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• The way this is structured is it...
• You paid your fee to the bail bondsman? Yes. No, I mean, their task is one.
• Wu, yes, you pay a fee on this hand, and that hurts your pocketbook.
• I think the way that I would structure this or the way I would structure it in my mind is to make the
• The electric monitoring, you talk about, what are some of the fees associated?

Bills: HB36, HB75, HB76, HB166, HB799, HB 1135, HJR15, HJR16, HB36, HB75, HB76, HB166, HJR15, HJR16

Keywords: family violence, global positioning monitoring system, victim resources, electronic monitoring, protective orders, magistrate, criminal procedure, probable cause, written findings, law enforcement, bail bonds, bail fund, charitable bail fund, nonprofit bail organization, public funds, local government spending, political subdivision, county, city, taxpayer lawsuit

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• planning and provides clearer structure planning and provides clearer structure and<00:35:22.160
• Now, the bill strictly forbids utilities from collecting undercollection fees from nondefault service
• <00:37:47.760> from collecting undercollection fees from collecting undercollection fees from
• The objection from the Brewers Association raised the tier 2 fee from $480 to $720.
• Edna raised the tier 2 fee from $480 to Edna raised the tier 2 fee from $480 to $720. $720. $720.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• <00:55:11.079> the organization organization structure the organization organization structure
• It includes licensing fees, which a lot of states use to administer their sports wagering programs, so
• It includes licensing fees, which a lot of states use to administer their sports wagering programs, so
• 12:17.000> it<01:12:17.199> includes<01:12:17.840> licensing<01:12:18.480> fees
• <01:12:18.920> which program it includes licensing fees which program it includes licensing

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard several measures on agriculture, energy, stadium governance, and hotel consumer protections. On SB 448 relating to agriculture, Agra Business Development Corporation and the Hawaii Farm Bureau testified in support of a proposed conservation easement acquisition in Central Oahu; the chair asked follow-up questions about the exact location, cost, and agricultural potential of the land, and the witness said the parcel had good soil and water and was former pineapple land, with cost still to be provided. On SB 827 relating to meat processing, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism said the state needs more meat-processing capacity and that any grant program should complement, not compete with, existing efforts; the Attorney General’s office warned the bill lacked legally sufficient standards for grants of public money under the state constitution and offered draft standards. Several industry and chamber witnesses supported the measure, while discussion focused on the need for brick-and-mortar or modular facilities, infrastructure costs, federal inspection needs, and access for hunters and neighbor islands. The committee then took up SB 1269 relating to geothermal resources, which drew broad support from county officials, energy consultants, utility representatives, and community advocates, with one witness opposing it. Supporters described geothermal as a viable, indigenous, firm baseload energy source that could help reduce Hawaii’s high electricity costs and support clean energy goals; one witness emphasized prior work in New Zealand and another urged the state to move forward with exploration. A DBEDT representative explained that the department is coordinating geothermal-related work with the Hawaii Technology Development Corp., the University of Hawaii, and the Hawaii State Energy Office, noting a prior $3 million appropriation, phase-one community engagement work, and plans to seek a contractor for geoscience and exploration in phase two. Members pressed DBEDT to explain how this bill fits with other geothermal measures moving through different committees, and the chair asked the department to review SB 993 and better coordinate the package of geothermal bills. On SB 1337 relating to the Stadium Authority, the stadium manager testified in support of clarifying quorum rules, explaining that the authority currently has eight seated voting members out of nine possible voting seats and that the bill would help ensure voting members are counted for quorum; he said meetings have not been delayed. Finally, on SB 883 relating to hotels, the Attorney General’s office raised First Amendment and contract-law concerns and recommended adding a purpose statement and a non-impairment savings clause. Unite Here Local 5 and other supporters said guests should be notified of hotel service disruptions such as construction, closures, or labor disputes, while opponents questioned who would enforce the law, what penalties would apply, and whether the measure could require hotels to pay damages even without a complaint. No votes or final committee actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• So, uh, just for visibility, the main structural changes is to move the requirement of MnDOT's 10-year
• So, uh just for visibility, the<00:10:18.600> main<00:10:18.800> structural<00:10:19.240
• changes is to move the main structural changes is to move the<00:10:20.720> requirement<00:10
• 22nd in the country, we are forcing a situation where we are going to have among the highest user fees
• input is structured and that there's<01:02:24.520> a<01:02:24.600> full<01:02:25.280><

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Chairman, members, HB 1187 provides a clear, structured process for handling potentially excess funds
• HB 1187 provides a clear, structured process for handling potentially excess funds from Louisiana Citizens
• get those homeowners back in their homes quicker and save the homeowner some cost in terms of legal fees
• And a policy fee, also by law, is considered premium. And so it is taxed.
• It's going to be the fee that's collected by this clearinghouse in Florida.

Keywords: 965, house, all

Summary: The House Insurance Committee met on April 23 with a quorum present and began by announcing that HB 1142 was deferred. The committee then took up HB 1187, which would direct any excess Louisiana Citizens emergency assessment funds, after related debt is satisfied, toward the Louisiana Fortified Homes Program or future Citizens obligations. Commissioner Tim Temple and Rep. Sawyer said the bill would likely redirect about $50 million to the popular fortified roof grant program, which has already awarded thousands of roofs and is oversubscribed. With support from Citizens and others, the committee adopted technical amendments and reported HB 1187 favorably. The committee next considered HB 1210, a proposal by Rep. Dana Henry to create a pre-suit claim review process for Louisiana Citizens disputes modeled on Florida’s system. After explaining that the bill was prompted by constituent concerns about rising homeowners insurance costs, Henry voluntarily deferred the bill and instead moved toward a study resolution. The substitute version, which would have allowed Citizens disputes to be resolved through the Division of Administrative Law, was adopted for discussion, but the bill was ultimately voluntarily deferred after testimony from Citizens and the department supporting further study. HB 1199, by Rep. Jordan, would require coverage for genetic testing and medically necessary treatment for SCN2A-associated disorders. After adopting an amendment clarifying that coverage depends on provider order and medical necessity, the committee heard emotional testimony from a parent describing her daughter’s severe SCN2A condition and the difficulty obtaining genetic testing. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then took up HB 880, the Louisiana Artificial Intelligence Insurance Fairness Act, which would regulate AI use in underwriting, rating, and claims. Jordan said the bill raised state-federal insurance regulatory issues and could jeopardize federal broadband funding, so he voluntarily deferred it; HB 920 was also voluntarily deferred. Finally, the committee considered HB 1221, by Rep. Amadee, which would narrow data collection under the surplus lines premium tax system to protect policyholder privacy. Former Rep. Bowler argued the department should not collect names, addresses, or coverage limits and that the bill would preserve privacy without affecting tax collection. The Department of Insurance said the broader data is needed for premium tax reconciliation, fraud detection, and post-disaster assistance. After debate, a motion to report HB 1221 favorably failed on a 6-6 roll call. The committee then moved on to HB 869 by Rep. Lyons, a health insurance bill covering injectable drugs for glucose or weight-loss treatment, but the transcript ends before further action on that measure.

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• They do it at NME, and it takes at-risk youth and brings them into a structured program to turn them
• Is there a fee for parking when individuals come to any event at the African American Performing Arts
• The promoters have an opportunity to pay a flat fee and build that into the cost of their ticketing.
• Just a reminder that that other revenue consists of user fees, license leases, and interest.
• The building is a very unique and beautiful structure.

Keywords: 996, all

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• <00:13:47.360> integrity um and keep their structural integrity um and keep their structural
• This would retire the current pay structure, which is a flat fee for each individual service.
• which is a flat rate for or a structure which is a flat rate for or a flat<01:08:06.720> fee<
• <01:08:09.760> Um flat fee for each individual service.
• Um flat fee for each individual service.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Call to Order and Roll Call 00:00:23 Kentucky Bankers Association 00:02:32 How to Read and Understand KRS 6.948 Health Mandate and Federal Cost Defrayal Impact Statements 00:25:40 Proposed Amendments to Kentucky's Essential Health Benefit-Benchmark Plan 00:50:18 Proposed Health Insurance Legislation for the 2026 Session 01:04:22 Reimbursement for Covered Benefits Delivered Through the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model 01:01:46 Coverage of Eating or Feeding Disorders 01:18:47 Coverage of Hearing Loss 01:25:31, 958, all

Summary: The Interim Joint Committee on Banking and Insurance met for its first interim meeting, established a quorum, approved routine opening items, and welcomed a new committee assistant and a legislative intern. The committee first heard a Kentucky Bankers Association presentation from Tim Shank and John Cooper focused on the state’s housing shortage, which they described as affecting all 120 counties and especially low- and moderate-income and workforce housing. They urged support for a proposed $20 million banker-backed revolving fund, paired with tax credits, to finance new housing construction; they said the program would be flexible, could support alternatives such as manufactured housing, and would use below-market loans with tax credits vesting over five years only after units are completed. They also asked for extension of the historical tax credit carryforward from five to seven years and for continued support of new market tax credits, arguing that supply-chain delays make the longer period necessary for historic rehabilitation projects. The bankers also raised concerns about credit unions, arguing that because credit unions do not pay the same taxes as banks, they should not be allowed to acquire healthy state-chartered banks or hold state and local deposits. They cited the recent purchase of First State Bank of Middlesborough as an example, saying the transaction would reduce state, county, and city tax revenue and weaken local tax bases. In response to committee questions, the presenters said local regulations, zoning, parking, sidewalk, and utility easement issues can significantly delay housing projects, and they emphasized that state policy and infrastructure support are needed to help address affordability and development barriers. The committee then shifted to a Department of Insurance presentation by Commissioner Sharon Clark on how to read KRS 6.948 health mandate and federal cost defrayal impact statements. Clark explained that the mandate statements were created in 1998 so legislators would have actuarial estimates of how proposed health insurance mandates would affect administrative costs, premiums, and total costs, and she noted that later legislation added federal cost-defrayal analysis. She also reviewed the background of the Affordable Care Act’s essential health benefits framework and said the department’s statements are intended to help lawmakers make informed decisions on proposed health coverage mandates. No votes or formal actions were taken during the portion of the meeting provided.

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• Through data-driven interventions and academic support structures, by implementing more tenure-track
• This initiative provides $125,000 over four years for mandatory fees and tuition, subject to eligibility
• I don't even remember what the fee is; I don't know if it's 5%, 7%, or 8%.
• The $193,000 to address the backlog by y'all's administrative fee. Very good question.
• And for that seven-week period, there’s a flat fee of $1,000.

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• And Senate Bill 158 creates the regulatory structure for these credit property insurance and codifies
• And Senate Bill 158 creates the And Senate Bill 158 creates the regulatory<00:45:39.040> structure
• uh for these uh regulatory structure uh for these uh credit<00:45:42.280> property<00:45:43.320
• It means a company has registered on an FDA site and paid a fee.
• Um, again, as part of the FDA FDA site and paid a fee. It does not FDA site and paid a fee.

Keywords: 958, all

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• amended because it sets up and decision-making structure
• amended because it sets up and decision-making structure
• The balance of the fees administrative and marketing
• The balance of the fees shall be used by Miami Dade
• The balance of the fees shall be used by Miami Dade