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• So those resources cost more money through. program because it's a more high-touch resource.
• What do they mean by that, other than resources, financial? I think it's resources.
• . resources to local governments.
• As you consider your broader charge, to think about the resources, the money resources that have been
• And it was done with those resources.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• , um, would probably come under number 6 at the top of page 2 under energy, minerals and natural resources
• much appreciate, I think the committee would appreciate, um, sort of an overview of some of the resource
• And so, uh, how are we looking at that as economic development.
• Finally, uh, a couple more items in the Department of Economic Development.
• It's all dependent upon our water and our resources and water being primary.

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• Going further obviously requires resources.
• > are although the resources I would say are although the resources I would say are at<00:57:49.680
• That we've resources are not unlimited.
• commercial development within St. Paul. commercial development within St. Paul.
• crucial tool for economic development crucial tool for economic development and<01:42:53.440>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• assistance on on on that to develop assistance on on on that to develop something<00:51:39.599><
• <01:14:27.960> in brief history of pace Development in brief history of pace Development in
• programs are also uh required to develop programs are also uh required to develop a<01:19:40.960
• need a you know administrative resources need a you know administrative resources and<01:27:37.080
• Rasmusson and Senator Abeler, we would certainly need additional administrative resources.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• for development.
• you are looking to develop? you are looking to develop?
• The development process.
• We don't have the resources to put together the deals that it would take with developers and financiers
• <01:16:57.760> Um, development now. Um, development now.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• So we have the federal Child Care Development Block Grant and Child Care and Development Fund.
• The committee developed two models to guide further discussion.
• Once we do this, we will develop findings.
• Reimbursement Project on Development Act.
• It might be helpful for us to begin to look at that as we collect all the resources.

Summary: The committee first heard an update on North Dakota’s Interagency Council on Homelessness and Continuum of Care funding. Jennifer Henderson of the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency reported that homelessness remains driven by tight housing markets, low incomes, rising rents, and barriers to rental assistance, public benefits, and disability determinations. She said the state’s one-time North Dakota Homeless Grant is serving all regions but reaches far fewer households than the former Rent Help program, and that aging homelessness, shelter staffing shortages, and limited affordable units are growing concerns. Members discussed the need for more housing supply, better coordination with Health and Human Services, landlord engagement, reentry housing, and possible continued one-time funding for the $10 million Homeless Grant and $25 million Housing Incentive Fund. Henderson also warned that federal Continuum of Care funding is uncertain, with HUD expected to issue a new notice June 1 and possible shifts away from permanent supportive housing toward transitional housing and other models. The committee then took testimony on accessibility of government services for people who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, or hard of hearing. Paul Olson of North Dakota Vision Services School for the Blind described the school’s services for infants, children, and adults, including screenings, mobility training, assistive technology, and outreach across the state. He said the agency works closely with Vocational Rehabilitation and is also involved in improving website and document accessibility, especially for PDF materials. Public testimony highlighted barriers such as inaccessible CAPTCHA systems, online forms, driver’s license requirements on job applications, and limited transportation in rural areas. A deaf resident urged broader use of video remote interpreting and video relay services, along with training so people know how to use them effectively. Finally, Kay Larson presented the final report on the child care provider licensing study. The report recommended streamlining North Dakota’s child care licensing structure into three provider types plus a preschool designation, while preserving health and safety standards and maintaining eligibility for child care assistance. The committee discussed simplifying training and qualification rules, revising ratio and group-size requirements, and adjusting age bands for infants and toddlers. The report also noted that some changes would require statutory amendments and later administrative rule changes, with a transition period likely extending through 2029. No formal votes were taken in the transcript, but the committee accepted the updates and scheduled follow-up presentations for a later meeting.

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• After issues three and four, we will hear from the Department of Community Services and Development about
• Anytime there's a new development in terms of a programmatic need.
• task at hand rather than committing ongoing resources to establish a new governmental structure.
• The weatherization services we provide are a critical resource for improving their health.
• Best to utilize those resources, et cetera, and how we can be helpful.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Today I'm talking in support of the Yurok Diversion Funding and Resources.
• Advocate wise, as you mentioned, community resources.
• And the resources there that could be still needed in this component?
• They were out of resources, resources our task force has already stretched thin on.
• and how we can reach those survivors for resources so victim resources is a huge part of what we do

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• He didn't have a car; he was basically without resources.
• Because we put in those resources.
• For that, because we should be investing more resources into this. Thank you.
• I see children who are not receiving the resources available.
• Seventeen and sixteen-year-olds are also not much different in their developments.

Bills: HB1511, HB1831, HB1988, HB2147, HB2234

Keywords: housing, affordable housing, state regulations, zoning, local government authority, drug court, juvenile justice, diversion programs, rehabilitation, criminal justice reform, remote proceedings, depositions, virtual hearings, court technology, criminal responsibility, age of maturity, expungement, mental health services, juvenile record sealing, 1184

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• We are here and want to be that resource to you.
• <00:21:42.480> and lot of work in terms of resources and lot of work in terms of resources
• <00:52:48.839> and Medicaid Enterprise development and Medicaid Enterprise development and
• That is related to resource shortages in the community at lower levels of care.
• c> for on areas of uh developing policy for on areas of uh developing policy for very<02:15:59.639

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Toby was sorely understaffed under-resourced.
• Fish Water Development, Water Reuse, Investigations, et cetera.
• In addition, we're heavily pursuing brackish water development in the lower Rio Grande.
• We have to conserve water, develop new water.
• Thank you, Madam Chair, and members of the Water and Natural Resources.

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• I'm happy to stand for any questions. bill is has been developed. The bill is has been developed.
• ,<00:47:38.160> financial available resources, financial available resources, financial consequences
• the right mechanism to address resource the right mechanism to address resource concerns.<00:48:
• <00:56:03.280> or because we don't have the resources or because we don't have the resources
• <01:23:29.840> more practices, and leverage resources more practices, and leverage resources

Bills: HF962, HF3541, HF2936, HF3762, HF2879

Keywords: Capitol security, public safety, emergency management, state buildings, law enforcement, corrections, legislative approval, rule-making, financial impact, jail regulations, expungement, firearm eligibility, criminal records, organized retail crime, retail theft, supply chain theft, theft enterprise, organized theft, cargo theft, shoplifting

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• It is an essential step toward recognition, research, and resource allocation.
• And one of my research interests, being supported by LBCA, is the development of AI algorithms to help
• But none of those were developed specifically for lobular. That is one of the problems.
• The first 1,000 days of a child's life are a critical period of human development.
• Tribal communities have developed and refined sustainable practices over millennia.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee first heard testimony on a proposed Massachusetts baby bonds program, including H. 3429, S. 2146, and the Treasurer’s related bill H. 48. Treasurer Goldberg and a broad coalition of advocates, researchers, health professionals, and people with lived experience said the program would create trust accounts for children born into low-income families or in DCF custody, with funds available at age 18 for education, homeownership, business startup, or other long-term asset-building uses. Supporters argued the program would help close the racial wealth gap, improve economic mobility, and not affect eligibility for financial aid or public benefits. Committee members asked about administration, investment returns, eligibility, and withdrawal rules; the Treasurer said the accounts would be held in trust and managed by her office with an advisory board, with funds accessible at 18 and usable through age 35 if the beneficiary remains a Massachusetts resident. No vote was taken during the testimony shown. The committee also heard testimony on legislation establishing Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, including S. 2666 and H. 4625. Senator Ross, Representative Badger, physicians, survivors, and advocates described invasive lobular carcinoma as difficult to detect because it often grows in lines rather than forming a lump, can be missed on mammography, and is underfunded and underrepresented in research and clinical trials. Witnesses said the bill would codify an annual October 15 proclamation to raise awareness, improve diagnosis, and encourage more targeted research and treatment. Committee members asked why the disease is so hard to detect, and medical witnesses explained the imaging challenges and the lack of lobular-specific protocols. The witnesses urged favorable reports. The committee then took testimony on H. 4648, a bill concerning the purchase or lease of Fenn Farm in Stockbridge by the Stockbridge-Munsee community. Representative Davis, the Stockbridge Land Trust president, and the tribal president testified that the bill would remove a conservation restriction tied to a state MVP grant so the tribe could manage the land without a restriction that they said would conflict with tribal sovereignty and Indigenous stewardship practices. They said the parcel is a sacred site connected to Monument Mountain and that the restriction is unnecessary because the land is already surrounded by conserved property. The witnesses asked for favorable action on the bill. Finally, the committee heard testimony on H. 3416, a resolution urging Congress to create a national infrastructure bank. Representative Senna and several advocates argued that an off-budget infrastructure bank could finance major repairs and upgrades to roads, bridges, rail, water systems, broadband, and housing without adding to the state budget, while creating jobs and supporting economic growth. Witnesses cited historical precedents for national infrastructure banks and said Massachusetts could benefit substantially from such a program. The transcript shown does not include a committee vote or final action on the resolution.

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• We collaborate with the Women's Resource Center.
• Additionally, resources like the Veterans Military Resource Center (VMRC) are heavily utilized by our
• Through resources like the Veterans Military Resource Center, we were able to get that up to about a
• To the right resources as appropriate.
• Which would be the financial backing that a developer would need to develop more of this style of housing

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• . developers. developers.
• ownorous to developers or the app store. ownorous to developers or the app store.
• Uh, nowhere in our statutes currently does it say the phrase developer shall. Developer shall.
• Uh, and I assume you mean a software developer. >> Yes. An app developer.
• developers on First Amendment grounds. developers on First Amendment grounds.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• I would like to see that the development is consistent with the surrounding areas, which I know we have
• Second, this bill unlocks infrastructure development statewide.
• So first of all, there are a number of companies that are developing this technology.
• That's natural resource protection.
• That's natural resource protection. That's affordable energy.

Summary: The Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee considered a full agenda of transportation, utility, aviation, and energy bills. HB 4045, amending the Jacksonville Aviation Authority charter, passed without questions or debate. HB 1075, which would require municipal utilities to allow outside property owners to connect when capacity exists and fees are paid, drew testimony from local government and municipal advocates who warned about conflicts with existing agreements, long infrastructure payback periods, and the risk of subsidizing nonresidents; despite concerns from Rep. Smith and others about municipal boundaries and cost, the bill passed, with Smith voting no. HB 519, as amended, authorizes golf cart crossings at signalized intersections on designated golf cart roads; it passed unanimously after lighthearted debate about golf carts and pedestrian crossings. The committee then took up HB 919, which creates a state definition for major commercial service airports and preempts airport naming authority, including renaming Palm Beach International Airport to Donald J. Trump International Airport subject to FAA, county, and trademark-related conditions. Palm Beach County supported the bill and an amendment clarifying implementation and trademark language, while Rep. Eskamani and others raised concerns about preemption and the timing of honoring a sitting president; the bill passed with several no votes, including Eskamani, Skidmore, and the ranking member. HB 1093, the Advanced Air Mobility and Infrastructure Act, would support eVTOL/vertiport development through tax exemptions, infrastructure funding flexibility, and statewide siting standards while preserving local zoning; supporters framed it as an economic-development and workforce bill, while Rep. Cheney raised taxpayer concerns. An amendment narrowing liability protections for vertiports co-located with public airports was adopted, and the bill passed with Cheney voting no. Finally, HB 1461 established a regulatory framework for advanced nuclear reactors, assigning oversight roles to the PSC, DOH, and DEP. Supporters argued the bill would improve energy reliability, affordability, and Florida’s leadership in clean, advanced energy, while an opponent from Deploy US urged strong consumer protections and cautioned against overbroad deregulation. Rep. Eskamani emphasized preserving PSC prudency review for ratepayer protection, and the sponsor said the bill was refined through committee discussion. After an amendment fixing technical issues and clarifying that one section applied to all nuclear, the bill passed favorably. The meeting then adjourned.

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• AIS uh in our cherished water resources. AIS uh in our cherished water resources.
• Minnesota has amazing natural resources, but in some communities these natural resources also show are
• superior resources to the individual. superior resources to the individual.
• programs that they have developed. programs that they have developed.
• <00:39:14.000> Their trusted local resources. Their trusted local resources.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• You're still in pre-development stages, OK.
• So if it's 2 years old, I mean as these develop much mature with other phases or other developments come
• for Johnson Development Corporation.
• I work in housing and land development.
• We work with the developer and the governing agencies to identify the phasing for large developments

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• Sometimes they develop, and many times they do not.
• Sometimes they develop, and many times they do not.
• Sometimes they develop, and many times they do not.
• These meetings are for students and families that have community resources and family resources in their
• So they might be well-trained in professional development, but they may still be using a curricular resource

Keywords: 908, all

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• They're a trusted resource to help preserve soil and water quality in our lands, lakes, and rivers.
• <00:04:53.400> to<00:04:53.560> help years they're a trusted resource to help years
• the regional Economic Development the regional Economic Development Organization<00:32:15.360>
• We cannot lose out on this important economic development opportunity.
• important Economic Development important Economic Development opportunity<01:04:59.680> extending

Bills: HF1126, HF967, HF1066, HF1669, HF926

Keywords: property tax, Indian Tribe, tax exemption, Minnesota, public charity, property tax exemption, Minnesota statutes, unorganized territory, federally recognized, soil conservation, water conservation, local government aid, environmental funding, Minnesota legislation, tax credits, sustainable aviation fuel, environmental policy, corporate franchise, Minnesota taxation, tobacco