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• Most of these businesses were secured with business assets.
• The policy also contains various investment and concentration limits.
• Incubation and acceleration programs themselves that are operating are limited.
• We have one asset in the portfolio, and then one was a catalyst fund.
• You have limited partners, and those are the investors in the venture fund.

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• ,<00:34:08.320> you saying is they're trying to limit, you saying is they're trying to limit
• Huge asset. Not every carrier is going to have an asset or investment of that kind.
• , which was a enormous asset, which was a enormous asset, very<00:42:04.160> popular<00:42
• Huge asset. asset. asset.
• > the to uh it would certainly limit the the to uh it would certainly limit the the risk<00:45

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• It is truly great to watch communities come together around historic assets.
• Of all of the asset classes we're invested in.
• And our statute limits us to 10% investment in prevention.
• Because you are absolutely limited. You're saying you're limited by legislation? Yes.
• You're saying you're limited by legislation? Yes. Oh.

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• If I remember correctly, as an agency, the limitation was like 2%.
• They put limitations on us.
• They put Several limitations on it as well.
• And I said I crew an asset through the operations side of that.
• So, it is a cash asset we spend as we need.

Keywords: 914, all

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• municipal municipality and limited municipal municipality and limited population<00:10:31.839>
• You had asset, which had no investment.
• I think we'd all agree that the port, in many ways, is an underperforming asset.
• I think we'd all agree that the port, in many ways, is an underperforming asset.
• And so, no, I don't think it's an underperforming asset.

Keywords: Appropriations - Room 216, 28 January, 2026; 8:15 AM, 925, all

Summary: The committee heard a budget presentation from the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA), including its consolidated tourism and agency request. MDA said it has had strong recent results, citing about $65 billion in capital investment since 2020, roughly 25,000 jobs, record tourism, clean audits, and oversubscribed incentive programs. For FY27, the agency requested $26.4 million in general funds, level special-fund operating support, restoration of eight pins reduced in the LBR process, and several general-fund increases for a career ladder, a new HR system, training, and operating costs. MDA also discussed a $1.25 million request for America 250 activities, including a Mississippi event and participation in the National Mall “Great America State Fair,” plus an energy accelerator program tied to the governor’s energy initiative and a broader three-tier energy preparedness strategy. MDA also explained its incentive refill requests, saying it was not seeking additional funding for the ACE grant program this year and had shifted that support toward the governor’s port/rail/road investment fund and energy-ready sites. The agency highlighted a renewed request to restart funding for the small municipal and limited population counties grant program, which it said had previously helped smaller communities with water, sewer, downtown, and other projects. On tourism, MDA presented a breakout showing what the budget would look like if tourism were separated into its own department; officials said the current tourism budget within MDA is about $5.7 million in general funds and $7.9 million total, and estimated about $1.3 million in additional cost would be needed to stand up a separate tourism agency. A significant portion of the discussion focused on criticism from Senator Wiggins that MDA has not delivered enough economic development for the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He argued that constituents believe MDA does little for the coast and objected to the agency’s role in the GCRF and coastal projects, saying the coast has not seen meaningful results in years. MDA officials responded that complaints about uneven distribution are common across the state, that MDA works with local economic development partners rather than dictating project locations, and that it has helped support major coastal projects such as Relativity Space, Lockheed Martin expansions, PCC Gulf Chem, BWC Terminals, and AWS. The exchange also touched on the Port of Pascagoula and local leadership disputes, with both sides disagreeing over whether the port and the coast have been adequately supported. No votes or formal actions were taken in the excerpt.

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• So it's kind of a public asset.
• I think it's kind of... but just limiting the four countries.
• We're required to, absent certain limitations.
• Concerned with the 10 mile limitation.
• We cannot and the limitation is 10 miles, so how can we buy a home please?

Bills: HB17, HB34, HB41, HB 118, HB 119, HB 127, HB 128, HB 129, HB 130, HB132, HB133, HB17, HB41, HB118, HB119, HB127, HB128, HB129, HB130, HB132, HB133

Keywords: foreign ownership, real estate, national security, designated countries, Texas property law, lobbying, foreign adversaries, compensation prohibition, transparency, civil penalties, higher education, foreign adversary, research security, trade secrets, academic partnerships, HB 128, sister city, sister-city agreement, international exchange, municipal diplomacy

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• <00:23:57.560> for would create a defined time limit for would create a defined time limit
• , them by a state planning, hiding assets, them by a state planning, hiding assets, and<00:32:18.120
• resources, but um with the limited resources, but um I<00:32:25.320> I<00:32:25.400> just<
• uh the em uh limits uh the em uh eminent<00:35:13.720> limits<00:35:14.080> it<00:35:14.359
• Development while maintaining strong local oversight and clear statutory limits.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• In order to hear as much from the public within the limits of our time, we will not permit disruptions
• As a reminder, testimony is limited to two primary witnesses in support.
• As a reminder, testimony is limited to two primary witnesses in support and two primary witnesses in
• So what was once a very limited practice of using these accounts has now become significant.
• And my only issue is water is... ...water is our most important asset.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• So, $6 million a megawatt, the capital cost is very high, but the life of the asset is very long.
• You know, we have limited power. We do have protesters.
• They can be valued quite well in a regulated asset-based model. But things like reliability, right?
• And actually, this does bring me, I think, to the mention of a regulated asset-based model, and I love
• The United States has been built under a regulated asset-based model.

Summary: The Advanced Nuclear Energy Committee met to hear a series of presentations on the economics, financing, workforce, and community impacts of advanced nuclear deployment in North Dakota. William Bridge of Nucleon Energy presented the committee’s economic impacts and private-sector financing report, estimating construction and operating job impacts, local spending, and state/local tax effects for hypothetical SMR projects. He said the report assumes first-of-a-kind costs are still high, used a $6 million per megawatt nth-of-a-kind proxy, and estimated peak construction workforces of about 500 for a 200-MW plant and 1,000 for a larger facility, with roughly 100 operating jobs for a 200-MW plant. Committee members questioned security costs, capital cost assumptions, water and transmission siting constraints, and whether the model included fuel and waste; Bridge said the report included initial fuel in capital cost and that waste disposal is funded through existing federal mechanisms. Lori Brady of the Nuclear Energy Institute then outlined national nuclear workforce needs and NEI’s strategic workforce planning efforts. She described declining labor-force participation, retirements, and the need for a much larger future workforce, and said NEI has organized recommendations around career awareness, pipelines, training and qualification, policy support, retention, and nontraditional recruitment. She highlighted tools such as the Nuclear Works career website, the Nuclear Energy Academic Roadmap, the new federal Energy and Natural Resources career cluster, and the Nuclear Uniform Curriculum Program for community colleges. Members asked about AI, timing for training relative to plant development, and whether advanced manufacturing would reduce staffing needs; Brady said AI is not expected to replace workers and that training timelines depend on the specific project and staffing plan. The committee also heard from Gary Yaco, mayor of Red Wing, Minnesota, who described Prairie Island’s role in his community. He said the plant provides a large share of local property tax revenue, supports well-paid jobs, contributes to emergency preparedness funding and training, and is broadly supported by the city despite periodic protests and public concerns. He emphasized the plant’s security, regular drills with local and federal responders, and the absence of problems with dry cask storage. Later, Benton Arnett of NEI discussed the current financing landscape for advanced nuclear, explaining how tax credits, federal loan support, off-take agreements, and new business models are helping projects move forward. He said early projects face high upfront costs and long lead-time procurement, but that investor confidence is improving as federal policy and regulatory streamlining continue. The committee asked about waste funding, comparisons with natural gas, the effect of political shifts on investor confidence, and whether the market will narrow to a few winning technologies; Arnett said the industry is still sorting that out, but expects clearer winners in the late 2020s and early 2030s. The meeting concluded with an introductory presentation from Julie Kazeraki of DOE’s Office of Energy Dominance Financing, who said the office is focused on accelerating nuclear deployment through financing support.

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• Again it's it's a way to limit timelines here.
• doesn't seem to be any language. about how much DWR, the debt that will be issued, whether there's a limit
• And we have a great track record on asset management.
• And we have, we've asked you to try to limit that to 10 minutes.
• The private sector came in right behind and said we will commercialize the assets as fast as they can

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• And I'm wondering where in the bill is that limited to the limitation that you have described, oh, this
• > that<01:41:38.240> you that limited to the limitation that you that limited to the limitation
• <01:43:56.960> disclosure uh which allows for limited disclosure uh which allows for limited
• I think it's more akin to like a policy limit disclosure. I'm not talking about policy limits.
• full digital ownership of your assets full digital ownership of your assets and<03:32:18.880>

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Before we begin, I want to remind any witnesses to limit their testimony to the fiscal aspect of the
• built in the 1800s, and if the levees fail, it will risk lives, property, and $22 billion in state assets
• Without investment, we risk catastrophic failure, floods, loss of assets, and increased water rates to
• Investing today protects billions of dollars in state assets and millions of lives across California.
• proactive investment of $150 million over 20 years would protect upwards of $22 billion in state assets

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• We're going to be looking at public testimony limited to two minutes.
• Perishable goods and pharmaceuticals are unique assets. one that lose value quickly and often go unsold
• Taxing these rapidly depreciating items in the same way we tax durable assets creates an unnecessary
• It also improves fairness, as consumers who previously had limited assets will benefit from lower costs
• Or no assets to these items will have more options when it comes to obtaining them.

Bills: SB1331, SB1375, SB1443, SB1578, SB2251, SB2519, SB2553, SB2655, SB2764, SB2907, SB3030, SB3033, SB3035, SB3036, SB3037, SB3043, SB3047, SB3050, SB3051, SB3056, SB3057, SB3063, HB9, HB467, HB331, HB1244, HB1399, HB2559, HB2730, HB3307, HJR1, HJR99, SB3048, SB3052, SB3053, SJR78, HB1327, HB2723, HB9, HJR1

Keywords: civil service, firefighters, police officers, municipalities, local government, repeal, voter petition, health care, provider participation, continuation programs, population-based regulation, health care provider participation, Medicaid, hospital funding, voluntary compliance, mandatory payments, public health, healthcare program, county participation, nonpublic hospitals

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• The bill also codifies the income and asset provisions of the program to maintain Medicaid eligibility
• ...the federal benefit rate for individuals with earned income through paid employment, disregard assets
• of up to $13,000 per individual, $24,000 for married couples, and disregard assets in retirement accounts
• year, DCF must determine, A, that you are still disabled, and B, that you are not over the income limit
• We are deleting the ability, but includes, but not limited to...

Summary: The Committee on Children, Families, and Elder Affairs heard and advanced several bills and confirmations. SB 1016, on medical assistance eligibility for working persons with disabilities, was amended to remove automatic enrollment and to improve information sharing between AHCA and DCF; supporters said the bill codifies an existing program that helps developmentally disabled adults work without losing Medicaid coverage, and the committee reported the bill favorably. SB 1002, on temporary custody of minor children, was amended to focus on substance abuse as a pathway for court intervention when parental drug abuse creates ongoing risk to a child, and it was also reported favorably. SB 1594, on veteran benefit payments for minor clients in foster care, would ensure military benefits accessed for foster youth are preserved for post-secondary education or aftercare rather than used as reimbursement to agencies; it passed favorably without amendment. The committee also considered SB 1630 on aging and disability services, a broad modernization bill covering long-term care screening, emergency continuity of care, area agency oversight, Alzheimer’s services, home care, and guardianship reforms. Two amendments were adopted, including one on competitive procurement and another allowing area agencies on aging to directly provide core services during emergencies with department approval. Supporters emphasized caregiver navigation, dementia training, and service continuity, and the bill was reported favorably. SB 1030 on substance abuse services/recovery residences was taken up with a substitute amendment that narrowed transfer definitions, required faster licensure action for existing providers adding levels of care, and limited credentialing entities’ access to resident medical records; stakeholders said further work was needed, but the committee still reported the bill favorably. The committee also heard the nomination of Robert Astellos to lead the Agency for Persons with Disabilities. He outlined priorities including reducing the pre-enrollment list, improving transparency and family involvement, strengthening customer service, and streamlining agency processes. Several disability and provider organizations appeared in support, and the committee voted to recommend his confirmation. The committee then recommended confirmation of the appointees on tabs 7 through 10 by a single favorable vote, and adjourned at the end of the meeting.

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• It removes permissions that limit transfers from municipal utility revenues based on rates of return
• tailored, the bill, if a utility is operating in City A and supplying water to City B, City B has a limit
• So that's why we're focused on limiting what they can and can't do beyond that municipal boundary and
• Would think that originally if you're going to extend an asset outside of your corporate boundaries,
• there are operation and maintenance costs for that asset.

Summary: The Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee met with a quorum present and considered five bills. The first, PCS for HB 987, was an honorary transportation facility designation bill naming several roads and an overpass for fallen officers, a military service member, and first responders. An amendment added the Sheriff Gary S. Borders Memorial Highway designation in Lake County. Members offered supportive remarks, and the bill passed 17-0. The committee then heard HB 703, which would require authorities such as FDOT or local governments to pay the costs when they require telecom providers to relocate infrastructure from public rights-of-way. Support came from Charter Communications, Associated Industries of Florida, and Florida Internet and Television, with discussion focused on the communication services tax and the cost burden of relocations. The bill passed unanimously 18-0. HB 1523 followed, addressing municipal utilities serving customers outside their boundaries by requiring public meetings, annual reporting, limits on transfers to general revenue, and reduced or eliminated surcharges for outside-boundary customers. Municipal utility representatives opposed parts of the bill, citing rural impacts, debt obligations, and the need for a glide path, while supporters argued for transparency and fairness to ratepayers outside municipal boundaries. An amendment changed a reporting date to January 31, 2026, and the bill passed 14-4. HB 867 established a legal framework for commuter rail operations along Florida’s coastal corridor, including insurance and indemnification arrangements for Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties using the Florida East Coast Railway right-of-way. An amendment clarified that Florida East Coast Railway and Brightline are not state entities and do not have sovereign immunity unless expressly provided by law. The bill passed 18-0. Finally, HB 1137 clarified a prior energy preemption law by adding boards, agencies, commissions, and authorities of counties and municipal corporations to the entities covered, aimed at preventing discriminatory energy-source practices by an appointed board. Public testimony included support from the Florida Natural Gas Association and the Florida Home Builders Association and opposition from Florida Student Power. Members noted the bill was a cleanup measure, and it passed favorably.

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• Um, in terms of guideline limit, guideline number three is the lowest limit right now.
• Um, in terms of guideline limit, guideline number three is the lowest limit right now.
• Um, in terms of guideline limit, guideline number three is the lowest limit right now.
• Um, in terms of guideline limit, guideline number three is the lowest limit right now.
• but we are limited. but we are limited.

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

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

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• John's school there, Father Mark's just a great asset to our community and a just a wonderful example
• <00:04:18.000> to<00:04:18.160> our Father Mark's just a great asset to our Father
• <00:13:06.360> Increase, Authority Revenue Bond Limit Increase, Authority Revenue Bond Limit
• The House Ways and Means Committee did make one change to put some limits on out-year dollars.
• <00:15:55.640> on change to put put some limits on change to put put some limits on out-year

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 960, senate, all

Summary: The Senate opened with an invocation by Father Mark Bilek of Westminster, introduced by the Senator from the 42nd District and praised by members for his community service and Lenten message of reconciliation. The prayer was journalized. The chamber then recognized several guests, including interns, family members, a shadowing student, and the doctor of the day, Dr. Ann Benfield, before moving to floor business. A scheduling note indicated a light floor agenda, with committee work later in the day and a longer floor session expected the next day. The Senate considered several second-reading committee reports and moved multiple bills to third reading, generally without objection. These included House Bill 229, increasing Maryland Transportation Authority bond capacity from $4 billion to $5 billion; House Bill 266, allowing resource-sharing revenues to support state communications infrastructure, with an amendment conforming it to Senate Bill 85; House Bill 472, extending and adjusting the theatrical production tax credit; House Bill 607, setting constitutional officers’ salaries; House Bill 810, creating a study on blockchain-based lease recordation verification with an amendment adding the Maryland Blockchain Association; House Bill 1095, granting a Calvert County property tax credit for former tobacco barns; House Bill 1142, creating a task force on county and municipal revenue structures; and House Bill 1165, addressing apprenticeship program accountability and completion. The Senate also advanced Senate Bill 956, authorizing the Maryland Transportation Authority to waive portions of video tolls or civil penalties on delinquent accounts, with a sponsor amendment. Members briefly joked about April Fools’ Day during the proceedings, but the chamber continued to adopt reports and amendments without recorded opposition. At the end of the session, leaders announced committee schedules for the afternoon and the next day, including Finance, Triple E, Budget and Taxation, and Judicial Proceedings meetings. The Senate then held a quorum call, confirmed 45 members present, and adjourned until Thursday, April 2 at 10:00 a.m.

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• Furthermore, I am seeking additional amendments to remove the fee cap limitation on staking commissions
• So for us to limit the advancement of technology and something that could be extremely impactful to society
• So we're just very concerned that these are very risky assets.
• We're just very concerned that these are very risky assets.
• And blockchain and crypto technologies do not go and reinvest these assets, right?

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Furthermore, I am seeking additional amendments to remove the fee cap limitation on staking commissions
• So for us to limit the advancement of technology and something that could be extremely impactful to society
• So we're just very concerned that these are very risky assets.
• Robert Harrell: We're just very concerned that these are very risky assets.
• And blockchain and crypto technologies do not go and reinvest these assets, right?

Summary: The committee took up AB 2285, a bill related to cryptocurrency staking and broader crypto regulatory issues. The author said the amendments would give California clearer guidelines for staking-as-a-service, maintain consumer disclosures, and remove a fee cap to make the business model workable. Supporters, including representatives of the Crypto Council for Innovation and the Satoshi Action Fund, said the bill would provide needed clarity and help Californians participate in blockchain-related opportunities. Opposition came from the Consumer Federation of California and credit union representatives, who argued the bill would weaken consumer protections, create an uneven playing field for state-chartered institutions, and move California into the middle of unresolved federal debates over the Clarity Act. They also raised concerns about fraud, money laundering, and the effect of the bill on DFPI’s authority and pending litigation involving Coinbase. The author responded that staking is distinct from buying crypto, that blockchain can improve traceability, and that the bill was still a work in progress with room for further amendments. Members discussed preemption, the pending federal framework, and whether the bill should wait until federal law is settled. The chair emphasized California’s role in setting policy and said other states were allowing consumers to benefit from staking. The committee ultimately adopted a due pass as amended motion and sent AB 2285 out on a 7-2 vote.

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• Section two, we removed the asset limitations or the asset limits on MABD. Right?
• Section two, we removed the asset Section two, we removed the asset limitations<00:23:17.679>
• on limitations or the asset limits on limitations or the asset limits on MABD.<00:23:20.799><
• Last year, the asset limits MABD. Right?
• MABD, which still has a $20,000 asset MABD, which still has a $20,000 asset limit. limit. limit.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all