Transcript Highlights:

• Please identify yourself for the record and go ahead with your testimony. Hello.
• Bandelin, please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
• Bandelin, please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony. Thanks.
• Can you please introduce yourself for the committee and then go ahead with your testimony?
• Cohen, if you can identify yourself for the record and go ahead with your testimony.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• <01:24:04.920> chair record and present your testimony chair record and present your testimony
• <01:32:22.360> okay record and present your testimony okay record and present your testimony
• you thank you m GGO for your testimony you thank you m GGO for your testimony today<01:36:23.639
• Thank you, Miss Miller, for your testimony.
• Seeing no one, public testimony is closed.

Bills: HF1419, HF500

Keywords: nursing facilities, reimbursement rates, elderly care, minimum wage, healthcare funding, nursing home, employment standards, worker rights, Minnesota Statutes, labor compensation, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• If somebody in-person public testimony.
• For the record, testimony this morning.
• /c><02:44:10.640> two<02:44:10.880> members testimony today, there were two members testimony
• And to reply to an earlier testimony, we don't finish in November.
• And today's remote testimony, we had one in support and 13 opposed.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I know that much of my testimony today has been very heavy.
• about when talking to people to prepare for this testimony.
• Thank you so much for your testimony.
• Thank you so much for your testimony. I'm glad you mentioned in testimony and statements.
• Thank you to the commission for inviting my testimony.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The meeting focused on the commission’s work addressing antisemitism in Massachusetts, including security, education, victim services, and legal responses. A major presentation came from former federal prosecutor Eric O’Sham, who described the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh, the attack’s planning and execution, the 11 victims killed, the defendant’s white supremacist and antisemitic online activity, the federal prosecution, and the long aftermath for the victim community. Commissioners asked about prevention, radicalization online, security for houses of worship, and how to support victims; O’Sham emphasized the limits of law enforcement when speech is protected, the importance of public education, security grants, and victim-witness support. The commission also heard from Ariel Holman of Agudath Israel, who described a wide range of antisemitic incidents affecting Orthodox Jews, including assaults, threats, vandalism, school harassment, and zoning barriers, and urged expanded security personnel grants, mental health resources, kosher food access, and support for synagogue development. Other speakers included advocates and local officials who supported Holocaust education, the planned Boston Holocaust Museum, cemetery protection, and broader public education efforts, while some public commenters criticized the commission’s focus or raised concerns about definitions of antisemitism and free speech. The meeting concluded with approval of prior meeting minutes and the start of public comment, which was limited to three minutes per speaker due to time constraints.

Transcript Highlights:

• Because of that, testimony is going to be limited to two minutes.
• Thank you to the committee for considering my testimony.
• Feel free to email in the total testimony as well. Thank you.
• This is my testimony in support of Credit Control S4-47.
• Could you just make sure you submit your testimony to the chair?

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government held a long public hearing focused mainly on two sets of issues: proposals to amend or repeal the MBTA Communities Act, and bills to allow local rent stabilization. Committee chairs opened by explaining the hearing would be tightly managed because of the very large number of speakers, with testimony limited to two minutes per person and written testimony still accepted by email. Members and witnesses were called in a mix of in-person and virtual order throughout the hearing. On the MBTA Communities Act, several legislators and local officials argued the law is too rigid and should be revised to account for local conditions. Speakers from small, rural, or infrastructure-limited communities such as Hanson, Halifax, Marshfield, Winthrop, Dracut, Carver, Rehoboth, and others said the law’s one-size-fits-all approach does not fit towns with limited water, sewer, transit access, or buildable land. Some filed bills would repeal the law, exempt certain communities, or create appeals processes based on infrastructure, environmental, or historical constraints. Supporters of the law’s changes emphasized local control and the need to avoid forcing development where communities believe it is impractical or inconsistent with town character. A large portion of the hearing was devoted to rent stabilization legislation, especially S. 1447 and related House bills. Supporters included legislators, city councilors, tenant advocates, labor leaders, housing nonprofits, public health organizations, and residents who described sharp rent increases, displacement, homelessness risk, and the strain on working families, seniors, students, and people with disabilities. They argued local-option rent stabilization would let municipalities cap excessive increases and prevent no-fault evictions while preserving flexibility for local conditions. Opponents, including small landlords and property owners, said rent control would discourage investment, worsen housing quality, burden responsible owners, and drive small landlords out of the market. Some witnesses also supported a Cape Cod/Island transfer fee bill and a suburban infrastructure fund, arguing those would provide local revenue for housing or roads. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the hearing.

Transcript Highlights:

• <00:15:53.600> But that I think that was KD's testimony But that I think that was KD's testimony
• but this committee really the testimony but this committee really the testimony that<00:22:20.559
• That is my understanding from testimony. That is my understanding from testimony.
• We're we're going to end this testimony.
• These are this much for your testimony.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 KentuckyWired Communications Network Authority 00:01:20 Artificial Intelligence and Free Expression 00:38:40, 958, all

Summary: The committee questioned KCNA officials about the Kentucky Wired network refresh, focusing on whether the equipment truly needed replacement now and what the vendor end-of-support dates were for the network’s layer 1, 2, and 3 equipment. Senators and representatives pressed for invoices, purchase orders, and vendor documentation, and KCNA staff explained that end-of-support dates vary by specific model and component, not just by broad product family. KCNA agreed to provide a detailed list of components, part numbers, and support dates, and acknowledged that some requested documentation had not yet been produced. A major point of discussion was the timing of the system refresh. KCNA said the 10-year refresh schedule comes from the project agreement, specifically Schedule 19, Section 2.1B, which requires the first system refresh to be completed by September 3, 2026. Committee members argued the network equipment appears to remain in service life for at least the next two years and questioned why an upgrade would be needed immediately. KCNA responded that failing to complete the refresh could excuse the service provider from contractual obligations and could constitute a material breach or default under the project and bond documents. Members also asked about network capacity and the impact on schools and state users. KCNA said it would need to check with Quark for an exact utilization figure, while the chair cited prior testimony that schools account for about 80% of traffic and KCNA about 20%. The committee raised concerns about schools not connected to the network and the effect of KCNA’s actions on continuity of service, while KCNA disputed that K-12 service had been put at risk. KCNA also explained the contract and payment structure: the Commonwealth’s project agreement runs through Kentucky Wired Infrastructure Corporation/Quark, with KEDA-issued bonds and funds flowing through Quark in a waterfall structure. The meeting ended with KCNA agreeing to request underlying vendor invoices from Quark, provide the requested contract documents, and supply information on the status of the wholesaler replacement procurement and related litigation. No formal vote was taken.

Transcript Highlights:

• A reminder to everyone in this committee that we accept testimony from members of the public and witnesses
• I hate reading testimony. Thank you.
• I hate reading testimony. Thank you. Thank you. Your testimony is noted by the committee.
• Thank you for your testimony. Other lead witness in opposition?
• Thank you for your testimony.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• There will be a limit of 2 minutes per witness during public testimony.
• We'll proceed to uh we'll continue with public testimony.
• Alright, we will proceed to public testimony.
• OK, we will proceed to public testimony.
• We'll go to public testimony. The Chair calls Ed Johnson.

Transcript Highlights:

• There will be a limit of two minutes per witness during public testimony.
• Testimony, and we will recognize your right to close. Thank you, ma'am. Thank you.
• We'll proceed to or we'll continue with public testimony.
• All right, we will proceed to public testimony.
• Okay, we will proceed to public testimony.

Bills: HB3097, HB3691, SB108, SB827, SB1541, SB1862, SB2166, SB2216

Keywords: Texas elections, Election Code, uniform election date, November election, local elections, political subdivisions, general election date, election administration, municipal utility district, county elections, local government, ballot scheduling, candidate filing, voter turnout, election calendar, HB 3097, early voting, electronic application, mail-in ballot, voting accessibility

Transcript Highlights:

• I look forward to the testimony of these witnesses.
• You may begin your testimony. Thank you Sheriff.
• Thank you for your testimony. Next, we're pleased to welcome former Congressman Mr.
• Thank you for being here and I look forward to hearing your testimony.
• For just such an extraordinarily powerful testimony.

Transcript Highlights:

• Now there is a point of conflict between Speaker Craddock's testimony and mine.
• We really appreciate your testimony and in being with us. uh, and there being non-public testimony is
• Alright, uh, well, we reserve your right to close and we'll move on to public testimony.
• Uh, I do appreciate the, the testimony that we, that we heard.
• We appreciate your testimony.

Bills: HB188, HB 265, HJR35

Keywords: emergency preparedness, flood-prone communities, Texas Rural Emergency Preparedness Fund, disaster relief, funding, youth camp, safety regulations, advisory committee, child welfare, health standards, summer camp, camp safety, child abuse reporting, child neglect, mandatory reporting, background check, criminal history check, sex offender registry, CPR training, first aid

Transcript Highlights:

• The public testimony is closed. I'm sorry, I'm actually... Ben Shepard, Mr.
• We really appreciate your testimony. And their being non-public testimony is now closed.
• We appreciate your testimony.
• There being none, public testimony is closed.
• There being no public testimony, the session is closed.

Bills: HB188, HB265, HJR35, HJR47, SB1901, HB188, HB265, HJR35

Keywords: Texas STRONG defense fund, severance tax revenue, oil and gas revenue, constitutional transfers, rainy day fund, economic stabilization fund, state highway fund, oil and gas production, qualifying county, county grants, water infrastructure, first responders, public safety, DPS staffing, commercial motor vehicle safety, gang violence prevention, human trafficking prevention, economic development, TxDOT grants, school districts

Transcript Highlights:

• Um, I stand in strong support, and on my testimony, I would just like to add I'm a former school teacher
• Uh, we stand on our testimony with comments as submitted by our controller in the department.
• , I I would just like and on my testimony, I I would just like to<00:11:11.120> add<00:11:11.360
• <00:13:02.639> with<00:13:02.880> comments we stand on our testimony with comments
• Is there any individual that would like to submit testimony in person or online?

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard STR 73 SD1, which requests the Office of Wellness and Resilience to develop a report on the developmental needs of children born during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Office of Wellness and Resilience testified in support, saying it was eager to work with local researchers on evidence-based, community-informed recommendations. Support also came from a Zoom testifier, the Department of Education, and the Hawaii Community Foundation. The testifier emphasized the need for trauma-informed supports for children who were ages zero to five during COVID, especially in communities also affected by the Kilauea eruption and the Maui wildfires. Members discussed the long-term impacts of the pandemic and natural disasters on children, and one member said they would support the measure but vote with reservations because they wanted the phrase “climate crisis” changed to “natural disasters.” The committee adopted the chair’s recommendation to pass the resolution as is, with some members noting reservations. The committee then took up SCR 239 SD1, which asks DAGS, DLNR, and the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation to provide universal changing accommodations in state and county facilities and parks. DAGS submitted comments, DLNR State Parks testified that it supported the intent but raised concerns about the cost and feasibility of retrofitting existing facilities, noting it has 73 comfort stations statewide, ongoing vandalism and maintenance issues, and possible ADA space conflicts. The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities and the Hawaii Disability Rights Center supported the measure, with testimony stressing that accessible changing facilities are important for independence and equity for people with disabilities. In response to questions, DLNR said it had not received complaints about the lack of such infrastructure and that any future installations should be considered in new designs rather than existing facilities. After discussion, the chair moved to defer the resolution, citing budget and implementation concerns and suggesting the issue be revisited in the future with a revised approach and possible needs assessment. The committee agreed to defer SCR 239 SD1 and then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• All right, seeing none, we'll close the testimony and go to member discussion.
• But I will, as he said, limit my testimony to Section 5.
• Holden, you didn't have separate testimony. Okay, very good.
• If you'd like to state your name, please, and go ahead with your testimony.
• So, seeing none, we'll close testimony and go to member discussion.

Bills: HF2354, HF1672, HF2389, HF2870, HF2743, HF1918, HF2551, HF1671

Keywords: medical assistance, fraud prevention, subpoena authority, criminal penalties, consumer protection, medical cannabis, medical marijuana, cannabis, cannabinoids, hemp, marijuana registry, patient registry, visiting patient, Tribal cannabis, Tribal medical cannabis program, Tribal sovereignty, Office of Cannabis Management, designated caregiver, home cultivation, adult-use cannabis

Transcript Highlights:

• So, is that uh testimony. Okay.
• Thank you very much for your testimony. Thank you very much for your testimony.
• And we thank you very much for your<03:40:32.479> testimony. your testimony. your testimony.
• <04:31:16.800> via very substantial written testimony via very substantial written testimony
• Um, thank you for the testimony.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Is there anyone that'd like to add on their me too testimony in support? Okay.
• Okay, thank you both for your testimony.
• So I'd like to thank my witness for the testimony.
• Is there anyone who would like to add on any testimony in opposition or any me-too testimony? Okay.
• Is there anyone who'd like to add testimony in opposition to this bill?

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• "I agree with the introducer and the wide support of co-signers, including supportive testimony from
• Uh, however, there's a testimony from the Hawaii State Energy Office that cautions that the design of
• Uh, however, there's a testimony from the Hawaii State Energy Office that cautions that the design of
• from the Hawaii State Energy testimony from the Hawaii State Energy Office Office Office that<00:30:
• We had opposing testimony from the AG's office and the state procurement office stating such.

Bills: HR11, HB1872, HB2171, HB2161, HB2416, HB2518, HB2617, HB2159, HB2606, HB2362, HB2385, HB2476, HB1923, HB2444, HB1608, HB1967, HB1968, HB2502, HB1782, HB2357, HB2445, HB1870, HB1838, HB2137, HB2208, HB2458, HB1972, HB2007, HB2160, HB2343, HB2315, HB2505, HB1857, HB469, HB1452, HB814, HB1621, HB1880, HB1831, HB1572, HB2119, HB2139, HB2459, HB2194, HB2561, HB2017, HB1931, HB1700, HB1719, HB1726, HB1737, HB1742, HB2049, HB2383, HB2116, HB2446, HB2249, HB2255, HB2320, HB2360, HB2581, HB2443, HB1531, HB2622, HB9, HB2290, HB2291, HB2235, HB2263, HB2498, HB1579, HB1728, HB1900

Keywords: 808 Elite, youth football, American Youth Football National Championships, AYF, Hawaii football, youth athletics, sports recognition, commendation, House resolution, student-athletes, sportsmanship, teamwork, state pride, Hawaii youth sports, national championship, early learning, apprenticeship, child care, education funding, workforce development

Transcript Highlights:

• Otherwise, we'll go straight to testimony. Okay, let's go to testimony.
• Thank you very much for your testimony. Thank you. Okay, Leah Silverman. Come on up.
• Thank you very much for your testimony. We do have one more that put in. Okay.
• Thank you very much for your testimony. Any questions? ...removed per Pico v.
• Okay, testimony on 14—no, we're just voting it. Okay, 1434.

Bills: SB1433, SB1434, SB1435, SB1567, SB1571, SB1686, SB1745, SCR1024, SCR1025, HB2671, HB2676, HCR2044

Keywords: county boundaries, Maricopa, Gila, Pinal, Yavapai, Yuma, La Paz, local governance, Arizona Revised Statutes, Maricopa county, county division, new counties, intergovernmental agreements, special election, shared use agreements, education, explicit material, parental consent, student protection, library access

Transcript Highlights:

• If you would please introduce yourself and proceed with your testimony. file 2090 be laid over thank
• thank you so much chair and testimony thank you so much chair and members<00:03:24.840> of<00
• Thank you for your testimony, Ms. Williams.
• Please introduce yourself for the record and proceed with your testimony. Mr.
• Bill thank you for your testimony Bill thank you for your testimony representative<00:07:51.800>

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• A sample of those is shown in Figure 1 in my testimony.
• The result of that has shown... in Figure 2 of my testimony.
• Thanks for your testimony.
• With that, there being no more public testimony.
• Testimony is closed on SB 815, and the bill is left pending.

Bills: SB 6, SB6, SB504, SB765, SB815, SB929

Keywords: hemp, consumable hemp, hemp-derived cannabinoids, CBD, cannabidiol, CBG, cannabigerol, delta-8, delta-9, intoxicating hemp, hemp gummies, hemp vape, edibles, cannabinoid regulation, hemp licensing, retailer registration, product registration, QR code labeling, child-resistant packaging, minor access