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NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

IC - Legislative Health and Human Services Jul 21st, 2025

Legislative Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • However, we do have plans to make this public on the open Internet.
  • for the public to see what you're doing now?
  • Are they just sent back to the streets?
  • Then we do something called street on courtroom knowledge symptoms recognition.
  • I am very proud of our local law enforcement and our public safety personnel.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

House - Health and Human Services Feb 5th, 2025

House Health & Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, since we did public comment the first time around, we're going to skip public comment.
  • So, we will go to the public for comment.
  • Opportunity to provide public comment on House Bill 70 as a frontline worker.
  • Street. Am I correct in that? In large part, yes, Madam Chair.
  • So quickly, we will go to the public.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/13/25

Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Council 5 is a public and private sector labor union.
  • </c> disproportionately impact public disproportionately impact public employees<01:18:40.320><c> because
  • </c><01:20:06.360><c> unions</c> this cost whether it's public unions this cost whether it's public unions
  • I think we should say, for both government transparency and public oversight of public benefits that
  • I think we should say, for both government transparency and public oversight of public benefits that
Bills: HF1976
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> 200 feet and the area was zoned public 200 feet and the area was zoned public open<00:13:58.160>
  • </c><00:14:50.639><c> uses</c><00:14:51.120><c> next</c> to fund the public uses next to fund the public
  • </c><00:15:35.639><c> in</c><00:15:35.800><c> kakaako</c> the street in kakaako the street in kakaako
  • </c> Quasi judicial hearing for um our public Quasi judicial hearing for um our public hearing<01:19:
  • </c> residential development procedure public residential development procedure public hearing<01:30:
Summary: The joint hearing of the Water and Land, Hawaiian Affairs, and Housing committees on January 29, 2025 focused on SB 534, with the chairs outlining hearing procedures, public testimony limits, and plans to allow extended presentations from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) and the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) before moving to other testifiers. The hearing was presented as a public, transparent discussion of OHA’s plans for Kakaʻako Makai, with committee members noting that decision-making would follow if time permitted. OHA testified in strong support of SB 534. The chair of OHA’s Board of Trustees said the bill was a novel proposal for the legislature and emphasized that OHA was bringing together a broad coalition of partners and stakeholders, including representatives from construction, hospitality, education, law enforcement, civil service, and schools, as well as longtime community advocates who have opposed development in Kakaʻako Makai. OHA’s presentation reviewed the history of the area, the creation and role of HCDA, prior master plans, the 2012 land conveyance to OHA, and the argument that OHA has not been able to realize the full economic value of the lands because desired entitlements were not secured. OHA linked the bill to its constitutional mission to improve conditions for Native Hawaiians and argued that the state’s housing crisis makes additional development, including residential use, especially important. A major theme of the testimony was housing. OHA argued that Hawaiʻi faces severe affordability pressures, out-migration, and workforce shortages, and said that residential development in Kakaʻako Makai would help address those needs while also supporting the value of the trust lands. The presentation described HCDA’s authority over zoning and development in Kakaʻako, the existing reserved housing requirements, and the need for a master plan that could move forward if SB 534 becomes law. No votes or final committee action were taken in the portion of the hearing provided; the discussion remained in the presentation and testimony phase.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Transportation (2-11-26)

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • And as you know, last session we passed a bill regarding street legal special purpose vehicles.
  • So what did you do to street legal special purpose vehicles? >> Senator Storm. >> Thank you, Mr.
  • And as you know, last session we passed a bill regarding street legal special purpose vehicles.
  • So what did you do to street legal special purpose vehicles? >> On page six, you said?
  • </c> relates to street legal special. relates to street legal special.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • sense for is that exactly what's needed or is there a thousand or 2,000 square feet in some of our public
  • First is the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet, Department of Corrections, KCIW main building window
  • to Bullock Avenue on West 12th Street in the city of Covington.
  • to Bulock Avenue on West 12th Street to Bulock Avenue on West 12th Street<00:26:53.120><c> in</c><00
  • </c><00:26:54.960><c> This</c> Street in the city of Coington. This Street in the city of Coington.
Summary: The committee first handled routine business, including roll call, approval of the July minutes, and several informational reports. Those reports included a University of Kentucky restricted-fund medical equipment purchase for Chandler Hospital, debt issues for five school districts, Eastern Kentucky University’s planned model laboratory school using construction management risk delivery, a Division of Real Properties lease advertisement, Kentucky Communications Network Authority quarterly project reports, and EKU asset preservation revisions. Members then heard and approved a new UK St. Clair Urgent Care Clinic lease in Morehead and an amendment expanding space for the UK Family and Community Medicine Clinic at Turflin Clinic. Testimony explained that both properties are privately owned, the Morehead lease predated the UK/St. Clair arrangement, and the Turflin Clinic is tight on space. The committee also approved three new projects and an appropriation increase: two Department of Military Affairs projects, a Window Ford Training Center underground electric project and a Williamsburg Readiness Center interior repair project, a Fish and Wildlife property acquisition adjoining Veterans Memorial Wildlife Management Area, and an $8.113 million increase for the Department of Revenue integrated tax system (DORIS). The DORIS increase was described as needed for change orders tied to legislation and to complete the unified tax system. The committee next reviewed no-action items, including a $3 million emergency flood-damage repair project for the Bush Building and Vest-Lindsay House in Frankfort, and three pool projects over $1 million: a Kentucky Correctional Institute for Women window replacement phase 2 project, a Department of Criminal Justice Training interior refurbishment at Thompson Hall, and the Muddy Gut Branch stream mitigation project in Johnson County. The flood project was confirmed to be fully reimbursed by insurance proceeds. Finally, the Kentucky Infrastructure Authority presented six loans and nine grants. Action items included water and sewer financing for Cumberland County, Lebanon, Northern Kentucky Water District, Lewisport, and Providence, plus a major Taylor Mill treatment plant project and several cleaner water grants and reallocations. Members asked about loan rates, local rate increases needed to repay debt, and the Providence emergency water interconnect; staff explained that Lewisport had begun a rate increase process, and that the Providence project would connect Webster County Water District and the city of Providence to stabilize pressure after a systemwide failure. All action items were approved.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Legacy Finance Committee 3/12/25

Legacy Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're also looking at the public benefits they provide.
  • We're also looking at the public benefits they provide.
  • And sometimes, you know, the public doesn't necessarily know. But I've noticed public TV...
  • But we have always believed public funding has to benefit the public.
  • Museum on Main Street.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • I had heard this bill previously a couple of times in the Public Safety Committee, and I'm trying to
  • I had heard this bill previously a couple of times in the Public Safety Committee, and I'm trying to
  • I had heard this bill previously a couple of times in the Public Safety Committee, and I'm trying to
  • Representative Koznick, to talk about this with anybody in Public Safety at this point.
  • Uh, we did have a hearing in the Public Safety Committee.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Agriculture Mar 3rd, 2025

Agriculture

Transcript Highlights:
  • Since public whipping has gone out of fashion, we resorted to a third-degree felony.
  • Seeing that amendment withdrawn, we will now move to public comment on the bill.
  • So, public comment on the bill, we have Levin Gaston. You were recognized. Thank you.
  • That's all the public comment that I have. Members, we're back in debate on the bill.
  • I don't see how that helps somebody just walking down the street or a neighbor.
Committee: Senate Agriculture
Summary: The Committee on Agriculture met with a quorum present and heard four bills. CS/SB 150, by Senator Gates, would make it a third-degree felony to abandon a restrained animal during a declared weather emergency, such as a hurricane or tornado, and was presented as “Trooper’s Law” in response to a widely publicized rescue of a dog during Hurricane Milton. The bill drew supportive public cards and brief supportive remarks from Senator Boyd, then passed unanimously and was reported favorably. SB 374, by Senator Truenow, would refine the definition of farm product to include plant and plant products and bar local governments from adopting ordinances that limit the collection, storage, and processing of farm products on bona fide agricultural land. An amendment was withdrawn to allow further discussion on food waste issues. Speakers from composting, recycling, and poultry interests supported the bill, and it was reported favorably. SB 560, by Senator Martin, would restrict certain chemical additives in food products. The sponsor said the bill targets 10 chemicals he believes are harmful, noted that two have already been banned by the FDA, and argued Florida should act rather than wait for federal action. Industry and retail witnesses opposed the bill as creating a patchwork of state rules, raising costs, and disrupting supply chains, while some senators said they supported the bill for now but expected further changes. The committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Rouson voting no. SB 572, the Pam Rock Act by Senator Collins, would create a statewide dangerous dog registry, add criminal penalties for certain dangerous-dog attacks, and require permits, microchipping, spay/neuter, and $100,000 liability insurance for dangerous dogs. The sponsor and the Rock family described severe attacks and deaths involving dangerous dogs and argued the registry would help protect the public. Some senators questioned the registry’s usefulness, the amount of information collected, and insurance availability, but the bill passed and was reported favorably. The committee then adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Health Committee Jun 30th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • She was released to the streets of Sacramento.
  • It has been a year of added suffering on the streets, from streets to emergency departments to short
  • psychiatric stays back to the streets.
  • This requirement does not extend to public agencies because public-sector plans are, of course, exempt
  • In my opinion, this is stealing from the public.
Summary: The Assembly Health Committee heard several measures, beginning with SB 331 by Sen. Menjivar, which would require large-group health plans to cover hearing aids for children. The author and supporters described the bill as a long-running effort to address a developmental emergency and reduce out-of-pocket costs for families, while opponents were absent. Testimony from parents, advocates, medical experts, and organizations emphasized the importance of early access to hearing aids; committee members voiced strong support, and the bill was moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations, with several members requesting to be added as coauthors. The committee then heard SB 608, also by Sen. Menjivar, to expand access to condoms in school-based health centers and related settings and to prevent barriers such as ID checks. Supporters, including students and school health advocates, argued the bill would improve sexual health and reduce stigma, while opponents from family and faith groups argued it would undermine parental authority and normalize early sexual activity. The bill was supported by committee members and moved forward on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. Next, SB 971 by Sen. Choi proposed community-based healthy aging partnerships for older adults, with testimony from the California Senior Legislature and supporters from aging and dementia organizations. The measure was described as voluntary and focused on connection, independence, and local collaboration; there was no opposition, and the committee moved it on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. The committee also heard SB 869 by Sen. Weber Pierson, which would require warning icons and statements on chain restaurant menus for beverages with very high added sugar content. Supporters framed it as a transparency and public health measure, while restaurant and beverage industry representatives opposed it unless amended, citing cost and menu-space concerns; the bill was nevertheless moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations after a roll call vote, with some members voting no and the measure placed on call. The committee also considered SB 950 by Sen. Weber Pierson, aimed at ensuring timely coverage of FDA-approved, medically necessary treatments for early-onset Alzheimer’s disease on commercial plans. Supporters, including the Alzheimer’s Association and a patient advocate, said the bill would reduce delays and barriers to care, while health plan representatives opposed it over step therapy and utilization-management concerns. Members discussed the limited treatment window and the need for early access, and the bill was moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. In addition, SB 490 by Sen. Umberg would set timelines for DHCS investigations of unlicensed sober living homes and allow counties to assist if the department cannot act in time; supporters from Anaheim and a patient-brokering survivor described serious abuse and oversight gaps, while county behavioral health representatives opposed the county role as an unfunded and potentially liability-creating burden. After discussion, the bill was also moved on a do-pass basis to Appropriations. Finally, the committee began hearing SB 1037 by Sen. Weber Pierson on health insurance affordability and rate review, with supporters arguing it would tie premium increases more closely to affordability targets and public reporting; the transcript cuts off before the committee completed action on that measure.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Session (04/23/2026)

New Hampshire House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> Michigan, a top 10 public university. Michigan, a top 10 public university.
  • </c> She took on the fight to bring public She took on the fight to bring public kindergarten<00:16:59.040
  • </c><00:22:51.120><c> Safety</c> Criminal Justice and Public Safety Criminal Justice and Public Safety
  • </c> When I got involved with the public When I got involved with the public school<01:27:54.840><c>
  • </c> those public schools. those public schools.
AR

Arkansas 2026 1st Special Session

LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING-COUNTIES AND MUNICIPALITIES Jan 8th, 2026

LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING-COUNTIES AND MUNICIPALITIES

Transcript Highlights:
  • Next up is our discussion of Act 709 of 2021, repayment of street turnback for Daisy. Mr.
  • In 2022 and 2021, the town spent street fund monies, which were restricted by Arkansas Code Annotated
  • So if it's documented that it's a right-of-way on a street, then that would be acceptable.
  • Can you pay $2,300 out of your general fund to the street fund annually?
  • Can you pay $2,300 out of your general fund to the street fund annually?
Summary: The committee first approved a motion by voice vote, then received updates on delinquent private water and sewer reports. For the 2012 reports, staff said five additional 2024 reports had been received since the December meeting, bringing the total to 17 with escrow funds released and 26 still escrowed. For the 2023 delinquent reports, two more had come in, leaving five outstanding; both reports were filed without objection. The committee then focused on Act 709 repayment issues for the town of Daisy. Audit staff said Daisy had made unauthorized payments to a nonprofit and had used restricted street funds for fire-related expenses, and that the town had not yet adopted the required repayment ordinance. Mayor Lisa Cogburn said the council had not approved repayment because members disputed the amount, though she said the town had funds to pay. After discussion about the audit calculations and statutory repayment requirements, the committee adopted a motion requiring 10% repayment of the street fund under the statute and providing that failure to comply would result in withholding turnback funds. The Daisy report was then filed. The committee reviewed numerous additional audit findings from cities, counties, and water departments. Several local officials appeared and described corrective steps, including reconciliation work in Harrison and Carroll County, revenue-code corrections in Izard County, monthly bond-pending reviews in Alexander, fixed-asset documentation and receipt procedures in the town of 56, and bookkeeping/receipt improvements in Ozan and Lee County. Some matters were deferred, including several private water and sewer reports and Green Forest, while others were filed. Reports involving more serious issues were referred to the prosecuting attorney and Attorney General, including Bull Shoals, Lone Oak County, Beaver, Central City, Gravette, Ralston Water Department, Thornton Waterworks, and others. The committee also filed 19 reports with resolved findings and 53 reports with no findings, and adjourned with the next meeting set for February 12, 2026.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Criminal Justice Feb 11th, 2026

Criminal Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we're talking about something that's a lot different than a drug cartel or a street gang.
  • We're talking about individuals who... ...drug cartel, a street gang.
  • Senators, that does it for our public speaker cards. We are now in debate.
  • The current makeup of the commission is two state attorneys and two public defenders.
  • The current makeup of the commission is two state attorneys and two public defenders.
Bills: S0086 , S0642 , S0712 , S0758 , S0896 , S1224 , S1300 , S1370 , S1712
Summary: The committee met with a quorum present and took up a series of bills, beginning with SB 1300 on education and workforce development for current and former inmates. Senator Claudio explained that the bill is intended to expand collaboration between the Department of Transportation and the Department of Corrections to provide training opportunities tied to Florida’s need for CDL drivers. The bill was reported favorably without debate. Members then considered SB 896 on campus safety, as amended by strike-all and late-filed amendment. The bill would require postsecondary institutions to adopt active assailant response plans, conduct security risk assessments, improve threat reporting and information sharing, and allow voluntary participation in the guardian program; the late-filed amendment removed a prohibition on guardians wearing uniforms. After questions about the firearm-discharge provision near campuses and testimony both for and against, the committee reported the bill favorably. The committee also reported favorably SB 86 on commercial motor vehicles operated by unauthorized aliens, SB 642 on foreign and alien bail bond insurers, and confirmed appointees listed on tabs 10 through 19. The committee next heard SB 712 on pyramid promotional schemes, which would create a new prohibition and increase penalties while preserving legitimate direct sales plans. Members raised concerns about whether participants in such schemes might themselves be victims, and the sponsor said prosecutorial discretion would distinguish victims from primary wrongdoers; the bill was reported favorably. SB 1224 on rental housing application fraud was also amended and reported favorably after testimony from apartment and realtor groups in support. In the latter part of the meeting, Chair Martin presented SB 1370 to expand habitual traffic offender status to repeated unlicensed driving, and SB 1712 to create a statewide FDLE counterintelligence and counterterrorism unit. SB 1370 was reported favorably unanimously. SB 1712 drew extensive questioning and public opposition over concerns about broad language, surveillance, and possible impacts on speech and protest, but the sponsor said the unit would focus on protecting the state from adversary intelligence threats and operate within constitutional limits; it was reported favorably. Finally, SB 758 on the Justice Administrative Commission was amended to adjust commission membership and reported favorably unanimously. The committee then recorded additional votes for members and adjourned.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
  • the Senate, and I staff as a research analyst for Military Affairs and Border Security, as well as Public
  • Just two days ago, they executed Alex Prudy on the streets of Minneapolis.
  • Just two days ago, they executed Alex Prudy on the streets of Minneapolis.
  • I want the police focused on public safety, not demanding papers.
  • Chairman, members of the committee and public, I would like to explain my vote.
Summary: The Military Affairs and Border Security Committee heard two bills. SB 1055 would require immediate notification to ICE or CBP when a person unlawfully present in the U.S. is arrested by state or local law enforcement for a state or local offense. Supporters said it simply strengthens cooperation with federal authorities and clarifies existing law; opponents, including the ACLU of Arizona and several public commenters, argued it is redundant with current statute, could pressure officers to prolong stops or arrests, and would increase fear, racial profiling, and distrust of police in immigrant communities. Members debated whether the bill conflicted with SB 1070-era law and whether it would create new legal liability or merely add a reporting requirement after arrest. The committee voted 4-3 to give SB 1055 a do-pass recommendation. The committee then considered SB 1065, which appropriates $300,640,000 in FY 2027 from the general fund for a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Military Veterans Fund. Senator Rogers described hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a non-drug treatment that could help veterans with PTSD and improve quality of life, while supporters emphasized the need to explore options for veterans’ mental health and trauma care. Some members said they supported moving the bill forward but had budget concerns or wanted more detail on how veterans would be selected for the program. The committee approved SB 1065 unanimously, 7-0, with a do-pass recommendation, and then adjourned until the following week.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 4th, 2026 at 12:30 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • One of the things that our bill does is bifurcate public records, so also individuals in the public can't
  • Well, they go across public domain. No, we have wiretap laws to prevent that.
  • street.
  • Well, they had no expectation of privacy parking on a public street.
  • But when I walk outside, drive down the street, What I am willing to do to get that privacy.
Summary: The Senate convened with ceremonial opening activities, approved the previous day’s journal, and referred committee reports and new introductions, including SB 6346, to the appropriate committees. It also confirmed several gubernatorial appointments to college and board positions: Glenn F. Ellis to the Peninsula College Board of Trustees, Suzanne Donaldson to the Clark College Board of Trustees, and Jesse E. Johnson to the Highline College Board of Trustees, each by large bipartisan margins. The chamber then considered and passed a series of bills, often after suspending the rules to move them directly to final passage. These included SB 6014 on pregnancy-related accommodations; SB 5863 on preservation and inspection of Lakeland Village historical records; SB 5874 on correcting unemployment insurance employer reporting procedures for small businesses; SB 5972 expanding interest arbitration for certain correctional employees; SB 5286 formalizing reimbursement for local public safety services provided to state hospitals; SB 5877 making a technical correction related to certified anesthesiologist assistants; SB 5904 restricting nursing titles to licensed human persons; SB 5915 updating the health technology assessment program; SB 5919 creating voluntary wildfire-prevention incentives for agriculture; SB 5938 adjusting foreclosure prevention fees and exemptions; SB 5957 expanding the Homeless Youth Advisory Committee; SB 6102 aligning the ambulance transport quality assurance fee with federal rules; and SB 6103 advancing a rural hospital conversion intended to help East Adams Hospital remain open. The most debated measures were SB 5825, which authorizes the Washington State Leadership Board to solicit gifts, grants, and endowments, and SB 6002, which regulates automated license plate reader systems and driver privacy. On SB 5825, two Jeff Wilson amendments seeking to limit administrative use of donated funds and cap contributions were both rejected, but the bill ultimately passed 33-16. On SB 6002, an amendment to broaden authorized uses of ALPRs was rejected, a striking amendment was adopted, and the bill passed 48-9 after extensive floor debate focused on privacy, surveillance, law enforcement utility, and the need for clear rules. Most other bills passed with little or no opposition, though SB 5972 and SB 5203 drew some dissent over impacts on smaller counties and land-use concerns tied to wildlife connectivity planning.
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Indian, Rural and Cultural Affairs Jan 29th, 2026 at 10:04 am

Senate Indian, Rural & Cultural Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Would you like to make public comment? Okay, Malena, you may begin. Thank you.
  • The other two would like to give public comment. Eric, would you like to give public comment? Sure.
  • Eric, would you like to give public comment? Sure. Hi, my name is Eric Royce Meyer.
  • Those in support, would you like to give public comment? Very many members.
  • Those speaking in support, would you like to give public comment?
Bills: SB61 , SB62 , SB99
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Utilities and Energy Committee Jun 24th, 2026

Utilities and Energy

Transcript Highlights:
  • So I'll make a further public service announcement.
  • So I'll make a further public service announcement.
  • The public strongly supports this approach.
  • Main Street, and I know that's a goal we all have.
  • Public water agencies are also subject under Prop 218 to provide advance notification and a public forum
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Culture, Recreation & Tourism Apr 15th, 2025

Culture, Recreation & Tourism

Transcript Highlights:
  • These comments are left by the public on each agenda in our hearings.
  • The members in the public.
  • Temporary street circuits are just that. ...temporary; we build them up to host a three-day event, and
  • Does South by Southwest work with local nonprofits or, let's say, public schools?
  • This is bad for consumers and urges the public.
ND

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Appropriations Apr 7th, 2025 at 08:30 am

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • You know, curb, gutter, streets, all that would qualify as infrastructure under this.
  • Yeah, so curb, gutter, streets, all that would qualify as infrastructure under this.
  • Yeah, so curb, gutter, streets, all that would qualify as infrastructure under this.
  • And whether it's something that's tied to public safety and public health, I guess, altogether, that
  • Something that's tied to public safety and public health, I guess, altogether, that would, you know,
Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 2265, which would provide the Fargo National Cemetery with up to a $3 million line of credit to help fund improvements such as indoor bathrooms, parking, a family gathering area, an office, a hearse garage, and a veterans gallery. Supporters said the cemetery has expanded rapidly since 2019, has already conducted about 1,000 burials, and needs better facilities for families and the Honor Guard; they also said the project would be subject to federal VA approval and, once completed, would be taken over by the VA. Members raised questions about the project’s cost, timing, funding sources, whether the bill should be a grant instead of a line of credit, and whether a chapel should be specifically included. No vote was taken on SB 2265 during the excerpt. The committee then took up Senate Bill 2230, which would have the Secretary of State mail active voters a guide on ballot measures at least 45 days before an election, with objective summaries, fiscal impacts, and arguments for and against each measure. Secretary of State Michael Howe said the office already receives many questions about ballot measures and would post the same information online and at polling places, while emphasizing the need to keep the material objective and consistent with election-law restrictions. Members generally supported the idea as a voter-education tool, and the committee adopted a due pass motion on SB 2230 by a 19-0 vote. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 2256, which would provide one-time state support for the NDSU Research and Technology Park in Fargo to expand its role in commercialization, robotics, precision agriculture, and defense-related technology. Park CEO Brenda Weiland explained that the park is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit spun out of NDSU, governed by a board with both university and industry representation, and that the new model is intended to bridge the gap between research and market-ready products without competing directly with private industry. Members asked about ownership, intellectual property, the planned partnership with Carnegie Mellon’s robotics center, and how the park would use the funding; the discussion focused on contracts, licensing, and the park’s intent to build technical capacity and attract companies. The excerpt ends before any vote on SB 2256.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Apr 14th, 2025

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • This is about Main Street, not Wall Street.
  • First, it prevents Wall Street from placing a secondary hidden tax on Main Street customers when they
  • Taking ends meet on that gratuity, Wall Street can't assess a hidden tax on that either.
  • who have for far too long been crushed by the Goliaths on Wall Street.
  • I have never been to Wall Street. We don't have branches on Wall Street.