Transcript Highlights:

• So when we talk about how much money—and this is through September, though, so the number's bigger—we
• We plan to go live around September of 2027.
• You need 11 votes to recommend something or not.
• So there needs to be 11 votes to move one of these options. ...votes to move one of these options, and
• I also provided a briefing in September kind of more generally In the interim.

Committee: Joint Select Committee on Pension Policy

Summary: The committee approved the October minutes and received an update from the State Investment Board. David Schumacher described the board’s structure, its fiduciary mission to maximize return at prudent risk, the mix of funds it manages, and the factors behind its long-term performance, including broad diversification, low fees, and a long-term investment approach. Members asked about rankings, the board’s independence, climate/ESG considerations, and whether political divestment pressures affect investment decisions; Schumacher said decisions remain grounded in fiduciary duty and financial risk. The Department of Retirement Systems annual report followed. Director Catherine Leathers reviewed membership, contributions, benefit payments, the Deferred Compensation Program, employer partners, and the economic impact of pension payments across counties and legislative districts. She also highlighted staffing and training needs, improved call wait times and benefit estimate turnaround after legislative funding, cybersecurity upgrades, and the CorePAM pension administration modernization project, which is being paid from the trust fund as an administrative cost. Members asked about inactive accounts, and Leathers said DRS works to locate missing members and return benefits, including through a new link from the Department of Revenue website. The committee then closed out its study of the Left One system. Staff presented options ranging from no recommendation to recommending either the restatement/termination bill or the merger bill, with or without policy changes. After discussion, the committee first failed to reach 11 votes for a no-recommendation motion, then adopted a revised motion to submit the report without recommending either bill but also to request future analysis that disaggregates policy choices, including COLA-related impacts. The committee next heard a briefing on an ad hoc COLA for PERS/TRS Plan 1 retirees and adopted a motion to send a letter supporting the one-time COLA policy in HB 1474 or a similar Senate bill. Finally, staff briefed the committee on the month-of-death bill, which would end proration of pension payments in the month a retiree dies; no action was taken. Public testimony largely focused on support for an ad hoc or ongoing COLA for Plan 1 retirees, with some speakers urging the committee to back SB 5085 and others emphasizing the need for a bridge policy while a permanent solution is developed.

Transcript Highlights:

• But six days after 9/11...
• But six days after 9/11...
• And that constitutes 11% of the total numbers of hate crimes.”
• In other words, 11% of that huge number were crimes.
• Since the post-9/11 era.

Summary: The Select Committee on Hate, Racism, and Xenophobia met to examine the scope of hate activity in California and hear from state agencies, commissions, and community organizations. The chair opened by framing hate as a persistent crisis affecting many protected groups, and Assembly Member Gonzalez briefly joined the committee. The first panel included the California Department of Justice and the California Commission on the State of Hate, both of which presented recent data and policy recommendations. The Department of Justice reported that in 2024 California saw 2,023 reported hate crime events, 2,568 hate crime offenses, and 2,491 victims, with anti-Black bias remaining the most common category, followed by anti-Jewish and anti-Latino bias. DOJ also said referrals for prosecution increased, and it described its hate-crimes guidance, rapid response protocol, and multilingual resources. The Commission on the State of Hate said hate is undercounted in law enforcement data and cited a survey suggesting about 2.6 million Californians experienced at least one hate act in a year, including more than half a million potentially criminal incidents. It recommended permanent data infrastructure, mandatory law enforcement training, and continued funding for community-based prevention and victim support. The committee then heard testimony from representatives of the NAACP, LULAC, Jewish Public Affairs Committee of California, CHIRLA, Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California, CARE, Equality California, and the Racial Equity Commission. Witnesses described systemic racism, anti-immigrant enforcement, antisemitism, Islamophobia, anti-Asian bias, and anti-LGBTQ+ hate, often linking these harms to political rhetoric, social media, and federal actions. They urged the Legislature to fund programs such as California vs. Hate, Stop the Hate, nonprofit security grants, language access, school and mental health supports, and legal assistance, while also protecting civil rights, due process, and free speech. No formal votes or committee actions were taken during the hearing, but members indicated they would request additional recommendations and continue the discussion in future hearings.

Transcript Highlights:

• But six days after 9/11...
• But six days after 9/11...
• It was the worst month going back to the first anniversary of 9/11. Let's take another time.
• In other words, 11% of that huge number were crimes.
• Since the post-9/11 era.

Summary: The Select Committee on Hate, Racism, and Xenophobia met to hear opening remarks, state data, and testimony from community organizations and equity commissions about rising hate and discrimination in California. The chair framed the hearing as a response to persistent targeting of protected classes, and members said the committee’s purpose was to elevate community voices and identify policy responses. Assembly Member Gonzalez and Assembly Member Lowenthal also briefly commented on the importance of listening to communities and developing legislative solutions. The California Department of Justice reported that 2024 hate crime events, offenses, and victims all increased from the prior year, with anti-Black bias remaining the most common category, followed by anti-Jewish and anti-Latino bias in different breakdowns. DOJ also noted increases in referrals for prosecution and described its hate-crimes guidance, rapid-response protocol, and outreach efforts. The California Commission on the State of Hate said hate is underreported, cited survey data suggesting millions of Californians experienced hate incidents, and recommended permanent data infrastructure, mandatory law-enforcement training, and sustained funding for victim support and prevention programs. Commissioners also emphasized that public messaging by leaders can influence hate and violence. A long panel of advocates described the impacts of racism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, anti-LGBTQ+ hate, and anti-immigrant enforcement on their communities. NAACP representatives focused on systemic racism in policing, education, health, housing, and environmental justice; LULAC and CHIRLA described ICE raids, profiling, and fear in Latino and immigrant communities; Jewish, Muslim, Asian American, and LGBTQ+ speakers highlighted rising threats, harassment, and the need for language access, school protections, security funding, and legal assistance. The Racial Equity Commission closed by describing its statewide framework work, community engagement, and a December 1 deadline for delivering recommendations to the Legislature and administration. No formal votes or committee actions were taken during the hearing, but members said they would request additional recommendations and continue the work through future hearings and briefings.

Transcript Highlights:

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• 11:58.320><c> signs</c><00:11:58.640><c> it.
• </c> We're<01:11:44.800><c> just</c><01:11:45.040><c> removing</c><01:11:45.360><c> the</c><01:11:45.600
• &gt;&gt; So<01:11:46.960><c> it</c><01:11:47.120><c> it</c><01:11:47.120><c> it</c><01:11:47.760><c>
• basically</c><01:11:48.239><c> cuts</c><01:11:48.560><c> it</c><01:11:48.719><c> out</c><01:11:48.960

Bills: HB0045

Committee: House Revenue

Transcript Highlights:

• Adobe Program, which is run through the University of New Mexico, currently provides MAT services to 11
• But as of September 30th, they have not spent any of that approximate $25 million.
• So they're allocated 11 million this year, and as of this year, they have not spent any of that 11 million
• Okay, now to move on to slide 11, Madam Chair, members of the committee.
• And that's on page 11.

Committee: House Legislative Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:

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• Because<04:11:03.600><c> that</c><04:11:03.920><c> kind</c><04:11:04.160><c> of</c><04:11:04.399><c>
• Um<04:11:45.800><c> so</c><04:11:46.800><c> but</c><04:11:47.120><c> there</c><04:11:47.359><c> are</
• c><04:11:47.680><c> people</c><04:11:48.080><c> who</c><04:11:49.279><c> u</c><04:11:49.520><c> are</
• in great<04:11:50.239><c> angst</c><04:11:50.880><c> over</c><04:11:51.840><c> you</c><04:11:52.080>

Committee: House Election Law

Transcript Highlights:

• By the end of September is our goal for this project.
• But as of the end of September, we would have it have its own web address, so you could type in a web
• I've been kind of joking somewhere between one month and 11 months for the opening.
• Instead of the minimum being $11 in the state, it's now $15.
• Why would you work someplace for, you know, $11, $12, when you can go earn it someplace else?

Committee: House Legislative Health & Human Services Committee

Transcript Highlights:

• So just over $29 million, which is about an 11% increase.
• We do receive about $11 million in federal Perkins funds, but those funds are very prescriptive in terms
• For example, about $4 million of that $11 million goes to post-secondary programs.
• So that's about $11 million over the next three years. Oh, I have that listed in my questions.
• Madam Chair, so I have great concern on this, and I have 11 schools in my district, and I think some

Committee: House House Appropriations & Finance

Transcript Highlights:

• Patrol retirement system and how many people may be impacted by this proposal, there are currently 11
• So you said there's 11 line-of-duty survivors in the WSPRS. Correct.
• We have the September meeting, the October meeting, and the November meeting to complete our analysis
• See you in September.
• See you in September. All right. And the executive committee will meet 30 minutes from now.

Committee: Joint Select Committee on Pension Policy

Transcript Highlights:

• We're governed by an 11-member independent board.
• And then 11, the highlights for what you expect to see this year from us.
• Moving on to slide two, we recently brought in a new cabinet leadership back in about August-September
• August-September, and our new Cabinet Secretary is Rob Black.
• On slide 11, These are about five of the main programs that the Economic Division hosts out of their

Committee: House House Rural Development, Land Grants And Cultural Affairs

Transcript Highlights:

• The committee has convened today at 11:00 a.m. for the purpose of resuming the executive session of September
• The committee has convened today at 11:00 a.m. for the purpose of resuming the executive session of September
• /c><00:11:28.959><c> we</c><00:11:29.200><c> met</c><00:11:29.839><c> um</c><00:11:30.160><c> boy</c>
• c><00:11:32.079><c> spend</c><00:11:32.560><c> speaking</c><00:11:33.440><c> about</c><00:11:33.760><
• ><c> long</c><00:11:35.040><c> time</c><00:11:35.600><c> uh</c><00:11:35.920><c> you</c><00:11:36.079

Committee: House Municipal and County Government

Transcript Highlights:

• We already<00:11:36.080><c> have</c><00:11:36.320><c> an</c><00:11:36.520><c> interdistrict</c><00:11
• :38.560><c> that</c><00:11:38.760><c> was</c><00:11:38.920><c> established</c><00:11:39.520><c> in</c
• law,<00:11:40.640><c> and</c><00:11:40.760><c> I</c><00:11:40.840><c> wouldn't</c><00:11:41.200><c>
• Okay,<00:11:49.360><c> so</c><00:11:49.520><c> we'd</c><00:11:49.720><c> have</c><00:11:49.880><c> to
• ><00:11:51.600><c> out</c><00:11:51.720><c> for</c><00:11:51.840><c> that.

Summary: The committee of conference on HB 751 reviewed amendment 2026-1904H page by page, focusing on open enrollment rules, capacity definitions, statewide enrollment limits, denial criteria, transportation, and funding. Members discussed clarifying that districts may set capacity at zero if they truly have no room, creating a statewide enrollment cap of 500 that can increase by 25% if it reaches 90% utilization, and exempting seats already used by open enrollment students before October 1, 2026. They also discussed how the Department of Education would allocate seats through rulemaking, while local districts would still set capacity, with grandfathered seats preserved where districts already allow open enrollment. A substantial portion of the meeting centered on when districts may deny open enrollment applications. The amendment would allow denials for reasons such as chronic absenteeism or disciplinary history, while requiring districts to consider whether those issues are tied to disability, McKinney-Vento status, foster care, or bullying. Members emphasized that such factors are to be considered, not used as the sole basis for rejection, and noted that the bill separately prohibits receiving schools from accepting or rejecting applicants based on pupil needs, special education needs, disability, aptitude, or athletic achievement. There was also discussion of whether interdistrict transfers should count toward open enrollment capacity, with a suggestion that a carve-out may be needed. The committee also reviewed provisions on program-specific capacity, continuous enrollment, and transportation. It was explained that capacity can apply to a school, grade, program, or class, including CTE programs, and that students may be denied if a specific program is full or if they do not meet prerequisites. The group clarified that open enrollment pupils would maintain continuous enrollment without reapplying, though there was concern about how that would work if district capacity changes over time. Transportation would generally be the parent’s responsibility unless required by an IEP or 504 plan, though students may use an existing bus route if seats are available and the receiving district allows it. On funding, the committee noted that the amendment changes the earlier HB 751 approach and instead ties open enrollment funding to base adequacy, differentiated aid, and an additional grant modeled on charter school funding, with dates removed at the department’s request. Members also raised concerns about how open enrollment would interact with existing tuition agreements and whether districts could use the new pathway to alter or pressure those arrangements. Department staff said districts would still be required to maintain a school of record and provide an adequate education free of charge outside the open enrollment program, and that if open enrollment enrollment became unusually large relative to district adequacy enrollment, the issue could be brought to the state board. No votes were taken in the portion provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• The Subcommittee also recommends that the Higher Education Coordinating Commission return to the September
• none, motion passes, and I will close the work session on item 10 and open up a work session on item 11
• none, motion passes, and I will close the work session on item 10 and open up a work session on item 11
• Seeing none, motion passes, and I will close the work session on item 11 and open up a work session on
• and Recreation Department is coordinating with federal partners to confirm funding eligibility of $11

Summary: The Emergency Board met on June 17, 2026, and approved a series of subcommittee recommendations, mostly on consent, related to federal grant applications, agency funding adjustments, and position authority. Early actions included approval of four federal grant applications from natural resources agencies, three public safety grant applications, a one-time increase for Judicial Department court security, retroactive approval for an AmeriCorps volunteer-generation grant, and a $7.5 million allocation to Southern Oregon University from a special appropriation for short-term financial stability. Members supporting the SOU item emphasized the university’s structural deficits, declining enrollment, and the need for a long-term higher education plan; several members voted no or raised concerns about sustainability, but the motion passed. The board also approved a federal apprenticeship expansion grant for the Higher Education Coordinating Commission, a school nutrition equipment grant for the Department of Education, and an Oregon Health Authority request tied to Medicaid community engagement requirements under H.R. 1. Public safety items included funding for Oregon Military Department readiness facilities, a report on the stalled juvenile justice information system modernization project with a follow-up viability report due in 2026, and a statewide evacuation planning tool for emergency management. The evacuation tool drew strong support as a wildfire preparedness measure, with members noting it could significantly reduce alert times and save lives. A major point of debate was the Department of Justice request to add 16 permanent positions and increase other funds limitation for antitrust enforcement. Supporters argued the federal government has pulled back and Oregon needs capacity to pursue active cases and protect consumers; opponents objected to the process, the size of the expansion, and the incentive structure tied to settlements and awards. Despite those concerns, the motion passed. The board also approved Water Resources Department requests for the Water Well Abandonment, Repair and Replacement program, an assistant water master position in Washington County, and federal funding for Lower Umatilla Basin groundwater data collection. The water master item prompted questions about county cost shifts, but staff said the position would remain externally funded and would not be filled without those resources.

Transcript Highlights:

• Today I'll present key information from our September 2021 report that included the performance audit
• It is an experienced 11-person team of current and former law enforcement who work to identify and shut
• First, in September of 2021, Arizona launched legal event wagering just five months after passage, one
• And listening to everything, I was reminded that of all 11 of us up here, there are only three members
• Members, with your vote, 10 ayes, 11? Just testing you out. 11 ayes.

Committees: House Commerce , House House Commerce Committee of Reference

Transcript Highlights:

• Well,<01:11:26.320><c> I</c><01:11:26.560><c> think</c><01:11:26.880><c> part</c><01:11:27.199><c> of
• </c><01:11:27.360><c> what</c><01:11:27.600><c> we</c><01:11:27.840><c> did</c><01:11:28.080><c> is</
• is ex expand<01:11:30.000><c> um</c><01:11:30.159><c> be</c><01:11:30.480><c> as</c><01:11:30.719><c>
• to meet<01:11:32.400><c> with</c><01:11:32.560><c> your</c><01:11:32.960><c> h</c><01:11:33.280><c>
• </c><01:11:37.600><c> the</c><01:11:37.760><c> state</c><01:11:38.640><c> uh</c><01:11:38.800><c> to<

Summary: The committee first handled roll call and approved the prior meeting minutes. Members discussed attendance and substitutions, then moved to the DHS commissioner’s update, which focused on New Hampshire’s Medicaid 1115 waiver and the new community re-entry initiative for people leaving correctional facilities. The presenter explained that the waiver lets the state cover certain services not normally covered under Medicaid, including substance use disorder treatment, serious mental illness services, adult dental benefits, and the new community re-entry component. She also noted that a separate youth re-entry component is federally required, with youth defined up to age 21 and foster-care-related coverage extending to age 26. The update described how the adult re-entry program works for incarcerated individuals with behavioral health needs, providing up to 45 days of pre-release services, care coordination with managed care organizations and DOC staff, telemedicine assessments, discharge prescriptions, insurance cards, and connections to community mental health, primary care, and substance use providers. For youth, the program includes more intensive case management, 30 days of pre-release services, and 30 days of post-release care coordination, with a stronger emphasis on screening, diagnosis, and holistic assessment. The presenter said New Hampshire received the adult waiver in July 2024, has implemented the program in state correctional facilities, and is beginning work at the youth center. Members and the presenter discussed why the program is structured as a waiver rather than a standard Medicaid benefit, with the explanation that CMS is allowing this as a newer policy area and that states generally pursue waivers for certain services. The chair and others emphasized the need for real cost and outcome data, and the presenter said an independent evaluator and evaluation plan are required under the 1115 waiver. Early results cited included 30 adults enrolled so far, 10 released, five youth enrolled with one released, and anecdotal early successes such as housing, employment, and better continuity of medication and treatment. The committee did not take any additional votes or formal actions beyond approving the minutes.

Transcript Highlights:

• We convened with the childcare advisory council, a group of 11 licensed child care providers and additional
• There are rules in here that need to be passed and implemented by September 30th of 2025.
• operating under these rules no later operating under these rules no later than<00:14:32.320><c> September
• :33.279><c> we</c><00:14:33.440><c> can</c><00:14:33.600><c> be</c><00:14:33.680><c> in</c> than September
• 30th so we can be in than September 30th so we can be in compliance<00:14:34.240><c> with</c><00:14:

Summary: The committee first approved the minutes and adopted the consent calendar after removing two items: DES rule FP 25127 concerning dug-in boat basins and HHS child care licensing rule 25132. The child care licensing item was then taken up separately. HHS staff said the rule had been developed over more than a year with the child care advisory council and the broader child care community, and that it was urgent because the department is out of compliance with federal Office of Child Care requirements and needs database changes completed in time for a September 30, 2025 implementation deadline. After brief questions, the committee moved to approve the rule as presented, and it passed unanimously. The committee also considered an HHS interim rule to restore expired rules and keep them in compliance while regular rulemaking proceeds. HHS explained the rules had expired in April and that the filing was intended to minimize the gap until permanent rulemaking could occur; the only fee in the rule relates to copying medical records, and the department said it is not collecting those fees. Committee members noted broader problems with keeping rules current in the state’s tracking system, but said the situation had improved. The committee then moved to approve the interim rule, and it was adopted unanimously. For DES rule 25127 on project-specific requirements for boat houses, staff and committee members focused on language about new dug-in basins. Some members were concerned the rule read like an absolute prohibition without clear statutory authority, while DES staff said a waiver process exists and offered possible edits to clarify that dug-in basins could still be approved in rare cases if a waiver is granted or if they are the least impacting alternative. Because the language needed further work, the committee postponed the item for one month and asked DES to return with written conditional-approval language. The committee also voted to move its October meeting to October 17 at 9:00 a.m. in State House 100, and was told to expect an emergency Lottery Commission rule on slot machines next month. The meeting then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

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• </c><00:11:39.200><c> whatever</c><00:11:39.519><c> tools</c><00:11:39.839><c> they</c><00:11:40.000>
• </c><00:11:40.640><c> How</c><00:11:40.880><c> do</c><00:11:40.959><c> we</c><00:11:41.200><c> know?
• </c><00:11:42.079><c> How</c><00:11:42.320><c> do</c><00:11:42.399><c> the</c><00:11:42.640><c> other
• week</c><00:11:50.320><c> maybe</c><00:11:50.560><c> they</c><00:11:50.800><c> are</c><00:11:51.040><

Committee: Senate Executive Departments and Administration

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> Boone 11 Boone 11 &gt;&gt; move<00:29:00.320><c> adoption</c><00:29:00.799><c> Mr.
• </c> from boon 11 from boon 11 &gt;&gt; thank<00:29:14.399><c> you</c><00:29:14.559><c> Mr.
• Senator from Boone 11. &gt;&gt; Thank you. Senator from Boone 11.
• September. September.
• Room 129, 11:30.

Transcript Highlights:

• Two public hearings are held in September.
• Reserves are down 11%.
• Our operating years run from October 1st to September 30th.
• Probably about 11 years ago. Billing was bad. That was a point of consternation.
• Probably about 11 years ago, billing was bad.

Summary: The Select Committee on Property Taxes heard first from city representatives through the Florida League of Cities, who argued that property taxes are a stable local revenue source that funds core services such as police, fire, parks, public works, and stormwater work. Casey Cook emphasized that cities are optional governments with widely different tax bases and service levels, that exemptions shift the burden to fewer taxpayers, and that transparency already exists through TRIM notices, public budgets, and local hearings. Sarah Campbell of Fernandina Beach, T. Michael Stavris of Winter Haven, and Stephen O’Kee of Port St. Lucie described their budget processes, the share of general-fund revenue coming from property taxes, reserve policies, debt and capital planning, and the impact of inflation, minimum wage increases, and personnel costs. They all said local governments need predictable revenue and that any property tax changes would require careful consideration of replacement funding or service reductions. Members questioned the city panel about whether homebuyers are clearly informed about city versus county taxes and services, the role of HOAs, how many lobbyists cities employ, reserve levels, average salaries, and whether utility revenues are used only for utility purposes. The panel said TRIM notices, realtor listings, and city websites provide tax information; HOAs generally do not provide emergency services; lobbyists help local governments track Tallahassee legislation; reserves vary by city and fund; and utility revenues are generally restricted, though some cities use limited transfers. Members also asked about revenue replacement if ad valorem taxes were reduced or eliminated, and the panel said options would likely include user fees, service cuts, or other local revenue shifts. The chair also asked about public safety consolidation, and the response was that such decisions are local and may shift costs rather than create true savings. The committee then heard from county representatives after an overview by the Florida Association of Counties’ Davin Suggs, who framed counties as shared partners with the state and emphasized the gap between rising market values and the shrinking share of taxable value after exemptions and assessment limits. He said counties face a mismatch between revenue based on taxable value and expenses driven by real-world costs, and noted that most counties either held millage steady or lowered it without reaching rollback rates. He also highlighted that property taxes are only one part of county revenue, with charges for services and intergovernmental revenue often larger in some counties, and that public safety at the county level includes more than law enforcement, such as EMS, emergency management, inspections, and corrections. Deborah Manzo of Okeechobee County described a fiscally constrained rural county with limited staff, a county-supported airport, heavy reliance on property taxes for the general fund, and major cost pressures from inflation, insurance, retirement, and state and federal mandates. She said the county lowered millage slightly over recent years but still depends on multiple revenue sources and special assessments, and she flagged Medicaid, medical examiner costs, and possible firefighter workweek changes as significant concerns. Bay County Administrator Mark McQueen said his county’s budget is shaped by Hurricane Michael recovery, non-discretionary obligations, and rapid growth; he described ongoing FEMA reimbursement delays, substantial borrowing to cover disaster costs, and continuing interest expenses while the county waits for reimbursement. The county panel was still in progress when the transcript ended.

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:14:31.639><c> or</c> until I think it was September or until I think it was September or October
• If a provider feels that they could care for 11 or 12 preschool children aged 3, 4, and 5, allow them
• If a provider feels that they could care for 11 or 12 preschool children aged 3, 4, and 5, allow them
• they<00:32:01.960><c> could</c><00:32:02.159><c> care</c><00:32:02.320><c> for</c><00:32:02.559><c> 11
• </c><00:32:02.880><c> or</c><00:32:03.080><c> 12</c><00:32:03.480><c> pre</c> they could care for 11

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy