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NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, just to share my thoughts before I welcome Andrea, I think we'll have you up first to share.
- Rutderman, if you have anything to share, I would love to have you up.
- Rutderman, if you have anything to share, I would love to have you up.
- </c><00:51:14.880><c> I</c> share, I would love to have you up.
- I share, I would love to have you up.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
House Labor, Health & Social Services Committee, February 23, 2026
Labor, Health & Social Services
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:03:32.480><c> And</c> Um, as far as market share for the actual transports, so these are just
- Uh, Medicaid market share is somewhere between 10 to 15%, depending on the area.
- ><00:04:16.320><c> for</c> relatively smaller market share for relatively smaller market share for those
- I guess I'll just share my thoughts on this."
- I guess I'll just share my thoughts on this.
Bills:
HB0004
KY
Kentucky 2025 Regular Session
Interim Joint Committee on Families and Children (9-24-25)
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, we just want to share a little bit about Isaiah 117 House. We're going to show a video first.
- Is that something you could share a little bit about, please?
- </c><00:19:53.760><c> a</c> Is that something you could share a Is that something you could share a little
- Watson, thank you for sharing your story. Uh, what an honor. And your mama is so proud of you.
- </c><00:21:45.600><c> your</c> Watson, thank you for sharing your Watson, thank you for sharing your
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Families and Children met with a quorum, approved the August minutes, and received an update that the number of children in out-of-home care with active placements was 8,647 as of September 7, 2025. The first presentation was from Isaiah 117 House, a nonprofit that provides a home-like setting for children on removal day so they do not have to wait in a state office. Speakers described the mission as reducing trauma for children, lightening the burden on case workers, and easing transitions to foster or kinship placements. They said the Kentucky home in Logan County opened on August 15 and had already served 10 children in its first six days.
Committee members asked about logistics, including whether children placed with kinship caregivers would still come to the house, how long children can stay, who remains responsible for them, and how volunteers are screened. The presenters said children are brought to the house regardless of whether they are headed to kinship or foster placement, that 72 hours is not a hard cutoff, and that a case worker remains in charge at all times while volunteers provide support. They also said volunteers undergo background checks, trauma-informed training, confidentiality instruction, and annual continuing education. In response to questions about funding and expansion, they said Isaiah 117 House is community-funded without state or federal money, and that new homes are opened only when fully funded, with construction costs typically ranging from $80,000 to $150,000 and first-year budgets around $180,000.
The committee then heard a presentation from Remy Eastep Homes on its Family Centered Integrated Healthcare and related services. Leaders described the organization’s history from its origins as separate orphanages in Boyd County to residential treatment, treatment foster care, prevention services, and outpatient behavioral health. They said the organization shifted about 15 years ago toward engaging families more directly because family involvement improves outcomes and helps keep children safely at home when possible. The presentation continued into program details, but no votes or formal actions were taken on either presentation.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Conference Committee on HF2431 5/9/25
Transcript Highlights:
- This is intended to be an informal opportunity to share information and ask questions for each bill.
- information and ask questions to share information and ask questions for<00:16:01.440><c> each</c><00
- This is intended to be an informal opportunity to share information and ask questions for each bill.
- So I just was, I shared these, I think they got in late.
- So I just was I shared these I as well.
Summary:
The committee first took up a series of “same and similar” provisions between the House and Senate higher education bills and adopted them one by one, with brief explanations from members and staff. The items included a cybersecurity addition for a doctoral degree program, Northstar Promise definitions and eligibility limits, self-loan provisions on institution eligibility and data disclosure, and dual training language requiring certificates, diplomas, or degrees to come from accredited postsecondary institutions. The committee also adopted an amendment to the private career school provisions that clarified exempt institutions remain within the act, and removed certain limited-license and renewal fees for institutions participating in dual training grants or the eligible training provider list. Each of these motions prevailed by voice vote.
The committee then moved into policy differences between the House and Senate bills, beginning with emergency grants and hunger-free campus grants. Members discussed shifting funding from OHE-administered competitive grants to direct appropriations for the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State, while the Senate retained competitive grant access for private and tribal colleges and added reporting requirements. OHE Commissioner Dennis Olson said the added reporting would be an extra administrative task but raised no significant concerns. Testifiers from the University of Minnesota, Minnesota State, and the private college sector supported faster, more direct funding and described the grants as important for emergency housing, transportation, food insecurity, and other student basic needs. A LeadMN representative also supported the changes, saying campus staff and students wanted funds delivered more quickly.
The committee also discussed direct admissions on R31. The Senate proposal would require public and charter high schools to participate in the direct admissions program by the 2029-2030 school year. Assistant Commissioner Wendy Robinson said OHE supports statewide expansion and that the program has improved FAFSA completion, college enrollment, and student retention in Minnesota. Members noted the bill had bipartisan support and heard from advocates such as Ed Allies and Students United. No votes were taken on the policy-difference items during this portion of the meeting, and the chair said further discussion of state grant and sexual misconduct policy differences would be held at a later hearing with additional OHE staff present.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- to the ride-share company about sexual advances that the driver had made.
- I'm here to share the industry's strong support for Senate...
- mean we're not going to share information.
- Cohen, for your courage and for sharing your story. With us is Dr. Leonard.
- Thank you for sharing your testimony.
Bills:
SB 30, SB 517, SB 1313, SB 1314, SB 1316, SB 1541, SB 1698, SB 1845, SB 1860, SB 2420, SB 2429
Keywords:
gambling, criminal offenses, penalties, defense, electronic devices, tobacco advertising, youth protection, public health, criminal offense, retailer regulation, e-cigarettes, nicotine products, health, public safety, regulation, advertising restrictions, health and safety, elections, election audit, county elections
Summary:
The Senate Committee on State Affairs convened to discuss several critical pieces of legislation including SB30 and SB38. Senator Betancourt introduced a committee substitute for SB38 which underwent a smooth adoption process, moving it favorably toward the Senate. The meeting featured a mix of invited testimonies where both proponents and opponents took the floor. One notable highlight included a testimony from Melissa Casey, who criticized the current legal state as prone to fraud and detrimental to both insurers and the public at large, contending that it inflated insurance costs across the board. The discussions delved deeply into the implications of the bills on judicial processes and potential insurance ramifications, with spirited debates surrounding issues of non-economic damages and jury rights.
The atmosphere remained engaged as committee members heard varied perspectives on the bills, showcasing a robust democratic process. The meeting underscored the importance of public testimony in shaping legislation, ensuring that multiple voices were considered as the committee pressed on towards making decisions that affect the legal landscape of Texas.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 2/25/25
Children and Families Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm here today to express my strong support for House File 1247 and to share a little bit about the impact
- I'm here today to express my strong support for House File 1247 and to share a little bit about the impact
- </c><00:14:04.360><c> my</c> into our business model and to share my into our business model and to share
- Special education umbrella and I do think that's a parent right, whether or not you share that.
- Um, I share some of their concerns about just, I mean, that 16-year-olds, um, could be a lead teacher
Keywords:
child care, aides, supervision, child care centers, staffing regulations, childcare, day care, licensed child care center, early childhood education, child care licensing, director qualifications, staff ratios, group size, staff-to-child ratio, substitutes, volunteers, assistant teacher, teacher qualifications, infant care, toddler age
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
EDN Public Hearing - Thu Feb 6, 2025 @ 2:00 PM HST
Transcript Highlights:
- Can you please expand upon your testimony and share some of the practices you folks partner up with DOE
- Like Director Shotz shared, we do have that tracker that allows us to see what has been completed and
- we do have that director shot shared we do have that tracker<00:12:39.839><c> that</c><00:12:40.000>
- Is there any effort to do cost sharing or to have Hawaiian Electric fund this study?
- sharing sharing providing<00:24:06.919><c> back</c><00:24:07.279><c> backup</c><00:24:07.760><c> power
Summary:
The House Committee on Education met on February 6 at 2:00 p.m. and heard testimony on a series of education-related bills. HB 1200, which would codify teacher ratios in statute, drew support from the Department of Education, the Democratic Party of the Education Caucus, and 11 individuals; no opposition was noted and the committee moved on without questions. HB 1344, concerning mandatory FAFSA completion, received testimony from the Department of Education, Hawaii P20, and a University of Hawaiʻi student who cited unclaimed Pell Grant funds and low FAFSA completion rates as reasons to support the bill. Committee members asked about current outreach efforts, and DOE and P20 described FAFSA tracking data, hotlines, email support, school-based FAFSA nights, and coordination with counselors; members also raised concerns about federal education funding and Pell Grants.
The committee then heard HB 1499, which would authorize staff and volunteers to administer certain medications. The Department of Education, Department of Health, University of Hawaiʻi nursing leadership, and the Hawaii State Center for Nursing all testified in support, along with several individuals and the Democratic Party Environmental Caucus. The next measure, HB 902 on the Public Safety Power Shutoff program, was supported by DOE, the Public Utilities Commission, and Hawaiian Electric, but it prompted extensive questioning from the Vice Chair about whether taxpayers should fund a study to help schools remain open during shutoffs. Hawaiian Electric said the bill would help DOE assess impacts in wildfire-risk areas and noted its wildfire safety strategy, outreach efforts, and potential community resource centers, while the Vice Chair argued the utility should bear more of the cost.
The committee also heard HB 961, a bill on school libraries and a CASS pilot program, with DOE offering comments and HSTA and the Hawaii Library Association strongly supporting it. HSTA argued certified librarians are important for literacy, research, and digital literacy, and said many schools lack them because of cost; the association and 14 individuals testified in support. HB 962, a related bill on DOE libraries and the system, also drew support from DOE, HSTA, and the Hawaii Library Association, with 15 individuals in support. Finally, HB 730, concerning the Civil Rights Compliance Branch, received support from DOE, White Children’s Action Network, AAW of Hawaiʻi, and many individuals. Testifiers said the branch needs more resources and training and handles more than Title IX, including Title VI, Title VII, and ADA matters. A student plaintiff in a Title IX lawsuit described unequal treatment in athletics and facilities, and another supporter said the bill would help ensure compliance with federal civil rights laws. No votes were taken during the portion of the meeting provided.
HI
Hawaii 2025 Regular Session
HOU-HWN, HOU-GVO, HOU Public Hearings 01-30-2025
Transcript Highlights:
- for a rental-to-own project, under the current statute the DHHL homes will be subject to buyback and share
- DHL homes will be subject to buyback the DHL homes will be subject to buyback and<00:05:08.720><c> share
- </c><00:05:08.960><c> appreciation</c> and share appreciation and share appreciation regulations<00:05
- </c><00:29:15.559><c> information</c> to just basically sharing information to just basically sharing
- </c> other funding sources that can be shared other funding sources that can be shared with<00:30:06.840
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on SB 834, which would change restrictions on transfers of real property under chapter 201H, HRS, and was discussed in the context of Hawaiian homelands and HHFDC-funded projects. Supporters, including HHFDC, DHHL, and individual testifiers, said the bill would clarify that Hawaiian homelands should not be subject to the 201H buyback and appreciation restrictions, while preserving affordability requirements tied to federal mortgage and tax credit programs. HHFDC explained that the main concern was the buyback/share-appreciation provisions, especially for DHHL projects using LIHTC or similar financing, and said aligning the statute with DHHL’s program goals would not be a problem. Members questioned whether removing the restrictions could weaken affordability protections, and whether the state could still prioritize beneficiaries and workforce housing, but no vote was taken in the portion provided.
The committee then took up SB 759, which would add the DHHL chairperson or designee to the HHFDC board of directors and adjust quorum requirements. DHHL and several supporters argued the measure would give Hawaiian Homes a seat at the table, improve access to HHFDC funding sources such as tax credits, private activity bonds, and revolving funds, and help leverage limited resources to reduce the Hawaiian Homes waitlist. One testifier supported the bill but urged safeguards to prevent favoritism or abuse of power, and another raised concerns about whether a DHHL representative would need to recuse from voting on projects involving DHHL. HHFDC testified that DHHL projects still must compete under the same criteria and set-asides as other applicants, and that the board already includes multiple public and executive representatives.
Members pressed on whether DHHL could achieve the same informational goals without a voting seat, and whether the added board role would create leverage or conflicts. The DHHL witness said a nonvoting role could provide information, but a voting seat would be more useful for decision-making and advocacy. The discussion also covered DHHL’s use of LIHTC, rent-to-own models, transitional housing, and other layered financing, as well as the broader need to coordinate state housing resources. The transcript ends during continued questioning, with no final committee action or vote shown.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services Jul 7th, 2026
Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Sales are way down because this industry is taking their market share away.
- Thank you for this opportunity to share my story. Thank you, Ms.
- They're getting together to share memories. They had been friends in college.
- They're getting together to share memories. And one of them brought some edibles.
- We share crisis plans, bed availability, and consistent points of contact.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- We all share the goal of making our streets and our communities safer.
- I'm going to share a short story of mine. In L.A.
- Senator Caballero, thank you for sharing your story with us.
- I do want to thank the opposition for sharing her story as well.
- County and sharing your story, I agree.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- I would love to share, Chair Davids.”
- </c> would love to share, Chair Davis. would love to share, Chair Davis.
- I share the sentiments about, you know, your home health, you're working child care.
- I share the sentiments about, you know, your home health, you're working child care.
- </c><01:37:40.120><c> the</c><01:37:40.280><c> goals</c> you know, we share the goals you know, we share
Keywords:
taxation, pass-through entity, qualifying owner, partnership, S corporation, tax return, overtime compensation, tax deduction, income tax, federal regulations, tax reform, tip income, federal tax deduction, Minnesota Statutes, individual income, employer contributions, Trump accounts, federal law, gross income exclusion, 1183
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Would you mind sharing that with members of the committee? It would be very great.
- You know, with a focus on public health and safety, I think there's a lot of shared values.
- Thank you for sharing your story. Thank you for being here.
- to share.
- I want to share. Senator Perry, you're recognized.
Keywords:
disaster relief, flood preparedness, emergency funding, local government support, meteorological forecasting, human trafficking, trafficking victim, compelling prostitution, affirmative defense, criminal defense, coercion, force fraud or coercion, sexual exploitation, victim protection, Penal Code, Texas criminal law, prosecution, party liability, affirmative defense statute, survivor rights
Summary:
The Senate Committee on State Affairs took up Senate Bill 5, which Senator Perry described as a ban on intoxicating THC consumer products while preserving legal CBD, CBG, hemp seed, hemp seed protein powder, and hemp seed oil products. Perry argued that most retail THC products are already illegal under federal law, that the industry has used loopholes and misleading labeling to sell high-potency products, and that regulation would be ineffective because chemists can quickly alter formulations. He also said the bill would steer people with medical needs toward the Texas Compassionate Use Program (T-Cup), which he and other supporters described as the proper physician-guided alternative. Committee members and witnesses repeatedly discussed the distinction between legal hemp-derived products and intoxicating THC products, and Perry said the bill would not touch non-consumable hemp uses such as fiber and clothing.
Invited testimony came from law enforcement and medical witnesses who supported the bill. Texas Police Chiefs Association representative Steve Dye, Kaufman County District Attorney Early Wiley, and Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne all said regulation would be too costly, too complex, and ultimately unenforceable, while a ban would be clearer and easier to enforce. They cited overloaded DPS labs, the need for expensive private testing, limited police and prosecutor resources, and the difficulty of keeping up with constantly changing cannabinoids and out-of-state products. Hawthorne and Wiley described raids and investigations involving warehouses, retail stores, cash seizures, and products they said were marketed to young people and often mislabeled or imported from other states. They also said the bill would help law enforcement by creating a clearer legal line and protecting legitimate CBD/CBG businesses.
Dr. Lindy McGee, speaking for the Texas Medical Association and Texas Pediatric Society, testified that retail THC products pose serious risks to children and adolescents, including addiction, impaired brain development, psychosis, suicide attempts, self-harm, accidental toddler ingestions, and possible long-term cognitive effects. She said there is no effective medication treatment for THC addiction comparable to nicotine cessation tools, and she supported restrictions such as child-resistant packaging, no marketing to minors, and age limits, while opposing criminal penalties for possession by minors. Senators asked follow-up questions about brain development, memory, dementia risk, pregnancy, and cardiovascular effects. No vote was taken during the portion provided, and the committee continued with invited testimony and questions.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 4/2/25
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Funds requested would directly address the urgent needs identified by the workgroup and shared across
- group and shared across the participating<00:10:16.480><c> counties</c><00:10:17.480><c> examples</c
- </c><00:26:26.480><c> with</c> we've heard a lot about as I shared with we've heard a lot about as I
- </c><01:17:58.560><c> experiences</c><01:17:59.560><c> and</c> best practices shared experiences and
- They also share that daily activities have become challenging.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/18/25
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> to share a few facts about MLDD. to share a few facts about MLDD.
- </c><00:30:48.960><c> my</c> Thank you for allowing me to share my Thank you for allowing me to share
- We each have stories we can share.
- We each have stories we can share.
- </c><01:47:24.800><c> while</c> Minnesota should get its share while Minnesota should get its share while
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy Committee 3/13/25
Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:10:37.040><c> that</c><00:10:37.120><c> she</c><00:10:37.320><c> is</c> provider in Mano shared
- that she is provider in Mano shared that she is going<00:10:37.519><c> to</c><00:10:37.639><c> have<
- I'm here today to share my support for House File 1976, modifying the paid family medical leave law.
- I'm here today to share my support for House File 1976, modifying the paid family medical leave law.
- As an educator and a parent of a young child, I share the same belief.
Bills:
HF1976
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee 2/20/25
Human Services Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Have you consulted with the agency to inquire about data sharing?
- Have you consulted with the agency to inquire about data sharing?
- Have you consulted with the agency to inquire about data sharing?
- Amendments that were pulled, um, that had to do with data sharing too.
- </c> difficult for some of the data sharing difficult for some of the data sharing with<01:04:58.760>
Keywords:
Office of Inspector General, inspector general, legislative audit, fraud prevention, waste and abuse, public funds, grant oversight, state grants, grant management, whistleblower protection, retaliation, subpoena power, data practices, government transparency, accountability, law enforcement referrals, sanctions, debarment, payment withholding, public assistance fraud
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Housing and Homelessness Prevention - 02/18/25
Housing and Homelessness Prevention
Transcript Highlights:
- I'd like to begin by sharing 31 years ago on a cold February day much like this, I was a new volunteer
- I'd like to begin by sharing 31 years ago on a cold February day much like this, I was a new volunteer
- there and I would share with you that<00:10:43.120><c> we</c><00:10:43.240><c> have</c><00:10:43.519
- I really appreciate the work that you guys do, like Senator Pha, I share my...
- I'll be available for questions, and Michael is going to share a bit from one of our clients.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Health Finance and Policy Committee 2/17/25
Health Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- So I want you to know, because you debate this issue hotly every day and every week, that I too share
- </c><00:04:54.560><c> the</c> and every week that I too share the and every week that I too share the
- </c><00:15:15.399><c> with</c> I just want to close by by sharing with I just want to close by by sharing
- </c> Minnesota Farmers Union I want to share Minnesota Farmers Union I want to share my<01:27:17.320>
- Thank you for sharing that. I don't see this as our answer, like you.
Keywords:
undocumented immigrants, state funding, MinnesotaCare, scholarship ineligibility, state assistance, permit to carry, concealed carry, handgun permit, firearm permit, pistol training, sheriff, application process, electronic filing, mail application, fax submission, certified mail, certified delivery, gun rights, Second Amendment, firearms regulation
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, January 14, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- On behalf of all of Western New York, thank you for sharing your voice. Congratulations, Sydney.
- </c><00:18:47.520><c> your</c> New York thank you for sharing your New York thank you for sharing your
- Let me share, having practiced as a city and regional planner long before election to Congress, I was
- </c><01:15:32.440><c> having</c> midst of chaos let me share having midst of chaos let me share having
- Jamie Jacobs for sharing these essential stories<02:15:34.599><c> thank</c><02:15:34.760><c> you</c>
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Leadership Media Availability 4/16/26
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- House chairs are doing their work, and so we don't have specifics to share right now.
- <00:04:39.840><c> have</c><00:04:39.960><c> specifics</c><00:04:40.560><c> to</c><00:04:40.680><c> share
- </c> and so we don't have specifics to share and so we don't have specifics to share right<00:04:41.120