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• : lines 4A, 4B, 16, 21A, 45, 60A, 67, 72, 74, 74, 76, 93, 123, 12.
• Lines 74, 76, 93, 123, 123, 124, 131, 135A, 136, 136, 136A, 150, 150, 154, 221, and 232.
• will be bumped: lines 11, lines 20, 21, 21B.
• Senator Brodeur, that completes our suggested lines to be bumped to the next level.
• The Senate concurs with the House on the lines to bump as you specify.

Summary: The Conference Committee on State Administration, Budget, and Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Appropriations met to resolve outstanding differences between the House and Senate on the budget, proviso, back of the bill, projects, and implementing bill. Senator Brodeur presented the Senate’s remaining offers, and the House responded by agreeing to many items while specifying numerous lines to be “bumped” for further consideration. The committee also agreed to bump the conforming bills HB 5203E, HB 5207E, and SB 2508E in their entirety. The House and Senate then confirmed the lists of lines to be bumped on the budget, proviso, and implementing bill offers, indicating that the remaining disputed items would move to the next level. After the Senate concurred with the House’s proposed bumps, the chair noted that the committee’s work was complete. A motion was made and adopted to allow staff to make technical conforming adjustments related to the bump process. There was no public comment. Representative Hodgers moved to adjourn, and the committee adjourned.

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• So these are not new lines. These are not greenfield lines. We're not constructing a new line.
• we would inspect our lines as we do. we would inspect our lines as we do.
• <02:57:18.319> Note on lines page two lines 33 to 35.
• Note on lines page two lines 33 to 35.
• line 15. line 15.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• <01:11:51.679> 21 the bottom of that page on lines 21 the bottom of that page on lines 21
• Um, I too was questioning the amendment of lines 4 deleting entirely lines 5 through 19.
• And if you go down on page 2, or line 12, page seven, you'll see a line item not one K8 school.
• And if you go down on page tw or line And if you go down on page tw or line 12,<01:24:19.040>
• <01:58:16.880> five line five line five >> thank<01:58:18.560> you<01:58:18.880><

Keywords: 916, all

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• And then strike entirely line seven through line 12.
• Line 16 through 21.
• Line 16 through 21. that out. Line 16 through 21.
• Lines 14 on page one of the bill. Lines 14 through<00:21:43.120> 30.
• Lines 4-6 and 1-8, sorry, on page four are lines.

Keywords: 916, all

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• like most lines come.
• So it's still the utilities that are assigned the lines, building the lines.
• not individual lines like most lines<00:55:35.680> come<00:55:36.520> but<00:55:36.799
• that are that are assigned the lines that are that are assigned the lines building<00:57:24.359>
• But these lines are so important.

Bills: HF75

Keywords: HF75, earned incentive release credit, earned incentive credits, revocation, revocable credits, corrections, Minnesota Department of Corrections, prison discipline, incarcerated persons, inmate misconduct, facility rules, sentence reduction, supervised release, Minnesota Rehabilitation and Reinvestment Act, public safety, rehabilitation, prison credits, executed sentence, 1183, house

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• that so they could apply for the line that so they could apply for the line extension program<00
• happening in those counties the red line happening in those counties the red line is<01:15:17.800
• Counties have the shallowest trend line Counties have the shallowest trend line and<01:26:57.840
• As you can see from the trend lines, there is a noticeably higher rate than the national trend line for
• instead of just a suicide line.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• BPS will go to the phone line.
• BPS will go to the phone line. Anyone in Vegas? BPS will go to the phone line. Thank you, Chair.
• BPS, is there anyone on the phone line?
• We’ll go to the phone lines for support for AB 226. Thank you, Chair.
• Seeing no one in Vegas, is there anyone on the phone line in neutral?

Keywords: 909, all

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• Moving next to line 11.
• Moving next to line 170.
• So, now going to page six, line 254. So, now going to page six, line 254.
• Moving next to line 285.
• So, specific to line 137, uh line 135.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Replace lines 128 through 129 on page five with the following: Officer supervision and within the line
• <00:12:15.680> and supervision and within the line and supervision and within the line and
• line on page six I'm sorry page six line line on page six I'm sorry page six line 157 The only change
• The defendant on line 157 and 158.
• And then on line um line four submit.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Broadcasting, please open the lines.
• Broadcasting, please open the lines.
• Broadcasting, please open the lines.
• Broadcasting, will you open the lines, please? The public line is open and working.
• Broadcasting, will you open the lines, please? The public line is open and working.

Bills: AB58, AB275, SB46, SB457, SB465, AB320, AB344, AB381, AB541

Keywords: Nevada gaming, gaming regulation, sports pool, race book, interactive gaming, slot machines, restricted license, Gaming Control Board, Gaming Commission, game approval, administrative approval, service provider, cash access, wagering instruments, global risk management, information service, sports wagering, pari-mutuel wagering, casino regulation, gaming license

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• of public that Public Safety fund line of public that Public Safety fund line item<03:52:00.960>
• What line are you talking to?
• So changing this in both the lines that I have got here, line five and line eight, I believe it is, to
• So changing this in both the lines that I have got here, line five and line eight, I believe it is, to
• So changing this in both the lines that I have got here, line five and line eight, I believe it is, to

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The primary residence credit must be listed as a separate line item, and then also as a separate line
• in May and, smooth line, getting the information to us is we do verify those lines in May and June back
• Each one of those lines on a spreadsheet is a section, township, and range of a certain line of pipe.
• And so putting that one line item on the property tax statement, you should put the whole line item on
• From the programming standpoint, would it be beneficial to have two discount lines, one discount line

Summary: The subcommittee of the Tax Reform and Relief Committee met to begin its study of the feasibility and desirability of revising the content of the real estate tax statement to improve property tax transparency. Legislative Council staff reviewed the study directive under House Bill 1176 and the statutory requirements for tax statements, including required line items such as true and full value, mill levy, legislative tax relief, primary residence credit, and the Legacy Fund portion of that credit. The Tax Department then explained how the current uniform statement is prescribed and approved, and noted that changes are typically driven by statute and implemented collaboratively with counties and vendors. County officials from the North Dakota Association of Counties described the full annual tax cycle, from county budgeting and valuation notices to budget hearing notices, levy certification, cap calculations, and final tax statement mailing. They emphasized that counties and auditors do extensive coordination with taxing districts and neighboring counties, and that the process is labor-intensive and often manual. Members discussed the limited public response to budget notices and tax statements, the difficulty of explaining the legislative tax relief line, the 3% cap and valuation issues, and whether more frequent assessments or different timing would improve understanding. Several members and witnesses noted that many taxpayers only engage when they receive their final bill, and that clarity may be more important than adding more detail. NDACO also presented a rough cost survey from eight counties, estimating an average tax statement cost of about 74 cents and a statewide total near $600,000 for printing and mailing tax statements alone, with outsourcing generally cheaper than in-house printing. Witnesses noted that House Bill 1176 added other mailings and notices, increasing county workload and cost beyond the statement itself. The committee then heard from software vendors, who explained how their systems handle tax billing, budget notices, valuation notices, primary residence credit processing, and tax levy calculations, and they identified the 1600/1685 primary residence credit and discount interaction as a current programming challenge. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational and focused on gathering testimony and identifying issues for possible future recommendations or bill drafts.

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• amendment beginning on line amendment beginning on line 1.5.<00:41:14.880> Members,<00:41
• on page 11 after amendment uh on line on page 11 after line<00:46:25.599> two.
• line two. line two.
• Senator Port on line 1.20 it refers to Senator Port on line 1.20 it refers to the<01:05:06.160> big
• > 1.14<01:07:00.480> and Stangle, on lines uh 1.14 and Stangle, on lines uh 1.14 and 1.15

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• That is line number is that<00:41:58.480> line<00:41:58.720> number<00:41:58.960> 81
• It would be additional lines. That is an additional after line 10.
• It would be additional lines. That Okay. It would be additional lines.
• With the additional three items that we've added to the bottom line on line...
• So again it's on page<01:08:25.920> six<01:08:26.319> line page six line page six line

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on proposed improvements to the State Police gun range and related Public Works estimates. Department of Safety Commissioner Robert Quinn and Major Brendan Davy explained that the range is used for realistic, scenario-based training that includes vehicle work, movement, cover, elevation, and stress inoculation, and that it also supports requalification and special unit training for state, local, and federal partners. They said the current facility lacks running water, continuous power, and permanent restrooms, and that the PSTC range cannot accommodate rifles because its backstop is handgun-caliber only. Public Works Director Theodore Copper said the project estimate is $2.3 million, including $1.5 million for the building and site work plus soft costs, inflation, and design fees; he described the proposed building as basic, with office space, classrooms, restrooms, and HVAC. Committee members asked about the cost and scope, and Copper provided a breakdown of the estimate. The committee also heard from Commissioner Edelblute and Milford School District Superintendent Christy Misho regarding career and technical education capital funding. Edelblute urged the committee to include $10 million for the Milford CTE project, saying the district had reduced the scope after a prior bond vote and that the project would support high-demand workforce programs. Misho said Milford’s initial bond vote received 42 percent and the revised proposal received 56 percent, short of the 60 percent needed, but that the community still supports the project; she said the district plans to move forward with a CTE-only ballot and a smaller local bond. Committee members expressed concern about holding state funds for a project that has not yet won local approval, but said the request would be taken under advisement. In work session action, the committee corrected a prior vote on the Market Street Marine Terminal warehouse removal and office replacement project, increasing the appropriation by $353,300 to $1,973,300 and raising the agency subtotal to $4,155,300. The committee also accepted a motion to add $1.8 million for the community college system, including $1.3 million for critical maintenance and $500,000 for an energy management system. The committee then discussed a Fish and Game request for a $350,000 backhoe, with members debating whether it should be funded with general funds or other funds and whether the cost was excessive; no final objection was recorded in the portion provided. Later discussion also referenced the new parking garage project, with staff saying it is expected to be operational in March 2026 and fully completed by May or June 2026, with 409 spaces and a mix of assigned and open parking.

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• if we are going to reduce it to a line if we are going to reduce it to a line on<00:25:15.279>
• I suggested a committee amendment for line 11. Would the committee be open to amending line 11? No.
• I suggested a committee amendment for line 11. Would the committee be open to amending line 11? No.
• So, um, in your amendment, starting on line 7 through 8, the unfunded financial impact on the school
• Um, that's in line with current practice.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Okay, and along those same lines, so in lines 242 to 243, we talk about those who are formerly incarcerated
• I'm sorry, what line was that again, please?" “I’m sorry, what line was that again, please?
• In line 986, it’s...”
• What line are you on, Senator, please? I'm in the area of lines 394 to 400.
• If you're on lines 423 through 426...

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.

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• Um, so the relevant change begins on page two, line 21, and provides that the commissioner must make
• 21 and provides that uh on page two line 21 and provides that uh the<00:08:18.080> commissioner
• <00:46:00.760> 2.22 general fund so starting on line 2.22 general fund so starting on line
• <00:48:04.119> 4.37 regardless if you'll see on lines 4.37 regardless if you'll see on lines
• to have the space available and the line to have the space available and the line of<00:53:47.680

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And then, if you look on page two, you'll see that proportionally each dollar amount in those lines in
• It lines out all If you look at the amendment, it's very simple.
• , wastewater lines, stormwater conveyance, motor rail lines.
• But, you know, it's a line of credit to get the program in place.
• You know, it's a line of credit to get the program in place.

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The committee met to work on three remaining policy bills. On HB 2225, members discussed an amendment reducing the Strategic Investment and Improvements Fund housing grant program from $50 million to $30 million, lowering the maximum grant amount, and clarifying that existing lots can qualify after a certificate of occupancy is issued so the program can help communities like Watford City and Williston use prepared lots. Members also discussed the matching requirements, tribal eligibility, and how Commerce would score applications to ensure the money lowers lot costs rather than being absorbed by political subdivisions. The amendment and the bill as amended both passed 22-0, and Representative Murphy was assigned to carry the bill. The committee then took up SB 2200, which funds the 988 crisis hotline. After discussion, members agreed to strip out the proposed phone-line charge approach and instead provide a $500,000 appropriation from the Community Health Care Trust Fund, consistent with the Senate version, to supplement existing funding for increased staffing and texting-related demand. The amendment and the bill as amended both passed 22-0, and Representative Nelson will carry the bill. Finally, the committee considered SB 2342, which creates a value-added milk processing facility incentive program. The amendment reduced the proposed line of credit from $10 million to $5 million, with the program intended to support dairy-related processing infrastructure such as utilities, roads, water, wastewater, and rail access. Members noted the program would be administered through the Agriculture Diversification and Development Committee, could potentially support one or multiple facilities, and sunsets June 30, 2027. The amendment and the bill as amended both passed 22-0, and Representative Brandenburg will carry the bill. The committee then adjourned, planning to reconvene the next morning to take up additional bills and budget adjustments.

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• I want to talk about lines 176 through 179.
• The language on lines 580 to 582...
• I'm going to go on to lines 653 to 655.
• This is in Section 10, line 374.
• This is in Section 10, line 374.

Summary: The committee first took up PCS for HB 1503, which would require general education courses that use technology to provide students opportunities to build digital literacy, including instruction on applications of artificial intelligence and related topics such as software engineering, computer networks, database systems, and cybersecurity as applicable to the course. It would also require high school computer science courses offered by school districts to include instruction on AI. There was no public testimony or debate, and the bill was reported favorably on a unanimous roll call vote. The committee then considered PCS for HB 1279, an education bill that the sponsor said was intended to improve consistency, oversight, and transparency while putting Florida students first. The bill drew extensive questioning and opposition over provisions affecting university admissions and funding, including a 95% Florida-resident first-time-in-college enrollment target tied to preeminent funding, a cap on nonresident students from any one country, standardized GPA weighting, limits on institution-wide graduation requirements, and changes related to accreditation references and other education programs. The sponsor argued these changes would open more seats for Florida students, preserve academic rigor, and align statutes with existing regulations and court action, while opponents said the bill would harm university competitiveness, research, revenue, faculty recruitment, and access for international and nontraditional students. Public testimony on HB 1279 was largely opposed. Speakers included a student advocate, a dental hygiene representative concerned about dual regulation of expanded-function dental programs, and faculty representatives from FSU and FAMU who warned the bill would politicize admissions and curriculum, reduce competitiveness, and create negative fiscal impacts. During debate, supporters emphasized taxpayer investment in Florida students and the need to prioritize in-state applicants, while opponents argued the bill would weaken the state university system and undermine its national standing. The committee reported PCS for HB 1279 favorably by a 12-5 vote.

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• PRESIDENT IT LEADS ME TO LINE 2960, 298.
• >> Senator Gaetz: WHAT LINE?
• >> Senator Gaetz: WHAT LINE PLEASE?
• THAT IS LINE 490.
• BUT IT SEEMS WITH THAT LINE, IT SAYS THAT YOU CAN'T, AND IT LOOKS LIKE SEEMS WITH THAT LINE, IT SAYS

Keywords: 999, senate, all