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TX
Transcript Highlights:
- It’s difficult for them internally in accounting to make the payments and to go back and reopen a prior
- As a state representative, a state senator, and in the United States Congress, she herself was a registered
- This was just a great loss, not just to Dallas, but to the whole United States.
- We don't know very much about beneficiary fraud in the United States or in Texas, and we don't really
Bills:
HB660, HB4845, HB3902, HB5396, HB4615, HB1825, HB1403, HB4336, HB4585, HB4371, HB863, SB1589, HB5223, HB3195, HB2734
Keywords:
child protective services, adult protective services, caseload limits, call processing goals, child-care licensing, employee workload, reporting requirements, employee caseload limits, protective services, workload management, accountability, Department of Family and Protective Services, employee goals, call processing, child care, human resources, government accountability, Medicaid, provider enrollment, revalidation
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Friday, September 19, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs (10/01/2025)
Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands
- Um, about 10% of the individuals who close will reopen within 30 days, meaning that they get a notice
- We have a a couple people within our Medicaid<01:35:19.199><c> unit</c><01:35:19.520><c> that</c><01:
- that when we see someone Medicaid unit that when we see someone has<01:35:22.320><c> vulnerability</
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Communications and Conveyance Committee Mar 19th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- to provide: a nationwide regulated telecommunications network available to all the people of the United
- And when we look at reopening the rulemaking, people already feel like none of that record from the first
- new rulemaking, after denying the first application in June 2023, a year later, the CPUC has now reopened
- You take the fact that the United States Congress had to pass a digital discrimination law; you know,
Summary:
The committee held an informational hearing on Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) to examine its history, current operation, and possible future changes in California. Chair Tasha Berner said the hearing was prompted in part by AT&T’s 2023 request for relief from COLR obligations and by broader concerns about public safety, affordability, universal service, and access to modern broadband and telecommunications. The first panel featured a telecommunications expert who traced COLR back to universal service principles and explained how states have handled COLR differently, including full deregulation, limited rural obligations, or transition pathways tied to competition and customer protections. Members asked about affordability, federal and state processes for service withdrawal, and whether COLR remains necessary given modern competition.
CPUC staff then described California’s COLR framework, explaining that universal service rests on access, reliability/quality, and affordability, and that COLR requires carriers to provide basic service, including voice-grade calling, 911 access, relay services, and Lifeline. Staff said AT&T’s application sought relief in nearly all of its territory, but no replacement COLR came forward during the proceeding, and public participation hearings drew thousands of comments and strong concern from rural and vulnerable customers. The CPUC outlined its ongoing rulemaking to reconsider whether the 1996 COLR rules and 2012 basic-service definition still fit current conditions, with workshops and public hearings scheduled and a proposed decision expected later in the year or into 2026. Members pressed staff on geographic outreach, wireless coverage, whether broadband can be part of basic service, public safety during wildfires, and what reporting and complaint processes currently exist.
In the final panel, industry and public-interest witnesses sharply disagreed. A U.S. Telecom representative argued COLR is outdated, costly, and copper-focused, and said reform should allow technology-neutral alternatives such as wireless, fiber, and satellite while preserving reliable voice and emergency access. The CPUC Public Advocates Office countered that COLR remains a necessary public safeguard, especially for rural and low-income customers, and argued that any transition should maintain or improve service, with public benefits such as broadband investment and continued protections for 911, disability access, and affordability. Committee members focused on the difference between an obligation to serve everyone and a mere option to serve, and on whether the Legislature should provide clearer guidance as the CPUC’s rulemaking moves forward.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 5 on State Administration Apr 1st, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- This position would be part of the department's cannabis track and trace field support unit.
- Total units sold at retail, so that's you know production at the farm.
- If we go all the way up through final retail, units sold were up about five percent in 2024.
- Quantity produced is up, prices are down, and unit prices are down more.
- Those are the things that interact to tell us how much is produced and what unit prices are.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House/Senate DFL Press Conference 4/10/25
Transcript Highlights:
- jerking these men and women around who have dedicated their lives to serving our communities and the United
- The deferred resignation program, also known as the fork in the road, has been reopened again until April
- The deferred resignation program, also known as the fork in the road, has been reopened again until April
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 4/2/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- And I'm told there are 11 million jobs in the United States downstream of the mining industry.
- John Arbogast, United Steelworkers District 11 staff rep. I work for the international union.
- </c><00:15:04.880><c> 11</c><00:15:05.199><c> staff</c> United Steel Workers District 11 staff United
- We were thrilled to reopen Steel County.
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WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Postsecondary Education & Workforce Jan 27th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Postsecondary Education & Workforce
Transcript Highlights:
- GET account values are measured in units, with 100 units covering one year of resident undergraduate
- Get account values are measured in units, with 100 units covering one year of resident undergraduate
- We got a positive ruling just this spring, finally, that said we are able to scholarship units as we
- intended in the bill if we, in the original... ...said we are able to scholarship units as we intended
- I'm a veteran of the United States Navy, and I've worked in the private security industry for over a
Keywords:
education, scholarship, early childhood, funding, higher education, early education, support, degree seekers, private security, security guard, armed security guard, security company, licensing fees, license renewal, endorsement fee, fingerprints, background check, workforce retention, low-wage workers, public safety
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
April 22, 2025 - 10:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Hb 391 restores balance reopens a pathway that many individuals have found a critical to the recovery
- It doesn't put 500 people necessarily into one unit. That's 500 people per CRA for patients.
- It increases the access to telehealth a mobile health units.
- But when they're on the mobile unit, it's general supervision, which means the dentist is not on site
- One in 4 people who have a PE die without warning more people die from a PE in the United States each
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Senate Organization Session Nov 19th, 2024
Florida Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The President: I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for
- do solemnly swear that I will support, protect, and defend the Constitution and Government of the United
- do solemnly swear that I will support, protect, and defend the Constitution and Government of the United
- do solemnly swear that I will support, protect, and defend the Constitution and Government of the United
- Do solemnly swear that I will support, protect, and defend the Constitution and Government of the United
Summary:
The Florida Senate convened for its organizational session with prayer, presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem, followed by a moment of silence for the mother of Senator Fine. The chamber then received special guests and administered oaths to newly elected senators after reading certificates of election from the Secretary of State. Tracy Campbell Cantella was nominated and unanimously elected Secretary of the Senate, then sworn in. Ben Albritton was nominated, seconded, and elected as President of the Senate for the 2024–2026 term, and Jason Brodeur was later nominated, seconded, and elected President Pro Tempore. Both leaders were sworn in and delivered extended remarks about faith, service, Florida’s economy and education, hurricane recovery, insurance, rural communities, agriculture, water quality, Israel, veterans, and the need for data-driven, accountable government.
After the leadership elections, the Senate adopted its rules for the new term and authorized the Secretary to make technical and conforming changes. The chamber also adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 2-O-RG, which establishes the joint rules of the Florida Legislature for 2024–26. A committee was appointed to notify the House that the Senate had convened for organization, and the committee later reported back that the House had been informed. The Senate then received a communication from the Democratic caucus certifying that Senator Jason Pizzo was elected Democratic leader and Senator Tracie Davis Democratic leader pro tempore for the term.
The session included additional remarks recognizing Senate staff and security personnel, as well as tributes to the late John Pasidomo and a moment of silence for him. The meeting concluded with a performance of “Amazing Grace,” brief closing comments, and an attempted motion to adjourn sine die that was briefly tabled until the House confirmed it was convened and ready to transact business. The Senate then adjourned sine die.
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- A unit owner may bring action to enforce the resale certificate requirements.
- Pretty simply, this amendment just removes the window units from the bill.
- We will now reopen the public hearing on EHB 1501.
- Under the GMA, an ADU is defined as a dwelling unit that is located on the same lot as a housing unit
- ... ...small units for family members, caregivers, or renters.
Keywords:
residential building, construction permits, housing development, planning efficiency, state regulations, affordable housing, homelessness, homeless shelter, emergency shelter, emergency housing, supportive housing, permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, low-income housing, very low-income, extremely low-income, housing crisis, land use, zoning, local preemption
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Higher Education and Workforce Development Apr 7th, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Higher Education and Workforce Development
Transcript Highlights:
- We reopened a residence hall in the fall that was about $23.5 million, that the university had just accumulated
- We reopened our largest residence hall, which houses just over 300 students.
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 3221, sponsored by Rep. David Castile, which would restrict state funding for higher education programs identified as low-earning based on a forthcoming federal list. Castile said the goal was to align taxpayer support with programs that provide a stronger return on investment and asked the committee to consider the concept as the bill continues to evolve. Members from both parties raised concerns that the proposal could unfairly target valuable fields such as teaching, social work, early childhood education, liberal arts, and other programs whose graduates may earn less initially but still provide public value or later succeed in other careers. Several witnesses in opposition argued the bill was premature because the federal list is not final, the earnings test is uncertain, and the measure could reduce access to essential programs or discourage universities from offering them. A witness in support said the federal government has already begun limiting aid for certain low-earning programs and argued the state should mirror that approach. No vote was taken, and the hearing ended after testimony.
The committee then heard House Bill 3416, sponsored by Rep. La Keysha Bosley, which would create a Strengthening HBCUs Fund for Lincoln University and Harris-Stowe State University. Bosley said the bill is intended to address long-standing underfunding of historically Black colleges and universities by dedicating 1% of certain gaming proceeds and related funds to capital improvements and other grant-related needs. She said the measure would support classrooms, residence halls, labs, student services, technology, and endowment growth, and noted that similar state programs exist elsewhere. Members asked about the expected revenue, the mechanics of the fund, and whether other funding streams or stakeholders had been consulted. Lincoln University President John Mosley testified in support, describing recent growth, new facilities, and the need for additional revenue to avoid debt and continue expansion. No opposition witnesses testified, and the committee concluded the hearing without taking action.
ND
North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session
Budget Section Commerce and Legal Service Division Mar 18th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- After ND Country Fest declined their $4 million grant in early 2006, the application window was reopened
- The application window was reopened on February 12 and closed again on March 12.
Summary:
The Budget Section’s Commerce and Legal Services division met to review the Department of Commerce base budget and current program activities for the 2027-29 biennium. Legislative Council staff first walked through a new “blue sheet” summary explaining what is included in Commerce’s base budget, with emphasis on salaries, operating costs, and especially grant authority funded largely by federal dollars. Members asked about how grant funding is coordinated across agencies, and staff noted that some programs, such as LIHEAP and UAS-related work, involve interagency collaboration and federal budget authority that may not match exact cash received.
Commerce Commissioner Chris Schilke then presented on grant administration, the department’s transparency page, and several grant programs, including Destination Development and Automate ND. Members questioned how many entities apply for grants, what criteria are used, whether return on investment is tracked, and how long grant awards take to reach recipients. A lengthy exchange followed over whether Commerce must follow state procurement law or instead administer grants using its own “best practices” process; the commissioner said the department’s approach was based on legal guidance and competitive grantmaking, while some legislators argued the process should more closely reflect legislative intent.
The department also highlighted the North Dakota Development Fund, child care loans, and workforce initiatives. Commerce described Development Fund investments, including examples of successful projects and a child care loan program that has supported 43 active businesses serving 3,754 children. Staff also outlined a new non-primary-sector lending framework and said a workforce and housing sub-cabinet are working on more coordinated statewide strategies. Workforce Director Katie Ralston Howell presented a broad workforce-system assessment, a new shared vision, and task forces focused on simplifying entry, improving warm handoffs, and building a public dashboard of shared metrics; members discussed higher education alignment, career pathways, and the need for better handoffs from schools to employers. No formal votes were taken, and the meeting ended with plans to continue these budget discussions in June, including the Attorney General budget.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
Appropriations Jan 14th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And as a plug for those who don't follow the North Florida happenings, the Apalachicola Bay was reopened
- in January and will be reopened through February for oyster harvesting, which is a huge win for that
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee first took up SB 7010, which would authorize Roth contributions in state and local deferred compensation plans. Senator Mayfield explained that current law only allows pre-tax contributions, and the bill would let the Department of Financial Services and local governments offer post-tax Roth options. The bill had one support appearance card, no debate, and was reported favorably by roll call vote.
The committee then received a lengthy presentation from the Governor’s Office of Policy and Budget on the governor’s recommended “Floridians First” budget, totaling $117.4 billion and $53.2 billion in general revenue. The presentation highlighted reserves, debt paydown, tax relief, and proposed reductions and efficiencies, along with major spending areas in education, health care, public safety, corrections, transportation, and economic development. Key proposals included higher K-12 funding, teacher salary increases, funding for Everglades and water quality projects, emergency preparedness, corrections staffing and facility funding, cybersecurity, law enforcement recruitment bonuses, and affordable housing and infrastructure investments.
Members asked extensive questions about property tax reserves, litigation funding, emergency response fund balances and spending, the Alligator Alcatraz detention facility and federal reimbursement, the Second Amendment sales tax holiday, animal abuse hotline funding, Hope Florida, corrections staffing, and teacher pay. A major portion of the discussion focused on the Department of Health’s planned changes to the ADAP HIV medication program, with senators and a public witness expressing concern about access to life-saving medications and possible misuse or redirection of funds. The committee did not take further action on the budget presentation, and the meeting ended after additional comments supporting the budget and the corrections funding, with SB 7010 already approved.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House DFL Press Conference 5/19/25
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice Feb 12th, 2025
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice
Transcript Highlights:
- They have multiple units.
- And it's going to require 18 more housing units and 461 more staff.
- And it's going to require 18 more housing units and 461 more staff.
- And it's going to require 18 more housing units and 461 more staff.
- units and you need 800 staff.
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice heard an update from Department of Corrections Secretary Ricky Dixon on staffing, overtime, capital needs, and inmate population growth. Dixon said the prison population has risen by about 8,000 since January 2021 while staffing has not kept pace, forcing the agency to open 53 housing units without funded positions and rely heavily on overtime and National Guard support. He cited a $189 million deficit tied to salaries and overtime, noted that most staff have less than three years of experience, and argued the solution is to fully fund posts for operational housing units. He also reviewed the department’s fixed capital outlay projects, including repairs, new housing construction, and medical modular units intended to reduce outside hospital transports, and gave an update on the VINE victim notification system and its expansion.
The committee then heard from Florida clerks of court representatives Jason Welty and Miami-Dade Clerk Juan Fernandez-Barquin, who described clerks’ court-related and county duties and said clerk budgets have not kept pace with the broader justice system. They requested reimbursements for injunctions for protection ($3.3 million), Baker Act/Marchman Act/sexually violent predator cases ($2.5 million), and juror management ($4.8 million), and said future funding for new judges should include the full courtroom system, not judges alone. Fernandez-Barquin also raised concerns about unfunded mandates, rising retirement and health costs, low court-side pay, and the need to revisit filing fees and trust fund allocations. Members asked about collections, payment plans, license suspensions, and whether some fees or trust fund distributions could be redirected; the governor’s budget had already picked up the $2.5 million request for Baker/Marchman/SVP cases.
During public testimony, speakers urged broader criminal justice reforms and additional funding priorities. A prosecutor emphasized that adding judges requires funding for prosecutors, public defenders, and clerks as well. Other speakers called for parole or long-term sentencing reform to reduce prison populations and costs, criticized staffing and conditions in prisons, and raised concerns about inexperienced correctional officers, visitation delays, and lack of air conditioning in some facilities. The committee took no substantive votes on the items discussed and adjourned after hearing the presentations and public comments.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight Mar 3rd, 2026
Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- We're going to reopen that vote. Chairman, votes aye.
- This is no alien or any person who is not a citizen in the United States or foreign government arbitrator
- Do you believe that there are members of the terrorist country of Iran that are in the United States
- We just entered into a war with the worst terrorist country in the United States.”
- I was in the United States Marine Corps for 10 years. I'm trained to kill and break things.
Bills:
HB1016, HB1453, HB1992, HB2015, HB2940, HB2959, HB2997, HB3037, HB3045, HB3053, HB3087, HB3267, HB3301, HB3453, HB3495, HB3521, HB3581, HB3584, HB3586, HB3587, HB3662, HB3691, HB3695, HB3697, HB3742, HB3743, HB3845, HB4058, HB4125, HB4198, HB4227, HB4425
Keywords:
minors, content creation, trust account, compensation, civil action, digital content, Oklahoma statutes, foreign ownership, property rights, agricultural land, Attorney General, divestment, real estate, felony penalties, motor vehicles, towing services, combination vehicles, wrecker fees, possessory lien, landlord
Summary:
The committee heard and advanced a large number of bills covering tort claims, criminal law, child protection, licensing, housing, and public transparency. Early measures included HB 3037, adding students in curricular activities to the Government Tort Claims Act definition of employee; HB 3581, revising riot statutes and removing a no-bail provision; HB 458, allowing voluntary blood type notation on driver’s licenses; HB 2929, tightening mandatory child abuse reporting by school employees; and HB 3087, extending garnishment notice and objection timelines. All of those bills received unanimous or near-unanimous due-pass recommendations.
Several bills drew more substantial discussion. HB 4227, the Cindy Clemishire Act, was amended to allow minors to discuss sexual abuse with health care providers and was named after a survivor; it passed 13-0. HB 4125, restoring Second Amendment rights to certain nonviolent felons, passed 13-1 but members raised concerns about federal law and asked for further explanation before floor consideration. HB 1453, which would criminalize hostile foreign nationals and entities owning Oklahoma real property and agricultural land, generated extensive debate over indirect ownership, foreclosure timelines, logrolling, and constitutional concerns, and it ultimately failed 3-10. HB 3521, modernizing money transmission regulation and adding payment processors and digital asset kiosks, passed 13-0.
Other measures advanced after questions or minor amendments, including HB 3691 on self-certifying medical fitness for a Class D license, HB 2015 on landlord-tenant repair and tenant remedies, HB 2940 on recording public meetings, HB 1016 on trust protections for minors appearing in monetized online content, HB 3267 making breaking and entering an occupied dwelling a felony without needing proof of another intended crime, HB 3695 expanding the definition of great bodily injury for DUI cases, HB 3453 shifting the burden in eminent domain cases to the condemning authority, and HB 3053 creating parole review criteria for older eligible inmates. The committee also advanced bills on self-defense definitions, straw purchasing of land for prohibited foreign parties, human trafficking parole guidelines, child welfare/adoption terminology, outpatient treatment, child support-related license revocations, workplace violence protective orders, and protections for charities reporting sexual misconduct. The meeting ended with several bills laid over and the committee adjourning, with a note that it would meet again Thursday.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Education Committee Members Address ICE Presence Near Minnesota Schools - 01/27/26
Transcript Highlights:
- Paul and Minneapolis, have reopened the option of remote learning for students.
- Thank you. and Minneapolis's have reopened the and Minneapolis's have reopened the option<00:29:20.640
Summary:
The meeting focused on the impact of recent ICE enforcement activity in Minnesota, especially on schools, students, and families. Speakers, including legislators, superintendents, a school board chair, teachers, parents, and a student, described fear in immigrant and non-immigrant communities, increased absenteeism, disrupted school routines, and broader trauma affecting children’s mental health and learning. Several speakers said students were staying home, families were avoiding bus stops and public places, and educators were taking on extra duties such as transporting students, delivering food, and helping with housing and remote learning options.
Testimony included specific examples from Columbia Heights, Fidley Public Schools, Rochester, and Maple Grove. Speakers reported detained students and family members, canceled in-person classes in some districts, expanded virtual learning, and sharp attendance declines; one superintendent cited more than 530 additional daily absences in Rochester and large increases in excused absences among multilingual, low-income, Asian-American, and Latino students. A parent and student speaker described organizing neighborhood safety efforts and a planned student walkout to demand safe busing, suspension of a policy that unenrolls students after 15 consecutive absences, and a pause on standardized testing.
The speakers repeatedly called for ICE to be removed from schools and from Minnesota, and urged elected officials to act to protect children and educators. One senator reflected on democracy, liberty, and freedom from fear, linking the situation to the purpose of public education. No formal committee vote or legislative action was taken during the excerpt; the session ended with a transition to questions and a call for community responsibility and support.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:34:53.440><c> her</c> scar tissue, was able to reopen her scar tissue, was able to reopen her
- Why is Hampshire and the United States.
- </c> reopening the entire budget framework. reopening the entire budget framework.
- Um, as of 2024, one in every 25 obstetric units has closed its doors.
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AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/18/2026 - Senate Health and Human Services
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- The Vista Kalina Family Shelter has four crisis units.
- At the Haven for older adults, 90 single units and 40 double units, so in fact there are 170 beds across
- the 130 units.
- We use the double units as single units mostly, except for in certain instances we'll place people in
- and 40 double units so in fact there there's 170 beds across the 130 units we use the double units as
Keywords:
orders of protection, domestic violence, court procedures, legal guardian, enforcement, healthcare, licensed health aides, scope of practice, ventilator care, training standards, medical freedom, healthcare mandates, employment requirements, public health, government regulation, elderly, physical disabilities, Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, home and community based services, funding increase