At a Senate Institutions hearing on H.550, Commissioner John Murad said he is unaware of assaults by transgender women in Vermont facilities, described existing DOC policies and safety carve-outs, and warned that codifying older PREA language could reduce the department's operational flexibility. The committee did not vote.

The Washington Sentencing Guidelines Commission voted to support a first-time-offender sentencing alternative that, if adopted by the Legislature, would let eligible people avoid a felony conviction after successful completion of agreed terms; members agreed to use HB 22-17 as a starting point for drafting details.

House Bill 13 67 would let motorcyclists use the right shoulder of limited‑access highways in specified low‑speed congestion conditions; supporters said it reduces rear‑end exposure, while law enforcement, WSDOT and sheriffs warned it increases risks for riders and first responders and raises maintenance and enforcement costs.

Santa Clara County's intergovernmental relations staff presented edits to the county's 2026 legislative policies for the Public Safety and Justice chapter, reviewed recent state actions and reported several bills had been signed; the committee received the report and staff will bring the full platform to the Board Nov. 4

Board members evaluate property tax disparities affecting funding for Park City schools.

Lawmakers advocate for mandatory parental consent in minors' mental health care decisions.