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• Oil prices are detailed on slide 14.
• Again, there was a slight downward revision to the price estimates for natural gas.
• So you've got prices kind of heading downward in recent couple years. All right on.
• Only because of prices. Our production expectations are higher, but prices are so much lower.
• Oil prices is the biggest one that I can think of.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Price.
• Price. You know, Some of the things that are working really well, I will disagree with Ms. Price.
• Price. Thank you. You're correct.
• Price.
• Price. Thank you, Madam Chair. I'm just going to go for it. This is the Amanda Price opinion.

Summary: The committee held a panel discussion on Florida’s domestic violence system, focusing on the roles of the state, the federally designated coalition, direct-service providers, and law enforcement. Members reviewed the history of the system after the dissolution of the former coalition in 2020, the creation of the Florida Partnership to End Domestic Violence, DCF’s Office of Domestic Violence, and the current contract structure involving Women in Distress and its subcontractors for hotline and legal services. Panelists also discussed the 2024 lethality assessment law, the workgroup’s conclusion that the evidence-based Maryland tool could not be used because of copyright and cost issues, and the state’s current use of statutory questions instead. DCF and FDLE described the statewide certification and funding framework, including more than $60 million in domestic violence funding for fiscal year 2025-26 and the requirement that law enforcement complete lethality-assessment training by October 1, 2026. Testimony highlighted both collaboration and conflict. Florida Partnership to End Domestic Violence and Women in Distress described overlapping training and technical-assistance roles, but disagreed sharply about the quality of their relationship with DCF and whether the current structure is duplicative. DCF said it maintains communication with both the coalition and the centers and emphasized that the coalition is federally required, while the coalition argued that the department has obstructed its work. Women in Distress and Hope Villages stressed direct services, prevention, and the need for more housing, staffing, and funding, especially in rural areas. They also described programs in schools, hospitals, and child welfare settings, and noted that children exposed to domestic violence often need specialized services. Members asked about funding flows, certification, rural coverage, the number of centers, and the lethality assessment rollout. DCF said the 41 certified centers serve all 67 counties and that no new applications have been received in about 15 years. FDLE reported that 46 of roughly 400 law enforcement agencies had completed the lethality-assessment training and attestation, with the statutory deadline still ahead. Panelists said domestic violence appears to be increasing, citing higher hotline demand, shelter occupancy, and local case numbers, while also noting that statewide crime data remains outdated. The discussion ended with calls for better coordination, clearer implementation of statutes, more funding, and possible legislative fixes to improve data collection, training, and service delivery.

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• The Chair calls Steven Price. Mr. Price, always good to see you.
• Price. Members, any questions for this witness? All right, Mr.
• Thank you, Chair calls Steven Price. Mr.
• My name is Steven Price, former Sergeant, United States Army.
• Price, for being here today. Thank you, sir.

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• /c><00:41:35.599> differential And is there a price differential And is there a price differential
• of a the piece of lumber, the price of a the piece of lumber, the price differential,<00:52:58.400
• The price is changing by just like oil.
• So, we've had to have pay that price.
• numbers and stuff and pricing for that? numbers and stuff and pricing for that?

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard Senate Bill 497, a technical correction to last year’s capital budget. Shannon Reid of the Community College System of New Hampshire explained that the bill removes leftover state-agency boilerplate from a repurposed capital appropriation and replaces it with community college language, without changing any dollar amounts. She also described a requested amendment to rename a respiratory therapy renovation appropriation at Nashua Community College as an allied health instructional center, so the space can be used more flexibly for programs such as phlebotomy, radiologic technology, and LNA training. Terry Poff of the General Court then testified on the second part of the bill, which changes legislative space references to support the move of General Court offices from the second floor to the fourth floor of the annex as part of the legislative office building reconfiguration. Members asked whether the community college changes affected funding, and Reid confirmed the amounts do not change and that the bill simply speeds up a correction that otherwise would have been handled later in the lapse process. Poff said the annex space change is part of a permanent transition, though the work cannot proceed until the General Court has legal control of the space. The committee then entered executive session, adopted Amendment 1031H on a 12-0 vote, and voted ought to pass as amended on SB 497 by a 12-0 vote, with several members absent. The bill was placed on the consent calendar. The committee next opened a hearing on Senate Bill 529FN, which would give preference to lumber sourced in the United States on state-funded building projects. Representative Davis, introducing the bill for Senator Roachford, argued that New Hampshire timber is disadvantaged by grading rules that treat U.S. lumber differently from Canadian SPF lumber, even when the wood is from similar species and climates. He said the bill is intended to support New Hampshire’s timber industry and that architects and engineers would still be able to specify stronger materials when needed. Committee members questioned whether the bill should instead refer specifically to New Hampshire lumber, how it would be enforced, and what the cost impact would be. Davis and later witness Mike Olette said the issue is tied to industry grading standards rather than a government code, that the bill is meant to create a preference rather than a mandate, and that price differences are hard to pin down because lumber is a commodity. Olette, who lives near the border, testified that New Hampshire logs are often sent to Canada for milling and then return under a different grade, which he said puts New Hampshire loggers and mills at an economic disadvantage.

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• <01:08:41.839> concessions<01:08:42.319> by fewer price concessions by fewer price
• <01:09:06.159> And epidemic of high drug prices. And epidemic of high drug prices.
• you cannot offer a lower priced option. you cannot offer a lower priced option.
• price lower than the reference brand price lower than the reference brand product<01:21:36.800> be
• changes based on whack price changes based on whack price fluctuations. fluctuations. fluctuations

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Price speak about earlier.
• Price, did you register for...?
• Steven Price. Mr.
• The Chair calls Steven Price. Mr. Price, we have you registered as Steven Price.
• Price. Members, any questions for Mr. Price? Thank you again for being here this morning.

Bills: HCR7, HB1557, HB1608, HB2061, HB2201, HB2210, HB2426, HB2754, HJR165, HB2513, HCR7

Keywords: Veterans of Foreign Wars, veterans, commemoration, military service, recognition, September 29, waiver programs, toll roads, discount programs, transportation, affordable housing, land bank program, low-income households, Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, HB 2061, Texas Transportation Code, Chapter 225, State Highway 242, Interstate Highway 69, Montgomery County

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• Our cotton and rice producers, particularly our Arkansas customers, have faced multiple years of price
• D.A. to help cover these delivery costs have not kept pace with either inflation or the rising price
• At the same time, commodity prices are expected to drop this year.
• Reference prices combined with crop insurance are the two most important tools that bankers have.
• The second one is the increased reference prices that are needed in updated farm bill.

Keywords: farm bill, rural economy, crop insurance, access to credit, young farmers, USDA funding freeze, agricultural policy, risk management

Summary: The meeting of the agricultural committee focused on significant concerns regarding the current state of America's rural economy, highlighting the need for a strong five-year farm bill to address the challenges faced by farmers, particularly young and beginning farmers. Key testimony was given by multiple stakeholders including agricultural leaders and young farmers, emphasizing issues related to crop insurance, access to credit, and the adverse impact of recent USDA funding freezes. Various members discussed the necessity of risk management tools that farmers rely on to secure financing, which is crucial for sustaining agricultural operations and supporting rural communities. The importance of timely legislative action was underscored, as many farmers reported struggles in the current economic climate, raising urgency for reforms within the Farm Bill framework.

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• > approximately house prices have risen approximately house prices have risen approximately 77%
• This suggests that high home prices do not correlate with stronger energy codes.
• of the highest single family home prices of the highest single family home prices in<00:10:11.680
• prices do not correlate with stronger energy<00:10:31.680> codes.
• <00:42:43.280> But is that upfront ticket price. But is that upfront ticket price.

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: Representative Mecklin moved House File 3545 to the general register and offered a DE amendment that removed the commissioner’s authority to choose a more efficient standard and removed the requirement that the 2038 residential energy code achieve a 70% reduction in annual net energy consumption compared with the 2006 energy use index. The amendment was adopted, and the bill was then discussed as amended. Mecklin said the bill was intended to address home affordability, arguing that energy code requirements add to housing costs and make it harder for younger Minnesotans to buy homes. Several testifiers opposed the bill, including representatives from the Center for Energy and the Environment, AIA Minnesota, Sierra Club, Fresh Energy, Housing First Minnesota, and ARXUS. They argued that energy codes are not a primary driver of housing costs, that stronger codes do not slow housing production, and that more efficient homes lower utility bills and improve comfort, safety, resilience, and climate outcomes. Testifiers cited studies and examples showing payback over time, including estimates that efficiency upgrades could pay for themselves in five to nine years and save homeowners tens of thousands of dollars over 30 years. The Department of Labor and Industry said it had concerns about the bill because it would move away from a more energy-efficient standard and could create unintended consequences in the code adoption process, though it said the current technical advisory group process already considers cost concerns. Members questioned the cost and savings estimates, especially the comparison between higher upfront mortgage costs and lower utility bills. Fresh Energy explained that its figures were based on Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and Slipstream analyses using a typical Minnesota home and that the savings were modeled over time. Representative Johnson expressed skepticism about the assumptions behind the savings numbers and argued that utility costs are not the main barrier to homeownership. The chair said the committee intended to take a vote on the bill that day, but the transcript ends before any final vote or disposition is shown.

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• <00:08:32.080> price<00:08:32.440> agreements.
• <00:08:33.520> Uh more fixed-price price agreements.
• Uh more fixed-price price agreements.
• for<00:16:50.040> farmers, It means price certainty for farmers, It means price certainty
• in mind, members, there is a price in mind, members, there is a price stabilization<00:37:10.640

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• I know it's an unfunded mandate, but sometimes there's just a price for safety and a price for doing
• I know it's an unfunded mandate, but sometimes there's just a price for safety and a price for doing
• I know it's an unfunded mandate, but sometimes there's just a price for safety and a price for doing
• price for safety and and there's a price price for safety and and there's a price for<00:03:04.640
• >> Hi, >> Hi, >> Hi, >> Senator<00:10:44.000> Price.

Bills: HB393, HB61, SB234, SB234

Keywords: entertainment district, alcohol consumption, local governance, city council, public spaces, home school, career and technical education, public schools, K-12 education, enrollment policy, Cherokee County, off-road vehicle park, ORV park, ATV, all-terrain vehicle, dirt bike, off-highway vehicle, recreational vehicle, county permit, inspection

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• Milk pricing is very, very, very complex.
• has the highest fluid milk price in...
• So Federal Order 6's price has the highest fluid milk price in the nation.
• The truth of the matter is, the federal order minimum price... ...this.
• to Federal Order 7's price.

Summary: The Committee on Agriculture convened, took roll, and heard Senate Bill 58 by Senator Harrow, which would create regulation for companion animal cremation. Harrow described a case involving mishandled pet remains and said the bill would require written service descriptions, prohibit false or misleading statements, require certification with returned remains, authorize Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services rulemaking, and impose civil penalties for violations. With no questions or public opposition, the committee voted the bill favorably. The committee then heard presentations on robotics in agriculture and aquaculture. Dr. Nathan Boyd of UF/IFAS discussed the rapid growth of agricultural robotics, including AI-driven weed detection, targeted spraying, autonomous tractors, and harvesting technology, emphasizing reduced pesticide use, lower input costs, and labor-saving automation. Dr. Nicole Kirchoff of Live Advantage Bait and Adrian Johnson of the Florida Shellfish Aquaculture Association highlighted aquaculture’s economic and environmental value, Florida’s strong position in the industry, and challenges including hurricane losses, lack of insurance, land-use instability, capital access, and water quality. They urged support for working waterfronts, risk mitigation, and policies to help the sector commercialize and expand. The committee also heard from dairy producers Kevin Lusher and Jacob Larson. Lusher described his family’s dairy and artisan cheese business, noting reliance on USDA grants, rising costs, labor shortages, and regulatory burdens, and asked for more grant support, marketing for Fresh From Florida products, and permanent funding for Farmers Feeding Florida. Larson discussed the broader dairy market, declining herd sizes due to efficiency gains, high production costs in Florida, and competition from out-of-state processing, suggesting incentives for local processing and supply management. Finally, FDOT Chief Planner Wayway Schen presented on arterial and local road funding programs, including ART, ARTW, SCOP, SCRAP, CIGP, and TRIP, and said rural road needs remain significant, with more than $16 billion in unfunded or partially funded project needs. The committee adjourned after brief discussion and thanks to the presenters.

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• unit pricing per ounce, per pound, etc. unit pricing per ounce, per pound, etc. is<00:37:16.320>
• equals total price, seasonal decorations equals total price, seasonal decorations or<00:38:07.440
• Um, a subsidized unit price, a rental unit price. Um, thank you, Mr. President.
• Um, a subsidized unit price, a rental<01:24:00.000> unit<01:24:00.400> price.
• rental unit price. rental unit price.

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• Even before the current uncertainty about lumber prices, we know that square-foot prices are between
• Even before the current uncertainty about lumber prices, we know that square-foot prices are between
• Even before the current uncertainty about lumber prices, we know that square-foot prices are between
• Even before the current uncertainty about lumber prices, we know that square-foot prices are between
• Even before the current uncertainty about lumber prices, we know that square-foot prices are between

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The House Housing Committee heard testimony on HB 577, a bill to expand accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in New Hampshire. The sponsor and supporters described the state’s housing shortage and argued the bill would make it easier for property owners to build ADUs by right, up to 950 square feet, either attached or detached, while still requiring compliance with building codes, septic/water limits, and other local requirements. Supporters said the measure would help seniors age in place, provide housing for young adults, caregivers, and workers, and make better use of existing property such as garages and barns. Representative Reed raised concern that removing language related to short-term rentals could allow ADUs to be used for that purpose rather than long-term housing. The sponsor said he was open to clarifying language on short-term rentals, and another witness explained that current law already allows municipalities some choice on ingress/egress requirements, while the bill would standardize that and leave the design choice to the property owner. Several supportive witnesses followed, including the New Hampshire Home Builders Association, the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, the Business and Industry Association, AARP, Housing Action New Hampshire, 603 Forward, and New Hampshire Youth Movement. They emphasized affordability, property rights, workforce housing, intergenerational living, and the need for statewide consistency. A Derry resident testified that his existing garage space could be converted into an ADU under HB 577, but current local rules prevent that because it is detached; he said the bill would let him rent it affordably. Supporters also argued that ADUs can increase property values and help homeowners cover mortgages and taxes. In opposition, the New Hampshire Municipal Association said the bill would impose a local zoning mandate, could add density pressure on already stressed infrastructure, and did not guarantee that new units would be affordable or workforce housing. No vote or final committee action was taken in the excerpt.

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• said, "Marcy, high insurance uh prices said, "Marcy, high insurance uh prices will<01:30:15.360>
• Groceries cost more, housing price.
• price right now. price right now.
• <02:37:00.240> on promise that he would lower prices on promise that he would lower prices
• , prices that have electricity prices, prices that have been<03:03:35.040> rising<03:03:35.920

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• <00:14:57.639> to<00:14:57.800> pay price to pay price to pay I<00:15:00.519> don't<
• Egg prices have been going up.
• /c> elected was because the high egg prices elected was because the high egg prices in<00:19:28.840><
• c> inflation<00:19:29.280> prices<00:19:29.679> egg<00:19:29.880> prices<00:
• prices egg prices have been going<00:19:30.760> up<00:19:31.559> these<00:19:31.760>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• First, of course, is prices.
• These are often called break-even prices at the top.
• We're estimating that in this case, which is a low oil price scenario, a decline in oil price and production
• the increase in the natural gas price.
• Oil prices, and I think it's on one of your charts.

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• The orange line across the top is the price of crude oil, the Bakken price received.
• So that would be your WTI price, less the discount.
• Crude oil demand, long-term pricing—what is that outlook?
• I utilized the same pricing assumptions, that same pricing model.
• WTI is at 80, less $7, we get into a price point of 73.

Summary: The committee met to receive updates from the Tax Commissioner’s office on property tax relief programs and related compliance work. Commissioner Brian Croshys reviewed the Homestead Property Tax Credit, Disabled Veteran Credit, and Primary Residence Credit, noting that the Homestead program expanded significantly after HB 1158, that some households are “adjusting out” of eligibility as incomes rise, and that the committee may want to consider indexing income thresholds. Members asked for additional data on bracket breakdowns, possible costs of eliminating income limits for seniors, and how many households are zeroed out by the combined programs. Croshys also discussed the simpler administration of the disabled veteran credit, the growth in participation, and the heavy workload and auditing safeguards built into the new primary residence credit system. He said the department found no material compliance findings and that the program is designed to be digital-first, with county auditors and the Tax Commissioner’s office both involved in review and notification. The committee recessed for lunch and later reconvened, with the chair noting that more detailed PRC information would likely be available at a September meeting. Shelly Myers then presented the statewide property tax increase, or “zero growth,” report and the 2025 statistical report. She explained how county auditors report levy and valuation data, how increases and decreases are counted, and which jurisdictions showed the largest percentage changes in countywide, citywide, school district, and park district levies. In the statistical report, she summarized recent trends in assessed values: agricultural values remained relatively flat, while residential, commercial, and centrally assessed property values increased over the past five years. She also reviewed statewide tax levies by property class and clarified that centrally assessed growth figures were annual averages. Members discussed how shifts in land use and annexation can make it appear that tax burdens are moving from ag to residential/commercial property. Myers then summarized the interim study on the 3% levy limitation under HB 1176, saying most counties complied without budget changes, while some used hiring freezes, deferred purchases, or reserve funds; 23% of counties had to reduce levies, and the affected funds were mainly general, road and bridge, and weed control. She said 12 counties reported zero new growth in the data and that 35 counties reported not using all of their cap. The committee also received an oil tax presentation from Croshys on the stripper well extraction tax exemption. He outlined the number of active stripper wells, the production and revenue implications of the exemption, and projections for future biennia under different tax scenarios. He said the exemption represents substantial savings to operators but also corresponds to production tax revenue that would otherwise be collected, and he emphasized that future outcomes depend on oil prices, well counts, and technology such as CO2 enhanced oil recovery. Nathan Anderson of the Department of Mineral Resources briefly answered a question about why Red River wells have a different production threshold than Bakken wells, explaining it was tied to completion costs and lateral length. The committee then heard from Charlie Gorecki of the EERC, who presented an analysis of typical Bakken well decline curves and argued that most oil is produced before a well reaches stripper status, but that keeping wells open and investing in refracturing or other interventions can recover additional production. No votes were taken during this portion of the meeting; the main actions were receiving reports, asking for follow-up data, and scheduling further discussion for a later meeting.

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• Wholesale price hikes are still higher than final retail prices.
• Wholesale price hikes are still higher than final retail prices.
• Wholesale price hikes are still higher than final retail prices.
• Wholesale price hikes are still higher than final retail prices.
• Wholesale price hikes are still higher than final retail prices.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• How about also not just the final market price, but analyze the cost?
• How about also not just the final market price, but analyze the cost?
• How about also, not just the price.
• Because the market price, the the cost?
• on to the sales price of of home<01:06:46.120> development.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I heard those same eggs talked about a lot last year under the Biden prices.
• Because construction will slow down and prices will go up.
• If we could reduce regulations, that would bring down the price of homes.
• So for all of you who actually believe in lowering the price...
• Homes are sitting on the market for longer, and sellers are dropping list prices.