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• We use them at all levels, and especially in the early stages of land acquisition, just shopping land
• acquisition, and agreements.
• acquisition, and agreements.
• acquisition, and agreements.
• acquisition, and agreements.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• whether that's cobalt or acquisition whether that's cobalt or copper<00:33:00.799><c> or</c><00:33:01.279
• But, you know, and then watching what's going on internationally with resource acquisition, whether that's
• But, you know, and then watching what's going on internationally with resource acquisition, whether that's
• But, you know, and then watching what's going on internationally with resource acquisition, whether that's
• But, you know, and then watching what's going on internationally with resource acquisition, whether that's

Keywords: 1183, house

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• I don't think that DNR is intending to be the land manager, yes, but just for the acquisition.
• So, um, I think we were looking, we saw ourselves as with the acquisition, but beyond that, the actual
• So, um, I think we were looking, we saw ourselves as with the acquisition, but beyond that, the actual
• I think we were looking, we saw ourselves as with the acquisition, but beyond that, the actual... because
• HB 800, relating to government and our discussions on potential acquisition of the Ali Tower.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several water, land, and conservation measures. HB 86, which would fund a permanent DLNR Makai Watch coordinator position, drew strong support from DLNR and community advocates. Testifiers said the coordinator is needed to connect community-based nearshore monitoring groups with government, support training and reporting, and provide stable civil-service funding instead of relying on grants and philanthropy. The committee discussed the position’s duties and cost, estimated at about $110,000 with fringe benefits, and noted broad support from organizations including Kuaʻulu, The Nature Conservancy, OHA, and others. HB 36, relating to state water code penalties, was also supported in principle by DLNR, but the agency proposed amendments to create two tiers of violations, distinguish first-time/non-harmful violations from repeat or harmful ones, and give the commission discretion on whether each day counts as a continuing violation. DLNR said the bill is intended to address egregious cases such as Red Hill while avoiding undue impact on small farmers and others without malicious intent. Testifiers from the Board of Water Supply, Lono Initiative, and others supported stronger penalties and transparency, while Earthjustice raised concerns about broader structural issues and the risk of penalties being applied unfairly. The committee then heard HB 316, which appropriates funds to continue the Green Jobs Youth Corps program. DLNR, the Hawaiʻi State Energy Office, Kōkua, The Nature Conservancy, and other groups testified in support, describing the program as a workforce pipeline that places young professionals in communities, builds trust, and helps recruit future state employees. Supporters said the program has expanded capacity in watershed and reef management and has drawn extensive public backing. Finally, HB 506, funding equipment for the Oʻahu branch of DOCARE, received support from DLNR and others. DOCARE said recent recruit classes are moving through training, that the new positions will expand patrol capacity, including nighttime enforcement, and that the Oʻahu-specific funding is tied to priorities such as the Māʻili Bay herbivore rules. The committee also began hearing HB 510 on water shortage and emergency declarations. DLNR proposed limiting shortage declarations to 90 days unless extended, capping groundwater reductions at 20% for lower-priority permits, removing climate-crisis language as a standalone criterion, and moving the process into rulemaking for more public input. The Board of Water Supply supported the bill and the proposed changes, while Earthjustice urged deferral absent broader Water Commission reforms. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided; the chair indicated the committee would be decision-making after the hearing on items on the agenda.

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• The amendment also expands required disclosure of stock and stock options to include a range of reporting
• expands required amendment also expands required disclosure<00:05:56.000><c> of</c><00:05:56.240><c> stock
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• thanks to all of you for including our $4 million ask for the Hidden Village mobile homes park acquisition
• To all of you for including our $4 million ask for the Hidden Village mobile homes park acquisition,
• Our current funding request would support the acquisition of 52 additional acres.

Bills: SB6003, HB2353, HB2431, HB1983

Keywords: capital budget, funding, infrastructure, state projects, budget allocation, HB 2353, predesign thresholds, capital construction, major capital projects, Office of Financial Management, OFM, Washington state, state agencies, infrastructure planning, construction costs, inflation adjustment, capital facilities, project review, allotments, lease approval

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• key one, Senator, and DBED is focused a lot on the investment of that, whether it's through land acquisition
• key one, Senator, and DBED is focused a lot on the investment of that, whether it's through land acquisition
• key one, Senator, and DBED is focused a lot on the investment of that, whether it's through land acquisition

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism heard six bills on February 5, 2026, covering timeshare registration, Agribusiness Development Corporation authority, a North Kohala land parcel, business competitiveness, state enterprise zones, and Hawaii Technology Development Corporation. Testimony was largely supportive across the agenda. For SB 2359, DCCA said the bill would streamline annual renewals and plan amendments for timeshares, though it still wanted review time rather than automatic acceptance. For SB 2169 and SB 2170, ADC and Hawaii Farm Bureau supported the measures; members asked about condemnation authority and the intended agricultural use of the North Kohala parcel, with ADC stating it had no current lands it was seeking to condemn without authorization and that the parcel would be suitable for crops such as cucumber, eggplant, and tomato. SB 2263 drew broader discussion about how to measure and improve Hawaii’s business competitiveness. UHERO’s Dr. Steven Bond-Smith supported the bill’s intent but cautioned against relying on a mainland-oriented composite ranking as a benchmark for Hawaii, arguing it could mischaracterize the state’s economy. DBEDT responded that Hawaii must compete within the broader U.S. landscape and that the bill would add accountability and planning around competitiveness goals. On SB 2360, which revises the state enterprise zone program, DBEDT and other supporters said the program helps stimulate business activity and that the bill would better align the program with current business needs; a witness from Min Plastics said the current definition excluded businesses that do substantial custom manufacturing work, and another testifier urged combining enterprise zones with foreign trade zones. Committee questions focused on current zone locations, reporting, and whether technology, aerospace, and creative industries should be included. For SB 304, which concerns the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation, HTDC said the bill would expand allowable uses of funds and help support local companies as federal R&D grant opportunities change; it currently awards about 20 grants from roughly 50 applicants each year. After testimony, the committee recessed and then took up decision-making. It recommended passage of SB 2359 with amendments, including extending a review period from 45 to 60 days; SB 2169 with technical amendments; SB 2170 with amendments blanking out the bond appropriation amount; SB 2263 with amendments and a new definition section; SB 2360 with amendments; and SB 3084 with amendments blanking out its appropriation amount. All recommendations were adopted without objections, and the committee adjourned.

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• page eight, the Facilities Management Division is responsible for all construction of buildings, acquisition
• the Literacy Center highlighted here, or to acquire new facilities such as the ERB and Fistry acquisitions
• the Literacy Center highlighted here, or to acquire new facilities such as the ERB and Fistry acquisitions

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• And then, now we're at subdivisions, the bill exempts the division of land caused by the acquisition
• the system, let's apply for permits as quickly as we can along the way, even as that right-of-way acquisition
• then puts the staff work at the city level behind because we have to wait, if there's a contested acquisition

Bills: SB5633, SB6279, SB6291, SB6274, SB6309, SB5903, SB6016, SB5820, SB6132, SB6189

Keywords: land subdivision, zoning, property development, local government authority, real estate, infrastructure, wildfire, wildland urban interface, WUI, building code, fire-resistant construction, defensible space, hazard map, risk map, state building code council, department of natural resources, fire marshal, regional fire defense board, roofing standards, exterior walls

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• My name is James Maiton, and I'm the Director of Acquisitions for Seattle Social Housing.
• Further, the exemption from real estate excise taxes... ...would allow for reducing development and acquisition
• Reducing acquisition costs will allow social housing agencies to be more patient in the development process

Bills: SB6069, SB6167, SB6201, SB6205, SB6001, SB6026, SB6054, SGA9278, SGA9279

Keywords: affordable housing, homelessness, homeless shelter, emergency shelter, emergency housing, supportive housing, permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, low-income housing, very low-income, extremely low-income, housing crisis, land use, zoning, local preemption, urban growth area, UGA, planning, development regulations, permitting

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• However, you know, the port never got involved in that acquisition for many reasons.
• inventory coordination program, establish a procurement model for statewide aerial topographic LIDAR acquisition
• inventory coordination program, establish a procurement model for statewide aerial topographic LIDAR acquisition

Summary: The Transportation Committee heard SB 356 by Senator Wright, which would create an opt-in framework allowing counties and municipalities to designate certain roads for utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs) under local conditions, including driver licensing, insurance, and speed-limit restrictions below 55 mph. Senator Wright said the bill would give law enforcement clearer authority and mirror the local-option approach used for golf carts. Supporters included a retired Volusia County sheriff and county commissioner, who argued UTVs are safer than golf carts and are already being used on roads, while opponents from the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association and Honda warned that UTVs are designed for off-road use, lack federal safety standards, and pose crash and tire-blowout risks on public roads. Several senators raised safety concerns, especially about speed and crash severity, but the committee ultimately voted to report SB 356 favorably. The committee then held a lengthy discussion on seaport infrastructure and funding, beginning with a moment of silence for JaxPort COO and former FDOT employee James Bennett. FDOT presented data showing Florida’s 16 deepwater seaports generate major cargo volume, jobs, and economic impact, and described state funding programs such as FSTED, SPI, and the construction aggregate grant program. Port representatives from Port Everglades, PortMiami, Port Tampa Bay, and the Port of Palm Beach described record cargo and cruise activity, major capital projects, and the need for continued state and federal support for dredging, bulkheads, cranes, rail, and terminal expansion. Senators asked about ROI, trade shifts, intermodal connections, fuel and LNG availability, leverage and reserves, and operational risks such as flooding, sea level rise, and channel depth; port officials emphasized resiliency, private partnerships, and long-term master planning. The committee also confirmed appointees to the Tampa Hillsborough County Expressway Authority and the Tampa Port Authority in one vote, with no objection. Finally, FDOT presented the statewide mapping programs work group report required by SB 1662, explaining that coordinated statewide use of LiDAR and aerial imagery could reduce duplication, improve emergency management and planning, and support insurance and storm-damage assessment. FDOT recommended a formal statewide coordination program, shared procurement and cost-sharing agreements, dedicated staffing, and statutory updates to Chapter 334 to support interagency agreements and recurring funding.

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• teachers can actually teach academic content in their partner language, not just support English. acquisition
• Is it because they're intentional about language acquisition and bilingualism and biliteracy?
• Language acquisition pieces to that in order to make sure that students are completely leveraging all

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• Page 17 are two acquisitions, property acquisitions that were done with Freeport-McMorrin money.
• The Doubley Ranch was an acquisition of 5,900 acres with restoration projects to restore its habitat

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• and members of the committee members this session we have witnessed spirited debate regarding the acquisition
• been mentioned earlier, U.S. companies are subject to a range of transactions. including mergers, acquisitions
• requesting filings for 13 such transactions out of 342 filing CFIUS reviewed 153 that involve the acquisition

Bills: HB256, HB1308, HB1554, HB1743, HB2308, HB2351, HB2858, HB3676, HB3784, HB4312, HB4552, HB4823, HB4852, HB5007, HB5010, HB5520, HB5524, HCR19, HB256, HCR19

Keywords: E-verify, employment verification, illegal employment, state contracts, government entities, license suspension, immigration compliance, state grant funding, E-Verify, compliance, penalties, immigration, government contracts, employee status, state contractors, E-verify program, legally present, employment practices, legal services, public money

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• I appreciated hearing from you about your perspectives on private equities, acquisition of hospitals,
• And these guidelines outline the criteria for the FTC to consider as it looks at mergers and acquisitions
• So much of that was based off of government research funding or government acquisition when microchips

Keywords: Senate Committee, Commerce, Science, Technology, Quantum Computing, Artificial Intelligence, FTC, Consumer Protection, Innovation, Emerging Technologies

Summary: The meeting of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation featured significant discussions regarding technological advancements and their implications for the future. Notably, nominations were made for key positions in the White House's Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Federal Trade Commission. Committee members expressed the importance of leading in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing, emphasizing that the pace of innovation is crucial for maintaining the United States' global position as a leader in technology. The discussions also highlighted the role of the FTC in protecting consumers from deceptive business practices and ensuring fair competition in the marketplace. Attendees underscored the urgency of advancing research and development in areas such as quantum computing, as evidenced by a demonstration of a new quantum chip anticipated to redefine computing capabilities across industries. Various members engaged in vibrant exchanges, showing support for initiatives aimed at bolstering innovation through public and private collaboration. Overall, the meeting set a strong agenda for pursuing future science and technology policies that ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of global advancements.

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• As of June this year, 22 state contracts have been issued to vendors to begin the acquisition process
• the Governor's Office, and the Department of Commerce to make sure we are setting up a program of acquisition
• lines as far as the Chinese thing, and I know some guys like to rib us about essentially use and acquisition
• In the first wave of acquisitions, which will be starting immediately, we just issued state contracts
• as an aviation expert, would say that I don't expect our state agencies to take on the burden of acquisition

Keywords: 908, all

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• So um at the same time charter school leaders are navigating uh you know land acquisition financing development
• So um at the same time charter school leaders are navigating uh you know land acquisition financing development
• So um at the same time charter school leaders are navigating uh you know land acquisition financing development
• ><00:15:29.279><c> you</c><00:15:29.440><c> know</c><00:15:29.600><c> land</c><00:15:29.920><c> acquisition
• </c> navigating uh you know land acquisition navigating uh you know land acquisition financing<00:15:

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee on Education met on March 19 and moved through several bills under time pressure, hearing mostly brief testimony. SB 2024 SD2 and SB 896 SD2, both concerning public-private partnerships for charter school facilities, drew support from the Department of Education, the Charter School Commission, White Kids Can, and Hawaii Technology Academy. DOE said any P3 model should apply only to charter schools on private land and not affect public schools on DOE land. Supporters argued the approach could speed construction, reduce costs, and keep public money in public assets, while UPW and HGA raised concerns about privatization. In response, SFA said the intent was to mirror the existing conversion charter school model, with public ownership of assets and unionized staff, and noted some regions have waited years for schools. SB 2613 SD1 on TMK transfers was heard next. DOE said the bill had originally been supported as part of the governor’s package but was amended to require DOE to convey lands for 13 libraries on DOE property, which DOE said would create “donut holes” in campuses and was unnecessary because existing agreements already govern library use. The State Public Library System supported the bill, saying it has long coexisted with DOE but needs clearer separation and more reliable control over its sites. The Attorney General’s office said the library system currently lacks express statutory authority to own real property and flagged implementation issues because some of the affected parcels are not currently owned by DOE. Committee members questioned both sides about current agreements, communication, and how the bill would change operations. SB 494 SD2, concerning charter school audits, received comments from the Charter School Commission, which said the bill was redundant because charter schools already undergo annual audits during the term of their contracts. The Office of the Auditor was also present. SB 2391 SD2, relating to automatic pay increases for teachers, drew strong opposition from the Office of Collective Bargaining, which said step movement and longevity increases are negotiated in each contract and do not automatically carry over when a contract expires; it warned the bill could affect upcoming negotiations with HSTA. HSTA and several other supporters argued the bill would standardize annual step movement, improve retention, and reflect existing contract language. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the meeting provided.

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• The building just under that is the Porter Education Building, a $1 million acquisition that we do our
• Tolbert House is an acquisition as well, as is the Mural House next to it, and we house visiting interim
• This acquisition is worth $4 million, and we're going to have to invest a lot.
• ><c> valued</c><00:59:14.480><c> at</c><00:59:14.799><c> $4</c> this acquisition is worth valued at $4
• this acquisition is worth valued at $4 million<00:59:16.400><c> and</c><00:59:16.880><c> uh</c><00:59

Keywords: This meeting is taking place on location at the Kentucky State University Cooperative Extension Building Room 238 using on site equipment., 958, all

Summary: The interim Commission on Race and Access to Opportunity met at Kentucky State University and heard a presentation from President Kofi Aapo and Vice President Michael Dorsy on the university’s role as an HBCU and its current priorities. They emphasized Kentucky State’s impact on Black student outcomes nationally, its focus on workforce development, civic leadership, innovation, and economic mobility, and its efforts to grow enrollment, expand dual-credit partnerships, and launch a prison education program. They also described House Bill 250’s role in prompting program review and the creation or expansion of market-aligned offerings, including manufacturing engineering, agricultural engineering, biological and agricultural engineering, social work, criminal justice, and expanded online programs through “Thoroughbred Global.” A major topic was Kentucky State’s move toward STEM and applied programs. President Aapo said the university is diversifying beyond liberal arts to meet workforce demand and cited plans for a PhD in agroecology, which he said would help farmers adapt to climate conditions and would be federally funded. He also discussed the nursing program as the fastest-growing on campus, partnerships with health systems that pay tuition and guarantee jobs, and the need for a new nursing facility. He said the current nursing space is inadequate and that a new building could double or triple enrollment in the program. He also described a mobile health initiative intended to bring preventive care and health education to underserved areas of the state. Members asked questions about the nursing building, STEM strategy, teacher preparation, dual credit, prison education, and student readiness. Senator Bledsoe asked about the shift toward STEM, and Aapo said the strategy is based on student demand and data from House Bill 250. Senator Berg requested a list of dual-credit partners and encouraged long-term tracking of prison education participants to study outcomes such as recidivism; Aapo said the university has not yet begun that research but intends to. Senator Tidner asked about remedial needs, and Aapo said KSU found more than 100 students with zero GPAs when he arrived and is using co-requisite support and tutoring to address English and math deficiencies. Representative Brown and others highlighted the historical and ongoing value of HBCUs, and no votes or formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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• This is administrative expenses related to for-profit entity acquisitions of nursing homes and assisted
• This is administrative expenses related to for-profit entity acquisitions of nursing homes and assisted
• So this is a proposal that I believe I mentioned earlier related to for-profit entity acquisitions of
• 23.359><c> of</c><00:53:23.680><c> nursing</c><00:53:24.000><c> homes</c><00:53:24.160><c> and</c> acquisitions
• of nursing homes and acquisitions of nursing homes and assisted<00:53:24.720><c> living</c><00:53:25.040

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• If some other town will housing stock.
• I apologize, but a town like mine, there's a lot of low-income and middle-income stock.
• I apologize, but a town like mine, there's a lot of low-income and middle-income stock.
• They would have lower targets and existing workforce housing stock.
• I believe then if the housing stock.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• They know when to sell stocks. They know when to buy stocks in industries that they are regulating.
• They know when to sell stocks. They know when to buy stocks in industries that they are regulating.
• They know when to sell stocks. They know when to buy stocks in industries that they are regulating.
• They know when to sell stocks. They know when to buy stocks in industries that they are regulating.
• They know when to sell stocks. They know when to buy stocks in industries that they are regulating.

Keywords: 1189, house, all