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LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Commerce May 5th, 2026

Commerce, Consumer Protection, and International Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • You know, if you just Google the OFI laws in Chapter 6, it refers to FDIC laws all day long.
  • Amendment number five would add a megaproject to the definitions in this chapter, and define that term
  • "Definitions in this chapter, and define that term as a commercial construction project for which the
  • do all the following: amend existing provisions and enact new provisions in the unclaimed property chapter
  • do all the following: amend existing provisions and enact new provisions in the unclaimed property chapter
Summary: The committee first deferred House Bill 1102 without hearing it. It then took up House Concurrent Resolution 66, which urges Louisiana Economic Development and other state agencies to continue studying rural parishes’ economic assets, infrastructure, workforce, and development opportunities. Representative Weible and Secretary Bougoir described the resolution as part of a broader effort to align state rural programs and create a strategic framework for rural development. Members emphasized infrastructure, workforce training, local coordination, and retaining young people in rural communities. An amendment requiring LED to report to the legislature by January 1, 2027 was adopted, and HCR 66 was reported favorably as amended. The committee next considered Senate Bill 102, which would allow qualified trade associations for motor vehicle dealers to bring declaratory and injunctive actions against manufacturers on behalf of dealers. Senator Presley and the Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association said the bill would consolidate similar disputes into one action, reduce costs, and help smaller dealers avoid retaliation or uneven litigation. Questions focused on standing, the limited remedies, and whether the bill would affect nontraditional sales models. Technical amendments were adopted, and SB 102 was reported favorably as amended. Senate Bill 521, concerning banks’ continued use of a non-surviving bank’s name after mergers or consolidations, drew the most debate. Senator Boudreau and former Senator Fred Mills said the bill would preserve community-bank identity while following FDIC guidance on clear disclosure and consumer notice. Several members raised concerns about codifying federal guidance, future changes to federal rules, and whether the bill should instead set a fixed transition period; an amendment to limit use of the old name to 24 months was adopted after discussion. Another proposed amendment tying the bill to 1998 FDIC branch-name guidance failed on a roll call vote. The bill, as amended, was then reported favorably. The committee also advanced House Bill 387, which narrows the scope of incidental engineering work by architects and clarifies the state fire marshal’s authority to review plans under both architecture and engineering laws, and House Bill 1228, which updates hearing-aid dealer licensing and consumer-protection rules, including testing periods, cooling-off rights, and refund/cancellation procedures. Both bills were reported favorably with technical amendments. The transcript then shifted to additional measures, including House Bill 975 on Public Service Commission reconstitution and several Senate bills by Senator Abraham on self-storage facilities and contractor licensing, but the provided text cuts off before those items are fully concluded.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • This evening, unique to Senate Bill 1 is on page 9, which is the addition of Chapter 762 to the Health
  • Chapter 762 will broadly set safety requirements for campgrounds while chapter.
  • Chapter 141 will be heightened in specific requirements as it pertains to law, licensure, and other relevant
  • That will be our chapter and verse this evening. We'll be in Rule 5, Section 3.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • We already have provisions in Texas law, specifically Chapter 169, Chapter 164 of the Health and Safety
  • Code, as well as Chapter 102. of the Occupations Code.
  • I also served as the president of our American Society for Microbiology student chapter.
  • testifying against HB1106, representing myself and the National Association of Social Workers, Texas chapter
TX

Texas 89th Regular

State Affairs Apr 28th, 2025

State Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • on behalf of the Texas Immigration Law Council and American Immigration Lawyers Association, Texas chapter
  • Chapter 12 of the BizOrg Code is the chapter that provides for the Attorney General to be able to revoke
  • This bill amends Chapter 12 to allow court review of requests for documents, as required by the Supreme
  • Chapter 15 of the Business Organizations Code, for example, allows the Attorney General to demand both
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

Rules Apr 16th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • JUST QUICKLY SEN., ROOFING IS COVERED IN CHAPTER 489.
  • IS THIS IN A STATUTE OR A SECTION THAT WILL BE ADDED TO CHAPTER 489 WHERE THE ROOFING IS COVERED ALREADY
  • CURRENTLY THE ROOFER WOULD HAVE TO BE A LICENSED ROOFING CONTRACTOR UNDER THE STATE OF FLORIDA UNDER CHAPTER
  • PLEASE VOTE FOR THIS BILL TODAY, THANK YOU. >> Chair Passidomo: MARNIE GEORGE, AMERICAN CHAPTER COLLEGE
  • YOU ARE RECOGNIZED. >> KATIE BAUMAN ON BEHALF OF SURFRIDER FOUNDATION, AND OCEAN NONPROFIT WITH CHAPTERS
Keywords: 999, senate, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

PSM-HOU, HOU Public Hearings 04-10-2025

Public Safety and Military Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then we also have DIY chapter in support. Is there anyone else wishing to testify on HCR 78?
  • And then we also have DIY chapter in support. Is there anyone else wishing to testify on HCR 78?
  • And then we also have DIY chapter in support. Is there anyone else wishing to testify on HCR 78?
  • And then we also have DIY chapter in support. Is there anyone else wishing to testify on HCR 78?
  • And then we also have DIY chapter<00:04:28.320> in<00:04:28.560> support.
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The joint committees heard HCR 66, which asks the State Building Code Council to update the state building code to allow point access block construction for residential buildings up to six stories. Testimony was generally in support, including from Housing Hawaii’s Future, the Grassroot Institute of Hawaii, and OPSD, with one registered opponent. No questions were raised, and the joint committee later adopted a recommendation to pass the resolution as is. Because the housing committee lacked quorum at that time, final action on the resolution was deferred to the housing-only agenda. On the housing-only agenda, the committee first heard HTR 78, which states the intent that housing projects qualifying for credits under Act 31 remain eligible for those credits after the act’s repeal. Testimony was in support from HHFTC and the DIY chapter, and there were no questions or opposition noted. The committee then took up Governor’s Message 592, confirming Lisa Darcy to the HPHA board. Support came from HPHA board members and several individuals, and Darcy said she accepted the nomination and emphasized her experience and interest in HPHA’s work. Members questioned her about the HPHA board’s oversight role, the 10,000-unit RFQ, and media coverage of Kuhio Park Terrace relocations; she said she supports the project, values transparency, and would push for better context and accountability, though some members felt she had not directly answered concerns about on-the-ground oversight. The committee also heard Governor’s Message 736, confirming Grant Chun to the HHFDC board. Support testimony highlighted his experience in nonprofit housing, real estate, and leadership roles, and Chun said he was pleased to serve the state. Members asked about his residence and his perspective on senior care at Hali Makua, where he said his family found the care compassionate and thorough, while noting staffing shortages. The transcript ends before any final vote on the housing-only items is shown.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Now Lord Jesus, as recorded in Revelation. chapter 3 verse 20.
  • Statute currently blurs the distinction between disasters in Chapter 418 and emergency in Chapter 433
  • while still preserving the right to vote. broad authority for the governor to respond under SB 871 chapter
  • The conference held between the teacher, administrator, parent, and student under Chapter 37.00.
Summary: The meeting focused on several crucial pieces of legislation, notably Senate Joint Resolution 40, which proposed a constitutional amendment to clarify the powers of the governor, the legislature, and the Supreme Court during emergencies. Senator Birdwell presented the resolution, emphasizing the need for legislative involvement during prolonged crises. It garnered broad support, passing with 29 votes in favor and only 1 against. Following this, Senate Bill 871, considered the enabling legislation, was also moved for discussion, with the aim of reinforcing the legislature's authority during emergencies while establishing clear guidelines for the governor's powers.
FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Fiscal Policy Apr 8th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • cases of public depositories, and they will send it to the Attorney General of the state to take a Chapter
  • cases of public depositories, and they will send it to the Attorney General of the state to take a Chapter
  • And now they have high school chapters, and they have a high school... ...in the nation, and now they
  • have high school chapters, and they have a high school program over 1,000 across the country.
  • Would the bill ban a school from providing funding for, like, a Turning Point USA high school chapter
Summary: The committee first took up CS for CS for CS for SB 462 on transportation. A substitute amendment was adopted that would require counties receiving transportation surtax proceeds to report how the money is used to the Office of Economic and Demographic Research, prohibit certain airport fees tied to collegiate aviation flight training, create a Sarasota-Manatee Airport Authority pilot program, and dedicate $10 million annually for a traffic signal modernization program. The amendment also removed several provisions from the bill, including a sales-tax transfer to the State Transportation Trust Fund, a bid-protest-related contracting requirement, and repeal of the Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council. A late-filed amendment was tabled, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then heard CS for CS for CS for SB 628, Lucy’s Law, which strengthens boating safety penalties for leaving the scene of a vessel accident and reckless operation. After the sponsor withdrew a pending amendment, the committee heard emotional testimony from Lucy’s parents and others in support, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee next considered CS for CS for SB 700, the Florida Farm Bill, under a strike-all amendment. The bill’s major provisions included removing non-purity additives from public water systems, requiring clearer labeling for meat, milk, poultry, and eggs, criminalizing drone harassment over farmland, updating agriculture disaster recovery programs, creating an honest services registry for charities tied to countries of concern, expanding FFA-related scholarships and school infrastructure, and allowing the state to repurchase certain former agricultural lands converted to solar fields. Testimony included strong support from agriculture and related groups, opposition from the Florida Bankers Association over a private right of action related to financial discrimination, and criticism from speakers opposed to fluoride removal. The bill was amended and then reported favorably despite some opposition. The committee also reported favorably SB 796, which authorizes DEP general permits for distributed wastewater treatment systems to replace failing septic tanks. The committee then took up a large strike-all for CS for SB 1618, a K-20 education package. The amendment combined provisions on VPK flexibility, early grade success, agriculture education, financial literacy, reading intervention, teacher assignment transparency, restrictions on spending public funds for political or social activism, emergency opioid antagonists, corporal punishment consent, teacher certification pathways, and other higher-education and workforce items from SB 1624, including guardrails for certain private religious postsecondary institutions. Members questioned the new prohibition on using public funds for political or social activism, with the sponsor saying it was intended to keep public schools from being a battleground for ideology; Equality Florida and the ACLU opposed that section. The amendment was adopted and the bill was reported favorably. Finally, the committee began extensive debate on CS for SB 7016, a major initiative-petition reform bill. The sponsors said the bill responds to fraud and abuse documented in a large Office of Election Crimes and Security report and would impose tighter rules on petition circulators, including Florida residency and U.S. citizenship requirements, training, shorter submission deadlines, stronger penalties, new identification requirements on petitions, and a 25% invalid-signature trigger for investigations by election-crimes officials. Senators raised numerous questions about due process, public records, penalties, the treatment of volunteers and former felons, the verification process, and the practical effect of the new deadlines and thresholds. The discussion was ongoing when the transcript ended, and no final vote on SB 7016 is shown in the excerpt.
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Fiscal Policy Apr 8th, 2025

Fiscal Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • cases of public depositories, and they will send it to the Attorney General of the state to take a Chapter
  • cases of public depositories, and they will send it to the Attorney General of the state to take a Chapter
  • And now they have high school chapters, and they have a high school... ...in the nation, and now they
  • have high school chapters, and they have a high school program over 1,000 across the country.
  • Would the bill ban a school from providing funding for, like, a Turning Point USA high school chapter
Summary: The committee first took up CS for CS for CS for SB 462 on transportation, adopting a substitute amendment that would require counties receiving transportation surtax proceeds to report how the money is used, prohibit certain airport fees tied to collegiate flight training, create a Sarasota-Manatee Airport Authority pilot program, and fund a traffic signal modernization program with $10 million annually from the State Transportation Trust Fund. The amendment also removed several provisions from the bill, including a sales tax transfer to the trust fund, a bid protest-related contracting requirement, and repeal of the Metropolitan Planning Organization Advisory Council. A late-filed amendment was tabled, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then heard CS for CS for SB 628, “Lucy's Law,” on boating safety, which would strengthen penalties for leaving the scene of a vessel accident and reckless vessel operation. Lucy’s parents gave emotional testimony in support, describing the fatal 2022 boating crash and urging stronger accountability. The sponsor withdrew pending amendments, and the bill was reported favorably. CS for CS for SB 700, the Florida Farm Bill, was next; the strike-all amendment covered a broad range of agriculture-related changes, including water fluoridation restrictions, labeling rules, drone restrictions over farmland, disaster recovery programs, an honest services registry, FFA-related provisions, and agricultural land preservation. Testimony included support from agricultural and gun-rights groups, opposition from banking, dental, and local-government advocates, and a lengthy public debate over fluoridation and financial discrimination. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably. SB 796 on general permits for distributed wastewater treatment systems was reported favorably with little debate. The committee then took up CS for SB 1618 on K-12 education, adopting a delete-all amendment that combined a wide range of education provisions, including VPK flexibility, agriculture education, financial literacy, reading intervention requirements, teacher assignment reporting, restrictions on spending public funds on political or social activism, postsecondary and workforce-related changes, and other school and college system updates. Several speakers opposed the activism-related funding restriction, while the sponsor said the bill was intended to keep publicly funded schools focused on education; the bill was reported favorably. Finally, the committee considered SB 7016 on initiative petitions, adopting a strike-all amendment that would sharply tighten petition circulation rules and increase penalties. The proposal would require circulators to be Florida residents and U.S. citizens, impose training and registration requirements, shorten petition submission deadlines, require more identifying information on petition forms, limit sponsors to one amendment per election cycle, and create new enforcement and investigation triggers, including a 25% invalid-signature threshold. Sponsors argued the changes were needed to address fraud and protect the integrity of constitutional amendment petitions, while senators raised concerns about due process, public-records issues, burdens on volunteers, and the impact on voters and sponsors. The bill was not reported in the portion provided, and the discussion remained ongoing at the end of the transcript.
FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Community Affairs Mar 17th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm looking at your Chapter 94 as it relates to zoning.
  • We want to continue working with Chair McLean on a lot of the modifications in Chapter 163 as it relates
  • You know, Chapter 163 is the Community Planning Act.
  • We want to continue working with Chair McLean on a lot of the modifications in Chapter 163 as it relates
  • Chapter 163 is the Community Planning Act.
Summary: The committee first took up SB 1134, which would extend and clarify the use of qualified private providers and computer-based tools in the building permit and inspection process for residential solar energy systems. The sponsor said the bill is intended to reduce long delays in solar permitting and make the process faster and cheaper; Senator Pizzo questioned whether the problem was limited to specific local governments, and a late-filed amendment clarifying the word “application” was adopted. After brief testimony from an industry representative supporting the measure, the committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Pizzo voting no. Next, the committee considered SB 784, dealing with issuance of addresses and parcel identification numbers for plats and new development. The bill sets a 14-day timeframe, and an amendment was adopted that would allow use of a private provider if the deadline is missed and would bar fee collection if the local government fails to act within five business days. County representatives said they wanted to keep working on the bill and raised concerns about the private-provider language and the short deadlines, while several senators discussed whether the process should be handled earlier on the front end. The committee then reported the bill favorably. The committee also passed SB 1738 on transportation concurrency, which would let counties that previously opted out of concurrency opt back in by maintaining current levels of service. SB 1080, a local government land regulation bill, was described as a measure to speed development approvals by setting stricter timelines, limiting repeated information requests, and imposing penalties for noncompliance; local-government testimony opposed it as a loss of local control, while builders supported it. After debate, SB 1080 was reported favorably. SB 1260, which clarifies county constitutional officer budget procedures and creates an appeal process for clerks and supervisors of elections similar to sheriffs, was also reported favorably after members discussed possible adjustments to avoid burdening county budget negotiations. Finally, the committee took up SB 420, as amended by a strike-all, which would prohibit counties and municipalities from adopting or funding DEI-related ordinances, policies, programs, offices, or contracts, and would expose officials to misfeasance/malfeasance claims and local governments to lawsuits. The sponsor said the amendment removed retroactive language, delayed the effective date, and added definitions and contract-certification requirements, but many senators and public speakers argued the bill was overbroad, vague, and would chill local efforts such as Black History Month, women-owned business programs, minority contracting, and community outreach. Supporters said it would ensure merit-based government action and consistency with state standards. The amendment was adopted, but the bill drew extensive opposition testimony and debate over its scope and potential conflict with federal and state law.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 25th, 2025

Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII

Transcript Highlights:
  • I can't remember what the right terminology in Chapter 108 was, but it's. physical, basically physical
  • Under chapter 108 of the Occupations Code, I want to be clear, this is not a rule we have, this is something
  • that under Chapter 108, they are barred from holding a social work license forever.
  • and then they have since filed suit against the agency seeking to overturn the petition. statute in Chapter
  • That were convicted of felonies, were they like violent felonies, or I guess you said under Chapter 108
Keywords: 1184, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 02/05/25

Judiciary and Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • This would just require clarifying or housekeeping language in a statute in Chapter 179A. Mr.
  • This would just require clarifying or housekeeping language in a statute in Chapter 179A. Mr.
  • :09:52.279> in housekeeping language in a statute in housekeeping language in a statute in chapter
  • chapter chapter 179a<00:09:54.440> Mr<00:09:54.680> chair<00:09:54.920> and<00:
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
VT

Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Session - 2026-05-12 - 10:00AM

Vermont Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • <02:06:08.880> 2031, VSA chapter 2031, VSA chapter 2031, um, Section five is clean-up language
  • in the statute that amends Curb membership, 33 V.S.A. chapter 2031, which is the clinical utilization
  • If you're interested, this is Title 26, chapter 127, which is the funeral director chapter. increased
  • > chapter.
  • funeral director chapter. funeral director chapter.
Keywords: 927, senate, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

AGR Public Hearing - Tue Mar 12, 2025 @ 9:00 AM HST

Agriculture & Food Systems

Transcript Highlights:
  • maybe to tweak that to be similar with our macadamia nut labeling and even our coffee labeling in chapter
  • 25:52.120> also<00:25:52.520> we'd<00:25:52.760> like<00:25:52.960> a chapter
  • 46 um and also we'd like a chapter 46 um and also we'd like a little<00:25:53.240> bit<00:25:
  • Chapter 72 administrative rules. We do not believe that is actually the case.
  • implementing authorities for the chapter implementing authorities for the chapter 72<02:27:33.600
Keywords: 910, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Human Services - 03/27/26

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • So this executive board is defined as a health-related board under chapter 214.
  • health-related board under chapter 214. health-related board under chapter 214.
  • And then we have a process under chapter 14 where that's done.
  • under chapter 14 where that's done.<02:08:46.960> And<02:08:47.120> I<02:08:47.160>
  • And you'll notice that it we reference chapter or statute 16B.981, subdivision 2, numerous times.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Education Policy and Administration (01/12/2026)

Education Policy and Administration

Transcript Highlights:
  • actually defines what where the chapter actually defines what a<00:26:36.880> CTE<00:26:37.440
  • under the chapter not be subject<02:15:57.679> to<02:15:57.920> waiverss.
  • <02:19:17.359> related<02:19:17.679> to<02:19:18.240> um it says this chapter
  • <02:20:00.160> Is for a waiver is under chapter 194E.
  • Is for a waiver is under chapter 194E.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
MN
Transcript Highlights:
  • But most egregious of all, this has Chapter 388 in this amendment, which is not in the bill at all.
  • most egregious of all, this has chapter most egregious of all, this has chapter 388<00:21:50.080
  • And even under the GOP's own rules proposal from earlier this session, a new chapter being inserted into
  • The chapter 388, just in case anyone's curious, has the title County Attorneys.
  • I think everyone would understand that chapter 388, even though there's not a provision relating to chapter
Keywords: 1183, house
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 4/9/25

Human Services Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Section 3 modifies the MSA equivalent rate adjustment under the chapter of statutes governing housing
  • Section 3 modifies the MSA equivalent rate adjustment under the chapter of statutes governing housing
  • I'm the vice president of public policy for the Alzheimer's Association Minnesota North Dakota chapter
  • I'm the vice president of public policy for the Alzheimer's Association Minnesota North Dakota chapter
  • On behalf of the more than chapter.
Bills: HF2434
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Apr 1st, 2025

Alabama House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • in the United States, Europe, chapters in the United States, Europe, chapters in the United States,
  • across the state of Alabama. chapters across the state of Alabama. chapters across the state of Alabama
  • Alabama Fraternity Incorporated and the Alabama Fraternity Incorporated and the Alabama District chapters
  • for their outstanding District chapters for their outstanding District chapters for their outstanding
  • from Birmingham, Jefferson chapter from Birmingham, Jefferson chapter from Birmingham, Jefferson County
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

JHA Public Hearing - Tue Feb 25, 2025 @ 2:00 PM HST

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • General's office in drafting a draft bill that we attached to our testimony, creating a standalone chapter
  • Section 4, HRS 481B-4, already provides that any violation of any section of chapter 481B is deemed an
  • 481b which is the any section of chapter 481b which is the chapter<02:09:30.159> this<02:09:30.320
  • > new<02:09:30.480> language<02:09:30.840> is<02:09:30.960> being chapter
  • this new language is being chapter this new language is being placed<02:09:31.559> into<02:09
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 302, which would repeal the requirement that a provider-patient relationship for medical cannabis certification be established in person first. The Department of Health said it supported the House Draft 2 version as a way to expand patient access, and several testifiers from the medical cannabis community and dispensary industry supported the bill, especially for patients on outer islands or those unable to travel. One witness asked that earlier language removed in committee be restored to further improve access. Representative Shimizu asked whether follow-up in-person visits would still occur, and DOH responded that this varies by provider, with some continuing in-person care and others moving to telehealth for chronic conditions. The committee then took up House Bill 712, relating to the federal 340B drug pricing program and contract pharmacies. The Office of Consumer Protection and the Attorney General’s office both said they supported the bill’s purpose but wanted it clarified and possibly moved into a standalone chapter rather than chapter 481B. Supporters, including Hawaii Pacific Health and the Queen’s Health Systems, said the bill is needed to protect safety-net funding and access to discounted drugs, citing large financial benefits from 340B and losses caused by manufacturer restrictions on contract pharmacies. PhRMA opposed the bill, arguing the issue is not access to discounts but accountability and transparency in how contract pharmacies distribute benefits, and said it was willing to discuss amendments. Members asked follow-up questions about whether there was data showing misuse; PhRMA said it did not have numbers, while hospital witnesses said the program is federally audited and used appropriately in Hawaii. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 1482, HD1, which would tighten hemp and controlled-substance definitions to exclude Schedule I cannabinoids from manufactured hemp products and clarify the treatment of artificially derived cannabis. The Department of Health supported the measure, saying it adds clarity to existing prohibitions. Kūre Hawaii and other supporters said it would close loopholes involving Delta-8 and similar products. An individual testifier urged stronger language to also cover compounds such as HHC, THCA, THCP, and THCO. In response to questions about enforcement against mislabeled hemp products, DOH explained that THC percentages are relative to product weight, that some products can remain under the hemp threshold while still containing significant THC, and that hemp flower is already prohibited from direct retail sale, though enforcement can be complicated and involves both administrative and criminal authorities.