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MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Any discussion?
- Any discussion? Madam, please call the roll. Chairman Hovis, aye.
- Any other discussion on this particular bill?
- Any other discussion on this particular bill?
- Is there any other discussion on this particular bill?
Committee:
House Pensions
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Any discussion on the motion? Representative Egbert? Thank you, Mr. Chairman. No questions.
- Any discussion? Any further discussion on motion? Seeing none. All in favor signify by saying aye.
- Any discussion on the motion? Seeing none, all in favor signify by saying aye.
- Any discussion on the motion? Seeing none, all in favor, signify by saying aye. motion.
- Any discussion on the motion? Seeing an all in favor signal by saying aye. Any opposed nay?
Committee:
House Commerce and Human Resources
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
SB 2133 Conference Committee Apr 10th, 2025 at 04:30 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- I'd like to discuss the Senate amendment, too, if you don't mind. Okay. If we would.
- Well, Madam Chair, I'm going to jump in here because we had this discussion last week when we met, and
- Any other discussion from the committee? Representative Hendricks. Thank you.
- So just to add to the discussion, I, for that reason, I would favor the lower number, but either way,
- Is there a discussion before we take a vote? Okay. Will you call the roll?
Summary:
The conference committee on Senate Bill 2133 met to resolve differences over the fee structure for a specialty motorcycle/license plate. The main dispute was whether the plate should carry a $15 or $25 per registration period fee, with the Senate members arguing the higher fee was reasonable for a novelty/specialty plate and helped cover costs, while House members favored the lower fee as closer to actual manufacturing cost and noted the plate would still likely include a personalized plate fee. Members also discussed examples from other states and whether demand for such plates would be significant.
A motion was made by Senator Klein to adopt amendment 5.0580.0204, described as the Corey amendment, and Representative Casper seconded it. The committee then voted, with Chairwoman Corey, Senator Paulson, Senator Klein, Representative Johnston, and Representative Casper voting aye/yes, and Representative Hendricks voting no. After the vote, members acknowledged they were at an impasse, with no agreement reached on the fee amount.
The committee briefly discussed whether there was room to compromise before the next meeting, but no new motion or resolution was offered. The chair indicated the committee was effectively at a stalemate and adjourned after inviting further feedback for the next conference committee meeting.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Public Safety Committee Meeting - 2025-04-09
Public Safety Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Does any member have questions or discussions on the... A2 amendment.
- Any member questions or discussions on the A3 amendment?
- Is there any member questions or discussions on the A-6 amendment?
- Nonpartisan staff With that, I will move to discussion.
- We will now move to member discussion on House File 2432 as amended with DE 2.
Committee:
House Public Safety Finance and Policy
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- And if there was any other tangential statutes for other things like that, that's what was discussed.
- And so when we started that discussion, it was like, do we change it from every three months to four
- So am I understanding that there's not enough flexibility that if there's nothing to discuss that the
- So am I understanding that there's not enough flexibility that if there's nothing to discuss that the
- So if you have the ability to say we don't have enough business to discuss, I don't understand why we
Committee:
House Budget
Summary:
The committee held a public hearing on Senate Bill 1470, presented by Representative Cupps on behalf of Senator Bernsketter. The bill would update statutes governing the Joint Committee on Legislative Research by allowing revised statutes to be provided free in web-based form rather than as free physical copies, directing sales revenue into a statutory revision fund, changing the committee’s required meeting frequency from at least once every three months to at least twice a year, and extending the time to appoint a chair after the General Assembly convenes from 10 to 30 days. Cupps said the changes were intended as cleanup and efficiency measures reflecting how the committee has operated since staffing reductions in 2015.
Members questioned whether the bill would reduce accountability by lowering the minimum meeting requirement, whether any other statutes would need cleanup if hard-copy publication changes, and whether virtual meetings should be considered. Cupps and later staff said the committee could still meet more often if needed and that the bill was meant to avoid unnecessary meetings when there is no business to conduct. Representative Steinhoff raised concerns about the statutory revision fund cap and whether the fiscal note matched the bill’s change from supplement costs to general republication costs. Director Matt Morris testified that the free-copy language is outdated, that the committee no longer has authority to give away revised statutes for free, and that the fund currently nets about $8,300 to $8,400 annually; he said a general republication could cost roughly $270,000 to $300,000 or more, with the bill intended to preserve enough reserve for that possibility and for server costs.
No witnesses testified in opposition. The hearing concluded with the chair indicating a House committee substitute would likely be prepared, and that another hearing may be held the following week. No vote was taken.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- Any discussion? All in favor say aye. Any opposed? The motion passes.
- , is there any discussion on this?
- Any other discussion on this? We do have a motion on the floor to affirm the ruling.
- Any other discussion on this?
- If there's nothing further, the committee will be adjourned. discussion on this.
Committee:
All JBC-CLAIMS
Summary:
The Joint Budget Committee’s Claims Review and Litigation Oversight Subcommittee met to consider two proposed litigation settlements from the Department of Corrections and one appealed claim from the Claims Commission. In the first settlement, Caroline Arnett v. Larry Norris, et al., members asked about the underlying sexual assault allegations, whether policies had changed, and whether PREA audits and other safeguards were in place. The department said audits were underway and that steps had been taken to prevent similar conduct. The committee approved the settlement by voice vote. In the second settlement, Latasha Ridgel v. Arkansas Department of Corrections, members raised concerns about the length of the case and the fact that it involved similar allegations. The department cited attorney turnover, COVID-related delays, and scheduling difficulties; the settlement was approved by voice vote.
The committee then reviewed Sharon Greer and Deanna Hayes v. Commissioner of State Lands, an appeal of a Claims Commission dismissal involving a 2009 tax sale of family property in Crittenden County. The claimants said they did not learn of the sale or the $4,200 in excess proceeds until 2025, and argued that notice was inadequate and that the overage should not have gone to the county. The Commissioner of State Lands’ office responded that notice was sent to addresses on file, certified mail receipts were returned, and a post-sale notice explained the process for contesting the sale and claiming excess proceeds. The office also argued the claim was untimely, that the commission lacked jurisdiction, and that state law bars monetary damages against the commissioner for actions related to tax-delinquent land sales.
Members discussed broader concerns about the tax-sale and excess-proceeds process, including whether excess proceeds should be held longer or routed differently, but noted those issues would require legislative changes rather than action in this case. The committee then voted to affirm the Claims Commission’s dismissal of the claim. The meeting adjourned after the motion passed.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- This has been discussed with Chairman Myers and Speaker Brown.
- I don't know that that's been discussed. Okay, there's already a portal.
- It is duplicative and, as was discussed...
- And I'm going to have that discussion too, OK?
- Well, now I want to say I'm not going to miss our discussions.
Committee:
Senate Local Government
Keywords:
property tax, school funding, enrollment changes, inflation adjustment, tax rate notice, property tax exemption, ad valorem tax, Texas Tax Code, nonprofit corporation, charitable organization, educational nonprofit, scientific nonprofit, agriculture support, youth programs, community education, county population threshold, large county, local government revenue, leasehold interest, possessory interest
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on State & Local Government (2-12-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there any discussion on Senate Bill 79? We have a motion and a second.
- Is there any further discussion? Madam Secretary, please call the roll. Mr.
- Is there any discussion on Senate Bill 79? We have a motion and a second.
- Is there any further discussion? Madam Secretary, please call the roll. Senator Rocky Adams.
- Do I have any discussion on Senate Bill 67? We have a motion and a second. Any further discussion?
Keywords:
Meeting Start: 00:00
Attendance Roll Call: 00:08
Senate Bill 79 (Sen. McDaniel): 00:48
Senate Bill 67 (Sen. Nemes): 08:09
Adjournment: 12:43, 958, all
Summary:
The Senate State and Local Government Committee met and first took up Senate Bill 79, sponsored by Senator McDaniel, with testimony from McDaniel and Deputy Secretary Robert Long of the Personnel Cabinet. They described the bill as a cleanup measure for personnel law that would, among other things, add interns to the definition of employee while excluding them from full-time employee status, remove the Personnel Cabinet secretary as an ex officio member of the KERS Board, clarify personnel board membership and grievance rights, limit appeals of satisfactory-or-above evaluations, address layoffs and reemployment rights, allow leave donation in certain resignations or retirements, restrict remote work from outside Kentucky without approval, permit deductions for unreturned state equipment, and make DJJ facility supervisors non-merit positions. The committee voted on SB 79 and passed it with favorable expression.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 67, presented by Chair Nemes, an elder property tax bill. The bill would freeze the assessed value of a primary residence for homeowners age 65 or older until the property is no longer their primary residence, while still taxing at the current rate. Nemes said the measure was intended to help seniors on fixed incomes and noted a fiscal analysis showing little to no direct revenue loss, though it could reduce projected budgeted growth in property tax revenue. Committee discussion noted a local impact and a statewide budget impact estimate of about $4 million for the first two fiscal years. SB 67 also passed with favorable expression, and the committee adjourned.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Legislative Ethics Commission (1-14-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- in particular, we'll discuss them in closed session.
- </c><00:10:57.720><c> in</c><00:10:57.959><c> particular</c><00:10:58.600><c> we'll</c> want to discuss
- in particular we'll want to discuss in particular we'll we'll<00:10:59.360><c> discuss</c><00:10:59.760
- them in closed session um we'll discuss them in closed session um I<00:11:02.399><c> don't</c><00:11
- Is there a motion that the commission go into executive session to discuss...
Summary:
The Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission met on January 14, 2025, with a quorum present in person and by Zoom. The commission swore in new member Representative Jeff Greer, with Judge Willhoit administering the oath. Members then approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting without changes.
Staff reported that the commission remained within budget for the year to date, noting a refund related to an earlier overcharge for record center storage fees. The commission approved the financial report. Emily also introduced new general counsel Steven Pum, who began work on December 16 and is handling financial disclosures and informal staff opinions. Staff gave updates on recent training, including the December 3 new legislator orientation and the January 8 current issues seminar, which featured former U.S. Attorney David Devillers discussing the House Bill 6 scandal.
Donita reported on technology and communications improvements, including the new Zoom-capable conference room setup and the Constant Contact email system now being used for newsletters and reminder emails to employers, lobbyists, and the media. She said both systems were working well, and that the office was busy with financial and lobbyist forms. The commission noted that several informal opinions were available in the binder and could be discussed in closed session if needed. The members then voted to enter executive session under KRS 61.810(1)(c) and (k) to discuss confidential complaints and informal opinions.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee 3/25/25
Higher Education Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there any discussion?
- Is there any discussion? discussion? discussion?
- Any further discussion? Chair members. Any further discussion? Chair Eric. Eric. Eric.
- Any further discussion?
- </c><00:27:50.080><c> I</c><00:27:50.320><c> recognize</c> discussion. Rec. I recognize discussion.
Committee:
House Higher Education Finance and Policy
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, February 11, 2026
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> discussed yesterday. Uh two products. discussed yesterday. Uh two products.
- </c><00:24:48.720><c> a</c> differential in deposits is discussed a differential in deposits is discussed
- </c><00:29:25.840><c> of</c> There was a a a lot of discussion of There was a a a lot of discussion of
- Any discussion?
- Is there<01:19:37.679><c> any</c><01:19:37.920><c> discussion?</c> there any discussion?
Keywords:
voting, elections, electronic voting systems, transparency, public testing, voter registration, qualified elector, residency requirements, voting rights, mortgage modification, priority, electronic signatures, real property, financial covenants, 911 services, emergency response, grant funding, next generation technology, government accountability, public safety
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
State government committee OKs bill creating new Office of the Inspector General 2/18/25
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:39:46.839><c> what</c> this morning what we are discussing what this morning what we are discussing
- </c> we don't even know what we're discussing we don't even know what we're discussing I<00:40:15.440
- What we discuss in committee is words on pages, right?
- Seeing none, we will move on to member discussion.
- </c><00:54:05.520><c> with</c> other things that we discuss with other things that we discuss with representative
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
CPN, CPN DEFER Public Hearings 01-31-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Onetti wants to add to the discussion.
- Onetti wants to add to the discussion.
- We have had discussions and listened to where they're at and their concerns.
- within the task force not discussed within the task force not discussed<00:53:30.240><c> within</c><
- Any discussion? Seeing none, Vice Chair, passing with amendments. Chair votes aye.
Summary:
The committee opened by outlining hearing procedures, including a two-minute limit for live testimony, a request not to repeat written testimony, and a reminder about decorum. The first bill heard was SB 697, which would create a nonrefundable individual income tax credit for expenses to retrofit residences with wind-resistive devices. The Insurance Division said it supported the concept but noted it may need an appropriation or outside expertise to develop certification standards, while the Department of Taxation said the bill should retain a third-party certification requirement if the Insurance Division cannot administer the credit. The Hawaii Insurers Council supported the bill, and the Tax Foundation suggested a subsidy-style program would be more efficient than a tax credit and criticized the bill’s 100% credit structure. A testifier in support argued the measure would help homeowners fortify houses against hurricanes and reduce shelter demand; written testimony from several others, including HIEMA, was noted as supportive.
The committee then moved through SB 76, which would require the Hawaii Property Insurance Association to provide commercial property coverage after two private-market denials, and SB 83, which would require insurers to give advance written premium-change notices and explanations to common-interest community policyholders and the insurance commissioner, along with a report on premium increases. For SB 76, the State Insurance Division stood on its written comments, and testimony in support came from Michael Honda, the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies, and Jessica Herzog. SB 83 drew more extensive discussion: the Insurance Division supported the need for better transparency, while the Hawaii Insurers Council opposed the bill, arguing that agents—not insurers—typically communicate with AOAO boards and that the measure could worsen an already difficult market. Insurance Division staff acknowledged widespread complaints from condo associations about lack of transparency and said the division had received many calls about premium increases and nonrenewals.
The discussion on SB 83 expanded into broader concerns about condo insurance, nonrenewals, surplus lines, and the difficulty of getting timely explanations for large premium increases. Committee members and testifiers described older buildings struggling to fund repairs and upgrades while facing steep insurance costs, and some urged the committee to craft baseline statutory protections for unit owners. The Insurance Division said surplus lines serve a critical gap-filling role and warned against regulating that market in a way that could slow access to coverage. No votes or final committee actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - Part 2 - 04/24/26
Judiciary and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair. discussion and not paying attention. discussion and not paying attention. Nothing. Nothing.
- I haven't discussed it with my friends here.
- Discussion >> Any further thoughts on that? Discussion from<00:24:52.200><c> members.
- Any discussion? Senator Umberg Betton. Any discussion? Senator Umberg Betton. >> Thank you, Mr.
- </c><00:57:05.120><c> um</c> we could further that discussion um we could further that discussion um
Committee:
Senate Judiciary and Public Safety
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 030 Feb 13th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Speaker, members of the Health Committee, and members throughout the Legislature, came together to discuss
- Much of what we've heard during those sessions in our statewide discussions will be captured here today
- It's a discussion we're going to continue to have during the budget hearings.
- The committee had a very robust discussion on the fiscal impact, so I won't reiterate all of that.
- we appreciate your efforts to keep health care access at the forefront of these discussions.
Committee:
House Health
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:20:52.799><c> on</c> amendments is there any discussion on amendments is there any discussion
- Further discussion, Senator Pratt?
- further discussion on the further discussion on the a13<00:32:32.320><c> amendment</c><00:32:32.760><
- So, further discussion on this, if not on the bill or any part. Mr.
- Is there further discussion?
Committee:
Senate Finance
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 3/6/25 - Part 2
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- You know, in listening to the discussion today, it's almost like we were discussing a bill that was introduced
- Any discussion? Seeing no further discussion, the clerk will take the roll.
- Further discussion?
- Any discussion? All those in favor say aye. Any oppose, nay.
- Motion prevails. discussion all those in favor I discussion all those in favor I oppose<01:00:27.440>
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs Mar 4th, 2026
Special Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Any discussion? Representative Walsh Moore. Yes.
- I did some research on this bill and discussed it.
- Wolfin decided to bring it back up for further discussion.
- Any discussion? I have an amendment ending in 0.01H.
- Any discussion?
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
PSM, PSM, PSM Public Hearings 02-11-2026
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:10:27.040><c> on</c> to enable further discussion on to enable further discussion on amendments
- So in the discussion that we had, I believe this issue was brought up.
- So in the discussion that we conditions.
- </c> >> I hope that um through our discussions >> I hope that um through our discussions
- Any discussion? Questions?
Summary:
The committee first heard Senate Bill 3040, which would create an Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Supporters, including Moms Demand Action and a crime-victim advocate, argued the office would improve data collection, research, and coordination to help reduce gun violence. Opponents, including several gun-rights advocates, said the proposal was duplicative, lacked oversight, and would exclude the firearms community. The chair noted 41 testimonies in support and 77 in opposition, but no vote was taken on the bill in the portion provided.
The committee then moved through a series of decision-making items and adopted the chair’s recommendations on several measures. SB 17 on wildfire mitigation passed with amendments from multiple agencies and a report date shifted to the 2028 session. SB 2730 on criminal justice reform passed with a defective effective date amendment, SB 2749 on sentencing passed with a defective effective date, SB 2688 on compassionate release passed with amendments narrowing eligibility and adding notification and funding language, and SB 2798 on law enforcement passed with a defective effective date to make the agricultural enforcement pilot program permanent. SB 2645, a short-form bill, was amended to insert substantive provisions and recommitted to the committee. SB 2383, which would have provided a $15,000 retention bonus for sworn law enforcement officers, was reconsidered and held in committee because it was identified as a duplicate.
The committee also passed SB 2575, relating to firearms, with amendments adopting a proposed SD1 that would establish minimum mandatory prison terms for certain class A firearm felonies and add clarifying language. SB 2720, which would create a Hawaii firearm injury restitution fund funded by firearm manufacturer licenses, also passed with amendments clarifying the fund’s scope and eligible injuries. Later, the committee began hearing SB 3107 on parole eligibility. The Office of the Public Defender and the Hawaii Paroling Authority supported language allowing the parole board to waive certain program requirements, while the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission opposed the bill, warning it could keep people incarcerated longer if program access remains limited. The Department of Corrections said it is working on classification changes and a pilot project to move inmates through the system faster.