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• purposes, the value of these models comes from the fact that they use data on past construction to forecast
• the The value of these models comes from the fact that they use data on past construction to forecast

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Summary: The Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee heard several housing-related bills, with most of the discussion focused on streamlining housing production, preserving affordable housing, and reducing barriers to ADUs and EV charging in HOAs. SB 457 would direct HCD to develop statistical formulas based on historical development data to help cities complete housing element site inventories; supporters said it would replace costly parcel-by-parcel analysis with a more realistic, data-driven approach, while the California Building Industry Association raised concerns. SB 1091 would create a Community Anti-Displacement and Preservation Program to help acquire and preserve unsubsidized affordable rental housing; it drew broad support from housing nonprofits, local governments, and committee members who emphasized prevention and preservation, and it was advanced with a motion and second. SB 1117 would clarify that ADU impact fees above 750 square feet are charged only on the portion above that threshold; supporters said current practice creates a fee cliff that discourages ADUs, while cities, counties, special districts, and fire groups opposed it over infrastructure and service funding concerns. The committee members were split, but the bill ultimately advanced on a 10-0 vote with two not voting. The committee also considered SB 904, which would codify and expand reporting and coordination practices used after wildfire disasters to speed rebuilding and identify permitting or code barriers. The author and supporters argued that future wildfire recoveries should not depend on ad hoc executive orders, while some members questioned whether the bill was duplicative of existing streamlining laws; it passed on a roll call after discussion. SB 1267 would require EV charger installers in HOAs to indemnify associations during installation and make homeowners liable for costs arising from use of a privately owned charger; HOA representatives and EV advocates supported it, the California Association of Realtors said it would remove opposition once amendments were in print, and the bill advanced unanimously. SB 1361 would prevent local governments from taking actions to avoid SB 79 transit-oriented housing requirements at existing or planned transit stops; L.A. Metro, labor groups, and housing advocates supported it as protecting transit investments and jobs, while the City of Burbank opposed it, and it was approved on a 9-0 vote. The committee also took up consent items SB 722 and SB 1426, which were approved without controversy.

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• Senate File Number 4282, a bill for an act relating to forecast adjustments, making forecast adjustments

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• This is over the forecasted amount, and this supplement is meant to cushion the loss of revenue and mitigate
• Have we forecasted So it's steadily increasing when we get to the voucher program with that $700 million

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• And, and this uh forecast is assuming that the current trajectory is about 65.
• With long term forecasts. We're doing that now.

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• it relates to bill analysis, labor workforce development, and EDD related to data accuracy and forecasting
• It's critical that we're efficient, so we've embraced AI at every level, from looking at forecasting

Summary: The subcommittee held an informational budget hearing covering several GovOps, CDT, CPPA, and DGS items. GovOps reported that most deliverables under the Governor’s generative AI executive order have been completed, including guidelines, procurement tools, community-impact guidance, and a new project delivery lifecycle for Gen AI projects; one workforce-related deliverable remains. Members and public commenters raised concerns about privacy, labor impacts, and how the state will explain and oversee Gen AI use. The committee also heard a proposal to create a California Education Interagency Council with $5 million ongoing and 16 positions to coordinate workforce and education systems; LAO questioned duplication and recommended limited-term funding, while supporters said a neutral convening body is needed to improve coordination and student outcomes. GoServe presented the College Corps budget proposals, describing the program as a paid service and career-development opportunity for undergraduate students that helps reduce college costs while supporting communities through tutoring, food insecurity work, climate and disaster response, and other service. The administration sought one-time and ongoing funding to expand the program to more campuses and students, while LAO objected to the high administrative costs and recommended rejection. Several students and alumni testified that College Corps provided financial support, professional experience, and career pathways. The committee also heard a $5 million proposal for a Belonging Campaign to address loneliness and social isolation through research, outreach, and local grants; LAO said the proposal lacked clear goals and measures, while supporters said the effort is needed for youth, seniors, and community resilience. The Department of Technology updated the Middle Mile Broadband Initiative, saying construction is underway on the statewide open-access network and the project remains on track for the 2026 deadline, though LAO noted a required business plan had not yet been submitted. The California Privacy Protection Agency presented its Delete Act implementation request for the DROP platform, which will let consumers request deletion of personal information held by data brokers; LAO flagged oversight concerns because CDT is both developing the system and involved in project support. Public commenters from business groups urged caution on CPPA’s rulemakings, warning of compliance costs and job impacts. The Department of General Services then discussed implementation of Proposition 2 school facilities bonds, requesting staffing and administrative funding to manage the new bond program and continue school facility work. Officials said the program can also help districts affected by the January wildfires, including interim site funding and expedited assistance. Finally, DGS requested authority and positions to operate Building 18 for labor-agency tenants relocating from older Capitol Mall space; SEIU Local 1000 criticized the state’s four-day return-to-office policy and said telework has improved productivity and retention. No formal votes were taken; the hearing concluded after public testimony and member questions on each item.

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• Service Commission to approve storm protection plans specifically requiring such plans to have a forecasted
• customer benefit exceeding the forecasted cost and whether the cost of implementing the plan is reasonable

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• today, my competencies are in finance, and while I participate in their aggregate analysis and forecasting
• today, my competencies are in finance, and while I participate in their aggregate analysis and forecasting

Summary: The committee met to review agency program funding as it prepared to build the budget, hearing brief presentations from six agencies and then taking member questions. Florida Division of Emergency Management highlighted its role in response, preparedness, recovery, and mitigation, describing a largely federal pass-through budget, major technology investments, and large disaster and preparedness grant activity. The Department of Commerce, Department of State, Florida Housing Finance Corporation, Department of Transportation, Department of Military Affairs, Florida State Guard, and Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles also summarized their budgets, staffing, and major programs, including workforce and economic development, elections and arts funding, housing assistance, transportation work programs, military readiness, state guard expansion, and highway safety and motorist services. Members focused questions on several issues: arts and library grant funding and whether award criteria had changed; Commerce’s rural infrastructure and job growth grants and why funds were not being disbursed faster; Florida Housing’s use of SAIL, Live Local, Hometown Heroes, and SHIP funds and how smaller agencies learn about and access funding; and DOT’s work program gap between agency and governor proposals. The most extensive questioning was directed to Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles about long DMV lines, vacancies, overtime, staffing shortages, and the ability to shift funds between divisions. The department said staffing and pay constraints, especially in South Florida, were driving service delays and vacancy rates, and that overtime was being used because troopers were leaving for better-paying jobs. The Florida State Guard was also questioned about its spending and procurement pace, including aircraft purchases and facilities. Its director said long procurement timelines explained the low initial spending and that obligations had risen sharply as contracts matured. Members also asked about the department’s public opposition to Amendment 3 and whether agency resources were used in that effort; the director said no contracts or purchases were made to influence the vote and said the colonel’s comments were made off the clock. The meeting ended with the chair asking agencies to respond promptly to unanswered questions, and the committee adjourned without any recorded votes or formal actions beyond receiving the presentations and questions.

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• One thing we do, maybe it's unique to our county, I'm not sure, is create a five-year forecast of expenses
• We create a five-year forecast of expenses to give to our BOCC, the Board of County Commissioners, to

Summary: The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee met to review how county budgets are developed and how constitutional officers fit into that process. Davin Suggs of the Florida Association of Counties gave an overview of county budgeting, explaining the statutory framework, the role of property taxes and TRIM notices, the fiscal-year timeline, fund balances and reserves, and the Department of Revenue’s oversight. He emphasized that county budgets include the board’s budget plus the budgets of constitutional officers, and that relationships and communication are critical to resolving budget issues. A panel of constitutional officers then described their offices’ budget processes and responsibilities: Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons discussed law enforcement budgeting and the importance of negotiated agreements with county commissions; Alachua County Property Appraiser Aisha Solomon explained the June 1 budget deadline, valuation methods, and the appeal process for property assessments; Manatee County Clerk and Comptroller Angelina Coleniso outlined the clerk’s court and finance duties, the county-side budget process, and the clerk’s personal liability under section 129.09 for unlawful expenditures; Leon County Supervisor of Elections Mark Early described the cyclical nature of election costs, staffing, equipment, and the impact of turnout and election law changes; and Columbia County Tax Collector Kyle Keene explained that tax collectors’ budgets are reviewed by the Department of Revenue, with fee offices funding themselves through service charges and budget offices relying on county support. Members asked about personal liability for unlawful spending, conflicts between clerks and county commissions, property valuation and storm damage adjustments, reserve levels, and whether tax collectors can retain excess fees. Responses noted that clerks must refuse illegal expenditures, property appraisers use market-based assessments with VAB and court review available, counties should maintain healthy fund balances for cash flow and emergencies, and tax collectors generally must zero out year-end balances and distribute excess revenues to taxing authorities. The committee took no votes and adjourned after thanking the panelists for their testimony.

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• I know the state's economic forecast is difficult, particularly in the next biennium.
• I know the state's economic forecast is difficult, particularly in the next biennium.
• I know the state's economic forecast is difficult, particularly in the next biennium.
• I know the state's economic forecast is difficult, particularly in the next biennium.
• Is this a forecasted program? Kyle, yes, this is a forecasted program. Well, thank you, Mr. Chair.

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• We'll learn more about that Thursday, I understand, as well, with the release of the budget forecast
• We'll learn more about that Thursday, I understand, as well, with the release of the budget forecast
• We'll learn more about that Thursday, I understand, as well, with the release of the budget forecast
• We'll learn more about that Thursday, I understand, as well, with the release of the budget forecast
• release of the uh the budget forecast release of the uh the budget forecast for<00:13:20.800>

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• We haven't got the forecast yet, and it looks like you're increasing stuff anyway.
• um forecast um forecast yet<00:27:07.480> and<00:27:08.480> but<00:27:08.640> it
• First of all, I think recognizing the constraints in the initial forecast, and frankly even prior to
• And given the budget forecasts that we're, and Senator Green already alluded to this, we have proposed
• And given the budget forecasts that we're, and Senator Green already alluded to this, we have proposed

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• centers that are coming up, but then finding ways of either generation that you can provide or forecasted
• centers that are coming up, but then finding ways of either generation that you can provide or forecasted
• And I think that gets back to square one, which is how are we building our forecasts of load growth in
• individual utility-by-utility basis, and I think resource plans are a great place to dig into the forecast
• dig into the modeling into the forecast dig into the modeling and<01:08:02.240> then<01:08:02.599

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• Functions as basic as it is important, such as economic forecasting, auditing, and government accountability

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• He then gave an example from Claremont, where the forecast was for a very hot day, and students, teachers
• where um the forecast no doubt was<05:43:25.160> was<05:43:25.280> going<05:43:25.400>
• is because I I can remember you forecast is because I I can remember you years<05:44:07.320> about
• <05:44:17.320> was<05:44:17.718> that<05:44:17.920> by morning but the forecast
• was that by morning but the forecast was that by midday<05:44:18.558> there<05:44:18.680>

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Summary: The committee opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and noted weather-related absences and a large number of new bills. The chair said a subcommittee would be formed to review three cell phone bills, and a full committee work session on bullying would be scheduled for the week after next. The committee then began a hearing on House Bill 121, which would create local special education advisory councils in school districts. Representative Glenn Cordelli, the sponsor, said the councils would be parent-driven, with parents of children with disabilities advising districts on education, safety, program development, evaluation, planning, policies, and communication with administrators. He said the bill would require at least quarterly meetings with district administration, an annual parent workshop, and a year-end report to the school board. He also cited federal guidance from the U.S. Department of Education on parent advisory councils and said the goal was to improve collaboration between parents and schools. Members raised questions about the use of “shall,” how councils would be formed in districts without PTAs/PTOs, whether the councils could function in very small districts, privacy concerns about parents disclosing their children’s disabilities, whether the councils should include guardians or educational professionals, and whether the councils would have any direct tie to the state advisory council. The sponsor said the requirement was intended to make the councils mandatory, that local districts could organize them organically if needed, that participation would be voluntary, that parents would not be required to disclose private information, and that the councils would remain advisory rather than determinative. He also said costs should be minimal. Testimony then began from Nicole Sheath, a pediatric occupational therapist and parent of four children with disabilities, who described her experience balancing advocacy, school collaboration, and the demands of her children’s therapies and education.

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• One is that next week we're hoping to hold a joint hearing on the February forecast, which is coming
• We're trying to work out a joint one with the House, but it'll either be a joint one or Senate-only forecast
• 14:25.920> only either be a joint one or Senate only either be a joint one or Senate only forecast
• 27.080> next<01:14:27.360> week<01:14:28.199> and<01:14:28.480> also forecast
• hearing next week and also forecast hearing next week and also because<01:14:29.600> um<01:14

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• Functions as basic and as important as economic forecasting, auditing, and government accountability.

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• While I'm not into the business of making economic forecasts, it's reasonable to say that inflation will
• As with electricity, effective forecasting, planning, and investment can address concerns while preserving
• I think similar tools for any kind of forecasting on the water side, well, I may not have specifics just
• Several districts emphasized the importance of improving communication, forecasting, and information
• so that future... importance of improving communication, forecasting, and information sharing so that

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• :04.880> February the costs according to the February the costs according to the February forecast
• :06.079> That's<00:43:06.560> um<00:43:06.720> what<00:43:06.880> we forecast
• That's um what we forecast.
• yeah, we just wanted to make sure that we heard these proposals and heard the updates after the forecast
• updates after the forecast. Thank you. updates after the forecast. Thank you.

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• quantitatively evaluate alternative wildfire risk mitigation actions to develop a wildfire risk baseline and forecast

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• ability to serve our constituents every day: functions as basic as IT and as important as economic forecasting

Summary: The Florida House convened in Special Session 2025B after recording a quorum and reading the joint proclamation calling the session from January 27 to January 29, 2025. Speaker Perez outlined the special-session process, including canceling regular committee meetings, distributing notebooks with the call, the bill to be filed by Representative McClure, and the bill analysis, and creating three select committees on illegal immigration to hear HB 1B later that day. He also announced a new process for reviewing vetoed appropriations through combined workgroups, beginning with legislative budget vetoes. The House then took up the governor’s veto of portions of HB 5001, the 2024 appropriations act. After reading the governor’s communication, Representative Kennedy moved to reinstate specific appropriation 2802 and its related proviso on page 412, describing it as legislative services support funding needed for IT, forecasting, auditing, and accountability functions. The motion passed 111-0. Kennedy then moved to reinstate specific appropriation 2803 and its related proviso, described as the second line item for legislative support services, and that motion also passed 111-0. No Senate messages, committee reports, reconsiderations, or bills on the calendar were reported. The House then adopted a motion to adjourn and reconvene Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., or upon the call of the chair.