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MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Policies that prevent violence and create pathways for early intervention are essential to protecting
- to protect a department instead of work for the kids and the safety of kids.
- And for our students, it is our custom in this committee that students and minors are not required to
- And for our students, it is our custom<01:20:07.520>
in <01:20:07.760>this <01:20:08.000 - students custom in this committee that students and<01:20:09.440>
minors <01:20:09.920>are
Keywords:
parental notification, school safety, bullying, harassment, violence, prohibited conduct, student discipline, charter school, school district, data practices, student privacy, parent rights, guardian notification, school incident reporting, cyberbullying, restraint, reasonable force, anti-bullying policy, school administration, student conduct
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Feb 18th, 2026 at 10:25 pm
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Bills:
SB241
Keywords:
child care, child care assistance, child care subsidy, early childhood education, early childhood care, daycare, preschool, pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start, Children's Code, early childhood education and care department, ECECD, child care facilities, licensed child care, registered child care, copayments, waitlist, subsidy, federal poverty level
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Feb 18th, 2026 at 06:51 pm
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Bills:
SB241
Keywords:
child care, child care assistance, child care subsidy, early childhood education, early childhood care, daycare, preschool, pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start, Children's Code, early childhood education and care department, ECECD, child care facilities, licensed child care, registered child care, copayments, waitlist, subsidy, federal poverty level
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Feb 18th, 2026 at 10:53 am
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Bills:
SB241
Keywords:
child care, child care assistance, child care subsidy, early childhood education, early childhood care, daycare, preschool, pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start, Children's Code, early childhood education and care department, ECECD, child care facilities, licensed child care, registered child care, copayments, waitlist, subsidy, federal poverty level
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 27 (2-13-26)
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- is kind of protection of our roads and is kind of protection of our roads and uh<00:13:35.600>
that - There are a lot customers and clients.
- We will Affairs, and Public Protection.
- ; and House Bill 590, relating to Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection.
- , and Public Protection.
Keywords:
Convene 00:00:00
Senate Message 00:05:32
Calendar/2nd Readings 00:06:28
Orders of the Day 00:08:06
HB 459 00:08:16
HB 293 00:10:44
HB 379 00:20:16
HB 526 00:24:16
HB 264 00:39:32
HB 448 00:43:37
Motions, Petitions, and Communications 00:46:17
Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 00:57:26
Recess for ConC/Rules Meeting 00:58:27
ConC/Rules Report 01:01:42
Floor Amendments 01:03:00
Adjournment 01:03:24, 958, all
Summary:
The House convened, prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance were offered, a quorum was established, absent members were excused, and the journal was approved. The chamber also received notice that the Senate had passed several bills and requested concurrence. Members then reviewed a slate of second-reading measures, including bills on child care, gubernatorial transitions, campaign finance, local public agency transactions, unclaimed property, state contracts, mental health treatment, economic development, aviation task force continuation, and a child care study resolution.
The House then took up and passed House Bill 459 on licensed occupations. The sponsor said the bill would require licensure boards to collect workforce data and would recognize certain out-of-state marriage and family therapists who meet Kentucky standards. House Bill 293 on vehicle wheels was also passed after its sponsor explained it was narrowed to require rubber on heavier horse-drawn equipment to reduce road damage while exempting lighter personal transportation; it passed 80-8. House Bill 379 on postsecondary education passed unanimously after a committee substitute added provisions on governing board attendance, collection of enrollment-related debts by the Department of Revenue, formalizing Northern Kentucky University’s role with the Center for Mathematics, and allowing preliminary presidential evaluations in closed session.
House Bill 526 on members of the bar generated the most debate. A floor amendment was adopted to add explanatory language and delay the bill’s effective date until July 1, 2027. Supporters argued the bill would make bar membership voluntary while preserving Supreme Court authority over admission and discipline; opponents warned it would weaken attorney oversight and public protection. A motion to suspend the rules to consider another amendment failed 22-? against the required 51 votes. The bill then passed 70-21. House Bill 264 on theft by deception was also advanced after a floor amendment added vacant lots to the property covered by the bill’s fraud presumption; the sponsor said it targets real estate scams involving property listed without authority.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Public Pension Oversight Board (12-12-25) - Part 2 Reupload
Transcript Highlights:
- and and and in benefits, who are injured and and and in need<00:15:29.040>
of <00:15:29.199>- And and I would ask and you don't have And and I would ask and you don't have to<00:17:38.160>
- question and and then some comments. question and and then some comments.
- <00:24:53.039>
Um, <00:24:53.760>so <00:24:54.240>and who deserve that protection- Um, so and who deserve that protection.
- And and I would ask and you don't have And and I would ask and you don't have to<00:17:38.160>
Keywords:
Reuploaded to restore a few minutes lost at the end of the meeting
Representative Tackett-Lafferty: 00:22
• Line of Duty Disability Benefits
Representative Grossberg: 26:32
• Loss of TRS Credit Due to Religious Holiday Observance
Representative Blanton: 32:01
• Educational Contracts and Membership Dates in KERS
Representative Tipton and Representative Blanton: 40:55
• Apply SB 10 Changes from 2025 to KERS/SPRS
Senator Higdon: 46:08
• PPOB Reporting on Line of Duty Benefits
• TRS Annual Leave Impact on TRS
• PPOB Membership
• Use of Sick Leave for Religious Holidays
Adjournment: 56:03, 958, all
Summary:
The committee heard testimony from Rep. Ashley Tackett Laferty on a bill to extend minimum line-of-duty hazardous duty retirement benefits to certain CERS and KERS non-hazardous members who are injured in the line of duty and cannot return to that work. She used a video and examples from Eastern Kentucky first responders, including a deputy who lost a leg and an emergency management director who lost an eye, to argue that some injured officers and responders fall through the cracks because their employers did not elect hazardous-duty coverage. She said the proposal would provide 25% of pay to the disabled officer, plus 10% for dependent children and minimal health benefits, and noted estimated actuarial costs of about $2.9 million for CERS and $0.542 million for KERS, funded through small employer-rate increases.
Members asked how far back the bill would reach, how many people might qualify, and whether the benefit would apply only to active employees or also to past injuries. Laferty said the bill would include a five-year window for recent situations and could potentially cover a total of 3,333 positions statewide that could be certified as hazardous, though benefits would only apply if the person was injured in the line of duty and disabled from returning to that work. Questions also focused on whether a non-hazardous employee could qualify if injured in a hazardous situation; Laferty said yes, if the position could be certified as hazardous, but only for the bill’s minimum benefits. Rep. Josh Calloway and others noted that local governments choose whether to pay the higher hazardous-duty contribution rates, which they said often drives the coverage decision.
The committee then heard Rep. Daniel Gberg present a separate bill revising school leave rules so teachers and school employees may use accumulated sick leave to observe religious holidays not on the school calendar, with a required personal statement and advance notice. He said the change would address a longstanding inconsistency for teachers who observe non-Christian holidays and currently may have to choose between unpaid leave or improperly using sick days, and he said prior concerns about retirement service credit and maternity leave were reduced by other policy changes. The discussion ended without a vote, with members indicating they had the relevant materials and that the bill would be revisited later.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- the teachers of Minnesota and in the police and fire areas and some other things that we were able to
- Chair and Co-Chair Torkelson and members of the Ways and Means Committee.
- Chair and co-chair Toklson and Mr.
- And the police and fire um chose 1.25%.
- it and you know get the access to it and it and you know get the access to it and then<00:09:21.760
Keywords:
pension, retirement, omnibus pension, MSRS, PERA, TRA, public employees retirement, state employees retirement, correctional employees, police and fire retirement, State Patrol retirement, teachers retirement, firefighter relief association, volunteer firefighter, state aid, postretirement adjustment, COLA, annuity, disability benefit, duty disability
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- And the state is allowed and empowered to regulate drugs and often does do so more strictly than the
- And if we allow local officials and prosecutors to pick and choose what is worthy of enforcement, then
- Game Texas and yourself, and you are against the bill.
- And, and I, and that's, uh, the medical emergency is, is in, uh, subsection 5, and I, I understand that
- A, a man, you know, horrifically rapes and impregnates a woman and, and coerces her and forces her to
Keywords:
biological sex, government information, definitions, sex-based distinctions, public health, flags, display, state law, municipalities, government buildings, drug enforcement, local control, home rule, municipal charter, county policy, ordinance preemption, state preemption, attorney general enforcement, civil penalties, mandamus
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Water, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs Feb 24th, 2025
Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- ensure safe, reliable drinking water and service. for the small system customers without raising the
- rates for those customers to shocking and sustainable levels.
- This will enhance water and sewer utility service to Texas customers by promoting faster utility improvements
- And peace of mind. customers turn on their faucets. Thank you for your time and consideration.
- And I'm testifying on behalf of the Texas water company, which is a class-a utility serving customers
Keywords:
hunting license, fishing license, donation, operation game thief fund, wildlife conservation, livestock, electronic registry, marks and brands, Texas Animal Health Commission, animal identification, SB 565, Texas Water Code, TCEQ, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, compliance agreement, enforcement suspension, utility consolidation, regionalization, water supply, sewer
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Water and Agriculture and Rural Affairs convened under the leadership of Chairman Kelly Hancock, who opened the meeting with a prayer in remembrance of Chairman Perry, who was absent due to a personal loss. The session focused on the discussions surrounding SB384, which aims to support the longstanding initiative known as Operation Game Thief. Senator Flores presented the bill, emphasizing its essential role in the fight against poaching through public support. The operation has a successful track record of convictions but is currently dependent on donations and merchandise sales for funding. The committee aimed to vote on multiple bills during this session, contingent on achieving a quorum. Notably, discussions also revolved around fiscal notes on two bills that were set aside for later consideration, indicating the committee's intention to carefully manage their legislative decisions. The meeting showcased a productive atmosphere, with committee members actively engaged in the review and potential advancement of key legislative measures.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Feb 19th, 2025
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- There are no new taxes and no effect on the general fund.
- And that's basically we're going to change the name...
- Um, and then I need to make sure I get my numbers right here from...
- A little bit and just see what we're capable of doing.
- We couldn't compete, so they film so much over there, and that really I want them... ...over there, and
Keywords:
driver licenses, validation, identity, state laws, regulations, K-12 education, athletic associations, student-athlete eligibility, Alabama Administrative Procedure Act, governance, manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, motor vehicle crimes, restitution, law enforcement, HB243, Devinee Rooney and John Wesley Safe Streets Act, DUI, drunk driving, impaired driving
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 2/18/25
Children and Families Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- c> training sessions and and um the the training sessions and and um the the groups<00:08:23.120>
- and and I I represent cter thank you and and I I bring<00:13:52.920>
that <00:13:53.120>up< - and cabins and that those with boats and cabins and that sort<00:21:13.919>
of <00:21:14.080>- is structured and supervised and allows for learning and play and all those things.
- <01:12:49.320>
and just talking about phrasing and and just talking about phrasing and and
Keywords:
child care, childcare, day care, daycare, licensing, variance, licensed capacity, capacity limit, staff qualifications, staffing, child care center, family child care, provider flexibility, Minnesota career lattice, Department of Children Youth and Families, DCYF, licensing rules, enrollment, indoor space, professional development
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Legislative Oversight & Investigations Committee (10-12-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfUuf9bb83U, 2026-06-21T07:17:05+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Call to Order - 0:00
Roll Call - 0:00
Department of Juvenile Justice Update on Oleoresin Capsicum Spray, Allegation Investigations, and Use of Isolation Introduction of Staff Members - 1:14
Internal Investigations Branch, Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet - 55:47
Conditions of Youth at Juvenile Detention - 1:11:43
Testimony by Donald Peters of CAAPAD INC. - 2:09:29
Adjournment - 2:23:46, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Agriculture (9-21-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGHHD-7Wdd4, 2026-06-21T07:17:05+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, • Roll Call: 00:00:35
• Approval of Minutes: 00:02:05
• Update on Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment Programs and Projects: 00:02:50
• Overview of the Raising Hope Initiative: 00:38:37
• Overview of Farmer Appreciation Day: 00:47:30
• Discussion on Farmer Mental Health: 00:58:55
• University of Kentucky Cannabis Center 2023 Report: 01:37:10, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Capital Projects and Bond Oversight Committee (8-23-23)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koQEcZUWbHA, 2026-06-21T07:17:05+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:33 Roll Call
00:57 Approval of Minutes
01:16 Information Items
02:03 Project Report from Finance and Administration Cabinet
09:16 Lease Report from Finance and Administration Cabinet
12:55 Report from OFM – Ky Infrastructure Authority
19:20 Cabinet for Economic Development – EDF Fund Grants
24:16 OFM – Ky Housing Corp Debt Overview
26:12 OFM – New Debt Issues & SFCC Debt Issues
32:19 Adjournment, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Capital Projects and Bond Oversight Committee (7-31-23) - Reupload
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsREwaYBtfA, 2026-06-21T07:17:04+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, 00:09 Meeting Start
00:15 Roll Call
00:36 Approval of Minutes
01:05 Information Items
03:30 Project Report from Postsecondary Institutions
05:26 Project Report from Finance and Administration Cabinet
15:20 Lease Report from Finance and Administration Cabinet
25:00 Report from Office of Financial Management
31:50 Economic Development Fund Grants
39:50 Office of Financial Management
45:22 Next Meeting/Adjournment, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Education (2-8-22)
Keywords:
KY LRC YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pF4B6KVlTS0, 2026-06-21T07:17:00+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, Meeting Start: 00:00:00
Roll Call: 00:01:14
Career and Technical and Entrepreneurial Education Presentation: 00:02:20
HB 397 Discussion: 00:08:55
HB 397 Roll Call Vote: 00:24:38
HB 270 Discussion: 00:25:52
HB 270 Roll Call Vote: 00:38:07
HB 63 Discussion: 00:39:16
HB 63 Roll Call Vote: 01:29:39, 958, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- This will provide the law enforcement officers and our public safety personnel the afforded protection
- This will provide the law enforcement officers and our public safety personnel the afforded protection
- This will provide the law enforcement officers and our public safety personnel the afforded protection
- <00:27:01.520>
you I say that and and and I'm being you I say that and and and I'm being you - >> We're doing a lot of these bills for protecting children, and I support that concept, but sometimes
Bills:
SB255, SB199, SB47, HB605, HB216, HB621, HB148, HB389, HB509, HB248, SB255, SB199, SB47, HB605, HB216, HB621, HB148, HB389, HB509, HB248, SB336, SB293, SB43, HB420, HB60, HB188, HB106, HB105, HB11
Keywords:
SB255, cannabinoid, hemp, hemp-derived THC, THCa, delta-8 THC, HHC, CBD, THC, novel cannabinoid products, hemp products, intoxicating hemp, delta-8, retail license, Department of Revenue, Department of Agriculture and Industries, testing and labeling, third-party laboratory, product safety, public health
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- and or went into place with the state agencies and how they're purchasing things and so This hopefully
- And again, this is the same policy that AG and Wildlife both have.
- And so this provides a layer of protection for Oklahomans.
- And in that Supreme Court decision, they said that businesses could refuse to do business with a customer
- And that's really what we're talking about. There are a lot of protections. They have.
Bills:
HB1245, HB2588, HB3024, HB3172, HB3279, HB3919, HB3306, HB3383, HB3431, HB3435, HB4352, HB3883, HB3942, HB4193, HB4203, HB4303, HB4311, HB4484
Keywords:
retirement, pension, public employees, Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System, benefits, survivorship, contribution rates, disability retirement, owners associations, membership requirements, property ownership, board governance, residency requirements, salary increase, state employees, public finance, bonus limits, job performance, Fair Banking Act, financial institutions
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- I mean, when somebody arrives on the scene and they see somebody who has black eyes and they're, and
- Yes, it is already included, and then this adds to it and makes it to where it's 10%.
- And you don't put them in a vault. And there's a mountain of problems that we had to face.
- And as an administrator, I faced. And what this does is really plays into that.
- And I sure appreciate everybody accommodating it. And we'll be back next week.
Keywords:
substance abuse, counseling, assessment fees, mental health, alcohol and drug programs, domestic violence, domestic abuse, assault and battery, assault, battery, strangulation, dangerous weapon, family or household member, intimate partner, pregnant woman, great bodily injury, batterers intervention program, batterers' intervention, anger management, victim safety
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/26
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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was <00:46:58.840>it? - to and and the government And you want to and and the government wants<00:58:52.640>
to <00:58 - And we and what needs to be followed.
- > give anyone who comes to me and and will give anyone who comes to me and and will give me<01:15
Keywords:
Medical Assistance, Medicaid, prepayment review, claims review, fee-for-service, provider integrity, high-risk provider, high-risk service, fraud prevention, program integrity, Department of Human Services, CMS, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, health care billing, medical claims, provider enrollment, Indian Health Service, Minnesota Statutes chapter 256B, human services, medical assistance