Transcript Highlights:

• Martin County is 1, and Midland County is another.
• So I think it is important to be a little loose in this and have some flexibility, and Martin County
• There's 7000 people in Martin County, 7000 people.
• You couldn't fund enough to do in Martin County, but you've got Big Spring on one side of it.

Bills: HB188, HB 265, HJR35

Keywords: emergency preparedness, flood-prone communities, Texas Rural Emergency Preparedness Fund, disaster relief, funding, youth camp, safety regulations, advisory committee, child welfare, health standards, summer camp, camp safety, child abuse reporting, child neglect, mandatory reporting, background check, criminal history check, sex offender registry, CPR training, first aid

Transcript Highlights:

• Martin County is one, and Midland County is the other one. ...and Midland County is another.
• Martin County is a great example of this.
• There are 7,000 people in Martin County, and yet it generated over a billion dollars in severance tax
• You couldn't fund enough to do everything needed in Martin County, but you've got Big Spring on one side

Bills: HB188, HB265, HJR35, HJR47, SB1901, HB188, HB265, HJR35

Keywords: Texas STRONG defense fund, severance tax revenue, oil and gas revenue, constitutional transfers, rainy day fund, economic stabilization fund, state highway fund, oil and gas production, qualifying county, county grants, water infrastructure, first responders, public safety, DPS staffing, commercial motor vehicle safety, gang violence prevention, human trafficking prevention, economic development, TxDOT grants, school districts

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• Martin Luther King.
• Martin Luther King Jr., Harriet Tubman, Maya Angelou, and countless others have paved the way for a more
• Martin Luther King Jr. to celebrate those who embody his philosophy and ideals.
• Elaine Batchelor. is the Chief Executive Officer of Martin Luther King Jr.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Austin Martin on Zoom? Yes, he is available on Zoom, and Gregory was in support.
• Aloha, my name is Austin Martin. I'm here with Young Americans for Liberty today.
• Aloha, Austin Martin here with the Libertarian Party of Hawaiʻi.
• Martin, prosecuting attorney for Maui County, in support.
• Department in support Andrew h Martin Department in support Andrew h Martin prosecuting<00:26:51.559

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint committees heard testimony on several fireworks-related bills. On HB 550, which would allow law enforcement to use drone recordings to establish probable cause for fireworks arrests in public areas and appropriate funds for drones, the Department of Law Enforcement and Honolulu Police Department supported the measure. The Public Defender and some public testifiers opposed it, arguing that a statute cannot mandate probable cause and that the bill raises constitutional concerns. A prosecutor later explained that the bill is intended to address Hawaiʻi case law, especially State v. Kit, which limits aerial surveillance over homes under the state constitution, and suggested that changing “shall” to “may” could reduce constitutional problems. Members also questioned whether current law already allows video evidence of fireworks violations and whether the bill was necessary. Testimony included both support and opposition from individuals and organizations, and no vote was taken during the hearing. The committees then heard HB 806, which would appropriate funds for the Department of Law Enforcement to conduct sting operations on Oʻahu to enforce fireworks laws. The department and police supported the bill, while the Libertarian Party of Hawaiʻi opposed it, arguing that fireworks are already illegal and that the measure adds unnecessary enforcement powers and constitutional risk. Committee members asked what “sting operation” means and whether the term should be defined more clearly; the department said it refers to police or criminal investigations involving deception and agreed a definition would help guide use of the funds. The department also said the funding would support training, storage, and other operational costs for undercover investigations. Finally, the committees heard HB 1483, a broader fireworks enforcement bill that would create an adjudication system for fireworks infractions, revise definitions and penalties, establish new offenses, and increase penalties when fireworks offenses cause injury or death. The Attorney General’s office strongly supported the bill, saying it would improve enforcement by clarifying definitions and allowing cases to be proven without particle testing or expert witnesses when fireworks leave no physical evidence. The Department of Law Enforcement also supported it. The Public Defender opposed the bill, focusing on the bill’s penalty enhancements for offenses that are rarely enforced and its concurrent trial provision, which it said raises problems because of the differences between civil and criminal proceedings. No final committee action or vote was reported in the transcript.

Transcript Highlights:

• As Kona Lio Martin said, you know, in a state where there is a whole question of the legality of all
• As Kona Lio Martin said, you know, in a state where there is a whole question of the legality of all
• And with that being said, the one thing I am so proud to see is Uncle Leo Martin today.
• And with that being said, the one thing I am so proud to see is Uncle Leo Martin today.
• In 1977, I was arrested on Kah... with Lio Martin.

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. HB 114, concerning employment in the State Historic Preservation Program, drew support from DLNR, which said the measure would help retain qualified archaeologists, architects, and other professionals by preserving current pay levels for a limited number of positions. Members raised concerns about expanding exempt positions and the effect on union coverage, and DLNR said it was also working with DEHRD on longer-term reclassification issues. No vote was taken on the bill in the portion provided. HB 12, relating to tort liability, drew strong opposition from the Hawaii Association for Justice, which argued the bill would create overly broad immunity for landowners, conflict with Hawaii’s comparative fault framework, and undermine existing recreational liability law. Supporters said it would reduce liability concerns and encourage landowners to allow hiking, hunting, search-and-rescue training, and firearms-related uses on private land. The committee then moved on without any recorded vote in the excerpt. The committee also discussed HB 29 on counties, but no county representative was present, and members questioned whether the proposal should instead proceed through condemnation if it involved a forced sale. HB 175 on property maintenance received DLNR comments that the bill should be narrowed to noxious weeds and that fire-related provisions were more properly handled by county fire departments and the State Fire Marshal. HB 331 on permits drew support from several state agencies, but the Honolulu Board of Water Supply opposed it unless “repetitive construction” was defined more clearly; members and agencies discussed narrowing the bill to avoid unintended impacts on water and utility infrastructure. The committee also heard strong support for HB 3 on North Shore beach management, HB 309 on fish ponds, and HB 306 on water code penalties, though the Board of Water Supply raised concerns about increased fines and suggested an alternative governor’s bill and clearer administrative rules.

Transcript Highlights:

• I'm from Martin County.
• The closest vendor that you can get one of these if you get a DUI in Martin County is 18 miles from me
• let me give an example I'm from Martin let me give an example I'm from Martin County<00:18:51.679
• County is 18 miles from m is and Martin County is 18 miles from m is and if<00:18:58.559> you
• County you're 28 eastern part of Martin County you're 28 miles<00:19:03.480> away<00:19:03.799

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Roll Call: 00:00:02 HB 446: 00:01:44 HB 456: 00:07:08 Discussion in Opposition to HB 456: 00:15:20 HB 10: 00:26:18 HB 96: 00:36:54 HB 399: 00:56:31 HB 465: 01:03:04, 958, all

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and first took up House Bill 446, as amended by committee substitute, which would expand third-degree assault protections to cover judges and justices of the Court of Justice and public transportation drivers. Supporters said the bill responds to violence and threats against judges and would extend protections already given to other public servants. Members generally supported the bill, though several suggested broadening it further to include circuit clerks or all officers of the court. The committee adopted the substitute and favorably passed HB 446 on an 18-0 vote. The committee then considered House Bill 456, a DUI-related cleanup bill sponsored by Representative Patrick Flanery and presented by County Attorney Joe Ross. The bill would add fentanyl, Flexeril, and clopene to the per se DUI list, treat driving on a suspended license as an aggravating circumstance, revise implied-consent notice language, and make changes to ignition interlock rules, including suspension periods and fees. Representative Scott West of the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers testified in opposition, warning that some interlock violations and fees could unfairly extend suspensions and discourage participation, while members and the sponsor said the bill would strengthen DUI enforcement and that non-listed substances could still support DUI charges under other provisions. The committee adopted the substitute and favorably passed HB 456 by a 16-0 vote with one pass. Finally, the committee began hearing House Bill 10, relating to the rights of real property owners, sponsored by Representatives Maryanne Proctor and Emily Callaway, with testimony from a Pacific Legal Foundation representative and a Boone County Sheriff’s Office staff attorney. The sponsors said the bill is intended to address squatting by defining squatters and improving property-owner remedies, and noted support from sheriffs and realtors. The transcript cuts off before the bill’s full presentation or any committee action on HB 10.

Transcript Highlights:

• So this is from Martin Luther King's book, All Dignity as Labor.
• Just a few weeks ago we marched uh in Waikiki in celebration of Martin Luther King Day, right?
• So this is from Martin Luther King's book, All Dignity as Labor.
• So this is from Martin Luther physician.
• Luther King Day, celebration of Martin Luther King Day, right?

Bills: SB2198, SB2140, SB3055, SB3090, SB3091, SB3092, SB2761

Keywords: workforce development, craftspersons, skilled trades, artisan, craftsmanship, trade recognition, award program, DLIR, Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, vocational education, career pathways, cultural preservation, workforce excellence, apprenticeship, Hawaii trades, economic diversification, public nominations, governor awards, historically significant venue

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• Martin Luther King Jr. in the King era and Operation Bread Basket in the 1960s.
• Martin Luther King Jr. Selma to Montgomery in 1965.
• <00:47:00.560> Martin<00:47:00.800> Luther and a confidant of Dr.
• Martin Luther and a confidant of Dr. Martin Luther King<00:47:01.440> Jr.
• Martin Luther King Jr. [snorts] Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Keywords: Convene 00:00 Senate Message 04:26 Report of Committees 05:13 Orders of the Day/ HB 6 06:22 HB 480 14:13 HB 562 17:55 HB 136 25:53 HB 257 29:47 HB 490 35:54 Motions, Petitions, and Communications 40:30 Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 52:44 Recess for ConC/Rules Meeting 53:49 ConC/Rules Report 57:12 Floor Amendments 58:49 Adjournment 58:59, 958, all

Summary: The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, established a quorum with 96 members present, excused absent members, and approved the journal from February 13, 2026. The Senate also transmitted Senate Bills 72 and 110 for concurrence. Committee reports advanced several bills, including measures on deputy coroner training, local jail booking procedures, local business tax collection, peace officers, Kentucky National Guard benefits, and first responder mental health. The chamber then considered House Bill 6 on child care. The sponsor described it as the product of extensive stakeholder collaboration aimed at improving affordability, quality, access, and data in child care, including changes to the low-income subsidy program, employee child care assistance, Kentucky All-Stars, micro-centers, and a military child care pilot program in House Committee Substitute 1. The substitute was adopted, and the bill passed 84-11 with one abstention after supportive remarks from members emphasizing workforce needs, family support, and military families. House Bill 480, relating to state contracts, was explained as requiring clearer contract terms for appropriated funds, partial payment protections, a 1% penalty for late payment, and semiannual reporting on whether cabinets are paying bills on time. A member noted a planned amendment to limit the bill to state-funded appropriations, but the bill passed 96-0. House Bill 562, relating to alternative high school diplomas, would create a Kentucky alternative diploma for certain students with disabilities and require the Education and Labor Cabinet to maintain employer information for graduates; members spoke in strong support of the bill’s workforce and dignity goals, and it passed 96-0. House Bill 136, relating to campaign finance, was amended to remove a $15,000 cap and allow campaign funds to pay for reasonable security costs for candidates; the sponsor cited rising threats to elected officials, and the bill passed 97-0. The transcript ends as the House moved on to House Bill 257.

Transcript Highlights:

• That's Martin County and Floyd County are connected together.
• We're selling permits, and the executive director could give you videos, pictures of Martin County and
• > County<00:26:25.520> are<00:26:25.760> are Martin County and Floyd County are
• are Martin County and Floyd County are are connected<00:26:26.480> together.
• County u and Floyd, but then Martin County u and Floyd, but then Lawrence<00:26:37.279> and<00

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee heard a presentation from the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet and the Kentucky Department of Tourism on the 1% Tourism Meeting and Convention Marketing Fund. Officials said Kentucky tourism is a $14.3 billion industry that welcomed more than 80 million travelers last year, supports nearly 97,000 jobs, and uses the fund solely for tourism marketing and promotion, not capital projects. They noted the fund received additional appropriations in the enacted budget and also supports several designated tourism-related initiatives. Commissioner Mike Manet described how the fund is used for paid media, public relations, international marketing, cultural heritage promotion, website content, regional matching grants, research, trade shows, and travel expenses. He said the department spent $10.8 million on paid media in 23 markets in 2024, focused on seven tourism pillars, and used research and advertising ROI studies to guide spending. He reported 180 PR placements, 3.2 billion earned impressions, 3% growth in international visitation, and 12% growth in international spending to $257 million. He also highlighted the African-American Heritage Trail and said the regional matching funds program distributed $2 million to 87 local tourism commissions. Members asked about the rise of AI in search results, how domestic and international visitor data are collected, how ad agencies are selected, and how regional matching funds are allocated. The commissioner said the department uses GPS-based and federal data, including National Travel and Tourism Office figures, and that ad agencies are chosen through an RFP process. Representative McDaniel raised concerns about bourbon tourism and Canadian visitation; the commissioner said Canadian travel is down significantly, bourbon-related visitation has softened, and the department is shifting more spending toward in-state and closer drive markets while emphasizing bourbon’s heritage story. Representative Fugate asked about eastern Kentucky tourism and ATV trails, and the commissioner said those trails are included in advertising, social media, and earned media efforts. No votes or formal actions were taken.

Transcript Highlights:

• I have co-sponsored with Senator Martin, the bill 852, which is pending, I think, for this committee,
• I have co-sponsored with Senator Martin, the bill 852, which is pending, I think, for this committee,
• As Blue Origin, SpaceX, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and a myriad of federal and DOD contractors
• Kaylin Martin is waving against.
• Senator Martin will be taking over the bill.

Summary: The committee took up several claims bills and tax-related measures. It reported favorably SB 20, providing $400,000 in relief to J.N., a minor injured on a Hillsborough County sidewalk, and SB 14, providing $1.7 million to the estate of Pineal Januier after a drowning at a Miami Beach youth center pool. It also approved SB 674, which would let property appraisers, like tax collectors, budget for hiring and retention bonuses with Department of Revenue approval. In each claims bill, the sponsor described the underlying incident, the settlement amount, and the remaining payment sought under sovereign immunity limits; there was no opposition on the claims bills. The bonus bill drew support from property appraisers who said it would help them compete for specialized staff without requiring new appropriations. The committee then considered SJR 1510 and its implementing bill, which would create a new homestead-like property tax benefit for owners who lease a non-homestead property for more than six months as residential rental housing. Supporters said it was intended to encourage more affordable rental housing by extending a $50,000 exemption and Save Our Homes-style assessment cap to qualifying properties. County and city representatives, the Florida League of Cities, and the Florida Association of Counties opposed the proposal, warning of major revenue losses, reduced public safety funding, and tax shifts to other property owners and businesses. Several senators also raised concerns about density, parking, and whether landlords would actually pass savings on to renters. Despite the opposition, both the constitutional amendment and the implementing bill were reported favorably. The committee also approved CS for CS SB 268, as amended to include congressional members, creating a public-records exemption related to certain residential information for elected officials. The First Amendment Foundation opposed it, arguing the bill lacked a sufficient public purpose and could hinder transparency, while senators supporting it cited real threats and harassment against themselves and their families. SB 100, which bans government display of flags representing political viewpoints and allows active or retired military members to use reasonable force to stop desecration of the U.S. flag, also passed after extensive debate. Opponents argued it was vague, unconstitutional, and aimed at pride and other identity-related flags; supporters said government buildings should not display political messages and that the bill protects neutrality. Finally, the committee approved CS/SB 1664, which would require voter reapproval every eight years for local discretionary taxes such as tourist development taxes and local option taxes, with exceptions for pledged bond revenues. Cities, counties, tourism groups, and the restaurant/lodging industry opposed it, saying it would create uncertainty, threaten tourism and infrastructure funding, and complicate long-term planning; Senator Sharief and others said the measure would disrupt existing surtax-backed projects and revenue streams.

Transcript Highlights:

• Martin, Miss Matoshi, Miss Matsumoto, Mr. Miak, Miss Morawa, Mr. Moroka, Mr. S.S. Peruso, Mr.
• Martin, Miss Matayoshi, Miss Matsumoto, Mr. Miyake, Miss Morikawa, Mr. Moroka, Miss Perruso, Mr.
• Martin, Miss Matayoshi, Miss Matsumoto, Mr. Miyake, Miss Morikawa, Mr. Moroka, Miss Perruso, Mr.
• Martin, Miss Matayoshi, Miss Matsumoto, Mr. Miyake, Miss Morikawa, Mr. Moroka, Miss Perruso, Mr.
• Martin Mr Martin Mr matoshi<00:17:45.960> Miss matoshi Miss matoshi Miss Matsumoto<00:17:48.000

Keywords: 910, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The chair is gonna call Martin Hubert. Craig Farmer. OK.
• We have one witness the Jerry calls Ross Martin. Thank you for being here today.
• We show you registered as Ross Martin Martin on behalf of Winstead PC and that you will be testifying
• Yes, good morning, Chairman, members, uh, Ross Martin with Winstead PC, uh, proposed attorney for the

Transcript Highlights:

• Scott Martin, who is a FMA, CNO, and Aaron... Fort Monroe.
• Scott Martin, who is an FMA, CNO, and Aaron Whittington from Fort Monroe events, announced the April
• Jeremy Martin coordinates not just these commission meetings, but all of the mobile museum experiences
• Jeremy Martin coordinates not just these commission meetings, but all of the mobile museum experiences

Keywords: American Revolution 250 Commission, 976, house, all

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• Representative Martin: No vote. Representative Cochran. When there is a Representative Cochran.
• Representative Martin: No vote. request. So ordered. Representative request. So ordered.
• So ordered.<00:55:08.680> Representative<00:55:09.400> Martin.
• Representative Martin: No vote. So ordered. Representative Tam: Reservations. So ordered.

Bills: HR204, SB2925, SB2798, SB2320, SB2800, SB1230, SB2706, SB3233, SB2405, SB3320, SB2543, SB3097, SB3096, SB3140, SB2593, SB2567, SB2466, SB2140, SB2088, SB3090, SB608, SB2795, SB3294, SB3263, SB3001, SB2907, SB3251, SB2074, SB2360, SB2354, SB2908, SB2353, SB3045, SB2047, SB3254, SB3246, SB3133, SB2425, SB2671, SB3229, SB2969, SB1166, SB896, SB2391, SB2125, SB3118, SB3325, SB2613, SB2614, SB494, SB2376, SB3326, SB2001, SB2599, SB3048, SB3169, SB2002, SB3247, SB3253, SB2155, SB2192, SB3187, SB2190, SB2398, SB2424, SB3028, SB2338, SB3219, SB2981, HCR14

Keywords: H.R. 204, House Resolution, Hawaii LifeSmarts, LifeSmarts State Competition, student competition, academic recognition, congratulatory resolution, Iolani School, Kalani High School, Waipahu High School, personal finance, consumer rights, health and safety, technology education, environmental education, National Consumers League, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Hawaii Credit Union League, youth achievement, high school teams

Transcript Highlights:

• Cuomo awarded her with the Martin Luther King Jr.
• Cuomo awarded her with the Martin<00:25:55.919> Luther<00:25:56.240> King<00:25:56.480>
• <00:25:56.880> Medal<00:25:57.120> of<00:25:57.279> Freedom, Martin Luther King
• Medal of Freedom, Martin Luther King Jr.

Keywords: 1136, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Okay, thank you, Martine. All right, further discussion. Yeah, just for clarification.
• So I think that was my original motion, and I would like to retain that if Martin is still willing to
• Martin Romero. Yeah. Okay. Yes. Motion? Right, are you an extension?
• Martin Romero. Yes. Motion carries. Great discussion.

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• I recognize the member from Martin, Representative Olson. this bill.
• ><00:04:07.880> the<00:04:08.000> member<00:04:08.320> from<00:04:08.520> Martin
• , I recognize the member from Martin, I recognize the member from Martin, Representative<00:04:10.000

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Senate President: Senator of the 33rd, Senator Martin, please explain the bill.
• Senator Martin: Thank you.
• Senate President: Senator Martin moves the bill be read a third time. Those in favor?
• Senator Martin, you are recognized to close.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• I have our drafter, Martin Fisher, next to me as my expert witness.
• Martin is sitting next to you as the Bill Ryder; you should be able to address both of those.
• Thank you, Martin. I will say that there's a piece in your answer that conflicts with each other.
• Then you went, Chair Martin, to the statute.

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• Senator Martin moved to amend the amendment by striking out everything and inserting in lieu thereof
• Senator Martin moved to amend the title of the bill. Senator from Lewis. Thank you, Mr. President.
• Senator Martin moved to amend the House amendment on page one. Senator from Lewis. Thank you, Mr.

Keywords: 994, senate, all

Summary: The Senate began with recognitions and introductions, including visiting first sergeants, congratulations to the WVU rifle team for its national championship, and a virtual introduction from France. The chamber then took up a series of House messages and conference actions on multiple bills, with Senator Lewis repeatedly explaining amendments and moving concurrence, nonconcurrence, or tabling as appropriate. On Senate Bill 197, relating to sexual abuse of a child by a person in a position of trust, the Senate initially considered a House amendment but ultimately withdrew its own amendment and tabled the bill. The chamber then passed several measures after concurring in House amendments, including SB 243 on a disaster repair and recovery tax credit, SB 427 on loan forms, SB 506 on county-owned wireless towers, SB 558 on school bus safety violations, SB 622 extending the mine safety technology tax credit, SB 705 on theft by conversion, SB 772 on moral obligations claims, SB 826 and SB 828 on supplemental appropriations, SB 886 on prescribed fire control, SB 977 on duty-related partial disability benefits, and Senate Joint Resolution 9 on a citizenship requirement for voting. Most of these amendments were described as technical or clarifying, and the bills passed overwhelmingly, often 34-0. The Senate rejected concurrence in the House amendment to SB 691 on utility relocation reimbursements, with Senator Lewis saying the House version would require reimbursement in most cases regardless of timeliness. On SB 133, clarifying the Agriculture Commissioner’s authority over state-owned land, the Senate also refused to concur in the House amendment because it would have shifted funds to general revenue. SB 890, changing school calendar requirements from days or months to hours, drew the only notable floor debate; Senator from the 13th opposed it as reducing instructional time, but the bill passed 26-8 and was made effective July 1, 2027. The session ended with a recess announcement and committee meeting notice.