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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Working Group on Omnibus Taxes Bill - Part 1 - 05/22/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- and the people that are charged with, through the DNR, to deal with that in Minnesota's lakes and waters
- and the people that are charged with, through the DNR, to deal with that in Minnesota's lakes and waters
- and the people that are charged with, through the DNR, to deal with that in Minnesota's lakes and waters
- and the people that are charged with, through the DNR, to deal with that in Minnesota's lakes and waters
- um uh free of aquatic invasive waters um uh free of aquatic invasive species,<01:00:39.280><c> knowing
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there water and sewer on class 6 roads?
- There is not always water on class 6 roads, but there are a lot of class 6 roads that do have water.
- There water and sewer on Classics roads?
- We do have a water system and we are very wet.
- </c> have a water system and we are very wet. have a water system and we are very wet.
Committee:
Senate Commerce
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 03/04/25
Environment, Climate, and Legacy
Transcript Highlights:
- The Lily reflection pool, featuring the historical Victorian water platters, which first appeared in
- The Lily reflection pool, featuring the historical Victorian water platters, which first appeared in
- The Lily reflection pool, featuring the historical Victorian water platters, which first appeared in
- The Lily reflection pool, featuring the historical Victorian water platters, which first appeared in
- The Lily reflection pool, featuring the historical Victorian water platters, which first appeared in
Committee:
Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 2/18/25
Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Transcript Highlights:
- conspire to trespass or damage critical infrastructure such as pipelines, utility lines, substations, water
- conspire to trespass or damage critical infrastructure such as pipelines, utility lines, substations, water
- </c> lines and substations as well as water lines and substations as well as water and<00:04:47.320><
- </c><00:36:20.040><c> protectors</c><00:36:20.800><c> or</c> with them like other water protectors or
- </c> responsibility to care for the water responsibility to care for the water land<00:36:52.800><c>
Bills:
HF7
Committee:
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Keywords:
public safety, criminal justice, sentencing guidelines, Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission, public sentencing database, felony dismissals, prosecutor reporting, bail notice, bond posting, law enforcement data, arrest data, public records, sex trafficking, human trafficking, mandatory minimum sentence, peace officer assault, police assault, fleeing police, vehicular flight, stolen motor vehicle
MN
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- The committee also updated the status on the December 31, 2022, delinquent private water and sewer audits
- The committee also updated the status on the December 31, 2022, delinquent private water and sewer audits
- The committee also updated the status of the December 31, 2023, delinquent private water and sewer audits
Committee:
All LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING
Summary:
The Legislative Joint Auditing Committee met to approve prior minutes and receive reports from several subcommittees and audits. The executive committee reported that audit and special reports were scheduled for presentation, one requested report remained outstanding, and staff had reviewed circuit-court caseload assignments in Benton County’s 19th West Judicial District. The committee also heard that Arkansas legislative audit financial statements and audits for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 received clean opinions with no internal-control findings, and that the report was accepted.
The counties and municipalities report covered delinquent private water and sewer audits, with many entities reinstated after filing required reports, and reviewed current and deferred reports; several reports were referred to prosecutors, the attorney general, or the Government Bonding Board. The education audit report covered 57 school district audits, with three districts—Camden Fairview, Forest City, and Eudora—deferred until the June meeting because of findings and referrals. A substitute motion amended the report to file the Nettleton School District report, and the amended report passed. The state agencies report noted findings at the Department of Public Safety and the Department of Transportation and Shared Services, including duplicate payments, collateral issues, record-keeping problems, and missing vehicle logs; the committee filed five reports.
The committee then reviewed the City of Pine Bluff’s 2024 financial audit. The city received clean opinions overall, but the management letter identified serious issues in the mayor’s office, Parks and Recreation, and Finance, including unaccounted-for receipts, altered invoices, unallowable and questionable purchases, missing equipment, and weak cash-receipting and reconciliation procedures. City officials, including the mayor and department heads, testified that the problems largely involved prior activity, said they had terminated involved employees, referred matters to law enforcement, and described corrective steps such as a forensic audit, new procurement and accounting procedures, electronic receipting and payments, and software upgrades. After questions from members, the committee voted to file the Pine Bluff report and adjourned, with the next meeting set for June 4-5, 2026.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- The committee also updated the status on the December 31st, 2022, delinquent private water and sewer
- The committee also updated the status on the December 31st, 2022, delinquent private water and sewer
- The committee also updated the status of the December 31st, 2023, delinquent private water and sewer
Committee:
All LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Section 1 actually puts back in the soil and water conservation districts on the same election schedule
- It puts back in the soil and water conservation districts on the same election schedule as other elected
- Soil and water conservation districts have five supervisors elected in staggered terms.
Committee:
House State Affairs
Summary:
The committee first considered RS 33584, introduced by Representative Tanner. He said the proposal would remove a current Idaho Code requirement that constitutional amendments and initiatives be separated from the ballot by a page break or separate form, allowing them to be printed in the next available space and potentially saving counties money on ballot printing. Representative Scott moved to introduce the RS, and the motion carried without opposition.
The committee then heard RS 33633 from Representative Mitchell, a cleanup bill correcting election-related timelines from prior legislation. He said it would restore soil and water conservation districts to the same election schedule as other local offices, confirm mail-in ballot precinct timing at 45 days, and fix a canvassing deadline from 10 days to 9 days. Representative Scott asked about the odd-numbered November election timing, and Mitchell said it was intended to align with other elections. The motion to introduce the RS passed.
Next, Representative Furman presented RS 33656, which would require youth service organizations to check the state and national sex offender registries for adults working with children, with limited exceptions for short-term or one-time volunteers. He said it was meant to protect children and align with practices already used by some organizations and insurers. Questions focused on churches, vacation Bible school, and the fiscal note; Furman said churches already doing background checks would generally satisfy the requirement and that there was no state budget impact, though private organizations might incur small training costs. The motion to introduce the RS carried.
Finally, the committee debated RS 33683, a memorial supporting elimination of the U.S. Department of Education and greater state control over education. Representative Monks said the memorial reflected the governor’s office and the Trump administration’s agenda, and argued that education should be managed by the state without federal bureaucracy. Representative Church moved a substitute motion to introduce the memorial and hold a hearing, arguing the committee should examine the costs and practical effects of shifting federal responsibilities to the state. Several members discussed federal education mandates, special education, Title IX, and whether state bureaucracy would replace federal bureaucracy. The substitute motion to introduce RS 33683 passed, and the committee adjourned.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources Feb 23rd, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Substitute House Bill 2343 is regarding water quality and game farms.
- In the substitute bill, it directs the Department of Fish and Wildlife to obtain a water discharge permit
- producers and directs that task force to review regulations related to land use and zoning, stewardship of water
Committee:
Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources
Keywords:
aviation, wildland fires, funding, disaster relief, emergency response, irrigation, district director, contracts, beneficial interests, agriculture, timber sales, land sales, process efficiency, legislation, department language, tribal rights, fishing rights, salmon management, state-tribal agreements, natural resources
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Jan 28th, 2026 at 10:30 am
Washington House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Stonier, Stebner, Taylor, Thai, Tharinger, Thomas, Timmons, Valdez, Volz, Walen, Walsh, Walsh, Walsh, Waters
- Stonier, Stebner, Taylor, Thai, Tharinger, Thomas, Timmons, Valdez, Volz, Walen, Walsh, Walsh, Walsh, Waters
- , Wylie, Ybarra, Zahn, Madam Speaker, Walsh, Waters, Wylie, Ybarra, Zahn.
Bills:
HB1160 , HB1289 , HB1339 , HB1604 , HB1798 , HB1002 , HB1065 , HB1155 , HB1269 , HB1916 , HB2120 , HB2123 , HB2158 , HB2178 , HB2264 , HB2309 , HB2411 , HJM4004
Keywords:
design review, local government, land use, zoning, project permits, housing density, middle housing, affordable housing, parking minimums, single-family zoning, infill development, growth management, comprehensive plan, permit streamlining, objective development regulations, architectural review, administrative review, transit-oriented development, accessory dwelling units, ADU
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Jan 28th, 2026
Washington House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Stonier, Steeby, Taylor, Thai, Tharinger, Thomas, Timmons, Valdez, Volz, Walen, Walsh, Walsh, Walsh, Waters
- Stonier, Steeby, Taylor, Thai, Tharinger, Thomas, Timmons, Valdez, Volz, Walen, Walsh, Walsh, Walsh, Waters
- Walsh, Waters, Wylie, Ybarra, Zahn. Madam Speaker, Mr. Speaker, a quorum is present.
Bills:
HB1160 , HB1289 , HB1339 , HB1604 , HB1798 , HB1002 , HB1065 , HB1155 , HB1269 , HB1916 , HB2120 , HB2123 , HB2158 , HB2178 , HB2264 , HB2309 , HB2411 , HJM4004
Keywords:
design review, local government, land use, zoning, project permits, housing density, middle housing, affordable housing, parking minimums, single-family zoning, infill development, growth management, comprehensive plan, permit streamlining, objective development regulations, architectural review, administrative review, transit-oriented development, accessory dwelling units, ADU
Summary:
The House convened with a quorum, opened with the Pledge of Allegiance, a National Anthem performance, and a prayer offered by Washington Army National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Cole. The chamber then adopted House Resolution 4675, honoring the Washington National Guard for its service in emergencies, search and rescue, disaster response, and military readiness. Members spoke in support, highlighting the Guard’s history, its role in recent flood and landslide responses, and the sacrifices of service members and their families. The resolution passed by voice vote, and Guard leadership and members present in the galleries were recognized.
The House also recognized Congressman Dan Newhouse in a point of personal privilege, with remarks praising his service in state and federal office and his ties to agriculture. The chamber then moved to the Fourth Order of Business and debated a motion to suspend House rules to send two initiatives to the Education Committee for prompt public hearings. Supporters argued the Constitution requires precedence for initiatives and that the House should hear them promptly; opponents argued the Constitution allows the Legislature to take no action and that the motion was unnecessary. The motion to suspend the rules failed on a recorded vote, 38 yeas and 57 nays, with three excused.
Next, members debated the routine motion to refer the bills, memorials, measures, and resolutions on the introduction sheet to committee. Some members again argued the two initiatives should be given priority and public hearings before other business, while others supported normal referral of the day’s measures. The motion passed on a recorded vote, 57 yeas and 38 nays, with three excused. Committee reports were then accepted and referred as designated, and the House adjourned until Thursday, January 29 at 10:30 a.m.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- also weakens the automatic protections for state parks, forests, and wildlife management areas, and water
- , and leaves critical gaps in oversight, creating risk rather than clarity for Florida's land and waters
- I want to say, In oversight, creating risk rather than clarity for Florida's land and waters.
Committee:
Senate Fiscal Policy
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House panel hears bill to rename library grant program after late Rep. Mary Murphy 4/1/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The projects ranged from small ones such as adding an accessible water fountain, making accessible power-assisted
- The projects ranged from small ones such as adding an accessible water fountain, making accessible power-assisted
- construction grant program since 1995, the projects ranged from small ones such as adding an accessible water
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Fairly relating to the equitability, uniform grant and contract management standards of certain Texas water
- HB 4212 by CurRI relating to the establishment of administration and the use of Texas land, water, and
- HB 4231 by Capriglion relating to the cybersecurity for retail public utilities that provide water or
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- relating to the ability to establish uniform grant and contract management standards for certain Texas Water
- HB 4212 by Curry relating to the establishment of an administration in the use of Texas land and water
- HB 4231 by Greg Capriglione, relating to the cybersecurity for retail public utilities that provide water
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- holidays, I'm proposing we add holidays for marine fuel to help our boaters and anglers enjoy Florida's waters
- We've also shattered records for state support for Everglades restoration, water quality improvements
- Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Orlando Morales rescued the dog as water was rising to the dog's neck.
Summary:
The Florida House and Senate met in joint session to open the 2025 legislative session, receiving the Florida Cabinet, the Florida Supreme Court, and then Governor Ron DeSantis. The session included a prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a motion to appoint a committee to notify the governor that the joint session was ready to receive his message. The committee was appointed, the governor was introduced, and the joint session recessed until his arrival.
In his address, Governor DeSantis highlighted Florida’s economic performance, low unemployment, business growth, tourism, and insurance reforms, and urged further action on property insurance, the My Safe Florida Home program, and tax relief. He also called for continued immigration enforcement, praised school choice and teacher pay initiatives, defended higher education reforms, and discussed Hope Florida, hurricane recovery, environmental restoration, and infrastructure. He specifically urged lawmakers to address petition fraud and the constitutional amendment process, condominium reform, and stronger Second Amendment protections.
The governor also reviewed prior legislative accomplishments, including tax cuts, parental rights and education measures, anti-DEI actions, law enforcement bonuses, and other conservative policy changes. He thanked legislative leaders and cabinet officials, encouraged continued cooperation over the next 60-day session, and closed by urging lawmakers to build on Florida’s record of productivity. After the governor departed, the joint session voted to dissolve.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- I came back and I'm now working with the Governor's Office and the State Engineer's Office on some water
- projects that we're hoping to participate in, partnering with some of the technology that Israel has on water
- district, and many families in the rural parts of Navajo are still struggling with basic needs like water
Committee:
Senate Senate Finance
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Committee Jun 15th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- surgical in the way that they have made their choices as we have thought to navigate these tough waters
- really, really grateful for everything that you have provided to us as we have navigated these choppy waters
- Also, on behalf of the Thermolito Water and Sewer District, I want to voice again strong support for
- I want to call out the Concow Reservoir Project as a really critical water, drinking water project.
- To call out the Concow Reservoir Project as a really critical water, drinking water project in Oroville
Summary:
The Assembly Budget Committee met to consider the 2026 Budget Act, which leaders said was the negotiated compromise with the Senate and was expected to move to the floor that evening. Opening remarks emphasized that the plan balances the budget over two years, reduces the structural deficit, and builds reserves, while also protecting core services in the face of federal cuts. Jason Sisney outlined the legislative budget framework and the likely floor bills, including AB 109, SB 110, SB 122, and SB 125. Department of Finance representative Eric Khali said the administration appreciated the two-year balanced approach and supported the modification in SB 122, while noting the package uses additional revenues and new spending to soften or reject some proposed cuts.
Most of the discussion focused on major spending areas. Members and subcommittee chairs highlighted protections and additions for health care and human services, including rejecting the proposed Medi-Cal asset limit change, delaying premium increases, restoring clinic and dental funding, supporting distressed hospitals and county indigent care, and expanding county eligibility staffing to handle H.R. 1-related workload. Education members described record or expanded support for TK-12 schools, child care, special education, community colleges, teacher recruitment, and higher education, including a change to extend Cal Grant eligibility to age 30 for some community college students. Housing and homelessness funding was increased for HAP, multifamily housing, and the low-income housing tax credit, while public safety members pointed to investments in victims’ services, restorative justice, and prison closure savings.
Several members also raised concerns or priorities tied to the budget deal. Some praised the package as a moral document that protects vulnerable Californians, immigrant communities, LGBTQ residents, seniors, and people with disabilities. Others noted unresolved issues, including the MCO tax’s impact on districts, the need for more support for local journalism, arts, biotech R&D incentives, transit and GGRF-related concerns, and the need for continued work on Prop. 98 and long-term fiscal resilience. The vice chair cautioned that despite the current progress, the state remains vulnerable to revenue volatility and warned that the budget should build more resilience against a possible downturn. No formal vote was taken in the portion provided, but the committee was preparing the budget package for floor action and final negotiations.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
06/10/2026 - Joint Appropriations
Transcript Highlights:
- years until 2030 the moratorium on assessing and collecting annual groundwater withdrawal fees for water
- Finally, the bills limit the amount of appropriated monies transferred to the Water Quality Assurance
- I'm always concerned about the water rights adjudication process.
- And what is the outlook for those water rights cases being resolved? Can you speak to that?
- Water rights cases being resolved? Can you go ahead and attempt to answer that? Mr.
Summary:
The joint House and Senate Appropriations committees met to hear the FY 2027 budget package, beginning with the General Appropriations Act (HB 4154/SB 1847). Staff outlined the overall budget, including one-time fund transfers, lump-sum reductions, funding for state employee health insurance, school facilities, corrections, flood and wildfire relief, education and child care, and other ongoing and supplemental items. Members briefly discussed the absence of a requested $1.5 million for the oversight office, but the chair said no amendments would be taken in committee and that only limited technical changes were likely later in the process.
Public testimony on the feed bill was largely supportive but focused on specific funding concerns. Testimony highlighted school safety funding, Alzheimer’s services, small business tax expensing provisions, disability oversight for group homes, county use of opioid settlement dollars, adult education/community college funding, victim notification funding, and ESA oversight. Several speakers praised the budget for funding DDD and other services, while others opposed or sought changes to items such as the COMIT group home monitoring program, Maricopa Community Colleges’ lack of operating aid, and a possible cut to the victim notification program. The chair repeatedly emphasized that changes to the negotiated budget would be difficult and should be routed through leadership.
The committee then moved quickly through the remaining budget reconciliation bills. Staff summarized bills covering amusement and wagering, capital outlay, commerce, criminal justice, environment, health care, higher education, human services, and K-12 education. Notable provisions included continued wagering assessments, highway and building renewal funding, defense innovation and economic development changes, corrections and wrongful conviction provisions, groundwater and water banking measures, health insurance oversight and opioid settlement provisions, higher education funding and ABOR operating caps, SNAP and housing trust fund changes, and a 2% inflation increase for K-12 formula components. The K-12 bill also included a biometric school safety pilot and a child sexual abuse prevention pilot. No votes were taken in the portion provided, and the chair indicated the committee would continue through the remaining bills.
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- 67 changed the oversight of CAFOs to give the Agency of Natural Resources the obligation to ensure water
- The fees collected under this section shall be deposited in the agricultural water quality special fund
- <00:43:05.680><c> the</c><00:43:05.760><c> Federal</c><00:43:06.080><c> Clean</c><00:43:06.320><c> Water
- </c><00:43:06.600><c> Act</c> pursuant to the Federal Clean Water Act pursuant to the Federal Clean Water
- </c> deposited in the agricultural water deposited in the agricultural water quality<00:43:21.160><c>