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• My name is Lauren Richards, and along with my co-owner, Caitlin O'Neill, I am the owner of Trope and
• , Richards, and along with my co-owner, Richards, and along with my co-owner, Caitlin<00:09:09.560
• We've our paying into the corp owners.
• My dad and I are owners, and then my mother is an employee.
• And the business owner didn't give me permission to state his name.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• u must live within four townships owner u must live within four townships of<00:10:31.200> the
• eliminate confusions among land owners eliminate confusions among land owners and<00:34:54.000><
• <00:35:01.280> with eligibility for land owners with eligibility for land owners with conservation
• <00:59:27.200> What<00:59:27.359> the the used by the private owner.
• What the the used by the private owner.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I think a couple of times by the owners I think a couple of times by the owners of<00:20:03.520>
• a wonderful form of democracy the owners a wonderful form of democracy the owners elect<00:59:08.760
• Restriction on the amount of time a property owner or someone authorized by the owner may camp on a property
• Restriction on the amount of time a property owner or someone authorized by the owner may camp on a property
• Property owner or someone authorized by the owner may camp on a property.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• I am the founder and owner of Apex Noire Cannabis.
• We pulled owners out, and one of our owners became the trustee.
• I'm the owner of Evolve CPA Consulting.
• I'm the owner of Evolve CPA Consulting.
• I am one of the owners of the Fresh Connection.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy held its first hearing of the 194th session to take public testimony on 21 cannabis-related bills. Chairs Donahue and Gómez outlined hearing procedures and noted that written testimony would also be accepted. Much of the hearing focused on the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), with Senator Mike Moore urging support for S. 90 to create an inspector general unit within the CCC. He argued the commission has suffered from dysfunction, workplace harassment allegations, delayed governance reforms, missed fee collections, and high legal costs, and said stronger legislative oversight is needed. Committee members largely agreed the CCC needs reform, though some expressed hope that new leadership would improve operations. A major theme was market structure and business viability. Representative Tyler testified for H. 183 to raise adult-use purchase limits from one ounce to two ounces, saying the change would reduce confusion and help retailers compete with neighboring states. Senator Payano supported S. 100, which would require a study of cannabis supply and demand to guide cultivation licensing, warning that oversupply is driving down prices and threatening cultivators. The Massachusetts Cannabis Coalition, represented by Ryan Dominguez, backed a package of bills aimed at increasing revenue, reducing regulatory burdens, attracting investment, and stabilizing the market, including higher purchase limits, simpler badge and testing rules, and a phased increase in the retail license cap. Attorneys Kevin Conroy and Mike Ross also supported raising the cap, arguing that the industry lacks capital and that more investment and exit opportunities are needed for provisional and distressed licensees. The most contentious issue was whether to raise the retail license cap from three to six. Supporters, including several business owners and industry advocates such as Peyton Shubrick, Tito Jackson, Armani White, Sean Burt, and others, said the current cap traps owners in declining businesses, prevents exits, and limits access to capital. They argued that many social equity and economic empowerment operators are struggling, that oversupply has pushed prices down, and that allowing more ownership could help businesses scale or sell. Opponents, including Senator Liz Miranda and several social equity operators, warned that lifting the cap now would let larger operators and multi-state companies dominate the market and harm equity-owned businesses. Miranda’s S. 88 would instead strengthen enforcement of ownership limits through audits, whistleblower protections, an anonymous tip line, and greater transparency. Another major topic was worker and consumer safety: Laura Bruno, Danny Carson, Al Vega, and others supported H. 194 after the death of Lorna McMurray, arguing for a CCC workplace and consumer safety department, better ventilation and PPE standards, stronger testing oversight, and retaliation protections for workers. The hearing ended without votes, with members thanking testifiers and indicating the committee would continue reviewing the bills.

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• owners who are just trying to hold on. owners who are just trying to hold on.
• instance, I believe the property owner instance, I believe the property owner needs<00:26:00.960
• Thank you. land owner? So these steps uh there is land owner?
• from many of the other property owners from many of the other property owners in<00:42:08.400>
• I am an owner at one of the Kahana Bay condominiums.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several shoreline easement resolutions and a water-supply study resolution. For the easement measures, the Department of Land and Natural Resources supported each item, and testimony also came from affected landowners and community members. Members asked about why some easements were granted gratis to public agencies, with DLNR explaining that those cases involved public infrastructure such as stormwater management and did not require bonds or rent. For private properties, DLNR described the standard process of monthly rent during the legislative approval gap, followed by a one-time appraised payment for a 25-year easement once the appraisal is completed. A substantial portion of the discussion focused on shoreline erosion and whether hardened shoreline structures or seawalls were contributing to beach loss. On one measure, DLNR explained that a large sandbag shoreline structure was tied to a nearby boat harbor that had altered sand movement over time, causing flanking erosion on adjacent unarmored property. On another, DLNR said a wall built under a valid 1960s permit was originally a boundary or landscaping wall, but now functions as a seawall as the shoreline has migrated landward. Members raised concerns about fairness, public beach access, and whether adjacent owners should share costs, and DLNR responded that shoreline matters are handled parcel by parcel under existing statute. The committee also heard support for a resolution creating a task force or study on desalination. DLNR’s Commission on Water Resource Management supported the intent but asked for more time to complete a comprehensive report, noting the work would require substantial staffing and coordination. The Board of Water Supply and CARES also testified in support, with CARES emphasizing future water-supply needs, cultural and historic preservation concerns, and the importance of coordinating with other agencies. DLNR said it would rely on existing studies and work with county agencies and the Department of Health. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the portion of the hearing provided.

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• Home Owners League, or GSMOL.
• I'm a storyboard artist, photographer, and small business owner.
• Anthony Garcia, small business owner, strongly opposed.
• Adam Wilson, on behalf of Gun Owners of America, Gun Owners of California, California Rifle and Pistol
• Adam Wilson, on behalf of Gun Owners of America, Gun Owners of California, the California Rifle and Pistol

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• the other lawful co-owners. the other lawful co-owners.
• <00:26:56.280> Associations, the Timberland Owners Associations, the Timberland Owners Associations
• So, in other the record owner notice.
• This legislation owner can use the road.
• Likewise, you have camp owners.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Currently, appraisal districts can provide this information, but property owners must request this via
• This was originally put in place to protect the privacy of property owners; however, this information
• At this point, this prohibition is outdated and creates a bureaucratic barrier for property owners wishing
• reduce the workload for appraisal districts processing... and increased transparency for property owners
• You know, we are seeing increasing volume as more and more property owners protest their appraisals.

Bills: HB3557, HB5578, SB973, SB974, SB2068, SB2073

Keywords: ad valorem tax, property tax, incomplete structure, human occupancy, tax exemption, HB 5578, Texas Tax Code, Section 6.062, appraisal district, county appraisal district, chief appraiser, budget hearing, public notice, notice of hearing, newspaper publication, website notice, social media notice, online newspaper, county government, property appraisal

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• So there's certainly that you would be the owner; the purchaser would be the owner of the car.
• So you would be the registered owner, even though you have not yet applied for registration or received
• the documentation that you received from the dealership to demonstrate that you were the rightful owner
• because the instrument that shows ownership has been transferred to you, so the new owner is then the
• one that is held liable. ...has been transferred to you, so the new owner is then the one that is held

Summary: The committee met to approve special expenses and then considered two interim study proposals. ISP 2025-069, by Representative Perry and presented by Representative Eaton, would move vehicle sales tax collection from the current registration-based process to the point of sale. Members asked about the current 60-day registration period, the fiscal and administrative impact on DFA, the burden on dealerships, verification and audit issues, and whether the change could affect tax collection or vehicle pricing. DFA said it was neutral on the proposal, noted programming and process changes would be needed, and said the total tax collected would not change, though timing would. The committee approved the ISP and sent it on for research. The committee then took up ISP 2025-071, based on House Bill 1636 from the 2025 session, which would phase out the state soda excise tax over five years if Medicaid trust fund revenue triggers are met. Representative Ray said the bill was intended to continue discussion after the underlying bill failed on the House floor. Members asked about the tax’s annual revenue, its dedication to the Medicaid Trust Fund, and whether the revenue would be replaced. Ray estimated the tax brings in roughly $40 million to $50 million annually and said the proposal did not replace that revenue. DFA was asked to explain how withdrawals from the trust fund are authorized and whether the legislature has oversight, and said it would provide that information later. The committee then adopted the interim study proposal.

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• So there's certainly that you would be the owner.
• The purchaser would be the owner of the car, and then if there's financing in place for that vehicle,
• So you would be the registered owner, even though you have not yet applied for registration or received
• because the instrument that shows ownership has been transferred to you, so the new owner is then the
• one that is held liable. ...has been transferred to you, so the new owner is then the one that is held

Keywords: 1204, all

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• water and wastewater utility services to a property outside the limit solely on the basis that the owner
• The property owner agrees to pay all fees associated with connection The property is within a mile of
• The property owner agrees to pay all fees associated with connection The property is within a mile of
• The property owner agrees to pay all fees associated with connection Including fees for infrastructure
• believes the requirements were met, the owner may bring a civil action to enforce this subsection and

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• Well, this is what she said, the owner. She said, and in her words, absolutely not.
• But I also know we're going after the business owners here.
• In the massage parlors, we tend to have like a straw owner.
• One month later, a new owner comes in and buys it.
• up the real owner.

Bills: HB3239, HB4317, HB4321, HB4322, HB3832, HB3673, HB3783, HB3800, HB2956, HB3960, HB2471, HB3338

Keywords: veterinary medicine, definitions, animal husbandry, board of veterinary examiners, telemedicine, veterinarian-client relationship, accounting, CPA, licensure, educational requirements, reciprocity, professional conduct, elevator safety, inspections, Department of Labor, safety standards, regulatory compliance, funeral services licensing, funeral director, embalmer

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• c> um<00:09:09.959> maintenance I agree to share costs of maintenance, and it goes from owner
• to owner.
• It allows the property owner to develop the lot as they see fit.
• Bedrooms seems to be a market condition based upon what a developer, the private property owner, and
• Bedrooms seems to be a market condition based upon what a developer, the private property owner, and

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• they don't work within the land owners they don't work within the land owners and<00:32:11.039><
• <03:15:20.720> uh everyone um not every land owner uh everyone um not every land owner uh
• Hampshire Timberland Owners Association. Hampshire Timberland Owners Association.
• Hampshire Timberland Owners Association. Hampshire Timberland Owners Association.
• to be under the control of the owner. to be under the control of the owner.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Uh, Senate Bill 973 would increase efficiency and reduce bureaucratic barriers for property owners and
• This would help property owners find comparables when protesting their appraisals.
• Currently, appraisal districts can provide this information, but property owners must request this via
• This was originally put in place to protect the privacy of property owners.
• Um, it would give property owners the ability to research things online in preparation for their protest

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• :38.880> with protects small business owners with protects small business owners with significant
• franchiseor whatever they are the owners franchiseor whatever they are the owners come<02:22:42.640
• . owners. owners.
• when I get a new owner when I get a new owner >> in<02:28:00.800> or >> in or
• Then a new owner a franchise agreement.

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Alabama Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, confirmed a quorum, excused absent senators, and adopted the previous day’s journal. The chamber also recognized guests, including members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and employees of the Central Alabama Electric Cooperative. A senator then delivered a Black History Month-style presentation highlighting James Weldon Johnson, A. Philip Randolph, Jan E. Matzeliger, and Percy Lavon Julian for their contributions to civil rights, labor, industry, and science. The Senate received House messages referring two Archives and History board appointments to the Committee on Confirmations, then took up numerous committee reports. Several bills from Finance and Taxation, Judiciary, Education Policy, Agriculture, Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development, Healthcare, Tourism, Veterans and Military Affairs, State Government Affairs, and Local Legislation received favorable reports, some with amendments or substitutes, and were advanced to second reading and placement on the next legislative day’s calendar. The chamber also recommitted Senate Bill 266 to the Tourism Committee. The Senate confirmed multiple appointments, including Llaya McNair to the Alabama Trust Fund Board, several members to the Credit Union Administration Board, and Elizabeth Smithart, Leslie Sanders, and Wayne Sers to the Alabama State Board of Human Resources. It then adopted several resolutions, including commendations and memorials, such as resolutions honoring Mary Francis Holland, the Stanhope Elmore boys bowling team, and Alicia Cannon for more than 50 years of service to the Alabama judicial system. The Senate also adopted a resolution creating the Study Commission on Artificial Intelligence and Children’s Internet Safety, after discussion about its purpose, membership, and duties; an amendment to the commission resolution was adopted before the resolution itself was adopted.

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• Um and as Senator Green owners.
• <00:42:42.400> locally And, um, our other land owners locally And, um, our other land owners
• 01:34.000> various owners involved in the various owners involved in the various committees<01
• . land owners were actually settled. land owners were forced<01:08:38.239> to<01:08:38.400>
• <01:09:34.319> us<01:09:34.560> with land owners uh contacting us with land owners

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I support it is I'm a condominium owner.
• possibly have, that's where the owners possibly have, that's where the owners want<00:59:42.319>
• are made up of condominium unit owners. are made up of condominium unit owners.
• <01:06:06.079> against filings um from U condo owners against filings um from U condo owners
• >> Thank you. would be a deterrence for condo owners would be a deterrence for condo owners when<01:09

Bills: HB1991, HB1776, HB1897, HB1900

Keywords: liquor tax, alcohol, inflation adjustment, small craft breweries, public health, tenant rights, housing stability, landlord-tenant code, eviction prevention, multilingual resources, condominium, dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration, attorneys' fees, common expenses, construction defects, building code, statute of repose, statute of limitations

Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 1991, which would change Hawaii’s liquor excise tax structure to an ABV-based system. The Department of Taxation and the Tax Foundation of Hawaii took no position and stood on written comments. Supporters, including the Hawaii Public Health Institute and an individual testifier who described surviving a drunk-driving crash, argued that higher alcohol taxes reduce alcohol-related harms, save lives, and generate additional state revenue. The public health witness cited alcohol-related harms as a major preventable cause of death and said the tax increase would have only a small annual cost for most consumers. Most industry testimony was in opposition. Representatives of Lanikai Brewing Company, Maui Brewing Company, the Wine Institute, and the Hawaii Food Industry Association said the bill would sharply raise taxes on beer and wine, squeeze already thin margins, and threaten local jobs and businesses. They argued Hawaii producers already face high costs for labor, energy, shipping, and compliance, and said an ABV-based tax would be difficult to administer, would require additional testing and labeling work, and could reduce consumer choice. Several industry witnesses urged lawmakers to instead adopt a small-producer or class 18 carveout, with one suggesting a cap tied to 60,000 barrels. Committee members questioned the brewers about alcohol content testing, labeling, and whether smaller producers already measure ABV. Witnesses said many local producers do not certify ABV for in-state sales, that yeast and fermentation can vary by batch, and that an ABV-based system could require more testing than current practice. No vote or final action on the bill was taken during the portion of the meeting provided.

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• Uh this working with those land owners.
• We went district and these land owners.
• <01:16:25.600> Um,<01:16:26.400> we've back with these land owners.
• Um, we've back with these land owners.
• So, finally land owners going to need?

Bills: HB0078, HB0087, SF0070, SF0068, SF0017, SF0043

Keywords: forest health, grant program, state forester, wildfire prevention, environmental conservation, habitat improvement, water development, feasibility studies, appropriations, water management, rehabilitation, irrigation, public works, agricultural supply, municipal water, funding, maintenance projects, tax assessments, state law, forestry management

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• And so how does this bill reach out to those business owners? Mr.
• And so how does this bill reach out to those business owners? Mr.
• It respects business owners.
• and pharmacy owners in the state.
• and pharmacy owners in the state.

Keywords: 977, all