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• as a memorial bridge.
• Yeah, we're right to close. I'll wait.
• Is that pretty close to how you pronounce your last name?
• The clerk will close the machine. We have 18 co-authors.
• There is a bridge in my district called Magnolia Bridge.

Bills: HR42, HR43, HR44, HR45, HCR22, HCR23, HCR24, HCR25, HCR26, HCR27, HCR28, HCR29, HCR30, HB894, HB983, HB984, HR39, HR40, HR41, HCR19, HCR20, HCR21, HB2, HB3, HB15, HB441, HB976, HB977, HB978, HB979, HB980, HB981, HB982, HB129, HB130, HB287, HB489, HB521, HB545, HB553, HB555, HB570, HB670, HB672, HB797, HB854, HB952, HB207, HB300, HB331, HB428, HB464, HB587, HB618, HB629, HB801, HB853, HB891, HB474, HB487, HB503, HB606, HB633, HB707, HB720, HB728, HB733, HB846, HB852, HB856, HB868, HB875, HB112, HB657, HB221, HB149, HB901, HB148, HB354

Keywords: women, chemistry industry, Louisiana, recognition, workforce, commendation, leadership, faith, community service, Bishop Weidner, log truck drivers, transportation safety, log industry, pastor, Church of Pentecost, forestry, tree farming, W.H. Ward Properties, community support, Louisiana Forestry Association

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• needs to be redecked or whatever is happening um for that bridge that they are now intending and they
• </c> for like we had a uh pedestrian bridge for like we had a uh pedestrian bridge project<00:05:04.800
• </c><00:05:22.960><c> that</c> is happening um for that bridge that is happening um for that bridge that
• Uh, quick question, Representative Allen, we got to close. Uh, thank you, Madam Chair.
• And Representative Allen, I'll use this also as my closing statement for things.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee heard House File 2418 from Representative Tabke, a policy bill focused on requiring local governments seeking state bonding support to show whether they have a capital maintenance or preservation plan for the project. The bill was described as a continuation of work with Chair Lee and others to ensure that when the state invests in local capital projects, the local jurisdiction has a plan to maintain the asset over time rather than returning later for additional state funding. Representative Tabke emphasized that the proposal is not intended to block projects, but to provide information to the capital investment process and encourage responsible long-term planning. Members asked several questions about how the requirement would work in practice, including whether a “no” answer on the maintenance-plan checkbox would disqualify projects, how the rule would apply to small communities, and whether major infrastructure such as wastewater or sewer projects would be exempt. Tabke clarified that the intent is informational and that projects without a maintenance plan should raise concerns, but that the proposal would not apply to major utility projects with separate funding mechanisms. He also explained that the earlier draft had been simplified after input from MMB, and that the adopted DE4 amendment adds the requirement through section 16A.86 for political subdivisions submitting bonding requests. Chair Lee and other members supported the concept as a way to ensure state-funded assets are maintained locally and not repeatedly returned to the state for repairs decades later. One member requested clarifying language to make sure the bill does not apply to water treatment or sewer projects, and Tabke agreed that such language could be added. Tabke said the language had been developed with stakeholders including the League of Minnesota Cities, Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities, and small cities, and that they had agreed on the approach. The committee adopted the DE4 amendment and then laid House File 2418 over for possible future consideration.

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• And so as, uh, I close, I would like to say this, the Florida growers.
• bridge and sees more than 200 commercial trucks cross into the US every day.
• , with many thousands of pounds of tomatoes crossing the bridge every week.
• If not, Chair recognizes Chairman Guillen to close. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
• I asked for your favorable consideration HCR 127 and I close. Thank you.

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• Yeah, so the biggest impact right now is the Fairfax Bridge, which is the bridge that goes through Wilkinson
• bridge.
• So that's been temporarily repaired by using an acro bridge system.
• next to the White River Bridge. ...extra bridge, an extra two-lane bridge next to the White River Bridge
• All right, so I'm going to close up.

Keywords: 904, all

Summary: The House Transportation Committee held public hearings on several Senate bills. SB 5081 would update rules on unattended motor vehicles, including remote starter systems; it was briefly introduced and then closed without testimony. SB 5203 would direct WSDOT and WDFW to develop and update a statewide wildlife habitat connectivity strategy, create wildlife corridors and crossings accounts, and support planning, design, and reporting for wildlife crossings; supporters emphasized reduced collisions, ecological benefits, and access to federal funding, while opponents raised concerns about landowner input, costs, and impacts in rural areas. SB 5705 would increase penalties for using a personal electronic device while driving in school, playground, and crosswalk speed zones, with doubled fines deposited into school zone safety accounts; testimony focused on distracted driving risks and the need for stronger deterrence. SB 5581 would integrate shared-use paths and other active transportation facilities into highway planning and clarify roundabout and complete streets provisions; supporters said it would improve safety and planning flexibility, while one local official warned that complete streets requirements can create unfunded costs and delay maintenance projects. No votes were taken; the chair closed the hearings and announced brief caucuses before adjournment.

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• The city and the county own and operate the Roma International Bridge, a 24-hour bridge that sees more
• , with many thousands of pounds of tomatoes crossing the bridge every week.
• a 300-acre industrial park near the Roma Miguel Aleman International Bridge.
• I'm happy to answer any questions and respectfully reserve the right to close.
• If not, the chair recognizes Chairman Lujan to close. And I close. Thank you.

Bills: HCR108, HCR127

Keywords: Tomato Suspension Agreement, trade, Mexico, Texas economy, agriculture, import tariffs, job preservation, Taiwan, U.S. relations, economic cooperation, sister-state, 1184, house, all

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• <c> intersection</c> because of the close intersection because of the close intersection spacing<00:10
• <c> important</c><00:36:11.040><c> to</c> In closing, it's vitally important to In closing, it's vitally
• </c> reworking of the interchange and bridge reworking of the interchange and bridge over<00:40:38.079
• </c><01:26:31.280><c> when</c> of the original study, the bridge when of the original study, the bridge
• After that, you will close us Rhymer. After that, you will close us up.

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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• I am fortunate enough to sit in the people's seat of HF 1463, Town Roads and Bridges Funding.
• My experience with it started with a bridge that ended up going bad in my township.
• He is completely familiar with the roads and bridges issue faced by townships throughout the state of
• </c> general to the special Town Bridge general to the special Town Bridge account<00:05:21.800><c> that
• Representative Allen, please close your bill. Mr.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Certain bridges can't take certain ways. Certain bridges can't take certain weights.
• Certain bridges can't take certain weights.
• You're recognized to close on your bill. In closing, members, this is a game changer.
• And with that, I close. Thank you. And with that, I close. Thank you.
• You're recognized to close on your good amendment. We have closed, Mr. Chair. Thank you.

Summary: The Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee heard and approved three bills. HB 1165 by Rep. Owen would authorize FDOT to issue a special blanket permit for mobile cranes and accessory support vehicles meeting specified size limits, allowing them to travel on and off interstates at all hours, including at night, while still following safety requirements and local travel restrictions. The sponsor and crane industry proponents said the bill would reduce congestion and improve emergency and disaster response. The bill was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The committee also considered CS for HB 279 by Rep. Partington, which strengthens penalties for misuse of the 911 system. The bill adds restitution requirements for emergency response costs and creates enhanced felony penalties when a false emergency report causes great bodily harm or death. Members raised concerns about juvenile prank calls and suggested awareness efforts in schools; the sponsor said those ideas could be considered separately. A Volusia County Sheriff’s Office representative supported the bill, and it passed favorably by a unanimous vote. Finally, the committee heard HB 177 by Reps. Harris and Woodson, designating a portion of I-Drive as the Harris Rosenway in honor of philanthropist and hotelier Harris Rosen. An amendment was adopted to also designate a bridge in Duval County as the Bernard Wilkes Rebaugh River Bridge in honor of longtime coach Bernard Wilkes. Members spoke in support of both honorees and their community impact. The bill, as amended, was reported favorably by a 17-0 vote. The meeting then adjourned.

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• But wait a minute, we from the bridges.
• </c><00:42:13.920><c> get</c> mean that more roads and bridges get mean that more roads and bridges get
• </c> &gt;&gt; Senator Bridges. Thank you, Mr. &gt;&gt; Senator Bridges. Thank you, Mr.
• </c><00:54:18.000><c> to</c> This is the roadway to the bridge to This is the roadway to the bridge to
• </c><00:54:36.079><c> that</c> basically not even really a bridge that basically not even really a bridge

Keywords: 981, all

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• Chinese companies are currently building a bridge across the Panama Canal.
• It's not only the construction of the bridge, but it's the removal of a bridge.
• As I understand it, it's called the Bridge of the Americas.
• In building a bridge in Bangladesh— is very different than this.
• I mean, it's not hard to close off a waterway.

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• So that project should wrap up sometime this fall, and that one will get closed out.
• Bids are pretty close; we're probably close to 90% right now.
• I think the picture there is of the Tower Bridge, and that is a bridge on U.S. 281 in Caddo County, otherwise
• The other $25 million was reserved for county bridges. Those county bridges are in poor condition.
• On the county bridge side, we opened our application cycle on November 1.

Summary: The committee met for an oversight update on how one-time and recurring transportation-related appropriations are being implemented. Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Director Grayson Artees reviewed ARPA and PREP-funded airport and aerospace projects, including completed or nearing-completion work at Will Rogers, Woodward, Ardmore, Tulsa’s air traffic control tower, and multiple hangar, terminal, taxiway, utility, and UAS infrastructure projects statewide. He also discussed one-time FY25 and FY26 appropriations for airport development, the repurposing of an unneeded Lufthansa project allocation into other aerospace projects, and the department’s aerospace education grants, classroom labs, aircraft-build programs, and internship support. Members asked for lists of participating schools and for a clearer overall accounting of the funding; Artees said the department would provide those materials and estimated roughly $400 million has been invested in aerospace and defense since PREP and ARPA, with about $250 million directed to airport infrastructure. The committee then heard from ODOT Secretary Tim Gatz on the Retro Fund, lake and industrial access roads, ports of entry, and the PACT Fund. Gatz said Retro, created in statute and funded with $200 million in both 2024 and FY25, is helping accelerate rural high-impact road and bridge projects; he reported $249 million awarded so far, supporting about $1.4 billion in construction, with most projects expected to be awarded by September 2027. He also described lake and industrial access projects, including work at the Port of Inola, and updated members on ports of entry, internal way stations, and the replacement of the aging OkiPROS permitting system with ProMiles. On PACT, he said the county road and bridge allocations are being administered, but the Tax Commission’s role in distributing the county road share has created unnecessary bureaucracy; he urged a statutory fix so the money can go directly to counties. Members asked for lists of approved lake/recreational projects and for clarification on the Tax Commission issue; Gatz said ODOT would provide the project list and that he would welcome Tax Commission input on a legislative remedy. No votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned after the updates and questions.

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• It's a closed system.
• We work closely, mostly with the MRMPO.
• On fiscal year 26, I'll start off with a bridge replacement project on New Mexico 313, a timber bridge
• It will be a total bridge replacement.
• Another priority for us is the Carniwell Bridges, which involves replacing the two bridges over I-40

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• This includes bridge projects.
• </c><00:04:33.199><c> but</c> applies not only to Mandot bridges but applies not only to Mandot bridges
• </c> opportunities do arise during bridge opportunities do arise during bridge projects,<00:05:19.680
• non-historical bridge I'm seeing nodding non-historical bridge application<00:08:11.520><c> in</c><00
• </c> Paul and jumped off one of the bridges Paul and jumped off one of the bridges in<00:25:18.000><c

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Thank you for including funding for the bridge in this bill so that we can work to get the bridge back
• ><c> public</c> decision to close it to ensure public decision to close it to ensure public safety<00
• This bridge needs physical for too long. This bridge needs physical barriers<01:13:19.920><c> now.
• </c> program, uh local road and bridge program, uh local road and bridge replacement<01:14:21.840><c>
• </c> and bridges. and bridges.

Bills: HF2438

Keywords: transportation finance, transportation policy, MnDOT, Minnesota Department of Transportation, Department of Public Safety, Metropolitan Council, highway funding, trunk highway fund, county state-aid highway fund, municipal state-aid street fund, state aid roads, local roads, bridge funding, road construction, transit funding, passenger rail, freight rail, aviation, airport development, safe routes to school

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• </c> have what are called low water bridges have what are called low water bridges that<00:02:15.400>
• </c> times is through swinging bridges. times is through swinging bridges.
• </c> swinging bridge?" swinging bridge?"
• </c> will take you on a swinging bridge will take you on a swinging bridge that's<00:03:15.200><c> about
• </c> a lot of times these swinging bridges a lot of times these swinging bridges may<00:03:35.440><c>

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00 Roll Call: 00:32 SB 261 Discussion: 01:40 SB 261 Voting: 05:37 SB 324 Discussion: 06:23 SB 324 Voting: 12:56, 958, all

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• The Washington Avenue Bridge is a very busy bridge that straddles the Mississippi River and connects
• It is a very busy bridge.
• We have been working on a design for the bridge railings.
• Or do we need to, nobody wants to close anything ever.
• It is not a matter of if this prison needs to close, but when and how we close it.

Bills: HF3220

Keywords: school safety, school security, emergency access, law enforcement access, master key box, secure key box, entry device, school grants, education finance, Department of Education, charter schools, school districts, cooperative units, appropriation cancellation, one-time appropriation, school safety plan, emergency preparedness, public safety, school building security

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• Is there anything that covers that as far as how close to the danger, you know, versus like road closes
• That will close our public hearing on Substitute House Bill 2203.
• So both the Murray Morgan Bridge and Tacoma's Fishing Wars Bridge were successful because we had agreements
• And that’s where the subway stopped and the bridges gridlocked.
• Close enough. Yeah. Thank you.

Bills: HB2604, HB2436, SB6354, SB6352

Keywords: vehicle ownership, insurance, title transfer, consumer protection, motor vehicle, oil tanker, tank vessel, restricted waters, Puget Sound, San Juan Islands, Rosario Strait, Admiralty Inlet, Discovery Island, New Dungeness, tug escort, pilotage, marine safety, spill prevention, oil transport, petroleum shipment

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• And we work with them really closely, very regularly.
• I know I highlighted... ...really closely, very regularly.
• We were able to open the west bridge six months ahead of schedule and the eastbound bridge 125 days ahead
• Pete that are just connected by a few bridges.
• We were also able to make sure that we protect... bridges.

Summary: The committee heard two informational presentations: one from the Department of Commerce and one from the Florida Department of Transportation. Jason Mahon of Commerce outlined the state’s economic development strategy and tools, emphasizing Florida’s GDP growth, business formation, and strengths in manufacturing, high-tech, defense, life sciences, and international trade. He described programs such as the State Small Business Credit Initiative, the Rural Community Investment Program, the Florida Opportunity Fund, the Rural Infrastructure Fund, the Job Growth Grant Fund, performance-based tax credits, and disaster recovery loans, and cited examples including ServiceNow, Williams International, NeoCity, and Point Blank Enterprises. Members asked about small-business grants, foreign investment interest, workforce needs, and whether additional tools are needed; Mahon said most Commerce programs are loan-focused and noted ongoing workforce and site-readiness challenges. Jennifer Marshall of FDOT then reviewed major transportation projects and the Moving Florida Forward initiative, highlighting congestion relief, express lanes, bridge and interchange work, and accelerated delivery methods. She cited projects such as Golden Glades, I-95 improvements, the NASA Causeway Bridge, the DuPont Bridge, I-4 corridor work, the First Coast Expressway, the Howard Frankland Bridge, A1A seawall work, and Turnpike projects, along with examples of cost savings and schedule acceleration. Senators asked about how express lane locations are chosen, toll revenue use in South Florida, the status and cost of the I-395 downtown Miami project, and whether EV and rideshare access to express lanes should be preserved. FDOT said it would follow up on several of those questions, and the committee adjourned without taking any legislative action.

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• It was the first one in the state to build a bridge.
• That bridge was completed in 2025, and that bridge presented tolling done by a private company.
• People have to cross this bridge to go to school.
• The bridge is not finished. The bridge is not finished. It's sinking. The approaches are sinking.
• We just built a bridge in Covington. Beautiful bridge.

Bills: HB198, HB325, HB488, HB719, HB749, HB755, HB797, HB823, HB1028, HB1194, HB1222

Keywords: Medicaid, reimbursement, ambulatory surgical centers, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, healthcare funding, Louisiana Department of Health, surgical procedures, TOPS-Tech, scholarship, education, eligibility, college credit, dual enrollment, state funding, HB 488, Belle Chasse Bridge, Belle Chasse Bridge Merit-Based Special Fund, Plaquemines Parish

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• There are thousands of bridges, hundreds of bridges anyway, that need repair and rehabilitation.
• improvements, those contractors that rely on bridge work stop working on bridges and they move or they
• h thousands of bridges hundreds of bridges<01:05:27.440><c> anyway</c><01:05:27.880><c> that</c><01:
• on bridge work contractors that rely on bridge work stop<01:05:46.160><c> working</c><01:05:46.599><c
• ><c> move</c><01:05:48.559><c> or</c> stop working on Bridges and they move or stop working on Bridges

Keywords: 1187, senate, all