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MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Vets Committee Meeting - 2026-03-25

Veterans and Military Affairs Division

Transcript Highlights:
  • We begin our meetings with the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands
  • And with man days of state active duty.
  • <00:10:20.920> of just one more way in which the state of just one more way in which the state
  • And so, it's one of the, if not maybe the largest gathering of veterans in the state at any one place
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Education Jan 26th, 2026 at 08:38 am

House Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • As you know, educators give so much of themselves, and they're a huge percentage of our state employees
  • Of our state employees. They work hard every day.
  • It'll put us in parity with other state employees, and we'll help retain educators in the state of New
  • And you can kind of think of us somewhat like the State Department of Ag, where a critical state need
  • As a university and a state agency, one of the key features is that all of our data is public, and we
Bills: SB29, SB64
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Education Jan 26th, 2026 at 08:32 am

Senate Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • I was talking with the dean of the College of Health at New Mexico State over the weekend, and he's all
  • The first is that there are a lot of different pathways to becoming a teacher in the state of New Mexico
  • My name is Stephanie Rodriguez, and I am the Secretary of Higher Education.
  • I did all of this when I was at New Mexico State, and I still remember the numbers of those courses,
  • I know the struggle of many kids across the state.
Bills: SB29, SB64
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations May 5th, 2026

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • may not be residents of the state.
  • Members of the committee, this is Derek Tibodeau with the Office of State Procurement.
  • Members of the committee, this is Derek Tibodeau with the Office of State Procurement.
  • , Office of State Police, and provides for the powers and duties of the task force.
  • of State Landry.
Summary: The committee first handled House Bill 513 by Rep. Young, which would regulate name, image, and likeness issues for intercollegiate and interscholastic athletes, especially high school athletes. Young said the bill reflects recommendations from a statewide NIL task force and sets parental-consent and prohibited-category guardrails while preserving flexibility for colleges. The committee adopted a technical amendment and reported the bill favorably as amended. Members then advanced several procurement and administrative measures. Senate Bill 233 by Sen. Mizell would create a statewide data exchange compact for state agencies; testimony from the Department of Health said it would improve eligibility and program administration by allowing agencies to share data more efficiently, and the bill was reported favorably. Senate Bill 300, also by Mizell, would make various changes to the Procurement Code, including auction techniques in negotiated procurement, sole sourcing for consulting services in limited cases, and other technical and legal remedy revisions; it was reported favorably. Senate Bill 303 by Sen. Cloud would let executive branch agencies directly contract with other states for information technology systems and use the federal GSA schedule, and it was reported favorably as amended. Senate Bill 411 by Sen. DePlessis, removing a 20-year lease cap for certain state property in Orleans Parish, was also reported favorably. The committee then took up several bills affecting criminal justice funding. House Bill 660 by Rep. Egan would raise the state warrant amount used to fund assistant district attorney salaries from $50,000 to $60,000; Egan and district attorneys argued the increase is needed to recruit and retain prosecutors, while an opponent said the state should fund prosecutors and public defenders more equitably. The committee adopted an amendment making the bill effective only upon appropriation and reported it favorably as amended. House Bill 719, also by Egan, would increase the number of assistant district attorney warrants statewide, with most of the new warrants directed to Baton Rouge, St. Tammany, and Caddo; supporters cited workload studies and local needs, while an opponent raised concerns about New Orleans court consolidation and broader funding balance. It too was amended to be subject to appropriation and reported favorably as amended. Other measures included House Bill 76 by Rep. Freeman, which addresses coverage for orally administered anti-cancer medications and was reported favorably as amended after changes to cost-sharing and high-deductible plan language; House Bill 802 by Rep. Sawyer, which redirects existing revenue to watershed and flood-control restoration in the Amite River Basin, was reported favorably as amended; House Bill 940 by Rep. Barrow, creating a law-enforcement task force and rules framework for counter-drone operations, was reported favorably as amended; and House Bill 950 by Rep. Boyd, aimed at consumer protection education for seniors, was reported favorably. House Bill 596 by Rep. McCormick, which would have created an inactive-well fee assessment credit tied to plugging wells, drew concerns that it would reduce funds for orphan-well restoration, and the bill was voluntarily deferred after discussion. House Bill 581 and House Bill 1183 were also voluntarily deferred.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • the individuals under up the majority of the individuals under state<00:30:28.960> guardianship,<
  • a different price it is depending on the part of the state that you're in.
  • the part of the state that you're in. the part of the state that you're in.
  • that are perhaps guardians of the state?
  • :28.000> of<01:04:28.160> the<01:04:28.400> cabinet governor, the secretary of the
Summary: The committee’s first interim meeting opened with roll call and a reminder that Kentucky had 8,641 children in out-of-home care with active placements as of June 1, 2025. The first presentation was from the Center for Courageous Kids (CCK), a donor-funded camp in Scottsville that serves children with lifelong illnesses and disabilities at no charge. Representatives described the camp’s history, its year-round family retreats and summer sessions, its medical and accessibility supports, and its impact on campers’ confidence and independence. They said CCK has served more than 43,000 campers from 46 states and 13 countries, including 22,000 from Kentucky, and noted plans to reach all 120 Kentucky counties. CCK also outlined future capital needs: a new art barn and a medical lodge. The organization said the art barn project would cost $2.5 million, with a legislative request of $1.5 million, and the medical lodge would cost $2.875 million, with a legislative request of $1.75 million. Members responded very positively, with several praising the camp’s work and one member asking about operational challenges. CCK said its main challenges are awareness, staff and volunteer recruitment, and expanding medical and housing capacity; it also said it is accredited by the American Camp Association and receives health and safety visits and audits. The committee then moved to a presentation on adult protective services and state guardianship programs from Jessica Wayne and Cliff Bryant of DCBS. They explained the legal framework for guardianship, the difference between full and limited guardianship/conservatorship, emergency appointments, and the state’s role as a last-resort guardian when no family member or private entity is available. They reported 4,464 individuals under state guardianship as of June 1, with most cases involving dementia, developmental disability, intellectual disability, nursing home or long-term care placement, severe mental illness, or brain injury. They also said the division has 89 field workers across 14 regional offices, with an average caseload of 52 and a goal of reducing that into the mid-40s through additional hiring.
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Ways and Means Education Committee Jan 21st, 2026

Ways and Means Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • 20% reduction of federal or state receipts.
  • of state and federal funding amount of state and federal funding dollars<00:15:06.320> they<00
  • and<00:15:10.800> federal amount of state and federal amount of state and federal appropriations
  • of federal or state or 20% reduction of federal or state receipts.<00:15:24.000> Provides<00:
  • The State of Alabama is heavily dependent upon federal dollars.
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Transcript Highlights:
  • Those are also high educators that each of us know are in the top 100 jobs needed in the state.
  • Representative Hasbe asks if it is the intent of this legislation to have any discussion of how to disarm
  • Certainly, neither one of us would want to do something that would allow the type of abuses that this
  • We've had lots of conversations, and we've been involved in lots of meetings.
  • It's been a labor of love, I guess. Committee, it's been a labor of love, I guess.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Special Committee on COVID 19 April 9, 2020

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Keywords: HI Senate YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8tQ_IM11lI, 2026-07-02T01:22:43+00:00, 2.2.24, Data collected via generic collector engine, This video was aired on Olelo Channel 49 on April 9th, 2020. Footage courtesy of Olelo Community Media. Agenda The special committee will convene to assess and advise the Senate regarding the State of Hawaii's COVID-19 plans and procedures to include, but not limited to: 1) Confirm the development of the state departmental plans and procedures; 2) Review and assess current state departmental plans and procedures; 3) Review and assess whether state departmental plans and procedures are properly and timely implemented to safeguard public health and safety; and 4) To communicate and disseminate information obtained therefrom. The special committee will be meeting with the following: 11:00 a.m. Department of Labor and Industrial Relations Mr. Scott Murakami, Director 12:00 p.m. Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness Mr. Scott Morishige Behavioral Health Services Administration Mr. Edward Mersereau, Deputy Director Partners in Care Ms. Laura E. Thielen, Executive Director 1:00 p.m. Releasing of incarcerated persons Honorable Daniel Foley (Ret.), Special Master 2:00 p.m. Department of Public Safety Mr. Nolan Espinda, Director Please note that there may be committee members or invited speakers participating remotely via video or teleconference. Meeting of the Special Committee Senate State of Hawaii COVID-19 Friday, March 27, 2020 The meeting will be available for live viewing on Olelo Channel 49 on Oahu and will go out live for pick up by neighbor island public access channels. It will also be live-streamed via http://olelo.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=13. No public testimony will be accepted. If you require special assistance, please call 586-6800 or email your request to waysandmeans@capitol.hawaii.gov. -End of Agenda-, 912, senate, all, 2.2.42, 2.1.47
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 6th, 2026 at 04:27 pm

House Appropriations & Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • million for state matching funds to political subdivisions of the state with approved federal assistance
  • million for state matching funds to political subdivisions of the state with approved federal assistance
  • That's a lot of land, a lot of country. Nine million acres in New Mexico are state trust lands.
  • It's a lot of land, a lot of country. Nine million acres in New Mexico are state trust lands.
  • Park Rangers, with the Department of Wildlife, whether as State Park Rangers, with the Department of
Bills: HB2, SB193, SB132, SB35, SB145
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Feb 25th, 2026

Public Safety and Homeland Security

Transcript Highlights:
  • One last thing it does, it makes the executive of the state report in a timely manner to the state that
  • One last thing it does, it makes the executive of the state report in a timely manner to the state that
  • One last thing it does, it makes the executive of the state report in a timely manner to the state that
  • There's currently 26 states that already have some form of this legislation, including a couple that
  • <00:22:43.280> of have a a unique chance in the state of have a a unique chance in the state
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee 4/14/26

Higher Education Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • So, it's not all universities within our state system are the same either. That they are part of.
  • But you know, Representative Frederick is a huge supporter of Minnesota State and of Minnesota State.
  • Frederick is a huge supporter of Frederick is a huge supporter of Minnesota<00:14:41.519> State
  • /c> Minnesota State Mano and and of Minnesota State Mano and and of Minnesota<00:14:43.360> State.
  • First of all, under the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement with Minnesota State
Bills: HF4479, HF4368, HF4889
Summary: The committee approved the April 9 minutes and then took up House File 4479, which would require public postsecondary institutions to make space available for town halls and similar official events by elected officials, with limits intended to keep the events on the official side and not campaign-related. Representative Frederick said the bill is meant to prevent universities from creating barriers such as fees or parking charges and to ensure a neutral, accessible venue for community conversations. The bill was laid over for possible later action. The committee heard supportive testimony from Jim Dimmick of Minnesota State University, Mankato, who argued that town halls should be public, open, moderated, and dialogic rather than speeches, and said universities should be centers for public discourse. He also said charging fees can undermine neutrality and that using partisan student groups to sponsor events can create the appearance of bias. Minnesota State official Mr. Omen said campuses often host these events, fees are set locally to cover costs, and student government sponsorship can sometimes avoid charges; he also noted the fee at Mankato is discounted and depends on room size. Several members raised concerns about the bill. Representative Scott, Chair Robbins, Representative Schwarz, Representative Allen, and others argued that campuses should not be required by statute to give legislators special treatment, that fees and parking costs cover real expenses, and that universities should remain focused on education rather than political events. Questions also focused on who would decide what room size is reasonable, how disputes would be handled, and who would pay for security if protests or safety issues arose. Representative Frederick responded that room selection would be a good-faith partnership with the university, that the bill does not require a town hall or guarantee a specific room, and that security funding is not spelled out in the bill.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

PBS Public Hearing - Wed Feb 18, 2026 @ 10:00 AM HST

Public Safety

Transcript Highlights:
  • We have a responsibility to the taxpayers of the state to make sure that public monies are doled out
  • The state of Hawaii spends between $60,000 and $112,000 a year to house one inmate.
  • The state of Hawaii spends between $60,000 and $112,000 a year to house one inmate.
  • the number of committed felons incarcerated in private out-of-state correctional institutions to in-state
  • incarcerated felons at that time in private out-of-state correctional institutions back to in-state
Summary: The committee heard House Bill 1997, which would require IEPs for students with disabilities to include individualized emergency accommodations and evacuation supports. The Attorney General’s office supported the intent but recommended amendments to explicitly include students with Section 504 plans and to change references from “department schools” to “public schools” so charter school students are covered. Testimony in support came from disability advocates and several individuals, including Peter Fritz, who said emergency evacuation planning should be made explicit because it is not clearly required by federal law, and Ka Swan, who emphasized student safety during emergencies. No vote or final action was taken on the bill in the transcript. The committee then took up House Bill 2343, relating to the Maui State Veterans Home. The measure would repeal a deadline for transferring the home to a state agency with a Maui affiliation and instead require the transfer to occur as soon as practicable. The Department of Defense, the Office of Veterans Services, HHSC Oahu Region, and several individuals testified in support. Committee members asked whether a more definite deadline should be used, but the department said the open-ended language was preferable because the Maui entity is not yet ready and Oahu is currently providing oversight. No vote or final action was recorded. House Bill 2566, authorizing special license plates for Hawaii Civil Air Patrol members, was also heard. The City and County of Honolulu Department of Customer Services testified in opposition, while Johnny Perry testified in support. The committee did not take a vote in the transcript. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 2493 on wrongful imprisonment compensation procedures. The Attorney General’s office opposed the bill, arguing it would create an automatic payment mechanism without a sufficient finding of actual innocence, could trigger payments within five days of dismissal, and raised concerns about insufficient time for prosecution review and about funding and appropriation issues. Supporters, including people who said they had been wrongfully convicted and later found actually innocent, argued the bill would reduce delays and help released individuals survive while awaiting compensation. Judiciary staff requested technical amendments and said operational details still needed review. Members questioned the AG about the meaning of “actual innocence,” burden shifting, and whether the bill would better define the standard, but no vote or final action was taken.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Feb 19th, 2026 at 09:30 am

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • to recognize and applaud the exceptional achievements of the youth of this great state, particularly
  • And whereas Tessa continued her pursuit of excellence at Oklahoma State University, earning a bachelor
  • Now, therefore, pursuant to the motion of Senator Stanley, the Oklahoma State Senate extends to Miss
  • With them, we have today Doctor Tim Falton, the president of Murray State College, and coach John Owen
  • Resolved by the Senate of the Second Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature that the Oklahoma State
HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • on the long-term economic growth of the State of Hawaii.
  • Lots of different states have done these different types of feasibility studies.
  • Lots of different states have done these different types of feasibility studies.
  • I'm here today on behalf of the State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers.
  • , which is the largest in the history of the state.
Bills: HCR93, HCR14, HR85
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session 02-04-2026 11:30am

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And I just wanted to just<00:02:53.840> kind<00:02:54.080> of just kind of just kind of
  • from my perspective that none of us serving here, none of us serving in any level of government in any
  • to rise as the state has one of<00:10:42.880> the<00:10:43.120> highest<00:10:43.440><
  • just all of long-term care but all of just all of long-term care but all of the<00:14:55.040>
  • women or all of the women on behalf of women or all of the women on behalf of the<00:19:13.679><
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Transcript Highlights:
  • There are 9 brick and mortar accredited programs in the state of Oklahoma and two online brick and mortar
  • You know, we've got this looming danger of them closing the state-run facilities.
  • of what happened.
  • We're we're state government. We spend a lot of money on a lot of things.
  • And, actually, since it is something that may happen in certain parts of our state with overdose, that's
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/04/2026 - House Appropriations

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • the regions of Judea and Samaria, promote the use of those terms in all official state communications
  • So something's not working right for the 100. ...of the state of Arizona, so something's not working
  • , the so-called power of the purse, in your examination of other states and in our own case, does this
  • the state, which is one of the least well-funded areas of Arizona.
  • the state which is one of the least well-funded areas of Arizona and with that, Mr.
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Veteran Affairs Apr 15th, 2025

Veteran Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Finally, this volunteer option will enhance the accuracy of state data recording.
  • And then enhancing the accuracy of the state database regarding active military.
  • What this bill does is it adds it for the state of Texas.
  • So he had to sue the state of Texas to try to get his job back.
  • He ultimately won the case, and the state of Texas paid him money.
Summary: The Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs heard several bills focused on veterans’ mental health, criminal justice coordination, cemetery expansion, housing, vehicle registration, and anti-discrimination protections. SB 2926 would transfer administration of veterans’ mental health initiatives from HHSC to the Texas Veterans Commission, create a community-based mental health grant program, require a statewide veteran suicide prevention action plan, and add annual reporting requirements. SB 2938 would require county jails to verify and report veteran status at intake, help veteran inmates apply for federal benefits, and provide access to county veteran services and free visitation with service coordinators. Both bills were described as joint or practical efforts to improve coordination and service delivery for veterans, and both were left pending after no public testimony was offered. The committee also heard SB 2543, which would give more flexibility to expand the Texas veterans cemetery system, and SB 2545, which would explore using manufactured homes as another affordable housing option for veterans through the Veterans Land Board. SB 2545 drew questions about how manufactured-home loans would work; a Texas Veterans Land Board witness said implementation would likely require closing at a title company rather than through a retail bill of sale, and the Texas Manufactured Housing Association testified in support. Both cemetery and housing bills were left pending. Members then heard SB 2007, which would let vehicle registration applicants voluntarily designate military status so the DMV could record it and help with benefits and towing/impound issues involving deployed service members. Witnesses from the towing industry and DMV supported the bill, saying the current system lacks enough identifying information to run military-status checks and that the indicator could help prevent vehicles from being sold while owners are deployed. SB 2104 would add military status as a protected class under state anti-discrimination laws for employment, housing, and utilities; the author said it would address ongoing discrimination against service members, veterans, and military families. The Texas VFW supported the bill, citing the Leroy Torres case as an example of why additional state protections are needed. After discussion about overlap with federal law and existing state protections, SB 2104 was also left pending.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hied Committee Meeting - 2025-04-01

Higher Education Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill was brought to the committee at the request of Minnesota State on behalf of Metro State University
  • the state of Minnesota.
  • A lot of state investment into our state colleges and universities.
  • the state of Minnesota.
  • you're in the state of Minnesota.