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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 4/7/25
Agriculture Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Clause 5 is the farm to school and early care program writer that we discussed last Wednesday.
- Clause 5 is the farm to school and early care program writer that we discussed last Wednesday.
- Clause 5 is the farm to school and early care program writer that we discussed last Wednesday.
- Clause 5 is the farm to school and early care program writer that we discussed last Wednesday.
- Paragraph A is for county... school and early care program writer school and early care program writer
Bills:
HF2446
Keywords:
agriculture finance, broadband development, Department of Agriculture, Board of Animal Health, Agricultural Utilization Research Institute, Office of Broadband Development, food safety, food handler license, cottage food, home processed food, livestock dealer, meat packing company, milk marketer, milk marketing license, grain buyer, grain storage, beginning farmer, emerging farmer, farm down payment assistance, livestock investment grant
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Appropriations S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 26th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- There's only one writer to be deleted, that is the sunset contingency writer, as the agency has been
- Recommendations also include the deletion of writer 8 and the writer 14 as they are no longer needed.
- Writer highlights.
- Recommendations include modifying writer 6 to merge the contents of two independent writers, former writer
- 6 and writer 7.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Conference Committee on HF2431 5/16/25 - Part 2
Transcript Highlights:
- per bienium and adding additional writer per bienium and adding additional writer language<00:04
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- campus sexual assault reporting writer campus sexual assault reporting writer into<00:06:44.160>
- So the writers on lines 51 and 52.
- the House offer to reinstate the writer the House offer to reinstate the writer for<00:10:07.920
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Budget Review Subcommittee on Justice and Judiciary (11-5-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- We had a grant writer who that was her primary responsibility who left last year.
- We had a grant writer who that was her primary responsibility who left last year.
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and full-time spot for a grant writer and full-time spot for a grant writer - We had a a grant writer who writing.
- And the other thought is in not replacing a grant writer because of lack of funding.
Summary:
The subcommittee heard presentations from the Legal Aid Network of Kentucky, including Legal Aid of the Bluegrass, Kentucky Legal Aid, AppalRed Legal Aid, and the Legal Aid Society in Louisville. The presenters explained that the four nonprofit programs provide civil legal services in all 120 counties, focusing on low-income clients and matters such as domestic violence, family law, housing, expungement, public benefits, and veterans’ issues. They emphasized that they do not handle criminal defense cases and described statewide efforts such as the kyjustice.org website and Project Renew, which helps people in recovery with legal issues that affect stability, employment, housing, and family reunification.
Each organization highlighted regional service challenges and examples of casework. Legal Aid of the Bluegrass described its 33-county service area, its mobile “justice bus,” and expungement work for people in recovery. Kentucky Legal Aid focused on disaster response after the December 2021 tornadoes, including insurance disputes and contractor fraud, and said it has continued to handle repeated FEMA-declared disasters. AppalRed described serving 37 rural counties with limited attorneys, the shortage of lawyers in “rural legal deserts,” and its disaster-response work after flooding and tornadoes, including FEMA appeals clinics and volunteer attorney support. The Legal Aid Society described its Louisville-area veteran services, including Social Security and VA disability cases, veterans treatment court referrals, and homeless outreach.
Committee members praised the organizations’ work and noted the importance of their services. In response to questions about funding, the presenters said their support comes from a mix of Legal Services Corporation funds, state appropriations, federal grants such as VOCA, VAWA, and HUD, United Way, and foundation funding. They stressed that many grants are restricted, while state funding is more flexible and useful for emergencies and day-to-day operations. The presenters said current funding does not fully meet demand and requested an increase in the General Assembly’s appropriation from $500,000 per year to $1 million per year, or $2 million over the biennium.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII Feb 25th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Articles VI, VII, & VIII
Transcript Highlights:
- Excuse me, continuing to page five, recommended nations, delete writer three.
- This is the writer that is redundant with an. Article 9 provision.
- Recommendations include the deletion of Writer 3, as there's a corresponding informational writer in
- And the deletion of Writer 4, which was a contingency writer for Senate Bill 1414.
- And we see, as the writers, the most appropriate fit for that. OK.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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- You know, our grant writer has done a great job. I get that point.
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Summary:
The committee heard testimony on HB 1294 HD2, which would create a workforce housing working group within the Department of Agriculture to address agricultural workforce housing shortages. The Department of Agriculture supported the bill’s intent but emphasized that the first step should be a study to determine actual housing demand, noting many farmers have very low incomes and may not be able to support housing costs. A DHHL representative said the department supports the measure as a first step but does not currently plan to expand housing on its agricultural lands; members also discussed the distinction between agricultural and pastoral leases and asked for follow-up information on lease numbers and ranchers growing feed.
Testimony on HB 1294 was overwhelmingly supportive, with farm and farmers’ organizations saying housing is critical to sustaining agriculture and should be located near farm operations when possible. Members questioned how housing eligibility would be enforced and whether federal housing funds could be used. The committee reported 38 testimonies in support, none opposed, and two comments, then voted to pass HB 1294 HD2 with amendments, including a date defect to July 1, 2050; the motion carried with five in favor and the recommendations were adopted.
The committee then took up HB 428 HD1, establishing the Hawaii Farm to Families Program to address food shortages and requiring reports before the 2026 regular session. The Department of Agriculture urged the bill’s continuation and appropriations, citing rescinded federal grant programs and a planned $1.1 million application to support food banks and kalo production. Food banks, the Hawaii Farm Bureau, the Hawaii Farmers Union, and other groups strongly supported the measure, describing rising demand for charitable food assistance, especially for fresh produce and protein, and noting that many families are struggling despite working multiple jobs. Witnesses also described school pantry and backpack programs, food rescue partnerships with retailers, and the need for more stable state support; one witness asked for at least $5 million in funding for farm families.
Committee members asked about food insecurity levels, food safety, abuse of food assistance, and how the program would connect farmers with schools and food banks. Food bank representatives said they already work with DOE school pantry programs and inspect all donated food for safety, and they suggested a grant or escrow-style payment model could help farmers by reducing reimbursement delays. The transcript does not show a final vote on HB 428 before the excerpt ends.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Feb 25th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V
Transcript Highlights:
- Writer modifications for writers 4 and 5 include additional language that clarify the use of the interest
- And recommendations do include a new writer there at the bottom of the page, writer 13.
- and the authority was identified at the strategy level at each end of article bill pattern and this writer
- And then you'll see two writers with minimum adjustments there. And then turning to page 5.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Now on page 13 item 13 amendment to writer 14 reporting requirements federal funds reporting requirement
- adopted item 16 amendment to writer 29 concerning unexpended balance authority for various capital budget
- And page 14 top the page item number 18 deletion of writer division report that contains Number 19, amendment
- to rider 28 professional development for early childhood education is adopted item 19 amendment to writer
Bills:
SB 1
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Article III Feb 24th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Article III
Transcript Highlights:
- Writer 13 consolidates all of the agency's special education. funding riders for clarity.
- Writer 80 creates a new Texas.
- If you'll move with me to page 10, writer highlights.
- reporting requirement, and deletion of Writer 23, the contingency writer for SB 10 HDR 2.
- In the appendix, we provide a writer language to accomplish this. Thank you. Members, thank you.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy Finance and Policy Committee 3/12/26
Energy Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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Keywords:
utilities, rate cases, cost recovery, reporting requirements, gas infrastructure, 1183, house
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS House Floor - 13 February, 2026; 9:00 AM
Mississippi House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- He's a longtime sports writer, newspaper guy. Has worked all over Mississippi and Alabama.
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Summary:
The House opened with a guest-led prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then confirmed a quorum and dispensed with reading the journal. There were no select committee reports, and standing committee reports were noted as being on the calendar. The chamber also welcomed visitors, including Florence Middle School student council members, school administrators and teachers, and longtime sports writer Jeff Bird.
On the calendar, the House considered motions to reconsider and tabled House Bills 1441 and 1442. The rules calendar then took up House Resolutions 4 through 14 in a block, and the House gave them final passage. Immediate release was requested and granted for those resolutions.
During announcements, a member changed a prior vote on House Bill 1314 from nay to yea. Members also offered memorials for Jerry Montgomery and Dr. Mary Washington of Humphreys County. The Speaker thanked members for a productive week, and the House adopted a motion to adjourn until 4:00 p.m. Monday.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- On page 16, section 4 includes writer highlights.
- Writer changes include minor technical modifications.
- Deleted writers are listed at the bottom of page 17.
- Turn to section 4, writer highlights, on page 5.
- aspects of the current writers.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Oh, I know, I wanted to ask you about the writers, the transparency. writer that you have in here that
- The writers are toward the back, sorry. Yes, clarified several writers to include.
- Marie, I'd have to actually look at which writers we're talking about. I'm looking at page 20.
- Writer 59.
- It's it indicates that you want to edit the writer to to Require the reporting but to remove quote other
Summary:
The meeting covered various topics, but specific discussions and bills were not detailed in the available transcript. Despite the lack of documented debates or acknowledgments, it was noted that committee members were present, and there may have been attempts to address crucial legislative matters. The dynamics of the meeting suggested a standard procedural gathering where routine insights were likely shared among the attendees.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Page 9, new writer 29. It is a specific area, it's the Rosario County. What area? Rosario County.
- On page 8, section 4 includes writer highlights.
- Writer changes include minor technical modifications to remove obsolete language, make conforming changes
- Add a new writer 31 directing the Department of Agriculture to provide free breakfast in lieu of reduced
- Arguments of both writers are complete. Turning to page 10.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Transportation committee considers bills aimed at ending Northstar Commuter Rail service 2/24/25
Transcript Highlights:
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Summary:
The committee took up House File 269 and House File 749 together, both aimed at ending Northstar Commuter Rail service. The bill author described HF 269 as directing the Metropolitan Council and MnDOT to request a federal waiver and discontinue Northstar operations, with HF 749 setting performance requirements that would trigger a similar termination request. Supporters argued Northstar has low ridership, high operating subsidies, and large maintenance costs, and said the agencies now agree with the intent to terminate the line and possibly replace it with bus rapid transit. The chair moved HF 269 to the general register while also laying HF 749 over in committee, and testimony was heard on both bills at once.
Testimony split sharply. Supporters of termination, including the bill author and Annette Meeks, said Northstar has consistently underperformed ridership projections, has required large taxpayer subsidies, and should be ended rather than extended. Opponents, including Jesse Cook, Darwin Scherlan, Joel Mueller, Katie Nicholson, and Annie Buckle, argued the line still serves riders, workers, and communities, that low frequency and underinvestment are the real problems, and that the state should improve service rather than shut it down. Several opponents emphasized Northstar’s role for commuters, special events, and future growth, especially the St. Cloud corridor.
Met Council Chair Charlie Zelle and MnDOT Commissioner Danenberger said they support carefully evaluating alternatives to commuter rail and acknowledged the subsidy is not acceptable, but they also said the agencies are working with the federal government and BNSF on possible next steps. Zelle said the agencies believe bus service could provide more frequent and direct service, and when asked directly, he confirmed they are in favor of terminating Northstar and replacing it with bus service if feasible. No final disposition beyond the motion on HF 269 and the laying over of HF 749 was recorded in the excerpt.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- There's a, um, The last couple of pages are, are related just a few notable, um, writer issues.
- Um, we, we put in a few writer requests.
- On your charts though, let's see, um, oh, I know, I wanted to ask you about the writers.
- I'd have to actually look at which writers. Oh, I'm looking at page 20. Writer 59.
- It indicates that you want to edit the writer.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 3/3/25
Agriculture Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Farmers generally are not grant writers; that’s not their favorite activity in the world to do.
- Farmers generally are not grant writers; that’s not their favorite activity in the world to do.
- Farmers generally are not grant writers; that’s not their favorite activity in the world to do.
- Farmers generally are not grant writers; that’s not their favorite activity in the world to do.
- Farmers generally are not grant writers; that’s not their favorite activity in the world to do.
Keywords:
HF770, Rural Finance Authority, RFA, capital investment, state bonds, general obligation bonds, bonding bill, agricultural loans, farm loans, beginning farmer, new farmer, seller-sponsored loans, loan restructuring, agricultural improvement loans, livestock expansion, modernization loans, rural development, Minnesota agriculture, farm credit, chapter 41B
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- And we have a position for a grant writer right now that we're going for um to help us obtain more funding
- And we have a position for a grant writer right now that we're going for um to help us obtain more funding
- And we have a position for a grant<00:09:38.560>
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Summary:
The joint AEN-HRE hearing focused on HCR 130, HD1, which urges increased and sustained funding for the island invasive species committees and the Hawaii Ant Lab within the University of Hawaii’s Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit. The Department of Agriculture said it supported the intent and noted that ISC funding flows through the Hawaii Invasive Species Council budget item via DLNR, while also describing ongoing collaboration with DLNR and efforts to support ant control work. Testifiers from CAPS, the University of Hawaii, the Oahu Invasive Species Committee, and CARES all supported the resolution, emphasizing that invasive species work is underfunded, that the island committees and Hawaii Ant Lab do critical control, research, outreach, and eradication work, and that sustained resources are needed to plan effectively and respond to priority pests such as little fire ant, coconut rhinoceros beetle, and coqui frog.
A lengthy exchange followed over whether the resolution was meaningful, since it would be urging the state to fund work the Legislature itself controls. Several members argued that a resolution alone has no legal effect and that funding should come through bills and appropriations instead. In response, the Department of Agriculture said its top biosecurity needs are personnel and chemicals, and noted it is building up its plant quarantine and plant pest control divisions with prior funding and HB 427. Oahu Invasive Species Committee representatives said they rely heavily on Hawaii Invasive Species Council grants, have limited soft funding, and need more stable resources; they also pointed to annual reports and prior testimony as documentation of their work.
After a brief recess, the chairs announced they would pass the resolution with amendments to make it more relevant. The amendments changed the title and text to urge the counties, Congress, and other relevant agencies—not the state alone—to provide increased and sustained funding, and added language urging all of those bodies to seek federal grants. The AEN committee then voted to pass HCR 130, HD1, as amended, and the HRE committee also voted to pass it with amendments. The motion was adopted in both committees.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Bill to allow striking workers to receive unemployment benefits heard in committee 4/3/25
Transcript Highlights:
- in order to get workers to accept lower wages and benefits, which was the strategy used during the Writers
- in order to get workers to accept lower wages and benefits, which was the strategy used during the Writers
- in order to get workers to accept lower wages and benefits, which was the strategy used during the Writers
- They lose the incentive to do what Disney CEO Bob Iger called during the last writers' and actors' strike
- Executives in 23 during The Writers Executives in 23 during The Writers Guild<00:08:38.719>
strike
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Hearing Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee and Senate Judiciary Committee Dec 8th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- who represents a district that's Santa Cruz and Santa Clara counties, that's full of artists and writers
- of writers in film, TV, and streaming, most of whom are here in California.
- of writers in film, TV, and streaming, most of whom are here in California.
- Nicole Bowman said she is a writer and, more importantly, a mother of three very creative kids.
- Nicole Bowman said she is a writer and, more importantly, a mother of three very creative kids.
Summary:
The Senate Judiciary Committee and Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee held an informational hearing at Stanford on the intersection of artificial intelligence, copyright, transparency, and California’s creative economy. Chairs and members emphasized that the hearing was not on a specific bill and no vote would be taken. Opening remarks framed the issue as balancing protection for artists and other rights holders with the need to keep AI innovation and related economic activity thriving in California, while noting that federal action is unlikely and that state policy may influence national standards.
The first panel featured Professor Pamela Samuelson and Stanford researcher Rishi Bommasani. Samuelson reviewed the current copyright litigation landscape, including dozens of lawsuits over AI training, and explained the fair use framework, the Google Books precedent, and the uncertainty around newer theories such as market dilution. She said states can likely regulate transparency, deepfakes, privacy, and safety, but warned that some proposals may be preempted by federal copyright law. Bommasani described widespread opacity around training data among major California AI companies, discussed AB 2013 and the EU AI Act as transparency models, and identified gaps in disclosure design, enforcement, and whether transparency alone can address copyright and IP concerns. Members asked about open-source models, opt-outs, machine unlearning, user data, and state options for protecting creators.
The second panel included SAG-AFTRA board member Jason George, Animation Guild president Danny Lynn, and OpenAI copyright counsel Mark Gray. George and Lynn argued that AI training on performers’ and artists’ work without consent or compensation threatens jobs, bargaining power, and reputations, and they supported stronger transparency and licensing requirements so creators can identify when their work is used. Gray said AI is already being used as a productivity tool and highlighted partnerships between AI companies and publishers, record labels, and studios, while arguing that specific harmful uses such as deepfakes should be regulated directly rather than restricting general-purpose AI development. Committee members discussed labeling and watermarking of AI-generated content, transparency around model use, and whether state law should require more detailed disclosure of training data; no formal action was taken.