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HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
CPC Public Hearing - Thu Feb 12, 2026 @ 2:00 PM HST
Consumer Protection & Commerce
Transcript Highlights:
- So what's the status of the class action?
- The class action, I believe, is set for trial later this year, sometime over the summer.
- uh complainants in this class. uh complainants in this class.
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Um <00:14:34.440>so or in some cases a class action. - Um so or in some cases a class action.
Keywords:
cosmetics, returns, refunds, consumer protection, high-pressure sales, transparency, accountability, HB1660, Hawaii, county labor standards, counties, contractors, building permits, permit denial, permit suspension, permit revocation, wage theft, wages, benefits, hours
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on HB 2614, which would require merchants selling cosmetics to accept returns of newer unopened goods within specified time frames and expand signage requirements for return and refund policies. DCCA’s Office of Consumer Protection strongly supported the bill, citing updated figures of 180 cosmetic complaints from 2020 to 2025, 54 still under investigation, 148 referred to class action litigation, and more than $1.3 million in consumer losses. Members questioned whether the bill was needed given the pending lawsuit and whether bad actors would comply, while the office responded that clearer signage would improve consumer awareness and could reduce complaints without limiting other remedies. No vote was taken.
The committee then heard HB 1660 HD1, which would allow counties to require contractors to disclose wage, benefit, hour, and employment-status information and to deny, revoke, or suspend permits for certain labor-law violations. DLIR, the Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters, Operating Engineers Local 3, and Pacific Resource Partnership testified in support, arguing the measure would help deter cheating contractors, protect law-abiding employers, and keep bad actors from undercutting wages and taxes. One member raised concerns about possible delays to affordable housing projects and whether owners should be held responsible for contractors’ misconduct; supporters replied that compliance is a minimum standard, that county action would be discretionary rather than automatic, and that the bill would not bar counties from working with affordable housing developers. No action was reported.
Finally, the committee took up HB 1704, adopting the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact to allow telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across state lines. The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the State Health Planning and Development Agency, the Hawaii State Association of Counties, and the Hawaii Association of Health Plans supported the measure, saying it would help fill major staffing gaps, especially for forensic evaluations and services in rural and neighbor-island communities. The Board of Psychology raised concerns about the compact’s scope, the need for a study focused specifically on psychologists, background-check requirements, possible loss of regulatory authority and revenue, and the need to update older statutory provisions. Hawaii Association for Justice opposed the immunity language in the compact, and Shawn Scanlon opposed the bill, arguing it could weaken cultural responsiveness and local control and suggesting the state instead improve temporary licensing and other in-state pathways. The committee also questioned the Department of Corrections about its vacancies and whether telehealth could be filled by local providers; no vote was taken in the excerpt.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- For example, there weren't Ojibwe language classes or culture classes or Native history classes, or classes
- All of our elementary students take Ojibwe language classes on a daily basis.
- All of our elementary students take Ojibwe language classes on a daily basis.
- <00:08:26.039>
that <00:08:26.120>are and 90 minutes um in classes that are and 90 - such as carpentry, welding, and commercial driver's license classes for credit.
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Legacy and Budget Stabilization Fund Advisory Board Mar 31st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Legacy and Budget Stabilization Fund Advisory Board
Transcript Highlights:
- across the real estate sectors, over time, typically real estate is a very durable, returning asset class
- Supply and demand like any other asset class, you know, you can imagine each little individual space
- So it's a very well-performing, durable asset class.
- That said, this is, I believe, an asset class that's here to stay. It's going to have legs.
- If we look at the Legacy Fund performance detail, this just gives you an idea, by asset class.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Joint Contract Review Committee Feb 5th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- through the fancy trailer and get<00:21:12.720>
out <00:21:12.880>of <00:21:13.120>class - get out of class? get out of class?
- And our goal is not, hey, a kid got out of class to go look at the new shiny truck. >> Trailer, excuse
- kid<00:23:49.120>
got <00:23:49.360>out <00:23:49.440>of <00:23:49.600>class - goal is not hey a kid got out of class goal is not hey a kid got out of class to<00:23:50.000>
KY
Transcript Highlights:
- It would allow both second-degree criminal trespass to be enhanced from a class B to a class A misdemeanor
- It sends a message that you are a second-class citizen.
- It sends a message that you are a second-class citizen.
- It sends a message that you are a second-class citizen.
- It sends a message that you are a second-class citizen.
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 306, sponsored by Representative Michael Meredith with the Kentucky Chamber, which would define “workplace” and clarify threatening behavior in workplace violence/trespass cases. Supporters said the bill would better address repeated threats or trespass incidents at workplaces and strengthen penalties for subsequent offenses; one member questioned whether adding language could weaken existing protections, while another asked whether it would cover hospital workplace violence. The bill passed on a roll call vote, 15-0 with one pass, and was reported favorably.
The committee then considered House Bill 312, sponsored by Representatives Savannah Maddox and Josh Bray, to allow law-abiding Kentuckians ages 18 to 20 to obtain a provisional concealed carry license with background check, training, and proficiency requirements. Supporters argued the bill recognizes adults’ rights and adds safety through training, while opponents raised concerns about putting more guns in younger people’s hands and public safety/self-harm risks. Several members explained yes votes as supporting training and constitutional rights, and the bill passed 15-3 with no passes, reported favorably.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 320 on human trafficking, presented by Representative Jason Neimus with a title amendment adopted at the start. Three students from Sager Heart Model School explained their project and urged equalizing penalties for committing and promoting human trafficking, saying the current law treats promotion less severely. A Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers representative warned the statute could be too broad and sweep in solicitation cases, urging a carve-out or narrower language; members discussed possible wording changes, including removing “patronize” and reconsidering mens rea language. The sponsor said the bill was intended to make penalties equal for those who promote trafficking, not to address broader definitional issues. The bill passed unanimously, 18-0, and was reported favorably.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Children and Families Jan 20th, 2026 at 10:00 am
Children and Families
Transcript Highlights:
- A misdemeanor, driving under the influence, and if the repeatable offense could be a Class A misdemeanor
- And if the repeatable offense could be a Class A misdemeanor.
- Notably, as has already been discussed, it adds prosecuting attorneys to the class of parties who may
- Notably, as has already been discussed, it adds prosecuting attorneys to the class of parties who may
- And then in 565.330, Infants Protection Act, the offense of infanticide is a class A felony.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill to expand MN renter's credit heard in House tax committee 3/26/25
Transcript Highlights:
- And a lot of people don't want to talk about it, but if you're a middle-class person or an upper-middle-class
- And a lot of people don't want to talk about it, but if you're a middle-class person or an upper-middle-class
- Um, I'd also note that, um, you know, in 2022, um, when we elected, um, the most diverse freshman class
- Um, I'd also note that, um, you know, in 2022, um, when we elected, um, the most diverse freshman class
- Um, I'd also note that, um, you know, in 2022, um, when we elected, um, the most diverse freshman class
Summary:
The committee heard House File 2499, authored by Representative Lee, which would expand Minnesota’s renters’ credit to more closely match the homestead credit for homeowners. Lee explained that the bill would raise the income cutoff from about $75,389 to $143,140 and increase the maximum credit to $3,500, with the goal of addressing what she described as an inequity between renters and homeowners who both pay property taxes. She cited revenue estimates showing the change could make about 80,000 additional renters eligible, while acknowledging the bill would be costly to enact this year.
Nan Madden of the Minnesota Budget Project testified in support, describing how the renters’ credit works, including the assumption that 17% of rent goes toward property taxes. She highlighted 2022 data showing most recipients had low incomes, many were seniors or people with disabilities, and participation was higher in greater Minnesota in some respects. Michael Dah of Homeline also supported the bill, saying renters face rising housing costs and use the credit for basic needs such as groceries, school supplies, medical care, and car repairs.
Members discussed whether expanding the credit would simply benefit landlords or encourage rent increases. Representative Anderson opposed the bill on the grounds that policy should incentivize homeownership, while Representative Huitt argued the credit could help renters build savings and move toward homeownership if they choose. Representative Lee responded that the housing market is broken and that the credit is one tool to help renters in a broader housing continuum. The discussion also covered outreach and administration of the credit, including the recent move to file it with income taxes, electronic certificates of rent paid, and funding for tax-preparation assistance and outreach through VITA sites and community organizations. The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in the omnibus tax bill.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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of class of class of individual<00:58:27.040>is <00:58:27.520>extraordinarily - <00:59:56.160>
and rules about percentage of class and rules about percentage of class and - <01:20:09.840>
I <01:20:10.080>know provided to class A buildings. - I know provided to class A buildings.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
FULL INTERVIEW: Investing in Education by Modernizing School Funding | Senator Mary Kunesh May 8th, 2026
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- No one can be upset with smaller class sizes.
- 00:09:47.400>
upset <00:09:47.960>with <00:09:48.240>smaller <00:09:48.560>class - >> No one can be upset with smaller class >> No one can be upset with smaller class
Summary:
A Minnesota senator discussed recent education gains, including the state’s all-time high graduation rate of nearly 85%, and credited bipartisan work on education policy and finance, along with targeted investments in classroom funding, student and staff mental health, and overall student well-being. She said those efforts have especially helped groups that have historically lagged behind, including American Indian, African-American, and Asian students.
A major topic was Senate File 3593, a bipartisan proposal for a constitutional amendment to modernize the state’s school trust fund. The senator explained that Minnesota’s school trust lands and related fund, now about $2.3 billion, currently distribute roughly $74 per student through interest and dividends. The amendment would allow more flexible investment and increase the distribution from 2% to 4.5%, which supporters estimate would raise per-student funding to about $122 without increasing taxes. She said the proposal is intended to preserve the fund’s corpus while generating more money for schools now, with a three-year lookback to review results.
She also highlighted school safety funding in the session’s public safety bills, including money for school security and the first-ever grants to non-public schools. She said those dollars can support not only building security but also mental health and social-emotional needs. In the education omnibus bill, she pointed to changes to compensatory aid formulas, a report on how districts use dollars for teacher and staff health insurance, and interest in a possible statewide health plan to improve efficiency and services. No votes were taken in the interview, but she urged voters to approve the constitutional amendment in November and noted that blank ballots would count as no votes.
IN
Transcript Highlights:
- There was also language taken out dealing with first-class mailing, specifically on referendums, and
- then there was some... ...dealing with first-class mailing, specifically on referendums, and then there
- several years ago to train in defense measures against the F-35, which is our, you know, our world-class
- So I think everyone has a duty in this policy, specifically. ...class top-secret fighter.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Today, we have both the dental hygiene classes of 26 and 27. Mojave College, you hear? Hey!
- The dental squad and the hygiene classes, they're out improving lives in Mojave County, one tooth at
- SB 1716, class of main access monitoring modifications. SB 1717, biometrically prohibited.
- emergency enforcement attorney general rage 17 15 distress residential real estate finance SB 17 16 class
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- The resolution specifically highlights verter Tara Gered Moes, whose world-class achievements underscore
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FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development Apr 15th, 2025
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- In addition, the amendment also changes the structure of the current educational point-removing class
- to include that one hour of the four-hour class include the dangers of distracted driving, including
- In addition, the amendment also changes the structure of the current educational point removing class
- to include that one hour of the four-hour class include the dangers of distracted driving, including
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development heard three bills after temporarily postponing SB 1524. The committee first took up CS for SB 1264, a broad economic development bill covering law enforcement recruitment bonuses, venture capital tax credits, data center tax exemptions, military land transfers, Space Florida procurement exemptions, and changes to regional planning councils. An amendment was adopted to remove sections tied to emergency management shelter plans so the bill would align with another measure. The main debate centered on the proposal to repeal regional planning council statutes; supporters argued the councils are duplicative and bureaucratic, while opponents said they provide valuable regional coordination, technical assistance, and grant support, especially for rural communities. The bill was reported favorably 13-1, with Senator Sharif voting no.
The committee then considered CS for SB 1348, which streamlines motor vehicle services by expanding the role of tax collectors as DHSMV agents. Three amendments were adopted: one making the scalping of driver and motor vehicle appointment slots a misdemeanor, one increasing penalties for texting while driving and requiring a new distracted-driving course to remove points, and one allowing veterans with DV plates to use a sticker instead of a stencil or imprint. The bill received supportive testimony from tax collectors and law enforcement-related groups and was reported favorably without opposition.
Finally, the committee heard SB 936, which directs the Department of Commerce’s workforce research bureau to conduct a recurring statewide study every three years on the effects of automation, robotics, and AI on Florida’s workforce. The sponsor said the study would have minimal fiscal impact and would help guide policy recommendations. With no opposition or debate, the bill was reported favorably. The committee then adjourned after brief closing remarks thanking staff and members.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- members you know senator sorry we haven't met my name is Randy Lee and I represent myself today no class
- I'm Elizabeth McGreevy, born in Houston, a sixth-generation Texan and a Texas A&M graduate. of A&M, class
- When you hold up a book and say you're class of 93 That does make me feel old as class of 80, but I'm
Bills:
SB434, SB844, SB898, SB1177, SB1214, SB1454, SB1920, SB1927, SB1935, SB1965, SB2010, SB2046, SB2068, SB2073, SB2183, SB2260, SB3034, SB907
Keywords:
SB 434, Harris County Hospital District, hospital district police, peace officers, commissioned officers, law enforcement authority, Health and Safety Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, public safety, hospital security, county hospital district, local government, Texas criminal procedure, district police, armed security, SB 898, low income housing tax credits, LIHTC, affordable housing, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Our mission is to represent residential and small commercial consumers as a community. class and utility
- electric base rate case, it's not unusual to hire four or more experts: a revenue requirement expert, a class
- We represent them as a class when it comes to the actual cases.
- We were recently awarded by the Federation of Chiropractic Classes in the board as the top chiropractic
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, creating a different class of income stream to be treated by landlords I think is a bad practice
- approval criteria for different classes approval criteria for different classes of<01:55:03.040>
- And so the conversations in my field classes, my class is really discussion-based, talking about their
- ,<02:37:33.200>
so conversations in my field classes, so conversations in my field classes - c> discussion<02:37:36.160>
based my class is really discussion based my class is really discussion
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Geren, sponsored by Senator Parker, relating to the inspection of the location of a proposed Class
- opportunity to come before you and the committee here today and lay out House Bill 1238 dealing with Class
- Under current law, the TCEQ staff has to travel to the site of a Class I well during the technical review
Keywords:
pipeline, construction, cash bond, county authority, local government, injection wells, environmental regulation, water quality, site inspection, geoscientist, satellite imagery, interstate compact, liquefied natural gas, energy resources, Gulf Coast, regulatory coordination, HB 2970, Gulf Coast Protection District, Special District Local Laws Code, governor appointment
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Natural Resources met with a quorum initially lacking, then took up several bills and heard brief testimony. HB 206, by Rep. Craddick, would prohibit counties from requiring cash bonds as a condition for pipeline construction approvals, while still allowing other forms of financial assurance; the sponsor and a Target Pipeline witness said cash-bond mandates create unnecessary costs and uncertainty, and the bill was left pending. HB 2890, by Rep. Patterson, would create an interstate compact among Gulf Coast states to coordinate and support the liquefied natural gas industry; the sponsor emphasized LNG’s economic importance and said the bill mirrors prior compact language that does not require congressional approval, and it was left pending after no public testimony. HB 1238, by Rep. Geren, would let TCEQ use third-party inspection reports and remote technology when reviewing proposed Class I injection wells; the sponsor and a uranium industry witness said it would streamline regulation and support industry, and it was left pending. HB 2970, by Rep. Paul, the House version of SB 410, would require the Gulf Coast Protection District’s final gate design to accommodate two-way vessel traffic and allow the governor to appoint the district’s presiding officer; the committee substitute was explained and the bill was left pending. With members scattered in other committees, the chair said the committee would recess and later reconvene to vote and complete its work.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Transportation and Energy Committee Apr 10th, 2025
Transportation and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- As we know, right now we're one of the only Class One municipalities, and the concern is... ...municipality
- So, I just want to reiterate that the amendment again was only to take out the Class One municipality
- it's probably going to pass if he would work with me so we can get that amendment on to take out that Class
Keywords:
SB271, Alabama, municipalities, city fees, town fees, franchise fees, utility franchise, natural gas, manufactured gas, gas utility, public streets, public places, right-of-way, municipal consent, gross receipts tax, license tax, privilege tax, Public Service Commission, PSC, utility regulation
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Have y'all gotten to the class where you wire people's mouths?
- Unlawful possession would be a Class A misdemeanor for possession, and then unlawful sale would be a
- Class D felony in the substitute.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 13 (1-23-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I asked, 'Was this first class?' He said, 'No, I would never fly first class.'
- So, where are those first-class tickets? They don't call it first class; they call it Comfort Plus.
- So, so where are those first class So, so where are those first class tickets?
- They don't call it first class, tickets?
- And the bulk of the people who go to work in Fayette County are solidly middle-class people.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then established a quorum with 34 members present and approved the prior day’s journal. The chamber also received a House message that House Bill 96 had passed and requested concurrence. During second reading, Senate Bills 17, 34, 39, and 181 were reported and sent to the Rules Committee, and Senate Resolution 56 was introduced honoring Elder Nathan Craig and Sister Amy Craig for their mission service.
The chamber then took up Senate Bill 27, which would allow local governing bodies, after consulting with a coroner and making a 30-day effort to locate next of kin, to choose cremation rather than burial for indigent decedents; it also preserved options for religious organizations to take possession of a body. A committee substitute was adopted, and the bill passed 35-0. Senate Bill 30, dealing with the Motor Vehicle Commission’s restricted fee account and allowing unused funds to carry forward for commission operations, also passed unanimously 35-0.
Senate Bill 40, concerning public library district boards of trustees, was amended by committee substitute and passed 34-1 after debate. Supporters said it would return county library board appointments to local officials and speed appointments, while opponents argued it could politicize libraries and weaken their independence; several members explained their votes, including concerns from library advocates and a defense that the bill still allowed local boards to seek advice. Senate Bill 76, which limits school boards from increasing occupational license taxes above the base 0.5% until a county reaches a population of 500,000, was also amended by committee substitute and passed after its sponsor argued it responded to a disputed Fayette County tax increase and would restore transparency and public trust.