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LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Administration of Criminal Justice Apr 8th, 2026
Administration of Criminal Justice
Transcript Highlights:
- Forum, present in support, not wishing to speak.
- We have green cards in support.
- I support your bill, but I have a German Shepherd.
- I'm here in support of this bill.
- So I stand in support of this amendment.
Committee:
House Administration of Criminal Justice
Keywords:
juvenile justice, electronic monitoring, annual report, supervision outcomes, data transparency, inmate release, notification, law enforcement, victims, public safety, hit-and-run, crime of violence, felony, sentencing, battery, sound, intentional harm, physical pain, hearing impairment, video voyeurism
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I support Senate Bill 2660.
- This bill has broad property owner support.
- The community support includes unanimous resolutions of support from the Hays County Commissioner's Court
- Chairman, that we want to support, and we do support.
- I support this legislation because I support private property rights, and just like every other district
Committee:
House Natural Resources
Keywords:
water filtration, public drinking water, health and safety, well maintenance, water quality, Edwards Aquifer, water conservation, reclaimed water, aquifer storage, environmental protection, public utility agency, dissolution, local government, regulatory framework, municipal authority, Texas Water Bank, Texas Water Trust, water rights, water banking, instream flow
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Transportation Committee Mar 24th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for support for support and speak. Yeah, okay. Okay, good.
- As I said, CSAC has a support-and-concept position.
- As I said, CSAC has kind of a support and concept.
- Madam Chair, members here in support.
- strong support.
Summary:
The Assembly Transportation Committee met and began without a quorum, first hearing AB 612 by Assembly Member Rogers and later AB 435 by Assembly Member Wilson. AB 612 would direct Caltrans to update the highway design manual so local jurisdictions consult with fire departments on major road improvements. Supporters, including the California Professional Firefighters and labor representatives, said the bill would improve emergency response and prevent road designs from hindering fire apparatus. County representatives said they were not opposed but wanted the bill narrowed to avoid mandatory consultation on minor maintenance projects or in areas without a local fire district. Several members praised the bill as common-sense safety legislation, and it was moved forward to Appropriations.
The committee then adopted its rules and approved a seven-bill consent calendar. AB 435 would update California child passenger safety law to require children under 10 to be properly restrained in the back seat, require children ages 10 to 13 to remain in the back seat unless they pass the five-step seat belt fit test, and require the five-step test before a child may ride in the front seat. The author and supporters, including Safe Kids Greater Sacramento, Safety Belt Safe USA, AAA, the Automobile Club, and hospitals, argued the bill would align state law with national best practices and improve child safety. Committee members raised concerns about enforceability, implementation timing, pickup trucks, large families, and low-speed vehicles, and the author said he was open to amendments and additional data, including California-specific information.
AB 435 was advanced to the Committee on Appropriations after discussion. AB 612 also received a due pass recommendation to Appropriations. The committee held rolls open to allow additional members to add on, then later confirmed the votes and adjourned.
AR
Arkansas 2026 1st Special Session
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND DEMENTIA ADVISORY COUNCIL Jul 9th, 2026
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND DEMENTIA ADVISORY COUNCIL
Transcript Highlights:
- Support businesses to be able to introduce brain-healthy habits for their employees.
- And then, of course, the family caregiver support piece.
- How do we make sure that, you know, we're supporting families in those tragedy areas as well?
- That, you know, we're supporting families in those tragedy areas as well.
- So they have a support network to consult on cases and also an education resource as well.
Summary:
The Arkansas Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Advisory Council met to introduce members, adopt its rules and procedures, approve prior minutes, and authorize the co-chairs to approve special expenses. The main discussion focused on updating the Arkansas State Plan for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, with David Cook of the Alzheimer’s Association outlining major changes in prevalence, caregiving burden, diagnostics, and treatment since the prior plan. He noted rising disease and caregiver numbers in Arkansas, the expansion of amyloid PET access, the growing use of blood-based biomarkers, and the availability of FDA-approved treatments such as Leqembi and Kisunla, while emphasizing that access, insurance coverage, and provider education remain major barriers.
Members and presenters also discussed the need to better reach rural primary care providers, who may not be aware of new diagnostics and therapies, and the bottlenecks caused by limited specialists and infusion capacity. There was concern about overreliance on blood tests without confirmatory evaluation, and several members stressed the importance of collaboration, public education, and promoting brain health through exercise and diet. The council also heard about existing programs such as the dementia services coordinator, the BOLD grant, caregiver respite grants, workforce training, and a pilot dementia resource center with UAMS Centers on Aging.
The council approved a new four-part outline for the next state plan: advancing risk reduction and brain health/early detection, strengthening family caregiver support, improving access to diagnostics and treatment, and supporting access and quality of care, including workforce and crisis response. Members also agreed to consider future agenda items on new treatments, brain health and lifestyle prevention, workforce training, and possible legislative changes to the enabling statute. The meeting ended with discussion of scheduling the next meeting, tentatively set for August 12 in Hot Springs, and adjournment.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Status of Persons with Disabilities Jun 21st, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- Again, I'm a Family Support Center, a DDS Family Support Center, so it made perfect sense for me to be
- Again, I'm a Family Support Center, a DDS Family Support Center, so it made perfect sense for me to be
- What the data helped us see was that even when supports exist, they're not...
- So this shift for us has less been about creating new supports and more about refining how existing supports
- There's a whole section on the IEP about community and interagency connections and support.
Summary:
The Employment Subcommittee of the Permit Commission on Status of Persons with Disabilities met on April 27 and approved the prior meeting minutes before hearing a presentation from the Lawrence Partnership for Transition to Employment (LPTE). Presenters from UMass Boston’s Institute for Community Inclusion, the Arc of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, Northeast, and Lawrence Public Schools described LPTE as a five-year grant focused on improving transition outcomes for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Lawrence through community partnerships, work groups, and family engagement.
A major focus was a family survey designed to better understand barriers to transition planning and IEP participation. Presenters said the survey response rate increased sharply after Lawrence Public Schools helped distribute it, rising from about a dozen responses to more than 200. Survey findings showed common barriers such as scheduling conflicts, language access, childcare, transportation, and limited understanding of IEPs and transition planning. The data also suggested that many families expect college or employment outcomes for their children, but fewer reported access to pre-employment training, indicating a communication gap rather than a lack of services.
Lawrence school staff explained that the district has a five-person transition team, bilingual resources, workshops, and a developing online transition hub, and that they are using the survey results to improve visibility and access to existing supports. Committee members discussed the need to start transition planning earlier, expand real-world work experiences, improve outreach to Latino families, and better connect students with college, trade, and employment pathways. Several members suggested partnerships with summer youth employment, volunteer programs, and college or alumni panels. The presenters said the grant ends in September, but the resource hub will continue through the Arc and they are exploring ways to sustain the consortium model. The meeting ended with thanks to the presenters, an update that committee members would meet with Seed on Massachusetts as a model employer, and notice that the next meeting would feature the Office of Veteran Affairs before adjournment.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Mar 19th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I rise in support of H.R. 83. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise in support of H.R. 83.
- I rise in support of H.R. 83 by my colleague in Sacramento.
- He said, with that, he rises in support of the measure. Thank you.
- I too rise in support of H.R. 83.
- And thank you so much to everybody who has spoken in support of this measure.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/02/2026 - Senate Director Nominations
Transcript Highlights:
- Providing this support shores up the overall strength of our tourism industry.
- And so we'll continue to support in any way we can in that regard as well. Thank you.
- AZLTA strongly supports Ms.
- Geltzor Ridgway’s confirmation and respectfully asks for your support today. Thank you, Mr.
- “Today and support Ms. Scalpsa Ridgeway. My name is Bridget Binsbacher.
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Director Nominations met to consider Alex Scalpsa Ridgeway’s nomination to serve as Director of the Arizona Office of Tourism. Chair Jay Kaufman opened with remarks about the committee’s role in reviewing nominees for fidelity to state law and executive accountability. Ridgeway gave an opening statement describing her Arizona background, prior state service, and her view that tourism is a major economic driver for the state. She highlighted record visitation and spending, the importance of marketing the whole state, and efforts to expand social media, data use, and support for rural communities.
Committee members questioned Ridgeway about the state of tourism, responsible visitor messaging, the need to market Arizona despite major attractions like the Grand Canyon, rural tourism strategies, international travel declines, return on investment for marketing, and how she would respond to unlawful or poor policy directives. She said she would always follow the law, would raise concerns about policy using data, and emphasized an activity-based marketing strategy focused on family travel, outdoor recreation, cultural travel, culinary, wellness, and luxury. She also discussed conflict-of-interest safeguards, said she would support more transparency and checks and balances, and noted plans to explore AI and other technology to improve efficiency.
Public testimony strongly supported the nominee. Representatives from the Arizona Lodging and Tourism Association, the Cactus League Baseball Association, and Experience Scottsdale praised Ridgeway’s experience, leadership, and collaborative approach, and emphasized tourism’s economic importance statewide. The committee then moved to recommend her confirmation. The motion passed 5-0, and Chair Kaufman congratulated Ridgeway on the committee’s approval and adjourned the meeting.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services Feb 18th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Pietro, Board of Family Voice, waving in support.
- Pietro, Board of Family Voice, waving in support. Victoria Zep. Victoria Zep, waving in support.
- , and Doug Russell, Quest Diagnostics, waving in support.
- And with that, I'd ask for your favorable support.
- Thanks so much for being here, waving in support.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm going to support the bill.
- Florida Hospital Association, waiving in support.
- Daniel is waving in support. Up next, we have Dr.
- I recognize many veterinarians do not support this bill.
- Waving in support. Is there any further public testimony?
Committee:
House Commerce Committee
Summary:
The committee took up eight bills and memorials and reported each favorably. It first passed HM 4063, a memorial urging Congress to lay the groundwork for a federal sovereign wealth fund. Sponsor Rep. Anderson described it as a long-term economic security measure, while several members questioned how such a fund would be structured, governed, and balanced against paying down debt. Ranking member Hunschofsky and Rep. Spencer raised concerns about transparency, market disruption, and the lack of specific parameters. The memorial passed on a recorded vote.
The committee then approved CS/HB 139, allowing pawnbrokers to use digital transaction forms, with SMG testifying in support as a modernization and pro-business change. It also adopted an amendment and passed HB 1157, which tightens reemployment assistance requirements by adding work-search, interview, identity, immigration, and availability checks; the amendment added protection for missed interviews due to emergencies and removed an email reporting requirement. The Florida AFL-CIO and Florida Center for Fiscal and Economic Policy opposed the bill, arguing Florida’s unemployment system is already overly restrictive and that the proposal would further limit access to benefits, while supporters said it would ensure claimants are actively seeking work and verify eligibility.
Members also passed CS/HB 497 to create nonprofit agricultural organization medical benefit plans for farmers and ranchers, with support from Americans for Prosperity, the Florida Hospital Association, and the Farm Bureau; CS/HB 729 to authorize veterinary professional associates to perform limited duties under veterinarian supervision, with testimony from veterinarians and advocates citing access and workforce shortages; and HB 311, a right-to-repair bill for motorized wheelchairs, which drew strong support from disability advocates who described long repair delays, high costs, and the impact on independence and health. Rep. Tramont praised the wheelchair repair bill during debate, and the committee voted it favorably.
Finally, the committee passed CS/HB 1549, an Office of Financial Regulation agency bill intended to help regulate financial institutions more efficiently, and CS/HB 715, which allows licensed roofing contractors to perform roof-to-wall connections during reroof or repair projects and extends the emergency cancellation window to 180 days after a declared emergency. HB 715 was amended to require a contract notice advising property owners to verify insurance coverage before signing when the work is tied to an insurance claim. Roofing industry groups and home inspection representatives supported the measure as a way to reduce costs and improve wind mitigation. At the end of the meeting, the chair announced the agenda was complete and the committee rose.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services (Part II) Mar 5th, 2025
Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- From an experiential basis, I express my support for Senate Bill 513.
- So please join in support. Thanks for your time. Thank you, Mr. Smith.
- Yes, my name is Rebecca Beltran, and I am in support of Senate Bill 513.
- It gives me hope to achieve this support.
- We come together again today to support SB 916.
Committee:
Senate Health & Human Services
Keywords:
SB 502, Texas peace officers, Health and Human Services Commission, HHSC Office of Inspector General, OIG investigators, law enforcement classification, Schedule C, state employee benefits, injury benefits, peace officer status, commissioned officers, state auditor classification, Government Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, human services, health and human services, law enforcement compensation, public employee benefits, Texas state law enforcement, child welfare
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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Committee:
Senate Human Services
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- I am in strong support of HCR 37.
- I am in strong support of HCR 37.
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Committee:
House Public Safety
Summary:
The Committee on Public Safety met on March 21, 2025, and heard several resolutions related to corrections, emergency preparedness, and wildfire risk. Early items included HCR 62/HR 57 on flying the National League of Families POW/MIA flag year-round at the state Capitol, for which no one testified, and HCR 154/HR 49, which would request a comprehensive forensic audit of DCR and DAGS spending tied to planning and building a new jail to replace the Ahu Community Correctional Center. The ACLU strongly supported the audit, arguing that the state has spent millions on jail planning over many years without clear accounting, that a new jail is unnecessary and fiscally irresponsible, and that public-private partnership arrangements could reduce transparency. Committee members questioned the use of the term “forensic,” the age of some cited allegations, and whether the auditor could instead conduct another type of audit; the ACLU said it was open to other audit language and offered to help compile background materials. No vote was taken in the portion provided.
The committee also heard HCR 63, asking DCR to provide separate clinical counseling services for correctional staff, with one supporter, and HCR 23, which asks DCR to include circuit and district court facilities in planning the new Ahu Community Correctional Center and to establish a release procedure that avoids releasing detainees into residential communities or public spaces. DCR Director Johnson said the department supported the intent of HCR 23 and had discussed it with the Chief Justice and court administrator, adding that one multi-purpose courtroom could handle both district and circuit proceedings. The chair then moved on without further discussion.
A major portion of the meeting focused on HCR 37, which asks HEMA to work with other agencies on outreach and preparedness for kūpuna. Testifiers from the Pearl City Neighborhood Board, AARP Hawaii, and the Hawaii Council of Community Associations supported the measure, citing the vulnerability of older adults and people with disabilities during disasters, lessons from the Lahaina fires, and the need for clear evacuation plans, siren reliability, and better coordination with care homes and condominium associations. Several speakers described local preparedness efforts and concerns about gaps in communication and implementation. The committee also discussed HCR 69/HR 62 on creating a vegetation management working group to reduce wildfire risk; the Division of Consumer Advocacy supported it, with testimony describing dangerous incidents involving vines and bamboo contacting electrical lines and causing sparking and a utility pole fire. The meeting ended with testimony and questions continuing on that topic, and no final committee action was shown in the excerpt.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- so we can support our communities in those parts of the state, sir.
- And I do echo Senator Meznar's words about bipartisan support and folks that want to step up and support
- And I do echo Senator Meznar's words about bipartisan support and folks that want to step up and support
- And for that, we support this bill.
- I rise in support of this and wanted to just speak briefly on it.
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee first approved the January 21, 2026 minutes without objection and then held an executive nomination hearing for James McCain to the Arizona Board of Regents. McCain described his military background, education at Arizona State University, and interest in serving rural, tribal, and veteran communities. Senators from both parties praised his service and bipartisan support, and the committee voted 7-0 to recommend his confirmation to the full Senate.
The committee then considered SB 1026, which limits how often alternative education programs and schools in good standing must recertify and allows ADE or the State Board of Education to require certain student-population and compliance showings. After adopting a committee amendment, the bill received a 4-3 do-pass recommendation, with some members objecting that the bill reduced accountability and did not clearly define good standing. SB 1126, which requires schools to provide information to DCS caseworkers during abuse or neglect investigations and bars schools from preventing employees from speaking with DCS, passed 7-0. SB 1143, requiring schools and LEAs to submit CRDC information and directing ADE to publish an annual school safety report, also passed 4-3 after testimony that the bill was redundant and burdensome.
Finally, the committee heard SB 1166, which expands high school equivalency preparation instruction through accommodation schools from only 12th grade to grades 10 through 12 for students at least 16 years old. The sponsor said the bill simply broadens access to the program, while some members questioned whether it could encourage students to pursue a GED earlier than intended. The bill received a 5-2 do-pass recommendation, and the committee adjourned after completing its agenda.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Debate — April 26 Apr 26th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- , without family support, could end up in a place like this.
- Madam Speaker, I ask for your support. Please vote yes. Please support this bill.
- Madam Speaker, I urge your support. Further remarks.
- I support concurrence today on this piece of legislation.
- Please support the changes. Thank you.
Summary:
The House considered Substitute Senate Bill 5393, relating to closing Rainier School by June 30, 2027. After many withdrawn amendments, the House adopted striking Amendment 1455, which changed the bill to allow current residents to remain at Rainier School as long as they choose and can live there, while also creating opportunities for community care transitions, return to Rainier if needed, and regular reporting from DHS on transition outcomes, mortality, and related data. Members speaking in favor emphasized the need to move away from institutional care, protect vulnerable residents, and improve accountability; some noted the emotional and personal significance of the issue. The bill then passed the House 76-22 and was immediately transmitted to the Senate.
The House also took up several Senate-amended bills and concurred in the Senate changes before final passage. Second Substitute House Bill 1207 passed 54-44 after debate over a fee increase and whether the revenue would benefit local jurisdictions enough. Substitute House Bill 1498 passed 70-28 after a modest Senate adjustment giving more first-year flexibility. House Bill 2003 passed 53-45 despite concerns that it would reduce fishing opportunities. Substitute House Bill 2047 passed 58-40; supporters praised the Senate changes, while opponents argued it still ended a valuable employee ownership program and remained subject to appropriations. House Bill 2050 passed 56-42 after the Senate removed an apportionment shift from the bill, though some members still objected to the remaining ALE enrollment cap.
The House also received messages from the Senate indicating passage of a gross substitute House Bill 249 and that the President had signed gross substitute Senate Bill 5041. The chamber then adjourned until 10 a.m. Sunday, April 27.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Revenue Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:30 am
Joint Committee on Revenue
Transcript Highlights:
- We still rely on these federal funds to support 20% of our operations.
- We still rely on these federal funds to support 20% of our operations.
- I urge all members of the committee to support HB 3109 and SB 2014.
- And then my follow-up... ...and they exist as businesses to support them. Thank you.
- And just, I guess my concern is I'm supportive of the idea.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Revenue
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Revenue held a hybrid hearing on 10 bills covering voluntary contributions, sales tax, property tax, and economic development. Chair Adrian Madaro outlined the process, noted the July 12 reporting deadline for House-filed matters, and explained that written testimony would be accepted through July 7. Testimony was limited to three minutes per speaker, with questions from committee members after each witness.
Several local and statewide measures were presented in support. Melrose Mayor Jennifer Grigoratus supported H. 3979, which would authorize Melrose to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption tied to the state Senior Circuit Breaker credit; she said the program has helped 209 senior households and provides relief of several hundred to about a thousand dollars per household. Michael Memelow of the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination supported H. 3109 and S. 2014, which would create a Massachusetts Against Discrimination Fund allowing voluntary donations, including through tax returns, to help offset uncertainty in federal funding that supports about 20% of MCAD’s operations. Tom Hurley of the Massachusetts Airport Management Association supported H. 3125, which would exempt runway and taxiway infrastructure at privately owned public-use airports from property tax, arguing it would address an economic fairness issue for 10 such airports.
Chris Gregory testified in support of H. 3037, a voluntary income tax checkoff for a least developed countries fund administered through Oxfam and the World Bank to support environmental work in the world’s poorest countries. Committee members asked follow-up questions about the number of Melrose households receiving the exemption, the scale and risk of MCAD’s federal funding, dual-filing procedures with the EEOC, the tax burden and local impact of privately owned airports, and the structure and administration of the least developed countries fund. No votes or formal actions were taken during the hearing, and the chair adjourned after testimony concluded.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee Jun 8th, 2026
Energy, Utilities and Communications
Transcript Highlights:
- All right, let's go to folks who want to voice their support for the bill.
- Craig Schuller, not Mandy Lee, on behalf of GreenGen Storage, also in support.
- While they're not in support, they all see benefits. Thank you.
- We come before you today in strong support of AB 2518.
- Happy to be in support of the bill.
Committee:
Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Local Government Committee May 18th, 2026
Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- I respectfully ask for your support today.
- Is there anyone here in support? Thank you, Madam Chair and members.
- Jeff Neal representing Contra Costa County also in support. Thank you.
- Jessica Hay with AFSCME California, and strong support. Thank you.
- This is not about whether we support a tax or not.
Committee:
Senate Local Government
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- If not, I ask for your support and send this to print. Senator Adams. Mr.
- If not, I ask for your support, send this to print. Senator Adams. Mr.
- Chairman. support this to send this to print. Senator Adams. Mr.
- He was supportive and encouraged me to pursue this idea.
- I would be grateful if you would consider supporting it too.
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
Summary:
The committee first heard a resolution supporting the Idaho Caregiving Alliance’s work on a statewide strategic plan for kinship care and caregiving resources. The sponsor described kinship care as placement with relatives, tribe members, stepparents, or fictive kin, emphasized the benefits to children and the state, and cited data on grandfamilies and children raised by kin. In response to questions, the sponsor said the effort was based on existing grant funding and was not seeking new public money. The committee then voted to send the resolution to print.
Members next considered several RSs. RS 33536 would set dispensing fees and reimbursement rates for independent pharmacies and strengthen transparency rules for pharmacy benefit managers; it was sent to print after the sponsor said the Insurance Director had been consulted. RS 33535 would move the presidential primary to the first Tuesday after the first Monday in May, and RS 33511 would codify Public Utilities Commission rules on large-load customers such as data centers to prevent infrastructure costs from being broadly socialized; both were introduced. RS 33589 would extend temporary rules until pending rules become final on July 1, and RS 33586 would exempt churches from certain ballot-initiative reporting requirements if spending stayed under 10% of prior-year receipts; both were also introduced.
The committee also heard RS 33599, a concurrent resolution urging support for wildlife crossings to improve public safety and protect migration corridors, and it was sent to print. Finally, House Bill 652, which would declare an official state sport, was presented by a fourth-grade homeschool student who advocated for hunting based on Idaho history, conservation, and outdoor traditions. Committee members praised her presentation and her family, and the bill was advanced with a do-pass recommendation. The meeting then adjourned.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 2 on Human Services Apr 23rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- We intend to make sure that we continue to provide support while we make sure.
- Proposal provides targeted support for underserved counties, as Mr. Gordon referenced.
- Excuse me, enrollment-based funding is important as we support our state's mixed delivery system.
- I want to thank you again for all of your dedication to seeing the supports come to place to support
- Thank you for your leadership and unwavering support.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
TOU/ECD Joint Public Hearing - Tue Feb 11, 2025 @ 10:30 AM HST
Transcript Highlights:
- First up to testify, we have HHFDC in support. Okay, we'll go back to them if they show next up.
- And third, it provides both technical and financial support for their operations.
- And third, it provides both technical and financial support for their operations.
- Next, we have the Hawaii Farm Bureau in support. Thank you.
- Next, we have Hawaii Farm Bureau in support.
Summary:
The joint hearing of the Committee on Tourism and the Committee on Economic Development and Technology met on February 11, 2025, to hear House Bill 96 and House Bill 106. HB 96 would allow low-income housing tax credits to offset state transient accommodations taxes, limit the credit to taxes imposed in the same county as the qualified building, and make Act 129 permanent. The Department of Taxation opposed the bill, saying it would be difficult to administer, would complicate the tax system, and could be susceptible to abuse; it also noted the credit would benefit the hotel owner even though the tax is paid by the customer. The Tax Foundation of Hawaii raised consumer protection concerns. No other testimony was offered, and the chair later recommended deferring HB 96 for further work with the Department of Taxation and the committee.
HB 106 would authorize the Agribusiness Development Corporation to financially support farming businesses engaged in agricultural tourism and expand the definition of enterprise accordingly. The Agribusiness Development Corporation testified in support, saying farmers requested the change, it would diversify income, and it would provide technical and financial support. The Hawaii Farm Bureau also supported the measure, and the chair noted eight pieces of testimony in support and one in opposition. No questions were raised, and the chair recommended passing the bill as is.
The committee voted on HB 106, with the chair and vice chair voting aye, along with Representatives Holt, Hussey, Ilagan, and Todd; Representative Matsumoto was excused. The chair’s recommendation to pass HB 106 was adopted, and the hearing was adjourned.