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• All those in favor say I. Any discussion? All those in favor say Any discussion?
• in the bill. bill. bill.
• in 12 equal in lease and makes it due in 12 equal in installments<00:20:28.080> on<00:20:28.320
• This is work that in in my first term, This is work that in in my first term, we<00:31:23.760>
• <00:34:05.279> the<00:34:05.519> area in used by other landlords in the area in used

Bills: HF2740, HF2901, HF4443, HF3943

Keywords: affordable housing, housing finance, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, MHFA, low-income housing tax credit, LIHTC, Section 42, compliance period, housing stability, rental housing, affordable rental housing, homelessness, housing insecurity, housing supply, preservation, recapitalization, distressed properties, regulatory relief, local affordable housing aid, Interagency Council to End Homelessness

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• we're also uh in procurement in Boston. we're also uh in procurement in Boston.
• it's in a blank appropriation in here. it's in a blank appropriation in here.
• And many times in dot in fiscal year.
• <00:26:28.480> in<00:26:28.799> situations so um I I I've heard in in situations so
• in 2025 in uh overshot the mark a bit in 2025 in uh greatly<00:46:58.000> increasing<00:46:58.560

Bills: HF3919, HF3791, HF1781, HF3908, HF4233, HF3966, HF3430

Keywords: veterans benefits, Secret War, Laos veterans, eligibility process, burial fees, veteran designation, security, protective services, state officials, Capitol complex, state patrol, public safety, legislative protection, threat assessment, transportation, electronic attestation, traffic signals, accident reporting, legislative routes, agricultural aircraft

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• Uh all those in 3513 in the minutes.
• <00:09:59.920> in getting a plan in place, um resources in getting a plan in place, um resources
• So I will not be voting in favor of sending this to Ways and Means without a fiscal note, and would request
• So uh I will not be voting uh in people.
• So uh I will not be voting uh in favor<00:23:56.480> of<00:23:56.720> sending<00:23:56.960

Bills: HF3919, HF3791, HF1781, HF3908, HF4233, HF3966, HF3430

Keywords: veterans benefits, Secret War, Laos veterans, eligibility process, burial fees, veteran designation, security, protective services, state officials, Capitol complex, state patrol, public safety, legislative protection, threat assessment, transportation, electronic attestation, traffic signals, accident reporting, legislative routes, agricultural aircraft

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• . >> Last night and I go back in my air-conditioned office. >> You got air in your office. >> You got
• All in favor say I. seconded. All in favor say I. >> I. >> I. >> I.
• in the room. room. room.
• in the in the positive nature of people. in the in the positive nature of people.
• She is in the hospital.

Bills: SB279, HB478, SB279, HB478

Keywords: Alabama State House, Montgomery, Legislative Council, demolition, state capitol, state capitol building, historic preservation, state property, inventory removal, fixtures, furnishings, reuse, recycling, upcycling, surplus property, public assets, legislative chambers, desk sale, chair sale, state auditor

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• We do training in two modules, a total of six days: three days in Tucson and three days in Phoenix.
• There's a bill pending in Florida to eliminate property tax in Florida, as well as in North Dakota, I
• I'm hoping in the future this committee will consider that bill, and I vote aye.
• But for those reasons, the fact that I like transparency so much, I'm in aye today.
• I mean, increasing the home and commercial values used in information on notices may reduce transparency

Bills: HB2016, HB2104, HB2105, HB2288, HB2289

Keywords: tax penalties, filing, tax returns, administration, Arizona Revised Statutes, agricultural property, classification, county assessor, property inspection, appeal process, property tax, agricultural classification, Department of Revenue, property valuation, inspection notice, inspection report, on-site inspection, full cash value, rural land, farm land

Summary: The committee began with member, staff, and page introductions, then heard reminders about public testimony limits. It first considered House Bill 2016, which would eliminate late-filing penalties when a tax return shows zero tax due. The sponsor argued the bill would prevent unnecessary fines on small businesses and individuals with no liability, while staff noted any fiscal impact would likely be minimal. The bill passed on an 8-1 vote, with one member opposing it on the grounds that current waiver procedures already exist and the change could weaken compliance incentives. The committee then took up House Bill 2104, which would bar county assessors from reclassifying agricultural property for four years after an owner prevails on appeal, unless there is a change in use, ownership, or parcel configuration. The sponsor and agricultural groups said the measure would reduce repetitive annual appeals and provide stability for ranchers and farmers, especially in urbanizing areas and in places affected by fallowing. County assessors opposed the bill, arguing that their offices are better qualified than the State Board of Equalization, that the bill could allow inaccurate classifications to persist, and that it relies too heavily on owners to report changes. After extensive testimony from the Maricopa County Assessor and the State Board of Equalization executive director, the committee approved the bill 5-4. Next, House Bill 2105 was heard. It would require advance notice of certain property inspections and provide inspection reports to property owners. The sponsor said the goal was to give owners a chance to be present for inspections and to receive the reasons for any denial of agricultural status. Assessors opposed the bill as an unfunded mandate and said they already communicate with owners through mail, door hangers, and other methods, but that a standardized report form does not currently exist. Supporters from the farm and ranch community said the bill would improve transparency and help avoid disputes. The committee passed the bill 5-4. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 2289, which updates truth-in-taxation and election pamphlet language to reflect higher residential property values, including a new $400,000 example. The sponsor and the Arizona Tax Research Association said the changes would make taxpayer notices more accurate and noted the bill was similar to one that had previously advanced, but without a provision that contributed to a veto. No vote was taken on this bill in the portion provided.

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• <00:37:52.960> a<00:37:53.040> sustainable<00:37:53.720> transparent ...in a
• So, I am now in a position where I'm voting no because we have made this ridiculously partisan when we
• a position where I'm I I am now in a position where I'm voting<01:13:14.840> no<01:13:15.120>
• Madam Chair, I think in this tied situation it's helpful to know how many votes that we have so that
• Madam Chair, I think in this tied situation it's helpful to know how many votes that we have so that

Bills: HF4456, HF4544, HF3698

Keywords: data broker, data brokerage, consumer privacy, personal data, data privacy, Minnesota attorney general, registration, public registry, civil penalties, enforcement, special revenue fund, privacy rights, data sales, data collection, consumer protection, chapter 325M, controller, processor, data broker registry, transparency

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• <00:16:40.720> that maybe in in paragraph C of that maybe in in paragraph C of that subdivision
• I was calling for a vote. I'm in such a hurry. We've got such a packed meeting today.
• in the state. in the state.
• <00:37:41.520> other defined in this manner in one other defined in this manner in one other
• <01:05:35.359> in Reducing minimum lot sizes uh in in Reducing minimum lot sizes uh in in

Bills: HF4319, HF3295, HF3589, HF3587, HF3588, HF4295, HF3571, HF3895

Keywords: public utilities commission, Lake City, port authority, Red Wing, terms of appointment, local government, elections, open meeting law, transparency, public engagement, social media, government accountability, voter access, polling place, ballot, unexpected needs, election judge, public information, political parties, HF4295

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• VA does their increments in 10.
• this is not unusual within um hiring in this is not unusual within um hiring in the<00:04:19.680
• <00:05:09.600> Um, payment bill in the Senate. Um, payment bill in the Senate.
• Got a second. >> All in favor say I. >> All in favor say I. >> All oppose. >> All right.
• >> All in favor say I. I. >> All in favor say I. I. >> Opposed.

Bills: HB292, HB307, SB33, HB292, HB307, SB33

Keywords: economic development, incentives, transparency, compliance, Alabama Jobs Act, speedy trial, visiting judge, court administration, public interest, criminal justice, SB33, marriage, premarital class, conflict resolution, marriage license reform, probate judge, Administrative Office of Courts, AOC, domestic violence, intimate partner violence

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• on that, and then the substitute will be prepared in conjunction with what we voted on.
• line with what's in the budget.
• line with what's in the budget.
• order now and it's all open and transparent.
• order now and it's all open and transparent.

Bills: HB40, HB1916, HB1973, HB2524, HB2530, HB3180, HB3421, HB3783, HB4170, HB4213

Keywords: business court, civil procedure, litigation, jurisdiction, arbitration, divorce, property division, family law, court jurisdiction, marital assets, parent-child relationship, birth certificate, identity proof, Family Code, court process, attorney fees, court costs, legal expenses, dispute resolution, child support

Summary: The committee considered several House bills dealing with family law and civil procedure. House Bill 1916, concerning a court’s jurisdiction in suits to divide property not divided on dissolution of marriage, was reported favorably on a 4-0 vote and recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. House Bill 1973, addressing proof of the identity of a child’s parents in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship, was also adopted with a committee substitute, reported favorably 4-0, and sent to the local and uncontested calendar. House Bill 2524, on recovery of fees, court costs, and expenses in family law proceedings, and House Bill 2530, on special appointments in suits affecting the parent-child relationship, each received favorable 4-0 votes and were likewise recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. The committee then took up House Bill 3180, which was reported favorably 4-0 and recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. The most detailed discussion centered on House Bill 40, relating to updates to business courts. Senator Hughes explained a committee amendment that made conforming changes requested by the Finance Committee and removed language creating two new judgeships, replacing it with a different judge allocation. The amendment was adopted, the amended committee substitute was adopted, and the bill was reported favorably on a 4-0 vote and sent to the local and uncontested calendar. At the end of the meeting, members briefly clarified procedural details about the House Bill 40 amendment and then closed out the agenda. The committee also noted a correction to an earlier reference to Bartleby the Scrivener, and the Chair recessed the Committee on Jurisprudence subject to the call of the chair.

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• We passed it out of the committee, but it didn't pass through the Senate and didn't receive a vote in
• I didn't receive a vote in the Senate either.
• half from 6% in Texas to 3% in Texas.
• I would be highly in favor of this, and I am happy to say that the House unanimously voted for this.
• I would be highly in favor of this and I am happy to say that the House unanimously voted for this.

Bills: HB40, HB1916, HB1973, HB2524, HB2530, HB3180, HB3421, HB3783, HB4170, HB4213

Keywords: business court, civil procedure, litigation, jurisdiction, arbitration, divorce, property division, family law, court jurisdiction, marital assets, parent-child relationship, birth certificate, identity proof, Family Code, court process, attorney fees, court costs, legal expenses, dispute resolution, child support

Summary: The committee heard several House bills, most of them relating to family law and court procedure, and left each bill pending after testimony. House Bill 1916 would clarify that the court that issued a final divorce decree retains exclusive jurisdiction over later actions involving undivided property. House Bill 1973 would require a certified birth certificate, if reasonably available, to be filed with a SAPCR petition or allow alternative proof of parentage while keeping the information confidential. House Bill 2530 would add qualifications and procedural safeguards for appointing amicus attorneys in SAPCR cases, including notice and hearing requirements, minimum qualifications, conflict rules, and limits on what amicus attorneys may do. House Bill 2524 would make Family Code references to attorney’s fees consistent by using “reasonable and necessary” language. House Bill 3180 would correct a scrivener’s error in the civil discovery rules by changing “settlement” to “statement.” The committee also heard House Bill 4213, which would change the interest rate on overdue child support from the current 6 percent simple interest to a fixed 5 percent and require the Attorney General to report on the impact of the change. Testimony was sharply divided: supporters argued lower interest could improve collections and help low-income obligors catch up, citing research and the size of child-support arrearages; opponents said lowering the rate would reduce incentives to pay and harm custodial parents and children. The Attorney General’s office raised implementation concerns about a House version that would have created a variable rate, while the committee substitute was described as restoring a simple fixed rate. After testimony, the bill was left pending. The committee also discussed House Bill 40, updating business court provisions and supplemental jurisdiction; House Bill 3421, streamlining probate procedures for original wills and copies; and House Bill 417, clarifying venue for lawsuits involving private transfer fees on real property. Each drew limited testimony and was left pending. Finally, House Bill 3783 drew extensive testimony on court-ordered counseling and reunification therapy in family cases. The sponsor and supporters said the bill would protect children and abuse victims from coercive, unregulated reunification practices, while opponents argued it was too broad, could interfere with legitimate therapy and judicial discretion, and might affect military families and other high-conflict cases. The committee heard testimony from judges, therapists, parents, survivors, and advocates, but took no final action and left the bill pending.

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• For school districts, the school board was afforded some discretion in that they could vote in a public
• So in the interest of transparency and informed decision making, I urge the committee to pass SB 414.
• Currently, they had a campaign in the city against the bond issue, and the people that wanted to vote
• In the 2025 bond elections, what you see is about $41.3 billion put up for a vote.
• There being eight votes in favor. Ayes and zero nays, the motion prevails.

Bills: SB414, SB621, SB2395

Keywords: bond election, ballot proposition, debt obligation, municipal bonds, local government finance, property tax, ad valorem tax, school district bonds, county bonds, special taxing district, voter information document, public debt, municipal finance, tax-supported debt, election ballot language, bond transparency, homestead tax impact, capital improvements, general obligation bonds, public bank

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• a public school in the school district or geographic area in which the child or children reside, in
• Members, Senate Bill 413 by Senator Middleton is about increasing transparency in the meetings of the
• Currently, record votes are required to be taken in the legislature.
• vote.
• and forcing parents to watch an entire video in search for certain votes, which is like finding a needle

Bills: SB226, SB413, SB571, SB1049, SB2398, SB2920

Keywords: residency, public schools, child safety placement, enrollment, education code, school boards, transparency, public meetings, attendance, recording, misconduct, child abuse, educators, investigation, criminal offense, education law, suspension, reporting requirements, released time, religious instruction

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• We strongly recommend that you vote in favor of this bill, and we appreciate your consideration.
• 500 company in federal court in Midland.
• I urge you to vote in favor of House Bill 5400. Thank you very much, members. Any questions?
• So I'm just sitting here asking for you to vote in favor of this bill and give power back to the powerless
• Please vote in favor of HB3844 so we can help strip away that label of Opportunity Youth for good and

Bills: HB875, HB1667, HB2369, HB3844, HB4415, HB4479, HB4483, HB4676, HB5118, HB5400, HB5545

Keywords: workers' compensation, municipal construction, bidding requirements, small municipalities, contracting policies, first responders, PTSD, mental health, emergency services, medical expenses, injury claims, insurance carriers, opportunity youth, workforce development, employment, education, federal funds, employment discrimination, immunity waiver, public employees

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• Then, because we have been in committee all day today, I supported you about one out of three.
• So, every year, we come in, let's say we are the co-chairs of the U.
• sections where there are errors in the code that were put in the book and making those corrections.
• Senators, this day program in Senators, this day program in Sinclair County is a collaborative effort
• Do the employees have to put in their share of that as well?

Bills: SB248, SB242, HB44, SB266, HB44

Keywords: Alabama Administrative Procedure Act, APA, administrative law, judicial review, agency deference, Chevron deference, de novo review, contested case, state agency, regulatory power, individual liberty, statutory interpretation, rule interpretation, license revocation, license suspension, tax assessment, tax refund, administrative appeal, circuit court, Montgomery County

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• And decision in regards to their constituents of who we vote for to represent us at the city level.
• We need more. transparency and accountability, not less. Please vote this out of committee.
• In 2021...
• That has happened in the past in Medicaid.
• Um, clients in the SSLC, some of them even placed by courts in, in those.

Bills: HB150, HB869, HB876, HB 1043, HB1494, HB1522, HB150

Keywords: cybersecurity, state command, information resources, data protection, incident response, information technology, classification officer, job descriptions, state positions, competency-based, information sharing, government efficiency, public sector, private sector, distributed ledger, title registry, real estate, property liens, pilot program, healthcare

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• I'm in favor of radical transparency in government across the board.
• /c> curious how um a city in a small town in curious how um a city in a small town in Northwest<00:19
• <00:28:25.640> defined<00:28:26.159> in violence Advocates is in defined in violence
• In 2008, the Minnesota Legislature, without a single no vote or any objection, recognized that the public
• victims in this way and divulge in victims in this way and divulge in deeply<00:36:03.920> personal

Bills: HF1917, HF1083, HF367

Keywords: data practices, public official, transparency, government accountability, employment data, domestic abuse, domestic violence, battered women, victim advocate, advocacy, confidentiality, privilege, evidence law, witness privilege, court-ordered disclosure, shelter, crisis intervention, sexual assault counselor, victim services, protective services

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• that it's an opt-out instead of an opt-in.
• schools, it's an opt in, not an opt-out.
• In summary, what it does is increase transparency.
• And I would just really appreciate a yes vote and honor him and everybody that's serving in our United
• We've got to address some things in some cleanup.

Bills: HB3312, HB3700, HB2981, HB2961, HB3016, HB4478, HB4326, HB3025, HB3710

Keywords: firearm safety, public schools, education policy, student safety, gun control, opt-out option, grading system, student assessment, academic integrity, state funding, opinion conduct, open meetings, school boards, transparency, public access, education governance, HB2961, TSgt Marshal Dakota Roberts Gold Star Survivor Act, Gold Star family, Gold Star recipient

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• Hilbert, are there any members wishing to vote or change their vote? Seeing none. Declare the vote.
• Are there any members wishing to vote or change their vote? Close the queue, declare the vote.
• Are there any members wishing to vote or change their vote? Close the queue. Declare the vote.
• Have a do pass in a second. Any discussion or debate? If not, clerk opened the queue for a vote.
• Any members wishing to vote or change their vote?

Bills: HB4423, HB3342, HB3645, HB3647, HB3887, HB4430, HB4431, HB2964, HB3834

Keywords: Oklahoma Health Care Authority, Medicaid, immigration verification, healthcare access, federal reporting, health care providers, auditing, patient rights, claims, protection from fraud, audit process, error correction, hospice care, physician determination, healthcare standards, symptom management, health information exchange, all-payer claims database, health care transparency, health care costs

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• education in SB 1.
• Is this in every grade, or what are we doing?
• That still remains in the bill.
• And we've covered the military readiness in the first special session. and education in here.
• The contract deputy program is wildly popular in Harris County.

Bills: HB8, HB26, HB192

Keywords: HB 8, Texas public school accountability, school accountability, public school transparency, STAAR, state assessments, instructionally supportive assessment program, Student Success Tool, Texas Education Agency, TEA, accountability ratings, A-F ratings, through-year assessment, benchmark testing, norm-referenced assessment, college career military readiness, CCMR, local accountability plan, school district performance, campus turnaround

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• But that's it in a nutshell.
• In this bill, up to 10% of a fund ... ...in this bill, up to 10% of a fund that they're investing in.
• Investing in cryptocurrency.
• I think it'll enhance transparency. I think it'll enhance transparency.
• Again, I'd like to thank you for working in this area. But I would... In this area.

Bills: HB227, HB556, HB543, HB542, HB482, HB483, HB484

Keywords: firefighter benefits, occupational disease, line of duty, disability pension, death benefits, retirement benefits, hypertension, heart disease, respiratory disease, cancer presumption, HIV, hepatitis, municipal firefighters, state firefighters, fire districts, workers' compensation, public safety employees, post-retirement benefits, benefit eligibility cutoff, occupational illness