Video & Transcript Research : 'fine limits'

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MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Higher Education and Workforce Development May 5th, 2026

Higher Education and Workforce Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • When the Fast Track program was established in 2019, eligibility was limited to individuals with an adjusted
  • When the Fast Track program was established in 2019, eligibility was limited to individuals with an adjusted
  • process and coordinate the workforce funds with existing workforce development funding streams, and limit
  • I'm fine with the program and I'm fine with ending the sunset. Okay. All right.
Keywords: 959, house, all
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • As we understand the law, there are already limitations on what an election administrator could do, and
  • The bill includes a limited scope sunset review of the state lottery that must be concluded by August
  • Employees who were not involved in the Lottery Commission's activities that got us into this mess are fine
  • Those other employees have done a fine job and are probably the best people to continue.
  • There must be a hard limit of five lottery ticket printing machines at any single lottery location, and
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:55:12.640> the removing the one-year limitation the removing the one-year limitation the
  • No, we'll just limit it to I don't Okay.
  • Truly, the impacts are limited to 200.
  • I don't think we have any vehicle is fine.
  • fine. Please. My apology. It's okay. fine. Please. My apology. It's okay.
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The joint hearing covered three measures. SB 1602 would appropriate funds to DLNR for monitoring wells for the Koho aquifer system; DLNR and HHFDC supported it, and written testimony from several organizations and individuals was also in support. Members asked whether monitoring wells are a statewide function rather than a county function, and staff confirmed they are done statewide. The second bill was an administration measure clarifying that criminal water pollution enforcement remains with the Department of Health rather than DLNR. The Attorney General’s office said it was a cleanup clarification and that DOH has stronger enforcement powers and better testing capability; DOH and DLNR supported it, and there was no opposition noted. The final and most heavily debated measure was SB 1074 on environmental impact statements. The bill would let previously authorized or permitted commercial activities continue for up to one year while an agency determines whether environmental review applies after a challenge, and would allow permit renewals during that review. DLNR said it stood on written comments and suggested aligning the bill with similar House language. Supporters, including several ocean tourism and Maui business representatives, argued the bill would provide certainty and keep families and small operators working while environmental review is completed, especially in the wake of the Lahaina fires and ongoing business losses. Some supporters said the measure should be narrowed with a sunset or limited to recently renewed permits. Opponents, including the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, Earthjustice, the Sierra Club, and other environmental advocates, argued the bill was overly broad and could weaken HEPA/NEPA-style environmental review, especially for fisheries and other commercial activities. They said the bill could be used as a “Trojan horse” to avoid review and that DLNR could resolve the underlying disputes more quickly through settlement or existing exemption processes. No votes were taken during the hearing.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Elections Apr 17th, 2025

Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • Yeah, that's fine. OK, and secure Texas Elections. Yes, LP subcommittee, correct. Yes.
  • Yeah, it's, it's fine. OK, ma'am, I show you registered as Sophia, is it Mirto?
  • Well, I got to tell you, since the statute of limitations has run by decades.
  • There's no, there's no limit for the time for which your ID is expired.
  • For example, with this limit, a voter could use a rid in the 2020 without, without this limit, a voter
VA

Virginia 2026 Regular Session

April 22, 2026 - Reconvened Session

Virginia House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • the funding source out of the Housing Trust Fund and into the general part of the budget, which is fine
  • We're dropping a fine from $1,000 to $250 for those people who are not wearing their badges on election
  • We shouldn't be fining them for not wearing a badge. I urge a vote no on this amendment.
  • We shouldn't be fining them for not wearing a badge. I urge a vote no on this amendment.
  • Over on page 52, we come to House Bill 1457, which relates to vehicle weight limits, violations, and
NY

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York State Senate Session - 04/15/2026

New York Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • latitude to utility companies to charge what the Public Service Commission deems reasonable, or limiting
  • are not limited to attorneys' fees, fees to engage expert witnesses, Employee salaries, et cetera. >
  • FORWARD WHEN, WE KNOW THAT WE HAVE SOMEBODY THAT'S IN THE THE CHAIRMAN OF THE PSC, THAT IS DOING A FINE
  • The PSC does a fine job.
  • THE PSC, DOES A FINE JOB. AGAIN, YOU KEEP ON SAYING IN OTHER WORDS IT IS NOT GERMANE TO THE BILL.
Keywords: 993, senate, all
Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and then took up a series of utility and public service bills and resolutions. A resolution sponsored by Senator Scarcella-Spanton designating April 9, 2026, as Yellow Ribbon Day was adopted after remarks honoring veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. The chamber then moved through several Public Service Law measures focused on utility affordability, consumer protections, and PSC procedures, with some bills laid aside and others advanced. Among the bills passed were measures by Senators Mayer, Cleare, Hinchey, Comrie, and Parker. Debate on the Mayer bill centered on limiting utility expenses and fees recoverable in rate cases; supporters said it was part of a broader package to reform PSC practices, while opponents argued it would not lower current bills and had been softened from earlier versions. The Webb bill creating a residential utility usage monitoring program drew extended debate over whether it would meaningfully reduce costs, who would pay for the program, and whether it could lead to government monitoring of household usage; supporters said it would give consumers more control and transparency, while critics said it would not lower rates. The Gonzalez bill, which would add consumer protections during PSC investigations and delay shutoffs in certain circumstances, also passed after questions about whether it applied to rate cases, with the sponsor saying rate cases were explicitly excluded. Several members explained their votes, with supporters emphasizing affordability, transparency, and consumer protection, and opponents arguing the package would not address immediate rate relief and could burden ratepayers or encourage nonpayment. Senator Tedisco and others criticized PSC appointments and state energy policy, while Democratic sponsors argued the bills were part of a longer-term effort to reform utility regulation and address climate and affordability concerns. The chamber restored multiple bills to the non-controversial calendar before final votes, and the recorded results showed passage of the major utility bills by substantial margins, along with one amendment appeal being ruled nongermane and rejected.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • So currently there was not an escalating fine for that population if you blow below, I think it's 0.02
  • So this is just going to have increasing monetary fines, and then it mimics the interlock laws that we
  • um for that population if you blow fine um for that population if you blow below<00:03:16.879> the
  • um and then it mimics the monetary fines um and then it mimics the interlock<00:03:29.159> laws
  • And how can I tell you today, in the limited time I have, about that young lady?
Summary: The House Judiciary Committee met with a full roll call and first took up House Bill 220, which would strengthen Kentucky DUI penalties. The sponsor and a Commonwealth’s attorney testified that the bill would make a third DUI within 10 years a felony, while keeping first- and second-offense penalties the same, and that the committee substitute also adds escalating fines for under-21 DUI offenses and aligns interlock requirements. Supporters argued the change is needed to protect families and respond to repeat impaired driving, citing a fatal case involving a young victim and a repeat offender with a high blood alcohol level and prior DUI convictions. Members asked about treatment, sentencing, and drafting details. The sponsor explained that the existing mandatory substance-abuse treatment requirement for fourth-or-greater offenses would apply to third-or-greater offenses under the substitute, and that a 120-day minimum remains in place. Questions were also raised about removing redundant statutory language and about whether felony treatment could sometimes result in less actual jail time than a misdemeanor; the sponsor and prosecutor said such cases are rare and that the bill gives prosecutors and juries more tools. Representative Blanton supported the bill but noted it does not address fentanyl, and the sponsor said he has a separate bill for that issue. Opposition testimony came from Scott West of the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, who said he supported tougher DUI enforcement but opposed felonyizing the third offense. He argued that the current system already imposes mandatory jail and treatment, that felony cases often resolve through plea bargains with parole eligibility that may not increase actual time served, and that the better approach would be stronger mandatory counseling, longer license suspensions, and ignition interlock requirements rather than felony status. After discussion, the committee adopted the committee substitute and passed HB 220 favorably by a 19-0 vote. The committee then began House Bill 136, which would require the Department of Corrections to compile and submit annual reports to the General Assembly on corrections and parole outcomes, including time served and supervision data. The sponsor and a witness from the Georgia Center for Opportunity said the bill is intended to improve transparency and give lawmakers better data for policy decisions. Members voiced support for better post-release data and asked whether DOC could implement the reporting; the witness said DOC had not expressed concerns and already submits some reports. Discussion on HB 136 was underway when the transcript ended.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 2/13/25 - Part 2

State Government Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Our communication with Dad was very limited, and again, just like Mary had shared, when trying to ask
  • Our communication with Dad was very limited, and again, just like Mary had shared, when trying to ask
  • want to answer the question that's fine want to answer the question that's fine um<00:36:23.680>
  • Apparently I did it fine. Apparently I did it fine.
  • And with that, we are adjourned. apparently I did it fine so with that we apparently I did it fine so
Keywords: 1183, house
LA
Transcript Highlights:
  • The specific graduated fines for a violation of the code of conduct include how those fines are assessed
  • They will receive, for a first violation, a $1,000 fine; a second violation, a $2,000 fine; and a third
  • violation, a $10,000 fine.
  • “Okay, okay, that’s fine.” “I’m sorry, go ahead.” “Good morning.
  • I'd be fine with it. Thank you. No, it's six with us. I'd be fine with it. Thank you. Thank you.
Summary: The House Natural Resources Committee met on April 29, 2026, with a quorum present and took up several bills related to property rights, expropriation, renewable energy recycling, and local permitting. Representative Domangue first presented HCR 80 on private property rights, using it to highlight the 2025 landman code of conduct and the need for stronger guardrails in expropriation negotiations. She then deferred the resolution in order to allow Chairman Geymann to present HB 841, which was described as establishing a code of conduct for landmen and expropriation-related negotiations. The committee heard testimony and watched video examples from landowners describing intimidation, inadequate compensation offers, and the need for fair treatment. Amendments were adopted to broaden the bill to all certificate holders, prohibit threats about court costs and attorney fees, shorten response times, and add graduated fines and public posting for violations. HB 841 was reported favorably as amended, with no opposition cards recorded. The committee then considered HB 621 by Representative Coates, which would require recycling of decommissioned renewable energy infrastructure to the extent practical. After discussion with DEQ, the bill was amended to clarify that existing universal waste rules apply and to remove language that would have required the renewable facility owner to pay decommissioning costs in that section; the effective date was set for January 1, 2027. Testimony from renewable energy industry representatives supported the measure and explained that solar panels and related components can be recycled at high rates, with established markets for recovered materials. The committee adopted the amendments and reported HB 621 favorably. Next, Representative Jacob Landry presented HB 595, aimed at preventing local governments from unreasonably delaying or impeding energy projects through permit requirements, especially road permits affecting Haynesville Shale operations. After amendment, the bill required timely action on local road permits and deemed them approved if not acted on within 30 days. Supporters emphasized the economic importance of the Haynesville and the need for predictable permitting, while opponents argued the bill could further erode local authority, particularly regarding carbon capture and sequestration. The committee reported HB 595 favorably. Landry then presented HB 1191, creating a certificate of compliance process for oilfield and exploration and production sites to provide a cleaner path for cleanup, finality, and future investment. The bill drew technical and substantive amendments, including changes to definitions, confidentiality, and the role of DEQ; discussion continued over whether the bill should be deferred to allow more time to work through the remaining issues.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

Senate Standing Committee on Judiciary (2-19-26)

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • Okay, that's all fine.
  • Okay, that's<00:17:45.760> all<00:17:46.000> fine.
  • But, but if it's a that's all fine.
  • And<00:19:08.320> I'll And I'll tell you one other thing as you go: there probably are limits
  • and it was quite dramatic to them to think that why if they left it to my mother, it would have been fine
Keywords: 958, all
Summary: The Senate Judiciary Committee met with a quorum and took up Senate Bill 50, sponsored by Chair Storm and President Stivers, a broad probate and trust measure. Stivers and attorney Barry explained that the bill updates Kentucky probate and intestacy procedures to better fit electronic filing and modern family structures, adjusts inheritance tax classifications to reflect longer lifespans and more complex family relationships, and adopts newer trust tools used in other states, including electronic wills and directed trusts. They also described a domestic asset protection trust provision, saying it is intended to level the playing field with other states and is not meant to help people evade existing creditors; they noted one non-uniform section may have fiscal impact and could warrant referral to Appropriations and Revenue. Members asked about the asset protection trust language, especially whether it could shield assets after a lawsuit is pending or threatened. Barry said the bill would not allow transfers to defeat existing or threatened claims and that the protection only applies where there are no such claims at the time of transfer. Senators also discussed whether the trust could be used for spendthrift-style family planning, with Barry noting trusts can already be drafted for that purpose and that the bill is not aimed at that issue. Senator Thomas requested more detail on the inheritance tax changes, and Stivers explained that the bill would move more beneficiaries into the no-tax category because estates now often pass to older children, grandchildren, and step-relatives, creating unexpected tax liability. He and others said the changes were meant to reflect modern family patterns and longer life expectancy, and Thomas said he was not opposed to the tax changes but wanted the public to understand them. Tim Shank of the Kentucky Bankers Association testified that the bankers were not opposing the bill overall but had concerns about the domestic asset protection trust section, particularly its treatment of existing mortgages and creditor claims. He said the bill’s notice and claim-extinguishment provisions could create unintended consequences for mortgage holders, and he urged changes to protect existing debt. In response, Senator Thomas questioned whether a lender that takes no action for the bill’s six-month-to-two-year claim period should lose its claim, but Shank replied that federal mortgage rules and payment status could complicate that assumption. The discussion ended with acknowledgment that the mortgage issue was likely unintended and would need further review.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee 4/2/25

Public Safety Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • So we are limited.
  • That's fine, Mr. Chair. Thank you.
  • <00:57:48.599> um have a plan but then that limits um have a plan but then that limits um
  • Um, I'm going to be limited in what I say. I just got a couple of points.
  • Um, I'm going to be limited in what I say. I just got a couple of points.
Keywords: 1183, house
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection - 03/05/26

Commerce and Consumer Protection

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:10:06.560> If with limited or no cost sharing. If with limited or no cost sharing.
  • <00:22:15.919> patients insurance coverage limits patients insurance coverage limits patients
  • . limits. limits.
  • <01:15:31.360> I'm<01:15:31.520> fine some people that you're fine.
  • I'm fine some people that you're fine.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
WV
Transcript Highlights:
  • But is not limited to posted land, cultivated land, or fenced land.
  • That's perfectly fine. We don't want to do anything that is unintended.
  • Supreme Court, however you want to say it, limited the Fourth Amendment.
  • So anyway, because of that, you're fine with that, right?
  • You would be fine with allowing that for those circumstances only.
Keywords: 994, senate, all
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Revenue Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am

Joint Committee on Revenue

Transcript Highlights:
  • Speakers are asked to please limit their testimony to no more than three minutes.
  • As you all know, municipalities have limited options for raising revenues.
  • Things were fine for a while. And in 2014, '15, my son succumbed to a drug addiction.
  • The IRS is fine; will settle. And in exchange, you're going to be in compliance for five years.
  • Everything was fine. It went through great.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The Joint Committee on Revenue held a hybrid hearing on several property and local tax bills. The main focus was H.56, the Municipal Empowerment Act, which the Healey-Driscoll Administration, the Massachusetts Municipal Association, MAPC, and Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo supported as a package of local options and administrative reforms. Supporters said municipalities need more tools to relieve pressure on property taxes and fund services, citing proposed increases to local meals and lodging taxes, a new local vehicle excise surcharge, senior property tax relief, one-year override flexibility for emergencies, and central valuation of telecom and utility property by DOR. The administration said the bill was based on municipal listening sessions and was intended to give cities and towns optional, not mandatory, revenue tools. Opponents, including the National Federation of Independent Businesses, argued the tax increases would hurt restaurants, hotels, tourism, and small businesses and add to affordability concerns. The committee also heard testimony on H.3211, dealing with deeds excise receipts, from Norfolk County Commissioner Richard Staidi. He said Norfolk County is financially stable but needs additional revenue for major capital needs at its agricultural school, especially a new cafeteria and other aging facilities, and also to support county programs such as veteran transportation services. On S.2020, a bill to allow settlements of tax liability, Greater Boston Legal Services, the Asian American Civic Association, and several individual taxpayers urged creation of a more workable offer-in-compromise process at DOR. They said the current system is too subjective, requires an unaffordable $5,000 threshold, lacks clear standards and appeal rights, and leaves low-income taxpayers stuck with unmanageable debt, license suspensions, or business closures. Supporters said the bill would give both taxpayers and DOR a practical way to resolve liabilities and bring people back into compliance. The committee also took testimony on S.1966, which would require nonprofits selling property to disclose any back-tax obligations to buyers. Senator Peter Durant said the bill was prompted by a personal experience in which a tax bill arrived after a nonprofit property purchase was already completed, and he argued the disclosure would prevent buyers from being surprised by retroactive tax liability. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the chair closed the session after hearing from all scheduled witnesses.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
  • I think we need to study it, whether you want to limit it to New Orleans... ...great idea.
  • I think seven people would be fine, sir. Say three from each area or four from each area?
  • I'd be fine. Thank you, Representative Lyons. The board's clear.
  • Yeah, if she wants us to do it, that's fine. I'll do...” “For one deal?
  • Yeah, if she wants us to do it, that's fine.
Summary: The committee met on May 13 and first took up House Concurrent Resolution 89, which asks the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism to study, with the Louisiana State Museum and the World War II Museum, the feasibility of a Louisiana Maneuvers museum and trail. Representative Owens described the historical significance of the Louisiana Maneuvers and said the proposal would help preserve and teach that history. The committee moved HCR 89 favorably to the floor without objection. The committee then heard House Resolution 179, which would create a study of neighborhood crime prevention and security districts and their effectiveness in reducing crime. Representative Marcel said the resolution was prompted by questions about crime data and district performance, while several members raised concerns about the number of study groups and the breadth of a statewide review. Other members supported the idea as a way to gather data on what works, including cameras and other security measures. The resolution was moved favorably to the floor. Next, the committee considered Senate Bill 228, a constitutional amendment to allow public funds to be used to replace lead and copper drinking water service lines on private property, and Senate Bill 268, the companion implementing bill that sets out the notice and replacement process. Paul Rainwater explained that the program would use EPA and state revolving-fund money, with work focused on the line from the meter to the shutoff valve, and that the city would inventory affected homes, give notice, and then proceed with replacement. Members asked about homeowner rights, emergency entry, contractor accountability, and whether the program could expand beyond New Orleans; Rainwater said he would return with more detail on the objection/emergency process. Both SB 228, as amended, and SB 268 were reported favorably. The committee also advanced Senate Bill 283, which creates the Boulevard at Harding Area Special District in Baton Rouge to encourage development near Southern University, and two resolutions: House Resolution 225, urging agencies and local governments in Ouachita Parish to study solid waste, debris removal, and disaster resilience services, and House Resolution 223, urging Shreveport and partners to advance the Southern Soul City Initiative. All were moved favorably to the floor, and the meeting ended with members and the chair thanking staff and noting it was likely the committee’s last meeting of the session.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • meeting, so I would ask everyone to please give her your full attention, and I know she will do a fine
  • full attention and I know she will do<00:02:07.240> a<00:02:07.680> a<00:02:07.920> fine
  • the<00:02:09.280> meeting<00:02:09.599> today<00:02:09.920> so do a a fine
  • job on the meeting today so do a a fine job on the meeting today so representative<00:02:10.640>
  • For retired teachers, if they do come back, is there a limit on how many hours or what percentage of
Summary: The House State Government Committee met with a quorum and considered three bills. House Bill 73, as amended by committee substitute, added We Lead CS to the list of agencies participating in the Teachers’ Retirement System administrative provisions. The sponsor explained the bill corrects an oversight involving a computer science education service provider established in 2022. A question about fiscal impact was answered with no expected fiscal note or actuarial impact. The committee adopted the substitute and passed HB 73 19-0 with favorable expression. House Bill 441 addressed teacher shortages by expanding the number of retired teachers and critical-shortage-area teachers school districts may hire. The sponsor said districts could hire retired teachers up to 10% of staff and critical shortage area teachers up to 10%, replacing lower current limits and a temporary COVID-era provision that had expired. Members asked about work limits, salary rules, and how often shortage areas are identified; the sponsor said retired teachers remain subject to existing earnings limits, critical shortage teachers are paid at least a rank-two, 10-year salary, and shortage areas are identified annually by the Commissioner of Education. Supportive comments noted the bill was a stopgap and that long-term solutions should include recruitment, retention, and pay. The committee passed HB 441 19-0 with favorable expression. House Bill 462 would allow county clerks to correct marriage applications or licenses by affidavit, without requiring a lawsuit in circuit court, when there are obvious errors or omissions. The Kenton County clerk and another clerk testified that the change would help people who need corrected records for Social Security, Real ID, inheritance, and other legal purposes, while still preserving data needed by Vital Statistics. Members described the bill as a practical efficiency measure. The committee passed HB 462 19-0 with favorable expression, and the meeting then adjourned.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Senate Session (Part III) Sep 2nd, 2025

Texas Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's about their moms, often with limited options, limited information, often... ...scared.
  • There were limits on pre-enforcement challenges in state court, and those are gone.
  • That was limited in one of the previous bills.
  • Congress is limited.
  • I think after the hearing today, my concern is you're in a very limited area.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Judiciary Committee Feb 19th, 2025

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • That'd be fine. Okay, I think each of you have a sub. If not, I brought an extra copy.
  • I want you to understand we're going to limit your time to 3 minutes. ...to limit your time to 3 minutes
  • Again, I should really limit my remarks to the criminal portion of the bill.
  • ; it doesn't just limit it to use of force because you could create a definition that limits it that
  • I talked with Representative Mo, and I think it's fine.
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

S/C on Juvenile Justice Apr 7th, 2025

S/C on Juvenile Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • And you had mentioned earlier that this bill would limit the use.
  • And if you do that, I think we'd be fine.
  • I told them no, I'll be fine. I mean stay close if something jumps off but I think I'll be fine.
  • I want to remind everyone we do have a three minute time limit.
  • They have limited capacity and culpability compared to adults.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • And I think we definitely need to acknowledge that alternative school campuses currently have limited
  • Teachers in rural areas such as mine are hard to come by because of limited funding, which can lead to
  • lower salaries, various resource shortages, and limited staff capacity.
  • I am proud to be part of a district that continues to recognize our fine arts teachers as a critical
  • Fine arts programs develop essential.
Bills: SB26, SB 26