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The meeting began with a prayer and roll call. The primary purpose was to discuss resolutions and the special order calendar for the following day. Representative Faulkner led the discussion on several resolutions, which were adopted in mass, including HGR 148, HGR 154, HGR 156, HGR 172, HGR 180, and SJR 51. Individual resolutions were then considered, starting with HR 181 by Daniels, designating March as Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness Month, which was adopted. Other resolutions included H.R. 153 declaring February 24, 2026, as Alabama Lynx Day, and HCR 149 naming a highway in Conecuh County after Larry Ryland, both of which were adopted. Additional resolutions commended various individuals and organizations, recognized specific days, and encouraged actions related to healthcare and economic development, all of which were adopted. The committee then moved to discuss bills, starting with a health care bill to prohibit balance billing and set minimum reimbursement rates for emergency medical service providers. The bill was amended and received a favorable report after some discussion regarding its implications for state employees and insurance coverage. Next, House Bill 444, concerning seafood labeling compliance, was presented and also received a favorable report. The committee then discussed a bill regarding distinctive tags for firefighters, which passed without opposition. Senate Bill 252, related to the Governor's Mansion Authority employees, was presented and received a favorable report. The committee then reviewed the 2026 supplemental appropriation recommendation from the Opioid Commission, which allocated funds to various departments for opioid prevention and treatment, and this bill also received a favorable report. Senate Bill 58, addressing retirement contributions for public servants convicted of corruption, was discussed and received a favorable report as well. The meeting concluded with a discussion on state revenue trends, noting increases in various tax receipts, and was adjourned.