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• Paul College.
• Paul, in particular the West Side community that I was raised on, has seen the benefits since I was a
• Paul, in particular the West Side community that I was raised on, has seen the benefits since I was a
• Paul, in particular the West Side community that I was raised on, has seen the benefits since I was a
• My name is Paul Murphy, and I'm the CEO of People Serving People.

Bills: HF2135 , HF776 , HF1581 , HF1158 , HF2226

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

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• Paul, Minneapolis, you know, wherever, and leaving our community with less access, they would be hesitant
• Paul, Minneapolis, you know, wherever, and leaving our community with less access, they would be hesitant
• you know, there were people coming from you know, there were people coming from St.<01:21:00.320><c> Paul
• Paul, Minneapolis, you know, St.
• Paul, Minneapolis, you know, wherever,<01:21:03.199><c> and</c><01:21:04.000><c> leaving</c><01:21:04.400

Bills: HF2078 , HF777 , HF841 , HF1112 , HF1098 , HF1926

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

Keywords: child care, day care, child care center, licensing, license requirements, parent access, guardian access, custody order, court order, furnishings, equipment standards, learning materials, early childhood education, infant care, toddler care, preschool, school-age child care, play materials, sensory materials, gross motor equipment

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• Paul, and today I'm representing two folks: the AGC, as well as the Consumer Technology Association.
• Paul Park, Newport, Cottage Grove, the cluster of contamination from the company that has made profits
• community in my district which includes community in my district which includes St<01:42:26.880><c> Paul
• </c><01:42:27.119><c> Park</c><01:42:27.400><c> Newport</c><01:42:28.040><c> Cottage</c> St Paul Park
• Newport Cottage St Paul Park Newport Cottage Grove<01:42:30.199><c> the</c><01:42:30.400><c> cluster

Committee: House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy

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• Paul, as well as the state of Minnesota, because many of our graduates go and populate different practices
• Paul, with the Level III NICU, where they learned really cutting-edge techniques in maternal fetal medicine
• Children's Hospital baby center with the Children's Hospital in<01:34:29.480><c> St</c><01:34:29.800><c> Paul
• ><c> the</c><01:34:30.560><c> level</c><01:34:30.840><c> three</c><01:34:31.080><c> niku</c> in St Paul
• with the level three niku in St Paul with the level three niku where<01:34:32.119><c> they</c><01:34

Committee: House Higher Education Finance and Policy

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• Paul when he was four years old and today is one of the youth coaches. I'll turn it over to Mr.
• Paul when he was four years old and today is one of the youth coaches. I'll turn it over to Mr.
• Paul through Conway Rec Center is wonderful.
• Paul through Conway Rec Center is wonderful.
• Senator Paul, thank you, Chair Muhammad.

Committee: Senate Jobs and Economic Development

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• Paul. I own Progressive Rail.
• up</c><00:43:11.200><c> here</c><00:43:11.319><c> in</c><00:43:11.440><c> St</c><00:43:11.680><c> Paul
• </c><00:43:11.960><c> I</c> my family has own up here in St Paul I my family has own up here in St Paul
• Paul.

Committee: Senate Jobs and Economic Development

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• Paul, and, like a lot of you, I have also been hearing for the last couple of years about high property
• represent 64a representative khur and I represent 64a in<00:08:14.159><c> St</c><00:08:14.440><c> Paul
• 15.319><c> the</c><00:08:15.479><c> river</c><00:08:15.720><c> to</c><00:08:15.879><c> the</c> in St Paul
• that's from the river to the in St Paul that's from the river to the cathedral<00:08:16.440><c> in</
• Paul he had to go get a tie today because his oatmeal got it pretty good.

Committee: House Taxes

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• It's the iconic symbol of Grand Rapids, much like the lift bridge is a symbol of Duluth or Paul Bunyan
• It's the iconic symbol of Grand Rapids, much like the lift bridge is a symbol of Duluth or Paul Bunyan
• symbol</c><00:28:49.960><c> of</c><00:28:50.080><c> duth</c><00:28:50.559><c> or</c><00:28:50.760><c> Paul
• 00:28:51.039><c> and</c><00:28:51.240><c> babe</c><00:28:51.840><c> the</c> is a symbol of duth or Paul
• and babe the is a symbol of duth or Paul and babe the symbol<00:28:52.320><c> of</c><00:28:52.440><c

Committee: Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy

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• I am joined today, to my right, by the Minnesota State Elections Director, Paul Linnell, also with me
• uh to my right by uh the Minnesota state elections<00:01:18.400><c> director</c><00:01:18.840><c> Paul
• 00:01:19.080><c> Lenell</c><00:01:19.920><c> also</c><00:01:20.400><c> with</c> elections director Paul
• Lenell also with elections director Paul Lenell also with me<00:01:21.200><c> and</c><00:01:21.439><
• My name is Paul Lenell, and I’m the Director of Elections with the Office of the Secretary of State.

Committee: Senate Elections

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• Paul Central High School right down the road in Minnesota.
• You told us how Paul McCartney wrote a song for John Lennon's son Julian, but Hey Julian didn't have
• Paul hosted picnics for newly naturalized citizens of their own.

Summary: The committee held a joint hearing recognizing the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and focusing on civic education, free speech, voting, and Minnesota’s America 250 commemorations. Opening remarks emphasized the importance of education, Indigenous land acknowledgement, and the idea that democracy depends on informed and engaged citizens. The chair then invited student debaters from the Minnesota High School League to testify about how debate, free speech, and evidence-based reasoning have shaped their education and civic participation. The students argued that debate teaches critical thinking, helps young people engage with difficult issues, and should be protected as part of a healthy democracy; one also urged lawmakers to move beyond empty promises and take action on issues such as eviction moratoriums, ICE collaboration, and protest protections. Commissioner Willie Jett of the Minnesota Department of Education testified that public education is where citizenship first becomes real, and that schools, libraries, and educators help students learn to listen, question, debate respectfully, and understand both the ideals and failures of American history. He said democracy is something each generation must learn and strengthen, and thanked the committee for convening the hearing. Former students Sarah Griffin and Charlie Crocker then offered tributes to Senator Swedzinski, describing how his teaching encouraged civic engagement, disagreement, and action, and how his classroom shaped their lives and public service. Their remarks emphasized that democracy is not a spectator sport and that ordinary people build it through small, courageous acts. Secretary of State Steve Simon followed with testimony on Minnesota’s civic culture and voter participation. He said Minnesota has long ranked near the top nationally in voter turnout, including youth turnout, and attributed that to a combination of good election laws and a strong pro-voting culture. He highlighted school-based civic education efforts such as pre-registration for 16- and 17-year-olds and the Students Vote mock election program, and noted that Minnesota’s congressional delegation was unanimous in supporting the Voting Rights Act in 1965 as an example of the state coming together on major moral questions. The Minnesota Historical Society then began its presentation on America 250, with Kent Whitworth describing the organization’s role, the new edition of the Northern Lights curriculum, and broader commemorative activities; Dr. Bill Convery introduced historical context about how Americans have celebrated independence and how the semiquincentennial can leave a legacy for future generations.

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• So it seems like in the case of CDFW, particularly, we're like robbing Peter to pay Paul.
• So it seems like in the case of CDFW, particularly we're like robbing Peter to pay Paul.
• Paul Mason, Pacific Forest Trust.

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• Paul Michael Friday with the Attorney General's office. Mr. Friday, did you want to add anything?
• Paul Michael Friday with the Attorney General's office, and no, sir, I don't have anything else to add
• Paul DeV. Chasen: We know where it's going to be. Representative Bamberg: No.

Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 162, which would change the workers’ compensation medical treatment schedule appeals process by allowing additional medical evidence submitted in court to be sent back to the medical director for review and a new opinion. The Attorney General’s office explained the bill, noting a 30-day deadline for the medical director to act before the case returns to court. The bill drew support from injured workers and several business and labor groups, and the committee adopted technical amendments and then reported the bill favorably without objection. House Bill 353, which would establish a state minimum wage starting at $12 in 2027, rising to $15 in 2029 and then indexed to inflation, prompted extensive testimony and debate. Supporters, including the sponsor, Invest in Louisiana, the Workplace Justice Project, 10,000 Women Louisiana, and the AFL-CIO, argued that Louisiana’s wages have lagged behind living costs, that many workers remain in poverty despite working, and that higher wages would help families and local economies. Opponents, including NFIB and several members, argued that the market is already setting wages above the federal minimum in many jobs, that a mandate would raise costs, compress pay scales, reduce hours or jobs, and hurt small businesses. After discussion, the committee voted on the bill and it failed on a roll call vote. The committee then reported Senate Bill 383 favorably with amendments. That bill expands the incumbent worker training program by increasing funding flexibility, shortening the business eligibility period from three years to two, and allowing unobligated funds to roll over. Members and the Louisiana Works secretary discussed workforce training, outreach, and how to connect workers to existing training programs and high-demand jobs. The committee also reported Senate Bill 382 favorably, which repeals the Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council, and began hearing House Bill 422, the “Behind-the-Counter Safety Act,” aimed at workplace violence protections for retail and food service workers, including signage, reporting, and enhanced penalties; the sponsor explained it was intended to address attacks on frontline workers and to give businesses a tool to warn against violence.

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• Hello, my name is Paul Hollage. I also work at the Rodeo Energy Complex there.
• My name is Paul Webster Bragg, safety regional director. I'm here in support of the bill.
• Paul Mason with Pacific Forest Trust here on Item 6.

Summary: The subcommittee heard extensive testimony on the governor’s proposed sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) tax credit, which would provide a $1 to $2 per gallon credit against the diesel excise tax for SAF sold for use in California from 2026 to 2036. The Department of Finance and CARB argued the proposal would help decarbonize aviation, support a long-term transition in the fuel sector, and encourage in-state investment and jobs. The Legislative Analyst’s Office and several outside witnesses recommended rejecting the proposal, saying it is a relatively expensive way to reduce greenhouse gases, could have uncertain or limited net climate benefits, and may shift limited feedstocks away from renewable diesel rather than create additional fuel supply. A major point of debate was whether the credit would mainly benefit California refineries and workers or instead subsidize out-of-state producers while reducing revenue for transportation programs. Supporters, including union members, refinery workers, airlines, Boeing, and airport representatives, said SAF is one of the few viable near-term options for aviation, that California should keep fuel production and jobs in-state, and that the credit would help maintain refinery operations and support the industry’s transition. Opponents, including the LAO, trucking and fuels groups, environmental organizations, and county/road advocates, warned that the proposal could raise gasoline and diesel prices, reduce diesel excise tax revenue for highways and local streets and roads, and provide limited climate benefit compared with other uses of state funds. Some members also raised concerns about feedstock availability, food-system impacts, and whether the policy should be more narrowly targeted if the goal is to support a specific refinery. No vote was taken. The chair stated at the outset that all items on the agenda were being held open for a future hearing, and public comment was taken after the first item because of the level of interest. The hearing then continued with public testimony, which was split between strong support from labor and industry and strong opposition from environmental, transportation, and local government groups.

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• My name is Paul Hollage. I also work at the Rodeo Energy Complex there.
• My name is Paul Webster Bragg, safety regional director. I'm here in support of the bill.
• Paul Mason with Pacific Forest Trust here on Item 6.

Summary: The subcommittee heard testimony on the governor’s proposed sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) tax credit, which would provide a $1 to $2 per gallon credit against the diesel excise tax for SAF sold for use in California from 2026 to 2036. The Department of Finance and CARB argued the credit would help decarbonize aviation, support refinery transitions, and keep fuel production and jobs in California. The Legislative Analyst’s Office recommended rejecting the proposal, saying it is a relatively expensive way to reduce greenhouse gases, could have uncertain or limited climate benefits, and would reduce diesel excise tax revenue that supports highways, local streets and roads, and other transportation programs. A major point of debate was whether the credit would simply shift limited feedstocks from renewable diesel to SAF rather than create new low-carbon fuel supply. Professor Aaron Smith and the LAO said that because feedstocks such as used cooking oil, tallow, and vegetable oils are limited and already used in other fuel markets, the policy could increase SAF at the expense of renewable diesel, with possible increases in fuel prices and little net emissions benefit. Administration and CARB staff disputed that outcome, saying additional waste-based feedstocks are available and that the policy would not meaningfully raise gasoline or diesel prices. Senators focused on feedstock availability, impacts on road funding, fairness to consumers, and whether the proposal was really aimed at preserving specific refineries such as Phillips 66. Public comment was sharply divided. Labor representatives, refinery workers, airlines, Boeing, airports, and some local residents supported the proposal, emphasizing jobs, refinery investment, and aviation’s need for a liquid-fuel decarbonization pathway. Environmental and transportation groups, including the Center for Biological Diversity, World Resources Institute, Earthjustice, California Environmental Voters, counties, cities, and trucking and asphalt associations, opposed it, citing weak net climate benefits, possible fuel-price impacts, and losses to transportation funding. No vote was taken; the chair announced all items would be held open for a future hearing.

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• I want to bring them up in a little while, which Paul heard and Woody Jenkins.
• My name's Paul Hurd.
• Paul Hurd. I heard you say earlier that you helped write the constitutional amendment in 2006.

Summary: The House Natural Resources Committee met on House Bill 7 by Speaker Pro Tem Johnson, the Louisiana Landowners Protection Act, which would remove eminent domain authority for carbon capture and geological sequestration projects. After housekeeping and roll call, the committee adopted a set of technical amendments that cleaned up definitions, removed a stray statutory reference, and changed “commissioner” to “secretary.” The author then gave an extended presentation arguing the bill was needed to align Louisiana law with the state constitution’s property-rights protections and recent court rulings, and to ensure carbon capture projects proceed only through voluntary agreements rather than forced takings. Several members questioned the author and supportive witnesses about whether the bill would stop carbon capture, affect oil and gas pipelines, or disrupt investment. The author and supporters said it would not stop projects, only prevent taking land without consent, and argued that landowners—especially small and rural owners—should not face the threat of expropriation. Supportive testimony also emphasized family land, inheritance, and constitutional limits on takings. Some members raised concerns about changing the rules after prior legislative action and about the economic importance of carbon capture, but the author responded that the legislature had made a mistake in 2020 and should correct it now. Opposition testimony came from representatives of the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association, the Louisiana Chemistry Association, and attorneys who handle right-of-way matters. They argued that eminent domain is a rare last resort, that existing law and the Landowner Bill of Rights already protect owners, and that the Constitution’s provisions for private-entity expropriation are different from the provisions discussed by the bill’s supporters. They warned that removing the tool for carbon capture would chill investment, threaten jobs and revenue, and could spill over into other energy infrastructure. The committee did not reach a final vote on the bill in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• I want to bring them up in a little while, which Paul Hebert and Woody Jenkins.
• My name's Paul Hurd.
• Paul Hurd.

Committee: House Natural Resources & Environment

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• Why, I mean, the perception is this is Robin Peter to pay Paul, right?
• Why, I mean, we're, the perception is this is Robin Peter to pay Paul, right?
• Paul Mason, with Pacific Forest Trust.

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• Why, I mean, the perception is this is Robin Peter to pay Paul, right?
• Why, I mean, we're, the perception is this is Robin Peter to pay Paul, right?
• Paul Mason, with Pacific Forest Trust.

Summary: The meeting began with a budget subcommittee hearing on a proposed sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) tax credit trailer bill. Assembly Members Ávila Farías and another member spoke in support, emphasizing union jobs, refinery investments, and the need to decarbonize aviation. The Department of Finance said the Governor’s proposal would provide a $1 to $2 per gallon credit against the diesel excise tax for SAF sold in California from 2026 to 2036. The Legislative Analyst’s Office recommended rejecting the proposal, arguing it is a relatively expensive way to reduce emissions, has uncertain environmental benefits, could significantly reduce transportation revenues, and conflicts with the spirit of voter restrictions on transportation taxes. Committee members questioned whether the credit would mainly benefit out-of-state producers, whether firms would have diesel tax liability to use the credit, and whether the proposal would shift production away from renewable diesel and raise fuel prices. Administration and CARB staff said the credit is intended to support aviation decarbonization, preserve jobs, and help keep California on track toward its 2045 climate goals. LAO and UC Berkeley testimony countered that the policy could mostly subsidize existing technologies, that feedstock supply is limited, and that the net emissions benefit may be small relative to the cost. Members also asked about the effect on local streets and roads, SHOP, and trade corridor funding; Finance estimated a $165 million annual revenue impact would reduce those programs, while LAO said the reductions would mean fewer projects over time. No vote was taken, and the chair said the issue would remain open for further discussion. The committee then moved to a zero-emission vehicle incentive trailer bill proposing a one-time $200 million appropriation to CARB for a new point-of-sale incentive program focused on first-time buyers and leases of new and used light-duty ZEVs. Supporters said the program would help offset the loss of the federal EV tax credit, maintain momentum in California’s ZEV transition, and use a one-to-one match with participating automakers to double the state’s investment. LAO recommended rejection, saying the proposal does not meet the high budget bar this year, lacks enough program detail to evaluate, is unlikely to move sales significantly given the size of the appropriation, and could duplicate existing state and utility programs. Members asked about current incentives across light-, medium-, and heavy-duty sectors, the recent decline in ZEV sales, and whether the program would help lower-income buyers rather than subsidize purchases that would have happened anyway. CARB said the proposal is meant to fill a gap in the light-duty market, where sales fell sharply after the federal credit expired, and noted existing programs for other vehicle classes. The Department of Finance also addressed a separate question about the Motor Vehicle Account, saying a previously planned GGRF transfer was no longer needed because updated forecasts showed the fund had sufficient balances, though LAO said the account still has a structural long-term imbalance. The discussion ended before any vote or action on the ZEV proposal.

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• Paul, we have like municipal water.
• Paul retired cop of over 30 years.
• Paul retired cop of over 30 years.

Bills: HF1667 , HF2526 , HF68

Committee: House Elections Finance and Government Operations

Keywords: correctional fees, supervision fees, probation, Department of Corrections, criminal justice funding, electronic home monitoring, drug testing, restitution collection, community service work, postprison supervision, court-ordered services, fee sunset, fee phaseout, offender fees, community corrections, supervised individuals

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• In the East Gallery, a young man named Paul Haas, who is going to stand up now, a constituent of mine
• Paul, thank you for being here, as his brother, sister, and mom having to pass.
• Paul, thank you for being here, my friend. Welcome to the Florida Senate.