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• Uh, I want to say Department of Revenue.
• , other work at the department of revenue, other work at the department of revenue, its<00:03:10.400
• the language, the Department of Revenue the language, the Department of Revenue would<00:03:22.800
• I'm also an attorney at the Department of Revenue.
• offenses committed after July 31st,<00:14:36.000> 2026.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated has remained committed to meeting the needs of our communities
• This resolution is not just about the past 50 years, but doubling down on a commitment for the next 50
• SCR 136 affirms our commitment to this principle.
• This resolution is not just about the past 50 years, but doubling down on a commitment for the next 50
• SCR 136 affirms our commitment to this principle.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• And so they'll always be opposed to something that reduces a little bit of their revenue.
• Cities need revenue because we have taken a lot from them.
• And again, on the revenue part, I just, we shouldn't be just creating fees to create revenue on the backs
• I did not have enough time to get an amendment ready for this committee, but I commit to getting that
• She has committed to me to work on that subsection on page eight.

Bills: HB2118, HB2181, HB2308, HB2309, HB2402, HB2476, HB2682, HB2698, HB2875, HB2877, HB2903, HB2910

Keywords: mobile food vendors, licensure, food safety, statewide regulations, health standards, zoning, temporary vendors, HB2181, death certificate, death certificates, vital records, funeral establishment, funeral home, human remains, medical certification of death, death registration, state registrar, local registrar, county medical examiner, alternate medical examiner

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• for an offense of burglary of a vehicle and to grants of the community supervision to persons who commit
• Administrative Procedures... 563 by Gervin Hawkins relating to the establishment of the small municipality revenue
• providing the creation and use of the use of the Grow Texas Fund, and allocating certain general revenues
• Landgraf, proposing a constitution amendment providing for the creation of the Texas severance, tax revenue
• state significantly affected by oil and gas production providing the transfer of certain general revenues

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• ><00:09:21.560> of<00:09:21.680> general<00:09:22.000> fund<00:09:22.240> revenue
• <00:09:22.839> as<00:09:23.120> they a loss of general fund revenue as they a loss
• So,<00:15:22.600> we're<00:15:22.800> committed<00:15:23.200> to<00:15:23.320>
• > trying<00:15:23.720> to<00:15:23.880> do So, we're committed to trying to do So,
• we're committed to trying to do something<00:15:24.480> there.

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• of agreed between the lines here to say that the DFL will approach this from more of an increase-revenue
• /c><00:17:16.400> of<00:17:16.559> a<00:17:17.360> increase<00:17:17.679> revenue
• this from more of a increase revenue this from more of a increase revenue versus<00:17:18.559>
• we're going to have to look very deeply at what we deliver and how we do it to make sure that we can commit
• Thank you. make sure that we can commit and keep make sure that we can commit and keep our<00:18:34.799

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House and Senate DFL leaders Erin Murphy and Zach Stevenson discussed Minnesota’s budget forecast, arguing that rising health care costs, federal policy changes under Trump and congressional Republicans, and cuts to health care, food support, and clean energy are worsening the state’s fiscal outlook and household affordability. They said the state’s economy remains strong but is being undermined by higher premiums, tariffs, canceled projects, and shifting costs to state and local governments, while Republicans are prioritizing tax cuts for the wealthy and large corporations over working families. A major topic was fraud prevention and oversight. In response to questions, the leaders said every dollar of fraud is unacceptable, but that the budget forecast is not the right tool to measure it. They pointed to existing efforts, including BCA investigators, a governor-ordered and legislature-authorized audit, stronger laws passed in 2023-2025, and work on an independent inspector general proposal. They said the House DFL supports stronger anti-fraud measures and wants fraudsters held accountable, while also protecting services for vulnerable Minnesotans. The leaders also defended prior DFL budget decisions, saying the 2023 legislative session ended with a $5 billion surplus and rejecting Republican claims that DFL spending drained the state’s coffers. They said Minnesota must still balance its budget, but that the structural deficit is being driven largely by rising medical assistance and health care costs, which they argued are tied to federal actions and broader health system instability. No votes were taken in this transcript; it was a press availability with questions and responses.

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• We are committed; our teams are committed to ensuring the state's dollars are put to tremendous use.
• We are committed; our teams are committed to ensuring the state's dollars are put to tremendous use.
• We are committed; our teams are committed to ensuring the state's dollars are put to tremendous use.
• We are committed; our teams are committed to ensuring the state's dollars are put to tremendous use.
• Thank you, guys. and their commitment to help find a and their commitment to help find a project<00:52

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• They may have it's not... revenues both and earnings on the part revenues both and earnings on the part
• findings to the Internal Revenue findings to the Internal Revenue Service.
• , and we are going to lose tax revenue, and we are going to lose tax revenue, you<03:55:47.279>
• larger and larger quantities of revenue larger and larger quantities of revenue not<03:58:30.560
• <05:58:38.558> to which means we need a commitment to which means we need a commitment to

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• We are committed to playing an active role in advancing this work.
• Section 4 of this bill amends Minnesota Statute 270B, allowing the Department of Revenue to disclose
• <01:21:47.040> to 270B allowing Department of Revenue to 270B allowing Department of Revenue
• <01:27:26.639> into are have been uh civily committed into are have been uh civily committed
• We're going to hear from him. somebody who is civily committed. somebody who is civily committed.

Bills: HF3901, HF962, HF4428, HF4478, HF1775

Keywords: foster care, ombudsperson, investigative powers, children's rights, complaint process, HF4428, Medical Assistance, Medicaid, community engagement, work requirement, work mandate, employment requirement, community service, 80 hours, half-time student, income threshold, federal minimum wage, eligibility verification, benefit suspension, benefit termination

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• I worked with all stakeholders to get her moved to a civil commitment.
• This reflects this commitment.
• I am committed and dedicated to the field that I work in.
• These are the types of clients. we have in our Civil Commitment Program.
• It started out as a civil commitment this time.

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• they committed the crime dignifies them. they committed the crime dignifies them.
• This would reduce the revenue account.
• special revenue account? special revenue account?
• It's funded by revenue funded agency.
• fluctuating revenue source there. fluctuating revenue source there.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I have also proposed other methods of reaching our goal of reducing state revenue through various combinations
• We remain open to different means, even while we remain committed to our end goal: to reduce the growth
• wanted to use this opportunity to again be crystal clear that the conversation around reducing state revenue
• When we passed Representative Miller's bill to redirect local tourist development tax revenue, which

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a quorum present, then approved the journal and received a Senate message transmitting SB 2510, the pre-K through grade 12 education conforming bill. The House waived rules, read the bill by title, and heard brief explanation that the Senate version contained budget-related funding and policy changes, including adjustments to acceleration course weighting and CAPE funding. Members adopted a blank strike-all amendment to place the bill in the proper posture for conference, then advanced it to third reading and passed SB 2510 on final passage by a vote of 88 yeas to 10 nays. After passage, the House agreed to accede to the Senate’s request for a budget conference. The Speaker then delivered extended remarks criticizing the Senate for breaking a prior budget deal and arguing that state government spending has grown too much. He said the House remained committed to reducing state revenue and spending, discussed possible budget and tax-cut approaches, and emphasized that property tax reform and state revenue reduction were separate issues. He also noted that the House select committee on property taxes would continue its work and rejected the idea of mailing $1,000 checks as a substitute for tax relief. Finally, the House took up HCR 1633, a concurrent resolution extending the 2025 regular session until 11:59 p.m. on June 30, 2025. The resolution was read by title, explained as identical to a prior extension resolution except for the new end date, and adopted. The House then approved a motion to adjourn subject to the call of the chair for committee and subcommittee meetings and other House business.

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• It also requires that any contract between the Department of Revenue and a county attorney for collecting
• <00:12:40.280> and<00:12:40.440> a between the Department of Revenue and a between
• fraud and I remember are ready to commit fraud and I remember a<00:56:20.600> day<00:56:20.800
• , given their second reading, and then returned to the Committee on Appropriations and Revenue.
• ,<01:36:28.080> House to Appropriations and Revenue, House to Appropriations and Revenue,

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The House convened, opened with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, established a quorum with 96 members present, excused absent members, and approved the journal from March 4, 2026. The chamber also received notice that the Senate had passed Senate Bills 50 and 191 and requested concurrence. Several bills were reported for second reading and committee action, including measures on schools, barbering, virtual currency kiosks, eminent domain, DUI, fire protection, school district reporting, teacher certification, legal representation, cost and fee reporting, dentistry, credit insurance, harmful practices, elections, child welfare, health data, Medicaid directed payments, workplace violence in health care, utilities, solid waste, carbon sequestration, and coal/energy affordability. House Bill 534 was sent to the Rules Committee after receiving prior readings, and House Bill 600 was brought up for third reading and passage. House Bill 600, relating to the collection of delinquent tax bills, was explained as allowing counties to use a consolidated procedure to collect multiple delinquent tax cases more efficiently, requiring county attorney contracts with the Department of Revenue to include that option, and extending to counties some property-tax collection tools already used by cities for delinquent and dilapidated properties. A member from Jefferson raised concerns that the bill could allow foreclosure on occupied properties and warned about potential harm to elderly or low-income homeowners; the sponsor responded that the bill was not intended to remove anyone from their property. The House passed HB 600 by a vote of 82-11, and a clincher was applied. House Bill 662, concerning regulation of low-voltage battery-charged security fences by local governments, was described as a business-friendly measure supported by the Chamber of Commerce and affected industries, intended to define the fences and reduce regulatory uncertainty in commercial and industrial zones without removing local regulation. It passed unanimously, 96-0, and a clincher was applied. House Bill 364, relating to benefits for Kentucky National Guard members, was amended by House Floor Amendment 1 to define Commonwealth emergency pay and hazardous duty for Guard members on state active duty during emergencies. Supporters emphasized compensation for Guard members responding to disasters and emergencies, and members cited recent flood and crash responses as examples of their service. The bill passed 96-0, and a clincher was applied. House Bill 534, an elections bill, was taken up with House Committee Substitute 2 adopted. The sponsor said the bill was the product of work by the Secretary of State, the Board of Elections, county clerks, KREF, and others, and was intended to strengthen election laws. Debate focused on a provision that would remove from voter rolls individuals convicted of felonies even while appeals are pending; one member argued this would disenfranchise people before appeals are resolved and sought to offer an amendment, but a motion to suspend the rules for that amendment failed with only 18 votes in favor. Another member said the substitute was the best version of the bill and indicated he would offer amendments, including changes to the felony-appeal language and campaign finance timing, while also seeking to remove a section requiring federal cooperation. The transcript cuts off during that discussion, before final action on HB 534 is shown.

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• We affirm our commitment to confronting systemic racism in all of its forms, whether in our schools,
• We commit to improve the lives of all of our children and our children's children.
• And I ask that you celebrate this day and use it to renew your commitment.
• I need you to renew your commitment to defend our freedoms, to honor our history, and to continue to
• He will be remembered for his integrity, his warmth, and his unwavering commitment to others.

Summary: The Assembly met after a quorum call and opened with a prayer, a Father’s Day reflection, and a moment of silence for the victims of the Minnesota lawmaker shooting. Members then moved through guest introductions recognizing student legislative programs, Black conservation leaders, interns, and first responders, including an off-duty firefighter who saved a driver’s life. The chamber also heard multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes, most notably for former Senator and Los Angeles Councilman Nate Holden, whose civil rights and housing discrimination work was highlighted, along with tributes to Stephen Golden Kranz, Emily Carpenter, and Doug Kranwinkel. On the Daily File, the Assembly adopted ACR 90, Assembly Member Gibson’s resolution recognizing Juneteenth. The measure drew strong support from multiple caucuses, including the Latino, Jewish, LGBTQ, Women’s, and AAPI caucuses, with members emphasizing Juneteenth’s historical significance, the legacy of slavery, and the continuing need to combat racism and inequality. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added. The Assembly also adopted ACR 92, Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez’s resolution declaring June 2025 as Electronic Dance Music Month in California. Supporters described EDM as a cultural and economic force rooted in diverse communities and praised its values of inclusion and unity; the resolution received 65 co-authors and passed by voice vote. Finally, HR 45, Assembly Member Castillo’s resolution for Animal Rights Awareness Week, was adopted by voice vote after 55 co-authors were added, with the author and a guest from Sierra Pacific Fur Babies speaking about animal rescue and welfare work. The session ended with announcements and adjournment until June 19.

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• I think we just have a number of questions about the revenue impact of this bill.
• an indeterminate cost to the state, and that always worries me at a time when the state needs more revenue
• Thank you for your commitment and the service that they have provided from the 1900s until now.
• Employee ownership guarantees the tax revenue and the jobs will stay here in New Jersey.
• So, and we have the commitment of the sponsors to work on the bill. I mean, yes.

Keywords: 1146, all

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• Horton is committed to developing multifamily units, including condos and town homes, and production
• Horton is committed to developing multifamily units, including condos and town homes, and production
• Horton Hawaii is committed to developing multifamily units, including condos and town homes, and production
• We believe it'll result in a revenue loss for the state, as documented by the experience of the few other
• We believe it'll result in a revenue loss for the state, as documented by the experience of the few other

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint hearing first took up SB 696, which would create an emergency management office and fund tax credits, grants for low-income taxpayers to fortify homes, shelter development, and staffing. Supporters argued Hawaii needs a dedicated preparedness office and funding before the next hurricane season, while the Tax Foundation said the bill was too vague, especially on who would qualify for the tax credits and under what conditions. The Department of the Attorney General and the insurance division offered comments, and both committees recommended deferral of SB 696. The Commerce and Consumer Protection committee then heard SB 179 on construction defect remedies and the contractor repair act. Builders, Realtors, carpenters, and a mortgage industry witness supported the bill, saying it would reduce abusive litigation, speed repairs, and help housing production and affordability. Homeowner advocates and plaintiff attorneys opposed it, arguing it would weaken consumer protections, shift repair costs to homeowners, and delay or limit legitimate claims. One testifier suggested the Senate focus instead on stronger alternative dispute resolution, and the committee noted 105 written supporters, four opponents, and one comment submission. The committee next heard SB 416 on allowing pets in rental housing, with the Attorney General recommending a non-impairment safeguard because of possible effects on existing contracts. SB 593 on commercial dog breeders drew support from the Hawaii Humane Society and others, with concerns raised that counties would be expected to enforce the new regime without funding. SB 641, creating a tax on low-alcohol-by-volume spirits beverages, drew opposition from the Wine Institute, which said it would create a tax break for one segment and likely reduce state revenue. SB 1048 on online crowdfunding received support from GoFundMe and comments from the Attorney General, with GoFundMe urging changes to reduce burdens on charitable fundraising. SB 1213, allowing businesses to accept service of process by email instead of maintaining a registered agent, drew DCCA comments and opposition from LegalZoom, which warned email service could be unreliable and vulnerable to phishing.

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• I did not say they would have to find a new way to get that revenue.
• The revenue impact is $91 million.
• And yes, revenues go higher. The more people who move in, Rep.
• create another revenue to make sure that Rep.
• The fact of the matter is, the loss in the revenues would have to be made up.

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• That's generated a lot of revenue.
• That's generated a lot of revenue.
• That's generated a lot of revenue.
• That's generated a lot of revenue.
• That's generated a lot of revenue.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard several gubernatorial nominations for confirmation, beginning with GM 788 for Karen Knudsen to the Hawaii Sister State and International Partnerships Commission. DBEDT strongly supported her nomination, describing her decades of Asia-Pacific and East-West Center experience. Senators asked about the new commission structure, confirming that the old committee was abolished and replaced by a five-voting-member commission with two governor appointees before the Senate, other ex officio and legislative appointees, and one OHA vacancy still pending. Knudsen said the commission would help review new sister-state and international partnership proposals, while existing relationships would remain in place. Members also discussed the commission’s lack of a separate budget and its use of DBEDT international relations funding. The committee then moved to GM 789 for Wesley Fong to the same commission; DBEDT supported him based on his military, legal, and international trade background. A concern was raised that he also served on the State Ethics Commission, and Fong stated he had resigned from that post effective the 20th of the month to avoid a conflict. Senators questioned his reasons for leaving ethics, and he explained that his term was ending and he wanted to continue public service in a role aligned with his background in international agreements, education, and Indo-Pacific relations. No votes were taken in the portion provided. The committee next considered GM 769 for Patrick Branco to the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. The foundation and the Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters both testified in strong support. Branco appeared by Zoom and said he was currently on temporary military orders on the East Coast, but had prior experience in public diplomacy as cultural attaché in Caracas and had worked on Fulbright and cultural exchange efforts. The committee then took up GM 770 for Makanani Salā to the same board. The State Foundation on Culture and the Arts supported her nomination, and Noe Wong-Wilson testified in person, citing Salā’s work at Windward Community College and her role in organizing the Best Fest festival, saying she would bring Hawaiian cultural perspective to the foundation. Salā said her county experience included arts, culture, and sister-city work, and that she would emphasize public-private partnerships and helping other agencies use the foundation’s expertise. Members briefly discussed FESTPAC and its rotating international location. Finally, the committee heard GM 767 for Miles Miyatso to the Land Use Commission. The Land Use Commission and the Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters both supported the nomination, and Avalon Development Company was listed but did not appear on Zoom. The discussion in the provided transcript ended during this item, with no vote or final action shown for the nominations covered.

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• These are savings; it's not revenue.
• Now I will tell you our commitment to rural obstetrics is very strong.
• Now I will tell you our commitment to rural obstetrics is very strong.
• Now I will tell you our commitment to rural obstetrics is very strong.
• Now I will tell you our commitment to rural obstetrics is very strong.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The Health Finance and Policy Committee heard testimony from the Minnesota Hospital Association and several hospital leaders about the financial strain facing hospitals across Minnesota. The association’s CEO said hospitals are essential 24/7 safety-net providers, but rising labor, supply, technology, and drug costs are outpacing reimbursement from Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial payers. He warned that many not-for-profit hospitals are struggling, that workforce shortages remain significant, and that the committee should consider help on Medicaid rates, discharge/boarding problems, mental health services, workforce development, protecting the 340B drug discount program, and avoiding new mandates that add costs. Relle Schultz of Winona Health described a community hospital with a 49-bed facility and long-term care services that has faced years of losses, including a $17 million loss in 2023 and $12 million in losses the following year. She said government payers now make up about 65% of the hospital’s mix, and each 1% increase in that mix costs about $1 million. She highlighted the difficulty of sustaining services such as dialysis, which was nearly closed until a local donor provided $3 million to keep it open for three years, and she emphasized the importance of 340B savings and the need for higher Medicaid payments. Carrie Mulski of Riverview Health in Crookston said critical access hospitals are also under pressure despite their federal designation. She explained that federal support has eroded, that Medicaid and other public programs do not cover full costs, and that her hospital’s 340B savings help keep the doors open. She said Riverview opened a new hospital in 2020 but was hit by the pandemic and inflation, leading to annual losses of $5 million to $6 million and a negative operating margin of 9% to 10%. She also described bond covenant problems, low cash on hand, the prior closure of the nursing home, and the need for rapid state action to stabilize rural hospitals and preserve access to care.

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• <00:03:35.840> to<00:03:35.960> work I am committed to continuing to work I am committed
• <00:07:10.640> to thank you for your strong commitment to thank you for your strong commitment
• their operating revenue that they lost. their operating revenue that they lost.
• And so I appreciate your commitment to that and, Chair Nash, your commitment to transparency as well.
• commitment<01:26:32.880> to Chair Nash, your commitment to Chair Nash, your commitment

Bills: SF856, HF4482, HF3672, HF1234, HF4591, HF3554, HF936

Keywords: Inspector General, fraud prevention, state audit, public funds, misuse, transparency, government accountability, HF4482, Minnesota Historical Society, state historic sites, historic site management, historic preservation, county historical society, local historical society, municipality, county government, admission fees, grants-in-aid, site operations, site maintenance