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• Speaker, is whether you are aware that the budget was crafted in clear violation of the... ...eight occasions
• HB 4265 by Bumgarner relating to the violation of certain laws and provisions governing instruments by
• HB 4283 by LaHood relating to the penalties imposed on municipalities for violating state law and the
• regarding school laws and school district grievance procedures concerning complaints regarding violations
• roadway projects and the distribution of affordable housing funds to local government entities that violate

Bills: HJR4, HJR6, HB195, HB 13, HB143, HB135

Keywords: occupation tax, securities, financial regulation, tax exemption, legislative amendment, capital gains tax, realized gains, unrealized gains, investment income, asset sale, capital assets, wealth tax, estate tax, trust tax, tax limitation, constitutional amendment, Texas Constitution, Article VIII, property tax, sales tax

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• COMES TO YOUR HOUSE AND YOU CAN SIGN IT AND SEND IF THEY ARE NOT DOING THE DUE DILIGENCE THEY ARE VIOLATING
• TRYING TO AVOID PEOPLE INADVERTENTLY OR INTENTIONALLY GETTING THEMSELVES IN TROUBLE WITH THE LAW BY VIOLATING
• THE SPECIFIC PROVISION SPEAKS TO THAT INDIVIDUAL ALONE, NOT SOMEONE WHO HAS SOME OF THE VIOLATION.
• FOR QUITE A WHILE AND SEND IT IN MORE THAN 10 DAYS AFTER THEY SIGNED IT PERSONALLY, IS THERE ANY VIOLATION
• MAY 15, 2024 FEDERAL JUDGE MARK WALKER RULED NEARLY IDENTICAL CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS VIOLATED THE 14TH

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• a roadway violation.
• but it's a it's a roadway violation but it's a it's a roadway violation<00:48:09.760> it's<00
• it's not an election law violation it's not an election law violation<00:48:11.599> because<00
• I don't want to violate 391 issues, so...
• I don't want to violate 391 issues, so...

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• In 2022, we have a notice of a violation.
• In 2022, we have a notice of a violation.
• In 2022, we have a notice of a violation.
• In 2022, we have a notice of a violation.
• um in 22 we have a notice of a violation um in 22 we have a notice of a violation I'm<00:32:04.120

Bills: HF343, HF446, HF448, HF674, HF811, HF832, HF1661, HF1528, HF1536, HF1541, HF1670, HF1438, HF1714, HF1748, HF1835, HF1904, HF1929, HF1942

Keywords: HF343, Chisago County, Shorewood Park Sanitary Sewer District, Rush Lake, sewer extension, wastewater infrastructure, sanitary sewer, treatment pond, sewage treatment, capital investment, bonding bill, state bonds, Public Facilities Authority, local infrastructure, municipal utilities, water quality, sanitation, bond proceeds fund, Minnesota bonding, HF446

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• If a bill enacted into law or a measure approved by the voters on or after November 1, 2026, violates
• A court may not sever any portion of a bill or measure that violates the prohibition.
• And finally, the Secretary of State Court may not sever any portion of a bill or measure that violates

Summary: In caucus, members discussed two bills they expected to move to the floor, with the chair noting they needed 31 votes and also had nine additional bills to handle later. The first measure, HCR 2040, would amend the Arizona Constitution to bar school districts from using public money or resources to support labor organizations or conduct union activities during working hours; the Senate amendment also bars the state and political subdivisions from negotiating certain labor terms with unions while affirming employees’ right to negotiate their own terms. The bill’s sponsor concurred and argued it simply prevents taxpayer dollars from subsidizing a private organization. The second measure, HCR 2048, originally dealt with withholding elected state officers’ salaries until a budget is enacted, but the Senate replaced it with a strike-everything amendment focused on protecting scholarship accounts for children of military families. Staff explained the amended version would prohibit the state from confiscating money from those accounts under specified conditions, void any conflicting future law or voter-approved measure, and prevent severability of violating provisions. The sponsor strongly concurred, saying the measure was intended to stop harmful provisions, including a proposed anti-ESA ballot initiative, from affecting military families. No formal votes were taken in the caucus transcript, and members indicated they would go to the floor to pass the bills with limited discussion. The meeting ended with the chair adjourned the caucus.

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• They violated the speed trap law by about $17,000. That is a correct statement.
• But I mean, and I'm sure these people that you say were speeding, or whatever their violation, they were
• After the original violation, that judgment, any additional fines on that particular case do not.
• Now, Chief, speaking of other violations, as long as it's a traffic violation, it has to fall into a
• traffic violation before it's considered into this.

Summary: The committee approved the prior meeting minutes and then received updates on delinquent water and sewer reports, including seven new reinstatements and a reduction to four remaining delinquent filers. Staff also reported on municipal accounting code noncompliance, removing Denning and Gum Springs from the 60-day clock after improved records were verified, and presenting repeat findings for Fargo, Lead Hill, Alma, Jericho, and Haynes. Members discussed repeated audit problems, the length of time some issues had persisted, and whether towns should be given additional time or face stronger action; motions were made and adopted to place some entities on a 60-day clock or defer action to later meetings. For Fargo and Alma, staff described extensive repeat accounting deficiencies, including missing budgets, bank reconciliations, financial statements, receipts, journals, and supporting documentation. Fargo’s mayor said the town had been understaffed and was beginning to improve its office systems; the committee voted to defer the matter for 60 days and file the report. Alma’s officials said they were trying to correct water audit and accounting issues, and the committee likewise deferred the matter to the August meeting while warning that water-audit delays could jeopardize turnback funds. The committee then reviewed misuse-of-street-funds findings for Jericho and Haynes. Jericho’s police chief and officials explained that traffic fines, drug-related arrests, and other citations had pushed the town over the statutory threshold, while staff clarified that the speed-trap calculation excludes certain add-on fines and is referred to the prosecuting attorney for any action. Haynes officials said repayment problems stemmed from lost revenue and staffing changes, including the loss of the police department, but staff reported the town remained behind on its repayment plan and also owed the IRS. The committee voted to defer the Haynes matter to September and to defer Jericho as well, with members emphasizing the need for consistency and possible broader legislative review of small-town viability. A special report on the Pulaski County Regional Solid Waste Management District drew substantial discussion. Staff cited findings involving board approval of payroll and contracts, credit card documentation, car allowances and personal vehicle use, competitive bidding, and unusually high advertising spending, as well as the sale of trailers and other equipment at low prices. The district director said the board had delegated authority for many expenditures, that personal use was reported for tax purposes, and that advertising was necessary to educate the public about recycling. Members questioned the procurement and disposal decisions and the size of the advertising budget; after discussion, the committee deferred the report to September and asked the director to return. The meeting also included brief deferred reports on Biggers, Gilmore, and Holly Grove, which were filed after local officials described ongoing efforts to resolve long-standing audit and tax issues.

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• control of any invasive species on the lease premises, and to terminate the lease for refusal or violation
• ><00:12:41.120> for<00:12:41.240> refusal<00:12:41.800> or<00:12:42.000> violation
• the lease for refusal or violation. the lease for refusal or violation.
• So a sugarcane or a plant that doesn't require a permit to be present in the state is not a violation
• So a sugarcane or a plant that doesn't require a permit to be present in the state is not a violation

Bills: SB2319, SB2407, SB2489, SB2153, SB2321, SB2805, SB3010, SB2892, SB2595, SB2781

Keywords: agriculture, biosecurity, grant funding, food security, climate resiliency, agricultural development, Hawaii Island, property manager, agribusiness, state employment, invasive species, lease provisions, environment, food safety, farmers, local food systems, rural development, livestock, forage grasses, pest management

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• That the work that they do is actually enforcing the law and that if, in fact, there's a violation of
• where to get any recourse<00:44:51.359> if<00:44:51.599> somebody<00:44:51.760> violates
• <00:44:52.240> your recourse if somebody violates your recourse if somebody violates your
• :25.520> uh<00:46:25.760> Americans<00:46:26.800> against<00:46:27.200> violations
• <00:46:27.680> of as uh Americans against violations of as uh Americans against violations

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum call, approval of the prior journal, adoption of standing committee reports, second readings of House Files 3131, 3241, and 3436, and first readings of House Files 3814 through 3922. The chamber also referred House Resolution 6, calling for the impeachment of Governor Tim Walz, and House Resolution 7, calling for the impeachment of Attorney General Keith Ellison, to the Committee on Rules and Legislative Administration. The main floor debate centered on House File 3412, which would prohibit law enforcement officers from wearing masks while on duty, including local, state, and federal agents, with stated exceptions. Representative Long moved to suspend the rules so the bill could be recalled from committee and brought to final passage. Supporters, led by Representative Finke, argued that masked, unidentified officers undermine public trust, intimidate communities, and should not be allowed to operate anonymously; they framed the bill as a public safety and transparency measure. Opponents, including Representative Noatne, said the bill was poorly written, unnecessary, and could interfere with legitimate law enforcement needs, urging a no vote. Other members spoke at length on both sides. Supporters described recent incidents involving masked federal agents, family separations, and fear in communities, arguing that Minnesota should require identification and accountability for anyone enforcing the law. Opponents emphasized the professionalism of peace officers, the need for masks in some situations, and the importance of not stripping humanity from law enforcement. Representative Pinto also supported the motion, saying transparency and accountability are essential and that masked officers resemble “secret police.” The transcript does not include the final roll-call result or final disposition of the motion/bill.

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• The Judiciary declined to find that life without parole for a juvenile was a violation of the clause
• adopted to go after people who've been released on parole, who've done nothing wrong, who've not violated
• They've violated the conditions of their parole, but they're subject to this possibility of being revoked
• And the other thing that this statute does not do is address what happens if the individual violates
• and exposes truths in those violations.

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• And then for a second violation, that would require expelling the student... ...And then for a second
• violation, that would require expelling the student or terminating the employee's employment.
• So those violations are reported to DHS through the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System.
• And then if a violation is, is, is, is, is... ...investigation into that, working with law enforcement
• , and then if a violation is, if it's decided that a violation occurred, then take action as defined

Summary: The Senate met with a quorum, heard an invocation, dispensed with the previous journal, and received a House message. Members also recognized Dr. Namita Bardwaj as doctor of the day. The chamber then adopted Senate Resolution 554 honoring Christopher “Chris” Jake Stone of Santa Fe for his heroism during the 2018 Santa Fe High School shooting, with several senators and the lieutenant governor offering remarks about his sacrifice and the ongoing impact on his family and community. The Senate also signed a number of bills and resolutions and adopted Senate Resolution 533 recognizing the Texas Legislative Internship Program class, with multiple senators highlighting individual interns and the program’s role in developing future public servants. The floor then took up and passed several bills, often by suspending the regular order and the three-day rule. These included HB 1639 on a study of cancer incidence among female firefighters; HB 102 granting early registration for students in military-related programs; HB 4325 increasing civil penalties for barratry; HB 5342 creating a 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline trust fund and related funding study; HB 3370 allowing late timberland appraisal applications after an owner’s death; HB 3376 requiring certain guardians to complete dementia/Alzheimer’s training; HB 132 extending confidentiality protections to information about hostile acts by foreign adversaries; and HB 1978, which sought to restrict ERCOT interconnections, but its motion to pass to engrossment failed on a 20-11 vote. Additional measures passed included HB 511 on unsolicited voter registration mailings, HB 2187 on nurse staffing, retaliation, and overtime protections, HB 2510 creating offenses for unlicensed assisted living operations, HB 694 on DFPS notification timelines, HB 1893 making license plates in law-enforcement video nonconfidential for public information requests, HB 2733 updating barratry and solicitation laws for digital communications, HB 4506 allowing opt-in electronic zoning notices, HB 3751 transferring a TxDOT property to DPS, HB 3033 creating a grant program for nonprofits supporting injured or killed DPS employees, HB 4273 on Medicaid fraud prevention and eligibility verification, HB 3211 on vision care benefits, HB 4529 exempting certain DoD-certified child care facilities from state licensure, HB 2522 easing fingerprinting requirements for certain vehicle dealers, HB 4219 tightening public information request response requirements, and HB 4783 requiring a report on opioid antagonist programs. The Senate also received a House message noting passage of SB 9, and a nominations committee report was announced for future consideration.

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• holders to request hearings for disqualification of their commercial drivers, driving privileges violates
• It could be a firearm in the sense of non-deadly force, and still he could be in violation of this bill
• You can't do it every single time he is technically or she is technically in violation pointing at a
• If there's a civil rights violation, completely separate.
• And every, I've violated this statute hundreds of times in my law enforcement career.

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• AR-15s and pistols at me and my buddy's head because we were protesting an ordinance that was violation
• In violation of this bill. I'll bring it back to reality, though.
• You can't do it every single time he is technically or she is technically in violation. pointing at a
• If there's a civil rights violation, completely separate.
• And I violated this statute. hundreds of times in my law enforcement career.

Bills: HB2034, HB2436, HB3010, HB3033, HB3138, HB3177, HB3426, HB3686, HB3858, HB4176, HB4257, HB4264, HB4804, HCR98

Keywords: groundwater, foreign ownership, national security, water permits, environmental health, deadly conduct, firearm, recklessness, peace officer, prosecution, Penal Code, Texas laws, disaster recovery, infrastructure, rural communities, grants, state funding, emergency management, HB 3033, Texas Department of Public Safety

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• The bill also provides that a member of a county or municipal governing body who violates the prohibition
• The bill also provides that a member of a county or municipal governing body who violates the prohibition
• It's meant to frustrate, confuse, and leave to interpretation a light most favorable to—if I violate
• And I would go a step further, too, because you mentioned the violations, Senator Sharif, and say, too
• , my intent behind the bill, Further, too, because you mentioned the violations, Senator Sharif, and

Summary: The committee first took up SB 1134, which would extend and clarify the use of qualified private providers and computer-based tools in the building permit and inspection process for residential solar energy systems. The sponsor said the bill is intended to reduce long delays in solar permitting and make the process faster and cheaper; Senator Pizzo questioned whether the problem was limited to specific local governments, and a late-filed amendment clarifying the word “application” was adopted. After brief testimony from an industry representative supporting the measure, the committee reported the bill favorably, with Senator Pizzo voting no. Next, the committee considered SB 784, dealing with issuance of addresses and parcel identification numbers for plats and new development. The bill sets a 14-day timeframe, and an amendment was adopted that would allow use of a private provider if the deadline is missed and would bar fee collection if the local government fails to act within five business days. County representatives said they wanted to keep working on the bill and raised concerns about the private-provider language and the short deadlines, while several senators discussed whether the process should be handled earlier on the front end. The committee then reported the bill favorably. The committee also passed SB 1738 on transportation concurrency, which would let counties that previously opted out of concurrency opt back in by maintaining current levels of service. SB 1080, a local government land regulation bill, was described as a measure to speed development approvals by setting stricter timelines, limiting repeated information requests, and imposing penalties for noncompliance; local-government testimony opposed it as a loss of local control, while builders supported it. After debate, SB 1080 was reported favorably. SB 1260, which clarifies county constitutional officer budget procedures and creates an appeal process for clerks and supervisors of elections similar to sheriffs, was also reported favorably after members discussed possible adjustments to avoid burdening county budget negotiations. Finally, the committee took up SB 420, as amended by a strike-all, which would prohibit counties and municipalities from adopting or funding DEI-related ordinances, policies, programs, offices, or contracts, and would expose officials to misfeasance/malfeasance claims and local governments to lawsuits. The sponsor said the amendment removed retroactive language, delayed the effective date, and added definitions and contract-certification requirements, but many senators and public speakers argued the bill was overbroad, vague, and would chill local efforts such as Black History Month, women-owned business programs, minority contracting, and community outreach. Supporters said it would ensure merit-based government action and consistency with state standards. The amendment was adopted, but the bill drew extensive opposition testimony and debate over its scope and potential conflict with federal and state law.

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• I know the county attorneys violation.
• It's not a violation of law because you're drunk.
• violation of law because you're drunk. violation of law because you're drunk.
• <04:20:20.159> your legislate would vi not only violate your legislate would vi not only violate
• ><04:20:21.920> the constitutional duties but violate the constitutional duties but violate the

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• If a bill enacted into law or a measure approved by the voters on or after November 1st, 2026 violates
• A court may not sever any portion of a bill or measure that violates the prohibition.
• A court may not sever any portion of a bill or measure that violates the prohibition.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• <00:05:03.320> are Um in subdivision 2c, violations are Um in subdivision 2c, violations are
• To do so would be negligent and a violation of their duties.
• To do so would be negligent and a violation of their duties.
• To do so would be negligent and a violation of their duties.
• So, it would standards are violated.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• It will stop us from violating federal law. ...because we're violating the law because Democrats just
• It will stop us from violating federal law. ...they came to this country was violate federal law.
• That's also violating my rights.
• That's also violating my rights.
• That's also violating my rights.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Or do you do any communication or put on your website those vendors who are violating that?
• Is that it's also, sir, because the parole violation rate...
• if we can shrink those parole violations if we can shrink those parole violations through<03:58:
• reasons their parole is violated three reasons their parole is violated is<04:00:03.800> for<
• <06:02:10.638> the trying to stop them from violating the trying to stop them from violating

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee heard an overview from the Agriculture Commissioner on the department’s major divisions and staffing. He described the Office of the Commissioner, Agricultural Development, Pesticides, Regulatory Services, Weights and Measures, Animal Industry, Plant Industry, and Soil Conservation, noting that many programs are federally funded or supported by dedicated fees and fines. He said the department has 44 full-time positions plus one DoIT employee shared with other agencies, and that HR services are now contracted through Administrative Services. He also explained that Soil Conservation is administratively attached to the department and funded through Moose Plate grants and county contributions, not direct state funding. Members asked about specific program functions and issues, including weights and measures inspections, animal health, bird flu response, internships, invasive species, and the Big E/New Hampshire building. The commissioner said weights and measures covers nearly all commercial measuring devices and products sold by weight, and that inspectors are currently part-time police officers, though the department is discussing removing that requirement. He said the department is actively involved in bird flu monitoring, including regular calls with USDA and the state veterinarian and collecting milk samples from dairy farms. On invasive species, he focused on Japanese knotweed and bittersweet, saying the department has only one staff person working on the issue, mainly as a coordinator with DOT and towns, and that eradication is extremely difficult. He also said the department does not run student internships and refers inquiries to UNH Cooperative Extension. The committee discussed budget and revenue issues, including three new general fund positions, one of which is the assistant commissioner and another a biological scientist for invasive species. The commissioner said the department had been in “triage mode,” that an assistant commissioner was needed because of workload, and that the department is a net positive to the General Fund each year. He said some fees and fines have not been updated in decades and would require legislation to change, including a proposed $5 fee for each animal database certificate to help fund a system that costs about $250,000 annually to maintain. In response to questions about budget reductions, he said the department protected personnel, reduced the cost-of-care fund, fair grants, and land preservation funding to about $25,000 each, and did not plan to buy new vehicles or computers. He also said he could not support including the $50,000 Conservation District resilience grant program in his budget under the current reduction targets, though he remained hopeful it might be funded another way.

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• I know a lot of instances of violation of these various laws are civil penalties.
• And is this design question really a violation of the First Amendment?
• And is this design question really a violation of the First Amendment?
• They would violate the state contract.
• for violations. system standards, and they can assess penalties and violations for violations of those

Keywords: 908, all

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• So I think one way of identifying what are the most important violations or transgressions regarding
• code are the most commonly violated that people should know, or the most impactful for tenants?
• It seeks to limit claims to what they call material building code violations, or material violations
• Uh, the proposed change by this bill to add a material violation requirement of the building code is
• Thank you very violation is unnecessary. Thank you very much. >> Thank<01:19:34.640> you.

Bills: HB1991, HB1776, HB1897, HB1900

Keywords: liquor tax, alcohol, inflation adjustment, small craft breweries, public health, tenant rights, housing stability, landlord-tenant code, eviction prevention, multilingual resources, condominium, dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration, attorneys' fees, common expenses, construction defects, building code, statute of repose, statute of limitations

Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 1991, which would change Hawaii’s liquor excise tax structure to an ABV-based system. The Department of Taxation and the Tax Foundation of Hawaii took no position and stood on written comments. Supporters, including the Hawaii Public Health Institute and an individual testifier who described surviving a drunk-driving crash, argued that higher alcohol taxes reduce alcohol-related harms, save lives, and generate additional state revenue. The public health witness cited alcohol-related harms as a major preventable cause of death and said the tax increase would have only a small annual cost for most consumers. Most industry testimony was in opposition. Representatives of Lanikai Brewing Company, Maui Brewing Company, the Wine Institute, and the Hawaii Food Industry Association said the bill would sharply raise taxes on beer and wine, squeeze already thin margins, and threaten local jobs and businesses. They argued Hawaii producers already face high costs for labor, energy, shipping, and compliance, and said an ABV-based tax would be difficult to administer, would require additional testing and labeling work, and could reduce consumer choice. Several industry witnesses urged lawmakers to instead adopt a small-producer or class 18 carveout, with one suggesting a cap tied to 60,000 barrels. Committee members questioned the brewers about alcohol content testing, labeling, and whether smaller producers already measure ABV. Witnesses said many local producers do not certify ABV for in-state sales, that yeast and fermentation can vary by batch, and that an ABV-based system could require more testing than current practice. No vote or final action on the bill was taken during the portion of the meeting provided.