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NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Finance Feb 13th, 2026 at 09:37 am

Senate Finance

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  • the tax exemptions for our service members, the back-to-school tax holiday, child care taxes, and outdoor
  • The tax holiday, child care taxes for outdoor recreation and ski locations.
  • You know, Senator Tobiassen was outdoor recreation, you know, really focused, even though your title
  • You know, Senator Tobiasons was outdoor recreation, you know, really focused, even though your title
Bills: SB151, HB8, SB177
TX
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  • Clerk: SB number 3 by Bettencourt relating to outdoor warning sirens in flood-prone areas.
  • With limited cell phone coverage in many of these areas, we must rely on proven technology like outdoor
  • Clerk: SB number 3 by Bettencourt relating to outdoor warning sirens in flood prone areas. Mr.
Bills: HB8, HB12, SB 3, HJR1, SB 11, SB 16, SB 14
TX
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  • If you would, please limit your testimony to two minutes, and when the yellow light comes on, you have
  • It is one of the largest economic drivers in Texas, and over 400,000 people work in the outdoor recreation
TX
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  • example of only one of these situations we're currently wrapping up. that should never have seen the light
  • Psychosis, it's like a light switch being switched in the brain.
  • You do not know when the light switch will switch back out of psychosis, and it can be permanent.
  • You can't cure alcoholism by banning light beer.
  • He would stay up all night with the lights on, stare into space for hours.
TX
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  • This issue came to light as a result of Rev.
  • Shining this positive light on the work of counselors will encourage... ...further involvement with their
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EDT-EIG Public Hearing 02-12-2026

Economic Development and Tourism

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  • I have a few comments to offer on Senate Bill 2278 relating to outdoor lighting and light pollution.
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Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The joint hearing covered three bills, all related to outdoor lighting or permitting. On SB 2278, which addressed light pollution and outdoor lighting standards, testimony was mixed: the University of Hawaiʻi and others raised concerns that the bill’s 4,000K color temperature standard and other provisions conflicted with dark-sky and wildlife-protection recommendations, while some groups testified in support. A lighting industry engineer also questioned how turtle-lighting provisions would apply in practice and urged a workable standard that balances safety, design, and wildlife concerns. On SB 2908, relating to permitting, the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, and several business groups testified, generally standing on written testimony or supporting the measure. Committee discussion focused on a proposed statewide permitting intake platform; the Office of Planning said the SPEED Task Force believed counties were better suited to handle permitting information, and members asked whether the appropriation was sufficient. The committee voted to pass SB 2908 with amendments, including a deferred effective date of July 1, 2050. On SB 2987, also relating to light pollution, the University of Hawaiʻi strongly supported the bill and proposed amendments to create campus lighting zones tailored to safety and foot traffic, while the Department of Land and Natural Resources stood on its comments and several other organizations testified in support or opposition. The chair said the committee would address business safety concerns by making technical and nonsubstantive amendments, exempting outdoor light fixtures for airports, highways, and harbors, and deferring the effective date to July 1, 2050. The committee then adopted the recommendation to pass SB 2987 with amendments and adjourned.
TX
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  • For Virginia Naylor, who loved the outdoors, loved her God, and loved her community.
  • neutralization of drones over... ...You're left shoulder, there's a press box, and the press brings light
Bills: HB1, HB 2, HB 3, HB 5, HB20, HB 22
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion and passage of several key bills, including SB5, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief. This bill was passed unanimously, highlighting the committee's commitment to addressing disaster preparedness. HB20, aimed at reducing fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters, also saw significant debate, with positive sentiments expressed by its sponsor, Mr. Darby. Additionally, HB22, which expands the authority of the comptroller to fund emergency communication systems, was passed with overwhelming support, indicating a consensus on improving emergency response capabilities within the state. The session concluded with discussions about future legislative measures aimed at strengthening infrastructure against disasters.
TX
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  • For Virginia Naylor, who loved the outdoors, loved her God and loved her community.
  • During the post-flood hearings, it came to light that the Upper Guadalupe River Authority declined to
  • Over your left shoulder, there's a press box, and the press brings light to many events, which has led
Bills: HB1, HB2, HB3, HB5, HB20, HB22
Summary: The House convened in special session with a gubernatorial proclamation adding subjects related to penalties for legislators who absent themselves, ivermectin access, and groundwater study authority. The chamber also handled routine motions, committee scheduling, and first-reading referrals before moving to the main floor calendar focused largely on disaster response and public safety legislation. The central theme throughout the day was the July 4 flooding and related tragedies, with repeated references to families of victims and the need for stronger preparedness and prevention measures. House Bill 1, on youth camp emergency plans and preparedness, was the most emotional and heavily amended measure. Members adopted changes requiring annual emergency plans for resident youth camps, staff training, parent notification, evacuation maps, floodplain-related disclosures, restrictions on sleeping quarters in flood-prone areas, and funding for enforcement. One proposed amendment to require air conditioning or heat in sleeping quarters failed, while another amendment on floodplain restrictions passed after debate over floodplain versus floodway language. HB 1 ultimately passed the House 136-1 on second reading and later 135-1 on final passage. Senate Bill 2 / House Bill 2 on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery also advanced after extensive discussion. The bill creates training for justices of the peace in mass-fatality events, establishes an emergency manager licensing system, sets local succession procedures, creates a statewide volunteer management system, authorizes drone interdiction in disaster zones, expands disaster loan eligibility, and adds review and planning provisions for certain infrastructure and weather-related issues. Members debated the scope of the training, drone impacts on press coverage, volunteer registration, and infrastructure-related amendments; some proposals were adopted and others tabled or withdrawn. SB 2 passed the House 130-4 on third reading and later 132-4 on final passage. The House also passed House Bill 3 creating the Texas Interoperability Council and a grant program for emergency communications equipment, House Bill 20 addressing disaster-related scams and fraudulent charitable solicitations, House Bill 22 expanding allowable uses of the broadband infrastructure fund for emergency communications, and Senate Bill 5 providing supplemental appropriations for disaster relief, including funds for local warning systems and weather monitoring. Each of these bills passed overwhelmingly, with only one or a few dissenting votes, and members repeatedly emphasized the need to improve coordination, communications, funding, and fraud prevention in the wake of recent disasters.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

Senate - Conservation Feb 4th, 2025

Senate Conservation

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  • The New Mexico Night Sky Protection Act Was originally passed to regulate outdoor night lighting and
  • for industries that rely on safe and effective outdoor lighting.
  • It is sufficient as outdoor lighting fixtures on advertising signs on interstate and federal primary
  • They want that kind of outdoor lighting.
  • Outdoor lighting does not deter crime? Really, you undermine your credibility entirely.
CA
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  • By acknowledging this... ...community members celebrating with us in lighting the holy lamps.
  • specific tradition, its message is actually quite universal and ancient: good triumphing over evil, light
  • Together, we embrace the essence of Diwali, which is light over darkness, hope over despair.
  • I love the outdoors.
  • I love the outdoors.
Summary: The Governmental Organization Committee heard a series of bills on holidays, procurement, public safety, and business regulation. AB 268 would add Diwali as an official state holiday and allow schools and state workers limited flexibility to observe it; supporters described it as a recognition of California’s large South Asian and Hindu communities, and there was no opposition. AB 770 would define “customary maintenance” for outdoor advertising displays to clarify what repairs and reinforcements are allowed; the bill was presented as a safety and consistency measure for the billboard industry. AB 783 would authorize the Department of General Services to negotiate bulk pricing for construction materials to help disaster-affected communities rebuild more affordably, with supporters from the housing and building sectors and some members raising concerns about state contracting, storage, and implementation. AB 381 would update state procurement rules to better prevent human trafficking and forced labor in supply chains, aligning state policy with federal standards and drawing support from anti-trafficking advocates, labor, and local government representatives. AB 668 would extend drink-spiking prevention measures to music festivals by requiring test strips, drink lids, and reporting procedures; supporters emphasized victim safety and underreporting, while venue operators opposed the bill unless amended, citing feasibility and cost concerns. AB 880 would require prompt payment and indirect cost coverage for nonprofits contracting with the state, with broad nonprofit support and no opposition. AB 989 would make California Native American Day a paid holiday, with tribal and allied support. AB 592 would extend and expand temporary outdoor dining and alcohol service flexibilities for restaurants, with strong support from restaurant and business groups and opposition from alcohol policy advocates who preferred a narrower or permanent grandfathering approach. Most bills advanced on committee votes, generally on party-line or broad bipartisan support. AB 770 was moved to Appropriations, AB 783 was passed as amended to the Assembly Committee on Emergency Management, AB 381 was sent to Labor, AB 668 and AB 880 were sent to Appropriations, AB 989 was sent to Public Employees and Retirement, and AB 592 was sent to Health. The committee also took up a consent calendar containing several additional bills, which was approved. The hearing ended with the roll left open for additional votes and adjournment at 3:17 p.m.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Transportation - 02/12/25

Transportation

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Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Veterans and Armed Forces Apr 28th, 2026

Veterans and Armed Forces

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  • I'm the director of Peterson Outdoors Ministries, and I've been doing this.
  • And we're able to provide outdoor recreational therapy for over 500 veterans a year.
  • So in 2006 is when I first started taking veterans outdoors, getting them outdoors, anything to get their
  • And I believe if you're referring to Camp Baller Outdoors, I'm not sure.
  • Then we went and helped John Schwent get started on Camp Baller Outdoors.
Keywords: 959, house, all
Summary: The Committee on Veterans and Armed Forces met briefly and heard an informational presentation from Tron, director of Peterson Outdoors Ministries. He described the ministry’s 20-year effort to provide free outdoor recreational therapy for veterans, active-duty service members, military chaplains, female veterans, and families, centered at the Lodge of Hope near Sheldon, Missouri. He said the program uses hunting, fishing, devotional messages, and adaptive equipment to serve injured and disabled participants, and emphasized its focus on PTSD, family support, and veteran suicide prevention. Committee members responded positively, thanking him for the ministry’s work and discussing issues such as the high divorce rate among veterans, suicide, and the importance of family healing. Tron explained that the organization is funded mainly through churches, individuals, businesses, sponsorships, and occasional donations from event participants, and that it has expanded with RV pads and a bunkhouse because of growing demand. He also said the group is planning future events for Special Forces, military youth, and marriage retreats, and that the same faith-based model has helped inspire other similar organizations. No legislation was considered and no votes were taken. The meeting ended after members offered praise and the chair adjourned the committee.