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OK
Transcript Highlights:
- That has not been my experience, and I've done that work all over the state.
- That is happening in the state of Oklahoma. You're recognized for follow-up.
- So that is the current state of it, and that's what we're shooting for. Thank you.
- So it would come from those agencies, so it's not just like a state agency.
- We are one of only two states that operate the receivership office in this way.
Keywords:
unclaimed property, abandoned property, state treasurer, unclaimed property fund, public website, claimant, hearing, administrative procedures act, sales tax exemption, income tax subtraction, youth entrepreneurs, teen business, minor-owned business, sole proprietorship, business license exemption, entrepreneurship, youth vendor, Oklahoma Tax Commission, Title 60, Title 68
Summary:
The committee first laid over Senate Bill 263, then took up several other measures. Senate Bill 1877, which would create a centralized reporting system for reports through the Secretary of State, was discussed as similar to House Bill 3047 and was reported due pass by a 6-0 vote. Senate Bill 1884, concerning access for statewide educator associations and individual school employees, drew questions about union access, off-campus recruitment, right-to-work law, and possible conflicting language on fees and reimbursement; it was reported due pass 6-1.
The committee then advanced tourism and public safety measures. Senate Bill 1365 would update promotional fund language and allow the Tourism and Recreation Department to make certain merchandise purchases outside the central purchasing process up to $75,000; it passed 6-2. Senate Bill 2174 would change the appointment and makeup of the State Fire Marshal Commission board and was reported due pass 8-0. Senate Bill 1525, as amended by a PCS, would let the Tourism and Recreation Department contract for support of its annual tourism conference and charge registration fees to recoup costs, with emergency language added; it passed 6-2.
The committee also approved House Bill 1810, which would allow expert testimony in human trafficking cases and add trafficking victims to existing victim services, by an 8-0 vote. On workforce and agency administration, Senate Bill 1771 would expand the Workforce Commission’s authority to collect funding, expenditure, and performance data and to hire outside counsel; it passed 5-2. Senate Bill 1805 would bar certain group homes and post-adjudication treatment facilities from using contract staff, due to concerns about records access and staffing; it passed 6-1. Finally, Senate Bill 1960 would move the Oklahoma Receivership Office under the Oklahoma Insurance Department to modernize and reduce duplication, and it was reported due pass 7-0. The meeting then adjourned.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Apr 1st, 2025
Ways and Means General Fund
Transcript Highlights:
- We're increasing some hours here within the state house and moving into the new state house as well,
- The total is $6,252,600, which is part of the 37,500 allocated in the back of the budget for the State
- Amount of interest on our state deposit is standing up a lot of the money we have in the general fund
- year 2025 state general fund appropriation.
- match, $2 million for the Medicaid State match, $2 million for the Medicaid State match, $2 million
Keywords:
Alabama budget, general fund appropriations, fiscal year 2026, state budget, appropriations act, HB186, executive branch funding, legislative branch funding, judicial branch funding, debt service, capital outlay, corrections, Medicaid, public health, mental health, transportation, education, law enforcement, tourism, veterans affairs
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill is brought on behalf of the state board of chiropractic examiners.
- This bill also modernizes state law...
- That's what it's looked like from other states.
- We were sent some information from other states that have had trial and error finding out a...
- This is just saying the state law does not supersede the local law.
Bills:
SB191, HB84, HB79, SB132, HB108, HB109, HB110, HB114, HB118, HB120, HB122, HB124, HB126, HB128, HB129, HB131
Keywords:
postpartum depression, mental health, Medicaid, screening, education, maternal health, Chiropractic, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, license renewal, continuing education, election procedures, off-label, pharmacists, medical treatment, state board of pharmacy, employment protection, SB132, Alabama, controlled substances, Schedule I
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Senate Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee, February 18, 2026
Minerals, Business & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> pay down our obligations to the state pay down our obligations to the state and<00:08:15.440><c>
- </c> remember again we were the first state remember again we were the first state to<00:13:00.639><c
- Uh, it's state banks and SPDI conversions. Is that just for state banks?
- Uh, it's state banks and SPDI conversions. Is that just for state banks?
- </c> at a conference with other state at a conference with other state regulators.<00:31:26.159><c> I
Keywords:
stable token, liquidity, trust account, Wyoming, fund distribution, financial regulation, state commission, decentralized, nonprofit association, merger, conversion, liability, membership, governance, indemnification, banking regulation, special purpose depository institution, conversion process, Wyoming state laws, financial services
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee, February 18, 2026
Minerals, Business & Economic Development
Keywords:
stable token, liquidity, trust account, Wyoming, fund distribution, financial regulation, state commission, decentralized, nonprofit association, merger, conversion, liability, membership, governance, indemnification, banking regulation, special purpose depository institution, conversion process, Wyoming state laws, financial services
TX
Bills:
SCR39
Keywords:
border security, southern border, federal immigration policy, illegal immigration, cartels, transnational cartels, fentanyl, drug trafficking, human trafficking, Operation Lone Star, Texas border, National Guard, state guard, border wall, border barriers, customs and border protection, CBP, Department of Homeland Security, reimbursement, state sovereignty
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs Mar 10th, 2025
S/C on Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Keywords:
healthcare, insurance, vaccine, public health, emergency response, vaccine distribution, healthcare legislation, state coordination, veterans, disability, employment preference, state agency hiring, supplemental security income, PTSD, mental health, grants, treatment protocols, pilot program, personalized treatment, neuroinflammation
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Conference Committee on Health and Human Services Oversight May 5th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Rules
Bills:
SB893
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions Mar 16th, 2026
Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions
Transcript Highlights:
- In the rest of the state, that percentage is likely even higher.
- At both the state and local At both the state and local level, Massachusetts has made some progress in
- Whether preemption by the federal government over states, or states over municipal governments, preemption
- This is a top issue with my colleagues in other states.
- Those that are looking to potentially impact the state revenue picture and also put useful state resources
Bills:
H5009
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- How does that... ...50% for the dealers and 50% goes to the state account.
- How does that, now that it's $25, is it still a 50-50 split or is it $25 to the state only?
- the state or the country, and keep our economy moving.
- Because of that, we were looking at losing many of these folks in our state.
- And because of that, we were looking at losing many of these folks in our state.
Bills:
HB2347
Keywords:
luxury aircraft tax, tax reduction, economic impact, business aviation, state revenue, 904, all
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> only state projects. only state projects.
- State projects only. >> That they would work on state projects only. >> Only. >> State projects only.
- State projects only. >> That they would work on state projects only. >> Only. >> State projects only.
- State projects only. >> That they would work on state projects only. >> Only. >> State projects only.
- State projects only. >> That they would work on state projects only. >> Only. >> State projects only.
Bills:
SB2066
Keywords:
permitting, construction, efficiency, state projects, county collaboration, funding, staffing shortages, 912, senate, all
Summary:
The joint committees on Energy, Intergovernmental Affairs, and Government Operations heard Senate Bill 2066 on county permitting and inspection. Testimony focused on whether the bill should exempt state projects from county permitting requirements. One testifier opposed the measure, arguing it would bypass established permitting processes, weaken good government, and put the public at risk. A DOE representative said the intent was to speed up state projects, but suggested a different approach: funding county positions dedicated solely to state permits, possibly as a pilot program, rather than removing county review entirely. Committee members discussed the difficulty of moving state projects through county systems, the lack of special treatment, and whether a more systematic or standardized process could be created for repetitive projects.
After the discussion, the chairs announced a substantive rewrite of SB 2066. The amended version would delete the county-permitting exemptions for state projects and instead create a cooperative working group to address the intersection of state projects and county permitting needs. The revised measure would also include a blank appropriation for counties to fund personnel to expedite permitting for state projects only. Members clarified that any funded staff would be dedicated solely to state projects. The committee then took votes on the revised measure.
The committees adopted the amended bill. The Government Operations Committee recommended the Senate draft one version, and members present voted yes, with Senator Awa excused. The measure was adopted with the revised approach and an effective date set for April 19, 2042.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:19:19.280><c> by</c><00:19:19.440><c> a</c> state agencies are regulated by a state agencies
- Please state your name and your presentation.
- ,</c><00:29:07.520><c> county</c> coordinated efforts with state, county coordinated efforts with state
- </c><00:38:25.119><c> Um</c> for the division of state parks. Um for the division of state parks.
- We're going to permit state counties.
Bills:
SB2187
Keywords:
housing, economic development, tourism, state department, renaming, Hawaii Revised Statutes, 910, house, all
Summary:
The joint House Tourism and Water and Land hearing focused on HB 1947, which would repeal the Hawaii Tourism Authority, create an Office of Tourism in DBEDT, and establish a Division of Destination Management in DLNR. The Attorney General opposed provisions allowing the new tourism office or advisory board to hire independent attorneys, and also noted civil service and transfer-of-functions issues, including the need for standard transition language for employees, contracts, records, and equipment. DNR said it stood on its written comments, while the Department of Taxation also stood on its written testimony.
HTA opposed the bill, arguing that Act 132 had already improved its governance and that destination management should remain within a single, holistic tourism framework. HTA said it is better positioned to coordinate with counties, communities, and state agencies on both tourism promotion and mitigation of impacts, and pointed to its strategic plan and DMAP work as evidence. The County of Kauai Office of Economic Development also opposed the bill, saying tourism issues cross multiple agencies and that coordination is best handled by one entity rather than splitting responsibilities between DBEDT and DLNR. One member of the public testified in support with reservations, saying Hawaii needs stronger leadership and control, but also warning that dissolving HTA would be a major change.
During questioning, committee members pressed HTA on why destination management should not simply be handled by DLNR if HTA already consults with it on land-use and conservation issues. HTA responded that its role is broader than conservation alone and includes balancing economic development, visitor management, and resident quality of life, while deferring to DLNR on matters within DLNR’s jurisdiction. The hearing then moved to decision-making, where the chairs announced amendments that removed the transfer of destination management to DLNR, added counties and state/county agency assistance to the Office of Tourism, and made other conforming changes. The House committees voted to recommend HB 1947 pass with amendments, with several members voting aye and some voting with reservations, and the hearing was adjourned.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Transportation Jan 15th, 2026 at 04:00 pm
Transportation
Transcript Highlights:
- provide reliable service to our customers, the state should operate Washington State Ferries.
- The state.
- Now, Ashley will be able to give you a little better sense of the state of roads and paving in our state
- require local and state revenue.
- of because we own the most road miles in the state, we own the most bridges in the state.
Bills:
SB5989
Keywords:
aircraft fuel tax, tax revenue distribution, aviation funding, transportation, state revenue, 904, all
Summary:
The committee first met in executive session and advanced Senate Bill 5989, which would redistribute sales tax revenue from aircraft fuel. Staff said the bill’s general fund impacts made it more appropriate for the Ways and Means Committee, and the committee voted to advance it there without recommendation.
The rest of the meeting was a work session focused on transportation preservation. Transportation Secretary Julie Meredith reviewed WSDOT’s 2025 work and 2026 priorities, emphasizing safety, preservation, emergency response, and major projects such as Revive I-5, the I-90 Vantage Bridge, the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project, fish passage, and ferry service. She described significant system needs, including aging bridges, ferries, roads, and facilities, and said the governor’s supplemental budget would make a down payment on the preservation backlog. Members praised WSDOT’s work and asked about additional paving and preservation capacity in 2026.
Washington State Ferries officials John Vizina and Jenna Forty focused on vessel and terminal preservation, noting the system’s 75th anniversary, improved service in 2025, and the aging fleet and terminal infrastructure. They said the governor’s budget proposes $1 billion for three additional hybrid-electric ferries and $150 million to extend the life of older vessels, and they discussed the Fauntleroy terminal replacement and the service contingency plan. Senators asked about the feasibility of diesel alternatives, the timeline for new vessels, and whether additional vessels would require rebidding.
Representatives from the Association of Washington Cities, the Transportation Improvement Board, county engineers, and the County Road Administration Board then described local preservation needs. Cities and counties said their road, bridge, and sidewalk systems face large maintenance backlogs, rising costs, and storm damage from the December floods, with local agencies reporting significant repair costs and emergency response burdens. They urged sustained state and local revenue for preservation, noted that existing grant and preservation programs are oversubscribed, and emphasized that recent investments have improved pavement conditions where funding has been sustained.
TX
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate State and Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025 at 09:00 am
State and Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- the state.
- And there are other states that limit that as well.
- citizen to apply for a North Dakota State Library card.
- The State Library mails materials to every patron in every part of the state, from Hettinger and the
- So we do have the exception to that, of course, would be state employees who reside out of state, and
Bills:
HB1162
Keywords:
Lake Agassiz, water authority, board of directors, state highways, water management, 908, all
Summary:
The committee heard House Bill 1162, which would add the West Fargo mayor as a voting member of the Lake Agassiz Water Authority board. The sponsor and Fargo’s mayor argued West Fargo has grown into a major regional water stakeholder and should have a formal vote, while members questioned the board structure and why the change was not framed more specifically. The bill was supported in testimony, closed without opposition, and received a 6-0 do pass recommendation.
The committee then took up House Bill 1259 on annual legislative sessions and session structure. Members adopted an amendment that left the structure and logistics of sessions to legislative management rather than prescribing details in statute, after discussion about flexibility, committee workload, annual versus biennial sessions, and concerns about preserving debate and committee process. The amended bill received a 4-2 do pass recommendation, with some members voting no because they preferred a different committee recommendation or had concerns about the broader change.
House Bill 1254, which would allow any North Dakota resident to obtain a State Library card, drew supportive testimony from the bill sponsor and State Library staff. They said the change would align law with current practice and expand access to books, e-materials, and other resources statewide, including for military families and out-of-state state employees. The committee closed the hearing and approved the bill 6-0.
The committee also considered House Bill 1469, which narrows financial disclosure requirements so only business or trust interests directly related to the office sought or held must be disclosed. After brief discussion that the change would reduce unnecessary disclosure burdens, the committee adopted the amendment and then gave the bill a 6-0 do pass recommendation. House Bill 1368, dealing with administrative rules and the standard for challenging them, was opposed by committee counsel as too broad and legally problematic; the committee rejected it on a 4-2 do not pass vote. Finally, House Bill 1219, which would reduce the required perpetual care fund set-aside for certain cemeteries from 20% to 10%, received supportive testimony from the sponsor, cemetery representatives, and local users, but also concern about long-term fund health. The committee ultimately recommended do pass on a 5-1 vote.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:19:08.880><c> we</c> terms of transparency to the state we terms of transparency to the state
- </c> operating debt is the term the state operating debt is the term the state uses<00:20:43.200><c>
- c><00:35:38.640><c> rules</c><00:35:39.520><c> this</c> States and state laws and rules this States and
- </c><00:45:04.079><c> of</c> the committee on the current state of the committee on the current state
- </c> in our district comes from state in our district comes from state aid<00:47:38.160><c> so</c><00
Keywords:
education, mandate relief, school funding, local control, state laws, fund transfers, 1183, house
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/4/25
Commerce Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> stabilize the state stabilize the state budget<00:18:03.840><c> health</c><00:18:04.039><c> plans
- He said all states do it a little bit differently, and comparing one state to another can be difficult
- or you you could be in those two states or you you could be a<00:19:49.799><c> state</c><00:19:50.000
- </c><00:19:58.240><c> do</c> fees as was mentioned other states do fees as was mentioned other states
- </c><00:25:46.960><c> may</c> various mandates that the state may various mandates that the state may
Bills:
HF837
MS
Mississippi 2025 Regular Session
Investigate State Offices - Room 113, 3 March, 2025; 2:30 P.M.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Education Oversight REVISED: HB1937 - Added Mar 4th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Education Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- Those are also high educators that each of us know are in the top 100 jobs needed in the state.
- believe that under the current language, if a parent simply calls the principal or the superintendent stating
Keywords:
HB1937, Oklahoma schools, student communications, electronic communication, digital communication, parent notification, legal guardian, school personnel, teachers, coaches, administrators, charter schools, public schools, administrative leave, corroborated report, investigation, employee file, discipline, termination, school board
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Education Oversight REVISED: HB1937 - Added Mar 4th, 2026
Education Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- Those are also high indicators that each of us know are in the top 100 jobs needed in the state of Oklahoma
- that under the current language, if a parent simply calling the principal or the superintendent and stating
Keywords:
HB1937, Oklahoma schools, student communications, electronic communication, digital communication, parent notification, legal guardian, school personnel, teachers, coaches, administrators, charter schools, public schools, administrative leave, corroborated report, investigation, employee file, discipline, termination, school board
Summary:
The Education Oversight committee heard and advanced several House bills, mostly with policy recommendations or amendments accepted and then due-pass votes. HB 4358, by Pro Tem Moore, would limit screen time for pre-K through fifth grade and shift online testing/remediation provisions to shorter, per-class-period limits; it was sent out due pass. HB 2398, by Rep. Hill, would recognize “credentials of value” for students in career tech and higher education based on workforce demand and other indicators, and it also passed due pass. HB 3557, by Rep. Williams, would keep 4-H fundraising money in the county where it was raised and prevent commingling with other funds; the committee agreed to strike the title and send it out due pass.
The committee also advanced HB 3129, which would prevent colleges from charging security fees to students or student organizations based on public expression, and HB 3312, which would create K-12 firearms education curriculum developed with OSDE and CLEET, focused on safety, storage, and response, with no live firearms or ammunition. HB 2210 modernizes the youth apprenticeship program by allowing earlier entry into career pathways, expanding eligibility, and assigning CareerTech oversight and ROI reporting; it passed due pass. HB 1937, in a committee substitute, was discussed at length and would require corroborating evidence before school personnel are suspended over alleged improper communications with students, while still requiring action and reporting; it was also sent out due pass.
Finally, HB 3021, a lengthy graduation-related cleanup bill, was explained as reconciling conflicting statutes and making several technical changes, including allowing tribal language to count as a non-English language for graduation purposes. After extensive stakeholder work and a late-filed committee substitute, the committee accepted the PCS and sent the bill out due pass. The meeting concluded after all House bills on the agenda were advanced.