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• Mining and logging is not a public use. Building an Amazon warehouse is not a public use.
• <01:03:59.839> Mining<01:04:00.160> and<01:04:00.400> logging<01:04:00.799><
• Mining and logging is not a public use.
• Mining and logging is not a<01:04:01.280> public<01:04:01.599> use.
• Aloha. corey, if it's a mine, if it's office corey, if it's a mine, if it's office space<01:04:52.880

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee took up Senate Bill 3019, which would cap ticket resale prices at face value for events in Hawaii and authorize DCCA to enforce violations. DCCA’s Office of Consumer Protection opposed the bill and said it preferred a ticket transparency approach focused on upfront disclosure of fees, while supporters argued the measure would curb scalping, bots, and extreme markups. Testimony from the National Independent Venue Association and a concert promoter emphasized that resale does not add inventory and said the bill would protect consumers; committee members questioned DCCA about enforcement and cited examples of very high resale prices for local concerts. No vote was taken in the excerpt, and the chair said the measure would be moved along for further consideration. The committee then heard Senate Bill 3311, which would create the Strengthen Hawaii Homes Program within DLNR to fund fire-mitigation grants for residential property owners. DLNR supported the bill, saying the need is immediate and that the program is modeled on successful mainland efforts, though the department said it ultimately belongs under the State Fire Marshal once that office has capacity. DCCA’s Insurance Division submitted written comments only. The measure was received without further action in the excerpt. Senate Bill 2979, authorizing DLNR and community-based organizations to enter community co-management agreements for state lands, drew broad support from OHA, community groups, and several individuals, who said the bill would formalize partnerships, strengthen shared responsibility, and help community stewardship efforts. Testifiers clarified that the bill does not require 65-year agreements and said the term should be left to DLNR’s discretion. The committee then moved on without questions or a vote shown in the excerpt. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 2351 on the state park special fund, which would allow DLNR to use fund monies for environmental protection programs. DLNR’s state parks administrator opposed the bill, saying the special fund is already fully committed to urgent maintenance and infrastructure needs across an aging park system, and warned that diverting money would weaken the fund’s ability to support parks. The Tax Foundation also submitted written testimony, and a community witness opposed the measure for similar reasons. The excerpt ends as the committee begins Senate Bill 2918, which would require HCDA to establish a community action center in Chinatown; HCDA’s executive director expressed concern about jurisdiction and said the city and county should continue leading that work.

Transcript Highlights:

• And so they had to get rid of one of them, and it ended up being mine. I would say that's fairness.
• This is the person who's supposed to be implementing the funds for families like mine.
• changes because I believe it undermines the future of representation for marginalized communities like mine
• He went to jail, and it's personal for me because one of those representatives was mine, Congressman
• Here's mine: Stop drawing the map like you're afraid of a fair fight. Thank you for your testimony.

Bills: HB4

Keywords: district composition, congressional election, Texas, legislature, voting districts, 997, house, all

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• Housing stabilization providers like mine are left in a difficult position.
• Housing stabilization providers like mine are left in a difficult position.
• Housing stabilization providers like mine are left in a difficult position.
• Housing stabilization providers like mine are left in a difficult position.
• Housing stabilization providers like mine are left in a difficult position.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• That's where mine end up. All my resolutions end up at Johnson Funeral Home. Dead, buried.
• So do I. >> But it is mine. I don't want to pass policy that can end up taking somebody's life.
• >> But<02:07:48.880> it<02:07:49.040> it's<02:07:49.360> mine.
• I don't want to pass >> But it it's mine.
• Mine is very narrowly tailored. I'm just processing what we're doing. Go ahead. I'll let you. Okay.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Matthew that says, quote, "Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine
• “We’re all in an ERP system, but mine is full ERP pro.
• So, I stay away from the things that aren’t mine.
• :11.200> aren't stay away from the things that aren't stay away from the things that aren't mine
• However, in the state of New mine.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• and interested to hear more about because he may have statistics and sources that are deeper than mine
• A constituent of mine, traversing down the road, broadsided a car backing out of their driveway.
• This person, this constituent of mine, never been in a car accident, so they don't know what to do.
• so a constituent of mine so a constituent of mine uh<02:10:52.239> traversing<02:10:52.800
• c> been<02:11:12.400> in<02:11:12.480> a<02:11:12.599> car constituent of mine

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee took up HB 297 with a non-germane amendment proposed by the Insurance Department to create the Granite State Home Mitigation and Resiliency Program. Commissioner DJ Beton explained that the program is intended to help homeowners reduce rising insurance premiums and avoid surplus lines coverage by funding proactive home and property improvements such as roof fortification, exterior and foundation work, flood protection, and tree removal. He said the proposal was developed after leadership asked for more statutory detail and for the idea to be vetted through policy committees rather than handled only in the budget process. Beton said the program would be funded by the first $1 million collected annually from the insurance premium tax, with grants of up to $10,000 awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. He described the program as modeled on similar efforts in other states, with means testing tied to the Department of Energy’s weatherization/home heating assistance criteria. He also said the department would administer the program using one existing staff position, with coordination through Treasury, and that unspent funds would roll over for several years before reverting to the general fund. Members asked about the unusual use of a non-germane amendment and how the bill would be handled procedurally, since the underlying bill and the new insurance proposal were unrelated. The chair explained that the amendment was being used as a vehicle to move the department’s proposal through the committee process and that the committee could later accept one part, both parts, or neither. No vote was taken in the portion of the meeting shown; the discussion ended with questions about administration, staffing, and the relationship between the underlying bill and the amendment.

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• I urge all of my colleagues to of mine.
• A dear friend of mine, Dr.
• A dear friend of mine, Dr.
• A<04:25:46.479> dear<04:25:46.720> friend<04:25:46.880> of<04:25:47.120> mine
• <04:25:48.319> Allison A dear friend of mine, Dr. Dr. Allison A dear friend of mine, Dr.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, December 1, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• A doctor friend of mine says that trying to keep up with medicine is like trying to take a sip from a
• A doctor friend of mine says that trying to keep up with medicine is like trying to take a sip from a
• this amendment did come back to me, since they are rolling it into 151:2, that was a huge concern of mine
• You don't want a kid to be the canary in the coal mine.
• a kid to be the canary and the coal mine a kid to be the canary and the coal mine if<04:04:45.640

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The Probate and Family Court has been another real focus of mine for some of the same reasons, and it's
• The Probate and Family Court has been another real focus of mine for some of the same reasons, and it's
• The Probate and Family Court has been another real focus of mine for some of the same reasons, and it's
• The Probate and Family Court has been another real focus of mine for some of the same reasons, and it's

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing was held in Clinton Town Hall as part of the Joint Committee on Ways and Means’ budget review, with local officials welcoming legislators and noting the long agenda of many panels. The main presentation was from Secretary Terrence Reedy of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, who outlined the Healey-Driscoll administration’s FY26 proposal for the secretariat, including a $1.7 billion budget and a 7% increase over FY25. He described investments in emergency preparedness, hate-crime prevention, reentry programming, technology modernization, internships, and public safety training, while also noting some reductions driven by resource constraints, including cuts to certain grant programs and administrative costs. Committee members also raised concerns about federal uncertainty and how it could affect state budgets and public safety planning. A major portion of the questioning focused on the Department of Correction. Secretary Reedy and Commissioner Sean Jenkins said the biggest challenges are staffing, officer wellness, facility safety, and contraband—especially K2. They described steps taken at MCI Souza and other facilities, including reducing population at the maximum-security unit, changing management, removing metal products and free weights, improving screening and roll calls, adding a rapid response team, and increasing investigative and technological efforts to combat K2. They also discussed the closure of MCI Concord, saying it was driven by high maintenance costs and staffing needs, and explained that savings are being used to improve staffing patterns and address deferred maintenance over time rather than producing immediate large budget reductions. Members also questioned the budget’s impact on police training and community policing. The administration defended the increase in police academy tuition from $3,200 to $6,000 as reflecting true training costs and said it would still be subsidized by the state, while acknowledging the burden on small municipalities. They said the MPTC is expanding regional training and considering proposals such as Greenfield Community College’s. On community policing, officials emphasized uniform statewide training, de-escalation, and communication skills. The State Police also announced an outside review of the academy by the International Association of Chiefs of Police and said the next class will be split into two smaller groups to improve oversight and allow quicker implementation of recommendations. Other topics included ICE and federal immigration enforcement, with Reedy saying state law prohibits Massachusetts law enforcement from acting in a civil immigration capacity and that no state dollars were used in the Tufts-related ICE operation mentioned by a member. Senators and representatives also raised the upcoming FIFA World Cup, warning that it will require significant public safety resources and likely federal funding. Additional discussion covered restorative justice and juvenile diversion, health care costs in DOC, electronic health records, and the need for more diverse and culturally competent public safety staffing. No votes were taken during the hearing.

Transcript Highlights:

• And if you want to go and find quotes, I’m sure that I could find some old quotes of mine saying this
• BECAUSE AND IF YOU WANT TO GO AND FIND QUOTE, I'M SURE THAT I COULD FIND SOME OLD QUOTES OF MINE SAYING
• contaminated, not tested talc, and not talc from my particular area of the world or any particular mine
• That is another concern of mine: that we may be putting small businesses in jeopardy, and, as we have

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened, approved the journal, and then moved through a large number of motions to discharge bills from committees and substitute identical Senate bills for third reading. The chamber also received and accepted a Finance Committee report on nominations for Kathleen Mosier as Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Terrence O’Leary as Commissioner of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, and John Kagia as Executive Director of the Office of Cannabis Management. All three nominees were confirmed, with Mosier and O’Leary confirmed unanimously and Kagia confirmed 57-1, with Senator Walczyk voting no. The Senate adopted previously approved resolutions recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and mourning the death of Susan Irene Wright of Harlem. Senators Brisport and Bottcher spoke at length in support of Pride Month, emphasizing LGBTQ+ history, resilience, and ongoing threats to the trans community. On the Susan Wright resolution, Senators Cleare, Bailey, and Bottcher praised her community leadership, philanthropy, and family legacy, and Assembly Member Jordan Wright was recognized in the chamber. The body then considered and passed many bills on the calendar, including measures on insurance, environmental conservation, public health, education, business law, labor, social services, highway law, and local tax exemptions. Several bills drew brief explanations of vote, including a measure to end higher insurance premiums for widows, a bill to prohibit correctional facilities from denying visitation because of menstrual products or IUDs, and a Medicaid-related bill to expand access to blood pressure monitors for pregnant people. Most bills passed with broad support, though some had notable opposition from a small group of senators. Late in the session, the Senate took up a proposed constitutional amendment on redistricting. Senator Stewart-Cousins sponsored the measure, and Senator Walczyk questioned it extensively, arguing voters had previously approved an independent redistricting process and objecting to changes that would remove the Legislature’s two-thirds map-approval requirement and alter the commission’s role. The sponsor said the changes were needed in response to aggressive partisan redistricting in other states and would still require voter ratification in future sessions. The transcript ends during that debate, with no final vote on the amendment shown.

Transcript Highlights:

• >> That's mine, Mr. Chair.
• >> That's<01:03:02.559> mine,<01:03:02.799> Mr.<01:03:03.040> Chair.
• >> That's mine, Mr. Chair. >> That's mine, Mr. Chair.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• That's a concern of mine. I'm wondering about that.
• that's<01:14:40.320> a<01:14:40.440> concern<01:14:41.320> of<01:14:41.520> mine
• <01:14:41.840> So Um that so that's a concern of mine.
• So Um that so that's a concern of mine.

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• Families like the Petersons, the Harvys, the Grays, the Mines, and the Walkers have all experienced similar
• Kalia Zachary: These families—the Grays and the Mines, the Walkers—have all experienced similar harm.
• And so I always joke with Assembly Member Irwin that her constituents are now mine because a lot of those
• access to the tools and resources needed to protect themselves and our children as communities like mine

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The committee heard several bills, with extensive testimony on AB 1557, AB 1770, AB 2075, AB 1864, and AB 1709. AB 1557 would clarify e-bike power limits and set lower speed restrictions for Class 1 and 2 e-bikes; the author and police chiefs framed it as a youth safety measure in response to severe injuries and deaths, while bicycle industry representatives warned it could conflict with federal standards and disrupt California businesses. AB 1770 would place large health care service plans’ binding arbitration under Attorney General oversight and require compliance with the California Arbitration Act; supporters described patient harm and biased arbitration, while Kaiser Permanente and the Civil Justice Association said they were still reviewing amendments and had concerns. AB 2075 would require fire suppression equipment to be kept on or near tractors and other work sites to prevent wildfire spread, and AB 1864 would require screening of gene synthesis orders to prevent misuse for bioterrorism; both were presented as common-sense safety measures, with AB 1864 drawing support from biosecurity experts and some industry groups raising amendment concerns. The most extensive discussion was on AB 1709, which would prohibit social media accounts for users under 16 on platforms with harmful addictive features and create an e-safety commission. The author and supporters argued that social media companies intentionally design addictive products that harm children’s mental health, citing internal company documents, research, and recent court rulings; teen, medical, and advocacy witnesses described cyberbullying, addiction, and other harms. Opponents, including EFF and other civil liberties and industry groups, argued the bill is overbroad, violates the First Amendment, increases data collection, and could cut off access to community and information for youth, especially LGBTQ+ youth and other vulnerable groups. Committee members raised questions about out-of-state users, parental use, dark web harms, and how to preserve community resources for teens; the author said the bill targets platform design rather than speech and emphasized continued work with stakeholders. No final votes were taken during the portion of the meeting provided. The chair repeatedly noted that motions would be taken later when quorum and agenda timing allowed, and several authors asked for aye votes or said they would continue working with opponents on amendments and clarifications.

Transcript Highlights:

• It is fundamental to my values to be not just considerate, but thinking first of mine, top of pile for
• Families like the Petersons, the Harveys, the Grays, and Mines, and the Walkers have all experienced
• And so I always joke with Assembly Member Irwin that her constituents are now mine because a lot of those
• As communities like mine continue to live in fear, I respectfully ask for your aye. Thank you.

Summary: The committee heard several bills, with most of the discussion focused on public safety, consumer protection, and youth harms. AB 1557 by Assemblymember Papin would clarify e-bike motor power limits and set lower speed-related standards for Class 1 and 2 e-bikes. Supporters, including the California Police Chiefs Association, cities, the California Medical Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, argued the bill would reduce severe injuries and deaths among young riders. Opponents from People for Bikes warned it could conflict with federal law, create legal uncertainty, and disrupt the bicycle market. The author and committee members acknowledged industry concerns and urged continued work on the bill. AB 1770 by Assemblymember Garcia would place large health care service plan arbitration under California Department of Justice oversight and require compliance with the California Arbitration Act. Supporters described cases where patients were forced into private arbitration with little transparency or accountability, arguing the bill would make the process fairer and more neutral. Kaiser Permanente and the Civil Justice Association of California said they were still reviewing amendments and had not settled on a final position. Committee members expressed sympathy for the personal stories shared and encouraged continued negotiations. The committee also heard AB 2075, which would require fire suppression equipment to be kept closer at hand during brush work, and AB 1864, which would require screening of gene synthesis orders to prevent misuse for bioterrorism. AB 2075 was presented as a response to a Ventura County wildfire, with support from the Ventura County District Attorney’s office and no opposition heard. AB 1864 was backed by the author, Stanford biosecurity expert Dr. Milana Trout, and Encode AI, while Biocom opposed unless amended and California Life Sciences remained neutral. Members discussed implementation details and the role of the Department of Public Health. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to AB 1709, which would set a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts on platforms with harmful features and create an e-safety advisory commission. Supporters, including youth advocates, parents, medical groups, and Common Sense Media, said addictive design features are harming children’s mental health and safety. Opponents, including EFF, the ACLU, TechNet, and other civil liberties and industry groups, argued the bill is overbroad, raises First Amendment and privacy concerns, and could limit access to important online communities. Despite those objections, the bill was moved forward after committee discussion, with members emphasizing the need to protect children while continuing to work on carveouts and implementation details.

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• None of them are mine.
• None of them are mine<00:20:25.240> or<00:20:25.880> So, mine or So, mine or So, those<

Bills: HF4382, HF2929

Keywords: child care, day care, child care center, family child care, family day care, group family day care, licensed child care, licensing modernization, early childhood education, preschool, infant care, toddler care, school-age care, drop-in child care, night care, sick care, community-based child care, provider training, staff ratios, group size

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• Kelly, obviously this is something that is a huge concern of mine, obviously living in, uh, you know,
• is something that is a huge<00:10:32.320> concern<00:10:32.560> of<00:10:32.720> mine
• ,<00:10:33.040> obviously<00:10:33.360> living huge concern of mine, obviously living
• huge concern of mine, obviously living in,<00:10:34.000> uh,<00:10:34.160> you<00:10:34.320

Bills: HF4588, HF3685, HF4577, HF4932

Keywords: veterans, veterans affairs, mental health, behavioral health, rural health, rural areas, access to care, task force, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, general fund appropriation, veteran suicide prevention, PTSD, service members, military families, telehealth, rural psychiatry, high school diploma, armed forces, education policy, military service

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• 01:12:35.520> was<01:12:35.680> different<01:12:36.040> than<01:12:36.160> mine
• ,<01:12:36.520> our uniform was different than mine, our uniform was different than mine,
• Today, I'd like to stand and recognize a constituent of mine, Boston Shelley, for his amazing achievements

Bills: SB141, SB124, SB56, SJR116, SB94, SB37, SB127, SB197, SB66, SB70, SB133, SB160, SB214, SB312, SB52, SJR62, SJR75

Keywords: legal advertisements, tax rates, public hearings, transparency, local government, sick leave, education, teacher retirement, benefits, employee compensation, Medicaid, nonopioid analgesics, pain management, health care regulation, utilization controls, physician shortage, health care access, medically underserved areas, medical education, workforce development

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• here to consider the fact that it is enabling, it's not mandatory, and in some communities, thinking mine
• 05.200> some<03:15:05.480> communities,<03:15:06.960> thinking<03:15:07.440> mine
• and in some communities, thinking mine and in some communities, thinking mine in<03:15:07.920>

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: House Transportation opened public hearings on three Senate bills and discussed a fourth scheduling issue. On SB 499, which would change Traffic Safety Commission reporting requirements, the sponsor’s representative said the bill would require annual aggregated data on the causes of traffic collisions in New Hampshire and recommendations to address them. Members asked about the added Trauma Medical Review Committee seat, and a representative explained that it is a longstanding state board of emergency and trauma professionals; the bill had already been amended and passed unanimously earlier in the process. On SB 500, concerning restroom access for certain commercial motor vehicle operators, the sponsor and trucking-industry supporters said the measure arose from concerns raised by female truck drivers and was intended to require larger commercial facilities with available public or employee restrooms to allow truck drivers to use them when there are no public safety concerns. Supporters from the New Hampshire Motor Transport Association said driver shortages make it important to recruit and retain women, and that lack of bathroom access is a significant barrier. Committee members asked about the scope of the problem and whether the issue affected male and female drivers differently. The committee then heard SB 559, which would reduce the minimum allowable speed limit on locally controlled roads. Supporters, including bicyclists and the Bike-Walk Alliance, testified that lower speeds improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, citing personal crash experiences and national guidance supporting lower urban speed limits where warranted by traffic or engineering studies. They emphasized the bill would not mandate lower limits statewide but would give towns local discretion. Members questioned whether the group would support 15 mph limits and how congestion and travel-time concerns were weighed. A Department of Transportation official testified neutrally, saying the agency had no formal position but had concerns about public perception and possible spillover to unnumbered state roads. The chair also noted an earlier scheduling problem that prevented immediate executive action on a bill until later in the day.

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• It's a different department than mine, but I could certainly, um, if I understand what you're looking
• 01:12:41.199> than of that. a different department than of that. a different department than mine
• 12:42.239> certainly<01:12:43.440> um<01:12:44.000> if<01:12:44.159> I mine
• , but I could certainly um if I mine, but I could certainly um if I understand<01:12:44.800> what<

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Programs like mine and partnerships like this one with Sanford Bemidji don't happen without investment
• Programs like mine and partnerships like this one with Sanford Bemidji don't happen without investment
• Programs like mine and partnerships like this one with Sanford Bemidji don't happen without investment
• Programs like mine and partnerships like this one with Sanford Bemidji don't happen without investment

Bills: HF4841, HF4234, HF3697

Keywords: Hennepin County, sales tax, health care facilities, ballpark improvements, tax revenue, HF4234, Minnesota private activity bonds, tax-exempt bonds, bond cap, aggregate bond limitation, residential rental projects, multifamily housing, affordable housing finance, housing bonds, public finance, bond allocation, private activity bond cap, Minnesota Statutes 474A.02, tax committee, tax refund