Video & Transcript Research : 'hearing process'

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LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Civil Law and Procedure Mar 23rd, 2026

Civil Law and Procedure

MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 3/17/26 - Part 2

Transportation Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • Did you hear the question? >> I did hear the question.
  • :47.840> and hear Representative Joy and hear Representative Joy and Representative<00:18:48.640
  • Did you hear the >> Mr. Connie, please. Did you hear the question? question? question?
  • So, I can >> I did hear the question.
  • if you want to go through the process of saying it actually wasn't me.
Bills: HF3919, HF3791, HF1781, HF3908, HF4233, HF3966, HF3430
Keywords: veterans benefits, Secret War, Laos veterans, eligibility process, burial fees, veteran designation, security, protective services, state officials, Capitol complex, state patrol, public safety, legislative protection, threat assessment, transportation, electronic attestation, traffic signals, accident reporting, legislative routes, agricultural aircraft
MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 3/17/26 - Part 1

Transportation Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • required for re-entry for the hearing required for re-entry for the hearing room.<00:01:05.600><
  • And I hear what you're saying.
  • But nonetheless, the process is the process. We are not pressed for time.
  • We are not process is the process.
  • not the right process. not the right process.
Bills: HF3919, HF3791, HF1781, HF3908, HF4233, HF3966, HF3430
Keywords: veterans benefits, Secret War, Laos veterans, eligibility process, burial fees, veteran designation, security, protective services, state officials, Capitol complex, state patrol, public safety, legislative protection, threat assessment, transportation, electronic attestation, traffic signals, accident reporting, legislative routes, agricultural aircraft
MN
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Elections Finance and Government Operations Committee 3/9/26

Elections Finance and Government Operations

Transcript Highlights:
  • make that added that the bills were not heard on an informational basis, that there was actually hearing
  • It just be helpful to hear from you about as a policy matter and especially thinking about this, all
  • But I'd be happy to hear from the Campaign Finance Board to see what their thoughts are.
  • Yeah, because what I'm hearing is it's different. It's not just sending an email.
  • I hear lots of tape turning.
Bills: HF2185, HF1849, HF3719, HF3721, HF3845, HF3720
Keywords: flag display, residential property rights, homeowners association, HOA, covenants, restrictive covenant, deed restriction, subdivision regulation, local ordinance, rental agreement, property rights, patriotic display, United States flag, Minnesota flag, POW/MIA flag, military flags, armed forces flag, Blue Star flag, Gold Star flag, common interest community
AZ
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

01/21/2026 - House Ways & Means

Ways & Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • So the SBOE is not the final process. So the SBOE is not the final process in this whole process.
  • So the SBOE is not the final process. So the SBOE is not the final process in this whole process.
  • I hear what you're saying.
  • owner has due process.
  • owner has due process.
Bills: HB2016, HB2104, HB2105, HB2288, HB2289
Keywords: tax penalties, filing, tax returns, administration, Arizona Revised Statutes, agricultural property, classification, county assessor, property inspection, appeal process, property tax, agricultural classification, Department of Revenue, property valuation, inspection notice, inspection report, on-site inspection, full cash value, rural land, farm land
Summary: The committee began with member, staff, and page introductions, then heard reminders about public testimony limits. It first considered House Bill 2016, which would eliminate late-filing penalties when a tax return shows zero tax due. The sponsor argued the bill would prevent unnecessary fines on small businesses and individuals with no liability, while staff noted any fiscal impact would likely be minimal. The bill passed on an 8-1 vote, with one member opposing it on the grounds that current waiver procedures already exist and the change could weaken compliance incentives. The committee then took up House Bill 2104, which would bar county assessors from reclassifying agricultural property for four years after an owner prevails on appeal, unless there is a change in use, ownership, or parcel configuration. The sponsor and agricultural groups said the measure would reduce repetitive annual appeals and provide stability for ranchers and farmers, especially in urbanizing areas and in places affected by fallowing. County assessors opposed the bill, arguing that their offices are better qualified than the State Board of Equalization, that the bill could allow inaccurate classifications to persist, and that it relies too heavily on owners to report changes. After extensive testimony from the Maricopa County Assessor and the State Board of Equalization executive director, the committee approved the bill 5-4. Next, House Bill 2105 was heard. It would require advance notice of certain property inspections and provide inspection reports to property owners. The sponsor said the goal was to give owners a chance to be present for inspections and to receive the reasons for any denial of agricultural status. Assessors opposed the bill as an unfunded mandate and said they already communicate with owners through mail, door hangers, and other methods, but that a standardized report form does not currently exist. Supporters from the farm and ranch community said the bill would improve transparency and help avoid disputes. The committee passed the bill 5-4. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 2289, which updates truth-in-taxation and election pamphlet language to reflect higher residential property values, including a new $400,000 example. The sponsor and the Arizona Tax Research Association said the changes would make taxpayer notices more accurate and noted the bill was similar to one that had previously advanced, but without a provision that contributed to a veto. No vote was taken on this bill in the portion provided.
OK
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Health and Human Services Oversight REVISION 2: Delayed until 11:30 AM

Health and Human Services Oversight

Transcript Highlights:
  • My final follow-up is because I hear where you're coming from.
  • What processes are in place for?
  • And I am curious if this is another mechanism to further constrain that process.
  • And my thought process on this, and I know a lot of those in...
  • So last but definitely not least, we're going to hear House Bill 4300.
Bills: HB2947, HB2964, HB3143, HB3144, HB3342, HB3344, HB3519, HB3522, HB3530, HB3645, HB3647, HB3834, HB4300, HB4422, HB4423
Keywords: behavioral health, Medicaid expansion, clinical interns, mental health services, licensing requirements, medical records, patient rights, privacy, fees, healthcare access, legal claims, medical marijuana, license transfer, Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, moratorium, business regulation, commercial grower licenses, licensing restrictions, agriculture, Medicaid
HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

GVO DEFER, GVO Public Hearings 02-05-2026

Government Operations

Transcript Highlights:
  • Hearing none the measure is adopted. Hearing none the measure is adopted.
  • hearing. None. The measure passes. hearing. None. The measure passes.
  • Hearing none, the measure passes. Hearing none, the measure passes.
  • Hearing none, the measures adopted. Hearing none, the measures adopted.
  • So we're pretty far along in that process. process. process.
Bills: SB2064, SB2312, SB2811, SB2662, SB2744, SB2809, SB2862, SB2343, SB2336, SB2075, SB2308, SB2601, SB2397, SB2219, SB2849, SB2449, SB2781
Keywords: state architect, construction projects, design approvals, building codes, state agency oversight, government contracts, transparency, record retention, public oversight, Hawaii Revised Statutes, building permits, task force, state-owned lands, construction, regulatory process, government accountability, external consultants, procurement reform, cost efficiency, in-house expertise
Summary: The committee met for decision-making on measures heard earlier in the week and took up a series of government operations, procurement, public records, public meetings, and related bills. Several measures were deferred one week to February 12, 2026, including bills on state construction projects, government accountability, gubernatorial appointments, the legislature, public procurement, and a bill on Hawaiian lei sales, largely so the committee could compare similar measures, address concerns, or integrate related reports. The committee also deferred SB 2449 on public meetings for the year, citing concerns that the proposed business-day definition was overly prescriptive and unnecessary. The committee passed several bills with amendments. These included measures clarifying UIPA applicability to records created or maintained by agencies, with amendments changing “government function” to “agency function” and committee report language noting Attorney General concerns and exempting ERS for now; SB 2811 on state building projects with technical amendments and a delayed effective date; SB 2809 on budget-related reports; SB 2336 on trees, with a Senate draft and removal of “political subdivision”; SB 2308 on small purchase vendor compliance, setting the threshold at $5,000 and adding a delayed effective date; SB 2601 on procurement, reorganizing misdemeanor language and leaving funding/FTE issues to Ways and Means; SB 2219 on a capital visitor center working group; and SB 2849 on public meetings, with technical amendments and a delayed effective date. Bills on neighborhood board concerns and public notice were also adopted, with SB 2929 drawing testimony both for and against. Testimony was generally supportive on procurement and small business measures, especially SB 2928 establishing permanent small business procurement coordinator positions, which drew strong support from the State Procurement Office, DBEDT, the Chamber of Commerce, DOT, the Ethics Commission, and others. On public notice, the County of Maui supported allowing website posting, while another witness raised concerns about accessibility, centralized notice locations, and impacts on kūpuna and people with disabilities. On search and rescue, the committee heard support for creating a statewide coordination structure, along with discussion of where such an office should reside; the Attorney General raised constitutional and placement concerns, while witnesses suggested law enforcement, DLNR, or DoD as possible homes. The committee also heard support for a bill protecting home addresses of covered public servants and candidates, though the Public First Law Center urged broader coverage and a better fit with existing law.
HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

GVO Public Hearing 02-03-2026

Government Operations

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:25:51.440> in the self-certification process that's in the self-certification process
  • whole bid process. whole bid process.
  • have questions of the process? have questions of the process?
  • I've decided not to attend the hearing I've decided not to attend the hearing after<00:42:22.400
  • hearing notice when I'm done. Okay. hearing notice when I'm done. Okay. Sure.
Bills: SB2064, SB2312, SB2811, SB2662, SB2744, SB2809, SB2862, SB2343, SB2336, SB2075, SB2308, SB2601, SB2397, SB2219, SB2849, SB2449, SB2781
Keywords: state architect, construction projects, design approvals, building codes, state agency oversight, government contracts, transparency, record retention, public oversight, Hawaii Revised Statutes, building permits, task force, state-owned lands, construction, regulatory process, government accountability, external consultants, procurement reform, cost efficiency, in-house expertise
Summary: The committee heard several government operations measures, beginning with SB 2064 on state construction projects, which would create an office of the state architect within DAGS to oversee design review and approvals for state construction. DAGS said it stood on its written testimony, DECAB supported the bill, DOT supported it, and HGA opposed it. No audience testimony or member questions were taken, and the chair moved on. The committee then took up SB 2312 on government contracts, which would make records held by private contractors performing government functions subject to UIPA. The State Procurement Office, Attorney General, OIP, ERS, DHS, and HGA offered comments or opposition, while the League of Women Voters, Public First Law Center, All Hawaii News, Grassroots, and several individuals supported the bill. Public First Law Center argued the bill closes a loophole and does not expand or reduce existing exemptions, while OIP and others raised concerns about privacy, confidential information, and the need for clearer procedures. Members discussed possible clarifying amendments, including changing “government function” to “agency,” and the bill was left for further consideration. Other measures discussed included SB 2662 on government accountability, which would require justification and caps for external consultants; ERS and DOT opposed it, while the American Council of Engineering Companies of Hawaii and Airlines Committee of Hawaii argued consultants are often more efficient and necessary for major projects. The committee also heard SB 2744 on due process, for which no testimony was received; SB 2809 on budget-related reports, with comments from B&F and the Tax Foundation; SB 2862 on gubernatorial appointments, opposed by the Governor’s Office and the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission and supported by one individual; a bill on continuous legislative sessions, with comments from B&F, LRB, and Hope for Hawaii; SB 2336 on tree management standards, supported by an individual and the Outdoor Circle; and SB 2075 on public procurement local preferences, which drew broad support with comments from SPO and the Attorney General and discussion of simplifying the preference structure. No votes were taken in the excerpt, and the chair repeatedly moved measures along after testimony and questions.
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 28th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session - Second Called Session Aug 28th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We wanted to hear from members of the public.
  • That process is the bedrock of our democracy.
  • I sat through both committee hearings when this bill was heard because I wanted to hear from Texans who
  • Chair hears none. So ordered. Ms.
  • But y'all don't seem to hear it.
Bills: SB 8, HB7, HB15, HB 265, HCR 13, SB 8, HB 7, HB 15, HB 265, HCR 13
Keywords: sex designation, restroom access, civil penalties, private civil right of action, women's privacy, abortion, healthcare, jurisdiction, civil action, qui tam, prohibition, state law, youth camp, safety regulations, advisory committee, child welfare, health standards, summer camp, camp safety, child abuse reporting
LA
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Civil Law and Procedure Apr 7th, 2026

Civil Law and Procedure

HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AEN, GVO-AEN Public Hearings 04-01-2026

HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

PSM-HWN, PSM Public Hearings 03-30-2026

HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

PSM-WLA, PSM Public Hearings 03-16-2026

HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

TRS-PSM, TRS Public Hearings 03-12-2026

TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Culture, Recreation & Tourism Apr 23rd, 2025

Culture, Recreation & Tourism

Transcript Highlights:
  • Comments are open until the end of the hearing and are posted upon adjournment from our hearing.
  • You're going to hear from the city of Fort Worth.
  • This is very much a performance-based process. ...incentive.
  • So some statistics — we hear all these stats.
  • I just keep hearing about Texas values and Texas heritage.
Bills: HB4568, HB5458, HB4543, HB2703, HB3728, HCR113, HCR126
Keywords: film industry, incentives, grants, Texas, moving image, economic development, production companies, content standards, HB 5458, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, TPWD, chronic wasting disease, CWD, cervids, deer, elk, moose, wildlife management, game animals, disease management
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Culture, Recreation & Tourism Apr 23rd, 2025

Culture, Recreation & Tourism

Transcript Highlights:
  • The Chair hears none. House Bill 5458 will be left pending.
  • The Chair hears none. House Bill 5458 will be left pending.
  • The Chair hears none. House Bill 5458 will be left pending.
  • The Chair hears none. House Bill 5458 will be left pending.
  • Hearing none.
Bills: HB4568, HB5458, HB4543, HB2703, HB3728, HCR113, HCR126
Keywords: film industry, incentives, grants, Texas, moving image, economic development, production companies, content standards, HB 5458, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, TPWD, chronic wasting disease, CWD, cervids, deer, elk, moose, wildlife management, game animals, disease management
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Mar 27th, 2025

Land & Resource Management

Transcript Highlights:
  • process for rezonings.
  • Some people just refer to it as the valid petition process. Valid petition process. OK.
  • So we have notice, we have fair notice, we have due process. ...process, we have the ability to petition
  • You may hear testimony, because I was in the Senate committee hearing, you may hear testimony from individuals
  • We're hearing some of that here.
Bills: HB24, HB2015, HB2149, HB2559, HB2701, HB2797, HB3172, HB24
Keywords: zoning, public notice, local government, residential development, protests, water conservation, municipal utility districts, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, environmental regulation, groundwater management, nonconforming uses, zoning regulations, land use, property rights, municipal authority, municipal moratorium, development moratorium, property development, subdivision, site plan
TX
TX

Texas 89th Regular

Land & Resource Management Mar 27th, 2025

Land & Resource Management

Transcript Highlights:
  • So the city will go through a process, usually starting with a planning process, where we engage a bunch
  • So, are there, I mean, in that process, you know, is due process being given? Hearings are being...
  • So it would take away the process to go to the Board of Adjustment, which is a public process.
  • So it's a public process.
  • Would remove that process. Thank you.
Bills: HB24, HB2015, HB2149, HB2559, HB2701, HB2797, HB3172, HB24
Keywords: zoning, public notice, local government, residential development, protests, water conservation, municipal utility districts, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, environmental regulation, groundwater management, nonconforming uses, zoning regulations, land use, property rights, municipal authority, municipal moratorium, development moratorium, property development, subdivision, site plan
HI
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

PSM-JDC, PSM Public Hearings 4-17-2024