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• Then article six comes from the DEED policy bill.
• Then article six comes from the DEED policy bill.
• <00:18:04.000> So deed, uh another fund breakdown. So deed, uh another fund breakdown.
• So training programs division of deed.
• Um at the same time we are also deed.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• These establish data sharing requirements between DHS and DEED and DHS and DOR for purposes of administering
• <00:24:46.600> and requirements between DHS and DEED and requirements between DHS and DEED
• really appreciate that many legislators from both parties have expressed regret about the way HR 1 restricts
• I'm here to share our concerns with the proposed bill, which includes draconian restrictions on Medicaid
• <00:41:17.760> on which includes draconian restrictions on which includes draconian restrictions

Bills: HF4401, HF4466

Keywords: HF4401, Minnesota Medical Assistance, dental reimbursement, dental rates, critical access dental providers, Medicaid dental, MinnesotaCare, managed care plans, county-based purchasing plans, fee-for-service, oral health access, safety-net clinics, federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, Indian health services, state-operated dental clinics, low-income patients, children's dental care, provider reimbursement, dental access

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• <00:24:42.840> know University of why shouldn't deed know University of why shouldn't deed
• When we were funded the amount of $63 million, we didn't have in consideration the 10% restriction, so
• many of our contracts were created before that 10% administrative restriction.
• restriction so first we're<01:20:21.199> uh<01:20:21.880> adjusting<01:20:22.320> so
• <02:08:47.040> but is in his office under deed but is in his office under deed but personally

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• The revenue from this tax is restricted to two specific capital projects.
• The revenue from this tax is restricted to two specific capital projects.
• <00:12:42.959> We size creates financial restrictions.
• We size creates financial restrictions.
• And over a deed and I do not support it.

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• to kind of talk about plans for how to address this fiscal note, and in that meeting DEED described
• the second year and Beyond um deed the second year and Beyond um deed interpreted<00:14:42.839><
• <00:15:16.040> assumed um and in the fiscal note deed assumed um and in the fiscal note deed
• <00:36:18.960> Pro situation I believe was so as deed Pro situation I believe was so as deed
• but it doesn't get released until deed but it doesn't get released until deed releases<01:26:00.639

Bills: HF3

Keywords: legislative auditor, reporting, accountability, state finance, executive agency oversight, 1183, house

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• Yet, these non-competes restrict health care providers from delivering care unless Essentia directly
• intergovernmental partnership that now exists between a number of agencies, but primarily DLI and DEED
• intergovernmental partnership that now exists between a number of agencies, but primarily DLI and DEED
• intergovernmental partnership that now exists between a number of agencies, but primarily DLI and DEED
• Now exists between a number of agencies, but primarily DLI and DEED, Revenue.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• What you can do is execute a transfer on debt deed and then upon your passing, the individual that you
• listed in that deed can file a successor affidavit.
• Speaker, we are becoming and moving, I think, into a state that is more regulated, more restrictive,
• Representative with all of the restrictions that we have Put on this type of care, what is there that
• I get that part, but because we have restricted the procedures and Care itself, is there any care to

Bills: SB1687, HB1687, HB4431, HB2894, HB2979, HB3262, HB3298, HB3369, HB3431, HB3462, SB1226, SB1876, SB1916, SB1920, HB3467, HB3498, HB3500, HB3521, HB3581, HB3650, HB3673, HB3764, HB3767, HB3781, HB3800, HB3831, HB3834, HB3941, HB2749, HB3970, HB3972, HB3979, HB3980, HB3981, HB3996, HB4095, HB4104, HB4191, HB4248, HB4298, HB4338, HB4427, HB4428, HJR1023, HB3660, HB3718, HB4326, HB3443, HB3880, HB3649, HB3000, SB1651, SB504, SB372, SB1326, SB1633, SB248, SB1242, SB1238, SB423, SB1989, SB1286, SB904, SB1213, SB1216, SB1827, SB65, SB1390, SB259, SB1944, SB540, SB2139, SB346, SB1595, SB1400, SB1555, SB1209, SB2110, SB1670, SB1061, SB2104, HR1057, SB1946, SB1734, SB1316, SB1360, SB1557, SB1684, SB2049, SB1410, SB2011, SB1437, SB1204, SB1732, SB1775, SB2084, SB1380, SB1572, SB1772, SB1224, SB710, SB1338, SB1266, SB1303, SB1307, SB1562, SB1794, SB1191, SB1983, SB1832, SB1448, SB1534, SB1593, SB1597, SB1630, SB1489, SB1726, SB1796, SB1806, SB1877, SB1451, SB1553, SB1632, SB1423, SB1425, SB1502, SB2180, SB1725, SB2182, HB3003, HB3004, HB4434, HB4324, HB4342, HB2137, HB4432, SJR50, SJR52, SJR53

Keywords: driver licenses, exam proctor, Service Oklahoma, commercial training, background checks, advance directive, advance health care directive, health care proxy, medical power of attorney, durable power of attorney for health care, living will, surrogate decision-maker, default surrogate, health care agent, capacity determination, supported decision making, mental health directive, psychiatric advance directive, end-of-life care, life-sustaining treatment

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• Deed fraud occurs when a bad actor records a forged deed, mortgage, or other instrument in the chain
• Deed fraud occurs when a bad actor records a forged deed, mortgage, or other instrument in the chain
• Any voluntary transfer, deed, mortgage, easement, quick claim deed, deed of trust, lease, option, or
• deed In discussing the deed fraud<00:40:43.080> protection fraud protection fraud protection
• <00:42:49.400> trust, easement, quick claim, deed of trust, easement, quick claim, deed of

Keywords: 916, all

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• Under current law, a mortgage or deed of trust can only serve as a fixture filing if the debtor's name
• It allows a mortgage or deed of trust to serve as a fixture filing without requiring an exact ID name
• In 44 states, the mortgage or deed of trust, it's a done deal.
• Also, as a practical matter, a mortgage or deed of trust can be effective for 60 years.
• Also, as a practical matter, a mortgage or deed of trust can be effective for 60 years.

Summary: The Assembly Banking and Finance Committee met as a subcommittee at first because a quorum was not yet present, then proceeded with bill presentations and later formal votes once enough members arrived. The chair reviewed committee procedures, including how to submit written testimony and rules for witnesses and conduct. The agenda included AB 771, AB 1507 on the consent calendar, and AB 1166. AB 771 by Assemblymember Massetto was presented as a technical fix to California’s Uniform Commercial Code. Supporters said it would allow a mortgage or deed of trust to serve as a fixture filing without requiring an exact match to the debtor’s ID, reducing duplicate filings, fees, and administrative burdens. There was no formal opposition, and the committee voted due pass. AB 1507 was then adopted on the consent calendar with a due pass recommendation. AB 1166 by Chair Valencia addressed debt settlement protections for small business commercial financing recipients by extending existing California debt settlement standards from consumer loans to business loans. Supporters, including the Responsible Business Lending Coalition and several financing providers, said the bill would curb harmful practices and align incentives, while still allowing debt settlement services. Members asked about the private right of action and statutory damages, and the bill was approved due pass. The committee later reopened the rolls for absent members, recorded additional aye votes, and adjourned after completing the agenda.

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• Members, to hearing some overview from our partners at DEED and, uh, Department of Labor.
• I’d like to welcome our friends from DEED.
• He continued, “DEED has resources to try to help at all stages.
• <01:08:29.080> in certainly and if we look at deed in certainly and if we look at deed in
• I know DEED went before me and they talked about some vocational rehabilitation.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The committee held an introductory organizational meeting for the newly named Workforce and Economic Development Committee, with Chair Dave Baker noting a quorum and that no votes or formal actions were scheduled. Members and staff introduced themselves and described their districts, backgrounds, and priorities. Several members emphasized worker protections, labor experience, small business concerns, rural economic issues, and the importance of balancing employer and employee interests. Others highlighted education-to-workforce pathways, affordability, support for seniors, and opportunities for immigrant and refugee communities. Chair Baker said he wants the committee to find a balance between protecting labor and ensuring a strong employment base, fair rules, and fair taxes, while also acknowledging concerns about recent policy trends and the need to get proposals right before they leave the committee. Members from both parties echoed themes of collaboration and economic opportunity, though some Republicans criticized past rules and regulations as burdensome on small businesses. The committee also welcomed nonpartisan staff and DFL/GOP staff, including the committee administrator, legislative assistant, House Research, and fiscal analysis staff. The committee then received an overview from DEED Commissioner Matt Varilek and deputy commissioners. Varilek described DEED’s mission as empowering growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone, increasing prosperity and extending it broadly, and coordinating with other agencies such as Labor and Industry to avoid duplication and use taxpayer dollars efficiently. He said DEED focuses on business attraction, retention, and expansion, workforce development, and helping Minnesotans—including people with disabilities—prepare for jobs and independent living. A deputy commissioner began outlining the economic development division’s structure and operations, but the transcript cuts off before the full presentation was completed.

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• DEED is not asking that we want some choice or anything.
• DEED is not asking that we want some choice or anything.
• DEED is not asking that we want some choice or anything.
• DEED is not asking that we want some choice or anything.
• DEED is not asking that we want some choice or anything.

Bills: HF1976

Keywords: paid leave, family leave, employment law, Minnesota statute, benefit eligibility, seasonal employment, workforce, labor rights, 1183, house

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• counties do it, but some counties do offer a service where if there's a transaction on your title deed
• Well, you've got good recorders of deeds and bad recorders of deeds, but everybody gets elected, right
• But not every recorder of deeds does as good a job as some of the other ones.
• And so is there a way to have a, on this database, that if you record a deed, the recorder records it
• It would be a lot stronger and more deterrent if we could talk to the recorder of deeds and the banks

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• days um upon uh passage and uh deed days um upon uh passage and uh deed refine<00:15:36.240>
• DEED was exercising authority to adjust premium rates in year one of the program.
• DEED engaged and said, you know, here's the challenges we think about having.
• Next, if we could have Deputy Commissioner Ro from DEED.
• deed deed and<00:40:22.920> I<00:40:23.040> don't<00:40:23.160> know<00:40:23.280

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing on the fiscal note process, prompted by concerns raised in a prior hearing about the fiscal note for the Paid Family and Medical Leave law. Chair Marty, Senator Pratt, and Senator Wiklund said the goal was not to revisit the bill itself but to strengthen understanding of fiscal note standards, the role of the Legislative Budget Office (LBO), and communication with agencies. They emphasized bipartisan concern that fiscal notes must be respected and that the process should be clearer going forward. Christian Larison of the LBO explained that the 2024 fiscal note issues stemmed from three main problems: choosing the proper baseline for a program that had not yet started, interpreting the seven-day qualifying event/waiting period, and determining whether DEED could adjust the first-year premium rate. He said the LBO, DEED, MMB, and House fiscal staff ultimately used the October 2023 actuarial analysis as the baseline because it was the most recent and likely most accurate estimate, but that choice meant the fiscal note did not show the difference from the 2023 enacted budget. He also described how DEED later interpreted the seven-day provision as a waiting period and how the premium-rate assumptions affected the fiscal impact. Larison outlined possible responses, including more assertive early communication from the LBO, providing more detailed analysis in unusual cases, and possibly creating a working group through the LBO Oversight Commission to consider new standards for substantial assumption changes, complex new programs, and third-party actuarial work. He also noted the LBO has authority to issue unapproved fiscal notes if standards are not met, though it has not used that authority. In questions, Senator Murphy asked about protecting the credibility of fiscal notes, and Larison said maintaining independence, objectivity, and consistent standards is central to the LBO’s role. No votes or formal actions were taken at the hearing.

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• Article 5 is all repealing obsolete programs with DEED.
• Article 5 is all repealing obsolete programs with DEED.
• Article 5 is all repealing obsolete programs with DEED.
• Article 5 is all repealing obsolete programs with DEED.
• <00:41:51.040> like >> To deed, a quick question for you. like >> To deed, a quick

Bills: HF3732

Keywords: workforce development, unemployment benefits, youth training, economic development, grants, job creation

Transcript Highlights:

• This is also includes a provision uh erroneously left out of the DE to provide instruction to deed regarding
• DE to provide instruction to deed DE to provide instruction to deed regarding<00:04:42.320> relocation
• Um, and I do agree that there is a lot of overlap between Minnesota State and what DEED funds.
• overlap between minstate and what deed overlap between minstate and what deed funds.<00:39:07.720
• Um, you know, I think we can, you know, DEED can probably figure that out.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• the committee's base general funding for the department of ag, Board of Animal Health, AURI, and the DEED
• <00:16:45.079> aurri<00:16:46.079> and<00:16:46.320> the<00:16:47.040> deed
• <00:16:47.360> office<00:16:47.600> of health uh aurri and the deed office of health
• uh aurri and the deed office of broadband<00:16:48.240> development<00:16:48.959> is broadband
• c> in<00:28:39.960> 2829<00:28:40.960> from There are no new recommendations for DEED

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I'm a trade secret, restrictive covenant, and employee mobility lawyer at the law firm Beck Reed Riden
• the consideration like that is typically offered in exchange for non-compete and various other restrictive
• Restrictive covenants.
• including the new tools granted to the seasonal communities by the legislature last session, such as deed-restricting
• year-round residents in permanently Colorado now houses 70% of its year-round residents in permanently deed-restricted

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee held a hearing on Governor Healey’s economic development proposal, H. 5386, also referred to as the Mass Winds Act, focused on global investment, talent, innovation, housing, and business competitiveness. Governor Healey, Secretary of Economic Development Eric Paley, and Secretary of Administration and Finance Matt Gorzkowicz described the bill as a response to federal uncertainty and global competition, building on the 2024 Mass Leads Act. They highlighted proposed investments in a Global Mass initiative, including a $50 million innovation access fund and $20 million for sites to help international companies locate or expand in Massachusetts, along with support for AI, quantum, robotics, defense innovation, climate tech, downtown revitalization, and creative/cultural economy projects. They also emphasized measures to lower business costs, including reducing the LLC filing fee, expanding the small business energy tax exemption, and streamlining housing and development rules. Committee members questioned the administration about non-compete reform, AI and data-center infrastructure, housing affordability, and whether the bill would help retain workers and companies in Massachusetts. The governor and secretaries argued that the non-compete changes would restore the original compromise by requiring any alternative to garden leave to be negotiated at separation, and they said the bill’s housing and workforce provisions are intended to help young workers stay in the state. They also said Massachusetts is already investing in AI training, an AI hub, and energy-related planning, while acknowledging that data-center growth will require careful attention to water, electricity, and ratepayer impacts. Several witnesses testified on specific sections. Northeastern University supported the internship tax credit, saying experiential learning helps students gain jobs and remain in Massachusetts. The Latino Empowerment Advisory Council supported the waiver of redundant English testing for internationally trained nurses, saying it would speed entry into the workforce without lowering clinical standards. Russell Beck opposed the non-compete changes, arguing they would undermine the 2018 compromise and could reduce other forms of employee compensation. The Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office opposed the LLC fee reduction, citing revenue loss and fraud concerns. Municipal and regional groups, including the MMA and the Metro Mayors Coalition, supported site plan review codification and downtown/arts investments, while urging continued municipal input. The AFL-CIO asked for trigger language to preserve labor protections if federal law changes, and business and industry witnesses generally supported the bill’s competitiveness and global investment provisions. No votes were taken; the hearing was informational, with written testimony invited after the meeting.

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• In Christ's deed, we pray, be reconciled to God.' ...and Christ's deed, we pray, be reconciled to God
• , building restrictions, and subdivision regulations.
• , building restrictions, and subdivision regulations.
• . ...without fear of any kind of fallback or restriction or harm or whatever you want to call it from
• He waves. without fear of any kind of fallback or restriction or harm or whatever you want to call it

Bills: SCR59, SCR70, HR275, HR279, HR282, HR289, HR307, HCR112, SCR61, SCR62, SCR64, SB121, HR310, HR314, HR316, HR317, HR321, HCR117, SCR5, SCR29, SCR33, SCR37, SCR63, SCR30, SCR40, SCR65, HCR3, HCR49, HCR66, HCR67, HB54, HB137, HB321, HB368, HB386, HB414, HB431, HB552, HB555, HB578, HB590, HB593, HB618, HB638, HB670, HB692, HB707, HB708, HB715, HB718, HB732, HB741, HB748, HB776, HB796, HB807, HB822, HB848, HB856, HB887, HB888, HB917, HB921, HB1082, HB1243, HB1246, HB1, HB2, HB42, HB45, HB71, HB79, HB126, HB133, HB159, HB213, HB218, HB222, HB289, HB291, HB312, HB313, HB324, HB352, HB383, HB398, HB403, HB429, HB457, HB459, HB549, HB571, HB579, HB591, HB608, HB616, HB624, HB766, HB769, HB783, HB804, HB864, HB874, HB909, HB951, HB971, HB983, HB1005, HB1017, HB1051, HB1056, HB1126, HB1186, HB1193, HB1223, HB1224, HB1235, HB1249, SB259, SB295, SB312, SB348, SB444, SB485, SB441, SB149, HB359, SB29, SB43, SB78, HB463, HB998, SB197, SB268, SB123, SB276, SB326, SB80, HB901, HR20, HR74, HCR65, HCR71, HCR98, HB284, HB306, HB341, HB366, HB393, HB458, HB577, HB603, HB605, HB614, HB625, HB646, HB733, HB752, HB773, HB798, HB911, HB955, HB996, HB1035, HB1069, HB1113, HB1140, HB1180, HB1191, HB1240, HB1255, SB82, SB89, SB97, SB479, HB74, HB119, HB134, HB210, HB258, HB468, HB784, HB870, HB953, HB956, HB1117, HB1236, SB42, SB208, SB217, SB274, SB300, SB341, SB379, SB382, SB387, SB401, SB449, SB487

Keywords: Major Richard Star Act, veterans, military retirement, disability compensation, VA benefits, combat-wounded, medically retired, military retirees, service members, veterans benefits, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, concurrent receipt, retirement offset, combat-related disability, bipartisan support, memorial resolution, Congressional memorial, Louisiana delegation, Richard Star

Summary: The House convened with a quorum and opened with prayer by Archbishop Checchio, the pledge, and the national anthem. Members also used personal privilege to recognize visiting officials, university leaders, grocers, Governor’s Fellows, and several special guests and honorees, including Grambling State University for its 125th anniversary, Tiger Athletics, and the Tiger Marching Band, as well as CASA volunteers and advocates. The chamber adopted a number of ceremonial resolutions and made several conference committee appointments and committee discharge motions. The floor then took up a series of Senate and House resolutions, many of which were adopted without objection or after brief debate. These included resolutions creating or studying task forces on topics such as homeowner catastrophe claims and insurance-related litigation, the Louisiana-Ireland Trade Commission, informed consent laws, fiscal note procedures, K-12 student success pathways, and military funding alignment. Members also adopted resolutions on domestic violence protective-order access, flood risk mapping, seismic activity in North Louisiana, illegal dumping enforcement, toll signage and customer service, and other local or commemorative matters. Several Senate resolutions were temporarily returned to the calendar, while others were adopted by recorded vote, including SCR 29, SCR 33, SCR 37, SCR 63, SCR 30, SCR 65, and SCR 40. The House then considered Senate Bill 259, which authorizes an online application process for civil protection orders and restraining orders for domestic violence victims; it passed 93-0. Senate Bill 312, dealing with public-sector labor organizations and dues/withdrawal procedures, prompted extended debate focused on whether the bill unfairly singled out teachers’ unions and whether teachers already have the ability to opt out; the bill ultimately passed 60-38. Senate Bill 348, allowing the City of St. George to contract for administrative assistance in motor-vehicle crash response, passed 84-9 after questions about citations, reports, and the role of third parties. Senate Bill 485, concerning St. George’s municipal fiscal authority and insurance premium taxes, passed 91-0 after an amendment removed new public facility charge authority. The House also debated Senate Bill 197, which would reduce the number of judges on the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal from 12 to 10 based on a workload and population study by the National Center for State Courts. Supporters cited the circuit’s smaller population and lower per-judge workload, while questions focused on the study’s publication and whether it actually recommended a reduction. The transcript ends during that debate, before final disposition is shown.

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• So as we come before your throne of grace, forgive us for any thought, action, word, or deed that is
• Majority-passed legislation restricted when law enforcement officers may wear facial coverings while

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a quorum present. Members received introductions of Pastor Ralph S. Hodge of Second Baptist Church in Richmond and students from the 26th District and surrounding areas. The House also adopted House Resolution 2195 honoring Robert Stouffer, with a request that adjournment be in his memory. During personal privilege remarks, members spoke on Pride Month and LGBTQ+ rights, and another member delivered a lengthy floor speech opposing firearm restrictions and defending self-defense rights. The chamber then adopted memorial and commending resolutions in blocks, including additional commending resolutions added by the clerk. The main item of business was House Bill 30, the budget, on which the House considered the governor’s 14 amendments. Amendments 3, 4, and 5 were taken up together and adopted, followed by adoption of Amendment 1 on referendum costs, Amendment 2 on Atlantic research support, Amendment 6 expanding REGO utility credit to cooperatives, Amendment 7 clarifying law-enforcement facial covering restrictions, Amendment 8 creating a firefighter cancer screening grant program, Amendment 9 funding a digital services team, Amendment 10 relating to acquisition of Oak Hill Farm, Amendment 11 on data center electricity tax technical changes, Amendment 12 on local sales tax referendum timing, Amendment 13 on paid sick leave, and Amendment 14 on firearms in public areas and delayed enactment. Most amendments passed by substantial margins, with Amendment 8 adopted unanimously. The House completed work on the calendar and then agreed to a motion to stand in recess pursuant to House Resolution 2069.

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• , AB 1056 will allow current gillnet fishermen to continue to fish for as long as they want, but restricts
• So are utilities going to start receiving notice from the counties of deed transfers or are they going

Keywords: 988, house, all