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Transcript Highlights:
- Well, thank you for doing that.
- So that'll help us spread the word as well.
- So we’re working with them as well.”
- So, yeah, well, thank you so much. I was just hoping, huh?
- The witness said that was his understanding as well.
Committee:
House Appropriations
Summary:
The committee heard a budget presentation for the Department of State. House Fiscal Division said the FY27 recommended budget is $128.6 million and 367 positions, with elections making up the largest share. Secretary of State Nancy Landry said the office is implementing Louisiana’s first closed party primary, continuing voter education efforts, and moving toward procurement of a new voting system that would produce a voter-verifiable paper ballot and support risk-limiting audits. Members asked about polling place confusion, machine replacement costs, election commissioner pay, and the cost of educating voters about the new primary system. Landry said polling places are not changing because of the new primary law, the new system is expected to cost about $100 million total, and a bill this session would raise election commissioner pay by $100 per day. Fiscal staff also estimated the closed primary law will add about $31.5 million in costs over five years, mostly from converting local elections to statewide elections and voter outreach.
The committee then reviewed the Department of Veterans Affairs budget, which was presented at about $105.2 million with a mix of federal, state, self-generated, and interagency funds. The department said most costs are tied to personnel and veterans’ homes, and that the homes are funded largely by federal dollars plus self-generated revenue. Members focused heavily on delays in processing National Guard disability claims and payments to veterans. Representatives said constituents had waited about a year for claims to be resolved, while the department said it had increased staffing and was processing a backlog of more than 400 claims, but still had about $950,000 in approved claims awaiting funding. The department said the payout program is governed by statute and that additional supplemental funding has been requested.
Members also discussed veterans’ home care, including how service-connected disability status affects eligibility and costs, and whether chronic wound care and related complications could increase long-term costs. The department said veterans with higher service-connected ratings receive care with federal support, while others pay fees. Several members urged the department to provide clearer timelines and better communication to claimants, and one member suggested a separate oversight hearing to address the disability claim process and any needed statutory changes. The committee adjourned after the presentations and questions.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Feb 18th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, it's been my experience that when you give D.O.T.
- Well, I'm happy to talk offline if we need to amend it.
- I think you pointed that out very well.
- Okay, well, that was. Yes. Thanks. Okay. Well, that was important for your testimony.
- We will have a short— you get a caucus as well?
Summary:
The House Transportation Committee met on February 18 and heard several Senate transportation bills, then announced it would caucus after the public hearings. Engrossed Senate Bill 5081, concerning unattended motor vehicles and remote starter systems, was briefly introduced and described as having no fiscal impact; the sponsor framed it as a public-safety and anti-theft measure, but no substantive testimony followed before the hearing was closed. The committee then heard Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5203 on wildlife habitat connectivity and safe wildlife crossings, which would require WSDOT and WDFW to develop and update a statewide connectivity strategy, create dedicated wildlife corridors and crossings accounts, and report regularly to the legislature. Supporters emphasized reduced wildlife-vehicle collisions, better habitat connectivity, and access to federal matching funds, while opponents from southwest Washington argued the bill lacked local landowner and county input and could push wolves or other wildlife into agricultural areas. No vote was taken.
The committee also heard Engrossed Senate Bill 5705, which would double penalties for using a personal electronic device while driving in school, playground, and crosswalk speed zones and direct the additional revenue to school zone safety accounts. Testimony from the Traffic Safety Commission and the sponsor stressed rising distracted-driving fatalities, the vulnerability of children and pedestrians, and the need for stronger deterrence; members asked about messaging, enforcement, and how the new penalties would be used. Finally, Engrossed Senate Bill 5581 was heard, a broad active transportation and complete streets bill that would update roundabout and crosswalk definitions, integrate shared-use paths into highway planning, and allow WSDOT to use local or tribal facilities as mitigation when they provide equal or better access. Supporters from transportation advocacy groups and local governments said it would improve safety and clarify existing law, while one Lake Forest Park official warned that complete streets mandates can create unfunded costs that delay needed maintenance. The committee closed public testimony on all bills and adjourned without taking final action.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Feb 4th, 2026 at 08:00 am
Environment, Energy & Technology
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, they get $30 a piece.
- Well, sorry.
- Well, sorry. Andrew was having issues with his link, so I sent him by him. Great. Well, sorry.
- And so UL 1741 certifies those as well.
- Well, I don't see any more questions.
Committee:
Senate Environment, Energy & Technology
Keywords:
mattress stewardship, producer responsibility, extended producer responsibility, EPR, mattress recycling, solid waste, landfill diversion, illegal dumping, recycling program, Department of Ecology, producer responsibility organization, PRO, renovator, retailer obligations, collection sites, bulk pickup, drop-off locations, waste management, environmental compliance, circular economy
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Agriculture & Natural Resources Feb 4th, 2026 at 08:00 am
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- But I am somewhat of a realist as well, and recognize it takes time.
- Well, so that was my next question.
- You gave us $5 million, I believe Andy mentioned it as well.
- Well, thank you, Madam Chair. This is really an important bill.
- Well, thank you, Madam Chair. This is really an important bill.
Committee:
House Agriculture & Natural Resources
Keywords:
relocation, wildlife, game farm, agriculture, environmental impact, animal welfare, force-feeding, birds, humane treatment, sea lion, predation control, salmon preservation, fishing industry, voluntary donations, derelict vessels, marine environment, coastal management, environmental protection, maritime economy, farmers
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:
- It's 1890 and are so well respected.
- Well, thank you very much. Welcome. Glad you're here.
- Well, I'm going to add to that also then Senator Welsh and Senator Tina Smith as well, who's a member
- But to their debt and their net income as well.
- Because they are, it is traumatic to them as well.
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.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee Jun 16th, 2026
Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials
Transcript Highlights:
- Well put. Seeing no others, I'll just add a couple of thoughts.
- So the cost, I think, is a concern for me as well.
- And that can be somewhat difficult as well.
- It’s not like individual wells.
- We can all stipulate to that as well.
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
Public Health and Welfare - Room 216, 4 June, 2026; 2:30 PM
Public Health and Welfare
Transcript Highlights:
- "Well, if you'll look up at the top of the page, there's this bar.
- And so it'd be Department of Health, Medicaid, Mental Health. >> Well, just as an example, Well, just
- This is how we phrase what we're doing in order to score well."
- "Well," "Well, we've talked about that internally.
- I think we did well... We had limited time. I think we did well with the time we had.
Committee:
Joint Public Health and Welfare
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development May 7th, 2026
Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture & Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, guess what?
- So that area is doing very well.
- Ag science and human sciences are doing well.
- Marshall wanted to make sure that we talk about the challenges as well.
- These are some of the larger farmers as well.
Summary:
The House Committee on Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Rural Development met to approve the October 3, 2024 interim minutes and then took up two resolutions. HCR 205, by Representative Kerner, urged USDA to use its Commodity Procurement Program to purchase domestic Louisiana shrimp. Supporters said shrimpers are facing very low prices, full cold storage, and an urgent need for federal purchases to stabilize the market and help local processors and fishermen. Commissioner Mike Strain explained that USDA commodity purchases can support schools, nursing homes, and food banks, and members discussed the need for cold storage, marketing, and better promotion of local seafood. The resolution was reported favorably without objection. The committee also considered HCR 188, which memorializes Congress to oppose any federal farm bill language that could negatively affect the use of hunting dogs; members said the provision had raised concerns about field trials, scent hounds, and hunting practices, and the resolution was also reported favorably without objection.
The committee then received a presentation from Southern University Ag Center and College of Agriculture leadership, led by interim president and chancellor Orlando McMeans and Executive Vice Chancellor Calvin Walker. They outlined the center’s research, teaching, and extension work, including medicinal cannabis research, beef cattle and smart ranching, viticulture, aquaculture, precision agriculture, food and nutrition, and support for small farmers and K-12 dual enrollment. They highlighted scholarship and enrollment programs, including USDA-supported 1890 scholars and JAG Stars, as well as partnerships with LSU and USDA. They also described major facility projects, including a high-tech meat processing facility, research labs, a vineyard, and a proposed 1,300-bed disaster shelter/mega shelter at the experiment station.
Members asked questions about meat-cutting and processing training, cattle genetics, and the shelter’s use when not needed for disasters. Southern officials said the new processing facility is intended to support training and workforce development, and that the shelter could also be used for events such as weddings, graduations, and agricultural activities. The committee expressed appreciation for the presentation and the work of the Ag Center. Representative Broussard then moved to adjourn, and the committee adjourned.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Elementary and Secondary Education Apr 15th, 2026
Elementary and Secondary Education
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, we'll proceed on then.
- Well, that was in the original, but it's out.
- And so... ...for a board hearing as well.
- I need to try and get a little bit more feedback as well.
- That's something you're wanting to look at as well.
Committee:
House Elementary and Secondary Education
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Those were really exciting to see as well.
- It works really well in natural streams.
- That's a really exciting project as well.
- It works really well in natural streams.
- So that's a really exciting project as well.
Committee:
House Agricultural Affairs
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, Mr. Chairman, if I can speak to that. Sure. Mr.
- So we'll make sure to send that over as well.
- publicly accessible as well.
- If you're wondering, well, where did all this come from?
- Very well.
Committee:
House Resources and Conservation
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Health and Mental Health Apr 23rd, 2026 at 08:30 am
Health and Mental Health
Transcript Highlights:
- The dispensing of Ivermedic out with the doctors as well.
- Well, I can't speak to what... Make America Healthy Again.
- Well, I can't speak to where RFK has been or what he's doing.
- Well, that's all that section does.
- Well, it sounds awesome. Well, this is sort of the first step.
Committee:
House Health and Mental Health
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Banking and Finance Committee Apr 6th, 2026
Banking and Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, we're moving the issue forward.
- Well, some of us come from poor districts.
- Well, and that's the point, right? We can sit and debate. Right, well, and that's the point, right?
- Well, thank you, Chair and members. Alexis Rodriguez with the California...
- Well, my talking points may be a little out of date, but I will go off...
Committee:
House Banking and Finance
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, I appreciate that.
- Well, we have so many hours in a day.
- Well, quick is a relative term, of course.
- Well, that works. Support your bill.
- Well, that works. Support your bill.
Committee:
House Government Efficiency
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Public Employment and Retirement Committee Jan 14th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- It is working well in other parts of California. It is working well in other parts of California.
- I would say the recruiting is going well.
- Well, thank you.
- Well, thank you.
- Well, thank you.
Summary:
The Assembly Committee on Public Employment and Retirement heard two bills. AB 1054 by Assemblymember Gibson would create a Deferred Retirement Option Program for eligible CHP officers and CAL FIRE firefighters, allowing them to work up to five additional years while their retirement benefits accrue in an interest-bearing account. Supporters, including representatives of CHP and CAL FIRE, said the bill would help retain experienced public safety personnel, address staffing strain, and remain cost-neutral to the state. Members generally supported the measure, and the committee passed it 7-0 and referred it to Appropriations.
The committee then heard AB 1439 by Assemblymember Garcia, sponsored by the State Building and Construction Trades Council. The bill would require public pension and retirement systems to apply stronger labor standards when investing in California development projects, including prevailing wage, skilled-and-trained workforce, and labor neutrality provisions. Supporters argued that public pension investments should not back projects with wage theft, unsafe conditions, or poor labor practices, and that stronger standards improve project quality and returns. Opponents, including county retirement systems, builders, housing groups, and local government associations, warned the bill could interfere with fiduciary duties, increase costs, create litigation risk, and reduce housing and development activity.
Committee members raised concerns about the bill’s scope, definitions, and possible impacts on housing and pension stability, but several said they were willing to give the author a chance to continue working on amendments. The author committed to further revisions and said the bill was still in early stages. The committee approved AB 1439 5-0, with one member not voting, and sent it to Appropriations. The meeting ended with brief farewell remarks for a committee consultant who is leaving for the Senate.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- I hope everybody's well.
- And before that, well, that was a long time ago. I think that's all I will share.
- Well, again, we'll talk. More about that in detail later.
- Well, you don't need to draw another line. Anything below that is BIE.
- I'm going to talk about a section here, well, a couple of sections, I guess.
Committee:
House House Education
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Apr 20th, 2026
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- And I'm going, well, I don't know if it can do that or not.
- Well, we saw a sign over here.
- , as well as using recycled water for recharge efforts.
- , as well as using recycled water for recharge efforts.
- , as well as using recycled water for recharge efforts.
Committee:
Senate Resources and Environment
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
HB 1229 Conference Committee Apr 16th, 2025 at 03:30 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, committee, we've got a couple more minutes left.
- So, well, it's zero. We did pass mandatory minimums for that.
- Well, and I think there are criminal penalties as well that go with these.
- Well, with that, nobody else has anything to add.
- So, well, with that, nobody else has anything to add.
Summary:
The conference committee on House Bill 1229 met to try to resolve differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill, which deals with reporting certain traffic offenses to driving records and, by extension, insurance companies. House members argued that the House position was driven by concern that reporting lower-level offenses would unfairly raise insurance costs, while Senate members said they opposed removing reporting because they wanted transparency and believed people who break the law should face consequences. The discussion focused heavily on whether the bill should continue to exclude offenses at two points and below from reporting, or whether a narrower compromise such as one point and below might be acceptable.
Committee members and DOT Driver and Vehicle Director Brad Schaefer reviewed a color-coded list of offenses and how they are currently reported. Schaefer explained that salmon-shaded items automatically appear on driving records because they trigger suspension or revocation, green items are commercial-driver violations that also trigger suspension, and the remaining unshaded zero-, one-, and some two-point violations were the main subject of the conference discussion. Members debated whether some low-point items, such as equipment violations, no child restraint, distracted driving, and failure to use due care, should remain reportable, while acknowledging that serious offenses like fleeing and human trafficking would remain reportable regardless.
No final compromise was reached. Several members expressed interest in a possible middle ground limited to one-point-and-below offenses, but others worried the Senate would not accept it. The committee agreed to adjourn and reschedule after members had more time to review the list and consider possible amendments.
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