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• revenues that's associated with savings in energy costs paid for by the state and this staff time reduction
• um due to a number of reasons that um due to a number of reasons that Staffing<04:11:57.760><c> reduction
• said, okay, we understand that the most expensive element to a change in the pension system is a reduction
• </c><04:38:42.639><c> system</c><04:38:43.000><c> is</c><04:38:43.119><c> a</c><04:38:43.359><c> reduction
• </c><04:38:43.760><c> in</c> the pension system is a reduction in the pension system is a reduction in

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 187, which would allow parents or guardians to seek restraining orders on behalf of a minor child even when the alleged perpetrator is not a family or household member. Tracy Sirles testified that the bill was prompted by her family’s experience after being told by state police to seek a restraining order, only to learn the current law did not allow it because the offender was the child’s best friend’s father. Members agreed the change was straightforward, noted the fiscal note reflected only a small indeterminate cost to the judicial branch, and moved House Bill 187 ought to pass; the motion was approved unanimously. The committee then discussed House Bill 66, a Right-to-Know bill that removes “citizen” language in favor of “person” in some provisions and allows certain New Hampshire-connected requesters to seek records electronically if the records already exist in that format. Members reviewed concerns about defining “member of the media,” the scope of electronic requests, and a sentence stating appeals would have no filing fee or search charge. After debate, the committee voted to amend the bill by removing that fee-waiver sentence, then recommended House Bill 66 ought to pass as amended. The vote was 6-3. Next, the committee heard from the Environment and Agriculture chair about several solid-waste-related bills being folded into trailer bill language, including House Bill 215 and House Bill 171, with discussion of a possible three-year landfill moratorium and the need to address DEES staffing and funding concerns. DEES later clarified that the revised approach would not require new positions or create a fiscal impact because the new solid waste commission would be self-funded through filing fees. The committee voted unanimously to retain House Bill 215. Finally, the committee considered House Bill 566, which requires landfill permit applications to include a detailed leachate management plan and more information about disposal contracts. The sponsor said the bill was developed with DEES to address leachate problems and improve safety oversight. DEES testified that the bill largely reflects current practice and would have no specific fiscal impact, with existing staff able to absorb any review workload. The committee moved House Bill 566 ought to pass, and the motion was approved unanimously. The committee also briefly discussed House Bill 624, a grant program for local river management advisory committees, but no vote was taken in the portion provided.

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• So, that's why I'm introducing the Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act. Finally, Mr.
• So, that's why I'm introducing the Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act.
• So, that's why I'm introducing the Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act.
• So, that's why I'm introducing the Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act.
• This is in large part thanks to the funds provided to the IRS through the Inflation Reduction Act, which

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, April 27, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Pelton B, concerning measures to assist local governments in complying with landfill methane emission reduction
• landfill governments in complying with landfill methane<02:22:15.520><c> emission</c><02:22:16.000><c> reduction
• </c><02:22:16.399><c> regulations</c> methane emission reduction regulations methane emission reduction
• And it really risks creating significant sentence reductions based on subjective or inconsistency.

Keywords: 981, all

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• But making a reduction here, cutting, is not going to help your general fund story in any way.
• /c><02:41:58.200><c> but</c><02:41:58.359><c> making</c><02:41:58.600><c> a</c><02:41:58.760><c> reduction
• </c> it's used um but making a reduction it's used um but making a reduction Herer<02:41:59.479><c> cutting
• what the chancellor told us when we met with her, that that's what it was represented: their 4% reduction

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first took up HB 129, which would redefine “evidence-based” in public education. Department of Education testimony said the bill’s definition would conflict with the federal definition and be unusually restrictive, potentially affecting curriculum, educator training, and many existing state requirements. The department said it could force a broad overhaul of school programs and create a need for at least one new state position, with local districts likely facing significant unbudgeted costs. Members raised concerns about impacts on federal pass-through funding, curriculum materials, and whether the bill was workable at all. Several members said the proposal would be too costly and difficult to implement, especially during a tight budget cycle. Representative Papovich moved to retain HB 129, and the motion passed 7-0. Members who supported retention said they wanted to set the bill aside because of the scale of the concerns, while also stating they did not support the bill as written. The committee then opened HB 133, dealing with DMV follow-up on residency and licensing issues tied to voting and other interactions. Department of Safety/DMV officials said the bill would require a $40,000 technology update plus a full-time position to handle manual correspondence and review of possible matches, and that postage was not included in the fiscal note. They said the bill’s 60-day residency trigger is vague, that the DMV would be acting outside its normal role by investigating status after the fact, and that the measure could create privacy and operational problems. Members questioned whether the bill would effectively force people to buy a driver’s license to vote, whether non-driver and voter ID options would avoid that concern, and whether the Secretary of State rather than DMV would be the more appropriate agency to handle any follow-up.

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• </c> In maintenance, we have seen huge reductions because of rescissions last fall.
• We have reduced by $2.3 million in personnel reductions through RIFs.
• There is a $1.5 million reduction in the stockpile of salt and sand that you will see in this budget,
• But there are huge reductions in the maintenance division, which is the largest single division within

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• The additional purple over the time, over the 10 years, approximates $1.7 billion in total reductions
• <01:13:19.600><c> total</c> approximates 1.7 billion in total approximates 1.7 billion in total reductions
• 21.200><c> over</c><01:13:21.400><c> the</c><01:13:21.520><c> course</c><01:13:21.880><c> of</c> reductions
• in revenue over the course of reductions in revenue over the course of the<01:13:22.080><c> time</c>

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• approach down here has been to oppose expanding the regulatory environment of the state and support reductions
• So I certainly can view the perspective that the bill sponsor has shared, that this could be a reduction
• approach down here has been to oppose expanding the regulatory environment of the state and support reductions
• So I certainly can view the perspective that the bill sponsor has shared, that this could be a reduction

Committee: House House Appropriations Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee opened by announcing a heavy agenda and noting that Senate Bill 1176 would be held. It then took up several Senate bills, beginning with SB 1272, which appropriates $5 million for the City of Douglas as a state match for the Douglas Port of Entry project. The bill was amended to draw the money from the Water Supply Development Revolving Fund instead of the General Fund. Senator Gowen, the Douglas mayor, and city staff described the project as a $678 million federal investment opportunity that would support water, wastewater, and broadband infrastructure, create jobs, and improve border security. The committee approved SB 1272 as amended on a 15-0 vote with three present and one not voting. The committee next approved SB 1503, as amended, which expands the state death benefit to include civilian pilots employed by law enforcement agencies and applies the change retroactively to January 1, 2026. Senator Gowen and DPS leadership testified that the change was needed so the family of a pilot killed in a February helicopter crash would qualify for the benefit. The bill passed 18-0 with one not voting. SB 1274, as amended, created a separate timeshare salesperson license and training path; supporters said it would streamline licensing for people who only sell timeshares, while one member objected to the added rulemaking discretion. It passed 17-1 with one not voting. The committee also approved SB 1286, which expands veterinary telemedicine by allowing longer prescription periods for certain medications after an electronic exam, with shorter limits for antimicrobials. Supporters said it would help rural and disabled pet owners and had been negotiated to the satisfaction of veterinarians and telemedicine advocates. The bill passed 18-0 with one not voting. SB 1519, as amended, raised the off-highway vehicle weight threshold from 2,500 to 3,500 pounds and revised related registration and funding provisions; supporters argued it would reflect newer enclosed-cab vehicles and better align Arizona with neighboring states, while opponents warned of trail damage and said the study process was not complete. It passed 10-7 with one present and one not voting. Finally, the committee approved SB 1618, which restructures the Military Affairs Commission, adds members with defense and aerospace expertise, requires more frequent meetings and reporting, and updates the Military Installation Fund and related duties to better attract and retain defense missions. Supporters said the changes would help Arizona compete for military and defense investment, while some members questioned whether the commission’s mission was being broadened too far and whether the existing structure should instead be handled through other agencies. The bill passed 10-6 with one present and one not voting. The committee then considered SCR 1020, which would index legislative salaries to inflation or deflation starting with future officeholders if approved by voters. Supporters argued the current $24,000 salary had eroded significantly since 1998 and limited who could serve, while opponents objected to legislators voting on their own pay or preferred reducing session time instead. The resolution was approved and sent forward for voter consideration.

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• . >> Uh, the A1 amendment just uses, you know, the general fund dollars for the reduction in the underlying
• 28.800><c> the</c> know the general fund dollars for um the know the general fund dollars for um the reduction
• </c><01:23:31.360><c> Uh</c> reduction in in the underlying bill.
• Uh reduction in in the underlying bill.

Bills: HF3694 , HF3844 , HF4006 , HF3785 , HF3849 , HF4102 , HF3441 , HF3507 , HF3562

Committee: House Transportation Finance and Policy

Keywords: transportation, tow trucks, variable message signs, road safety, emergency service, optometrist, window glazing, motor vehicle regulations, medical prescriptions, transportation safety, infrastructure, construction, appropriation, state project, motorized bicycles, motorcycles, electric vehicles, transportation regulations, safety standards, dealer license

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• here today because I would argue that this change in 2006 was maybe the most significant paperwork reduction
• 02.560><c> paperwork</c> maybe the most significant paperwork maybe the most significant paperwork reduction
• :04.320><c> ever</c><01:25:04.560><c> done</c><01:25:04.800><c> for</c><01:25:04.960><c> the</c> reduction
• that we have ever done for the reduction that we have ever done for the counties<01:25:05.760><c> in

Bills: HF3831 , HF3603 , HF1900 , HF495 , HF3750 , HF4316 , HF2136 , HF4384

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

Keywords: SNAP, income limits, asset limits, nutrition assistance, children and families, federal poverty guidelines, federal waiver, food assistance, low-income families, nutritional support, day care, tax subtraction, child care costs, licensed child care, dependent care assistance, child care, family child care, child care center, licensing, correction order

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• time before crossover taking a look at the composition and duties of the Joint Carbon Emissions Reduction
• 41.480><c> Emissions</c> duties of the Joint Carbon Emissions duties of the Joint Carbon Emissions Reduction
• 44.320><c> and</c><01:12:44.560><c> we</c><01:12:44.680><c> talked</c><01:12:45.040><c> about</c> Reduction
• Committee, and we talked about Reduction Committee, and we talked about uh<01:12:45.920><c> passing<

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• And at the same time, it allows for reductions in our power rates between now and then.
• 00:47:29.359><c> for</c> And at the same time, it allows for And at the same time, it allows for reductions
• ><c> our</c><00:47:31.440><c> power</c><00:47:31.839><c> rates</c><00:47:32.640><c> between</c> reductions
• in our power rates between reductions in our power rates between now<00:47:33.200><c> and</c><00:47:

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, the pledge, and a roll call establishing a quorum of 28 senators present. The body agreed to excuse absent senators, dispense with reading and adopt the previous journal, and allow bills and committee reports to be introduced throughout the day. The presiding officer also recognized several guests on the floor and in the gallery, including an intern from the Lieutenant Governor’s office and guests of Senator Chambliss. Committee reports focused on confirmations for Alabama State University’s Board of Trustees. Patricia Anne Jones (Confirmation 79), Angela Star (Confirmation 80), and Bobby Singleton (Confirmation 78) each received favorable committee reports and were confirmed by the full Senate, with roll-call votes showing unanimous or near-unanimous support. The chamber spent considerable time in lighthearted debate and personal remarks during Singleton’s confirmation before adopting the motion and confirming him. The Senate also adopted Senate Joint Resolution 81 commending the Coach Safely Foundation for youth sports injury mitigation, and several other resolutions honoring individuals and organizations, including Johnny Williams, Jim America, Senior Trooper Hunter Woodruff, and retired Army Colonel Shawn Thomas Prricett. A resolution encouraging Alabama public high schools to form a consortium was also adopted. On local bills, the Senate passed Senate Bill 243 regarding Jefferson County and House Bill 532 regarding Shelby County, both by using the previous roll and with no opposition. The Rules Committee then reported a special order calendar for the 22nd legislative day, which the Senate adopted 30-0. The special order calendar included bills on the Board of Funeral Services, the Public Service Commission, tax abatements, electric utilities, child support, dogs, school lands, Chambers County, and real property. The first special-order bill taken up was Senate Bill 107 by Senators Figures and Gudger, concerning the Alabama Board of Funeral Services. Senators discussed the bill’s purpose of funding the board’s increased duties, the effect on funeral home license fees, and an amendment offered by Senator Bell to reduce certain fees. The amendment was adopted, and the bill was explained as not affecting pre-need funeral arrangements. Debate continued as members asked questions about costs to families and funeral homes, but the chamber had not yet reached final disposition of the bill by the end of the excerpt.

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• This reduction comes at the same time as health care costs are rising and the state of Minnesota's rates
• This<01:11:36.080><c> reduction</c><01:11:36.560><c> comes</c><01:11:36.800><c> at</c><01:11:37.040><
• c> the</c><01:11:37.199><c> same</c><01:11:37.360><c> time</c><01:11:37.520><c> as</c> This reduction
• comes at the same time as This reduction comes at the same time as healthc<01:11:38.000><c> care</c>

Committee: Senate Labor

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• putting this decision in front of the 5.4 million times that decision had to be made in the price reduction
• putting this decision in front of the 5.4 million times that decision had to be made in the price reduction
• putting this decision in front of the 5.4 million times that decision had to be made in the price reduction
• So, I don't look at it as a reduction.

Committee: Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• advantage of this and said that the payback period on his strengthened roof, in terms of insurance reductions
• :23:01.280><c> of</c> on his strength and roof in terms of on his strength and roof in terms of reductions
• <c> and</c><01:23:02.719><c> insurance</c><01:23:03.679><c> uh</c><01:23:03.840><c> payback</c> reductions
• and insurance uh payback reductions and insurance uh payback period<01:23:04.480><c> was</c><01:23:04.719

Committee: House Commerce Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

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• estimated 1.3 million meal deficit in northeastern Minnesota due to federal and state food funding reductions
• food Minnesota due to federal and state food and<01:13:01.920><c> funding</c><01:13:02.800><c> reductions
• </c><01:13:04.159><c> Increases</c><01:13:04.640><c> from</c> and funding reductions.
• Increases from and funding reductions.

Bills: HF45 , HF1148 , HF3624 , HF3586 , HF777

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

Keywords: HF45, Lake Benton, capital investment, bonding bill, state bonds, bond proceeds fund, Public Facilities Authority, public infrastructure, sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, utility replacement, U.S. Highway 75, road reconstruction, municipal infrastructure, local government grant, Minnesota bonding, capital appropriation, food insecurity, prepared meals

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• This reduction has required significant coordination and planning as well as movement of staff and incarcerated
• </c><01:21:38.080><c> This</c><01:21:38.320><c> reduction</c> budgetary expectations.
• This reduction budgetary expectations.
• This reduction has<01:21:39.360><c> significant</c><01:21:40.080><c> has</c><01:21:40.320><c> required

Committee: Senate Capital Investment

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• We need sequestration as well as reduction in emissions.
• We need sequestration as<00:36:15.839><c> well</c><00:36:16.000><c> as</c><00:36:16.480><c> reduction
• </c><00:36:17.760><c> We</c> as well as reduction in emissions.
• We as well as reduction in emissions.

Bills: SB2606 , SB3253 , SB237 , SB3252 , SB1178 , SB2322 , SB2019 , SB3043 , SB3014 , SB2972 , SB1190 , SB2488

Committee: Senate Water, Land, Culture and the Arts

Keywords: wildlife sanctuary, environmental conservation, Hawaii, nonprofit corporation, freshwater preservation, community stewardship, biodiversity, ecological heritage, conservation, endangered species, wildlife preservation, native birds, sanctuary, nonprofit, DLNR, agricultural district, land use, chapter 195D, chapter 205, chapter 42F

Summary: The committees heard testimony on several measures related to wildlife, conservation, shoreline adaptation, and climate governance. On SB 2606, which would establish the Freshwater State Recreational Area Wildlife Sanctuary Corporation, the Department of Land and Natural Resources said it had concerns about employee eligibility and was not yet prepared to comment further on the bill’s ramifications. After testimony ended, a senator asked DLNR to follow up with more detail, and the department said it would relay the questions to leadership and respond later. No vote was taken on the measure during the excerpt. On SB 3253, which would create the Hawaii Conservation Sanctuary as a nonprofit entity to work with DLNR, the department said it supported the bill. In discussion, DLNR said Hawaii has not done anything like this before, described a similar model in New Zealand, and estimated that developing such a sanctuary could cost millions of dollars. Members also discussed whether the concept would fit with existing efforts such as Hakalau, and DLNR said the bill could apply to private or state lands depending on the site. No action was taken. The most extensive discussion was on SB 237, which would expand state and county authority to develop adaptation pathways for relocating infrastructure away from sea level rise and coastal flooding areas. DLNR supported the bill, saying it prioritizes public trust resources over economic development or private property. The Kahana Bay Steering Committee and the Shoreline Preservation Coalition opposed the measure, arguing it was too focused on managed retreat and should include a broader range of shoreline responses, such as erosion mitigation, groins, sand nourishment, and other interim protections. The Office of Planning and Sustainable Development said it appreciated the bill’s intent but wanted broader language that would allow more tools in the toolbox. Members debated whether retreat is inevitable, whether different shorelines require different approaches, and whether the bill should be more flexible. No vote was taken. The final measure discussed was SB 3252, which would amend the powers and duties of the Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, create a coordinator position, and appropriate funds. The commission’s coordinator testified in support, while OPSD opposed the bill, saying it would remove the two cabinet-level co-chair positions, raise accountability concerns, and duplicate some of OPSD’s functions. In questioning, members debated whether the current commission structure has been effective, who would appoint or confirm the coordinator, and whether the bill would improve transparency and implementation. OPSD said it supported more statewide interdepartmental funding for climate planning and staffing, but had concerns about the proposed governance changes. No vote or final action was taken in the excerpt.

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• Like some of the tax credit programs you're familiar with, there would be a proportional reduction in
• familiar with, there would be a um a familiar with, there would be a um a proportional<01:32:25.600><c> reduction
• </c><01:32:26.080><c> in</c><01:32:26.320><c> the</c><01:32:26.480><c> amount</c> proportional reduction
• in the amount proportional reduction in the amount each<01:32:27.199><c> each</c><01:32:27.600><c> taxpayer

Committee: House Ways and Means

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• First, they had passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which increased costs to Medicare Advantage plans
• because we hadn't had to pick up the increased cost on the prescription drug side from the Inflation Reduction
• And by the way, here it is. >> That's worse than the power bill. inflation reduction act and CMS the
• inflation reduction act and CMS the funding<00:13:21.120><c> formula</c><00:13:22.000><c> was</c><00:

Keywords: 924, joint, all

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• We also see with long-acting injectables and other buprenorphine formulations an 80% reduction in overdose
• 23.440><c> 80%</c> other buponorphine formulations an 80% other buponorphine formulations an 80% reduction
• > overdose</c><01:32:25.520><c> mortality</c><01:32:26.080><c> risk</c><01:32:26.560><c> for</c> reduction
• in overdose mortality risk for reduction in overdose mortality risk for the<01:32:26.960><c> first</

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Roll Call: 00:00:05 25 RS HB 534 - AN ACT relating to actions for forcible entry and detainer: 00:01:45 25 RS SB 111 - AN ACT relating to juvenile justice: 00:23:46 Children's Advocacy Centers of Kentucky: 01:13:26 Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) Treatment in State and County Correctional Facilities: 01:25:28, 958, all

Summary: The committee approved the September 18 minutes and then heard testimony on House Bill 534, which would automatically seal dismissed eviction filings and protect youth from public disclosure in forcible detainer cases. Rep. Susan Tyler Whitten and George Ecklan of the Coalition for the Homeless said the bill is aimed at reducing housing barriers for Kentuckians, especially those with dismissed cases, while preserving landlords’ rights to pursue rent, collections, damages, and other legal remedies. They said the proposal was developed with input from landlords, clerks, judges, AOC, and service providers, and noted that similar laws exist in other states. Several members, including Sen. Neimes, Rep. Deetsz, Rep. Cole Carney, and Sen. Thomas, expressed support while emphasizing that the bill is narrowly tailored to dismissed cases and should not affect legitimate landlord claims; Sen. Wheeler raised concerns about cases involving settlements or delays and whether future landlords should know about them. The sponsors responded that the bill only covers dismissed actions, that dismissals require a judge’s order, and that the goal is to remove barriers created by records that remain publicly visible even when a case is resolved. The committee then took up Senate Bill 111 on juvenile justice. Commissioner Randy White, Kentucky Hospital Association President Nancy Galvanny, and Dr. Clark Lester of the University of Kentucky said the bill would require a secure state-run facility for youth with high-acuity mental health needs in detention and, until that is built, create a process with incentives for private hospitals to provide inpatient treatment with safeguards and increased compensation. They argued that detention is not an appropriate setting for severely mentally ill, violent youth and that private psychiatric hospitals often refuse these referrals or discharge them early. Dr. Lester cited recent referral data showing high denial rates for juvenile justice youth in private hospitals in August and September, often due to aggression, and described a case in which repeated placement attempts failed because of violent and self-harming behavior. The presenters said the bill is intended to fill a service gap and improve safety and outcomes for youth, staff, and hospitals, but no vote or final action on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.