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Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Twenty Two - Tuesday, February 17 -Morning Session-
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- during a time when opportunities for Black women in higher education were limited and often discouraged
- Members believe that education was not only a tool for personal advancement, but a powerful means to
- They also lead educators in higher education, P-12, and other policy settings.
- Louis Education Fund and I would like to introduce to the body two leaders from the St.
- Joining us today are two individuals who personally understand the value of high-quality education.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Twenty Two - Tuesday, February 17 -Morning Session-
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- during a time when opportunities for Black women in higher education were limited and often discouraged
- Members believe that education was not only a tool for personal advancement, but a powerful means to
- The ELPA program serves students at the bachelor's, master's, and doctorate levels, and they educate
- They also lead educators in higher education, P-12, and other policy settings.
- Joining us today are two individuals who personally understand the value of high-quality education.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and approval of the House Journal by roll call vote, 126-0. Members then offered several points of personal privilege and introductions, including recognition of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, a tribute and moment of silence for the late Reverend Jesse Jackson, and greetings to various visiting groups such as manufacturers, FFA students, university graduate students, and the Lewis and Clark Fife and Drum Corps for an America 250 event.
The chamber then moved through first reading of several bills and took up multiple measures for perfection and printing. House Bill 2596, dealing with multiple employer self-insured health plans for small businesses, received supportive testimony from members who said it would help small employers recruit and retain workers and modernize outdated law; it was adopted and ordered perfected and printed. House Bill 1644, establishing a franchise-specific joint employer standard, drew extensive debate over liability, franchisor control, and whether it would protect small franchise businesses without limiting legitimate claims; it was also adopted and ordered perfected and printed. House Bill 2423, updating consumer credit licensing fees for the fee-funded Division of Finance, was presented as a way to keep the agency self-funded and maintain consumer protection staffing, and it too was ordered perfected and printed.
The House also considered House Bill 2641, which would regulate intoxicating hemp products and align state law with federal changes set to take effect on November 12, 2026. The bill’s sponsor said it was intended to protect children, provide clarity, and create a coordinated enforcement framework, while opponents argued it was unconstitutional because it would effectively reclassify hemp products under the marijuana framework in Article 14 of the Missouri Constitution and could harm lawful hemp businesses. An amendment and a technical amendment were adopted, and the bill was then adopted and perfected and printed as amended. The House later announced committee meetings and other notices before voting to recess until 2 p.m.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Feb 15th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Research shows that prior to the shaken baby syndrome prevention education being required statewide,
- Without funding, DOH, who oversees the program, is unable to prioritize this educational update.
- Here with me, if we do have any questions, we do have a representative from Future Focused Education.
- , as well as career pathways education in public schools. ...continuing CTE education, as well as career
- pathways education in public schools.
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bill 97, which would appropriate funding to the Department of Health for updated shaken baby syndrome, now called abusive head trauma, prevention training and educational materials, including baby models used in demonstrations. Testimony from the sponsor and the New Mexico Injury and Violence Prevention Coalition supported the bill and emphasized that the materials had not been updated since 2016. Members noted the budget already included about $167,000 for this purpose, and the bill was tabled without opposition.
The committee then heard House Bill 280, creating a Youth Internship Pilot Project to support paid internships for youth as a workforce development tool. Supporters from New Mexico Voices for Children said the bill would provide mentorship and relevant work-based learning, while members questioned what occupations would qualify, whether the program would focus on trades and high-demand jobs, and how schools, employers, and Workforce Solutions would participate. The bill was tabled, with Representatives Duncan and Pettigrew recorded in opposition.
The main item of the meeting was House Bill 151, as substituted by the House Appropriations and Finance Committee. The bill would create a compensation fund and commission for survivors of childhood sexual abuse involving public entities, while also allowing a three-year lookback window for claims and preserving private civil claims for private entities. The sponsor explained that the substitute removed a forward-looking statute-of-limitations change, set a $700,000 cap tied to the Tort Claims Act, used an administrative eligibility process with a "more likely than not" standard, and included reporting, confidentiality, and referral provisions. Supporters described the measure as a survivor-centered way to provide compensation while limiting state exposure, but members raised concerns about attorney fees, fund solvency, private versus public liability, rural impacts, and whether the state should pay for claims involving public institutions. After public testimony in support, the committee adopted the substitute but then voted on the bill itself and ended in an 8-8 tie, so the measure remained in committee and was not advanced.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jan 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So I get to talk to you about civics and civics education, something I am extremely passionate about,
- Our founders of our country really talked about how not only just education, but civics education is
- Civics education is the way we will maintain the Republic.
- You know, we look at our nation's NAEP scores around civics education.
- So taking this document on tour around the state to help educate, to help people learn about America's
Summary:
The committee first approved the October 21, 2025 minutes and then approved the December 19, 2025 minutes after discussing a disputed reference to a motion involving Jane Pradaki’s contract. Members clarified that the prior arrangement had been a six-month contract and that the new intent was to narrow the work to hourly, as-needed support tied to approved projects. After debate over scope, accountability, and whether the work should be competitively bid, the committee adopted a revised motion retaining Pradaki at $125 per hour, not to exceed $8,600 per month, to help with approved projects by the committee chairs.
Members then received a financial update on America 250, including the commemorative fund balance and grant program status. Staff reported 74 grant applications, 41 approved to date, 22 under scoring review, and roughly $148,000 remaining in the Celebration Fund after more than $100,000 had been awarded. The committee later approved a slate of grant disbursements to multiple counties and cities, including Bingham, Bonneville, Kootenai, Latah, Lincoln, Twin Falls, and several municipalities.
The bulk of the meeting focused on America 250 programming and outreach. Updates covered the Foundations of Freedom Tour, a proposed July 4 celebration at the Capitol and Andrus Park with a parade, stage performances, food vendors, and a rotunda exhibit featuring the Declaration of Independence; the Liberty Bell’s planned return and possible statewide tour; ambassador and service initiatives; and the Institute for Advancing American Values’ civics curriculum and “Reading the Republic” materials. Additional reports highlighted national America 250 efforts, state museum exhibitions, oral history collection, and Idaho Parks and Recreation’s commemorative events and volunteer programs. The committee also extended $30,000 in spending authority for ambassador programs and scheduled its next meeting for the afternoon of February 5, with members emphasizing the need to finalize event planning soon.
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jan 19th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- So I get to talk to you about civics and civics education, something I am extremely passionate about,
- Our founders of our country really talked about how not only just education, but civics education is
- And that is just... ...civics education is the way we will maintain the republic.
- You know, we look at our nation's NAEP scores around civics education.
- So taking this document on tour around the state to help educate, to help people learn about America's
Summary:
The committee approved minutes from October 21, 2025, and after discussion and a recorded no vote from Treasurer Ellsworth, also approved the December 19, 2025 minutes. Members then received an America 250 financial update showing commemorative fund balances, grant spending, and remaining unobligated funds, followed by a subcommittee discussion about Jane Palacki’s contract. The committee clarified and then approved a motion to retain her on an as-needed basis at $125 per hour, not to exceed $8,600 per month, to help with approved projects by the committee chairs.
Updates were provided on several America 250 initiatives. Secretary McGrane and Treasurer Ellsworth discussed Celebration Fund grants, the Foundations of Freedom Tour, and a proposed July 4th Capitol celebration tied to the Boise parade, with stages, exhibits, vendors, and performances planned around the Capitol grounds and rotunda. Treasurer Ellsworth also reported on ambassador programs, the Liberty Bell, flags, quilts, the Heritage Fountain, and a service challenge, and the committee extended $30,000 in spending authority for ambassador programs. The committee later approved grant disbursements for multiple counties and cities.
The Institute for Advancing American Values presented a civics curriculum initiative with the State Board of Education and a public-facing “Reading the Republic” project using founding documents and student video responses. The America 250 State Agency Task Force reported on museum exhibits, an Initial Point event, and the Their Story oral-history effort. National updates covered America’s Field Trip, America Gives, federal merchandise and story-capture efforts, and a national time capsule. Idaho Parks and Recreation described America 250-related events at state parks, the Move 250 challenge, and volunteer tracking, emphasizing that it was using existing resources rather than requesting committee funding. The committee set its next meeting for February 5 and adjourned after noting written testimony from David Johnson.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
October 8, 2025 - 08:30 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- I mean, it is a great question, and I never want to educate the bad guys. Thank you.
- I mean, it is a great question, and I never want to educate the bad guys.
- More education is always helpful.
- I've got a great education... Thank you very much, Chair.
- I've got a great education today, so I appreciate it. Just a couple of quick questions for you.
Summary:
The Government Operations Subcommittee met to hear a lengthy presentation from Secretary of State Cord Byrd on Florida election administration, with a focus on how elections are handled during natural disasters, election security, and preparations for the 2026 cycle. Byrd described Florida’s response to hurricanes in 2022 and 2024, saying the state works directly with county supervisors of elections to tailor executive orders to local conditions, add or relocate polling sites, extend deadlines, and help displaced voters and emergency workers cast ballots. Members from affected areas echoed that local supervisors had managed storm disruptions well and that turnout remained strong despite major damage.
A large portion of the meeting covered election integrity and security. Byrd emphasized Florida’s use of paper ballots, pre-election logic and accuracy testing, post-election audits, public canvassing, standardized voter-intent rules, and strict vote-by-mail request and signature-match requirements. He said the Department of State’s Office of Election Crimes and Security investigates complaints and refers matters to law enforcement, and that Florida has expanded access to the federal SAVE database to verify citizenship. Members asked about threats to election workers, staffing vacancies, cybersecurity, ballot design, vote-by-mail address changes, and how the state coordinates with county supervisors, emergency management, and other agencies.
Several members raised questions about voter eligibility and returning citizens, and Byrd said the department provides free information to help people determine whether their rights have been restored, while noting that court and clerk reporting practices still create challenges. He also said the department is considering additional legislative proposals, including more safeguards tied to driver’s license and citizenship verification and a possible statewide 100% audit of races before certification. The meeting ended with the chair encouraging members to visit supervisors of elections offices and submit specific ideas for future elections legislation; no votes were taken and the committee adjourned.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- and a recognized occupation, the inmate can also apply this work-life experience to occupational education
- Uh, the Sunset Commission reviewed the Windham School District, which provides educational programs and
- Third, to codify the post-secondary Education advisory board to support these efforts further.
- And then lastly, to codify key parole-related provisions for the post-secondary education reimbursement
- In addition, of the 23,500 inmates that were released, uh, who participate in educational programming
Bills:
HB153
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on Climate Crisis, Resources, Energy, and Transportation Apr 2nd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- We do want to note that CDE does not administer funding intended for post-secondary or higher education
- Across the food system, Track One, the K-12 Procurement and Education Track, funds individual schools
- Track Three is the Farm to Early Care and Education Track, which is basically the same as K-12, but for
- Federal programs that are focused on local foods for schools and hands-on food education have been cut
- Work to see if we can achieve that goal of co-management, like an educational kind of visitor-serving
DE
Delaware 2025-2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Legislative Session - Session 2 - 41st Legislative Day Jun 25th, 2026
Delaware House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- I mean, she's head of Joint Finance, the Education Committee.
- system, particularly in the area of special education.
- No child is considered non-educable. No child is considered non-educable because of you.
- You've done so much for education. You care.
- So that's why... ...which the former bill that I had in Education would.
Summary:
The House convened with Girl State participants presiding for part of the session, including introductions of the student leadership and a unanimous voice vote passing House Concurrent Resolution 152 honoring the young women participating in Delaware Girl State. The chamber also welcomed congressional interns and other guests, accepted the prior day’s minutes, and observed a moment of silence for Nathan Cynix and Kara Feeley before prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance.
A major portion of the meeting was devoted to tributes for Representative Ron Gray, who was recognized for his 14 years of service and his work on issues such as bond bills, dredging, bike paths, small business, constituent service, and agriculture-related funding. Multiple members from both parties praised his humor, honesty, mentorship, and dedication to the House and his district. Gray responded with extended remarks reflecting on his family legacy, legislative service, and appreciation for colleagues and staff, and the chamber later sang “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” at his request.
The House then received communications, including Senate messages returning several bills and informing the chamber of Senate passage of additional measures. Members were also told that the FY27 bond bill, House Bill 500, had been placed on desks as a gift for review. The House read in Consent Agenda S, which included House Bill 476, House Joint Resolution 13, Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 168, Senate Bill 297, Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 319, and Senate Joint Resolution 21, and began a roll call vote on the consent agenda.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- My background is in education.
- And I love the educational piece; I think is huge.
- But the educational piece is so key. That is so important.
- I love the education piece around it.
- maybe the thought of expanding that education just to hear into our education facilities, into our schools
Summary:
The committee first met in executive session and voted House Bill 2309, Representative Jones’ Oregon Harvesting bill, do pass by a vote of 13 ayes and no nays. The committee then moved to public testimony on House Bill 1881, which would schedule xylazine as a controlled substance. Representative Bill Allen said the bill is intended to address xylazine’s role in fentanyl-related overdoses, improve tracking and enforcement, and preserve legitimate veterinary use through carve-outs. A veterinarian from the University of Missouri testified in support, emphasizing xylazine’s long-standing and safe veterinary use and the need to protect agricultural practice while targeting illicit diversion. No opposition was presented, and testimony on the bill concluded.
The committee then heard House Bill 1855, which would add alpha-gal syndrome to Missouri’s reportable conditions and create a reporting/surveillance framework. Sponsor Representative Matthew Overcast said the bill was revised to shift reporting from providers to private labs, create a standalone non-communicable disease reporting section, and support data collection for prevalence, education, and federal funding opportunities. Supporters included a lobbyist for the AlphaGal Alliance, a University of Missouri dermatologist/researcher, Extension staff, cattle industry representatives, and multiple patients and family members who described severe dietary restrictions, anxiety, school and work impacts, and the need for better public awareness and treatment research. Opponents argued the bill’s language would expand DHSS authority too broadly, especially the provision allowing the department to designate and enforce rules for noncommunicable diseases, and suggested narrowing the bill and adding opt-in protections. No vote was taken.
Finally, the committee began hearing House Bill 2355, Representative Holly Jones’ “food as medicine” bill. Jones argued that nutrition should be treated as a public health intervention and described medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions, and nutrition counseling as tools that can improve outcomes and reduce costs. In questions, members raised concerns about how the proposal would interact with existing food assistance programs such as SNAP, WIC, school meals, and other federal nutrition benefits, and whether the bill would create a new entitlement or duplicate existing aid. The hearing on HB 2355 was still in progress when the transcript ended.
HI
Transcript Highlights:
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- You know, we do a lot of special education cases. We monitor facilities.
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Summary:
The Committee on Health and Human Services held an informational briefing on the Developmental Disabilities Council and related agencies. The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities outlined its 2025 legislative priorities, including a pilot project for guardian ad litem and capacity evaluations in guardianship/conservatorship cases, a supported decision-making bill, a health disparities study for people with disabilities, an ABLE savings outreach/staffing measure, a Medicaid buy-in proposal, an adult changing tables equity bill, and a resolution on fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Council representatives emphasized that supported decision-making would complement tools like powers of attorney and medical releases, and that the health disparities study would help identify unmet needs by ZIP code and improve state data on the intellectual and developmental disability population.
The Center on Disability Studies at the University of Hawaii described its role as the research and training arm within the DD system, working with the DD Council and the Hawaii Disability Rights Center. It reported activities such as interdisciplinary training, community education, technical assistance, research collaborations, the Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity, publications, telehealth, ECHO Autism, and counseling for Maui fire survivors. The center said it leveraged about $16 million in outside funding last year and highlighted goals focused on workforce development, community capacity, research with direct participation from people with disabilities, and accessible dissemination of information.
The Hawaii Disability Rights Center, the state’s protection and advocacy agency, supported the Council’s priorities, especially supported decision-making, which it said could help some people avoid guardianship while preserving liberty and reducing state resource use. The center also raised concerns about the DD system budget and urged legislators to review whether the Developmental Disabilities Division is requesting enough funding, noting possible backsliding in services and eligibility. The Developmental Disabilities Division of the Department of Health then outlined its statewide waiver program serving just over 3,500 people, its service array, and its budget request for increased waiver funding, a federal initiatives coordinator, and IT upgrades to comply with the new HCBS access rule; no votes or formal actions were taken during the briefing.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Debate on bill to bar transgender athletes from girls sports 3/3/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy Committee 2/27/25
Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Jeremy Schmidt said that reducing support services, scaling back educational programs, and all of which
- </c> Traditions developing educational Traditions developing educational materials<01:01:54.039><c> on
- I am an independent foraging educator.
- And like any new laws that are new, there's a big educational piece that comes along with it, whether
- </c><01:36:27.159><c> the</c> frame that we need to help educate the frame that we need to help educate
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- Minnesota Department of Education.
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- Autism is not a joke; it's a 24/7 issue. educated and our children cannot have educated and our children
- </c> and dis how it affects her education and dis how it affects her education right<00:45:52.200><c>
- </c> remember through my entire K12 education remember through my entire K12 education one<01:29:40.520
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Commerce and Consumer Affairs (01/07/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
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- people and provide education.
- </c> audience that needs Financial education audience that needs Financial education I<01:39:57.840><
- It also ties into our education.
- is education.
Summary:
The meeting began with introductory remarks for new and returning members of the House Commerce Committee, led by Chairman John Hunt. Members briefly introduced themselves and their backgrounds, and several noted the committee’s bipartisan, collegial tone. Hunt explained the committee’s structure and traditions, including the division into three subcommittees: banking and business, consumer protection, and liquor commission matters, with insurance now handled as a single area. He also reviewed basic hearing procedures, including decorum, questions for information only, and the committee’s practice of moving bills through subcommittees before full committee executive sessions.
The committee then heard an overview from the New Hampshire Insurance Department, led by Commissioner DJ Bettencourt and staff. The department described its mission as promoting a safe and competitive insurance marketplace and emphasized consumer protection, market competition, and affordability. Officials outlined the department’s responsibilities, including licensing insurers, producers, adjusters, and TPAs; reviewing insurance forms; regulating companies and market conduct; overseeing financial solvency; and investigating insurance fraud. They also noted that the department is self-funded through assessments on insurers, collects premium taxes and fees for the state, and returned more than $2.7 million to companies in fiscal year 2024 due to underspending.
The presentation also covered the broader regulatory framework for insurance, including the role of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners in promoting uniform standards across states and territories. Officials said New Hampshire licenses about 1,200 insurance companies and roughly 245,000 producers and adjusters, and that the department’s financial examinations are part of an accreditation system used nationwide. No votes or formal committee actions were taken in the portion provided; the session was primarily organizational and informational, with the insurance department presentation beginning the committee’s substantive work for the term.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session May 4th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- that today's Latino Spirit awardees have not ignored the needs of your people, but have used their education
- ... ...on advocacy and a diversity of areas ranging from education to economic development to health
- She has served as a national adviser of the Mexican government in higher education, past chair of the
- Please join me, members, in welcoming our 2026 Achievement in Higher Education honoree, Lupe Gallegos
- He was our beloved labor leader, educator, and a dear friend.
Summary:
The Senate opened with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance, then spent much of the session on recognitions and resolutions honoring community groups and observances. Members welcomed the Far West region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Los Angeles South Bay alumni chapter, and later recognized the 2026 Latino Spirit Award honorees after adopting SR 86 on Cinco de Mayo Week. Senators from multiple caucuses spoke in support of the resolution, emphasizing Mexican history, Latino resilience, and shared struggles for justice. The Latino Spirit honorees included leaders in higher education, philanthropy, labor, health, advocacy, business, environmental justice, journalism, culinary arts, and music, along with a legacy award for Los Tigres del Norte.
The Senate also adopted SCR 146 declaring May Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month, SCR 154 establishing Green Star Veterans and Families Day, SCR 123 honoring California Peace Officers Memorial Day, SCR 164 recognizing Black Health Equity Advocacy Week, and SCR 103 designating Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week. Testimony and floor remarks focused on health disparities, mental health, veteran suicide, and the sacrifices of peace officers, with several caucuses speaking in support of the health equity resolution. Each of these resolutions passed by unanimous or near-unanimous roll call votes.
The chamber then took up several appointments from the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, confirming Kathleen Ratliff and Joseph Tuggle, Jason Johnson, Madeline McLean, Brian Bishop, and Sarah Larson, despite some protest votes from Senator Grove over the lack of action on another appointment. In third reading, the Senate passed SB 1159 on AI and public participation, SB 1416 on faster refunds for duplicate medical payments, SB 1273 on winery video advertising at instructional events, SB 941 limiting commissary markups in private detention facilities, SB 990 on a highway information sign near Ridgecrest, SB 1099 clarifying local authority to provide public benefits, and SB 1195 expanding tied-house exemptions for certain venues. The session concluded with adjournment memories for labor leader Kent Wong and Navy veteran-artist Vittaliano Victor Villar, and the Senate adjourned until May 7, 2026.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session May 4th, 2026
California Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- that today's Latino Spirit awardees have not ignored the needs of your people, but have used their education
- Sorority, Incorporated has remained deeply committed to empowering communities through advocacy, education
- On advocacy and a diversity of areas ranging from education to economic development to health and social
- She has served as a national advisor of the Mexican government in higher education, past chair of the
- He was our beloved labor leader, educator, and a dear friend.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
House of Representatives Second Regular Session of the 60th Legislature Day 41 Apr 15th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- States of America, a cornerstone of education, service, and progress in our state.
- Stimulating economic development through education, research, and extension.
- Getting worse To my parents, those of you who have served with me on the education committee over the
- Both started their career as educators and instilled in me my passion for education, which probably drives
- In fact, Redbud was really born out of a decision the state board of education had made at the time in
Bills:
HR1051, HR1048, SB2074, SJR39, SJR47, SB1983, SB444, SB1503, SB1561, SB592, SB1501, SB1946, SB1567, SB1833, SB2026, SB904, SB2178, SB1651, SB1558, SB1565, SB1553, SB1257, SB65, SB1749, SB1242, SB1642, SB640, SB667, SB1436, SB1484, SB1562, SB1794, SB1644, SB1533, SB933, SB1555
Keywords:
livestock, judging, Oklahoma State University, championship, agriculture, military children, recognition, community support, military families, April 15, pharmacy benefits managers, reimbursement, healthcare, prescription drugs, cost regulation, property valuation, tax limit, homestead, income threshold, elderly
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- And so there are these places where we have to do education.
- And so there’s a lot of education to happen in this space, and that is part of our role.
- And there's opportunities to continue to educate and grow in that space.
- CDPH also does have money in the Cannabis Tax Fund dedicated to youth prevention and education.
- And I probably. fund dedicated to youth prevention and education.
Summary:
The Senate Rules Committee approved several governor’s appointments not required to appear, including Frank Damrow Jr. to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board, Michelle Eddger to the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, and David Galavis to the State Park and Recreation Commission, each by 4-0 vote. The committee also approved a rule waiver to allow SB 1447 (health) to be heard after the policy committee deadline, and took up floor acknowledgments before moving to appointments requiring testimony.
The committee then heard from Clint Kellam, nominee to lead the Department of Cannabis Control. Members focused heavily on cannabis labeling, youth protection, attractive-to-children packaging, the SB 540 educational pamphlet, and the department’s efforts to steer consumers from illicit to legal products. Kellam said the department’s role is not to promote increased consumption but to move existing consumption into the regulated market, and he described enforcement against illicit cultivation and retail, consumer education efforts, and a possible AI tool to help licensees review packaging. He also said the department would consider tighter packaging rules, including one-serving packaging, but emphasized the need for research and legislative collaboration. The committee voted 4-0 to advance his appointment to the full Senate.
The committee next heard from Jennifer Osborne, nominee to direct the Department of Industrial Relations. Questions centered on DIR’s handling of Cal/OSHA audit findings, labor commissioner backlogs, PAGA enforcement, staffing shortages, IT modernization, and how her administrative background would help address those issues. Osborne said DIR is working on revised Cal/OSHA policies and procedures, additional staffing and intake changes, new IT systems, and possible use of outside administrative law judges to reduce delays. She also clarified that the Civil Rights Department is not under DIR, but said she would follow up on concerns raised. Public commenters from employer groups, labor, and industry largely supported her nomination, and the committee approved her appointment 4-0 to move to the full Senate for confirmation.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
2026 Legislative Session - Day Forty Three - Monday, March 30
Missouri House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- We're using the government to take the government back out of education.
- The two entities, the Department of Higher Education and the Department of Economic Development, will
- The Department of Higher Education and the Department of Economic Development will develop a memorandum
- It does not change any other licensure or educational requirement.
- It includes fentanyl-specific education in grades 6 through 12.