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HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

JHA Public Hearing - Thu Feb 26, 2026 @ 2:00 PM HST

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • We are generally in support of the intent of this bill to strengthen the structure of the Mauna Oversight
  • The voting members within that 3-3 structure would be our preference, and any additional seats to be
  • The voting members within that 3-3 structure would be our preference, and any additional seats to be
  • <01:12:32.800> to relocation compensation structure to relocation compensation structure to
  • needs to be remain structure needs to be remain relocatable.<01:43:33.199> So,<01:43:33.520><
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The committee heard testimony on House Bill 2592, which would clarify the powers of the Mauna Stewardship and Oversight Authority regarding land use on Mauna Akea and related property transfers. The Department of Land and Natural Resources supported the rural property transfer but objected to language transferring conservation district use permits, saying CDUPs normally run with the land rather than being assigned to specific telescopes or observatories. The University of Hawaiʻi and the observatories generally supported the bill but urged clearer language, especially on the transfer of real property assets, related obligations and liabilities, and the inclusion of milestones for the transition. Office of Hawaiian Affairs supported the bill’s overall intent but warned that some language could be overbroad and might improperly waive future beneficiary claims. Several testifiers opposed the measure, arguing it ignored DHHL lands and beneficiary rights, while others supported it as a way to clarify the authority’s role. Members questioned DLNR about the practical effects of transferring CDUP responsibility, and the committee emphasized that the bill was narrowly focused on specific land. The committee then took up House Bill 2593, which would authorize the Mauna Stewardship and Oversight Authority to extend existing leases and subleases for up to 10 years. The authority explained that the bill does not itself extend any lease, but instead gives the authority discretion to initiate a transparent public process if extensions are needed. The University of Hawaiʻi supported the concept but said the timing of any extension matters and noted possible legal requirements under state law. The observatories also supported the bill, describing it as a flexible tool during a broader transition process and noting that the authority has held many public planning workshops. Opponents, including Native Hawaiian and community testifiers, argued that the conservation lands should receive the highest protection, that the community had not consented, and that the observatories have had decades to plan ahead. One testifier urged the bill be deferred or killed for lack of clarity. In response to questions, the committee clarified that the bill only authorizes a process and does not itself extend leases, and that any extension would require public participation. The final measure discussed in the excerpt was House Bill 2047, relating to the AHAPU advisory committee. The discussion focused on the committee’s administrative relationship to the Department of Land and Natural Resources and whether DLNR should oversee basic legal compliance issues such as Sunshine Law and legislative reporting. DLNR explained that the committee is administratively attached to the department, which provides support on human resources, procurement, and legal questions, but that the committee itself generally handles its own operations. The department said it would route compliance questions to its attorneys and implement their advice. The hearing then moved on to House Bill 2231, which would transfer appointment authority for island burial council members from the governor and Senate to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs board of trustees. OHA said it generally supported the change for geographic moku representatives, since it already nominates candidates for those seats, but expressed concern about taking on appointment authority for the large landowner seats because that role is less directly tied to its statutory duties.
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

House Revenue Committee, February 26, 2026

Revenue

Transcript Highlights:
  • Um, trying to take one structure and put different ratios and different mill levies, I'm not sure that
  • <00:45:53.200> ratios<00:45:53.760> and structure and put different ratios and structure
  • different effective levy structures different effective levy structures within<00:52:15.920>
  • And it's a part of our structure that the more well-off people get wrapped into that.
  • on the property or accessory structures on the property such<01:00:20.559> as<01:00:20.799>
Bills: SF0110, SF0044, SF0046
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

WLA-AEN Public Hearing 02-11-2026

Water, Land, Culture and the Arts

Transcript Highlights:
  • And so ultimately the effective structure has become somewhat ineffective, and you've seen a lot of what
  • has become somewhat effective structure has become somewhat ineffective<00:27:32.640> and<00:
  • This is more of a how do we put the right structure and leadership on the commission itself in place.
  • the way that Hawaii Invasive Species Council's support staff is structured, including this executive
  • The council's support staff is structured, including this executive director position.
Summary: The committees heard testimony on several measures related to wildlife, conservation, shoreline adaptation, and climate governance. On SB 2606, which would establish the Freshwater State Recreational Area Wildlife Sanctuary Corporation, the Department of Land and Natural Resources said it had concerns about employee eligibility and was not yet prepared to comment further on the bill’s ramifications. After testimony ended, a senator asked DLNR to follow up with more detail, and the department said it would relay the questions to leadership and respond later. No vote was taken on the measure during the excerpt. On SB 3253, which would create the Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary as a nonprofit entity to work with DLNR, the department said it supported the bill. In discussion, DLNR said Hawaii has not done anything like this before, described a similar model in New Zealand, and estimated that developing such a sanctuary could cost millions of dollars. Members also discussed whether the concept would fit with existing efforts such as Hakalau, and DLNR said the bill could apply to private or state lands depending on the site. No action was taken. The most extensive discussion was on SB 237, which would expand state and county authority to develop adaptation pathways for relocating infrastructure away from sea level rise and coastal flooding areas. DLNR supported the bill, saying it prioritizes public trust resources over economic development or private property. The Kahana Bay Steering Committee and the Shoreline Preservation Coalition opposed the measure, arguing it was too focused on managed retreat and should include a broader range of shoreline responses, such as erosion mitigation, groins, sand nourishment, and other interim protections. The Office of Planning and Sustainable Development said it appreciated the bill’s intent but wanted broader language that would allow more tools in the toolbox. Members debated whether retreat is inevitable, whether different shorelines require different approaches, and whether the bill should be more flexible. No vote was taken. The final measure discussed was SB 3252, which would amend the powers and duties of the Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, create a coordinator position, and appropriate funds. The commission’s coordinator testified in support, while OPSD opposed the bill, saying it would remove the two cabinet-level co-chair positions, raise accountability concerns, and duplicate some of OPSD’s functions. In questioning, members debated whether the current commission structure has been effective, who would appoint or confirm the coordinator, and whether the bill would improve transparency and implementation. OPSD said it supported more statewide interdepartmental funding for climate planning and staffing, but had concerns about the proposed governance changes. No vote or final action was taken in the excerpt.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Apr 23rd, 2025 at 10:04 am

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence

Transcript Highlights:
  • All the civil stuff was judge-made law and judge-interpreted and structured stuff.
  • When, in 2011, this structure was created by the legislature, there were several purposes.
  • Same is the system, same is the structure here. So why do we need this amendment?
  • Well, the difference is the legislature created this structure, Section 162.
  • Just to understand the structure, the NPHO engages the physician as an employee under the contract.
Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills affecting civil practice, judicial conduct, and attorney regulation. HB 4961 and the similar HB 3095 would bar uninsured motorists from recovering non-economic damages after a collision, with HB 3095 also addressing certain exceptions and limiting economic damages in some cases. Supporters said the measures would encourage insurance coverage and fairness for insured drivers, while opponents argued they would unfairly punish injured people who were not responsible for the lack of insurance, including pedestrians, passengers, children, and others. HB 3095 drew constitutional concerns from witnesses, and the committee later withdrew the committee substitute and left the bill pending; HB 4961 was also left pending after questions about its scope, including passengers. HB 5570 would expand a continuing legal education exemption to attorneys appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate who serve on boards or commissions. The author and witness said the bill would free up time for public service while still requiring ethics training. A committee member raised a discrepancy in the number of attorneys covered, and the bill was left pending. HB 2969 would prohibit the State Bar from adopting rules or penalties that unreasonably burden attorneys’ religious exercise or free speech, especially in relation to sincerely held religious beliefs. Supporters framed it as a protection for lawyers of faith against an ABA-style speech code, while no one testified in opposition; the bill was left pending. HB 4260 would prohibit county judges and county commissioners from practicing law in courts over which they have jurisdiction. The author described it as an ethics measure to avoid conflicts of interest, but county officials and the County Judges and Commissioners Association opposed it, saying existing ethics rules already address conflicts and that the bill would impose hardships, especially in rural counties. The bill was left pending. HB 4388 would require all judges, including those who serve only in administrative roles, to remain subject to the Code of Judicial Conduct; supporters said some judges avoid discipline by relinquishing judicial functions, while opponents said the bill was unnecessary and could burden county judges who serve as administrators. It was also left pending. The committee also heard HB 5134, which would limit Rule 202 pre-suit depositions to people who have suffered or reasonably expect to suffer actual damages and allow attorney’s fees against abusive petitioners. The author said the bill would curb harassment and fishing expeditions, but members questioned how the standard would work in practice; the bill was left pending. Finally, HB 3964 would narrow common-law public nuisance claims by barring suits over lawful conduct, conduct already addressed by other remedies, and products, while preserving other causes of action. Supporters said the bill would prevent regulation through litigation and protect legislative authority; opponents said it would eliminate important remedies and that no Texas abuse had been shown. The author indicated he would revise the bill, and it was left pending.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 03/06/25

Environment, Climate, and Legacy

Transcript Highlights:
  • and acknowledge that there are challenges to the current Minnesota electronics recycling program structure
  • and acknowledge that there are challenges to the current Minnesota electronics recycling program structure
  • and acknowledge that there are challenges to the current Minnesota electronics recycling program structure
  • and acknowledge that there are challenges to the current Minnesota electronics recycling program structure
  • and acknowledge that there are challenges to the current Minnesota electronics recycling program structure
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 03/05/25

Judiciary and Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • The coalitions have left no stone unturned to consider what aspects of a state VOCA structure would work
  • We value our partnership with OJP and want this structure to be one that works for them as well as direct
  • The coalitions have left no stone unturned to consider what aspects of a state VOCA structure would work
  • The coalitions have left no stone unturned to consider what aspects of a state VOCA structure would work
  • for funding U has been the um structure for funding U making<00:37:00.000> grants<00:37:00.400
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Human Services - 02/05/25

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • , but making a structure within the informal support structure.
  • , but making a structure within the informal support structure.
  • , but making a structure within the informal support structure.
  • , but making a structure within the informal support structure.
  • The bill is in the format and structure that you truly really want.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Human Services - 01/29/25

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • It doesn't change some of the major differences that you're making in terms of the structure, but I would
  • but um I would terms of the structure but um I would appreciate<00:03:43.000> his<00:03:43.720
  • I had a question about the advisory council structure and membership and the current executive board
  • structure.
  • and I think the structure with having an<00:18:31.520> advisory<00:18:32.000> council<
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery

Transcript Highlights:
  • It was in a jail facility, and it was a structured environment. I mean, I’ve been around.
  • And one of the structured women got to me. She was so sincere.
  • Structured, yeah, we need structure.
  • The way that our program looks structurally is very different.
  • , and the approach that we take, that holistic approach where we have... ...more structured, and the
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The committee held its fourth public hearing of the 2025-2026 session on bills dealing with involuntary commitment and access to addiction treatment, especially proposals to move Section 35 civil commitments away from jails and prisons and into facilities licensed or approved by DPH or DMH. Chairs Velis and Domb framed the hearing as a discussion of how to support people in crisis with compassion, while also warning against using involuntary commitment as a way to remove unhoused people from public view. The hearing also touched on related concerns about discharge practices, treatment capacity, and the need for a broader continuum of care. Testimony split largely along two themes. Addiction researcher Keith Humphreys argued that many people enter treatment under pressure, that involuntary treatment can be ethically justified in the face of overdose risk, but that it should not be mandated unless high-quality services exist first; he emphasized the need for inpatient care when someone is a grave danger, followed by case management and outpatient support. MAMH’s Kate Alicante supported the bill, saying Massachusetts is the only state that commits people with substance use conditions to jails or prisons and that carceral settings add trauma and stigma; she pointed to prior legislative steps, including the Section 35 commission and the planned closure of DOC’s MESAC facility, as evidence that the Commonwealth is moving toward health-based settings. A major portion of the hearing focused on Stony Brook, a sheriff-run stabilization and treatment center in Hampden County. Boston City Councilor John Fitzgerald, several committee members, and multiple people in recovery described the facility as humane, well-run, and effective, with longer stays, medical monitoring, medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and warm handoffs to aftercare. Several witnesses said Stony Brook saved their lives or helped family members recover, and they argued that the sheriff’s office model should be expanded rather than eliminated. Others, including family members and advocates, countered that even a well-run correctional setting remains stigmatizing and that people should not be treated in facilities run by sheriffs or corrections when they have committed no crime. No vote was taken. The hearing concluded with continued testimony, including Senator Friedman’s support for Section 35 as a civil commitment tool but not in a criminal justice setting, and her separate support for a bill to speed inpatient mental health treatment.
CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 090 Apr 14th, 2026

Colorado House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Evidence clearly shows that well-designed financial education, combined with structural tools like automatic
  • <00:28:07.720> tools<00:28:08.600> like combined with structural tools like combined
  • with structural tools like automatic<00:28:09.440> enrollment,<00:28:10.320> employer<
  • And I use AI, put the structures to it.
  • <00:59:55.080> for<00:59:55.200> something structure for something structure for something
Keywords: 981, all
Summary: The House convened with a quorum, approved the corrected journal, and spent much of the opening period on recognitions and announcements. Members welcomed students and staff from the San Luis Valley BOCES Transition Program, recognized Purple Up Day and military children at the Capitol, noted committee meetings later in the day, and observed a moment honoring former Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell. Several members also shared personal remarks about being military children and invited colleagues to a Bible study. The chamber then took up Senate Joint Resolution 16, concerning retirement readiness and financial well-being. The sponsor said the resolution affirms Colorado’s commitment to strengthening retirement security through tools such as financial education, automatic enrollment, employer matches, and lifetime income options. The resolution was adopted by a vote of 59 ayes, 1 no, and 5 excused, with Representatives Rutnel and Lindsay listed as co-sponsors. The House next moved into special orders and considered House Bill 1233 on property tax procedures for non-residential properties. An amendment clarifying petty offense liability and appeal timelines was adopted, while another amendment on notice to property owners was defeated. Supporters said the bill adds penalties for false information, allows counties to request district court review, and improves fairness and accountability in non-residential property tax appeals; opponents argued it would impose costly new burdens on businesses. The committee report, as amended, and the bill were both adopted. The chamber also adopted Senate Bill 128, which exempts certain destination management company fees from sales and use tax. Supporters said the bill codifies current practice, clarifies the definition of destination management company, and avoids taxing services twice; the Finance Committee report was adopted first, then the bill passed. Consideration then began on House Bill 1195, which restricts the use of artificial intelligence in psychotherapy services. Sponsors described a multi-page amendment adding definitions, allowing certain FDA-approved AI uses, moving some provisions to the Consumer Protection Act, and clarifying liability and consent; members broadly supported the need for guardrails and patient protections, and discussion continued on additional consent language.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Education Policy Committee 2/24/26

Education Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Through this structure, students gain more than just information.
  • Through this<00:29:21.919> structure,<00:29:22.799> students<00:29:23.279> gain<
  • 00:29:24.240> more<00:29:24.559> than this structure, students gain more than this structure
  • <00:45:07.680> collaboration<00:45:08.240> for provides a structured collaboration
  • for provides a structured collaboration for teachers<00:45:09.040> in<00:45:09.280> in<
Bills: HF3489, HF3550
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AEN Public Hearing 02-04-2026

Agriculture and Environment

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's going to change the whole pricing structure of the supply chain issues and American farmers could
  • That's going to change the whole pricing structure of the supply chain issues and American farmers could
  • > of<00:04:14.080> the<00:04:14.319> supply whole pricing structure of the supply
  • whole pricing structure of the supply chain<00:04:15.040> issues<00:04:15.840> and<00:
  • the way this thing is structured the way this thing is structured is<00:52:47.440> set<00
Summary: The committee heard testimony on several agriculture-related measures, beginning with SB 2309, which would require the agricultural loan division to sell portions of its loan portfolio and use the proceeds to expand the agriculture loan revolving fund. The Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity and the Hawaii Farm Bureau supported the bill, along with several other organizations and individuals. A committee question focused on the risk of not finding a qualified buyer for the loan portfolio; DAB said a mandatory sale of the full amount could force a less favorable rate, while flexibility to sell different amounts could produce a more equitable return. The measure drew eight supporters and no opposition. The committee then took up SB 2317, which directs DAB to study insurance coverage for small producers and report back to the Legislature. DAB and multiple farm groups supported the bill. In response to a question about cost, DAB estimated about $250,000 would be needed, with the study likely covering crop, health, and liability insurance. The next measure, SB 2318, would establish an agriculture statistics program in statute. DAB said it strongly supported the bill and could ramp up quickly if positions were provided; the committee discussed whether a first report could be completed by year’s end if the bill became law midyear, and DAB said yes. SB 2319, which would fund and make permanent a full-time grant writer position at DAB, also drew strong support from DAB, the Hawaii Farm Bureau, Ulupono Initiative, the Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council, the local food coalition, and others, with testifiers emphasizing the position’s return on investment and success in bringing in federal funds. The committee also heard SB 2321, establishing a two-year pilot program to respond to the twoline spittlebug. DAB, ranching groups, and many others supported the bill, citing the pest’s spread and the need to act before it becomes unmanageable. A DAB pest control manager said he would need to research past response details and provide them later. Members emphasized the importance of early intervention. For SB 2323, which creates a farmland transition commission to study barriers to farmland access and recommend solutions, DAB offered comments and support for the intent, while farm groups generally supported the concept but raised concerns about the proposed age range and whether a separate commission was necessary. DAB said the Board of Agriculture likely would not have the capacity to perform the commission’s duties and estimated there would be costs to establish it, though no figure was available at the hearing. Finally, the committee heard SB 2332, which reestablishes the agriculture and food security special fund, creates a carbon emissions tax and dividend fund, gradually raises carbon-related tax rates, and provides a refundable carbon cashback credit. DAB supported the measure and deferred to Taxation on details; the Department of Taxation said it would stand on its comments, and the Attorney General’s office offered comments and recommendations. Carbon Cashback Hawaii and the County of Hawaii Department of Research and Development supported the bill, arguing it would reduce emissions, protect lower-income households, and be relatively simple to administer.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

IC - Radioactive and Hazardous Materials Dec 8th, 2025 at 09:45 am

Radioactive & Hazardous Materials Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Is there any real good structural integrity in the facility? Well, Mr.
  • When do you anticipate coming up with your rule process for your fee structure? Mr.
  • I don't know if that is the rule process where we are going to define the fee structure.
  • If we control access to the permit, we can create different leverage points and structure a different
  • ICS, what we call Incident Command Structure, ICS 300 and 400, and almost every single first responder
Keywords: 996, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We're also concerned that the Mayor Vision sets up a structural shortfall in the education budget by
  • So under this approach, the state would not have a structural deficit, it would align ongoing spending
  • And since we are talking about the structure of 98, you raised a couple of interesting points.
  • I'll let Ken Capon walk through our overall comments on the property needs structure and alternative.
  • I may add that the language does actually continue the funding for the existing structure for the next
Keywords: 988, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Floor Session 5/17/25 - Part 2

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • combination businesses maintain their existence really because what we've seen is Minnesota's regulatory structures
  • combination businesses maintain their existence really because what we've seen is Minnesota's regulatory structures
  • combination businesses maintain their existence really because what we've seen is Minnesota's regulatory structures
  • won't repeat that here, but it's important to understand that a critical aspect of our legalization structure
  • won't repeat that here, but it's important to understand that a critical aspect of our legalization structure
Keywords: 1183, house
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Education Committee Apr 30th, 2025

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • This is a big bill but that's because we need big structural reform to prevent another A3.
  • As noted in the analysis, the current fee structure creates perverse financial incentives for district
  • This structure that's already been set up where there are trainings that are supposed to prevent this
  • We look at the play structure.
  • It addresses this by establishing a structured and inclusive review process before any modifications
Keywords: 988, house, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Tenant protections should not be determined by the structure that you live in.
  • That's why it's known in that way, because really this is about structuring loans with funds that the
  • But it gives the Legislature, you all, the authority and structure to work that out. Thank you.
  • AB 11 reflects the kind of structural solution we need to meet the scale of the crisis.
  • By the way, the ownership structure sounds a lot like a timeshare and a big, large HOA.
Summary: The committee first heard AB 1157, the Affordable Rent Act, which would lower California’s annual rent cap, remove the single-family home exemption, and eliminate the sunset on existing tenant protections. The author and supporters argued that renters are facing severe affordability pressures, especially in single-family rentals, and that stronger statewide rent stabilization is needed to prevent displacement and homelessness. Opponents, including apartment, building, and property-owner groups, said the bill would discourage housing production, harm small landlords, and override a deal they said was intended to be temporary while the state focused on building more housing. Public testimony on AB 1157 was extensive, with many renters, tenant advocates, labor groups, and community organizations speaking in support, while many landlords, business groups, and property-owner representatives spoke in opposition. Committee members were split: some praised the bill as a necessary response to the rent crisis, while others warned it could reduce investment and worsen the housing shortage. The committee ultimately voted 7-5 to pass AB 1157 to the Assembly Judiciary Committee. The committee then approved the consent calendar, including AB 413, AB 1152, and AB 1275, on a 9-0 vote. It also heard ACA 3, which would require the University of California to make available a limited number of down payment loans for eligible long-term support staff who are first-time homebuyers. Supporters said the measure would help lower-wage UC workers afford homeownership and improve retention, while UC and other opponents argued the proposal was duplicative of existing state programs, unnecessary, and potentially harmful to UC finances. The discussion focused on financing mechanics and the relationship to CalHFA, but no final vote on ACA 3 was included in the portion provided.
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

Transportation Mar 4th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • amended because it sets up and decision-making structure
  • amended because it sets up and decision-making structure
  • future regulations, which will decision-making structure
  • frequently used and bridge causeways structures
  • /font> organizations have legislative affairs structures
Keywords: 999, senate, all
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, July 21, 2025)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • around multiclass governance structures. around multiclass governance structures.
  • governance structures are Multiclass governance structures are those<05:37:00.638> where<05:37
  • These structures, while they may shares.
  • > risk<05:37:25.360> for structures pose significant risk for structures pose significant
  • <05:40:34.638> could an imbalanced power structure could an imbalanced power structure could