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US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, January 21, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- to purchase a parcel of land which would have changed the face of Lake Winnie forever.
- to purchase a parcel of land which would have changed the face of Lake Winnie forever.
- to purchase a parcel of land which would have changed the face of Lake Winnie forever.
- to purchase a parcel of land which would have changed the face of Lake Winnie forever.
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this cheyen river Sue tribe purchased this cheyen river Sue tribe purchased
WY
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, February 12, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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these would be unable to purchase these would be unable to purchase these devices - Let's be clear, this bill is designed to increase civilian purchases of these weapons.
- And we know purchases of these weapons.
- It's important to know that long-range tasers can already be legally purchased by civilians.
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by can already be legally purchased by can already be legally purchased by
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Municipal and County Government (01/13/2026)
Municipal and County Government
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- by >> The the land was was purchased either by state<03:08:17.279>
or <03:08:17.359> - state and county lands were purchased state and county lands were purchased with<03:08:38.640>
- lands were originally purchased? lands were originally purchased?
- They were purchased with public monies.
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with land that has been purchased with land that has been purchased with taxpayer
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Business REVISION 2: HB4121 - Removed Feb 10th, 2026 at 10:30 am
Business
Transcript Highlights:
- This is a warranty that you're able to purchase for a service beforehand so whereas insurance is providing
- This is a protective agreement that, if purchased upfront as a service, can literally save families thousands
- it's important that we finally classify it in order to protect consumers so they know what they're purchasing
- is not insurance but what they're Purchasing is no different than a home warranty or a service warranty
Keywords:
fire extinguisher, licensing, public safety, age qualification, State Fire Marshal, medical marijuana, employment rights, safety-sensitive positions, workplace policies, public assistance, workforce development, economic competitiveness, task force, apprenticeships, training programs, training barriers, business growth, industry coordination, business entities, corporation law
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Commerce and Consumer Affairs (02/11/2026)
Commerce and Consumer Affairs
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the the age of 21 who is purchasing the the age of 21 who is purchasing the - c> online<04:39:32.719>
or When you purchase these online or When you purchase these online - despite statutes in place, purchase volume and frequency of purchases from a single vendor, and a desire
- despite statutes in place, purchase volume and frequency of purchases from a single vendor, and a desire
- I thank of purchase despite statutes in place, of purchase despite statutes in place, purchase<04:53:
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Today, the County Commission supports the Purchase of the using the bonds to purchase this corner and
- First of all, some of it will purchase part of that land.
- Will these bond proceeds Will the bonds be used to purchase the land that the state now owns?
- Will the bonds be used to purchase the land that the state now owns?
- And Senator Stewart, do we know if there's a purchase agreement on the property yet or an offer?
Keywords:
State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance, special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- After analyzing the capital investment it would take to grow the herd, update the facility, and purchase
- In 2019, we purchased the cows and cheese-making equipment from the neighboring farm.
- In 2019, we purchased the cows and cheese-making equipment from the neighboring farm and leased their
- Since 2020, we've increased the original investment and purchased the property in 2024.
- imperative to not only allow us to supplement costs while we began marketing the products, but to purchase
Summary:
The Committee on Agriculture convened, took roll, and heard Senate Bill 58 by Senator Harrow, which would create regulation for companion animal cremation. Harrow described a case involving mishandled pet remains and said the bill would require written service descriptions, prohibit false or misleading statements, require certification with returned remains, authorize Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services rulemaking, and impose civil penalties for violations. With no questions or public opposition, the committee voted the bill favorably.
The committee then heard presentations on robotics in agriculture and aquaculture. Dr. Nathan Boyd of UF/IFAS discussed the rapid growth of agricultural robotics, including AI-driven weed detection, targeted spraying, autonomous tractors, and harvesting technology, emphasizing reduced pesticide use, lower input costs, and labor-saving automation. Dr. Nicole Kirchoff of Live Advantage Bait and Adrian Johnson of the Florida Shellfish Aquaculture Association highlighted aquaculture’s economic and environmental value, Florida’s strong position in the industry, and challenges including hurricane losses, lack of insurance, land-use instability, capital access, and water quality. They urged support for working waterfronts, risk mitigation, and policies to help the sector commercialize and expand.
The committee also heard from dairy producers Kevin Lusher and Jacob Larson. Lusher described his family’s dairy and artisan cheese business, noting reliance on USDA grants, rising costs, labor shortages, and regulatory burdens, and asked for more grant support, marketing for Fresh From Florida products, and permanent funding for Farmers Feeding Florida. Larson discussed the broader dairy market, declining herd sizes due to efficiency gains, high production costs in Florida, and competition from out-of-state processing, suggesting incentives for local processing and supply management. Finally, FDOT Chief Planner Wayway Schen presented on arterial and local road funding programs, including ART, ARTW, SCOP, SCRAP, CIGP, and TRIP, and said rural road needs remain significant, with more than $16 billion in unfunded or partially funded project needs. The committee adjourned after brief discussion and thanks to the presenters.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee May 7th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- These homes are usually new and are purchased by a park to resell after an old home with significant
- reasons and others listed in our letter, WMA urges a no vote on AB 456 to make sure the buyer is purchasing
- a home that is safe to live in. ...to make sure the buyer is purchasing a home that is safe to live
- And I do understand the contract is significantly different than the residential purchase agreement as
- And I do understand the contract is significantly different than the residential purchase agreement as
Summary:
The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee heard four items, including one consent bill, and began before quorum was established. AB 760, by Assemblymember Ta, would temporarily allow mobile home park-owned homes to be rented to people displaced by a natural disaster in areas under a declared state of emergency, including adjacent jurisdictions. Supporters said it would quickly add housing after fires, floods, or earthquakes; there was no opposition at the hearing, and members generally praised the narrow committee amendments. The bill later passed on a due-pass-as-amended vote.
Chair Haney presented AB 1445, which would let cities create downtown recovery districts to finance office-to-housing conversions and other downtown revitalization projects using growth in property tax revenue. Support came from the California Travel Association, Housing Action Coalition, IKEA, Spur, Abundant Housing, and Circulate San Diego, with members saying the bill could help downtowns recover and expand mixed-use housing. The committee voiced support and interest in broader use of the tool, and the bill was approved on a due-pass-as-amended vote.
AB 456, by Assemblymember Connolly, drew the most extensive debate. The bill would prohibit mobile home park managers from requiring interior repairs or improvements as a condition of sale and would require timely written lists of exterior repairs, with supporters arguing that park managers are interfering with sales and delaying closings. Opponents, led by the Western Manufactured Housing Communities Association, argued that interior inspections are needed to protect buyers and park residents from unsafe conditions and potential liability. Members raised questions about safety, disclosure, HCD oversight, and liability; after discussion, the bill was moved on a due-pass-as-amended vote, with some members not voting or expressing reservations. The committee also approved the consent calendar.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Pet shop sale of cats and dogs 3/10/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe the bill harms consumers, takes away consumer choice, and where to purchase a puppy, and threatens
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a <00:05:11.199>puppy, choice, and where to purchase a puppy, choice - , and where to purchase a puppy, and<00:05:11.600>
threatens <00:05:12.000>the <00:05:12.160 - Let me emphasize, state law currently requires pet dealers like me to supply the purchaser of a puppy
- lead to antagonism of the breeders or for my customers to go directly to the breeder instead of purchasing
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- While bidding requirements remain necessary, their current structure focuses on purchases for or related
- to agency consumption rather than purchases for retail operations.
- Along with saltwater license, those fishermen and women are also required to purchase saltwater fishing
- Likewise, freshwater fishermen purchase a freshwater stamp with their license.
- Duck hunters purchase their state and federal duck stamps with their hunting license.
Bills:
HCR6
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Transportation Subcommittee Feb 16th, 2026 at 10:30 am
A&B Transportation Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- I've had some questions concerning who can purchase right-of-way and who this might impact, so that it
- could be OTA, could be ODOT, but anybody else that purchases right-of-way that this might jam them up
- That this would be, because when you purchase property, you have...
- Because when you purchase property, you have an estimate of what it is.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- HB 3462 by Todd Hunter relating to the use or purchase of the acquisition of property under the Public
- HB 3467 relates to the purchaser of the property providing information regarding the process of attaining
- HB 3487 by John Hunter relates to the owners of restaurants that purchased Texas farm-raised oysters,
- HB 3542 by John Lujan relating to certain criminal offenses concerning the unlawful transfer or purchase
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs (02/25/2026)
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- otherwise be able to afford to purchase otherwise be able to afford to purchase those<02:27:32.960
- Soda is the number one item purchased with SNAP benefits.
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with better aligning SNAP purchases with better aligning SNAP purchases with - If we know purchased with SNAP benefits.
- The item Hampshire is being purchased.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
AEN-EEP-AGR Informational Briefing 02-24-2025
Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- , which are easily accessible for all of us through regular purchasing at stores.
- RUPs can only be purchased and applied by applicators certified by the department.
- RUPs can only be purchased and applied by applicators certified by the department.
- RUPs can only be purchased and applied by applicators certified by the department.
- RUPs can only be purchased and applied by applicators certified by the department.
Summary:
The joint informational briefing focused on restricted use pesticides in Hawaiʻi, with Senate and House members opening the meeting and explaining that the session was intended to hear expert presentations and community concerns. Fern Holland outlined the background for the briefing, describing how restricted use pesticides differ from general-use products, why state-level regulation matters, and how community advocates have sought disclosure and protections for years. She summarized 2019 reporting data, saying a small number of users accounted for most reported use, with especially heavy application in North Central Oʻahu and on the west side of Kauaʻi. She highlighted concerns about applications near schools, homes, and coastlines, and identified 1,3-dichloropropene and metam sodium as among the heaviest-used fumigants. She also noted concerns about highly hazardous pesticides, some banned in other countries, and the lack of research on long-term combined exposure to multiple pesticides.
Greg Takashima of the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture described the department’s pesticide program and regulatory authority under FIFRA and state law. He explained the distinction between general-use and restricted use pesticides, the certification requirements for applicators, and the department’s role in tracking RUPs from sale through use. He reviewed the branch’s functions in enforcement, education and certification, registration and technical review, and laboratory analysis, including inspections, complaint response, market surveillance, product registration, groundwater review, and outreach on drift reduction and integrated pest management. He also noted staffing and funding limitations, saying the branch lacks a toxicologist and long-term monitoring capacity, and compared Hawaiʻi’s resources to California’s much larger pesticide regulatory program. Takashima thanked the legislature for passing Act 231 the prior year and said the department supports the measure as it moves forward this session.
Dr. Lee, speaking for the Hawaiʻi chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and as a former member of the Kauaʻi Joint Fact-Finding Task Force, said pediatric guidance has shifted from focusing on acute poisoning to recognizing chronic low-level pesticide exposure as a concern. He cited AAP publications linking pesticide exposure to cancer, brain tumors, leukemia, birth outcomes, neurobehavioral effects, and asthma, and said pediatricians are now encouraged to advise families on reducing exposure and to support right-to-know measures and buffer zones around schools and public gathering places. He also described the Kauaʻi task force’s work, saying it found the west side of the island to be an unhealthy community but could not prove causation because of missing drift, geospatial, and biomarker data. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational, questions were held until after presentations, and the department expressed support for Act 231.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Housing, Construction and Community Development - 02/25/2026
Housing, Construction, and Community Development
Transcript Highlights:
- to the units that you have and that you manage and your experience, you, as I understand it, have purchased
- You purchased them. You and your family have made these investments.
- to the units that you have and that you manage and your experience, you, as I understand it, have purchased
- You purchased them. You and your family have made these investments.
- installation of the dryer, I don't know. ...to permit the installation of the dryer that the tenant is purchasing
Summary:
The Senate Housing, Construction, and Community Development Committee met on February 25 and took up a series of housing-related bills, many of which had previously passed the Senate or been reported by the committee in prior sessions. Measures advanced included bills on NYCHA utility accountability, a small rental housing development initiative, uniform waiting list priorities for domestic violence survivors, protections for dependent children named in eviction papers, expansion of veterans’ housing preferences, inclusion of illegal conversions in the definition of harassment, repeal of obsolete rent formula language, inspection of major capital improvement rent increases and rent stabilization extensions, a community land trust acquisition fund, and an affordable independent senior housing assistance program. Most were reported to finance, Codes, or the floor, typically with some minority negative or “without recommendation” votes noted.
The committee then returned to Senate Bill 6718B, sponsored by Senator Jackson, which would eliminate certain surcharges landlords may charge when tenants install appliances in rent-regulated housing. A guest speaker, Mr. Umberto Lopez, argued the bill would further squeeze landlords, especially small property owners, and warned that rising costs and regulation could lead to more units being taken off the market or “warehoused.” Committee members asked about the bill’s practical effect, including whether tenants could install appliances only with landlord approval and how current surcharge amounts are calculated for air conditioners, washers, dryers, and dishwashers. The chair explained that the bill would remove the ability to charge those existing fees, which are intended to cover wear and tear and utility-related costs.
After the discussion, the committee voted to report S6718B, with minority negative votes recorded. The chair also noted an upcoming housing budget hearing later that day and repeatedly emphasized time limits during the meeting.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 013 Jan 27th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- this announcement, I want to, in honor of our assistant majority leader Bacon, this is what you all purchased
- We are very proud to support the students, and we not only purchased this hog, but there was leftover
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this this is what you all purchased this this is what you all purchased this
Summary:
The House convened with 60 members present and five excused, establishing a quorum. The journal from Friday, January 23, 2026 was approved as corrected. The remainder of the session consisted largely of announcements and introductions rather than legislative debate or action.
Members highlighted several upcoming meetings, including a joint Health and Human Services SMART Act hearing, a Joint Finance Committee SMART Act hearing, the Agriculture, Water, and Natural Resources Committee hearing on the Pet Animal Care and Facilities Act, and a State Civic, Military, and Veterans Joint Committee hearing. There were also announcements recognizing Colorado 4-H Day and the presence of 4-H county extension offices, along with remarks about the National Western Stock Show student auction and a purchased hog benefiting students.
Additional introductions included guests from CrossPurpose, a nonprofit offering free training and housing support, and a personal privilege speech focused on concerns about federal immigration enforcement and the deaths of Colorado-connected individuals, calling for justice and accountability. No bills were debated or voted on beyond approval of the journal, and the House recessed later in the morning.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The agency created- loopholes specifically to allow the use of telephone and internet group purchases
- sweatshops dedicated to acquiring Texas lottery tickets with sophisticated algorithms designed to purchase
- by telephone they prohibits they violated prohibition on advertisements and unduly influence the purchase
- of a ticket. prohibition on the purchase of a ticket by officers employees of the TLC vendors a prohibition
- And in many ways, they'd computerize the. they could purchase and buy all the lottery combinations of
Keywords:
teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Kentucky Housing Task Force 2025 (10-21-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- when we talked through the issue, um, what we found is that the lack of available land, the high purchase
- to to buy land in high purchase to to buy land in Lexington,<00:03:54.480>
and <00:03:54.640>< - <00:04:53.440>
land capital, um to be able to purchase land capital, um to be able to purchase - Deon, when they purchased the property, they're holding it interest-free for us.
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those suited to build to to purchase those suited to build to to purchase those
Keywords:
Meeting Start 00:00:07
Roll Call 00:00:25
Discussion of Lexington’s Housing Affordability Partnership 00:02:26
Discussion of Northern Kentucky’s Housing Blueprint 00:30:12
Discussion of Religious Institution Land Use 00:57:33
Discussion of Free-Market Solutions to Kentucky’s Housing Crisis 01:04:18
Adjournment 01:26:37, 958, all
Summary:
The committee met without a quorum and began informally, with members noting this was the final information-gathering meeting on housing before a November meeting to discuss findings and report back to the LRC. The main presentation focused on the Lexington Affordable Housing Partnership, a public-private effort supported by a $10 million state allocation. Presenters described Fayette County’s housing shortage, citing a gap of more than 22,000 units, rising home prices, and the challenge of assembling land and capital for affordable projects.
The partnership explained that five local banks created a $3 million capital investment fund to buy and hold land at no interest, with deed restrictions keeping the site at 80% or below area median income and allowing the banks to seek Community Reinvestment Act credit. The first project is a 12.5-acre former Transylvania University baseball field, planned for about 242 units, including detached homes, townhouses, garden-style apartments, and senior housing. Speakers said the project required extensive neighborhood engagement and zoning/development approvals, but that the planning phase is now largely complete and infrastructure work should begin soon.
Financing details included roughly $64 million in additional funding through tax credit equity, market-rate loans, city support, Kentucky Housing Corporation resources, and donations from nonprofit partners. Developers said the multifamily bond applications are due to Kentucky Housing Corporation the next day, and they expect the land purchase to be repaid into the revolving fund once the property is entitled and closed, allowing the original $3 million to be redeployed for future projects. They estimated rental units could be filled within about six months of completion, while for-sale units would come online over 12 to 36 months.
In discussion, members asked about regulatory barriers and project timelines. Presenters pointed to rising construction costs tied to new federal and state requirements, and one member highlighted the need to continue reviewing planning and zoning reforms to speed development plan approvals and reduce delays. The group also endorsed a possible statewide $20 million housing fund, a residential infrastructure fund, and efforts to avoid additional regulatory burdens on housing development.
MN
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- Under current law, the data center exemption is refundable, so qualifying purchases would be sales tax
- um those purchases would be exempt<00:15:40.560>
upfront <00:15:41.120>and <00:15:41.240 - Under current Minnesota law, qualifying data center purchases are exempt from sales and use tax.
- Qualifying data center purchases are exempt from sales and use tax.
- Businesses must compile a detailed schedule of qualifying purchases and provide supporting invoices.