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• disorder, resulting in higher cost to our health care system.
• our health care system.
• As an active operator, I've personally experienced the impact of oversupply, even while operating compliantly
• As an active operator, I've personally experienced the impact of oversupply, even while operating compliantly
• a small operation like mine.

Summary: The committee heard testimony on several bills. SB 5882 would extend workers’ compensation PTSD presumptions to local correctional facility workers after 90 days of employment, with staff explaining the bill’s scope, fiscal note, and how claims would affect employers’ experience ratings. The sponsor and labor representatives supported the measure as a response to correctional officer trauma, while cities, retailers, and self-insurers opposed it over cost, system sustainability, and the need for more study. Labor and Industries said the estimated five-year state-fund claim cost ranges from $6.7 million to $15.3 million, and the hearing closed after testimony from both sides. The committee then heard SB 6196, which would impose a 95% excise tax on kratom products starting in 2027, create licensing and labeling requirements, and direct revenue to youth harmful substance prevention. Supporters argued kratom is unregulated and increasingly available to youth, and some urged age-gating and stronger restrictions on synthetic concentrated products. Opponents, including retailers and the American Kratom Association, said the bill is too punitive, would hurt legitimate businesses, and should be revised into a consumer protection framework rather than treated like a controlled substance. No vote was taken. SB 6204, allowing adults to grow up to six cannabis plants at home with a 15-plant household cap, drew strong support from cannabis advocates and some medical users, who said home grow should have been part of legalization and would help consumers understand the plant. Opponents from law enforcement, cities, and public health warned about youth access, enforcement problems, fire and chemical risks, and possible impacts on cannabis tax revenue. The committee also heard SB 6134, requiring notice to striking workers about possible UI overpayments if they later receive retroactive wages, which the sponsor said would prevent surprise repayment obligations; testimony was overwhelmingly supportive. Finally, SB 6195, aimed at reducing cannabis oversupply by tying producer canopy size to reported sales, drew broad support from cannabis businesses and trade groups, who said it would stabilize the market and address JLARC’s findings, with some stakeholders asking for implementation fixes and clearer language.

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• And Commissioner, I have a question on your operating budget increase.
• The operating increase is designed to keep up with costs.
• that, but that is the intent of the operating increase.
• There, he recommended having a CT scan of his brain to check for brain damage and a full-body x-ray completed
• Can focus on health and safety and not counting blocks as a priority.

Bills: HF2436

Keywords: child welfare, economic assistance, child care, grant program, video security cameras

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• "We are actually looking into this and accounting for it in our documents that we talk about the health
• </c><00:02:55.400><c> and</c><00:02:55.520><c> vitality</c> about about the health and vitality about
• about the health and vitality fiscally<00:02:56.760><c> of</c><00:02:56.920><c> the</c><00:02:56.959
• </c> the operations of state agencies. the operations of state agencies.
• This impacts the health and vitality of our state.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• year, 2025, marks the 50th and 60th anniversary of Juneteenth, a milestone that reminds us of the endurance
• A symbol of resilience, a symbol of liberation, an enduring contribution of African Americans to this
• Across multiple continents, with California remaining the epicenter of its operations, its flagship festivals
• And lastly, I just want to recognize the team of framework, Craig Jacobson, the Director of Operations
• Global Operating Company Board, the name Doug Cranwinkel became synonymous with the Arroyo Seco.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• House Bill 578 will be referred to the Health and Welfare Committee. February 3, 2026, Mr.
• Speaker, we, your Committee on Health and Welfare, report that we have had under consideration House
• House Bill 591, by the Health and Welfare Committee, an act relating to indigent eligibility, repealing
• We pray for his good health.
• For 20 years we've had to endure what they tried to sell us was coffee, and it wasn't coffee.

Keywords: 989, all

Summary: The House convened with 65 members present, approved the journal, and received Senate Bill 1221, which was referred to the Commerce and Human Resources Committee. Committee reports moved several bills forward, including House Bills 502, 512, 494, 531, and 542 to second reading or the second-reading calendar, while House Bill 570 was re-referred to Judiciary, Rules and Administration. The House also introduced a number of new bills and resolutions covering justifiable homicide, court rules, LLC formation, short-term rentals, unauthorized workers, inspections, the FAST Act and stable coins, rangeland improvement, virtual education and charter schools, income tax and parental choice tax credit changes, indigent eligibility, patient immigration status, and a constitutional amendment on state-owned land. On the floor, House Concurrent Resolution 24 honoring fallen and injured Coeur d'Alene-area firefighters passed 68-0, and House Bill 515 passed 68-0 after debate focused on requiring schools to notify families about serious bullying incidents while removing an older reporting requirement; supporters said the bill would improve timely communication, while one member urged extending it to private schools. House Bill 511, which would raise the cap on fire protection charges in the wildland-urban interface to help fund Idaho Department of Lands firefighting costs, passed 46-22. House Joint Memorial 9, urging Congress to reaffirm FLPMA as the authority for federal land exchanges, passed 69-0, and House Bill 518, authorizing the Attorney General to accept and prosecute human trafficking cases at the request of local law enforcement, passed 68-0 with bipartisan support. House Bill 522, dealing with drones near prisons and penalties for unauthorized drone flights in restricted zones, was presented but then returned to committee because of a clerical error before a vote. House Joint Memorial 10, supporting the use of natural sugar rather than artificial sweeteners in school meal programs and aligning Idaho with the MAHA movement, passed by voice vote. House Bill 504, aimed at preventing lottery syndicates from bulk-buying tickets and taking winnings out of state, passed 62-6. The House then heard announcements, including upcoming receptions, a presentation on ICAC, disability advocacy day, a Medicaid listening session, and personal introductions, before adjourning until 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

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• operations.
• </c> with public health operations. with public health operations.
• 28:30.159><c> health</c><01:28:30.480><c> nursing</c> health and community health nursing health and
• </c> health policy. health policy.
• </c><03:04:57.359><c> damage,</c><03:04:57.840><c> brain</c> syndrome causing brain damage, brain syndrome

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• You wouldn't get lower health care expenses.
• So they say it will reduce health care costs.
• And that rural health care delivery fund.
• health, but also behavioral health to adults and children.
• So private equity isn't the enemy of health care.

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• It's common sense oversight and assurance for our state in today's health care sector.
• President, the Health Care Authority doesn't—this is not their business to do this.
• President, it does go back to brain development.
• House Health and Human Services Committee Substitute for House Bill 398. 398.
• That's House Health and Human Services Committee Substitute for House Bill 398.

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• Number one, health. Number one, health.
• Now, this isn't modern brain science.
• Using terms like “brain dead,” “moron,” and “retard” to talk about our kids.
• STRTPs already operate within a rigorous state oversight framework.
• On top of that, the Department of Health Care Services regulates their mental health programs, which

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• </c> really uh Community Ed really operates really uh Community Ed really operates as<00:08:04.599><c
• </c><01:08:57.279><c> our</c> School social social worker operated our School social social worker operated
• </c><01:09:52.520><c> care</c> Deer River to access health care Deer River to access health care regularly
• Care needs including dental Health Care needs including dental vision<01:10:31.360><c> health</c><01
• Mental health was assessed and aided through our embedded therapist.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• moving forward, but yet are we tackling those issues that drastically affect people, their mental health
• One of her most enduring legacies was her leadership as executive director of the Los Angeles African
• Her impact is enduring. Her leadership is unmatched, and her memory will forever guide our work.

Summary: The Assembly convened after an initial quorum call and proceeded with routine business, including approval of the previous day’s journal, procedural suspensions, and several file items. Most second-reading, concurrence, veto, and reconsideration items were passed, retained, or continued without debate. The main floor action was on House Resolution 75, authored by Assembly Member Pellerin, designating January 26 as National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Pellerin and several members from both parties spoke in support, emphasizing survivor-led advocacy, the prevalence of trafficking in California, risks tied to major events and vulnerable populations, and the need for better prevention, data collection, and victim services. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 64 co-authors were added. Assembly Member Avila Farias’s AB 768, relating to mobile home park rent control and affordable housing, also passed with a 60-1 vote. The Assembly then held multiple adjournment-in-memory tributes for Joy Atkinson, a longtime Los Angeles civic leader and mentor to Black women in public service, with members recounting her work in government, political organizing, and the La P.I.E. leadership institute. Later, Assembly Member Haney offered an adjournment in memory of Bob Weir, founding member of the Grateful Dead, highlighting his musical legacy and philanthropy. The House adjourned until Thursday, January 22, at 9 a.m.

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• His career included leadership and criminal investigations, anti-terrorism Operations and community policing
• His service included deployments supporting Operation Noble Eagle and Operation Enduring Freedom.
• Along with critical assignments and security operations and detainee transport, beyond his professional
• gentleman, as he was 40% disabled because of his knees and his back, went to a VA hospital and had an operation

Bills: HB3257

Keywords: veterans, disability benefits, federal law, Oklahoma Statutes, military service, 914, all

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• If the person commits the offense while operating a motor vehicle, the bill requires a peace officer
• , there are studies showing that the brain development at that age.
• this from a health care professional.
• Emergencies shift to local health care systems that have no patient records.
• These drugs are not health care. They do not treat disease or heal the body.

Summary: The committee first heard House Bill 2763, which would require a joint resolution of the legislature before the Arizona Game and Fish Commission could close a state-run shooting range. The sponsor and several supporters, including a Prescott-area doctor, Arizona Citizens Defense League representatives, and Game and Fish staff, argued that closures can push shooters into unsafe public lands, create trash and safety problems, and that the legislature should have a voice in any closure decision. Game and Fish said its goal is to preserve Ben Avery and emphasized public safety. The bill was moved and received a do pass recommendation on an 8-1 vote. The committee then considered House Bill 2417, allowing courts to order speed-inhibiting devices as an alternative to license suspension or revocation for certain traffic offenses. Supporters said it could help people keep working and reduce recidivism, while opponents and some members raised concerns about scope and implementation. An amendment removed eligibility for people convicted of reckless driving or racing and clarified manufacturers are not required to build compatible vehicles. The bill, as amended, passed 7-2. House Bill 2345 followed, creating a felony for unlawfully present persons who possess a falsified commercial driver’s license and authorizing vehicle forfeiture and penalties for employers who knowingly hire such drivers. The sponsor framed it as a narrow public-safety measure, but the Arizona Trucking Association opposed it, arguing it was preempted by federal law, unworkable, and could jeopardize federal funding. Despite those concerns, the committee adopted an amendment and gave the bill a 5-3-1 do pass recommendation. The committee also advanced House Bill 2666, increasing penalties for sexual extortion involving victims ages 15 to 17; testimony from prosecutors and anti-trafficking advocates supported the bill, while defense attorneys and some members urged caution about juvenile defendants and mandatory consecutive sentences. It passed 8-0 with members noting possible future amendments. Finally, the committee approved House Bill 2175, which adds hate-crime-style sentencing enhancements for bias-motivated offenses and expands protected categories to include political expression and political affiliation. The ADL and Maricopa County Attorney’s Office supported the measure as a needed tool, while the ACLU and defense attorneys warned the political-expression language was too broad and could chill speech or invite selective prosecution. The bill passed 6-2 after adoption of an amendment. House Bill 2186, which lets a passenger satisfy identity requirements during a traffic stop by verbally providing information instead of showing physical ID, also received a do pass recommendation on a 7-0-1 vote after the sponsor said it was meant to fix an unconstitutional vagueness problem. The transcript then began discussion of House Bill 2364, concerning penalties for distribution or receipt of abortion-inducing drugs by courier or delivery service, but the exchange was cut off before testimony or action on that bill was completed.

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• As we know, many individuals in our state access health care now through telehealth, and many of those
• As we know, many individuals in our state access health care now through telehealth, and many of those
• people that get their licensure through reciprocity, and we want them to have the same access to health
• They really shouldn't have much of a say in its operation, so this does bring the control back locally
• HB 1839 simply requires that pornographic websites operating in Missouri use a reputable, audited age

Keywords: 959, house, all

Summary: The Missouri House met with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journal for March 3, 2026 by a 122-0 roll call vote. The chamber also spent a long portion of the morning recognizing special guests, including Special Olympics athletes, occupational therapy and social work students and professionals, teachers, civic leaders, and other visitors in the gallery. On legislation, the House perfected and printed House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2974, which would codify telehealth access within Missouri’s licensed reciprocity law. Supporters said it would help seniors and rural residents access care and ensure reciprocity licensees can provide telehealth services. The House also perfected and printed House Bill 2934, a bipartisan St. Louis convention-center governance bill that would merge existing entities, create a new board with city, county, and state appointments, and clarify funding and tax authority for the convention district. An amendment narrowing governor appointments to two city, two county, and one at-large member was adopted before final approval. The House likewise perfected and printed House Committee Substitute for House Bill 2057, a technical fix allowing Osage Beach to create an entertainment district; supporters said it would promote tourism and economic development and align the city with similar districts elsewhere in Missouri. The most contentious debate was on House Committee Substitute for House Bills 1839, 2921, and 3515, which require age verification for pornographic websites. Supporters framed the measure as child protection and cited the Supreme Court’s Texas decision and the Attorney General’s enforcement rule; opponents raised privacy concerns, questioned effectiveness, and argued it could push users toward less scrupulous sites. A proposed amendment to extend the bill to firearms and ammunition websites was ruled not germane, the previous question was ordered 92-44, and the substitute was adopted. The combined bill package was then perfected and printed by a 104-16 vote with 20 present, and the House recessed until 2 p.m.

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• But what about the ironworkers that don't get to work on a residential site, operating engineers who
• This prevents not only dental decay, but more severe bacterial infections that could impact the brain
• For the good of our public health, we'd like to see this decision remain on a local level.
• This prevents not only dental decay, but more severe bacterial infections that could impact the brain
• For the good of our public health, we'd like to see this decision remain on a local level.

Summary: The Housing, Agriculture and Tourism Subcommittee heard and advanced several bills. HB 615, allowing landlords to send required notices electronically with tenant written consent, was amended to allow either landlords or tenants to send messages electronically and passed favorably after testimony from legal aid and tenant advocates urging stronger opt-in, opt-out, and notice protections. HB 665, dealing with local government impact fees and development permits, would limit certain art-related impact fees, define “extraordinary circumstances,” and require more public process before fee increases; it passed after local government and industry testimony focused on refining the extraordinary-circumstances definition and concerns about public art funding. HB 365, a tenant protection bill for affordable housing units receiving public incentives, was amended to apply only to leases of 13 months or less and to take effect in July 2026; it passed with support from housing advocates and AARP and was described as preventing mid-lease rent increases while preserving renewal-time adjustments. HB 381, requiring issuance of addresses and parcel identification numbers within a set timeframe, was amended to extend the deadline to 20 business days and shift the fee consequence to the address fee rather than the building permit fee; it passed after discussion about delays affecting developers and local government responsibility.

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• The bill is being referred to the Committee on Health, Finance and Policy.
• </c> on the Health, Finance and Policy. on the Health, Finance and Policy.
• what they have to go through and endure what they did. did. did.
• Expenses that were not covered by the health insurer.
• </c> covered by the health insurer. covered by the health insurer.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• of that health insurance.
• operating operating referendum<00:23:41.279><c> in</c><00:23:41.440><c> order</c><00:23:41.799><c> to
• </c> got issues with excessive cost of health got issues with excessive cost of health insurance<00:24
• </c> the school districts without operating the school districts without operating referendums<00:36:
• </c> the road in terms of days of oper the road in terms of days of oper operation<00:47:27.800><c> in

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Those with brain injury.
• So the survey covered... ...the cost of health insurance.
• So there could have been other increases in health care.
• You know, obviously make it broader mental health, you know, significant mental health conditions, other
• And there's some data points from those mental health.

Keywords: 1212, all

Summary: The Workforce Support Subcommittee of the Status of Persons with Disabilities met, approved prior minutes, and heard a presentation from the Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers (ADDP) on its 2025 workforce metrics survey. ADDP described its membership and the survey’s scope, which covers community-based services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and brain injuries. The survey had strong participation, with 102 of 132 members responding, and this year included new questions on rising health insurance costs. ADDP reported that workforce conditions have improved for a third consecutive year, with the overall vacancy rate falling from 19% in 2024 to 15% in 2025, and vacancy declines across several program areas. However, vacancies remain high in key roles such as licensed practical nurses and clinicians, nearly 4,000 positions remain unfilled, and about 1,800 people are still waiting for day services. Providers also reported major health insurance premium increases, which they said make it harder to offer competitive wages and benefits and affect recruitment and retention. Committee members discussed the impact of federal immigration policy, workforce shortages, and the need to maintain recent gains in staffing. The subcommittee then elected Rachel Caprillion and Leo Sarkisian as co-chairs by vote. Members discussed possible topics and guests for the next meeting, including training, turnover, waiting lists, direct support professional pipelines, apprenticeships, and possible speakers from state agencies, advocacy organizations, other states, and workforce programs such as JVS. The meeting ended with a motion to adjourn.

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• </c> Department for Behavioral Health Department for Behavioral Health Developmental<00:02:18.840><c>
• and when that brain is neurotoxin and when that brain is developing<00:31:38.720><c> that's</c><00:31
• , and oral health advocates working to improve oral health for all.
• , and oral health advocates working to improve oral health for all.
• , and oral health advocates working to improve oral health for all.

Keywords: 00:00:00 Call to Order/Roll Call 00:01:37 Discussion of 25RS HB 392 00:03:10 Roll Call Vote on 25RS HB 392 00:04:20 Discussion of 25RS HB 580 00:13:28 Roll Call Vote on 25RS HB 580 00:14:54 Discussion of 25RS HB 688 00:18:40 Roll Call Vote on 25RS HB 688 00:21:40 Discussion of 25RS HB 16 01:19:44 Roll Call Vote on 25RS HB 16 01:27:32 Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 392, sponsored by Representative Proctor, which would help the Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities pay for emergency medical and psychiatric services provided to patients outside state facilities when those facilities cannot meet their needs. Proctor described it as a continuing improvement bill to address payment issues for services delivered at community-based facilities. The bill received no substantive opposition in the meeting and passed the committee with favorable expression by a vote of 15 yes, 0 no, and 1 pass. The committee then considered House Bill 580, presented by Representative Kim Moser and Elena Sweezy, which tightens oversight of peer support specialists. The bill was described as building on House Bill 505 from the prior year by reinstating supervision requirements, adding parameters around group sizes, creating a pathway for temporary peer support specialists to become fully registered after nine months, and addressing Medicaid reimbursement and accountability concerns. Members asked about reimbursement; the sponsor said Medicaid was okay with the bill and that commercial insurance coverage would be up to insurers. Representative Fleming emphasized the need for stronger financial oversight of the peer support code. The committee adopted a substitute and title amendment, then passed the bill with favorable expression. House Bill 688 was then heard, with Representative Bratcher explaining that it addresses two issues: preventing fraud in nurse licensure by giving the Kentucky Board of Nursing more discretion to review out-of-state credentials, and expanding school authority to administer certain emergency medications. He said the bill changes the board’s authority from “shall” to “may” so it can verify transcripts, curricula, accreditation, and exam passage. During discussion, Representative Sharp explained his yes vote by noting the bill also adds rescue medications such as glucagon and Solu-Cortef and allows prescribed emergency medications for known conditions in schools. The committee passed the bill with favorable expression. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 16, which would leave decisions about adding fluoride to drinking water to local governing bodies rather than maintaining a state mandate. Supporters, including Representative David Hale, Dr. Jack Call, and Cindy Batson, argued that fluoridation should be a local choice and raised concerns about cost, potential health risks, and the precautionary principle. Opponents, including Dr. Steve Robertson of the Kentucky Dental Association, defended fluoridation as beneficial for preventing tooth decay and warned that local removal decisions could increase Medicaid costs and may not reflect the broader public interest. The transcript provided does not show a final committee vote on House Bill 16 in the excerpt.

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• And those are areas of research for me in my position in public health at NDSU.
• , mental health services, and the justice system.
• In this community, is there a therapist for mental health?
• My apologies, because that's where my brain went first and then my brain got sidetracked.
• Public health units may be.

Keywords: 908, all