Transcript Highlights:

• and… …connection of parks where they exist and using greenways and blueways to connect them where water
• I’d like to thank the bill sponsors who are taking up the responsibility of attempting to regulate AI
• I'll wait for the point of water here in a minute.

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• , and connection of parks where they exist, and using greenways and blueways to connect them where water
• I’d like to thank the bill’s sponsors who are taking up the responsibility of attempting to regulate
• That's a quote from, I'll wait for the point of water here in a minute.

Summary: The House approved the journal from the prior day and received Senate messages on House Joint Resolutions 173 and 174, along with committee reports recommending passage of several measures, including House Bill 2180, House Bill 1870, House Bill 2596, House Bill 1866, House Bill 2536, House Bill 2855, and House Joint Resolution 115. The chamber then took up a series of Senate amendments and third-reading bills, with members frequently debating fiscal impacts, constitutional issues, and policy details. House Bill 2180, dealing with notice procedures for blind pension recipients and allowing electronic opt-in, was adopted and finally passed by overwhelming votes after supporters said it would save the state money and better accommodate blind and rural Missourians. House Bill 1870, updating bankruptcy exemptions and garnishment procedures, also cleared the House despite some opposition over a minor Senate wording change. The House refused to adopt Senate changes to House Bill 2596 and requested a conference committee, while House Bill 1866, concerning peace officer licensing and school protection officers, had Senate amendments concurred in and was finally passed. The chamber then passed House Joint Resolution 115, which would place before voters a property tax exemption for 100% service-connected disabled veterans and their spouses; debate centered on whether the measure would shift tax burdens to others, but supporters emphasized veterans’ sacrifice and the small number affected. Other bills passed included House Bill 1736 on park sales tax funds for stormwater and flood mitigation, House Bill 1887 and related bills on AI/truth-in-advertising issues, House Bill 2855 lowering workers’ compensation assessment rates, House Bill 1906 allowing more flexible tax payment schedules, House Bill 2297 on fence responsibilities for livestock, House Bill 2142/2058 revising the Missouri Film Program, House Bill 3004 on hardwood industry labeling, House Bill 2536 defining male and female by biological sex for certain government facilities, and House Bill 2151 raising income thresholds for a workforce-related program. Several of these passed on divided votes, with House Bill 2536 and House Joint Resolution 115 drawing especially sharp partisan and policy debate.

Transcript Highlights:

• I mentioned this probably two years ago, and so this will not jam the signal because of the FCC regulation
• If you drill a well, you can get your water tested.
• talk about special language if a facility is built that we need to at least make sure there's enough water

Committee: All JOINT BUDGET COMMITTEE

Keywords: 1204, all

Transcript Highlights:

• They were changing their business plans or had ideas that were not yet working or getting through regulations
• Sorry, water. Water. You finish with the steak; I'll start drinking. Thank you.

Committee: House New Mexico Finance Authority Oversight Committee

Transcript Highlights:

• of lawsuits under section two, for example, a law prohibiting. civil groups from providing food or water
• Um, does President Biden's statement hold water, and would you follow the rule of law if confirmed to
• As reflected in the ethics agreement that I have signed and in the regulations of the Department of Justice

Committee: Senate Senate Judiciary

Keywords: Department of Justice, nominations, Assistant Attorney General, civil rights, enforcement, committee discussion

Summary: The meeting covered important discussions surrounding key nominations in the Department of Justice, specifically for the roles of Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights and the Office of Legal Policy. Various committee members took turns to express their views on the nominees, emphasizing the implications of their potential confirmation on civil rights enforcement in the country. Alongside the committee discussion, the nominees provided insights into their professional backgrounds and how their experiences align with the responsibilities of the positions for which they have been nominated.

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:51:12.119><c> no</c> Senator mccon yes Senator Waters no Senator mccon yes Senator Waters no
• Senator waters for the committee Senator Senator waters for the committee Senator Waters<03:17:29.279
• Senator Waters for the committee. Senator Waters: Thank you, Madam President.
• </c> used to be 200 ft from a body of water used to be 200 ft from a body of water you<04:58:20.200><
• , drinking water, surface water, and whatnot.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• be a good fit, whether the local area has all of the resources you need transportation-wise, sewer, water
• be a good fit, whether the local area has all of the resources you need transportation-wise, sewer, water
• </c> transportation-wise, sewer, water. transportation-wise, sewer, water.
• location and size of the data center, estimated scope of utility usage, so fuel line, sewer, storm water
• Roll call requested, roll call granted. storm water, and electricity, um and storm water, and electricity

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• and land issues and we're moving water and land issues and we're moving now<00:55:28.960><c> to</c><
• This measure relates to the regulation of electric bicycles, and it has a lot of different parts to it
• Overall, the bill supports safer roads, clearer regulations, and more effective communication between
• ,<01:04:37.760><c> and</c><01:04:37.920><c> more</c><01:04:38.160><c> effective</c> regulations, and
• more effective regulations, and more effective communication<01:04:39.280><c> between</c><01:04:39.680

Committee: House Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The committee heard testimony on House Bill 2592, which would clarify the powers of the Mauna Stewardship and Oversight Authority regarding land use on Mauna Akea and related property transfers. The Department of Land and Natural Resources supported the rural property transfer but objected to language transferring conservation district use permits, saying CDUPs normally run with the land rather than being assigned to specific telescopes or observatories. The University of Hawaiʻi and the observatories generally supported the bill but urged clearer language, especially on the transfer of real property assets, related obligations and liabilities, and the inclusion of milestones for the transition. Office of Hawaiian Affairs supported the bill’s overall intent but warned that some language could be overbroad and might improperly waive future beneficiary claims. Several testifiers opposed the measure, arguing it ignored DHHL lands and beneficiary rights, while others supported it as a way to clarify the authority’s role. Members questioned DLNR about the practical effects of transferring CDUP responsibility, and the committee emphasized that the bill was narrowly focused on specific land. The committee then took up House Bill 2593, which would authorize the Mauna Stewardship and Oversight Authority to extend existing leases and subleases for up to 10 years. The authority explained that the bill does not itself extend any lease, but instead gives the authority discretion to initiate a transparent public process if extensions are needed. The University of Hawaiʻi supported the concept but said the timing of any extension matters and noted possible legal requirements under state law. The observatories also supported the bill, describing it as a flexible tool during a broader transition process and noting that the authority has held many public planning workshops. Opponents, including Native Hawaiian and community testifiers, argued that the conservation lands should receive the highest protection, that the community had not consented, and that the observatories have had decades to plan ahead. One testifier urged the bill be deferred or killed for lack of clarity. In response to questions, the committee clarified that the bill only authorizes a process and does not itself extend leases, and that any extension would require public participation. The final measure discussed in the excerpt was House Bill 2047, relating to the AHAPU advisory committee. The discussion focused on the committee’s administrative relationship to the Department of Land and Natural Resources and whether DLNR should oversee basic legal compliance issues such as Sunshine Law and legislative reporting. DLNR explained that the committee is administratively attached to the department, which provides support on human resources, procurement, and legal questions, but that the committee itself generally handles its own operations. The department said it would route compliance questions to its attorneys and implement their advice. The hearing then moved on to House Bill 2231, which would transfer appointment authority for island burial council members from the governor and Senate to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs board of trustees. OHA said it generally supported the change for geographic moku representatives, since it already nominates candidates for those seats, but expressed concern about taking on appointment authority for the large landowner seats because that role is less directly tied to its statutory duties.

Transcript Highlights:

• The Department of Transportation and the Water Commission have had that authority for a long time to
• The Department of Transportation and the Water Commission have had that authority for a long time to
• I believe the code just said water resource districts, which ones?
• So he came in and they modified letter H, water resource districts, and they cross-referenced to the
• They also, at the end, letter V, added water districts subject to chapter 61-35.

Committee: Joint Legislative Task Force on Government Efficiency

Keywords: 908, all

Transcript Highlights:

• are now a separate organization, you're charged with protecting these children, but I'm going to regulate
• You're charged with protecting these children, but I'm going to regulate your money, I'm going to regulate
• In my opinion, OCWI has been watered down. The fidelity is gone.
• 21, Mesa police confirmed that a man walking his dog spotted what he believed was a mannequin in a water

Committee: House Government

Keywords: 1182, all

Transcript Highlights:

• And I'm not sure I see a boogeyman in the water here.
• whatever is, you know, required by this legislative body in alignment with, you know, the federal regulations
• drafted from other states can be incorporated into the practice of pharmacy here and can be safely regulated
• drafted from other states can be incorporated into the practice of pharmacy here and can be safely regulated
• Programs mentioned include swim lessons, water safety, camping, youth development programs, youth sports

Keywords: 908, all

Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 2401, which would require physicians to complete continuing education on nutrition and metabolic health as part of the state’s rural health transformation effort. HHS supported the bill, saying it would help physicians better address chronic disease and preserve federal grant points tied to the state’s application. A member of the public also testified in favor, arguing that better nutrition education could improve diabetes outcomes and reduce costs. The committee then adopted an amendment to add the Board of Occupational Therapy Practice to the background-check statute so the occupational therapy compact could proceed, and it passed the bill as amended on a roll call vote. The committee next heard House Bill 1621, which would require the Presidential Fitness Physical Fitness Test in elementary, middle, and high school physical education courses. HHS said the bill was part of the rural health transformation application and could help preserve federal funding, but members raised many questions about the test’s criteria, adaptive options for students with disabilities, equipment needs, and whether the bill should apply to non-public schools. Senator Clemens offered an amendment to limit the requirement to public schools, but it failed. Senator Hogan then offered an amendment to clarify exemptions and allow DPI to align implementation with federal guidance; that amendment passed. A further amendment adding language allowing DPI to establish criteria for and exceptions to the test also passed. The committee then approved the bill as amended on a roll call vote. The committee also considered House Bill 1622, which joins North Dakota to the physician assistant licensure compact. HHS said the compact would improve access to care, especially in rural areas, support military families, and help preserve rural health transformation funding. Members noted the compact had been discussed in a prior session and that many earlier concerns had been resolved. After brief discussion about the compact process and its consistency with other interstate compacts, the committee voted to do pass the bill. Finally, the committee began Senate Bill 2402, which expands pharmacists’ prescriptive authority and therapeutic substitution powers. HHS and the Board of Pharmacy supported the bill as a way to improve access to care and maintain rural health transformation funding. Senator Roers introduced a detailed amendment negotiated with the Board of Medicine and Board of Pharmacy to narrow and clarify the bill, including notification requirements, limits on certain drug categories, and patient-protection language for therapeutic substitution. The Board of Pharmacy then testified in support of the broader bill and explained the CLIA-waived testing provisions and the repeal of the older, narrower pharmacist-testing language. The hearing and amendment discussion were still underway when the transcript ended.

Transcript Highlights:

• This is a section that's just necessary to show that we're complying with IRS regulations.
• to allow DNR's state revolving fund system that tracks their financial and project data for clean water
• and drinking water loan programs.
• their department, that they did so in a way that they would follow all the state procurement rules, regulations
• and audit each one of those departments to make sure that they're following all the state rules, regulations

Committee: House Budget

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I want to go water skiing in different places in your districts.
• I want to go water skiing in different places in your districts.
• I want to go water skiing in different places in your districts.
• I want to go water skiing in different places in your districts.
• </c><01:21:24.320><c> and</c><01:21:24.400><c> the</c> regulations around the doctors and the regulations

Committee: House Taxes

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• We're convening the Committee on Water, Land, Culture, and the Arts on our 1:00 p.m. agenda here in State
• So, depending on what county you're talking about, a lot of it is self-regulating.
• . self-regulating. self-regulating.
• We're reconvening the Committee on Water, Land, Culture, and the Arts on our 1:00 p.m. agenda here in
• </c> Reconvening the Committee on Water, Land, Culture, and the Arts on our 1:00 p.m. agenda.

Committee: Senate Water, Land, Culture and the Arts

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard several gubernatorial nominations for confirmation, beginning with GM 788 for Karen Knudsen to the Hawaii Sister State and International Partnerships Commission. DBEDT strongly supported her nomination, describing her decades of Asia-Pacific and East-West Center experience. Senators asked about the new commission structure, confirming that the old committee was abolished and replaced by a five-voting-member commission with two governor appointees before the Senate, other ex officio and legislative appointees, and one OHA vacancy still pending. Knudsen said the commission would help review new sister-state and international partnership proposals, while existing relationships would remain in place. Members also discussed the commission’s lack of a separate budget and its use of DBEDT international relations funding. The committee then moved to GM 789 for Wesley Fong to the same commission; DBEDT supported him based on his military, legal, and international trade background. A concern was raised that he also served on the State Ethics Commission, and Fong stated he had resigned from that post effective the 20th of the month to avoid a conflict. Senators questioned his reasons for leaving ethics, and he explained that his term was ending and he wanted to continue public service in a role aligned with his background in international agreements, education, and Indo-Pacific relations. No votes were taken in the portion provided. The committee next considered GM 769 for Patrick Branco to the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. The foundation and the Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters both testified in strong support. Branco appeared by Zoom and said he was currently on temporary military orders on the East Coast, but had prior experience in public diplomacy as cultural attaché in Caracas and had worked on Fulbright and cultural exchange efforts. The committee then took up GM 770 for Makanani Salā to the same board. The State Foundation on Culture and the Arts supported her nomination, and Noe Wong-Wilson testified in person, citing Salā’s work at Windward Community College and her role in organizing the Best Fest festival, saying she would bring Hawaiian cultural perspective to the foundation. Salā said her county experience included arts, culture, and sister-city work, and that she would emphasize public-private partnerships and helping other agencies use the foundation’s expertise. Members briefly discussed FESTPAC and its rotating international location. Finally, the committee heard GM 767 for Miles Miyatso to the Land Use Commission. The Land Use Commission and the Hawaii Regional Council of Carpenters both supported the nomination, and Avalon Development Company was listed but did not appear on Zoom. The discussion in the provided transcript ended during this item, with no vote or final action shown for the nominations covered.

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><01:15:56.239><c> to</c> they are being taxed and regulated to they are being taxed and regulated
• specific tree's dollar value based on certain measures such as carbon sequestration, clean air and water
• as carbon sequestration, clean<01:38:14.800><c> air</c><01:38:15.040><c> and</c><01:38:15.280><c> water
• </c><01:38:15.520><c> benefits,</c><01:38:16.800><c> the</c> clean air and water benefits, the clean
• air and water benefits, the reduced<01:38:17.520><c> heating</c><01:38:17.840><c> and</c><01:38:18.159

Bills: HF1323 , HF3500

Committee: House Higher Education Finance and Policy

Keywords: undocumented, financial aid, state policy, higher education, noncitizen eligibility, funding, storm damage relief, Bemidji State University, reforestation, state appropriations, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• Only about 30% of the New Hampshire health insurance market is state-regulated carriers.
• , not state regulation.
• </c> basically says that only state regulated basically says that only state regulated Health<00:57:29.920
• to Federal Regulation not State regulation<00:57:46.039><c> so</c><00:57:46.200><c> the</c><00:57:46.280
• </c><01:19:01.520><c> yeah</c> clarifying some of the regulations yeah clarifying some of the regulations

Committee: House Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• a practical, cost-effective way by requiring key public bodies, those with the authority to tax, regulate
• One of them does water and sewer, and the other one does recreation.
• One of them does water and sewer and the other one does recreation.
• Martin Water District No. 1 and No. 2 doesn’t have a website. Neither does the recreation district.
• Martin Water District number one and two doesn't have a website.

Committee: House House and Governmental Affairs

Summary: The committee heard several bills focused on public access, transparency, and campaign finance. HB 648, as amended, would allow early childhood providers and parents of children under five to participate virtually in certain boards and commissions when in-person attendance is not feasible; supporters said it would help short-staffed providers and busy parents, while an opponent argued participation is different from observation. The bill was reported favorably as amended. HB 615 would require certain public bodies with taxing, rulemaking, or fee-setting authority to broadcast meetings live and keep an online archive; supporters emphasized low-cost technology and broader access, while local government representatives warned of unfunded mandates, confusion over which bodies are covered, and concerns about archiving and platform dependence. The committee adopted amendments clarifying the recording/broadcast language and reported the bill favorably as amended. HB 627, a similar live-streaming bill by Rep. Knox, was voluntarily deferred in favor of HB 615. The committee also considered HB 996, which would allow campaign funds to be used for clothing required for holding office and related cleaning/maintenance. The author said the bill was meant to offset required professional attire costs for legislators with modest salaries, but members raised concerns about public perception, possible abuse, and whether a cap should be added. The bill was voluntarily deferred so the author could work with members on a cap and narrower language. HB 540, dealing with disclosures for certain digital political communications and influencer-style campaign advertising, was discussed as a way to require disclosure when third parties are paid from campaign funds to promote or attack candidates online; members sought clarification that it would apply to paid campaign content rather than ordinary self-posted material. The bill was reported favorably. Finally, the committee took up HB 270, which would allow qualified incarcerated voters who have not been convicted of a felony to vote absentee by mail if they are first-time mail registrants and cannot vote in person. The author said the bill was intended to resolve a conflict between existing voting statutes and preserve already-existing voting rights for pretrial detainees and others not convicted of felonies. Supporters said incarcerated voters are highly verifiable and the bill would reduce confusion, while opponents raised concerns about administration. After debate, the committee adopted a motion to involuntarily defer the bill by a recorded vote.

Transcript Highlights:

• The environmental regulations, everything that happens to us in business, every single day something
• Cherise is a project manager and a grant writer for the San Juan Water Commission.
• Cherise is a project manager and a grant writer for the San Juan Water Commission and is a dedicated
• She works for me on the San Juan Water Commission. She does a fantastic job.
• She works for me on the San Juan Water Commission. She does a fantastic job.

Summary: The Senate met with a quorum, opened with an invocation, pledges, and a series of announcements recognizing West Side Day, School Board Appreciation Day, Sierra Club Climate Solutions Day, Gallup-McKinley County Day, and New Mexico Athlete Trainer Day. Members also agreed to allow cameras on the floor and a relaxed dress code for guests. Numerous student and community groups were introduced, including West Side Day students, ABC Prep basketball students, Bernalillo High School AP students, MANA del Norte Hermanitas, honorary lieutenant governors, Taos Municipal Schools leaders, Classical Conversations homeschool students, Bloomfield school board members, and others. A major portion of the session was devoted to honoring Bueno Foods with a Senate certificate recognizing February 5, 2026, as Bueno Foods Day in the Senate and celebrating the company’s 75th anniversary. Senators praised the Baca family’s multigenerational business, its role in New Mexico’s chile industry, its jobs and community support, and its national reach. Several members spoke in support, sharing personal stories about Bueno products and the company’s help during COVID and over decades of family and community life. The Senate also adopted a condolence certificate for Kayla Reagan Van Landingham, a 19-year-old bicyclist killed in Albuquerque, with remarks emphasizing her life, advocacy, and the need for stronger pedestrian and bicycle safety. Her mother and family were recognized, and members observed a moment of silence. Senators spoke about the importance of traffic safety reforms and the local ordinance changes already pursued in her memory. On legislation, the chamber received House and governor messages and adopted several committee reports. The main floor debate was on Senate Bill 38, concerning the spay and neuter program funding stream. Senator Block offered a floor substitute to restore a sunset clause for review and transparency; supporters argued the program should be periodically evaluated and that the funding functions like a tax rather than a fee. Opponents argued the program is important and should continue without a sunset. The floor substitute failed by roll call, 15 in favor and 22 against, and the Senate returned to the underlying bill for further debate.

Transcript Highlights:

• that can be an everyday prosthesis that can be used for simple things like, I said, going into the water
• 31.080><c> the</c> or like I said be with your kids in the or like I said be with your kids in the water
• maybe not competitive swimming of water maybe not competitive swimming of sorts<00:33:00.799><c> but
• </c><01:45:58.800><c> and</c><01:45:58.920><c> make</c> to bring the horse to water and make to bring
• the horse to water and make sure<01:45:59.280><c> that</c><01:45:59.400><c> there's</c><01:45:59.560

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• So federal regulations were loosened... ...significantly in 2024 to allow methadone clinics to operate
• But the way that it's regulated pains me so much, especially as a primary care doctor.
• And written into their regulations are that they have to provide evidence-based care.
• And so in my mind, it's like if I'm in a sinking boat and all I'm doing is bailing out water, then I'm
• I think a Senate bill or revision of Board of Pharmacy regulations might pave the way for some innovative

Committee: House Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force

Summary: The task force meeting opened with a brief organizational update, including new leadership, roll call, and an explanation of the task force’s statutory duties: to study current and future drug and substance use in Missouri, explore solutions, draft or modify legislation, and report recommendations on prevention and treatment. The chair outlined the summer hearing plan, which would feature field experts, with future sessions expected to cover alternative therapies such as psilocybin and ibogaine and testimony from the Department of Mental Health. Members were encouraged to think about legislative ideas and policy recommendations for the upcoming session. The first major testimony came from Dr. Rachel Winograd, who described Missouri’s overdose crisis as evolving into a “fourth wave” marked by fentanyl mixed with animal tranquilizers such as xylazine and medetomidine, along with methamphetamine and other synthetic drugs. She said overdose deaths have declined for a third straight year, with preliminary 2025 data around 1,200 deaths, but emphasized that the crisis remains severe. Her main recommendations were to focus on demand reduction rather than repeated supply crackdowns, expand evidence-based treatment—especially methadone and buprenorphine—broaden naloxone access, and improve practical supports like housing, transportation, and case management. She also said peer services are valuable but should not be used as a substitute for clinical care, and noted that Missouri Medicaid generally covers evidence-based treatment but reimbursement for peer recovery services remains a gap. Dr. Heidi Miller, the state medical director at the Department of Health and Senior Services, reinforced the call for integrating substance use disorder care into whole-person health care. She highlighted the state naloxone standing order, which supports more than 11,000 Medicaid naloxone prescriptions annually, and urged five best practices: integrating SUD treatment into primary care, maternal health, general medical training, EMS initiation of buprenorphine after overdose, and expanded methadone access. She also argued for team-based reimbursement, stronger parity enforcement between behavioral health/SUD and physical health, and caution in regulating emerging substances so policy does not outrun the science. Dr. Doug Burgess of University Health in Kansas City echoed the integration theme, arguing that Missouri’s system is too fragmented and that patients are often stabilized and then left to coordinate their own next steps. He compared ideal SUD care to the coordinated response used for heart attacks, with seamless transitions from emergency care to inpatient treatment, rehab, and outpatient follow-up. He said treatment courts can be effective when they are well coordinated and informed by addiction science, and he stressed the importance of discharge planning, peer recovery coaches, information-sharing, and maintaining Medicaid coverage during justice involvement. No formal votes or committee actions were taken during this portion of the meeting.