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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Business and Professions Committee Apr 29th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Caitlin Akato, student pharmacist at University of the Pacific, in support.
- At University of the Pacific, in support. Thank you.
- Caitlin Akato, intern pharmacist at the University of the Pacific, in support.
- Caitlin Akato, intern pharmacist at University of Pacific in support.
- Ellen Sirgistian, intern pharmacists at University of the Pacific in support.
Summary:
The Assembly Business and Professions Committee heard a full agenda of bills focused on reproductive health, professional licensing and sunset reviews, consumer protection, and business regulation. Early testimony centered on AB 260, which would protect access to medication abortion, mifepristone, and telehealth reproductive care in California; supporters emphasized state protections against federal restrictions, while an opponent argued the bill removed safety safeguards. The committee also heard AB 714 on closing a loophole in regulation of low-cost commercial driving schools, AB 968 on allowing pharmacists to prescribe non-hormonal contraception, AB 671 on streamlining restaurant permitting, AB 1027 on strengthening cannabis product testing oversight, AB 1271 on broadband pricing and speed transparency, and AB 1332 on narrowly allowing medicinal cannabis shipments for seriously ill patients. Several sunset bills were also taken up, including AB 1482 on animal shelter and breeder transparency, AB 1501 on the Podiatric Medical Board and Physician Assistant Board, AB 1502 on the Veterinary Medical Board, AB 1503 on the Board of Pharmacy, and AB 1504 on the Massage Therapy Council.
Testimony was largely in support of the measures, with many bills drawing co-sponsors or support from industry, consumer, or professional groups. AB 1503 generated the most sustained opposition, with nurses, physicians, and drug industry representatives objecting to expanded pharmacy technician ratios, standard-of-care language, and therapeutic interchange authority; supporters argued the bill would modernize pharmacy practice and expand access. AB 1504 also drew mixed testimony, with massage therapy groups supporting continuation of the council but raising concerns about proposed public records and governance provisions. AB 1271 drew a policy dispute over whether broadband reporting requirements duplicated federal FCC processes, while supporters argued California needed its own consumer-facing data and complaint system.
After quorum was established later in the hearing, the committee began taking roll-call votes. AB 1271, AB 1332, AB 1482, AB 1501, and AB 1502 were all reported out on due-pass motions, with AB 1271 amended and the others generally amended or as introduced as noted. Earlier bills including AB 260, AB 671, AB 714, AB 968, and AB 1027 also received motions and were approved once the quorum was present. The chair repeatedly noted the lack of quorum during the hearing, but once one was secured, the committee completed votes on the agenda items and advanced the measures to Appropriations.
NV
Nevada 2025 Regular Session
Assembly Committee on Government Affairs May 30th, 2025 at 09:00 am
Government Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- But this session, we're going to be dissolving some of those through the dissolution of some of those
- The rest of the week, I was simply numb. All of UNLV was.
- But no university should have their students trauma-bonded because of gun violence.
- The Nevada Faculty Alliance stands in support of our students and of this bill. for the prevention of
- And I am a student at UNLV and a vice president of Youth Voice of Nevada and a co-lead of the Nevada
Bills:
SB156
Committee:
Assembly Government Affairs
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- So these two things together are sort of the core of what we do, as well as a lot of education policy
- You know, that university, all of our universities would not exist if my grandfather and our fathers
- And the talent that brings in those proceeds and contributes to the success of that university, that
- Stephen Barnes, Executive Director of the Kathleen Blanco Public Policy Center at the University of Louisiana
- We develop a culture of disciples of Jesus Christ in our schools. We take care of our children.
Committee:
Senate Education
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Elementary and Secondary Education Feb 4th, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Elementary and Secondary Education
Transcript Highlights:
- of similar nature so that if a four-year university wanted to have intense two years of instruction
- So, in favor to speak, give me a show of hands of those that are here to speak in favor of the tardy
- It requires the development of these policies, of course. Then already, most of this is here.
- And a lot of people with a lot of education, a lot of experience, should be able to answer that question
- Similarly, a 2012 study out of the University of California published findings indicating that one-to-one
Committee:
House Elementary and Secondary Education
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Health and Human Services Feb 9th, 2026 at 08:38 am
House Health & Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- of Health.
- I'm the deputy director of the New Mexico Municipal League, and similar to the concerns of the City of
- And similar to the concerns of the City of Albuquerque, the Municipal League, on behalf of our member
- I am a Ph.D. candidate in economics at the University of New Mexico and have over 10 years of experience
- in academic economics as a... ...economics at the University of New Mexico and have over 10 years of
Committee:
House House Health & Human Services
HI
Hawaii 2026 Regular Session
JHA Public Hearing - Thu Feb 12, 2026 @ 2:00 PM HST
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:15:25.360><c> of</c> Bonnie Irwin from the University of Bonnie Irwin from the University of
- /c><00:19:00.799><c> um</c> University of Hawaii and other um University of Hawaii and other um entities
- </c><00:46:45.440><c> on</c> University of Hawaii spends money on University of Hawaii spends money on
- Um, I you know, University of Hawaii."
- Yes, the University of doing geothermal?
Committee:
House Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on House Bill 2046, which would establish and fund an Olo Hawaii Commission to coordinate and promote initiatives supporting the use of Olo Hawaii. The Attorney General suggested adding an end date because the bill creates a temporary commission, and several supporters from the University of Hawaii, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, and the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission said the commission could improve coordination, funding decisions, and consistency across agencies. Members discussed whether the commission should include broader representation, including expertise on Niihau dialect speakers and other stakeholders, and the bill was then set aside as the committee moved to the next measure.
The committee next considered House Bill 2438, creating the Hawaii Cultural Trust within DBEDT, authorizing an income tax credit for contributions to the trust and qualified cultural organizations, and creating a special license plate to support the trust. DBEDT said it would need additional resources, including staff, to administer the program. The Department of Taxation recommended changing the effective date to 2026 to allow time for implementation and adding a requirement that credits be claimed within one year. OHA supported the bill but objected to language that would require it to maintain a prequalified list of organizations, saying that could limit applicants and conflict with its grant process. The Tax Foundation said it supported cultural funding but preferred direct appropriations and grants over a trust fund and tax credit structure.
The final measure discussed was House Bill 2584, which would temporarily increase public land trust revenues transferred to OHA while reaffirming the state’s obligation to the 20% pro rata share, with a repeal date of June 30, 2028. The Attorney General recommended deleting the bill’s requirement that OHA receive a minimum amount equal to the 20% share, arguing the constitution and Admission Act do not specify a precise dollar amount and that the legislature must determine allocation. OHA strongly supported the bill, arguing the state currently pays only about 5% and that historical records show much higher amounts are owed; OHA also pointed to a carry-forward account it said held about $55 million. DLNR opposed the bill because the fiscal impact was unspecified and could affect land management and special fund budgets. Several OHA trustees and supporters urged the committee to pass the bill, and one testifier criticized the state for underfunding Native Hawaiian obligations. No votes were taken in the portion provided, and the committee continued hearing testimony on HB 2584.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- I guess I'm curious as to the footprint of the effect of this bill, because obviously there's a lot of
- Here to testify in support of House Bill 2749, Representative Davidson did a great job of sort of giving
- A colleague of mine was at the University of Missouri in the emergency department.
- A colleague of mine was at the University of Missouri in the emergency department.
- So take that and multiply it by however many other departments within University of Missouri or BJC or
Committee:
House General Laws
Summary:
The General Laws Committee met without a quorum and heard House Bill 2749, sponsored by Rep. Davidson. The bill would allow hospital systems, rather than only individual physicians, to sign and maintain collaborative practice agreements for physician assistants in hospital settings. The sponsor said the measure is intended to reduce administrative burden and paperwork without changing scope of practice, supervision requirements, or liability, and noted it has a $0 fiscal note.
Committee members asked about how the bill would work in practice, including what happens when physicians leave a hospital system, whether the collaborating physician relationship would still be meaningful, and whether the bill could affect liability or accountability. Supporters, including a long-time PA with BJC and the Missouri Hospital Association, said large hospital systems already use credentialing and chart-review processes, and that centralizing the paperwork would help hospitals, physicians, and the Board of Healing Arts while freeing physician time for patient care. They emphasized that the bill would not change clinical oversight or reimbursement arrangements.
Opposition came from the Missouri State Medical Association and the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons. Their witness argued that collaborative practice agreements are personal physician agreements, not mere paperwork, and warned that shifting them to a hospital-level document could weaken physician accountability and potentially increase liability. The hearing concluded after testimony, with no vote taken.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Banking and Finance Committee Apr 23rd, 2026
Banking and Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- It establishes basic standards of conduct and prohibits the use of confessions of judgment and power
- I also run the Housing Rights Legal Clinic at the University of San Diego Law School.
- Thank you. ...the Housing Rights Legal Clinic at the University of San Diego Law School.
- as of 2025 that indicates 82% of small business owners support the creation of a state public bank.
- at the University of San Diego, and for 13 years ran the Consumer Protection Division at the Legal Aid
Committee:
House Banking and Finance
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- Louis, one of three national historic landmarks of which there's just 23 west of the Mississippi, only
- , maybe 20%, and 80% of the capital cost It's about 19% of the capital costs, maybe 20%, and 80% of the
- We applied in May of '25. We're awarded in June of '25. We'll be finished in the summer of '27.
- Louis University and Washington University, and addressing the stigma and the blight of addiction and
- up of St.
Committee:
House Commerce
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Banking and Finance Committee Apr 23rd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- It establishes basic standards of conduct and prohibits the use of confessions of judgment and power
- Good morning, Alison Snow, Mayor of the City of Lemon Grove.
- I also run the Housing Rights Legal Clinic at the University of San Diego Law School.
- Housing Rights Legal Clinic at the University of San Diego Law School, as mayor of a city with many small
- at the University of San Diego, and for 13 years ran the Consumer Protection Division at the Legal Aid
Summary:
The Assembly Banking and Finance Committee met and first approved the consent calendar, which included AB 2028, AB 2425, and committee bill AB 2795, all sent to the Committee on Appropriations. The committee also noted that AB 2558 and AB 2746 had been pulled from the agenda. The chair reviewed hearing procedures, including acceptance of written testimony and rules against disruptive conduct.
The committee then heard AB 2116, which would require registration and basic conduct standards for certain small-business financing providers, including merchant cash advance companies, and prohibit confessions of judgment and power-of-attorney provisions before default. Supporters argued the bill would close an oversight gap and improve transparency for small businesses; a small business owner testified that a purported 13% loan turned out to have a 235% APR. Opponents said the bill mixed consumer and commercial regulation and could restrict access to capital, though they supported banning confessions of judgment. The bill passed on a roll call vote and was sent to Appropriations.
AB 2243, by Assembly Member Haney, proposed creating a state bank commission to study whether California should establish a state bank or other public financing tools. Supporters said a public banking model could reduce borrowing costs, keep more public money in-state, and better finance housing, infrastructure, and other public priorities; opponents from banking groups raised concerns about taxpayer exposure, deposit guarantees, and the use of public funds and existing lending structures. The bill passed and was sent to Appropriations. The committee also heard AB 2350, which would set guardrails on rent-now-pay-later products for rental housing; supporters said these products can lead to high fees, debt, and eviction risk, while industry groups opposed the bill unless amended. AB 2350 passed as amended and was sent to Appropriations. At the end of the meeting, the committee completed roll calls for absent members and adjourned.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- That's a big part of the overall tax picture in the state of Idaho.
- You notice a trend as we go around outside of 10 years of 10 years of 10 pounds heavier and a little
- And outside of all of this, that's what's most important.
- And so it kind of all happened, a lot of big things moving there.
- portion of Meridian.
Committee:
House Revenue and Taxation
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- as an agricultural commodity I have been working with the University of Texas A&M for the last two or
- I urge you to consider the. of impact of House Bill 1113 on the health and well-being of our patients
- Texas and urban centers face some of the highest rates of food insecurity because of limited access
- Agriculture that kind of. of handle some of the stuff like the food nutrition division is how do you
- know of.
Committee:
House Agriculture & Livestock
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on Pandemic Relief Funding Revised Apr 15th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- of you for all the work.
- We were proud of each of the 25 projects and excited about the future of Oklahoma.
- We were proud of each of the 25 projects and excited about the future of Oklahoma.
- We also appreciate the efforts of Care Providers of Oklahoma.
- I make a motion to reclassify up to $50 million in excess funds and appropriate to the University of
Summary:
The Joint Committee on Pandemic Relief Funding met for what leaders described as likely its final meeting, with a quorum present from both chambers. Chairs reviewed the ARPA/SLFRF process, noting the large volume of requests received, the need to meet Treasury’s December 31, 2026 paperwork deadline, and the committee’s role in reallocating excess or at-risk funds to projects that can be completed in time. Working groups reported on progress across education/economic development, transportation/rural development, government transformation, and health and human services, with most projects on track but some funds needing to be reclassified or redirected.
The committee approved a series of motions, generally by unanimous or near-unanimous votes, to reclassify excess funds and appropriate interest earnings to existing obligated projects. Actions included reallocations from the Department of Commerce and the Office of Emergency Management, and interest-fund appropriations for wastewater and water infrastructure, Boys & Girls Clubs, the YWCA, the Office of Juvenile Affairs, and the Department of Human Services. Members also authorized the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and the Healthcare Workforce Training Commission to reallocate remaining funds to existing projects.
In the health and human services portion, the committee approved funding for the Oklahoma Healthcare Workforce Training Commission, the OSU Medical Authority’s Human Performance Project and Pharmaceutical Expansion Program, the University Hospitals Trust Authority’s Child Behavioral Health Project, the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for Griffin Memorial bed replacement, and the State Department of Health for the Rural Hospital Rebuild Program. Members asked questions about whether funds were going to new or existing projects and about broadband progress, and staff explained that the reallocations were intended to fill gaps in already obligated projects. The meeting ended with closing remarks thanking members and staff for their work and noting the measures would continue through the appropriations process before final action by the full chambers.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- of.
- How are we, over time, going to improve all of our universities' athletic complexes?
- And we're going to be farm teams for a lot of universities.
- We had a lot of money, and we spent a lot of money to improve things.
- That's part of our job. Part of our job is to build the entire state.
Committee:
Senate Senate Finance
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
March 31, 2025 - 04:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- This bill requires each state college and university to develop a plan prioritizing placement of students
- of House Bill 879.
- I'm in favor of HB 879.
- that because of you.
- You know, a problem in search of a solution in search of a problem.
Summary:
The subcommittee met with a quorum and considered three bills. First, PCS for HB 879 by Representatives Rizo and Woodson would require state colleges and universities to prioritize housing placement for students who are homeless, were in foster care, or are at risk of homelessness, and to give first priority in housing or work-study priority systems to students eligible for child-welfare-related tuition and fee exemptions. Members heard extensive supportive testimony from Florida Youth Shine participants and other advocates describing housing instability after foster care and the importance of campus housing and vouchers for student success. The bill was reported favorably by a 16-0 vote.
The committee then heard CS for HB 1113 by Representative Valdes, which would standardize minimum math-content requirements for elementary teacher preparation programs and increase math content in competency-based certification programs. The sponsor cited stagnant Florida math outcomes and a state report finding limited math preparation for elementary teacher candidates. The bill drew support from the Foundation for Florida’s Future and the Florida Chamber of Commerce and was reported favorably by a 15-0 vote.
Finally, the committee considered HB 827 by Representative Spencer, directing the Bureau of Workforce Statistics and Economic Research to conduct a recurring statewide study on the effects of automation and artificial intelligence on Florida’s workforce, including affected industries, at-risk workers, and training needs. Members discussed whether similar data exists in the private sector, the bill’s fiscal impact, and the sponsor’s use of AI tools in preparing remarks. The bill received supportive debate and was reported favorably without opposition.
AZ
Arizona 2026 Regular Session
03/03/2026 - House Democratic Caucus Calendar #8 and #9
Transcript Highlights:
- outside of an ambulatory need.
- or greater than that of the existing plant.
- as noted in 0.3 of your caucus sheet.
- to the Governor, the Senate President, the Speaker of the House, and the Secretary of State.
- And it will be open to all members of the House of Representatives.
Summary:
The meeting was a caucus review of a large slate of House and Senate bills, with staff giving short descriptions and members flagging a few concerns. Topics included veterans’ services and courts, child care grants, midwife medication authority, home- and community-based services funding, EMS reciprocity, prescription monitoring, electronic monitoring in care facilities, pregnancy resource center funding, mental health transportation, Access coverage for mild obstructive sleep apnea, school spending requirements, mobile home park training, local government investment pools, task order contract posting, tourism improvement areas, child welfare and kinship placement, neglect standards, family court evidence, prostate cancer cost sharing, assisted living hearings, manufactured home installer licensing, supervised parenting time, vulnerable adult trespass penalties, uranium contamination monitoring, a gas and petroleum refinery study committee, and state park fee exemptions for veterans.
Several bills were described as unanimous or on consent, while others drew objections or were noted as controversial. Members raised privacy concerns about electronic monitoring in nursing homes, due process and rural capacity concerns about restricting police transport for mental health patients, opposition to pregnancy resource center appropriations, concerns about environmental review for power plant replacement, and questions about the Access sleep apnea mandate as potentially favoring vendors. Some bills were noted as having committee amendments, including changes to appropriations, eligibility criteria, reporting requirements, and definitions.
No floor votes were taken in the transcript itself; instead, the chair repeatedly noted whether bills were unanimous, on consent, or had split votes in committee. The caucus also heard brief announcements about an upcoming breakfast with the CAP director, a Latino Caucus meeting, and an Affordability Award presented to Representative Volk, after which the caucus adjourned.
FL
Transcript Highlights:
- Went to the University of Florida.
- SB 816 formally recognizes the University of Florida Diabetes Institute in statute.
- SB 816 formally recognizes the University of Florida Diabetes Institute in statute.
- Santos, Dean from the School of Nursing at the University of Miami, and Dr.
- Santos, Dean from the School of Nursing at the University of Miami, and Dr.
Summary:
The House convened with prayer, a moment of silence for Army Sgt. Benjamin Pennington, the Pledge of Allegiance, quorum call, and several recognitions, including law enforcement guests, a Spina Bifida Week presentation, and a salute to the 2025 IPSC Handgun World Shoot team. The chamber then adopted the special order report and moved to floor consideration of Senate bills.
Members passed several bills unanimously or near-unanimously after brief debate and, in some cases, floor amendments. CS/SB 590 clarified that changes to the statute of limitations for mandatory reporters of child abuse apply prospectively and passed 111-0. SB 418 required law enforcement autism-interaction training and allowed the blue-envelope program to be offered in electronic or physical form; it passed 111-0. CS/CS/SB 1668 addressed NICA’s actuarial soundness and passed 112-0. CS/SB 1246 expanded the Linking Industry to Nursing Education fund to broader health science programs and passed 112-0. CS/CS/SB 1404 set baseline standards for memory care providers and passed 111-0. CS/CS/SB 1030 revised recovery residence rules, including MAT-related provisions, and passed 168-0. CS/CS/SB 178 changed FHSAA rules so school coaches may use limited personal funds for student welfare with parent consent and passed 112-0. CS/CS/SB 422 barred use of ADS-B data for airport billing and passed 108-2. CS/CS/SB 598 modernized funeral, cemetery, and consumer services licensing and passed 111-0.
The House also considered CS/CS/SB 1134, a controversial bill restricting county and municipal DEI-related official actions and contracting. Sponsor Rep. Black described broad prohibitions with numerous exceptions, while members asked about effects on observances, special events, parade participation, and local economic-vitality offices. Rep. Gant offered an amendment to narrow the bill’s DEI definition by removing vague prongs, arguing the language was ambiguous and could chill local government action; debate on that amendment was underway when the transcript ended. The chamber then moved into farewell remarks, including an extended address from Rep. Eskamani reflecting on her service, family, staff, constituents, and policy priorities, followed by remarks from the Speaker praising her energy and preparation. Rep. Overdorf also delivered farewell remarks highlighting his work on environmental policy, human trafficking, development regulation, property rights, and property taxes, with the Speaker commending his contributions.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 03/04/26
Health and Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- The University of Minnesota, our primary source of licensed funeral director applicants in Minnesota,
- An unfortunate data point for the University of Minnesota, and nationally, is that only about half of
- </c><00:20:59.000><c> Mortuary</c> the University of Minnesota's Mortuary the University of Minnesota's
- </c><00:21:08.960><c> of</c><00:21:09.040><c> Minnesota</c> program at the University of Minnesota program
- I'm a Doctor of Pharmacy and faculty at the University of Minnesota, where I've helped educate student
Committee:
Senate Health and Human Services
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- ><00:26:00.880><c> the</c><00:26:01.120><c> biggest</c> university system are two of the biggest university
- </c> um of previous settlements uh ratio of um of previous settlements uh ratio of the<00:40:54.480><
- Um, university system, top of the page.
- Uh, both the chancellor of the university system and the chairman of the board of trustees was in my
- Uh, both the chancellor of the university system and the chairman of the board of trustees was in my
Committee:
Senate Finance
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
February 5, 2026 - 09:00 AM
Transcript Highlights:
- Micro credential offered by the University of Florida Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment members.
- go through a few of them.
- It clarifies the placement of the Office of Public Professional Guardians within the Department of Elderly
- and notices of non-compliance.
- of South Florida.