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• </c><00:03:20.519><c> fund</c> few lines you see the general fund few lines you see the general fund
• fund then uh savings to the general fund then uh beneath<00:03:52.040><c> the</c><00:03:52.200><c> general
• </c> that the delivery free would generate that the delivery free would generate 64.8<00:13:24.800><c
• </c><00:13:34.360><c> uh</c> that the delivery fee would generate uh that the delivery fee would generate
• </c><00:41:32.599><c> remained</c> gas tax revenue generated remained gas tax revenue generated remained

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I mean, generally we do, but comparing the two is apples and oranges.
• Like, if you just say general revenue, we all know how that movie ends, right?
• Uh, we're looking at a more general problem of addiction, perhaps.
• That's generated basically from outside revenue coming in.
• But also generating economic effects on other correlated sectors.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• I think that the government generally makes for a lousy venture capitalist.
• Generally and not just the politically favored.
• And so I generally support those things...
• But generally, a project of this size goes pretty fast. So that's my only input.
• Roughly half of the jobs that are in this state are generated by small businesses.

Keywords: 1204, all

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• The act also requires the Attorney General to publish model policies and guidance for limiting immigration
• not adopting the model policies, and provide a copy of the organization's policies to the Attorney General
• It's that sort of principle: areas that are not generally open to the public are considered private.
• This statute protects property rights and likeness in multiple forms but doesn't address AI-generated
• The general character of the witness? If more than one person heard the statement?

Keywords: 904, all

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• In 2022, the Attorney General prosecuted the state's largest retail seller of dogs and cats, In 2022,
• the Attorney General prosecuted the state's largest retail seller of dogs and cats and secured over
• Last evening, the Attorney General released a 2026 report from the Haas Center for Business Research
• to prove or disprove what the Attorney General is asserting.
• enough to stop harmful Attorney General for enforcement is not enough.

Summary: The Committee on Commerce and Tourism considered a series of bills affecting tax policy, workforce development, business regulation, consumer protection, rural development, and artificial intelligence. SB 1076 would raise Florida’s research and development tax credit cap from $9 million to $50 million beginning with the 2027 allocation, and it was reported favorably. CS/SB 1266 would create a cybersecurity experiential internship and clearance-readiness program with the Department of Commerce and Cyber Florida; an amendment removed an appropriation from the bill, and the committee reported it favorably. SB 554, a broad update to Florida’s not-for-profit corporation law, was also reported favorably after supportive testimony from Florida Bar representatives. SB 1004, aimed at protecting buyers of dogs and cats from deceptive sales and predatory financing practices, received strong support from animal welfare advocates and was reported favorably. SB 1074, which provides rounding rules for cash transactions if pennies are unavailable, was likewise reported favorably. SB 214, expanding the rural community definition to include special districts in rural counties for economic development purposes, was reported favorably. SPB 7030, a public records exemption tied to Department of Legal Affairs investigations, was adopted as a committee bill and favorably reported. The committee also heard extensive discussion on SB 998, the Department of Commerce package. The bill would modernize the Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant program, clarify rural community eligibility for certain unincorporated areas, exempt military entities from a reverter clause on land conveyances, and revise E-Verify enforcement procedures. Members questioned the E-Verify provisions, including penalties, protections for workers incorrectly flagged, and the treatment of gig workers. Senator Smith opposed the bill, arguing it creates unequal treatment between employers and immigrant workers, while Senator Wright supported the military-related provisions. Despite the debate, SB 998 was reported favorably, with Senators Bracy Davis, Smith, and Errington voting no. The committee also took up SB 482, an “Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights” that would create consumer protections for companion chatbots, require parental consent and access for minors, mandate periodic disclosures that users are interacting with AI, restrict certain uses of personal data and likenesses, and give the Attorney General enforcement authority. The bill drew both support and criticism: supporters emphasized child safety, transparency, and consumer protection, while opponents raised concerns about privacy, broad definitions, lack of audit mechanisms, and the absence of a private right of action for adults. Senators Smith and Davis urged clearer definitions and stronger accountability, but both said the bill was a starting point. The committee reported SB 482 favorably. The meeting ended with recorded affirmative votes requested by Senators Yarbrough, Wright, and Davis on selected tabs, and the committee adjourned.

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• In the lead up to the 2024 general election, the Office of Attorney General was made aware of multiple
• We're still communicating with the Office of Attorney General.
• Office of Attorney General.
• General as a resource witness. Thank you Mr. President and members.
• It would then require the Attorney General to prosecute them. offense.

Bills: SB1065, SB2117, SB2217, SB2363, SB2533, SB2742, SB2743, SB2881, SB2964, SB3013, SB3014

Keywords: SB 1065, handgun carry, license holder, concealed carry, open carry, government contracts, governmental entity, property lease, state agencies, local government, higher education, university, Texas Government Code, Penal Code 30.06, Penal Code 30.07, Penal Code 46.03, Second Amendment, gun rights, firearms, civil penalty

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• And that's the general intent of the bill. Thank you, Madam Chair. Thank you, Chair Quam.
• Generally, when I was involved with the school board, we had elections not during the even year general
• If they bring some of those local elections into the general election, is...
• That are going to be covered for the general election.
• . be placed on the general register.

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• I am concerned also about the action to dismiss the inspector general.
• And one of the best means of holding it accountable is an effective Inspector General.
• And right now, the Inspector General is barred from...
• And the same point I would make as to the firing of inspectors general.
• The VA ought to have its feet to the fire, as Michael Missal has done as inspector general.

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• </c><00:15:46.480><c> a</c> ultimate goal is get is generating a ultimate goal is get is generating a
• generating generating in<00:22:01.360><c> the</c><00:22:01.520><c> absence</c><00:22:01.840><c> of</
• Will this generate additional non-gaming revenue?
• Will this generate additional non-gaming revenue?
• That's something general state budget.

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• </c> General draw General funds similarly General draw General funds similarly with<00:11:29.000><c>
• I believe it was three general fund, and on line 13, three of them were general fund and the remainder
• </c> check I believe it was three general check I believe it was three general fund<00:54:07.799><c>
• </c><00:54:11.280><c> fund</c> 13 uh three of them were general fund 13 uh three of them were general
• </c><01:13:45.400><c> budget</c> requirements other than General budget requirements other than General

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The Finance Division II work session focused on organizing the committee’s remaining budget work and reviewing a set of recommended changes to House Bills 1 and 2. Mr. Landrian explained the committee’s tracking sheets and draft amendment package, noted that the division was being asked to find roughly $200 million in reductions, and said the governor’s lottery proposal in House Bill 2 could help offset part of that target. Members also discussed how revenue estimates tied to fee changes would be handled, with the chair saying the committee could seek Ways and Means input but would ultimately decide the estimates itself. The committee then considered four mostly technical amendments to House Bill 2. It voted unanimously to delete Section 81, which duplicated CCSNH dual and concurrent enrollment language already moving in House Bill 192; to delete Sections 143 and 144, which duplicated police standards and training extra-duty language already in House Bill 778; to adopt a correction to Section 151 that removed an inadvertently repeated sentence; and to delete Section 178 because the same Lottery Commission language already appears in House Bill 1. The committee also agreed to approve Section 4 of House Bill 1, the Lottery Commission boilerplate language, while deferring action on Section 2 of House Bill 1 until the university and community college budget is settled. A substantial portion of the meeting was spent planning upcoming work sessions and discussing possible revenue measures. The committee planned to invite Fish and Game on Monday to review a large set of follow-up materials and to discuss a possible amendment requiring hunters and trappers to pay the license fee before taking free training classes, with a second chance to retake the class if needed. Members also discussed possible fee adjustments for Safety and Fish and Game, including using dedicated-fund fees to reduce reliance on general funds and help stabilize the Highway Fund and Fish and Game Fund. The chair emphasized that all actions were recommendations until the committee’s final deadline and encouraged members to review draft language carefully before voting.

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• We must ensure future generations learn of the inhumanity of the Ottoman Empire's actions in order to
• We must ensure future generations learn of the inhumanity of the Ottoman Empire's actions in order to
• stolen, the passion and activism of the years stolen, generation stolen, the passion and activism of
• We honor those who were lost by choosing to do better today, this generation, by leading with dignity
• Thank you. this generation by leading with dignity and compassion and also committing to never forget

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• What do you think this is going to look like in a few years in general?
• key for the system and sets guidelines and processes for the Auditor General and Attorney General.
• You've seen the results from the Auditor General on ASET. It was a horrible failure.
• It goes to the Auditor General.
• The Auditor General has the ability to store...

Bills: HB2809

Keywords: cybersecurity, post-quantum encryption, CMMC 2.0, state agencies, data protection, US-based vendors, 1182, all

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• I'm also in the fourth generation of the family that runs and operates Everglades. Sorry. Sorry.
• Our second goal is to continue empowering a beyond-ready generation for work and life.
• This is also about the next generation of agriculture and a new age of discovery.
• The next generation of agriculturalists are up for the challenge.
• From your perspective as the next generation, how do you From your perspective as the next generation

Bills: S0806

Keywords: right to repair, repairability, consumer repair, independent repair provider, authorized repair provider, portable wireless device, smartphone repair, cell phone repair, mobile device, agricultural equipment, farm equipment, tractor, combine, diagnostic information, repair manuals, parts availability, tools, embedded software, firmware, security module

Summary: The Committee on Agriculture took up SB 806, a consumer and agricultural equipment right-to-repair bill sponsored by Senator Truenow. The bill was described as expanding repair options for portable wireless devices and farm equipment while protecting trade secrets. Two amendments were adopted: one clarified that portable devices do not include motor vehicles, and another was a technical staff amendment. Testimony included support for the general goal of repair access, but opposition from a John Deere dealership representative, who warned the bill could weaken local dealer support, reduce parts inventory, increase downtime, and create emissions-compliance risks. The Consumer Technology Association also opposed the bill in its current form, citing concerns about a patchwork of state laws, a private right of action against manufacturers, and inconsistencies with other states’ repair laws. After closing remarks from Senator Truenow, the committee voted to report CS for SB 806 favorably. The committee then heard a presentation from Florida 4-H state officers and alumni, who highlighted 4-H’s role in youth development, leadership, agriculture, STEM, and healthy living. They described statewide participation of more than 216,000 youth, the impact of camps and hands-on programs, and efforts to raise funds for facility improvements, including Camp Cherry Lake and Camp Timpoochee. Members asked about how youth discover 4-H, what drives participation, and the organization’s growth goals, including reaching 300,000 youth. Next, Florida FFA state officers presented on agricultural education and FFA’s role in preparing students for careers in agriculture and related fields. They emphasized the three-part model of classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience, and FFA leadership activities, and noted Florida’s membership growth to more than 65,000 students, supported by state funding that allows all agricultural education students to participate at no cost. Members discussed the need for technology and AI to help meet future food-production demands, and the presenters stressed innovation, urban agriculture, and efficiency as key to feeding a growing population. The meeting concluded with general comments of support and a request for a group photo with the students.

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• This generates approximately 3.8 billion dollars to the state each year. 50,000 of that revenue goes
• How do the two programs compare, generally speaking?
• I'm the owner of Marksman General Contractors.
• But Texas is not a leading state for MRO services or general aviation manufacturing.
• And it also brings in the manufacturing of general aviation aircraft.

Bills: SB214, SB935, SB1030, SB1901, SB2018, SB2020, SB2066, SB2206

Keywords: HVAC, tax exemption, energy efficiency, residential heating, installation services, Energy Star, sales tax, residential, installation, sales tax exemption, Environmental Protection Agency, temporary exemption, motor fuel tax, county exemption, diesel fuel, gasoline tax, transportation funding, SB 1030, Texas Tax Code, use tax exemption

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• Rehabilitation and the Office of Inspector General.
• , Inspector General's Office of the Inspector General, and Sean Spillane, Chief Deputy Inspector General
• , Office of Inspector General.
• I am the Inspector General. With me today is Sean Spillane, my Chief Deputy Inspector General.
• I would like to hear from the Inspector General as well as the wardens.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• </c> pretty much generally funded. So, yes. pretty much generally funded. So, yes.
• generates renewable energy credits.
• Um, a lot of encourage local generation.
• </c><00:50:28.800><c> generates</c><00:50:29.200><c> renewable</c> renewable generator generates renewable
• renewable generator generates renewable energy<00:50:29.839><c> credits.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 219, which would revise the renewable portfolio standard by changing several class definitions, eliminating Class 2, lowering the utility obligation for Class 1 thermal renewable energy certificates from 2.2% to 1.7%, and adjusting alternative compliance payments. Representative Vose said the bill would save ratepayers an estimated $5.7 million annually, arguing that Class 2 is already saturated and that the changes would not materially affect renewable energy development. Members questioned the fiscal impact, with an amended fiscal note cited as showing a $1.2 million reduction in general fund revenue, and some members raised concerns that the bill could weaken one of the remaining incentives for renewable investment. The committee also reviewed the bill’s history, including that it had been added to HB 2 and then removed in conference committee. No vote was taken in the work session. The committee then heard House Bill 164, concerning local records retention and the creation of a local records manager position. Secretary of State David Scanlan testified that the position has existed in statute for years but has never been funded, and said the need has grown as records management has become more digital and ADA accessibility has become more important. He described the bill as a way to help towns preserve and digitize records, especially for smaller communities with limited resources, while keeping records locally when possible. Members asked about the fiscal note, the potential cost of a public website and storage system, and whether the state could start by funding the position alone; the secretary said the staffing cost estimate remained accurate but that storage costs could rise over time. Several members expressed support and suggested further discussion with the Department of Information or other agencies. The work session was then closed without action. Finally, the committee opened House Bill 365, which would provide proof of U.S. citizenship assistance for indigent voters. Secretary Scanlan said the bill is intended to help voters comply with the new voter registration documentation requirements by allowing the state to verify eligibility through federal, private, and other state databases, and by providing vouchers to cover the cost of obtaining documents such as birth certificates. He compared the proposal to the earlier voter ID law, which he said was successfully implemented with accommodations for voters lacking acceptable ID. Members asked how “indigent” would be defined and how the process would work for out-of-state-born applicants; the secretary said indigency would likely be based on a voter’s statement of inability to pay and that the state would help identify where to obtain records and, if necessary, verify them through outside databases. The discussion continued as the transcript ended, with no vote recorded.

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• And also we've had discussions in General Laws Committee on bills.
• So intent of the General Assembly, intent of a legislator.
• So intent of the General Assembly, intent of a legislator.
• Our purpose here is not to generate...”
• “The purpose of our purpose here is not to generate litigation or generate legal fees.

Summary: The committee first met in executive session and approved House Bill 2666, Representative Keithley’s anti-SLAPP bill, on an 8-4 vote after a brief clarification that it was the anti-SLAPP measure being considered. The committee then held a public hearing on House Bill 3054, also by Representative Keithley, which would shift Cole County appellate venue to the Eastern District for workload balancing and require certain challenges to the enactment or validity of statutes and regulations to be filed originally in Cole County to reduce forum shopping. Representative Keithley said the bill was intended to centralize procedural and constitutional challenges tied to lawmaking or rulemaking in Jefferson City, not to move ordinary fact-based civil cases. Committee members pressed him on whether the language would also sweep in personal injury, medical malpractice, or criminal cases, and several expressed concern that the bill was broader than intended and could create venue fights or burden litigants. Keithley acknowledged the language might need clarification, especially regarding whether it could affect cases with constitutional counts in otherwise ordinary civil actions. Opposition testimony came from the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys and the Missouri Circuit Judges Association. Both groups said the bill, as drafted, was too broad and could unintentionally move many cases to Cole County, including cases where constitutional challenges are commonly pleaded, and possibly criminal matters because of the “notwithstanding” clause. They also warned it could encourage new venue disputes and undermine expected local venue. The Judicial Conference of Missouri offered to provide data on case types if the committee wanted more information. No further action was taken on HB 3054, and the hearing adjourned.

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• I just have a general question. What was the impetus for you sponsoring this bill?
• Does it stay exclusively for the fund's use, or does it revert back to general revenue?
• I think that would be a point of clarification for the committee and for the General Assembly to make
• And for the General Assembly to make if they would like to have that handled differently.
• Right now, general revenue is gold, and everybody's trying to keep from...

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• Deputy Assistant Attorney General Michael E.
• The letter, as I mentioned earlier, was directed to the attorney general and to the governor.
• So I think that the Attorney General through a personal letter to the DOJ.
• It was only directed to the Attorney General and to the governor.
• The letter was not to the Senate, it was to the governor and to the attorney general.

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• </c> Development, Housing, and General Development, Housing, and General Affairs<00:03:00.520><c> on<
• Yes, so yeah, the Attorney General testified and are generally very much in support of this and felt
• </c> registry in general. registry in general.
• Attorney General again?
• </c> the Attorney General chapter. the Attorney General chapter.

Keywords: 926, house, all