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Transcript Highlights:
- And that is adding the word standard into the Career Technical Education Program Administrator Certificate
- Office of Special Education programs, we call them OSEP, that this education programs, we call them OSEP
- Office of Special Education Programs.
- There was another area that the Office of Special Education Programs found us out of compliance on, and
- There was another area that the Office of Special Education programs found us out of compliance on, and
Committee:
Senate Education
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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- :29.000><c> grants</c> this program provides cost share grants this program provides cost share grants
- </c> success of our asset management program success of our asset management program and<00:10:44.240
- this is a statutorily mandated program this is a statutorily mandated program that<00:39:38.440><c>
- program program itself<00:48:43.720><c> thank</c><00:48:43.880><c> you</c><00:48:44.000><c> Miss</c>
Committee:
House Capital Investment
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- We've heard a lot about that, and even you look at their own page program, student government.
- State, who've heard a lot about that, and even you look at their own page program, student government
- You know, when they're done, they can get a special red, white, and blue cord.
- You know, when they're done, they can get a special red, white, and blue cord for graduation.
- In here, it also provides that for new programs that we stand up, there needs to be a 50% match from
Committee:
Senate Education
Summary:
The committee first approved the March 4, 2026 minutes without objection. It then heard House Bill 712, which would create a civics seal or endorsement on high school diplomas for students who meet specified academic and civics requirements, including coursework in U.S. history and government, a civics test score, and a civics project or related activities. The sponsors described it as a voluntary recognition to encourage civic knowledge and engagement, and testimony from the Idaho Family Policy Center and Dr. Samuel Lair supported the bill as a way to promote citizenship and public service. Committee members asked about how the coursework requirement is defined and whether the seal could be earned alongside other diploma endorsements; the Department of Education clarified that the required coursework is two credits each in U.S. history and American government. The committee voted to send HB 712 to the floor with a due pass recommendation.
The committee then took up House Bill 761, which would consolidate the Idaho STEM Action Center into the Workforce Development Council. Senator Lent and Workforce Development Council/STEM Action Center Director Wendy Seacrest explained that the merger is intended to streamline operations, reduce administrative overlap, and better connect STEM education with workforce development. Seacrest said the combined structure would continue most STEM programs, including teacher professional development, community partnerships, and career awareness efforts, while tying them more closely to careers and workforce needs. She also said the consolidation would save more than $300,000 annually and eliminate two staff positions, and that private donations and foundation support would still be available, including direct support to local districts or organizations and a 50% match requirement for new programs. With no public testimony against the bill, the committee voted to send HB 761 to the floor with a due pass recommendation and then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Jobs and Economic Development - 03/16/26
Jobs and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- staff,</c><00:37:40.320><c> 90</c><00:37:40.720><c> program</c> program areas, 30 staff, 90 program
- So the medtech soldering program that is a new program that we're launching.
- So the medtech soldering program that is a new program that we're launching.
- So the medtech soldering program that is a new program that we're launching.
- So the medtech soldering program that is a new program that we're launching.
Committee:
Senate Jobs and Economic Development
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Natural Resources and Environment Apr 8th, 2026
Natural Resources & Environment
Transcript Highlights:
- And then we get into Jefferson, and there's a blue dot on it.
- There is a blue dot on it, and I don't see what the blue dot is.
- Can you explain to me what that blue dot is?
- Each AIS unit has to be specifically programmed for the boat.
- Each AIS unit has to be specifically programmed for the boat.
Committee:
House Natural Resources & Environment
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on Climate Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation May 20th, 2025
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Jobs and Economic Development - 02/18/26
Jobs and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- And so programs uh could help engage.
- Dark blue is workers who were born in another state, and the lighter blue color are workers who were
- workforce programs.
- </c> workforce development programs workforce development programs particularly<01:14:09.600><c> in</
- Um, 10,000 of them that program.
Committee:
Senate Jobs and Economic Development
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Budget Review Subcommittee on Education (8-20-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- . federal family education loan program. federal family education loan program.
- </c> college savings programs. college savings programs.
- </c> through the scholarship program. through the scholarship program.
- </c> for that program. for that program.
- ><c> programs.
Summary:
The Interim Joint Budget Review Subcommittee on Education met and approved the July 15, 2025 minutes before hearing a presentation from the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA/KIA) on student financial aid ahead of the January biennial budget session. KHEAA outlined its role administering 17 state-funded grant and scholarship programs, 529 plans, and outreach services, and emphasized that net lottery proceeds after a $3 million literacy appropriation are statutorily dedicated to student aid. The agency focused on the major need-based programs—College Access Program (CAP), Kentucky Tuition Grant (KTG), and KEES—along with dual credit, Work Ready Kentucky, teacher scholarship, and National Guard tuition assistance. Officials said the new federal FAFSA methodology created a major increase in eligible students, especially for CAP, and thanked lawmakers for adding substantial funding this biennium to meet the higher demand.
Staff explained that CAP is for Pell-eligible, low-income students, while KTG is a need-based grant for students at private Kentucky colleges; both use FAFSA data, but schools verify final eligibility. They said CAP awards are first-come, first-served and that the higher funding level allowed the program to last the full 21-month application cycle in FY 2024-2025, compared with much shorter periods in earlier years. KHEAA reported about $232 million spent on CAP for roughly 72,000 students last year, with current applications running about 10% ahead of the prior year. Members asked about the difference between applicants and recipients, the effect of lower lottery revenues, and whether recent federal legislation would affect state aid; KHEAA said it does not expect major impacts on grants and scholarships, though student loan changes could affect graduate students.
The committee also discussed KEES and dual credit. KHEAA said KEES has been fully funded since its creation and that its forecast was within $76,000 of actual need last year. For dual credit, staff said a recent bill consolidated work-ready dual credit and career/technical education under one scholarship program, and KHEAA will seek growth funding because participation and costs continue to rise. The agency said FY 2025 dual credit spending reached $26.4 million across dual credit and work-ready funding, requiring transfers from Work Ready Kentucky to keep dual credit fully funded. Members asked about transferability of dual credit hours and whether the program reduces later college costs; KHEAA said it does not have hard data on every credit transfer, but it does see higher bachelor’s completion rates and lower student debt, suggesting positive effects. No votes were taken beyond approving the minutes.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Nov 19th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- The 12 item is $4.6 million and 10 FTE to expand our cryptocurrency seizure program.
- and Red Heart Medal program.
- It's the State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication, a highly successful program.
- As I shared yesterday, that's a program that I started when I was at FDLE.
- Concurrently, when FDLE started this program, When FDLE started this program, they also did some research
Summary:
The committee heard budget presentations from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the clerks of court. FDLE outlined 28 legislative budget requests for fiscal year 2026-27, including funding for a new Fort Myers regional operations center lease, technology and data system upgrades, moving several programs off uncertain federal grants, expanding the wellness office, cryptocurrency seizure efforts, cybersecurity, forensic equipment, digital forensics, criminal history modernization, training, and the SAFE fentanyl enforcement program. Members asked about the reported 79% increase in officer misconduct cases, the role of body cameras and masking, public records request burdens on local agencies, and the status of Fibers and the Uniform Arrest Affidavit systems. FDLE said the misconduct data covers all sworn officers and corrections personnel, that many cases would not be affected by body cameras because they involve off-duty conduct or internal matters, and that it is working with agencies and vendors to improve participation in reporting systems.
DJJ Secretary Matt Walsh updated the committee on the Florida Scholars Academy, describing the new unified education system across 39 residential facilities. He reported first-year enrollment, course completions, graduations, and compliance results, and said the program now provides in-person and blended instruction, individualized support, mental health services, and career and technical education. He also discussed staffing shortages in some detention facilities, the need for more residential beds, and the importance of recognizing and supporting staff. In response to questions, he explained how the program addresses students with disabilities and behavioral needs through one-on-one instruction, paraprofessionals, and immediate mental health support.
The clerks of court presented a budget request centered on funding shortfalls and rising costs. Clerk and Comptroller Stacey Butterfield said clerks are operating with outdated funding levels despite increased statutory duties, higher postage and staffing costs, and growing workloads in priority case types such as injunctions for protection and other high-risk matters. The clerks requested $22 million in direct appropriations, including support for due process costs, jury management, and staffing for 37 new judges approved last session. Members also asked about Senate Bill 532, which Butterfield described as a CPI-based measure to update court fines and fees that have remained unchanged since 2008. The committee took no votes on the presentations and adjourned after discussion.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Commerce and Consumer Affairs (02/05/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:12:39.480><c> I</c> to approach this particular program I to approach this particular program
- </c> see as much detail behind this program see as much detail behind this program as<00:12:55.320><c
- This is a proactive program.
- program works.
- </c> some data as to the benefit the program some data as to the benefit the program has<00:17:49.360
Summary:
The committee took up HB 297 with a non-germane amendment proposed by the Insurance Department to create the Granite State Home Mitigation and Resiliency Program. Commissioner DJ Beton explained that the program is intended to help homeowners reduce rising insurance premiums and avoid surplus lines coverage by funding proactive home and property improvements such as roof fortification, exterior and foundation work, flood protection, and tree removal. He said the proposal was developed after leadership asked for more statutory detail and for the idea to be vetted through policy committees rather than handled only in the budget process.
Beton said the program would be funded by the first $1 million collected annually from the insurance premium tax, with grants of up to $10,000 awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. He described the program as modeled on similar efforts in other states, with means testing tied to the Department of Energy’s weatherization/home heating assistance criteria. He also said the department would administer the program using one existing staff position, with coordination through Treasury, and that unspent funds would roll over for several years before reverting to the general fund.
Members asked about the unusual use of a non-germane amendment and how the bill would be handled procedurally, since the underlying bill and the new insurance proposal were unrelated. The chair explained that the amendment was being used as a vehicle to move the department’s proposal through the committee process and that the committee could later accept one part, both parts, or neither. No vote was taken in the portion of the meeting shown; the discussion ended with questions about administration, staffing, and the relationship between the underlying bill and the amendment.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Senate and Governmental Affairs May 12th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Blue cards are for certified designees of elected officials.
- Then we will move to the red cards, then the white cards, and blue cards or anything after that.
- If there's amendments, then we will hear green cards, red cards, white cards, then blue cards.
- ballots had been requested and sent out, with 123,409 of those being voters who are enrolled in a program
- to receive absentee ballots as part of the 65-plus age voters, military, or disabled programs.
Summary:
The Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee met on May 12, 2026, and focused primarily on Senate Bill 407, a congressional redistricting proposal, with Senate Bill 121 also scheduled for later. The chair explained the committee would first take up SB 407, consider amendments, then hear public testimony, and would not take up SB 116 or SB 130. Two amendment sets were adopted on SB 407: one technical set adjusting dates to align with the upcoming election cycle, and another updating the map in the bill. Committee members and the bill sponsor described the proposal as a 4-2 congressional map intended to comply with the Supreme Court’s CalA ruling, preserve traditional redistricting criteria, and avoid using race as the basis for district lines.
Supporters of SB 407 argued the map was compact, contiguous, kept parishes and cities together, and created two opportunity districts without racial predominance. Several senators said the map better reflected Louisiana’s political and demographic realities and could withstand legal challenge under the Equal Protection Clause and First Amendment. Testimony in support also emphasized fairness, representation, and the idea that the state should not move to a 5-1 map. Some speakers, including former legislators and community advocates, said the state should maintain or preserve two districts where Black voters and Democratic voters could elect candidates of choice.
Opponents of the broader redistricting effort criticized the process as rushed and confusing, especially because early voting had already begun and the Secretary of State was not present to answer questions. Some speakers said the legislature had not been properly involved in the election suspension process and raised concerns about whether votes already cast would count if maps changed. Others argued the proposed changes were an attempt to dilute political power and disenfranchise voters, particularly Black, poor, and queer communities. The committee heard extensive public testimony on both sides, but no final vote on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House Financial Services Committee Feb 25th, 2026
Financial Services
Transcript Highlights:
- from Blue Cross Blue<00:31:01.760><c> Shield.
- </c> that I know of the of from what Blue that I know of the of from what Blue Cross<00:32:54.960><c>
- That's why they're tied together because Blue Cross Blue Shield is such a dominant player in the market
- Acquisition of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama happens.
- Um, from an economic standpoint, how many people are employed via Blue Cross Blue Shield here in the
Committee:
House Financial Services
Keywords:
fishing, licensing, jubilee, Marine life, Alabama, regulations, sex offenders, employment restrictions, first responders, public safety, juvenile offenders, local laws, registration requirements, picketing, protesting, residential protest, noise amplification, amplified sound, residential picketing, harassment
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Feb 24th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The North Star is a commuter rail and the Blue Line is a light rail.
- I have to first reiterate that the Green Line is not the Blue Line.
- But again, this bill is not the Blue Line—or sorry, this bill is the Blue Line; it's not the Green Line
- The blue line goes through none of them.
- We are working on plans to make sure that the blue line works for us.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Mortgage Finance Authority Act Oversight May 28th, 2025
Mortgage Finance Authority Act Oversight Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, the programs that they oversee are the homeless programs, energy efficiency programs, and rehab programs
- program.
- So I think the little blue scare, little blue square, not scare, sorry.
- emergency housing programs.
- , about a year's worth of program. funding for that program.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Thursday, June 11, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- In every state across the country, fraud in federal programs has run rampant.
- Fraud in federal programs is a real problem.
- This resolution calls for accountability for those who steal from federal programs.
- Speaker, I support robust bipartisan efforts to prevent fraud in federal programs.
- Red, White, and Blue affirm that black Americans are Americans.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee Jan 22nd, 2026 at 09:00 am
A&B Education Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- We've been able to increase our program count by 272 programs.
- The dark blue is adult students.
- Just to remind the committee, what we do in K-12 programs is we offer program support.
- There's no FA program there.
- Most would elect that we don't keep this program. We move to a different type of program.
Committee:
House A&B Education Subcommittee
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It doesn't directly correspond. on to the blue, but it's slightly above the blue.
- Foundation School Program.
- We operate a very low benefits program health insurance benefits program.
- The last area is seaport connectivity program that program has been around for a while.
- That program. Yeah.
Committee:
House Appropriations
Keywords:
infrastructure, water supply, flood mitigation, Texas Water Fund, community projects, funding allocations
Summary:
During this committee meeting, the focus was on discussing critical infrastructure funding, especially related to water supply and flood mitigation projects. Chairwoman Stepney and the Water Development Board presented extensive details regarding the Texas Water Fund, which included $1 billion appropriated to assist various financial programs and tackle pressing water and wastewater issues. Additionally, funding allocations aimed at compromising the state's flood risk and improving water conservation were hotly debated, emphasizing collaboration among committee members and the necessity of addressing community needs in such projects.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Apr 15th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- From there she enrolled in a master's program to complete her degree in nursing.
- Yeah, this is a program that's sponsored by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation.
- Purple is created by combining Air Force blue, Army green, Navy blue, Marine red, Coast Guard blue, representing
- If we're participating in a federal program, obviously we will follow the guidelines that they hand down
- You cannot do that with this federal program. Follow up. Thank you, Madam President. We can't.
Bills:
SR31 , SB2060 , SB2184 , HB1371 , HB1411 , HB1933 , HB2361 , HB2398 , HB2893 , HB3006 , HB3044 , HB3127 , HB3322 , HB3147 , HB1276 , HB3472 , HB3522 , HB3704 , HB4303 , HB4319
Keywords:
military, children, resilience, Purple Up!, military families, master development district, improvement district, public improvements, infrastructure financing, special assessments, statutory revision, consolidation, law amendment, emergency legislation, legal clarity, oil and gas, mineral rights, proceeds, royalties, escrow account
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- I highlighted these in blue so you can see the Child Care Assistance Program, which we talk about a lot
- execute on the program.
- program.
- TOPS is a merit program.
- programs.
Committee:
House Appropriations
Summary:
The committee met on March 17 to review the FY27 budgets for the Department of Education and several special schools and commissions. Fiscal staff outlined the Department of Education’s roughly $6.4 billion budget, noting that most funding goes to the Minimum Foundation Program and subgrantee assistance. Major changes discussed included the removal of one-time teacher pay stipends, increases for the LA GATOR scholarship program, and projected adjustments in early childhood funding. Members also reviewed the constitutional amendment proposal tied to using about $2 billion to pay down teacher retirement obligations and provide future teacher pay raises.
Dr. Cade Brumley testified that Louisiana’s education outcomes have improved and answered questions on math performance, charter school funding, the LA GATOR scholarship, and the special education Choice program. Members pressed the department on the sustainability and balance of funding between LA GATOR and Choice, the number of applicants and current recipients, and outreach efforts. Brumley said charter schools are funded through the MFP like other public schools, that LA GATOR currently serves about 5,500 students with applications recently reaching about 17,000, and that the Choice program serves about 500 students with a waiting list of about 700 applicants. He also said the department would implement whatever funding levels the legislature approves.
The committee then heard the special schools and commissions budget, including the Special School District, Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts, Thrive Academy, École Pointe-au-Chien, Louisiana Public Broadcasting, and BESE. Testimony focused on facility needs, enrollment, and program outcomes. LSU? No—LSM leaders described urgent roof and ceiling repairs estimated at about $800,000, while Thrive Academy highlighted student achievement, community service requirements, and economic impact. LPB said it is facing a federal funding loss of about $2.5 million and is responding with higher Passport fees, underwriting, and private fundraising. BESE’s small staff and administrative role were also explained, with members asking about board operations and the use of statutory dedication funds.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Subcommittee No. 4 on State Administration and General Government Feb 26th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- for these programs.
- establish new programs, it requires a significant increase in their ability to stand up programs, train
- establish new programs, it requires a significant increase in their ability to stand-up programs, train
- programs are doing versus what the shelter programs are doing.
- Departments and programs.