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• Paul.
• Paul where Miss Gway has testified in committees about that case of St.
• Paul police at that time, is now Commissioner Paul Schnell.
• </c><01:14:46.000><c> police</c> dumpster it'll show the St Paul police dumpster it'll show the St Paul
• I am so upset by this testimony. senator Paul senator Paul Schnell<01:24:07.880><c> who</c><01:24:08.040

Keywords: 1183, house

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• For the record, my name is Paul Silinski.
• Paul campus, we are terming it as BioCity.
• Paul campus. This becomes part of that ecosystem right now.
• Paul campus. This becomes part of that ecosystem right now.
• St Paul campus to keep that as in a St Paul campus to keep that as in a campus<01:59:47.599><c> that<

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Paul Mark, State Senator for the 57 communities of the Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin, and Hampshire Senate
• Paul Fennelly. Present. Thank you. Michael Lawson. From Lexington.
• I think a Paul Mark lawn sign would be outstanding, though it could be corrosive.
• And I got to ring a Paul Revere bell, which is definitely one of my highlights for the 250th.
• And some of our lead characters are John Adams, Paul Revere, Mercy Otis Warren, John Hancock.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The commission meeting opened with a roll call that established a quorum, allowing the group to proceed officially. Co-chair remarks highlighted recent successful Henry Knox Trail commemorations in Great Barrington, Alford, and Springfield, with praise for the organizers and participants. The meeting then focused on Massachusetts 250 and America 250 planning, including statewide events tied to the Revolution’s 250th anniversary. Sheila from the Office of Travel and Tourism outlined several America 250 initiatives: selecting an item for the national time capsule, organizing a July 8 nationwide reading of the Declaration of Independence, encouraging a July 5 “America’s potluck,” and considering a “heritage tractor” tribute from Kansas as a model for Massachusetts participation. Members discussed who should decide the time capsule contents, with suggestions that Secretary Galvin and the commission help set criteria, and there was interest in creating a separate Massachusetts-only time capsule as a backup. The commission also discussed whether Governor Healey should formally endorse the potluck effort, and members expressed support for distributing a graphic for the Declaration reading. Revolution 250 and related organizers gave updates on upcoming commemorations: Worcester was moved to a larger venue due to strong attendance, Framingham will include living history portrayals of Patriots of Color, Cambridge and Roxbury programs are being planned, and Dorchester Heights/Evacuation Day events will include a Boston Public Library evening commemoration and a March 17 procession and ceremony. Sail Boston was also previewed as a major international event with dozens of ships and extensive public safety coordination. A final presentation pitched “Rebel Town,” a Boston Tea Party musical, as a potential America 250 attraction; the presenter described the show’s development, audience appeal, and need for a Boston venue and funding. No votes were taken beyond the motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

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• Paul, Minnesota, Tuesday, May 5th, 2026.
• </c><00:06:37.440><c> Paul,</c> 69th Legislative Day, St. Paul, 69th Legislative Day, St.
• Paul, Minnesota,<00:06:38.640><c> Tuesday,</c><00:06:39.080><c> May</c><00:06:39.360><c> 5th,</c><00:

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Paul, Minnesota, Monday, March 10th, 2025.
• 00:06:36.240><c> legislative</c><00:06:36.919><c> Day</c><00:06:37.560><c> St</c><00:06:37.800><c> Paul
• </c> 2025 10th legislative Day St Paul 2025 10th legislative Day St Paul Minnesota<00:06:38.919><c> Monday

Keywords: 1183, house

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• So, we got Paul placed. Again, Bob Jacobson, Commissioner of Public Safety.
• So, we got Paul placed. Again, Bob Jacobson, Commissioner of Public Safety.
• So, we got Paul<00:20:22.679><c> placed.
• Uh, again, Bob Jacobson, Paul placed.
• Um, Paul Commissioner of Public Safety.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• The Fire Commissioner, Paul Burke, has also voiced support.
• Now we have members from the PFFM: Paul Jakes, Greg Hardy, and Michael Riley.
• Always an honor to be asked to join Paul and Craig, just like the old days.
• As Paul mentioned, for the record, my name is Michael O'Reilly.
• Paul, say nay. We are adjourned. Thank you.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Public Service heard testimony on a wide range of bills affecting public employees, retirees, and public safety personnel. Early testimony focused on House Bill 2859, which would make Massachusetts Department of Correction industrial instructors permanent civil service employees after years of provisional status, and House Bill 2995, which would reduce the Boston Fire Cadet Program service requirement from two years to one year. Supporters of the Boston fire cadet bill argued it would improve equity, expand opportunities for Boston residents, and help diversify the Boston Fire Department; committee members asked about the current makeup of academy classes and the effect of a hybrid model, and the Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association was described as neutral on a separate age-related police bill. The committee also heard several proposals related to post-retirement earnings and civil service rules for police and fire retirees. Testimony supported bills including H. 2903 and H. 2966, which would loosen earnings limits for retired public safety workers returning to work, and related measures affecting civil service exemptions and professional services for retirement boards. Speakers argued the current limits are confusing, discourage experienced workers from filling needed municipal jobs, and can create safety issues on public works and construction sites. One witness from Worcester Police supported raising the police academy age limit from 32 to 39 to improve recruitment, especially in BIPOC communities, while Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata supported a separate bill to raise the Boston Police Academy age cap from 39 to 45. A substantial portion of the hearing was devoted to H. 2812 and S. 1817, which would increase the pension COLA base from $13,000 to $18,000 and freeze certain retiree health insurance contribution rates, with additional testimony about capping out-of-pocket health costs for some retirees. Educators and union representatives said the current COLA structure has eroded pension value and leaves retirees struggling with rising costs, while one witness described long delays and confusion in navigating retiree health coverage. The committee took no substantive votes on the bills during the hearing and adjourned after hearing all testimony.

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• inventory and conscience and go through balances and see what's right, he always used to say to me, Paul
• That didn't come from Paul Feeney, the phone guy who got elected to the Senate.
• Paul R. Feeney. Yes. Yes. Dylan A. Fernandez. Barry R. Feingold. Cindy F. Friedman. Yes.
• Paul W. Mark. Liz Miranda. Yes. Mark C. Montigny. Liz Miranda. Yes. Mark C. Montigny. Michael O.
• Paul. Adam Gomez. Yes. Yes. Paul W. Mark. Yes. Yes. Mark C. Montigny. No. No. Jacob R. Oliveira.

Summary: The Senate took up several local and special bills on third reading and final passage. It amended and passed to be engrossed Senate 1831, a Rutland bill providing killed-in-the-line-of-duty benefits for Joanne Saundi as the surviving spouse of Detective John DeSongy, and also passed to be engrossed two Haverhill bills exempting Nick Santos and Anthony Morales from the maximum age requirement for police officer appointments. The chamber then enacted bills concerning police age requirements in Newton and Stonem, sending them to the Governor. It also adopted two congratulatory resolutions, including one for the Florence Community Band’s 25th anniversary and another recognizing the Italian Consulate in Boston and Italian National Day. The Senate suspended Joint Rule 12 to refer a House petition from Rep. Carol Fiola to the Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies, proposing a temporary pilot to let municipalities extend liquor-license hours and allow public consumption in designated districts during summer 2026. The chamber also addressed House 5501, the fiscal year 2027 state budget, after the House nonconcurred in a Senate amendment; the Senate insisted on its amendment and appointed a conference committee, naming Senators Rodrigues, Comerford, and O’Connor. A major floor debate centered on Senate 3104, a resolution responding to the Supreme Judicial Court’s May 7, 2026 order regarding the State Auditor’s request for Senate financial records. Supporters said the resolution would provide documents in four clarified categories—budgets, audits, balance-forward transactions, and monetary settlement agreements—while preserving constitutional separation-of-powers objections to broader requests. Opponents argued the Senate should have sought the court’s guidance earlier and that the documents should be produced without further delay. The resolution was adopted on a roll call vote, 33-6. The Senate then adjourned in memory of William F. Howard of Beverly and set its next meeting for Monday at 11:00 a.m.

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• All right, we'll begin with Paul.
• And Paul and Nicole, when you're ready, Paul can go ahead and just keep an eye on that timer.
• And Paul and Nicole, when you're ready, Paul can go ahead and just keep an eye on that timer.
• Hi, I'm Paul Swam. I'm an East King County resident and here on my own accord.

Bills: SB6148

Keywords: regional transit authority, RTA, transit bonds, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, bond maturity, debt limit, 25-year cap, regional mobility grant program, public transit financing, transportation funding, Washington RCW, bond issuance, municipal finance, infrastructure finance, 904, all

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• And then Paul Jewell, if you want to get ready to be on deck, as well as Mary Holt Drury.
• Paul, please go ahead. Thank you, Mr. Chair. Good afternoon, members of the committee. All right.
• Paul, please go ahead. Thank you.
• We have Paul Jewell. Please come on up, and then on deck remotely we'll have John Worthington.
• Paul Jewell, on behalf of the members of the Washington State Association of Counties, testifying today

Bills: SB6211, SB6234, SB6242

Keywords: real estate, excise tax, growth management, uniformity, local government, sewage, grinder pumps, residential buildings, regulation, construction, shared stewardship, counties authority, land management, environmental agreements, local governance, 904, all

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• And then Paul Jewell, if you want to get ready to be on deck, as well as Mary Hall Drury.
• Paul, please go ahead. Thank you, Mr. Chair. Good afternoon, members of the committee. All right.
• Paul, please go ahead.
• We have Paul Jewell. Please come on up, and then on deck remotely we'll have John Worthington.
• Paul Jewell, on behalf of the members of the Washington State Association of Counties, testifying today

Summary: The Senate Committee on Local Government heard staff briefings, sponsor testimony, and public testimony on three bills. Senate Bill 6242 would require counties to enter shared stewardship agreements with federal land managers, such as the U.S. Forest Service, to maintain fuel breaks along roads on federally owned land and include revenue-sharing for timber sales. Sponsor Senator Braun said the bill is intended to improve wildfire prevention, protect transportation corridors, and create a possible funding source for rural counties. County representatives supported the concept but noted concerns about the bill’s timber-revenue condition and whether it could be enforced if a federal agency declined to agree. Senate Bill 6211 would remove the voter-approval requirement for real estate excise tax 2 (REET 2) in counties and cities that voluntarily plan under the Growth Management Act, aligning them with jurisdictions that are required to fully plan. Supporters, including the City of Walla Walla and the Association of Washington Cities, said the bill would create fairness and consistency and provide local governments with more tools for capital projects such as sidewalks, ADA improvements, transportation, and utilities. Opponents from Washington Realtors and Washington Citizens Against Unfair Taxes argued the bill would raise housing costs and eliminate voter approval for a tax increase. The committee also heard concerns about property values and whether the bill would affect home prices or local tax burdens. Senate Bill 6234 would prohibit cities, counties, and water-sewer districts from banning sewage grinder pumps for new residential buildings in certain situations where gravity sewer is impractical, such as steep terrain, low-lying lots, or long distances from sewer lines. The sponsor said the bill is meant to help infill development and housing production in urban growth areas by making a lower-cost sewer connection option available. Cities and sewer districts testified that grinder pumps are already allowed in many cases, but they opposed the bill’s prescriptive language and preemption of local standards, citing long-term maintenance, operational, and ratepayer concerns. No votes or final committee actions were taken on any of the bills during the hearing.

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• Paul.
• Paul.
• Paul location. Two teams are out of St. Paul; one is out of Mankato currently.
• Paul location. Two teams are out of St. Paul; one is out of Mankato currently.
• Paul location. Two teams are out of St. Paul; one is out of Mankato currently.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Is Paul Jewell here in person? Yes, we do seem great.
• Please begin whenever you're ready, Paul. Thank you, Mr.
• Is Paul Jewell here in person? Yes, we do seem great.
• Please begin whenever you're ready, Paul. Thank you, Mr.
• Probably for Paul. Could you take a stab at it?

Bills: HB2038, HB2297, HB2382, HB2487, HB2018

Keywords: HB2038, Washington, B&O tax, business and occupation tax, social media tax, platform tax, youth behavioral health, mental health, adolescent mental health, children's mental health, telebehavioral health, behavioral health account, state treasury, digital services tax, internet platform, social media companies, youth services, depression, anxiety, public health funding

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• Is Paul Jewell here in person? Yes, we do seem great.
• Is Paul Jewell here in person? Yes, we do seem great.
• Is Paul Jewell here in person? Yes, we do seem great.
• Please begin whenever you're ready, Paul. Thank you, Mr.
• Probably for Paul. Could you take a stab at it?

Summary: The committee heard briefings, sponsor presentations, and public testimony on several finance bills. HB 2038 would impose an additional B&O tax on businesses operating social media platforms beginning in 2027 and create a youth behavioral health account funded by the tax. The sponsor argued the bill would help address youth mental health harms linked to social media and support implementation of the Washington Thriving plan. Supporters in testimony, including youth advocates and some public health voices, said social media contributes to youth anxiety and addiction and that the revenue should be used for behavioral health services. Opponents, including technology and business groups, argued the tax unfairly singles out one sector, could be passed on to consumers, and may violate federal internet tax law. The hearing on HB 2038 was suspended and later reopened for public testimony; no vote was taken. HB 2297 would create tax incentives for grocery stores in underserved communities, including local B&O preferences, a sales tax exemption for security services, a 30-year property tax exemption program, a B&O tax credit, and a B&O exemption for certain locally owned or employee-owned stores. The sponsor and supporters said the bill is intended to preserve and attract grocery stores in food deserts, especially after recent store closures, and to help communities with limited transportation and access to healthy food. County representatives supported the goal but raised concern about the bill’s sales tax exemption and its effect on local revenues. Public testimony was largely supportive, with advocates, local officials, grocers, and residents describing grocery stores as essential community infrastructure. No action was taken. HB 2382 would raise cigarette taxes by $2 per pack, restructure vapor and other tobacco product taxes, and dedicate portions of the revenue to a time-sensitive emergency system, tobacco enforcement, and the foundational public health services account. The sponsor said the bill would generate needed revenue, support cancer research funding, and strengthen public health and enforcement. Supporters said higher tobacco taxes reduce use and help cover long-term health costs, while some public health witnesses supported the revenue but suggested directing more funds to existing tobacco prevention accounts. Opponents from retail and industry groups argued the proposal is regressive, could increase illicit sales and cross-border purchasing, and would hurt small businesses and low-income consumers. The committee also heard HB 2487, a Department of Revenue request bill that would narrow the B&O exemption for insurers to clarify that it applies only to premium income subject to insurance premium tax, and apply the change retroactively to 2019. The sponsor and supporters said the bill closes a loophole created by a recent Supreme Court ruling and preserves tax equity, while insurers and business groups objected to the retroactive application, warning of higher premiums and unfair taxation. Finally, HB 2018 would increase the solid waste tax by 0.5% per year for five years and direct the new revenue to a local government solid waste assistance account for county and city waste management plans. County officials supported the bill as a way to stabilize funding for solid waste systems, and testimony emphasized rising disposal and infrastructure costs. No votes were taken on any of the bills during the hearing.

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• My name is Paul Sandy. the committee. My name is Paul Sandy.
• </c><00:51:41.680><c> Paul.
• Paul. Um, I'm here to tell a in St. Paul.
• Paul Regional Water story of St.
• Paul.

Bills: HF4736, HF4737, HF3806, HF3352, HF4840, HF3748

Keywords: emergency shelter, grant program, homelessness, capital investment, Minnesota Statutes, appropriation bonds, public funding, housing, infrastructure bonds, funding, appropriation, Minnesota constitutional amendment, public debt, state bonds, general obligation bonds, information technology, IT infrastructure, software licenses, technology modernization, capital improvements

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• Paul to your area, Dr. Weiner, is going to go there.
• Paul to your area, Dr. Weiner, is going to go there.
• </c><01:08:44.560><c> um</c><01:08:44.719><c> an</c> Paul, that you all played um an Paul, that you all
• Paul was incredibly difficult for of St.
• Paul, it's Hopkins, St.

Bills: HF4119, HF3959, HF3792, HF3913, HF3752

Keywords: property tax, renter credits, co-pay, housing affordability, tax relief, homestead, tax refund, Minnesota, tax increase, financial relief, homeowners, AmeriCorps, taxation, individual income tax, living allowances, stipends, national service, tax compliance, revenue, analytics

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• Paul where I actually hired him to be the director of the Latino council and then he left there and went
• Paul where I actually hired him to be the director of the Latino council and then he left there and went
• Paul where I actually hired him to be the director of the Latino council and then he left there and went
• </c><00:49:36.960><c> Paul</c> project on the east side of St. Paul project on the east side of St.
• Paul where<00:49:37.520><c> I</c><00:49:37.760><c> actually</c><00:49:38.000><c> hired</c><00:49:38.480

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Paul? Cole? Schwertner? Nichols? Thank you. Present. Paul? Kolkhorst? Nichols? Here. Paxton?
• Paul? Aye. Kolkhorst? Aye. Nichols? Aye. Paxton? Perry? Aye. Schwertner? West? Zaffirini? Hinojosa?
• Paul? Aye. Kolkhorst? Aye. Nichols? Aye. Paxton? Aye. Perry. Schwertner. Zaffirini. Hinojosa? Aye.

Bills: SB2, SB3, SB5, SB9, SB10, SB14, SB16, SB34, SB18

Keywords: flooding, public safety, outdoor warning sirens, disaster preparedness, emergency response, flood warning, outdoor sirens, local government, safety measures, flood management, emergency preparedness, municipal safety, disaster response, disaster relief, emergency funding, Meteorological forecasting, local government assistance, training facilities, hemp regulation, consumable products

Summary: The Senate Committee on Finance met in the second special session and considered a series of bills, mostly related to flood response, water infrastructure, taxation, school accountability, property fraud, and legislative procedure. Senator Zaffirini presented SB 18 on TCEQ permit exemptions for certain erosion, floodwater, and sediment control dams or reservoirs; Senator Perry presented SB 2 on flood relief preparedness, SB 14 on credit impact fees and water supply/conservation incentives, and SB 5 on Hill Country relief funding; Senator Bettencourt presented SB 3 on early warning flood sirens, SB 9 on replacing STAAR with three annual tests and strengthening A-F accountability, and SB 10 on lowering the rollback tax rate from 3.5% to 2.5%; Senator West presented SB 16 on property transaction ID requirements and new real property theft/fraud offenses; and Chair Huffman laid out SB 34, which changes legislative witness immunity rules from transactional immunity to testimonial immunity consistent with federal law. The committee also heard brief explanations that several bills were the same as versions previously passed by the Senate or committee, and there was limited public testimony, with no witnesses on most bills and only position cards on SB 16. Senator West raised a concern on SB 10 about a possible carve-out for police pay raises, but Senator Bettencourt said no change would be made at that time. For SB 34, Chair Huffman explained the bill would still allow compelled testimony before the legislature but would no longer provide blanket immunity, while preserving the right to counsel. The committee voted favorably on all bills considered. SB 18, SB 2, SB 14, SB 3, SB 16, SB 5, and SB 34 were reported out unanimously or near-unanimously, while SB 9 passed 10-1 and SB 10 passed 8-3. At the end of the meeting, Senator West requested to be shown voting nay on SB 9, and the chair granted unanimous consent. The committee then recessed subject to the call of the chair.

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• Paul. Um, thank you. >> Thank you. >> Um, Representative Holland. >> Thank you, Madam Chair.
• Paul. Um thank you. St. Paul. Um thank you. &gt;&gt; Thank<00:19:21.440><c> you.
• </c><00:20:21.440><c> Paul</c> US citizens are still living in St.
• Paul US citizens are still living in St.
• rob Peter to pay Paul and act like<00:26:17.360><c> it's</c><00:26:17.600><c> not</c><00:26:17.760><

Bills: HF3611, HF3659, HF3909

Keywords: taxation, income tax, damage awards, sexual harassment, abuse claims, immigration enforcement, taxpayers, file income tax return, Minnesota-source income, tax regulations, detention facilities, gross revenues, private prisons, Minnesota law, 1183, house

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• Oh, it's Paul. Hi, Paul.
• Yes, Paul Bernstein from Carbon Cashback. We just submitted comments.
• Yes, Paul Bernstein from committee. Yes, Paul Bernstein from Carbon<00:22:00.960><c> Cashback.
• &gt;&gt; Thank<00:22:45.440><c> you</c><00:22:45.679><c> Paul.
• &gt;&gt; Uh you heard you heard Paul Bernstein's &gt;&gt; Uh you heard you heard Paul Bernstein's commentary

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint hearing covered SB 2120, which would allow certain state and county employees rehired within one year to transfer accrued vacation and sick leave and extend the break-in-service period for health benefits. Testimony was split: the Department of Human Resources explained current leave payout and pension credit rules and raised concerns about the long transfer window, while labor representatives supported the measure. During decision-making, both committees recommended passage with amendments. The amendments narrowed the bill by changing the break-in-service period to 180 days for leave beginning on or after July 1, 2026, making the benefit transfer voluntary with a 90-day notice deadline, and changing the effective date to January 1, 2077. The recommendations were adopted by vote. The committees also heard SB 2523, an appropriation for the City and County of Honolulu Department of Information Technology to modernize the driver’s license and motor vehicle system. DIT described the current COBOL-based mainframe as decades old, said the project would use a code-share arrangement with Arizona, and estimated a $10 million, two-year conversion and rollout. Members questioned the cost, the city-state funding arrangement, and the feasibility of the project, including whether it would move to a cloud-based system. After testimony, both committees deferred the measure. In the Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs portion, SB 2032 on consumer protection for solar sales drew broad support from the Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority, the Office of Consumer Protection, the Hawaii Solar Energy Association, and others. Testifiers said the bill was needed in response to misleading solar door-to-door sales and urged amendments to clarify “contractual affiliation,” exclude balcony/portable solar devices, and require disclosure of cash and financed prices. The committee then moved on to SB 2079 on vehicle titles, which had one supporter and one opponent but no testimony in person or online, and SB 2241 on zero-emission vehicles, for which the Hawaii State Energy Office submitted written support. The hearing also began discussion of SB 2579 on water-related grants, where agencies said any program would need clearer statutory standards and likely a feasibility study before implementation.