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• There have been multiple attempts to rezone state-owned property and state-owned buildings for productive
• Other states have tried this.
• Across the United States, as ideologically diverse as Indiana, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Maine, states
• In fact, 33 states in total have taken action to protect their residents, including every state in New
• I strongly support what AARP, State President Dennis, our State Director Jen, and my fellow volunteers

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• You now have the the state level.
• >> Yes, you're coming through loud and clear. state. I really appreciate your time and state.
• And there's a reason that other states have rejected price cap bills this very year, including Washington
• </c><00:26:47.120><c> DC</c> that I came in from Washington DC that I came in from Washington DC &gt;
• The state of the wrong culprit.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• that state to benefit.
• that state to benefit.
• that state to benefit.
• that state to benefit.
• </c> state declines to participate. state declines to participate.

Bills: HF3490, HF4040

Keywords: education finance, scholarship-granting organizations, charitable purposes, student scholarships, nonpublic schools, K-12 education, tax credit, advance payment, Minnesota tax law, child education expenses, taxpayer assistance, 1183, house

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• San Bernardino and San Diego State University.
• Where we have Cal State San Bernardino and San Diego State University throughout my district and get
• San Bernardino and San Diego State University. where we have Cal State San Bernardino and San Diego
• The closest thing we have is San Diego State University, right?
• law school and San Jose State University.

Summary: The Assembly Higher Education Committee heard several Senate measures focused on student access, workforce needs, and institutional stability. Senator Laird presented SJR 4, which urges the federal government to restore NIH funding cuts and protect California’s research universities; UC testified in support and there was no opposition. Senator Ashby presented SB 761, the CalFresh for Students Act, to connect Cal Grant applicants with potential CalFresh eligibility and expand qualifying programs; the bill drew broad support from higher education, student, anti-hunger, and county groups, with members sharing personal experiences with food insecurity and no opposition. Senator Cabaldon presented SB 520 to create a California Nurse Midwifery Education Fund for a new master’s-level nurse midwifery program, citing maternal health disparities and provider shortages, especially in rural and Central Valley communities. Supporters from the California Nurse Midwives Association and the Black Wellness and Prosperity Center emphasized workforce shortages and maternal mortality; one member raised concerns about the bill’s use of inclusive language, but the bill was otherwise well received. Cabaldon also presented SB 640, which would create a statewide direct admissions process to CSU for eligible high school seniors using existing data systems; supporters said it would reduce barriers, improve equity, and help declining-enrollment campuses, while members raised questions about special education students, rural access, dual enrollment, and measuring effectiveness. The committee voted SB 640 out on a 6-0 roll call. Cabaldon’s SB 744 would preserve California students’ access to enrollment and financial aid if a federally recognized accrediting agency loses approval, by treating affected institutions as accredited for state purposes; the bill drew no public testimony and advanced on a 4-2 roll call. Senator Cortese’s SB 494 would require classified school employees’ disciplinary appeals to be heard by an administrative law judge, matching protections already available to teachers and community college faculty; labor groups supported the bill, while school districts and administrators opposed it over cost, local control, and implementation concerns. The committee also heard SB 550, a revised pilot to allow San Jose State and a nonprofit, state-accredited law school to jointly develop a public law school pathway; supporters argued it would expand affordable legal education and public-interest careers, while UC and independent colleges opposed it as inconsistent with the Master Plan. Members debated access, jurisdiction, funding, and bar pass rates, and the bill advanced on a 4-2 roll call to the Judiciary Committee.

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• The language states the score shall be considered for branch openings and receiving state funds.
• How many states?
• So we have seven states: Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, West
• CRI, how many states? Thank you. that have led efforts to create CRA. How many states?
• So we have seven states, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, West

Summary: The Assembly Banking and Finance Committee met to hear several bills, beginning with a consent calendar that included AB 665 and AB 866, both adopted on a do pass basis and referred to Appropriations. The committee then took up AB 801, which would create a California Community Reinvestment Act to require covered financial institutions, including state-chartered banks, credit unions, residential mortgage lenders, and money transmitters, to meet the financial needs of low- and moderate-income communities and communities of color. The author and supporters argued the bill would close gaps left by the federal CRA, address redlining and discriminatory lending, and expand investment in housing, small business, and community development. Support came from community groups, CDFIs, labor, and housing advocates, while opposition from mortgage bankers and credit unions argued the bill would impose costly new reporting and regulatory burdens, especially on institutions they said already serve underserved borrowers well. Committee members discussed the scope of the bill, the experience of other states with state CRA laws, and possible carve-outs or tiered treatment for smaller credit unions. AB 801 was passed as amended and referred to Appropriations, with the roll left open and later completed; one member voted no and others were not voting or voted aye as the roll was finalized. The committee also heard AB 743, which would require licensing and surety bonds for commercial lawsuit financing and bring those transactions under DFPI oversight. The author said the bill was aimed at a largely unregulated, multi-billion-dollar industry and was intended to increase transparency and address concerns about foreign interests, fraud, and abusive litigation funding practices, while not affecting consumer legal funding. Supporters, including Unified Patents, the Civil Justice Association of California, the California Chamber of Commerce, the California Trucking Association, and the American Property Casualty Insurance Association, said the bill was an important first step toward disclosure and regulation. There was no opposition testimony. AB 743 passed unanimously as amended and was referred to Appropriations, with the roll held open briefly for absent members before the committee adjourned.

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• </c> the state portion of the tax exempt. the state portion of the tax exempt.
• That's why we're sales tax state for the state and for local government.
• and for local state for the state and for local government. government. government.
• ><c> this</c><00:31:01.039><c> state</c> really was leading this state really was leading this state
• </c> community and throughout the state. community and throughout the state.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

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• Good morning and welcome to Senate State Affairs.
• Then, down to line 26, it says the United States has amended the Constitution of the United States 27
• The Convention of States is forming a convention of states to do basically the same thing, but it has
• It's being run in several states.
• It's being run in several states.

Summary: The Senate State Affairs Committee approved the February 18, 2026 minutes and advanced gubernatorial appointee Callie Younger as administrator of the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources with a recommendation for Senate confirmation. The committee then introduced several RS measures, including a resolution supporting use of Article V to pursue a balanced-budget amendment, a memorial backing gold-backed U.S. bonds, and a bill authorizing the state treasurer to invest idle funds in gold and silver bullion. It also introduced RSs related to school district strategic performance plans, a new school funding formula study, college athletics, traffic use of the passing lane, and campaign finance reform. The committee heard and advanced several bills on state administration and elections. SB 1320, a cleanup bill repealing language tied to the business information infrastructure fund and Luma implementation, and SB 1321, which clarifies reporting deadlines and enforcement for agency contracts and MOUs filed with the state controller, both received due-pass recommendations. SB 1322, which tightens the voter affidavit process by requiring additional identifying information and poll-worker verification before issuing a ballot, also advanced after discussion about election integrity, privacy, and practical implementation. The committee likewise advanced SB 1296, which creates a specific criminal trespass offense for entering or remaining in a church or house of worship with intent to intimidate, harass, or disrupt worship services. The committee also advanced HCR 28, calling on Idahoans to fast and pray on March 1 for unity, peace, and moisture/snowpack, after testimony in support from the Idaho Family Policy Center and a private citizen. Finally, the committee heard HB 539, which limits temporary administrative rules to emergency or other narrow circumstances, requires a gubernatorial statement explaining necessity, and restricts repeated substantially similar temporary rules; after testimony from the Idaho Farm Bureau in support, the bill was sent to the floor with a due-pass recommendation. The meeting adjourned after all listed items were handled.

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• Then, down to line 26, it says the United States has amended the Constitution of the United States 27
• Senator Cook: The Convention of States is forming a convention of states to do basically the same thing
• The Convention of States is forming a convention of states to do basically the same thing, but it has
• It's being run in several states.
• For the record, Jim Guthrie, State Senator, District 28.

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The Senate State Affairs Committee approved the February 18, 2026 minutes and forwarded the gubernatorial appointment of Callie Younger as administrator of the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources to the Senate floor with a recommendation for confirmation. The committee then introduced several RS measures, including resolutions supporting a balanced-budget amendment effort by Idaho’s federal delegation, backing a proposal for gold-backed U.S. bonds, authorizing the state treasurer to invest idle funds in gold and silver bullion, and updating school accountability and funding processes. Members also introduced a joint memorial on college athletics and a bill to address slow driving in the passing lane, as well as a broad campaign finance reform measure revising Idaho’s 1974 laws on reporting, transparency, and contribution limits. The committee also advanced several bills from Senator Blaylock and Senator Lenny. SB 1320, a cleanup bill repealing outdated language tied to the Luma implementation and the business information infrastructure fund, was sent to the floor with a due pass recommendation. SB 1321, which clarifies reporting deadlines and enforcement when agencies fail to disclose agreements, MOUs, and contracts to the State Controller’s Office, also received a due pass recommendation. SB 1322, an election security bill tightening the voter affidavit process by requiring additional identifying information and verification before a ballot is issued, drew testimony from Secretary of State Phil McGrane in support; it too was sent to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The committee then considered SB 1296, which enhances criminal trespass penalties for entering or remaining in a church or house of worship with intent to intimidate, harass, or disrupt services. The sponsor and supporters framed it as protecting religious worship and responding to disruptions at churches, while some members noted it was narrower than broader protections for other venues; the bill was advanced to the floor with a due pass recommendation. HCR 28, a concurrent resolution urging Idahoans to fast and pray on March 1 for peace and for snow and rain, also received support and was sent to the floor with a due pass recommendation. Finally, HB 539, which limits temporary administrative rules and requires the governor to explain their necessity, was supported by the Idaho Farm Bureau and passed out of committee with a due pass recommendation before adjournment.

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• &gt;&gt; Chairman<00:14:55.440><c> Washington,</c> &gt;&gt; Chairman Washington, &gt;&gt; Chairman Washington
• specific to state convictions under state<00:23:44.559><c> law.
• recognize reciprocity with the state that restored states' rights.
• </c><00:25:01.279><c> Um,</c> state that restored states rights.
• Um, state that restored states rights.

Bills: HB0108, HB0039, HB0091, HB0070

Keywords: audit, transparency, government reporting, accountability, public access, firearm rights, restoration of rights, criminal justice, felony convictions, Wyoming law, artificial intelligence, social scoring, biometric data, privacy rights, government regulation, foreign censorship, digital innovation, constitutional rights, Wyoming GRANITE Act, extraterritorial laws

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• New Hampshire competes with states that have huge tax credit programs, including 38 states that have
• </c> 38 states that have R&amp;D tax credits. 38 states that have R&amp;D tax credits.
• I think um Salem is a good state.
• Um, and even the state, you might remember this, it's a couple years old now, but in 2023, the State
• </c> I don't think really there's any state I don't think really there's any state that<00:52:26.800>

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee met to review tax expenditures, elect a chair and clerk, and hear updates on two credits due for periodic review: the career and technical education (CTE) center tax credit and the research and development (R&D) tax credit. Members first organized the meeting, then heard from Jennifer Ramsey of DRA, who explained the purpose of the tax expenditure review process and summarized the CTE and R&D credits. She said the CTE credit allows donations to CTE centers for a credit against business profits tax, is capped at 25% of a taxpayer’s liability, has a $500,000 aggregate limit, and was extended in SB 98 to fiscal year 2031. She also noted DRA could not provide detailed financial data because of statistical disclosure limits when too few taxpayers claim the credit. Committee members pressed for more historical and aggregate information, arguing they needed numbers to judge whether the credit is effective and worth continuing. The committee then heard from Chrissy Vanderhook of the Department of Education on the CTE credit. She described New Hampshire’s CTE system as serving 26 secondary centers and seven post-secondary centers, with industry partners providing internships, work-based learning, equipment, employee time, and other in-kind support that can qualify for the credit. She said the department reports annually to legislative leaders and that fiscal year 2025 credit activity was down about 48% from FY24, partly due to staffing changes and outreach issues. Members asked whether the program extends to community college-level programs, and she said it can, though she was not sure how broadly it is used that way. The committee also discussed a new Granite Patron of the Arts credit, which DRA said went into effect July 1 and is included in the tax expenditure report even though it is not yet listed in the statute. For the R&D credit, Ramsey explained that it offsets business profits tax and can carry forward to business enterprise tax, is based on incremental research spending, and currently has a $7 million annual aggregate cap. She said the cap has not yet been reached but could require proration as early as fiscal year 2026 if not increased. She noted there were 271 taxpayers claiming the credit in fiscal 2024 and that a proposal last session to raise the cap to $10 million and increase the per-company limit did not advance. Mark Liberty of BEA said the credit is an important recruitment and retention tool, especially for life sciences, aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing, but acknowledged BEA does not track direct revenue return. Andrea Hchvaria of New Hampshire Life Sciences argued the R&D credit is critical for startups and cited growth in applicants from 71 in 2008 to 248 in 2024, with qualified wages rising substantially over that period. Committee members repeatedly asked for more objective economic-impact data, but DRA said it only tracks who claimed the credit and the amount claimed, not broader business outcomes.

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• , D.C. into the Union as a state.
• For it to become law, at least three-fourths, 38 states, must approve. Each state has one vote.
• We don't like our state rep or our state senator, but we like... I'm sure.
• Would the delegates be selected by state or by population? Would each state have one vote?
• Washington, D.C., that I and the Convention of States are in favor of taking the power away from D.C.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing of the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs was opened by Chair Joe McGonagle and Vice Chair Senator Mike Rush, who noted that Chair John Velis was deployed with the Massachusetts National Guard. The chairs explained the hybrid format, three-minute testimony limit, live streaming, and filing deadlines, and said the committee would hear 11 House bills and eight Senate bills dealing with federal and overseas issues. Much of the hearing centered on competing resolutions about Article 5 constitutional conventions, along with related resolutions on D.C. statehood, child labor, Citizens United, and Cambodia. Supporters of H. 4692 and S. 284, a joint resolution to rescind all prior Massachusetts Article 5 convention applications, argued that old resolutions from the 1930s and 1970s could be used to count Massachusetts toward the 34-state threshold for calling a federal constitutional convention. Testifiers from Common Cause, the League of Women Voters, the ACLU, Reproductive Equity Now, labor groups, and others warned that a convention would have no clear rules, could not be reliably limited to specific topics, and could put civil rights, reproductive rights, labor protections, and other constitutional protections at risk. Several speakers also cited a recent federal lawsuit and said the safest course was to remove outdated applications from the books. A large opposing panel testified in support of H. 3888, a resolution calling for a Convention of States to propose amendments limiting federal power, imposing fiscal restraints, and establishing term limits. Supporters argued that Article 5 provides a lawful way to address federal overreach, debt, and congressional stagnation, and said the process would be limited by state applications and ratification by 38 states. Some committee members and witnesses raised concerns about a runaway convention, broad language in the resolution, and whether Congress could or should set rules for such a convention. Representative Gentile also testified in support of several related resolutions on overturning Citizens United, D.C. statehood, and the child labor amendment, while Representative Howard and Representative Tongue supported a Cambodia resolution condemning political oppression and urging free and fair elections. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing.

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• As a state, the concern I have is that the state of Minnesota is a donor state, meaning we give more,
• As a state, the concern I have is that the state of Minnesota is a donor state, meaning we give more,
• As a state, the concern I have is that the state of Minnesota is a donor state, meaning we give more,
• </c> the local, state, and federal level. the local, state, and federal level.
• </c> are sent to uh the state of Minnesota. are sent to uh the state of Minnesota.

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• by Johns Hopkins University, Imperial College in the U.K., and the Surgeon General of the United States
• And if we have to do it state by state, then so be it. Thank you very much. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
• One being a state-by-state analysis to Representative Fuchs's perspective.
• But I think it would be a nice nod from our state to...
• But Tina Meyer, Megan's mom, took it all the way to Washington, D.C.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• So we have the State Historic Preservation Office, the State Land Office, and the Office of the State
• And so when it comes to that, are we working with state universities to build those folks to get into
• So I'm wondering how that networks, at least with our universities in the state. Sure, Mr.
• University than to do that at an out-of-state university. Great. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
• state may have.

Keywords: 996, all

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• We thank you for being citizens of a wonderful state.
• In conference general bills, item one, state affairs, he passes.
• There are very few special ed teachers in this state. We need more.
• He was very instrumental in bringing Caterpillar to the state of Mississippi.
• Caterpillar to the state of Mississippi.

Keywords: MS House Floor - 1 April, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

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• I'm the Director of the Institute for Advancing American Values at Boise State University.
• That's one from Boise State. The University of Idaho is creating a Canvas module.
• That's one from Boise State. The University of Idaho is creating a canvas module.
• At Idaho State, they're doing...
• So when the new freshmen arrive, every new freshman at Idaho State—and we do this at Boise State too—there

Summary: The America 250 and Idaho Advisory Council approved the April 6 meeting minutes and authorized two final Celebration Fund grant disbursements for the city of Eden and Elmore County. Staff reported that the grant program is now complete, with 97 total grant recipients and about 96% of the $250,000 fund spent on local America 250 events across the state. A financial update noted a remaining balance of $64,685.83, with possible additional fundraising from the Liberty Bell restoration and gift shop sales. Treasurer Ellsworth gave an update on the ambassador program, reporting nearly 2,000 ambassadors across 170 cities, 44 counties, 50 businesses, 31 schools, and 23 veterans organizations. She also highlighted recent events statewide, the Acts of Service count of 165,755, plans for collecting quarters through banks and credit unions to support the Liberty Bell restoration, and progress on the Liberty Bell carriage, including a donated truck from Kendall Ford. The committee renewed spending authority for the treasurer’s office up to $30,000. Director Gallimore and Secretary McGrane provided updates on the broader America 250 planning, including the Boise/Meridian “Surveying the Past, Mapping the Future” events, the updated Idaho 850 website, the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., and the request to release previously reserved Capitol dates now that the July 4 schedule is set. McGrane also outlined detailed logistics for the July 4 Capitol celebration, including a veterans pancake breakfast, the Boise parade, concert staging, security, road closures, and space for booths and protests. He said $25,000 previously approved for advertising would be used for statewide promotion, with contracts to be coordinated through the co-chairs. Andrew Finstuin of Boise State University reported on the America 250 curriculum initiative, saying all Idaho four-year and two-year institutions are participating in a long-term civic education effort tied to the celebration. He described campus-specific projects such as dialogue tools, civics modules, orientation workshops, patriotic performances, community field trips, civics badges, and campus/community reads. The committee expressed support for the educational work, and members agreed to tentatively meet again at 10 a.m. on the fourth, with the meeting adjourned.

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• IN THE STATE.
• THIS IS AN EFFORT THE STATE OF MASSACHUSETTS HAS RECENTLY INVESTED IN FURTHER STATE ON THE ORDER OF $11
• ALL AROUND THE STATE WHEREVER THERE IS INTEREST AT THE COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY AND VOCATIONAL LEVEL.
• WE ARE THE STATES IN THE NATION SOUTHERNMOST COLLEGE.
• FLORIDA IS THE NUMBER ONE – EVEN THOUGH WE ARE THE THIRD LARGEST STATE NO STATE GENERATES MORE OF THESE

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• Wendy Winterstein on announcing her retirement from president of Iowa State University.
• </c> phenomenal leader for our Iowa State phenomenal leader for our Iowa State University.<00:36:00.800
• </c><00:37:00.800><c> Savannah,</c> State University this fall.
• Savannah, State University this fall.
• gentleoman from Washington State, Miss gentleoman from Washington State, Miss Dr.<02:48:10.160><c> Shrier

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• They arrive prepared, ready to state.
• </c> will actually come from our universities will actually come from our universities and<00:14:46.800
• ,</c><00:49:57.920><c> which</c> certain claims against the state, which certain claims against the state
• House Bill 893, state procurement.
• University.

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• These folks, woo, yeah, state.
• </c> state of Colorado to forget them. state of Colorado to forget them.
• a state-only benefit plan, which means then all of the funding falls onto the state.
• a state-only benefit plan, which means then all of the funding falls onto the state.
• a state-only benefit plan, which means then all of the funding falls onto the state.

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