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• Her commitment to service reflected a clear focus on Colorado's core human capital priorities, including
• her role as vice chair of Health and Human Services and a member of the Education, Judiciary, and Legislative
• >> I'm taking advantage of it right now. >> Uh, members, uh, the Senate Health and Human Services Committee
• <01:37:38.800><c> Services</c><01:37:39.119><c> Committee</c><01:37:39.360><c> will</c><01:37:39.520>
• <c> be</c><01:37:39.679><c> meeting</c> Human Services Committee will be meeting Human Services Committee

Keywords: 981, all

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• Even before I was on this committee, I was here, certainly since I've been on the committee, the other
• Department of Health and Human Services regarding a federal law that prohibits Medicaid funding for..
• . ...Human Services regarding a federal law that prohibits Medicaid funding for Medicaid-covered services
• Department of Health and Human Services, and I am seconded by Senator Marklein.
• That concludes our agenda for today, and the committee is adjourned.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Finance

Keywords: 970, all

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• The Audit Committee, a joint committee meeting of the Post Audit Committee and the Intergovernmental
• Affairs Committee, will come to order.
• And maybe the advisory committee can also look at it.
• committee into governmental affairs, we do.
• and blanket service than then calling.

Committee: Senate Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight

Keywords: 1212, all

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• Motion to adopt the committee report? Senators, there's a motion to adopt the committee report.
• I move adoption of the Committee Report. We have a motion to adopt the Committee Report.
• Move adoption, committee report. We have a motion to adopt the committee report.
• Move adoption, committee report. We have a motion to adopt the committee report.
• the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Keywords: 996, all

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• Torkelson, members of the committee. I'm Torkelson, members of the committee.
• </c> the human impact in mind. the human impact in mind.
• </c> services lost 3,300 jobs. services lost 3,300 jobs.
• </c> social services. social services.
• </c> of the committee. of the committee.

Committee: House Ways and Means

Keywords: 1183, house

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• Chair and committee members.
• receive those services.
• receive those services.
• Good morning, committee members.
• I want to remind the committee that strikes have a much bigger impact on public services than individuals

Bills: HF1976

Committee: House Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy

Keywords: paid leave, family leave, employment law, Minnesota statute, benefit eligibility, seasonal employment, workforce, labor rights, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• This is also heard in the Health and Human Services Committee before deadlines.
• This is also heard in the Health and Human Services Committee before deadlines.
• , and it allows funding for the report to be requested through the fire service advisory committee.
• The funding would come from the fire service advisory committee, the fire board funding.
• > they</c><01:15:59.120><c> do</c><01:15:59.520><c> uh</c> service advisory committee um they do uh service

Committee: Senate Judiciary and Public Safety

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• ,</c><00:02:50.720><c> FAS,</c> Service, AMS, Foreign A service, FAS, Service, AMS, Foreign A service
• </c> Service, frequently referred to as NAS. Service, frequently referred to as NAS.
• </c> service that belongs within agriculture. service that belongs within agriculture.
• </c> the committee report for consideration. the committee report for consideration.
• . committee. committee.

Bills: SB2350 , SB2349 , SB2407 , SB3320

Committee: Senate Agriculture and Environment

Keywords: agriculture, aquaculture, livestock, agribusiness, Department of Agriculture, regulatory functions, employee benefits, restorative practices, sustainability, environmental stewardship, local food systems, Native Hawaiian, workforce development, agricultural development, Hawaii Island, property manager, state employment, SB3320, Hawaii, Agribusiness Development Corporation

Summary: The committee heard testimony on SP 2350, which would transfer oversight of the Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Development Division and the aquaculture and livestock support services branch to the Agribusiness Development Corporation. The Department of Agriculture and ADC both testified, with ADC opposing the bill as written while supporting the goal of strengthening agriculture. ADC said the transfer could create federal operational and coordination risks, jeopardize federal funding and program continuity, and was unnecessary because ADC is a business development entity, not a regulatory agency. The Hawaii Farmers Union also expressed concern that moving the programs could weaken the department’s ability to access federal resources, while the Hawaii Farm Bureau submitted written testimony and the Hawaii Aquaculture and Aquaponics Association and H-Plan were noted as supporting the measure; the Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council was noted as opposing it. Much of the discussion focused on aquaculture’s economic potential and the role of regulation, permitting, and funding. Committee members questioned why aquaculture had not grown faster, citing current gross revenues of about $66 million last year, a prior high of $82 million, and a possible long-term target of $500 million. Testimony identified permitting and feed costs as major barriers, along with market conditions and water quality issues affecting producers. ADC described ongoing efforts on feed development, permitting streamlining, coastal-state collaboration on seaweed and restorative aquaculture, and national advocacy for more parity in seafood import standards. Members also pressed the Department of Agriculture on its leadership and priorities, criticizing the lack of bills and resources dedicated to aquaculture and asking whether the department should have more authority to pursue land purchases and development opportunities. The department said it relies on divisions and industry feedback for bill ideas, noted it funds an annual aquaculture survey, and said it was pursuing congressional earmarks and other funding for aquaculture parks, research, and export/import issues. ADC said it would work with the department if the bill passed, but that its current statute does not give it regulatory authority and any such change would require a statutory amendment.

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• I'll defer to my colleague from the Department of Social Services.
• Alexis Fernandez Garcia with the Department of Social Services.
• Director for the City and County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency; and Amy Iitz, forgive
• Diego Health and Human Services Agency, and Amy Iitz, forgive me, Director of Programs at the Jacob
• every human being, regardless of where they're born.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Reports of standing committees, without objection, the reports of standing committees as listed on the
• Chairman, your Committee on Health and Human Services has considered Senate Bill 1125 and respectfully
• The Committee of the Committee of the Whole is called for the The Committee of the Whole is called the
• Chairman, your Committee on Health and Human Services has to consideration Senate Bill 1125 and respectfully
• Chairman, the Committee on Health and Human Services has no consideration of Senate Bill 1193 and respectfully

Summary: The House opened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, approval of the prior journal, and recognition of the doctor of the day. Members also offered personal privilege remarks, including a thank-you for care packages sent to deployed National Guard troops, an introduction of Mom’s Demand Action guests, and a proclamation honoring the 205th anniversary of Greek Independence Day. The Speaker announced several committee assignments and bill referrals, including the withdrawal and reassignment of SB 1050 and SB 1519, and the House then moved into Committee of the Whole. In Committee of the Whole, the House considered and approved three Senate bills. SB 1125 received a do pass recommendation; discussion noted it was part of a broader set of child welfare-related measures stemming from hearings and the Emily Pike case, with emphasis on communication gaps between tribes and DCS, and DCS’s support for the bill. SB 1193 was amended on the floor to include paramedics along with EMTs, with supporters saying the bill protects private information held by DHS vendors. SB 1448 was also amended and passed; it adds utility, telecommunications, and video service workers to the aggravated assault statute when they are engaged in official work duties, and members debated whether the protection was necessary or overly broad, with supporters stressing on-duty protection and opponents questioning the need for a special classification. After the Committee of the Whole rose, the House adopted its report and referred the three bills to engrossing. The chamber then took up third-reading votes on SB 1023, relating to optometrists, which passed 43-10, and SB 1211, relating to sentencing, which passed 53-0. The House also heard announcements about upcoming committee meetings and a proclamation naming April 26 through May 2, 2026, as Arizona Water Professionals Week. The House adjourned until 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

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• Reports of committees will be deemed read and amendments deemed adopted.
• Senate Bill 129 by the committee on budget.
• Sites managed by the National Park Service and deeply cherished by our community.
• Thought change in human history.
• Police Department in 2001, totaling 45 years of service to the community.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• health and human services, appropriating monies to the Department of Health and Welfare for the divisions
• to ensure that they actually receive the service in question.
• Senate Bill 1423 was referred to the Commerce and Human Resources Committee.
• Senate Bill 1423 was referred to the Commerce and Human Resources Committee. Thank you.
• The House Commerce and Human Resources Committee will meet subject to call of the chair, Holtzclaw, Chairman

Keywords: 989, all

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• Memorial Highway. of the committee. Um and uh House File of the committee.
• </c> questions in the committee? questions in the committee?
• Welcome to the committee. Again, &gt;&gt; Hi. Welcome to the committee.
• This service amounts to nearly 77% of Southwest Transit's local service.
• routes and service transit service routes and service levels<01:38:31.679><c> for</c><01:38:31.920><

Bills: HF3676 , HF3593 , HF3785 , HF3774 , HF4111 , HF3513

Committee: House Transportation Finance and Policy

Keywords: Safe at Home, address confidentiality, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, harassment, victim privacy, survivor protection, confidential address, protected address, secret address, identity protection, residential confidentiality, program participant, nondiscrimination, court disclosure, protective order, service of process, driver's license, state ID

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• So there's a lot of committees, Health and Human Services, that have just very complex issues.
• So there's a lot of committees, Health and Human Services, that have just very complex issues.
• So there's a lot of committees, Health and Human Services, that have just very complex issues.
• So there's a lot of committees, Health and Human Services, that have just very complex issues.
• Services Committee on April 8th and then referred to finance, it got taken in by rules.

Committee: Senate Rules and Administration

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Senate Bills 1297 and 1352 referred to the Business Committee.
• Senate Bill 1262, by the Commerce and Human Resources Committee, regarding insurer investments.
• Senate Bill 1262, by the Commerce and Human Resources Committee, regarding insurer investments.
• Senate Bill 1285, as amended by the Commerce and Human Resources Committee, regarding occupational and
• Those bills will return to committee. Mr.

Keywords: 989, all

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• Food and Drug Administration, and the Department of Health and Human Services have identified the distinct
• You were on a very efficient committee.
• Chair, members of the committee.
• Chair, committee members.
• I think that human nature is human nature. It doesn't matter whether it's private or public school.

Committee: House House Judiciary Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee first heard HB 2415, which would regulate kratom by treating certain synthetically derived compounds as narcotic drugs, raising the minimum sale age to 21, and penalizing sales of products exceeding a 400 parts per million cap. The sponsor and supporters argued the bill targets dangerous synthetic or highly concentrated kratom while preserving natural leaf products; testimony included a woman describing kratom addiction and treatment, family members describing harm from 7-OH products, and law enforcement and Attorney General’s Office support. Opponents, including criminal justice advocates, warned the bill could sweep in users and create harsh felony penalties, while some speakers urged a full ban and others defended natural kratom as distinct from synthetic products. The committee adopted the Wynn amendment and then gave HB 2415, as amended, a do-pass recommendation by a 6-3 vote. The committee then considered HB 2870, which would prohibit more than one Level 2 or Level 3 registered sex offender from residing in the same home unless they are related by blood, marriage, or adoption. The sponsor said the bill was prompted by a neighborhood case involving multiple sex offenders in one residence and argued it was aimed at residential homes, not supervised group homes. Supporters described fear and disruption in their neighborhoods, while opponents argued the bill would reduce already limited housing, make supervision harder, and potentially force people onto the streets; some also raised due process and recidivism concerns. After discussion about possible amendments and the distinction between group homes and unsupervised residences, the committee approved HB 2870 with a do-pass recommendation by a 6-3 vote. Next, the committee heard HB 2413, which requires GPS or electronic monitoring for registered sex offenders who are homeless or lack a permanent address until they obtain one. Supporters said the bill would close a gap because transient registrants are only required to check in every 90 days, leaving law enforcement without regular location information; a policy analyst said monitoring could be implemented through existing systems, though costs and administration would vary. Opponents argued the bill raises due process and equal protection concerns, duplicates existing reporting requirements, and could impose costs on people trying to stabilize their lives. The committee passed HB 2413 on a 5-4 vote. Finally, the committee took up HB 2720, which increases the penalty for purchasing prostitution to a class 6 felony and directs a $200 assessment to the anti-human trafficking fund, with an amendment clarifying the affirmative defense for trafficking victims and restricting use of the assessment to trafficking services. Supporters, including the sponsor, prosecutors, Phoenix police, and a city council member, said the bill targets buyers who drive demand and exploitation. Opponents from criminal justice and anti-violence groups argued the bill could still ensnare trafficking victims and sex workers, especially because the affirmative defense may be hard to assert in practice. After adopting the amendment, the committee gave HB 2720, as amended, a do-pass recommendation by an 8-0-1 vote.

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• The next line, health and human services spending, is about $1.4 billion higher than previous estimates
• </c><00:19:39.679><c> services</c> The next line health and human services The next line health and human
• Every year, the Department of Human Services works with actuaries to set rates for the upcoming year
• </c> Every year, the Department of Human Every year, the Department of Human Services<00:26:03.600><c
• </c> existing OIG in the Department of Human existing OIG in the Department of Human Services<01:41:55.119

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Number two, Arkansas Rehab Services with Guy Fentner Education Service.
• Number two, Arkansas Rehab Services with Guy Fentner Education Service.
• Francis Community Services.
• This is for intensive in-home services for DCFS clients in service areas.
• This is psychology services at the Arkadelphia Human Development Center. 136 is with J.D. Burgess.

Committee: All ALC-REVIEW

Summary: The committee met to review a supplemental agenda, procurement rule revisions, methods of finance, discretionary grants, contracts, and a member disclosure. The Office of State Procurement presented rule changes tied to 2025 legislative changes, including Act 782, with updates to sole-source definitions, unrealistic bids, protest requirements, debarment procedures, and recodification references; the committee voted to accept the supplemental agenda and approve the rules. Members also approved eight methods of finance covering university repairs, equipment replacement, property purchase, and capital projects, along with a large slate of discretionary grants for courts, health, DHS, historic preservation, and tobacco prevention programs. The committee then reviewed RFQs and six ratifications. The ratifications included a Workforce Connections payment to ACT WorkKeys, Department of Health costs from an ice-storm-related water leak, a large Department of Public Safety ratification for Motorola’s Arkansas Wireless Information Network upgrade, Veterans Affairs HVAC and medical-service payments, and a UA Little Rock painting contract. The Department of Public Safety ratification drew extended questioning about why the expired Motorola contract had not been renewed sooner and why the issue took months to reach the committee; agency officials said the project was bond-funded, had not been tracked in ASIS, and involved ongoing negotiations and system updates. Despite concerns, the committee approved the ratifications. Members also reviewed a long list of construction, intergovernmental, out-of-state, and in-state contracts, including numerous university, DHS, health, corrections, and state agency agreements. Several contracts were discussed in more detail, including an SAU custodial contract question about sales tax and transparency reporting, and Department of Corrections aerial application contracts for Tucker and Cummins farms, which officials said served separate facilities in different parts of the state. The committee approved the contract lists, reviewed reports, and accepted a disclosure from Representative Andrew Collins regarding his investment interest in a company leasing property to Arkansas Rehabilitation Services before adjourning.

Transcript Highlights:

• Welcome to the Agricultural Committee.
• Thank you to our committee.
• All right, committee.
• Good morning, committee.
• The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in the updated dietary guidelines, calls for whole foods

Committee: Senate Agricultural Affairs

Summary: The Senate Agricultural Committee approved minutes from January 29 and February 3, 2026, then printed two committee RSs from Chair Tammy Nichols. RS 33191 would declare Norway rats and roof rats public nuisances/invasive pests and place coordination with the Department of Agriculture; RS 33266 would require clearer labeling for alternative animal protein products and restrict use of meat-cut terms on non-meat products. Both were printed without opposition. The committee then advanced two Idaho Potato Commission cleanup bills from Senator Camille Blaylock. Senate Bill 1242, which removes outdated rulemaking language, repeals an obsolete referendum provision, and deletes a redundant records section, was sent to the floor with a do pass recommendation. Senate Bill 1243, which removes references to the no-longer-used Idaho One Plan, was also sent to the floor with a do pass recommendation. Senate Bill 1241, the Working Animal Protection Act from Senator Brandon Shippey, drew extensive testimony. Supporters from veterinary, agriculture, carriage, outfitting, youth, and recreation groups said it would protect the lawful use of working animals and preserve agricultural and recreational heritage. Opponents, including the Idaho Humane Society and Association of Idaho Cities, argued the bill was too broad, could preempt local animal-control, zoning, and nuisance laws, and could create enforcement problems. The committee voted to send the bill to the amending order for possible amendments. House Joint Memorial 10, presented by Senator Kelly Anthon, urged Congress and USDA to prohibit artificial sweeteners in federally funded school meals and favor real sugar. The sugar beet industry and supporters said it would promote real food and support Idaho’s sugar sector, while a nutritionist testified against it, arguing sugar is highly processed and that schools should reduce added sugar. The committee approved the memorial and sent it to the floor with a do pass recommendation.

Transcript Highlights:

• Welcome to the Agricultural Committee.
• All right, committee.
• Good morning committee.
• Good morning, committee. Kendall Schaber: Good morning, committee.
• Kendall Schaber: The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in the updated dietary guidelines, calls

Committee: Senate Agricultural Affairs

Keywords: 989, all