Senate Finance advances SB 180 after narrow vote; amendments adopted
After extensive testimony and a series of sponsor amendments, the Finance Committee voted 5–4 to send Senate Bill 180 (childcare investment authority) to Appropriations. Sponsors said the amendments strengthen governance and reporting; opponents warned legal risk remains.
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After an extended hearing, the committee adopted sponsor amendments addressing board membership, the definition of earnings, reporting and a reserve target, then voted to advance SB 180 to Appropriations. Senator Marchman moved the motion and the tally was 5 in favor, 4 opposed.
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