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• they help us uh with our food service they help us uh with our food service certification<01:09:
• Cloud, Mankato, Duluth.
• Cloud, Mankato, Duluth.
• Cloud, Mankato, Duluth.
• Cloud, Mankato, Duluth.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Cloud for a potential sixth campus.
• for potential six campus um to St Cloud for potential six campus um each<00:03:40.519> of<00:
• <00:49:26.240> our make those products and services our make those products and services our
• of Minnesotans and continues to grow in service of Minnesotans.
• of Minnesotans and continues to grow in service of Minnesotans.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee met and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The chair noted that agency overviews from the Office of Higher Education and other state agencies were not available, so the committee proceeded with University of Minnesota presentations instead. The committee also reviewed posted committee rules. University of Minnesota representatives gave an overview of the university’s research enterprise, describing it as a system of five campuses with a possible expansion to St. Cloud, and highlighting research strengths across campuses in agriculture, energy, natural resources, health, and the Twin Cities flagship campus. They said the university has more than $1.3 billion in annual research expenditures, receives most of its research funding from federal sources, and is ranked highly for both overall research and interdisciplinary research. Examples discussed included the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, the Forever Green initiative, and research tied to sustainable crops, health, and commercialization. Members asked questions about specific research areas, including biodegradable or renewable plastics, wheat research, food dyes, health and environmental toxins, and the market for winter camelina and winter pennycress. University staff said they could follow up with more detailed information and explained that the winter crop work is intended to become market-driven over time, while also improving soil health and creating new revenue streams for farmers. They also clarified that the university’s federal research funding includes money from NIH, NSF, DOE, DOD, and other agencies, and that the “other” funding category includes foundations, subawards, and internal university seed funding. The committee then heard a second University of Minnesota presentation focused on partnerships, commercialization, and workforce development. Testimony highlighted collaborations with industry and government partners such as U.S. Steel, 3M, Medtronic, Cisco, and defense-related industry leaders, as well as programs supporting microelectronics, AI, cybersecurity, and sustainable aviation fuels. No formal votes were taken beyond approving the minutes, and the committee ended the segment by moving on to the next testifier.

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• So also on the technical Side, we have in collaboration with Omezinalized a dynamic Google cloud platform

Keywords: 914, all

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• Tomorrow morning clouds give way to afternoon sunshine 80 to 85 degrees.

Keywords: nominations, William Kimmett, Kenneth Keyes, Commerce Department, Tax Policy, economic agenda, trade, tax cuts, public testimony

Summary: This meeting of the committee was centered around the consideration of nominations for two key positions: William Kimmett as Undersecretary of Commerce for International Trade and Kenneth Keyes as Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy at the Treasury Department. Members were given the opportunity to provide remarks on the nominees, with discussions revealing contrasting views on their potential impact on U.S. economic policy. While some members expressed support for the nominees, highlighting their qualifications and expertise, others voiced strong opposition, arguing that their confirmation would further a harmful economic agenda that favors billionaires over average Americans. Senator Wyden, the ranking member, emphasized concerns about trade chaos and the detrimental effects on workers and businesses across the country.

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• Um and services are performed by Jbar.
• . services. services.
• it is decreased in in in its services it is decreased in in in its services that<01:41:22.400>
• your service. your service.
• performing some of these legal services performing some of these legal services too?

Keywords: Appropriations - Room 409, 22 January, 2026; 1:30 P.M., 925, all

Summary: The committee first heard from the Mississippi Auctioneer Commission, which requested level funding. PJ Lindsay reported the agency granted 29 new auctioneer applications and 9 new firm applications, received 3 complaints, resolved 1, signed 1 consent order, and issued 1 suspension. Members questioned the commission about its cash balance, reserve levels, and a large variance between prior spending and the FY26 request; staff explained the difference was tied to technology and contractual costs, including planned computer system updates and out-of-state conference travel for board members. The commission also noted that auctioneering oversight is important because an estimated $4.5 billion will flow through Mississippi escrow accounts in 2025. The Board of Optometry then presented its budget and organizational changes. Board leaders said the board had transitioned away from a state employee model to a management company arrangement with JBAR/Cornerstone, which they said saved about $43,000 and improved service and efficiency. They described the creation of a licensing database and a new back-end system, and said the board was generally seeking level funding with a small increase for computer equipment tied to the new system. Committee members asked about the impact on PERS contributions, the former employee’s retirement, the board’s cash balance, lease arrangements, and whether licensees had complained; the board said the change required legislative approval, the former employee retired, the cash balance was about $399,900, and service complaints had decreased. The Mississippi Board of Licensure for Engineers and Surveyors reported a busy FY2025, including moving most licensure applications online, accepting supporting documents by email, expanding K-12 and college outreach, hosting student interns, visiting ABET-accredited schools, decoupling the surveyor exam registration process, and awarding about $400,000 in grants to engineering programs. The board said it licenses about 15,000 engineers and surveyors plus 8,500 interns, with most registrants from out of state, and that its fees are among the lowest nationally. For the budget, the board requested level funding overall but also sought a new investigator position, 5% salary progressions, increased travel funding for national meetings and STEM outreach, more contractual money for internships and IT modifications, additional supplies, and restoration of a $600,000 grant program that is funded every other year to support university and community college engineering and surveying programs. The board said its operations are supported by fees and that its cash balance is about $1.6 million.

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• His lifelong commitment to education, service, and faith. Made a lasting impact on many lives.
• From his service on the Galveston City Council to his leadership in real estate and land development,
• in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services referred to the Committee on Human Services HP. 75 by
• Commission officer to inspect general inspection referred to the Committee on Human Services HP 200
• Financial Services.

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• His lifelong commitment to education. service, and faith made a lasting impact on many lives.
• From his service on the Galveston City Council to his leadership in real estate and land development,
• in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services are for the committee on human services hb 75 by Smithy
• Human Services Commission officer to inspect general inspection, refer to the Committee on Human Services
• Services.

Bills: HCR21, HCR22, HCR23, HCR24, HCR25, HCR26, HCR27, HCR31, HCR41, HCR42, HCR43, HCR44, HCR45, HCR52, HCR53, HCR66, HCR67, HCR73, HR8, HR10, HR13, HR20, HR21, HR50, HR59, HR61, HR71, HR74, HR79, HR84, HR86, HR90, HR91, HR102, HR103, HR107, HR113, HR125, HR126, HR132, HR142, HR145, HR149, HR150, HR152, HR167, HR179, HR181, HR183, HR186, HR192, HR196, HR199, HR207, HR211, HR212, HR213, HR216, HR249, HR256, HR259, HR261, HR263, HR272, HR281, HR285, HR294, HR295, HR300, HR305, HR311, HR313, HR315, HR316, HR323, HR331, HR339, HR340, HR346, HR349, HR352, HR357, HR358, HR360, HR363, HR374, HR377, HCR20, HCR28, HCR30, HCR32, HCR49, HR14, HR15, HR19, HR23, HR24, HR25, HR26, HR27, HR29, HR47, HR48, HR55, HR56, HR66, HR85, HR92, HR93, HR95, HR96, HR140, HR155, HR164, HR204, HR241, HR242, HR250, HR253, HR260, HR262, HR265, HR279, HR310, HR312, HR328, HR332, HR359, HR362, HR367

Keywords: recognition, award, petroleum industry, leadership, community service, HCR 22, House Concurrent Resolution, Texas Legislature, commendation, honorary resolution, Dr. James Olson, James Olson, University of Texas Permian Basin, UT Permian Basin, psychology professor, 50 years of service, faculty recognition, academic award, Piper Professor Award, Regents' Outstanding Teaching Award

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• Cloud did, to prevent risk of damage and public safety, which is working for a sufficient time.
• Cloud to Minneapolis, St.
• <00:36:31.760> they services they services they require<00:36:33.800> the<00:36:33.920>
• Our organization provides telecommunication infrastructure services in the St.
• I work for STF Services.

Bills: HF47, HF335

Keywords: telecommunications, installation, certification, safety, underground utilities, HF335, Greater Minnesota, economic development, public infrastructure, grant program, DEED, Department of Employment and Economic Development, business development, infrastructure grants, local government aid, general fund appropriation, rural development, site development, utilities, roads

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• therapy animals or service dogs. therapy animals or service dogs.
• service dog. service dog. >> Further<00:20:09.760> question.
• I'm a service dog. I have I'm busy. me. I'm a service dog. I have I'm busy.
• We didn't go in as service dog.
• What's a service dog? committee members. What's a service dog?

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• ,<00:18:26.640> I In addition to my turkey service, I In addition to my turkey service, I
• 44.960> originally<00:19:45.360> from St. cloud, but I'm originally from St. cloud, but
• <00:31:11.440> to high-tech to professional services to high-tech to professional services
• They pay a service license fee of $40.
• <01:48:34.480> exhibit practices veterary services exhibit practices veterary services exhibit

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• more flexibility when contracting for prescription drug benefits and pharmacy benefit management services
• That original law required MMB to procure pharmacy benefit management services through, uh, what's called
• Cloud to St. Paul, all over the state.
• Cloud<00:49:12.040> to<00:49:12.120> St.
• Cloud to St. Paul, all over the state. Cloud to St. Paul, all over the state.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• . services. services.
• of those services."
• What about those services?" those roads? What about those services?"
• Who whose services do do we government? Who whose services do do we cut?
• . services. services.

Keywords: 916, all

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• Um, let's hear from the Public Service Commission. Can we hear from the Public Service Commission?
• If I may make just quickly four points. the public service commission. the public service commission.
• Can we hear from the public service Can we hear from the public service commission?
• Is anybody here from the public service Is anybody here from the public service commission?
• He's Yeah, the memorial service.

Bills: SF0102, SF0113

Keywords: energy transmission, load growth, Wyoming energy authority, transmission planning study, public utilities, regional cooperation, hand count audit, ballots, election integrity, transparency, voting system, 916, all

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• For accessibility, we're pleased to offer ASL interpretation and CART services today.
• For accessibility, we're pleased to offer ASL interpretation and CART services today.
• And so that's a new program within the career services. It's a demonstration grant.
• So when I met William, he had expressed interest in working with public and retail services.
• However, He expressed interest in working with public and retail services.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Massachusetts Permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities hosted “Strength and Support,” a networking and resource-sharing event focused on employment for youth and young adults with disabilities, with ASL interpretation, CART, recording, and livestreaming provided. The panel featured self-advocates, job coaches, and employment support staff who shared personal employment stories, including internships and career services through MassAbility, community advocate work at an independent living program, advocacy and podcasting, supported employment in retail and food service, and examples of successful placements through job coaching and clubhouse programs. A major theme throughout the discussion was the barriers people with disabilities face in finding and keeping work, especially repeated rejection, lack of experience, inaccessible hiring and training processes, weak communication, and employers’ assumptions about disability. Panelists described the importance of accommodations, flexible scheduling, clear communication, patient supervision, and ongoing job retention support. Several speakers emphasized that networking and in-person connections often helped them secure interviews or jobs when online applications did not. In response to questions about making employment more inclusive and sustainable, panelists recommended person-centered support, accessible applications and onboarding, opportunities to gain experience through internships and fellowships, and stronger employer education about the value of job coaches and disabled workers. They also stressed self-advocacy, patience, and taking chances on people. The event ended with audience Q&A and closing thanks to the speakers, interpreters, tech staff, and attendees.

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• They will act without restraint, bigoted, and wrapped in clouds of their conceit.
• Senator Gerardine Thompson, whose legacy of service and leadership continues to inspire us all.
• May your Founders' Day be filled with pride, purpose, and continued service.
• On November 3, 2025, AHCA submitted the application to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
• I'm happy to share ...to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and several introductions, including recognition of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s Founders’ Day and a visiting debate student. The chamber then received and adopted, by a 39-0 vote, a committee report confirming 52 gubernatorial executive appointments to various state, regional, and local boards and commissions. The first major bill was SB 250 on rural communities, described as a broad “Rural Renaissance” package. Sponsor Senator Simon outlined provisions creating an Office of Rural Prosperity, a Renaissance Grant Program for counties facing population loss, housing and transportation investments, additional funding for rural education, and rural health care support. Two amendments were adopted to remove overlapping grant language tied to new federal rural health funding and to update hospital funding estimates. Senators from both parties generally supported the bill, though some raised questions about eligibility for certain rural areas and how funds would be accessed. The bill passed 39-0. The Senate then took up CS/SB 318 on educational scholarship programs. Senator Gates said the bill responds to Auditor General findings by separating scholarship funding from public school funding, requiring student identification and enrollment verification, reducing administrative fees for scholarship funding organizations, requiring annual audits, and directing the Department of Education to develop a competitive selection and performance-based business plan for those organizations. Three amendments were adopted, including changes to the stabilization fund and documentation requirements. Senators from both parties debated transparency, accountability, and implementation concerns, with some also urging future attention to declining-enrollment school districts and the quality of scholarship providers. The bill passed 38-0. At the end of the session, the Senate waived rules to immediately certify SB 250 and CS/SB 318 to the House, welcomed Palm Beach County visitors in the gallery, and adjourned until the next scheduled meeting.

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• <01:15:49.040> This shared services to state agencies.
• This shared services to state agencies.
• to AI skills, cloud skills, and cyber<01:16:03.600> skills.
• protective services protective services and<01:18:58.239> that's<01:18:58.480> an<
• Number three, recovery support services, including housing.

Keywords: MS House Floor - 5 March, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then confirmed a quorum, dispensed with the journal reading, and moved into the calendar. Members also introduced several visitors and groups in the galleries, including AFL-CIO representatives, Volunteer Mississippi, the Mississippi Alliance of Nonprofits and Philanthropy, New England College students on a civil rights tour, and other guests and constituents. The chamber then proceeded through a series of motions to reconsider, table, or advance bills on the calendar. On the appropriations calendar, the House passed several Senate bills after adopting strike-off or amendment language. Senate Bill 2896, described as a potential trooper pay raise measure, was amended and passed 128-0. Senate Bill 2898 increased the MIMA disaster assistance trust fund from $20 million to $40 million and passed 128-0, and Senate Bill 2924 authorized spending from that fund and passed 119-0. Other appropriations measures included Senate Bill 2825 on the healthcare industry zone act, Senate Bill 2832 extending a repealer for the short-line railroad tax credit, Senate Bill 2834 on motor vehicle specialty tags, Senate Bill 2835 allowing banks to use third-party vendors to check liens, and Senate Bill 2846 on conduit bonds; each was explained as largely conforming to House language or adding reverse repealers, and each passed overwhelmingly. The Ways and Means calendar included Senate Bill 2850, which removed a reverse repealer and updated the Advantage Jobs Act to align incentives with prior commitments and future tax changes; it passed 119-0. Senate Bill 2873 expanded administrative forfeiture procedures to products on the cigarette and ends registry and passed 117-1. Senate Bill 2882 clarified that tax assessors cannot require settlement statements for homestead exemptions and passed 118-0. Senate Bill 3111, which would exempt up to 10 cases of wine donated annually to nonprofits from alcohol taxes, drew some concern and passed 97-13 after a reverse repealer was added. Senate Bill 316 added energy storage facilities such as batteries to the definition of alternative energy for local ad valorem tax purposes and passed 114-1. Senate Bill 3124 revised the Pregnancy Resource Act to allow individuals as well as businesses to participate in the tax credit, adjust reporting and in-state requirements, and incorporate House language; the transcript cuts off before the final vote on that bill.

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• While Dakota and Ojiu moan the clouds.
• timelines and the um and the service timelines and the um and the service that<00:15:35.360>
• And this bill would community service.
• <00:21:02.880> in Martin Luther King weekend of service in Martin Luther King weekend of service
• Rooted in service, volunteerism, 2015.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Members of the Public Library Service Board. My name is Autumn Zelner.
• You clouded the issue.
• I think it's a >> you clouded the issue.
• work and service." work and service."
• And so cuz we have a statewide services.

Keywords: 924, joint, all

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• Cloud, and they're, you know, in a sort of sense, they're competitors or maybe closer neighbors.
• St. cloud and they're Farmer Y down by St. cloud and they're um<00:42:25.200> you<00:42:25.359
• So the farmer, they could be servicing acres in Iowa or Minnesota or North Dakota and Minnesota.
• the farmer, they could be servicing the farmer, they could be servicing acres<00:46:21.520> in
• At the co-op level, we may be doing testing or providing additional business specialized services.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• The love of history drew me towards public service, where I hope to spend my career.
• <01:16:26.880> cloud<01:16:27.440> at dramatically right now at St. cloud at dramatically
• right now at St. cloud at Bamiji<01:16:28.239> State<01:16:28.960> uh<01:16:29.280>
• loans, the Pell Grants they rely on, the critical programs like Upward Bound and Student Support Services
• Um, nonprofits that are getting money and are we looking at are they actually providing the best services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all