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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirement - 04/01/25
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- that's why I'm proud to be the co-author of this legislation, House File 139, to provide pension equity
- that's why I'm proud to be the co-author of this legislation, House File 139, to provide pension equity
- that's why I'm proud to be the co-author of this legislation, House File 139, to provide pension equity
- , provide pension equity for firefighters, police<00:48:08.400><c> officers,</c><00:48:08.800><c> and
- Achievement of intergenerational equity depends on good amortization methodology.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm just curious where we are at with renewable energy on state buildings.
- We had renewable energy deployed on, I think, one of them.
- And I apologize, not just deploying renewable energy, but energy efficiency improvements as well, where
- you can save just as much energy doing that, Mr.
- are great for Senator Steinborn's concerns about energy efficiency optimization.
Bills:
HB1
Committee:
Senate Senate Finance
Keywords:
feed bill, legislative appropriations, legislative branch, New Mexico Legislature, general fund, legislative council service, legislative finance committee, legislative education study committee, house chief clerk, senate chief clerk, per diem, mileage, session expenses, interim committees, district staff, capitol complex, capital outlay data system, legislative processing system, redistricting, census redistricting
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources Jan 15th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And it does that all with energy that's stored within that egg.
- We're harnessing the resources and the energy of a really broad network of partners.
- So just maintain clean energy standards, clean fuel standards, excuse me.
- We're harnessing the resources and the energy of a really broad network of partners.
- We're harnessing the resources and the energy of a really broad network of partners.
Summary:
The committee first received an update from Larry Madsen of the Office of Columbia River on eastern Washington water supply projects. He described the office’s mission to develop new water supplies for in-stream and out-of-stream uses, noting that funded projects have developed more than 800,000 acre-feet of water toward a 1 million acre-foot goal by 2030. He reviewed the four major program areas: the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program, the Walla Walla Water 2050 plan, the Yakima Basin Integrated Plan, and the Icicle Work Group. He highlighted major projects such as East Low Canal work, Springwood Ranch reservoir planning, Bateman Island causeway removal, and Icicle Creek improvements, and emphasized the importance of state, federal, tribal, and nonprofit partnerships and cost-sharing. Senators asked about accelerating the Springwood Ranch study, reservoir sizing and refill potential, and how conservation fits into the Yakima plan.
The committee then heard from Betsy Peabody, Dr. Micah Horwith, and Bill Dewey on the Marine Resources Advisory Council and ocean acidification. They explained that Washington was an early bellwether for ocean acidification impacts, especially on shellfish hatcheries, where low aragonite saturation and changing pH caused major oyster larval mortality. They described the state’s monitoring network, hatchery buffering systems, research partnerships, and adaptation strategies such as kelp co-culture, selective breeding, and native oyster restoration. Testimony stressed that ocean acidification is affecting shellfish, Dungeness crab, razor clams, and even salmon, and that continued state investment, emissions reductions, and nutrient pollution control are needed. Senators asked about differences between native and farmed species, real-time monitoring, and the pH/aragonite thresholds that threaten shellfish production.
Finally, Todd Myers and Pam Lewis of the Washington Policy Center presented concerns about agricultural viability, sustainability, and food security. Lewis said Washington farms are under severe financial pressure, citing negative farm take-home pay, high production and labor costs, and the need to rely more on voluntary programs, tax relief, and labor cost changes. She also argued that food insecurity is rising and that donations to food banks are harder when farms are financially strained. Myers followed with remarks on forest health and salmon recovery, arguing for more active forest management, expanded use of Good Neighbor Authority, and fewer permitting barriers. He also said salmon recovery funding should be locally prioritized and science-based, with regulatory barriers reduced so projects can move faster. The committee then voted to refer Senate Bill 6154, a culvert replacement permitting bill, to the Senate Local Government Committee without recommendation, and the motion passed.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:00 am
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Transcript Highlights:
- Right now, Massachusetts consumers have Clean energy goals.
- Massachusetts has long been a leader in the nation, and in many areas we lead in innovation and energy
- We continue to Many areas we lead in innovation and energy. We're known for setting standards.
- We continue to lead the country in energy policy, energy efficiency programs, and sustainable building
- Improperly serviced, designed, or installed systems can lead to higher energy bills, premature failure
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure held a hearing on late-filed bills and home rule petitions, with both in-person and remote testimony. Committee chairs reviewed logistics for public testimony and then heard a series of bill presentations on topics including nitrous oxide sales, liquor license extensions and alcohol license density, cosmetology licensure compacts, electronic textbooks, HVAC supervisor licensing, and automotive warranty reimbursement rates. Several members asked questions about the public health, consumer protection, economic mobility, and regulatory impacts of the proposals.
Representative John Barrett testified in support of H. 4907, which would regulate the sale of nitrous oxide, arguing it is a public health measure aimed at reducing recreational misuse by young people while preserving legitimate culinary, medical, dental, and industrial uses. Southbridge officials Peg Dean and David Adams supported a local liquor license extension bill, saying delayed revitalization and staffing disruptions from the pandemic-era “Great Resignation” had slowed development and postponed demand for the licenses. MassPack supported H. 4597 to limit new alcohol retail licenses near existing stores after 2026, citing oversaturation and public health concerns, while the committee also heard testimony on a cosmetology compact bill from industry and state-government representatives who said it would improve workforce mobility, especially for military spouses, though members questioned its fee structure and interaction with existing reciprocity rules.
Representative Mindy Domb testified for H. 559, which would create a commission to study electronic textbooks and automatic textbook billing, arguing that digital course materials can limit consumer choice, raise costs, and reduce students’ ability to share or resell materials. Student testimony echoed those concerns. The committee also heard strong support for H. 4719, a bill to create HVAC construction supervisor licensing, from industry witnesses who said it would improve consumer protection, accountability, and clean-energy implementation; and opposition testimony on H. 4019, which would change how auto dealers are reimbursed for warranty work, with dealers supporting a fix to manufacturer reimbursement practices and manufacturers warning the bill would raise costs and allow overpayment. At the end of the hearing, the chairs read the agenda items and the committee adjourned by unanimous voice vote.
VT
Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session - 2026-01-30 - 11:30AM
Vermont Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- Listen to the Resources and Energy.
- 2009 to 2015, as general counsel to Velco from 2016 to 2020, and as general counsel with Franklin Energy
- law, working in multiple roles energy law, working in multiple roles with<00:13:02.399><c> the</c><00
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Government, Elections And Indian Affairs Feb 13th, 2026 at 08:39 am
House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- Antonio with Xcel Energy. We thank the sponsor for making the amendment change.
- I represent the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project. My name is Alex Eubanks.
- Energy efficiency is one of the most dependable ways to lower... ...and to support this bill.
- New Mexico has a very high energy burden. It means... ...bills.
- New Mexico has a very high energy burden.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 10th, 2026 at 07:02 pm
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- House Bill 80, House Energy and Natural Resources Committee substitute for House Bill 80, 233392.1.
- Energy Committee members for their help and support in getting this bill to this committee.
- Matthew Gonzalez, Vice President of State Affairs for Consumer Energy Alliance.
- We've got a due pass for House Energy.
- You've got a due pass for House Energy for House Energy Environment and Natural Resource Committee substitute
Committee:
House House Appropriations & Finance
Keywords:
child care, child care assistance, child care subsidy, early childhood education, early childhood care, daycare, preschool, pre-K, Head Start, Early Head Start, Children's Code, early childhood education and care department, ECECD, child care facilities, licensed child care, registered child care, copayments, waitlist, subsidy, federal poverty level
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Appropriations Committee May 14th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 1011, Energy Utility Use of AI.
- SB 1011, Energy Utility Use of AI.
- SB 1329, Real Property Tax Active Solar Energy System.
- SB 1158, energy reliability planning assessment.
- SB 1158, energy reliability planning assessment.
Summary:
The Senate Appropriations Committee met for a suspense-file hearing and voted only on measures already heard previously, with no public testimony. The chair explained that bills were taken up quickly in author order, with amended bills to be followed by addendum analyses. The committee considered a very large slate of Senate bills and two Assembly measures covering wildfire resilience, housing, insurance, energy, transportation, public safety, elections, health care, labor, environmental regulation, and various administrative and tax issues.
Most measures were approved, many on unanimous or near-unanimous votes, while a substantial number passed on 5-2 or 5-1 party-line votes with Republicans generally voting no. Several bills were amended before passage, including changes to funding contingencies, timelines, reporting requirements, definitions, and removal of certain enforcement or private-right-of-action provisions. A few members noted concerns on specific bills, including Senator Richardson on SB 1203 (private security training), though he said he would vote for it at this stage.
Among the notable actions, the committee advanced bills on wildfire smoke, wildfire recovery, mobile home parks, insurance nonrenewals, AI transparency, data center energy issues, Medi-Cal and health coverage, criminal justice, election administration, housing, and labor/workforce standards. The committee also approved AB 46 and AB 736. No bills were held for testimony because the hearing was vote-only, and the meeting adjourned after all items on the agenda were disposed of.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- is most affordable and specifically at renewable energy options.
- energy, except nuclear energy is not the only solution.
- Nuclear energy is not the only solution. We need to allow counties to consider all of it.
- And it says a comprehensive plan may include designations for mining and energy as well.
- allow for greater use of renewable energy.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Transportation Feb 23rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- the screen, you can see that because electric vehicles are so much more efficient with how they use energy
- More than 6,000 households now have access to cheaper energy costs for transportation, thanks to the
- We have Stephanie Kelt, the senior policy energy specialist and lead at the Office of Renewable Fuels
- Department of Energy, where she was working on the hydrogen hubs program.
- My name is Diane Buterak, and I am the lead for Ecology's Clean Energy Section.
Summary:
The Senate Transportation Committee held a work session on electric vehicles, renewable fuels, hydrogen, and related transportation investments, followed by public hearings on several bills. Agency presenters from WSDOT, Commerce, and Ecology described the Electric Vehicle Coordinating Council’s work, Washington’s slowing EV adoption growth, charging infrastructure gaps, and programs such as NEVI, ZEVIP, and a new medium- and heavy-duty incentive program. Members asked about fast-charging standards and whether higher-capacity chargers could be supported. Commerce also outlined renewable fuels and sustainable aviation fuel efforts, including the Office of Renewable Fuels, hydrogen and SAF modeling, technical assistance, and the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator’s partnerships and funding. WSDOT then discussed hydrogen investments in transit, aviation, backup power, and corridor planning, while Ecology explained the alternative jet fuel programmatic environmental impact statement, its scope, timeline, and how it will support future project review.
In the public hearing on Substitute House Bill 2114, the committee heard testimony supporting a no-fee replacement process for defective license plates within two years of issuance, with optional fee waivers later; the sponsor and county auditors said peeling or unreadable plates are a real customer-service problem, especially in eastern Washington. The hearing on House Bill 2111 concerned allowing the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project toll facility bond retirement account to keep its interest earnings instead of sending them to the general fund; the prime sponsor said it is a straightforward fix requested by the state treasurer. Substitute House Bill 1823 would update Transportation Improvement Board statutes by replacing “non-motorized” with “active transportation” and removing obsolete references; TIB said it is a cleanup bill that aligns statutes with current grant practices and complete streets policy.
The committee also heard House Bill 2495, which would let the City of Seattle direct immediate impoundment of unattended vehicles blocking streetcar operations, similar to existing authority for Sound Transit. Seattle’s streetcar manager said blocked tracks cause frequent delays and that the bill would reduce waits for police authorization and restore service faster. Public testimony and sign-in counts were noted for each bill, but no votes were taken in the transcript, and the meeting concluded after the final public hearing.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Hearing Assembly Human Services and Senate Human Services Aug 19th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- bills, and meet their home energy needs through energy-efficient weatherization and renewable energy
- We offer vocational training in truck driving, and we have a sustainable energy class where people can
- We offer vocational training in truck driving, and we have a sustainable energy class where people can
- mentioned many times before, CSBG funding allows emergency rent support, deposit assistance, Our energy
- experience to prepare for careers in the energy sector.
Summary:
The Senate and Assembly Human Services Committees held a special oversight hearing on California’s 2026-27 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) state plan, a federal anti-poverty funding stream. Committee members opened by citing statewide poverty and homelessness data and said the hearing was meant to review how CSBG dollars are used, how local agencies respond to community needs, and how the state is preparing for possible federal funding cuts. Jason Wimbley of the Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) explained that California’s CSBG network works through 60 organizations in 58 counties, serving about 1.5 million low-income Californians in 2023, and that the state received $68.4 million in federal CSBG funds in fiscal year 2025. He described the program as flexible funding used for housing, employment, education, food, health, transportation, and emergency response, and noted that the federal administration had proposed eliminating CSBG, though the Senate Appropriations Committee had voted to fully fund it for the coming year.
Representatives from the California Community Action Partnership Association and several CSBG-funded agencies described how the program supports local anti-poverty work and leverages other funding. CalCAPA emphasized local flexibility, workforce development, partnerships, and data systems such as ROMA, while also warning that agencies are preparing for possible reductions by tightening budgets, planning staffing contingencies, and seeking private foundation support. Agency witnesses from Contra Costa County, Northern California Indian Development Council, Proteus, and Sacred Heart Community Service described services including housing assistance, food distribution, utility help, employment training, youth programs, and culturally specific services for Native communities and migrant farmworkers. They repeatedly said CSBG is essential because it funds staffing and infrastructure that allow them to braid other grants and serve people who do not qualify for standard safety-net programs.
Members also asked about the impact of federal staffing changes and the Los Angeles fires. Wimbley said federal layoffs had affected some CSD programs but not CSBG administration, and that the department coordinated disaster response with state agencies and used CSBG-funded supply distribution, food, water, clothing, and documentation support during the fires. Witnesses said they were preparing for possible future cuts by diversifying funding, reducing expenses, and considering service changes, while county officials warned that state and federal reductions could not be backfilled locally. During public comment, one speaker urged stronger oversight of community action agencies and raised concerns about transparency and compliance with state law. The chair then thanked the witnesses, emphasized the importance of CSBG for low-income seniors, youth, and people with disabilities, and adjourned the hearing without any votes or formal action taken.
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Mar 11th, 2026
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm the policy manager for Energy Alabama.
- I'm the policy manager for Energy Alabama.
- I'm the policy manager for Energy Alabama.
- Uh, Chairman manager for Energy Alabama.
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance Division I (10/02/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- We have such a the source of our energy.
- Thank you for the correction. funding uh to encourage energy incentive funding uh to encourage energy
- </c> energy programs um for their properties. energy programs um for their properties.
- </c> funds out of the renewable energy fund. funds out of the renewable energy fund.
- ><c> not</c> the renewable energy fund and does not the renewable energy fund and does not go<01:08:59.199
Summary:
The committee opened a work session on 17 retained bills and moved through several measures, often with motions to ought to pass or inexpedient to legislate. House Bill 54, allowing alternative treatment centers to operate for profit, was supported as a way to improve efficiency and potentially lower costs for medical cannabis users, and it was recommended OTP by a 9-0 vote. House Bill 97, an appropriation for wastewater infrastructure, drew mixed views: supporters said the Senate’s reduced funding still met the bill’s intent, while opponents argued the funding was inadequate for critical infrastructure needs; the committee voted 5-4 to ITL. House Bill 111, extending the Right to Know Ombudsman and exempting certain assistance from unauthorized practice of law, was recommended ITL 9-0. House Bill 197, concerning state payment of a portion of local retirement contributions, was discussed as a recurring issue; members noted an amendment could fund it starting in fiscal 2027, but the committee ultimately voted 5-4 to recommend the bill itself rather than ITL. House Bill 215, requiring landfill permit applicants to submit a harms-and-benefits report, was amended to narrow its scope to future privately owned landfills only; the amendment and the bill as amended both passed 9-0. House Bill 216, on workers’ compensation credit toward retirement service, was ITL’d 9-0 after the sponsor said the proposal was too open-ended and could affect unknown numbers of people.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session Mar 6th, 2026 at 12:45 pm
Washington House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Energy Committee amendment, hearing no objection, so ordered.
- The people that buy that energy help...
- We fundamentally transformed our energy economy in this state.
- That's why when you have tariffs on the energy already inherent in the system, you shouldn't have energy-intensive
- What they are trying to do on their land is build a green energy district.
Bills:
HB2720 , HB2073 , HB2487 , SB5816 , SB5919 , SB5831 , SB6137 , SB6244 , SB6044 , SB6132 , SB5109 , SB5877 , SB6258 , HB2720 , HB2073 , HB2487 , SB5816 , SB5919 , SB5831 , SB6137 , SB6244 , SB5420 , SB5868 , SB6044 , SB6132 , SJM8002
Keywords:
behavioral health, emergency services, health insurance, provider access, mental health funding, premium assistance, funding, healthcare, subsidies, insurance tax, state regulation, insurers, taxation, budget impact, juice grapes, agriculture, commerce, market access, fire safety, insurance incentives
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 03/12/26
Environment, Climate, and Legacy
Transcript Highlights:
- And that is used uh to generate energy.
- </c> Recycling and Energy Center in Newport. Recycling and Energy Center in Newport.
- ,</c><00:04:30.640><c> which</c> Washington Recycling and Energy, which Washington Recycling and Energy
- consumption</c><01:22:07.840><c> and</c> assess the energy consumption and assess the energy consumption
- </c><01:22:13.400><c> and</c> cycle of their hardware, the energy and cycle of their hardware, the energy
Committee:
Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- the number of authorized full-time equivalent positions for the Office of Species, Minerals, and Energy
- Coordination, reducing the appropriation to the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources for fiscal year
- Coordination, reducing the appropriation to the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources for fiscal year
- Coordination, reducing the appropriation to the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources for fiscal year
- Coordination, reducing the appropriation to the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources for fiscal year
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
FIN Info Briefing - Thu Jan 15, 2026 @ 9:00 AM HST
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- and securing funding for a solar energy program manager housed within the Hawaii State Energy Office
- 10:55.440><c> climate</c> of a working definition for climate of a working definition for climate equity
- 56.958><c> securing</c><05:10:57.440><c> a</c><05:10:57.600><c> funding</c><05:10:57.920><c> for</c> equity
- as well as securing a funding for equity as well as securing a funding for a<05:10:58.240><c> solar<
- /c><05:10:58.560><c> energy</c><05:10:58.878><c> program</c><05:10:59.200><c> manager</c><05:10:59.600
WV
West Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Senate in Session Mar 13th, 2026 at 05:50 pm
West Virginia Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- development policy and plan for the Office of Energy, with amendments from the Committee on... ...of
- energy development policy and plan for the Office of Energy.
- With amendments from the Committee on Energy, Industry, and Mining pending, now on second reading, having
- Engrossed Committee Substitute for House Bill 5381 relating to developing a comprehensive energy development
- policy and plan for the Office of Energy.
Summary:
The Senate took up a series of House amendments and concurrence motions on several bills. Senate Bill 4 on crimes against public justice was amended to restore a cleaner definition of harassment and then passed 31-2. Senate Bill 59 on voter eligibility and residency requirements was amended with clarifying language on challenges to voter residency, passed 33-0, and made effective January 1, 2027. Senate Bill 104, providing raises for certain state mine inspectors, concurred in a House effective-date change and was made effective July 1, 2026. Senate Bill 200, increasing penalties and fines for assault on certain public service workers, law enforcement officers, and police animals, concurred in a technical House amendment and passed 33-0. Senate Bill 481 on elections concurred in a House effective-date change and was made effective from passage. Senate Bill 531, the First Amendment Preservation Act, was amended to add entities associated with foreign adversaries, passed 31-2, and was made effective July 1, 2026.
The Senate also concurred in House amendments to Senate Bill 641 on above-ground storage tanks, which narrowed the bill by reducing the tank threshold and limiting covered fluids to brine water; it passed 25-8. Senate Bill 645 on surprise billing for ground emergency medical services was amended to reduce the rate from 400% to the current CMS rate of 200% and remove some balance-billing prohibitions; it passed 29-4. Senate Bill 800 on jury service policy was amended to allow certain people with expunged or pardoned convictions to serve on juries and passed 31-2. Senate Bill 878 creating an Office of Entrepreneurship within the Secretary of State’s office had House amendments removing redundant language and increasing flexibility; it passed 30-4 and was made effective July 1, 2026.
The chamber also received a Rules Committee report recommending passage of Engrossed Committee Substitute for House Bill 5381, which concerns developing a comprehensive state energy development policy and plan for the Office of Energy. The bill was advanced to third reading with the right to amend. The Senate then moved through announcements and adjourned until the next day at 11 a.m.
WV
West Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Senate in Session Mar 13th, 2026 at 05:50 pm
West Virginia Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- development policy and plan for the Office of Energy.
- With amendments from the Committee on Energy, Industry and Mining pending, now on second reading, having
- time: engrossed committee substitute for House Bill 5381, relating to developing a comprehensive energy
- development policy and plan for the Office of Energy.
- development policy and plan for the Office of Energy.
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Natural Resources and Environment May 19th, 2026
Natural Resources & Environment
Transcript Highlights:
- Air Products, Blue Energy, Atmos Energy, CF Industries, Blue Works, Blue Point Complex, Clean Hydrogen
- Works, Viper Projects in Ascension, Energy Transfer, Selena Hub in Vernon and Rapides Parish, Energy
- Yeah, actually, so Dustin Davidson, Department of Conservation and Energy.
- So Dustin Davidson, Department of Conservation and Energy, with Executive Counsel Blake Canfield.
- So Dustin Davidson, Department of Conservation and Energy, with Executive Counsel Blake Canfield.
Committee:
House Natural Resources & Environment