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CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Health Committee Jun 30th, 2026

Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • It replaces confusion with clarity and empowers people to make decisions that align with their health
  • It prohibits inappropriate rerouting of medically necessary treatment, preserves utilization management
  • some of these medications, we believe plans should maintain the ability to apply evidence-based utilization
  • We'll also prohibit a PBM, health plan, or insurer, or affiliated entity from requiring utilization of
  • PPSG plans to open a new flagship health center and headquarters to replace the oldest health center
Keywords: 988, house, all
HI

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

EIG-GVO, GVO DEFER Public Hearings 01-30-2025

Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • For utility-scale projects, this does not cover utility-scale projects like what AES or Clearway or some
  • For utility-scale projects, this does not cover utility-scale projects like what AES or Clearway or some
  • For utility-scale projects, this does not cover utility-scale projects like what AES or Clearway or some
  • or was so it's from being fully utilized or was so it's a<00:21:25.840> it's<00:21:25.960>
  • What kind of appropriation are you looking at to replace federal funds?
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The joint hearing began with SB 133 on energy, which drew opposition testimony from James Abraham, who said the bill was unnecessary because the Public Utilities Commission had already opened a proceeding to investigate wheeling, including intergovernmental wheeling, and should be allowed to finish its collaborative process. The committees then moved to SB 161 on county permitting and inspection, where several agencies submitted written comments or opposition, while the Grassroots Institute and HCDA-related testimony supported the measure. Members raised concerns about accountability and whether state agencies would report back on projects approved under any permitting exemption, and witnesses suggested annual reporting or amendment language to address that issue. The hearing then turned to SB 232 and SB 588, both related to renewable energy permitting. Testimony on SB 232 was largely supportive, but Rocky Mold of the Hawaii Solar Energy Association said SB 232 was an older version of a bill and that SB 588 was the preferred, updated measure. Members discussed whether the bill should be limited to residential or behind-the-meter customer-sited systems rather than utility-scale projects, and Mold clarified that the proposal was intended for customer-sited systems, not utility-scale facilities. For SB 588, the Department of Land and Natural Resources warned that state or county laws inconsistent with the National Flood Insurance Program could jeopardize flood insurance eligibility and related federal assistance, while Mold argued the bill’s FEMA floodway exemption was needed to avoid blocking solar installations on existing structures. The chair expressed concern about risking federal funding and questioned whether the exemption could be narrowed without defeating the bill’s purpose. SB 412, also on renewable energy, received supportive testimony from the State Energy Office and others. Members questioned whether a single coordinating entity should compile agency assessments, and Mark Glick said the Energy Office could take on that role if given the duty and sufficient staff. The committee then discussed SB 635 on energy efficiency, which would require state agencies to use energy-efficient lighting. Mark Glick testified that much of the work was already underway through benchmarking and related contracts, and a DAGS representative said the state was already assessing 590 buildings over 10,000 square feet, with results expected around 2027. Members suggested amending the bill to require annual status reports so the committees could track progress and avoid duplication. No votes were taken during the hearing.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Standing Committee on Judiciary. (3-4-26)

Judiciary

Transcript Highlights:
  • >> If it does not disrupt that area, they can seek to have an easement to run utilities or something
  • utilities or something along that line. utilities or something along that line.
  • Nothing is to prevent the state<00:27:18.320> from<00:27:18.559> replacing<00:27:18.880
  • any Motel 6 with a state from replacing any Motel 6 with a Ritz<00:27:20.480> Carlton,<00:27:
  • If there is another state attempting to kind of utilize this concept, I'm unaware of it.
Keywords: 958, all
Summary: The committee first considered House Bill 774, the Cost, Fines, and Fees Reporting Act, which would require data collection and reporting on criminal and traffic-related costs, fines, fees, interest, and late fees in Kentucky. Vice Chair Decker said the bill is intended to improve transparency and accountability, not to change collection policy. A representative from Reason Foundation supported the measure, saying policymakers need reliable data on legal financial obligations. Representative Marzian asked whether the bill would help enforce collection, and Decker replied that it is only a study/data bill. During roll call, some members raised concerns about funding, but Decker said Kentucky Stats already has the staff and systems in place. The bill passed favorably with 18 yes votes, no no votes, and two pass votes. The committee then took up House Bill 542, relating to eminent domain and declared an emergency, and adopted a committee substitute before hearing testimony. The sponsor described the bill as the product of extensive revisions and said it was aimed at improving notice, communication, transparency, and fairness in condemnation proceedings. He said property owners would have to be notified by certified mail or hand delivery, with sworn proof if delivery failed, and that condemning authorities could not make false or misleading statements during negotiations. A guest, Stephanie Barnett, described problems in her own eminent domain experience, including notices going to the wrong address and learning after the fact that people had been on her property. Members generally supported the bill as a fairness measure. It passed the committee substitute unanimously, 20-0. Finally, Representatives Flannery and Whitaker presented House Bill 563, a DUI-related measure intended to reduce deaths and injuries caused by repeat drunk drivers. They said the bill would apply to a fourth DUI offense within 10 years and would place a two-year restriction on alcohol sales, marked on the person’s license or ID, with the goal of both public safety and encouraging treatment. Flannery cited the death of his mother by a repeat drunk driver and shared statistics on fatal crashes and the economic costs of drunk driving. The committee began discussion on the bill, but the transcript cuts off before any vote or final action is shown.
ND

North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Apr 2nd, 2025 at 12:30 pm

North Dakota Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Our public utilities and co-ops use multiple sources of power for their generation.
  • This is one-time funding for a consulting service as RIO begins the process of replacing the current
  • They regulate the investor-owned utilities, so if MDU or Otter Tail or one of the investor-owned utilities
  • It could be used and utilized all the way down to the small projects, through the big projects.
  • of the bill repeals the voluntary application standard to operate in North Dakota that is being replaced
Keywords: 908, all
Summary: The Senate convened with prayer, pledge, roll call, and a quorum present, then approved a motion to lay over House Bill 1525 for one legislative day. It also voted not to concur with House amendments on Senate Bills 2294, 2297, 2070, 4017, and 2262, appointing conference committees for each. The chamber then took up a series of House bill amendments and final-passage votes. On amendments, the Senate adopted changes to House Bill 1229 on fleeing law enforcement and driving-record transparency after debate over insurance impacts and public safety; House Bill 1510 on teacher retention, on-site child care, and licensure study language; House Bill 1160 to restrict student personal electronic devices during instructional time; House Bill 1429 to address drone harassment and stalking of animals; House Bill 1203 to harmonize medical marijuana provisions; House Bill 1600 to create a UND immigration clinic with reporting requirements; House Bill 1130 to broaden K-12 funding formula changes and reduce state fiscal impact; House Bill 1279 to modify the coal conversion tax exemption; House Bill 1442 to adjust membership and scope of a state task force; and House Bill 1464 to convert a maternal care services proposal into a study and remove the appropriation. The Senate rejected an amendment to House Bill 1022 concerning the Retirement and Investment Office bonus program, then passed the bill. It also passed House Bill 1234 on a $90 million transfer to reduce PERS liability, while rejecting a floor amendment to it. On final passage, the Senate passed House Bills 1008 (Public Service Commission budget), 1218 (temporary moratorium and study on economic analysis for drain projects), 1234 (PERS funding transfer), 1146 (PERS defined contribution cleanup and emergency clause), 1355 (expanded notice for administrative rulemaking), 1470 (Game and Fish fee changes and guide/outfitter updates), 1029 (Capital Grounds Planning Commission duties), 1017 (Game and Fish budget), 1374 (township supervisor open-meeting exemption for on-site inspections), and 1064 (NC-SARA membership and distance education regulation). It defeated House Bill 1583 on false political advertisements with civil-action language and House Bill 1393 on earned wage access provider regulation. The transcript ends as the Senate begins consideration of House Bill 1326 on self-defense and unlawful firearm possession by felons.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
  • Last year, we had a $550,000 grant that we are currently utilizing.
  • Is that going to be replaced by this mobile unit? Mr. Chair, Representative Martinez, no.
  • It will not be replaced; it's going to enhance.
  • It's not intended to replace it; it's to enhance it and get further out.
  • We pay for utilities for people in need.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Public Education May 6th, 2025

Public Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • The committee substitute replaces the phrase "similar nationally recognized organization" with "similar
  • Furthermore, on page 2, line 16 of the introduced version, the committee substitute replaces the word
  • We went through that whole process to replace all the lights on our football, baseball, and softball
  • money that generates, I would say, a tremendous amount of management fees for the board. ...then utilizes
  • We also value our local banks, and we do utilize a local depository for our funds as well because I think
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Judiciary Committee Apr 21st, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's what we're contending with: a business decision to utilize those harmful features.
  • Rather, it ensures that layoffs are carried out with transparency and respect, replacing uncertainty
  • Customers need to be able to promptly fill a medication to prevent their utilities from getting shut
  • I just want to make sure it's not replacing current law.
  • Trent Smith on behalf of the California Municipal Utilities Association, in support. Thank you.
Summary: The committee heard several bills, with most of the discussion focused on public safety, consumer protection, and youth harms. AB 1557 by Assemblymember Papin would clarify e-bike motor power limits and set lower speed-related standards for Class 1 and 2 e-bikes. Supporters, including the California Police Chiefs Association, cities, the California Medical Association, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, argued the bill would reduce severe injuries and deaths among young riders. Opponents from People for Bikes warned it could conflict with federal law, create legal uncertainty, and disrupt the bicycle market. The author and committee members acknowledged industry concerns and urged continued work on the bill. AB 1770 by Assemblymember Garcia would place large health care service plan arbitration under California Department of Justice oversight and require compliance with the California Arbitration Act. Supporters described cases where patients were forced into private arbitration with little transparency or accountability, arguing the bill would make the process fairer and more neutral. Kaiser Permanente and the Civil Justice Association of California said they were still reviewing amendments and had not settled on a final position. Committee members expressed sympathy for the personal stories shared and encouraged continued negotiations. The committee also heard AB 2075, which would require fire suppression equipment to be kept closer at hand during brush work, and AB 1864, which would require screening of gene synthesis orders to prevent misuse for bioterrorism. AB 2075 was presented as a response to a Ventura County wildfire, with support from the Ventura County District Attorney’s office and no opposition heard. AB 1864 was backed by the author, Stanford biosecurity expert Dr. Milana Trout, and Encode AI, while Biocom opposed unless amended and California Life Sciences remained neutral. Members discussed implementation details and the role of the Department of Public Health. A major portion of the hearing was devoted to AB 1709, which would set a minimum age of 16 for social media accounts on platforms with harmful features and create an e-safety advisory commission. Supporters, including youth advocates, parents, medical groups, and Common Sense Media, said addictive design features are harming children’s mental health and safety. Opponents, including EFF, the ACLU, TechNet, and other civil liberties and industry groups, argued the bill is overbroad, raises First Amendment and privacy concerns, and could limit access to important online communities. Despite those objections, the bill was moved forward after committee discussion, with members emphasizing the need to protect children while continuing to work on carveouts and implementation details.
WY

Wyoming 2026 Regular Session

Capitol Interpretive Exhibits and Wayfinding Subcommittee, May 7, 2026

Capitol Interpretive Exhibits and Wayfinding Subcommittee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Are you leaving it there, or are you replacing it? >> Replacing it?
  • Are you leaving it there, or are you replacing it? >> Replacing it?
  • maybe a replacement sign um taped up. maybe a replacement sign um taped up.
  • So, we're replacing that.
  • just a punch item that we're replacing just a punch item that we're replacing the<01:23:43.440><
Keywords: 916, all
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Part 2 Feb 24th, 2026

Alabama House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • re, you know, replacing re, you know, replacing >> the<00:40:04.240> reproduction<00
  • But I don't think that, um, the way the bill's written, it doesn't require entities to replace their
  • because they're not required to replace because they're not required to replace existing<00:43:19.040
  • gross receipts tax and from the utility gross receipts tax and use<01:37:47.280> tax.
  • this amendment does is on uh replace this amendment does is on uh replace lines<01:50:41.679>
Keywords: 1136, house, all
FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Rules Apr 21st, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • talks about representative, legal representative... ...representative, legal representative, so it replaces
  • , from what I'm understanding, it replaces personal representative with legal representative, and I didn't
  • Senator, it seems like everything through the bill, the amendment replaces those words that say 'all
  • In what instances are questionnaires or surveys utilized in our school systems currently right now that
  • The amendment modifies the bill's approach on approving certified recovery residences by replacing the
Summary: The committee first took up CS/SB 1606 on patient access to records. The sponsor explained that the bill, as amended, would align Florida law more closely with HIPAA by defining “designated record set,” requiring providers to furnish requested records within set timeframes, allowing a limited extension with notice, and requiring records to be produced in the requested form if readily producible. Several members asked about patient portals, legal representatives, and whether the bill affected meaningful-use rules or post-mortem access. Multiple witnesses opposed the bill, arguing it could create cybersecurity risks, conflict with existing privacy rules, and burden providers; supporters said it would improve patient access and consistency. The committee adopted the amendment and then reported the bill favorably. The committee then considered CS/SB 712 on construction regulations. The bill would direct DEP to establish rules for synthetic turf and limit local governments from banning it if state rules are followed, while also addressing change orders, public works bidding, elevator rails, alarm contractor work, building code updates, spaceport exemptions, permit document limits, and single-trade inspections. Amendments removed the pool and spa contractor provisions and the tall mass timber language. Testimony on the bill centered heavily on the pool industry, with contractors and the Florida Swimming Pool Association opposing expansion of scope to general and building contractors, while some speakers supported other parts of the bill. After adopting the amendments, the committee reported the bill favorably. Finally, the committee heard CS/SB 1288 on parental rights. The bill would allow minors to be tested for STDs without parental consent but require parental consent for treatment, expand parents’ rights to access records and control certain health decisions, and restrict health care services, medical procedures, and biofeedback devices for minors absent consent or an exception. An amendment moved survey and questionnaire provisions into the education code, added an explicit court-order exception, clarified DNA and biofeedback provisions, and added emergency behavioral health exceptions. The committee heard extensive public testimony both for and against the bill, with supporters emphasizing parental authority and opponents warning it could delay STI treatment, mental health care, and other services for vulnerable minors. The transcript ends during public testimony on the bill, before any final committee action is shown.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Yeah, and it's just frustrating, I guess, because back in the district, all we hear is replace it.
  • It's not replace it. We would all love to replace it. Yeah, wouldn't we?
  • And again, the legislature chose to do that to essentially fully utilize the federal dollars, knowing
  • Every time a staff member leaves, it takes the replacement months to get up to speed.
  • We take our responsibility as stewards of these funds seriously, ensuring they are utilized effectively
Bills: SB 1
Summary: The Senate Finance Committee held its first hearing of the 89th regular session, adopted nearly identical committee rules from the previous legislature by a 15-0 vote, and began review of Senate Bill 1, the state budget for fiscal years 2026-27. Chair Huffman outlined the budget framework, emphasizing conservative spending, a $332.9 billion all-funds budget, and major priorities including property tax relief, public education, border security, health and human services, transportation, energy, and water infrastructure. She also introduced committee and leadership staff and described the hearing schedule and public testimony procedures. Comptroller Glenn Hager presented the biennial revenue estimate, saying the state has $194.6 billion available for general-purpose spending, including a $23.8 billion ending balance, but warned that revenue growth is returning to more normal levels and that lawmakers should avoid using temporary spikes for ongoing commitments. Senators questioned him extensively about the Economic Stabilization Fund cap, sales tax trends, inflation, and whether the state should consider raising the cap or using severance-tax revenues differently. Hager said the Rainy Day Fund is expected to hit its cap, which would leave more severance-tax revenue in general revenue, and he stressed that infrastructure needs remain significant. The Legislative Budget Board then gave a detailed overview of SB 1 and the budget’s major components. LBB staff explained that the bill includes continued funding for the Foundation School Program, $850 million for the Texas State Technical College endowment, $1.3 billion for the Texas University Fund, $6.5 billion for border security, salary increases for correctional officers and state troopers, $3 billion for dementia research, higher community attendant wages, expanded community-based care, $5 billion for the Texas Energy Fund, and funding to clear volunteer fire department grant backlogs. They also outlined supplemental priorities such as water infrastructure, retirement legacy payments, rail grade separations, wildfire aircraft, and emergency facilities, and said the current controlling budget limit is the tax spending limit. A major portion of the hearing focused on property tax relief. LBB explained that prior-session relief grew from an expected $18 billion to $22.7 billion because of higher-than-anticipated property values and interactions among hold-harmless provisions, and that SB 1 continues and expands relief with $51 billion in total property tax relief, including $3 billion more for compression, $3 billion to raise the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000, and a $500 million placeholder for business tax relief. Senators discussed the automatic nature of some of these costs, the effect of the non-homestead circuit breaker, the role of federal COVID funds, and the need to maintain school finance commitments if the state continues to compress school tax rates.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

House - Chamber Meeting Oct 1st, 2025

Transcript Highlights:
  • It has been utilized heavily, up to I think it's well over $81 million here in FY26, which of course
  • We, as a legislature, made the decision. to replace a portion of those this past legislative session.
  • The replacement of the enhanced premium tax credit or the additional assistance that is being authorized
  • In such a way that eligibility is changed, that that's really going to allow you to replace those kinds
  • There was increased utilization across the board in 2024.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
  • any general fund savings on utilities any general fund savings on utilities gets<01:11:44.080>
  • as they have reductions in their utility as they have reductions in their utility cost,<01:11:56.080
  • This is to make it so we don't pay as much in utility bills, right?
  • I mean, this replaced fix something.
  • charge other state agencies that utilize the<01:28:27.120> services.
Keywords: 928, house, all
Summary: The meeting began with approval of partial minutes, with members noting that DHS/HHS material was not yet included and that the minutes would be finalized later. The committee then heard from the General Court about several dedicated funds. Testimony explained the Joint Legislative Historical Fund, which receives a $25,000 annual general fund appropriation and transfers from visitor center sales above a $50,000 threshold, and is used for portrait maintenance, chamber work, Hall of Flags upkeep, and other historical preservation needs. Members also discussed the preservation of the Civil War flags in the Hall of Flags, with the General Court stating the flags are monitored through annual high-definition photos and that no immediate stabilization project is planned. A question about Union cemeteries was raised but the witness said he had no knowledge of federal funding for them. The committee also reviewed the visitor center revolving fund and noted that the accounting presentation is confusing because transfers are netted out so the fund ends each year at $50,000. Members suggested the narrative should clearly identify the transfer amounts and actual revenue, and staff agreed to note that in future reporting. The General Court then described its special legislative account as a stability reserve for capital and emergency needs, citing past uses such as the plaza ADA renovation, the legislative parking garage, and moving operations to One Granite Place. Members asked about interest earnings and were told the account is held in the treasury and any interest goes to the general fund unless statute directs otherwise; no additional funding was recommended at this time. The Department of Administrative Services then presented the law enforcement memorial fund, explaining it is a long-standing leftover construction fund with a small balance that has not been needed because the New Hampshire Law Enforcement Memorial Officers Association privately funds memorial upkeep and plaques. Members discussed whether the state should transfer the remaining money to the nonprofit, but no decision was made; the department said it would research whether such a transfer is legally possible. The department also reviewed the former land conservation endowment fund, now moving to Fish and Game under House Bill 2, and explained that it primarily covers administrative costs, management fees, and investment losses for a long-term conservation program. Members asked about the fund’s large balance and the increase in expenses, and were told the fund is intended to last indefinitely and that future reporting will shift to Fish and Game.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Human Services - 04/09/25

Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:42:42.800> more utilization factor may force more utilization factor may force more providers
  • We couldn't find replacement surgery.
  • Lastly, utilization and weight times.
  • <03:03:40.880> on clear uh path towards uh utilization on clear uh path towards uh utilization
  • Um I fiscal generally not utilized.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee Jun 10th, 2026

Housing and Community Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • When you're talking about replacing a house that burned down, the house is already there.
  • Specifically, require legislation that we passed that requires a like-for-like replacement and automatic
  • Most of them have to pay for upgraded utilities.
  • They're already having to pay, most of them, for upgraded utilities like an electrical panel, you know
  • We have a long history of working cooperatively with our municipalities on issues such as utility relocation
Keywords: 988, house, all
AR
Transcript Highlights:
  • Also with respect to identifying what we would call high utilizers, people who are serial misdemeanants
  • Arizona could do just as good or better a job and have greater accountability and greater ability to utilize
  • matter, and I think kind of what we're trying to advocate for at the Cicero Institute is how do you utilize
  • The term nurse practitioner is replaced with the term applicant.
  • And additionally, the word The term nurse practitioner is replaced with the term applicant.
Summary: The committee first approved a motion, then heard a lengthy presentation on homelessness in Arkansas, with a focus on unsheltered homelessness, untreated mental illness and substance use, public safety, and the role of local law enforcement and shelters. Presenters from law enforcement, homeless service providers, mental health, and policy groups discussed federal Continuum of Care funding, the need for better data and accountability, and proposals such as statewide camping enforcement, stronger treatment access, and consolidating or reworking the continuum-of-care structure. Much of the discussion centered on the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model, with witnesses describing it as a way to expand crisis services, treatment, and coordination with housing and justice systems. They also discussed homelessness among sex offenders, family homelessness, workforce supports, and how to scale successful local programs statewide. No formal action was taken on the homelessness proposals during the discussion. The committee then reviewed several Department of Energy and Department of Health/Board of Nursing rules. The energy rule updated solid waste post-closure cleanup thresholds from $50,000 to $2 million to match Act 791 of 2025. Nursing-related rules added fees for the new dialysis patient care technician registration created by Act 198 of 2025, updated contact-information requirements, implemented APRN authority under Act 862 of 2025, clarified durable medical equipment language under Act 431 of 2025, and incorporated delegation changes from Act 959 of 2025. Additional nursing rules updated certified medication assistant training and duties under Act 265 of 2025, and corrected rules for full independent practice to include clinical nurse specialists under Act 872 of 2023. Each rule was reviewed without objection. At the close of the meeting, members received an update that UAMS had completed its NCII designation submission for the Winthrop Rockefeller Cancer Institute, which was described as a major milestone. The committee then adjourned.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Education May 12th, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're certainly not recommending in this bill that we replace school resource officers at all.
  • To me, I don't see this as actually replacing the officer because there's nothing like the human touch
  • We also see in high school where they utilize, again, lunch periods or study hall times.
  • I thought it was something we developed or we utilized, but it’s a separate company.
  • I thought it was something we developed or we utilized, but it's a separate company.
Summary: The House Education Committee met on May 12, 2026, and first approved SB 518, which gives LSU a two-year pilot authority to buy and sell certain real estate within one mile of campus to support redevelopment and student needs. Senator Foyle and LSU representatives said the bill is intended to help the university act more quickly on deteriorating nearby properties and some Greek housing transactions, with safeguards such as appraisal and fair-market-value requirements. Members asked about whether the authority would affect mostly commercial property and whether the pilot could later be expanded to other universities; the bill was reported favorably without objection. The committee then reported SCR 33, creating a one-year Work-Based Learning Coordination Task Force to study and better coordinate internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, and related programs across state agencies and employers. Support testimony emphasized that Louisiana’s education and workforce systems are too siloed and that the task force would map existing efforts, identify gaps, and recommend a statewide structure. HR 168 also passed, directing the Board of Regents to study collegiate athletic program funding after concerns raised by athletic directors about deficits and accounting practices. Members next approved SB 488, a school safety drone response pilot program, after testimony described drones as a supplemental security tool that could respond faster than police and work with law enforcement; an amendment required coordination with the Department of Education, State Police, and the Sheriffs’ Association. HCR 97 was reported favorably to ask BESE and Wildlife and Fisheries to study age- and grade-appropriate hunting, conservation, and shooting sports education for grades 5-12. The committee also approved SB 112, allowing local school boards to adopt parental-consent release-time policies for religious instruction, with amendments on instructor qualifications, grade reporting, and constitutional safeguards; SB 504, expanding individual graduation plans to include vocational options and charter schools; SB 346 and SB 347, addressing harmful deepfakes involving K-12 and college students; and SB 353, authorizing postsecondary systems to digitize student IDs for LA Wallet, though members raised concerns about naming a specific vendor. The meeting adjourned after SB 353 was reported favorably.
VA
Transcript Highlights:
  • exemptions, one of which is for account numbers for any person or public body or account with a public utility
  • this arose because a concern was raised that a citizen got a public body's account statements and utility
  • And when they spoke with the utility company, they said, yeah, if a person has the account number, they
  • That language would be stricken and replaced with the language I read earlier.
  • says two or more members, or as many as three members, or a quorum of less than three, and just replacing
VA

Virginia 2026 Regular Session

March 14, 2026 - Regular Session Part 2

Virginia House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 84, this conference report relates to electric utilities and licensed suppliers of electricity
  • the definitions and reporting requirements and focuses on investor-owned and for-profit electric utilities
  • This conference report relates to conservation and replacement of trees during the development process
  • This legislation will help Virginia localities utilize a very cost-effective tool available to tackle
  • localities the ability, and that's important, the ability—it's permissive language—to set tree canopy replacement
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/10/2026 - Senate Floor Session

Arizona Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • of us to require this type of information so that we know what percentage of illegal aliens are utilizing
  • They want to know how much of their hard-earned tax dollars is going to support illegal aliens utilizing
  • And every time he said the word illegal immigrant, I would replace it with...
  • Every time that I heard Illy-Lalyan, you could replace it with a parent who has not paid their child
  • We're doing nothing to lower grocery costs, nothing to lower rent, utilities, health care costs.
Keywords: 1182, all