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• Um, just to get an idea of the change in our filings, we processed over 830,000 filings in fiscal year
• just<00:11:09.279> to<00:11:09.440> get<00:11:09.519> an<00:11:09.760> idea
• /c><00:11:10.399> of<00:11:11.040> the<00:11:11.360> change um just to get an idea
• of of the change um just to get an idea of of the change in<00:11:11.760> our<00:11:11.920>
• this thing a little bit when it comes to disclosure and privacy issues, and so I would support an idea

Bills: SF0082

Keywords: registered agents, corporate governance, entity ownership, business regulations, transparency, 916, all

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• the needs of the legislature if the idea the needs of the legislature if the idea is<00:39:57.839
• I think if if you know the LBO is idea.
• as an idea to talk about. as an idea to talk about.
• Um, but I like the idea of going out and maybe finding some of the nonfiscal impacts.
• But I like the idea of going out and maybe finding some of the nonfiscal impacts.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The Legislative Budget Caucus Public Commission met with a quorum present, approved the September 3, 2025 minutes, and then heard a presentation from Legislative Budget Office Director Christian Larson on proposed updates to the fiscal note uniform standards and procedures. The main changes clarified that agencies must still complete a fiscal note when a bill or section cannot be implemented because of federal law, with the note explaining the implementation issue and costing only the portions that can be implemented. A second change said technical comments about possible future litigation may be included in the narrative but not in the cost tables. Members discussed how these rules would apply when only part of a bill is unimplementable versus when an entire bill is, and whether requiring a note in those cases is the best use of agency time. The commission also approved a new procedure on funding-source assumptions for expanded programs, including assuming the current funding source unless the bill says otherwise and defaulting to the general fund if no source is identified. The updated standards and procedures were adopted by a 7-0 roll call vote, with Senator Wickland excused. The commission then received a second presentation from Director Larson on a possible analysis of the accuracy of fiscal estimates and budget items after enactment. He described this as a variance analysis comparing fiscal note estimates to actual fiscal impacts, intended to improve future estimates, inform the legislature, and increase accountability. He summarized practices in other states, noting that most variance reviews are ad hoc, while Utah and Tennessee have more formalized legislative reports; he also referenced an LBO pilot review done in 2022 based largely on Tennessee’s model. The presentation outlined possible report formats, including a single annual report, standalone briefs, or topic-specific reviews, and raised implementation questions such as who would select items for review, whether the analysis should be limited to fiscal notes, what statutory authority or data access would be needed, and what resources would be required from both agencies and the LBO. Members did not take action on the second presentation. Representative Anderson and Vice Chair Pratt commented that the proposal is complicated but potentially useful for improving future fiscal notes and transparency, and the chair indicated the discussion was for future consideration rather than an immediate decision.

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• And in my view and in the view of the constituents who brought this idea to me, Texas must not leave
• We think it's a great idea for there to be an ability to make one call.
• Got any ideas? I do not. Thank you. Members in questions. Uh, I just One question. Oh.
• Another potential idea would be any new construction.
• Uh, I also think it's a good idea to have a, a true one-call system.

Bills: HB206

Keywords: HB206, school district bonds, bond election, voter approval, Education Code, Chapter 45, Section 45.003, Section 45.0034, Texas schools, school finance, local tax election, bond referendum, school construction, capital improvements, election frequency, five-year waiting period, district bonds, public school funding

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• <00:15:40.360> to<00:15:40.480> meet being fatal to give you an idea to meet being
• Now, you may be saying that it's absurd, the idea that I can't teach about that.
• Now, you may be saying that it's absurd, the idea that I can't teach about that.
• Now, you may be saying that it's absurd, the idea that I can't teach about that.
• Now, you may be saying that it's absurd, the idea that I can't teach about that.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The House Standing Committee on Postsecondary Education met to consider House Bill 4, relating to postsecondary education. Before taking up the bill, the committee adopted a committee substitute. The substitute removed language creating a private right of action and immunity provisions, added a definition of “indoctrinate,” revised language tied to the Attorney General, and added a new section directing the Auditor of Public Accounts to review compliance every four years. If an institution is found out of compliance, it would have 180 days to cure the issue or become ineligible for formula funding increases in the following fiscal year, with an opportunity to petition the Attorney General. The substitute also added language barring licensing authorities from requiring diversity, equity, and inclusion training as a condition of initial or renewal licensure. Representative Decker presented the bill as an effort to end what she described as unconstitutional DEI practices in Kentucky’s postsecondary system and to refocus colleges on academic instruction, equal opportunity, and affordability. She argued that DEI offices and initiatives have cost taxpayers heavily and have not improved enrollment outcomes for low-income and underrepresented students. Michael Frasier, testifying in support, framed the bill as an equal-protection measure rather than simply an anti-DEI bill, saying it targets preferential treatment and discrimination while exempting traditional civil-rights compliance offices such as Title IX, disability, and other anti-discrimination functions. He also argued that the bill aligns with recent U.S. Supreme Court precedent and that Kentucky should shift toward socioeconomic-based approaches. Several members raised concerns about the bill’s assumptions and effects. Representative Willner questioned the claim that DEI initiatives caused enrollment declines and asked why the state would not make such programs more inclusive instead of eliminating them. Representative Stalker argued that the bill ignored decades of exclusion in higher education and asked what would replace DEI efforts aimed at closing achievement gaps and preventing brain drain. Supporters responded that the bill addresses unconstitutional preferences and that the state should move toward equal treatment and socioeconomic factors rather than race-based criteria. After discussion, the committee substitute was adopted, and the committee continued consideration of House Bill 4.

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• <00:25:29.760> of really exemplifies the idea of really exemplifies the idea of solidarity
• Although I think this is a good idea and a provision, I think 25% is way too much.
• Although I think this is a good idea and a provision, I think 25% is way too much.
• Um, I think it's a good idea to have this bill.
• Um, I think it's a good idea to have this bill.

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• There were some, as with any idea that succeeds or fails, there were some kernels of very good ideas
• That was a kernel of an idea that was part of Sanford, that also was part of this.
• <01:10:01.360> which ideas there a kernel of the ideas which ideas there a kernel of the ideas
• <01:10:12.400> Al<01:10:12.600> although the kernels of those ideas Al although the
• we're building on those ideas we think we're building on those ideas now<01:10:14.880> and<01

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Link, I have no idea what you just said.
• Chairman and Representative Machinbucker, that's a great idea.
• So I like the idea.
• But we'd be happy to share some ideas.
• I mean, we’ve got all kinds of ideas.

Summary: The committee was called to order, the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer were offered, and the minutes from the previous meeting were approved. Members then received a memo summarizing major audit items and began hearing audit presentations from the State Auditor’s Office and private auditors on a range of state agencies and organizations. Several audits were reported as clean, including the Bank of North Dakota, the North Dakota Guaranteed Student Loan Program, the Office of the Governor, the Office of the State Treasurer, the Office of Management and Budget, the Department of Transportation’s flexible transportation fund, Lake Region State College, and the Department of Environmental Quality. The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association also received an unmodified opinion, though repeat findings were noted for limited segregation of duties and financial statement preparation due to its small staff. The Council on the Arts audit found two findings: payroll charged to federal awards without adequate timekeeping records, and unallowable expenditures from a restricted cultural endowment fund. The Department of Public Instruction audit identified unsupported scholarship applications in the paraprofessional-to-teacher program, though additional testing showed the funds were used for their intended purpose. The most extensive discussion centered on the North Dakota Racing Commission audit, which identified four findings: overspending the promotion fund’s 25% operating limit, grant conditions not being met, improper Breeders Fund awards, and improper procurement for advertising services. Racing Commission director Bruce Johnson acknowledged complacency and weak controls, said the agency would tighten procedures, and explained that the commission had since worked with procurement and would follow the rules more closely. Auditors also explained that the commission would now be audited every two years because of the findings. Another major discussion involved the University of North Dakota School of Law, where auditors found a lack of documentation supporting admissions decisions for post-baccalaureate programs. UND officials said they remain in good standing with the American Bar Association but agreed better documentation and tools are needed; the committee pressed for more transparency and follow-up on admissions criteria. The committee also received an update on Dakota College at Bottineau, where Minot State University reported that bank reconciliations had been brought current after a significant backlog and would now be maintained through shared services. Members requested a written follow-up report on the issues and corrective actions. Finally, the North Dakota Fair Association explained that its foundation has been dissolved and remaining funds were transferred to another nonprofit for continued support of the state fair, and the Department of Public Instruction provided an update on school meal debt, saying the reported amount was about $1.1 million from a partial district survey and that debt remains a local issue, though it could be revisited if school meal funding changes.

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• And I think it's a fantastic idea.
• And I think it's a fantastic idea.
• And I think it's a fantastic idea.
• And I think it's a fantastic idea.
• could it also hits the a fantastic idea could it also hits the idea<00:50:06.319> of idea of

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The Public Higher Education Study Committee held an organizational meeting and received an update from the university and community college systems on implementation of recommendations from the governor’s higher education task force. The systems said the task force report contained about 40 recommendations, and they have focused first on operational items while continuing to work on larger policy issues, including better alignment of public higher education with workforce and economic development needs. The committee also discussed reporting requirements under the amended law and whether quarterly reports are required or whether annual updates are sufficient unless the committee requests more. A major topic was expanding Early College and dual-enrollment opportunities. The chancellors reported strong growth in Early College participation, significant student and family savings, and state scholarship support that they described as producing a strong return on investment. They said the goal is to build clearer pathways so students can earn college credit, reduce debt, and stay in New Hampshire for postsecondary education. They also noted ongoing work to simplify admissions and transfer processes, including about 100 transfer pathways between the systems, direct-admit efforts for community college and university students, and continued development of transfer equivalency tools. Members pressed the systems and the Department of Education on direct outreach to high school students, especially juniors, so students would know they are eligible for direct admission and other opportunities. The main obstacle discussed was access to student contact information, with officials saying the issue may involve contract limits with the College Board and possibly statutory constraints on sharing data. Department of Education staff said they are meeting with the systems and vendors to determine what changes are needed. Committee members urged faster action so students and families can receive letters or other notices about in-state options, affordability programs such as Granite Guarantee, and pathways to community college and university enrollment.

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• That was where the idea started.
• look forward to discussing all my ideas look forward to discussing all my ideas with<00:39:45.359
• seems like that would be a good idea seems like that would be a good idea because<02:31:24.800><
• I ask that you continue to be consistent about your ideas of the free market, consistent about your ideas
• > about<03:32:59.200> your<03:32:59.439> ideas market, consistent about your ideas

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• seconded that we adjourn until Tuesday, April 8th, or perhaps a little bit later than that, given the idea
• later than that perhaps a little bit later than that given<00:02:15.640> the<00:02:15.879> idea
• what<00:02:16.800> some<00:02:17.000> other<00:02:17.200> things given the idea
• of what some other things given the idea of what some other things we're<00:02:17.599> working

Keywords: Part three will take place after the second executive session, 958, all

Summary: The committee took up a personnel action package. A motion was made and approved to recognize the appointments of Denita Kiten as assistant executive director, effective March 16, 2025, at a salary of $90,000 per year, and Lorie Smither as executive assistant to the commission, effective March 16, 2025, at a salary of $80,000 per year. The motion also included increasing the executive director’s salary to $135,000 effective March 16, 2025. In the same motion, the committee approved the part-time employment of John Scott as fiscal officer to assist with budget preparation and review at a rate of $50 per hour beginning April 1, 2025. The motion was seconded, there was no discussion, and it passed by voice vote. The meeting then moved to adjournment. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded, and the committee voted to adjourn, with the next meeting tentatively discussed as April 8 but ultimately left without a firm date.

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• There's an intersection between Medicaid and the IDEA.
• >> Um, so this is where IDEA and Medicaid may not totally align.
• I just want to clarify too under IDEA law, an individual can say no thank you and please don't access
• >> Um, so this is where IDEA and Medicaid may not totally align.
• that's defined under the idea. that's defined under the idea.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Summary: The commission to study special education costs under SB 57 met for its second meeting, with members introducing themselves and reviewing background materials on New Hampshire special education identification rates, NAEP results, and a Wall Street Journal article about the rise in autism diagnoses. The chair explained that the commission is examining special education aid formulas, including how New Hampshire’s current catastrophic aid threshold works and how changes to that threshold might affect school districts, but noted that the needed data on how many students would shift into the aid system at lower thresholds is not yet available. The main testimony came from Henry Litman of HHS on Medicaid reimbursement in schools. He explained that school-based Medicaid funding is tied to health-related services, not all special education services, and that federal rules are changing in state fiscal year 2027. Under the new approach, schools will move away from an in-kind methodology to a certified public expenditure model that may also allow recovery of some overhead costs, such as support staff time. He said the state won a federal grant to help build the new system, hired a vendor, and is setting up training and a help center for districts. Members asked about why Medicaid claims have declined and whether districts are leaving money on the table. Litman said claims are down about 25% from pre-pandemic levels, with declines tied to federal and state rule changes, documentation requirements, provider qualification rules, and the end of temporary pandemic flexibilities. He said some districts adapted better than others depending on local medical-provider access and administrative capacity. He also said the new federal legislation does not directly affect schools, while New Hampshire’s return to pre-pandemic eligibility rules has reduced enrollment somewhat. No votes were taken, and the discussion ended with agreement that the commission needs better data to determine how much special education spending is truly Medicaid-eligible and whether additional legislation is needed.

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• We give ideas for getting evicted.
• they see a concept and know the idea they see a concept and know the idea they<01:08:15.280>
• and we all have different ideas.
• idea and we all have different ideas. idea and we all have different ideas.
• great idea. great idea.

Bills: HF2435

Keywords: healthcare, dementia services, public health funding, opioid prevention, women's health, community health boards, mental health, 1183, house

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• systems review. she came up with ideas systems review. she came up with ideas to<00:19:09.200>
• Just an idea.
• <00:49:57.119> Just<00:49:57.359> an<00:49:57.520> idea.
• Just an idea. You know, very chime in. Just an idea.
• The idea in small claims court is court.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Judiciary Committee heard Governor’s Message 790, the nomination of Karen T. Nakasone to serve as chief judge of the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals for a 10-year term. The chair announced that no vote would be taken that day and that the committee would vote on Thursday. Testimony was overwhelmingly supportive, with the chair reading that there were 103 supporters, zero opposed, and one comment. Supporters included current and retired judges, public defenders, bar association representatives, former elected officials, and community members. They described Nakasone as intelligent, fair, hardworking, well respected, and a strong leader with deep legal experience. Several speakers emphasized her judicial temperament, her work as an advocate and judge, and her community involvement, including leadership in civic and civil rights organizations. One pro se litigant also testified that she had been treated kindly and respectfully by Nakasone in prior interactions. The Hawaii State Bar Association reported that it had conducted an interview and review process and found her qualified for the position. In her own remarks, Nakasone introduced family and colleagues, described her 30-year legal career, and said her first job after law school was as an ICA law clerk. She highlighted the court’s backlog reduction efforts under Acting Chief Judge Katherine Leonard, saying the number of older pending appeals had dropped significantly through team-based reforms, and stated that she would continue that work if confirmed. The hearing ended without questions from the committee and with the nomination held for a later vote.

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• <00:14:57.519> is impose that extra fine but the idea is impose that extra fine but the idea
• <00:20:27.799> is do some other things but the idea is do some other things but the idea is
• A witness responded, "Sure, yeah, I can give some idea there."
• We, uh, it's paying benefits to dead people's not a good idea.
• Paying benefits to dead people is not a good idea.

Bills: HF1855, HF102, HF1082, HF1354, HF2184, HF1792, HF2296, HF2429, HF2543, HF2566

Keywords: veterans, benefit services, accreditation, consumer protection, civil penalties, disclosure requirements, HF102, Sibley County Road 166, Freedom Drive, Arlington, Sibley County, Minnesota transportation bonds, bonding bill, capital investment, road extension, highway access, intersection improvements, right-of-way acquisition, water main, sewer improvements

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• He said the prime sponsor's idea of broadening the bill to include more than just surgical procedures
• <01:04:37.799> of appreciate the prime sponsor's idea of appreciate the prime sponsor's idea
• The idea of a disease being transmitted, um, if I'm vaccinated, uh, I can no longer get the disease,
• The idea of a disease being transmitted, um, if I'm vaccinated, uh, I can no longer get the disease,
• The idea of a disease being transmitted, um, if I'm vaccinated, uh, I can no longer get the disease,

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• <00:07:10.000> into improvements uh connect their ideas into improvements uh connect their
• ideas into the<00:07:10.360> marketplace<00:07:10.879> and<00:07:11.000> then<00
• from our mistakes to new take new ideas from our mistakes to new take new ideas for<00:18:28.840
• <00:19:08.080> that up um food entrepreneurial ideas that up um food entrepreneurial ideas
• received to help move those ideas received to help move those ideas forward<00:19:43.000> and

Keywords: 1183, house

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• of doing Postcards From the Future, but that project was hamstrung by the idea that you would need a
• So what we were able to do is just put the students' work and their ideas in front of AI.
• in the kūpuna in the community to get their ideas as well.
• They had their kind of ideas of what they wanted to tell the next generation of teachers.
• So this is a tool called Whisk by Google, again free, and the idea changed overnight.

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• We really have no idea what the freeze is.
• <01:48:24.960> was a lot of work to do the whole idea was a lot of work to do the whole idea
• But if we're going to lay it over and have further discussions, I think that's a great idea.
• But if we're going to lay it over and have further discussions, I think that's a great idea.
• <02:04:46.559> on Latz and come up with some ideas on Latz and come up with some ideas on

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• reflect the priorities of these ideas reflect the priorities of Hawaii's<00:08:57.399> youth<
• Businesses may have much better ideas than for what they can do, sorry, ideas for business that fit them
• Businesses may have much better ideas than for what they can do, sorry, ideas for business that fit them
• > for they can do sorry they're ideas for they can do sorry they're ideas for business<01:43:22.199
• <01:43:23.719> for business a that fit them ideas for business a that fit them ideas for business

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• with potentially violations of the IDEA with potentially violations of the IDEA and<01:08:05.039
• <01:29:22.400> And idea. It's been around for 74 years. And idea.
• the idea of adding that in there. Okay. the idea of adding that in there. Okay.
• Um, if there's an idea about how year.
• So the idea that this separately?

Keywords: 1189, house, all