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• ><c> David</c><00:27:22.360><c> told</c><00:27:23.039><c> me</c><00:27:24.039><c> Integrity</c><00:27
• /c><00:27:27.240><c> he</c><00:27:27.399><c> is</c><00:27:27.520><c> a</c><00:27:27.720><c> good</c>
• luckett's<00:27:38.159><c> impact</c><00:27:38.559><c> at</c><00:27:38.720><c> cbhs</c><00:27:39.720
• :27:49.919><c> steps</c><00:27:50.279><c> away</c><00:27:50.480><c> from</c><00:27:50.679><c> the</c>
• bubble<00:27:52.519><c> leaves</c><00:27:52.840><c> behind</c><00:27:53.279><c> not</c><00:27:53.480

Bills: HR240 , HR198 , HR1326 , HR359 , HB1534 , HR1368 , HR1350 , HR1325 , HR1318 , HR730

Keywords: resolution, death of a representative, honor, adjournment, Raul Grijalva, Raúl M. Grijalva, Arizona, House resolution, memorial resolution, condolence resolution, death of a member, adjournment in memory, tribute, obituary, congressional memorial, House of Representatives, committee funding, budget allocation, government expenditures, Congress

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• Mr.<00:27:03.560><c> Speaker,</c><00:27:04.000><c> I</c><00:27:04.080><c> would</c><00:27:04.280><c>
• :27:06.720><c> to</c><00:27:06.920><c> Lola</c><00:27:07.200><c> Van</c><00:27:07.480><c> de</c> happy
• behind<00:27:10.800><c> the</c><00:27:10.880><c> Quad</c><00:27:11.160><c> City</c><00:27:11.440><c>
• Mr.<00:27:15.320><c> Speaker,</c><00:27:15.880><c> I'd</c><00:27:16.400><c> like</c><00:27:16.640><c>
• </c><00:27:34.720><c> May</c><00:27:34.840><c> you</c><00:27:35.000><c> continue</c><00:27:35.440><c>

Bills: HR831 , HB6380 , HR528 , HB2196 , HB5729 , HB5254 , HB4294 , HB3073 , HB2294 , HB1665 , HB4284 , HB4467 , HB2709 , HB1422 , SB1884 , SB3971

Keywords: Down syndrome, awareness month, federal funding, research, advocacy, healthcare, quality of life, disabilities, Vietnam veterans, recognition, freedom, democracy, military service, Save Our Sequoias Act, giant sequoia, giant sequoias, Sequoiadendron giganteum, California forests, wildfire resilience, forest management

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• </c><00:27:22.720><c> and</c><00:27:23.120><c> uh</c><00:27:23.279><c> I</c><00:27:23.520><c> was</c>
• > in</c><00:27:24.400><c> bringing</c><00:27:24.720><c> the</c><00:27:24.880><c> state</c><00:27:25.120
• :25.600><c> as</c><00:27:25.840><c> a</c><00:27:26.000><c> partner</c><00:27:26.799><c> uh</c><00:27:
• for this project.<00:27:28.080><c> Today</c><00:27:28.320><c> I</c><00:27:28.480><c> want</c><00:27:
• and</c><00:27:49.279><c> the</c><00:27:49.520><c> many</c><00:27:50.000><c> others,</c><00:27:50.640>

Bills: HB6422 , HB3410 , HB2247 , HB6460 , HB6427 , HB5663 , HB6267 , HB6618 , HB7342 , HCR73 , HB7388 , HB6481 , HB6480 , HB2474 , HB4624

Keywords: water quality, EPA, environmental protection, coastal restoration, federal funding, supersonic flight, aviation, FAA regulations, aerospace standards, noise standards, certificates, FAA, digital access, regulations, drones, recreational use, unmanned aircraft, regulation, airspace, airport construction

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• <00:27:57.679><c> in</c><00:27:58.080><c> Social</c><00:27:58.559><c> Security</c><00:27:59.919><c> and
• We can never forget<03:27:40.960><c> what</c><03:27:41.200><c> it</c><03:27:41.439><c> meant</c><03:27
• &gt;&gt; The<03:27:47.920><c> gentleman</c><03:27:48.239><c> from</c><03:27:48.479><c> Texas</c><03:27
• The gentleman<03:27:49.840><c> from</c><03:27:50.000><c> California</c><03:27:50.399><c> is</c><03:27
• ><c> from</c><03:27:55.600><c> Ohio</c><03:27:56.000><c> has</c><03:27:56.239><c> no</c><03:27:56.479

Bills: HB1558 , HB3400 , HJR117 , HB4446 , HB3494 , HB3481 , HB2701 , HB2034 , HB3854 , HB3951 , HB3579 , HB2721 , HB3767 , HB1860 , HB2334 , HR1107 , HB3426 , HB3427 , HR452 , HB5100

Keywords: financial management, government oversight, budgeting, accountability, reporting, federal financial management, government accountability, oversight, taxpayer funds, Office of Management and Budget, OMB, Chief Financial Officer, CFO, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, internal controls, financial reporting, financial audits, governmentwide financial management plan, financial management status report, performance metrics

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• First, I want you to have of H.R. 1.
• H.R. 1 changes that.
• The provisions within H.R. 1 would...
• But then fiscal year 27 is projected to end in a negative position, which would end the 2025-27 biennium
• And by statute, the adopted 25-27 biennial budget, And by statute, the adopted 25-27 biennial budget

Summary: The committee held a work session focused first on juvenile rehabilitation system capacity. DCYF officials said the juvenile rehabilitation population is older, includes more adult-sentenced youth, and has longer lengths of stay, especially for “post-25” youth who must remain in secure facilities and cannot go to community beds. They described overcrowding at Green Hill School, placement limits at Echo Glen and Harbor Heights, staffing turnover, mental health acuity, and the need for more medium-security and specialized mental health beds. DCYF said it is pursuing a Parkland facility proposal, a staffing model decision package, and a broader feasibility study and master plan update. No votes were taken; members were asked to follow up with questions later. The committee then heard on behavioral health system capacity from the Behavioral Health Administration and the Health Care Authority. DSHS described growth in forensic and civil bed need, expansion at Olympic Heritage, Maple Lane, and Brockman, and construction of a new 350-bed forensic hospital at Western State expected to open in 2028. HCA reported progress on long-term civil commitment beds, intensive behavioral health treatment facilities, PACT teams, and intensive residential treatment teams, saying the community-based system is being expanded to support step-down care and reduce hospital reliance. Members asked about whether capacity is right-sized, the difference between facility types, and federal match eligibility for services. A federal funding update followed, covering the effects of H.R. 1 and H.R. 5371 on SNAP, Medicaid, marketplace coverage, long-term services and supports, K-12, higher education, and hemp regulation. OFM and agency staff said H.R. 1 adds work requirements, changes non-citizen eligibility, increases state administrative and benefit costs, reduces Medicaid and marketplace subsidies for some groups, tightens redeterminations, and may significantly affect provider payments and state-directed payments. H.R. 5371 extended federal funding through January 30, 2026 and included some agency appropriations and other provisions, including changes affecting hemp producers. Members asked about SNAP error rates and special enrollment periods. Finally, budget coordinator Mary Monroe gave a 2026 supplemental budget preview. She reviewed the state’s near general fund outlook, noting revenue declines since the enacted budget, the effect of reversions, and a preliminary maintenance-level outlook showing a projected increase in NGFO spending over the four-year period. She said the supplemental will reflect updated caseload and cost forecasts and mandatory impacts from H.R. 1, but not policy proposals. No actions or votes were taken during the session.

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• <04:27:26.560><c> Program</c><04:27:27.040><c> Extension</c><04:27:27.520><c> Act</c><04:27:27.760><c
• The<04:27:30.080><c> TSA</c><04:27:30.640><c> Reimburseable</c><04:27:31.520><c> Screening</c><04:27:
• .<05:27:02.000><c> And</c><05:27:02.240><c> with</c><05:27:02.480><c> that,</c><05:27:02.638><c> I'll
• &gt;&gt; Very<05:27:16.798><c> simply,</c><05:27:17.280><c> thank</c><05:27:17.440><c> you</c><05:27:
• I look forward<05:27:19.920><c> what</c><05:27:20.160><c> I</c><05:27:20.320><c> hope</c><05:27:20.480

Bills: HB8897 , HB3106 , HR1398 , HB8738 , HB3535 , HB7574 , HB8535 , HB8168 , HB9388 , HB9391 , HB8874 , HB9328 , HB8770 , HB7809 , HB6332

Keywords: FEC, Federal Election Commission, campaign finance, electioneering communications, political committees, electronic filing, e-filing, disclosure reports, campaign reporting, disbursements, checkless payments, payment methods, administrative reform, election law, FECA, 52 U.S.C. 30104, 52 U.S.C. 30102, campaign administration, political spending, Department of Homeland Security

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• Mr.<00:27:27.760><c> Speaker,</c><00:27:28.159><c> they</c><00:27:28.400><c> fight</c><00:27:28.640><
• Now, it's<00:27:30.000><c> our</c><00:27:30.400><c> turn</c><00:27:30.640><c> to</c><00:27:30.880><c>
• Um, I urge<00:27:32.240><c> my</c><00:27:32.400><c> colleagues</c><00:27:32.799><c> to</c><00:27:33.039
• :27:04.560><c> as</c><03:27:04.800><c> chairman</c><03:27:05.200><c> Bost,</c><03:27:05.600><c> the</
• Unlike many<03:27:25.439><c> others</c><03:27:25.680><c> in</c><03:27:25.920><c> Congress,</c><03:27:

Bills: HB3351 , HB3095 , HB1450 , HB1716 , HB1764 , HB3395 , HB2384 , HB3357 , HB3339 , HB1469 , HB3343 , HB3382 , HR1043 , HR131 , HR183 , HR672 , HB2625 , HB2170 , SB201 , SB423

Keywords: small business, capital formation, financial regulation, Securities Exchange Act, Paperwork Reduction Act, ZIP Code, postal service, community designation, local governance, postal infrastructure, OFAC, Office of Foreign Assets Control, sanctions, licensing, investigators, private sector firms, nominal transactions, financial transactions, pilot program, FinCEN

Transcript Highlights:

• H.R. 1 provisions, you can see a list of them here.
• H.R. 1 changes that.
• H.R. 1 also includes funding for rural health.
• So H.R. 5371...
• But then fiscal year 27 is projected to end in a negative position, which would end the 2025-27 biennium

Committee: House Appropriations

Summary: The House Appropriations Committee held a work session covering juvenile rehabilitation system capacity, behavioral health capacity, federal funding changes, and a 2026 budget overview. DCYF officials said the juvenile rehabilitation population is older, includes more adult-sentenced youth and post-25 residents, and is projected to keep growing, creating crowding at Green Hill School and placement limits across the system. They described safe operating capacity concerns, staffing turnover, mental health acuity, and the need for additional medium-security and specialized mental health beds, including a proposed Parkland facility and continued development of Harbor Heights. Committee members were told to follow up separately with questions, and the presentation moved on due to time. Behavioral health officials from DSHS and HCA then reviewed forensic and civil capacity. DSHS described expanding state hospital and civil treatment capacity through Olympic Heritage, Maple Lane, Brockman Campus, and a new 350-bed forensic hospital at Western State, while noting ongoing construction, staffing, and funding issues. HCA outlined its strategy to move long-term civil commitment care into community settings through contracted long-term civil commitment beds, intensive behavioral health treatment facilities, PACT teams, and intensive residential treatment teams. Members asked about out-of-state placements, Medicaid funding, and the differences among facility types; officials said the goal is to right-size inpatient capacity while expanding community-based supports. OFM then presented an update on federal funding and the effects of H.R. 1 and H.R. 5371. Agency staff said H.R. 1 would tighten SNAP work requirements, reduce exemptions, shift some lawful immigrants to state-funded food assistance, increase state administrative and benefit costs, and affect Medicaid eligibility, redeterminations, cost sharing, and state-directed payments. HCA estimated major Medicaid caseload reductions and significant future fiscal impacts, while OFM also noted marketplace subsidy changes and higher education and K-12 downstream effects. H.R. 5371 was described as a short-term federal funding extension through January 30, 2026, with some full-year appropriations and a change affecting hemp producers. Finally, Mary Monroe gave a 2026 supplemental budget preview, citing declining NGFO revenue forecasts, reversions, vetoes, and the added uncertainty from H.R. 1, with the projected ending fund balance moving from positive amounts to a negative outlook over the four-year period.

Transcript Highlights:

• How would you describe the impacts of H.R. 1 to your area and your programs?
• First off, for fiscal year 2026-27 costs for the governor's proposed 2026-27 budget for social services
• You may be referring to the H.R. 1 provision related to admin dollars.
• In 2026-27, the consequences are going to be real following that year.
• As the H.R. 1 impacts continue to hit local communities, these... County.

Summary: The Budget Subcommittee on Health and Human Services heard a series of budget items focused first on the California Department of Aging and then on the Department of Social Services. For Aging, the director reported the state is at the midpoint of the Master Plan for Aging, with about 300 initiatives launched and roughly three-quarters completed, nearly $1 billion invested, and expanded local planning, research, and stakeholder engagement. The committee also discussed HICAP modernization, which would add ongoing funding from the Special HICAP Fund to expand Medicare counseling capacity, and senior meal programs, including support for virtual congregate/to-go meals and the use of prior one-time nutrition investments. The chair raised concerns about federal H.R. 1 and its downstream effects on older adults, food assistance, and other safety-net programs, and the department said its direct budget was not affected but that other programs serving older adults could be under pressure. The committee then reviewed multiple CDSS proposals. These included implementing the federal Medicaid Access Rule by creating a statewide grievance process and critical incident reporting system for IHSS and other home- and community-based services; housing and homelessness programs such as CalWORKs Housing Support, Housing and Disability Advocacy, Home Safe, and Bringing Families Home, where the department described strong outcomes but warned that one-time funding is expiring and services are scaling back; and permanent position authority for the Housing and Homelessness Division. Members also heard about the facility management system modernization for Community Care Licensing, home care services branch solvency and regulation work, child care centers in multifamily housing, the Seizure Emergency Response Act, licensing during emergencies and disasters, the Family Preparedness Plan Act, and social services automation projects including CalSAWS, the enterprise data pipeline, and CalWORKs child support notices. The LAO and Department of Finance generally had no additional comments or were still reviewing several requests. A notable exchange occurred on the Community Care Licensing item, where Senator Grove pressed the department about the Autumn Oaks facility in Tulare County, citing dozens of complaints and severe conditions affecting seniors. The department said it had worked with the county and ombudsman on relocation, was reviewing what went wrong, and had authority to pursue administrative action even after a license surrender. The hearing ended with a stakeholder presentation from the California Association of Area Agencies on Aging supporting a $62.3 million Older Californians Act request, followed by public comment from advocates for housing, Meals on Wheels, HICAP, Home Safe, and H-DAP. The subcommittee adjourned without taking votes, and all items were held open.

Transcript Highlights:

• How would you describe the impacts of H.R. 1 to your area and your programs?
• First off, for fiscal year 2026-27 costs for the Governor's proposed 2026-27 budget for social services
• You may be referring to the H.R. 1 provision related to admin dollars.
• In 2026-27, the consequences are going to be real following that year.
• As the H.R. 1 impacts continue to hit local communities, these... County.

Summary: The Budget Subcommittee on Health and Human Services heard an overview from the California Department of Aging on the state’s Master Plan for Aging, including progress at the five-year midpoint, local aging and disability action plans, HCBS gap analysis, workforce work, and stakeholder engagement. The Legislative Analyst’s Office noted the department’s budget was relatively flat but flagged federal H.R. 1 pressure on nutrition-related programs. Members discussed how H.R. 1 and broader federal and state budget pressures could affect older adults through other programs, even where the Department of Aging itself had no direct cut. The committee also heard a stakeholder request from the California Association of Area Agencies on Aging for $62.3 million to support Older Californians Act services, with Finance cautioning that any added ongoing spending would worsen out-year deficits. The committee then reviewed several Department of Aging proposals, including HICAP modernization to add paid counselors and reduce reliance on volunteers, and senior meal program oversight for virtual congregate/to-go meals under AB 1476. Members also discussed the status of area agencies on aging in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties, including a new RFP process in the Central Coast and the need to protect service continuity during transitions. Finance clarified that remaining modernizing Older Californians Act nutrition funds can still be used through June 2029. The Department of Social Services presented a series of items. These included new federal Medicaid Access Rule implementation for IHSS grievance and critical incident systems; housing and homelessness programs for CalWORKs Housing Support, HDAP, Home Safe, and Bringing Families Home, with testimony that one-time funds are expiring and service levels will likely decline; permanent position authority for housing and homelessness administration; a facility management system to replace aging licensing systems; home care services branch solvency and regulations; child care centers in multifamily housing; the Seizure Emergency Response Act; licensing during emergencies and disasters; and the Family Preparedness Plan Act. The committee also heard a detailed exchange about the Autumn Oaks facility in Tulare County, where Senator Grove raised concerns about 53 complaints and the handling of unsafe conditions; CDSS said it is reviewing the matter and has authority to take administrative action even after a license surrender. No votes were taken, and items were held open.

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• obesity was<02:27:14.720><c> good,</c><02:27:15.520><c> it</c><02:27:15.840><c> its</c><02:27:16.319>
• /c><02:27:18.720><c> been</c><02:27:18.800><c> misguided</c><02:27:19.439><c> and</c><02:27:19.680><c
• </c><02:27:29.439><c> The</c><02:27:29.680><c> beverage</c><02:27:30.000><c> is</c><02:27:30.319><c>
• </c><02:27:33.600><c> processed</c><02:27:34.160><c> type</c><02:27:34.399><c> of</c><02:27:34.640><c

Bills: HB3187 , SB284 , HB2400 , HR1098 , HB3872 , HB3176 , HB3620 , HB2815 , SB2878 , HR1045 , HR972 , HB2876 , HB3962 , HB4183 , SB216 , HR923 , HB5457 , HB5810 , SB222

Keywords: Perry County Arkansas, Perryville, Forest Service land, federal land conveyance, quitclaim deed, public purpose, education, youth development, land transfer, property disposal, reversion clause, CERCLA, environmental liability, historic preservation, National Historic Preservation Act, USDA, federal property, county government, public use, surplus land

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• through these roles<00:27:26.080><c> as</c><00:27:26.320><c> well</c><00:27:26.480><c> as</c><00:27:
• 27:33.279><c> a</c><00:27:33.520><c> crisis</c><00:27:33.919><c> career</c><00:27:35.279><c> to</c><00
• </c><00:27:36.799><c> Chief</c><00:27:37.120><c> Chief</c><00:27:37.440><c> Bergstrom</c><00:27:38.000
• role</c><00:27:55.679><c> have</c><00:27:55.919><c> made</c><00:27:56.080><c> him</c><00:27:56.240><c
• </c><03:27:11.680><c> when</c><03:27:12.000><c> the</c><03:27:12.239><c> agency</c><03:27:13.359><c>

Bills: HR1299 , HB5317 , HB4544 , HB3234 , HB1993 , HB3726 , HB2954 , SB2393 , HB3482 , HR1352 , HB4684 , HB2252 , HB6506 , HB7432 , SB4530

Keywords: housing, affordable housing, homeownership, rental assistance, HUD, Department of Housing and Urban Development, zoning reform, land use, building codes, single-stair buildings, point-access block, infill development, housing supply, housing affordability, HOME Investment Partnerships, CDBG, Community Development Block Grant, FHA, Federal Housing Administration, small-dollar mortgage

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• Without adequate resources, H.R. 1, Without adequate resources, H.R. 1 will increase staff workload,
• The 2026-27 Governor's Budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• The 2026-27 Governor's Budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• The 2026-27 Governor's Budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• What happens on October 27?

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• Meanwhile, Mexico<00:27:07.120><c> has</c><00:27:07.279><c> allowed</c><00:27:07.600><c> a</c><00:27:
• environmental<00:27:19.200><c> claims</c><00:27:19.520><c> to</c><00:27:19.679><c> do</c><00:27:19.840
• In<00:27:26.799><c> fact,</c><00:27:27.039><c> for</c><00:27:27.200><c> four</c><00:27:27.440><c> years
• c> by</c><00:27:39.120><c> Mexico</c><00:27:39.600><c> against</c><00:27:39.840><c> an</c><00:27:40.080
• </c><00:27:46.480><c> Now,</c><00:27:47.200><c> my</c><00:27:47.440><c> colleagues</c><00:27:47.840><

Bills: HB7147 , HR1142

Keywords: appropriations, fiscal year, budget, consolidated spending, government funding, consolidated funding, government spending

Transcript Highlights:

• H.R. 1 also reduces retroactive coverage for Medi-Cal.
• Without adequate resources, H.R. 1, Without adequate resources, H.R. 1 will increase staff workload,
• The 2026-27 Governor's budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• The 2026-27 Governor's budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• It's kind of everything but H.R. 1.

Summary: The subcommittee heard an extended briefing on the impacts of H.R. 1 on Medi-Cal and CalFresh, followed by testimony from the Legislative Analyst’s Office and county officials. DHCS described major Medi-Cal changes in H.R. 1, including work/community engagement requirements, six-month redeterminations, reduced federal matching for some emergency services, narrower immigrant eligibility, reduced retroactive coverage, and limits on provider taxes and directed payments. CDSS outlined CalFresh changes, especially the expanded able-bodied adults without dependents time limit, reduced exemptions and waivers, and the new federal-state-county administrative cost split. Both departments emphasized implementation plans, automation, outreach, and county coordination, while acknowledging significant expected coverage losses and administrative burden. The LAO and an independent policy expert discussed how H.R. 1 could increase demand on county indigent care systems and public hospitals as people lose Medi-Cal. They reviewed the history of county indigent care, 1991 realignment, and AB 85, explaining that counties already rely on a patchwork of funding and that current realignment revenues are often used for public health rather than indigent care. They warned that counties may face large increases in uninsured residents, with wide variation in how counties respond, and raised concerns about equity, financing, and whether a more standardized state-county program should be created. Committee members pressed witnesses on county funding, exemptions, homelessness, older adults, undocumented residents, and the effect of administrative burden versus true ineligibility. County representatives from Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Tulare, and San Bernardino described the expected local impacts and asked for additional state support. They said H.R. 1 would drive major losses in Medi-Cal and CalFresh enrollment, increase uncompensated care, strain eligibility staff, and worsen homelessness and food insecurity. Several counties urged the Legislature to fund eligibility workers, preserve enrollment, and consider a CalFresh match waiver; Santa Clara and San Bernardino also cited local tax measures and staffing reductions already underway. No formal vote or committee action was taken in the portion provided.

Transcript Highlights:

• First off, for fiscal year 26-27 costs for the governor's proposed 2026-27 budget for social services
• H.R.1 impacts. Let me ask my colleague if she has any questions or comments.
• H.R.1 impacts. Let me ask my colleague if she has any questions or comments.
• You may be referring to the H.R. 1 provision related to admin dollars.
• In 2026-27, the consequences are going to be real following that year.

Transcript Highlights:

• Without adequate resources, H.R. 1, Without adequate resources, H.R. 1 will increase staff workload,
• The 2026-27 Governor's budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• The 2026-27 Governor's budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• The 2026-27 Governor's budget proposes $17.2 billion total funds in 2026-27 for CalFresh and nutrition
• It's kind of everything but H.R. 1.

Summary: The Budget Subcommittee on Health and Human Services heard an overview of the expected California budget and program impacts from H.R. 1, including changes to Medi-Cal and CalFresh eligibility, redeterminations, work requirements, immigration-related coverage rules, retroactive coverage limits, and reductions in federal matching for certain services and provider financing mechanisms. DHCS and CDSS described implementation plans focused on automation, data matching, clearer communications, county training, and outreach, while noting that many federal details are still pending. The Legislative Analyst’s Office also reviewed how H.R. 1 could increase pressure on county indigent care systems, explaining the history of county responsibility under Section 17000, 1991 realignment, and AB 85, and warning that counties may face large increases in uninsured residents seeking care without corresponding funding flexibility. An independent policy expert urged consideration of a more standardized statewide approach to indigent care and raised questions about governance, benefits, and financing. Department witnesses estimated substantial coverage losses and fiscal effects: DHCS projected major Medi-Cal disenrollment tied to work requirements, six-month renewals, narrowed immigrant eligibility, and reduced retroactive coverage, while CDSS estimated large CalFresh benefit losses and a significant increase in administrative workload and payment accuracy pressure. Members questioned how exemptions would work for older adults, people experiencing homelessness, undocumented residents, and cash workers, and asked about the effect on the CalFresh Minimum Nutrition Benefit Pilot and on county administrative funding. Officials said they would use available data and self-attestation where possible, but acknowledged that many cases would require manual screening and that the county workload estimates remain in dispute. They also said the state is still evaluating the impact of H.R. 1 on provider taxes and state-directed payments, which could create additional budget pressure. County representatives from Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Tulare, and San Bernardino described major local consequences if H.R. 1 is implemented as written. They warned of higher uninsured rates, more strain on emergency rooms and public hospitals, increased homelessness and food insecurity, and a likely need to rebuild or expand county indigent care programs that were largely scaled back after the ACA. Counties said they are already freezing hiring, cutting positions, reducing overtime, deferring spending, and launching outreach and coordination efforts with managed care plans and community partners, but argued that these steps are not enough without additional state support. Several counties backed the California County Welfare Directors Association’s request for $373 million in General Fund support for eligibility work and asked for a CalFresh match waiver to soften the new county share of administrative costs; Los Angeles and Santa Clara also emphasized that their local revenue measures would not close the projected gaps. No votes or formal actions were taken in the portion provided.

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• Union Calendar Number 70, H.R. 27, a bill to amend Title 38, United States Code, to make permanent the
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• </c><04:27:26.800><c> I</c><04:27:27.120><c> ask</c><04:27:27.359><c> all</c><04:27:27.520><c> my</c>

Bills: HR1286 , HR1263 , HB1578 , HR1364 , HB2201 , HB1823 , HB1815 , HR1147 , HR217 , HB1701 , HB1453 , HR1223

Keywords: trade policy, tariffs, trade enforcement, workers rights, labor standards, environmental standards, Buy America, domestic content, offshoring, manufacturing jobs, factory closures, family farmers, small business, supply chains, dumping, countervailing duties, antidumping, trade agreements, USMCA, investor-state dispute settlement

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• You also asked about H.R. 1 impact estimates.
• Taken together, H.R. 1 results in more Californians...
• would have been under pre-H.R. 1 rules.
• So there's a total proposed of $38 million in 2026-27.”
• H.R. 1 impacts on IHSS related to qualified non-citizens.

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• &gt;&gt; Mr.<04:27:07.760><c> Speaker,</c><04:27:08.239><c> I</c><04:27:08.479><c> support</c><04:27:
• well.<04:27:11.840><c> And</c><04:27:12.000><c> with</c><04:27:12.159><c> that,</c><04:27:12.319><c>
• is</c><04:27:25.600><c> not</c><04:27:25.840><c> a</c><04:27:26.080><c> relic</c><04:27:26.399><c> of
• <04:27:37.439><c> and</c><04:27:37.600><c> with</c><04:27:37.760><c> all</c><04:27:37.920><c> those</

Bills: HB8428 , HB8466 , HB5248 , HB6338 , HB7668 , HB8665 , HB7037 , HB6230 , HB6297 , HB1744 , HB3429 , HB2505 , HB6028 , HR428 , HB8107 , HB8340 , HB8467 , HB6916 , HB8463

Keywords: fraud prevention, improper payments, anti-fraud training, government oversight, federal program administration, grants management, internal controls, waste and abuse, Treasury Department, Office of Management and Budget, Office of Personnel Management, GAO fraud framework, OMB Circular A-123, Do Not Pay, data analytics, payment integrity, state and local governments, tribal governments, federal grants, program integrity