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• , and whether or not they meet the statutory requirements of use, which is instructional purpose, storage
• The statute allows leasing for instructional purposes, school storage, and furniture repair, subject
• The lease levy statute allows leasing for instructional purposes, school storage, and furniture repair
• and in our UFARS program codes storage and in our UFARS program codes uh<00:14:25.920> explicitly
• Representative Bakeberg said that the statutes explicitly laid out instructional purposes and storage

Bills: HF3790, HF3654, HF3371, HF3470, HF1099

Keywords: education finance, lease levy authority, graduation ceremonies, school districts, Minnesota Statutes, local revenue, funding increase, education, state appropriation, local control, HF3371, local optional revenue, school finance, general education aid, school district funding, referendum revenue, referendum market value, equalization aid, state aid, property tax levy

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• I'm the Minnesota state director for Solar United Neighbors.
• We're a Minnesota-based full-scale solar and battery energy storage developer and owner-operator.
• We're a Minnesota-based full-scale solar and battery energy storage developer and owner-operator.
• Today, US Solar is a medium-scale business that embraces new technologies like battery energy storage

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: House File 3556 was presented as a bill to rename Minnesota’s community solar garden program the Melissa Hortman Community Solar Garden Program. The author described the measure as a tribute to Hortman’s leadership and her role in creating the program, which was said to have helped launch Minnesota’s solar industry and expand access to clean energy. The bill was moved to the general register before testimony began. Testifiers from the Public Utilities Commission, Department of Commerce, solar industry groups, clean energy organizations, and community solar developers all supported the bill. They described Hortman as the original legislative champion of the 2013 community solar law and a driving force behind the 2023 revisions that increased access for low- and moderate-income households. Several witnesses said the program has become a national model, has generated jobs and investment, and has enabled renters, small businesses, schools, nonprofits, and households without suitable rooftops to participate in solar. Witnesses also shared personal reflections about Hortman’s accessibility, preparation, and willingness to listen, saying she treated people with respect and helped shape a durable clean energy policy framework. No opposition testimony or votes on final passage were recorded in the excerpt, but the committee did act to advance the bill to the general register.

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• We are committing our own capital into this project, including storage, handling, and infrastructure
• ,<00:11:51.920> handling,<00:11:52.839> and<00:11:52.960> infrastructure storage
• , handling, and infrastructure storage, handling, and infrastructure that<00:11:53.640> we<00:
• In practical terms, this means that each unit of ammonia can be measured and tracked.
• Black Visions' mission is to empower and unite communities to dismantle systems of discrimination.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• is responsible for the remaining storage cost, but the patient is able to continue storage at their
• That is not what we should expect in a country like the United States of America.
• Not in my United States of America.
• It wants you to be afraid to observe... ...in the United States of America.
• In the United States of America, that is what we are worried about.

Keywords: 1182, all

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• So, I'd like for us to be able to replace that unit with a new unit and then if we can use some of the
• with a new unit and then if we that unit with a new unit and then if we can<00:09:18.959> use
• Similarly, in priority number two, we maintain a lot of facilities with fuel storage.
• Um, why aren't we able to use the odd fund to replace the underground storage tanks?
• fund to replace the underground storage fund to replace the underground storage tanks?

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
• It's a clerk storage fee. It's a reporting date.
• It's a clerk storage fee. It's a reporting date.
• States of America and the democratic process specified in the Constitution of the United States.
• Constitution of the United States. Constitution of the United States.

Bills: SB141, SB124, SB56, SJR116, SB94, SB37, SB127, SB197, SB66, SB70, SB133, SB160, SB214, SB312, SB52, SJR62, SJR75

Keywords: legal advertisements, tax rates, public hearings, transparency, local government, sick leave, education, teacher retirement, benefits, employee compensation, Medicaid, nonopioid analgesics, pain management, health care regulation, utilization controls, physician shortage, health care access, medically underserved areas, medical education, workforce development

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• c><00:08:50.640> glimpse<00:08:50.959> of<00:08:51.240> the<00:08:51.560> storage
• there so uh quick glimpse of the storage there so uh quick glimpse of the storage areas<00:08:52.800
• <01:03:06.359> States every single flag that the United States every single flag that the
• United States has<01:03:06.799> ever<01:03:07.000> flown<01:03:07.480> officially
• flag of the United States and I<01:03:30.440> think<01:03:30.599> that<01:03:30.760>

Bills: HF1234, HF1956, HF1025, HF1172, HF791

Keywords: payment transparency, public contracts, contractor rights, government accountability, construction payments, municipal finance, liquor store, audit requirements, state auditor, local government, historic flag, state flag, display standards, ceremonial, Minnesota Statutes, Ursa Minor, state symbol, Minnesota state laws, constellation, official state designation

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• This measure provides jurisdictional clarity to allow long-duration energy storage projects to move through
• Delaney Hunter, on behalf of HydroStore, the Willow Rock Energy Storage Project in Kern County is our

Summary: The committee met with a quorum and took up AB 915, which was presented by the author as a measure to provide jurisdictional clarity so long-duration energy storage projects can proceed through the normal California Energy Commission permitting process. A witness from HydroStore testified in support, explaining that the bill would clarify that the water feature of the Willow Rock Energy Storage Project in Kern County is not a dam. No opposition testimony was heard. The motion before the committee was to concur in Senate amendments. Members voted aye as the roll was called, including Pappin, Jeff Gonzalez, Alvarez, Avila Farias, Baines, Benes, Burner, Bennett, Celeste Rodriguez, Rogers, and later Tangipa after he arrived. The committee then adjourned after the vote was completed.

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• If you've only got food storage for 40 turkeys, you say no.
• If you've got storage for 500, that's the beauty of these food banks.
• I can track my dog on his GPS unit. Track my dog on his GPS unit. Doesn't mean I control it.

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• I do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of
• This is meant for the State Archives storage updates, to properly house, preserve, and create access
• They will have full storage capacity in less than 12 years, which means they'll likely need a building
• by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to museums in the United

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a quorum call, then approved journal corrections and moved to elect Senator Kyle Davison as President Pro Tem. Davison was nominated, elected by unanimous ballot, escorted to the rostrum, sworn in, and gave remarks thanking his family, colleagues, and faith, emphasizing relationships, service, and stewardship. The chamber also recognized National Public Health Week with a floor statement honoring public health workers and training programs, and that statement was ordered printed in the journal. The Senate then considered several House bills, beginning with HB 1485, which increases the personal needs allowance for Medicaid residents in certain facilities by $15 per month and indexes it to inflation; the amendment was adopted and the bill passed 46-1. HB 1018, the State Historical Society budget, was amended to adjust one-time and ongoing funding for museum exhibits, repatriation compliance, archives storage, local historic grants, and the military gallery project, then passed 42-0 with one senator excused from voting due to a conflict. HB 1181, defining gender in state code as an individual’s sex and removing a broader application section, passed 41-6. HB 1144, adding a penalty and enforcement mechanism related to transgender student accommodations and restroom use in public schools, passed 40-7 with its emergency clause. The Senate also passed HB 1600, creating an immigration law clinic at the University of North Dakota School of Law and shifting its funding to the strategic investment and improvements fund, by 34-13. HB 1019, the Parks and Recreation budget, was amended to fund deferred maintenance, technology, sewer work, matching grants, and other park projects, add language requiring legislative approval for new or renamed state parks, and clarify use of the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library line of credit; a proposed amendment to remove funding for the International Peace Gardens cactus conservatory failed 20-27, and the bill then passed 39-8. HB 1417, dealing with parole/probation violations, court fees, and a study of criminal justice fees, passed 40-7 after amendments. The most extensive debate centered on HB 1450, which would require parent or guardian access to a minor’s medical exam room and notice of questions asked of the minor, with exceptions for emancipation and suspected abuse or trafficking. Supporters framed it as a parental rights and transparency measure, while opponents warned it could hinder screening for abuse, neglect, mental health concerns, and confidential care; multiple senators shared personal experiences on both sides. A proposed amendment to narrow the bill failed 21-26, and the transcript ends amid continued debate on the bill itself, with no final vote shown in the excerpt.

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• In rural communities, housing projects face a persistent feasibility gap due to higher per-unit costs
• We're also under construction on over 100 units in Prescott for formerly homeless veterans, and this
• Those are done now, and we're moving homeless veterans into those units as we speak.
• It's responsible for many, many units. I'm in favor of other ideas as well.
• And then, for a small modular reactor-specific, proposals or ideas or practices for safe storage and

Bills: HB2388, HB2804, HB2926

Keywords: HB2388, Arizona Commerce Authority, ACA, small modular reactor, SMR, nuclear energy, advanced nuclear, data center, data centers, economic development, study, appropriation, general fund, jobs, wages, tax revenue, broadband, infrastructure, secondary businesses, tertiary businesses

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• amendment clarifies that a county, rather than a municipality, must pay a business for the retrievable storage
• you'll remember this bill created certain requirements, one being that ADOA have all their budget units
• you'll remember this bill created certain requirements, one being that ADOA have all their budget units
• development of ADUs, and it allows a municipality to continue to make the prescribed distinction on unit

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The caucus reviewed a long list of House bills that had returned from the Senate with amendments, with members repeatedly noting that sponsors intended to concur on most items. Topics included public health and vaccination rules (HB 2086, HB 2248), state investment in gold and silver (HB 2140), property records and voter-registration privacy (HB 2327), municipal and county regulation of business property and development fees (HB 2460, HB 2946, HB 2999), legislative subpoenas (HB 2745), cold plunge regulation (HB 2439), nursing-facility complaint timelines and licensed health aide rules (HB 2195, HB 2189), court-ordered treatment review (HB 2923), Access/Medicaid reimbursement and prior authorization for diagnostic services (HB 2932), inmate mental health study committee language (HB 2673), prenatal development instruction in schools (HB 2830), public records requests by legislators (HB 4056), parents’ rights and social transitioning in schools (HB 2249), school district financial compliance and facilities contracting (HB 2481, HB 2482), Native American language proficiency for graduation (HB 2895), advanced math auto-enrollment (HB 2423), special education and military-family procedures (HB 2621), AI rules for state agencies (HB 2592), eviction record sealing (HB 2244), tax filing penalties (HB 2016), shade structures in HOAs (HB 2342), homelessness-related community restitution (HB 2028), medical records timelines (HB 2557), PFAS firefighting foam restrictions (HB 2641), family-court expert testimony and prisoner transition services (HB 2662, HB 2440), address confidentiality protections (HB 2594), guardianship notice attestation (HB 2661), utilities for high-load customers (HB 2756), and nuclear-ready community planning (HB 2456). The committee also briefly moved to Caucus Calendar 19 for additional bills on mobile food vendors, school board training, out-of-state travel and meeting transparency, and a medical-intervention nondiscrimination bill. Several bills drew substantive discussion or criticism. Members debated HB 2932 at length, with staff explaining that Access said the bill would have a high fiscal impact because it would require reimbursement for non-contracted lab services and eliminate prior authorization for a broad range of diagnostic services, potentially increasing costs substantially. HB 2249 also prompted concern from members who argued it could force teachers to out students and create civil liability for using preferred pronouns or failing to notify parents about social transitioning. HB 2830 was criticized as requiring prenatal-development instruction while barring discussion of sexual activity or reproduction. HB 2028, which allows community restitution instead of a $20 probation assessment for people who are indigent and experiencing homelessness, was questioned as potentially punitive. HB 2481 was discussed as a way to help, rather than punish, small rural school districts struggling with financial-record compliance. The caucus also noted that several of the measures were sponsored by Democrats, which was highlighted as notable during the meeting. No formal votes were taken in the transcript. The caucus chair repeatedly asked for questions, and in most cases there were none, after which the sponsor was understood to intend concurrence with the Senate amendments. The meeting ended with adjournment after the caucus moved through the remaining calendar items.

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• . >> I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT
• IT ALSO PROHIBITS LOCAL GOVERNMENT FROM CREATING ORDINANCES TO LIMIT THE COLLECTION, STORAGE AND PROCESSING
• SHE CAME BACK, TRAVELED IN THE UNITED STATES, WORKED ON SOME OF THE NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN RESERVATIONS
• YOU COULD HAVE SEEN MY SISTER ON THE HOSPITAL BED MINUS A LEG, MINUS AN ARM, MINUS AN EAR AND 100 UNITS

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
• SB 1804, law enforcement and careless labor storage. Public safety.
• cause of death worldwide, and more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of hospitals in the United

Keywords: 1182, all

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• Today meets to receive testimony on the posture of the United States Transportation Command, U.S.
• Senior Enlisted Leader Chief Master Sergeant Brian Kraselnik to represent the men and women of the United
• We are emboldened by our guiding principles to be ready, united, and decisive. U.S.
• That's correct, Senator. wearing name tags or this unit symbol.
• And if I may add, yes, your unit was the first one, KC-46, that we employed.

Keywords: Transcom, logistics, military readiness, air refueling, KC-135, KC-46, strategic infrastructure, geopolitical threats, Alaska

Summary: During this meeting, the committee hosted an extensive discussion on the operations and logistical challenges facing the U.S. Transportation Command (Transcom). General Reid provided testimony on key areas including the importance of maintaining robust logistical capabilities in contested environments, particularly in relation to geopolitical threats posed by adversarial nations. Various members emphasized the necessity for modernization of the air refueling fleet, addressing issues such as the readiness of the KC-135 and the procurement of the next-generation KC-46 aircraft, which has experienced delays and technical challenges. The dialogue further extended to the strategic importance of U.S. ports and transportation infrastructure, especially in regions like Alaska which play a crucial role in military logistics and power projection.

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• To be honest with you, when you talk about tampering with fuel storage, I mean, obviously, that's part
• This bill clarifies outdoor advertising activities for playgrounds and planned unit developments.

Bills: HB2053, HB2123, HB2603, HB2979, HB2997, HB3148, HB3982, HB4058, HB4108, HB4143, HB4266

Keywords: outdoor advertising, transportation, state law, commercial activities, sign regulations, urban areas, turnpike, infrastructure, Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, construction, bridges, motor carriers, public safety, enforcement, Department of Public Safety, Oklahoma Corporation Commission, transition period, roadside investigation, motor vehicle laws, HB2979

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• Standard review covers wind, solar, storage, and smaller-scale high-voltage transmission lines.
• Standard review covers um wind, solar, Standard review covers um wind, solar, storage<00:23:42.400>
• smaller<00:23:43.360> scale<00:23:43.679> high<00:23:43.919> voltage storage
• and smaller scale high voltage storage and smaller scale high voltage transmission<00:23:44.799>
• One country, the United States, pulled out.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• In these times of division, help us to be united.
• I pledge of allegiance to the. flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it
• In January many of us stood together united in Los Angeles and members there introduced several of these
• United Way of Greater Los Angeles, California YIMBY, and has no registered opposition and has received
• By Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez, an act relating to self-service storage facilities.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• And that data storage up front for them.
• , geodetic control, governmental units, geodetic control, governmental units, hydrography,<01:38:
• > blocks, Governmental units are census blocks, Governmental units are census blocks, city<01:
• North<02:21:51.720> Dakota, United States, Wyoming, North Dakota, United States, Wyoming,
• the United States. the United States.

Keywords: 916, all

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• of energy from a fossil fuel unit of energy from a fossil fuel unit because<00:29:49.600> the
• <00:47:46.720> and support of aerobic treatment units and support of aerobic treatment units
• of dwelling units or accessory units<01:13:26.760> whether<01:13:27.080> attached<01:13
• on<01:15:13.560> the density we could do 13 units on the density we could do 13 units on
• c> as of dwelling units or accessory units as of dwelling units or accessory units as defined<01:

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard several energy and environmental bills. On HB 974, which would authorize state step-in agreements for certain power purchase agreements and create a trust fund/reserve mechanism, the Attorney General’s office raised concern that the state should not incur liability beyond the trust fund. The Division of Consumer Advocacy said it had comments but did not take a position, while the Public Utilities Commission, Ameresco, Hawaiian Electric, and other industry groups supported the measure, saying it would help developers secure financing for renewable projects and improve reliability. Hawaiian Electric said the bill would not use state funds and that its proposed reserve account would be held in trust and returned to customers if unused. Committee members questioned whether the reserve would raise customer costs; Hawaiian Electric said the amount would be small and would be offset by avoiding higher financing costs, while Consumer Advocacy suggested the language should be strengthened to ensure unused funds are fully returned. The committee then heard HB 338, which would clarify that premium interest-rate adjustments for non-fossil fuel generation are just and reasonable and allow the PUC to include them in rates. DCCA and the State Energy Office supported the bill, and the PUC also supported it. Hawaiian Electric opposed unless amended, arguing the PUC already has discretion and warning the bill could weaken competitive procurement by encouraging higher bids tied to the utility’s credit rating. DCCA said the concern was that developers might not seek the best financing if premium rates are recoverable, but said Hawaiian Electric’s suggested amendment requiring clear and convincing evidence of unavoidable financing-cost increases would help. Members also asked about refinancing and whether developers could later lower debt costs after locking in a premium rate; DCCA said that ability exists and suggested a time limit or review mechanism. For HB 337, which would direct the PUC to establish standards requiring utilities to remove certain fossil-fuel costs from the rate base when adding renewable resources, the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, Hawaii Clean Power Alliance, and the State Energy Office supported the measure. Hawaiian Electric opposed it, saying it misunderstood utility cost recovery and could threaten grid reliability because fossil plants provide ancillary services such as voltage regulation and balancing, not just energy. Hawaiian Electric pointed to its integrated grid plan and recent fossil-unit retirements as evidence of ongoing transition, and asked the committee to defer the bill and leave oversight to the PUC. The committee also heard HB 879 on cesspool conversions, which would raise the maximum grant from $20,000 to $30,000 and add DOH positions; DHHL, DOH, environmental groups, Hawaii Realtors, and others supported it, while DOH discussed staffing needs and the practical effect of the higher grant cap. The committee also began HB 379 on requiring denitrification capacity for certain wastewater systems near shorelines or groundwater, with DLNR testifying in support.