Transcript Highlights:

• Everything here had zero no votes, and I appreciate the sponsor for allowing us to have a vehicle out
• Medicare claims data that shows even in the states where optometrists have this ability to do it, zero
• As I already alluded to for the YAG laser, there is absolutely zero risk of infection.
• As I already alluded to for the ag laser, there is absolutely zero risk of infection.
• I have an amendment ending in point zero. Representative Peterson. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Committee: House Professional Registration and Licensing

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• By your vote of 57 ayes, zero nays, and 3 not voting, you have passed House Bill 2111, signed in open
• By your vote of 57 ayes, zero nays, and three not voting, you have passed House Bill 2451, signed in
• ed, that only gets 12% of their budget from Arizona, community colleges in Maricopa County that get zero
• By your vote of 56 ayes, zero nays, four not voting, you have passed House Bill 2752, signed in open
• By your vote of 57 ayes, zero nays, and three not voting, you have passed House Concurrent Memorial 2007

Keywords: 1182, all

Transcript Highlights:

• That being said, ideally the goal is to have zero complaints, and so Representative Chan and Senator
• Still, the answer is not zero, and it's not one or two, ...to keep digging.
• Still, the answer is not zero, and it's not one or two.
• Still, the answer is not zero, and it's not one or two, to keep digging.
• Still, the answer is not zero, and it's not one or two.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several energy-related bills, with the main focus on H. 3534/S. 2255, which would ban or sharply restrict residential third-party electric suppliers, and on related reform proposals. Supporters included the Attorney General’s office, municipal and regional planning officials, environmental justice groups, consumer advocates, and city officials from Boston and Chelsea. They argued that the residential competitive supply market has produced higher bills, deceptive sales tactics, auto-renewals into higher rates, and disproportionate harm to low-income residents, seniors, communities of color, and people with limited English. Witnesses cited AG reports estimating hundreds of millions of dollars in overcharges over time, described door-to-door and storefront marketing abuses, and said municipal aggregation programs have saved residents money while offering more stable rates. Several supporters said the Legislature should either ban residential competitive supply or adopt strong guardrails such as ending automatic renewals, banning incentive-based commissions, and capping rates relative to basic service. Opponents or industry representatives from the Retail Energy Advancement League, Vistra, and Constellation argued that the market can provide savings, longer-term price stability, and value-added products such as renewable options and time-of-use offerings. They said Massachusetts has already improved consumer protections through DPU proceedings, that complaints are relatively few compared with the size of the market, and that a ban would eliminate consumer choice. They also defended direct sales and commissions as normal features of a retail market, while saying they would support additional protections, licensing, bonding, and stronger oversight of bad actors. Committee members pressed both sides on whether the market truly saves money, whether automatic renewals should be banned, and whether the AG’s proposed reforms would be enough. The committee also heard testimony on H. 3972, a bill to extend utility shutoff protections during extreme heat, with Rep. Mindy Domb arguing that Massachusetts should treat extreme heat like extreme cold and protect customers facing financial hardship. Rep. Barrett also testified for H. 3450, a municipal broadband/right-of-way bill, arguing that communities need easier and cheaper access to utility poles and public rights of way to build municipal broadband. In addition, Senate Majority Leader Creem testified for S. 2239, which would bar utilities from recovering ratepayer funds for lobbying, promotions, trade association dues, and similar expenses. No votes were taken during the hearing.

Transcript Highlights:

• And you don't do that with zero dollars.
• programs that could always have improvements and could always have more accountability continue to be zeroed
• necessary to do so to be able to resolve housing and homelessness programs and you don't do that with zero
• programs that could always have improvements and could always have more accountability continue to be zeroed
• behalf of the California Transit Association, we ask for the appropriation of the $230 million for the zero-emission

Committee: House Budget

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• We’re at the front end of the crisis continuum at intercept zero.
• They’re sequential early intervention services, with 988 the earliest at intercept zero.
• let’s not forget why we prioritize AB 988 funding the way we did. 988 crisis centers are intercept zero
• Assembly Bill 2112, the Office implements suicide prevention efforts that are aligned with Striving for Zero
• As stated in Striving for Zero, the strategic plan for suicide prevention, lethal means safety strategies

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• And so our proposal also includes a net zero transfer of 14 positions from HCD over to HDFC, so that
• And so when we don't do that, when we zero the whole thing out, this is in the Governor's budget, we
• So we are not at zero.
• these programs is even more important given CARB's recent proposals that would significantly cut or zero
• out the ASIC program, which is the state's only ongoing cut or zero out the ASIC program, which is the

Summary: The subcommittee heard an extensive presentation on the administration’s housing reorganization proposal, which would centralize multifamily affordable housing finance under the new Housing Development and Finance Committee (HDFC) and align it with the Governor’s trailer bill language. Administration officials said the plan is intended to create a one-stop application and award process, reduce duplicative timelines and costs, and pair state subsidy with private activity bonds and federal tax credits more efficiently. They also described proposed changes to the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities program, including shifting a larger share of funding toward housing-related awards while preserving a portion for sustainable communities investments. The Legislative Analyst’s Office generally supported the streamlining concept but recommended changes to the proposed bond set-aside timing and urged flexibility for integrated applications and future reporting on demand. Senators, especially Senator Cabaldon, raised concerns that the proposal could weaken the original climate-and-transportation purpose of the sustainable communities program and that the reorganization would be undercut by the lack of new housing production funding in the budget. The item was held open without a vote. The committee then received a report from the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee and the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee on federal and state housing tax credits. Staff explained that the federal H.R. 1 change lowering the bond-financing threshold from 50% to 25% greatly expanded the number of projects able to use the 4% federal tax credit, allowing California to fund many more projects and units. They also described the state low-income housing tax credit as an important gap-filling tool for projects that still need additional subsidy, and noted existing set-asides for rural, homeless, at-risk, and extremely low-income projects. Members discussed rehabilitation as well as new construction, and the item was informational only. Finally, the Civil Rights Department reported on the effects of federal civil rights policy changes and on three programs facing expiration: California vs. Hate, the Community Conflict Resolution Unit, and Investigations and Conciliation Enhancement. Director Kevin Kish said federal cuts and policy shifts have reduced support for fair housing and other civil rights functions, while CRD’s caseload has grown from about 8,700 open matters a year ago to more than 12,000, with a six-month wait for interviews despite overtime triage efforts. Senators expressed strong support for continuing the programs and concern about the broader federal rollback of civil rights enforcement. The department said it is using overtime, intake triage, and outreach partnerships to manage the workload and direct Californians to appropriate state, local, and nonprofit resources.

Transcript Highlights:

• They<00:03:15.360><c> either</c><00:03:15.640><c> net</c><00:03:15.840><c> to</c><00:03:15.960><c> zero
• </c><00:03:16.480><c> or</c><00:03:16.600><c> they're</c> They either net to zero or they're They either
• net to zero or they're transfers,<00:03:17.800><c> so</c><00:03:17.920><c> they</c><00:03:18.040><c>
• government special revenue fine for MDH, and it is statutorily appropriated and would be expected to net to zero
• government special revenue fine for MDH, and it is statutorily appropriated and would be expected to net to zero

Committee: Senate Human Services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I would argue zero.
• With the yeas being 143 and the nays being zero, House Bill 1812 is third read and passed.
• With the yeas being 140 and the nays being zero, the House Committee Substitutes for House Bills 1826
• With the yeas being 140 and the nays being zero, the House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1696 is
• With the yeas being 139 and the nays being zero, House Bill 2586 is third read and passed.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I would argue zero. It comes out... we've done that with this session. I would argue zero.
• With the yeas being 140 and the nays being zero, the House Committee Substitutes for House Bills 1826
• With the yeas being 140 and the nays being zero, the House Committee Substitute for House Bill 1696 is
• With the yeas being 139 and the nays being zero, House Bill 2586 is third read and passed.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior day’s journal by a 118-1 vote, and a series of special guest introductions, including family members, student groups, a basketball team, University of Missouri undergraduate researchers, and other visitors. The chamber also received Senate messages and committee reports, including recommendations that several House bills and joint resolutions “do pass.” The main floor debate centered on Senate Substitute No. 3 for Senate Bill 888, a broad juvenile justice and sentencing measure that combined juvenile reform with sentencing transparency and other criminal justice provisions. Supporters said it would improve public safety, clarify sentencing, address serious offenses, and add collaboration between prosecutors and juvenile systems. Opponents argued it was an oversized omnibus bill rushed through the process, warned it would increase prison time, expand adult-court involvement in juvenile matters, and could harm children and rehabilitation efforts. Members also debated the fiscal note, with supporters saying the large prison-cost estimate was speculative and opponents calling it evidence of a major new prison expense. After extended debate, the House invoked the previous question and SB 888 was finally passed 97-53. The House then took up House Committee Substitute for House Joint Resolutions 173 and 174, a proposal to change Missouri’s tax structure by reducing and potentially eliminating the state income tax and broadening the sales tax base to transactions involving goods and services. Supporters framed it as a modernization effort that would promote growth, increase take-home pay, and send the question to voters. Opponents said it would be the largest sales tax hike in state history, shift the burden onto working families and seniors, and create a large budget hole. After debate, the previous question was adopted 101-49, and the joint resolutions were third read and passed 98-54. The House then moved on to third-reading business, including House Bill 269 on autonomous vehicles, which was introduced as a transportation and economic development measure and then questioned on liability and taxation issues.

Transcript Highlights:

• And there was a fiscal note that I appreciate at zero cost, Chair.
• And there was a fiscal note that I appreciate at zero cost, Chair.
• c><00:43:50.640><c> I</c><00:43:50.960><c> appreciate</c><00:43:51.520><c> at</c><00:43:51.839><c> zero
• </c><00:43:52.240><c> cost</c> note that I appreciate at zero cost note that I appreciate at zero cost

Committee: Senate Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Chair votes yes. 10 to zero. Amendment passes 10 to zero.
• Amendment<02:46:45.760><c> passes</c><02:46:46.240><c> 10</c><02:46:46.479><c> to</c><02:46:46.720><c> zero
• 47.359><c> Uh</c><02:46:47.680><c> we</c><02:46:47.920><c> now</c> &gt;&gt; Amendment passes 10 to zero
• Uh we now &gt;&gt; Amendment passes 10 to zero.

Committee: House Legislative Administration

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The motion was noted, there were no objections, and the bill passed with a vote of five to zero.
• You have a due pass with four to zero. Thank you, Madam Chair. Thank you, committee.
• It's unanimous consent for a do pass of six to zero.
• It's unanimous consent for a do pass of six to zero of five. Oh, I'm sorry. This is, yeah.
• It's unanimous consent or do pass of six to zero of five. Oh, I'm sorry. This is, yeah.

Committee: House House Consumer & Public Affairs

Keywords: 996, all

Transcript Highlights:

• bill is permissive, and fiscal notes from DMV and the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services are zero
• We are neutral on AB 220 and have a zero fiscal note on it, as mentioned.
• We are neutral on AB220 and have a zero fiscal note on it, as mentioned.
• We have done a zero fiscal note because the language is permissive.
• And there's a zero-dollar fiscal note as well, but I'm ready for any questions.

Bills: AB6 , AB102 , AB131 , AB212 , AB213 , AB220 , AB259 , AB282 , AB376 , AB396 , AB479 , AB503 , AB570 , AB572 , AB574 , AB576 , AB593 , SB185 , SB207 , SB507 , AB6

Committee: Senate Finance

Keywords: fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, FASD, prenatal alcohol exposure, children's health, developmental disability, early intervention, treatment assistance, Aging and Disability Services Division, Department of Health and Human Services, Autism Treatment Assistance Program, public health, parent education, evidence-based treatment, Nevada NRS 427A, disability services, behavioral health, emergency medical services, ambulance, licensing, health district

Transcript Highlights:

• having ATVs operate with or near heavier and faster-moving vehicles is not consistent with our Toward Zero
• Vehicles is not consistent with<00:09:07.040><c> our</c><00:09:07.240><c> toward</c><00:09:07.600><c> zero
• death</c><00:09:08.360><c> goals</c><00:09:09.360><c> the</c><00:09:09.480><c> DNR</c> with our toward zero
• death goals the DNR with our toward zero death goals the DNR the<00:09:10.279><c> DPS</c><00:09:11.000
• This is an area of rising concern within Minnesota's Toward Zero Death coalitions.

Bills: HF2066 , HF340 , HF341 , HF566 , HF2107 , HF2130

Committee: House Transportation Finance and Policy

Keywords: electric bicycles, tax rebate, transportation, environment, local economy, fleeing peace officer, culpable negligence, traffic laws, public safety, motor vehicle offenses, driving violations, penalties, license suspension, traffic enforcement, all-terrain vehicle, ATV, class 1 ATV, class 2 ATV, road rights-of-way, public roads

Transcript Highlights:

• item 6, underground injection well investigation team, there is an oversight that leads there to be zero
• They were lbb was reading out they zeroed out a number and I thought oh, we've zeroed out and I turned
• Situation because we're 95% complete and there is like zero chance.
• is a slight decrease of $10,000 from budgeted amounts in the 24-25 biennium, and the Commission has zero

Bills: SB1 , SB 1

Committee: Senate Finance

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• A zero-tax measure would clear up much of the confusion county assessors across our 87 Minnesota counties
• A zero-tax measure would clear up much of the confusion county assessors across our 87 Minnesota counties
• Minnesota<00:04:20.759><c> among</c><00:04:21.079><c> them</c><00:04:21.880><c> a</c><00:04:22.040><c> zero
• </c><00:04:22.440><c> tax</c><00:04:22.720><c> measure</c> Minnesota among them a zero tax measure Minnesota
• among them a zero tax measure would<00:04:23.240><c> clear</c><00:04:23.520><c> up</c><00:04:23.800>

Committee: Senate Taxes

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• We will continue on to a project introduction: an update on evaluating zero-emission vehicle programs
• One portion of the programs funded is zero-emission vehicle investments, both...
• One of the programs funded is zero-emission vehicle investments, both the vehicles themselves and the
• So just a real quick recap of the scope of this study: we were asked to evaluate zero-emission and electrification

Committee: Joint Joint Transportation Committee

Summary: The committee began with member introductions, then heard a presentation on a draft final report studying alternative funding mechanisms for sidewalks and related pedestrian infrastructure. Consultants said current local funding sources are insufficient, with most jurisdictions unable to complete planned sidewalk networks within 50 years. They evaluated four options: a sidewalk utility fee, a modified transportation benefit district sales tax, a new real estate excise tax option, and expanded stormwater fee use for ADA sidewalk ramps. The consultants recommended authorizing the modified TBD sales tax and new REET option, considering a sidewalk utility despite legal uncertainty, broadening any authorization to all pedestrian improvements, and not pursuing the stormwater fee option. Members asked about legal authority, fairness, revenue adequacy, and whether jurisdictions had been consulted; the presenters said state enabling legislation would likely be needed for a sidewalk utility and that fairness could be defined either by direct benefit or by need. The committee then received an update on the 2025 assessment of city transportation funding needs. The consultants reported that city transportation revenues have grown in some local and federal categories since 2019, but state revenues have remained relatively flat and smaller cities are especially affected by declining fuel tax revenues and limited tax bases. They estimated annual city transportation needs at $4.25 billion, average annual spending at $1.89 billion, and a funding gap of $2.37 billion, larger than in the prior study because of updated data, inclusion of system improvements, and higher preservation costs. Draft recommendations focused on reducing costs and improving efficiency, preserving and increasing state support, and expanding local funding options, including preservation-first spending, a permanent federal fund exchange program, streamlined review processes, better coordination with WSDOT, possible property tax flexibility, and exploration of new local tools. Members raised questions about design standards, the role of density and transit, federal compliance, and whether the report would identify specific consolidation or process changes. The committee also heard a project update on evaluating zero-emission vehicle and electrification programs funded by the Climate Commitment Act. Consultants said they had reviewed roughly 23 programs and projects across seven agencies and were now evaluating options to improve delivery, including process improvements, reorganizing programs, or consolidating governance and administrative functions. Early findings highlighted staffing shortages, duplication and variation across agencies, differing levels of risk, and the challenge of coordinating climate priorities across agencies with other core missions. Members asked about program outcomes, administrative costs, whether some programs should have exit strategies, and how to strengthen the EV Coordinating Council. Finally, WSDOT provided an implementation update on its new public-private partnership authority under SB 5801, saying work is underway to prepare governance, legal, policy, and organizational structures ahead of the January 1, 2027 effective date.

Transcript Highlights:

• , including building an integrated rail and transit network, investing in bicycle, pedestrian, and zero-emission
• , including building an integrated rail and transit network, investing in bicycle, pedestrian, and zero-emission
• I know some of the bills that I have had in the past in transportation always zero in on safety, and
• All right, we're at six to zero and the roll is open, and I'd really be remiss—I know she stepped out—but

Summary: The Senate Committee on Transportation heard testimony on a large agenda of transportation-related bills, with several measures discussed before a quorum was established. AB 1588 focused on sideshows and street takeovers, with the author, San Francisco Police Department, and Streets Are for Everyone arguing the bill would modernize enforcement, add motorbikes and dirt bikes to the sideshow framework, and improve public safety; there was no opposition testimony. AB 2015 would require Caltrans to study the effects of third-party navigation apps on congestion, local streets, infrastructure, and emergency response, and was supported by Streets for All, AAA, and local agencies, with no opposition. AB 2717 would extend a sunset for off-site advertising displays at large sports venues; the Dodgers supported it, the San Jose Sharks and others noted amendments, and no opposition was heard. AB 1608 would strengthen the independence and transparency of the High-Speed Rail Office of Inspector General by requiring public reports, adding confidentiality protections for sensitive security information, and granting staffing and purchasing authority; the First Amendment Coalition supported the amended bill, while the Vice Chair raised concerns about transparency and limiting confidential notices to committee chairs. The committee also heard AB 2346 on e-bike safety, which would require speedometers on Class 2 e-bikes, lights, a statewide sidewalk speed limit, local authority over bike-path speeds, and point-of-sale disclosures. Support came from medical, law enforcement, local government, and safety groups citing rising injuries and confusion over e-bike rules; PeopleForBikes remained opposed unless amended, mainly over lighting and disclosure requirements, though Streets for All withdrew its opposition after amendments. Members broadly supported the bill and discussed helmet use, youth safety, and the distinction between e-bikes and higher-powered e-motos. AB 1919 would let Santa Cruz Metro place a citizens’ initiative on the ballot to secure transit funding and protect service and jobs; the sponsor, bus operators, and labor supported it, with no opposition testimony. AB 2012 would streamline permits for moving manufactured homes under an annual permit, and AB 2024 would clarify Outdoor Advertising Act permitting and relocation procedures; both drew support from industry and housing groups and no opposition. After quorum was established, the committee adopted the consent calendar, which included items 13, 6, 8, 11, 14, 15, and 21, by roll call vote. The committee then heard AB 2484, which would allow San Diego voters to authorize a local transit tax initiative for MTS; the author and MTS argued it would preserve service and allow voters to decide future funding, and the bill advanced on a 5-2 roll call with the roll left open for absent members. The committee also heard AB 2560, which would codify the state transportation climate principles known as CAPTI; supporters said it would lock in goals for transit, rail, active transportation, equity, and greenhouse gas reduction, while Orange County Transportation Authority opposed. The author closed by asking for aye votes, and the committee proceeded toward roll-call action on the bill.

Transcript Highlights:

• While one brother was literally at ground zero as the world around him While one brother was literally
• at ground zero as the world around him fell apart, the other brother was in the streets showing us the
• severe chronic health problems, including cancer and death, directly related to their work at Ground Zero
• following the September Death directly related to their work at Ground Zero following the September

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. Representative David Linsky supported HB 3383, which would designate the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of Massachusetts, describing its Boston roots and cultural significance. Representative Sean Garberle supported HB 3335 on public access to historical records, arguing that records from state institutions should be released after 75 years and that families and researchers should be able to identify people buried in unmarked graves at former state institutions. Representative Rodney Elliott and Lowell officials supported HB 4138, authorizing easements for a Lowell sewer separation project; they said the project is needed for Clean Water Act compliance, will reduce combined sewer overflows into the Merrimack River, and must proceed quickly to meet SRF and consent-decree timelines. Committee members asked about Article 97, the location and scope of the easement, environmental justice impacts, and minority/small business participation in construction. The committee also heard extensive testimony on Senate 2183 and its House companion, which would elevate the Massachusetts National Guard to a cabinet-level position reporting directly to the Governor. Senators Mike Moore and John Velis, along with the National Guard Association’s Matthew McKenna, argued the change would reduce bureaucracy, improve communication and readiness, and reflect the Guard’s broad domestic and military missions. Velis cited the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home tragedy as an example of a breakdown in communication, while committee members said they wanted more information, including input from the Governor’s office and Guard leadership, before acting. The committee noted the distinction between state-controlled and federalized Guard missions and said it would continue reviewing the issue. Senator Liz Miranda and a large panel of survivors, advocates, and Northeastern law students testified in support of S. 2174 and S. 2177, which would create an office and task force on unsolved homicides, allow families to petition for case review after three years, require written responses, and establish a tip line, database, and dedicated funding. Witnesses described long-standing lack of communication, low clearance rates, and the disproportionate impact on Black and Brown communities. Senator Becca Rausch also testified on S. 2210, extending public records law to the governor and Legislature, and S. 2207, creating stronger information-governance and records-retention standards; she said both would improve transparency and reduce waste. The transcript does not reflect any votes taken during the hearing, though chairs repeatedly indicated support for moving some bills favorably and said the committee would continue reviewing the National Guard proposal.

Transcript Highlights:

• You'll be hearing at some point from Laura Orlando, a senior scientist at Just Zero.
• I am a senior scientist at Just Zero, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit with a national focus on waste-related
• enforceable drinking water limits at four parts per trillion for PFOA and PFOS, with health-based goals of zero
• it is contaminated with hundreds, if not thousands, for PFOA and PFOAS, with health-based goals of zero

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Agriculture and Fisheries held a public hearing on 19 legislative proposals, with testimony limited to three minutes per speaker and seven minutes per panel. The hearing opened with testimony on bills promoting urban agriculture and vacant-lot conversion, including H.121/S.61, which Green Roots staff and community members supported as a way to turn vacant lots in environmental justice communities into urban farms and gardens that improve food access, health, community cohesion, and climate resilience. Rep. James Arena-DeRosa also spoke in support of H.109/S.56, the PFAS bill, describing it as a measure to protect soil and farms from contamination and to create relief for affected farmers. A major portion of the hearing focused on H.109/S.56, which would ban land application of sewage sludge/biosolids, provide liability protection and relief funds for farmers, and address PFAS contamination in soil, water, crops, and animals. Testimony came from environmental groups, farm organizations, and individual farmers, including the Mass Food System Collaborative, Conservation Law Foundation, Clean Water Action, CEMAP, NOFA, Sierra Club, and several farmers who described contamination in Maine and Massachusetts and urged the committee to act. Witnesses emphasized that PFAS poses serious health risks, that farmers should not bear responsibility for legacy contamination, and that the bill should be paired with funding for testing, remediation, and assistance. Committee members asked questions about farm liability, the scope of the bill, contamination in different ownership situations, and the costs and timelines of remediation, with Senator Comerford and others clarifying that the bill is intended to protect farms and farmers rather than non-agricultural landholders. The committee also heard strong support for H.416, a farm-to-institution pilot program, from Rep. Lee Davis, Berkshire Agricultural Ventures, and Berkshire Bounty. They said the pilot would connect Massachusetts farms to schools, hospitals, correctional facilities, and other institutions, creating new markets, strengthening local supply chains, and supporting food-is-medicine efforts. Members discussed whether the model could be statewide and referenced existing programs such as Island Grown Initiative and local hospital and insurance partnerships. Another agricultural bill, H.1058, was supported by Rep. Mark Sylvia and the Cape Cod Cranberry Growers’ Association as a way to allow unused cranberry water rights to be transferred within the same watershed for municipal mitigation while helping growers retire or consolidate bogs. The hearing also included testimony on the broader farm omnibus bill H.112/S.55 and related measures, with the Massachusetts Farm Bureau and others praising the committee’s work on agricultural resilience, food security, agritourism, workforce development, and farmland access, while suggesting additional transportation-related fixes for farmers. No votes were taken during the hearing.