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• , to revise the definition, amending Section 49-301, Idaho Code, to require a person to apply for an
• an Idaho resident, amending Section 49-502, Idaho Code, to require a person to obtain a certificate
• House Bill No. 669 by Kaler, an act relating to cloud seeding, repealing Section 42-4301, Idaho Code,
• , 42-4301, Idaho Code, to establish revisions regarding cloud seeding, amending Section 42-605, Idaho
• , Idaho Code, to establish revisions regarding cloud seeding, amending Section 42-605, Idaho Code, to

Keywords: 989, all

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• ,</c><00:07:26.160><c> we</c> we as part of our state fire code, we we as part of our state fire code
• If I may, I would say state fire code and NFPA 1141, because the state fire code has the other stuff
• And following 'state fire code,' we are inserting 'and NFPA 1141.'
• And following 'state fire code,' we are inserting 'and NFPA 1141.'
• And following 'state fire code,' we are inserting 'and NFPA 1141.'

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Summary: The Committee of Conference on Senate Bill 564 reconvened to review a new amendment from Representative DuMont. The amendment cleaned up prior language, added a new section carving out wetland buffers and conservation areas for special exception or conditional use permit treatment, and included an effective-date delay. Senator Murphy noted that agreed-upon language was missing to prevent municipalities from imposing new building or lot-size restrictions before the bill’s effective date, and that language was restored using wording from amendment 2070. The committee then heard from State Fire Marshal Sean Toomey, who explained that fire-code concerns centered on road access and dead-end roads, and suggested tying road-length limits to NFPA 1141 so the bill would reference an established standard while preserving existing state fire code provisions on water supply, road widths, slopes, and turnarounds. Members discussed refining the language to say road-length caps must comply with the state fire code and NFPA 1141. Representative Alexander also explained that section 3 would expand by-right treatment for certain subdivision buffers and reduce development costs, while section 4 would require at least conditional use or special exception review for wetland buffers and conservation areas rather than allowing a flat denial. After a brief pause to resolve concerns, participants agreed to keep section 3 and section 4, with the understanding that the changes struck a balance between lowering housing-development costs and preserving local review and environmental protections. The committee then voted unanimously to support the agreement, seconded by Rainforth, and the chair said the revised amendment would be sent to OLS for final drafting.

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• federal code, those things would<00:20:11.919><c> be</c><00:20:13.360><c> subject</c><00:20:13.840><
• ,</c><00:26:02.080><c> towns,</c><00:26:02.640><c> counties</c> so the state, cities, towns, counties
• so the state, cities, towns, counties shall<00:26:03.679><c> not</c><00:26:04.320><c> reimburse</c><
• Otherwise, I don't understand the purpose of bringing this federal code definition into the bill.
• </c><01:31:40.320><c> definition</c> bringing this federal code definition bringing this federal code

Bills: HB0070 , HB0043 , HB0103 , HB0157 , HB0092 , SF0092

Committee: Senate Judiciary

Keywords: foreign censorship, digital innovation, constitutional rights, Wyoming GRANITE Act, extraterritorial laws, civil actions, speech protection, legal jurisdiction, joint liability, money laundering, illegal investment, financial institutions, criminal activity, Wyoming legislation, First Amendment, free speech, lawsuits, immunity, public participation, strategic lawsuits

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• In terms of CalWORKs Child Care, this proposed trailer bill amends WIC code to include participation
• Hello, my name is Anita Vichini, and I am a member of CCPU and have provided child care in the city of
• My name is Natasha Finister, and I'm a family child care provider of 31 years in the city of Hawthorne
• On the public contract code exemption, how many contracts will be exempt?
• in existing funds from Special Fund 08-0 for 2026–27 through 2028–29 to support Health and Safety Code

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• This proposed trailer bill amends the WIC code to include participation in CalWORKs program activities
• Hello, my name is Anita Vichini, and I am a member of CCPU and have provided child care in the city of
• My name is Natasha Finister, and I'm a family child care provider of 31 years in the city of Hawthorne
• On the public contract code exemption, how many contracts will be exempt?
• in existing funds from Special Fund 08-0 for 2026-27 through 2028-29 to support Health and Safety Code

Summary: The committee first heard May Revision child care and human services items. The Department of Child Support Services described two technical adjustments, which the analyst supported. The Department of Social Services then walked through child care proposals, including a reduction in federal and Proposition 64 funding absorbed through a shift from General Child Care to the Alternative Payment program, a 2.01% child care COLA, disaster-related infrastructure grants, a new administrative support cost structure for Alternative Payment agencies, the removal of prospective pay funding after a federal rule change, a reappropriation for existing infrastructure grants, and estimates of unspent child care funds. The Legislative Analyst’s Office recommended asking for more justification for shifting reductions to CAP, supported the COLA reduction but wanted consistency across programs, recommended removing prospective pay funding, opposed the administrative cost shift, and suggested further review of disaster grant alignment. Members pressed the administration on why more slots would be cut for the same savings, why the COLA was reduced, and whether the administrative percentage would grow over time. The administration said the changes were intended to avoid disrupting currently enrolled families, reflect point-in-time relinquishments and unspent funds, and stabilize contractor operations. Public commenters, including providers, advocates, and county representatives, urged full COLA funding, rejection of child care slot reductions, preservation of prospective pay, and continued investment in child care infrastructure and access. The subcommittee then recessed before moving to health items. In Part B, the Department of State Hospitals presented its May Revision proposals, including a central utility plant replacement project at Metropolitan State Hospital, funding for a continuum electronic health record system, reduced county bed billing authority to reflect phase-in of additional LPS beds, limited contract exemption authority for online clinical subscription services, reversion of prior-year unspent operating funds, and a workforce development proposal to use Behavioral Health Services Act funds instead of General Fund for training programs. The department said the EHR would modernize records and improve continuity of care, and that the contract exemption would prevent delays in essential clinical information services. No votes were taken in the excerpt provided.

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• state lead the way in developing strategies for combating these types of crimes in our counties, cities
• I do share the cities of Palmdale and Lancaster with the Vice Chair, and I actually worked on the High
• Speed Rail station that is planned to be impounded during my term as Vice Chair. for the City of Palmdale
• I'm a new member, but I work in that project as a city planner for the city of Palmdale.
• We have a water recycling project in a city in my district that's gone from 150 million to almost 600

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• the next amendment. >> Representative Bartleman offers the following amendment title: Amendment Bar Code
• Lakin Riley, people like Rachel, and the young lady who was burned alive in the subway in New York City
• The top destination for illegal aliens is large cities.
• They are in inner cities collecting welfare. Is a guest worker program President Trump supports?
• I sat through the conversation my first year on sanctuary cities.

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• would still be considered eligible for purchase under this because, under the Minnesota State Tax Code
• Uh, second of all, it's important to understand that the tax code was not designed for nutrition.
• </c> places, cities and townships. places, cities and townships.
• So this would add a fifth-tier income tax to Minnesota's tax code, which is a millionaire tax in our
• So this would add a fifth-tier income tax to Minnesota's tax code, which is a millionaire tax in our

Bills: HF3831 , HF3603 , HF1900 , HF495 , HF3750 , HF4316 , HF2136 , HF4384

Committee: House Children and Families Finance and Policy

Keywords: SNAP, income limits, asset limits, nutrition assistance, children and families, federal poverty guidelines, federal waiver, food assistance, low-income families, nutritional support, day care, tax subtraction, child care costs, licensed child care, dependent care assistance, child care, family child care, child care center, licensing, correction order

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• . >> to the big city. We got to dress up and come along with you, you know. Oh, boy.
• &gt;&gt; to<00:05:09.240><c> the</c><00:05:09.320><c> big</c><00:05:09.520><c> city.
• c><00:05:10.160><c> dress</c><00:05:10.440><c> up</c><00:05:10.600><c> and</c> &gt;&gt; to the big city
• We got to dress up and &gt;&gt; to the big city.
• going to cities that we want<00:58:57.280><c> to</c><00:58:57.400><c> bring</c><00:58:57.840><c> people

Committee: Senate Economic Development and Tourism

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism heard several governor’s message nominations to the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s advisory board. The first nominee, Daniel O’Leary, received strong support from HTA leadership and Deputy Director James Kunane Tokioka, who praised his visitor-industry knowledge and work on brand marketing and tourism planning. O’Leary said he hoped to contribute his experience and strengthen the organization’s integrity. Joel Guy was also supported by HTA, Tokioka, and several community testifiers, who highlighted his long work in Hana, his film-industry background, and his role in community-focused tourism planning. During questioning, Guy said the advisory board should still have influence, especially on strategic planning and community concerns, even though its role is advisory rather than decision-making. The committee then considered Linda Wong’s nomination. HTA and Tokioka strongly supported her, citing her long community experience and familiarity with HTA work. Wong said the new advisory board was collaborative, had no conflicts so far, and was trying to balance resident concerns with attracting higher-value tourists. Senator Kim questioned her about the advisory structure, and Wong said she believed the Legislature had reduced HTA’s authority because of past conflicts but that the new board could help turn things around and possibly regain more authority in the future. The committee also heard testimony on Kimberly Algos and Terry Fisher. Algos was described by HTA and Tokioka as a strong leader and solid board member; Tokioka explained that she and another co-chair were selected because of their busy schedules and that the advisory board’s committees were created so members could contribute beyond the single statutory duty of selecting the chair, president, and CEO. Fisher was supported for his tour-operator experience and strategic planning work. In questioning, he endorsed performance-based contracting and accountability for contractors, while acknowledging that external events can affect results. He also said the convention center is critical infrastructure that should be repaired and used to help fill tourism lulls and attract major conferences. The hearing included supportive testimony from industry representatives, but no votes or final actions were taken in the portion provided.

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• Idaho Code to remove a provision regarding registration stickers.
• a correct code reference.
• Amending Section 49-402E, Idaho Code, to remove provisions regarding rental car stickers.
• Amending Section 49-411, Idaho Code, to remove language regarding validation stickers.
• Amending Section 49-434, Idaho Code, to remove language regarding validation stickers.

Summary: The House convened with 66 members present, approved the journal, and received committee reports noting the enrollment of House Concurrent Resolution 22 and the printing and committee referrals for House Joint Memorial 11 and House Bills 520-531. The chamber then moved through first reading of several new bills, including transportation measures on motor vehicle identity verification, registration and validation stickers, driver training, and transportation funding; local government bills on agricultural pests and open meeting public comment; and state affairs bills on governmental flags and temporary administrative rules. All of these new bills were referred for printing and further committee review. During third reading, the House granted unanimous consent to return House Bill 489 to the Judiciary and Rules Administration Committee so it could be replaced with a different version, and to hold House Bill 493 on the Third Reading Calendar for one legislative day. No floor votes were taken on the substantive bills in this transcript. The remainder of the meeting consisted of announcements recognizing visitors and groups at the Capitol, including ISU nursing students pursuing CRNA degrees, Idaho nurse practitioners, Capstone Student Legislature homeschool students, Nampa Councilwoman Debbie Skog, and University of Idaho Aggie Con students. Members also announced upcoming caucus and committee meetings, including a tax conformity caucus, and the House adjourned by motion until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

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• It was written for the City of Phoenix. The City of Phoenix no longer owns their 12,000-acre farm.
• In 2025, the city voted to adopt a 19% rate hike on customers living outside the city.
• In 2025, the city voted to adopt a 19% rate hike on customers living outside the city.
• Now, why would the in-city rates increase? You say that that will pay for the out-of-city rates?
• I happen to live in the county near the city. I have constituents in both the county and the city.

Bills: HB2042 , HB2052 , HB2055 , HB2056 , HB2094 , HB2098 , HB2185 , HB2328 , HB2758 , HB2798

Committee: House Natural Resources, Energy & Water

Keywords: solar radiation management, environment, prohibition, Arizona Revised Statutes, public health, complaint process, Attorney General, groundwater management, water conservation, irrigation, water supply, brackish groundwater, water supply development, desalination, water infrastructure, financial assistance, environmental reviews, brackish water, groundwater, water resources

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• </c> across the Twin Cities. across the Twin Cities.
• ,</c><00:37:22.760><c> especially</c> probably most of our cities, especially probably most of our cities
• ,</c><00:47:45.960><c> but</c> the for a long time in the cities, but the for a long time in the cities
• /c><00:50:29.120><c> council</c> cover school boards, city council cover school boards, city council
• </c> Whether we are reporting on a city Whether we are reporting on a city council<00:51:28.520><c> meeting

Committee: Senate Jobs and Economic Development

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• It was written for the City of Phoenix. The City of Phoenix no longer owns their 12,000-acre farm.
• Cities...
• In 2025, the city voted to adopt a 19% rate hike on customers living outside the city.
• Now, why would the in-city rates increase? You say that that will pay for the out-of-city rates?
• Now, why would the in-city rates increase? You say that that will pay for the out-of-city rates?

Committee: House House Natural Resources, Energy & Water Committee of Reference

Summary: The committee began by announcing that House Bill 2094 would be held and not heard that day, then received a lengthy update from Arizona Department of Water Resources Director Tom Buschatzky on Colorado River negotiations and post-2026 operating rules. He described Arizona’s legal position, the basin’s water allocations, current shortages, conservation efforts, and the state’s view that the Upper Basin should share more of the reductions and move more water from reservoirs above Lake Powell to Lake Mead. Members asked about tourism, recreation, tribal water rights, public outreach, and the role of the state’s delegation and the federal government. Buschatzky said Arizona has already made major conservation cuts and that further reductions are likely, whether by agreement or federal action, and emphasized ongoing negotiations and public meetings. The committee then heard House Bill 2758, which would expand McMullen Valley groundwater transfer rules to allow eligible entities, including private water companies, to withdraw and transport groundwater under specified conditions, with ADWR oversight and reporting requirements. Supporters argued the bill would provide a lawful, regulated way to move water for urban growth and housing needs, while opponents from La Paz County and rural advocacy groups said it would accelerate aquifer depletion, harm private wells, and benefit a New York hedge fund at the expense of local residents. After debate over guardrails, stakeholder outreach, and the impact on rural communities, the committee adopted the Griffin amendment and passed HB 2758 as amended on a 6-4 due-pass vote. Finally, the committee took up House Bill 2098, which revises bonding authority and public hearing notification requirements for county water augmentation authorities and allows such authorities to enter into local repayment agreements with WIFA. Pinal County officials and related stakeholders testified in support, saying the changes would help the Pinal County Water Augmentation Authority finance future water and infrastructure projects, including possible augmentation efforts tied to Bartlett Dam, and would clean up statutory language to match the authority’s needs. The transcript ends during testimony on HB 2098, before any committee vote on that bill is shown.

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• Speaker, I have the honor to inform you that pursuant to Title 67-412, Idaho Code, I have designated
• Administration Committee, an act relating to the public records act amending Section 74-105 Idaho Code
• by the addition of a new chapter 21 Title 48 Idaho Code to provide a short title to define terms to
• , to revise certain rulemaking authority, amending Chapter 55, Title 54, Idaho Code.
• , to provide correct code references; providing that certain administrative rules contained in IDAPA

Keywords: 989, all

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• Amending Chapter 21, Title 6, Idaho Code, by the addition of a new section 6-2110, Idaho Code, to establish
• Amending Chapter 1, Title 74, Idaho Code, by the addition of a new section 74-127, Idaho Code, to provide
• Amending Chapter 36, Title 63, Idaho Code, by the addition of a new section 63-3622H, Idaho Code, to
• , to remove a code reference; and declaring an emergency and providing effective dates.
• Outboards are certainly allowed, and that’s in our code now.

Summary: The House convened with 67 members present, approved the February 11, 2026 journal, and received several communications, including a temporary substitute appointment for Legislative District 19 and a Transportation and Defense Committee recommendation to approve most Idaho Transportation Department rules while rejecting one license-plate provision rule. The chamber also received notice that Governor Little signed House Bill 559 and committee reports on multiple bills and resolutions, including printing and referral actions for new legislation. During third reading, House Bill 540 passed 69-0, expanding juvenile corrections records protections to match those of the Department of Corrections. House Bill 541 also passed 69-0, broadening child enticement law to include 16- and 17-year-olds when the offender is at least five years older, with supporters citing online grooming and sextortion concerns. Senate Bill 1222 passed 69-1, clarifying that prior water-related law applies prospectively and defining subdivisions as five or more lots, and Senate Joint Memorial 108 passed by voice vote urging federal agencies to stop discouraging graziers from seeking wolf and grizzly depredation compensation. House Bill 569, a bill to expand water skiing rules and safety requirements for certain early-morning open-water skiing, failed 31-38 after extended debate over its scope and safety provisions. The House also advanced or held several other measures, including House Joint Memorial 12 and Senate Bill 1225, and announced upcoming committee meetings. The session ended with a motion to adjourn, which passed, and the House adjourned until 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

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Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Budget Review Subcommittee on Health and Family Services held its first meeting and received an overview from the Department for Medicaid Services on Medicaid’s behavioral health and substance use disorder services. Commissioner Lisa Lee and CFO Steve Beal said Kentucky Medicaid serves about 1.4 million members, including over half of Kentucky children, with 485,000 expansion members, more than 69,000 enrolled providers, and total fiscal year 2024 expenditures of $18.5 billion. They said Kentucky covers a broad range of behavioral health services, and behavioral health provider enrollment has grown from a little over 4,500 in 2019 to nearly 8,000 in 2024. They also described how Medicaid spending and utilization are tracked through claims and encounter data, with most members served through managed care organizations. Members focused on sharp increases in certain behavioral health billing codes, especially peer-to-peer services, and asked about reimbursement, utilization review, and whether the growth reflected increased need or expanded coverage. DMS said the rise was partly tied to combining facility and nonfacility behavioral health fee schedules in 2023, choosing the higher reimbursement rate to avoid cuts, and that the department has seen an uptick in peer-to-peer services. In response to concerns about overutilization, DMS said it mailed a letter to behavioral health providers, is considering limits and prior authorizations for some services, and plans to create a standardized monthly behavioral health report to monitor trends consistently and identify when controls may be needed. Lawmakers also asked whether the provider network is sufficient and whether access is adequate, especially for children. DMS said provider enrollment has expanded because behavioral health services were added to Medicaid in 2014 and because demand increased after COVID, but acknowledged studies showing children have less access than adults and said that would be an area of focus. The department said managed care organizations are required to ensure access to needed services and that current trends indicate access is available, though one member disagreed and said workforce shortages remain a major concern. Another member asked about non-emergency medical transportation spending, and DMS explained that it is handled through a capitated arrangement administered by the Transportation Cabinet rather than directly by the managed care organizations.

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• Counties and cities need predictability if we expect them to build long-term homelessness strategies.
• I'm supportive of the $418 million allocation for the transit and inner-city rail capital program and
• involved in both either as a staff or now as a member or in the administration, plus 23 budgets in City
• How can we thrive like other Californians from the counties and from other cities?
• Hi, Caroline Grindr, on behalf of the League of California Cities, here to thank the Legislature for

Committee: Senate Budget and Fiscal Review

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• President, your Committee on Government, having under consideration Senate Bill 1167 relating to cities
• Allowing cities and counties to satisfy notice requirements solely through their own websites shifts
• These independent newspapers may rely on these fees that they get from cities, and why not?
• We have very little coverage of city news these days. We see Gannett gobbling up the news chains.
• This is all sorts of city or other state, et cetera, government spaces.

Summary: The Senate met in several Committee of the Whole sessions to consider a large number of bills, with most measures receiving do-pass recommendations and several being amended before advancing. Early action included bills on fentanyl penalties (SB 1061), firearm suppressors/prohibited weapons (SB 1069), DCS attorney appearance and hotline/case-history access (SB 1081 and SB 1174), mandatory reporting and scrap metal theft (SB 1127 and SB 1128), and a narcotic-drug-to-minor offense bill (SB 1170). Senators Ortiz, Kuby, and others argued against the drug bills as harmful mandatory-minimum policies that would reduce judicial discretion and worsen addiction and incarceration outcomes, while supporters framed them as public-safety measures. SB 1170 ultimately failed on third reading; SB 1061, SB 1069, SB 1127, SB 1128, SB 1171, SB 1174, and SB 1188 passed, while SB 1021 later failed after concerns were raised about possible federal anti-kickback conflicts. The chamber also advanced health-care and regulatory measures, including chiropractic board compliance training (SB 1021), radiation protection and health-care institution requirements (SB 1120 and SB 1121), health care cost containment system changes (SB 1171), and pharmacy scheduling/prescription authority (SB 1188). Several of these bills were amended with technical changes or rulemaking authority, and most passed on third reading. SB 1243 and SB 1244 on court-ordered treatment also moved forward after amendments; supporters said the changes would improve notice and allow guardians or agencies to act more effectively, while opponents warned about due-process concerns and expanded coercive treatment authority. In later calendars, the Senate considered local planning and permitting (SB 1241), school access and GED preparation (SB 1166 and SB 1370), water and groundwater issues (SB 1202 and SB 1287), tax and finance measures (SB 1180, SB 1221, SB 1293, SB 1294, and SB 1429), and a constitutional resolution on legislative boundaries (SCR 1031). SB 1166 was amended to limit GED preparation to grades 11 and 12, SB 1241 and SB 1287 received technical amendments, and SB 1180 was clarified to align tax forms with federal conformity. SB 1075 on foreign entities and land sales drew the most debate: an Ortiz amendment would have shifted it toward corporate homebuyer restrictions and housing affordability, but that amendment was defeated on a roll call vote before the bill advanced as amended. Most remaining measures passed their third readings, with the Senate adopting Committee of the Whole reports and transmitting the approved bills to the House.

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• As the larger donation center shut down and people find long-term temporary housing in cities, counties
• , and even states away, how will the state... ...term temporary housing in cities, counties, and even
• The city of Paradise was gone, and we kind of turn our backs to some of our rural areas, like they'll
• The County of Los Angeles, along with its city partners, have stood up a set of nine or ten recovery
• We live in that city as well, and we felt that we wanted to be able to connect with our community.

Summary: The Assembly Health Committee held an informational hearing on the health impacts of wildfires and the effects on health care systems and access to care. The first panel focused on public health consequences, with testimony from UCLA and UCSF physicians, a community organizer, and an Altadena recovery leader. Witnesses described acute and long-term physical harms from wildfire smoke and ash, including asthma and COPD exacerbations, cardiovascular and stroke risks, pregnancy impacts, infection risk, and possible added hazards from lithium-ion battery fires. They also emphasized mental health effects such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, “firebrain,” and the need for psychological first aid, trauma-informed community networks, and youth-focused resilience programs. Community advocates stressed that Latine, Indigenous, undocumented, and Black communities face disproportionate harm because of language barriers, unsafe work conditions, lack of insurance, and exclusion from disaster aid, and they called for stronger language access, worker protections, permanent disaster relief, and better outreach. Committee members asked about air monitoring, masks, wind events, lithium-ion batteries, and how to reach communities with translation and emergency information. Panelists said AQI is useful but incomplete, that N95s help for smoke but P100 masks are needed for ash/asbestos exposure, and that communities should be warned to stay indoors and avoid windy dust-ups after fires. They also discussed the importance of building relationships during non-emergency periods, using text alerts and trusted community organizations, and providing culturally and linguistically appropriate information. Several members and witnesses highlighted the need for more research on long-term health effects, especially for people with chronic lung disease, workers who cannot stay indoors, and residents exposed to repeated disasters. The second panel addressed health care system response and access to care. DHCS and DMHC described emergency flexibilities used during the Southern California fires, including federal waivers, extended Medi-Cal renewal deadlines, reinstated coverage for some disenrolled members, suspension of prior authorization and prescription refill barriers, out-of-network access at in-network cost-sharing, and communication through websites, toll-free numbers, and social media. Hospital and community health center leaders described major operational strain: emergency room surges, canceled surgeries, dialysis disruptions, staff displacement, temporary housing needs, and financial losses. Huntington Health and AltaMed reported using incident command systems, temporary care spaces, bilingual and culturally tailored services, mobile clinics, infection control measures, and community health workers to keep care going. Members and witnesses also discussed the need for better disaster staffing pools, more flexible facility rules, stronger mental health coverage, child care planning, and statewide coordination for future emergencies; no formal votes were taken.

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• Class 1A is where hearts beat talent, where small towns prove that greatness has no zip code.
• </c><00:24:14.640><c> The</c><00:24:14.799><c> Blue</c> that greatness has no zip code.
• The Blue that greatness has no zip code.
• Seymour began his public service in the 1970s, first as Anaheim City Councilman and later serving as
• </c> the 1970s, first as Anaheim City the 1970s, first as Anaheim City Councilman<02:12:27.599><c> and

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Thursday, April 23, 2026, 1012, house, all