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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 12th, 2026 at 10:00 am
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Oden, chaplain and religious coordinator at the Department of Social and Health Services Special Commitment
- And whereas Trooper Tara Marissa Gooding fully embodied the Washington State Patrol's motto of service
- She has a proud history of service to our country.
- And we sometimes forget that our fire marshal's office at the state level is part of our State Patrol
- Thank you for your service. Further remarks, Senator King. Thank you, Mr.
Summary:
The Senate opened with roll call, colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a prayer. The journal was approved, House messages were received, and several measures were introduced and referred, including Senate Joint Resolution 8212 and House Bill 2664. The chamber then took up Senate Resolution 8672, honoring Washington State Patrol Trooper Tara Marissa Guding, who was killed in the line of duty. Senators spoke in support, emphasizing her service, the risks faced by troopers, and the importance of slowing down and moving over for emergency vehicles. The resolution was adopted unanimously, all members were added as co-sponsors, and the Senate observed a moment of silence and welcomed Trooper Guding’s colleagues and family.
The Senate then considered gubernatorial appointments. Kerry Heaton was confirmed to the Peninsula College Board of Trustees by a roll call vote of 47 ayes and 2 absent. Rebecca Chan was confirmed to the Shoreline Community College Board of Trustees by a vote of 49 ayes and 0 nays. Bethany J. Martinez was confirmed to the Big Bend Community College Board of Trustees by a vote of 49 ayes and 0 nays. Senators speaking on the appointments highlighted each nominee’s community involvement, professional background, and qualifications for the board positions.
After the confirmations, the Senate agreed to stand at ease for caucus until 1 p.m. The transcript also included the reading of the prior day’s journal and routine procedural motions to advance through the orders of business.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Joint Reentry Committee Mar 20th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, and then the last piece is around expanding job support services to individuals and... support services
- To be able to provide those services to all who are in need... provide those services to all who are
- You're on fire today. I love it. Been on fire for about four weeks now.
- I've talked to an employer recently where somebody got fired because he left to go. somebody got fired
- So... most likely to need that service.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair: Appreciate your service.
- department, a member of a fire district fire department, or fire authority.
- department, a member of a fire district fire department, or fire authority.
- They wouldn't need to go out of their way to the fire station.
- Or if they're coming directly from their home, they wouldn't need to go out of their way to the fire
Keywords:
retirement benefits, health insurance, premium payment, Arizona State Retirement System, contingent annuitant, long-term disability, benefits limitations, disability compensation, social security, retirement system, elected officials, ASRS, eligibility waiver, age 65, property tax exemption, disability, veterans, widows, income limits, Arizona Revised Statutes
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Joint Conference Committee - HB0078, March 5, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- like happened up with the Elk Fire and then the Mullen Fire in my area and one up in Thermopolis area
- On the big fires, it's 10 to 1.
- On the big fires it's suppression cost.
- On the big fires it's 10<00:07:13.599><c> to</c><00:07:13.759><c> one.
- Keep in mind the last two years we've spent $71 million, $77 million dollars in fire suppression.
Summary:
The meeting focused on resolving a House-Senate disagreement over funding for a new forestry/fire mitigation program. House members explained that their objection was not to the program itself, but to the Senate’s increase from the original $3 million level; they argued the program should start at the lower amount and be expanded later if needed. Senate members responded that the higher amount was based on forest health briefing information showing significant beetle kill, rising fire danger, and the need to act quickly while federal partners and current conditions made treatment work feasible. They cited recent large fire suppression costs and argued the added funding would have a strong return on investment by reducing future suppression expenses.
After discussion of possible compromise amounts, including $4 million and then $3.5 million, House members said $3.5 million would be more acceptable to their chamber and suggested supplemental funding could be considered later if the program proved successful. The Senate agreed to the $3.5 million compromise. Members also noted that other amendments in the bill, including repeal of a sunset date and changes intended to speed contracting by removing an attorney general step, were important and appreciated by the House.
The committee then took a voice vote on the compromise, and it passed unanimously. Members indicated they would take the agreement back to their respective chambers as part of the conference report and expected the bill to move forward.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Business REVISION 2: HB4121 - Removed Feb 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- to be able to install sprinklers and alarms, but we're currently requiring an age of 21 to inspect fire
- It doesn't mean that you test positive that you're immediately fired.
- That you're immediately fired. They could have disciplinary actions.
- Like it's the same as a home service warranty.
- This is a warranty that you're able to purchase for a service beforehand.
Summary:
The committee took up several business- and workforce-related bills. House Bill 381, which lowers the age requirement for fire extinguisher inspection licensing from 21 to 18 to match sprinkler and alarm installation rules, passed 8-0. House Bill 3127, with a PCS adopted, would restore an employer’s ability to use a written zero-tolerance drug policy for safety-sensitive positions; supporters said it would give employers clarity and flexibility, while questions focused on workers’ compensation and HIPAA concerns. It passed 6-2. House Bill 3128, also with a PCS adopted, creates a task force called Arise, Oklahoma to study workforce readiness, barriers to employment, and business competitiveness; the author said it would help identify gaps without overloading the new Workforce Commission, and it passed 6-2.
The committee also heard House Bill 3498, a lengthy modernization of the Oklahoma General Corporation Act and LLC statutes. The author said it would update outdated corporate law, strengthen shareholder agreements, and make Oklahoma more competitive with states like Delaware to encourage investment and keep businesses in the state. Members asked for clearer examples of the bill’s effects and whether it would have prevented recent employer relocations; the author said it would not guarantee a different outcome but could improve Oklahoma’s ability to retain and attract businesses. The bill passed 7-1-1.
Finally, House Bill 2035, requested by the funeral industry, would provide clarification and structure for service agreements covering transportation of human remains. The author said the agreements are already used and are not insurance, but rather prepaid service arrangements that can reduce costs for families. Members raised concerns about out-of-state transport and insurance-code exemptions, and the author said the bill was intended to clarify that these agreements are treated consistently and provide consumer value. The bill was moved forward, and the chair noted it was the last bill of the day before adjourning, with many laid-over bills expected next week.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Meeting: Senate Committee and House Committee on Capital Investment - 05/17/26
Transcript Highlights:
- Fire, 2 million for Golden Valley Fire Station, 2.5 million for Hilltop Emergency Shelter, 6 million
- services facility, 5 million.<00:14:47.240><c> Uh</c> million.
- For lead service line million.
- </c><00:27:01.640><c> Um</c> uh debt service. Um uh debt service.
- </c> base uh debt service amounts. base uh debt service amounts.
Summary:
The committee took up a large bonding bill and reviewed the final spreadsheet of capital investments. Chairs and members repeatedly thanked staff, House and Senate negotiators, and the Governor’s team for a collaborative process. The bill was described as a statewide package rather than a partisan one, with major funding for higher education asset preservation, DNR projects, public safety, transportation, the Met Council, veterans facilities, corrections, DEED/local projects, and a large water infrastructure section.
House Fiscal staff and Senate fiscal staff walked through the bill line by line. Highlights included University of Minnesota and Minnesota State asset preservation, education and language immersion school funding, DNR trail and flood mitigation projects, public safety facilities, local road and bridge grants, Met Council parks and I/I grants, veterans home and armory funding, corrections projects including the Faribault vocational expansion, and many local economic development and public facility projects across Greater Minnesota and the metro. The bill also included Public Facilities Authority water and wastewater grants, housing rehabilitation funding, historical society grants, a Minnesota Zoo operating transfer, airport appropriations, and several cancellations of prior appropriations to help finance the package.
Members generally praised the bill and the bipartisan work behind it. Some Republicans emphasized the one-time license fee reduction and affordability, while also saying DEED’s business development infrastructure funding was too low. Senator Nelson highlighted long-awaited transportation projects such as Highway 14 and township roads. Senator Dibble supported the transportation investments but criticized the bill for having no transit funding, calling that a major omission. No vote was recorded in the excerpt, but the discussion centered on final review and support for moving the bonding bill forward.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- It should read Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee and not Emergency Medical Services Advisory
- It should read Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee and not Emergency Medical Services Advisory
- It should read Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee and not Emergency Medical Services Advisory
- Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee, and not Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board.
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Summary:
The Committee on Health and Human Services heard a series of gubernatorial nominations and board appointments, mostly to health-related advisory councils and commissions. Nominees testified briefly about their backgrounds and reasons for serving, including Melanie Lao for the Fuel Tank Advisory Committee; Asana Saragosa Torres and Jessica Stevens for the State Council on Mental Health; several nominees for the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee, including S. Brian, Jacob Pelo, Patrick Winfield Lougher, Dr. An Young, Marin Anka, and Kenneth Faria; Roxanne Row for the Hawaii County Health Planning Council; Lewis Johnson and Susie Schulberg for the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs; Mariah Nicholls and Evan Nakatsuka for the State Rehabilitation Council; and Co Woly for the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation board. Testimony in support came from the Department of Health, the Executive Office on Aging, the Department of Human Services, Hawaii Youth Services Network, Hawaii Family Caregiver Coalition, and other individuals and organizations, with several nominees emphasizing lived experience, rural health access, mental health advocacy, EMS experience, or community service.
One nomination, GM 522 for Melanie Lao, drew favorable comments about her qualifications and written responses. GM 572, Roxanne Row’s nomination to the Hawaii County Health Planning Council, was the only item that raised concern because the committee had not received her questionnaire answers directly; after questioning, the chair deferred decision-making on that nomination until March 5 pending receipt of the answers. The committee also noted a title correction for GM 548, changing the reference from an advisory board to the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee.
At the end of the meeting, the committee voted to advise and consent on all nominations except GM 572, which was deferred. The adopted recommendations covered GM 522, 523, 525, 526, 540, 541, 548, 575, 576, 577, 579, 629, 630, 631, and 633. The meeting then adjourned after congratulating the nominees and inviting them to remain for a group photo.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V Mar 5th, 2025
Appropriations - S/C on Articles I, IV, & V
Transcript Highlights:
- D, our customer service rep. and information technology specialist.
- B is four FTEs for employment services.
- I'll be presenting the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, the agency requests.
- Wild urban interface fires, for example, are the fires that we had in Steiner Ranch in Bastrop in 2011
- The agency requesting 45,000 in funding to purchase updated resources material for the Texas Fire Service
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Natural Resources and Energy (9-18-25)
Transcript Highlights:
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- So, it is the National Weather Service.
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- Commission, and we are at Public Service Commission, and we are at your<01:38:13.199><c> service.
- </c> your service. your service.
Keywords:
Meeting Start 00:00:00
Attendance Roll Call 00:01:12
Approval of Minutes 00:02:25
Co-Chair & Member Comments 00:02:48
Discussion of 2025 SB 137 00:06:58
Outdoor Adventure Tourism Opportunities 00:41:56
Public Service Commission Update 01:21:37, 958, all
Summary:
The committee meeting began with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call, and approval of the prior minutes. Members also observed a moment of reflection for Charlie Kirk and offered condolences to Representative Bobby McCool on the death of his mother. Representative Fugate then made announcements about the ongoing ATV/UTV trail system, including an October 21 opening in Letcher County and an October 2 groundbreaking in Knott County, and staff was asked to circulate the dates to members.
The main agenda item was Senate Bill 137, presented by Senator Cassie Chambers Armstrong with testimony from George Ecklan of the Coalition of the Homeless and Wesley Bryant, a flood survivor and Eastern Kentucky resident. The bill would prohibit utility disconnections for non-payment during dangerous weather and emergencies, including extreme cold, excessive heat, and declared natural disasters. Supporters said the measure is narrow, does not forgive past-due balances or change reconnection policies, and is intended to protect vulnerable residents, reduce risks to first responders, and create a minimum statewide standard amid a patchwork of utility policies. They cited weather thresholds and historical examples of extreme weather and disaster declarations in Kentucky.
Testimony emphasized the human impact of shutoffs, especially for low-income households, older adults, and families facing illness or disaster recovery. Bryant described experiences with people shivering without heat or struggling to keep children cool when power was cut off, calling electricity a lifeline rather than a luxury. Representative Gu raised concerns that utility bills have become unaffordable due to broader policy and rate issues, argued that some customers may not pay if shutoffs are prohibited, and questioned whether the bill was needed. Senator Chambers Armstrong responded that the proposal is limited to non-payment shutoffs during short periods of dangerous conditions and is meant to keep people safe during emergencies. No vote or final action on the bill was taken in the portion of the meeting provided.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- reason for this is that both use the same statutory authority in the Idaho Developmental Disability Services
- Each of the three provider types offers comparable services to individuals with disabilities.
- Protection Association and NFPA, as identical fire protection standards are already incorporated in
- the International Fire Code, which is already adopted by the state of Idaho.
- If they didn't pass it, you would fire them and terminate quite fast.
Summary:
The Health and Welfare Committee met to consider several Idaho Department of Health and Welfare rule dockets tied to licensing and certification. The first docket rewrote and consolidated rules for developmental disabilities agencies and residential habilitation agencies, with the department saying the changes streamline overlapping requirements and remove duplicative language. A member asked about physical restraint provisions, and staff explained the definition was carried over from the residential habilitation chapter and that restraint remains limited and subject to written consent and plan requirements. The committee approved the docket unanimously.
The committee then took up the residential assisted living facilities rewrite. Department staff said the revision reorganizes application, resident activity, admission termination, and medical review provisions, removes redundant language, and aligns fire safety references with the International Fire Code. Members focused heavily on criminal history and background check language, especially whether unlicensed employees could work before clearance and whether the proposed wording weakened supervision requirements. Staff said the change was not substantive and that employees awaiting clearance must still be supervised and not have one-to-one contact with residents; they also clarified that memory care units are covered by these rules. After questions about the application process and business registration, the member who had proposed striking a subsection withdrew the motion, and the committee approved the docket in full.
A third docket repealed the residential habilitation agencies chapter because its substance had been recodified in the earlier consolidated chapter; the committee approved that repeal as well. Finally, Representative Redman presented RS 33050, which would update Idaho’s midwifery statute to reflect modern practice and allow licensed midwives to administer medications within their training and scope. He described it as a modernization rather than a scope expansion, and the committee voted to introduce the RS. The meeting then adjourned.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jan 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- This is particularly important for communities like Kellogg, which suffered in 1972 the Sunshine Mine fire
- reason for this is that both use the same statutory authority, the Idaho Developmental Disability Services
- Each of these three provider types offers comparable services to individuals with disabilities.
- It, as also mentioned, providers often provide over many types of services that are governed differently
- Fire Code, which has been adopted in Idaho.
Summary:
The Senate Health and Welfare Committee reviewed several Idaho Department of Health and Welfare administrative rule dockets, mostly zero-based rewrites intended to reduce duplication, simplify language, and align rules with current statutes or federal guidance. On the reportable diseases docket, the department said the rewrite cut the chapter by about 40 percent, added viral hemorrhagic fevers as reportable diseases, and lowered the lead-reporting threshold to 3.5 micrograms per deciliter to match CDC standards. Members asked about incorporation by reference, the history of using federal guidelines, and why COVID was not listed; department staff explained that COVID was handled under broader public health authority and extraordinary-occurrence provisions rather than the reportable disease list. That docket was approved by voice vote after some discussion about whether more health policy should be placed in statute versus rule.
The committee then approved the radiation control rules, which were rewritten to shorten the chapter substantially, remove incorporation by reference, and require out-of-state licensees to register within 30 days. Next, members considered a consolidated chapter for developmental disability agencies and related provider types, including residential habilitation agencies and adult residential care providers; the department said the rewrite would streamline licensing requirements and had broad stakeholder support. The committee approved that chapter, then approved a repeal docket for residential habilitation agencies because those provisions had been moved into the new consolidated chapter.
The final docket covered residential assisted living facilities. The department said the rewrite reorganized application, resident activity, discharge, and medical review requirements, removed duplicative statutory language, and eliminated a separate NFPA building standard reference because the International Fire Code already covers it. Senators focused on discharge protections for vulnerable residents, asking about emergency discharges, nonpayment, Medicaid-related placement issues, and the role of the ombudsman and appeal rights. Department staff said residents generally receive written notice, often 30 days, and can access appeals and ombudsman assistance; immediate discharge can occur in limited situations such as nonpayment or inability to meet care needs. The committee approved the docket by voice vote and then adjourned, with a note that budget presentations would likely begin the following week.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- This is particularly important for communities like Kellogg, which suffered in 1972 the Sunshine Mine fire
- Each of these three provider types offers comparable services to individuals with disabilities.
- As also mentioned, providers often provide many types of services that are governed differently depending
- This should make it easier for them to have one location that governs all types of disability services
- Fire Code, which has been adopted in Idaho.
Summary:
The Senate Health and Welfare Committee reviewed several Idaho Department of Health and Welfare administrative rule dockets, mostly zero-based regulation rewrites and consolidations. The first docket covered reportable diseases, with the department saying the rewrite cuts duplicative language, adds viral hemorrhagic fevers as reportable, and lowers the lead-reporting threshold to align with CDC guidance. Senators asked about incorporation by reference, the deletion of penalty language as duplicative of statute, testing without informed consent for exposed first responders, and why COVID was not specifically listed; department staff said COVID had never been on the list and that general authority and an “extraordinary occurrence” category were used for new outbreaks. The committee approved the docket by voice vote after brief discussion about whether more rules should be moved into statute.
The committee then approved a radiation control rules rewrite that greatly shortened the chapter, removed incorporation by reference, kept fees unchanged, and added a requirement for out-of-state licensees to register within 30 days. Members next considered developmental disability agencies rules, which consolidate licensing requirements for developmental disability agencies, residential habilitation agencies, and adult residential care providers into one chapter; the department said the rewrite removes redundant standards and had stakeholder support. The related residential habilitation agencies docket was then approved as a full repeal because its provisions were moved into the consolidated chapter.
Finally, the committee reviewed residential assisted living facilities rules, a comprehensive rewrite that reorganizes application, resident activity, discharge, and medical review provisions and removes duplicative statutory language. Senators focused on discharge requirements, especially emergency discharges, nonpayment, and what happens when a facility can no longer meet a resident’s needs; department staff said residents receive notice, appeal rights, and ombudsman involvement in many cases. Concerns were raised about vulnerable residents being displaced if reimbursement rates are too low, but the department said facilities and the ombudsman often work to find alternate placement. The committee approved all of the dockets it considered and adjourned after noting an upcoming budget presentation.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- You can look at it from a service delivery perspective.
- A service coordination is the navigator, and the actual service delivery would be the care coordinator
- originally was hospitals, then it went to fire stations.
- From the inside of the box, the fire station personnel can see it.
- as being service to his entire country.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jan 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- My name is Keith IBM, the Division Manager, Budget Policy Analysis for Legislative Services Office.
- We don't have to cut all these Medicaid services.
- So our state employees, Medicaid recipients, and so forth actually might have the services they need
- Along with that, we... ...that we were going to have fires and we have to pay for them.
- If we want to actually look at the fire, the roads, all those things, I think are extremely important
Summary:
The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee heard the Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee’s report on Idaho’s general fund revenue projections for fiscal years 2026, 2027, and 2028. The committee’s median forecast was higher than the governor’s estimates, and the co-chairs recommended general fund revenues available for appropriation of $5.6651 billion for FY 2026 and $5.8166 billion for FY 2027, with caution urged on spending above those levels. Members noted the committee’s forecast was more conservative than some outside expert projections and discussed the state’s current revenue strength, including recent collections above forecast.
A lengthy procedural discussion followed over the difference between “accepting” and “adopting” the report and whether those actions were separate or interchangeable. Legislative staff explained that accepting the report preserves it for future action, while adopting it sets the revenue number. Members also clarified a math error in the report, changing the FY 2027 percentage increase from 2.8% to 2.4% for the record. Several members spoke in support of the forecast as a prudent middle-ground number, while others emphasized concerns about future budget pressures, conformity, transportation, Medicaid, and other state services.
The committee first voted on accepting the report, which failed after a tied split between the House and Senate caucuses. It then voted on a motion to adopt the Economic Outlook report with the FY 2027 percentage correction, and that motion passed unanimously, 10-0 in both the House and Senate caucuses. The committee then adjourned until the next morning.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee Jun 23rd, 2026
Privacy and Consumer Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- And I would, you know, I guess this is a little public service announcement. We talked to...
- And I would, you know, I guess this is a little public service announcement.
- All the rooms are being used to make hiring and firing, not hiring, but firing and discipline decisions
- And this addresses the other aspect, which is I also don't want to be fired by a robot.
- This simply says the data that we have that we are using to make sure that health care services, that
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
HOU-EIG, HOU DEFER, HOU DEFER, HOU Public Hearings 02-05-2026
Transcript Highlights:
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- Do you know if you offer this service? >> Do you know if you offer this service?
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Summary:
The committees heard testimony on five housing-related measures. SB 2232 would create a three-year tiny home grant pilot program within HHFDC, with annual reporting to HHFDC and the Legislature; testimony was mixed, and the bill was later recommended for passage with amendments, including a full-time housing development specialist, a residential-use-only restriction for the tiny homes, and a blanked appropriation. SB 2192 would bar county down-zoning that reduces housing capacity unless equivalent capacity is added elsewhere in the county; it drew support from housing advocates and comments from planning officials, and was also recommended for passage with amendments. SB 2378 would clarify insurance requirements for single- and multifamily projects seeking expedited county permitting; engineers and housing groups supported it, while one testifier opposed it, and it was recommended for passage with a technical amendment. SB 2524 would appropriate funds to the City and County of Honolulu for housing-related departments to comply with prior acts; the Honolulu department supported it, and members asked about prior spending and funding sources. SB 2398 would require residential housing utility availability maps; the Honolulu Board of Water Supply opposed the bill as written, citing infrastructure security, accuracy, liability, and administrative burden concerns, while supporters said it would improve transparency for developers. The chair proposed amendments to make the maps broad and geographic rather than parcel-specific, remove contested-case and reliance provisions, allow disclaimer language, and change the date; the bill was then recommended for passage with amendments, with one member noting reservations. All five measures were ultimately passed out of committee with amendments, with votes recorded and some members excused.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- 2032 complete the testing. start testing and then by 2032 complete the testing and put in revenue service
- And we are building enough tracks that give us the service that we need. Okay.
- View on that is extending the service from Fourth and King at Townsend and into the portal is critical
- It does not connect to those existing services.
- Eric DeHart, Fire Chief, Ripon Consolidated Fire District in San Joaquin County.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Thirty One - Tuesday, March 3 - Afternoon Session
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Our public education system and our fire districts would not be losing any money whatsoever.
- And at a certain point, how are we going to fund our state and provide basic services?
- bit more to the school to make their services better for their community.
- bit more to the school to make their services better for their community.
- The school to make their services better for their communities.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Rethinking Paying Subminimal Wage to Persons with Disabilities Task Force Apr 24th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Transcript Highlights:
- So, I think we have to just address that specifically as a theme in terms of getting fired.
- , so anything to do with providing like sheltered workshop services and things like that.
- That other 60% went into other service areas.
- their service system.
- at the same time to supplement DrS services.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- House Bill 746, by the Ways and Means Committee, is an act relating to fire, amending Chapter 1, Title
- House 1, 746 by Ways and Means Committee, and Act relating to Fire.
- addition of a new Section 38131C, Idaho Code, to establish provisions regarding deficiency warrants for fire
- At the moment, I feel a little awkward that we are defunding water quality projects, fire suppression
- At the moment, it's, I feel a little awkward that we are defunding water quality projects, fire suppression
Summary:
The House convened with 67 members present and approved the House Journal. It received gubernatorial and Senate messages, including enrolled House Joint Memorials 9 and 11 and several Senate bills, and standing committees reported on multiple House bills, with several measures advanced to second reading or referred to other committees. The House also introduced a large group of new Ways and Means bills covering vehicle titles and electronic ownership records, enforcement actions, biometric identifiers, collective bargaining and union funding, fire deficiency warrants, abatement districts, public records, city annexation, programmable money, and sales tax rebate changes, along with Senate bills on crime victims’ proceeds, public records exemptions, the Idaho Women’s Commission, and E-Verify employment requirements.
On third reading, House Concurrent Resolution 28 passed unanimously after debate urging Idahoans to observe March 1, 2026, as a day of fasting and prayer for guidance, unity, and moisture. House Bill 639, updating Idaho midwifery law to allow medication administration within scope and training, passed 67-0. House Bill 532, which links DMV vehicle registration and driver identification records and addresses Social Security number documentation, passed 66-1. House Bill 629, allowing electronic proof of vehicle registration on a phone for all drivers, passed 43-26-1 after debate centered on officer safety and law enforcement concerns. House Bill 503, moving the Soil and Water Conservation Commission to the Department of Water Resources, passed unanimously, as did Senate Concurrent Resolution 115 supporting that consolidation while preserving the commission’s voluntary, non-regulatory mission. House Bill 543, updating Percy Choice 401(k) language to comply with SECURE Act 2.0 Roth contribution provisions, also passed unanimously.
The House returned House Bill 671 to committee and held the remaining third-reading bills until Monday, February 23. During announcements, members introduced guests and noted upcoming committee meetings, and the House adjourned until 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026.