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WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections Jan 30th, 2026 at 10:30 am

State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • When people talk about digital footprints, we often think about social media or personal phones.
  • But for students like me, our digital footprints don't begin in adulthood.
  • So let's make student digital safety a priority, not an afterthought. Thank you for listening.
  • WOTEC is the agency responsible for creating the state's unified digital experience platform.
  • WOTEC is the agency responsible for creating the state's unified digital experience platform.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Finance Feb 5th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have already seen a triple-digit increase in our return on our advertising spend, which is our ROI
  • , on our paid digital efforts during this time period.
  • We have already seen a triple-digit increase in our return on our advertising spend, which is our ROI
  • , on our paid digital efforts during this time period.
  • It's our commodity commission, created in 1987. It's coming up on its 40th year in existence.
Summary: House Finance heard testimony on several tax and local government bills. HB 2278 would remove the July 1, 2027 expiration on the additional $3-per-room-night tourism promotion area lodging charge; supporters from destination marketing organizations said the revenue has produced strong returns for tourism and events, while questions were raised about how the local ordinances would continue. HB 2583 would lower the population threshold for cities to impose a higher lodging tax and expand authority for public facilities districts; the sponsor and Vancouver supporters said it would help fund a proposed performing arts center and other tourism investments, while hospitality, short-term rental, and some local advocates raised concerns about stakeholder input, equity, and whether the bill was too broad. HB 2224 would change how a city forming a single-city fire protection district handles levy reductions and would exempt part of one levy from the local tax limit; city and firefighter groups supported it as a needed tool for fire and EMS funding, while hospital districts and tax opponents warned about prorationing, governance, and higher taxes. HB 2325 would create a statewide tourism self-supported assessment program funded by participating tourism businesses; supporters from tourism, hospitality, wine, and brewing groups said it would provide a competitive, industry-driven statewide marketing program, while members questioned impacts on specific communities and the need for broader local benefits. HB 2431 would expand from 15 to 50 days the amount of fundraising activity allowed in nonprofit public assembly halls and meeting places, and the Grange supported it as a practical way to keep community halls open. After public testimony, the committee moved into executive session and advanced three bills. HB 2584, a sales and use tax exemption for qualifying farm equipment sold to eligible farmers, passed 14-0 with one excused. HB 2610, which modifies the property tax exemption for nonprofit homeownership development, also passed 14-0 with one excused. HB 2615, which codifies the voluntary disclosure tax program and authorizes temporary tax amnesty, likewise passed 14-0 with one excused. The chair also announced a deadline for amendments on items to be acted on the following day.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans Jan 21st, 2026 at 08:00 am

Technology, Economic Development, & Veterans

Transcript Highlights:
  • This approach follows a proven Washington model used by our Commodity Commissions, where industries pool
  • My question to you is on the digital shelf labels.
  • You know, I was at Safeway yesterday, and I saw that, you know, it had $8.99 digital...
  • Is it Safeway yesterday, and I saw that, you know, it had $8.99 digital label?
  • Digital price tags do allow for greater efficiency for retailers, and one of our members, for example
Bills: HB2278 , HB2325 , HB2481 , HB2503
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development Mar 26th, 2026

Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture & Rural Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • We do that for commodities, for grain elevators, if you make oil or gas or whatever.
  • Yeah, I know that digital thing does work slow. Thank you, Vice Chairman.
  • If commodity prices go up, that will go up a little bit.
  • It comes as a recommendation from the Commodities Commission, and I ask you for favorable passage.
  • Input cost goes up, but our commodities have not.
Summary: The House Committee on Agriculture met with a quorum, adopted the prior meeting minutes, and heard a series of agriculture-related bills, most of them sponsored by Representative Domain or Chairwoman Butler. The first major bill, HB 121, would expand the Department of Agriculture and Forestry’s authority over imported seafood by allowing its inspectors, in addition to the Department of Health, to seize and destroy adulterated seafood already under stop order. Representative Domain and Commissioner Strain framed the bill as a seafood-safety and anti-fraud measure aimed at protecting Louisiana shrimpers from tainted imports and bad actors. Members asked about cost, testing rates, countries of origin, and whether the bill would affect imported shrimp prices; the commissioner said it would not raise consumer prices and that Louisiana’s testing is focused at retail rather than ports. HB 121 was reported favorably with no objections. The committee then considered HB 725, which requires restaurants/retailers to retain invoices from imported seafood vendors for six months. After a technical amendment changing the bill’s one-liner from “restaurants” to “retailers,” the bill was explained as a recordkeeping tool to help auditors verify country-of-origin and labeling compliance without costly product testing. It was reported favorably with amendments. The committee also heard a bill reducing the required number of annual meetings for the Agriculture Finance Authority from four to two; Commissioner Strain said the change would streamline operations when there is no business to conduct, and it was reported favorably. Next, the committee took up HB 344 and HB 370 dealing with the Grain and Cotton Indemnity Fund. HB 344 raises the fund’s balance thresholds for suspending and restarting assessments, while HB 370 increases the assessment rate on agricultural commodities to replenish the fund more quickly. Commissioner Strain described recent large losses from grain broker bankruptcies, including Hansen-Mueller, and explained that the fund has been paying farmers but needs a larger balance to handle future defaults. Members discussed the risks posed by brokers, the adequacy of bonding, and the need to protect farmers and rural communities; both bills were reported favorably. The committee also advanced HB 367, aligning Structural Pest Control Commission hearing notices with the Administrative Procedure Act, and HB 847, which modernizes Soil and Water Conservation district supervisor elections by shifting administration to the Secretary of State and updating petition and ballot procedures after a crowded, ballot-short election. Finally, HB 505 streamlined certification and renewal rules for commercial applicators, pesticide salespersons, and agricultural consultants, including a technical amendment to keep unexpended pesticide-fund money in the fund; it too was reported favorably with amendments. After the bills, Commissioner Strain gave a lengthy update on the state of agriculture, forestry, and aquaculture. He highlighted continued pressure on shrimp from low-cost imports, currency shifts, and inadequate domestic marketing and cold storage, as well as ongoing seafood labeling enforcement and testing. He also discussed feral swine damage, drought and wildfire concerns, fertilizer and diesel cost increases, crop acreage trends, and export efforts for rice and timber, including Louisiana wood pellets used in the United Kingdom. LSU Ag Center Dean Matt Lee followed with a presentation on the center’s research and extension work, emphasizing its statewide network, high research ranking, and the economic return from agricultural science, especially in sugarcane variety development. He said LSU Ag Center research has helped Louisiana maintain strong sugar production and supports producers across the state.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • We don't want to get in that situation that we are doing double-digit rates on the commodity or that
  • We don't want to get in that situation that we are doing double-digit rates on the commodity or that
  • We don't want to get in that situation that we are doing double-digit rates on the commodity or that
  • We don't want to get in that situation that we are doing double-digit rates on the commodity or that
Summary: The Natural Resources Committee first approved the minutes from the prior meeting and then took up Senate Bill 245, which would give the legislature more authority to review appointments to the Fish and Wildlife Resources Commission and clarify language about commissioners serving before confirmation. The sponsor said the bill was meant to allow a deeper background review and prevent unconfirmed appointees from voting on budget matters. The bill was adopted with a sub and title amendment, and Senator Boswell explained his yes vote as a way to ensure timely and proper confirmation votes in the future. The committee then discussed Senate Bill 112, concerning fishing on privately owned lakes and ponds. Senator Boswell argued that landowners should be able to fish on their own property without a license and should control fish harvest on private waters, while still requiring permission for others to fish. Commissioner Rich Storm opposed the proposal, saying landowners already may fish on their property, warning that the bill could reduce fishing-license revenue and federal grant support, and noting the department’s work stocking fish, maintaining access, and funding conservation programs. Senator Webb said he was exploring possible compromise language, and other members raised concerns about pay lakes, youth access, and potential abuse of exemptions. Boswell ultimately withdrew the bill voluntarily, and the committee agreed not to vote on it that day. Finally, the committee heard a discussion-only presentation on Senate Bill 8, focused on long-term energy policy and the role of the Public Service Commission. The sponsor said Kentucky needs a broader energy strategy to address growing demand from new industries such as large data centers, grid capacity limits, and the need for expertise and possibly different pay scales to recruit qualified staff. Members responded positively to the discussion, noting the importance of the PSC and the need for continued work on the issue, but no vote was taken.
ND

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Budget Section Leadership Division Jun 24th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • Crazy thing is natural gas has not moved up with the rest of the commodities.
  • These commodities can continue to ebb and flow in the markets and where we want them.
  • But yes, moving that to a digital display is certainly on the radar.
  • One option would be a digital display where you could show several portraits on just one digital display
  • One option would be a digital display where you could show several portraits and just one digital display
Summary: The Budget Section Leadership Division met with a quorum present and approved the March 18 minutes. The committee first heard an update from the Petroleum Council on oil and gas activity, which described North Dakota production as holding steady around 1.1 to 1.2 million barrels per day despite lower prices and market volatility. The presentation emphasized that efficiency gains, longer laterals, and improved completion technology are allowing operators to sustain output while activity shifts north in the Bakken. Members asked about gas taxation, natural gas liquids, flaring, and enhanced oil recovery; the witness said gas is taxed by volume, most liquids are handled through oil lines or gas processing, and the state’s EOR pilot projects and new gas infrastructure are intended to help hold production flat and expand future recovery. The committee then received a presentation from the Tax Department on the federal “big beautiful bill” and its effect on North Dakota income tax collections. The department explained that most of the federal changes were extensions of existing Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions, but several items — including the larger standard deduction, senior deduction, tip and overtime exclusions, auto loan interest deduction, and business expensing changes — affect state collections. Revised estimates showed a smaller-than-expected impact on individual income tax, with the department suggesting a net cash effect in the range of roughly $30 million to $35 million when business and individual effects are combined, plus a possible one-time distortion from large oil-field transactions in fiscal year 2025. Members asked which provisions apply to standard versus itemized returns, and the department clarified that most of the individual provisions apply broadly, while the SALT-related item is itemizer-specific. OMB then reported on major capital projects and facility funding. Updates included Capitol grounds improvements such as 18th-floor renovations, wayfinding, augmented reality displays for the Rough Rider Hall of Fame, tree management and lighting studies, and restroom and parking reconfiguration in the tower. OMB also described security upgrades at the governor’s residence, where human remains were discovered on site and are being handled with historical and legal review. The state hospital project in Jamestown remains on schedule for substantial completion in winter 2027 and opening in spring 2028, with costs currently estimated a little over $292 million and a line of credit expected to be drawn in April 2027. The North Central State Office Building in Minot is under construction, with a $5.6 million line of credit already accessed. OMB also reported on the State Facility Maintenance Fund, noting about $1.1 million spent so far on projects such as the Liberty Memorial Building roof and foundation work, Capitol window replacement, boiler replacement, and kitchen remodeling. Finally, Legislative Council staff reviewed the interim compliance report on legislative intent and state trust funds. The report highlighted the status of multiple lines of credit, including those for the state hospital and Minot office building, and noted that the executive budget will likely need to include repayment planning for about $350 million of expected outstanding balances. Other updates included the Bank of North Dakota profit transfer schedule, litigation pool spending, the new Office of Guardianship and Conservatorship, the Missouri River Correctional Center planning effort, HHS items such as FMAP and child care assistance, Job Service’s unemployment insurance modernization project, and DPI school aid turnback estimates. No formal votes were taken beyond approval of the minutes.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 2/12/25

Agriculture Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • We had that plan approved. the digital Equity act planning grants the digital Equity act planning grants
  • </c><00:53:10.839><c> um</c> received in order to create a digital um received in order to create a digital
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  • </c><01:03:22.000><c> Equity</c> addressing some of the digital Equity addressing some of the digital
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • The first Trump administration, we saw tariffs used to stop France from imposing discriminatory digital
  • us with only the certainty that in the face of a foreign government's discriminatory policies like digital
  • And so, and all the commodities going from the Midwest flow through my state going out to... the world
  • They're getting ready to impose measures on our digital companies.
  • Well and as you know digital trade is important to Tennessee and so we're looking forward to that.
Summary: The meeting focused on various significant topics concerning the recent tariff policies and their wide-ranging implications on the American economy. Members expressed their concerns regarding the negative impact of increased tariffs as proposed by the Trump administration, with specific emphasis on how families might suffer from higher costs and market access issues. The discussion was lively, with members questioning the clarity of the tariff plan and raising concerns about its potential effects on small businesses and American exports.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Taxes - 04/14/26

Taxes

Transcript Highlights:
  • Create a new source of market demand for agricultural commodities.
  • We can create a new source of market demand for agricultural commodities without land conversion.
  • It helps strengthen the value of the commodities they grow, supports more processing and value-added
  • </c> strengthen the value of the commodities strengthen the value of the commodities they<00:29:26.640
  • As we discussed in last week's hearing on the digital advertising tax proposal, a significant number
Bills: HF4906 , HF3971 , HF4777 , HF2109 , HF2988
Committee: Senate Taxes
ND

North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session

Energy Development and Transmission Committee Jun 2nd, 2026 at 09:00 am

Energy Development and Transmission Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • The limiting factor on data center locations is access to power, and the companies like Apply Digital
  • So I think the more we can consume of our natural resources, instead of having it just be a commodity
  • Chair Novak: The first meeting that we had was out in Allendale, and we did have Applied Digital come
  • Chair Novak: The first meeting that we had was out in Allendale, and we did have Applied Digital come
  • Chair Novak: The first meeting that we had was out in Allendale, and we did have Applied Digital come
ND
Transcript Highlights:
  • Crazy thing is natural gas has not moved up with the rest of the commodities.
  • These commodities can continue to ebb and flow in the markets and where we want them.
  • But the plan would be to keep that brass exterior finish, but then to put a digital display inside, and
  • But yes, moving that to a digital display is certainly on the radar.
  • One option would be a digital display, where you could show several portraits on one digital display
Summary: The Budget Section Leadership Division met with a quorum and approved the March 18 minutes. The committee first heard an update from the Petroleum Council on oil and gas activity in North Dakota. Ron Ness said production is expected to remain relatively flat at just under 1.2 million barrels per day, with efficiency gains and longer laterals helping offset lower rig counts. He discussed oil and gas prices, gas taxation, flaring concerns, northward movement of drilling activity, and the importance of new infrastructure and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) pilots. Members asked about gas taxation, natural gas liquids, pipeline impacts, and the outlook for Continental and other operators. Ness said the industry is likely to remain steady rather than see a major ramp-up or decline. Matt Pearl of the State Tax Department then explained the federal “big beautiful bill” and its effect on North Dakota income tax collections. He said the law extends or makes permanent several federal provisions and creates temporary deductions for seniors, tips, overtime, and auto loan interest, with the biggest state impact coming from the standard deduction increase and business tax changes. He revised earlier estimates downward, saying the net cash impact on state collections is likely in the $30 million to $35 million range after accounting for business prepayments and one-time FY25 oilfield transaction effects. Committee members asked which provisions apply to standard versus itemized returns. OMB staff gave a detailed update on major capital projects and facility funding. Topics included Capitol grounds improvements such as 18th-floor renovations, wayfinding, seating, lighting, tree management, and restroom and lobby upgrades; security work at the governor’s residence, which has been delayed by the discovery of human remains; and space reconfiguration efforts in Bismarck-Mandan to reduce leases and create shared offices and conference rooms. They also reported on the State Facility Maintenance Fund, including roof, window, boiler, and kitchen projects at state facilities, and on the state hospital project in Jamestown, which remains on budget and on schedule for substantial completion in winter 2027 and opening in spring 2028. OMB also updated the committee on the Minot North Central State Office Building, the use of federal State Fiscal Recovery Funds, and the status of legislative intent and trust fund reports, including school aid turnback, the school construction loan program, the Foundation Aid Stabilization Fund, the Legacy Fund, and the Strategic Investment and Improvements Fund. The committee ended by discussing future agenda items, including government efficiency, cash management, Bank of North Dakota lines of credit, and the rural health transformation program, and then adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Agriculture Committee Jun 16th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • Whether it was grants for first-time women farmers, whether it was grants for certain commodities, and
  • As e-commerce moves online, our protections have to evolve to address a digital marketplace.
  • Our protections have to evolve to address a digital marketplace.
  • Okay, motion on AB 2143, and the motion is due pass to Privacy, Digital Technology, and Protection Committee
  • And that motion is due pass to Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection Committee.
Summary: The California Senate Committee on Agriculture heard several bills focused on agricultural equity, seed regulation, rice conservation, and invasive species prevention. AB 52 by Assembly Member Aguiar-Curry would codify two CDFA advisory committees created under the Farmer Equity Act—the California BIPAC producer advisory committee and the small-scale producer advisory committee—so socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers have a permanent formal voice in department policymaking. Supporters described the bill as a way to preserve equity-focused input, improve grant access and language access, and build trust with small producers. There was no opposition, and members spoke in support, though the bill was initially heard without a quorum. AB 1848 by Assembly Member Ransom would raise the long-standing seed law fee paid by seed manufacturers to fund CDFA enforcement of seed labeling and contamination rules. The author and the California Seed Association said the increase is needed because the fee has not changed since 1973 and inflation has eroded its value; they framed the measure as consumer protection for both farmers and home gardeners. AB 1551 by Assembly Member Krell would expand the California Rice Commission’s mission to include implementation of the UC Davis rice footprint study, which identifies acreage and winter flooding levels needed to sustain habitat for wildlife such as waterfowl, shorebirds, salmon, and the giant garter snake. Support came from the Rice Commission and conservation groups, with members praising the bill’s working-lands conservation approach. AB 2143 by Assembly Member Irwin would prohibit online marketplaces from facilitating the sale or shipment into California of noxious weeds. The author and agricultural supporters said e-commerce has become a major pathway for invasive species and that preventing online sales is cheaper and more effective than later eradication; TechNet said it had moved from full opposition to neutral after discussions. After quorum was established, the committee voted all measures out: AB 52, AB 1848, AB 1551, and AB 2143 each passed on 4-0 votes, while several other bills on the consent agenda also passed 3-0 or 4-0 and were placed on call as needed.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Agriculture Committee Jun 16th, 2026

Agriculture

Transcript Highlights:
  • Whether it was grants for first-time women farmers, whether it was grants for certain commodities, and
  • As e-commerce moves online, our protections have to evolve to address a digital marketplace.
  • Our protections have to evolve to address a digital marketplace.
  • Okay, motion on AB 2143, and the motion is do pass to the Privacy, Digital Technology, and Protection
  • And that motion is do pass to the Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection Committee.
Committee: Senate Agriculture
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

March 12, 2026 (1:00PM Session)

Florida House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It also removes from our bill the repealing of the statutory authorization for digital licenses, and
  • So even though you're not awarded the grant that helps fund it, you may purchase cybersecurity commodities
  • Secondly, the House amendment requires the Florida Digital Service to submit to the Executive Office
  • Secondly, the House Amendment requires that Florida Digital Service to submit to the Executive Office
  • of Policy The House amendment requires that the Florida Digital Service submit to the Executive Office
Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of introductions recognizing interns, staff, visitors, and a military veteran. After routine announcements, the chamber took up several House-returned bills and special-order measures, with most motions to concur or refuse to concur adopted without objection. Early actions included unanimous concurrence in House amendments to SB 118 on RV park special assessments and SB 572 on ethics rules for public officers and employees, both passing 38-0. The Senate then debated and passed CS/CS/HB 991 on election integrity by a 27-12 vote after extensive opposition focused on voter registration documentation, student IDs, provisional ballots, and potential disenfranchisement; the sponsor defended the bill as a citizenship-verification and election-security measure. The chamber also passed CS/CS/SB 182, an education package combining several related provisions, by 37-0, and later approved SB 474 on military affairs by 39-0 after a technical amendment restoring certain retirement eligibility positions. The Senate refused to concur in the House amendment to CS/CS/CS/SB 1014 on municipal utility service, and refused to concur in the House strike-all amendment to SB 598 after the House had added composting language to the cremation definition. Several other messages were temporarily postponed. On the special-order calendar, the Senate passed CS/CS/HB 425 on historic cemeteries by 39-0, allowing historic Black cemetery boards to sell surplus property not used for burial to fund maintenance. It also passed HB 929 on chickee regulation by 39-0, limiting local restrictions on chickee construction and setting spacing, fire-safety, and permitting rules. SB 1370 on habitual traffic offender designation was substituted with identical CS/HB 35 and passed 39-0, expanding habitual offender treatment to repeated driving without a valid license. The chamber then returned to CS/CS/CS/SB 902, the Department of Health package, which was substituted with CS/HB 733 and amended to retain the Senate’s medical marijuana location limits, adjust NICU nutrition language, modify the dental student loan repayment program, and require a pediatric trauma center designation for certain specialty children’s hospitals; it passed 37-0. The Senate also moved CS/CS/CS/HB 905 on foreign influence to the special-order calendar and began debate on a strike-all amendment defining foreign terrorist organizations and foreign countries of concern, restricting gifts and business ties, tightening sister-city affiliations, and adding ethics training and reporting requirements, but the transcript ends before final action on that bill.
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill would permanently require VA facilities to use a single digital interface called the External
  • Finally, the Senate added a temporary ban on central bank digital currencies, the CBDC.
  • temporary ban on the Senate add a temporary ban on central<05:57:44.958><c> bank</c><05:57:45.280><c> digital
  • c><05:57:45.840><c> currencies</c><05:57:46.638><c> that</c><05:57:46.878><c> is</c> central bank digital
  • currencies that is central bank digital currencies that is the<05:57:47.600><c> the</c><05:57:48.000
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 3/24/26

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • The computer urged him to commit suicide so they could be together digitally.
  • 01:17:45.600><c> could</c><01:17:45.800><c> be</c><01:17:45.920><c> together</c><01:17:46.360><c> digitally
  • </c> so they could be together digitally. so they could be together digitally.