Rep. Julie Reyes Oda

Pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement negotiated for Bargaining Unit (5) and subject to the availability of funds, provides annual salary step increases for public school teachers who have completed a year's satisfactory service and comply with specified requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Authorizes the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to utilize student education partnerships to increase the amount of mental health care providers in correctional facilities across the State. Appropriates funds.

Establishes certain minimum registered nurse-to-patient staffing requirements for hospitals. No later than 9/1/2025, requires hospitals to create hospital registered nurse staffing committees. Beginning 7/1/2026, requires hospitals to implement registered nurse staffing plans. Appropriates funds.

Prohibits the removal of a manufacturer- or factory-installed speed limiting device from an electric bicycle. Requires the Department of Transportation to develop a traffic safety education program and a public awareness campaign. Appropriate funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Maddy summaryHB 875 allocates state funds for a dedicated tour guide position within the State Capitol's Public Access Room to enhance visitor experiences for tourism. The bill directly affects Capitol tourism operations by creating a permanent staff role focused on guiding public tours. Key provision: It appropriates specific budget resources for this position, rather than changing existing tourism policies. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing solely on funding a new staff role to support visitor access. (Note: The bill was recommended for deferral by the committee as of February 5, 2025.)

Disallows the use of campaign funds to purchase up to two tickets for an event or fundraiser held by another candidate or committee. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Requires counties to grant building permits within sixty days if the application is stamped and certified by a licensed engineer and architect and other certain conditions are met.

Maddy summaryHB 1415 authorizes the state to issue general obligation bonds and allocate existing state funds for capital improvement projects within the 40th Representative District. This bill directly affects residents and local infrastructure in that district by providing funding for construction or upgrades to public facilities, roads, or community assets. The key mechanism is the legal authorization to access bond financing and state appropriations specifically for district-wide capital projects. The bill does not specify individual projects but establishes the funding framework for future district improvements.

Establishes a paid family leave program for state and county employees. Authorizes a qualifying employee to take up to twelve weeks of paid leave for the birth or placement of a child or to care for a family member who has a serious health condition.

Requires the department of education to prohibit cell phone use during the instructional day, prohibit student access to social media through the school's internet, and implement a social media education campaign. Creates exemptions for students requiring accommodations, emergency situations, and teacher authorizations.