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MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session 4/23/26

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • > protects stops crypto-related scams, protects stops crypto-related scams, protects student<02
  • And that money was scammed. This is the newest method of scamming.
  • And that money was scammed. This is the newest method of scamming.
  • It is a scam. And here's the problem that we have.
  • It is a scam. And here's the problem that we have.
Keywords: 919, house, all
Summary: The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a performance of the national anthem, then established a quorum and approved the previous day’s journal. Members handled routine business including second readings of several Senate files, first readings of House files 5067 through 5073, and messages from the Senate transmitting bills and requesting concurrence on House File 3437 and House File 1410. The House concurred in Senate amendments to HF 3437, a commerce bill with a technical cross-reference correction, and passed it 133-0. It also concurred in Senate amendments to HF 1410, a public safety bill on correctional officer procedures, and passed it 132-2 after members described the changes as clarifying and balanced for labor and management. The chamber then took up House File 3404, which increases penalties for impersonating a peace officer. The bill would raise the base offense from a gross misdemeanor to a felony, create aggravated offenses for impersonation involving unauthorized access, misleading orders, law-enforcement-style vehicles, or possession of a firearm, and add a duty for officers to identify themselves while protecting undercover work. Supporters, including the author and several members, tied the bill to the June 14, 2025 killings and said it was needed to restore public trust and protect both the public and legitimate law enforcement. The House passed HF 3404 134-0 after a moment of silence. The House also passed House File 3155, which closes a loophole in gift card fraud law by allowing prosecution based on the value stored on the card rather than just the plastic card itself. Supporters described organized retail crime schemes in which stolen gift cards are drained after activation and said the bill would help retailers, consumers, and law enforcement. The bill passed 134-0. Senate File 3958, which changes the deadline for a disaster assistance contingency account report from January 15 to January 31, also passed 134-0. Finally, the House considered House File 3875, the judiciary policy bill. An author’s amendment removed a section that had been unintentionally left in the bill, and members then discussed provisions allowing courts more flexibility in publishing notices, streamlining some notification requirements in dissolution cases, and making restitution orders permanent unless rescinded by court order. The transcript cuts off during discussion of the bill, before any final vote is shown.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 2/12/25

Commerce Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • There also are phone scams, where someone calls and impersonates the IRS, a bank, or a utility.
  • There are romance scams, and then text and email scams, such as claiming the target won the lottery.
  • <00:17:44.559> so<00:17:44.720> someone there also are phone scams so someone there
  • email scams such as then text and email scams such as claiming<00:17:53.600> the<00:17:53.760
  • > lottery claiming the scam Target won the lottery claiming the scam Target won the lottery or
Keywords: 1183, house
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Judiciary (3-19-26)

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • They're all—it’s a whole scam that they're doing, and I think, you know, our major here can speak to
  • I think from our perspective, what we've also run into, um, of course, with any scam that we see nowadays
  • :44:44.840> any also run into, um of course, with any also run into, um of course, with any scam
  • that we see nowadays, there's scam that we see nowadays, there's jurisdictional<00:44:48.640> issues
  • out of their misrepresented, or scammed out of their good<00:45:48.880> hard-earned<00:45:49.359
Keywords: 958, all
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Session (04/23/2026)

New Hampshire House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, how does this scam actually work? Someone gets you on the phone.
  • So, how does this scam actually work? So, how does this scam actually work?
  • There's scams that are a high percentage of the volumes here at these levels.
  • These machines are scamming New Hampshire residents. And finally, Mr.
  • They coached them on how to be scammed. scammed. scammed.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • Let the scams begin. That is not all. Musk and his Dogecoin.
  • banks, they should now know that there is no one on the job to make sure that those banks are not scamming
  • The suggestion that the Ranking Member has made here is that the big banks can now scam.
  • returned billions of dollars to our constituents, to the consumers who have been victims of these scams
  • been the only federal agency solely dedicated to protecting Americans' wallets and pocketbooks from scams
Bills: SB257
NH
Transcript Highlights:
  • I mean, she's obviously scamming the system. She read the letter of the law. That's the problem.
  • :02.480> mean,<00:14:02.639> she's<00:14:02.880> obviously<00:14:03.360> scamming
  • <00:14:03.760> the I mean, she's obviously scamming the I mean, she's obviously scamming the
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The subcommittee took up Senate Bill 19, which was described as repealing an archaic requirement that hotel keepers post rental-rate notices in rooms. Most of the discussion focused on an amendment addressing whether hotels may refuse rentals to people under 21. Supporters argued the bill’s purpose was to clean up outdated, unenforceable laws and that the amendment would clarify the age-discrimination issue by allowing businesses to set and consistently apply their own policies, such as 21-and-under thresholds, to avoid problems like underage drinking, property damage, and liability. A representative from the New Hampshire Lodging and Restaurant Association said the current language is unclear because it does not define the age threshold, creating uncertainty about whether a hotel could be compelled to rent to very young minors. Several members emphasized that owners should be able to set policies for their properties, including age-based rental restrictions, so long as they are clear and consistently applied. One member said the amendment should be more explicit about policy and thresholds, while another noted a future bill might further tighten the language. The discussion also touched on vacation rentals, deposits, and the practical differences between hotels and other rental properties. The amendment was approved by the subcommittee, and the bill was then moved as amended. In the later executive session, the committee voted 11-0 to adopt amendment 1689, then voted 11-0 ought to pass as amended, and finally voted unanimously to place the bill on the consent calendar.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
  • <01:00:58.000> and<01:00:58.319> you Transfers, if somebody is scammed and you know
  • The other aspect from Herrera's perspective is that we have active transaction scanning for scams and
  • um often times in these fraud or scam um often times in these fraud or scam situations,<01:54:52.639
  • <01:55:43.119> and trans transaction scanning for scams and trans transaction scanning for
  • scams and frauds<01:55:44.159> that's<01:55:44.639> always<01:55:45.199> running.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
Summary: The commission met with a quorum, approved the agenda, and approved the November 12 minutes after a motion, second, and unanimous voice/online consent. The chair said the meeting would include two presentations—one from Noah Herman of Fortress Global and one from John Kicko and team from Hedera—followed by discussion of the commission’s next steps and public comment. The chair also noted he was still seeking a clerk for note-taking. Herman’s presentation focused on stablecoins, blockchain use cases, and operational considerations for states and other institutions. He described Fortress as an enterprise crypto-wallet and treasury platform serving corporates, governments, and nonprofits, and used examples such as Save the Children and a large global commodities firm to illustrate custody and treasury management on blockchain rails. He said stablecoins are designed to maintain a U.S. dollar peg, are increasingly backed by treasuries and subject to greater transparency, and are being adopted by major firms and payment companies because they can improve speed, reduce cost, and simplify payments. He also highlighted market growth, including claims that stablecoins now represent a significant share of on-chain activity and are a major holder of U.S. Treasuries. He identified custody as a key issue for state and institutional use, outlining qualified custody, managed custody, and self-custody models. He said the main practical challenge for the commodities client was moving funds safely and quickly across global time zones and that blockchain rails could solve problems that traditional banking rails could not. He framed the broader trend as one of accelerating institutional adoption, citing recent acquisitions and product launches by Visa, Stripe, Citi, and PayPal as evidence that stablecoin infrastructure is becoming mainstream.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pet shop sale of cats and dogs 3/10/26

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • At the same time, the Better Business Bureau Scam Tracker reported a 350% increase in puppy scams in
  • Thank you for your time. increase in puppy scams in the two and a increase in puppy scams in the two
Keywords: 1183, house
AR

Arkansas 2026 1st Special Session

GIRLS STATE May 28th, 2026

GIRLS STATE

Transcript Highlights:
  • And if, with this possibility, there are so many threats that contribute to them being in danger of scams
  • ; instead of celebrating, their phone is being constantly rung with people who are calling them, scamming
  • officials, I believe that lottery companies should provide aid and training on how to detect these scams
  • They don't really know how to weed out scams.
  • I hope nobody gets scammed out of their money that they won, and so I do believe that all this bill and
Keywords: 1204, all
Summary: The meeting was a Girls State House session in which members received a brief orientation on chamber rules, voting procedures, recognition, decorum, and live-stream etiquette before the House was gaveled in with 99 members present. The body then moved through a series of bills, with immediate-consideration motions used several times to end debate and proceed to votes. The first bill, House Bill 1001, would have prohibited the sale or transfer of over-the-counter diet pills to people under 18; supporters argued it would help prevent eating disorders and misuse, while opponents raised concerns about medical exceptions and the bill’s wording. It failed, 42-55 with two present. House Bill 1002, which would keep lottery winners confidential for a period of time, was amended in discussion to a $100,000 threshold and a three-year confidentiality period; supporters emphasized privacy and protection from scams, and it passed 79-17 with one present. House Bill 1003 would have required schools to provide resources and courses on child workplace laws and readiness skills. Supporters said many teens enter jobs unprepared, while opponents worried about added burdens on schools and whether the bill should be an optional unit rather than a required course; it failed 22-73 with three present. House Bill 1004, the Arkansas Head Injury Act, would require approved helmets for all operators and passengers of motorized cycles; testimony focused on safety for riders, other drivers, and first responders, and it passed 94-4. House Bill 1005 would have required a year-long personal finance course before graduation, but members questioned scheduling, teacher preparation, and whether existing classes already covered the material; it failed 35-60 with four present. House Bill 1006 would increase the teacher classroom investment income tax deduction from $500 to $1,000. Supporters said teachers often spend their own money on classroom supplies and student needs, and the bill passed overwhelmingly, 97-0 with one present. House Bill 1008 sought to limit the number of national franchise businesses in an economic zone to encourage local entrepreneurship; supporters argued it would protect small businesses and keep money local, while opponents raised concerns about grocery and retail access, jobs, and unclear definitions of economic zones and franchises. It failed 23-69 with six present. The session then began House Bill 1009, which would create a voluntary blue envelope program for people with intellectual disabilities to help law enforcement communication during traffic stops; sponsors described it as an optional, training-based tool for officers, and discussion was underway when the transcript ended.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Housing and Homelessness Prevention - 04/14/26

Housing and Homelessness Prevention

Transcript Highlights:
  • The infection is... passed last session, all types of green new... ...deal scams on the building of houses
  • It's a scam, in my opinion, and then you have to pay for the baseload, so you're paying for two systems
  • It's a scam, in my opinion, and then you have to pay for the baseload, so you're paying for two systems
  • It's a scam, in my opinion, and then you have to pay for the baseload, so you're paying for two systems
  • SCAM IN MY OPINION AND THEN YOU HAVE TO PAY FOR THE BASELOAD SO YOU'RE PAYING FOR TWO SYSTEMS TWO SYSTEMS
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

Senate Judiciary (01/13/2026)

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Along with my testimony, I'll give you a one-pager that has a highlight of scams in 2024 as well.
  • Globally, just over a trillion was lost to fraud in 2024 according to the Global Anti-Scam Alliance.
  • Global to fraud in 2024 according to the Global to fraud in 2024 according to the Global Anti-Scam
  • Anti-Scam Alliance. Anti-Scam Alliance.
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • These machines have been exploited by criminals and scam operations, making them a pressing concern for
  • money that Iowans reported sending through Bitcoin Depot and 94.92% through CoinFlip were, in fact, scam
  • DOJ found that 98% of Bitcoin Depot's transactions and 95% of CoinFlip's transactions in Iowa were scams
  • Most of the scam victims were above the age of 60.
  • We don't want anyone who is there to neglect them so that they can then scam them for some life insurance
Summary: The committee first took up pending business and quickly reported several measures favorably, including HB 12, SB 1361, SB 1705, SB 1749, SB 1897, SB 2344, SB 2566, HB 3809, and HB 4215, with most sent to the Local and Uncontested Calendar. HB 12’s substitute clarified a limited midterm review of regulatory agencies tied to Sunset Commission recommendations. SB 2696’s substitute changed med spa regulation from a license to a certificate, with training instead of an exam, plus background checks, continuing education, and two-year renewals. HB 3809 dealt with battery energy storage decommissioning and recycling, and HB 4215 was reported without a substitute. SB 1978, concerning interconnection of electric facilities in ERCOT and federal jurisdiction concerns, was reported out on a 5-3 vote after debate, but then the chair later announced the bill was withdrawn and left pending subject to the call of the chair. HB 1899 was also reported favorably, with one nay. A major portion of the meeting focused on HB 14, the advanced nuclear energy bill. Senator Schwertner described it as creating a Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, a nuclear permitting coordinator, a development fund, a completion grant program, and a workforce development program. Testimony was sharply divided. Supporters, including representatives from Fermi America, Dow/X-energy, CPS Energy, Paragon Energy Solutions, Bridge to Nuclear, Aalo Atomics, and the Texas Association of Business, argued that Texas should lead in advanced nuclear, citing future baseload demand, data centers, industrial power needs, supply-chain development, and long-term energy diversification. Opponents, including Public Citizen, Texas Nuclear Watchdogs, Sierra Club, and individual citizens, argued the bill would subsidize unproven, expensive technology, create grants rather than loans, and expose taxpayers to major risk while doing little to meet near-term energy needs. Several members questioned whether the state should fund projects that may not produce grid power for years, and whether the bill’s grant structure and new office were justified. The committee also heard HB 5061, which Senator Schwertner said would prohibit unethical surveillance and misuse of confidential information by state contractors, create a confidential reporting system through the State Auditor’s Office, authorize Texas Rangers investigations, protect whistleblowers, and impose penalties including contract termination, fines, and contracting bans. No public testimony was offered, and the bill was left pending. HB 132, sponsored by Senator Hughes, would extend confidentiality protections for sensitive information to hostile acts by foreign adversaries; it was also left pending after no testimony. HB 1584 was then laid out, with Senator Schwertner explaining it would require utilities to maintain and update priority restoration lists for critical facilities after Hurricane Beryl exposed communication failures, but the transcript cuts off before any action on that bill.
VT

Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Session - 2026-05-06 - 11:00AM

Vermont Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • some advocates, and I would say that the venues are open to monitor that behavior, which is selling scam
  • ,<00:13:00.320> which<00:13:00.560> is<00:13:00.760> selling<00:13:01.760> scam
  • <00:13:02.160> tickets behavior, which is selling scam tickets behavior, which is selling
  • scam tickets outside<00:13:03.040> of<00:13:03.120> venues.
  • . scam. scam.
Keywords: 927, senate, all
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Consumer Protection - 03/17/2026

Consumer Protection

Transcript Highlights:
  • Because obviously these scams about notice if we have a fraudulent situation, because obviously these
  • scams today are very elaborate, very sophisticated, and very deceptive, and I have some concerns about
Keywords: 993, senate, all
Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Consumer Protection met for its third meeting of the 2026 session and considered seven bills. The agenda focused on consumer fraud and disclosure issues, including bicycle serial numbers to deter theft, 45-day notice before credit card account closures, prohibiting hospitals and health care providers from storing credit card information without consent, gas station assistance for disabled motorists, deletion of financial information after cancellation of automatic renewals or continuous services, protections for private education loan borrowers and co-signers, and notice of the right to place a security freeze when a consumer credit report is accessed. Several sponsors and members described the bills as responses to constituent complaints or practical consumer-protection concerns. Senator Myrie noted support for the credit card notice bill but raised concerns about fraud-related account shutdowns and possible amendments; one member said she would vote no on that bill but was open to further discussion. Other bills drew little or no debate, with members generally describing them as common-sense protections or overdue disclosures. The private education loan bill was described as increasingly urgent due to federal changes affecting student loans. The committee voted to advance all seven bills. Some were reported to the calendar, while others were reported to first reading or to another committee, depending on the bill. The meeting concluded after the final vote, with the chair noting that vote sheets were available for absent members.
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

House Special Investigative Committee, February 26, 2026

House Special Investigative Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • I believe the second thing I scam.
  • Okay, that's a scam. And I've been trying to stop it.
  • Okay, that's a scam. And I've been it. Okay, that's a scam.
  • I uh I have uncovered housing scams, property tax exemptions.
  • , I uh I have uncovered housing scams, I uh I have uncovered housing scams, property<04:15:00.800
Keywords: 916, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

CPN Informational Briefing 11-12-2025

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • casino<00:14:14.560> or<00:14:14.800> it's<00:14:15.040> a<00:14:15.279> scam
  • <00:14:15.920> or just kind of a casino or it's a scam or just kind of a casino or it's a
  • scam or it's<00:14:16.800> only<00:14:17.040> for<00:14:17.279> Republicans.
  • Um, at the same time, I want to acknowledge the real concerns that people have, you know, around scams
  • that people have, you know, around scams that people have, you know, around scams and<00:30:45.520
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The Hawaii State Senate Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection held an informational briefing on digital assets, blockchain, and related regulatory developments. Chair Jarrett Keohoko said the committee was focusing on national and state policy issues around digital assets, while leaving the separate issue of Bitcoin kiosks and fraud to the House Consumer Protection Committee, which had already noticed a similar briefing. No public testimony was taken; the session was for informational updates and member questions. Representatives from the Aptos Foundation, including JC Yun and Michael Cheng, gave a detailed presentation on blockchain basics and Aptos’s technology. They described blockchain as a tamper-resistant digital ledger, explained proof-of-work and proof-of-stake systems, and argued that proof-of-stake networks are faster, cheaper, and more environmentally friendly. They also emphasized smart contracts and potential uses beyond speculation, such as car titles, college transcripts, collectibles, digital IDs, real estate, and other tokenized assets. The presenters highlighted Aptos’s Hawaii connections and said the technology could help local residents and businesses participate in the digital economy. They cited adoption statistics, including billions of transactions on Aptos, tokenized money market funds from major financial firms, micro-lending applications, decentralized cloud infrastructure, and the rapid growth of stablecoins. They acknowledged concerns about scams and consumer protection, but argued that the answer is stronger regulation and education rather than avoiding the technology altogether.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Fraud Committee Meeting - 2025-04-28

Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • A big part of that work is to take on issues of fraud, abuse, scams, and exploitation—issues that can
  • in restitution and debt relief that the office has won for Minnesotans victimized by student loan scams
  • We work just as hard to protect Minnesotans from scams and to fight Medicaid fraud that victimizes the
  • using, I forget the adjective you used, but egregious claims of racial discrimination as part of their scam
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Banking and Finance Committee Jul 7th, 2025

Banking and Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • I first heard about this problem from my own constituents who were scammed when accessory dwelling unit
  • In my former life, I prosecuted some elder financial abuse cases, including the types of scams we're
  • especially right now it's timely because with the rise of AI, and all the ways in which people can be scammed
Keywords: 988, house, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

CPN-WTL, CPN-LBT, CPN-TCA, CPN DEFER, CPN, CPN-EDT DEFER Public Hearings 02-07-2025

Commerce and Consumer Protection

Transcript Highlights:
  • want them to be a reputable company, and you want to know that you're not going to be ripped off or scammed
  • want them to be a reputable company, and you want to know that you're not going to be ripped off or scammed
  • want them to be a reputable company, and you want to know that you're not going to be ripped off or scammed
  • want them to be a reputable company, and you want to know that you're not going to be ripped off or scammed
  • want them to be a reputable company, and you want to know that you're not going to be ripped off or scammed
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The committee first took up SB 1 and SB 1561 on vegetation management near utility lines and wildfire prevention. Testimony focused on requiring DLNR to create and update wildfire hazard maps, setting vegetation-trimming responsibilities for property owners near rights-of-way and utility lines, and authorizing utilities to enter property to remove hazardous vegetation. DLNR, the PUC, and Hawaiian Electric all testified, with Hawaiian Electric asking for clearer access language, after-the-fact notification in imminent-risk situations, and liability limits. Committee members discussed balancing wildfire response with property rights and the need for clearer responsibility and enforcement, including on easements and utility poles. The committees ultimately recommended SB 1 pass with amendments, incorporating comments from testimony, and SB 1561 was deferred. The next major item was SB 640 on artificial intelligence disclosures. The bill would require businesses and individuals in commercial transactions to clearly disclose when consumers are interacting with an AI chatbot or similar technology, and it would create private rights of action and penalties. TechNet, the Office of Consumer Protection, and the Chamber of Commerce raised concerns about vague definitions, overbroad application, enforcement, and the private cause of action; the Chamber also argued the bill could burden small businesses that use AI tools for routine functions. In response to questions, OCP said the measure was ambiguous as to who it applies to and that the remedies and treble-damages provisions were unclear. The committee recommended SB 640 be deferred. The committee also heard SB 454 on prorating the rental motor vehicle surcharge tax when a vehicle is rented for only part of a day. The Tax Foundation of Hawaii said the proposal would make the tax system fairer but more complex and would require better recordkeeping by rental companies; the Department of Taxation and Enterprise Mobility also submitted comments. Senator Melby noted possible effects on the special highway fund and said that could affect his vote. The measure was referred onward, with the discussion indicating it would proceed to Ways and Means. Finally, the committee heard SB 1272 on towing, which would create a licensing framework for tow companies. Testimony from tow-industry representatives strongly supported the measure, describing unlicensed or noncompliant operators, poor insurance practices, and the need for accountability and consumer protection. They said a licensing board would give regulators a clearer enforcement avenue and help ensure fair treatment of vehicle owners. The hearing ended before a final action was taken on SB 1272 in the portion provided.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Local Government Committee Apr 29th, 2026

Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • and protect the most vulnerable from the health care impacts due to the cuts from the big beautiful scam
  • Angeles County projects losses totaling $2.4 billion over the next three years after the Big Beautiful Scam
  • and protect the most vulnerable from the health care impacts due to the cuts from the big beautiful scam
  • Angeles County projects losses totaling $2.4 billion over the next three years after the Big Beautiful Scam
  • cuts come. projects losses totaling $2.4 billion over the next three years after the big, beautiful scam
Keywords: 988, house, all
Summary: The committee heard eight bills, with testimony largely focused on local government authority, housing, and public service operations. AB 1658 would make permanent higher change-order thresholds for Santa Clara and Los Angeles counties on large construction projects; county representatives said the existing temporary authority has saved time and money, and the bill passed 6-0. AB 2263 would authorize the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority to develop employee-preference affordable housing on its properties; supporters said it would help retain workers facing extreme housing costs, and it also passed 6-0 as amended. AB 2134, the Family Friendly City Councils Act, would protect city council members taking parental leave from losing their seats or having absences counted against them. Assembly Member Addis’s designee and Sunnyvale Council Member Alyssa Cisneros described the bill as a response to public pressure and privacy concerns faced by elected parents; members spoke in strong support, and the bill passed 6-0 as amended. AB 2188 would raise Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District’s contracting authority to $250,000 per contract; supporters said it would reduce delays and administrative costs, while questions centered on oversight and bidding safeguards. After committee amendments, it passed 6-0. AB 1768 would authorize Los Angeles and Contra Costa counties to ask voters to approve a temporary transactions-and-use tax for health care and related services in response to federal funding cuts. Supporters, including community clinics, Planned Parenthood, labor groups, and county representatives, said it would let voters decide whether to backfill major health care losses; opponents argued it would worsen affordability and tax burdens. The committee discussion highlighted concerns about equity and local control, and the bill was placed on call after a 5-2 roll call. AB 2033 would let general law cities use job order contracting for repair and maintenance projects; supporters said it would speed routine work, while AFSCME and some members raised workforce displacement and staffing concerns. It passed 8-0 as amended. AB 2415 would let the City of Folsom shift some housing obligations away from its historic district to other transit-oriented sites, with supporters saying it preserves historic character while still meeting housing goals. It passed 10-0. AB 2741, heard at the end of the meeting, would give cities a grace period to cure housing element issues involving overlay zones after a court ruling found some HCD-certified overlays noncompliant. Cities and local government groups supported the bill as a fairness measure for jurisdictions that relied on state guidance, while housing advocates and legal aid groups opposed it, arguing it would weaken enforcement and allow noncompliant housing plans to persist.