Video & Transcript Research : 'gratefulness'
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FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Chairman, I will close out and I'm grateful to be here to open up this conversation. Thank you, Mr.
- So I can't imagine your workload, but I'm certainly grateful for you being at the helm.
- He's been a great partner with Miami International Airport, and we're very grateful to him at FDOT for
- We are extremely grateful, and I’ll echo what my colleague said.
- So when it comes to that, we’re extremely grateful and extremely happy, and the state has been great
Summary:
The Transportation Committee met to consider two bills and then held a lengthy discussion on Florida airport infrastructure. SB 246, presented by Senator Rodriguez on behalf of Senator Gruters, would authorize a UFC specialty license plate, with proceeds supporting the UFC Foundation’s charitable work. A UFC Foundation representative described community beneficiaries and said the plate would help raise funds for local charities. With no questions or debate, the committee voted SB 246 favorably. The committee also took up SPB 7012, a Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles public-records exemption bill that would remove the October 1, 2026 repeal date for certain active investigatory records. Senator Avila moved to submit it as a committee bill, there was no objection, and it was reported favorably as a committee bill.
The remainder of the meeting focused on the Comprehensive Airport Infrastructure Program. FDOT Secretary Jared Perdue outlined Florida’s aviation system, the department’s airport funding programs, and the state’s role as a financial partner in safety, capacity, preservation, and economic development projects. He said Florida has 128 public-use airports, 21 commercial-service airports, and four large-hub airports, and noted that airport funding is largely supported by gas-tax-related revenues, with additional support from documentary stamp revenue and other fees. He also discussed the new airport infrastructure planning requirements created last session and said all required airports had submitted plans. Committee members asked about the loss of aviation fuel tax revenue, workforce development, project timelines, and how FDOT prioritizes funding, with Perdue emphasizing safety, preservation, capacity, economic return, and matching funds.
A panel from Miami, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and Tampa international airports then described major capital programs, passenger growth, and funding needs. The airports highlighted terminal expansions, parking, baggage systems, airfield rehabilitation, people movers, and other modernization projects, along with the importance of maintaining aging facilities while accommodating growth. They said FDOT and FAA grants are helpful but increasingly insufficient for runway and taxiway costs, and several panelists said passenger facility charges and other revenue tools are important to future self-sufficiency. Members also asked about workforce shortages, small-business participation, landing-fee negotiations, and non-aeronautical revenue. The panel said workforce challenges are most acute in trades and maintenance, small-business programs are active at each airport, and landing fees are negotiated with airlines to keep airports competitive while funding needed improvements.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session - part 2 May 9th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And so that's in this bill, and I'm very grateful and glad it is.
- And I'm grateful that we can work on this together.
- I'm grateful to the staff. Chair Baker named most of the folks. I wanted to rename Anna...
- I know that Chair Baker is grateful to Riley as well.
- I'm grateful to Representatives Mueller and Baker. They've got some provisions in here.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Education Finance Committee hears HF2210 3/20/25
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm very grateful for the unemployment insurance for hourly workers.
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House workforce panel considers HF1216 3/18/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- so now I have a career and now I have a placement, I have an apartment, a car, and so I'm really grateful
- so now I have a career and now I have a placement, I have an apartment, a car, and so I'm really grateful
- so now I have a career and now I have a placement, I have an apartment, a car, and so I'm really grateful
- so now I have a career and now I have a placement, I have an apartment, a car, and so I'm really grateful
- And I am so grateful to Rick and everyone from the BC program for helping me get to this place today.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Tulsi Gabbard, of Hawaii, to be Director of National Intelligence; to be immediately followed by a closed hearing in SH-219. Jan 30th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Intelligence (Select) Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Gentlemen, on behalf of a grateful nation, I extend my deepest thanks to you and the heroes with whom
- I would be very grateful to the members of the committee for their assistance in this, and I will be
- I know they've gone, but I'm grateful to Senators Burr and Ernst for their trust and their confidence
- I'm honored and grateful to President Trump for his trust and confidence in nominating me to serve our
- I'm grateful for your leadership here as well. Colonel Gabbard, great to see you again.
NE
Nebraska 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Morning Session Apr 17th, 2026
Nebraska Unicameral Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I am grateful that the Legislature has fixed this problem in our law.
- Grateful for them. And also, I've got to say to Senator Meyer, congratulations.
- But really grateful for your stepping up and helping our state.
- So I'm grateful, and we all agree he unquestionably deserves this honor.
- I cannot express how grateful I am and how lost I'm going to be.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Human Committee Meeting - 2026-04-16
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- We see you and we're so grateful for you.
- Partisan staff, Megan, grateful for you.
- So, I'm I'm<01:24:33.240>
grateful. - I I'm learning a lot as a I'm grateful.
- But again, I'm grateful.
Bills:
HF4338
Keywords:
human services, medical assistance, Medicaid, provider enrollment, provider revalidation, fraud prevention, program integrity, background study, background check, fingerprinting, licensing, license revocation, payment withholding, payment suspension, prepayment review, postpayment review, surety bond, compliance training, case management, targeted case management
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee 3/5/26
Higher Education Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- I am really grateful that we have avoided this scenario and that we've given greater stability to our
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have <00:26:41.520>avoided really grateful that we have avoided really grateful that - We’re grateful for your leadership and for helping us to reach this point.
- We're grateful for your Minnesota.
- I am quite grateful workers. for that.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, July 16, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We are deeply grateful to Mayor Wetschrek for his service to the St.
- On behalf of a grateful is yet to come.
- We are beyond grateful for her service and dedication to the safety of the American people. Mr.
- We just love his family and we're grateful to him. Before I yield, Mr.
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to the Syria caucus, I am grateful to the Syria caucus, I am grateful to co-lead
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Financial Services Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am
Joint Committee on Financial Services
Transcript Highlights:
- My name is Karen Maleski, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to testify today in strong support of
- Welcome, and thank you to the committee members who aren't here, but we're really grateful they'll be
- To hear from them that they are going to be grateful forever for your presence there and that you are
- And all the doulas are truly grateful for this, but we know that inequities persist.
- I'm also grateful to live in Massachusetts, where we aspire to take care of people.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Financial Services held a lengthy public hearing with testimony on a wide range of health insurance and access-to-care bills. Early testimony focused on prescription drug pricing and pharmacy reimbursement, with supporters of H. 1326 arguing that pharmacy benefit managers and MassHealth managed care arrangements reimburse independent pharmacies too little, contributing to pharmacy closures and “pharmacy deserts.” The committee also heard repeated support for H. 1151/S. 742 on cognitive rehabilitation for acquired brain injury, H. 1288/S. 716 on telehealth parity for nutrition counseling, H. 1309/S. 761 on full-spectrum pregnancy care without cost-sharing, H. 1312 on insurance coverage for doula services, H. 309 on prompt access to health care by removing deductibles for certain services, H. 809/H. 1227 on biomarker testing, H. 1162/S. 810 on reducing inequities in access to medical procedures by limiting insurer cuts tied to Modifier 25, and S. 726 on insurance coverage for mobile integrated health.
Testifiers included legislators, physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, emergency and rehabilitation clinicians, and patients and family members. Supporters of the brain injury bill said cognitive rehabilitation is medically necessary, improves long-term outcomes, and can reduce institutional care and public costs; they noted the bill has been heard repeatedly and has support from the Brain Injury Commission and prior favorable committee action. Supporters of the pregnancy care and doula bills described out-of-pocket costs as a barrier to maternal health and shared personal stories of high bills and unmet support needs. Biomarker testing advocates and cancer patients said coverage gaps deny patients access to precision treatment, can lead to avoidable suffering, and should be standardized across insurers; several speakers said insurers often deny claims despite clinical benefit. Dermatology witnesses said insurers’ use of Modifier 25 cuts reimbursement for same-day evaluation and procedure visits, forcing separate appointments and increasing patient burden. Mobile integrated health supporters described home-based care as a way to reduce emergency department use and hospital readmissions, especially for patients with transportation or mobility barriers. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the hearing itself.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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for legislative agenda um I'm grateful for legislative agenda um I'm grateful - We're grateful for the attention and investment in addressing student hunger that this body has made
- We're grateful for the attention and investment in addressing student hunger that this body has made
- We're grateful for the attention and investment in addressing student hunger that this body has made
Summary:
The committee heard informational testimony from student and advocacy groups focused on higher education affordability and support programs. Representatives of the Minnesota Association of Private College Students urged full funding for the Minnesota State Grant, describing it as essential for low- and moderate-income students and noting prior successes such as increased support for hunger-free campuses. Two student witnesses, including one first-generation college student and one refugee student, said the grant made college possible for them and warned that underfunding or cuts would limit students’ ability to choose the right school, especially at private colleges not covered by North Star Promise.
Members asked questions about the students’ schools, majors, and why they chose their institutions. The witnesses emphasized scholarship opportunities, campus community, faith-based support, and the importance of financial aid in making college accessible. No votes or formal actions were taken during this portion of the hearing.
The committee then heard from Vivian Dudley of Foster Advocates, who testified in support of the Foster Independence Grant. She described how the grant allowed her to begin college, stabilize housing and basic needs, and continue toward a social work degree, while warning that aging out of eligibility leaves foster youth facing renewed financial barriers. Members responded with supportive comments and asked about her educational path and work with youth; she said she wants to use her education to help others and to educate campuses on better supporting foster students.
Finally, Shay Hornik of the University of Minnesota student government testified in support of North Star Promise, arguing that the program reduces financial burdens and signals that higher education should be accessible regardless of family income. Hornik cited student financial stress, rising living costs, and public opinion favoring greater investment in higher education, and urged expansion of North Star Promise to help middle-class families. No committee action was taken in the transcript.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 5/6/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm grateful to you, and not seeing any.
- We've been very grateful for all of your work.
- We're grateful.
- Grateful to have you here.
- Grateful to have you important work.
Keywords:
workers' compensation, insurance programs, employee protection, Minnesota statutes, safety regulations, prevailing wage, certified payroll, payroll reporting, construction contracts, public works, project registration, labor standards, contractor compliance, subcontractor reporting, state government, Department of Administration, Commissioner of Labor and Industry, Metropolitan Council, highway construction, public construction
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Minnesota House lawmaker proposes more funding for expanded emergency emergency housing 4/14/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And I'm just grateful that now we are here. I'm able to be here today and we're thriving.
- And I'm just grateful that now we are here. I'm able to be here today and we're thriving.
- And I am so grateful for the work that gets done, and that's why I have, in my time here, supported bills
- And I am so grateful for the work that gets done, and that's why I have, in my time here, supported bills
- And I am so grateful for the work that gets done, and that's why I have, in my time here, supported bills
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- We are grateful for the Chairman's agreement to run a floor amendment just to tighten up the ID recording
- That's why I'm grateful you're here and grateful for all the work that was brought forward, so thank
- time does not stop for them either and they may be needing some of these services that's why I'm grateful
- words here and grateful for all the work that was brought forward so thank you members not okay and
Summary:
The House Committee on Government heard several measures related to property fraud, assisted living regulation, and memorials tied to free speech. SB 1479 would require photo identification and other identifying measures for deeds and real property documents notarized at county recorder offices, and would increase the penalty for knowingly submitting a false claim or forgery against real property from a Class 1 misdemeanor to a Class 5 felony. Testimony from a deed fraud victim, county assessors, the Attorney General’s Office, and an online notary stakeholder emphasized the prevalence of deed fraud and the value of parcel-specific notification systems; the chair also said he would run a floor amendment to tighten the bill. The committee voted 7-0 to return SB 1479 with a do pass recommendation.
SB 1473 would bar municipalities and counties from capping the number of residents in assisted living homes, restricting such homes on residentially zoned property, or imposing extra administrative requirements based solely on resident count. Supporters from the Arizona Assisted Living Homes Association and an assisted living home operator said recent local occupancy reductions, especially in Paradise Valley, threatened small homes, affordability, and access to care for seniors and vulnerable adults. Members discussed parking concerns and the need for residential care options; the bill was described as a property rights issue as well as a care-access issue. The committee approved SB 1473 on a 7-0 vote.
The committee then considered SB 1663, which creates a Freedom of Speech Monument Committee to nominate two deceased individuals each year from different political parties for recognition on a monument in the Governmental Mall. The sponsor’s statement framed the measure as honoring Arizonans who preserved free speech, while one public witness opposed it. The bill passed 4-1, with Rep. Márquez voting no. Finally, SB 1686, which renames Wesley Bolin Plaza and authorizes memorials for Charlie Kirk and Don Bowles, drew extended debate over whether the memorials should be combined. An amendment to separate the memorials failed 3-4, and after sponsor testimony and public comment both for and against, the committee approved SB 1686 on a 4-3 vote.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Minnesota House OKs SF3, the omnibus environment and natural resources budget and policy bill 8/9/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm super grateful for the work that was achieved inside this bill to achieve some good work on permitting
- I'm grateful, at just for members' sake, to share a little bit about the elimination of the shotgun zone
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CA
Transcript Highlights:
- We're proud to support SB 398 and are grateful to the leadership of Senator Umberg for authoring this
- Yes very grateful. Seeing that no other questions or comments from committee members.
- And we're very grateful to the leadership of Senator Umberg, Allen, and Cervantes, and Assemblymember
- Grateful you're here.
- influence and they might not have it if people can just write their own tickets to and I'm very grateful
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
Press Conference: DFL Finance Committee Members Address Federal Cuts to State Budget - 02/27/25
Transcript Highlights:
- I am really grateful to be with our seasoned members, our experienced members, and our very, very well-informed
- I am really grateful to be with our seasoned members, our experienced members, and our very, very well-informed
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KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (2-11-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- He knows everybody on this committee well, and I'm so grateful to call him a friend and let him know
- committee well he knows everybody and<00:04:00.599>
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let <00:04:02.640 - You've got so much knowledge to share, and I'm grateful to have that resource readily available.
Summary:
The House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection held its first meeting of the 2025 session, welcomed new members, announced a 24-hour rule for committee amendments, and reviewed basic meeting procedures. After roll call confirmed a quorum, members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer. The chair also recognized Representative Thomas for his service to the committee and presented remarks of appreciation as he moved into other duties.
The committee then considered House Bill 191, which would extend burial eligibility in Kentucky state veterans cemeteries to certain National Guard and Reserve members who were honorably discharged but never activated under Title 10. Testimony from Rep. Aaron Thompson and KDVA officials explained that the bill aligns with the federal Burial Guard Reserve Act of 2022 and would cover some long-serving Guard and Reserve members, including those who served during disasters such as the Eastern Kentucky floods and western Kentucky tornadoes. Members voiced support, and the bill passed the committee with a favorable recommendation after adoption of a title amendment.
Next, the committee took up House Bill 152, which would create a supplemental Medicaid payment program for public EMS agencies through voluntary intergovernmental transfers, with no general fund dollars used. Rep. Michael Meredith and EMS chiefs testified that the measure would help public agencies recover more of the cost of Medicaid transports; one example cited was a local agency that could increase reimbursement substantially under the program. In response to questions, witnesses said the existing program for public and private agencies is mandatory, while this bill creates an additional voluntary enhancement for public agencies only, and that the program could be affected if Medicaid match rates change. The committee approved the bill with a favorable recommendation and a title amendment. The meeting ended with announcements about Military Kids Day on February 25 and a Kentucky National Guard Association reception and dinner on February 15, followed by adjournment.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jun 25th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And so I'm inspired and grateful for your dedication. Great.
- And so I'm inspired and grateful for your dedication to the common good.
- And I'm grateful that they found you.
- all be grateful, that they have reached a compromise that is fair to Californians.
- I'm very grateful for the perseverance.
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (11-20-25)
Transcript Highlights:
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you <00:05:12.919>all - I am grateful that Representative Duval is committed to advancing legislation in the 2026 session, which
- I am grateful that Representative Duval is committed to advancing legislation in the 2026 session, which
Summary:
The committee first approved the October 23 meeting minutes and then heard testimony on a planned 2026 bill to modernize Kentucky’s audiology practice act. Witnesses from the Academy of Doctors of Audiology and a Kentucky audiologist said the proposal would largely codify existing authority and add new powers to order certain imaging and lab tests related to auditory and vestibular conditions, as well as prescribe topical ear medications. They argued the changes would reduce delays, especially in rural areas, improve access to hearing and balance care, and help address provider shortages. Committee members asked about evidence for the expansion, responsibility for reviewing imaging results and incidental findings, and whether the changes might affect referrals or scope of practice. The witnesses said they could provide evidence, that the audiologist would be responsible for obtaining and reviewing radiology reports and following up with patients and primary care providers, and that the goal was to speed treatment and streamline referrals when needed.
The committee then heard a separate proposal to update the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy statutes by licensing MRI technologists and diagnostic medical sonographers, who are not currently required to be licensed in Kentucky. The bill would create a transition period through January 1, 2028 for current practitioners, require national credentialing for new applicants after that date, expand the board from 9 to 11 members, and clarify scope and enforcement provisions. Supporters said the measure would improve patient safety, align Kentucky with most other states, and recognize national credentials. Members questioned how many workers would be affected, whether the state currently meets national standards, the cost of licensure, and whether the bill could worsen staffing shortages, especially in rural areas. The witnesses said about 800 MRI technologists and 1,600 sonographers in Kentucky are currently certified, initial licensure would cost $100, and existing licensees would not pay an additional fee. They also said the board viewed the change as a safety measure and noted increasing portability of MRI services across state lines.
Finally, the committee began hearing a respiratory care interstate compact proposal. The sponsor and respiratory care representatives described the compact as a way to allow licensed respiratory therapists from member states to practice across state lines. They outlined the profession’s role in hospitals, emergency departments, home care, pulmonary labs, long-term care, and telehealth, and said the compact would help with workforce flexibility and access to care. The transcript cuts off before the discussion concluded or any action was taken on that item.