Video & Transcript Research : 'regional program'
Page 195 of 500
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Energy and Natural Resources (02/11/2025)
Energy and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:04:51.680>
to conditions for the pilot program to conditions for the pilot program to - The region is going to require a wide set of solutions.
- <00:30:02.159>
within station and within this region within station and within this region - is interested in pursuing this program is interested in pursuing this program expanding<01:04:34.240
- Those funds are going to game programs.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 18, 2025 - 09:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- I want to make sure to note that this program and this participation in the pilot program is completely
- people enrolled in the pilot program.
- The pilot program, there is limited data on the pilot program.
- The pilot program is a voluntary program to allow people to get the much-needed services that some of
- If they don't like the program, they can come off the program, go back on the wait list, and wait for
Summary:
The committee met with a quorum present and heard six bills, all of which were reported favorably. HB 1567, relating to insulin administration by direct support professionals, was amended to clarify the type of insulin that may be administered and to allow supervision of self-administration of an insulin pen. Supporters described the bill as a way to keep people with developmental disabilities in group homes rather than forcing institutional placement; the amendment and bill both passed unanimously, 17-0.
PCS for HB 1103, on services for persons with disabilities, would expand the APD managed care pilot statewide in phases, require more transparency on waitlist data, create a statewide family care council, and address transition services for young adults leaving foster care. Testimony was mixed: supporters emphasized the long APD waitlist and the need for a voluntary option, while some witnesses and members raised concerns about the accelerated rollout, limited data, and preserving consumer-directed care. The committee adopted the bill 17-0. CS for HB 127, on exceptional student education, would create micro-credentials and coordinate with the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities and OSHA to support students with disabilities transitioning to work; it passed 17-0 after testimony from a parent and advocates.
HB 989, concerning licensure of family foster homes, was amended to streamline license transfers for foster parents moving within Florida while maintaining oversight and directing DCF rulemaking. A teacher and other supporters said the bill would reduce bureaucracy and help children remain in stable homes; it passed 17-0. PCS for HB 1091, on substance abuse and mental health care, updates processes related to the 988 crisis line, methadone treatment needs assessments, and forensic evaluators, and adds data/reporting requirements for DCF managing entities. After one amendment and testimony from supporters and one opponent, it passed 16-0. Finally, HB 633, on behavioral health managing entities, was amended and then approved 17-0; it requires more structured data and reporting from managing entities to increase accountability and transparency in the behavioral health system.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 2/20/25
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Franson, will give... that the programs continue um and that the programs continue um
- <00:24:57.240>
um <00:24:57.760>these law our land programs um these law our land programs - programs that work with local partners to implement the watershed approach.
- Representative Gillman asked about the electric school bus program.
- specific home office or uh uh Regional specific home office or uh uh Regional or<01:27:38.080>
Keywords:
human services, Medical Assistance, Medicaid, long-term services and supports, LTSS, public assistance, application process, eligibility determination, customer service survey, wait times, form complexity, lead agencies, Department of Human Services, Department of Children Youth and Families, streamlining, administrative reform, case management, reassessment, intake system, adaptive eligibility form
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- ed prep programs.
- Programs are cut.
- the DFW region.
- . essential programs.
- I think that if you fund the program, expand the program, program, so that it applies to more folks,
Keywords:
public education, teacher compensation, certification, funding, school finance, educator rights, education funding, charter schools, staff compensation, state aid, retention allotment, disaster preparedness, emergency management, flooding, mass fatality, mass casualty, fatality tracking, body recovery, autopsy, justice of the peace
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Two different similar grant programs.
- leadership to manage that aviation program.
- , uh, you know, they have billions and billions of dollars into that program and a well-run program,
- , also known as the BEED program.
- we had a lot more flexibility with that program.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Similar grant programs, the public assistance program that you mentioned, the $54 million, that number
- We'll actually do some things to pilot other programs that happen in that region so that we mitigate.
- You know, they have billions and billions of dollars into that program and a well-run program.
- , also known as the BEAD program.
- So do you know of any program?
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Andrew Hughes, of Texas, to be Deputy Secretary, David Woll, of Virginia, to be General Counsel, both of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Michelle Bowman, of Kansas, to be Vice Chairman for Super Apr 10th, 2025 at 09:10 am
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- I believe that safe, affordable housing is not just a government program.
- the oversight Governor for the Division of Consumer and Community Affairs, Chair of the Smaller Regional
- We estimate that some of the savings are about $1,100 a year with the installation of the program.
- The press reports indicate that the program was cancelled.
- You are familiar with that program, correct? There's a number of grants. There's several at HUD.
Keywords:
legislation, housing affordability, financial regulation, public testimony, accountability, oversight
Summary:
The meeting involved significant discussions around key legislative proposals, primarily focusing on various bills such as HB2 and SB5. The committee examined the implications of these bills on issues like housing affordability and financial regulation. Notable members engaged in debates, providing differing perspectives on the potential economic impacts of the proposed bills. The meeting witnessed public testimony, which included a call for accountability in government actions and oversight of current financial policies. Members echoed concerns about following through on commitments to address critical issues affecting everyday Americans.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
04/16/2026 - Finance Advisory Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- They tend to move around in a way that equilibrates prices across regions.
- The thing to take away from this is that those prices have begun, and they have... ...regions.
- And then really across the board for all BLS programs... And so that can cause some issues.
- And then really across the board for all BLS programs, we're seeing lower response rates.
- For nearly every survey program within BLS. So that's an issue.
Summary:
At the April meeting of the Finance Advisory Committee, staff presented an updated state revenue forecast that was more cautious than January’s because of heightened economic uncertainty tied to the Iran conflict and broader national risks. The general fund’s available resources were revised down from $577 million in January to $378 million in the April forecast, with the lower estimate driven by reduced revenue projections while spending assumptions were unchanged. Staff said the outlook depends heavily on how long the Middle East conflict lasts and noted that a prolonged disruption could weaken the forecast further, while a quick resolution could improve conditions.
George Hammond of the University of Arizona gave a broad economic overview, highlighting geopolitical risk, elevated oil and gasoline prices, sticky inflation, weak Arizona job growth, and uncertainty around federal policy, tariffs, immigration, and AI-related investment. He said Arizona’s recent job growth has been very weak and concentrated mainly in health services, while most other sectors lost jobs, and he attributed much of the slowdown to low hiring rather than layoffs. He also discussed population growth, noting that Arizona remains above the national average but is increasingly dependent on net migration as natural increase slows, and he warned that housing affordability remains strained even as Phoenix inflation has moderated.
Panelists generally echoed the cautious outlook but pointed to some offsets. Liz St. Clair said Arizona’s near-term revenues could benefit from tourism tied to spring training and the Final Four, though higher fuel costs could dampen discretionary spending. Other panelists noted that the federal policy environment, tariffs, and immigration changes are likely to restrain growth, while productivity gains, especially from technology and AI, may help businesses maintain output. Several members also discussed housing, saying single-family permits have fallen while rental supply has improved affordability, and they raised concerns about labor-force growth, wage disparities, and the reliability of recent employment data revisions. No formal votes or actions were taken.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Under education, you added four different projects for CTE programs around the state where you're going
- Department of Environmental Services, you added on line 36 $5 million for the Southern New Hampshire Regional
- around the state where you're programs around the state where you're going<00:07:06.800>
to <00 - <00:07:23.840>
Water <00:07:24.800>um <00:07:25.520>project Hampshire Regional - Water um project Hampshire Regional Water um project phase phase phase 2B<00:07:28.160>
under
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In the region, so for those of you all, I'm gonna call your names.
- Palestine was founded in 1846 and grew to be a regional shipping and rail hub, and it's kept true to
- The Marble Falls Highland Lake area chamber of commerce is ensuring that the members of this select program
- from business and industry, tourism, arts, and education. time y'all graduate from this rigorous program
- analysis and they would make sure that this works for all the consumers and the rate payers in our region
Keywords:
regulatory reform, government efficiency, administrative law, rulemaking, agency deference, judicial review, de novo review, Texas Government Code, Administrative Procedure Act, state agencies, plain language, regulatory burden, regulatory reduction, cost-benefit analysis, fiscal note, public benefits and costs, contested case, rule challenge, Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office, advisory panel
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Families & Children (2-11-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Three service regions had about 70% of the kids: the Two Rivers region, the Northern Bluegrass, and the
- >
northern kids the two rivers region the northern kids the two rivers region the northern Bluegrass - <00:56:18.920>
have <00:56:19.119>been residential programs have been residential programs - <01:03:58.559>
but the Statewide referral program but the Statewide referral program but there's - It's called the 5S program, where we were a big part of that program was to help bring kids back into
Keywords:
00:00:00 Introductions
00:00:22 Roll Call
00:01:56 Discussion on SB 85
00:14:03 Vote on SB 85
00:16:15 Explanation of Agency Amendment
00:19:04 Voice Vote on Amendment
00:19:33 Discussion on Kentucky Foster Children Housing, 958, all
Summary:
The committee first took up Senate Bill 85, sponsored by Senator Meredith, which would move the Office of the Ombudsman from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to the State Auditor’s office and make related cleanup changes. Meredith said the bill grew out of a prior task force and a two-year transition from Senate Bill 48, and he argued the move would create independence, improve access to the ITWIST database, ensure complaints are not lost in the handoff, and add confidentiality protections for whistleblowers. Auditor Allison Ball and her staff said the bill would codify access and procedures after earlier disputes and a court-mediated settlement, and they described the measure as necessary to make the new structure work effectively.
Members asked how the Ombudsman would handle complaints and verify services in cases involving waiver recipients and other cabinet services. Ball and her staff said the Ombudsman would investigate complaints, make inquiries, and provide accountability outside the cabinet structure, with timelines and procedures similar to the Auditor’s office. The committee also discussed staffing and whether the office would need more personnel; Ball said the office already had about 100 people but could use more. The bill passed 10-0 with favorable expression.
The committee then approved an agency amendment to administrative regulation 922 KAR 1:001490 concerning foster parent background checks. Cabinet staff explained the amendment corrected a drafting error by removing references to civil determinations in a second section of the regulation because the system cannot search those determinations, while still allowing the required checks under state and federal law. Senator Herron asked what a civil determination meant, and staff said it could involve a court finding in a custody or abuse case, though such findings are now typically handled through the child abuse and neglect registry. The amendment was adopted.
Afterward, the committee began a discussion on Kentucky foster children housing and related issues. Ball and Ombudsman staff presented a preliminary assessment of children placed in office buildings, saying the review covered 49 children placed over a four-month period and showed a different picture than the public narrative of only older, high-acuity youth. They reported that some children had no documented behavioral or disability issues, many came directly from home, the average age was 13, the average stay was four nights, and placements were spread across several regions rather than centered only in Louisville. Members raised concerns about the lack of formal policies and procedures, staff safety, and how to ensure children are treated appropriately, and Ball said the Ombudsman was continuing a deeper review. No final action was taken on that discussion in the portion provided.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Good afternoon, Kai Klausen on behalf of East Bay Regional Park District in support.
- MTS is not just a transit provider, like in many other regions.
- So the transit system is really important for our regional economy.
- County that doesn't have a pilot program or somewhere else, how do they know the rules?
- So many of those cities have just begun their programs.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 25th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Over $1 billion for home ownership programs to help people permanently climb up the economic ladder.
- We also put in $200 million for our regional housing trust funds.
- Over $1 billion for home ownership programs to help people permanently climb up the economic ladder.
- We also put in $200 million for our regional housing trust funds.
- So this is a our regional housing trust funds.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- <00:04:24.199>
local report on the successful programs local report on the successful programs - <00:09:31.519>
or know referred to a diversion program or know referred to a diversion program - that's sort of a a bat school program that's sort of a a diversionary<00:09:48.959>
program <00 - <00:09:56.600>
it's criminal prosecution uh program it's criminal prosecution uh program it's - counties and those different programs counties and those different programs too<00:42:59.880>
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- across our region.
- These programs build not just entry but retention.
- 20's Teacher Orientation and Preparation Program.
- That is why I am here today to speak in support of the Grow Your Own program, a program that not only
- This program isn't just about filling vacancies.
Keywords:
instructional materials, public schools, Education Code, adoption, rejected materials, local funds, open educational resources, Texas Education Code, school districts, open enrollment charter schools, funding restrictions, environmental regulation, business compliance, local authority, economic development, state preemption, local control, open education resources, SB 762, Texas public schools
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Health and Human Services (02/11/2026)
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- No, from my understanding, no impact on compliance. them to programs in the region or out of them to
- And there's about two 200 who are in programs in the region.
- So those kids are also really important recipients of programs like this who may not be out of region
- So those kids programs in the region.
- like this who may not be out of programs like this who may not be out of region<02:19:46.800>
but
AR
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Fiscal Policy Mar 13th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- THIS BILL REQUIRES DCF TO CREATE A TREATMENT FOSTER CARE PILOT PROGRAM THAT WILL INCREASE FAMILY LIKE
- THOSE ARE THE CIRCUITS THAT WILL BE IDENTIFIED FOR THAT PROGRAM?
- REGARDING THE REGIONAL CONSORTIUM SERVICES ORGANIZATION SUBMENTAL SERVICE PROGRAM THIS CREATED DESECRATED
- WE HAVE RESERVATIONS ABOUT EXPANSIONS THAT MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT OF THE IN PROGRAM.
- WE HAVE RESERVATIONS ABOUT EXPANSIONS THAT MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT OF THE IN PROGRAM.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 2/17/25
Agriculture Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- The majority of it is spent on program grants, so we have two programs.
- we have and then starting new programs we have and then starting new programs programs programs uh<00
- programs and improving the quality of our current programs.
- I started working in this program when the program was doubled.
- They serve as a regional advocate and coordinator, ensuring that our industry and educational programs
Keywords:
agriculture, agricultural education, leadership development, Minnesota Agricultural Education and Leadership Council, MAELC, chapter 41D, grant funding, general fund appropriation, commissioner of agriculture, farm education, youth agriculture programs, ag literacy, workforce development, extension education, research funding, extension services, technology transfer, grant programs, 1183, house
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Health and Human Services Aug 20th, 2025
Legislative Health & Human Services Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- So how many people are working for those different programs?
- And programming at ECECD and across the state.
- Specific to bureau or program.
- programs.
- the program.