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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Minnesota House passes HF2442, the omnibus climate and energy finance bill 5/7/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c><00:17:51.120><c> like</c> backbone of many Minnesota programs like backbone of many Minnesota programs
- Energy Star was actually signed program.
- 29.000><c> million,</c><00:18:30.000><c> but</c> the program costs $32 million, but the program costs
- </c><00:19:18.559><c> because</c> the continuation of this program because the continuation of this program
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- The per-milliliter tax funded cancer research and public health programs.
- Granted order for the products that we currently sell in the United States.
- Federal funding for these programs has been cut or at risk, and these programs are just key to coming
- , they may be eligible under a property tax deferral program.
- The program limits how much tax can be exempted based on... ...substantially.
Committee:
Senate Ways & Means
Keywords:
SB 6073, LEOFF, Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire Fighters' Retirement System, retirement system, pension, public safety retirement, wildland firefighter, aviation firefighter, wildland fire, forest firefighter, Department of Natural Resources, DNR, firefighter benefits, retirement benefits, service credit, disability retirement, survivor benefits, employer contributions, Washington RCW, public employees
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee 3/10/26
Public Safety Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- :02.159><c> for</c><00:32:02.559><c> gun</c> there was grants available for gun there was grants available
- </c><00:32:21.360><c> or</c> the cities and maybe set up a grant or the cities and maybe set up a grant
- It does not require anybody to grant relief on those grounds. It only permits them to consider it.
- It does not require anybody to grant relief on those grounds. It only permits them to consider it.
- </c> free Minnesota and our member programs free Minnesota and our member programs that<01:04:56.240>
Committee:
House Public Safety Finance and Policy
Keywords:
theft, vulnerable adults, public safety, penalties, Minnesota statutes, chemical irritants, law enforcement, transparency, building owners, tenant rights, notification, remediation, firearm restrictions, domestic violence, court orders, criminal convictions, firearms prohibition, gun surrender, order for protection, protective order
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- If it has a set geolocation program into it, which some bad guys are doing, so if you jam Wi-Fi and GPS
- We'll get some technology for some grants.
- We'll get some technology for some grants.
- This is my nose of the camel into the tent to start what I hope is a program like ICAC, Idaho Crimes
- The Regional Information Sharing Systems has been congressionally funded for over 50 years, and grants
Committee:
House Judiciary, Rules and Administration
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
Committee to Study Long-Term Managed Care (09/29/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- Florida's<00:10:18.959><c> programming</c><00:10:19.839><c> program</c><00:10:20.320><c> achieving</c
- > Florida's programming program achieving Florida's programming program achieving uh<00:10:21.600><c>
- If that waiver were not not program.
- Then that granted, not renewed, etc.
- </c> lot of the program lot of the program um um um okay<00:28:58.640><c> other</c><00:28:59.200><c>
Summary:
The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and then reviewed a draft preliminary report on long-term managed care. The chair explained the report is intended to frame issues and outline legislative options, not make a final recommendation, especially given unresolved questions about the federal One Big Beautiful Bill (OB3). The report’s key issues included the current financing of county and private nursing homes through Medicaid rates, ProShare, MQUIP, and related funding mechanisms, and the concern that those payments could be affected or eliminated under a managed care model. Members also discussed managed care organizations’ role in Medicaid and cited other states’ experiences, noting examples of savings in Florida and Tennessee but higher costs in California. One member raised Indiana as another important comparison, and the committee agreed to add it to the report’s state examples.
The committee also reviewed sections on dual eligibility, D-SNP, PACE, and CFI waivers. The chair raised concerns about whether OB3 creates incentives for states to move toward D-SNP and whether federal changes could affect provider taxes, state-directed payments, and intergovernmental transfers. Henry Litman, the state Medicaid director, said he would confirm details on D-SNP incentives and explained that ProShare is based on certified public expenditure rather than an IGT, while county cap financing is the relevant intergovernmental transfer issue. He said IGTs are not going away and that the main risk is whether current financing mechanisms could be preserved if the state later changed course. Members discussed the possibility of a waiver not being granted or renewed and the high fiscal impact that could have on counties and property taxes.
The committee then discussed the population that any long-term managed care model should cover. Members agreed that there is no appetite to move developmental disability or acquired brain disorder populations into long-term managed care at this time, and the chair changed the report’s terminology from “elderly” to “aging population.” The chair also noted that the status quo option should reflect the recent shift toward home and community-based services and reduced nursing home utilization since earlier county reports. The report’s four policy options were summarized as: maintain the status quo; pursue D-SNP for dual eligibles, with DHHS potentially submitting an application as early as 2027; adopt an HCBS carveout; or move fully to managed care for the aging population. No final policy recommendation was made, and the committee discussed making edits to the draft before circulation, including adding Indiana, clarifying OB3-related issues, and changing the report title from “final” to “preliminary” or “interim.”
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Disaster recovery, which is a continuity of operations program, is $227,300.
- Health and Welfare is currently updating their MMIS program, and yet now you're moving 58 people from
- Health and Welfare into this program.
- This is a program that’s put together.
- This is a program that's put together.
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate Committee on Business and Commerce (Part II) Feb 27th, 2025
Business & Commerce
Transcript Highlights:
- We invite all of the AI data centers and flexible loads into a program where we are...
- So, great program. I assume that's the goal. ...know.
- So let's cut off our program here."
- That would be the opposite, I think. ...of what you intended with the program.
- A computer, if-then basic programming kind of an algorithm.
Committee:
Senate Business & Commerce
Keywords:
hemp, consumable hemp, hemp-derived cannabinoids, CBD, cannabidiol, CBG, cannabigerol, delta-8, delta-9, intoxicating hemp, hemp gummies, hemp vape, edibles, cannabinoid regulation, hemp licensing, retailer registration, product registration, QR code labeling, child-resistant packaging, minor access
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jun 10th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And then, last but not least, is the celebration fund and grants.
- And then, last but not least, is the celebration fund and grants.
- All right, Treasurer Ellsworth, Ambassador Program Update. I'm Julie Ellsworth.
- I'm Idaho State Treasurer, speaking on behalf of the Ambassador Program.
- I think there's been extensive funding for some of your programs.
Summary:
The committee received updates on Idaho’s America 250 preparations, including ambassador outreach, the statewide celebration schedule, the Liberty Bell tour, and related public events. Treasurer Ellsworth reported nearly 2,000 ambassadors across cities, counties, businesses, schools, and veterans groups, and described recent branded events around the state, including service projects, food festivals, and community celebrations. Director Gallimore added that the state’s “Our American Story” booth had strong participation, Idaho’s Fourth of July event was accepted as an America’s Block Party, and the Great American State Fair and other statewide activations were underway.
Secretary McGrane outlined plans for the main Capitol celebration in Boise, including a pancake feed, parade, concert, vendors, public television coverage, and the use of an interactive website map showing Celebration Fund projects statewide. Committee members asked about tribal participation, sponsor involvement, event timing, and logistics such as the Liberty Bell transport vehicle, water, and performer accommodations. McGrane said the vehicle was being built by Kendall Ford and that the team was coordinating with the Attorney General’s Office and risk management on transport and insurance issues.
The committee debated additional funding needs for the Capitol celebration. McGrane requested $10,000 more to cover unanticipated costs such as paramedics, RVs/green rooms for performers, water, and performer compensation. After discussion about existing expenditures and the original budget, the committee approved a motion to provide an additional $10,000 in spending authority for those specific purposes, with any unspent funds to return to the committee. Members also discussed contingency planning for bad weather and agreed to revisit that issue at the next meeting, which was scheduled for June 24.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources Jan 28th, 2025
House Agriculture, Acequias And Water Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- So if farms are enrolled in conservation programs or there's some shortage going on, and there's some
- a levy by 80%, and I ...expect we're going to have some kind of wonderful cost-share program that can
- We have done a lot of research on this type of program.
- I will tell you that the fundamental problem with this bill is the difference between a general grant
- of authority versus a specific grant of authority.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- Grant us, Lord, here in Idaho, moral and they staked their lives on it.
- Grant us, Lord, here in Idaho, moral clarity today.
- We're not creating a new agency or spinning up a new program.
- that's part of an evidence-based program for one of their treatment courts.
- The program maintenance budget is $5,636,600, with 35.5 full-time positions.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Emergency Management Committee Mar 24th, 2026
Emergency Management
Transcript Highlights:
- Governor's Office of Emergency Services to issue identification cards to essential utility workers, granting
- In 2019, our district implemented a comprehensive employee identification program.
- SB 1001 will ensure that trained utility personnel can be quickly verified and granted access when every
- In 2019, our district implemented a comprehensive employee identification program.
- Each employee carries an ID card clearly identifying them as old. program.
Committee:
Senate Emergency Management
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Without objection, members, guests, and former members will be granted privileges of the floor.
- together here today to do the work that Thou hast called us to do, and we humbly pray that Thou would grant
- passed Prop. 203, a citizen's initiative to fund quality early childhood development and health programs
- that actually educates youth on the dangers of smoking and any... ...education program that actually
- Committees are granted permission to continue meeting.
Summary:
The House convened, opened with prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, approved the journal, and recognized the Doctor of the Day, Dr. Jasleen Chatwal. Members also introduced a number of guests and visiting groups, including Irish dignitaries for St. Patrick’s Day recognition, labor organizations such as AFSCME and CWA, the Arizona Farm Bureau, the Arizona chapter of the American College of Surgeons for Stop the Bleed training, and advocates for rare skeletal conditions. A proclamation recognizing St. Patrick’s Day was read, and the House later heard a proclamation honoring AFSCME Arizona.
On the floor, the House took up several procedural motions, including requests to have the Senate return HB 4027 and HB 2444 for reconsideration, and received multiple Senate bills on first and second reading. The chamber then moved into Committee of the Whole and approved HB 2750 with a friendly floor amendment, sending it forward as amended. The House also sent HB 2999 to an additional Committee of the Whole, adopted a floor amendment, and advanced it as amended for engrossing.
During third reading, HB 2197, relating to water access and camping near water sources, failed on reconsideration after members debated whether it imposed unnecessary criminal penalties and enforcement concerns. HB 2429, relating to vacation and short-term rentals, passed after supporters said it restored local control to cities and towns. HB 2950, creating special districts for tourism improvement areas, passed after amendments made participation voluntary and added notice requirements. HB 4001, relating to nicotine products, also passed after debate over youth vaping, enforcement authority, and whether the bill struck the right balance between regulation and parental responsibility. The House then made committee announcements and adjourned until Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- Without objection, members, guests, and former members will be granted privileges of the floor.
- together here today to do the work that Thou hast called us to do, and we humbly pray that Thou would grant
- passed Prop. 203, a citizen's initiative to fund quality early childhood development and health programs
- Another issue with this bill is that if we want to add protections to children, fund an education program
- Committees are granted permission to continue meeting. Messages from the Senate.
FL
Florida 2026 4th Special Session
January 27, 2026 - 03:00 PM
Transcript Highlights:
- supporting this bill, particularly the addition of the outdoor recreation plan and outdoor government grants
- This bill would help make that vision, or could make that vision, become a reality with a grant to local
- BILL 199 WOULD HELP MAKE THAT VISION OR COULD MAKE THAT VISION BECOME A REALITY WITH A GRANT
- This bill authorizes -- security should program. Chair McClure: That is fantastic.
- This amendment includes private colleges and universities who obtained the NCA designation in the program
Summary:
The committee first took up CS/House Bill 981, which would restore the Ocklawaha River and related natural resources. Supporters, including environmental groups, Save the Manatee Club, business owners, and Reunite the Rivers advocates, argued the bill would improve manatee habitat, fish passage, flood protection, tourism, and long-term economic returns while reducing dam maintenance costs. Opponents and skeptics focused on concerns about water quality, nutrient loading in the St. Johns River, loss of the Rodman Reservoir’s habitat and water-supply value, and potential ecological and economic harms. Members in debate largely supported the restoration effort, and the bill was reported favorably on a unanimous vote.
The committee then heard HB 697, the PRICE Act, which would use international reference pricing to set a drug cost benchmark, address pharmacy benefit manager practices, and require health plans to keep drug prices stable for the year. The sponsor said the bill would lower costs and improve access, especially for uninsured Floridians. Supporters, including independent pharmacists, argued PBMs are squeezing pharmacies and that the bill could help lower prices. Opponents from BioFlorida and PhRMA warned the proposal could disrupt the national drug supply chain, fail to pass savings to patients, and lead to shortages, reduced access, and less innovation. After debate, the bill passed favorably, with Rep. Chambliss voting no.
The committee also considered CS/HB 1081, which was amended to include private colleges and universities with NCA designation in the program. After brief discussion and support from United Way Miami, the committee reported the bill favorably. Finally, CS/HB 177 was introduced as a framework for Florida’s regional councils to cross-assign bills among regions; it received supportive testimony and was also reported favorably. The meeting then adjourned.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Government Contract Review Committee (1-13-26) - Upon Adjournment
Transcript Highlights:
- </c><00:36:51.280><c> from</c> robust dual enrollment program from robust dual enrollment program from
- So yes, to your enrollment program.
- I'm the program administrator for Ridesmart Kentucky, the motorcycle rider education program.
- </c> expanded um you know the waiver program expanded um you know the waiver program for<01:08:05.119
- </c> implications for the 340B program implications for the 340B program throughout<01:19:40.800><c>
Keywords:
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Summary:
The Government Contracts Committee met for its first 2026 meeting, approved the December 9 minutes, and reviewed 337 contracts totaling about $71.8 million. After a motion to consider the routine contract lists without objection passed, the committee pulled several items for discussion, including contracts from the Council on Postsecondary Education, the Department of Highways, the Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Commission, and Kentucky State University. Most items were ultimately approved by roll call votes.
For the Council on Postsecondary Education item, members discussed why the contract was not handled through the usual Finance Cabinet bidding process. Staff explained it stemmed from House Bill 200 and the healthcare workforce incentive fund, which uses a separate competitive award process and steering committee under different statutory standards. The committee accepted that explanation and approved the contract. Department of Highways staff then explained the difference between scour assessments, which evaluate erosion and foundation risk around bridge piers, and load ratings, which assess the bridge structure itself. Members also questioned a larger engineering contract increase; staff said it reflected progression from preliminary engineering to final design on a phased project and estimated the funding split at roughly 80% federal and 20% state. Those highway contracts were approved.
The Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Commission presented a legal services contract. Officials said the new corporation had identified legal needs, issued an RFP, and awarded four firms to create a pool of counsel to avoid conflicts as the agency now licenses racing, sports betting, and charitable gaming. They also said an emergency contract was needed after a temporary restraining order was issued in litigation involving charitable gaming machines and alleged losses to charities. The committee asked about the litigation and the affected organizations, and the contract was approved. Kentucky State University then defended a marketing/enrollment contract despite financial concerns, saying the work was intended to raise awareness of the university, improve enrollment, and support financial stability. University officials also said they were tightening student payment enforcement and collection practices, including payment plans and holding students accountable for balances. That contract was also approved.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session May 19th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Yeah, thank you so much. 340B, like many programs, is not perfect.
- the federal level, as they should be, as it's a federal program.
- Who are not intended to use the program, cannot use the program.
- Program to avoid predictable, costly. and preventable disasters.
- Disabled Communications Program, and the Transportation Network Company Access for All Program.
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Environment and Agriculture (03/05/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- At least there's some dialogue that can occur before the pet is granted access to the service.
- At least there's some dialogue that can occur before the pet is granted access to the service.
- </c><01:50:24.239><c> the</c> you know granted the you know granted the accommodations<01:50:26.239><
- Those would be all pretty much being paid for by federal grants, I assume.
- </c> the New Hampshire's kid Governor program the New Hampshire's kid Governor program in<04:44:33.280
Summary:
The committee held a work session on a bill arising from the Lee case involving animal seizures and humane society involvement. Members and the commissioner discussed concerns about due process, lack of clear notice to animal owners, the need for owners to understand when they are surrendering ownership, and whether humane agents should have additional training or certification. Several members also questioned the role of the NH SPCA and humane societies, the absence of oversight, and whether there was any financial or policy conflict in their involvement. The commissioner said the Department of Agriculture does not have a direct relationship with humane societies, but does coordinate with police on seizures, and noted that problems tend to arise when agencies do not consult the department first.
Testimony and discussion focused on possible fixes to the bill, including clearer written notice of rights, requiring a third-party qualified veterinarian or other neutral evaluator, establishing the condition of animals at the time of seizure for later court proceedings, and possibly using teleconferencing with a veterinarian in limited circumstances. Some members suggested the bill may need a broader study committee, while others said it should be amended now rather than delayed. The chair said the bill would be worked on further and sent to the subcommittee for more detailed review.
The committee then opened a hearing on HB 250, which would allow local governing bodies to regulate dog muzzling. Representative Jodi Newell testified that the bill was intended to let municipalities respond to dangerous dogs, citing Keene’s attempt to require muzzling after a serious incident but lack of clear authority under current law. Deborah LeBlanc also testified about a dog attack that seriously injured her dog and said a muzzle requirement could have prevented the attack. Committee members asked about the incident, existing dog-control laws, and whether the dog had been leashed; the discussion suggested the bill was meant to clarify local authority over muzzling as a public safety measure.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- fund that are more substantive about how the funds are to be used or how someone applies for, like, a grant
- program under the fund, but the technical language of the creation of that fund would only be in Title
- fund that are more substantive about how the funds are to be used or how someone applies for like a grant
- program under the fund, but the technical language of the creation of that fund would only be in Title
Committee:
All CODE REVISION COMMISSION
Summary:
The commission first approved the prior meeting minutes and then adopted the annual authorization for expense reimbursement for commissioners performing official duties under Arkansas Code 25-16-902. Members noted that legislative commissioners would not receive reimbursement for the meeting day if they were already in session and receiving legislative per diem.
The commission then heard a LexisNexis proposal for pricing increases and replacement volumes for Arkansas Code publications. LexisNexis said the proposed increase was about 7 percent, citing higher costs and the producer price index, and recommended replacing three volumes in 2026 and four in 2027 based on supplement size and the age of the volumes. Members asked about public pricing, the basis for selecting replacement volumes, and whether a statewide contract for judicial legal research services might be possible; LexisNexis said it would connect the senator with its sales team. The commission approved the pricing and replacement volume proposal.
Staff also provided an update on the codification project for state treasury funds. The project will move duplicative fund-creation language into Title 19 only, repeal duplicate provisions elsewhere in the code, and be presented later as a technical corrections bill. Members discussed whether any funds appeared obsolete and whether future legislation could eliminate unused funds, and staff said DFA maintains a list of obsolete funds that could be included in future cleanup work. The chair said the commission would likely meet again in the fall to consider technical corrections, and the meeting adjourned.
FL
Florida 2026 5th Special Session
FL House Floor Session - 2025-03-04 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- continued protection for public servants, their staffs, and families, and asked that the House be granted
- We have with us today the Honorable Marty Bowen, the Honorable Dane Eagle, the Honorable Michael Grant
- Let's repeal government programs instead of reshuffling them.
- We must never hesitate to curb the excesses of government, eliminate programs that cause more harm than
Summary:
The Florida House convened for the opening day of the 2025 regular session with prayer, moments of silence honoring Senator Geraldine Thompson and Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart, a quorum call, presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the national anthem. The chamber also recognized Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz as law enforcement officer of the day and approved the journal. Numerous guests were introduced, including members of the Florida Cabinet, Supreme Court justices, former House speakers, former legislative leaders, former members, and Speaker Perez’s family.
Speaker Daniel Perez delivered the opening address, emphasizing that the session should focus on meaningful reforms, strong committee work, and bipartisan engagement rather than personal priorities. He highlighted property insurance as a major issue and said the insurance and banking subcommittee would investigate possible misconduct by insurers, including the use of subpoenas, sworn testimony, and outside experts. He also pointed to housing, health care, public education, public safety, government accountability, and budget savings as key areas for legislative work.
The House received a letter from Governor Ron DeSantis requesting a joint session on March 4 at 11 a.m. for the State of the State address. The chamber adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 1294 to authorize the joint session, and the related House concurrent resolution was laid on the table. The House then adjourned to conduct committee and other business and to reconvene for the joint session at 11 a.m. or upon call of the Speaker.
FL
Florida 2026 Regular Session
FL House Floor Session - 2025-03-04 (10:00AM Session)
Florida House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Your Holy Word instructs us to pray for those in positions of authority, and as we do so today, grant
- We have with us today the Honorable Marty Bowen, the Honorable Dane Eagle, the Honorable Michael Grant
- Let's repeal government programs instead of reshuffling them.
- We must never hesitate to curb the excesses of government, eliminate programs that cause more harm than
Summary:
The Florida House convened for the opening day of the 2025 regular session with prayer, moments of silence honoring Senator Geraldine Thompson and Congressman Lincoln Díaz-Balart, the presentation of colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the National Anthem. The chamber recognized Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz as law enforcement officer of the day, approved the journal, and welcomed state officials, Supreme Court justices, former House speakers, former legislative leaders, former members, and Speaker Perez’s family.
Speaker Daniel Perez delivered opening remarks focused on making the House a more engaged and dynamic chamber, emphasizing substantive reforms, strong committee work, and accountability in government. He highlighted property insurance as a major issue, noting concerns about undisclosed reports and directing the insurance and banking subcommittee to hold hearings with subpoena power and outside experts. He also called for attention to housing, health care, public education, public safety, and budget savings, urging members to reduce waste, fraud, and abuse and to find recurring spending cuts.
The House received Governor Ron DeSantis’s request to address a joint session on March 4 at 11 a.m. and adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 1294, which authorized the House and Senate to meet in joint session for that purpose. Upon adoption of the resolution, HCR 1289 was laid on the table. The House then adjourned to allow for committee and subcommittee meetings and to reconvene for the joint session later that morning.