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• The amendment<00:09:16.080> is<00:09:16.240> coded<00:09:16.800> A12.
• I recognize the amendment is coded A12.
• I recognize The amendment is coded A10.
• The amendment is coded A1. I recognize a member from Monoka, Representative Niska.
• The amendment is coded A13.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• additional staff and appropriation authority there when our in need of another hydrologist for the water
• well program you've heard you probably know a lot about all of the water wells in this state that need
• checked, 35 different plans that we're trying to approve so that as a sign of growth in this state of Texas
• launched in 2020. has been an interception, a recovery or prevention of $273 million in loss to the Texas

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• to Texas and in celebrating Texas Tech University System Day at the state capitol.
• Texas Capitol to celebrate South Texas ISD Day.
• Texas public education. Join me, members, and welcome South Texas ISD to their Texas. House.
• and and its Texas children.
• You're the prince of Fort Worth, Texas, my man.

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• Texas Family First pilot.
• Item C at the bottom of the page, Texas Center for Infectious Disease Operations.
• code.
• The first item, maintained women's health funding for healthy Texas women.
• Item 3 in the middle of the page, add funding for Thriving Texas Families program.

Bills: SB 1

Keywords: campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards

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• south and going north, it keeps all of Plant City within the district until it gets over toward the water
• question would be, are you speaking of other states being states that have already passed this, like Texas
• know if that was part of the governor's motivation in directing us to prepare a map, a response to Texas
• this because you're just an absolute gentleman and have an incredible, impeccable moral and ethical code
• So, ...and have an incredible, impeccable moral and ethical code.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• south and going north, it keeps all of Plant City within the district until it gets over toward the water
• question would be, are you speaking of other states being states that has already passed this, like Texas
• Were we influenced by the mid-decade redistricting advocates in states like Texas, California, Virginia
• I don't know. ...part of the governor's motivation in directing us to prepare a map, a response to Texas
• So, And have an incredible, impeccable moral and ethical code.

Summary: The Committee on Rules met with a quorum and heard a Governor’s Office presentation on a proposed congressional reapportionment map. The governor’s counsel argued that mid-cycle congressional redistricting is legally permissible, that race should not be considered at all in drawing districts, and that the Florida Fair Districts provisions are inconsistent with federal equal protection law and should be treated as non-severable. The presentation also discussed the pending U.S. Supreme Court case Louisiana v. Callais and the Florida Supreme Court’s Black Voters Matter decision as part of the legal rationale for the map. Jason Parada, who said he drew the map alone, described the map as based on 2020 census block data, with county-level population estimates used only as a guide to identify faster-growing areas. He said the plan keeps 48 counties and 382 municipalities whole, has compactness scores similar to the current benchmark map, and uses traditional geographic and political boundaries such as roads, railways, county lines, and municipal lines. He walked through regional changes, emphasizing a race-neutral redesign that significantly altered South Florida, including changes to districts in Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and the Everglades, while leaving several northern districts largely unchanged. Members questioned the witnesses extensively about the legal theory, the use of partisan data, the role of race, population growth, and the timing and review of the map. The witnesses said partisan data was considered along with other traditional redistricting criteria, but race was not used. They also said they could not speak to who else reviewed the map beyond EOG staff and counsel. Several senators raised concerns about the map’s compactness, county and city splits, the apparent partisan effects, and the fact that the map was released shortly before the special session. No vote or final action on the map was taken during the portion of the meeting provided.

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• So, this is an adjustment to the code relating to the acquisition and sale of real property, and what
• it does is amend Section 137 of Title 17 of the code to increase the requirement for a qualified independent
• State code currently allows the department to use waiver evaluations for acquisitions of properties up
• So in 2015, there was a Supreme Court ruling in a case, Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
• Actually, in Texas Department of Housing, Actually, in Texas Department of Housing Community Affairs

Summary: The Senate Land Use Committee met in hybrid format but did not have a quorum, so it did not approve minutes or take formal votes. The committee first heard House Bill 457, which would raise the appraisal threshold for certain DELDOT real property dispositions from $10,000 to $25,000 to match federal highway standards and reduce the time and cost of selling small surplus properties. There was little discussion and no public comment on that bill, and the chair indicated it would be circulated. The committee then took up House Bill 451, which would codify a disparate impact framework under Delaware’s Fair Housing Act. The bill was described as clarifying that housing policies or practices can violate the law even without discriminatory intent if they have an unjustified discriminatory effect on a protected class, using a burden-shifting test similar to federal law. The sponsor and DHSA said the measure was intended to preserve fair housing protections amid uncertainty at the federal level, and an additional amendment was discussed that would delay implementation for 180 days and require DHSR, with DSA and stakeholders, to conduct outreach, education, and training. Public testimony was divided. Supporters, including Housing Alliance Delaware, YWCA Delaware, and the Delaware Human and Civil Rights Commission, said the bill would protect against discriminatory outcomes, align state law with longstanding fair housing principles, and preserve recourse if federal enforcement changes. Opponents and housing-provider groups, including the Delaware Association of Realtors, Greater Wilmington Housing Providers, and the Delaware Apartment Association, argued the bill could create liability for neutral policies, rely on statistical outcomes landlords cannot easily measure, and increase litigation and costs; several asked for more time, a right-to-cure process, or further amendments. The committee adjourned without taking a formal vote.

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• > code, fire code, fire code, and<00:37:50.560> do<00:37:50.720> that<00:37:50.960
• water back. water back.
• But then now we're having a water park that is consistently using fresh water, drinking water from the
• > the fresh water, drinking water from the fresh water, drinking water from the Honolulu<03:28
• of fresh drinking water. of fresh drinking water.

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• treatment<00:17:34.840> plants,<00:17:35.400> upgrading<00:17:36.000> our water
• treatment plants, upgrading our water treatment plants, upgrading our veterans<00:17:36.600> homes
• And last week, ICE released one such person from a facility in South Texas. That's good news.
• Then he realized it is very difficult to get home on Greyhound from South Texas.
• Then he realized it is very difficult to get home on Greyhound from South Texas.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: This was Governor Tim Walz’s final State of the State address to the Minnesota Legislature. He opened by recognizing legislative leaders, constitutional officers, tribal leaders, the judiciary, and members of his administration, then asked for a moment of silence for the Hortman family and spoke at length about recent tragedies, including the Annunciation Church shooting, political violence, the COVID-19 pandemic, and what he described as the impacts of federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota. He framed the address around resilience, unity, and the state’s response to grief and disruption. Walz reviewed major accomplishments from his time in office, emphasizing investments in education, child care, free school meals, housing, infrastructure, climate initiatives, paid family leave, voting access, and worker protections. He also highlighted tax cuts, rebate checks, Social Security tax relief, medical debt protections, and efforts to lower costs for families. Looking ahead, he proposed expanding the dependent care tax credit, cutting the statewide sales tax for the first time, adding housing and first-time homebuyer support, and providing aid to businesses and households affected by Operation Metro Surge. A major portion of the speech focused on public safety and fraud prevention. Walz said he wanted lawmakers to reestablish the binary trigger ban, pass additional gun violence measures including bans on weapons of war and high-capacity magazines, and strengthen safe storage and insurance requirements for firearms. He also urged passage of his anti-fraud package, which would increase penalties, create a centralized fraud prevention office, and restructure human services administration to improve oversight and program integrity. He closed by urging lawmakers to act on these proposals during his remaining months in office and said the next governor would inherit a fiscally strong state.

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• And with those two amazing factors—soil and water, which fertilize, not water—but with those two, we're
• in the... ...soils, soil, and water, which fertilizing, not water, but with those two factors, you're
• I moved to Texas for about two years, came back to my hometown, and was looking for a job just to further
• And with those two amazing factories, soil and water, which fertilizer, not water, but with those two
• , we're in the soils, soil, and water, which fertilizing, not water, but with those two factors, you're

Summary: The committee first considered and unanimously recommended confirmation of Melanie Ressler to the Florida Citrus Commission. It then took up SPB 7020, a Department of Agriculture bill to reenact an expiring public records exemption for certain aquaculture production records held by the department. The department supported the measure, and the committee adopted a motion to submit it as a committee bill and reported it favorably. Next, the committee heard SB 534, which would create a Hunger-Free Campus Pilot Program in the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Senator Bernard explained that the program would target campuses with high percentages of Pell-eligible students, require a survey and SNAP-related assistance, provide at least one food pantry on participating campuses, and direct a report to the Governor and House Speaker by December 1, 2028. A supporter waived in, there was no debate, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee then received a lengthy presentation from Carla Bristol and youth ambassadors from the St. Pete Youth Farm. They described the farm as a youth-led response to local food access problems after grocery store closures, and outlined programs in leadership, financial literacy, career readiness, mental wellness, composting, aquaponics, community education, and food production. Members praised the program and asked about expansion, including a culinary kitchen or food truck, partnerships with schools and colleges, and how the initiative began. Bristol said the farm is funded mainly through local redevelopment dollars and that future plans include a food truck, more youth opportunities, and a possible culinary kitchen. The committee concluded with adjournment.

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• I think this is good feedback, although it's current and can be allowed under current code administrative
• I just want to let the committee know also this bill is mirrored after a Texas bill that passed in 2023
• Representative Frank from Texas... ...Representative Frank from Texas passed this bill in 2023's chief
• working with the committee on mirroring the bill from... ...the committee on mirroring the bill from Texas
• Is the bill from Texas parallel to what you got, or what are you getting there?

Bills: HB340

Keywords: child protection, due process, family preservation, child custody, human resources, 1136, house, all

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• ,<00:35:33.119> Florida, other states such as Texas, Florida, other states such as Texas,
• after court decision, your zip code after court decision, your zip code should<01:31:02.960>
• That argument doesn't hold any water.
• So if argument doesn't hold any water.
• articles for items like water or sewer. articles for items like water or sewer.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• We believe the Water Trust Board is the best mechanism to get water. Projects funded.
• They have plenty of water; I mean they'll hit water at a few feet, so they don't have a lack of water
• That is water storage. That's flood prevention, right? They will apply to the Water Trust Board.
• that water, you know, cleaning the water.
• , and that includes our storm water.

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• I converted my water heater to an electric heat pump six months... ...ago.
• closed loop, they're not touching the water.
• closed loop, they're not touching the water.
• We also have infrastructure to deliver safe, high quality drinking water, to manage storm water and prevent
• Even Texas relies on renewable energy for nearly 50% of its electricity.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on H. 4144, the Governor’s Energy Affordability, Independence, and Innovation Act, with the administration arguing the bill would lower bills in the short and long term while expanding clean energy supply and innovation. The Governor and Secretary said the bill would reduce or restructure charges on customer bills, reform Mass Save, expand securitization as a financing tool, speed interconnection, create energy-ready zones, strengthen consumer protections in competitive supply, and allow broader state procurement of energy resources. They said the package could save consumers billions over time and would help address high energy costs, especially during extreme heat and winter spikes. Committee members pressed the administration on several provisions, especially securitization, asking whether the bill requires an apples-to-apples comparison of total costs over time, including interest and lost tax revenue, versus paying through rates. Administration witnesses said DPU review and public comment would be required and said they would work to clarify the language if needed. Members also questioned the bill’s solar and procurement provisions, including reduced net metering compensation for some large facilities, the scope of all-resource procurements, and whether hydro, solar, and nuclear would be included; the administration said those resources were contemplated and that procurement would still be reviewed by DPU. Other questions focused on the short-term relief from bill changes, the treatment of low- and moderate-income discounts, and whether the bill’s heat pump and Mass Save reforms would help customers who cannot afford upfront costs. Several witnesses and committee members discussed Mass Save reforms, including securitization of program costs, on-bill financing, pre-approval of rebates, and shifting program administration away from gas utilities. Administration witnesses said the changes were intended to reduce volatility, lower administrative costs, and better align costs with long-term savings. Questions also touched on geothermal permitting, municipal participation in offshore wind procurement, and the proposed repeal of the ballot requirement for nuclear power, which the administration defended as preserving future options under heavy review. No votes were taken during the hearing portion described. Supportive testimony came from labor, environmental, business, planning, and development groups. The AFL-CIO, NECA, and the Environmental League of Massachusetts backed the bill, emphasizing lower bills, job creation, labor standards, just transition protections, and cleaner energy. NAIOP, the Massachusetts Business Roundtable, and MAPC supported provisions on energy-ready zones, interconnection reform, microgrids, extreme-heat shutoff protections, and Mass Save improvements. A HEET representative praised the bill’s use of securitization, geothermal, and utility financing tools but urged guardrails and workforce protections. Overall, testimony was broadly favorable, with most witnesses calling for refinements rather than opposing the bill outright.

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• when we have too much water and to then sort of slow the release of that water so that it doesn't go
• coding ban. coding ban. >> Okay.<00:41:51.200> Thank<00:41:51.359> you.
• <01:00:44.400> municipal water open water bodies or municipal water open water bodies or municipal
• The water ends up being evaporated, and the water is about 10% of the way to the battery.
• The water ends up being evaporated, and the water is about 10% of the way to the battery.

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• And, of course, there are examples across the board for septic, water, etc.
• And, of course, there are examples across the board for septic, water, etc.
• And, of course, there are examples across the board for septic, water, etc.
• example, water and sewer infrastructure. example, water and sewer infrastructure.
• 00:33:03.120> here<00:33:03.279> to David Waters, District 4, here to David Waters, District

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• I'm on the Texas side. I pledge allegiance to the state of Texas, one state under God.
• Cody Johnson a big Texas Welcome to the Texas House. Thank you. Thank you. Mr.
• Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. and Lubbock Christian University
• Texas FFA.
• Members, I ask you to join me in welcoming the Northeast Texas Regional Alliance. to the Texas House,

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• On behalf of the Texas flag, I pledge allegiance to the flag of Texas, one state under God.
• Cody Johnson a big Texas Welcome to the Texas House. Thank you. Thank you. Mr.
• Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. and Lubbock Christian University
• Texas FFA.
• Texas Advocacy Day.

Keywords: legislation, testimonies, committee meeting, public interest, bills

Summary: The committee meeting was conducted with several discussions surrounding various proposed bills, addressing both public interests and legislative concerns. Specific bills were presented, and members debated the implications of each, emphasizing their potential impact on the community and state regulations. Notably, several testimonies were heard from stakeholders, which enriched the conversation and provided different perspectives on the bills being reviewed.

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• My background, I'm a licensed civil engineer with a focus on water resources, and this committee is going
• My background is in water quality improvements, protecting natural areas, and improving resiliency.
• My background is in water quality improvements, protecting natural areas and improving resiliency.
• Those are also twin-engine, four-bladed, heavy-lift, over-water-rated aircraft.
• You know that we've been deployed to Texas since 2021.

Summary: The Transportation and Economic Development Budget Subcommittee met to organize for the session, take roll, and hear introductory remarks from members and agency heads. Members briefly introduced themselves and their districts, with several noting transportation, economic development, emergency response, military, and hurricane recovery issues in their areas. Chair Shove then outlined the subcommittee’s jurisdiction and current-year budget, noting a total of about $20.3 billion, with most funding coming from trust funds and only a small share from general revenue. The committee also heard that upcoming meetings would include presentations from major agencies in the subcommittee’s purview. The first agency presentation was from the Department of Military Affairs and the Florida National Guard. Major General John Haas described the Guard’s three missions—supporting national security, responding to state emergencies, and adding value to the state—and highlighted deployments for hurricanes, border security support, and ongoing support to the Department of Corrections. He emphasized that the Guard is understrength relative to Florida’s size and demand, said recruiting is strong, and identified force structure growth as the main challenge. Members asked about aircraft, funding sources, and recruiting; Haas explained the Guard’s helicopter and fixed-wing fleet, said aircraft purchases are funded through legislative appropriations, and reported strong interest in the Florida State Guard’s recruiting pipeline. Executive Director Mark Thieme then described the Florida State Guard’s expansion into air, ground, and maritime capabilities, including Black Hawks, boats, drones, canine search-and-rescue teams, and ground support units. He said the agency supported immigration enforcement and hurricane response, and asked for continued legislative support to expand aviation, maritime, and medical capabilities. Members praised the Guard’s disaster response work and asked about aircraft, funding, and staffing. Secretary Cord Byrd of the Department of State followed, focusing on election administration, election security, the SunBiz and voter registration IT systems, arts and culture, corporations, libraries, and historical resources. He said Florida’s election system remains a national model, reported two prosecutions for non-citizen voting, and discussed modernization needs for legacy IT systems. The committee also asked about voter lookup tools, password privacy for SunBiz, and arts funding vetoes. Secretary Alex Kelly of the Department of Commerce described the agency’s broad portfolio, including workforce, economic, community, and international commerce functions, plus housing recovery, broadband, small business support, rural infrastructure, defense-community grants, and law enforcement recruitment bonuses. He said access to capital is the biggest barrier for small businesses and noted ongoing work with CareerSource, the Department of Corrections, and other partners on workforce and reentry. Secretary Jared Perdue of the Department of Transportation then outlined FDOT’s record budget and five-year work program, emphasizing emergency response, preservation and maintenance, safety, and major investments in roads, ports, airports, transit, and spaceport infrastructure. He said the department has removed millions of cubic yards of storm debris, is ahead of schedule on the Moving Florida Forward initiative, and faces a large unfunded project backlog. Members asked about supply chain issues, project priorities, and workforce needs, and Perdue said FDOT is open to collaboration on recruitment and retention.

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• You know, we all had to take Texas history in seventh grade, right, and learn about going to Texas. .
• It is a reflection of modern Texas.
• redistrict Texas.
• I am a resident of Texas, in House District 148, Texas Senate 115, and U.S.
• Solomons, "He's pushing Texas.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all