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• taxes $10 billion, and now we're facing a $6 billion deficit, and our governor is out in Nebraska and Iowa
• governor is out in deficit and our governor is out in Nebraska<02:09:18.920><c> and</c><02:09:19.119><c> Iowa
• c><02:09:19.719><c> walsing</c><02:09:20.239><c> around</c><02:09:21.159><c> when</c> Nebraska and Iowa
• walsing around when Nebraska and Iowa walsing around when we're<02:09:21.520><c> at</c><02:09:21.599

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• here to support Senate File 1268 and the previous bill on behalf of SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa
• here to support Senate File 1268 and the previous bill on behalf of SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa
• here to support Senate File 1268 and the previous bill on behalf of SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa
• here to support Senate File 1268 and the previous bill on behalf of SEIU Healthcare Minnesota and Iowa

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• and so on, because it runs through a lot of agricultural land from Minnesota, its headwaters through Iowa
• land from Minnesota its<01:46:29.639><c> Headwaters</c><01:46:30.199><c> through</c><01:46:30.440><c> Iowa
• </c><01:46:30.760><c> into</c><01:46:30.960><c> the</c> its Headwaters through Iowa into the its Headwaters
• through Iowa into the Mississippi<01:46:31.840><c> of</c><01:46:31.960><c> course</c><01:46:32.159><

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• So you'll see Iowa, Wisconsin, and our surrounding states there are also State apprenticeship agencies
• </c><01:14:09.560><c> you'll</c><01:14:09.760><c> see</c><01:14:10.280><c> um</c><01:14:10.679><c> Iowa
• </c><01:14:11.320><c> Wisconsin</c> agency so you'll see um Iowa Wisconsin agency so you'll see um Iowa

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• state of Minnesota, our school counselors that are licensed here are leaving and going to Wisconsin, Iowa
• excuse leaving and going to Minnesota or excuse me<01:03:57.880><c> Wisconsin</c><01:03:58.559><c> Iowa
• South</c><01:03:59.480><c> Dakota</c><01:03:59.839><c> and</c><01:04:00.000><c> North</c> me Wisconsin Iowa
• South Dakota and North me Wisconsin Iowa South Dakota and North Dakota<01:04:00.799><c> where</c><01

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• search regionally to include just the eastern borders of North and South Dakota, the northern border of Iowa
• 00:45:57.920><c> northern</c><00:45:58.400><c> border</c><00:45:58.760><c> of</c><00:45:58.960><c> Iowa
• </c><00:45:59.400><c> and</c><00:45:59.559><c> the</c> the northern border of Iowa and the the northern
• border of Iowa and the Western<00:46:00.160><c> border</c><00:46:00.520><c> of</c> Western border of

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• You look at many private schools offer the Iowa test today.
• I had the privilege to aid the efforts to pass school choice in Iowa and in South Carolina, and I'd like
• The same thing is true in Iowa, the same thing is true in Indiana.
• I don't care if it's the STAAR, MAPS, or Iowa. It's the assessment.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 convened with a quorum, adopted its committee rules, and heard opening remarks from members introducing staff and outlining priorities for the session. Members from both parties emphasized education as a major issue, while several Republicans framed the committee’s work around school choice and parent empowerment. Senator West and other Democrats stressed protecting public schools, listening to Texans, and considering the effects of vouchers or education savings accounts on school districts and communities. Chairman Creighton laid out Senate Bill 2, the Texas Education Freedom Act, describing it as a universal education savings account program modeled on similar programs in other states. He said the bill would provide about $200 million for a universal eligibility pool and additional funding for students with disabilities and lower-income families, with priority weighting for former public school students. He also highlighted anti-fraud measures, vendor pre-approval, criminal background checks, cybersecurity protections, annual testing requirements for participating students, and the use of the Comptroller rather than TEA to administer the program. Creighton repeatedly said the bill is not a voucher and argued it would not take money from public schools, which he said would receive separate historic funding increases. Members questioned Creighton about the 500% of federal poverty line definition, the adequacy of the $10,000 ESA amount, whether the program would favor students already in private school, how microschools and homeschool pods would fit, and whether the bill protects religious liberty and private-school autonomy. Democrats raised concerns about disability protections, 504 students, foster children, public-school funding, open records, and the historical context of vouchers. Republicans generally supported the bill as a way to expand options for parents and students, while also asking about administration, fraud prevention, and data security. After member questions, the committee began invited testimony, with EdChoice President Robert Inlow presenting in support of SB 2 and citing the growth and reported success of school choice programs nationwide.

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• actions to be taken, following actions by Wisconsin to allow rifles for deer hunting statewide, and Iowa
• actions to be taken, following actions by Wisconsin to allow rifles for deer hunting statewide, and Iowa
• actions to be taken, following actions by Wisconsin to allow rifles for deer hunting statewide, and Iowa
• Durenberger—if anybody remembers, speaking of hunters—Dave Durenberger was a hunter, and Tom Harkin from Iowa

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• The sky has not fallen over Guam, Illinois, Utah, Colorado, Iowa, and Idaho since they allowed qualified
• The sky has not fallen over Guam, Illinois, Utah, Colorado, Iowa, and Idaho since they allowed qualified
• The sky has not fallen over Guam, Illinois, Utah, Colorado, Iowa, and Idaho since they allowed qualified

Bills: HB1626, HB1643, HB1668, HB1550, HB1974, HB1858, HB1871, HB1966, HB1972, HB1973

Keywords: youth penalties, juvenile justice, community service, fees and fines, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, reform, court costs, cultural connection, pharmacy, pharmacist, pharmacy audit, audit reform, pharmacy benefit manager, PBM, recoupment, extrapolation, claims audit, pharmacy reimbursement, dispensing fee

Summary: The committee heard testimony on SB 847, which would create a Kauai pilot program allowing qualified psychologists limited authority to prescribe psychotropic medications. The Board of Psychology supported the bill’s intent but asked for amendments to delay the effective date or extend the pilot so rules could be written first, and to clarify the education/training language. Supporters, including the Hawaii Psychological Association, Hawaii Mental Health Coalition, and several psychologists, argued that prescribing psychologists have long safety records in other jurisdictions and that the pilot could improve access to care on Kauai, especially amid ongoing mental health needs and storm-related stress. They cited studies and examples from New Mexico, Louisiana, the Department of Defense, and other places. Opponents, including the Hawaii Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Queen’s Medical Center, and a Department of Health representative, said the bill needed substantial work, raised concerns about training, liability, and workforce impacts, and urged a team-based model with psychiatrist oversight rather than independent prescribing. Some testimony also referenced a GAO report, with witnesses disagreeing over its meaning and cost-effectiveness. No vote was taken during the discussion, and members asked questions about how the bill would address the workforce shortage and whether a psychiatrist on Kauai could already meet the need. The committee then moved to SB 2271 on hospital licensing and SB 2272 on home health care licensing. The Department of Health, the Healthcare Association of Hawaii, and the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities supported both measures, which were described as streamlining and clarifying licensing oversight by relying on accreditation or certification reports. A member asked whether the bill language on hospital accreditation reports was duplicative, and the response was that the second provision was intended to strengthen enforcement by requiring hospitals to provide the actual report to DOH. The committee did not take final action in the portion of the hearing provided, and the chair noted that all bills on the agenda would later be considered for decision-making.

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• committee members, I'm Nani McCutchen, and I'm the executive director of Conservation Corps Minnesota and Iowa
• ><00:16:04.079><c> and</c> of Conservation Corps Minnesota and of Conservation Corps Minnesota and Iowa
• committee members, I'm Nani McCutchen, and I'm the executive director of Conservation Corps Minnesota and Iowa

Bills: HF4119, HF3959, HF3792, HF3913, HF3752

Keywords: property tax, renter credits, co-pay, housing affordability, tax relief, homestead, tax refund, Minnesota, tax increase, financial relief, homeowners, AmeriCorps, taxation, individual income tax, living allowances, stipends, national service, tax compliance, revenue, analytics

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• And in fact, there are many other states, uh, states like Iowa and Kentucky, that are also looking at
• And in fact, there are many other states, uh, states like Iowa and Kentucky, that are also looking at
• And in fact, there are many other states, uh, states like Iowa and Kentucky, that are also looking at

Bills: HF3806, HF2687, HF497

Keywords: housing, infrastructure bonds, funding, appropriation, Minnesota Statutes, HF2687, single-family homes, corporate landlords, corporate ownership, real estate investment trust, REIT, landlord registry, landlord database, tenant transparency, housing affordability, homeownership, deed tax, transfer tax, property tax, affordable housing

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• think it would be really helpful for the group to hear more about what's happening in Wisconsin and Iowa
• think it would be really helpful for the group to hear more about what's happening in Wisconsin and Iowa
• As was mentioned earlier in this meeting, Iowa, Wisconsin, Montana, Utah, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania,

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• currency<00:37:46.880><c> the</c><00:37:46.960><c> state</c><00:37:47.160><c> of</c><00:37:47.319><c> Iowa
• </c><00:37:47.720><c> fully</c><00:37:48.040><c> exempts</c> currency the state of Iowa fully exempts
• currency the state of Iowa fully exempts it<00:37:48.839><c> and</c><00:37:48.920><c> they're</c><00

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• I represent just about everything south of Mankato to the Iowa border.
• just about everything south of mano to just about everything south of mano to the<00:05:29.360><c> Iowa
• 31.479><c> one</c><00:05:31.759><c> thing</c><00:05:32.120><c> that</c> Representative Bjorn Olson: The Iowa

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• century</c><01:24:38.360><c> there</c><01:24:38.480><c> was</c><01:24:38.639><c> a</c><01:24:39.480><c> Iowa
• </c><01:24:40.040><c> there</c> the 20th century there was a Iowa there the 20th century there was a
• Iowa there was<01:24:40.360><c> a</c><01:24:40.760><c> Pennsylvania</c><01:24:41.600><c> US</c><01:24

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• In Iowa, reviews of the largest users revealed more than 90% of high-dollar transactions were fraudulent

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• Iowa is another. And I've got some feelers out there in other states. Okay. Thank you.

Summary: The Committee on Health and Mental Health heard testimony on several bills. Senate Bill 1019, sponsored by Sen. Crawford, would let district and municipal hospitals invest up to 50% of non-operating funds, up from 25%, and would also allow municipal hospitals in third-class cities to operate in areas where hospital district and county hospitals operate. The sponsor and a hospital representative said it would improve returns and rural access; there was no opposition, and the hearing closed without questions. House Bill 2606, sponsored by Rep. Caton, would give patients stronger control over their health records by requiring informed consent before providers or medical entities sell or disclose information for marketing or research, with civil remedies and damages for violations. Supporters argued it restores patient ownership, strengthens privacy beyond HIPAA, and closes loopholes, citing Minnesota’s law as a model. Opponents, including the Missouri Hospital Association, Missouri State Medical Association, Washington University, and the Missouri Ambulance Association, warned it could disrupt care coordination, quality improvement, research using de-identified data, and data reporting obligations, and could create administrative burdens and lawsuits. The Secretary of State’s office said it wanted an amendment so records could still be used 50 years after a patient’s death for archival and genealogy purposes. House Bill 1638, sponsored by Rep. Overcast, would extend the Alzheimer’s State Plan Task Force to 2033, add an assisted living facility representative, create staggered terms, remove Senate confirmation requirements, and require updated reports every five years. The sponsor and the Alzheimer’s Association said the task force has been delayed by appointment problems and needs to be fully staffed to continue its work. The committee also discussed the task force’s prior incomplete staffing and the need for continuity, and the hearing concluded with no opposition.

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• The other two, Iowa, has advanced legislation this session, and even Illinois has introduced age verification

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the previous day’s journal by a 122-0 vote, and numerous introductions of special guests, including Special Olympics participants, occupational therapy and social work students and professionals, teachers, social workers, local officials, and community groups visiting for Hill Day and other advocacy events. Members also made announcements about committee meetings before the chamber recessed until 2 p.m. On the floor, House Bill 2974 was perfected and printed with little debate. Supporters said it would codify telehealth access in Missouri’s licensure reciprocity framework, helping seniors and rural residents continue to receive care. House Bill 2934, a bipartisan St. Louis convention center governance measure, also advanced after adoption of an amendment changing governor-appointed board seats to two city, two county, and one at-large member. The bill would merge existing entities managing the convention center and Dome, create a new board structure, and authorize a convention district tax framework and related financing rules; members discussed local control, revenue use, and the length of agreements under the bill. House Bill 2057, a technical fix for Osage Beach entertainment district authority, was adopted and perfected and printed. Supporters said it corrects an error from a prior bill and would allow Osage Beach to create an entertainment district similar to those in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Branson to support tourism and economic development. The chamber also took up House Bill 1839 and related bills on age verification for pornographic websites. Proponents argued the measure is needed to protect minors from online pornography and exploitation, citing the Supreme Court’s upholding of a similar Texas law and Missouri’s existing attorney general enforcement efforts; opponents raised privacy, enforcement, and unintended-consequences concerns, including whether less-scrupulous sites could become more accessible. After a motion for the previous question, the House adopted the committee substitute and perfected and printed House Bill 1839 by a 104-16 vote with 20 present.

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• have, such as the Keokuk Hydro Dam, that makes approximately 115 megawatts of power up in southeast Iowa

Summary: The Committee on Utilities heard testimony first on House Bill 2807, which would lower Missouri’s renewable energy standard from 15% to 7.5% and add nuclear generation as an eligible source, with the sponsor saying the goal is to give utilities more flexibility and support dispatchable power. The sponsor and several witnesses discussed a Senate companion and committee substitute that would clarify the bill to apply only to new nuclear and, in the Senate version, add battery storage credits. Support came from Renew Missouri, Ameren Missouri, Missouri Farm Bureau, and Associated Industries of Missouri, who emphasized grid reliability, dispatchable generation, and the need to adapt to growing energy demand. Opposition from the Consumers Council of Missouri focused on ratepayer impacts, warning that the bill could increase the RESRAM surcharge and urging explicit language to prevent nuclear costs from being passed through to consumers. The committee then heard House Bill 2598, a more complex proposal to create a Missouri Advanced Nuclear Office and a grant program to help finance a “power campus” pairing a natural gas plant with a small modular nuclear reactor. The sponsor and supporters described the bill as a way to attract large data centers, provide near-term power, and use gas plant profits to help fund future nuclear development, while also positioning Missouri to compete with other states and federal nuclear incentives. Witnesses from Bridge to Nuclear and the Missouri Chamber of Commerce supported the concept as innovative and pro-reliability, though committee members repeatedly questioned why the state should put general revenue at risk, how profits and grants would be structured, and whether private markets could do the work without state involvement. Opposition to HB 2598 came from a consumer advocate and an environmental/community witness, who criticized the bill’s potential effects on electric rates, transparency, water use, and local communities affected by data centers. They objected to confidential grant applications and argued that the proposal would further favor large corporations over residents. No votes were taken on either bill during the hearing. Before adjournment, the chair announced that a committee substitute for Representative Banderman’s solar bill would be heard at a later, committee-only session, with the public allowed to attend but not testify.

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• money to be put into our economy here in the state, and just to make sure that we ain't the first one, Iowa

Summary: The Committee on Pensions met without a quorum at first, then later returned to executive session and held several bill hearings. Representative Haley presented House Bill 295, which would allow PSRS retirees who have reached the 80% COLA cap to receive an additional 2% COLA in years when investment returns exceed the system’s assumed rate and CPI conditions are met. Haley and supporters from the Missouri Retired Teachers Association said the bill was narrowly targeted, non-cumulative, and protected by guardrails; committee members questioned whether it could affect funding stability. PSRS/PEERS counsel testified informally that the proposal would function like a one-time “13th paycheck,” would affect about 3,400 PSRS and 800 PEERS retirees, and would cost roughly $32 million for PSRS and under $1 million for PEERS, while emphasizing the systems’ smoothing policy and funded status. The committee then adopted a substitute and passed House Committee Substitute for House Bills 2884 and 1655 by a 12-0 vote. The substitute combined language dealing with St. Louis police retirement board quorum/appointment timing, public employee retirement system provisions, and public school retirement system board quorum/vote requirements, and it also added clarifying language so retirement systems could continue routine informational communications without using funds to support ballot measures. The committee next took up House Committee Substitute for House Bills 1762 and 2059, which would increase the income tax deduction for private retirement income and raise the income threshold for eligibility. Supporters argued it would provide parity with the earlier public-pension tax break and help retirees and self-employed taxpayers; opponents raised concerns about the fiscal impact and timing. The substitute passed 8-4. Representative Bromley then presented House Bill 2144, which would increase the PSRS death benefit from $5,000 to $10,000. He said the current amount no longer covers funeral costs and that the change would help older retirees’ families. MRTA supported the concept but urged caution about system solvency and suggested looking at PEERS as well; PSRS/PEERS counsel testified that the benefit applies to all vested PSRS members, would cost about $137.8 million in actuarial liability, and would reduce the trust fund by about 0.19%. An EMPERS representative confirmed that system also has a $5,000 death benefit and uses similar third-party death-notification services. Finally, Representative Mayhew briefly presented House Bill 2205, which would exempt all public and private retirement income from Missouri income tax; no one testified in support or opposition, and the hearing adjourned after no further discussion.