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• We are grateful for their contributions and proud to recognize their impact.
• We are grateful for their contributions contributions contributions and<00:04:20.519> proud<00
• on the Senate floor today due to space limitations, we are proud to recognize his outstanding contribution
• David specializes in sixth contribution.
• remarkable contributions to education. remarkable contributions to education.

Bills: HB1800, HB2095, HB1158, HB1518, HB1752, SCR23, SCR24, SCR25, SCR26, SCR27, SCR28, SCR29, SCR30, SCR31, SCR32, SCR33, SCR34, SCR35, SCR36, SCR37, SCR38, SCR39, SCR40, SCR41, SCR42, SCR43, SCR44, SCR45, SCR46, SCR47, SCR48, SCR49, SCR50, SCR51, SCR52, SCR53, SCR54, SCR55, SCR56, SCR57, SCR58, SCR59, SCR60, SCR61, SCR62, SCR63, SCR64, SCR65, SCR66, SCR67, SCR68, SCR69, SCR70, SCR71, SCR72, SCR73, SCR74, SCR75, SCR76, SCR77, SCR78, SCR79, SCR80, SCR81, SCR82, SCR83, SCR84, SCR85, SCR86, SCR87, SCR88, SCR89, SCR90, SCR91, SCR92, SCR93, SCR94, SCR95, SCR96, SCR97, SCR98, SCR99, SCR100, SCR101, SCR102, SCR103, SCR104, SCR105, SCR106, SCR107, SCR108, SCR109, SCR110, SCR111, SCR112, SCR113, SCR114, SCR115, SCR116, SCR117, SCR118, SCR119, SCR120, SCR121, SCR122

Keywords: supplemental appropriations, state budget, Hawaii budget, biennial budget, capital improvement projects, CIP, general fund, special fund, green fee, special land and development fund, clean energy revolving loan fund, agricultural development revolving fund, community grants, nonprofit grants, Office of Community Services, housing, affordable housing, homelessness, health care, mental health

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• All of those costs contribute to the final price that a house is sold at, and so if we can reduce any
• <00:06:56.520> to<00:06:57.280> the<00:06:57.720> absolute have all contributed
• to the absolute have all contributed to the absolute need<00:06:58.400> to<00:06:58.520> bring
• to the cost whether it be contributes to the cost whether it be the<00:08:07.599> materials<00
• <00:08:15.840> to it all of those costs they contribute to it all of those costs they contribute

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Summary: Senator Eric Lucero testified about Minnesota’s housing affordability challenges, arguing that rising interest rates, insurance costs, property taxes, and construction expenses are being passed on to renters and homeowners. He said the core problem is supply and demand: demand has risen while supply has not kept pace, in part because fewer homeowners are selling or downsizing. Lucero said the legislature should look for ways to reduce costs without creating major new state expenses, especially in a budget year with a projected deficit. Lucero highlighted several policy ideas and bills. He said he has introduced a bill to exempt sales tax on building materials, which he argued would lower the final cost of new homes. He also said he is interested in reducing permit costs and examining other factors that affect construction costs, including materials and labor. On insurance and property taxes, he suggested lawmakers should consider reforms or relief measures, while noting that interest rates are largely beyond state control. The discussion also focused on homeowners associations and common interest communities. Lucero said he has been part of a bipartisan work group for about six months that reviewed public testimony and expert input, and that the group has now issued recommendations. He said he and other legislators plan to turn those recommendations into one or more bipartisan bills aimed at improving transparency, accountability, and reducing costs for homeowners. He closed by saying housing affordability affects everyone and that he believes there is momentum this year for reforms that support homeownership and generational wealth.

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• <00:13:02.800> have history, culture, and contributions have history, culture, and contributions
• enduring rich traditions, languages, and enduring rich traditions, languages, and enduring contributions
• of the Dakota and contributions of the Dakota and Anishinaabe<00:13:41.480> peoples<00:13:42.320
• Minnesota and encourages all Minnesotans to honor and celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and a quorum present. The journal of the previous day was approved, Senate File 4515 was read for a second time, and House Files 5156 through 5160 were introduced and given first reading. The chamber also received a Senate message regarding Senate File 2077, which had been taken from the table and assigned new Senate conferees. The House agreed to the Senate’s request for a conference committee on Senate File 2077, and the Speaker later appointed Representatives Heinsman, McDonald, Vang, and Fischer to that committee. The Rules and Legislative Administration Committee brought forward resolutions to authorize continued House operations in advance of organization, direct correction and approval of the final House journal, and retain parking for members and employees between sessions; each was adopted. Members briefly discussed the continued operations resolution, with support noted as a housekeeping measure aligned with prior practice. The House also adopted a resolution recognizing May as American Indian Month in Minnesota. The resolution highlighted Minnesota’s 11 federally recognized tribes, the state’s long recognition of American Indian Month, and the contributions and resilience of Dakota and Anishinaabe peoples, while urging collaboration with tribal nations. During announcements, Representative Vang noted the death of former Representative Michael Nelson and asked for a moment of silence. Representative Long asked about Senate File 4067, the gun violence prevention package, and was told it was being reviewed with other omnibus bills. The House then adopted a motion to adjourn until 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 18, 2026, and stood in recess.

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• is say for every year that they receive those dollars, they stay in the state of Minnesota and contribute
• :04.960> Minnesota<00:01:05.360> and<00:01:05.519> contri<00:01:06.080> contribute
• We want them to stay and raise a family, and we want them to stay and contribute to Minnesota's economy
• We want them to stay and raise a family, and we want them to stay and contribute to Minnesota's economy
• and contributing to our economy.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• 2% of their pay of begin contributing 2% of their pay of the<00:05:28.039> current<00:05:28.400
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Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:11 Attendance Roll Call: 00:18 Senate Bill 10 (Sen. Mills): 01:47 Senate Bill 65 (Sen. West): 18:47 Senate Bill 104 (Sen. Madon): 25:41 Adjournment: 31:38, 958, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on State and Local Government heard testimony on Senate Bill 10, which would revise CERS retiree health subsidies for members who began participating on or before July 1, 2003. Senator Mills said the bill was developed with employee and employer groups to improve retiree health benefits while protecting the system’s financial footing, using a shared-cost structure. Testimony from sheriffs, police chiefs, firefighters, and the League of Cities strongly supported the bill, emphasizing recruitment and retention, affordability of retiree health coverage, and limited taxpayer risk. Members echoed those points, and the committee approved SB 10 with a 9-0 favorable recommendation. The committee then took up Senate Bill 65, sponsored by Senator West, which would codify the Administrative Regulations Committee’s annual practice of placing certain deficient regulations into statute so they cannot take effect. West explained that the committee’s role is limited to finding regulations deficient or asking for deferral, and that SB 65 is the fifth version of this measure. He described the specific regulation at issue as a Medicaid Services rule that would have required behavioral health associates to hold a master’s degree; providers testified that it would reduce the workforce and harm behavioral health services statewide. West said the committee had deferred the matter eight times before deciding to side with providers. The bill received favorable expression and was reported out. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 104, sponsored by Senator Madon, concerning Kentucky Deferred Comp for state employees. The bill would establish a codified fiduciary standard, authorize fiduciary liability insurance, add self-correcting mechanisms to keep the plan in compliance with federal law, and allow self-directed brokerage accounts. Personnel Cabinet representatives said the changes would align the plan with other public pension plans, reduce risk, and offer participants a useful investment option with strong account growth among users. SB 104 also received favorable expression and was reported to the floor. The committee then adjourned.

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• There is a statutory reference to a minimum contribution.
• or other employer, will contribute another $150.
• And so $225 is the minimum required contribution.
• and employer contributions by 8%.
• It's individual contribution in HRA. It's the individual contribution in HRA.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Thank you for your contributions, and thank you for your service.
• So thank you so much for your sacrifice and your contributions.
• The state did recognize our Lao, Cambodian, and Vietnamese sacrifices and veterans' contributions and
• This initiative has regional significance, contributing to the health of Lake Superior's watershed.
• Restoration and species recovery while directly contributing to long-term population success.

Bills: HF2411, HF2471, HF1440, HF1393, HF1631, HF1259, HF280, HF1281, HF1459

Keywords: cultural heritage, funding, White Earth Nation, tribal community, construction, Delano, sesquicentennial, community events, fall of Saigon, Saigon anniversary, Vietnam War commemoration, Vietnamese Minnesotans, Cambodian Minnesotans, Lao Minnesotans, Southeast Asian refugees, Asian American heritage, cultural heritage fund, Minnesota Humanities Center, Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans, equity funding

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• And members of this committee, the big thinkers of it, Minnesota contributes, according to what my research
• And members of this committee, the big thinkers of it, Minnesota contributes, according to what my research
• And members of this committee, the big thinkers of it, Minnesota contributes, according to what my research
• And members of this committee, the big thinkers of it, Minnesota contributes, according to what my research
• To be punitive, even though this state is already contributing way more to the federal government than

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Californians whose courage, culture, and contributions have shaped the story of this state, not as guests
• We celebrate their cultural strength, their civic leadership, and their enduring contributions to the
• The contributions of Asian Americans, specifically from the LGBTQ+ community, have profoundly shaped
• The contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander American community are invaluable to our state.
• Spencer, whose contributions will forever be etched in history.

Summary: The Assembly met in session, established a quorum, and opened with an Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ceremony. Members adopted House Resolution 35 recognizing May as AAPI Heritage Month, with extensive floor remarks from caucus leaders and members highlighting AAPI history, contributions, and solidarity with other communities. The chamber then honored 14 AAPI honorees from across the state, including public servants, advocates, artists, health professionals, and community leaders, before moving to the regular file. On the floor, the Assembly passed a series of bills on social media harms to minors, labor privilege, foster care family-finding, low-impact camping areas, student body association governance, drink-spiking prevention at music festivals, behavioral health access, greenhouse gas recapture, physical therapy access, housing enforcement, insurance licensing, density bonus clarification, water district proxy voting, park district updates, secured transactions, and property tax relief during emergencies. Most measures passed with broad or unanimous support; notable votes included AB 2 on social media platform accountability passing 59-0, AB 1109 on union communications privilege passing 45-4, AB 409 on student body association open meetings passing 55-6, AB 518 on low-impact camping passing 55-0, AB 668 on drink-spiking protections passing 72-0, AB 348 on behavioral health access passing 69-0, AB 663 on HFC recapture passing 71-0, AB 574 on physical therapy access passing 68-0, AB 712 on housing enforcement passing 57-1, AB 943 on insurance pre-licensing reform passing 63-0, AB 87 on density bonus law clarification passing 63-0, AB 523 on Metropolitan Water District proxy voting passing 62-1, AB 769 on park district code cleanup passing 68-0, AB 771 on secured transactions passing 69-0, and AB 1416 on property tax installment deferrals passing 66-0. The Assembly also took up AB 446, the Surveillance Pricing Protection Act, which would prohibit businesses from using personal data to charge different prices for the same product or service. Supporters described the practice as predatory and discriminatory, while noting ongoing concerns about preserving legitimate discounts and loyalty programs. The bill was presented as a consumer protection measure aimed at preventing hidden price discrimination and reducing cost-of-living pressures. The transcript ends amid repeated and partially duplicated readings of AB 446, without a final vote shown for that item.

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• Month serves as a time to acknowledge and celebrate the rich traditions, languages, and enduring contributions
• of Minnesota and encourages all Minnesotans to honor and celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions
• 13.360> enduring traditions, languages, and enduring traditions, languages, and enduring contributions
• of the Dakota and Anisha contributions of the Dakota and Anisha Ojiway<00:11:17.040> peoples<
• <00:12:15.680> of histories, cultures and contributions of histories, cultures and contributions

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Senator Miles: ...and its members' efforts have made an important contribution to the goals of equality
• And now I would like to ask all members to join together as we recognize the historic contributions of
• Senator Perry: ...contributed to the vitality and prosperity of the Lone Star State.
• Senator Perry: ...for her exemplary service and contributions to the engineering field.
• The Chair lays out the following resolution regarding the integral contributions made by the people of

Bills: SJR36, SB2, SR9, SR10, SR16

Keywords: American Public Works Association, public works, infrastructure, Texas, recognition day, local government, municipalities, APWA, Texas Chapter, community development, engineering, professional recognition, community impact, Texas Society of Professional Engineers, Lubbock leadership, recognition, professional achievement, Alpha Kappa Alpha, sorority, social service

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• <00:20:19.679> to subsidies or siphons, contributions to subsidies or siphons, contributions
• prior employer contribution there's no prior employer contribution to<00:45:49.760> compare<00
• <00:46:02.240> must credit, the employer's contribution must credit, the employer's contribution
• <00:47:35.599> $700 employer still has to contribute $700 employer still has to contribute
• the contributions. the contributions.

Keywords: MS Senate Floor - 25 February, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer by Reverend Max Smith of Jesus Name Tabernacle in Florence, and then led the Pledge of Allegiance. The chamber quickly dispensed with the reading of the journal and committee reports, and then spent much of the morning recognizing guests, including multiple FFA groups, the Mississippi FFA state officer team, the Mississippi Food Bank Collaborative, optometrists visiting for Optometry Day, and representatives from engineering and fire service organizations. On the calendar, the Senate took up several finance-related bills. Senate Bill 2824, extending deadlines related to renewable energy fee-in-lieu agreements and construction start dates, was explained and adopted, then passed by use of the morning roll call with three no votes and one present. Senate Bill 2867, revising the income tax credit for employer-provided dependent child care or child care stipends, was explained as a targeted, capped credit for actual employer spending on licensed child care; it was adopted and passed by morning roll call. Senate Bill 3109, clarifying that a nonprofit leasing and managing LaFleur’s Bluff State Park land is not subject to ad valorem taxes on state-owned park land, was adopted and passed by morning roll call with one no vote. The Senate also considered Senate Bill 2840, which would provide a 75% rebate or sales tax credit related to inventory taxes and eliminate local privilege taxes. After extended discussion, the committee substitute was adopted, a reverse repealer amendment was added, and the bill passed by morning roll call with one no vote. Senators discussed the burden of inventory taxes on retailers and the need for more data before fully implementing the proposal. Finally, Senate Bill 2868, creating a tax credit tied to employer contributions for individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements (ICHRAs), was introduced and explained as a way to encourage employer-supported health coverage for small and midsize businesses; the transcript cuts off during the explanation before final action on that bill.

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• We look to see if the Minnesota all-payer claims database has data to offer to help contribute to the
• We create and produce aggregated data that contributes to the actuarial analysis.
• <00:39:48.160> to don't have information to contribute to don't have information to contribute
• Are ERISA plans required to contribute data to the all-payer claims database?

Keywords: 1183, house

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• A big portion of those contributions are used to amortize the unfunded liability, and we've provided
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• longer but they also make contributions longer but they also make contributions for<00:07:30.400

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint hearing covered Senate Bills 470, 828, 730, and 1383. SB 470 would create a deferred retirement option program for police officers. The Employees Retirement System warned it could worsen the system’s $14.1 billion unfunded liability by stopping employer and employee contributions during the DROP period, and the Attorney General raised possible tax-qualified status, Internal Revenue Code, and age-discrimination concerns. Police and other supporters testified in favor, but the committees ultimately recommended deferring the bill indefinitely. SB 828 would expand workers’ compensation medical benefits for firefighters to cover an additional respiratory condition. The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations and the Hawaii Firefighters Association supported the measure, citing occupational exposure and health risks. The committees recommended passage with amendments, and the motion was adopted by both committees. SB 730, which concerns allowance on service retirements, drew support from the Department of Human Resources Development and the Department of Law Enforcement, but also comments from the Attorney General and ERS. DHRD said the bill could help recruitment and retention but requested more time to work on language with ERS, Budget and Finance, and the AG’s office. The committees postponed decision-making until Friday, February 7, at 3:15 p.m. in Conference Room 225. SB 1383, relating to fire protection, received broad support from the Governor’s office, Department of Defense, DLNR, Hawaiian Electric, and others. The committees agreed to pass it with amendments, including language suggested by the Hawaii Insurance Council on wildfire-related insurance issues and a committee report link to the Lina fire forward-looking report, phase three. The amended recommendation was adopted by both committees. Later in the meeting, the committees also heard SB 1360 and SB 1361 on ERS administrative and reporting matters, SB 340 on HLRB enforcement authority, and SB 997 on energy; SB 1360 and SB 1361 were presented as housekeeping measures, SB 340 drew disagreement between the Attorney General and HLRB over enforcement authority, and SB 997 was amended to incorporate prevailing-wage renewable energy rate language from SB 743 and then passed with amendments.

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• to the history and life of contributions to the history and life of Minnesota,<00:16:04.880> and<
• So, in recognizing the Irish contribution, I thank you all. It's a late St.
• Patrick's Day, the day after, but it's never too late to celebrate the Irish and their contributions
• , recognizing the Irish contribution, recognizing the Irish contribution, I<00:20:57.800> thank
• <00:21:04.520> here<00:21:04.880> in<00:21:05.040> the and their contributions

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Civic engagement is an invaluable contribution to our democracy, and SB 316 will increase participation
• Lengthy ballots contribute to voter— fatigue and make the electoral process more daunting, especially
• The official has to report any contributions that exceed $5,000.
• Because a contribution is considered a behest, even if it's made at a simple suggestion of an elected
• And this is true even if the elected official doesn't know if a contribution was made.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• And contribute roughly 28% of California's total agricultural production.
• Farmers here raise more than 300 different crops, contributing more.
• This day is dedicated to honoring the incredible contributions of our agricultural community.
• Many Americans have noted the Irish contribution.
• They found ways to contribute in powerful ways.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• to this project. contribute.
• District's local match rate that the district had contributed to the design.
• What can you contribute?
• That districts can contribute locally even though they are requesting a waiver, the better.
• Your inability to contribute to do that just from a fairness perspective.

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• Farmers here raise more than 300 different crops, contributing more than $8 billion to the California
• This day is dedicated to honoring the incredible contributions of our agricultural community.
• Beautiful words, my friend, and I think really epitomize the contributions that Irish Americans have
• They found ways to contribute in powerful ways, our state...
• They found ways to contribute in powerful ways.

Summary: The Assembly convened after a quorum call and prayer, then handled several procedural matters before moving to the daily file. Members approved a motion to withdraw Assembly Bills 100 through 219 to the second reading file by a roll call vote of 42-15, and unanimously approved re-referrals of AB 440 and AB 1265 to different committees. The chamber also welcomed international visitors, student and community guests, and later heard a series of guest introductions tied to agriculture, immigration, and Irish heritage. The main floor action centered on two resolutions. H.R. 19, recognizing California Agriculture Day, drew strong support from members representing agricultural districts, who highlighted the state’s farm production, exports, and the role of farmworkers and ranchers; the resolution was adopted by voice vote after 65 co-authors were added. ACR 51, honoring Irish American Heritage Month, was also adopted by voice vote after 66 co-authors were added, with members speaking about Irish immigration, labor history, California-Ireland ties, and St. Patrick’s Day. The Assembly also held multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes for the Honorable Leon Lawson Williams, a pioneering Black civic leader in San Diego who served on the City Council and County Board of Supervisors and helped expand public transit and advance civil rights. Members from San Diego and others described his barriers-breaking career and lasting influence on local government and community leadership. The House then received announcements about upcoming committee hearings and adjourned until Thursday, March 20, at 9 a.m.

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• This month is an opportunity to reflect on the often overlooked contributions of women throughout history
• This month, we celebrate women for the remarkable accomplishments they have contributed to our state,
• Let us honor the incredible contributions that women, and in particular women of color, have made and
• As honorees, each of you have made unique contributions to the lives of your fellow Californians, not
• Gahee Ha made significant contributions to her community.

Keywords: 988, house, all