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FL

Florida 2026 5th Special Session

Senate in Session Mar 10th, 2026

Florida Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • State Senate.
  • So I'm going to say on behalf of all of us who live in the middle of the state and the rest of the state
  • Of the state and the rest of the state, but certainly, I'm going to say it for your staff, and they won't
  • and Territorial AIDS Directors, 23 other states, including Washington, D.C., are going through this
  • and Territorial AIDS Directors, 23 other states, including Washington, D.C. are going through this exact
Summary: The Senate convened with a quorum, opening prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, page introductions, and recognition of guests, including a state champion Crossroads Academy basketball team and a student intern. The chamber then took up executive appointment reports from the Ethics and Elections Committee and related committees, which covered a large slate of gubernatorial appointees to state boards and commissions. Senators were given the opportunity to separate nominees for individual votes, and several members spoke in support of or opposition to specific appointees based on qualifications, ideology, and prior public service. The first major confirmation vote covered most of the 186 appointments on the report, with debate centered on three nominees highlighted by Senator Polsky: Ilya Shapiro, Thomas Zachary Smith, and Dr. John Lattell. The report was adopted 31-0 after those objections, and Jeffrey Aaron was then considered separately for the Public Employee Relations Commission. Senators Smith and Polsky opposed Aaron’s confirmation, citing his role as legal counsel to the Hope Florida Foundation and alleged involvement in the transfer of Medicaid settlement funds to political entities; Chair Gates defended Aaron as a lawyer representing a client and noted no disciplinary or law-enforcement action against him. Aaron was confirmed 26-10. The Senate next confirmed Chavon Harris as Secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration after debate focused on her prior leadership at the Department of Children and Families, Medicaid redeterminations, postpartum coverage issues, Hope Florida-related concerns, and a women’s shelter inspection dispute. Supporters emphasized her work stabilizing Medicaid funding and her responsiveness to agency problems, while opponents argued she had overseen serious failures and lacked suitability. The confirmation passed 32-5. Taylor Hatch was then confirmed as Secretary of the Department of Children and Families after committee members noted serious operational concerns at DCF, including SNAP/EBT compliance, child welfare practices, forensic audit issues, and questions about Hope Florida, but also cited her commitment to child welfare and willingness to address problems; the vote was 33-4. After the confirmations, the Senate recessed and later returned for a lengthy tribute to outgoing Senate President Kathleen Pasadomo. Senators from both parties offered personal remarks praising her leadership, diligence, toughness in committee, mentorship, and resilience after personal loss, while also joking about her reputation as a strict rules chair and “bill killer.” The session concluded with the recognition of her service and presentation of a handmade keepsake box filled with letters and mementos from staff and colleagues.
WY
Transcript Highlights:
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  • state state to<00:36:29.920><c> protect</c><00:36:30.480><c> our</c><00:36:30.600><c> elections</c><
  • At one time, we actually approved the new building code, for example, at the state level.
  • In seeing these large energy projects across the state, the SLIB meetings have been well attended by
  • And it would also provide the public more opportunity to have a say in energy policy across the state
Keywords: 916, all
Summary: The chairman opened by explaining that the committee would hear proposed interim topics and then rank them by written submissions rather than debating them one by one. The Public Service Commission presented two topics: an educational session on small water utilities, citing maintenance needs, water-quality compliance, and difficulty accessing capital, and a review of civil penalties for pipeline safety violations because Wyoming’s statutory penalties are far below federal levels and could affect compliance and funding. Members and outside presenters then outlined a range of additional topics. Representative Campbell proposed work on fire protection districts and EMS districts, focusing on financial stability, mill levies, and possible county authority to combine districts and levies. He also raised public records at meetings, corporate filing fees, and fraudulent corporate filings. The Community College Commission proposed updating annexation statutes so communities can join community college districts more easily, especially where current mill-levy rules create funding issues. Senator Crago supported the fraudulent corporate filings topic and noted related technology-based solutions and overlap with blockchain issues. Other proposals included CPA “Pathways” licensing changes to address a shortage of accountants, a review of public meetings and public records laws, continuation of the electricity study with emphasis on grid reliability and large-load capacity constraints, and a broader review of the public meetings and records act. Ashley Harpstreith of the Wyoming Association of Municipalities supported extending municipal audit deadlines and described a statewide shortage of auditors and CPAs. Healthy Wyoming proposed studying health coverage options for low-income working adults, including state-sponsored or cooperative models. Representative Chestek proposed making most nonpartisan county offices elected on a nonpartisan basis. No votes or final selections were taken in the portion provided; the committee mainly heard testimony and discussed whether topics should be assigned to this committee or another one.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Legislative Session Day 6 (1-13-26)

Kentucky House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
  • United States of America and to the United States of America and to the republic<00:01:09.520><c> for
  • ,</c><00:19:03.919><c> Nicholls,</c> Guard, Mount Washington, Nicholls, Guard, Mount Washington, Nicholls
  • To State Government: House Bill 12. Thank you, Mr. Clerk.
  • House Bill 33. to state government house House Bill 33. to state government house bill<00:30:42.480><
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session 3/23/26 - Part 2

Minnesota House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • costs in the state of Minnesota.
  • costs in the when it comes to energy costs in the state<00:27:25.400><c> of</c><00:27:25.480><c> Minnesota
  • The bill was requested by the Minnesota State Patrol and will address concerns State Patrol troopers
  • I recognize a member from Ramsey, Representative Pinto. um State Gov. um State Gov.
  • </c> state government writ large? state government writ large?
Keywords: 1183, house
WA
Transcript Highlights:
  • The next bill is House Bill 2417 relating to changing the Washington Code of Military Justice, including
  • The bill establishes the rights of a victim of an offense under the Washington Code of Military Justice
  • The amendment requires all state and local government statutes, codes, rules, regulations, and other
  • The next bill is House Bill 2249 relating to amending the state civil service statutes to include Washington
  • The next bill is House Bill 2249 relating to amending the state civil service statutes to include Washington
Summary: The State Government, Tribal Affairs and Elections Committee met on February 24, 2026, for what was described as its last regular meeting of the session. The committee reviewed a large slate of bills and gubernatorial appointments, with staff briefing measures on voting rights, voter registration challenges, military justice victims’ rights, terminology changes from “alien” to “non-citizen,” shared leave for hate-crime and immigration-enforcement-related absences, civil service coverage for Washington Technology Solutions security staff, language-access services, small works roster limits, deceased candidates on ballots, postgraduate degree requirements, foreign national participation in elections, public records exemptions, and personal information protections. Several amendments were discussed, including changes to voting-rights language, county-residency requirements for voter-registration challengers, and a proposal on foreign national certifications; a satirical amendment to the terminology bill referencing “extraterrestrial” was also presented and later withdrawn. After caucus, the committee moved into executive session and took action on four gubernatorial appointments, recommending confirmation for Megan Matthews, Reedy Mukapade, Kiana Daniels, and Gauri Shratria, all subject to signatures. The committee then voted out the bills, generally on unanimous voice votes, sending most to the Rules Committee and several fiscal measures to Ways and Means. Amendments were adopted on HB 1710, HB 1750, HB 1916, and HB 2123, while the amendment to HB 2632 was withdrawn. HB 2574 and HB 2637 were noted as not being moved that day. The chair and members closed by thanking staff for their work and adjourned the meeting.
MO

Missouri 2026 Regular Session

Special Committee on Tourism Mar 4th, 2026

Special Committee on Tourism

Transcript Highlights:
  • Conference in Washington, D.C., at the formal banquet... ...colleges and schools of the United States
  • Conference in Washington, D.C.
  • The state of Missouri does not. that you just assume that we do have a state mushroom.
  • Missouri recognizes a state bird, flower, tree, animal, and even a state dinosaur.
  • Missouri recognizes a state bird, flower, tree, animal, and even a state dinosaur.
Summary: The Special Committee on Tourism met with 11 members present, established a quorum, and first went into executive session, where House Bill 2796 was voted do pass unanimously, 13-0. The committee then moved to public hearings. House Bill 2307, sponsored by Rep. Hayden, would designate the Missouri Military Academy in Mexico as the official military academy of the state. The sponsor and supporters said the academy is active, nationally recognized, and important to tourism, recruitment, and the local economy. The academy president testified that it brings an estimated $20 million to $22 million in economic impact and employs 122 people, and other supporters, including alumni and staff, described its educational value and statewide visibility. Members asked about the closure of other military academies and whether the bill would bring tourism and help recruitment. House Bill 3264, sponsored by Rep. Johnson, would make Kansas City the barbecue capital of Missouri. The sponsor highlighted Kansas City’s barbecue history, meatpacking roots, signature styles, and major restaurants and events. Members joked about Kansas City versus St. Louis barbecue and discussed possible promotion, but no opposition was offered. House Bill 3074, sponsored by Rep. Fountain Henderson, would designate April 30 as William Lacy Clay Sr. Day. The sponsor and NAACP testimony emphasized Clay’s civil rights leadership, long congressional service, and legacy of public service and education, with support also noting plans for community and school observances. House Bill 1960, sponsored by Rep. Peters, would designate the smooth chanterelle as Missouri’s official state mushroom. The sponsor and a long list of witnesses from the Missouri Mycological Society, educators, and children testified that the mushroom is native, edible, easy to identify, ecologically important, and tied to Missouri’s hardwood forests and outdoor education. Members asked about safety, look-alikes, and whether it was hallucinogenic; witnesses said it is not psychoactive and is generally safe when properly identified. The chair closed by praising the testimony and indicating support for advancing the bill, and the committee adjourned after concluding the hearing on HB 1960.
MD

Maryland 2026 Regular Session

House Floor Session, 3/23/2026 #2

Maryland House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Washington, health. bill 159, Senator A. Washington, health.
  • So, it would allow them to maintain maintain maintain out-of-state out-of-state out-of-state for<00:17
  • code? code?
  • </c> an opportunity to state their case. an opportunity to state their case.
  • Other states do this. every single year. Other states do this.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Feb 2nd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Pauley Maritime to the California State Assembly.
  • Thank you, Assembly Member Haney, and welcome to the California State Assembly. to the California State
  • That service here in the State Assembly was followed by service in the State Senate before he was elected
  • Doug LaMalfa was not a typical Washington politician.
  • Doug Lamapha was not a typical Washington politician.
Summary: The Assembly met in session, established a quorum, and dispensed with the reading of the previous day’s journal. Members handled routine procedural motions, including permission for guest seating and adjournment-in-memory remarks. A motion by Assemblymember Tangipa to suspend the rules so ACA 12, described as preventing double taxation on roads, could be taken up without reference to file failed on a roll call vote of 17 ayes to 46 noes. The floor then featured several guest introductions and recognitions. Assemblymember Elhawary honored Los Angeles Trade Technical College on its centennial, highlighting its role in accessible education, workforce training, and reentry programs. Assemblymember Addis recognized Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly Maritime for Cal Poly’s 125th anniversary and its students and leadership. Assemblymember Haney welcomed representatives from Heel Palestine and six children from Gaza receiving medical care in California, describing the organization’s humanitarian work and the children’s resilience. The remainder of the session was devoted to adjournment-in-memory tributes. Members honored former Congressman Doug LaMalfa, emphasizing his long public service, rural advocacy, and work on agriculture, water, wildfire prevention, and local representation. The Assembly also remembered Alan Stewart Hammond IV for his civil rights and media policy work, and Rob and Michelle Reiner for their contributions to early childhood programs, equality, and public service. The House then adopted the adjournment motion and recessed until Thursday, February 5 at 9 a.m.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Floor Session Feb 2nd, 2026

California House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Pauley Maritime to the California State Assembly.
  • Thank you, Assemblymember Haney, and welcome to the California State Assembly. to the California State
  • That service here in the State Assembly was followed by service in the State Senate before he was elected
  • Our state is better off because of Doug LaMalfa and his legacy.
  • Doug LaMalfa was not a typical Washington politician.
Keywords: 988, house, all
WA
Transcript Highlights:
  • So first we will start with Jerry Cornfield from the Washington State Standard. Good morning.
  • of Washington, and bringing prosperity back. particularly for one's doing business outside the state
  • Youth Alliance, Team Child, the Washington State Democrats, and Pro-Choice Washington.
  • We had net positive immigration into the state of Washington.
  • And next we will go to Jake Goldstein Street from the Washington State Standard. Thanks, Kim.
Summary: Senate and House Republican leaders used the media availability to focus heavily on affordability and to criticize a newly unveiled Democratic income tax proposal. Leaders John Braun, Drew Stokesbary, and others argued the bill would function as a broader income tax, harm small and medium-sized businesses, include a marriage penalty, deny loss carryforwards, and ultimately raise costs for Washington residents. They also said the proposal would do little to offset regressive taxes and would not meaningfully improve affordability. In response to questions, they said the bill was a non-starter for Republicans and warned it could contribute to business and household outmigration. Republicans also highlighted a range of other bills they said would increase costs or worsen public safety, including proposals related to insurance, tires and 6PPD, textiles, local taxes, social media, cigarettes, and solid waste. They criticized housing-related bills on homelessness and camping near schools and parks, saying they could limit local control and expose cities to lawsuits. On public safety, they said Democratic leaders were not advancing Republican-backed bills on sexually violent predators, family safety, and related issues. Braun also said his bill on oversight of NGOs and suspected fraud had a good hearing and remained a priority, while Republicans said they were watching fraud-related bills and a SNAP-related bill on restricting purchases of unhealthy foods. The leaders said they were holding listening sessions on the initiatives because they believe the legislature must give them precedence, and they said they invited both supporters and opponents to participate. They also discussed Senate Bill 602 on automated license plate readers, saying it had bipartisan support in committee but still faced concerns from cities, counties, and law enforcement. On the governor’s statement that he could not support the income tax proposal as written, Republicans said it showed there may be room for negotiation within the Democratic side, but they doubted Republicans would be included in those talks. No votes were taken during the media availability.
VT

Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Session - 2026-01-28 - 3:30PM

Vermont House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> &gt;&gt; to energy and digital infrastructure. &gt;&gt; to energy and digital infrastructure.
  • Customs and Border Protection agents in the state of Minnesota.
  • Uh, 10 members of Third Act Vermont are here from Washington, Windham, and Windsor counties.
  • Vermont are here from Washington, Vermont are here from Washington, Windham,<00:08:13.759><c> and</c>
  • law. appraising established by the state law.
Keywords: 926, house, all
VT

Vermont 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Session - 2026-05-29 - 1:32PM

Vermont House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We do in fact have small data centers in the state of Vermont.
  • They're centers in the state of Vermont.
  • I am well aware of how difficult it is to develop here in the state of Vermont.
  • No large data center is going to come to the state of Vermont.
  • first states to do something.
Keywords: 926, house, all
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Committee Jun 29th, 2026

Budget and Fiscal Review

Transcript Highlights:
  • It clarifies the use of Adoption Assistance Program funds for in-state and out-of-state out-of-home placement
  • A lot of it has come from Washington.
  • And the State Controller's Office, it says the State Controller's Office administers the property tax
  • And the state controller's office, it says the state controller's officers administer property stock
  • They are a state-only population.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
MA

Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions Mar 17th, 2026

Special Joint Committee on Initiative Petitions

Transcript Highlights:
  • Most states, however, do not allow rent control and explicitly prohibit it, including about 32 states
  • It's why investors and developers continue to build in Washington, Oregon, California, New Jersey, Washington
  • Okay, we need state resources to fight that.
  • We are a rent-burdened state.
  • Nothing gets done in this state.
Bills: H5008
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Public Safety Committee Apr 14th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • This marked the first Welfare and Institutions Code Section 876 hearing of its kind anywhere in the state
  • Who conducted the first Welfare and Institutions Code Section 876 hearing in the state.
  • or doctor who is out of state.
  • Those states get to pass their own laws and make their own decisions; that is states’ rights.
  • Additionally, while a bench warrant can be issued for non-Vehicle Code infractions, this bill states
Summary: The committee heard a long agenda of public safety bills, with several measures pulled off calendar and one consent calendar adopted. AB 2419 by Assembly Member Quirk-Silva would extend body-worn cameras to Los Angeles County juvenile probation officers. Supporters said cameras would improve accountability, youth and officer safety, and public trust; opponents argued the bill would not solve deeper problems in juvenile halls and raised concerns about officer discretion, privacy, and labor issues. The bill passed to Appropriations on a roll call vote. AB 1902 by Assembly Member Pellerin, co-sponsored by Santa Cruz County, would revise the juvenile detention extension hearing process in response to the Madison Middleton case. Supporters, including the victim’s mother and county officials, said the bill would clarify jurisdiction, allow continuances, permit hearsay at the probable cause stage, extend the maximum detention period, and better protect the public and victims from repeated trauma. Opponents from public defender, youth justice, and civil liberties groups argued the bill expands civil commitment, reduces review frequency, and could lead to inappropriate adult placement. The committee approved the bill to Appropriations, with some members noting remaining concerns. AB 2052 by Assembly Member Stephanie would allow continuity in prosecution for elder and dependent adult abuse cases, including a limited continuance so the same prosecutor can stay with a case. Supporters said older victims and those with dementia or other impairments benefit from a single point of contact and less repeated trauma; opponents said the bill could undermine speedy-trial rights and was broader than necessary. The bill passed to Judiciary. AB 1588, also by Assembly Member Stephanie, would strengthen sideshow and street takeover enforcement by adding motorcycles and dirt bikes to the law and increasing penalties. Supporters framed it as a public safety and accountability measure, while opponents warned it would expand punishment, surveillance, and fines without addressing root causes; the bill was sent to Transportation on a roll call vote. AB 1753, another Stephanie bill, would tighten firearm relinquishment and protective-order enforcement, expand remote hearing access, and align firearm prohibitions across protective order categories; it passed to Judiciary. The committee also heard AB 1739 by Assembly Member Ward, which would criminalize clergy sexual exploitation when clergy provide therapeutic services, with survivors and advocates testifying in support.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Legislative Session Day 26 (2-12-26)

Kentucky House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • The state government committee illness.
  • To Natural Resources and Energy, Senate Bill 172.
  • To State Government, House Bill 567.
  • Primary and energy, Senate Bill 172.
  • To state government, House 572, and 574. To state government, House Bill<00:47:14.079><c> 567.
Summary: The House convened with an invocation, the Pledge of Allegiance, a quorum present, and approval of the prior day’s journal. Committee reports were read for a range of bills and resolutions, including measures on privacy protection, theft by deception, social work, licensed occupations, an adult workforce diploma pilot program, parole board changes, alternative high school diplomas, campaign finance, child care, mental health treatment, gubernatorial transitions, unclaimed property, and state contracts. Those items received first reading and were placed on the calendar. The chamber then considered House Bill 253, relating to reading and language arts instruction. Supporters said the bill follows the earlier Read to Succeed law by requiring instruction grounded in the science of reading and phasing out the three-cueing system, which they argued encourages memorization rather than phonics. A member from House District 93 opposed the prohibition, saying teachers need flexibility and that some district-approved methods remain useful in classrooms. The House adopted the committee substitute and passed the bill 94-1, then laid a motion to reconsider on the table. House Bill 508, relating to the protection of veterans benefits, was also debated and passed unanimously 93-0. The sponsor said the bill regulates paid veterans-claims services, requires clear disclosures about free services, limits fees, bars certain practices, and adds annual reporting, while exempting attorneys and law firms. Several members spoke in support, citing personal experiences and the need to protect veterans from bad actors, though some also expressed concern about access to help and urged future federal accreditation language. House Concurrent Resolution 44, urging Congress to create a VA accreditation pathway for private claims companies, was adopted 95-0, and House Bill 436, creating a PGA HOPE-related state parks benefit for veterans and active-duty military participants, passed 94-0. At the end of the session, the House received Senate Bill 172, relating to utility fuel adjustments and declaring an emergency, for first reading and return to committee. Members also made announcements about upcoming breakfasts, meetings, guest groups, and other events.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
  • The New Mexico State Parks Division has 35 state parks in 23 of 33 counties across the state of New Mexico
  • of New Mexico Energy and Minerals and Natural Resources Department State Parks Division.
  • San Miguel County has the most state parks of any county in the state, with four state parks.
  • In the state of North Carolina, we saw it in the state of Maryland and in the state of Arizona.
  • So for the entire Navajo Nation, And the entire United States, the Navajo Code Talker Museum belongs
WA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Now, moving on to the petitioner's claims concerning the Washington State Charter School Commission's
  • We'll now hear from the executive director of the Washington State Charter School Commission, Marcus
  • Director of the Washington State Charter School Commission, Marcus Harden, the floor is yours.
  • I'm the Executive Director of the Washington State Charter School Commission, entering my second year
  • If Washington allows this to happen, we will be the only state that does not use this in state statute
Summary: The Joint Administrative Rules Review Committee (JARC) met on July 31, 2026 to consider a citizen petition challenging the Washington State Charter School Commission’s April 2026 continuity of operations policy. Staff explained JARC’s authority under the Administrative Procedures Act and framed the issue as whether the Commission was using a policy in place of a rule, and whether that policy was within legislative intent. Staff also reviewed the Charter School Commission’s statutory framework, including limits on charter terms, transfer provisions involving the State Board of Education, and the Commission’s new process for identifying nonprofit operators to assume existing charter contracts when schools close or contracts are surrendered, revoked, or not renewed. The petitioner, Cesar Harrison, argued the Commission had created a new transfer mechanism through policy rather than rulemaking, potentially bypassing statutory procedures and extending charter authority beyond the five-year framework. Commission Executive Director Marcus Hardin responded that the policy was only a procedural framework for evaluating proposals, not a transfer of contracts or creation of new authority, and said the Commission had used similar discretionary processes before. Public testimony from the Washington Education Association supported the petition, emphasizing that the policy should have gone through formal rulemaking for transparency and public input. After discussion, committee members asked staff about the statute’s silence on contract continuation and the relationship between the Commission’s practice and legislative authorization. The committee then voted 7-0, with two members excused, to find that the Charter School Commission is using a policy or interpretive statement in place of a rule and that it is not within the intent of the Legislature as expressed by the statute. Staff explained that the finding will be sent to the agency, which must hold a hearing and then notify JARC of its intended action; JARC may later object to that action or take further steps. The committee then adjourned.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Finance Division I (03/09/2026)

Transcript Highlights:
  • To the extent that uh access to state.
  • That’s what I’m trying to avoid. on each state, local, and federal on each state, local, and federal
  • Oh, okay. stated as the intent of this bill, I stated as the intent of this bill, I would<00:17:45.360
  • </c> facilities that can provide that energy. facilities that can provide that energy.
  • </c> plant in the state. plant in the state.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
Summary: The committee began a work session on House Bill 1600, concerning access to the centralized voter registration database on election days. Secretary of State David Scanlan testified that the state already has a new statewide voter registration system connected to town clerks and supervisors of the checklist, and that the bill was probably unnecessary but acceptable if the legislature wanted it. He raised concern about language that could require direct electronic access in every polling place, noting that some polling locations lack reliable internet or cell service and that municipalities can change polling locations, which could make a rigid requirement expensive and impractical. Members discussed whether the bill should be clarified to allow direct or indirect access, including use of a phone-based workaround, and the secretary said that would address his concern. The committee then voted on HB 1600. Representative Maguire moved ought to pass with an amendment adding “direct or indirect access” on page one, line seven, and the motion was seconded. The amendment was adopted 9-0 by voice vote, and the committee then voted 9-0 to OTP the bill. The chair stated that HB 1600 would be placed on consent. The committee next took up House Bill 1197F FN, a technical correction to insurance laws. Members noted it had already passed the House with amendment and that the fiscal note was effectively indeterminate but would not affect the general fund because the insurance agency is self-funded. The committee voted 9-0 to OTP the bill; the chair said consent calendar placement would be decided by the full committee. Finally, the committee opened a work session on House Bill 11:30 FN regarding judicial performance evaluations. Representative Lynn, the bill’s sponsor, argued that the fiscal note overstated the immediate cost and said the judicial branch could likely manage through the current biennium while implementing the new system. He also supported making judges’ names public and said the bill’s anonymity provisions were aimed at protecting the identities of questionnaire respondents, not the judges being evaluated. Members asked about public disclosure, internal access to evaluation materials, and the removal of language allowing the governor and executive council to receive evaluations on request; discussion continued on those points, but no final vote on HB 11:30 FN was taken in the portion provided.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • The impact, as we stated, is fairly large. It would be about 10% of the stated is fairly large.
  • We're one of, you know, we're the state that is identified as the, quote, progressive climate state,
  • ...the only project in the state like that? Is it the most advanced project in the state?
  • the state as well.
  • clean energy tax credits.
Keywords: 988, house, all