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• task force must submit a report to the commissioners of commerce, housing finance, and economic development
• <00:01:24.960> as employment and economic development as employment and economic development
• Can I, I guess as we talk about the fair plan, what is the exact proposal that we're looking at?
• It requires the home building industry to develop expertise. Yeah. I think, Mr.
• industry to develop expertise. industry to develop expertise. >> Yeah. >> Yeah.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The task force approved the minutes from the previous meeting and then reviewed the structure and statutory requirements for its final report. Staff explained that the report must go to the commissioners of commerce, housing finance, and economic development, as well as relevant legislative leaders, and must include a summary of task force activities, adopted findings and recommendations, tort reform recommendations to reduce insurance costs, any draft legislation, and other necessary information. A draft report, likely excluding recommendations and draft legislation, is expected to be circulated before the first January meeting. Most of the meeting focused on the Fair Plan and whether it could be expanded to help homeowners associations, affordable housing, and common interest communities that are struggling to obtain coverage. Supporters said these groups are facing availability problems and often end up in the surplus lines market, which lacks the consumer protections of the admitted market. They argued the Fair Plan could serve as a third-market option with stronger protections and better access, especially for properties that are having difficulty getting quotes. Several members and witnesses raised concerns that the Fair Plan was never intended to be a broad affordability solution and warned against using it to artificially lower prices below risk-based levels. They said doing so could shift losses onto other policyholders through assessments and potentially weaken the broader insurance market. The Fair Plan administrator explained that any expansion would require substantial research, staffing, actuarial and underwriting expertise, reinsurance planning, IT changes, and likely assessments or other capitalization decisions, and that the plan would need to focus on a limited subset of properties rather than the entire market. No votes were taken on policy recommendations, and the discussion ended with agreement that more information and scoping work are needed before any formal recommendation is made.

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• Do they all learn in the exact same way?
• Sometimes they develop, and many times they do not.
• My pride is this exact thing.
• My pride is this exact thing.
• Structured progression reinforces our key development skills. Personal development.

Summary: The committee met to hear presentations on dual credit programs from North Dakota higher education leaders, a school superintendent, and teachers. Valley City State University described its dual credit model, emphasizing quality control through annual teacher training, syllabus and outcomes alignment, faculty qualification review, school visits, and pathways aimed at the College Studies Certificate. Members asked about teacher employment, course scheduling, revenue, scholarships, and whether a centralized model might improve efficiency; VCSU said most instructors are K-12 employees, online offerings are still small, and centralization could weaken local relationships and choice. Lake Region State College similarly stressed access and partnerships, noting about half of its headcount is still in high school, with both online and face-to-face dual credit options, district reimbursement arrangements, and support for rural schools. Lake Region also said dual credit helps students who might not otherwise see themselves as college-bound, but reduced tuition can still be a barrier for some families. Fargo Public Schools reported continued growth in dual credit, with 50 courses offered in partnership with several NDUS institutions and a 12.61% increase in participation. The superintendent highlighted a growing education pathway, including students completing Introduction to Education and field experience, and said the district is exploring a grow-your-own teacher pipeline. He also raised concerns about inconsistent institutional processes, teacher credentialing requirements, and transfer clarity, arguing for more aligned statewide systems. In response to questions, he said AP and dual credit can coexist, with AP often better for highly selective out-of-state colleges and dual credit better for students targeting North Dakota institutions, and he described some use of Arizona State online courses in earlier rural partnerships but said Fargo is focused on local institutions. Two teachers then testified on the classroom perspective. A West Fargo anatomy and physiology teacher said dual credit has expanded access, lowered costs, and prepared students well, but agreed that foundational science courses may be more effective when taken later in high school to reduce knowledge loss before college. A Drake-Anamoose English teacher, who has taught dual credit for more than 20 years, said the program has supported many students who went on to a wide range of careers and emphasized that small rural schools rely on dual credit to provide opportunities they otherwise could not offer. No formal votes or actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• Do they all learn in the exact same way?
• Sometimes they develop, and many times they do not.
• Sometimes they develop, and many times they do not.
• My pride is this exact thing.
• My pride is this exact thing.

Keywords: 908, all

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• Because, like economic development, is 60,000 and under population of a county, you know what I mean?
• Because like economic development<00:08:37.839> and<00:08:38.320> is<00:08:38.880> 60,000
• <00:08:39.519> and<00:08:39.839> under development and is 60,000 and under development
• number but it's uh it's know the exact number but it's uh it's the<00:08:47.440> federal<00:08
• new institutional health services on page 13, number C, as described in subsection A, proposed developing

Bills: SB9, SB90, SB82, SB84, SB9, SB90, SB82, SB84

Keywords: Alabama Athletic Commission, Attorney General, criminal penalties, unarmed combat, regulation, boxing, mixed martial arts, civil fines, Green County, racing, pari-mutuel wagering, gaming regulations, commission appointments, historical horse racing, local tax, SB82, warrant recall, outstanding warrants, stale warrants, misdemeanor warrants

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• The Committee on Economic Development will now come to order. Please call the roll. Chair Gallick.
• But this is a workforce development and an open pipeline bill.
• So a workforce economic development issue because we're wanting to do a compact for the dietitians to
• I'm going to be opposed to the next compact for the same exact reasons as I am for this one.
• This exact bill has been fully vetted by... ...correctional facilities.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• reflect the increased needs for uh funding and safety and security within the judicial branch given developments
• Chairman, I'm not sure what the exact delay is, but it's substantial and it's getting longer.
• Chairman, I'm not sure what the exact<00:08:31.280> uh<00:08:31.360> delay<00:08:31.760
• > is,<00:08:32.080> but<00:08:32.320> it's<00:08:32.560> substantial exact
• uh delay is, but it's substantial exact uh delay is, but it's substantial and<00:08:33.560> it's<

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• more than $1.6 million for six schools, a continuing care retirement community, and four youth development
• more than $1.6 million for six schools, a continuing care retirement community, and four youth development
• When to exact? So much? All in favor? I all right sounds like we had a great bill here.
• /c><00:35:33.119> motion<00:35:33.480> when<00:35:33.680> to<00:35:33.800> exact
• <00:35:34.400> so hearing take a motion when to exact so hearing take a motion when to exact

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• hear from later, a Leominster resident with a really innovative idea on how to combine economic development
• Though well-intentioned, they risk doing the exact opposite.
• While it's too late to remedy some aspects of the current development, it is surely not too late for
• While it's too late to remedy some aspects of the current development, it is surely not too late for
• In addition, long-serving Steamship Board members may have become resistant to change or developed an

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Transportation heard testimony on a range of bills focused on transportation funding, governance, and equity. Supporters backed proposals to create a North Central Massachusetts intercity passenger rail fund tied to a possible new gaming license (H. 3680/S. 2363), local parking assessments (H. 3756), third-party delivery fees (S. 2356/H. 3774), broader roadway pricing and congestion management measures (S. 2353/S. 2354), tolling equity and regional transit authority advisory boards (S. 2400/S. 2401), and Steamship Authority oversight reforms including board term limits (S. 2395). Testimony in favor emphasized new dedicated revenue sources, commuter rail expansion, regional equity, improved oversight, and better transit access for riders and communities that rely on public transportation. There was also testimony in opposition to the third-party delivery fee bills from Chamber of Progress, which argued the fee would raise costs for consumers, small businesses, and delivery workers, could reduce demand and jobs, and might not achieve the intended environmental benefits. Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts opposed H. 3633, a transit expansion, electrification, and resiliency bill, specifically objecting to its mandatory project labor agreement requirement and saying it would limit competition and disadvantage non-union contractors and workers. Several witnesses spoke in favor of the Steamship Authority bill, saying term limits would improve transparency, accountability, and board turnover. The committee also heard detailed support for the North Central rail proposal from a legislator, the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, and a transportation advocate, who described the bill as a way to generate long-term bonded revenue for rail infrastructure. After testimony concluded and no questions remained, the chairs entertained and received a motion to adjourn.

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• be very that's a very significant labor And so under current law, those two students generate the exact
• Not exact, but around there? Thank you. Vice Chair Martinez, excuse me. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
• net or yes, sir Okay, the triple nets are about $13 or higher yeah, I I'll be happy to give you the exact
• We think that there are... this space, which we intend to be in for, I'm getting the exact answers here
• All schools should be able to develop a range of support for varying levels of student needs.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Speaker and gentlelady, we don't have that exact information.
• So if it's a second offense, it's still the exact same amount of time.
• So if you're a nonviolent felon, you are in... the exact same amount of time.
• I heard you a while ago say that workforce development did all of these already.
• My problem is we continue to develop department after department after department.

Bills: HB111, HB103, HB109, HB128, HJM2, HJM3, HM7, HM17, HM4, HM22, HM23, HM24, HM26, HM2, HM16, HM11, HM14, HM21, HM34, HM50, HB49, HB60, HB108, HB120, HB124, HB145, HB154, HB158, HB164, HB180, HB291, HJR6, HJR7, HR1, HJM1, HM13, HM47

Keywords: water law, state engineer, civil penalty, compliance order, water rights, overdiversion, illegal diversion, groundwater storage and recovery, well license, permit violation, water enforcement, New Mexico water code, irrigation district, conservancy district, water diversion, unauthorized water sales, measuring device, district court appeal, water resources, water compliance

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• We have a tribute here that has been developed by staff and has a lot of verbiage on it.
• It's the exact same thing. So, I don't know, I won't be here to do it.
• It's the exact same thing. So, I don't know, I won't be here to do it.
• It does not open the door to unchecked development.
• know that like an individual developer could bring a lawsuit, right?

Summary: The House convened with a quorum, accepted the prior day’s minutes, and read several committee reports and communications into the record. Members also observed moments of silence for two young people who had recently died, and the prayer and pledge were offered before the chamber moved into business. Consent calendar number 28, consisting of several resolutions, passed by voice vote. A large portion of the meeting was devoted to tributes and retirement remarks for Representative Jeff Holowski, who was praised by colleagues for his work on financial literacy, veterans’ issues, health care, diabetes policy, and constituent service, as well as for his military service and community involvement. Holowski thanked staff, colleagues, and his family, and said he was retiring to spend more time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. The chamber also recognized former Representative Harvey Kenton as a guest. The House then acted on several measures. Senate Bill 286, as amended by House Amendment 1, passed 40-0 and extends consumer protections and dealer equity standards to ATVs, side-by-sides, and vessels. Senate Bill 179, which updates the Delaware Sentencing Accountability Commission and its bench book/data analysis process, passed 27-14. Senate Substitute 2 for Senate Bill 23, the housing supply and affordability bill, was presented with extensive explanation and questions about local control, zoning, and implementation, but the transcript ends before a final vote on that measure. Senate Joint Resolution 18, designating August 31, 2026 as International Overdose Awareness Day and directing flags at half-staff, was also discussed in emotional remarks about overdose losses and the state’s ongoing response. The House later recessed for party caucuses.

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• I do have Economic Development Secretary. Chair and members of the committee.
• I do have Economic Development Secretary, Rob Black, with me.
• This can help us with our goal of developing a quantum economy as well.
• But this bill actually helps with the economic development of New Mexico.
• The exact same thing. The exact same thing. And that's what troubles me the most here.

Bills: SB97, SB55, SB40, SB38, SB120, SB113, SB116, SB117, SB118

Keywords: tax credits, municipality, county property, industrial revenue bonds, economic development, qualified expenditures, solar energy, tax credit, renewable energy, photovoltaic, solar thermal, New Mexico, economic incentive, energy independence, SB40, Driver Privacy and Safety Act, automated license plate reader, ALPR, license plate reader, vehicle surveillance

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• And there's a number of developments going on.
• And then Coherent, which is an advanced chip manufacturing company, they're the company that developed
• Programs that focus on early learning, brain development, positive. parenting, mental health, hygiene
• I don't have the exact information. I'll be happy to follow up with you with that information.
• Good professional development experience for you? Very impressive. Okay. Okay. Good.

Bills: SJR18, SCR5, SCR13, SCR25, SB3, SB6, SB10, SB11, SB12, SB13, SB15, SB17, SB18, SB35, SB388, SB412, SB441, SB495, SB666, SB687, SB706, SB740, SB815, SB842, SB917, SB925, SB995, SB1006, SB1281, SB1300, SB1379, SB1451, SB1902, SJR36, SJR18, SJR12, SCR13, SCR25, SCR5, SCR22, SB565, SB372, SB495, SB842, SB765, SB62, SB19, SB18, SB666, SB707, SB888, SB687, SB706, SB847, SB290, SB11, SB10, SB13, SB412, SB441, SB1248, SB740, SB14, SB1006, SB504, SB917, SB925, SB388, SB1902, SB1121, SB995, SB857, SB305, SB296, SB284, SB35, SB6, SB815, SB3, SB1281, SB1379, SB1300, SB1497, SB1499, SB1498, SB1451, SB1061, SB15, SB65, SB241, SB304, SB402, SB499, SB621, SB974, SB1023, SB1024, SB1025, SB1106, SB686, SB112, SB371, SB204, SB400, SB609, SB1447, SB670, SB502, SB427, SB850, SB854, SB413, SB1555, SB1362, SB1346, SB1033, SB1220, SB1073, SB810, SB987, SB1539, SB893, SB447, SB875, SB406, SB509, SB985, SB965, SB17, SB1119, SB1505, SB12, SB24, SB57, SB1194, SB1253, SB1215, SB1532, SB1268, SCR12, SCR24, SB1302, SB856, SB650, SB583, SB673, SB840

Keywords: capital gains, taxation, constitutional amendment, state revenue, individual investment, SCR 5, Senate Concurrent Resolution 5, Texas School for the Deaf, TSD, Robert Rives, gymnasium naming, building naming, honorary resolution, commemorative resolution, deaf education, hard of hearing, Gallaudet University, alumni hall of fame, football coach, school facility naming

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• Also, members and guests, today we are going to be juggling back and forth with the exact nominations
• is a licensed real estate professional, certainly very smart about real estate and real estate development
• I I don't know how long because with the technology they've developed and with the heat, it speeds up
• This is the same exact language that we passed off the floor.
• Also, the accountancy board was exempt from this process in HB 2735 last session for the exact same reasons

Bills: HB4322, HB4202, HB4203, HB4457, HB3983, HB3660, HB3802, HB2933, HB2955, HB2956, HB3781, HB3521, HB3794, HB3796, HB3800

Keywords: funeral services licensing, funeral director, embalmer, funeral director in charge, dual licensure, mortuary science, Oklahoma Funeral Board, funeral establishment, commercial embalming establishment, crematory, cremation, alkaline hydrolysis, apprenticeship, licensing requirements, professional regulation, undertaker, mortician, burial services, death care industry, workers' compensation

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• <00:14:05.360> types<00:14:05.600> of federal level for these exact types of federal
• level for these exact types of arrests.<00:14:06.560> So,<00:14:06.880> prior<00:14:07.360
• <00:15:24.160> child that are regulated by the child that are regulated by the child development
• 25.360> to<00:15:25.600> make<00:15:25.760> sure<00:15:25.839> that development
• division to make sure that development division to make sure that we<00:15:26.320> include<00

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• It's the exact same courthouse, and that was critical for us.
• But we reach every county in this state and we provide economic development.
• I'm here to testify in support of the Economic Development Development and Tourism Office, as well as
• It on behalf of SEPA and overall and particularly the product development program.
• An economic development. the money I can test to is absolutely essential.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• So, um, I don't have an exact number of how many injections.
• So, um, I don't have an exact number of how many injections.
• So, um, I don't have an exact number of how many injections.
• So, um, I don't have an exact number of how many injections.
• <00:53:15.440> same are in place is because this exact same are in place is because this exact

Keywords: 1183, house

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• The exact requirements would be up to the PRC to determine.
• , as well as utilities using and developing these technologies.
• And we have about 100 projects totaling an additional 12,000 megawatts in development.
• We're in the early stages of developing projects in the Albuquerque area.
• But state policy really is critical in order to move further down that development path.

Keywords: 996, all

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• However, it is not the total cost for that exact contract.
• There are two critical specials that will remedy that exact cash overflow.
• that develops a more stable approach, because whenever we have investments, we have risk.
• We have 3,500 grazing lessees and oil and gas development.
• We would love to welcome geothermal development onto state land.

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• I'm the Chief Development and Programs Officer at Needs Service Dogs.
• Final paragraph: S. 1159, an act providing for the development of a graduate judicial training school
• We should consider developing a distinct pathway for training judicial officials, and thank you.
• We had been through the adoption process before with the exact same birth mother, with the exact same
• Full Circle has been working in adoption since 1996, and over the years we've developed paperwork and

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee held its inaugural hearing of the session, led by Chair Michael Day and co-chair Senator Lydia Edwards, and reviewed a large slate of bills and constitutional amendments. The chair laid out hearing procedures, including three-minute testimony limits, priority for in-person witnesses, and deadlines for reporting constitutional amendments and House bills. The committee heard testimony on 29 proposals, with many witnesses and advocates speaking in support of measures they said would clarify the law, improve access to justice, or address public safety and fairness concerns. Several bills drew extensive testimony. Supporters of H.1686/S.1254 urged creation of a commission to study intentional misrepresentation of service animals, citing disruptive and dangerous encounters with fake service dogs and the need to protect legitimate service-dog teams. H.1649/S.1168 on court transcriber fees received strong support from transcribers and CPCS, who said rates have been frozen at $3 per page since 1988 and should be raised to $4.50, with an automatic CPI adjustment; they also described the work as time-consuming and essential to the justice system. H.1768/S.1037 on indigency was backed by CPCS, which said the bill would update eligibility rules, reduce unnecessary six-month reassessments, and eliminate the $150 counsel fee for indigent adults. H.1723/S.1193 to remove the charitable immunity cap was supported by legislators and attorneys who argued the current $20,000/$100,000 caps leave seriously injured people undercompensated and make Massachusetts an outlier. The committee also heard testimony on S.1046 regarding adoptions, with multiple adoptive parents, attorneys, and agency representatives describing recent probate court interpretations that have disrupted out-of-state surrender and finalization practices. Witnesses said the bill would restore predictability and allow birth parents outside Massachusetts to use either their home-state law or Massachusetts law, while preserving ICPC safeguards. Senator Feingold testified on H.1748/S.1109, “Conrad’s Law,” to criminalize coercing someone into suicide, arguing Massachusetts should join most other states in creating a specific offense rather than relying on involuntary manslaughter charges. Representative Donahue supported H.66 to remove “so help me God” from the constitutional oath of office. No votes were taken during the hearing; the committee simply heard testimony and thanked witnesses, with chairs indicating they would continue reviewing the bills and written submissions.