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• Our scientists can't access some of our most sensitive databases on their own laptops.
• databases on their own laptops sensitive databases on their own laptops they<00:29:39.200><c> need</
• I don't know if in transportation you had a discussion about trunk highway bonds that came up recently
• We have to get bonding done, looking forward to the funding discussion.
• We have to get bonding done, looking forward to the funding discussion.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• So we'll move quickly into kind of the discussion of Kentucky's economy.
• </c> move quickly into kind of the discussion move quickly into kind of the discussion of<00:08:15.520
• Now, the reason I say that with some sensitivity, if you're in the situation where you don't fall into
• You talked about at the federal level, but could you discuss the policy support you've gotten at the
• E15 is being discussed, and that would do something very similar.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:00:18 University of Kentucky Department of Agricultural Economics Presentation 00:02:18 Farm Credit Mid-America Presentation 01:12:41, 958, all

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• and uh it's a balance we more discussion and uh it's a balance we more discussion and uh it's a balance
• it's been debated and honed discussed it's been debated and honed discussed it's been debated and honed
• sure thing I mean open to the discussion sure thing I mean open to the discussion sure thing I mean
• some of those kind of discussions some of those kind of discussions deliberations and just uh wanted
• sensitive issues session to discuss sensitive issues session to discuss sensitive issues related to

Keywords: sessions, 2025-R, 1, 219

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• So if you have a, say, a four- or five-year project, discussing.
• So here's a look at what I'll be discussing today.
• Then I'll open up the floor for questions and discussion.
• The main CACS is shore power, which we just discussed.
• In the early discussions of cameras and cops, there was a lot of discussion about data and how it would

Summary: The committee first heard a presentation from WSDOT on balancing uncertainty in capital program estimates and cash flow management. WSDOT explained the differences between design-bid-build and design-build delivery, its tiered risk-assessment process by project size, and how it uses base estimates, inflation, and risk modeling to set budgets. Staff said design-bid-build estimates are generally accurate within about 1% across the program, while design-build projects carry much wider uncertainty and are better communicated as ranges; they cited a P85 budget approach and noted that large, complex projects can be affected by market competition and long procurement timelines. Members asked about the Columbia River Bridge cost growth and about value engineering, and WSDOT said it uses value engineering but has limited scope to cut costs because of project requirements and policy mandates. Troy Swing also discussed cash flow, noting that a few large projects can significantly affect biennial funding needs, and said a risk pool would not reduce overall program risk but could help manage timing if paired with appropriation and cash-flow controls. The committee then received the final presentation in the WSDOT Project Delivery and Innovative Practices study from HKA Global. The consultant said WSDOT’s estimating practices are generally robust and recommended improving transparency by presenting budget authorizations as ranges or estimate classes, better tracking estimate growth over time, and adjusting advertisement timing to avoid competing lettings. The report also discussed surety bonding, suggesting the legislature consider restoring authority for reduced bonding on select large design-build projects or using phased bonding and alternative securities. On indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contracting, the consultant said current job order contract rules are restrictive and recommended legislative changes to make such tools more usable, especially for smaller tasks and to help use unspent funds more flexibly. The committee also heard a follow-up presentation on transit-oriented development policy recommendations tied to HB 1491. The Urban Institute’s Yona Freemark said Washington has been a national leader on TOD but that housing construction, especially in the Puget Sound, has slowed sharply since 2022. He said rising construction costs, high financing costs, and local tax and rent conditions are making many TOD projects infeasible, and recommended that the state fill infrastructure funding gaps around stations, revisit MFTE affordability requirements, consider minimum rather than average density requirements near transit, and create a statewide system to track TOD outcomes such as affordability, gentrification, and transit access. Members questioned the study’s developer interviews, the role of rent control and crime, property tax assumptions, and parking needs; the presenter said the study included five private developers, that rent control was not part of the study scope, and that parking was included in the model assumptions. Finally, the committee began a presentation on regulating emissions from ocean-going vessels at berth. Staff and consultants described California-style at-berth rules, which require shore power or equivalent emissions controls so ships can shut off diesel auxiliary engines while docked. The study is examining vessel traffic, emissions reductions, implementation costs, labor and operational needs, and possible effects on port competitiveness and cargo diversion. No votes or formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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• pilot LEAs and classroom teachers, we are developing practical tools such as walk-through forms, discussion
• of our staff continues to stay compliant with taking the state tribal collaboration at cultural sensitivity
• Sometimes we think it's the same thing, and we have this discussion.

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• why I did answer at midnight, and why I try to be gracious in my response, because it is a very sensitive
• But I'm certainly open to having that conversation to see if there's some middle ground that we can discuss
• guess I'm working too hard, but my door's always open, my phone's always on, and I'm always happy to discuss

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• And so I'm certainly sensitive to it.
• So I think that becomes a crucial part of this discussion because we can keep changing things, but if
• And, you know, I do agree with Senator Smith that the 120 days, and I've had a discussion with the home

Bills: S0698, S0958, S1066, S1230, S1288

Keywords: onsite sewage treatment, disposal systems, building permits, environmental regulation, local government authority, drinking straws, stirrers, local regulation, compostable, environmental impact, Ocklawaha River, St. Johns River, Silver Springs, river restoration, dam removal, Kirkpatrick Dam, Buckman Lock, Cross Florida Barge Canal, environmental restoration, springs protection

Summary: The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources heard and advanced several bills. SB 958, by Senator Bradley, would require local straw and stirrer ordinances to allow renewable, certified compostable, marine-biodegradable products; supporters said it would reduce reliance on paper straws that may contain PFAS and create more uniform standards. The bill was reported favorably after brief supportive testimony and no opposition. The committee also approved SB 1066, by Senator Broder, a major Ocklawaha/Rodman Dam restoration proposal. The bill would direct DEP to implement a phased restoration plan, create an advisory council with local and military representation, fund recreation and economic development projects, and address safety concerns tied to the dam’s age and high-hazard status. Supporters from conservation groups, river advocates, and some local residents praised the restoration and planning framework, while several Putnam County officials opposed the bill, arguing the reservoir supports recreation, water supply, and local interests. The committee adopted a late-filed amendment adding a Naval Air Station Jacksonville representative to the advisory council, then reported the committee substitute favorably. SB 698, by Senator Martin, was also reported favorably. It would let builders proceed with local building permits while septic permits are pending, rather than waiting for sequential approval, and includes a 120-day glide path related to new DEP rules; builders supported the bill as a way to reduce delays, while some senators questioned whether the transition period was too long. The committee then approved CS/SB 1230, by Senator Harrell, which phases out PFAS-containing firefighting foam, restricts non-emergency training use, requires inventory and disposal reporting, creates DEP rulemaking and a grant program, and exempts certain federal, military, and emergency uses. Finally, the committee favorably reported CS/SB 1288, also by Senator Harrell, to designate a water body in the Jupiter Narrows area in honor of Andrew Red Harris, with a technical amendment clarifying the shoal designation. Several members later asked to be recorded as voting in the affirmative on selected bills.

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• FOR THE REASONS WE JUST DISCUSSED THE CONCERN ABOUT DOCTORS HAVING TO HAVE PATIENCE IN THE WAITING ROOM
• DELIGHTED TO PRESENT TO THIS AND IT FOCUSES ON PRESERVING CARE FOR MEDICALLY FRAGILE CHILDREN AS WE JUST DISCUSSED
• THIS DOES NOT CHANGE ANY EXISTING LIABILITIES OR REMOVE ANY PROTECTIONS FOR SENSITIVE INFORMATION WITH

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• You know, because of your discussions with TCEQ, they have limited resources when it comes...
• We're expecting a long budget discussion, as we normally do.
• Up to this point, I'm sensitive to that and certainly want to be as accommodating as we can under the

Bills: HB573, HB1499, HB1768, HB3071, HB3249, HB3866, HB4112

Keywords: environmental enforcement, legislative oversight, inspection, concrete plants, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, environmental product declaration, grant program, ready-mixed concrete, manufacturers, sustainability, concrete plant, concrete batch plant, wet batching, dry batching, central mixing, standard permit, TCEQ, environmental regulation, air quality, construction permit

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• And of course, we're here to discuss the course the Florida sheriffs priorities.
• >> Yes, right now know that it's been a very sensitive topic across the state of Florida.
• I think you just had a discussion with the chief of police about had we had we circumnavigate both the

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• administration reversed a decade of policy saying it would no longer direct immigration agents to avoid sensitive
• because I've actually worked on issues that I think... ...speak to both of the concepts that we're discussing
• I want to just quickly say three things in light of the discussion that I had the privilege of listening

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• WE HAVE A GOOD AMOUNT OF TIME FOR QUESTIONS AND DISCUSSIONS AND HEARING FROM THE PUBLIC.
• SENATORS, ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS, DISCUSSION. OKAY, WELL WE ARE GOING TO MOVE TO PUBLIC TESTIMONY.
• BY THE DRUG DEALER IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD BUT THERE ARE CERTAIN CRIMES WHERE I AM NOT FLEXIBLE AND SENSITIVE

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Good afternoon, and thank you for the opportunity to participate in this discussion on respite.
• Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this discussion on respite.
• And so looking forward to further discussions along the way.
• There's a discussion in your agenda about the reimbursement system project.
• Evidence of that is just what was the focus of this committee's discussion, which was update.

Summary: The Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Human Services held a hearing on developmental services, rehabilitation, and related supports, with no votes taken. The first major topic was the Master Plan for Developmental Services. Administration officials described a year-long, community-driven process that included a steering committee, work groups, and statewide engagement sessions, and said the final draft would be released that Friday with about 170 recommendations. The Department of Developmental Services said the plan would inform future work, but did not offer a detailed implementation roadmap. The LAO said the plan contains significant policy and budget implications, may require statutory changes, and needs further analysis to turn recommendations into actionable proposals. Advocates and regional center representatives urged the Legislature and administration to avoid letting the plan sit on a shelf, called for prioritization and ongoing stakeholder oversight, and emphasized the need to address equity, workforce, service coordination, and cross-system collaboration. The chair said he wanted to work with the LAO on trailer bill language and future reporting to create a clearer path forward. The second topic was the Office of Employment First and competitive integrated employment. Administration witnesses said California has ended subminimum wage under SB 639, but that moving people into competitive integrated employment remains a major priority. They described existing efforts such as DDS’s coordinated career pathways pilot, paid internships, job development services, benefits counseling, and DOR’s career counseling and referral services, along with pilot projects in San Diego and Orange County. The State Council on Developmental Disabilities and advocates argued that employment outcomes have remained stuck at roughly 15% and that a dedicated Employment First Office is needed to coordinate across agencies, align goals, and improve outcomes. The LAO recommended regular legislative oversight on people transitioning out of subminimum wage and asked for technical assistance on coordinated career pathways. The chair criticized the administration’s decision to effectively eliminate funding for the office, requested a detailed implementation timeline and quarterly transition reports, and said the committee would continue pressing for the office to be implemented. The final issue was respite services, utilization trends, and access. DDS reported that in-home respite use and spending have risen sharply over several years, with about 150,000 people using respite in 2023-24 and expenditures reaching about $1 billion. Officials said access depends on families knowing the service exists, service coordinators identifying need, and having enough providers, especially in rural and linguistically diverse communities. The San Diego Regional Center said utilization generally mirrors statewide trends, but access is stronger in some areas, such as Imperial County, where families often prefer family-directed or agency-supported models that allow them to hire trusted workers. Committee members emphasized the importance of respite for family health and caregiver well-being, asked whether service coordinators are asking practical questions about sleep and stress, and discussed the need for better identification of complex behavioral and medical needs. DDS said a standardized family support tool and updated IPP process are intended to improve consistency, transparency, and person-centered assessment for respite and related services.

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• Stewart and for consideration of a time-sensitive resolution. >> Any objections?
• 00:14:44.320><c> a</c> Stewart and for consideration of a Stewart and for consideration of a time-sensitive
• </c> time-sensitive resolution. time-sensitive resolution. &gt;&gt; Any<00:14:46.240><c> objections?
• of the floor for privilege for the members of the FFA string band and for consideration of a time-sensitive

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• One of those is our access to sensory hours for children with sensory sensitivities to come and visit
• For any of you who might know a child with sensory sensitivities, a children's museum can be an overstimulating
• who might know a child<00:33:46.799><c> with</c><00:33:46.960><c> sensory</c><00:33:47.360><c> sensitivities
• ,</c><00:33:47.919><c> a</c> child with sensory sensitivities, a child with sensory sensitivities, a

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Budget Review Subcommittee on Economic Development and Tourism met to hear presentations on a proposed downtown Lexington Arts Center. Visit Lex opened by framing the projects as regional economic development efforts that could support tourism, quality of life, and workforce attraction and retention. NextStage Development Corp. and ATG Entertainment then described a proposed $120 million project featuring a 2,500-seat performing arts center and a 20,000-square-foot visual arts gallery, with plans for up to 180 events a year, over 300,000 annual visitors, and an opening target of 2029. The presenters said the project would be funded through a $30 million state request, $30 million from ATG Entertainment, and $60 million raised by the nonprofit through philanthropy and other financing sources. They cited a feasibility study by Sound Diplomacy and compared the proposal to the Durham Performing Arts Center, arguing that similar venues have driven downtown revitalization, tourism, and economic activity in other cities. They also said the venue would include community access, school partnerships, subsidized tickets, and revenue returned to the nonprofit for grants and arts programming. Members asked about the total cost, the funding mix, whether the city of Lexington would contribute, and the building’s design. The presenters said they are in contact with city officials and are seeking city support, but have not yet hired an architect or begun conceptual design. They said the design process will involve community input and should fit Lexington’s historic downtown character. Representative Whitten asked whether the project would compete with Louisville; the presenters responded that their market analysis suggests the venue would serve audiences from Lexington, eastern Kentucky, and surrounding areas who are unlikely to travel to Louisville or Cincinnati, making the project complementary rather than competitive.

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• Setting aside for the moment the camp issues discussed in our letter, this report also raises many important
• But as we discussed in April, Dick Eastland was in charge and nobody was going to interfere.
• There was no advance plan, as we were just discussing in response to Representative Myers' question,
• And they provided me, after she discussed with people in her department—I don't know who those people
• Members, is there any other business to be discussed before we adjourn?

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• One, we have been discussing all these issues with our friends at the consumer attorneys for several
• The discussions here in this assembly have been about trying to strike a different balance and to try
• There have been a lot of discussions, particularly in the last six to eight weeks.
• And our door is open to continue those discussions.
• I appreciate our thorough discussions on the policy of this bill.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Since CDBG-DR serves as a funding source of last resort, we are actively in discussion with the state
• Since CDBG-DR serves as a funding source of last resort, we are actively in discussion with the state
• I look forward to our continued discussions, and mahalo for your dedication to serving the people of
• I look forward to our continued discussions, and mahalo for your dedication to serving the people of
• sensitivity sensitivity and<00:59:56.799><c> we've</c><00:59:57.000><c> been</c><00:59:57.119><c> out

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Any discussion on the motion? I don't see any. All those in favor say aye. Aye.
• So there's been some very genuine good faith discussion back and forth.
• Do I have any discussion? Do I have any discussion? I'll entertain a motion to do pass.
• Any discussion? I don't see any. I'll entertain. Any discussion? I don't see any.
• Any discussion on the motion? What did I say? Vice Chair.

Bills: AB52, AB76, AB163, AB388, AB483

Keywords: health insurance, claims process, insurance regulation, admin penalties, healthcare access, cannabis, cannabis establishment, medical cannabis, adult-use cannabis, advertising regulations, packaging requirements, unlicensed cannabis activities, state prosecution, confidentiality, Cannabis Compliance Board, disciplinary proceedings, mental health, counseling, interstate practice, telehealth

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• The timing of the issuance of the bond, I know that was discussed, is also something that is discussed
• </c> mean, that's what we've discussed mean, that's what we've discussed internally<00:57:35.680><c>
• </c> an issue to discuss in the interim? an issue to discuss in the interim?
• Further discussion?
• Are there any further discussion needed?

Keywords: 1189, house, all