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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/26
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- ><c> other</c><00:37:51.440><c> things,</c> law requiring, among other things, law requiring, among other
- </c> those are the requirements in the rule. those are the requirements in the rule.
- </c> the requirements for aquifer tests. the requirements for aquifer tests.
- </c><01:31:39.600><c> they</c><01:31:39.920><c> require</c> intensive studies. they require intensive
- Our soils require irrigation.
Keywords:
boat storage structures, public waters, natural resources, rule amendments, watercraft canopy, PFAS, environmental regulation, manufacturers, public health, product safety, groundwater, water appropriation, water-use permit, water permit, aquifer test, aquifer, well construction, groundwater permit, Department of Natural Resources, DNR
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- is required between 36 and 39 months from the decedent's death.
- </c><00:19:21.760><c> between</c> informational return is required between informational return is required
- </c> first informational return requirement first informational return requirement and<00:19:30.320><
- </c><00:19:41.159><c> that</c> 3221 eliminates the requirement that 3221 eliminates the requirement that
- </c> tax liability but there's a requirement tax liability but there's a requirement for<01:16:15.280
Committee:
House Taxes
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Among other things, it required...
- Among other things, it required utilizing surface water for irrigation where it was possible, and it
- required working with municipalities to set up that water system inside a subdivision as you went about
- The new exemption requirements were also unintendedly applied to subdivisions or...
- The new requirements were only meant for subdivisions going forward from the date that the law was to
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum present, received prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and approved the prior day’s journal as corrected. Leadership announced that gubernatorial appointments would be taken up Monday and that only one bill would be considered in the 13th order that day. In the fifth order, Senate Resolution 113 was introduced by the State Affairs Committee; it condemns political violence and honors victims, and was referred to the Judiciary and Rules Committee for printing.
Committee reports and bill introductions followed. The Judiciary and Rules Committee reported several measures correctly printed and referred them to the appropriate committees, and the Commerce and Human Resources Committee reported Senate Bill 1221 do pass. In first reading, the Senate received Senate Bills 1244 through 1247, covering regional library systems, education funding and related school policy, law enforcement officers and facial coverings, and E-Verify requirements for employers; these were referred to Judiciary and Rules for printing. Second-reading bills 1227, 1226, and 1225 as amended were advanced to third reading.
The Senate then considered Senate Bill 1222, which revises domestic well provisions and clarifies the definition of “subdivision” for purposes of the domestic well exemption. Senator Anthony said the bill was intended to correct how last year’s changes were being applied, especially to already-developed subdivisions, and to make the law apply prospectively. After brief debate, the bill passed the Senate by a vote of 29 in favor with six absent, and was transmitted to the House.
During miscellaneous business, senators introduced guests and announced a 10:30 farewell ceremony for the Liberty Bell on the Capitol steps, including a final ceremonial ringing before refurbishment. The Senate also adjourned by motion until 11 a.m. Monday, February 2, 2026.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 2521 seeks to address this problem by requiring registers to provide.
- The law also currently requires 60% of the governing body of a taxing unit to to propose the adoption
- So this bill seeks to alleviate these concerns by requiring 60% of a taxing unit's governing body to
- And requiring 75% of a taxing unit's governing body to propose a GEO bond election or M&O tax reelection
- This bill simply, uh, requires tax assessors to make electronic payment options available for citizens
Committee:
House Ways & Means
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Health and Human Services (01/29/2025)
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><01:51:56.960><c> for</c> administrative work required for administrative work required for provider
- </c><02:09:50.480><c> an</c> insurance company this would require an insurance company this would require
- </c><02:11:43.440><c> that</c> access to the system we do require that access to the system we do require
- Some biomarker tests are required by the Affordable Care Act.
- notice requirement the federal notice requirement<03:02:39.760><c> so</c><03:02:40.760><c> I</c><03:
Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> movement disorder specialist requires movement disorder specialist requires inner<00:40:26.560><
- </c> the uh healthc care facility is required the uh healthc care facility is required to<01:28:28.960
- </c><01:55:04.080><c> to</c> beyond that, the state is required to beyond that, the state is required
- </c><01:55:13.040><c> to</c> health benefits plan um are required to health benefits plan um are required
- So documentation that is required.
Committee:
House Health
Keywords:
accessible parking, disability, kupuna, public accommodations, small business exemptions, Hawaii Revised Statutes, parking permit, blind, deaf, accessibility, deafness, traffic safety, law enforcement, vehicle registration, communication, emergency services, commercial driver's license, first responders, public safety, authorized emergency vehicle
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on several health-related bills. HB 1871, establishing a maternal health monitoring pilot program, drew support from the Department of Health, the Hawaii State Commission on Status of Women, and the Hawaii affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives, with testimony urging provider-neutral language so midwives and other qualified providers would not be excluded. HB 1977, requiring a maternal and infant health information mobile app, received support from ACNM and Philips, which said similar apps in other states improved awareness of services and helped families navigate care; a member asked the Department of Health about implementation time. HB 1858, relating to certificates of fetal deaths, was supported by the Department of Health and clinicians, who said the current statute is outdated and inconsistent with CDC guidance; the department and a physician testified that the bill should shift documentation responsibilities to physicians and APRNs, and members discussed optional versus mandatory issuance language and whether the bill would improve data on home births and transfers.
The committee also heard HB 1591, expanding definitions for preceptor and volunteer-based clinical training to improve income tax credits. The Department of Health supported the measure but preferred a similar, broader bill; Taxation suggested clarifying terms; the University of Hawaii and the State Center for Nursing supported it. ACNM asked that midwifery preceptors and Hawaii-based students enrolled in mainland programs be included, while the Hawaii Public Health Institute supported expansion of the program as a workforce solution. HB 1574, on the health care education loan repayment program, also drew broad support, including from the governor, SHPDA, OHA, and health organizations, but ACNM raised concerns that the bill’s 30% Medicaid-client threshold could exclude many providers and limit participation.
For HB 1575, creating a feasibility committee on Parkinson’s patient air transport, the Department of Health supported the intent but said transportation is more likely an insurance or benefit issue and suggested redirecting funds to Parkinson’s research; the Michael J. Fox Foundation and the Hawaii Parkinson Association supported the bill, citing inter-island travel barriers and high costs for patients and caregivers. HB 1854, establishing certification of community behavioral health clinics, was supported by the Department of Health and DHS, which said certification would help clinics qualify for enhanced Medicaid reimbursement and expand access; the Attorney General’s office raised a legal concern about the special fund language and recommended a purpose section, and the committee discussed whether the fund would be self-sustaining and noted a possible amendment to change membership language and reduce the board size if the amendment moved forward.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 4/3/25 - Part 1
Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> this up um the current statute requires this up um the current statute requires that<00:31:44.720
- And just so members get an idea, the federal government requires a review at least every three years
- We are required to review all orders where a child is a recipient of MIP funds every three years, and
- we are additionally required to send out a notice to all parties who have a child support case that
- </c><01:08:12.319><c> to</c> taxpayers that they're required to taxpayers that they're required to provide
Bills:
HF2233 , HF1524 , HF1893 , HF1396 , HF2456 , HF2959 , HF2300 , HF2412 , HF3022 , HF2825 , HF1862 , HF1373 , HF1039 , HF3070
Committee:
House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law
Keywords:
Uniform Special Deposits Act, special deposit, banking law, financial institutions, escrow, escrow account, trust account, security deposit, beneficiary, depositor, creditor process, garnishment, attachment, levy, setoff, recoupment, financial market infrastructure, retirement benefits, compensation, earnest money
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division 3/19/25
Veterans and Military Affairs Division
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> rigorous initial training requirements rigorous initial training requirements and<00:15:13.199><
- </c><00:21:19.280><c> to</c> them through state statute required to them through state statute required
- </c> we continue to do the training required we continue to do the training required to<00:21:34.720>
- </c> client even though it's not required client even though it's not required under<00:48:04.240><c>
- </c><01:08:00.559><c> me</c> my own benefits, and it required me my own benefits, and it required me
Committee:
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Science, Technology and Energy (01/21/2025)
Science, Technology and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> landscape the recurring requirement landscape the recurring requirement promotes<02:37:42.640><c
- </c><02:52:12.080><c> as</c><02:52:12.200><c> if</c> contains a requirement as if contains a requirement
- </c> of the bill says that it would require of the bill says that it would require you<02:53:07.720><
- I think it's democracy-enhancing to do that. requirement put in place yes but uh as I requirement put
- </c><04:48:07.878><c> three</c> that it would require three that it would require three Commissioners
Committee:
House Science, Technology and Energy
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Water Topics Overview Committee Jun 10th, 2026
Water Topics Overview Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Our water development plan is statutorily required.
- Water development plan participation as a requirement.
- What kind of mitigation is required? We do have some.
- Some of the specs are required by FEMA. Some of the specs are required by the Corps.
- freeboard minimum that they are requiring.
Committee:
Joint Water Topics Overview Committee
Summary:
The Water Topics Overview Committee met to review several interim studies and receive updates from the Department of Water Resources. The committee approved the March 26, 2026 minutes, observed a moment of silence for the late Representative Conmy, and welcomed Representative Hansen to the committee. Staff then reported that the watershed management study and the stormwater/wastewater study had both satisfied the presentation requirements in their study directives, with no further required testimony unless members wanted additional information.
The department’s main presentation focused on major water projects and agency operations. Reese Haas and staff updated members on the NAWS project, the Southwest Pipeline Project, Devils Lake outlet operations, low-head dam safety work, floodplain management repository implementation, data center water use, and the 2027 Water Development Plan. Members asked detailed questions about NAWS funding sources, remaining project costs, capacity concerns for All Seasons and other users, and whether current construction is being designed for future demand. The department said NAWS remains on track for substantial completion by October, that remaining NAWS funding will come from a mix of federal, state, and local sources, and that current construction is designed for ultimate capacity while some future components will be adjusted for increased demand.
A large portion of the meeting was devoted to the department’s cash management, Resources Trust Fund revenues, carryover balances, and the State Water Commission’s cost-share program. The department reported $340.6 million in carryover remaining, explained that much of it is already obligated to long-term projects, and noted that oil price forecasts and stripper-well exemptions will affect future revenues. Members raised concerns about large carryovers, affordability for local sponsors, and whether the state should continue obligating money multiple bienniums ahead. The department said it is working with the commission on a revised prioritization framework, including high/moderate/low project categories and a two-tier pre-construction/construction approach, to better manage obligations and affordability.
The committee also reviewed Deloitte’s finalized studies on regional governance/finance and cost-share policy. Deloitte presented options for Southwest, NAWS, and Red River governance, with stakeholders generally favoring keeping NAWS largely as is, using the current Southwest model with improvements, and pursuing a more structured governance option for Red River. On cost share, the department said Deloitte’s recommended package would cover projected needs through the 2030s, but would require policy changes such as lower percentages for some project types, a 25% replacement-project rate with a cap, and possible bonding or delayed reimbursement strategies. No votes were taken on these policy questions, and the chair indicated the committee would continue the discussion at future basin meetings and the September Water Topics meeting.
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Water Topics Overview Committee Jun 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Our water development plan is statutorily required.
- This was required by the 2013 legislature.
- What kind of mitigation is required? We do have some..."
- Some of the specs are required by FEMA. Some of the specs are required by the Corps.
- freeboard minimum that they're requiring.
Summary:
The Water Topics Overview Committee met to receive interim status updates on several water-related studies and Department of Water Resources projects. The committee approved the March 26, 2026 minutes, observed a moment of silence for the late Representative Conmy, and then heard updates on the watershed management study and the stormwater/wastewater study. Staff reported that the committee had already received the testimony contemplated in the study plans, including input from state agencies, local governments, and out-of-state entities, and that any further action would be at the committee’s discretion.
The Department of Water Resources then provided project and budget updates on NAWS and the Southwest Pipeline Project. Reese reported NAWS is expected to serve about 81,000 users, with a total projected cost of about $571 million and about $96 million remaining, while the Southwest Pipeline Project is estimated at $1.06 billion total with about $409 million remaining. Members asked about funding sources, capacity needs, and whether current and future construction is being designed for increased demand; department staff said current work is designed for ultimate capacity, but some future components may need redesign based on new requests. The committee also discussed local cost shares, Minot’s role in NAWS funding, and whether the system is adequate for peak demand.
A major portion of the meeting focused on the department’s cash management, carryover, and long-term water funding outlook. The department said Resources Trust Fund revenues are tied to oil extraction taxes and are affected by stripper well exemptions and future oil price declines. Members expressed concern about large carryover balances and whether the state is obligating more money than can realistically be spent in a biennium. The department reported about $340.6 million in remaining carryover and said it is trying to reduce that through a two-tier pre-construction/construction process and closer project vetting.
The department also summarized the Deloitte studies on regional governance and finance and on cost-share policy. Stakeholders generally favored keeping the current governance structures for NAWS and Southwest with improvements, while Red River stakeholders leaned toward a different option; the department said it will bring an implementation plan back in September. On cost share, Deloitte’s recommendations would reduce some percentages, prioritize projects differently, and use other measures to close a projected long-term funding gap. Members debated affordability, local burden, deferred maintenance, and whether statutory changes may be needed to allow the commission more flexibility in prioritizing and funding projects. No formal votes or final actions were taken beyond approving the minutes and receiving the updates.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 04/13/26
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- defending its brand, requiring defending its brand, requiring additional<00:43:06.520><c> legal</c><
- </c> assumption that this did not uh require assumption that this did not uh require a<01:00:27.880><
- And does it sort of circumvent any local licensing requirements?
- So like the city licensing requirements?
- </c><01:04:04.280><c> or</c> the city of Minneapolis's requirement or the city of Minneapolis's requirement
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 063 Mar 18th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This does require a two-thirds vote to pass.
- ,</c><00:38:54.320><c> local</c> advertising, vendor requirements, local advertising, vendor requirements
- But it looks like, in looking through the law, that is not actually required.
- Um, that that is not actually required.
- And eliminate reporting requirements.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh section five requires um credit.
- c><00:03:21.360><c> to</c> six requires county auditors to six requires county auditors to determine<
- > require other require other parts<00:14:35.839><c> of</c><00:14:35.920><c> the</c><00:14:36.000><c>
- ,</c> application process, the requirements, application process, the requirements, the<00:19:48.520>
- c> you now, this the new requirement that you now, this the new requirement that 50%<00:58:09.400><c>
Committee:
Senate Taxes
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- We have strong reporting requirements.
- And I think you know requirements.
- We have built in requirements.
- So it's not required to go statutes on.
- And we've talked and heard requirement.
Committee:
Senate Finance
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on State and Local Government - 02/27/25
State and Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill would increase that threshold to a million dollars in order to require an annual audit.
- </c><00:01:41.200><c> to</c> cost the current threshold required to cost the current threshold required
- </c><00:01:50.479><c> an</c> million dollar in order to require an million dollar in order to require
- Who would be required to get an audit in under this bill in those cases?
- It requires constant monitoring and management.
Committee:
Senate State and Local Government
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Aug 19th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This requires 41 votes. The Majority Leader is asking for a no vote. Mr.
- It is an onerous process that requires an application submitted under penalty of perjury.
- This measure does not eliminate reporting requirements.
- This measure does not eliminate reporting requirements.
- This bill amends the Health and Safety Code to require...
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Select Committee on Community Economic Mobility and Investment Aug 5th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- It requires us to put our gloves down and to figure out how we could work together.
- I wanted to dig in a little bit regarding the work requirements that are coming from HR1.
- I wanted to dig in a little bit regarding the work requirements that are coming from HR1.
- And sometimes it requires more than just financial contributions or support.
- I will now have work requirements.
Summary:
The select committee on Community Economic Mobility and Investment heard testimony on how California can support inclusive economic development through coordinated workforce, education, nonprofit, and industry partnerships. Chair Arambula opened by emphasizing that rural, low-income, and historically underinvested communities often face the greatest barriers to accessing state resources, and that the hearing would focus on successful collaboration models, the role of training and higher education, and future opportunities tied to economic mobility and social determinants of health.
Witnesses from the California Workforce Association, Fresno State, and NextGen Policy described local and regional workforce systems in the Central Valley and beyond. They highlighted examples such as apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs, employer-led partnerships, on-the-job training, support for women entering construction, programs for justice-involved and opportunity youth, and the need to braid federal, state, philanthropic, and private funding. Several speakers stressed that local workforce boards, community colleges, adult education, labor organizations, and community-based groups are best positioned to identify regional labor needs and that California should fund systems, not just individual grants, especially as federal workforce funding has declined and new work requirements tied to HR 1 and AI-related labor shifts create added pressure.
A second panel focused on the Community Economic Mobility Initiative as a statewide model. Sierra Health Foundation and its partners said CME has helped community organizations build capacity, pursue more than $400 million in grants and contracts, and attract about $178 million back into California communities. Speakers from Siskiyou Economic Development Council, Fresno EDC, Edge Collaborative, and Líderes Campesinas gave examples of place-based projects in rural and urban regions, including business innovation centers, community-owned development, bioeconomy and restoration projects, subsidized employment, and farmworker-led cooperatives. They argued that long-term, locally driven investment produces stronger regional economies and better health outcomes, and urged the Legislature to provide durable funding and policy support rather than short-term extensions. No formal votes or committee actions were taken in the portion provided.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Subcommittee No. 2 on Resources, Environmental Protection and Energy Apr 16th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I wonder, all of this work will require a substantial amount of money.
- CCC funding, which requires a critical mass of Corps members earning reimbursement on fee-for-service
- It's actually in the mandate, in our PRC, that the only requirements to serve is that... ...that the
- only requirements to serve is that you have a willingness to serve and a willingness to do hard work,
- may change how much time is required for each inspection, and that may require revisiting the program's
Summary:
The subcommittee met to discuss several California Conservation Corps (CCC) and Cal Fire budget proposals, with no votes taken and all items held open for a future hearing. The CCC overview highlighted the program’s 50th anniversary, its statewide conservation, disaster response, education, and workforce development work, and its funding mix of General Fund and fee-for-service reimbursements. Members praised the program’s impact on young adults and communities, and asked about revenue sources, partnerships, recruitment, and outcomes for Corps members after service.
A major CCC item was reopening and staffing the Greenwood Residential Center in El Dorado County. The department said the center is needed to restore local wildfire and fuel-break capacity, especially when winter road closures limit access to other facilities. The LAO said the proposal has merit but suggested the Legislature consider lower-cost alternatives, such as using fewer new Corps members or delaying opening, given the budget condition. The committee also discussed a proposal to move CCC hand crews to a seven-day wildfire readiness schedule; the department argued this is needed to match Cal Fire’s year-round operations and reduce chronic staffing gaps, while the LAO recommended considering partial funding or other cost-saving options.
Cal Fire’s department overview focused on year-round wildfire response, vegetation management, community preparedness, and the 66-hour workweek rollout. Members asked about contract counties, federal partnerships, reforestation capacity, and the use of cap-and-invest and General Fund dollars amid structural deficits. Cal Fire said its nursery capacity is far below reforestation needs and relies on public-private partnerships, and it described reimbursements for work on federal lands. The committee also discussed defensible space inspections, with Cal Fire seeking permanent staffing to replace temporary positions and maintain its goal of 250,000 inspections annually; the LAO suggested alternatives such as different funding mixes, a reinstated SRA fee, or one-time funding.
Finally, the committee heard a request to increase Cal Fire’s fixed-wing pilot and mechanic contract. Cal Fire said the larger, more complex aircraft fleet and year-round fire season require more pilots and maintainers, and that contracting provides flexibility and avoids some benefit costs. The LAO said the proposal addresses significant health and safety concerns and merits consideration, while members questioned whether in-house staffing or longer contract terms might be more cost-effective. Throughout the hearing, members emphasized wildfire risk, budget pressures, and the need to balance public safety with fiscal discipline.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Apr 15th, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Provided, however, that upon demand by the owner or the person, Shall be required.
- Again, there's no explicit waiver in that statute of a warrant requirement.
- Where it explicitly says no warrant is required.
- And then there's that language that says for that purpose, there's no warrant required.
- So the underlying bill currently requires...
Summary:
The Senate considered a broad environmental bond bill with amendments touching climate resilience, coastal infrastructure, housing, plastics, wildlife protection, and public health. Early in the debate, Senator Keenan withdrew an amendment to fund the Massachusetts Healthy Homes Program, explaining that the program had been enacted without funding and that he hoped to secure money through the budget process instead. The Senate then adopted his amendment banning hotels from providing plastic toiletry packaging. The chamber also debated and rejected a Republican amendment to remove the paper bag fee; supporters argued the 10-cent charge would burden working families, while opponents said it was a necessary environmental measure. The amendment failed on a standing vote, 5-10.
Several environmental and coastal amendments were adopted, including measures on ocean acidification and nutrient pollution, a statewide carbon sequestration goal that includes salt marshes and seagrasses, a study of banning polystyrene, restrictions on rodenticides with local control and emergency-use exceptions, and indoor air quality improvements. Senators also approved amendments to create a Massachusetts Climate Bank, establish a trust fund and on-site housing for the Manuel F. Corrella State Forest on Martha’s Vineyard, increase the Douglas State Forest entry fee from $1 to $2, and clarify procedures and oversight for housing priority projects. Some proposals were withdrawn, including a special commission on resilient urban coasts and a conservation commission proposal, while others were rejected, including a local-priority housing confirmation amendment and a warrantless-entry amendment that raised Fourth Amendment concerns.
The Senate also adopted a series of coastal resilience and permitting amendments, including streamlined permitting for urban coastal projects, a pilot for nature-based solutions, dredging and sand placement in general permits, and a Salisbury Beach trust fund clarification. A New Bedford state pier redevelopment amendment and a harbor protection amendment were adopted, as were amendments related to public and private water utility reporting and equitable representation. The session concluded with notice that only two amendments remained before a roll call, followed by an adjournment in memory of James A. Jim Sheets, former Quincy mayor and educator.