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• Um, what worries me about the bill as written is essentially the last two lines under subdivision 8 is
• Um, what worries me about the bill as written is essentially the last two lines under subdivision 8 is
• Um, what worries me about the bill as written is essentially the last two lines under subdivision 8 is
• Um, what worries me about the bill as written is essentially the last two lines under subdivision 8 is
• Um, what worries me about the bill as written is essentially the last two lines under subdivision 8 is

Bills: HF3560, HF3295, HF2937, HF3540

Keywords: electronic signatures, estate planning, uniform law, legal documents, Minnesota statutes, open meeting law, transparency, public engagement, social media, government accountability, parenting consultant, parenting time, custody, family court, family law, neutral third party, alternative dispute resolution, child custody, visitation, parenting coordinator

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• all intents and purposes, protecting against land use conversion from natural environments to subdivisions
• home, whatever it may be, next to a nice river, with great views, that has resulted in a lot of subdivisions
• Because when we did the subdivision, we were making two to three to four thousand dollars an acre.
• Subdivisions of the state are eligible. Municipalities and tribal governments are also eligible.
• And a variety of state subdivisions.

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• unintentional omission by referring to cannabis offenses in the relevant chapter without citing subdivisions
• Now, our current statute, as of today, 242.63, subdivision 6, mandates that businesses must provide to
• of today, Now, our current statute as of today, 242.63<00:40:30.960> 63<00:40:31.440> subdivision
• <00:40:32.160> 6<00:40:33.040> mandates<00:40:33.839> that 242.63 63 subdivision
• 6 mandates that 242.63 63 subdivision 6 mandates that businesses<00:40:34.720> must<00:40:35.040

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• This bill, AB 810, would require special districts, JPAs, and other political subdivisions to no later
• And if you look in 22757.7.21 subdivision H, the definition of covered product is intended to or highly
• The other item that we wanted to raise with you is in section 22757.22 subdivisions B and C, where there
• This was something that we added in the CCPA in 2018 under Section 1798.115, subdivision (d), in the
• Under Section 1798.115, subdivision (d), in the Civil Code, that was something that we specifically added

Summary: The committee first heard AB 56, which would require social media platforms to display a warning label about potential mental health harms from prolonged use, with amendments shortening the initial warning and allowing immediate access to the platform. The author and supporters, including a parent who lost a daughter to suicide and a therapist, argued that social media contributes to teen anxiety, self-harm, and other harms and that families need clearer public health information. Opponents from tech and civil liberties groups argued the bill would be ineffective, burdensome, and likely unconstitutional, saying it would create warning fatigue and should be replaced by more targeted tools and digital literacy measures. Several members discussed emergency access concerns, language access, and whether the warning should be more actionable; the bill was moved on a 9-0 vote to the Judiciary Committee. The committee then took up AB 358, which would amend CalECPA to allow law enforcement, with the victim’s consent, to inspect certain abandoned tracking or surveillance devices found in a victim’s home, vehicle, or personal property without first obtaining a warrant. The author and a San Diego prosecutor said the bill is narrowly tailored to devices used solely for spying and is intended to help stalking and domestic violence survivors act quickly before evidence is lost. Opponents from EFF and the ACLU warned the bill would weaken warrant protections, create a loophole around CalECPA, and reduce transparency and accountability. Members debated Fourth Amendment issues, abandonment, and the practical need for rapid access; the bill passed the committee on a 9-0 vote to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 1137, which builds on last year’s CSAM reporting law by allowing any user to report child sexual abuse material, requiring clearer reporting mechanisms, adding human review in some cases, and mandating third-party audits and public reporting. Supporters, including survivor advocates and a parent of a child victim, said the bill would reduce the burden on survivors and improve removal of abusive content. Tech industry opponents said they support the goal but objected to the human-review mandate, public audit disclosures, and enforcement provisions, arguing they could create security risks and compliance burdens. Members generally supported the bill’s intent but raised questions about audit frequency and human review; the bill was moved on call with seven votes at the time of the transcript.

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• may have to check with our Judiciary and Public Safety fiscal analyst regarding whether the first subdivision
• whether<00:30:49.039> the<00:30:50.000> the<00:30:50.240> first<00:30:50.600> subdivision
• <00:30:51.240> would whether the the first subdivision would whether the the first subdivision
• county of financial responsibility for withdrawal management services is defined in section 256G.02, subdivision

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Again, this bill simply changes the last paragraph of 34261 in subdivision 1, which regulates the testing

Keywords: 1183, house

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• authors and supporters, including elimination of vague reference to another approved use that was in subdivision
• In the original language, subdivision 2.2 references the number of tons of recyclable materials that
• authors and supporters, including elimination of vague reference to another approved use that was in subdivision
• In the original language, subdivision 2.2 references the number of tons of recyclable materials that
• In the original language, subdivision 2.2 references the number of tons of recyclable materials that

Keywords: 1183, house

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• And then subdivision 7 on 3.21, it's we're going to the amount necessary to make the plans to re repay
• And then subdivision 7 on 3.21, it's we're going to the amount necessary to make the plans to re repay
• And then<00:37:01.680> subdivision<00:37:02.320> 7<00:37:02.640> on<00:37:02.880
• > 3.21, then subdivision 7 on 3.21, then subdivision 7 on 3.21, it's<00:37:04.960> we're
• point where the prohibition<00:41:29.119> under<00:41:29.359> this<00:41:29.520> subdivision

Bills: HF4609, HF4401

Keywords: infertility, fertility treatment, fertility preservation, IVF, assisted reproductive technology, ART, oocyte retrieval, embryo transfer, egg freezing, sperm freezing, reproductive health, maternity coverage, health insurance mandate, health plan benefits, Medical Assistance, Medicaid, MinnesotaCare, family planning, oncology fertility preservation, chemotherapy

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• as I get through the definitions and all that, and and we're when enactment, but then we get to subdivision
• And so, for the record, just want to be really clear that subdivision two of this bill does pretty clearly
• And so, for the record, just want to be really clear that subdivision two of this bill does pretty clearly
• two<01:17:19.120> of<01:17:19.240> this<01:17:19.480> bill clear that subdivision
• two of this bill clear that subdivision two of this bill uh<01:17:20.680> does<01:17:20.960><

Bills: HF4456, HF4544, HF3698

Keywords: data broker, data brokerage, consumer privacy, personal data, data privacy, Minnesota attorney general, registration, public registry, civil penalties, enforcement, special revenue fund, privacy rights, data sales, data collection, consumer protection, chapter 325M, controller, processor, data broker registry, transparency

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• that I'm most concerned about<01:08:17.440> is<01:08:18.200> sub<01:08:18.880> subdivision
• about is sub subdivision two. about is sub subdivision two.
• that<01:08:54.560> are<01:08:54.640> in<01:08:54.759> this<01:08:55.160> subdivision
• <01:08:56.319> What<01:08:56.759> What that are in this subdivision?
• What What that are in this subdivision?

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• promulgated, or approved by the federal government, a federal agency, a state agency, or a political subdivision
• It needs to be this state or an agency or political subdivision of this state in Texas.
• So are you releasing it on behalf of every political subdivision in Texas?
• Yeah, and the other political subdivisions would have to do that themselves.
• Counties and subdivisions have had this right for many years. We've heard this already.

Bills: HB2242, HB2446, HB2799, HB4502, HB2920, HB2790, HB5620, HB5060, HB5076, HB5080, HB5081, HB5128, HB5130, HB3847, HB5116, HB2969, HB4546, HB4202, HB5624, HB3964, HB4803, HB872, HB4775, HB4777, HB4961, HB5570, HB2988, HB4260, HB1375, HB5009, HB5411, HB5134, HB4388, HB3095, HB1387

Keywords: constables, civil rights, local government, law enforcement, policy-making authority, affidavit, medical bills, civil actions, reasonable charges, healthcare services, judicial statistics, court performance, family law, civil cases, efficiency reporting, court security, emergency management, harassment penalties, judicial safety, court committee

Summary: The committee heard House Bill 4961, which would bar uninsured motorists from recovering non-economic damages after a collision. The author said the bill is intended to create incentives to maintain insurance and to address what he described as an unfair system for insured drivers. Texans for Lawsuit Reform and Texas Eagle Forum testified in support, while the Texas Trial Lawyers Association opposed it, warning the bill could also affect pedestrians, passengers, children, and others who did not choose whether a vehicle was insured. The bill author clarified that passengers would be included in the bill’s coverage. No vote was taken and the bill was left pending. House Bill 5570 would extend a legislative attorney CLE exemption to attorneys appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate to boards or commissions. The author said the measure is meant to ease time burdens and encourage service, and a witness supported it as a modest incentive for public service. A committee member noted a discrepancy in the number of affected attorneys, and the author agreed to verify the correct figure. The bill was left pending. The committee also heard House Bill 2969, which would restrict the State Bar from adopting rules or penalties that unreasonably burden attorneys’ religious exercise or free speech based on sincerely held beliefs. The author and several witnesses from Texas Values, Alliance Defending Freedom, and Cecilia Wood argued the bill protects lawyers of faith from an ABA model rule they described as a speech code. No one testified against the bill, and it was left pending. House Bill 4260, which would prohibit county judges and county commissioners from practicing law in courts over which they have jurisdiction, drew opposition from the County Judges and Commissioners Association, which argued existing ethics rules already address conflicts and that the bill would burden rural officials. The author said the bill was prompted by concerns about judges using their office to pressure others. The bill was left pending. House Bill 5134 would limit Rule 202 pre-suit depositions to people who have suffered or reasonably expect actual damages and would allow attorney’s fees against abusive petitioners. The author said the bill is aimed at preventing harassment and fishing expeditions, especially in family-law disputes. Questions focused on how the standard would work and how it differs from current law; the author said the main change is fee-shifting and a clearer legislative directive. The bill was left pending. House Bill 3095, a committee substitute version of a similar uninsured-motorist bill, would bar uninsured motorists from recovering non-economic damages and limit economic recovery, with several exceptions. Trial lawyers argued it was unconstitutional because it capped economic damages and could unfairly affect innocent drivers, pedestrians, and older people who no longer drive. The author acknowledged constitutional concerns and said the bill would need further work; the committee withdrew the substitute and left the bill pending. Finally, House Bill 4388 would require all judges, including county judges who perform administrative duties, to remain subject to the Code of Judicial Conduct. Supporters said some elected judges avoid accountability by relinquishing judicial functions, while opponents argued the bill is too rigid and unnecessary because existing remedies already exist. House Bill 3964 would limit public nuisance claims to their historical role and bar such claims against lawful conduct, conduct already covered by other remedies, and products. The author and supporters said the bill is meant to prevent courts from using public nuisance to make policy, while opponents argued it would eliminate useful remedies and could affect local actions against environmental or product-related harms. The author said the bill would not affect statutory nuisance claims, private nuisance claims, or other causes of action, and would be amended to clarify some provisions. The bill was left pending.

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• You will also see in subdivision 3, on 26.10, that as of right now the AgBMP Loan Program is only allowed
• You will also see in subdivision 3, on 26.10, that as of right now the AgBMP Loan Program is only allowed
• You'll see that in subdivision 2, subdivision 8, subdivision 4, and subdivision 1B.

Bills: HF2446, HF2878, HF2667, HF1795, HF2683, HF2916

Keywords: agriculture finance, broadband development, Department of Agriculture, Board of Animal Health, Agricultural Utilization Research Institute, Office of Broadband Development, food safety, food handler license, cottage food, home processed food, livestock dealer, meat packing company, milk marketer, milk marketing license, grain buyer, grain storage, beginning farmer, emerging farmer, farm down payment assistance, livestock investment grant

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• Um, section one, subdivision one, that says the commissioner must penalize employer if the employer or
• Um, section one,<00:27:01.600> subdivision<00:27:02.159> one,<00:27:02.400> that
• <00:27:02.640> says<00:27:03.120> the one, subdivision one, that says the one, subdivision
• law regarding Regarding misclassification, you probably understand right where that is: 181.722, subdivision
• you to, if you could, please speak to how the penalties that you're seeking would interact with subdivision

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• have a much stronger, um, section of law that allows us to do that in our section of law 3.971, subdivision
• have a much stronger, um, section of law that allows us to do that in our section of law 3.971, subdivision
• have a much stronger, um, section of law that allows us to do that in our section of law 3.971, subdivision
• 40.399> the<00:34:40.560> first<00:34:40.800> part<00:34:41.000> of subdivision
• 6A um so the first part of subdivision 6A um so the first part of this<00:34:41.320> bill<00:

Bills: HF1867, HF1240

Keywords: lottery, retailer contracts, Minnesota Statutes, contract qualifications, public integrity, criminal background, legislative auditor, public funds, state government, compliance, transparency, 1183, house

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• On lines 3.6 to 3.9, subdivision 7, it says the commissioner of Natural Resources must incorporate and
• um Mr chair so um lines 3.6 to 3.9 DNR um Mr chair so um lines 3.6 to 3.9 the<01:21:23.199> subdivision
• 7 the consideration of the subdivision 7 the consideration of recommendations<01:21:27.600> so
• Representative Pelin, considering this, especially in subdivision 7 as you referenced, the concern here
• Considering this, especially in subdivision 7 as you referenced, the concern here is that we're dealing

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Furthermore, in the new DE2, subsection 7, subdivision 3 gives broader protections against removal to
• <00:08:05.759> 3<00:08:06.199> gives de2 sub section 7 subdivision 3 gives de2 sub
• section 7 subdivision 3 gives broader<00:08:06.960> protections<00:08:07.599> against<00
• This is what they use for OSHA inspections, and these are just kind of the subdivisions they give you
• This is what they use for OSHA inspections, and these are just kind of the subdivisions they give you

Bills: HF1, HF98

Keywords: Office of Inspector General, inspector general, legislative audit, fraud prevention, waste and abuse, public funds, grant oversight, state grants, grant management, whistleblower protection, retaliation, subpoena power, data practices, government transparency, accountability, law enforcement referrals, sanctions, debarment, payment withholding, public assistance fraud

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• 01:50:06.240> daycare So, it essentially just removes and amends the on page 151, deletes subdivision
• > this I'm I'm concerned about eliminating this I'm I'm concerned about eliminating this subdivision
• <01:51:26.120> without<01:51:27.240> um<01:51:27.520> further subdivision without
• um further subdivision without um further discussion<01:51:28.400> about<01:51:28.880> whether
• Chair, Senator Koran, is there a way that we could modify your amendment instead of eliminating the subdivision

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• Minnesota Statute 363A.23, this is exemptions for education, and in subdivision 2 it's athletic teams
• This is a common sense bill. to you and then in subdivision and three to you and then in subdivision
• education a23 this is exemptions um for education and<01:19:42.040> in<01:19:42.199> subdivision
• 2<01:19:43.239> it's<01:19:43.560> athletic<01:19:44.080> teams and in subdivision
• 2 it's athletic teams and in subdivision 2 it's athletic teams not<01:19:45.360> withstanding

Keywords: 1183, house

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• They are political subdivisions of the state, granted with specific authority to manage and protect groundwater
• But it could be potentially, if it is an eligible political subdivision, meaning there's a public sponsor
• The Board does have financial assistance programs that may be available to political subdivisions for
• cities who've been told you've got to curtail your production at the same time that there are subdivisions
• We just approved a 100-home subdivision in North Anderson County that Frankston Rural Water System is

Summary: The committee held a hearing on high-capacity groundwater wells proposed in Anderson, Henderson, and Houston counties, with members framing the issue as one of local water supply, fairness, and the need to modernize groundwater law while protecting private property rights. Opening remarks focused on the scale of the proposed Redtown Ranch and Pine Bliss projects, the potential export of tens of thousands of acre-feet of groundwater annually, and concerns that the applications lacked sufficient technical detail and could harm nearby landowners, cities, agriculture, and manufacturing. Members also noted the broader context of the recent flooding tragedy in central Texas and the Legislature’s intent to address water-related loss of life in the upcoming special session. Witnesses from the Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts and the Texas Water Development Board explained the current groundwater management framework. They described groundwater conservation districts as the state’s preferred management method, the role of groundwater management areas and desired future conditions, and how the Water Development Board uses those conditions to calculate modeled available groundwater. They emphasized that districts rely on local data, monitoring wells, and planning processes, but that information is often more limited in areas without a district, where the rule of capture applies. Members pressed witnesses on recharge rates, export permits, subsidence, the effect of pumping on nearby wells, the age and real-time availability of model data, and whether the proposed project would exceed modeled available groundwater in some counties. TCEQ explained its limited oversight role over groundwater conservation districts, including inquiries, compliance actions, and, in extreme cases, dissolution authority. Water Development Board staff also outlined funding programs, saying the New Water Supply for Texas Fund is limited to projects such as brackish desalination, reuse, ASR, and other new-supply projects, and does not fund fresh groundwater exports alone. They said the project at issue had not applied for board funding. A water lawyer then testified on the rule of capture, ownership in place, and district regulation, arguing that districts must use permitting and other tools to manage production within modeled available groundwater and that the Legislature could consider additional authority over groundwater exports under current law.

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• It seems that we’ve had the capacity for state subdivisions of any type to utilize the Treasurer’s Office
• Political subdivisions have always been sacrosanct as they're the closest ones to the voters and they're
• political subdivisions of the state. political subdivisions of the state.
• Political<01:35:01.040> subdivisions<01:35:01.840> have<01:35:02.159> always<01:
• 35:02.560> been Political subdivisions have always been Political subdivisions have always been

Keywords: 916, all