The SB 2147 Conference Committee meeting held on April 24, 2025, commenced with all members present, establishing a quorum. The committee focused on finalizing amendments to Senate Bill 2147, particularly regarding the language and appropriation amounts.

The meeting began with a consensus on retaining the word "not" in the bill, which had previously been proposed for removal. This decision was crucial as it directly impacts the interpretation of the law. The committee then discussed the appropriation, with members indicating readiness to maintain it at $2 million, pending new fiscal reports.

Representative Richter proposed an amendment to restore the word "not" in several specific lines of the bill, ensuring clarity in the language. This amendment was seconded and discussed, with members confirming the need to replace the previous version of the bill with this new amendment.

Following the discussion, the committee voted on the proposed amendment, which passed unanimously. Subsequently, a motion was made for the bill to pass as amended, which also received unanimous support. Representative Richter was designated to carry the bill forward.

The meeting concluded with the committee's agreement on the next steps, including the preparation for the bill's presentation in the legislative process. Overall, the committee made significant progress in refining SB 2147, ensuring clarity and appropriateness in its language and funding.