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• I think it is certainly legislation.
• The legislation is the same legislation that's been passed out of the House last year, with one exception
• </c><00:34:59.599><c> that</c> asking to oppose legislation that asking to oppose legislation that removes
• </c> committee on appropriations and revenue. committee on appropriations and revenue.
• ><01:10:32.320><c> remaining</c> has been appropriated for remaining has been appropriated for remaining

Keywords: Discussion of SB 126 (2025 RS) 00:05:13 Discussion of HB 16 (2025 RS) 00:15:40 Kentucky Department of Parks – Overview 01:05:06, 958, all

Summary: The committee met jointly for State Government, State and Local Government, and Elections and Constitutional Amendments, approved the minutes from the September 23 meeting, and then took up discussion of Senate Bill 126, a proposed constitutional amendment to restrict the governor’s pardon power. Senator Chris McDaniel said the measure was prompted by concerns over pardons issued in 2019 and would bar pardons for 60 days before a gubernatorial election through the swearing-in of a new governor, leaving the power otherwise intact. Members who spoke generally supported the proposal as a way to increase accountability, and McDaniel said he intended to place it on the 2026 ballot. No vote was taken on the bill during the discussion. The committee then moved to House Bill 16 on water fluoridation. Representative Hart and Senator Greg Elkins said the bill would remove Kentucky’s fluoridation mandate and give local water districts the choice to add fluoride or not. They emphasized that the revised draft also adds immunity language to protect districts from civil litigation regardless of their decision. Dr. Jack Call, a Louisville dentist, presented against fluoridation, arguing that the main dental benefit is topical rather than from drinking water and citing studies and reports he said linked fluoride exposure to reduced IQ in children and other health concerns. Cindy Batson, a nurse and parent, also supported the bill and said she had testified on the issue for years. During questions, Senator Rollins raised concerns about fluoride being an industrial byproduct and described fluoridation as forced medication. The discussion remained focused on the bill’s local-control and immunity provisions, with sponsors saying they were not trying to relitigate the broader science but wanted to remove the mandate. The transcript ends while questions and testimony on HB 16 were still underway, and no final committee action is shown.

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• We will benefit from the legislation when California needs it the most.
• I assisted, I was requested to assist Governor Brown when he developed PEPRA.
• I assisted, I was requested to assist Governor Brown when he developed PEPRA.
• Motion is do pass to the Senate Committee on Appropriations. Senator Smolkuevas? Aye.
• Motion is do pass to the Senate Committee on Appropriations.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• And at the appropriate time, I'd like to...
• It's my understanding from it that you're only requesting, your only request is relative to membership
• I think right now, you can already request a pre-sentence investigation.
• And so now it's only at the request to be available. Okay. Thank you, Madam Chair.
• This bill is a response to the audit provided by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor.

Bills: HB75, SB134, SB201, SB258, SB288, SB313, SB320, SB321, SB325, SB339, SB345, SB393, SB422, SB440, SB470, SB487, SB523

Keywords: HB75, Act 963, gaming, casino gaming, promotional play, promotional wagers, slot machine proceeds, net gaming proceeds, gross revenue, taxable revenue, gaming operators, gaming tax, Louisiana gaming, gaming revenue deduction, casino tax, gaming promotion, revenue cap, pilot program, child sexual abuse materials, sexting

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• In 2023, the Legislature appropriated $150 million available for loans to distressed hospitals.
• Is this present a formula for how we will factor them into whatever the next request?
• The legislative analyst had his hand to be recognized. Okay, sure, please.
• support for a one-time $60 million, $63 million budget request.
• We request your support. Thank you. Thank you very much. Morning.

Summary: The committee heard AB 108, a budget bill junior that would amend the 2025 Budget Act to create a one-time $25 million General Fund grant program at HCAI for hospitals in immediate and significant financial distress, along with a technical change related to property tax deferments for eligible low-income seniors. Finance explained that eligible hospitals would need to show less than 10 days cash on hand, best efforts to exhaust other financing options, a payer mix of more than 50% government payers and uninsured patients, and nonprofit status, with expedited contracting and rulemaking exemptions so funds could be distributed quickly. Members repeatedly questioned whether $25 million was enough, how many hospitals would qualify, and whether the 10-day threshold was too narrow, while also raising broader concerns about hospital reimbursement rates, seismic compliance costs, federal policy changes, and the need for more up-to-date data and a longer-term solution. Several members and the LAO noted that the bill was intended as a short-term bridge to keep a very small number of hospitals open until July 1, while the larger distressed-hospital discussion would continue in the May Revision and next year’s budget. Some members argued the state should consider grants rather than loans more broadly, and others emphasized that hospitals serving Medi-Cal and uninsured patients, including safety-net facilities like MLK Community Hospital and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, face structural pressures. Public comment was uniformly supportive of the bill, with the California Hospital Association, district hospital representatives, counties, and CHLA all backing the proposal and urging additional funding for distressed hospitals in the coming budget. The committee approved AB 108 on a roll call vote of 18-0 and held the roll open briefly to secure remaining votes before formally reporting the bill out.

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• </c> are receiving appropriate are receiving appropriate accommodations,<00:16:02.800><c> that</c><00
• </c> resolution around supporting legislation resolution around supporting legislation and<00:26:54.880
• </c> this is a piece of legis legislation this is a piece of legis legislation trying<01:49:43.600><c
• </c> &gt;&gt; You may request follow-ups. &gt;&gt; You may request follow-ups.
• Um my um request of this to hear.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• I mean, it's just not appropriate.
• I mean, it's just not appropriate.
• I mean, it's just not appropriate.
• I think it's really appropriate right now.
• Motion is due pass as amended to appropriations.

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Public Safety met on March 24, 2006, first as a subcommittee until a quorum was reached. The committee heard several bills in file order, beginning with SB 1056 by Senator Grayson, which would require protective orders for sexually explicit material involving adult victims in criminal cases. The author and survivor witnesses argued the bill would prevent unnecessary copying and dissemination of highly sensitive evidence while preserving defendants’ access to discovery; public defenders and criminal defense groups opposed it as vague, overbroad, and potentially harmful to due process. After committee amendments were accepted, SB 1056 passed on a due pass as amended motion to Appropriations, with the bill held on call. The committee then heard SB 937 by Senator Gonzalez, which would restrict law enforcement use of flashbang devices for crowd control and ban their use in immigration enforcement. Supporters described serious injuries and community fear from recent deployments, while sheriffs’ and police groups objected that the bill was vague, could limit necessary tactics, and might conflict with existing law and task-force operations. Members raised concerns about overuse of force but also about drafting details and exceptions for exigent circumstances; the bill was moved on a due pass motion to Appropriations and held on call. Next, SB 1070 by Senator Grove sought to make intentional disruptions of worship services a wobbler offense, allowing felony charges in more serious cases. Faith leaders and supporters said the bill was needed to deter coordinated disruptions and protect religious exercise, while opponents, including civil liberties and public defender groups, argued it would criminalize speech, raise constitutional concerns, and impose excessive penalties for conduct better addressed through existing law or restorative justice. After extended debate, the committee rejected the bill on a roll call vote, and the motion to reconsider was granted without objection. The committee also heard SB 1130 by Senator Reyes, which would update privacy law for wearable recording devices such as smart glasses by restricting surreptitious recording in places with a reasonable expectation of privacy and limiting technologies that disable recording indicators. Supporters said the bill addressed a growing privacy threat, while industry groups warned it could create liability for manufacturers and businesses and needed tighter definitions. After committee amendments reducing penalties and removing manufacturer provisions from the criminal code, SB 1130 passed as amended to Rules, with the bill held on call. Finally, the committee heard SCA 2 by Senator Troy, a constitutional amendment to bar governors from pardoning themselves or immediate family members. Supporters framed it as an accountability measure, while some members objected that it addressed a hypothetical problem and could unnecessarily restrict legitimate clemency. The transcript ends during the roll call on SCA 2, with the vote in progress.

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• In that case, an appropriate notice will be posted.
• </c> uh appropriated uh appropriated 25<00:20:29.760><c> million</c><00:20:30.720><c> for</c><00:20:31.480
• Yeah, our office handles variance requests.
• <c> requests</c><00:46:42.520><c> so</c><00:46:43.040><c> when</c> office handles variance requests so
• </c> think that's probably a valid request think that's probably a valid request but<02:01:30.320><c>

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The House Committee on Energy and Environmental Protection opened its first hearing of the session and heard testimony on several energy and environmental bills. On HB 470, relating to noise and leaf blowers, the Department of Health supported the bill’s intent to reduce noise pollution but raised concerns about using decibel limits alone and suggested using dBA measurements; testimony also noted the bill would regulate future sales rather than current use, and there were three additional testimonies, two in support and one in opposition. No questions were raised before the committee moved on. The committee then heard HB 742 on transit-oriented development, which would require HCDA to prepare a programmatic EIS for Ewa, Kapalama, and West Oahu improvements. UH supported the bill, HHFDC said it was already preparing a master plan and programmatic EIS for the Ewa area, and HCDA explained that the projects are already underway or completed, including infrastructure work funded by prior appropriations. Supporters said the bill would streamline environmental review and potentially reduce costs for future housing, while HCDA emphasized the work is already in progress. On HB 340, concerning a streamlined grid-ready home interconnection process and related cost recovery, DCCA provided comments, the Attorney General suggested changing a deadline to a specific date, and the PUC said it wanted to study the matter further while still meeting the 180-day reporting requirement. Solar and clean energy groups strongly supported the bill as a way to speed interconnection and advance grid-interactive technologies, while Hawaiian Electric supported the goal of more DERs but opposed the process, saying its interconnection performance has improved and that collaboration would be preferable to legislation. Members asked about newer technologies, UL 1741, and ratepayer impacts, and the Consumer Advocate said removing the cost-recovery section would alleviate its concerns. The committee also heard HB 243, requiring PV- and EV-ready new residential construction, which the Hawaii State Energy Office described as a cost-saving no-brainer because installing these features during construction is much cheaper than retrofitting later. The hearing then shifted to HB 350, expanding the water-heater systems that can satisfy building-permit requirements to include heat pump water heaters alongside solar hot water systems. The Energy Office supported the bill, Solar Ray supported the concept but asked for amendments to align efficiency standards and noted the bill’s removal of a 15-year lifespan limit for solar thermal systems, and Hawaii Solar Energy Association raised questions about how heat pump performance should be measured and whether PV-plus-heat-pump combinations should qualify. Committee members asked about impacts on smaller homes and ADUs, and the discussion remained focused on technical standards and possible amendments; no votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• And we're at the waiver request talking about the youth.
• The 14 elements are part of the WIOA waiver request.
• The 14 elements are part of the WIOA waiver request.
• And then, yes, that would go through a legislative process. Okay.
• Did they go through legislative audits?

Keywords: 1204, all

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• versus regular appropriations.
• With the supplemental appropriations versus regular appropriations with regard to curriculum training
• And this will adequately make sure between the supplemental and regular appropriations that this bill
• will govern on funding that curriculum based on those requests.
• That $800 million is 10% of the new dollars in the legislation that schools will receive.

Summary: The Senate Committee on Education K-16 met to consider House Bill 2, the major public education and school finance bill. The committee first reconsidered and withdrew the prior committee substitute, then took up a new substitute. Senator Creighton explained several changes, including a correction to the golden penny yield weight, an increase in the special education evaluation incentive cap from $45 million to $67 million, timing changes to avoid a funding gap for Bluebonnet curriculum training grants, narrowed language affecting educator preparation providers, added facility-usage reporting language, incorporation of bilingual allotment language from Senate Bill 2185, removal of the $20 million annual cap on JROTC funding, and a prevailing-clause provision to make HB 2 controlling over conflicting measures. Members generally praised the bill’s historic funding level but raised concerns about details and future floor debate. Senator Menendez said he appreciated the special education, safety, and teacher pay funding but was not ready to fully support the bill because of inflationary pressures, facilities funding, and district-specific impacts, and indicated he might vote present. Senator Parker strongly supported the bill, emphasizing historic funding, teacher pay, and the need to continue refining the package. Senator Witt also said he would vote present while seeking more refinement, especially on certification issues for public and charter schools. Senator Bettencourt highlighted the bill’s scale, including about $8 billion in new funding and $1.3 billion for special education, while Senator Hinojosa asked for more flexibility in the basic allotment and thanked the author for bilingual education and coastal-area provisions. The committee then adopted the new committee substitute and voted to report HB 2 favorably to the full Senate. The motion passed 9 ayes and 2 present not voting, with the bill reported as committee substitute do pass and be printed.

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• The motion is due pass to the Appropriations Committee. Patel aye.
• On behalf of UC students statewide, we respectfully request your aye vote. Thank you.
• of legislation for us to be moving forward on.
• The motion is due pass to the Appropriations Committee. File item number two, AB 713.
• The motion is do pass as amended to the Appropriations Committee.

Summary: The committee heard Assembly Bill 664, which would authorize Southwestern College in Chula Vista to develop a limited pilot of faculty-led bachelor’s degree programs tied to regional workforce needs, with collaboration requirements, an independent evaluation, and a sunset in 2035. The author and supporters argued the bill would address local access and affordability problems in South San Diego, where many students are place-bound and the region lacks a nearby public university offering bachelor’s degrees. Opponents from the CSU, UC, and AICCU said the measure would bypass the existing AB 927 consultation process and could set a precedent for duplication and expansion outside the current statewide framework. After debate, the committee passed AB 664 on a due-pass motion to Appropriations, with the roll showing eight ayes and one no, later updated to nine ayes and one no after the roll was held open. The committee then took up Assembly Bill 1241, which directs a study of a “pay-it-forward” higher education financing model in which students would attend without upfront tuition and repay costs later based on income. The author and Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond framed the bill as a response to rising college costs and student debt, arguing California should study innovative affordability models used elsewhere. Some members raised concerns about fiscal feasibility and whether the model had worked in other states, while others supported the study as a modest first step. AB 1241 passed to Appropriations on an eight-aye, two-no vote. Assembly Bill 713 would allow undocumented students at UC, CSU, and community colleges to access paid campus jobs, internships, and research positions. Supporters said the bill would improve equity, affordability, and student success, and that campus employment is a critical pathway for undocumented students who already pay tuition and fees. Opponents argued the bill conflicts with federal law and could expose campuses and the state to legal and funding risks; supporters responded that state entities are not bound by the federal prohibition in the way described and emphasized the need to protect students and expand opportunity. The committee also heard concerns about student privacy and data protection. The bill was moved to Appropriations, with the roll initially showing five ayes, three noes, and one not voting, and the roll held open for additional members. Finally, Assembly Bill 1171 was presented as a modernization of the existing part-time faculty health insurance program for community colleges, aimed at making coverage more consistent and predictable across districts. The author said the bill would not create a new entitlement but would strengthen participation in the current program to better reflect the realities of a workforce made up largely of part-time and multi-district faculty. The transcript ends as the presentation begins, before testimony, debate, or a vote on AB 1171.

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• , AB 1910 by Burner, with a motion of due pass to Appropriations.
• AB 1910 by Burner with a motion of due pass to Appropriations.
• The motion is due pass as amended to Appropriations. Bonta, aye. Addis, aye. Aguiar-Curry, aye.
• in the federal legislation. ...at a moment when these protections are vulnerable in the federal legislation
• The motion is do pass to Appropriations. Bonta: Aye. Chen: Aye. Addis: Aye. Aguiar-Curry: Aye.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• The Committee on Appropriations is called to order. Testing, testing.
• The Committee on Appropriations is called to order. Oh, no.
• I also, unfortunately, don't know when it was requested.
• They are not at liberty to refuse such requests.
• I'm Kevin Volk, Representative for Legislative District 17.

Bills: HB2051, HB2114, HB2127, HB2134, HB2207, HB2574, HB2700, HB2800, HB2916

Keywords: AHCCCS, lactation care, breastfeeding, health services, healthcare access, motorcycle registration, safety fund, education, awareness programs, low-income scholarships, motorcycle training, special license plates, transportation, funding, nonprofits, charitable contributions, critical infrastructure, foreign adversaries, China, communications

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• ,</c><00:14:22.560><c> the</c> patients are dosed appropriately, the patients are dosed appropriately
• </c><00:58:19.560><c> as</c> had a similar piece of legislation as had a similar piece of legislation
• </c> partners in this request. partners in this request.
• </c><01:47:31.440><c> Um</c> beyond what we've appropriated. Um beyond what we've appropriated.
• </c> appropriations directed to it. appropriations directed to it. Thank<01:53:03.920><c> you.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• I support the legislation. However, I don't think it goes far enough.
• Andre John, 48th Legislative District: Hello, my name is Andre John from the 48th Legislative District
• We do have one request.
• And this piece of legislation is a chance for Washington to get it right.
• But as I said, those freshman legislators get everything right.

Summary: The Transportation Committee held public hearings on three bills. HB 2307 would update the commute trip reduction program by removing the current 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. arrival-time requirement from key definitions, so more employers and shift workers could qualify for CTR benefits. The bill sponsor and several supporters, including Microsoft, transit and transportation nonprofits, local transportation management groups, and city representatives, said the change would modernize the program, improve equity, reduce congestion, and help workers with transportation costs. No one testified in opposition. HB 2374 would distinguish electric-assisted bicycles from higher-powered electric motorcycles, clarify labeling and equipment rules, and direct DOL to convene a work group on enforcement and consumer protection. The sponsor and many supporters, including cities, trail and park organizations, Washington Bikes, and several students, said the bill would address unsafe high-powered vehicles being marketed as e-bikes, especially those used by younger riders, while preserving access to true e-bikes. Some testifiers asked for additional work group members and suggested civil enforcement options for underage riders. HB 2379 would require WSDOT to suspend tolling on facilities that serve as evacuation routes during emergencies such as wildfires or levee breaches. The sponsor said the bill was prompted by constituents facing evacuation while tolls were still being charged; staff noted the fiscal impact would be indeterminate and could reduce toll revenue during suspensions. After the hearings, the committee took executive action on two bills. It adopted proposed substitute H-2771 for HB 1823, which cleans up Transportation Improvement Board provisions and removes obsolete language while retaining remaining bond authority. It also passed HB 2111, which directs interest earned from toll revenues for the Interstate Bridge project to be credited to that project. Both actions were approved by voice vote, 27-0, with two members excused.

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• </c><00:14:40.279><c> those</c> that it's stored appropriately those that it's stored appropriately those
• </c><00:20:24.799><c> funding</c> coming in next year to request funding coming in next year to request
• Frequently, they receive the funding appropriations and then they delegate those appropriations to DAGS
• </c> then they delegate those Appropriations then they delegate those Appropriations to<00:51:53.640>
• </c><01:19:20.639><c> for</c> RFI we we've done one RFI request for RFI we we've done one RFI request

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• </c> of the bill and enacted that legislation of the bill and enacted that legislation you<00:32:36.200
• This is largely remedial legislation from last session.
• </c><00:53:00.520><c> that</c> large uh piece of legislation that large uh piece of legislation that
• </c> medical oversight board really request medical oversight board really request your<01:08:07.960>
• </c><01:48:45.880><c> when</c> to testify on proposed legislation when to testify on proposed legislation

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• That bill was left in House Appropriations, and the Senate bill did not advance.
• That failed in House Appropriations, and Senate Bill 456 was continued in Senate Finance and Appropriations
• I mean, there's so much legislation... ...good legislation that doesn't pass the first time, doesn't
• But they do request a tier two priority.
• But they do request a tier two priority.

Keywords: Commission on Updating Virginia Law to Reflect Federal Recognition of Virginia Tribes, 976, house, all

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• And then we've even seen in 2025 legislation passed that added more components to the bill. 2025 legislation
• Look, I sit on the Appropriations Committee.
• But, you know, it's fair for us as legislators to have an opinion.
• and memos requested continue to be used this way.
• I requested it. We did it for one of our Laredo school districts.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Arizona State Senate Legislative Proclamation: Day of the Gifted Child and Student of Arizona.
• And until such time, I'd like to request that we have a moment of silence in her honor.
• Senate Bill 1032, an act appropriating monies to the Corrections Oversight Fund.
• I think eight years is appropriate, and I hope that other agencies are continued for the same.
• Request from the House, Mr. Majority Leader. Thank you, Mr. President Pro Tem.

Summary: The Senate opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, recorded attendance, and approved the prior journal. Members then recognized several guests and honored the Maryvale High School basketball program and Maryvale Gifted and Talented Micro School with legislative proclamations, including a designation of February 12, 2026 as the Day of the Gifted Child and Student of Arizona. Senators also marked Arizona’s statehood anniversary and held a moment of silence for Emily Pike, with remarks calling for continued attention to missing and murdered Indigenous people and for changes to the turquoise alert law. The chamber then moved into Committee of the Whole and third reading votes. Senate Bill 1107, relating to peace officer certification pathways, was amended and passed 27-2. Senate Bill 1032, appropriating money to the Corrections Oversight Fund, passed 29-0 after supportive explanations from senators. Senate Bill 1029 on campaign contributions and expenses passed 29-0, SB 1083 on condominiums and planned communities passed 29-0, SB 1252 on assignment for benefit of creditors passed 29-0, and SB 1259 on campaigns passed 29-0. SB 1198, relating to the Arizona Beef Council, drew debate over industry promotion and use of checkoff dollars and passed 23-6. Senate Bill 1020, relating to special plates, was reconsidered after a motion by Senator Bolick and then passed again on reconsideration 25-4. The Senate also adopted the Committee of the Whole report, transmitted passed bills to the House, and agreed to a House request to return SBs 1333 and 1368 for reconsideration. Committee meeting announcements were made for the following Monday, and the Senate adjourned until February 16, 2026.

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• Arizona State Senate Legislative Proclamation: Day of the Gifted Child and Student of Arizona.
• And until such time, I'd like to request that we have a moment of silence in her honor.
• Senate Bill 1032, an act appropriating monies to the Corrections Oversight Fund.
• I think eight years is appropriate, and I hope that other agencies are continued for the same.
• Request from the House, Mr. Majority Leader. Thank you, Mr. President Pro Tem.

Keywords: 1182, all