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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Education Committee Mar 12th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- , as we've been hearing lately, school budgets are stretched as well.
- And then, but if it fails, then yes, I would request reconsideration. Mr.
- As a member of Budget Sub 3, I'm looking forward to hearing more about the budget conversation for this
- As a member of Budget Sub 3, I'm looking forward to hearing more about the budget conversation for this
- letter and request to make sure we can get through this.
Summary:
The Assembly Education Committee met for its first hearing of the session, adopted its committee rules on a 6-0 vote, and then heard several bills. AB 347, which would require written notice to students about the right to opt out of animal dissection and receive a comparable assignment, drew strong support from the author, a student, and multiple advocacy and education groups, while opponents argued it would burden teachers and duplicate existing law. The committee approved AB 347 on a 7-0 vote and sent it to Appropriations.
AB 281, which would expand parent access to sex education materials and require disclosure of outside consultants’ credentials, drew mixed testimony. Supporters framed it as a transparency and parent-rights measure, while school administrators and county education officials said current law already allows inspection and that the bill would create an unfunded administrative burden. After extended member discussion, the bill failed on a 4-3 vote with one abstention, though reconsideration was granted. AB 65, which would provide paid pregnancy leave for educators without requiring them to exhaust sick leave first, was supported by teachers, CTA, and the State Treasurer, but opposed by school administrators and business officials over cost concerns; it passed 6-0 to Higher Education.
The committee also approved AB 361, which would extend and expand LAUSD’s best-value procurement authority for school construction to all school districts for five years, on a 5-0 vote with one abstention. AB 86, which would require the State Board of Education to adopt standardized K-8 health education instructional materials, passed 5-0. Finally, AB 228, the Zaki Fast Act, was introduced to clarify that schools may stock any federally approved epinephrine delivery system, including newer devices beyond auto-injectors, and was presented with testimony from the bill’s young namesake and his family; the transcript cuts off before the committee vote on that measure.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Ways and Means (04/15/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><01:43:29.600><c> and</c> put in House Bill 2 and the budget and put in House Bill 2 and the budget
- </c> have to think about that every budget have to think about that every budget and<01:50:14.880><c>
- Next, I have a former state rep. budget process. So that would be my budget process.
- year and should be a budgeted thing.
- I make a request of the chair.
Summary:
The committee held a public hearing on SB 60, which would expressly authorize advanced deposit wagering for horse racing in New Hampshire and set the online tax rate at 1.25%, matching the existing rate for in-person horse betting at Seabrook and Belmont. Senator Tim Lang said the bill is intended to clarify that online horse betting is permitted, regulate the activity, and create a revenue stream while keeping the tax rate consistent with brick-and-mortar wagering. Members asked about the rate compared with other states, whether the bill was really about casino front money, and whether geofencing would apply; Lang and later witnesses said the bill is narrowly limited to parimutuel horse racing and would use geofencing to keep wagering within New Hampshire.
Peter Bragdon, speaking for Churchill Downs, supported the bill and described advanced deposit wagering as remote betting on horse races under the Interstate Horse Racing Act of 1978. He said Churchill Downs and other operators have long been active in New Hampshire, but the state’s lack of a specific statute has created a gray area. Bragdon said Churchill Downs stopped its own New Hampshire online operations in 2022 after discussions with the Lottery Commission and attorney general, while competitors continued operating, and he framed the bill as a fairness and consumer-protection measure that would clarify the law going forward. He also said the bill would not affect historic horse racing machines and would not create cannibalization of charitable gaming.
Lottery Director Charlie McIntyre said the Lottery Commission and attorney general had identified the issue as similar to the earlier fantasy sports situation, where legislation was used to regulate an activity rather than pursue enforcement. He said the commission requested the bill, would serve as the regulator, and would address violations through rulemaking and penalties. McIntyre said operators would maintain customer and transaction records, with the commission reviewing them as needed, and he noted that three operators are currently active in the state and not paying the proposed 1.25% rate. No vote was taken during the hearing.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Capital Planning Advisory Board (5-21-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Our next request is a routine request for superfund site cleanup of $6 million.
- and are requesting again.
- and are requesting again.
- and are requesting again.
- Is um a continuation that we've requested in the past and are requesting again.
Summary:
The Capital Planning Advisory Board met for its first meeting of the year, confirmed a quorum, approved the prior year’s minutes, and welcomed new co-chairs and members. The board reviewed the capital planning timeline and a list of agencies that submitted plans but would not testify. Members were reminded to keep presentations brief because of a packed agenda.
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services presented first, outlining priorities centered on public safety, infrastructure preservation, and preventive maintenance. Its requests included a $21 million maintenance pool, phase two funding for a new state public health laboratory, construction of an 18-bed children’s psychiatric hospital, and several projects at Western State Hospital and Western State Nursing Facility, including HVAC work, cooling tower repair or replacement, and chiller plant repiping. Additional projects covered elevator upgrades at Hazlewood and phased cottage renovations at Oakwood. Board members asked about vacant buildings, the cost per bed for the youth psychiatric facility, and the relationship between the CHFS youth facility and a separate DJJ facility; CHFS said the youth facility would serve DCBS-involved youth and be separate from the DJJ project.
The Kentucky Department of Education then described its state-operated facilities, including the Kentucky School for the Deaf, the Kentucky School for the Blind, and the FFA leadership training center. Its priorities included additional funding for the FFA classroom and activity building, a rewrite of the SEEK education finance application system, renovation and repair of the FFA swimming pool, electrical upgrades, campus education enhancements, safety and security work, door and window replacements, and HVAC maintenance. Members asked about student outcomes, the size and cost of the swimming pool project, and construction cost assumptions; KDE said it tracks student outcomes through special education staff and that current estimates reflect higher post-COVID construction costs.
The Education and Labor Cabinet began its presentation with 12 priority projects, including a state labor exchange system, renovation of the McDow Vocational Rehabilitation Center, and a new adult education and family literacy management information system. The cabinet said the labor exchange would connect job seekers and employers at no cost, while the McDow renovation was needed because the 30-year-old facility faces safety and code concerns. The cabinet planned to continue through the remaining priorities and answer questions at the end of its presentation.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee Aug 1st, 2025
Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- It's a huge chunk of the state's budget; it's about $10 billion.
- When it comes to the federal budgets, budget deficits, and debt, you can see that we've been spending
- There's not a ton of room for cutting within that budget.
- You're out of your budget.
- This is more for the statewide budget.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Education Study Apr 30th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- PED agency budget lives in House Bill 2.
- How does that compare with the 2026 budget? Mr.
- So, I'd just be respectful request for that, Mr. Chairman.
- School for the blind in the budget, but it's not in statute.
- And we're always going into our operational budget.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 03/18/25
Environment, Climate, and Legacy
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- But on this budget, on this committee, I want you to stick to the budget. Ms.
- There's a $20.3 million reduction in the budget authority to realign actual expenditures with the budget
- budget.
- 27% of the budget.
- I'm trying to find out if they got a budget for it. Let's stick with the budget.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 3/27/25
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- We're happy to present the governor's budget proposal.
- I sincerely governor's budget proposal.
- So we've had an initial request for comment put out.
- </c> of a 60-day comment period if requested of a 60-day comment period if requested by<01:31:59.360>
- </c><01:37:02.480><c> for</c> applicant back with further requests for applicant back with further requests
Keywords:
HF1587, Cass County, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, DNR, condemnation, eminent domain, state land, surplus land, public waters, tribal land transfer, federally recognized Indian Tribe, tribal ownership, land conveyance, no consideration, land appropriation, natural resources, U.S. Highway 2, Section 27 Township 145 North Range 28 West, land return, Tribal sovereignty
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 5 on State Administration Apr 8th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Assembly Budget Subcommittee 5 on State Administration Hearing today.
- Some of those will be future budget asks, not for this hearing or for this budget cycle.
- That's what our budget should be used for. We support the governor's budget. Thank you. Thank you.
- CA RISE is more than a budget line.
- Genevieve Morales, Assembly Budget.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 3/3/26
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- That request for proposal announced that we had $103,388,000 available for funding.
- Conditions related to budget amendments.
- that are reviewed against the approved work plan and budget.
- that are reviewed against the approved work plan and budget.
- So if somebody submits a request for reimbursement for something that has not been approved in the budget
Keywords:
natural resources, environment, sustainability, conservation, outdoor recreation, land acquisition, real property, trust fund, commissioner approval, Department of Natural Resources, DNR, conservation easement, land purchase, state land, public lands, property acquisition, value assessment, tax assessed value, Metropolitan Council, Board of Water and Soil Resources
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Audit and Fiscal Review Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Our budget director is going to be working with President Molander on the annual budget and biennial
- budget process.
- And we're over, we're under budget right now.
- DPI budget.
- It was on the budget side.
Summary:
The committee met to receive a series of audit presentations, beginning with the statewide Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year 2025. The State Auditor’s Office and OMB reported a clean, unmodified opinion for the state, with strong financial results including a $40.6 billion net position, $30.99 billion in assets, $1.81 billion in liabilities, and continued Legacy Fund growth. OMB also explained the new GASB 101 compensated-absences reporting change and discussed pension-liability fluctuations tied to discount-rate assumptions and investment performance. Members asked about how the state compares to others and about the effect of short-term commodity price swings, and OMB said the report reflects actual fiscal-year results rather than forecasts.
The committee then heard the University System audit, which also received a clean opinion but included four findings: misreporting of Strategic Investment and Improvements Fund revenue, insufficient monitoring of service organizations at CTS, NDSU, and UND, improper bank reconciliations at Dakota College of Bottineau, Dickinson State, and Williston State, and investment/cash reconciliation problems at Bismarck State College related to bond proceeds. University officials agreed with the findings and said corrective actions were underway, including internal review of bank reconciliations. Members raised questions about NDSU’s use of certificates of deposit, and university staff explained that CDs are used to earn interest on funds being accumulated for future projects.
Several other audits were presented, most with clean opinions and no findings, including the State Auditor’s Office, Workforce Safety and Insurance, Housing Finance Agency, Housing Incentive Fund, Job Service North Dakota, the Retirement and Investment Office, PERS, the Center for Distance Education, the Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents, the Ethics Commission, and the Office of Administrative Hearings. Notable exceptions included a State Fair Association audit with an adverse opinion on the foundation component unit because its financial statements were not available for audit, and a Securities Department performance audit finding that performance-based pay increases and bonuses were issued without required evaluations. The committee also discussed the State Auditor’s future needs, including more staff capacity, data analytics, cybersecurity reviews, possible subpoena authority, independent legal counsel, and whether some audits—such as the Ethics Commission and State Fair—should be handled by independent third parties or under different statutory arrangements.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance Division III (03/28/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- This is a budget math principle. This is a budget process.
- </c> governor's budget. Correct. Yes. Okay. governor's budget. Correct. Yes. Okay.
- </c> does this change any of the budget does this change any of the budget assumptions?
- budget cycle.
- </c> your current budget. Yes, it would. your current budget. Yes, it would.
Summary:
The Division 3 work session focused largely on amendment 1176 to HB 2, which would have incorporated the substance of HB 548FN, a House-passed bill creating a direct-pay or membership-based model for health care facilities. Representative Mlan described the proposal as a way to increase competition in health care by extending the direct-care model used in primary care to facilities, arguing it could encourage innovation and that concerns about widespread harm to critical access hospitals were overstated. He pointed to Oklahoma’s long-standing Surgical Center model as evidence that the approach had not spread broadly or displaced hospitals there.
Several members and witnesses raised concerns. Representative Stringham questioned whether the model would shift profitable services and patients away from existing hospitals, potentially worsening their finances and affecting Medicaid-related funding. David Ross, speaking for county nursing homes, opposed the language because it also removed moratoriums on nursing home, skilled nursing, inpatient rehabilitation, and self-pay beds, warning that it could increase pressure on Medicaid rates and undermine community-based care. Ben Bradley of the New Hampshire Hospital Association said the proposal appeared to create a separate regulatory framework for direct-pay facilities and raised concerns about patient safety, CMS participation rules, and a separate patient bill of rights.
The chair concluded that, because HB 548 was already moving through the Senate, the HB 2 process was not the best vehicle for the policy and that the issue should be left to the Senate’s more deliberative committee process. Representative Ferski moved to not accept or remove amendment 1176 from the agenda, and the committee approved the motion by roll call, 9-0, withdrawing the item from HB 2.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- However, many agencies lack the budget flexibility to meaningfully reward this level.
- The Comptroller's Office and the Legislative Budget Board track the claims and produce...
- The committee substitute to House Bill 500 is the supplemental budget for the... 2425 biennium.
- Chair Huffman, I'm going to go out on a limb and make a really bold request here.
- Your budget somewhere, you may want to consider that.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe that comes from the Hawaii Budget and Policy Center report.
- Budget and Policy Center um report. Uh Budget and Policy Center um report.
- And that way it does not affect the state's debt ceiling or the CIP budget.
- So that's just part of our request, and I'm available for any questions. Thank you.
- Uh, first we have Department of Budget and Finance with comments. Thank you.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- ><c> the</c> Senate file 2754 requests the Senate file 2754 requests the flexibility<00:09:13.440><c>
- ,</c> delivered on everything requested, delivered on everything requested, including<00:45:12.880><c
- /c> annual budget is around annual budget is around 325,000.<00:58:40.240><c> Um</c><00:58:40.960><c>
- </c> annual budget. annual budget.
- Every dollar to balance our budget.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 2/18/26
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> area. uh because the state had requested area. uh because the state had requested that<00:04:09.120
- One is whenever we have Medicaid waiver request or Medicaid state plan request or Medicaid state plan
- As we deliberate on budget issues, what happens to that fiscal note that was associated with that budget
- Of course we also had budget items.
- Requesting us to do it.
Bills:
HF3379
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Education Feb 10th, 2026
Joint Committee on Education
Transcript Highlights:
- In order to serve everyone, we've requested people share any accommodations they may need.
- , This request is about preserving choice, real meaningful choice for families, and about protecting
- My understanding is the initial request was that Hancock file a home rule petition by ourselves, and
- Preservation of local control: Small districts work carefully to balance our budgets each year.
- This bill is not just about budgets.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Education held a hearing on two late-file bills. H. 4867, relative to school choice, drew testimony from leaders, parents, and educators in Hancock, Warwick, Richmond, and Worthington, who said DESE’s interpretation of Chapter 76, Section 12B(k) requires small districts without high schools to pay secondary tuition for nonresident school choice students after they leave the elementary grades. Witnesses said the resulting gap between the $5,000 school choice payment and high school tuition of roughly $13,000 to $18,000 per student has forced some districts to stop accepting school choice students, hurting class sizes, budgets, and rural families’ access to local schools. Committee members questioned how the current rule works, whether students have home high schools to return to, and whether a broader statutory fix could address all districts without secondary programs; testimony indicated the affected districts are a small number of rural communities, with some others having found alternative arrangements. Representative Barrett described the bill as a general solution to an issue that had gone unenforced for years, and the hearing ended with testimony closed on the bill.
The committee also heard H. 4927, relative to protecting access to applied behavior analysis (ABA). Educators and ABA providers testified that the bill would clarify that qualified ABA providers, including BCBAs and RBTs, may deliver services in schools while preserving school safety and operational rules. They argued that better access to ABA would help students with autism make progress on IEP goals, remain in the least restrictive environment, and reduce conflicts between families and districts. A parent described repeated delays in getting promised supports for her young son and said the bill would help ensure follow-through and accountability. The committee then closed testimony on H. 4927 and adjourned after a motion and second.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- President, I request a roll call. Roll call request granted.
- President, I request a roll call. Mr. President, I request a roll call.
- budgets first and not the budget of the state government.
- </c><02:05:17.679><c> of</c><02:05:17.840><c> the</c> budgets first and not the budget of the budgets
- </c> requested. Roll call granted. requested. Roll call granted.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-06-02 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I also asked my constituents if they've ever attended a city budget meeting or a county budget meeting
- So when I challenged them to review their local budget... ...county budget meeting, and over 90% said
- There’s an analogy of a budget airline that I think applies, and Florida is headed to be a budget airline
- To know how Port Charlotte should prioritize their budget.
- This budget amendment prohibits the state of Florida from spending taxpayer money This budget amendment
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 4/9/26
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, this aligns with the budget request from last session, which we did not receive the full amount to
- </c><01:34:51.920><c> for</c> recommended a supplemental budget for recommended a supplemental budget
- </c><01:34:56.880><c> request</c> Uh this aligns with the budget request Uh this aligns with the budget
- underfunded,</c><01:35:08.560><c> and</c> Our current budget is underfunded, and Our current budget
- DNR has two supplemental budget requests or proposals in the governor's supplemental budget.