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TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 2407 addresses this issue by amending Chapter 62 of the Code of Criminal Procedure to increase
  • 2nd degree, instead of making that offense a 2nd degree, it cuts off our access to our Penal Code Chapter
  • That way we still have access to our penal code chapter 12 enhancements, and I'm happy to answer any
  • alleged criminal negligence occurring under the duties performed by a veterinarian or their help under Chapter
  • is greater than civil negligence and closer to, if you're familiar with gross negligence, um, in Chapter
ND

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session Apr 11th, 2025 at 12:30 pm

North Dakota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Nor is there anything in Century Code that says nothing in the hunting chapter applies to you unless
  • Senate Bill 2137 is a bill for an act to create a new section of Chapter 20.1-05 of the North Dakota
  • In Girl Senate Bill 2137 is a bill for an act to create an inact a new section of Chapter 20.1 to 05
  • Speaker, Senate Bill 2325 is a bill for an act to create a new section of Chapter 47-05 of the North
  • Senate Bill 2387 is a bill for an act to create and enact a new section of Chapter 12.1-34 of the North
Keywords: 908, all
Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a quorum present, then received a gubernatorial message listing numerous bills signed by the governor. The chamber also handled conference committee business, including appointing conferees for House Bills 1003 and 1169 after refusing to concur with Senate amendments, and adopting a conference committee report on House Bill 1053, which repealed a Century Code section related to the length of the state highway system. A major portion of the meeting focused on Senate Bill 2137, which would allow supplemental feed for hunting and include an expiration date. The House divided the proposed amendments into two parts. Division A, dealing with baiting limits and setbacks near livestock facilities, drew extensive debate over private property rights, enforceability, livestock protection, and hunting access, and failed 14-76. Division B, requiring chronic wasting disease surveillance and a report to Legislative Management, also drew debate over whether the reporting requirement was necessary or too late to be useful; it failed 44-46. With both divisions defeated, the House then passed the underlying bill 56-34. The House also laid over Senate Bills 2340, 2326, and 2289. Later, it defeated Senate Bill 2325, which would have created a process for non-federal easements on wetland areas, by a vote of 4-84. It passed Senate Bill 2210, directing a legislative management study on watershed-based water management, 85-3; Senate Bill 2387, establishing rights for sexual violence survivors, 89-0; and Senate Bill 269, allowing state agencies to satisfy legal notice requirements by posting on their websites if newspaper publication is missed, 72-17. The House then excused absent members and adjourned until Monday, April 14, 2025.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • Yes, this is really just a very simple update of some chapters.
  • Yes, this is really just a very simple update of some chapters.
  • update<00:09:22.320> of<00:09:22.839> um<00:09:23.440> some<00:09:23.640> chapters
  • <00:09:24.079> it's<00:09:24.279> our update of um some chapters it's our update of
  • um some chapters it's our understanding<00:09:24.959> it<00:09:25.079> haven't<00:09:25.320
Keywords: 958, all
Summary: The House Transportation Committee met with a quorum and approved the minutes from its previous meeting. It then considered several transportation-related bills, beginning with House Bill 157 on special license plates. The bill, as amended by a committee substitute, would create a commercial Friends of Agriculture plate to support agriculture-related programs, with proceeds going to the same fund used by the existing farm tag. Members also discussed the committee substitute’s fee exemptions for military-related plates, and the bill was reported favorably with the substitute attached. The committee next took up House Bill 682 on utility relocation. Testimony from Charter Communications explained that the bill would update outdated law so cable and broadband providers are treated like public utilities for reimbursement when forced to relocate facilities for highway projects, while preserving the Transportation Cabinet’s discretion over reimbursements. Members asked about the current reimbursement process and fiscal impact; witnesses said the bill does not change cabinet discretion and therefore has no fiscal note. The bill was reported favorably. House Bill 443, which would shift the east end signage of the H. Rogers Parkway farther east to US 23 in Prestonsburg to reflect the already four-laned section and support future federal funding efforts, also received favorable expression. House Bill 444, a commercial driver’s licensing measure brought by the Transportation Cabinet and amended by committee substitute, would align Kentucky reporting requirements with federal law and allow drivers age 18 and older to qualify for a hazardous materials endorsement, with limits excluding school buses and interstate transport. Members discussed the safety rationale and the need for drivers in agriculture and propane delivery; the bill was reported favorably with the substitute attached. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 493 on towing and storage of motor vehicles. Representative Pollock and a Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance witness described it as a cleanup bill aimed at transparency and enforcement against predatory towing and inflated charges, and members noted constituent concerns about towing practices. The bill was reported favorably with a committee substitute attached. The committee also reviewed Administrative Regulation 600 KAR 1:041, which updates disadvantaged business enterprise certification rules to conform to federal nomenclature and related federal changes; the regulation was reviewed without further action.
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session-Day 19, March 4, 2026-PM

Wyoming House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The next bill for our consideration is Senate Joint Resolution 9.
  • >> Senate Joint Resolution 9, sponsored by Senator Barlow, keeping public lands protected and decisions
  • The Speaker then stated that members were voting on second or third reading amendment number 9 to Senate
  • And I uh your JCC for Senate File 28 will meet at 9 a.m. tomorrow morning in PMR number two.
  • JCC for Senate File 28 will meet at 9 JCC for Senate File 28 will meet at 9 a.m.<04:11:28.239> tomorrow
Keywords: 916, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Public Safety Committee Apr 29th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • Press Club, National Press Photographers Association, National Writers Union, Southern California Chapter
  • Association, CCNMA, Latino Journalists of California, Asian American Journalists Association, Los Angeles Chapter
  • This bill was chaptered over 10 years ago, and it was set forth by our current Secretary of State, Dr
  • Item number 9, AB 746 by Assemblymember McKinnor. Bonta? Aye. Bonta, aye. Harabedian? Harabedian?
Summary: The committee heard several public safety measures, beginning with housekeeping items and the adoption of a four-bill consent calendar. Bills on the consent calendar included AB 476 on metal theft, AB 619 on California Conservation Corps training for formerly incarcerated people, AB 1192 on child abuse or neglect reporting, and AB 1239 on human trafficking data. Several bills were pulled by the authors before hearing, and the committee also announced that AB 379 would be heard with a file notice waiver and AB 63 would be for testimony only. The most extensive discussion was on AB 366, which would require ignition interlock devices for anyone convicted of DUI. The author, Senator Archuleta, and a MADD representative gave emotional testimony about family members killed by drunk drivers and argued the bill would save lives. Support came from law enforcement, fire, medical, auto club, and safety groups. Opposition from public defenders and criminal justice advocates focused on loss of judicial discretion, costs for low-income drivers, and concerns about vendor oversight and effectiveness. The committee voted to pass AB 366 as amended to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 1380, which would create a permanent pathway into firefighting careers for formerly incarcerated people who served on Cal Fire hand crews. The author and supporters said the bill would recognize service, improve reentry, and reduce recidivism; a fire labor group withdrew its opposition after amendments were discussed. The measure passed to Appropriations, though it remained on call pending one additional vote. AB 461, which would remove criminal penalties for parents of truant K-8 students and replace them with supportive responses, drew broad support from education and justice advocates but no opposition testimony; it was also passed to Appropriations and left on call pending one more vote. ACR 60, recognizing the Downey Police Department’s special-needs communication program for interactions with people with disabilities or sensory challenges, was adopted unanimously. The committee then heard AB 746 on creating an inmate cooperative program and a green reentry reserve for incarcerated workers. Supporters said it would build job skills, dignity, and reentry success; there was no opposition testimony. The bill passed to Appropriations and was left on call pending votes. Finally, AB 379 on human trafficking drew strong support from survivor advocates, law enforcement, and local officials for creating a survivor services fund and targeting buyers, but also strong opposition from survivors and civil liberties groups who warned it would criminalize vulnerable people and revive harmful loitering enforcement. The committee discussion continued with members weighing survivor support, public safety tools, and concerns about the bill’s amendments and scope.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm speaking today on behalf of the Massachusetts chapter of Elders Climate Action.
  • The large buildings are already required by Section 20 of Chapter 25A to report their energy use, and
  • When you take a look at the statute, I think it's what section 21 of chapter 25A that has a lot to do
  • But more importantly, I also Sierra Club's Massachusetts chapter.
  • I'm talking about Chapter 59, Section 5, and basically subsection, paragraphs 45A, B, and C.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The committee hearing focused on a broad set of energy efficiency, building decarbonization, school modernization, and lighting bills. Testimony generally came from municipal leaders, labor unions, environmental groups, and advocates who supported measures such as H. 3529/S. 2294 on building energy and decarbonization, H. 3577/S. 2286 on a zero-carbon renovation fund, H. 3476/S. 2275 on healthy and sustainable schools, H. 3565 on Mass Save zero-carbon assessments, H. 3477 on clean lighting and appliance efficiency standards, and the Dark Sky bills on outdoor lighting. Supporters argued these bills would cut emissions, lower utility bills, improve indoor air quality and school conditions, and direct resources to environmental justice, gateway, and low-income communities. Witnesses emphasized that Massachusetts’ older building stock and school facilities need major upgrades, and that state funding and financing tools are needed to close gaps left by declining federal support. Mayors, labor leaders, and environmental advocates said the proposals would create local jobs, expand apprenticeships, and help municipalities and schools undertake retrofits, ventilation improvements, heat pump installations, and other decarbonization work. Several speakers also defended Mass Save as highly cost-effective while urging new funding sources beyond ratepayer bills for larger-scale building upgrades. One representative asked about the difference between current Mass Save audits and proposed zero-carbon assessments, and the sponsor explained the new assessments would include heat pumps, solar, storage, wiring upgrades, and rate-structure guidance. There was also testimony on the Dark Sky bill, with astronomers and museum representatives arguing that better-shielded, downward-facing lighting would reduce energy waste, protect wildlife and human health, and preserve night skies without compromising safety. Committee members raised concerns about pedestrian safety and whether education might be enough instead of legislation; supporters responded that the bill follows established lighting standards and targets only unnecessary glare and skyward light. On the school bill, an open-shop contractor group opposed the measure, arguing its PLA and apprenticeship requirements would restrict bidding and reduce competition, while labor organizations strongly supported the workforce standards and prevailing wage provisions. No votes were taken during the hearing. The committee heard extensive testimony and several members asked clarifying questions, but the transcript does not show any final action or disposition on the bills.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Transportation Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm

Joint Committee on Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • enforcement so are there any recommendations towards the enforcement at well again if we put under chapter
  • Chapter 90, Section 1B clearly states that they cannot exceed 30 miles per hour, meaning they fall under
  • Chapter 90, Section 1B clearly states that they cannot exceed 30 miles per hour, meaning they fall under
  • It seems to me that a mandatory bike lane limit coupled with categorization in MGL Chapter 90, Section
  • 1 framework would easily break down what... ...authorization in MGL Chapter 90, Section 1 framework
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The Joint Committee on Transportation held a hybrid hearing on the governor’s Ride Safe Act, S. 3077, and related micromobility bills. Chairs and administration officials described the bill as a statewide, speed-based framework for e-bikes, scooters, mopeds, and similar devices, intended to replace outdated device categories with clearer rules for age limits, helmets, equipment, operating locations, registration, insurance for higher-speed devices, and restrictions on tampering. They also emphasized improved crash-data collection, a working group for future updates, and battery safety standards such as UL certification to reduce fire risk. Committee members asked about enforcement, shared-use paths, commuter rail accommodations, battery storage, and how the bill would apply to other vehicles like quads; the administration said some issues would need further study or follow-up. Testimony from advocates, municipal officials, and commission members was mixed but generally supportive of clearer statewide rules. Transportation and safety advocates backed the speed-based tier system but urged additional measures, including a default speed limit on shared-use paths, automated enforcement, and more funding for Complete Streets and Shared Streets programs. Bike shop and police representatives said current laws are confusing for riders and law enforcement and that better definitions and data reporting are needed. Several speakers stressed that enforcement and education will be critical, and that local patchwork rules are difficult to apply consistently. Medical testimony strongly supported tighter protections for young riders. Pediatric emergency and trauma doctors described a sharp rise in serious injuries and deaths involving e-bikes and scooters, including severe pediatric cases, and urged amendments adding a minimum age for faster devices and a universal helmet requirement. They argued that the force and weight of these devices make crashes more dangerous than conventional bicycles and pointed to past Massachusetts safety laws as evidence that age and equipment restrictions can reduce injuries. Some public testimony opposed the bill as written, especially from moped commuters who argued that gas-powered mopeds are being treated differently from comparable electric devices and should be included in the framework. They called for clearer rules on bike-lane access, insurance, parking, and statewide standards for mopeds as vulnerable road users. No votes were taken during the hearing; the committee heard testimony and questions only.
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

PSM-TCA, PSM Public Hearings 03-24-2025

Public Safety and Military Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • They actually promulgate and publish codes that are listed in chapter 107-25, which is part of the state
  • <00:37:14.800> uh<00:37:14.960> listed<00:37:15.200> in<00:37:15.520> chapter
  • <00:37:15.920> 107-25 that are uh listed in chapter 107-25 that are uh listed in chapter 107
  • <00:37:38.240> 107<00:37:39.040> on<00:37:39.280> a be maybe to address chapter
  • 107 on a be maybe to address chapter 107 on a state<00:37:39.680> level<00:37:40.800> um
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The joint committees heard three resolutions first. STR 32/SR 18 asked the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to work with the Department of Transportation to use inmate work furlough programs for state roadway and highway maintenance. Testimony was generally supportive of the intent, but the Correctional System Oversight Commission raised concerns about using work furlough for maintenance and emphasized that participants should be paid at least minimum wage, be able to meet restitution and support obligations, and not have their release timing affected. The measures were later recommended and adopted by both committees with no amendments in the joint portion. STR 199/SR 179 concerned increased caution regarding foreign infrastructure. There was no public testimony. In decision-making, the committees split the measures: STR 199 was deferred because of a similar measure, while SR 179 was passed with amendments. The amendments were described as clarifying Hawaii’s goals of self-sufficiency, local self-reliance, and self-determination, and encouraging scrutiny by departments and agencies to reduce dependence on imports. STR 231/SR 207, which would direct DOT to install electronic equipment at state airports and harbors to scan for illegal fireworks, drew mixed testimony, including support from the Oahu Filipino Community Council and comments from Matson Navigation. DOT said it supported the intent. The committees adopted amendments to address Matson’s concerns by moving inspections to a place outside the immediate loading and unloading area, and both committees passed the measures as amended. The Public Safety and Military Affairs committee then took up additional resolutions. STR 113/SR 94, designating Hawaii as a Purple Heart state on August 7, 2025, received no testimony and was not discussed further. STR 204/SR 164, asking the Department of Law Enforcement for information on disposal, detonation, and destruction of explosive fireworks and similar hazardous materials, also drew no testimony in the excerpt. STR 107/SR 88, urging military branches in Hawaii to provide hurricane-resistant shelters for active and retired personnel and families, likewise received no testimony. STR 148/SR 119, supporting construction of a floating dry dock at Pearl Harbor, drew broad support from industry, military, and state economic development representatives. STR 149/SR 120, creating a vegetation management working group to address wildfire risk, received extensive testimony in support and comments, with speakers from DCCA, PUC, Hawaiian Electric, IBW 1260, Hawaiʻi Telecom, and Kamehameha Schools discussing wildfire hazards, responsibility for vegetation near utility infrastructure, and the need to include workers and landowners in the process. STR 126/SR 105, calling for an incremental reduction in the number of inmates housed in private out-of-state facilities, prompted a lengthy discussion with DCR. The director said Hawaii’s out-of-state incarceration is driven by overcrowding and security needs, not a quota, described the per-person-per-day cost of CoreCivic housing, noted that Hawaii pays about $96 per inmate per day out of state versus about $37 in-state, and said the department is working on a master plan and future facility needs. The committee also discussed the need for a new prison and possibly a new jail. The excerpt ends with the committee still in discussion, without showing a final vote on STR 126/SR 105.
VT

Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Session - 2026-05-06 - 4:35PM

Vermont House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • the report of the Committee on Environment that the first assistant clerk emailed to members today at 9:
  • the report of the Committee on Environment that the first assistant clerk emailed to members today at 9:
  • plight of midsize developers, Ways and Means found this amendment unfavorable by a straw poll vote of 9
  • Your House Human Services Committee concurs with the Senate proposal of amendment on a straw poll of 9-
  • The committee on human services voted 9-0-2 to accept the Senate's proposed amendment and asked for your
Keywords: 926, house, all
Summary: The House returned to Senate Bill 325 on regional planning and Act 250 tier jurisdiction and first took up Representative Charlton’s amendment to extend the interim housing exemptions in tier one areas from 2028 to 2030. Charlton argued the change would better align the exemptions with the state’s 2030 housing targets and give rural communities and smaller developers more realistic time to plan and build. Committee members opposing the amendment said the exemptions would no longer be needed once 1A and 1B areas are established, and Ways and Means reported an unfavorable straw poll. After debate, the House rejected the amendment by roll call, 66-76. During debate, members discussed whether the extension would help or hinder housing production, with supporters emphasizing rural Vermont, achievable timelines, and the need for certainty for developers, while opponents stressed that the temporary exemptions were meant to bridge the transition to the new tier system. The House also heard questions about whether any communities had actually adopted 1A or 1B status yet, and it was noted that future land use maps were not yet complete. The chamber then moved to a second amendment from Representative Dobervich, which would extend certain interim Act 250 exemptions for designated village centers and nearby areas through January 1, 2031, including projects of 50 units or fewer or mixed-income/mixed-use projects meeting specified infrastructure criteria, with municipal bodies able to opt out. Dobervich said the proposal would expand access to the interim exemptions for rural communities that lack permanent zoning or subdivision bylaws but otherwise meet the criteria, helping more towns build housing in already developed areas. Opponents argued the amendment could allow too much development in small towns without local review and questioned how many municipalities would actually qualify. The debate continued with members discussing the relationship between Act 181, the temporary exemptions, and the ongoing work to create future land use maps and tier designations.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

Senate Commerce (02/17/2026)

Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • It is 9:31. I hate being late, but we're a moment late.
  • It being 9:45, I want to open the hearing on House Bill 565 and recognize the prime sponsor, Senator
  • are that, in addition to the 10-day timeline being sort of out of step with other provisions within Chapter
  • morning<01:28:04.239> to<01:28:04.480> House<01:28:04.719> Bill<01:28:05.040> 9<
  • /c> opposition this morning to House Bill 9 opposition this morning to House Bill 9 1196<01:28:06.639
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 24th, 2025

Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII

Transcript Highlights:
  • Item 9, the recommendations exclude funding for techs.share of the operating costs of the Amtrak Heartland
  • You'll notice the transportation items are not funded here, but Article 9 shows a commitment to funding
  • Ryder Highlights, Ryder Highlight includes the modification of Ryder 9 as discussed in Section 3, the
  • for your recommendation of our baseline and consideration for two of our exceptional items in Article 9.
  • For the record, Cyrus Reed, Lone Star Chapter of the Sierra Club, a pleasure to be here.
Keywords: 1184, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Transportation - 02/19/25

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • It’s $9 or $12 or $8 or $13, however it’s done. They collect that fee now.
  • So they’re going to take the time to prorate a $9, a $13 fee. That makes no sense to me.
  • So they’re going to take the time to prorate a $9, a $13 fee. That makes no sense to me.
  • charge for every transaction conducted at a registrar counter, so that reimbursement amount would be $9
  • and Vehicle Services operating account to the commissioner. ...that reimbursement amount would be $9
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
WV
Transcript Highlights:
  • I just wanted to know if it'd be germane on this one if we amended this to repeal Chapter 18?
  • And on page 25, line 31, the court would have jurisdiction of the juvenile pursuant to Chapter 18-8-6A
  • So the court still would have jurisdiction under Article 4 of Chapter 49.
  • So, on the bottom of page five and top of page six, the meaningful contact language comes from Chapter
Keywords: 994, senate, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Well, in Chapter 157, it provides that...
  • The mechanism is Chapter 152 of the Texas Family Code.
  • That's what Chapter 152 provides for.
  • Exactly, exactly, and there are provisions ...in Chapter 152 that even authorize, if someone has fled
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Telecommunications - 03/24/2026

Energy And Telecommunications

Transcript Highlights:
  • on page 2, line 4 and 5, shall include such proceedings conducted pursuant to Section 71 of this chapter
  • You're looking at Section 71 of the chapter, which says if 25 customers... ...you're looking at Section
  • 71 of the chapter, which says if 25 customers come forward in writing, they shall have an investigation
Keywords: 993, senate, all
Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Energy and Telecommunications, chaired by Senator Cameron Parker, considered a large agenda focused on utility consumer protections, rate transparency, NYSERDA oversight, and energy transition policy. Several bills were discussed in detail, including measures to prohibit residential utility shutoffs during extreme temperature forecasts (Bill 120A), delay shutoffs and late fees while a utility is under certain PSC investigations (Bill 904B), require disclosure of planned rate increases (Bill 4989A), limit certain utility charges after 12 months (Bill 8710), and require utilities to disclose more information with major rate change applications (Bill 9433A). The committee also considered bills on net energy metering credits (Bill 1553), reconnection for low-income customers (Bill 965), sanctions and civil penalties (Bill 8908), and annual NYSERDA reporting obligations (Bill 1819). Members raised recurring concerns about affordability, arrears, and who ultimately bears costs when utilities are prevented from collecting immediately. Senator Walczyk repeatedly questioned whether protections would shift costs to other ratepayers, while sponsors and the chair emphasized that the bills did not erase arrears but created temporary consumer protections. Senator May noted that some proposals could produce significant savings for ratepayers. On Bill 1819, Senator Walczyk supported greater accountability for NYSERDA’s use of ratepayer-funded money. Bill 1668, which would authorize NYSERDA to administer grants for switching residents to electric heat pumps, drew questions about funding; staff said it would be funded off-budget from existing sources and would have no direct state cost, though it could require shifting existing program resources. The committee advanced most bills to third reading after motions and votes, with several measures receiving no votes but still moving forward. Bill 2477 was held for possible amendments. Bill 4989A was referred to the Consumer Protection Committee. Bill 5111, the Just Energy Transition Act, prompted extended discussion about its study timeline and a PSC order to facilitate replacement and redevelopment of at least 4 gigawatts of fossil fuel generation; the bill was advanced to third reading after debate. The meeting concluded with adjournment after the committee completed its agenda.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
  • Maybe some of you have seen it on Channel 9.
  • Maybe some of you have seen it on Channel 9.
  • Maybe some of you have seen it on Channel 9.
  • Maybe some of you have seen it on Channel 9.
  • /c><01:57:40.199> 10,000 testimony the approximately 9 10,000 testimony the approximately 9 10,000
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The committee first heard testimony on House Bill 437, which would change New Hampshire law on undischarged mortgages by creating a shorter period after which certain old mortgages would be treated as unenforceable. Prime sponsor Representative Bill Boyd said the bill was developed with input from bankers, lawyers, realtors, the Attorney General’s office, and the Banking Department, and he noted a drafting correction needed on line 18. He explained that the proposal would replace current law with a new framework modeled partly on Massachusetts, including a five-year expiration after a stated maturity date and a 35-year period for mortgages without an expiration date. Supporters said the bill would help clear obsolete title defects, reduce costly quiet-title litigation, and make real estate transactions easier for consumers, attorneys, and conveyancers. Representative Mary Hakken-Phillips, Susan Cole of the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, and Michelle Coffin all testified in support, describing the bill as a consumer protection measure. They said undischarged or improperly discharged mortgages often surface during title searches, causing delays, legal expenses, and failed or delayed closings. Coffin and Hakken-Phillips emphasized that many of these cases involve old, effectively obsolete mortgages and that the current process often requires expensive court action even when no one contests the title. Cole described a recent transaction in which a title defect caused a buyer to walk away and later restart the financing process, creating costs for both buyer and seller. A committee member asked about notice to mortgage holders; the response was that the lender bears responsibility for recording and extending the mortgage, and that due process rights would remain if a lender later contested the discharge. Ryan Hill of the New Hampshire Bankers Association said the banking industry had reviewed the bill and was generally comfortable with it, while requesting a delayed effective date so members would have time to adjust their recording practices. He said the bill’s January 1, 2028 effective date reflected that request. After closing the hearing on HB 437, the committee opened a hearing on House Bill 721, the Gold and Silver Legal Tender Act. Representative Juliet Harvey-Bolia introduced it as a bipartisan economic justice bill intended to recognize gold and silver as legal tender, protect against inflation, and address concerns about trust, taxes, and government taking. She argued that gold is a stable store of value and discussed tax treatment in neighboring states, federal history, and digital gold platforms. The hearing on HB 721 was still in progress when the transcript ended, with the chair limiting questions because of time.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Judiciary (02/09/2026)

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's the existing definition in that chapter. >> Thank you. >> Other questions?
  • It's the existing definition in that chapter. >> Thank you. >> Other questions?
  • It's the existing definition in that chapter. >> Thank you. >> Other questions?
  • It's the existing definition in that chapter. >> Thank you. >> Other questions?
  • It's the existing definition in that chapter. Thank you. >> Other questions?
Keywords: 1189, house, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Education Committee Jun 3rd, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • Fifty-eight percent are low income, and 9% are experiencing homelessness, a number which we've seen rise
  • Evan Branding, president of the Association of Pleasanton Teachers and also representing CSEA Chapter
  • These tools, Article 9, are being used by our public educational institutions.
  • I'm a student at the University of California, Davis, and an officer for the Students Demand Action chapter
Keywords: 987, senate, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session - Part 3 - 05/17/26

Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • outlets without being held to the existing what we call TPOI provisions that are in the cannabis chapters
  • RETAIL OUTLETS WITHOUT BE HELD TO THE EXISTING WHAT WE CALL TPO I PROVISIONS THAT ARE IN THE CANNABIS CHAPTERS
  • It is about 9:40 p.m., so I picked it up and that was still warm.
  • It is about 9:40 p.m., so I picked it up and that was still warm.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 065 Mar 20th, 2026

Colorado House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, I don't think I'll take the whole 9 minutes and 47 seconds because time is important right now.
  • /c> Representative Bottoms, you have 9 Representative Bottoms, you have 9 minutes<00:52:08.800> and
  • /c> So, I don't think I'll take the whole 9 So, I don't think I'll take the whole 9 minutes<00:52:16.559
  • The place of surveillance video and 9 E.
  • /c> professional or mental health 9 professional or mental health 9 professional,<04:59:26.240> community
Keywords: 981, all