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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Workforce committee considers HF961 2/26/25
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm a student in the ProStart program at Oak River High School.
- I'm a student in the ProStart program at Oak River High School.
- /c><00:10:56.360><c> program</c><00:10:56.680><c> at</c><00:10:56.800><c> Oak</c><00:10:57.040><c> River
- </c><00:10:57.360><c> High</c> the proart program at Oak River High the proart program at Oak River High
- I began my ProStart journey my junior year after moving to Elk River, initially uncertain and apprehensive
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Conservation and Natural Resources Apr 16th, 2026
Conservation and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- land, combined with rainwater and snowmelt, carry pollution or over-fertilization down streams and rivers
- Because I float the same rivers, you know, I mean, I hate seeing these, but you know what?
- I'm the co-founder and co-director of the Missouri River Bird Observatory.
- But from streams to rivers, fields, public lands, all the places that we love out in nature, it's really
- statewide nonprofit 501(c)(3), made up of individuals and organizations that work to keep our state's rivers
Committee:
House Conservation and Natural Resources
Summary:
The Conservation and Natural Resources Committee first took up Senate Bill 953, which was described as ensuring environmental protection funds remain dedicated to that purpose. The committee substitute added provisions from House Bill 1885, changing Clean Water Commission membership conflict rules, and Senate Bill 1397, giving certain reservoir water storage contract holders exclusive rights to return flows. Members discussed the conflict-of-interest language and the water-return provision, then adopted a House committee amendment and the amended substitute by voice vote. The committee then voted the House Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 953 do pass by a 6-5 roll call, with Representative Wellenkamp voting no.
The committee then heard House Bill 3193, a proposal by Representative Wellenkamp to reduce single-use plastic waste in state parks and historic sites by phasing out plastic bags, plastic water bottles, and Styrofoam/styrene containers, while allowing exemptions where needed. Supporters, including conservation groups, a Missouri River Bird Observatory representative, and others, said plastics harm parks, waterways, wildlife, tourism, and human health, and urged alternatives and better waste practices. Some members raised concerns about accessibility and the need for practical substitutes for people with disabilities and for emergency or park operations. The Missouri Beverage Association opposed the bill, arguing its plastics are recyclable and that education and recycling are better approaches than bans.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 3320, the Drinking Water Transparency and Accountability Act, which would assign Missouri public water systems A-F grades based on violations, finances, operations, and infrastructure, and would impose additional oversight and spending restrictions on systems graded D or F. The sponsor said the bill would make water-system problems easier for ratepayers to understand and help address chronic failures; supporters from Missouri American Water, Central States Water Resources, and the Missouri Chamber said it would improve transparency and support investment. Opponents from municipal utilities, the Missouri Municipal League, and the Missouri Water Association argued the bill oversimplifies a technical field, duplicates existing consumer confidence reports, could confuse customers, and may undermine trust in local systems. No vote was taken on HB 3193 or HB 3320 before adjournment.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Transportation Infrastructure Revenue Subcommitee Jul 16th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- And so the footing of one of the bridge pillars is beneath the Rio Grande River bed.
- Base of the river bed.
- concentrated high river flow in the middle.
- So the river bed is eroding, and now at our last inspection, there was only six feet left between the
- footing and the river bed, which means...
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Appropriations Committee May 23rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- AB 1343, Gallagher, Feather River crossing: holding committee.
- AB 43, Schultz, wild and scenic rivers: do pass with Republicans not voting.
- AB 1358, Valencia, Santa Ana River Conservancy: holding committee.
- AB 1358, Valencia, Santa Ana River Conservancy: holding committee.
- not voting abe 1180 Valencia DFPI payments do pass out on an a roll call ab 1358 Valencia Santa Ana River
Summary:
The Assembly Appropriations Committee held its May 23, 2025 suspense hearing and opened by emphasizing the difficult budget environment, rising costs for constituents, and the need to make tough choices. The chair said many bills would be held, amended to reduce costs, or made two-year bills because the state could not afford broad program expansions this year. The committee also noted the agenda was organized alphabetically by author and that results would be posted later that day.
The committee then acted on a large suspense file, taking up hundreds of Assembly bills across topics including housing, health care, education, labor, public safety, climate, water, transportation, elections, and technology. Many bills were held in committee, while many others were approved with cost-saving, clarifying, or author’s amendments. Examples included measures on CalABLE, Covered California enrollment, wildfire and insurance issues, reproductive health, school and college programs, prison and juvenile justice matters, AI and data privacy, and local government and utility regulation. Several bills were converted to two-year bills to continue discussion.
Throughout the hearing, the committee repeatedly voted on bills by A roll call or B roll call, often with Republicans not voting on amended measures. Some bills were advanced with notable amendments, such as narrowing scope, removing appropriations, delaying implementation, or striking costly provisions. The committee also approved a number of committee bills and omnibus measures, including emergency management, judiciary, insurance, and water-related bills.
At the end of the hearing, the chair stated that the committee had moved 435 bills to the Assembly floor, either as do pass or do pass as amended, and adjourned the meeting.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine constructing the Surface Transportation Reauthorization bill, focusing on United States Secretary of Transportation's perspective. Apr 2nd, 2025 at 09:00 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- In my state, obviously, we have a lot of rivers and mountains. We've got a ton of bridges.
- of my coastal colleagues... colleagues, and I wouldn't be surprised that West Virginia, because of river
- philosophy to work because I'll just take an example with the one of the bridges over the Columbia River
- , the Hood River Bridge.
- Well, so that Hood River project is one.
Keywords:
surface transportation, infrastructure reauthorization, bipartisan collaboration, safety, federal programs, funding challenges, bureaucracy, transportation needs, critical projects, public testimony
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on the development of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill. Discussions centered around key principles aimed at improving the safety and reliability of the transportation network, reforming federal programs for efficiency, and addressing the diverse transportation needs across various states. Members emphasized the importance of bipartisan collaboration to streamline processes, eliminate bureaucratic delays, and ensure timely funding for critical infrastructure projects. There were also notable conversations about specific projects and funding challenges, reflecting the urgency for action and commitment to modernizing America's infrastructure.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Mar 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I got the medallion scholar when I graduated from Spanish River High School in 1999. got through my 4
- Saint Johns River State College actually encompasses 3 different counties.
- And so I'm very proud that Saint Johns River State College has invested heavily into our educational
- And next we have here again from Saint Johns River College.
- Ron DeSantis served as a trustee for the Saint Johns River State College system.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- in Lewis County, and finding board members in those even rural counties when you get away from the river
- — we border the Mississippi River with Canton and LaGrange, so we're just across mostly from Quincy,
- concept, but as a practical matter, in Lewis County, the industrial—what industry there is—is along the river
- Charles, a 36-inch iron pipe 20 feet below the Missouri River, comes over to St.
- And as water purveyors, if something happens to those river crossings, some other issues come up on treatment
Committee:
House Local Government
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Local Government Apr 1st, 2026
Local Government, Elections and Pensions
Transcript Highlights:
- in Lewis County, and finding board members in those even rural counties, when you get away from the river—we
- border the Mississippi River, with Canton— is quite a burden.
- concept, but as a practical matter, in Lewis County, the industrial—what industry there is—is along the river
- Charles: a 36-inch iron pipe, 20 feet below the Missouri River, comes over to St.
- And as water purveyors, if something happens to those river crossings, or some other issues come up on
Summary:
The Committee on Local Government met in executive session and first adopted a substitute for Senate Substitute for Senate Bill 975, which replaced Senator Black’s version with Representative Farnan’s bill. Members discussed that the controversial community-agreement language had been removed and that related community paramedic language had been moved to another bill. The committee then voted 16-0 to do pass the substituted bill.
The committee next considered House Bill 3496, dealing with county officials’ salary schedules and county classification issues. Representative Reedy explained the substitute added election authorities language, incorporated another bill on sheriffs and prosecuting attorneys, and changed the title and substance to address county valuation rules for certain fourth-class counties. Members discussed the impact on county classifications and the inclusion of abated and tax-exempt property in valuation calculations. The substitute was adopted, and the committee voted 15-1 to do pass the bill.
In public hearing, Representative Sharp presented House Bill 3028 as a Lewis County fix to allow more at-large members on a county board instead of requiring one from each township; a retired Lewis County commissioner testified in support, and no opposition appeared. Representative Thompson presented House Bill 2431 to let Lexington ask voters for a public safety sales tax after a major gas explosion; supporters said it would fund police, fire, and ambulance needs without reducing current budgets, while an opponent argued against new taxes and special laws. Representative Violet presented House Bill 2732 to raise the voter-approved cap on water service line repair fees from $12 to $24 annually; St. Peters officials said costs have risen and the program helps residents avoid large repair bills, while an opponent said existing programs are solvent and opposed the increase. No votes were taken on the public hearing bills, and the committee adjourned after the hearings.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Velociraptor Cycling Team and the Brownsville Bike Brigade. ...the City Cruisers and the Brownsville River
- It sits along the bank of the Sabine River, near the Sam Rayburn Reservoir, way over near Louisiana.
- The mouth of the Sabine River is known for its bass fishing.
- Classic Champion and Hemphill resident Tommy Martin, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension agent, and the River
- What's the name of the river? Sam Rayburn. Hello. Lots of lakes in the area.
Bills:
HB1397 , HB1886 , HB3088 , HB4187 , HB4229 , HB4230 , HB5032 , HCR6 , HCR34 , HCR50 , HCR55 , HCR58 , HCR70 , HCR71 , HCR72 , HCR74 , HCR75 , HCR80 , HCR86 , HCR93 , HCR100 , HCR107 , HCR116 , HCR117 , HCR6
Committee:
House Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Keywords:
Texas Constitution, Declaration of Independence, victory or death letter, display, historic preservation, lifeguard requirements, public beaches, municipalities, county regulations, exemptions, Parks and Wildlife, procurement, goods and services, revenue generation, Texas legislature, historical preservation, Texas Historical Commission, fees, nonprofit organizations, fundraising
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- from the foundation of Fort Belknap, a key military outpost built in 1851 along the beautiful Brasov River
- River Valley.
- Over to the east end of Washington County sits Chapel Hill on the bluffs of the Bradford River.
- River where so many Houstonians love to move and have weekend homes and become our residents and I could
- Spain did not take kindly to the incursion but the brief French presence helped to define the Sabine River
Keywords:
teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, lottery, gambling, internet gaming, mobile application, criminal offenses, aquifer, water management, Edwards Aquifer, sustainability, regulatory framework, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House Madison County Legislation Committee Feb 12th, 2026
Madison County Legislation
Transcript Highlights:
- study of the water body and then determine what level of cleanliness, if you will, is allowed into the river
- cleanliness if you will is allowed into cleanliness if you will is allowed into the<00:09:17.519><c> river
- :18.399><c> done</c><00:09:18.640><c> sort</c><00:09:18.800><c> of</c><00:09:18.959><c> on</c> the river
- and it's all done sort of on the river and it's all done sort of on very<00:09:19.360><c> extensive<
Committee:
House Madison County Legislation
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Energy and Natural Resources (03/19/2026)
Energy and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Rivers Council, uh, New Hampshire Marine Rivers Council, uh, New Hampshire Marine Trades,<00:19:55.960
- Watershed Council, and Northeast River Watershed Council, and Northeast Aquatic<00:19:59.600><c> Plant
- Hydro, and Monadnock Paper Mills River Hydro, and Monadnock Paper Mills um<01:27:50.360><c> also</c>
- of tons of trash from the rivers every year.
- So um getting to the rivers every year.
Committee:
Senate Energy and Natural Resources
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Environment and Agriculture (01/28/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- So it’s not like you can start up a landfill and just, you know, dump it into the river.
- The solution we have today is to dilute it into our rivers, in many cases the Merrimack River.
- Thank you so much. today is to dilute it into our rivers in today is to dilute it into our rivers in
- </c><00:48:12.920><c> so</c> many cases the meramac river so many cases the meramac river so forgetting
- It all flows northward to the AMC River.
Summary:
The Environment and Agriculture Committee held a hearing on HB 566, which would require permit applications for new landfills to include a detailed leachate management plan. The bill sponsor said the measure was prompted by recent reporting on leachate problems at New Hampshire landfills, including alleged violations at a Bethlehem facility and deficiencies at other sites, and argued the bill is meant to improve public health protections without dictating specific treatment methods or hindering innovation. The sponsor also said the proposal was developed with input from the Department of Environmental Services (DES) and industry representatives, and that a forthcoming amendment would revise the bill’s language to better fit the permitting process.
The sponsor explained that the amendment would move several requirements out of the contract section and into the planning section, change references such as “permit for construction” to “operating approval,” include landfill expansions, and remove language that could be read as requiring long-term contracts. Questions from members focused on whether the bill would create enforceable consequences if a plan is not followed, whether it would limit operators’ flexibility, and whether existing DES rules already cover the subject. The sponsor said enforcement details should be addressed by DES and emphasized that the bill would not lock operators into any particular contract or technology.
The Business and Industry Association testified in opposition to the bill as introduced, saying it appeared unnecessary because DES already regulates leachate through existing rules, including Env 806.53, and has authority to update those rules as technology changes. The witness argued that putting the requirements into statute could freeze the regulatory framework, create conflicts with future rulemaking, and make it harder for DES to respond quickly to new treatment methods or operational issues. No vote or final action was taken at the hearing.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Budget Review Subcommittee on Transportation (11-5-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- And with that, I think we will go ahead and move to river waterways or riverports.
- ahead and move to river uh waterways or<00:40:15.040><c> riverports.
- I believe<00:42:40.160><c> the</c><00:42:40.560><c> river</c><00:42:40.880><c> ports</c><00:42:41.200
- ><c> have</c><00:42:41.520><c> uh</c><00:42:41.680><c> been</c> believe the river ports have uh been
- believe the river ports have uh been diligent<00:42:42.800><c> and</c><00:42:43.119><c> co</c><00:42:
Summary:
The subcommittee approved the October 15 minutes and observed a moment of silence for the victims of the UPS Worldport plane crash. The main presentation was from Transportation Cabinet Commissioner Bobby Joe Lewis on the Local Assistance Road Program/County Priority Projects Program (LAARP/CPP), which was implemented under House Bill 546 and now requires rehabilitation projects to restore roads to original condition, cap funding at $500,000 per project, use a new scoring matrix, include a local match, and submit one photograph per 300 feet of project length. He reported that the 2026-2027 cycle ran from June 1 to October 1 and drew 1,215 project applications from 107 counties and 106 cities, with total submitted project costs of about $121.1 million and about $102.3 million requested after local match. He also said 30% of submissions scored 10s and 22% scored 9s, and that the list of requests and required photos had been submitted to the General Assembly and LRC.
Members asked about how scores change over time, whether roads can move from lower scores to 10s, and whether the new process gives a better picture of local needs. Lewis said scores can change based on weather and road conditions, but the new system provides more information and a more standardized evaluation than before. Several members raised concerns about the volume and size of required photographs, suggesting drone footage or video as an alternative; Lewis said the photo requirement has caused confusion and large file uploads, and he was open to considering easier ways to document conditions. Members also discussed continuity in scoring across districts, and Lewis explained that district staff appointed by chief district engineers use a handbook and scoring matrix, with the scores entered into a computer system so evaluators do not see the final score while scoring.
The committee also discussed funding levels and carry-forward balances for the program. Lewis said the program began with $20 million authorized in HR92, noted underruns from completed projects, and reported a carry-forward amount that had grown to $355,432.42 available for reauthorization as of October 13. In response to questions, he said the current process concentrates applications into a short window, with 63% of applications arriving in the last few days and 417 on October 1, which created a heavy workload but was completed on time. The meeting then moved to multimodal funding priorities, with Jennifer Kersner of Kentuckians for Better Transportation introducing herself and offering condolences for the UPS aviation incident before beginning her remarks.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- I utilize continual cover crops on highly erodible soils near the Minnesota River Wildlife Refuge.
- I utilize continual cover crops on highly erodible soils near the Minnesota River Wildlife Refuge.
- I utilize continual cover crops on highly erodible soils near the Minnesota River Wildlife Refuge.
- I utilize continual cover crops on highly erodible soils near the Minnesota River Wildlife Refuge.
- </c> buffers which was by the river buffers which was by the river um<01:17:54.360><c> generally</c><
Committee:
House Taxes
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> an act establishing a local river an act establishing a local river management<00:55:47.040><c>
- ,</c> New Hampshire's 19 designated rivers, New Hampshire's 19 designated rivers, each<00:56:55.359><
- </c> river or segment. river or segment.
- So in the rivers throughout our state.
- </c><06:16:50.400><c> flooding</c> storm surge or are our rivers flooding storm surge or are our rivers
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Housing Finance and Policy Committee 2/19/25
Housing Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Today we have received funding for eight projects in communities of Thief River Falls, Glenwood, Pelican
- We are currently utilizing Digikey's Minnesota housing tax credit contribution fund in Thief River Falls
- We are currently utilizing Digikey's Minnesota housing tax credit contribution fund in Thief River Falls
- We are currently utilizing Digikey's Minnesota housing tax credit contribution fund in Thief River Falls
- We are currently utilizing Digikey's Minnesota housing tax credit contribution fund in Thief River Falls
Committee:
House Housing Finance and Policy
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:02:33.200><c> the</c><00:02:33.360><c> border</c><00:02:33.599><c> in</c> crossed over the river
- or the border in crossed over the river or the border in the<00:02:33.840><c> South</c><00:02:34.080
- We are a city of over 9,000 people directly across the Red River from Grand Forks, North Dakota.
- across the Red River of Grand Forks,<00:10:56.959><c> North</c><00:10:57.160><c> Dakota.
- and the west side of the river.
Committee:
Senate Taxes
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Government Contract Review Committee - (3-11-25) - Upon Adjournment
Transcript Highlights:
- The same is true for Four Rivers.
- That process was done in the fall, and they selected a new cohort for Rivers.
- The same is true for Four Rivers.
- That process was done in the fall, and they selected a new cohort for Rivers.
- Hood said the same is true for Four Rivers.
Keywords:
This meeting will take place upon adjournment of both chambers today. There is not an exact time, there for the live stream has been created with a place holder time of 4:00 PM est., 958, all
Summary:
Chairman Hart called the meeting to order, confirmed a quorum, welcomed Representative Rachel Roarx, and the committee approved the February 11 minutes. The committee then moved through its agenda of PSC and related contract items, including a motion to consider the reviewed contracts without objection. One Department of Highways item was deferred when the virtual representatives were not yet available.
The committee first took up Kentucky Housing Corporation contracts. Members questioned outside legal services for foreclosures and bankruptcies, why the work was not handled entirely in-house, and how much of the workload and cost it represented. Witnesses said the agency’s need was largely geographic rather than a lack of expertise, that less than 1% of the loan portfolio is referred out for foreclosures, and that many fees are reimbursable through FHA. Both Kentucky Housing Corporation items were approved.
The committee then considered a Department for Community Based Services contract tied to a protest and a temporary renewal with PCG. Witnesses said the contract increase was needed to bridge the gap while the protest and RFP process were unresolved, and that the initial vendor received no funds. The committee approved the item, with Senator Douglas explaining his vote as a preference for straightforward answers.
The committee also heard a Northern Kentucky University contract for a Workday ERP replacement, including implementation consulting and separate license fees. University officials explained the move from SAP to Workday, the complexity of the systems, and the need for a consulting partner; they said the total effort would span 10 years and that the contract was priced below comparable institutions. After extensive questioning about cost, budget, and value, the vote ended 4-4 and the chair noted the contract would move forward through the Finance Committee if no disapproval motion was made. Finally, the Office of Inspector General presented a contract for culture change training in nursing facilities funded by civil monetary penalties; witnesses said the goal was to improve staff satisfaction, communication, and resident outcomes, and that the CMP fund balance was about $38 million. Discussion also covered survey backlogs and CMS restrictions on the funds, with the item still under review as the transcript ended.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, July 15, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And you will sit down there on the river.
- </c><08:25:50.478><c> is</c> river?"
- Well, well, because the river is river?"
- on the bank of the river.
- All seven of their cars are down the river. All of the remaining houses are down the river.