Video & Transcript Research : 'pests control'
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AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Children and Senior Advocacy Committee Feb 19th, 2025
Children and Senior Advocacy
Transcript Highlights:
- Sorry, so explain to me again the mechanism for the control of how they get friends.
- Does the parent control that process? Uh, does the parent control that process?
- Does the parent control that process of how they interact with other people?
- Yeah, they wouldn't necessarily have the full control.
- They must implement strong age verification, robust parental controls, and AI-driven content moderation
Keywords:
social media, age verification, minors, under 16, children online safety, online privacy, platform regulation, deceptive trade practice, Attorney General, civil penalties, punitive damages, consumer protection, account creation, algorithmic feeds, internet safety, youth social media, minor safety, child online safety, teen accounts, parental controls
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, February 6, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:40:45.480>
of <00:40:45.599>our to take control of our to take control of our borders - Congress controls the purse strings, not the president, not Elon Musk.
- Congress controls the purse strings, not the president, not Elon Musk.
- Want to control government so they can make the rules.
- Pallone, each will control 30 minutes. Mr. Speaker, I call up H.R. 27.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, December 18, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- upgrade our air traffic control system? upgrade our air traffic control system?
- That's insane when control towers.
- I'll reserve. member opposed, each will control five member opposed, each will control five minutes.<
- let foreign mining companies controlled let foreign mining companies controlled by<02:16:15.599>
- <03:36:09.439>
And permanent federal control. And permanent federal control.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity
Transcript Highlights:
- And again, even if I did, I would have no control over it.
- We're not in control of our data, and we need your help.
- I think in the area of control of individual right to sue... ...control of individual right to sue.
- Consumers would control their data by deleting it or opting out of various services.
- We also encourage you to distinguish between controllers and processors.
Summary:
The committee hearing focused on a package of Massachusetts privacy and technology bills, especially measures to ban the sale of location data, establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy law, and regulate biometric recognition and surveillance pricing. Chairs and sponsors argued that self-regulation has failed, that data brokers and large tech companies routinely collect and monetize sensitive information, and that state action is needed because federal protections are weak or absent. Several speakers tied the bills to reproductive health, gender-affirming care, domestic violence, children’s data, and other sensitive uses of location and biometric information.
Supporters included legislators and advocates who backed H. 86/S. 197 (Location Shield), H. 78/S. 45/H. 104/S. 29 (comprehensive privacy bills), H. 99/S. 47 (surveillance pricing in grocery stores), and H. 36/S. 36 (biometric recognition accountability). They emphasized data minimization, bans on selling sensitive data, consumer rights to access, delete, and opt out, and in some cases a private right of action. Several witnesses said Massachusetts should lead or align with other states, while others argued that stronger protections are needed because data can be weaponized by stalkers, anti-abortion actors, abusive partners, insurers, or law enforcement.
Industry and coalition witnesses urged the committee to favor a more standardized, interoperable framework modeled on laws already adopted in other states, warning that novel definitions, data-minimization rules, and private rights of action could create compliance burdens, confusion, and costs for businesses, including small businesses. They argued that entity-level exemptions for sectors already covered by federal laws like HIPAA or GLBA promote consistency, and that Attorney General enforcement is preferable to private lawsuits. Committee members questioned witnesses on patchwork concerns, the scope of exemptions, and whether the proposed bills would harm or help consumers and small businesses. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing; written testimony was noted as due later, and the committee continued taking testimony from multiple panels and virtual witnesses.
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Water Topics Overview Committee Mar 26th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Water Topics Overview Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- They also support local water resource district local control.
- Funding would be conditional on two controls.
- Next, aging asset risk… controls the build-out of decisions.
- That's what was stated in the 1984 Flood Control Act.
- We have created more than 700 flood control structures.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Fiscal Committee (04/18/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- in our uh report over internal control in our uh report over internal control over<00:53:26.960>
- Um, I want to Dana call controller.
- So it are appropriate internal controls.
- non-compliance or that internal control. non-compliance or that internal control.
- <01:21:08.719>
over commission's internal control over commission's internal control over
Summary:
The committee first approved the March 21 minutes and then took up a consent calendar, withdrawing several items before adopting the remainder. It also moved item FIS 25103 to the table by a 6-4 vote after Senator Gray argued the Executive Council had not yet acted on a prior $5 million approval and that the committee should avoid adding to the rainy day fund draw. The committee then approved item 25106 for the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources/State Library after hearing that the department expected about a $400,000 lapse to return to the state.
A major discussion centered on New Hampshire Police Standards and Training (item 2577). Senator Gray questioned whether a proposed equipment purchase could be delayed to the next biennium in light of the state’s deficit and rainy day fund use. The agency said the equipment was needed now for scenario training, vendors had already been identified, and delaying would likely increase costs and force continued reliance on unpaid volunteer help. The committee ultimately approved the item.
The committee also approved Department of Energy item 2587 after hearing that federal weatherization funds are drawn down on a reimbursement basis, and item 2588 after similar testimony that weatherization work must be completed and inspected before reimbursement, limiting how quickly funds can be expended. Item 250094 had been withdrawn. Later, the committee discussed Senator Carson’s request for an LBA review of the YDC claims settlement fund, with members expressing concern about administrative costs, attorney fees, settlement-loan payoffs, and the need for more detailed reporting. The committee voted to direct LBA to conduct the audit described in Senator Carson’s memo, with the additional request that the review include the term over which attorney fees are paid. The meeting then moved on to an HHS staff item, where members began questioning the timing of dashboard data and reporting delays.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, June 10, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- of debate equally divided and controlled of debate equally divided and controlled by<02:16:18.159
- <02:17:36.319>
substances 331 to amend the controlled substances 331 to amend the controlled - of debate equally divided and controlled of debate equally divided and controlled by<02:17:59.280
- So impeachment is the remedy when the courts can't control him and his party won't control him.
- control him and his party won't control control him and his party won't control him.<08:35:01.280
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Natural Resources Committee Apr 20th, 2026
Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- With me today, I have Kristen Sicki from the Yolo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District
- From the Yolo County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, and Ryan O'Jacking from the Regional
- As mentioned, I'm Kristen Sicki, general manager of the Yolo County Flood Control and Water Conservation
- District, Tehama County Air Pollution Control District, Sierra Institute for Community Environment,
- That's the air pollution control officers from all 35 local air districts.
Summary:
The committee heard a long series of bills, beginning with AB 2026 on groundwater recharge. The author and supporters said the bill would streamline permitting, codify existing CEQA exemptions for recharge diversions, and help California capture flood flows for storage in aquifers. Water agencies and local districts supported the measure, while environmental groups and some irrigation districts opposed it or sought amendments, warning about CEQA, streambed, Delta, and tribal-resource concerns. The bill was held open pending a quorum.
Members then heard AB 1577 on data center energy accountability, which would require monthly reporting of energy use and related information to the Energy Commission and local agencies. The author and the Little Hoover Commission argued the bill would improve transparency, help protect ratepayers, and support grid planning. Data center industry and business groups opposed it as duplicative, burdensome, and uniquely targeted, while several environmental and local-government groups supported or supported if amended. The bill was left with a due-pass recommendation once a quorum was present.
The committee also took up AB 2245 on producer responsibility for vehicle lubricant products and containers, AB 2170 on CEQA language-access and environmental protections in overburdened communities, AB 2059 on rural transportation/VMT analysis, AB 1808 on Western Joshua tree permitting and fee relief, AB 2182 on industrial energy efficiency program changes, AB 2231 on streamlining two hospital projects, and AB 2433 on density bonus housing incentives. Each bill drew a mix of support from sponsors, local agencies, labor, housing, or environmental justice groups and opposition or concerns from business, local government, or conservation organizations. Several measures were amended in committee, and multiple bills were reported out on due-pass or due-pass-as-amended votes, with some roll calls left open for absent members.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- They're not worried about what's happening at the national level because they can't control that.
- They're not worried about what's happening at the national level because they can't control that.
- They're not worried about what's happening at the national level because they can't control that.
- They're not worried about what's happening at the national level because they can't control that.
- They're not worried about what's happening at the national level because they can't control that.
Keywords:
HF2254, Minnesota child credit, baby bonus, child tax credit, income tax, individual income tax, tax relief, newborn, birth credit, family tax credit, tax refund, advance payment, Department of Revenue, taxable year, parenting, families with children, child credit, state regulations, families, taxation
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- great balance uh between local control great balance uh between local control and<00:21:51.480><
- <00:40:18.920>
is nhma believes that local control is nhma believes that local control is - striking a balance between local control striking a balance between local control and<03:21:38.319
- You're in control. All right, it is 1:53.
- always a time in place for local control always a time in place for local control where<04:57:27.600
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Health Jun 21st, 2026 at 09:00 am
Joint Committee on Public Health
Transcript Highlights:
- They also have individual needs near end of life, and people deserve the respect of choice and control
- They say people should be able to control the timing and manner of their deaths.
- They say people should be able to control the timing and manner of their deaths.
- She fought through several years of pain, anguish, loss of control, and so forth.
- As most know, ALS is one of many nervous system disorders that causes loss of muscle control.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Public Health opened its first hearing of the session and heard testimony on bills in three areas: emergency medical services/AED access, athletic training and student safety, and end-of-life options. Committee chairs outlined testimony rules and noted that written testimony would also be accepted. Some bills had no live witnesses, while others drew extensive testimony from advocates, professionals, and legislators.
On AED-related bills, the American Heart Association supported requiring automated external defibrillators at sporting events and athletic fields, citing sudden cardiac arrest survival rates and urging cardiac emergency response plans as an added safeguard. A parks and recreation professional supported AED access but raised concerns about the cost, staffing, maintenance, and feasibility for municipalities with limited resources. Athletic trainers supported expanding their scope of practice and removing workplace restrictions, arguing it would improve injury prevention, reduce costs, and help retain professionals in Massachusetts.
The committee also took extensive testimony on end-of-life options legislation. Supporters included legislators, physicians, hospice volunteers, clergy, patients’ family members, and advocacy groups, who described the bills as allowing terminally ill, mentally capable adults to choose a peaceful death with strict safeguards and self-administration requirements. They emphasized personal stories of suffering, public support, and the claim that other states have not seen abuse. Opponents, including faith-based, disability-rights, and family policy representatives, argued the bills amount to physician-assisted suicide, could pressure vulnerable people, and may be influenced by prognosis errors, coercion, or financial incentives. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the hearing.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Resources, Recreation and Development (01/29/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- However, I'm concerned that this is usurping local control.
- and I think it um that local control and I think it sets<00:10:32.200>
a <00:10:32.399>bad - All in all, he thinks this is usurping control.
- It would give cities and towns the ability to control pollutants such as cyanobacteria, E. coli, and
- <00:32:48.440>
that <00:32:48.799>the <00:32:48.919>village uh the controls
Summary:
The committee began with housekeeping about report deadlines and bill scheduling, noting that reports should be submitted as soon as possible, ideally by Friday night, so they can be reviewed and filed on time. The chair explained the process for Democratic and Republican reports, reviewed the timing sheet for early bills, and said the committee was trying to stay on schedule to avoid hearings during vacation week. He also shared his contact information for questions. The committee then moved into executive session on 10 bills.
On HB 13, relative to OHRV operation on certain highways in Windsor, the committee voted unanimously to retain the bill after the prime sponsor asked that it be held for possible local action. On HB 127, extending the closing date of OHRV trails on the Connecticut River headquarters property from September 30 to Columbus Day, members debated economic benefits for Pittsburgh versus concerns about local control, conservation easements, and hunting impacts. The committee voted 11-5 ought to pass; the chair noted it would not go on consent and would have a fiscal note. On HB 174, increasing the maximum weight of a utility terrain vehicle to 3,500 pounds unladen dry weight, supporters argued the change could help accommodate electric vehicles and heavier equipment, while opponents raised concerns about undefined terms, enforcement, private landowner rights, and unintended consequences. The committee voted 8-7 ought to pass.
On HB 203, requiring C-COT approved personal flotation devices while on New Hampshire state waters, the committee heard a split between members who emphasized personal responsibility and those who said the bill would improve safety and education and could reduce drowning deaths. The motion to ITL failed 11-5, meaning the committee rejected the motion to kill the bill and advanced it instead. The transcript then moved on to HB 332, allowing for the establishment of a village district, but the discussion of that bill was not included in the provided excerpt.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/17/26
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- What really matters is who controls the model, who decides how it progresses and how it develops, and
- on how AI is used; only 17% think that they have control.
- are not right now the ones controlling are not right now the ones controlling how<00:40:13.599><
- um I guess my question is using control um I guess my question is using the<00:40:57.680>
power created by a corporate controlled media. created by a corporate controlled media.
Keywords:
HF1316, child support, new hire reporting, centralized work reporting system, independent contractors, payors, employers, payor of funds, withholding orders, income withholding, child support enforcement, Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families, gig economy, rideshare drivers, delivery drivers, 1099, W-9, W-4, newly hired workers, rehired employees
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- I, I, you're asking me for a description of how it embraces local control.
- Currently, I would say most close to all... and embraces local control in such a and embraces local control
- , the costs over which we have no control, the costs over which we have no control, but<03:16:42.720
- penalty until we do have under control penalty until we do have under control the<03:17:12.800><
- control, and listens to local voices. control, and listens to local voices.
Summary:
The House opened with a devotional by Representative Tiffany Lumley focused on lessons from horses and horsemanship, using the imagery to encourage legislators to lead, listen, stay patient, and remain attentive to constituents outside the chamber. The chamber then welcomed newly appointed Representative Kevin Scully of Burlington, who was sworn in and assigned to the Committee on Government Operations and Military Affairs.
Members took up several procedural items and resolutions. Senate Bill 239, relating to a child abuse and neglect reporting working group and carrying an appropriation, was referred to Appropriations, and Senate Bill 157, relating to recovery residence certification and affecting state revenue, was referred to Ways and Means after a favorable report with amendment from Human Services. The House also read and adopted concurrent resolutions honoring the federal TRIO programs in Vermont, recognizing tourism economy day and the importance of the visitor economy, and honoring former Representative John Killacky of South Burlington for his artistic and legislative contributions. Multiple members offered personal remarks about John Killacky/Colacci, his arts career, activism, and service in the House, and guests connected to the resolutions were welcomed from the gallery.
The House then concurred in the Senate proposal of amendment to House Bill 237, which would allow certain doctoral-level psychologists to prescribe medications. The committee explained the Senate’s changes, including revised training and rotation requirements, a later effective date, and a future OPR report, and said the bill was intended as one tool to address mental health provider shortages; the House agreed by voice vote. The chamber next began second reading of House Bill 955, a major education reform bill titled “next steps in transforming Vermont’s education system,” with the Education Committee describing mandatory cooperative education service areas, merger study committees, and related changes intended to improve efficiency, support local voice, and strengthen public education. No final action on H.955 was taken in the portion provided.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, April 30, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- <04:39:50.480>
a control. - It's about forcing a control.
- They control the House. They control the Senate. And President Trump is in the White House.
- They control the House. They control the Senate. And President Trump is in the White House.
- one hour equally divided and controlled one hour equally divided and controlled by<06:31:43.120>
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- include child care services not just education programs, changes where money is held from a board-controlled
- Services, not just education programs, changes where money is held from a board-controlled account to
- This expands who can receive funding, clarifies priorities, and shifts some control over how funds are
- Let's get back under control here. Representative Wright. To comment and, I guess, to inquire.
- Let's get back under control here. Representative Wright. To comment and, I guess, to inquire.
Summary:
The House Ways and Means Committee met in executive session with a quorum present and took up House Bill 2379, first adopting a pre-distributed House Committee Substitute with no amendments. The sponsor explained that the substitute was revised to align with Senate language and would clarify definitions, limit applicability to certain counties, rename the fund the Early Childhood Education Fund, broaden eligible uses to include child care services, move fund custody to the county treasurer, expand eligible recipients, and prioritize children with the greatest financial need.
Most of the discussion focused on how the bill would work in practice. Members asked whether the measure created a new tax; the sponsor repeatedly said it did not, but instead would govern how any local sales tax for early childhood education, if approved by voters in St. Louis City or St. Louis County, would be deposited and spent. Supporters said the bill would add transparency and ensure funds are dedicated to early childhood purposes rather than diverted to general revenue or other uses. Some members raised concerns about taxpayers, including seniors, paying a tax from which they would not directly benefit, while others said the bill simply clarifies management of already authorized local tax authority.
After discussion, the committee adopted the substitute by voice vote and then voted on the bill itself. House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2379 was reported do pass by a roll call vote of seven ayes and two nos. The committee then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Minnesota House recognizes delegation from Taiwan during floor session 5/5/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- responsibilities and to collaborate with the world to address the challenges of humanitarian aid and disease control
- responsibilities and to collaborate with the world to address the challenges of humanitarian aid and disease control
- humanitarian<00:05:08.000>
aid <00:05:08.560>and <00:05:09.199>disease <00:05:09.680>control - humanitarian aid and disease control. humanitarian aid and disease control.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- And I think, from a practicality standpoint, a lot of us would say, okay, you know, it's a controlled
- Well, beer is a controlled substance.
- That's because the current administration in Tibito wants to control who I hire.
- This is about retaliation because they want to control me, okay?
- And they can't control me at the ballot box because I have the support of the community.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate State Governmental Affairs Committee Apr 7th, 2026
State Governmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- The party that cannot control its own primary is not choosing its leaders.
- Republicans control every branch of government in the state of Alabama.
- Republicans control every branch of government in the state of Alabama.
- Republicans control every branch of government in the state of Alabama.
- :40:05.520>
government <00:40:05.839>in control every branch of government in control every
Bills:
HB541
Keywords:
PFAS, drinking water, public health, environmental management, liability, 923, senate, all
KY
Transcript Highlights:
- And I don't think there's a control function. I don't think there's an oversight.
- This is one component in the wheel that we need to put more control on that particular healthcare.
- And I don't think there's a<00:28:28.960>
control <00:28:29.360>function. - I don't think a control function.
- This is one component in out of control.
Keywords:
00:00 - Call to Order/Roll Call
01:27 - Discussion of 26RS HB 470
29:05 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 470
32:06 - Discussion of 26RS HJR 25
34:49 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HJR 25
37:08 - Adjournment, 958, all
Summary:
The House Standing Committee on Health Services met with a quorum and took up House Bill 470, which was presented as a cleanup and delay measure related to peer support specialists and Medicaid reimbursement. The bill would extend the deadline for registered alcohol and drug peer support specialists to be Medicaid reimbursable, address issues created by delayed regulations under House Bill 505, remove a limit on direct client care hours, and create a work group to examine oversight and possible future board structure for peer professionals. The committee adopted a committee substitute before hearing testimony.
Bill sponsor Rep. Kim Moser and supporting witnesses said the change was needed because implementation problems and regulatory backlogs had created a peer support workforce shortage and confusion across multiple peer categories, including substance use, mental health, re-entry, and gambling peers. Elena Swezy argued the bill would stabilize the workforce, improve oversight, and allow time to develop a more effective credentialing framework. Frank Miller Jr. testified in opposition, arguing the bill lacked a proper enabling statute for Medicaid-related changes and would not be enforceable as written. Sarah Vaughn also raised concerns about the bill’s impact on mental health peer specialists, multispecialty behavioral health groups, and whether separate regulations would be needed for mental health and substance use services.
Committee members questioned the bill’s structure, fiscal impact, training costs, and whether the work group would be appointed or informal. Sponsors responded that the bill does not require providers to hire anyone, only sets registration requirements if they do hire substance-use peer specialists, and said the work group was intended to help develop a more unified oversight model. Several members expressed concern about the complexity of the issue and the short testimony time, while others supported the bill as a way to improve oversight and reduce fraud risk. The committee approved House Bill 470 as amended by the committee substitute, and then adopted a title amendment; the bill passed with favorable expression.