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• We don't receive any operating funds from the >> Uh thank you, Mr.
• We don't receive<00:52:32.559> any<00:52:32.800> operating<00:52:33.359> funds<00
• :52:33.599> from<00:52:33.760> the We receive any operating funds from the state, although
• Um that it is an inherent<03:32:38.000> conflict<03:32:38.399> of<03:32:38.640> interest
• <03:32:39.520> that<03:32:39.760> if inherent conflict of interest that if inherent

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Housing Committee opened with a public hearing on HB 196, which would repeal the Housing Champion program. Representative Matt Drew, the prime sponsor, argued the program is an unnecessary and poorly targeted subsidy, saying it rewards municipalities after projects are completed and may not be limited to new housing production. He questioned the transparency of the program, cited difficulty finding required annual reports, and noted a fiscal note suggesting the state could recover up to $3 million if obligations are terminated. Committee members and witnesses debated whether the program’s criteria amount to political favoritism or a standard grant process; supporters said the rubric is specific and that municipalities are evaluated against objective requirements. Representative Priest, Nick Taylor of Housing Action New Hampshire, and Karen Benfield of Stay Work Play New Hampshire all opposed repeal, saying the program encourages local zoning and regulatory changes, helps smaller communities participate, and supports housing supply and young people’s ability to stay in the state. The hearing on HB 196 was then closed. The committee then opened a hearing on HB 1405, a bill establishing an affordable housing guarantee program within the Housing Finance Authority. Prime sponsor Representative Chris Muns said the bill would reduce lender risk by guaranteeing up to 80% of principal on qualifying loans for affordable housing, with a cap of $30 million per lender per year and $300 million outstanding at any time. He described the measure as a low-cost public-private partnership backed by the full faith and credit of the state, and said it was identical to a prior Senate bill that had received unanimous bipartisan committee support before dying later in the process. He framed the bill as one part of a broader housing package aimed at financing, infrastructure, workforce, zoning reform, and other housing-related issues. No votes were taken during the portion of the meeting provided. The only formal actions were opening and closing the public hearing on HB 196 and opening the public hearing on HB 1405, with testimony continuing on HB 1405 at the end of the transcript.

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• EV batteries have already started arriving at Household Hazardous Waste, or HHW, facilities operated
• However, batteries are inherently valuable as they contain critical earth minerals but can also pose

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• I'm currently the Director of Law Enforcement Training and Operations for SGS.
• So that means if you and I have a dispute and we go to court and that is resolved either by settlement
• AG Paxton filed a civil lawsuit accusing this doctor of operating in Texas without a license.
• The vast majority of abortion doctors are operating outside of the U.S.?
• Operated in their area, but the injury to the brothel, the neighboring people adjacent to the brothel

Bills: SB10, SB16, SB6, SB 6, SB 10, SB 16

Keywords: trafficking, prostitution, affirmative defense, victims, criminal justice reform, victim rights, criminal justice, judicial reform, court procedures, mental health services, criminal penalties, court security, SB 6, Woman and Child Protection Act, abortion, abortion-inducing drugs, medication abortion, mifepristone, misoprostol, pro-life

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• Even though I haven't operated on anybody for trauma in a decade, I still teach.
• Even though I haven't operated on anybody for trauma in a decade, I still teach.
• Increasing the time to allow that to happen is an inherent violation of our natural rights.
• Increasing the time to allow that to happen is an inherent violation of our natural rights.
• allow that to happen is an inherent allow that to happen is an inherent violation<00:53:27.079><

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Operation Midway Blitz has torn apart the Chicago land area.
• , decree so that crane operators, decree so that crane operators, laborers,<00:41:49.520> and<
• Operated by the southern Indiana.
• Restaurants, most of which are small businesses, operate on very thin margins.
• This bill resolves a might make.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• operation.
• Cooling data centers involves inherent trade-offs.
• Cooling data centers involves inherent trade-offs.
• They don't have a clear operator.
• It will be operated by the community.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Okay, the next spreadsheet is titled Federal Funds to MDE Attributed to Agency Operations.
• Okay, the next spreadsheet is titled Federal Funds to MDE Attributed to Agency Operations.
• Okay, the next spreadsheet is titled Federal Funds to MDE Attributed to Agency Operations.
• Again, more than happy to follow up with specific staff on the operating budget.
• things are kind of inherently things are kind of inherently reactive<01:37:56.280> um<01:

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Each of these gives a sense of how the operating environment is changing, providing the foundation for
• Each of these gives a sense of how the operating environment is changing, providing the foundation for
• These are all fractional jobs that operate on 1099s and LLCs and S-Corps, but they're still a part of
• So I also think that artists have an inherent curiosity, and as an educator, I learn from my students
• We've been in operation for over 40 years.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Committee on Government Operations the vote sheet for our vice chair here. Um, same recommendation.
• <00:07:46.639> governmental state agencies inherently governmental state agencies inherently
• Now convening the joint committee for government operations, public safety, military affairs for our
• Agenda: Government Operations, Thursday, February 19, 2026.
• This concludes today's hearing on government operations. we're going to defer time certain.

Bills: SB2094

Keywords: toxic chemicals, environmental action levels, public notice, environmental safety, pollution control, Hawaii State Constitution, public participation, government transparency, environmental health, 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee first took up SB 2094, which would require state agencies monitoring environmental toxins and pollutants to establish environmental action levels and limit changes to those levels without meeting procedural requirements. The chair recommended passing the bill with amendments, including inserting estimated costs for a secure portal website and webinars into the committee report and deferring the effective date to July 1, 2050. The motion passed unanimously among those voting, with excused members noted. The committee then considered several other measures and adopted recommendations to pass them with amendments, generally adding technical and clarifying changes and setting a defective date of 2525. SB 2862 was amended to broaden the preamble, make additional appointees confirmable, clarify reporting requirements for gubernatorial appointees, and was held for further discussion. SB 2781 on lei production created a working group to review existing studies and conduct a statewide study of Hawaii’s floriculture industry. SB 3015 adopted California’s definition of PII, applied it to government agencies and political subdivisions, created a private cause of action, and required a compliance report. SB 3230 removed a categorical prohibition on certain third-party project management procurements while preserving state oversight responsibility, in line with procurement office requests. The joint GVO Health and Human Services agenda then focused on two related bills requiring universal changing accommodations in public restrooms. SB 2932 would apply to new state building construction beginning July 1, 2026, and testimony from disability advocates, the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities, and others supported the measure while asking for language clarifying that the requirement applies only where technically feasible and, in some cases, only to state-managed buildings. SB 2268 was described as broader, extending beyond government buildings into the private sector and including a private right of action; witnesses supported the concept but raised implementation concerns, especially for smaller businesses, and requested the same technically infeasible language and other clarifications. Both bills were advanced with amendments, and the committee noted adoption of the recommendations.

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• They also must not be operated by for-profit entities.
• <00:42:28.079> its<00:42:28.200> own from operating its own from operating its own
• It's a policy decision for the committee to resolve amongst themselves.
• It's a policy decision for the committee to resolve amongst themselves.
• <04:06:14.000> under conditions to which they operate under conditions to which they operate

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 180, which concerns critical incident stress management teams. Representative Mark PR, the bill sponsor, proposed an amendment to add a definition of “team leader” and to clarify that teams may or may not be affiliated with a municipality. He argued that a certification test offered by the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation is unnecessary and too expensive at $400, since team members are volunteers who already receive training and continuing education. Committee members asked about the training structure and certification language, and the sponsor explained that the teams are self-certified and that the amendment was intended to clean up the bill’s language. The committee then voted on HB 180 in executive session. Amendment 0261H was adopted 11-0, and the bill was then moved as amended and passed 11-0. The committee placed the bill on consent. Later, the committee heard House Bill 438, sponsored by Representative Timothy Horan, dealing with immigration detention and related state policy. Horan described the bill as an update to earlier legislation and said it would codify best practices, prohibit state cooperation with mass deportation efforts, bar for-profit operation of immigration detention facilities, and require Executive Council approval before the governor could deploy the National Guard for immigration deportation activities. Committee members questioned whether the bill could be read as authorizing detention facilities and discussed the relationship between the state and Strafford County Jail. An amendment presented on behalf of Representative Patrick Long was described as a technical rewrite that removed several sections and changed language, but the hearing ended before any vote was taken on HB 438.

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• Heat may have operated on Sarah, I don't recall. It doesn't sound like an emergency.
• We're trying to operate in a way that we have given access, and these things—” “We've given access, and
• We operate on a $1.2 million budget per year. $1.2 million budget? Yes.
• So we operate on a $1.2 million budget per year. 1.2 million dollar budget? Yes.
• And for most children who are suffering from this confusion, it resolves by the time that they enter

Bills: SB1095, SB1114, SB1116, SB1162, SB1164, SB1178, SB1179, SB1249, SB1253, SB1346, SB1347, SB1446, SB1561, SB1813

Keywords: gender transition, minors, irreversible surgery, health professionals, puberty-blocking drugs, medical procedures, prohibition, Arizona Revised Statutes, behavioral health, patient brokering, appropriation, state funds, Maricopa County, claims review, medical necessity, American Indian health program, healthcare regulations, healthcare compliance, behavioral health technicians, licensing

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• I believe that there lies an inherent I believe that there lies an inherent contradiction<00:21:
• hearing piece on the impact of Operation hearing piece on the impact of Operation Metro<00:28:18.160
• Operation Metro Surge. Operation Metro Surge.
• so again, you know, coming in Operation so again, you know, coming in Operation Metro<01:21:04.280
• Operation Metro Surge so we could Operation Metro Surge so we could collect<01:27:54.120> those

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• every major conflict in this nation's history, not for recognition or wealth, but because of an inherent
• recognition our wealth but because<00:02:11.959> of<00:02:12.120> an<00:02:12.239> inherent
• /c><00:02:12.680> duty<00:02:12.959> to<00:02:13.160> protect because of an inherent
• duty to protect because of an inherent duty to protect our<00:02:13.760> people<00:02:14.280>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Calls Representative Bumgarner testifying on behalf of Special Operations First Class Nathan Ingram.
• Their target was a vessel deliberately operating without a flag or a nation.
• risk of operating in the maritime at night.
• He didn’t keep it very clean, but nonetheless, he was an operator. That’s what they do.
• I nominate Special Operations First Class Nathan. Gage Ingram.

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• It's Representative Bumgarner testifying on behalf of Special Operations First. class, Nathan Ingram.
• Their target was a vessel deliberately operating without a flag. flag or a nation.
• This operation wasn't simply about seizing weapons.
• risk of operating in emergency situations at night.
• He didn’t keep it clean, but nonetheless, he’s an operator—that’s what they do.

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• SB 1816 by Hancock relating to the titling, registration, and operation of a miniature...
• Continue to operate with oversight from the Tax Department of Insurance. I move passage.
• Polls operate on the black letter of the law.
• It makes several changes to clarify operational language for TABC.
• We've talked about our law enforcement not having enough funds to operate.

Bills: SB31, SB33, SB20, SB217, SB264, SB269, SB650, SB681, SB528, SB502, SB740, SB916, SB995, SB10, SB2581, SB2570, SB3031, SB24, SB379, SB1171, SB1121, SB1120, SB1061, SB1036, SB1019, SB890, SB11, SB868, SB1188, SB1254, SB2778, SB2543, SB2443, SB1333, SB1259, SB1401, SB1404, SB2139, SB2165, SB2237, SB2268, SB1202, SB1198, SB1212, SB1451, SB1470, SB1498, SB965, SB1547, SB1667, SB1818, SB1902, SB2129, SB2078, SB2069, SB1737, SB1589, SB1318, SB387, SB1150, SB1574, SB2127, SB3034, SB860, SB1278, SCR5, SCR32, SB4, SB23, SB1762, SB34, SB60, SB706, SB1814, SB1220, SB523, SB565, SB1253, SB840, SB764, SB2383, SB2155, SB1535, SB1423, SB1566, SB1804, SB1728, SB1816, SB1952, SB75, SB2068, SB1455, SB213, SB627, SB2037, SB670, SB896, SB917, SB1184, SB971, SB1255, SB1261, SB1283, SB991, SB1733, SB21, SB231, SB739, SB1252, SB1371, SB646, SB3, SCR27, SB552, SB1405, SB1948, SB243, SJR1, SB31, SB33, SB20, SB217, SB264, SB269, SB650, SB681, SB528, SB502, SB740, SB916, SB995, SB10, SB2581, SB2570, SB3031, SB24, SB379, SB1171, SB1121, SB1120, SB1061, SB1036, SB1019, SB890, SB11, SB868, SB1188, SB1254, SB2778, SB2543, SB2443, SB1333, SB1259, SB1401, SB1404, SB2139, SB2165, SB2237, SB2268, SB1202, SB1198, SB1212, SB1451, SB1470, SB1498, SB965, SB1547, SB1667, SB1818, SB1902, SB2129, SB2078, SB2069, SB1737, SB1589, SB1318, SB387, SB1150, SB1574, SB2127, SB3034, SB860, SB1278, SCR5, SCR32, SB546, SB647, SB648, SB1493, SB1709, SB2001, HB5669, HB3115, HB5655, HB5675, HB5689, HB5690, HB5653, HB3228, HB2802, HB45, HB1318, HB5560, HB2894, HB4344, HB2775, HB33, HB 12, HB148

Keywords: SB 31, Life of the Mother Act, Texas abortion law, medical emergency, reasonable medical judgment, pregnancy complications, maternal health, life-threatening condition, ectopic pregnancy, spontaneous abortion, miscarriage, unborn child, abortion exception, abortion ban, physician liability, health care liability claim, aiding and abetting, Texas Medical Board, State Bar of Texas, continuing medical education

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• My peers in the public school system have shared that their schools often teach that Islam is inherently
• My peers in the public school system have shared that their schools often teach that Islam is inherently

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight reopened a hearing on several bills related to public commissions, diversity on boards, and honorary or representative designations. Most of the testimony focused on bills promoting the rights and inclusion of American Muslims, including support for a Muslim commission that would recommend qualified Muslim residents for appointments, assess state programs’ effects on the community, and advise lawmakers. Witnesses described Islamophobia, discrimination in schools and public spaces, and the need for Muslim representation in government. One speaker, Ahmed Svahani, opposed the Muslim commission bill, arguing it could allow the state to define who counts as a “real Muslim,” create an official class, and silence dissenting voices. Other testimony supported a bill to promote diversity on public boards and commissions, with Mass NOW arguing that boards should better reflect the state’s racial and gender diversity and that diverse boards make better decisions. Mass Equality testified in support of a commission on the status of transgender people, citing federal restrictions on gender-affirming care, discrimination in housing, employment, and education, and gaps in existing representation. The National Lawyers Guild’s Massachusetts chapter also supported the Muslim commission bill, citing civil-rights concerns and increased reports of discrimination and retaliation against Muslims. No votes were taken on the bills themselves during the hearing. At the end of testimony, a motion was made and seconded to close the hearing, and the committee voted in favor of adjournment, ending the hearing.

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• HB527 creates limits of liability to the person that operates... ...of liability to the person that operates
• an off-roading park for claims due to the fact that it's an inherent risk.

Bills: HB537, HB474, HB527, HB449, HB380, HB449, HB380

Keywords: preliminary hearing, criminal procedure, Aniah's Law, pretrial detention, defendant rights, property rights, law enforcement, removal procedures, unauthorized occupancy, trespassing, liability, off-roading, parks, participant safety, risk management, DNA, genetic testing, privacy, consent, criminal penalties

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• spending shows up as higher operating spending shows up as higher operating costs<00:14:32.160><
• of how hospitals best operate.
• :32.200> operate.
• hospitals best operate. hospitals best operate.
• address their own operational needs. address their own operational needs.

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• It has no problems with it inherently in itself.
• It has no problems with it inherently in itself.
• It has no problems with it inherently<00:54:46.640> in<00:54:46.880> itself.
• It's just the inherently in itself.
• So the purpose when this be operated.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all