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MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence May 11th, 2026
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
Transcript Highlights:
- And thank you, Chairman, as well, and all the members of the committee.
- Well, thank you.
- Well, thank you.
- They are kind, educated individuals who are well-trained and capable adults.
- Yes, and there is another state, California, as well.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Aging and Independence heard testimony on Senate 3057/House 5376, a bill to create an Assisted Living Residence Trust Fund and implement recommendations from the Assisted Living Residence Commission. Supporters, including AARP and the state long-term care ombudsman, backed the trust fund for certification staffing, compliance reviews, investigations, ombudsman services, public reporting, and appeals. The assisted living industry, represented by MassALA, supported the affordability task force and certified medication aides, but asked for amendments to expand career paths and to remove or limit fines as a funding source, arguing fines should be capped and tied to health or safety risks. The ombudsman emphasized the need for more staffing and resources, noting the current caseload and travel burden across the state.
The committee also took testimony on Senate 3056/House 5243 concerning medication administration in rest homes. Rest home operators, MARCH, and LeadingAge Massachusetts opposed proposed Department of Public Health changes that would replace the long-standing responsible person model with a MAP-based framework or require more licensed nursing staff. They argued the current model has been used for decades, is safe and affordable, and is better suited to rest homes than MAP, which they said was designed for different settings. They urged the committee to preserve responsible person medication administration while improving training and oversight, and several witnesses asked for a task force or substitute language to study best practices rather than impose immediate regulatory changes.
Committee members asked questions about the history of the responsible person model, how medication administration works in practice, and whether other states use similar systems. Chair Stanley said the committee was still reviewing building code-related recommendations for assisted living and noted that those issues may require more time. No votes were taken during the hearing, and the committee adjourned after testimony concluded.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, we did have a question by Representative Laverdain, Vice Chair Laudan.
- Well, I am happy to entertain any questions.
- Well, if an arbitrator makes a decision that does not align with our laws.
- This is SB—” “Well, hold on, Senator Hodges.
- “Well, thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate that. All right.
Bills:
HR38 , HR96 , HR160 , HCR31 , HCR61 , HB578 , HB668 , HB1198 , SCR19 , SB66 , SB68 , SB76 , SB139 , SB336 , SB475
Committee:
House Civil Law and Procedure
Keywords:
privacy rights, surveillance, USA Patriot Act, FISA, Fourth Amendment, civil liberties, government oversight, civil bench warrants, judgment debtors, notification process, judgment debtor examination, Louisiana State Law Institute, property transfer, public records doctrine, bad faith, real estate law, HCR 31, House Concurrent Resolution 31, foreign entities, foreign corporation
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Apr 20th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, thank you, Mr. President and Senators.
- Well, he was sitting right on the bench.
- We appreciate you all so very much as well.
- What you all are about as well.
- It's our mental health as well.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Higher Education Mar 19th, 2026
Joint Committee on Higher Education
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, thank you, Chair Comerford.
- As you heard, you know, obviously if you're not feeling well, you're not going to perform well in school
- As you heard, you know, obviously if you're not feeling well, you're not going to perform well in school
- Well, that was excellent. Thank you so much.
- Well, that was great. Thank you. Well, that was great. Thank you so much.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on Higher Education
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Higher Education held a hearing on two late-filed bills, H. 5012 and S. 2927, titled An Act Relative to Student Access, Food, and Nutritional Information, also referred to by witnesses as the “Snack Act.” The bills would require schools to make gluten-free and allergen-related meal information easier to find online, including menus, ingredients, food safety procedures, and contact information, so students with celiac disease and other medically necessary dietary restrictions can safely participate in universal school meal programs. Committee leaders explained the hearing process and invited testimony from pre-registered and in-person witnesses.
Most testimony came from parents, students, physicians, and advocates who described celiac disease as a serious autoimmune condition requiring a strict lifelong gluten-free diet. Witnesses said many families avoid school meals because information is hard to find or not clearly communicated, and they emphasized that the bill would not create a new system so much as make existing information accessible. Several speakers cited research showing that many children with celiac disease do not participate in school breakfast and lunch programs, and that communication gaps between school administrators, nurses, and food service staff are a major barrier. Witnesses also said the bill could help students with food allergies more broadly and would support equity in the state’s universal school meals program.
A number of students with celiac disease gave personal testimony about feeling excluded, managing food anxiety, and relying on clear school communication to stay safe. One parent and clinician described a child’s severe malnutrition before diagnosis and shared a photo to illustrate the seriousness of gluten exposure, while other doctors discussed long-term health risks from uncontrolled celiac disease and the need for better access to safe meals. Committee members praised the witnesses, especially the young students, and asked questions about cross-contamination, school procedures, and whether regulations or agency action might also address the issue. Senator Joan Lovely, the Senate sponsor, briefly endorsed the bill and thanked the panel. No vote was taken during the hearing, and the committee closed the hearing after testimony concluded.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Republican Leaders Media Availability Feb 24th, 2026 at 09:15 am
Transcript Highlights:
- That's a big problem as well when you're bonding for projects like this.
- And that's exactly how their income tax operates as well.
- Couture covered it very well.
- Well, Bill, I can't give away all my secrets.
- Well, thank you, everyone, and we'll be back again next week.
Summary:
House and Senate Republican leaders held a media availability focused on the final stretch of the legislative session, with repeated criticism of Democratic budget proposals and several policy bills. They said they were especially concerned about an environmental crimes bill they argued would impose excessive penalties for workplace mistakes, as well as bills they described as anti-law-enforcement, including measures related to police face coverings and sheriff qualifications. They also discussed a proposed income tax, calling it unconstitutional and urging that it be sent to referendum if it advances.
A major topic was the operating, transportation, and capital budgets. Republicans said the operating budget relies on one-time fund sweeps, raids the rainy day fund and pension assets, and assumes future income-tax revenue while cutting Medicaid, child care, schools, and other services. They said the transportation budget has some positive emphasis on road preservation but criticized ferry funding and the proposed sweep of the Public Works Trust. On the capital budget, they were less specific and described it as generally bipartisan.
The lawmakers also addressed reports of fraudulent or duplicate sign-ins on the income-tax bill, saying any abuse should be investigated but that many duplicate entries may have been accidental rather than malicious. They said the system should be improved with better verification, but maintained that more than 100,000 unique people had signed in opposition. Other issues discussed included opposition to using pension funds to balance the budget, criticism of a Sound Transit proposal for 75-year bonds, concerns about a bill requiring arbitration before lawsuits against the state or local governments, and objections to child care budget changes they said would hurt rural and property-poor communities without broader regulatory reform.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- So I just want to make sure that was done, but I think he's very well qualified for the position.
- That is Item 2F, Vincent Wells, for the Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission.
- That is Item 2F, Vincent Wells, for the Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission.
- Well, you know, the state used to have a program for the smaller counties for sheriffs.
- I'm very proud of the work that we're... ...and want to see it done well.
Committee:
Senate Rules
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Rules met to consider several gubernatorial appointments and routine committee actions. The committee first approved, by unanimous 5-0 votes, appointments to the Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission, the appointment of Lee Herrick as California Poet Laureate, a reference of bills to committees, and floor acknowledgments. Members then heard testimony from Trista Gonzalez, nominee to lead the Department of Tax and Fee Administration, who described her long career in tax administration, efforts to improve taxpayer compliance and service, readiness for the state’s lithium extraction tax, and the department’s work on online sales tax, cannabis, and tobacco enforcement. Senators asked about responsiveness to legislators, small business support, accountability, and enforcement; public commenters from tax and accounting groups supported her nomination. Her appointment advanced to the full Senate on a 5-0 vote.
The committee also heard from Aaron McGuire, nominee to lead the Board of State and Community Corrections. He discussed the board’s expanded responsibilities, including annual detention-facility inspections, large grant programs for violence intervention and reentry, and the new in-custody death review division. Members questioned him about grant oversight, audit transparency, statutory authority for in-custody death reviews, and conditions in local detention facilities, especially in Los Angeles County juvenile facilities. McGuire said the board uses screening, site visits, audits, and compliance reviews to reduce fraud and ensure grant funds are used appropriately, and that trailer bill language had clarified access to records for death reviews. He also said staffing shortages remain a major issue in some juvenile facilities and that the board continues to work with counties and the courts to improve conditions. Public support came from nonprofit reentry providers and Giffords. His appointment also advanced to the full Senate on a 5-0 vote.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Environmental Quality Committee Jan 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, thanks very much.
- Well, first of all, I want to thank the author for bringing this bill forward.
- Well, thanks very much.
- Well, thanks very much.
- We got a letter in, but not on time, in support as well.
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Environmental Quality heard four bills focused on environmental regulation and public health. SB 299 by Senator Cabaldon would extend a CEQA exemption to child care facilities in residential zones, with committee amendments adding guardrails to exclude sites on natural/protected lands and within 3,200 feet of oil wells or refineries. Support came from child care, planning, local government, and county groups, while one wildlife/plant organization opposed. Members emphasized the need for more child care access and noted the bill was a narrow fix to last year’s CEQA legislation. The committee later voted the bill out on a 7-0 vote.
SB 58 by Senator Padilla would update California’s hydrogen sulfide standards and response framework, citing outdated rules and monitoring gaps in the Tijuana River Valley and Salton Sea areas. Testimony from UCLA and community advocates described health impacts and undercounted exceedances, while air district representatives and business interests raised concerns about the scope and timing of the proposal. The committee accepted amendments and advanced the bill on a 7-0 vote. SB 811 by Senator Caballero would establish a regulatory framework for metal shredding facilities, clarifying DTSC enforcement authority and incorporating prior negotiated environmental justice and fire-safety amendments. Supporters included the recycling industry and labor groups; opponents from community, environmental, and local government organizations argued the bill was too deregulatory and did not adequately protect nearby communities. The bill passed 5-0.
SB 501 by Senator Allen would expand the state’s battery extended producer responsibility program to include medium-format batteries such as those used in e-bikes and portable power systems. Supporters said the change would improve collection, reduce fire risks, and shift disposal costs from local governments to producers; one battery recycler expressed interest in working on implementation details. The bill was amended and advanced on a 5-2 vote. After quorum was established and votes were taken on call, all four bills were reported out of committee and the hearing adjourned.
AR
Arkansas 2026 Regular Session
LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING-COUNTIES AND MUNICIPALITIES Jan 8th, 2026
LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING-COUNTIES AND MUNICIPALITIES
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, well, thank you, and thank you, Mr. Chairman. I apologize.
- Well, well, thank you, and thank you, Mr. Chairman.
- Well, you know, I believe the mayor...
- Well, no, and I agree.
- Yeah, well, yes, I can answer that question.
Summary:
The committee first heard updates on delinquent private water and sewer reports. For reports due as of December 31, 2012, staff said five additional 2024 reports had been received since the December meeting, bringing the total of released escrow funds to 17 and leaving 26 still escrowed. For reports delinquent as of December 31, 2023, two more reports were received, bringing 59 of the original 64 into compliance and leaving five outstanding. Both update reports were filed without objection.
The committee then discussed Act 709 of 2021 and the town of Daisy’s repayment of street turnback funds. Staff said Daisy had made improper payments to a nonprofit, used restricted street funds for fire truck and fire department building costs, and had not adopted the required repayment ordinance or obtained approval for a reduced repayment percentage. Mayor Lisa Cogburn said the city council had not approved repayment because members disputed the amount, though she said the city had funds to pay. After questions from members and staff explaining the audit calculations, the committee adopted a motion requiring Daisy to repay 10% of unrestricted general fund revenues under the statute and to withhold turnback funds if the city fails to comply. The report was then filed.
The committee reviewed numerous deferred and current audit findings from cities, counties, and water systems. Several local officials appeared and described corrective steps, including Harrison district court, Carroll County airport, Izard County treasurer, Alexander district court, Town of 56 officials, Bull Shoals, Lone Oak County, Beaver, Central City, Gravette, Ralston Water Department, Thornton Waterworks, Ozan, and Lee County. Findings included missing or inaccurate reconciliations, unsupported credit card charges, payroll and compensation issues, improper use of public funds, missing receipts, and budget overruns. Some matters were referred to the prosecuting attorney and Attorney General, including Bull Shoals and Lone Oak County, while others were filed or deferred as appropriate. The committee also deferred two private water and sewer reports for lack of proper responses, filed 19 reports with resolved findings, and filed 53 reports with no findings.
Before adjourning, the committee set its next meeting for February 12, 2026.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Balancing the Budget – Majority Leader Erin Murphy Jun 16th, 2025
Minnesota Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- well.
- So how do did very well there as well.
- We protected all of that as well.
- </c> protected all of that as well. protected all of that as well.
- Well, often you'll difference there?
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Banking and Insurance Committee Apr 2nd, 2025
Banking and Insurance
Transcript Highlights:
- They say, "Well, you know, this dropped from 100 billion to 50 billion."
- As I begin to say, "Well, MTO is that..."
- My son puts on one as well.
- to Alpha as well.
- My name is Dave Wells. I'm the director of the PUP Health Insurance Plan.
Committee:
Senate Banking and Insurance
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Community Affairs Jan 14th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- WE HAVE THE SECRETARY OF COMMERCE, FLORIDA COMMERCE ON OUR BOARD AS WELL AS A MEMBER APPOINTED BY THE
- SENATE AND HOUSE AS WELL SO WE HAVE THAT TYPE OF GOVERNANCE AND OVERSIGHT.
- SO FOR FLORIDA HOUSING, FOR BIG PROGRAMS AND THE FIRST I WILL TALK ABOUT IS, WELL, I'M GOING TO KICK
- WE ALSO WORK WITH PRIVATE SECTOR PARTNERS ON THE HOMEOWNERSHIP SIDE AS WELL.
- THESE ARE BANKS, MORTGAGE COMPANIES AS WELL AS THIRD-PARTY ORIGINATORS.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on the Judiciary Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, obviously, because the police were there.
- We need to update the CSAM statute as well.
- I was able to fix my mic as well. I I was able to fix my mic as well. I apologize. Is this Ashley?
- Testify in support of Senate Bill 1163, House Bill 1634, as well as well testify in support of Senate
- Well, Michelle...
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Summary:
The Joint Committee on the Judiciary held a lengthy hearing on a wide range of bills involving domestic violence, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, trafficking, victim compensation, and related criminal justice reforms. Testimony focused on measures to support survivors and close perceived legal gaps, including bills to protect domestic violence survivors in child welfare proceedings, expand victim compensation for homicide families and trafficking survivors, create a DNA exception to the rape statute of limitations, eliminate or extend statutes of limitations for child sexual abuse, and strengthen laws on upskirting, sexual abuse by adults in positions of authority, and sexual assault by rideshare drivers. Several speakers also addressed bills concerning vulnerable adults, harassment and custody-related abuse, and early evidence kits.
Witnesses included legislators, prosecutors, advocates, and many survivors who described personal experiences with abuse and barriers to justice. Supporters argued that current laws often leave survivors without meaningful remedies, especially where consent, reporting requirements, evidentiary rules, or statutes of limitations prevent prosecution or compensation. Prosecutors and advocates said the bills would clarify vague statutes, increase penalties in some cases, and better reflect the realities of coercion, grooming, trafficking, and delayed reporting. Some testimony also urged amendments, including changes to victim compensation reporting rules and clarifications to avoid unintended conflicts with other wage-recovery laws.
No committee votes or final actions were taken in the hearing itself. The chairs emphasized strict time limits, respectful conduct, and the submission of written testimony, and several witnesses were called out of order to accommodate the large number of speakers.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> maximum as well. maximum as well.
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- </c> as well. Thank you. as well. Thank you.
- </c> this as well. this as well.
Committee:
Senate Taxes
Keywords:
day care, tax subtraction, child care costs, licensed child care, dependent care assistance, HF4321, dependent care assistance programs, gross income exclusion, federal conformity, Internal Revenue Code, individual income tax, Minnesota tax law, tax conformity, child care assistance, employer-provided dependent care, taxable income, state income tax, retroactive tax change, family care benefits, housing tax credit
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:03:42.959><c> evidence-based</c> the youth as well. evidence-based the youth as well. evidence-based
- So being work well in the classroom.
- .<00:59:27.119><c> So</c> well.
- So well.
- I hope that things things as well.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, thank you for the hearing.
- I think you just answered that well.
- It was very well articulated. It didn't sound like things were working really well.
- Well, let me hit some high points.
- Well, exactly.
Bills:
HB44 , HB2200 , HB1612 , HB2747 , HB2038 , HB3717 , HB1431 , HB3800 , HB3801 , HB3560 , HB3246 , HB44
Committee:
House Public Health
Keywords:
HB 44, Life of the Mother Act, abortion exceptions, medical emergency, reasonable medical judgment, pregnancy complications, maternal health, life-threatening condition, ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, spontaneous abortion, fetal survival, Texas abortion law, abortion ban, physician liability, health care provider, disciplinary action, aiding and abetting, emergency abortion, obstetric care
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services (02/03/2026)
Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, it was said that, well, they're home. They're sitting by the computer.
- Well, yeah. And Rep.
- Well, yeah. And Rep. >> Oh my gosh. Well, yeah. And Rep.
- I'm like, "Well, guess what? that much." I'm like, "Well, guess what?
- </c> um happy to do that as well. um happy to do that as well.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, members, members, this is the second time I brought this bill.
- So this is attempting to clean up some of the reporting data as well.
- Well, I mean, to encourage them. Let me hear from that. And Rep.
- Okay, well, I want to hear from them, yes. Good morning.
- Madam Chair, well, members. Have a good day. Representative Carver.
Committee:
House Education
Keywords:
higher education, accountability, curriculum review, faculty governance, disciplinary procedures, SB 28, Act 233, associate educator program, associate teachers, teacher certification, alternative teacher pathway, education workforce, teacher shortage, minimum age, age requirement, Louisiana schools, Title 17, R.S. 17:7.8, educator pipeline, teacher recruitment
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Clearly, it depends on the tide as well, right?
- So if I have somebody who wants to be a canine handler, well, Mr.
- Clearly, it depends on the tide as well, right?
- Chair: Very well.
- She's been awesome as well.
Committee:
House Revenue and Taxation
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Licensing, Occupations, and Administrative Regulations.(3-18-26)
Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations
Transcript Highlights:
- And you know one of them pretty well. well. well.
- I want to thank you for allowing me to speak and thank Senator Webb for allowing me to add this as well
- As well as ABC now has an interpretation that affects existing licensees in light of the language of
- As well as merited.
- But have you heard any kickback about them saying, "Well, I'll just not sell any tobacco?"
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, I don't have that answer this time. Thank you, gentlemen.
- I think legislation by itself doesn't work very well. Thank you.
- By left side doesn't work very well. Thank you.
- Does that side doesn't work very well. Thank you.
- A declaration of Rule 80 as well, as they were going around.