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• IT DOESN'T HAVE ANY REGULATORY EFFECT.
• IT IS NOT LIKE AN ANNEXATION OF REGULATORY POWER BY AN AGENCY.
• A SUNSET PROVISION IS MUCH CLOSER TO A DISAVOWAL OF REGULATORY POWER.
• IT'S ALSO NOT A DISAVOWAL OF REGULATORY LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY.
• DEPARTMENT STAFF IS OF THE OPINION THERE IS NO REGULATORY COST TO THIS RULE.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• The first piece that really guided us is around operational efficiencies.
• It will also focus on increasing regulatory efficiencies.
• It will lead to improved efficiency and housing development.
• Another question is would the reorganization improve efficiency?
• Will the reorganization lead to more efficiency?

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• They're outside of the regulatory authority of the federal government.
• We also addressed some regulatory and rulemaking.
• Understanding that the law gave you regulatory authority. clearly the regulatory so that that that's
• It's a complicated regulatory apparatus.
• To maintain safe and efficient road networks? I apologize.

Bills: SB1, SB 1

Keywords: appropriations, budget, state funding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, campground safety, youth camp regulations, flood safety, emergency evacuation, health and safety standards, 1185, senate, all

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• </c><00:13:46.320><c> enforcement</c> providing state regulatory enforcement providing state regulatory
• for the providers of goods efficiencies for the providers of goods and<00:16:05.399><c> services.
• Let's look for better ways, including flexibility, tax relief for small businesses, regulatory reform
• She said the bill protects provisions for true efficiencies.
• Representative Greenman responded that the bill protects quantities and efficiencies.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• This has got to be about the least efficient way to run a government.
• I also commit to following the law for all the efficiency efforts. Thank you.
• efficiency, you have to have talent to move permits.
• Again, I'm no stranger to trying to make government more efficient as mayor and as governor.
• And so really these are regulatory challenges primarily. Very good. Thank you. And Ms.

Keywords: nuclear energy, permitting process, energy production, public lands, national parks, uranium imports, legislative bills, infrastructure development

Summary: The committee meeting was dominated by discussions on a variety of legislative bills including major topics such as nuclear energy advancement, the effects of regulatory hurdles on energy production, and proposals to improve national park staffing and maintenance. Members expressed concerns over the federal government's handling of uranium imports and the necessity for maintaining a robust domestic nuclear supply chain. Efforts to streamline permitting processes to facilitate more efficient energy project development were also a focal point, alongside public testimony from stakeholders in the energy and environmental sectors. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for infrastructure development to meet rising energy demands while addressing climate change impacts.

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• </c> 100 years uh under this regulatory 100 years uh under this regulatory regime.<00:16:32.399><c> Um
• ,</c> incentivize performance, efficiency, incentivize performance, efficiency, cost<00:17:12.319><c>
• </c><00:34:02.960><c> for</c> just to make things more efficient for just to make things more efficient
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Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee held an informational briefing on the Public Utilities Commission’s performance-based regulation (PBR) framework and the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs’ whistleblower complaint process. Chair Jared Kohole opened the meeting, noted it was informational only with no public testimony, and explained that members would hear presentations and then have an opportunity for questions. The committee heard first from Ulupono Initiative, which provided background on why utilities are regulated, how Hawaii’s cost-of-service model and rate cases work, and why PBR was adopted to shift utility incentives away from a capital-investment bias and toward performance, efficiency, cost control, and policy goals such as renewable energy and reliability. Ulupono described Hawaii’s PBR structure as a five-year multi-year rate plan with annual revenue adjustments, a customer dividend, a Z factor for extraordinary exogenous events, and an exceptional project recovery mechanism for large projects. It also outlined performance incentive mechanisms tied to renewable portfolio standard progress, interconnection speed, reliability, and shared savings. The presentation said the current docket is evaluating a possible hybrid approach that would combine forward-looking forecasting with historical results, and Ulupono advocated for stronger incentives, arguing the current rewards are too small relative to utility revenues and should be more meaningful to better align utility behavior with legislative intent. The PUC then presented its own overview, emphasizing that the PBR docket is open and active and that the briefing was limited to the record to avoid ex parte concerns. The commission described the development of PBR in Hawaii through multiple phases beginning in 2018: an initial collaborative phase to set goals, a formal contested-case phase that produced the initial framework, later phases adding scorecards, reported metrics, and additional performance incentive mechanisms, and subsequent refinements including sunset of some mechanisms and adjustments after the August 2023 Maui wildfires. The PUC said the framework is intended to be customer-centric, administratively efficient, and protective of utility financial integrity, and that current work includes evaluating how to balance forward-looking and historical test-year approaches within the rebasing process. No votes or formal actions were taken at the briefing.

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• These PFAS pesticides fall into a regulatory blind spot. Currently, decades.
• These PFAS pesticides fall into a regulatory blind spot.
• California already has the nation's most rigorous pesticide regulatory standard.
• California already has the nation's most rigorous pesticide regulatory standard.
• We would encourage the Legislature to work within the current regulatory structure.

Summary: The committee heard AB 1603, which would restrict new PFAS pesticides from being registered in California and add transparency requirements for pesticide use reporting. The author and supporters argued PFAS are persistent, harmful chemicals that contaminate water, soil, and food, and said the bill would reduce future contamination and public health costs. Supporters included environmental and public health groups, water agencies, nurses, teachers, and local governments. Agricultural and chemical industry groups opposed the bill’s registration ban, arguing California already has strong pesticide review, that the measure could limit future safer formulations, and that it could raise costs and reduce farmers’ access to pest-control tools. Committee members raised questions about affordability, water contamination, and the role of state versus federal regulators; the author said the bill was needed because existing regulation is too slow and incomplete. No vote was taken because the committee lacked a quorum. The committee then heard AB 2635, the Just Transition for Landscapers Act, which would create voucher programs and other support for landscapers transitioning from gas-powered to electric equipment, while limiting penalties and adding privacy protections. The author and supporters said many landscapers are low-wage immigrant workers who cannot afford the upfront cost of electric equipment and should not be punished for complying with local air-quality rules. Air district representatives and other opponents said the bill could be too prescriptive, could divert limited air district resources, and could create administrative and language-assistance burdens; one air district moved to neutral after amendments. Committee members discussed the health benefits of electric equipment and the need to avoid placing penalties on workers. The bill was held pending a quorum. The committee also heard AB 1732, which would extend CEQA streamlining to public university and community college housing projects. The author, UC student representatives, and the University of California said the bill would help address student housing insecurity and speed construction on already planned campus sites. There was no opposition. The committee then took up AB 1744, the Clear Labels, Clear Seas Act, which would prohibit sunscreen products marketed as reef safe or reef friendly from containing certain chemicals that harm marine ecosystems. The author said the bill is a transparency measure, not a ban, and the committee expressed support; no opposition appeared. Additional bills discussed included AB 2152, which would streamline CEQA review for fire station projects and was supported by firefighters and local governments but opposed by contractors over a project labor agreement requirement; AB 2231, which would streamline two hospital projects in Santa Clara and Emeryville and drew broad support with no opposition; AB 2410, which would create temporary CEQA and Coastal Act exemptions for wildfire fuel-reduction projects and drew support from counties, cities, utilities, and fire officials but opposition from Sierra Club California over the breadth of the exemptions; and AB 2234, which would update geothermal exploratory project rules to reflect newer technologies, supported by clean power advocates and opposed or opposed-unless-amended by utility groups concerned about impacts on existing geothermal operations. Several of these measures were discussed with amendments, but votes were deferred where a quorum was not yet present.

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• What we're asking for is a regulatory... ...for lead exposure with food contact.
• These are from the OIC's regulatory account.
• These are from the OIC's regulatory account.
• Would you clarify what it means to have a regulatory account?
• Those costs are out of the Department of Health's dedicated regulatory account.

Summary: The Ways and Means Committee met on February 6, 2026, and first voted to suspend the five-day notice rule for all bills on the agenda. Senators Braun and Gildon objected, arguing the bill needed more public review and that the fiscal note had only just been released, but a roll call vote passed 15-9 and the committee proceeded to Senate Bill 6346. Staff briefed SB 6346 as a proposal to create a 9.9% income tax on Washington taxable income above a $1 million per-household standard deduction, with a $50,000 charitable deduction, apportionment rules for nonresidents and certain professions, quarterly estimated payments, and credits for capital gains tax and certain business taxes. Staff said the tax would begin in 2029 and eventually raise about $3.5 billion annually from roughly 30,000 taxpayers. The bill also would expand the Working Families Tax Credit, create a sales tax exemption for grooming and hygiene products, increase the small business B&O tax credit and filing threshold, and end the B&O surcharge on high-grossing businesses one year early. Members questioned the bill’s constitutionality, its exemption from referendum, treatment of student athletes, natural-resource industries, and whether real estate gains would be captured. Public testimony was sharply divided. Supporters, including labor groups, educators, health care advocates, counties, child care workers, and some business owners and high-income individuals, said the bill would make the tax code more progressive and provide stable funding for health care, education, child care, public defense, and other services, while expanding the Working Families Tax Credit. Opponents, including many small business, construction, housing, and taxpayer advocates, argued the measure would function as a tax on pass-through businesses and retained earnings, harm housing production and investment, encourage wealthy residents and businesses to leave the state, and violate the state constitution or the will of voters. No final action on SB 6346 was taken during the hearing.

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• We uh work within a very robust regulatory structure and we partner with our regulatory agencies every
• ><c> our</c><00:05:06.919><c> Regulatory</c><00:05:07.520><c> Agencies</c> partner with our Regulatory
• It's important not to forget that these are also highly efficient facilities that are enabling efficiency
• </c><00:48:27.680><c> with</c> looking to balance the efficiency with looking to balance the efficiency
• Regulatory Commission.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Statement to SNAP, TANF, public welfare; Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency; Petition of Elections
• Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency. SB 1100, patient rights and health care services.
• For Tuesday, January 13th, the Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency Committee of Reference will
• We will see you on Wednesday unless you are on Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency or Natural
• We will see you on Wednesday unless you are on regulatory fares and government efficiency or natural

Summary: The Arizona Senate convened for opening day of the second regular session of the 57th Legislature with ceremonial prayers, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem. Senate President Warren Petersen gave a farewell-style address highlighting his efforts to shift power toward members and committee chairs, preserve conservative policies, and deliver annual tax cuts, including a projected $1 billion cut this year. The chamber then recessed for an opening-day speech by Grand Canyon University President Brian Mueller, who spoke about Arizona’s labor-force needs, workforce training, and GCU’s role in expanding access to education and middle-class jobs, including apprenticeships and technical programs tied to local employers. After returning to order, the Senate adopted its organizational rules for the session, including suspending rules so bills and resolutions could be read by number and short title only on first and second reading and by number and title only on third and final reading. Members also approved a motion to notify the House and Governor that the Senate was organized and ready for business, and the House later reported that it was likewise organized. The chamber then adopted a proposed amendment to Senate Rule 7A and the rules of the 57th Legislature, and the President announced committee assignments for standing and statutory committees, including Appropriations, Education, Finance, Government, Military Affairs and Border Security, Natural Resources, Rules, Legislative Council, Legislative Audit, and the Joint Legislative Budget Committee. The remainder of the session focused on points of personal privilege, with senators introducing family members, constituents, local officials, school leaders, law enforcement officers, tribal leaders, and advocacy guests. Several members used the occasion to emphasize issues they expect to work on this session, including education, public safety, housing, water, early childhood services, veterans, border security, and workforce development. The Senate also received a motion to request House consent for an adjournment schedule, and the body adjourned until Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 1:15 p.m. after announcing upcoming committee meetings and the first batch of bill introductions and references.

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• sure that everyone understands the Assembly has rules to ensure that we maintain order and run an efficient
• Discontinuance of service and COLA requirements is a dual federal and state regulatory process.
• versus it being an entirely regulatory proposition? That's a really excellent question.
• They're more effective, they're more efficient. and they're especially more cost-efficient for small
• Means to me that it's less efficient or reliable than a pot service.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• Across the country, LIF has seen various regulatory impediments to building supply of child care and
• In California, the state has taken many actions to reduce regulatory barriers, which LIF has supported
• Over the last 10 years, the metal recycling industry has operated in a state of legal and regulatory
• As I understand it, as of now, there is no regulatory agency that is completely in charge... ...regulatory
• It's explicit that they have the enforcement opportunity, or the regulatory enforcement power.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Committee on Environmental Quality heard four bills. SB 299 by Senator Cabaldon would create a CEQA exemption for child care facilities in exclusively residential zones, with committee amendments adding a 3,200-foot buffer from oil wells and refineries and excluding natural and protected lands. The author and supporters, including rural counties, the Low Income Investment Fund, planning, city, county, and child care organizations, said the bill would reduce barriers to siting child care near homes and jobs. One environmental group opposed, and some others raised broader CEQA concerns, but the bill was described as a narrow fix to last year’s SB 131. It ultimately passed the committee and was sent to Appropriations. SB 58 by Senator Padilla would update California’s hydrogen sulfide standards and response framework, shifting the focus from outdated odor-based rules toward public health impacts, especially in the Tijuana River Valley and Salton Sea areas. The author and UCLA testimony said current monitoring misses many exceedances and that communities facing disproportionate exposure are experiencing respiratory and other health symptoms. Support came from local governments, health and environmental justice groups, while the air pollution control officers’ association took no position and the Chamber of Commerce and Calpine expressed concerns about the bill’s scope and possible industry implications. The bill was amended and passed to Appropriations. SB 811 by Senator Caballero would establish a statutory framework for regulating metal shredding facilities, clarifying DTSC enforcement authority and incorporating prior negotiated amendments on shutdown standards and fire prevention plans. Supporters from the metal recycling industry and labor said the bill would resolve long-standing legal uncertainty and protect a key circular-economy sector. Opponents, including community groups, environmental justice organizations, school and education entities, and Baykeeper, argued the bill was deregulatory, insufficiently protective, and should be worked out through the existing multi-agency process. The committee nonetheless passed the bill to Appropriations. SB 501 by Senator Allen would expand California’s battery extended producer responsibility program to include medium-format batteries such as those in e-bikes, scooters, and portable power systems, and would refine the definition of covered loose batteries. Supporters said these batteries are increasingly common, costly for local governments to manage, and a fire hazard when improperly disposed of. Local governments, waste and stewardship groups, and recycling companies supported the measure, while one recycler said it wanted to continue working on implementation details. The bill received some no votes but was ultimately approved and sent to Appropriations.

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• The program creates a powerful economic incentive to use cleaner, more efficient technologies, and it
• The market and regulatory certainty. I appreciate that's encouraging here.
• One is the broader S. here, there's two pieces of regulatory action that we're undertaking.
• Energy efficiency, we talked about this. the impacts on consumers and commercial customers.
• Energy efficiency, we talked about this.

Summary: The committee heard an overview and discussion of CARB’s proposed amendments to California’s Cap-and-Invest program, implemented under AB 1207 and SB 840. Chairs and members emphasized the program’s role in meeting climate targets while balancing affordability, and CARB described the proposal as intended to preserve market certainty, strengthen cost containment, address utility affordability, and support the state’s 2045 carbon-neutrality goal. CARB also noted the public comment period, the planned board hearing, and the goal of an effective date of September 1, 2026. Members questioned CARB on several implementation issues, including whether the rulemaking would be completed on time, the treatment of carbon capture and sequestration, the timing of the transfer of allowances from natural gas utilities to electric utilities, and the impact on ratepayers. CARB said it was on track to meet the May deadline, that CCUS/CDR could be further refined in the proposal and would also be addressed in a separate SB 905 rulemaking later in the year, and that it was seeking to protect ratepayers while inviting more utility data during the comment period. The committee also discussed refining-sector leakage risk, gasoline imports, and how imported fuel is accounted for under cap-and-invest versus the low-carbon fuel standard. A second panel of outside experts and stakeholders then testified. The Legislative Analyst’s Office and IEMAC representatives explained the major statutory changes, including putting offsets under the cap, shifting allowances from natural gas to electric utilities over time, and changing how allowance value is divided among utilities, industry, and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. They stressed that CARB has significant discretion in setting the allowance “pie,” and that more free allocations to utilities or industry reduce GGRF revenues. EDF’s representative argued the proposal should be adopted this spring, said the utility transition should happen faster, and urged a tighter near-term emissions cap. SCAPA, representing publicly owned utilities, opposed the proposed utility allocation changes, saying they would reduce expected allowances, undermine long-term planning, and could force higher rates or reduced decarbonization investments.

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• Everyone loved legislation that makes things more efficient and reduces costs, frees up time for other
• Best practices we reviewed for regulatory fee design called for a regulatory system... fee revenue was
• Best practices we reviewed for regulatory fee design.
• Best practices called for a regulatory system. Reflect DOH's actual oversight costs.
• It's very obvious that we don't... ...help with energy efficiency in schools.

Keywords: 904, all

Summary: At the April 8, 2026 JLARC meeting, members approved the January 7 minutes and recognized Marilyn Richter for more than 12 years of service to JLARC and the Citizens Commission. Staff then gave a legislative recap and work plan update, noting that JLARC staff presented to five committees during session, six bills or budget provisos implementing prior recommendations were enacted, and seven new study assignments were received. Members approved the updated 2025–2027 biennial work plan, including the new studies and the required 2027 lodging tax review. The committee also heard a presentation on a new post-meeting member survey tied to JLARC performance measures. Members then considered the final report on ignition interlock device compliance and monitoring. Staff reported that many drivers required to install ignition interlock devices do not do so, with installation rates rising with income, and identified problems in the Department of Licensing’s financial assistance program and coordination with the State Patrol. Both agencies said they concurred with JLARC’s recommendations to clarify responsibilities, formalize coordination, and develop a plan to increase installation rates. The committee approved the final report. Next, JLARC reviewed the final report on drug takeback fee setting and expenditures. Staff concluded that the Department of Health’s fee design limits full cost recovery and that the agency should publicly report oversight costs and activities; the legislature should revise the fee structure to better align with best practices. Members discussed whether the program should remain at DOH or be housed elsewhere, and adopted committee comments emphasizing transparency and future sunset review work before approving the final report. Finally, staff presented the scope and objectives for the Clean Buildings Performance Standard study, focusing on state-owned Tier 1 buildings and K-12 facilities in the first compliance cohort, with questions centered on compliance costs, energy savings, funding sources, fines, and possible workforce or budget impacts. The meeting ended with administrative announcements about upcoming meetings and adjournment.

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• The bill addresses the preparation of statements of estimated regulatory costs by providing additional
• By October 1, 2025, all agency regulatory plans must include a list of all existing rules and a five-year
• Surprisingly, the regulatory plans that we have received, all 64 of them, have included this.
• it's more efficient for DMS to tell the Highway Patrol when and where they can use their vehicles or
• I think really where the state gains efficiency and gains the ability to potentially save money is with

Summary: The Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability met for its first meeting of the session, took roll, and heard a presentation from Ken Plant of the Joint Administrative Procedures Committee on SB 108, the 2025 law overhauling Florida rulemaking. The presentation focused on new deadlines for agencies to begin and publish rules, limits on automatic sunset provisions, changes to emergency rule procedures, expanded public input on statements of estimated regulatory costs, a five-year review cycle for existing rules, and new licensing-reporting requirements. Members asked about the review timeline and emphasized the need to keep agencies accountable for meeting the new requirements. The committee then reviewed the Department of Management Services’ response to Auditor General Report 2025-1096 on fleet management. DMS said the audit found 10 issues, most of which it believes it has addressed, and described the statewide fleet system as tracking about 27,000 assets with limited staff. DMS highlighted two major improvement ideas that would require funding: an enterprise telematics system to automate vehicle data and improve tracking, and centralized fleet procurement to reduce duplication and save money. Members questioned the status of FleetWave implementation, missing vehicle records, integration with other state systems, and access controls for separated employees. DMS explained that FleetWave is fully implemented but still relies on manual data entry, that discrepancies with the state accounting system largely reflect mismatched or inconsistent entries, and that policies and procedures were updated after the audit. The department said it now works more closely with People First to deactivate access when employees leave. After discussion, no further business was raised, and the committee adjourned without objection.

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• And there's always evolutions in technology to make it more efficient.
• So just to sum up, data centers are extremely efficient water users.
• I think everybody on the regulatory side is attempting to do that.
• A lot of closed loop water systems, efficient energy and water systems.
• and to be energy efficient as well.

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• It requires strong regulatory oversight, stable program funding, and continued partnership between state
• So the regulatory changes, is that a one-year process, or a two-year process?
• But with that said, I feel regulatory processes are also an incredible opportunity for outreach.
• So the regulatory changes, is that a one-year process about or a two-year process?
• But with that said, I feel regulatory processes are also an incredible opportunity for outreach.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• President, your Committee on Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency, under consideration House
• President, the Committee on Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency, under consideration House Bill
• I move the following amendment to House Bill 2875, to the Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency
• I move the following amendment to House Bill 2875, as the Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency
• President, your Committee on Regulatory Affairs and Government Efficiency, having under consideration

Summary: The Senate convened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, recognized guests including participants in the Southern Arizona Water Leadership Institute and the Doctor of the Day, and then moved through a series of procedural actions, committee reports, and Committee of the Whole calendars. The chamber considered several House bills dealing mainly with water policy, air quality, local regulation and airport buffers, timeshare sales, advertising/digital goods refunds, elections, probation, radiologic technologies, firefighters, health care, property tax, state agencies, tourism, employment relationships, motor vehicle warranties, the State Fire Marshal, education, and retirement system provisions. Several floor and committee amendments were adopted, including amendments to HB 2428, HB 2875, HB 2877, HB 2029, and HB 2010; one amendment to HB 2029 failed on a 13-14 vote. On third reading, the Senate passed HB 2006, HB 2050, HB 246, HB 262, HB 2089, HB 2090, HB 292, HB 298, HB 2122, HB 2126, HB 2138, HB 2176, HB 2177, HB 2173, HB 2178, HB 2179, HB 2258, HB 2310, HB 2323, HB 2324, HB 2395, HB 2010, HB 2029, HB 2132, HB 2261, HB 2428, HB 2875, and HB 2877, with recorded votes ranging from unanimous or near-unanimous support to more divided outcomes on HB 2026, HB 2132, HB 2261, and HB 2877. HB 2026 drew criticism over assured water supply and commingling concerns, while HB 2029’s statewide water-conservation analysis amendment was defended as a responsible use of public funds. HB 2177 drew supportive explanations from senators noting its importance for tribal waiver-related services. The Senate also concurred in House amendments to SB 1092, SB 1430, and SB 1479, then adopted final readings on those measures. SB 1092, dealing with dangerous crimes against children probation, passed 18-10 after debate over judicial discretion and sentencing policy; SB 1430 passed unanimously; and SB 1479 passed 20-1. The session concluded with the Senate adjourning until April 8, 2026, at 10 a.m.

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• If confirmed, I will prioritize reforming and refocusing supervision, restoring regulatory tailoring,
• Appropriately and efficiently.
• We have strayed from the statutory responsibility of regulatory tailoring.
• And what I'd like to refocus our regulatory activities are on is instilling more usage of... regulatory
• that will enable you to be efficient and effective as Deputy Secretary at HUD.

Keywords: legislation, housing affordability, financial regulation, public testimony, accountability, oversight

Summary: The meeting involved significant discussions around key legislative proposals, primarily focusing on various bills such as HB2 and SB5. The committee examined the implications of these bills on issues like housing affordability and financial regulation. Notable members engaged in debates, providing differing perspectives on the potential economic impacts of the proposed bills. The meeting witnessed public testimony, which included a call for accountability in government actions and oversight of current financial policies. Members echoed concerns about following through on commitments to address critical issues affecting everyday Americans.

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• This bill increases regulatory burden, devalues training, accelerates burnout, and makes Washington a
• Finally, this bill does not fill a regulatory gap. Washington has a robust regulatory system.
• However, the focus has historically been where there has already been much regulatory supervision and
• We know a tighter medical loss ratio will improve the efficiency of our state's insurers and require
• efficiency.

Bills: HB2261, HB2283, HB2425, HB2110, HB2113, HB2122, HB2152

Keywords: healthcare, transparency, patient communication, credentials, professional standards, medical loss ratio, insurance, health plans, cost management, nursing delegation, registered nurse, RN, home care aide, nursing assistant, certified nursing assistant, CNA, medical assistant, home health, hospice, community-based care