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• I'm presenting Senate Bill 920, a good governance bill based on a 2018 audit report of the Gaming Control
• require the Gaming Commission, upon adoption or adjustment of a fee that is deposited into the Gaming Control
• This provision is an important step toward ensuring that all fees collected under the Gambling Control
• revenues are used to protect and support the oversight responsibilities of the California Gaming Control
• Archuleta has said, to add kind of belt and suspenders to the fees of the Gambling Control Commission

Summary: The committee met as a subcommittee and heard one bill, Senate Bill 920 by Senator Archuleta. SB 920 would require the Gaming Commission, when adopting or adjusting a fee deposited into the Gaming Control Fund, to maintain a regulation stating the fee’s authorized purpose and use. The author described it as a good-governance measure based on a 2018 audit of the fund, aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and clarity around regulatory fee revenues. Supporters from Communities for California Card Rooms and related casinos testified in favor, saying the bill would add a useful layer of documentation and oversight; there was no opposition. Members asked a brief question about the delay since the 2018 audit, and the author responded that it was a matter of governance. The committee then voted SB 920 out on a motion by Assembly Member Gibson, seconded by Assembly Member Soria, with the bill passing “do pass to appropriations.” The roll was left open briefly for absent members. The committee also took up a consent calendar containing SB 33, SB 1205, SB 1235, SB 1236, SB 1273, and SB 1434, and approved those measures on a motion to “do pass to appropriations, recommend consent.” The meeting adjourned at 2:00 p.m.

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• So you really still have control of the assets. It's just a function.
• So you really still have control of the assets. It's just a function.
• the 5% sweet the oil pollution control the 5% sweet the oil pollution control fund<01:10:09.280>
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• This is the oil pollution control fund.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• It's basically a description of your recipe and process and how you are controlling those critical control
• system in place to control that. Okay. system in place to control that. Okay.
• > but<01:33:29.760> removes control where necessary, but removes control where necessary,
• This is a balance on local control.
• <02:03:55.920> is way that it really can be controlled is way that it really can be controlled

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Stevens, are each will control 20 minutes. Mr.
• Stevens, will each control 20 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Texas.
• Stevens, will each control 20 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Texas. Mr.
• Stevens, will each control 20 minutes. Mr.
• Stevens, each will control 20 minutes. Mr.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, March 24, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• The affordability issues and rent control or stabilization of rents is another issue.
• We also need rent control, but that's a separate issue.
• Massachusetts voters abolished rent control on January 1, 1995.
• One thing this manager does well is keep the board under her control.
• One thing this manager does well is keep the board under her control.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Housing held a hearing on a wide range of housing bills focused on manufactured housing, condominiums, public housing, tiny homes, and protections for elderly and disabled residents. Chairs Haggerty and Cyr opened by emphasizing the importance of these housing types and the need to hear from many speakers. Testimony on manufactured housing was especially extensive and sharply divided. Supporters of bills such as H. 1475, S. 990, and H. 1513 argued that out-of-state corporate owners are buying communities, raising rents and fees, reducing services, and exploiting legal gray areas. Residents and lawmakers from affected communities like Taunton, Middleborough, Attleboro, and Oak Point described steep rent disparities, fear of displacement, and the need for stronger protections, while Representative Hawkins urged an omnibus approach and said the bill would create a local board to ensure compliance with existing law. Opponents, including the Massachusetts Manufactured Housing Association and Hometown America’s counsel, argued that current law already provides protections, that the bills would create uncertainty or unfairly restrict owners, and that H. 1475 was intended to clarify the post-Blake legal landscape. The committee also heard testimony on condominium reform through S. 980, with owners describing lack of transparency, surprise assessments, and limited accountability, and urging updates to Chapter 183A and more owner rights. Public housing bills also drew support from housing authority advocates. MassNAHRO backed S. 955, H. 1517, H. 1512, H. 1550, and H. 1551, saying housing authorities need more flexibility to preserve and expand affordable housing. Witnesses supported tax relief for replacement public housing units and streamlined procurement rules, arguing these changes would help projects move faster and make better use of capital funds. Committee members asked questions about PILOT agreements, tax treatment of new developments, and whether state and federal public housing would be treated similarly. The committee also heard from Senator Lovely and advocates for S. 1007/H. 1525, which would prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents in housing. Supporters described the bills as a long-needed response to harassment in senior and public housing, calling for building-level plans, staff training, and AG oversight; Jerry Halberstadt said the measure should be strengthened with enforcement and tenant advocacy support. Pamela and other witnesses described severe personal impacts from bullying and management retaliation. Another major topic was S. 1474/H. 1474 on movable tiny houses as permanent dwellings and accessory dwelling units. Supporters, including Representative DeCoste, Vera Struck, Kaylee DeCrease, and Abundant Housing Massachusetts, said tiny homes are a safe, affordable, sustainable option for seniors, workers, and others facing the housing shortage, and urged the committee to legalize them and align state rules with emerging standards. They also discussed tax classification and the need for a clear building code and DMV category. Finally, H. 1476 on pet-friendly elderly housing drew support from animal welfare groups, who said the bill would restore and modernize a prior pet program, expand access across state-aided housing, limit pet deposits, and reduce pet surrender caused by housing barriers. No votes were taken during the hearing; the committee primarily received testimony and questions on the bills.

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• So then we said, hey, what's your quality control? You know, are you auditing any... Right?
• So then we said, hey, what's your quality control?
• Yes, and how do we do quality control? Well, you've come to the right place. Yay, thank you.
• I watched Sam struggle emotionally as more and more control over his life was taken away.
• And somehow, I'm considered incapacitated by the court, so I can't control my money.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• What they seek is control. That is systematic.
• They sort of bring sugar at the beginning and they seek control in the long run.
• There is only one party in China, and they control everything, and they control the exit of all the technology
• They control the exit of all the people. So that's a concern.
• I'm export controls research security compliance officer for Tulane.

Bills: HR171, HCR49, HB632, HB1084, SB310, SB351, SB399

Keywords: HR171, House Resolution 171, M.J. Foster Promise Program, TOPS-Tech, TOPS Tech Award, Board of Regents, Louisiana Works, Louisiana Community and Technical College System, LCATCS, financial aid, scholarship, workforce development, career training, technical education, vocational education, postsecondary credential, associate degree, industry-based credential, high-demand jobs, high-wage occupations

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• We offer video security, access control, and smart sensor technology.
• We manage entry points through access control systems.
• And then in Yuma County, ...or access control from the school itself.
• Do they want access control integrations? Those are options we can provide.
• standard of good control across the board.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• Controls as a critical tool of national security.
• In his first term, President Trump imposed sweeping export controls on Huawei for conducting espionage
• As we all also know, spyware, you can... insert malware without actually having control of the device
• How did DeepSeek bypass U.S. export controls using supposed allies like Malaysia and Singapore?
• We don't have that for export controls.

Keywords: legislation, housing affordability, financial regulation, public testimony, accountability, oversight

Summary: The meeting involved significant discussions around key legislative proposals, primarily focusing on various bills such as HB2 and SB5. The committee examined the implications of these bills on issues like housing affordability and financial regulation. Notable members engaged in debates, providing differing perspectives on the potential economic impacts of the proposed bills. The meeting witnessed public testimony, which included a call for accountability in government actions and oversight of current financial policies. Members echoed concerns about following through on commitments to address critical issues affecting everyday Americans.

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• Controller General, would you please call the roll for attendance of committee members?
• And then the other piece of that is $550,000 for a quality control review of 50 non-residential parcels
• And then the other piece of that is $550,000 for a quality control review of 50 non-residential parcels
• Certainly the Controller General and her staff for what they've done and answering questions.
• Certainly the controller general and her staff for what they've done and answering questions.

Keywords: 1064, all

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• Since being elected in 2022, I've heard from my residents how out of control this is getting, not just
• Since being elected in 2022, I've heard from my residents how out of control this is getting, not just
• Since being elected in 2022, I've heard from my residents how out of control this is getting, not just
• marry our land to our homes take control marry our land to our homes take control of<00:10:47.839
• State representatives to come and see what it means to be a co-op and have control of who you are and

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Uh, but right now controlled.
• prescribe uh, controlled drugs. prescribe uh, controlled drugs.
• Uh, there's a lot of different controls around controlled drugs with the DEA, and we're not going to
• Uh, there's a lot of different controls around controlled drugs with the DEA, and we're not going to
• Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or successor organization.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• . >> And so that that that will control the any type of fraud because they're um >> Yeah, I know.
• So is that part of the control of any fraud or any abuse that you might see when you do go through a
• So is that part of the control of any fraud or any abuse that you might see when you do go through a
• So is that part of the control of any fraud or any abuse that you might see when you do go through a
• So is that part of the control of any fraud or any abuse that you might see when you do go through a

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Budget Review Subcommittee on Health and Family Services heard a presentation on Kentucky personal care homes from representatives of the Kentucky Association of Healthcare Facilities, Management Systems of Kentucky, and Elder Care Partners. Witnesses described personal care homes as a lower-cost, 24/7 residential option for adults with serious mental illness who do not qualify for nursing home care but need structured support, medication assistance, meals, housekeeping, transportation, and supervision. They said the homes are regulated by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, are not Medicaid-funded, and rely on a state supplementation rate of about $50.70 per day, which they argued no longer covers operating costs because of rising food, labor, insurance, and maintenance expenses. The presenters said the sector has shrunk significantly over time, citing a drop from 64 homes in 2002 to 34 today among the homes serving this population, with 30 closures over 23 years and two more closures since August. They argued that the closures have contributed to homelessness, hospital overcrowding, and longer stays in psychiatric hospitals, and they gave examples of residents who had spent many months in hospitals before stabilizing in a personal care home. One provider also described spending more than $800,000 on capital improvements after acquiring Kentucky facilities and said reimbursement is too low to sustain safe operations. They asked for an incremental reimbursement increase over two years and said they have also proposed an assisted-living model for people with mental illness. Members asked about staffing, reimbursement, and the number of people still needing placement. The presenters said there is no requirement for licensed or certified staff in these facilities, though some homes use medication technicians and occasional LPNs. They estimated they are currently serving about 2,000 residents and said they receive roughly 30 referrals for every one person admitted, with many referrals involving people whose needs exceed the personal care home level. Senator Meredith and Representative Fleming said any funding request would need documentation of savings and corresponding budget offsets, while Representative Duval expressed support and asked about possible staffing and program improvements. The witnesses also compared Kentucky’s flat-rate reimbursement to a more individualized reimbursement model in Minnesota, saying a needs-based system would better match staffing and reduce hospitalizations.

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• They did not have adequate internal controls, and as a result we have four findings.
• They did not have adequate internal controls, and as a result we have four findings.
• forward inter intern controls forward inter intern controls maintaining<00:40:59.119> that
• The piece that's missing is the internal controls.
• I think each of my four findings talked about improving internal controls.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee approved the January 16, 2024 minutes without objection. Members then heard a presentation from the Office of the Legislative Auditor on its December 2024 performance audit of the Department of Human Services’ outstanding provider debt in Minnesota’s Medicaid fee-for-service program. Legislative Auditor Judy Randall said the audit was launched after the office noticed a large accounts receivable balance during the state financial statement audit and became concerned that DHS did not understand the extent of the overpayments, had poor data, and planned to forgo recovery of some recoverable balances. Deputy Legislative Auditor Lori Lyson explained that DHS had reported $51.7 million in provider debt across about 2,500 providers in fiscal year 2023, with testing focused on long-term care facilities and the largest balances. The audit concluded DHS did not comply with legal requirements and lacked adequate internal controls. Findings included that DHS had not attempted to recover more than $40 million since collection notices were last sent in 2015 and 2019; that the department planned to write off some balances under $1,000 and some older than six years despite the auditors’ view that at least some of that debt may still be recoverable; that DHS overstated accounts receivable in its financial reporting because it had not updated its allowance calculation since 2019; and that MMIS data were insufficient to verify balances, with 20 of 59 sampled providers not reconciling and many dates inaccurate. In response to member questions, the auditors said the overpayments appeared to be routine program adjustments rather than fraud, but the department could not explain many of them because detailed data are only retained for about three years. They also said they did not know which specific DHS leader approved not collecting the debt, and that responsibility for recovery appeared split between program and finance staff, with each pointing to the other. The auditors recommended DHS recover the debt where possible, improve internal controls, retain better documentation, ensure accurate financial reporting, and work with the legislature if needed to clarify recovery authority.

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• It has high state control, um, at high feasibility.
• This is controlled by the same regulatory division as assisted living and nursing home.
• It has high state control, um, at high feasibility.
• The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. All right.
• <00:32:25.200> All The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. All The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The subcommittee met on May 8, 2026, to narrow 12 proposed Legislative Audit Commission evaluation topics down to 8-10 semi-finalists for a legislative survey. Deputy Legislative Auditor Jodi Munson Rodriguez reviewed the selection criteria and explained which topics were promising now, which might be better deferred to fall because of timing or data limitations, and which were less promising because OLA would have limited ability to add value. She identified the Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy, DHS Adult Day Services Licensing, DHS county service approvals and provision, MDH mortuary science program, MPCA feedlot permitting, Minnesota paid leave, the Office of Cannabis Management, and several other DHS-related items as candidates, while recommending that DHS system modernization be shifted to an IT audit and that corporate concentration be narrowed substantially if pursued. Members discussed several topics in detail. Representative Lee asked how a broad DHS county services topic could be narrowed and suggested providing legislators with an addendum listing possible subprograms so they would know what they were ranking; Munson Rodriguez said OLA could add a few suggested subtopics and tailor the survey materials. Representative Hansen urged that the MPCA feedlot permitting review focus on effectiveness and environmental and health impacts, not just speed, and Munson Rodriguez said those kinds of questions could be added. The Office of Cannabis Management was viewed as promising but probably too new to evaluate immediately, and the MDH mortuary science program was also seen as worthwhile but potentially delayed because of overlap with other MDH licensing work. The Minnesota research tax credit drew the most extended discussion. Munson Rodriguez said it remained a weak fit for OLA because of limited data and unclear program goals, and Senator Rest argued it would be better handled by the Department of Revenue’s research staff or possibly the Legislative Budget Office’s tax expenditure research section. Representative Lee asked whether OLA’s financial audit division could review whether the credit “pays for itself,” but Munson Rodriguez said that would require econometric analysis outside the financial audit division’s normal work. The committee did not take a formal vote in the portion provided, but the chair indicated the tax credit issue should be brought to the full commission agenda, and the meeting continued with additional topic review, including the Attorney General Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which staff said was heavily federally controlled and already reviewed by federal OIG, limiting OLA’s likely impact.

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• And it's the angle of the drums that controls the reactivity.
• You've got drums, and it's the angle of the drums that controls the reactivity.
• We should be able to control emissions and bring down, you know.
• When you don’t have control of these things, you really don’t have control of the ability to maintain
• We're looking at new control rod mechanisms.

Summary: The meeting opened with remarks about the value of public engagement and the availability of presentation materials, then moved into a series of technical briefings from Idaho National Laboratory staff. Joe Renovitz described recent federal and DOE efforts to streamline nuclear regulation for advanced reactors, including NRC Part 53 and upcoming Part 57 rulemaking, DOE authorization updates, crosswalks between DOE and NRC requirements, and use of AI to speed licensing communications and document review. He emphasized that the goal is to align safety standards for advanced technologies, reduce rework for developers, and support deployment for commercial, defense, and research uses. In response to questions, he said there is no current plan to merge agencies, but there is more information-sharing and embedded NRC staff at DOE facilities; he also noted public outreach is supported through groups like GAIN and NEI. David Tolman then discussed the nuclear fuel cycle, covering uranium mining, conversion, enrichment, fuel fabrication, spent fuel storage, transportation, disposal, and recycling. He explained high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU), DOE’s HALEU Availability Program, and the need to expand domestic enrichment, deconversion, and transportation capacity to support advanced reactors and the 2050 nuclear growth goal. He also reviewed used fuel management, including on-site storage at operating and shutdown reactors, the Center for Used Fuel Research at INL, a high-burnup research cask project, and the long-term repository question, which he said is ultimately political as well as technical. He outlined reprocessing approaches—aqueous/Purex, pyrochemical, and fluoride volatility—describing INL’s work on electrochemical processing of EBR-II fuel and noting industry interest from several companies in recycling technologies. Ashley Shields presented on AI for nuclear applications, describing INL’s use of generative AI, high-performance computing, and digital-twin tools to accelerate reactor design, licensing, operations, and materials development. She highlighted the Prometheus effort to pursue highly automated reactor design and operation, the large documentation burden for reactor licensing, and ongoing work on autonomous control, remote operation, and AI-assisted materials qualification through the Vulcan challenge and related data platforms. In questions, she said AI tools are used under data-governance and security controls, with different models chosen for different tasks, and argued that software engineers and human oversight remain necessary. The session ended with a brief recess announcement and a transition to a later presentation on critical minerals and materials.

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• Changes in official control for 8 years from the effective date of this agreement.
• > for<00:25:48.520> 8<00:25:48.760> years Changes in official control for 8 years
• Changes in official control for 8 years from<00:25:49.520> the<00:25:49.600> effective
• comprehensive plan or official controls comprehensive plan or official controls that<00:25:54.080
• city official controls or comprehensive plan. plan. plan.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• can control these resources. sources through contracting as well as ownership.
• Exclusive use contracting provides the same operational control as ownership.
• Texas's control. I think that's the key word.
• If you talk about ownership, yes, they're under your control.
• We have sensors where you can do command and control over fire.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Uh, to control this, we need enough, uh, right now that the, everybody says what we can to wipe them
• Well, it's now controlled by the USDA actually, uh, representative, and They're, they're putting several
• They pay attention to ectoparasite control.
• Certainly you all deal with controlling animal diseases and, and, uh, making sure that when you, you
• worms through quarantines and movement controls.

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• Everyone knows they control the House. They control the Senate.
• Republicans control the House. They control the Senate. They control the White House.
• Republicans control the House. They control the Senate. They control the White House.
• Because they control the House, they control the Senate, they control the White House.
• Rascin, each will control Maryland, Mr. Rascin, each will control 30<03:26:09.120> minutes.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 1012, house, all