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MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 02/12/25
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
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- It has taught me a great deal about our state, and I’ve enjoyed seeing how the state system functions
- stewards of our state resources.
- But we do work across the state.
MN
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- throughout the state of Minnesota. throughout the state of Minnesota.
- throughout the state. throughout the state.
- the state apply for these grants. the state apply for these grants.
- cross-section of the entire state. cross-section of the entire state.
- state appropriation. state appropriation.
TX
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- the rest of the state.
- only state that has its own grid?
- >> Potentially. >> So most of the other states are, most of the other grids are multi-state.
- NASEO, which is the group of state energy offices, and NARUC, which is the state PUC group, have put
- >> They will follow the state law. >> State law?
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Business and Commerce held its first interim hearing on securing critical infrastructure and supply chain integrity, with a focus on Texas’s electric grid and the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act. The chair also highlighted Texas’s relatively low electricity prices and welcomed new committee members. ERCOT, the Public Utility Commission (PUC), and the Attorney General’s office were invited to explain how the state screens market participants and grid equipment for ties to China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, and how the agencies respond to noncompliance.
ERCOT testified that it has implemented the requirements of three related Senate bills by requiring attestations on corporate affiliations and on critical grid equipment and services. ERCOT said it has processed thousands of attestations, used additional requests for information and third-party verification tools such as Dun & Bradstreet, and terminated nonresponsive market participants. ERCOT also said it has not seen a case requiring direct Attorney General involvement, but it does refer matters to the PUC when needed. The PUC said it can investigate suspected violations and impose penalties of up to $1 million per violation per day, and that most investigations into late or missing attestations have been resolved through compliance, market exit, or removal by ERCOT. The Attorney General’s office said its role is currently limited to audits and court involvement, and that it lacks broad independent investigatory authority under the act.
Members pressed the panel on whether the current system is too reliant on self-reporting and whether it adequately addresses indirect foreign influence, especially through supply chains for batteries, inverters, transformers, and other equipment with routable connectivity. ERCOT acknowledged that the current attestation process has gaps and said it plans to refine definitions of critical grid equipment and grid services, improve information requests, and continue stakeholder rulemaking. The panel also discussed possible legislative changes, including tying prohibitions to the Department of Defense Section 1260H list and the Texas Prohibited Technologies list, clarifying warranty and service access, and expanding the statute to cover grid services more directly. Several senators raised concerns about cost, reliability, and the extent to which foreign-sourced components remain embedded in Texas infrastructure, while others suggested incentives for domestic manufacturing and stronger verification tools, including possible work with national labs such as Sandia.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Judiciary Committee Apr 8th, 2025
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- You had stated that this doesn't prohibit the purchasing, but when I read the bill it explicitly prohibits
- But the National Bank Act precludes states from mandating what the states can charge.
- We have Jenny Berg, the state director for Humane World for Animals, which was formerly known as the
- We have Jenny Berg, the state director for Humane World for Animals, which was formerly known as the
- I'm Jenny Berg, and I'm the California State Director for Humane World for Animals.
Summary:
The committee heard several bills, beginning with AB 2, which would create enhanced civil penalties for large social media companies when negligence proven in court causes harm to children and teens. The author and supporters argued the bill is needed to address addictive algorithms and harmful content, while opponents warned it was vague, could chill speech, and might be preempted by federal law. Members largely focused on whether the bill changed the standard of care or burden of proof; the bill passed out of committee on a roll call vote, with some members noting concerns but supporting it to continue the discussion.
AB 282, dealing with housing vouchers and source-of-income discrimination, would clarify that housing providers may prioritize applicants who qualify for rental assistance without violating fair housing law. Supporters from housing authorities, local governments, and advocacy groups said it would help voucher holders find units and improve use of housing funds. There was no opposition, and the bill passed to Appropriations on a roll call vote, with two no votes.
The committee also considered AB 882 on court reporter availability and electronic recording in certain cases when a court reporter is unavailable. Supporters said the bill is a temporary, narrowly tailored response to a shortage of reporters and would preserve access to accurate records, while opponents argued it was too narrow, raised access-to-justice concerns, and should be broadened. Members from both sides emphasized the importance of court reporters and electronic recording as a backup; the bill passed with an urgency clause and was sent to Appropriations. The committee then heard AB 325 on algorithmic price fixing, AB 935 on civil rights data clarity, AB 1414 on tenant choice of internet service provider, and AB 67 on Attorney General enforcement of the Reproductive Privacy Act; each drew support from sponsors and advocacy groups, opposition centered on overbreadth or policy concerns, and each advanced on committee votes, with several members requesting further amendments or clarification.
MN
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of ability to work in the state of ability to work in the state of Minnesota - I'm the state director for the National Federation of Independent Business in Minnesota.
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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Agriculture Committee Jul 2nd, 2025
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- State your name and the organization you're representing.
- Every year, thousands of puppies are imported into our state from out-of-state breeding operations, often
- Thousands of puppies are imported into our state from out-of-state breeding operations, often through
- And the dogs are coming from other states.
- What we don't have, what all these other states have, is a copy of that given to our state.
Summary:
The Assembly Committee on Agriculture heard three bills. SB 18 by Senator Rubio would create a Food Desert Elimination Grant Program at CDFA to help open or improve grocery stores in food desert communities. Supporters said it would improve access to healthy food, create jobs, and help underserved neighborhoods; opponents argued it could favor large chains, lacked community input and accountability, and should better prioritize tribal, BIPOC-owned, and community-led retail. Committee members raised concerns about population thresholds, community engagement, and long-term commitments, and the author said the bill could be strengthened with guardrails. SB 18 passed 7-0 and was sent to Appropriations.
SB 312 by Senator Umberg would require out-of-state shippers of dogs to electronically submit health certificates to CDFA and make them available to buyers and enforcement agencies, aiming to improve consumer protection and traceability in the puppy import pipeline. Supporters from animal welfare and humane organizations said the bill would help stop sick or misrepresented puppies from entering California and give investigators a central record. Members asked about privacy and enforcement, and the author indicated amendments could address consumer privacy concerns. The bill passed unanimously and was sent to Appropriations.
SB 493 by Senator Becker would change how compensation is set for secretary managers of district agricultural associations and fairgrounds, shifting salary-setting authority to CDFA and requiring periodic salary surveys. Supporters said fairgrounds are critical emergency-response and community facilities and that the bill would help recruit and retain qualified leaders with fairer pay. Some members expressed concern about local control and appointment delays, but clarified the bill only addressed salary, not appointments. SB 493 also passed unanimously and was sent to Appropriations.
TX
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- So many of you may be unfamiliar with the Office of the State of State Fed as we call it So I'm going
- The state fed office role, that would be honestly connecting them with the director who's sitting out
- . state.
- and with state agencies.
- We are agents of the state.
HI
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- Kristen Sakamoto, Deputy Director of Taxation.
- Hi, Kristen Sakamoto, Deputy Director of Taxation.
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appropriation direct Grant uh director appropriation direct Grant uh director
CA
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- It is extremely important that we, as a reproductive state, a state that believes in allowing people
- I'm Senior Director of Policy at the Kennedy Forum.
- health care system in the state to have done that.
- law applied to every community in the state.
- I am Diana Peterson, R.N., Director of Operations.
TX
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- You know, I look at other things that the state does, and when you go out a request for purchase or whatever
- And is there any other state in the United States that has as many solar projects projected?
- that has its own... ...states, is Texas the only state that has its own grid?
- Potentially, so most of the other states are—most of the other grids are multi-state.
- They will follow the state law. State law. I'll just double-check.
NH
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- Does it create a disincentive for people to purchase cigarettes in the state of New Hampshire?
- In addition, most states also charge sales tax on top of the purchase price.
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of uh purchase cigarettes in the state of uh purchase cigarettes in the state - . state. state.
- The state transfer tax is the 3% tax that you have to pay when you purchase a home.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 4/24/25 - Part 2
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
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- It becomes the the board of directors.
- farmers purchasing their first farm. farmers purchasing their first farm.
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and in the state and across the state and in the state and across the state - our state that we can invest in people. our state that we can invest in people.
- make our state work. Thank you. make our state work. Thank you.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Minnesota House proposal would expand downtown Minneapolis taxing district, seek PGA golf events Apr 21st, 2026
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
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- owned by the state. owned by the state.
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a liquor tax applies if you purchase a liquor tax applies if you purchase a - And again, I would just like to note that the state is the owner of U.S.
- And again, I would just like to note that the state is the owner of U.S.
- in there. the PGA because the state makes so much the PGA because the state makes so much money<00:11
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Housing Finance and Policy Committee 3/19/25
Housing Finance and Policy
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- I'm the executive director of the Minnesota Propane Association.
- In a state like Minnesota, having reliable power during dangerously cold winter weather can mean life
- I'm the executive director of the Wager.
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reliable state like Minnesota, having reliable state like Minnesota, having reliable - they when they purchase gas appliances. they when they purchase gas appliances.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Committee on Economic Development, Growth, and Household Impact Mar 24th, 2025
Economic Development, Growth, and Household Impact
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- You can invest yourselves, which we've seen the state do.
- the state.
- The state also supports this from two different programs.
- That council is co-chaired by the director of GO-Biz, Director Dede Meyers, and Secretary Stuart Knox
- Director Dede Knox and Director Carolyn Gray in particular, and you have been to my district many times
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Monday, November 17, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
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- James Black purchased the farm...
- Presented at the Pennsylvania FFA State Convention, the award honors teachers in the state of Pennsylvania
- Presented at the Pennsylvania FFA State Convention, the award honors teachers in the state of Pennsylvania
- Presented at the Pennsylvania FFA State Convention, the award honors teachers in the state of Pennsylvania
- -led mission to defeat Islamic State.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Insurance prices across the state are growing with...
- that particular state to provide property insurance.
- We have them all over the place. the state now.
- They need to be able to communicate all over the state.
- Thank you for all your you do for this state, you have been a force for positive change. in this state
Keywords:
emergency communication, infrastructure, first responders, grant program, interoperability, Texas Interoperability Council, local governments, HB 143, Texas Railroad Commission, Public Utility Commission of Texas, Natural Resources Code, oil and gas, well site, surface facility, electrical power line, National Electrical Code, NEC, electrical safety, utility disconnect, service disconnection
HI
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I <01:01:01.960>recommend - be treated like other citizens of that state, and a state law that burdens this right, unless shown
- The right to travel refers to the right to be treated like other citizens of that state, and a state
- other citizens of that state, and a state law that burdens this right, unless shown to be necessary
Summary:
The House Committee on Housing held a public hearing on a series of housing bills. HB 1432 and HB 1428 drew support from HHFDC, and HB 1428 also received testimony from Hawaiian Community Assets, which said housing counseling funding is needed to meet demand for financial education tied to affordable housing, and that such counseling can help reduce evictions, prevent foreclosure, and stabilize households. HB 833 on community land trusts received broad support from HHFDC, county housing officials, community land trust representatives, and a local developer; testimony emphasized keeping housing affordable in perpetuity, but also asked for clearer access to financing, longer repayment terms, and inclusion of additional land trusts in the bill. Peter Savio argued that community land trusts are the best way to control demand and keep housing tied to local incomes.
The committee also heard HB 19 on the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund, which HHFDC said should be made permanent because the pilot has been successful, with 81 units in the program and $7.4 million of the $10 million allocation already committed. HHFDC said the fund helps stalled for-sale projects by providing state equity that revolved back when homes are sold. HB 529 and HB 432 were also heard; HB 432 would create a subaccount in the rental housing revolving fund for projects above 60% AMI, and HHFDC said this would help finance housing for households at 65% and 80% AMI. The bill drew support from several housing, business, and industry groups.
Several other housing measures were discussed with mixed testimony. HB 419 had HHFDC support, Limby Hawaiʻi opposition, and support from the Grassroot Institute and others; members asked about whether councils approve these projects in one or multiple readings. HB 527 and HB 416 also drew a mix of support and opposition, with questions focused on county approval timelines and whether state-financed projects would still go through normal local review. HB 417 on the rental housing revolving fund prompted questions about how it differs from the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund and whether it should be more flexible for mixed rental and for-sale projects. HB 418’s proposed working group was noted as potentially unnecessary because HHFDC said a public working group was already being formed. HB 1411 on housing preference raised questions about what happens if a recipient changes jobs, and HB 374 drew an Attorney General’s Office recommendation to remove a duration requirement to avoid possible constitutional travel issues. HB 373 and HB 1492 were also heard, with strong testimony from Peter Savio in favor of a broader trust-based model for affordable housing. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Transportation (2-26-25) - Reupload
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- There are other states next door, and then to the right, including the state of Kentucky, that are not
- I can legally, from the state of Kentucky, purchase the UTV, register it inside the state of Montana,
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Summary:
The Kentucky Senate Transportation Committee met with a quorum, approved the February 19 minutes, and opened with a moment of silent prayer for a colleague who had experienced a medical episode. Members also recognized several guests, including students, school board members, and community visitors. The committee then took up Senate Joint Resolution 66, which proposes a task force on Advanced Air Mobility. The sponsor described the measure as a way for Kentucky to study emerging eVTOL and related aviation technology, compare policies with other states, and position the commonwealth to compete for economic development in aviation, aerospace, and logistics. Members expressed support for the forward-looking concept, and the resolution was reported favorably after a roll call vote, with a correction noted that there was no committee substitute attached.
The committee next considered Senate Bill 38, dealing with school bus stop-arm safety cameras. The sponsor and a co-sponsor said the bill is permissive, not mandatory, and would help school districts pay for camera purchase, installation, and operation if they choose to use them. They emphasized the goal of reducing illegal passing of stopped school buses, cited survey data showing thousands of violations statewide, and said the bill includes a process for contesting citations and keeps revenue largely within school districts and the court system. A co-sponsor described a personal near-miss involving a child crossing in front of a bus. After discussion, the committee adopted the committee substitute and reported the bill favorably.
Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 63 on street-legal special purpose vehicles. The sponsor and a witness from Back Roads of Appalachia said the bill is intended to support recreation and economic development in Eastern Kentucky by allowing certain UTVs and similar vehicles to be made street legal under defined safety and registration requirements. They stressed that farm and agricultural vehicles are excluded, that the bill is optional, and that vehicles would need inspection, registration, and safety equipment such as roll bars, seat belts, and windshields. Members asked about whether the bill would affect farm use, whether it was aimed at recreation, and how local governments could restrict use; the sponsor said localities could prohibit these vehicles on certain roads and that the measure was not meant to allow long-distance travel on major roads. The discussion also included a reminder to wear helmets. The transcript ends during the committee’s consideration of SB 63, before a final vote is shown.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- He said nearly a third of all home purchases in the state of New Hampshire in 2022 were cash only, indicating
- He said nearly a third of all home purchases in the state of New Hampshire in 2022 were cash only, indicating
- He said nearly a third of all home purchases in the state of New Hampshire in 2022 were cash only, indicating
- He said nearly a third of all home purchases in the state of New Hampshire in 2022 were cash only, indicating
- He said nearly a third of all home purchases in the state of New Hampshire in 2022 were cash only, indicating
Summary:
The House Housing Committee heard testimony on HB 577, a bill to expand accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in New Hampshire. The sponsor and supporters described the state’s housing shortage and argued the bill would make it easier for property owners to build ADUs by right, up to 950 square feet, either attached or detached, while still requiring compliance with building codes, septic/water limits, and other local requirements. Supporters said the measure would help seniors age in place, provide housing for young adults, caregivers, and workers, and make better use of existing property such as garages and barns.
Representative Reed raised concern that removing language related to short-term rentals could allow ADUs to be used for that purpose rather than long-term housing. The sponsor said he was open to clarifying language on short-term rentals, and another witness explained that current law already allows municipalities some choice on ingress/egress requirements, while the bill would standardize that and leave the design choice to the property owner. Several supportive witnesses followed, including the New Hampshire Home Builders Association, the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, the Business and Industry Association, AARP, Housing Action New Hampshire, 603 Forward, and New Hampshire Youth Movement. They emphasized affordability, property rights, workforce housing, intergenerational living, and the need for statewide consistency.
A Derry resident testified that his existing garage space could be converted into an ADU under HB 577, but current local rules prevent that because it is detached; he said the bill would let him rent it affordably. Supporters also argued that ADUs can increase property values and help homeowners cover mortgages and taxes. In opposition, the New Hampshire Municipal Association said the bill would impose a local zoning mandate, could add density pressure on already stressed infrastructure, and did not guarantee that new units would be affordable or workforce housing. No vote or final committee action was taken in the excerpt.