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• Members on the on the dais we have Jim Wells County Judge Pete Trevino, Jim Wells County Commissioner
• Members Jim Wells County and its county seat Alice, Texas are notable in Texas history, known as an oil
• Members, uh, this beautiful county, Jim Was County in Texas, is a beautiful part of the state, and I
• celebrate Galveston County Day.
• Galveston County is the cornerstone of Texas history.

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• I see Eric Clark over in the corner, and house staffer Tyler Peebler worked with myself and Chairman
• uh<00:08:28.560> I<00:08:28.639> see<00:08:28.879> Eric<00:08:29.159> Clark
• over<00:08:29.879> in<00:08:30.039> the<00:08:30.319> the time uh I see Eric Clark
• over in the the time uh I see Eric Clark over in the the corner<00:08:31.159> uh<00:08:31.319
• I had my last hormone injection about a week before my incarceration in that county jail, where I found

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Roll Call: 00:00:08 SB 169: 00:01:07 SB 02: 00:05:56 Discussion in Opposition to SB 02: 00:19:22, 958, all

Summary: The House Judiciary Committee first took up Senate Bill 169, which would expand the Attorney General’s and Kentucky State Police’s authority to use administrative subpoenas in child exploitation investigations. Senator Danny Carroll and Attorney General’s office staff said the bill updates existing law to reflect modern online platforms, adding social networking companies, mobile payment services, and cloud storage services so investigators can obtain limited account-holder information tied to online child exploitation cases. Members raised no opposition, and the committee approved SB 169 17-0 with favorable expression. The committee then heard Senate Bill 2, which would prohibit the use of public funds for certain cosmetic or elective procedures in correctional facilities, including gender-affirming surgeries, and would also affect some hormone-related treatment. Senator Mike Wilson and supporters said the bill was intended to stop such procedures from being authorized by memo rather than regulation and to ensure taxpayer money is not used for elective care. Several members asked whether any such surgeries had occurred in Kentucky; Wilson said none had been approved, and he emphasized the bill was about public funding, not general medical care. Supporters argued the state should not pay for elective procedures, while opponents said the bill targeted a tiny population and could create constitutional problems. Opponents included incarcerated and advocacy voices, a psychologist, and legal advocates, who said gender-affirming care is medically necessary for some patients, that withholding it can cause serious mental health harm, and that similar restrictions have faced court challenges. One speaker described personal harm from being denied hormone therapy while incarcerated. Another warned the bill could violate the Eighth Amendment and lead to costly litigation. After debate, the committee moved to vote on SB 2, with members giving explanations both for and against, but the transcript cuts off before the final roll call result is shown.

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• and Senate file 3163, Senator Clark and Senate file 3163, Senator<00:30:40.080> Farnsworth.
• ,<00:31:55.279> Senate Senate file 1125, Senator Clark, Senate Senate file 1125, Senator Clark
• The language on 2002 from Senator Clark.
• Page 12, section 14, is another section from the governor and Senate File 2002, the Clark bill, just
• Senator Umar Verbaton, Senator Clark and Senator Umar Verbaton, Senator Clark and this<00:51:01.520><

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• And after I got off the phone with Senator Clark, about 10:30 that night,...
• And after I got off the phone with Senator Clark, about 10:30 that night, I was trying to read those
• school that receives any property tax revenue shall have on the charter board an appointment by the county
• Appointment by the county executive.

Keywords: 964, all

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• Ventura County has a Long and proud military history.
• Ventura County has a long and proud military history.
• I rise today to recognize CJ Jones and Isaac Corcoran of the Ross County Junior Fair Board.
• CJ and Isaac set an ambitious goal of collecting 100,000 pounds of food throughout Ross County.
• And with that, I would like to yield to our chair, the Honorable Yvette Clarke of New York.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, February 2, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• Circuit chief judge, the Honorable George Masuoka, from 2003 to 2004, followed by three years at the County

Bills: SCR8, SR10, SCR90, SR85, SCR110, SR103, SCR54, SR52, SCR107, SR101, SCR178, SR173, SR76, SCR40, SR30, SCR145, SR137, SCR62, SCR95, SR90, SCR45, SR44, SCR119, SR112, SCR63, SR57, SCR21, SR18, SCR27, SR24, SCR75, SR69, SCR7, SR7, SCR149, SCR55, SR53, SCR180, SR175, SCR86, SR77, SCR59, SCR41, SR31, HB1678, HB1824, SCR177, SR172, SCR5, SCR85, SR75, SCR139, SR131, SCR146, SR138, SR84, SCR31, SR27, SCR46, SR45, SCR48, SR47, SCR9, SR11, SCR83, SR73, SCR20, SR17, SCR56, SR54, SCR87, SCR39, SR29, SCR142, SR134, SCR203, SR191, SCR200, SR188, SCR196, SR184, SCR194, SR183, SCR114, SR107, SCR166, SR157, SCR96, SR91, SCR172, SR163, SCR109, SR102, SCR50, SR49, SCR64, SR58, SCR184, SR165, SCR81, SR71, SCR19, SR16, SCR22, SR19, SCR32, SR28, SCR57, SR55, SCR58, SR56, SCR103, SR97, SCR159, SR150, SCR163, SR154, SCR169, SR160, SCR68, SR63, SCR105, SR99, SCR112, SR105, SCR198, SR186, SCR11, SR9, SCR132, SR124, SCR189, SR179, SCR26, SR23, SCR93, SR88, SCR117, SR110, SCR164, SR155, SCR165, SR156, SCR170, SR161, SCR168, SR159, SCR173, SCR197, SCR47, SR46, SCR94, SR89, SCR99, SR93, SCR100, SR94, SCR130, SR122, SCR78, SR82, SCR154, SR145, SCR195, SR192, SCR162, SR153, SCR201, SR189, SCR202, SR190

Keywords: building permits, seniors, health care, disability, safety modifications, county regulations, expedited processing, older adults, disability access, healthcare, permit processing, home modifications, kupuna, accessibility, parking, business hours, aging population, parking accessibility, private business hours, affordable housing

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• in that county, wherever that is.
• it and uh we tried the city and county it and uh we tried the city and county and<01:16:07.600><
• <01:16:34.880> emergency engage with the county emergency engage with the county emergency
• And really the beauty of the counties is the county emergency managers are the ones working directly
• is the the the county emergency counties is the the the county emergency managers<01:23:15.520> are

Bills: HB2437, HB1815, HB1614, HB1613, HB1612, HB2411, HB2597, HB2583, HB2474, HB1863, HB2590, HB1813, HB1838, HB2138, HB1967, HB1576, HB2139, HB1605, HB2113, HB812, HB1831, HB1707, HB2561, HB1805, HB2469, HB2472, HB2387, HB1658, HB1661, HB1664, HB1859, HB2276, HB2335, HB1656, HB2116, HB2272, HB2273, HB2340, HB2158, HB2339, HB2489, HB2159, HB2171, HB2338, HB2005, HB1952, HB1872, HB1676, HB2384, HB2614, HB20, HB1776, HB1565, HB2310, HB1975, HB1801, HB1668, HB2114, HB1972, HB1546, HB1518, HB1131, HB2208, HB2156, HB2268, HB2622, HB2581, HB2498, HB2443, HB1577, HB2033, HB2031, HB2023, HB1969, HB1973, HB1974, HB2315, HB2343, HB2501, HB2505, HB816, HB1562, HB1591, HB1853, HB1854, HB1871, HB1965, HB1966, HB1537, HB1541, HB276, HB2606, HB2270, HB1920, HB1756, HB1727, HB1718, HB1715, HB1713, HB1711

Keywords: arts education, student engagement, cultural literacy, public schools, funding, State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, SFCA, Performing Arts Grants Program, arts grants, culture and the arts, history and the humanities, King Kamehameha Celebration Commission, Works of Art Special Fund, one percent for art, public art, art in public places, relocatable works of art, DBEDT, Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism, DAGS

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• Valley Fair and Scott County is a destination, and you know, I respect Senator Thomas.
• <01:57:35.920> and onto the backs of our counties and onto the backs of our counties and school
• Senator Clark votes no. Senator Latz votes no. Senator Lee votes no. Senator Clark votes no.
• So it's a county, a home rule charter, or statutory city or town.
• > charter,<04:29:08.560> or county, a home rule, charter, or county, a home rule, charter

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Representative Clark and Mr. So or Saul. Representative Clark and Mr. So or Saul.
• Karen Clark.
• Karen Clark introduce myself.
• /c><01:00:05.599> and<01:00:05.839> her<01:00:06.160> team Clark, but uh Karen Clark
• and her team Clark, but uh Karen Clark and her team at<01:00:06.799> uh<01:00:06.880> Women

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• Next up we have Judith Clark, Hawaii Youth Services Network, in support.
• Next up we have Judith Clark, Hawaii Youth Services Network, in support.
• Next up we have Judith Clark, Hawaii Youth Services Network, in support.
• She's deputy director for the City and County of Honolulu.
• She's deputy director for the City and County of Honolulu.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint hearing began with SB 59 on prescription drugs, which drew extensive testimony from insurers, pharmacies, patient advocates, and health organizations. Supporters argued the bill would address PBM practices such as spread pricing, unclear reimbursement, and patient steering, and would help independent pharmacies and lower patient costs by passing rebates through to consumers. Opponents from health plans and PBM-related groups raised concerns, while Walgreens supported the measure and suggested amendments to establish a reimbursement floor. After questions, the committee accepted the Hawaii Pharmacist Association’s proposed amendments, added technical changes and a defective date of December 31, 2050, and voted to pass SB 59 with amendments. The remainder of the hearing focused on a series of nominations and reappointments to health, aging, disability, mental health, juvenile justice, and advisory boards. Nominees and agency representatives generally described their backgrounds and interest in serving, with support testimony emphasizing experience, continuity, and the value of volunteer service. Several nominees highlighted issues such as mental health access, substance abuse treatment, elder services, language access, disability access, and rehabilitation services. The Department of Health, SHPDA, DHS, and other organizations largely testified in support of the nominees. No votes were taken on the nominations during the transcript excerpt, and the chair repeatedly thanked the nominees for their service and testimony. The hearing also included brief procedural remarks about time limits, Zoom testimony, and a possible reconvening date in case of technical difficulties.

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• <00:28:48.240> townships grants to cities counties townships grants to cities counties townships
• appropriation for loose and Clark appropriation for loose and Clark Regional<00:37:02.000> water
• Representative Max Rymer, out of 28B, Chisago County.
• <01:04:45.880> I different projects in Chicago County I different projects in Chicago County
• I have parts of one county and parts of four other ones: Jackson County, I represent the whole county

Keywords: 1183, house

Summary: The Capital Investment Committee met on January 16 for an informational overview on state bonding and capital investment. House Research analyst Chelsea Griffin and House Fiscal analyst Andrew Lee explained the nonpartisan roles of their offices and then walked members through the basics of Minnesota bonding: how bonds are issued and repaid, how they are categorized, and the main legal authorities governing state general obligation bonds, including the state constitution, Minnesota statutes, and federal tax law. Griffin emphasized that state GO bond proceeds must be used for a public purpose, for a purpose authorized in the constitution, as specifically described in law, and must mature within 20 years. She also noted that state GO bonding is typically originated in the House and that capital projects financed with state GO bonds generally require a three-fifths vote in each chamber. The presentation also covered practical limits and requirements on bonding projects, including the distinction between state and local GO bonding, the role of bond counsel, restrictions on bond-financed property, the prohibition on reimbursing already-paid costs, and the full funding and non-state match requirements. In response to member questions, Griffin clarified that the full funding requirement in section 16A.502 means a project must be fully funded before the appropriation is available, while section 16A.86 reflects an expectation that local governments provide about half the financing for local projects, though the legislature can choose to fund more than half or waive a local match. She also said she did not believe a bill to make the 50 percent match requirement statutory passed last session. Lee then began a spreadsheet-based overview of the 2023 capital budget laws, explaining how capital investment spreadsheets are organized and how different fund types appear in the documents. He highlighted examples such as University of Minnesota projects funded with GO bonds and Minnesota State projects using user financing, where the system contributes a share of project costs from non-state sources such as tuition or system revenues. The committee did not take any votes or formal actions during this informational meeting.

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• Brooks Clark, a 14-year-old who is very interested in House Bill 15.
• 18.879> Brooks here from Frankfurt Kentucky Mr Brooks here from Frankfurt Kentucky Mr Brooks Clark
• 00:02:22.760> old<00:02:23.040> who<00:02:23.239> is<00:02:23.440> very Clark
• young a 14year old who is very Clark young a 14year old who is very interested<00:02:24.959> in

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Summary: The committee met, confirmed a quorum, and approved the minutes from the February 26 meeting. Senator Smith introduced a guest, Hunter Barrett, and Representative Steven Rudy introduced Brooks Clark, a 14-year-old from Frankfort who was interested in House Bill 15. The committee then took up House Bill 15 out of order by seniority. A committee substitute was moved, seconded, and adopted by voice vote. Representative Rudy began presenting the bill, describing it as a simple measure that would lower something, but the transcript cuts off before the full explanation of the bill or any further testimony. No recorded opposition, roll-call vote, or final action on the bill appears in the portion provided beyond adoption of the committee substitute.

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• And then we had 11 county agriculture development county councils.
• And then we had 11 county agriculture development county councils.
• And then we had 11 county agriculture development county councils.
• > counties.
• It's an ongoing business in Gallatin County, county seat Warsaw.

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00 Attendance Roll Call 00:08 Approval of Minutes 00:43 KOAP Report 00:59 KY Office of Drug Control Policy 23:04, 958, all

Summary: The committee met on September 18, 2025, approved the July 10 minutes, and received Brandon Reid’s monthly report on Kentucky agriculture development and finance activity for July and August. Reid emphasized the long-running structure created under House Bill 611 and Senate Bill 28, the role of county agriculture development councils in all 120 counties, and the importance of the program as a national model for supporting Kentucky agriculture. He also introduced new staff and interns, including a new loan programs manager, Rachel Coward, and project manager Kylie Davis. For July, the development board reported $3.4 million invested in agriculture and the finance corporation reported $3.1 million in loans. Highlights included 11 county council meetings, site visits, program reviews, and 18 project reports. July approvals included county agriculture incentive programs, deceased farm animal removal programs, youth incentive programs, county/state projects, infrastructure loans, an agriculture processing loan, and beginning farmer loans. Staff also noted that all 120 counties had submitted their required five-year comprehensive plans on schedule. Bill McCloskey then highlighted several funded projects, including Dino’s Farm LLC in Jefferson County, which received support to purchase a meat processing facility and equipment, with the goal of creating market opportunities for goat, sheep, and cattle producers and establishing Kentucky’s first halal meat processing facility. Other projects included a veterinarian facility project to address large animal vet shortages and Grow Appalachia at Berea College, which provides technical assistance and market support for small-scale and eastern Kentucky producers. Members discussed the need for programs such as high tunnels and other small-scale opportunities in rural areas, and staff noted related resources such as CAPE and NRCS funding. For August, the board reported $500,000 in development board investments and just over $3 million in finance corporation loans, along with fewer staff activities than July but continued county council, site visit, and project review work. August approvals included county agriculture incentive programs, deceased animal removal programs, youth incentive programs, county/state projects, agriculture infrastructure loans, beginning farmer loans, and a horticulture incentives loan. Additional project updates included another veterinary equipment purchase, emergency safety equipment in Graves County, and a food safety and efficiency incentive for Jared Cornet.

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• Senator<00:39:55.839> from<00:39:56.400> Clark<00:39:57.599> is<00:39:57.839>
• Uh, Senate Bill 124 was the idea of Scott County School Superintendent Billy Parker.
• In Scott County, that cost is anywhere between $115 and $160 per day, which is an obvious cost to the
• Uh, Scott County Schools is again what I'm basing my numbers on, but it can save the school district
• Uh<00:54:38.720> Scott<00:54:39.040> County<00:54:39.280> Schools<00:54:39.520><

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Summary: The Senate convened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then established a quorum, excused absent members, and approved the journal from Friday, February 20, 2026. The chamber also announced caucus meetings during recess and received notice that the House had passed House Bills 111, 527, and 555. New Senate bills were introduced, including SB 220 on small farm wineries, SB 221 on abuse of a corpse, and SB 222 on environmental covenants and an emergency declaration. The main floor debate centered on Senate Bill 52, which concerns fair permitting and licensing practices. The sponsor described the bill as a response to delays and subjectivity in agency permitting, saying it would require clear standards, set deadlines, and provide meaningful appeals without eliminating existing requirements. Opponents argued that a fixed deadline could be too short for complex environmental and public-safety reviews and could pressure agencies with limited staffing; one senator also warned it could benefit large businesses at the expense of workers and communities. Supporters countered that the bill would improve accountability and help businesses, child care providers, and other applicants get timely decisions. After floor amendments were withdrawn, SB 52 passed as amended by a vote of 30 yeas to 5 nays. Before that vote, the Senate also returned SB 50 from the Appropriations and Revenue Committee to the Rules Committee under suspension of the rules. After SB 52, the chamber took up Senate Bill 124, relating to sick leave for school district personnel, and heard the sponsor’s explanation that it was intended to address classroom absences in a cost-effective way that would benefit students and taxpayers. The transcript cuts off during the discussion of SB 124, before any final vote on that bill is shown.

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• Bobby served as mayor of Louisville for many years, then became a county County Commissioner for 25 years
• Establish the county as a regional hub for energy production members today on the diet We have County
• Judge Jim Teel, Commissioner Murray Swaim, County Sheriff Sheriff Emmett Shelton, and County Treasurer
• Rep Gomez, my district is a Denton County. About a quarter of the county or so geographically.
• It absolutely will not affect Denton County, only it is strictly bracketed to Cameron County right now

Bills: HB14, HJR31, HB43, HB18, HB 106, HB36, HB26, HB149, HB 121, HB206, HB136, HB3114, HB2733, HB1732, HB3700, HB467, HB 1130, HB1846, HB1442, HB 1147, HB2176, HB2701, HB805, HB2890, HB 1154, HB1644, HB2118, HB1718, HB2488, HB2596, HB1971, HB2468, HB484, HB2578, HB3204, HB 1041, HB307, HB685, HB1710, HB538, HB2525, HB3125, HB2027, HB2894, HB3077, HB3684, HJR99, HB1399, HJR5, HB1330, HB2110, HJR2, HJR6, HB1587, HB14, HJR31, HB43, HB18, HB 106, HB36, HB26, HB149, HB 121, HB206, HB136, HB3114, HB2733, HB1732, HB3700, HB467, HB 1130, HB1846, HB1442, HB 1147, HB2176, HB2701, HB805, HB2890, HB 1154, HB1644, HB2118, HB1718, HB2488, HB2596, HB1971, HB2468, HB484, HB2578, HB3204, HB 1041, HB307, HB685, HB1710, HB538, HB2525, HB3125, HB2027, HB2894, HB3077, HB3684

Keywords: nuclear energy, advanced reactors, energy security, grant programs, Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, farm products, tax exemption, ad valorem taxation, agriculture, Texas Constitution, livestock, producer, finance, young farmers, financial assistance, pest control, rural health, hospital funding, healthcare access, mental health services

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• ,<00:09:35.840> or<00:09:36.000> municipal local township, county, or municipal local
• township, county, or municipal jurisdiction.<00:09:37.880> These<00:09:38.120> facilities<
• Senator Clark. Thank you, Chair Latz. Uh thank you for the bill.
• <00:26:51.720> Senator<00:26:51.960> Clark. So, that's my take on it.
• Senator Clark. So, that's my take on it. Senator Clark.

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• Uh Jefferson County members, if you Uh Jefferson County members, if you Uh Jefferson County members,
• County. County.
• This will save each county a lot of money and is save each county a lot of money and is save each county
• County, the greatest city in the in the state and county in city in the in the state and county in city
• Henry County, you superintendents in Henry County, you superintendents in Henry County, you have certain

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• <00:08:05.479> we we have offices in all 87 counties we we have offices in all 87 counties
• almost 23% of our budget from our County almost 23% of our budget from our County Partners<00:10
• all 87 counties and our counties<00:10:12.320> are<00:10:12.519> the<00:10:12.640> ones
• <00:10:20.200> offices are located in those County offices are located in those County offices
• Senator Clark: Thank you, Chair Fate.

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• Donald Clark, you can speak whenever you're ready. Thank you.
• I'm Donald Clark. I am a family doctor. I worked my career with the Indian Health Service.
• If you're the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Authority, you have more staff and more resources and
• Our larger municipalities or counties have the ability to ascertain and seek additional funding sources
• Counties have the ability to ascertain and seek additional funding sources.

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• Again, my name is William Clark. Members of the committee and chairs.
• Clark, and thank you for sending your slides so that we could read along.
• Clark. Are you still with us? I am, yes. Sure, thank you.
• Miss Clark, just a quick question: in one of your slides you spoke... Chair, thank you, Mr. Clark.
• Clark still with us? Mr. Clark, are you with us now?

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Summary: The hearing opened with committee chairs explaining the Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions’ role under Article 48 and outlining the process for initiative petition 25-14, H5-004, an act to improve access to public records. The first panel consisted of subject-matter experts. William Clark of the National Conference of State Legislatures gave an overview of public records laws across states, noting that all states have some form of open-records law but that exemptions for legislatures vary widely. He discussed common legislative exemptions, legislative privilege, and court cases showing that outcomes often turn on specific constitutional and statutory language. Rebecca Murray, General Counsel for the Secretary of the Commonwealth, described Massachusetts public records trends, saying state agency requests and appeals have risen sharply since the 2017 law update, with 2025 setting a record for appeals. She said the initiative would extend the public records law to the General Court and the Governor’s Office and add exemptions specific to those offices, while also noting resource concerns from the growing volume of requests and appeals.