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HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
PSM, PSM DEFER, TCA-PSM Public Hearings 02-10-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- It's going to take about 7 to 8 years, so construction of this, we're looking at 10 to 11 years from
- Um, so is H working on a contract with an emergency charter, you know, to help the residents of M?
- It's very difficult for them to just be available unless we had some kind of open-ended contract with
- So the intent is for us to get an open-ended contract that will allow state agencies and legislative
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Summary:
The committee heard testimony on SB 540, which would make the most recent state building codes supersede county codes beginning in 2028 and limit county changes without State Building Code Council approval. Grassroot Institute testified in support, while IBEW Local 1260 strongly opposed the bill as written, warning it could let counties weaken state minimum standards and create problems for fire code and sprinkler requirements. Members discussed the need for consistency in building codes and the impact of the State Building Code Council’s status, and the chair said the measure would be deferred indefinitely.
The committee also heard SB 626 on disaster preparedness, which would prohibit planting large trees along evacuation routes and require HEMA to identify and remove obstructive trees. Testimony included comments from DLNR, HEMA, and others, with HEMA opposing the measure. The chair said more coordination was needed between DLNR and HEMA and deferred the bill. SB 692, regulating retail and wholesale spray paint sales and assigning jurisdiction to the Department of Law Enforcement, drew opposition from the Retail Merchants of Hawaiʻi, which said the bill would impose costly storage and reporting burdens on small retailers and raise identity-theft concerns. The committee deferred that measure as well.
In a separate decision-making segment, the committee considered SB 9 on fireworks and recommended passage with amendments. The amendments narrowed or removed several sections, increased certain penalties from $500 to $1,000, adjusted forfeiture allocations, accepted an Attorney General amendment, added an appropriation for community safety education programs, and changed the effective date to July 1, 2077. The motion to pass with amendments was adopted by a vote of 2-1. Later, in a joint hearing, SB 1102 on the aircraft rescue firefighting unit drew support from DOT but opposition from the Hawaiʻi Firefighters Association, which asked that the bill be held. SB 41, establishing Hawaiʻi Disaster Drill Day on August 8, received support from HEMA and a public testifier. SB 1570, addressing Molokaʻi air service disruptions and a possible runway expansion, drew strong public support from Molokaʻi residents and service providers, while the Attorney General raised separation-of-powers concerns about the emergency declaration language and DOT noted the high cost and feasibility issues of runway expansion.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- I thank my colleagues for their feedback and their really, really constructive recommendations.
- I think my colleagues for their feedback, and they're really, really constructive. in the process, I
- think my colleagues for their feedback and their really, really constructive recommendations.
- The amendment removes from the bill the provision authorizing FDOT to contract, operate, and maintain
- It authorizes FDOT to acquire, own, construct, and operate certain airports, and it requires FDOT to
Keywords:
electric vehicle, EV, battery fire, lithium-ion battery, towing, wrecker service, vehicle storage, submerged vehicle, saltwater damage, fire marshal, fire safety, tow yard, impound, storage fee, administration fee, local ordinance, county ordinance, municipal ordinance, insurance coverage, motor vehicle insurer
Summary:
The Senate Transportation Committee heard several bills, beginning with SB 1362 on advanced air mobility. Senator Harrell described the bill as a framework for vertiports and eVTOL aircraft, but an amendment removed the sales tax exemptions and narrowed the sovereign immunity provisions to vertiports co-located at airports. Supporters said the bill would help Florida lead in emerging aviation technology, while opponents and some members raised concerns about safety, local control, and extending immunity to unproven facilities. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably.
The committee also considered SB 260 on storage of damaged electric vehicles. The bill, as amended, would allow local governments to set a daily administrative fee of up to three times the normal rate for storing EVs with visible battery damage or saltwater intrusion, reflecting fire-safety spacing requirements. Testimony from insurers, towing interests, and fleet operators focused on whether the fee was justified, whether cleanup language could lead to cost shifting, and whether more data reporting should be required. The amendment was adopted and the bill was reported favorably.
Members then approved SB 1352, which creates a secure online portal for license plate seizures and related DMV functions, preserves disabled veterans’ plate designations, prohibits license plate covers that obscure plates, and routes online license and ID renewals through county tax collectors. SB 1370 was also reported favorably; it closes a loophole so drivers who never obtained a license can still face habitual traffic offender penalties after repeated offenses. Finally, the committee took up SB 1220, a broad FDOT transportation package. After amendment, it retained provisions on trails, SunTrail, seaports, airports, drone delivery, autonomous vehicle protections, and FDOT coordination on federal funding, while removing the digital driver’s license provision and the rapid rail compact language. The committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate SessionReading and Referral of Bills Feb 24th, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 1014 by Sparks, relating to certain health care services contract arrangements entered into
- Senate Bill 1040 by Parker, relating to avoidable provisions contained in certain construction contracts
- Senate Bill 1040 by Parker relating to avoidable provisions contained in certain construction contracts
- Senate Bill 1063 by Campbell, relating to prohibiting contracts or other agreements with foreign-owned
- Senate Bill 1107 by Parker, relating to the right of a purchaser to terminate a contract of purchase
Summary:
The Senate met briefly and referred a large number of first-reading bills and resolutions to standing committees. The measures covered a wide range of topics, including hemp regulation, dementia research funding, parental rights and public education, municipal library funding, tax and local government issues, criminal justice, health care, education, transportation, natural resources, and election law. Several constitutional resolutions were also referred, including proposals related to the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and a severance tax revenue fund.
Most of the transcript consists of the reading of bill captions and committee referrals, with no substantive debate or testimony recorded. The listed measures included proposals on school uniforms, charter schools, Medicaid fraud remedies, insurance practices, occupational licensing for people with criminal convictions, water and sewer utility cybersecurity, agricultural protections, public meeting broadcasting, and various local and state governance matters.
No votes were taken on the bills in this segment. The only formal action reflected was referral of the bills and resolutions to the appropriate committees, followed by adjournment of the Senate until the next scheduled meeting.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- with an attorney and keep them on contract for some of those cases.
- So it's the contract attorneys who are doing the bulk of the work.
- Are they meeting the requirements that are in their contract? How are we doing?
- We have four that are closed and under construction.
- Where are they in their permits and their final construction costs?
Keywords:
State Fairgrounds District, fairgrounds bonds, public financing, bond authorization, gross receipts tax, gaming tax, tax-backed bonds, infrastructure funding, Albuquerque fairgrounds, State Fair Tid, economic development, municipal bonds, revenue pledge, capital projects, New Mexico finance, special education, office of special education, deputy secretary, public education department, IEP
WY
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the include capital construction with the include capital construction with - state building construction building the state building construction state<01:38:15.040>
construction - state construction department's budget. state construction department's budget.
- And then we've got a design-build contract, a guaranteed maximum price contract, with the event center
- contract with the Department of Health. contract with the Department of Health.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Working Group on Omnibus Transportation Bill - 06/06/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- to to use bid preferences in contracting to to use bid preferences in contracting for<00:52:34.800
- changes related to the uh contracting changes related to the uh contracting authority.<00:52:54.000
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and ensure that the construction and ensure that the construction and reconstruction - ,<00:58:04.960>
reconstruction <00:58:05.520>and construction, reconstruction and construction
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Audits on construction projects of a public work are subject to the Texas Prompt Pay Act, and audits
- I am a construction lawyer who practices in this area, and I'm here really for any questions you have
- Two, it allows them to enter into contracts. Three, it allows them to hold and transfer property.
- The bill also provides legal certainty by clarifying how DUNAs can engage in contracts, hold property
- It provides clear instruction on how the governance of a protocol and the construction of a compliant
Bills:
HB111
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy Finance and Policy Committee 3/20/25
Energy Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- entered into a 20-year contract entered into a 20-year contract agreement<00:06:11.520>
to <00:28:21.600>And <00:28:21.840>I as the contracts on the back end. - And I as the contracts on the back end.
- Our contracts run through 2027.
- Our contracts run through 2027, the year 2027.
WY
Transcript Highlights:
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residence <03:15:08.640>halls - Co-chairmen Wet and Olsen wrote to you on October 14 requesting $5 million for anticipated contracts
- . construction. construction.
- So, all of the Whammy students do sign a contract.
- Uh, in the witchie do sign a contract.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm governmental contracts with the Chinese companies for certain information communications technology
- They should be 2409 by cane ruling for the prohibition on government contracts with Chinese companies
- Construction contractor for the Committee on State Affairs, HB 2464, by having a relating to the authority
- Government Efficiency, HB 2460 by Harris, relating to the right of a purchase of determining. a contract
- We're linked to the account for construction retentions for the committee on trade workforce and economic
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- I permitted and sighted and oversaw you know public communication throughout construction of a lot of
- And not entering into the contract would pose a greater threat.
- I know I've worked on military bases before on construction and in federal contracts...
- I know I've worked on military bases before on construction and in federal contracts.
- Representative Aguilar: Bases before, on construction and in federal contracts, you have requirements
Keywords:
modification, electronic equipment, consumer rights, OEM restrictions, civil penalties, intellectual property, critical infrastructure, foreign adversaries, China, communications, security, Arizona Space Commission, strategic plan, aerospace, economic development, space industry, education, workforce training, assistive technology, disability services
Summary:
The House Committee on Science and Technology convened for its first meeting of the session, with members and staff introducing themselves and the chair reviewing committee rules and amendment deadlines. The committee then heard several bills focused on technology policy, infrastructure security, and a new study committee on assistive technology. Testimony was generally supportive of the bills’ goals, though several members raised concerns about implementation, costs, and the role of the Arizona Corporation Commission on the infrastructure bill.
HB 2121 would prevent manufacturers from disabling consumer electronic devices when owners make modifications, such as using third-party parts or firmware changes, and would allow owners or the Attorney General to sue for damages. After discussion about consumer ownership, security, and possible manufacturing impacts, the committee adopted the Fink amendment narrowing the bill to consumer products and gave HB 2121 a do pass recommendation by a 7-1 vote with one present. HB 2134 would restrict Chinese-produced equipment from critical infrastructure and limit contracts with Chinese companies; the sponsor and supporters framed it as a national security measure, while opponents focused on cost, implementation, and utility coordination. The committee heard testimony from the Arizona Corporation Commission, which said the bill would require new staff and resources, and from outside witnesses who said the bill was prospective and aligned with federal restrictions. HB 2134 passed 5-4.
HB 2451 would adjust Arizona Space Commission board terms, extend the strategic plan deadline, and add astronautic educational opportunities to the commission’s duties. Supporters described the commission as a bipartisan effort to grow Arizona’s space industry, and the bill passed 8-0. HB 2700 would create a Technology Study Committee focused on assistive technology and technology-first approaches for people with disabilities. The sponsor and a constituent advocate described how assistive technology can improve independence and service delivery, and members expressed support for the concept. After adopting the Connolly amendment, the committee approved HB 2700 as amended by an 8-0 vote. The committee then adjourned.
WV
West Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Senate in Session Mar 11th, 2026 at 08:02 pm
West Virginia Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Substitute for House Bill 4012, relating to reducing the regulatory burden on utility companies when constructing
- and maintaining elected. ...to reducing the regulatory burden on utility companies when constructing
- Bill 4602, relating to requiring the Department of Human Services to establish a pilot program to contract
- Bill 4602, relating to requiring the Department of Human Services to establish a pilot program to contract
- Bill 4602, relating to requiring the Department of Human Services to establish a pilot program to contract
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Transportation and Public Works Jan 22nd, 2026 at 09:04 am
Transcript Highlights:
- So with that I'll just turn over to the page two which is the project design and construction program
- So if you look down on the roadway maintenance contracts and the roadway and that was a really high priority
- This makes those available for roadway maintenance through either contract maintenance or For the department
- I will say the LFC recommendation did move some money out of the contracts line.
- That would be in the contracts line versus the Air Service Assistance Program So that's one thing to
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Joint Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs Committee, May 4, 2026 - PM
Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 092 Apr 15th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- , there are other constructs that make those physical constructs possible.
- Auschwitz, there are other constructs Auschwitz, there are other constructs that<00:48:00.560>
- make those physical constructs that make those physical constructs possible. possible. possible.
- . contracts. contracts.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, approved the journal, and received several committee reports. The Finance Committee reported Senate Bills 155, 49, and 116 with amendments and favorable referral to Appropriations, and House Bill 1188 favorably to Appropriations. The Business, Labor, and Technology Committee reported House Bill 1110 with amendments and a favorable recommendation to the Committee of the Whole, placed on the Consent Calendar, and also recommended confirmation of several appointments, including members of the State Plumbing Board, State Electrical Board, and Workers’ Compensation Cost Containment Board.
The chamber then proceeded out of order for personal privileges and a resolution honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., including recognition of visiting members and students participating in its Capitol Day. The Senate next took up House Joint Resolution 1027 concerning remembrance of the Holocaust. The resolution emphasized the history of the Holocaust, rising anti-Semitic incidents, the importance of Holocaust and genocide education, and the need to confront hate and otherization. Senators Weissman and Ball spoke in support, stressing the dangers of hateful rhetoric, the need for vigilance and compassion, and the importance of learning from history. HJR 1027 passed unanimously by roll call, 35-0, and the roll call was listed as co-sponsors.
Announcements followed recognizing the Sikh community’s Vaisakhi observance and a langar lunch at the Capitol, along with a proclamation for Sikh Awareness Appreciation Month. There were also notices about a Republican caucus, a Legal Services Committee meeting on Senate Bill 2683 and a litigation update, and a brief personal privilege remark about tax day and agriculture. The Senate then recessed until 10:30 a.m., later raised the call, and moved into special orders for second reading of a large group of House bills on the Consent Calendar.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Land Grant Jul 15th, 2025
House Rural Development, Land Grants And Cultural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Again, we entered into a contract with New Mexico State Forestry to take on this project.
- And then they did the construction.
- DHSCM is the lead agency, and we've contracted out that PPDR.
- The contract with NMACD is a good option.
- To bring on added capacity through contracts. I've got 144 contract staff helping me do this.
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee Jul 15th, 2026
Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- They would violate the state contract.
- Those are the conversations we want to have before we sign the contract.
- Those are the conversations we want to have before we sign the contract.
- One is construction work in process.
- used during construction, AFUDC?
Summary:
The committee held its first meeting on artificial intelligence and data centers, establishing its purpose as a study and policy-development body rather than one aimed at producing many bills. Majority Leader Hogue urged members to move quickly, focus on federal and other states’ AI laws, consider possible federal preemption, child protections, and the siting and economic impacts of data centers. Committee leadership echoed that the goal is practical, balanced governance that protects North Dakota while allowing innovation to continue.
Legislative Council staff provided a background memo and NCSL presented a detailed overview of AI concepts and the current state legislative landscape. The presentations distinguished narrow AI, generative AI, agentic AI, and theoretical AGI/ASI, and summarized major state policy themes: comprehensive AI laws in states such as Utah, Colorado, Texas, California, and Illinois; targeted laws on deepfakes, chatbots, health, education, notifications, and digital likeness; and growing use of appropriations and agency inventories. Members asked about Colorado’s repeal and reenactment, Texas’s sandbox and training provisions, oversight structures, and whether AI regulation is bipartisan; presenters said most issues cut across party lines, with broad agreement on child safety and deepfakes but more division on broader regulatory approaches.
The federal update focused on executive orders, preemption, and congressional activity. NCSL described a White House framework favoring a single federal standard, a DOJ litigation task force, Commerce Department review of state laws, and possible funding conditions tied to state AI policy, though no formal state-law challenge had yet occurred. The presentation also covered a recent executive order creating a voluntary federal vetting process for advanced frontier models after safety concerns, and congressional proposals including a failed 10-year state moratorium, Senator Blackburn’s child-safety bills, the Kids Online Safety Act, a House-passed children’s digital safety package, a Senate data center moratorium proposal, and a House ratepayer/data-center bill. The committee took no formal action beyond receiving testimony and asking questions.
NH
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or ability to maintain, construct or ability to maintain, construct or improve - Uh use it for residential construction.
- But if you just look at new construction, newly constructed manufactured housing, those have been built
- So if you look at new construction.
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housing, newly constructed manufactured housing, newly constructed manufactured housing, those
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I have to start buying things immediately, or if I have to contract for debris cleanup or contract for
- Two of them are built, and two of them are under construction right now.
- No federal contract or procurement laws are waived.
- I'm not aware of any contracts that we have or agreements with them.
- Do you think they'd be helpful if they were constructed?
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- Under the bill, APCO shall petition the Commission for approval to construct, acquire, or procure at
- With respect to Dominion, it shall petition the Commission for approval to construct, acquire, or procure
- , Madam Chair, SB 823 from Senator Bagby authorizes the Board of Contractors to require specific contract
- sale, lease, or power purchase agreement for a residential solar energy system to have a written contract
- sale, lease, or power purchase agreement for a residential solar energy system to have a written contract