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AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/11/2026 - Senate Health and Human Services

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • The limit increase is subject to review by the Joint Legislative Budget Council, but the Joint Legislative
  • Budget Committee, and may not exceed 1,000 members without legislative authority.
  • The limit increase is subject to review by the joint legislative budget council, but joint legislative
  • budget committee and may not exceed 1,000 members without legislative authority.
  • Again, another bill legislating Access into good behavior.
Summary: The committee first approved the February 4 minutes and then heard Senate Bill 1086, which would require AHCCCS contractors to reimburse non-contracting providers for certain laboratory services when a member was referred by a contracting provider, and would bar prior authorization for diagnostic services and retaliation tied to such referrals. AHCCCS testified neutral but warned the prior-authorization ban could increase utilization and create fiscal and federal compliance concerns. The committee adopted the Warner amendment limiting non-contracting reimbursement to no more than contracting-provider rates, then passed SB 1086 as amended on a 4-2 vote. The committee next took up Senate Bill 1611, an emergency measure to require AHCCCS to contract with an administrative services organization for program integrity and case management functions for the American Indian Health Plan, while keeping AHCCCS ultimately responsible. The chair’s amendment expanded the ASO’s duties to include provider support, quality improvement, and data analytics, removed AHCCCS claims payment authority, added more tribal observers, and exempted IHS and tribal facilities. Testimony strongly supported reforming the system after fraud and overcorrection harmed Native members and providers, but AHCCCS raised concerns about the fast timeline, possible duplication of fraud-fighting functions, and the need for 45 days of tribal consultation. The committee adopted the amendment and passed SB 1611 as amended on a 5-2 vote. Senate Bill 1630 would create a Medicaid-funded home and community-based services program for adults with serious mental illness, capped initially at 250 members under the Angius amendment, with semiannual reporting and a process for future expansion only if costs are reduced or neutral. Supporters said the bill would help the sickest SMI patients avoid repeated hospitalizations, jail, and homelessness, and could save the state general fund by shifting costs to federal Medicaid funding; AHCCCS was neutral and said it was finalizing the fiscal estimate. The committee adopted the amendment and passed SB 1630 unanimously. The committee also passed SB 1193, protecting emergency medical care technician personal information from disclosure; SB 1318, repealing an outdated state dense-breast notification requirement to align with FDA language; and SB 1345, restricting anonymous complaints against health care institutions, though AHCCCS warned that federal law may still require investigation of complaints from any source and that the bill could reduce reporting and invite litigation.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

GVO DEFER, GVO Public Hearings 02-05-2026

Government Operations

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's all we have on this testimony for this piece of legislation.
  • I just want to make a note that legislation regarding SAR comes forth and there’s no solid foundation
  • I just want to make a note that legislation regarding SAR comes forth and there’s no solid foundation
  • So that is a key word, and the legislation was written fine. >> Okay, great.
  • So that is a key word and that that that the<00:32:37.919> legislative the legislative the legislative
Summary: The committee met for decision-making on measures heard earlier in the week and took up a series of government operations, procurement, public records, public meetings, and related bills. Several measures were deferred one week to February 12, 2026, including bills on state construction projects, government accountability, gubernatorial appointments, the legislature, public procurement, and a bill on Hawaiian lei sales, largely so the committee could compare similar measures, address concerns, or integrate related reports. The committee also deferred SB 2449 on public meetings for the year, citing concerns that the proposed business-day definition was overly prescriptive and unnecessary. The committee passed several bills with amendments. These included measures clarifying UIPA applicability to records created or maintained by agencies, with amendments changing “government function” to “agency function” and committee report language noting Attorney General concerns and exempting ERS for now; SB 2811 on state building projects with technical amendments and a delayed effective date; SB 2809 on budget-related reports; SB 2336 on trees, with a Senate draft and removal of “political subdivision”; SB 2308 on small purchase vendor compliance, setting the threshold at $5,000 and adding a delayed effective date; SB 2601 on procurement, reorganizing misdemeanor language and leaving funding/FTE issues to Ways and Means; SB 2219 on a capital visitor center working group; and SB 2849 on public meetings, with technical amendments and a delayed effective date. Bills on neighborhood board concerns and public notice were also adopted, with SB 2929 drawing testimony both for and against. Testimony was generally supportive on procurement and small business measures, especially SB 2928 establishing permanent small business procurement coordinator positions, which drew strong support from the State Procurement Office, DBEDT, the Chamber of Commerce, DOT, the Ethics Commission, and others. On public notice, the County of Maui supported allowing website posting, while another witness raised concerns about accessibility, centralized notice locations, and impacts on kūpuna and people with disabilities. On search and rescue, the committee heard support for creating a statewide coordination structure, along with discussion of where such an office should reside; the Attorney General raised constitutional and placement concerns, while witnesses suggested law enforcement, DLNR, or DoD as possible homes. The committee also heard support for a bill protecting home addresses of covered public servants and candidates, though the Public First Law Center urged broader coverage and a better fit with existing law.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

GVO Public Hearing 02-03-2026

Government Operations

Transcript Highlights:
  • Uh, Legislative Reference Bureau. They too have written comments. Um, we have Hope for Hawaii.
  • Uh, Legislative Reference Bureau. They too have written comments. Um, we have Hope for Hawaii.
  • It is to be maintained and operated by the Legislative Reference Bureau and requires a joint legislative
  • Bureau and Legislative Reference Bureau and requires<00:38:02.560> a<00:38:02.720> joint
  • c><00:38:02.960> legislative<00:38:03.440> access requires a joint legislative access requires
Summary: The committee heard several government operations measures, beginning with SB 2064 on state construction projects, which would create an office of the state architect within DAGS to oversee design review and approvals for state construction. DAGS said it stood on its written testimony, DECAB supported the bill, DOT supported it, and HGA opposed it. No audience testimony or member questions were taken, and the chair moved on. The committee then took up SB 2312 on government contracts, which would make records held by private contractors performing government functions subject to UIPA. The State Procurement Office, Attorney General, OIP, ERS, DHS, and HGA offered comments or opposition, while the League of Women Voters, Public First Law Center, All Hawaii News, Grassroots, and several individuals supported the bill. Public First Law Center argued the bill closes a loophole and does not expand or reduce existing exemptions, while OIP and others raised concerns about privacy, confidential information, and the need for clearer procedures. Members discussed possible clarifying amendments, including changing “government function” to “agency,” and the bill was left for further consideration. Other measures discussed included SB 2662 on government accountability, which would require justification and caps for external consultants; ERS and DOT opposed it, while the American Council of Engineering Companies of Hawaii and Airlines Committee of Hawaii argued consultants are often more efficient and necessary for major projects. The committee also heard SB 2744 on due process, for which no testimony was received; SB 2809 on budget-related reports, with comments from B&F and the Tax Foundation; SB 2862 on gubernatorial appointments, opposed by the Governor’s Office and the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission and supported by one individual; a bill on continuous legislative sessions, with comments from B&F, LRB, and Hope for Hawaii; SB 2336 on tree management standards, supported by an individual and the Outdoor Circle; and SB 2075 on public procurement local preferences, which drew broad support with comments from SPO and the Attorney General and discussion of simplifying the preference structure. No votes were taken in the excerpt, and the chair repeatedly moved measures along after testimony and questions.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
  • Legislation to impose penalties or punishments for legislators who willfully absent themselves during
  • Legislation to authorize a water conservation districts.
  • So members, I'm really grateful for this piece of legislation.
  • I know we don't have legislative intent anymore, and that's gone, but ...
  • We're going to adjourn in a few minutes to start a new legislative day.
Bills: HB1, HB 2, HB 3, HB 5, HB20, HB 22
Summary: The committee meeting primarily focused on the discussion and passage of several key bills, including SB5, which pertains to supplemental appropriations for disaster relief. This bill was passed unanimously, highlighting the committee's commitment to addressing disaster preparedness. HB20, aimed at reducing fraudulent charitable solicitations during disasters, also saw significant debate, with positive sentiments expressed by its sponsor, Mr. Darby. Additionally, HB22, which expands the authority of the comptroller to fund emergency communication systems, was passed with overwhelming support, indicating a consensus on improving emergency response capabilities within the state. The session concluded with discussions about future legislative measures aimed at strengthening infrastructure against disasters.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development May 21st, 2025

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • This piece of legislation passed the Senate unanimously with bipartisan support.
  • Every one of our counties is impacted. ...it or can be impacted by this piece of legislation.
  • I believe this represents a good piece of legislation, and I respectfully request a favorable vote from
  • This can also happen to legislators, and that is real serious.
  • Free speech, and you will beckon all other states in the United States to follow this legislation.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Business and Commerce Apr 24th, 2025

Business & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • We believe there may be a way to accomplish this at the dealer. without legislation and the agency is
  • We are appreciative of Senator Hall filing this legislation and and we thank you, Chairman Schwartner
  • on legislative draft.
  • James Madison warned us that the accumulation of all powers legislative, executive, and judiciary in
  • My office is committed to working with those groups to find opportunities to improve this legislation
Summary: The meeting of the Senate Business and Commerce Committee was marked by discussions on several significant bills, with a keen emphasis on legislative updates and committee substitutes. Notably, Senator Blanco presented a new committee substitute for SB2610, which modifies the employee cap from 100 to 250 and extends the update timeline for cyber security programs for small businesses. This substitute was adopted unanimously, reflecting a collaborative agreement among the committee members. Additionally, there were discussions surrounding SB1856 as Senator Crayton provided insights into how stakeholder feedback influenced the bill's committee substitute. The committee ultimately voted in favor, pushing it towards the local and contested calendar, indicating the bill's progression through legislative channels.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Apr 23rd, 2025

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • The language in this bill is also very similar to previous legislation that has been approved here for
  • Additionally, this legislation allows the fund to adopt an actuarially determined employer contribution
  • We respectfully ask for your support in passing this legislation.
  • But again, we don't take positions for or against legislation.
  • I represent the legislative committee of the Texas Cemetery and Crematory Association.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Apr 23rd, 2025

Pensions, Investments & Financial Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • Today, we had a lot of legislation on the floor of the House.
  • In the last legislative session, employees... ...with the Teacher's Retirement System received both a
  • It was primarily being underfunded because of the lack of legislative support.
  • And he said this, I quote, "I can't speak on legislative intent quite frankly.
  • Importantly, this legislation aligns with ERS.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Business and Commerce (Part I) Feb 18th, 2025

Business & Commerce

Transcript Highlights:
  • Legislative approval is required before the comptroller may transfer money from the reserve.
  • Showing the 32 states that have filed similar legislation.
  • No private investment, only legislatively appropriated funds.
  • Are there any safeguards you would recommend for this legislation?
  • Well, we'll see what the parameters are in the legislation.
OK
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  • Thank you for that, but no, the intent for this legislation is to complete the application.
  • We don't need legislation for every issue in the state. Let's not be ridiculous.
  • Speaker, I'm gonna encourage everybody today to support this legislation because, at the end of the day
  • Is there any specific example that led to this legislation?
  • When the process improves or in any way changes, we would then have to legislate those changes.
OK
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  • So, there's a piece of legislation that you feel would work to to put the heat on them.
  • The reason was is because this was found out later on in the legislative process.
  • So it came after the issue was brought up after the deadline for filing legislation in December.
  • I believe this piece of legislation is ineligible to be heard and under rule 8.4a.
  • To update to federal farm legislation, but we have a long history, even back to the old west.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 02-25-2026 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Mikov Mikoich and Trevor Thomasurro, my session staff; Joe Copshi, the CIP specialist; Alex Ozawa, legislative
  • met the CIP specialist,<00:07:36.479> Alex<00:07:36.880> Ozawa,<00:07:37.680> legislative
  • Mikov Mikoich and Trevor Thomasurro, my session staff; Joe Copshi, the CIP specialist; Alex Ozawa, legislative
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 02-24-2026 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • and legislative staff throughout the West.
  • <00:03:58.480> and development for legislators and development for legislators and legislative
  • legislative staff throughout the West. legislative staff throughout the West.
  • CSG West, where he helps design and lead programs that support elected officials and nonpartisan legislative
  • Will also serves as the liaison to the legislators in Colorado in addition to Hawaii and works closely
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • So he hopes to work with us in the next year for some further legislation on That.
  • I don't think it's proper though to put that specific a process in the legislation.
  • or it's not definitely that designed to kill legislation.
  • So I've I've been in this building for a few years and I've run different legislation.
  • On past legislation, what third-party actuary would she be referring to? That was Aon.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/04/2026 - Senate Government

Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • The department does anticipate an increase in hearing costs associated with this legislation.
  • Joint Legislative Audit Committee. Okay, so you might have JLAC look into this.
  • And so you could— a legislator could not 1487 this, even if they wanted to. All right.
  • So I'll represent less people, but I'll be less powerful in terms of my influence on legislation.
  • Census Bureau must be used to determine the citizen population of each legislative district.
Summary: The committee first heard SB 1036, which would tighten unemployment insurance eligibility by requiring five weekly work-search actions, weekly reporting to DES, cross-checks against outside data sets before payment, and employer reporting when former employees refuse work or return-to-work offers. The sponsor and supporters said the bill is aimed at reducing fraud and overpayments and encouraging faster reemployment, while DES said it was neutral but warned of implementation costs, added workload, and possible impacts on apprenticeship programs and appeals. After a technical amendment was adopted, the bill received a do-pass as amended recommendation on a 4-3 vote. The committee then considered SB 1054, a strike-everything amendment dealing with city and town emergency measures. The bill would make local emergency ordinances and resolutions subject to referendum, with a 30-day filing window and a ballot vote determining whether the measure remains in effect. Mayors and council members from Payson testified in support, describing repeated use of emergency clauses to pass tax and bond measures and arguing the practice undermines the constitutional referendum right; the League of Arizona Cities and Towns opposed the bill, saying it would defeat the purpose of emergency powers and slow city responses to true crises. The committee adopted the amendment and gave the bill a do-pass as amended recommendation on a 4-2 vote. Next, SCR 1022 was heard, proposing to increase the House from 60 to 90 members, with three House districts nested within each Senate district, subject to voter approval and delayed applicability. The sponsor argued the change would improve representation by reducing the number of constituents per legislator and make Arizona more in line with other states; some members raised concerns about cost, logistics, and the need for more study, while one public witness strongly supported the measure. After adopting an amendment delaying implementation from 2033 to 2043, the resolution received a do-pass as amended recommendation on a 5-2 vote. The committee also approved SB 1271, which would bar municipalities from penalizing businesses based on the number of emergency-service calls or the value of stolen or damaged property, with exceptions for malicious, knowingly false, or frivolous calls. Supporters said the bill protects businesses from being discouraged from calling 911, and the Goldwater Institute said it would preserve access to emergency services while still allowing action on false alarms; the bill passed 6-1. SB 1437, requiring public records to be provided in the least expensive manner possible and electronically when requested, also passed unanimously after testimony from Goldwater about high fees and delays for electronic records. Finally, the committee began hearing SB 1439, a strike-everything amendment creating a Conservative Grassroots Network special license plate and fund, but the transcript cuts off before testimony or action on that item.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Judiciary Committee Meeting - 2025-04-03

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • Of the legislative committee with MCPR, and then I'm also the Agronomy Sales Manager at Cottonwood Co-op
  • I can walk through the current legislative framework and how it creates these problems, but I'll need
  • While the legislation creates a mandatory protective order that purports to limit the use of this data
  • My name is Hannah Martin, and I am the Legislative Chair for MACDL, which is the Minnesota Association
  • So, you know, we all know that making assumptions and legislating is a bad idea.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Judiciary Finance and Civil Law Committee 4/3/25 - Part 2

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Transcript Highlights:
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