Transcript Highlights:

• Yeah, there was no site inspection done, just based on whatever formulas they have in their computers
• they<00:55:57.119><c> have</c><00:55:57.280><c> in</c><00:55:57.440><c> their</c><00:55:57.599><c> computers
• </c><00:55:58.000><c> I</c><00:55:58.240><c> would</c> they have in their computers I would they have
• in their computers I would assume.<00:55:58.960><c> Okay,</c><00:55:59.280><c> thank</c><00:55:59.440

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: At a joint Senate hearing on SCR 198 and SR 178, the committees considered resolutions urging Hawaii insurers and the Hawaii Property Insurance Association to seek subrogation claims against polluters linked to worsening climate impacts and higher insurance costs. Testimony was overwhelmingly supportive, with 47 written testimonies in support and additional oral support from former Honolulu chief resilience officer Josh Tamro. The committees recommended passage with amendments, narrowing the language to refer specifically to polluters who knowingly engaged in misleading and deceptive practices about the connection between their products and climate change, along with technical non-substantive edits. Both committees adopted the amended resolutions by vote. At a separate joint hearing on STR 226 and SR 201, which urged changes to Medicaid 1915 home and community-based services waiver eligibility criteria, supporters argued the current rules and administrative guidance were inconsistent and left some people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health dual diagnoses, without proper access. The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities and Hawaii Disability Rights Center supported the intent but noted factual issues and said a memo from the department addressed only part of the problem, not the mental health-related concerns. After discussion, the chair concluded the resolution was not the best vehicle and deferred it, suggesting a more comprehensive bill would be needed. The Commerce and Consumer Protection committee also took up HB 799 HD2 SD1 on healthcare and recommended passage with amendments, including striking a written transfer-agreement requirement, shortening the sunset to June 30, 2028, removing a related timeline, and making technical corrections. In another joint hearing, SCR 222 and SR 197, which would have urged towing companies to have on-site ATMs for vehicle owners, drew opposition from the Office of Consumer Protection, which said Act 60 already requires credit and debit card acceptance and that ATMs could let companies evade the law. Members noted ongoing complaints and weak enforcement, and the chair recommended turning the issue into a task force for further study, with decision-making deferred because of quorum issues. The committee also heard several other resolutions: STR 57 and SR 41, urging Congress to create a national reinsurance program, received only supportive testimony; STR 70 and SR 54, calling for a pharmacy reimbursement working group, also drew support; and STR 123, proposing an attorney general-led landlord-tenant working group, received comments from the Attorney General’s Office suggesting a more appropriate lead agency and noting the Legislative Reference Bureau may be better suited to assist. No final adverse action was taken on those measures during the hearing segment described.

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• Gregory Mikan here testifying on this measure, and excuse me again, I'm just pulling things up on my computer
• again I'm I'm just pulling things up on again I'm I'm just pulling things up on my<00:09:12.800><c> computer
• 13.519><c> lot</c><00:09:13.680><c> on</c><00:09:13.800><c> my</c><00:09:13.959><c> plate</c> my computer
• I've got a lot on my plate my computer I've got a lot on my plate today<00:09:15.720><c> um</c><00:09

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard several insurance and condominium-related bills. SB 1137 would require insurers to notify policyholders of approved rate changes within 30 days and at least 30 days before the effective date. The Insurance Division supported the bill, while testimony focused on condominium master policies and whether the notice period would be enough for associations to respond to rate increases. The division said the bill would mainly affect admitted carriers, not surplus lines insurers that write many condominium master policies, and warned against limiting the nonadmitted market. SB 293, requiring sellers to disclose when USPS cannot deliver mail or packages to a residential property, was also heard with HAAI Realtors commenting. SB 752 would extend notice periods for cancellation or nonrenewal of property-casualty policies; the Attorney General’s Office raised concerns about contractual impairment and retroactive application. The committee also heard SB 575, which would allow authorized insurers to offer building and hurricane damage coverage for condominium buildings at a lower rate than prior surplus lines coverage. The Insurance Division stood on written testimony, and a condominium owner urged amendments to require a membership vote before such coverage changes, citing concerns about condominium self-governance. SP 1046 would require managing agents to notify unit owners and the Real Estate Commission when a condominium association fails budget and reserve reporting requirements. The Real Estate Commission said the bill was administratively workable as drafted but noted ambiguity over who counts as the “managing agent”; several testifiers opposed the measure, arguing it could disrupt the principal-agent relationship and impose legal judgment on nonlawyers, while others supported it. SP 150, dealing with captive insurance companies seeking exemption from examinations, drew the most detailed discussion. The Captive Insurance Council supported the bill as a way to reduce duplicative oversight and improve Hawaii’s competitiveness, while the Insurance Division opposed it as drafted, citing concerns about broad commissioner discretion, possible missed issues between exams, staffing shortages, and the need to preserve oversight. A committee member asked about a possible middle ground, including a shorter exemption period or limiting the bill to self-attestation companies; the division said it would need more information and that annual filings and approval requirements would still provide oversight. The committee also heard SP 212, which would require at least two Real Estate Commission members to be licensed engineers or architects; testimony included support and a concern about conflicts of interest among people who serve in multiple roles in the condominium and real estate sectors. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided, and the chair moved from one measure to the next after testimony and questions.

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• It helps clean up crime in our communities that are affected by juvenile crime and repeat offenders.
• We are sending our kids into a life of crime. Please vote yes.
• Juvenile justice reform helps clean up crime in our communities that are affected by juvenile crime and
• more crime, 21, we do need to do something.
• Yep, our most severe crimes. We visited the St.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I am the state director for Right on Crime.
• In what hypothetical crime? In whatever crime. Who's the victim? In what hypothetical crime?
• that we are a state that's, as some would say, soft on crime or pretty tough on crime?
• Coming after our 2024 crime session? I mean...
• So you don't know if we're tougher on crime or softer on crime than Colorado when it comes to marijuana

Keywords: 974, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• They're committing property crimes, low-level crimes, and continuously getting re-bailed.
• crimes they're committing property<04:43:03.360><c> crimes</c><04:43:03.718><c> low-level</c><04:43:
• 04.320><c> crimes</c><04:43:04.680><c> and</c> property crimes low-level crimes and property crimes low-level
• Crime was down from 2023 to 2024.
• Crime has continued to drop.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• , victims do have the ability to come and talk about the impact that the crime had on them.
• </c><00:51:33.640><c> is</c><00:51:33.799><c> so</c> parole that crime is so parole that crime is so
• </c> PTSD uh and was convicted of the crime PTSD uh and was convicted of the crime at<00:53:12.640><c
• </c> protect themselves and to report a crime protect themselves and to report a crime um<01:10:47.440
• This is a very serious crime.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• That bill amends the crime of second-degree murder to include it over to Mr.
• </c> employment who was convicted of a crime employment who was convicted of a crime has<00:04:32.360
• </c> were previously convicted of a crime. were previously convicted of a crime.
• That bill amends the crime<00:05:18.360><c> of</c><00:05:18.480><c> second-degree</c><00:05:19.040><c
• > murder</c><00:05:19.520><c> to</c><00:05:19.720><c> include</c> The crime of second-degree murder is

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• A person is punished as a felony compared to the misdemeanor punishment range if the crime is committed
• The Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center. And you're testifying for or against the bill?
• This has become organized crime.
• The federal system rarely carries any substantial penalties for this crime.
• The theft of universal mail arrow keys also appears to be a part of this growing crime.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• of the crime proved beyond a reasonable doubt.
• We agree that these horrific crimes are gravely evil.
• Not because the crime is not that bad.
• I roll with you on the outrage of these crimes.
• It has false crime reporting policy and encourages prosecution for false crimes.

Summary: The committee met and first reported favorably CS for SB 1782, which creates a new offense for dangerous excessive speeding, with support noted from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida PBA. It also reported favorably CS for SB 306, which addresses Medicaid managed care provider network access by requiring after-hours and holiday appointment availability and a minimum level of primary care participation. CS for SB 716, imposing mandatory minimum sentences for certain sexual offenses committed by registered sex offenders or predators, and CS for SB 1084, expanding protections against non-consensual dissemination of intimate images and digitally forged intimate images, were also approved. The committee then approved CS for CS for SB 1604, a corrections package that would require prepayment of court costs for certain inmate lawsuits, shorten the limitations period for confinement-condition claims, allow consecutive sentencing in some cases, and revise mental health treatment procedures in correctional settings. Members discussed constitutional concerns and access-to-courts issues, but the bill was reported favorably. CS for CS for SB 1804, which creates a capital offense for trafficking a child 12 or younger or a mentally incapacitated person for sexual exploitation, drew extensive debate and opposition from the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and Floridaans for Alternatives to the Death Penalty; despite objections about constitutionality and ethics, it was reported favorably. The committee also approved CS for SB 1838, expanding protections for court officials against tampering, harassment, and retaliation, and CS for CS for SB 890, the Emily Adkins Family Protection Act, which creates a statewide VTE registry and requires blood clot screening and training in hospitals and care facilities. Members and public witnesses spoke in strong support of the blood clot bill, including family members and survivors. Finally, the committee reported favorably CS for SB 1252, directing FDLE to study a statewide pawn data database, CS for SB 468, increasing penalties for fleeing or eluding law enforcement and allowing vehicle impoundment, CS for SB 490, expanding off-duty concealed carry eligibility for correctional officers and correctional probation officers, and CS for SB 572, the Pam Rock Act on dangerous dogs, which was amended to refine enclosure, confiscation, euthanasia, and insurance requirements.

Transcript Highlights:

• Beans, Breweris, President of Corslai College, and Toby West, Department Chair of Computer and Cyber
• Beans, Breweris, President of Korslai, College, and Toby West Department, Chair of Computer and Cyber
• of the comments to your point is that our nearest neighbor has been impacted for over a decade in computer
• of the comments to your point is that our nearest neighbor has been impacted for over a decade in computer
• And that revenue stays, or it's actually reported as part of a district's total computational revenue

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• </c><00:48:18.280><c> we</c><00:48:18.480><c> wanted</c><00:48:18.840><c> a</c><00:48:18.920><c> computer
• </c> open, we had we wanted a computer open, we had we wanted a computer adaptive<00:48:19.920><c> assessment
• If we would have adopted<00:48:21.840><c> the</c><00:48:22.000><c> computer</c><00:48:22.359><c> adaptive
• </c><00:48:22.880><c> assessment</c> adopted the computer adaptive assessment adopted the computer adaptive

Keywords: 958, all

Transcript Highlights:

• of the city including the funds under subdivision one and that the bonds are not included in the computation
• that the bonds are not included in and that the bonds are not included in the<00:03:58.800><c> computation
• > of</c><00:03:59.720><c> any</c><00:04:00.160><c> debt</c><00:04:00.560><c> limitation</c> the computation
• of any debt limitation the computation of any debt limitation applicable<00:04:01.960><c> to</c><00:
• The bonds, as I mentioned, are not used in computing the overall debt limitation applicable to the city

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• They are the know heinous crimes.
• </c> about committing these crimes. about committing these crimes.
• </c> potential link to other violent crimes. potential link to other violent crimes.
• And we witness firsthand all of these heinous crimes.
• </c> next is HP 1098 relating to crimes next is HP 1098 relating to crimes against<00:43:04.160><c> protective

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard HB 698, which would increase criminal penalties for animal cruelty offenses. The chair explained that a proposed SD1 narrowed the bill to “pet animals” only, and testimony focused heavily on whether the bill should be limited to pets, whether service animals should also be included, and whether the measure could unintentionally affect livestock or cultural practices such as chicken fighting. Supporters, including the Hawaiian Humane Society, rescue organizations, and several individuals, argued that stronger penalties are needed because animal cruelty is under-prosecuted, that abuse of animals is linked to violence against people, and that harsher penalties could deter abuse. Opponents, including the public defender’s office and some farmers and livestock interests, argued the existing law is already on the books, enforcement is the real problem, and the bill is vague and could create unintended consequences. Several witnesses described graphic examples of animal abuse and urged the committee to act, while one testifier from the Disability Communication Access Board asked that service animals be explicitly included because they are not considered pets and are important to the independence and safety of people who rely on them. Committee members questioned the scope of the SD1, including whether it covered chickens, domesticated pigs, and service or emotional support animals. The deputy attorney general was asked to provide follow-up clarification on those points, and the Hawaiian Humane Society said it would welcome adding service animals back into the bill. At the end of testimony, the chair announced the final testimony count as 112 in support, 128 in opposition, and one comment, noting that some testimony appeared to address the broader House version rather than the narrower SD1. Because several questions remained unresolved, the committee deferred HB 698 until Monday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m. in room 016, with a vote to be taken then. After that, the committee moved on to its 10:02 decision-making agenda and deferred HB 108 as well, citing concerns about alcohol shipment, drunk driving, and underage access; it then began discussion of HB 226 on windshield tinting.

Transcript Highlights:

• . such as illegal gambling or extortion or some other prohibited crime.
• It also would allow for clemency for those victims of those crimes. All right.
• Is that for any crime, Senator? Or does it have exclusions on crimes? And does it require them?
• I just have an issue about the crime they committed.
• I just have an issue about the crime they committed.

Bills: HB75, SB134, SB201, SB258, SB288, SB313, SB320, SB321, SB325, SB339, SB345, SB393, SB422, SB440, SB470, SB487, SB523

Keywords: HB75, Act 963, gaming, casino gaming, promotional play, promotional wagers, slot machine proceeds, net gaming proceeds, gross revenue, taxable revenue, gaming operators, gaming tax, Louisiana gaming, gaming revenue deduction, casino tax, gaming promotion, revenue cap, pilot program, child sexual abuse materials, sexting

Transcript Highlights:

• If your loved one is a victim of a crime and an immigrant witnesses that crime, they will be afraid to
• And that crime will most likely go unsolved. That crime will most likely go unsolved.
• And what was their crime? They were foreign-born and they were here.
• What about the defendant answering for crimes?
• If a defendant is answering for a violent crime, If a defendant is answering for a violent crime and

Keywords: 1212, all

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• That's why we commit the crimes because of the disease. ...to control substance.
• That's why we commit the crimes because of the disease that we would live with.
• Our agents were able to identify who they thought were perpetrating these crimes.
• That means we're connecting a qualifying offender to a crime scene approximately every 90 minutes.
• Summary data was collected in a number of crime categories as reported.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice met to continue its review of performance measurement in the criminal justice system. The first presentation, from State Courts Administrator Eric McClure, described how the court system uses multiple data sources to track filings, dispositions, clearance rates, workload, and support services, and how those data inform judge need, budget requests, resource allocation, and court administration. He also discussed ongoing efforts to improve case-level reporting, the use of case management systems in trial and appellate courts, and performance efforts in problem-solving courts and civil case management. McClure noted that the legislature provides dedicated funding for problem-solving courts and for medication-assisted treatment, and that the courts are required to report outcomes and monitor compliance with contract requirements. Melanie Brown-Whor of the Florida Behavioral Health Association then reviewed the medication-assisted treatment program funded through the courts budget. She said the program combines medication with counseling and behavioral supports, serves people involved in or at risk of criminal justice involvement, and has expanded over time to include additional medications and more counties. She reported improved engagement and retention, with more than 10,000 people screened over five years, about 9,200 receiving medication, and over 6,600 successfully discharged. Senators asked about racial and ethnic demographics, hospital referrals, and how services are delivered; Brown-Whor explained that local community providers deliver treatment under contract and that the program is working to improve data reporting and consistency. The Department of Law Enforcement then presented on investigations, forensics, and criminal justice information services. Deputy Commissioner Vaden Pollard outlined FDLE’s strategic plan and major investigative priorities, including cybercrime, targeted violence, crimes against children, mutual aid, and the SAFE fentanyl eradication program. He said SAFE has led to major seizures, arrests, and a reported decline in fentanyl deaths. Director Jason Bundy described FDLE’s forensic laboratory operations, DNA and rapid DNA capabilities, cold case and missing persons work, and the staffing and turnaround-time challenges tied to complex evidence testing. Director Lucy Saunders reviewed FDLE’s criminal history, biometric, incident-based crime reporting, and criminal justice transparency systems, noting that Florida is still transitioning agencies from summary reporting to incident-based reporting. The committee raised questions about Rapid DNA deployment, cold case coordination, and the slow pace of NIBRS/FIBRS adoption. No votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned after the presentations and questions.

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• We had dealt with the Idaho ICE Act last year, and we did make it an additional crime that if someone
• So, let's say we have a 10-year sentence for a violent crime, and they've served—let's just say they
• or crimes for which the offender was... ...provided by law for the crime or crimes for which the offender
• They come back in, commit a crime.
• You've got all kinds of costs and time tied up to prove somebody guilty of a crime.

Summary: The Senate State Affairs Committee first approved the March 18 and March 20, 2026 minutes. It then considered RS 33851, a proposed reconfiguration of an earlier bill that would avoid possible free-speech issues by changing language from “resident” to “qualified elector”; the committee voted to send it to print, with Senator Shippy recorded as a nay. The committee also heard RS 33853, a kratom-related proposal to classify mitragynine speciosa as a Schedule I drug with a delayed effective date and stepped penalties, but no action was taken on it. The committee spent most of the meeting on Senate Bill 1441, which would create a statewide framework requiring local law enforcement to cooperate with ICE through 287(g) agreements, while allowing exceptions if resources are not reasonably available or if local governing bodies make written findings. Supporters, including Senator Anthon and representatives from ICRMP and the sheriffs’ association, argued the bill would standardize cooperation and address liability concerns by clarifying coverage under the Idaho Tort Claims Act. Opponents, including sheriffs and county representatives, said the bill blurred constitutional roles between sheriffs and county commissions, created an unfunded mandate, and risked federal oversight of local law enforcement. The committee voted 6-3 to send SB 1441 to the 14th order for possible amendment. The committee then heard Senate Bill 1443, which would allow the Department of Corrections director to conditionally release certain incarcerated noncitizen offenders with final deportation orders into ICE custody before they complete their Idaho sentences, with restitution, victim notification, tolling of the remaining sentence, and an indefinite warrant if they return. Supporters said the bill could reduce costs and align with deterrence and accountability, while critics raised concerns about victim safety, unequal treatment compared with U.S. citizen offenders, and the lack of probation or ongoing supervision after release to ICE. After debate, the motion to send SB 1443 to the floor with a due pass recommendation failed 4-5, and the bill was held in committee.

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• That's a non-violent crime.
• That's a non-violent crime. felony? That's a non-violent crime.
• </c><00:43:38.720><c> In</c> about nonviolent crimes, too. In about nonviolent crimes, too.
• </c> guns being stolen and used in crimes. guns being stolen and used in crimes.
• </c> Crime Victim Compensation Commission. Crime Victim Compensation Commission.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard extensive testimony on Senate Bill 433, which would restrict the carrying of “bladed weapons” and related items. The Office of the Public Defender, Honolulu Police Department, the Hawaii Firearms Coalition, Knife Rights, and many individual testifiers opposed the bill, arguing it is overbroad, vague, and likely unconstitutional. Common concerns were that the term “bladed weapon” could sweep in ordinary tools such as pocketknives, Leathermans, multi-tools, fishing and camping gear, and items used by farmers, ranchers, hunters, divers, and martial arts practitioners. Several speakers also warned that the bill could burden lawful self-defense and create an affirmative-defense scheme that shifts costs and proof burdens onto defendants. Supporters and opponents alike focused on the need for a clearer definition, with HPD saying a narrower definition would help distinguish ordinary tools from dangerous weapons used in assaults. Opponents repeatedly urged the committee to defer or kill the measure, citing pending and related court cases and the risk of new constitutional challenges. Some testifiers tied the bill to Native Hawaiian gathering rights and subsistence practices, saying it would interfere with hunting, fishing, and food gathering, while others argued it would do little to deter criminals and instead penalize law-abiding residents and visitors. After finishing testimony on SB 433, the committee moved on to Senate Bill 2575 relating to firearms. The transcript shows the start of that item with the Office of the Public Defender and other agencies being called, but no substantive testimony or action on SB 2575 is included before the excerpt ends. No votes or final committee actions are reflected in the portion provided.

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• So we also do that and have a crime.
• </c> really throughout all types of crime really throughout all types of crime that<00:15:15.600><c>
• </c><00:16:15.519><c> across</c> team working on financial crimes across team working on financial crimes
• ><c> that</c><00:20:00.880><c> were</c> then uh financial crimes that were then uh financial crimes that
• These are the frauds related crimes.

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Members, the Alabama Crime Mr. Speaker.
• It's just that, I mean, it's done in regards to the type of crime, the violent crime.
• So tell me about the serious crimes. What are the serious... ... the serious crimes.
• Let's just say little Johnny committed this crime or has been accused of this crime.
• , serious crime as defined in the bill.

Bills: HJR 99, HB 1399, HB 1400, HB 1094, HB 365, HB 1109, HB 647, HCR 35, SB 14, HB 12, HB 1522, HB 422, HB 675, HB 204, HB 748, HB 912, HJR 99, HB 1399, HB 1400, HB 1094, HB 365, HB 1109, HB 647, HCR 35, HCR 123, HCR 124, HR 57, HR 87, HR 111, HR 228, HR 230, HR 322, HR 624, HR 625, HR 626, HR 627, HR 628, HR 630, HR 631, HR 634, HR 635, HR 636, HR 637, HR 638, HR 639, HR 640, HR 645, HR 646, HR 648, HR 649, HR 651, HR 652, HR 653, HR 654, HR 664, HR 665, HR 668, HR 675, HR 676, HR 678, HR 679, HR 680, HR 683, HR 686, HR 688, HR 689, HR 694, HR 695, HR 697, HR 698, HR 699, HR 472, HR 622, HR 632, HR 633, HR 643, HR 655, HR 657, HR 660, HR 661, HR 662, HR 663, HR 667, HR 670, HR 674, HR 681, HR 682, HR 696

Keywords: animal feed, tax exemption, ad valorem taxation, retail, constitutional amendment, retail sale, tangible personal property, Texas tax code, groundwater, water conservation, financial assistance, Texas Water Development Board, innovation fund, local conservation districts, transportation protection agreement, funeral services, insurance exemption, regulation, deceased transportation, HB 365