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• Moving on to business on the daily file.
• We are moving on to business on the daily file. File item 1, ACR 19 by Assemblymember Macedo.
• We are going to pass and retain on file item four.
• We've already taken up file item five, moving on to file item six, ACR.
• Moving on the consent calendar, file item seven.

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• The first file we send is a daily file and it's sent Monday through Friday.
• The third file we send is also a daily file, and it's sent Monday through Friday.
• The fourth file we send is a weekly file, and it is sent every Sunday.
• Independent analysts of the compromised file and subsequent files identified recurring numerical spacing
• files, the investigators compared timestamps, metadata, and file structures, stating that questioned

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• So, Senate File 4310 is a bill relating to FRS. So, Senate File 4310 is a bill relating to FRS.
• <00:37:47.240> Chair, Senate file 4310 over. Yeah, Mr. Chair, Senate file 4310 over.
• File 2630.
• So, we're going to lay over Senate File 4407. And for possible inclusion, Senate File 2630.
• We are going to lay Senate File 4728 over for possible inclusion. Senate File 4710...

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• agenda is house file 3676. agenda is house file 3676. Chair<00:01:25.680> Nash.
• <00:01:49.119> 3637 File 3637 File 3637 to<00:01:50.960> the<00:01:51.200> general
• Next, we have House File 3593, Representative Jacobs or Jacob, sorry. I will move House File 5393.
• I will move House File 5393. I will move House File 5393.
• with House File 3774. >> As we're settling in, I will move House File 3774.

Bills: HF3676, HF3593, HF3785, HF3774, HF4111, HF3513

Keywords: Safe at Home, address confidentiality, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, victim privacy, survivor protection, confidential address, protected address, secret address, identity protection, residential confidentiality, program participant, nondiscrimination, court disclosure, protective order, service of process, driver's license, state ID

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• <00:26:15.520> 3676 his motion to re-refer House File 3676 his motion to re-refer House File
• Chair, I would move uh House File<00:26:37.840> 3683 File 3683 File 3683 and<00:26:40.080>
• <00:30:54.960> 3683, With respect to House File 3683, With respect to House File 3683, I<00
• <01:14:11.840> 3683 renew my motion that House Files 3683 renew my motion that House Files
• And House File 3683 is laid not prevail. And House File 3683 is laid over.

Bills: HF3676, HF3683, HF3395

Keywords: Safe at Home, address confidentiality, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, victim privacy, survivor protection, confidential address, protected address, secret address, identity protection, residential confidentiality, program participant, nondiscrimination, court disclosure, protective order, service of process, driver's license, state ID

Summary: The committee first approved minutes from February 19 and February 26, while skipping the February 24 minutes because of a drafting error that would be corrected later. It then took up House File 3676, a Safe at Home program bill described by Rep. Nash as arising from a constituent’s dangerous identity exposure and intended to tighten protections for participants, including allowing emancipated minors to enroll. Testimony from the Secretary of State’s office explained that the bill would clarify who may apply for a minor, require proof of guardianship, strengthen court findings before a participant’s physical address can be disclosed, increase penalties for harmful disclosure, prohibit discrimination based on participation, require state agencies to designate a Safe at Home contact person, allow use of the Safe at Home card as proof of residence for certain ID purposes, and require judge training. Members raised concerns about federal compatibility, constitutionality of court-related provisions, and the need for a fiscal note on the felony penalty. Several sections were noted as being removed or modified in a later engrossment, and the committee voted to re-refer HF 3676 to the Transportation Finance and Policy Committee. The committee then heard House File 3683, which would direct the state budget forecast to include the estimated cost of fraud. Rep. Nash argued that fraud is a significant but unquantified drain on state resources and said the bill would adapt existing forecast language used for inflation to track fraud costs. Minnesota Management and Budget Deputy Commissioner Anna Mingi testified that fraud is unacceptable and that the agency works to prevent and detect it, but said the twice-yearly forecast is not the right tool for this kind of retrospective analysis. She explained that if fraud is identified, the forecast would reflect reduced spending through program integrity actions rather than a separate fraud-cost line item. The bill was moved and referred to the general register after a roll call was requested.

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• Then we'll go to Senate File 661, then Senate File 799 from Senator Gerson, followed by Senate File 901
• , we'll hear Senate File 1079 from Senator Muhammad.
• We will go to Senate File 661, then Senate File 799 from Senator Gerson, followed by Senate File 901
• Senate File 1079 from Senator Muhammad.
• We will now go to Senate File 1079.

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• We will be hearing Senate File 365 from Senator Oden, and then we'll hear Senate Files 221, 228, and
• 229, and Senate File 237 from our wonderful lead Senator Draheim, and then we will hear Senate File 582
• Senate File 221 and 228 and 229 and Senate File 237 from our wonderful lead Senator Draheim, and then
• we will hear Senate File 582 from Senator Jinsky and Senate File 304 from Senator Lang.
• is Senate File 237.

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• Uh, some of this just has to do with the complication of how people file or need to file.
• <00:09:13.839> It's<00:09:14.080> not people file or need to file.
• It's not people file or need to file.
• We filings and the protective orders.
• Um, and I have presented to you today a bill that I've filed several times and that I intend to file

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Roll Call: 00:00:01 Kentucky’s Justice Reinvestment Initiative – Domestic Violence: 00:02:00 Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act: 00:46:41, 958, all

Summary: The Interim Joint Committee on Judiciary approved the minutes from its July 24, 2025 meeting and heard an announcement about a lunch sponsored by the Kentucky State Buildings and Trades Council on forming a blue-collar caucus. The main presentation came from the Council of State Governments’ Justice Center on the Kentucky Justice Reinvestment Initiative’s domestic violence work, which was described as a multi-year effort begun in 2023 to analyze data and interview stakeholders across the state. Presenters reported that domestic violence is widespread in Kentucky, with about half of adults experiencing some form of violence or stalking in their lifetimes, and that an average of about 22,000 IPV incidents occurred annually from 2018 to 2022. They said domestic violence is a major driver of violent crime, accounting for about 48% of person offenses over a six-year period, and is linked to significant shares of homicides, sex crimes, kidnapping, aggravated assault, and simple assault. They also said reported incidents and arrests have risen in recent years, that protective-order violations and convictions have increased, and that Kentucky ranks near the bottom among surrounding states in the share of victim compensation for domestic-violence-related claims. Law enforcement survey results showed strong adoption of model policies and guidance, but limited use of screening tools for serious injury risk. The presenters emphasized that domestic violence also places heavy demands on law enforcement, courts, and corrections, citing roughly 30,000 law-enforcement responses in 2022 and noting that more than a third of people entering DOC custody and nearly a third under supervision had DV-related histories. They said a small group of repeat offenders drives ongoing harm and that targeted interventions could reduce recidivism. They highlighted a North Carolina example in which focused intervention reduced IPV-related homicides and calls for service, and they referenced Kentucky’s 2020 assessment recommendations on training, language access, protective-order service, and coordination with victim services and batterer intervention providers. They estimated that a 25% reduction in reported DV incidents could prevent nearly 5,000 victimizations annually and reduce DOC commitments and costs substantially. Committee members asked about the relationship between civil domestic violence petitions and companion criminal cases, and the presenters said they would check whether the data could answer that question. Members also discussed recent Kentucky legislation, including Senate Bill 319 on crime victims compensation and House Bill 38, which made a third domestic violence offense a Class D felony. Several members thanked the presenters and advocates, and one member raised concerns about service of process and recent violent incidents involving domestic violence-related warrants, prompting discussion of dedicated service units in larger jurisdictions and the resource limits faced by smaller agencies.

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• Senator May Quaid moves that Senate File Senator May Quaid moves that Senate File 3900, 3900, 3900
• The first bill is Senate File 3899.
• that um I give you Senate File 38.99. that um I give you Senate File 38.99.
• presented in uh Senate File 4176. presented in uh Senate File 4176.
• Next up, we have Senate File 4296.

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• 2438. concerns with House File 2438.
• Is there anyone else present who wishes to testify on House File 2438? All right.
• Is there anyone else present who wishes to testify on House File 2438? All right.
• Moving on now to discussion on House File 2438, the first engrossment.
• I'll renew my motion that House File I'll renew my motion that House File 2438<00:36:44.640>

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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• over here the top priorities house files over here the top priorities house files one<00:19:46.120
• House File 1 through 3—same as before. Will you remind us? Correct.
• So House Files 1, 2, and 3 will be a new independent Inspector General.
• House File 2 is a greater enhancement of holding some of the activities accountable, and House File 3
• one through three accountable house file one through three same<00:20:37.240> as<00:20:37.440

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: House Republican leaders announced that they had reached an organizational agreement with Democrats to organize the Minnesota House and end the session stalemate. Under the deal, Republicans will control the speakership while they hold a 67-66 majority, with Republican chairs on committees and a one-vote edge; if the chamber returns to a 67-67 tie, committees would shift to co-chairs with equal voting. Leaders said the agreement also preserves Republican control of the fraud prevention and agency oversight committee, which will be chaired solely by Rep. Kristin Robbins for two years with a 5-3 Republican majority. The leaders framed the agreement as a way to get lawmakers back to work, pass priority bills, and avoid a special session. They said House Republicans had continued meeting with constituents and interest groups during the delay and were preparing to introduce a large slate of bills, including anti-fraud measures. Rep. Nash said House Files 1 through 3 would be heard the following week in State Government Finance and moved forward; Robbins described them as a new independent inspector general, an accountability measure, and “fraud notes.” The discussion also covered the seating of Rep. Brad Tabke, with Republicans saying they wanted a full Ethics Committee hearing on the election issues before any final action. Leaders said the agreement reflected public pressure to return to work, the pending court case over quorum and organization, and the need to complete the budget on time. They also said the Speaker’s role would be largely full-power rather than a co-speaker arrangement, while some shared decision-making would remain for conferees, absences, and certain administrative appointments.

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• I move, before you is House File 4198.
• <00:19:50.919> Thank in support of House File 4198. Thank in support of House File 4198.
• <00:37:24.680> 4198 House File 4198 House File 4198 over<00:37:27.240> for<00:37:27.880
• <01:27:34.640> 3585 express my support for House File 3585 express my support for House File
• that we'll be the motion that House File that we'll be the motion that House File 3585<01:40:12.120

Bills: HF4213, HF4198, HF3930, HF3585, HF3451

Keywords: education finance, school funding, K-12, prekindergarten, pre-K, early childhood education, general education aid, special education, literacy aid, school meals, free school meals, school breakfast, school lunch, charter school lease aid, charter schools, nonpublic pupil aid, private school aid, transportation aid, desegregation aid, integration aid

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• Committee on Rules reports recommending the following resolutions ought to be adopted: resolutions filed
• partnership between the province of Quebec and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; and resolutions filed
• The Committee on Rules reports that the order filed by Representatives Day of Stoneham and Fluker-Reid
• The Committee on Rules, to whom was referred the order filed by Representatives Muradian of Boston and
• The Committee on Rules, to whom was referred the order filed by Representatives Muradian of Boston and

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The House opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then took up several Committee on Rules reports. It adopted resolutions honoring the partnership between Quebec and Massachusetts and congratulating Lynx Incorporated on its 75th anniversary. The House also approved orders extending reporting deadlines for the Judiciary Committee and the Revenue Committee, and adopted a special procedures order for consideration of House No. 5151, the energy, affordability, clean power, and economic competitiveness bill. The chamber then acted on local legislation. House Bill 4272, authorizing the town of Hudson to grant an additional off-premises wine and malt beverages license, was passed to be enacted. Senate Bill 1898, authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in Plainville, was also passed to be enacted. Finally, the House adopted an order to adjourn and set its next meeting for 11 a.m. the following day in formal session. A Democratic caucus was announced for noon in rooms A1 and A2.

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• I filed this legislation in partnership with Representative Sabadoza and Lewis, who filed H. 1973.
• Segregating these petitions is of the utmost importance, as we've seen in court files that include the
• So I do want to testify in support of this bill, this bill that I filed with Representative Sean Reed
• When I tried to report it to the bank, I was told that my only option was to file a police report.
• When I tried to report it to the bank, I was told that my only option was to file a police report.

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Summary: The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a lengthy public hearing on a wide range of civil actions, labor, consumer protection, and animal welfare bills. Chair Lydia Edwards and Representative Michael Day opened with strict testimony rules and time limits, then heard from legislators and advocates on measures including animal-abuser pet ownership bans (S. 1207/H. 1914), a name-change privacy bill (S. 1045/H. 1973), tort claims reform (H. 1724), law enforcement council coverage under the Tort Claims Act (S. 1199), civil rights and qualified immunity-related proposals (H. 1641), employee free speech/captive audience restrictions (S. 1078/H. 1653), consumer protection and civil rights jurisdiction expansion (S. 1041), private right of action for wage theft (H. 1916), gun-owner liability insurance (H. 1836), pseudoephedrine sales tracking (S. 1243/H. 1581), prepaid legal services plans (H. 1612), structured settlement protections (H. 1863), third-party litigation financing disclosure (H. 1861), antitrust reform for small businesses and workers (S. 1038/H. 1982), legal notices in online-only newspapers (S. 1279/H. 1632), and several animal cruelty and protection bills including H. 1938, H. 1949, S. 1277/H. 1934, and H. 1764. Testimony was largely supportive from bill sponsors and advocacy groups, with repeated themes of protecting vulnerable people and animals, improving access to justice, and updating outdated laws. Supporters of the animal bills argued for stronger possession bans, broader cruelty citations, and civil removal tools to prevent repeat abuse; opponents or conditional supporters raised due process and enforcement concerns, especially around warrantless seizures and requiring retail or shelter staff to check registries. On the labor and consumer side, supporters said the antitrust bill would curb monopoly power and help small businesses and workers, while opponents warned it could destabilize competition and burden successful firms. The employee free speech bill was backed as a response to captive audience meetings, and the wage-theft bill was presented as a way to let workers or organizations pursue claims when individual employees are afraid to come forward. Several public officials and association representatives testified on the law enforcement and civil rights bills. Chiefs of police supported adding law enforcement councils to the Tort Claims Act, saying it would close a liability gap for regional mutual-aid collaborations. But police representatives opposed changes to the Massachusetts Civil Rights Act and qualified immunity-related provisions, arguing the federal system already provides a workable forum and that expanding liability could increase costs, reduce morale, and worsen recruitment and retention. On the consumer/civil rights bill, Senator Collins and a veteran described an out-of-state assault case that they said showed the need for Massachusetts to let residents seek redress at home when rights are violated elsewhere. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the hearing itself; the committee mainly received testimony and questions. Several witnesses indicated they had submitted written testimony or proposed amendments, and some bills drew requests for favorable reports while others were explicitly opposed unless amended.

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• We are proposing House File 3426, Jordan; House File 4151, Witty; House File 4063, Ree; House File 3709
• , Perryman; Senate File 4171, IIGO; Senate File 4760, Noatne; Senate File 2971, Olsen; Senate File 388
• Ree, House File 3709, Perryman, Senate Ree, House File 3709, Perryman, Senate file<00:01:09.119> 4171
• > 4760<00:01:12.720> Noatne, file 4171 IIGO, Senate file 4760 Noatne, file 4171 IIGO, Senate
• Olsen, Senate file 388 Senate file 2971 Olsen, Senate file 388 Kaggel,<00:01:18.080> and<00:01

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• >> Senator Limer moves that Senate File >> Senator Limer moves that Senate File 3648<00:08
• >> Senator Liur moves that Senate File >> Senator Liur moves that Senate File 38:25<
• Senate file 2228. All right. Senate file 2228.
• Senate File 2228.
• that was filed by the state patrol. that was filed by the state patrol.

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• Specifically, they have common sense measures that we will. ...past session that we filed.
• I am here to probably testify in support of credit union bills that I filed this session.
• And we had asked Representative Dubois to file this bill.
• However, he was sued by the bank to file the...
• However, he was sued by the bank to file the documents.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Committee on Financial Services heard testimony on several bills focused on consumer debt, mortgage regulation, credit unions, and foreclosure prevention. The Attorney General’s Office strongly supported the Debt Collection Fairness Act (S. 735/H. 1275), saying it would curb abusive debt collection, prevent stale claims, limit civil arrest warrants, modernize wage garnishment rules, and reduce judgment interest rates. Senator Eldridge and legal aid advocates echoed that support, while the Massachusetts Bankers Association and the Massachusetts Mortgage Bankers Association supported bills on credit union mission/competition, consumer privacy in mortgage applications, subprime loan definitions, UCC updates, and protections for vulnerable adults, but opposed foreclosure mediation proposals and several credit union expansion measures, arguing they would distort competition and add unnecessary burdens. A large portion of the hearing focused on foreclosure prevention bills (S. 765/H. 1090), with testimony from homeowners, housing organizers, and legal advocates describing predatory lending, confusing servicing practices, health harms, and displacement caused by foreclosure. Supporters said a statewide pre-foreclosure mediation program would give borrowers and lenders a chance to reach alternatives such as loan modifications or repayment plans, and cited local experience in Lynn where mediation reportedly produced high rates of foreclosure alternatives. Opponents from the banking industry argued Massachusetts already has strong foreclosure protections and that a new mandatory process could delay resolution without added benefit, though they also noted a 2024 pilot should be evaluated first. The committee also heard strong support for H. 1282/S. 684, which would update the Massachusetts Uniform Commercial Code. State Street and a bankruptcy attorney said the changes are needed to keep commercial law current with electronic transactions, tokenized assets, and blockchain technology, and to maintain competitiveness with other states. The hearing concluded after public testimony, with no bill votes taken during the session; the chair thanked speakers and the committee voted to adjourn.

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• I rise to request that file item A3, Senate Bill 830, be removed from the inactive file in order to be
• Colleagues, file item number four is the confirmation of Dr.
• File item five is a confirmation of Dr.
• Now, moving back to consideration of the Daily File, Senate Third Reading, File Item 54.
• So back to consideration of the daily file, Senate Third Reading, where we'll go to file item 87.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate met with a quorum, approved the journals, and took up several gubernatorial appointments. Senators confirmed Clint Kellum as Director of the Cannabis Control Department, Jennifer Osborne as Director of the Department of Industrial Relations, Dr. Trinidad Solis and Dr. Gerald Tolbrook to the Medical Board of California, with roll-call votes showing broad support. The chamber also adopted a request to remove SB 830 from the inactive file for return to the Assembly. A major portion of the session was devoted to Senate Resolution 97, recognizing May as Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support, highlighting AAPI contributions to California, histories of exclusion and discrimination, solidarity with other communities, and the importance of visibility and representation. The resolution was adopted 39-0. The Senate also recognized numerous AAPI community honorees and guests, including leaders in advocacy, education, business, and public service. Members then adopted several awareness resolutions: SCR 168 designating May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, SCR 148 declaring May 23, 2026 as GM1 gangliosidosis awareness day, SR 95 proclaiming May as ALS Awareness Month, SCR 156 recognizing Stroke Awareness Month, and SR 110 marking National Hospital Week in California. Each measure was supported by personal testimony or remarks from members and guests, often tied to lived experience or advocacy work, and each passed unanimously or by unanimous consent. The Senate also honored retiring California Professional Firefighters president Brian Rice and heard additional floor recognitions before adjourning until May 14, 2026.

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• House File 477, or 4077, and Senate File 44379 is a simple and common-sense bill that prohibits local
• House File 477, or 4077, and Senate File 44379 is a simple and common-sense bill that prohibits local
• House File 4077 offers transparency. House File 4077 offers transparency.
• Uh, I'm so proud to be the chief author of Senate File 4379. I have two.
• What's happening at the legislature is we have Senate File 1, a bill for an act related to education,

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: Lawmakers held a bipartisan press availability on a bill to prohibit local governments and their officials from entering into non-disclosure agreements with private entities. Supporters said the measure is intended to protect transparency, public participation, and Minnesotans’ right to know about local decisions involving land use, public financing, and economic development, especially in cases involving data centers and other large projects. Representatives and senators from both parties described the bill as a response to examples in cities such as Rosemount, Farmington, Hermantown, North Mankato, Monticello, Pine Island, and others, where they said NDAs kept communities from learning about projects until decisions were effectively already made. The authors argued that the bill is not anti-development or limited to data centers, but instead prevents corporations from using private contracts to circumvent Minnesota’s open meeting and data practices laws. They said Chapter 13 already addresses trade secrets and other confidential information, and that the bill is meant to stop NDAs from creating secrecy around government decision-making. They also said they had heard little organized opposition so far, though they acknowledged questions about how the bill would affect early-stage business recruitment conversations and how local governments, especially smaller ones, would implement the change. Members also discussed the bill’s legislative path. They said it had previously received unanimous support in committee and was sent to the general register, then moved to the Judiciary Committee at the request of Chair Scott, who wanted a hearing. The authors said they did not believe the bill raised Chapter 13 issues requiring judiciary review, but agreed to the referral as a courtesy and said they were seeking a hearing. They reported that Senate consideration had previously ended in a tie vote, but said momentum was growing and expected stronger support this session. No vote was taken during the press event.

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• CPAs and tax preparation software utilize to file taxes to the federal government.
• So MEF went from 53 to 83% of the filings; MyDOR and paper are now much smaller proportions.
• The IRS had piloted a tax filing system called Direct File, and they had incorporated the Working Families
• It was a free tax filing program. That program appears to be discontinued indefinitely.
• And then validating complex self-employment filings, that's not anything new.

Summary: The House Finance Committee held a work session that began with welcoming new member Rep. Janice Zahn, who introduced herself as representing the 41st Legislative District. The Department of Revenue then gave an update on the Antio-related legislation following the Washington Supreme Court decision and the 2025 session changes. DOR explained its voluntary disclosure program and the new expanded voluntary disclosure agreement for taxpayers with unreported investment income, including broader eligibility and interest/penalty relief, but said utilization has been minimal so far because additional implementation questions remain unresolved. The committee next received the annual update on the Working Families Tax Credit. DOR reported record participation in 2025, with about $205 million refunded through October and a major increase in applications after TurboTax added the credit to its filing software. Officials said most dollars went to households with children, outreach efforts remained important, and community partners and state agencies helped increase uptake. Members focused heavily on fraud concerns, especially tax preparers allegedly filing claims without applicants’ knowledge or diverting refunds; DOR said it is using fraud detection tools, training preparers, and trying to make applicants whole, but current law does not provide direct penalties against preparers. The final portion covered implementation of engrossed substitute Senate Bill 5814, which expanded sales tax to certain services. DOR described the new tax framework, its guidance process, and the large volume of ruling requests and outreach since the law took effect October 1. Committee members asked about fiscal assumptions, the scope of taxable services, and whether the department had revised its implementation estimates; DOR said the fiscal note assumed broad application absent explicit exemptions and that no expenditure revision had been made. In stakeholder testimony, Expedia and T-Mobile argued the law creates complexity and competitive disadvantages for Washington businesses, while a construction training provider said the tax raises tuition for workers seeking required certifications. School and nonprofit representatives said the tax will increase costs for special education services, arts programming, and other public-facing activities, and urged exemptions or further legislative fixes. The chair closed by noting the committee would revisit 5814 in the next session and then adjourned the meeting.