Transcript Highlights:

• Plan reviews for new construction or remodeling will take longer, which will delay the opening of new
• Plan reviews for new construction or remodeling will take longer, which will delay the opening of new
• </c> terms of uh a number of entities opening terms of uh a number of entities opening wanting<00:37:
• And so that is the primary driver of the proposal to eliminate the chiropractic benefit within MA.
• </c> chiropractic care and again the primary chiropractic care and again the primary driver<01:15:53.320

Committee: House Health Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• place</c><00:24:14.240><c> for</c><00:24:14.880><c> engaging</c><00:24:15.400><c> in</c> it your primary
• place for engaging in it your primary place for engaging in Civic<00:24:16.320><c> self-government</
• -</c> authorizing uh use of programmable open- authorizing uh use of programmable open- Source<01:37:
• So they have not answered, so they've avoided this until Secretary Scanland opened that door.
• I just want to make sure that was part of the opening discussion or opening points and that was understood

Committee: House Election Law

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• If you'd like to make it stronger, I think it may be open to an amendment.
• enrollment and open admissions.
• So actually, I was able to open it up enough.
• We have open enrollment. What kind of message are we trying to send?
• You won your primary tonight.

Summary: The Senate opened with a quorum, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then read an amended joint proclamation expanding the special session call to include financial penalties for government officials, criminal penalties for offenses committed by illegal aliens, and programs and appropriations to support law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. No committee reports, governor’s messages, or House messages were on the desk before the chamber moved to the special order calendar. The main item was Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 2B, the immigration bill, along with a late-filed strike-all amendment by Senator Gruters. Gruters said the amendment aligned terminology with federal law, increased penalties for crimes by unauthorized aliens, added transnational crime organizations to gang definitions, required stronger participation in the federal 287(g) program, created financial penalties for noncompliance, offered a $1,000 bonus for officers assisting ICE in large operations, directed more information-sharing with federal agencies, and barred DHSMV from issuing licenses or IDs to unauthorized aliens. He framed the bill as supporting President Trump’s immigration agenda and focusing on criminal illegal aliens rather than street-level enforcement. A long question-and-answer period followed, with Senators Polsky, Pizzo, Smith, Jones, Roscoe, Berman, and others pressing the sponsor on scope, legality, costs, and implementation. Questions focused on whether the bill would require participation beyond jails and detention centers, whether schools or churches could be affected, liability and immunity for local agencies, the size and purpose of the proposed appropriations, and the impact on undocumented students receiving in-state tuition waivers. Gruters and Senator Fine said the 287(g) provisions were intended to apply to jails and detention facilities, that green-card holders and lawful residents would not be affected, and that the tuition waiver repeal would end discounted tuition for students in the country illegally while not affecting their ability to attend. Fine also defended the mandatory death penalty provision for certain capital offenses committed by illegal immigrants, acknowledging it would likely be challenged in court but arguing the bill was designed to test and advance the policy. No final vote or other action on the bill is reflected in the excerpt.

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• Two, a business whose primary source of revenue is derived from facilitating government relations or
• It was during the August primary and zero TV time.
• It was during the August primary and zero TV time.
• It was during the August primary and zero TV time.
• It was during the August primary and zero TV time.

Committee: House Ethics

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Many of them are multi-purpose dams, so these are the primary purposes.
• You know, just open and close, open and close. And it's a $200,000 piece of equipment.
• So at the San Juan Mine, there are three primary water-bearing rock units.
• The primary reclamation Means is to backfill, regrade, cover, and revegetate.
• They are not open during this time.

Committee: House Water & Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:

• Open the machine, Madam Clerk. >> Ready.
• </c><00:15:25.840><c> Katie</c><00:15:26.160><c> Royals</c> primary care physician, Dr.
• Katie Royals primary care physician, Dr.
• Everybody<00:15:38.800><c> needs</c><00:15:39.080><c> a</c><00:15:39.120><c> primary</c><00:15:39.600
• ><c> care</c> Everybody needs a primary care Everybody needs a primary care physician.<00:15:40.320><

Keywords: MS House Floor - 3 February, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The system is now open. The Senate will now proceed to vote. The system is now open.
• The system is now open. The Senate will proceed to vote. The system is now open.
• The system is now open.
• Senate Bill 1041 has passed in open session.
• Senate Bill 1041 has passed in open session.

Keywords: 1182, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Each presenter, well, Senator Shippy will take a time to open this, and then we will start.
• Senator Shippy will take a time to open this, and then we will start with our presenters.
• I would have to phone a friend since I was not the primary author of the language.
• I would have to phone a friend since this, I was not the primary author of the language.
• do have a granddaughter who has cystic fibrosis, and I would love her parents to keep that option open

Summary: The Senate Health and Welfare Committee approved the February 10, 2026 minutes and then took up Senate Bill 1346, a measure proposing a two-year pause on mRNA-based COVID-19 products for pregnant women and children. Senator Shippey presented the bill as a targeted safety pause to allow more long-term review, saying it was not a blanket ban and that amendments were likely needed to clarify the bill’s language and the process for reviewing safety data. He also said the committee should send the bill to the 14th order for possible amendments. The committee heard extensive testimony both for and against the bill. Supporters, including Nicholas Holster, Christina Parks, James Thorpe, Laura Dembray, Xavier Figueroa, and several others, argued that mRNA products are unsafe, described them as gene therapy, and cited alleged harms to fertility, pregnancy, children, and broader health outcomes. Opponents, including physician Stephen Montemot, Primo Castro of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization, and parent Stephanie Neymour, argued that mRNA vaccines are not gene therapy, that the bill would restrict parental choice and access to medical care, and that decisions should remain with patients and doctors. Committee members also questioned the bill’s definitions, the legislature’s ability to review scientific data, the scope of the exemption for cancer and genetic disorder therapies, and whether the measure would affect other vaccines. After debate, members expressed mixed views: some supported further work on the bill, while others raised concerns about government overreach, the breadth of the definitions, and whether the legislature had the expertise or mechanism to evaluate safety data. Senator Lenny moved to send SB 1346 to the 14th order for possible amendments, and the motion passed by roll call vote, 5-4. The committee then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• So 548 as amended extends the direct pay model currently available for primary care to the operation
• The bill would open the door to the possible creation of a sector within the health care marketplace
• So 548 as amended extends the direct pay model currently available for primary care to the operation
• The bill would open the door to the possible creation of a sector within the health care marketplace
• One is primary and one is secondary.

Committee: House Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• That is our key primary function.
• </c><00:08:08.199><c> responsibilities</c> know of our our primary responsibilities know of our our primary
• function uh those of our key primary function uh those of course<00:08:22.360><c> include</c><00:08:
• And this is open to everybody then, Miss Oliver. Chair Ric, this is not a competitive grant.
• Our primary duty should be to Minnesota citizens.

Committee: House Higher Education Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• source of revenue, or one of the primary sources, maybe not the top, but one of the primary sources
• </c><00:13:15.120><c> source</c> that revenue as being the primary source that revenue as being the primary
• </c> of revenue or or one of the primary of revenue or or one of the primary sources,<00:13:17.680><c
• </c> the primary sources of revenue. the primary sources of revenue. and<00:13:22.720><c> MHSAA</c><00
• </c> conviction, which would be in a open conviction, which would be in a open court<00:58:50.000><c>

Committee: Joint Judiciary, Division B

Keywords: Judiciary, Division B - Room 409, 3 February, 2026; 5:15 P.M., 925, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Before that, my deepest apologies; I was hoping to open our session with a Native prayer.
• Are there other members of the committee who would like to offer any opening comments?
• It doesn't have any opening comments. Okay. Thank you.
• So, in the opening, Assemblymember, you mentioned the mobile crisis-988 relationships.
• Opening statement with a young individual from Kourouk's people.

Summary: The joint Assembly Health and Select Committee on Native American Affairs held an oversight hearing on AB 988, California’s 988 crisis line and mobile crisis response system, followed by a discussion of suicide prevention and intervention in California Indian communities. Members and witnesses repeatedly emphasized that AB 988 was intended to create a true alternative to 911 for behavioral health crises, with “someone to call, someone to come, and somewhere to go,” and that Native communities continue to face disproportionately high suicide rates and barriers to culturally responsive care. The first panel of call center and stakeholder witnesses largely argued that implementation is falling short of the law’s intent. They said 988 call centers are underfunded, text/chat answer rates remain far below call answer rates, staffing is strained, and the system still lacks meaningful statewide interoperability between 988 and 911. Several witnesses said mobile crisis teams are not being dispatched through 988 as envisioned, and that funding formulas and governance are too opaque. San Joaquin County was presented as a local success story, with integrated 988, access lines, and mobile crisis handoffs that have reduced reliance on emergency departments and involuntary holds. Witnesses also discussed the need for better tribal outreach, the role of CCBHCs, and the importance of culturally competent services. State officials from CalHHS and DHCS described the five-year 988 implementation plan, the current governance structure across multiple agencies, and efforts to support training, public awareness, and referral tools. They reported growth in 988 contacts, ongoing training with the Trevor Project, a statewide resource directory, and a tribal awareness campaign. DHCS also outlined proposed trailer bill language that would create a formal designation process for 988 centers, set statewide standards, and require existing centers to obtain designation by 2029. Officials said current funding includes SAMHSA grants, block grant dollars, and an expected $67.3 million from the 988 fund in the next budget year, with a large share earmarked for Medi-Cal mobile crisis services. No formal vote or committee action was taken in the portion of the hearing provided.

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• While there are others in the state that have primary responsibilities in the aviation world, we think
• </c> others in the state that have primary others in the state that have primary responsibilities<00:
• The primary role of the U-72 is homeland defense, command and control, and support to law enforcement
• The primary role of the U-72 is homeland defense, command and control, and support to law enforcement
• The primary role of the U-72 is homeland defense, command and control, and support to law enforcement

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The task force met on November 4, 2025, approved the prior minutes without objection, and then heard a presentation from Amazon on its Kentucky aviation and logistics operations. Amazon described its statewide footprint, including its Boone County air hub at KCVG, its investment of more than $60 billion in Kentucky since 2010, about 20,000 jobs in the state, and its use of Amazon Air as a middle-mile network supported by third-party carriers. The company also highlighted small-business support, community relief efforts, and workforce development through Career Choice, including partnerships with Kentucky schools and aviation maintenance training. Members asked about Amazon’s most in-demand workforce needs, future operational challenges, and whether autonomous vehicles are used on the KCVG ramp. Amazon said it would follow up on workforce-demand details, identified customer-driven innovation and culture as ongoing challenges, and said autonomous vehicles are in testing but are not part of regular KCVG operations. Amazon also emphasized sustainability efforts, including alternative aviation fuel, and said it wants to work with the legislature to expand AAF production and supply in Kentucky. The task force then heard from Secretary Jeff Noel of the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development and Matt Wingate on the state’s aviation economic development strategy. They said aviation and aerospace are central to Kentucky’s logistics and economic-development goals, with aerospace identified as the state’s top export and air cargo as a major strength. They discussed outreach to general aviation airports, support for local grant matching, airport funding projects, workforce and education partnerships, and efforts to market Kentucky at aviation trade shows such as Paris Air Show and MRO America. No formal votes or other actions were taken beyond approving the minutes.

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> been researched that this is a primary been researched that this is a primary thing<00:39:33.400
• And if you... that's basically what the primary issues we have here, right?
• And if you... that's basically what the primary issues we have here, right?
• Again, we’ll repeat our message: ag land, the primary use on agricultural lands is ag production.
• Chair, yes, would you be open to doing HD2, which reverts to the original language of this bill?

Committee: House Water & Land

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee on Water and Land met on February 13, 2025, and heard testimony on a series of housing, land, and resource bills. Early bills included HB 743 on fiscal sustainability, HB 1318 on affordable housing, and HB 1409 on the Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement District Board. Testimony on the housing measures was largely supportive from agencies and advocacy groups such as the Office of Planning, Hawaii Housing Future, Hawaii Appleseed, Catholic Charities, and the County of Kauai, while the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) raised concerns on HB 1318 about public trust duties for ceded lands. On HB 1409, members questioned whether the bill needed updating in light of a separate bill changing the board structure, and witnesses said the measure did not change funding but only the board’s mission and scope. The committee also heard HB 1410, which would create a supportive housing special fund. Supporters, including Catholic Charities, the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities, and Hawaii Appleseed, argued that predictable dedicated funding is needed for supportive housing, social services, and long-term homelessness solutions. The Tax Foundation of Hawaii opposed tax earmarks in general, saying they subvert the constitutional budgeting process. Members asked how the fund would be administered and who could access it; witnesses said HHFDC and the counties would coordinate the process, but DLNR noted the bill did not provide additional administrative capacity and suggested language to address that. Later bills included HB 528 on residential leaseholds, HB 1359 on flood mitigation, HB 1087 on historic preservation reviews, HB 868 on disabilities, and HB 1323 on transfer of non-agricultural park lands. HB 528 drew limited testimony, with a Catholic Charities/Hawaii Public Housing Authority representative offering a general example of leasehold development but saying the bill’s exemptions had not been discussed in detail. HB 1359 prompted discussion of homeowner and county responsibilities for drainage and flood damage, with DLNR saying private owners are responsible for drainage on private property and counties for county roads. HB 1087 was supported by DHHL, which said historic preservation reviews currently take about 165 days and the bill could improve timeliness, while Hawaii Historic Hawaii Foundation opposed it. HB 868 drew support from the Disability Rights Center and DCAB, with testimony focusing on beach access and the need for clearer legal authority. On HB 1323, DLNR opposed the bill, saying it did not reflect Act 90 and that some agricultural parcels should remain under DLNR for conservation, watershed, recreation, or fire protection reasons; DOA, Hawaii Farm Bureau, and Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council supported the measure, arguing that productive agricultural lands should be transferred to agriculture to protect local food production and family ranches.

Transcript Highlights:

• Primary and supplemental pollination of some of the crops in New Mexico.
• There was a small opening. It was flapping.
• They are in partnership with the city of Albuquerque to run an open space.
• The The 2025 application period just opened.
• We would have loved to have opened it earlier in the summer, for example, and so it's open now through

Committee: House Water & Natural Resources Committee

Transcript Highlights:

• on where the Legislature and the Governor are in the process of these negotiations, and what's left open
• ON WHERE THE LEGISLATURE AND THE GOVERNOR ARE IN THE PROCESS OF THESE NEGOTIATIONS, AND WHAT'S LEFT OPEN
• &gt;&gt; THROUGH YOU THROUGH YOU, MAD, QUITE A FEW THINGS ARE LEFT OPEN.
• co-sponsorship. >> The resolution is open for co-sponsorship.
• &gt;&gt; THE RESOLUTION IS OPEN FOR CO-SPONSORSHIP.

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and then took up a Rules Committee report advancing several bills directly to third reading, including Senate Print 9630, an appropriations extender for government operations, and Senate Print 9631, an extender related to Part U1 of Chapter 61 of the Laws of 2023. The chamber then moved to the controversial calendar and debated the first extender, with Senator O’Mara questioning what the bill covered, how much funding it extended, and the status of budget negotiations. Senator Krueger said the extender covered about $1 billion for payroll and certain payments for agencies including Health, Law, OPWDD, and Veterans Services through April 7, and described the budget talks as still unresolved, with no announced follow-up Joint Budget Conference Committee meetings or table targets. She also discussed utility affordability proposals, including a three-year moratorium on A.I. and crypto data/storage facilities and support for green energy and low-income ratepayer relief. O’Mara argued the lack of urgency and absence of written proposals on climate and utility costs was concerning. Both extender bills were then passed, with the first receiving 59 ayes and the second passing 46-13 after debate over its two-year duration. The Senate then adopted the resolution calendar, excluding two items initially, and took up two resolutions. Resolution 1821, sponsored by Senator Ramos, recognized Farmworkers Day and highlighted the essential role of farmworkers, the history of organizing for farmworker rights, and concerns about immigrant workers facing fear and retaliation; Senator May added support, noting the importance of farm labor to dairy production and food supply and the impact of deportation fears on farms in her district. The resolution was adopted. Resolution 1823, sponsored by Senator Zellner, proclaimed March 20, 2026 as Behavior Analysis Day in New York, recognizing applied behavior analysis and its benefits for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, education, healthcare, and other fields; it was also adopted. The chamber also welcomed a group of students from Queens visiting Albany, with Senator Comrie speaking about the importance of civics education and government engagement. After the introductions and acknowledgments, there was no further business, and the Senate adjourned until Wednesday, April 1, at 11:00 a.m.

Transcript Highlights:

• that would otherwise go to waste and partnering with farmers and retailers, volunteers and donors, Open
• Our markets are open six days a week without appointment or geographic restrictions, making fresh food
• More than 30% of the food that we distribute at Open Cupboard comes from retailers in our communities
• food that we More than 30% of the food that we distribute<00:04:14.400><c> at</c><00:04:14.640><c> Open
• I think the primary focus we should have is ...

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• It had opened doors to lead integration efforts nationally.
• And so what we have been working on this biennium is two primary things.
• You're able to—it's more open.
• Fall of '27, we're opening up the women's facility.
• So ease of flow and security are the primary considerations in that area.

Summary: The committee began with roll call, introductions of a new fiscal analyst and a new member, and approval of the March 19 minutes. The first major presentation was from the Office of Management and Budget on the state’s general fund and special fund status through May. OMB reported general fund revenues were running below the legislative forecast by about $76 million, driven largely by weaker individual income tax and sales tax collections, though the projected ending balance remained positive and above the budgeted level. The budget stabilization fund was above its cap and would transfer excess earnings to the general fund, and the legacy fund balance continued to grow. Members also asked about federal funding uncertainty and mineral leasing revenue variability. The committee then reviewed compliance reports and trust fund analyses, followed by discussion of a bill draft for the fixed-route city transportation network study. The draft would create a $15 million general fund grant program with a formula-based distribution to eligible fixed-route transit cities, intended to support operating and capital needs and help match federal transit funds. Transit officials from Minot and Fargo testified in support, explaining local fare and match structures and the difficulty of replacing aging buses and securing federal matching dollars. Several members questioned whether the program should be limited to the current four cities or broadened to future eligible urban areas, and whether local funding sources should be explored further. The committee did not finalize the bill draft at that point and planned to continue discussion at a later meeting. The committee also approved a bill draft repealing obsolete language related to approval of a bi-state authority with South Dakota, after staff explained that no agreements had ever been implemented and the provision appeared outdated. A roll call vote was taken and the motion carried. Later, the Department of Commerce and the Northern Plains UAS Test Site presented updates on uncrewed aircraft systems initiatives, including the Vantis radar data enclave, the drone replacement program, and efforts to build a revenue model for Vantis. Test site officials said FAA approval had been secured for the radar data program, replacement of noncompliant drones was underway, and future revenue could come from state and external users once pricing and intellectual property arrangements are finalized. Members asked about Chinese-made drones, supply chain issues, automation, and how the system would manage beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation then presented on the design of a new minimum-security prison and a reentry housing study. Officials said the proposed facility would relocate the minimum-security prison to the penitentiary campus, reduce costs from an earlier estimate, and provide more beds and programming space, with construction potentially beginning in 2027 and opening around 2031. They also described staffing needs, the planned move of women to the New England facility, and possible expansion of men’s housing there. The parole and probation chief described a reentry housing task force studying housing needs for people leaving incarceration, with a goal of developing data-driven recommendations for subsidies and support services; a representative from Protection and Advocacy closed by expressing general support for fixed-route and paratransit funding.

Transcript Highlights:

• We'll open the Capital Budget Committee meeting.
• With that, I would like to open the public hearing for Substitute House Bill 2236.
• Okay, with that, we're going to close the hearing on Substitute House Bill 2236 and open the hearing
• the hearing on 2273 and open the hearing on 2273 with a And open the hearing on House Bill 2273, with
• It's sister organization in the same department where the projects are open-access networks that are

Summary: The Capital Budget Committee held public hearings on several bills. On Substitute House Bill 2236, staff explained changes to the Washington State Housing Finance Commission’s authority, including allowing direct mortgage loans for multifamily housing, clarifying it is not a retail mortgage lender, extending bond counsel terms, removing a notice requirement before bond issuance, and repealing outdated statutory provisions. Representative Zahn and commission staff said the bill modernizes the agency and would help finance affordable housing without using state general funds. Testimony was generally supportive, with questions focused on higher interest rates, down payment assistance, and equity for borrowers of color; the commission said it works with banks, administers programs such as Covenant Home Ownership, and aims to support both homebuyers and developers. The chair then closed the hearing on SHB 2236. The committee next heard House Bill 2273 on reducing embodied carbon emissions in buildings and building materials. Staff described requirements for the State Building Code Council to adopt phased embodied-carbon standards for large projects, with reporting, a public database, and Commerce educational resources; the fiscal note showed operating and capital costs. Representative Duerr said the bill responds to rising energy demand and could help lower building costs while supporting innovation, including Washington wood products. Supportive testimony came from environmental justice advocates and an architect, who said embodied carbon reductions are already feasible and often cost-neutral. Opponents, including the Washington Aggregate and Concrete Association and Washington Citizens Against Unfair Taxes, argued the bill could raise costs, create sourcing and delay problems, and should not exempt schools. The hearing on HB 2273 was then closed. The committee also heard Senate Bill 5188, which would let the Public Works Board issue loans for broadband infrastructure repair and replacement. Staff said the bill expands the existing broadband service expansion program to cover repair and replacement of middle-mile and last-mile infrastructure, with Commerce fiscal impacts noted. The Association of Washington Cities testified with concerns that the bill could signal further use of the Public Works Assistance Account, which has already seen sweeps and could affect future water, sewer, wastewater, and solid waste funding. A question from Representative Dye raised whether the program should instead be tied to the Curb Board; staff and the witness agreed to continue that discussion. The hearing was then closed. In executive session, the committee took up House Bill 2353, House Bill 2420, and House Bill 2470. HB 2353, which raises the predesign threshold for capital construction projects from $10 million to $15 million and indexes it to inflation, was reported out of committee 18-0 with one excused. The committee then adopted and reported out the proposed substitute for HB 2420, which increases the small works roster contract limit and changes the effective date to January 1, 2027, also by an 18-0 vote with one excused. Staff also briefed members on a proposed substitute for HB 2470 concerning school construction assistance for on-base schools, but no vote was taken in the transcript. The chair announced another hearing and executive session for Friday and asked members to submit amendments by the next morning.

Transcript Highlights:

• And I would stand open for questions. Thank you, Representative Church. Are there questions?
• And when we've got, like, you know, for instance, a primary where there's a pool of Republicans on the
• And this one has been changed to be primary or secondary educational institutions.
• It has changed to be primary or secondary educational institutions, a child care provider, or a medical
• But then we're going to open up schools to having to defend, and school districts having to defend, a

Committee: House State Affairs

Keywords: 989, all