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• So, yes, those programs would be acceptable. Those aren't programs that I've spoken to thus far.
• So, yes, those programs would be acceptable. Those aren't programs that I've spoken to thus far.
• And that's how we had our program start at our health department.
• If it's less than 5%, Medicaid's a $41 billion program.
• ACA to support deficits in the Medicaid program.

Committee: Senate Health Policy

Summary: The Health Policy Committee heard and advanced several health-related bills. SB 1546 on background screening for athletic coaches was explained as another extension of the deadline for coaches to be added to the background screening clearinghouse; it passed favorably with support from athletic and youth sports organizations. SB 958 on type 1 diabetes early detection was amended to match the House version, requiring the Department of Health to provide school districts, school boards, and charter schools with informational materials for parents; it was reported favorably as a committee substitute. CS/SB 1070 on electrocardiograms for student athletes drew extensive discussion about sudden cardiac arrest prevention, implementation timelines, costs, funding through private and public sources, and whether insurance, KidCare, or Medicaid should cover screenings; after supportive testimony from school and athletic groups, it was reported favorably as a committee substitute. The committee also heard SB 1060, which would create a joint legislative oversight committee for Medicaid managed care to review encounter data, financials, audits, and rebate calculations with assistance from an actuary and the Auditor General. The sponsor and several senators framed it as a transparency and verification measure in response to large mid-year Medicaid funding increases and concerns about network adequacy and vertical integration; it passed favorably. CS/SB 944, which shortens the insurer overpayment recovery look-back period for claims involving psychologists from 30 months to 12 months, also passed favorably with support from the Florida Psychological Association. SB 1370, moving ambulatory surgical centers into their own statute rather than under hospital licensure provisions, was supported by surgery center representatives and reported favorably. The committee approved SB 768, as amended, to narrow the foreign-country-of-concern licensure attestation for health care entities to direct controlling interests and clarify the “reasonable efforts” standard; it passed after questions about how the standard would work in practice. SB 1544 on opticianry prompted significant debate over whether the bill would limit nonlicensed staff in ophthalmology and optometry settings; after a proposed amendment was withdrawn and multiple witnesses spoke both for and against, the bill was temporarily postponed. Finally, the committee adopted a strike-all amendment to SB 1808 requiring health care practitioners and facilities to refund patient overpayments within 30 days, with enforcement through AHCA fines or professional discipline, and then reported the bill favorably.

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• They take them and put them into a structured program.
• At the state fairgrounds, and we're very proud of that program.
• And for our school days program, they get to come in with their teachers.
• It's the biggest classroom in New Mexico, so we still do that program.
• The current program is very outdated.

Committee: House House Appropriations & Finance

Transcript Highlights:

• It participated in two Capital Loan Program loans and one renewal, and it provided financing for new
• institutions, including the Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester, the Palace Theatre Trust, an arts program
• It participated in two Capital Loan Program loans and one renewal, and it provided financing for new
• institutions, including the Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester, the Palace Theatre Trust, an arts program
• Seeing none. hearted hearing program um as a hearted hearing program um as a designate<00:35:11.359><

Committee: Senate Executive Departments and Administration

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• population resides in a district already offering a program.
• population resides in a district already offering a program.
• Do we lay off staff hired to develop and run the programs?
• We currently do offer a pilot program, a lawn and garden equipment program within our four AB 617 communities
• from our existing program.

Summary: The committee heard several housing, local government, coastal, and infrastructure bills. AB 306 would create a statewide appeal and code-interpretation process for building code issues at the California Building Standards Commission; supporters said it would reduce inconsistent local interpretations and speed housing delivery, while no opposition testified, and it was moved on a do-pass-as-amended vote to Appropriations. AB 956 would clarify ADU law to allow up to two detached ADUs on a property and address ADUs in HOAs/common interest developments; supporters framed it as a flexibility and housing-supply measure, while local government and county groups raised concerns about ministerial approval, parking, density, and impacts on neighborhood character. After committee questions, the bill was moved do pass as amended to Appropriations on a 2-0 vote, with the bill remaining on call. Members also considered AB 1751, which would create a ministerial approval path for qualifying townhome projects and allow local inclusionary ordinances for larger projects. Supporters said it would expand attainable homeownership and help produce missing-middle housing, while cities and counties objected to reduced density, by-right approval, and potential housing-element net-loss issues. The bill was moved do pass as amended to Appropriations on a 2-0 vote and remained on call. AB 912, which would revise the governance structure of the Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District board, drew unanimous support from the district, city, and county; it passed 3-0 to Appropriations and remained on call. AB 1710, aimed at preserving housing project entitlements from later regulatory changes, also advanced on a 4-0 do-pass-as-amended vote after opponents said they were awaiting the committee amendments. The committee also heard AB 2080, which would make county treasurer investment authority delegations ongoing until revoked rather than requiring annual renewal; supporters said it would reduce technical noncompliance and administrative burden without reducing oversight, and it was moved to the Senate Floor. AB 1740, a coastal bill for Santa Monica, would set timelines and reporting for a local coastal program and create an expedited Coastal Commission process for bike, transit, and pedestrian projects; supporters said it reflected a negotiated path forward with the city and commission, and it passed 3-0 to Appropriations. AB 2181, backed by Unite Here, would limit use of hypothetical density bonus value in hotel and motel appraisals; supporters said it would protect hospitality jobs from speculative lease-rent increases, and it was moved to the Senate Floor on a 4-0 vote. Finally, AB 2469 on data centers and water use drew the most extended debate. The bill would require water supply and water use assessments before approval, and shift infrastructure costs to project proponents; supporters said it would improve transparency, protect ratepayers, and ensure local governments have information before approving water-intensive facilities. Opponents, including business, city, county, and tech groups, argued existing law already covers water assessments and fees, warned the bill could create a separate permitting regime, and raised concerns about privacy, security, and investment impacts. The committee had not yet taken final action on AB 2469 when the transcript ended, and members were still asking technical questions about data center cooling and water reuse.

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• , a wildland fire explore program.
• This is a great program that we are doing in the city of Downey.
• AB 746 expands the existing CDCR labor programs by creating the inmate cooperative program to support
• Danica Rodarmel on behalf of Transformative Programming Works in support.
• The Legislature created the mental health diversion program in 2018, and it's since expanded this program

Summary: The committee heard several public safety measures, beginning with housekeeping items and the adoption of a four-bill consent calendar. Bills on the consent calendar included AB 476 on metal theft, AB 619 on California Conservation Corps training for formerly incarcerated people, AB 1192 on child abuse or neglect reporting, and AB 1239 on human trafficking data. Several bills were pulled by the authors before hearing, and the committee also announced that AB 379 would be heard with a file notice waiver and AB 63 would be for testimony only. The most extensive discussion was on AB 366, which would require ignition interlock devices for anyone convicted of DUI. The author, Senator Archuleta, and a MADD representative gave emotional testimony about family members killed by drunk drivers and argued the bill would save lives. Support came from law enforcement, fire, medical, auto club, and safety groups. Opposition from public defenders and criminal justice advocates focused on loss of judicial discretion, costs for low-income drivers, and concerns about vendor oversight and effectiveness. The committee voted to pass AB 366 as amended to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 1380, which would create a permanent pathway into firefighting careers for formerly incarcerated people who served on Cal Fire hand crews. The author and supporters said the bill would recognize service, improve reentry, and reduce recidivism; a fire labor group withdrew its opposition after amendments were discussed. The measure passed to Appropriations, though it remained on call pending one additional vote. AB 461, which would remove criminal penalties for parents of truant K-8 students and replace them with supportive responses, drew broad support from education and justice advocates but no opposition testimony; it was also passed to Appropriations and left on call pending one more vote. ACR 60, recognizing the Downey Police Department’s special-needs communication program for interactions with people with disabilities or sensory challenges, was adopted unanimously. The committee then heard AB 746 on creating an inmate cooperative program and a green reentry reserve for incarcerated workers. Supporters said it would build job skills, dignity, and reentry success; there was no opposition testimony. The bill passed to Appropriations and was left on call pending votes. Finally, AB 379 on human trafficking drew strong support from survivor advocates, law enforcement, and local officials for creating a survivor services fund and targeting buyers, but also strong opposition from survivors and civil liberties groups who warned it would criminalize vulnerable people and revive harmful loitering enforcement. The committee discussion continued with members weighing survivor support, public safety tools, and concerns about the bill’s amendments and scope.

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• preparation programs.
• </c> these programs provide specialized these programs provide specialized education<01:35:08.080><c>
• </c> collectively last year, these programs collectively last year, these programs served<01:35:28.159
• </c><01:42:35.119><c> that</c> accredited education programs that accredited education programs that
• </c> that's used for these programs. that's used for these programs.

Committee: Joint Education

Keywords: 916, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Together, Through programs like Rising Scholars, Project Rebound, and Underground Scholars, these programs
• California's elderly parole program.
• program nationwide.
• of any release program nationwide.
• This program is called the elderly parole program because that's what the science says these people are

Summary: The committee heard several bills, though no final votes were taken because a quorum had not yet been established. SB 493 by Senator Becker would add war or armed conflict to California’s price-gouging emergency triggers, with the author and supporters arguing it would protect consumers from gas-price spikes tied to international conflict. Opponents, including business and housing groups, warned the bill could over-trigger emergency powers and create broad, ongoing price controls. The chair indicated support for an aye-as-amended recommendation once quorum was reached. SB 1056 by Senator Grayson would require protective orders for disclosure of sexually explicit material involving adult victims in specified criminal cases. Denise Huskins-Quinn and Aaron Quinn testified in support, describing how sensitive evidence in their case was copied and handled without adequate safeguards; supporters said the bill would extend privacy protections similar to those already used for child sexual abuse material. Criminal defense attorneys supported the goal but raised concerns about notice procedures and how the bill would apply when material is in the public domain. The chair said the bill filled a gap in existing law and would receive an aye recommendation. SB 1208 by Senator Grayson would let law enforcement seize and return crypto assets used in scams and fraud to victims. The Attorney General’s office and law enforcement groups supported the bill as a tool to recover losses from transnational crypto fraud, while the ACLU and public defenders argued it lowered the burden of proof, raised constitutional concerns, and could be misused against unbanked or low-level defendants. The chair nevertheless said the bill aligned with existing law for stolen property and would be recommended aye. SB 874 by Senator Weber-Pearson would strengthen oversight of Medi-Cal behavioral health treatment services, including requiring background checks for employees of providers and convening a stakeholder workgroup; it drew support from the California Association for Behavior Analysis and no opposition was heard. Later, SB 1266 by Senator Stern would change how the value of stolen copper and related infrastructure damage is calculated, aiming to address copper theft and its costs to cities and utilities. Supporters said the bill would better capture the real harm from thefts that disrupt streetlights, telecom, and emergency services, while opponents argued it would inflate charges, turn many misdemeanors into felonies, and increase court and incarceration costs. The author said he would continue discussions and accept the amendments. Senator Cervantes presented SB 1379, which would separate the Riverside County sheriff and coroner offices and create an independent medical examiner; supporters cited in-custody death concerns and conflicts of interest, while opponents said the problem was not unique to Riverside and that the bill would override local control. Cervantes also presented SB 1418 to extend ballot-custody protections to other election records and equipment after a Riverside County ballot seizure, with support from the Attorney General’s office. Finally, Senator Blakespear began presenting SB 936 on nitrous oxide misuse, describing public health, impaired-driving, and disposal concerns, but the transcript cuts off before the bill’s testimony concluded.

Transcript Highlights:

• > speed</c> voucher program.
• The program helps speed voucher program.
• They cut money for child nutrition programs. They cut money for school nutrition programs.
• :53.840><c> help</c> Nutrition Assistance Program to help Nutrition Assistance Program to help senior
• They cut money for school programs. They cut money for school nutrition<02:56:10.080><c> programs.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1012, house, all

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• </c> that invest with us uh in our programs that invest with us uh in our programs either<00:23:21.680
• And state programs like Secure Choice are really what that idea is, and it's taking hold in a program
• And state programs like everybody.
• </c> is and it's taking hold in a program is and it's taking hold in a program like<00:38:45.040><c>
• </c> extended to the Secure Choice program extended to the Secure Choice program and<00:39:42.320><c>

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• We need to work on strengthening these programs and work on making this program better, but at least
• So, the functionality of all like 13 different programs, many other programs that the money is being
• that</c><00:45:40.240><c> the</c> programs, many other programs that the programs, many other programs
• This includes children and program.
• The new program. I familiar with that? The new program.

Committee: Senate Human Services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> had been misplaced um or we can program had been misplaced um or we can program it<00:10:07.399>
• Do you program, like, how does the programming happen so that the operator not being there still means
• Do you program, like, how does the programming happen so that the operator not being there still means
• Do you program, like, how does the programming happen so that the operator not being there still means
• The ignition interlock device program is a large and extensive program.

Committee: Senate Transportation

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• Whether it's a two-year program or a four-year program and different things.
• That said, our programming is tailored to provide specialized treatment programming, not just for our
• We vet those programs.
• I just chose to write my grant around this program. ...program you wanted to start within your agency
• newest program out there.

Committee: House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> or um lack of an educational program. or um lack of an educational program.
• </c><00:43:49.119><c> and</c> year 2027 transportation program and year 2027 transportation program and
• </c><01:00:09.920><c> It</c> storm water and the rail program. It storm water and the rail program.
• It also municipal grant programs.
• </c><01:36:33.360><c> in</c> speed assistant programs in speed assistant programs in [clears throat]<

Keywords: 927, senate, all

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• </c><00:05:11.440><c> is</c> and and how well that program is and and how well that program is working
• And um while I program awards.
• </c> competitive development program competitive development program awards.<00:31:10.159><c> While</
• </c><00:36:22.079><c> have</c> most of these programs have most of these programs have affordability<
• And finally, a $5 million program.

Bills: HF2300 , HF2432 , HF2445 , HF2443 , HF2439 , HF3023 , HF1615 , HF2563

Committee: House Ways and Means

Keywords: HF2432, judiciary finance bill, public safety finance bill, corrections policy, crime victims, victim services, Minnesota victims of crime account, court fees, marriage license fee, financial crimes, fraud investigations, insurance fraud, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, BCA, Commerce Fraud Bureau, wage theft, automobile theft prevention, nonprofit security grants, 911 funding, POST Board

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> credit which was a new program credit which was a new program and<00:12:30.519><c> huge</c><00:12
• always</c> long established programs but we always long established programs but we always try<00:13:
• </c> try to get 100% you if you got a program try to get 100% you if you got a program out<00:13:05.320
• </c><01:35:26.840><c> Aid</c> government Aid and County program Aid government Aid and County program
• </c> local government Aid or County program local government Aid or County program Aid<01:40:04.360><

Committee: House Taxes

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:38:23.760><c> um</c> to is the irrigation system program um to is the irrigation system program
• It establishes the Agricultural Statistics Program in the statute and appropriates funds for the program
• It establishes the Agricultural Statistics Program in the statute and appropriates funds for the program
• </c> robust Community engagement program robust Community engagement program where<01:38:04.280><c> we
• </c> recommendations to add all the program recommendations to add all the program funding<02:25:57.560

Committee: House Agriculture & Food Systems

Keywords: 910, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• In our district, we are particularly noticing this in our summer food service program.
• alternative programming for funding for alternative programming for non-exclusionary non-exclusionary
• This model would stabilize our CIS offerings and help rural schools to sustain our programs.
• This model would stabilize our CIS offerings and help rural schools to sustain our programs.
• </c><01:17:40.679><c> by</c> destabilizing our CIS programs by destabilizing our CIS programs by leaving

Committee: Senate Education Policy

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><01:16:00.480><c> to</c> up with a decal plate uh program to up with a decal plate uh program to
• </c> in our safety programs. in our safety programs.
• </c> the transportation alternatives program. the transportation alternatives program.
• ><02:04:53.280><c> program,</c> is the federal program, is the federal program, um<02:04:55.280><c> it
• So that is programmed for 2027.

Committee: Senate Transportation

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> monitoring program. monitoring program.
• </c> a state-run program. That is not true. a state-run program. That is not true.
• </c> program that has been thoroughly vetted. program that has been thoroughly vetted.
• That's the decal program.
• </c> &gt;&gt; This is not the decal program. &gt;&gt; This is not the decal program.

Committee: House Finance

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• ,</c><00:13:16.480><c> Jim</c> addition to the scholarship program, Jim addition to the scholarship program
• ,</c> the CCP's Thousand Talents program, the CCP's Thousand Talents program, which<04:10:47.359><c>
• </c> programs and other cultural programs programs and other cultural programs that<04:16:37.319><c>
• </c> these programs to teach language. these programs to teach language.
• </c><07:50:00.558><c> Obamacare</c> trillion program. Obamacare trillion program.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 1012, house, all