Video & Transcript Research : 'business program'

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AL

Alabama 2026 1st Special Session

Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee Feb 25th, 2026

Ways and Means General Fund

Transcript Highlights:
  • So the thing that would be different is if you're left out of this program, your PIP or SEIB, if an ambulance
  • left<00:13:27.519> out<00:13:27.680> of<00:13:27.839> this<00:13:28.079> program
  • ,<00:13:28.480> your you're left out of this program, your you're left out of this program
  • Whoever participates in the program that we're doing in this project. No.
  • If you participate in the program, you don't pay balance billing.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Thu Apr 9, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 42

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • We're on the order of the day, item number five, unfinished business.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

House Chamber - Fri Apr 10, 2026, 12:00PM HST - Day 43

Hawaii House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • This year's festivities were led by the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, and
  • Item number five, unfinished business.
  • 32.680> number<00:04:32.919> five,<00:04:33.320> unfinished<00:04:33.880> business
  • Item number five, unfinished business. Item number five, unfinished business.
  • was a reminder that on Monday they will begin collecting clothing for the YWCA Dress for Success program
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • So, for example, this past year, the board deleted 41 low-producing programs and suspended 21 others.
  • Hoping that they could increase enrollment in those programs or something like that.
  • So, if in the example of what you just mentioned, a college program gets reviewed, the board of regents
  • flags it as a low-producing program, the university can again come in.
  • One of those is a plan to grow the program.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
  • The beads program is the final grant.
  • This allows them to grow their businesses, expand their offerings, provides a space for these local businesses
  • And so this doesn't apply to every business; it applies to small businesses.
  • But you're saying small business.
  • Can you talk to Me about, are we adding programs or expanding slots in current programs?
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Education Apr 28th, 2026

Education

Transcript Highlights:
  • Foster program, and that it is a study of how to use those programs to benefit the workforce.
  • Those programs.
  • I see where... ...programs that had higher increased cost of running those programs.
  • The CCAP program is a program for families needing assistance with child care.
  • As you know, we have a physical therapy program, a PhD program at ULM in Monroe.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Human Committee Meeting - 2026-04-16

Human Services Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • uh utilization but also program uh utilization but also program integrity.<00:08:24.440> So,<
  • That is still a big piece of program integrity that we're looking at is tackling the ICS program.
  • That is still a big piece of program integrity that we're looking at is tackling the ICS program.
  • Uh these many different programs.
  • is full of system approach to program is full of system approach to program integrity<01:13:22.880
Bills: HF4338
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 3/24/26

Commerce Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:43:58.480> option a it's just a private um program option a it's just a private um program
  • guardrails they want for this program. guardrails they want for this program.
  • With that, no other business before the committee. We are...
  • With that, no other business before the committee. We are...
  • With that, no other business >> All right.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Health Finance and Policy Committee 3/9/26

Health Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • And where are we at with school programs?
  • This is a pilot program.
  • I believe programs like this represent important steps.
  • I'm a mother and a business owner.
  • I'm a mother and a business owner.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee 2/23/26

Transportation Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • need to do better with our programming. need to do better with our programming.
  • Either revoke or this program.
  • program.
  • Thank you, camera pilot program.
  • I support this program."
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

EEP Public Hearing - Thu Feb 19, 2026 @ 9:45 AM HST

Energy & Environmental Protection

Transcript Highlights:
  • Uh, the federal program has us at 13.3%. Uh, the federal program has us at 13.3%.
  • programs.
  • <00:26:17.080> If there's five year rollover programs.
  • If there's five year rollover programs.
  • year to actually implement the program. year to actually implement the program.
Summary: The committee on Energy and Environmental Protection heard testimony on three measures related to cleaner fuels. On HB 1986, which would require the Department of Transportation to adopt rules for a clean fuel standard by January 1, 2028 and include reporting and public informational sessions, testimony was largely supportive from state commissions, fuel companies, airlines, and other industry and advocacy groups. Supporters said the bill would create a long-term framework for reducing emissions and developing cleaner fuels in Hawaii. Opposition came from Energy Justice Network, which argued that so-called clean fuels are not carbon-free, would be costly, and could delay a needed transition to electrification. The department later said it was monitoring the bill and was concerned about costs. No vote or final action was taken in the hearing. The committee then heard HB 1694, a sustainable aviation fuel tax credit bill that would provide a per-gallon credit for SAF, cap annual credits at $20 million, require reporting, and sunset in 2035. The Department of Taxation testified on administration, while the Department of Transportation said it supported the measure as a short-term strategy to jump-start SAF until the clean fuel standard ramps up. Airlines, fuel companies, the Hawaii Food Industry Association, the Hawaii Renewable Fuels Coalition, and others supported the bill, saying it would send a market signal, help close the cost gap with conventional jet fuel, and encourage local production and investment. Opponents, including Energy Justice Network, Life of the Land, and Ted Metros, argued the bill would be expensive, could lock in a transitional fuel system, and would not produce enough fuel to meet demand. Committee members asked about the likely impact and the share of total fuel demand the credit could support; DOT said the supported gallons would be only a very small percentage of annual demand and that the credit was intended to work alongside the future clean fuel standard. Finally, the committee took up HB 1695 HD1 on renewable fuel, which expands the renewable fuels production tax credit. Testimony was again mixed but generally supportive from the Department of Transportation, Department of Taxation, Island Energy Services, airlines, the Tax Foundation, Pana Pacific, and the Hawaii Farm Bureau. Supporters said the measure would encourage local feedstock production, create agricultural opportunities, and help attract investment in renewable fuels. Pana Pacific requested an amendment to explicitly include camelina in the definition of renewable feedstocks. Opponents, including Energy Justice Network and Life of the Land, repeated concerns about cost, imported feedstocks, and the risk of undermining full electrification goals. The hearing transcript does not show any vote or final committee action on HB 1694 or HB 1695 HD1.
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

AEN-HOU Public Hearing 02-12-2026

Agriculture and Environment

Transcript Highlights:
  • unlikely event that the hearing is cut short, the committee will reconvene to discuss any outstanding business
Summary: The committee heard SB 2006, which would clarify that a farm dwelling permit in an agricultural district may include a single-family farm dwelling with an accessory employee housing structure, subject to restrictions. Testimony was largely supportive, with comments from the Department of Agriculture Biosecurity, DPP, Hawaii Farm Bureau, Hawaii Realtors, Grassroot Institute of Hawaii, Hawaii Farmers Union, Housing Hawaii Future, and several individuals. The chair noted there were nine in support, two opposed, and four offering comments. In decision-making, the chair recommended passing the bill with OPSD-suggested amendments to clarify the definitions of farm employee housing and bona fide agricultural services. The chair also referenced opposing testimony that raised concern the original draft could limit tourism activities that provide supplemental income for bona fide farming operations. The proposed amendments were intended to make clear that farm employee housing is only for workers and not visitor accommodations, while allowing tourism activities on the same parcel if they are secondary and incidental to a bona fide agricultural operation, do not occur in employee housing units, and comply with county ordinances. The committee adopted the recommendation and voted to pass SB 2006 with amendments. The recorded votes showed the chair, vice chair, Senator Rhoads, and Senator Awa in favor, with Senator DeCoite excused. The same pass-with-amendments recommendation was then made to the housing committee and adopted there as well, with Senator Elephante voting aye and Senator Favella excused.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/09/2026 - Senate Military Affairs and Border Security

Military Affairs and Border Security

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think the president’s doing business this.
  • entity, against a business entity in violation of the prohibition.
  • Business entities authorized... ...remittance transfer business entities authorized to conduct these
  • It is the determination of the business, irrespective. Okay, Mr. Chair.
  • It is an anti-business bill. We heard testimony to that effect.
Summary: The committee first took up Senate Bill 1803, which would regulate non-accredited assistance with veterans’ benefits claims by requiring disclosures, fee limits, written agreements, and Attorney General enforcement. The sponsor and supporters argued the bill creates needed guardrails against predatory actors while preserving veterans’ choice to use free or paid help. Opponents, including the VFW and American Legion, said the bill still conflicts with federal accreditation rules and should require accreditation rather than create a separate state framework; a VA-accredited attorney also raised preemption and unauthorized-practice concerns. After extensive testimony, the committee adopted an amendment and advanced SB 1803 on a 5-2 vote. The committee then heard Senate Bill 1232, a strike-everything amendment dealing with outdoor advertising signs in a military compatibility overlay area near Luke Air Force Base. The bill was presented as a narrow fix for a property owner whose billboard permit had been denied because of zoning technicalities, with testimony that ADOT, the county, and the base had been involved and did not oppose the clarification. Some members expressed concern about whether the measure was too tailored and about ADOT’s absence, but the bill was amended and passed 4-3, with several members reserving the right to change their votes on the floor. Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 1511, which would prohibit operating a commercial motor vehicle in Arizona without proof of lawful presence and authorize impoundment of the vehicle and cargo if the operator cannot provide it. The sponsor framed the bill as a public-safety and liability measure tied to commercial trucking, citing concerns about accidents, contraband, and shell companies. The transcript ends during the presentation of SB 1511, before any vote or final action on that bill.
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Finance Feb 2nd, 2026 at 03:25 pm

Senate Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • Those are our three programs.
  • support program.
  • Programs that we have.
  • But it's a new program, and it was a new program for the Opportunity Enterprise.
  • We recently developed a program called the ZIP program.
Bills: SB48, SB64, SB100
NM

New Mexico 2026 Regular Session

Senate - Finance Feb 2nd, 2026 at 09:02 am

Senate Finance

Transcript Highlights:
  • conversation with residents, some of those that are there with you in the committee room, small business
  • in pedestrian safety and traffic calming along San Pedro to keep the commercial corridor open for business
  • You know, I buy for my business, I buy a lot of furniture from the Home Depot that's right around the
  • The last thing is I received a call this morning asking about the gifted program.
  • So, we'll move on to our next line of business, which will be a unified court budget request.
Bills: SB48, SB64, SB100
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/02/2026 - House Health & Human Services

Health & Human Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • for the spoken language program but not for the American Sign Language program, and yet we already have
  • the American Sign Language program funded under current law, so..." ...program funded under current
  • And it was because of programs like the Arizona Early Intervention Program that helped give my daughter
  • and spoken language programs at... ...through the early intervention program, my understanding is they
  • that program.
Summary: The Committee on Health and Human Services opened with remarks about shortening meeting times and then heard a JLBC presentation on the effects of H.R. 1 on SNAP. JLBC staff explained that H.R. 1 expands SNAP work requirements, raises the state share of SNAP administrative costs from 50% to 75% beginning in FY 2027, and could require Arizona to pay a share of benefits if its SNAP error rate exceeds 6%. JLBC estimated the administrative cost increase at about $33 million in FY 2027 and $44 million in FY 2028, and said a 2024 error rate of 8.8% could trigger about $139 million in state benefit costs under the new federal formula. The committee then considered HB 2797, which requires DES to regularly review data from other agencies to verify SNAP eligibility, post fraud and noncompliance data, and address out-of-state EBT purchases. Supporters said it would improve program integrity and help Arizona avoid federal cost-sharing penalties; the bill passed 7-5. The committee next heard HB 2180, which appropriates $2.5 million in FY 2027 to the University of Arizona for AZ REACH, a statewide hospital transfer coordination service. Supporters from rural hospitals and the health system described it as a useful, voluntary service that speeds transfers and reduces burden on physicians, while one health system representative asked for better operational coordination. The bill passed 11-1. HB 2184, as amended, would extend fetal death certificate filing requirements to fetal deaths at or before 20 weeks if requested by the mother and require notice of the option to transfer remains to a funeral home before an abortion. Supporters, including a mortuary owner and parents who had experienced miscarriages, said it would give grieving families dignity and closure; opponents raised concerns about reproductive rights and language in the bill. The committee adopted the Bliss amendment and passed the bill 7-4-1. HB 2188, as amended, created a Language Acquisition Grant Program for services to deaf or hard-of-hearing infants and toddlers. Supporters said it would streamline funding and preserve family choice among spoken language, ASL, or both, while an opponent argued the bill should more explicitly ensure equal access to ASL and Deaf Culture services; the bill passed 12-0. The committee also considered three more H.R. 1-related SNAP bills. HB 2442 would require able-bodied adults under 60 receiving SNAP to participate in an employment and training program unless exempt; supporters said it would connect recipients to work and training, and it passed 7-5. HB 2448 would bar DES from seeking work-requirement waivers or discretionary exemptions unless authorized by law; supporters said it would prevent broad waivers and improve employment outcomes, and it also passed 7-5. Finally, HB 2206 would require DES to reduce the SNAP payment error rate to 3% by 2030, submit annual progress reports, and face corrective action if targets are missed. Supporters said it would save taxpayer money and improve accountability, while opponents argued the target was too aggressive without more staff or funding and could strain DES; the bill was still under discussion at the end of the transcript.
MN

Minnesota 2025 1st Special Session

House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 3/12/25

Children and Families Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:24:31.679> world<00:24:32.480> and love the business world and love the business
  • and strengthen, not cut these programs and strengthen, not cut these programs and<00:52:48.160><
  • ,<01:05:42.799> the efficiency of the program, the efficiency of the program, the percentages
  • Um and then the uh Wright program.
  • > deny<01:08:59.920> someone's program, you can't deny someone's program, you can't deny
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee 3/10/25

Agriculture Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • assistance program.
  • management program.
  • business management program strengthens farmers’ business skills, leads to more successful operations
  • business management program strengthens farmers’ business skills, leads to more successful operations
  • drive our industry forward, and the farm business management program strengthens farmers’ business skills
Bills: HF1704