Transcript Highlights:

• And then the same entity who was found of this fraud, I'm sorry, obtaining that money fraudulently came
• audit came through, much smaller program, and there was fraud, and I asked again how many of these entities
• entities entities were<00:15:10.480><c> suspected</c><00:15:11.040><c> or</c><00:15:11.360><c> committed
• c><00:15:45.279><c> many</c><00:15:46.399><c> of</c><00:15:46.639><c> these</c><00:15:46.880><c> entities
• </c><00:15:47.680><c> that</c> again, how many of these entities that again, how many of these entities

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The House debated a motion to suspend the rules so House File 3843 could be recalled from committee and given second and third readings for final passage. The bill, carried by Representative Baker and supported by Representative Niska, would create a subcommittee of the governor’s workforce development board to vet nonprofit and other applicants for workforce development dollars, with the legislature retaining final authority. Supporters argued the proposal would add an extra layer of scrutiny, reduce fraud risk, and help prevent problems like those highlighted in recent reporting and past nonprofit funding scandals. Supporters repeatedly tied the bill to concerns about fraud in state grantmaking, citing the Feeding Our Future scandal and other nonprofit cases as examples of why more oversight is needed. Representative Baker said the committee process can be overwhelmed by many direct-appropriation requests at the end of session, and that a board-based vetting process would help identify red flags. Representative Enen and Representative Schultz also backed the motion, saying the bill would improve accountability and protect taxpayer dollars. Representative Pinto opposed the urgency motion, saying he supports moving toward more competitive grants but not adding another layer of bureaucracy without a fiscal note or fuller committee process. He argued the bill would not do what supporters claimed and that the legislature already makes funding decisions. After debate, the House took a roll call vote on the motion to suspend the rules. The motion failed by one vote, 67 yeas to 66 nays.

Transcript Highlights:

• Removing the repeal of HRS 237-27 on page 62, section 18, and including language to require any entity
• Removing the repeal of HRS 237-27 on page 62, section 18, and including language to require any entity
• Removing the repeal of HRS 237-27 on page 62, section 18, and including language to require any entity
• Removing the repeal of HRS 237-27 on page 62, section 18, and including language to require any entity
• </c> including language to require any entity including language to require any entity claiming<00:15

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony and then took up House Bill 1369, which would repeal several tax credits and exemptions, including the renewable fuels production tax credit. Testimony was overwhelmingly opposed: Hawaii Gas, the Hawaii Renewable Fuels Coalition, and the Tax Foundation all raised concerns, with opponents arguing the renewable fuels credit has supported major local investment, cleaner fuel production, and energy resilience, while Hawaii Gas warned repeal would raise costs for customers. The Department of Taxation said it did not take a position but provided revenue estimates, saying the bill would increase revenues by about $33.8 million in FY 2026 and $121.7 million in FY 2027; DBEDT said it would follow up on broader economic impacts. The chair proposed a series of amendments that removed some repeals, added five-year sunsets to certain exemptions, narrowed or conditioned others, and tied the renewable fuels exemption to a dollar-for-dollar match for renewable fuel production certified by the state energy officer. The committee recommended passage with amendments, and the motion was adopted with multiple members voting with reservations. The committee then moved through a series of other measures. HB 159, HB 244, HB 280, HB 316, HB 716, HB 1298, and HB 1295 were recommended for passage, with HB 1295 amended to change a date to 2050. HB 455 was amended to remove the Hawaii Startup Business Loan Program language and instead fund DBEDT contracting for startup financing and support, excluding businesses already eligible for the community-based economic development loan program. HB 504 was amended to add non-recurring appropriations for the Hawaii Tourism Authority, conditioned on formal commitments to purchase local products under the HRS 27-8 timeline; members discussed the cruise passenger tax and where the revenue would go, and the bill was passed with amendments. HB 606 was amended to recognize DHHL authority over mercantile projects licenses, remove some reporting requirements, and replace the appropriation with $25 million for mercantile projects and $25 million for repair and maintenance. HB 1378 was amended to allow the foundation to enter public-private partnerships, adjust appropriation language, and cap a proposed limit at $15 million, with the committee noting the changes addressed concerns raised in testimony from BNF and the attorney general. HB 974 was deferred indefinitely because the House had already passed SB 1501. Finally, HB 1007 was amended to rename the transit-oriented development infrastructure district program as the transit-oriented community improvement program, consolidate the boards into one, expand board membership, add conflict-of-interest provisions, and allow legislative designation of areas; after discussion about HCDA’s role and the stadium district, the measure was adopted with one reservation.

Transcript Highlights:

• auditor, produces an annual report every year with their findings and recommendations by the agency or entity
• auditor, produces an annual report every year with their findings and recommendations by the agency or entity
• auditor, produces an annual report every year with their findings and recommendations by the agency or entity
• annual review, for example, I serve on several boards of trustees. recommendations by the agency or entity
• recommendations by the agency or entity that<00:14:52.000><c> they</c><00:14:52.240><c> audited</c><

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• And so those are primarily the two entities that we have available to us, three capacities.
• recommendation to be able to actually construct, fundraise, [and be] the outward-facing part of this entity
• Or they might say, hey, when are we going to get to tell you what we think is the right type of entity
• Or they might say, hey, when are we going to get to tell you what we think is the right type of entity
• These organizations and entities are very public-facing, and maybe we can do an email out to them.

Summary: The commission met to approve prior minutes, hear updates on funding and deadline extensions, and continue planning for a Cape Verdean Culture Center/Museum in Boston. Members reviewed the commission’s charge, including developing an organizational structure, governance model, feasibility study, community engagement plan, and possible nonprofit structure. The minutes from the March 11 meeting were approved after a motion and second, with one noted correction about duplicate section numbering. A major discussion focused on legislative and budget options to extend the commission’s deadline from December 31, 2026 to December 31, 2027 and to preserve or secure funding for a feasibility study and related work. Legislators said an amendment to the fair share budget was not accepted, but they would continue looking for a vehicle such as the regular budget, supplemental budget, or another bill. Members also discussed the possibility of future earmarks or bond funding, and the need to fill a current vacancy on the commission. The bulk of the meeting was a brainstorming session on community engagement. Commissioners supported a three-part approach involving site visits, listening sessions, and outreach at existing Cape Verdean events, with added emphasis on social media, a website, surveys, canvassing, and other tools to reach people across the diaspora. Members suggested prioritizing locations such as New Bedford, Cape Cod, Boston, Brockton, and possibly Pawtucket, and discussed working with existing Cape Verdean organizations, museums, and historical groups. There was also discussion of best practices from other cultural institutions, the importance of historical accuracy and youth engagement, and whether to involve the Cape Verdean government after upcoming elections. The meeting ended with a motion to adjourn, which passed.

Transcript Highlights:

• like she said, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to issue an additional 12 licenses to entities
• Specifically, six licenses would be issued to entities within the city of Watsonville and the remaining
• six would be issued to entities within the communities of Aptos, Capitola, Live Oak, and Soquel.
• Collaborative on Race and Equity, where since 2017 we have worked with over 60 state government entities
• needed is durable and lasting codified infrastructure and guidance that will help employees and state entities

Summary: The committee heard several bills, with testimony largely focused on alcohol licensing, billboard maintenance, equity planning, and recognition of Eid as a state holiday. AB 2663 by Assembly Member Rogers would extend the sunset on the “Cocktails to Go” program for restaurants; supporters from the California Restaurant Association and the Distilled Spirits Council said it has been successful and should continue, while one member raised concerns about beach communities and open-container enforcement. The bill was amended to add an urgency clause so the sunset would not lapse on New Year’s Eve, and it passed the committee. AB 2099 by Assembly Member Mark Gonzalez would define “customary maintenance” for outdoor advertising displays, including replacement or reinforcement of structural components. Supporters said the bill would provide clarity and consistency for the industry and state agencies, while opponents from Humboldt County and environmental groups argued it could weaken local enforcement, make nonconforming billboards effectively permanent, and increase public-safety and environmental concerns. The measure passed to Appropriations. AB 2731 by Assembly Member Addis would authorize 12 additional alcohol licenses in Santa Cruz County, split between Watsonville and southern county communities; local officials said the current cap is inequitable and forces businesses onto an expensive secondary market. The bill was amended to limit issuance to no more than five licenses per year and passed to Appropriations. AB 2017 by Assembly Member Haney would recognize Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as state holidays and provide excused absences for students observing them. Support came from Muslim community organizations, public employees, and advocates who said the bill would improve inclusion and help students and workers observe their faith without penalty. Several committee members spoke in favor and asked to be added as coauthors, and the bill passed to the Committee on Public Employment and Retirement. AB 1823 by Assembly Member Jackson would require state agencies to incorporate racial equity into strategic plans and conduct racial equity analyses before budgets or regulations are implemented. Supporters said it would make equity efforts more durable and accountable, while some members opposed it; the bill passed to Appropriations. The committee also approved a consent calendar of multiple bills, and the meeting adjourned at 3:28 p.m.

Transcript Highlights:

• like she said, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to issue an additional 12 licenses to entities
• Specifically, six licenses would be issued to entities within the city of Watsonville and the remaining
• six would be issued to entities within the communities of Aptos, Capitola, Live Oak, and Soquel.
• Collaborative on Race and Equity, where since 2017 we have worked with over 60 state government entities
• needed is durable and lasting codified infrastructure and guidance that will help employees and state entities

Committee: House Governmental Organization

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• While there are several entities that have a statutory role in the state's real estate, it's the Office
• The Oklahoma Capitol Improvement Authority, a lending entity, can either lend from the legacy capital
• on a deal Yeah, so could somebody talk about the increase of going into that leasing with private entities
• you know 74s61.8, the Office of Management and Enterprise Services shall determine if the applicant entity
• federal government and other states, it is clear that better property decisions are made when one entity

Committee: Senate Oversight Committee for the Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency (LOFT)

Keywords: 914, all

Transcript Highlights:

• All of these entities, all of us together are what make the Minnesota Senate the special place that it
• All of these entities, all of us together are what make the Minnesota Senate the special place that it
• All of these entities, all of us together are what make the Minnesota Senate the special place that it
• All of these entities, all of us together are what make the Minnesota Senate the special place that it
• All of these entities, all of us together are what make the Minnesota Senate the special place that it

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• institutions of higher education, allowing Texas to reclaim oversight from private. non-governmental entities
• So that's why we require that this new entity has to be federally recognized before the schools transition
• That is what we want to have—a mix of higher education represented on that new TAA entity.
• Obviously, that could be winnowed down some because we allow other states to use our state accrediting entity
• So I think at the end of the day, this is putting Texas in control of accrediting entities that. are

Bills: SB1998 , SB646 , SB2786 , SB2076 , SB2615 , SB1961 , SB1418 , SB2647 , SB1322 , SB2788

Committee: Senate Education

Keywords: pediatrics, medical education, subsidiary, preceptorship, medical training, student programs, mental health, loan repayment, education funding, mental health professionals, healthcare access, Texas Success Initiative, exemption, public officers, employees, higher education, Capitol view, Austin, urban planning, construction

Transcript Highlights:

• The structure of having it in a special account that is to be used towards the mission of that entity
• towards the mission of<00:21:34.400><c> that</c><00:21:34.880><c> that</c> of that that of that that entity
• is some assistance the other is entity is some assistance the other is when<00:21:39.400><c> you've<
• She said their insurance did not cover anything for pandemic closures.
• lot of self-employed people who were not eligible for unemployment, and that their insurance did not cover

Committee: House State Government Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• We've heard from them, and the all-hands-on-deck approach of all the entities that you've spoken with
• We've heard from them, and the all-hands-on-deck of all the entities that you've spoken with, I'm feeling
• stewarding of tax dollars, again making sure we're accountable with federal government and other entities
• And again making sure we're accountable with federal government and other entities that fund.
• And again making sure we're accountable with federal government and other entities that fund.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Disaster Prevention and Resiliency Task Force opened its sixth meeting by approving the minutes and then taking up a presentation from University of Pikeville representatives and local leaders on an Eastern Kentucky Disaster Relief Center at Bear Mountain in Pike County. Speakers included Greg May, Rep. Ashley Tacket Laferty, Lori Worth, and Laura Damron. They described repeated flooding and other disasters in eastern Kentucky, the lack of a single prepared relief location, and the need for a centralized, elevated site that could serve as a flood and broader natural-disaster hub. The presenters said the Bear Mountain property, about 530 acres and well above flood levels, could support a multi-use facility combining disaster response functions with university and community uses. Proposed features included a command and communications center, distribution space, emergency shelter, medical and clinic support, food service, restroom facilities, RV hookups, and an indoor track/distribution building. They emphasized that the project would help avoid disrupting existing venues such as the Pikeville Expo Center and Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, while also supporting tourism and economic recovery. Committee members asked about community and emergency-management support, annual operating costs, and resilience standards such as tornado-related building codes. In response, the presenters said local stakeholders, including Appalachian Wireless, Pikeville Medical Center, Community Trust Bank, the city of Pikeville, and emergency management officials, had expressed support. They said the university planned to absorb some operating costs through multiple uses of the facility, community camps, and budgeted maintenance, and that construction documents were nearly complete with plans to begin building within months. After the presentation, the chair thanked the presenters and moved the committee into its recommendations discussion, noting the broader fiscal and humanitarian importance of disaster preparedness and resiliency and indicating that future legislation would likely follow from the task force’s work.

Transcript Highlights:

• There will be an oversight committee made up of a lot of different entities.
• The committee is made up of a lot of different entities, but they actually wanted a legislative one that
• It's made up of a lot of different entities.
• It's made up of a lot of different entities, but we actually wanted a legislative one that had the oversight

Summary: The Senate Health and Welfare Committee considered several RS drafts for introduction. RS 331-128, brought by Sen. Kelly Anthon, would amend Idaho law so chiropractors can prescribe certain vitamins, minerals, and fluids they are already authorized to administer, allowing them to purchase those items from pharmacies or distributors; it was moved to print. RS 33023, introduced by Sen. Mark Harris, would amend involuntary commitment law to include tribal health care facilities as acceptable holding sites and tribal police officers as peace officers for initial mental health crisis evaluations; it was also moved to print without opposition. RS 32893, introduced by Sen. Carl Birke, was described as a code cleanup bill removing outdated language from the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired statutes; the committee voted to print it. RS 32994, brought by Sen. Melissa Wintrow, would codify child visitation protections in cases of substantiated physical or sexual abuse and clarify that courts may consider a parent’s incarceration when termination of parental rights is sought; after a question about judicial feedback, it was moved to print and approved. The committee also heard RS 33184 from Sen. Julie Van Orden, which would establish the Idaho Rural Health Transformation Program and a legislative oversight committee to monitor use of anticipated federal rural health funds, including recommendations on subgrants and spending. Van Orden said the committee would ensure legislative oversight of how the money is distributed, with rural representation built into the membership. A senator asked whether this was the same as a governor-led task force referenced in budget language; Van Orden clarified that the bill creates a separate legislative oversight body, distinct from the governor’s application-related committee. The motion to introduce and print RS 33184 passed on a voice vote with one nay. The committee then adjourned, noting no meeting the next day, a Thursday meeting, and an upcoming hearing on the Department of Health and Welfare budget and programs.

Transcript Highlights:

• Governmental entities receive loans and grants from the state, and there are millions in billions of
• Chairman, addressed an issue dealing with those entities that had declared disaster, or where there was
• At the same time, these local governmental entities receive loans and grants from the state, and there
• There was an issue dealing with those entities that had declared disaster, or there was a disaster declared

Committee: Senate Local Government

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> you, NetChoice is the one is the entity you, NetChoice is the one is the entity and<00:04:51.760
• It's government regulating private entities that shouldn't be regulated, okay?
• It's government regulating private entities that shouldn't be regulated, okay?
• It's government regulating private entities that shouldn't be regulated, okay?
• It's government regulating private entities that shouldn't be regulated, okay?

Committee: Joint Judiciary, Division A

Keywords: Judiciary, Division A (Part 2) - Room 409, 3 March, 2026; 4:15 P.M., 925, all

Transcript Highlights:

• If for any reason, the individual sunset bills for these entities do not pass this session.
• Second, the bill addresses entities not subject to abolishment by extending their sunset review dates
• It does not substantially change the affected entity structure, authority, or responsibilities.
• And outlines an approach that's quite different from Sunset's typical process for reviewing entities
• So typically, Sunset holds an exit conference with an entity that's under review.

Committee: House Delivery of Government Efficiency

Transcript Highlights:

• So if they don't have an address now, they are at least an Idaho entity, and they are showing up as an
• Idaho entity.
• So they, if they don't have an address now, they are at least are an Idaho entity and they are showing
• up as an Idaho entity.

Committee: House Business

Summary: The Business Committee met with a quorum and first approved the February 13 minutes without objection. It then heard House Bill 750, which would create protections around “programmable money” by defining it and prohibiting issuers from requiring it without a free non-digital alternative or from denying transactions based on factors such as race, sex, religion, political views, speech, medical history, or browsing/purchase history. The sponsors said the bill is intended to prevent social-credit-style controls and does not ban cryptocurrency, stablecoins, or digital payments. Members generally supported the measure, with one member noting concerns about the bill’s length but reserving the right to revisit it on the floor. A motion to send HB 750 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation passed, and one outside witness said the bill addressed theoretical concerns and clarified that stablecoins were separate from the issue. The committee next considered House Bill 738, which would allow LLCs with home-based businesses to use a commercial registered agent’s address instead of their home address on public filings, while still requiring certain ownership information. The sponsor said the change is meant to protect privacy and reduce the risk of people showing up at home addresses, while improving reliability of service for legal and business notices. There was a brief question about whether the bill applied to S-corporations; the sponsor said it applies only to LLCs. The committee voted to send HB 738 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 648, a replacement bill related to parity for anti-cancer medications, including oral and intravenous treatments. The sponsor said the bill had been worked out with interested parties and advocates and was ready to move forward. The committee approved a motion to send HB 648 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation. The meeting then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• House Bill 292, an act relating to special purpose governmental entities. Representative Thomas.
• relating to special<00:13:29.200><c> purpose</c><00:13:29.600><c> governmental</c><00:13:30.240><c> entities
• </c> special purpose governmental entities. special purpose governmental entities.

Keywords: Video Starts 00:00 Convene 06:52 Motions, Petitions, and Communications 11:30 Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 12:27 Adjournment 23:47, 958, all

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• forms, and I'll use the Red Cross for an example, but we also have others that do not name a specific entity
• The proposed revision only applies to expressly named charitable entities.
• The proposed revision only applies to expressly named charitable entities and not nameless charities
• But the entities, in this case, we have no more that has been affected that makes distributions in Florida

Committee: Senate Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice met and considered five bills, all of which were reported favorably. The committee first heard SB 1168 by Senator Leek, which increases the penalty for unlawfully installing or using a tracking device or app on another person’s property when done in furtherance of a dangerous crime; an amendment broadened the bill to cover both furtherance of and commission of such crimes. The bill passed unanimously. The committee then approved SB 1286 by Senator Grall, clarifying that parents allowing children to engage in unsupervised activities like biking, walking, or playing outside does not by itself constitute child harm or neglect unless the conduct is reckless and endangers the child. That bill also passed without opposition. The committee next took up CS for SB 1198 by Senator DiCeglie, creating a new statute addressing fraudulent use of gift cards and setting penalties and guidelines for such conduct. Several organizations and businesses, including AARP, the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Walgreens, and the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, appeared in support, and the bill was reported favorably. The committee also heard SB 774 by Senator Wright, which requires clerks of court to electronically transmit certain involuntary mental health, substance abuse, and risk protection order paperwork to the county sheriff within six business hours after entry; the bill was presented in response to a fatal delay in serving an ex parte order in Volusia County. An amendment clarified the six-hour requirement applies to business hours, and the bill passed unanimously. Finally, the committee considered CS for SB 806 by Senator Yarbrough, which clarifies that the Florida Attorney General is the exclusive public official with standing to assert the rights of qualified beneficiaries in Florida charitable trusts. Senator Ruson raised concerns about whether the bill could limit out-of-state attorneys general and potentially affect litigation over trust distributions, but said he would support the bill while continuing discussions before Rules. The committee adopted the bill and it was reported favorably. Senator Simon later asked to be recorded in support of SB 1168 and SB 1286, and the meeting adjourned after no further business.

Transcript Highlights:

• Under current law, these entities submit transaction data only to local law ...sharing purposes.
• Under current law, these entities submit transaction data only to local law enforcement agencies, limiting
• accountability to make sure that we can prevent theft and fraud and things like that related to these entities
• working with everybody and ask for your support today. ...and things like that related to these entities
• that supports oversight, distinguishes compliant operators, and protects workers from fly-by-night entities

Committee: Senate Commerce and Tourism

Keywords: 999, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I think it covers a gamut of things.
• I think it<01:05:52.400><c> covers</c><01:05:52.880><c> a</c><01:05:53.200><c> gamut</c><01:05:53.520
• </c><01:05:54.880><c> um</c><01:05:55.119><c> a</c><01:05:55.760><c> you</c> it covers a gamut of things
• . um a you it covers a gamut of things. um a you deal<01:05:56.160><c> with</c><01:05:56.319><c> the<
• could get in or out, like an igloo. >> So, would you consider an igloo having walls or is it a single entity

Keywords: 1136, house, all