Tom James
S13
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it establishes a hotline for reporting waste, fraud, and abuse while ensuring that reports are reviewed to avoid unnecessary hearings.
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S13
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it establishes a hotline for reporting waste, fraud, and abuse while ensuring that reports are reviewed to avoid unnecessary hearings.
R · S30
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill, agreeing with previous speakers who highlighted its benefits in protecting against harassment and addressing fraud.
R · S28
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because it creates a system where people are paid or encouraged to report others for minor grievances, reminiscent of historical abuses.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill, noting that the sponsor has addressed specific concerns raised by stakeholders during its development.
R · S01
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because adding a three-year trial period via an amendment addresses concerns about its utility.
R · S30
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill as a worthwhile exercise to gather reports on fraud and reduce citizen frustration over three years.
R · S02
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it uses standard government terms and relies on the Department of Audit to determine fraud or abuse cases.
R · S25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because recent improvements have removed concerns about creating a wasteful bureaucratic entity, making it worth trying for three years.
S13
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker states that the bill is necessary to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse currently occurring within the state on the board of mercy.
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The amendment modifies the bill by adding specific requirements for classifying reports as unfounded and continuing investigations when necessary, while also changing disciplinary actions for unauthorized disclosure of information.
The amendment adds a provision to repeal certain sections of the bill on July 1, 2025.