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• caseloads, state funding for SNAP administrative costs, investments in school facilities, funding for
• They come off of SNAP. But it was cut.
• Without those foundations, people need safety nets like SNAP and TANF, and now Republicans have slashed
• American Progress noted that the cuts to Medicaid, CHIP, that's children's health insurance, and SNAP
• Without those foundations, people end up needing safety nets like SNAP and TANF, and Republicans have

Keywords: 1182, all

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• caseloads, state funding for SNAP administrative costs, investments in school facilities, funding for
• emergency response, support for rural hospitals, more eligibility verification for the Medicaid and SNAP
• They come off of SNAP. But it was cut. They come off of SNAP. But it was cut.
• Without those foundations, people need safety nets like SNAP and TANF, and now Republicans have slashed
• Without those foundations, people end up needing safety nets like SNAP and TANF, and Republicans have

Summary: The meeting began with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, attendance, and a guest introduction for Deputy Frank Sloop. The Senate then moved through multiple Committee of the Whole calendars, with most measures receiving do-pass recommendations after brief explanations and, in several cases, floor amendments. Topics included public records, capital outlay review, local government, taxation, state budget implementation, higher education appropriations, utility regulation, towing regulation, homeowners association disclosures, nursing board regulation, veteran services, criminal justice, human services, K-12 education, state property management, and the continuation of the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Several bills were amended on the floor before receiving favorable recommendations. House Bill 2114 on motorcycle-related provisions was amended to require that at least one registered owner be legally licensed to operate a motorcycle in Arizona. House Bill 2397 on HOA/condominium disclosures was amended to change disclosure timing and fee rules and make other conforming changes. House Bill 2408 on nursing board regulatory action was amended to remove a clear-and-convincing-evidence burden in disciplinary matters and clarify complaint-sharing procedures. House Bill 2957 on driver’s license/handheld provisions, House Bill 2305 on towing regulation, and House Bill 2321 on DCS-related reporting also received amendments before do-pass recommendations. The largest item was Senate Bill 1847, the 2026-2027 General Appropriations Act. Senators offered extensive floor amendments affecting agriculture, corrections, criminal justice, school safety, law enforcement equipment, vehicle theft task force funding, liquor licensing, and other budget items. During third reading and debate on the budget, Democratic senators praised negotiated gains such as funding for aging services, food assistance, civil legal aid, school meals, heat relief, and a three-year moratorium on new data center tax incentives, while criticizing border-related funding, ESA/voucher policy, and cuts to higher education and adult education. One member’s remarks were ruled dilatory after repeated off-topic comments, and the ruling of the chair was sustained by a 16-12 vote. The transcript ends with additional budget-related explanation of votes continuing after the budget’s third reading.

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• than the bills we've passed to say if you're committing Medicaid fraud, you shouldn't be able to get SNAP
• than the bills we've passed to say if you're committing Medicaid fraud, you shouldn't be able to get SNAP
• than the bills we've passed to say if you're committing Medicaid fraud, you shouldn't be able to get SNAP
• <00:41:42.560> Or<00:41:42.640> if be able to get SNAP uh dollars.
• Or if be able to get SNAP uh dollars.

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• participate in what's called a national initiative called Museums for All, where families receiving SNAP
• participate in what's called a national initiative called Museums for All, where families receiving SNAP
• participate in what's called a national initiative called Museums for All, where families receiving SNAP
• All where families receiving SNAP benefits can come for free.
• program that you folks mentioned for families who qualify for SNAP benefits.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Committee on Culture and the Arts held an informational briefing with representatives from ʻIolani Palace and Bishop Museum to discuss how the Legislature can better support state-funded cultural institutions during the interim and into the next session. Chair Capella said the goal was to understand current needs, preserve Hawaiian culture and history, and expand educational access. No votes or formal actions were taken during the briefing. ʻIolani Palace’s representative described the Friends of ʻIolani Palace’s role as the nonprofit supporting repair, restoration, maintenance, and public education for the state monument. She said state operational funding and ARPA funds were critical to keeping the palace open, maintaining HVAC and other systems, and funding repairs that would otherwise fall to DLNR. She highlighted ongoing and planned projects including a fire suppression system, HVAC improvements, basement exhibit work, plumbing repairs, elevator replacement, etched glass restoration, and school-tour access. She also noted that a prior $150,000 CIP for windows and doors had not yet been released, and said the organization is exploring ways to bring more neighbor island students to the palace through transportation support, airline partnerships, and digital outreach. Bishop Museum’s representatives outlined the museum’s history, its role as the state museum of natural and cultural history, and its extensive collections in archives, archaeology, botany, entomology, zoology, and cryopreservation. They emphasized the museum’s work in preservation, research, environmental stewardship, and public education, including free access through Museums for All, daily programming, and cultural festivals and community events. They said state funding has been essential for staffing, IT security, fire suppression, and infrastructure needs, and that digitization of the museum’s 25 million objects is a major ongoing initiative to preserve and share Hawaiʻi’s history and knowledge.

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• My question is: when you're looking at something like this statewide, specifically in the SNAP space,
• My question is: when you're looking at something like this statewide, specifically in the SNAP space,
• <00:46:48.960> space um specifically in in the SNAP space um specifically in in the SNAP space
• Again, these are employer-driven programs, a little bit different from a more general kind of SNAP or
• <00:48:05.920> uh<00:48:06.560> or from a more general kind of a SNAP uh or from a

Keywords: 958, all

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• <00:14:05.920> um changes in the bill related to SNAP um changes in the bill related to SNAP
• as which may include like SNAP and TANF as well<00:48:11.760> as<00:48:11.920> Medicaid.
• During that time, we received SNAP During that time, we received SNAP benefits<01:38:00.560>
• So we continued to benefit from Medicaid and SNAP.
• So we continued to benefit from Medicaid and SNAP.

Keywords: 00:00:22 - Call to Order and Roll Call 00:03:00 – Approval of June 25, 2025 Minutes 00:03:22 - Update on Federal Changes to the Medicaid Program 01:03:44 - State Directed Payments, Provider Taxes, and the Rural Health Transformation Fund: How Medicaid Changes Could Impact Kentucky Hospitals 01:29:42 – Public Comments 01:45:25 – Announcements 01:46:19 - Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The Medicaid Oversight and Advisory Board met on July 30, 2025, approved the June 25 minutes, and received a presentation from Katherine Castanza of the National Conference of State Legislatures on Medicaid provisions in H.R. 1. The presentation outlined more than 20 Medicaid-related provisions, emphasizing that the largest federal savings come from work/community engagement requirements, changes to provider taxes, limits on state-directed payments, more frequent eligibility redeterminations for expansion populations, and related eligibility/enrollment changes. She said the fiscal effects are backloaded, with most reductions occurring in the later years of the 10-year window, and noted potential significant impacts on hospital payments and state financing. She also described new funding opportunities, including a $50 billion rural health transformation fund and a new home and community-based services waiver with associated grants. A substantial portion of the discussion focused on Kentucky’s pending community engagement 1115 waiver and how it would interact with the new federal requirements. Board members asked whether the waiver had been approved, what the cabinet’s contingency plan would be if CMS does not approve it, and what the timeline is for compliance. Cabinet representatives said the waiver has not yet been approved by CMS, remains under public comment, and that the state will wait for CMS guidance before moving forward; if needed, the state would amend the waiver or submit a new one. They said the work requirement must be in place by January 1, 2027, with a possible extension to 2028. Castanza also explained that expansion adults with incomes between 100% and 138% of the federal poverty level would face new cost-sharing requirements beginning October 1, 2028, and that eligibility redeterminations would move from annual to every six months starting January 1, 2027. She then walked through provider tax changes, including a moratorium on new provider taxes beginning October 1, 2026, and a phased reduction in the hold-harmless threshold for existing taxes beginning January 1, 2028, with exemptions for nursing facilities and ICF/IID providers. Board members questioned the timing and likely impact on Kentucky, and Castanza responded that the effect would depend on each tax’s current rate and would phase in over time.

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• We cannot change reality with a snap of a finger.
• /c><00:03:17.519> reality<00:03:18.000> with<00:03:18.239> a<00:03:18.480> snap
• <00:03:18.720> of<00:03:18.879> a cannot change reality with a snap of a cannot change
• reality with a snap of a finger.<00:03:20.000> And<00:03:20.159> often,<00:03:20.640><

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Monday, February 2, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Senate was called to order on February 2, 2026, with a quorum present. The session opened with an invocation by Rabbi Andrew Bush of Baltimore Hebrew Congregation, who reflected on Tu Bishvat, the 200th anniversary of Maryland’s 1826 legislation granting Jews the right to hold office, and broader lessons about language, imperfect solutions, persistence, and acting for others. His prayer was journalized without objection. The chamber also heard brief remarks recognizing his interfaith work and the significance of Tu Bishvat as an ecological holiday. The Senate then honored Maryland History Day participants and awardees. Students from several schools were introduced and congratulated as finalists in the 2025 National History Day competition, and the chamber adopted a resolution recognizing them. The Senate also recognized Lindsay Matthews of Eastern Middle School as the 2025 Maryland History Day Middle School Teacher of the Year and Sam Mowski of Loyola Blakefield as the 2025 National History Day High School Teacher of the Year, with resolutions adopted for both. Additional introductions included the doctor of the day, several Senate pages, and a personal recognition of Jasmine Miller, a Baltimore Polytechnic student and the niece of a senator. On the legislative calendar, the clerk read Senate Bill 444, Senator Kramer’s bill on certificate of need for intermediate healthcare facilities finance, and a bond initiative for Charles Mount Elementary School sponsored by Senator Sing. These items were ordered to the appropriate committees/subcommittee. No committee reports or substantive floor votes were taken beyond the ceremonial resolutions. The Senate also announced upcoming caucus meetings, reminded members to pay protocol dues, confirmed a quorum of 40 members, and adjourned until Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

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• Other OIG peace officers investigate SNAP fraud at retailers and collaborate with other law enforcement
• We also can investigate retailers or others that are dealing with SNAP benefits.
• Six of these are full-time, dedicated towards SNAP fraud, specifically the EBT team.
• Our SNAP benefits team investigates typically vendors that are sometimes exchanging. ...lower cash value

Bills: HB1531, HB2667, HB2809, HB2865, HB3589, HB3151, HB3748, HB3750, HB4419, HB4643, HB3597, HB4129, HB4130, HB4131

Keywords: workplace violence prevention, health and safety code, Chapter 331, facility definition, home and community support services agency, home health agency, home health care, nursing staff, registered nurses, health care workplace safety, hospital, nursing facility, ambulatory surgical center, freestanding emergency medical care facility, mental hospital, Texas health care regulation, provider compliance, occupational safety, senior living, referral agencies

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• In my case, I work with the vegetables: watermelons, carrots, peppers, snap bean, sweet corn, for instance
• I have similar stories for carrots, potatoes, snap beans, and even cover crops, but I just hope that
• I have similar stories for carrots, potatoes, snap beans, and even cover. you today to talk about other
• I have similar stories for carrots, potatoes, snap beans, and even cover crops, but I just hope that

Summary: The Senate Committee on Agriculture met with a quorum present and heard three presentations focused on Florida aquaculture, agricultural nutrient reduction, and land preservation. First, clam farmer Tim Solano of Cedar Key described the economic and environmental importance of the state’s clam industry, noting Florida’s strong national production, the industry’s recovery role after the net ban, and the severe damage caused by recent hurricanes and red tide. He said the Dislocated Workers program helped farmers return to work and asked that existing state programs be written more broadly to include aquaculture. Oyster producer Canaan Greg of Pelican Oyster Company then discussed the growth of off-bottom oyster farming, the losses his industry suffered from Hurricane Michael and the pandemic, and the need for better access to recovery loans, student internships, local seed production, and waterfront protection. Members asked questions about leases, production, predators, and storm resilience, and the presenters emphasized that aquaculture is a sustainable, year-round industry that filters water and supports local economies. The committee next heard from UF/IFAS regional extension agent Dr. Bob Hockmouth on education, research, and extension efforts to reduce nitrogen in the Suwannee Valley Basin Management Action Plan area. He explained that the region’s agricultural load reduction target has increased from about 4.2 million to 5.8 million pounds of nitrogen, and that extension programs are helping farmers adopt practices such as precision fertilizer placement, soil moisture sensors, controlled-release fertilizer, petiole sap testing, and irrigation automation. He highlighted corn and watermelon as major examples, saying on-farm demonstrations and cost-share programs are essential because the equipment and technology are expensive. He reported substantial reductions from participating farms and said growers are generally cooperative when funding is available. Finally, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services presented an update on the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. The program acquires development rights through voluntary conservation easements to keep working agricultural lands in production, protect water resources and wildlife habitat, and preserve taxable land without transferring ownership. The presenter said the program has expanded rapidly in the last two years, with more acreage acquired, faster application review, and more properties in the Florida wildlife corridor. He noted new online application and monitoring tools, a shortened review timeline, and stronger partnerships with federal and defense-related programs. Committee members asked about long-term maintenance responsibilities and the Board of Trustees approval process, and the presentation closed with support for continued funding and efficiency improvements before the committee adjourned without objection.

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• There's no mention of cutting Medicaid or even the word Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, or Social Security
• or Social Security in this Medicare snap or Social Security in this document<00:11:27.760> that
• It's an attack on SNAP food benefits, leaving millions struggling to put food on the table.
• It's an attack on SNAP food benefits, leaving millions struggling to put food on the table.
• It's an attack on SNAP food benefits, leaving millions struggling to put food on the table.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• health care authority that is repurposed, put into the operating reserve and is eligible to go out to SNAP
• In fact, we'll have a presentation next week at our LFC meeting related to what's called the SNAP error

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• Federal funding of the SNAP program, for example, and of school lunch programs could be a start.
• We shouldn't be spending 10% of the SNAP program on sugary drinks. on sugary drinks.
• You said something about SNAP lunch.
• The SNAP program—everything you've said about the SNAP program, I agree with.
• people uncomfortable in the food manufacturing segment to produce healthy foods that we can put in the SNAP

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• so they can sell directly to their SNAP participants in their communities.
• <00:30:06.640> authorized farmers markets to be SNAP authorized farmers markets to be SNAP
• directly to their SNAP uh participants directly to their SNAP uh participants in<00:30:20.320>
• You all are aware of the SNAP cuts. You all are aware that there are long lines.
• Um you all are aware of the SNAP it.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And again, SNAP has work requirements, yet we see 40 million people around the nation on SNAP.
• SNAP has had work requirements, still SNAP has had work requirements, still does,<02:59:40.880> did
• on SNAP. on SNAP.
• And again, SNAP has work requirements.
• <03:00:32.560> So people around the nation on SNAP. So people around the nation on SNAP.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: Senate File 4612, a state government bill affecting the Department of Health, Human Services, and Children, Youth, and Families, was taken up with a House language amendment adopted at the outset. The bill’s authors gave sharply different perspectives: one described it as a limited, reactive measure tied to federal Medicaid changes and said it fell short of needed health care improvements, while the other argued it would avoid large federal penalties, add Medicaid work requirements, save taxpayer money, and help certain rural and disability-related services. Members then debated several amendments. A technical House research amendment was offered, followed by a contested amendment on the all-payer claims database. Supporters of that change argued the bill expanded data access and could allow sensitive health data to be sold or used outside the United States, raising privacy and jurisdiction concerns; opponents said the data would remain deidentified, access would be limited to researchers, and the fee structure was a cost-recovery mechanism rather than a sale. The amendment to the amendment failed on a 67-67 tie, and the underlying amendment was not adopted. The committee also adopted an amendment updating mortuary science rules for natural organic reduction and another that would automatically enroll certain people into medical assistance if they did not choose a program themselves. A later amendment creating a therapeutic psilocybin pilot program for mental health and PTSD treatment drew strong bipartisan support, especially from members citing veteran suicide, trauma, and promising research; it was adopted after discussion. The transcript ended while discussion continued on how the program would be administered, including questions about using the Office of Cannabis Management rather than the Department of Health.

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• the SNAP program?
• We have a lot of SNAP-related money in the budget. The totals almost...
• the SNAP program?
• We have a lot of SNAP-related money in the budget. The totals almost Senator Trumbull.
• We have a lot of SNAP-related money in the budget. The total is almost $80 million, $79.5 million.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• For example, the federal minimum wage of $12 to $15 was estimated to cut SNAP enrollment by approximately
• New Hampshire has fewer stores that accept SNAP and a lower SNAP enrollment rate at 60%, as opposed to
• within that $12 threshold, the annual salary an individual would make would not price them out of SNAP
• Representative Warren said that the presentation refers a lot to SNAP benefits and that TANF benefits
• And they could go for hours and hours on multiple days or be done in a snap of a finger, just depending

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• We already have a pilot project with DHS at two different facilities dealing with SNAP benefits before
• We already have a pilot project with DHS at two different facilities dealing with SNAP benefits before
• We already have a pilot project with DHS at two different facilities dealing with SNAP benefits before
• We already have a pilot project with DHS at two different facilities dealing with SNAP benefits before
• <00:15:47.880> benefits facilities dealing with SNAP benefits facilities dealing with SNAP

Bills: HB389, HB1166, HB1510, HB1541, HB1605, HB1661, HB1663, HB1678, HB1769, HB1785, HB1801, HB1802, HB1815, HB1824, HB1838, HB1840, HB1853, HB1860, HB1891, HB1952, HB1960, HB1969, HB1970, HB1972, HB1976, HB2050, HB2094, HB2104, HB2158, HB2165, HB2171, HB2208, HB2246, HB2271, HB2300, HB2310, HB2315, HB2319, HB2338, HB2339, HB2343, HB2443, HB2498, HB2551, HB2599, HB2606, SB17, SB83, SB99, SB148, SB411, SB709, SB847, SB874, SB888, SB1032, SB1166, SB2001, SB2014, SB2031, SB2041, SB2050, SB2057, SB2061, SB2074, SB2075, SB2089, SB2095, SB2101, SB2102, SB2108, SB2109, SB2110, SB2125, SB2135, SB2138, SB2140, SB2146, SB2151, SB2152, SB2175, SB2203, SB2239, SB2246, SB2247, SB2253, SB2261, SB2268, SB2271, SB2272, SB2320, SB2340, SB2347, SB2353, SB2363, SB2367, SB2372, SB2376, SB2386

Keywords: HB389, uncrewed aircraft, drone, drones, UAS, unmanned aerial vehicle, misuse of uncrewed aircraft, criminal offense, felony enhancement, drone crime, public safety, police, deputy sheriff, fire department, intoxicated operation, registration number tampering, property damage, bodily injury, Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package, Hawaii Revised Statutes

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• House Bill 2940 will kick people off of SNAP.
• It will kick people off of SNAP and take food away from kitchen tables and...
• It will kick people off of SNAP and take food away from kitchen tables in every corner of the state in
• It will make life more expensive for families with children who will no longer be able to get SNAP.
• Now, we also heard that this will kick people off of SNAP.

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, guest introductions, and recognition of the Doctor of the Day. Members also read a proclamation honoring National School Social Work Week, with remarks emphasizing the role of school social workers in supporting students’ mental health, safety, and access to services. The House then handled a long series of first readings and committee/calendar actions before moving into multiple Committee of the Whole sessions. In the first major round of floor action, the House advanced HB 2123, HB 2140, and HB 2144 after adopting amendments. HB 2123 would affirm gold and silver as legal tender and allow their use through electronic systems; HB 2140 would let the state treasurer invest up to 10% in gold and silver; and HB 2144 would require child support to begin at pregnancy, prompting debate over paternity, genetic testing, rape-related pregnancies, and recourse for mistaken paternity. The House also advanced HB 2492 on urban growth boundaries, HB 2875 with clarifying language, HB 2946 on housing affordability and construction sales tax, and HB 4115/HCR 2051 on ballot initiative petition rules and disclosure. Supporters framed those measures as transparency reforms and protections against out-of-state influence, while opponents argued they would make it harder for citizens to qualify initiatives and local measures for the ballot. Later Committee of the Whole action advanced HB 2175, HB 2270, HB 2416, HB 2557, HB 2697, HB 2940, and HB 4010, along with HB 2324, HB 2573, HB 2601, HB 2876, and HCR 2004. HB 2175 drew debate over whether political affiliation should be included in hate-crime law; a proposed Garcia amendment to add gender identity and remove political affiliation failed, and a later motion to add it to the report also failed by roll call. HB 2557 clarified a medical-records timeline to business days. HB 2697 created a good-Samaritan style protection for use of expired opioid antagonists such as Narcan. HB 2940 was defended as reducing improper enrollment in Access/SNAP-related programs and opening managed-care bidding, while opponents said it would cut benefits and burden vulnerable residents. HCR 2004, dealing with photo enforcement, was amended to let cities put the issue to local voters; supporters called it a compromise and opponents argued photo radar saves lives and reduces speeding-related crashes. In third-reading votes, HB 2264 passed overwhelmingly on Arizona Geological Survey matters, HB 2373 passed unanimously on income tax refunds for veterans, HB 2413 failed on sex offender monitoring, and HB 2862 passed on sentencing enhancements for crimes committed while wearing a mask. The House also reconsidered and revived HB 2055, HB 2150, HB 2426, and HB 2755 related to state land and groundwater measures. The transcript ends with the House beginning third-reading consideration of HB 2941 on motorcycles, with members speaking in support of roadway safety and personal experience.

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• I think this also relates to, you remember a couple years ago, Dakota County, they couldn't snap—Jim
• Abeler remembers this one, SNAP versus WIC—they couldn't communicate because of the data problem.
• Abeler remembers this one, SNAP versus WIC—they couldn't communicate because of the data problem.
• We did not solve the WIC-SNAP problem, Senator Hoffman, so you can work on that one.
• We did not solve the WIC-SNAP problem, Senator Hoffman, so you can work on that one.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Uh, the software systems that our counties use, that impact SNAP assistance, cash assistance, healthcare
• 05.200> Uh<00:20:05.760> the The software systems that our counties use, that impact SNAP
• 41.200> about<00:21:41.840> 7700 Eligibility systems support about 7,700 residents on SNAP
• the<00:26:14.559> um<00:26:14.880> for<00:26:15.120> the<00:26:15.279> SNAP
• the biggest was was the um for the SNAP the biggest was was the um for the SNAP and<00:26:15.840

Bills: HF4736, HF4737, HF3806, HF3352, HF4840, HF3748

Keywords: emergency shelter, grant program, homelessness, capital investment, Minnesota Statutes, appropriation bonds, public funding, housing, infrastructure bonds, funding, appropriation, Minnesota constitutional amendment, public debt, state bonds, general obligation bonds, information technology, IT infrastructure, software licenses, technology modernization, capital improvements