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CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • In addition to cost protections, reporting by IBW shows that between 45% to 70% of a data center's budget
  • In addition to cost protections, reporting by IBW shows that between 45% to 70% of a data center's budget
  • So I respectfully request an aye vote. Thank you. We have a motion from Senator DeRasso.
  • As requested, I am committed to specifically work on defining staffing agency and to make it clear that
  • And for those reasons, we respectfully request your support for SB 1046. Thank you.
Summary: The committee heard several bills focused on workplace technology, labor protections, and data center oversight. SB 947, the No Robo Bosses Act of 2026, would require human review before automated systems are used in discipline, termination, or deactivation decisions and would ban predictive behavior analysis in the workplace. Labor groups, worker advocates, and privacy organizations supported the bill, arguing AI can be biased and should not make life-changing employment decisions without human judgment. Business groups opposed it, saying it was broader than prior versions, could interfere with workplace safety tools, and should not include a private right of action or cover independent contractors. After discussion about due process and accountability, the bill passed the committee 3-1 and was sent to the Senate Committee on Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection. SB 978, the Data Center Community Accountability Act, would require data centers to pay upfront for new transmission or distribution infrastructure, create a separate rate structure so costs are not shifted to other ratepayers, and include skilled-and-trained labor standards for construction. Supporters said the bill would protect ratepayers, create good construction jobs, and encourage zero-carbon energy development. Opponents, including the Data Center Coalition and Silicon Valley Leadership Group, argued the CPUC already has ongoing proceedings on these issues and warned the bill could single out one industry and discourage investment. The committee members emphasized labor standards and community concerns, and the bill passed 3-0 to the Senate Committee on Appropriations. SB 951, the California Worker Technological Displacement Act, would expand WARN-style notice requirements for layoffs caused by AI or automation, require reporting to workers, local government, and EDD, and give displaced workers first consideration for other openings. Supporters said the bill responds to rapid AI-driven layoffs and would provide needed transparency and data. Opponents said the definitions were too broad, the notice requirements too burdensome, and the bill conflicted with existing WARN law; they also objected to the private right of action and inclusion of independent contractors. The committee discussed amendments clarifying that an employee may still be discharged for reasonable and substantiated cause during the notice period. The bill passed 3-1 to the Senate Committee on Privacy, Digital Technologies, and Consumer Protection. The committee also approved SB 1032, which would create a licensing and regulatory framework for temporary staffing agencies, and SB 1046, which would direct Cal/OSHA to develop standards to protect lifeguards and park rangers from transboundary pollution in the Tijuana River Valley. SB 1032 drew support from labor and enforcement advocates who said it would help stop staffing fraud, while staffing firms argued the bill was vague and could burden legitimate small businesses; it passed 3-1 to the Senate Committee on Judiciary. SB 1046 was supported by park workers and community groups describing health impacts from pollution and passed 4-0 to the Senate Committee on Appropriations. The committee also took up a consent item, which passed 4-0, and then adjourned.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee Apr 8th, 2026

Labor, Public Employment and Retirement

Transcript Highlights:
  • In addition to cost protections, reporting by IBW shows that between 45% to 70% of a data center's budget
  • So I'm for this... ...helping us to balance the state budget in a big way, so I'm for this notion of
  • So I respectfully request an aye vote. Thank you. We have a motion from Senator DeRasso.
  • As requested, I am committed to specifically work on defining staffing agency and to make it clear that
  • For those reasons, we respectfully request your support for SB 1046. Thank you.
Keywords: 987, senate, all
ID

Idaho 2026 Regular Session

Agenda Feb 17th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • The fiscal impacts on the local community are great, with already very tight budgets and limited funds
  • The fiscal impacts on the local community are great with already very tight budgets and limited funds
  • The fiscal impacts on the local community is great with already very tight budgets and limited funds.
  • I think that's a very reasonable request.
  • So my challenge and my request to you is to let the free market solve some of these problems, to deregulate
Summary: The Senate Commerce Committee approved the February 10, 2026 minutes and then took up several housing bills from Senator Taves. SB 1277 would have required statewide allowance of accessory dwelling units and limited local restrictions; testimony was split between supporters who said ADUs can expand attainable housing and help families, and opponents who raised concerns about infrastructure, parking, height limits, short-term rentals, HOA/covenant issues, and local control. Senator Taves said he was willing to amend the bill to address height limits, HOA language, and a private cause of action, but the committee ultimately voted 5-4 to hold SB 1277 in committee. The committee then heard SB 1279, which would have promoted smaller starter-home subdivisions and allowed incentives for smaller lots and setbacks. Supporters argued it would help first-time buyers and give builders more flexibility, while opponents said the bill was too broad, too fast, and could create density and infrastructure problems. After testimony and discussion, the committee voted 5-4 to hold SB 1279 in committee as well. Next, SB 1280 proposed allowing duplexes and twin homes in single-family residential areas. Testimony again centered on housing supply versus local infrastructure, with county and city officials warning about septic, water, and retroactive covenant issues, while real estate testimony supported more lower-cost housing options. Senator Taves said he was open to amendments, but the committee voted 5-4 to hold SB 1280 in committee. Finally, SB 1276, which would remove the sunset on a PERSI provision allowing retired teachers and other retirees to return to work, received supportive testimony from the sponsor and PERSI’s director, who said there would be no negative impact on the retirement system; the committee voted to send SB 1276 to the floor with a do-pass recommendation. The meeting ended with an informational presentation on PERSI COLA concerns from retired public employees, followed by adjournment.
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Transportation Jan 29th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • I can assure you that the bill has the attention of our... ...45% of my annual budget.
  • I'm requesting your support for House Bill 2347, which repeals the devastating negative impacts of general
  • I'm requesting your support for House Bill 2347, which repeals the devastating negative impacts of general
  • Requesting committee passage of House Bill 2347, as your support of this bill is in the best interest
  • I will not read it to you, but the budget did direct the Commission to do this work.
Summary: The committee first held a public hearing on House Bill 2410, which would establish a commercial truck safety and education council, increase the commercial vehicle safety enforcement fee from $16 to $32, and direct the new revenue to a dedicated account for truck safety and training programs. Committee staff outlined the bill’s CDL and training requirements, council structure, confidentiality provisions, and fiscal impacts. The prime sponsor said the bill was intended to improve truck safety through industry-led education and noted that a substitute was expected because details still needed work. Testimony from the Washington Trucking Associations, insurers, the Association of Washington Business, and the Washington Traffic Safety Commission was generally supportive of the safety goals, though the commission said operational details and agency roles still needed clarification. No vote was taken on the bill during the hearing. The committee then heard House Bill 2347, which would repeal the recently enacted luxury aircraft tax on non-commercial aircraft valued above $500,000. Staff explained that the tax is scheduled to take effect April 1 and that repeal would reduce revenue to the Sustainable Aviation Fuel account. Representative Dent, the sponsor, argued the tax is harming business aviation, emergency services, wildfire response, agricultural operations, and rural access, and said aircraft and related jobs were already leaving the state. Most public testimony came from aviation businesses, airport operators, industry associations, and related employers, all urging repeal and warning of aircraft departures, lost hangar tenants, reduced fuel sales, and job losses. One witness from the Port of Seattle supported addressing the tax’s impact but urged working toward a narrower fix rather than full repeal so sustainable aviation fuel funding would remain stable. After closing the hearing on HB 2347, the committee received a work session on tolling technology. Transportation Commission staff presented the results of a pilot using a smartphone app to support toll collection, explaining that the current tolling system remains accurate but that new technologies could reduce costs and improve flexibility over time. The pilot found high accuracy when the app was paired to a vehicle by Bluetooth, lower accuracy without pairing, strong customer satisfaction, and some privacy concerns. The commission recommended keeping the current system in place for now, conducting a more fully operational smartphone-based pilot in the near term, and eventually developing a broader technology marketplace for future tolling systems. Members asked about the role of tags versus apps, video tolling accuracy, and the timeline for replacing existing tolling methods. The meeting ended with adjournment for caucus.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
  • So if you remember that during budget season and this is the Budget Committee week, we appointed to the
  • But I do suspect with this being the Budget Committee, the president, my fellow trustees, would always
  • We are going to request an extension. So we have plenty of time to discuss things.
  • We will be contacting you to let you know our time frame and we request that you have come via zoom this
  • And I would request that you do that as you move forward and is Senator Calatayud a remark?
Keywords: 999, senate, all
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • So can I ask, are you seeing any of the impacts of those costs yet on NORTHCOM's budget and...
  • And do you know if Transcom is... if that's... those flights are coming out of Transcom's budget?
  • Chairman, I would hope that this committee would request information about the cost of those flights
  • Anytime civilian authorities ask DOD for help, DOD is supposed to evaluate the request based on six criteria
  • as you're likely aware, this expansion comes with a range of costs. that will impact the overall budget
Summary: In this meeting, key topics included national security concerns with an emphasis on threats from China, Russia, and transnational criminal organizations. Senior military officials provided testimony on the evolving risks posed by these adversaries, particularly focusing on cybersecurity and advancements in weaponry. The discussion highlighted the importance of a cohesive strategy among government departments to effectively respond to the challenges presented by these threats, emphasizing the need for modernization in defense capabilities. Committee members grilled the witnesses on border security and the implications of deploying military resources in domestic operations.
PA

Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Session (Jun 22 2026)

Pennsylvania Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Pittman requests capital leave for Senators Martin and Robinson, and Senator Costa requests capital
  • Senator Pittman requests that Senate Bill 599, 729, 729, 729.
  • President, request Senate Bill 857 go over in its order.
  • Senator Pittman requested Senate Bill 857 go over in its order.
  • President, request Senate Bill 907 go over in its order.
Summary: The Senate convened with prayer by Senator Anthony H. Williams and the Pledge of Allegiance, then received gubernatorial communications and a long list of newly referred Senate and House bills and resolutions. The chamber approved the April 22, 2026 journal by a 49-0 vote. Senators also introduced guests, including a high school senior advisory council visiting with Senator Malone and a young guest welcomed by Senator Costa. On the floor, several bills were taken up and either set aside or advanced. Senate Bill 1377 and Senate Bill 482 were re-referred to Appropriations, Senate Bill 906 was re-referred to Rules and Executive Nominations, and Senate Bills 1133, 1334, and 1368 were also sent to Appropriations. Senator Dush requested a conflict-of-interest ruling on an amendment to Senate Bill 469; the chair ruled no conflict existed and required him to vote, and the amendment was adopted. The Senate also took Senate Bill 127 from the table and placed it on the calendar. The Senate then considered Supplemental Calendar Number One. Senate Bill 362 received a technical amendment and was advanced; Senate Bill 1183 passed 50-0; Senate Bill 1352, which would allow qualifying substance use disorder treatment providers to receive two-year licenses, passed 45-5 after supportive remarks from Senators Brooks, Tartaglione, and Street; and House Bill 1877, codifying the Pennsylvania seal of biliteracy, passed 50-0 after Senator Lindsey Williams described its student-led origins. The session ended with committee announcements for the next day and Senator Tartaglione’s petition urging a floor vote on the House-passed minimum wage bill, House Bill 2189.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
  • Meanwhile, we're the ones advocating for bills and budget requests to backfill HR1's cuts, so the working
  • service priorities like immigrant legal aid and food and health care benefits were funded in the state budget
  • Meanwhile, we're the ones advocating for bills and budget requests to backfill HR1's cuts, so the working
  • service priorities like immigrant legal aid and food and health care benefits were funded in the state budget
  • We are also grateful that the state budget included funding to ensure Medi-Cal providers can continue
Keywords: 988, house, all
LA
Transcript Highlights:
  • in Senate Commerce with reporting transactions submitted to the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget
  • So they have not previously been budgeting for it. They've not previously been receiving it.
  • They've managed some pretty big budgets down there at the local levels. Thank you, Senator Jenkins.
  • President will provide information if requested.
  • And this may incentivize also to get these projects completed quicker and under budget so they can use
Summary: The Senate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs met on May 11, 2026, approved the April 27 minutes, and then took up several House bills. HB 618, by Rep. McMakin, would update Louisiana Economic Development fees and filing charges by indexing them to inflation and allowing some discretion to waive or reduce fees for small businesses; it was reported favorable. HB 732, by Rep. Owen, drew extensive discussion because it combined two issues: temporary OMV relief for a hospice-related ID problem and a suspension of the new hybrid vehicle road usage fee. Members and the OMV commissioner raised constitutional and drafting concerns about waiving or eliminating obligations, and the committee discussed how newer vehicle classifications blur the line between electric, hybrid, and gas-powered vehicles. The committee ultimately reported HB 732 favorable, with the understanding that amendments and further work would be needed before floor action. The committee also reported favorable on HB 217 and HB 214 by Rep. Henry, which would authorize local governments to grant property tax exemptions for the rehabilitation of blighted property and place the related constitutional amendment before voters. Testimony emphasized that the measure is permissive for local governments, applies only after a property is formally blighted and rehabilitated, and is intended to encourage redevelopment while preserving some tax revenue. Members discussed the exemption level, duration, and the need for clearer definitions of blight, but no objections were raised. HB 593, also by Rep. Henry, would raise the maximum service fee for OMV public tag agent offices statewide; the commissioner explained that many offices are locally operated and that the increase would help cover costs, and the bill was reported favorable. Later, HB 514 and HB 961, by Rep. Foreman, were reported favorable. HB 514 would allow local governments, by referendum, to provide additional property tax relief for seniors who meet income and freeze requirements, with phased age-based eligibility steps; HB 961 would extend a similar concept to certain homesteads held in trust. Members discussed the optional local nature of the program and the need to avoid overly broad rules. HB 908, by Rep. Mina, would increase certain Secretary of State business services fees to support operations and system upgrades; agency officials said the fees had not been comprehensively adjusted since 2013 and remained below regional averages, and the bill was reported favorable. The committee then heard an informational update on the capital outlay bill from the Division of Administration, including the use of bundled projects for universities and DOTD, the status of P1/P2/P5 funding, and available cash capacity. Finally, HB 1010, by Rep. Deshotel, was reported favorable after brief discussion; it would require assessors to report property tax collections to the Louisiana Tax Commission for centralized public reporting.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Municipal May 7th, 2026

Municipal

Transcript Highlights:
  • read some more cards in: Paul Rainwater, who is present in support, will provide information if requested
  • It has an operating budget of $434 million, a capital budget of $360 million, and more than 1,200 employees
  • training that we propose will include municipal law and governance, roles of mayors and councils, budgeting
  • training that we propose will include municipal law and governance, roles of mayors and councils, budgeting
  • We have one card and present will provide information if requested.
Bills: SB348 , SB444 , SB485 , SB517 , HB87 , HB115 , HB162 , HB362 , HB368 , HB377 , HB431 , HB441 , HB466 , HB664 , HB741 , HB822 , HB990 , HB1243
Committee: Senate Municipal
Summary: The committee on local and municipal affairs met on May 7, 2026, approved the prior meeting minutes, and then took up a series of local bills. HB 362 creating the Regency Park Towns Townhomes Crime Prevention and Security District in Orleans Parish was reported favorably without objection. HB 822, dealing with nonprofit entities that hold appointments on boards and commissions while not in good standing with the Secretary of State, drew questions about whether it targeted a specific entity and about how long an entity should be out of good standing; the committee adopted an amendment changing the trigger to three consecutive years and then reported the bill as amended. A major portion of the meeting focused on HB 1243, which would give the Orleans Parish City Council more authority over the Sewer and Water Board. The sponsor, Council President J.P. Morrell, and Representative Hilfordy argued the bill would move New Orleans toward a more local, responsive public-works model and help address long-standing dysfunction. The Bureau of Governmental Research testified that it supported increased local control but urged a formal study or transition plan so the city would document the future governance structure. Despite those concerns, the committee adopted an amendment clarifying ownership of assets and then reported HB 1243 as amended. The committee also handled several St. George bills and other local measures. SB 348, allowing third-party administrative support for motor vehicle enforcement, and SB 444, granting expropriation authority for certain public projects, were reported favorably. SB 485, transferring insurance premium tax authority to the City of St. George, was initially amended but then reconsidered; the amendment was stripped and the bill was reported favorably. HB 990, concerning Jefferson Parish and unpaid water/sewer bills on multifamily properties, HB 466 on West Feliciana Parish property-tax rebates, HB 664 raising parish ordinance fines, HB 87 increasing per diem for a Livingston Parish gas utility district board, HB 115 abolishing the police chief for the Village of Edgefield, HB 741 creating emergency housing vouchers for human trafficking survivors, HB 377 removing civil-service pay restrictions for state examiners, HB 162 updating a crime prevention district fee, HB 368 raising fines for improper demolition of historic properties, and HB 441 returning Sewer and Water Board employees to city civil service were all reported favorably, most without objection. HB 431, requiring mayors to complete 16 hours of annual training, was amended to add continuing legal education and national conferences and then reported as amended. The committee adjourned after completing its agenda.
FL

Florida 2026 4th Special Session

February 10, 2026 - 09:00 AM

Transcript Highlights:
  • free and timely access to all district documents and allow school board Senator Leek: members to request
  • information from staff, authorizes consultation with the Chief Financial Officer, access to any budget
  • line item or financial transaction details, and requires the budget information shall be posted on district
  • Donna Rossiter: We also need the line item budget so we know what we were spending.
  • District budgets are presented as categorical and static line items and it makes it impossible to track
FL

Florida 2025 Regular Session

December 9, 2025 - 03:00 PM

Transcript Highlights:
  • >> Higher Education Budget Subcommittee will come to order.
  • I want to welcome everyone to the head indication Budget Subcommittee.
  • request for session.
  • I worked to one of our regional universities is a budget manager in our largest college, the College
  • The board of Trustees has to bring that request of the board of Governors.
US
Transcript Highlights:
  • While I left the joint committee in 1998, I continued to serve at the request of Speaker Newt Gingrich
  • and for businesses and the current policy baseline is consistent with the way in which since the 74 Budget
  • But, look, the Congressional Budget Office. non-partisan scorekeeper says that the Republican tax plan
  • them, who lays out how the Joint Committee approaches revenue. based on the direction from the 74 Budget
  • So the point with Vietnam that is making more broadly is is they run a the Vietnam run a budget deficit
Summary: The committee convened to discuss various bills and nominees, including the critical nominations of William Kimmett for Undersecretary of Commerce for International Trade and Ken Keyes for Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy at the Treasury Department. Discussions highlighted the nominees' roles in managing critical trade and tax policies amidst rising economic concerns, particularly focusing on inflation and its impact on American families. Members expressed both support and skepticism, emphasizing the significance of fostering fair trade practices and ensuring tax policies that benefit the middle-class amidst claims of an agenda favoring affluent individuals and corporations.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/27/25

Health and Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c><00:02:44.160><c> So</c> of Health revised budget changes. So of Health revised budget changes.
  • </c> you know changing our budget approach. you know changing our budget approach.
  • </c> committee. the Elise Bailey, budget committee. the Elise Bailey, budget director<00:42:44.240><c
  • </c><00:43:42.800><c> and</c> between doing the original budget and between doing the original budget
  • The budget used to be two and a half trillion for the whole federal budget, um, and people cautioned
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

IC - Indian Affairs Jul 16th, 2025

House Government, Elections & Indian Affairs

Transcript Highlights:
  • Is to create a source of resources that will be more stable than whatever the general budget can squeeze
  • And given how volatile our budget is, it was important to us to have a source of resources dedicated
  • We have the resources in the New Mexico budget.
  • So, from that respect, and dealing with finite budgets, I offer this as a subject to consider in this
  • Those are catastrophic events that can wipe out a budget wherever it's at.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Transportation - 03/09/26

Transportation

Transcript Highlights:
  • And I know I'm sure their budget is tight as well.
  • And I know I'm sure their budget is tight as well.
  • And I know I'm sure their budget is tight as well.
  • And I know I'm sure their budget is tight as well.
  • With our bonding request for project.
Keywords: 1187, senate, all
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Standing Committee on Appropriations and Revenue (4-15-26)

Appropriations & Revenue

Transcript Highlights:
  • Uh, because of the interaction of House Bill 500 in the budget system, there might have been additional
  • Emergency fire suppression, a certain NGE authority with limit, uh, per the governor's request, received
  • NGE authority with limit uh per the NGE authority with limit uh per the governor's<00:05:01.240><c> request
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WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Appropriations Feb 19th, 2026

Transcript Highlights:
  • As you know, we're going to be having a budget release over the weekend.
  • And the committee amendment deadlines are requests.
  • Requests to staff by Tuesday, February 24th, the day after the hearing, at 10 a.m.
Summary: The House Appropriations Committee held a public hearing on Senate Bill 6103, which would make Medicaid payments for services provided by rural emergency hospitals subject to appropriation. Committee staff explained that rural emergency hospitals are a federal Medicare provider type created in 2020, that they may provide emergency and limited outpatient services but not general inpatient care, and that Washington currently has no designated rural emergency hospitals. The bill would update state law so these facilities can be recognized in the Medicaid statute; staff said the fiscal note showed no fiscal impact. Public testimony was entirely in support. Lisa Thatcher of the Washington State Hospital Association said the bill is needed to align state law with the federal designation, allow cost-based reimbursement similar to critical access hospitals, and preserve eligibility for SNAP-related payment treatment. Todd Nida, CEO of East Adams Rural Health Care, said his facility is seeking to become the first rural emergency hospital in Washington and warned that without the bill, conversion would reduce reimbursement and threaten financial viability. No opposition was presented, and the chair closed the public hearing on SB 6103. The committee then announced upcoming budget release, hearing, amendment, and executive action dates, and adjourned.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Administration of Criminal Justice Apr 15th, 2026

Administration of Criminal Justice

Transcript Highlights:
  • And Chris Stelly with LED will provide information if requested. Mr.
  • I have a request from reporting for a personal privilege. Thank you, Madam Chair.
  • present a budget that was stable because we didn't have the money.
  • You said that you would provide information requested.
  • We have a blue card, but not wishing to speak unless requested for information.
Summary: The committee first took up HB 74, which would create a Louisiana Spectrum Alert for missing persons with autism spectrum disorder. Representative Eccles said the alert would be modeled on Amber and senior alerts and could be absorbed within existing resources. The committee heard emotional support testimony from a parent describing the dangers of elopement and drowning risks for autistic children, and several members voiced support. HB 74 was reported favorably. Members then considered HB 1033 and HB 1034 by Chairman Bacala. HB 1033 expands the statutory definition of critical infrastructure to include additional facilities such as airports, spaceports, aerospace facilities, mass transit, government facilities, military installations, and oil and gas exploration platforms. It drew mostly support from economic development and law enforcement groups, with one opposition card from the Sierra Club, and was reported favorably. HB 1034 authorizes parish presidents, mayors, sheriffs, police chiefs, and chief executive officers to establish temporary protection zones for public safety for up to 72 hours, with a warning before criminal penalties attach. The committee adopted an amendment clarifying that the bill cannot be used in a manner inconsistent with state firearms preemption law, heard concerns from the ACLU about vagueness and possible overreach, and then reported the bill favorably as amended. HB 59, by Representative Marcel, would require East Baton Rouge Parish and its municipalities to fund the 19th Judicial District public defender’s office in a manner parallel to the district attorney funding structure. The bill drew support from the public defender, the district attorney, and the state public defender, but several members raised concerns that the language could create an unfunded mandate or litigation risk for local governments. Despite those concerns, the committee reported HB 59 favorably. HB 175, as amended, redirected $500,000 annually from Louisiana Lottery net proceeds into a Veterans Service Grant Fund administered by a new board in the Department of Veterans Affairs; testimony emphasized support for veterans programs, treatment courts, homelessness services, and community organizations, and the bill was reported favorably as amended. The committee also advanced HB 568, which increases penalties for drug-free school zone violations involving open marijuana use and other drug activity. Supporters said the bill would give law enforcement and prosecutors a clearer tool to address visible drug use near schools and large events, while opponents warned it could over-criminalize marijuana and create proof problems. The committee reported HB 568 favorably. Finally, HB 525, which requires DPS&C to publish certain incarceration data online, was amended to remove parish jail census data after DPS&C said it would not post that portion; the department said it would publish the remaining data and codebook online. The committee then reported HB 525 favorably as amended.
CA

California 2025-2026 Regular Session

Assembly Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism Committee Apr 7th, 2026

Arts, Entertainment, Sports, and Tourism

Transcript Highlights:
  • Member Lowenthal, originally scheduled for this hearing, has been pulled from today's agenda at the request
  • Thank you, and respectfully request your aye vote.
  • So appreciate all the kind comments, appreciate the support, and respectfully request your aye vote.
  • Appreciate all the kind comments, appreciate the support, and respectfully request your aye vote.
  • I've submitted a pending budget request to establish separate funding for this post-production credit
Keywords: 988, house, all