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AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

03/18/2026 - Senate Public Safety

Senate Public Safety Committee of Reference

Transcript Highlights:
  • For the record, Rihanna Williams, Chief Legislative Liaison for the Arizona Department of Corrections
  • He said he was voting yes and hoped that if the bill moved across the finish line, appropriations would
  • It’s also, like I said, not appropriate for the officers.
  • for a serious mental illness determination from the appropriate authority in the Arizona Department
  • For the record, my name is Caitlin King, and I am the legislative liaison for the County Supervisors
Summary: The Committee on Public Safety met to hear several presentations and bills. First, the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry presented on its K-9 program, describing staffing, specialized detection and trailing teams, and the need to replace retired dogs and modernize an aging, high-mileage vehicle fleet used to transport canines. The committee also heard a presentation from Biometrica on a privacy-focused facial recognition and sensor system designed to identify missing persons and known offenders using law-enforcement-only data; the presenters emphasized that the system does not store video or audio and is intended to balance public safety with privacy. The committee then considered HB 2134, which would prohibit Arizona governmental entities and critical infrastructure providers from contracting for critical infrastructure equipment or software from Chinese companies or the PRC. Supporters, including the sponsor and a national security witness, argued the bill would protect communications and other critical systems from foreign adversary access; concerns were raised about costs and implementation, but the bill was amended to be prospective and to rely on self-certification and risk-based audits. The committee passed HB 2134 with a due pass recommendation by a 4-3 vote. HB 2404, which would shift most inter-facility transport of behavioral health patients from peace officers to authorized transporters, drew support from law enforcement and police association witnesses who said officers are not the right personnel for these transports; it passed unanimously, 7-0. HB 2402, dealing with ambulance certificate-of-necessity rules for small or underserved areas, was presented as a compromise measure after work with ambulance stakeholders and firefighters. The bill and a 15-page amendment would require the Department of Health Services to issue certificates in certain small-population areas, streamline applications, add reporting requirements, and address GPS coverage issues; it passed as amended, 7-0. HB 2673, which originally proposed mental health screening and treatment requirements for jail and prison inmates, was narrowed by amendment to create only a study committee on inmate mental health services; family members testified about tragic failures in the system, and the bill passed as amended, 6-0 with one not voting. HB 2253, protecting public employees from retaliation or obstruction when testifying in law enforcement disciplinary appeals, passed 5-0 with two not voting. HB 2270, expanding county protections over seals, logos, and sheriff’s posse naming rights, passed 6-0 with one not voting. Finally, HB 2941, which would treat certain unsafe motorcycle lane-splitting or passing behavior as reckless driving while preserving legal lane filtering, drew both support and concern about overbreadth; after testimony from the sponsor and members of the public, it passed 5-1 with one not voting, and the committee adjourned.
NH

New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

House Education Policy and Administration (01/30/2026)

Education Policy and Administration

Transcript Highlights:
  • And in legislative oversight committee.
  • </c><00:55:27.440><c> I</c> would be appropriate in this bill. I would be appropriate in this bill.
  • </c> that's a legislative decision. that's a legislative decision. represent<01:00:30.079><c> Prono.
  • legislation? legislation?
  • </c> appropriate to answer it. appropriate to answer it.
Keywords: 1189, house, all
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

IC - Investments and Pensions Oversight Nov 5th, 2025

Investments & Pensions Oversight Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • Carrie McGovern with the Legislative Council Service.
  • Lisa Morrison with the Legislative Council Service. Okay, thank you so much.
  • Non-recurring general fund appropriations.
  • I worked for both executive and legislative branches.
  • In the last presentation, they have no legislative proposals.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Postsecondary Education & Workforce Jan 21st, 2026 at 01:30 pm

Postsecondary Education & Workforce

Transcript Highlights:
  • But part of that legislation required a social work examination. ...legislation required a social work
  • It's my 43rd legislative session.
  • We are in strong support of this legislation.
  • Microsoft and Amazon to support this legislation.
  • That would be Monday at 10 a.m. to request the amendment.
Bills: HB2286 , HB2324 , HB2363 , HB2098
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Environment, Climate and Legacy - 01/23/25

Environment, Climate, and Legacy

Transcript Highlights:
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  • <00:29:46.000><c> and</c> legislation and legislation and as<00:29:47.960><c> already</c><00:29:48.480
  • </c> grateful for your help appropriated grateful for your help appropriated $55,000<00:57:41.559><c>
  • funding the legislature has legislative funding the legislature has appropriated<01:43:10.480><c> less
  • it</c><01:58:45.840><c> by</c> must request it they request it by must request it they request it by
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Mar 27th, 2026

State Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • That's our constitutional responsibility to do the appropriations.
  • It was a few years ago, but we did run some legislation.
  • And I think that is what this legislation does.
  • Nonetheless, I think that it's appropriate for the legislative body of the state of Idaho to recognize
  • Nonetheless, I think that it's appropriate for the legislative body of the state of Idaho to recognize
Summary: The Senate State Affairs Committee heard several bills and resolutions. House Bill 835, presented by Rep. Jason Monks, would place limits on spending non-cognizable funds above $10 million annually, with exceptions for declared emergencies, Gowen Field construction, and tuition revenue; at the sponsor’s request, the committee sent it to the 14th order for a possible amendment. The committee also recognized page Drew Brown, who spoke about his experience and future plans, and members offered comments and encouragement. The committee introduced RS 33834, a measure authorizing local governments to address rat infestations as an invasive species while protecting private property rights, and RS 33839, the Senate concurrent resolution to approve pending rules. House Bill 930, presented by Sen. Harris and Rep. McCann with Secretary of State Phil McGrane, would require campaign funds to be kept in a separate checking account, prohibit commingling, limit investments to cash-equivalent accounts, and require personal loans over $1,000 to be deposited into the campaign account; supporters said it would improve transparency, while some senators argued it was unnecessary because campaigns already follow those practices. The committee voted to send H.B. 930 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation, with Senators Den Hartog, Taves, and Shippy recorded as no votes. House Concurrent Resolution 35, honoring Idaho’s Olympic and Paralympic athletes, was also sent to the floor with a do-pass recommendation. Finally, Senate Bill 1436, presented by Sen. Anthon, would clarify that state agencies may use cooperative purchasing agreements with limited modifications when piggybacking on another entity’s competitive bid, while preserving legal remedies if the process is misused; the committee approved it for the floor with a do-pass recommendation, with Senator Ruchti recorded as voting no.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • We seek to protect the rights of all participants in the legislative process so that we can have effective
  • Our position on this legislation has never been driven by opposition to that concept.
  • The motion is do pass and refer to the Committee on Appropriations. Sheavo? Aye. Chiavo, aye.
  • Gonzales... ...to the Committee on Appropriations. Chavo? Aye. Chaveauvel? Aye. Gonzalez? Aye.
  • S.J.R. 14... ...and re-referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Summary: The Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee met and considered several measures, with most of the discussion focused on veterans’ access to food assistance, overseas voting, and veteran mental health research. SB 1201, the “No Hungry Heroes Act,” would seek federal waivers to protect certain veterans from CalFresh time limits and require referrals to county veteran service officers; supporters said federal SNAP cuts are leaving vulnerable veterans at risk of hunger, while no opposition testified. Members spoke strongly in favor, emphasizing the need to support service members and their families. SB 970 addressed ballot access for military and overseas voters after the federal DOD fax service was discontinued. The bill would direct the Secretary of State to develop regulations for a secure ballot return method. County election officials and veterans groups supported the measure, while the Secretary of State’s office and Verified Voting raised concerns about cybersecurity and urged a more deliberate process, including a possible task force. After discussion, the committee voted to pass SB 970 and send it to Appropriations. SB 1224 proposed a California Emerging Therapies Research Partnership to help the state compete for federal research funding for alternative therapies, including treatments relevant to PTSD, depression, and substance use among veterans. Veterans advocates described the bill as a way to expand options for those not helped by traditional treatment, and the author noted amendments to address conflicts of interest and administrative issues. The committee approved the bill and referred it to Appropriations. The committee also approved the consent calendar, including HR 120, SB 892, SB 1188, SJR 14, and SJR 17, and later voted SB 1201 and SB 970 out of committee as well. Overall, the meeting reflected broad bipartisan support for veteran-focused measures, with the main policy debate centered on how to balance access and security in overseas voting.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee Jun 30th, 2026

Military and Veterans Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • We seek to protect the rights of all participants in the legislative process so that we can have effective
  • by directing the state to... ...helps protect veterans from these cuts by directing the state to request
  • Our position on this legislation has never been driven by opposition to that concept.
  • The motion is do pass and refer to the Committee on Appropriations. Schiavo? Aye. Gonzalez? Aye.
  • S.J.R. 14. and re-referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Keywords: 988, house, all
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Taxes - 04/29/25

Taxes

Transcript Highlights:
  • Either for inclusion in the tax bill, but also making it available to Senator Dibble at an appropriate
  • As an example, similar legislation exists for tachinite and precious metals industries.
  • <c> tachinite</c><00:34:57.760><c> and</c> legislation exists for tachinite and legislation exists for
  • 00:35:02.400><c> has</c> histories of mining legislation has histories of mining legislation has weighted
  • </c><00:42:33.119><c> from</c> um requests from um requests from um<00:42:36.480><c> uh</c><00:42:36.880
Committee: Senate Taxes
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
FL

Florida 2026 4th Special Session

February 17, 2026 - 08:30 AM

Education & Employment Committee

Transcript Highlights:
  • We are back again on this good legislation.
  • &nbsp; 915 WE ARE BACK AGAIN ON THIS GOOD LEGISLATION.
  • &nbsp; 917 We are back again on this good legislation.
  • At the request of Representative Sapp, show CS for HB 1347 passed, and at the request of Ranking Member
  • AT THE REQUEST OF REPRESENTATIVE&nbsp;&nbsp; 1497 SAPP SHOW 1347 TP'ED AND AT THE REQUEST OF RANKING
Summary: The committee met with a quorum and began by welcoming students and coaches participating in the inaugural Sunshine State Debate. Members then heard and voted on a series of education-related bills, with most measures receiving favorable reports by unanimous or near-unanimous votes. The first bill, HB 1081, created a Cybersecurity Internship Clearance Readiness Program in the Department of Commerce for NCACE-designated universities and Florida College System institutions; a friendly amendment expanded access to private schools, and the bill passed 19-0. HB 1201 updated Florida’s epilepsy/seizure plan law to clarify protections for charter school students, require acceptance of physician-submitted plans, extend training validity to five years, and expand training to regular bus drivers; epilepsy advocates supported it, and it passed 19-0. HB 851 required annual autism-specific professional learning opportunities for teachers and school-based administrators, and it also passed 19-0. HB 615, dealing with IEPs, required quicker parent notice when services are missed, faster access to service logs, individualized parent orientation, and standardized district service logs; parents and advocates testified strongly in support, and the bill was reported favorably. HB 1503 added technology-related competencies to education courses and directed the Department of Education to develop computer science certification coverage; it passed 19-0. HB 371 required public schools to display portraits of Abraham Lincoln and George Washington in common areas and passed 19-0 after testimony both for and against. HB 731 revised extracurricular eligibility rules and allowed local policies for compensating coaches and activity sponsors; an amendment broadened manual requirements and clarified fee actions, and the bill passed 18-0. The committee also took up HB 173, a parental rights bill that drew the most extensive debate and public testimony. The bill would require parental consent for many medical decisions for minors, give parents access to medical records, and expand parental review/opt-in rights for certain school surveys and biofeedback devices. Supporters argued it restores parental authority, improves safety, and prevents children from being cut out of important medical decisions; opponents warned it would remove confidential access to STI treatment, crisis mental health care, and other services for minors in unsafe or abusive homes. Members raised questions about abuse exceptions, emergency care, and how the bill would affect routine treatment and time-sensitive care. The bill was not voted on in the portion provided, and debate continued through multiple rounds of sponsor responses and member comments.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

Senate - Health and Public Affairs Feb 3rd, 2025

Senate Health & Public Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • You all, as the appropriators, get to decide.
  • Because we didn't get to hear a lot of CYFD legislation last year.
  • This enabling legislation is really key to ensuring that.
  • Is there anyone here in favor of this legislation? Yes, ma'am.
  • We stand in strong support of the legislation. Thank you.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Finance Jan 30th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • Expenditures from the account may be spent only after appropriation.
  • The bill is request legislation from the Department of Revenue.
  • Was that for me, Representative, or for whoever is most appropriate?
  • I'm from the 48th Legislative District.
  • I'm from Renton, Legislative District 5.
Summary: The committee heard briefings, sponsor presentations, and public testimony on several finance bills. HB 2038 would impose an additional B&O tax on businesses operating social media platforms beginning in 2027 and create a youth behavioral health account funded by the tax. The sponsor argued the bill would help address youth mental health harms linked to social media and support implementation of the Washington Thriving plan. Supporters in testimony, including youth advocates and some public health voices, said social media contributes to youth anxiety and addiction and that the revenue should be used for behavioral health services. Opponents, including technology and business groups, argued the tax unfairly singles out one sector, could be passed on to consumers, and may violate federal internet tax law. The hearing on HB 2038 was suspended and later reopened for public testimony; no vote was taken. HB 2297 would create tax incentives for grocery stores in underserved communities, including local B&O preferences, a sales tax exemption for security services, a 30-year property tax exemption program, a B&O tax credit, and a B&O exemption for certain locally owned or employee-owned stores. The sponsor and supporters said the bill is intended to preserve and attract grocery stores in food deserts, especially after recent store closures, and to help communities with limited transportation and access to healthy food. County representatives supported the goal but raised concern about the bill’s sales tax exemption and its effect on local revenues. Public testimony was largely supportive, with advocates, local officials, grocers, and residents describing grocery stores as essential community infrastructure. No action was taken. HB 2382 would raise cigarette taxes by $2 per pack, restructure vapor and other tobacco product taxes, and dedicate portions of the revenue to a time-sensitive emergency system, tobacco enforcement, and the foundational public health services account. The sponsor said the bill would generate needed revenue, support cancer research funding, and strengthen public health and enforcement. Supporters said higher tobacco taxes reduce use and help cover long-term health costs, while some public health witnesses supported the revenue but suggested directing more funds to existing tobacco prevention accounts. Opponents from retail and industry groups argued the proposal is regressive, could increase illicit sales and cross-border purchasing, and would hurt small businesses and low-income consumers. The committee also heard HB 2487, a Department of Revenue request bill that would narrow the B&O exemption for insurers to clarify that it applies only to premium income subject to insurance premium tax, and apply the change retroactively to 2019. The sponsor and supporters said the bill closes a loophole created by a recent Supreme Court ruling and preserves tax equity, while insurers and business groups objected to the retroactive application, warning of higher premiums and unfair taxation. Finally, HB 2018 would increase the solid waste tax by 0.5% per year for five years and direct the new revenue to a local government solid waste assistance account for county and city waste management plans. County officials supported the bill as a way to stabilize funding for solid waste systems, and testimony emphasized rising disposal and infrastructure costs. No votes were taken on any of the bills during the hearing.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Health and Human Services - 04/10/25

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • And that members is the um appropriations appropriations appropriations article.<00:08:28.080><c> Um<
  • Um, when we as a committee and as legislators go through this process and we appropriate funds, um, in
  • We can see that the appropriation will follow the intent of the legislation, and in the end, when it
  • We can see that the appropriation will follow the intent of the legislation, and in the end, when it
  • Roll call requested. be a no. Roll call requested.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Apr 1st, 2026

State Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • I would like to point out this legislation, in the end, therefore, just said that the legislature urges
  • That's what's in the legislation.
  • I also found it really interesting in the legislation that they're proposing there.
  • Roll call has been requested. Okay. Hey, Representative Mickelsen, welcome to the committee.
  • He said it was wholly appropriate for the legislature to say, 'No, thank you.'
Committee: House State Affairs
Keywords: 989, all
FL

Florida 2026 Regular Session

Senate in Session Apr 24th, 2025

Florida Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I just want to thank Senator Pizzo for this good legislation.
  • I would respectfully request that we temporarily postpone this bill.
  • to apply the appropriate remedy at that point in time is very, very important.
  • funding by legislative budget requests or reallocate existing resources.
  • funding by legislative budget requests or reallocate existing resources.
Summary: The Senate convened with an opening prayer by Rabbi Moshe Umatz, the Pledge of Allegiance led by pages, and several introductions and recognitions, including guests from Miami Northwestern Senior High School, Clay County, and a moment of silence for Pope Francis. The chamber then moved to the special order calendar after a motion to reconsider SB 1080, which was temporarily postponed. Several bills were also set aside during the day, including measures on social media use by minors, veterans’ nursing homes, Parkinson’s disease, mental health and substance use disorders, education, educator preparation, and school social workers. The Senate passed a series of bills, often substituting House companions for Senate bills. These included funding for expedited DNA testing grants for local law enforcement (SB 1072/HB 847), additional aggravating factors in capital cases involving religious, school, or government gatherings (SB 984/HB 693), fertility preservation coverage for cancer patients (SB 924/HB 677), commuter rail indemnification for Miami-Dade and Broward counties (SB 916/HB 867), restrictions on disposing of migrant vessels in Florida waters (SB 830), specialty license plates including Miami Northwestern and several colleges and institutions (SB 824), an Alzheimer’s and dementia awareness campaign (SB 398), relocation of the Council on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys to Florida Memorial University (SB 364), charter school changes allowing parent conversion and municipal job-engine charter schools (SB 140), sex offender registration reporting changes (SB 1654/HB 1351), penalties for assaulting utility workers (SB 1386), juvenile justice revisions and truancy process updates (SB 1344), reporting of student mental health outcomes (SB 1310/HB 969), foster home license transfer simplification (SB 1174/HB 989), water access facility funding and boating industry incentives (SB 1162/HB 735), Florida Virtual School operational changes (SB 1122), school readiness program support for children with disabilities (SB 1102), sexual image offenses involving minors (SB 1180/HB 757), age-related defenses in child sex offense cases (SB 1136/HB 777), tampering with electronic monitoring devices (SB 1054/HB 437), certified recovery residences and local zoning accommodations (SB 954), and the FSU Election Law Center (SB 892). Most of these bills passed with strong bipartisan support, though SB 984 and SB 140 drew some opposition. One of the most extensive debates centered on SB 820, codifying the Office of Faith and Community. Senator Polsky offered an amendment to bar political activity by office staff, citing emails and campaign-related communications tied to Amendment 4; the amendment failed on a 13-23 vote. Senators then debated the bill’s relationship to state election law, free speech, and the role of faith-based outreach. Supporters emphasized the office’s service network and reported benefits to children and families, while some senators raised concerns about interfaith representation and political use of government resources. The bill was then read a third time and the Senate proceeded toward a final vote as the transcript ended.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Health and Welfare Mar 25th, 2026

Health and Welfare

Transcript Highlights:
  • Last legislative session, there was a major reform to the department.
  • I was just going to say at the appropriate time, sir.
  • And at the appropriate time, I'd like to report favorably.
  • President will provide information if requested. These are all white cards.
  • At the appropriate time, I'd like to move favorably.
Summary: The committee met on March 25 and first took up HB 199, which would extend Louisiana’s nursing home moratorium. Chairman Miller amended the bill to shorten the extension from five years to four, moving the termination date to July 1, 2031. Rep. Barault argued the state faces a growing bed-capacity problem and proposed an amendment to exempt St. Tammany Parish; Rep. Cruz offered a substitute to reduce the extension to three years. The Nursing Home Association said it had negotiated in good faith and supported the four-year compromise, while the Pelican Institute opposed the moratorium as anti-competitive. A St. Tammany resident testified that her mother faced a long wait for placement and that more local beds are needed. The three-year substitute and the St. Tammany exemption both failed, and HB 199 was reported favorably with the four-year amendment. The committee then favorably reported HB 223 to recreate the Department of Children and Family Services for four more years, with Secretary Rebecca Harris saying the department’s recent reorganization has allowed it to focus more directly on child safety and child welfare. Members discussed planned reforms such as differentiated response, stronger community-based care, and the transfer of TANF to Louisiana Works in 2027. HB 907, which grants civil and criminal immunity for the use or distribution of expired naloxone or other opioid antagonists, also passed with technical amendments; public health officials and members emphasized that expired naloxone remains effective enough to save lives and should still be used in emergencies. HB 535, which streamlines hospital-based acknowledgements of paternity by allowing notarization without two witnesses, was reported favorably after Woman’s Hospital testified that the change would speed up paternity establishment, child support enforcement, and the addition of fathers to birth certificates. HB 554, which would increase penalties for violations at health care facilities and require LDH reporting, drew testimony from a family member describing serious care failures and from LDH, which said it already has caps on fines and that the bill would not change those caps. Rep. Jackson amended the bill to require LDH to publish fines assessed and collected and to list facilities with repeated immediate jeopardy or actual harm deficiencies, but the bill was then voluntarily deferred for a week to allow further discussion with the department. The committee also reported HB 224, a largely technical update to the Children’s Code recommended by the Louisiana State Law Institute, HB 246, which updates membership of the Children’s Cabinet Advisory Board and related bodies, and HB 405, which updates the name of the national acupuncture certifying organization. HB 222, requiring Medicaid coverage for certain dental procedures when needed to clear patients for other medically necessary treatment, was reported favorably despite a fiscal note. Finally, HB 235 on sewer systems generated extensive discussion: Rep. Fontenot described rising sewer rates, poor maintenance, and sewage overflows in his district, and argued for allowing property owners to install private sewer treatment systems in certain circumstances. Members raised concerns about local control, PSC rate-setting, and whether local governments should have more authority over sewer service decisions; the bill was still under discussion when the transcript ended.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Health Committee Apr 8th, 2026

Health

Transcript Highlights:
  • Under current law, next of kin may request certain corrections to a death certificate.
  • And I think there's probably a healthy discussion about appropriate ways to disclose.
  • The motion is due pass as amended and re-referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
  • The motion is due pass and re-refer to the Committee on Appropriations.
  • The motion is do pass and re-refer to the Committee on Appropriations.
Committee: Senate Health
Keywords: 987, senate, all
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Mar 24th, 2026

Agricultural Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • We'd urge your support of this good piece of legislation as a starting point.
  • So I guess what I want to talk about with this legislation is just to be clear that we're not banning
  • So is the hope that passage of this legislation encourages the USDA to make it nationwide?
  • They made a number of changes that we requested.
  • My question is, why do you feel like it's appropriate?
Keywords: 989, all
AR

Arkansas 2026 Regular Session

ARKANSAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (ALC) Feb 20th, 2026

ARKANSAS LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL (ALC)

Transcript Highlights:
  • Carlos Silva, Bureau of Legislative Research.
  • The subcommittee reviewed reports, reviewed requests, and approved the following various temporary appropriations
  • , Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act appropriations on that one.
  • We also had transfer requests. In there, there were some questions. We also had transfer requests.
  • It's more of an issue of whether or not a state can request this type of data.
Summary: The committee met and opened with a prayer, then approved the prior meeting minutes and received the monthly revenue report from the Bureau of Legislative Research. The report showed gross general revenue collections up year to date and net general revenue above forecast, with the staff noting changes driven by casino gaming transfers, income tax growth, and a lottery-related collection. No action was required on the revenue report. Several subcommittee reports were then presented and adopted, including the executive committee, administrative rules, game and fish/state police, hospital/Medicaid/developmental disability, occupational licensing, PEER, revenue, state insurance programs, and personnel. Topics included a Jackson County School District cooperative purchasing waiver, rulemaking updates from several agencies, federal immigration and wildlife issues, SNAP and Medicaid waiver reimbursement rates, occupational authorization reviews, temporary appropriations and transfer requests, a tire removal contract held for later review, EBD pharmacy and medical drug recommendations, and personnel items. The PEER report also included questions to the State Broadband Director about a provider with delinquent property taxes; he said the provider would not be brought forward until the issue is resolved and that broadband grant payments are tied to performance milestones. The most extended discussion came during review of a State Insurance Department report on pharmacy benefit manager oversight. Commissioners and members questioned Navitus Health Solutions’ refusal to provide certain claims data for self-funded plans in an affiliate pricing examination. The department said the matter is being briefed and set for an administrative hearing, likely in April, and that the dispute centers on ERISA preemption and state authority to request the data. Members also asked about the status of the other PBMs under review and whether they had raised similar objections. After all reports were adopted or filed as reviewed, the meeting adjourned with no further business.
OK

Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session

Senate Legislative Session Mar 5th, 2026 at 09:30 am

Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This bill is a request from the Department of Human Services.
  • Without yielding for questions, I move for advancement at the appropriate time.
  • With that, I move for advancement at an appropriate time and yield for questions.
  • Government, maybe where we appropriate and where we spend our people's tax dollars.
  • Leader had a request from the author to lay over Senate Bill 1555.