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• </c><00:03:08.480><c> and</c> This bill empowers transit operators and This bill empowers transit operators
• </c><00:05:19.120><c> riders</c> lines. um the impacts to bicycle riders lines. um the impacts to bicycle
• Um and we've how we want it to operate.
• Um, I haven't heard from transit operators that this is something that's needed.
• operators that this is uh something<00:25:59.440><c> that's</c><00:25:59.760><c> needed.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Eduardo Hernandez, who's also the policy advocate, or I'm sorry, advocacy director for the Hawaii Bicycling
• </c><00:12:49.040><c> League</c><00:12:50.040><c> thank</c><00:12:50.199><c> you</c> the Hawaii bicycling
• League thank you the Hawaii bicycling League thank you welcome<00:12:50.560><c> to</c><00:12:50.680>
• There's a fundamental disconnect with having a public utility that is privately owned and operated for
• </c><00:59:53.760><c> for</c><00:59:54.000><c> a</c> privately owned and operated for a privately owned

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• It's half shut down unless I'm driving a scooter or if I'm driving a bicycle because you got bicycle
• I've seen two kids on bicycles on there, so we've completely and totally redone the entire traffic thing
• So these are massive changes in the way that the roads operate, and the net effect of that is eliminating
• out of the business of banning horse drawn carriages, because there are a lot of small business operators

Bills: SB 1079, SB 1243, SB 1504, SB 1579, SB 1708, SB 1844, SB 1851, SB 1879, SB 1921, SB 1951, SB 2237, SB 2238, SB 2406, SB 2407

Keywords: SB 1079, Texas, county government, commissioners court, Local Government Code, Chapter 263, surplus property, salvage property, data storage device, hard drive, electronic media, digital records, confidential information, protected information, privacy, records retention, information security, data destruction, device disposal, sensitive data

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• The Postal Service is already facing operational strain and chronic underfunding.
• Currently, a person is prohibited from operating a bicycle on a highway if that person is riding other
• than upon, or astride, a permanent and regular seat attached to the bicycle.
• However, these laws are currently limited to a highway and do not apply to bicycles ridden on a Class
• With multiple riders on a single bicycle, the rider can be more easily distracted and/or lose control

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• </c><00:17:18.880><c> and</c> match. uh an increase to operations and match. uh an increase to operations
• Uh a base roads in good operating shape.
• </c> uh the cost it does for us to operate uh the cost it does for us to operate it.<01:56:47.280><c>
• This would bicycle welfare into the law.
• </c><02:52:06.960><c> means</c><02:52:07.200><c> of</c> bicycles are an important means of bicycles are

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• HB 3454 by Combs, relating to the liability of a vehicle storage facility operator for money owned and
• HB 3514 by Canales, relating to the operation of a program at the Texas Department of Transportation
• Gates relating to the multi-family residential developments financed, owned, or operated.
• Harris Davila relating to the use of high occupancy vehicle lane by an operator of a motor vehicle who
• HCR 116 by Gomez, redesignating Brownsville as the official bicycling capital of the Rio Grande Valley

Summary: The House met briefly to read a large number of first-reading bills, joint resolutions, and concurrent resolutions and refer them to the appropriate committees. The measures covered a wide range of topics, including public health, education, criminal justice, taxation, transportation, water and natural resources, elections, housing, veterans issues, local government, and constitutional amendments. Several bills focused on school policy, health care regulation, property tax and sales tax changes, criminal penalties, and local or state agency authority. Among the notable items were proposals on name and sex changes on birth records, college admissions inquiries into criminal history, foster care contractor liability, school nutrition and assessment policy, election procedures, homestead and franchise tax exemptions, public retirement system reporting, and numerous transportation and infrastructure measures. The House also received resolutions designating local honors and observances, including Brownsville as the bicycling capital of the Rio Grande Valley, Port Aransas as the fishing capital of Texas, and Selena Quintanilla Perez Day. Some measures proposed constitutional amendments on legislative procedure, homestead taxation, and election-law enforcement authority. No debate or testimony occurred in this segment; the action was limited to first reading and referral. The session also referred several resolutions to the Local and Consent Calendars. At the end of the proceedings, the House adjourned without objection until 2 p.m. Tuesday.

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• Those standard specifications don't meet California's real-world operating conditions.
• We're removing them as a hindrance from our facilities during operations.
• That makes no sense as facility operators, to meet the standard for degradation.
• We're removed as a hindrance from our facilities during operations.
• Even in urban neighborhoods with good public transit and bicycle infrastructure.

Summary: The committee heard a series of bills focused on environmental policy, public infrastructure, housing, and energy. AB 1812, dealing with compostable plastics and compost contamination, drew strong support from farmers, composters, counties, cities, and waste companies, while manufacturers and compostable-product companies opposed it unless amended, arguing it would undermine compostable packaging and SB 54 goals. AB 2216 to expand the Delta Conservancy’s service area also received broad support and no opposition. AB 2481, which would allow leftover glass quality incentive funds to support recycled glass used in fiberglass insulation and other products, was supported by insulation manufacturers, recyclers, and waste advocates and passed with no opposition. AB 2152, streamlining fire station construction and tying CEQA relief to project labor agreement requirements, was supported by firefighters and construction trades but opposed by contractors and wildlife groups over the PLA mandate and environmental review provisions; the committee discussed amendments and sent it forward. AB 1536, the Save Our Shores Act, aimed at offshore oil and gas safety and decommissioning, was supported by coastal and environmental groups and opposed by the petroleum industry, with members debating pipeline safety, drilling risks, and carbon intensity before advancing the bill. AB 1849, a study bill on decarbonized gaseous fuels, split supporters from hydrogen, bioenergy, and propane interests against environmental and justice groups who said it favored biomethane and hydrogen without clear definitions; the author said it was only a study measure, and it moved ahead. AB 1732, which would expand CEQA streamlining for public university and community college housing projects, was backed by students, UC representatives, housing advocates, and labor, with no opposition heard; members raised concerns about environmental impacts and evacuation planning, but the bill was approved. Several measures were taken on consent and others were held open for absent members or quorum issues, with multiple bills receiving due pass recommendations as amended.

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• A child who falls off their bicycle and has an acquired brain injury.
• A child who falls off their bicycle and has an acquired brain injury.
• They do an outstanding job and follow the rules that they have to govern their operation.
• When I became county their operation.
• That does not comport with the operations of this type of bill and keep line 12.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• However, Cedar Port is still at least 10 years away from being fully operational for vessel traffic.
• Is that port not operational? No, sir, it's not. It's 10 years away.
• So if you don't have anyone from Chambers County or if they can't operate or do this, will that be a
• So currently county pilots can only operate within that county is that how for this specialized type
• It's pretty amazing, all these groups that operate this way.

Bills: HB 2065, HB 2462, HB 2621, HB 3187, HB 3539, HB 3563, HB 3726, HB 4164, HB 4207, HB 4368, HB 4706, HB 4916, HB 4950, HB 4967, HB 5177, HB 4429, HB 5597

Keywords: commercial vehicles, parking regulations, residential areas, local governance, land use, traffic safety, high occupancy vehicle lane, pregnant operators, transportation, parental rights, motor vehicle regulations, live video feed, state agency, transparency, public safety, regional transportation, mobility program, sales tax, public infrastructure, local government

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• This board holds the authority to regulate rail operations, which includes how railroads operate over
• Currently, small vehicles like bicycles, electric bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, Segways, and
• Bicycles and other small vehicles that are not being operated on the sidewalk will not be affected by
• Again, the burden of operating the system and operating the tolls, collecting the tolls, managing the
• Operation has won national awards.

Bills: HB2065, HB2462, HB2621, HB3187, HB3539, HB3563, HB3726, HB4164, HB4207, HB4368, HB4706, HB4916, HB4950, HB4967, HB5177, HB4429, HB5597

Keywords: commercial vehicles, parking regulations, residential areas, local governance, land use, traffic safety, high occupancy vehicle lane, pregnant operators, transportation, parental rights, motor vehicle regulations, live video feed, state agency, transparency, public safety, regional transportation, mobility program, sales tax, public infrastructure, local government

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• However, Peterport is still at least 10 years away from being fully operational for vessel traffic.
• expressed a clear support for this initiative. ...need for piloted services that best align with their operational
• Is that port not operational? Ryan Malcolm: No, sir, it's not. It's 10 years away.
• So if you don't have anyone from Chambers County, or if they can't operate or do this, will that be a

Bills: HB2065, HB2462, HB2621, HB3187, HB3539, HB3563, HB3726, HB4164, HB4207, HB4368, HB4706, HB4916, HB4950, HB4967, HB5177, HB4429, HB5597

Keywords: commercial vehicles, parking regulations, residential areas, local governance, land use, traffic safety, high occupancy vehicle lane, pregnant operators, transportation, parental rights, motor vehicle regulations, live video feed, state agency, transparency, public safety, regional transportation, mobility program, sales tax, public infrastructure, local government

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• and offers a direct connection to Highway 61 there from that business park, improving safety and operations
• that business park improving safety from that business park improving safety and<01:03:29.119><c> operations
• ><c> of</c><01:03:29.839><c> the</c><01:03:30.000><c> existing</c><01:03:30.400><c> and</c> and operations
• of the existing and and operations of the existing and future<01:03:30.880><c> businesses.

Bills: HF1569, HF460, HF850, HF707, HF798, HF852, HF366, HF365, HF836, HF866, HF885, HF959, HF1196, HF1788, HF1349, HF2272, HF2652, HF1251, HF607

Keywords: transportation, bond issuance, capital investment, infrastructure, road improvements, HF460, Sibley County, Highway 21, County State-Aid Highway, bonding bill, state bonds, bond proceeds fund, transportation grant, infrastructure improvements, sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, stormwater, public works, local infrastructure

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• Today I am here presenting CS for HB 243, Electric Bicycles.
• families have lost loved ones and young people have been seriously injured while using electric bicycles
• In fact, one of the fatalities she mentioned didn't even show up in a crash report involving a bicycle
• because it was actually what they considered to be an e-moto, and once again, a bicycle because it was
• if you see e-bikes on the road, they go essentially faster than 28 miles per hour and where those bicycles

Summary: The Transportation and Economic Development Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and heard two member bills. The first, CS for HB 243 on electric bicycles, was presented as a safety and data-collection measure prompted by fatalities and serious injuries involving e-bikes and similar devices. The sponsor said the bill would create a task force, require law enforcement crash data collection, and focus on education and enforcement rather than licensing changes. Testimony in support came from law enforcement, AARP, and local officials, who said statewide data is inconsistent and current classifications do not reflect the speed and use of newer devices. Members discussed the need for better reporting and bike safety, and the bill passed favorably by roll call vote. The committee then took up CS for HB 679, which would modernize Florida’s trademark registration system by aligning it more closely with federal standards, requiring clearer identification of goods and services, proof of use in commerce, and allowing streamlined online filing and renewal. The only public testimony was a supportive appearance from the Florida Bar’s business law section. There were no questions or debate, and the bill also passed favorably by roll call vote. The meeting then adjourned.

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• A person may not operate a motor vehicle while using a wireless communication device in a handheld manner
• means an attachment to or a built-in feature of a wireless communications device, which allows the operator
• I'm a volunteer with the Florida Bicycle Association. Thank you very much, Mr.
• Bicycling is an important part of Florida's economy.
• I want the court system to operate like the court system.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development met to review its fiscal year 2025-2026 budget proposal and several bills. The chair outlined a roughly $18 billion budget area, including major funding for the Department of Transportation work program, Visit Florida, library/cultural/historical initiatives, affordable housing, National Guard tuition assistance, and Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles needs. The committee adopted a motion allowing technical adjustments and then approved the budget proposal as a recommendation to the full Senate Appropriations Committee. The committee next heard and approved CS/SB 666, creating a Miami Northwestern Alumni Association specialty license plate, with proceeds supporting scholarships, academic, athletic, and arts programs at Miami Northwestern Senior High School. Members praised the school’s academic and athletic achievements, and the bill was reported favorably without opposition. The committee also heard extensive testimony on CS/SB 1318, which would rename Florida’s texting-while-driving law as the hands-free driving law and expand the prohibition to handheld use of wireless devices, including in work zones. Supporters, including law enforcement, health care, bicycling, and crash victims’ advocates, argued it would save lives and make enforcement clearer; some senators supported the goal but raised concerns about enforcement, privacy, and impacts on drivers with older vehicles. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then approved SB 1408, designating memorial highways in Hillsborough and Charlotte counties for Master Patrol Officer Jesse Madsen and Sergeant Elio Diaz, and SB 1516, creating the International Aerospace Innovation Fund to be administered by Space Florida to support partnerships between Florida and international aerospace companies. Both bills were reported favorably with little debate. Senators also requested to be recorded in the affirmative on selected bills, and the meeting adjourned.

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• In this bill, electric-assisted bicycle does not include any vehicle capable of exceeding 20 miles per
• ; whether driver's licensing exams should include an e-bike or motorcycle component; whether the operation
• I mean, wouldn't Tuneses think that they could be left in the car, perhaps to operate the car?
• After being applied to the cost to administer, install, operate, and maintain cameras, revenue generated
• We did have a productive conversation yesterday with the Department of Licensing, bicycle organizations

Keywords: 904, all

Summary: The committee heard several transportation-related bills. ESSB 6262 would raise the vehicle-weight threshold for transportation benefit district fees from 6,000 to 9,000 pounds for vehicles subject to gross weight license fees, with supporters arguing it closes a loophole and makes road maintenance funding more equitable; the fiscal note was described as indeterminate because adoption by local districts is unknown. SB 5824 would clarify how fifth-wheel travel trailers are measured, from the center of the kingpin to the rearmost point, to align Washington with other states and support RV sales. Both bills received sponsor testimony and support from industry and local government witnesses, with no votes taken in the hearing. The committee also heard ESSB 6311, which would require continuous, accessible pedestrian passage during construction in hospital, park, and school-related zones, require pedestrian access safety plans, and authorize inspections and enforcement by local governments and WSDOT. The sponsor said the bill was modeled on local practices and aimed at protecting pedestrians near sensitive destinations; local and transportation advocates supported it, while contractors asked for clarification that design responsibility should rest with the project owner in design-bid-build projects. A fiscal note estimated WSDOT costs for plan review and project compliance, and the bill was left in hearing only. Two bills addressed emerging vehicle and safety issues. SB 6110 would exclude certain faster electric vehicles from the e-bike definition and create a work group to recommend a framework for electric motorcycles; witnesses generally supported the study but urged adding a clear e-motorcycle definition and more explicit enforcement options, especially for youth use. ESSB 6066 would create crash prevention zones, initially for a specific stretch of U.S. 395 and later more broadly, allowing local safety investigations, speed-related enforcement, and use of traffic cameras; Pasco and county risk pool representatives supported it, while the sponsor asked for expansion to other dangerous corridors. The committee also heard SB 5833, which would allow a person to leave a vehicle running for up to 30 minutes to heat or cool a pet inside under specified conditions; law enforcement opposed it as potentially increasing theft risk and suggested aligning it with another bill on remote climate-control features. No final votes were taken, and the chair closed the public hearings and adjourned the meeting.

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• Overdorf: knowledge and operational continuity.
• Government Operations Subcommittee bill extends the repeal date for public records Rep.
• And I do worry about feeding -- at the end of the day Transparency is important but we cannot operate
• I know two of my cities, it costs them money again with the operations portion that is procedural.
• McFarland: Municipalities use this tax to do a blue ribbon program for businesses that operate within

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• Critical roles such as vehicle operators and maintenance specialists keep our operations running smoothly
• But what we do know is that most... ...of these vehicles don't operate on the highways, and they operate
• But what we do know is that most of these vehicles don't operate on the highways, and they operate at
• Where are these going to operate, and how are they going to operate in cities?
• Where are these going to operate, and how are they going to operate in cities and rural areas?

Keywords: 904, all

Summary: The committee held a work session on autonomous vehicles, beginning with an overview from the Washington State Transportation Commission on the state’s five-year AV work group. The commission described its 2018 legislative mandate, the 35-member executive committee and seven topical subcommittees, and the resulting 29 recommendations and “roadmap to the future.” The presentation emphasized that Washington currently lacks the agency expertise, programs, and statewide framework needed for broader AV deployment, and highlighted the state’s existing DOL testing program, which requires self-certification, $5 million insurance, collision reporting, and notice to law enforcement. Officials from California and Arizona then described their regulatory systems. California outlined a long-running permit structure for testing with and without a safety driver and for deployment, along with a new rulemaking package that would expand use cases, require more data reporting, allow citations to be issued to manufacturers for moving violations, and set mileage and safety-case requirements before deployment. California also said it tracks crashes and incidents but has no fatalities attributed to AVs on record. Arizona described a framework built through executive orders and later legislation, including self-certification, law enforcement interaction plans, quarterly meetings with companies, and monthly coordination through a connected and automated vehicle team; Arizona also reported no fatalities attributed to AVs and said most crashes appear to be caused by other drivers. Industry representatives from Waymo, Zoox, and the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association argued that AVs can improve safety, accessibility, and mobility, and said their companies are already operating or testing in multiple cities. Waymo cited its sensor suite, 127 million rider-only miles, and claimed reductions in injury and pedestrian crashes; Zoox emphasized its purpose-built electric robotaxi, first-responder engagement, and local jobs; AVIA said its members have driven more than 145 million autonomous miles and that 26 states now expressly authorize driverless AV operations. Committee members asked about public education, crash and fatality data, school zones, first responders, labor impacts, and emergency procedures inside vehicles. Labor, firefighter, and local government witnesses raised concerns about safety, congestion, emergency response, and job losses. Teamsters and driver-union representatives argued Washington should not become an unregulated testing ground, warned that AV deployment could displace tens of thousands of drivers, and urged requiring a human safety operator for deployment. Firefighters described incidents where AVs interfered with emergency scenes. Seattle’s transportation department said local agencies need accountability, open data standards, and first-responder coordination, and argued that AV operations are concentrated in cities where local governments bear the operational burdens.

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• </c> function and operate. function and operate.
• Thank you very much. ...continue their operations.
• </c> directly with um core areas of operation directly with um core areas of operation and<00:45:38.240
• </c><01:04:12.720><c> and</c><01:04:12.960><c> other</c> electric bicycles and other electric bicycles
• Hawaii Bicycling League: not present in support. Perry Aerosmith. Aloha.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on House Bill 2592, which would clarify the powers of the Mauna Stewardship and Oversight Authority regarding land use on Mauna Akea and related property transfers. The Department of Land and Natural Resources supported the rural property transfer but objected to language transferring conservation district use permits, saying CDUPs normally run with the land rather than being assigned to specific telescopes or observatories. The University of Hawaiʻi and the observatories generally supported the bill but urged clearer language, especially on the transfer of real property assets, related obligations and liabilities, and the inclusion of milestones for the transition. Office of Hawaiian Affairs supported the bill’s overall intent but warned that some language could be overbroad and might improperly waive future beneficiary claims. Several testifiers opposed the measure, arguing it ignored DHHL lands and beneficiary rights, while others supported it as a way to clarify the authority’s role. Members questioned DLNR about the practical effects of transferring CDUP responsibility, and the committee emphasized that the bill was narrowly focused on specific land. The committee then took up House Bill 2593, which would authorize the Mauna Stewardship and Oversight Authority to extend existing leases and subleases for up to 10 years. The authority explained that the bill does not itself extend any lease, but instead gives the authority discretion to initiate a transparent public process if extensions are needed. The University of Hawaiʻi supported the concept but said the timing of any extension matters and noted possible legal requirements under state law. The observatories also supported the bill, describing it as a flexible tool during a broader transition process and noting that the authority has held many public planning workshops. Opponents, including Native Hawaiian and community testifiers, argued that the conservation lands should receive the highest protection, that the community had not consented, and that the observatories have had decades to plan ahead. One testifier urged the bill be deferred or killed for lack of clarity. In response to questions, the committee clarified that the bill only authorizes a process and does not itself extend leases, and that any extension would require public participation. The final measure discussed in the excerpt was House Bill 2047, relating to the AHAPU advisory committee. The discussion focused on the committee’s administrative relationship to the Department of Land and Natural Resources and whether DLNR should oversee basic legal compliance issues such as Sunshine Law and legislative reporting. DLNR explained that the committee is administratively attached to the department, which provides support on human resources, procurement, and legal questions, but that the committee itself generally handles its own operations. The department said it would route compliance questions to its attorneys and implement their advice. The hearing then moved on to House Bill 2231, which would transfer appointment authority for island burial council members from the governor and Senate to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs board of trustees. OHA said it generally supported the change for geographic moku representatives, since it already nominates candidates for those seats, but expressed concern about taking on appointment authority for the large landowner seats because that role is less directly tied to its statutory duties.

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• Did you look into that operation and the closure of that operation here?
• Did you look into that operation and the closure of that operation here?
• </c> operating uh, in Hawaii's waters. operating uh, in Hawaii's waters.
• </c> that operation here? that operation here? &gt;&gt; Seflight<01:42:47.119><c> Hawaii.
• </c> bicycle rider, is lying in the roadway. bicycle rider, is lying in the roadway.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard SB 2694 SD2, which would authorize the Public Utilities Commission to create automatic adjustment mechanisms for water carriers, including a water carrier inflationary cost index, and to waive certain requirements under the Hawaii Water Carrier Act. Testimony was sharply divided. The Department of Transportation, Young Brothers, and several shipping, harbor, labor, and business-related supporters argued the bill would modernize regulation, reduce the need for large catch-up rate cases, and help keep rates aligned with rising costs. Young Brothers said its current rate-setting process is expensive and delayed, and that annual adjustments with guardrails such as a 5% cap and periodic full reviews would support sustainable operations and the state’s supply chain. Some supporters also said the company’s less-than-container-load service and required inter-island routes create costs that are not fully covered by current rates. Opponents, including the Consumer Advocate, the Maui Chamber of Commerce, Hawaii Food Industry Association, restaurant and chamber groups, and other businesses, argued the bill would lead to higher costs for consumers and businesses and should not move forward. Several testified that shipping costs already significantly affect pricing and that automatic increases would worsen the cost of living. The Consumer Advocate said Young Brothers should focus on cost control and implementing its business plan rather than automatic rate increases. The Maui Chamber and others pointed to a recent PUC decision that imposed a two-year stay on rate increases and said the bill would undermine that protection. Some opponents urged the committee to defer to the PUC’s regulatory authority. The PUC explained that it regulates water carriers as public utilities under existing statute and said it had recently approved a temporary rate increase while imposing a two-year stayout period on further increases, with emergency relief still possible. PUC members said they were still examining whether they have authority to adopt the proposed WICI mechanism by rule and wanted legislative clarity. In response to questions, the PUC said it prefers the current two-year stayout as reflected in its order. Young Brothers also clarified that it serves less-than-container-load cargo, that some routes and services are cross-subsidized because they are not profitable, and that an independent observer is being put in place to monitor implementation of its updated business plan. The transcript ended with the committee still taking questions; no final vote or disposition on the bill was shown.

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• This legislation creates a new section of law governing the operation of UTVs on certain roadways and
• It clarifies that a UTV can only be operated on designated two-lane county roads or municipal streets
• It provides that a UTV may only operate on a state highway system for purposes of crossing a roadway
• and authorizes FDOT to prohibit the operation of UTVs on state roadways.
• They operate differently, and for that reason, we stand in opposition. Thank you. Thank you.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development met with a quorum present and considered two bills. The first, CS for SB 88 by Senator Wright, would create a framework for local governments to allow or prohibit utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) on certain low-speed roads, define UTV equipment and driver requirements, and make violations noncriminal traffic infractions. An amendment was adopted to correct the insurance requirement to match automobile-style minimums of $10,000 personal injury and $10,000 property damage liability. Testimony on SB 88 was divided. The Florida Justice Association and the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association opposed the bill, arguing UTVs are designed for off-road use, do not meet federal safety standards, and could increase crash risk on public roads; Honda’s letter was cited as opposing road use. Supporters, including the sponsor and agencies waiving in support, argued the bill would address an existing loophole, provide insurance and licensing requirements, and help rural users and law enforcement by creating a clear legal pathway. Senators raised concerns about nighttime visibility, taillight spacing, speed limits, and whether the bill should be more restrictive, but the committee ultimately voted to report CS for SB 88 favorably. The committee then heard SB 274 by Senator Arrington, which designates a portion of International Drive in Orange County as Harris Rosen Way in honor of hotelier and philanthropist Harris Rosen. The sponsor and several senators praised Rosen’s business success, philanthropy, and support for education, cancer research, veterans, and the Central Florida community. There was no opposition, and the bill was reported favorably by roll call vote. The meeting then adjourned.