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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee Jan 12th, 2026
Business, Professions and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- I think the general public is looking to clear. time and I support it 150 percent. Thank you.
- Is Richard Markison for the Western Electrical Contractors Association also in support?
- Subcontractors come in and a general contractor is unlicensed or, for some reason, removed from the job
Summary:
The Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee heard three bills. SB 849 by Senator Weber Pearson would address physician sexual misconduct by clarifying that physicians or surgeons who committed specified sexual offenses against patients cannot petition for license renewal, and by requiring automatic revocation in certain misconduct-related cases, including where a license was surrendered, revoked, or the person was convicted or required to register as a sex offender. Support came from the California Medical Association and the American College of OBGYN; there was no opposition in the room. The bill was moved do pass to Appropriations on an 8-0 vote, then later confirmed out on call.
SB 96 by Senator Umberg would extend California’s advertising-volume rules to streaming services, podcasts, and similar content by requiring ads to be kept at the ambient level of the surrounding content. The author said the bill was inspired by a child awakened by loud streaming ads and argued it would update the earlier CALM Act for modern media. There was no support or opposition testimony in the room. The committee discussed how the rule might affect platforms operating statewide or nationally, and the bill passed do pass on a 9-0 vote, then was confirmed out on call.
SB 342 by Senator Umberg, the Contractors Licensure Fairness Act, would allow contractors to recover payment for work performed while licensed even if they were unlicensed for part of a project, while still barring payment for unlicensed days and preserving existing prohibitions on starting work without a license. Supporters, including representatives of the California Conference of Carpenters, State Building and Construction Trades, and contractor associations, argued the current law can be overly punitive and can create windfalls for owners when a technical lapse is discovered later. Committee members raised concerns about consumer protection, burden of proof, and whether the bill could create loopholes, but the author and supporters said existing protections remain and the bill is intended to be proportional. The bill passed do pass to Judiciary on a 9-0 vote and was later confirmed out on call to Appropriations.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- We show you registered as Jennifer Jones on behalf of the Texas General Land Office and the School Land
- I'm Jennifer Jones, the Chief Clerk and Deputy Land Commissioner of the General Land Office.
- I appreciate you having me here today to give you a brief overview of the General Land Office (GLO) as
- In 1836, the first official act of the Republic of Texas was establishing the General Land Office to
- I'm General Counsel with the Texas Municipal League.
Committee:
House Land & Resource Management
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 16th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Before that, she was the Inspector General for the Independent Office of Department of Human Services
- Before that, she was the Inspector General for the Independent Office of Audits and Investigations at
- As a second-generation farmworker, I learned at a young age of the legacy of the United Farm Workers
- Heat pumps are highly efficient, all-electric HVAC and water-heater appliances, roughly three times more
- In 1961, she moved to San Francisco and worked as a nurse at San Francisco General Hospital until her
Summary:
The Senate opened with a quorum, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then moved through several gubernatorial confirmations. The chamber confirmed Irena Ortega to the Public Employment Relations Board, Monica Erickson as director of the Department of Human Services, Armin Mayor as senior deputy commissioner in the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, and Uca Dunkay to the California State Lottery Commission. All four appointments were approved overwhelmingly, with final confirmation votes taken after the calls were lifted.
The main floor debate centered on SCR 152, designating April 10, 2026 as Dolores Huerta Day. Senators spoke at length about Huerta’s leadership in the farmworker movement, civil rights advocacy, nonviolent organizing, and ongoing influence, with several members sharing personal reflections and noting the role of Filipino farmworkers and Larry Itliong in the broader movement. The resolution passed unanimously. The Senate also adopted SR 91 recognizing Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week, SCR 149 marking World Autism Awareness Day, SCR 150 honoring National Librarian Day, and SR 98 designating Heat Pump Week in California.
The chamber also passed SB 1078, an urgency tax measure giving Santa Cruz County voters the opportunity to approve a local tax above the 2% combined rate to help fund services, including medical services. The bill passed 29-9 on both the urgency and the bill itself. Later, the Senate approved the consent calendar and special consent calendar without objection, and members made committee announcements about upcoming budget subcommittee hearings.
The session ended with an adjournment in memory of Deanna Mooney, a longtime San Francisco nurse, labor advocate, and community figure. The Senate announced it would reconvene on Monday, April 20, 2026.
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
EIG-CPN, EIG, EIG-TRS Public Hearings 04-16-2026
Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- And if you look at our testimony, you can see just the costs that are related to generation.
- So, getting an related to generation.
- </c> most uh cost-effective uh generation most uh cost-effective uh generation projects<00:02:04.320>
- generation versus the transmission and distribution part of it.
- So, those are the three amendments to the measure. generation versus the transmission and generation
Bills:
HCR202
Committee:
Senate Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs
Keywords:
Hawaii, renewable energy, task force, energy independence, cost savings, decarbonization, public utilities, stakeholders, clean energy goals, 912, senate, all
Summary:
The joint committees on Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs and Consumer Commerce and Consumer Protection heard HCR 202 HD2, a resolution creating a task force to study Hawaii’s electric generation mix and related costs. Testimony from the Hawaii State Energy Office was neutral and stood on written comments, while another testifier supported the resolution, emphasizing affordability, reliability, and the need to understand the right balance of thermal generation and renewables as the state moves toward its 2045 renewable goals. The chairs said they had conferred on the measure and outlined recommended amendments, including adding study of the separation of ownership and control of generation versus transmission and distribution, and adding Senate committee representation to the task force.
The Consumer Commerce and Consumer Protection committee voted to pass HCR 202 HD2 with amendments; the chair, vice chair, and another member voted aye, with one senator excused, and the recommendation was adopted. The Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs committee did not have quorum at that time and said it would take its vote later.
The Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs committee also heard HCR 165, concerning pickleball courts in Hawaii Kai. One resident testified in opposition, citing concerns about permanent lights, permanent nets, noise, light pollution, safety, maintenance, and the loss of multi-use flexibility. After discussion, the chair recommended passing the measure as is, and the committee said it would vote the next day because it lacked quorum. The committee also heard HCR 154 and HCR 43 with the Transportation Committee; HCR 154 was passed unamended, and HCR 43, which urged raised crosswalks near Ala Wai Elementary School for pedestrian safety, was also passed unamended. Supporters of HCR 43 described heavy pedestrian traffic, schoolchildren crossing, and unsafe vehicle turning patterns at the intersections. The Transportation Committee adopted both recommendations, while the Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs committee scheduled its votes for the following day.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Mar 9th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I think we've all heard the conversation and recognized the need for new electric generation in the Northwest
- . ...excited to work with OEMR on building out more energy generation in the state.
- It doesn't speak to general commercial development of a geothermal utility. Thanks.
- It doesn't speak to general commercial development of a geothermal utility. Thanks.
- So I just want to make sure that I was generally correct in that assumption.
Summary:
The committee heard and advanced several water and energy-related measures. Senate Bill 1337, by Sen. Anthon, would allow landowners in irrigation districts of 15,000 acres or less to serve as directors from a division they own land in if they live in a county adjoining the district, with a two-thirds board vote required; the Idaho Water Users Association supported the change, and the committee sent it to the floor with a due pass recommendation. House Bill 737, presented by Sen. Den Hartog, would merge the Governor’s Office of Energy and Mineral Resources with the Office of Species Conservation to improve coordination and efficiency; Idaho Water Users Association supported it, while Sen. Taylor noted concern about conservation funding, and the bill was advanced on a due pass vote.
Senate Bill 1303, by Sen. Woodward, would broaden support for the Office of Energy and Mineral Resources and expand the revenue language from renewable energy to renewable or sustainable energy sources, including discussion of hydro and nuclear; Renewable Northwest testified in support, and the committee moved it forward with a due pass recommendation. House Bill 503, by Sen. Harris, would transfer the Soil and Water Conservation Commission from the Department of Agriculture to the Department of Water Resources, with supporters citing efficiency and alignment with the commission’s mission; it also received a due pass recommendation. House Bill 676, by Sen. Cook, would allow municipal geothermal systems to be treated as a municipal purpose under future water-needs planning, while requiring non-consumptive use and reinjection; Boise officials, water users, and conservation advocates supported it, while a Boise-Warm Springs Water District representative raised concerns about statutory scope and aquifer impacts, and the committee still advanced the bill.
Finally, House Joint Memorial 14, also by Sen. Cook, urged development of 750,000 acre-feet of new water storage in Idaho by 2100, using American Falls’ relocation and reservoir history as context for the need for future storage. The Idaho Water Users Association and Idaho Grain Producers Association supported the memorial, and the committee sent it to the floor with a recommendation that it be approved. All measures considered in the transcript were advanced, and the committee then adjourned.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- You generally get that information. So why is this bill necessary?
- These requirements would apply to all timestamps generated for logs, records, cure periods, and other
- These requirements would apply to all timestamps generated for logs, records, cure periods, and other
- On every regular primary and general election day, schools operated by a school district must be closed
- Because Queen Creek's municipal facilities are so compact that it really didn't—I mean, it did give us
Bills:
SB1067 , SB1234 , SB1285 , SB1295 , SB1392 , SB1413 , SB1436 , SB1470 , SB1476 , SB1489 , SB1512 , SB1535 , SB1540 , SB1556 , SB1568 , SB1569 , SB1570 , SB1573 , SB1585 , SB1609 , SB1627 , SB1634 , SB1635 , SB1644 , SB1647 , SB1648 , SB1650 , SB1653 , SB1654 , SB1655 , SB1656 , SB1657 , SB1658 , SB1661 , SB1662 , SB1664 , SB1666 , SB1667 , SB1669 , SB1709 , SB1720 , SB1723 , SB1725 , SB1743 , SB1746 , SB1748 , SB1755 , SB1786 , SB1820 , SB1822 , SB1829 , SCR1027 , SCR1040 , SCR1048
Committee:
Senate Judiciary and Elections
Keywords:
tax lien, property tax lien, real property tax lien, foreclosure, right of redemption, redeem, excess proceeds, county abatement lien, abatement lien, lien priority, assessment lien, easement, county treasurer, certificate of purchase, tax delinquency, delinquent property taxes, property owner equity, judgment foreclosure, title report, Arizona Revised Statutes
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Committee Apr 10th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill includes an increase in expenditure authority of $2.8 billion General Fund and $8.3 billion
- These sections require that any federal reimbursements received be deposited back into the General Fund
- It provides an Administrative Procedures Act exemption for $2 million General Fund for the FARMER program
- It re-appropriates one-time Proposition 98 General Fund to the Fiscal Crisis Management and Assistance
- Generally, it is about 138% of the federal poverty level.
Summary:
The Assembly Budget Committee held an informational hearing on SB 100/AB 100, the early action budget bills, with a focus on Medi-Cal funding, wildfire recovery, and several smaller budget adjustments. The Department of Finance explained that the bill would add $2.8 billion General Fund and $8.3 billion federal funds for Medi-Cal, along with other items including wildfire-related local assistance for Los Angeles County, property tax backfills for fire-damaged local agencies, Cal OES wildfire monitoring authority, nonprofit security grants, the Property Tax Postponement Fund, FARMER and Clean Cars for All funding, foster family home insurance claims, Proposition 98 technical assistance for LA wildfire-impacted schools, teacher credentialing authority, and Proposition 4 climate bond appropriations for wildfire and forest resilience projects.
Much of the member discussion centered on rising Medi-Cal costs, the recent $3.4 billion cash-flow loan, and whether the new appropriation would cover payments through June. Finance said the new funds were for program costs and cash flow, not repayment of the loan, and that no additional loan authority remained. Members also debated the causes of higher Medi-Cal spending, including expanded eligibility, higher enrollment, pharmacy costs, and federal policy changes. The LAO noted that forecasting errors are not unusual but that current revisions are somewhat higher than typical, though not unprecedented. Several members emphasized that Medi-Cal supports access to care and hospital stability, while others raised concerns about sustainability and future federal cuts.
Public commenters largely supported the bill, especially the Medi-Cal funding and wildfire-related provisions. Health and labor advocates argued that the program is functioning as intended by covering more low-income Californians and preventing uncompensated care. Representatives of special districts and the Altadena Library District supported the property tax backfill provisions tied to the Eaton fire. The hearing ended without a vote, with the chair noting that the committee would adjourn for floor session and that the Assembly would vote on one of the early action bills later that morning.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Governor's education policy bill discussed 3/11/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Our on-site solar electricity has a power purchase agreement of 15 years.
- Our<00:21:20.480><c> on-site</c><00:21:21.039><c> solar</c><00:21:21.440><c> electricity</c><00:21:22.000
- ><c> has</c><00:21:22.240><c> a</c> Our on-site solar electricity has a Our on-site solar electricity
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
House Chamber - Thu Mar 27, 2025, 12:00PM HST - Day 40
Hawaii House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- is the state dictating to private industries that they need to increase more parking spaces for electric
- 50.239><c> for</c> need to increase more parking spaces for need to increase more parking spaces for electric
- 01:24:52.560><c> which</c><01:24:52.800><c> is</c><01:24:53.120><c> a</c><01:24:53.199><c> a</c> electric
- vehicles which is a a electric vehicles which is a a considerable<01:24:54.199><c> cost.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 065 Mar 20th, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- assembly. general assembly.
- And so this in their facilities.
- </c> we did it. we'll have these general we did it. we'll have these general overarching<02:17:04.080
- ><c> of</c> can't even have general to the degree of can't even have general to the degree of a<02:17
- </c> takes for these reports to be generated. takes for these reports to be generated.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- I think we've all heard the conversation and recognized the need for new electric generation in the Northwest
- , Excited to work with OEMR on building out more energy generation in the state.
- It doesn't speak to general commercial development of a geothermal utility. Thanks.
- So I just want to make sure that I was generally correct in that assumption.
- The citizens made a sacrifice so that the next generation could move forward and thrive.
Committee:
Senate Resources and Environment
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- We show you registered as Jennifer Jones on behalf of the Texas General Land Office and the School Land
- I'm Jennifer Jones, the Chief Clerk and Deputy Land Commissioner of the General Land Office.
- In 1836, the first official act of the Republic of Texas was establishing the General Land Office to
- Together, the GLO and the School Land Board generate revenue for the Permanent School Fund through the
- I'm general counsel with the Texas Municipal League.
Committee:
House Land & Resource Management
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Housing and Homelessness Prevention - 03/05/26
Housing and Homelessness Prevention
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> um that there should be no electrical um that there should be no electrical cords cords cords running
- They set up their gas generator underneath the building inside the garage and proceeded to run it for
- For decades, homeownership has been the pathway for families to build stability and build generational
- </c> and build generational wealth. and build generational wealth.
- So, boy, it sure is a tug-of-war between how do you get the price down so the next generation can buy
Committee:
Senate Housing and Homelessness Prevention
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- the next step and makes sure that that same shot clock provision will apply now to mechanical, electrical
- So the shot clock starts, the shot clock expires, you've got an electrical permit out there, that shot
Committee:
House Business
Summary:
The committee considered several RS drafts and one bill, with most of the discussion focused on property rights, business regulation, and state payment modernization. RS 32990, which would allow businesses to use a commercial registered agent address instead of a home address, was introduced after questions about whether it could make it harder to tell if a business is actually located in Idaho. RS 33170, dealing with short-term rentals, was also introduced; the sponsor said it would clarify property owners’ rights while preserving existing nuisance and public-safety protections. RS 33182, requiring employers to verify legal immigration status through E-Verify, was introduced after members said they wanted to discuss carve-outs and current verification practices in more detail.
The committee then heard RS 33102, which would extend the state’s inspection “shot clock” to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing inspections. Members asked how the private-inspector backup system would work, whether municipalities might delay inspections knowing private options exist, and how refunds or certifications would be handled. The sponsor said the bill continues last session’s approach and that private inspectors are already certified, but several questions were left for the full hearing. RS 33063, a stablecoin proposal, drew the most skepticism and questions about whether it resembled a digital dollar, the fiscal impact, company ownership restrictions, and whether foreign ownership could be involved. Despite concerns, the committee voted to introduce it.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 512, which would reinstate an open-book Idaho jurisprudence exam for land surveyors. The sponsor and several surveyors testified that Idaho-specific law is essential because surveying affects property boundaries, rights-of-way, subdivisions, and irrigation issues, and that mistakes can lead to costly disputes years later. Opponents were not prominent in the testimony, though members asked about reciprocity and how out-of-state surveyors are licensed. After public testimony, the committee voted to send HB 512 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. The meeting then adjourned.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- So that's very important for us, and I think it's just generally important overall.
- A little bit more about what those are: the gross operating revenues are the revenues generated from
- </c><00:19:38.760><c> from</c><00:19:38.960><c> the</c> the revenues generated from the the revenues
- in plant are many times in a a gener in plant are very<00:31:29.679><c> concerned</c><00:31:30.240><
- electric utility uh Pipeline<00:38:14.319><c> and</c><00:38:14.480><c> railroad</c><00:38:15.200><c>
Committee:
Senate Taxes
MS
Mississippi 2026 Regular Session
MS Senate Floor - 9 March, 2026; 4:00 PM
Mississippi Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- directly serving industrial property, and contributions toward improvements to enhance the delivery of electricity
- directly serving industrial property, and contributions toward improvements to enhance the delivery of electricity
- General bills. Mr. President, I'd like to pass item 80. Ask that it retain its place.
- President, generally speaking, this bill just extends the repealer on the chiropractor act, and it extends
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/5/25
Commerce Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Excuse me, to the General Register.
- Chair, I believe generally they are underground when you go to the gas stations.
- He renewed his motion that House File 247, as amended, be referred to the General Register.
- House File 247 as amended be referred to the General Register.
- And, um, I believe we are going to be sending this one as well to the general register.
Committee:
House Commerce Finance and Policy
Keywords:
lead, cadmium, consumer products, safety regulation, retail restrictions, motor sports, nonoxygenated gasoline, fuel regulations, storage requirements, racing events, HF325, flavored nitrous oxide, nitrous oxide, whippets, laughing gas, retail sales, consumer protection, misdemeanor, commerce, Minnesota Statutes chapter 325F
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
JDC, JDC Public Hearings 03-28-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Mark Tom, Deputy Attorney General. Thanks.
- Mark Tom, Deputy Attorney General. Thanks.
- Is it Is attorney<00:32:42.640><c> general</c><00:32:42.960><c> here?</c> attorney general here?
- attorney general here? Thanks.
- Um so like my concern General. Thanks.
Summary:
The Judiciary Committee heard HB 698, which would increase criminal penalties for animal cruelty offenses. The chair explained that a proposed SD1 narrowed the bill to “pet animals” only, and testimony focused heavily on whether the bill should be limited to pets, whether service animals should also be included, and whether the measure could unintentionally affect livestock or cultural practices such as chicken fighting. Supporters, including the Hawaiian Humane Society, rescue organizations, and several individuals, argued that stronger penalties are needed because animal cruelty is under-prosecuted, that abuse of animals is linked to violence against people, and that harsher penalties could deter abuse. Opponents, including the public defender’s office and some farmers and livestock interests, argued the existing law is already on the books, enforcement is the real problem, and the bill is vague and could create unintended consequences.
Several witnesses described graphic examples of animal abuse and urged the committee to act, while one testifier from the Disability Communication Access Board asked that service animals be explicitly included because they are not considered pets and are important to the independence and safety of people who rely on them. Committee members questioned the scope of the SD1, including whether it covered chickens, domesticated pigs, and service or emotional support animals. The deputy attorney general was asked to provide follow-up clarification on those points, and the Hawaiian Humane Society said it would welcome adding service animals back into the bill.
At the end of testimony, the chair announced the final testimony count as 112 in support, 128 in opposition, and one comment, noting that some testimony appeared to address the broader House version rather than the narrower SD1. Because several questions remained unresolved, the committee deferred HB 698 until Monday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m. in room 016, with a vote to be taken then. After that, the committee moved on to its 10:02 decision-making agenda and deferred HB 108 as well, citing concerns about alcohol shipment, drunk driving, and underage access; it then began discussion of HB 226 on windshield tinting.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the Freedom of Information Act, focusing on perspectives from public requesters. Apr 8th, 2025 at 09:15 am
Senate Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- But less quoted is Brandeis' statement, electric light the most efficient policeman.
- Agencies generally comply with proactive disclosure requirements, including using searchable electronic
- Rule of general applicability that must be publicly noticed in the Federal Register.
- And I know a little bit about this because I was the Attorney General of Florida.
- I was Attorney General when I had the responsibility for enforcing what we call the OPA.
Committee:
Senate Senate Judiciary
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/09/2026 - Arizona Off-Highway Vehicle Study Committee
Arizona Off-Highway Vehicle Study Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Some of these units are going to switch to electric, and some of the units now are...
- General, as well as ATVs. And I think what you said is spot on, so I appreciate your perspective.
- General, as well as ATVs. And I think what you said is spot on. So I appreciate your perspective.
- We’re the state’s largest general ag organization, representing over 30 members and families who operate
- , as past generations have been passed down to us.