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• So when I ask mine, you can kind of put them on together.
• So when I ask mine, you can kind of put them on together.
• I might point out this would probably be the only time that the different proposal will surface.
• I might point out this would probably be the only time that the different proposal will surface.
• with— But I'll start with Assembly Member Peach Norse, if you have questions, and then I'll go to mine

Summary: The hearing opened with budget framing from the chair and the LAO, who said the May Revision addresses roughly a $14 billion budget problem and that the environment and transportation subcommittee’s proposals account for about $1.9 billion of the solution. The LAO urged members to focus on solutions that do not worsen out-year deficits, to preserve reserves, and to defer major policy changes that are not necessary to pass the budget, including the newly introduced water-related trailer bills. Members also raised concern about a late-dropped Olympic-related trailer bill, which the LAO likewise suggested should be deferred for fuller review. The first major item was the Delta Conveyance Project and related water quality control plan trailer bills. The administration argued the proposals would streamline permitting, water rights proceedings, judicial review, and land acquisition, and would clarify DWR’s bond authority for the project. DWR said the project is needed to protect water supply reliability against drought, earthquakes, sea level rise, and other climate-related disruptions, and that the tunnel would help move water when conditions are wet and safer for the environment. Committee members from both parties questioned the timing, the use of budget trailer bills for major policy changes, the scope of the CEQA and water-rights changes, the lack of a bond cap, cost growth, and eminent domain protections. The LAO recommended deferring both water trailer bills without prejudice. Public comment was sharply divided, with labor, water agencies, and some business groups supporting the project as climate adaptation and reliability infrastructure, while environmental, tribal, fishing, county, and community groups opposed it as an attempt to bypass public process and weaken protections. The committee then briefly heard the DMV’s Digital Experience Platform fee trailer bill, which would reinstate a $1 system improvement fee to help fund the vehicle-registration phase of the project. DMV said the fee would raise about $7 million annually and offset roughly $59 million to $60 million of project costs, while the LAO noted it would help but would not solve the Motor Vehicle Account’s broader structural gap. The hearing then moved to California High-Speed Rail, where the new CEO presented an updated plan and said the project remains a major climate and infrastructure investment. He reported a revised Merced-to-Bakersfield cost range of $34.9 billion to $38.5 billion, said the agency is trying to reduce risk through direct procurement of materials, and argued that stable annual funding is needed to avoid higher costs from delays.

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• That being said, this is just a scratch in the surface of what California can do for our veterans, our
• I still have mine. God knows what my son is... ...after night. I still have mine.

Keywords: 988, house, all

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Military and Veteran Affairs heard four bills and one consent resolution, all focused on veterans’ benefits and military policy. SB 888 would exclude VA service-connected disability compensation from household income when determining eligibility for the low-income disabled veterans’ property tax exemption. The author and numerous veterans’ organizations argued that disability benefits should not disqualify disabled veterans from tax relief, and the bill received broad support with no opposition. The committee passed it 6-0 and later 8-0 on add-on, sending it to Revenue and Taxation. SB 1354 would prohibit military personnel from another state, territory, or district from entering California to perform military or law enforcement functions without the Governor’s permission, while preserving Title X activity, mutual aid, and training arrangements. The author said it was meant to protect California’s authority and prevent unauthorized military involvement. Committee members asked for clarifications about training and mutual aid, and the author agreed to work on amendments. The bill passed 5-0 initially and later 6-0 on add-on, with referral to Public Safety. SB 623 would place the Veterans Bond Act of 2026 on the ballot to authorize $1.25 billion in general obligation bonds for the CalVet home loan program. Supporters emphasized the program’s century-long record, self-supporting structure, low foreclosure rate, and importance in helping veterans buy homes and stay in California. Members discussed the urgency of getting the measure on the ballot in time and the possibility of folding it into another bond if needed. The committee approved the bill with urgency and sent it to Housing and Community Development, later voting 8-0 on add-on. SB 1407 would increase the state income tax exclusion for military retirement pay and survivor benefits to the first $40,000, subject to income caps. Supporters said it would help retain veterans and their economic contributions in California, while an opposition group argued the state already provides generous veteran benefits and that the measure would be unfair to other public servants. Despite the opposition, the bill passed and was re-referred to Revenue and Taxation. The committee also adopted consent resolution SR 143 unanimously.

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• working on it right now, which is an arm of your organization, perhaps working with permitting more mining
• Chair, and mine is essentially a follow-up, you know, with the declining birth rate and with.
• of PFAS has just as much risk, if not more, in Minnesota, because we have releases—whether it's to surface

Bills: HF3220

Keywords: school safety, school security, emergency access, law enforcement access, master key box, secure key box, entry device, school grants, education finance, Department of Education, charter schools, school districts, cooperative units, appropriation cancellation, one-time appropriation, school safety plan, emergency preparedness, public safety, school building security

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• Mine, mine. General Miller. Oh, I'm sorry. Miller. Yes, ma'am. I'm sorry. Yes. We support her.
• Same with the surface warfare. Yes, ma'am.

Keywords: NDAA, military recruitment, personnel readiness, testimony, military leaders

Summary: The committee meeting focused on pressing issues related to the U.S. military's recruitment and personnel strategies, especially in light of the upcoming NDAA for fiscal year 2026. Chairperson expressed appreciation for the service of witnesses including senior military leaders from different branches, emphasizing the importance of personnel as the backbone of national defense. Discussions revealed concerns regarding the recent lowering of recruitment standards across military branches, which could potentially affect the quality of service members and long-term military readiness. Witnesses were asked to address the implications of these changes on military health and efficiency.

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• have the houses that you have here, but we're surrounded by Forest Service, BLM, reservations, and mine
• I worked up at the mines, and luckily because of this background, I had the perfect job there.
• I worked around a lot of little washes on mine property, roads... ...little washes on mine property,
• And because the mine owned the property, they have very little restrictions.
• We've been working with the Forest Service to try to be allowed to use some of their old mining pits

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The committee first heard HB 2825, which would replace criminal court enforcement for unpaid court debts and incarceration costs with a civil collection framework, eliminating arrest warrants and contempt for nonpayment while preserving the underlying financial obligations. The sponsor and supporters said the bill would reduce cycles of poverty and keep people working. The committee adopted the Blackman amendment, which bars a defendant from setting aside a second default judgment entered within one year of a prior default judgment, and then gave HB 2825 a 7-0 do pass recommendation. The committee then took up HB 2070, an emergency appropriation of $25 million from the state general fund to the Arizona Department of Administration for Gila County flood relief. County supervisors, mayors, a town council member, emergency management staff, and other local officials described severe flooding in Globe, Miami, and surrounding areas, including deaths, destroyed homes and businesses, debris, sediment, damaged roads and utilities, and the need for matching funds to access federal and other grants. Members discussed FEMA denials, federal reimbursement delays, and the difficulty of completing required projects within short timelines. HB 2070 was approved 7-0. The committee also approved HB 2129, which moves the deadline for municipal library trustees’ annual reports from the first Monday in July to the second Monday in July, with supporters saying the change helps smaller and rural libraries after the July 4 holiday. HB 2439, exempting public and semi-public cold plunges from ADEQ water pollution rules, also received a do pass recommendation after testimony that the current rules create confusion and unnecessary costs for businesses. HB 2773, barring Arizona and its entities from assisting the International Criminal Court or using public resources to support ICC enforcement actions, passed 4-3 after debate over sovereignty and constitutional authority. HB 2873, requiring ADOA to share procurement Q&A with all bidders, and HB 2876, requiring topics from executive session and proposed tax or fee increases to be placed on an action agenda, both received do pass recommendations after transparency-focused testimony and some concerns about implementation and municipal practice. Finally, the committee heard HCR 2005, a proposed constitutional amendment requiring the legislature to adjourn sine die by April 30 each year and submit that question to voters. The sponsor argued Arizona sessions have grown too long and that a firm deadline would force earlier, more efficient work while still allowing a special session if the budget is unfinished. Members debated whether the proposal would improve discipline or instead create problems for the budget process, member pay, and legislative workload, with some suggesting a broader conversation about full-time versus part-time legislatures. The resolution was advanced with a do pass recommendation.

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• Um, um, it's more the educational systems, more developed, your words, not mine, here because we have
• <00:30:27.600> And those fears are yours and not mine.
• And those fears are yours and not mine.
• half million acres of a unified surface half million acres of a unified surface and<01:12:27.199
• That's the mine view in the sky. Thank you. Thank you, members.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Turner, by opposing this bill, you are opposing young people, your constituents, and mine from having
• and mine who, as you say, are struggling to get by, who themselves didn't have the opportunity to go
• proposed an amendment that would imperil the Marvin Nichols Reservoir, which is a critically important surface
• The reason for that is the abundant surface water supply and the ability to capture a lot of floodwaters
• And finally, a reminder: the surface water belongs to the state of Texas, not to any one region, county

Bills: SB4, SB23, SB3, SJR2, SJR85, SB34, SB60, SB75, SB706, SB1814, SB1220, SB523, SB565, SB1253, SB840, SB764, SB2383, SB2155, SB1535, SB1405, SB1423, SB1566, SB1804, SB1728, SB1816, SB1952, SB1948, SB2037, SB2068, SB1455, SB213, SB243, SB627, SB646, SB670, SB896, SB917, SB1184, SB971, SB1255, SB1261, SB1283, SB1358, SB991, SB1733, SB21, SB231, SB739, SB1252, SB1371, SB664, SB40, SB9, SJR1, SB687, SB1332, SB458, SB482, SB927, SB984, SB651, SB1620, SB2124, SB2448, SB841, SB843, SB402, SB2662, SB2053, SB2332, SB2112, SB745, SB1247, SB1789, SB27, SB207, SB2938, SB1901, SB1227, SB1248, SB912, SB1321, SB2143, SB2145, SB1497, SB1239, SB2180, SB1388, SB1662, SB1951, SB1537, SB493, SB378, SB1020, SB1018, SB992, SB958, SB920, SB1350, SB1762, SB552, HCR109, SB2185, SB4, SB23, SB3, SJR2, SJR85, SB34, SB60, SB75, SB706, SB1814, SB1220, SB523, SB565, SB1253, SB840, SB764, SB2383, SB2155, SB1535, SB1405, SB1423, SB1566, SB1804, SB1728, SB1816, SB1952, SB1948, SB2037, SB2068, SB1455, SB213, SB243, SB627, SB646, SB670, SB896, SB917, SB1184, SB971, SB1255, SB1261, SB1283, SB1358, SB991, SB1733, SB21, SB231, SB739, SB1252, SB1371, HB2970, HB 109, SB2308

Keywords: property tax, homestead exemption, school funding, state aid, constitutional amendment, elderly, disabled, ad valorem taxation, school district funding, SJR 2, Senate Joint Resolution 2, property tax relief, school property tax, ad valorem tax, residence homestead, school district taxes, Texas Constitution Article VIII, public school finance, homeowner exemption, elderly exemption

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• Boulevard, there are so many opportunities for housing that you've got gas stations, fast food, and surface
• I went at once, and a colleague of mine from the other side took me to one of the train stations.

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Cities 1 met on May 14, 2026, with a quorum present and Chair Erik Bottcher presiding. The committee considered a series of bills affecting New York City and related tax, housing, and municipal issues. Early measures included a neighborhood small business rent increase exemption (S.1451A), notice to community boards before locating transitional housing (S.3884), a solar and energy storage tax abatement credit (S.4272A), towing protection enforcement (S.4793), safety policies and training for correction and health workers (S.543?), and a proposal to create the city of Staten Island (S.8578). Most of these bills were advanced to other committees after brief discussion and voice votes. The most extensive debate centered on S.8578, which would incorporate Staten Island as a separate city. Senator Lanza argued that Staten Island has long been neglected by New York City, cited past referendums and historical grievances, and urged the committee to let the bill continue through the process. Chair Bottcher and other members responded that Staten Island is an important part of New York City and discussed housing, transit, environmental preservation, and the City of Yes zoning changes; several members said they did not support secession but were open to continued conversation about Staten Island’s needs. After debate, the bill was defeated in committee. The committee also considered an artist housing preferences bill (S.9652), a facade-work tax abatement bill (S.9559), a parkland discontinuance measure (S.9987), and a credit/debit card surcharge prohibition bill (S.1005). S.9652, S.9559, S.9987, and S.1005 were reported out after voice votes. One homeless shelter placement bill (S.5554) failed. The meeting concluded after the final votes and adjournment.

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• Surface vehicles is a download of the registration database that we get from the FAA every so often that
• Because I was flying Thursday, and mine went for some reason wasn't working for about hundred miles.

Bills: SB1312, SB1323, SB1599, SB1863, SB1932, SB1950, SB1956, SB1958, SB1966, SB1970, SB2052

Keywords: vehicle registration, automatic payments, Service Oklahoma, taxes, motor vehicle, prepayment program, memorial designation, highway, Sheriff Marty Grisham, transportation, Oklahoma Statutes, memorial bridge, dedication, Oklahoma, commemoration, memorial highway, road designation, John Skelley, motor carrier, administrative hearing

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• So it's very important to that industry in our state, and the next $250,000 for the Surface Mining Commission
• economic development organizations that'll be eligible after the payout to the general fund, port, surface
• mining..."
• The general fund, port, surface mining. Who are those? That is a broadly defined organizations.

Bills: SB57, SB155, HB39, HB77, HB104, SB57, SB155, HB39, HB77, HB104

Keywords: property, acknowledgment, conveyance, business entities, limited liability companies, state employees, payroll deduction, salary deduction, comptroller, membership association, membership dues, voluntary contributions, insurance premiums, financial instruments, deferred compensation, state payroll, employee benefits, association dues, withholding, Alabama Code 36-1-4.3

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• It's been described as a canary in the coal mine, and for good reason.
• and for good canary in the coal mine and for good reason.<01:04:42.160> When<01:04:42.480>
• So imagine just letting some kind of a surface review, which in my professional opinion, and I'm just
• So imagine just letting some kind of a surface review, which in my professional opinion, and I'm just
• So imagine just letting some kind of a surface review, which in my professional opinion, and I'm just

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I have barely scratched the surface of the impact of this commitment. my testimony today.
• That could be life-saving for kids like mine, and it's possible because of continued research investment
• And for families like mine, it is deeply personal.
• Independent research institutions like mine, without a large. endowment and without revenues from tuition
• I have a very good colleague, a friend of mine, who is a researcher at the NCI.

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• . >> THAT'S A GREAT QUESTION ON THE SURFACE. REP I WOULD SAY THIS, TIMES HAVE CHANGED.
• NOW IT IS GOING TO ONLY CONFUSE THE PEOPLE WHO ARE MEANT TO USE THE SYSTEM AND ANOTHER CONCERN OF MINE
• SO WITH THAT, THOSE CONCERNS OF MINE AND OTHERS I'M DOWN TODAY. >> REPRESENTED BOTTOM IN YOUR RECOGNIZED
• THOSE ARE SOME ARE UNABLE TO SELL SOME OF THESE AND IS NOT THE BEST PLAN FOR YOUR MOM OR DAD OR MINE.

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• largest county in our regional network, and it's received the fifth highest level of expenditure for surface
• 00:43:50.960> of<00:43:51.280> expenditure<00:43:51.920> for<00:43:52.160> surface
• level of expenditure for surface level of expenditure for surface treatment.<00:43:53.359> So
• I think this resolution gives voice to all of the rural areas of the state and to counties such as mine

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The Senate convened, established a quorum, approved the February 13, 2026 journal, and then took up several resolutions and bills. Senate Joint Resolution 12, designating February 20, 2026 as Colorado FFA Day, was laid over until that date. On the consent calendar, Senate Bill 74, concerning the penalty for claiming an excessive amount in a public construction performance bond dispute, passed third reading unanimously, 30-0. The chamber then passed Senate Bill 16, which prohibits the discharge of pre-production plastic materials, on third reading and final passage by a vote of 19-11. Senate Bill 34, expanding participation by members of the AARIA Board of Directors advisory committees, also passed 19-11. On second reading, the Committee of the Whole considered Senate Bill 11, dealing with search warrant requirements for operators of certain electronic platforms, and Senate Bill 76, concerning the practice of certified public accountants; the committee adopted the report, with SB 11 amended and SB 76 passed and ordered engrossed. The general order calendar was then laid over until February 18, 2026. A major portion of the meeting focused on Senate Resolution 001, which urges CDOT to prioritize road improvement projects in Morgan County. Supporters argued that Morgan County’s state highways are in poor condition, citing assessments showing 70% of the county’s highway miles have low drivability life and stressing the importance of safe roads for agriculture and commerce. Opponents said the resolution resembled a district-specific funding request and argued transportation dollars should be allocated through existing statewide and regional processes rather than by legislative resolution. Despite the debate, the discussion centered on the broader need to improve road maintenance and transportation safety across rural Colorado.

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• Lots of students have stories just like mine.
• I know family stories just like mine.
• Many students and staff deserve or all of our students and staff, mine especially along with all the
• of our students and staff, mine of our students and staff, mine especially<01:26:46.239> along
• , and some make safety solutions surface, and some make their<01:40:47.760> way<01:40:48.159><

Bills: HF3492, HF3493, HF3494, HF3495, HF3602

Keywords: school safety, grants, education funding, Northern Lights Express, security improvements, rural schools, safe schools, charter schools, nonpublic schools, Tribal education, funding increase, safe schools aid, school security, mental health support, Tribal schools, cybersecurity, funding, mental health, evidence-based plans, public safety

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• Recycling is always cleaner, cheaper, and faster than new mining operations.
• /c> need there's no better Source than need there's no better Source than already<00:18:34.440> mined
• <00:18:34.760> and<00:18:34.919> already<00:18:35.320> processed already mined
• <00:18:41.919> operations faster than new mining operations faster than new mining operations
• like our Brady so they weren't surface like our Brady so they weren't pinned<01:35:50.280> down

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Bitcoin mining is how it's done. So what is mining? Miners are basically the backbone.
• That's why they're mining; that's their reward for mining this network.
• The very last Bitcoin will not be mined until the year 2140.
• Because there's no more Bitcoin to mine.
• they would have done if they had stayed mining and using the...

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• Speaker, I want to thank the amazing good friend of mine, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee
• Speaker, I want to thank the amazing good friend of mine, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee
• Dakota holds more than 31,000 surface Dakota holds more than 31,000 surface acres<03:47:25.520><
• The fire Surface has testified own.
• We've raised it at Iwo Jima on the surface of the moon.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• On the surface, this sounds benign. Who doesn't want to prevent risks?
• <01:10:12.480> Who On the surface, this sounds benign.
• Who On the surface, this sounds benign.
• ,<01:31:05.600> but So, I've only scratched the surface, but So, I've only scratched the surface
• You know as well as I do that this is your neighborhood, not particularly mine.

Keywords: 981, all

Summary: The Senate opened with the pledge, approved the January 30, 2026 journal, and then proceeded out of order for several personal privileges and resolutions. Members welcomed delegates from Poland and noted the Jewish holiday of Tu Bishvat. The chamber then took up Senate Joint Resolution 001, which approves the water project revolving fund eligibility list administered by the Colorado Water Resources and Power Development Authority. Sponsors explained that the resolution only establishes project eligibility and does not itself set funding amounts. The resolution passed 32-0, and the current roll call was added as co-sponsors. The Senate next considered Senate Joint Resolution 006, a lengthy measure affirming civil rights and dignity for immigrant Coloradans and calling for transparent, accountable federal immigration enforcement. The resolution urged an end to anonymous enforcement tactics, protection of access to schools, health care, courthouses, and other public spaces, and broader federal immigration reform. Senator Weissman moved a technical amendment correcting a reference from ICE to CBP in one example; the amendment was adopted 32-0. Debate featured personal stories from supporters about immigrant family histories and service, while the Minority Leader said he appreciated the sponsors’ engagement but could not support the resolution as drafted, though he agreed with much of its intent and called for more constructive dialogue. The resolution passed 20-12, and several senators were added as co-sponsors. After the resolutions, the Senate moved into the Committee of the Whole for second reading of bills on the consent calendar. Senate Bill 10, concerning clarification of definitions used in the taxation of agricultural property, was adopted on second reading and reported out favorably. The chamber then began consideration of Senate Bill 4, concerning who may petition a court for an extreme risk protection order, with the sponsor noting two technical amendments had been added to improve the language. The committee report on that bill was adopted, and the bill was moved forward on second reading.

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• >> Mine<02:13:45.040> is<02:13:45.280> 111825. >> Mine is 111825.
• >> Mine is 111825.
• It's a vertical surface.
• Um the the the the a vertical surface.
• reason behind using a that a surface reason behind using a that a surface area<02:32:21.680>

Keywords: 1191, senate, all