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MO
Transcript Highlights:
- So they've already made the, or they should have made the updates for this program.
- And so it's just a should have made the updates for this program.
- programs and things like that.
- That means they can add other programs. But not limited to SNAP, TANF, and WIC.
- That means they can add other programs, Medicaid, stuff like this.
Committee:
House Government Efficiency
Summary:
The Committee on Government Efficiency held a public hearing on House Bill 1817, which would require the Department of Social Services to publish monthly public-assistance data at the municipal level for places with populations of 1,000 or more. The sponsor said the bill was intended to give local nonprofits, churches, and community leaders better information to target aid, measure whether their efforts are reducing dependency, and identify underserved areas, while avoiding identification of individuals in very small communities. Supporters echoed the transparency and planning benefits, saying the data could help nonprofits allocate resources, spot gaps, and coordinate more effectively.
Several members questioned whether the bill was necessary, whether the data was already available through public records or existing reports, and whether it would create busy work or divert staff time. Others raised concerns about the 1,000-person threshold as arbitrary, the possibility of discouraging assistance applications, and whether the bill would really improve outcomes or reduce fraud. The sponsor responded that the data is already being collected, that the software had already been funded, and that the bill would simply make the information publicly available in a more useful format. Testimony in opposition was not presented, and the public hearing on HB 1817 was then closed.
The committee then moved into executive session and took up House Bill 1641. A House Committee Substitute was offered and adopted after brief discussion. The substitute bill was then voted do pass by a roll call vote of 12 ayes, 1 no, and 4 present. Representative Burton stated a present vote was appropriate because of concerns with some language in the bill, while other members supported the measure’s intent.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- And we use those levers to be able to do things and provide programs.
- Because of the fragmentation that exists in the funding programs of Congress today, what do you look
- But the problem is all the programs, things that a lot of our folks, you know, Medicare programs like
- But the problem is all the programs, things that a lot of our folks, you know, Medicare programs like
- But to keep these programs sustainable for the long term, we have to get this fiscal mess in check.
Committee:
House State Affairs
Summary:
The committee first approved the minutes from January 29 and 30. It then took up HCR 25, a resolution calling for an Article V convention effort focused on a balanced budget amendment. The sponsor and supporters argued that the federal debt and annual deficits are unsustainable, that the resolution is intended to pressure Congress rather than actually trigger a runaway convention, and that any amendment would still require ratification by 38 states. Supporters also said a balanced budget amendment would force fiscal discipline without immediate tax hikes or drastic cuts, and several public witnesses, including former officials, a banker, a student, and party leaders, testified in favor on generational and economic grounds.
Opponents and skeptical members raised concerns that the resolution explicitly calls for a constitutional convention, that there is no reliable way to limit the scope or delegate selection, and that a convention could create unintended constitutional changes. Some questioned whether the strategy was honest with constituents, whether Congress should instead be changed through elections, and whether states like Idaho should continue accepting federal funds while advocating fiscal restraint. The Idaho Republican Party chair testified against the measure, saying the risk of an uncontrolled convention outweighed any benefit.
After debate, Representative Boyle moved a substitute motion to hold HCR 25 in committee, but that motion failed 9-4. The committee then voted on the original motion to send HCR 25 to the floor with a due pass recommendation, and that motion passed 9-4. The committee then adjourned.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Jan 26th, 2026 at 11:12 am
New Mexico House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We've got four guests from the New Mexico Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research: Andrea
- EPSCoR, it's the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research.
- EPSCoR is the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research and is a program started by the National
- In their program, the main goals are to support students who want to study science and engineering, yay
- House Bill 168 continues: creating the New Homes for New Mexico program, providing for program administration
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- We are not doing the federal SNAP; this is a state-run program.
- So, it's about $22 million a week for the New Mexico nutritional program.
- I turned the page somewhere, and so if that program, if this federal SNAP program activates on a Monday
- And that is because it is an entitlement program. The funding is there.
- I mean, I support the LFC program evaluation process.
Committee:
Senate Senate Finance
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Republican Press Conference 3/27/25
Transcript Highlights:
- ,</c> cut all these teachers and cut programs, cut all these teachers and cut programs, cut cut cut paras
- </c><00:05:00.960><c> this</c> teachers, payers, and programs this teachers, payers, and programs this
- What are you looking for, just to be clear, a full cut to school meals program or?
- What are you looking for, just to be clear, a full cut to school meals program or?
- What are you looking for, just to be clear, a full cut to school meals program or?
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Conservation and Natural Resources Mar 30th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Conservation and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 953 addresses funding issues for DNR's air pollution control program.
- Senate Bill 953 addresses funding issues for DNR's air pollution control program.
- At the same time, costs to operate DNR's air pollution control program increase with inflation.
- are funded by program fees, are swept into the state's general revenue fund.
- If unaddressed, the federal EPA could take over the air pollution control program.
Committee:
House Conservation and Natural Resources
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Conservation and Natural Resources Mar 30th, 2026
Conservation and Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 953 addresses funding issues for DNR's air pollution control program.
- Senate Bill 953 addresses funding issues for DNR's air pollution control program.
- Costs to operate DNR's air pollution control program increase with inflation.
- are funded by program fees, are swept into the state's general revenue fund.
- If unaddressed, the federal EPA could take over the air pollution control program.
Committee:
House Conservation and Natural Resources
Summary:
The Conservation and Natural Resources Committee heard Senate Bill 953, sponsored by Sen. Jason Bean, which would address a projected shortfall in the Department of Natural Resources’ air pollution control program. Bean and supporters from Associated Industries of Missouri, quarry and sand producers, engineering firms, the Missouri Chamber, forest products, and municipal utilities said the bill would stop sweeping unused program funds into general revenue and dedicate a portion of existing sales and use tax revenue from utilities to keep the program solvent without raising permit fees on businesses that have reduced emissions. One informational witness from Armour Vine warned that moving funds out of general revenue could affect broader state revenue and tax triggers. DNR also testified that the fee fund is projected to become insolvent in fiscal year 2028 if current trends continue. No opposition testimony was presented, and the bill hearing was closed.
The committee then heard House Bills 3362 and 3364, sponsored by Reps. Colin Wellenkamp and Mike Koslow, which would create guardrails for AI/data center buildout around electricity and water use. The sponsors said the bills are intended to protect ratepayers and local water systems by requiring large-load customers to bear their own infrastructure costs, extending consumer protections to co-ops and municipal utilities, and requiring permits and review for major water withdrawals, with emergency shutoff provisions in water shortages. Support came from environmental groups, conservation organizations, rural advocates, Renew Missouri, the Sierra Club, Missouri Municipal League, Missouri Electric Cooperatives, Ameren Missouri, and Missouri American Water, though some witnesses urged tighter thresholds, more frequent reporting, stronger water-quality protections, and clearer definitions to avoid legal ambiguity. Several witnesses also raised concerns about transparency, local impacts, and whether current thresholds are high enough to protect aquifers, springs, and utility customers. The chair closed testimony after noting time limits and adjourned the committee.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
- or approves a third-party training program. >> Uh, the section one of the bill.
- or approves a third party program or approves a third party training<00:04:11.040><c> program.
- </c> training program. training program.
- So, date for the training program to be ready: July 1, 2027.
- We'll say training program to be ready.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
Keywords:
SB2841, human trafficking, trafficking awareness, transient accommodations, hotel industry, lodging, hospitality, hotel workers, housekeeping, front desk staff, contract workers, third-party contractors, employee training, signage, reporting requirements, National Human Trafficking Hotline, labor trafficking, sex trafficking, commercial sexual exploitation of children, anti-trafficking
Summary:
The joint Judiciary, Labor, and Technology Committee heard two bills in the morning session and later took up two Judiciary decision-making items. SB 2841 would require human trafficking awareness training for transient accommodation workers. Testimony was generally supportive from the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, the Department of Law Enforcement, and the Hawaii Hotel Alliance/American Hotel and Lodging Association, which also proposed amendments to preserve existing industry training programs and broaden coverage. Members clarified that the administration wanted DLE to be the lead agency instead of DLIR, while the Attorney General would still handle approval of training programs. The committee recommended passage with amendments, including coverage for third-party contractors and implementation dates, and the measure was adopted with no recorded opposition.
SB 2533 would adjust the salaries of the Campaign Spending Commission’s executive director and associate director to better align with comparable enforcement/compliance positions. The commission supported the bill, saying its salaries lag behind similar offices by about $30,000 and that recruitment and workload have become more difficult, while one testifier opposed the proposal. Members questioned why the bill used the Department of Health as the salary comparator and whether Ethics would be a better benchmark; the committee agreed to revise the bill to peg the salaries to the Ethics Commission instead, blank out the dollar amounts for further review, and note the requested appropriation in the report. The committee recommended passage with amendments, and the measure was adopted.
In the Judiciary decision-making agenda, SB 2203, concerning the use of masks or personal disguises by law enforcement officers, was amended to allow exceptions for officers who are unmasked nearby or who are supporting undercover operations, to change the term to “facial covering,” and to add definitions covering federal, state, and county law enforcement. The committee also set a far-future effective date and passed the bill with amendments. SB 2442, relating to judiciary purchase-of-service contracts with community-based organizations, was also passed with amendments; the committee added a far-future effective date, clarified the consumer price index reference, and noted a recommended appropriation amount of $4.26 million in the committee report. All measures were adopted without recorded no votes or reservations.
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs Apr 30th, 2025
Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- A comprehensive wellness support program.
- Uh, they're put on a program for just like anything, you fail a standard.
- Wellness programs go underutilized.
- But it's a, it's a governor appointed program.
- There are cost effective programs. These are cost effective programs that reduce reliance.
Bills:
SB 36
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- By tasking FDACS with launching a targeted program. We're not saying for everyone.
- So when these programs, is it your understanding that right now these programs are having issues or they're
- So when these programs, is it your understanding that right now these programs are having issues or they're
- Always volunteers are needed to make sure that a lot of these programs work.
- Always volunteers are needed to make sure that, you know, a lot of these programs work.
Summary:
The Senate convened with an opening prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance led by pages, and several introductions recognizing guests, family members, and a USF Day at the Capitol presentation. The chamber then moved to the special order calendar, where it first passed two Open Government Sunset Review bills: CS/SB 7010, preserving a public records exemption for certain Department of Financial Services receiver information, and SB 7008/HB 7003, preserving confidentiality for financial technology sandbox application records. Both measures passed unanimously.
The Senate also passed CS/SB 1430 on post-judgment execution proceedings relating to terrorism, a bill intended to help victims enforce judgments against terrorist entities, and CS/CS/SB 910 on veterans benefits assistance, aimed at improving veterans’ access to benefits and transition support. Additional measures passed included CS/CS/CS/SB 832 on former phosphate mining lands, SB 796 on general permits for distributed wastewater treatment systems, CS/CS/CS/SB 700, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services bill, and several claims bills, including relief for Darlene Angerville and J.R., Eric and Jennifer Miles on behalf of EEM, and Marcus Button. SB 994 on driver’s license education requirements also passed after an amendment making texting while driving a moving violation with points and a distracted-driving course requirement.
The most extended debate centered on CS/CS/CS/SB 700, where senators discussed provisions on fluoride in drinking water, labeling of plant-based products, drone penalties, charity registration, agricultural housing, and other agriculture-related policy changes. Several amendments on fluoride were offered and defeated, while a technical amendment on financial institution definitions was adopted. Senators also briefly discussed the policy implications of the bill’s fluoride language and its relationship to local control and public health. Several other bills on the calendar were temporarily postponed, and at the end of the session the Senate adopted motions to certify passed bills to the House, retain postponed bills on the special order calendar, and remove CS/SB 7016 from the special order calendar. The Senate then adjourned until April 16.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Scott Kupor, of California, to be Director of the Office of Personnel Management, and Eric Matthew Ueland, of Virginia, to be Deputy Director for Management, Office of Management and Budget. Apr 3rd, 2025 at 08:30 am
Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- This means that hundreds of thousands of bureaucrats writing rules, managing programs and often dodging
- Some of the most successful and innovative recruitment programs have been halted.
- And one of the purposes of that program is to make sure that people can stay safe.
- You and I have talked about the federal program. Inventory.
- So what are your thoughts on finishing this out for the federal program?
Keywords:
nominations, Scott Cooper, Eric Ulan, federal workforce, Office of Personnel Management, Office of Management and Budget, accountability, collective bargaining
Summary:
The committee convened to discuss the nominations of Scott Cooper for Director of the Office of Personnel Management and Eric Ulan for Deputy Director at the Office of Management and Budget. This meeting highlighted the critical roles both positions play in managing the federal workforce, which comprises over two million civilian employees. Concerns were raised regarding the current administration's approach to federal employment, citing issues like mass firings and the undermining of collective bargaining rights. Members expressed the need for better accountability and transparency within the federal system, emphasizing the importance of attracting talented public servants.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 1375 by Parker. related to the continuation of health care provider participation programs
- Senate Bill 1401 by West relating the creation of the Texas mental health profession. line program to
- Senate Bill 1431 by Blanco will relink the eligibility to... participate in certain drug court programs
- Senate Bill 1490 by Betancourt relating to adult High School Charter Program funding to Education K-16
- Senate Bill 1574 by Zaffirini relating to us to a centers of excellence program developed by the Texas
Bills:
SJR34 , SB10 , SB18 , SB19 , SB21 , SB72 , SB140 , SB262 , SB370 , SB480 , SB495 , SB627 , SB703 , SB767 , SB790
Keywords:
parental rights, parents, children, custody, care and control, upbringing, family law, constitutional amendment, Texas Constitution, child welfare, education policy, medical decisions, parental authority, primary decision makers, family autonomy, education, Ten Commandments, public schools, religious display, First Amendment
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Conference Committee on SF 3472: Extending health care premium reinsurance program - 03/28/33
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate versions of the bill, along with the current law spending that exists for the reinsurance program
- </c> money to pay for our essential programs money to pay for our essential programs for<00:15:45.839
- The board operates the premium security program.
- It extends the premium security program to encompass years 2023 to 2027.
- It adjusts the dates, assuming that the reinsurance program will operate in plan year 2023.
Summary:
The committee reviewed a side-by-side comparison and fiscal analysis of Senate File 3472, a reinsurance-related bill affecting the premium security plan account, MinnesotaCare, and related health care funding. Staff explained the Senate and House versions of the bill, including how the Senate proposal extends reinsurance for five years and uses a projected $1.087 billion general fund transfer to fully fund claims and administrative costs through fiscal year 2028, while the House version conditions continuation of the program on federal approval of the state innovation waiver. The fiscal presentation also covered appropriations for MNsure, a mental health parity and substance abuse office, and House provisions for delivery reform and a public option study, along with a House transfer of $110.674 million to the health care access fund.
Members debated the budget horizon and whether costs should be forecast beyond fiscal year 2025. Representative Schultz argued that the spreadsheet understated the broader fiscal impact of reinsurance and warned about future funding cliffs for MinnesotaCare and other health programs, while other members and staff noted that the state’s standard forecast ends in fiscal year 2025 and that the fiscal note only estimated reinsurance costs through the five-year extension. Supporters said reinsurance was the best available option to reduce premium increases, especially in rural areas, and some pointed to a public option as a longer-term alternative. Opponents argued reinsurance does not address underlying health care costs or deductibles and urged consideration of other reforms.
House Research then walked through the policy differences. House-only provisions would change Minnesota Comprehensive Health Association board membership, require platinum plans in certain markets, expand postnatal coverage, require a prescription drug benefit in some plans, set a minimum actuarial value for MinnesotaCare, create an Office of Mental Health Parity and Substance Abuse Accountability, and direct reports on delivery reform and a public option. The shared provisions would extend the premium security program to 2027 and delay the transfer of remaining premium security plan funds to the health care access fund until 2029, with the House language again contingent on federal waiver approval. No formal vote was taken in the excerpt; the chair closed discussion after hearing no further questions and indicated members would be contacted about next steps.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Select Committee on California and Armenia Mutual Trade, Art, and Cultural Exchange Aug 5th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Go-Biz's export promotion program, called Cal Export, provides targeted export assistance to eligible
- Our team also executed targeted programming to spotlight unique opportunities for business expansion,
- While our office is constantly promoting the agency's programs to companies statewide, your targeted
- I believe I was one of the first kids in an inaugural program called ESL, I believe I was one of the
- first kids in an inaugural program called ESL.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Select Committee on California and Armenia Mutual Trade, Art, and Cultural Exchange Aug 5th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Go-Biz's export promotion program, called Cal Export, provides targeted export assistance to eligible
- Our team also executed targeted programming to spotlight unique opportunities for business expansion,
- While our office is constantly promoting the agency's programs to companies statewide, your targeted
- In that relationship, and building out programming through the hub, will increase both two-way trade
- I believe I was one of the first kids in an inaugural program called ESL.
Summary:
The inaugural meeting of the Select Committee on California and Armenia Mutual Trade, Art, and Cultural Exchange focused on strengthening California-Armenia ties through trade, investment, education, culture, and diplomacy. Chair Harabedian and Assemblymember Caloza opened by emphasizing the importance of the Armenian-American community in California and the committee’s goal of expanding opportunities for business, job creation, cultural preservation, and academic exchange. The Republic of Armenia’s ambassador and the Armenian Consul General both described Armenia as a growing strategic partner for California, highlighting recent peace and connectivity developments, Armenia’s diversification strategy, and the role of the Armenian diaspora in linking the two places.
The first panel featured Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis and Go-Biz trade specialist Trisha Utterback. Kounalakis reviewed the 2019 California-Armenia framework agreement and the opening of the California trade and services desk in Yerevan, noting growth in academic ties and California’s support for Armenia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Utterback outlined Go-Biz’s trade and investment programs and reported that California-Armenia two-way trade has more than doubled since 2019, with exports rising sharply; she cited examples of California companies expanding into Armenia and Armenian businesses seeking California opportunities. Members asked about future priorities, and panelists pointed to tech, clean energy, agriculture, and continued outreach through trade and investment programs.
A second panel centered on Glendale’s role as a gateway for the partnership. Mayor Ara Najarian described Glendale’s large Armenian-American population, the Armenian American Museum, sister-city relationships, and the city’s role in cultural and economic diplomacy, while also raising concerns about Artsakh, displaced Armenians, detainees, and discrimination against Armenian Americans. Vahe Kozoyan of ServiceTitan shared his company’s growth from a Glendale startup to a global firm with major operations in Armenia, and Armina Galstian of SmartGate VC and Hero House Glendale described a California-Armenia innovation corridor supporting startups, AI, robotics, cybersecurity, and neuroscience. Committee members discussed how the state can further support the partnership through investment, delegation visits, education, innovation hubs, and ensuring Armenian-owned businesses are not excluded from supplier diversity and anti-discrimination protections.
WY
Wyoming 2026 Regular Session
Select Committee on School Finance Recalibration, June 25, 2026 - PM
Select Committee on School Finance Recalibration
Transcript Highlights:
- program... ...in part of an instructional program, and I can see a logic to make that argument in many
- So to go back to the way it was with that old formula, it's a program that was already in place, program
- STEM elementary labs, elementary computer programs.
- This town comes together for the theater program.
- Discussion yesterday on food service programs.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- House Bill 776 revises the Louisiana Port Construction Development Priority Program.
- This is a great forward-looking bill that creates the Workforce Instructor Capacity Investment Program
- HB 1000 is an administrative bill for the Highway Priority Program. It reforms the program.
- I think it leads back... ...priority for the Highway Priority Program. It reforms the program.
- It leads to better accountability for the highway program, hoping for a 90% completion rate every year
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Energy. (3-19-26)
Natural Resources & Energy
Transcript Highlights:
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- And this program will help stores.
- We're doing take-back programs.
- </c> fall meeting to talk about this program fall meeting to talk about this program and<00:23:36.720
Committee:
House Natural Resources & Energy
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 19th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- of the loan with interest and secures the repayment of the loan with the State Transit Assistance Program
- So this is a loan from the TIRCP program that needs to be paid. serve are all our people and and so I
- So this is a loan from the TIRCP program that needs to be paid.
- So this is a loan from the TIRCP program that needs to be paid back, with interest only for the first
- And so in that process, they've not just eliminated DEI programs.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Programs.
- You'll get some prudent underwriting and sustainable programs.
- would do, the impact of that, and compare that to interest-rate buy-down programs.
- So those nonprofit developers have had access to that program now for a year.
- The program existed. So we're duplicating a lot of that, right?
Committee:
Senate Senate Finance