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• Please silence all electronic devices.
• rights restored and to register to vote.
• rights restored and to register to vote.
• And by your vote, SB 1734 is reported favorably.
• And by your vote, SB 1734 is reported favorably.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice met and reported several bills favorably. SB 646, by President Gates, would allow the use of drug testing tools such as test strips and reagent kits to detect dangerous adulterants like fentanyl and xylazine; it was supported by Senator Osgood and others who said it could help prevent overdose deaths, and it passed unanimously. SB 418, by Senator Jones, creates autism-focused law enforcement training and a voluntary Blue Envelope Program for drivers with autism; it drew strong support from Disability Rights Florida, parents, advocates, and committee members, who emphasized safety, communication, and de-escalation, and it also passed unanimously after extensive testimony.\n\nThe committee then considered SB 132, by Senator Polsky, which would require the Florida Commission on Offender Review to maintain a public database to help people determine whether they have completed the requirements for restoration of voting rights. An amendment making the database subject to legislative appropriation was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 1734, by Senator Martin, would recognize juvenile probation and detention officers as officers under state law, extend training and certification standards, and provide officer-level benefits and protections; it passed without opposition.\n\nFinally, the committee took up SB 820, by Senator Bradley, on problem-solving court reports. A strike-all amendment expanded annual reporting requirements for specialty courts, set a January 31 reporting deadline, and phased in the new data collection. After support from the State Courts Administrator and others, the amendment and the bill as amended were adopted and reported favorably. The committee then adjourned.

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• a paper copy if you would like them, but we know many of you have been moving more towards the electronic
• a paper copy if you would like them, but we know many of you have been moving more towards the electronic
• fee, and they don't, so they don't do any charging for that non-driver photo ID when it's done for voting
• And if we put it up electronically, I don't think there's a burden so much as, you know, that way when
• We could make it available electronically.

Summary: The committee began with roll call, introductions of a new fiscal analyst and a new member, and approval of the March 19 minutes. The first major presentation was from the Office of Management and Budget on the state’s general fund and special fund status through May. OMB reported general fund revenues were running below the legislative forecast by about $76 million, driven largely by weaker individual income tax and sales tax collections, though the projected ending balance remained positive and above the budgeted level. The budget stabilization fund was above its cap and would transfer excess earnings to the general fund, and the legacy fund balance continued to grow. Members also asked about federal funding uncertainty and mineral leasing revenue variability. The committee then reviewed compliance reports and trust fund analyses, followed by discussion of a bill draft for the fixed-route city transportation network study. The draft would create a $15 million general fund grant program with a formula-based distribution to eligible fixed-route transit cities, intended to support operating and capital needs and help match federal transit funds. Transit officials from Minot and Fargo testified in support, explaining local fare and match structures and the difficulty of replacing aging buses and securing federal matching dollars. Several members questioned whether the program should be limited to the current four cities or broadened to future eligible urban areas, and whether local funding sources should be explored further. The committee did not finalize the bill draft at that point and planned to continue discussion at a later meeting. The committee also approved a bill draft repealing obsolete language related to approval of a bi-state authority with South Dakota, after staff explained that no agreements had ever been implemented and the provision appeared outdated. A roll call vote was taken and the motion carried. Later, the Department of Commerce and the Northern Plains UAS Test Site presented updates on uncrewed aircraft systems initiatives, including the Vantis radar data enclave, the drone replacement program, and efforts to build a revenue model for Vantis. Test site officials said FAA approval had been secured for the radar data program, replacement of noncompliant drones was underway, and future revenue could come from state and external users once pricing and intellectual property arrangements are finalized. Members asked about Chinese-made drones, supply chain issues, automation, and how the system would manage beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation then presented on the design of a new minimum-security prison and a reentry housing study. Officials said the proposed facility would relocate the minimum-security prison to the penitentiary campus, reduce costs from an earlier estimate, and provide more beds and programming space, with construction potentially beginning in 2027 and opening around 2031. They also described staffing needs, the planned move of women to the New England facility, and possible expansion of men’s housing there. The parole and probation chief described a reentry housing task force studying housing needs for people leaving incarceration, with a goal of developing data-driven recommendations for subsidies and support services; a representative from Protection and Advocacy closed by expressing general support for fixed-route and paratransit funding.

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• But in an example like the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board, where I do get to be a voting member
• But in an example like the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board, where I do get to be a voting member
• But in an example like the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Board, where I do get to be a voting member
• so if there's an organization that, for some reason, isn't comfortable or isn't able to do it electronically
• too but I maybe that goes electronically too but I I<00:51:56.720> get<00:51:56.799> to

Keywords: 1183, house

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• What is the required vote? The required vote for a motion to refer a request for an excuse.
• Absence five-ninths of the members present in voting.
• You submitted a statement on your vote.
• There being 19 no votes and 2 yes votes, the motion fails.
• The original bill voted on in this Senate.

Bills: SB15, SB9, SB7, SB1, SB2, SB67, SB15, SB9, SB7

Keywords: real property, fraud, theft, elderly, disabled, statute of limitations, criminal offense, property rights, property tax, ad valorem tax, voter-approval tax rate, no-new-revenue tax rate, tax rate calculation, Tax Code, local government finance, municipality, county, special taxing unit, sales and use tax, property tax cap

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• Yes, chair Collins, yes. >> And by your Vote CS for SB 818, is reported favorably.
• But I'd like to recognize is voting for the bill.
• I would like to be recognized as voting no on the on the bill. Alright, any?
• In fact, we voted on that again as a body of you civil rules or some other. We voted on that.
• Unless a senator requests a separate vote on individual appointment appointee, we will take one vote

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Chair Koster: By your vote, show HB 797 reported favorably. Congratulations.
• Chair Koster: By your vote, HB 105 reported favorably. Congratulations.
• I'm voting up on the bill.
• So your bill is spot on, well thought out, and I'm voting up on it.
• Chair Koster: By your vote, HB 135 reported favorably. Congratulations.

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• SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES, ANYONE WISHING TO SPEAK SHOULD COMPLETE AN APPEARANCE FORM AND HAND IT
• THAT'S WHY I VOTED FOR IT AS WELL. LET'S MAKE SURE WE CAN GET THE KIDS ASLEEP THEY NEED.
• BY YOUR VOTE SENATE BILL 296 REPORTED FAVORABLY, CONGRATULATIONS.
• BY YOUR VOTE SHOW SENATE BILL 356 REPORTED FAVORABLY.
• Simon: >> Chair Calatayud: YES, BY YOUR VOTE SHOW SENATE BILL 166 REPORTED FAVORABLY.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Vice Chair Nelson votes aye. Altenburg votes aye. Quam Qualter votes no. Hicks is excused.
• Lee votes no. McDonald votes aye. Nado votes aye. Olson votes aye. Perez-Vega votes no.
• Schultz votes no. Myhra votes no. Sleznikow votes aye. Thank you, Madam Chair.
• Lee votes no. McDonald votes aye. Nado votes aye. Olson votes aye. Perez-Vega votes no.
• Schultz votes no. Myhra votes no. Sleznikow votes aye.

Bills: HF4277, HF3819, HF3489, HF4408, HF3901, HF4316

Keywords: child care, child care center, day care, licensed child care, video security cameras, surveillance, security cameras, maltreatment, child abuse, child safety, public and shared areas, camera mandate, child care assistance program, CCAP, Great Start Compensation Support, early learning scholarships, licensed provider, Minnesota Statutes 142B.68, Harvey's Law, privacy

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• More grant files, case files, things like that are electronic, right?
• There are still some agencies that have paper files, but most things have gone electronic, so we will
• right I mean there was a time electronic right I mean there was a time when<00:53:31.520> I<00
• so we will things have gone electronic so we will get<00:53:46.440> access<00:53:46.720> to
• you know we continue to electronically you know we continue to refine<00:53:54.559> our<00:53

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee approved the January 16, 2024 minutes without objection. Members then heard a presentation from the Office of the Legislative Auditor on its December 2024 performance audit of the Department of Human Services’ outstanding provider debt in Minnesota’s Medicaid fee-for-service program. Legislative Auditor Judy Randall said the audit was launched after the office noticed a large accounts receivable balance during the state financial statement audit and became concerned that DHS did not understand the extent of the overpayments, had poor data, and planned to forgo recovery of some recoverable balances. Deputy Legislative Auditor Lori Lyson explained that DHS had reported $51.7 million in provider debt across about 2,500 providers in fiscal year 2023, with testing focused on long-term care facilities and the largest balances. The audit concluded DHS did not comply with legal requirements and lacked adequate internal controls. Findings included that DHS had not attempted to recover more than $40 million since collection notices were last sent in 2015 and 2019; that the department planned to write off some balances under $1,000 and some older than six years despite the auditors’ view that at least some of that debt may still be recoverable; that DHS overstated accounts receivable in its financial reporting because it had not updated its allowance calculation since 2019; and that MMIS data were insufficient to verify balances, with 20 of 59 sampled providers not reconciling and many dates inaccurate. In response to member questions, the auditors said the overpayments appeared to be routine program adjustments rather than fraud, but the department could not explain many of them because detailed data are only retained for about three years. They also said they did not know which specific DHS leader approved not collecting the debt, and that responsibility for recovery appeared split between program and finance staff, with each pointing to the other. The auditors recommended DHS recover the debt where possible, improve internal controls, retain better documentation, ensure accurate financial reporting, and work with the legislature if needed to clarify recovery authority.

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• Red vote is to green vote is to affirm.
• wish to change their vote, explain their vote?
• wish to change their vote, explain their vote?
• wish to change their vote, explain their vote?
• wish to change their vote, explain their vote?

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened, established a quorum, and handled several ceremonial and introductory matters before moving into committee reports. The chamber welcomed the doctor of the day, recognized an intern and a guest in the gallery, extended birthday wishes to Senator Chris West, and received remarks from the Romanian Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Andre Moraru, who emphasized Romania’s strategic partnership with the United States, NATO cooperation, investment ties, energy projects, and support for Ukraine. Senators also briefly noted Maryland’s military and diplomatic ties to Romania. The ambassador’s remarks were journalized, and members were given time to meet with him off the floor. The Senate then took up a series of second-reading bills, mostly from the Finance Committee, adopting committee amendments and favorable reports without objection. Among the measures advanced were Senate Bill 39 on behavioral health reimbursement rate methodology and a work group for certified community behavioral health clinics and outpatient mental health centers; Senate Bill 605 directing the Public Service Commission to study broadband and VoIP oversight; Senate Bill 721, Ralph’s Act, providing expedited DDA/Medicaid eligibility for certain recently relocated individuals; and Senate Bill 891 on perinatal mental health screening, coverage, training, and reporting. Each was amended in committee and ordered printed for third reading. The Senate also advanced several House bills, including House Bill 427 extending the task force on responsible use of natural psychedelic substances and adding an HBCU representative; House Bill 480 requiring transportation network companies to maintain written deactivation policies; House Bill 532 requiring overtime pay for firefighters employed by governmental units after 168 hours in a 28-day period; House Bill 816 reducing the Maryland Automobile Insurance Fund assessment cap from 3% to 1% and authorizing an affordability program; House Bill 829 requiring human trafficking awareness training for certain for-hire and rideshare drivers; House Bill 862 requiring a two-person crew for certain freight rail operations in shared corridors, contingent on similar action in neighboring states; and House Bill 999 revising Class 9 limited distillery license rules and production limits. Most of these bills were reported favorably, with no objections, and were ordered to third reading or passed for third reading as applicable.

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• Andrew also have a principle as far as electronic pulse.
• Andrew also have a principle as far as electronic pulse.
• Andrew also have a principle as far as<00:26:08.640> electronic<00:26:09.200> pulse.
• Wasn't there an as electronic pulse.
• Is there any studies to see how this would handle electronic magnetic pulse for quantum or in general

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00 Attendance Roll Call 01:58 Approval of Minutes 03:05 Member Comments 03:18 Nanotechnologies in Energy 06:20, 958, all

Summary: The committee met and approved the minutes, then heard announcements and introductions from members and guests, including an invitation to an East Kentucky trail ride opening and welcomes for new EPIC and Kentucky Coal Association representatives and several constituents. After the opening business, the committee turned to a presentation on nanotechnology and energy applications by Rodney Andrews of the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research. Andrews explained how nanoscale materials behave differently because of their size and surface area, and described uses in consumer products, batteries, solar panels, catalysts, coatings, sensors, and energy storage. Members asked about the relationship between nanomaterials and coal, and Andrews said carbon nanotubes can be made from coal-derived hydrocarbons, which members noted as an opportunity for Kentucky’s coal and manufacturing sectors. He also discussed work on improved solar coatings, more stable perovskites, fuel-processing catalysts, hydrogen storage, renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, electromagnetic shielding, and conductive yarns and fabrics. The presentation also covered more advanced applications such as thermoelectric textiles, power transmission materials, thermal transport composites for aerospace, nanofluids for cooling, and fusion reactor shielding. In the final discussion, members raised questions about electromagnetic pulse protection and quantum computing; Andrews said the materials discussed could absorb and spread energy and that shielding applications may help with EMPs, while quantum computing remains limited by extremely low operating temperatures. No formal votes were taken beyond approval of the minutes.

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• I think we do have a problem with electronic waste in Minnesota generally.
• <00:52:03.960> thank giveaways and we urge a no vote thank giveaways and we urge a no vote
• Do I have to vote no on my bill? Thank you very much. A very good testimony.
• Uh, uh, Patty O'Keefe, Regional Director of Vote Solar, if you could please come to the table.
• Uh, uh, Patty O'Keefe, Regional Director of Vote Solar, if you could please come to the table.

Bills: HF1277, HF1006

Keywords: data centers, tax exemption, Minnesota statutes, economic development, employment growth, property tax, abatement, land bank, redevelopment, political subdivision, 1183, house

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• I would, I mean, my person, we should vote on it now, but I think that what we should vote on is...
• We should vote on it now, but I think that what we should vote on is whether we pass forward the idea
• So the vote today... Director Lethers. Thank you, just to be clear.
• And so the board voted to take no further action.
• And so the board voted to take no further action on this item this interim.

Summary: The Select Committee on Pension Policy Executive Committee approved the September minutes and received updates on two court cases, Fowler and Dolan. Staff explained that Fowler concerns interest calculations for members who transferred from Plan 2 to Plan 3 before 2002; the Ninth Circuit has already found liability, and the remaining issue is damages, which could be significant depending on the expert-driven calculation. Dolan was described as quieter, with briefing completed at the Court of Appeals and oral argument possible later this year or early next year. The committee also heard an actuarial update on the interim work plan, including planned informational briefings on month-of-death policy, a Plan 1 ad hoc COLA, and the OSA demographic experience study, which is still under external audit. Members asked whether updated fiscal notes had been prepared for two bills under study; staff said preliminary analysis had been done and full updates would come if the bills move forward. The committee then discussed how to handle the ad hoc COLA item and agreed to have staff draft a letter endorsing House Bill 1474 and any similar Senate bill for a one-year ad hoc COLA, to be brought back for full committee consideration in November. Staff reviewed the draft November and December work plan. The committee adopted the November agenda, which includes annual updates from the State Investment Board and Retirement Systems, the left one study closeout, and the ad hoc COLA action item. Members also discussed whether excess compensation and 2026 session prep should be handled by email rather than in a meeting, with general agreement to move the session prep to electronic communication and possibly handle excess compensation as an informational item, depending on availability. Constituent correspondence included several messages on climate change and Plan 1 COLAs, including support for the merger bill and COLAs in general. Jacob White of the LEOFF 2 Board reported that the board had only held an educational briefing on excess compensation and overtime, found the data limited, and took no further action. The meeting ended with thanks to staff and an adjournment vote.

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• Computer and electronics product manufacturing—I know David will dive deep into that world later with
• Launched in 2023, the vision of our institute is for Florida to lead the world in specialty electronics
• Just a few key insights from the semiconductor-specific report: semiconductor electronics workforce is
• I think our economy—many are calling this a fourth or fifth industrial revolution—of how AI and electronics
• I think our economy—many are calling this a fourth or fifth industrial revolution—of how AI and electronics

Summary: The Careers and Workforce Subcommittee met for its first meeting of the year, took roll, and heard member introductions centered on the importance of workforce pathways beyond the traditional four-year college route. Members repeatedly emphasized manufacturing, trades, rural workforce needs, apprenticeships, and helping students and adults find multiple paths to good jobs. The chair outlined the subcommittee’s focus on policies that build a skilled workforce and announced the day’s theme would be manufacturing, with presentations from the Florida Department of Commerce, the Florida Semiconductor Institute, and Fleet Force CDL training. Secretary Alex Kelly presented Florida’s manufacturing report, saying manufacturing is a major economic driver and that Florida has become the 10th largest state in manufacturing employment. He highlighted strong job multipliers, rapid growth in manufacturing GDP and establishments, the importance of logistics and ports, and the state’s small-business-heavy manufacturing base. He also stressed the aging manufacturing workforce, the need for modern skills such as robotics, cybersecurity, and data analytics, and the role of public-private partnerships, apprenticeships, and workforce education investments in supporting reshoring and industry growth. Dr. David Arnold described Florida’s semiconductor sector and the Florida Semiconductor Institute’s mission to grow research, workforce, and ecosystem development. He said semiconductors are strategically important, Florida ranks fifth nationally in semiconductor workforce, and the main bottleneck is mid-level technician talent rather than engineers or entry-level workers. He pointed to NeoCity, Valencia College, and other regional partnerships as models, and said the state needs more proactive planning, better instructor capacity, and stronger pathways from K-12 through postsecondary. Evan Agiloff of Fleet Force discussed Florida’s CDL shortage, saying trucking is essential to the supply chain, Florida has about 18,000 open CDL positions, and Fleet Force’s college-based model can quickly move students into middle-class jobs. Members asked about apprenticeships, CTE pathways, semiconductor training, infrastructure needs, and how to expand and better fund workforce programs; no votes were taken.

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• The House Committee on Administration has established an electronic public comment process for all Texans
• All public comments submitted through the portal will be posted on the electronic legislative Information
• , uh, to, I know there's a lot going on, risk requests to go back and forth on committees, both to vote

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• To all those wishing to testify in person, please ensure you're registered. through the electronic witness
• law will also remove outdated paper retention policies and allow utilities to maintain records electronically
• However, concerns remain that if that vote ever came up again and Austin switched to a strong mayor form

Bills: HB303, HB 1107, HB 1063, HB1517, HB1991, HB2464, HB3509, HB3527, HB303

Keywords: municipality, local government, Type A, Type B, Type C, change authority, emergency medical services, civil service status, municipal government, public safety, local government code, school funding, education, state budget, local control, equity, tenant legal services, eviction, low-income tenants, disability rights

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• BEFORE WE GET STARTED PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU SILENCE YOUR ELECTRONIC DEVICES.
• FELT FITTING TO MAKE THE SUNSET THE SAME AS OUR TERM ON IT SO EVERY LEGISLATION HAS THE CHANCE TO VOTE
• I ASSUME WE ARE GOING TO BE VOTING ON THIS PROPOSAL SHORTLY.
• I NOTICED THAT WE AS MEMBERS OF THE COMMITTEE ARE NOT GIVEN NOTIFICATION WE WOULD BE VOTING ON THESE
• BEFORE WE ARE PASSING THE VOTE ON THEIR PROPOSALS?

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• roll call vote. roll call vote.
• state of the vote. state of the vote.
• vote.
• to vote. to vote.
• Vote friends, if you're ready, vote yes. Vote green. green. green.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• We talk things out before we finally vote in executive session.
• Yep, are we voting or giving a preference right now, if you have one?
• Use of electronic devices: some chairs are not a fan of us having electronic devices up and running while
• The public should know what they are voting on on certain days.
• required to be in our seat for our vote required to be in our seat for our vote to<03:21:22.279>

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The meeting was an introductory organizational session for the House Legislative Administration Committee. Chair Greg Hill and Vice Chair Vanessa Sheen welcomed members, introduced the new clerk and committee staff, and described the committee as generally nonpartisan and focused on bills on their merits. They also noted that many bills are handled on a consent calendar after discussion, and that the committee often works closely with staff, House counsel, and the House clerk on procedural matters. A substantial portion of the meeting focused on committee operations and expectations: how committee reports should be prepared and submitted, the use of electronic submissions, scheduling hearings, and the need for clear bill placards at the witness table for livestream viewers. Members discussed the committee’s calendar, including a proposed conflict with the governor’s budget address, and ultimately settled on moving the remaining hearings to February 19. The chair also emphasized advance notice for absences or amendments, and said executive sessions can be scheduled as time allows under current rules. House Clerk Paul Smith testified about his role as a nonpartisan officer and said he would be providing informational testimony on a bill affecting a law he sponsored years ago, as well as on a forthcoming PSLF-related bill for legislators. He also spoke about legislative customs, precedents, and the value of parliamentary procedure. The chair concluded with guidance on decorum: arrive on time, avoid interruptions during testimony, keep food out of the room, use electronic devices discreetly, and route questions through the chair for clarification rather than debate.

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• Vote no. I yield back.
• Members will record their votes by electronic device.
• This will be a 15-minute vote. those favoring a vote by the eyes and N those favoring a vote by the eyes
• votes by electronic device record their votes by electronic device this<01:20:56.840> will<01
• We tell our constituents to vote.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, February 13, 2025, 1012, house, all