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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Revenue and Taxation Committee Apr 20th, 2026
Revenue and Taxation
Transcript Highlights:
- Many are forced to hire professional or legal assistance, or appraisal professionals, to navigate the
- We are the world's preeminent labor union of post-production professionals.
- We are the world's preeminent labor union of post-production professionals.
- We are the world's preeminent labor union of post-production professionals.
- This is tied to post-production, not the entertainment industry at large, post-production.
Committee:
House Revenue and Taxation
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 6, 2025 - 01:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- I think We all realize that these are professionals who are working doing the professional job, and they
- It also has a cooling effect on us being able to find the best professionals to do these jobs in local
- I think Jonathan and I would be, we'd love to sit down and entertain any comments that the Clerk's Association
- think her comments are more of the civil remedy through the judicial process, which I think we can entertain
Summary:
The Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee heard and voted on several local and statewide bills. HB 69, by Rep. Andrade, preempted local zoning and land-use authority to the state for presidential libraries; after an amendment clarifying the scope of preemption, it passed 13-2. HB 63, by Reps. Gerwig and Cassel, created a public-records exemption for city and county administrators and their deputies, citing threats and harassment against local administrators; it included a 10-year sunset and passed 15-0. HB 4045, by Rep. Alvarez, updated the City of Tampa firefighters’ and police officers’ pension plan, including extending the DROP period by three years; it passed 14-0 with a committee substitute. HB 4023, by Rep. Hunschofsky, tightened conflict-of-interest rules for officers and employees of the North Springs Improvement District after prior audit concerns; it passed 16-0. HB 4017, by Rep. Oliver, codified the Bermont Drainage District’s charter and corrected a statutory cross-reference via amendment; it passed 16-0 with committee substitute. HB 4009, by Rep. Kendall, renamed the St. Johns County regional airport to the St. Augustine Airport and passed 16-0. The committee also considered PCB IAS 25-01, by Vice Chair Griffiths, which would standardize county constitutional officers’ budget procedures and create an appeal process for clerks of court and supervisors of elections similar to that used by sheriffs; after testimony from the clerks and supervisors’ associations, it passed 16-0.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Rules Committee Apr 22nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- I'll entertain a motion. Thank you. We have Vice Chair Grove.
- I'll entertain a motion. We have a motion by Vice Chair Grove. Can we please call the roll?
- I'll entertain a motion. I would move this one. All right, Senator Laird has made a motion.
- I'll entertain a motion. All right, that motion was made by Senator Laird.
- I'll entertain a motion, please. We have Vice Chair Grove, who's made that motion.
Summary:
The Senate Rules Committee met to consider several governor’s appointments and routine agenda items. It first approved, on call, appointments not required to appear for Olivia May Assuncion to the Commission on Disability Access, William Adams to the California Exposition and State Fair Board of Directors, and two California Law Revision Commission nominees, with one of the law revision appointments drawing a split vote. The committee also approved reference of bills to committees and floor acknowledgments before moving to appointments required to appear.
Brian Bishop, nominated to lead the Division of Adult Parole Operations at CDCR, testified that he would emphasize public safety, accountability, rehabilitation, and staff well-being. In questioning, senators focused on risk assessment for higher-risk parolees, GPS monitoring, coordination with local law enforcement, victim protections, supervision of unhoused parolees, and oversight of private reentry/housing contractors. Bishop said DAPO uses data-driven supervision, risk tools, compliance sweeps with law enforcement, exclusion zones and administrative transfers to protect victims, and contract monitoring through invoices, site visits, and utilization reports. Public commenters from reentry and justice organizations supported his confirmation, and the committee voted 5-0 to send the nomination to the full Senate.
Sarah Larson, nominated to direct CDCR’s Facilities Management and Construction, described her CDCR background and said she wanted to help modernize the department’s aging infrastructure to support staff and incarcerated people. Senators asked about aligning facilities with a declining prison population, cooling and heat mitigation, safety during construction, prison closures such as Norco, disaster planning, and how closed facilities are maintained or could be reopened. Larson said CDCR has reduced its footprint, is piloting cooling upgrades at several sites, maintains closed facilities in cold shutdown with minimal upkeep, and uses emergency planning and mutual aid for disasters. She also said the department is exploring infrastructure master planning and more substantial, targeted improvements, and the committee again heard supportive public testimony before voting 5-0 to advance her nomination to the full Senate.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- I'll entertain a motion. We have Vice Chair Grove. If we can please call the roll: Limon: Aye.
- I'll entertain a motion. We have a motion by Vice Chair Grove. Can we please call the roll?
- I'll entertain a motion. I would move this one. All right. Senator Laird has made a motion.
- I'll entertain a motion. All right, that motion was made by Senator Laird.
- I'll entertain a motion, please. We have Vice Chair Grove, who's made that motion.
Committee:
Senate Rules
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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Committee:
House Capital Investment
AL
Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama House County and Municipal Government Committee Mar 17th, 2026
County and Municipal Government
Transcript Highlights:
- Her husband was a lifelong military professional and individual retired. So it goes to the spouse.
- Um, the basics of this is it establishes a new office of occupational and professional licensing.
- It establishes the office of occupational professional licensing and appoints the executive director.
- The senator has professional licensing.
- Entertainment motion Bill is carried over the motion. >> Yes, sir.
Committee:
House County and Municipal Government
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jun 9th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, please join me in thanking Roman for his service and wishing him a continued success in his professional
- From composer John Philip Sousa to architect William Pereira, and most recently entertainers like Steve
- Before we entertain a motion to adjourn, will you all join me in wishing Mr.
- Seeing and hearing no further business, ready to entertain a motion to adjourn. Ms.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Higher Education Committee Apr 29th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Tiffany Mock on behalf of CFT, a union of educators and classified professionals.
- President of the University of California Graduate and Professional Council.
- I’m happy to entertain your questions. Thank you so much.
- They are dedicated professionals who are passionate...
- At this time now, we'll entertain add-ons. I'm sorry, let's see a motion.
Summary:
The Assembly Higher Education Committee heard a series of bills focused on expanding access to higher education, addressing workforce shortages, student housing, and labor standards on campus projects. AB 662 would create a South County Higher Education Task Force to explore a mixed-use, intersegmental institution in Chula Vista; supporters said South San Diego County is a “college desert,” while the bill passed on a due pass as amended motion to Appropriations. AB 885 would establish a College Access for All Fund to help make CSU and UC attendance more affordable; supporters cited student debt and affordability concerns, and it also passed to Appropriations. AB 730 would provide $15 million to help establish a medical school in the Central Valley to address physician shortages, and it advanced on a due pass motion. AB 1400 would let up to 15 community college districts pilot bachelor’s degrees in nursing; supporters argued it would expand affordable BSN access and keep students local, while CSU, UC, and other higher education groups opposed it as unnecessary and inconsistent with the master plan. The bill passed to Appropriations, with members raising questions about clinical placements, faculty shortages, and possible effects on associate-degree programs.
The committee also considered AB 1235, which would require CSU design-build projects to use a skilled and trained workforce, aligning CSU with other public higher education construction standards. Supporters said it would improve safety, training, and local job opportunities, and the bill passed to Appropriations. AB 1247 would restrict contracting out of classified school and community college jobs unless workers meet training and qualification standards and would address pension and training concerns; supporters said it would protect students and classified employees, while school and college groups warned it would disrupt services and add unfunded mandates. The bill passed to Appropriations with one no vote. AB 1470, presented on behalf of Assemblymember Haney, would allow a portion of student housing revolving loan funds to be used for affordable student, faculty, and staff housing in downtown and commercial districts; it was discussed as a housing and downtown revitalization measure, but the committee held off on a motion pending more members. ACA 3, also on behalf of Haney, would require UC to offer limited down payment loans to eligible long-term support staff first-time homebuyers; it drew extensive support from UC workers and unions, while UC and business groups opposed it as costly and outside UC’s mission, and the measure was still under discussion at the end of the transcript.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism Committee Apr 22nd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- The entertainment industry was birthed out of California.
- Then came the entertainment industry strike, which hit our workers again.
- Then came the entertainment industry strike, which hit our workers again.
- Kathy Garmes, the Entertainment Union Coalition, strong support. Thank you.
- Could we entertain a vote change? Yes, there's a vote change.
Summary:
The committee heard AB 749, which would create a blue ribbon commission to study equitable access to youth sports and recommend a statewide framework, including coaching standards, PE modernization, and funding models to reduce barriers for families. The author and supporters, including youth sports advocates, educators, coaches, and former athletes, argued that sports improve health, school engagement, and long-term opportunity, while noting racial and income disparities in participation. One member raised concerns that a new commission could add cost and regulatory burdens, but the bill was framed as a study measure rather than immediate regulation.
The committee also took up AB 549, aimed at coordinating state and local security planning for major upcoming sporting events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, and Olympic and Paralympic Games. Supporters said the bill would improve interagency coordination, protect visitors and communities, and help prevent human trafficking and discrimination during mega-events. Members discussed the need to avoid over-policing and to center community values, but the bill advanced on a due pass recommendation to Appropriations.
AB 1291 addressed ticket purchasing for concerts, sports, and other live events by requiring electronic proof of purchase and allowing it to be used for entry if a ticket cannot be accessed through no fault of the buyer. Supporters said the measure would give consumers more certainty and help address problems in a monopolized ticketing market, while opponents from venues, sports teams, and entertainment groups warned it could undermine anti-scalping tools, create security problems, and burden venues with duplicate or fraudulent proofs of purchase. The committee approved the bill on a due pass as amended basis to Privacy and Consumer Protection, with the roll held open for absent members. The consent calendar item, AB 644, was also approved.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Citizen Commission for Performance Measurement of Tax Preferences May 6th, 2026 at 10:00 am
Citizen Commission for Performance Measurement of Tax Preferences
Transcript Highlights:
- Hopefully you had a chance to review them, and I will entertain a motion.
- And to the extent the commission would entertain an executive session, I would be working closely with
- But I'd entertain anyone's thoughts as to if we want to ask staff to reconsider the priorities on which
- That doesn't happen in a lot of professions or in a professional life, and this is...
- That doesn't happen in a lot of professions or in a professional life. And this has been the case.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Health and Human Services Mar 19th, 2025
House Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- our rural communities and all over New Mexico, but primarily our rural areas, cost efficiency, professional
- I will entertain a motion? Yes. OK, go ahead. Thank you, Madam Chair. Representative Jones.
- So I will entertain a motion. Madam Chair, Move to table.
- Um, so, seeing no further questions, I will entertain a motion.
- idea here is to work with speech language pathologists and psychologists or behaviorally trained professionals
Committee:
House House Health & Human Services
NV
Transcript Highlights:
- Okay, not seeing any, I will entertain... Members, any questions?
- Okay, not seeing any, I will entertain a motion. So moved.
- Not seeing any, I'll entertain...
- Not seeing any, I'll entertain a motion. Not seeing any, I'll entertain a motion.
- So I would like to entertain a motion to do pass Senate Bill 323.
Committee:
Assembly Judiciary
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Human Services Feb 4th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So due to the short time and the committee has to hear bills, I would entertain a motion to waive the
- So due to the short time and the committee has to hear bills, I would entertain a motion to waive the
- Once on an LRA, a professional triad supervises their day-to-day movements.
- It would violate professional ethics. Please don't do it.
- I want the professionals that are currently retained to do this work to do that kind of work.
Summary:
The Human Services Committee met on policy cutoff day and first completed executive action on several bills. Members advanced Senate Bill 6224 on the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Leadership Council to Ways and Means, Senate Bill 6255 on the poverty task force/council changes to Rules, Senate Bill 5977 on DCYF near-fatality reports to Rules, Senate Bill 5979 on in-home dependency procedures to Rules, Senate Bill 6249 on DOC supervision of stalking convictions to Rules, and Senate Bill 6007 on WISIP’s evaluation of child welfare screening tools to Ways and Means. The committee also confirmed gubernatorial appointee Angela Ramirez. Several proposed amendments were debated, mostly offered by Senator Christian, but most failed; one technical amendment to SB 6184 was adopted, and an amendment to SB 6007 removing the risk-assessment portion of the study was adopted before the bill advanced. The committee also moved to waive the five-day notice rule for Senate Bill 6339 so it could be heard that day.
The public hearing on Senate Bill 6339 focused on a proposed requirement that a less restrictive alternative (LRA) placement for sexually violent predators be owned and operated by the same individuals. Senator Torres and Senator Banke argued the bill would improve accountability, transparency, and community safety, citing a proposed Kennewick placement near schools and children. Supporters from the city of Kennewick and community members said the current process lacked transparency and that owner-operators should have a direct stake in safe operation. Opponents, including DSHS, the Washington Defender Association, the Office of Public Defense, and Disability Rights Washington, said the bill would create conflicts of interest, be difficult or impossible to implement, and could undermine the constitutional LRA process by making community placement unattainable. Committee members asked about liability, supervision, and the difference between LRA placements and unconditional release, and the chair said more work was needed on the issue.
No final action was taken on SB 6339 during the hearing. The chair closed the hearing after noting the committee was at cutoff and that further discussion would continue later.
AR
Arkansas 2026 Regular Session
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND DEMENTIA ADVISORY COUNCIL Aug 25th, 2026
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND DEMENTIA ADVISORY COUNCIL
Transcript Highlights:
- So we've got to figure out what that delta is and then use that delta to recruit the professionals who
- The most expensive part... ...professionals who are going to take care of our patients.
- It's the professionals in it who are the healers and the caretakers.
- Then I will entertain a motion to approve this part of the state plan. All right. Got a motion.
- Then I will entertain a motion to approve this part of the state plan. All right. Got a motion.
Summary:
The Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Advisory Council met to approve the August 12 minutes and then reviewed an updated Arkansas state plan for dementia. David Cook of the Alzheimer’s Association explained that the plan reflects newer research and treatments, and the council discussed adding objectives related to insurance coverage for diagnostics and therapies, access to specialists, provider education, and the use of biomarker testing. Members also raised concerns about low reimbursement rates, hospital financial strain, and the need to recruit and train more neurologists and advanced practice providers, especially in rural areas. The council approved the general outline of the state plan, with objectives to be refined later.
The meeting then moved through proposed priority areas for the next state plan: dementia risk reduction and brain health, caregiver support, access to diagnostics and treatment, and access to quality care. Testimony emphasized integrating brain health messaging into existing public health efforts, reducing stigma by framing outreach around “brain health,” expanding education in underserved communities including Marshallese speakers, and improving referral networks and dementia resource centers. Members also discussed the need for more caregiver respite support, broader caregiver navigation services, and possible future legislation to strengthen those programs.
Under access and quality of care, participants discussed gaps in Medicaid and other payer coverage, the need for rural telehealth and specialist networks, and the importance of training first responders, home care workers, and other direct care staff. Concerns were raised that some training requirements apply only to licensed providers, leaving private-pay home care outside the same standards. The council also reviewed membership participation and discussed possible changes to the statute to replace inactive members. No additional votes were taken beyond approving the state plan outline, and the council scheduled its next meeting for September 22 at 10 a.m. to focus on finalizing the state plan before the October 1 report deadline.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- FISCA supports the school counseling profession through advocacy, collaboration, and professional growth
- Hunchowski for sponsoring this bill and for her continued support of school-based mental health professionals
- Fisca supports the school counseling profession through advocacy, collaboration, and professional growth
- The problem is currently under law they can't even entertain that notion. Follow up?
- The problem is currently under law they can't even entertain that notion. Follow up?
Committee:
House Education & Employment Committee
Summary:
The Education and Employment Committee heard and voted on several education-related bills. HB 129 on Florida Virtual School was presented as a cleanup bill responding to audit-related statutory updates; it would remove priority language, allow all Florida students and eligible overseas military dependents access, clarify teacher employment/retirement status, permit local schools to administer required exams, and authorize direct support organizations. The bill drew support from Seminole State College and Florida Virtual School and was reported favorably 15-0.
HB 423 on student elopement, sponsored by Reps. Eskamani and Tramont, would require schools to establish safety teams and procedures to prevent and respond to elopement by students with autism or similar needs. Testimony from the Autism Society of Greater Orlando and a student advocate emphasized safety risks and the need for clear school protocols. Members spoke strongly in support, and the bill passed unanimously 16-0. CS for CS for HB 753 on school counselors removed two certification barriers, kept the master’s degree requirement, and aligned evaluations with Florida school counseling standards; school counselor groups and several members argued it would help address counselor shortages and workload issues. It also passed unanimously 16-0.
The committee also approved CS for CS for HB 1253, which would let school-employed coaches use up to $15,000 per team per year of personal funds to support student-athletes with items like food, transportation, therapy, and rehabilitation, with an amendment requiring written parental consent. Several members raised concerns about liability, fairness, and guardrails, but the bill passed 17-0. PCS for CS for HB 833 on private school facilities would allow small private schools of 150 students or fewer to locate in commercial or mixed-use zoning without rezoning and to use certain existing buildings if fire and life-safety standards are met; members discussed traffic, school zones, and proximity to dispensaries, and it passed 15-0. PCS for CS for HB 1325 on the Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund clarified matching contributions, allowed use of funds for expansion or modernization of existing space, and permitted two-year awards; it passed 16-0. Finally, CS for HB 1437 on conversion charter schools created dispute-resolution options over facility maintenance and, via amendment, allowed capital outlay funding if the charter assumes full maintenance responsibility; despite some opposition, it passed 13-3. The committee then adjourned.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Jun 21st, 2026 at 10:30 am
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- When employees cannot move within the agency and grow professionally, they leave.
- School teachers, public safety professionals, and essential town services should not be cut because of
- at Minority Crescent, for consistently bringing a high standard of debate, accountability, and entertainment
- It's an absolutely pleasure to share the floor with you. entertainment throughout the week.
- Means, the Assistant Vice Chair, and the entire team, the incredible dedicated staff who have to entertain
Summary:
The Senate met on the FY27 budget and began with several ceremonial introductions and brief amendment withdrawals. Senator Collins withdrew amendments related to restoring DCF social worker funding and educator pay. The chamber then ruled a package of tax-related amendments offered by Senator Tarr out of order on constitutional grounds, finding they would create money-bill provisions that must originate in the House; the Senate upheld that ruling by a vote of 35-4. Senator Tarr later offered amendments on a gas tax suspension and related tax relief themes, but those were not adopted.
The Senate considered and rejected several other amendments, including proposals on commemorating Commonwealth history, naming a bridge, repeat offenders, and no-cost calls. One amendment by Senator Fattman to extend domestic violence leave protections to contract employees was adopted unanimously, with 39 votes in favor and none opposed. The chamber also adopted an amendment creating a special commission to study the adequacy, reliability, and distribution of unrestricted general government aid (UGA), after extended debate about inequities in municipal aid and local budget pressures. Members from across the chamber supported the commission, while some emphasized that adequacy of funding, not just redistribution, remains a concern.
The Senate then took up Chapter 90, passing the municipal roads and bridges bill to be engrossed. It also adopted a community programming amendment and a Senate Ways and Means amendment, then adopted the Ways and Means budget amendment as amended and ordered the underlying FY27 appropriations bill to a third reading. After lengthy closing remarks from the Ways and Means chair, minority leader, and the Senate President praising the budget process and highlighting investments in local aid, education, public safety, and other priorities, the Senate voted 40-0 to pass the FY27 budget bill to be engrossed. The chamber then adopted an order to reconvene the following Tuesday at 11 a.m. and adjourned in memory of Trooper Kevin Thomas Traynor.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/19/2026 - House Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
Artificial Intelligence & Innovation
Transcript Highlights:
- We are the largest professional services firm in the country.
- We are the largest professional services firm in the country.
- We'll try to keep it a little bit entertaining.
- So moderately entertaining.
- So moderately entertaining.
Bills:
SB1020
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- come through and you have the opportunity to look through them at that time, it's not the most entertaining
- They're not the most entertaining, so go ahead and answer that. Mr. Larson. Mr.
- Thank you, good Vice Chair, for that entertaining hour. But, you know, I've seen the rules.
- New for 2025 was the ability for Idahoans to schedule time directly with these trusted professionals
- via our Ability for Idahoans to schedule time directly with these trusted professionals via our website
Committee:
House Health and Welfare
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- I'll entertain a motion. Thank you so much to our Vice Chair, Grove. Can we please call the roll?
- I'll entertain a motion. I have a motion by Vice Chair Grove. Can we please call the roll? Limon?
- I'll entertain a motion. I have a motion by Vice Chair Grove. Can we please call the roll? Limon?
- I'll entertain a motion. Thank you to Vice Chair Grove. We have a motion.
- public servants, attorneys, inspectors, scientists, researchers, technologists, and administrative professionals
Committee:
Senate Rules
Summary:
The Senate Rules Committee approved several non-appearing gubernatorial appointments and routine agenda items by 4-0 votes, including Frank Damrow Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board, Michelle Eddger to the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and David Galavis to the State Park and Recreation Commission. The committee also approved bill referrals, a rule waiver to allow SB 1447 to be heard after the policy deadline, and floor acknowledgments.
The committee then heard the appointment of Clint Kellam as Director of the Department of Cannabis Control. Members focused heavily on cannabis regulation, especially illicit market activity, consumer education, labeling, and youth protection. Kellam said the department’s goal is to shift consumption from illicit to legal sources, not increase use, and described efforts such as the Real California Cannabis website, the required educational pamphlet for new users, inspections, and package review. Senators raised concerns about attractive-to-children packaging, high-dose beverages, and the need for tighter labeling rules; Kellam said the department is open to legislative changes, is working on an AI tool to help licensees review packaging, and uses recalls, citations, and administrative actions when products violate rules. He also described enforcement efforts against illegal cultivation and retail, including the Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force and cooperation with local, state, and federal agencies. The committee voted 4-0 to advance the appointment.
The committee next heard Jennifer Osborne’s appointment as Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Osborne described her background in state administration and said she aims to remove barriers, improve systems, and support workplace safety, wage enforcement, workers’ compensation, and apprenticeship programs. Senators asked about PAGA enforcement, Cal/OSHA audit findings, backlogs, staffing shortages, and complaint handling. Osborne said DIR’s role in PAGA is limited, but the department is working on Cal/OSHA policy revisions, training, additional investigation staff, centralized intake, IT modernization, and possible use of outside administrative law judges to reduce delays. She also said the department is addressing vacancy and backlog issues through classification changes and new hiring strategies. Public commenters from employer groups and labor organizations spoke in support, and the committee approved the appointment 4-0 for full Senate confirmation.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- to personally thank her for her hard work, professionalism, and commitment throughout the session.
- And former Senate professional staffer Susan Miller.
- His interests are entertainment, social welfare, law, and politics, of course.
- And we're going to see Daniel later on as an entertainment or intellectual property attorney.
- His interests are entertainment, social welfare, law, and politics, of course.