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• Elite Clean Energy is, as you would imagine, a renewable company.
• That's the claim I'm making. And I will absolutely stand by that.
• That's the claim I'm making. And I will absolutely stand. would encourage people to fact-check me.
• That's the claim I'm making, and I will absolutely stand by that.
• Once it passes through the baghouses, the clean flu gas comes out and it'll go up to stack.

Summary: The committee met at the Coteau Freedom Mine in Mercer County, approved the June 2 minutes, and heard an overview of the mine from Coteau Properties president Andrew Hawbaker. He described the Freedom Mine’s production history, customer mix, safety record, reclamation practices, workforce, community involvement, and economic impact. Members asked about how long land stays in production before reclamation, how quickly it returns to agriculture, labor shortages, groundwater impacts, and which skilled trades are hardest to fill. Hawbaker said the mine typically disturbs land for three to five years, reclamation returns much of the land to agricultural use, and the biggest hiring challenges are electricians, welders, mechanics, operators, engineers, and accountants. The committee then heard from Public Service Commission Chairman Randy Christman on coal mining reclamation. He reviewed the history of North Dakota and federal reclamation laws, the PSC’s permitting and inspection authority, bonding requirements, contemporaneous reclamation standards, and how the state handles topsoil, subsoil, drainage, and revegetation. He emphasized that North Dakota’s program is well regarded, with frequent inspections and no corrective-action issues in recent federal reviews. Christman also discussed problems caused by federal coal ownership that can delay mine plans, and he answered questions about reclamation timing, wildlife easements, wind and pipeline reclamation, and whether similar bonding concepts could apply to data centers. In the afternoon, the committee received an update from Lignite Energy Council President and CEO Jonathan Fortner on the lignite industry. He highlighted the industry’s long-term role in providing reliable electricity, jobs, and tax revenue, along with North Dakota’s low electricity rates and strong grid reliability. Fortner discussed severance and conversion tax revenues, federal regulatory changes, litigation over EPA rules, carbon capture, critical minerals, and the potential for large-load customers such as data centers to support new coal generation. He said the industry sees a window of opportunity for growth and expressed support for new large-load development, while noting that diversified energy companies are also pursuing natural gas and other resources. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken beyond approving the minutes and adjourning for the tour.

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• She claims she's taken murderers and rapists off our streets.
• They claim to be the party of the worker.
• ,</c> the rest of the week cooking, cleaning, the rest of the week cooking, cleaning, or<05:24:58.160
• </c><09:11:10.800><c> students</c> You cannot claim to support students You cannot claim to support students
• claims they are<09:15:37.680><c> protecting.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Thank you for cleaning that up, Vice Chair Eoke. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
• Do you know if the Department of Insurance keeps track of these type of claims?
• So maybe I'm not sure how many of these claims that you guys would be aware of.
• So maybe I'm not sure how many of these claims that you guys would be aware of.
• And so they've continued to bring these claims.

Summary: The committee first took up HB 774, which would extend required hearing-aid coverage for certain individuals up to age 26. Representative Boyer said the bill helps young adults maintain access to hearing aids during school and early work years. The Louisiana Academy of Audiology supported the measure, and the committee adopted technical amendments and reported the bill favorably as amended. The committee then heard extensive testimony on HB 702, which would require transportation network companies to provide uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. Representative Landry and supporters argued that current law and court rulings have left injured drivers and passengers without meaningful coverage in some cases, especially for riders who do not own cars and therefore lack personal UM coverage. Insurance agents and legal witnesses said they cannot currently find a product to cover the driver in certain ride-share phases, while Uber representatives opposed the bill, warning it would raise fares and noting that drivers already have optional occupational accident coverage and that passengers’ own UM coverage would generally apply. After debate over costs, coverage gaps, and whether the issue should instead be studied further, the committee voted to voluntarily defer the bill. The committee next considered HB 477, as substituted, which would require coverage for prosthetic and custom orthotic devices and associated services. Representative Ebert and witnesses described the bill as a modernization of existing coverage rules so people with limb loss can obtain more than one medically necessary device, including activity-specific prosthetics. Testimony from amputees and a physical therapist emphasized the impact on mobility, work, sports, and quality of life. The committee adopted the substitute and reported the bill favorably by substitute. The committee also reported HB 76, which updates oral anti-cancer medication parity rules, by adopting amendments that clarify applicability and exempt certain limited-benefit and ERISA self-funded plans. HB 903, which increases the commissioner of insurance’s fine authority, was amended to set higher aggregate caps and then reported favorably. Finally, HB 291, which would prohibit health plans from penalizing hospitals when a member of the care team is out of network, drew support from the sponsor and the Louisiana Hospital Association as a preventative measure against insurer pressure tactics; Louisiana Blue opposed it, citing cost concerns and questioning the need for the bill. The transcript ends during that bill’s hearing, before final action is shown.

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• Now the chairman is quick to claim that we want to choose bureaucracy over veterans.
• And I dispute that claim.
• With their VA disability claims, it resulted in $21 billion in awarded claims to veterans.
• Priorly, we urge greater adherence to the Fully Developed Claim, or FDC, process, which is designed to
• who continue for-profit representation of initial VA claims.

Keywords: veteran services, homelessness, unemployment, VA funding, mental health, congressional oversight, testimonies, American Legion, Dole Act, suicide prevention

Summary: This meeting focused on veteran services, emphasizing the urgent need to address the alarming rate of unemployment and homelessness among veterans. Numerous testimonies were presented detailing the impact of mass furloughs and cutbacks at the VA on personnel, notably veterans who were serving as employees. Various representatives expressed deep concern over how these firings could drastically affect the quality of care available to those who have served the nation. There was a strong call for Congress to bolster funding for existing programs aimed at alleviating veteran homelessness and improving overall care quality, especially in mental health services.

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• If you just look at slide 18, it shows contrary to the Democrats' claims of responsible budgeting that
• 18, it shows contrary to<00:04:48.240><c> the</c><00:04:48.400><c> Democrats</c><00:04:48.960><c> claims
• </c><00:04:49.280><c> of</c><00:04:49.520><c> responsible</c> to the Democrats claims of responsible
• to the Democrats claims of responsible budgeting<00:04:51.040><c> that</c><00:04:51.759><c> in</c><00
• The deficit that they are leaving behind is going to be a mess that we are going to have to be cleaning

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• They will cover up to their own state It's toward the claims act.
• those claims."
• For a general liability claim in almost 35 years.
• had to come together and pay this big claim?"
• That when there's a big claim, it's transparent and it's brought forward.

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• that credit transactions occur within a well-defined, reliable system, one where the benefits being claimed
• The amendment, which, thanks to your wonderful staff, cleans up the language to ensure that both ARC
• The amendment, which thanks to your wonderful staff, the amendment cleans up the language to ensure that

Summary: The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources heard and approved several bills. SB 636 by Sen. Leek would create additional pathways for counties and municipalities to obtain critically eroded beach or area of critical state concern designations, with the sponsor and supporters describing it as a forward-looking beach management approach that could improve access to state and federal funding. Questions focused on whether the bill imposed an unfunded mandate and how it would affect existing designations; the sponsor said it was voluntary and not retroactive. Pepper Uchino of the Florida Shore and Beach Preservation Association supported the proactive concept but stressed that funding remains the central issue. The bill was reported favorably. The committee also considered CS/SB 544 by Sen. Truenow, which transfers the Golf Course Best Management Practices Certification Program from DEP to FDACS. The sponsor said the move would improve continuity and encourage more golf courses to enroll in BMPs, while maintaining existing environmental requirements and enforcement through DEP if problems arise. Senator Smith and an opponent from the Florida Springs Council questioned whether golf courses are truly agricultural and raised concerns about water quality protections and possible tax or land-use implications; supporters from the Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association said the bill does not change taxation or existing nutrient reporting requirements. After a technical amendment, the bill was reported favorably, with Senator Smith voting no. CS/SB 848 by Sen. Truenow, dealing with stormwater treatment and water quality enhancement areas, was also amended and reported favorably. The sponsor said the bill clarifies the difference between permanent, secured water quality credits and stormwater allocations, and the amendment would allow WQEAs to address new stormwater rule requirements until rulemaking is complete and make public-land reviews forward-looking only. A representative of Resource Environmental Solutions supported the measure and said it would help create a reliable market for water quality credits. The committee then approved CS/SB 546 by Vice Chair Mayfield, which strengthens public notice requirements for the sale or exchange of state conservation lands and extends similar notice requirements to water management districts; conservation groups and Sen. Smith supported the bill as a transparency measure. Finally, DEP presented its State Park Amenities Report, estimating nearly $759 million in repair and maintenance needs over 10 years and $1.39 billion in contemplated new construction and development across the state park system. The committee took no further action and adjourned.

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• against them by pressing the claims against them by pressing the green<00:31:00.240><c> button</c><00
• , victims’ compensation claims, and temporary housing as well.
• insurance claims victims compensation claims<00:34:10.879><c> uh</c><00:34:11.000><c> and</c><00:34:
• uh and temporary housing as well claims uh and temporary housing as well and<00:34:13.560><c> we</c>
• Some claim that there is no fiscal impact to taxpayers, but that's not true either.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, the national anthem, leaves of absence, guest introductions, and memorial remarks honoring former Representative Carolyn Gargas of Hollis, who was remembered for her long House service, work on child and family issues, and community involvement. The House then adopted a consent calendar and approved a motion to withdraw House Bill 431, which would have created a commission to review draft rules on minimum standards for public school approval and state academic standards; the motion failed after a roll call vote, so the bill remained in play. The House next took up House Bill 109-FN, relative to false reports to law enforcement. The majority supported the bill as a way to add penalties for knowingly false reports about law enforcement officers, arguing officers deserve protection from false accusations and that the knowingly standard is a high bar. The minority opposed it as duplicative of existing law and warned it could chill legitimate complaints against police. After debate and a division vote, the majority committee report of ought to pass was adopted, 198-173. The House also considered House Bill 218-FN, which would provide victims of crime a free police report. The committee amendment changed the bill so victims would receive a written confirmation that a crime occurred rather than the initial police report, to avoid conflicts with right-to-know law and active-investigation confidentiality. Supporters said the change was a small but important clarification agreed to by law enforcement and domestic violence advocates, while opponents argued the original language was already workable and that the floor amendment was unnecessary. A division vote was requested on the amendment, and the transcript ends during that debate before the final outcome on HB 218 is shown.

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• </c> to clean up some of those discrepancies. to clean up some of those discrepancies.
• </c> taking into account his unique claims taking into account his unique claims history<02:17:31.360
• </c> to pay all the associated claims. to pay all the associated claims.
• </c> claim wouldn't affect your experience. claim wouldn't affect your experience.
• Are you going to pay that claim or not? Are you going to pay that claim or not?

Keywords: 916, all

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• We had to clean up something on the tax lien portion of the bill, and it was referring to the wrong statute
• also added one that allows veterans to choose if they want to use a private service for their initial claim
• also added one that allows veterans to choose if they want to use a private service for their initial claim
• young veterans would get taken advantage of, and that the goal was to address second- and third-order claims
• the bill now allows the veteran to choose if they want to use a private service for their initial claim

Bills: HR310, HR314, HR316, HR317, HR321, HR275, HR276, HR279, HR282, HR286, HR289, HR292, HR295, HR302, HR319, HCR112, HR307, SCR59, SCR61, SCR62, SCR68, SCR69, SCR70, SCR54, SCR55, SCR64, SCR75, HCR79, HCR104, HB75, HB410, HB719, HB750, HB944, HB1098, HB1220, HB1252, HB359, HB210, HB468, HB1117, SB382, HB368, HB552, HB732, HB870, HB1236, SB29, SB42, SB43, SB149, SB208, SB274, SB300, SB312, SB387, SB389, SB401, HR74, HB998, HB901, HR20, HCR65, HCR71, HCR98, HB284, HB306, HB341, HB366, HB393, HB458, HB577, HB603, HB605, HB614, HB625, HB646, HB733, HB752, HB773, HB798, HB911, HB955, HB996, HB1035, HB1069, HB1113, HB1140, HB1180, HB1191, HB1240, HB1255, SB82, SB89, SB97, SB123, SB237, HB36, HB42, HB74, HB119, HB159, HB258, HB259, HB302, HB414, HB459, HB848, HB956, HB1017, HB1028, HB1095, SB217, SB283, SB469

Keywords: oil and gas, orphan wells, inactive wells, shut-in wells, marginal wells, plugging and abandonment, well decommissioning, site remediation, site restoration, Oilfield Site Restoration, OSR program, financial security, bonding, taxpayer liability, public liability, offshore wells, onshore wells, coastal erosion, Department of Conservation and Energy, natural resources

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• PLA Navy and Chinese Coast Guard, is using increasingly aggressive tactics to advance its expansive claims
• Of the MDL, sir, which he claims is his southern boundary now.
• As well as encroachment on partners in the South China Sea with their excessive and illogical claims
• in their nine-dash line claim.
• So to sort of keep this clean, if you will, we're able to leverage the special operations forces within

Keywords: Indo-Pacific Command, U.S. military strategy, China military drills, Taiwan, Philippines, North Korea, defense budget, military modernization

Summary: The meeting focused on significant strategic discussions regarding the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and its military posture in the region. Admiral Paparo and General Brunson were commended for their services, with the Chair noting an alarming shift in the balance of power towards China. Key topics included China's aggressive military drills near Taiwan, the increasing coercion against the Philippines, and the need for the U.S. to reaffirm its commitments to its allies in the region. Concerns were raised regarding China's military modernization and its implications for U.S. forces, alongside discussions on North Korea's threats and its burgeoning nuclear capabilities. The committee emphasized the urgent need for military and defense appropriations to counteract these growing security challenges.

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• exclusively lives in Florida making it a great symbol for those beautiful state uniqueness that can be claimed
• by no other. beautiful state uniqueness that can be claimed by no other. >> Thank you.
• Hammer launched a bizarre crusade against the scrub Jay claiming that because the bird lands and peoples
• and the state as well as the federal government has invested to ensure that all of South Florida has clean
• This bill blocks the future claims despite the 450,000 acres of potentially hazardous, former phosphate

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• </c><00:53:44.079><c> up</c> our organization in trying to clean up our organization in trying to clean
• What is a restitution claim? A lot of those situations from my personal experience.
• What is a restitution claim? A lot of those situations from my personal experience.
• What is a restitution claim? A lot of those situations from my personal experience.
• What is a restitution claim? A needs? What is a restitution claim?

Keywords: 916, all

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• The MTA claims that there is no place for antisemitism in the union, but it has repeatedly disrespected
• The MTA claims that there is no place for anti-Semitism in the union, but it has repeatedly disrespected
• While the MTA claims to value members' views, our concerns fell on deaf ears.
• Further allegations claim the IPC invented over 180 virtual deaths to reach the famine threshold, and
• Further allegations claim the IPC invented over 180 virtual deaths to reach the famine threshold, and

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The commission held a public comment hearing as it continued work toward a November 30 statutory deadline for its final report. The co-chairs reviewed logistics for the hybrid format, two-minute testimony limit, respectful conduct, and the plan to alternate between in-person and virtual speakers. The commission approved the minutes from its previous September 8 meeting by motion and vote, with no nays. Much of the testimony focused on how the commission should define antisemitism, especially whether to adopt the IHRA definition and whether it improperly conflates antisemitism with criticism of Israel or Zionism. Many speakers, including Jewish educators, rabbis, academics, students, and legislators, described personal experiences with antisemitism and urged the commission to address hate while protecting free speech, academic freedom, and the ability to criticize Israeli government policy. Several called for the commission to reject or narrow the IHRA definition and instead consider the Jerusalem Declaration or other frameworks that distinguish antisemitism from anti-Zionism. Others emphasized that antisemitism should be addressed alongside racism, Islamophobia, white nationalism, and other forms of bias, and some urged broader anti-bias training in schools. A smaller number of speakers supported stronger action against antisemitism in schools and public institutions, including concerns about antisemitic materials in education and about organizations or events they viewed as promoting hate. A recurring theme was the conflict in Gaza and its impact on the debate: some speakers condemned Israel’s military actions as genocide, apartheid, or colonialism and said criticism of those actions should not be treated as antisemitic, while others defended Israel, rejected genocide claims, and argued that anti-Israel activism can fuel antisemitism. Several speakers also raised concerns about campus discipline, union materials, and state facility rentals, and one speaker asked that state resources not be used by groups they viewed as inciting hate. No additional votes or formal actions were taken beyond approving the prior minutes and hearing public testimony.

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• </c><00:11:10.480><c> Water</c> in 2008 voters passed the Clean Water in 2008 voters passed the Clean
• The amendment created four dedicated funds: Outdoor Heritage, Clean Water, Parks and Trails, and Arts
• The district claims<00:47:52.480><c> with</c><00:47:52.720><c> project</c><00:47:53.040><c> money</c>
• that they have claims with project money that they have 508<00:47:54.319><c> foot</c><00:47:54.720><
• Even attendance to claim public support.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• We also delivered our state's 2024 comprehensive financial report with an unmodified clean opinion from
• </c><00:02:45.360><c> opinion</c><00:02:45.680><c> from</c><00:02:45.879><c> the</c> unmodified clean
• opinion from the unmodified clean opinion from the OA<00:02:47.840><c> we</c><00:02:47.959><c> work<
• </c><01:10:43.440><c> happened</c> harms that you just claimed happened harms that you just claimed happened
• </c><01:21:58.400><c> for</c> submit false claims for submit false claims for reimbursement<01:22:00.440

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• They can raise a self-defense claim in court. President Raynor. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
• The Senate version cleaned up a piece.
• My grandmother, Ella May, cleaned homes for white families and helped raise their kids.
• Representative Kennedy and I cleaned out homes together after hurricanes. Rep.
• Members, the claims bill.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a quorum call, approval of the journal, and adoption of the special order calendar. The chamber then took up several Senate bills on special order, with members offering questions and debate before final votes. The first major measure, CS/SB 156, the Officer Jason Rayner Act, would reclassify certain offenses against law enforcement officers and add manslaughter of an officer to the life-sentence reclassification statute. Supporters said it honored Officer Rayner and clarified that resistance to officers with violence is unlawful; opponents argued it reduced judicial discretion and could sweep in unintended cases. The bill passed 100-8. The House next passed CS/SB 688 on naturopathic medicine, which creates a regulatory framework and licensure standards for naturopathic physicians, defines scope limits, and establishes a board under the Department of Health. Supporters framed it as a consumer protection and medical freedom bill, while opponents called it an expansion of scope and criticized the low penalty for unlicensed practice. It passed 85-22. The chamber also passed CS/CS/SB 1062 on speech and debate education, creating a Florida Speech and Debate Hall of Fame, a Speech and Debate Week, and a statewide debate initiative, by a unanimous 112-0 vote. Members then approved CS/CS/SB 1220, a broad transportation bill covering FDOT authority, airports and seaports, drone and delivery devices, autonomous vehicle crimes, tolls, and other transportation issues; an amendment added provisions on Space Florida, golf carts, automated license plate recognition, and related matters while removing digital driver’s license repeal language. The bill passed 87-23. SB 962 on affordable housing, which clarifies that Live Local Act zoning preemption does not unintentionally capture working farms and farm operations, passed 109-2. Finally, CS/CS/SB 1580 on aiding illegal gaming was introduced and discussed; it would strengthen penalties for illegal slot machines and unregulated gaming arcades, clarify reporting and enforcement, and preempt local regulation, with questions focused on VFWs, sweepstakes, fantasy sports, and online betting. The transcript then shifted into lengthy farewell remarks and recognitions, including tributes from members leaving the House and acknowledgments of guests in the galleries.

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• Currently, Missouri's five-year statute of limitations for general civil claims is tied to the second
• not cleaning that particular part of the sidewalk before he fell.
• Insurance companies are required to set aside reserves to pay future claims.
• There's not been a claim in five years. Why is that? Because the market came back.
• If this law were in effect then a year ago, she would have never brought that claim.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• </c> claims from the previous calendar year. claims from the previous calendar year.
• House file 400 is a win-win claim.
• </c> claims when I get really old. claims when I get really old.
• Even though the claim to the provider.
• . claims. claims.

Bills: HF3388, HF400

Keywords: HF3388, Minnesota premium security plan, reinsurance, health insurance, group health carriers, MCHA, MNsure, individual market, premium stabilization, carrier assessment, health insurance assessment, premium security plan account, state innovation waiver, high-risk pool, reinsurance payments, healthcare premiums, insurance carriers, deferral of assessment, financially impaired condition, HF400

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• So, we have to adjust and clean that up to say...
• We now clean the voting rolls up every year.
• We now clean the voting rolls up every year.
• We now clean the voting rolls up every year.
• We now clean the voting rolls up every year.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all