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• the governor needs to be able to declare an emergency if there's a terrible tragedy, a tornado, a nuclear
• From electrical grids to water treatment to nuclear plants, imagine the impact on Minnesotans in the
• These actors attacked nuclear plants in the UK, India, and there was a failed attack here on US soil.

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• Forty percent of energy afloat was coming from renewables, including nuclear, because we had nuclear-powered
• Forty percent of energy afloat was coming from renewables, including nuclear, because they had nuclear-powered
• Forty percent of energy afloat was coming from renewables, including nuclear, because we had nuclear-powered
• ><00:42:54.240><c> we</c><00:42:54.480><c> had</c> of including nuclear because we had of including nuclear
• Um I've considered nuclear a renewable.

Committee: House Ways and Means

Transcript Highlights:

• Fusion energy could eventually provide clean, dependable power without the long-lived nuclear waste associated
• with traditional nuclear generation.
• County schools and communities who have the responsibility of hosting California's only operating nuclear
• California's only operating nuclear power plant, and your fortitude and understanding of how to champion

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• segue into this statement, such as the 2025, 2026... ...such as the 2025, 2026 strikes on Iranian nuclear
• half of my question, again, I'll read since it was a minute ago. 2025 to 2026 strikes on Iranian nuclear
• And their job right now is protecting the missiles that will shoot down the nuclear weapons that get
• And their job right now is protecting the missiles that will shoot down the nuclear weapons that get

Committee: Senate Director Nominations

Transcript Highlights:

• HB 2494 will entirely remove all power plants, both thermal, which includes coal, natural gas, and nuclear
• environmental compatibility, and so this would... ...compatibility, and so this would primarily affect nuclear
• What we've heard discussed is that this might mostly apply to gas and coal and even to nuclear SMRs,
• What we've heard discussed is that this might mostly apply to gas and coal and even to nuclear SMRs,

Committee: Senate Senate Natural Resources Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee first heard an informational presentation on transportation fuel supply in Arizona from Gordon Shemp of Nemecu Analytics. He described Arizona’s dependence on pipeline deliveries, limited terminal inventories, and the resulting vulnerability to outages and price spikes. He also discussed recent refinery closures in California, increased imports from overseas, and a proposed Kinder Morgan project that could add east-to-west capacity into Phoenix. Committee members asked about fuel formulations and how many fuel types move through the system; Shemp said the project would not change destination fuel specifications and that multiple fuel products already move through the pipelines. The committee then took up House Bill 2758, which would allow groundwater transport from the McMullen Valley basin to an initial AMA and related uses, with provisions for eligible entities, transportation fees, and water improvement programs. Supporters, including Stan Barnes, Jim Downing, and Barry Arons, argued the bill follows the 1991 transfer-basin framework, provides needed water augmentation for urban Arizona, and includes local benefits and guardrails. Opponents, including La Paz County Supervisor Holly Irwin, Devonna Sater, and Ed Curry, said the bill would worsen groundwater decline, subsidence, and well failures in Salome and Wenden and favored rural communities being used to solve urban water shortages. The committee approved HB 2758 on a 4-3 vote. The committee also considered HB 2078, which clarifies that certain aggregate mining reclamation notice requirements apply only to new reclamation plans and new aggregate operations, not existing mines. The sponsor said the bill fixes confusion from prior legislation, and the committee passed it 5-0. HB 2031, extending the deadline for applying for a certificate of grandfathered right in the Wilcox AMA from 15 to 27 months, also passed after some members argued the extension was needed for affected applicants while others said it would delay needed protections. HB 2102, allowing county improvement districts in certain basins to use eminent domain for a well and standpipe site and to operate domestic water delivery systems, and HB 2103, allowing gifts and fee revenues to support water hauling and local water improvement programs, both passed 4-3 despite opposition that they were only partial fixes. Later, HB 2117, which increases the annual distribution cap for conservation district education centers and shifts Environmental Special Plate Fund disbursements to the Natural Resource Conservation Board, passed 5-2 after supporters called it a technical cleanup and one member objected to changing the administering entity. HB 2261, revising agricultural property tax valuation terminology and requiring income-based valuation for agricultural real property, passed 4-3 after assessors and county representatives warned it would remove agricultural improvements from the tax rolls and shift costs to homeowners, while farm groups said it would clarify and stabilize agricultural taxation. Finally, HB 2262, transferring the Resource Analysis Division from the State Land Department to the Arizona Geological Survey and changing related geospatial advisory duties, was presented with State Land Department concerns that the bill left several duties and funding questions unclear; the transcript ends before any final action on HB 2262.

Transcript Highlights:

• And if we instead switch to diverse energy, firm energy, and nuclear power, we can reduce the cost of
• switch to diverse energy, firm energy, switch to diverse energy, firm energy, and<00:31:39.279><c> nuclear
• 40.240><c> we</c><00:31:40.399><c> can</c><00:31:40.559><c> reduce</c><00:31:40.799><c> the</c> and nuclear
• power, we can reduce the and nuclear power, we can reduce the cost<00:31:41.360><c> electricity.

Bills: HB1952 , HB1951 , HB1929 , HB2497 , HB2208 , HB2572 , HB1953 , HB2551 , HB2549 , HB1737 , HB1628 , HB1769 , HB2493 , HB2264 , HB1997 , HB2168 , HB2427 , HB1805 , HB2180 , HB2184 , HB2219 , HB2469 , HB2233 , HB2519 , HB2141 , HB1904 , HB2201 , HB2410 , HB2007 , HB2385 , HB2444 , HB2349 , HB2235 , HB1872 , HB2416 , HB2291 , HB2292 , HB2263 , HB2359 , HB2455 , HB1509 , HB1514 , HB1515 , HB1648 , HB2164 , HB2323 , HB1825 , HB2172 , HB1888 , HB2005 , HB2387 , HB2358 , HB2119 , HB2276 , HB2472 , HB1714 , HB2325 , HB1541 , HB1960 , HB2140 , HB2315 , HB2367 , HB2388 , HB1696 , HB2333 , HB2138 , HB2332 , HB2283 , HB2059 , HB2057 , HB2589 , HB2417 , HB2337 , HB1588 , HB2217 , HB2020 , HB1915 , HB1742 , HB2026 , HB1965 , HB1546 , HB2360 , HB1563 , HB1749 , HB2614 , HB1511 , HB1753 , HB1849 , HB1641 , HB2161 , HB2194 , HB1721 , HB2284 , HB2188 , HB1897 , HB1880 , HB1573 , HB1876 , HB20 , HB2137

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• One is now graduated from Missouri S&T, summa cum laude, in nuclear engineering, and works at the Callaway
• Nuclear Plant.
• One is now graduated from Missouri, S&T, summa camaraderie in nuclear engineering, and works at the Calaway
• Nuclear Plan.

Committee: House Elementary and Secondary Education

Transcript Highlights:

• . ...and tackle the world's greatest engineering challenges, such as the practical application of nuclear
• I gave a very good example, I think, in my opening remarks on nuclear... nuclear propulsion.
• appreciate it and appreciate the opportunity to visit with you. was so pleased to hear you talk about nuclear

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Keywords: state policy, governance, legislative processes, public concerns, policy improvement

Summary: During the committee meeting, various issues surrounding state policy and governance were deliberated. Although the specifics of bills under discussion were not highlighted, comments from several committee members indicated a focus on improving legislative processes and addressing public concerns. The chairman facilitated discussions that included several points of critique as well as suggestions for enhancement of existing laws. The atmosphere remained constructive despite the complexity of the topics at hand.

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• Authority to consult with the Arizona Corporation Commission to develop and adopt criteria for awarding a nuclear-ready
• Madam Whip, members, as passed the House, House Bill 2932 ... awarding a nuclear-ready community designation

Summary: The Republican caucus reviewed a long list of House bills with Senate amendments, mostly hearing brief staff summaries and sponsor comments on whether they concurred. Topics included tax filing penalties, water and court procedures, vaccination and mask rules, bullion investment, nursing care complaint timelines, privacy protections for property and voter records, medical-record access, professional licensing procedures, school and family law changes, public records access for legislators, AI procurement, fingerprint clearance for traffic survival school instructors, development fees, infrastructure districts, distracted driving penalties, health aide scope of practice, eviction record sealing, backyard structure rules in planned communities, inmate transition services, nuclear-ready community designation, DCS parent-rights notices, domestic-violence evidence standards, inmate mental health study committee, legislative subpoena enforcement, trade office oversight, public power reporting, Native American language proficiency, mental health judicial review timelines, mobile food vendor licensing, medical-intervention requirements in schools, and school board training and meeting transparency. In most cases, the sponsor or a representative indicated concurrence with the Senate amendments, and the caucus generally moved through the bills without extended debate. A few bills drew brief explanation from sponsors about the policy purpose, such as aligning nursing-facility oversight with federal requirements, improving access to medical records, clarifying rules for licensed health aides, and adjusting school-related provisions. Some bills were noted as being sent back to the Senate or otherwise set aside, including HB 2035 and HB 2249. No formal votes were taken in the transcript; the meeting functioned as a caucus review of Senate amendments and sponsor concurrence before floor action. The caucus concluded after HB 2380, with members thanked for attending.

Transcript Highlights:

• He has over 40 years of experience leading global operations, high-stakes nuclear deterrence missions
• It's the only installation we have two legs of the nuclear triad.
• It's the only installation we have two legs of the nuclear triad, and I would routinely say to Air Force
• And just for the committee here, I am a former nuclear engineer.
• My background is that I started my career as an experimental nuclear physicist at Yale and worked at

Summary: The committee met at Minot State to continue its study of artificial intelligence, with a focus on child safety, sexual exploitation, chatbot risks, and education policy. Members first approved the minutes and then received a Legislative Council overview of AI-related harms to children, including AI-generated child sexual abuse material, deepfakes, extortion, and chatbot companion risks. The memo reviewed North Dakota and federal law, recent state enactments, First Amendment limits, and examples from other states, including Connecticut’s AI companion safeguards and federal efforts such as the Take It Down Act. Members discussed whether North Dakota’s existing 2025 laws on minors and harmful material are strong enough in light of recent court decisions, and Legislative Council indicated it would provide additional comparison material before the next meeting. Superintendent Levi Bachmeier then presented on AI in education, arguing that schools need guardrails but should not ban AI outright. He said AI should be treated as a tool that can support instruction, teacher efficiency, and digital literacy, while warning against passive use, academic integrity problems, and overreliance on machines. He suggested embedding AI and digital literacy across subjects rather than creating a standalone class, and said schools should provide basic instruction when students receive one-to-one devices. Members asked about parent concerns, local control, higher education partnerships, and how to balance access with safety; Bachmeier emphasized a “threading the needle” approach and said the department would likely seek more guidance on digital literacy and cybersecurity. Special Agent Hellseth of BCI followed with testimony on AI and child exploitation. He said AI is already being used in North Dakota to create explicit images from innocent photos, impersonate children and adults, and facilitate grooming, harassment, and extortion. He described several cases involving AI-generated sexual images and said victims often suffer lasting trauma even when the images are fake. Hellseth explained that investigators use AI tools themselves to process large volumes of data and identify synthetic images, but that the workload is growing and victim services need expansion. He urged stronger accountability for companies, more resources for law enforcement and victim support, and continued training and public education. Members asked about cyber tip volume, staffing, false accusations, and corporate reporting obligations; Hellseth said every tip is reviewed, the unit is small but expanding, and current federal reporting laws are not proactive enough. Representative Porter suggested combining the Legislative Council memo and Bachmeier’s recommendations into a comprehensive bill draft for the next meeting.

Transcript Highlights:

• Not only he was in just his nuclear family, but it extended to all the family and you can see all Tongans
• Not only he was in just his nuclear family, but it extended to all the family and you can see all Tongans
• Not only he was in just his nuclear family, but it extended to all the family and you can see all Tongans
• Not only he was in just his nuclear family, but it extended to all the family and you can see all Tongans
• Not only he was in just his nuclear family, but it extended to all the family and you can see all Tongans

Committee: Senate Judiciary

Summary: The committee hearing covered three judicial confirmations for the First Circuit family court. The first nominee, Maria F. Penn, was introduced for confirmation to a six-year term as a district family court judge. Testimony from family law attorneys and the Hawaii State Bar Association was strongly supportive, emphasizing her courtroom demeanor, preparation, knowledge of family law, respect for litigants and counsel, and ability to manage emotionally difficult family court matters. Judge Penn also spoke about her background, including her legal career, prior service as a PDM family court judge, and her view that family court requires both legal judgment and empathy. The chair noted that the committee would not vote that day and would take up votes the next morning. The second nomination was Wilson Aunga for a district family court judgeship. Supporters described his character, community involvement, and suitability for family court, including testimony from the Honolulu prosecutor, longtime friends, classmates, community members, and others. Speakers highlighted his work with youth, his leadership in the prosecutor’s office, his calm and impartial temperament, and his commitment to education and public service. The chair reported 105 supporters, no opposition, and one comment from the Hawaii State Bar Association. Additional testimony continued from members of the public, including a speaker discussing mental health and personal support for Aunga. Throughout the hearing, the chair enforced a two-minute limit on oral testimony and explained that the committee was short on time and would recess as needed. No votes were taken during the hearing; the chair announced that voting would occur the following day in the same room.

Transcript Highlights:

• Operation Janus, which puts Fort Drum in the running to be one of the first installations to harness nuclear
• There isn't a report, though, that estimates how New York's investments in areas like nuclear power generation
• There isn't a report, though, that estimates how New York's investments in areas like nuclear power generation

Summary: The Senate convened with ceremonial opening proceedings, approved the prior journal, and then moved through a series of calendar actions, including discharging and substituting identical companion bills from committee and restoring several bills to the Third Reading Calendar after reconsideration. The chamber also took up a supplemental budget calendar and a controversial supplemental budget extender, with Senator O’Mara questioning the delay in final budget negotiations, the size of the extender, table targets, and unresolved policy issues such as auto insurance reforms, SEQRA, New York for All, and CLCPA changes. Senator Serrano responded that negotiations were ongoing and that the extender was a clean measure to keep state government functioning. The budget extender bills were then passed, with Senator Weik voting in the negative on one of them. The Senate also adopted a resolution memorializing May 4, 2026, as 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum Day, and hosted Major General Scott Naumann and other Fort Drum leaders and soldiers for remarks on the division’s deployments, readiness, economic impact, and requests for continued state support on items such as microreactors, health care, DMV services, dining facilities, airports, and mineral-related development. The Fort Drum resolution drew extensive bipartisan praise from Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, Minority Leader Ortt, Senator Scarcella-Spanton, Senator Ashby, Senator Walczyk, and others, who emphasized the division’s military history, its role as a major employer and economic driver in Northern New York, and the sacrifices of service members and their families. Several senators highlighted individual soldiers in attendance and their service records, while the resolution was opened for co-sponsorship and adopted. The Senate also recognized a visiting child author, Thomas Ortiz, who was introduced for publishing a book encouraging kindness and friendship. After the ceremonial segment, the Senate returned to regular business and passed a series of bills on the calendar, including measures affecting environmental conservation, executive law, public service, education, public authorities, real property tax, criminal procedure, election law, and civil rights. Some bills drew negative votes from a bloc of senators, particularly on the environmental, criminal procedure, election, and civil rights measures, but all listed bills were ultimately passed. The Senate then adjourned until the next day.

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• servant in the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservancy, and Nuclear
• servant in the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservancy, and Nuclear
• He is here as part of the government, Conservancy and Nuclear Safety.

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• home: hydroelectric power, geothermal potential, natural gas, and the emerging promise of advanced nuclear
• home, hydroelectric power, geothermal potential, natural gas, and the emerging promise of advanced nuclear
• We have the opportunity to lead in advanced nuclear.

Committee: Senate State Affairs

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• over from the defense era, where New Mexico was mined for about half the country's uranium for our nuclear
• now. ...back then in our country's regulatory regime, which we do have some of that now with the Nuclear
• We need legislation that's a billion-dollar-plus for just defense or nuclear waste.

Bills: SB66 , SB79 , SB108

Committee: Senate Senate Conservation

Keywords: environment, cleanup, contamination, uranium mining, abandoned sites, state funding, mosquito control, public health, surveillance, prevention funds, local government grants, food security, agriculture, food bank, regional program, appropriation

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• engineering, when you work with government entities like the lab, Air Force Research Lab, and Air Force Nuclear
• This company will be producing hypersonic missiles for non-nuclear deterrence.
• I was just wondering if these might also be used to track the transfer of nuclear waste as they're making

Committee: House Science, Technology & Telecommunications Committee

Transcript Highlights:

• You know, the last nuclear plant time.
• You know, the last nuclear plant that<01:08:34.400><c> was</c><01:08:34.560><c> constructed</c><01:08
• </c><01:50:11.280><c> and</c> um when they they got out of nuclear and um when they they got out of nuclear
• But now they're switching<01:50:16.080><c> back</c><01:50:16.320><c> to</c><01:50:16.560><c> nuclear<
• back to nuclear and they're they're<01:50:18.000><c> trying</c><01:50:18.159><c> to</c><01:50:18.400

Bills: SCR48 , SCR28 , SCR74 , SCR62 , SCR60 , SCR89 , SCR147 , SCR179 , SCR182 , SCR59 , SCR54 , SCR180

Keywords: affordable housing, housing credits, perpetual credits, development, Hawaii Housing Finance, Vietnam veterans, commemorative medal, recognition, working group, Hawaii, no-bid contracts, emergency procurement, audit, state agencies, public funds, accountability, emergency response, disability access, 911 systems, life-saving measures

Transcript Highlights:

• And we've got to explore things like, you know, the new and improved form of nuclear.
• That is inferred nuclear.”
• Look, I’m a kid who grew up in the shadows of Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant, right?
• I understand, like, people’s visceral response and concern about nuclear power.”
• You think about the work that’s going on with small modular nuclear.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Ways and Means

Transcript Highlights:

• So, but just from memory, the qualitative differences between the two of you: you have a nuclear power
• So, uh, 27 cents per megawatt was natural gas. 35 is coal, 37 is nuclear, and that's for when you're
• We need those types of numbers. nuclear power plant, super expensive to nuclear power plant, super expensive
• So again, when you're nuclear plant.
• , and that's for when you're is nuclear, and that's for when you're looking<01:14:28.719><c> at</c><01

Bills: HF3298

Committee: House Energy Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:

• We don’t have the capability to produce nuclear fuel in this country.
• fleet in the world and uh, you nuclear fleet in the world and uh, you know,<00:52:44.800><c> about</
• </c> know, about I think 54 nuclear know, about I think 54 nuclear generating<00:52:47.280><c> facilities
• </c><00:53:25.040><c> I</c> produce nuclear fuel in this country.
• I produce nuclear fuel in this country.

Bills: SF0102 , SF0123 , SF0021 , SF0099

Committee: House Minerals, Business & Economic Development