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NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Committee to Study Long-Term Managed Care (09/15/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- So it's not in in many states Texas.
- </c> a small state. a small state.
- /c><01:00:49.520><c> large</c><01:00:49.760><c> states</c> states, they include very large states states
- , they include very large states like<01:00:50.319><c> Texas,</c><01:00:50.720><c> Florida,</c><01:00
- </c><01:10:12.480><c> without</c> this state or any other state without this state or any other state
Summary:
The Committee to Study Long-Term Managed Care met to approve prior minutes and outline its schedule, with meetings set for September 24 and September 29 ahead of an October 1 report deadline. The chair said the committee would use the first two meetings to digest testimony, likely ask follow-up questions of DHS, and then work toward conclusions and a report format. The minutes from the previous meeting were approved unanimously.
The main testimony came from Sharon Alexander of Amera Health, who argued in favor of moving from fee-for-service Medicaid long-term services and supports to a managed LTSS model. She described managed LTSS as a capitated, quality-driven system used in about 26 states, and said it can improve care coordination, accountability, access to home- and community-based services, and budget predictability. She cited Amera Health’s experience in Pennsylvania and Delaware, including care coordination, housing and transportation support, caregiver programs, and quality benchmarks tied to state oversight. She also said nursing facilities would remain an important option for people who need that level of care.
Committee members asked about how the programs are administered, how rates are set, how care managers work, and how quality is measured. Alexander said states contract with managed care organizations at actuarially sound capitated rates, with annual contracts, reporting, and oversight. She explained that care managers typically conduct quarterly assessments and follow up after trigger events such as hospitalization, and that housing coordinators may assist with transitions to the community. On quality, she said states use CMS-related and HCBS benchmark measures covering service timeliness, care planning, transitions, and other outcomes, and that New Hampshire could build on existing metrics rather than starting from scratch. She also noted that rural areas face workforce and transportation challenges, which managed care plans try to address through technology and self-direction options.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 3/10/25
Transportation Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Currently, the other states at the top tend to be the obviously biggest landmass states like Texas, but
- Currently, the other states at the top tend to be the obviously biggest landmass states like Texas, but
- Currently, the other states at the top tend to be the obviously biggest landmass states like Texas, but
- </c><00:14:29.399><c> is</c> landmass States like Texas but Kansas is landmass States like Texas but
- match, the state risks losing hundreds of millions of dollars to other states like Florida, Texas, and
Committee:
House Transportation Finance and Policy
Keywords:
Northern Lights Express, NLX, Minneapolis-Duluth rail, passenger rail, intercity passenger rail, high-speed rail, Duluth, Minneapolis, MnDOT, Minnesota Department of Transportation, Metropolitan Council, transportation funding, rail appropriation, general fund, trunk highway fund, rail project cancellation, infrastructure spending, commercial driver training, CDL, financial assistance
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Municipal and County Government (01/23/2026)
Municipal and County Government
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> canvas systems throughout the state? canvas systems throughout the state?
- Okay. state obligation? And what happens to state obligation?
- </c><00:24:51.360><c> No,</c> taxing districts in the state. No, taxing districts in the state.
- </c><01:33:37.120><c> building</c> state matching funds with state building state matching funds with
- Um the state bonds than the uh state.
Committee:
House Municipal and County Government
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- the states.
- states.
- another state doesn't want to recognize what that state has done, then that state can pass a law to
- 00:31:48.919><c> that</c><00:31:49.120><c> State</c> what that state has done then that State what that
- </c><00:36:43.480><c> and</c><00:36:43.680><c> local</c> state and local imig state and local state and
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- I want to say that the state agencies, I think, have done a good job of have extremely exhibited a lot
- It is a very tough job. of that TJJD has, it's a much more expensive cost to the state, taxpayers for
- as it is across the United States. has, is an upward one, is one that the entire system overall from
- From state to state, people have been trying their best to vastly improve the juvenile system.
- , or 49 other states, that say.
Committee:
House S/C on Juvenile Justice
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Many states do that and the state?
- It was sponsored by six reps and two state senators for the state fair association.
- </c> senators for the state fair association. senators for the state fair association.
- Damn of the community and the state. Um by of the community and the state.
- Our state is known for our states.
Committee:
Senate Commerce
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado House 2026 Legislative Day 021 Feb 3rd, 2026
Colorado House Floor Meeting
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Republican Perspective on 2026 Legislative Session Jan 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for taking time out of your busy life to listen to the Governor's State of the State speech
- Every 29 minutes and 55 seconds another Washington State taxpayer leaves our state for good.
- My wife and I recently drove 5,000 miles to Corpus Christi, Texas, and back through seven western states
- Even more alarming, they're reviving the push for a state income tax, despite the people of this state
- Even more alarming, they're reviving the push for a state income tax, despite the people of this state
Summary:
This was a Republican response to the Governor’s State of the State address, delivered by Sen. Keith Wagoner. The speaker argued that Washington is facing an affordability crisis driven by recent tax increases, high living costs, and what he described as unsustainable state spending. He cited inflation in housing, fuel, food, and other essentials, along with concerns about crime, homelessness, drug overdoses, and declining student outcomes, as evidence that the state is failing residents.
A major focus was the state budget and tax policy. The speaker criticized Governor Ferguson and the Democratic majority for signing a budget he said included the largest tax increase in state history, followed by a projected revenue shortfall. He also objected to proposed new taxes on items like fuel, cell phones, storage units, and employers, warning that these measures would be regressive and could pave the way for a state income tax. He said Republicans support property tax relief and a spending limit, and he accused Democrats of rejecting those ideas.
The response also highlighted cuts to Medicaid in the 2025 budget, saying reductions disproportionately affected people with disabilities, seniors, and long-term care services. The speaker framed this as inconsistent with claims of compassion and said the state should not raise taxes while cutting care for vulnerable residents. He urged viewers to testify on legislation, contact lawmakers and the governor, and support what he called fiscally responsible, common-sense policies during the short legislative session.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> of our state. of our state.
- </c><03:26:12.640><c> mandate,</c><03:26:13.520><c> state</c> local control and state mandate, state
- /c><03:26:47.840><c> New</c> states within the state of New states within the state of New Hampshire.
- state? state?
- :03.439><c> state</c><04:34:04.320><c> we</c><04:34:04.561><c> talked</c> what the states the state we
Committee:
House Housing
Summary:
The committee heard public testimony on HB 1065, a housing bill that would clarify when multifamily and mixed-use housing may be allowed on commercially zoned land, define infrastructure standards, and preserve municipal discretion over where such development can occur. Prime sponsor Representative David Priest said the bill is intended to help address the housing shortage by using already developed commercial areas without overriding local planning. The New Hampshire Municipal Association, through Brody Dees, said it supports the bill and views it as a priority, but noted it is still discussing related language with stakeholders and wants clearer definitions for multifamily development, infrastructure, and adaptive reuse while preserving local control over commercial land use.
Testimony was mixed. Ivy Van, a certified planner, opposed the bill because she said the infrastructure language is too restrictive and could exclude properties served by private utilities or septic systems. Chris Freeman, a housing provider, was generally supportive but recommended technical changes, arguing the infrastructure definition may be too broad and that the adaptive reuse language could unintentionally block useful building modifications. He said the bill should be clarified so it does not discourage reuse projects.
The committee then moved to discussion of an accessory dwelling unit bill, with Representative Turkot describing changes that would shift some ADU approvals from a matter of right to conditional use or special exception, allow municipalities more control over attached versus detached units, set parking standards tied to single-family dwellings, and adjust size limits. He argued the bill would restore local discretion and prevent ADUs from becoming primarily rental units. Representative Reed pushed back, saying detached ADUs can help meet housing needs and provide opportunities for small landlords, while other members questioned how the bill would affect existing detached structures and breezeways. No votes were taken in the excerpt, and the chair also noted a recess and time limits for later testimony.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs (01/17/2025)
State-federal Relations and Veterans Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:10:28.440><c> federal</c> run things here with the state federal run things here with the state
- </c> looked back since um I wanted a state looked back since um I wanted a state that<00:23:06.760><c
- We have a spattering of state employees throughout the state, so we have some at Pease as well.
- No, we're the state. The state doesn't penalize people for not complying.
- </c><04:26:36.279><c> jobs</c><04:26:37.239><c> those</c> state still qualify for state jobs those state
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Committee on Health and Human Services Mar 27th, 2025
Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- First, it adds the definition of "covered entity" from the Texas Medical Privacy Act and changes the
- electronic records are stored in a safe. under their control are stored physically within the United States
- younger shall have complete and unrestricted access, upon request, to the record, unless restricted by state
Committee:
Senate Health & Human Services
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
US House Floor Proceedings (Tuesday, February 18, 2025)
US Federal House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- 00:07:18.280><c> your</c><00:07:18.520><c> word</c> I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States
- flag<00:08:14.639><c> of</c><00:08:14.759><c> the</c><00:08:14.879><c> United</c><00:08:15.280><c> States
- ><00:08:15.639><c> of</c><00:08:15.800><c> America</c><00:08:16.759><c> to</c> flag of the United States
- of America to flag of the United States of America to the<00:08:17.400><c> Republic</c><00:08:17.879
- Arrington of Texas, Mr. Estes of Kansas, Mr.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Military and Veterans Affairs Nov 5th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- The New Mexico State Parks Division has 35 state parks in 23 of 33 counties across the state of New Mexico
- San Miguel County has the most state parks of any county in the state, with four state parks.
- A lot of folks have asked me, well, Our state parks don't look like Texas and Arizona.
- I said our state parks aren't funded like Texas and Arizona; they're not staffed like Texas and Arizona
- In the state of North Carolina, we saw it in the state of Maryland and in the state of Arizona.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- The New Mexico State Senate does hereby extend its recognition and acknowledgement to the United States
- United States Route 66 Centennial.
- A, each induced abortion, which occurs in the state, shall be reported to the state registrar within
- the Dobbs decision, which said that this is a state's issue that we decide state by state.
- This state is contributing to the Holocaust of taking— This state is contributing to the Holocaust of
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, prayer, pledges, and a series of announcements recognizing visiting groups and guests, including Pecos High School’s boys cross-country champions, School-Based Health Care Day, Route 66 Centennial activities, New Mexico Highlands University, an honorary lieutenant governor and shadow senator, and Bernalillo County officials. The chamber also received House messages on several bills and a gubernatorial message authorizing consideration of Senate Bill 130, which would change insurance and pharmacy rules related to cholesterol treatment and screening.
Committee reports were adopted on several measures, including Senate Bill 183, Senate Bills 211 and 222, Senate Bill 254, Senate Bill 235 as a committee substitute, Senate Bill 40 as a Judiciary Committee substitute, and Senate Bill 104. The Senate then moved to third reading and took up Senate Bill 30, which repeals the state’s abortion reporting requirement. The bill drew extensive debate: supporters argued the reporting law is outdated, unnecessary, and creates privacy and safety risks for providers, while opponents said the data is needed for transparency, public health oversight, and accountability, and objected to the loss of reporting on a sensitive issue. After a roll call vote, Senate Bill 30 passed 24-15.
The Senate next passed Senate Bill 43 unanimously, updating parole board procedures, including evidence-based practices, reimbursement for closed hearings, and scheduling protections for homicide victims’ families. It also passed Senate Finance Committee substitute for Senate Bill 35 unanimously, creating judgeships in the First and Second Judicial Districts. Debate then began on Senate Bill 193, which would increase transfers from the Irrigation Works Construction Fund to the acequia community ditch infrastructure fund from $2.5 million to $5 million; the sponsor explained the increase as necessary to meet growing statewide acequia needs, while senators raised concerns about existing fund balances and whether the higher transfer was justified.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Floor Session Feb 12th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Washington Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- It's the Only place that that is stated in Washington state law.
- And let's look at our own state. And let's look in the mirror as a state government.
- And this isn't Texas. Centuries, it's been working really well. And this isn't Texas.
- We're going to cause the industry to take a look at some things, state by state, and we certainly want
- We have put it out there, and we hope that they will be responsive to it as we go state by state.
Summary:
The Senate took up Second Substitute Senate Bill 5974, which would modernize and strengthen laws governing sheriffs, police chiefs, town marshals, and other law enforcement agencies, particularly by setting certification and background-check standards and addressing what happens if an elected sheriff is decertified. The chamber first considered several amendments focused on preserving voter control over sheriffs, limiting the bill’s reach, and shifting costs to the state. Amendment 632, which would have required a recall-style vote if a sheriff were found uncertified, failed. Amendment 628, which would have excluded foreign convictions from consideration, failed. Amendment 633, which would have made the state pay background-check costs, failed. Amendment 634, which would have exempted current sheriffs from the bill’s five-year uninterrupted employment requirement, failed on a roll call vote of 21 yeas to 28 nays.
Members then rejected additional amendments: Amendment 631, which would have carved out an exception for Capitol security personnel, failed; Amendment 629, which would have prevented a vacancy if a sheriff was acting consistently with the state and U.S. constitutions, failed; Amendment 630, which would have created a private right of action for removed sheriffs, failed; and Amendment 627, which would have retained language barring men and women from being confined in the same cell when removing an old “police matron” provision, failed on a roll call vote of 19 yeas to 30 nays. Supporters of the bill argued it was about accountability, integrity, and aligning sheriffs with certification standards already applied to other law enforcement officers. Opponents argued it would override voter choice, create unfunded mandates, and let an unelected state body remove elected sheriffs.
After amendments were disposed of, the Senate suspended the rules and advanced the bill to third reading and final passage. In final debate, supporters emphasized public safety, professional standards, and the need for clear decertification rules when a sheriff loses certification. Opponents repeatedly framed the bill as an unconstitutional intrusion on local democracy and a solution in search of a problem, warning it would disenfranchise voters and set a dangerous precedent. The transcript ends during final-passage debate, with no final vote on the bill shown in the excerpt.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Science, Technology and Telecommunications Sep 23rd, 2025
Science, Technology & Telecommunications Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- What affects any agency within the state, any school within the state, can affect everybody globally.
- Enter anywhere in the state, no matter who you are or how big you are, the state can immediately put
- So, if we look at what other states are doing, Slide 16: What other states are doing is moving in the
- The population of the state.
- For all the state agencies, basically all the Western United States.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Health and Human Services Feb 5th, 2025
House Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- New Mexico, in the southern part of the state, and in the northeastern quadrant of the state.
- So, what we're talking about here in terms of state, it would be the state match portion.
- the state.
- So, two states are doing what we're proposing here, while 48 states are not.
- Because as I stated, that information is proprietary.
Committee:
House House Health & Human Services
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- lines, you may live in one state, you know, another state, you may have houses in multiple states.
- lines, you may live in one state, you know, another state, you may have houses in multiple states.
- To their state, and that state has to give credit for the sales tax they're paying here.
- Dinoff, state public advocate.
- Dinoff, state public advocate.
Committee:
House Transportation
LA
Louisiana 2026 Regular Session
Joint Transportation, Highways and Public Works May 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Total state benefits are estimated at $351 million. All right. Do you have a question?
- Yes, sir, and those numbers are our office, LED, and the state economist all look at it.
- Certainly Texas, too.
- When you look at the state money that's been put out for these projects and the backlog, we're making
- So waiting to receive funds from the state is not an option at this point.
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works met to receive public testimony and act on port priority applications for inclusion in the FY 2027-2028 Port Priority Construction and Development Priority Program. After approving the March 9, 2026 minutes, the committee heard from Commissioner Andrew Kilshaw of the Office of Multimodal Commerce on two applications from the Avoyelles Harbor and Terminal District: a building addition and waterfront industrial improvements project, and a Workforce Training Center redevelopment project. He said both met program criteria and projected substantial state benefits, jobs, and high benefit-cost ratios.
Committee members asked about the projected jobs, the unusually high benefit-cost ratio, and the status of other port projects. Kilshaw and DOTD’s Molly Bergoin said the program has a backlog of more than $200 million, but the department is working through it, with some projects nearing closeout. They also said the annual request cap has been increased and that a tiered funding approach is being considered to help projects compete for federal dollars. Members expressed support for expanding investment in ports and for a statewide strategic plan.
Chairman Boriak moved to accept the port priority applications received through March 1, 2026, for inclusion in the FY 2027-2028 program. There was no objection, and the committee accepted the projects. The meeting then adjourned without objection.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- I know for some companies it's all being done here in the United States.
- When I say we, I'm talking about California, the state of California.
- That being said, every self-driving car... ...together across state lines.
- That being said, every self-driving car, together across state lines.
- It is not Texas. Our roads are more complex. Our traffic is denser.
Committee:
Senate Transportation
Summary:
The Senate Transportation Committee held an informational hearing on autonomous vehicle technology in California, focusing on safety, regulation, first responder impacts, and the state’s evolving oversight framework. The chair said the committee would hear all panels before public comment, with witnesses limited to five minutes and public commenters to one minute. The first panel featured an industry representative, a safety academic, and victims/advocates who described sharply different views of AV safety and accountability.
Ariel Wolf of the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association argued that fully autonomous vehicles are distinct from driver-assist systems, said AVs are already reducing crashes and fatalities, and urged clear, uniform standards. Dr. Missy Cummings countered that remote operations and computer-vision failures show the technology still depends on human intervention and can be unsafe, especially when remote assistance is done from abroad. Robert O’Dowd and Dylan Angulo, both tied to Tesla crash cases, described fatal and serious injuries involving Autopilot/Full Self-Driving, criticized limited transparency and data access, and called for stronger disclosure, preservation of crash data, and mandatory fixes or disabling of defective software.
Committee members questioned witnesses about data comparing AVs to human drivers, the role of remote operators, liability, and whether California should create clearer standards for the human element behind AV systems. Several members and witnesses discussed the need for “guardrails,” black-box-style data access, and accountability for the remaining crash risk. The hearing then shifted to first responders and road users: a San Francisco Fire Department representative described AVs blocking fire scenes, ambulances, and apparatus access during emergencies and urged a public safety manual override; a San Jose police representative said officers need clear enforcement authority, training, and reliable ways to stop or redirect AVs; a rideshare driver described near-collisions and congestion caused by robo-taxis; and a Teamsters representative opposed proposed heavy-duty AV truck rules as too reliant on manufacturer self-certification and lacking independent validation.
In the final panel, DMV and CPUC officials defended California’s regulatory structure. DMV said it has regulated AVs since 2014, has issued multiple rulemakings and permit types, and is developing a fourth package that would add reporting, enforcement tools, emergency-response requirements, and rules for heavy-duty AVs. DMV said it has revoked or suspended permits when needed, including Cruise and Pony.ai actions. CPUC said its authority covers passenger service only, requires safety plans and ongoing reporting, and continues oversight after permits are issued. No votes or formal actions were taken, as the hearing was informational only.