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Transcript Highlights:
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- Two, to fund backlog repair and deferred maintenance, especially at small boat harbors and state parks
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HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
PSM-WLA, PSM Public Hearings 02-04-2026
Public Safety and Military Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- of Forestry and Wildlife.
- Uh the department stands and wildlife.
- Because the code can require plantations and their successors and interests to share water.
- So, um, and you know, from 2017... we got. And and why? Because the code we got. And and why?
- code and protect our uphold the water code and protect our streams<00:43:11.920><c> and</c><00:43:12.079
Committee:
Senate Public Safety and Military Affairs
Summary:
The joint committees heard testimony on several measures. SB 2723, which would designate April 27 as State Sheriff’s Day, was supported by the Department of Law Enforcement and a long-serving sheriff, who described the historical roots of Hawaii’s sheriffs in the Kingdom of Hawaii and said the bill would recognize that legacy. HGA submitted written comments, and there was no opposition or vote taken on the measure during the excerpt.
The committees then heard SB 17 on wildfire mitigation. The Public Utilities Commission, DLNR, the State Fire Council, OPSD, the Attorney General’s office, and Kamehameha Schools all testified, mostly in support of the bill’s intent but with suggested amendments. Several witnesses said the bill should better define the working group’s structure, staffing, and funding, and the Attorney General noted constitutional concerns about placing the group outside a principal department and pointed out possible overlap with Acts 302 and 303 from the prior year. Committee members questioned whether SB 17 duplicated earlier wildfire legislation, and witnesses generally said it did not directly conflict but overlapped with existing efforts.
On SB 2358, which would require reimbursement for search-and-rescue costs when people leave trails and enter closed areas, the State Fire Council and the Hawaii SAR Alliance testified in opposition or caution, arguing that reimbursement could deter people from calling for help and that Hawaii’s SAR system still has structural and administrative gaps. A committee member asked whether other jurisdictions had used similar measures without discouraging rescues; the Fire Council said Kauai has a similar law but it has not resulted in invoices being sent. No action was taken in the excerpt.
The final measure discussed was SB 2475 on Red Hill remediation funding and reimbursement from the Department of Defense. The Board of Water Supply, DLNR, and other testifiers supported the bill, emphasizing the need for long-term research, monitoring, and cleanup, while also noting the unique groundwater conditions and the importance of keeping the funds focused on Red Hill contamination response. Committee members asked about existing federal and state funding, whether the state had received any direct federal money, and what would happen if reimbursement is not obtained. DLNR said it was still working through the reimbursement mechanism and that some federal funding had gone to the Red Hill registry, but not directly to the state for this purpose.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on Climate Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation May 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- $2.2 million is from the State Parks and Recreation Fund.
- that includes conditions for fish and wildlife and water for communities and agriculture. so much important
- And their parks are jewels of the East Bay, and I think at some of their parks, they may have fees for
- and the California Wildlife Officers Foundation.
- wildlife coexistence and the open PY cuts.
Summary:
The hearing focused on the governor’s May Revision proposals for transportation, natural resources, climate, and related programs, with the Department of Finance and the LAO presenting competing views on the state’s fiscal condition. Finance said the budget remains balanced over two years, with major climate-bond, water, parks, transportation, DMV, and agriculture proposals, while the LAO argued the state still has a structural deficit and should reject or defer many new discretionary spending items, preserve reserves, and be cautious about ongoing commitments. The LAO specifically questioned the timing and scale of new spending for programs such as Clean California, Healthy Rivers and Landscapes, and the Golden Gate Fields acquisition, and urged more clarity on future obligations and revenue scenarios, including for the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund.
A major portion of the hearing was devoted to the Healthy Rivers and Landscapes proposal for Bay-Delta water quality implementation. Secretary Wade Crowfoot and Finance described it as an enforceable, science-based alternative to a more traditional regulatory approach, with the state’s $25 million request intended to support early implementation, monitoring, habitat restoration, and environmental flows. The LAO countered that the Water Board has not yet adopted the updated Bay-Delta plan, that the proposal may be premature, and that the Legislature should wait for more information on the state’s total funding commitment and the program’s long-term costs. Several members expressed support for the program as a way to reduce conflict and protect water reliability, while others echoed concerns about timing and fiscal exposure.
The committee also examined the proposed $125 million Proposition 4 contribution toward acquiring the Golden Gate Fields property for a shoreline park and habitat project. State officials said the acquisition is a time-sensitive, once-in-a-generation opportunity, with an appraised value of $175 million and additional philanthropic and local funding expected to close the gap. Members questioned whether the project had gone through the usual competitive process, whether the site is the best use of scarce park bond dollars, and how public access, habitat, and disadvantaged-community priorities would be protected. The discussion ended without a vote, and the committee moved on to transportation items including Clean California litter abatement, the Games Route Network, homeless encampment coordinators, and DMV modernization and field office proposals, with LAO recommending rejection or delay on several of those requests as well.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Jan 14th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government
Transcript Highlights:
- In addition, the Fish and Wildlife Commission makes up about 10%, and the Department of Citrus and Public
- In addition, the Fish and Wildlife Commission makes up about 10%, and the Department of Citrus and Public
- And then I see that there's a $32 million increase in the fish and wildlife budget, but there's an $18
- , both needed maintenance and and, uh, appropriately at parks, both needed maintenance and enhancements
- And then I see that there's a $32 million increase in the fish and wildlife budget, but there's an $18
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 49 (3-18-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- , plumbing inspectors, boiler staff, HVAC staff, and building code enforcement.
- </c><00:44:28.040><c> projects</c> and in parks, we authorized projects and in parks, we authorized projects
- In<00:44:39.200><c> Fish</c><00:44:39.400><c> and</c><00:44:39.480><c> Wildlife,</c><00:44:40.080><c>
- we</c><00:44:40.240><c> authorized</c><00:44:40.800><c> $139</c> In Fish and Wildlife, we authorized
- $139 In Fish and Wildlife, we authorized $139 million million million in<00:44:43.520><c> projects.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on Climate Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation May 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- the Delta to protect beneficial uses, and that includes conditions for fish and wildlife and water for
- that includes conditions for fish and wildlife and water for communities and agriculture.
- Our fish and wildlife need help, and our communities and economy need water security.
- And their parks are jewels of the East Bay, and I think at some of their parks they may have fees for
- and the California Wildlife Officers Foundation.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- It also amends Section 41-1090, Idaho Code, to revise the short title, and Section 41-1091, Idaho Code
- It also amends Section 41-1090, Idaho Code, to revise the short title, and Section 41-1091, Idaho Code
- Fish and Game, amends Section 36-202, Idaho Code, to define terms, and declares an emergency and provides
- Fish and Game, amends Section 36-202, Idaho Code, to define terms, and declares an emergency and provides
- And the protections in this bill, which are for noise and parking and garbage and things like that, the
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Rules Feb 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- We protected our parks and our wildlife corridors last year in the parks bill.
- So the Florida statutes and the comp plans and land development codes exist to allow citizens and county
- Some have said, oh, and schools, parks, playgrounds, and daycare centers are not enough.
- It's based on the same thing: the Texas court said it was a fighter jet and artwork.
- It does the same thing as the original bill, but it cites federal statute and code.
Summary:
The committee took up a long agenda of retained bills and several new measures, with most receiving favorable reports after amendments. Major debate centered on CS/SB 706, which preempts airport naming to the state and designates Palm Beach International Airport as the Donald J. Trump International Airport subject to FAA and trademark-related conditions. Senator Jones offered amendments to avoid private royalty benefits, but both failed. Senators Berman, Osgood, Jones, and Pizzo spoke against the bill, raising concerns about naming an airport after a sitting president, lack of local input, and ethical issues; Senator Mayfield defended the bill as cost-free to the airport and noted the naming agreement. The committee ultimately voted the bill favorably. The committee also approved CS/SB 546 on conservation land notice requirements and CS/SB 1014 on municipal utility service to properties outside city limits, both with amendments and some opposition from the Florida League of Cities on the utility bill.
Several other bills were heard and reported favorably with little controversy. CS/SB 1500 would streamline uncontested probate proceedings; SB 962 would exclude farms and farm operations from certain zoning definitions tied to affordable housing preemption; CS/SB 820 would strengthen reporting for problem-solving courts; SB 840 would revise portions of last year’s hurricane-related land-use law to narrow its scope and sunset temporary restrictions; and SB 856 would require online property listings to show estimated ad valorem taxes, with an amendment excluding social media platforms and broadening liability protections. SB 110 would clarify homestead exemption eligibility for 98-year or longer residential leases. SB 394 would exempt certain underwriting managers handling limited facultative reinsurance from licensure requirements, and SB 434 would prevent wind-hardening improvements from increasing assessed value for residential property tax purposes.
The committee also advanced several public-safety and transparency measures. CS/CS/SB 658 and 608, a combined water-safety bill, would require safety features for rental properties with pools or nearby water bodies and authorize DBPR enforcement; supporters framed it as a response to Florida’s high child-drowning rates, and Airbnb waived in support. SB 748 would place constitutional language on restoration of voting rights on sentencing score sheets, with broad support from voting-rights and civil-rights groups. CS/SB 824 would require annual reporting of unimproved school-district land inventories, and CS/SB 848 would create a framework for off-site stormwater treatment and related credits, with support from builders and mitigation bankers. The committee also heard CS/SB 1036 on school counselors, which clarifies certification requirements and performance criteria after a delete-all amendment.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair and members, Senate Bill 1638 conforms Arizona's tax statutes to the Internal Revenue Code as of
- changes that are included when we update the definition of the Internal Revenue Code, and then it also
- changes that are included when we update the definition of the Internal Revenue Code, and then it also
- way, but rather the government is looking out for children and their welfare, and children and their
- And so, Mr. Chair, to you then, so SALT... And so, Mr.
Bills:
SB1638
Committees:
Senate Finance , Senate Senate Finance Committee of Reference
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy Finance and Policy Committee 3/6/25
Energy Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- between solar and the parks and the wildlife.
- the parks and the wildlife I and and and the parks and the wildlife I mean<00:07:30.039><c> that</c>
- , state and county parks, and wildlife areas.
- , state and county parks, as well as wildlife areas.
- Parks, our state parks, and our wildlife management areas, and those are ours, the citizens of ours.
Committee:
House Energy Finance and Policy
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- and duties of State Parks within the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, to provide for certain
- historical statues and monuments to be transferred to the Office of State Parks, to provide for placement
- Even And the attendance system codes her absent because it's not correct.
- BESE and the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to explore establishing a hunter education curriculum
- I've been working with the Department of Education as well as with Wildlife and Fisheries to put this
Committee:
Senate Education
Summary:
The Senate Education Committee met to hear several education-related measures. It reported favorably, without objection, on House Bill 1215, which would transfer certain removed historical statues and monuments to the Office of State Parks, prohibit re-erection in the parish where they were removed, and require interpretive signage. The committee also advanced House Bill 682, which creates a school guardian program for honorably discharged veterans employed or contracted by local school systems or charter schools; testimony emphasized that guardians would be unarmed, trained, and used for mentoring and school safety. House Bill 1079, giving enrollment preferences in charter schools to children in early childhood programs, military families, foster children, and children in custody disputes, was also reported favorably, as was House Concurrent Resolution 81, directing the Department of Education to study options for districts facing declining enrollment.
The committee then took up House Bill 1084, which would allow public postsecondary institutions to raise tuition and mandatory fees by up to 15 percent annually, with higher increases requiring Board of Supervisors approval. The bill drew extended debate over affordability, TOPS, student retention, and whether universities should have more autonomy to set prices. Members raised concerns about fee burdens on families and whether the state should first study the issue; supporters argued the bill would increase transparency and let institutions respond to funding needs and market conditions. Senator Mazzell offered an amendment lowering the cap from 15 percent to 10 percent, and the committee adopted the amendment before reporting the bill favorably as amended.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 342, which would shift the burden of proof in special education due process hearings from parents to local education agencies. The author and parents testified that the current system places an unfair burden on families of children with disabilities, who often lack access to records and legal resources, and that schools already control the documentation and should have to show compliance with IEP obligations. Jefferson Parish school officials opposed the bill, arguing it would increase legal costs, require more staff and attorney time, and potentially lead to more hearings; they also questioned the fiscal note. The Legislative Fiscal Office said the fiscal impact was indeterminable, and the committee continued hearing testimony from parents and school representatives as the transcript ended.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 5 on State Administration May 20th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- You guys are out there hiring another third attorney position dealing with codes and standards.
- Aquarium and the California Wildlife Officers.
- parks safe and clean.
- government codes and things like that related to payroll in HR What is the name of the system?
- So there's debt that are like maybe parking fines or restitution fees and fines and so we are collecting
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- wildlife collisions and habitat fragmentation.
- WSDOT and Fish and Wildlife came to Port Blakely years before the spot was actually identified, and it
- Wildlife vehicle collisions are predictable and costly.
- resilient wildlife populations now and as weather and climate are changing.
- this bill is an efficient and reasonable step to protecting them and other wildlife.
Committee:
House Transportation
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session - Part 3 - 05/17/26
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Parks control and the carpet barrier extension.
- This bill appropriation will protect, restore, and enhance 68,000 acres and wildlife habitat and 40 miles
- 68,000 ACRES AND WILDLIFE HABITAT AND 40 MILES OF SHORELINE THROUGHOUT MINNESOTA LEVERAGING OVER $15
- Fish and Wildlife will come in, block a stream outlet, and water starts backing up on people's private
- Fish and Wildlife will come in, block a stream outlet, and water starts backing up on people's private
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
01/26/2026 - House Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
House Land, Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- That number was litigated, and it was increased based on court remand to the Fish and Wildlife Service
- You can't have more than one from one county and... ...wildlife.
- And that's why the commission should represent the interests of all wildlife and all Arizonans.
- And Florida, Alabama, and Texas have already banned the meat.
- that can conserve land, water, and wildlife.
Summary:
The House Committee on Land, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs began with member and staff introductions, then heard a committee of reference presentation from the Arizona Beef Council. The council described its checkoff-funded promotion, education, and research work for Arizona beef producers, including consumer education, classroom materials, nutrition tours, and social media outreach. After questions about the funding structure and what would happen if the council were not continued, the committee voted to recommend continuation of the Arizona Beef Council for eight years, until July 1, 2034, by voice vote.
The committee then considered HB 2155, which also continued the Arizona Beef Council for eight years. Members discussed the purpose of the council and the use of checkoff dollars, and the bill received a due pass recommendation on a 7-1 vote. HB 2156, which appropriated money to the livestock compensation fund for wolf depredation losses, was amended to set the amount at $250,000 for fiscal year 2027 and then passed 5-2, with supporters emphasizing rancher compensation and opponents raising concerns about transparency, conflicts of interest, and whether the fund had fully used prior appropriations.
HB 2162, requiring at least one Arizona Game and Fish Commission member to be a cattleman or rancher, drew testimony both for and against. Supporters argued ranchers deserve direct representation on wildlife policy, while opponents said ranchers already have influence through the appointment process and that the commission should represent broader public interests. The chair ultimately announced he would hold the bill rather than advance it at that time. The committee then passed HB 2762, which requires disclaimers on cultivated-cell food products, on a 5-3 vote after debate over federal labeling rules and consumer transparency, and HB 2791, which bans the sale of cell-cultured protein and makes violations a felony, also on a 5-3 vote after testimony about innovation, consumer choice, and concerns about the product’s safety and impact on traditional agriculture. The committee adjourned after completing its agenda.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, November 19, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:48:52.800><c> to</c><00:48:52.960><c> the</c> Freedom Park, and I can attest to the Freedom Park
- And I want to thank my colleague and friend from Texas, Mr. Pfluger, for introducing this bill.
- And I want to thank my colleague and friend from Texas, Mr. Pfluger, for introducing this bill.
- And it prohibited prior misconduct. And it prohibited choke<04:31:36.560><c> codes.
- </c> North Texas, who delivered food and North Texas, who delivered food and supplies<11:39:02.160><c
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- missed economic opportunities for both the city and the state of Texas.
- coming to Texas and you look at this and go not ever again.
- maintaining of parks created by ordinance and statute to carry out that function.
- responsible for cleaning and nourishing our beaches, and that's the Galveston Park Board of Trustees.
- Your service and your time for the state of Texas are appreciated.
Bills:
SB1071 , SB1444 , SB1483 , SB1556 , SB1703 , SB1756 , SB1854 , SB2036 , SB2133 , SB2297 , SB2622 , SB2779 , SB2955 , SB2979
Committee:
Senate Economic Development
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 5/18/25 - Part 3
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- our lakes and rivers; the parks and trails fund, expanding access to parks and trails across the state
- parks and trails, outdoor clean water, parks and trails, outdoor heritage,<00:03:25.599><c> lassard</
- The park and a trail lakes and rivers.
- to the park and fund expanding access to the park and the<00:05:05.840><c> trail</c><00:05:06.560><c
- We're all about park and environment.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Jan 14th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And so for Dax, Department of Citrus, Department of Environmental Protection, Fish and Wildlife, we would
- In addition, the Fish and Wildlife Commission makes up about 10%, and the Department of Citrus and Public
- And then I see that there's a $32 million increase in the fish and wildlife budget, but there's an $18
- , both needed maintenance and and, uh, appropriately at parks, both needed maintenance and enhancements
- And then I see that there's a $32 million increase in the fish and wildlife budget, but there's an $18
Summary:
The committee convened with a quorum, welcomed new member Senator Ralph Massullo, and first took up confirmation of five appointees to water management district and basin board positions. Senator McLean moved favorable confirmation of Ted Everett, Jerome Pate, Michael Romano, Paul Bissfam, John Hall, and Virginia Johns, and the motion passed by roll call.
The main agenda item was the Governor’s Florida First budget presentation for the environmental agencies. Kim Kramer and DEP Secretary Alexis Lambert outlined proposed environmental funding of about $5.8 billion, including more than $1.4 billion for water resources, $810 million for Everglades restoration, $408 million for water quality, $202 million for Resilient Florida, $75 million for beach renourishment, $150 million for Florida Forever, $70 million for state park infrastructure, and $221 million for hazardous waste cleanup. They also highlighted proposed funding for FWC operations, manatee care, python removal, oyster reef restoration, forestry and wildfire equipment, and citrus research and disease response. Members asked about Florida Forever funding, state park wastewater and septic needs, a cut to the Florida Wildlife Research Institute, and how beach renourishment is handled after storms.
The committee then heard the general government budget presentation. Agencies highlighted included DBPR, Gaming Control, the Lottery, DMS, PERC, DFS, OIR, and Revenue. DBPR discussed funding for license processing, an animal abuse hotline, vehicle replacement, and IT recruitment; Gaming Control requested new law enforcement squads and a licensing/enforcement IT system; the Lottery emphasized marketing, retail engagement, IT, and retention funding; DMS proposed building, fleet, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and local government grant investments; PERC described workload growth after SB 256 and requested staffing, operations, and pay increases; OIR sought more staff for consumer protection and market oversight plus building renovations; DFS highlighted My Safe Florida Home funding, fire marshal and first responder support, financial investigations, and gold and silver legal tender implementation; and Revenue requested operational, IT, and fiscally constrained county funding. Members questioned DBPR about unfunded HOA fraud and condo transparency items, DMS about cybersecurity grants, and DFS about My Safe Florida Home funding levels, abandoned grants, and reduced program uptake. No further action was taken, and the committee adjourned without additional votes.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Jan 14th, 2026
Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government
Transcript Highlights:
- For DEP, the Department of Citrus, the Department of Environmental Protection, and Fish and Wildlife,
- In addition, the Fish and Wildlife Commission makes up about 10%, and the Department of Citrus and Public
- And then I see that there's a $32 million increase in the fish and wildlife budget, but there's an $18
- , both needed maintenance and and, uh, appropriately at parks, both needed maintenance and enhancements
- And then I see that there's a $32 million increase in the fish and wildlife budget, but there's an $18
Summary:
The committee first took up confirmation of five water management district appointees: Ted Everett and Jerome Pate to the Northwest Florida Water Management District, Michael Romano to the Big Cypress Basin Board of the South Florida Water Management District, and Paul Bissfam, John Hall, and Virginia Johns to the Southwest Florida Water Management District. Senator McClain moved confirmation, the roll was called, and the committee recommended all appointees favorably.
Members then received the Governor’s Florida First budget presentations for environmental agencies. The environmental package totaled about $5.8 billion and emphasized Everglades restoration, water quality, resilience, land conservation, state parks, hazardous waste cleanup, wildlife management, wildfire response, and citrus support. DEP highlighted more than $1.4 billion for water resources, including $810 million for Everglades restoration, $202 million for Resilient Florida, $150 million for Florida Forever, $70 million for state parks, and $221 million for contamination cleanup. FWC, Agriculture, and Citrus funding priorities were also outlined. Members asked about Florida Forever funding, state park wastewater and septic needs, a reduction at the Florida Wildlife Research Institute, and beach renourishment funding for storm damage.
The committee also heard the General Government portion of the budget, which totaled about $2.9 billion and covered DBPR, Lottery, Financial Services, Management Services, Revenue, PERC, and the Gaming Control Commission. DBPR requested funds for license processing, an animal abuse hotline, fleet replacement, and IT retention. FGCC sought new enforcement squads and an IT licensing/enforcement system. The Lottery proposed marketing, retail engagement, IT, and retention funding. DMS emphasized building modernization, fleet telematics, 911 and radio upgrades, cybersecurity, a local government cybersecurity grant program, and data interoperability. PERC described a sharp increase in labor cases and elections after SB 256 and requested staffing, election administration, and hearing officer pay increases. DFS highlighted My Safe Florida Home, fire marshal and first responder support, financial investigations, and gold and silver legal tender implementation. Revenue requested operational and IT funding and support for fiscally constrained counties. Questions focused on DBPR’s condo and HOA initiatives, cybersecurity grant reductions, and the My Safe Florida Home program’s abandoned grants and matching requirements. No additional votes were taken, and the committee adjourned.