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Florida 2026 Regular Session
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security Feb 2nd, 2026
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 1514 on Public Records and Meetings, Space Florida, by Senator Burgess.
- Very briefly, this is the public records bill to go along with the Space Florida bill that this committee
- The bill exempts from public record meetings of the Board of Space Florida.
- The bill exempts from public record meetings of the Board of Space Florida when they are discussing trade
- Thank you, and welcome to the Florida Senate. Thank you so much. Good job.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 19, 2025 - 10:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Next we have Tony Large, Florida College of Emergency Physicians. Thanks.
- Tony Large, representing the Florida College of Emergency Physicians.
- We have Dan Davis, Florida Health Care Association, waves in support.
- Barney Bishop, Florida Smart Justice Alliance, waves in support.
- And finally, Barney Bishop, Florida Smart Justice Alliance, waves in support.
Summary:
The Health Care Facilities and System Subcommittee met with a quorum and considered five bills. HB 1101 on out-of-network providers drew the most discussion; Rep. Albert said it would require written notice when a patient is referred to an out-of-network provider and would count certain insurer payments toward deductibles. Several members and the Florida College of Emergency Physicians raised concerns about placing the burden on doctors’ offices, possible delays in referrals, and unclear enforcement, but the bill was reported favorably 16-2. Public testimony included support from AARP and concerns from emergency physicians about ER workflow and insurance-network transparency.
The committee then unanimously approved PCS for HB 475, reducing fines for ambulatory surgery centers that violate good-faith estimate requirements from $1,000 to $250 per day, with a lower maximum penalty. The bill sponsor said the change was intended to right-size penalties for smaller facilities; witnesses from surgery centers and HCA supported it. HB 797, which would allow a nonprofit retirement community serving veterans and spouses to create veteran-and-spouse nursing home beds and transfer a certificate of need within 100 miles, also passed unanimously after members discussed whether it could affect access for veterans; the sponsor said it would create additional private beds rather than displace existing ones.
HB 1085 on the Children’s Medical Services Program was amended and reported favorably 14-3. The bill would move managed care plan operations for medically fragile children from the Department of Health to AHCA, keep clinical eligibility at DOH, and shift PPEC services fully into managed care. The adopted amendment changed the waiver provision to require AHCA to develop and present a comprehensive redesign plan for the Medicaid model waiver for children receiving private duty nursing. Several members supported the goal but raised concerns about eliminating family choice and the impact on medically fragile children.
Finally, HB 1353 on home health care services passed unanimously. The bill would remove geographic limits on home health administrators, allow more licensed RNs including contract RNs to perform visits, and revise the home health excellence award program. Supporters said it would address workforce shortages and improve access, while one member warned it could increase costs and competition for nurses. The committee adjourned after reporting all five bills favorably.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Health and Human Services (01/28/2026)
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, there are thousands of them out there, but the Florida list is more in the hundreds of biomarkers
- Uh, there are thousands of them out there, but the Florida list is more in the hundreds of biomarkers
- So, in terms of being able to target it, and I think the state of Florida has, you know, their legislature
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- </c><02:22:04.560><c> has</c> through our roles in legislature has through our roles in legislature has
Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Ethics and Elections Feb 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- I WON'T DO IT HERE IN FLORIDA EITHER. >> Chair: ANY OTHER DEBATE ON THE BILL? DEBATE ON THE BILL?
- SECTION 112 FLORIDA CODE OF ETHICS FOR ANYONE WHO IS A PUBLIC OFFICIAL OR CANDIDATE FOR PUBLIC OFFICE
- THIS BILL IS FILED AT THE REQUEST OF MANY FLORIDA VETERANS AND WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
- CHAIRMAN THIS DEALS WITH FINES IMPOSED BY THE COMMISSION ON ETHICS OR ANY VIOLATION OF THE FLORIDA CODE
- COMMISSION ON ETHICS FOR PURPOSES OF THE SUBSECTION DEALING WITH PENALTIES FOR THE FLORIDA COMMISSION
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/04/2026 - Senate Health and Human Services
Senate Health and Human Services COR
Transcript Highlights:
- dependents, and it's a similar bill to other bills that have shown up in recent years here at the legislature
- any interim target or final target, the department must submit a corrective action plan to the legislature
- Finally, the bill allows the legislature to allocate additional funding for program improvements if DES
- , you know, the food banks definitely have had a higher demand, and it's going to be before the legislature
- lives cut short by anything that is unplanned but we also much like our neighbors to the east and Florida
Committee:
Senate Senate Health and Human Services COR
Summary:
The Senate Health and Human Services Committee met and first recognized Physical Therapy Day at the Capitol, welcoming Arizona physical therapy leaders and students. The committee then took up several bills related to SNAP, health care regulation, child welfare, dementia services, and safe haven newborn surrender. SB 1334 would bar DES from seeking or renewing SNAP work-requirement waivers for able-bodied adults without dependents unless required by federal or state law; supporters said it would curb administrative expansion and opponents argued it would reduce flexibility during high unemployment and harm food-insecure Arizonans. The bill received a do-pass recommendation on a 4-1 vote.
SB 1333 would require DES to reduce the SNAP payment error rate to 3% by 2030, with annual reporting, corrective action plans, Auditor General oversight, and possible funding penalties if targets are missed. After adopting a committee amendment changing reporting to quarterly updates and replacing a forensic audit with a special audit, the committee approved the bill as amended on a 4-1 vote. SB 1331 would require able-bodied adults under 60 receiving SNAP to participate in mandatory employment and training unless exempt; proponents said it would strengthen work expectations, while opponents and DES raised concerns about administrative burden and food bank impacts. The bill passed 4-2, with members explaining no votes due to child care, rural access, and food insecurity concerns.
The committee also advanced SB 1162, which clarifies DHS’s role in licensing and monitoring health care institutions and, as amended, requires DHS and AHCCCS/Access to coordinate to reduce duplicative oversight and report periodically to the legislature; it passed 6-0. SB 1017, requiring additional signatures and witness verification on emergency informed consent forms for surgical procedures, passed 4-2. SB 1149, which adds reporting and procedural requirements for DCS periodic review hearings, passed as amended 5-1. SB 1249, designating DHS as the lead agency on Alzheimer’s and dementia and creating a state plan and services program funded through lottery monies rather than the general fund after amendment, passed 6-0. Finally, SB 1253 clarified that a parent may surrender a newborn at the hospital of birth without leaving and returning, and requires updated safe-haven reporting; it passed 5-0, after testimony from hospital and safe-haven advocates in support. The committee then adjourned.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Versions of Alyssa's Law has been enacted in states like Tennessee, Florida, Texas, Utah, Georgia, and
- Lori suffered an unimaginable loss in a senseless tragedy in the Parkland School District in Florida.
- Bosley asked whether there had been any evidence in other states that have implemented this, like Florida
- coordination across law enforcement, health care providers, prosecutors, victim advocates, and the legislature
- “By putting the power of the legislature to work with our existing partners to create recommendations
Committee:
House Crime and Public Safety
AR
Arkansas 2026 Regular Session
REVENUE & TAXATION- HOUSE Jun 17th, 2026
REVENUE & TAXATION- HOUSE SALES, USE, MISC. TAXES & EXEMPTIONS SUBCOM.
Transcript Highlights:
- minority position in the United States for tax to be collected at the point of sale, for example, Florida
- Florida collects at the point of sale, I believe also Indiana.
- ..up to that would be: when money is requested to come out of the Medicaid trust fund, does the legislature
Summary:
The committee first approved special expenses incurred by the committee, then took up interim study proposals. ISP 2025-069, sponsored by Representative Perry and presented by Representative Eaton, would move collection of sales tax on motor vehicles from the current post-purchase registration process to the point of sale at dealerships. Committee members and DFA discussed the current 60-day registration/tax payment window, possible fiscal and programming impacts on DFA, the added administrative burden on dealers, verification and audit issues, and concerns about whether the change would improve or complicate tax collection. After questions, the committee voted to send the proposal to research/interim study.
The committee then considered ISP 2025-071, from Representative Ray, based on House Bill 1636, which would phase out the state excise tax on soda over five years if revenue triggers were met. Representative Ray explained the tax revenue supports the Medicaid trust fund and said the proposal was intended to continue discussion after the bill failed on the House floor in the regular session. Members asked about the annual revenue generated, the trust fund’s other revenue sources, and whether the revenue would be replaced. DFA was asked to provide additional information on how withdrawals from the Medicaid trust fund are authorized and whether the legislature has oversight. The committee then approved the proposal for interim study and adjourned.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Last year in the legislature, we passed House Bill H-19, and that was going to allow Idaho State Police
- Some, for example, there are small counties that have had to travel all the way to Florida.
- However, when that person is arrested on the warrant in another state, such as California or Florida,
Committee:
Senate Judiciary and Rules
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- The objective is for the legislature to acknowledge the status of these organizations as transnational
- They actually have a proclamation from the governor, and so also in Florida.
- They actually have a proclamation from the governor, and so also in Florida.
Committee:
House State Affairs
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- investment as a percentage of gross state product behind states like California, Michigan, Arizona, and Florida
- Uh, SGR 84 is just the constitutional amendment for Senate Bill 467 that would authorize the legislature
- forced to move several of our high profile projects to other states like Louisiana, California, and Florida
Committee:
House Ways & Means
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity
Transcript Highlights:
- We are proud in the Massachusetts Legislature that we have kept the ability to testify virtually as a
- So with that, we have a process that we're going to do here as is custom in the Legislature.
- The legislature must act to establish real data protections that address these issues and protect our
- That's why it's important for the legislature to weigh in.
- I thank the Legislature for its time. Thank you all for coming.
Summary:
The committee hearing focused on a package of Massachusetts privacy and technology bills, especially measures to ban the sale of location data, establish a comprehensive consumer data privacy law, and regulate biometric recognition and surveillance pricing. Chairs and sponsors argued that self-regulation has failed, that data brokers and large tech companies routinely collect and monetize sensitive information, and that state action is needed because federal protections are weak or absent. Several speakers tied the bills to reproductive health, gender-affirming care, domestic violence, children’s data, and other sensitive uses of location and biometric information.
Supporters included legislators and advocates who backed H. 86/S. 197 (Location Shield), H. 78/S. 45/H. 104/S. 29 (comprehensive privacy bills), H. 99/S. 47 (surveillance pricing in grocery stores), and H. 36/S. 36 (biometric recognition accountability). They emphasized data minimization, bans on selling sensitive data, consumer rights to access, delete, and opt out, and in some cases a private right of action. Several witnesses said Massachusetts should lead or align with other states, while others argued that stronger protections are needed because data can be weaponized by stalkers, anti-abortion actors, abusive partners, insurers, or law enforcement.
Industry and coalition witnesses urged the committee to favor a more standardized, interoperable framework modeled on laws already adopted in other states, warning that novel definitions, data-minimization rules, and private rights of action could create compliance burdens, confusion, and costs for businesses, including small businesses. They argued that entity-level exemptions for sectors already covered by federal laws like HIPAA or GLBA promote consistency, and that Attorney General enforcement is preferable to private lawsuits. Committee members questioned witnesses on patchwork concerns, the scope of exemptions, and whether the proposed bills would harm or help consumers and small businesses. No votes or final actions were taken during the hearing; written testimony was noted as due later, and the committee continued taking testimony from multiple panels and virtual witnesses.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, February 12, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- For what purpose does the gentleman from Florida seek recognition? >> Mr.
- </c><00:10:28.000><c> seek</c> the gentleman from Florida seek the gentleman from Florida seek recognition
- Speaker, I yield one minute to the gentleman from Florida, Representative Frost.
- The gentleman from Florida is recognized for one minute. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
- For what purpose does the gentleman from Florida seek recognition?
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- sales to a single dealer or dealer group once the brand has established a meaningful presence in Florida
- The bill also seeks to prevent manufacturers from bypassing the Florida dealer franchise laws through
- Current statute, 365.176, the Florida Call Blocking Act, allows providers to block calls from certain
- Current statute, 365.176, the Florida call blocking act, allows providers to block calls from certain
- We have Brian Jogers, the Elder Law Section of The Florida Bar, waiving in support.
Committee:
Senate Commerce and Tourism
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 29, 2026 - 12:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Across Florida, families have lost loved ones and young people have been seriously injured while using
- At the University of South Florida, Connor Lynch, 19, was killed.
- At the University of Florida, Nyla Holland, 20, lost her life.
- I want to take a minute to thank the Florida Sheriffs Association, Florida Highway Patrol, Florida Department
- First up, we have Doug Bell with the business law section of the Florida Bar, waving in support.
Summary:
The Transportation and Economic Development Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and heard two member bills. The first, CS for HB 243 on electric bicycles, was presented as a safety and data-collection measure prompted by fatalities and serious injuries involving e-bikes and similar devices. The sponsor said the bill would create a task force, require law enforcement crash data collection, and focus on education and enforcement rather than licensing changes. Testimony in support came from law enforcement, AARP, and local officials, who said statewide data is inconsistent and current classifications do not reflect the speed and use of newer devices. Members discussed the need for better reporting and bike safety, and the bill passed favorably by roll call vote.
The committee then took up CS for HB 679, which would modernize Florida’s trademark registration system by aligning it more closely with federal standards, requiring clearer identification of goods and services, proof of use in commerce, and allowing streamlined online filing and renewal. The only public testimony was a supportive appearance from the Florida Bar’s business law section. There were no questions or debate, and the bill also passed favorably by roll call vote. The meeting then adjourned.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Jun 22nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Frankly, it is the least this legislature can do.
- California is losing retirees and other veterans to other states such as Texas, Georgia, and Florida.
- decrease in the U.S. overall and far larger than the 12% and 27% decreases in states like Texas and Florida
- Throughout my tenure in the Legislature, I've always maintained a steadfast commitment to our veterans
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs met on June 22 with several members initially absent, so the committee began as a subcommittee and later established a quorum. The committee first heard AB 1775, which would provide California support for transgender service members and veterans affected by a federal executive order requiring their separation from service. The author and witnesses described the policy as discriminatory and destabilizing, and supporters from civil rights and LGBTQ+ organizations urged passage. No opposition testimony was offered, and the chair and members expressed support for helping affected veterans with discharge upgrades, housing assistance, and expedited professional licensing.
The committee then heard AB 2022, which expands the disabled veterans property tax exemption by creating a full exemption for certain totally disabled veterans meeting income limits and a 50% exemption for others, while preserving existing benefits. The author, a disabled Marine veteran, and multiple veterans’ organizations testified that the measure would help veterans remain in their homes and keep them in California; a Gold Star spouse also spoke in support. The bill was moved on a due pass motion to the Committee on Appropriations, with the roll held open until additional members arrived, and the consent calendar was later approved 4-0.
Next, the committee heard AB 2054, which updates the definition of covered active duty for paid family leave purposes so military families can qualify when service members are deployed, activated for emergencies such as wildfires, or sent to extended training. Supporters, including Department of Defense and veterans’ representatives, said the bill reflects modern military service and protects families during disruptions. The committee also heard AB 2531, which would expand an existing uncompensated care grant program so veterans denied abortion care through the federal VA system can access support, and would add abortion resource information to CalVet materials. Support came from Planned Parenthood, the California Medical Association, the Lieutenant Governor’s office, and others; one member of the public raised concerns about coercion but did not clearly oppose the bill. All three bills were advanced on due pass motions to Appropriations, and the meeting adjourned after the final votes.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 27, 2025 - 03:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- HB 547, in the 2024 session, Florida enacted a law that created a three-year statute of limitations on
- Members, we're going to move on to the PCS for HB 905, Florida Health Choices Program.
- I'm honored to bring HB 905, Florida Health Choices, for you all today.
- Benito from Disability Rights Florida, an opponent of the bill, would you like to speak?
- Alan Abramowitz from the ARC of Florida waves in support. Thank you for being here.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
November 19, 2025 - 01:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Florida is a buyer-beware state.
- Florida is a buyer-beware state.
- Section 378.213, Florida Statutes, is created to read.' Okay, thank you. Thank you, Mr.
- Would it be the company, or would it be the state of Florida and taxpayers?
- Colton Maddell, Florida Chamber of Commerce, waves in support.
Summary:
The State Affairs Committee opened with a tribute to the late Representative Joe Casello, with remarks from the chair and Ranking Member Eskamani honoring his service, especially his advocacy for first responders, veterans, and working people. The committee then turned to its only bill, HB 167, which would remove strict liability for certain previously mined phosphate lands if the landowner notifies the county and requests a Department of Health radiation survey. The sponsor said the bill is intended to create a voluntary process, add data about the land, and provide notice through the public record and title process.
Members asked extensive questions about who pays for the surveys, how notice would reach future buyers, whether the bill affects renters or construction workers, and whether it would impact pending lawsuits. The sponsor said the landowner would pay for the survey needed to remove strict liability, plaintiffs would pay for surveys in litigation, the bill does not address OSHA or rental disclosures, and it would not apply retroactively to current cases because the complaint must include a survey. Supporters argued the bill simply replaces automatic liability with recorded notice and due diligence, while opponents said it could leave families and renters without adequate warning and should include stronger disclosure protections.
Public testimony was in support from the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Associated Industries of Florida, and one individual. After debate, the committee voted 18-8 to report HB 167 favorably.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Joint Legislative Budget Commission Apr 28th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The cancer hospitals are participating in the Florida Cancer Hospital program.
- The cancer hospitals are participating in the Florida Cancer Hospital program.
- High the cancer rate is rising in the state of Florida.
- Meyer, there's a separate supplemental funding program for the Florida Cancer Hospital program.
- You know, I think that's true with our inpatient state plan amendments, our GME programs in Florida,
Summary:
The Legislative Budget Commission met with a quorum present and considered two Agency for Health Care Administration budget amendments related to Medicaid supplemental payments. The first amendment, EOGB 2026-0831, authorized $2.1 billion in budget authority for the Low-Income Pool to support safety-net providers with uncompensated charity care. Members asked about the timing of AHCA’s submission to CMS and whether the program addressed hospital shortfalls for insured patients and CHIP-related concerns. AHCA said approvals have generally been slower under the current federal review process, and the amendment was adopted without objection.
The second amendment, EOGB 2026-0875, placed $7.9 billion in reserve for Florida’s Directed Payment Program for Hospitals pending final CMS approval. Senators and representatives questioned the role of hospital attestations regarding hold harmless agreements, whether any agreements had to be unwound, and how long final approval might take. AHCA said all hospitals had submitted attestations, no unwinding was known to be necessary, and approval was expected soon.
Members also raised concerns about cancer hospitals, including Moffitt and the University of Miami, not participating in the directed payment program. AHCA responded that those institutions participate instead in a separate Florida Cancer Hospital supplemental payment program, which had already been approved. Both amendments were adopted without objection, and the commission then adjourned.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 29, 2026 - 03:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Monica Rodriguez, representing Epilepsy Florida, who waves in support.
- I'm all the way in Florida, and my granddaughter lives in another state.
- In 2022, my son Raymond entered the Florida public school system.
- We'll now hear from Laura Lee Muntello, representing Disability Rights Florida.
- This is me; I'm biased with Florida, but I highly appreciate your bill.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/02/2026 - House Health & Human Services
House Health & Human Services Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- I think that transparency with the legislature there might already be, but it would be very important
- And some states, including Florida, which is a rather populous state and has a high SNAP enrollment,
- Madam Chair, I won't speak for those who were in the administration in Florida at the time when those
- We as the legislature can't run government.
- The statute, what was defined by the legislature, was very specific.
Summary:
The committee heard a JLBC presentation on H.R. 1’s SNAP impacts, including expanded work requirements, higher state administrative costs, and a potential state share of benefits if Arizona’s payment error rate remains above 6%. JLBC estimated the administrative cost increase at about $33 million in FY 2027 and $44 million in FY 2028, and said a 2024 error rate of 8.8% could expose the state to about $139 million in benefit costs starting in FY 2028. The chair also opened the meeting by asking members and speakers to keep remarks shorter to improve efficiency.
The committee then considered several SNAP-related bills. HB 2797, which requires DES to more frequently verify eligibility through data matching, post fraud/noncompliance data, and address out-of-state EBT purchases, passed 7-5. HB 2442, requiring certain able-bodied SNAP adults with school-age children to participate in employment and training unless exempt, also passed 7-5. HB 2448, which limits DES’s ability to seek work-requirement waivers or discretionary exemptions without legislative authorization, passed 7-5. HB 2206, which sets a goal of reducing the SNAP payment error rate to 3% by 2030 and adds reporting and corrective-action requirements, passed 7-5 after debate over staffing, technology, and whether the target was realistic.
The committee also advanced HB 2180, appropriating $2.5 million to the University of Arizona for AZ REACH, a hospital transfer coordination program serving rural facilities. Supporters said it improves patient transfers and reduces burdens on rural hospitals; some health system representatives were neutral but asked for operational improvements. HB 2180 passed 11-1. HB 2184, as amended, passed 7-4-1; it would extend fetal death certificate filing and require patients to be informed of the option to transfer fetal remains to a funeral home, with supporters describing it as a matter of parental dignity and closure. HB 2188, as amended, creating a Language Acquisition Grant Program for deaf or hard-of-hearing infants and toddlers, passed unanimously after testimony about balancing spoken-language and ASL options. The committee then began hearing HB 2194, a bill requiring insurers to provide a contact for detailed explanations after claim or prior-authorization denials, but the transcript ends before action on that bill.