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• Line 707 reflects costs tracked for the delay of waiver reimagined to 1128 with systems active by 7127
• This delays the implementation of Waiver Reimagined Phase 2 and requires the commissioner to develop
• The impact of this delay is felt by their families and our communities.
• William is nonverbal and was diagnosed with autism and cognitive delays at the age of three.
• Subdivisions 1D through 1U are repealed under 256I.05.

Bills: HF2434

Keywords: healthcare, personal care assistance, worker retention, disability services, state funding

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• <00:19:48.039> the Pu has the authority to delay the Pu has the authority to delay the standard
• :54.679> automatic<00:19:55.080> delay indefinitely this automatic delay indefinitely this
• <00:35:58.000> means comply indefinitely that delay means comply indefinitely that delay means
• Park that and the attempt to repeal the Park that and the attempt to repeal the nuclear<00:41:33.839>
• <01:37:30.520> the members um so the the um delaying the members um so the the um delaying

Keywords: 1183, house

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• <00:23:06.799> in some reason there was a delay in some reason there was a delay in utilizing
• The House repeals these provisions code.
• That is being repealed by the Senate in section 51.
• <00:48:28.960> statutes finally, they repeal obsolete statutes finally, they repeal obsolete statutes
• And predating state fire code repealed.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• the notice of rule development, and a copy of the agency's statement specifying the reason for the delay
• deadlines, any agency failing to do so will be invited to appear before the committee to explain the delay
• a provision whereby the entire rule or portion thereof will automatically sunset, expire, or be repealed
• The emergency rule may be repealed before it expires by publishing a notice of the intended action in
• Can you talk about the two-year delay?

Summary: The Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability met for its first meeting of the session, took roll, and heard a presentation from Ken Plant of the Joint Administrative Procedures Committee on SB 108, the 2025 law overhauling Florida rulemaking. The presentation focused on new deadlines for agencies to begin and publish rules, limits on automatic sunset provisions, changes to emergency rule procedures, expanded public input on statements of estimated regulatory costs, a five-year review cycle for existing rules, and new licensing-reporting requirements. Members asked about the review timeline and emphasized the need to keep agencies accountable for meeting the new requirements. The committee then reviewed the Department of Management Services’ response to Auditor General Report 2025-1096 on fleet management. DMS said the audit found 10 issues, most of which it believes it has addressed, and described the statewide fleet system as tracking about 27,000 assets with limited staff. DMS highlighted two major improvement ideas that would require funding: an enterprise telematics system to automate vehicle data and improve tracking, and centralized fleet procurement to reduce duplication and save money. Members questioned the status of FleetWave implementation, missing vehicle records, integration with other state systems, and access controls for separated employees. DMS explained that FleetWave is fully implemented but still relies on manual data entry, that discrepancies with the state accounting system largely reflect mismatched or inconsistent entries, and that policies and procedures were updated after the audit. The department said it now works more closely with People First to deactivate access when employees leave. After discussion, no further business was raised, and the committee adjourned without objection.

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• Democrats have supported, defended, and refused to repeal the dozens of unfunded mandates and cost shifts
• <00:07:06.240> dozens<00:07:06.639> of<00:07:06.720> unfunded refused to repeal
• the dozens of unfunded refused to repeal the dozens of unfunded mandates<00:07:07.680> and<00
• Repealing the retail delivery fee that was put in in 2023, ending the tax on Social Security.
• Don't delay. Just let people know where you're at.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: House Speaker Lisa Damoth and Leader Harry Niska held a press availability focused on “affordability” in Minnesota, arguing that families are being squeezed by rising costs for groceries, child care, housing, insurance, energy, and property taxes. They blamed recent DFL control for spending down an $18 billion surplus, raising taxes, and adding mandates and fees, and said House Republicans are prioritizing lower taxes and reduced mandates to help families keep more of what they earn. They outlined a package of Republican proposals, including making the state’s reinsurance program permanent, expanding direct primary care, requiring the state to pay for new health care mandates, allowing schools and local governments to opt out of some unfunded mandates, creating a property tax commission, eliminating taxes on tips and overtime, repealing the retail delivery fee, ending the Social Security tax, lowering car tab and boat fees, and returning future surpluses to taxpayers. They also criticized DFL proposals such as additional health care mandates, a climate super fund, and higher car tab fees, and said they oppose any new tax increases. In response to questions, the leaders said some affordability measures could be affected by federal policy, but emphasized that many cost drivers are within state control. They said they are open to broader property tax relief, including caps, and to investments in DHS and county systems modernization to reduce fraud and improve efficiency. They also said they do not expect a large omnibus bill at the end of session, arguing that bills should move individually through committee and onto the House floor, and they accused House Democrats of delaying bills for bargaining leverage. No votes were taken.

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• CS for SB 7014 delays the repeal date from October 2, 2026, to October 2, 2031, for two public record
• This exemption will be repealed on October 2, 2026, unless this bill becomes law. That is the bill.
• Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is an open government sunset review to save from repeal
• By being saved from repeal. That is the bill. Are there questions on the bill?
• Members, this bill saves the current public meeting and records exemptions from repeal.

Summary: The Committee on Rules met with a quorum and took up a long agenda of bills, most of which were reported favorably. Early measures included CS/SB 62 on candidate qualification, which would allow qualified candidates or political parties to sue over violations of party-affiliation qualification requirements, and CS/SB 156, the Officer Jason Raynor Act, which would clarify resistance-to-officer language and impose a mandatory life sentence for manslaughter committed against a law enforcement officer. SB 156 drew strong support from the City of Daytona Beach and law enforcement groups, while the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers opposed parts of it, arguing the bill removed existing limits on force and erased sentencing distinctions. The committee also approved several open-government sunset review bills, including CS/SB 7014, SB 7016, CS/SB 7012, SB 7000, SB 7002, SB 7004, SB 7006, and SB 7008, all of which extend or preserve public records or meeting exemptions for topics such as social media investigations, small business loan records, motor vehicle enforcement records, emergency shelter information, military affairs records, conviction integrity unit materials, Public Service Commission proceedings, and Gaming Control Commission records. The committee also approved SB 624, allowing batterers’ intervention programs to offer optional faith-based activities, with supporters saying faith-based counseling can help reduce domestic violence and opponents not appearing in the excerpt. HB 167 on former phosphate mining lands was reported favorably after supporters from the Florida Chamber and Associated Industries backed the bill, which limits strict liability claims involving natural geological substances on former phosphate mines but not phosphogypsum stacks. CS/SB 48 on housing, as amended, would require local governments to allow accessory dwelling units, limit certain local barriers, and extend housing incentives; it drew broad support from housing, business, real estate, and advocacy groups. SB 288 on rural electric cooperatives, CS/SB 364 on CPA licensure modernization, SB 292 on public records protection for appellate court clerks, CS/SB 296 and CS/SB 298 on domestic and dating violence protections and related public records exemptions, and SB 386 on farm equipment warranty protections were also reported favorably, generally with supportive testimony from affected industries, advocacy groups, or public safety stakeholders. Later, the committee approved SB 168 expanding public nuisance law to include gambling houses and increase penalties and enforcement tools. It also heard but temporarily postponed CS/CS/SB 290 on the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services after the chair allowed public testimony because many stakeholders had traveled to attend; one opponent, a longtime builder, argued the bill could criminalize contractors who withhold payment for deficient subcontractor work. The meeting concluded with members recording additional votes on selected bills and then adjourning.

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• This delays the 52 is a new proposal.
• :55.039> of<00:24:55.360> family delay the implementation of family delay the implementation
• <00:25:07.200> supported article 2 delays the supported article 2 delays the supported decision-making
• However, by repealing subdivision rate.
• So subdivisions 1D through 1U are repealed under 256.05.

Bills: HF2434

Keywords: healthcare, personal care assistance, worker retention, disability services, state funding, 1183, house

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• or not a repeal, excuse me.
• or not a repeal, excuse me.
• or not a repeal, excuse me.
• or not a repeal, excuse me.
• Not a repeal, excuse me.

Bills: HF1976

Keywords: paid leave, family leave, employment law, Minnesota statute, benefit eligibility, seasonal employment, workforce, labor rights, 1183, house

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• of a repeal means that there's no money associated.
• <00:13:50.680> means repeal and because of a repeal means repeal and because of a repeal means
• <01:03:16.279> in um and this program had some delays in um and this program had some delays
• Is that a simple repeal? Yep.
• They would continue to be cared for at the... repeal you think yep all right I do have repeal you think

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first recessed briefly, then took up HB 570, the prescription drug affordability board (PDAB). The chair and several members discussed the House amendment to repeal the board, which removed the fiscal note. The main concern raised was that the PDAB had not yet produced a clear business case showing value for the taxpayer investment, despite several years of work and four annual reports. Supporters of the repeal said the board’s recent report was largely redundant and that the board should either demonstrate a strong return on investment or be shut down; others cautioned against discarding the program too quickly and urged more time to refine the mission and legislative language. No vote was taken, and the committee appeared to agree to retain the bill for further work, with the possibility of revisiting it in a formal executive session on Tuesday. Members also shifted into discussion of HB 2, beginning with Section 85 on opioid abatement trust fund dollars for shelter programs. Department of Health and Human Services officials explained that the provision would provide $10 million from the opioid abatement trust fund, replacing general funds in the governor’s budget, while also noting an additional $2.5 million prioritized needs request for shelter care that was already fully funded. Committee members asked about shelter bed capacity, job placement efforts, and the remaining balance in the opioid fund; DHHS said there are 934 contracted beds and that case management includes help with housing and employment. Officials also said the current proposed budget includes another $1 million later in HB 2 from the opioid fund. The committee then began discussion of Sections 86 through 87, which would preserve the department’s ability to transfer funds between personnel lines. DHHS said the provision is operationally critical and that losing it would make it extremely difficult to manage the department, though it would not have a direct fiscal impact. The next item introduced was Section 88, extending a suspension related to eligibility for services until July 1, 2027; DHHS indicated that if the suspension were not continued, it would likely increase expenditures for Community Mental Health Centers and potentially others. No votes were taken during this portion of the meeting.

Transcript Highlights:

• So the reassignment could cause some delay.
• You could repeal, you basically would do that by repealing the law. I will point out.
• Probably the point for consideration is that that two-year delay.
• TPC, that is almost a guaranteed delay of four to six months.
• I just, I look at it, how is that not delay the placement of children more?

Bills: HB26, HB140, HB141, HB142, HB215, HB26, HB140, HB141, HB142, HB215

Keywords: Medicaid, nutrition support, maternal health, chronic conditions, pilot program, DFPS, Department of Family and Protective Services, child protective services, child abuse investigations, child neglect, child exploitation, advisory committee, Family and Protective Services Council, council abolition, foster care, due process, investigative procedures, child welfare, parental rights, family preservation services

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• Also note that in the repealer, there's a repeal of the HCBS innovation grants program.
• <00:40:44.600> the are repaid, and then repealing the are repaid, and then repealing the program
• > of<00:40:56.240> the in the repealer, there's a repeal of the in the repealer, there's a
• Sections 16, 17, 18, 19, and paragraphs B and C in the repealer are the complete repeal of waiver reimagined
• in the repealer are the complete repeal in the repealer are the complete repeal of<00:41:51.200>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Section 18 is again from the governor and Senate File 2002, Senator Clark, and delays the repeal of various
• <00:37:30.800> the<00:37:31.040> repeal<00:37:31.520> of Senator Clark and delays
• the repeal of Senator Clark and delays the repeal of various<00:37:32.480> comp<00:37:32.880>
• Then there's a repealer on page 41, which is section 11, and that repeals some provisions related to
• > repeals<00:58:24.559> one<00:58:24.720> subdivision uh the repealer repeals one

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• repeal of the Civil Defense Act, and H. 2620, the repeal of Red Flag Laws.
• The only thing that we can do is repeal Chapter 135.
• Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024 is hereby repealed.
• Of course, I hope that you'll repeal Chapter 155.
• Said today, we support the repeal of these bills.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The hearing focused heavily on firearms legislation, especially bills to repeal Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2024 (including H. 2618/S. 1671 and related repeal measures) and bills on firearm industry accountability (H. 2672/S. 1653). Supporters of repeal, including Senator Peter Durant, Rep. Ken Sweezey, gun owners, instructors, sportsmen, and women’s gun-rights advocates, argued that Chapter 135 overreaches, creates confusion in licensing and training requirements, burdens lawful gun owners, restricts pepper spray and semi-automatic firearms, and is being enforced in ways they said criminalize responsible conduct. Committee members defending the law said it was the product of years of work, public listening sessions, and multiple drafts, and argued that Massachusetts remains the safest state for gun violence and that implementation issues, such as live-fire training, had been delayed to allow time for regulations and infrastructure. Several witnesses also testified on H. 2672/S. 1653, which would create firearm industry standards of conduct and allow civil actions against manufacturers, distributors, and dealers that engage in unsafe or unlawful practices. Supporters from the Massachusetts Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence, Everytown, Brady, Giffords, and survivors described the bill as a way to hold the industry accountable, reduce the flow of crime guns, and give victims and the Attorney General a path to sue bad actors. They cited data on crime-gun traces, disproportionate impacts on communities of color, and examples from other states that have enacted similar laws. Opponents, including gun dealers and industry representatives, argued that existing law already punishes illegal sales, that most crime guns are stolen or diverted after lawful sale, and that the bill would improperly target manufacturers for the actions of others. The committee also heard testimony on a bill to remove the non-resident ban on semi-automatic firearms for hunting (H. 2710/S. 1676), with Backcountry Hunters and Anglers supporting the change as a way to restore access for returning residents, veterans, and hunting programs that had been displaced. Later testimony returned to repeal and related gun-law bills, with sportsmen’s groups arguing Chapter 135 was rushed, confusing, and harmful to youth hunting and lawful ownership. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the hearing; it was a public testimony session with extensive questioning by committee members.

Transcript Highlights:

• So the reassignment could cause some delay.
• This bill repeals the original ICPC agreement and replaces it with revised language.
• , you basically would do that by repealing the law.
• That is almost a guaranteed delay of 4 to 6 months.
• Um, each and every one of these delays adds to the trauma that our children are experiencing.

Bills: HB 26, HB 140, HB 141, HB 142, HB 215

Keywords: Medicaid, nutrition support, maternal health, chronic conditions, pilot program, DFPS, Department of Family and Protective Services, child protective services, child abuse investigations, child neglect, child exploitation, advisory committee, Family and Protective Services Council, council abolition, foster care, due process, investigative procedures, child welfare, parental rights, family preservation services

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• The A12 amendment that is before you would stop that repeal.
• um working yet because they were delayed um working yet because they were delayed until<00:07:07.440
• We made that change, but what this bill is doing is repealing that change.
• <00:18:09.840> that this bill is doing is repealing that this bill is doing is repealing that
• In particular, I'm concerned about the repeal of the Medigap open enrollment period.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• the delayed certificate of marriage. the delayed certificate of marriage.
• The delayed or on the ... >> Talking about the delayed.
• The delayed or on the ... >> Talking about the delayed.
• The delayed or on the ... >> Talking about the delayed.
• The delayed or on the ... >> Talking about the delayed.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• When the buyer can actually take possession of that gun, by delaying the possession of that gun, by delaying
• and her right to a firearm was delayed and her right to a firearm was delayed she<00:54:12.680><
• <05:07:33.718> RSA bill repeals RSA bill repeals RSA 1598<05:07:36.080> correct<05:
• the bill repeals the bill repeals 15988<05:15:08.600> um<05:15:08.958> I<05:15:09.080
• today and this bill would repeal today and this bill would repeal 15910<05:15:54.558> okay

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• This bill is simply to repeal a piece of law.
• Whatsoever, this bill is simply to repeal a piece of law that is unjust.
• Repeal this law cleanly.
• It's been said that repealing this statute creates jackpot justice.
• It's been said that repealing this statute creates jackpot justice.

Summary: The Civil Justice and Claims Subcommittee considered one bill, HB 603, which would repeal section 768.21(8), the Florida medical negligence wrongful death exception often referred to by supporters as the “Free Kill” law. The sponsor argued the current statute unfairly bars certain families—especially adult children or parents of unmarried adults without minor children—from recovering non-economic damages when a loved one dies from medical negligence, while such damages are available in other wrongful death cases. Supporters, including family members, AARP, and some legal advocates, testified that the law is discriminatory and denies equal access to justice for grieving families and vulnerable adults. Opponents, including physicians, hospital and insurer representatives, and business groups, argued that repeal would increase malpractice exposure, raise premiums, worsen access to care, and accelerate physician retirements or departures from Florida. Several urged that if the bill moves forward, it should be paired with caps on non-economic damages to balance the impact on the health care system. Supporters countered that negligence must still be proven, that the law creates unequal treatment, and that existing tort reforms have not lowered premiums. The sponsor closed by rejecting claims that the bill is “jackpot justice” and emphasizing that families deserve court access and accountability. After debate, the committee voted on HB 603 and passed it 16-2. The meeting then adjourned.

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• significant construction project delays significant construction project delays across<00:25:20.799
• <00:47:35.200> and unpermitted work to avoid delays and unpermitted work to avoid delays and
• delays don't just affect contractors. delays don't just affect contractors.
• So this is a vote to take this non-compete repeal, partial repeal, out, send the bill to the floor.
• So this is a vote to take this non-compete repeal, partial repeal, out, send the bill to the floor.

Bills: HF3228, HF2441

Keywords: workers' compensation, insurance programs, employee protection, Minnesota statutes, safety regulations, prevailing wage, certified payroll, payroll reporting, construction contracts, public works, project registration, labor standards, contractor compliance, subcontractor reporting, state government, Department of Administration, Commissioner of Labor and Industry, Metropolitan Council, highway construction, public construction

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• Jack Leuen, one of 135 testimonies. um House Bill 1549, uh repealing um House Bill 1549, uh repealing
• law<00:14:28.079> prohibiting proposing to repeal the law prohibiting proposing to repeal
• I know this sounds counterintuitive to actually repeal this.
• <00:41:43.119> progress Hawaii cannot afford to delay progress Hawaii cannot afford to delay
• But an arrest is pretty—there's no delays.

Bills: SB2275, SB2390, SB2540, SB3142, SB2414, SB2340, SB2848

Keywords: Medicaid, disability, buy-in program, workers with disabilities, income eligibility, premium structure, biomarker testing, health insurance, medical coverage, state law, health maintenance organization, juvenile justice, youth penalties, minors, court fees, court costs, fines, surcharges, restitution, fee waiver

Summary: The House Committee on Health heard testimony on a series of bills related to public health, pharmacy regulation, disability access, and health care infrastructure. HB 1535, creating an income tax credit for automated external defibrillator installations, drew support from the Department of Health, tax department comments, and public testimony emphasizing AED access in community and transit settings. HB 1765, requiring safety warnings for spear fishing gear, received comments from DLNR and strong support from a free-diving safety advocate who described blackout risks and argued for point-of-sale warnings. HB 1549, which would repeal the law prohibiting drug paraphernalia, drew mixed testimony: the Department of Health, the Public Defender, and harm-reduction advocates supported repeal as a public health measure, while HPD and a county prosecutor opposed it, warning it could encourage drug use and create public safety issues. The committee also heard HB 1550, which would exclude drug testing products from the definition of drug paraphernalia. The Department of Health and harm-reduction advocates supported the bill, saying drug checking tools save lives and help prevent overdoses, while one written opponent was noted. HB 1995, allowing people who are blind or deaf to receive disabled parking permits, drew opposition from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, the Disability and Communication Access Board, and other opponents, while a few written supporters were also noted. HB 1671, allowing licensed dental hygienists to place interim therapeutic restorations in public health settings, received support from the Department of Health and several oral health organizations, with the Board of Dentistry offering comments. HB 1643, establishing a framework for pharmacy audits and record retrieval, prompted the most extended discussion. The Board of Pharmacy and independent pharmacy representatives supported the bill as a needed framework to limit burdensome audits and protect patient care, while HMSA raised concerns about possible conflicts with upcoming federal PBM reforms and potential unintended consequences. Committee members questioned both sides about timing and workload, and supporters argued the bill was needed now to protect rural and independent pharmacies. Finally, HB 1978, appropriating funds for a new outpatient care center in North Kona, received strong support from Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Queen’s Health Systems, the Kona-Kohala Chamber, and others, who described it as a long-term investment in West Hawaii’s health care capacity and economy. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion of the hearing provided.