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ID
Transcript Highlights:
- March 4, 2006, the Education Committee reports out House Bill 59 and recommends that it do pass, Lent
- March 4, 2006, the Education Committee reports out House Bill 728, with the recommendation that it be
- In the House of Representatives, House Bill 624 by the Education Committee, an act relating to education
- So what this does, we have a group of service providers called education service providers.
- And I've said once, I'll say again, you've got one chance to educate your kids.
Summary:
The Senate convened with 32 members present, heard prayer and the Pledge, approved the prior journal, and received communications including the designation of Steve Kaiser as a substitute senator for District 15. The chamber also made several committee report referrals and introductions before moving into floor action on memorials and bills.
The Senate adopted Senate Joint Memorials 110, 111, and 113. SJM 110 urged federal action to restore sugar import safeguards to protect Idaho sugar beet growers and rural jobs. SJM 111 reaffirmed Idaho’s position that public lands should remain in public hands and opposed transfer or sale of federal lands, with debate focusing on stewardship, access, and the cost of state management. SJM 113 supported the concept of Treasury bonds redeemable in gold as a way to test dollar credibility and address inflation. The Senate also adopted Senate Resolution 116, described as a cleanup of rules related to sales and use taxes and lodging taxes.
On legislation, House Bill 624 passed the Senate 32-0 and was returned to the House; supporters said it updates Idaho’s virtual learning and Idaho Home Learning Academy framework with added oversight, transparency, and contract controls, while preserving the program. Senate Bill 1305 passed on a voice/roll-call consent vote and would let water district users, by resolution, charge water-right transfer costs to the person transacting the property rather than spreading them across all users. Senate Bill 1271, as amended, passed 28-3; it declares invasive rats a public health and safety nuisance and directs the Department of Agriculture to assess the problem and coordinate a response, with legislative approval required for any funding. The Senate then handled first- and second-reading referrals, held a few announcements, and adjourned until the next day.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
General Government REVISED: Links added Feb 3rd, 2026
General Government
Transcript Highlights:
- I feel like if we're educating them, and then they can educate the people in the—” “I feel like if we're
- educating them, then they can educate the people in their community and their jurisdictions.
- The educators can educate the educators or the community, the parents, that type of thing.
- So I think that's why it's paramount that they first be educated in order for it to flow down to the
- And so to pay a small amount up front, to have the voter educated about where their money is going and
Committee:
House General Government
Keywords:
purchasing, compliance, state employees, longevity pay, contract management, unclaimed property, service charges, property fund, accountability, government transparency, local development, economic impact, voter approval, tax increment financing, review committee, public finance, blight, salary increase, bonus limits, job performance
Summary:
The committee met for its first General Government meeting of the second part of session and laid over several agenda items, including bills listed as numbers 3, 4, and 10. HB 3310, the Government Accountability and Budget Transparency Act, was presented as a procurement accountability measure to strengthen oversight, efficiency, and timely payment to private vendors doing business with the state. After brief questioning about whether late payment is a widespread problem, the committee voted 8-0 to pass the bill.
HB 431, which would increase the treasurer’s share of the unclaimed property administration fee from 4% to 6%, was presented as necessary to cover higher operating costs such as salaries and IT. The author emphasized that the change would not cost taxpayers anything or reduce the amount returned to owners of unclaimed property. The committee approved the bill after questions about long-term impacts on the unclaimed property fund.
The most extensive discussion centered on HB 3841, a major reform of tax increment financing (TIF). The author said the bill would not ban TIFs but would require voter approval, separate consent from affected taxing jurisdictions, more transparency, annual training for review committees, independent legal and financial opinions, and economic impact studies. Members raised concerns that the bill’s wording—especially the “majority of the eligible voters” language and removal of executive-session confidentiality—could make TIFs impractical or eliminate trade-secret protections, and they also questioned costs and effects on economic development. At the author’s request and with committee support, the bill was laid over for further work.
The committee then passed HB 3024, which creates statutory limits and oversight for state employee pay increases and bonuses, including a 10% cap unless higher amounts are approved through cabinet secretary/OMES procedures. Supporters said it would add transparency and curb large, unreported raises, while questions focused on whether it would help address broader pay disparities. Finally, HB 3075, as amended by a PCS, was presented to authorize rounding cash transactions to the nearest nickel for state agencies and local governments in response to the practical disappearance of pennies. The committee approved that bill as well, and the meeting adjourned with plans to reconvene the following week.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Jan 26th, 2026 at 11:12 am
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- high-impact science and engineering disciplines, and they're connecting all of New Mexico's higher education
- required by a law that the secretary is charged with enforcing, and authorizing the Secretary of Education
- Number 232641, a bill authorizing the Secretary of Public Education to require a local school board member
- required by a law that the secretary is charged with enforcing, and authorizing the Secretary of Education
- Remain pursuant to Article 4, Section 5B1, order printed and referred to the House Education Committee
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education Oct 15th, 2025
Appropriations Committee on Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- Good morning, and welcome to the Appropriations Committee on Higher Education.
- We deliver high-quality education at a value, providing the lowest tuition and fees in the nation.
- set new standards for what is high-quality education.
- The State of Florida continues to be number one for higher education since 27.
- Education metric.
Summary:
The Appropriations Committee on Higher Education heard a presentation on the State University System’s new strategic plan, SUS 30, and its legislative budget request. University officials described the plan’s five priorities: One SUS collaboration, elevating student success, operational excellence, world-class talent, and innovative research and economic development. They highlighted Florida’s continued status as the top higher education system in the nation, low tuition, strong graduation outcomes, rising median wages for graduates, and expanded use of the My Florida Future website to help students and families compare degree outcomes and earnings. Members asked for follow-up information on programs of strategic emphasis, mental health and social work workforce needs, wage data over time, and how the system supports innovation moving toward commercialization.
The committee also discussed campus safety, prompted in part by recent events at FSU. System officials said universities and the Florida College System recently held a safety summit to share best practices on building security, threat assessment, and coordination with law enforcement, and they agreed to provide a report back to the committee after the Board of Governors reviews recommendations in November. Senators also raised questions about Pell student support, first-generation student success, and whether liberal arts graduates’ earnings catch up over time. Officials said Pell students are tracked through performance-based funding metrics and that the system’s accountability plans will continue to emphasize access and completion.
A separate update covered line funding for nursing and health care partnerships. Officials said the $6 million appropriation was fully subscribed through 24 proposals from all 10 nursing programs, supporting scholarships, faculty recruitment, internships, simulation, and licensure preparation. They reported over 1,900 new nursing graduates, more than 200 new student slots, over 300 scholarships, and a 92% NCLEX pass rate. Senators asked about expanding eligibility for the program, and staff said that issue would be revisited this year.
The Board of Governors’ legislative budget request totaled $634.5 million and included $295 million for performance-based funding institutional investment, a request to restore and increase the state investment portion to $400 million, $125 million for preeminence funding, $100 million for faculty recruitment and retention, $6.4 million for UF/IFAS extension workload, and $3.1 million for State Fire Marshal inspections. The chair noted that resources are limited and that difficult budget decisions lie ahead. No votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned after the presentations and questions.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
Joint Legislative Auditing Committee Feb 3rd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- The State Board of Education rules establish certain emergency drill requirements.
- Resiliency education.
- that they actually did hold this resiliency education.
- Adult general education hourly reporting.
- the Department of Education.
Summary:
The Joint Legislative Auditing Committee received a presentation from Auditor General staff on recurring findings from audits of district school boards, colleges, and universities. For school districts, the main issues discussed included missing or outdated safe-school officer training documentation, weak purchasing-card controls, vendor banking-change fraud risks, incomplete background screenings and disqualification-list procedures, missing website budget disclosures, excessive or untimely IT access, late deactivation of former employees’ access, missed emergency drill deadlines, inaccurate capital outlay and resiliency education records, weak tangible property inventories, adult education reporting errors, untimely bank reconciliations, and improper use of workforce development funds. The auditors said many of these issues are repeated from prior years and are summarized in their annual report on significant findings and financial trends.
For universities and colleges, the auditors highlighted similar control weaknesses, including vendor information change controls, IT access issues, cash and investment reconciliation problems, purchasing and procurement deficiencies, personnel and compensation issues, and student fee compliance concerns. Specific examples included a UF consulting contract totaling about $6 million, FAU underreporting carry-forward balances by about $77 million, UCF’s payment loss of about $107,000 from an email scam tied to vendor changes, and a North Florida College unauthorized transfer involving a few hundred thousand dollars. The committee asked questions about the UF consulting work, the FAU carry-forward issue, and whether the listed findings meant every named entity had every issue; auditors clarified that the lists reflected entities with findings in those categories, not necessarily each specific problem.
The committee then turned to enforcement for entities with long-standing uncorrected audit findings. Staff reported 144 entities with 197 findings repeated in three or more successive audit reports and recommended sending letters requesting updated corrective-action status, including for late-filed 2022-2023 reports where appropriate. The committee approved the staff recommendation and directed letters to be sent. The meeting ended with members emphasizing the importance of audit oversight and taxpayer accountability.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- a bill entitled an act relating to Sickle Cell Disease Care Management and Treatment Continuing Education
- SB 844 updates Florida law to ensure education on sickle cell is included in both controlled substance
- prescriber education and initial licensure or renewal requirements for certain healthcare professionals
- Licensed physicians and nurses must complete a one-time 2-hour board-approved continuing education course
- It tasks the Florida Department of Health with developing standardized educational materials which, at
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-02-25 (5:00PM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- a bill entitled an act relating to sickle cell disease care management and treatment continuing education
- SB 844 updates Florida law to ensure educational sickle cell is included in both controlled substance
- prescribed education and initial licensure of renewal requirements for certain healthcare professionals
- Licensed physicians and nurses must complete a one-time 2-hour board-approved continuing education course
- It tasks the Florida Department of Health with developing standardized educational materials, which at
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Education ATT. SB 1639, school security projects, capital fine. Education ATT.
- Education. SB 1685, Arizona Latino Affairs Commission. Government.
- ATT education. SB 1815, personal data consumers controllers requirements. RAGE.
- SB 1754, ADE special education parent complaints.
- SCR 1051, education funny teacher compensation program.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a recorded roll call showing 30 members present. The journal was approved, no guests were introduced at first, and the Governor’s signed bill HB 2022 was reported. The President also announced temporary committee substitutions for the Rules Committee on February 9.
Senator Shamp introduced licensed naturopathic physicians in the gallery and highlighted SB 1178, which would expand their authority to administer certain intravenous drugs, including antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals. The chamber then read a lengthy calendar of first- and second-reading bills and resolutions covering elections, education, health care, water, criminal justice, housing, taxation, and other topics, with no floor action taken on those measures during the reading.
The Senate recessed to recognize law enforcement personnel involved in the rescue of an eight-year-old boy from a human trafficking situation. A proclamation commended Deputies Gregory Sanders and Jacob Montoya, along with Cochise County and Border Patrol personnel, for their courage and professionalism. After returning to order, members made personal privilege remarks urging the Joint Legislative Budget Committee to review $2.85 million in election-related funding for the Secretary of State, and another senator spoke about water security and the need for long-term planning.
Additional announcements included caucus and committee meeting notices, an invitation to Arizona Aerospace Day, and a motion to adjourn until Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 1:15 p.m. The transcript ends as the chamber was considering adjournment.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Texas CPA members are not just accountants but strategic advisors, educators, and civic leaders who play
- seven schools including this medical school and nursing school, public health, UT Health Houston educates
- UTHealth Houston educates over 5,000 students annually and is supported by 8,000 dedicated faculty and
- seven schools including this medical school and nursing school, public health, UT Health Houston educates
- Representative Martinez-Fisher: He was a champion for bilingual education.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2026-05-29 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We did not see universal early childhood education.
- So I want to first talk about the education budget.
- So I want to first talk about the education budget.
- We're not educating people like they should be.
- Authorizes the State Board of Education and Board of Governors to amend the list of general education
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Higher Education - 01/20/2026
Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to the first meeting of the Senate Committee on Higher Education. Today is January 20th.
- I chair the committee on higher education, and I'd like to welcome everybody.
- This bill amends the education law to clarify that grandfathered engineering companies that employ at
- This bill amends the education law to establish genetic counseling as a licensed profession.
- And that completes the first meeting of the Senate Higher Education Committee.
Committee:
Senate Higher Education
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Higher Education held its first meeting, chaired by Senator Toby Stavisky, with a quorum present and members/staff introduced at the outset. The committee considered six bills covering professional licensing and health-related scope-of-practice issues, including licensure of dietitians and nutritionists (S.607), grandfathered engineering companies seeking geology authority (S.620B), pharmacist administration of contraceptive injections (S.1703), licensure of genetic counselors (S.309), dentists administering HPV vaccinations (S.4548), and confidentiality on mifepristone/misoprostol prescription labels (S.8656). Support and opposition memos were noted where available, including support from the Greater New York Hospital Association for S.607 and S.309, opposition from the Medical Society of the State of New York to S.607, and support from the New York State Council of Professional Geologists for S.620B.
Each bill was moved, seconded, and approved by the committee, generally with some members voting no or abstaining/without recommendation on certain measures. S.607, S.620B, S.309, and S.4548 were reported to the floor, while S.1703 and S.8656 were reported to the Rules Committee. For S.620B, the committee noted a requested amendment to change the effective date from immediate to 18 months after enactment, to be handled on the floor. The meeting concluded at 12:40 p.m.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Floor Session 5/19/25 - Part 2
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Forty One - Wednesday, March 25 - Morning Session
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- So I agree adult education is important.
- , their K-12 education complete so that they can move forward.
- So I agree adult education is important.
- , their K-12 education complete so that they can move forward.
- So I really value education.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved the House Journal for the 40th day by roll call vote, 122-1. Members used points of personal privilege to recognize the departure of Scott Bell and to honor the life of Ernie Dempsey of St. Charles, and the chamber welcomed numerous special guests, including Child Advocacy Day participants, school groups, local civic leaders, and visitors from across the state.
The main floor business centered on House Bill 3239, which would make the Missouri Workforce Diploma Program permanent and move it into the MOCAP framework with a $4 million annual cap and pay-for-performance funding. Supporters said the program has helped about 1,200 adults earn diplomas, especially women and parents needing flexible online access, while opponents argued it would divert foundation formula money from K-12 students and duplicate existing adult education options. An amendment adding a college admissions and financial aid task force was offered but failed, 55-82; the previous question was then ordered, and HB 3239 was perfected and printed.
The House also perfected and printed House Bill 1786, which would prevent county assessors from reclassifying single-family homes used as short-term rentals from residential to commercial for tax purposes. Supporters framed it as a property-rights and tax-relief measure for homeowners and small LLCs, while opponents raised concerns about local control and the line between mom-and-pop rentals and larger business operations. House Bill 2944, dealing with the senior property tax freeze, was amended to clarify that the freeze applies across taxing districts and to simplify annual filing and notification requirements; a later amendment was ruled out of order, and the bill was perfected and printed as amended. The House then moved to announcements and recessed until 2 p.m.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Education and healthcare continue to be our largest drivers of the budget.
- Education and healthcare continue to be our largest drivers of the budget.
- K-12 education. This is kind of historical totals.
- Um, K-12 education. This is kind of historical totals.
- I do think also it's erroneous to equate the quality of our education...
Bills:
S7010
Committee:
Senate Appropriations
Keywords:
Roth contributions, deferred compensation, retirement savings, Florida Statutes, tax benefits
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Appropriations met to take up SB 7010 by Senator Mayfield, which would authorize Roth post-tax contribution options in state and local deferred compensation plans. The bill was briefly explained, received one appearance in support, had no debate, and was reported favorably by roll call vote.
The committee then heard a lengthy presentation from the Governor’s Office of Policy and Budget on the governor’s recommended $117.4 billion “Floridians’ First Budget.” The presentation highlighted major spending areas including education, health care, public safety, transportation, environmental restoration, and economic development. Key proposals included increased FEFP funding for K-12 schools, teacher salary funding, higher education support, Everglades and water quality funding, emergency preparedness reserves, corrections staffing and pay increases, law enforcement recruitment bonuses, cybersecurity, and affordable housing and infrastructure investments.
Members asked extensive questions about property tax reserve planning, litigation funding, emergency response fund balances and expenditures, the use of federal reimbursement for the Everglades detention facilities, the animal abuse hotline, Hope Florida, corrections staffing, and the proposed reduction in ADAP eligibility for HIV/AIDS medication assistance. A member of the public also testified at length about concerns that the ADAP changes would harm access to life-saving medications and alleged improper shifting of program funds. Committee members and the presenter acknowledged follow-up questions on several items, but no additional votes or formal actions were taken beyond the favorable report on SB 7010 and adjournment.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
Legislative Finance Sub Committee Oct 15th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- We oversee the Education Plan and Scholars Edge 529 Savings Plans.
- So, this is item number 2, the Educational Retirement Board.
- educational thing.
- and special education process generally.
- the state, and they continue working with the Legislative Education Study Committee, the Public Education
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 13, 2025 - 01:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- Next up, we will have CS for HB 597, Diabetes Management in Schools, by the Education Administration
- Next up, we have HB 919, Nursing Education Programs, Representative Overdorf.
- Current law for nursing education programs.
- High nursing education standards keep Florida citizens safe.
- education?
Summary:
The Health Professions and Programs Subcommittee heard and advanced several health care bills. HB 909, joining the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, was presented with a strike-all amendment and reported favorably as amended by a 13-0 vote. HB 911, the related public records exemption protecting certain biological information, was also adopted and reported favorably as amended by a 14-0 vote. CS for HB 597, allowing schools to procure and administer glucagon for students with diabetes under trained personnel, passed unanimously 14-0 after a technical amendment. HB 519, aligning state law with federal language on controlled substances administered by paramedics, passed as amended 14-0.
The committee then took up HB 919 on nursing education programs. Sponsor Rep. Overdorf argued the bill would create accountability for underperforming nursing schools by requiring remediation, tuition refunds in the lowest-performing programs, and public reporting of passage rates. Supporters said it would improve quality and protect students from debt without licensure success, while opponents from private nursing schools warned it could close programs and reduce nurse supply. After extensive debate, the bill was reported favorably 15-0.
HB 1553, which would require health care providers to submit identified uterine fibroid data so the Department of Health can implement the research database previously authorized by law, passed unanimously 15-0. The final bill, HB 883, would allow psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners to practice autonomously; supporters said it would expand access to mental health care, especially in rural and underserved areas, while opponents raised concerns about quality and physician oversight. After lengthy testimony and debate, the bill was reported favorably 14-3.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Appropriation and Revenue. (1-28-26)
Transcript Highlights:
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- "Elsewhere in education, we're fully funding the teachers' pension.
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- You all have over the last education.
- </c><00:19:40.000><c> facilities</c> and technical education facilities and technical education facilities
Summary:
The committee met to hear a presentation from Dr. Hicks on the governor’s recommended budget for the next biennium. He reviewed the revenue outlook, noting modest general fund growth, a large rainy day fund balance, and the impact of recent income tax reductions. He said the budget was built around recurring reductions, lower debt service and retirement contribution rates, and the use of excess restricted funds, while protecting K-12 education, Medicaid, postsecondary education, public safety, and pension obligations.
Dr. Hicks outlined several major spending and reserve proposals, including $350 million from the Department of Insurance’s excess restricted funds to support Medicaid in the first year, $150 million for the affordable housing trust fund, $125 million for rural hospitals, $100 million to offset lost federal ACA premium tax credits, $75 million for utility assistance, and $50 million for food assistance. In education, the proposal included a phased pre-K for all plan funded by sports wagering tax revenue, a 3% annual salary increase for full-time school personnel, continued full funding of teacher pensions, a 2.5% annual increase in SEEK base funding, and additional support for career and technical education and school facilities.
He also discussed Medicaid cost pressures, including higher managed care, pharmacy, behavioral health, and nursing facility costs, and explained the expected effects of federal HR1 changes on Kentucky’s Medicaid program. Those changes include work and community engagement requirements and more frequent eligibility redeterminations for expansion members, which the administration estimated would reduce enrollment by about 4,300 in the first year and 28,000 in the second year. No votes or formal committee actions were taken during the meeting, which was limited to the budget presentation and member questions.
VA
Transcript Highlights:
- His parents to give their children a chance at a real education.
- Would the students and educators from Carmel School please stand? Mr.
- House Bill 299 is legislative relating to the Board of Education.
- The Virginia Prison Education Task Force is established report.
- HB. 1041 advances our educational offerings in the correction system.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Legislative Session Day 19 (2-3-26)
Kentucky House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- The postsecondary education committee has met and reports House Bill 266 should pass, an act relating
- ,</c> Kentucky Department of Education, Kentucky Department of Education, educated<00:33:47.919><c> educated
- </c><00:33:48.640><c> standards</c><00:33:49.279><c> and</c> educated educated standards and educated
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Keywords:
Convene 00:00
Senate Message 04:18
Report of Committees 05:09
Orders of the Day 06:40
HB 169 06:50
HB 393 13:08
HB 194 15:43
Motions, Petitions, and Communications 24:38
Introduction of New Bills and Resolutions 35:23
Recess for ConC/Rules Meeting 38:09
ConC/Rules Report 40:57
Floor Amendments 42:04
Adjournment 42:20, 958, all
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Tobacco Settlement Revenue Oversight Nov 14th, 2025
Tobacco Settlement Revenue Oversight Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- With that, we have these messages that are helping educate and resonate with the youth, along with a
- Chair, because I want to educate myself on this, is that.
- Again, this is a little education for me. Is it something that is normal?
- I think educating them would also be helpful.
- For NUPAC, the way we've taken on our role so far is by helping with education in the community.