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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Hearing Joint Legislative Audit and Assembly Business and Professions Committee Feb 17th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And the final poster that I'll share with you before I wrap up is...
- Shared before. All right, thank you. Any other questions for the auditor?
- CCIA members share your commitment to protecting California's youth.
- We have shared it with the DCC this morning, and we will be sharing it with the committee. Perfect.
- Thanks for sharing that.
Summary:
The Joint Legislative Audit Committee heard an audit on the Department of Cannabis Control’s oversight of cannabis packaging and labeling, focused on products that may be attractive to children. The auditor said the department’s rules are often vague or subjective, leading to inconsistent enforcement, and that the state relies heavily on complaints rather than pre-market review. The audit found disagreements with DCC’s conclusions in 13 of 80 packaging reviews, and noted weaknesses in tracking repeat violators and escalating penalties. The auditor recommended clearer statutory standards, better internal review tools, stronger repeat-offender policies, and consideration of options such as plain packaging or pre-approval systems.
Committee members and the audit requester emphasized rising cannabis poison-control calls involving children under five and cited examples of legal products with cartoon imagery, bright colors, candy-like names, and beverage packaging that resembled ordinary drinks. DCC representatives said they had already begun reforms, including a centralized review team, improved databases, enhanced technology tools, and new procedures to track compliance history and apply progressive discipline. They also stressed that illicit cannabis and intoxicating hemp remain major sources of youth exposure and argued that some issues require both regulatory refinement and more legislative clarity.
Public health witnesses argued that California has not done enough to protect children and urged plain packaging, limits on flavors and child-appealing design, and a pre-market review process. Industry representatives agreed that cannabis should not be marketed to children but said the current rules are too subjective and inconsistent, and asked for objective, bright-line standards rather than broader bans. Several members said the examples shown were plainly child-appealing and called for stronger statutory guardrails, while also acknowledging the need to keep pressure on the illicit market. No formal vote or action was taken during the hearing.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Bake something—bread for Mark or a cake for Melissa—and share it with someone.
- Bake something—bread for Mark or a cake for Melissa—and share it with someone.
- ,</c><00:23:01.840><c> the</c> humanity that we all share, the humanity that we all share, the grounding
- And um, thank you for sharing Minnesota.
- But I have deep she didn't really share.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Transportation Infrastructure Revenue Subcommitee Nov 3rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I just wanted to share with you the concentration of all...
- As part of that, we're sharing our data with them, and they're sharing their data with us as part of
- And we've agreed, and we share our station interaction and we share the residency within that process
- , whether it’s cameras, EMS services, power, or sharing fiber.
- They share that information actively, not only with the school districts, but they also share it with
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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- So, is that what the resolution is about, getting them to share data with you guys more willingly?
- So, is that what the resolution is about, getting them to share data with you guys more willingly?
- , because you share data for a purpose.
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Summary:
The Government Operations Committee heard Governor’s Message 663, reappointing Corey Schaefer to the 911 Board for a term ending June 30, 2026. Schaefer described his telecommunications background and five years of service on the board, including recent election as chair. There was no opposition, and the committee recommended advise and consent; the recommendation was adopted with one member excused.
The committee then took up a resolution asking the Comptroller and DAGS to work with the Hawaii State Public Library System to identify rural and underserved communities needing better telecommunications access for participation in the legislative process. Testimony from library and disability advocates supported the goal, but members raised concerns that the measure was too broad and unclear about the actual problem, whether libraries already had sufficient broadband and equipment, and whether the focus should be on public access and education rather than DAGS. The committee deferred the measure to Thursday for a revised draft.
Members also heard a resolution urging all state departments to partner with the Office of Wellness and Resilience on data-sharing agreements. The office and several advocacy groups supported the measure as part of trauma-informed state efforts, but members expressed strong privacy and HIPAA concerns and questioned what data would be shared, for what purpose, and how it would be protected. The committee deferred that measure as well so the office could work with the chair on narrower language.
Finally, the committee considered a resolution urging boards and commissions to conduct annual performance reviews of executive directors or equivalent exempt positions. With only one individual testifying in support, the committee recommended a Senate draft to clarify that the measure applies to civil service exempt positions, and the recommendation was adopted.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- But again, I have a full document that we share the season.
- They have some shared a track record.
- Share. Scramble. Well done. Well played who we got to. Representative Lillie.
- This slide shares how MHC determined review panels for each grant opportunity.
- Sharing with more We believe the great demand... to support those grantees.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Workforce panel hears bill to expand funding for first responder equine therapy program 2/19/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c><00:10:17.320><c> the</c> for your service and for sharing the for your service and for sharing the
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- So, since we don't have anyone here, and you guys know I like to share fun facts, I did want to share
- And one fun fact I have to share, obviously, I Pretty interesting.
- I did bring melons to share with the members in the members' lounge the other day.
- But again, just wanted to share those fun But again, just wanted to share those fun facts.
- And so just to share a little bit about Victor.
VT
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, I'd like to just share that she is well.
- She just testified in front of the House Judiciary, and I just want to share that over lunch she shared
- Um, I'd like to just share shooting.
- And I just want to share that over lunch she shared with a few of us that after six hours of hiding under
- [applause] to share that um over lunch she shared to share that um over lunch she shared with<00:07:10.720
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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Keywords:
Hennepin County, sales tax, health care facilities, ballpark improvements, tax revenue, HF4234, Minnesota private activity bonds, tax-exempt bonds, bond cap, aggregate bond limitation, residential rental projects, multifamily housing, affordable housing finance, housing bonds, public finance, bond allocation, private activity bond cap, Minnesota Statutes 474A.02, tax committee, tax refund
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Tobacco Settlement Agreement Fund Oversight Committee. (2-23-26)
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c><01:18:46.880><c> for</c> so some of this funding cost shares for so some of this funding cost shares
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Keywords:
Meeting Start 00:00:00
Attendance Roll Call 00:00:07
Chair Comments 00:00:36
Approval of Minutes 00:04:01
Volunteers of America 00:04:21
Soil and Water Conservation/Energy and Environment Cabinet 00:14:52
Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy/Justice & Public Safety Cabinet 00:21:05
Kentucky Department of Agriculture 00:26:01
Early Childhood Advisory Council 00:45:18, 958, all
Summary:
The Tobacco Settlement Agreement Fund Oversight Committee met to review how tobacco settlement dollars are being used and to press recipients for detailed information on total funding, administrative versus program spending, and measurable outcomes. The chair emphasized that the committee was not there for general program overviews, but to assess return on investment and whether each program should continue to receive tobacco settlement support. The committee approved the minutes from its December 22, 2025 meeting and then heard presentations from several agencies and organizations.
Volunteers of America Mid-States described its southeastern Kentucky restorative justice program, which uses an evidence-based New Zealand model for juvenile cases in nine counties. The group reported tobacco settlement funding of $516,000 in FY24 and $233,500 in FY25, representing about 17% and then about 5% of the program budget, respectively. It said the funding helped expand the program from 13 cases in 2021 to 180 youth served, and cited an independent evaluation showing recidivism of 24.5% compared with 40.4% in AOC data, along with a cost of a little under $20 per day versus detention and other placements. Some members questioned whether the program fit the tobacco settlement funding categories and suggested it might be better supported through other justice-related funding sources.
The Energy and Environment Cabinet’s Division of Conservation explained that tobacco funds support $1 million in direct aid to conservation districts and $2 million in cost-share projects for farmers, with 5% of the cost-share appropriation allowed for administration, or about $100,000 in FY26. Officials said the direct-aid line was moved into tobacco funding in 2019, reducing money available for farmer cost-share, and described a multi-year project approval and reallocation process. Senator Webb asked for a more specific breakdown of the $850,000 direct-aid amount, and the cabinet said it would provide that information.
The Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy reported that in FY24 it expended just under $30 million across tobacco funds, general funds, restricted funds, and a one-time federal grant, with less than 2% used for administration. Officials said most tobacco settlement money goes to Kentucky ASAP local boards in all 120 counties, supporting prevention, treatment, and some law enforcement work. The Department of Agriculture then began its presentation, describing strategic investments, loan programs, county funding, administrative costs, and a reported return of about $2.30 for every dollar spent, but the transcript cuts off before that presentation was completed.
AR
Arkansas 2026 Regular Session
ALC-HOSPITAL, MEDICAID, & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES STUDY SUBCOMMITTEE Mar 16th, 2026
ALC-HOSPITAL, MEDICAID, & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES STUDY SUBCOMMITTEE
Transcript Highlights:
- The general fund is how these cost settlements are funded for the state share.
- So the fees are used as the state share.
- So the fees are used as the state share.
- And then you have to back into what is the state share—excuse me, the state share—to fund or pull down
- excuse me the state share to fund or pull down those federal funds to be paid that state share has to
Summary:
The subcommittee met to review Arkansas DHS hospital spending and reimbursement methods, with Secretary Janet Mann and Deputy Secretary Misty Eubanks explaining Medicaid hospital payments. They described fee-for-service per diem payments, cost settlements, and the upper payment limit (UPL) program, noting that SFY 2025 hospital payments included $688 million in inpatient/outpatient claims, $473 million in UPL payments, $248 million in cost settlements, and about $47 million in other payments such as graduate medical education and disproportionate share hospital funds. Members asked about why per diem rates vary, how cost settlements work, why UPL applies mainly to private hospitals, and how assessment fees are structured and funded. DHS said the hospital assessment fee is broad-based and uniform, used as the state share to draw federal funds, and that supplemental hospital payments after federal match totaled $548 million with no general revenue used.
The Arkansas Hospital Association’s Jody Ann Tritt then gave a broader overview of the hospital landscape, explaining the different hospital types in the state, including critical access hospitals, rural emergency hospitals, PPS hospitals, and specialty hospitals. She said Arkansas hospitals face financial strain, citing a negative 5.18% patient service margin statewide and lower reimbursement than surrounding states. She argued that Arkansas hospitals are paid less than hospitals in neighboring states for similar services, that commercial payer rates and administrative burdens are a major problem, and that Medicaid and Medicare rates remain below cost even with UPL support. She also said hospitals are the backbone of community care, provide emergency and public health functions, and are looking for ways to invest in technology and telehealth but often lack the revenue to do so.
Members pressed for clearer data on hospital finances, reimbursement adequacy, and the impact of commercial insurers. Tritt said the association had just authorized a statewide survey to gather updated financial information from hospitals, which she said would take about a year to complete. She also explained that Medicaid pays weekly, Medicare and commercial plans can involve delays and denials, and that hospitals often spend significant resources on revenue cycle work. The discussion ended with a brief update on assisted living reimbursement: DHS said one facility, The Pillars of the Community in Crossett, had announced closure, nine Living Choices waiver clients were being transitioned, and the updated rate study would be available after cost reports are collected, likely before the end of the fiscal year. The meeting then adjourned.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/09/2026 - House Public Safety & Law Enforcement
House Public Safety & Law Enforcement Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- As the vice chair bravely shared, 'Yes, I've been there before.'
- So thank you for—I just wanted to share that information, Mr. Chair.
- So thank you for—I just wanted to share that information, Mr. Chair.
- I do also share some concerns with Rep.
- Or doesn’t authorize it to be shared with the department? Mr.
Summary:
The House Committee on Public Safety and Law Enforcement heard three bills. HB 2665, “Cade’s Law,” would update Arizona’s suicide-related manslaughter statute to make clear that intentionally providing advice or encouragement to a minor to die by suicide includes doing so through directed communication such as text, social media, or other electronic means. The sponsor and several bereaved parents and Teen Lifeline testified in support, emphasizing teen suicide prevention and the need to hold adults accountable for harmful online conduct. Members raised concerns about unintended effects on peer-to-peer support and the age threshold, and the committee adopted a verbal amendment clarifying the language before advancing the bill with a due pass recommendation by a vote of 10 ayes, 4 present, 1 absent.
HB 2904 declared fentanyl trafficking across the Arizona-Mexico border a public health crisis and directed the Department of Health Services to use its authority to address it. The sponsor framed the bill as a response to cartel activity and overdose deaths, while the ACLU of Arizona opposed it, arguing the bill used vague and legally unprecedented terms such as “unlawful invasion,” could sweep in low-level drug offenses or migrants, and might encourage broader criminalization. Committee members debated the meaning of “invasion,” border security, and whether the bill duplicated existing drug laws. The bill was given a due pass recommendation on an 8 ayes, 6 nays, 1 absent vote.
HB 2917 would create a firefighter cancer registry within the Department of Health Services to collect and analyze data on cancer incidence among Arizona firefighters. Fire service representatives supported the goal of improving occupational health data, but members questioned whether the bill made participation and reporting mandatory and whether it would allow sensitive medical information to be shared without consent. Witnesses said the intent was to make the registry voluntary and were open to clarifying amendments. Despite concerns about drafting and privacy, the committee advanced the bill with a due pass recommendation by a vote of 12 ayes, 1 nay, 1 present, 1 absent.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Shared savings incentive payments are applicable if the amount is under $50.
- Thank you for sharing this. Savings they find with the insurance company.
- The cash part is different in my mind from the shared savings.
- And I appreciate this opportunity to quickly speak on the three-share program.
- Also, as Representative Leo Wilson shared, this is a small administrative team.
Bills:
HB345, HB721, HB2580, SB815, HB3057, HB4603, HB3233, SB495, HB3863, HB3914, HB4570, HB5099, HB5173, SB458
Keywords:
insurance, appraisal process, disputed losses, residential property, policyholder rights, insurer obligations, natural disasters, appraisal expenses, umpire selection, policyholder, insurer, umpire, claims management, health care, cost disclosure, benefit plan, administrators, traumatic brain injury, health benefit plans, insurance coverage
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 7 on Accountability and Oversight Mar 11th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Similarly, the website shares, I think, not the full story when it comes to shelter beds.
- I want to share, I think, as it relates to what Ms.
- So I give you all that background to share that I've seen.
- And that's the sort of thing that I think we need to try to replicate and share around the state.
- And the other number thing that I want to share with you is the PIT count.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- And I'll share more about that later.
- I want to share a brief example. decisions and affect public safety.
- We regularly share sensitive information with the FBI, U.S.
- So if we can't share it for immigration purposes, we can't share it with the FBI.
- We can't share it with any of those other federal agencies because they necessarily will share it amongst
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection - 03/05/26
Commerce and Consumer Protection
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c><00:10:32.959><c> In</c> cost sharing for a given service. In cost sharing for a given service.
- </c> want to share my story with you all. want to share my story with you all.
- And we know that cost sharing sharing.
- </c><01:37:09.280><c> information</c> shared when she shared this information shared when she shared
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
250th Anniversary Celebration of the American Revolution Jun 21st, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- John Garbelie of Arlington, do you have any remarks you would like to share?
- I'm going to share my screen here. Screen here. How do you do this?
- Senator, when you share... Volume on it? No. Are you muted?
- Senator, when you share, you're going to have to make sure you share your audio.
- You're still sharing your screen with her. Oh, good.
Summary:
The commission meeting opened with a roll call that established a quorum, allowing the group to proceed officially. Co-chair remarks highlighted recent successful Henry Knox Trail commemorations in Great Barrington, Alford, and Springfield, with praise for the organizers and participants. The meeting then focused on Massachusetts 250 and America 250 planning, including statewide events tied to the Revolution’s 250th anniversary.
Sheila from the Office of Travel and Tourism outlined several America 250 initiatives: selecting an item for the national time capsule, organizing a July 8 nationwide reading of the Declaration of Independence, encouraging a July 5 “America’s potluck,” and considering a “heritage tractor” tribute from Kansas as a model for Massachusetts participation. Members discussed who should decide the time capsule contents, with suggestions that Secretary Galvin and the commission help set criteria, and there was interest in creating a separate Massachusetts-only time capsule as a backup. The commission also discussed whether Governor Healey should formally endorse the potluck effort, and members expressed support for distributing a graphic for the Declaration reading.
Revolution 250 and related organizers gave updates on upcoming commemorations: Worcester was moved to a larger venue due to strong attendance, Framingham will include living history portrayals of Patriots of Color, Cambridge and Roxbury programs are being planned, and Dorchester Heights/Evacuation Day events will include a Boston Public Library evening commemoration and a March 17 procession and ceremony. Sail Boston was also previewed as a major international event with dozens of ships and extensive public safety coordination. A final presentation pitched “Rebel Town,” a Boston Tea Party musical, as a potential America 250 attraction; the presenter described the show’s development, audience appeal, and need for a Boston venue and funding. No votes were taken beyond the motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- E is from the Office of Personnel at Shared Administrative Services.
- The two departments have separate salary sections in their shared operations bill.
- J1A is Department of Shared Administrative Services, Office of State Technology.
- J1A is Department of Shared Administration Services, Office of State Technology.
- E is a letter from Shared Administrative Services for $40,000.
Summary:
The committee met to review a large slate of fiscal year 2026 and 2027 appropriation, transfer, and continuation requests across multiple sections. Early items included temporary appropriations for agencies such as Health, DHS, Education, Public Safety, State Police, Emergency Management, Aeronautics, Military, Economic Development, and Game and Fish, covering items like maternal health outreach, energy assistance repayments, Wynne High School tornado rebuilding, senior food services, cybersecurity, crime victim reparations, aviation grants, conservation incentives, and emergency tower maintenance. Members asked questions on several items, including DHS aging carry-forward funds and Treasury custodial banking fees tied to COVID-era balances; the committee also approved a disclosure by the chair on the Game and Fish-related item before voting to approve the section.
The committee then approved continuation requests, CARES Act and ARPA reallocations, and federal grant appropriations. Notable discussion included the Boonville developmental disability project, ALIGN program reallocations at several universities, a small business technical assistance grant at UA Little Rock, and a Department of Public Safety highway safety grant, for which members requested more detail on operating expenses and professional fees. Additional approvals covered a transfer to the Merit Teacher Incentive program, restricted reserve fund transfers for military medical command and university projects, and a state central services deduction held at 2%. The Department of Commerce also received approval for a reallocation of positions and spending authority tied to its organizational realignment.
Later sections included shared technology and higher education transfers, cash fund appropriations for school Medicaid reimbursements, corrections, youth mental health, narcotics detection canines, bike safety equipment, a state motor pool pilot, and law enforcement safety costs. The committee also reviewed budget classification transfers, including a Governor’s Office legal fee transfer related to a California lawsuit, and heard explanations about E-Rate reimbursements affecting the Office of State Technology. Members asked about VOCA funding levels for crime victim services and about the National Security Grant Program for nonprofits and faith-based organizations; officials said federal funding had declined from prior highs but appeared to have stabilized, and that the nonprofit security grant is an annual federal program. The meeting concluded with review of pay plan requests, DHS overtime funding for child protection caseloads, and a year-end adjustment request allowing DFA to make up to $1 million in transfers to close the books, after which the committee adjourned.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Cabo Verdean Cultural Center Feb 2nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And the one thing that was shared was that, although it was verbally mentioned, just to explicitly add
- The gaps that were shared in that meeting could be addressed and hopefully narrowed down.
- Happy to keep this within the 30-minute bracket that we shared so folks can get on with your days.
- And so as the new commissioners are coming on board, we will make sure that we'll be sharing that on
- And I would love your support on that and sharing that with your respective districts and anyone that
Summary:
The commission met for a short special meeting focused on membership expansion for the Cape Verdean Culture Center effort. After confirming quorum, members approved the January 13 minutes and reviewed the work of a nominating subcommittee that had narrowed a larger pool of candidates to a slate intended to fill 12 additional commissioner seats. The discussion emphasized filling gaps in regional representation and expertise, including arts and cultural programming, history and preservation, museums, architecture and development, fundraising, nonprofit governance, higher education, language preservation, community organizing, economic development, policy, legal expertise, and communications.
Members reviewed the proposed nominees and made a few corrections to geographic and biographical details, including clarifying where certain candidates live or are affiliated. The slate was described as flexible, with the understanding that some invitees could decline and additional vetted candidates could be considered later. The commission then voted to approve the slate of nominees for commissioners.
The meeting also covered next steps: letters to nominees would be sent within the week, and the next full meeting was scheduled for Monday, February 23, from 3 to 4 p.m. Members were told that the upcoming meeting would be publicly marketed and include public comment, with outreach planned through social media and email channels. The meeting adjourned after a motion and second were approved.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Another testifier shared that he came to the Capitol as a young professional.
- One testifier shared that she had One testifier shared that she had testified<00:25:14.720><c> in</c>
- And I found a quote of hers from 2007 that I thought was worth sharing.
- </c> that I thought was worth sharing. that I thought was worth sharing.
- I'm going to just share a brief story with you. It's quick.