Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:28:52.960><c> So,</c> happening with business owners. So, happening with business owners.
• </c><00:51:02.319><c> a</c> this, turn to AI and actually build a this, turn to AI and actually build
• </c><00:51:53.839><c> in</c> hopefully get them back to building in hopefully get them back to building
• </c> building blocks for the years to come. building blocks for the years to come.
• </c> a strong education system to to build a strong education system to to build that<01:04:04.960><c

Committee: Joint Economic Development & Workforce Investment

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Call to Order and Roll Call: 00:00:28 Strengthening Kentucky's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: 00:02:45 Entrepreneur Led Economic Development: Kentucky’s Path Forward: 00:31:45, 958, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Thank you. that for years has a contract with property owners.
• But many of the units in this condominium building are short-term rental units.
• That's how you build tolerance.
• That's how you build tolerance.
• Stacey Heaton, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, waves in support.

Committee: Senate Rules

Keywords: 999, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• It's the owner of the shop or their designee.
• </c> shop owner would have to do? shop owner would have to do?
• "It's the owner of the shop or their designee.
• The building already has 16 400-square-foot units.
• The building already has 16 400-square-foot units.

Committee: Senate Commerce

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• No, I was building off a great company that came to us as part of this whole hydrolysis system.
• So I know Justin showed a timeline earlier, and I'll build off of that.
• this farm and build this business.
• While we anticipate small regular fee increases as small business owners, the new fee...
• The owner of the company we've been doing business with for over 12 years The owner of the company, who

Summary: The committee heard public testimony on Senate Bill 5816, which would add juice grapes to Washington’s Agricultural Marketing and Fair Practices Act. Staff explained that the bill would allow juice grape producers to form an accredited association to negotiate with processors under the same timelines used for pears, and the prime sponsor said the measure was intended to help growers obtain fairer prices. A grape grower testified that Washington producers face a small number of buyers, little real negotiation, and prices far below New York’s, arguing the bill would give growers a way to bargain collectively. The public hearing closed with 47 people noted in support and one in opposition. The committee then heard Senate Bill 5971, which would create a green fertilizer incentive program for low-carbon nitrogen fertilizer production and use in Washington. Staff described the bill as directing WSDA to establish the program, adopt rules by 2028, and report to the Legislature, with costs shown in the fiscal note. The prime sponsor and several supporters, including Atlas Agro, a port representative, labor, NRDC, WSDA, the League of Women Voters, and the Washington State Potato Commission, said the bill could reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support local manufacturing and jobs, stabilize fertilizer supply and prices for farmers, and help Washington compete for federal clean hydrogen tax credits. WSDA said the program was implementable with consultation and that the Climate Commitment Act could be a funding source, though it noted rulemaking costs. The committee then held a work session on commercial shellfish fee assessments after the Department of Health adopted major fee increases for shellfish licensing and certification. Shellfish growers and association representatives said the increases—described as ranging from roughly 233% to 789% overall, with some individual licenses rising much more—would hit small and family farms hardest, could force closures, and were based on a fee structure they said is outdated and not tied well to production. DOH explained that the program has long relied on general fund support, that federal shellfish safety requirements must be maintained, and that the new fees are intended to move the program toward full cost recovery after years without increases. The department said it had used a phased approach, reopened rulemaking to look for a fairer structure, and would continue working with industry and the Legislature; no vote was taken during the work session.

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• So, first of all, the small business owner that Mr.
• Building and Construction Trades<00:26:27.919><c> Council.
• Nearly every day since building trades.
• , or performing maintenance in the building or the amusement park.
• Um, I'm Jason Wabama, the owner of Advanced Machine Gardening Solutions in Hibbing, Minnesota.

Bills: HF2048 , HF2360 , HF2006 , HF950 , HF912 , HF3140 , HF2931

Committee: House Taxes

Keywords: individual income tax, retirement contributions, tax corrections, annuity contracts, tax year attribution, tax credit, economic development, community investment, data disclosure, Minnesota regulations, tax increment financing, municipal authority, job creation, transferred increment, public hearing, nonresident employees, income tax exemption, Minnesota taxation, employment duties, tax withholding

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• that a shelter cannot release a dog or cat for adoption unless the animal is... sterilized or the new owner
• But if the new owner picks the second option and then does not live up to the agreement, very often,
• House Bill 4819 would provide some incentive to the adoptive owner by requiring a $50 deposit.
• When the new owner returns to the shelter with a letter from the veterinarian attesting to the fact that
• Our center provides not only material items, but we build relationships with our clients.

Bills: SB670 , SB1388 , SB627 , SB912 , SB269 , SB528 , HB2711 , HB4819 , HB5248 , HB4175

Committee: House Public Health

Keywords: SB 670, investigational sun protection products, sun protection, sunscreen, FDA approval, clinical trial, phase one trial, patient access, informed consent, physician prescription, Texas Health and Safety Code, Texas Medical Board, compassionate use, experimental treatment, medical freedom, patient autonomy, healthcare regulation, dietitian, dietitians, licensed dietitian

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• House Bill 15 builds on Texas' business-friendly climate. and specialized business courts by reforming
• Building out our business operations and infrastructure in Texas.
• If companies in Texas choose to build a place and grow and employ their workforce, then why wouldn't
• So I ask for your support again to ensure this much needed protection for Texas business owners.
• We don't create a default effort or liability for that business owner.

Bills: HB32 , HB15 , HB171 , HB421 , HB581 , HB644 , HB745 , HB349 , HB917 , HB204 , HB923 , HB15 , HB171 , HB204

Committee: House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence

Keywords: eviction, landlord rights, tenant rights, justice court, property law, court procedures, chemical dependency, court-ordered treatment, mental health, health care, treatment facility, juvenile justice, criminal justice reform, deep fake, digital impersonation, age verification, private cause of action, explicit content, consumer protection, HB 581

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• </c> for the owners for the owners of<00:05:07.400><c> a</c><00:05:07.440><c> business,</c><00:05:08.480
• </c> is owners of the feedlot. is owners of the feedlot.
• That was the grower the owner correct.
• The owner-operator situation with rents, ownership of the livestock, ownership of the buildings, ownership
• Thank you, Chair. livestock, ownership of the buildings, livestock, ownership of the buildings, ownership

Bills: HF4740 , HF3940

Committee: House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy

Keywords: financial assurance, feedlot permits, manure storage, environmental compliance, agriculture regulation, abandoned infrastructure, pollution control, environmental impact, animal feedlot, livestock, regulations, Minnesota Rules, 1183, house

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• of lease revenues deprive land owners of lease revenues towns<00:04:45.960><c> of</c><00:04:46.160><
• We're a solar and storage developer and owner-operator based out of Boston.
• operator based out of Boston um we owner operator based out of Boston um we operate<00:06:56.479><c>
• Under DEES rules, you're required to build about three or four acres of concrete stormwater basins.
• </c> commercially viable option for building commercially viable option for building your<00:12:18.399

Committee: Senate Energy and Natural Resources

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• , people with a disability, and pet owners of all locations and income levels who want better access
• I'm afraid it's going to be very harmful to pets and pet owners.
• we also know those loving owners can only tell us what they notice.
• Lynn is actually a dentist, a wonderful pet owner.
• Lynn is actually a dentist, super wonderful pet owner.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills, with the longest discussion focused on House Bill 426 and Senate Bill 263, which would prohibit the sale in Massachusetts of cosmetics known to rely on vertebrate animal testing. Supporters from Animal Defenders International, Humane World for Animals, and the Animal Rescue League said animal testing is cruel, outdated, and unreliable, and pointed to non-animal alternatives and similar laws in other states and countries. No opposition was heard on that bill during the excerpt, and witnesses urged the committee to report it favorably. The committee also took testimony on House Bill 4543, which would clarify an existing pipe-fitting exemption for certain work performed on property owned by industrial plants, utilities, colleges, and similar institutions. A representative for Construction Industries of Massachusetts supported the bill, saying it would preserve longstanding practice for outside contractors doing yard piping work. Pipefitters Local 537 opposed it, arguing the work is properly licensed pipefitting and that the bill would weaken licensing standards and undermine state inspectors. Another major topic was Senate Bill 237 on regulating self-checkouts in grocery establishments. The Mass AFL-CIO and UFCW Local 1445 supported the bill, saying self-checkout has reduced staffing, increased worker stress and customer conflict, and contributed to theft and safety problems. Workers described being responsible for multiple machines at once, verbal abuse, and even assaults, and said the bill’s staffing and machine limits would improve safety and customer service. The committee also heard extensive testimony on House Bill 355, which would allow veterinarians to establish a client-patient relationship via telehealth; ASPCA, MSPCA, and several veterinarians supported it as a way to expand access to care, while the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association and several veterinarians opposed it, arguing that an in-person exam is essential for proper diagnosis and that telemedicine should only follow an in-person VCPR. Finally, the committee heard testimony on House Bill 330, Senate Bill 221, and House Bill 371, which would preempt local boards of health from adopting tobacco-related age or sales restrictions beyond the statewide standard. Public health advocates opposed the bills, arguing they would block local innovation and undermine nicotine-free generation policies adopted by municipalities, while retailers and tobacco trade groups supported them as necessary to preserve a uniform statewide age-21 standard and avoid confusion for consumers and businesses. No votes or final actions were taken during the excerpt.

Transcript Highlights:

• We represent 3,500 business owners, child care business owners, early child...
• We represent 3,500 business owners, child care business owners, early child Ms.
• Bishop: We represent 3,500 business owners, child care business owners, early childhood educators, support
• You’re talking about it as a hall owner? As a hall.
• State Capitol building, including designated parking area, front steps, patios, Capitol annex building

Committee: House Administration of Criminal Justice

Summary: The Criminal Justice Committee met on March 24, 2026, and heard a series of bills, with members generally expressing support for measures aimed at public safety, corrections, and criminal procedure. The committee first amended and reported HB 957, which removes the 72-hour advance notice requirement for sheriffs transferring prisoners, while adding notice to the prosecuting authority as well as the court. Testimony from the Louisiana Sheriffs Association said the change would help with overcrowding and security-related inmate moves, and the bill was reported favorably as amended. The committee then heard HB 106, which prohibits giving children non-prescription melatonin without parental consent. After debate over whether consent should be written, the committee rejected an amendment requiring prior written consent, but adopted a broader amendment making the bill apply to any person rather than only child care centers. Testimony from Gretna Police Chief Brett Lawson described a case involving a nanny and a one-year-old child, and child care representatives said licensed centers already require parental consent forms. HB 106 was reported favorably as amended. The committee also reported HB 111, which adds associate’s degrees to the existing sentence-reduction credits for incarcerated people who complete higher education programs; DOC said the programs are accredited and monitored, and supporters framed the bill as part of workforce reentry. Several other bills were advanced. HB 64 clarifies that judges may recall arrest warrants and requires notice to law enforcement when a warrant is recalled; former Rep. Joe Marino testified in support, describing problems with old or mistaken warrants remaining active. HB 53 adds certain gambling offenses as predicate acts under Louisiana’s racketeering law, with the Attorney General’s office citing illegal gambling operations and prison-based gambling rings. HB 152 updates the state controlled dangerous substances schedules to match federal changes, adding 13 opioids. HB 102 creates second-degree cruelty to elderly persons and persons with infirmities, with amendments adding the offense as a predicate felony and refining the penalty and affirmative-defense language; the bill drew emotional testimony from advocates and family members describing abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults, and it was reported favorably as amended. The committee also reported HB 137, which strengthens penalties for threats against schools and adds a civil cost component for false threats; the Speaker Pro Tem said the bill is meant to deter school threats and reduce disruption and emergency response costs. HB 57 was reported favorably to clarify that courts may consider criminal histories in ex parte temporary restraining order proceedings. HB 337 increases from two to four the number of special charitable bingo events allowed each year for licensed nonprofits. Finally, HB 100 was substantially amended so that driving 100 mph or more is treated as reckless operation rather than a new felony speeding offense, and HB 155 expands the prohibition on unlawful drone use to additional Capitol grounds locations; both were reported favorably as amended. The committee adjourned after reporting all measures favorably, with several bills supported by law enforcement, prosecutors, and advocacy groups and a few receiving limited opposition or informational cards.

Transcript Highlights:

• SB 936 builds on these local efforts by establishing a statewide standard for nitrous regulations.
• Despite that, I was working hard to build a future.
• And so this is building on work that's already being done in other states.
• Senate Bill 948 will require additional... ...owners are informed about what is required of them.
• I'm Adam Wilson on behalf of Gun Owners of California, Gun Owners of America.

Committee: Senate Public Safety

Summary: The committee heard presentations on several bills and one resolution, with testimony largely focused on public safety, criminal justice, and victim/survivor protections. SB 936 by Senator Blakespear would restrict retail sale of larger nitrous oxide canisters to curb youth misuse and impaired driving; supporters included prosecutors, local officials, cities, counties, and environmental groups, while the ACLU opposed the bill unless amended to rely on regulation rather than criminal penalties. Members raised concerns about overbreadth and possible amendments, but the author said the bill would be narrowed and emphasized it would not create jail time, only escalating fines. SB 941 by Senator Padilla would cap commissary markups in private federal immigration detention facilities, mirroring a prior prison commissary law; it drew strong support from immigrant justice advocates and civil rights groups, with no opposition heard, and members expressed support for the measure. SCR 118 by Senator Gonzalez urged release of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein investigation files and greater transparency for survivors. The author and CAST testified in support, emphasizing survivor trauma and accountability; one committee member voiced concern that the resolution could imply facts not yet established and said he would likely abstain, while others supported the resolution as part of broader anti-trafficking efforts. SB 1009 by Senator Becker would require clear and convincing evidence before detaining youth in juvenile hall and would favor less restrictive alternatives; supporters included youth defenders, former system-involved youth, and many advocacy organizations, while probation and district attorneys opposed it, arguing it would limit judicial discretion, strain resources, and could jeopardize public safety. Members were split, with some emphasizing the harms of detention and others warning about home-environment risks and implementation challenges. AB 46 by Assembly Member Nguyen would revise mental health diversion law to give judges clearer authority to deny diversion when public safety is at risk. Support came from prosecutors, probation, and crime survivors who described cases where diverted defendants later committed serious violence; opposition from public defenders and civil rights groups argued that judges already have discretion, diversion is rarely granted, and the bill would reduce access to treatment and worsen outcomes. The author said the bill was a balanced compromise developed with stakeholders. Finally, SB 948 by Senator Aegean would require more comprehensive firearm safety training for firearm safety certificates and require new California residents to register firearms and obtain a certificate within 60 days; supporters from Brady and youth gun-violence prevention groups cited accidental shootings and child deaths, and the author noted possible future amendments on timing for new residents. Throughout the hearing, the chair repeatedly noted the committee lacked a quorum, so no votes were taken during the transcript.

Transcript Highlights:

• SB 936 builds on these local efforts by establishing a statewide standard for nitrous regulations.
• As you had noted, this builds on a prior bill, Senate Bill 474, to ensure that that applies to these
• Despite that, I was working hard to build a future.
• And so this is building on work that's already being done in other states.
• I'm Adam Wilson on behalf of Gun Owners of California, Gun Owners of America.

Committee: Senate Public Safety

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• like the Outdoor Equity Fund, and HB 271 builds on that work by investing in both land and people.
• Public lands are where youth build confidence, connection, and relationships to the land they call home
• Chair, Representative Lujan, so what this bill does is that it helps restore land from private owners
• What we're just saying is that if there's a property owner that would prefer that their land be sold
• So these funds, I'm hoping that we're not trying to build on these funds anymore, because no district

Bills: HB2 , SB193 , SB132 , SB35 , SB145

Committee: House House Appropriations & Finance

Keywords: general appropriation, budget, Medicaid, education funding, public safety, SB193, acequia, community ditch, irrigation works construction fund, water infrastructure, ditch infrastructure, irrigation, New Mexico water law, agricultural water, farmers, Rio Grande, acequia association, forest land protection revolving fund, state fund transfer, irrigation projects

Transcript Highlights:

• For several years, the camp owners along Pass Manchac...
• We're having camp owners. Running over nets, getting in props.
• We want to respect the camp owners.
• , typically, but that the current owner knows.
• the property, build land.

Committee: House Natural Resources & Environment

Keywords: 965, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• As a mom, as a lawyer, and as a legal gun owner, I absolutely cannot support House File 13, and I hope
• As a mom, as a lawyer, and as a legal gun owner, I absolutely cannot support House File 13, and I hope
• </c><00:08:11.479><c> I</c> lawyer and as a legal gun owner I lawyer and as a legal gun owner I absolutely
• a s a firm Bel believer in building a s a firm Bel believer in building<00:10:49.040><c> a</c><00:10
• :49.200><c> safer</c> building a safer building a safer Minnesota<00:10:51.959><c> we</c><00:10:52.079

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• This is any property owner here in the state of Kentucky.
• This is any property owner here in the state of Kentucky.
• </c><00:27:00.640><c> a</c> But I imagine when you're building a But I imagine when you're building a
• </c><00:40:29.960><c> a</c><00:40:30.040><c> business</c> to build a business to build a business and
• </c><01:12:36.000><c> out</c> the Hospital Association is building out the Hospital Association is building

Keywords: Meeting Start: 00:00:00 Attendance Roll Call: 00:00:24 Approval of September 18, 2025 Minutes: 00:02:03 Discussion on the Condemnation of Agricultural Land: 00:03:12 Discussion on the Kentucky Urban Youth Agriculture Initiative: 00:50:00 Adjournment: 01:19:10, 958, all

Summary: The Joint Agriculture Committee met in October with a quorum present and approved the September minutes. The main presentation focused on condemnation of agricultural land and eminent domain, featuring testimony from Stephanie Barnett of a family-run livestock and farming business in Todd County, with support from Kentucky Farm Bureau. Barnett described a state road project that would take about 29 feet of frontage and affect entrances, fencing, a sign, drainage, a water well, and parking, saying the process involved poor communication, correspondence sent to the wrong address, and limited opportunity to negotiate changes such as a turning lane or relocated entrances. She said the business was not opposed to progress, but wanted the property restored and fairly compensated for the full impact on the operation, not just the land value. Committee members broadly agreed that eminent domain is sometimes necessary but should be handled with more transparency, communication, and fairness. Several members said the issue affects both rural and urban property owners and raised concerns about fair market value, compensation for agricultural infrastructure improvements, long-term impacts on farm operations, and the cost and delay of litigation. One member asked about the firm involved and suggested hearing from the people responsible for the correspondence problems; Barnett said she would share names after negotiations conclude. Another member noted that the maps had already been drawn before the landowner was brought in and said local meetings and clearer public input could reduce conflict. Chairman Dossett said he was interested in pursuing legislation for the upcoming session focused on property owner protection, fair treatment, and fair compensation, not just for agricultural land but for all Kentucky property owners. Members discussed possible ideas such as requiring better notice, more public transparency, and accounting for related costs like wells, fencing, drainage, and access changes. No votes or formal actions were taken beyond the approval of minutes and the discussion of potential future legislation.

Transcript Highlights:

• sure we start to answer those questions and bring the industry and stakeholders together to help us build
• We had, as all of you do, obligations elsewhere in this building, so good to be back.
• He's not just related to the bill owner, but he was speaking my San Antonio Military City USA language
• We got to build the water plants and we got to build these plants a lot faster.
• Like I said, to start out, if you build it they will come. The first one's been built.

Committee: House Energy Resources

Transcript Highlights:

• of a rental property that are owners of a rental property that are responsible<00:04:42.639><c> for<
• ,</c><00:04:45.680><c> renters</c> taxes on that building, renters taxes on that building, renters contribute
• </c><00:14:16.240><c> Oh,</c><00:14:16.480><c> well,</c> owners will not just see this?
• Oh, well, owners will not just see this?
• build a life, um, but also, not everybody wants to live in a home.

Keywords: 919, house, all

Summary: The committee heard House File 2499, authored by Representative Lee, which would expand Minnesota’s renters’ credit to more closely match the homestead credit for homeowners. Lee explained that the bill would raise the income cutoff from about $75,389 to $143,140 and increase the maximum credit to $3,500, with the goal of addressing what she described as an inequity between renters and homeowners who both pay property taxes. She cited revenue estimates showing the change could make about 80,000 additional renters eligible, while acknowledging the bill would be costly to enact this year. Nan Madden of the Minnesota Budget Project testified in support, describing how the renters’ credit works, including the assumption that 17% of rent goes toward property taxes. She highlighted 2022 data showing most recipients had low incomes, many were seniors or people with disabilities, and participation was higher in greater Minnesota in some respects. Michael Dah of Homeline also supported the bill, saying renters face rising housing costs and use the credit for basic needs such as groceries, school supplies, medical care, and car repairs. Members discussed whether expanding the credit would simply benefit landlords or encourage rent increases. Representative Anderson opposed the bill on the grounds that policy should incentivize homeownership, while Representative Huitt argued the credit could help renters build savings and move toward homeownership if they choose. Representative Lee responded that the housing market is broken and that the credit is one tool to help renters in a broader housing continuum. The discussion also covered outreach and administration of the credit, including the recent move to file it with income taxes, electronic certificates of rent paid, and funding for tax-preparation assistance and outreach through VITA sites and community organizations. The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in the omnibus tax bill.

Transcript Highlights:

• Obviously gonna build outside the 500 year floodplain.
• Um, the interior of the building was gutted and its classical design facade left standing.
• I'm actually the owner emeritus at Camp Champions.
• The building structures and grounds shall not present a fire, health or safety hazard.
• As a campground owner, I try to plan for every eventuality.

Committee: House Culture, Recreation & Tourism