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• the first testifier if you could state the first testifier if you could state your<00:02:09.800>
• <00:05:11.639> your please Dr Putman please um state your please Dr Putman please um state
• <00:24:34.840> how acres of of land where do you test how acres of of land where do you test
• so we removed the lead testing so we removed the lead testing requirements<00:24:46.720> um
• So if a provider has municipal water source already testing, a requirement to test for the water source

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Uh you would test it thoroughly. works. Uh you would test it thoroughly.
• state program? state program? >> We<00:51:53.839> do.
• the state of Minnesota as a whole. the state of Minnesota as a whole.
• <01:20:28.159> So<01:20:28.400> my state and they just out of state.
• So my state and they just out of state.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• it seems like the deadline is the state it seems like the deadline is the state canvasing<00:15:
• <00:15:19.920> canvasing that deadline was the state canvasing that deadline was the state
• the state certification or the county? the state certification or the county?
• Um the state fire the fire comment.
• than one day prior to the state than one day prior to the state canvasing<00:47:10.240> board

Bills: HB0085, HB0086

Keywords: elections, audit procedures, ballot integrity, political party observation, transparency, county officials, election code, misconduct, removal, government accountability, 916, all

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• No, I’m just giving you examples of state-issued, state-issued or state-recognized credential.
• No, I’m just giving you examples of state-issued, state-issued or state-recognized credential.
• No, I’m just giving you examples of state-issued, state-issued or state-recognized credential.
• No, I’m just giving you examples of state-issued, state-issued or state-recognized credential.
• No, I’m just giving you examples of state-issued, state-issued or state-recognized credential.

Summary: The House Education Committee met on May 12, 2026, and first approved SB 518, which gives LSU limited authority to buy and sell certain real estate within one mile of campus as a two-year pilot program. Supporters said the bill would let LSU respond more quickly to deteriorating properties near campus and improve the student experience, while keeping protections such as appraisals and fair-market-value requirements. Members asked about whether the authority would affect residential property or be expanded to other universities, and the bill was reported favorably without objection. The committee then advanced SCR 33, creating a one-year Work-Based Learning Coordination Task Force to study and better align apprenticeships, internships, job shadowing, and related programs across state agencies and employers. Testimony emphasized the need to reduce duplication and improve coordination so students and employers can more easily connect. HR 168 also passed, directing the Board of Regents to study collegiate athletic program funding after concerns raised by athletic directors about deficits and accounting practices. Members next approved SB 488, establishing a school safety drone response pilot program to supplement school crisis plans. The bill drew detailed testimony from a vendor describing drone deployment, response times, and coordination with law enforcement; an amendment was adopted to require coordination with the Department of Education, State Police, and the Sheriffs’ Association. The committee also favorably reported HCR 97, asking BESE and Wildlife and Fisheries to study adding age-appropriate hunting, conservation, and shooting sports education in grades 5-12, with members clarifying that no live firearms would be used on campus. Finally, the committee approved SB 112, allowing local school boards to adopt parental-consent release-time policies for religious instruction, with amendments adding instructor qualifications, reporting requirements, electronic delivery flexibility, and constitutional safeguards. It also reported SB 504, expanding individual graduation plans to include vocational options and apply to charter schools, with an amendment for standalone elementary charters. The committee then passed SB 346 and SB 347, both dealing with deepfakes—one prohibiting their use against K-12 students and the other adding unlawful deepfakes to campus power-based violence rules—and SB 353, authorizing postsecondary systems to digitize student IDs for use in LA Wallet. Several members raised concerns about naming LA Wallet specifically, but the bill was still reported favorably. The meeting ended with adjournment.

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• We continue to submit updated versions of our hardware and software to the EAC and to states for testing
• We continue to submit updated versions of our hardware and software to the EAC and to states for testing
• approval and to states for testing and approval and to states for testing and approval on<00:56:43.520
• States. States.
• It has been tested by one of the two accredited independent labs here in the United States by the SLI

Keywords: Discussion of BR 25 (2026 RS) 04:15 Presentation on voting systems by ES&S 48:14 Presentation on voting systems by Hart InterCivic and Harp Enterprises 01:13:07, 958, all

Summary: The committee met, approved the October 21 minutes, and then took up BR 25 for the 2026 regular session, a proposal to prohibit the use of tax dollars and public resources to advocate for or against ballot questions, including constitutional amendments. Senator Rawlings and the other presenters argued the current law already bars such advocacy but lacks meaningful enforcement, citing the 2024 school choice amendment campaign and other examples where public officials and school systems allegedly used taxpayer-funded resources to influence voters. They said the bill would add civil and criminal penalties, while preserving First Amendment rights for public employees acting in their personal capacities. Much of the discussion focused on whether the bill should be limited to school districts or broadened to cover other public entities, and on how to define terms such as “advocating in impartial terms.” Members raised concerns about possible effects on county and city lobbying through groups like KLC and KCO, on legitimate factual explanations by public officials, and on whether the bill could unintentionally restrict needed representation for local governments. The sponsors said the measure was intended to be narrow, would be vetted further, and would not bar individuals from speaking on their own behalf. Several members suggested revisions. Representative Lockett asked that schools and school employees be specifically named, and suggested separating the lobbying restrictions from the ballot-measure provisions into different bills. Representative Layman questioned the meaning of the bill’s language and whether it would cover factual testimony by officials. Representative Heen asked about a Jefferson County example involving legal fees used to challenge petition signatures; counsel said that situation would likely be allowable under the bill as drafted, though some members thought it should be covered. No final vote was taken on BR 25 during this discussion.

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• or compared to the state average.
• That's the first test.
• That's the first test.
• Please state your name.
• Let's not have him destroy our state, our great state of Florida. We are better than this.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• through the state.
• Our state cemeteries, we've adopted the state cemetery in Taos and are moving quite well on a glide path
• But three out of 30, so 10% of every state cemetery that you own in the state of New Mexico, that represents
• As a state, we only have somewhere between 250 to 300 full-service grocery stores in our entire state
• Chairman, are they testing just current? Who are they testing for this?

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• I've been fortunate state fire marshal.
• everyone our focus here at the state everyone our focus here at the state fire<00:22:24.799>
• because we have our state-of-the-art because we have our state-of-the-art laboratory<00:43:34.000
• That also then affects the state coffers, right?
• ,<01:01:45.599> um, have a number of different tests, um, have a number of different tests

Keywords: 1183, house

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• And lymph nodes for testing.
• for the state.
• for the state.
• for the state.
• for the state.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• um organizations the grant at State um organizations the grant at State taxpayers<00:28:43.840><
• from the state.
• <01:02:19.880> or go back to work at any state or go back to work at any state or Municipal
• overall performance as well as the state overall performance as well as the state to<01:46:50.880
• <01:55:21.920> um state um state um I<01:55:23.320> don't<01:55:23.679> have<01:

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Division 2 Finance Committee work session focused primarily on House Bill 115 and a proposed amendment, 114H, which would carry over language from HB 2 into HB 115 and place limits on Education Freedom Accounts (EFAs). Representative Murray described the amendment as a way to keep the 350% federal poverty eligibility cap, require students to have attended a charter public school in grades K-12 for the preceding year before entering the voucher system, and add guardrails against universal eligibility. She argued the state was facing a severe budget crisis, that expanding EFAs would divert money from other programs, and that public testimony and local votes showed widespread opposition to expansion. She also cited a letter from former Finance chair Neil Kirk opposing expansion. Other members responded that the committee should not revisit policy already decided by the House, though some said the amendment was fair to discuss because of its fiscal implications and supported it on that basis. The discussion then broadened into a debate over the fiscal impact of universal vouchers and the reliability of enrollment and cost estimates. Representative Luno argued that prior EFA projections had relied on assumptions that could badly underestimate state exposure, pointing to Arizona as a cautionary example and saying New Hampshire should not expand the program without better analysis. Representative Papovich similarly warned that universal eligibility could create a large, unexpected cost, estimating a potential exposure of about $285 million based on school-age children not currently in public, charter, or EFA programs. In contrast, Representative Weyler said EFAs can save money because public school spending is already high and parents using EFAs still pay taxes and take on more responsibility for their children’s education. After discussion, Representative Murray moved to accept the amendment, and Representative Bean seconded it. There was some procedural clarification about voting on the original bill and the amendment. The transcript ends before a final recorded vote on the amendment or on HB 115 itself, though the committee had also been told it would likely reconsider several retained bills later in the week, including HB 129, HB 133, HB 671, and HB 781.

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• Some states have this. Some states don't.
• And it wasn't stated. So, There's also the buyer beware. There's also that, and it wasn't stated.
• We've been working very closely with the regulator in this state and in other states because we think
• We have a test and launch site out in West Texas.
• One thing that's not on there is a Washington State Space Commission that would give the state a long-term

Summary: The committee first heard a work session on cryptocurrency kiosks from the Department of Financial Institutions and Spokane City Councilmember Paul Dillon. DFI described crypto kiosks as licensed money transmission terminals that allow cash purchases of virtual currency, and said the main concern is fraud: scammers often pressure victims, especially older adults, to deposit cash into kiosks and send it to wallets controlled by organized crime. DFI cited a sharp increase in kiosk volume, nationwide fraud complaints and losses, and said Washington currently has licensing and disclosure rules but lacks transaction and fee limits. The department said it is seeking stronger disclosures, a $1,000 daily transaction limit, and a fee cap. Spokane described its unanimous ordinance banning new kiosks and removing existing ones after local scam reports, and members asked about how the machines work, whether the fraud is in the hardware or the transaction, and whether stronger warnings or screening could help. The committee then reviewed home equity sharing agreements, or CHISAs, based on a report by Mariana Amaram and testimony from DFI and industry representatives. The report found that CHISAs provide homeowners a lump sum in exchange for a share of future home value or appreciation, with no monthly payments, but that consumers often struggle to understand the products and settlement calculations. The report said the market has grown quickly in Washington, that costs can be hard to predict, and that early uncapped contracts could produce very high settlement amounts, especially during periods of rising home prices. DFI said it views these products as mortgage loans and is moving forward with rulemaking, including counseling and clearer disclosures, while industry witnesses said the products are equity-based rather than debt-based and asked for tailored regulation. Members discussed the need for better consumer education, clearer payoff schedules, and whether the products should be treated as mortgages or a separate category. The final panel focused on Washington’s space economy, with presentations from Amazon Leo, Blue Origin, Stoke Space, Space Northwest, and Green River College. Speakers highlighted major in-state investments in satellite manufacturing, launch systems, and workforce training, including Amazon Leo’s Redmond and Kirkland facilities, Blue Origin’s Kent headquarters, and Stoke Space’s Kent manufacturing and Moses Lake test site. Space Northwest presented data showing the sector’s growing economic footprint, high-wage jobs, and regional clusters in Kent and Redmond, and urged more workforce programs, incentives, infrastructure support, and a state space commission. The companies emphasized local hiring, apprenticeship and certification programs, and the role of Washington’s aerospace supply chain in supporting the broader space industry. No votes were taken during the transcript excerpt.

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• Representative, is there any type Of competency test or certification that appraisers have to have to
• Like for State Farm, for example, I know for a fact they have to be certified appraisers.
• We do know there are states out there that have made quick mistakes, and they have paid the price.
• And then the state would hold their license for the one year work requirements.
• What issue do we are trying to solve when it comes to administering the test at an earlier phase?

Bills: HB3783, HB2955, HB3802, HB4488, HB2471, HB3781, HB3127

Keywords: captive insurance, protected cell, sponsored captive, captive insurer, insurance commissioner, premium tax, dormant captive, risk retention group, pure captive, association captive, industrial insured captive, series captive, branch captive, special purpose captive, reciprocal insurer, capital and surplus, letter of credit, change in control, merger, conversion

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• Lead us in the pledges of allegiance to the United States and Texas flags.
• One state, under God, one and indivisible. Go. Go. Go. Go. Go. Go.
• House of Representatives from the state of Texas.
• , this falls under the Committee on State Affairs.
• , referred to the Committee on State Affairs.

Keywords: 997, house, all

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• state and state<00:15:43.959> funding<00:15:44.959> to<00:15:45.240> address<00
• :15:45.720> concerns<00:15:46.240> of state funding to address concerns of state funding
• the southern part of the state, but has been detected throughout the state and impacts water supplies
• Simply stated, one in six people will be drinking water over that standard in our state, and so it is
• Simply stated, one in six people will be drinking water over that standard in our state, and so it is

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 332, a bill to add protection and remediation of surface waters as a new authorized purpose for New Hampshire village districts. Prime sponsor Rep. Rosemary Rung said the bill is intended to give local voters in lake communities a voluntary tool to address cyanobacteria blooms and other water-quality problems through village districts, including the ability to raise revenue, adopt ordinances, and pursue treatments or watershed management measures. She emphasized that the proposal is meant to complement, not replace, state law and that any district action would still need to comply with existing permitting and environmental requirements. Supporters, including Andrea Laro of New Hampshire Lakes and Elizabeth Harper of the Lake Sunapee Protective Association, said the bill would help municipalities collaborate on lake protection when state resources are limited. They argued that local districts could bring subject-matter expertise, access grants and technical assistance, and respond more quickly to problems such as septic impacts, runoff, culvert repairs, and in-lake treatments. They also suggested clarifying the bill’s wording around “protection and remediation” to better define the scope of authorized activities. Opponents, including Steve Wolf and Chris Norwood of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, argued that village districts can already be overly broad and sometimes expand beyond their original purposes. Wolf said existing town and state agencies already handle shoreline protection and warned that village districts can impose ongoing taxes and create governance problems. Norwood urged a study bill instead, citing concerns about the scope of village districts and examples where some districts have taken on planning and zoning powers beyond their original mission. No vote or final action on HB 332 was taken in the excerpt.

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• throughout the state. throughout the state.
• our state parks.
• testing? testing?
• increase the states uh threshold. increase the states uh threshold.
• our state is growing and um as the state our state is growing and um as the state grows<01:40:27.360

Keywords: Appropriations - Room 210; 21 January, 2026: 1:30 PM, 925, all

Summary: The subcommittee heard the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks present its FY27 budget request and discuss accomplishments from prior appropriations. The commissioner highlighted improved conservation officer retention after salary increases, continued training and wellness efforts, upgrades to state parks and cabins, expansion of tiny homes, fisheries stocking and youth fishing programs, ongoing chronic wasting disease testing, and the Museum of Natural Science’s recent accreditation. The agency said it wants to maintain parks and facilities so they do not deteriorate again, and it emphasized tourism and public access benefits. Budget staff then outlined the request: $21.7 million in general funds, including increases for state parks, the museum, law enforcement, and chronic wasting disease; $23.2 million in state support capital and education funds; and $86.99 million in special funds authority. Major capital requests included $18.8 million for state parks projects at several parks, $1.25 million for law enforcement facilities, $2 million for Lake Lamar Bruce improvements, and $1.125 million for mobile teaching vans. Members asked for more detail on general fund increases, proof that law enforcement salary enhancements reached field agents, more information on the tiny home program and its return on investment, the source of motor vehicle funds, and a breakdown of requested pins and vacancies. The committee also questioned the agency about chronic wasting disease, with the department saying the $400,000 request supports testing and research and that live testing is not yet reliable. Members raised concerns about prioritization of lake and park maintenance, especially Lake Claude Bennett, and whether the agency is too reactive rather than proactive in addressing deteriorating facilities. The department said funding limitations and federal restrictions on certain lake dollars drive its priorities, and that it focuses on the most-used parks and lakes. No votes or formal actions were taken in the meeting.

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• rigorous state controls. rigorous state controls.
• dispensaries in other states. dispensaries in other states.
• . states. states.
• problems in our neighboring states. problems in our neighboring states.
• But there's no testing. it's that." But there's no testing.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Training, and be able to pass the test.
• So there's a standard test for you. Yes, it is. It is.
• And we all know today, not just in our area, but across the state and across the United States of America
• But unfortunately, the state makes it difficult to put red-light cameras on state highways.
• But unfortunately, the state makes it difficult to put red light cameras on state highways.

Summary: The House Transportation Committee met on April 21 and heard a series of transportation, licensing, tolling, and public safety measures. Early bills included HB 745, extending special permits for tandem/container loads serving port facilities; HB 1000, a DOTD cleanup bill that clarifies Highway Priority Program reporting and raises the letter-bid contract threshold from $1 million to $3 million; HB 1050, which revises commercial driver’s license rules and allows certain 18-year-olds to drive intrastate with a Class A license; and HB 1172, designating a portion of US 165 in Oberlin as the Coulin Brooks Manuel Memorial Highway. All of those bills were reported favorably, with HB 1000 adopted with amendments. The committee then took up HB 896 on toll facilities, prompted by concerns about Belle Chasse toll charges and customer service access. The bill would require local toll customer service centers, toll dispute procedures, and limits on certain fees; amendments were adopted to refine those provisions, including in-person assistance, appeal deadlines, and limits on additional charges. The bill was reported with amendments. HB 493, which would have prohibited expropriation by the Amite River Basin Drainage and Water Conservation District in East Feliciana and St. Helena Parishes, drew extensive testimony and debate over reservoir planning and local flood-control authority, but was ultimately voluntarily deferred. Later, HB 1173 was approved to give people in the OMV reinstatement relief program up to three months without a late fee on installment agreements, while keeping the payment due and moving it to the end of the plan. HB 1024 created a Louisiana Democratic Party special prestige license plate and was reported favorably. The committee also approved HCR 32 urging the Port of New Orleans to secure backup motors for the St. Claude Avenue Bridge, and HB 1159, concerning automated speed enforcement in Jefferson Parish municipalities, was ultimately voluntarily deferred after discussion of local control, public input, and prior legislation on speed cameras. The final major item was HB 679, as substituted, creating a driver’s license designation for people with brain injuries and directing law enforcement training on interactions with those individuals. The sponsor and several witnesses described personal experiences with traumatic brain injury and argued the designation would improve safety and communication during traffic stops. The substitute bill was adopted and the measure was reported favorably. The committee concluded by reporting HB 1207 favorably; that bill would limit unduly restrictive contractor qualification requirements in public bidding and require such requirements to be reasonably related to the project and justified in writing.

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• affordable housing in the United States. affordable housing in the United States.
• nationally in the United States. nationally in the United States.
• state based on the state's population. state based on the state's population.
• that the fiscal impact to the state that the fiscal impact to the state would<00:10:31.680> be
• under federal law, the financed by test under federal law, the financed by test was<00:25:09.840

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Some of the states that we're still dealing with that are not compact states, it can take four months
• I was going to ask initially, which states are included in the multi-state compacts?
• Madam Chair, Representative Brown, it is the state their primary state of residence.
• Our state did that as well, that if someone was qualified with a license from another state coming to
• be in another state for days.

Keywords: 996, all

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• out-of-state races.
• and State Bonding Fund by contract with the State of North Dakota.
• , state entities.
• There, we don't have any coverage for state vehicles or, you know, state entities.
• that they get from the state.

Keywords: 908, all