Video & Transcript Research : 'Senate Resolution 121'
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HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HOU-PSM, HOU-HWN, HOU Public Hearings 03-11-2025
Transcript Highlights:
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- Senator Kino is excused. Senator Kanuha is excused. Chair's recommendations adopted. Thank you.
- Senator Kino is excused. Senator Kanuha is excused. Chair's recommendations adopted. Thank you.
- Senator Kino is excused. Senator Kanuha is excused. Chair's recommendations adopted. Thank you.
Summary:
The joint Housing and Public Safety/Water and Land hearing first took up HB 1096, which would repeal statutory tenant-selection preferences for disabled veterans and spouses of deceased veterans in state low-income housing. HPHA testified in support, saying the change was a housekeeping measure because the same preferences already exist in administrative rules and could be adjusted later to align with other local preferences, while also noting the federal VASH program provides stronger veteran housing support. Several members questioned why the preference should be removed at all, emphasizing that veterans have long been underserved and asking for a stronger justification; the committees ultimately deferred HB 1096.
The later Housing/Hawaiian Affairs agenda heard HB 606 HD1, a measure to extend Act 279 funding and related exemptions for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands. Supporters argued the bill would give DHHL more time to use the $600 million appropriation to acquire land, work with developers, and address a wait list of about 29,000 applicants, while also helping restore Hawaiian communities and reduce the Hawaiian diaspora. Opponents focused on accountability and oversight, saying DHHL needs clearer plans, measurable goals, and stronger safeguards before receiving more money, and warning that prior spending and strategic-plan changes had reduced the number of applicants served. The committee also heard testimony that the bill would help DHHL fulfill long-standing obligations to Native Hawaiians and that the housing need affects the broader state, not only Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
EIG-AEN, EIG-HOU, EIG Public Hearings 03-11-2025
Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator DeCoite was excused. Senator Rhoads voted aye. Senator Fukunaga was excused.
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Summary:
The joint committees heard testimony on several energy- and environment-related measures. HB 242 HD1 on electric vehicle batteries drew support from the Department of Health, the Hawaiʻi State Energy Office, SERFCO, and the Alliance for Automotive Innovation; the Energy Office suggested a broader working group covering all lithium-ion batteries, and members later adopted amendments including a date change and revised timing language. HB 751 HD2 on statewide organic waste reduction and diversion received mixed testimony, with the Department of Health opposing it over concerns about compostable food packaging and incomplete testing data; the committee nonetheless moved the bill forward with amendments removing compostable food packaging from the definition of organic waste and changing the effective date to July 1, 2050.
The committees also considered HB 1020 HD1 on a statewide program to characterize carbon sequestration potential and underground water resources. The Hawaiʻi State Energy Office and Ulupono supported the measure as part of a broader geothermal and energy security effort, while members raised concerns about overlapping roles between agencies and the need for a single coordinated voice. The committee ultimately amended the bill to place DBEDT in charge, with technical changes, and passed it. In a separate portion of the hearing, HB 350 HD2 on energy was heard with support from the State Energy Office, industry, and advocacy groups; opponents argued the existing solar water heater law is working and that variances already allow flexibility. The committee passed HB 350 unamended.
Later, the committee heard HB 977 HD1 on energy financing, HB 1017 HD1 on the greenhouse gas sequestration task force, HB 1051 HD1 on energy efficiency portfolio standards, and HB 1406 HD1 on government procedures. HB 977 received support from the Public Utilities Commission, DCCA, and others and was advanced with technical, non-substantive amendments. HB 1017, which would repeal the greenhouse gas sequestration task force, and HB 1051, which sets energy efficiency benchmarks, were both passed unamended. HB 1406, a task force bill aimed at improving permitting and regulatory processes, was amended to add a Senate representative, include the State Energy Office, make the bill effective on approval, and note prior funding requests in the committee report; it was then adopted. Votes were recorded on each measure, with some members excused and HB 751 drawing one no vote from Senator Rhoads.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HRE Public Hearing 03-11-2025
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
The Committee on Higher Education met on March 11 and began with House Bill 442, which would appropriate funds to the University of Hawaiʻi system for nursing programs. University of Hawaiʻi representatives testified in strong support, and several additional supporters submitted testimony. Members asked about a similar Senate measure, and the witness confirmed the university supported that bill as well. No opposition or vote was recorded on HB 442 during the excerpt.
The committee then heard House Bill 1169, a housekeeping measure concerning the University of Hawaiʻi Conference Center revolving fund. Testimony explained that the bill would consolidate existing Conference Center statutes into one centralized fund statute and allow campuses to use the fund more broadly. Members raised no questions, and no vote was taken in the excerpt.
House Bill 185, which would establish a plant-based building materials working group, drew the most discussion. The Department of Agriculture said it supported the intent but wanted baseline research before a larger working group was formed. Supporters argued the measure could help develop a homegrown industry using bamboo, hemp, and other plant materials, create green jobs, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Several members questioned whether a formal working group was necessary and whether the work could be done without new legislation. The University of Hawaiʻi later estimated the bill’s requested work would cost about $150,000 over two years to analyze crop options and report findings.
The final measure discussed in the excerpt was House Bill 1320, which requires the University of Hawaiʻi to collect, analyze, and publicly report graduate outcome data and develop a Graduate Outcomes Dashboard. University officials said they already use some data sources but lack a dedicated data-visualization specialist and need additional capacity to consolidate and present the information. Members questioned the need for new positions and funding, arguing the university should use existing resources and that students already have many ways to explore careers. Supporters responded that the dashboard would help students and the state better understand postgraduate outcomes, workforce needs, and program value. No final action or vote was shown in the excerpt.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Committee on Energy, Utilities, Environment and Climate - 03/12/25
Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, I see Senator McEwen, Senator Klein, Senator Dibble, Senator Xiong.
- Senator Xiong? Yes. Senator Green? No. Senator Hoffman? No. Senator Weber? No. Senator Matthews?
- Senator Xiong? Yes. Senator Green? No. Senator Hoffman? No. Senator Weber? No. Senator Matthews?
- Senator Xiong? Yes. Senator Green? No. Senator Hoffman? No. Senator Weber? No. Senator Matthews?
- Senator Xiong? Yes. Senator Green? No. Senator Hoffman? No. Senator Weber? No. Senator Matthews?
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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- you, Senator Farnsworth, Senator Abler. you, Senator Farnsworth, Senator Abler.
- Thank you, Senator Abler. Senator Dibble. Can I—oh, I'm sorry, Senator Farnsworth.
- Well, so Senator Senator Nelson, sorry.
- Senator Dibble. Jazinski. Senator Farnsworth. Thank you, Jazinski. Senator Farnsworth.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Cek brings us Senate File 1684. Senator Copac: Thank you, Madam Chair.
- Senate File 1994. I'm sorry, Senate File 1994.
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MN
Transcript Highlights:
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MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Cwodzinski, thank you, Madam Chair. Thanks, Senator Duckworth.
- Senator Duckworth, thank you, Madam Chair, and thank you, Senator Cwodzinski.
- Senator Duckworth, Senator Wesenberg, Madam Chair—can I? Oh, Senator Wesenberg, my apologies.
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans Broadband and Rural Development - 03/12/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator Seberger, Senator Cek, Senator Lang, Senator Dahms, Senator Johnson, and then we have a presentation
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- Senator Dahms, thank you, Mr. Chair. And Senator Seeberger, there's 67 senators.
- Senator Dahms, thank you, Mr. Chair. And Senator Seeberger, there's 67 senators.
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 03/12/25
Judiciary and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- We do have a quorum, and we will begin with Senate Resolution 15. Senate Resolution 15.
- Chair, I wonder if Senator Latz could yield for—or would Senator Latz— Um, this resolution seems to be
- Chair, Senator Westrom, Senator Latz, what is your intention if this resolution would pass out of committee
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Jobs and Economic Development - 03/12/25
Jobs and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- We will be hearing Senate File 2057 from Senator Putnam.
- We also have Senate File 2227 from Senator Her, as well as Senate File 2112 and 2159 from Senator Mohamed
- Senate File 2227 from Senator Her, as well as Senate File 2112 and 2159 from Senator Mohamed, and Senate
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/12/25
Health and Human Services
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Will the Senate come to order, Madame Clerk? Please call the roll. Senator Awa here. Senator Chang.
- Senator DeCoite here. Senator Dela Cruz here. Senator Elefante here. Senator Fevella here.
- Senator Fukunaga. Senator Gabbard. Senator Hashimoto. Senator Ihara, President.
- Senator Inouye present. Senator Kanuha. Senator Keohokalole. Senator excused.
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FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Children, Families, and Elder Affairs Mar 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Senator Harrell Senator Rouson yet. Senator Sheree. Yes.
- Yes, Senator Harrell Senator Rouson and senator jury. Yes.
- Grall Senator Grall.
- Senator Harrell senator Rouson on senator Sheree. Yes, senator Simon. Yes. Vice chair Garcia.
- Senator Harrell. Yes. Senator rouson senator Sheree. Yes. Senator Simon. >> Vice chair Garcia, yes.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Rules Mar 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Vice Chair Jones here, Senator Avila, Senator Berman, Senator Boyd, Senator Bradley Senator Brodeur,
- Senator Burgess, Senator Burton, Senator Davis, Senator Deciglie Senator Gaetz Senator Garcia Senator
- Senator Ingoglia Senator Martin Senator Osgood Senator Pizzo Senator Rodriguez, Senator Rouson Senator
- , Senator Davis, Senator Deciglie Senator Gaetz Senator Garcia Senator Gruters Senator Harrell Senator
- Senator Ingoglia Senator Martin Senator Osgood Senator Pizzo Senator Rodriguez, Senator Rouson Senator
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Regulated Industries Mar 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Yes, Senator Boyd, Senator Burgess Senator Calatayud Sen fun.
- Bernard, yes, senator Boyd, Senator Burgess Senator Calatayud Senator Fine.
- Yes, Senator Burgess Senator Calatayud senator find Senator Gruters. Yes.
- Senator Boyd, Senator Burgess Senator Calatayud Senate fun Senator Gruters Senator Ingoglia vice chair
- Yes, Senator Boyd, Senator Burgess Senator Calatayud Center fi Senator Gruters Senator Ingoglia vice
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Judiciary Mar 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Senator DiCeglie. Senator Gaetz. Senator Hooper. Senator Leek. Senator Osgood. Senator Passidomo.
- Senator Gaetz. Senator Hooper. Senator Leek. Senator Osgood. Senator Osgood: Yes.
- Senator Leek. Senator Osgood. Senator Passidomo. Senator Polsky. Senator Trumbull. Senator Burton.
- Senator Gaetz. Senator Hooper. Senator Leek. Senator Osgood. Senator Passidomo. Senator Polsky.
- Senator Berman. Senator DiCeglie. Senator Gaetz. Senator Hooper. Senator Leek. Senator Osgood.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Transportation Mar 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Yes, Senator Davis, Senator Jones, Senator Martin Senator Maclean. Yes, senator, true.
- Senator Jones, Senator Martin Senator Maclean yes to truenow yet.
- Yes, Senator Davis. Yes, Senator Jones, Senator Martin Senator MacLEAN Senator Truenow.
- Yes, Senator Davis, Senator Jones, senator Martin. Yes, senator Maclean.
- Yes, Senator Davis. Yes, Senator Jones, Senator Martin Senator MacLEAN.
MN
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Health and Human Services (03/12/2025)
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Good morning and welcome, um, just a quick announcement: much of the Senate and Senate staff need to
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