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• H.R. 1 are some things that I'm not sure I quickly picked up and followed, and I'd love some more feedback
• of all of that, I think we're trying to get a better sense of when we can provide more specific feedback
• of all of that, I think we're trying to get a better sense of when we can provide more specific feedback
• about our state-specific impacts based on analysis that we're doing. can provide more specific feedback
• depending on the need, of both knowledge and clinical skills through direct observation, multisource feedback

Summary: The committee first received an update on the effects of HR1 and related federal Medicaid and marketplace changes from Governor’s Office and Health Care Authority staff. Presenters said the most immediate coverage losses are expected in the individual market beginning in January, with premium increases and an estimated 80,000 people potentially unable to afford coverage. They warned that larger Medicaid impacts will follow over the next year and beyond, including tighter eligibility checks, work requirements, reduced retroactive coverage, limits on state-directed payments and provider taxes, new cost-sharing, and changes affecting certain non-citizen adults. They also said the state plans to seek a waiver or extension for work requirements and will continue to analyze impacts, including on rural providers and Planned Parenthood-related services. Members asked about the effect on nursing homes, rural hospitals, and how the state can help providers and enrollees navigate the new requirements; staff said timelines and a state-specific implementation chart are being developed. The committee then heard a report on the International Medical Graduate Work Group and Washington’s efforts to create pathways for internationally trained physicians. Testimony described the clinical experience license, the clinical evaluation assessment tool, grant funding for IMG support organizations, and a new hardship waiver process enacted this year. National presenters said many states have adopted similar pathways because of physician shortages, but Washington and Tennessee are among the few states that have actually issued licenses so far. They recommended clear guardrails, an employment offer before application, ECFMG certification, supervised practice, and data collection to avoid exploitation and protect patients. Members asked about state-to-state variation, retention of IMGs, and whether Washington should pursue dedicated residency or preceptorship options; presenters said the key next step is moving successful participants from supervised experience to a durable long-term license. The final topic was implementation of Washington’s Apple Health doula benefit and the statewide doula hub and referral system. Senator T’wina Nobles highlighted the state’s $3,500 per-birth Medicaid reimbursement rate for doulas and the importance of the hub for referrals, training, and billing. Health Care Authority staff said the benefit launched January 1, 2025, and covers prenatal intake, labor and delivery, postpartum visits, and telehealth-supported services. They reported 336 state-certified doulas, 134 enrolled in Apple Health, 287 unique clients served, and 641 claims paid so far. Testimony emphasized doulas’ role in improving birth outcomes, reducing unnecessary interventions, and addressing racial disparities in maternal health, while noting that implementation is still early and ongoing.

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• Since its release, we have received extensive feedback from a wide range of stakeholders, and I want
• where our patient and residential units are— which is actually what has contributed to some of the feedback
• We look forward to reviewing all of their feedback in the RFI and using that to design the program.
• I’m wondering what their feedback is and how that would provide any kind of access for diapers to these
• responses from the hospitals and have been in contact with the California Hospital Association to gather feedback

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• The committee substitute reflects feedback from various stakeholders, including cities, counties, and
• This responds to local feedback about over-concentrating services downtown while still allowing urban
• Fourth, the clinical timelines tighten based on feedback from stakeholders.
• Based on feedback, this is outside the scope of their purview and would require significant restructuring
• Finally, based on feedback from them, we extend the deadline for the agency to establish guidelines to

Bills: SB2101, SB2334, SB2633, SB2637, SB2713, SB2781, SB2782, SB3059, HB 1130

Keywords: minors, sexually explicit materials, public libraries, age verification, civil penalties, library collection review, alcohol storage, airline permits, beverage regulations, airport, commercial flights, alcoholic beverages, local option election, zoning regulations, municipality control, land use, state law, social media, bot accounts, misinformation

Summary: The committee first reopened public testimony on Senate Bill 2713, which concerned protections for freedom of conscience in the context of Realtor association discipline. Texas Realtors representatives testified that their organization is a separate Texas legal entity but affiliated with the National Association of Realtors through a charter and code of ethics. They said Texas Realtors is neutral on SB 2713, that their ethics process is focused on fair housing and equal professional service, and that they have not suspended or terminated anyone in Texas for religious or political speech. Senators pressed them on whether national standards could override Texas law and on examples from other states; the witnesses said state and federal law control and that they would comply with Texas law if the bill passed. Public testimony then closed and SB 2713 was left pending. The committee then took up Senate Bill 1698 on e-cigarettes. Senator Parker explained a committee substitute that tightened enforcement, required distributor registration, expanded regulation to nicotine from any source, added restrictions on child-appealing packaging, authorized inspections and audits, and set compliance deadlines later in 2025 and 2026. After questions, the substitute was adopted and SB 1698, as substituted, was reported favorably to the full Senate on a 6-0 vote, with a recommendation for the local and uncontested calendar. Next, the committee considered Senate Bill 2487 on crisis and mental health facilities. Senator Parker described a substitute that renamed the program a crisis service model, allowed multiple county facilities, added local siting limits, expanded staffing options, shortened clinical timelines, required discharge referrals, directed law enforcement and EMS to transport people there first, and created local boards and expanded reporting. The substitute was adopted and the bill was reported favorably on a 6-0 vote, also recommended for the local and uncontested calendar. Senate Bill 2819, dealing with political activities of county elections administrators, was then reported favorably on a 6-0 vote and likewise sent to the local and uncontested calendar. Senate Bill 2043 was withdrawn. The committee spent substantial time on Senate Bill 2101, which would require municipal public libraries to move sexually explicit materials out of minors’ sections and impose age-verification and review requirements. Supporters argued the bill would protect children from explicit material in public libraries and that libraries should not be left to self-regulate. Opponents, including librarians, parents, authors, and ACLU representatives, argued the definitions were vague, the bill would be costly and burdensome for small libraries, could function as a book ban, and would restrict teens’ access to classics, research materials, and other books. Several witnesses said parents should make those decisions, not the state. The bill’s author said the committee substitute was still being worked on and asked witnesses to review it; public testimony remained open in the portion provided, with no final action on SB 2101 shown.

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• I've heard a lot of feedback from the state... ...and we've also had a very successful grant program.
• I've heard a lot of feedback from the state, from the local governments that are taking advantage of
• That was my feedback. Great. Thank you so much.
• That was my feedback. Great. Thank you so much.
• lack of efficiency around—there were, around, around a bill where they were to be taking consumer feedback

Summary: The subcommittee met to review agency travel, budget reduction exercises, and member reports from agency meetings. Early discussion focused on the Department of Management Services (DMS), where members questioned the cost of travel for four out-of-state data/cyber staff and the secretary’s absence. DMS defended the hires as highly specialized enterprise cybersecurity and data personnel, said the positions were lawfully paid and posted, and explained that the staff work on statewide data cataloging and cyber risk reduction rather than agency-by-agency systems. Members also raised concerns about fleet inventory discrepancies and requested follow-up information on hiring, travel, and data inventory timelines. The chair said she would consider travel guardrails and possible reductions, and noted that DMS, the Lottery, and the Florida Commission on Human Relations did not meet the requested reduction target, while the Public Employee Relations Commission did not submit reductions. The committee then heard from the Florida Lottery about the secretary’s trip to Paris for the World Lottery Convention. Lottery staff said the trip was reimbursed through the multi-state lottery organization and was intended to share best practices and improve operations, though members questioned the value of the travel and requested reimbursement records and the trip agenda. The subcommittee also reviewed agency reduction exercises from several agencies. The Department of Revenue exceeded its target and was praised for frugality; DFS, the Florida Gaming Control Commission, the Office of Financial Regulation, the Office of Insurance Regulation, the Public Service Commission, the Division of Administrative Hearings, and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation each described how they met or approached their reduction goals, often through vacancies, reversions, or expense cuts. OIR warned that further reductions could hurt insurance regulation capacity, while OFR and PSC said their reductions were based on historical reversions and lower post-COVID travel or vacancy levels. Members then reported back on agency meetings. DMS members raised fleet tracking, real property audits, salary studies, and health plan savings ideas, and asked for follow-up on the Florida PALM project, cybersecurity grants, and state IT modernization. DFS members said the agency was efficient and that its Palm-related work and insurance consumer programs were important. Lottery members emphasized the agency’s revenue generation for education and its low administrative overhead. Gaming Control members highlighted storage costs for seized gaming equipment and suggested technology-based alternatives. PERC members said a union-related law had doubled their workload and asked for more staffing and possible AI assistance. OIR members stressed the need for a Tampa satellite office and more resources to recruit and retain specialized staff. The chair closed by saying the committee would continue reviewing travel, staffing, and reductions with an eye toward taxpayer value and transparency.

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• We have to continue to ramp it up as it is used and as we get feedback that it's been very beneficial
• and sit in these classes, going through a day in the life of and understand the struggles and the feedback
• They provide targeted training to help teachers meet the performance metrics, engage in clear feedback
• I was able to accomplish these student. outcomes by reflecting on the evaluator feedback I received throughout
• We've been in meetings together, absolutely great working with you, and I've appreciated... your feedback

Bills: SB26, SB 26

Keywords: teacher compensation, education funding, public school educators, teacher retention, teacher designation, SB 26, Texas Property Code, colonia, colonias, Spanish translation, bilingual contract, real estate contract, executory contract, residential property, border county, international border, economically distressed area, consumer protection, language access, translator certified in Spanish

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• further identified a few key locations, five key locations across the state based on stakeholder feedback
• We'd love to hear your feedback and get your participation at our basin-hosted meetings this summer.
• Based on the stakeholder feedback we’ve received, I’ll start with Southwest.
• , and take that feedback and present you an implementation plan at your September Water Topics Overview
• The goal would be after we go through the basin-hosted meetings, all the public feedback, that we would

Keywords: 908, all

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• This level of intentional effort to work with grant applicants is also consistent with the feedback from
• 07:50.479><c> consistent</c><00:07:50.880><c> with</c><00:07:51.039><c> the</c><00:07:51.280><c> feedback
• </c><00:07:51.599><c> from</c> also consistent with the feedback from also consistent with the feedback
• I wanted to just quickly give feedback that I worked with my team in AIO and the application process
• There have been organizations feedback.

Bills: HF4148

Keywords: Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council, Outdoor Heritage Fund, executive director, natural resources, conservation, wetlands, prairies, forests, wildlife habitat, fish and game, bipartisan hiring, interview panel, legislative branch, Minnesota Statutes 97A.056, administrative expenses, nonpartisan staff, council governance, environment and natural resources, 1183, house

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• So that's good feedback.
• a</c><01:05:12.480><c> um</c><01:05:12.799><c> sort</c><01:05:13.039><c> of</c><01:05:13.200><c> feedback
• </c><01:05:13.599><c> on</c> there just be a um sort of feedback on there just be a um sort of feedback
• 05:50.640><c> additional</c> substantive and we get additional substantive and we get additional feedback
• I I think I'd want to get kind feedback.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• Thank you, Senator Murray, and we will pass that feedback on to the sponsor.
• This is one of the areas, as demonstrated by your feedback, where it is not partisan.

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Standing Committee on Codes met with Chair Senator Zellnor Myrie presiding and noted that several majority members were absent due to blizzard-related travel disruptions, though quorum was established through submitted votes. The committee took up a series of bills, mostly criminal justice and public safety measures, including Senate Prints 205, 362, 490, 630, 1192, 1285A, 2491, 3909, 4757, and 6121. Senator Murray participated in moving bills while making clear that his seconding did not necessarily indicate support, and Senator Salazar joined partway through the meeting. Several bills drew discussion or opposition. Senator Murray strongly opposed Senate Print 362, warning that its added waiting period for firearm-related approval could endanger people seeking protection from domestic violence or stalking. On Senate Print 490, counsel and members discussed whether the bill’s language required an additional incident after age 13, and Murray ultimately voted without recommendation pending clarification. Senate Print 2491, addressing peremptory challenges, was described as important because of the racial history of such challenges, though Murray voted in the negative. Senate Print 3909, the Phoenix Act relating to domestic violence responses, also drew criticism from Murray over language he viewed as overly racial and political, though the committee advanced it. The committee also highlighted support for Senate Print 4757, which would codify the SNUG violence-prevention program in law; members praised its success in communities and noted it would reduce reliance on annual budget negotiations. Actions taken included reporting several bills, referring Senate Print 1192 and 4757 to finance, and reporting Senate Print 6121 with Senator Murray recorded without recommendation. The meeting concluded after all agenda items were addressed.

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• Uh, the review process brought invaluable stakeholder feedback, which helped identify meaningful ways
• We received feedback from our members on potential changes needed to ensure the landowner compensation

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• We will also incorporate much of the extensive feedback that we've received from AB 519 working group
• And we gain feedback through that process on how we're doing.
• And we gain feedback through that process on how we're doing operationally to meet individual needs in
• And we gain feedback through that process on how we're doing.
• And we gain feedback through that process on how we're doing operationally to meet individual needs in

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• The other thing I wanted to clear up is that there is in this amendment, there's actually lots of feedback
• It includes additional feedback we got from those entities and includes some nonpartisan staff cleanup
• a bill that actually went through the process, had two committee hearings, and lots and lots of feedback
• A ton of feedback because, as I said earlier, MDVA, a lot of this they wrote and incorporated feedback
• Took feedback and made adjustments.

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• This bill comes in response to feedback we received from the state superintendent for public instruction
• This bill comes in response to feedback we received from the state superintendent for public instruction

Summary: The Assembly Communications and Conveyance Committee met with Chair Tasha Berner presiding and reviewed one item, AB 2790, a committee bill concerning the California Teleconnect Fund. The chair opened with extensive ground rules on orderly conduct and public comment, then the committee secretary called the roll and established a quorum. The bill was described as updating eligibility and administrative procedures for the CTF, clarifying treatment of non-instructional facilities, and revising how applicants coordinate CTF applications with the federal E-Rate program. Supporters said the measure responds to concerns raised in a prior oversight hearing about CPUC rulemaking that could make the program harder for schools and other eligible entities to use. Kim Lewis of CENIC said the bill would preserve continuity, stability, and fairness for broadband support to educational and research institutions, while Christina DeCaro of the California Library Association and Kimberly Rosenberger on behalf of Superintendent Tony Thurmond also voiced support. No opposition testimony was presented. The committee then voted to pass AB 2790 and refer it to the Assembly Committee on Appropriations. The roll was left open briefly for additional votes, and the bill ultimately passed 9-0 before the committee adjourned.

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• We work with the agency and listen to feedback to narrow the bill and reduce its fiscal impacts on the
• The committee substitute adjusted appointments to the advisory committee to include feedback and input

Keywords: 1185, senate, all

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• We worked with the agency and listened to feedback to narrow the bill and reduce its fiscal impacts on
• The committee substitute adjusted appointments to the advisory committee to include feedback and input

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• Um we've received feedback article 2.
• So I got that feedback unfortunately after I had filed this bill.
• .<04:26:37.600><c> It</c><04:26:38.239><c> contains</c> feedback.
• It contains feedback.
• So I got that feedback are new laws.

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• So it was a great time for the board to hear that feedback, come back through, and they set up those
• So, it was a great time for the board to hear that feedback, come back through, and they set up those
• And so the feedback that our board provides to our stakeholders is relevant, is actual.
• And so the feedback that our board provides to our stakeholders is relevant, is actual.
• And so the feedback that our as well.

Keywords: 916, all

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• Based on the public feedback, we respond to the public feedback, the historical trends, provider participation
• Based on the public feedback, we respond to the public feedback, the historical trends provider participation
• We are going to vet these with stakeholders for feedback.
• So this is really observing sort of qualitative feedback we've gotten...
• We were receiving a lot of feedback from stakeholders that we were taking approximately six months or

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• Um, so we started getting that feedback right out of the gate.
• </c><00:10:39.760><c> out</c><00:10:39.920><c> of</c><00:10:40.000><c> the</c> getting that feedback
• right out of the getting that feedback right out of the gate.<00:10:40.800><c> Uh</c><00:10:41.040><c
• The strategic teams are really working on categorizing and streamlining the feedback that we've gotten
• </c><01:04:51.760><c> and</c> had the ability to provide feedback and had the ability to provide feedback

Keywords: 928, house, all

Summary: The committee first approved the draft minutes of its May 16, 2025 meeting, with one correction removing Representative Dry from the attendance list because she was present as a guest rather than an appointed member. The committee then received a Department of Health and Human Services update from Commissioner Lori Weaver, who focused on the rural health transformation grant process. She said the department has been gathering stakeholder input since July, issued a request for information on September 22, and is working toward an end-of-October draft and a November 3 deadline, with a grant writer request expected to go before Governor and Council at no cost to the state. The bulk of the meeting centered on federal changes affecting SNAP and Medicaid. Karen Heert explained that the federal law changes commonly referred to as the “Big Beautiful Bill” or HR1 will affect SNAP eligibility and state costs, including a shift in administrative cost sharing from 50/50 to 75/25 beginning in October 2026 and a possible state share of benefits if New Hampshire’s error rate is too high. She said the program affects about 43,000 households, that New Hampshire’s federal fiscal year 2024 error rate was 7.57% versus a national rate of 10.93%, and that the state must get below 6% to avoid liability. She also said DHS is preparing remediation steps, auditing cases, and seeking technology and staffing support, including a grant for automation and training. Henry Litman then described Medicaid changes under HB2 and the new federal law. He said New Hampshire returned to pre-pandemic eligibility verification rules on July 1, including a 10% income compatibility standard and reduced ex parte renewals, which has increased manual work and contributed to a drop in enrollment from about 185,000 in late June to about 178,000 in early September. He also reviewed new child premiums, pharmacy copays, Granite Advantage premiums, and possible Medicaid work requirements, noting that DHS is working with CMS on implementation details and may use a state plan option rather than an 1115 waiver because it would be less expensive and faster. Members asked several questions about the SNAP error-rate rules, the distinction between administrative and client errors, the effect of unpaid copays, and the timing and legal risk of the Medicaid work requirement; no votes were taken on those policy issues.

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• I've given them our complete feedback regarding the bill, but in the interest of time, I'll try to hit
• You don’t have any way to get feedback.
• Candidates receive hands-on practice and real-time feedback.
• Candidates receive hands-on practice and real-time feedback.
• Teachers have equally glowing feedback.

Summary: The committee continued hearing testimony on Senate Bill 2252, which would expand early literacy and numeracy screening, parent notification, intervention supports, and teacher training, including math academies and early childhood supports. Supporters from Texas 2036, Good Reason Houston, Texas Business Leadership Council, and several parents argued that early identification of skill gaps, clearer data for families, and stronger teacher preparation would improve student outcomes, workforce readiness, and long-term earnings. They cited low math proficiency statewide, the importance of early intervention, and examples of districts using screeners and data dashboards to guide instruction and resource allocation. One witness also highlighted home visiting as a family-support model, while another urged more funding for pre-K partnerships and stronger support for parents with reading materials and guidance. A district special education administrator testified neutrally, saying the bill reflects practices already used in her district but expressing concern that it could reduce local control and teacher discretion by standardizing screening and tying it to funding. A Texas Classroom Teachers Association representative supported the intent but warned that mandatory math academies and intervention academies could burden teachers if implemented like prior reading academies, and a substitute teacher/teacher-of-the-year witness asked for clearer protections around special education information and pay for alternative certification candidates. After public testimony closed, SB 2252 was left pending. The committee then took up Senate Bill 2253, as substituted, which would phase out routine hiring of uncertified teachers over time, require parent notification when a teacher is uncertified, and expand high-quality preparation pathways such as university programs, residencies, improved alternative certification, and grow-your-own programs. Senator Creighton said the bill responds to the rise in uncertified teachers and aims to strengthen the teacher pipeline with more structured preparation, mentorship, and oversight by SBEC. Invited testimony strongly supported the measure: a Texas Tech researcher said uncertified teachers and fast-track programs are associated with significant learning losses, while year-long residencies and mentored pathways produce stronger outcomes and higher earnings for students. Leaders from Dallas College and Sam Houston State University described successful residency and grow-your-own models, high completion and retention rates, and the need for paid residencies and stipends so candidates can afford to enter the profession. Committee members asked about the difference between mentorship and residency, the cost-effectiveness of paid residencies, retention incentives, and how to scale the model statewide. The committee also adopted the substitute for SB 2253 and later paused to vote out several other bills, including SB 1191, SB 1786, SB 226, SB 326, SB 570, SB 870, SB 991, SB 60, SB 365, SB 1401, and SB 1067, all of which were reported favorably, many with unanimous votes and some placed on the local and uncontested calendar.