Video & Transcript Research : 'State Comptroller'
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Agriculture Committee Meeting - 2026-04-08
Agriculture Finance and Policy
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- States in sales. States in sales.
- here in the state. here in the state. >> Thank<00:36:06.079>
you. - are the state are the state >> is<00:52:39.119>
the <00:52:39.280>state <00:52 - of entering the state. of entering the state.
- No other state has that.
Keywords:
energy, renewable energy, ammonia, hydrogen, certificate tracking, funding, environment, elk, cervidae, cervid importation, chronic wasting disease, CWD, animal health, livestock, wildlife disease, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, state veterinarian, zoo, Association of Zoos and Aquariums, AZA
MN
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- and charter schools in the state.
- I'm a native of the state of Virginia, not Virginia, Minnesota, state of Virginia.
- Virginia, Minnesota, state of Virginia. Virginia, Minnesota, state of Virginia.
- new states were coming into the union. new states were coming into the union.
- question to the state board. Go ahead. question to the state board. Go ahead.
Bills:
HF3900
Keywords:
permanent school fund, school endowment fund, Minnesota constitutional amendment, school aid, public school funding, State Board of Investment, investment income, distributable amount, school districts, property taxes, income taxes, voter approval, ballot question, constitutional amendment 2026, education finance, fund perpetuity, purchasing power, trust lands, swamp lands, internal improvement land fund
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 3/3/26
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
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- us to make this investment in our state. us to make this investment in our state.
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is in the state treasury. is in the state treasury. is constitutionally<00: - . um state agencies quasi state agencies. um state agencies I<00:20:34.000>
think <00:20:34.080 - um the funds that are going to non-state um the funds that are going to non-state entities<00:20
- state grants management pro policies. state grants management pro policies.
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natural resources, environment, sustainability, conservation, outdoor recreation, land acquisition, real property, trust fund, commissioner approval, Department of Natural Resources, DNR, conservation easement, land purchase, state land, public lands, property acquisition, value assessment, tax assessed value, Metropolitan Council, Board of Water and Soil Resources
AL
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- He is such a value to this state. He was a value to this state when he was in this legislature.
- He is a value to this state on the Court of Civil Appeals. We ask you, Lord, to be with Matt.
- Mackey is the superintendent of the state board of education. Uh, Dr.
- We appreciate the job you're doing for this state and the children that are in this state and the schools
- of the state.
Keywords:
Morgan County, judge of probate, legal qualifications, equity jurisdiction, constitutional amendment, campaign finance, electronic notifications, civil penalties, Fair Campaign Practices Act, Secretary of State, sex offenders, treatment programs, electronic media, post office box restrictions, Class C felony, parole, probation, human cloning, criminal penalties, embryo
TX
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- Texas is a big state. Some areas are great for renewable energy, but some areas are terrible.
- I mean, what percentage of the plate does a typical wind farm deliver to the state?
- , which includes the endangered species... ...program within the state.
- And I just want to state, I'm not against wind energy; it's the siting that is so important.
- The state of Texas generates millions if not billions of dollars from tourism.
Keywords:
construction, wildlife impact, height restrictions, national wildlife refuge, environmental regulations, HB 3887, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Parks and Wildlife Code, performance bond, payment bond, contractor bonding, public works, construction contracts, public building, procurement, bid security, subcontractors, suppliers, contractor payment protection, project completion
MN
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of school districts around the state of school districts around the state of - other stor in other times in State other stor in other times in State history<00:34:00.480>
when - Other states don't have it where it goes down to one employee.
- Other states don't have it where it goes down to one employee.
- Other states don't have it where it goes down to one employee.
Bills:
HF11
Keywords:
Minnesota Paid Leave, paid family and medical leave, family leave, medical leave, implementation delay, premium collection, employer premiums, state payroll tax, workforce, labor, benefits administration, DEED, Department of Employment and Economic Development, employer notice, seasonal employees, private plans, actuarial study, outreach and education, employee rights, reinstatement
MN
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- Row, I heard that some states apparently they can collect UI and also paid family medical leave, and
- apparently they can collect UI states apparently they can collect UI and<00:04:40.919>
also <00 - And I understand those concerns, but the reality is that most employers in the state, including the state
- Representative Baker talked about the small businesses that in other states have an exemption.
- have an exemption we are in other states have an exemption we are not<00:08:38.719>
providing
Bills:
HF11
Keywords:
Minnesota Paid Leave, paid family and medical leave, family leave, medical leave, implementation delay, premium collection, employer premiums, state payroll tax, workforce, labor, benefits administration, DEED, Department of Employment and Economic Development, employer notice, seasonal employees, private plans, actuarial study, outreach and education, employee rights, reinstatement
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Agriculture and Forestry Committee Feb 12th, 2025
Agriculture and Forestry
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- part of who we are, and Jubilee only occurs in two areas across the entire world, not just in our state
- Authority is working with Mississippi State University to find a way, trying to work out something, find
- There's no state agency that is really responsible for it, particularly on this.
- What if it was a state water patrol? They would go to the state. Okay, whichever.
Keywords:
fishing, licensing, jubilee, Marine life, Alabama, regulations, HB212, aquatic plants, public waters, state waters, waterways, water management, aquatic vegetation, weed removal, vegetation control, lake management, river management, environmental regulation, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, DCNR
TX
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- Please guide them today as they gather in service to the people of the great state of Texas.
- Senator Miles: ...state of Texas.
- Senator Perry: ...contributed to the vitality and prosperity of the Lone Star State.
- Thank you for making the long journey to our state capital here in Austin.
- It's my honor and privilege to celebrate Brownsville Day with you here at your state capitol.
Keywords:
American Public Works Association, public works, infrastructure, Texas, recognition day, local government, municipalities, APWA, Texas Chapter, community development, engineering, professional recognition, community impact, Texas Society of Professional Engineers, Lubbock leadership, recognition, professional achievement, Alpha Kappa Alpha, sorority, social service
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: Senators Tan Parker, Brent Hagenbuch, and Adam Hinojosa Jan 29th, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
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- This is the social fabric of our state and our nation, and we must be aggressive and vigilant in what
- of Texas, over 163,000 trucking companies across this great state.
- We want other states to join. So our hope is that many people will get involved in this.
- And we want other states to join. So our hope is that many people will get involved in this.
- All the incredible law enforcement across the entire state, they do an amazing job.
Keywords:
American Public Works Association, public works, infrastructure, Texas, recognition day, local government, municipalities, APWA, Texas Chapter, community development, engineering, professional recognition, community impact, Texas Society of Professional Engineers, Lubbock leadership, recognition, professional achievement, Alpha Kappa Alpha, sorority, social service
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee BR Sub. on Postsecondary Education (2-10-22)
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KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVQrCUW04s0, 2026-06-21T07:17:00+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Roll Call 00:10
Discussion from Eastern KY University on updates & budget request 01:09
Discussion from Morehead State University updates & budget request 16:53, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
TX
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- The state tax rebates that these cities receive are from the state hotel occupancy tax.
- will rebate state revenue.
- It is the state allowing the city to retain, or actually, signed in and the comptroller writes the check
- to keep the state revenue that the state would have with this project.
- Second, after discussions with the Comptroller, I'm adjusting the delivery of the 2% state rebate to
Bills:
SB1071, SB1444, SB1483, SB1556, SB1703, SB1756, SB1854, SB2036, SB2133, SB2297, SB2622, SB2779, SB2955, SB2979
Keywords:
municipality, tax revenue, hotel project, convention center, economic development, hotel tax, municipal authority, local governments, local authority, convention centers, hotel occupancy tax, municipal finance, local tax revenue, tourism, hotel and convention center project, Tax Code Chapter 351, city revenue, special district, Texas municipalities, venue financing
TX
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- Judicial Council to identify, support, and highlight the excellent work done by courts across the state
- This is an excellent bill, and it makes a difference across the state.
- This is an excellent bill, and it makes a difference across the state.
- We have 24 probate courts across the state.
- that satisfies the requirement prescribed by the Comptroller.
Summary:
The Senate Finance Committee heard several measures, beginning with SB 1574 by Senator Zaffirini, which would codify the Texas Judicial Council’s Centers of Excellence Program for courts and judges. Testimony from judges and the Office of Court Administration emphasized that the program promotes transparency, procedural fairness, mentoring, and public trust. A committee substitute expanded eligibility to justices of the peace and municipal judges and removed a merit-pay reference to eliminate fiscal impact. After quorum was established, the committee adopted the substitute and later voted it out favorably, though it was not certified for the local and uncontested calendar.
The committee also heard SB 2774 by Senator Hinojosa, which would amend the Tax Code’s retail trade definition to include industrial uniform and linen rental businesses so they qualify for the lower franchise tax rate. Supporters said the change would put rental textile businesses on equal footing with other rental industries and help Texas employers and customers. The bill was reported favorably to the full Senate.
Members then considered SB 1211 by Senator Perry, which would broaden the existing fracking-related sales tax exemption for equipment used with non-fresh water sources, including recycled, produced, and brine water. The bill’s supporters argued it would conserve freshwater and reduce litigation over water definitions, while the Comptroller’s office discussed the fiscal note and production-related revenue effects. The committee also heard SB 2873 and SB 2900, both by Senator Kolkhorst and presented by Senator Nichols; SB 2873 would require electronic filers to file electronically, and SB 2900 would eliminate certain Comptroller-related advisory committees and boards. Both were later adopted in committee substitute form and reported favorably.
Finally, the committee heard HJR 4, sponsored by Senator Parker, proposing a constitutional amendment to prohibit new taxes on securities transfers or financial transaction processing. Supporters said it would protect investors, especially retirees, and help position Texas as a financial center. The committee voted to report HJR 4 favorably to the full Senate. In each recorded vote after quorum was present, the measures passed with nine ayes and no nays.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- , and I did say state, not just the state.
- The Comptroller operates a number of special... funds, as well as obviously the Treasury of the state
- to state affairs.
- audit. state affairs.
- to state affairs.
Bills:
SJR34, SB10, SB18, SB19, SB21, SB72, SB140, SB262, SB370, SB480, SB495, SB627, SB703, SB767, SB790
Keywords:
parental rights, parents, children, custody, care and control, upbringing, family law, constitutional amendment, Texas Constitution, child welfare, education policy, medical decisions, parental authority, primary decision makers, family autonomy, education, Ten Commandments, public schools, religious display, First Amendment
TX
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- Utilizing state funds...
- find a state.
- If you look across different states.
- In other words, there are in state after state, parents that are not well. or accessing these programs
- Line 17 and then also on page 23 the comptroller may not I'm sorry, at line 23 on page 12, the comptroller
Keywords:
education savings account, educational expenses, certified educational assistance organization, school choice, funding, special education, tuition reimbursement, emergency communication, public safety, interoperability, Texas Interoperability Council, grant program, emergency communications, public safety radio, first responders, radio system, dispatch, 911, emergency management, Texas Division of Emergency Management
LA
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- The bill will allow the state to provide state employees with access to weight loss medications without
- may actually experience if the state were to move to a state cost share plan.
- We may actually experience if the state were to move to a state cost share plan.
- As I stated to Representative Tarver, I don’t believe it. More.
- Can I read the state? Yeah. Can I see you again? All right. Ms.
Keywords:
registrar of voters, parish registrar, chief deputy registrar, confidential assistant, election administration, elections, salary schedule, compensation, merit evaluation, population-based pay, census-based pay, Department of State, Secretary of State, State Board of Election Supervisors, redistricting, senate districts, Senate District 33, Senate District 34, Senate District 35, precincts
OK
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- University of Oklahoma, Rogers State, Cameron University.
- Those are big economic drivers, the flagship university for the state.
- state.
- expansion or Daycare or any other state priority.
- has a backlog, and why does our state have a backlog?
Keywords:
emergency management, severe weather, youth camp, summer camp, overnight camp, day camp, outdoor education, adventure camp, wilderness program, campground safety, tornado preparedness, flooding, flash flood, high winds, hail, lightning, extreme heat, extreme cold, wildfire smoke, evacuation plan
OK
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- Rose State College already has such a policy in place, and the recommendation for this legislation came
- It simply says that the state regents must verify that all of our universities and colleges are adopting
- But there's could be up to fifty people that could be a recipient of this in our state.
- would just really appreciate a yes vote and honor him and everybody that's serving in our United States
- We Have it so that it only goes into effect should that state question make it to the ballot and should
Keywords:
firearm safety, public schools, education policy, student safety, gun control, opt-out option, grading system, student assessment, academic integrity, state funding, opinion conduct, open meetings, school boards, transparency, public access, education governance, HB2961, TSgt Marshal Dakota Roberts Gold Star Survivor Act, Gold Star family, Gold Star recipient
OK
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- In this incident, if the state purchases something, a private...
- So, based on the amount that the state paid for the prison?
- It was an act of the state of Oklahoma in furtherance of a compelling state interest that.
- State and federal funds have nothing to do with your capacity to bond.
- large state-made loss and then very near future.
Keywords:
veterans, tax refund, Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs, capital improvement, donations, Oklahoma Emission Reduction, incentive, taxation, environment, revenue, investment, school funds, treasurer, education funding, financial policy, income tax, scholarship, tax credit, Oklahoma Tax Commission, school funding
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/26
Higher Education Finance and Policy
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- Michigan State. Michigan State.
- librarians at the seven Minnesota State librarians at the seven Minnesota State Universities.<00
- And for that reason, Minnesota State And for that reason, Minnesota State College<00:10:09.680><
- these state college systems.
- state grant program. state grant program.
Keywords:
firearms, guns, gun rights, gun control, campus safety, public college, university, postsecondary institution, higher education, visitor carry, concealed carry, open carry, campus policy, Minnesota Statutes 624.714, petty misdemeanor, parking lot carry, firearm possession, public safety, college campus, student carry