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• , a 20% tariff on China, and a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum import reports.
• tariff has been stayed apparently for one month, along with substantial retaliatory tariffs in place
• Canadian tariffs including tariffs on Canadian tariffs including tariffs on Canadian and<00:09:10.160
• <00:10:30.440> I've addition to to the recent tariffs I've addition to to the recent tariffs
• a tariff or they don't expect a tariff a tariff or they don't expect a tariff but<00:50:02.200><

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: Minnesota Management and Budget presented the February 2025 budget and economic forecast, with Commissioner Aon Campbell, State Economist Anthony Becker, and Budget Director Anam Mingi outlining updated revenue, spending, and long-term balance projections. The state’s FY 2026-27 general fund outlook remains positive but weaker than in November, with an ending balance of $456 million, down $160 million from the prior forecast. Looking ahead, the planning years FY 2028-29 show a projected deficit of just under $6 billion, driven largely by spending growth outpacing revenues. Officials emphasized that discretionary inflation is a major factor in the forecast, but also noted that those amounts are not automatically appropriated and would require legislative action. Becker said the national outlook has changed since November, with higher expected inflation, higher interest rates for longer, and slower growth in later years. He highlighted uncertainty around tariffs, trade policy, immigration policy, federal spending, and possible changes to tax and debt-ceiling policy, all of which could affect Minnesota’s economy and revenues. Minnesota’s labor market remains tight, with low unemployment and rising wages, and the revenue forecast was revised upward overall for FY 2026-27, including higher income and sales tax receipts, though corporate tax revenue was slightly lower than previously projected. Mingi said projected general fund spending is up $79 million in FY 2026-27 and $960 million in FY 2028-29 compared with November. The largest increases are in education and health and human services, especially due to inflation, higher pupil counts, special education costs, long-term care, and higher Medical Assistance spending. She noted that higher utilization of weight-loss drugs also raises Medicaid costs, and that a smaller assumed bonding bill helps offset some debt service costs. The commissioner and staff repeatedly warned that federal policy changes, especially possible Medicaid reductions, pose a major risk; they said Minnesota could face billions in lost federal funding, including a potential $2.4 billion hit if the enhanced Medicaid match for adults without children were eliminated. No votes or legislative actions were taken in the presentation.

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• directly attributable to federal tariffs directly attributable to federal tariffs imposed<01:34:
• And would that of tariffs related?
• tariffs imposed under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule in the United States, as evidenced by invoices,
• tariffs imposed under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule in the United States, as evidenced by invoices,
• We have we have we had 9% tariffs.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• Um, but Schedule 400 is a tariff.
• <02:24:07.760> to requires anyone on the LPCS tariff to requires anyone on the LPCS tariff
• , >> and the the large load tariff, >> and the the large load tariff, >> the<02
• >> You must be referring to the innovative tariff or the Black Hills tariff. >> Representative Yen.
• tariff or the black hills tariff tariff or the black hills tariff basically<03:34:26.720> to<

Keywords: 916, all

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• DEMOCRATS TRIED TO FORCE A VOTE ON TRUMP'S TARIFFS.
• Tariffs on Brazil.
• That tariff doesn't serve any economic purpose, but thanks to Trump's tariffs, Americans across the country
• The customs duties, the tariffs will pay for everything.
• THE CUSTOMS DUTIES, THE TARIFFS WILL PAY FOR EVERYTHING.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• proposed renewable gas tariff.
• First, the renewable tariff has to be voluntary.
• 1220 uh relating to renewable gas tariff 1220 uh relating to renewable gas tariff this<00:34:38.240
• First, the renewable tariff has to be voluntary.
• First, the renewable tariff has to be voluntary.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint Senate hearing focused primarily on SB 1201, a wildfire measure that would create a wildfire recovery fund and allow securitization for electric utilities. Hawaiian Electric strongly supported the bill, saying it would help protect customers, property owners, insurers, and the broader economy from future catastrophic wildfire liability while improving the utility’s credit profile and lowering financing costs. Support also came from DCCA Consumer Advocacy, the Attorney General’s office on written comments, Ulupono Initiative, Clearway Energy Group, IBEW Local 1260, Par Hawaii, KIUC, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi, Plus Power, and numerous organizations and individuals. Opponents or commenters raised concerns about the liability cap, victim compensation process, and fund structure, including the Hawaiʻi Association for Justice, the Hawaiʻi Regional Council of Carpenters, and the Hawaiʻi Insurance Council; Henry Curtis of Life of the Land supported the concept of a fund but questioned the catastrophe threshold and whether the fund would be empty without a prudency finding. Much of the discussion centered on whether the proposed fund would actually help restore Hawaiian Electric to investment grade, with senators comparing the proposal to California’s wildfire fund. Hawaiian Electric said the bill was only one part of a broader process, alongside physical risk reduction and settlement finalization, and argued that without the bill the utility would not regain investment grade. Senators also questioned the proposed $1 billion fund size, the fairness of ratepayer contributions versus shareholder contributions, and whether customers should pay for consulting and administrative costs; Hawaiian Electric said its proposed amendment would remove those consulting-related charges. The company also said the fund would accrue interest and, if unused, could be returned to customers, and that there would be replenishment and supplemental contribution mechanisms if the fund were exhausted. The Attorney General’s office said it still had further amendments to discuss, and the departments had not yet resolved where the fund should reside administratively, though Hawaiian Electric said it believed DCCA was the appropriate place but was open to alternatives. KIUC requested two amendments. No vote or final committee action was taken during the hearing, and the measure remained under discussion with questions and proposed amendments still outstanding.

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• This tariff is tariff.
• /c> this tariff and this tariff has to be this tariff and this tariff has to be paid<03:14:42.080>
• This is tariff. Has to pay the tariff.
• a tariff.
• this tariff. this tariff.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, April 10, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• OUR TARIFF PROVIDES TARIFF OF WELCOMING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TO OUR STATE BUT ALSO ENSURING THE CURRENT
• TARIFF ONE IS LIMITED TO THREE GIGAWATTS IN SPECIFIED ZONES.
• TALK ABOUT LARGE LOAD CUSTOMER TARIFFS.
• AND THE OTHER QUESTION RELATES TO TARIFF ONE. THE FIRST TARIFF.
• IT IS THE MOST PROTECTIVE TARIFF IN THE COUNTRY.

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• What tariff policies will be implemented?
• So the net effect of all of that is what we look at, and it's really not just tariffs; it's tariffs,
• I want to get into tariffs.
• Tariffs did hurt U.S. jobs, but if the U.S. had imposed tariffs on China much earlier, in the '90s and
• So, as you know, we don't do tariff policy, and we don't do commentary on tariff policy.

Bills: SB257

Keywords: supply chain resilience, critical supply chains, critical goods, manufacturing, domestic manufacturing, reshoring, nearshoring, supply chain security, supply chain shock, supply chain disruption, critical infrastructure, emerging technologies, semiconductors, microelectronics, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, robotics, advanced manufacturing, blockchain, cybersecurity

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• As well, tariffs have been community.
• > driven<00:43:25.760> record incoming tariffs have driven record incoming tariffs have
• So they're lobbying hard against tariffs and reciprocal tariffs.
• So they're lobbying hard against tariffs and reciprocal tariffs.
• new tariff change. new tariff change. >> Yeah.<01:37:24.320> Okay. >> Yeah.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint informational briefing focused on how federal policy changes, tariffs, funding cuts, the federal shutdown, and delays in the farm bill are affecting Hawaii agriculture and food access. Opening remarks emphasized Hawaii’s heavy dependence on imported food and farm inputs, the state’s vulnerability to disruptions in USDA services, and the need for stronger state, county, and community coordination. Speakers also noted that immigration enforcement and broader global supply-chain pressures can affect local farm labor, production, and food availability. Sharon Herd, chair of the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, described both positive and negative federal impacts. She said Hawaii has benefited from some recurring grants and a large new $8.8 million federal grant, but also reported about $22 million in losses from suspended or terminated grants, including farm-to-school and water-related projects. She said some USDA programs, such as microgrants for food security and FISMIP, are currently suspended, while the specialty crop block grant remains active. She also said Hawaii farms declined from 7,328 to 6,569 between the 2017 and 2022 censuses and argued the state cannot rely on imports alone to feed its people. Amanda Shaw of Agriculture Stewardship Hawaii presented findings from federal funding cut reports. She said the first report, in March, identified about $88 million in potential cuts, and the newer report found $64.7 million in confirmed cuts and about $175 million in potential cuts. She said federal shifts are creating uncertainty for farmers, food-system organizations, and school and community food programs, and noted that 4,000 to 5,000 Hawaii farmers could receive less money because of changes to payment-factor provisions for socially disadvantaged farmers. She also said Hawaii has lost 18% of local USDA staff since September 2024, with possible further national reductions expected. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational only, and the chair noted that any legal questions, including the reported SNAP changes, would be for the Judiciary Committee to assess later.

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• , a 20% tariff on China, and a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports.
• tariff has been stayed apparently for one month, along with substantial retaliatory tariffs in place
• higher tariffs including<00:09:08.560> tariffs<00:09:09.120> on<00:09:09.640> Canadian
• <00:10:30.800> I've addition to the recent tariffs I've addition to the recent tariffs I've
• currently has doesn't factor in tariffs currently has doesn't factor in tariffs or<00:49:07.319>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• the tariffs instead of facing the truth. the tariffs instead of facing the truth.
• Trade barriers, tariffs, currency manipulation, and nonmonetary tariffs.
• c> by tariffs.
• The tariffs announced by tariffs.
• , and strike this provision blocking a vote on tariffs. these tariffs affect the cost of these tariffs

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• AJR 14 seeks to call upon the federal agencies to consider the ramifications of the tariff policies for
• These tariffs have increased costs for imports and exports alike, leading to a decline in cargo volumes
• Continually uncertain tariffs threaten not just current operations, but also future trade agreements
• Continually uncertain tariffs threaten not just current operations, but also future trade agreements
• And these tariffs are very, very... Our ports need to continue to be competitive.

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Economic Development, Growth, and Household Impact met on July 11, 2025, and heard six measures focused on small business contracting, ports and trade, local economic development, clean energy transition, tariff impacts, and infrastructure finance. SB 70 would raise the Small Business Procurement and Contract Act contract cap from $250,000 to $350,000 and index it to inflation; supporters said it would reflect current economic conditions, while opponents argued it could reduce transparency, favor larger firms, and strain small businesses’ ability to carry inventory and wait for payment. The bill was approved 7-0 to Appropriations. AJR 14 urged federal agencies to consider the effects of tariff policy on California ports, with testimony emphasizing impacts on cargo volumes, jobs, supply chains, and infrastructure needs; it passed 7-0. SB 781 would require cities and counties to adopt small business utilization plans and strengthen the California Small Business Technical Assistance Program; chambers of commerce and committee members supported it as a way to expand procurement opportunities and technical assistance, and it passed 7-0 to Local Government. SB 227 would extend and expand the Green Empowerment Zone in Contra Costa County, add environmental justice representatives, and extend authorization to 2040; it passed 7-0 to the floor. SB 263 would direct the California Transportation Agency to study the statewide impacts of tariffs, with supporters from the ports, retail, and trucking sectors arguing that better data is needed to guide budgeting and policy responses; it passed 7-0 to Appropriations. SB 769 would create the Golden State Infrastructure Fund to finance major infrastructure projects through a revolving public-private investment model; supporters said it would help address long-term infrastructure needs and prepare for major events, and the bill passed 6-0 to Appropriations after opposition was withdrawn. All measures were reported out of committee, and the meeting adjourned at 10:39 a.m.

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• India charges us auto tariffs higher than 100%.
• China's average tariff on our products is twice what we charge them, and South Korea's average tariff
• <01:27:34.600> higher India charges us Auto tariffs higher India charges us Auto tariffs higher
• April 2nd reciprocal tariffs kick in, and whatever they tariff us, other countries, we will tariff them
• All that meant to them was they didn’t want to pay the tariff, so they came in.

Keywords: Presidential address to the Joint Session of the United States Congress on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• In their February forecast, they assume a 10% universal tariff, a 20% tariff on China, and a 25% tariff
• with substantial retaliatory tariffs, such as the, not a tariff necessarily, but an export tax that
• <00:09:40.680> 20%<00:09:41.399> tariff assume a 10% Universal tariff 20% tariff assume
• a 10% Universal tariff 20% tariff on<00:09:41.959> China<00:09:42.800> and<00:09:42.920
• tariffs such as the uh not a tariff tariffs such as the uh not a tariff necessarily<00:10:07.959

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And the announcement came with letters that said the tariffs may change.
• or a different negotiated tariff.
• or a different negotiated tariff.
• I mean, this is tariffs. These are happening now.
• sorry, recent tariffs and reciprocal tariffs—will have on international trade and, subsequently, our

Summary: The Assembly Transportation Committee heard several measures, beginning with SB 86, which would extend and expand the CAEATFA sales and use tax exclusion program through 2031, raise the annual cap from $100 million to $200 million, and add fusion energy. Supporters, including the State Treasurer and industry and labor representatives, cited billions in clean-tech investment, job creation, and environmental benefits; county groups opposed the bill over local revenue losses. The committee approved SB 86 on a 12-0 roll, holding the roll open for additional members. The committee then heard SB 545, which would require Go-Biz to study economic development opportunities along the California high-speed rail corridor, including land value, development incentives, and public-private partnerships. Labor, Fresno’s mayor’s office, and other stakeholders supported the bill as a way to spur corridor development and future funding opportunities, while one business group moved from opposition to neutral after amendments. The bill passed on a 9-1 vote, with the roll held open. Members next considered SB 63, a Bay Area transit funding measure authorizing a regional revenue measure to support transit operations amid looming fiscal shortfalls. The author and witnesses described severe service cuts that could follow without new funding, while committee members raised concerns about the bill’s structure, county participation, polling, and whether other revenue options should be considered. The bill advanced on a 9-3 vote, with the roll held open, and the committee also approved SB 263, directing a state study of tariff impacts on California’s economy and supply chains, on an 11-0 vote. Finally, the committee heard SB 661, which would redirect aviation-related tax revenues back to airports for aviation purposes and bring the state into compliance with federal requirements; testimony focused on airport modernization, rural access, and allocation formulas, but no final vote was taken in the portion provided.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first continued its hearing on HB 1287, which concerns the definition of “veteran.” Representative Manion explained that the amendment would adopt the federal-style definition by including a general discharge under honorable conditions, while restoring documentation requirements such as a DD214 and removing a problematic reference to World War II allied veterans. The chair said the committee would close the hearing and take the bill up later in executive session. The committee then moved to HCR 13, a resolution calling for an Article V convention limited to proposing a constitutional amendment imposing term limits on members of Congress. Representative Joe Alexander, the prime sponsor, said the measure is narrowly focused on congressional term limits, that 12 states have already passed similar resolutions, and that broad public support in New Hampshire justifies action. Members asked whether the effort would prompt Congress to act on its own, whether the resolution should also cover Supreme Court justices, and how many states are needed; Alexander said the goal is to pressure Congress, that the Constitution already treats Supreme Court justices differently, and that 34 states are required. Testimony in support came from former Representative Linda Masamela, who gave a history-based argument for Article V conventions as a constitutional check, and from Deborah Childs and Aaron Ducet of U.S. Term Limits. Childs said New Hampshire voters strongly support term limits and argued they would open seats to younger, more diverse candidates. Ducet said the application is single-topic and would allow only one amendment, described Article V applications as historically common, and argued that state pressure can force Congress to act. No vote was taken in the portion provided; the chair continued hearing testimony on HCR 13.

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• But in my read, this is tariff.
• <00:30:02.559> which voluntary renewable energy tariff which voluntary renewable energy tariff
• > large These voluntary tariffs allow large These voluntary tariffs allow large power<00:30:11.120
• in the tariff, but leaves it to the PUC to work out the details with the IUS.
• in the tariff, but leaves it to the PUC to work out the details with the IUS.

Bills: HF2928, HF2912, HF2297

Keywords: water appropriation, data centers, environmental review, energy conservation, permit application, carbon-free energy, geothermal energy, renewable energy, Macalester College, appropriation, sustainability, solar energy, pollinator programs, license plates, agrivoltaics, environmental sustainability, 1183, house

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• tariffs are jacking up prices. tariffs are jacking up prices.
• ,<06:54:00.160> Mexico, tariffs and tariffs on Canada, Mexico, tariffs and tariffs on Canada
• independent estimates, Trump's tariffs independent estimates, Trump's tariffs are<06:56:18.240><
• branches with respect to tariffs. branches with respect to tariffs.
• should be the ones determining tariffs. should be the ones determining tariffs.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• was called the standard tariff.
• tariffs, right? tariffs, right?
• Renewable energy metering tariffs.
• Renewable energy metering tariffs.
• However, the net metering tariff is a market-based tariff.

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee met on April 14 and began by welcoming a new member, Representative Samban Denier, who briefly described his background as a Clarkson University environmental engineering graduate and Air Force veteran. The committee then moved into a work session on five energy-related bills, starting with Senate Bill 65 on stormwater management for solar arrays. Representative McGee presented amendment 1594H, which would exclude projects in shoreland areas from the bill’s permit-by-notification process and require the standard alteration-of-terrain permit review instead. Members asked for clarification, and McGee explained the amendment was requested by the New Hampshire Lakes Association and others to preserve the fuller review process for shoreland projects. The committee appeared satisfied with the explanation and moved on. The committee next discussed Senate Bill 230 on electric utility restructuring and investment in distributed energy resources. Members concluded that section one was unnecessary because a better definition of advanced nuclear resources had already been added to House Bill 710, and that section two would allow investment in advanced nuclear resources in a way they had already rejected in another bill due to ratepayer risk. Several members agreed the bill was redundant and supported an ITL motion. They also discussed Senate Bill 232 on net metering terms and conditions, focusing first on whether hydroelectric generators could be listed in ISO New England while also taking net metering credits. Granite State Hydropower Association representative Heidi Kroll testified that generators are subject to checks and balances, that double-dipping is not occurring, and that rules and tariffs already require participation in one market arrangement or the other. Discussion on Senate Bill 232 then shifted to section two, which would bar retroactive changes to net metering tariffs in place as of January 1, 2025. Representative McGee proposed alternative language to protect existing customer generators, group hosts, and municipal hosts from retroactive changes, while others said the language was needed to provide stability for current participants operating on thin margins. Some members supported the clearer wording; others argued the committee should not tie the hands of the PUC and DOE, noting future circumstances could require regulatory flexibility and that conflicts could be resolved in court if necessary. The committee did not take a final vote in the portion of the meeting provided, and the discussion was still ongoing when the transcript ended.

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• We had a slate of new tariffs.
• on lumber and heavy-duty vehicles, reduction in tariffs on China, and then recently some reduced tariffs
• Those are really driven by tariffs or changes in tariff policy.
• So the pessimistic scenario calls for higher tariffs... Or changes in tariff policy.
• This is the average tariff rate historically... Or key up the discussion about tariffs.

Summary: The Ways and Means Committee held a work session covering the state revenue outlook, caseload forecasts, wildfire costs, budget balance, tort liability, water supply, and pension policy. The Economic and Revenue Forecast Council reported modest near-term U.S. growth, no near-term Washington employment growth in 2026, continued personal income growth, and elevated inflation, with tariffs and federal policy cited as major risks. Revenue forecasts were slightly improved for the current biennium by about $105 million but down about $185 million for the next biennium. Members asked about income inequality and housing permits; staff said personal income is an aggregate measure and housing production remains below long-term needs. The Caseload Forecast Council then reported that most forecasts were unchanged or only slightly changed, but several programs increased, including Washington College Grant, Working Connections, aged/blind/disabled cash grants, nursing homes, home and community services, and developmental disabilities personal care. The largest policy-driven change was in Medicaid low-income adult caseloads, where federal H.R. 1 was projected to reduce coverage substantially through narrower eligibility, community engagement requirements, and shorter eligibility periods. The committee also heard a wildfire funding update and a 2025 fire season review. Staff explained that the state budgets $93 million annually for suppression and uses supplemental appropriations for costs above that level, with an estimated state supplemental need of about $139 million for the current year. Department of Natural Resources officials said 2025 fire activity remained below the 10-year average in acres burned, but fires were more complex and closer to communities, contributing to higher residence loss. They described expanded use of aircraft, firefighters from other states, corrections crews, and the Arcadia 20 hand crew, and said the state did not need National Guard ground support this year. A budget preview then showed that the near general fund outlook had worsened after vetoes, lapses, and forecast changes, and that maintenance-level costs alone would leave a projected negative balance by fiscal year 2027 and about $4.3 billion by fiscal year 2029, before any policy decisions. Jason Seams, the state risk manager, reported a sharp rise in tort claim costs, with indemnity expenses nearly doubling from fiscal year 2023 to 2025 and DCYF accounting for most of the increase. He said the state self-insurance liability account has run deficits for four straight biennia and is now facing nearly $600 million in deficits, driven largely by a surge in DCYF claims, especially juvenile rehabilitation and long-running sex abuse cases. Members asked about the role of old claims, comparisons with other states, excess insurance, and whether more Attorney General staff could reduce special assistant attorney general costs. The committee then shifted to water policy, hearing from tribal leaders, Ecology, and the Washington Water Trust. Tribal witnesses emphasized overappropriation, declining flows, climate impacts, and the need for legislative oversight and tribal participation in water policy. Ecology described major projects in the Odessa sub-area, Yakima Basin, and Dungeness, along with the need for storage, recharge, conservation, and policy changes to support water supply development. The Washington Water Trust argued that climate change is reducing summer flows and that the state needs more funding, enforcement, and long-term commitment to restore instream flows. The final item was a pension update on LEOFF 1 surplus assets; staff reviewed two 2025 bills that would have merged or restructured the plan and used surplus assets, but neither passed, and instead the budget directed the Select Committee on Pension Policy to study the issue and report back.