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• We have a million dollars for the Administrative Office of the Courts, funding for competency-based pilot
• And so this million dollars that's going to AOC is intended to help them expand the pilot competency
• Our projected reserves are... $3.488 billion, at 32.3%.
• Speaker and gentlelady, was that report includes sustainability projections as well? Mr.
• Costs were out of sync with their projections.

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• he rarely took credit, I saw more than once where he made the difference on the inside in making a project

Bills: HB1800, HB1860, HB2250, HB472, HB649, HB1391, HB1481, HB1509, HB1511, HB1515, HB1518, HB1541, HB1548, HB1576, HB1618, HB1642, HB1643, HB1661, HB1667, HB1678, HB1682, HB1688, HB1692, HB1707, HB1710, HB1711, HB1713, HB1718, HB1721, HB1728, HB1737, HB1740, HB1741, HB1785, HB1801, HB1802, HB1804, HB1810, HB1815, HB1824, HB1838, HB1839, HB1853, HB1854, HB1864, HB1870, HB1881, HB1888, HB1890, HB1891, HB1894, HB1920, HB1959, HB1960, HB1969, HB1973, HB1974, HB2023, HB2050, HB2078, HB2094, HB2095, HB2104, HB2137, HB2152, HB2158, HB2171, HB2207, HB2218, HB2246, HB2270, HB2271, HB2272, HB2279, HB2282, HB2289, HB2293, HB2297, HB2300, HB2309, HB2310, HB2314, HB2319, HB2329, HB2338, HB2339, HB2344, HB2361, HB2385, HB2395, HB2417, HB2429, HB2443, HB2452, HB2474, HB2475, HB2498, HB2505, HB2547, HB2576

Keywords: supplemental appropriations, state budget, Hawaii budget, biennial budget, capital improvement projects, CIP, general fund, special fund, green fee, special land and development fund, clean energy revolving loan fund, agricultural development revolving fund, community grants, nonprofit grants, Office of Community Services, housing, affordable housing, homelessness, health care, mental health

Bills: HB1800, HB1860, HB2250, HB472, HB649, HB1391, HB1481, HB1509, HB1511, HB1515, HB1518, HB1541, HB1548, HB1576, HB1618, HB1642, HB1643, HB1661, HB1667, HB1678, HB1682, HB1688, HB1692, HB1707, HB1710, HB1711, HB1713, HB1718, HB1721, HB1728, HB1737, HB1740, HB1741, HB1785, HB1801, HB1802, HB1804, HB1810, HB1815, HB1824, HB1838, HB1839, HB1853, HB1854, HB1864, HB1870, HB1881, HB1888, HB1890, HB1891, HB1894, HB1920, HB1959, HB1960, HB1969, HB1973, HB1974, HB2023, HB2050, HB2078, HB2094, HB2095, HB2104, HB2137, HB2152, HB2158, HB2171, HB2207, HB2218, HB2246, HB2270, HB2271, HB2272, HB2279, HB2282, HB2289, HB2293, HB2297, HB2300, HB2309, HB2310, HB2314, HB2319, HB2329, HB2338, HB2339, HB2344, HB2361, HB2385, HB2395, HB2417, HB2429, HB2443, HB2452, HB2474, HB2475, HB2498, HB2505, HB2547, HB2576

Keywords: supplemental appropriations, state budget, Hawaii budget, biennial budget, capital improvement projects, CIP, general fund, special fund, green fee, special land and development fund, clean energy revolving loan fund, agricultural development revolving fund, community grants, nonprofit grants, Office of Community Services, housing, affordable housing, homelessness, health care, mental health

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• ...that would likely end up being like contract staff to do projects, project management, and things
• What was the $10 million project, and is that a typical type of project that's throughout, or what's
• of project that's a typical type of project that's throughout<00:51:12.920> or<00:51:13.240><
• Efficiency and renewable energy projects Efficiency and renewable energy projects Senator Senator
• <01:29:50.639> the distributed generation projects the distributed generation projects the

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• This project is about affordability.
• This project importantly, it's a start.
• employees that the Blue Earth project employees that the Blue Earth project will<00:32:08.640>
• And, um, the purpose is to financially make projects, I would say, such as this feasible—projects that
• , such as this feasible, uh, projects say, such as this feasible, uh, projects that<00:35:04.160>

Bills: HF2103, HF4508

Keywords: energy, renewable energy, ammonia, hydrogen, certificate tracking, funding, environment, elk, cervidae, cervid importation, chronic wasting disease, CWD, animal health, livestock, wildlife disease, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, state veterinarian, zoo, Association of Zoos and Aquariums, AZA

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• You'll see lakeshore stabilization projects, cover crop seed mix expertise, working with livestock owners
• nutrient management guidance, monitoring our lake water quality, working with urban residents on projects
• and the first ever saf powered piloting and the first ever saf powered flight<00:46:38.319> out
• It's nice to see a large-scale industrial project on the right side of the Red River, as we'd like to
• <01:15:12.880> we're Center and one of the projects we're Center and one of the projects we're

Bills: HF1126, HF967, HF1066, HF1669, HF926

Keywords: property tax, Indian Tribe, tax exemption, Minnesota, public charity, property tax exemption, Minnesota statutes, unorganized territory, federally recognized, soil conservation, water conservation, local government aid, environmental funding, Minnesota legislation, tax credits, sustainable aviation fuel, environmental policy, corporate franchise, Minnesota taxation, tobacco

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• districts to demonstrate prudent capital use, updated maintenance plans, and accurate enrollment projections
• Is there anything in place right now, or what is the projected consequence going to be?
• Are there's, is there anything in place right now or what is the projected consequence going to be?
• Many of you know I'm a pilot.
• Pilots every two years have to go up with an instructor for an hour to verify they haven't gotten any

Bills: SB23, SB73, SB210, SB234, SB243, SB244, SM16

Keywords: student use, wireless devices, public schools, policy implementation, education technology funding, driver education, driver's ed, driving school, motorcycle safety, traffic safety, vulnerable road users, pedestrian safety, bicycle safety, cyclist, bike lane, micromobility, scooter, moped, motorcycle training, DWI prevention

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• Larisa Ortega leads the Chicano Youth Leadership Project, advancing educational equity and civic empowerment
• Right now in California, we just have a pilot program.
• We literally only have a pilot program, the farm-to-school program that was started a few years ago.
• sustainable practices, participating in voluntary water-sharing agreements, improved irrigation projects
• In the 1970s, Ruth Bader Ginsburg became a co-founder of the Women's Rights Project at the American Civil

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then held its Latino Spirit Awards ceremony. Members adopted House Resolution 16, proclaiming May 4–11, 2025 as Cinco de Mayo Week, after supportive remarks from several caucuses emphasizing Mexican history, women’s contributions, LGBTQ solidarity, Black and Brown unity, and AAPI and Jewish community support. The chamber then recognized 11 Latino Spirit honorees for achievements in human rights, business, arts, public service, community empowerment, health and science, environmental justice, philanthropy, and entertainment. After the ceremony, the Assembly returned to floor business and approved a series of measures. AB 60, banning synthetic nitro musks in cosmetics and personal care products, passed 56–3. AJR 6, urging Congress to protect federal school meal and local food funding, drew extensive debate and broad bipartisan support; members cited child hunger, farm economies, and local food systems, and it passed 76–0 with 73 coauthors added. Other measures adopted included AB 679 on state park land acquisitions, AB 681 expanding Dream Loan Program caps for undocumented graduate students, AB 1224 on substitute teacher continuity, AB 831 on gaming technical changes, AB 259 extending Brown Act teleconferencing flexibility, AB 467 extending Los Angeles Neighborhood Council teleconferencing authority, and AB 519 targeting deceptive puppy mill sales. The chamber also passed AB 1522, an urgency Judiciary Committee bill protecting attorneys from politically motivated discipline and creating an expedited licensing path for some former federal attorneys, and AB 263, which extends temporary water flow requirements on the Shasta and Smith Rivers; that bill drew sharp disagreement over water rights, tribal participation, and impacts on farmers, but ultimately passed 51–16. Additional measures approved included AB 428 on pooled insurance for water corporations, AB 492 requiring notice to local jurisdictions when recovery treatment facilities are licensed, and AB 536 preserving colorectal cancer screening coverage. The Assembly also adopted a motion to suspend file notice so Appropriations could hear AB 379 on May 7.

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• our system and not benefit our community by these large projects, 500,000 square foot projects, even
• , projects, 500,000 square foot projects, projects, 500,000 square foot projects, even<00:09:54.560
• and it's been very number of projects and it's been very successful.
• I want to add it to my pilot<00:17:45.360> paper. pilot paper. pilot paper.
• necessary for obtaining a project necessary for obtaining a building<00:47:08.560> permit.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• <02:48:10.240> sites project in California in decades. sites project in California in decades
• By the way, the initial projection was this thing was going to be done in 2020.
• By the way, the initial projection was this thing was going to be done in 2020.
• By the way, the initial projection was this thing was going to be done in 2020.
• By the way, the initial projection was this thing was going to be done in 2020.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, June 6, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• What are our projects for FY27? Like I said, we're not asking for any budget increase.
• Actually, our projects. I think this is the most important thing to look at.
• We're setting aside $650,000 for agricultural conservation projects.
• We have to bid the project. We have to make sure those vendors are good in quality.
• on the history As Senator Pugh said, we will in 2027 be looking at teacher forward apprenticeship pilot

Keywords: 914, all

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• the pilot.
• Gary and I were the starters of this project.
• Um, but as far as the pilot program is concerned, that's probably a five-year project.
• Um I asked them does do we project.
• > a<02:23:59.359> five-year<02:24:00.160> project.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Project, and all the technology that the Human Connectome Project relied on was developed at the state
• Project, and all the technology that the Human Connectome Project relied on was developed at the state
• /c><00:42:36.520> uh that the human connecton project uh uh that the human connecton project uh
• <00:53:47.640> was be most helpful um that project was be most helpful um that project was
• How long were these projects intended to run? They're five-year projects. Thank you.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• recommendation to um keep pilot recommendation to um keep pilot agreements<01:33:12.800> in
• So, nothing is changing with the pilot law. So, pilots would continue to be permissible.
• No, there will be pilots allowed after this, after '28. Yes, pilots are still allowed.
• pilots wouldn't be allowed after 2028. pilots wouldn't be allowed after 2028.
• Yes, pilots are still allowed. 28. Yes, pilots are still allowed.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee held a work session on HB 302, which would add precious metals and digital assets as potential investment options. State Treasurer Monica Misipelli said she took no position on the bill and did not see an immediate fiscal impact or operational problem, but explained that the state’s operating funds and rainy day fund require liquidity and stability, so they would not be suitable for volatile assets like precious metals or digital assets. She said the only funds that might potentially use such investments would be certain trust funds held in perpetuity, which are managed by an outside investment advisor under a contract and investment policy. Members asked about the treasurer’s current investment practices, including the types of funds managed, the role and discretion of the investment advisor, the state’s risk profile, and whether the bill would affect existing authority. Misipelli said the office follows RSA 11 and related statutes, with different objectives ranging from conservative to aggressive depending on the fund, and that the advisor meets with the office regularly, with formal performance reviews on a quarterly basis. She also said the office recently centralized management of about 40 trust accounts totaling roughly $60 million into five combined portfolios under a five-year contract with an RFP-selected vendor. When asked whether precious metals or digital assets are already indirectly available through mutual funds, she said that was possible for some mutual funds, but she was not certain about digital assets. Representative Ammon, the bill’s sponsor, said similar legislation had passed the Oklahoma House, the Texas House and Senate, and had advanced in Arizona. He argued the bill was intended to give the treasurer more tools to help balance portfolios and hedge inflation, noting concerns about federal debt and inflation. No vote was taken in the excerpt, and the chair ended the questioning after thanking the treasurer and asking her to remain available in case further questions arose.

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• like the Berkshire Wind Farm, Cotton Solar Field, and 50 megawatts, Projects like the Berkshire Wind
• Section 2 imposed a uniquely burdensome DPU review standard for EMWIC projects, requiring evaluation
• This unequal treatment would delay project approvals and undermine local decision-making.
• A Navigant also buried the unfavorable results for the Worcester National Grid smart meter pilot.
• the project further impacted the public.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on a range of energy, utility, broadband, and municipal infrastructure bills. Representative Powell supported H 3466, which would create a task force to study public ownership of utilities and alternatives to investor-owned electric and gas systems. Representative Therber supported H 3574, which would use RGGI funds to reimburse cities and towns affected by power plant decommissioning, citing lost jobs, tax revenue, and service cuts in communities such as Somerset, Plymouth, Salem, and Everett. Several witnesses from municipal light plants and related organizations testified in support of mutual aid bills, including H 3486/S 2252 and H 3330/S 2277, saying the measures would clarify protections and liability coverage for MLP workers assisting in emergencies and non-emergency work. Jim Leiden of EMWIC opposed H 3514/S 2295, saying the proposed board and governance changes would reduce local control, add burdens, and weaken confidentiality protections. A committee member asked whether the mutual aid bills had been reviewed for municipal impacts, and the witnesses said they had done due diligence. The committee also heard extensive testimony on H 3551/S 2306, the smart meter opt-out bills. Supporters argued that smart meters emit harmful wireless radiation, that some residents have developed health problems or electromagnetic sensitivity, and that opt-outs should be available without fees or penalties; several witnesses urged notification, consent, and non-transmitting analog meter options. The committee also heard testimony from municipal officials and the Massachusetts Municipal Association in support of H 3462/S 2250, which would strengthen municipal authority to enforce timely removal of double utility poles, citing safety, accessibility, and construction-delay concerns. Derek Leffert of Gateway Fiber opposed H 3450, saying it would improperly shift broadband deployment costs to competitors. At the end of testimony, the chair closed the hearing by motion and vote, with members voting aye and no opposition recorded.

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• So again, the construction projects.
• So this is a viability for projects.
• establishes the Ibegan research pilot establishes the Ibegan research pilot program<03:18:15.040
• <03:29:45.680> 95% projects disconnected from demand. 95% projects disconnected from demand
• different 10-year projects. different 10-year projects.

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The House convened, took roll, and approved the journal of Wednesday, May 6, 2026, as corrected. Members then made several announcements, including committee meeting notices, a Colorado Farm Bureau burger bash, recognition of Nurses Week, Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and a commendation honoring former legislator Dorothy Rupert for her public service and advocacy. The chamber also heard a report that Rep. Flynnel had helped save a life by calling 911 when she witnessed a medical emergency near the Capitol. Committee reports were received from Appropriations and Business Affairs and Labor, and the majority leader moved a slate of bills to special order for May 7. The House then proceeded to special orders and considered House Bill 1433, which would allow the firefighter behavioral health trust to receive gifts, grants, and donations to sustain services for firefighters dealing with trauma. Supporters described the program as essential for first responders, and the bill passed. The chamber next considered House Bill 1429 on consolidating administration of public assistance programs. Supporters said it would stabilize the safety net, reduce error rates, and create a transition plan involving counties, state departments, and frontline workers; the appropriations report and the bill both passed. House Bill 1416, which transfers money from the Universal High School Scholarship Cash Fund to support small businesses and the Colorado Small Business Development Center, also passed as amended after debate over the use of the scholarship fund and its prior implementation challenges. Opponents argued the money should remain with students, while supporters said the fund had already distributed most of its original allocation and the transfer would help small businesses without creating a new program.

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• <00:43:04.520> rental project-based rental project-based rental assistance<00:43:06.880> um
• HUD financed project-based HUD financed project-based um<00:43:33.000> uh<00:43:33.119>
• > us developer has brought a project to us developer has brought a project to us that's<01:07:
• expend in order to build the project expend in order to build the project before<01:07:45.119>
• The local jurisdictions, um, uh, select projects for their funding.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• projects more efficient.
• projects, more efficient.
• process for housing projects.
• So we're drinking water projects and wastewater projects.
• This project includes culvert replacements, waterway project engineering, and permitting.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing focused on the Healey-Driscoll administration’s Mass Ready Act, a $3 billion environmental bond bill. Administration officials said the bill would fund climate resilience, clean water, land conservation, parks, PFAS remediation, food security infrastructure, and coastal and inland flood protection, while also streamlining permitting for housing, restoration, and other resilience projects. They emphasized that the bond authorizes spending but does not itself obligate it, and said the proposal includes deauthorizations as housekeeping. Committee members asked about the new Resilience Revolving Fund, flood and drought management, MVP funding, land acquisition, Chapter 61 right-of-first-refusal changes, salt marsh carbon sequestration, and how the bill would help smaller municipalities and offset expected federal funding losses. Officials said the revolving fund would be managed through EEA and the Clean Water Trust, with criteria aimed at directing aid to communities most in need, and noted that drought issues would continue to be handled through existing DEP and drought commission tools. Several committee members and witnesses discussed specific policy provisions, including flood disclosure requirements for homebuyers and renters, expanded authority for regional planning and small-town access to grants, and permitting reforms that would exempt or expedite certain environmental restoration and priority housing projects from more time-consuming review processes. Administration witnesses defended the reforms as a way to achieve the same environmental outcomes faster and with more certainty, while some advocates argued the bill should go further, especially on Chapter 91 and restoration permitting. The administration also described investments in DCR facilities, water and wastewater systems, open space, agricultural easements, and a new focus on blue carbon and salt marsh restoration. Public testimony largely supported the bill. Mass Audubon, the Trustees of Reservations, the Environmental League of Massachusetts, The Nature Conservancy, MAPC, the Massachusetts Municipal Association, municipal officials, and others praised the bill’s resilience, conservation, and water infrastructure investments. Some witnesses urged additional funding for land protection, coastal resilience, buyouts, and restoration, and several called for stronger or simpler permitting reforms. Municipal witnesses from Boston, Beckett, Beverly, Conway, and regional planning organizations stressed the need for flexible financing, especially for small and rural communities facing costly infrastructure and climate adaptation projects. No votes were taken during the portion of the hearing provided; the committee heard testimony and asked questions before moving on to additional panels.

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• To be clear, these lines projects that are mandated by federal, projects that are mandated by federal
• GU GUIC projects undergo on around it.
• So if costs are lower than projected, ratepayers do have some savings, but if costs are higher than projected
• So if costs are lower than projected, ratepayers do have some savings, but if costs are higher than projected
• in and the vast majority of our projects in and the vast majority of our projects in Minnesota<01

Bills: HF3830, HF3688

Keywords: utilities, rate cases, cost recovery, reporting requirements, gas infrastructure, 1183, house

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• These guys were some of the bravest pilots in Vietnam, and we'll show you what he flew.
• And then in the other photo, you see a handsome pilot right here. Listen to this guy's story.
• Now she does a whole number of projects.
• That's how I felt about stopping the Holman Project. That's how I feel. I love our state.
• pursuant to the Water Project Finance Act, allowing the New Mexico Finance Authority to fund water projects

Keywords: 996, all