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OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Retirement and Government Resources REVISED Apr 21st, 2026 at 10:30 am
Retirement and Government Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- it's my honor to present the gubernatorial nomination of Marc Wood to serve on the Oklahoma Tax Commission
- Wood currently serves as the chair of the Oklahoma Tax Commission and brings over 37 years of experience
- I served for the tax commission for four years, three years as chair.
- Members, we have an outstanding nominee today for the state fire marshall commission.
- Through the processes, I'm looking forward to serving on this commission. Thank you, Mr. Hamburger.
Bills:
HB1170
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm the sheriff of Payette County and the chair of the Idaho Public Safety Communications Commission.
- docket 50601-2501 of the temporary and pending rule for the Idaho Public Safety Communications Commission
- What this legislation does is it essentially creates a new licensing procedure for established caterers
- State Police, ABC, currently a caterer is not able... does is it essentially creates a new licensing procedure
Summary:
The Senate State Affairs Committee approved the January 19, 2026 minutes and then considered a temporary and pending rule for the Idaho Public Safety Communications Commission. Sheriff Andy Creech testified that the rule would reduce administrative burden and costs by allowing longer-term contracts for Next Generation 911 equipment and services, helping modernize degraded legacy 911 systems and improve location routing, redundancy, and interoperability. The committee moved and passed the rule.
The committee also introduced RS 32996, sponsored by Senator Shippey, which would create a new licensing procedure for established caterers. The proposal defines an established caterer as a business at a publicly accessible premise that caters at least 50 events per year and would allow such caterers to obtain liquor licensing for service at events, addressing the current limitation that they lack a brick-and-mortar premise for licensing purposes. The motion to introduce the bill was approved.
After official business, the committee hosted the American Falls FFA Ag Issues team. The students presented a courtroom-style debate on the federal Roadless Rule and the USDA’s 2025 rescission, with testimony and arguments focused on wildfire risk, forest management flexibility, tribal consultation, economic development, recreation, and environmental protection. Committee members praised the students’ preparation and public speaking, asked questions about their research process and how their views evolved, and recognized their achievements before adjournment.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Finally, per House Procedure Rules, witness testimony must be limited to the bill or resolution currently
- your partner, Senator Harris, in 2007 on an ADA. ...operation of management of the Texas Youth Commission
- It would require local juvenile probation boards to establish. policies and procedures to redirect youth
- the Texas Supreme Court and the Criminal Court of Appeals for the establishment of the Judicial Commission
Keywords:
juvenile justice, correctional facilities, reform, rehabilitation, Texas Juvenile Justice Department, alcohol awareness, court-ordered programs, substance misuse education, deferred disposition, youth, parole reform, inmates under 18, mental health, educational achievement, reintegration, foster youth, behavior intervention, community services, diversion policies, HB 5653
TX
Texas 89th Regular
S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships Mar 31st, 2025
S/C on Family & Fiduciary Relationships
Transcript Highlights:
- My name is Lee Spiller, I'm with the Citizens Commission on Human Rights, and we're in support of this
- Well, it says here you're testifying for the bill as Executive Director of the Citizens Commission on
- The Texas probate law contains several procedural requirements that create inefficiencies and inconsistencies
- This bill aims to modernize and clarify those probate administration procedures.
Keywords:
electronic devices, family violence, criminal prosecution, protective orders, tracking, harassment, family allowance, decedent's estate, surviving spouse, minor children, inheritance, child support, maintenance, HB 1734, Family Code, Section 155.207, suit affecting the parent-child relationship, SAPCR, continuing exclusive jurisdiction, jurisdiction transfer
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services Mar 26th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- emitted into the air when heat-generating instruments are used to cut human tissue during surgical procedures
- centers to adopt and implement policies requiring the use of smoke evacuation systems during surgical procedures
- Governor when choosing the appointees, but also providing for interim appointments by the local commission
- The bill also allows the department the ability to grant more narrow and limited exemptions... ...Commission
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services first heard and adopted the proposed fiscal year 2025-26 budget for the committee, which was presented as a $1.8 billion increase over the current base budget. The budget emphasized Medicaid and KidCare funding, IT modernization, workforce reductions tied to unfilled or augmented positions, provider rate increases, mental health and substance use funding, opioid treatment, elder care, veterans’ services, cancer research, and school nurse staffing. The committee approved technical adjustments and then adopted the budget proposal for submission to the full Senate Appropriations Committee.
The committee then considered several bills, most of which were reported favorably. SB 152 on surgical smoke required hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers to adopt smoke evacuation policies; it drew strong support from nurses and other health care workers describing workplace and patient safety risks. CS/SB 958 on early detection of type 1 diabetes required the Department of Health to develop informational materials for schools and, by amendment, early learning coalitions. CS/CS/SB 170 on nursing homes required consumer satisfaction surveys, patient safety culture surveys, reporting to the health information exchange, financial reporting penalties, and Medicaid quality incentive reporting; an amendment exempted state-operated homes, including veterans’ facilities, and directed a study of quality incentive systems. CS/SB 738 updated and streamlined child care regulation, and CS/SB 1356 created the Florida Institute for Pediatric Rare Diseases at Florida State University and a related pediatric rare disease screening pilot.
The committee also passed SB 1370, which reorganized ambulatory surgical centers into their own statutory framework, with testimony emphasizing their lower costs compared with hospitals. Finally, the committee considered CS/CS/SB 1626 on child welfare and related issues. After adopting multiple amendments that removed references to unaccompanied alien children and special immigrant visas, changed language on child abuse definitions, and required DCF to set room-and-board rates by methodology rather than fee schedule, the bill was explained as strengthening child welfare protections, codifying military-family coordination, improving domestic violence shelter certification, adjusting children’s services council appointments, clarifying missing-child procedures, and updating licensing and compliance provisions. The bill drew both support and opposition, particularly over missing-child jurisdiction and immigration-related concerns, and was ultimately reported favorably. A final motion to record a vote on SB 958 was also adopted.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Ways and Means Mar 31st, 2026
Joint Committee on Ways and Means
Transcript Highlights:
- I may need to rely on the Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for some services.
- So it's essential that the Commission receive this funding for fiscal year 2027, I believe.
- The essential services that the Commission has been providing are really good services.
- We have faculty delaying critical surgical procedures to keep working, adjuncts teaching more classes
- We have faculty delaying critical surgical procedures to keep working, adjuncts teaching more classes
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Insurance Committee Jul 16th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Moreover, Uber's insurer delays access to UIM benefits by creating a procedural roadblock at a time when
- That was the industry study that we commissioned this year. It may be... Early Research Group.
- That was the industry study that we commissioned this year. It may be what you're referring to.
- Both of my knees required surgical intervention, and my back needed multiple procedures.
- SB 616 will create an independent community hardening commission within the Department of Insurance.
Summary:
The committee heard several insurance-related bills. SB 371 by Senator Cabaldon would lower uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage requirements for rideshare companies from the current $1 million level to $100,000 per person and $300,000 per incident, with added transparency and data-reporting provisions. Uber, Lyft, and several business groups supported the bill as a way to reduce fares and improve affordability, while consumer attorneys, labor groups, and others opposed it as a major cut in protection for injured passengers and drivers. Committee members raised concerns about whether savings would actually reach riders and drivers, but the bill was approved on a do-pass vote to the next committee, with one member not voting.
SB 487 by Senator Grayson would change how settlement or judgment proceeds are distributed when peace officers or firefighters are injured by a third party, ensuring they receive at least two-thirds of the at-fault party’s liability insurance limits in certain cases. Supporters, including public safety unions and an injured deputy sheriff, said current law can leave injured first responders with little or no recovery after employer reimbursement, while opponents representing cities, counties, and public agencies argued the bill would reduce recovery of taxpayer-funded workers’ compensation costs and lacked sufficient data. The committee members who spoke largely supported the bill, and it passed on a do-pass vote to Appropriations, with one member not voting.
SB 616 by Senator Rubio would create an independent community hardening commission within the Department of Insurance to develop statewide wildfire mitigation recommendations and a post-catastrophe reporting process. The Department of Insurance, local governments, consumer groups, and fire-related organizations supported the measure as a way to improve wildfire resilience and insurance availability, while water agencies opposed provisions touching water infrastructure and warned of litigation and ratepayer impacts. The bill advanced on a do-pass vote to Appropriations, with some members not voting and one member voting no. The committee also heard SB 547 by Senator Perez, coauthored by Senator Rubio, which would extend wildfire-related insurance cancellation/nonrenewal moratoriums to commercial properties; insurers removed their opposition after amendments, and the bill passed to Appropriations on a do-pass vote.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (01/28/2026)
Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Legislative Audit Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- The Commission has continued to actively pursue this issue.
- The Commission is currently considering refinements to the interconnection process.
- So, sort of the way the CPUC process works, procedural process.
- So there's a lot of work that we can do productively at the commission.
- Okay. 2026-126, Public Utilities Commission utility timeliness oversight by Senator Allen.
Summary:
The committee met as a subcommittee because quorum was initially lacking, and the state auditor gave an update on his office’s workload, including several JALAC audits in progress, other statutory audits, staffing growth, and capacity to begin additional audits. Members also announced that one audit request on Prop. 28 was being held and that the PUC request would be moved off consent for presentation. After quorum was later established, the committee took up and approved several audit requests, including the DMV license revocation audit on consent, the CPUC utility interconnection timeliness audit, and the Caltrans SR 710 extension project audit. The fusion centers audit was approved on call, while the Orange County Board of Education audit was still being discussed when the transcript ended.
Senator Cervantes presented the fusion centers audit request, arguing that California’s fusion centers operate with little public oversight and may collect, share, and retain sensitive information without adequate legal authority, privacy protections, or accountability. Supporters, including former FBI agent Mike German and an ACLU representative, said the centers function as opaque intelligence-sharing hubs and have a history of inaccurate or biased reporting. The state auditor said the audit would examine the State Threat Assessment Center and two local fusion centers, focusing on oversight, legal authority, data quality, disclosure controls, use of private vendors, funding, and performance metrics, while noting possible access and public disclosure limits because of intelligence-related information. The request drew sharp criticism from one member, who called it politicized and unnecessary, but it ultimately advanced on call.
Senator Allen’s CPUC audit request focused on the commission’s enforcement of Rule 21 interconnection timelines for customer-sited solar and storage projects. Supporters said utilities routinely miss deadlines, causing delays and added costs for schools, nonprofits, businesses, and homeowners, while CPUC staff said the commission has public reporting, workshops, and an active proceeding to address the issue. The auditor said the review would examine CPUC monitoring, enforcement tools, and data on why utilities struggle to comply, estimating about 3,500 hours of work. The committee approved the request after discussion about whether an audit or legislative oversight would be the best tool.
Senator Perez and Assembly Member Fong presented the Caltrans 710 corridor audit request, describing tenant complaints about mold, pests, deferred maintenance, inconsistent pricing, unclear communications, and delays in the affordable sales program created under the Roberti Act. Caltrans said it had completed many sales, was moving additional properties, and remained committed to transparency and compliance. The auditor said the review would examine whether Caltrans is complying with the Roberti Act, how it sets affordable prices, appraisal and appeal practices, communications with buyers, rent accounting, property maintenance, and follow-up on prior audit recommendations. The committee also heard Senator Umberg’s request to audit the Orange County Board of Education over transparency, contracting, litigation spending, charter oversight, and whistleblower issues; supporters argued the board’s actions warranted scrutiny, while board representatives said there was no factual basis for an audit and that complaints, enforcement actions, and legal challenges were minimal or absent.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Aug 22nd, 2025
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- In response to a recommendation by the Sunset Commission, T.
- in order for me to sue under Monell liability, I have to be able to prove a practice, policy, or procedure
- There's a separate body-worn camera statute and code of Criminal procedure that, uh, the police departments
- During this past regular session, the commission announced that the practices were noncompliant and has
- The um section of the Code of Criminal Procedure that talks about body-worn camera camera footage is
Bills:
SB 15
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- We can also now investigate financial procedures and records, elections, access to records, procedural
- As a result, can Access to records, procedural completion of a SERS, and much more.
- explore—and I picked an arbitrary number at 85%, because I just matched what an insurance agent's commission
- and they set even half of that portion aside, pay someone like you a management fee instead of a commission
- and they set even half of that portion aside, pay someone like you a management fee instead of a commission
Summary:
The Committee on Regulated Industries met for a panel discussion on current issues affecting Florida condominiums. DBPR Secretary Melanie Griffin highlighted the department’s expanded condo education, complaint, and ombudsman services under HB 1021, including new online resources, board member certification, increased outreach, and broader complaint jurisdiction. She said the division has filled most of its new positions and that the new condo website is intended to improve transparency and access to records and information.
Other panelists focused on insurance, inspections, and market impacts. Insurance agent Mike Clarkson said the condo insurance market remains difficult, especially for older buildings, and raised concerns about roof replacement demands, Citizens’ depopulation practices, and the mismatch between reserve studies and insurer timelines. Building officials representative Ron Laceca described challenges with phase one and phase two inspections, including incomplete databases, limited contractor capacity, and the need for local flexibility and better recordkeeping. University of Florida researcher Bill Hughes said his data show the condo market has not suffered a major overall decline from the new laws; he argued the rules have made costs more transparent and may strengthen the market over time.
Community association manager Jamie Ballard said the biggest pressures on associations are rising insurance costs and early roof replacement requirements, and she supported board certification while opposing the continuing education exemption for long-tenured CAMs. In committee discussion, members pressed witnesses on whether recent condo laws caused insurance and roof-cost problems, and witnesses generally said those issues are driven more by the market than by the legislation. Senators also discussed possible reforms, including better data collection, clearer reporting duties for managers, and possible changes to insurance and reserve practices. No votes were taken, and the meeting ended with adjournment.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
New York State Senate Session - 05/06/2026
New York Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- . >> Senator Baskin moves to discharge from the Committee on Corporations and Authorities and Commission
- SENATOR BASKIN MOVES TO DISCHARGE FROM THE COMMITTEE ON CORPORATIONS AND AUTHORITIES AND COMMISSION,
- BILL IS PASSED. >> Calendar 795, Senate Print 611A, Senator Stavisky, an act to amend the Criminal Procedure
- . >> Ayes 62. >> The bill is passed. >> 802, 4763A, Senator Bailey, an act to amend the Criminal Procedure
- . >> Ayes 62. >> The bill is passed. >> 802, 4763A, Senator Bailey, an act to amend the Criminal Procedure
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, approved the journal, and welcomed several guest groups, including Saugerties student government officers, the Marlboro High School boys bowling state champions, a civics group, a National Guard/9-11 responder advocate, family members honoring Salvador Vizcarrondo Jr., architecture professionals, correctional officers and employees, and small business representatives. Members also offered resolutions recognizing Architecture Week, Correctional Officers and Employees Week, and Small Business Week, along with tributes to community leaders and student achievements.
The chamber then took up a series of bills on the non-controversial calendar, passing measures on education leave for incarcerated people, utility interconnection study, property tax exemption, alcohol regulation, executive law, school drill requirements, victim sentencing rights, public health, public officers, public authorities, election law, environmental conservation, veterans/homeland security, labor, and other topics. Several bills were laid aside. Some measures drew brief explanations of vote, including concerns about school safety drills, correctional staffing and safety, and a victims’ rights bill that one senator said mirrored an earlier version he had carried.
The most extended debate centered on the 21st Century Antitrust Act (Calendar 879), with supporters arguing it would modernize antitrust enforcement against dominant firms, especially big tech, and opponents warning it would create vague standards, invite private lawsuits, and harm small and rural businesses. Another debated bill (Calendar 818) would restrict sharing of utility consumption data with police; supporters framed it as a privacy measure requiring normal legal process, while opponents said it would hinder law enforcement while still allowing state regulators access. Both bills were ultimately restored to the non-controversial calendar and passed, and the Senate adjourned until the next day.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections Jan 30th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I know I think the office is going to testify, but how does this change some of their, I guess, procedures
- SAO's risk assessment procedures relate to the audit that we perform, not to the state as a whole.
- Those risk assessment procedures relate to the audit that we perform, not to the state as a whole.
- sponsored by Senator Wellman, relating to requirements for members of the Washington State Women's Commission
- The bill before you removes the current requirement for members of the Women's Commission to be confirmed
Summary:
The committee began by waiving the five-day notice rule for Senate Bills 631 and 5046. It then held public hearings on several measures. Senate Bill 6215 would require the state auditor to compile an inventory of audited state programs and an annual statewide high-risk list focused on fraud prevention; the sponsor said it would improve transparency, while the State Auditor’s office raised concerns about cost, scope, record retention limits, and the bill’s timeline. Senate Bill 6160 would eliminate or modify dozens of agency reporting requirements across state government; OFM and the sponsor described it as a government-efficiency measure, while some senators noted they wanted to preserve certain reports. Senate Bill 6313 would create a Capitol Centennial Stewardship Account to support repairs, remodeling, interpretive facilities, and public engagement at the Capitol ahead of its 100th anniversary in 2028. Senate Bill 6049 would exempt certain employee engagement survey responses and Healthy Youth Survey records from public disclosure; OFM, students, and other supporters argued the bill would protect privacy and encourage honest participation, while the record showed substantial opposition sign-ins. Senate Bill 6164 would exempt information submitted to Washington Technology Solutions for digital experience platform services from disclosure; WOTEC and some media representatives supported it as a narrow privacy measure, while one coalition opposed it as overly broad. Senate Bill 5046 would designate November 22 as Kimchi Day, which the sponsor framed as a cultural recognition bill, with little opposition noted in testimony.
In executive session, the committee considered Senate Bills 6035, 5853, and 5888. It adopted a proposed substitute for SB 6035, which concerns an electronic ballot portal and tribal voting access, and sent it to Rules. It also adopted a proposed substitute for SB 5853, which shifts administration of a statewide emergency notification system for elected officials from the Secretary of State to the Military Department, and sent it to Ways and Means. Finally, it passed SB 5888, which removes Senate confirmation for members of the Washington State Women’s Commission, and sent it to Rules. The committee then adjourned.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- We can also help expedite the process on our screening and intake processes and procedures.
- Fleeing the commission or attempted commission of family violence, that's already in the law.
- It's not a constitutional matter; this is code of criminal procedure, and it's simply a notice provision
- SB 456 revokes the license for using a harvested organ during a procedure and increases the criminal
Keywords:
human organs, criminal penalties, physician license, medical ethics, illegal trade, SB 826, Texas, DWI, driving while intoxicated, intoxicated driving, school crossing zone, school zone, reduced speed limit, traffic safety, child safety, pedestrian safety, felony DWI, state jail felony, Penal Code Section 49.04, Transportation Code Section 541.302
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
House of Representitives Mar 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Corporation to work in conjunction with the Division of Administration and the State Civil Service Commission
- Corporation to work in conjunction with the Division of Administration and the State Civil Service Commission
- by Representative Carrier, Title 15, Prisoners: transfer of prisoners; provides for notification procedures
- Tomorrow will be our first Bible study of the year for Michael Sprague's Capital Commission Group.
Summary:
The House met with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then took up introductions of several resolutions and bills. Resolutions introduced included measures to recognize Funeral Directors’ Day, commend the crew of Eve, recognize Crime Stoppers of Greater New Orleans, honor Nurse Practitioner Day, and express condolences for several deceased public figures and former members. Several resolutions were adopted immediately by suspension of the rules, including condolences resolutions and commendations for Bernardo de Gálvez, Codafield Day, Drew Brees, the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association, and support for continued National Guard operations at Camp Beauregard.
The House also received multiple bills and committee reports. Introduced bills included appropriations measures to pay consent judgments, a property tax exemption bill for certain trusts involving property owners age 65 or older, a nursing medication administration bill, and a prisoner transfer notification bill referred to the Committee on Justice. Committee reports were read showing numerous House bills reported favorably or with amendments from Civil Law and Transportation. No floor votes on those bills were taken in the transcript, and many items were noted as lying over.
During personal privilege remarks, members discussed PILOT (payments in lieu of taxes) data and transparency, with concerns about foregone revenue and local taxing authorities. The chamber also recognized visiting 7th grade students from Trinity Episcopal School and held a moment of silence honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson. Announcements were made for upcoming committee meetings, an ethics training after adjournment, and a Bible study event. The House then agreed to adjourn until 2:00 p.m. the next day.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- in an effort to cast mail-in Commission in an effort to cast mail-in ballots<00:09:31.600><c> and</c
- And the power to control election procedures is so significant that the Constitution distributes that
- :18:45.960><c> election</c> And the power to control election And the power to control election procedures
- ><c> so</c><00:18:47.440><c> significant</c><00:18:48.520><c> that</c><00:18:48.680><c> the</c> procedures
- This effort, like the president's previous attempt to dictate election procedure through executive order
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Jan 28th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- He was a member of the American Indian Policy Review Commission for two years and has represented United
- or limitations in notice requirements under the jurisdiction of the Utilities and Transportation Commission
- waiving or suspending any other statutory or regulatory obligations or limitations, prescribing the procedures
- And you're going to hear from WSDOT and other things that, you know, there are processes and procedures
- And we find that there is so much work in those planning committees, those commissions.
Summary:
The Transportation Committee held public hearings on House Bill 2550 and House Bill 2645, then moved to executive session on three other bills. HB 2550 would require certain community and technical college students enrolled in degree- or certificate-seeking programs to be allowed to ride transit for free as a condition of transit support grant eligibility. Staff said the current program already requires zero-fare access for riders 18 and under, and the bill would expand that requirement to CTC students. Testimony from the sponsor, students, and transit advocates supported the goal of reducing barriers to education, while the Washington State Transit Association raised implementation concerns, including how eligibility would be verified and the potential loss of fare revenue and added administrative costs. The fiscal note discussion estimated local impacts of roughly $10 million to $12 million per year for affected transit agencies.
HB 2645 concerned the emergency replacement of the closed Fairfax Bridge on State Route 165. The bill and proposed substitute would declare an emergency and give WSDOT expanded authority to expedite bridge replacement by waiving or suspending certain state requirements. The sponsor and many local residents, business owners, recreation advocates, and emergency responders testified that the bridge closure has cut off communities, limited access to Mount Rainier and public lands, and significantly increased emergency response times. WSDOT testified that it is already moving forward with planning and design for a replacement bridge, but said much of the timeline is driven by federal requirements such as NEPA, historic preservation, and endangered species review. No vote was taken on HB 2550 or HB 2645 in the transcript.
In executive session, the committee adopted a proposed substitute for HB 2109, which allows certain towed vehicles with debris on them to be covered instead of cleaned before transport, and passed it out of committee 27-0. The committee also adopted an amendment to HB 2134, which updates regional transportation planning requirements related to greenhouse gas and vehicle miles traveled reductions, and passed the bill out 16-12. Finally, the committee adopted two amendments to HB 2323 creating the Blue Envelope Program for traffic stops involving neurodiverse individuals, then passed the bill out of committee 28-0.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Nov 19th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- FTE to address workload increases from statutory requirements, including the Medical Examiners Commission
- They go before the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission for their offenses.
- was over this section that supported the staffing of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission
- and then it rises up—those offenses that rise up to the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission
- The first thing I will tell you is I can't address federal agencies and what their policies and procedures
Summary:
The committee heard budget presentations from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, the Department of Juvenile Justice, and the clerks of court. FDLE outlined 28 legislative budget requests for fiscal year 2026-27, including funding for a new Fort Myers regional operations center lease, technology and data system upgrades, moving several programs off uncertain federal grants, expanding the wellness office, cryptocurrency seizure efforts, cybersecurity, forensic equipment, digital forensics, criminal history modernization, training, and the SAFE fentanyl enforcement program. Members asked about the reported 79% increase in officer misconduct cases, the role of body cameras and masking, public records request burdens on local agencies, and the status of Fibers and the Uniform Arrest Affidavit systems. FDLE said the misconduct data covers all sworn officers and corrections personnel, that many cases would not be affected by body cameras because they involve off-duty conduct or internal matters, and that it is working with agencies and vendors to improve participation in reporting systems.
DJJ Secretary Matt Walsh updated the committee on the Florida Scholars Academy, describing the new unified education system across 39 residential facilities. He reported first-year enrollment, course completions, graduations, and compliance results, and said the program now provides in-person and blended instruction, individualized support, mental health services, and career and technical education. He also discussed staffing shortages in some detention facilities, the need for more residential beds, and the importance of recognizing and supporting staff. In response to questions, he explained how the program addresses students with disabilities and behavioral needs through one-on-one instruction, paraprofessionals, and immediate mental health support.
The clerks of court presented a budget request centered on funding shortfalls and rising costs. Clerk and Comptroller Stacey Butterfield said clerks are operating with outdated funding levels despite increased statutory duties, higher postage and staffing costs, and growing workloads in priority case types such as injunctions for protection and other high-risk matters. The clerks requested $22 million in direct appropriations, including support for due process costs, jury management, and staffing for 37 new judges approved last session. Members also asked about Senate Bill 532, which Butterfield described as a CPI-based measure to update court fines and fees that have remained unchanged since 2008. The committee took no votes on the presentations and adjourned after discussion.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Criminal Justice Mar 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- We have Anna appointment to the Florida Commission on Offender Review.
- stand before you today seeking confirmation for my appointment as pro commissioner to the Florida Commission
- knowledge and skills and the boots on the ground experience to make determinations required at the commission
- Michelle Worth as a member of the Florida Commission of Offender Review.
- And you can come back answer question for Senator Pizzo the if you know the process and procedure for
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of David Fotouhi, of Virginia, to be Deputy Administrator, and Aaron Szabo, of Virginia, to be an Assistant Administrator, both of the Environmental Protection Agency. Mar 5th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Environment and Public Works Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Szabo worked as a career civil servant, first for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and then the Office
- career civil servant and he began his own career as a public servant at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission. At the NRC, I was able to become a member of the U.S.
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
- , the waiver process under Section 209 versus the rulemaking process under the Administrative Procedures