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• The parking lot program is no longer in place.
• I also think we've done a lot of learning, and we have a lot of lessons learned from the previous rounds
• We've got a lot of water flooding problems.
• I have a lot of questions.
• I've seen, in those 25 years, a lot of state engineers, a lot of your general counsel, and a lot of your

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• There's a lot going on.
• I don't know about before they even make a move; there are lots of people doing lots of things.
• Because Nevada, if you've been there, has a lot of sun. We have a lot of sun. I've been there.
• I know a lot of...
• has had a lot of start-ups in the area.

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• <00:19:48.240> of large bill or there is a lot of large bill or there is a lot of basically
• Uh, one is that a lot of entirely.
• They figure out how to avoid a lot of the traps and a lot of the other pesticide options.
• <03:10:45.120> of<03:10:45.200> the a lot of the traps and a lot of the a lot of the
• It makes it better for lot easier.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Um, so we do have a lot of applications, but there weren't necessarily a lot of jobs, uh, departments
• You guys have a lot of vacancies.
• You guys have a lot at you guys stuff. You guys have a lot of<00:30:46.960> vacancies.
• there's a lot of that point. there's a lot of that point.
• <02:36:49.359> So there's a lot of um crossover. So there's a lot of um crossover.

Bills: SB1, SB4, SB6, SB9, SB16, SB17, SB20, SB22, SB28, SB29, SB36, SB41, SB45, SB77, SB85, SB87, SB96, SB98, SB110, SB126, SB139, SB143, SB164, SB167, SB171, SB186, SB188, SB195, SB197, SB198, SB204, SB205, SB206, SB207, SB209, SB210, SB211, SB217, SB219, SB220, SB225, SB231, SB237, SB238, SB241, SB244, SB246, SB247, SB272, SB294, SB315, SB346, SB364, SB366, SB367, SB386, SB392, SB403, SB415, SB427, SB431, SB437, SB457, SB459, SB469, SB471, SB478, SB484, SB489, SB502, SB503, SB507, SB508, SB510, SB516, SB517, SB518, SB519, SB521, SB535, SB543, SB550, SB564, SB568, SB570, SB575, SB577, SB578, SB590, SB607, SB616, SB621, SB634, SB644, SB647, SB649, SB652, SB655, SB656, SB663

Keywords: agricultural lands, foreign ownership, state agriculture policy, real estate regulation, land conservation, SB4, Royal Mausoleum, Mauna Ala, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, OHA, Department of Land and Natural Resources, DLNR, stewardship, Hawaiian affairs, cemetery, burial site, ancestral remains, cultural preservation, state land management, agency transfer

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• But do you have, you know, we've had a lot of problems—you had a lot of money and serve a lot of people—do
• DHS s me this email and says that a lot DHS s me this email and says that a lot of<00:25:01.240>
• <00:43:15.760> of a nursing home so there's a lot of a nursing home so there's a lot of Dynamics
• Because you got a lot of to-do people are taking notes. Thank you.
• Miss Bailey talked a lot about the financing around the program.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• lot and I did not hear him mention that. lot and I did not hear him mention that.
• AA is a a current the reference to lot AA is a a current parking<00:09:16.160> lot<00:09:16.400
• <00:10:00.840> on<00:10:01.080> lot parking surface parking lot on lot parking surface
• parking lot on lot double<00:10:01.600> A,<00:10:02.160> but<00:10:02.280> it<00
• That wouldn't be enough to create that green space on that parking surface parking lot on Lot AA, but

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Well, my guess is you'll find that what's in it are the heartfelt sentiments of lots and lots of people
• A lot of it is remarkable.
• It's a lot.
• Do a lot of very hard things.
• That was causing a lot of consternation for a lot of folks.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and recognized several guests, including a state champion Crossroads Academy girls basketball team and a Florida State University student intern. The chamber then turned to executive appointment confirmations reported by the Committee on Ethics and Elections and other reference committees under Rule 12.7, with Chair Don Gates explaining that the committee had reviewed the qualifications and suitability of the nominees and held public hearings where required. Members debated several confirmations at length. The report containing 186 appointments was adopted 31-0 after Senator Polsky explained her no votes on three nominees, citing concerns about past comments and ideological views. The Senate then confirmed Jeffrey Aaron to the Public Employee Relations Commission by a 26-10 vote after sharp debate over his role as counsel to the Hope Florida Foundation and allegations tied to the diversion of Medicaid settlement funds; supporters argued he was a competent lawyer and no formal action had been taken against him. Chavon Harris was confirmed as Secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration by a 32-5 vote, with supporters praising her work on Medicaid funding and opponents criticizing her prior leadership at DCF and the Hope Florida-related issues. Taylor Hatch was confirmed as Secretary of the Department of Children and Families by a 33-4 vote, despite concerns raised about SNAP/EBT compliance, child welfare practices, audits, and DCF’s handling of Hope Florida; supporters emphasized her commitment to reform and the difficulty of the agency’s mission. After a brief recess, the Senate held a lengthy recognition of outgoing President Kathleen Passidomo. Senators from both parties offered personal tributes focused on her leadership, toughness, humor, mentorship, and support for colleagues, especially women in the chamber. Several speakers also referenced her handling of difficult bills, her post-presidency service as Rules Chair, and her resilience after personal loss. No further legislative action was taken during the recognition segment.

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• <00:56:49.599> that<00:56:49.760> we've uh lot of lot of issues that we've uh lot of
• brought um their data um we talked a lot brought um their data um we talked a lot about<01:00:23.359
• <01:01:04.359> of full board meetings there was a lot of full board meetings there was a lot
• 2027 um I think we've seen this in a lot 2027 um I think we've seen this in a lot of<01:03:03.480
• that's great because that allows a lot that's great because that allows a lot of<01:15:08.760>

Bills: HF23, HF1355

Keywords: whistleblower, whistleblower protections, public employees, state employees, retaliation, reporting fraud, misuse of authority, personal gain, state government, state services, state programs, legislative auditor, constitutional officer, public corruption, fraud reporting, government accountability, employee rights, labor law, Minnesota Statutes 181.931, Minnesota Statutes 181.932

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• You know, the map apps have a lot of ability to send traffic down streets that a lot of the DOT directors
• You know, the map apps have a lot of ability to send traffic down streets that a lot of the DOT directors
• I do know that you have a lot more staff, a lot more folks, and the rest of us see from time to time
• So there's lots of work to do here.
• So I think we do have a lot of work to do, and I think there's a lot of registration and that type of

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• So there's a lot of differences and a lot of reasons for why there is a huge difference in breastfeeding
• rates between There's a lot of differences and a lot of reasons for why there is a huge difference in
• We have a lot of challenges in our population.
• I used to do it a lot as well.
• I could go on with a lot more stories.

Bills: HB2049, HB2050, HB2051, HB2072, HB2082, HB2085, HB2177, HB2178, HB2179, HB2183, HB2195

Keywords: radiation therapy, particle accelerator, critical access hospitals, patient care, rural healthcare, AHCCCS, lactation care, breastfeeding, health services, healthcare access, Cesar Chavez, public holiday, state law, holiday repeal, Arizona Revised Statutes, childhood cancer, rare diseases, research funding, healthcare, clinical trials

Summary: The committee opened with attendance and member introductions, then heard a series of health-related bills, many focused on access to care in rural and underserved communities. HB 2049 would allow particle accelerators for radiation therapy in critical access hospitals and counties under 400,000 population under general supervision; sponsors and rural oncology witnesses said it would reduce travel burdens for cancer patients while maintaining safety protocols. HB 2050 updated radiologic technologist statutes to align with current national standards, adjust accreditation and clinical-hour requirements, and allow radiologist assistants to work under supervision rather than direct supervision; an amendment also added registered nurses to the list of professionals not needing a separate license to use diagnostic X-ray machines. Both bills were supported by testimony about workforce shortages and access, though one member voted no on HB 2050 over concerns about oversight and board authority. Both measures received do-pass recommendations, with HB 2050 amended. The committee then unanimously advanced HB 2082, which creates a Childhood Cancer and Rare Childhood Disease Research Commission to award grants for phase-one pediatric cancer and rare disease trials. Testimony came from families affected by pediatric brain cancer, including a parent who described traveling internationally for treatment and a college student currently undergoing treatment who urged the state to invest in research. Members expressed strong sympathy and support, and the bill passed 12-0. Next, HB 2015 would require Access to cover breastfeeding and lactation services in multiple settings; the sponsor and medical witnesses described breastfeeding as preventive care with benefits for infants and mothers, while Access testified neutral and noted a fiscal estimate was being developed and that the amendment would protect the state if CMS does not approve the services. The bill, as amended, also received a unanimous do-pass recommendation. The committee also approved HB 2177, which directs Access to seek CMS waivers so tribal and Indian Health Service facilities can be reimbursed for certain covered services, including dental care, for American Indian and Alaska Native members. The sponsor and a Sage Memorial Hospital representative said the bill would help rural tribal facilities keep services local and maximize federal matching funds; it passed unanimously as amended. HB 2178, requiring a state agency medical chief officer to hold an active medical or osteopathic license, was described as a cleanup measure after a lapse in licensure exposed a statutory gap, and it also passed unanimously. HB 2179, which clarifies definitions separating air ambulance from ground ambulance regulation, was supported as a technical clarification to avoid unintended consequences and likewise received unanimous approval. Finally, the committee advanced HB 2183, which creates an emergency medicine study committee to examine Arizona’s EMS system, including rural and urban capacity, workforce burnout, uncompensated care, and emergency department utilization. The sponsor said the study would help the state understand system pressures and identify policy solutions; firefighters, health care advocates, and an emergency medicine nurse practitioner testified in support, emphasizing the ER’s role as the safety net and the strain from staffing shortages, rural closures, and high volumes. The bill was still under discussion at the end of the transcript, with testimony continuing after the initial supporters spoke.

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• That's a lot of money.
• They said they eat a lot. They cost a lot. There's a lot of things that are going on there.
• We've learned a lot, and I kind of—we've learned a lot about technology projects and how they fail.
• A lot of us championed it.
• There's a lot of opportunity; there's a lot of generosity here.

Keywords: 996, all

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• So that was a lot, and that was really quick.
• We've talked a lot about school board governance.
• Chairman, are we not adding lots and lots of credits to become a teacher and...
• I feel like there's a lot of little holes in here. A lot of little holes in here.
• I will say I really like it a lot better.

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• There are, of course, a lot of case law on this issue.
• That's a lot of the cases that we see here.
• I do this a lot. I talk to the legislature a lot.
• So there was a lot of unreviewed discretion from the decision makers, a lot of lack of transparency.
• That is a lot of what we work on.

Summary: The committee held a work session on tort liability and parole, with the chair explaining that the topics were linked because criminal justice reform and state liability often intersect, especially in cases involving child welfare and corrections. Staff first outlined Washington’s tort liability framework, including the state’s broad waiver of sovereign immunity, statutes governing mandatory reporting and investigation of abuse, the childhood sexual abuse statute of limitations, and the lack of caps on non-economic damages. Staff and presenters also compared Washington to other states and noted that Washington remains among the broadest states for state liability and childhood sexual abuse claims. Presenters from the Attorney General’s office, Washington State Association for Justice, DCYF, DSHS, and DOC discussed how tort exposure has grown, especially in claims involving DCYF, historical child abuse, juvenile rehabilitation, vulnerable adults, employment discrimination, medical negligence, and negligent supervision. DCYF and AG staff said claims and payouts are rising, with many claims tied to older abuse and new theories of liability, while defense counsel emphasized the human harm behind the claims and argued that tort cases have historically driven accountability and reform. Agency witnesses said they face large volumes of old claims with limited records, rising verdicts and settlements, and staffing and systems challenges, and they highlighted efforts such as early resolution programs, electronic health records, medication-assisted treatment, and improved incident review processes. The committee then shifted to parole. Sentencing experts reviewed Washington’s move from indeterminate sentencing to the current determinate sentencing system under the Sentencing Reform Act, and explained how parole could be integrated with sentencing guidelines through different models used in other states. They also summarized Criminal Sentencing Task Force recommendations related to a determinate-plus approach for three-strikes and persistent offender laws and a second-chance review process, noting there was no consensus on those ideas. Judges from the Minority and Justice Commission and the Superior Court Judges Association said a parole system could support rehabilitation and reduce disparities if it includes data collection, fairness, transparency, due process, and meaningful judicial review; they also pointed to research suggesting parole and structured reentry can reduce recidivism and costs, while warning that access and outcomes can vary by geography and other factors.

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• It looks like there's a lot of excitement and interest related to this subject matter.
• You have to go a lot of miles to find a house or a well.
• I apologize for that, but we do have lots of concerns about that part of it.
• I mean, that got a lot more expensive than had they come to you financially.
• They're mad at the co-op because there's misinformation that the co-op is making lots and lots of money

Bills: HB3445, HB3448

Keywords: telecommunications, electric cooperative, rights-of-way, infrastructure, provider access, right-of-way, pole attachment, regulatory access, 1184, house, all

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• Lots of learning. Okay, thank you.
• Maybe you have a lot of buildings around there.
• So I think a lot of this is context matters.
• And a lot of us work a lot to try to close those gaps.
• I have a lot to say.

Summary: The committee held an informational hearing on Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) to examine its history, current operation, and possible future changes in California. Chair Tasha Berner said the hearing was prompted in part by AT&T’s 2023 request for relief from COLR obligations and by broader concerns about public safety, affordability, universal service, and access to modern broadband and telecommunications. The first panel featured a telecommunications expert who traced COLR back to universal service principles and explained how states have handled COLR differently, including full deregulation, limited rural obligations, or transition pathways tied to competition and customer protections. Members asked about affordability, federal and state processes for service withdrawal, and whether COLR remains necessary given modern competition. CPUC staff then described California’s COLR framework, explaining that universal service rests on access, reliability/quality, and affordability, and that COLR requires carriers to provide basic service, including voice-grade calling, 911 access, relay services, and Lifeline. Staff said AT&T’s application sought relief in nearly all of its territory, but no replacement COLR came forward during the proceeding, and public participation hearings drew thousands of comments and strong concern from rural and vulnerable customers. The CPUC outlined its ongoing rulemaking to reconsider whether the 1996 COLR rules and 2012 basic-service definition still fit current conditions, with workshops and public hearings scheduled and a proposed decision expected later in the year or into 2026. Members pressed staff on geographic outreach, wireless coverage, whether broadband can be part of basic service, public safety during wildfires, and what reporting and complaint processes currently exist. In the final panel, industry and public-interest witnesses sharply disagreed. A U.S. Telecom representative argued COLR is outdated, costly, and copper-focused, and said reform should allow technology-neutral alternatives such as wireless, fiber, and satellite while preserving reliable voice and emergency access. The CPUC Public Advocates Office countered that COLR remains a necessary public safeguard, especially for rural and low-income customers, and argued that any transition should maintain or improve service, with public benefits such as broadband investment and continued protections for 911, disability access, and affordability. Committee members focused on the difference between an obligation to serve everyone and a mere option to serve, and on whether the Legislature should provide clearer guidance as the CPUC’s rulemaking moves forward.

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• <01:09:34.719> of right now because we've seen a lot of right now because we've seen a lot
• Ideally, there's a lot of other options besides calling 911 in a lot of these situations, which also
• Ideally, there's a lot of other options besides calling 911 in a lot of these situations, which also
• Ideally, there's a lot of other options besides calling 911 in a lot of these situations, which also
• Ideally, there's a lot of other options besides calling 911 in a lot of these situations, which also

Bills: HF1082, HF1042, HF1295, HF1686, HF1998, HF1775, HF1163

Keywords: public safety, law enforcement, mental health, domestic violence, appropriations, criminal justice, Minnesota corrections, victim services, task force, personal safety, Independent Use of Force Investigations Unit, criminal sexual conduct, sexual assault, peace officers, law enforcement oversight, Minnesota National Guard, U.S. armed forces, military installation, armory, air base

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• A lot to do it.
• How long does it take egg lots How long does it take egg lots >> realistically?
• million to start developing the lots. million to start developing the lots.
• <01:58:36.880> So, it's lots of travel. So, it's lots of travel.
• a lot I'm assuming it's since COVID. a lot I'm assuming it's since COVID.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• But yet I also see a lot of things online and a lot of misinformation sent out by out-of-state lobbyists
• But yet I also see a lot of things online and a lot of misinformation sent out by out-of-state lobbyists
• had a lot of change in the legislature. had a lot of change in the legislature.
• lot of talk about frivolous lawsuits. lot of talk about frivolous lawsuits.
• We have a lot of members that have passed a lot of bills in Cheyenne, and we're very proud of that.

Bills: SF0101

Keywords: Second Amendment, firearm regulation, state legislation, public safety, civil penalties, 916, all

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• game didn't mean a lot to me personally. game didn't mean a lot to me personally.
• A lot of their programs are.
• A lot of their programs are.
• A lot of their programs are.
• I mean, it's a lot Well, a little bit. I mean, it's a lot of<01:37:06.880> money.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard testimony from State Treasurer Monica Misipelli on House Bill 1042, which would increase the contingent credit limit for the BFA. She explained that under RSA 66 the state’s debt capacity is capped at 10% of unrestricted revenue, and that guaranteed debt counts in the calculation even though it is not direct debt. She said the state currently has about 65% of its capacity used, roughly $120 million of remaining room, and that raising the BFA contingent credit limit from $200 million to $450 million would reduce that capacity. She noted the state’s debt-to-revenue ratio is about 4.2%, that the state’s credit rating is not immediately affected by the guarantee program unless the state actually has to assume the liability, and suggested unused guarantee authorizations, such as one for the Peace Development Authority, could be reviewed in the future. Members asked whether a credit guarantee affects bonding ability like actual debt, what the usual debt level is relative to the statutory cap, and whether the increase would crowd out future capital borrowing. Misipelli answered that guarantees are included in the formula and do affect available capacity, though the current ratio remains manageable. She also said she had been using a $120 million benchmark for capital budget planning and was now modeling $130 million in future state debt. When asked whether the full $250 million increase was necessary, she deferred to the BFA, saying the question should be answered by the agency. James Key Wallace, executive director of the New Hampshire BFA and interim commissioner of Business and Economic Affairs, then testified in support of the bill. He said the request was driven by larger project costs over the last several decades, with construction inflation causing guarantees to be used up in bigger chunks, and by the fact that the BFA has been close to its current cap. He said the agency does not use taxpayer funds, has never had a payout on a guarantee in nearly 35 years, and requires collateral, reserves, and an 80% loan-to-value buffer. He told members the Senate had a similar bill to raise the limit to $400 million and that the BFA considered that range acceptable. In response to questions, he said a smaller increase such as $150 million would cover known transactions but might not provide enough runway for future opportunities, and he confirmed the bill was brought at the BFA’s request. He also said businesses consider housing availability when deciding whether to locate in New Hampshire, since housing and workforce are key location factors. At the end of the work session, the chair closed House Bill 1042 and opened House Bill 241, a bill on health insurance coverage of pain management services for chronic pain. Representative Nagel began introducing the bill and asked for copies of the treasurer’s debt-capacity report, but the transcript cuts off before any further action on HB 241.

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• A lot electricity from na natural gas.
• > discussions<00:57:48.079> about had a lot of discussions about had a lot of discussions
• <01:13:58.880> of the energy sector, which is a lot of the energy sector, which is a lot of
• That is a lot.
• And for our representatives here lot.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all