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TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 17th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Relating to the exception of the otherwise prohibited abortion based on the physician's reasonable medical
  • by Ian Reilly, into the collection of the State, Municipal, and County Hotel Occupancy Taxes by Accommodation
Keywords: 1184, house, all
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Elections May 14th, 2026

Elections

Transcript Highlights:
  • It could have been, for many reasons that they were tagged on this list.
  • Within reason. Thank you so much. Members, Ms. Isaac?
  • And to claim for various reasons. Must verify citizenship.
  • For the reasons that you mentioned, for the reasons that I think some of the folks in Dallas County can
  • voter access, or if other accommodations could be made, such as reasonable voter access, or if other
Keywords: 1184, house, all
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • We believe that this is a reasonable and tested compromise that provides reasonable guardrails for all
  • prior to the process one of the reasons prior to the process one of the reasons why<00:28:36.720
  • and tested compromise that reasonable and tested compromise that provides<00:29:08.960> reasonable
  • Thank you. prevention and uh for those reasons I um prevention and uh for those reasons I um oppose<00
  • I'm director of state policy and advocacy at Reason for Hope.
Keywords: 910, house, all
Summary: The Committee on Health heard testimony on several bills. On SB 1441, which would repeal the transfer of the Oahu Regional Health Care System from HHSC to the Department of Health, the Department of Health said it strongly supports the measure and requested clarifying amendments. HHSC/Oahu Region also supported the bill and said it had no objection to the department’s amendments. In response to questions, witnesses said the agencies have been working on an MOU to support transfers of long-term care patients to Leahi, with the current goal being about 10 to 15 patients, but transfers would occur only as space and staffing allow; one patient was reportedly being admitted at the time, and the process was described as slow and case-by-case. The committee then heard SB 1443 on payment rates for state hospital patients and related Department of Health services. The hospital administrator said the bill would allow rates above Medicaid for community or foster-home placements if patients cannot be placed at Leahi or elsewhere, and would set Medicaid-level reimbursement for outside medical services used by state hospital patients. He said at least one provider was interested in offering services at that rate and that the population involved is largely non-ambulatory long-term care patients. Members asked about availability and training, and the witness said special training could be provided. SB 1322, a broad mental health bill, drew mixed testimony. The Department of Law Enforcement supported giving crisis-intervention-trained officers more discretion to transport people to medical care instead of arresting them. The Attorney General supported the bill but recommended revisions to emergency-transport language and restoring liability protections. HHSC and Queens Hospital supported the overall goal but sought amendments to preserve the mental health emergency worker role in decision-making and to avoid negative impacts on emergency departments. The Disability Rights Center and ACLU opposed parts of the bill, arguing that it weakens due process, reduces protections in involuntary treatment and transport, and should retain a three-person treatment panel rather than reduce it to one. A Queens representative said the current program works well and reported that more than 90% of MH1 cases once went to hospitals, but that figure has dropped to about 60-70%, with about 20% now diverted to community settings or the behavioral health crisis center. No votes or final committee actions were taken in the portion provided.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/25/26

Commerce Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • uh for some reason, that's not reflected uh in<00:58:25.640> how<00:58:25.920> we<00:58
  • Chair Davids responded that this is one very good reason why, on line 2.5, the matter needs to go to
  • Um well, that's that's one very good<01:17:27.120> reason<01:17:27.400> why<01:17:27.520
  • why on line 2.5, this does good reason why on line 2.5, this does need<01:17:29.960> to<01:17
  • The goal posts moved several times this weekend, and we were very accommodating, working all the way
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

Senate Education (02/17/2026)

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • I do understand um the reason.
  • The that's a reasonable interpretation.
  • accommodate it. accommodate it. >> Other<00:39:17.920> questions?
  • The only reason I'd say combine them.
  • So I oppose the bill for three reasons.
Keywords: 1191, senate, all
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • The reason... The reason why I ask the question, and then I'll refer to you, Mr.
  • And there's no reason why you have to, in my opinion, pick between one or the other.
  • We've had challenges meeting the schedule as far as acquisition for several reasons.
  • But I think the reason it’s at BSCC—is that your question? Thank you.
  • But I think the reason it’s at BSCC, is that your question? Yes.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Fiscal Policy Feb 5th, 2026

Fiscal Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • And the reason that we had to borrow all that money is because the members of the business community
  • And the reason that we had to borrow all that money is because the members of the business community
  • There hadn't been enough systems in place to accommodate all of those people filing online.
  • So for that reason, and that's the biggest reason, So for that reason, and that's the biggest reason,
  • There may be a good reason.
Summary: The Committee on Fiscal Policy met and first postponed SB 524 and SB 1156. It then heard and favorably reported several bills, including SB 488 and SB 490 by Sen. Massullo, which update Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles procedures, raise the crash-reporting threshold, expand email use, and create a related public-records exemption. The committee also favorably reported SB 892 by Sen. Martin on enhanced sentencing for repeat offenders, SB 124 by Sen. Rodriguez updating Florida Virtual School statutes, and SB 584 by Sen. Yarbrough strengthening oversight of commercial driving schools and tax collector authority. SB 656 by Sen. Bradley, codifying the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and related grant program, and SB 816 by Sen. Bradley, formally establishing the University of Florida Diabetes Institute, also passed unanimously or near-unanimously. The most extensive debate centered on SB 216 by Sen. McLean, which would tighten unemployment assistance eligibility by adding job-search requirements, more frequent verification, and fraud-reporting measures. Supporters argued the bill would reduce fraud and improve program integrity, while opponents from labor groups and several senators warned it would burden claimants, especially rural residents, seniors, and workers facing layoffs, and could sharply reduce access to benefits. Despite those objections, the committee reported the bill favorably on a divided vote. The committee also considered CS/SB 382 by Sen. Truenow on electric bicycles, requiring riders to yield to pedestrians, sound an audible signal before passing, and limit speed near pedestrians, while creating a task force to study broader regulation of e-bikes and related devices. A mother whose son was killed on an electric scooter urged the committee to restore scooters to the bill, and several members expressed support for further work on that issue. The committee reported the bill favorably. At the end of the meeting, members recorded additional affirmative votes on selected tabs, and the committee adjourned.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Financial Services Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:30 am

Joint Committee on Financial Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • Significant milestones in anti-discrimination, health care access, and public accommodations have been
  • That was a gift to her and to me, and one of the reasons I feel so strongly about ensuring cold capping
  • The only reason for this unnecessary suffering is a lack of insurance coverage.
  • I'm testifying in support of HB 1172, and perhaps the main reason I'm testifying is that this is simple
  • undergone medicalization in an attempt to best reflect their gender identity and later, for whatever reason
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The committee heard testimony on a wide range of health insurance and public health bills, with most speakers focused on expanding coverage for specific treatments and services. Bills discussed included H. 1187/S. 792 on rehabilitation counselors, H. 1173/S. 692 on patient navigation, S. 2600 on scalp cooling for chemotherapy patients, S. 2599 on medically necessary treatment for port wine birthmarks, H. 1164 on licensed educational psychologists for child and adolescent mental health services, S. 754/H. 1254 on autism diagnosis and treatment by nurse practitioners and psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialists, S. 714/H. 1137 on infectious disease response and coverage, and S. 791 on making nature a prescriptive therapeutic intervention. Speakers generally argued these bills would improve access, reduce out-of-pocket costs, and address gaps in current insurance reimbursement rules. Testimony in support emphasized personal stories and clinical evidence. Cancer patients and providers described the benefits of patient navigation and scalp cooling for dignity and quality of life during treatment. Boston Children’s Hospital staff and families said port wine birthmark treatment is medically necessary, can prevent complications, and should not be denied as cosmetic. Rehabilitation counselors and school psychologists argued their services are effective, cost-saving, and underused because they cannot bill insurance. Autism advocates said current insurance statutes are outdated because nurse practitioners and psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialists already provide evaluations and should be recognized for reimbursement to avoid delays in early intervention. Public health and GLAD Law testimony supported stronger infectious disease coverage to remove barriers to testing, treatment, and PrEP access. The hearing also included extensive testimony on H. 1172, a bill requiring insurance coverage for detransition-related care. Supporters said it would ensure coverage for medically necessary care for people who regret or reverse gender transition, while opponents argued it would legitimize anti-trans narratives or, conversely, that detransition care is needed because transition procedures can cause harm. The committee also heard strong support for S. 791 from advocates who described nature access as a health intervention that could help with trauma, anxiety, substance use recovery, and environmental justice, with claims that insurance coverage and reduced park fees would improve access. No votes were taken during the transcript, and the chair repeatedly thanked speakers and moved through the long list of public testimony.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AEN-HHS, HHS Public Hearings 03-23-2026

Agriculture and Environment

Transcript Highlights:
  • And the reason why we've taken out the language of the notice is because, you know, if, as we've seen
  • And the<00:20:08.800> reason<00:20:09.080> why<00:20:09.200> we've<00:20:09.400>
  • taken<00:20:09.720> out<00:20:09.960> the the reason why we've taken out the the
  • reason why we've taken out the language<00:20:10.920> of<00:20:11.000> the<00:20:11.080
  • And the only reason I'm bringing it up is, do we have to have another law for something that we should
Summary: The committee heard testimony on several cesspool-related measures. HB 1730 HD2 would create a cesspool conversion implementation working group to help the Department of Health review rules and practices and develop changes to make conversions more affordable. DOH and DLNR stood on written testimony, while environmental and wastewater advocates strongly supported the bill, emphasizing the need for dedicated staffing, technical expertise, and smaller, more focused advisory groups. Members discussed the high cost of upgrades and the need for new technologies that reduce excavation and leach field costs. The bill was passed with amendments, including clarifying the DOH director’s discretion over the size of the working group, and the committee noted DOH’s appropriation request for consideration. HB 1985 HD1 would extend certain cesspool conversion deadlines and authorize funding for consultants, while also advancing outreach and education. Testimony split sharply: advocates supported the education component but opposed deadline extensions as premature, arguing the state still has many years before the 2050 mandate and should not weaken the conversion timeline. The committee agreed to amend the bill to delete the deadline-extension portion, keep technical changes, and note DOH’s position request. HB 1749 HD2 would require sellers to disclose cesspools to buyers before a real estate purchase contract is executed and direct DOH and the Real Estate Commission to create a standardized form. Realtors supported the intent but asked to avoid duplicative statutory form requirements, and advocates stressed that disclosure should be prominent and not buried in paperwork. The committee adopted amendments removing the standardized-form mandate and passed the bill. HB 1921 HD2 would allow certain existing cesspools in priority level three areas to continue serving dwellings with additional bedrooms under conditions. DOH brought the measure, and supporters from the real estate and environmental sectors discussed innovative wastewater technologies, retrofits, and composting toilets as ways to reduce costs while improving treatment. The committee amended the bill to require DOH director-approved wastewater technology using solid waste separation for bedroom-count increases and to clarify priority-level determinations using block-level data from the Hawaii cesspool prioritization tool, then passed it. The committee also heard HB 2310, an emergency appropriation for the Department of Human Services to restore funding used to keep SNAP benefits flowing during the federal shutdown; DHS, public health, children’s advocates, and others supported it, and members questioned why it was not handled through the budget. The discussion clarified that the bill sought new money to move quickly for ACA-related premium support. No final vote on HB 2310 was shown in the excerpt.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • /c><00:15:15.440> to<00:15:15.680> that was reasons that contributed to that was reasons
  • They can't the reason we are involved.
  • > the<01:07:59.280> disputed The reason supposedly for the disputed The reason supposedly
  • :54.159> to<01:08:54.400> KCNA accommodations and concessions to KCNA accommodations and
  • would invite them lay forth the reasons. would invite them lay forth the reasons.
Summary: The Information Technology Oversight Committee met to hear a presentation from Kentucky Department of Education officials David Couch and Mike Lingham on the history and current status of Kentucky’s K-12 internet network, including its relationship to KentuckyWired. They described the original KETS design from 1995, when KDE established district internet hubs and left local districts to connect to them, and said that model helped Kentucky become a national leader in school connectivity and cloud-based services. They also emphasized the importance of E-rate eligibility, saying it has saved the state substantial money and remains central to KDE’s network contracting. Couch and Lingham said the current “next generation Kentucky K-12 internet” contract with Education Networks of America is more reliable, offers more functionality, and costs less than the prior system, including lower bandwidth and firewall costs. They explained that the transition was complicated by build-out and provisioning issues, especially the need for more “type two” connections through local providers, which pushed some implementation past the June 30, 2024 E-rate deadline. As a result, 39 sites remain on type two connections, and KDE absorbed the loss of federal discount dollars for the portion of the transition that extended into July. The witnesses also discussed home internet access for students. They said KDE has tracked home access for about 20 years and estimates about 4.5% of students still lack adequate internet at home, with roughly 3% able to reach access nearby and 1.5% having no access. They said the biggest barrier is usually cost rather than lack of available lines, and noted that temporary hotspot support during COVID helped students continue schoolwork. Senator Williams asked about the costs of the transition, the current type two sites, and the potential cost of any future transition, but the transcript cuts off before a full answer was given.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Election Law (02/17/2026)

Election Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • Further discussion on the motion of ought to pass. >> Um, I'm happy to give the reasoning.
  • Um for years in to give the reasoning.
  • this back for that very reason. this back for that very reason.
  • study it for the same reasons he gave on House Bill 1330.
  • Um, but in HMA, there's no reason that.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on State and Local Government - 03/17/26

State and Local Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • If you require reasonable accommodation, please speak with our staff sergeant.
  • For safety reasons, are not allowed.
  • If you require reasonable at your seat.
  • If you require reasonable acu<00:01:23.040> accommodation,<00:01:23.920> please<00:01:24.159
  • The reason<00:05:30.320> for<00:05:30.560> that<00:05:31.280> is reason for that
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

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

Joint Committee on Public Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • I understand that change in this building can take a long time, and for good reason.
  • I understand that change in this building can take a long time, and for good reason.
  • For those reasons, I respectfully urge you not to move this bill forward.
  • For those reasons, I respectfully urge you not to move this bill forward.
  • The pilot program proposed is a reasonable, evidence-informed first step.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The Joint Committee on Public Health heard testimony on four bills: H. 5013 and S. 2928, which would establish a three-year celiac disease screening pilot program for children during routine cholesterol/lipid screening at ages 8 to 12; H. 5087, regulating medical spas; and H. 5115, establishing statewide food truck regulations, though the transcript focused almost entirely on the celiac and medical spa bills. For the celiac proposal, Rep. Badger and Sen. Lovely described long diagnostic delays, the lack of a cure, and the potential for a simple blood test to identify children earlier and reduce long-term harm. Multiple patients, clinicians, and researchers supported the pilot, saying celiac is frequently missed because symptoms vary widely or are absent, and that early detection could prevent malnutrition, growth problems, osteoporosis, and other complications. Testifiers also emphasized that the bill would study feasibility, accuracy, cost, and acceptability, and would include family education and support resources if diagnoses are made through the program. Several experts and advocates backed the celiac screening pilot, including a pediatric gastroenterologist from Italy who described successful national screening efforts there, a Celiac Disease Foundation representative, pediatric gastroenterologists from Massachusetts and Colorado, a pediatric dietitian, and a parent whose child was diagnosed after severe malnutrition. They argued that routine screening alongside existing pediatric bloodwork could identify many undiagnosed children and improve health equity, since celiac disease is often overlooked in people of color and lower-income patients. Committee members asked about how the screening would work, and witnesses explained it could begin with a blood test, followed by confirmatory endoscopy if needed. No vote was taken in the hearing. On H. 5087, witnesses from the medical aesthetics industry largely opposed the bill as written, saying it was outdated, redundant with existing Massachusetts licensing and board oversight, and too restrictive for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other licensed providers. Testifiers, including a retired lobbyist, a nurse practitioner, a PA, a plastic surgeon, and a clinic owner, said the bill could reduce access, raise costs, and push care into less regulated settings, while not addressing the real issues of training, compliance, and patient safety. Committee members pressed for more specific feedback on what provisions were unnecessary or duplicative, and witnesses said they had submitted position papers and written testimony identifying conflicts with current law. The hearing ended with the chair noting that all oral and written testimony would be reviewed before any decisions are made.
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

Judiciary Jan 14th, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • The lodestar fee is determined by multiplying the reasonable number of hours by a reasonable fee.
  • The court rules at that time established presumptive reasonable time standards for the completion of
  • I'm not knowledgeable about the tactics or the reasons why these cases might have been filed.
  • The Florida Drug Court Case Management System accommodates all problem-solving courts.
  • Market analysis shows that this is not a reasonable rate in a number of jurisdictions.
Keywords: 999, senate, all
NH

New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

House Finance Division I (01/16/2025)

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's going to be a pretty tight, hard deadline for us to get to, and the reason that is a little bit
  • There's a variety of reasons.
  • <00:25:56.240> I<00:25:56.600> don't there's a variety of reasons I don't there's a
  • variety of reasons I don't don't<00:25:57.799> know<00:25:57.960> the<00:25:58.320>
  • Yeah, all that stuff, because we're not allowed to have the reason we have so much paper is we're not
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The meeting was an introductory Division One budget briefing led by Legislative Budget Assistant staff Melissa Rollins and Jack Mullen. They explained staff roles and agency assignments within Division One, noting that Jack is taking over the General Government category while Melissa handles Categories 2 and 3, and that members can contact either staffer with questions. They also reviewed the upcoming budget calendar, including the governor’s budget presentation expected in mid-February, agency hearings beginning around February 17–20, a Division One deadline around March 26, and House Finance reporting deadlines in early April. A major portion of the discussion focused on how to read fiscal notes and the difference between expenditures and appropriations. Staff used sample language to explain that a bill may show an expenditure estimate without actually authorizing funding or new positions, and that a zero appropriation means the agency is not authorized to spend the estimated amount unless the bill is amended. Members asked questions about why a bill could show costs but still not authorize spending or hiring, and staff clarified that new positions require specific legislative authorization and classification detail. They also noted that many bills will have expenditure lines without appropriations, and that amendments may be needed if the committee wants to fund or authorize the program. The rest of the meeting walked members through the HB 1 and HB 2 tracking documents used by the division. Staff explained that HB 1 tracking sheets record additional agency requests not included in the governor’s budget, including requests that may be zero-net transfers, corrections, or new spending items, and that grayed-out items indicate actions already taken. They said HB 2 will be handled through a similar tracking process, with amendments routed through LBA staff and the Office of Legislative Services. Members were told that the division will review agency budgets, class lines, and proposed changes over roughly six weeks, with the goal of preparing a detailed change report for full House Finance.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Workforce Development Committee Meeting - 2026-04-09

Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • It's a very good it's a good reason.
  • ineligible for a variety of reasons ineligible for a variety of reasons which<01:02:36.160> you
  • We're trying to too accommodating.
  • <01:27:35.440> and payment was made for a bad reason and payment was made for a bad reason
  • we are um uh and and part of the reason we are um uh and and part of the reason that<01:31:27.120
Bills: HF3217, HF2252
Summary: The committee first approved the prior day’s minutes as amended, correcting the meeting number from the 46th to the 45th meeting. It then took up House File 3217, which would restore funding for the Minnesota Bioincentive Program. Representative Kisha argued the state should honor commitments made to companies that met program requirements and had not received full reimbursement. Testifiers from the Great Plains Institute and Minnesota Biofuels Association said the program has supported bioeconomy investment, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and generated strong economic returns, but has been underfunded, leaving unpaid claims. Members raised questions about whether the bill was retrospective and whether it should be reviewed by another committee; the bill was laid over for further consideration without a vote. The committee then heard House File 2252, a proposal to modernize Minnesota’s private activity bond volume cap by shifting unused allocation from the small issuer/manufacturing bucket to the public facilities bucket while leaving the overall cap unchanged. The bill’s public finance testifier said the current allocation formula is outdated, housing would remain the top priority, and the change would be budget neutral. Testifiers from the Minnesota Milk Producers Association and Minnesota Biofuels Association supported the bill, saying it would better align financing with rural infrastructure, clean water, manure management, renewable natural gas, dairy processing, and low-carbon fuel projects, and could lower borrowing costs for those sectors. Members questioned whether the bill fit the committee’s jurisdiction and noted it might be more appropriate for another committee; the bill was also laid over for further consideration.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Intergovernmental Affairs May 6th, 2025

Intergovernmental Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Other accommodations have been made ahead of time. Members, any questions?
  • I suppose now, I guess I can use deductive reasoning that the rating of the school is associated with
  • We have a reasonable expectation of these rules, and the rules are going to be followed.
  • expecting everybody else to follow them, or we're going to do something about taking the property reasonably
  • They have a reasonable term.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Apr 1st, 2025

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Now this one, I think, stuck out for me for a number of reasons, we have a challenge in our state, even
  • that much harder to achieve the California dream of home ownership and that much harder to find a reasonable
  • and the reduction in available housing, Los Angeles needs assistance to assure it can adequately accommodate
  • For some unapparent reason, in post-loss insurance payout situations, the lender keeps the interest on
  • And I think it's a very reasonable approach if I just wanted to find out information about a government
Keywords: 988, house, all
FL
Transcript Highlights:
  • And the reason for that is to give ample opportunity that if this is an abused process, if someone's
  • Meet the outline eligibility criteria for those that don't the most common reasons that we see them eligible
  • We conduct outreach to the applicant and we explain the reasons for the ineligibility and offer technical
  • in 18, 19 increasing funding to 4.8 million dollars in 18, 19 ensuring sufficient resources to accommodate
  • conversations with the departments, he said programs have the ability to turn down kids for whatever reason
Keywords: 999, senate, all
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

House Agriculture, State and Public Lands & Water Resources, February 10, 2026

Agriculture, State and Public Lands & Water Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think it's pretty straightforward as to what it does, but it is a rational, reasonable, and much-needed
  • ,<00:07:30.319> and but it is a rational, reasonable, and but it is a rational, reasonable
  • There's been some very good testimony this morning and many reasons brought to support this bill.
  • <00:34:43.919> support For that reason, I strongly support For that reason, I strongly support
  • the party representatives as accommodate the party representatives as best<00:52:51.599> they