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• Because some counties operate differently. So, Madam Whip and members.
• no new data center can qualify for the data center equipment TPP exemption during this period.
• And then number five, 35—I'm sorry—is a data center thing.
• And then number five, 35—I'm sorry—is a data center thing.
• So any city can build a data center. They can do all that.

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• Obviously, I think you guys are the chair of Region 15? Yes, sir.
• floods, including Region VIII, Region IX, Region X, Region XI, and Region XII.
• The process for regional flood planning is very similar to the bottom-up regional water planning process
• During the first cycle of regional flood planning. Slide nine.
• Slide 10 shows the membership of regional flood planning groups.

Keywords: 997, house, all

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• Alliance owns and operates 374 flexible.
• There are across our 30count region.
• </c> kind of talk about that regional kind of talk about that regional balance.<00:14:57.839><c> Um,<
• We worked with the University of Minnesota Center for Urban and Regional Affairs on two research projects
• </c> renters as profit centers, nothing more. renters as profit centers, nothing more.

Bills: HF3806, HF2687, HF497

Keywords: housing, infrastructure bonds, funding, appropriation, Minnesota Statutes, HF2687, single-family homes, corporate landlords, corporate ownership, real estate investment trust, REIT, landlord registry, landlord database, tenant transparency, housing affordability, homeownership, deed tax, transfer tax, property tax, affordable housing

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• Get that visitor center going up.
• We need to include cultural events, a genealogy center, and an early childhood education center.
• It'll be a drop-in center, so if anyone needs to use Wi-Fi, they'd be able to come to our center and
• You know, it's just not a center. delivered in a way where you just kind of look at the straight center
• Federally Qualified Health Center.

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• Senator Susan Pha, representing Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, and Senate District 38.
• and oio Senate District 38 I'm Center and oio Senate District 38 I'm excited<00:08:20.440><c> to</c>
• Pipeline safety is funded through the special revenue fund on fees collected from pipeline operators.
• First: operating pressures.
• operating operating pressures<00:48:03.359><c> and</c><00:48:03.640><c> so</c><00:48:04.079><c> we're

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• They need to have an operating suite in order to do that.
• That's the most expensive piece of operating a hospital.
• And then other interest and other non-operating expenses.
• A critical metric is average days operating cash on hand.
• Same thing, Loveless Medical Center, Arden.

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• I am the Chief Operating Officer at Carter Blood Care.
• I am here— here representing Blood Centers of Texas, which is an affiliation of— blood centers representing
• Obviously, folks rely on you and your fellow blood centers.
• I think you said it most or at the majority of centers.
• It doesn't add any expansion to the operation.

Bills: SB 53, SB53, SB125, SB315, SB379, SB457, SB541, SB599, SB896, SB921, SB963, SB1038, SB1084, SB1330, SB1461

Keywords: voter registration, election procedures, provisional ballot, change of address, residence requirements, mental health, court proceedings, notice requirements, legal filings, electronic documents, autologous blood donation, direct blood donation, blood bank, hospital, Health and Safety Code, physician order, preoperative blood donation, patient blood reserve, transfusion, surgery

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• And there are some childcare centers that are saying that if we don't get that federal subsidy, if the
• I think it's close to about 7% of their total operating revenue.
• I have a hard time believing that every childcare center in the state is going to shut down because of
• I do have a Question: The school security funding ran out coming up this coming year.
• Does this budget have school security funding in it, and if so, can you explain that? Yes, sir.

Bills: SB1177, SB1177

Keywords: education funding, mental health services, public safety, housing, state budget, 914, all

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• Kyle Griffith, on behalf of Californians for Water Security, in strong support. Thank you.
• I do not represent any of the Delta region, but I'm already a co-author on your bill.
• But we all operate on predominantly the same land in California.
• But we all operate on predominantly the same land in California.
• A lot of this innovation is going to be centered around the pre-fire.

Summary: The committee heard SB 872, which would direct $300 million annually for 20 years to repair Central Valley subsidence damage and Delta levees to protect State Water Project deliveries. The author and supporters said the bill is needed to safeguard water for 27 million Californians, prevent threats to life and billions in infrastructure, and address long-standing levee and canal vulnerabilities. Testimony in support came from Restore the Delta, the Central Coast Water Authority, and a broad coalition of water agencies, environmental groups, local governments, and business interests; one organization, the California Chamber of Commerce, supported if amended to include federal conveyance infrastructure. No opposition witnesses appeared. Members from both parties praised the bipartisan coalition and discussed funding, beneficiary-pays concerns, and the need to prioritize water infrastructure. The committee voted 5-0 to pass SB 872 as amended to Appropriations, with the bill placed on call. The committee then heard SB 1305, a study bill on the feasibility of reintroducing the California grizzly bear. The author and tribal co-sponsors framed the measure as a science-based, consultation-driven roadmap that would not authorize reintroduction but would evaluate habitat, impacts, and implementation. Supporters, including tribal representatives, conservation groups, and animal welfare organizations, emphasized the grizzly’s cultural significance, ecological role, and the value of planning for coexistence. Opposition came from retired and current law enforcement, county officials, ranching and hunting groups, and rural representatives, who raised public safety, staffing, livestock, and wildlife-management concerns, arguing the Department of Fish and Wildlife lacks resources for another apex predator. Committee members debated whether risk, public safety, local control, and potential reintroduction areas should be addressed earlier in the process. The author agreed to consider amendments on those points and on funding and local authority. The committee voted 4-1 to pass SB 1305 as amended to Appropriations, with the bill held on call. The committee also heard SB 1079, which would create a Cal Fire Fire Innovation Unit to identify firefighter needs, test new technologies, and speed deployment of successful wildfire tools. The author said the bill would formalize a pipeline from pilot projects to statewide use and build on existing Cal Fire technology efforts. Support came from Megafire Action, Fireworks, Aurora Tech, and the Orange County Fire Authority; the California Association of Realtors supported if amended to allow nonprofits to administer grants directly to homeowners. With no opposition testimony, the bill was moved on a 2-0 vote and held on call pending additional members. The committee later took up SB 997, a district bill for the North Fork Kings Groundwater Sustainability Agency that would grant lien authority so it can enforce groundwater fees and sustainability plan requirements without relying on civil litigation. Support came from water contractors, rural counties, and county associations; members discussed whether similar authority should be extended to other GSAs. The bill was moved on a 2-0 vote to Judiciary and held on call.

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• And they're not getting paid like Homeland Security.
• And they're not getting paid, like Homeland Security.
• 10 hours during existing operating hours for those businesses.
• Further, it would require that the operator provide a Thank you.
• and operational flexibility when federal declarations are made.

Summary: The committee heard several bills, with most of the discussion focused on public safety, consumer protection, and youth harms. AB 1557 by Assemblymember Papin would clarify e-bike motor power limits and set lower speed-related standards for Class 1 and 2 e-bikes. Supporters, including the California Police Chiefs Association, cities, the California Medical Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, argued the bill would reduce severe injuries and deaths among young riders. Opponents from People for Bikes warned it could conflict with federal law, create legal uncertainty, and disrupt the bicycle market. The author and committee members acknowledged industry concerns and urged continued work on the bill. AB 1770 by Assemblymember Garcia would place large health care service plan arbitration under California Department of Justice oversight and require compliance with the California Arbitration Act. Supporters described cases where patients were forced into private arbitration with little transparency or accountability, arguing the bill would make the process fairer and more neutral. Kaiser Permanente and the Civil Justice Association of California said they were still reviewing amendments and had not settled on a final position. Committee members expressed sympathy for the personal stories shared and encouraged continued negotiations. The committee also heard AB 2075, which would require fire suppression equipment to be kept closer at hand during brush work, and AB 1864, which would require screening of gene synthesis orders to prevent misuse for bioterrorism. AB 2075 was presented as a response to a Ventura County wildfire, with support from the Ventura County District Attorney’s office and no opposition heard. AB 1864 was backed by the author, Stanford biosecurity expert Dr. Milana Trout, and Encode AI, while Biocom opposed unless amended and California Life Sciences remained neutral. Members discussed implementation details and the role of the Department of Public Health. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to AB 1709, which would set a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts on platforms with harmful features and create an e-safety advisory commission. Supporters, including youth advocates, parents, medical groups, and Common Sense Media, said addictive design features are harming children’s mental health and safety. Opponents, including EFF, the ACLU, TechNet, and other civil liberties and industry groups, argued the bill is overbroad, raises First Amendment and privacy concerns, and could limit access to important online communities. Despite those objections, the bill was moved forward after committee discussion, with members emphasizing the need to protect children while continuing to work on carveouts and implementation details.

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• We're operating in a shared environment right now. okay hi everyone Olivia Anderson I'm okay hi everyone
• in a shared to be here we're operating in a shared environment<00:05:37.400><c> right</c><00:05:37.520
• The new part is they have to provide the Social Security number on the paper form.
• Okay, so the form that they submit now includes Social Security number. That is correct. Mr.
• </c> and address and and your Social Security and address and and your Social Security number<01:02:23.200

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• </c> faculty and they're led by the centers faculty and they're led by the centers of<00:27:10.200><c
• made me feel unfazed by my operation made me feel really<00:51:06.520><c> secure</c><00:51:06.920><c
• </c> direct market and diversified operations direct market and diversified operations and<00:51:54.920
• Mental Health Grants Region 5 Mental Health Grants Region 5 development<01:18:22.159><c> commission</
• </c> attraction they serve as a regional attraction they serve as a regional Advocate<01:41:08.679><c

Bills: HF711, HF653

Keywords: agriculture, agricultural education, leadership development, Minnesota Agricultural Education and Leadership Council, MAELC, chapter 41D, grant funding, general fund appropriation, commissioner of agriculture, farm education, youth agriculture programs, ag literacy, workforce development, extension education, research funding, extension services, technology transfer, grant programs, 1183, house

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• But again, this is operated by one vendor.
• Security did.
• Officers need to be secure that they can use less lethal force or, even more importantly, be secure in
• secure transport to other counties.
• security company.

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several public safety, criminal justice, and regulatory bills. HB 4995 would create a training and certification program allowing licensed physicians and certain EMS personnel assigned to tactical units to carry firearms during high-risk deployments, with supporters saying it would let tactical medical staff protect themselves while providing immediate care; the bill was left pending. HB 2609 would repeal the failure-to-appear-or-pay/OmniBase license-hold program, with the author and advocates arguing it creates compounding debt and unnecessary barriers to driving, while judges and municipal court representatives said the program is a voluntary, cost-effective tool that improves court appearances and reduces warrants; the bill was also left pending. HB 4879 would create a grant program to help local law enforcement pay for lab testing of suspected hemp/Delta-9 THC substances, and HB 5436 would let licensed auto recyclers buy certain untitled vehicles for scrap or parts to curb illegal sales, VIN cloning, and chop shops; both measures were left pending after brief testimony in support. The committee also heard HB 1777, which would require a discrete designation on driver’s licenses and state IDs for people required to register as sex offenders. The author and supporters argued the marker would help law enforcement and businesses quickly identify potentially dangerous offenders and prevent harm, while opponents called it a stigmatizing “scarlet letter” that would increase harassment, family harm, and reintegration barriers. The bill was left pending. HB 4155 would create a two-year Family Violence Criminal Homicide Prevention Task Force in the Governor’s Office to study family violence homicides, gather stakeholders, and recommend policy changes; the author, HHSC, the Texas Council on Family Violence, and a survivor testified in support, and the bill was left pending. The committee also heard HB 4514, which would authorize DPS to use facial image verification, with consent and privacy safeguards, to help businesses confirm identities and combat fraud; supporters from the lumber and identity-verification industries said it would reduce theft and fraud, and the bill was left pending. Finally, HB 5139 would clarify that peace officers and jailers are justified in using less lethal force weapons when acting within training and official duties; law enforcement groups supported the measure as a way to encourage use of less lethal tools without fear of prosecution, and testimony was underway when the transcript ended.

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• Last February, Regions Bank shut down the account of Democrat Nashville City Councilwoman Zat Suar.
• Again, Regions gave no explanation for this closure.
• Furthermore, SB228 does not limit financial institutions from operating sound business practices; it
• The security... said, "I see what you're saying." The security was watching us and following us.
• Right now, most dental insurance companies or plans operate on a "use it or lose it" model.

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• The state is providing a different narrative, an operational model, a policy blueprint for others to
• It's region by region.
• For the Redwood region, it's jobs in tourism and health and forestry and fisheries.
• We're integrating new trainings, strengthening these regional partnerships, and building a new career
• This is one of the great economic investments in those regions of our state, and we'll make commute time

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• and state road fund dollars that you all appropriate through the operating budget.
• One important point to highlight is that we only have one Level One trauma center.
• That was money that had been secured but hadn't been allocated out in the community.
• It's harder and harder as far as we go to replace and to be able to operate.
• Meanwhile, as you'll see below in Chart 14, 33% of operating revenues.

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• And he made a comment, he said, I don't think there's a technology ecosystem here in our region.
• And thank you, Representative Tant for all you do for our region. I really appreciate it.
• It started in Alabama, and this region here did our own version.
• Do any of you either implement six hour workdays or partner with early learning centers?
• When we do hire, we always first thing, we look local right here in the A50, in this region.

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• Not surprisingly, it correlates to the savings experienced by operators.
• But you'd be better off asking an operator that.
• You know, having not been too far removed from being an operator, it was never... ...starting operators
• It's typically a little bit different depending upon the operating costs.
• And certainly operators take a look at that.

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• </c> partnership with the local regional partnership with the local regional systems,<00:13:13.040><c
• </c><00:35:41.280><c> in</c> center like they are a profit center in center like they are a profit center
• We are home to two Level 1 trauma centers, the only burn unit and hyperbaric chamber in the region, Children's
• We are home to two Level 1 trauma centers, the only burn unit and hyperbaric chamber in the region, Children's
• We are home to two Level 1 trauma centers, the only burn unit and hyperbaric chamber in the region, Children's

Bills: HF3698, HF4243, HF4239, HF4241, HF4242, HF4240

Keywords: libraries, electronic books, digital audiobooks, licensing agreements, public access, campaign finance, elections, political contributions, disclosure, reporting thresholds, economic interest statements, financial disclosure, ethics, public officials, local officials, metropolitan governmental unit, metropolitan area, candidate filings, principal campaign committee, political committee

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• And despite the regional variances, one trend cuts across every region of California, where Californians
• 4 and Region 6.
• and Region 6.
• 4 and Region 6.
• Center during disasters.

Summary: The committee heard SB 1393, an omnibus update to the Fish and Game Code covering steelhead trout and Dungeness crab management. The author and supporters said the bill would strengthen the steelhead trout report card program, extend and refine Dungeness crab management, and clarify vessel transit rules in closed crab fishing areas. The Nature Conservancy, Trout Unlimited, and other supporters said the measure implements long-standing task force recommendations and supports both conservation and coastal fishing communities. There was no opposition, and the bill was moved forward on a 4-0 vote to Appropriations. The committee also heard SB 1250, which would require Caltrans to incorporate wildlife connectivity into transportation planning and asset management, set performance targets, and coordinate with wildlife agencies. Supporters from conservation, animal welfare, land trust, and local government groups said the bill would reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions, improve public safety, and better integrate crossings, culverts, and fencing into routine highway projects. The California Building Industry Association moved to a neutral position after amendments clarified the bill would apply to transportation right-of-way planning and not create exactions on private property. Members discussed the bill’s relationship to Caltrans planning authority and existing funding, and it was passed to Appropriations on a 4-0 vote. Senator Gonzalez’s SB 1268, which would codify the state’s Outdoors for All initiative, also received broad support from environmental justice, conservation, parks, and recreation groups. Testimony emphasized inequitable access to parks and nature, especially for low-income communities and communities of color, and said the bill would make the initiative more durable by placing it in statute. The chair and members spoke in favor of expanding outdoor access, and the bill was approved on a 3-0 vote with some members not yet voting. The committee then heard three Western Joshua tree bills from Senator Ochoa Bogh. SB 1061 would streamline relocation of limited numbers of trees without fees in certain cases; SB 1062 would require proportionate or tiered mitigation fees for public utilities and agencies; and SB 1063 would create an expedited, fee-free permitting path for basic residential utility and wildfire-hardening projects. Supporters, including local water agencies, counties, and farm and business groups, said the current law imposes heavy costs on desert residents and ratepayers. Opponents, including wildlife and conservation organizations, argued the bills would weaken protections for a species they said is threatened by climate change and habitat loss, and noted that existing administrative processes are already addressing fees and permitting. After amendments, opposition was withdrawn on SB 1061 and SB 1062, and both bills advanced on 3-0 votes to Appropriations; SB 1063 remained under discussion in the portion provided.