Transcript Highlights:

• So, I don't think that's part of the problem.
• So, I don't that's part of the sense.
• power itself and it's part of judicial power itself and it's part of the<01:18:46.480><c> separation
• So I think it makes that part much more useful.
• And again, that's because it's part of the process, not the outcome.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I just needed to hear this one part again. Yeah, no, that's a perfectly reasonable request.
• Regrettably, I was never consulted or part of that.
• Regrettably, I was never consulted or part of that.
• Does the bill allow that, and is that part of the discussion ongoing with opposition?
• So I'd be honored to be part of the team.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Part of this, so the purpose of the bill is really to certainly incentivize and encourage, you know,
• I don't care what party you are a part of.
• My daddy led a NATO Joint Expeditionary Task Force during Korea, and my ex-husband began 26 years of
• When a patient walks into the office and they're part of the LGBT community, and they see those...
• Well, they're political because they exclude members that are not part of those organizations.

Summary: The committee took up several claims bills and tax-related measures. It reported favorably SB 20, providing $400,000 in relief to J.N., a minor injured on a Hillsborough County sidewalk, and SB 14, providing $1.7 million to the estate of Pineal Januier after a drowning at a Miami Beach youth center pool. It also approved SB 674, which would let property appraisers, like tax collectors, budget for hiring and retention bonuses with Department of Revenue approval. In each claims bill, the sponsor described the underlying incident, the settlement amount, and the remaining payment sought under sovereign immunity limits; there was no opposition on the claims bills. The bonus bill drew support from property appraisers who said it would help them compete for specialized staff without requiring new appropriations. The committee then considered SJR 1510 and its implementing bill, which would create a new homestead-like property tax benefit for owners who lease a non-homestead property for more than six months as residential rental housing. Supporters said it was intended to encourage more affordable rental housing by extending a $50,000 exemption and Save Our Homes-style assessment cap to qualifying properties. County and city representatives, the Florida League of Cities, and the Florida Association of Counties opposed the proposal, warning of major revenue losses, reduced public safety funding, and tax shifts to other property owners and businesses. Several senators also raised concerns about density, parking, and whether landlords would actually pass savings on to renters. Despite the opposition, both the constitutional amendment and the implementing bill were reported favorably. The committee also approved CS for CS SB 268, as amended to include congressional members, creating a public-records exemption related to certain residential information for elected officials. The First Amendment Foundation opposed it, arguing the bill lacked a sufficient public purpose and could hinder transparency, while senators supporting it cited real threats and harassment against themselves and their families. SB 100, which bans government display of flags representing political viewpoints and allows active or retired military members to use reasonable force to stop desecration of the U.S. flag, also passed after extensive debate. Opponents argued it was vague, unconstitutional, and aimed at pride and other identity-related flags; supporters said government buildings should not display political messages and that the bill protects neutrality. Finally, the committee approved CS/SB 1664, which would require voter reapproval every eight years for local discretionary taxes such as tourist development taxes and local option taxes, with exceptions for pledged bond revenues. Cities, counties, tourism groups, and the restaurant/lodging industry opposed it, saying it would create uncertainty, threaten tourism and infrastructure funding, and complicate long-term planning; Senator Sharief and others said the measure would disrupt existing surtax-backed projects and revenue streams.

Transcript Highlights:

• I just needed to hear this one part again. Yeah, no, you're a perfectly reasonable request.
• Regrettably, I was never consulted or part of that.
• We can include that as part of the record. I can do that. Okay. You're welcome. All right.
• Does the bill allow that, and is that part of the discussion ongoing with opposition?
• So I'd be honored to be part of the team.

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several public safety bills, with most of the discussion focused on AB 1650, AB 2014, AB 1886, AB 2126, AB 2624, and AB 2257. AB 1650 would require clearer identification on privately owned vehicles rented or leased to government agencies for enforcement operations; supporters framed it as a transparency and safety measure in response to ICE activity, while no opposition testified. AB 2014 would allow post-conviction habeas relief where gender bias or stereotypes were used at trial and may have affected the outcome; supporters described cases involving sexist and anti-LGBTQ stereotypes, while the California District Attorneys Association opposed the bill as overbroad and likely to restrict relevant evidence, though the author said recent amendments removed the evidence-code provisions and left only the habeas remedy. AB 1886 would extend a 12-month probation presumption to youth in out-of-home placements and those discharged from secure youth treatment facilities; youth advocates supported it as a fairness and rehabilitation measure, while judges, probation officials, and district attorneys opposed it as undoing a recent compromise and limiting individualized decisions. AB 2126 would speed hiring of peer partners in child welfare by creating a narrow exemption process for certain foster-youth-related offenses; it drew broad support and no opposition. AB 2624 would expand the Safe at Home address-confidentiality program to immigrant service providers, employees, and volunteers; supporters cited threats, doxing, and harassment, while one journalist opposed it over possible effects on reporting, and the author and committee members said the bill preserves press protections and is narrowly aimed at threats and harassment. AB 2257 would restore county authority to create a separate corrections department to run jails instead of the sheriff; supporters argued it would improve accountability and address jail deaths and fiscal problems, while sheriffs opposed it as unnecessary and said sheriffs are already subject to oversight. The committee also noted several bills pulled by their authors and adopted a consent calendar of unrelated measures. Votes were not always taken immediately because the committee was waiting for a quorum, but AB 2624 was moved on a do-pass-as-amended motion to Appropriations and left on call, and the chair indicated support or favorable recommendations on several of the other measures.

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• I think the other part, Mr.
• That’s another exciting part of this.
• That’s another exciting part of this.
• That’s another exciting part of this.
• That’s another exciting part of this.

Keywords: 916, all

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• But that's only one part of our work.
• c><00:02:37.360><c> that's</c><00:02:37.599><c> only</c><00:02:37.760><c> one</c><00:02:38.000><c> part
• But that's only one part of students. But that's only one part of our<00:02:38.560><c> work.
• I think it's part of the problem, though. Um, anybody else have any comments, questions? All right.
• Madam ex president. Ex-president. Yes, exactly. Once a president, always a president.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• already um because these positions were already um listed<00:17:49.520><c> at</c><00:17:49.720><c> exe
• > as</c><00:17:50.240><c> exempt</c><00:17:51.200><c> during</c><00:17:51.520><c> the</c> listed at exe
• as exempt during the listed at exe as exempt during the process<00:17:52.000><c> of</c><00:17:52.200
• Ariel Wix I'm part of the royal family Ariel Wix I'm part of the royal family of<01:47:38.760><c> and
• </c><02:33:38.319><c> a</c><02:33:38.680><c> historic</c> conservation part a historic conservation part

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. HB 114, concerning employment in the State Historic Preservation Program, drew support from DLNR, which said the measure would help retain qualified archaeologists, architects, and other professionals by preserving current pay levels for a limited number of positions. Members raised concerns about expanding exempt positions and the effect on union coverage, and DLNR said it was also working with DEHRD on longer-term reclassification issues. No vote was taken on the bill in the portion provided. HB 12, relating to tort liability, drew strong opposition from the Hawaii Association for Justice, which argued the bill would create overly broad immunity for landowners, conflict with Hawaii’s comparative fault framework, and undermine existing recreational liability law. Supporters said it would reduce liability concerns and encourage landowners to allow hiking, hunting, search-and-rescue training, and firearms-related uses on private land. The committee then moved on without any recorded vote in the excerpt. The committee also discussed HB 29 on counties, but no county representative was present, and members questioned whether the proposal should instead proceed through condemnation if it involved a forced sale. HB 175 on property maintenance received DLNR comments that the bill should be narrowed to noxious weeds and that fire-related provisions were more properly handled by county fire departments and the State Fire Marshal. HB 331 on permits drew support from several state agencies, but the Honolulu Board of Water Supply opposed it unless “repetitive construction” was defined more clearly; members and agencies discussed narrowing the bill to avoid unintended impacts on water and utility infrastructure. The committee also heard strong support for HB 3 on North Shore beach management, HB 309 on fish ponds, and HB 306 on water code penalties, though the Board of Water Supply raised concerns about increased fines and suggested an alternative governor’s bill and clearer administrative rules.

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• </c><00:24:05.840><c> of</c><00:24:06.000><c> your</c> &gt;&gt; Well, I I will address part of your &
• gt;&gt; Well, I I will address part of your question<00:24:06.400><c> since</c><00:24:06.640><c> it</
• Um we're having part of your question.
• </c> party, to Representative Norris and I ex party, to Representative Norris and I ex and<00:26:56.159
• Part of that combination was the BCA.

Bills: SF856, HF3168, HF3528, HF389

Keywords: Inspector General, fraud prevention, state audit, public funds, misuse, transparency, government accountability, ethnic councils, diversity, governance, state participation, community representation, barbering, licensing, examinations, barber schools, public safety, certifications, Barber Examiners Board, Minnesota Historical Society

Transcript Highlights:

• And this is why New Hampshire has typically wanted to be part of that formation so that our standards
• So, for the most part, uh, medical care.
• So, for the most part, uh, so<00:29:38.320><c> I'll</c><00:29:38.559><c> support</c><00:29:38.880><c>
• Me as an ex-convict, I have a track mark on my arm. I am a criminal. I used to be a deadbeat dad.
• If you're certified, you have to do the right thing for the most part.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Thank you for being a part of Houston. 343 344 345 346 347 348 349 350 351 352 Mr.
• It's from a private school, to military academies, to junior colleges, and in 1965, it proudly became part
• Parenthood also came under fire for undercover videos that revealed it was illegally selling baby parts
• SB 921 by Sparks relating to conducting an ex parte renewal of the recipient's Medicaid eligibility with
• chief executive officer of the institution and chief executive. officer of the university system, part

Bills: HB630, HB420, HB767, HB1708, HB2842, HB1404, HB2457, HB140, HB333, HB227, HB913, HB201, HB2198, HB 109, HB2763, HB519, HB 1261, HB 1135, HB1318, HB2358, HB2415, HB2765, HB2735, HB3307, HB1373, HB694, HB 1242, HB272, HB1437, HB1888, HCR78, HCR12, HCR128, HR7, HR11, HR37, HR69, HR83, HR89, HR100, HR123, HR129, HR137, HR254, HR258, HR289, HR293, HR318, HR324, HR350, HR368, HR370, HR372, HR379, HR406, HR407, HR432, HR445, HR471, HR504, HR506, HR507, HR528, HR567, HR572, HR591, HR592, HR593, HR603, HR614, HR621, HR673, HR684, HR685, HR687, HR700, HR701, HR711, HR712, HR754, HR757, HR758, HR760, HR764, HR765, HR766, HR767, HR768, HR769, HR770, HR771, HR772, HR774, HR776, HR777, HR778, HR779, HR780, HR783, HR784, HR784, HR6, HR6, HR17, HR17, HR18, HR18, HR49, HR49, HR170, HR170, HR236, HR236, HR247, HR275, HR355, HR356, HR364, HR672, HR690, HR690, HR755, HR755, HR756, HR756, HR759, HR759, HR762, HR762, HR763, HR763, HR781, HR781, HR785, HR785, SB2, SB260, SB569, HB2, HB2000, HB213, HB222, HB645, HB1458, HB 1022, HB141, HB643, HB3093, HB1700, HB 117

Keywords: outboard motors, certificate of title, vessel regulation, Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, marine documentation, HB 420, Texas Water Code, special district, water district, board meetings, meeting location, teleconference, videoconference, remote meeting, public hearing, tax rate hearing, special districts, Cedar Creek Reservoir, county boundary, local government

Transcript Highlights:

• Part of this, so the purpose of the bill is really to certainly incentivize and encourage, you know,
• I don't care what party you are a part of.
• My daddy led a NATO Joint Expeditionary Task Force during Korea, and my ex-husband began 26 years of
• When a patient walks into the office and they're part of the LGBT community and they see those flags,
• Well, they're political because they exclude members that are not part of those organizations.

Summary: The committee took up several claims bills first and reported both favorably without debate. SB 20, relating to relief of J.N., a minor, would pay the remaining $400,000 of a $600,000 settlement after an 11-year-old was injured on a Hillsborough County sidewalk with a known defect; SB 14, relating to the estate of Pineal Januier, would authorize payment of the remaining $1.7 million of a $2 million settlement after a drowning at a Miami Beach youth center pool. Both bills were supported by the sponsors and the Senate Special Master’s favorable recommendations, and both passed on roll call votes. The committee then considered SJR 1510 and its implementing bill, SB 1512, both by Senator Avila, which would create a new property tax benefit for owners who lease a non-homestead residential property for more than six months in order to encourage more affordable rental housing. Local governments, the Florida League of Cities, and the Florida Association of Counties opposed the proposal, warning of major revenue losses, impacts on public safety and services, and uncertainty for local budgets; several senators also questioned whether landlords would pass savings on to renters and whether the measure would worsen density and parking issues. Despite the opposition, both measures were reported favorably after the sponsor said the bills would be refined and revised. SB 674, by Senator Wright, was reported favorably with support from property appraisers who said it would let them budget and pay hiring or retention bonuses, similar to authority already given to tax collectors, to help compete for specialized staff. CS for CS SB 268, by Senator Jones, also passed after an amendment adding congressional members; the bill would create a public-records exemption for certain home-address information for elected officials, and debate centered on balancing transparency with safety after members described death threats and harassment. The committee then approved SB 100, by Senator Fine, which would bar government buildings from displaying flags representing political viewpoints and allow active or retired military or National Guard members to use reasonable force to stop desecration of the U.S. flag; the bill drew extensive opposition from transparency, civil rights, and LGBTQ advocates who argued it was vague, unconstitutional, and aimed at pride flags, while supporters said government should not endorse political messages. Finally, CS for SB 1664, by Senator Trumbull, was reported favorably after a strike-all amendment. The bill would require voter reapproval every eight years for certain local discretionary taxes, including tourist development taxes and some local option taxes, unless pledged to revenue bonds. Cities, counties, tourism groups, and the lodging industry opposed it, saying the measure would create uncertainty, threaten tourism marketing and beach restoration funding, and make long-term infrastructure and debt planning difficult. Senator Trumbull argued the proposal simply gives voters a recurring chance to decide whether they still support the taxes and the projects they fund.

Transcript Highlights:

• This is part of people vacation.
• Um that uh it is a big part of attend.
• All of that can happen at the early part of the school year.
• All of that can happen at the early part of the school year.
• The the early part of the school year.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• do you have an idea of what two part do you have an idea of what this<00:12:34.320><c> testing</c><00
• So in amending RSA 265 to include an ID on the placard, it was intended to be a part of the solution
• They are a vibrant part of New Hampshire's economy.
• </c><01:24:34.719><c> um</c> is a great choice on his his part um is a great choice on his his part um
• Mail or deliver is the e-part of it, right?

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• It's a necessary part.
• Part of an architect's of those plans.
• </c> that's the sad part. that's the sad part.
• >> Hey, I'm going to let the lawyer come out in a minute now. >> In part, yes, and in part, no. >> Well
• I would remember I said in part, in part I give you three of the wins. >> Three is better.

Keywords: 920, all

Summary: The Alabama Senate convened with a quorum, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, excused absent senators, and adopted the previous day’s journal. The chamber received several House messages referring local bills to the Committee on Local Legislation, including measures affecting Lawrence, Clayurn, Limestone, Shelby, and Alabaster. The Senate also recognized guests in the gallery, including local leaders, law enforcement officials, and a Jackson County Junior Leadership group. During personal privilege remarks, Senator Figures offered a tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr., highlighting his civil rights legacy, political influence, and impact on Black voter participation and representation; the Senate observed a moment of silence. Senator Smitherman also thanked her for the remarks. The Senate then adopted Senate Joint Resolution 47, mourning the death and celebrating the life of John J. Guthrie Jr., and Senate Joint Resolution 48, commending Tommy Jax for emergency actions to help a sick child. The Senate considered numerous confirmations from the Committee on Confirmations, all receiving favorable reports and being confirmed by unanimous or near-unanimous roll calls, including Walter Bracie and Eric Bone to the Alabama Manufactured Housing Commission, Morgan Garner and Susie Beal to the Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure, and Joe Brown, Brian Williams, James Spears, Charles Hedrickk, and Kathy Pierce to the Alabama Board of Polygraph Examiners. Committee reports also advanced several bills, including local legislation and county/municipal government measures. On the floor, the Senate adopted a special order calendar and passed or adopted several bills: SB 239 on child custody jurisdiction enforcement, SB 190 on a sales tax exemption for an ocular eye service company, SB 252 on Governor’s Mansion Authority employees and leave benefits, SB 170 on health savings account regulatory coordination, SB 210 on the chiropractic board, SB 242 on commercial driver’s licenses, and SB 70 on crimes and offenses. SB 247 on insurance was carried over at the sponsor’s request for further work, and SB 83 on guardianships and conservatorships was taken up with discussion of a committee amendment to clarify removal of proceedings from probate to circuit court and notice requirements; the transcript cuts off before final action on that bill.

Transcript Highlights:

• So, uh, I will say that, you know, part of my job I feel...
• Another part of the HO6 policy covers the homeowner's personal property.
• And then the third part of that is to actually fund the reserves.
• Is reinsurance a part of the surplus lines market?
• part of a compressed<01:37:15.920><c> coverage.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• </c><00:39:24.560><c> employee</c> $11,000 is one very part-time employee $11,000 is one very part-time
• Again, this is part of the budget.
• </c><00:55:23.039><c> of</c> in the budget um again this is part of in the budget um again this is part
• And this is part of the next one.
• </c><01:29:34.280><c> of</c> rooms tax revenue um you know part of rooms tax revenue um you know part

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Finance Committee met to review Division One of a very large budget package, with the chair explaining that the budget was being analyzed in three divisions over multiple days. Members first discussed procedure, including when amendments and line-item votes would be taken, and agreed to proceed with the division’s presentation before questions. Representative Maguire then outlined the division’s approach as a series of tradeoffs to close a large budget gap, emphasizing cuts, some revenue changes, and a focus on overall spending levels as well as individual reductions. The presentation covered a wide range of agencies and policy areas. Major proposed changes included cuts or eliminations to several boards and commissions viewed as costly or duplicative, such as the Housing Appeals Board, Board of Tax and Land Appeals, Human Rights Commission, Commission on Aging, Office of the Child Advocate, and the Personnel Appeals Board, with some functions consolidated into other boards. The division also proposed back-of-the-budget cuts to the Information Technology Department, Judicial Branch, Justice Department, Retirement System, Corrections, and Environmental Services, along with fee increases in several areas. Other notable items included ending marketing for Paid Family Leave, reducing job advertising and tourism promotion, defunding the Arts Council, moving liquor enforcement functions out of the Liquor Commission, and shifting some funds such as the College Savings Commission money to Division Two. Several members questioned specific cuts, especially the elimination of the Council on Aging, the reduction in regional planning commission grants, and the large cut to tourism advertising. Maguire defended the choices as necessary budget tradeoffs, arguing that some programs duplicated work done elsewhere, that regional planning grants were not among the most essential items, and that tourism promotion was a form of spending he viewed skeptically. He also explained that the public defender’s budget was partially restored after a credible claim of a governor’s budget error, and that the committee would continue refining corrections-related cuts because the House was only halfway through the budget process and further changes could still occur in the Senate and conference committee.

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><01:19:58.719><c> of</c> procedure, which is basically part of procedure, which is basically part
• </c><01:20:56.400><c> of</c> because you have to take that part of because you have to take that part
• &gt;&gt; Ex.<01:32:13.920><c> Okay.
• </c> but it's an optional part of theou. but it's an optional part of theou.
• </c> &gt;&gt; part of your mission. &gt;&gt; part of your mission.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• </c><00:41:21.359><c> Um,</c><00:41:22.160><c> most</c> the better part of a decade.
• Um, most the better part of a decade.
• of part two but with implementation of part two but with respect<01:53:11.520><c> to</c><01:53:12.000
• So maybe remove the rulemaking part of the bill. That would probably be the simplest.
• So maybe remove the rulemaking part of the bill. That would probably be the simplest.

Bills: HB1739, HB1741, HB2606, HB2362, HB2608, HB2294, HB2431, HB2375, HB2582, HB2585, HB2231, HB1601, HB2424, HB1956

Keywords: transit-oriented development, zoning, land use, urban planning, density, local governance, housing, inclusionary zoning, inclusionary mandate, affordable housing, below-market-rate housing, inclusionary housing, development exaction, impact fee, housing affordability impact fee, needs assessment study, financial feasibility, rough proportionality, essential nexus, county ordinance

Summary: The committee on Water and Land met on February 19, 2026, and the chair opened by emphasizing strict time limits and that all bills would be deferred if the agenda was not completed before the noon session. The first major measure discussed was HB 1739 HD1, which would preempt county land-use authority in transit-oriented development areas. The Department of Planning supported the bill, saying it could promote state-funded TOD and infrastructure, while the city and county’s position was raised in questioning. Unite Here Local 5 opposed the bill, arguing it would strip counties of self-determination, disrupt state-county policy collaboration, and remove a check on unrestrained development. Committee members pressed the supporters on whether the bill was really about higher density and whether it would override local zoning and sustainability concerns. The committee then heard testimony on HB 1741 HD1, a housing bill described by supporters as reducing inclusionary housing mandates and increasing supply. Grassroots Institute of Hawaii argued affordability mandates reduce overall housing production and raise market-rate prices, while a Zoom testifier said the bill would improve housing stability, health, and community outcomes for working families, kupuna, and young residents. Members asked about the bill’s needs assessment and who would conduct it, with a witness saying the counties would likely contract it out but that the bill did not clearly specify the reviewer. HB 2668 HD1, dealing with water heating systems, drew testimony from the Hawaii State Energy Office and industry representatives. Supporters generally backed adding heat pumps to the law, but one solar-water-heater industry witness asked for amendments to remove or extend the current 15-year statutory life limit for solar water heaters and to update outdated standards and variance rules. A Kauaʻi Climate Action Coalition witness opposed the existing solar-only structure, arguing heat pump water heaters are cheaper, align with climate goals, and should be allowed without a variance. The Energy Office said the current law already allows variances in some cases, suggested adding high-efficiency heat pump water heaters to the exemption, and said the 15-year figure may be too short, with 18 years mentioned as a possible alternative. The committee also briefly moved through several other bills, including HB 2606 HD1 on off-site construction and HB 2362 HD1 on housing, with no notable testimony or action recorded in the excerpt.

Transcript Highlights:

• So part of the problem that we've had, and part of the problem with the group of people that's pushing
• </c> violations and in the substantive part violations and in the substantive part of<00:53:02.720><c
• </c> because then he's got to do it as part because then he's got to do it as part of<01:48:48.639><c
• One was to prohibit had two parts.
• Kovalt mentioned, um part of that that Kovalt mentioned, um part of that that bill,<04:16:10.319><c>

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• I think the state of New Hampshire, but in large part the city of Manchester, needs help curbing...
• I think the state of New Hampshire, but in large part the city of Manchester, needs help curbing...
• I think the state of New Hampshire, but in large part the city of Manchester, needs help curbing...
• I think the state of New Hampshire, but in large part the city of Manchester, needs help curbing...
• I think the state of New Hampshire, but in large part the city of Manchester, needs help curbing...

Keywords: 1191, senate, all