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MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Transcript Highlights:
- often in fragmented commercial spaces, this one word can mean the difference between success and shutdown
- Eliminating Can mean the difference between success and shutdown.
- The state and federal license hinges on that. ...start the permitting process, because it all hinges
- The state and federal license hinges on that.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a public hearing on a wide range of alcohol, liquor licensing, and hemp-derived beverage bills. Early in the hearing, there was a procedural dispute when Senator Jacob Oliveira attempted to testify virtually on S. 279; the House chairs declined to recognize virtual testimony from a committee member, and Senator Pavel Payano instead read prepared remarks supporting the bill to return liquor license authority to municipalities. The committee then heard testimony on H. 437/S. 279 from the Massachusetts Municipal Association and Cohasset Town Manager Christopher Senior, both of whom argued that local control would streamline licensing, better match modern community needs, and support downtown economic development. A Lexington business owner also supported local licensing flexibility for a paint-and-sip business seeking a beer and wine license.
The committee also heard extensive testimony on hemp-derived beverage regulation, including H. 357 and S. 222. Supporters from the Commonwealth Beverage Coalition and Theory Wellness said the products are already widely available in unregulated settings, including gas stations and smoke shops, and argued for a regulated framework with age limits, testing, labeling, and local public health funding. The Massachusetts Brewers Guild supported regulation of low-dose hemp beverages but asked that breweries be allowed to participate using their existing retail and distribution rights. The Guild also supported H. 478, which would allow limited self-distribution by pub breweries, saying it would reduce inefficiency and help small breweries grow.
Several bills modernizing alcohol licensing laws were also discussed. Representative Ruel supported H. 477, describing it as a cleanup measure that would remove the contiguous-premises requirement, add a character standard for applicants, and extend public notice periods. Representative Sangiolo testified in support of H. 3893, a local liquor-license bill tied to economic development and new businesses in Lexington, including a movie theater, coffee shop, and paint studio. Fable Brewing Company also supported the local license bill, saying the licenses are needed before they can finalize leases and open. The committee then heard opposition from the Massachusetts Package Stores Association and several retailers, who warned that the retail tier is under pressure from oversaturation, declining revenues, and expanded competition, and opposed a long list of bills they said would further weaken existing stores or the three-tier system.
At the end of the hearing, Representative McKenna testified in support of H. 437 and S. 279, emphasizing municipal autonomy and the importance of on-premises licenses for restaurants and other economic-development projects. The chairs noted that additional written testimony could still be submitted on bills that did not receive in-person testimony. The hearing concluded with a motion by Representative Sangiolo, seconded by Representative LeBoeuf, to close the hearing, which passed by voice vote.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/09/2026 - House Health & Human Services
House Health & Human Services Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- go to meetings, which we never went to during that period of time because of the quarantine and shutdown
- ...quarantine and shutdown. Any other questions? All right, Mr.
- expand coverage beyond that base amount, because the federal government subsidizes it, the state has
- Federal law allows targeted screening under federal law, non-discrimination law, including ACA 1557 and
- government shutdown in November only amplified that.
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on several health-related bills. HB 2726 would require coverage for diagnosis and treatment of mild obstructive sleep apnea, including a tongue-muscle stimulation device. The sponsor and medical witnesses said the device is a less burdensome alternative to CPAP and could improve adherence and reduce long-term complications, while Access said it already covers medically necessary sleep apnea treatment but was neutral and concerned the bill could narrow review and limit cost-effectiveness analysis. The committee adopted the Bliss amendment and then gave HB 2726 a due-pass recommendation by an 8-4 vote.
HB 2435, as amended, would create a provisional licensing pathway for internationally trained physicians who meet specified ECFMG-related criteria, with supervision, fees set by the Medical Board, and automatic conversion to a full license after four years if conditions are met. Supporters argued Arizona faces severe physician shortages, especially in rural and tribal areas, and that the bill would bring in experienced doctors while preserving oversight. Opponents, including the Arizona Medical Board, said current law already allows case-by-case licensure review and warned the bill could weaken safeguards and bypass existing scrutiny. After adopting the amendment, the committee approved HB 2435 on a due-pass recommendation.
HB 2958 would require Access coverage for comprehensive dental care for pregnant women age 21 and older, with a $500,000 general fund appropriation for a pilot program. The sponsor and public health witnesses said dental care during pregnancy is linked to better maternal and infant outcomes and could reduce emergency room use and complications. The committee adopted the bill and sent it out with an 11-1 due-pass recommendation. HB 2176, which sets timelines and standards for health care institution complaint investigations and dispute resolution, also received broad support from hospitals and was approved unanimously on a 12-0 due-pass recommendation.
The committee then heard HB 2447, which would bar insurers from reimbursing certified registered nurse anesthetists at a lower rate than anesthesiologists for the same service. Opponents argued the bill would interfere with private contracting, ignore differences in training and liability, and likely raise costs for the state and taxpayers; supporters said anesthesia demand has outpaced reimbursement and that parity is needed to protect access, especially in rural areas. The transcript ends during testimony on HB 2447, before any vote is taken.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Democratic Representatives Press Conference Jan 23rd, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- Under the federal administration and the government shutdown, it has become more clear than ever that
- And this federal administration has decided that the cuts to the USDA programs and the work at the federal
- make sure that we are focusing on how we feed every Washingtonian despite what's happening at the federal
- the last eight to 10 months, working with us to make sure that we can mitigate the impacts of the federal
- the last eight to 10 months, working with us to make sure that we can mitigate the impacts of the federal
Summary:
The meeting focused on Washington state food insecurity and a broad legislative response to strengthen food access. Food Lifeline’s CEO described rising hunger across western Washington, citing that about one in eight residents and one in six children are food insecure, with concerns that federal SNAP changes and higher costs could worsen the situation. He emphasized food access as a basic determinant of community health and economic stability, and called for coordinated action among nonprofits, farmers, retailers, and government.
Representative Lisa Reeves said the state must lead in feeding Washingtonians amid federal cuts and a government shutdown, and outlined a larger House and Senate food security agenda. She highlighted several bills and policy areas, including a Washington-style farm bill (HB 2616), a ban on force-feeding birds (HB 1735), local food infrastructure grants, a statewide food security strategy (HB 2238), dynamic grocery pricing (HB 2481), farm-to-schools efforts, medically tailored meals (HB 2211), a farm-to-food-banks bill (HB 2463), food donation reporting, and a PFAS-related pesticide bill (HB 2279). She also noted concerns about cuts to small farm and marketing assistance funding and the potential loss of millions of meals from federal policy changes.
Representative Darya Farivar and grocery worker Dan House focused on grocery access as infrastructure and supported HB 2313, which would let local governments step in when private grocery options disappear. Farivar also described her related package: HB 2294 to remove anti-competitive covenants blocking grocery reuse, HB 2297 to give local governments tools to support stores in underserved areas, and HB 2313 to allow municipal or partnered grocery operations as a backstop. House testified that store closures, including the Lake City Fred Meyer, harmed families, seniors, and workers, and said UFCW 3,000 supports HB 2313. No votes were taken; the session ended with an invitation for questions and a general call for continued collaboration and support for the proposed bills.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Pro Forma Floor Session Feb 25th, 2026
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- the First Nations and tribes, the first peoples of both nations, who have upheld agreements with federal
- We share businesses, and when the COVID shutdowns happened and the border was closed, we saw how many
- the real frustration that many Canadians have with what they see as unsportsmanlike conduct by our federal
Summary:
The Senate convened on Tuesday, February 24, approved the previous day’s Journal without objection, and handled committee referrals. Among the measures referred, engrossed substitute House Bill 2548, concerning health care market standards, was specifically sent to the Committee on Rules rather than the committee listed in the standing committee report. The chamber also received supplemental committee reports later in the day, including Senate Bill 5998, the operating budget supplemental, and House Bill 2664, both referred to Rules.
The main floor action was consideration of Senate Resolution 8696, which recognizes Washington’s interconnected relationship with Canada. The resolution highlighted economic, cultural, environmental, and border-community ties, including trade, shared infrastructure and energy links, cross-border family connections, tribal and First Nations relationships, and cooperation on issues such as climate policy, disaster response, and scientific research. Senators Schumake, Short, and Slatter spoke in support, emphasizing border communities, shared natural resources, research partnerships, and the long-standing friendship between Washington and Canada. The resolution was adopted by voice vote.
After adoption, the Senate recognized visiting Canadian and regional officials and representatives, including the Canadian Consul General in Seattle, the Consulate’s trade commissioner, Quebec’s delegate in Seattle, the Mayor of Blaine, and Western Washington University representatives. The Senate then went at ease, later reconvened briefly to process the supplemental committee reports, and adjourned without objection until Thursday, February 26 at 10:00 a.m.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Subcommittee No. 3 on Health and Human Services May 20th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- federal shutdowns, multiple, some for the longest period on record.
- actions and the federal climate.
- And in federal fiscal year 2025, for the first time, the state exceeded that federal SNAP SAE target
- Federal fiscal year 2026, we do also project that we will exceed the federal target again.
- On April 21, 2026, we submitted a justification to the federal government for the additional federal
Summary:
The committee heard opening budget remarks from the Department of Finance and the Legislative Analyst’s Office on the May Revision for Health and Human Services. Finance said the proposal significantly reduces projected out-year operating deficits through a mix of revenue increases and program cost reductions, while the LAO warned that even with booming revenues the state still faces a structural deficit and should prioritize reserves and avoid new ongoing commitments. The chair and members echoed concern about cuts to vulnerable populations, but also noted the need to maintain the overall level of budget solutions and add to reserves.
The hearing then moved through a series of CalHHS and HCAI proposals, mostly held open after presentation. CalHHS requested additional legal support to respond to federal H.R. 1-related issues and a net-zero transfer of positions for a shared eligibility/data-sharing platform. Other items included ongoing funding for the 988 Behavioral Health Crisis Service Fund and a request for EMSA to fund maintenance of its enterprise data management system. HCAI presented proposals for hospital fair pricing implementation, the data exchange framework, the all-payer claims database, CalRx insulin development, the diaper access initiative, distressed hospital grants, opioid settlement fund reversion, and the Rural Health Transformation Program. Members questioned funding sources, special fund use, contracting exemptions, timelines, and whether some proposals should be more targeted or supported by alternative funding.
A major discussion centered on HCAI’s diaper access initiative and the use of a Public Contract Code exemption to continue contracting for free diapers distributed through hospitals. The chair and some members criticized the optics of the selected vendor and questioned the lack of an income threshold, while HCAI said the program was designed to be universal and administratively simple, with future phase-two direct-to-consumer purchasing to be handled by a different vendor. Another extended exchange focused on distressed hospital funding, where HCAI said the May Revision would provide up to $50 million for hospitals at immediate risk of closure, but members argued the repeated annual need shows a structural problem and asked for broader reforms to hospital payment and care transitions.
The final major topic was the Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission’s budget. The Commission opposed the May Revision’s reduction of the Innovation Partnership Fund from $20 million to $10 million and a $6.7 million cut to community advocacy contracts, arguing both are core Proposition 1 tools for statewide innovation and community engagement. Finance responded that the proposal is within Proposition 1’s allowable maximums and that prior unspent appropriations could be redirected if the Legislature wanted to restore the full amount. No votes were taken; items were generally held open for later action.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Indian Affairs Nov 13th, 2025
House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Those could be either in a federal court or a state court.
- One split: 75% federal spending, 25% state spending.
- The next question is also about federal funding.
- Okay, and that includes state and federal money? Just state.
- Representative García, Madam Chair, as we all know, the federal shutdown really put a kink in everything
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- So one thing the governor's been very clear about: federal immigration is just that. It is federal.
- But yes, it operates under federal detention standards because it holds federal detainees.
- When we are required under federal law to spend federal dollars we have received to maintain this program
- That's a violation of federal law.
- That's a violation of federal law.
Bills:
S7010
Committee:
Senate Appropriations
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Appropriations met to take up SB 7010 by Senator Mayfield, which would authorize Roth post-tax contribution options in state and local deferred compensation plans. The bill was briefly explained, received one appearance in support, had no debate, and was reported favorably by roll call vote.
The committee then heard a lengthy presentation from the Governor’s Office of Policy and Budget on the governor’s recommended $117.4 billion “Floridians’ First Budget.” The presentation highlighted major spending areas including education, health care, public safety, transportation, environmental restoration, and economic development. Key proposals included increased FEFP funding for K-12 schools, teacher salary funding, higher education support, Everglades and water quality funding, emergency preparedness reserves, corrections staffing and pay increases, law enforcement recruitment bonuses, cybersecurity, and affordable housing and infrastructure investments.
Members asked extensive questions about property tax reserve planning, litigation funding, emergency response fund balances and expenditures, the use of federal reimbursement for the Everglades detention facilities, the animal abuse hotline, Hope Florida, corrections staffing, and the proposed reduction in ADAP eligibility for HIV/AIDS medication assistance. A member of the public also testified at length about concerns that the ADAP changes would harm access to life-saving medications and alleged improper shifting of program funds. Committee members and the presenter acknowledged follow-up questions on several items, but no additional votes or formal actions were taken beyond the favorable report on SB 7010 and adjournment.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Jan 28th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Appropriations and Budget
Transcript Highlights:
- government shutdown in the history of the United States.
- FY25, which federal fiscal year 25 just concluded on September 30th, or federal fiscal year, given that
- There are two other buckets that are largely federally funded.
- The federal buckets of money ran out in April and May of FY24.
- They're like there was limited federal dollars through a federal grant that has since expired that we
Committee:
House Appropriations and Budget
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Staffing reductions at Federal Student Aid have extended processing times for loan relief applications
- and reduced visibility into students' federal loan status.
- So the likelihood of a school shutdown from bad operation... ...school shutdown from bad operation, and
- for state relief with federal relief, we can send a much more clearer message to students.
- No, I would not be confident in relying on the federal determination.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- This is our annual conformity bill, and we did note one piece of federal legislation that was notable
- , and that is the federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023.
- This is our annual conformity bill, and we did note one piece of federal legislation that was notable
- , and that is the federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023.
- </c><00:50:07.799><c> system</c> work uh with uh with the federal system work uh with uh with the federal
Committee:
House Finance
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Higher Education Committee Nov 17th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- And while we are relieved that the federal government shutdown is over, we are proud that our campuses
- And while we are relieved that the federal government shutdown is over, we are proud that our campuses
- and federal programming, with another $2 billion on top of that in federal financial aid, federal loans
- , federal programming, with another $2 billion on top of that in federal financial aid, federal loans
- federal loans.
Summary:
The Assembly Higher Education Committee held an oversight hearing on how federal actions are affecting California higher education, with opening remarks from the chair and members emphasizing the importance of state-federal shared governance and the need to protect access, affordability, and campus diversity. The first panel included leaders from the CSU, University of the Pacific, California Community Colleges, and UC, who described broad impacts from federal grant terminations, changes to student aid, loan limits, visa and immigration policy, and proposed reductions to research support. Testimony focused on the elimination of Grad PLUS loans, caps on Parent PLUS and Pell-related changes, the loss or suspension of hundreds of grants, and the resulting harm to student support services, research, workforce pipelines, food assistance, and health care training. UC and CSU representatives warned of major losses in research funding, indirect cost reimbursement, and student opportunities, while community college leaders highlighted uncertainty around federal grants and the need to maintain services for low-income, first-generation, undocumented, and other vulnerable students.
Committee members asked how the state could respond, including through intersegmental partnerships, dual enrollment, transfer pathways, and support for basic needs and nutrition programs. Witnesses said California could help by sustaining financial aid, protecting minority-serving institution programs, and investing in research, housing, and workforce development. Several speakers stressed that federal changes were creating instability for students and campuses, and that the effects would likely be long-lasting, especially in health care, teaching, STEM, and social work pipelines.
A second panel then focused on equitable access. The California Student Aid Commission described state efforts such as the $3.9 billion investment in aid programs, the Cal Grant system, the Dream Act, and possible reforms to better serve adult learners, foster youth, undocumented students, and students with dependents. The Los Angeles Community College District reported that federal cuts and policy shifts are discouraging students from applying for aid, threatening TRIO and MSI/HSI-funded services, and reducing support for basic needs, counseling, and workforce programs. The Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities and the CSU Academic Senate echoed concerns about FAFSA confusion, international student restrictions, grant losses, and the erosion of equity-focused programs. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the hearing; the committee primarily received testimony and discussed possible state responses.
VT
Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session - 2026-04-29 - 11:00AM
Vermont Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- tax refund, putting nearly federal tax refund, putting nearly $60,000<00:30:13.720><c> extra</c><00:
- </c> In a year when we are seeing wealthier Vermonters get a windfall from the federal government, it
- We didn’t know there was going to be a shutdown, but there was a lot of talk federally about impacts
- , but there was a lot of talk shutdown, but there was a lot of talk federally<00:46:06.200><c> about<
- /c><00:46:06.560><c> impacts</c><00:46:07.320><c> on</c> federally about impacts on federally about impacts
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Democratic Representatives Press Conference Jan 23rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Under the federal administration and the government shutdown, it has become more clear than ever that
- And this federal administration has decided that the cuts to the USDA program...
- And this federal administration has decided that the cuts to the USDA programs and the work at the federal
- make sure that we are focusing on how we feed every Washingtonian despite what's happening at the federal
- the last eight to 10 months, working with us to make sure that we can mitigate the impacts of the federal
Summary:
The meeting was a legislative press event focused on food insecurity and a broader state strategy to improve food access in Washington. Food Lifeline CEO Stephen Davis described rising hunger across western Washington, citing roughly one in eight residents and one in six children as food insecure, and warned that federal SNAP cuts and higher costs could worsen the problem. He emphasized the need for coordinated state, local, nonprofit, and industry action to strengthen food security and support the charitable food system.
House Agriculture and Natural Resources Chair Rep. Lisa Reeves framed the issue as a state-level responsibility and highlighted a Food Fighters Caucus working on multiple bills. She pointed to proposals including a Washington version of a Farm Bill (HB 2616), a statewide food security strategy (HB 2238), a ban on force-feeding birds (HB 1735), support for local food infrastructure grants, farm-to-schools efforts, medically tailored meals (HB 2211), a farm-to-food-banks bill (HB 2463), food donation reporting, dynamic grocery pricing (HB 2481), and pesticide restrictions on PFAS (HB 2279). She also said the state was trying to offset federal policy changes that could reduce millions of meals and affect SNAP recipients.
Rep. Darya Farivar focused on grocery access as infrastructure and described the closure of the Fred Meyer in her district as an example of fragile food access. She outlined a bill package centered on HB 2294, HB 2297, and HB 2313: removing anti-competitive covenants that block grocery stores from reopening, giving local governments tools to support existing and new stores in underserved areas, and allowing municipal or partnered grocery options when private stores disappear. Grocery worker Dan House, of UFCW 3000, testified in support of HB 2313, saying store closures hurt seniors, families, workers, and neighborhood stability. No votes were taken; the event ended with a call for continued support, collaboration, and public engagement on the bills and food security efforts.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- There's many assumptions, but my community has been in shutdown the past few days.
- SB 1281, federal government land acquisition consent — Federalism. SB 1284.
- SB 1281, federal government land acquisition consent — Federalism.
- Federalism will meet the same day. Senate hearing room 2 at 1:30 p.m.
- Federalism will meet the same day. Senate hearing room 2 at 1:30 p.m.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Business meeting to markup an original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034. Feb 12th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Senate Budget
Transcript Highlights:
- That's what the federal government has done.
- So colleagues, I think you know that federal employees, merit-based federal employees, are patriots that
- The administration is unlawfully trying to fire federal employees as Dojo works to dismantle federal
- federal 401(k)s.
- Contributions for federal employees, reduce health care benefits, and cut federal 401(k)s.
Committee:
Senate Senate Budget
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- There are many assumptions, but my community has been in shutdown the past few days.
- SB 1281, federal government land acquisition consent — Federalism. SB 1284.
- SB 1281, federal government land acquisition consent — Federalism.
- Federalism will meet the same day.
- Monday, January 26: Caucus Room 1 for Federalism; Senate Hearing Room 2 at 1:30 p.m.; Finance in Senate
Summary:
The Arizona Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, confirmed attendance, and approved the prior journal. Several senators then used points of personal privilege to introduce guests and recognize visitors, including Chaplain Ron Lagata, an Air Force air traffic controller apprentice shadowing Senator Gabaldón, a guest of Senator Farnsworth, and a group connected to Arizona’s space industry and Special Olympics Arizona.
Senator Bolick read a proclamation for “Not in Our State,” condemning human trafficking and calling on Arizonans, schools, churches, nonprofits, law enforcement, and businesses to work together to prevent trafficking and support victims. Senator Tothley then gave an emotional statement about the death of an eight-year-old girl in his community, criticized delays in the turquoise alert system, and urged statewide changes so alerts go out more quickly and broadly. The Senate observed a moment of silence in the child’s memory.
The chamber then moved through second reading of a long list of bills and resolutions covering topics such as counseling after traumatic events, military permitting, EMS reciprocity, election procedures, court-ordered treatment, assisted living, juvenile detention education, Alzheimer’s funding, gaming appropriations, short-term rentals, law enforcement mask prohibitions, fire district formation, prison and correction officer issues, port of entry funding, appeals court structure, and congressional term limits. Several bills were also referred to committees, including measures on voting centers, candidate petition circulators, weather modification, federal land acquisition consent, bleed control kits, foreign donations, unemployment benefits, and SNAP purchases. The Senate also announced upcoming committee meetings and then adjourned until Monday, January 26, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> and receive private or federal funds. and receive private or federal funds.
- </c><00:37:25.119><c> federal</c> their rights under their federal federal their rights under their federal
- federal authority.
- </c> federal agency um determines. federal agency um determines.
- </c> to the shutdown of the aquarium fishery. to the shutdown of the aquarium fishery.
Committee:
Senate Hawaiian Affairs
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on several measures affecting Hawaiian affairs, historic preservation, water access, and land governance. SB 1406 would let the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands assume historic preservation review for projects on lands under its jurisdiction, except for properties listed or nominated for the state or national historic registers. DHHL supported the bill, while a descendant testifier strongly opposed it, arguing that burial and preservation review protects ancestors and should not be streamlined or reduced. No questions were raised and the bill was moved on after testimony.
SB 521 would require DHHL to work with county water boards or water departments to provide potable and agricultural water on Hawaiian homelands, with agreements made public. DHHL said it already works with counties but objected to the bill’s mandatory language, saying it could undermine the department’s discretion and independence. A public testifier supported the measure, and committee discussion focused on how water requirements could affect subsistence lots and infrastructure decisions.
The committee then took up SB 3247, which would create a Royal Mausoleum Commission within DLNR to oversee preservation, operations, and outreach at Mauna Ala. State Parks said it valued existing collaboration with the aliʻi trusts but wanted clarity on roles, coordination, and funding if a new commission is created. The Royal Order of Kamehameha strongly supported the bill as a culturally grounded way to protect the site, while several other testifiers opposed it, saying the real issue is the curator selection process and warning that a commission could add bureaucracy and delay. The committee also heard SB 1654, authorizing transfer of certain state lands to DHHL, and SB 112, which would add the DHHL chair or designee to the Hawaii Community Development Authority; the Attorney General and HCDA offered technical and policy comments, with HCDA opposing the board change and DHHL supporting participation to protect beneficiary interests. No votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided.
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
WAM-HHS, WAM-TRS Informational Briefings 01-15-2026
Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Other notable one was October 10th, which was the federal shutdown.
- </c> exercise to draw down federal funding. exercise to draw down federal funding.
- </c> October 10th which was the federal October 10th which was the federal shutdown. shutdown. shutdown
- >> Federal<02:11:27.440><c> admin.</c> >> Federal admin. >> Federal admin.
- Just all federal funds. Yes, federal funds.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 050 Mar 5th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- So I move shutdowns power shutdowns.
- </c><02:38:56.240><c> reporting</c> is necessary to meet federal reporting is necessary to meet federal
- If there is any data that's an issue, then if it's federally required, yes; if it's not federally required
- , if it's if it's federally required, yes, if it's not<02:39:24.399><c> federally</c><02:39:25.120><c
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, January 14, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- If you believe that federal furious.
- </c><00:36:43.680><c> funding</c> Development to protect federal funding Development to protect federal
- and the federal defenders program.
- This bill will enable the GSA to reduce the number of federal properties on the federal government's
- </c> federal properties on the federal federal properties on the federal government's<04:37:56.320><c