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• Request for the 2026 legislative session budget.
• This regular session, those budgets are actually only getting an increase of about 3%.
• And that's only for the session. Okay, great. That's my question. From the previous session.
• To and from the session, so this is only related to session expense. The second is per diem.
• The second item for this session is 424,200. That's the taxable per diem.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Request for the 2026 legislative session budget.
• Every member gets a one-round trip aid to the legislature for the session.
• And that's only for the session. Okay, great. That's my question from the previous session.
• To and from the session, so this is only related to session expense. The second is per diem.
• The second item for this session is 424,200. That's the taxable per diem.

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• Remember, he threatened a special session on school safety, no session, no bills.
• We've seen a pattern over and over from Democrats this session.
• Democrats this session. Democrats this session.
• But can come back in a special session.
• We'll wait for you to get session down.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• We've been really busy, as you can imagine, with the legislative session going on the last couple of
• All right, so the commission had wished to move forward with some potential legislation this session.
• This is her first session with the General Assembly, but she seemed very eager to meet with us.
• we were talking and and once session we were talking and and once session gets<00:10:47.880>
• <00:12:38.519> okay should be in executive session okay should be in executive session okay

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission met on March 17, 2025, approved the January 14 minutes, and received staff reports on budget, compliance, and training. Staff reported the January and February budget reports were within spending parameters and were approved. On reporting compliance, staff said about 15 forms were late in January, generating $750 in fines from late employers and lobbyists, but that all reports ultimately came in and the commission ended the month in full compliance. Staff also noted that all annual financial disclosure statements were filed except one, from former Representative Jacob Justice, who has been sent repeated notices and a certified letter regarding a $100 fine. The commission discussed a potential ethics-related bill for the session. Staff said freshman Representative Kim Holloway of Graves County and part of McCracken County agreed to sponsor the bill, but there was little expectation it could advance this late in the session. Holloway met with staff on March 4 and expressed interest in continuing discussions over the interim so the proposal could be ready for next session. Staff also said the commission is nearly fully compliant with certification requirements for legislators who missed or were late to the January 8 current issues seminar. Training efforts were also reviewed. Staff proposed starting a monthly Zoom training for lobbyists, employers, and others who work with them, beginning on a trial basis after session ends. The first session is planned for April 22 at 2 p.m., with notice to be sent through the newsletter and a special email. Staff said the goal is to help with filing questions, reduce late filings, and improve accuracy. The commission then voted to enter executive session under the cited Kentucky Open Meetings Act provisions to discuss confidential complaints and informal opinions.

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• Again, that was a couple sessions ago, or three sessions ago now already, that that was approved.
• , and then again in the 2025 session.
• Ron, CO2 was a big topic here last session or even before.
• and then also in the 2029 session.
• We may have some buy-down left as we go into the 2027 session.

Summary: The committee took roll, approved the March 18 minutes, and then received a compliance-report update on the Industrial Commission and related funds and programs. Staff reviewed the status of one-time appropriations and grant programs, including electric grid resiliency, lignite research, enhanced oil recovery, the Clean Sustainable Energy Authority, the salt cavern business-case study, and the new NDSU research and technology park grant. Members asked about funding balances, reimbursement timing, matching requirements, and how some commitments would affect the State Investment Fund and future biennia. Industrial Commission staff then gave a broader update on the agency’s administrative office, grant management system, leadership transitions at several commission agencies, and active grant rounds. They reported that the grant management system is nearing completion, that several agency leadership searches have concluded, and that the commission’s grant programs currently have 108 active grants totaling more than $165 million. They also described the Clean Sustainable Energy Authority round, the oil and gas research program’s enhanced oil recovery awards, the grid resiliency grants, the salt cavern study, and the research technology park program, noting that some projects are awaiting federal funds or additional matching cash. Ron Ness, speaking for the Oil and Gas Research Council, focused on the state of the oil industry and the enhanced oil recovery “Bakken 2.0” effort. He said production remains steady, but future growth depends on better infrastructure, longer laterals, and new EOR methods such as CO2, natural gas, and surfactants. He emphasized the importance of the Bakkeneast pipeline and related gas-utilization projects, the recent DOE funding that will return some money to the research council, and the need to modernize tax and incentive rules for CO2-based recovery. Members discussed the potential economic benefits for oil, agriculture, and manufacturing. The Bank of North Dakota then presented its compliance report and a broader strategic update. Bank leadership reviewed the bank’s mission, governance, participation lending, student lending, disaster programs, and legislatively directed programs, and said the bank is managing for a flatter deposit base and stronger liquidity because of fintech competition and changing market conditions. They reported improved earnings, with net income rising to about $231 million, and described Rough Rider Coin as a new internal payment rail for North Dakota banks and credit unions, not a public cryptocurrency. Members asked about student loan eligibility, disaster lending, and the bank’s capacity to support state programs while maintaining its balance-sheet and liquidity requirements.

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• I'm ready for the session. He's reading about all the water.
• of the 57th Legislature First Special Session.
• Rules adopted by the First Session of the 57th Legislature.
• Both our permanent staff and those who are joining us for this special session.
• This special session should be about lifting up our communities.

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• Give them a successful and fruitful session.
• Secretary will now read the proclamation calling the special session.
• . and debate in this special session are complex and difficult.
• Give them a successful and fruitful session.
• I think that it is despite... ...during the regular session.

Keywords: 998, house, all

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• They're okay with people in a special session fundraising, though.
• But was it a special session or was it a regular session? It doesn't matter.
• So you're saying that this bill should only apply to special sessions and not regular sessions?
• gone for two weeks, so that's half of the special session.
• and not with any special sessions.

Bills: HB18

Keywords: HB 18, Texas Legislature, quorum break, quorum-busting, legislative walkout, absent legislators, political contributions, campaign finance, political expenditures, legislative caucus, specific-purpose committee, Texas Ethics Commission, civil penalty, show cause order, district court, Fifteenth Court of Appeals, session fundraising, travel lodging food expenses, legislative session, compelled attendance

Summary: The meeting of the committee focused on the discussions surrounding HB18, which aims to prevent legislators from financially benefiting when they break quorum. Chairman Shaheen emphasized that this bill addresses the integrity of the Texas legislature and responds to constituent concerns about lawmakers being absent and raising funds simultaneously. Throughout the meeting, members discussed the implications of enforcing penalties for breaking quorum and the balance between legislative strategy and financial transparency. Various representatives expressed their views, with some supporting the bill for enhancing accountability, while others argued that it imposes unfair restrictions on a constitutional tactic historically used by minority factions.

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• [Music] Here in the middle of June, but here we are at special session.
• you signed the special session you signed the special session agreement.<00:04:36.000> What
• Democrats wanted to raise us last session.
• Is that being described as the first special session?
• Is that being described as the first special session?

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• [Music] When the final gavel falls and the regular legislative session comes to an end, the legislature's
• And whether it's a regular legislative session, special session, or the interim, you can follow along
• passed this la last legislative session passed this la last legislative session that<00:01:01.039
• the session, special session, or the session, special session, or the interim,<00:01:16.560>
• <00:01:20.880> daily with our nonpartisan session daily with our nonpartisan session daily

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I opened an executive session.
• I can't opened an executive session.
• . session. session.
• I close executive session.
• With that, I close the executive session. Um, we are tomorrow in house session.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• The Senate is about to adjourn the 2025 special session.
• From the very beginning, there's been a hard-fought session in a closely divided legislature.
• The Senate is now adjourned the special session. [Music] people of Minnesota.
• session. Siny die. Any discussion? session. Siny die. Any discussion?
• adjourned the special session sign. adjourned the special session sign. [Music]

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Today is day 107 of our 140-day legislative session.
• The Texas Senate has been amazing this session after session, as well as Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick
• In the 88th session, we finally banned the gender mutilation of kids, but...
• We must pass these bills this session for us to consider this a win for Texas kids.
• Last session, we tried to ban drag shows targeted at children in public libraries.

Keywords: immigration, children's rights, E-Verify, social transitioning, election integrity, Texas GOP, legislative session, urgent legislation

Summary: The committee meeting was characterized by fervent discussions surrounding critical legislation, particularly regarding immigration, children's rights, and election integrity. Key bills such as HB2258, aiming to ban social transitioning for children, and E-Verify legislation were highlighted as urgent priorities. Several representatives expressed frustration over stalled bills and emphasized the necessity of decisive action to fulfill their commitments made during their campaigns. The urgency was marked by the approaching deadline for bill passage, with only days remaining in the legislative session. Members urged House leadership to prioritize these bills, warning that failure to act would undermine public trust in their capacity to fulfill the Republicans' campaign promises.

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• Today is day 107 of our 140 day legislative session.
• The Texas Senate has been amazing session after 7th session, as well as Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick
• This list is one example of policies we are fighting to pass in the final weeks of this session.
• If that happens, it would be a great step toward giving Texans a major victory this session.
• Last session. We tried to ban drag shows targeted at children in public libraries.

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• Secretary will read the proclamation calling this special session.
• I, consider line-item vetoes from House Bill 5001 from the 2024 regular session.
• So we're setting an incredible tone here today for the rest of session.
• And that's something that you could bring up during session.
• By your vote, line item 2802 of HB-5,001 from the 2024 regular session and his past.

Summary: The Senate convened in special session with an opening prayer focused on Holocaust remembrance and a warning against antisemitism, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the reading of the joint proclamation calling the session. The proclamation said the special session was convened to consider immigration-related legislation and appropriations to support coordination with federal immigration enforcement, including a chief immigration officer, restrictions on benefits for undocumented immigrants, voting-related offenses, penalties for removed aliens who re-enter, bail and detention considerations, ID requirements, and support for local law enforcement. Senate Bill 2B on immigration was filed and placed on the special order calendar for the next day, with an amendment deadline set after the Appropriations Committee meeting. The Senate then took up veto overrides on House Bill 5001 from the 2024 regular session, which is the General Appropriations Act. Members discussed the governor’s vetoes of legislative support and transparency-related funding, including IT systems, research, oversight, and Florida Channel services. Senator Pizzo objected to waiving Rules on one item and argued the chamber should also address broader cuts, including arts funding, while the Rules Chair said the items under consideration were limited to support services and that broader funding concerns could be addressed separately. The Senate voted to override line item 2802, funding legislative support services, by 35 yeas and 1 name, and line item 2803, also for legislative support services, by 36 yeas and 1 nay, both passing by the required two-thirds vote. The Senate then adjourned until the next morning.

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• moving the needle forward this session moving the needle forward this session and<01:31:02.040><
• <01:31:09.320> let trouble let that be this session let trouble let that be this session let
• legislature assembled in joint session legislature assembled in joint session be<01:32:37.800>
• of the state of havayi regular session of the state of havayi regular session of<01:32:42.800>
• Al remember that as you go into session Al remember that as you go into session [Music] M<01:57:

Keywords: House Agenda:, 910, house, all

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• With that, we will begin with our work session. With that, we will begin with our work session.
• That concludes our work session for now. We will move into our bill hearings.
• How do we, we've had a lot of questions this session about how do we prove?”
• Working with Max over the past two sessions has been one of the absolute highlights of the last two sessions
• Last session, we were incredibly impressed with Max.

Bills: SB60, SB85, SB323

Keywords: elderly, vulnerable persons, criminal penalties, theft, civil penalties, criminal justice reform, traffic stops, law enforcement, data recording, public safety, racial profiling, SB323, Nevada, Department of Corrections, offenders, inmates, incarcerated people, prison phone calls, free phone calls, family communication

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• So again, that was a couple sessions ago, or three sessions ago now already, that that was approved.
• , and then again in the 2025 session.
• Ron, CO2 was a big topic here last session or even before.
• and then also in the 2029 session.
• We may have some buy-down left as we go into the 2017 session.

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The committee received a compliance and status update on Industrial Commission programs and the Bank of North Dakota. Staff reviewed appropriations and spending for several Industrial Commission funds and grant programs, including lignite research, oil and gas research, clean sustainable energy, grid resiliency, salt cavern analysis, and the new NDSU research and technology park grant. Members discussed the timing of reimbursements, uncommitted balances, and the structure of the pipeline capacity and enhanced oil recovery funding. The Industrial Commission also reported on its administrative budget, grant management system project, and recent leadership transitions across several agencies. Karen Tyler of the Industrial Commission described active grant rounds and the status of major projects. She said the Clean Sustainable Energy Authority approved three projects in its sixth round, with remaining uncommitted cash and loan capacity still available, though no new funding was appropriated this session. She also said the Oil and Gas Research Council approved six enhanced oil recovery projects and expects additional funding after a federal Department of Energy award replaces one project’s state funding. For grid resiliency grants, she said some projects have been funded, some commitments were returned or reallocated, and some DOE funds remain pending. She also updated the committee on the salt cavern business case study, which replaced an earlier larger development proposal, and on the NDSU research park grant, where the nonmatching portion was paid and the matching portion has moved slowly because the match must be in cash. Ron Ness then gave an extended presentation on enhanced oil recovery and North Dakota oil and gas trends. He said production remains steady, but future growth depends on infrastructure, especially gas takeaway and projects like the Bakken East pipeline. He argued that enhanced oil recovery using CO2, natural gas, surfactants, and other methods could extend Bakken production for decades, but that the state needs more CO2 supply, better storage, and updated tax and regulatory incentives. Members asked about lateral lengths, CO2 availability, pipeline impacts, and the role of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, and Ness emphasized that the projects are intended to share technical learning across operators and attract follow-on investment. The Bank of North Dakota then presented its compliance report and strategic update. President Don Morgan said the bank’s mission remains to support North Dakota agriculture, commerce, and industry while cooperating with the state’s financial sector. He reviewed the bank’s main business lines: participation lending with community institutions, student loans, disaster lending, mission-based programs, and a new fintech-focused effort. Morgan said deposits are flattening, so the bank is managing balance sheet growth carefully, while still reporting improved net income and strong efficiency. He also introduced Rough Rider Coin as a bank-to-bank payment rail, not a public cryptocurrency, intended to speed and modernize payments within North Dakota’s banking and credit union system. Committee members asked about student loan eligibility, disaster program use, and how credit lines and liquidity would be affected if deposits shrink.

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• executive session executive session on<00:04:32.960> Senate<00:04:33.280> Bill<00:
• session session on<00:07:29.840> Senate<00:07:30.200> Bill<00:07:30.440> 534.
• <00:10:52.000> I realize this is a work session. I realize this is a work session.
• . session. session.
• I would like to open up a work session session session on on on Senate<00:55:17.360> Bill<00:55

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Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 408 FN, which expands prosthetic device insurance coverage from children to individuals over 19, with limits on activity-specific devices and one device every five years. Members noted an indeterminate fiscal impact beginning in fiscal year 2028, but speakers said the bill addressed a gap in current coverage and had already been supported unanimously in policy. The committee voted 9-0 to recommend ought to pass. Next, Senate Bill 534 FN, dealing with compliance with foreign influence and funding restrictions for political expenditures and contributions, was discussed and then approved. Supporters said it clarifies that the restrictions apply to local elections and constitutional amendment questions as well as state and federal elections, and that enforcement costs would be minimal absent violations. The committee voted 9-0 to recommend ought to pass. The committee then considered Senate Bill 538, extending net metering eligibility terms for municipal energy projects. Members discussed a proposed amendment to align the bill with related conference committee language in HB 221 and to address projects already in the pipeline, but the amendment failed on a 4-5 vote. The underlying bill was then recommended ought to pass on a 9-0 vote. The committee also heard extensive testimony on Senate Bill 541 FNA, which reallocates existing capital funds for regional drinking water infrastructure in southern New Hampshire, including PFAS-related work and the southern regional waterline project; after discussion of funding sources and project impacts, it was approved 9-0. Finally, the committee began work on Senate Bill 557 FN, which would prohibit liquor commission licensees from selling or allowing certain kratom products. Representative Sweeney offered an amendment intended to narrow the bill to target semi-synthetic and synthetic kratom products while preserving lawful natural products, and members discussed enforcement scope and fiscal impact. The transcript ends during that discussion, before a final vote on the amendment or bill.

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• Thank you for your help this session.
• And I wanted to congratulate session.
• Um, I'm it might be her last session.
• <00:31:43.600> in been just tremendous this session in been just tremendous this session in
• <01:15:55.199> This 2025 and 2026 regular sessions. This 2025 and 2026 regular sessions.

Keywords: 910, house, all