Video & Transcript Research : 'Health and Safety Code Chapter 437A'
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NM
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- health care benefits.
- And so 1% we have to do 80-20 for teachers. And so 1%. We have to do 80-20 for teachers.
- And so 1% just did not make sense with what we had to do with child care and everything else.
- care benefits and pension.
- In health care benefits and pension. So there's a lot of money spent on our state employees.
Keywords:
corporate income tax, franchise tax, gross receipts tax, tax credit, tax deduction, controlled foreign corporation, CFC, bonus depreciation, interest expense, apportionment, unitary group, high-wage jobs tax credit, local journalism, news media, newspaper printer, physician incentive, health care workforce, affordable housing, multifamily housing, construction materials
NM
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- That encourages physicians and That encourages physicians and health care providers to come to New Mexico
- But a lot of the deductions are focused on health care and housing.
- are focused on health care and housing.
- And so they're going to have access to health care.
- And so they're going to have access to health care. And so I look at this as a bigger picture of...
Keywords:
corporate income tax, franchise tax, gross receipts tax, tax credit, tax deduction, controlled foreign corporation, CFC, bonus depreciation, interest expense, apportionment, unitary group, high-wage jobs tax credit, local journalism, news media, newspaper printer, physician incentive, health care workforce, affordable housing, multifamily housing, construction materials
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate State Governmental Affairs Committee Feb 11th, 2026
State Governmental Affairs
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- safety, for tracking planes and, you know, trying to make sure that our airways are safer."
- So if ... there for FAA and safety purposes. And there for FAA and safety purposes.
- The data we were told when we put it on there was for safety and security for FAA, and now you have these
- when we put it on there was for safety when we put it on there was for safety and<00:16:16.639><
- using it and going to the airports and using it and going to the airports and say<00:16:23.600><
Keywords:
expungement, nonviolent felony, criminal record, restoration of rights, human trafficking, SB271, Alabama, municipalities, city fees, town fees, franchise fees, utility franchise, natural gas, manufactured gas, gas utility, public streets, public places, right-of-way, municipal consent, gross receipts tax
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Governmental Oversight and Accountability Jan 26th, 2026
Governmental Oversight and Accountability
Transcript Highlights:
- and Samaria.
- And that is the bill and the strike-all. Great. Thank you.
- and schools use Judea and Samira instead.
- And there have been many discussions back and forth between me and many different law enforcement entities
- And there have been many discussions back and forth between, for me, and many different law enforcement
Keywords:
open government, sunset review, aquaculture, public records, exemption, Florida Museum of Black History, cultural heritage, education, Board of Directors, local governance, cybersecurity, data breach, data privacy, information security, local government, county, municipality, vendor contracts, third-party service provider, liability shield
Summary:
The committee heard and voted on several measures. SB 308 on the Florida Museum of Black History was explained as implementing a prior task force recommendation by designating St. Johns County as the museum site, creating a board, and coordinating with a supporting nonprofit; it passed favorably. SB 692 on cybersecurity standards and liability was amended to bar local governments from imposing cybersecurity requirements on vendors beyond generally accepted best practices, and after testimony both for and against, it was reported favorably as a committee substitute. SB 572 updated ethics law to include legally recognized foster parents and foster children in the definition of relative; after a technical amendment and support from the Ethics Commission, it passed unanimously. SB 1442 revised the long-range program plan to require more specific performance metrics and agency-specific measures; it also passed favorably.
The committee also approved SB 1106, as amended by a strike-all, to require state agencies and certain educational materials to use “Judea and Samaria” instead of “West Bank,” despite opposition arguing it would impose political language and conflict with federal and international terminology. SB 7020 reenacted a public records exemption for certain aquaculture and shellfish production records and passed with support from the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. SB 474 expanded military leave and related benefits for public employees and officials, including members of the Coast Guard and Florida State Guard, and added three amendments before being reported favorably. SB 350, dealing with public records protections for crime victims and certain law enforcement victims, was heavily amended to add time-limited confidentiality for an officer’s name in some cases and then passed favorably after discussion about balancing transparency and safety.
Finally, the committee approved SPB 7032 as a committee bill to shift more fleet management responsibilities from DMS to individual agencies, while still requiring data reporting to DMS for legislative oversight. SB 1650 by Senator Gates was temporarily postponed. At the end of the meeting, members recorded votes on selected bills, and the committee adjourned.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Senate Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions Committee, February 25, 2026
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions
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- Uh, and I went to the bar and we just sat and chatted.
- And you and we just sat and chatted.
- c> something done here too. and and and in something done here too. and and and in some<01:45:32.159>
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, February 25, 2026
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions
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- You want to go ahead and introduce yourself and then we'll proceed with the bill.
- the<00:04:43.680>
details choose um and and work out the details choose um and and work out - If you would uh like to come up and introduce yourselves and we'll receive your testimony.
- bill and thank you very much. bill and thank you very much.
- And that seems pretty extreme to me. And so I think that this bill will solve that issue.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education Apr 10th, 2025
S/C on Academic & Career-Oriented Education
Transcript Highlights:
- And please let our committee clerk, Madison Cooper, know, and we'll be glad to help you.
- skills, recognized certifications, practical work experience, and college and career readiness.
- This program would allow school districts and charter schools to collect, analyze, and report CTE data
- , culinary arts, law and public safety, automotive technology, and more.
- I'll try and keep it brief. Chair and members, thank you for the opportunity to speak today.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/12/26
Commerce Finance and Policy
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public <00:09:54.880>safety and there's a separate public safety and there's a separate - And unfortunately, there is a second chapter in this book of how to clean up and pay for this.
- We go to committee and family after family, health care provider, teachers, nurses testify and on the
- We go to committee and family after family, health care provider, teachers, nurses testify, and on the
- We go to committee and family after family, health care provider, teachers, nurses testify, and on the
Keywords:
homeowner's insurance, peace officer, property damage, just compensation, exclusion policy, corporate powers, entity law, business corporations, nonprofit corporations, LLC, limited liability company, cooperative, partnership, trust, foreign entity, campaign finance, election spending, political spending, ballot measure, ballot initiative
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Um and for for the insurance code.
- have safety for our local families and have safety for our local families and also<00:27:44.080>
- trans the physical and mental health of trans the physical and mental health of trans people.<00
- health and well-being.
- health and well-being.
Keywords:
accessible parking, disability, kupuna, public accommodations, small business exemptions, Hawaii Revised Statutes, parking permit, blind, deaf, accessibility, deafness, traffic safety, law enforcement, vehicle registration, communication, emergency services, commercial driver's license, first responders, public safety, authorized emergency vehicle
Summary:
The joint hearing covered House Bill 251, which would require hospitals to report costs associated with Medicare and uninsured patients, and House Bill 1875, which would expand protections for gender-affirming health care services. On HB 251, the Department of Health said it supported the intent but described the bill as complicated and potentially impractical as drafted because the department lacks the expertise to produce the required analyses without outside help. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation echoed those concerns, while the Queen’s Health System said it was willing to work with the department to provide the information. In committee discussion, officials explained that hospital support in Hawaii includes public hospital appropriations and the provider tax program, which uses hospital and nursing home contributions to draw federal matching funds; a department witness estimated the net benefit at about $150 million for hospitals and $20 million for nursing facilities, though exact figures would be provided later.
On HB 1875, the Insurance Division testified with concerns that the bill’s language on prohibited actions by malpractice insurers was broad and vague, and that a rate-increase prohibition could conflict with actuarially based insurance pricing. The division also noted it was not the primary enforcement agency for the statute. In contrast, many testifiers strongly supported the bill, including the Hawaii State Commission on the Status of Women, the Hawaii State LGBTQ+ Commission, the Hawaii Public Health Institute, PFLAG Oahu, the ACLU of Hawaii, the Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii, the Hawaii County Democratic Party, and others. Supporters argued that gender-affirming care is medically necessary, evidence-based, and protected by privacy and bodily autonomy principles, and that the bill would protect patients and providers from outside political interference. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the portion of the hearing provided.
HI
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- , and the Department of Health.
- And so I'm very much in health care.
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So general and department of health. So general and department of health.
Keywords:
accessible parking, disability, kupuna, public accommodations, small business exemptions, Hawaii Revised Statutes, parking permit, blind, deaf, accessibility, deafness, traffic safety, law enforcement, vehicle registration, communication, emergency services, commercial driver's license, first responders, public safety, authorized emergency vehicle
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on several health-related bills. HB 1871, establishing a maternal health monitoring pilot program, drew support from the Department of Health, the Hawaii State Commission on Status of Women, and the Hawaii affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives, with testimony urging provider-neutral language so midwives and other qualified providers would not be excluded. HB 1977, requiring a maternal and infant health information mobile app, received support from ACNM and Philips, which said similar apps in other states improved awareness of services and helped families navigate care; a member asked the Department of Health about implementation time. HB 1858, relating to certificates of fetal deaths, was supported by the Department of Health and clinicians, who said the current statute is outdated and inconsistent with CDC guidance; the department and a physician testified that the bill should shift documentation responsibilities to physicians and APRNs, and members discussed optional versus mandatory issuance language and whether the bill would improve data on home births and transfers.
The committee also heard HB 1591, expanding definitions for preceptor and volunteer-based clinical training to improve income tax credits. The Department of Health supported the measure but preferred a similar, broader bill; Taxation suggested clarifying terms; the University of Hawaii and the State Center for Nursing supported it. ACNM asked that midwifery preceptors and Hawaii-based students enrolled in mainland programs be included, while the Hawaii Public Health Institute supported expansion of the program as a workforce solution. HB 1574, on the health care education loan repayment program, also drew broad support, including from the governor, SHPDA, OHA, and health organizations, but ACNM raised concerns that the bill’s 30% Medicaid-client threshold could exclude many providers and limit participation.
For HB 1575, creating a feasibility committee on Parkinson’s patient air transport, the Department of Health supported the intent but said transportation is more likely an insurance or benefit issue and suggested redirecting funds to Parkinson’s research; the Michael J. Fox Foundation and the Hawaii Parkinson Association supported the bill, citing inter-island travel barriers and high costs for patients and caregivers. HB 1854, establishing certification of community behavioral health clinics, was supported by the Department of Health and DHS, which said certification would help clinics qualify for enhanced Medicaid reimbursement and expand access; the Attorney General’s office raised a legal concern about the special fund language and recommended a purpose section, and the committee discussed whether the fund would be self-sustaining and noted a possible amendment to change membership language and reduce the board size if the amendment moved forward.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- The senate companion bill is an update to the Alabama business and nonprofit code.
- Basically, on page 46 and on page 143, it is to keep the status quo of the current code.
- The language that is in the amendment is simply going back to what the current code is, and this is dealing
- this issue, we may be putting politics above safety and life.
- I'm just concerned because I'm focused on the safety and welfare of the children over politics.
Keywords:
vaccination, parental consent, minors, medical consent, guardian approval, criminal procedure, split sentencing, probation, Class A felony, Class B felony, minimum confinement, HB49, Alabama criminal code, capital offense, capital punishment, death penalty, rape in the first degree, sodomy in the first degree, sexual torture, child sexual abuse
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division 4/15/26
Veterans and Military Affairs Division
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- c> get mental health provider and still get mental health provider and still get reimbured?
- health and and standard veterans mental health and and standard mental<00:26:02.640>
health. - And both of us struggled deeply with depression and alcohol and tobacco and just mental health issues
- And both of us struggled deeply with depression and alcohol and tobacco and just mental health issues
- mental health and I am here and with mental health and I am here and trying<01:19:59.120>
to <01
Keywords:
veterans, veterans affairs, mental health, behavioral health, rural health, rural areas, access to care, task force, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, general fund appropriation, veteran suicide prevention, PTSD, service members, military families, telehealth, rural psychiatry, high school diploma, armed forces, education policy, military service
MN
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- opportunities and certain other statutes would be in the 124F chapter.
- Article 6 is health and nutrition. The first three sections relate to epinephrine in school.
- They've been joined by doctors, public health experts, and educators who all agree that this small clarification
- I meet people all the time; we've seen them in the health committee and in this committee who have saved
- So the health standards bill related to overdose and fentanyl is going to be tomorrow, hopefully as a
Bills:
HF1306
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: Reproductive Rights Mar 18th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Transcript Highlights:
- health.
- woman receives the best care to protect her life and her health.
- pregnant woman receives the best care to protect her life and her health.
- And we feel our current abortion laws and climate place all women, and especially Black women, more at
- And thank you all. And thank you.
Summary:
This transcript is from a Faith Days at the Capitol press conference supporting Texas abortion-related legislation, especially Senate Bill 31 and House Bill 44, referred to as the “Life of the Mother Act.” Speakers said the bills would clarify the medical-emergency exception in Texas law so doctors can provide evidence-based care when a pregnancy threatens a patient’s life or health, and several noted concerns about delayed treatment, loss of fertility, and women leaving Texas because of uncertainty under current law. Faith leaders from Baptist, Lutheran, Episcopal, Methodist, Presbyterian, Catholic, Jewish, and other traditions described pastoral experiences with women and families affected by the abortion ban and said their religious beliefs support protecting the life of the mother.
Multiple speakers emphasized that the current legal climate has created fear for pregnant Texans, especially those facing miscarriage or high-risk pregnancies, and argued that SB 31 would restore clarity, physician discretion, and religious freedom. Several also linked the issue to broader concerns about maternal mortality, including the higher risks faced by Black women, and framed the bill as a matter of bodily autonomy and family well-being. A Catholic attendee and clergy members shared personal stories about daughters, granddaughters, and congregants who could be harmed by delayed care.
Representative Charlie Geren, the House author of HB 44, said the bill was the most important he had carried in his 24 years in the Legislature and pledged to work to get it passed. Representative Josie Garcia also spoke in support, saying existing medical ethics and malpractice rules already hold providers accountable and arguing that supporting mothers is consistent with being pro-life. The event concluded as a coordinated advocacy effort, including mention of a postcard campaign that had gathered more than 6,000 submissions since January 14.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
State Committee Meeting - 2025-03-27
State Government Finance and Policy
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- the health care access account for the insulin safety net program.
- This appropriation covers growing expenses for health care, compensation, utilities, and IT.
- The mission of our office is to help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with safety, dignity, and
- Department of Health. the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General.
- Criteria of age and health from considering salary on demotion.
Keywords:
state government finance, biennial budget, appropriations, Minnesota Management and Budget, Healthy Aging Subcabinet, Office of Healthy Aging, older adults, aging policy, long-term care, caregivers, public health, Medicaid fraud, medical assistance fraud, attorney general subpoena power, fraud enforcement, business filing fraud, Secretary of State, deceptive mailings, consumer protection, certified public accountant
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 3/27/25
State Government Finance and Policy
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Safety Horse Racing Integrity and Safety Horse Racing Integrity and Safety - Section Insulin Safety Net Program and Section Insulin Safety Net Program and Section 20<00:09:46.400
- and the data challenge appeal process and chapter<01:20:06.440>
13. - And I'm happy to stand for chapter 13.
- Those changes include removing criteria of age and health from considering salary and demotion.
Keywords:
state government finance, biennial budget, appropriations, Minnesota Management and Budget, Healthy Aging Subcabinet, Office of Healthy Aging, older adults, aging policy, long-term care, caregivers, public health, Medicaid fraud, medical assistance fraud, attorney general subpoena power, fraud enforcement, business filing fraud, Secretary of State, deceptive mailings, consumer protection, certified public accountant
AZ
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- It must have ARS and the actual code printed, and it must be printed in black, and that's not being followed
- And third, my parents have stressed to me and my siblings that there are real health and developmental
- You said 35% recidivism and then you're talking about public safety.
- This is his last committee officially, and we hope and wish you the best of luck in your next chapter
- This is his last committee officially, and we hope and wish you the best of luck in your next chapter
Bills:
SB1004, SB1012, SB1100, SB1110, SB1170, SB1213, SB1317, SB1402, SB1413, SB1416, SB1476, SB1511, SB1573, SB1655, SB1656, SB1709, SB1720, SB1723, SB1725, SCR1040
Keywords:
sex offender registration, sex offender registry, A.R.S. 13-3821, sexual offenses, public safety, GPS monitoring, electronic monitoring, transient offender, homeless registrant, online identifiers, internet identifiers, sheriff notification, Department of Public Safety, DPS, DNA collection, juvenile adjudication, kidnapping of a minor, unlawful imprisonment of a minor, lifetime registration, community notification
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/26
Commerce Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- and this form of affordable health care.
- And by the way, go and check out how many five-star reviews our local health systems have and make a
- And by the way, go and check out how many five-star reviews our local health systems have and make a
- Well, when doctors and health care people come up and testify on health care rules, they're the experts
- Well, when doctors and health care people come up and testify on health care rules, they're the experts
Keywords:
real estate, appraisers, disciplinary actions, sanction matrix, Minnesota Statutes, direct primary care, healthcare agreements, medical services, patient care, health insurance, mortgage fees, residential loans, commercial loans, finance regulations, investment properties, insurance, supplemental health insurance, short-term care, home health care, nursing care
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Health Finance and Policy Committee 3/9/26
Health Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- I call this meeting of the Health Finance and Policy Committee to order.
- The title is a form of public recognition of trust and safety and upholds the standards for a variety
- And to me, the licensure part of that is About establishing public trust and public safety.
- Thank you. thoughtful, compassionate model that prioritizes safety patients, safety and dignity.
- there and their impacts on mental health.
Keywords:
social work, licensure, employment titles, health occupations, professional standards, medication repository, drug donation, healthcare, Minnesota Statutes, pharmacy, public health, controlled substances, psilocybin, psilocin, psychedelic, psychedelic medicine, hallucinogen, mushrooms, magic mushrooms, therapeutic use
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee Feb 9th, 2026 at 10:30 am
A&B Education Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- Violation of IRS code and associated treasury regulations.
- By their grade point average and about, and and and they have filled out all of the forms.
- Do we know how many high school graduates have have Taken OLA and not and and left for school.
- They will take his salary and code it to one expense.
- They will take his stipend and code it to a different expense.
Bills:
HB3674, HB4326, HB4331, HB3029, HB2963, HB3551, HB2973, HB3019, HB3461, HB2961, HB3261, HB3759, HB3429, HB3069, HB3372, HB3705
Keywords:
school resource officer, sexual assault training, law enforcement training, CLEET, school safety, mental health, continuing education, HB4326, Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program, Oklahoma's Promise, scholarship, tuition assistance, higher education, State Regents for Higher Education, eligibility expansion, adopted students, foster care, DHS custody, child-placing agency, tribal custody