Transcript Highlights:

• But it will instead cause confusion within rental housing.
• Therefore, I can't support this bill.
• Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of Chair Igo's House File.
• Thank you so much, Chair Igo, for your help and support on that.
• The support from NARO, is that right?

Committee: House Housing Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:

• Same term space was located and the lessor agreed to lease 4,325 square feet of office space at a rental
• </c><01:09:34.000><c> It</c><01:09:34.239><c> gives</c> events, private suite rentals.
• It gives events, private suite rentals.
• </c><01:20:58.719><c> And</c><01:20:58.880><c> we</c> supports the full debt service.
• And we supports the full debt service.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee first received several information items, including University of Kentucky reports on medical and research equipment purchases, five school districts’ planned bond issues, and a School Facilities Construction Commission list of prior debt issues. Members then heard and approved an appropriation increase for a federally funded University of Kentucky project at the Central Kentucky Regional Airport in Richmond. The project will construct a terminal building and is tied to EKU’s airport operations and planned flight school; members asked about the public funding, the role of EKU, and possible aviation expansion, and the item was approved by roll call. The committee next approved a University of Kentucky lease purchase for an 85,000-square-foot facility at 415 West Sun Street in Morehead for $6.4 million. UK said the property, formerly the Rowan County Board of Education site, is directly across from UK St. Clair and will be used for multiple purposes; members questioned the quarterly payment structure and why the county preferred not to receive the full amount upfront, but the item was approved. The committee then heard three appropriation increases in the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet: a Fish and Wildlife pump project at Ballard Wildlife Management Area and two Lake Barkley State Resort Park repair projects. Finance staff explained the Lake Barkley increases were mainly to cover construction contingencies after bids came in close to available funding, and the committee approved the action items. Janice Thomas then presented four pool projects requiring no action: HVAC upgrades at the Future Farmers of America Leadership Training Center in Hardinsburg, geothermal and HVAC work at the Kentucky School for the Blind, a Brady Hall HVAC project at the Kentucky School for the Blind, and a renovation of Shanti Hall at Kentucky State University for the School of Engineering Technology. Members asked no substantive questions on those items. Finally, Natalie Broner presented a new CHFS lease in Wayne County and a Transportation Cabinet lease modification in Christian County. The Wayne County lease drew the most discussion, with members questioning the rent, the lack of other bids, and whether another county location might be preferable; CHFS said it maintains county-seat offices statewide and that the Wayne County site would replace an existing office. The Christian County item was described as a replacement site for driver licensing services with renovation costs largely absorbed by the lessor. Both lease items were presented for action after the discussion.

Transcript Highlights:

• might void a damaged waiver for a rental vehicle.
• For your support to make sure Texas remains a leader in innovation and job creation.
• I'm here to support House Bill 4197.
• I'm proud to support this bill because it raises the floor, not the ceiling.
• Thank you for your time and your consideration of this bill, and I urge you to support it.

Bills: HB2963 , HB3005 , HB3287 , HB3288 , HB3289 , HB3290 , HB3344 , HB3712 , HB3862 , HB3874 , HB4196 , HB4308 , HB4901 , HB4984

Committee: House Trade, Workforce & Economic Development

Keywords: digital equipment, repair rights, manufacturers, maintenance, consumer rights, construction contracts, payment regulations, public works, dispute resolution, audit procedures, construction, trust funds, mechanic's lien, contractor, subcontractor, residential properties, disputes, payment obligations, accountability, payment disputes

Summary: The committee heard testimony on HB 3862, which would restrict social media app use for minors and limit smartphone/social media access in classrooms. Supporters, including representatives from Champions for Childhood, argued that smartphones and social media are linked to addiction, distraction, cyberbullying, and worsening youth mental health, and said the bill would help parents and schools protect children. After testimony, the committee left HB 3862 pending. Members then heard HB 3712, a construction retainage bill that would stop owners from withholding reserved funds on specially fabricated materials once they are delivered, approved, and warranted, while still allowing retainage for labor and installation. Witnesses from the precast concrete industry said current retainage practices delay payment for years and create financial risk for subcontractors and suppliers. The bill was left pending after closing. The committee also heard HB 2963, a right-to-repair bill requiring manufacturers to provide parts, tools, and information for owners and independent repair providers, with carve-outs for medical devices, vehicles covered by existing repair agreements, trade secrets, and security protections. Support came from consumer, environmental, repair, and policy groups, while one witness from Safelite was neutral and urged removal of the MOU reference for auto manufacturers. HB 2963 was left pending. The committee also heard HB 4308, which would create county industrial development districts to attract industrial employers and finance infrastructure through local elections and a board structure. Supporters, including the Fort Bend County commissioner, said the bill would help counties diversify tax bases and create jobs; the bill was left pending. Later, the committee took up several pending bills and voted to report HB 74, HB 112, HB 2214, HB 3016, HB 3133, HB 3173, HB 3807, HB 4063, HB 4115, HB 5008, and HB 2652 favorably to the full House, with some sent to the Local and Consent Calendars. The committee also heard HB 3874 on construction contract transparency and HB 4196 on creating a task force to modernize manufacturing, both of which were left pending. Finally, the committee heard HB 3344, which would create a licensing and regulatory framework for re-roofing contractors; supporters said it would curb storm-chasing and protect homeowners, while one roofing contractor opposed it as too restrictive and argued existing fraud laws are sufficient. HB 3344 was also left pending.

Transcript Highlights:

• Given the more frequent turnover rate of rental units, the bill allows rental properties to meet this
• Affordable housing for veterans in San Antonio, so I support the bill 100%.
• Veterans with supportive housing.
• So, I support House Bill 26.
• We would also thank you if you would support the bill.

Bills: HCR7 , HB1557 , HB1608 , HB2061 , HB2201 , HB2210 , HB2426 , HB2754 , HJR165 , HB2513 , HCR7

Committee: House S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs

Keywords: Veterans of Foreign Wars, veterans, commemoration, military service, recognition, September 29, waiver programs, toll roads, discount programs, transportation, affordable housing, land bank program, low-income households, Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, HB 2061, Texas Transportation Code, Chapter 225, State Highway 242, Interstate Highway 69, Montgomery County

Transcript Highlights:

• I will support the motion.
• I mean, I support timeliness and so forth and the intent.
• Representative Crane said he would support the motion.
• I support the passage of this bill also.
• I support the passage of this bill also.

Committee: House Business

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> invest locally in Minnesota and support invest locally in Minnesota and support the<00:19:08.440
• </c> that the league was a strong supporter that the league was a strong supporter of<00:21:58.080><c
• </c><00:23:17.159><c> for</c> long-standing position of support for long-standing position of support
• We support the Transportation Advancement Account.
• We support the Transportation Advancement Account.

Committee: House Transportation Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Uh, House Bill 254 is a departmental bill. for rental properties and property for rental properties and
• </c> Transportation Committee, Supporting Transportation Committee, Supporting Inclusive<00:26:42.520
• And I move adoption of their support.
• President, I move this technical amendment and ask for the body's support. All right.
• </c> body's support. body's support. All<01:19:57.520><c> right.

Keywords: Senate streaming session for Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 960, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• All right, I want to welcome all the drag queens that came here today to support and testify in support
• However, they represent Arizona, and I hope that you support this bill.
• I think we don't do enough as a state to support our veterans.
• I think we don't do enough as a state to support our veterans.
• Majority Leader and the members that are supporting that. And with that, I vote aye. Thank you.

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and a series of guest introductions and personal privilege remarks recognizing visitors, health care advocates, short-term rental representatives, firefighters, and a Guatemalan ambassador, along with a proclamation affirming Arizona’s bilateral relationship with Guatemala. Members also announced committee meetings, and the chamber later recessed and reconvened before adjournment. The main floor action came in Committee of the Whole, where the House considered and gave do pass recommendations to HB 2029 (water grant application details), HB 2045 (addressing drive-by shootings), HB 2062 (Buffalo Soldiers monument), HB 2126 as amended (with a floor amendment after discussion with the ACO Association), and HB 2131 (criminal justice-related, described briefly as targeting “bad guys”). The Committee of the Whole report was adopted and those bills were sent to engrossing. The House then took up HB 2792, an emergency measure on property tax exemptions for veterans, and passed it 57-0, with members from both parties praising the bill as veteran tax relief and a cleanup of prior budget language. The chamber also adopted HCR 2043, which applies to Congress to call an Article V convention for a constitutional amendment imposing term limits on members of Congress; it passed 33-24 after extended debate, with supporters arguing for term limits and opponents warning about the risks of a constitutional convention and urging Arizona to impose term limits on itself first.

Transcript Highlights:

• HR employees supports Protecting HR employees supports workforce<00:02:21.120><c> stability,</c><00:
• They administer tenant-based rental assistance, own and operate affordable housing, buy and sell real
• rental administer tenant-based rental assistance,<00:03:36.000><c> own</c><00:03:36.239><c> and</c><00
• </c> thank you for your time and your support thank you for your time and your support of<00:10:25.040
• </c> support it. support it. &gt;&gt; Thank<00:21:49.520><c> you.</c> &gt;&gt; Thank you.

Bills: HF4141 , HF3951

Committee: House Housing Finance and Policy

Keywords: housing authority, criminal penalty, assault, public safety, redevelopment, submetered utility service, tenant rights, digital payment, eviction protection, housing policy, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Isaac Lassiter, Cutting Edge Modular, in support. California YIMBY in support.
• Other folks here in support. Hello, Brooke Pritchard, on behalf of California YIMBY, in support.
• Are there any other witnesses in support? Thank you. Are there any other witnesses in support?
• We're also support-if-amended and support the amendments outlined by RCRC. All right.
• Do we have any other supporters? Any supporters in the audience here?

Committee: House Housing and Community Development

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Well, I, too, rise in support of this resolution 8679.
• So I appreciate the support. Further remarks?
• Also rising in support of Substitute Senate Bill 5886.
• So, asking for your support.
• And with that, I urge the body's support.

Bills: SB5223 , SB5286 , SB6002 , SB6178 , SB5892 , SB5177 , SB6039 , SB5874 , SB5863 , SB5972 , SB5941 , SB5203 , SB6014 , SB5993 , SB5831 , SB5928 , SB5912 , SB5825 , SB5223 , SB6178 , SB5892 , SB5177 , SB6039 , SB5941 , SB5993 , SB5831 , SB5928 , SB5912 , SB6183 , SB6071 , SB5995 , SB5966 , SB5841 , SB5840 , SB6061 , SB6058 , SB5931 , SB5944 , SB5520 , SB6011 , SB6087 , SB6076 , SB5916 , SB6016 , SB5936 , SB6137 , SB5185 , SB5956 , SB6025 , SB6009 , SB5833 , SB6161 , SB6188 , SB5890 , SB5917 , SB5820 , SB5973 , SJM8015 , SB5816 , SB6136 , SB6091 , SB6024

Keywords: criminal offense, fingerprinting, law enforcement, state regulations, public safety, policing costs, state hospitals, local funding, budget allocation, automated license plate reader, ALPR, license plate recognition, LPR, surveillance, driver privacy, vehicle tracking, location data, law enforcement technology, data retention, audit trail

Transcript Highlights:

• Many of the critical funds meant to support survivors are still frozen.
• Many of the critical funds meant to support survivors are still frozen.
• Our survivors are in desperate need of support, and when they reach out, they should not be turned away
• They provide critical support for survivors seeking emergency assistance, counseling, legal advocacy,
• </c> to signing a lease um with Supportive to signing a lease um with Supportive Services<00:26:10.159

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:34:12.879><c> LGBTQ</c> tried to recall him for supporting LGBTQ tried to recall him for supporting
• </c> affordable housing and rental affordable housing and rental opportunities.<01:19:04.159><c> This
• </c> more folks uh on board with in support more folks uh on board with in support of<01:20:21.520><c
• I rise in support of this amendment.
• Uh, I rise in support of this amendment.

Keywords: 981, all

Transcript Highlights:

• So you need rental assistance.
• , transportation supports, employment supports, and health and medical supports.
• The rental assistance is key in getting people into housing, but it's those supportive services... ..
• And then to make these permanent supportive housing projects successful, you need the permanent rental
• Without ongoing support.

Committee: Joint Human Services

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The Human Services Committee met in interim session and first approved the previous meeting minutes before receiving a series of presentations on homelessness and housing stability. Jennifer Henderson of the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency updated members on the new Interagency Council on Homelessness, describing its executive-order mandate to review resources, gather input from stakeholders, identify gaps, and develop recommendations. She said the council’s first work is building a statewide program matrix of existing homeless services and funding sources, with attention to youth, tribal communities, and other vulnerable populations. Members raised concerns about youth homelessness, homeless veterans, and how the council will stay focused on a practical framework rather than getting lost in details. The committee also discussed possible connections to the rural health transformation grant and agreed to continue the topic later in the spring. Beth Olson of Presentation Partners in Housing described the organization’s housing-first model in Cass County and Clay County, including homeless prevention/diversion, housing navigation, and Cooper House, a 42-unit permanent supportive housing building in Fargo. She said the organization focuses on people with long-term and chronic homelessness, many with mental health, addiction, health, domestic violence, and Indigenous identity-related barriers, and reported strong outcomes: 85 of 86 people housed in 2025, 91% still housed after one year, and major reductions in emergency room use, ambulance rides, jail stays, detox days, and shelter use. She also explained that state funding has grown from a small share of the budget to about $1.1 million in state-connected funding for fiscal 2026, largely through contracts tied to supportive services. Members asked about vouchers, rent contributions at Cooper House, length of stay, and whether similar projects could be expanded elsewhere. Andrea Olson of the Community Action Partnership of North Dakota outlined statewide homeless and housing-related services delivered through six community action agencies in all 53 counties. She explained the Community Services Block Grant structure, said housing was identified as the top need in the most recent statewide needs assessment, and described programs including Supportive Services for Veteran Families, North Dakota Homeless Grant services, and Home ARP supportive services. She emphasized that the end of North Dakota Rent Help has increased pressure on the system, that the current $2 million annual homeless grant is far smaller than prior rent-help assistance, and that community action is using case management and financial assistance to move households toward self-sufficiency. Members asked about funding formulas, rural service delivery, and coordination with Presentation Partners to avoid duplication. YouthWorks then began a presentation on youth homelessness, describing services for ages 12 to 24, the special needs of youth and former foster youth, and the organization’s use of federal and state funds to support transitional housing, emergency shelter, maternity housing, and diversion services.

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> So, I just appreciate everyone's support So, I just appreciate everyone's support in<00:09:16.839
• And we we've always, uh, supported.
• :39:11.120><c> the</c> Redevelopment projects supported by the Redevelopment projects supported by the
• </c> support 80 units of housing. support 80 units of housing.
• </c><00:57:37.960><c> credits,</c> various homeowner and rental credits, various homeowner and rental

Bills: HF2715 , HF2499 , HF3420 , HF3657 , HF2303

Committee: House Taxes

Keywords: HF2715, homestead credit refund, property tax refund, property tax relief, homeowner tax relief, homestead credit, co-pay reduction, Minnesota property taxes, tax rebate, state refund, income thresholds, inflation adjustment, property tax circuit breaker, housing affordability, elderly homeowners, fixed income, taxation, Minnesota Statutes 290A.04, renters credit, income tax

Transcript Highlights:

• and vacation rentals.
• So with that, I just say that I would encourage support and passage of this.
• With that, I urge your support. Is there further debate? Is there further debate?
• There's reasons why we want to support it.
• I urge your support. The debate is closed.

Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, offered prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and approved the previous day’s journal. Leadership announced that the day’s only substantive floor item would be House Bill 559, along with routine committee reports and first- and second-reading referrals for several measures, including Senate bills on retirement, insurance investments, short-term rentals, rural health transformation, foster care, Medicaid, and alcoholic beverages, plus House Concurrent Resolution 24 honoring fallen firefighters and House Bill 557 on human rights/local anti-discrimination ordinances. House Bill 559, the annual tax conformity bill, was brought up under suspension of the rules and debated at length. Supporters said it was needed so Idahoans, businesses, accountants, and the Tax Commission could file returns using the updated federal tax provisions, and they highlighted individual benefits such as no tax on tips and overtime, car loan interest deductions, senior-related deductions, and an increased grocery tax credit. Opponents argued the bill would worsen an already strained budget, create administrative burdens, and force future cuts to schools, transportation, and other services; some urged full conformity or a later effective date instead of retroactive conformity to January 1, 2025. After debate, the Senate passed House Bill 559 on a roll call vote of 28-7, with one paired vote noted, and approved the title for return to the House. A minority report on the bill was also ordered spread upon the journal. The Senate then moved through miscellaneous business, including introductions of visiting youth leaders from Bonneville County and family members in the gallery, and adjourned until Monday, February 9, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• I AM GOING TO TRY TO SUPPORT THIS TODAY.
• I WILL NOT SUPPORT THE BILL TODAY.
• LAUREN IS WAIVING IN SUPPORT. BOB, HILLSBORO IS WAIVING IN SUPPORT AND MIKE IS WAIVING IN SUPPORT.
• RYAN KENNEDY IS WAIVING IN SUPPORT FOR GREG MATTHEWS IS WAIVING IN SUPPORT.
• BEING ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE AND DISPLAY THEIR SUPPORT ON UNYIELDING SUPPORT.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• bill, I did testify Tuesday on uh, the bill on the property tax refund program, and again, offer our support
• And our little town of Hopkins, that's 2 by 2 miles and 65% rental.
• /c><00:11:27.280><c> miles</c><00:11:27.640><c> and</c><00:11:27.880><c> 65%</c><00:11:28.800><c> rental
• </c> that's 2 by 2 miles and 65% rental. that's 2 by 2 miles and 65% rental.

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• And it also, in the bill, talks about the short-term rentals such as the Airbnbs.
• Because in my community, they have been an issue, the short-term rentals have.
• So all we have in here is the definition of the short-term rental unit, and then in the, let's see, it's
• section are not going to prohibit... ...the municipal bodies from enforcing rules related to short-term rentals
• So I hope we can work on that part of it because I don't think I can, I want to support this bill, but

Bills: SB1519 , SB1775 , SB1900 , SB1948 , SB2080

Committee: Senate Local and County Government

Keywords: municipal zoning, home-based businesses, no-impact businesses, local government, regulation, short-term rentals, municipal ordinance, municipal court, court of record, court not of record, city penalties, fine limits, penalty cap, ordinance enforcement, state statute, traffic offenses, speeding, parking, DUI, DWI

Summary: The Senate Local and County Government Committee considered several bills dealing with municipal regulation, penalties, incentives, fireworks, and tax increment financing. Senate Bill 1519 would allow low-impact home-based businesses to operate without additional municipal permitting or zoning restrictions, while still requiring compliance with state and federal laws and applicable professional boards. Members questioned how the bill would define “no-impact” businesses, how it would affect short-term rentals and home-based services like nail salons or dispensaries, and whether it reduced local oversight. The bill passed 7-2. Senate Bill 1775 clarified that municipalities may impose penalties for traffic-, alcohol-, and drug-related offenses that are less than or equal to the state statutory penalty, and set caps for other municipal fines. After extended questioning over whether the bill lowered or matched state penalties, a legislative analyst was brought in to explain that the measure was intended to resolve confusion about municipal authority. The bill passed 10-0. Senate Bill 1900 would direct 5% of the value of state economic development incentives to cities or counties for infrastructure, with members raising concerns about how the funds would be split, whether counties or cities would control them, and how the bill would apply in unincorporated areas. The author said he was open to revising the language, and the bill passed 11-0. Senate Bill 1948 would expand the time frame for licensed fireworks sellers to sell consumer fireworks year-round and would also bar counties from prohibiting private outdoor consumer fireworks displays, subject to burn bans and other safety limits. Questions focused on safety, county zoning, and whether the bill relied on an outdated building code reference. The bill passed 8-2. Senate Bill 2080, a request bill from county assessors, would require assessors to be included as an information resource in TIF/TID processes, align district boundaries with parcel lines, and allow administrative fees to cover assessor costs. Members debated the justification and size of the fee and whether it would burden local governments, but the bill passed 8-2.

Transcript Highlights:

• And I strongly support HB 1618 HD1.
• </c> Support. Thank you. Support. Thank you.
• Hawaii</c><00:04:04.800><c> State</c> Okay, in support, uh Hawaii State Okay, in support, uh Hawaii State
• </c> I'm here to testify in strong support. I'm here to testify in strong support.
• </c> support HB 1618 HD1. support HB 1618 HD1.

Bills: HB1618

Committee: Senate Agriculture and Environment

Keywords: cesspool conversion, cesspool replacement, wastewater, sewer connection, sewerage systems, septic system, pollution control, water pollution control revolving fund, Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority, HGIA, low-interest loans, forgivable loans, homeowner financing, environmental infrastructure, public health, wastewater treatment, low- and moderate-income households, revolving loan fund, Department of Health, memorandum of agreement

Summary: The committees held a joint hearing on HB 1618 HD1, which would create and fund a cesspool conversion revolving loan fund administered by the Hawaii Green Infrastructure Authority to help homeowners upgrade, convert, or connect cesspools. Testimony was overwhelmingly in support from state agencies and advocacy groups, with witnesses emphasizing that cost is the main barrier to cesspool conversion and that recent Kona flooding underscored the public health and pollution risks of cesspools. One testifier suggested the fund should actively pursue outside funding sources, and another urged an effective date that would allow counties to contribute sooner. A member raised concerns about whether loans would be affordable and whether other financing tools, such as tax credits, should also be considered; another member opposed the bill as not adequately addressing district-level sewer and septic issues. The committees ultimately recommended passage with amendments, including changing the effective date to July 1, 2050, and the motion was adopted. The joint Judiciary and Ways and Means committees then considered HB 2592 on the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority. The chair outlined amendments to clarify that the authority would assume property and liability associated with transferred assets, preserve existing liability rules, transfer conditional use permits if not already transferred, allow lease extensions before transfer, and set reversion triggers if the authority fails to adopt a management plan by June 30, 2028, or administrative rules by December 31, 2029. Members asked about preserving the public trust and whether the amendments would keep the Board of Land and Natural Resources’ role intact; the chair confirmed the fee and board role would remain unchanged. The committees voted to pass the bill with amendments, and the recommendation was adopted. The committees also took up HB 2033, making further amendments to clarify the definition of state, delay certain effective dates, allow rental and U-Drive lessors to avoid liability by identifying renters, delete one section, and add administrative hearing language and bus-camera clarifications. HB 1888 was amended to expand protections for educational workers to include sports officials, define sports official, make intentional bodily harm a felony with enhanced penalties for repeat offenses, and authorize the attorney general to assist with restraining orders. Both measures were recommended for passage with amendments and adopted. Later, several bills were moved with little or no discussion: HB 1515, HB 1713, HB 1718, HB 2022, and HB 2385 were recommended for passage unamended; HB 2375 was deferred; and HB 1741 was amended to reflect Honolulu’s concerns, narrow study requirements, add exemptions and a delayed implementation date, and was recommended for passage with amendments. The committees adopted the recommendations on these measures, with some members noting reservations or prior opposition on certain bills.