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• Even on process? They are a separate entity.
• It would be built into part of the auditing process.
• Do we still need this process?
• They don’t know, so it slows the process down.
• Now, we probably still need the process.

Summary: The task force reviewed survey results from state agencies on potential statutory revisions, with Levi reporting 70 proposals from 20 agencies and noting that about 33 might become agency pre-file bills. Members discussed the need to share the survey more broadly within higher education and to better coordinate issues involving IT and other cross-agency functions. The task force then heard from the Office of Management and Budget on three topics: concessions, architect/engineering pre-qualification, and legal notices. OMB said the concessions law is outdated and inconsistent with current practice, and suggested a collaborative rewrite to allow best-value evaluation, raise the threshold, and standardize solicitation templates. On architect/engineering pre-qualification, OMB proposed expanding authority beyond current state-agency limits and creating uniform templates. On legal notices, OMB proposed modernizing publication requirements, exploring online and abbreviated notices, and working with newspapers and other stakeholders on technology and accessibility improvements. Members asked about where concession revenues go, whether political subdivisions must follow the same rules, and how to move from discussion to action. The task force agreed to have OMB work with Legislative Council and affected stakeholders to develop bill drafts, and the motion passed unanimously. The University of North Dakota then presented a series of proposed revisions focused on public buildings and procurement. UND asked to rework the definition of construction so routine maintenance and one-for-one replacements over $250,000 would not automatically trigger public-improvement requirements, suggested raising the threshold to $500,000, and asked for more flexibility based on project complexity and risk. UND also proposed changes to public bid advertisements to reflect electronic bidding, revisions to construction manager-at-risk selection criteria, changes to architect/engineer procurement rules, an increase in the direct-hire design threshold, and a higher legislative-consent threshold for privately funded projects. The task force supported having UND work with counsel and OMB to develop bill drafts, and that motion also passed. The Department of Public Instruction concluded with proposed cleanup to credentialing and education statutes. DPI recommended reviewing its credential categories for relevance, possibly transferring credentialing authority to the Education Standards and Practices Board, removing outdated school safety patrol language, clarifying waiver provisions, and updating dyslexia screening reporting requirements so the statute reflects current practice. Members focused mainly on whether the dyslexia reporting requirement should remain, and DPI said the screening itself would continue even if reporting language were revised. No votes were taken on DPI’s suggestions, and the task force recessed after the presentation.

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• And that was due to across the state.
• to the current process for those individuals.
• current process for those individuals. current process for those individuals.
• But looking back process at that time.
• I know you'll give it due consideration.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• meeting is being streamed live on YouTube in the unlikely event that we have to abruptly end this hearing due
• technical glitches during your turn to testify via Zoom, we may have to move on to the next person due
• So, how many veterans currently enter public housing annually due to this statute?
• So it's a process. I'm in support of it because...
• infrastructure um so it's a process infrastructure um so it's a process um<00:31:59.159> so

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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.

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• Section 51, requiring DNR to make recommendations that facilitate local government permitting processes
• <00:03:59.680> that<00:04:00.000> adequate permitting process that adequate permitting
• process that adequate processes<00:04:01.120> that<00:04:01.360> adequately<00:04:02.000
• > protect<00:04:02.640> the processes that adequately protect the processes that adequately
• staff for that process. Thank you. staff for that process. Thank you.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• do have a statute relative to paying do have a statute relative to paying dues. dues. dues.
• uh, pay to the NHMA in dues? uh, pay to the NHMA in dues?
• bills are expedited through the process. bills are expedited through the process.
• Creating bills is a political process Creating bills is a political process and<01:10:40.400>
• . process. process. the<01:10:54.239> legislature<01:10:55.600> uh<01:10:56.320> has

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• I said, well, it's not even due till December 31st. And I've already paid it.
• here is to make it easier for our constituents and let the government employees take care of the process
• Longer registration periods with a simplified process make sense.
• , so you're scrambling. ...to schedule it, you know, eight weeks out, and your plates are already due
• When an accident happens, is there ever a report that this was due to inappropriate, inoperable... ..

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• Uh as far complete the process timely.
• <00:07:03.680> to develop a straightforward process to develop a straightforward process to
• So, you know, simplicity this process.
• already have or are going to have uh due already have or are going to have uh due to<01:06:43.839
• due to the power plant closure. due to the power plant closure.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• It maintains the improvements to the integrated resource planning process, including enhanced transparency
• 1385, this conference report for House Bill 1385 relates to gubernatorial appointments, confirmation process
• , and a structured stakeholder review process.
• Due to a hot summer and a very cold winter and the current run-up in fuel costs, due to events that we've
• It's about providing due process protections during immigration enforcement.

Keywords: March 14, 2026 - Regular Session Part 3, 976, house, all

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• And the first and second estimated payments for the fiscal year Years are due in June.
• So that fed into that decision-making process.
• That decision-making process for that particular tax source. Thank you very much.
• Most of the time that process is, its procedure will be updated and then we move on.
• Most of the time that process is its procedure will be updated and then we move on.

Bills: S0110, S0434, S0856

Keywords: property assessment, wind damage, home improvements, real estate, tax exemption, Florida statutes, ad valorem taxes, property listings, tax estimation, disclosure, Florida, residential property

Summary: The committee heard and passed three bills before moving to a staff presentation on the state revenue forecast and the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act. SB 856, by Senator DeSantis? [sic], would require online real estate listing platforms to display estimated property taxes for residential properties using prescribed methods and DOR-developed formulas rather than the current owner’s tax bill. Supporters from county, city, and property appraiser groups said the bill would improve transparency and help homebuyers avoid surprise tax and escrow increases. The bill was reported favorably after debate about making sure the estimate appears on realtor and platform sites for first-time buyers. SB 110, by Senator Arrington, was amended and then reported favorably. The bill clarifies that people holding 98-year-or-longer residential leases remain eligible for the homestead tax exemption even if the lease ends upon the tenant’s death, aligning those leaseholds with life estates for estate-planning purposes. The amendment, supported by the Florida Bar’s real property, probate and trust law section, clarified that lease provisions terminating at death are valid under current law. SB 434, by Senator Leak, was also reported favorably; it would prevent property tax assessments from reflecting increased just value attributable to wind-hardening improvements such as stronger roof attachments, shutters, and roof-to-wall reinforcements. The committee then received an update from staff director Azar Khan on the new general revenue forecast. He said collections had been running slightly above estimate overall, but the Revenue Estimating Conference reduced corporate income tax projections because of weaker recent collections and uncertainty around tariffs, while increasing some other revenue sources. Members then discussed the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which staff said would significantly reduce Florida corporate income tax revenue, with a large first-year impact driven by retroactive provisions such as bonus depreciation, research expensing, and business interest deductions. Senators and the appropriations chair said the forecast and federal changes would affect budget planning, and the committee adjourned after noting the bills had been favorably reported and the meeting was complete.

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• complex and um lengthy bidding process complex and um lengthy bidding process for<03:59:36.520><
• <04:12:38.080> of rates to be a part of this process of rates to be a part of this process
• <04:39:20.000> should length including the RFP process should length including the RFP process
• <04:51:04.600> and they go through a survey process and they go through a survey process and
• <04:57:07.360> to with deteriorating parts and due to with deteriorating parts and due to

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard a Department of Corrections capital budget presentation on HB 25, focused largely on urgent maintenance and security needs at the New Hampshire State Prison for Men and other DOC facilities. DOC officials described the governor’s proposed priorities: boiler surge and radiator tank replacements, electronic controls and camera upgrades, and replacement of HVAC units using R22 refrigerant. They also outlined additional requested projects totaling $15.4 million, including a body alarm/man-down system at Northern New Hampshire Correctional Facility, steam line and trap repairs, fire alarm replacements, and removal of an underground diesel tank in favor of above-ground storage. DOC testified that many systems are well beyond their expected service life, including 40-year-old boilers, outdated analog cameras, and HVAC equipment using discontinued R22 refrigerant. They said the men’s prison is relying on a leased temporary boiler, has significant steam leaks causing major water loss and reduced boiler efficiency, and is dealing with frequent fire alarm faults and deteriorating wiring. On the body alarm system, they said the vendor no longer supports the equipment and replacement parts are no longer available. On the diesel tank, members questioned whether it could be abandoned in place or whether fuel could be reused; DOC said it had not explored all alternatives and would follow up, while noting the tank is underground and tied into the warehouse system. Members also asked whether some current investments could be reused in the planned new men’s prison. DOC said some items, such as air handlers, might potentially be moved, but most projects are needed to keep the current facility operational and would not be practical to transfer. Questions were also raised about the leased boiler arrangement, the use of the man-down system by staff and visitors, and whether the kitchen project could be converted to a modular unit. DOC said the modular kitchen approach is necessary because the existing kitchen cannot remain fully operational during repairs. The committee then moved to lapse extensions, and DOC identified several projects no longer needing extensions, including items numbered 64, 65, and 66 in HB 25, with the chair noting those balances would be deleted and that the lapse amount was $550,500.

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• <00:04:22.199> to can no longer keep animals in due to can no longer keep animals in due to
• to the ventilation problems sites due to the ventilation problems you<00:04:57.680> can<00:04
• to the number of safety this due to the number of safety challenges<00:05:22.280> this<00:05:
• I've also um offered or in the process I've also um offered or in the process of<01:03:35.119>
• projects that are that are in process projects that are that are in process and<01:59:23.119>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• of Arizona citizens who become sick with Valley Fever have never heard of the disease; and whereas due
• move at when the committee of the whole rises to report it, it recommends Senate Bill 1238 as amended due
• Adding more reporting hurdles and technical requirements risks cutting off benefits due to minor errors
• We should instead focus on smart workforce planning and improving hiring processes rather than mandating
• Is it due, as my colleague pointed out, to a business cycle?

Keywords: 1182, all

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• Jackie has been part of this learning process.
• Chairman and Senator, it's really a collaborative process between PED and the schools. Okay.
• Chairman, I move a due pass. We have a motion for a due pass. Second by Senator Ramos.
• We have a motion for a due pass. Seconded by Senator Ramos. If you'll call the roll, please.
• You have a due pass. Excuse me. Thank you, Mr.

Bills: SB29, SB37

Keywords: SB29, math requirements for teaching license, teacher licensure, teacher endorsement, mathematics methods, elementary education, secondary education, special education, early childhood education, reciprocity, Public Education Department, Mathematics and Science Education Act, mathematics instructional leadership framework, professional learning plan, K-3 screening, mathematics screening assessment, mathematics difficulty, support plan, multilevel support, intervention

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• And the ruling of the Chair, in my humble opinion, and with all due respect, is inappropriate. Mr.
• But for Amanda, she was fired the next day, and she was fired due to a loophole in the law that does
• So I do want to say to all of you, thank you for being our partners in this process as we have tried
• At altering times, who made sure that we kept moving, that we allowed people to speak, but the process
• Thank you for the honor of being part of this process.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Senate met on the FY27 budget and began with several ceremonial introductions and brief amendment withdrawals. Senator Collins withdrew amendments related to restoring DCF social worker funding and educator pay. The chamber then ruled a package of tax-related amendments offered by Senator Tarr out of order on constitutional grounds, finding they would create money-bill provisions that must originate in the House; the Senate upheld that ruling by a vote of 35-4. Senator Tarr later offered amendments on a gas tax suspension and related tax relief themes, but those were not adopted. The Senate considered and rejected several other amendments, including proposals on commemorating Commonwealth history, naming a bridge, repeat offenders, and no-cost calls. One amendment by Senator Fattman to extend domestic violence leave protections to contract employees was adopted unanimously, with 39 votes in favor and none opposed. The chamber also adopted an amendment creating a special commission to study the adequacy, reliability, and distribution of unrestricted general government aid (UGA), after extended debate about inequities in municipal aid and local budget pressures. Members from across the chamber supported the commission, while some emphasized that adequacy of funding, not just redistribution, remains a concern. The Senate then took up Chapter 90, passing the municipal roads and bridges bill to be engrossed. It also adopted a community programming amendment and a Senate Ways and Means amendment, then adopted the Ways and Means budget amendment as amended and ordered the underlying FY27 appropriations bill to a third reading. After lengthy closing remarks from the Ways and Means chair, minority leader, and the Senate President praising the budget process and highlighting investments in local aid, education, public safety, and other priorities, the Senate voted 40-0 to pass the FY27 budget bill to be engrossed. The chamber then adopted an order to reconvene the following Tuesday at 11 a.m. and adjourned in memory of Trooper Kevin Thomas Traynor.

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• And in my opinion, this also was due to spay and neuter and reduction in the birth of litters.
• In my community, we lost an eight-year-old boy due to being mauled by a pack of dogs.
• And through this discovery process, we still have no idea how much has been spent and who has spent the
• And again, I think that part of it was getting the board in place, figuring out how the process would
• We should be passing policy that shouldn't have to go through that sort of process to be sure that it's

Bills: SB38, SB46, SB18

Keywords: SB38, pet food, registered pet food, registration fee, fees, sunset repeal, repeal of repeal, revenue, state fee, business regulation, animal feed, pet food registration, New Mexico, SB46, organic waste, solid waste, waste diversion, composting, compost feedstock, waste characterization study

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• So you click on that and basically go through that process and eventually you get to a.
• It just makes us look better if we just figure a process out if.
• That's another big expense, and it Is due to a lot of our road conditions. That's all, Mr.
• I move a due pass on Senate Bill 2 as once amended. Second.
• Due on the... Calendar. Just remember, House Bill 2 has to cross over by February 2nd.

Bills: SB2

Keywords: SB 2, State Highway Project Bonds, highway funding, transportation bonds, state road fund, motor vehicle fees, vehicle registration fees, electric vehicle fee, EV surcharge, plug-in hybrid fee, weight distance tax, road construction, infrastructure financing, Department of Transportation, State Transportation Commission, bonding authority, county road funds, municipal road funds, transportation improvement program, state highways

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• So that process is sort of ongoing and it's important to note that that rulemaking process is playing
• process.
• <01:46:33.119> process.
• <01:46:34.000> And your property without due process.
• And your property without due process.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• We've got an administrative matter that arises due to the resignation of Representative Jared Hagert.
• So that's part of the process of operating the program.
• It's hard to explain those two processes in a 30-second soundbite, but I'm going to try.
• They have to make sure they check their direct certification process.
• But I understand our process here today. I just wanted that on the record. Thank you.

Keywords: 908, all

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• If you could sort of walk me through the process, I know we've been in communication, and I tell you
• Any disciplinary action would include like a notice, for example, hearing or appeal process.
• it will hurt those processes of being able to bring concerns to the Board of Trustees.
• Is there an appeal process? You're recognized. There is not.
• So, no, you said you don't know if there's an appeal process.

Summary: The Education Administration Subcommittee met with a quorum and took up two bills. The first, PCS for HB 725 on political activity at public institutions of higher education, would require colleges and universities to notify students and employees about existing campus political activity rules at orientation and on their websites, and to adopt standardized policies through the State Board of Education and Board of Governors. The sponsor said the bill is intended to mirror federal IRS/501(c)(3) guidelines, protect institutions from risking federal funding, and clarify what is and is not allowed; supporters framed it as an awareness and free-expression measure, while opponents warned it could chill speech, create vague enforcement standards, and lead to unintended consequences for students and faculty. Public testimony was largely opposed, with speakers from student, civil liberties, education, and advocacy groups raising free-speech concerns. The committee passed the bill 13-5. The second measure, PCS for HB 1437, addressed disputes under mutual management plans between conversion charter schools and district school boards. The sponsor said the bill fills a gap by providing a clearer dispute-resolution path through mediation by the Department of Education or, ultimately, an administrative law judge at DOAH. Members asked about appeal rights and whether DOE is perceived as favoring charter schools; the sponsor said the bill simply sets the process for the current issue and that the administrative law judge provision serves as the final step. There was no public testimony, and the bill was reported favorably 18-0.

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• There seems to be quite a bit of confusion, and I believe it's a misunderstanding of how the process
• There was no due process allowed for the employee to have an option there.
• This is what the administrative process would grant had there been no reversion and timely payment.
• This was due to the fact that the candidate I was replacing had passed away from a heart attack.
• Currently, we're in the process of working on that.

Keywords: Texas Ethics Commission, legislative recommendations, general counsel appointment, foreign lobbying, political contributions, quarterly meetings, public testimony, rule amendments

Summary: The meeting focused on the Texas Ethics Commission's (TEC) evaluation of legislative recommendations and personnel updates, including the appointment of a new general counsel and discussions about upcoming quarterly meetings. Commissioner Schmidt reported on the progress of various bills, including amendments to existing laws, the need for increased regulation on foreign lobbying, and the publication of new rules in the Texas Register. Public testimonies were heard regarding compliance issues and proposed changes in political contribution regulations. The Commission agreed to schedule further review on the legislative items discussed and the proposed rule amendments.