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• Speaker, your Committee Number Five, Agriculture, State and Public Lands and Water Resources, to whom
• Representative Provenza water resources to whom referred senate water resources to whom referred senate
• The external facade actually has energy efficiency improvements that go along with that.
• </c> actually there's energy efficiency actually there's energy efficiency improvements<01:26:58.159>
• are going to be our natural resources are going to be asked<01:56:32.800><c> to</c><01:56:32.960><c>

Keywords: 916, all

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• Um, and then these two websites that you see right there were um are resources for families um to figure
• to the uh um by providing resources to the uh community<00:21:10.880><c> and</c><00:21:11.200><c> our
• </c> decisions um using those resources. decisions um using those resources. &gt;&gt; Okay.
• So again, you know, where's the efficiency? Where are areas that we can streamline?
• Where are areas that we can efficiency? Where are areas that we can streamline?

Bills: SB2901 , SB2902 , SB2903 , SB2904 , SB2905 , SB2906 , SB2907 , SB2908 , SB2909 , SB2910 , SB2911 , SB2912 , SB2913 , SB2914 , SB2915 , SB2916 , SB2917 , SB2918 , SB2919 , SB2920 , SB2921 , SB2922 , SB2923 , SB2924 , SB2925 , SB2926 , SB2927 , SB2928 , SB2929 , SB2930 , SB2931 , SB2932 , SB2933 , SB2934 , SB2935 , SB2936 , SB2937 , SB2938 , SB2939 , SB2940 , SB2941 , SB2942 , SB2943 , SB2944 , SB2945 , SB2946 , SB2947 , SB2948 , SB2949 , SB2950 , SB2951 , SB2952 , SB2953 , SB2954 , SB2955 , SB2956 , SB2957 , SB2958 , SB2959 , SB2960 , SB2961 , SB2962 , SB2963 , SB2964 , SB2965 , SB2966 , SB2967 , SB2968 , SB2969 , SB2970 , SB2971 , SB2972 , SB2973 , SB2974 , SB2975 , SB2976 , SB2977 , SB2978 , SB2979 , SB2980 , SB2981 , SB2982 , SB2983 , SB2984 , SB2985 , SB2986 , SB2987 , SB2988 , SB2989 , SB2990 , SB2991 , SB2992 , SB2993 , SB2994 , SB2995 , SB2996 , SB2997 , SB2998 , SB2999 , SB3000

Keywords: geological subsurface characterization, groundwater, geothermal resources, environmental review, Hawaii groundwater and geothermal resources center, scientific research, non-extractive, public trust doctrine, clean energy, greenhouse gas, carbon sequestration, climate change, energy policy, Hawaii state energy office, emissions reduction, sustainable development, fare-free transportation, greenhouse gas emissions, public transit, tax on petroleum

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• </c><00:03:57.200><c> and</c><00:03:57.519><c> effective</c> establish the efficient and effective establish
• the efficient and effective District's<00:03:58.720><c> task</c><00:03:59.040><c> force</c><00:03:59.280
• If the money comes into the university from any source, it becomes university resources that cannot be
• If the money comes into the university from any source, it becomes university resources that cannot be

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Senate Education Committee met with a quorum and first considered two concurrent resolutions. SCR 76, sponsored by Sen. Amanda Bledsoe, would create a Kentucky School for the Deaf Governance Task Force to examine the school’s future governance and its relationship with the Kentucky Department of Education. Bledsoe described the school’s long history and said the task force would give the small deaf-school community more voice. The committee adopted the resolution unanimously with favorable expression. The committee then took up SCR 131, sponsored by Sen. Max Wise, to continue the Efficient and Effective Districts Task Force from 2024. Wise said the prior task force met about 10 times and focused on student achievement and district policy, and the new version would continue that work as a legislature-only task force. The resolution passed unanimously with favorable expression. Members next considered HB 240 on primary school promotion. Rep. Truitt explained that the bill would require students who are not ready in kindergarten to repeat kindergarten, while a committee substitute softened the approach by allowing a school to hold a child back in kindergarten but requiring action in first grade. He said the bill aligns with existing reading-screening efforts and is intended to strengthen early literacy foundations. The committee adopted the substitute and passed the bill unanimously with favorable expression; Sen. Williams briefly explained his support as favoring performance-based advancement. The committee also approved HB 298, which would change the identification of schools for comprehensive support and improvement from every three years to annually, require KDE recommendations during management audits, add professional development in reading and math, and require effective instructional resources. The committee substitute also allowed districts with multiple CSI schools to contract for a turnaround vendor. The bill additionally carried employee-misconduct provisions from prior sessions, including disclosure requirements for applicants; the only change discussed was removing the word “investigation” from one disclosure section. HB 298 passed unanimously with favorable expression, and the committee also adopted a title amendment. Finally, the committee heard HB 424 on employment at public postsecondary institutions. Rep. Tipton said the bill would require performance and productivity reviews for faculty at least every four years, clarify appointment and removal authority for presidents at certain institutions, and expand “cause” for dismissal to include failure to meet performance and productivity requirements. Dr. Ray Horton, speaking for faculty groups, proposed a small substitute that would tie any performance measures to existing employment contracts to preserve academic integrity and avoid unintended changes to tenure processes. Members discussed how tenure works at Kentucky universities, and the committee was still in the middle of considering the proposed substitute when the transcript ended.

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• We are always investing in resources, specifically in the wellness for students and student services.
• We are always investing in resources, specifically in the wellness for students and student services.
• We are always investing in resources, specifically in the wellness for students and student services.
• </c><01:07:16.839><c> for</c> ever want we are the go-to resource for ever want we are the go-to resource
• </c> hear that we are creative efficient hear that we are creative efficient Forward<01:21:37.360><c>

Committee: House Higher Education Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

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• , but I also ...environmental scientist, and I'm committed to protecting our natural resources, but I
• Vice Chair Grove, I was expecting the former Secretary of Natural Resources to take care of strong, but
• And so how, if that's one of the, it's good to be tech agnostic, resource agnostic.
• We're going to start with Senator Hopkins as a member of the Air Resources Board. Limon, aye.
• And finally, the importance of a transparent, inclusive, and efficient process.

Committee: Senate Rules

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• I'm just here as a resource witness. Are there any questions? Wonderful.
• We can manage this within existing resources. OK, great.
• Members, there is a resource witness here from Park City. Y'all need to speak with them.
• Members, there is a resource witness here from Park City. Y'all need to speak with them.
• Members, there is a resource witness here from Park City. Y'all need to speak with them.

Bills: HB4568 , HB5458 , HB4543 , HB2703 , HB3728 , HCR113 , HCR126

Committee: House Culture, Recreation & Tourism

Keywords: film industry, incentives, grants, Texas, moving image, economic development, production companies, content standards, HB 5458, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, TPWD, chronic wasting disease, CWD, cervids, deer, elk, moose, wildlife management, game animals, disease management

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• As the scale of the disaster increases, resources are supposed to layer in.
• the word about those resources is reaching those that drastically need it.
• At the beginning it was more frequent, or resource fairs.
• and moving resources forward.
• And the resources the state has, certainly people Is needed.

Summary: The committee heard a broad public safety budget hearing focused on youth justice funding, probation incentive grants, and disaster response and recovery. On the youth justice item, the Office of Youth and Community Restoration described a proposed change to the JJRBG funding formula that would shift resources away from a DJJ-based measure and toward county youth population, serious offenses, and step-down placements in less restrictive programs. Members asked about data on Native American youth; OYCR said statewide data are limited, but its SYTF data show about 1% of youth in secure youth treatment facilities were Native in 2024. The Department of Finance had no objections, and the item was discussed as a way to support alternatives to long-term incarceration. The committee then reviewed the community corrections performance incentive program for county probation departments. The Department of Finance proposed stabilizing the program with a maintenance payment, updating the performance baseline, and adding a growth factor; the LAO agreed the formula needed changes but recommended using 2022-23 data instead of 2021-23, using marginal rather than average cost assumptions, rejecting the growth payment and minimum guarantee, and adding stronger oversight through the BSCC. Finance said it was open to some technical changes but opposed a new BSCC audit framework, noting Judicial Council already surveys probation departments and that evidence-based practice use has increased over time. Members and staff indicated the proposal still needed further work. A major portion of the hearing focused on the January 2025 Southern California wildfires and state disaster response. A resident of Altadena gave emotional testimony about evacuation failures, loss of home, and the need for accountability. LAO and Cal OES outlined the disaster response and recovery system, including mutual aid, alert and warning, debris removal, FEMA and state funding streams, and the long timeline for reimbursement. Cal OES said it had pre-positioned resources, temporarily took over the county’s wireless emergency alert function for about three weeks, coordinated debris removal and recovery operations, and had already allocated more than $286 million in state funds. Officials also discussed the 100% federal cost share for emergency work for 180 days and the uncertainty created by changing federal processes and the cancellation of the BRIC resilience program. The committee also heard two smaller Cal OES items: a request to reappropriate about $22 million for the law enforcement mutual aid reimbursement program, which the LAO said should be placed in statute with clearer goals and reporting, and an update on Victims of Crime Act funding, where Cal OES said federal VOCA allocations have fallen sharply and that roughly $224 million would be needed to maintain current service levels if federal funding does not improve. Public comment included a request for funding to expand datacasting and emergency alert receivers for wildfire and earthquake warning.

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• at least let these families understand their federal tax liabilities and let taxpayers know how efficiently
• ...liabilities and let taxpayers know how efficiently their money is being used for a public benefit
• We need to cut spending and find reasonable resources for paying for the cost of education.
• for paying for reasonable uh resources for paying for the<00:17:28.480><c> cost</c><00:17:28.679><c>
• So, but you're right, only a small amount of that is coming from state-level resources, right?

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee opened a public hearing on HB 402, a bill dealing with whether Education Freedom Account (EFA) payments should be described in state law as not constituting taxable income. The bill sponsor argued that the current statute is misleading because New Hampshire should not imply a federal tax result, and said the bill would remove that language and could also be amended to clarify that families should consult tax advisors. He emphasized that the measure was not intended to impose a state tax on EFAs, but to avoid giving inaccurate advice about possible federal tax liability. Testimony was divided. A retired representative and a tax preparer both opposed the bill, saying EFA payments are already treated consistently with IRS rules and that the bill would create confusion, administrative burden, and possible tax consequences for low- and moderate-income families. They argued the bill is a solution in search of a problem and warned that requiring 1099s could add costs for the scholarship organization and recipients. A tax attorney supported the bill’s repeal of the state language, saying New Hampshire should not put tax advice into statute and that the current wording is inaccurate because federal law, not state law, controls taxability. He cited IRS Section 117 and Publication 970, explaining that only some scholarship-like payments are tax-free and that many EFA-eligible expenses may not qualify for federal exemption. Members asked questions about what would be misleading, whether the bill was trying to tax EFAs, and the cost of issuing 1099s. The sponsor and witnesses repeatedly said the bill was not a state tax on voucher payments, but a clarification about federal tax treatment. No vote or final committee action was taken in the portion provided.

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• They run very efficiently, in small counties and large counties alike.
• This means they may not have access to the resources... or the legal representation that they may have
• HB4696 gives courts flexibility, conserves public resources, and helps to ensure that legal protections
• It reflects a commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals while upholding fairness and efficiency
• We have to use the resources we have.

Bills: HCR 16 , HB 782 , HB 2159 , HB 2288 , HB 3281 , HB 3819 , HB 4656 , HB 4696 , HB 5494

Committee: House S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships

Keywords: fatherhood, family support, fatherlessness, community engagement, youth development, social policy, male role models, child development, policy reform, role models, mental health, parenting, single-parent homes, welfare reform, economic opportunity, mentorship, community initiatives, children, welfare programs, education

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• So, as you see on the slide here, land use is the number one resource all three compete for, and we have
• our resources addressing the gaps<00:11:06.279><c> and</c><00:11:06.440><c> building</c><00:11:06.680
• This enhances local resources and products to command higher market value.
• So without the proper equipment, learning how to be efficient, as well as reducing the risk and costs
• </c> equipment learning how to be efficient equipment learning how to be efficient as<00:26:49.720><c

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• Natural resources is a priority.
• hammer away at them and<00:01:53.719><c> then</c><00:01:54.399><c> natural</c><00:01:54.799><c> resources
• is a priority and then natural resources is a priority that's<00:01:56.600><c> that's</c><00:01:56.880
• </c><00:04:40.919><c> you</c> prepared and we have these resources you prepared and we have these resources
• You’ll see, uh, to generate resources like I mentioned for resiliency and mitigation.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• I strongly support getting resources while they're needed.
• However, at a time when concerns, getting resources while they're needed.
• these regulations that are administrative in nature are waived for the purpose of allowing these resources
• Upon completion, this project will expand a reliable and efficient public transportation system in my

Summary: The Assembly convened, established a quorum, and opened with a prayer and pledge that reflected on Japanese American incarceration during World War II and recent storm-related losses in California. The chamber then handled routine procedural matters, guest introductions, and several consent and file items before moving to floor debate on a series of resolutions and budget measures. The main policy item was HR 82, declaring February 19, 2026, a day of remembrance for the incarceration of Japanese Americans. Members from both parties and several caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing the injustice of Executive Order 9066, the importance of remembering civil liberties failures, and the need to guard against similar abuses today. The resolution drew some criticism of its rhetoric toward federal law enforcement, but after debate the Assembly added 72 coauthors and adopted HR 82 by voice vote. The chamber also adopted ACR 128, a resolution recognizing solidarity with Ukraine, and later passed ACA 7, a constitutional amendment related to government preferences, after a partisan debate over whether it would restore or prohibit discrimination. The Assembly also took up two budget-related concurrence items. AB 107, described as technical and conforming changes to the 2025 Budget Act and adjustments related to Proposition 4 projects, passed concurrence 59-3 and was sent immediately to the Governor. AB 117 authorized the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to borrow up to $590 million from already awarded transit capital funds to support operating costs for BART, Muni, AC Transit, and Caltrain; supporters called it a bridge loan to stabilize transit, while opponents called it a bailout lacking accountability. The measure passed concurrence 52-16 and was also transmitted to the Governor. The session ended with adjournments in memory of former Long Beach Mayor Bob Foster, with members praising his leadership in city government, energy policy, and clean energy development. The Speaker then announced the bill introduction deadline and the next floor session date before adjourning the Assembly until Monday, February 23, 2026.

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• I strongly support getting resources while they're needed.
• However, at a time when concerns getting resources while they're needed.
• these regulations that are administrative in nature are waived for the purpose of allowing these resources
• Upon completion, this project will expand a reliable and efficient public transportation system in my

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• seek care in emergency departments for conditions that could have been treated earlier and more efficiently
• most accessible health care professionals in rural communities and yet underutilized as a rural resource
• most accessible health care professionals in rural communities and yet underutilized as a rural resource
• I approach this issue not only as a legislator responsible for stewardship of public resources, but also

Bills: HB1621 , HB1624 , HB1623 , HB1622 , HB1625 , HB1626 , HB1627 , HCR3038

Keywords: presidential physical fitness test, physical education, fitness assessment, student fitness, school curriculum, graduation requirements, elementary school, middle school, high school, public schools, nonpublic schools, superintendent of public instruction, exceptions, disability accommodations, North Dakota studies, computer science, cybersecurity, health education, concept-based fitness class, school standards

Summary: The North Dakota House convened in special session with prayer, roll call, and a quorum present, then took up several rural health-related bills. Senate Bill 2401, as amended, required physicians to complete one hour of continuing education in nutrition and metabolic health each renewal cycle and also added language allowing criminal history background checks for the Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. Supporters emphasized the role of nutrition in reducing chronic disease, and the bill passed 92-0. The House then considered Senate Bill 2402, which expanded pharmacists’ limited prescriptive and therapeutic substitution authority for certain low-acuity conditions and clarified related lab-test and communication requirements. Members discussed examples such as motion sickness, cold sores, lice, hypoglycemia, COVID and flu testing, emergency access to medications and supplies, and limits excluding certain drug classes; the bill passed 91-1. Senate Bill 2403 created a temporary medical facility emergency operating loan option through the Bank of North Dakota for qualifying rural hospitals facing severe financial distress, with extensive debate over the targeted nature of the aid, anti-gifting concerns, repayment terms, and the hospital’s turnaround plan; it passed 80-12. Senate Bill 2404 appropriated funds for NDIT to address federal digital accessibility requirements and for the Public Service Commission’s litigation efforts related to transmission costs, with a backup loan authorization available if needed; it passed 92-0. At the close of the session, leaders thanked members and staff for their work on the rural health transformation package, a committee notified the Governor and the Senate that the House had completed its business, absent members were excused, and the House adjourned sine die.

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• The district is a non-user of FIMS maintenance resources at this time.
• Given the number of ongoing projects, the district may not have sufficient staffing or resources to fully
• the collaborative efforts needed for a CMAR, which could impact the method's effectiveness and efficiency
• traditional design-bid-build delivery method may be more appropriate and manageable within the current resources

Committee: House Public School Capital Outlay Oversight Task Force

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• An investigation and waste taxpayer resources due to inefficient and duplicative investigations.
• This really has the potential to waste taxpayers' resources through inefficient and duplicative... of
• because, with its present cumulative penalty structure, this bill may not provide sufficient ... ...efficient
• We have some witnesses, including a very special resource witness. But I'm...

Bills: SB2024 , SB227 , SB268 , SB1467 , SB1580 , HB5537 , SB1313 , SB1677 , SB918 , SB331 , SB2207 , SB2721

Committee: House Public Health

Keywords: e-cigarettes, marketing prohibition, youth protection, criminal penalties, public health, school funding, education reform, state budget, property taxes, equity in education, health care, licensing, complaint procedure, disciplinary action, law enforcement, death records, vital statistics, healthcare, trauma facility, Medicaid

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• be able to continue to enter into contracts with those communities to provide the needed policing resources
• bill is written in that there is no requirement for the financial terms of a contract to match the resource
• Expanding the number of exempt positions will ensure that sheriffs can fill these essential roles more efficiently
• Resources are tapped and we have to step in and help out as requested.

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• Speaker and members, as a proud immigrant, I am honored to highlight the work of the Central American Resource
• They're out there trying to advocate, trying to navigate through the resources. the maze of resources
• We are swapping these bills early in the two-year session to facilitate an efficient and orderly budget

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• WE BUILT OUT THIS WEBSITE THAT REALLY IS A ROBUST WAY TO PROVIDE RESOURCES TO THE CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY
• IN THE MEANTIME, THIS IS THE MAIN VEHICLE THAT WE'VE BEEN USING TO PROVIDE INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
• MOST OF THEM DON'T HAVE MORE THAN $30 MILLION IN RESOURCES.
• IS THAT THE BEST MOST EFFICIENT USE OF YOUR TIME?

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• This is about allocation of resources for us. You know, we talk about modern-day policing.
• So every resource we have a ...of applicants at the door like we did years past.
• It's, you know, we need to devote our resources to other things.
• I have to divert resources to traffic enforcement because it's one of our biggest complaints.
• It's what keeps our community safe, and it helps us with the limited resources and employment.

Bills: HCR32 , HB493 , HB679 , HB745 , HB896 , HB1000 , HB1024 , HB1050 , HB1159 , HB1172 , HB1173 , HB1207 , HB1208 , HB1218

Committee: House Transportation, Highways & Public Works

Keywords: Saint Claude Avenue Bridge, Port of New Orleans, backup motors, infrastructure, traffic management, expropriation, property rights, Amite River Basin, drainage, East Feliciana Parish, St. Helena Parish, government authority, traumatic brain injury, identification card, law enforcement training, medical verification, disability rights, special permits, transportation, tandem loads

Summary: The House Transportation Committee met on April 21 and considered a series of transportation, licensing, tolling, and public safety measures. It reported favorably House Bill 745, extending special permits for tandem loads hauling containers to and from port facilities; House Bill 1000, a DOTD cleanup bill that clarifies Highway Priority Program reporting and raises the letter-bid contract threshold from $1 million to $3 million; and House Bill 1050, which clarifies commercial driver’s license rules, including age and intrastate/interstate driving limits. The committee also approved House Bill 1172 naming a portion of U.S. Highway 165 in Oberlin the Coulin Brooks Manuel Memorial Highway, House Bill 1218 naming a portion of Louisiana Highway 1090 the Lewis Pat Miramon Memorial Highway, House Concurrent Resolution 32 urging backup motors for the St. Claude Avenue Bridge, and House Bill 1207 on public contracting standards and competition in public bidding. A major portion of the meeting focused on House Bill 896, which responds to tolling issues at the Belle Chasse bridge project. The bill would require toll signage, local toll customer service centers, dispute procedures, and limits on administrative fees, with amendments addressing effective dates, in-person assistance, appeal deadlines, law-enforcement exemptions, and limits on certain charges. The author and witnesses described high administrative fees, long travel distances to customer service locations, and problems with toll bills, while committee members noted the issue was complex and ongoing. The committee reported the bill favorably as amended. The committee also heard House Bill 1159, allowing Jefferson Parish municipalities to use automated speed enforcement devices again under local control. Supporters from Gretna, Westwego, Harahan, and Kenner said photo enforcement reduced crashes, improved safety, and helped limited police resources, while opponents were not emphasized in the transcript. After discussion about whether the measure should be voluntarily or involuntarily deferred, the committee ultimately deferred the bill. House Bill 493, which would prohibit expropriation by the Amite River Basin Drainage and Water Conservation District in East Feliciana and St. Helena Parishes, drew extensive testimony about reservoir fears and local opposition; the committee voluntarily deferred it. House Bill 679, as substituted, created a driver’s license designation for people with brain injuries and required related law-enforcement training; witnesses described personal experiences with brain injury and the need for officers to recognize communication and behavioral effects, and the committee reported the substitute favorably. House Bill 1173, which waives late fees for certain reinstatement-relief payment plans for driver’s licenses, was also reported favorably, and House Bill 1024 creating a Louisiana Democratic Party prestige plate was approved as well.