What happened on Wednesday, 05 April 2023
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Disability and Aging Services Commission unanimously approves essential funding to support seniors
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Judiciary Committee passed a slate of criminal-justice and public-safety bills by voice vote, including measures on pharmacy burglaries, pardon denials with prejudice, fleeing law enforcement penalties, drug-task-force funding, child-safety offenses, human-trafficking solicitation, law-library governance, nuisance abatement, and domestic-violence enhancements.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Arkansas committee advances House Bill 1691 to allow group hearings for similar school grievances
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Insurance & Commerce Committee heard competing testimony on Bill 1700, which would create exemptions affecting property-manager licensing and oversight. Proponents urged deregulation; opponents warned tenants could lose fiduciary protections and remedies under the Arkansas Real Estate Commission.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Public hearing reveals 417 witnesses voicing concerns over DC education budget and resource needs.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced two companion fentanyl bills that create a 'death by delivery' homicide offense and criminalize knowing exposure that endangers first responders; sponsors stressed public-safety concerns while a public commenter warned the law could punish friends and discourage life-saving calls.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DAS emphasizes service coordination and funding increase for Dignity Fund to enhance community support.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Walker seeks to allow AMI days for districts using alternate school calendars in Kentucky.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Charter schools demand equitable funding to ensure fair education for all DC students.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Legislation was approved adding antipsychotic therapy to a list of medications exempted from step‑therapy protocols, with senators and a pharmacist arguing clinicians should retain discretion and noting NAMI support.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senators discuss legislation to restore firearm rights for individuals with nonviolent felony convictions.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Bill allows facility funding for safe rooms and early childhood education spaces in schools.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DAS initiates talks on behavioral mental health supports for community senior centers.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Charter schools urge equitable funding to support educators and students amid budget shortfalls.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Representative Lee Johnson presented legislation to authorize the Arkansas Insurance Department to promulgate state rules to adjudicate disputes under the federal No Surprises Act; the committee voted to pass and sponsors said they will secure a senate sponsor for floor calendar placement.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Legislators discuss enabling gun ownership for nonviolent felons during recent judiciary hearing.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously approves budget modification for health insurance counseling through June 2024.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Committee endorses bill for adult diplomas to enhance economic opportunities in Arkansas
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Representative Aaron Pilkington presented a group of small bills (HB1655, HB1656, HB1657, HB1658, HB1659) to request reports and encourage agency support for entrepreneurship; the committee batched the bills and voted them do pass.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
DC schools push for equitable funding and strategic planning to enhance student education outcomes.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Legislators discuss amending pathways for expunging nonviolent offenders' criminal records.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The committee passed amendments clarifying the self‑insured fidelity bond program that reimburses governmental entities for theft or dishonest acts by employees, adding consistent terminology, clarifying covered loss types and correcting a statutory citation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously approves grants for aging support and transportation access initiatives.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Langley Elementary faces overcrowded classrooms and inadequate nutrition, prompting urgent calls for budget improvements.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Alongside larger policy bills, the committee passed several smaller measures: an Arkansas Adult Diploma Program pilot (HB 1529), a vehicle‑classification change to allow certain health and education vans to be excluded from fleet limits, and multiple code‑cleanup and procedural bills; witnesses and agency representatives answered clarifying questions.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 1337 would let school districts use existing state facility/construction funds to build or adapt space for pre‑K programs and for storm shelters or safe rooms; proponents say it removes an eligibility barrier with no new appropriation, while critics warn the change may dilute limited facility funds and could create unfunded mandates if shelter requirements take effect.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners address funding challenges for Dignity Fund in upcoming budget cycles.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Insurance & Commerce Committee debated a bill to create a property‑management licensing exemption and require experience, certification and bonding; after extensive testimony and questions about enforcement the committee voted down the measure.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Lieutenant Colonel Jason Aaron argues against proposed changes to felony gun rights restoration.
Committee of the Whole, Committees, Legislative, District of Columbia
Council members face backlash for inadequate public engagement and continued underfunding of education in DC.
Gardiner, Kennebec County, Maine
Downtown area remains cleaner after removing trash cans, prompting community volunteer cleanup discussions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department on Aging aims to improve support and resources for seniors and disabled adults.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Legislation allows nonviolent felons to petition for 2nd Amendment rights restoration after debt repayment.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 18 16 passed committee to grant Arkansas unincorporated nonprofits authority to self-govern when their policies differ from national parent organizations; the sponsor said he had not heard opposition and senators asked clarifying questions about national associations.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Representative Brian Evans told the Senate Education Committee that House Bill 1688 would provide a 2.8% overall adequacy funding increase in the first year, including a 1.8% COLA and new per-student allotments for classified staff and health insurance; lawmakers pressed him on whether the increase keeps pace with inflation and expressed concern for support staff pay.
Gardiner, Kennebec County, Maine
Gardner Area High School Girls Basketball Team honored for undefeated season and community support.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Lawmakers confirm drug dealers will face severe penalties for weapon possession during crimes
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously approves four-year contract for housing assistance and rental subsidies
Gardiner, Kennebec County, Maine
City council addresses public concerns over lack of downtown garbage cans and speeding issues.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 17 80 establishes a state cyber response task force with agency, city and county representatives and creates a fidelity bond to assist local governments and public schools after cyber incidents; the bond is prohibited from paying ransom but may fund forensics and recovery.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Teachers express difficulties with strict lesson plan deadlines affecting classroom adaptability.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 17 76 clarifies that out‑of‑network ground ambulance providers may balance‑bill patients and establishes a reimbursement floor when local government rates are not set; the committee passed the bill as agreed.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Andy Burns highlights funding challenges for home delivered groceries impacting seniors and disabled adults.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Judiciary Committee moved House Bill 1013 forward after sponsors said it creates a judicial petition process for certain nonviolent felons to seek restoration of firearm possession rights five years after completing their sentence; the Arkansas State Police testified in opposition and urged a 10‑year look-back. The committee voted to pass the bill by voice vote; an exact tally was not recorded in the transcript.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Jonathan Dismay introduced House Bill 1719 to clarify that the service of electronic prescription claims is not subject to sales tax; the committee advanced the bill by voice vote after testimony noting there is currently no revenue impact.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously approved consent items and a string of grant and contract actions — including funding modifications for Institute on Aging and Self Help for the Elderly, a Felton Institute grant modification, and new multi‑year agreements for housing, community living and transportation programs — and reappointed advisory council members.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 13 12, negotiated between the Arkansas Ambulance Association and Blue Cross Blue Shield, sets guidelines and rates for in‑network ground ambulance services without requiring a provider network; the committee voted to pass the bill.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Secretary Oliva discusses potential solutions for distressed school district's transportation challenges.
San Francisco County, California
Board of Supervisors facilitates hybrid meetings for equitable public access and comments.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 1045, presented by Representative Howard Beatty (D-95), would phase out the corporate throwback sourcing rule over seven years to reduce an immediate $74,000,000 fiscal hit and make Arkansas more competitive for manufacturers and distribution centers; the Department of Commerce and the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce testified in support and the committee advanced the bill by voice vote.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The committee passed an amended bill that restores certain franchise participants, makes parts retroactive to the 1977 franchise act, removes a 1991 exemption, and requires financial-stability checks before intra-family franchise transfers; venue for disputes is moved to Arkansas courts.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Educators express challenges in meeting lesson plan requirements due to classroom dynamics.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 1624, presented by Representative Howard Beatty (D-95), would amend the Water Resource Conservation Development Incentives Act to include Chico County among counties eligible for income tax credits for surface-water conversion projects; the committee advanced the measure by voice vote after sponsors said it was an omission from prior redistricting and would be revenue-neutral under the current cap.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DAS staff presented the FY2023–24 area plan update required by the Older Americans Act and the Dignity Fund services and allocation plan, outlining service projections, equity priorities and funding mechanics; commissioners were warned the city’s budget shortfall could limit scheduled Dignity Fund increases.
San Francisco County, California
Airport Commission finalizes critical lease to support flight operations and city recovery.
San Francisco County, California
Board authorizes funding for security personnel at Planned Parenthood amid rising threats to patients.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Revenue & Tax Committee advanced House Bill 1172, sponsored by Representative DanBot (D-87), to explicitly classify large chicken composters as farm machinery so they qualify for existing farm-equipment tax exemptions; sponsors and members said the clarification is revenue-neutral.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Planners discuss adding lanes and promoting active transportation to alleviate congestion.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Chesterfield promotes placing life-saving medication in schools to combat fentanyl overdoses.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Committee adopts amendment to establish framework for lottery scholarships and industry participation.
San Francisco County, California
Committee reviews $63 million bond for Hunters Point Shipyard's 121-unit affordable housing project.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Residents voice concerns over rising childcare costs and lack of available centers in Park City.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
A joint session of the education committees adopted an amendment establishing a lottery scholarship framework that makes vocational programs, junior colleges and certificate-for-licensure programs eligible and then passed House Bill 1417 as amended. Members said Higher Education rules will define included industries.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senators discuss bill allowing parents to request lesson plans while addressing potential teacher burdens.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco Public Defender's Office approves funding for new immigration defense positions.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
HB 1654 would exempt sales and use taxes for a data center locating in the state if it meets conditions: at least $500 million in project cost, at least $1 million in annual payroll, exemptions for equipment, certain services and electricity, and demonstration to ADC of no revenue impact. The committee approved the bill by voice vote.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
The Summit County Council unanimously approves April as Parkinson's Awareness Month to enhance education.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Committee highlights 2.76 percent adequacy funding rise amid LEARN's new financial support.
San Francisco County, California
Commission seeks funding support for energy efficiency program targeting food service businesses.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Legislators propose emergency bill to aid Marvel district facing imminent consolidation pressures.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Parents voice worries about children enduring 60 to 70-mile bus commutes.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Nicole Nickerson shares her insights during public comments at a Camas meeting.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
HB 1826 would fund or authorize training so field officers and auditors receive up-to-date instruction on new tax legislation; the Senate Revenue & Tax committee approved the bill by voice vote after a short presentation and no public testimony.
San Francisco County, California
Department of Public Health expands staff with $3.6M grant for enhanced health services.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Committee approves bill to enhance opportunities for soccer players amid scheduling conflicts
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Council members discuss establishing a regional housing authority and pursuing biomass industry opportunities.
REVENUE & TAX - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Revenue & Tax committee voted to advance House Bill 1779, which would extend a statutory window created by Act 539 to capture expansions relating to wood energy products; proponents said projects would require a cost-benefit analysis before state costs could arise.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Arkansas introduces a flexible adult diploma program to help 300,000 uncredentialed adults.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
An amendment to House Bill 17 38 (a parents' bill of rights) was approved after staff said the language "harmonize[s] with learns" and added a FERPA reference. Committee debate focused on the October 1 availability date, teacher workload, and the scope of notification; the sponsor agreed to pull the bill for further revision.
San Francisco County, California
OCI's new housing project includes a rare five-bedroom unit to address community needs.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Council discusses future traffic solutions, including roundabouts and interchange improvements.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Evans proposes 2.8% funding increase for Arkansas public schools amid inflation concerns
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Missy Irvin ran HB 10‑11 to allow Arkansas Medicaid to reimburse depression screening for pregnant women; DHS staff said Medicaid may already cover such screening inconsistently, and the committee voted to pass the bill to ensure reimbursement and coding.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Sen. Missy Irvin presented House Bill 17 33, the Arkansas Right to Play Act, saying it clarifies McKinney‑Vento students' eligibility to participate in school athletics and incorporates language to allow some club soccer participation; the committee approved the bill by voice vote.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee voted to forward a resolution approving issuance of up to $63 million in tax‑exempt multifamily housing revenue notes to support construction of 112 100% affordable units on Hunters Point Shipyard Blocks 52 & 54, a project estimated at about $133 million and scheduled to start construction in May 2023.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Council considers adding childcare initiatives to work plan after public comments highlight need.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Lawmakers debated House Bill 15O4, which includes an emergency clause to give a small, isolated district immediate access to provisions in the LEARNS Act after the state board placed it at level 5; committee approved a do-pass recommendation after supporters said delay could force annexation.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Broadway seeks to simplify governance for potential community college conversions in Arkansas.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senators passed HB 16‑81 to prohibit municipalities and political subdivisions from creating universal basic income programs; an initial roll call reported an insufficient number of yes votes, but the sponsor reintroduced and the measure later passed in committee.
San Francisco County, California
The committee forwarded two ordinances to provide roughly $1.05 million in settlement funds and to add two positions to support immigration legal defense in the Public Defender’s immigration unit; the office described a successful class action and urged sustained funding for appeals work.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Lawmakers voted to advance HB 14‑46 to add Department of Human Services oversight and quality standards for psychiatric residential treatment facilities; hospitals warned the bill risks duplicative regulation while sponsors said consistent quality standards are needed for vulnerable children.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee forwarded a $4.5 million CPUC‑restricted appropriation to implement a Clean Power SF program that will fund energy assessments and install efficient equipment for restaurants, grocery and nonprofit food service entities, using an energy services company under an RFP.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Board reviews pedestrian bridge options for East Side roundabout enhancing safety and connectivity.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Committee passes bills restructuring board appointments and enhancing community service credit flexibility.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Linda Chesterfield told the Senate Education Committee House Bill 15 14 would "afford[] us an opportunity to save children's lives," designate opioid-overdose medication for placement in schools and use opioid-division funds to pay for it. The committee approved a do-pass recommendation by voice vote.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Representative Richmond McGrew's HB 16‑46, which would require a three‑bid spec from separate lighting agencies on public projects to increase competition, prompted strong industry opposition that argued existing procurement rules already promote competition; the motion died for lack of a second.
San Francisco County, California
The committee recommended an ordinance to accept approximately $3.6 million in state funding to expand the Department of Public Health’s population health capacity and add 17 grant‑funded positions, with DPH saying it will pursue future grants to sustain roles if needed.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Council adopted redline amendments to the 2023 work plan emphasizing growth management and added language to address short-term rentals under local housing choice; members agreed to continue exploring biomass industry feasibility and keep childcare under consideration with stakeholder engagement.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Arkansas legislation confirms safe rooms in educational facilities can be funded but details remain unresolved.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
A Senate public‑health committee stalled HB 17‑05 after debate over whether physical therapists should be required to perform an initial in‑person examination before providing telehealth services; supporters said hands‑on assessment is critical to safety, opponents pointed to policy inconsistency and limited evidence.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Lawmakers propose vital legislation aimed at enhancing protection for Arkansas law enforcement personnel.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Hammers presents legislation enabling students to test for school reentry after dropping out.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
House Bill 1766, approved by the Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee, transfers the state fire marshal duties from State Police to the Department of Emergency Management, consolidates two fire boards, creates a registry of certified firefighters and reallocates unclaimed and growth funds from Act 833 to support fire marshal services and grants.
San Francisco County, California
The Budget & Finance Committee amended and forwarded an ordinance allowing the Department of Public Health to award up to $400,000 to Planned Parenthood Northern California to fund on‑site security for up to two years, with an annual report on contractor, staffing and incidents required.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
New bill lets governors deny pardon requests with prejudice for their term in office.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
The council interviewed applicants for Timberline Special Service District and the Recreation, Arts and Parks (RAP Tax) Cultural committee; Gail Rose was appointed to the RAPTAC cultural seat to fill an unexpired term through June 30, 2023; the Timberline vacancy decision will be made at a future meeting.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
McAvoy's bill aims to prevent excessive student travel by state intervention.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Presentation highlights lack of wraparound services for seniors suffering from dementia and eviction.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Following a unanimous Board of Health recommendation, the Summit County Council adopted a proclamation declaring April 2023 as Parkinson’s Awareness Month and heard a presentation describing prevalence, care costs, and need for research and specialist access.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee approved Senate Resolution 54, asking the Arkansas Department of Health to extend medical marijuana patient card renewals from one year to two years without raising the $50 fee and to offer a 50% discount for seniors and veterans. The resolution is nonbinding.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senate committee approves legislation for fatal fentanyl delivery and enhanced penalties for assaulting officers.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Chesterfield highlights hardships faced by Snow Lake students due to lengthy commutes.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
County staff and UDOT presented a study of the Silver Summit interchange that found existing operations failing and modeled two leading alternatives: a costly Single-Point Urban Interchange (SPUI) and a lower-cost but more land-intensive dual-roundabout option; council members favored phased roundabout improvements and asked staff to revisit right-of-way needs before recording nearby plat amendments.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Gilmore and Representative Gasaway present bills to enhance penalties for domestic violence and human trafficking.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Council approved a bikeshare enterprise budget amendment and added charter positions (travel demand planner, bike mechanics) to bring bike-share operations in-house on a phased basis; staff said initial capital and startup costs will create short-term operating losses before sponsorship and revenue growth offset expenses.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senators pass bills increasing penalties for fleeing and funding for drug task forces.