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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Higher Education Committee Dec 3rd, 2025
Joint Higher Education Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Before I open the floor for questions, I did want to mention that I included several additional slides
- I'll open up for questions. Thank you. Thank you. Can you follow up and open up for questions?
- The annual primary reserve ratio is similar in its interpretation, and it compares available assets to
- The annual primary reserve ratio is similar in its interpretation, and it compares available assets to
- I've got a question that I'll open it up for other members' questions.
Committee:
Joint Joint Higher Education Committee
Summary:
The Joint Higher Education Committee met for a work session on higher education accounting practices and financial transparency. OFM Deputy Director Sarah Rupp explained how state accounting rules and higher education reporting differ, including what data is captured in AFRS today and what will move into Workday, with universities generally reporting summary-level fund data, mandatory codes, and most balance sheet and income statement activity, but not transaction-level detail or vendor payment information. Representatives from the University of Washington and Washington State University described the complexity of their own accounting systems, the many entities and business lines they must track for audits and compliance, and the need to reconcile university-level accrual accounting with state reporting requirements. The committee also heard from the Education Research and Data Center on the public four-year finance dashboard created under Senate Bill 5512; ERDC said the dashboard is based on publicly available data, is best used to examine institutions individually rather than compare them directly, and will be updated with additional metrics in 2025 and 2026.
The committee then received a presentation from the Washington Student Achievement Council on the Workforce Education Investment Account (WIA). Joel Anderson reviewed WIA’s creation under House Bill 2158, its revenue sources, and its intended uses for higher education, financial aid, and workforce development. He said recent legislation significantly increased WIA revenues and that, in the 2025–27 budget, the account is being used in new ways, including to replace general fund support for University of Washington operations and to fund a larger share of the Washington College Grant and some faculty compensation costs. Anderson said roughly 98% of current WIA appropriations go to higher education, but the share used to supplant other higher education funding has grown, and he estimated about 60% to 70% of current spending still aligns with the account’s original intent. He also described a new effort to track WIA appropriations across biennia in more detail and noted the WIA Oversight Board’s role in recommending uses of the account and monitoring outcomes. No votes were taken; the committee ended by moving into executive session for staffing issues and then adjourned.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Mortgage Finance Authority Act Oversight Sep 2nd, 2025
Mortgage Finance Authority Act Oversight Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- We'll look at that a little bit more, but those are the two primary methods it funds itself really drives
- And I would be happy to open it up to any questions. Thank you very much, Ms.
- But how long those vacancies have been open as well.
- We do monitor all these have an open application for service providers.
- Place open.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine risk management, credit, and rural business views on the agricultural economy, focusing on views from the field. Mar 11th, 2025 at 01:30 pm
Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Following introductions, the Ranking Member will deliver her opening statement.
- We ask that you consider crossing the line. as the primary tool to help fill these gaps.
- I made some comments on that in my opening remarks and the disaster payments that have been made in recent
- I'm sorry that you have a personal... circumstance and it is the primary reason I asked Kansans to give
- The record will remain open for five days. Today's hearing is now adjourned.
Keywords:
farm bill, rural economy, crop insurance, access to credit, young farmers, USDA funding freeze, agricultural policy, risk management
Summary:
The meeting of the agricultural committee focused on significant concerns regarding the current state of America's rural economy, highlighting the need for a strong five-year farm bill to address the challenges faced by farmers, particularly young and beginning farmers. Key testimony was given by multiple stakeholders including agricultural leaders and young farmers, emphasizing issues related to crop insurance, access to credit, and the adverse impact of recent USDA funding freezes. Various members discussed the necessity of risk management tools that farmers rely on to secure financing, which is crucial for sustaining agricultural operations and supporting rural communities. The importance of timely legislative action was underscored, as many farmers reported struggles in the current economic climate, raising urgency for reforms within the Farm Bill framework.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The association provides coverage for homeowners who can't find coverage on the open market.
- That concludes my opening remarks. I'm happy to answer any questions. Thank you.
- And I'm glad that the chairman has brought up that that's gonna be one of his primary focuses for the
- And we know of the abuses we talked in the opening about waste and fraud, etc.
- The primary reason for TWIA's growth is that private market carriers are becoming more selective about
Committee:
House Insurance
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee 3/5/26
Higher Education Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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- I sent her to her primary doctor.
- </c> that you think we could do to the open that you think we could do to the open meeting<01:30:15.040
- also have their meetings open.
Committee:
House Higher Education Finance and Policy
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing no discussion or debate, staff, please open the vote.
- Seeing no discussion or debate, staff, please open the vote.
- Seeing no discussion or debate, staff, please open the vote. Tedford, I.
- Seeing no discussion or debate, staff, please open the vote. Tedford, I.
- That's absolutely the primary concern.
Committee:
House Energy
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/03/2026 - House Natural Resources, Energy & Water
Natural Resources, Energy & Water
Transcript Highlights:
- You know, we're open to having conversations about this.
- The primary objective section contains a delayed repeal date of January 1, 2030.
- it was two days ago, and I wanted to work with you on that, but just wanted to ask if you would be open
- And I'm open to take any questions. Any questions for the sponsor? Any questions for the sponsor?
- Is the sponsor open to the amendments, the friendly amendments from the industry?
Bills:
HB2014 , HB2113 , HB2145 , HB2331 , HB2340 , HB2389 , HB2400 , HB2401 , HB2428 , HB2494 , HB2696 , HB2756 , HB2795 , HB2955 , HCM2008
Committee:
House Natural Resources, Energy & Water
Keywords:
air emissions, fuel blends, environmental quality, feasibility study, Arizona Department of Agriculture, utility consumer, rate intervention, public service corporation, Arizona Revised Statutes, residential rates, consumer protection, fuel reformulation, gasoline standards, environmental regulations, ethanol supply, Air Quality, energy reliability, electric service providers, reliable resources, public power entity
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Select Committee on California's Mental Health Crisis Dec 2nd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- And with that, I want to invite Assemblymember Shiavo to make some opening remarks. Thank you.
- And I really appreciate the opening comments, making sure that we are upholding our mission to serve
- And I really appreciate the opening comments, making sure that we are upholding our mission to serve
- The Community Mental Health Services Block Grant, and then also we currently have two primary funding
- And now we're going to open it up to public comments.
Summary:
The hearing focused on California’s 988 suicide and crisis lifeline and the broader crisis response system, with members and witnesses emphasizing both the system’s life-saving role and the risks posed by funding gaps, rising demand, and uneven local implementation. Opening remarks highlighted the personal impact of suicide and the need to strengthen crisis response so calls are answered quickly and linked to appropriate care rather than defaulting to 911, emergency rooms, or law enforcement. State officials described the AB 988 five-year implementation plan, which sets goals around public awareness, equitable access, high-quality call/chat/text response, and better integration with ongoing behavioral health services.
State agencies reported progress on infrastructure, coordination, and related behavioral health investments. CalHHS said California has expanded mobile crisis teams, crisis stabilization units, and youth behavioral health supports, and is preparing additional public awareness and grant programs tied to Proposition 1. DHCS explained that 988 is funded through a federal SAMHSA grant and the AB 988 surcharge, while Medi-Cal separately funds mobile crisis services; officials said the mobile crisis benefit is active in 53 counties and that statewide expansion remains a work in progress. Cal OES described the statewide technical buildout, including network infrastructure in all 11 crisis centers, interoperability with 911, and a pilot of next-generation routing and call-handling tools. The 988 California Consortium said call volume continues to rise sharply, missed calls remain a major concern, text/chat capacity is limited, and centers need more stable funding, better reimbursement, and stronger feedback loops with the state.
County and community witnesses stressed that local systems need more flexible, sustained support to match the demand. Lake County described a peer-led rural mobile crisis model that has reduced law enforcement holds and increased housing placements, but said county-run mobile crisis teams still cannot reliably access 988 surcharge dollars and face reimbursement problems from Medi-Cal and commercial plans. Santa Clara County reported strong performance metrics, rapid call answer times, and a broad continuum of mobile crisis services, but said staffing and funding are strained and commercial reimbursement remains slow. The Mental Health Association of San Francisco said the peer-run warm line complements 988 by offering non-emergency support and warm handoffs, but recent budget changes forced cuts to Spanish-language service, federation support, and hours. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the hearing; members mainly asked questions about surcharge levels, budget timing, coordination among agencies, data collection, and how to improve collaboration with frontline crisis centers.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2025-05-01 (11:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Senators and guests in the gallery, please rise for the opening prayer to be delivered today by Pastor
- As of late 2024, approximately 50 open criminal investigations related to petition gatherers were active
- So, There were approximately 50 open criminal investigations related to petition gatherers or initiatives
- Approximately 50 open criminal investigations related to petition gatherers or initiatives were active
- And that is where so many, well, other than OBGYN in the primary care range, but when you talk about
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of member introductions recognizing interns, pages, volunteers, and the retirement of Pastor Gary Austin from the sergeant’s office. Leadership also announced that budget talks with the House were continuing and that senators would not need to plan on being in next week, suggesting progress toward a budget framework. After routine floor business, the chamber took up a major third-reading measure on citizen initiatives and several education bills, followed later by returning messages from the House on health and school-safety measures.
The most extensive debate centered on the citizen initiative bill, which sponsors said was intended to protect the constitutional amendment process from fraud and abuse based on election-crime investigations and a large state report on petition fraud. Supporters argued the bill would add reasonable guardrails, prevent misuse of public funds, and preserve integrity while still allowing grassroots participation. Opponents from both parties argued it would make citizen-led amendments much harder by adding costs, deadlines, criminal penalties, and administrative burdens that would chill participation and favor wealthy or corporate interests. After lengthy debate, the Senate voted 28-10 to pass the bill.
The chamber then passed several education measures with little or no opposition, including bills tied to Bright Futures, dual enrollment, Florida ABLE, teacher preparation, and other education policy updates, all by 38-0. Later, the Senate concurred in House amendments on a stem cell therapy bill, an EKG requirement for student athletes, and a cardiac emergency bill, each passing 37-0. The House also sent back a school safety bill with amendments affecting child care facility partnerships with law enforcement, temporary door locks during active assailant incidents, supervision windows, and funding for panic alarm systems; the transcript ends as that bill is being explained.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Republican Caucus Members Present Bill Package Addressing Waste, Fraud and Abuse - 02/12/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- With that, I'll open it up for questions. Senator Gr?
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- lot of things missing in the bill, and I think the author, Senator [questionable: Senug], has been open
- lot of things missing in the bill, and I think the author, Senator [questionable: Senug], has been open
- lot of things missing in the bill, and I think the author, Senator [questionable: Senug], has been open
WY
Transcript Highlights:
- This just opens bill, those still stand.
- Seeing none, I would open it up for public comment.
- And by not but it's a primary right."
- </c> right to keep and bear arms is a primary right to keep and bear arms is a primary right.<00:32:05.919
- </c><00:43:31.839><c> up</c> about opening up about opening up that<00:43:34.319><c> confidentiality<
Committee:
House Appropriations
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- The IRS has recently issued guidance opening that space up.
- So we've just opened the door a little further, it seems. ...you reading it.
- So we've just opened the door a little further, it seems. And, Mr.
- That isn't their primary mission, as was mentioned earlier by some testifiers.
- If a church were to exceed that, they are opening themselves up to disclosure.
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Turnout opens it up for public testimony.
- And we're now open to public testimony.
- If not, the Chair now opens for invited testimony.
- If not, the chair now opens up for invited testimony.
- You're now open for public testimony.
Committee:
Senate Criminal Justice
Keywords:
HB 48, oilfield theft, organized theft, petroleum products, oil and gas equipment, DPS, Department of Public Safety, Texas, Railroad Commission, criminal justice, energy resources, theft prevention, organized crime, border region, El Paso, law enforcement task force, asset recovery, pipeline theft, drilling equipment, equipment theft
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Transportation Committee Aug 10th, 2026
Transportation
Transcript Highlights:
- The hearing room is open for attendance at this hearing, and it can be watched from a live stream on
- We will allow two minutes each for two primary witnesses, and support and opposition of the bill.
- of this hearing to come so we can establish a quorum, and noting that our quorum roll will be held open
Committee:
House Transportation
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 1/21/25
Children and Families Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is the primary executive branch agency that oversees
- The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is the primary executive branch agency that oversees
- The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is the primary executive branch agency that oversees
- The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is the primary executive branch agency that oversees
- You're probably familiar with the primary license types that are available.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- We'll keep it open for others to add on later.
- We'll keep it open for others to add on later.
- We'll keep it open, however. Okay, that bill is out.
- That bill is out, but we'll keep the roll open for absent members.
- He left again, approaching me with more candy, open candy, touching me.
Committee:
House Public Safety
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Emerging Issues Mar 2nd, 2026
Emerging Issues and Professional Registration
Transcript Highlights:
- Using a toilet is a primary biological process.
- Scotland tried to open an open-facility law in 2023, but they rolled that back in 2025 due to rising
- The primary function of our reproductive system is to reproduce.
- Their Catholic church is very open for a rural community.
- I mean, it opens up all kinds of new doors.
Summary:
The committee held public hearings on several bills, beginning with HB 2855, which would let the Department of Labor adjust workers’ compensation administrative taxes and the second injury fund surcharge in smaller 0.1% increments instead of 0.5%. The sponsor and the department said the change would better right-size collections and reduce the burden on employers; the Missouri Chamber also supported the bill as good governance. No opposition was presented, and the hearing on HB 2855 was closed.
The committee then heard extensive testimony on HB 3142, a camp-safety bill prompted by the Camp Mystic flooding tragedy in Texas and a Missouri drowning case. The sponsor and multiple grieving parents urged mandatory emergency plans, staff training, background checks, licensing, weather warnings, and clearer oversight for summer camps. Supporters included the American Camp Association and some state and youth-safety advocates, while opponents—especially camp operators, the Missouri Afterschool Network, and park and recreation representatives—argued the bill was too broad, could burden day camps and church camps, and might worsen child-care shortages. Several witnesses suggested the bill should be narrowed to distinguish overnight residential camps from lower-risk day camps and possibly be housed under DSS rather than DESE. No vote was taken.
Finally, the committee took testimony on HB 1893 and HB 2075, which would require sex-segregated multi-occupancy restrooms and locker rooms in private schools and public buildings, with enforcement tied to state funding in some cases. Sponsors said the bills were meant to create clear statewide standards and protect privacy and safety; opponents argued the measures would harm transgender and intersex people, be difficult or impossible to enforce, and create safety and discrimination problems. Supporters emphasized private-school autonomy and concerns about safety in shared facilities. The hearing concluded after extensive questioning, with no action or vote reported.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 02/19/26
Environment, Climate, and Legacy
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm going to just jump to our primary takehomes before I dive into some details.
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- Would that ever open up publicly or um what would be the safest way to do that?
- Um, as Assistant Commissioner Mayer mentioned already, we plan to open up an open and competitive application
- So I'm trying to leave a broad variety of options open.
Committee:
Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/09/2026 - House Health & Human Services
House Health & Human Services Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- But it also opens up the market.
- You come here and open up a restaurant, it's going to have to pass...
- So with that, I'm open for any questions. Members, questions for Mr. Humble?
- Yeah, and members, it's open for all questions.
- It's not an open meeting by rule. It's not an open meeting by rule, and so they get to do 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.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee Mar 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Our committee's policies for testimony in today's hearing are as follows: primary witnesses and support
- Primary witnesses in opposition must have their opposition registered with the committee as well.
- Primary witness testimony is limited to two witnesses in support and two in opposition.
- We're going to leave it open for absent members. Congrats. I agree. I'll take so. I'll take so.
Summary:
The Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee heard four measures and approved one consent item. AB 1617 was taken up on consent and passed to Appropriations. The committee then heard AB 1604, which would phase out bisphenol A in paper receipts by 2027 and all bisphenols by 2028. The author and supporters from Breast Cancer Prevention Partners and Californians Against Waste argued receipts are a source of worker and consumer exposure and waste contamination, while no opposition testified. The bill passed to Judiciary.
AB 1642, dealing with post-wildfire smoke and contamination standards for returning to homes, workplaces, and schools, drew extensive testimony. The author, a Caltech professor, and Eaton Fire survivors described heavy metals and other contaminants found in smoke-damaged homes and said California lacks clear science-based clearance standards. Insurance and real estate groups opposed or expressed concern, arguing the bill could overlap with insurance claims handling and add costs, while the author and supporters said it only sets scientific standards and does not regulate claims. The bill passed to Appropriations on a 5-2 vote.
AB 1691 addressed copper-based anti-fouling paint on boats and conflicting state water quality and pesticide regulations. The author and the City of Newport Beach said the bill would require DPR and the State Water Resources Control Board to coordinate on studies and consistent standards, while boating groups warned about unintended consequences and the possibility of a de facto ban. The committee also heard AB 1744, a truth-in-labeling bill sponsored by a high school eco club that would prohibit sunscreen from being marketed as reef-safe or reef-friendly if it contains chemical UV filters; it passed unanimously to Privacy and Consumer Protection. After add-on votes, the committee confirmed the earlier actions and adjourned.