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WA
Transcript Highlights:
- A large operating company does not include a health care facility, a health care provider, or a health
- I'm a mom of four, ages one to 15, and a member of Moms Rising. Hello, my name is Celia Gartrell.
- I'm a mom of four, ages one to 15, and a member of Moms Rising.
- Without Medicaid, both would be forced to live in facilities.
- 2100 to raise desperately needed revenue to protect care in Washington so people like my client can age
Keywords:
cash transactions, pennies, currency adjustment, economic impact, consumer protection, tax exemption, governmental transfer, agriculture, land use, property tax, emergency medical services, levies, healthcare funding, local government, taxation, excise tax, large companies, payroll expenses, minimum wage, Well Washington fund
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Local Government Committee Apr 23rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- architects and engineers to self-certify plans for restaurant projects that convert an existing facility
- to a new one. ...plans for restaurant projects that convert an existing facility to a new one.
- And so I want to see what happens with Ag before the floor. Concerns from the Farm Bureau.
- And so I want to see what happens with Ag before the floor.
- because the point of it is around farmers to take into consideration the needs of our farmers and our ag
Summary:
The Assembly Local Government Committee heard a full agenda of bills focused largely on housing, permitting reform, transportation governance, and local government finance. Early in the hearing, AB 24 by Assemblymember DeMaio proposed changing SANDAG board selection to give rural unincorporated areas a stronger voice; members raised concerns about the approach and local input, and the bill ultimately did not receive a second at the time it was heard. The chair later clarified that because no second was made, the bill was held rather than voted out, though the transcript also reflects confusion and later attempts to revisit the item.
Several housing and permitting bills advanced with committee amendments and broad support. AB 671 by Assemblymember Wicks would streamline restaurant permitting through self-certification and faster plan review; AB 920 by Assemblymember Caloza would require a centralized online portal for housing permit tracking in larger jurisdictions; AB 1061 by Assemblymember Kirk Silva would allow SB 9 housing in historic districts with limits to protect historic character; AB 818 by Assemblymember Anamarie Farías would streamline temporary manufactured housing after disasters; AB 660 by Assemblymember Wilson would tighten timelines and remedies for post-entitlement housing permits; AB 1308 by Assemblymember Hoover would allow third-party inspections for small residential projects if local inspections are delayed; and AB 1445 by Assemblymember Haney would expand downtown revitalization financing tools for mixed-use housing. Each of these measures drew support from housing, business, and industry groups, with some local-government and special-district stakeholders seeking continued amendments on certain bills.
The committee also approved AB 1156, which updates the solar use easement program to better accommodate renewable energy development on water-constrained agricultural lands, and AB 964, which would let local governments offset certain state mandate reimbursement debts against amounts the state owes them. AB 1223, by Assemblymember Wynn, would let Sacramento-area transportation authorities propose sales tax measures for portions of the county and keep revenues local; it advanced despite some transportation and taxpayer concerns. Consent items AB 36 and AB 1131 were also approved. Most bills were reported out on bipartisan votes, often with committee amendments and some members noting they would continue working on the measures in later committees.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- legislation but, for example, I defended SB 315 after 2021, which, as you probably remember, raised the age
- Or something similar to say, I do want this, I do want the AG to be able to assert privilege on my behalf
- Texas has long supported small businesses, and in this day and age, online marketplaces are central.
- Thank you so much for being here and thank you all for Thank you for hosting me at your facility.
- I enjoyed getting to visit your offices and your facility last year.
Bills:
HB346, HB1360, HB1510, HB1606, HB1804, HB1805, HB2156, HB2391, HB2767, HB3022, HB3044, HB3272, HB3293, HB3493, HB3809, HB3824, HJR110, HB2463
Keywords:
expedited service, business records, veteran-owned businesses, franchise tax, fee schedule, Texas Ethics Commission, election reporting, campaign finance, violation categorization, penalties, public disclosure, Texas Utilities Code, electric utility, retail electric provider, municipally owned utility, electric cooperative, vegetation management, tree trimming, line clearance, transmission line
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee Mar 25th, 2026
Labor, Public Employment and Retirement
Transcript Highlights:
- We're seeing, and the data also demonstrates, a rise in solo agers, or people aging without a partner
- I used to work in a facility wherein I got paid $150 for a 24-hour shift.
- And with the average age of a journeyperson being in its mid-40s, we have to endeavor to figure out how
- So that's one question for you, but I just want to say I agree on the issue of the youth, the age of
- So that's one question for you, but I just want to say I agree on the issue of the youth, the age of
Summary:
The committee heard and advanced several labor-related bills. SB 1166 would place AC Transit employees under PERB jurisdiction for unfair labor practice disputes; supporters said it would reduce cost and delay compared with court litigation, AC Transit was neutral, there was no opposition, and the bill passed 4-1 and later 4-1 on call. SB 1054 would add wage-data elements to state reporting to improve Medi-Cal and other eligibility verification and strengthen workforce-program data; supporters emphasized reducing administrative burden and improving accountability, and it passed 4-0, later 5-0 on call. SB 1149 would expand bereavement leave to cover a “designated person” and align it with other family-leave laws; it drew broad support from caregiving, LGBTQ+, labor, and advocacy groups, no opposition, and passed 3-0, later 5-0 on call.
The committee also considered SB 909, which would raise and index public works contractor registration fees and prevailing-wage penalties and direct more penalty revenue to enforcement. Supporters argued it would deter wage theft and fund enforcement staffing, while contractor groups warned it would raise costs, increase uncertainty, and not solve staffing delays; the bill passed 2-1 and later 4-1 on call. SB 1132 would require a standardized know-your-rights curriculum through the workforce development system; supporters said workers need rights education at job-entry points, especially immigrants and other vulnerable workers, and the bill passed 3-1, later 4-1 on call.
SB 1241 sought to strengthen enforcement of skilled-and-trained workforce requirements on public works projects by defining substantial compliance, limiting repeated reliance on compliance plans, and increasing accountability for reporting failures. Labor supporters said it would close loopholes and protect apprenticeship-trained workers, while contractor groups argued the market lacks enough qualified workers and that the bill could increase penalties and debarment risk; after extended debate it passed 4-1. Finally, SB 1038 would require CalPERS to notify unions when employer audits are initiated so they can assist members facing repayment or pension adjustments; supporters said it would help workers navigate audit consequences, there was no opposition, and it passed 4-0 before the committee adjourned.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- This legislation allows the Healer Regional Medical Center to replace their aging linear accelerator,
- that doesn't belong in this part of the bill, or flag other issues like I'm going to talk about the AG
- kids. ...forms that people were looking at to lessen the need for school-age kids to need child care
- It's one of the big areas. 242 is where you're funding the medical school, a new big facility at NMSU
- I've been showing up at their facilities, whether it's the local Water Association.
Keywords:
telecommunications, low-income assistance, lifeline, broadband, rural broadband, universal service fund, public regulation commission, PRC, 911 surcharge, telecommunications relay service, VoIP, mobile service, internet affordability, digital equity, digital inclusion, rural internet, broadband infrastructure, eligible telecommunications carrier, ETC, tribal consent
Summary:
The committee first set aside Senate Bill 247 because the Attorney General and bill sponsor were not present. It then heard Senate Bill 190, which would authorize bonding to help Healer Regional Medical Center in rural southwest New Mexico replace an aging linear accelerator used for cancer radiation treatment. The sponsor and hospital representatives said the equipment is at end of life and that replacing it would keep patients from having to travel long distances for care. The committee adopted a friendly amendment adding an emergency clause, but members then questioned the financing, noting the $5.7 million cost, the lack of local matching funds, and the fact that the equipment’s useful life is only about 10 years while the proposed bonds would run for 30 years.
After extended discussion about interest costs and timing, committee members explored alternatives to reduce the state’s borrowing burden, including using existing rural health care funds, federal grant money, or structuring a county lease arrangement rather than issuing bonds. The bill was left pending while staff and the sponsor were asked to look into those options and report back. The committee also briefly heard from the Department of Justice about concerns raised by the Public Education Department regarding Gallup-McKinley and online learning companies; DOJ said investigations were ongoing but it could not say whether a lawsuit would be filed. Members expressed concern about possible large liabilities and discussed bringing the Attorney General and PED Secretary back in executive session.
The meeting then shifted to House Bill 2 and related budget matters. Staff walked members through numerous line items, flagging some as potentially duplicative, unspent, or in need of further review, including attorney general litigation funds, rural health, education, transportation, tourism, energy, and economic development items. The committee adopted the “grow” spreadsheet after members said they had reviewed it, and then discussed reserve targets. Staff presented several scenarios to raise reserves from about 26.7% toward the 27.5% target, including cuts to natural resource, environmental, higher education, and transportation appropriations. Members generally favored a flexible “scenario five” approach and were reluctant to sweep older capital outlay projects immediately, preferring to wait until the capital outlay changes bill is resolved. The committee planned to continue the budget discussion the next morning.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jan 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- This is... there's a handling reports on red, then after that it says restrictions on daycare facilities
- Slightly more women than men are enrolled, and our enrollments are book-ended by those under age 18 and
- those age 55 to 64.
- If you look at a pre-retirement-age couple, maybe age 60—sorry, that family of four makes about $130,000
- ; apologies for the misstatement there—the pre-retirement couple age 60, they are the ones that make
Summary:
The committee reviewed several Idaho Department of Health and Welfare rule dockets under zero-based rule review. For the Idaho Reportable Disease Rules, department staff said the revisions mainly reduce duplication and shorten the chapter, while adding viral hemorrhagic fevers and lowering the lead-poisoning reporting threshold from 5 to 3.5 micrograms per deciliter. Members questioned whether stricken language on records access, daycare restrictions, inspection authority, and reporting duties changed policy; staff and the state epidemiologist said the edits were mostly consolidations or removals of language already covered by statute or federal law, and that no substantive reporting requirements were intended to change. Concerns were also raised about limited time to review the large docket, public notice, and trust in the department’s explanations.
The committee approved the radiation control rules, which were described as being reduced by about 70 percent, with incorporation by reference removed and a new requirement that out-of-state licensees register within 30 days. It also approved the docket on use and disclosure of department records, which staff said simply removes repeated references to the Idaho Public Records Act, HIPAA, and other governing authorities without changing what records are protected. The reportable disease docket drew the most discussion; after debate over whether the rule changes were merely cosmetic and how statutory changes affect rules, a substitute motion to hold the docket for one week was adopted on a 5-9 roll call vote, with the docket set for reconsideration on February 3.
Later in the meeting, the committee received Your Health Idaho’s annual report. Executive Director Pat Kelly said the exchange remained financially self-sustaining, had no state funding, and continued to post record enrollment, with more than 144,000 Idahoans selecting plans during open enrollment 2026. He said most enrollees receive tax credits, but the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits drove affordability concerns, increased disenrollment, and shifted many consumers into lower-cost bronze plans. Members asked about plan changes, enrollment math, assessment fee revenue, and the effect of premium increases versus the loss of enhanced subsidies. Kelly said the exchange’s net premium increases were driven mostly by the subsidy expiration, and the committee adjourned after the report.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Aug 28th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- year from a constituent of mine, a very proud eight-year-old constituent who competed starting at the age
- Merman of Sacramento passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 85.
- He played football through high school and had many friends at an early age. Thank you.
- Fran passed away last March at the age of 86. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1938.
- Today, I rise to adjourn in memory of Alejandro Luna, who passed away on May 4, 2025, at the age of 46
Summary:
The Assembly met after a quorum call, prayer, and pledge, with members observing a moment of silence for the Minnesota tragedy mentioned by the Speaker. The chamber then moved quickly through a large daily file, taking up many Senate amendments and third-reading measures, with most bills passing by wide margins or unanimously. Early procedural actions included returning AB 1308 to the Senate, rescinding action on SB 863, and later taking up several resolutions and bills on concurrence and third reading.
Among the main policy items, members adopted AJR 8 on temporary protected status after debate over immigration policy, and AJR 19 urging opposition to dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. The Assembly also adopted ACR 112 recognizing September as Deaf Awareness Month, with several members speaking in support of the deaf community and accessibility. Other notable measures included bills on water reclamation and Colorado River Aqueduct maintenance (AB 580), telehealth (AB 688), housing approvals and ADU enforcement/cleanup (AB 920, SB 9, SB 543), pension and retirement rules (SB 301), volunteer fire department tax exemptions (SB 87), dementia training for home care aides (SB 412), and a San Francisco public-safety measure on stolen goods resale (SB 276), which drew opposition over permitting and criminalization concerns.
The Assembly also passed or concurred in a number of Senate bills dealing with local government finance and infrastructure, public contracts, the Delta, fairgrounds compensation, and San Francisco liquor licenses, as well as AJR 3 on Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. Most measures were approved on roll-call votes with few no votes; SB 227 and SB 276 were urgency measures and received the required two-thirds support. The consent calendar was adopted unanimously, and the day concluded with several adjournment-in-memory tributes, including remembrances of former Assembly staffer Lawrence Merman, Jeff Brady, Fran Urcini, and Alejandro Luna, before the House adjourned until the next morning.
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Apr 16th, 2025 at 12:30 pm
North Dakota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We have young people; we have them at all different ages.
- Second, any pesticide registered with the Ag Commissioner or the U.S.
- The company has been successful and is still registered to this day for ag producers.
- The North Dakota Ag Coalition voted in support. I will always stand with our ag producers.
- When we heard House Bill 1318 in the House Ag Committee, that was back in January.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, roll call, and a quorum present, then took up several procedural motions, including suspending House rules for three legislative days and replacing conference committee members on Senate Bill 2282 and SCR 4007. The chamber also recognized visiting student groups from Grafton/Pleasant Valley and Shiloh School. Later, the House agreed to several conference committee reports and moved a number of measures through final passage or final disposition.
House Bill 1428, which would have created a sales tax exemption for clothing sold by thrift stores or nonprofit corporations, drew extensive debate over tax policy, revenue loss, and possible conflicts with streamlined sales tax rules. Supporters argued it would help lower-income shoppers and nonprofit thrift stores, while opponents said it created an unfair advantage and could reduce state and local revenue. The conference report was adopted, but the bill ultimately failed on final vote, 37-54. House Bill 1440, relating to cigar lounges, was amended in conference and then passed 75-17. House Bill 1460, concerning adult foster care for private-pay adults, electronic monitoring, and a legislative study, was also adopted and passed overwhelmingly, 91-1.
The House then passed Senate Bill 2224, which revises gaming commission structure and gaming stamp requirements, adds Attorney General enforcement provisions, and includes a $25,000 general fund appropriation, by a vote of 88-0. Senate Bill 2327, which expands uses of the agriculture diversification and development fund and appropriates $15 million to it, passed 74-17 after a member was excused from voting due to a personal interest. Senate Bill 2267, creating a regulatory framework for on-site wastewater treatment systems and shifting licensing authority to the Department of Environmental Quality, passed 82-10, and Senate Bill 2276, addressing joint water resource boards for cross-county projects, passed 90-1.
The most contentious debate centered on Senate Bill 2160, which would move the state employee health plan from grandfathered status to a non-grandfathered ACA-compliant plan and appropriate about $6.6 million for the transition. Supporters said it would give the PERS board more flexibility, expand preventive and other benefits, and potentially slow premium growth without charging employees premiums. Opponents warned it could raise out-of-pocket costs, add mandated benefits, and shift costs to employees, while also arguing the bill had not been adequately studied. After extended debate, the House passed SB 2160 by a vote of 55-37. The chamber also concurred in Senate amendments to House Bill 1318, a pesticide labeling bill, and placed it on final passage, but the transcript ends before the final vote on that measure.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session May 14th, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- most deadly forms of cancer and are the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in children under the age
- Children under the age of 19.
- Whereas the Commonwealth is home to several major facilities that focus on research to find better treatments
Summary:
The Senate opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and then adopted a resolution offered by Senator Crichton commending the National Brain Tumor Society for recognizing May 26, 2026 as Brain Tumor Awareness Month. The resolution highlighted the seriousness of brain tumors, cited expected diagnosis and mortality figures, noted Massachusetts research institutions involved in related work, and was adopted by voice vote.
The Senate then took up several local matters. It passed to be engrossed a Dartmouth bill authorizing an additional off-premises alcohol license and a Westwood charter bill. The chamber also suspended Joint Rule 12 to refer several House petitions to the appropriate committees. Later, the Senate passed to be enacted an amended Andover bill regulating the number of registered voters who may petition for a special town meeting, along with bills amending the Plymouth town charter and authorizing an additional off-premises alcohol license in Pembroke; these were ordered signed and sent to the Governor.
At the close of business, Senator Tarr offered and the Senate adopted an order to adjourn in memory of Joseph Elliott McKekney of Gloucester. The senator gave a tribute describing McKekney’s Coast Guard service, later work in LNG shipping and community involvement, and his family life. The Senate observed a moment of silence and then adjourned to meet again on Monday at 11:00 a.m.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Energy, Utilities, Environment and Climate - 03/19/25
Energy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate
Transcript Highlights:
- And we have a number of aging pipelines here in Minnesota.
- </c><00:02:15.599><c> pipelines</c> And we have a number of aging pipelines And we have a number of aging
- </c><00:19:34.080><c> including</c> abandoning pipeline facilities including abandoning pipeline facilities
- </c> our most efficient biodeiesel facilities our most efficient biodeiesel facilities that<01:08:38.319
- Um, definitely the efficiencies at our facilities in the production.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Utilities and Energy Committee Jul 1st, 2026
Utilities and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- For example, power plants, oil wells, and wind and solar facilities.
- place for certain kinds of facilities on the day they begin operating.
- Again, you know, hazardous waste facility closure plans kick in the day a facility begins operating.
- And so we have been planning for those facilities already to be closed.
- So we don't have any recommendations to extend those facilities. That's great news.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- ABLE account, up from the previous age limit of 26.
- ABLE account, up from the previous age limit of 26.
- Maybe we still, you know, there's facilities. be on this.
- Page 243 is the Precision Health and Ag Science.
- for a facility that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 1371, Commerce Authority Qualified Facility Definition.
- SB 1477, Assisted Living Facilities Referral Agents. SB 1478, Liquor Policies Procedures.
- want to thank the governor for having the courage to literally, figuratively—not literally—say the AG
Summary:
The Senate opened with prayer, the pledge of allegiance, and an electronic roll call showing 26 members present and four excused. The journal for January 29, 2026, was approved, and the chamber recognized Lucid Motors Day at the Capitol, highlighting the company’s Arizona operations, investment, and job creation. The Senate also received a gubernatorial nomination for Troy L. Campbell to the State Liquor Board, which was referred to the Committee on Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency.
A large number of bills were introduced and read for the first time, covering topics such as commerce, E-Verify, municipal self-certification, voter registration text notices, immigration enforcement training, school eligibility and testing, campaign finance, vulnerable adults, temporary vehicle plates, tribal flags, water projects, public works apprenticeships, housing and water supply, special plates, controlled substances research, and election-related resolutions. One bill, SB 1429, was further referred to the Committee on Finance. The Senate also placed many measures on second reading, including bills on roads, labor and collective bargaining, tax relief, education data, assisted living, liquor policy, public pensions, housing, utilities, and election and redistricting proposals.
The President noted that it was the final day to submit bills by the 5:00 p.m. deadline and announced upcoming caucus and committee meetings for February 3. During a personal privilege statement, the Majority Leader criticized the Attorney General’s recent remarks as dangerous and confusing, argued she should retract them, and said elected officials should lower the temperature around rhetoric that could contribute to violence. The Senate then adjourned by motion until Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:15 p.m.
AZ
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Tourism, and Economic Development Mar 24th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- CHANGES THE TRAFFIC LAW AND ABUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM THROUGH THE KEY CHANGES APPLICANTS FOR DL 18 YEARS OR AGE
- SENATE BILL 662 ON TRANSPORTATION FACILITY DESIGNATIONS. HARRY FIRST STREET BY SENATOR DAVIS.
- WE ARE ON TAP 2 SB 706 ON TRANSPORTATION FACILITY DESIGNATIONS.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate Chamber Feb 14th, 2026 at 12:23 pm
New Mexico Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- This is not a generator on some facility somewhere as backup power.
- In this situation, down south, an artificial intelligence facility.
- In this situation, down south, an artificial intelligence facility.
- Also, about your bill, it says hydropower facilities. Where is a hydropower facility in New Mexico?
- There is natural gas available to fuel the facility.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Mar 24th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- to include that this only relates to retail gas stations within five miles of a motorsport racing facility
- It needs to be heard in the Ag Committee.
- This bill is for grants that serve our youngest learners from birth to age 3 at the Metro Deaf School
- . of our youngest learners from birth to age 3 at the Metro Deaf School.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Children have rights even though they're not above the age of 18.
- My name is Julie Ravenholt, and I was in foster care in Region 3 for roughly three years and aged out
- The home functioned more like a group facility than a family environment.
- And so House Bill 759 does is reduce the amount of money that is currently going to RESHAB facilities
- What this would look like in your facility? Like how would this actually work?
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- In 2020, when the new purpose-built facility was built out in Leander, Texas, and that facility houses
- Yeah, the security measures that are in place at the facility are... Impressive.
- They were responsible for building the facility.
- They were responsible for the construction of the facility, and due to the security measures in place
- They've not been concerned about the age either or the fiscal note.
Keywords:
SB 524, Texas franchise tax, veteran-owned business, new veteran-owned business, business tax exemption, filing fee exemption, Tax Code Chapter 171, Business Organizations Code, Comptroller, small business, veterans, entrepreneurship, tax repeal, privilege tax, beginning date, franchise tax exemption, severance tax, oil, gas, restimulation wells
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 2 on Human Services Feb 25th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- be impacted by implementation of the time limit, California currently has about 2.7 million adults age
- Adults age 55 to 64, who make up just 10% of the overall CalFresh caseload, represent about 31% of those
- And that is also the age range of the expanded parameters under H.R. 1, coincidentally.
- cuts, I wanted to get a little bit more clarification on what it means for your employees, for the ag
- January this year, ICE has detained more than 5,000 Californians in for-profit private detention facilities—facilities