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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 4/8/26
Children and Families Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- contain blank appropriation for funding for the counties for MAFPA, and we were not able to reach agreement
- c><00:18:17.840><c> able</c><00:18:18.040><c> to</c><00:18:18.240><c> reach</c><00:18:18.400><c> agreement
- </c> and we were not able to reach agreement and we were not able to reach agreement in<00:18:18.840>
- So, the team we currently have has an interagency agreement with the Department of Economic Employment
- <00:52:32.600><c> with</c> agreement with agreement with uh<00:52:33.600><c> the</c><00:52:33.680><c>
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> service agreement renewed in January. service agreement renewed in January.
- So, our systems were down, minute wasn't working, um, service agreements wasn't processing, so we were
- I'm absolutely in agreement with you 100%.
- And that's the intent of the Jensen settlement agreement accord. Statement, Mr. Chair, at all.
- And that's the intent of the Jensen settlement agreement accord. >> [snorts] So yeah, I think we're all
Committee:
Senate Human Services
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Uh, this was a bipartisan agreement.
- Uh this was<01:01:51.680><c> a</c><01:01:51.839><c> bipartisan</c><01:01:52.559><c> agreement.
- Uh we felt was a bipartisan agreement.
- </c><01:16:00.640><c> So</c> agreement on what's going to happen.
- So agreement on what's going to happen.
Committee:
House Finance
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Task Force on Homeowners and Commercial Property Insurance 9/10/25
Minnesota House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- So, um, we want to move to the next slide, I think, at this point, to review the basic operating agreements
- the I think at this point to review the the basic<00:02:57.519><c> operating</c><00:02:58.000><c> agreements
- agreements or ground rules.<00:03:00.319><c> uh</c><00:03:00.400><c> and</c><00:03:00.879><c> uh</c>
- People in agreement, not in agreement, feel free to give like a thumbs up, thumbs down, wave your hands
- People in<00:41:11.520><c> agreement,</c><00:41:12.319><c> not</c><00:41:12.560><c> in</c><00:41:12.720
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- to us saying, well, an attorney told me that this is on the books and I can just use a licensing agreement
- to us saying, well, an attorney told me that this is on the books and I can just use a licensing agreement
- There wouldn't be a facilitated agreement about how the space is going to be shared to get all of the
- In speaking with the Department Association, for example, I think we have a joint agreement that most
- For example, I think we have a joint agreement that most landlords are going to do whatever they can
Committee:
House Judiciary
Summary:
The committee heard testimony on several bills. AB 316, by Assembly Member Krell, would prevent AI developers or deployers from arguing that an AI system’s alleged autonomy absolves them of civil liability. Supporters said it is a narrow, common-sense guardrail that does not change existing burdens of proof, while opponents from TechNet and the Chamber of Progress raised concerns about possible strict-liability effects. The bill was moved on a due-pass vote to the Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee.
AB 251, by Assembly Member Kalra, would let judges apply a preponderance-of-the-evidence standard when a skilled nursing facility or RCFE intentionally destroys evidence in elder abuse cases. Supporters said the measure is needed because vulnerable victims often cannot testify and electronic records are easily altered; opponents argued existing sanctions are sufficient and warned of more litigation. After discussion about the bill’s narrow scope and the governor’s prior veto concerns, the committee passed the bill to Human Services. AB 474, by Assembly Member Ward, would encourage nonprofit home-sharing for low-income homeowners, especially older adults, through tax and housing-law changes, but it also proposed changes to the lodger law. Supporters emphasized housing stability and companionship benefits, while the California Apartment Association and some members expressed concern about removing lodger protections; the author said he would continue working on that issue. The bill advanced to Human Services.
The committee also passed AB 449, which would authorize the Civil Rights Department to run statewide media campaigns discouraging discrimination based on immutable characteristics. AB 1201, the “Reunity Act,” would give courts discretion to provide family reunification services to parents with violent felony convictions unless the offense involved force or a weapon against the child or reunification would likely endanger the child; supporters described it as a fairer, individualized approach, while some members raised concerns about domestic violence and child safety. AB 464, an anti-retaliation and accountability bill concerning sexual abuse in prisons, would extend reporting time, require 90-day monitoring, bar rehiring confirmed abusers, and strengthen reporting protections; survivors gave detailed testimony about retaliation, and the bill passed to Appropriations. Finally, AB 614 would standardize Government Claims Act deadlines at one year for all claims; the author and a civil rights attorney argued the current six-month deadline is too short for many injury and wrongful death victims, and testimony began from a parent describing a jail-related death claim.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House public safety committee debate on HF16 - Pt. 2 3/12/25
Transcript Highlights:
- And when you have people coming to agreements on their child support independent of the court and one
- And when you have people coming to agreements on their child support independent of the court and one
- And when you have people coming to agreements on their child support independent of the court and one
- But also, people can come to agreements on their child support.
- And when you have people coming to agreements on their child support independent of the court and one
Summary:
The committee heard extended debate on a bill requiring cooperation with ICE and reporting related to undocumented people in certain criminal contexts. Representative Rymer argued the measure was meant to align with federal priorities focused on violent offenders and to ensure local governments respond to federal inquiries, not proactively target immigrants. He also said the bill was intended to address serious crimes and protect victims, citing examples of violent offenders and trafficking-related cases.
Several members raised concerns that the bill’s language was broader than described and could affect family court matters, health care, elder care, and routine interactions with government agencies. Testifiers and members warned it could be used as leverage against undocumented people in custody, child support, domestic violence, and labor exploitation situations, and could discourage people from reporting crimes or seeking help. The sheriff’s association and county attorneys’ association letters were cited as raising due process, equal protection, civil rights, and public safety concerns.
The discussion also focused on the bill’s definitions and mechanics, especially whether section three would require reporting after arrests that do not lead to charges and how county attorneys would know when to report. Representative Pinto pressed on the bill’s reference to “violent crime” and whether drug possession could be swept in, while Rymer argued the bill was narrower than critics suggested. No vote or final action was taken in the portion provided; the exchange remained at the discussion and questioning stage.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- There is wide agreement that new sustainable solutions are needed to overcome Minnesota's most pressing
- </c><01:05:20.279><c> that</c><01:05:20.520><c> new</c> options there is wide agreement that new options
- there is wide agreement that new Sustainable<01:05:21.440><c> Solutions</c><01:05:21.880><c> are</c>
- Then it was Fairview and Sanford coming up with an agreement, and the university was not a happy partner
- and University was not with an agreement and University was not a<01:07:17.559><c> happy</c><01:07:18.160
Committee:
Senate Higher Education
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- We have an agreement with the largest and most modern of the three units, but the other two units are
- Some large loads either connect directly to ERCOT or negotiate power purchase agreements.
- Rickerson:** ...or actually build it, or negotiate with a power purchase agreement.
- We've entered into an agreement with that one, but the other two units we're actually looking at the
- A lot of the school districts do interlocal government agreements.
Committee:
Senate Business & Commerce
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Formal House Session 94 Jun 21st, 2026 at 11:00 am
Massachusetts House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Also, the legislation ratifies seven collective bargaining agreements, which are very important to our
- The legislation also ratify seven collective bargaining agreements, which are very important to our workers
Summary:
The House took up several routine and ceremonial matters first, including a resolution honoring the Solomon Northup Committee and commemorating the arrival of the Solomon Northup sculpture in Boston, which was adopted. Members also adopted an order extending the Revenue Committee’s reporting deadline on House No. 4606, concurred in a Senate sick leave bank petition for Jeffrey Yatson, and suspended Joint Rule 12 for a similar sick leave bank petition for Jean McCarran. The House then advanced House No. 4413, a bill on the terms of certain Commonwealth bonds, to third reading and later passed it to be engrossed.
The main floor debate centered on House No. 4601, the fiscal year 2025 supplemental appropriations bill. The bill was described as a $2.25 billion supplemental budget with a net Commonwealth cost of about $750 million, covering MassHealth, snow and ice deficiencies, Home Base, universal school meals, reproductive health care supports, a sports and entertainment fund, and other items. The bill also included outside sections on public health and finance, and it ratified seven collective bargaining agreements. The House adopted Amendment 70, which added Health Safety Net funding measures, including higher hospital assessments and a $50 million transfer from the Commonwealth Care Trust Fund, after supporters said it would help avert a projected shortfall and generate federal Medicaid revenue. A separate amendment on Home Base eligibility was rejected.
The House also adopted a consolidated amendment that included provisions affecting western and central Massachusetts municipal health insurance costs and changes to violent injury benefit language for first responders, including clarifying the definition of a weapon and tightening the standard for covered injuries. Another consolidated amendment was adopted by roll call, and the bill itself was then passed to be engrossed by a recorded vote. The session ended with an order to meet the next day at 11 a.m. and a motion to adjourn in memory of former House members Thomas and George, which was agreed to before adjournment.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- And really, the only other thing it does is it allows an agreement between the tax collector and the
- person they're audited, and the person they're auditing to be able to sign an agreement to allow them
Committee:
Senate Revenue & Fiscal Affairs
Keywords:
bond authorization, capital improvement, general obligation bonds, financial management, state treasury, boiler safety, inspection, licensing, state fire marshal, operating certificate, regulations, local sales tax, local use tax, sales and use tax, tax audit, local collector, tax collector, prescriptive period, prescription waiver, interest suspension
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- As far as I know, we have got agreement with everybody, and this allows them to move forward to create
- We've got agreement with everybody, and this allows them to move forward to create this pool, very necessary
Committee:
House Insurance
Summary:
The House Insurance Committee met on May 12 with a quorum present and first took up Senate Bill 341, which would expand the Louisiana churches and nonprofit religious organizations self-insured fund from property-only coverage to broader commercial coverage, including liability, contents, wind and hail, and loss-of-use protections. The sponsor and Department of Insurance said the bill was the product of agreement among the parties and was intended to help churches and nonprofits, including smaller congregations, obtain affordable coverage. After adopting technical amendments, the committee reported SB 341 as amended without objection.
The committee then considered Senate Bill 509 on bank-owned life insurance (BOLI), which would clarify insurable interest and allow exchanges of underperforming policies. The sponsor, industry representatives, and the Department of Insurance discussed how banks use these policies for employee benefit funding, the role of 1035 exchanges, consent requirements, and concerns about federal tax issues and state insurable-interest language. Because the parties were still working toward a solution, the committee adopted a technical amendment but voluntarily deferred SB 509 until the following week.
Finally, the committee heard Senate Bill 464 on coverage for severe obesity treatment, which would create a framework for partially implementing the bariatric surgery mandate based on available appropriations. The sponsor and the Department of Insurance said the bill would let the state cover a proportional share of expected surgeries if only part of the required funding is provided. The committee reported SB 464 favorably without objection, and then adjourned.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Elections Committee May 6th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Clarify that Sections 1553 and 19230 of the Elections Code do not prohibit agreements between elections
- Clarify that Sections 1553 and 19230 of the Elections Code do not prohibit agreements between elections
Summary:
The Assembly Elections Committee met on May 6, 2026, with a quorum present and heard one bill, SB 73. The author described the measure as a response to perceived threats to California elections, including restrictions on armed or non-uniformed personnel at polling places, protections for ballots and voting equipment, and limits on law enforcement access to election materials without a court order. The chair reviewed a set of agreed amendments, including removing a section conflicting with AB 1664, deleting proposed criminal penalties, clarifying the role of the Attorney General and Secretary of State, and refining language on signature challenges, law enforcement support, and certified voting technology. Supporters, including AAPI Force, CHIRLA, the League of Women Voters of California, and Common Cause, argued the bill would protect voters from intimidation and preserve election integrity. Opponents from CALA argued the bill was unnecessary, would hinder legitimate investigations, and reflected distrust of law enforcement and federal oversight.
Committee discussion focused heavily on whether the bill was responding to real-world threats and on the ballot seizure in Riverside County. Members questioned how the measure would affect signature challenges, chain of custody, and investigations into possible fraud. The author and supporters said ballots should remain in election officials’ custody and that federal or local agents should not be able to interfere with election materials or intimidate voters. The chair and other members also discussed the urgency clause and the need to move the bill quickly despite the proximity of the June election.
The committee voted to do pass and re-refer SB 73 to the Committee on Public Safety. The roll call initially showed the bill passing 5-1, then after the absent member arrived, the final vote was 6-2, and the bill was reported out of committee.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- the Elections Code; clarify that Sections 1553 and 19230 of the Elections Code do not prohibit agreements
- Clarify that Sections 1553 and 19230 of the Elections Code do not prohibit agreements between elections
Committee:
House Elections
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 1721, prevailing wage contracts agreements. SB 1723, domestic violence contracts agreements.
Summary:
The Senate convened with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a recorded roll call showing 30 members present. The journal was approved, no guests were introduced at first, and the Governor’s signed bill HB 2022 was reported. The President also announced temporary committee substitutions for the Rules Committee on February 9.
Senator Shamp introduced licensed naturopathic physicians in the gallery and highlighted SB 1178, which would expand their authority to administer certain intravenous drugs, including antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals. The chamber then read a lengthy calendar of first- and second-reading bills and resolutions covering elections, education, health care, water, criminal justice, housing, taxation, and other topics, with no floor action taken on those measures during the reading.
The Senate recessed to recognize law enforcement personnel involved in the rescue of an eight-year-old boy from a human trafficking situation. A proclamation commended Deputies Gregory Sanders and Jacob Montoya, along with Cochise County and Border Patrol personnel, for their courage and professionalism. After returning to order, members made personal privilege remarks urging the Joint Legislative Budget Committee to review $2.85 million in election-related funding for the Secretary of State, and another senator spoke about water security and the need for long-term planning.
Additional announcements included caucus and committee meeting notices, an invitation to Arizona Aerospace Day, and a motion to adjourn until Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 1:15 p.m. The transcript ends as the chamber was considering adjournment.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- This time, with the right mediator, the parents reached agreement in less than two weeks.
- This time, with the right mediator, the parents reached agreement in less than two weeks.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Democratic Leaders Media Availability Jan 13th, 2026 at 11:00 am
Transcript Highlights:
- Fitzgibbon and I, who will be the prime sponsors of the bills in each chamber, have agreement on the
- But the basics, I think we've come to agreement on in terms of how the tax would be imposed.
Summary:
State legislative leaders held a press availability focused on the upcoming session’s priorities, framing the federal government as the main source of pressure on Washington residents’ access to health care, food assistance, housing, and other services. They said the session would center on defending Washingtonians from federal overreach while also addressing affordability, with emphasis on a balanced 2025-27 budget, possible spending cuts, and longer-term tax reform. Leaders also said they expect to pursue measures on housing costs, transportation, child care, preventive health care, and energy/data-center impacts.
A major topic was a proposed “millionaire tax” or income tax on adjusted gross income over $1 million. Leaders said the basic mechanics are largely agreed upon between House and Senate sponsors, though a draft is still pending and stakeholder outreach remains ahead. They described the proposal as part of a broader effort to rebalance the tax code, with some revenue potentially used to reduce more regressive taxes such as property taxes or to support credits for working families and small businesses. They also said any major new revenue would likely not arrive in time to solve the current biennial budget gap, though smaller tax changes and loophole closures could contribute.
The leaders also discussed the House and Senate response to two citizen initiatives, saying the legislature will not hold hearings on them and that they will instead go to voters if certified. They rejected claims that the state constitution requires hearings or floor votes on such initiatives, and questioned the signature-gathering process described by the Secretary of State’s office. Another issue was a public records exemption bill related to child care providers; leaders said they were not tracking it closely but defended broader privacy and safety concerns for child care businesses and families.
The press availability included a lengthy exchange about allegations of fraud and reports of journalists or others knocking on child care doors. Leaders said concerns should be reported to DCYF, the state auditor, or legislative auditors rather than handled by ad hoc visits, and they tied those concerns to broader fears about masked individuals, ICE activity, and public safety. On the budget, they said the rainy day fund is likely to be considered this year, especially if it helps avoid cuts to education, child care, and health care, and noted that federal policy changes could impose significant state implementation costs.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Democratic Leaders Media Availability Jan 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Fitzgibbon and I, who will be the prime sponsors of the bills in each chamber, have agreement on the
- But the basics, I think we've come to agreement on in terms of how the tax would be imposed.
Summary:
State legislative leaders held a press availability to preview a difficult session focused on responding to federal policy changes they said were threatening Washingtonians’ access to health care, food assistance, housing, and energy stability. They said the House and Senate would prioritize affordability, budget balancing, and protecting residents from federal overreach, while also advancing bills on issues such as preventive health care, housing costs, child care, transportation, and energy/data center impacts.
A major topic was a proposed state income tax on high earners. Leaders said the basic mechanics were agreed to between the House and Senate prime sponsors, including a 9.9% tax on adjusted gross income over $1 million, though drafting and stakeholder outreach were still ahead. They said any new revenue would not solve the current 2025-27 budget gap in time, so the immediate budget would rely mainly on cuts and transfers, with some discussion of smaller revenue measures and possible use of the rainy day fund. They also said the tax proposal would be paired with reductions in more regressive taxes, though details were not yet set.
The press conference also focused heavily on a school face-covering bill and related public safety concerns. Leaders defended the bill as a response to fears about masked individuals, impersonation of law enforcement, and recent ICE activity, citing testimony from law enforcement and advocacy groups. They also discussed a public records exemption bill for child care providers, saying concerns about privacy and safety justified limits on public access and emphasizing existing oversight through DCYF, the state auditor, and legislative audits. On initiatives and other bills, leaders said two initiatives would go to voters rather than receive hearings, and they indicated Senate Bill 5926 was not moving forward in the Senate committee process. No votes were taken during the availability.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- And so, this is an agreement... money.
- And so this is an agreement between the grocers association and the organized seafood association.
Bills:
HB1
Keywords:
DUI, driving under the influence, ignition interlock, interlock device, driver license suspension, restricted license, motor vehicle, alcohol offense, first offense, repeat offender, blood alcohol concentration, BAC, license revocation, Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency, ALEA, public safety, traffic safety, chemical dependency, substance abuse, court referral program
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Children and Senior Advocacy Committee Apr 8th, 2025
Children and Senior Advocacy
Transcript Highlights:
- So this is existing administrative agreement... existing administrative agreement between every county
Bills:
HB493
Committee:
House Children and Senior Advocacy
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Appropriations Committee on Health and Human Services Mar 26th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- AMENDED IT RECOGNIZES THE NEEDS OF MILITARY FAMILIES SEEKING TO CODIFY THE CURRENT PRACTICE OF AGREEMENTS
- ARE AWARE SINCE HE TOOK THIS UP IN SPECIAL SESSION THE 67 FLORIDA COUNTY JAILS HAVE ALL SIGNED AGREEMENTS