Transcript Highlights:

• So, go<00:32:04.159><c> down</c><00:32:04.320><c> there</c><00:32:04.480><c> and</c><00:32:04.720><c>
• ><c> the</c><00:32:06.159><c> in</c><00:32:06.399><c> the</c><00:32:06.640><c> vault</c><00:32:07.200
• Uh,<00:32:27.360><c> in</c><00:32:27.679><c> my</c><00:32:28.320><c> final</c><00:32:28.720><c> year,
• </c><00:32:29.120><c> I</c><00:32:29.279><c> am</c><00:32:29.440><c> so</c><00:32:29.679><c> glad</c>
• Um, I've<00:32:33.200><c> been</c><00:32:33.360><c> a</c><00:32:33.600><c> long</c><00:32:33.840><c>

Keywords: 981, all

Transcript Highlights:

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• And this uh in quote,<00:32:12.320><c> "If</c><00:32:12.640><c> a</c><00:32:12.799><c> land</c><00:32
• ><c> 5</c><00:32:22.320><c> years</c><00:32:22.720><c> of</c><00:32:22.880><c> the</c><00:32:23.120><
• transfer unless<00:32:25.039><c> an</c><00:32:25.360><c> exemption</c><00:32:26.080><c> is</c><00:32
• </c><00:32:41.600><c> A</c><00:32:41.840><c> new</c><00:32:42.080><c> lang</c><00:32:42.480><c> lang<

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Committee on Water and Land heard HB 511, House Draft 1, relating to public lands. The bill would remove the requirement that a land survey be completed before public lands are set aside to a state department or agency. Testimony from the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Land and Natural Resources was generally supportive of the bill’s intent, with requests for clarification. The Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council and Hawaii Farm Bureau supported the measure, arguing that surveys are costly and time-consuming and can delay transfers needed for agricultural use and land stewardship. One member of the public testified in strong opposition, arguing that eliminating surveys would weaken due process, transparency, and the state’s fiduciary duties over public lands. The chair then proposed amendments to narrow the bill’s effect. The amendments would create tiered survey requirements based on land risk: high-risk lands would still require a survey before transfer, while low-risk state agricultural lands with clear historical records could defer surveys if sufficient mapping or GIS data exists. If a survey is deferred, the recipient agency would have to complete one within five years unless exempted by the Board of Land and Natural Resources. The amendments would also allow GIS and related mapping tools for approximate administrative boundaries, require a centralized digital registry of public land transfers, and establish a mediation process for boundary disputes before litigation. Senator McKelvey said he had concerns about the original bill but would support it with the amendments. The committee chair recommended passage with amendments, noting the bill would also go to the Judiciary Committee. The committee adopted the recommendation by vote, with the chair and vice chair voting aye and Senator Dort voting no.

Transcript Highlights:

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• broke</c><00:32:05.120><c> your</c><00:32:05.279><c> leg,</c><00:32:05.679><c> too</c><00:32:05.840>
• And<00:32:07.200><c> um</c><00:32:07.440><c> so</c><00:32:08.080><c> we</c><00:32:08.480><c> got</c><
• 00:32:08.640><c> a</c><00:32:08.880><c> little</c><00:32:09.120><c> stiffer</c><00:32:10.000><c> um</
• </c><00:32:11.120><c> I</c><00:32:11.360><c> should</c><00:32:11.519><c> say</c><00:32:11.760><c> on<

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The Legislative Administration Committee met to consider SB 197, which concerns medical supervision for the licensed registered nurse employed by the Legislative Facilities Committee. The main discussion focused on an amendment, 2025188H, that adds language about the chief medical officer’s authority to issue standing orders and includes immunity language for civil or criminal liability when acting in good faith and with reasonable care. John Williams of Health and Human Services explained that the language was modeled on similar provisions used for standing orders such as Narcan and epinephrine, and that it was vetted with the Attorney General’s office. Members raised questions about whether the immunity could shield mistakes or apply beyond the State House nurse; the chair clarified that the provision applies to the chief medical officer’s issuance of standing orders under this section, while the nurse’s practice remains governed by RSA 326. Representative Wade moved the amendment, which was seconded and adopted on a roll call vote of 10-0. The committee then voted on SB 197 as amended and recommended it ought to pass as amended, again by a 10-0 roll call vote. The bill was placed on consent, and the chair noted that a written committee report would be prepared. After the vote, the chair briefly updated members on other upcoming matters, including a Senate message on the Gold Star flag bill, the status of an enroll bills issue, and a Senate amendment to HB 248 on ethics. The committee also discussed scheduling for a joint historic committee meeting and a proposed Wentworth Cheswell portrait item, and members offered closing thanks to the chair, clerk, and staff for their work.

Transcript Highlights:

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• :32:29.360><c> can</c><00:32:29.440><c> pull</c><00:32:29.600><c> it</c><00:32:29.760><c> up</c><00:32
• </c><00:32:31.279><c> has</c><00:32:31.440><c> all</c><00:32:31.679><c> sorts</c><00:32:31.919><c> of
• </c><00:32:36.159><c> So</c><00:32:36.399><c> they</c><00:32:36.640><c> started</c><00:32:36.880><c>
• Students<00:32:51.519><c> learn</c><00:32:51.679><c> the</c><00:32:51.919><c> core</c><00:32:52.159><

Keywords: 981, all

Transcript Highlights:

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• 00:32:10.720><c> and</c><00:32:10.960><c> county</c><00:32:11.279><c> level</c><00:32:11.519><c> to</
• think<00:32:14.159><c> would</c><00:32:14.320><c> make</c><00:32:14.480><c> the</c><00:32:14.960><c>
• If<00:32:24.320><c> not,</c><00:32:24.559><c> Senator</c><00:32:24.880><c> Richards,</c><00:32:25.279
• <00:32:54.799><c> Uh</c><00:32:55.440><c> I</c><00:32:55.760><c> vote</c><00:32:56.000><c> I</c><00:32

Committee: Senate Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard several resolutions focused on agriculture, invasive species, biodiversity, and clean energy finance. STR 34/SR 20 asked Hawaii’s congressional delegation to urge USDA to address unequal treatment of Hawaii in exporting agricultural goods; the Department of Agriculture supported the measure. STR 41/SR 25 encouraged each county to develop its own biosecurity plan, with testimony from the Department of Agriculture, the Hawaii Invasive Species Council, and the Coordinating Group on Alien Pest Species supporting county-level planning and coordination. Testifiers emphasized the importance of local response capacity for invasive species, while also noting that quarantine authority should remain at the state level; one witness requested an amendment to include possible legislative changes needed at the state and county levels. STR 110/SR 91 requested a study on the feasibility of a state green bond program, with support testimony submitted by Coalition Earth and no oral testimony from the energy office. Members asked questions about how county biosecurity plans would interface with existing state efforts, and witnesses described current interagency work and county response plans already being developed for species such as little fire ant, coconut rhinoceros beetle, and coqui frogs. The discussion also referenced a recent Oahu coqui detection on Sand Island and the need for flexible treatment options. For the green bond measure, members described it as a potential tool for renewable energy goals. No opposition testimony was presented on the measures discussed. On decision-making, the committees recommended passage of STR 34/SR 20 with technical non-substantive amendments, STR 41/SR 25 with the suggested amendment from CAPS, STR 56/SR 40 without amendment, and STR 110/SR 91 with technical non-substantive amendments. The recommendations were adopted by the committees, and the agenda concluded with adjournment.

Transcript Highlights:

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• 00:32:07.840><c> box</c><00:32:08.399><c> by</c><00:32:08.640><c> lifting</c><00:32:08.960><c> these<
• /c><00:32:18.960><c> we</c><00:32:19.120><c> we</c><00:32:19.519><c> don't</c><00:32:19.600><c> have<
• Are they different<00:32:26.320><c> now</c><00:32:26.559><c> than</c><00:32:26.799><c> the</c><00:32:
• And I like<00:32:35.679><c> I</c><00:32:35.760><c> said,</c><00:32:35.919><c> I've</c><00:32:36.159><

Bills: HB55 , SB15 , SB247 , HB55 , SB15 , SB247

Committee: House Financial Services

Keywords: fishing, licensing, jubilee, Marine life, Alabama, regulations, sex offenders, employment restrictions, first responders, public safety, juvenile offenders, local laws, registration requirements, picketing, protesting, residential protest, noise amplification, amplified sound, residential picketing, harassment

Transcript Highlights:

• And<00:32:02.480><c> that</c><00:32:02.679><c> is</c><00:32:02.840><c> pursuant</c><00:32:03.360><c>
• When,<00:32:10.320><c> if</c><00:32:10.520><c> at</c><00:32:10.640><c> all,</c><00:32:10.840><c> will
• And<00:32:15.560><c> number</c><00:32:15.800><c> two,</c><00:32:16.120><c> what</c><00:32:16.240><c>
• And<00:32:34.080><c> I</c><00:32:34.120><c> do</c><00:32:34.240><c> have</c><00:32:34.400><c> record<
• And<00:32:43.760><c> you</c><00:32:43.800><c> responded</c><00:32:44.320><c> January</c><00:32:44.640

Bills: HB389 , HB469 , HB1510 , HB1573 , HB1705 , HB1858 , HB1875 , HB1946 , HB1961 , HB1962 , HB2001 , HB2093 , HB2096 , HB2097

Keywords: HB389, uncrewed aircraft, drone, drones, UAS, unmanned aerial vehicle, misuse of uncrewed aircraft, criminal offense, felony enhancement, drone crime, public safety, police, deputy sheriff, fire department, intoxicated operation, registration number tampering, property damage, bodily injury, Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Package, Hawaii Revised Statutes

Transcript Highlights:

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• President.<00:32:31.519><c> Ladies</c><00:32:31.760><c> and</c><00:32:31.840><c> gentlemen,</c><00:32
• ,</c><00:32:37.279><c> and</c><00:32:37.519><c> as</c><00:32:37.760><c> tradition</c><00:32:38.240><c
• ><c> a</c><00:32:39.279><c> few</c><00:32:39.440><c> years</c><00:32:39.600><c> ago,</c><00:32:40.320
• </c><00:32:42.000><c> lead</c><00:32:42.240><c> our</c><00:32:42.399><c> prayer,</c><00:32:43.120><c>

Keywords: MS Senate Floor - 17 February, 2026; 10:00 AM, 925, all

Transcript Highlights:

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• ><c> titled</c><00:32:08.240><c> or</c><00:32:08.360><c> registered</c><00:32:08.720><c> or</c><00:32
• c><00:32:14.960><c> want</c><00:32:15.080><c> to</c><00:32:15.200><c> be</c><00:32:15.320><c> street<
• legal it's<00:32:16.559><c> option</c><00:32:17.559><c> uh</c><00:32:17.679><c> or</c><00:32:18.000><
• 32:19.559><c> want</c><00:32:19.679><c> to</c><00:32:19.880><c> go</c><00:32:20.039><c> register</c><

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Kentucky Senate Transportation Committee met with a quorum, approved the February 19 minutes, and opened with a moment of silent prayer for a colleague who had experienced a medical episode. Members also recognized several guests, including students, school board members, and community visitors. The committee then took up Senate Joint Resolution 66, which proposes a task force on Advanced Air Mobility. The sponsor described the measure as a way for Kentucky to study emerging eVTOL and related aviation technology, compare policies with other states, and position the commonwealth to compete for economic development in aviation, aerospace, and logistics. Members expressed support for the forward-looking concept, and the resolution was reported favorably after a roll call vote, with a correction noted that there was no committee substitute attached. The committee next considered Senate Bill 38, dealing with school bus stop-arm safety cameras. The sponsor and a co-sponsor said the bill is permissive, not mandatory, and would help school districts pay for camera purchase, installation, and operation if they choose to use them. They emphasized the goal of reducing illegal passing of stopped school buses, cited survey data showing thousands of violations statewide, and said the bill includes a process for contesting citations and keeps revenue largely within school districts and the court system. A co-sponsor described a personal near-miss involving a child crossing in front of a bus. After discussion, the committee adopted the committee substitute and reported the bill favorably. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 63 on street-legal special purpose vehicles. The sponsor and a witness from Back Roads of Appalachia said the bill is intended to support recreation and economic development in Eastern Kentucky by allowing certain UTVs and similar vehicles to be made street legal under defined safety and registration requirements. They stressed that farm and agricultural vehicles are excluded, that the bill is optional, and that vehicles would need inspection, registration, and safety equipment such as roll bars, seat belts, and windshields. Members asked about whether the bill would affect farm use, whether it was aimed at recreation, and how local governments could restrict use; the sponsor said localities could prohibit these vehicles on certain roads and that the measure was not meant to allow long-distance travel on major roads. The discussion also included a reminder to wear helmets. The transcript ends during the committee’s consideration of SB 63, before a final vote is shown.

Transcript Highlights:

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• </c><00:32:13.919><c> It's</c><00:32:14.159><c> been</c><00:32:14.240><c> a</c><00:32:14.480><c> s</c
• :32:25.760><c> when</c><00:32:26.000><c> I</c><00:32:26.159><c> was</c><00:32:26.399><c> deliberating
• ><c> a</c><00:32:27.200><c> friend</c><00:32:27.360><c> of</c><00:32:27.440><c> mine</c><00:32:27.679
• :32:34.480><c> after</c><00:32:34.720><c> a</c><00:32:34.880><c> while,</c><00:32:35.519><c> uh,</c><

Keywords: 927, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

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• <00:32:09.799><c> it's</c><00:32:09.960><c> important</c><00:32:10.320><c> so</c><00:32:10.440><c> we
• > either</c><00:32:11.679><c> have</c><00:32:11.880><c> four</c><00:32:12.080><c> or</c><00:32:12.320
• 00:32:14.600><c> separate</c><00:32:15.039><c> accesses</c><00:32:15.519><c> to</c><00:32:15.720><c>
• ><c> uh</c><00:32:26.559><c> you</c><00:32:26.679><c> know</c><00:32:28.039><c> it</c><00:32:28.159><

Committee: Senate Transportation

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• So congratulations again for, you know, going out to enjoy the next chapter of life.
• Again, congratulations on this next chapter.

Summary: The Assembly Committee on Agriculture met to hear one bill, SB 1223 by Senator Padilla, which would require district agricultural associations and fairs to follow competitive bidding standards under the Public Contract Code and prohibit sole-source contracting. Senator Padilla and his witness argued the bill was needed to close a loophole exposed by litigation and investigations involving fair contracts, citing alleged bid tailoring and favoritism in San Diego and Orange County fair contracting. They said the measure would promote transparency, accountability, and fair competition, while noting that existing exemptions and guidance should allow smaller fairs to continue routine procurement without difficulty. Committee members asked how the bill would affect small and rural fairs and what steps managers would need to take to comply. The author and witness responded that the bill was aimed at large contracts where abuse had occurred, and that fair managers generally already know how to write RFPs so more than one bidder can qualify. The vice chair indicated support after receiving clarification, and the chair and other members spoke in favor of the bill as a safeguard against corruption. No opposition was presented in committee or public comment. The committee then voted to send SB 1223 to the Appropriations Committee. The roll call showed the measure passing with eight aye votes. Before adjournment, the chair also recognized the committee’s chief consultant, Victor, and secretary, Nicole, for their long service and upcoming retirements, thanking them for their work with the Agriculture Committee.

Transcript Highlights:

• So enjoy your next chapter of your life, but we really did enjoy your time here in the Senate.
• So enjoy your next chapter of your life, but we really did enjoy your time here in the Senate.

Committee: Senate Judiciary B

Summary: The Senate Judiciary B Committee met on May 27 and first approved the minutes from the May 21 meeting. The committee then took up House Bill 75, as amended, which would increase the promotional play tax deduction for gaming facilities from $5 million to $7 million and apply the change to racetracks and other brick-and-mortar casino properties on a phased-in basis. The bill’s author and gaming industry witnesses said the measure would help Louisiana compete with neighboring states, drive visitation, and support horse racing purses and tourism. The committee adopted the amendments and reported HB 75 favorably. The committee next considered House Bill 623, which creates a three-tier system for vapor products and includes related technical changes, including a provision allowing in-person delivery of vapor, alternative nicotine, or smokeless tobacco products by third-party contractors from licensed Louisiana retailers with age verification. Amendments were adopted to correct language and address an effective-date issue tied to another bill. The committee then reported HB 623 with amendments. House Bill 302, which would prohibit the sale of vapor products near schools, was also amended and heard with testimony from the New Orleans Health Department and the American Lung Association. Both witnesses supported youth protections but urged clarifying language to ensure local governments can keep or adopt stricter rules and to avoid conflicts with existing local ordinances; the health department also noted concerns that the bill focuses only on vapor products while youth nicotine use is broader. After discussion, the committee reported HB 302 with amendments. The meeting ended with thanks to staff and members, and the committee adjourned without objection.

Transcript Highlights:

• So enjoy your next chapter of your life, but we really did enjoy your time here in the Senate.
• So enjoy your next chapter of your life, but we really did enjoy your time here in the Senate.

Committee: Senate Judiciary B

Keywords: 974, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Second Corinthians, chapter 4, verses 16 through 18: Therefore, we do not lose heart.
• Second Corinthians, chapter 4, verses 16 through 18.

Bills: SB330 , SB2069 , SB2095 , SB1721 , SB1433 , SB1316 , SB1280 , SB1455 , SB1456 , SB1457 , SB1459 , SB1461 , SB1463 , SB1465 , SB1466 , HJR1088 , SB1684 , SB378 , SB1447 , SB1920 , SB1443 , HR1047 , SB1877 , SB1884 , SB1365 , SB2174 , SB1525 , SB1810 , SB1771 , SB1805 , SB1916 , SB1530 , SB1847 , SB1990 , SB2060 , SB1992 , SB1579 , SB1778 , SB2132 , SB1623 , SB2067 , SB1589 , SB1441 , SB1224 , SB372 , SB1232 , SB1264 , SB1450 , SB2011 , SB2030 , SB1980 , SB1936 , SB1477 , SB1593 , SB1725 , SB1670 , SB1480 , SB1726 , SB1633 , SB1735 , SB1632 , SB1277 , SB1217 , SB1826 , SB1824 , SB1813 , SB1326 , SB1937 , SB1641

Keywords: elk population, wildlife management, Oklahoma State University, veterinary medicine, ecosystem health, habitat assessment, advanced nuclear energy, nuclear power, small modular reactor, SMR, microreactor, generation III+, generation IV, nuclear reactor, nuclear permitting, nuclear licensing, Oklahoma Corporation Commission, OCC, Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Development Revolving Fund

Summary: The House convened, called the roll, offered an invocation, and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The chamber also handled routine business including reassignment of Senate Bills 262 and 1618 to the Rules Committee, and recognized the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Hatoum, and Nurse of the Day, Alexis Watt of Pryor. Several guest groups were introduced from the galleries, including Leadership Lawton-Fort Sill, the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce, Sooner Job Challenge, Elevate Oklahoma students, and the Antlers youth leadership group from Sapulpa. The main legislative item discussed was House Resolution 1047 by Representative Sneed concerning CompSource Mutual Insurance Company. Sneed said the resolution was intended to ensure policyholders are made whole from roughly $1 billion in reserves before any reorganization or conversion, and explained that policyholders should share in the value created by their premiums. Members asked questions about CompSource’s structure, its move from mutual to stock status, whether the resolution was binding, and whether policyholders would receive cash or stock; Sneed said the resolution expresses the will of the House and that the details would be determined by the policyholders and the company. An amendment to the resolution was adopted without objection, and the resolution itself was then adopted without objection. The remainder of the meeting consisted of announcements about committee meetings and events, including devotion, Gen Gov, Post-Secondary Education, Banking, Insurance, Public Health, Rural Caucus, and Oklahoma Film and Music Day. The floor leader then moved to adjourn, and the House adjourned until Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.

Transcript Highlights:

• arrived here in Oklahoma from Wichita, Kansas, and one of them started the Vital Choice Project as the chapter
• One of them started the Vital Choice Project as the chapter founding president.

Bills: SR34

Keywords: recognition, Harvey Pratt, forensic art, legacy, public service

Summary: The Senate convened with roll call, prayer, pledges, and several floor introductions recognizing the Doctor of the Day, Nurse of the Day, and Psychologist of the Day. Members also welcomed the Dover High School boys basketball team, which was honored for winning the Class B-2 state championship and the first basketball title in school history after a 30-2 season; coaches and a team representative briefly thanked the Senate for the recognition. The chamber then considered Senate Resolution 34 honoring the late Harvey Pratt, a longtime OSBI employee, Cheyenne Peace Chief, Marine Corps veteran, and artist known for his forensic work and public memorials. Senator Weaver spoke in support, praised Pratt’s legacy and service, and announced that the new OSBI building at the Chesapeake Complex is planned to be named for him if the family approves. The resolution was adopted unanimously, and members were made coauthors by unanimous consent. The remainder of the session featured multiple gallery introductions for Edmond Day at the Capitol, including Leadership Edmond and several Edmond-area state champions: Edmond Memorial and Edmond North palm squads, Edmond North boys powerlifting, individual wrestling and swimming champions, and Edmond Memorial volleyball champions. Senator Jett also introduced visiting OSU students and TeamPack participants. The only announced action after introductions was a reminder about a gubernatorial debate that evening, followed by adjournment until Tuesday, March 31 at 1:30 p.m.

Transcript Highlights:

• In Section 5, it says nothing in the chapter may be construed to limit the rights of parties to a collective
• In Section 5, it says nothing in the chapter may be construed to limit the rights of parties to a collective

Summary: The Labor and Workplace Standards Committee met to consider four bills, though House Bill 2563 was removed from consideration before action. HB 2188 would require L&I to publish more information about workers’ compensation premium rates and actuarial rate-setting. Members described it as a transparency measure, and it passed the committee 8-0 with one excused. The committee then took up HB 2218, dealing with access to medical care in the workers’ compensation system. The proposed substitute made several changes to provider-network rules, rural access standards, utilization review timelines, and continued treatment after claim closure. Representative Schmidt’s amendment to add more claims managers was adopted, while earlier amendments on inducement and treatment language were withdrawn. The substitute bill passed 6-2 with one excused, with supporters emphasizing rural access and faster care, and opponents raising concerns about the fiscal note and some inducement-related language. HB 2524 would create a State Security Guards Industry Standards Board to set minimum employment standards for security guards and allow enforcement by L&I and, in the original bill, a private right of action. Amendment 236, making technical changes and delaying the board’s first meeting, was adopted, while Amendment 237 to remove the private right of action failed. The amended substitute passed 5-3 with one excused. Supporters said it would improve training, stability, and worker protections, while opponents cited cost concerns and argued it could interfere with existing compensation and bargaining arrangements.

Transcript Highlights:

• I can go into details if you have questions about the program, but the bill would repeal a chapter, which
• There are going to be several chapter rewrites, so that means that there is a lot more pages involved

Summary: The House Health and Welfare Committee convened with a quorum, approved the January 19 and January 20, 2026 minutes, and adjusted its agenda to account for absent members. The committee then introduced several RSs, including RS 3305 on cottage food operations, which would allow certain small-scale entrepreneurs to test refrigerated or frozen foods under a $5,000 threshold without full commercial-kitchen regulation. Members also introduced RS 32945, which would allow directed blood donation, and RS 32947, which would require providers to disclose cash and insurance prices for procedures and let patients choose the cash price while applying it toward deductibles. Committee members raised questions about how the pricing proposal would interact with payer-provider contracts and whether patients would have cash available, but the RS was still introduced. The committee also introduced RS 33015, updating Idaho law on epinephrine delivery systems so school-related self-administration or administration with parental permission would cover both EpiPens and newer single-dose nasal spray options. RS 32948, the oral parity proposal, was introduced after a brief numbering correction; it would address anti-cancer oral medications so patients are not required to pay the full deductible up front for pill forms when comparable IV treatments can be paid over time. Representative Bruce said the goal was to align coverage treatment between oral and intravenous cancer drugs. Finally, the committee heard RS 32915, which would repeal the Yellow Dot Program. Representative Scott said the program, created in 2020, is little used, costs the state money, and is outdated by newer technology and other ways to alert EMS to medical conditions. Members asked about the Senate’s prior inaction and the program’s cost, and the RS was introduced. The chair then shifted to committee business, noting that rules review would begin the next day and likely take several meetings, and asking members to submit budget recommendations by the beginning of the next week. The committee also discussed expectations for members to present RSs once they become bills, and the meeting adjourned without further action.

Transcript Highlights:

• Our page is a member of the Rigby FFA chapter, and her cohorts are with us this afternoon.
• Our page is a member of the Rigby FFA chapter, and her cohorts are with us this afternoon.

Committee: House Agricultural Affairs

Keywords: 989, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I can go into details if you have questions about the program, but the bill would repeal a chapter, which
• There are going to be several chapter rewrites, so that means that there is a lot more pages involved

Committee: House Health and Welfare

Keywords: 989, all