly limit the disclosure of these personal records. The bill defines electronic toll and fare information as detailed records maintained by public entities or their contractors, including account holder names, vehicle details, travel dates and times, and transaction statements. Under the proposed law, these records would be considered confidential and generally not open to public disclosure, civil or criminal process, or freedom of information requests. However, the bill does provide specific exceptions for disclosure, including: allowing account holders to access their own records, permitting law enforcement to obtain records through search warrants or subpoenas for investigating potential misdemeanors or felonies, enabling use in civil proceedings related to toll or fare revenue collection, allowing communication with account holders, and facilitating inter-agency administrative functions. The bill also requires public entities to provide clear notice to account holders about these privacy protections and establishes a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for unauthorized disclosure of confidential electronic toll and fare information. The legislation aims to balance consumer privacy concerns with legitimate needs for information access in specific circumstances.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the civil rights law, in relation to privacy of electronic fare and toll records
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• Introduced: 02/18/2025
• Added: 02/19/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Luis Sepúlveda (D)*, Leroy Comrie (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO CODES
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CA bill #AB409 • Last Action 02/18/2025
Open meetings: teleconferences: community college student body associations and student-run organizations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill permanently authorizes California Community College student body associations and student-run organizations to use more flexible teleconferencing provisions for their meetings. Currently set to expire on January 1, 2026, the bill would remove the sunset date, allowing these student organizations to continue using alternative meeting rules that make participation easier. To use these provisions, the community college district's board of trustees must first adopt a resolution, and then two-thirds of the student legislative body must vote to use teleconferencing. The bill requires these organizations to provide clear public access to meetings, including call-in or internet-based options for participation, and ensure that public comments can be made in real time. The legislation recognizes that many student leaders face accessibility challenges due to disabilities, caregiving responsibilities, transportation limitations, or other resource constraints. By allowing more flexible meeting formats, the bill aims to increase public participation and make student leadership roles more accessible to a diverse range of community college students. The bill also includes constitutional findings demonstrating that these expanded teleconferencing options serve the public interest by removing barriers to participation in student governance.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend Section 54953.9 of the Government Code, relating to open meetings.
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• Introduced: 02/04/2025
• Added: 02/05/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joaquin Arambula (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on L. GOV. and Higher ED.
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WA bill #HB1724 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Improving access and practices relating to portable orders for life-sustaining treatment.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve access and practices related to portable orders for life-sustaining treatment (POLST) by establishing a statewide digital registry managed by the Department of Health. The registry will allow individuals to voluntarily submit their POLST forms, which document a person's medical treatment preferences at the end of life. Key provisions include creating a standard form with an option to opt out of registry submission, providing liability protection for healthcare providers who follow these orders in good faith, and allowing individuals to review and revoke their forms at any time. The bill also mandates that the registry be secure, confidential, and designed to potentially expand to include other healthcare directives in the future. Additionally, the Department of Health is required to research alternative ways to indicate a person's end-of-life treatment preferences, such as medical jewelry or electronic applications, and report findings to the legislature by June 30, 2026. The registry will send annual notices to participants to ensure their forms remain current and provide access to personal representatives and healthcare providers while maintaining strict patient confidentiality standards.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to improving access and practices relating to 2 portable orders for life-sustaining treatment; amending RCW 43.70.480 3 and 70.122.130; adding a new section to chapter 43.70 RCW; adding a 4 new section to chapter 42.56 RCW; creating a new section; and 5 providing an expiration date. 6
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 9 : Dave Paul (D)*, Dan Griffey (R), Dan Bronoske (D), Clyde Shavers (D), Suzanne Schmidt (R), Julia Reed (D), Gerry Pollet (D), Greg Nance (D), Timm Ormsby (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 02/15/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Appropriations.
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MO bill #SB442 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Provides exemptions for records of certain criminal offenses from public access on statewide court automation systems
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Missouri state law to restrict public access to court records for certain criminal offenses through statewide court automation systems. Specifically, the bill prevents court records related to offenses reportable under section 43.506 (which likely involves specific types of criminal charges) from being publicly available online. However, the bill provides exceptions: these records can be accessed if a member of the public is physically present at the specific courthouse, and they remain accessible to specific professionals such as court personnel, law enforcement agencies, judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and other individuals deemed necessary by the court. The key purpose appears to be limiting broad online accessibility of certain criminal case records while still maintaining access for relevant legal and law enforcement professionals, thus potentially protecting the privacy of individuals involved in these specific types of criminal cases.
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Bill Summary: Provides exemptions for records of certain criminal offenses from public access on statewide court automation systems
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• Introduced: 12/03/2024
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Curtis Trent (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 12/06/2024
• Last Action: Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
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WA bill #HB1991 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Exempting from public inspection and copying requirements email addresses of individuals who subscribe to regular communications of certain agencies as defined under the public records act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 42.56.230, which governs public records exemptions, to add a new provision that protects email addresses of individuals who voluntarily subscribe to regular communications from certain state boards or commissions. Specifically, the bill creates a new exemption from public disclosure for email addresses that people provide when signing up for newsletters, updates, or similar publications from statutorily created state boards or commissions. This means that if someone voluntarily provides their email address to receive official communications from a state board or commission, that email address cannot be disclosed through public records requests. The exemption is designed to protect individuals' contact information and provide them with a sense of privacy when they choose to stay informed about the activities of various state governmental bodies. The bill is part of a broader set of privacy protections in Washington state's public records law, which already contains numerous exemptions for personal information to protect individuals from potential misuse or unwanted disclosure of their private data.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to exempting from public inspection and copying 2 requirements email addresses of individuals who subscribe to regular 3 communications of certain agencies as defined under the public 4 records act; and reenacting and amending RCW 42.56.230. 5
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Tarra Simmons (D)*, Lillian Ortiz-Self (D), Julio Cortes (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/15/2025
• Last Action: First reading, referred to State Government & Tribal Relations.
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WV bill #HB2489 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Providing for election reform and protections
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive election reform measures for West Virginia, focusing on increasing transparency, accountability, and security in the electoral process. The bill defines "Public Election Related Information and Data" as a broad category of election-related digital records, including cast vote records, system logs, and audit reports, which will now be fully accessible to registered voters through the Freedom of Information Act, with all typical exemptions specifically waived. The legislation mandates that electronic voting systems cannot be produced by foreign companies or in foreign countries, and requires the Secretary of State to conduct random annual physical inspections of voting equipment to verify the absence of wireless networking capabilities and potentially manipulative vote-counting algorithms. The bill also empowers county sheriffs to thoroughly investigate allegations of voter or election fraud, requiring full cooperation from election workers and allowing them to request forensic technology support if needed. Additionally, the bill stipulates that electronic voting system program codes, manuals, and software documentation must be publicly available at least three months before an election, and if a voting system is not approved, the county must resort to hand-counting paper ballots. The provisions are designed to enhance election integrity by providing unprecedented access to election data and implementing strict technological safeguards against potential tampering or foreign interference.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to provide for election reform. The bill defines "Public Election Related Information and Data." The bill allows for the public disclosure of this data through the Freedom of Information Act ("FOIA"). The bill provides for the maintenance of Public Election Related Information and Data including cast vote records, also known as "CVRs." The bill provides for restrictions of certain electronic software voting systems and contingent hand counting procedures. Finally, the bill provides for the random physical inspection of electronic voting systems.
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 11 : Jim Butler (R)*, Erica Moore (R), Ian Masters (R), Bryan Smith (R), Laura Kimble (R), Tresa Howell (R), Sarah Drennan (R), Rick Hillenbrand (R), Bill Ridenour (R), Margitta Mazzocchi (R), Bryan Ward (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: To House Judiciary
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NM bill #HB429 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Appointive Exec. Position Names & Data
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Inspection of Public Records Act to require state agencies, institutions, and political subdivisions to publicly disclose the names and resumes of at least three finalists for appointive executive positions at least ten days before making a final selection. The bill defines an "appointive executive position" as a non-elected chief executive officer, excluding political appointments like cabinet secretaries. Additionally, the bill mandates the establishment of a voluntary, anonymous demographic data collection process for applicants, gathering information about sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, and languages spoken. While individual-level data will remain confidential, aggregated demographic information will be published when finalists are announced. The bill also exempts application records for non-finalist candidates from public inspection and prohibits the public disclosure of finalist reference letters or medical/psychological data. Existing records related to this topic under a previous law (Section 21-1-16.1) will be repealed, and the new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC RECORDS; REQUIRING DISCLOSURE OF THE NAMES OF FINALISTS FOR APPOINTIVE EXECUTIVE POSITIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION OF CERTAIN DEMOGRAPHIC DATA FOR APPLICANTS AND CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTIVE EXECUTIVE POSITIONS; PROVIDING AN EXEMPTION TO THE INSPECTION OF PUBLIC RECORDS ACT; REPEALING SECTION 21-1-16.1 NMSA 1978 (BEING LAWS 2011, CHAPTER 134, SECTION 23).
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• Introduced: 02/17/2025
• Added: 02/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Micaela Cadena (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/17/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HGEIC - Referrals: HGEIC/HJC
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OR bill #HB2855 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Relating to public exchange stations.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires the Department of State Police (DSP) to establish public exchange stations where parents or guardians can safely transfer children and personal property. These stations will be designed with specific safety and transparency features, including 24/7 availability, complete video camera coverage of the area, and mandatory signage informing the public that the area is being recorded. The video recordings will be stored for at least 30 days and classified as a public record that can be requested under public records laws. While the department may charge fees for video record requests as typically allowed by law, they cannot deny requests involving child exchanges if a fee is not paid. The DSP will be responsible for maintaining the stations, ensuring equipment functionality, and creating administrative rules to implement these requirements. The bill adds these provisions to the existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) covering state police operations, specifically within the ORS 181A.010 to 181A.350 section.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Tells the DSP to create a public exchange area. (Flesch Readability Score: 84.9). Requires the Department of State Police to establish public exchange locations with certain re- quirements.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Evans (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing held.
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OR bill #HB2710 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Relating to participant eligibility in the Address Confidentiality Program; declaring an emergency.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands the Oregon Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) to include victims of child abduction, allowing individuals who were kidnapped or experienced custodial interference before turning 18 to apply for protection. Currently, the ACP helps vulnerable individuals like victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, stalking, and human trafficking keep their actual addresses confidential by providing a substitute address and acting as a mail forwarding service. The bill adds a new definition of "victim of child abduction" to the existing law, which covers individuals under 18 who have been kidnapped or experienced custodial interference, with the Attorney General having the ability to designate additional categories through rule-making. The program allows participants to apply with the help of an application assistant, providing documentation of their victimization and demonstrating that disclosing their address would endanger their safety. Once certified, participants receive an authorization card and can have their mail forwarded by the Attorney General, helping to protect them from potential assailants. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage in 2025.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act makes it so that the victims of child abduction are on the list of those that are able to join the Address Confidentiality Program. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.6). Expands the Address Confidentiality Program to include victims of child abduction. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
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• Introduced: 01/11/2025
• Added: 01/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Evans (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/11/2025
• Last Action: Public Hearing held.
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KS bill #HB2385 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Authorizing cities and counties to propose an earnings tax for ballot question and to levy such tax if approved by the electors of a city or county, requiring resubmission of the question, if approved, to the electors every 10 years, allowing certain credits and exemptions against the tax, providing for deductions by public and private employers of the tax from employee earnings and providing that revenue from any such tax be pledged for certain purposes.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes cities and counties in Kansas to propose and potentially levy an earnings tax specifically on nonresident workers, subject to voter approval. The tax would be limited to a maximum of 1% per year and could only be imposed after a public election where a majority of voters support it. If approved, the earnings tax would be dedicated to specific purposes: for cities, at least 50% of the revenue would go toward infrastructure and reduce property tax requirements, while for counties, at least 50% would support general county purposes and property tax reduction. The bill requires that the tax be resubmitted to voters for renewal every 10 years and includes provisions for tax credits (such as allowing credits for taxes paid in other jurisdictions), exemptions for certain taxpayers, and mechanisms for employers to collect and remit the tax. Employers would be allowed to retain a small percentage of collected taxes as compensation for administrative costs. The bill also mandates confidentiality of employee lists used for tax collection purposes and includes safeguards such as allowing exemptions for certain individuals and providing a credit system to prevent double taxation. Importantly, the tax would only apply to nonresidents working within the city or county, not to residents of the taxing jurisdiction.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning taxation; relating to income tax; authorizing cities and counties to propose an earnings tax for ballot question and to levy such tax upon nonresidents of the city or county if approved by the electors of a city or county; requiring resubmission of the question, if approved, to the electors every 10 years thereafter; allowing certain credits and exemptions against such tax; providing for the deduction by public and private employers of such tax from employee earnings; providing for revenue to be pledged for certain purposes; amending K.S.A. 12-140 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 19-101a and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/15/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: House Referred to Committee on Taxation
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KS bill #HB2137 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Authorizing the department of education to contract with a private vendor to install, operate and maintain school bus cameras.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes the Kansas Department of Education to contract with a private vendor to install, operate, and maintain stop signal arm video recording devices on school buses to capture and penalize drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. Under the proposed law, school districts must first vote to participate, and any vendor contract must specify compensation and data reporting requirements. When a violation is detected, the Kansas Highway Patrol will review recorded images, and if verified, the Department of Education will send a $250 civil penalty notice to the vehicle's registered owner. The owner can contest the violation with specific defenses, such as the vehicle being stolen or already sold. Recorded images will be confidential and retained for a limited time, with the vendor required to destroy images showing no violation after 28 business days. The bill creates a School Bus Safety and Education Fund to support the program, with revenues from civil penalties used for vendor expenses, public education, and safety initiatives. The Department of Education must provide an annual report to the legislature detailing the total number of violations, notices issued, and penalties collected. The law will take effect upon publication and is set to expire on July 1, 2028, unless the legislature chooses to extend it.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning school buses; relating to school bus safety; illegal passing of school buses; authorizing the department of education to contract with a private vendor for the installation, operation and maintenance of stop signal arm video recording devices; establishing procedures for violations and civil penalties therefor; requiring an annual report to the legislature.
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• Introduced: 01/28/2025
• Added: 01/29/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/28/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Monday, February 17, 2025, 1:30 PM Room 218-N - CANCELED
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NM bill #SB71 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Auto License Plate Reader Act
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Automatic License Plate Reader Act, which creates comprehensive regulations for law enforcement agencies' use of license plate reading technology. The bill defines an automatic license plate reader system as high-speed cameras attached to law enforcement vehicles or mounted on street poles that capture vehicle license plate information, and provides specific guidelines for its use. Law enforcement agencies are permitted to compare license plate data with various databases, including motor vehicle, criminal justice, and missing persons databases, primarily for investigative purposes. The bill limits data retention to 14 days without an alert, with exceptions for ongoing investigations, legal requests, or probable cause warrants. Agencies must protect the collected data's security, prohibiting data sharing with unauthorized third parties or selling the information. The legislation mandates annual reporting to the legislature about system usage, including the number of plates scanned and resulting arrests. Importantly, the bill explicitly prohibits using the system to target individuals or groups based on protected characteristics like race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation. The collected license plate data is considered confidential and not a public record, with limited disclosure provisions for registered vehicle owners. The act aims to balance law enforcement needs with individual privacy protections.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO LAW ENFORCEMENT; ENACTING THE AUTOMATIC LICENSE PLATE READER ACT; PERMITTING LICENSE PLATE DATA TO BE USED FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATIONS; LIMITING THE RETENTION OF LICENSE PLATE DATA; PROTECTING THE SECURITY OF THE COLLECTED DATA.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Chandler (D)*, Peter Wirth (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee (00:00:00 2/17/2025 Room 311)
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VA bill #HB1624 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms; addictive feed prohibited for minors.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces the Consumer Data Protection Act, focusing specifically on social media platforms and their interaction with minors under 18 years old. The legislation defines an "addictive feed" as a digital platform feature that recommends content to users based on personal information or previous interactions, with several specific exceptions. An "addictive social media platform" is defined as a website or mobile application that primarily offers such a feed. The bill prohibits social media platforms from providing an addictive feed to users under 18 unless the platform either verifies the user is not a minor or obtains verifiable parental consent as defined by federal law. Importantly, the bill requires platforms to use commercially reasonable methods to determine a user's age, and they must treat a user as a minor if the user's device indicates they are under 18 through settings or signals. The legislation also prevents platforms from discriminating against users by degrading service or increasing prices if they cannot provide an addictive feed due to age restrictions. Notably, even if parental consent is given, the platform is not required to provide parents with additional access to their child's account or data.
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Bill Summary: Consumer Data Protection Act; social media platforms; addictive feed prohibited for minors. Prohibits a person that operates a social media platform that has knowledge that a user of the social media platform is a child under the age of 18 from using an addictive feed, defined in the bill, unless the operator of such social media platform obtains verifiable parental consent.
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• Introduced: 01/03/2025
• Added: 01/04/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Josh Thomas (D)*, Bonita Anthony (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/03/2025
• Last Action: House Communications, Technology and Innovation Committee Hearing (10:00:00 2/17/2025 House Committee Room C - 206)
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ID bill #H0213 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Amends existing law to clarify that an Idaho state-issued driver's license or identification card is required to apply for the homestead property tax exemption.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Idaho's homestead property tax exemption law to require homeowners to provide their Idaho state-issued driver's license or identification card number when applying for the exemption, with an exception for certain circumstances. Specifically, when homeowners complete the application form for the property tax exemption, they must now include their state-issued driver's license or ID card number, unless they qualify for an exemption from this requirement. The bill builds upon existing law that allows homeowners to exempt up to $125,000 or 50% of their primary dwelling's market value from property taxes. The change aims to standardize and potentially enhance verification of homestead exemption applications by adding a specific identification requirement. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage and will apply retroactively to January 1, 2025, ensuring that homeowners applying for the exemption in that tax year will need to comply with the new identification documentation requirements.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO TAXATION; AMENDING SECTION 63-602G, IDAHO CODE, TO REVISE A PRO- VISION REGARDING CERTAIN INFORMATION REQUIRED TO
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: House Revenue & Taxation Committee (09:00:00 2/17/2025 Room EW42)
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MT bill #HB100 • Last Action 02/17/2025
Generally revise public record laws
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill generally revises public record laws to establish more consistent and transparent standards for public information requests across state government agencies. The bill creates standardized requirements for how public agencies (excluding local governments) must respond to public information requests, including mandatory acknowledgment within 5 business days and response timelines of either 90 days or 6 months depending on the complexity of the request. The legislation introduces a structured fee system for public information requests, with key provisions including: a $20 filing fee for complex requests, a maximum hourly rate of $25 for staff time spent processing requests, a free first hour of service, and clear guidelines on what costs can be charged. The bill requires public agencies to establish and publish their public information request processes, maintain request statistics, and retain and publish requests and responses for 2 years. Additionally, the bill allows requesters to file a civil action in district court if an agency fails to meet response deadlines and provides for potential cost and attorney fee awards for successful plaintiffs. The legislation is designed to make public information more accessible by creating predictable standards and limiting potential barriers to accessing government records, with most provisions becoming effective October 1, 2025, and some specific sections taking effect July 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING PUBLIC RECORD LAWS; ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES FOR PUBLIC AGENCIES THAT ARE NOT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS; GENERALLY REVISING FEES FOR PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUESTS; ESTABLISHING A 2-YEAR RETENTION PERIOD OF INFORMATION REQUESTS AND RESPONSES FOR PUBLIC AGENCIES THAT ARE NOT LOCAL GOVERNMENTS; ESTABLISHING THE FEES THAT A PUBLIC AGENCY MAY CHARGE WHEN RESPONDING TO PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUESTS; PROVIDING THAT THE FIRST HOUR OF SERVICE NOT BE CHARGED; ESTABLISHING AN HOURLY FEE LIMIT; ALLOWING A PERSON TO FILE AN ACTION IN DISTRICT COURT IF A PUBLIC AGENCY THAT IS NOT A LOCAL GOVERNMENT FAILS TO MEET THE RESPONSE DEADLINE; AMING SECTIONS 2-6-1006 AND 2-6- 1009, MCA; AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATES AND A TERMINATION DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 12/14/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Bill Mercer (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 34
• Last Amended: 01/25/2025
• Last Action: (S) Hearing (S) State Administration
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CA bill #SB239 • Last Action 02/14/2025
Open meetings: teleconferencing: subsidiary body.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces new provisions for how subsidiary bodies (advisory legislative bodies that cannot take final actions) can conduct teleconference meetings. The bill allows these bodies to use teleconferencing with specific requirements, such as: conducting meetings that protect public and participant rights, ensuring members participate through audio and visual technology, providing public access methods like two-way audiovisual platforms or telephonic services, designating a primary physical meeting location, posting agendas, and allowing real-time public comment. Members must visibly appear on camera during open meetings, with exceptions for technological challenges, and must disclose if other individuals are present at their remote location. The legislative body that establishes the subsidiary body must approve teleconferencing by a two-thirds vote and make findings about how teleconferencing would enhance public access and promote member diversity. The bill does not apply to subsidiary bodies dealing with police oversight, elections, or budgets, and any elected officials participating must still comply with existing teleconferencing regulations. Importantly, any final recommendations must be presented at a regular meeting of the establishing legislative body, ensuring transparency and accountability in these advisory group proceedings.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Section 54953.05 the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Jesse Arreguin (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Coms. on L. GOV. and JUD.
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NY bill #S00821 • Last Action 02/14/2025
Relates to assessment relief for victims of a local or major disaster in an eligible municipality.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides a comprehensive framework for assessment relief for victims of local or major disasters in eligible municipalities in New York State. The legislation allows local governments to provide property tax relief for residential properties and small businesses that have suffered significant damage during a disaster, such as floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, or other natural or man-made catastrophes. Municipalities can choose to adopt the law and specify details like the minimum damage threshold and maximum tax relief amount. The bill defines various terms, including "eligible property" and "local disaster," and establishes a graduated tax relief system where properties that have lost value due to a disaster can receive reduced property tax assessments. The percentage of tax relief ranges from 15% for properties that have lost 10-20% of their improved value to 100% for properties that have been completely destroyed or declared uninhabitable. Property owners must submit detailed documentation to prove their damage, and the local assessor will review and determine the appropriate level of tax relief. The bill also ensures that school districts will be held harmless for any reduction in state aid resulting from these tax exemptions. Importantly, the law applies retroactively to damages occurring since January 1, 2020, providing potential relief for properties affected during the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent disasters.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the real property tax law, in relation to assessment relief for victims of a local or major disaster in an eligible municipality; to repeal section 467-n of the real property tax law, relating to assessment relief for disasters; and to amend a chapter of the laws of 2024 amending the real property tax law relating to enacting the "climate change property tax relief act", as proposed in legislative bills numbers S. 7515-A and A. 7748-B, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
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• Introduced: 01/06/2025
• Added: 01/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Andrea Stewart-Cousins (D)*, Robert Jackson (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 3 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 01/08/2025
• Last Action: SIGNED CHAP.95
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KY bill #HB419 • Last Action 02/14/2025
AN ACT relating to reproductive privacy.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill provides comprehensive reproductive rights protections in Kentucky. The bill establishes fundamental reproductive rights for individuals, including the right to choose or refuse contraception, sterilization, or abortion prior to fetal viability or to protect the life or health of the pregnant person. It prohibits state discrimination in protecting these rights based on factors like sex, disability, race, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The bill removes numerous existing restrictions on abortion, repealing many statutes that previously regulated abortion procedures, reporting requirements, and medical practices. Key changes include eliminating mandatory waiting periods, detailed reporting requirements, and constraints on abortion providers. The bill defines medical terms like "abortion" and "medical emergency" and allows abortion services in various healthcare settings, including public health departments and state-sponsored health insurance plans. The legislation also provides legal protections for individuals seeking reproductive healthcare, allowing them to seek injunctive relief and damages if their rights are violated. It removes criminal penalties for healthcare providers performing abortions and eliminates many previous reporting and procedural requirements that had created barriers to accessing reproductive healthcare. Additionally, the bill allows for abortion services in cases of medical necessity, protects healthcare providers' ability to provide reproductive care, and ensures that individuals cannot be discriminated against for seeking or refusing reproductive healthcare services. The changes are comprehensive, effectively dismantling many of Kentucky's previous restrictive abortion laws and establishing a broader framework of reproductive rights and medical autonomy.
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Bill Summary: Create new sections of KRS Chapter 311 to establish reproductive rights and define terms; amend KRS 18A.225 to remove the prohibition of insurance coverage for abortion; amend KRS 39A.180 to allow the Governor to suspend statutes related to abortion during a declared emergency; amend KRS 156.496 to allow a school district to operate a family resource center that provides abortion counseling; amend KRS 205.010 to permit financial aid for an abortion; amend KRS 205.510 to include abortions or induced miscarriages as medical care; amend KRS 205.560 to allow medical aid payments for abortion; amend KRS 211.603 to allow money in the rape crisis trust fund to be used for abortion services or education; amend KRS 212.275 to allow health departments to dispense medication for an abortion; amend KRS 213.101 to remove various reporting requirements; amend various sections to remove penalties associated with performing abortions; amend various sections to conform; repeal, reenact, and amend or repeal and reenact KRS 311.783, 311.7710, 311.820, 311.990, 311.780, 311.810, 311.572, 311.591, 311.686, and 311.852 to conform; repeal KRS 15.241, 213.098, 213.172, 213.174, 213.176, 216B.0435, 216B.200, 216B.202, 216B.204, 216B.206, 216B.208, 216B.210, 304.5-160, 311.710, 311.715, 311.720, 311.723, 311.724, 311.725, 311.727, 311.728, 311.731, 311.732, 311.733, 311.735, 311.750, 311.760, 311.765, 311.770, 311.7701, 311.7702, 311.7703, 311.7704, 311.7705, 311.7706, 311.7707, 311.7708, 311.7709, 311.7711, 311.772, 311.7731, 311.7733, 311.7734, 311.7735, 311.7736, 311.7737, 311.7739, 311.774, 311.7741, 311.7743, 311.781, 311.7811, 311.782, 311.784, 311.7841, 311.785, 311.786, 311.787, 311.790, 311.800, 311.821, 311.822, 311.823, 311.824, 311.825, 311.826, 311.827, 311.830, 311.992, and 315.315; EFFECTIVE, in part, January 1, 2026.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Lindsey Burke (D)*, Anne Donworth (D), Adrielle Camuel (D), Nima Kulkarni (D), Matthew Lehman (D), Pamela Stevenson (D), Lisa Willner (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: to Judiciary (H)
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NY bill #A01675 • Last Action 02/14/2025
Clarifies that the department of corrections is not required to obtain and input into its electronic record-keeping applications any individual's otherwise uncollected former legal name or any alias; amends the effectiveness of certain provisions relating thereto.
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies the Department of Corrections' obligations regarding the collection and input of personal identifying information for incarcerated individuals on their websites. Specifically, the bill ensures that while the department must include an individual's current name, former legal name, or known alias on searchable websites if such information is already available in government records, they are not required to actively seek out or input previously uncollected former legal names or aliases into their electronic record-keeping systems. The bill also modifies the effective date of the law, changing it from the ninetieth day after enactment to one year after becoming law. This modification provides the department with additional time to implement the website search functionality and update their record-keeping practices. The goal appears to be balancing transparency and accessibility of incarcerated individual information with reasonable limitations on the department's administrative burden of collecting and managing personal identifiers.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the correction law, in relation to clarifying that the department of corrections is not required to obtain and input into its electronic record-keeping applications any individual's otherwise uncollected former legal name or any alias; and to amend a chapter of the laws of 2024 amending the correction law relating to requiring that websites providing incarcerated individual information be searchable by the incarcerated individual's name, former name or alias, as proposed in legislative bills numbers S. 4061-A and A. 4763-A, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
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• Introduced: 01/10/2025
• Added: 01/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Crystal Peoples-Stokes (D)*, Demond Meeks (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 16
• Last Amended: 01/10/2025
• Last Action: signed chap.62
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WV bill #SB472 • Last Action 02/14/2025
Requiring transparency from Department of Human Services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires enhanced transparency and reporting mechanisms for the Department of Human Services (DHS), particularly in child welfare and child protective services. The bill establishes a new Critical Incident Review Team under the Office of the Inspector General to systematically review child fatalities and near fatalities, with a multidisciplinary team composed of government officials, law enforcement, and legislative representatives. The bill mandates significant improvements to the child welfare reporting system, including creating a more robust centralized intake process for reporting child abuse and neglect, requiring a 24/7 hotline and web-based reporting methods that provide immediate case identifiers. Additionally, the bill requires DHS to update its child welfare data dashboard monthly by July 1, 2025, with comprehensive system-wide performance indicators, workforce information, and detailed reporting on child fatalities and near fatalities. The dashboard must include trending data, allow public searching, and provide initial reports within 48 hours of incidents. The bill also establishes strict confidentiality protocols for the review team's work while ensuring transparency in reporting systemic issues and recommendations for preventing child fatalities.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to require transparency from the Department of Human Services.
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Vince Deeds (R)*, Mike Woelfel (D), Rollan Roberts (R), Patricia Rucker (R), Joseph Garcia (D), Mark Maynard (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: To Health and Human Resources
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VT bill #H0011 • Last Action 02/14/2025
An act relating to consumer protections applicable to broadband and VoIP services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes comprehensive consumer protections for broadband and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services in Vermont. The legislation creates a new subchapter called the "Vermont Broadband Consumer Protection and Competition Act" that aims to promote a competitive and fair broadband market. Key provisions include prohibiting unfair practices by broadband providers, such as misrepresenting service terms, imposing excessive termination fees, charging unreasonable equipment fees, and implementing predatory data caps. The bill requires providers to submit annual reports to the Attorney General detailing their service plans, pricing, and performance, and establishes a consumer complaint tracking system. For VoIP services, the bill mandates the Commissioner of Public Service to monitor health and public safety risks, review outage reports, ensure E-911 compliance, and develop consumer education initiatives. The Attorney General is empowered to investigate and enforce these protections, with the ability to assess costs against providers and submit annual reports to the General Assembly. The bill also includes special provisions to protect consumers during declared states of emergency and emphasizes the importance of broadband access for economic, educational, and social opportunities in Vermont's rural communities. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage and is designed to be liberally construed to accomplish its consumer protection goals.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish various consumer protection provisions applicable to broadband service and to Voice over Internet Protocol service.
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• Introduced: 01/08/2025
• Added: 01/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Laura Sibilia (I)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/30/2024
• Last Action: House Committee on Energy and Digital Infrastructure Hearing (00:00:00 2/14/2025 )
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DC bill #PR26-0001 • Last Action 02/14/2025
Rules of Organization and Procedure for the Council of the District of Columbia, Council Period 26, Resolution of 2025
Status: Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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Bill Summary: January 2, 2025 To provide rules of organization and procedure for the Council of the District of Columbia, a Code of Official Conduct for the Council of the District of Columbia, and a Sexual Harassment Policy for the Council of the District of Columbia during Council Period 26.
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• Introduced: 01/02/2025
• Added: 01/03/2025
• Session: 26th Council
• Sponsors: 1 : Phil Mendelson (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 01/02/2025
• Last Action: Resolution R26-0001, Effective from Jan 02, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 001289
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NY bill #A05527 • Last Action 02/14/2025
Requires agencies and public employers to provide notice and a review period to employees whose personnel records have been provided pursuant to the state's freedom of information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the public officers law to require government agencies and public employers to provide written notification to employees when a request for their personnel records has been approved under the state's freedom of information law. Specifically, the notification must list all documents requested, provided, or copied for public dissemination. Additionally, the bill mandates that upon receiving official notification, employees must be given the opportunity to inspect their personnel file or any documents referencing them that are part of the information request. Importantly, this new requirement does not limit an employee's existing rights to inspect their personnel file through other means, such as collective bargaining agreements or other existing laws. The bill aims to increase transparency and provide employees with more control and awareness about the disclosure of their personnel records, ensuring they are informed when their professional documents are being shared in response to public information requests. The legislation will take effect 30 days after it becomes law.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requests for employee personnel records
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• Introduced: 02/14/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Stacey Pheffer Amato (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: referred to governmental operations
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MT bill #SB74 • Last Action 02/14/2025
Generally revise marijuana laws
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill generally revises marijuana laws in Montana by making several key modifications to existing legislation. The bill updates definitions for terms like "retail price", "controlling beneficial owner", "employee", and "financial interest" in the marijuana industry. It removes probationary licensing options for marijuana testing laboratories and revises hotline reporting requirements. The bill allows for more flexibility in measuring marijuana products such as capsules, tinctures, and topical products, and adjusts licensing fees for manufacturers. It also clarifies rules around third-party contracts and relationships in marijuana businesses, requiring disclosure of such relationships and ensuring licensees are responsible for third-party compliance. The bill modifies licensing procedures, including how complaints are handled, how physical locations of marijuana businesses are disclosed, and the process for transferring or selling marijuana businesses. Additionally, the bill makes technical changes to how marijuana products can be sold, such as allowing slight variations in THC content and providing different rules for medical marijuana cardholders. Most provisions of the bill will become effective on October 1, 2025, with some sections taking effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT ENTITLED: “AN ACT GENERALLY REVISING MARIJUANA LAWS; REVISING THE DEFINITION OF THE "RETAIL PRICE" OF MARIJUANA FOR TAX PURPOSES; REVISING THE DEFINITIONS OF "CONTROLLING BENEFICIAL OWNER","EMPLOYEE", AND "FINANCIAL INTEREST"; REVISING LAWS RELATED TO A THIRD-PARTY CONTRACT; REMOVING PROBATIONARY LICENSING OPTIONS FOR MARIJUANA TESTING LABORATORIES; REVISING MARIJUANA HOTLINE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS; REVISING PROVISIONS FOR PROPERTY OWNER PERMISSIONS ON LICENSE RENEWALS; REVISING MARIJUANA MANUFACTURER LICENSING FEES; ALLOWING FOR A VARIANCE IN THE MEASUREMENT OF A MARIJUANA PRODUCT SOLD AS A CAPSULE, TINCTURE, TOPICAL PRODUCT, SUPPOSITORY, TRANSDERMAL PATCH, AND OTHER MARIJUANA PRODUCTS; AMING SECTIONS 15-64-101, 16-12-102, 16-12-104, 16-12-125, 16-12-203, 16-12-221, AND 16-12-224, MCA; AND PROVIDING EFFECTIVE DATES AND AN APPLICABILITY DATE.”
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• Introduced: 11/07/2024
• Added: 12/28/2024
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Joshua Kassmier (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 23
• Last Amended: 02/15/2025
• Last Action: (S) Committee Report--Bill Passed as Amended (S) Business, Labor and Economic Affairs
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TX bill #SB836 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature and to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens protections for victims of sexual offenses by modifying several provisions in the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and Government Code. The bill expands confidentiality provisions for evidence collected during forensic medical examinations, requiring courts to place such evidence under seal and restrict public access. It removes age-specific language related to invasive visual recording evidence, effectively broadening protections for victims of all ages. The legislation introduces new procedures for defendants seeking to access confidential or privileged communications and records in sexual offense cases, requiring them to file a motion demonstrating a good-faith basis for believing the information is exculpatory. Additionally, the bill enhances victims' ability to use pseudonyms in public records and legal proceedings, allows law enforcement and prosecutors to protect victim information, and prohibits electronic transmission of court proceedings involving sexual offenses without explicit consent from the victim, prosecutor, and defendant. The bill also creates new exceptions to public information disclosure requirements for electronic information obtained during investigations of sexual offenses, allowing governmental bodies to redact such information without additional legal review. These changes aim to provide greater privacy, protection, and support for victims of sexual offenses and human trafficking.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to victims of sex offenses, sex-based human trafficking offenses, or acts of a sexual nature and to the confidentiality of or restrictions on the availability of certain property, material, or information regarding those victims, offenses, or acts.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Angela Paxton (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Criminal Justice
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CT bill #SB01209 • Last Action 02/13/2025
An Act Prohibiting The Disclosure Of The Residential Address Of Public School Teachers Under The Freedom Of Information Act.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act to add public school teachers to the list of government employees whose residential addresses cannot be disclosed through public records requests. Currently, the law protects the home addresses of various public employees such as judges, police officers, firefighters, and employees of specific state agencies. The bill would explicitly protect public school teachers by adding them as the 14th category of professionals whose residential address must remain confidential. By preventing the disclosure of teachers' home addresses, the legislation aims to enhance the privacy and potentially the personal safety of educators. The change would take effect on October 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to update their information handling procedures. The bill was introduced as a committee bill and co-sponsored by Senator Gadkar-Wilcox from the 22nd District, reflecting a legislative effort to provide additional privacy protections for public school teachers.
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Bill Summary: To prohibit disclosure of the residential address of public school teachers under the Freedom of Information Act.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Government Oversight Committee, Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox (D), Ron Napoli (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Government Oversight Public Hearing (00:00:00 2/13/2025 )
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MS bill #SB2795 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Pharmacy Practice Act; extend repealer on and make various changes in.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends and updates the Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act, making several key changes to pharmacy regulation and operations. The bill extends the sunset date of the Pharmacy Practice Act from 2025 to 2029, and makes numerous modifications to existing pharmacy laws. Key provisions include expanding the board's authority to delegate powers, increasing the surcharge on license renewal fees to fund an impaired pharmacists program, clarifying disciplinary provisions to include interns, externs, and pharmacy technicians, and authorizing the board to issue subpoenas for investigations. The bill also allows the board to order summary suspension of licenses or permits if there's an immediate danger to the public, exempts Investigations Review Committee meetings from open meetings requirements, and modifies regulations around prescription monitoring, home medical equipment, and drug returns. Additionally, the bill introduces a new definition for "pharmacy services administrative organizations" and makes technical changes to various definitions and procedural requirements for pharmacists and pharmacy-related businesses. The bill aims to modernize and strengthen pharmacy practice regulations in Mississippi while maintaining public safety and professional standards.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Reenact Sections 73-21-71 Through 73-21-87, 73-21-91, 73-21-93, And 73-21-97 Through 73-21-129, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Are The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act; To Amend Section 73-21-69, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On The Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-71, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify The Code Sections That Comprise The Pharmacy Practice Act; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-73, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise, Add And Delete Certain Definitions; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-79, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Board Of Pharmacy To Delegate Powers To The Executive Director Of The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-83, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify The Board's Authority To Regulate Manufacturing Of Drugs, And Provide That The Board Will Regulate Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-85, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify A Reference To Pharmacy Schools In Mississippi; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-91, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Increase The Amount Of The Surcharge On A License Renewal Fee To Fund An Impaired Pharmacists Or Pharmacy Students Program; To Clarify That The Board Does Not Give The Licensure Exam But Approves It; To Include Pharmacy Services Administrative Organizations In The Renewal License Fee Provisions; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-93, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provision; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-97, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That The Board May Impose A Monetary Penalty Against A Licensee; To Include Interns/externs, Pharmacy Technicians, Registrants And Permit Holders In The Disciplinary Provisions Of The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-99, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include Registrants In The Disciplinary Provisions Of The Board; To Exempt Meetings Of The Investigations Review Committee From The Open Meetings Act And Exempt Minutes Of The Meetings Of The Committee From The Public Records Act; To Authorize The Board To Issue Subpoenas For The Purpose Of Conducting Investigations To Obtain Papers, Documents, Prescriptions Or Any Other Records Deemed Relevant To An Investigation; To Provide That All Records Of Investigation Shall Be Kept Confidential And Shall Not Be Subject To Discovery Or Subpoena; To Authorize The Board To Order Summary Suspension Of An Individual's License Or Registration Or A Permit Of A Facility Without A Hearing If The Board Determines That There Is An Immediate Danger To The Public; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-101, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That If A Board Order Is Appealed, The Appeal Will Act As A Supersedeas As To Any Monetary Penalty, But No Such Person Shall Be Allowed To Practice Pharmacy In Violation Of Any Disciplinary Order While The Appeal Is Pending; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-103, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Remove The Minimum Amount Of Monetary Penalties Authorized By The Board; To Provide That Violations May Be Assessed Beginning With The Date That The Offender First Conducted Business In The State; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-105, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That All Entities Involved In The Drug Supply Chain Must Be Registered With The Board; To Provide That Permits May Be Issued For Up To A Triennial Period And To Increase The Maximum Fee For Such Permits; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-106, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Any Pharmacy Located Outside This State That Performs Any Services Included In The Definition Of The Practice Of Pharmacy For Residents Of This State Shall Be Considered A Nonresident Pharmacy And Must Be Permitted By The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-107, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Board To Enter And Inspect Any Facility Identified In The Supply Chain That Ships, Or Causes To Be Shipped, Or Receives Any Controlled Substances Or Prescription Or Legend Drugs Or Devices; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-108, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That Entities Located In This State Or Outside Of This State That Provide Any Home Medical Equipment To Patients In This State Must Be Permitted By The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-111, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Make A Minor, Nonsubstantive Change; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-115, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Provisions Specifying The Format And Content Of Prescription Forms; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-117, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Delete Requirements For Pharmacists To Keep Certain Records About Dispensing Biological Products And Communicating That Information To The Prescriber; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-125, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That References To Community Pharmacies Will Instead Be To Charity Pharmacies; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-126, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Board Shall Issue And Renew Licenses And Permits For Both In And Out Of State Persons, Businesses And Entities Owning Or Shipping Into, Within Or Out Of The State; To Authorize The Board To Use An Outside Agency To Accredit All Persons, Businesses And Facilities Licensed Or Permitted With The Board; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-127, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify Certain Provisions Relating To The Prescription Monitoring Program; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-127.1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Prescription Monitoring Program Shall Provide A Report To The Legislature Upon Request That Indicates The Number Of Opioid Prescriptions That Were Provided To Patients During That Year, Instead Of Providing An Annual Report; To Amend Reenacted Section 73-21-129, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Any Entity Assisting With The Return Of Outdated Drugs To A Manufacturer On Behalf Of A Pharmacy Shall Register With The Board And Have A Permit; To Repeal Section 73-21-89, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provided That A License To Practice Pharmacy Would Be Issued To Persons Presenting Proof Of Graduation From The University Of Mississippi School Of Pharmacy Before A Certain Date, And Section 73-21-95, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Abolished The Assistant Pharmacist License; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Hob Bryan (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/04/2025
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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VT bill #S0030 • Last Action 02/13/2025
An act relating to updating and reorganizing the health insurance statutes in 8 V.S.A. chapter 107
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates and reorganizes the health insurance statutes in 8 V.S.A. chapter 107, making comprehensive changes to how health insurance is regulated in Vermont. The bill repeals the existing chapter 107 and replaces it with a new, more structured version that includes several key provisions. The new chapter defines important terms like "health insurance plan" and "covered individual," and establishes requirements for health insurers around discrimination, advertising practices, and compliance with federal laws like the Affordable Care Act and the No Surprises Act. The bill introduces new standards for group and individual health insurance policies, including protections for dependents, requirements for coverage of specific health services, and guidelines for prescription drug coverage. It also establishes processes for independent external reviews of health care service decisions and sets requirements for telemedicine and audio-only telephone health services. The bill includes numerous technical amendments to align other sections of Vermont law with the new health insurance chapter, and it is intended to create a more comprehensive and consumer-friendly framework for health insurance regulation. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, allowing time for insurers and regulators to adapt to the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to update and reorganize the health insurance chapter, 8 V.S.A. chapter 107, including using consistent language and terminology throughout the chapter. The bill would also update cross-references in other statutes as needed.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Ginny Lyons (D)*, Ann Cummings (D)
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 12
• Last Amended: 02/18/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Health Care
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MN bill #SF978 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Sports betting provision and authorization
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill would establish a comprehensive framework for mobile sports betting in Minnesota, primarily authorizing Native American tribes to operate sports betting platforms under strict regulatory oversight. The bill creates a licensing system that allows up to 11 mobile sports betting operator licenses exclusively for federally recognized Native American tribes with existing casinos, and up to 11 mobile sports betting platform provider licenses. Key provisions include establishing rigorous age verification requirements (21 and older), implementing responsible gambling measures like self-exclusion options and betting limits, mandating robust integrity monitoring, and creating a detailed regulatory structure overseen by the commissioner of public safety. The bill also establishes a taxation framework where 50% of sports betting revenue will be allocated to compulsive gambling treatment and awareness programs, 25% to the general fund, and 25% to education addiction prevention and mental health services. Additionally, the bill includes comprehensive criminal provisions to prevent fraud, underage gambling, and other sports betting-related misconduct, and requires ongoing studies about gambling's impact on communities. The legislation is designed to create a carefully controlled sports betting environment that prioritizes consumer protection, responsible gambling, and state revenue generation.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to gambling; authorizing and providing for sports betting; establishing licenses; prohibiting local restrictions; providing for taxation of sports betting; providing civil and criminal penalties; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 240.01, subdivision 1b; 245.98, subdivision 2; 260B.007, subdivision 16; 325E.42, subdivision 2; 609.75, subdivisions 3, 4, 7, by adding a subdivision; 609.755; 609.76, subdivision 2; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 299L; 609; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 297J.
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• Introduced: 01/31/2025
• Added: 02/01/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : John Marty (D)*, Scott Dibble (D), Erin Maye Quade (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/31/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (12:30:00 2/13/2025 )
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MS bill #HB1184 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Electrical utilities; authorize certain large customer supply and service agreements with customers have MDA approved project.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section in Mississippi law (Section 77-3-273) that allows electric utilities to enter into large customer supply and service agreements with certain retail electric customers who have projects approved by the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA). The bill prioritizes electrical infrastructure expansion for economic development by allowing public utilities to construct, acquire, and operate facilities to serve these large customers without the typical regulatory constraints. Specifically, utilities can enter into agreements with customers who meet minimum investment and job creation requirements, with terms and pricing that are not subject to standard Public Service Commission review or modification. The agreements must provide an economic benefit to other utility customers and can include facilities that promote grid resiliency, enhance fuel diversity, or reduce air emissions. The bill streamlines the approval process by eliminating many traditional regulatory hurdles, such as competitive bidding requirements and detailed rate case reviews, and allows utilities to begin land acquisition and construction activities more quickly. Costs associated with these projects can be recovered through rate adjustments, and the agreements themselves are considered confidential. The legislation aims to attract large economic development projects by offering more flexible utility service arrangements and expedited infrastructure development.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create New Section 77-3-273, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Certain Public Utilities To Enter Into A Large Customer Supply And Service Agreement With Retail Electric Customers Having A Project Approved By The Mississippi Development Authority As Meeting Minimum Requirements Relating To Capital Investment And New Jobs; To Amend Sections 77-3-10, 77-3-11, 77-3-13, 77-3-14, 77-3-16, 77-3-35, 77-3-37, 77-3-39, 77-3-41, 77-3-93 And 77-3-95, Mississippi Code Of 1972, In Conformity To The Provisions Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/20/2025
• Added: 01/21/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Brent Powell (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/20/2025
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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TX bill #SB986 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Relating to procedures under the public information law, including expedited responses and charges for bad faith requests.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Texas's public information law (also known as the open records law) by introducing a new expedited response procedure for handling public information requests. The bill establishes a new Subchapter K in the Government Code that allows governmental bodies with trained public information officers to make good faith determinations about withholding certain information without first requesting an official attorney general decision. Under this new procedure, governmental bodies must respond to information requests within 10 business days, providing a detailed explanation of any withheld information, including specific exceptions used and a unique identification number. The bill also introduces financial penalties for governmental bodies that make requests to the attorney general in bad faith, such as a $1,000 charge for processing a bad faith request and an additional $500 per business day if the body does not comply with the attorney general's determination. Additionally, the bill requires public information officers to complete a 16-hour training course and mandates that the attorney general track and report on the implementation of these new procedures. The changes will apply to information requests received on or after September 1, 2025, and are designed to streamline the public information request process while maintaining transparency and accountability.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to procedures under the public information law, including expedited responses and charges for bad faith requests.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Paul Bettencourt (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/29/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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IA bill #HSB76 • Last Action 02/13/2025
A bill for an act relating to public records requests.(See HF 400.)
Status: In Committee
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that upon receipt of a public records request, the lawful custodian shall (1) promptly, as defined in the bill, acknowledge the request and provide the contact information of the lawful custodian’s authorized designee, (2) provide an approximate date for a response and an estimate of any reasonable fees associated with the request, and (3) inform the requester of any expected delay in production of the public record.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/23/2025
• Last Action: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 400.
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WA bill #HB1921 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Establishing new sources of transportation revenue based on motor vehicle use of public roadways.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new transportation revenue system based on road usage charges for motor vehicles in Washington State. It creates both a voluntary and mandatory road usage charge program that will gradually be implemented between 2027 and 2035, primarily targeting electric, hybrid, and fuel-efficient vehicles. The bill introduces a per-mile fee of 2.6 cents, which will automatically adjust with changes in fuel tax rates. Vehicles enrolled in the program will have certain registration fees waived. The road usage fees will be collected in a highway account and used for road preservation and maintenance, while an additional 10% assessment will be collected to support multimodal transportation like rail, bicycle, pedestrian, and public transit. The bill places a strong emphasis on protecting vehicle owners' privacy, specifying that only minimal personally identifying information can be collected, and location data can only be gathered with explicit consent. The legislature's motivation is to create a more equitable funding mechanism as fuel-efficient vehicles reduce traditional fuel tax revenues, ensuring sustainable transportation infrastructure funding. The program will be phased in gradually, starting with electric and hybrid vehicles in 2027 and expanding to include more fuel-efficient vehicles through 2035.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to establishing new sources of transportation 2 revenue based on motor vehicle use of public roadways; amending RCW 3 46.16A.170, 46.12.650, 46.17.050, 46.17.323, 46.17.324, 46.01.030, 4 46.01.040, 46.01.110, 42.56.330, 46.16A.040, and 46.16A.110; 5 reenacting and amending RCW 43.84.092 and 43.84.092; adding a new 6 section to chapter 46.08 RCW; adding new sections to chapter 46.68 7 RCW; adding a new chapter to Title 46 RCW; creating a new section; 8 providing effective dates; and providing an expiration date. 9
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Jake Fey (D)*, Alex Ramel (D), Sharon Wylie (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Lisa Parshley (D), Janice Zahn (D), Nicole Macri (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/08/2025
• Last Action: Public hearing in the House Committee on Transportation at 4:00 PM.
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MN bill #SF1124 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Minnesota Sports Betting 3.0 act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for mobile sports betting in Minnesota, primarily focused on creating a regulated system operated by Indian Tribes. The bill defines key terms, establishes licensing requirements for mobile sports betting operators, platform providers, and suppliers, and sets strict rules for conducting sports betting. Notably, the bill limits mobile sports betting operators to 11 licenses, all of which will be issued to Indian Tribes that currently conduct class III gaming in casinos. The legislation includes extensive provisions for responsible gambling, such as mandatory age verification, personal betting limits, and self-exclusion options. Operators must implement mechanisms to detect fraud and prevent unauthorized betting, and they are required to partner with integrity monitoring providers. The bill also imposes a 20% tax on sports betting net revenue, with revenue distributed to various state programs including tourism promotion, amateur sports, compulsive gambling treatment, and youth sports grants. Advertising restrictions are stringent, prohibiting targeting individuals under 21 and requiring problem gambling helpline information. The bill creates detailed criminal provisions around sports betting, including penalties for underage gambling, unauthorized wagers, and misuse of insider information. Additionally, the legislation mandates ongoing studies on gambling prevalence and impacts, and requires the governor to negotiate new Tribal-state compacts specifically for sports betting.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to gambling; authorizing and providing for sports betting and fantasy contests; establishing licenses; prohibiting local restrictions; providing for taxation of sports betting and fantasy contests; providing civil and criminal penalties; providing for amateur sports grants; providing for charitable gambling and modifying certain rates of tax on lawful gambling; providing for pari-mutuel horse racing; making clarifying, conforming, and technical changes; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 240.01, subdivision 1b; 245.98, subdivision 2; 260B.007, subdivision 16; 270B.07, by adding a subdivision; 297E.02, by adding a subdivision; 349.12, subdivision 25; 609.75, subdivisions 3, 4, 7, by adding a subdivision; 609.755; 609.76, subdivision 2; 609.761, subdivision 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 116U; 240; 240A; 245; 299L; 609; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapter 297J.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 3 : Jeremy Miller (R)*, Karin Housley (R), Eric Pratt (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Author added Pratt
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RI bill #S0300 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Removes appointees of state boards, commissions, public authorities and quasi-public who have a corporate/business interest in the subject matter of the board or commission.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill removes appointees with corporate or business interests from various state boards, commissions, public authorities, and quasi-public entities. Specifically, the bill modifies the membership composition of multiple advisory boards, councils, and commissions across different state agencies, systematically replacing members who have direct financial interests or are currently practicing in specific industries with either public members or former industry professionals. The changes are implemented across numerous sections of Rhode Island's General Laws, affecting boards related to areas such as emergency management, healthcare, energy, tourism, cannabis regulation, and workforce development. The key modifications consistently aim to reduce potential conflicts of interest by ensuring that board members do not have current financial stakes in the industries or sectors they are overseeing. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and represents a comprehensive effort to enhance the independence and objectivity of state advisory bodies by removing members with direct business interests.
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Bill Summary: This act would remove appointees of state boards, commissions, public authorities and quasi-public who have a corporate/business interest in the subject matter of the board or commission. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 5 : Sam Bell (D)*, Bridget Valverde (D), Linda Ujifusa (D), Alana DiMario (D), Tiara Mack (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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MS bill #SB2578 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Mississippi Public Records Act; exempt text messages unless messages are related to the business of the public body.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies the Mississippi Public Records Act to create a new section (25-61-11.3) that provides exemptions for text messages on personal devices. Specifically, text messages, including SMS (Short Message Service), MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service), and RCS (Rich Communication Service) messages, will be generally exempt from public records requirements. However, messages that are related to public business will still be considered public records if they meet certain criteria, such as being prepared by, for, used by, received by, possessed by, or controlled by a member of a public body. This means that personal text messages on government employees' private phones will not automatically be considered public records, but messages directly related to official government work can still be subject to public records requests. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving government entities and employees time to understand and implement the new guidelines.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Create Section 25-61-11.3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Exempt Text Messages From The Requirements Of The Mississippi Public Records Act, Unless The Messages Are Related To The Business Of The Public Body; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : David Parker (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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TX bill #SB877 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of Inspector General (OIG) within the Texas Education Agency to investigate fraud, waste, and abuse in public education administration. The OIG will be led by an inspector general appointed by the commissioner and tasked with conducting civil and administrative investigations into school districts, charter schools, regional education service centers, and other local education agencies. The office will have broad investigative powers, including the ability to attend meetings, inspect records (even those not normally subject to public disclosure), issue subpoenas, and conduct forensic audits. The bill defines fraud as an intentional deception that could result in unauthorized benefits and gives the OIG the authority to investigate complaints from any source, make findings of fact about wrongdoing, and refer matters to other administrative agencies. The legislation also amends existing education code to explicitly include the OIG's ability to conduct special investigations related to allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the required immediate-effect voting threshold.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to the creation of the office of inspector general at the Texas Education Agency to investigate the administration of public education.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tan Parker (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Education K-16
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AL bill #SB170 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Firearms, Gun Violence Protective Order Act, procedure for issuance of gun violence protective order, established
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Gun Violence Protective Order Act, which creates a legal mechanism for law enforcement officers, teachers, and family members to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from individuals who are deemed to pose a significant danger to themselves or others. The bill provides two types of protective orders: an ex parte order (which can be issued quickly without the respondent present) and a one-year order, both of which prohibit the respondent from owning, purchasing, controlling, possessing, or receiving firearms and ammunition. To obtain such an order, the petitioner must provide evidence of dangerous behaviors, which could include threats of violence, self-harm, substance abuse, or other warning signs. If the court finds reasonable cause, it can require the respondent to surrender all firearms and ammunition to local law enforcement, who will store them securely. The law includes provisions for the respondent to request a hearing to terminate the order and for the potential return of firearms if the individual becomes eligible to own weapons again. The bill also mandates that the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) be notified of these orders and enter them into a searchable database, which will be shared with the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. Violating the order by possessing a firearm would result in a Class C misdemeanor and a five-year prohibition on firearm ownership.
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Bill Summary: Firearms, Gun Violence Protective Order Act, procedure for issuance of gun violence protective order, established
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Merika Coleman (D)*, Kirk Hatcher (D), Linda Coleman-Madison (D), Rodger Smitherman (D), Vivian Figures (D), Bobby Singleton (D), Rob Stewart (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Pending Senate Judiciary
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TX bill #SB919 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill strengthens the Public Information Act (also known as the Open Records Act) by establishing clearer requirements for governmental bodies when responding to public information requests. Specifically, the bill mandates that if a governmental body has no responsive information to a request, they must notify the requester in writing within 10 business days. Similarly, if the governmental body determines that requested information can be withheld based on a previous determination, they must notify the requester in writing within 10 business days and specify the exact previous determination allowing the information to be withheld. The bill also introduces a new complaint mechanism where if a governmental body fails to properly respond to a request, the requester can file a complaint with the attorney general. In such cases, the attorney general can require the public information officer to complete open records training, prohibit the governmental body from charging costs for producing the information, and mandate that the governmental body either quickly request an attorney general decision or release the requested information. These changes aim to improve transparency and accountability in handling public information requests, with the new provisions applying to requests received on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT relating to a governmental body's response to a request for public information.
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 89th Legislature Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Judith Zaffirini (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Business & Commerce
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NM bill #SB26 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Protection Against Abuse And Violence Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill renames the Family Violence Protection Act to the Protection Against Abuse and Violence Act and makes comprehensive updates to the state's laws regarding domestic violence and abuse protections. The bill significantly expands the definition of abuse to include a broader range of behaviors, such as stalking, sexual assault, digital harassment, emotional manipulation, and economic abuse. It provides more comprehensive protections for victims, including allowing minors aged 13 and older to petition for protection orders in certain circumstances. The bill clarifies procedures for obtaining emergency and temporary orders of protection, enhances law enforcement's responsibilities in responding to abuse incidents, and provides more detailed guidelines for court proceedings. Key provisions include making orders of protection more flexible in duration, expanding protections for victims' safety, requiring more detailed documentation by law enforcement and healthcare professionals, and ensuring that victims are not charged for filing protection-related documents. The bill also updates language to be more gender-neutral and inclusive, and adds provisions to protect victims' confidentiality. The changes aim to provide more robust legal tools and support for individuals experiencing abuse, with an effective date of July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO DOMESTIC AFFAIRS; RENAMING THE FAMILY VIOLENCE PROTECTION ACT AS THE PROTECTION AGAINST ABUSE AND VIOLENCE ACT; CLARIFYING DEFINITIONS; SPECIFYING THE STANDARD TO BE IMPLEMENTED FOR CERTAIN ORDERS OF PROTECTION; AMENDING AND REPEALING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978.
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• Introduced: 01/21/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Angel Charley (D)*, Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Tara Luján (D)*, Antoinette Sedillo Lopez (D), Cindy Nava (D), Diane Torres-Velásquez (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/21/2025
• Last Action: SHPAC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
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CA bill #SB332 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Investor-Owned Utilities Accountability Act.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes a comprehensive transformation of California's investor-owned utility (IOU) system by requiring a detailed study and potential transition to a new public-focused energy management model. The bill mandates that the California Energy Commission conduct an extensive research project to assess the historical performance of Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE), San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), and SoCalGas, evaluating their impacts on communities, environment, and ratepayers. The study will explore the feasibility of transitioning these utilities to a successor entity, such as a public benefit corporation or publicly owned utility, with a focus on improving affordability, safety, reliability, and energy justice. Key provisions include prohibiting residential service disconnections for low-income households and vulnerable populations, limiting utility rate increases, requiring annual equipment audits and replacements in high fire-risk areas, mandating undergrounding of electrical infrastructure, and establishing new executive compensation structures tied to safety performance. The bill aims to address long-standing concerns about high rates, wildfire risks, and prioritization of shareholder profits over public welfare by creating a structured process to potentially reimagine California's energy utility system with greater accountability and community-centered governance.
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Bill Summary: An act to add Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 25250) to Division 15 of the Public Resources Code, to amend Sections 748.5, 3289, 3292, and 8388.5 of, to add Sections 706.5, 748.3, 8386.7, and 8388.6 to, and to add Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 8450) to Division 4.1 of, the Public Utilities Code, relating to energy.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Aisha Wahab (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 15.
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NY bill #S04863 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Establishes the COVID-19 recovery local employment tax credit program to provide tax incentives to employers for employing local employees in full-time or part-time positions in the two years following the conclusion of the state disaster emergency declared pursuant to executive order two hundred two.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the COVID-19 Recovery Local Employment Tax Credit Program to provide tax incentives for employers who hire local employees in the two years following the state's COVID-19 disaster emergency. The program allows qualified employers to receive tax credits for hiring local employees who meet specific criteria, such as living within 50 miles of the employer, residing in certain populous cities or towns, being low-income or at-risk, and previously unemployed due to COVID-19. Employers can receive up to $750 per month for six months for full-time employees (or $375 for part-time employees), with additional credits of $1,500 for continued employment for another six months and an extra year. The total tax credit allocation is capped at $40 million, and employers must apply after January 1st following the disaster emergency's conclusion but no later than June 1st. The commissioner of labor will oversee the program, establish guidelines, and give preference to employers in demand industries like clean energy, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. To participate, employers must allow tax information sharing and provide access to their records, and they will receive a preliminary and then a final certificate of tax credit based on their qualified employee hiring and retention.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the labor law and the tax law, in relation to establishing the COVID-19 recovery local employment tax credit program
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Jamaal Bailey (D)*, Zellnor Myrie (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO LABOR
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IA bill #HF400 • Last Action 02/13/2025
A bill for an act relating to public records requests.(Formerly HSB 76.)
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill modifies Iowa's public records law to establish more specific requirements for how government agencies must respond to public records requests. The bill requires that when a records custodian receives a request, they must: 1) quickly acknowledge the request (defined as using "reasonable, good-faith efforts" considering the circumstances), 2) provide contact information for the designated official handling the request, 3) give an estimated date for when they will provide an expense estimate and/or the requested records, and 4) notify the requester of any anticipated delays in producing the records. The bill also reinforces existing provisions that custodians should try to provide records at no cost beyond basic copying expenses when possible, and that requests can be made through various methods including writing, telephone, or electronic means. The changes aim to improve transparency and communication in the public records request process by setting clearer expectations for how government agencies should handle and respond to such requests, ensuring requesters receive timely and informative responses about the status of their public records inquiries.
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Bill Summary: This bill provides that upon receipt of a public records request, the lawful custodian shall (1) promptly, as defined in the bill, acknowledge the request and provide the contact information of the lawful custodian’s authorized designee, (2) provide an approximate date for a response and an estimate of any reasonable fees associated with the request, and (3) inform the requester of any expected delay in production of the public record.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 91st General Assembly
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, placed on calendar. H.J. 320.
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PA bill #SB245 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Establishing the Regulatory Sandbox Program, the Regulatory Relief Office and an advisory committee; and providing for their powers and duties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Regulatory Sandbox Program, a innovative initiative designed to help businesses test new products, services, or technologies in a controlled environment with temporary regulatory relief. The program creates a Regulatory Relief Office within the Governor's Office, led by a director appointed by the Governor, which will administer the sandbox and act as a liaison between businesses and regulatory agencies. Businesses can apply to participate in the program, paying modest application and participation fees, and will be allowed to temporarily demonstrate innovative offerings while being exempt from certain state regulations. Each participant must be transparent with consumers about the experimental nature of their offering, including potential risks, and must obtain consumer consent. The program provides a 24-month testing period, with the possibility of a 12-month extension, during which participants are shielded from punitive regulatory actions for the specific regulations waived in their agreement. An advisory committee composed of business representatives and legislators will help review applications and make recommendations. The office will produce annual reports to the General Assembly about the program's outcomes, including information about participants, consumer experiences, and potential regulatory improvements. Critically, the program maintains consumer protection by requiring detailed disclosures, preventing immunity from criminal prosecution, and mandating that participants report any consumer harm incidents.
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Bill Summary: Establishing the Regulatory Sandbox Program, the Regulatory Relief Office and an advisory committee; and providing for their powers and duties.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Jarrett Coleman (R)*, Kristin Phillips-Hill (R), Pat Stefano (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/14/2025
• Last Action: Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
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MS bill #HB1506 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Administrative forfeiture for seized property; bring forward section related to unlawful controlled substances.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill reenacts and amends Section 41-29-176 of the Mississippi Code, which relates to administrative forfeiture procedures for seized property under the Uniform Controlled Substances Law. Specifically, the bill establishes a streamlined process for forfeiting property valued at less than $20,000 that has been seized in connection with controlled substance violations. The key changes include modifying the notice requirements for property seizure, simplifying the process for contesting forfeiture, and requiring the seizing law enforcement agency to send a written notice of intent to forfeit to potential property owners. Under the new procedure, property owners can contest the forfeiture by sending a written notice to the seizing agency within 30 days, which then triggers a potential court proceeding. If no contest is filed, the property can be forfeited administratively. The bill also brings forward several related sections of Mississippi law concerning controlled substances, drug paraphernalia, and property forfeiture, ensuring continuity in the legal framework governing these issues. The changes aim to provide a more efficient and transparent process for handling seized property in drug-related cases, while maintaining protections for property owners' rights.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Reenact And Amend Section 41-29-176, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Was Repealed By Operation Of Law On July 1, 2018; To Provide Administrative Forfeiture Procedures For Certain Seized Property Under The Uniform Controlled Substances Law That Has A Value Of Less Than Twenty Thousand Dollars; To Bring Forward Sections 41-29-154, 41-29-155, 41-29-157, 41-29-159, 41-29-160, 41-29-161, 41-29-163, 41-29-165, 41-29-167, 41-29-168, 41-29-169, 41-29-171, 41-29-173, 41-29-175, 41-29-176.1, 41-29-177, 41-29-179, 41-29-181, 41-29-183, 41-29-185, 41-29-187 And 41-29-189, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Provide For Forfeiture Of Drug Paraphernalia And Personal Property As Result Of Crimes Related To Controlled Substances, For Purposes Of Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Horan (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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NM bill #HB424 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Pregnancy & Family Care Act
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Pregnancy and Family Care Act, a comprehensive approach to supporting pregnant patients with substance use disorders. The legislation requires healthcare providers to screen pregnant patients for substance use disorders during their first visit and conduct follow-up screenings, with the patient's consent. If a substance use disorder is identified, providers must develop a voluntary family care plan that addresses treatment, mental health, healthcare needs, parenting skills, and child development. The bill prioritizes treatment for pregnant and postpartum patients, mandating that treatment providers cannot refuse care based on pregnancy status and ensuring these patients receive priority for available treatment. A new system will be created by the Department of Health to collect non-identifying information about substance-exposed infants, distinct from child abuse reporting systems. The bill also establishes a statewide perinatal advisory council and county-level councils to provide recommendations on addressing substance use disorders among pregnant and postpartum patients, with a focus on reducing stigma, improving service coordination, and addressing racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare access. Importantly, the legislation emphasizes that a substance use disorder diagnosis alone is not grounds for child welfare intervention, and participation in family care plans is entirely voluntary. The Department of Health will be required to develop educational materials and provide annual reports on perinatal substance use disorder to legislative committees.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO CHILDREN; ENACTING THE PREGNANCY AND FAMILY CARE ACT TO PROVIDE FOR THE SCREENING OF PREGNANT PATIENTS FOR SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER; PRIORITIZING TREATMENT FOR THOSE PATIENTS, INCLUDING THE DEVELOPMENT OF FAMILY PLANS OF CARE TO PROVIDE A RANGE OF SERVICES TO ADDRESS RELATED NEEDS; REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO DEVELOP A SYSTEM, DISTINCT FROM THE SYSTEM USED FOR REPORTING ALLEGATIONS OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT, TO REQUIRE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO NOTIFY THE DEPARTMENT REGARDING THE BIRTH OF SUBSTANCE-EXPOSED INFANTS, INCLUDING DISAGGREGATED, NON-PERSONAL IDENTIFYING INFORMATION; REQUIRING HOSPITALS, BIRTHING CENTERS AND OTHER FACILITIES TO PROVIDE ALL POSTPARTUM PATIENTS WITH INFORMATION REGARDING THE DEVELOPMENT OF VOLUNTARY FAMILY CARE PLANS; REQUIRING THE DEPARTMENT TO DEVELOP EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING MATERIALS FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS AND OTHERS PROVIDING SERVICES TO PREGNANT AND POSTPARTUM PATIENTS REGARDING FAMILY PLANS OF CARE; ESTABLISHING STATEWIDE AND COUNTY ADVISORY COUNCILS TO PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT RELATED TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PREGNANCY AND FAMILY CARE ACT; PROVIDING FOR REPORTING; REPEALING SECTIONS OF THE CHILDREN'S CODE.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gail Armstrong (R)*, Rebecca Dow (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HGEIC - Referrals: HGEIC/HJC
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MN bill #SF757 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Sports betting and fantasy contests authorization and provision
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill authorizes sports betting and fantasy contests in Minnesota, with several key provisions: It will establish a licensing system for mobile sports betting operators, primarily through Indian Tribes, and create a comprehensive regulatory framework for both sports betting and fantasy contests. The bill will allow individuals 21 and older to place wagers through licensed mobile platforms, with strict rules around advertising, age verification, and responsible gambling practices. Key provisions include: - Issuing up to 11 mobile sports betting operator licenses exclusively to Indian Tribes - Implementing a 22% tax on sports betting net revenue - Establishing a 15% tax on fantasy contest net revenue - Creating extensive consumer protection measures like account limits, age restrictions, and self-exclusion options - Requiring robust integrity monitoring and data protection protocols - Mandating that licensed operators contract with a platform provider - Prohibiting wagers on certain events like college sports propositions - Establishing criminal penalties for unauthorized gambling activities The bill also creates several new accounts to distribute revenue, including: - A sports betting equalization account - A sports marketing and awareness account - An amateur sports integrity and participation account - Allocating funds for problem gambling treatment and prevention The legislation aims to provide a regulated, safe environment for sports betting and fantasy contests while generating revenue for the state and supporting various community programs.
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Bill Summary: A bill for an act relating to gambling; authorizing and providing for sports betting and fantasy contests; establishing licenses; prohibiting local restrictions; providing for taxation of sports betting and fantasy contests; providing civil and criminal penalties; providing for amateur sports grants; providing for charitable gambling and modifying certain rates of tax on lawful gambling; providing for pari-mutuel horse racing; making clarifying, conforming, and technical changes; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 240.01, subdivision 1b; 245.98, subdivision 2; 260B.007, subdivision 16; 270B.07, by adding a subdivision; 297E.02, by adding a subdivision; 349.12, subdivision 25; 609.75, subdivisions 3, 4, 7, by adding subdivisions; 609.755; 609.76, subdivision 2; 609.761, subdivision 3; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 116U; 240; 240A; 245; 299L; 609; proposing coding for new law as Minnesota Statutes, chapters 297J; 297K; 349C.
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 94th Legislature 2025-2026
• Sponsors: 5 : Matt Klein (D)*, Eric Pratt (R), Mary Kunesh (D), Nick Frentz (D), Julia Coleman (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/27/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (12:30:00 2/13/2025 )
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NY bill #S04860 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Establishes the New York Data Protection Act; requires government entities and contractors to disclose certain personal information collected about individuals.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the New York Data Protection Act, which creates comprehensive regulations for how government entities and contractors handle personal information of New York residents. The bill defines "personal information" broadly, including identifiers like names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and various types of personal data such as biometric information, employment records, and inferences about an individual's characteristics. Key provisions include giving individuals the right to request disclosure of personal information collected about them, including the categories of information, sources, and purposes of collection, as well as the right to request deletion of their personal information. Government entities and contractors must provide at least two methods for submitting information requests, respond within 45 days, and can only share personal information when crucial to their duties. The bill prohibits discrimination against individuals who exercise these rights and limits the sale or inappropriate sharing of personal information. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action, but allows individuals to seek relief through the Attorney General's office in cases of unauthorized data access. The law will take effect one year after becoming law, giving government entities and contractors time to adjust their data handling practices to comply with the new requirements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to enacting the New York data protection act
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : James Sanders (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
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MS bill #SB2706 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Mississippi Hemp Cultivation Act; rename, revise and create new provisions related to.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill comprehensively amends Mississippi's hemp and alcohol-related laws to regulate consumable hemp products and hemp beverages. It renames the Mississippi Hemp Cultivation Act to the Mississippi Hemp Act and transfers administration of hemp regulations from the Department of Agriculture and Commerce to the State Department of Health. The bill establishes a new regulatory framework for consumable hemp products, including licensing requirements for retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, and processors. Businesses will need to obtain licenses, with annual fees ranging from $200 to $500, and will be required to submit quarterly reports and have their product labels and certificates of analysis approved by the department. The bill reduces the THC concentration threshold for legal hemp from 0.5% to 0.3% and prohibits the sale of products containing artificially derived cannabinoids. It also imposes a 3% excise tax on consumable hemp products and creates a mandatory directory of approved hemp product manufacturers that retailers must consult. Additionally, the bill requires clear signage at point of sale warning that consumable hemp products contain THC and are not for individuals under 21. The legislation also amends various related statutes to incorporate hemp beverages into existing alcohol regulatory frameworks, effectively legalizing and regulating hemp-based drinks similarly to beer and other light alcoholic beverages.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Section 69-25-201, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Rename The "mississippi Hemp Cultivation Act" As The "mississippi Hemp Act," And To Expand Its Purpose To Regulating The Manufacture, Production, Distribution And Sale Of Consumable Hemp Products Other Than Beverages; To Amend Section 69-25-203, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Certain Terms; To Amend Section 69-25-207, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Transfer The Administration Of The Mississippi Hemp Act From The Commissioner And Department Of Agriculture And Commerce To The State Health Officer And The State Department Of Health; To Amend Section 69-25-213, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Reduce, From A Concentration Of More Than 0.5% To A Concentration Of More Than 0.3%, The Threshold For Violations Of Producing Cannabis Sativa L. With A Certain Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol Concentration On A Dry Weight Basis; To Amend Section 69-25-217, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Prohibit The Sale, Or Manufacture Or Production For Sale, In Mississippi Or To Mississippi Consumers, Of Products Derived From Any Cannabis Plant, Except As Authorized Under The Mississippi Hemp Act, The Light Alcoholic Beverage Statutes, Or The Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act; To Prohibit The Manufacture, Production Or Sale Of Any Hemp Product Containing An Artificially Derived Cannabinoid; To Prohibit The Sale Of Any Consumable Hemp Product To Any Person Under The Age Of 21 Years; To Create New Code Sections To Provide That The State Department Of Health Shall Be Responsible For Licensing Retailers, Wholesalers, Manufacturers And Processors Of Consumable Hemp Products; To Set The Annual License Fees To Be Collected By The Department And To Direct That Such Fees Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Require That Labels For Hemp Products Be Approved By The Department; To Require That A Finalized Sample Of Finished Hemp Products Have A Certificate Of Analysis; To Require All Products Containing Cannabidiol (cbd) To Be Tested In A Facility With A United States Drug Enforcement Administration (dea) Certification; To Provide Certain Requirements For Consumable Food Manufacturing Distributors; To Require A Licensed Entity To Provide A Quarterly Report To The Department; To Require The Department To Implement An Electronic Reporting System; To Provide That Any Consumable Food Manufacturing Distributor Or Consumable Hemp Manufacturer, Processor, Wholesaler Or Retailer That Fails To Timely Report Hemp Products Purchased Or Sold In Mississippi, Or That Purchases Or Sells Any Unlawful Hemp Product, Shall Be Subject To A Fine As Prescribed By The Department, And To Direct That Such Fines Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Impose A 3% Excise Tax On Consumable Hemp Products And To Direct That Proceeds Of Such Tax Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Amend Sections 69-25-211, 69-25-215, 69-25-219, 69-25-221 And 69-25-223, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform To The Preceding Provisions; To Amend Section 41-137-45, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That It Is Unlawful For Any Person Or Entity To Sell Or Transfer Products Derived From Any Cannabis Plant To Individuals In The State Of Mississippi, With Certain Exceptions; To Provide Penalties For A Person Or Business Entity That Unlawfully Sells Cannabis-derived Products; To Create New Code Sections To Require Every Manufacturer Of A Consumable Hemp Product That Is Sold For Retail Sale In Mississippi To Execute And Deliver To The Department Of Revenue A Certification Form That Separately Lists Each Brand Name, Category, Product Name And Flavor For Each Consumable Hemp Product That Is Sold In Mississippi; To Direct The Department Of Revenue To Maintain And Make Publicly Available On Its Official Website A Directory That Lists All Consumable Hemp Product Manufacturers, Brand Names, Categories, Product Names And Flavors For Which Certification Forms Have Been Submitted And Approved By The Department Of Revenue, And To Update The Directory At Least Monthly To Ensure Accuracy; To Provide That Consumable Hemp Products Not Listed In The Directory And Intended For Retail Sale In Mississippi Shall Be Subject To Seizure, Forfeiture And Destruction, And May Not Be Purchased Or Sold For Retail Sale In Mississippi; To Provide A Penalty For The Retail Sale Of Consumable Hemp Products Not Included In The Directory And To Direct That Such Penalties Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Require That Consumable Hemp Products May Not Be Sold Or Offered For Sale Unless Certain Clearly Visible Notice Is Posted At The Location Where The Consumable Hemp Product Is Available For Purchase; To Provide Fines For Selling Or Offering To Sale Consumable Hemp Products Without Such Notice And To Direct That Such Fines Shall Be Deposited Into The State General Fund; To Amend Sections 67-3-1, 67-3-3, 67-3-5, 67-3-7, 67-3-9, 67-3-13, 67-3-15, 67-3-17, 67-3-19, 67-3-22, 67-3-25, 67-3-27, 67-3-28, 67-3-29, 67-3-41, 67-3-45, 67-3-46, 67-3-48, 67-3-48.1, 67-3-49, 67-3-51, 67-3-52, 67-3-53, 67-3-54, 67-3-55, 67-3-57, 67-3-59, 67-3-61, 67-3-63, 67-3-65, 67-3-67, 67-3-69, 67-3-70, 67-3-73, 67-3-74, 67-1-5, 67-1-18, 67-1-51, 67-1-51.1, 67-1-72, 67-7-3, 67-7-5, 67-7-7, 67-7-9, 67-7-11, 67-9-1, 27-65-241, 27-71-301, 27-71-303, 27-71-307, 27-71-311, 27-71-315, 27-71-317, 27-71-325, 27-71-327, 27-71-333, 27-71-335, 27-71-345, 27-71-349, 27-71-509, 45-9-101 And 97-5-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Legalize The Manufacture And Sale Of Hemp Beverages, To Be Regulated In The Same Manner As Beer, Light Wine And Light Spirit Products, Collectively To Be Referred To As "light Intoxicating Beverages"; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Kevin Blackwell (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: Died On Calendar
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KS bill #HB2314 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Directing the secretary for aging and disability services to expand and establish peer support specialist certifications and the secretary for health and environment to pursue a medicaid code for telehealth services provided by peer support specialists.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the secretary for aging and disability services to expand and formalize peer support specialist certification programs in Kansas, establishing clear guidelines for training and service delivery. The bill creates two levels of peer support specialists with specific limitations on billable hours and training sessions, and requires criminal background checks for all certification applicants. Additionally, the bill authorizes peer support specialists to provide services via telehealth and mandates that the secretary of health and environment pursue a Medicaid code for these telehealth services. Peer support specialists, who are typically individuals with lived experience of mental health or disability challenges, will be allowed to provide up to 300 service hours per year per person, with the possibility of additional hours if approved by a managed care organization. The certification process will involve background investigations, and supervision of peer support specialists can be performed by non-licensed professionals. The bill also amends existing state statutes to incorporate these new certification requirements and telehealth provisions, aiming to expand mental health support services and increase access to peer-based care in Kansas.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning healthcare; relating to secretary for disability and aging services; establishing peer support specialist certification standards; requiring a background check for certification; directing the secretary for health and environment to pursue a medicaid code for telehealth services provided by peer support specialists; authorizing the secretary for aging and disability services to adopt rules and regulations; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 22-4715 and repealing the existing section.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Thursday, February 13, 2025, 3:30 PM Room 152-S - CANCELED
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VT bill #H0214 • Last Action 02/13/2025
An act relating to establishing the Safe Harbor Award Program for expenses related to reproductive and gender-affirming health care services
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Safe Harbor Award Program to provide financial assistance to Vermont residents and out-of-state residents receiving reproductive or gender-affirming health care services in Vermont. The program will create a special fund administered by a five-member board chaired by the State Treasurer, which can receive public and private funding to provide monetary awards that cover "collateral costs" such as travel, lodging, and meals associated with obtaining these health care services. The program prioritizes assistance for patients with the greatest financial need and those from areas with limited healthcare access. Importantly, the bill mandates that the award process will not collect or retain any patient-identifying information, protecting patient privacy. The fund can collaborate with other governmental entities and states to support these efforts, and the Treasurer will provide an annual financial report that does not reveal specific details about healthcare providers or organizations receiving awards. The program aims to reduce financial barriers to accessing reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare services by providing direct financial support to healthcare providers and nonprofit organizations serving patients. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish the Safe Harbor Award Program to provide monetary awards to cover certain costs, such as travel, lodging, and meals, incurred by Vermont residents and out-of-state residents who are receiving reproductive or gender-affirming health care services in Vermont.
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• Introduced: 02/13/2025
• Added: 02/14/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tiff Bluemle (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/13/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Health Care
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KS bill #SB120 • Last Action 02/13/2025
Enacting the municipal employee whistleblower act to provide statutory protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Kansas Municipal Employee Whistleblower Act, which provides legal protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful, dangerous, or improper conduct. The act defines key terms such as "auditing agency" (which includes legislative auditors, state and federal oversight agencies, and the inspector general) and "disciplinary action" (including dismissal, demotion, suspension, and other punitive measures). The bill prohibits municipal supervisors from taking disciplinary action against employees who discuss municipal operations with legislators or auditing agencies, report violations of laws or ordinances, disclose misappropriation of funds, or reveal substantial dangers to public health and safety. Employees are protected even if they did not first notify their supervisor before making such reports. The act does not allow employees to leave work without following proper procedures, represent personal opinions as official municipal statements, or disclose knowingly false information or confidential legal information. Employees who believe they have been improperly disciplined can file a lawsuit within 90 days, and the court may award damages, attorney fees, and other relief. Additionally, municipalities are required to prominently post a copy of the act where employees can easily see it. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning municipalities; enacting the Kansas municipal employee whistleblower act; establishing legal protections for certain municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Tim Shallenburger (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: Senate Hearing: Thursday, February 13, 2025, 9:30 AM Room 142-S
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NY bill #S04726 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Requires agencies and public employers to provide notice and a review period to employees whose personnel records have been provided pursuant to the state's freedom of information law.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the New York Public Officers Law to require government agencies and public employers to provide more transparency and employee protections when personnel records are requested under the state's freedom of information law. Specifically, agencies must now send written notification to an employee when a request for their personnel records has been approved, detailing exactly which documents have been requested, provided, or are set to be made public. Additionally, upon receiving this official notification, the employee must be given the opportunity to inspect their own personnel file or any documents referencing them that are part of the information request. The bill ensures that this new notification requirement does not limit existing rights employees may have to inspect their personnel files through collective bargaining agreements or other legal provisions. The changes will take effect 30 days after the bill becomes law, providing a clear process to protect employee privacy and ensure they are informed when their personnel records are being shared.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the public officers law, in relation to requests for employee personnel records
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Robert Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
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VT bill #H0210 • Last Action 02/12/2025
An act relating to an age-appropriate design code
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Vermont Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, which creates comprehensive privacy and safety regulations for online services that minors are likely to access. The legislation requires covered businesses to implement high privacy settings by default, protect minors' personal data, and avoid design practices that could cause emotional distress or compulsive use. Key provisions include mandating the highest level of privacy settings for minors' social media accounts, preventing unauthorized sharing of minors' information, and restricting how companies can use algorithmic recommendations and personal data for users under 18. The bill defines numerous terms related to data privacy, such as "personal data," "sensitive data," and "age assurance," and establishes that businesses have a minimum duty of care to protect minors online. Companies must provide transparent information about their data practices, cannot collect unnecessary personal data, and are prohibited from using minors' data for targeted recommendations without explicit consent. The Attorney General will have enforcement power, and businesses found in violation will be considered to have committed an unfair and deceptive act. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements, and aims to create a safer online environment for young users while preserving their rights and freedoms.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to require that any covered business that develops and provides online services, products, or features that children are reasonably likely to access must not use abusive or privacy-invasive design features on children.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 53 : Monique Priestley (D)*, Michael Marcotte (R), Angela Arsenault (D), Sarita Austin (D), Daisy Berbeco (D), Michelle Bos-Lun (D), David Bosch (R), Michael Boutin (R), Lucy Boyden (D), Jana Brown (D), Mollie Burke (D), Elizabeth Burrows (D), Scott Campbell (D), Emily Carris-Duncan (D), Conor Casey (D), Ela Chapin (D), Brian Cina (D), Esme Cole (D), Mari Cordes (D), Anne Donahue (I), Abbey Duke (D), Zon Eastes (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Edye Graning (D), William Greer (D), Leanne Harple (D), Troy Headrick (D), Rebecca Holcombe (D), Emilie Krasnow (D), Kate Lalley (D), Jed Lipsky (I), Jim Masland (D), Kate McCann (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Anthony Micklus (R), Marc Mihaly (D), Brian Minier (D), Mike Mrowicki (D), Kate Nugent (D), John O'Brien (D), Carol Ode (D), Herb Olson (D), Gayle Pezzo (D), Phil Pouech (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Larry Satcowitz (D), Laura Sibilia (I), Tom Stevens (D), Heather Surprenant (D), Chloe Tomlinson (D), Dara Torre (D), Edward Waszazak (D), Kirk White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development
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NM bill #HB391 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Office Of Child Ombud Act
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Office of Child Ombud in New Mexico, creating an independent entity administratively attached to the administrative office of the courts to oversee and investigate child welfare services. The office will be led by a state child ombud appointed for a six-year term by the governor, based on nominations from a nine-member selection committee with diverse representation. The ombud will have broad powers to review child protective services, including operating a toll-free hotline, investigating complaints, accessing records, and subpoenaing witnesses in cases involving child fatalities or near-fatalities. The office is required to produce an annual report detailing various child welfare metrics, disaggregated by demographic categories, and will maintain a public website with quarterly updates. Key provisions include mandatory training for staff in child protection laws and investigative techniques, strict conflict of interest guidelines, and comprehensive confidentiality protections for case records. The bill also amends existing confidentiality statutes to allow the new office access to certain previously restricted records. To support this new initiative, the bill includes a $1 million appropriation for establishing the office, with an effective date of July 1, 2025, signaling a commitment to improving child welfare oversight and accountability in New Mexico.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO FAMILIES; ENACTING THE OFFICE OF CHILD OMBUD ACT; PROVIDING FOR THE STATE CHILD OMBUD; CREATING THE OFFICE OF CHILD OMBUD AND ESTABLISHING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THAT OFFICE; PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE STATE CHILD OMBUD SELECTION COMMITTEE; AMENDING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NMSA 1978; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Gail Armstrong (R)*, Jenifer Jones (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Sent to HHHC - Referrals: HHHC/HAFC
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WV bill #SB212 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Creating Critical Incident Review Team
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a Critical Incident Review Team (CIRT) within the Department of Human Services to systematically review and analyze child deaths and near-deaths involving children who have had contact with the department. The team will consist of key officials from various state agencies, including representatives from social services, the foster care ombudsman, and the state Supreme Court, who will serve without additional compensation. The CIRT's primary responsibilities include reviewing deaths and near-deaths of children in or known to the department's custody, documenting trends and risk factors, providing statistical analysis, and establishing protocols for confidential reviews. The team will be required to submit an annual report to the Legislative Oversight Commission on Health and Human Resources starting December 1, 2025, detailing their findings and recommendations for reducing child deaths. The bill grants the CIRT broad access to various types of records, including medical, dental, mental health, and substance abuse records, with the cooperation of state and local government agencies. Importantly, the bill emphasizes confidentiality, protecting the team's proceedings, records, and opinions from being used in civil or criminal proceedings, while still allowing the team to share anonymized data with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for research purposes. The goal is to create a comprehensive, systematic approach to understanding and preventing child fatalities in West Virginia.
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Bill Summary: The purpose of this bill is to codify the Critical Incident Review Team, to set forth its responsibilities, provide access to information and to set forth confidentiality provisions.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Mike Woelfel (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: To Health and Human Resources
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RI bill #H5457 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Requires a member of the public to pay any outstanding balances due and owing for previous requests before being provided copies of records and documents on a new request from law enforcement agencies.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the existing law regarding public records access by increasing the maximum hourly charge for document search and retrieval from $15 to $25, while maintaining the provision that the first hour of search is free. The key modification is the addition of a new subsection that requires individuals requesting public documents to first settle any outstanding balances from previous records requests before a new request can be processed. The bill aims to manage the costs and administrative burden of public records requests for government agencies by ensuring requesters are current on their previous fee obligations. The maximum per-page copying cost remains unchanged at fifteen cents for documents on standard business or legal-size paper, and the law continues to allow public bodies to charge only reasonable actual costs for electronic records or retrieval fees. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, providing law enforcement agencies with a mechanism to require full payment of prior request fees before processing new document requests.
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Bill Summary: This act would allow a reasonable charge not to exceed twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to be charged for the search or retrieval of documents. This act would also require a member of the public to pay any outstanding balances due and owing for previous requests before being provided copies of records and documents on a new request from law enforcement agencies. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : Samuel Azzinaro (D)*, Alex Finkelman (D), Deb Fellela (D), Pat Serpa (D), Joseph McNamara (D), Brian Kennedy (D), Raymond Hull (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections
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SC bill #H3216 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Mandatory recording of public school instruction
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all K-12 public schools in South Carolina to record all classroom instruction, including lectures, discussions, and other instructional activities, both in-person and virtual, using both video and audio recording. Schools must provide and maintain recording equipment, secure storage, and notify students and guardians about recordings, obtaining explicit written consent from students over 18 and parents/guardians for students under 18. Recordings must be kept for five years and made publicly accessible under the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), with privacy protections such as blurring faces and removing personal identifiers. The State Department of Education will oversee compliance, provide guidance, and establish regulations. Schools must submit annual reports detailing their compliance and promptly report any recording or storage interruptions. Penalties may be imposed for non-compliance, and the commercial use of these recordings is strictly prohibited, with potential misdemeanor charges and fines for violations. The bill aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and parental engagement in public education while also protecting student and educator privacy. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 59-1-485 So As To Provide All K-12 Public Schools Shall Record All Classroom Instruction, To Provide For The Retention And Disclosure Of Recordings, To Provide Consent And Privacy Requirements, To Provide Related Requirements Of The State Department Of Education, To Provide Reporting Requirements Of Schools, And To Prohibit The Commercial Use Of Recordings, Among Other Things.
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• Introduced: 12/10/2024
• Added: 12/10/2024
• Session: 126th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Mike Burns (R)*, Sarita Edgerton (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 5
• Last Amended: 12/05/2024
• Last Action: Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Edgerton
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ME bill #LD259 • Last Action 02/12/2025
An Act to Establish the Criminal Records Review Commission in Statute
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Criminal Records Review Commission, a new statutory body designed to comprehensively review and improve how criminal history record information is handled in Maine. The commission will consist of a diverse 26-member group including state legislators, government commissioners, and representatives from various organizations focused on legal, civil rights, victims' advocacy, and criminal justice reform. Members will serve two-year terms, with legislative members serving during their elected terms. The commission's primary duties include reviewing laws, rules, and procedures related to criminal history record information, examining topics such as data collection, maintenance, dissemination, sealing criteria, public access, and record vacating. The commission will have the authority to submit proposed legislative changes at the start of each regular session and make recommendations to relevant state departments and judicial committees. Additionally, the commission may consult outside experts and seek external funding to support its work, with legislative members receiving per diem compensation and expense reimbursement. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, providing time for the commission's structure and initial membership to be established.
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Bill Summary: This bill implements a recommendation of the Criminal Records Review Committee established pursuant to Resolve 2023, chapter 103. The bill establishes the Criminal Records Review Commission. The commission members include Legislators, Executive Department commissioners or their designees and leaders and representatives from various organizations. The commission's duties include reviewing laws, rules and procedures pertaining to criminal history record information in this State. The commission may submit legislation to the Legislature at the start of each regular session and may also make recommendations to the Department of Public Safety, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court, the judicial branch's advisory committee on the Maine Rules of Unified Criminal Procedure and any other organization or committee whose affairs pertain to the use, maintenance or dissemination of criminal history record information. The commission may consult with outside experts in fields related to its duties and may seek funding to partially or fully fund its costs. Members who are Legislators are entitled to receive a legislative per diem and reimbursement of expenses.
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• Introduced: 01/23/2025
• Added: 01/24/2025
• Session: 132nd Legislature
• Sponsors: 3 : Rachel Talbot Ross (D)*, Mana Abdi (D), Donna Bailey (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/23/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (09:30:00 2/12/2025 State House, Room 438)
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VT bill #H0208 • Last Action 02/12/2025
An act relating to consumer data privacy and online surveillance
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes to establish the Vermont Data Privacy and Online Surveillance Act, a comprehensive law designed to protect consumers' personal data and provide them with greater control over how their information is collected, used, and shared online. The bill defines key terms like "personal data," "sensitive data," and "consumer" and establishes several important rights for Vermont residents, including the ability to confirm what data companies have collected about them, request corrections or deletions of their personal data, opt out of targeted advertising and data sales, and receive clear privacy notices. Companies (referred to as "controllers") must limit data collection, obtain meaningful consent, protect sensitive data, and avoid discriminatory practices. The law will apply to businesses that process data from a significant number of consumers or derive substantial revenue from data sales. The Attorney General will have exclusive enforcement authority, with a limited private right of action for consumers in certain circumstances. The bill also requires the Attorney General to develop public education programs about data privacy and conduct a study on the law's effectiveness. The law will be implemented in stages, with full implementation by July 1, 2026, and gradual expansion of its applicability to smaller businesses over subsequent years.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to provide data privacy and online surveillance protections to Vermonters.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 51 : Monique Priestley (D)*, Michael Marcotte (R), Angela Arsenault (D), Sarita Austin (D), Daisy Berbeco (D), Michelle Bos-Lun (D), David Bosch (R), Lucy Boyden (D), Jana Brown (D), Mollie Burke (D), Elizabeth Burrows (D), Scott Campbell (D), Emily Carris-Duncan (D), Conor Casey (D), Ela Chapin (D), Brian Cina (D), Esme Cole (D), Mari Cordes (D), Anne Donahue (I), Abbey Duke (D), Zon Eastes (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Edye Graning (D), William Greer (D), Leanne Harple (D), Troy Headrick (D), Rebecca Holcombe (D), Emilie Krasnow (D), Jed Lipsky (I), Jim Masland (D), Kate McCann (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Anthony Micklus (R), Marc Mihaly (D), Brian Minier (D), Mike Mrowicki (D), Kate Nugent (D), John O'Brien (D), Carol Ode (D), Herb Olson (D), Gayle Pezzo (D), Phil Pouech (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Larry Satcowitz (D), Laura Sibilia (I), Tom Stevens (D), Heather Surprenant (D), Chloe Tomlinson (D), Dara Torre (D), Edward Waszazak (D), Kirk White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development
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NM bill #HB307 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Internet Privacy & Safety Act
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill, known as the Internet Privacy and Safety Act, establishes comprehensive data privacy protections for consumers in New Mexico, with a particular focus on protecting minors and their personal information. The bill defines key terms and sets strict requirements for covered entities (online platforms and service providers) regarding the collection, processing, and use of personal data. Key provisions include mandating high-privacy default settings, especially for minors, prohibiting invasive data practices like profiling and targeted advertising without explicit consent, and giving consumers rights to access, correct, and delete their personal data. Covered entities must obtain opt-in consent for processing sensitive personal data, provide clear privacy information, and implement robust data security practices. The bill also establishes significant penalties for violations, with civil penalties ranging from $2,500 to $7,500 per affected consumer, depending on whether the violation is deemed negligent or intentional. Consumers are granted the right to sue for violations, and the state Department of Justice is tasked with creating implementation rules and providing annual reports comparing state and federal data privacy regulations. The legislation aims to protect consumer privacy, prevent discriminatory data practices, and provide transparency in how personal information is collected and used online.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT RELATING TO INTERNET SERVICES; ENACTING THE INTERNET PRIVACY AND SAFETY ACT; ESTABLISHING REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS; PROHIBITING CERTAIN USES OF CONSUMER DATA; PROVIDING RIGHTS TO CONSUMERS; ESTABLISHING LIMITATIONS ON PROCESSING OF CONSUMER DATA; PROHIBITING WAIVERS OF RIGHTS AND RETALIATORY DENIALS OF SERVICE; PROVIDING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF AND CIVIL PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR RULEMAKING.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 4 : Pamelya Herndon (D)*, Andrea Romero (D)*, Angelica Rubio (D), Liz Stefanics (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/05/2025
• Last Action: House Commerce & Economic Development Committee (13:30:00 2/12/2025 Room 317)
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MI bill #SB0078 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Criminal procedure: expunction; procedures and eligibility for the expungement of certain records; provide for. Amends secs. 1b, 1c, 1d, 2 & 3 of 1965 PA 213 (MCL 780.621b et seq.) & adds sec. 1j & repeals sec. 4 of 1965 PA 213 (MCL 780.624).
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Michigan's law regarding expungement (setting aside) of criminal convictions, introducing several key changes. It creates a new pathway for individuals who committed felonies before turning 18 to have certain convictions set aside, even for offenses previously ineligible for expungement. Under this new section 1j, applicants must meet specific criteria, including being at least 15 years past release from incarceration, having no subsequent criminal convictions, demonstrating good character, and showing they are not a safety risk. The application process requires extensive documentation, including a resume, reference letters, academic credentials, and community involvement evidence, along with a $150 filing fee. The bill also clarifies how multiple convictions occurring within 24 hours of each other can be treated as a single conviction for expungement purposes, modifies waiting periods for different types of convictions, and specifies that some convictions (like certain sexual offenses) remain permanently ineligible for expungement. Additionally, the bill repeals a previous section of the law and provides guidelines for how expunged records can be retained and used by government agencies, emphasizing that expungement is a privilege, not a right, and does not completely erase the conviction's existence for all legal purposes.
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Bill Summary: A bill to amend 1965 PA 213, entitled"An act to provide for setting aside the conviction in certain criminal cases; to provide for the effect of such action; to provide for the retention of certain nonpublic records and their use; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain public agencies and officers; and to prescribe penalties,"by amending sections 1b, 1c, 1d, 2, and 3 (MCL 780.621b, 780.621c, 780.621d, 780.622, and 780.623), section 1b as added by 2020 PA 188, section 1c as amended by 2021 PA 79, section 1d as amended by 2021 PA 82, and sections 2 and 3 as amended by 2020 PA 193, and by adding section 1j; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 103rd Legislature
• Sponsors: 5 : Sylvia Santana (D)*, Stephanie Chang (D), Rosemary Bayer (D), Jeff Irwin (D), Ed McBroom (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety
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NE bill #LB309 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Adopt the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act, creating a comprehensive framework for the collection and recycling of portable and medium-format batteries in Nebraska. The legislation requires battery producers to join a battery stewardship organization that must develop and implement a detailed plan approved by the Department of Environment and Energy, with the primary goal of establishing a statewide battery collection and recycling system. Starting January 1, 2028, producers must be part of a battery stewardship organization, and batteries must be marked with producer identification and chemistry information. The bill mandates the creation of a robust collection network, requiring at least one permanent collection site within a fifteen-mile radius for 95% of state residents and collection sites or events across counties. Battery stewardship organizations must develop extensive educational and outreach programs, provide free battery collection, and submit annual reports detailing their collection, recycling, and financial activities. The legislation also prohibits disposing of covered batteries in landfills or with regular waste, imposes civil penalties for non-compliance, and establishes a Battery Stewardship Cash Fund to support the program's implementation. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for ongoing evaluation of battery collection and recycling practices, with the department required to review studies from other states and report recommendations to the Legislature.
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Bill Summary: A BILL FOR AN ACT relating to batteries; to adopt the Safe Battery Collection and Recycling Act; to provide penalties; and to create a fund.
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• Introduced: 01/15/2025
• Added: 01/16/2025
• Session: 109th Legislature
• Sponsors: 1 : Jana Hughes (NP)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/15/2025
• Last Action: Hearing (13:30:00 2/12/2025 Room 1023)
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CA bill #AB541 • Last Action 02/12/2025
California Public Records Act.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill is a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing enforcement of the California Public Records Act (CPRA), which currently requires state and local government agencies to make their records available for public inspection, with certain exemptions. While the bill does not specify detailed mechanisms for enforcement, it explicitly states the Legislature's intent to develop legislation that would strengthen the implementation and compliance of the CPRA. The CPRA is a transparency law that allows citizens to request and access government records, promoting open governance and accountability. By signaling an intent to improve enforcement, the bill suggests a commitment to making government information more accessible and ensuring that agencies consistently comply with public records disclosure requirements.
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Bill Summary: An act relating to public records.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Carl DeMaio (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: From printer. May be heard in committee March 14.
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VT bill #H0204 • Last Action 02/12/2025
An act relating to the collection and recycling of waste motor vehicle tires
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive waste motor vehicle tire collection and recycling program in Vermont that will require manufacturers to create and implement waste tire stewardship plans starting in 2027. The legislation defines key terms like "motor vehicle tire," "waste tire," and "manufacturer," and requires that manufacturers either individually or through a waste tire stewardship organization submit a plan to the Secretary of Natural Resources for collecting and managing waste tires. Key provisions include mandating free collection of waste tires from covered entities, establishing collection locations in each county, setting a collection rate goal of 50 percent in the first year, and requiring that at least 50 percent of collected tires be recycled or reused. Manufacturers must pay an annual $15,000 fee and submit annual reports detailing their collection efforts. The bill also includes penalties for manufacturers who fail to meet collection goals, with fines ranging from $0.50 to $1.00 per tire based on performance. Retailers will be prohibited from selling motor vehicle tires from manufacturers not participating in an approved stewardship plan, and the legislation provides mechanisms for reimbursement between manufacturers and waste tire stewardship organizations for tire collection costs. The overall goal is to create an environmentally responsible system for managing and disposing of waste motor vehicle tires in Vermont.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to establish an extended producer responsibility program for waste motor vehicle tires.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Chris Taylor (R)*, Leanne Harple (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Environment
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RI bill #H5132 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Prohibits psychological abuse in the workplace by employers or co-workers, ensuring a safe environment for employees, provides protection, civil remedies, and penalties for employers based on revenue.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Workplace Psychological Safety Act, which aims to protect employees from psychological abuse in the workplace by creating comprehensive legal protections and employer responsibilities. The bill defines psychological abuse as mentally provocative harassment that hurts, weakens, confuses, or frightens an employee, and creates a framework for addressing toxic work environments. It requires employers to develop and implement internal policies to prevent psychological abuse, including mandatory training for managers, establishing reporting procedures, and posting employees' rights. The legislation provides employees with multiple avenues for reporting abuse, including filing complaints with the Department of Labor and Training or through judicial channels, and offers robust remedies such as economic damages, reinstatement, mandatory training for offenders, and potential punitive damages. Importantly, the bill prohibits retaliation against employees who report psychological abuse and applies to all employees across different job types. The law also explicitly protects workers' rights under other existing labor and civil rights laws, ensuring that this legislation complements rather than replaces existing protections. Employees have up to three years to file a complaint, and employers can limit their liability by demonstrating they took reasonable steps to prevent and address psychological abuse.
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Bill Summary: This act would prohibit any type of psychological abuse in the workplace inflicted by an employer upon an employee or by a co-employee upon an employee that results in the violation of an employee's right to a physically and psychologically safe work environment. This act would also provide an employee subject to bullying, psychological abuse, psychological injury and/or physical injury with protections in the workplace and civil remedies against perpetrators of any prohibited activity. This act would further assess civil penalties upon employers violating the act based upon the gross amount of revenues earned by employers in addition to civil liability for damages sustained by the employee as well as civil and criminal liability for any such conduct of a co-employee. This act would take effect upon passage.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 7 : John Lombardi (D)*, Raymond Hull (D), Edith Ajello (D), Brandon Potter (D), Jennifer Stewart (D), Brandon Voas (D), Leo Felix (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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HI bill #SB953 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Relating To Hospitals.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the State's Hospital Price Transparency Act, which introduces several key provisions to improve healthcare pricing transparency and protect patients from unfair debt collection practices. The bill requires hospitals to publicly post their Medicare reimbursement rates by October 1, 2025, and prohibits hospitals from initiating debt collection actions against patients if the hospital is not in material compliance with federal hospital price transparency laws. Patients or patient guarantors are granted the right to file lawsuits to challenge debt collection if they believe the hospital was not following transparency requirements. If a court finds a hospital materially non-compliant, the hospital must refund the patient's paid debt, pay an additional penalty equal to the debt amount, dismiss any related court actions, remove any credit reporting related to the debt, and notify the Department of Health. The Department of Health is mandated to conduct annual performance assessments of hospitals' adherence to transparency rules, create a public list of poorly performing hospitals by February 1, 2026, and provide technical assistance to improve compliance. Violations of the transparency requirements are considered unfair and deceptive business practices. Critical access hospitals will be subject to these rules starting February 15, 2025. The bill aims to increase healthcare pricing clarity and protect patients from potentially improper billing and collection practices.
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Bill Summary: Establishes the State's Hospital Price Transparency Act. Prohibits hospitals from taking certain debt collection actions against a patient if the hospital is not in compliance with hospital price transparency laws. Allows patients and patient guarantors to file suit against hospitals in violation. Requires hospitals to make public and post their Medicare reimbursement rates no later than 10/1/25 and deems violations as an unfair and deceptive act or practice. Requires the Department of Health to conduct performance assessments of hospitals for adherence to federal transparency rules annually and make a list of hospitals with poor performance available on its website no later than 2/1/2026. Requires the Department of Health to adopt rules.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Joy San Buenaventura (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Kurt Fevella (R)*, Michelle Kidani (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*, Sharon Moriwaki (D)*, Karl Rhoads (D)*, Tim Richards (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: The committee on CPN deferred the measure.
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OK bill #SB423 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Medical records; eliminating certain health care provider duties; authorizing certain fee; providing certain penalties and remedies. Effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Oklahoma's medical records law by modifying several key provisions related to accessing and reproducing medical records. The bill updates who can request medical records, expands the definition of requestors to include personal representatives, and allows healthcare providers to charge a reasonable, cost-based fee for record copies, specifically limiting fees to expenses outlined in federal regulations (42 C.F.R., Section 164.524(c)(4)). The legislation maintains existing fee structures for attorneys and insurance companies, with a $20 base fee for record requests, and introduces new provisions making it unlawful to transmit or use a person's medical information for purposes other than treatment, payment, or healthcare operations without authorization. Violations can result in professional penalties, including potential license revocation, and criminal misdemeanor charges with fines up to $1,000. Healthcare providers are also granted the ability to seek court injunctions if they believe unauthorized disclosure of medical records is occurring or imminent. The bill continues to exempt psychological, psychiatric, mental health, and substance abuse treatment records from standard access provisions, and maintains existing protections for medical records of correctional institution inmates. The law is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to medical records; amending 76 O.S. 2021, Section 19, which relates to access to medical records; modifying applicability of certain provisions; eliminating certain duties of health care providers; authorizing imposition of certain fee; making certain acts unlawful; creating misdemeanor offense; providing administrative and criminal penalties; providing for civil relief; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Dave Rader (R)*, Chad Caldwell (R)*
• Versions: 6 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Placed on General Order
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MD bill #HB547 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Hospitals - Price Transparency - Requirements and Fund
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires hospitals in Maryland to comply with federal price transparency laws by maintaining and publicly displaying a comprehensive list of standard charges for their shoppable services (medical procedures that can be scheduled in advance). From October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2029, hospitals must list at least 400 shoppable services, and after October 1, 2029, they must list at least 500 shoppable services. The lists must be published in a machine-readable format and in plain language. The bill prohibits hospitals from selling or using personal data collected through their online price estimator tools for targeted advertising. If a hospital fails to comply, the Secretary of Health will issue a notice of violation requiring a corrective action plan, and may impose administrative penalties ranging from $300 to $5,500 depending on the hospital's size. The penalties will be deposited into a new Hospital Price Transparency Fund, which will be used to administer and enforce these requirements. The Secretary is also required to create a public list of non-compliant hospitals, monitor hospital compliance, and conduct a public awareness campaign to inform consumers about hospital price information and their rights.
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Bill Summary: Requiring hospitals in the State to comply with a certain federal price transparency law; requiring hospitals to maintain and make available a list of standard charges for the hospital's shoppable services; prohibiting hospitals from selling certain personal data; requiring the Secretary of Health to perform certain hospital monitoring duties; requiring hospitals who violate certain provisions of the Act to submit corrective action plans; etc.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Robin Grammer (R)*, Lauren Arikan (R), Brian Chisholm (R), Mark Fisher (R), Matt Morgan (R), Ryan Nawrocki (R), Kathy Szeliga (R), William Valentine (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: House Health and Government Operations Hearing (13:00:00 2/12/2025 )
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VT bill #H0211 • Last Action 02/12/2025
An act relating to data brokers and personal information
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes comprehensive updates to Vermont's data privacy laws, focusing on protecting consumers' personal information by establishing new requirements for data brokers. The bill introduces several key provisions, including mandating annual registration of data brokers with the Secretary of State, requiring detailed reporting about data collection practices, and creating an accessible deletion mechanism that allows consumers to request the removal of their personal information. Data brokers will be required to provide notice of security breaches within 45 days, notify the Attorney General about breaches, and implement reasonable security procedures to protect consumer data. The bill also expands definitions of personal information to include biometric data, precise geolocation, and other sensitive categories, and establishes a new Data Brokers Registry Fund to support implementation and enforcement. Starting in 2028, data brokers must access a centralized deletion mechanism at least every 45 days to process consumer deletion requests, and they must undergo periodic independent audits to ensure compliance. Penalties for non-compliance range from $200 to $25,000 per violation, with the goal of providing consumers more control over their personal information and holding data brokers accountable for responsible data management.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to add various provisions to Vermont’s laws that protect the personal information of its residents, including requiring data brokers to provide notice of security breaches, to certify that the personal information it discloses will be used for a legitimate purpose, and to delete the personal information of consumers who make such a request through the use of an accessible deletion mechanism.
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• Introduced: 02/12/2025
• Added: 02/13/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 53 : Monique Priestley (D)*, Michael Marcotte (R), Angela Arsenault (D), Sarita Austin (D), Daisy Berbeco (D), Michelle Bos-Lun (D), David Bosch (R), Michael Boutin (R), Lucy Boyden (D), Jana Brown (D), Mollie Burke (D), Elizabeth Burrows (D), Scott Campbell (D), Emily Carris-Duncan (D), Conor Casey (D), Ela Chapin (D), Brian Cina (D), Esme Cole (D), Mari Cordes (D), Anne Donahue (I), Abbey Duke (D), Zon Eastes (D), Leslie Goldman (D), Edye Graning (D), William Greer (D), Leanne Harple (D), Troy Headrick (D), Rebecca Holcombe (D), Emilie Krasnow (D), Kate Lalley (D), Jed Lipsky (I), Jim Masland (D), Kate McCann (D), Jubilee McGill (D), Anthony Micklus (R), Marc Mihaly (D), Brian Minier (D), Mike Mrowicki (D), Kate Nugent (D), John O'Brien (D), Carol Ode (D), Herb Olson (D), Gayle Pezzo (D), Phil Pouech (D), Barbara Rachelson (D), Larry Satcowitz (D), Laura Sibilia (I), Tom Stevens (D), Heather Surprenant (D), Chloe Tomlinson (D), Dara Torre (D), Edward Waszazak (D), Kirk White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/12/2025
• Last Action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development
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WA bill #HB1748 • Last Action 02/12/2025
Conducting a study of credit history, credit-based insurance scores, and other rate factors in making rates for personal insurance.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill directs the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner to conduct a comprehensive study examining how insurers use credit history, credit-based insurance scores, and other rating factors when determining personal insurance premiums, rates, and coverage eligibility. The study aims to understand whether these practices disparately impact Washington residents across different races, ethnicities, sexes, socioeconomic statuses, and national origins. The insurance commissioner will be required to collect data from insurance entities, contract with actuaries and consultants to analyze current rating practices, identify alternative rating factors that do not create disparate impacts, and evaluate the potential effects of different rating approaches on consumer costs and insurance availability. The commissioner must submit a preliminary report to legislative policy committees by December 31, 2025, and a final report by September 15, 2026, which will include policy recommendations about potentially allowing, prohibiting, or conditionally using credit history and other rating factors in personal insurance. The bill ensures the confidentiality of individual company data while allowing aggregate, anonymized findings to be publicly available, and the study provisions will expire on December 31, 2033.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to conducting a study of credit history, credit- 2 based insurance scores, and other rate factors that may disparately 3 impact Washington residents, in making rates for personal insurance; 4 creating a new section; and providing an expiration date. 5
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• Introduced: 01/29/2025
• Added: 01/30/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 21 : Osman Salahuddin (D)*, Nicole Macri (D), Jamila Taylor (D), Brianna Thomas (D), Natasha Hill (D), Darya Farivar (D), April Berg (D), Tarra Simmons (D), Janice Zahn (D), Chipalo Street (D), Shelley Kloba (D), Edwin Obras (D), Julia Reed (D), Mia Gregerson (D), Timm Ormsby (D), Liz Berry (D), Lisa Parshley (D), My-Linh Thai (D), Greg Nance (D), Shaun Scott (D), Gerry Pollet (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business Public Hearing (13:30:00 2/12/2025 House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business)
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VA bill #HB1952 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Voter registration; lists of registered voters and persons voting, publication of costs.
Status: Crossed Over
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends existing Virginia election law to require the Department of Elections to publish on its website the costs associated with purchasing two specific types of voter-related lists: lists of registered voters (under Section 24.2-405) and lists of persons who voted in recent elections (under Section 24.2-406). Currently, the Department of Elections provides these lists at a "reasonable price" to various entities such as political candidates, political parties, political action committees, incumbent officeholders, and nonprofit organizations promoting voter participation. The new provision simply mandates transparent pricing by requiring the department to publicly display the costs of these lists on its website. This transparency measure will allow interested parties to easily understand the pricing for accessing voter information lists, which can be used for purposes like campaign outreach, voter engagement, and constituent communication. The bill does not change the existing restrictions on list usage, such as prohibitions on publishing voter information online or sharing lists with unauthorized third parties.
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Bill Summary: Voter registration; lists of registered voters and persons voting; publication of costs. Requires the Department of Elections to publish on its website the cost of purchasing lists of registered voters and lists of persons voting at elections.
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• Introduced: 01/07/2025
• Added: 01/13/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Howard Wachsmann (R)*, Ian Lovejoy (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 4 • Actions: 15
• Last Amended: 01/06/2025
• Last Action: Passed by indefinitely in Privileges and Elections (8-Y 7-N)
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IL bill #SB2384 • Last Action 02/11/2025
RESTORES PRE-P.A. 101-652
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: Here is a summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill aims to restore certain statutes to their form before amendments made by Public Acts 101-652, 102-28, and 102-1104. The bill makes several significant changes across multiple areas of law, with a primary focus on bail and pretrial release procedures. Key provisions include: 1. Repealing several acts and sections of law, including the Statewide Use of Force Standardization Act, the No Representation Without Population Act, and the Reporting of Deaths in Custody Act. 2. Modifying laws related to arrest records and criminal history information, including changes to how bail and bail bond information is recorded and reported. 3. Introducing comprehensive new provisions for bail and pretrial release, including: - Establishing more detailed criteria for setting bail - Creating new procedures for determining bail amounts - Providing guidelines for when bail can be denied - Establishing a drug testing program for defendants - Defining conditions for release and bail bond security 4. Adding new sections to the Code of Criminal Procedure related to peace bonds and procedures for handling potential threats. 5. Making technical changes to various laws affecting law enforcement, criminal justice, and victim rights, such as modifications to the Rights of Crime Victims and Witnesses Act. The bill appears to be a comprehensive effort to revise and clarify legal procedures, with a particular emphasis on bail, pretrial release, and related criminal justice processes.
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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: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Neil Anderson (R)*, Dave Syverson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Dave Syverson
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OK bill #HB1979 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Children; Early Childhood Task Force; membership; election; reports; compensation or reimbursement; expenses; Oklahoma Open Records Act; Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; advice; vision statement; mission; principles; codification; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Early Childhood Task Force, a 17-member group designed to study and improve early childhood services in Oklahoma. The task force will include representatives from various state agencies, organizations, and stakeholders, such as the Secretaries of Human Services, Health, Commerce, and Education, as well as representatives from business, child care associations, advocacy groups, and parents. The group will elect a chair and vice-chair and may have an honorary chair in a ceremonial role. The task force is charged with conducting a comprehensive analysis of the current early childhood service delivery system, including reviewing existing programs, funding streams, and potential areas for improvement. They will engage stakeholders, synthesize feedback, and draft recommendations for a new governance structure for early childhood programs. The task force is guided by principles that prioritize child and family well-being, equity, and accessibility of services, with a focus on children aged zero to five. They are required to submit initial and final reports by November 2025 and will operate under the Oklahoma Open Records and Open Meeting Acts. Members will serve voluntarily, with state agency employees potentially claiming certain expenses. The bill emphasizes creating a more efficient, coordinated approach to early childhood services that centers on family needs and improving outcomes for children across Oklahoma.
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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: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Trish Ranson (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: House Committee HB1979 SUBAMD1 TRISH RANSON-CMA - HB1979 SUBAMD1 TRISH RANSON-CMA
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HI bill #SB786 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Relating To Government Records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to improve accessibility of government records for individuals with disabilities by requiring all government records to be made available in disability-accessible formats starting January 1, 2027. The legislation mandates that the Governor, Chief Justice, and mayors of each county designate at least one agency within their respective government units as a "converting agency" responsible for transforming government records into accessible formats upon request. The bill establishes a detailed process where an initiating agency must retrieve the requested record, file a conversion request with the converting agency, and then provide the converted document to the requester. The converting agencies are allowed to consult with the Disability Communications Access Board and must accurately convert records in a timely manner. The bill defines key terms like "disability-accessible format" as communication methods that provide equally effective access to information for individuals with disabilities, including support for assistive technology. Additionally, the legislation appropriates funds for the executive branch, judiciary, and each county to procure necessary equipment, provide training, and establish half-time equivalent positions to implement these requirements. The bill extends response times for record requests by five business days when converting to accessible formats, with an exception for board meeting records, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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Bill Summary: Beginning 1/1/2027, requires all government records required to be open to public inspection under the Uniform Information Practices Act to be made available in a disability-accessible format upon request. Requires the Governor, Chief Justice, and Mayor of each county to designate at least one agency within their respective government unit as a converting agency responsible for converting government records into a disability-accessible format. Establishes the process by which government records shall be converted into disability-accessible format upon request. Allows the converting agencies to consult with the Disability Communications Access Board. Requires the Office of Information Practices, Judiciary, and each county to adopt rules, regulations, or ordinances, including a provision that extends the time within which an agency must respond to requests for government records by 5 business days for records in disability-accessible formats, with exceptions for records pertaining to board meetings. Appropriates funds.
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• Introduced: 01/17/2025
• Added: 01/18/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 3 : Karl Rhoads (D)*, Stanley Chang (D)*, Carol Fukunaga (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 11
• Last Amended: 01/17/2025
• Last Action: The committee on GVO deferred the measure.
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AZ bill #HB2778 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Luxury tax; nicotine; vapor; products
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces a comprehensive framework for taxing and regulating nicotine products and vapor products in Arizona, similar to existing regulations for tobacco products. The bill defines nicotine products and vapor products, imposes a 50% luxury tax on their wholesale price, and requires distributors to obtain licenses for selling these products. It mandates recordkeeping, reporting, and tax payment requirements for distributors and retailers of nicotine and vapor products. Notably, the bill allocates the tax revenues, with 40% going to the state general fund and 60% directed to the early childhood development and health fund, with specific allocations for early childhood education programs. The changes will apply to taxable periods beginning on or after December 31, 2025, and require a two-thirds vote in the legislature for enactment. The bill also provides the Department of Revenue with a one-year exemption from standard rulemaking requirements to facilitate implementation of these new regulations.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending sections 42-1102, 42-1124, 42-1125, 42-2003, 42-3001, 42-3008, 42-3051, 42-3052 and 42-3053, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 42, chapter 3, article 3, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 42-3107; amending sections 42-3401, 42-3403, 42-3404, 42-3405, 42-3406, 42-3501 and 42-3502, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 42, chapter 3, article 12, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 42-3504; relating to luxury tax.
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• Introduced: 02/06/2025
• Added: 02/07/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 5 : Consuelo Hernandez (D)*, Lupe Contreras (D), Alma Hernandez (D), Khyl Powell (R), Kevin Volk (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: House read second time
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OK bill #HB2253 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Teacher certification; Data Governance Council; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a new Data Governance Council to improve teacher certification tracking and quality in Oklahoma. The State Department of Education will develop a coding system for initial teacher certification to track different pathways, including emergency and full-time adjunct certifications. The newly created 13-member council will monitor and evaluate the impact of these certification pathways on educational outcomes, identify key data elements for measuring teacher workforce quality, and establish best practices for data management. Council members will include representatives from higher education, public instruction, educational quality, school boards, administrators, teachers, principals, and university educator preparation programs, appointed by various state officials. The council will meet at least quarterly, with its first meeting scheduled by February 1, 2026, and members will not receive compensation. The council will be subject to open meeting and records laws and will be exempt from dual office-holding restrictions. Importantly, the council aims to improve understanding of teacher certification pathways and their effectiveness in Oklahoma's educational system. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025.
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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 of Council; 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: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : John Waldron (D)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 6
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee
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AZ bill #SB1634 • Last Action 02/11/2025
School blueprints; public records; exemption
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill proposes an exemption to public records laws specifically for school building blueprints and floor plans. By amending Title 41, Chapter 56, Article 1 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the legislation would prevent school building blueprints and floor plans from being considered public records, which means they would be shielded from disclosure under the state's public records transparency laws (Title 39, Chapter 1). The purpose appears to be protecting sensitive information about school building layouts that could potentially compromise school safety by making detailed structural information inaccessible to the general public. This exemption would give schools more control over the distribution of their architectural plans, potentially helping to prevent unauthorized access to potentially sensitive building design details.
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Bill Summary: An Act amending title 41, chapter 56, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-5706; relating to school facilities.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 4 : Eva Diaz (D)*, Lela Alston (D), Flavio Bravo (D), Priya Sundareshan (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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NY bill #S02673 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Clarifies that the department of corrections is not required to obtain and input into its electronic record-keeping applications any individual's otherwise uncollected former legal name or any alias; amends the effectiveness of certain provisions relating thereto.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies the New York Department of Corrections' responsibilities regarding the collection and input of individual names on their electronic record-keeping systems and websites. Specifically, the bill ensures that while the department must make websites searchable by an individual's current name, former legal name, or known alias (if such information is already available in government records), they are not required to actively seek out or input previously uncollected former legal names or aliases into their systems. The bill modifies the effective date of these provisions, changing the implementation timeline from the original ninety-day period to one full year after the law is enacted. This legislation appears designed to provide flexibility for the Department of Corrections in managing online information about incarcerated individuals, balancing transparency with practical limitations on record collection and maintenance.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT to amend the correction law, in relation to clarifying that the department of corrections is not required to obtain and input into its electronic record-keeping applications any individual's otherwise uncollected former legal name or any alias; and to amend a chapter of the laws of 2024 amending the correction law relating to requiring that websites providing incarcerated individual information be searchable by the incarcerated individual's name, former name or alias, as proposed in legislative bills numbers S. 4061-A and A. 4763-A, in relation to the effectiveness thereof
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/23/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 General Assembly
• Sponsors: 1 : Julia Salazar (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: SUBSTITUTED BY A1675
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OR bill #SB1020 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Relating to inhalant delivery system producer responsibility; prescribing an effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive producer responsibility program for inhalant delivery systems (such as e-cigarettes) in Oregon. The legislation requires producers of these devices to join a nonprofit organization that will develop and implement a statewide program for collecting and responsibly managing used inhalant delivery systems. Every inhalant delivery system sold in the state will have a $5 refund value, which consumers will pay at the point of sale and can reclaim when returning the device to a collection site. Producers must pay membership fees to support the program and will be incentivized to design products that are more environmentally friendly and easier to recycle. The Department of Environmental Quality will oversee the program, approve program plans, and have the authority to enforce compliance through inspections and potential civil penalties. The bill mandates that producers create educational resources, establish collection sites throughout the state, and submit annual reports detailing their program's performance. Implementation will begin with initial program plans due by September 1, 2027, and full operational status required by July 1, 2028, with the goal of reducing waste and environmental impact from these devices.
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Bill Summary: The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act says that inhalant delivery systems must have a refund value. Makers of those systems must carry out a plan to collect and dispose of them. (Flesch Readability Score: 67.7). Requires producers of inhalant delivery systems to join an inhalant delivery system producer responsibility organization and implement an inhalant delivery system producer responsibility pro- gram for the collection and disposal of inhalant delivery systems. Establishes a refund value for inhalant delivery systems sold in this state. Directs the Department of Environmental Quality to administer and enforce the requirements of the Act. Establishes the Inhalant Delivery System Producer Responsibility Fund. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
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• Introduced: 02/10/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025 Legislative Measures
• Sponsors: 12 : Lew Frederick (D)*, James Manning (D)*, Aaron Woods (D)*, Kayse Jama (D), Katherine Pham (D), Kathleen Taylor (D), Ben Bowman (D), Zach Hudson (D), Susan McLain (D), Travis Nelson (D), Rob Nosse (D), Hai Pham (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Labor and Business.
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AZ bill #HB2716 • Last Action 02/11/2025
School blueprints; public records; exemption.
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill creates a new section in Arizona state law that exempts school building blueprints and floor plans from public records disclosure requirements. Specifically, the bill adds section 41-5706 to the Arizona Revised Statutes, which states that despite any other existing laws, school building blueprints and floor plans will no longer be considered public records and will be exempt from disclosure under Title 39, Chapter 1 of the state statutes. This means that detailed architectural plans for school buildings can be kept confidential, potentially to enhance school safety by preventing unauthorized individuals from accessing precise layout information about school facilities. The exemption appears designed to protect schools from potential security risks by restricting public access to sensitive architectural documents that could detail building entry points, room configurations, and other potentially vulnerable design elements.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT amending title 41, chapter 56, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-5706; relating to school facilities.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 01/31/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 12 : Stephanie Simacek (D)*, Anna Abeytia (D), Cesar Aguilar (D), Lorena Austin (D), Janeen Connolly (D), Quantá Crews (D), Oscar De Los Santos (D), Brian Garcia (D), Sarah Liguori (D), Aaron Marquez (D), Mariana Sandoval (D), Kevin Volk (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/30/2025
• Last Action: House read second time
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AZ bill #SB1609 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Online home sharing; repeal
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals several existing statutes related to online home sharing and revises various tax classifications and provisions in Arizona state law. The bill eliminates specific references to online lodging marketplaces and removes provisions that previously allowed such marketplaces to collect and remit taxes for short-term rentals. Key changes include repealing sections related to online lodging transactions, removing tax classifications specific to online lodging, and deleting provisions that allowed online lodging marketplaces to register for tax collection. The bill also makes technical amendments to various tax code sections to remove language about online lodging, adjusts property tax classifications, and removes special tax treatment for short-term rental properties. Additionally, the bill makes conforming changes to ensure that existing tax laws reflect the removal of these online home sharing-specific provisions, essentially rolling back previous regulations that had created a specific framework for online lodging platforms to operate in Arizona.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT repealing sections 9-500.39 and 11-269.17, arizona revised statutes; amending sections 42-2003, 42-5005, 42-5009, 42-5010 and 42-5014, arizona revised statutes; repealing section 42-5042, arizona revised statutes; amending sections 42-5061, 42-5070 and 42-5071, arizona revised statutes; repealing section 42-5076, arizona revised statutes; amending section 42-5159, arizona revised statutes; repealing sections 42-6009 and 42-6013, arizona revised statutes; amending sections 42-6102, 42-6108, 42-6108.01, 42-12003 and 42-12004, arizona revised statutes; relating to online lodging.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: Fifty-seventh Legislature - First Regular Session (2025)
• Sponsors: 1 : Mark Finchem (R)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Senate read second time
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MS bill #HB1453 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Small Business and Grocer Investment Act; extend repealer on.
Status: Dead
AI-generated Summary: This bill reenacts and extends the Small Business and Grocer Investment Act, a program administered by the Mississippi Development Authority to provide financing and support for healthy food retailers in underserved communities. The bill specifically extends the repealer (expiration date) of the act from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2028. The program aims to create jobs, expand markets for Mississippi farmers, and improve access to fresh fruits and vegetables in both urban and rural areas with limited food retail options. The Mississippi Development Authority is authorized to establish a public-private partnership to provide grants, loans, and technical assistance to eligible food retailers. Eligible projects can include new store construction, renovations, infrastructure upgrades, farmers' markets, and other initiatives that improve healthy food access. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to selling fresh produce and benefit an underserved community, which is defined as a geographic area with limited access to healthy food retailers in a designated economically distressed county. Additionally, the bill brings forward several sections of Mississippi law related to alcoholic beverages, which appear to be standard legislative practice to maintain the current legal framework while potentially preparing for future amendments.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Reenact Sections 57-10-701 Through 57-10-709, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Create The Small Business And Grocer Investment Act; To Amend Section 57-10-711, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend The Date Of The Repealer On The Sections Of Law That Create The Small Business And Grocer Investment Act; To Bring Forward Sections 27-71-5, 27-71-7, 27-71-15, 27-71-29, 67-1-41, 67-1-45, 67-1-51, 67-1-53, 67-1-55, 67-1-57, 67-1-73, 97-31-47 And 97-31-49, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Relate To Alcoholic Beverages, For The Purpose Of Possible Amendment; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Fred Shanks (R)*, Lataisha Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/22/2025
• Last Action: Died In Committee
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IL bill #SB0298 • Last Action 02/11/2025
FIREARM OWNERS ID ACT-REPEAL
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill repeals the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act and amends numerous other Illinois statutes to remove references to the Act. The bill essentially eliminates the requirement for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card (FOID) in Illinois and updates multiple sections of state law to reflect this change. Key modifications include removing FOID-related language from various statutes governing law enforcement, criminal procedures, domestic violence protections, and other areas where firearm ownership was previously regulated by the FOID Card system. The bill replaces references to the FOID Card with broader language about firearm possession eligibility under state and federal law. Additionally, the legislation updates definitions of firearms and makes technical changes to ensure consistency across different sections of Illinois law after the elimination of the FOID Card requirement. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law, signaling a significant change in how firearm ownership is regulated 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: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Neil Anderson (R)*, Dave Syverson (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Dave Syverson
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WA bill #HB1055 • Last Action 02/11/2025
Enhancing access to public records.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill aims to study the potential creation of a Washington Office of Transparency Ombuds as an independent state agency to improve public access to government records. The legislature will commission a comprehensive study to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of such an agency, comparing Washington's public records laws with those of other states, particularly focusing on Pennsylvania's model. The study, to be conducted by the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Committee in coordination with various government entities, will assess potential benefits including cost savings from reduced litigation, increased ease of accessing public records, and providing individuals with alternative avenues for appealing denied or incomplete public records requests. A joint legislative committee on transparency will be established, comprising members from legislative bodies, media organizations, and state officials, to oversee the study and make recommendations by December 1, 2026. The bill reaffirms the state's commitment to open and accountable governance, building upon the Public Records Act (Initiative Measure No. 276), and is set to expire on December 31, 2026, after the completion of the study and recommendations.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT Relating to enhancing access to public records through 2 studying the efficacy of establishing the Washington office of 3 transparency ombuds as an independent state agency; creating new 4 sections; and providing an expiration date. 5
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• Introduced: 12/12/2024
• Added: 12/13/2024
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Peter Abbarno (R)*, Sam Low (R), Mari Leavitt (D), Joshua Penner (R), Matt Marshall (R), Gerry Pollet (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 8
• Last Amended: 12/12/2024
• Last Action: Referred to Appropriations.
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VT bill #S0062 • Last Action 02/11/2025
An act relating to privatization contracts
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Vermont state law to modify requirements for privatization contracts, which are defined as contracts or grants valued at $25,000 or more per year that replace services previously provided by state employees. The bill removes language about workforce reduction and adds several new provisions to increase transparency and worker protections. Key changes include requiring agencies to provide 35 days' notice to collective bargaining representatives before bidding, mandating that proposed contracts demonstrate at least 20% cost savings (increased from 10%), and establishing detailed requirements for worker compensation and benefits. The bill now requires contractors to pay wages at least equal to state employee rates, provide health insurance comparable to state employee plans, and submit quarterly payroll records. Additionally, the bill introduces new certification requirements where agencies must verify the contractor's compliance with labor, safety, and non-discrimination standards. A review panel will assess contract compliance, and the Auditor of Accounts must review contracts before renewal to ensure cost savings and performance metrics are met. If a contract fails to achieve the required savings or performance standards, the agency must reconsider the contract and potentially return services to state employees. These provisions aim to protect state workers and ensure privatization contracts genuinely benefit the state's operational efficiency and workforce.
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Bill Summary: This bill proposes to amend the requirements for the Executive Branch to enter into privatization contracts.
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• Introduced: 02/11/2025
• Added: 02/11/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Session
• Sponsors: 8 : Tanya Vyhovsky (D)*, Alison Clarkson (D), Martine Gulick (D), Wendy Harrison (D), Ginny Lyons (D), Andrew Perchlik (D), Anne Watson (D), Becca White (D)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/10/2025
• Last Action: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Government Operations
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NJ bill #A5292 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Clarifies requirement for cannabis business applicant to obtain certain documentation from municipality.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill clarifies the requirement for cannabis business applicants to obtain zoning documentation from municipalities when applying for a cannabis business license. Specifically, the bill mandates that municipal officials must provide a standardized letter or affidavit confirming the proposed location conforms to local zoning requirements within 30 days of an applicant's request. Importantly, the bill stipulates that issuing this documentation cannot be conditioned on the applicant obtaining land use or preliminary site plan approval. If municipal officials find that the application does not comply with zoning codes, they must inform the applicant in writing within 30 days, specifying the exact provisions that do not comply. This legislation aims to streamline the application process for cannabis businesses by creating a more standardized and transparent approach to zoning approvals, reducing potential bureaucratic barriers. The bill was prompted by suggestions from witnesses at a September 2024 legislative committee hearing about municipalities' implementation of state cannabis laws and regulations.
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Bill Summary: This bill would clarify the requirement in current law that an applicant for a cannabis business license must obtain certain documentation from the municipality where the applicant intends that the cannabis business be located. Under current law, the applicant must submit zoning approvals to the Cannabis Regulatory Commission for the proposed location of the cannabis business. The zoning approvals are in the form of a letter or affidavit from appropriate municipal officials. Under the law, the letter or affidavit is required to state that the location will conform to municipal zoning requirements allowing for such activities related to the cultivation, manufacturing, or dispensing of medical cannabis, cannabis products, and related supplies as will be conducted at the proposed facility. This bill provides that the letter or affidavit would be in a standardized format as promulgated by the Cannabis Regulatory Commission. The bill also provides that issuance of the letter or affidavit from appropriate municipal officials would not be conditioned on the applicant obtaining land use approval or preliminary site plan approval from the municipality. Under the bill, the letter or affidavit would be required to be issued to the applicant within 30 days of submission of the applicant's request. If the appropriate municipal officials find that the application does not comply with the municipal zoning code, the officials would be required to inform the applicant in writing, within 30 days of submission of the applicant's request, of the specific provisions of the application that do not comply. This bill was prompted by witnesses' suggestions at the September 23, 2024 hearing of the General Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee on municipalities' implementation of State cannabis laws and regulations.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Reginald Atkins (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
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GA bill #HB289 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Courts; remote online notaries public and remote online notarizations; provide
Status: Introduced
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for remote online notarization in Georgia, allowing notaries to perform notarial acts electronically using secure communication technology. The legislation creates detailed requirements for remote online notaries, including mandatory training, specialized commissioning, and strict technological and security standards. Key provisions include requiring remote online notaries to verify signers' identities through remote presentation of government-issued identification, credential analysis, and identity proofing, and mandating that they maintain secure electronic journals and audiovisual recordings of each notarization for at least ten years. The bill also updates existing notary laws to accommodate electronic signatures and notarizations, specifies fees for remote online notarization (not to exceed $25 per transaction), and prohibits remote online notarization for certain sensitive documents like wills. Additionally, the legislation allows public officials to accept electronically signed and notarized documents, creates new consumer protection measures related to real estate document recording, and ensures that records of remote online notarization processes are not subject to public disclosure. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority is tasked with developing and maintaining standards for remote online notarization, with implementation expected by January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT To amend Article 2 of Chapter 6 of Title 15 and Article 1 of Chapter 17 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to clerks of superior courts and general provisions regarding notaries public, respectively, so as to provide for remote online notaries public and remote online notarizations; to revise and provide for definitions; to revise the powers of the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority; to provide for requirements for remote online notaries public and remote online notarization; to provide that the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority may adopt certain standards for remote online notarization; to provide for application and appointment as a remote online notary public; to provide requirements for electronic journaling; to amend Part 2 of Article 15 of Chapter 1 of Title 10, Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 44 and Article 4 of Chapter 18 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the "Fair Business Practices Act of 1975," recording of deeds and other real property transactions and inspection of public records, respectively, so as to provide for an unfair or deceptive practice in consumer transactions in the recording of certain residential real estate documents; to revise recordation standards for deeds and other real property transactions requiring an official and an unofficial witness; to provide for the electronic execution of instruments, documents, deeds, and real estate documents; to provide that certain records of remote online notarization processes shall not be subject to public disclosure; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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• Introduced: 02/05/2025
• Added: 02/06/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 6 : Joseph Gullett (R)*, Chuck Efstration (R)*, Bruce Williamson (R)*, Todd Jones (R)*, Scott Holcomb (D)*, Stacey Evans (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 02/06/2025
• Last Action: House Second Readers
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KS bill #HB2207 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Authorizing parents of a child who is the subject of an investigation of abuse or neglect or a child in need of care proceeding and victims of childhood abuse or neglect to access records related to such investigation or proceeding.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill expands access to records for parents and adult victims in child abuse and neglect investigations. Specifically, the bill allows parents of a child who is the subject of an abuse or neglect investigation to access official and social files related to the case within three days of requesting them. Additionally, adults who were the subjects of substantiated childhood abuse or neglect reports can now access records from those investigations when they turn 18. The bill maintains strict protections by prohibiting the disclosure of the identities of individuals who originally reported the abuse or neglect. The changes are made to the Kansas Code for Care of Children and aim to provide more transparency and information to those directly involved in child welfare proceedings. These modifications will help parents stay informed about investigations involving their children and allow adult survivors of childhood abuse to access information about their own past cases, while still protecting the privacy of original reporters.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning records; relating to the revised Kansas code for care of children; permitting a parent access to records when such parent's child is the subject of an investigation of abuse or neglect or a child in need of care proceeding; authorizing victims of childhood abuse or neglect to access records related to substantiated reports or investigations of abuse or neglect; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 38- 2211, 38-2212 and 38-2213 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/03/2025
• Added: 02/04/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: House Hearing: Monday, February 10, 2025, 1:30 PM Room 152-S - CANCELED
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CA bill #AB259 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Open meetings: local agencies: teleconferences.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill extends and makes permanent provisions related to teleconferencing for local government meetings that were originally implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic. The bill allows local government bodies to continue using teleconferencing with several key requirements: meetings must still be open to the public, provide ways for the public to remotely observe and comment, and ensure transparency. Members can participate remotely under specific conditions, such as for childcare needs, medical reasons, or while traveling on official business, but with limits on the number of remote meetings per year. The bill preserves requirements that at least a quorum of members must participate from a physical location within the agency's jurisdiction, and the meeting must provide multiple ways for the public to access and participate, such as through two-way audiovisual platforms or telephonic services. The legislation aims to balance the convenience of remote meeting participation with maintaining public access and transparency, making these flexible meeting procedures a permanent option for local government bodies rather than allowing them to expire in 2026 as previously planned.
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Bill Summary: An act to amend and repeal Sections 54953 and 54954.2 of the Government Code, relating to local government.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Blanca Rubio (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 3
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: Referred to Com. on L. GOV.
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MS bill #HB1437 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Board of Medical Licensure; revise licensure status, definitions, procedure, fines and temporary practice authority.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill introduces comprehensive reforms to the regulation of medical licensure in Mississippi, addressing various aspects of physician licensing, practice, disciplinary procedures, and oversight. The key provisions include: clarifying definitions of medical practice and expanding exemptions for certain medical practitioners; modifying license renewal processes to allow electronic notices and creating a "retired status" option for physicians; updating procedures for temporary licenses, including extending the potential duration for physicians in training; revising disciplinary actions to include new options like punitive fines and probation; creating a new mechanism for license reinstatement with clearer standards; expanding the State Board of Medical Licensure to include three public members not related to the healthcare industry; requiring the Mississippi Physician Health Program to provide performance statistics to the board; and strengthening the board's ability to investigate and take action against unlicensed practice, including the power to issue cease and desist orders and seek injunctive relief with potential civil penalties up to $25,000. The bill also adds provisions related to behavioral conduct that could be addressed by treatment, modifies telemedicine regulations, and makes numerous technical corrections to existing medical licensing statutes. The changes aim to modernize medical licensing procedures, enhance public safety, and provide more flexible and transparent regulatory processes for medical professionals in Mississippi.
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Bill Summary: An Act To Amend Sections 73-25-1, 73-25-3, 73-25-5, 73-25-14, 73-25-17, 73-25-21, 73-25-23, 73-25-27, 73-25-28, 73-25-29, 73-25-30, 73-25-31, 73-25-32, 73-25-33, 73-25-34, 73-25-53, 73-25-55, 73-25-57, 73-25-59, 73-25-61, 73-25-63, 73-25-65, 73-25-83, 73-25-87, 73-25-89 And 73-25-18, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise Certain Definitions Under The Medical Practice Act; To Clarify Certain Procedures To Obtain A License To Practice Medicine; To Provide For Electronic Notice Of License Renewal; To Provide Procedures For Physicians To Request Retired Status; To Clarify Procedures For The Issuance Of A Temporary License To Practice Medicine; To Clarify Procedures For Issuance Of A License By Reciprocity; To Revise Certain Procedures For Disciplinary Action Against Licenses, The Issuance Of Subpoenas By The Board Of Medical Licensure, The Grounds For Disciplinary Action, The Options Available To The Board Following Disciplinary Hearings Against Licensees, And Petitions For Reinstatement Of Licenses; To Clarify The Action Of The Unlawful Practice Of Medicine And The Authority Of The Board To Seek Injunctive Relief; To Delete A Certain Exception To Licensure; To Include Behavioral Conduct That Could Be Addressed By Treatment To The List Of Reasons A Licensee Shall Be Subject To Restriction Of Their License; To Clarify Certain Procedures Under The Disabled Physician Law; To Revise Disciplinary Action That The Board Is Authorized To Take, Including Placing A Licensee On Probation Or Imposing A Punitive Fine; To Provide That A Hearing Must Be Held Within 30 Days If The Board Determines That A Physician's Continuation Of Practice Is An Immediate Danger; To Exclude Individuals Engaged Solely In The Practice Of Midwifery From The Chapter; To Create New Section 73-43-19, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Mississippi Physician Health Program To Provide Performance Statistics To The State Board Of Medical Licensure; To Amend Section 73-43-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide For Additional Members Of The Board Who Shall Be Members Of The Public Not Related To The Health Care Industry; To Repeal Sections 73-25-7, 73-25-9, 73-25-15, 73-25-19, 73-25-25, 73-25-39 And 73-25-81, Mississippi Code Of 1972, Which Require The State Board Of Medical Licensure To Meet At The Capitol At Least Once Each Year For The Purpose Of Examining Applicants; Provide For The Fee Charged By The Board To Apply For A License To Practice; Provide For The Procedures For Lost Medical Licenses; Provide For Certain Provisions Related To Nonresident Physicians; Provide For Certain Procedures For Those Desiring To Practice Osteopathic Medicine In The State; Allow The Board To Contract For The Acquisition Of Books And Other Records; Provide A Technical Reference To The Board; And For Related Purposes.
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• Introduced: 01/22/2025
• Added: 01/22/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Samuel Creekmore IV (R)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 9
• Last Amended: 02/03/2025
• Last Action: Tabled
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IL bill #HB1740 • Last Action 02/10/2025
FOIA-OFFICER-WORN BODY CAMERAS
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to modify the timeline for responding to requests specifically related to officer-worn body camera recordings. Currently, public bodies must respond to FOIA requests within 5 business days, but this bill extends the response time to 15 business days for requests seeking audio or video from body-worn cameras. The bill adds a new subsection (d-5) to the existing law that provides public bodies with more time to process these specific types of records, recognizing that body camera footage may require more complex review and processing. The extension allows public bodies additional time to review the recordings for potential exemptions, such as protecting personal privacy or ongoing investigations, while still maintaining the requirement that they must either comply with or formally deny the request within the specified timeframe. The bill preserves the ability of the requester and the public body to mutually agree to further extend the compliance period if needed, ensuring flexibility in handling these potentially sensitive and voluminous records.
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Bill Summary: Amends the Freedom of Information Act. Provides that, if a request for public records for officer-worn body camera recorded audio or video is received by a public body, the public body shall either comply with or deny the request within 15 business days (rather than 5 days) after its receipt of the request. Allows an extension to the time to respond to a request for officer-worn body camera recorded audio or video to 15 business days (rather than 5 business days).
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• Introduced: 01/24/2025
• Added: 01/25/2025
• Session: 104th General Assembly
• Sponsors: 2 : Dennis Tipsword (R)*, Tony McCombie (R)
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 4
• Last Amended: 01/24/2025
• Last Action: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
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ID bill #S1074 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Amends existing law to provide for a certain exemption from school levies for certain properties.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Idaho property tax law to create a new school levy exemption for homeowners with school-age children who are not enrolled in public schools. Starting in 2025, homeowners can receive an additional property tax exemption for school levies if their homestead is occupied by a "qualifying school-age child" - defined as a child between 5 and 18 years old who is not enrolled in a public school district or public charter school, not receiving public education assistance, and either attending a private school or being privately homeschooled. The exemption will not apply if any children in the home do not meet these specific qualifications. The bill also makes several technical amendments to update code references and clarify existing homestead exemption procedures, such as specifying how improper exemption claims will be handled and creating a database to track exemptions. The legislation includes an emergency clause making it effective immediately upon passage and retroactive to January 1, 2025, which means homeowners could potentially claim this new exemption for the 2025 tax year.
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Bill Summary: RELATING TO PROPERTY TAX; AMENDING SECTION 63-602G, IDAHO CODE, TO RE- VISE PROVISIONS REGARDING THE HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION, TO ESTABLISH AN ADDITIONAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN HOMESTEADS OCCUPIED BY CERTAIN SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN NOT ENROLLED IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS, AND TO PRO- VIDE QUALIFICATIONS; AMENDING SECTION 63-301A, IDAHO CODE, TO PROVIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AMENDING SECTION 63-3077, IDAHO CODE, TO PRO- VIDE A CORRECT CODE REFERENCE; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING RETROACTIVE APPLICATION.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Reported Printed; referred to Local Government & Taxation
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KS bill #SB246 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Requiring all applicants for teaching licenses and certificates and employees of a school district or public innovative district to submit to a criminal history record check and creating the criminal history record check reimbursement fund for certain state and criminal history record checks conducted by the Kansas department for aging and disability services.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill requires all applicants for teaching licenses and certificates, as well as employees of school districts and public innovative districts, to undergo fingerprinting and state and national criminal history record checks prior to working with students. Specifically, for employees hired before July 1, 2025, these checks must be conducted every five years from that date, and for employees hired on or after July 1, 2025, checks must be conducted every five years from their first day of employment. The bill creates a criminal history record check reimbursement fund administered by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services to cover the costs of these background checks. Applicants or their employing school districts will be responsible for paying the fees associated with these background checks. The bill also mandates that employees who have been convicted of certain serious offenses or entered into criminal diversion agreements must report these to their school district or public innovative district within 30 days, with failure to do so constituting a class B nonperson misdemeanor. Additionally, the state board of education is prohibited from issuing or renewing licenses for individuals convicted of specified serious offenses, and must revoke existing licenses for such individuals. The goal of these provisions is to enhance student safety by ensuring thorough background checks for those working in educational settings.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning criminal history record information; relating to state and national criminal history record checks; requiring the state board of education to conduct state and national criminal history record checks on all school employees; creating the criminal history record check reimbursement fund for certain state and criminal history record checks conducted by the Kansas department for aging and disability services; amending K.S.A. 72-2165 and 72-4223 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 22- 4714 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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NJ bill #A5274 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill makes several significant changes to New Jersey's cannabis regulatory framework. It modifies the application and licensing process for cannabis establishments by removing the requirement for point-based scoring and eliminating certain documentation requirements for applicants. The bill now allows the Cannabis Regulatory Commission more flexibility in reviewing applications, giving them discretion to require or not require certain documents. The legislation also prohibits the commission from preventing family members (except spouses) of license applicants from becoming license holders themselves. Municipalities will now be required to submit their cannabis-related ordinances to a new online portal maintained by the commission. The bill provides special protections for existing medical cannabis dispensaries, preventing municipalities from prohibiting their operation if they have been open and operating without violations for at least 180 days. Additionally, the bill allows alternative treatment centers to redesignate cannabis products between medical and adult-use categories, provided they maintain sufficient inventory for medical patients. The legislation aims to streamline the cannabis licensing process, provide more operational flexibility for cannabis businesses, and ensure continued access to medical cannabis while expanding the adult-use market.
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Bill Summary: This bill makes various changes to the "Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act" (CREAMMA) and the "Jake Honig Compassionate Use Medical Cannabis Act" (Medical Cannabis Act). Municipal Medical Cannabis Limitations Under the bill, a municipality may not prohibit the operation of a retailer of cannabis items by any medical cannabis dispensary issued a permit pursuant to the Medical Cannabis Act that has been opened and operating without any violation, or notice thereof, for a period of not less than 180 days. Under current law, a municipality may impose separate local licensing or endorsement requirements as a part of its restrictions on the number of operations of cannabis licensees, or their location, manner, or times of operation. Under the bill, a restriction on the number or location of cannabis licensees operating in a municipality does not apply to any medicinal cannabis retailer operating as of the effective date of the CREAMMA. The bill also prohibits the Cannabis Regulatory Commission (commission) from requiring municipal review, consent, or approval as a condition of issuing a Class 5 Retailer License to a medical cannabis dispensary issued a permit pursuant to the Medical Cannabis Act, which is also applying for approval or renewal of a Class 5 Retailer License pursuant to CREAMMA that is proposed to be co-located on the premises of an existing medical cannabis dispensary in a municipality that permits the retail sale of medical cannabis, but not the retail sale of adult-use cannabis items. Any prior approval authorizing the medical cannabis dispensary to lawfully operate on the premises shall be deemed to authorize the Class 5 Cannabis Retailer use at the same location for all purposes. Commission Application Determinations Under current law and commission regulations, the commission has 30 days to make a determination on a completed conditional license, and 90 days to make a determination on a completed annual license application. Before the expiration of these periods, the commission may make a determination that it requires more time to adequately review the application. Under the bill, if the commission determines that it requires more time to adequately review an application, the commission is required to, not more than 30 days after a determination for more time to review, make a determination as to whether the application is approved or denied, effectively establishing a cap on the total amount of time the commission has to make a decision on an application. Commission Application Review Under the bill, the commission will no longer establish a point scale and rank applicants based on that score. The bill also removes the requirement that certain documents be submitted for commission review, and establishes that the commission may require such documents be included for review. The bill establishes that the commission is no longer required to verify that the following information be contained in an application: (1) a business plan and management operation profile for the proposed cannabis establishment, distributor, or delivery service; or (2) the plan by which the applicant intends to obtain appropriate liability insurance coverage for the cannabis establishment, distributor, or delivery service. The bill removes the requirement that the commission give greater weight to certain applicants when evaluating the experience of an applicant. The bill also removes the requirement that the commission give special consideration to any applicant that has entered into an agreement with an institute of higher education to create an integrated curriculum. Further, the bill permits the commission to give an applicant a certain amount of time, determined by the commission, to comply with additional conditions, outside of those which were required for licensure, rather than limiting that period to 45 days. Municipal Ordinance Portal The bill requires the commission to create and maintain an online portal. The online portal is required to maintain a centralized municipal portal that includes any ordinance or regulation related to the medical or adult-use cannabis markets that a municipality has adopted in this State. Any municipality that passes a regulation, ordinance, or any change to a regulation or ordinance is required to submit the regulation or ordinance to the commission for purposes of maintaining this information. The centralized municipal portal will be accessible to the public. Family Applicants or License Holder This bill prohibits the commission from prohibiting a family member, other than a spouse, of a license applicant or license holder from also becoming a license applicant or license holder. This is intended to invalidate N.J.A.C.17:30-6.8, which prohibits family members of a license applicant or license holder from also becoming such. Alternative Treatment Centers (ATC) The bill permits ATCs to redesignate products as either medical or adult-use cannabis at any point in its supply chain, provided that the ATC holds the appropriate license at the point of redesignation.
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• Introduced: 01/30/2025
• Added: 02/12/2025
• Session: 2024-2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 2 : Linda Carter (D)*, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D)*
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 1
• Last Amended: 02/11/2025
• Last Action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
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HI bill #SB406 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Relating To Copying Fees.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 92-21 to regulate the fees government agencies can charge for reproducing copies of public records. The key provision limits the cost of reproducing digitally formatted government records that have already been digitized to a maximum of 5 cents per digital record. For physical copies, the minimum reproduction cost remains 5 cents per page. The bill clarifies that reproduction costs can include various expenses such as labor for searching and copying, material costs, equipment rental, certification, and other related expenses. All fees collected must be paid to the appropriate financial officer or agency, with a specific provision for fees collected by the public utilities commission to be deposited in a special fund. The bill maintains the fundamental principle that government records open to public inspection can be copied upon payment of reasonable reproduction costs, but introduces new restrictions specifically for digital records to make accessing government information more affordable. The provisions will take effect on January 1, 2525, which appears to be a placeholder date typical in legislative drafting.
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Bill Summary: Prohibits the cost of reproducing government records in a digital format from exceeding 5 cents per digital record that has already been digitized. Effective 1/1/2525. (SD1)
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• Introduced: 01/14/2025
• Added: 01/15/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Karl Rhoads (D)*
• Versions: 2 • Votes: 1 • Actions: 10
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to JDC/WAM.
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KS bill #SB248 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Requiring criminal history record check information relating to hemp producers to be sent to the state fire marshal, updating the fingerprinting language for the state banking commissioner for money transmitters and earned wage access services providers and authorizing the state gaming agency and attorney general to have access to more criminal history record information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill updates criminal history record check provisions for several state agencies and industries. Specifically, it requires hemp producers to have their criminal history record information sent to the state fire marshal instead of the department of agriculture, allowing the fire marshal to collect fingerprints and conduct background checks on hemp producers. The bill also expands criminal history record access for the state gaming agency and the attorney general, and updates fingerprinting language for the state banking commissioner related to money transmitters and earned wage access services providers. The changes will affect how criminal background checks are conducted for various professional licensing and regulatory purposes, ensuring that state agencies have access to comprehensive criminal history information when evaluating applicants for licenses, permits, and employment. The bill modifies several existing statutes to streamline and clarify the criminal history record check process, with provisions taking effect on publication in the state statute book.
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Bill Summary: AN ACT concerning criminal history record information; providing criminal history record information for hemp producers to the state fire marshal; authorizing the attorney general and the state gaming agency to receive more criminal history records; updating criminal history record language related to the state bank commissioner; amending K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 2-3906, 9-555, 9-565, 9-2411, 22-4714 and 75-7b01 and repealing the existing sections.
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• Introduced: 02/07/2025
• Added: 02/08/2025
• Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 0
• Versions: 1 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 2
• Last Amended: 02/07/2025
• Last Action: Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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Links: Official Document • Full Details and timeline [BillTrack50.com]
OK bill #HB1971 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Children; Accountability, Transparency, and Protection for Exploited Youth Act; report; sexual misconduct or exploitation; penalties; Office of Juvenile Affairs; Independent Oversight Committee; responsibilities; investigations; civil liability; damages; negligence; civil penalties; training; annual report; exception; Oklahoma Open Records Act; disclosure; confidentiality; judicial review; juvenile records; exception; codification; effective date.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the Accountability, Transparency, and Protection for Exploited Youth Act, which aims to protect juveniles in state-run and private juvenile facilities from sexual misconduct and exploitation. The bill requires all employees, contractors, volunteers, and third parties working in juvenile facilities to immediately report any suspected sexual misconduct or exploitation to the facility supervisor and a newly established Independent Oversight Committee. Failure to report such incidents can result in criminal prosecution, with potential penalties of up to two years in prison and a $5,000 fine. The bill creates an Independent Oversight Committee with broad investigative powers, including the ability to subpoena witnesses and collaborate with law enforcement. It also establishes significant civil liability provisions, allowing juvenile victims or their representatives to sue the Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) or contracted entities for negligence, with potential civil fines of up to $50,000 per juvenile victim. The legislation mandates annual training for employees on preventing and identifying sexual misconduct and requires the Oversight Committee to submit an annual report to the Oklahoma Legislature. Additionally, the bill provides a mechanism for limited disclosure of juvenile records in cases of sexual violence, allowing access to specific parties such as law enforcement, legal guardians, and court-appointed advocates while maintaining strict confidentiality protections for uninvolved individuals. The act is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, signaling a comprehensive approach to protecting vulnerable youth in juvenile facilities.
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Bill Summary: An Act relating to children; enacting the Accountability, Transparency, and Protection for Exploited Youth Act; requiring certain individuals to report any form of sexual misconduct or exploitation; directing who the incident must be reported to; providing for penalties for failure to report; directing the Office of Juvenile Affairs to establish an Independent Oversight Committee; providing responsibilities for the Committee; directing that investigations be forwarded to certain individuals and agencies; providing that employees shall be subject to civil liability under certain circumstances; providing that the Office and private contractors shall be liable for damages under certain circumstances; providing what constitutes negligence; providing for civil penalties; requiring the Office to provide annual training; directing Committee to submit annual report; providing what must be included in annual report; providing exception under Oklahoma Open Records Act; permitting disclosure of certain records under certain circumstances; authorizing certain individuals to access certain records; limiting disclosure of documents; directing certain individuals to comply with confidentiality obligations; authorizing access to certain records without court order; permitting a party to request judicial review; providing that disclosed information shall not be open for general public inspection; amending 10A O.S. 2021, Section 2-6-102, which relates to confidential juvenile records; providing exception; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
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• Introduced: 01/16/2025
• Added: 01/17/2025
• Session: 2025 Regular Session
• Sponsors: 1 : Danny Williams (R)*
• Versions: 3 • Votes: 0 • Actions: 7
• Last Amended: 01/16/2025
• Last Action: House Committee HB1971 POLPCS1 DANNY WILLIAMS-CMA - HB1971 POLPCS1 DANNY WILLIAMS-CMA
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NY bill #S01961 • Last Action 02/10/2025
Establishes the "secure our data act"; relates to cybersecurity protection by state entities; requires the office of information technology services to develop standards for data protection of state entity-maintained information.
Status: In Committee
AI-generated Summary: This bill establishes the "Secure Our Data Act" to enhance cybersecurity protections for state entities in New York, requiring the Office of Information Technology Services to develop comprehensive data protection standards. The legislation mandates that state entities create detailed inventories of their personal information and information systems, perform regular vulnerability assessments, and develop robust incident response plans. Key requirements include creating immutable backups of critical data in segmented storage, implementing data validation techniques, and conducting annual workforce training on cybersecurity. The bill defines specific terms like "breach of the security of the system" and "mission critical" information, and requires state entities to assess and protect personal information from unauthorized access or modification. Starting in January 2026, agencies must conduct monthly vulnerability tests on mission-critical systems and a full system vulnerability assessment by the end of that year. The bill also requires each state entity to develop an incident response plan by mid-2025 and conduct annual exercises to test their recovery processes. Importantly, the legislation explicitly states that it does not create a private right of action, meaning individuals cannot sue state entities directly under this law. The overall goal is to improve the state's cybersecurity infrastructure and protect sensitive personal information from potential cyber threats.