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The Senate Bill 2265 Conference Committee convened on April 23, 2025, to address amendments and finalize discussions regarding the proposed legislation. The meeting began with a roll call, confirming the presence of all committee members, including Senators Clary, Makram, Meyer, and Representatives Brown, Grinberg, and Rohrer.
Senator Meyer introduced Amendment 25.0992.030, which was prepared shortly before the meeting. The amendment was prompted by feedback from the United States Veterans Affairs, which raised concerns about planning and oversight for a cemetery project. The amendment clarified that the planning would be conducted by a nonprofit organization rather than the VA, which would only approve the application. This change aimed to ensure proper oversight and final approval of the project plan before construction begins.
During the discussion, Representative Rohrer inquired about the planning responsibilities and the terminology change from "chapel" to "welcome center." Senator Meyer explained that the nonprofit would handle the planning and that the terminology adjustment was made to encompass additional facilities, such as restrooms and office space, making the project more comprehensive.
The committee confirmed that no significant changes to the design were made, maintaining the original vision for the project. Following the discussion, a motion was made to adopt the conference committee amendments in place of the House amendments. The motion received unanimous support from the committee members.
The meeting concluded with the designation of Senator Meyer and Representative Brown as carriers for the bill, ensuring that the proposed legislation would move forward in the legislative process. Overall, the committee's discussions were focused on refining the bill to address oversight concerns while maintaining the integrity of the original project design.
Converted from SB 2265 Conference Committee Apr 23, 2025 meeting on April 23, 2025
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