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• She said Jason Stock from the Timberland Owners Association, David Den Woody, the director of the Space
• Space Force and invited David Dinwoody and Thaddus Dickinson to come up together.
• Space Force and invited David Dinwoody and Thaddus Dickinson to come up together.
• David Dinwoody introduced himself as the defense force director at the New Boston Space Force Station
• David Dinwoody said he has worked at the New Boston Space Force Station for the last 15 years and has

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• Senator David Paige for the minority of the committee. We have a number of amendments here.
• We are now on to pass on the original motion, and the chair recognizes Representative David Paige.
• ><01:20:23.360> Amendment<01:20:23.920> sen<01:20:24.120> of<01:20:24.320> David
• <01:20:24.760> page pass with Amendment sen of David page pass with Amendment sen of David
• Senator David Paige presents the minority report of the committee, having considered the same, being

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Representative David Priest said, “Good morning, Mr. Chair and members of this committee.
• Um, Representative<00:24:31.840> David<00:24:32.159> Priest.
• Oh, Representative David Priest continued, “Good morning, Mr.
• Representative David Priest laid out the... current?
• Representative David Priest. >> Good morning, Mr. Chairman and members of the committee.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• David Maxon Jr., followed by Doris Basell. Good morning.
• My name is David Maxon Jr. I'm a Hooksett resident, educated and proud Granite Stater.
• Scott Phyllis, followed by David Trumble.
• I'm going to reopen the hearing on House Bill 148 and recognize David Trumble.
• committee members my name is David committee members my name is David Trumble<02:17:04.319> I'm

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The House Judiciary Committee opened a hearing on House Bill 148, which Rep. Jim Kofalt said is the same language as last year’s HB 396, vetoed by the governor. He described the bill as allowing, but not requiring, separation by biological sex in three areas: bathrooms and locker rooms, houses of correction, and certain athletic competitions. Kofalt argued the bill would give local school boards and other policymakers discretion to set practical rules, citing concerns about safety, privacy, and a Milford incident involving a biological male in girls’ locker rooms. Committee members pressed him on the lack of a definition of “biological sex,” and he said he did not think one was necessary because males and females are commonly understood. He also said the bill was meant to address situations where outside groups threaten lawsuits and leave local boards with no latitude. Testimony then split sharply. Supporters, including Executive Counselor Karen Hill and several others, said HB 148 would roll back anti-discrimination protections, contradict New Hampshire’s “Live Free or Die” values, and harm transgender and non-binary people. Opponents described the bill as discriminatory and unnecessary, arguing that existing bathroom and sports policies already work and that the bill would invite harassment, invasive enforcement, and legal conflict. Several speakers, including trans residents and parents of trans children, said they had used public restrooms without incident and warned that enforcement would be impractical or abusive. One supporter argued the bill was needed to protect girls’ privacy and safety and cited school sports disputes and a concern about a sex offender at a game as examples of why sex-segregated rules should be restored. Committee members asked questions about how biological sex would be defined, whether the bill was responding to real incidents in New Hampshire, and how any restrictions would be enforced. Kofalt said he was aware of issues in several school districts and at the State House, but did not have detailed documentation for every case. No vote or final action was taken in the portion of the hearing provided; the chair instead moved through public testimony under a strict two-minute limit and noted that follow-up questions would be limited so the committee could hear multiple bills that day.

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• My name is David Rosson. I am the today. My name is David Rosson.
• David Ross said, “I’ll provide the written testimony. Thank you.”
• So, starting with David.
• Sincerely, David Blair, Harrisville, New Hampshire.
• Um would you like a copy of David? David? David? >> Sure. >> Sure. >> Sure.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The House Committee on Health, Human Services, and Elderly Affairs heard HB 1790-FN, which would address involuntary admissions for certain individuals with a substance use disorder. Representative Lucy Weber introduced the bill for Representative Long, and the committee heard extensive testimony both in support of and in opposition to the proposal. Opponents, including John Burns of SOS Recovery and Jake Barry of New Futures, argued that involuntary commitment is not well supported by research, can retraumatize people, may increase overdose risk after release, and could undermine New Hampshire’s existing recovery and harm-reduction efforts. They emphasized that treatment should be voluntary, trauma-informed, and paired with housing, recovery supports, and other community-based services. Representative Long said he was willing to accept DHHS’s request to amend the bill into a study commission, though he expressed concern that a prior state study had not led to action. He said the commission should focus on implementation details, including where people would be placed, staffing, withdrawal management, elopement prevention, length of commitment, and aftercare. He described involuntary commitment as one tool for people with severe dangerous addictions, distinct from drug court, and said it could help avoid criminal records. Committee members asked about capacity at New Hampshire Hospital and how the proposal would work in practice. DHHS officials Katya Fox and Cynthia Pabonis testified that the bill raises major policy and fiscal concerns. They said New Hampshire’s current system has benefited from investments in naloxone, medication-assisted treatment, recovery centers, and community-based services, and that those investments have helped reduce overdose deaths. They estimated the bill would require a new 70-bed facility costing about $40 million to build and about $33.3 million annually to operate, with only a small portion offset by insurance, plus more than $600,000 in annual legal costs and additional staffing and system changes. They also said New Hampshire Hospital has 185 beds, with about 100 patients typically ready for less restrictive settings, and that housing shortages are a major bottleneck. NAMI New Hampshire also testified in opposition, saying families often want any possible treatment for loved ones but still opposed the bill. No vote or final action was taken in the hearing.

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• the prime sponsor, Representative David the prime sponsor, Representative David Priest.<00:35:04.320
• I'm David Priest. I am a representative of Hillsboro 17 in Manchester.
• I'm Representative David Frack, Grafton 16, the town of Enfield.
• Representative David schedule here. Representative David Priest.
• Representative David Priest. Mr.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard public testimony on HB 1065, a housing bill that would clarify when multifamily and mixed-use housing may be allowed on commercially zoned land, define infrastructure standards, and preserve municipal discretion over where such development can occur. Prime sponsor Representative David Priest said the bill is intended to help address the housing shortage by using already developed commercial areas without overriding local planning. The New Hampshire Municipal Association, through Brody Dees, said it supports the bill and views it as a priority, but noted it is still discussing related language with stakeholders and wants clearer definitions for multifamily development, infrastructure, and adaptive reuse while preserving local control over commercial land use. Testimony was mixed. Ivy Van, a certified planner, opposed the bill because she said the infrastructure language is too restrictive and could exclude properties served by private utilities or septic systems. Chris Freeman, a housing provider, was generally supportive but recommended technical changes, arguing the infrastructure definition may be too broad and that the adaptive reuse language could unintentionally block useful building modifications. He said the bill should be clarified so it does not discourage reuse projects. The committee then moved to discussion of an accessory dwelling unit bill, with Representative Turkot describing changes that would shift some ADU approvals from a matter of right to conditional use or special exception, allow municipalities more control over attached versus detached units, set parking standards tied to single-family dwellings, and adjust size limits. He argued the bill would restore local discretion and prevent ADUs from becoming primarily rental units. Representative Reed pushed back, saying detached ADUs can help meet housing needs and provide opportunities for small landlords, while other members questioned how the bill would affect existing detached structures and breezeways. No votes were taken in the excerpt, and the chair also noted a recess and time limits for later testimony.

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• Barudi, please, and on deck is Representative David Love.
• Barudi, please, and on deck is Representative David Love.
• And on deck is David Bobo. Good afternoon. My name is Kim Hokinson.
• Hokinson thank you and on Deck is David Hokinson thank you and on Deck is David bio bio bio Bobo
• David Bobo, please, is next testimony.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• But I do want to acknowledge, we were joined by Representative David Beale of Boston.
• to do—I'm finished with this; we'll turn over the questions—but please, before I do, we've got DA David
• David, anything? District Attorney Sullivan, my jurisdiction is Hampshire and Franklin County.
• My name is David Wilson, and I'm the Executive Director of the State Ethics Commission.
• My name is David Falcone.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing was held in Clinton Town Hall as part of the Joint Committee on Ways and Means’ budget review, with local officials welcoming legislators and noting the long agenda of many panels. The main presentation was from Secretary Terrence Reedy of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, who outlined the Healey-Driscoll administration’s FY26 proposal for the secretariat, including a $1.7 billion budget and a 7% increase over FY25. He described investments in emergency preparedness, hate-crime prevention, reentry programming, technology modernization, internships, and public safety training, while also noting some reductions driven by resource constraints, including cuts to certain grant programs and administrative costs. Committee members also raised concerns about federal uncertainty and how it could affect state budgets and public safety planning. A major portion of the questioning focused on the Department of Correction. Secretary Reedy and Commissioner Sean Jenkins said the biggest challenges are staffing, officer wellness, facility safety, and contraband—especially K2. They described steps taken at MCI Souza and other facilities, including reducing population at the maximum-security unit, changing management, removing metal products and free weights, improving screening and roll calls, adding a rapid response team, and increasing investigative and technological efforts to combat K2. They also discussed the closure of MCI Concord, saying it was driven by high maintenance costs and staffing needs, and explained that savings are being used to improve staffing patterns and address deferred maintenance over time rather than producing immediate large budget reductions. Members also questioned the budget’s impact on police training and community policing. The administration defended the increase in police academy tuition from $3,200 to $6,000 as reflecting true training costs and said it would still be subsidized by the state, while acknowledging the burden on small municipalities. They said the MPTC is expanding regional training and considering proposals such as Greenfield Community College’s. On community policing, officials emphasized uniform statewide training, de-escalation, and communication skills. The State Police also announced an outside review of the academy by the International Association of Chiefs of Police and said the next class will be split into two smaller groups to improve oversight and allow quicker implementation of recommendations. Other topics included ICE and federal immigration enforcement, with Reedy saying state law prohibits Massachusetts law enforcement from acting in a civil immigration capacity and that no state dollars were used in the Tufts-related ICE operation mentioned by a member. Senators and representatives also raised the upcoming FIFA World Cup, warning that it will require significant public safety resources and likely federal funding. Additional discussion covered restorative justice and juvenile diversion, health care costs in DOC, electronic health records, and the need for more diverse and culturally competent public safety staffing. No votes were taken during the hearing.

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• For the record, my name is Senator David Roert representing Senate District 1.
• For the record, my name<00:10:16.399> is<00:10:16.560> Senator<00:10:16.880> David
• c><00:10:17.120> Roert<00:10:17.600> representing name is Senator David Roert representing
• name is Senator David Roert representing Senate<00:10:18.320> District<00:10:18.640> 1.
• Senator David Waters, District 4, here to introduce Senate Bill 565.

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• >> Now<00:21:22.480> we<00:21:22.640> have<00:21:22.880> David<00:21:23.280
• My name is David Trumbull from the town of Aware.
• Now we have David Trumbull. taking my question. Do you anticipate taking my question.
• Now<00:55:40.800> we<00:55:41.040> have<00:55:41.440> David<00:55:41.760> Trumble
• My name is David Trumbull. I'm from the town of Aware. Thank you for the opportunity to testify.

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• David Brock. I'm interim executive director for entrepreneurship and innovation with the cabinet.
• David<01:10:34.480> Brock.
• <01:10:34.880> I'm<01:10:35.120> interim<01:10:35.520> executive David Brock
• I'm interim executive David Brock.
• He said that, for instance, and this isn’t, as David said, with two months left, the numbers they are

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Government Contract Committee met with a quorum, observed a moment of silence for Representative McCool after the death of his sister, and approved the April 14 minutes. The committee then reviewed a large agenda of contracts and amendments, beginning with a deferred Office of the Controller procurement involving broker services. Members questioned why a contract that had previously been handled for about $300,000 annually was now priced at about $1 million, and why the procurement was limited to one year. Office of the Controller staff said the prior vendor had held the work for more than 20 years, the work had previously been treated as not practical to bid, and the new RFP was intended to increase competition. They said the technical evaluation was scored before cost was considered, that past performance was not scored because it was seen as unreliable, and that AON received the highest technical score despite not being the lowest bidder. After discussion, the committee voted to take no action and let the contract proceed to the Finance Cabinet, with members noting continuing concerns about the pricing and process. The committee next considered a DCBS memorandum of agreement amendment for language services. DCBS representatives said the additional funding did not come from a new cut elsewhere, but from reduced spending on interpreter services because commonly used forms had been translated into other languages, freeing up funds for the contract. The committee approved the item unanimously. The final major item discussed was an initial contract for the Board of Hairdressers and Cosmetologists for legal services. Board staff said the board had been without a permanent general counsel since March 2024 and had relied on special and conflict counsel because of unusually heavy litigation, including 11 active cases, plus broader disciplinary and licensing changes tied to recent legislation and an oversight report. They said the contract was a not-to-exceed amount funded entirely by agency fees and that the board was currently running a surplus. Senator Thomas urged support, citing prior legislation and oversight findings about problems at the board and saying the contract was needed to help the board address ongoing litigation and corrective work. The committee approved the contract and then approved the remaining agenda items without objection, sending them forward.

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• David Zo may also ask the Nen and Mr.
• David Zo may also ask the complainant's<00:04:48.759> questions.
• David Z. Thank you, Madam Chair. Mr.

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• David Vulman. I'm a comprehensive ophthalmologist who practices in Minneapolis.
• <00:16:15.440> David proceed. Thank you. My name is Dr. David proceed. Thank you.
• David Vulman.<00:16:16.160> I'm<00:16:16.240> a<00:16:16.399> comprehensive Vulman
• David Vulman, comprehensive ophthalmologist from Minneapolis: Madam Chair and committee members, thank

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Okay, Lur David Araa in opposition, and we do have Aloha Strong in support as well as the HAW Alliance
• Lur Land Use Research, David Arawa, in opposition. Hawaii Farm Bureau, in opposition.
• :41:45.839> use lur land use lur land use research<00:41:47.839> uh<00:41:48.599> David
• Arawa<00:41:49.920> in<00:41:50.359> opposition<00:41:51.359> uh research uh David
• Arawa in opposition uh research uh David Arawa in opposition uh Hawaii<00:41:51.839> Farm<00:

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Summary: The committee heard testimony on several water, land, and conservation measures. HB 86, which would fund a permanent DLNR Makai Watch coordinator position, drew strong support from DLNR and community advocates. Testifiers said the coordinator is needed to connect community-based nearshore monitoring groups with government, support training and reporting, and provide stable civil-service funding instead of relying on grants and philanthropy. The committee discussed the position’s duties and cost, estimated at about $110,000 with fringe benefits, and noted broad support from organizations including Kuaʻulu, The Nature Conservancy, OHA, and others. HB 36, relating to state water code penalties, was also supported in principle by DLNR, but the agency proposed amendments to create two tiers of violations, distinguish first-time/non-harmful violations from repeat or harmful ones, and give the commission discretion on whether each day counts as a continuing violation. DLNR said the bill is intended to address egregious cases such as Red Hill while avoiding undue impact on small farmers and others without malicious intent. Testifiers from the Board of Water Supply, Lono Initiative, and others supported stronger penalties and transparency, while Earthjustice raised concerns about broader structural issues and the risk of penalties being applied unfairly. The committee then heard HB 316, which appropriates funds to continue the Green Jobs Youth Corps program. DLNR, the Hawaiʻi State Energy Office, Kōkua, The Nature Conservancy, and other groups testified in support, describing the program as a workforce pipeline that places young professionals in communities, builds trust, and helps recruit future state employees. Supporters said the program has expanded capacity in watershed and reef management and has drawn extensive public backing. Finally, HB 506, funding equipment for the Oʻahu branch of DOCARE, received support from DLNR and others. DOCARE said recent recruit classes are moving through training, that the new positions will expand patrol capacity, including nighttime enforcement, and that the Oʻahu-specific funding is tied to priorities such as the Māʻili Bay herbivore rules. The committee also began hearing HB 510 on water shortage and emergency declarations. DLNR proposed limiting shortage declarations to 90 days unless extended, capping groundwater reductions at 20% for lower-priority permits, removing climate-crisis language as a standalone criterion, and moving the process into rulemaking for more public input. The Board of Water Supply supported the bill and the proposed changes, while Earthjustice urged deferral absent broader Water Commission reforms. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided; the chair indicated the committee would be decision-making after the hearing on items on the agenda.

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• Uh, thank you, Chair Davids. Um, thank you for your testimony, and thank you for your service.
• Thank you, Chair Davids.
• Gomez any repres Norris thank you chair Gomez any repres Norris thank you chair David<01:33:48.199>
• 48.520> thank<01:33:48.679> my<01:33:48.880> testifiers<01:33:49.440> for David
• want to thank my testifiers for David want to thank my testifiers for joining<01:33:49.960> me

Bills: HF169, HF195, HF194, HF1756, HF2133

Keywords: HF169, Minnesota insurance, health plan, summary of benefits and coverage, SBC, patient assistance program, deductible, health insurer, consumer disclosure, out-of-pocket costs, medical assistance funds, copay assistance, health coverage transparency, chapter 62Q, enrollee, HF195, Fairmont, street reconstruction, bonding bill, capital investment

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• Davids.
• gentleoman from Kansas, Miss Davids. gentleoman from Kansas, Miss Davids.
• Since the Camp David Summit, all three countries have experienced changes in executive leadership.
• <04:05:12.319> countries<04:05:12.720> have David Summit, all three countries have David
• recognize administration officials David recognize administration officials David Copley,<04:54:

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, June 8, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• David Trumbull. Good morning, Madam Chair and committee members.
• Uh, my name is David Trumbull. I'm from the town of Aware. I support this bill for a few reasons.
• I'm from the my name is David Trumbull. I'm from the town<01:15:21.920> aware.
• David Daniel. >> Sorry. I know my chicken scraper. So I am, uh, good afternoon.
• Daniel.<02:44:34.960> David Daniel. David Daniel. David Daniel. Daniel. Daniel.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The chair calls Representative David Frack. >> Could you see if David Frack is in all?
• >> The chair calls um Representative David >> The chair calls um Representative David
• >> Could you see if David Frack is in all?
• >> Could you see if David Frack is in all? Representative<00:11:06.640> Frack.
• c> um,<02:47:21.120> original I feel David Love's um, original I feel David Love's um, original

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• David Crowley. Erica Russell and on deck will be Dr. David Crowley.
• David Crowley, ... Good morning. I am Dr. David Crowley.
• "Katherine Tucker, and on deck will be David L. Larue."
• "Katherine Tucker, and on deck will be David L. Larue." "David L. Larue? Okay, thank you all right.
• David Larue, and on deck will be Ryan McKennon. My name is David Larue.

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Summary: The House Judiciary Committee opened with procedural remarks, including notice of an overflow room and a brief apology from Representative Andress about returning to his seat after introducing HB 114. The committee then took up HB 476, a proposed 15-week abortion ban. Chairman Lynn explained that a request to withdraw the bill had been filed, but because the bill was already scheduled for hearing, the committee would proceed with testimony and the withdrawal would require later House action. The chair also reminded witnesses to keep remarks to three minutes and asked the audience to remain respectful. Most testimony focused on abortion access, maternal health, and the likely effects of a 15-week limit. Opponents, including Nancy Pariser, Dr. Cynthia Rasmussen, Dr. Young, Bonnie Bruno, and others, argued that abortion restrictions increase maternal mortality, worsen miscarriage care, create “OB deserts,” and can delay emergency treatment in cases such as sepsis or ectopic pregnancy. Several speakers cited experiences from Texas and Georgia and warned that HB 476 contained no exceptions for rape, incest, or maternal health. Supporters of the bill, including Paul Galasso and Lynn Hill, framed abortion as the loss of unborn life and argued that 15 weeks still allows most abortions while saving lives; they also said New Hampshire’s current law is already adequate and that the bill should be strengthened rather than abandoned. Other witnesses emphasized practical and economic concerns, saying unwanted pregnancies can worsen poverty, childcare burdens, housing insecurity, and women’s lifetime earnings. Some speakers urged lawmakers to focus instead on affordable housing, childcare, and family support. No committee vote or final action on HB 476 occurred during the hearing; the meeting consisted of opening remarks and public testimony only.

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• And I'd like to invite the prime sponsor, Representative David Walker, up front and explain to us why
• prime And I'd like to invite the prime sponsor,<00:07:20.400> Representative<00:07:20.960> David
• <03:08:51.120> David Next, we'll call on Dave Healey.
• David Next, we'll call on Dave Healey.
• Uh my name is David >> Yep. Thank you.

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