Transcript Highlights:

• In this case, this will be sort of—and generally, we’ll see where we need policy, either creation of
• Generally speaking, we make few policy changes in this committee that are more technical.
• That is not to say that in every case there won’t be an adjustment, but that’s generally speaking very
• As you may remember, DCA oversees and manages our own facilities. We are not a part of GSD.
• On the general fund. Thank you for your support. Excellent. Thank you very much. Okay.

Bills: HB63 , HB64 , HB184 , HB200 , HB47 , HB48 , HB2 , HB9

Committee: House House Appropriations & Finance

Keywords: water project fund, New Mexico Finance Authority, NMFA, Water Trust Board, water infrastructure, wastewater, drinking water, flood prevention, watershed restoration, water storage, conveyance, delivery, water treatment, recycling, reuse, municipal infrastructure, local government finance, capital outlay, grants, loans

Transcript Highlights:

• this finding was referred to the prosecuting attorney, and we've also referred it to the Attorney General
• This finding was also referred to the prosecuting attorney and the Attorney General.
• I was just wondering what that was generally for. Thanks.
• It's my understanding that at the museum itself, we have rental space available as a rental facility,
• and the employee was taking money for the rent of the facility, but it was never being entered into

Committee: All LEGISLATIVE JOINT AUDITING-STATE AGENCIES

Summary: The committee first approved prior meeting minutes by motion and voice vote. It then took up audit reports, with several reports without findings filed without objection. The main discussion centered on the FY24 Department of Human Services audit, which contained three findings: alleged fraud involving disaster SNAP and Medicaid benefits, a delayed notification of a nearly $610,000 altered state warrant, and asset-control issues including missing or misidentified equipment and improper sales tax paid on vehicle purchases. DHS representatives said some fraud cases had been resolved with restitution, others were pending or dismissed, and they described corrective steps such as updating internal notification procedures and asset controls. Committee members questioned the missing assets, the notification delay, and the sales tax issue, and the report was deferred to the next meeting so DHS could return with written policy changes. The committee also reviewed the FY24 Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism audit, which had two findings: loss of nearly $3,500 in museum receipts and cash-control exceptions involving $100 missing from a park camping drawer and an $80 overage at War Memorial Stadium. Agency officials said the museum loss was believed to be theft, that controls had since been strengthened with a point-of-sale and reservation system, and that the stadium issue reflected the unique mix of cash and bank balances used for events. Members asked about the investigation, reimbursement through the bond board, and whether the employee’s final paycheck could be withheld. The chair later relayed that the prosecutor’s office said the Parks and Tourism investigation remained open and that additional information had been requested from the agency, so the report was also deferred to the next meeting.

Transcript Highlights:

• public buying the concessions, or to the facility that's offering the solicitation?
• So generally speaking, no, this section doesn't reference that, but one could reference 44-08-01.
• I think it, you know, generally speaking, it could be changed to, like, government entities.
• The Attorney General, the Adjutant General, was just last session.
• Say we have a storm and a roof is damaged on an existing facility.

Summary: The task force approved the March 25, 2026 minutes as amended, striking language about contracting with a security vendor. Members then reviewed a draft bill on concessions procurement (LC 27.0161), which would raise the competitive solicitation threshold from $25,000 to $50,000, allow requests for proposals in addition to bids, update language for vending and merchandising machines, and clarify where concession proceeds are deposited. OMB explained the bill and said it was open to further changes, including language to address artificial fragmentation, clarify which government entities are covered, and possibly set contract-length limits. Members raised questions about whether the bill would apply to school districts, park districts, airports, and other political subdivisions, and about whether concession agreements could direct proceeds to nonprofits or other secondary recipients; OMB said the statute is intended to require proceeds to go to the government entity’s operating fund or general fund. OMB also reported on other survey suggestions. It said a proposed general authority for agencies to create pre-qualified architect/engineering vendor pools would not move forward, because the existing authority is best limited to high-volume agencies. On legal notices, OMB said it had made progress with the North Dakota Newspaper Association on modernizing online notices, improving ADA compliance, and discussing rate and definition changes. On click-through agreements, OMB and the Attorney General’s office concluded no statutory change was needed after revising internal guidance; the $20,000 threshold was described as a practical cutoff for adhesive, nonnegotiable software terms. OMB also said issues raised by the Center for Distance Education on alternate procurements and food/beverage expenditures had been resolved through policy clarification. The University System gave a brief update on its collaboration with OMB and said it was continuing to review concessions, surplus property, and capital project statutes with all institutions involved. The task force then discussed a draft bill on requirements for new or expanded spending, intended to require agencies to identify program purpose, needs, alternatives, success measures, and budget details, and to report on outcomes over time. Members and staff debated whether OMB or Legislative Council should collect and report the information, how much should be real-time versus periodic, and whether the bill should include full implementation costs for pilot programs. Legislative Council staff said the new program evaluation division is still being built out, that staffing remains limited, and that the office plans to continue working with OMB and the executive branch to refine the proposal before the next meeting. No final action was taken on the draft bills beyond directing further work and follow-up for the next meeting.

Transcript Highlights:

• It is an investment in stability, in community, and wealth for the next generation.
• While generally they support the bill, they did have some concerns.
• They are currently building a water filtration facility or water treatment facility because of the PFAS
• While generally they support concerns.
• </c> facility or water treatment facility facility or water treatment facility because<01:09:44.880><

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• It says any association, on lines 21 through 23, any association which utilizes school district facilities
• Any association which utilizes school district facilities or services shall reimburse the district for
• On page two, wouldn't that simply be clarification language referring to facilities on page two?
• Just on the data in general, where is this data coming from?
• And I'm cautious, and I ask you: do you think we'll have a problem staffing these facilities if we're

Bills: SB2063 , SB1877 , SB1884 , SB2174 , SB1525 , SB1771 , SB1805 , SB1916 , SB1365 , SB1810

Committee: House General Government

Keywords: unclaimed property, abandoned property, state treasurer, unclaimed property fund, public website, claimant, hearing, administrative procedures act, sales tax exemption, income tax subtraction, youth entrepreneurs, teen business, minor-owned business, sole proprietorship, business license exemption, entrepreneurship, youth vendor, Oklahoma Tax Commission, Title 60, Title 68

Summary: The committee first laid over Senate Bill 263, then took up several other measures. Senate Bill 1877, which would create a centralized reporting system for reports through the Secretary of State, was discussed as similar to House Bill 3047 and was reported due pass by a 6-0 vote. Senate Bill 1884, concerning access for statewide educator associations and individual school employees, drew questions about union access, off-campus recruitment, right-to-work law, and possible conflicting language on fees and reimbursement; it was reported due pass 6-1. The committee then advanced tourism and public safety measures. Senate Bill 1365 would update promotional fund language and allow the Tourism and Recreation Department to make certain merchandise purchases outside the central purchasing process up to $75,000; it passed 6-2. Senate Bill 2174 would change the appointment and makeup of the State Fire Marshal Commission board and was reported due pass 8-0. Senate Bill 1525, as amended by a PCS, would let the Tourism and Recreation Department contract for support of its annual tourism conference and charge registration fees to recoup costs, with emergency language added; it passed 6-2. The committee also approved House Bill 1810, which would allow expert testimony in human trafficking cases and add trafficking victims to existing victim services, by an 8-0 vote. On workforce and agency administration, Senate Bill 1771 would expand the Workforce Commission’s authority to collect funding, expenditure, and performance data and to hire outside counsel; it passed 5-2. Senate Bill 1805 would bar certain group homes and post-adjudication treatment facilities from using contract staff, due to concerns about records access and staffing; it passed 6-1. Finally, Senate Bill 1960 would move the Oklahoma Receivership Office under the Oklahoma Insurance Department to modernize and reduce duplication, and it was reported due pass 7-0. The meeting then adjourned.

Transcript Highlights:

• I would say innovation for generations.
• </c> General Cybernetics. General Cybernetics.
• </c> these therapies in general. these therapies in general.
• And generally being authorized and sometimes even within existing medical facilities.
• </c><01:44:26.040><c> Uh</c> existing medical facilities. Uh existing medical facilities.

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:01:51.200><c> Assembly,</c> only one member of the General Assembly, only one member of the General
• </c> he opened an automotive service facility he opened an automotive service facility in<00:02:30.959
• And after the 2010 general member.
• </c><00:04:50.600><c> Assembly</c><00:04:51.080><c> honors</c> the General Assembly honors the General
• </c> um than the general civilian population. um than the general civilian population.

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• </c> department of accounting of general department of accounting of general services<00:27:43.360><c
• Then we have our state general funds.
• </c><00:48:52.160><c> It's</c> don't have any general funding. It's don't have any general funding.
• </c> salary for her salary from the general salary for her salary from the general fund.<01:09:34.480
• </c><01:10:05.520><c> a</c> is a challenge. um in general with a is a challenge. um in general with a

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The Committee on Culture and the Arts held an informational briefing on May 22 with the Hawaii Arts Alliance, the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (SFCA), and the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission. Chair Capella said the purpose was to better understand the organizations’ work and strengthen relationships ahead of the interim and next session. The Hawaii Arts Alliance, led by Executive Director Gay Humphrey, described its mission to enrich Hawaii’s cultural fabric through arts education, advocacy, and community engagement, and highlighted its history tied to Alfred Price, including the creation of Hawaii’s 1% for art law and the alliance’s 45 years of service. The alliance outlined its current work, including administering SFCA-funded statewide programs such as Artist in the Schools and the new folk and traditional arts program, with 34 teaching partners serving more than 100 public and charter schools and Kumu Hawaii as the single grantee for traditional weaving instruction. It also discussed Arts First Partners, the incubation of Arts at Mark’s Garage, expanded advocacy efforts supported by Creative West grants, and new multi-year philanthropic support from the Hawaii Community Foundation and Atherton Family Foundation. The alliance said it is launching statewide listening sessions and an arts advocacy training program, and noted that most SFCA funds pass through the alliance to program partners, with the organization retaining 10 to 14 percent for administration. SFCA Executive Director Karen Ewald then described the agency’s role as the state arts agency, its strategic planning process, and its main programs, including Art in Public Places, the Capital Modern museum, Artist in the Schools, apprentice mentoring grants, community arts grants, the Hawaii State Poet Laureate program, a statewide cultural extension program, and the Hawaii Open Arts Program. She said SFCA has 21 staff with one vacancy, is awaiting a federal NEA partnership agreement, and is considering new revenue streams such as a cultural trust. She also noted that the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission was recently attached to SFCA, which has improved coordination and allows SFCA to provide funding for conservation and upkeep of the King Kamehameha statues statewide. No votes were taken; the meeting was informational only, with questions deferred until after the presentations.

Transcript Highlights:

• My Healthcare Facilities and System Subcommittee, Representative Harris.
• THEY ARE PUBLIC FACILITIES THAT PROVIDE A PUBLIC GOOD.
• Entitled, an act relating to construction and facilities. Are there amendments?
• OF THE DUTY WE HAVE TO OUR NEXT GENERATION.
• WE TALK ABOUT INSPECTORS GENERAL AND AUDITING.

Bills: SB 2 , HB 2 , HB 2000 , HB 2196 , HB 213 , HB 222 , HB 645 , HB 1458 , HB 1022 , HB 141 , HB 502 , HB 643 , HB 3093 , HB 1700 , HB 117 , SB 503 , SB 2 , HB 120 , HB 20 , HB 150 , HB 6 , HB 100 , HB 210 , HB 215 , HB 1393 , HB 1151 , HB 1268 , HB 142 , HB 451 , HB 124 , HB 2 , HB 2000 , HB 2196 , HB 213 , HB 222 , HB 645 , HB 1458 , HB 1022 , HB 141 , HB 502 , HB 643 , HB 3093 , HB 1700 , HB 117

Keywords: public education, teacher compensation, certification, funding, school finance, educator rights, education funding, charter schools, staff compensation, state aid, retention allotment, child grooming, sex offender registration, criminal justice, reportable conviction, law enforcement, virtual education, hybrid learning, school funding, average daily attendance

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:57:10.039><c> counsel</c> my name is Rob Barry I'm general counsel my name is Rob Barry I'm general
• </c><01:13:20.600><c> um</c> receiving care in a nursing facility um receiving care in a nursing facility
• </c><03:12:54.080><c> funds</c> this would be completely General funds this would be completely General
• </c> this point about a $2.5 million general this point about a $2.5 million general fund fund fund expenditure
• </c><04:34:22.080><c> court</c> were to change I think the general court were to change I think the general

Committee: Senate Health and Human Services

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• No way can you reconcile that with the general public out there. Because if that guy, Mr.
• But like all general legal principles, there are... rights, privacy, and limited government.
• But like all general legal principles, there are exceptions.
• , and specifically beds and inpatient facilities so that people could be properly diverted.
• There's also been multiple instances where ICE has been deceitful, causing general fear and generational

Committee: Senate Public Safety

Summary: The committee met without a quorum and operated as a subcommittee while hearing several bills, with members repeatedly noting that votes would be taken later once a quorum was established. Early in the meeting, the committee heard SB 1446 on parole en banc review and SB 1278 on elderly parole eligibility for certain sex offenses. SB 1446’s author said the bill would give commissioners more discretion in en banc review, make votes public, and allow referral for sexually violent predator evaluation in certain cases; supporters included the California District Attorneys Association, while opponents from Uncommon Law, the Ella Baker Center, and public defender groups argued it would add confusion, create constitutional and litigation concerns, and duplicate existing safeguards. SB 1278 would exclude certain rape, child sexual abuse, and habitual/serial sex offense convictions from elderly parole eligibility; district attorneys and police chiefs supported it as a victim-safety measure, while civil rights and defense organizations opposed it as unnecessary, costly, and inconsistent with evidence on aging and recidivism. Both bills were discussed but not voted on due to the lack of quorum. The committee then heard SB 1354, which would bar out-of-state military or law enforcement personnel from entering California to perform such functions without the Governor’s permission. The author and supporters framed it as protecting state sovereignty and limiting unauthorized armed incursions; the committee accepted an amendment removing a criminal penalty and leaving enforcement to the Attorney General. No opposition testimony was offered, and members expressed support, but no vote was taken because quorum was still lacking. The committee also heard SB 926, a bill to fund implementation of Proposition 36. Supporters, including sheriffs, district attorneys, probation officials, and the League of California Cities, said local agencies need funding for treatment, supervision, and administration; opponents argued the proposal was fiscally reckless, lacked accountability, and overemphasized incarceration. Amendments removed a specific appropriation and shifted funding decisions to the budget process, but the bill was also held pending quorum. Later, the committee heard SB 874, which would require background checks for unlicensed providers of Medi-Cal behavioral health treatment services, create a stakeholder workgroup, and direct DHCS to issue guidance and report on program integrity. Support came from local health plans and behavior analysis providers, who said the bill would improve safety and consistency; there was no opposition testimony. The committee then heard SB 1210, which would extend CalGang oversight and due process protections to local gang databases as well as shared ones. Supporters described privacy abuses, racial disparities, and personal harm from inaccurate gang labels; law enforcement opposition argued the bill would impose CalGang standards on informal investigative files and would significantly change the gang definition. The author said the bill closes a loophole and preserves prior reforms, but no vote was taken. The committee also began hearing SB 1019 on creating a California Cargo Thief Task Force, with strong support from BNSF, trucking, shipping, port, and supply-chain representatives who described organized, multi-jurisdictional cargo theft and rail sabotage; no opposition was heard, and members indicated support, but action was deferred pending quorum. The meeting then moved to SB 1217 on a non-consensual intimate image clearinghouse, with the chair and author describing privacy-related amendments and the bill’s focus on helping survivors remove exploitative images; the transcript cuts off as that presentation began.

Transcript Highlights:

• I would uh want to direct to just generally uh these facilities carry a substantial amount of liability
• ><c> uh</c><01:38:15.119><c> these</c><01:38:15.440><c> facilities</c> to just generally uh these facilities
• to just generally uh these facilities carry<01:38:16.159><c> a</c><01:38:16.400><c> substantial</c><
• </c> to pass and sent to general orders. to pass and sent to general orders.
• </c> general orders. all the available. general orders. all the available.

Committee: Senate Human Services

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• The Hills of Walnut Creek project also includes sites for future public facilities to benefit the city
• , but we're also responsible for our other first responders who will be entering those facilities.
• We're just getting the next generation ready.
• They put it into the general budget for general purposes? That's fine.
• If there's a general statute of limitations...

Bills: SB3038 , SB3045 , SB3065 , SB3069 , SB3071 , HB2025 , HB2149 , HB3370 , HB4205 , HB4506 , HB5424 , HB5652 , HB24 , HB3687 , HB24

Committee: Senate Local Government

Keywords: Fort Bend County, Municipal Utility District, MUD, special district, Rosenberg, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, TCEQ, ad valorem tax, bond issuance, assessments, fees, taxes, eminent domain, road district, storm drainage, infrastructure financing, development agreement, municipal consent, temporary directors, public utility district

Transcript Highlights:

• It's for any general election, statewide for any general election, statewide for any general election
• publication or a point of general publication or a point of general publication or a point of general
• What's ever defined as a general publication is defined as a general publication is defined as a general
• per uh advertiser is the is the general per uh advertiser is the is the general per uh uh uh uh general
• a as a general advertisement of general a as a general advertisement of general a as a general circular

Keywords: 1136, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• And then, just generally, you receive...
• But on the Facilities Commission.
• The less expensive generic drug.
• And general revenue and general revenue dedicated.
• Do they get facilities funding now?

Committee: House Delivery of Government Efficiency

Keywords: 1184, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• This is the law being our child care facilities bill. Any questions on that?
• be securely stored, and only software or applications approved by the department will be used to generate
• Generally, we don't get to present bills that we can truly say are simple, that are one quick subject
• Was there any consideration given to our child care facilities, our licensed facilities?
• Or any playground or facility that decided they were going to take theirs down and update it, they would

Committee: House Children and Families

Keywords: 959, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• This is the law being our child care facilities bill. Any questions on that?
• be securely stored, and only software or applications approved by the department will be used to generate
• Generally, we don't get to present bills that we can truly say are simple, that are one quick subject
• Was there any consideration given to our child care facilities, our licensed facilities?
• Or any playground or facility that decided they were going to take theirs down and update it, they would

Committee: House Children and Families

Summary: The Committee on Children and Families met with a quorum and first took up several bills for executive action. House Bill 2418, the Loy Voka Assistance Bill, was amended with a technical substitute correcting a statutory section reference and then voted do pass by a 12-0 roll call. House Bill 1819, the child care facilities bill, received an amendment, was rolled into a substitute, and was also voted do pass unanimously. House Bill 3077, the Schmidt social media curriculum bill, was revised through a committee substitute that shifted oversight from DESE to local school boards, narrowed and clarified language, changed references from “curriculum” to “instructional material,” and lowered the grade level from 6 to 3; it then passed 13-0. The committee then heard House Bill 3451 from Representative Sites, which would require the Department of Social Services to audio- or video-record face-to-face child abuse or neglect assessment interviews, securely store the recordings, and retain them for at least five years. Supporters, including Representative Proudie, said the bill would reduce trauma to children, preserve evidence, and would not create major costs because recording equipment is already available; no one testified in opposition or for informational purposes. Finally, the committee heard House Bill 3534 and House Bill 2342, presented by Representatives Proudie and Jones, to require new or updated public playgrounds and playground surfaces built by the state or political subdivisions to meet accessibility standards. Testimony in favor came from children and parents describing barriers posed by wood chips, gravel, and inaccessible equipment, and emphasizing the importance of inclusive play and the availability of grant funding for surfacing improvements. Committee members generally supported the concept, asked about scope and retrofitting, and the sponsors clarified the bills apply prospectively to public projects; there was no opposition testimony.

Transcript Highlights:

• No, it's not a licensed facility, and it doesn't say that.
• These facilities are unregulated. They are passing themselves off as medical facilities.
• But in practice, these facilities do not provide medical attention.
• Facility. So, members, I urge you to vote no. Madam Speaker, I request a roll call.
• And that was a consensus that I think Minnesotans still generally support.

Transcript Highlights:

• CONTRIBUTIONS ARE FORMALLY ACKNOWLEDGED AND REMEMBERED BY THIS BODY AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.
• We must ensure that their stories are preserved for future generations.
• And much of that generation is gone, and it was an incredibly, I mean, all wars are challenging, but
• Calendar 4798, Senate Print 1982A, Senator Harckham, an act to amend the General Municipal Law.
• And some of the items that are covered in this budget include payroll costs, judiciary cost, General

Keywords: 993, senate, all

Summary: The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and discharged several identical Assembly/Senate bills from committee so they could be substituted on the calendar. The chamber then took up and previously adopted two commemorative resolutions: one designating April 2026 as Sikh Heritage Month and another honoring Korean War veterans. Senators from both parties spoke in support of the Sikh resolution, emphasizing the community’s contributions, service, and the need for recognition and inclusion; the resolution was opened for co-sponsorship and the Sikh guests in the gallery were recognized. The Korean War resolution drew remarks from members recalling family service and the sacrifices of veterans, with repeated calls to preserve their stories and honor their legacy. The Senate then moved through the calendar, passing a series of bills. Among them were measures related to charter bus safety and seat belt awareness, coverage for doula services under insurance, social services/EBT-related changes, education, navigation, highway, public service, and hospital-closure reporting. Several bills passed unanimously or with only one dissenting vote; the social services bill drew the most opposition, with Senator Murray objecting that New York should first address EBT chip technology and skimming before adding new vendor requirements. One bill on the calendar was laid aside for the day. The chamber also adopted a supplemental bill authorizing the South Country Central School District to finance certain deficits, described by Senator Murray as a necessary rescue to keep the district operating and pay staff. Senators discussed the state budget impasse during debate on an extender bill, with the sponsor explaining it was a “clean extender” to keep government running through May 4 and cover payroll, health, education, and other essential payments. Senator Helming raised concerns about the lack of rural health transformation funding and the consequences of the delayed budget for schools, local governments, and hospitals. The extender passed, and the Senate adjourned until Monday, May 4, 2026.

Transcript Highlights:

• annually review the federal designations, implement funding restrictions, and report back to the General
• At Drury, it is their general psychology. It's not general psychology everywhere.
• But if there is a general psych program at Drury that is not doing very well, and they have general psychology
• That building is scheduled to open in August on the first floor of that facility.
• The second floor of that facility is strictly for nursing.

Committee: House Higher Education and Workforce Development

Keywords: 959, house, all