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NH
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Ways and Means (03/10/2025)

Transcript Highlights:
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  • c><01:49:16.000><c> around</c><01:49:16.280><c> five</c><01:49:16.560><c> years</c><01:49:16.840><c>
  • c> that</c><01:49:18.719><c> redo</c><01:49:19.719><c> the</c><01:49:20.159><c> Sears</c><01:49:20.800
  • <03:49:04.239><c> and</c><03:49:04.479><c> and</c><03:49:04.800><c> whatever</c><03:49:05.120><c> we<
  • </c><03:49:06.080><c> is</c><03:49:06.880><c> you</c><03:49:07.040><c> know</c><03:49:07.319><c> it's
Keywords: 1189, house, all
Summary: The public hearing opened on HB 728-FN, which would authorize video lottery terminals at charity gaming facilities and repeal historic horse racing licensing. Representative Om explained that the bill would convert the current historic horse racing terminals into true video lottery terminals/slot machines and change the revenue split, reducing the operator share from 75% to 70% while increasing the state share from 25% to 30%. He also noted the bill would increase the amount going to charities and other state beneficiaries. Former State Rep. Pat Brammy, who had served on the Charitable Gaming Study Commission, testified in support of the bill’s basic structure. He said a consultant’s report found historic racing machines cost facilities 12% to 18% more to operate because of totalizer and track-related fees, and that slot machines would be cheaper because there are more manufacturers and more competition. He argued that although the operator share drops by 5%, facilities could still benefit from lower operating costs, and he said the commission concluded that moving to slot machines would increase revenues to facilities, charities, and the state. He also said the bill would create a more stable stream of funding for problem gambling, since the current HHR “breakage” funding mechanism is limited and dependent on a single vendor. Brammy also discussed the commission’s concerns about market concentration in HHR machines, saying the commission found the market was dominated by only a few manufacturers and recommended legislation to address that issue under Article 83 of the state constitution. He interpreted the bill as allowing a phase-in of slot machines upon passage, with the remaining HHR provisions phasing out by January 1, 2028, and said facilities would likely transition as leases expire. Committee members asked about HHR contracts, machine programming, testing, and whether removing HHR would reduce competition; Brammy said he believed leases were likely short-term, machines are tested by a lab, and the legislature could decide whether the change is appropriate. No vote or final action was taken at the hearing.
MD
MD

Maryland 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session, 4/13/2026 #1

Maryland Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • ><c> county</c><00:49:08.720><c> and</c><00:49:09.040><c> counties</c><00:49:09.359><c> that</c><00:49
  • ><c> I</c><00:49:12.319><c> think</c><00:49:12.480><c> of</c><00:49:12.720><c> of</c><00:49:13.520><c
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  • :17.040><c> and</c><00:49:18.079><c> uh</c><00:49:18.960><c> you</c><00:49:19.119><c> know,</c><00:49
Keywords: Senate streaming session for Monday, April 13, 2026, 960, senate, all
NH
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Finance Division II (02/05/2025)

Transcript Highlights:
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  • :49:06.880><c> and</c><00:49:07.000><c> we</c><00:49:07.119><c> do</c><00:49:07.319><c> maybe</c><00:
  • </c><00:49:08.839><c> the</c><00:49:09.000><c> education</c><00:49:09.480><c> at</c><00:49:09.599><c>
  • <00:49:12.280><c> School</c><00:49:12.920><c> Middle</c><00:49:13.160><c> sign</c><00:49:13.720><c> I
  • c> work</c><00:49:14.079><c> with</c><00:49:14.240><c> middle</c><00:49:14.799><c> but</c><00:49:14.960
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The Finance Committee Division II met with the New Hampshire Department of Education to review school nutrition programs and related funding. Department staff Melissa White and Kelly Rambo walked through a packet covering the National School Lunch Program, Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Community Eligibility (CEP), After School Snack Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program, and Summer Food Service Program, explaining that these are federally funded USDA programs, with some state supplemental funding in certain areas. They also reviewed reimbursement rates for lunch, breakfast, child/adult care, and summer meals, noting that summer rates follow calendar-year timing while most others follow the state fiscal year. Members asked several questions about how the funding works, especially the difference between federal reimbursements and the state match. Staff explained that the state lunch line in the budget is a fixed match amount tied to federal participation, while breakfast funding is broken out by meal type and reimbursement category. They also discussed why FY 2022 federal spending was much higher during COVID, when USDA covered meals at the free rate for all students, and why FY 2023 and FY 2024 dropped as normal income-eligibility rules returned. A committee member also asked about the “severe need lunch” two-cent rate, and staff said they did not know USDA’s formula. A substantial portion of the meeting focused on summer meals and the distinction between the Summer Food Service Program and Summer EBT. Staff explained that SFSP provides meals at approved sites, which can be open or closed sites, while Summer EBT is a separate DHHS-operated benefit program that provides funds to families. They said some schools or sites may not qualify under USDA rules, but eligible children can often use another nearby open site, and the department posts an interactive map and phone line to help families find locations. The committee also discussed the Community Eligibility Provision. Staff said New Hampshire currently has three CEP schools, that the eligibility threshold had recently been lowered from 40% to 25% identified students, and that the program allows participating schools to offer free meals to all students while the local district covers the non-federal share. Members asked whether any districts in the 25% to 40% range had joined; staff said no. The department offered to provide the eligibility report in Excel and noted that the CEP intent is to reduce application burden, though the lower threshold can make the local cost share harder for some districts to absorb.
NH
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

Senate Children and Family Law (02/03/2025)

Children and Family Law

Transcript Highlights:
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  • <c> needs</c><00:49:08.319><c> a</c><00:49:08.520><c> whole</c><00:49:08.720><c> lot</c><00:49:08.920
  • :49:11.040><c> another</c><00:49:11.440><c> comment</c><00:49:11.880><c> because</c><00:49:12.119><c>
  • c><00:49:18.599><c> is</c><00:49:19.599><c> the</c><00:49:19.839><c> policy</c><00:49:20.160><c> of</
  • you</c><00:49:37.040><c> know</c><00:49:37.200><c> a</c><00:49:37.400><c> scratch</c><00:49:37.720><c
Committee: Senate Children and Family Law
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
NH
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Committee on Housing (02/04/2025)

Housing

Transcript Highlights:
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  • <00:49:38.079><c> of</c><00:49:38.200><c> a</c><00:49:38.599><c> uh</c><00:49:38.760><c> principal</c
  • unit<00:49:40.599><c> so</c><00:49:40.920><c> some</c><00:49:41.079><c> of</c><00:49:41.280><c> these
  • </c><00:49:41.640><c> some</c><00:49:41.799><c> of</c><00:49:42.000><c> these</c><00:49:42.400><c> the
  • ><c> in</c><00:49:43.160><c> some</c><00:49:43.359><c> towns</c><00:49:43.680><c> not</c><00:49:43.880
Committee: House Housing
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The House Housing Committee heard testimony on HB 577, a bill to expand accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in New Hampshire. The sponsor and supporters described the state’s housing shortage and argued the bill would make it easier for property owners to build ADUs by right, up to 950 square feet, either attached or detached, while still requiring compliance with building codes, septic/water limits, and other local requirements. Supporters said the measure would help seniors age in place, provide housing for young adults, caregivers, and workers, and make better use of existing property such as garages and barns. Representative Reed raised concern that removing language related to short-term rentals could allow ADUs to be used for that purpose rather than long-term housing. The sponsor said he was open to clarifying language on short-term rentals, and another witness explained that current law already allows municipalities some choice on ingress/egress requirements, while the bill would standardize that and leave the design choice to the property owner. Several supportive witnesses followed, including the New Hampshire Home Builders Association, the New Hampshire Association of Realtors, the Business and Industry Association, AARP, Housing Action New Hampshire, 603 Forward, and New Hampshire Youth Movement. They emphasized affordability, property rights, workforce housing, intergenerational living, and the need for statewide consistency. A Derry resident testified that his existing garage space could be converted into an ADU under HB 577, but current local rules prevent that because it is detached; he said the bill would let him rent it affordably. Supporters also argued that ADUs can increase property values and help homeowners cover mortgages and taxes. In opposition, the New Hampshire Municipal Association said the bill would impose a local zoning mandate, could add density pressure on already stressed infrastructure, and did not guarantee that new units would be affordable or workforce housing. No vote or final committee action was taken in the excerpt.
NH
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (04/08/2026)

Criminal Justice and Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
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  • c><01:49:21.679><c> work</c><01:49:21.920><c> on</c><01:49:22.159><c> it,</c><01:49:22.560><c> I</c><
  • 49:25.360><c> I</c><01:49:25.520><c> would</c><01:49:25.679><c> support</c><01:49:26.000><c> this</c>
  • :49:30.159><c> it</c><01:49:30.320><c> from</c><01:49:30.560><c> the</c><01:49:30.719><c> EMS</c> Well
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Committee: House Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Keywords: 1189, house, all
HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EDT Public Hearing 03-31-2026

Economic Development and Tourism

Transcript Highlights:
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  • c><00:49:18.120><c> kids</c><00:49:18.320><c> say</c><00:49:18.440><c> hang</c><00:49:18.680><c> out.
  • </c><00:49:33.240><c> And</c><00:49:33.640><c> wouldn't</c><00:49:33.880><c> it</c><00:49:33.960><c>
  • I'm thinking if<00:49:38.560><c> I</c><00:49:38.600><c> can</c><00:49:38.760><c> go</c><00:49:38.880>
  • Austin<00:49:40.880><c> Airport</c><00:49:41.320><c> once,</c><00:49:41.840><c> they</c><00:49:42.080
Committee: Senate Economic Development and Tourism
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism heard several governor’s message nominations to the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s advisory board. The first nominee, Daniel O’Leary, received strong support from HTA leadership and Deputy Director James Kunane Tokioka, who praised his visitor-industry knowledge and work on brand marketing and tourism planning. O’Leary said he hoped to contribute his experience and strengthen the organization’s integrity. Joel Guy was also supported by HTA, Tokioka, and several community testifiers, who highlighted his long work in Hana, his film-industry background, and his role in community-focused tourism planning. During questioning, Guy said the advisory board should still have influence, especially on strategic planning and community concerns, even though its role is advisory rather than decision-making. The committee then considered Linda Wong’s nomination. HTA and Tokioka strongly supported her, citing her long community experience and familiarity with HTA work. Wong said the new advisory board was collaborative, had no conflicts so far, and was trying to balance resident concerns with attracting higher-value tourists. Senator Kim questioned her about the advisory structure, and Wong said she believed the Legislature had reduced HTA’s authority because of past conflicts but that the new board could help turn things around and possibly regain more authority in the future. The committee also heard testimony on Kimberly Algos and Terry Fisher. Algos was described by HTA and Tokioka as a strong leader and solid board member; Tokioka explained that she and another co-chair were selected because of their busy schedules and that the advisory board’s committees were created so members could contribute beyond the single statutory duty of selecting the chair, president, and CEO. Fisher was supported for his tour-operator experience and strategic planning work. In questioning, he endorsed performance-based contracting and accountability for contractors, while acknowledging that external events can affect results. He also said the convention center is critical infrastructure that should be repaired and used to help fill tourism lulls and attract major conferences. The hearing included supportive testimony from industry representatives, but no votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided.
US
US

US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, May 14, 2025)

US Federal House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • </c><02:49:05.359><c> But</c><02:49:05.600><c> you</c><02:49:05.840><c> know</c><02:49:06.399><c> I</
  • ><02:49:07.760><c> issue</c><02:49:08.080><c> of</c><02:49:08.240><c> the</c><02:49:08.520><c> pardons
  • > my</c><02:49:11.760><c> uh</c><02:49:12.240><c> colleague</c><02:49:12.960><c> has</c><02:49:13.359
  • ><c> New</c><02:49:56.200><c> York</c><02:49:57.200><c> and</c><02:49:57.680><c> the</c><02:49:58.000
Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 1012, house, all
KY
KY

Kentucky 2025 Regular Session

Interim Joint Committee on Natural Resources and Energy (9-18-25)

Transcript Highlights:
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  • our</c><00:49:13.920><c> area</c><00:49:14.160><c> where</c><00:49:14.400><c> they</c><00:49:14.640><
  • :49:16.400><c> business,</c><00:49:16.720><c> and</c><00:49:16.960><c> be</c><00:49:17.119><c> able</
  • I'm<00:49:29.200><c> going</c><00:49:29.280><c> to</c><00:49:29.440><c> turn</c><00:49:29.599><c> it<
  • c><00:49:35.280><c> a</c><00:49:35.440><c> very</c><00:49:35.680><c> long</c><00:49:35.839><c> time.
Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:01:12 Approval of Minutes 00:02:25 Co-Chair & Member Comments 00:02:48 Discussion of 2025 SB 137 00:06:58 Outdoor Adventure Tourism Opportunities 00:41:56 Public Service Commission Update 01:21:37, 958, all
Summary: The committee meeting began with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and approval of the prior minutes. Members also observed a moment of reflection for Charlie Kirk and offered condolences to Representative Bobby McCool on the death of his mother. Representative Fugate then made announcements about the ongoing ATV/UTV trail system, including an October 21 opening in Letcher County and an October 2 groundbreaking in Knott County, and staff was asked to circulate the dates to members. The main agenda item was Senate Bill 137, presented by Senator Cassie Chambers Armstrong with testimony from George Ecklan of the Coalition of the Homeless and Wesley Bryant, a flood survivor and Eastern Kentucky resident. The bill would prohibit utility disconnections for non-payment during dangerous weather and emergencies, including extreme cold, excessive heat, and declared natural disasters. Supporters said the measure is narrow, does not forgive past-due balances or change reconnection policies, and is intended to protect vulnerable residents, reduce risks to first responders, and create a minimum statewide standard amid a patchwork of utility policies. They cited weather thresholds and historical examples of extreme weather and disaster declarations in Kentucky. Testimony emphasized the human impact of shutoffs, especially for low-income households, older adults, and families facing illness or disaster recovery. Bryant described experiences with people shivering without heat or struggling to keep children cool when power was cut off, calling electricity a lifeline rather than a luxury. Representative Gu raised concerns that utility bills have become unaffordable due to broader policy and rate issues, argued that some customers may not pay if shutoffs are prohibited, and questioned whether the bill was needed. Senator Chambers Armstrong responded that the proposal is limited to non-payment shutoffs during short periods of dangerous conditions and is meant to keep people safe during emergencies. No vote or final action on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Wed May 6, 2026, 9:00AM HST - Day 57

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • &gt;&gt; The<00:49:12.000><c> floor</c><00:49:12.240><c> amendment</c><00:49:12.720><c> has</c><00:49
  • Members,<00:49:14.400><c> please</c><00:49:14.640><c> note</c><00:49:14.880><c> the</c><00:49:15.040>
  • > HD1</c><01:49:24.400><c> SD2</c><01:49:25.119><c> CD1</c><01:49:26.000><c> repoto</c><01:49:27.119>
  • ><01:49:32.960><c> HD2</c><01:49:33.679><c> SD2</c><01:49:34.320><c> CD1</c><01:49:35.360><c> repoto<
Keywords: 910, house, all
MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session - 05/14/25

Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • </c><00:49:37.760><c> Yeah,</c><00:49:37.920><c> I</c><00:49:38.160><c> rise</c><00:49:38.400><c> in<
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  • </c><00:49:53.520><c> And</c><00:49:53.680><c> to</c><00:49:53.839><c> put</c><00:49:54.000><c> this<
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Finance - 03/12/26

Finance

Transcript Highlights:
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  • /c><00:49:03.080><c> what</c><00:49:03.240><c> those</c><00:49:03.480><c> requirements</c><00:49:04.080
  • are and how<00:49:04.480><c> that</c><00:49:04.640><c> all</c><00:49:04.760><c> happens</c><00:49:05.120
  • ><c> and</c><00:49:05.560><c> how</c><00:49:05.680><c> much</c><00:49:05.880><c> are</c><00:49:05.960
  • on</c><00:49:16.600><c> those</c><00:49:16.880><c> funds</c><00:49:17.120><c> that</c><00:49:17.240>
Committee: Senate Finance
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
KY
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Standing Committee on Judiciary. (3-4-26)

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
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  • </c><00:49:02.319><c> definitely</c><00:49:02.640><c> a</c><00:49:02.880><c> step</c><00:49:03.040><c
  • Um, I've always found<00:49:06.559><c> it</c><00:49:06.800><c> kind</c><00:49:06.960><c> of</c><00:49
  • /c><00:49:15.280><c> the</c><00:49:15.520><c> next</c><00:49:15.599><c> day</c><00:49:15.839><c> they
  • </c><00:49:21.040><c> attorney</c><00:49:21.520><c> or</c><00:49:21.839><c> really</c><00:49:22.160><
Committee: House Judiciary
Keywords: 958, all
MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee 2/17/25

Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • type<00:49:03.200><c> of</c><00:49:03.559><c> type</c><00:49:03.760><c> of</c><00:49:03.920><c> work
  • we</c><00:49:22.119><c> do</c><00:49:23.000><c> so</c><00:49:23.400><c> we</c><00:49:23.520><c> are</
  • c><00:49:37.960><c> robust</c><00:49:38.960><c> um</c><00:49:39.119><c> it's</c><00:49:39.240><c> a</
  • <00:49:44.520><c> on</c><00:49:44.680><c> that</c><00:49:44.880><c> work</c><00:49:45.119><c> going</
  • ><c> to</c><00:49:51.760><c> me</c><00:49:52.040><c> internal</c><00:49:52.520><c> controls</c><00:49
Committee: House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy
Keywords: 1183, house
NH
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Session (05/08/2025)

New Hampshire House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
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  • c> uh</c><00:49:11.839><c> proponent</c><00:49:12.400><c> of</c><00:49:12.640><c> the</c><00:49:12.880
  • </c><00:49:24.880><c> They</c><00:49:25.200><c> said,</c><00:49:25.520><c> "Oh,</c><00:49:26.160><c>
  • </c><00:49:35.680><c> So,</c><00:49:36.160><c> I</c><00:49:36.480><c> looked</c><00:49:36.720><c> at<
  • and<00:49:44.000><c> they</c><00:49:44.240><c> had</c><00:49:44.480><c> different</c><00:49:45.040><
Keywords: 1189, house, all
CO
CO

Colorado 2026 Regular Session

Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 087 Apr 11th, 2026

Colorado House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • :11.600><c> 235</c><01:49:12.320><c> House</c><01:49:12.560><c> Bill</c><01:49:12.800><c> 26</c><01:49
  • ><c> dollar</c><02:49:39.040><c> dollar</c><02:49:40.080><c> one</c><02:49:40.319><c> within</c><02:49
  • personal services<02:49:53.600><c> office</c><02:49:53.760><c> of</c><02:49:53.920><c> the</c><02:49:
  • state fiscal<03:49:34.800><c> year</c><03:49:34.960><c> spending</c><03:49:35.199><c> set</c><03:49:
  • :54.080><c> FTE</c><03:49:54.640><c> 101</c><03:49:54.960><c> 12,856</c><03:49:56.160><c> 6</c><03:49
Keywords: 981, all
MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 4/9/26

State Government Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • Um<00:49:17.640><c> but</c><00:49:17.880><c> in</c><00:49:18.080><c> essence,</c><00:49:18.880><c> uh
  • new pennies in<00:49:21.320><c> November</c><00:49:21.880><c> of</c><00:49:22.000><c> 2025,</c><00:49
  • 49:26.880><c> as</c><00:49:27.040><c> long</c><00:49:27.320><c> as</c><00:49:27.440><c> it</c><00:49:
  • 49:38.800><c> the</c><00:49:38.960><c> end</c><00:49:39.200><c> of</c><00:49:39.320><c> their</c> are
Bills: HF4364 , HF4821 , HF4543 , HF3945
Committee: House State Government Finance and Policy
Keywords: Central and Eastern European Affairs, ethnic council, advisory council, Minnesota state government, immigrant communities, refugees, humanitarian parolees, Ukraine, Poland, Croatia, Hungary, Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Czech Republic, Baltic states, Slovakia, Slovenia, Kosovo, Russia
HI
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

ECD Public Hearing - Wed Feb 12, 2025 @ 10:00 AM HST

Economic Development & Technology

Transcript Highlights:
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  • <00:49:44.720><c> I</c><00:49:44.799><c> know</c><00:49:45.000><c> there's</c><00:49:45.200><c> a</c>
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  • ><c> think</c><00:49:51.640><c> we</c><00:49:51.799><c> need</c><00:49:51.960><c> to</c><00:49:52.160
  • :49:54.520><c> what's</c><00:49:54.799><c> happening</c><00:49:55.119><c> in</c><00:49:55.240><c> the
Committee: House Economic Development & Technology
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The Committee on Economic Development and Technology heard testimony on HB 976, a measure related to incentives for renewable fuels, including renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. Supporters said the bill would help close the cost gap between renewable and conventional fuels, strengthen Hawaii’s energy security, support climate goals, and encourage local economic development. Testifiers from Pono Pacific, PAR Hawaii, Hawaiian Electric, Hawaiian Airlines/Alaska Airlines, the Hawaii Department of Transportation, Pacific Biodiesel, Aloha Carbon, and others described ongoing or planned projects, local feedstock development, and potential benefits for agriculture, waste diversion, and emissions reductions. Several testifiers also discussed proposed amendments. The Hawaii Renewable Fuels Coalition said it wanted to remove the import tax credit, eliminate the aggregate cap increase to avoid additional state funding, and revise local-production language to rely on a carbon-intensity threshold rather than location-based preferences. The Tax Foundation of Hawaii raised technical concerns about the bill’s administration, including prorating credits if the cap is exceeded and the feasibility of a 30-day filing window. Some supporters urged keeping solid waste, including construction and demolition debris, as eligible feedstock, while Energy Justice Network opposed that approach and also urged removing GMO-related language and waste-based feedstocks because of environmental and toxic emissions concerns. Opposition testimony focused on the bill’s cost and feasibility. Energy Justice Network and Ted Metros argued the measure could become a large subsidy for a refinery and questioned whether Hawaii has enough land and water to produce meaningful quantities of biofuel locally. Metros also criticized the refundable credit structure and said the state should not bear the cost for what he described as a benefit largely tied to tourism and imported fuel. No vote was taken during the portion of the hearing provided; the chair later noted the committee had received 13 testimonies in support, 18 in opposition, and seven comments, and then invited further discussion on cost allocation and lowering caps to broaden participation.
NH
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Transportation (01/23/2026)

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
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  • </c><00:49:18.720><c> of</c><00:49:18.960><c> the</c><00:49:19.119><c> materials,</c><00:49:19.599><c
Committee: House Transportation
Keywords: 1189, house, all
NH
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Finance Division III (03/03/2025)

Transcript Highlights:
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  • :46.119><c> so</c><00:49:46.839><c> I</c><00:49:46.920><c> think</c><00:49:47.079><c> we're</c><00:49
  • :49:55.319><c> 11</c><00:49:56.319><c> I'll</c><00:49:56.720><c> introduce</c><00:49:57.119><c> the</
  • 49:37.199><c> or</c><01:49:37.760><c> do</c><01:49:37.920><c> we</c><01:49:38.040><c> have</c><01:49:
  • </c><01:49:48.719><c> sources</c><01:49:49.360><c> or</c><01:49:49.760><c> from</c><01:49:50.679><c>
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The committee held a Division 3 budget work session focused on the Department of Health and Human Services’ Division of Economic Stability. Karen Hebert, the division director, and Nathan White, DHHS chief financial officer, walked members through the governor’s operating budget pages and a briefing book, explaining that the division was consolidated in 2018 and serves programs aimed at financial stability, poverty reduction, child care access, and related supports. Members repeatedly asked for clearer breakdowns of general fund spending, historical growth since consolidation, and how the division’s broad mission areas map onto specific budget lines. A major portion of the discussion centered on the Bureau of Child Development and Head Start collaboration and the child care subsidy program. Hebert said the child care scholarship/subsidy helps low- and moderate-income families access daycare so parents can work, attend school, or receive treatment, and that eligibility is based on state median income up to 85%. She reported a 45% increase in utilization, 4,032 children receiving daycare support as of the end of January, and about 15% of eligible children being served. She also described the quality improvement system “Granite Steps for Quality,” with 160 providers enrolled out of 717 licensed programs, and noted that 1,200 child care professionals added credentials in the last year. Members pressed for cost-benefit information, asking for data on how much the state pays, how many providers and children are served, and whether the department could quantify unmet need. The witnesses said some projects were funded with short-term ARPA child care dollars and that detailed cost data for specific examples, such as the Gorm Community Learning Center expansion, would need to be looked up. They also explained that the child care fund is a federal block grant with required spending set-asides of 9% for quality, 3% for infants and toddlers, and up to 5% for administration, and that unused funds remain available. The committee also reviewed slide 10’s accounting units, including that the Child Care Workforce Fund is 100% general funds and was created as a priority item under HB 2 from the 2024 session, while some other child care-related units are 100% federal funds.