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FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
February 19, 2026 - 03:15 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair Garrison: That is all the public testimony we have. Members, any debate? On Rep.
- We move on to public testimony. Ms. Stillman from the Commission on Ethics waving in support.
- Chair Garrison: Members, that is all public testimony we have. Any debate on this bill?
- There is no public testimony, we have no cards. Any debate? Chair Garrison: Seeing no debate.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 29, 2026 - 11:45 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Any public testimony? No cards. Any debate on PCB 2601?
- Chair Garrison: Any public testimony? Any debate on 2602?
- Any public testimony? Any debate on 2603? Vice Chair, you are recognized to close.
- Chair Garrison: Any public testimony? Debate on the Special Order letter? All in favor say yay.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Conference Committee/Budget Jun 10th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Is there any public testimony on those two offers?
- Is there any public testimony on those offers? Seeing none.
- Is there any public testimony on the offer? Seeing none.
- Is there any public testimony on the offer? Seeing none.
Summary:
The appropriations chairs’ conference committee met to exchange and accept budget offers on several issues. The Senate accepted the House’s revised offer on transportation, tourism, economic development, infrastructure, and related projects. The House accepted the Senate’s Pre-K-12 education budget and projects offer with four project-level changes: adding $200,000 for Workforce Development and High School Classrooms, reducing the Crockett Foundation by $250,000, adding $350,000 for the North Florida after-school agriculture and arts project, and eliminating funding for Roosevelt Elementary School Program Enhancements. The House also accepted the Senate’s administered funds budget offer.
The House then presented offers on Pre-K-12 education (SB 2510) and Health and Human Services/Health Care (SB 2514). For Pre-K-12, the House said some rows were closed, some Senate positions were accepted, some were modified, some House positions were maintained, and new positions were offered on rows 12 through 16. For Health and Human Services, the House moved to the Senate position on several lines, including a five-year pediatric cancer research incubator, kept its position on some lines, and proposed new language on Medicaid redeterminations, PACE, Medicaid premium assistance, adult day training reimbursement, behavioral health teaching hospitals, and dental hygienists.
The Senate then presented offers on Pre-K-12 education proviso and back-of-bill language, education capital outlay proviso and back-of-bill language, and Health and Human Services/Health Care budget projects and back-of-bill language. The Senate explained that its bump offers were reflected in spreadsheet columns, with some items closed and others marked with highlighted changes; for education capital outlay, the Senate accepted two House positions on rows 48 and 49 and proposed a new issue on row 50. No public testimony was offered on any of the items. The chairs indicated they would continue meeting later that day or evening, and the committee adjourned without objection.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- If you wish to give testimony, please fill out a witness card, completely sign it, and hand it to our
- Your signature is an affirmation that the testimony you give is true. Green cards are for support.
- Yeah, thank you so much for your testimony. Thank you for being here. Mr. D.
- So, and I heard the some of the testimony. I think I missed the part I was looking for.
- Well, going back to the testimony and just explaining it, when an amendment where we... ...testimony
Summary:
The House Insurance Committee met on April 23 with a quorum present and began by announcing that HB 1142 was deferred. The committee then took up HB 1187, which would direct any excess Louisiana Citizens emergency assessment funds, after related debt is satisfied, toward the Louisiana Fortified Homes Program or future Citizens obligations. Commissioner Tim Temple and Rep. Sawyer said the bill would likely redirect about $50 million to the popular fortified roof grant program, which has already awarded thousands of roofs and is oversubscribed. With support from Citizens and others, the committee adopted technical amendments and reported HB 1187 favorably.
The committee next considered HB 1210, a proposal by Rep. Dana Henry to create a pre-suit claim review process for Louisiana Citizens disputes modeled on Florida’s system. After explaining that the bill was prompted by constituent concerns about rising homeowners insurance costs, Henry voluntarily deferred the bill and instead moved toward a study resolution. The substitute version, which would have allowed Citizens disputes to be resolved through the Division of Administrative Law, was adopted for discussion, but the bill was ultimately voluntarily deferred after testimony from Citizens and the department supporting further study.
HB 1199, by Rep. Jordan, would require coverage for genetic testing and medically necessary treatment for SCN2A-associated disorders. After adopting an amendment clarifying that coverage depends on provider order and medical necessity, the committee heard emotional testimony from a parent describing her daughter’s severe SCN2A condition and the difficulty obtaining genetic testing. The bill was reported favorably. The committee then took up HB 880, the Louisiana Artificial Intelligence Insurance Fairness Act, which would regulate AI use in underwriting, rating, and claims. Jordan said the bill raised state-federal insurance regulatory issues and could jeopardize federal broadband funding, so he voluntarily deferred it; HB 920 was also voluntarily deferred.
Finally, the committee considered HB 1221, by Rep. Amadee, which would narrow data collection under the surplus lines premium tax system to protect policyholder privacy. Former Rep. Bowler argued the department should not collect names, addresses, or coverage limits and that the bill would preserve privacy without affecting tax collection. The Department of Insurance said the broader data is needed for premium tax reconciliation, fraud detection, and post-disaster assistance. After debate, a motion to report HB 1221 favorably failed on a 6-6 roll call. The committee then moved on to HB 869 by Rep. Lyons, a health insurance bill covering injectable drugs for glucose or weight-loss treatment, but the transcript ends before further action on that measure.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Farm down payment assistance program modified 3/23/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Please state your name for the record and begin your testimony.
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- your testimony. your testimony.
- Please state your name for the record and begin your testimony. Thank you. Thank you.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- All right, so as with general testimony in this committee, we will have two minutes on the board.
- Okay, there was no testimony? No. Okay. Mr. Chair, I'll explain my vote.
- I think, as we heard, we did hear testimony prior that was discussing the now desire for that Wilcox
- Cook's testimony, and I'm with just the example, and I love eggs. Senator Dunn couldn't tell you.
- As we heard in the testimony, agricultural property is already very favorably taxed.
Bills:
HB2014, HB2031, HB2078, HB2102, HB2103, HB2117, HB2261, HB2262, HB2264, HB2278, HB2428, HB2494, HB2756, HB2758, HB2762, HB2782, HB2932, HB2933, HB2986
Keywords:
air emissions, fuel blends, environmental quality, feasibility study, Arizona Department of Agriculture, water rights, groundwater, Willcox, active management area, certificate of grandfathered rights, Arizona legislature, aggregate mining, reclamation plans, environmental protection, public safety, land use, domestic water, improvement district, water delivery, water hauling
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Ethics and Elections Mar 2nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you very much for your testimony. Next is Christy Lee. And Ms.
- That concludes our public testimony. The President has extended this meeting.
- That concludes our public testimony.
- And sometimes the testimony is showing that there were testimonies of it being medically, and then someone
- And sometimes the testimony is showing that there were testimonies of it being medically, and then someone
Summary:
The committee first considered the confirmation of Dr. John Lattell to the Board of Medicine. In questioning, senators focused heavily on his views about abortion, vaccines, ivermectin, and the role of CDC/FDA guidance in board discipline cases. Dr. Lattell said the board applies Florida statutes and works through probable cause panels and legal counsel, but he also expressed strong pro-life views, skepticism of federal health guidance, and criticism of vaccines and some medical practices. Supporters praised his long medical career, military service, and family medicine background, while opponents argued his views could prevent him from being objective in disciplinary matters. The committee voted to recommend him for confirmation to the full Senate, with Senators Polsky and Ruson voting no.
The committee then took up the confirmation of Taylor Hatch as Secretary of the Department of Children and Families. Hatch described her background in state human services and outlined priorities centered on accountability, data, lived experience, and improving service delivery. Senators asked about SNAP error rates, Hope Florida, legislative analyses, staffing, and the department’s handling of child welfare and medically complex cases. Hatch said the department was reducing SNAP error rates, that Hope Florida uses navigators to connect people with community resources and self-sufficiency supports, and that DCF is working with the Department of Health and other partners to improve investigations and accountability in child welfare. She also said the agency is reviewing medically complex cases and strengthening oversight of community-based care providers through contracts, audits, and proposed funding-model changes.
A substantial portion of the Hatch discussion centered on whether the department had been responsive to legislative requests and whether it had provided timely bill analyses. Senators also pressed her on Hope Florida staffing, the number of participants served, and the Hope Florida Foundation’s compliance and legal oversight. Hatch said the foundation is undergoing a financial audit and that the department is relying on required reports and ongoing investigations. The transcript ends amid continued questioning about a community-based care contractor’s finances, related-party transactions, and whether further forensic audits or repayments are needed.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 27, 2026 - 12:30 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing no further public testimony, we are in debate. Seeing no debate, on your bill.
- We do have public testimony.
- Seeing no further public testimony, we are in debate on the bill. Any debate?
- In the packet I did provide through parent testimonies, three physician statements.
- We are in public testimony. We have Dr.
Summary:
The committee first heard HB 245, which would replace references in Florida law to “child pornography” with “child sexual abuse material.” The sponsor said the change was overdue and more accurately reflects the criminal nature of the material. There was brief supportive public testimony, no debate, and the bill was reported favorably on a unanimous vote.
The committee then took up HB 237 on the use of professional nursing titles. The sponsor said advanced practice registered nurses should be able to use earned academic titles such as DNP or PhD. Supporters testified in favor, there was no opposition or debate, and the bill passed unanimously and was reported favorably.
The longest discussion centered on HB 173, which would expand parental consent and access requirements for minors’ medical care, medical records, certain school surveys, and biomedical devices. Supporters argued it restores parental rights and keeps parents involved in children’s health decisions, while opponents—many from medical, mental health, LGBTQ, and youth advocacy groups—warned it could block access to STI treatment, mental health care, crisis hotlines, and confidential services for vulnerable youth, including those in abusive homes. After extensive testimony and debate, the bill was reported favorably on a 19-7 vote.
Finally, the committee began HB 327 on uterine fibroid research. The sponsor explained the bill would require health care providers to submit identified data so the Department of Health can build a usable de-identified research database, after prior implementation problems with duplicate or unverified data. A supportive local official testified, and members indicated support as the meeting moved toward a vote.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
TCA-AEN, AEN-HRE Public Hearings 03-31-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- We just ask everyone to limit their testimony to make sure we have an opportunity to get to everybody
- We just ask everyone to limit their testimony to make sure we have an opportunity to get to everybody
- Seeing none, testimony is closed. Thank you.
- The Hawaii Farm Bureau is in support of this testimony. Thank you.
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that according to your folks's testimony that according to your folks's testimony
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on HB 345, which would establish ʻōpae ʻula as the state shrimp. The Department of Land and Natural Resources and Kua Ulu Aumo testified in strong support, saying the designation could help protect endemic shrimp in anchialine pools and increase public education and awareness. In response to questions, DLNR said it would use existing education programs, press releases, and partnerships for statewide outreach and was not seeking a separate appropriation for that purpose.
Members then took up SCR 132 and SR 111, which encourage adoption of recommendations from the UN Global Plastics Treaty and the Rapa Nui Summit Declaration on climate justice and sustainable development. Greenpeace Hawaii supported the measures, arguing that plastic production is tied to fossil fuel interests and that microplastics pose serious health and environmental risks. The committee later adopted the measures with amendments, including a change from “waste hierarchy” to “zero waste hierarchy” and technical edits.
The final measures, SCR 157 and SR 127, urged the state to adopt and implement the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea agreement on biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction. DLNR testified that it had only just reviewed the resolution but stood on its written testimony. The committee passed SCR 157 and SR 127 as is. The meeting also included a separate hearing on SCR 89 and SR 72, which would create a University of Hawaiʻi Community College pathway for meat processing. The Department of Agriculture, Hawaii Farm Bureau, and Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council supported the idea, citing workforce needs and local protein supply, while several members raised concerns about whether a formal educational pathway or degree requirement might unnecessarily limit entry into the field; discussion focused on whether the proposal should be more vocational and whether there is enough data on workforce demand. No final vote on those measures was shown in the transcript excerpt.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Education Policy Committee hearing on HF1999 3/26/25
Transcript Highlights:
- Please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
- Please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
- Please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
- Please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
- Thank you for your testimony. I have no other testifiers signed up.
Summary:
The committee heard House File 1999 informationally only, with no formal action taken. Representative Green explained that the bill addresses large and sometimes anonymous data requests made to school districts and other government entities, arguing that while public access to data is essential, some requests create significant staff and cost burdens when requesters do not follow through. She described examples from districts that spent thousands of dollars preparing data that was never inspected, and said the bill aims to add accountability while preserving open government and press access.
Testifiers largely supported the bill’s goals but discussed technical changes. Matt Eling of Minnesotans for Open Government said the amendment largely codifies existing guidance on handling large requests by breaking them into components and allowing inspection or copying in stages. Superintendent Jeff Felson of Owatonna Public Schools said his district had received 12 anonymous requests in three years, nine of which were abandoned, costing about $40,000, and one large request cost more than $400,000 and required significant staff time. Rich Newmeister also supported the effort but raised concern about language referring to providing data on a “rolling basis,” suggesting training and clearer guidance for districts instead.
Members asked whether school districts already set their own data-request policies, whether anonymous requests must be answered, and how the bill would affect private personnel data. Representative Green said districts do have their own policies, anonymous requests are allowed under current law, and the bill is meant to provide clearer statutory guidance. She also said she was open to removing the “rolling basis” language after feedback. The discussion ended with general support for the bill’s intent and a reminder from the chair that the hearing was informational only.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Clarity on sample ballot mailings the goal of HF931 2/26/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- There is submitted testimony from Common Cause, and I think they're in the room, but they just submitted
- a written piece of testimony for you saying that they are in favor of the bill.
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Commerce Committee Meeting - 2026-04-07
Commerce Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
- and proceed with your testimony. and proceed with your testimony.
- . testimony. testimony.
- If you could just state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony.
- Please state your name for the record and proceed with your testimony. He's muted.
Keywords:
data broker, data brokerage, consumer privacy, personal data, data privacy, Minnesota attorney general, registration, public registry, civil penalties, enforcement, special revenue fund, privacy rights, data sales, data collection, consumer protection, chapter 325M, controller, processor, data broker registry, transparency
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, we stand on our written testimony in full support.
- testimony, but in very very strong testimony, but in very very strong support<00:18:53.159>
and testimony? It's John De Parts. testimony? It's John De Parts.- In very strong support, you have my written testimony.
- Thank you very much. support, you have our written testimony support, you have our written testimony
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism heard several governor’s message nominations to the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s advisory board. The first nominee, Daniel O’Leary, received strong support from HTA leadership and Deputy Director James Kunane Tokioka, who praised his visitor-industry knowledge and work on brand marketing and tourism planning. O’Leary said he hoped to contribute his experience and strengthen the organization’s integrity. Joel Guy was also supported by HTA, Tokioka, and several community testifiers, who highlighted his long work in Hana, his film-industry background, and his role in community-focused tourism planning. During questioning, Guy said the advisory board should still have influence, especially on strategic planning and community concerns, even though its role is advisory rather than decision-making.
The committee then considered Linda Wong’s nomination. HTA and Tokioka strongly supported her, citing her long community experience and familiarity with HTA work. Wong said the new advisory board was collaborative, had no conflicts so far, and was trying to balance resident concerns with attracting higher-value tourists. Senator Kim questioned her about the advisory structure, and Wong said she believed the Legislature had reduced HTA’s authority because of past conflicts but that the new board could help turn things around and possibly regain more authority in the future.
The committee also heard testimony on Kimberly Algos and Terry Fisher. Algos was described by HTA and Tokioka as a strong leader and solid board member; Tokioka explained that she and another co-chair were selected because of their busy schedules and that the advisory board’s committees were created so members could contribute beyond the single statutory duty of selecting the chair, president, and CEO. Fisher was supported for his tour-operator experience and strategic planning work. In questioning, he endorsed performance-based contracting and accountability for contractors, while acknowledging that external events can affect results. He also said the convention center is critical infrastructure that should be repaired and used to help fill tourism lulls and attract major conferences. The hearing included supportive testimony from industry representatives, but no votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee 3/10/26
Higher Education Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, then begin your testimony, please. >> Yeah, I appreciate it.
- testimony and for uh hearing this bill. testimony and for uh hearing this bill.
- Please step to the table and begin your testimony after you introduce yourself.
- If it sounds >> Public testimony is closed.
- Begin your testimony after stating your name, please. >> Uh, thank you.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Health Finance and Policy Committee 5/7/25
Health Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Seeing no more questions, we will proceed to testimony.
- for your testimony, Mr. for your testimony, Mr.
- Thank you very much for the testimony and for the thank-yous.
- I know testimony and for the thank yous.
- Please introduce yourself and proceed with your testimony. Hello.
Bills:
HF2435
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Municipal and County Government (04/28/2025)
Municipal and County Government
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, and thank you for your testimony.
- Curious though um as I as I testimony.
- Seeing none, thank you for your testimony. So the final pink card that I have here is from Mr.
- I think with testimony<02:29:07.520>
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/19/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Appreciate your testimony today. Uh, John Larson, you're up. Come. Thank you.
- <00:53:25.079>
today so much appreciate your testimony today so much appreciate your testimony - Grant, very much for your testimony. I will then close testimony.
- Belton, very much for your testimony. I've got Titus up next.
- Great testimony.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- will um hand it over to uh testimony Mr. will um hand it over to uh testimony Mr. Chair.
- yourself and begin your testimony. yourself and begin your testimony.
- for hearing my testimony. for hearing my testimony.
- for your testimony. Thank you, Mr. for your testimony. Thank you, Mr.
- Chair and testimony. Thank you, Mr.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee 3/5/25
Public Safety Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
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- testimony testimony sure<01:12:50.080>
Kendall <01:12:50.440>qus <01:12:51.000>resident - Please begin your testimony. Thank you, Mr.
- Please begin your testimony. Superintendent Evans will be able to speak to this.
MN
Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session
House Veterans and Military Affairs Division 2/12/25
Veterans and Military Affairs Division
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Kanson began his testimony.
- So when you come to the table, please state your name and start your testimony.
- <00:58:43.839>
thank your name before your testimony thank your name before your testimony - "Yes, state your name and begin your testimony."
- Please state your name for the record and begin your testimony.