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HI
Transcript Highlights:
  • </c><00:01:45.439><c> and</c> permitted um for today's hearing and permitted um for today's hearing and
  • </c><00:04:43.520><c> the</c> to ask questions as well as hearing the to ask questions as well as hearing
  • for our public hearing, which is we have a presentation hearing and we have a decision-making hearing
  • for our public hearing, which is we have a presentation hearing and we have a decision-making hearing
  • for our public hearing, which is we have a presentation hearing and we have a decision-making hearing
Keywords: 912, senate, all
Summary: The joint hearing of the Water and Land, Hawaiian Affairs, and Housing committees on January 29, 2025 focused on SB 534, with the chairs outlining hearing procedures, public testimony limits, and plans to allow extended presentations from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) and the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) before moving to other testifiers. The hearing was presented as a public, transparent discussion of OHA’s plans for Kakaʻako Makai, with committee members noting that decision-making would follow if time permitted. OHA testified in strong support of SB 534. The chair of OHA’s Board of Trustees said the bill was a novel proposal for the legislature and emphasized that OHA was bringing together a broad coalition of partners and stakeholders, including representatives from construction, hospitality, education, law enforcement, civil service, and schools, as well as longtime community advocates who have opposed development in Kakaʻako Makai. OHA’s presentation reviewed the history of the area, the creation and role of HCDA, prior master plans, the 2012 land conveyance to OHA, and the argument that OHA has not been able to realize the full economic value of the lands because desired entitlements were not secured. OHA linked the bill to its constitutional mission to improve conditions for Native Hawaiians and argued that the state’s housing crisis makes additional development, including residential use, especially important. A major theme of the testimony was housing. OHA argued that Hawaiʻi faces severe affordability pressures, out-migration, and workforce shortages, and said that residential development in Kakaʻako Makai would help address those needs while also supporting the value of the trust lands. The presentation described HCDA’s authority over zoning and development in Kakaʻako, the existing reserved housing requirements, and the need for a master plan that could move forward if SB 534 becomes law. No votes or final committee action were taken in the portion of the hearing provided; the discussion remained in the presentation and testimony phase.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am

Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • A timer will be visible, and you'll hear a buzzer once your time is up.
  • Thank you for all of your assistance in making this hearing run smoothly.
  • Acton, Chair, wish you well in today's hearing. Good luck.
  • Thank you for having me hear my testimony. Good afternoon.
  • Thank you for having me hear my testimony today.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development held a hybrid hearing on legislation concerning unemployment insurance, non-compete agreements, prevailing wage, and minimum wage issues. Committee leaders outlined the hearing process, asked witnesses to keep oral testimony to three minutes, and invited written testimony through November 20. No votes were taken during the hearing; it ended with a motion to adjourn and notice of the next hearing on November 20. Much of the testimony focused on bills to expand unemployment insurance for striking workers, including H. 2168 and S. 1319. Labor leaders, union members, and legal advocates argued that workers who are out on strike for more than 30 days should be able to receive UI benefits, saying the policy would help workers and families meet basic expenses, reduce employers’ ability to “wait out” strikes, and encourage good-faith bargaining. Speakers cited recent strikes, including the Republic Services strike, and said the proposal would not meaningfully increase strike activity or strain the UI trust fund. Another major topic was minimum wage legislation, especially H. 2107/S. 1349 to raise the minimum wage to $20 by 2029 and index it to inflation, and H. 2191 to create a $25 enhanced care worker minimum wage. Supporters said current wages are not keeping pace with housing, food, and childcare costs, and that care workers, direct support staff, and human service employees face chronic vacancies, burnout, and turnover. Testimony also supported H. 2126 on prevailing wage by adding apprenticeship and training contributions to the wage calculation, and H. 2159 and S. 1363 on prevailing wage-related issues. One witness, Russell Beck, testified against S. 1336, which would ban non-competes, and against H. 2118, arguing Massachusetts’ current non-compete law is a balanced compromise that should not be disrupted.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session May 22nd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • And what do we hear from elected officials from the president's party? Crickets. We hear nothing.
  • We hear no defense of our democracy.
  • We hear silence. We hear cowardice. That is what we are... We hear silence, we hear cowardice.
  • of Parole Hearings denies parole and CDCR can administratively move those hearings forward.
  • The Board of Parole Hearings denies parole, and CDCR can administratively move those hearings forward
Keywords: 988, house, all
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Pensions Mar 4th, 2026

Pensions

Transcript Highlights:
  • Seeing none, this ends the hearing on House Bill 2095.
  • after the hearing about pension systems.
  • Seeing none, that ends the hearing on House Bill 2144.
  • Seeing none, this hearing is now over for House Bill 2205, and this committee hearing is adjourned.
  • Seeing none, this hearing is now over for House Bill 2205, and this committee hearing is adjourned.
Committee: House Pensions
Keywords: 959, house, all
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Legislative Session Day 31 Feb 11th, 2026

Idaho Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hearing no objection, it is so ordered.
  • Hearing none, it is so ordered.
  • you hear this trouble focusing in school.
  • Hearing no objection, it is so ordered.
  • And we had a lengthy hearing in committee.
Summary: The Senate convened with 33 members present, heard prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the prior day’s journal, and received communications including a temporary substitute appointment for Legislative District 20. The chamber also received several committee reports and House messages, and welcomed numerous guests, including Idaho Farm Bureau members and other visitors in the gallery. The Senate acted on several gubernatorial appointments and memorials. It adopted committee reports confirming Brett Thomas to the Idaho Health Insurance Exchange Board, Erica Malman to the Idaho Personnel Commission, Michael Kennedy to the Idaho Judicial Council, and Representative John Weber to the State Insurance Fund Board. It also adopted House Joint Memorial 10, which urged federal officials to favor sugar over artificial sweeteners in school nutrition standards, with supporters arguing it promoted real food and Idaho’s sugar industry. The main floor debate centered on Senate Bill 1233, the “Constitutional Courts Act,” which would bar state courts from enforcing or applying religious or cultural law that does not conform to the U.S. and Idaho constitutions. Supporters said it protected constitutional supremacy and religious neutrality, while opponents argued it was unnecessary, legally risky, and potentially targeted religious law in a way that could invite constitutional challenges. After roll call, the bill failed by a vote of 15 ayes to 19 nays, with one absent and excused, and was filed in the Secretary’s office. The Senate also introduced and referred a slate of new bills, including measures on transportation, veterans, state employment, public employee retirement, accessory dwelling units, religious land development, housing covenants, and the Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit. The chamber then moved to miscellaneous business, heard a few final announcements and introductions, and adjourned until 11 a.m. on February 12, 2026.
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Joint Committee on Education Feb 10th, 2026

Joint Committee on Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're going to gavel in the hearing.
  • Okay, today's hearing. Thank you. Okay. Today's hearing is various late files.
  • Can you hear us? Yeah. You're on mute. Oh, now is that working? Now we can hear you. Oh, thank you.
  • Can you hear me, see me, whatever? Well, we can hear you. There you are. Now we can see you.
  • Hearing is adjourned.
Bills: H4867 , H4927
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Ways & Means Jan 19th, 2026 at 04:00 pm

Ways & Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're here for the purpose of public hearing.
  • That concludes the public hearing on Senate Bill 5970.
  • Let's hear from Steve Ewing from the Department of Revenue.
  • Let's hear from Sam. Okay, thank you. Let's hear from Sam.
  • public hearing.
Committee: Senate Ways & Means
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Appropriations Jan 15th, 2026 at 04:00 pm

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • Today's hearing will be live streamed and is recorded for TVW.
  • So we're now going to go to the public hearing.
  • Hopefully you can hear me and see my picture.
  • Can you hear us? I hadn't asked me to unmute yet. Can you hear us?
  • And we'll work to get back to you after the hearing.
Bills: HB2124 , HB2125 , HB2160 , HB2179
TX

Texas 89th 2nd C.S.

Transportation Apr 16th, 2025

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • We thank you certainly for the hearing.
  • You don't want to hear you. Yes, sir.
  • Hearing none, the committee substitute is adopted.
  • And I guess this was the report he promised at the hearing.
  • Hearing no objections, so ordered.
Summary: The Senate Transportation Committee heard several bills focused on transportation infrastructure, public safety, and local commemorations. SB 2841 would clarify the overweight corridor designation for the Port of Brownsville so all three statutorily approved bridges are treated uniformly for northbound and southbound overweight traffic; the Port of Brownsville testified in support, and the bill was left pending. SB 39 would restore the commercial motor vehicle “admission rule” framework in collision cases; Senator Birdwell explained the committee substitute, and the bill was later reported favorably. The committee also heard and later advanced SB 682, SB 1369, and SB 1422, which rename stretches of highway or a bridge in honor of fallen firefighters and military service members, with no opposition testimony and all left pending before final votes. The committee also heard SB 2366, which would create a grant program for short-line railroad projects through rural rail transportation districts for track, bridge, capacity, and restoration work. Senator Hughes and several witnesses from rural rail districts and rail advocacy groups supported the bill, while TxDOT explained current rail funding is limited and that the bill would be the first such grant program for Class 3 short lines; members discussed that the bill would need a floor amendment because state funds cannot be paid directly to railroads. SB 1013 would expand crosswalk protections under the Lisa Torrey-Smith Act to include certain driveway curb cuts along sidewalks; it was supported by the author and left pending before later being reported favorably. The committee also considered SB 2080, which would modernize port and navigation district rules by easing records and procurement requirements, exempting certain security and cybersecurity discussions from recording, and expanding some operational authority. Port Houston and the Texas Ports Association supported the bill, while the City of Corpus Christi raised concerns that the language could expand port economic-development authority beyond navigation purposes and affect local tax bases; the Port of Galveston also noted concerns about the filed version but supported the bill as presented, and the committee substitute was later reported favorably. SB 2001 would create specialty license plates and related parking/toll benefits for permanently disabled peace officers; SB 2705 would codify registration exemptions for certain farm equipment and some specialty plates. Both were supported by witnesses, adopted with committee substitutes where applicable, and reported favorably. Final votes on the reported bills were largely unanimous or near-unanimous, and the committee recessed after leaving some motions open briefly.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Appropriations Committee May 4th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • Those are all rescheduled for the hearing next week.
  • I'm a hearing aid dispenser for 24 years, a board-certified hearing instrument specialist for 19 years
  • The FDA redefined a hearing aid in 2022.
  • I'm a hearing aid dispenser for 24 years, a board certified hearing instrument specialist for 19 years
  • law as well, because there's now prescriptive hearing aids and over-the-counter hearing aids, if you
Summary: The Senate Committee on Appropriations met to consider a large suspense-file agenda, noting that 122 measures met suspense criteria and that several bills listed in the daily file were rescheduled for the following week. The Department of Finance did not attend because it had no comments on the bills before the committee. After establishing a quorum, the committee repeatedly took public testimony on each item, with most authors waiving presentation and most bills drawing no questions or comments from members. A few measures drew substantive testimony. SB 951 and SB 947 received opposition from the Society for Human Resource Management, the California Restaurant Association, and the California Manufacturers and Technology Association, with opponents citing policy concerns, ongoing department and General Fund costs, and submitted amendments. SB 1067 was supported by EdVoice, which argued that early math remediation would save state costs and noted an implementation budget request. SB 1291 drew strong opposition from mutual water company representatives, who said the bill would create significant ongoing costs, duplicate existing state efforts, and impose internet and teleconferencing mandates on small systems in areas with limited broadband access. SB 1368 received support from hearing health care providers, who asked for technical amendments to align state law with federal hearing-aid definitions and education-provider recognition. Senator Richardson presented SB 1089, explaining that it would help reduce CalPERS and broader health costs by expanding access to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for eligible state employees and directing CalRx partnerships to produce or acquire at least one GLP-1 medication. The committee took no action other than moving each suspense-file candidate, including SB 1089, to the suspense file without objection. The hearing then adjourned after the agenda was completed.
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Corrections and Public Institutions Feb 26th, 2026 at 08:00 am

Corrections and Public Institutions

Transcript Highlights:
  • That the Department of Correction hears this.
  • We will now move into the bill hearing section of our committee hearing, and yes, Representative Allen
  • We will hear those two bills at the same time.
  • Representative Mayhew, we had a Centurion hearing.
  • And I believe I have a perspective worth hearing.
Keywords: 959, house, all
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Early Learning & Human Services Feb 24th, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Early Learning & Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • And that will conclude our public hearing on House Bill 1873.
  • You can hear me okay? Yes, we can. Please go ahead.
  • Thank you for hosting this hearing today.
  • Thank you for hosting this hearing today.
  • You'll be hearing from me shortly.
Bills: HB1873 , HB2600 , SB5957
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Feb 11th, 2026

Business

Transcript Highlights:
  • I look into that before we have a hearing if that happens. Thank you. Follow up?
  • I'm interested to hear more about this.
  • I will have a little bit better answer, too, if we go to a hearing.
  • Thank you, Chairman and committee, and thank you for hearing the testimony.
  • I'll bring more information out of hearing, should we have it.
Committee: House Business
Keywords: 989, all
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Feb 6th, 2026 at 09:30 am

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hearing no objection, so ordered.
  • Hearing no objection, so ordered.
  • Hearing no objection, so ordered. Substitute Senate Bill 5185.
  • Hearing no objections, so ordered.
  • Hearing no objection, the Senate now stands adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Natural Resources Committee Jun 22nd, 2026

Natural Resources

Transcript Highlights:
  • Welcome to the Assembly Natural Resources Committee hearing.
  • Welcome to the Assembly Natural Resources Committee hearing.
  • No persons in the hearing room in opposition to this measure.
  • Any persons in the hearing room in support of this measure?
  • The person's in the hearing of the support of this measure.
Keywords: 988, house, all
MA
Transcript Highlights:
  • I'd like to begin this hearing by setting the context in which the hearing will be conducted and also
  • We are now going to hear from invited testifiers on the matter of government... ...going to hear from
  • So the first on this matter we will hear from Megan McClure.
  • Next, we will hear virtually from Harriet Richardson.
  • And with that, do I hear a motion to close the hearing? Close. Close. Close.
Keywords: 995, all
Summary: The subcommittee hearing focused on whether the Office of the State Auditor may constitutionally audit the Massachusetts Legislature under Chapter 250 of the Acts of 2024 and what such an audit could include under generally accepted government auditing standards. Chair Cindy Friedman opened by explaining the background: voters approved Ballot Question 1 in November 2024, the law took effect in January 2025, and the Auditor then initiated audits of both chambers. The chair said the subcommittee was seeking expert testimony because the proposed audit scope, constitutionality, and possible bias concerns remained unresolved. Public testimony was invited, but no members of the public pre-registered; written testimony remained open for a short period after the hearing. The hearing then proceeded with invited experts on constitutional law/state government and auditing-related issues. Professor Lawrence Friedman testified that the ballot initiative’s approval by the Attorney General and by voters did not resolve constitutional questions, and he argued Chapter 250 violates the Massachusetts Constitution. He said the Legislature has constitutional authority to set its own rules and manage its proceedings, and that an executive-branch audit would intrude on legislative deliberation, speech and debate protections, and separation of powers. He also warned that even audits of supposedly administrative matters could become a vehicle for repeated document demands and litigation that would indirectly burden legislative functioning. In questioning, senators pressed him on the line between administrative and deliberative functions, the role of the Attorney General versus the courts, the possibility of retroactive audit scope, and whether prior legislative consent to audits mattered; he said prior consent would not bind future legislatures and that constitutionality is ultimately for the courts. Professor Ray La Raja also opposed the audit, framing it as a threat to institutional independence and representative democracy. He argued that allowing an executive-branch official to audit the Legislature without consent would upset separation of powers, chill internal debate, and create a precedent for broader executive intrusion. He said voters often support “transparency” reforms without fully appreciating institutional consequences, and that legislatures should defend their autonomy, especially amid what he described as broader executive overreach nationally. Senators asked about chilling effects, the practical distinction between administrative and core legislative functions, and whether the courts or the Legislature should resolve the issue; he said the courts would ultimately adjudicate disputes, but the Legislature should not waive its constitutional authority lightly. Jean Kempthorne took the opposite view, arguing the audit is permissible and should proceed. She said the state auditor is a constitutional officer accountable directly to the people, that the audit power can be expanded by statute, and that separation of powers does not require watertight compartments. She contended the audit would not displace core legislative powers because the auditor can only evaluate operations, report findings, and make recommendations. She also argued the Legislature itself already conducts audits of other branches, so it is inconsistent to claim an audit of the Legislature is unconstitutional. In response to senators’ questions, she said there are guardrails against truly intrusive requests, but that the administrative-versus-legislative distinction is not a workable bright line; she suggested disputes should be handled case by case, with objections, negotiation, or litigation if specific requests go too far. No votes or formal actions were taken at the hearing.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • And so I think today's hearing is particularly important.
  • I also know just from, I think today's hearing is particularly important.
  • This is regarding, the whole hearing is about the budget item.
  • It is correct that I did research prior to this hearing.
  • Thank you for this hearing.
Summary: The joint hearing focused on access to gender-affirming care in California, with opening remarks emphasizing the state’s legal protections, the importance of decorum, and the impact of federal actions on transgender, gender-diverse, and intersex Californians. The Department of Justice, Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC), and Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) described current state protections, including nondiscrimination rules, privacy and shield laws, Medi-Cal and commercial coverage requirements for medically necessary care, and ongoing litigation challenging federal executive orders, proposed rules, and HHS actions that could restrict care or threaten provider participation in Medicare and Medicaid. Officials also noted that California continues to oppose federal proposals through lawsuits and public comments, and that the state is preparing strategies if those proposals are finalized. Members asked about hospital closures or pauses in care, continuity of care, provider network adequacy, whether additional legislation or funding is needed, and how the state can better track access and enforce existing protections. DMHC said it monitors complaints and independent medical reviews, but does not have a specific provider category for gender-affirming care and does not collect utilization data by service type; DHCS said Medi-Cal covers medically necessary gender-affirming care and that federal proposals are not yet final. Finance staff said the previously approved $15 million allocation is still being implemented through Covered California. The second panel heard from a physician, clinic leaders, parents, and a transgender youth about how families and providers navigate access to care. Dr. Johanna Olson-Kennedy described the history of transgender medical care, the role of puberty blockers and hormones, and said minors need parental consent for medical interventions, while emphasizing that care should be individualized and that supportive parents improve outcomes. She also described the closure of the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles youth program and the difficulty of rebuilding care in private practice, including insurance contracting barriers and inadequate reimbursement. J.M. Jaffe of Lyon Martin Community Health Services said the clinic has expanded to serve minors after hospital programs closed, but that the shift has created major financial strain and increased demand, and asked for a $26 million state investment to stabilize transgender health services. Parents and youth described delays, cancellations, and uncertainty at Kaiser, Stanford, UCSF, and Rady Children’s, along with the emotional and medical consequences of interrupted care. One parent said TRICARE stopped covering her son’s care after federal changes and that Rady later closed its clinic; her family urged California to backfill lost access and funding. A 16-year-old trans student and other witnesses argued that California should remain a reliable source of care and that current protections are not enough without funding, provider support, and stronger enforcement.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • the second hearing that's happened on tribal land.
  • So very happy in the leadership and vision to have this hearing today and looking forward to hearing
  • That's something that will be taken back from this hearing itself.
  • Again, something you kept hearing on the previous panel.
  • Thank you for this hearing.
Summary: The Select Committee on Native American Affairs met on Barona tribal land to examine rising homeowners insurance costs affecting tribal communities, with opening remarks from tribal leaders and Assembly members emphasizing tribal sovereignty, the history of forced settlement in high-risk areas, and the need for the state to recognize mitigation work already being done on tribal lands. The committee heard that wildfire, drought, and other climate-driven disasters have sharply increased insurance premiums and reduced coverage options, especially for tribes located in rural or mountainous areas that were not chosen by the tribes themselves. Cal Fire Deputy Director Frank Bigelow described the state’s wildfire response and tribal engagement efforts, including tribal liaisons on incident management teams, a Southern Region Tribal Affairs Deputy Chief, cultural burning agreements, and more than $30 million in tribal wildfire resilience grants over the last three years. Members questioned why tribal communities receive only a small share of grants, whether Cal Fire should do more outreach and budget proposals for tribes, and whether mitigation work is being recognized by insurers. Bigelow said Cal Fire is working with insurers and the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety on mitigation standards, but acknowledged that more tribal outreach and participation are needed. Tribal chairpersons and fire chiefs testified that their communities are already investing heavily in fire protection through dedicated fire departments, fuel reduction, defensible space, prescribed burns, firebreaks, and home-hardening efforts, yet premiums remain high or coverage is denied. Barona leaders said premiums can range from $6,000 to $18,000 and urged insurers to assess properties individually rather than by broad high-risk zones. Soboba, Hamu, and Pechanga representatives described similar efforts and said grant rules, environmental review, and insurer practices can make it difficult to translate mitigation into lower rates. Several members suggested short-term state assistance or a tribal insurance mitigation fund, and the committee discussed the possibility of requiring insurers to better account for tribal mitigation and sovereignty in risk assessments.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • For each portion of today's hearing, we will begin by hearing from representatives of the entity under
  • Armstrong, hopefully we can hear you. Unfortunately, we can't hear you.
  • Can you hear us? You can hear us? Gotcha. That's half the battle. You can hear us? Gotcha.
  • Hello, can you hear me now? We can. We'll be within one second, but I'm glad we can hear you.
  • Armstrong, we can hear you. We would love to hear your testimony. Hello.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Floor Session Mar 5th, 2026 at 01:45 pm

Washington Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hearing no objection, so ordered.
  • Hearing no objections, so ordered.
  • Hearing no objection, so ordered.
  • Hearing no objection, so ordered.
  • Hearing no objection, so ordered.