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• And the state has limited knowledge or control over the amount of poll workers, machines, or resources
• Secretary of State reimbursement processes have contributed to inconsistent county payments.
• Um, as, uh, as the doctor mentioned, we have a, there's a very limited pool.
• Um, we've already talked about the limited nature of, of the market.
• We'll see if that applies to the upper payment limit.

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• More than 300 Minnesota vis uh<00:36:49.280> businesses<00:36:50.160> contributed<00:36
• :50.640> to<00:36:50.800> the<00:36:50.960> design uh businesses contributed to
• the design uh businesses contributed to the design and<00:36:51.520> construction<00:36:52.240
• I couldn't agree with you more about the contribution that our major sports teams make to the safety
• that our uh major the contribution that our uh major sports<00:56:17.440> teams<00:56:18.559>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• As you know, per our House rules, we are supposed to be limited.
• Per our House rules, we are supposed to be limited to 100 days.
• Unfortunately, my options have been limited or unavailable.
• It protects contributing structures. It protects scale.
• The problem is the preemption limits what the cities can do.

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The committee first heard HB 2079, which authorizes a memorial for Arizona journalist Don Bolles in Wesley Bolin Plaza. The sponsor described the memorial as a no-cost way to preserve Arizona history and honor Bolles, who was assassinated in 1976 while investigating corruption and drug cartels. The bill was moved and passed unanimously, 7-0, for a due pass recommendation. Members then considered HB 2080, a strike-everything amendment addressing deed and title fraud. The bill would require photo identification for certain county recorder filings, add identifying measures for deeds and real property documents when notarized, create an assessor alert system tied to property addresses, and increase penalties for knowingly filing false claims or forged real property documents from a misdemeanor to a class 4 felony. Testimony from county assessors, the Attorney General’s Office, and a fraud victim emphasized the scale of the problem and the need for layered protections. The committee adopted the amendment and passed the bill 7-0. HB 4064, concerning municipal improvement districts, drew more debate. The bill would move the petition requirement earlier in the process before a city or town adopts a resolution of intention for an improvement district. Supporters from Camp Verde, the League of Arizona Cities and Towns, a developer, and the Yavapai Apache Nation said the change would improve transparency, reduce wasted planning costs, and help finance sewer and infrastructure projects in rural areas. Opponents argued it could force property owners into infrastructure they do not want and infringe on property rights. The bill passed 5-2. The committee also approved HCR 2048, which would withhold pay for statewide elected officials and legislators if the general appropriations bill is not enacted by April 30 and send the measure to voters. Supporters said it would create a stronger incentive to finish the budget on time; opponents said more work was needed on session length and bill volume. The resolution passed 4-3. Later, HB 2324, allowing municipalities with their own fire codes to petition for county buildings inside city limits to be inspected under local code through an intergovernmental agreement, passed 7-0 after testimony from county and state fire officials who supported the concept but wanted technical amendments. The committee then passed HB 4087, authorizing a memorial plaque for former legislator Barbara Leff, with the family covering costs. Finally, HB 2239 created a child care grant program and infrastructure fund to expand child care in underserved and rural communities. Supporters described severe child care shortages, economic impacts, and safety concerns; the sponsor framed it as an investment in workforce participation and child well-being. The bill passed 5-0 with one present and one not voting. The committee then began hearing HB 2375 on historic districts and middle housing, but the transcript cuts off before final action on that measure.

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• The provider would also be admissible, not the limits, but just the fact that there is coverage and that's
• I looked at Senator Burton's amendment, I read it in that could have been wrong, that it kind of limited
• This is not just limited damages. It eliminates the rights.
• Cs for SB 86 is reported favorably Tab. 3 SB 316, on limited liability companies by Senator Berman.
• So many of these Russell's, for instance, can also contribute to acid rain further exasperating any,

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Contractors don't need to contribute to an apprenticeship fund that does not exist.
• apprenticeship or training program would have a contribution of zero.
• Chairman, this is not mandatory contributions except in some certain situations.
• It's not mandatory contributions except in some certain situations.
• We've all contributed funds, and it, it, one of my concerns that I've had, and I've, contributed funds

Keywords: 996, all

Summary: The committee first took up HB 322, which would create a transportation trust fund and transportation program fund. The sponsor offered and the committee adopted an amendment striking the section that would have imposed a 1% gross receipts tax on electricity sales. After a recap of the bill’s remaining provisions, including a $400 million seed amount and future transfers from motor vehicle excise tax revenue, the committee heard brief support from Associated Contractors of New Mexico and the Asphalt Pavement Association and no opposition. The amended bill then passed on a roll-call vote. The committee then heard HB 270, a public works/apprenticeship bill that would require contributions to approved apprenticeship and training programs or to the Public Works Apprentice and Training Fund for public works construction projects, while eliminating an exemption for certain road, highway, utility, and maintenance work. Supporters, including union carpenters, electrical workers, the building trades council, and apprenticeship advocates, argued the bill would expand training, help address labor shortages, and provide a return on public investment. Opponents from utility contractors, highway contractors, and Associated Contractors of New Mexico said they already operate federally approved in-house training programs, warned the bill would raise project costs, and argued some trades have no accessible approved programs. Members questioned how the bill would interact with existing in-house programs, whether rural contractors and nonunion firms would be affected, and whether the state-approved fund and federal highway training requirements could conflict. A proposed amendment to exempt projects of $50 million or less was introduced but tabled. After extensive debate, the committee voted 6-5 to pass HB 270. The meeting also included discussion of a prior procedural error in which HB 270 had been heard before being properly assigned, which the chair said rendered that earlier action void. At the end of the meeting, the committee received a brief New Mexico Department of Transportation District 3 presentation on district projects, budget, and construction status.

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• There's a ratepayer contribution and there's a customer contribution for sure, which can be sorted out
• producers in Wyoming that contribute producers in Wyoming that contribute hugely<01:32:02.560>
• or developers you know under limited or developers you know under limited circumstances<01:42:57.360
• <02:54:45.439> And What is what is the upper limit? And What is what is the upper limit?
• Yeah, we call it kayak contribution<04:01:55.840> of<04:01:56.080> construction contribution

Keywords: 916, all

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• to provide for enhanced contributions from the state for County and Prosecuting Attorneys.
• Chairman, your actions through the budget bill for the biennium increased the state contribution for
• county the state contribution for county and prosecuting attorneys and assistant county and prosecuting
• Right now in the budget, we have provided for $2.1 to $2.2 million to cover the retirees' contribution
• Congress could certainly reauthorize it, but we've planned for this to be time-limited.

Keywords: 916, all

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• Additionally, Senate Bill 145 prohibits the department from imposing arbitrary limits on the number of
• Additionally, Senate Bill 145 prohibits the department from imposing arbitrary limits on the number of
• The department from imposing arbitrary limits on the number of events a licensed caterer may serve or
• A lot of you were there, and we all know the monetary contribution that our equine partners make to this
• that our equin partners contribution that our equin partners make<00:50:54.319> to<00:50:54.640

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Senate convened with an invocation, the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and a declared quorum. The chamber approved the journal, received committee reports, and heard the House message transmitting House Bills 44, 66, 305, 313, 432, and House Joint Resolution 25 for concurrence. New Senate measures were also introduced, including bills on virtual currency kiosks, chronic pain treatments, kindergarten readiness child care incentives, municipal financial reporting, and a highway designation. The floor then took up several bills. Senate Bill 172, relating to utility fuel adjustment, was explained as giving the Public Service Commission authority to spread fuel adjustment surcharges over time to reduce spikes in electric bills; the committee substitute was adopted and the bill passed 38-0. Senate Bill 160, relating to child care centers and an emergency clause, was described as limiting license revocation or suspension to serious violations and adding oversight for new centers; a floor amendment adding the cabinet’s designee to weekly support contacts was adopted, and the bill passed 38-0. Senate Bill 158, concerning vehicle financial protection products, was presented as codifying consumer protections and regulatory standards for gap-type products; it passed 37-0. The Senate also passed Senate Bill 155 on animal health emergencies, which would allow the agriculture commissioner, in consultation with the state veterinarian, to respond more quickly to livestock and poultry emergencies and suspend certain requirements to expedite feed and medicine delivery. Senate Bill 153, addressing harmful and fraudulent practices, was amended and passed 38-0; it codifies fraud-investigation practices, creates a post-disaster contractor registry, and restricts door-to-door solicitations during declared emergencies. Senate Bill 145, updating Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control rules for caterer licenses, passed 35-1, and Senate Bill 118, relating to credit personal property insurance, passed without dissent after a technical committee substitute clarified that gap waivers are excluded and aligned filing rules with existing law. The transcript ends as the chamber moves on to Senate Bill 45 on agritourism, with explanation beginning but no final action shown in the excerpt.

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• <00:40:41.200> And<00:40:41.400> so, statute limit of 10 million.
• And so, statute limit of 10 million.
• The federal<00:43:31.320> government<00:43:31.840> also<00:43:32.240> contributed
• ><00:43:32.960> to federal government also contributed to federal government also contributed
• of Red Wing, so within the city limits of Red Wing, so it's<00:58:08.000> our<00:58:08.120>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• and not the most recent limit of $130,000?
• Assembly Member Gonzalez: The older limit and not the most recent limit of $130,000.
• We know that reserves are very limited.
• The limitation of time is the out-of-state placement.
• Thank you. ...and the Medi-Cal asset limit reinstatement.

Summary: The hearing began with opening remarks on the Governor’s May Revision for child care and human services, with committee members and advocates stressing that the budget should not be balanced on the backs of low-income families, children, and providers. Legislative members and public witnesses strongly opposed the proposed suspension of the child care COLA, reductions to the Emergency Child Care Bridge Program, and the lack of codified rate reform tied to the alternative methodology. Several speakers also urged more support for providers affected by the Eaton fire and other disasters, and called for child care to be funded at the true cost of care and for additional slots to be restored. Administration, LAO, and Department of Education staff described the child care proposal as maintaining existing funding levels while adding administrative resources to prepare for federally required prospective payment changes and single-rate reform. The administration said the May Revision would suspend the 2025–26 COLA and reduce Bridge Program funding to align with utilization, while the LAO raised questions about the size and purpose of the proposed rate-reform and prospective-payment funding and recommended rejecting a Department of Technology exemption. CDE supported continued early education investments but said it would need additional resources if prospective pay were extended to state preschool, and it objected to a proposed reallocation of preschool funds for inclusive education grants. The committee then moved to the IHSS portion of the May Revision. DSS outlined five major proposals: capping provider work hours at 50 per week, eliminating IHSS for undocumented adults age 19 and older, shifting certain Community First Choice reassessment penalties to counties, reinstating the Medi-Cal asset test as a conforming IHSS reduction, and automating the termination of IHSS when Medi-Cal eligibility ends. DSS also discussed funding to implement a federal HCBS access rule and a separate reassessment of IHSS administrative methodology that found counties would need additional administrative funding. Finance said the proposals were intended to slow program growth and improve sustainability, while the LAO said it was still analyzing the package and raised concerns about implementation, county workload, and the potential loss of services. Committee members and public commenters criticized the IHSS cuts, especially the overtime cap and the elimination of services for undocumented adults and people affected by the asset test. Advocates argued that IHSS workers and recipients depend on these services, that county administration is already underfunded, and that the proposals could destabilize vulnerable consumers. The chair closed by saying the committee would continue to fight for child care and would not pause on child care, and the meeting recessed before moving on to the remaining May Revision items.

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• We appreciate their expertise and contributions to the people of the great state of California.
• The contributions of our immigrant communities enrich our state.
• The contributions of our immigrant communities enrich our state.
• But for too long, their contributions have been deliberately erased.
• It is a history that all of us... ...of transgender leadership and contributions.

Summary: The Assembly met on July 17, 2025, after a quorum call and prayer, then moved through a long ceremonial and floor session. The chamber recognized the 2025 Science and Technology Policy Fellows, the 2024-25 Jesse Marvin Unruh Assembly Fellows, and the 2025 Assembly Fellows, and also heard guest introductions honoring Brad Webb of Legislative Counsel, youth advocates supporting AB 1231, the Live Oak Lady Lions softball team, the new UC President J.B. Milliken, the Rohnert Park 11-and-under Cal Ripken All-Star team, and arts leaders from Auburn. The Assembly also took up several procedural motions, including removing some bills from the consent calendar and noting absences. On the floor, members adopted ACR 12 designating November 1 as Fernando Valenzuela Day, with broad support and 66 co-authors, and later adopted H.R. 56 recognizing August 2025 as Chicano Heritage Month, with 65 co-authors. The Assembly also adopted ACR 101 naming a portion of State Highway Route 46 the James Dean Memorial Highway, and H.R. 50 proclaiming November 25, 2025, as Elimination of Violence Against Women Day, with members emphasizing survivor support and prevention. In each case, authors and supporters highlighted the cultural, historical, or public-safety significance of the measures. The chamber also concurred in Senate amendments on several bills, including AB 359 on the Political Reform Act, AB 594 on student health insurance protections, AB 1085 banning license plate obstruction devices and penalizing sellers, AB 1286 on public employment transparency, and AB 1505, the Agriculture Committee omnibus bill. AJR 14, urging federal attention to the impact of tariffs on California ports, passed 44-1 after debate over trade policy and port jobs. AJR 17, calling for modernization of immigration law and a pathway to lawful status for long-term undocumented residents, passed 47-7 after extensive debate focused on immigrant families, the economy, and federal enforcement actions. The Assembly also adopted the resolutions by voice vote where required and recorded the roll-call results for the joint resolutions.

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• We really have had to limit those exceptions to people who have extraordinary need, aligned with what
• We really have had to limit those exceptions to people who have extraordinary need, aligned with what
• extends The Limited exception to add<00:33:50.840> up<00:33:50.960> to<00:33:51.080>
• resources, limited beds.
• it there is not the local contribution it there is not the local contribution to<01:19:48.000>

Bills: HF2196, HF2586, HF2187, HF2037

Keywords: mental health, emotional disturbance, terminology update, statutory cleanup, conforming amendments, children's mental health, serious mental illness, severe emotional disturbance, case management, residential treatment, outpatient services, crisis services, health plan coverage, antipsychotic drugs, medical assistance, Medicaid, foster care, juvenile court, school discipline, county board

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• On page three, when we talk about those groups that are contributing into the score via the formula with
• their input and perspective, I think it's great that we have these groups contributing to it within
• There are very strict limitations on what the rules can be and what the role of the board is, and one
• So very easily, rules could be in place because I do have strict limitations on what they can write rules
• We may put a population limit on it so that these things apply only to certain areas, because we struggle

Bills: HB3131, HB3380, HB3502, HB3552, HB3849, HB3886, HB3907, HB4201, HB4302, HB3448, HB3409, HB4095, HB3637

Keywords: homelessness, shelter standards, safety, accountability, state funding, local governance, regulation, Oklahoma Homeless Shelter Safety and Accountability Act, foster care, child welfare, Department of Human Services, educational opportunities, employment support, technology in child welfare, faith-based organizations, self-sufficiency, financial literacy, HB3502, Oklahoma, children's code

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• I want to contribute to America's future victories.
• ensure that they are aligned with DoD's CMA and C requirements, allowing them to save money and contribute
• So how are you going to contribute to a revitalization of that triad to make sure we are competing with
• Katanasi, do you agree it is important for both competition and data security to limit contractors from
• You're going to need people that look at production rates and limiting factors in the supplier base.

Keywords: defense industrial base, small business, workforce development, acquisition processes, national security, cybersecurity, critical minerals

Summary: The meeting of the committee revolved around critical discussions on enhancing the defense industrial base, focusing on small business engagement and the importance of streamlined processes in defense contracting. There was a significant emphasis on the need for more investment in the defense manufacturing sector, particularly in the face of competition from countries like China. Some members expressed frustration over the treatment of small businesses, citing barriers that prevent these innovative companies from effectively participating in defense contracts. The need for a workforce capable of meeting the common challenges posed by evolving technologies and geopolitical threats was also highlighted throughout the meeting.

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• While we continue to analyze the drop in incidents, we believe that there are three contributing factors
• They push the limits of their sanity as they converse with predators online in chat rooms.
• Stop CSAM would require the provider to submit limited additional data in its reports.
• But there's limited information in some cases of what we can share.
• In other words, is it gonna contribute to the proliferation of these images or is it?

Keywords: Stop CSAM Act, child exploitation, online safety, reporting requirements, tech accountability, NCMEC, survivor support, legislative testimony

Summary: The committee meeting centered around the urgent need to address child sexual abuse material (CSAM) online, focusing primarily on the testimony and discussions surrounding the Stop CSAM Act. Several witnesses, including representatives from law enforcement and advocacy organizations, highlighted the significant drop in reports of child exploitation cases despite an alarming increase in actual incidents. Concerns were raised about tech companies' reporting practices, with calls for more stringent requirements to ensure timely and accurate reporting of suspected abuse. The legislation aims to fortify protections for child victims by imposing stricter obligations on tech platforms to report incidents and support law enforcement in investigations.

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• However, given our limited time together today, I will focus on a few key areas that are critical to
• Local university, nonprofit and private sector partnerships often with time limited and unsustainable
• These compounded risk factors, coupled with limited access to resources can significantly improve increase
• face trauma we can address and improve the organizational and systemic factors and policies that contribute
• We certainly contribute through fundraising through other grant opportunities to offset funds scale.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• My bill right now is looking to limit that ability to three times.
• Hagerty also has a relatively high mileage limit of 7,500 miles a year.
• So Haggerty also has a relatively high mileage limit of 7,500 miles a year.
• And I, for one, can attest to my own contributions to this fight.
• And I, for one, can attest to my own contributions to this fight.

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee heard several bills focused on active transportation, transit, road safety, and local enforcement. SB 569 would restrict removal or downgrading of bikeways built with state General Fund dollars for at least 20 years, require public hearings before major changes, and was supported by bicycle advocates and some local and environmental groups. The City of Encinitas opposed the bill, arguing it could limit needed safety fixes and should apply only to future projects; committee members discussed whether the bill still allowed safety-based modifications. The bill passed on a due pass vote to Appropriations. SB 741 would streamline the Low-Carbon Transit Operations Program by reducing administrative burden and giving transit agencies more flexibility to use funds for service improvements, fare programs, and other transit needs while maintaining oversight and disadvantaged community requirements. Transit agencies and advocacy groups supported the measure, saying it would help agencies respond to post-pandemic ridership and financial challenges. The committee approved the bill on a due pass as amended vote to Appropriations. The committee also heard SB 1167, which would tighten consumer protections by clarifying that high-powered e-motos and similar motor vehicles are not e-bikes, requiring clearer disclosures and labels, and improving crash reporting. Supporters said the bill would reduce confusion and improve safety for riders, pedestrians, and parents; the Motorcycle Industry Council opposed unless amended, arguing the term “e-bike” is used broadly and the bill could affect existing businesses. The bill passed to Appropriations. Later, SB 953, dealing with vehicular manslaughter cases dismissed through misdemeanor diversion, would add DMV points so fatal conduct remains reflected on driving records; the bill was supported by the victim’s family and safety advocates and passed to Appropriations. The committee then heard SB 1218, which would let local agencies boot vehicles tied to repeated unpaid illegal dumping citations instead of using DMV enforcement. Oakland officials and community groups supported the bill as a needed deterrent, while the ACLU opposed it as punitive debt collection without a sufficient nexus to the vehicle. The bill passed to Appropriations. Finally, SB 739 would revise the Clean Miles Standard for rideshare companies by allowing CARB and CPUC to adjust electric vehicle mileage targets in light of current market conditions; Uber and Lyft supported the flexibility, while clean air advocates began raising concerns about weakening climate goals as the transcript cut off.

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• And Madam Chair, is there a time limit on that?
• Contributed to that, and I believe New Mexico has contributed close to $29 million to the Shiprock Command
• But because we had limited applicants, we only hired three.
• That's the ICIP; we try to keep it limited to the top three priority projects.
• Access to health care became limited. limited, and the cost of operations escalated.

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• Ten Commandments bill display in public schools, which will be 11 by 14 inches in size, is that it limits
• And here we are, married, faithful to our wives, faithful to our kids, contributing to our state, and
• contributing to our communities.
• So, we'll go with a proponent and an opponent back and forth until we are on a limited time.
• There's no time limit in here. I'm sure that's time limit in here.

Bills: SB166, HB365, HB272, HB232, HB234, SB278, SB277

Keywords: Ten Commandments, public education, displays, funding, Alabama law, STEM, science education, technology education, engineering education, math education, workforce development, career pathways, Alabama STEM Council, Department of Workforce, education policy, higher education, community colleges, K-12 education, teacher pipeline, STEM careers

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• I think there's roughly 35 plus whoever else is signed in at the door, and we do limit testimony to three
• It would require the state to incorporate those goals into emission limits and some limits and future
• and with the new... ...reasonable pathway to compliance with our emission limits and with the new goals
• These decisions reflect a growing recognition of the current limitations in electric truck technology
• We live on a planet with limited resources, so choices and trade-offs must be made.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy heard testimony on several transportation and clean-fuel bills. Supporters of H. 3535 argued for delaying or pausing enforcement of Massachusetts’ zero-emission vehicle sales mandate, saying the current ACC2 timeline is unrealistic given low ZEV sales, limited charging infrastructure, dealer inventory concerns, and potential economic impacts on dealerships, consumers, and tax revenue. Opponents of that approach, including automakers and clean transportation advocates, said the state should stay on course with electrification and that the mandate is necessary to meet climate goals. The committee also heard support for H. 3570/S. 2326 to update vehicle emission standards for municipal and utility fleets, with municipal utility representatives saying current electric truck technology, charging access, and costs make the rules impractical for critical public services. A major portion of the hearing focused on S. 2246, the Freedom to Move Act, which would require MassDOT and regional planning agencies to set vehicle miles traveled reduction goals and align transportation spending with climate targets. Supporters said the bill would better coordinate transportation planning, encourage transit, biking, and walking, and help Massachusetts meet emissions goals while saving money and improving public health. Some committee members raised concerns that the bill could duplicate existing transportation climate mandates and could disadvantage rural residents who must drive long distances; witnesses responded that the bill is meant to add coordination and flexibility, not impose a one-size-fits-all solution. The committee also heard testimony on H. 3448, which would set deadlines to electrify school buses and public fleets and create programs for private fleet electrification. Advocates said fleet electrification is a practical way to cut emissions, improve air quality, and save money over time, especially for schoolchildren exposed to diesel exhaust. Several witnesses also supported low-carbon fuel standard bills H. 3576 and S. 2251, arguing they would reduce fuel carbon intensity and generate revenue for charging and clean-fuel investments. Others, including a coalition opposed to private jet expansion, objected to the bills’ treatment of sustainable aviation fuel, saying it is not scalable, is expensive, and could create land-use and food-supply tradeoffs. No votes or formal committee actions were taken in the hearing excerpt provided.