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MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, we have many people come testify at our hearings.
- Seeing none, that concludes a hearing for Senate Bill 1572.
- Seeing none, that concludes the hearing on House Bill 3533.
- Also the hearing on Crime and Public Safety.
- Saying none, that concludes the hearing on House Bill 3533.
Committee:
House Crime and Public Safety
AZ
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Public Health Mar 23rd, 2026
Joint Committee on Public Health
Transcript Highlights:
- That way, we can hear directly from you or maybe ask some questions throughout the testimony.
- I can see you, Lee, on the virtual, but cannot hear you. You may be muted. Still can't hear you.
- Good morning, can everybody hear me? Great, thank you for having us all here today.
- Good morning, can everybody hear me? Good morning, yes.
- Thank you for participating today in our hearing, and we will not conclude. Thank you.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Public Health
Keywords:
celiac disease, gluten intolerance, autoimmune disorder, pediatric screening, child health, public health, screening pilot, early detection, 12-year-olds, cholesterol screening, lipid screening, health care providers, Department of Public Health, patient advocacy, family support, Massachusetts, preventive care, diagnostic screening, nutrition, gastroenterology
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House County and Municipal Government Committee Mar 17th, 2026
County and Municipal Government
Transcript Highlights:
- We had a public hearing last week. Went over this pretty thoroughly.
- And do I hear a motion? Motion. Do I hear a second? All in favor say I. All opposed? Likewise.
- There's a public hearing on this bill.
- Yeah. >> All right. >> Do I hear a motion as amended?
- </c> >> Do I hear a motion as amended? >> Do I hear a motion as amended?
Committee:
House County and Municipal Government
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Higher Education and Workforce Development Mar 10th, 2026
Higher Education and Workforce Development
Transcript Highlights:
- We will now open the hearing. We will go into public hearing.
- We will now open the hearing for House Bill 1627, sponsored...
- Now we'll hear public testimony. Are there some folks here?
- Seeing none, that will conclude the hearing on House Bill 1627.
- We'll now go into the testimony phase of the hearing.
Summary:
The Committee on Higher Education and Workforce Development met in executive session and first took up House Bill 2585. The committee adopted a House Committee substitute and a separate amendment, both described as clerical and technical changes to align the bill with Department of Higher Education workflow and state and federal law. The substitute for HB 2585 was then approved do pass by a 10-0 roll call vote.
The committee then held a public hearing on House Bill 1627, which would revise the Career and Technical Education Advisory Council by adding the Commissioner of Higher Education or designee, increasing business and commerce representation, shortening member terms, reducing required meetings, and adjusting reporting requirements. Representative Haley said the changes would better reflect workforce needs and strengthen ties between education and industry. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education testified in support, saying the changes were recommended by the advisory group. No opposition testimony was offered.
Finally, the committee heard House Bill 2123, a broader higher education funding proposal that also includes a Bright Flight scholarship increase to full in-state tuition. Representative Black and Representative Shields described the bill as an effort to modernize Missouri’s long-standing base-plus funding model by moving toward a metric- and performance-based system tied to workforce needs, with a phased testing and approval process before implementation. Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development staff, the Missouri Community College Association, and the Council on Public Higher Education testified in support of continuing the work, though the council urged removing bill language that was too specific about the consultant’s model and timeline. Some members raised concerns about fiscal impact, implementation, and whether the model could be rolled out without harming institutions or students. The hearing on HB 2123 concluded without any vote taken.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Higher Education and Workforce Development Mar 10th, 2026
Higher Education and Workforce Development
Transcript Highlights:
- We will now open the hearing. We will go into public hearing.
- We will now open the hearing for House Bill 1627, sponsored...
- Now we'll hear public testimony. Are there some folks here?
- Seeing none, that will conclude the hearing on House Bill 1627.
- We'll now go into the testimony phase of the hearing.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Status of Persons with Disabilities Feb 26th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So I'm looking forward to hearing from you and hearing sort of how we can.
- So I'm looking forward to hearing from you and hearing sort of how we can work together and how we can
- You never hear about fees getting reduced in government, but this is something we just recently did to
- You never hear about fees getting reduced in government, but this is something we just recently did to
- I loved hearing. community colleges and state colleges can be replicated in a whole bunch of ways.
Summary:
The subcommittee met to approve the January minutes and then heard an update from Undersecretary of Labor and Workforce Development Josh Cutler on apprenticeship expansion in the Healey-Driscoll administration. Cutler described apprenticeship as a key workforce tool, especially for sectors with labor shortages, and highlighted growth in early education, health care, banking, bio, and human services. He noted the administration’s milestones and supports, including reaching 10,000 registered apprenticeships, expanding the registered apprenticeship tax credit (RATSY), lowering program fees, adding apprenticeship liaisons, and issuing Grow grants to help employers start programs.
Members focused on how apprenticeship could better serve people with disabilities and human services employers. They raised examples such as sterile processing, radiology, PCA services, developmental disability supports, and community college partnerships, and asked how smaller or lower-paid providers could afford to participate. Cutler explained that apprentices are W-2 employees, programs must include on-the-job learning, related instruction, mentorship, and progressive wages, and employers largely design their own programs. He said the state can support through tax credits, grants, and intermediaries such as trade associations or disability organizations that help employers navigate the process.
The discussion also covered employer outreach, the role of intermediaries, and possible collaboration with community colleges and organizations like Commonwealth Corporation. Cutler said Eastern Bank did not currently have a program but could be a potential partner, and he confirmed that the RATSY credit is $4,800 per apprentice, with a cap and online application process, and that it can be stacked with the disability employment tax credit. The subcommittee agreed to follow up with Cutler’s team, identify a few priority occupations, and consider a targeted panel or information session to help expand apprenticeship opportunities for people with disabilities and in human services.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Status of Persons with Disabilities Feb 26th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So I'm looking forward to hearing from you and hearing sort of how we can.
- So I'm looking forward to hearing from you and hearing sort of how we can work together and how we can
- I'd love to, again, hear your thoughts. I don't want to just be talking at you.
- I'd love to hear your feedback as well.
- I loved hearing... Great outcomes in other states.
Summary:
The subcommittee met to approve the January minutes and then heard an update from Undersecretary of Labor and Workforce Development Josh Cutler on apprenticeship expansion in Massachusetts. Cutler described the Healey-Driscoll administration’s efforts to grow apprenticeships beyond the building trades into sectors such as banking, bio, early education, health care, and human services, emphasizing that apprenticeship is an earn-while-you-learn model with strong retention and career advancement. He noted recent milestones and supports, including the 10,000th registered apprenticeship, expanded tax credits, reduced program fees, added apprenticeship liaisons, and Grow grants to help employers launch programs. He also said the administration is open to using grants, incentives, and convening power to encourage more human services and disability-focused apprenticeships.
Members focused on how these models could work for disability and human services providers, especially in lower-wage fields like early education and direct care. They raised examples such as sterile processing, PCA services, mental health, brain injury, independent living centers, and programs involving community colleges, Bridgewater State, and vocational schools. Cutler explained that apprentices are W-2 employees, programs must include at least 2,000 hours of on-the-job learning, 150 hours of related instruction, a mentor relationship, and progressive wages, but employers largely design the program themselves. He said intermediaries such as the Massachusetts Bankers Association or disability organizations can help employers navigate the process and that the state can support these efforts through grants and tax credits.
The discussion also covered employer outreach, the role of community colleges, and how to make careers in disability services more visible and valued. Cutler said the registered apprenticeship tax credit is $4,800 per apprentice, can be claimed twice for longer apprenticeships, and is stackable with the disability employment tax credit. Members suggested hosting a targeted virtual panel with apprenticeship liaisons, employers, and intermediaries to identify a few priority occupations and develop concrete next steps. The meeting ended with agreement to follow up offline on specific opportunities and potential partners, including Eastern Bank and existing apprenticeship programs in health care and related fields.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- If the hearing, if we fail to have the hearing within 150 days, by default, my petition is granted.
- There's hearing times.
- If they're not fine with it, they can request a hearing and have their hearing. So, Mr.
- Chairman, echo... ...with it, they can request a hearing and have their hearing. So, Mr.
- Hallstott, can you hear? Ms. Hallstock, can you hear us? Ms. Hallstott, can you hear us? Ms.
Committee:
Senate Resources and Environment
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
02/11/2026 - House Science & Technology
House Science & Technology Committee of Reference
Transcript Highlights:
- Typically when you hear of Series A, you hear, you know, $5 million, $6 million, $10 million; maybe that's
- Thank you for hearing the bill, committee members.
- After hearing the amendment, I want to explain...
- It didn't get a hearing on the Senate floor. It didn't get a hearing on the Senate floor.
- I would love to hear more about how you spoke a little bit about the amendment, but I'd love to hear
Summary:
The Committee on Science and Technology met with a full audience and began with brief introductions, including an intern from Arizona State University. The committee heard two presentations before taking up its only bill. The University of Arizona’s Thomas Diaz de la Rubia spoke about fusion energy, describing it as a potential clean, safe, baseload power source and arguing Arizona should build the talent, supply chains, and research infrastructure to commercialize fusion. Members asked about timelines, regulation, competition with China, and the relationship to small modular reactors; he said fusion could be commercially relevant in roughly 12 to 15 years if public and private investment continues, and that the U.S. should avoid losing manufacturing and supply chains as it did in other technologies. He also discussed the university’s broader space and national security work. XRDNA CEO Charles Ableman then presented a spatial addressing and coordination system called EVA, describing it as a way to align data about where and when physical objects exist across systems, with a security layer called a sphere of influence. He said the company is testing with space and logistics partners, uses AI provenance tools, and sees its near-term use case in space operations and interoperability.
The committee then considered HB 2809, which would require state agencies handling sensitive or protected data to implement post-quantum encryption meeting or exceeding CMMC 2.0 standards, using a U.S.-based vendor and U.S.-developed or maintained components. The bill would place the master encryption key with the Auditor General and set procedures involving the Auditor General and Attorney General. Sponsor Rep. Gillette explained that the bill was simplified from a prior version after concerns that agencies would have to connect offline systems to the internet; the amendment clarified that encryption can be installed without internet connectivity and without requiring other systems to be online. He argued the measure is needed to modernize weak legacy systems and protect data after prior breaches and failed IT projects. Members generally supported the concept but raised questions about implementation, costs, vendor neutrality, and the Auditor General’s role; the Secretary of State’s office was described as neutral and still evaluating implementation. The committee adopted the Pingarelli amendment and then passed HB 2809 as amended on a 9-0 vote, with several members explaining that they supported the bill but wanted continued stakeholder input and careful attention to execution.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- And so I appreciate hearing some of the answers.
- Again, there are court hearings this month, there are court hearings next month to try to get potentially
- Sure, and understandably, we hear those criticisms. We hear those frustrations.
- we hear that.
- And again, we understand and hear some of that.
Committee:
Senate Rules
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Rules convened with quorum and first approved several governor’s appointments not required to appear, including Deborah Garns, Davis Rabbit, Cindy Silva, Vincent Wells, and Lee Herrick as California Poet Laureate, all by 5-0 votes. The committee also approved reference of bills to committees and floor acknowledgments, each by unanimous 5-0 votes.
The committee then heard testimony on the appointment of Trista Gonzalez as Director of the Department of Tax and Fee Administration. Gonzalez described her 33-year career in tax administration, emphasized taxpayer service, efficient collection, and support for small businesses, and answered questions about lithium extraction tax registration, online sales tax enforcement under Wayfair and AB 147, and CDTFA’s work with illicit cigarette, tobacco, and cannabis activity. Members praised her responsiveness to legislators and constituents, and public commenters from Ryan LLC and the California Society of Enrolled Agents supported her confirmation. The committee voted 5-0 to send her nomination to the full Senate.
The committee also heard from Aaron McGuire, executive director of the Board of State and Community Corrections, on his confirmation. He discussed the board’s expanded responsibilities, including annual detention facility inspections, grant administration, and the new in-custody death review division. Members questioned him about grant oversight, audits, implementation of SB 519, access to local agency records, standards for detention facilities, and conditions in Los Angeles County juvenile facilities. McGuire said the board is using inspections, technical assistance, and public reporting to improve compliance and transparency, and that additional trailer bill language clarified access to records. Public support came from nonprofit reentry providers and Giffords. The committee approved his nomination 5-0, and then adjourned.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Just pull that mic down so we can hear you.
- Just pull that mic down so we can hear you.
- I don't hear any. That motion has carried.
- Don't hear any of that motion has carried.
- You probably remember we did a print hearing.
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Business, Trade & Economic Development Jan 21st, 2026 at 08:00 am
Business, Trade & Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- So we will go right into our public hearing.
- Next, we will have a public hearing on Senate Bill 5831.
- Let's go ahead and open up public hearing for Senate Bill 5831.
- Thank you, and that concludes our public hearing on Senate Bill 6031 and a public hearing for the committee
- Thank you, and that concludes our public hearing on Senate Bill 6031 and a public hearing for the committee
Keywords:
mortgage modification, uniform regulations, homeowners, financial stability, foreclosure prevention, public safety, insurance fraud, law enforcement, crime prevention, penalties, SB6178, property insurance, insurance claims, assignment of benefits, AOB, post-loss assignment, post-loss benefits, homeowners insurance, policyholder, insured
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Next, we'll hear from Meredith Fisher, who is— Next, we'll hear from Meredith Fisher, who is speaking
- Hawke, who you'll hear later, in Senator Burton and Senator Calatayud's office.
- Next, we'll hear from Bruce Camber speaking for. Good morning.
- Next, we'll hear from Bruce Camber speaking for. Good morning.
- Next, we'll hear from Leonard Floyd.” “Next, we'll hear from Leonard Flock speaking for.”
Committee:
Senate Health Policy
Summary:
The committee first received an update from the Department of Health on the Cancer Connect Collaborative, the Cancer Innovation Fund, and the new Cancer Connect Collaborative Research Incubator, created and expanded by recent legislation. The department reported that the Cancer Innovation Fund has awarded $80 million to 95 researchers to date, with $60 million available in the current cycle and 65 projects funded across 28 institutions in 16 cancer areas last year. The new pediatric cancer incubator received $30 million and awarded four Florida children’s hospitals $7.5 million each. Senators asked about outreach to oncologists statewide, peer review and accountability, funding for National Cancer Institute-affiliated institutions, and whether underserved and rural areas are being prioritized; the department said it uses website notices, listservs, collaborative outreach, and eligibility criteria favoring rural and high-cancer-care providers, and that it monitors projects through reports, expenditures, and contract provisions.
The committee then heard Senate Bill 312 on patient-directed medical orders, which would create a voluntary, portable, physician-authorized electronic registry for patients to document end-of-life and serious-illness treatment preferences. Supporters, including nurses, hospice and emergency care advocates, and medical professionals, said the bill would help ensure patient wishes are accessible in emergencies, reduce unwanted interventions, and improve continuity of care. Opponents, including Florida Right to Life, argued the bill could broaden end-of-life decisions too far, raise privacy and coercion concerns, and allow withdrawal of care inappropriately. The sponsor said the measure is intended to support patient autonomy and is not anti-life, and noted she was open to amendments.
After public testimony, the committee voted on SB 312 and reported it favorably. The roll call showed support from Senators Berman and Harrell, with the bill passing on the committee vote. The meeting then adjourned.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair hears none, motion is adopted.
- It has not, however, been set for a hearing.
- I hear people talk about the pot of the fifties; this isn't it.
- I hear Senator Cook say one joint, one edible, one toke away from...
- We need to hear each other's perspectives. We mostly need to hear perspectives. Unlike our own.
Keywords:
hemp regulation, consumable products, cannabinoids, occupational licenses, criminal offenses, SB 11, Texas attorney general, election crimes, election law enforcement, criminal prosecution, Election Code, Government Code Chapter 402, local prosecutors, county attorney, district attorney, grand jury, probable cause reports, state election offenses, voter fraud, election integrity
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session - part 4 May 19th, 2025
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Hearing no objection, the motions prevail. Senate File 856 be recalled.
- I'd like to address the objection to this process and hearing this bill today that was made by Chair
- We told the person in our agency that was supposed to hear that information.
- This bill has had the hearing.
- What I'm hearing, they may not be the exact words, but what I'm hearing is that in our equally divided
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- We hear you as well.
- We hear you. Thank you. Our next testifier will be Mr.
- I think I know what I'm going to hear. Sure you do. Last but not least today.
- Chair, committee members, thank you for hearing our thoughts.
- Yeah, so we hear you as well. We understand the situation.
Bills:
HF2563
Committee:
House Legacy Finance
Keywords:
HF2563, legacy finance bill, Legacy Amendment, outdoor heritage fund, clean water fund, parks and trails fund, arts and cultural heritage fund, Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council, Clean Water Council, Minnesota legacy funds, habitat conservation, prairie restoration, wetland restoration, forest conservation, riparian buffers, water quality, groundwater protection, drinking water, septic systems, watershed planning
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine managing risk for the long-term in the 7(a) loan program, focusing on hearing from lenders. Feb 26th, 2025 at 01:30 pm
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- Today's hearing provides an opportunity for us to speak with SBA participants to understand their concerns
- Thank you, Madam Chair, very much, and thank you for hosting this hearing to discuss the government's
- And I thank you again for the honor of participating in this hearing.
- Marky and members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify at today's hearing.
- I think we'll go ahead and wrap our hearing.
Keywords:
SBA, 7A loan program, underwriting standards, loan defaults, Community Advantage Program, small business funding, testimony
Summary:
The committee meeting focused on discussions regarding the SBA's 7A loan program and its implementation challenges. Members raised significant concerns about recent changes to the underwriting standards, which have been criticized for leading to an increase in loan defaults. Ranking members expressed a desire for a return to stronger guidelines to protect taxpayers and ensure the program remains a viable source for small businesses struggling to secure funding. Testimonies from community lenders highlighted their efforts to support underserved communities and stressed the importance of the Community Advantage Program.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Chair hears none. The resolution is adopted. Chair: Chair hears none. Resolution is adopted.
- Chair hears none. So ordered. Chair recognizes Senator Paxton for a recognition.
- Chair hears none. The resolution is adopted.
- Chair hears none, so ordered. Senator: ...the following resolutions.
- Chair hears none. The resolutions are adopted. Chair hears none. The resolutions are adopted.
Keywords:
accountants, Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants, advocacy, legislation, business issues, memorial, law enforcement, sacrifice, tribute, community support, service, community, Holocaust, remembrance, antisemitism, human rights, education, Holocaust Remembrance Day, memorialization, sexual assault
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Senate Health and Human Services (02/18/2025)
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you very much. much do you hear about diabetes testing much do you hear about diabetes testing
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Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services