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• you moving on I open the executive you moving on I open the executive session<00:14:08.320> on
• That concludes our executive session this morning.
• I'm the executive director of the New Hampshire Dental Society.
• I'm the executive director of the New Hampshire Dental Society.
• I'm the executive director of the New Hampshire Dental Society.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee took up several bills in executive session, beginning with HB 568 on subdivision regulations concerning water supply. Representative Donnelly moved ITL, arguing the bill would create costly studies, that towns already have jurisdiction over needed studies, and that the issue was not widespread. The committee voted ITL 9-7. HB 582, dealing with safety requirements for personal watercraft, was also moved ITL on the grounds that existing law already covers the issue and the bill was unnecessary after recent action on personal flotation devices. Representative Derby opposed the ITL, saying the bill was a common-sense safety measure and would restore a misdemeanor penalty, but the committee voted ITL 9-7. The committee then retained HB 595, relative to coastal resilience zones, after members said the bill was important but needed more work and time because of its complexity. Members noted it should be revisited later, and the motion to retain passed 16-0. HB 607, funding the Hampton Beach Area Commission and making appropriations, received an ought-to-pass recommendation 15-1, with support from members who described Hampton Beach as an important economic driver and one dissenting member saying the state should not bear the full cost. The committee also adopted Amendment 2025-3 on HB 624, establishing a local river management advisory committee grant program, by a 16-0 vote; the amendment shifted funding decisions to the Department of Environmental Services based on demonstrated need and a first-come, first-served process. The bill as amended then received an ought-to-pass recommendation 16-0 and was placed on consent. Later, the committee retained HB 629, funding the operation, maintenance, and repair of state dams, after members said the dams need attention but the bill required more work because suggested amendments had just been received. That motion passed 16-0. HB 644, concerning drones in state parks, was ITL’d because the Department of Parks and Recreation is already working through rulemaking on UAS use in remote areas, and the committee voted 16-0 for ITL. HB 657, the short notice booking act access for New Hampshire residents to state parks, was also ITL’d at the request of the prime sponsor, passing 16-0. The committee then adjourned and announced a later hearing on HB 663, which would allow the Division of Historical Resources to use a portion of Moose plate funds for administering its grant program; testimony from the sponsor and the division supported the bill as clarifying existing authority, and no final vote on HB 663 was included in the transcript excerpt.

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• I'm Wendy Gaty, the executive director for the Aggrous Development Corp.
• by its model program in Vail, just really shows how you can sound like you have the right idea and execute
• Ednau, executive director of the State Public Charter School Commission.
• :07.440> state<01:23:07.679> public executive director of the state public executive director
• <02:21:30.720> office acknowledges that the executive office acknowledges that the executive

Bills: HB1977, HB1764, HB1934, HB2533, HB1790, HB2181, HB1870, HB2140, HB2468, HB2358, HB1588, HB1688, HB1986, HB2030, HB2195, HB1949, HB1695, HB1950, HB2094, HB2115, HB2297, HB2336, HB2416, HB2049

Keywords: maternal health, infant health, mobile application, Medicaid, healthcare access, state programs, music education, public concerts, Hawaii State Library, cultural collaboration, music accessibility, libraries, education, reading programs, early childhood, nonprofit, community engagement, teacher retention, Hawaiian language education, special needs schools

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• Um, today's purpose is executive session and I'd like to open the executive session on HB 1245, relative
• > session<00:22:58.960> on This closes the executive session on This closes the executive
• I'd like to close the hearing, or the executive session, on HB 1767 and open the executive session on
• > session<01:10:27.199> on This closes the executive session on This closes the executive
• <01:10:31.440> session I now like to open the executive session I now like to open the executive

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• mostly retired part-time executive mostly retired part-time executive director<00:10:18.880>
• I was executive PD committee chair for three years.
• Are under the county executive, right?
• Um, in some sense they're under the county executive, right? Or they're... >> We are the executive.
• Um, in some sense they're under the county executive, right? Or they're... >> We are the executive.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first approved corrected minutes from October 6 after members noted and fixed several transcription and spelling errors, including a clarification that a comment about SAU numbers came from former Senator Jim Rubin. The vote to approve the corrected minutes was moved, seconded, and adopted with one abstention. The main presentation came from Chuck Bates of the New Hampshire Association of School Business Officials (ASBO), who described the organization, its certification program, and the role of school business administrators. He explained that ASBO members handle accounting and financial management, facilities, food service, HR, information systems, transportation, and risk management. He also outlined the certification program, which includes 21 courses, most online, plus four in-person workshops unique to New Hampshire, and noted that many members are not certified because the state licensure requirement was removed. Bates then addressed the committee’s interest in SAU consolidation and county-wide restructuring. He said business administrators often manage multiple budgets, attend school board meetings, and serve as a visible point of contact for the community. He argued that consolidation would create operational and financial challenges, including staff and facility relocation, differing accounting systems, lack of a standardized chart of accounts, and uncertain return on investment. He said the biggest obstacle would be local control, especially in small towns that do not want outside decisions affecting school closures, class sizes, or student transportation. Committee members questioned him about the distinction between administrative and academic control, the size of district offices in larger cities, and what might reduce administrative costs; Bates responded that many administrative costs stem from legislation and that consolidation would be difficult to implement without local support.

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• So we do help prevent disasters in the future by, and also the buyout program that we've executed in
• in the 22 flood uh that we've executed in the 22 flood uh is<00:36:59.200> is<00:36:59.599>
• His recent executive order, achieving efficiency through state and local preparedness, significantly
• recent executive order achieving efficiency<01:06:53.760> through<01:06:54.000> state<
• think we're talking about executive think we're talking about executive orders,<01:26:23.760>

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The first meeting of the Disaster Prevention and Resiliency Task Force focused on the task force’s mission and on recent Kentucky flooding disasters. The co-chairs described the need to better prepare for increasingly frequent and costly natural disasters, including flooding, tornadoes, wildfires, and ice storms, and emphasized coordination among local, state, federal, and interstate partners. The discussion also stressed the importance of budgeting for mitigation, infrastructure resilience, housing, insurance, and recovery planning, with several members sharing personal experiences with disaster impacts in their districts. Kentucky Emergency Management Director Eric Gibson gave the main presentation, responding to questions about the February and April flooding events. He said the February event affected the entire state, with 11,825 individuals registering for assistance and 1,194 public-assistance projects written so far; he also reported 134 households still sheltered, 190 households moved to permanent housing, and three disaster recovery centers still open after a regional consolidation. For the April event, he said 37 counties had individual assistance, 83 counties were still pending public assistance, and no hazard mitigation had yet been declared; 5,893 people had registered for individual assistance, and 144 households were sheltered, with 83 families already moved to permanent solutions. He noted that counties without public assistance would have to cover expenses locally unless state or federal aid is approved. Gibson also outlined Kentucky Emergency Management’s tools and resources, including a 24/7 state operations center and warning point, embedded National Weather Service meteorologists, five regional warehouses stocked with water, MREs, blankets, and kits, a statewide web-based damage reporting system, laundry trailers, generators, a disaster needs hotline that has received 6,972 calls, and a mutual aid system used to deploy resources such as water tankers. He highlighted ongoing work on urban search and rescue, qualification systems for emergency operations personnel, and aerial documentation of storm damage. No votes or formal actions were taken at this meeting.

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• Where we feel secure to start executing on increasing automation strategically.
• I'm also the executive director of Ambassador of Culture.
• We see Lauren Bennett McGinty, who's the executive director there. Mr.
• um, who's the executive director there. um, who's the executive director there.
• My name is Lauren Bennett McGinty, executive director of Explore Minnesota.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I'm the executive director of MARRCH, a statewide association of substance use disorder programs and
• I'm the executive director of MARRCH, a statewide association of substance use disorder programs and
• I am Jason Swanson, executive director of the Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging.
• My name is John Lynn, and I serve as the regional executive director for Ecumen St.
• and I serve as the regional executive and I serve as the regional executive director<01:42:42.880

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• An Mavy, executive director of the Minnesota Housing Partnership, introduced herself and said she was
• <00:21:35.440> directors<00:21:35.919> on like affiliate executive directors on like
• affiliate executive directors on our<00:21:36.240> board<00:21:36.640> and<00:21:36.760
• I'm the executive director of Homeline.
• <01:42:53.639> contract where we didn't have executed contract where we didn't have executed

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Again, I'm Christina Smith, and the executive director of the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council.
• director of the Lessard-Sams executive director of the Lessard-Sams Outdoor<00:10:28.520> Heritage
• And then finally the executive director position would be hired at that point.
• I'm the executive director for Taubold.
• following the signing of an executive following the signing of an executive order<01:12:03.120><

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• was an executive order at the<01:08:53.520> federal<01:08:53.839> level<01:08:54.640><
• It was by rule and then executive action, Mr. Chairman.
• It was by rule and then executive action, Mr. Chairman.
• The federal government changed, you know, through executive order, what they were previously doing.
• <01:25:47.520> branch, state of Wyoming, the executives branch, state of Wyoming, the executives

Keywords: 916, all

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• Is there a handout of your presentation that we should have from the executive branch?
• It impacts our businesses, and it impacts the cost of executing government services.
• It impacts our businesses, and it impacts the cost of executing government services.
• It impacts our businesses, and it impacts the cost of executing government services.
• It impacts our businesses, and it impacts the cost of executing government services.

Keywords: 924, joint, all

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• The Court's disregard for the authority of the legislative branch empowers executive overreach at the
• The Court's disregard for the authority of the legislative branch empowers executive overreach at the
• When Governor Hunt appointed her as executive director of the North Carolina Council for Women in 1993
• When Governor Hunt appointed her<02:17:57.920> as<02:17:58.160> executive<02:17:58.800>
• director of the North her as executive director of the North Carolina<02:18:00.639> Council<02

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• director of catalyst for executive director of catalyst for systems systems systems change<00:10:52.399
• I'm the executive director of the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, otherwise known
• I'm the executive director of the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, otherwise known
• But unfortunately, until my colleague Karen Schwab and I were appointed as executive directors, this
• But unfortunately, until my colleague Karen Schwab and I were appointed as executive directors, this

Bills: HF1966, HF54, HF2043, HF1171, HF2741

Keywords: HF1966, Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs, STARS program, alternative education, alternative programs, education finance, general fund appropriation, student support services, career readiness, employment skills, academic skills, social skills, student conferences, training grants, Minnesota Department of Education, specialized education, at-risk students, nontraditional education, HF54, Silver Lake

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• And I do have Executive Director Mia Griffin, who's going to testify on behalf of this bill.
• My name is Mcka Griffin, and I'm the executive director of Rondo Community Land Trust.
• I'm the executive director of the Washington County CDA and also the legislative chair of the Minnesota
• I'm the executive director of the Washington County CDA and also the legislative chair of the Minnesota
• I recently retired after nearly 20 years as the executive director at Aurora St.

Bills: HF1143, HF1548, HF1340, HF2549, HF2559, HF1673, HF2740, HF2507, HF2461, HF2381, HF2695

Keywords: education funding, unemployment aid, special education, Minnesota statutes, appropriations, housing, redevelopment, local government, trust funds, community development, HF1340, housing infrastructure bonds, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, MHFA, affordable housing, supportive housing, permanent housing, adaptive reuse, area median income, AMI

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• Chair Frederick, my name is Melissa Taphorn, and I'm the executive director of the Washington County
• The project is shovel-ready and will be executed in phases, allowing for immediate utilization of any
• in phases allowing for executed in phases allowing for immediate<01:15:44.960> utilization<01
• Chad Bley, Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity, executive director, located in St.
• Chad Bley, Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity, executive director, located in St.

Bills: HF2148, HF2693, HF2542, HF1141, HF1770, HF1489, HF1709, HF244, HF1266, HF807, HF2619, HF1340

Keywords: affordable housing, local control, revolving loan fund, community partnerships, Minnesota housing policy, housing, locally controlled housing, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, housing infrastructure bonds, state bonds, bonding bill, supportive housing, permanent supportive housing, homelessness, veterans housing, senior housing, manufactured home parks, community land trust, single-family housing, multifamily housing

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• Maui Hotel and Lodging Association executive director, in support. Moana L. Lutely also in support.
• John P. of the Maui Hotel and Lodging Association, executive director, testified in support.
• John P. of the Maui Hotel and Lodging Association, executive director, in support. Moana L.
• John P. of the Maui Hotel and Lodging Association, executive director, in support. Moana L.
• John P. of the Maui Hotel and Lodging Association, executive director, in support. Moana L.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard several bills, beginning with HB 934 on broadband and digital equity. Testifiers from the Lieutenant Governor’s office, the Office of Enterprise and Technology Services, DCCA, the University system, the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities, and others generally supported the measure and emphasized the need to coordinate broadband efforts, fund operations, and expand access to high-speed internet, devices, and digital navigation services. The Chamber of Commerce and West Coast Comprehensive Health Center supported the bill but objected to HD1 language excluding broadband infrastructure for retail service, warning it could create unintended consequences and limit community-led or rural projects. The Lieutenant Governor explained the state expects roughly $400 million to $500 million in federal broadband funding, described the bill as consolidating efforts under a broadband office attached to the CIO, and said the office would focus on infrastructure, devices, and training. No vote was taken on HB 934 in the portion provided. The committee then took up HB 97 on travel insurance. The Insurance Division said it had no major problem with the product but requested technical changes to align with licensing requirements and noted the bill largely codifies practices already used in the industry. Industry witnesses from Allianz and the U.S. Travel Insurance Association said the measure would create a consistent framework, add consumer protections, and align Hawaii with the NAIC model adopted in many other states. Members questioned whether there was a specific problem the bill was solving, and the division responded that it was mainly a framework and form-review measure rather than a response to a known enforcement issue. The bill was discussed but no final action was reported in the excerpt. HB 448 on technology enablement drew broad support from the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation, the Chamber of Commerce, the Food Industry Association, and other business representatives. Supporters said the measure would help businesses use technology such as digital platforms, e-commerce, robotics, and AR/VR to improve competitiveness, especially in tourism and other sectors. Committee members pressed for clearer scope, cost estimates, and assurances that local companies would be used; the agency said it would prioritize local-first contracting, use federal NIST-related support where possible, and estimated an initial request of about $200,000, though it could not give a firm total. Members expressed concern that the plan was still too undefined. The committee then began HB 455 on small business loans, where the Attorney General suggested explaining why a special fund is needed, and a witness from H Collaborative said the bill would help startup businesses that struggle most to access capital.

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• We won't do any executing on either of those days.
• On March the 4th, a week from today, we will execute all the FNS, and then on the 11th everything else
• <00:03:47.239> um won't do not plan to do any executing um won't do not plan to do any executing
• <00:03:51.879> all a week from today we will execute all a week from today we will execute
• 176 okay and if you want to execute 176 okay and if you want to execute right<00:59:21.280> now

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• And as mentioned, in February 2025, the governor issued an executive order declaring a public health
• GOSEP, who determines who pays what, is up to the executive branch, and every executive branch, including

Keywords: 974, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on the troubled water system in Tallulah and whether to appoint a limited fiscal administrator for the water utility. Senator Jackson described the system’s long-running failures, the need to expand repairs beyond the treatment plant to the distribution network, and the growing project cost, which he said had risen to roughly $26 million. Legislative Auditor’s Office staff explained that the system had received failing grades from LDH for several years, had entered joint receivership in 2024, and was placed under a public health emergency in 2025; they said the city’s adoption of limited fiscal administration in April 2026 made it eligible for additional state funding. Governor’s staff said the state, GOSEP, Magnolia, and the city had worked together to restore service and that the limited fiscal administrator would help unlock an emergency subfund and other financing sources. The mayor of Tallulah supported the appointment, saying the state’s work had improved water quality and that the limited role would focus only on the water system rather than the whole city. She said the city was preparing an RFQ to move the project toward bidding. Two residents spoke in opposition. One argued that the city had recently elected a new council and should wait for new local leadership before proceeding. Another questioned the need for the appointment, criticized past management and contract arrangements, and objected to using emergency funds to pay prior project costs. State officials responded that the F grade and public health concerns justified the action, that the administrator would control water-system finances, and that the distribution system needed repairs to address leaks and water quality issues. After discussion, a committee member moved to appoint a limited fiscal administrator for the Tallulah water system. The motion was seconded and passed without opposition. The committee then moved to public comment and adjourned.

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• And as mentioned, in February 2025, the governor issued an executive order declaring a public health
• GOSEP, who determines who pays what, is up to the executive branch, and every executive branch, including

Summary: The committee heard extensive testimony on the City of Tallulah’s water system and a request to appoint a limited fiscal administrator for the water utility. Senator Jackson and state officials described a long-running water crisis, including repeated failing grades from LDH, a public health emergency declaration, joint receivership efforts, and the need to expand the project beyond plant repairs to include the distribution system. They said the total cost is now estimated at about $26 million, with funding expected from USDA loans and grants, water sector funds, possible Delta Regional Authority assistance, and an emergency subfund that becomes available through limited fiscal administration. Chris Province of the Legislative Auditor’s Office explained that the system had received F grades from 2022 through 2025, that the city entered joint receivership in 2024, and that the governor declared a public health emergency in February 2025. He said the city adopted a resolution in April 2026 to enter limited fiscal administration, which was the basis for the committee’s action. Governor’s office staff and the mayor supported the request, saying the state partnership had improved water quality and that the limited administrator would help secure additional funding and move the project toward completion over roughly 24 months. Two residents spoke in opposition. One argued that Tallulah had recently elected a new council and that the committee should wait for new local leadership. Another said the state had mismanaged the project, questioned the use of funds and contracts, and argued that the city should receive the full amount of promised state funding without deductions. Committee members said the legal standard was met by the system’s failing grade and the emergency conditions, and they emphasized that the limited fiscal administrator would control only the water system finances. A motion to appoint a limited fiscal administrator for the Tallulah water system was made, seconded, and passed, followed by adjournment.

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• Recently, President Trump has released some executive orders around research on this drug.
• I hate to say 'execute justice,' but that's kind of what it is.
• So it lets the lower-level officer execute his judgment, but it keeps a higher-level officer who's got

Bills: HB2947, HB3257, HB3264, HB3834, HB3940, HB3944, HB3979, HB4003, HB4118, HB4326, HB4346, HB4421

Keywords: behavioral health, Medicaid expansion, clinical interns, mental health services, licensing requirements, veterans, disability benefits, federal law, Oklahoma Statutes, military service, criminal justice, minimum sentences, parole eligibility, violent crimes, Oklahoma statutes, HB3834, Oklahoma Breakthrough Therapy Act, ibogaine, ibogaine-based therapeutics, ibogaine analogs