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ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Feb 11th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Just for a comment, I was supportive of this bill. I was supportive of the original motion.
- So I won't be in support of Representative Furman's substitute motion and do intend to support the original
- I am here in support of House Bill 550.
- I live over an hour from the nearest hospital with maternity services, as do many of the families that
- Thank you for the opportunity to support, or to express my support of HB 550.
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 528, which would codify the ability for patients to use self-donated or directed donor blood under federal testing and collection guidelines. Representative Chris Bruce said the bill was intended to ensure Idaho patients have that option in state law after some hospitals or facilities had denied requests. Supporters testified that the bill protects patient autonomy, religious freedom, and medical choice, and described personal experiences where directed donation was difficult or impossible to arrange in Idaho. Opponents, including representatives from Vitalant and the Red Cross, said directed and autologous donations are already available when medically indicated, that the bill addresses a problem that does not exist, and that it could add cost, complexity, and strain to an already severe blood shortage without improving safety. After debate over terms such as “detrimental” and “gross negligence,” a substitute motion to send the bill to amending order failed 7-9, and the original motion to send HB 528 to the House floor with a do pass recommendation passed 7-6.
The committee then approved a rules docket for the Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s Business Enterprise Program, which updates and streamlines rules governing vending and food service facilities operated by blind entrepreneurs. The committee next took up House Bill 550, a midwifery bill updating Idaho’s existing statute to allow licensed midwives to administer additional medications within their training and scope of practice. The sponsor and several midwives, nurses, and other supporters said the changes would modernize outdated law, improve care in rural areas, reduce unnecessary hospital transfers, and better address postpartum hemorrhage and other maternal or neonatal needs. One testifier described a tragic homebirth outcome and urged stronger safety limits, while the Idaho Medical Association said it had worked with the sponsor on compromise language.
At the sponsor’s request, HB 550 was held in committee and the related revised RS was moved forward. The committee then approved RS-33-250, which incorporated agreed-upon changes defining a formulary and protocol and clarifying maternal and neonatal care language, sending it to the second reading calendar with a do pass recommendation. The meeting adjourned after completing the agenda.
CA
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Mar 19th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The Jackson 3 Foundation supports children and families who have recently experienced traumatic losses
- He continued that not all families are fortunate enough to have love and support, and they depend on
- support professionals needed to provide services right now.
- Play supports physical health, reduces stress, and strengthens relationships within families and local
- Ray carried forward a proud family legacy of union service and remained deeply committed to standing
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- Okay, next up we have, um, for GM 565, we have Ryan Yamman, Department of Human Services, in support.
- Here on behalf of Ryan Yaman, Director of the Department of Human Services, we stand in strong support
- So, on behalf of GM689, we have Beverly Gotautley of PA in support, Gary Simon, Hawaii Family Caregiver
- </c><00:24:50.799><c> uh</c> supporting families and kids and uh supporting families and kids and uh
- </c> support. Jennifer Wang Hall in support. support. Jennifer Wang Hall in support.
Summary:
The Health and Human Services Committee heard a series of gubernatorial nominations, primarily to the State Rehabilitation Council, the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs (PABEA), the Hawaii State LGBTQ+ Commission, and the Center for Nursing Advisory Board. Nominees included Patrick Gartside, Judith Daniels, James Montgomery (not present), Christine Park, Tammy Napoleon, Scott Spelina, Roy Katsuda, and Dr. Sylvia Rom. Each nominee described their background and why they wanted to serve, with recurring themes of disability advocacy, vocational rehabilitation, nursing workforce development, elder issues, and LGBTQ+ health and community support. Department of Human Services and Executive Office on Aging representatives generally testified in strong support of the nominees and emphasized their qualifications and relevance to the boards’ missions.
Members and agency witnesses also discussed substantive policy issues during the nominations. For PABEA nominee Scott Spelina, the committee asked about a bill involving strict liability and elder abuse-related criminal penalties; Spelina supported the approach, saying it would be easier to enforce and better protect seniors. For other nominees, testimony highlighted the need for stronger rehabilitation services, qualified vocational rehabilitation counselors, adult education partnerships, and nursing recruitment and retention, especially on Kauaʻi. Dr. Sylvia Rom’s nomination drew broad support from commission members and community supporters, with testimony focusing on LGBTQ+ health, gender-expansive youth, and intersectional advocacy.
No final votes were taken during the hearing. The chair repeatedly stated that decision-making would be deferred until later in the calendar, and in some cases until the nominee was present or quorum was available. One nomination, James Montgomery, was skipped because he was not present on Zoom, and Kevin Nakamura’s nomination was also deferred to a later date. The committee accepted written and oral testimony and generally moved through the nominations without questions from members.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Jobs and Economic Development - 03/23/26
Jobs and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- I think we all are of supportive services and working with these other um supportive services as well
- I think we all are of supportive services and working with these other um supportive services as well
- </c><00:19:41.440><c> we</c> supportive service dollars and we supportive service dollars and we leverage
- </c><00:21:00.480><c> services</c> think we all are of supportive services think we all are of supportive
- /c><00:21:06.400><c> people</c> supportive services as well so people supportive services as well so
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
January 15, 2025 - 09:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- And as a result, we lost the ability to support the families who most desperately need our support.
- It's only supporting the first homebuyer.
- It was thank you for your service.
- So we are a full-service city where we have revenue from utility services, from other business areas,
- We are providing families with hope.
Summary:
The committee met to hear a panel on workforce and attainable housing, with presentations from Florida Housing Finance Corporation, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity, Wendover Housing Partners, the City of Tallahassee, and Escambia County. Speakers described how state and local tools such as SHIP, the Live Local Act, land trusts, accessory dwelling units, infill development, and public-private partnerships are being used to expand housing supply and preserve long-term affordability. Several panelists emphasized that housing demand is rising across income levels, that workforce households often need subsidy to buy or rent, and that housing location, transportation access, and proximity to jobs and services are critical. They also highlighted challenges including rising construction costs, limited land, insurance, NIMBY opposition, and the need for more flexible financing tools and employer participation.
Members asked about area median income thresholds, whether current programs are reaching the households most in need, and what additional tools might help. Florida Housing said its traditional rental programs generally serve households at or below 60% AMI, while need is increasingly reaching up to 80% AMI statewide and higher in some regions; staff also provided examples of AMI levels by county. Other discussion focused on the impact of local government opt-outs, tax abatements, corporate ownership of single-family homes, insurance costs, Fortified construction standards, and whether bonuses or other income calculations can unintentionally disqualify applicants. Panelists urged more political will, more local flexibility, and additional incentives for employers and landowners to support housing near jobs.
The committee also used an anonymous interactive polling exercise, and members identified partnerships, SHIP funding, local government action, cost, and insurance as key issues. In closing, the chair said the committee would continue a member-driven process and likely hold a workshop on housing-related topics. No formal votes or bills were taken up in the meeting, and the session adjourned after the discussion.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Families and Children.(2-24-26)
Families & Children
Transcript Highlights:
- Services.
- So with this resolution, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and KDLA, we can expand enrollment
- </c> Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Cabinet for Health and Family Services.
- </c><00:10:09.040><c> Services</c> Cabinet for Health and Family Services Cabinet for Health and Family
- </c> really appreciate your support. really appreciate your support.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee 11/19/25
Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> provide additional support. provide additional support.
- And that code that describes the services has to be supported by a diagnosis code, an ICD-10 code that
- </c> services, um the uh the services services, um the uh the services themselves<00:59:10.960><c> will
- the services has to be supported<00:59:19.599><c> by</c><00:59:20.799><c> uh</c><00:59:21.040><c> a<
- :04:25.520><c> external</c> service provider it's an external service provider it's an external service
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jul 2nd, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Those dollars belong in our classrooms, supporting teachers, special education, and mental health services
- I too rise in support of SR 67.
- I too rise in support of SR 67.
- I saw families reunited.
- And which made it strong: faith, personal responsibility, hard work, family, service, and a love of country
Summary:
The Senate opened with a ceremonial Independence Day observance featuring a prayer, color guard, Pledge of Allegiance, and a performance of the national anthem by Philo Abit, followed by acknowledgments of the event organizers and the California Military Department’s flyover. The body then moved to business, beginning with Assembly Bill 126, the education budget trailer bill. Senator Laird described major education investments, including a 4.31% LCFF COLA, increased special education funding, teacher pipeline support, universal school meal funding, kitchen infrastructure grants, homelessness support, and pregnancy disability leave for K-12 teachers. Senators Nilo and Choi opposed the bill, criticizing Proposition 98 funding maneuvers and transparency concerns, while Senator Perez supported it as a historic investment. The bill passed on a 28-8 vote.
The Senate then adopted Senate Resolution 67, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Senators from both parties spoke at length about patriotism, the nation’s founding ideals, immigration, civil rights, and the need to acknowledge America’s historical injustices while celebrating its democratic promise. The resolution passed unanimously, 36-0. The chamber also confirmed Jesse Melgar, Tom Epstein, Joseph Williams, and Mark Beckley to or for reappointment to state boards and departments, each by unanimous or near-unanimous votes.
Later, the Senate concurred in Assembly amendments to SB 830, a Bay Area regional ballot-measure administration bill, after supportive remarks from Senators Arreguín and Cortese; the concurrence passed on a 29-4 vote. The consent calendar was then approved, with one item later reconsidered and removed. The session concluded with an adjournment in memory of former Madera County Supervisor Max Rodriguez, whose public service and community leadership were praised, and with remarks from the President Pro Tem reflecting on the Independence Day observance before the Senate recessed and announced its next meeting date.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 063 Mar 18th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We appreciate your service and support. Welcome to the Senate. Let's clap it up for him.
- service members and their families, offering support to veterans and military caregivers, and ensuring
- We appreciate your service and support. Welcome to the Senate. Let's clap it up for him.
- service members and their families, offering support to veterans and military caregivers, and ensuring
- service members and their families, offering support to veterans and military caregivers, and ensuring
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 5 on State Administration Mar 4th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- And it also had gift cards for food. so that they could have dignity in supporting their families.
- You can't support your family, you can't keep your health insurance.
- of the California Filament Tax Credit, an incentive that will directly support working-class families
- Strong support.
- It really does support our family and many of the families that work with us and for us.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/03/26
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> professional services. professional services.
- This is around the services we're paying for through fee for service.
- This is around the services we're paying for through fee for service.
- </c> same services. same services.
- </c> of services. Is that what that means? of services. Is that what that means?
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
JDC, JDC Public Hearings 04-21-2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, in support. Valerie McElvey in support. Uh, Magdalena Bajon in support.
- My parents both worked two jobs to support my family, and in doing so, they taught me what dedication
- . support. support.
- So, we need support services to send them to. Thank you very much. Members, other questions?
- So, we need we need support services services services to<00:48:19.160><c> send</c><00:48:19.359><c>
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee heard Governor’s Messages 796 and 797, both judicial confirmation nominations, but announced at the outset that no votes would be taken that day. The committee said it would hold the vote the next day in Room 225. For GM 796, Annalisa M. Bernard Lee was nominated to serve as circuit court judge for the Second Circuit (Maui) for a 10-year term. Supporters included former Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald, former judges, attorneys, and the Hawaii State Bar Association, all describing her as fair, hardworking, experienced on both criminal and civil matters, and active in the legal community. Judge Lee testified about her background as a Maui native, former public defender and prosecutor, and current district court judge, and said her experience on all sides of the courtroom shaped her commitment to fairness and access to justice. Senators asked about diversion, sentencing repeat offenders, and the role of a circuit court judge; Lee said she would consider cases individually, support diversion and pretrial collaboration where appropriate, and use judicial power to address underlying problems when possible.
For GM 797, Michael K. Soong was nominated to the Fifth Circuit Court for Kauai and Niihau. Former Chief Justice Recktenwald and other supporters praised his long legal career, including service as a prosecutor, district court judge, and acting chief judge during a period when Kauai lacked a full-time circuit judge. They emphasized his courtroom control, common sense, community ties, and willingness to take on extra judicial committee work. Soong testified that he had served as a district court judge since 2017 and had recently been handling circuit court duties, including civil, criminal, and jury trial matters. He described the differences between district and circuit court, his experience presiding over complex trials, and his support for specialty courts such as drug court, veterans court, and mental health calendars. The Hawaii State Bar Association said it found him qualified after its review. No votes were taken on either nomination during this hearing.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Jan 16th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm proud to stand in support of this resolution and will do my part I'm proud to stand in support of
- , service, and civil participation.
- Our condolences to the family.
- Our condolences to the family.
- friends, his football family, his basketball family, and by the community that knew and loved him.
Summary:
The Senate met with a quorum present, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and handled routine announcements and motions, including unanimous consent to print a letter in the journal. The main item on the floor was Senate Concurrent Resolution 107 honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support, emphasizing King’s legacy of nonviolence, civil rights, economic justice, solidarity across communities, and the need to continue his work amid current concerns about discrimination, immigration enforcement, and threats to civil liberties. Senator Richardson closed on the resolution, and the roll was called; SCR 107 was adopted.
After the resolution, the Senate moved to adjournment memorials. Senator Pérez requested adjournment in memory of Alhambra Police Department Officer Alex Sanders, describing his service, family, and death in a duty-related car pursuit accident. Senator McGuire then honored Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead, highlighting his musical legacy, Bay Area roots, and charitable work. Senator Becker and Senator Laird added remarks about Weir’s cultural impact and the Grateful Dead’s place in California history.
The Senate also adjourned in memory of the victims of a Stockton mass shooting, with Senator McNerney and Senator Alvarado-Gil speaking about the lives of the four young victims, including children and a teenager, and condemning gun violence. The Pro Tem closed by reflecting on the day’s themes of justice, loss, and civic responsibility, and announced the Senate would reconvene on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 2 p.m.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> folks to support it. Thank you. folks to support it. Thank you.
- </c><00:44:54.720><c> the</c><00:44:54.880><c> rules</c> I support I support suspending the rules I support
- </c> So, I urge a vote support on this bill. So, I urge a vote support on this bill.
- </c><01:10:20.719><c> are</c> Workers for long-term services are immigrants who care for our family members
- Does the governor support this?
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> without affecting services. without affecting services.
- </c> military families? military families?
- </c> far more families in need. far more families in need.
- </c> a reasonable value of the that service. a reasonable value of the that service.
- </c><06:33:23.680><c> the</c> families when they need the support the families when they need the support
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force Jun 24th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force
Transcript Highlights:
- Medications, behavioral supports, and practical supports.
- But you talk about peer services or family support services or trauma-informed care.
- And I heard you say that peer support services in your mind are a very effective form of treatment.
- Miller was talking about—emergency room settings, family medicine, OBGYN services, internal medicine.
- And I think for some of those individuals that still have family support, that still have the ability
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- their families.
- </c> business and support their families. business and support their families.
- </c> for essential services is immense. for essential services is immense.
- Services estimated that over seven years the general fund spending for mental health services totaled
- </c><01:07:39.440><c> and</c><01:07:40.240><c> support</c> meet uh services and support meet uh services
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> support this legislation and Mr. support this legislation and Mr.
- </c><00:28:48.320><c> It</c> families. The families get a rebate. It families.
- Bill, thank you for your example of service and your commitment to family and community.
- service and your commitment to family of service and your commitment to family and<01:59:20.719><c> community
- Thank you and I yield back. service. We are proud of you and we are service.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nomination of Kelly Loeffler, of Georgia, to be Administrator of the Small Business Administration. Jan 29th, 2025 at 02:30 pm
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- I want to take a minute to recognize some of your family here supporting you today.
- And in your families' lives.
- And thank you to your family and those who are here to support you.
- Our veterans and transitioning service members receive the tailored support they need.
- can better support our veterans.