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• The governor has a commission on disabilities, doesn't she?
• Is that not something that should be done by the commission?
• Did you not have a conversation with the commission?
• You would have to ask the Commission.
• I think that I now understand the commission part of it, though. It's a small commission.

Committee: House House Health & Human Services

Keywords: 996, all

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• </c> not done the the commit the commission not done the the commit the commission found<00:15:40.600
• Was that the commission I was on?
• was to reestablish the the commission was to reestablish the commission<01:37:30.119><c> okay</c><01
• <01:37:39.920><c> I</c><01:37:40.040><c> was</c> commission I was commission I was on<01:37:42.360><c
• </c> chairman uh I support this commission chairman uh I support this commission but<01:38:01.520><c>

Committee: House Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs

Keywords: 1189, house, all

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• 2025, of the following members on the part of the House to the United States Semiquincentennial Commission
• Following members on the part of the House to the United States Semiquincentennial Commission: The Clerk
• order of the House of January 3, 2025, of the following member on the part of the House to the Commission
• order of the House of January 3, 2025, of the following member on the part of the House to the Commission
• RIGHTS COMMISSION. THE CLERK: MR. SMITH OF NEW JERSEY.

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, January 24, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• So just so you all know, while there are a handful of us who sit on the commission, there are so many
• On the commission.
• So just so you all know, while there are a handful of us who sit on the commission, there are so many
• legislators across the commonwealth who care deeply about this issue. on the commission.
• So those are the seats that we have to fill on the commission.

Summary: The commission reviewed the House and Senate budget outcomes for maternal and perinatal health-related amendments as the budget moved into conference committee. On the House side, amendments for community-based perinatal mental health grants, implementation of maternal health law, the Tuff Center for Maternal Health Advancement, private insurance coverage for midwifery care, a midwifery workforce development fund, and birthing center grants were not adopted. On the Senate side, several items were adopted, including funding for the Mass Now menstrual equity program, a $1 million earmark for the Neighborhood Birth Center, and Senator Rausch’s out-of-state resident reproductive health training pilot, while other proposals such as the midwifery workforce fund, a health education trust fund, and the Tuff Center request were not accepted. Members discussed whether the commission should send a letter to the conference committee. Several speakers supported doing so, but emphasized that the commission’s core mission is perinatal and postpartum mental health and that the budget wins, while important, did not explicitly fund PMAD or perinatal mental health priorities. The commission voted unanimously to send a letter highlighting the broader maternal health wins while also urging continued investment in perinatal and postpartum supports. The meeting also covered commission vacancies, including a vacant House minority seat, several governor-appointed seats, an open Senate co-chair appointment, and other commissioner slots. Members suggested possible future appointees or organizational representatives, including people connected to the Children’s Trust, addiction-affected families, and midwifery. The meeting ended with brief updates on upcoming minutes, future presenters, and the end of the legislative session, followed by adjournment.

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• Um, I'm going to call the Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission meeting into order on Tuesday, October
• Uh, we're going to we have an appeal that we need to consider as a full commission.
• </c><00:02:17.440><c> And</c><00:02:17.680><c> so,</c> consider as a full commission.
• And so, consider as a full commission.
• </c><00:09:16.720><c> The</c> ruled on by the commission. The ruled on by the commission.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission met on October 14, 2025, with a quorum present and approved the minutes from the September 9 meeting. The commission then turned to an appeal in consolidated matters 2024 LEC 3 and 2024 LEC 6, with the chair clarifying that the appeal would be heard in open session before any closed deliberations. The hearing officer outlined that the respondent had filed a renewed motion to dismiss on different grounds than a prior motion denied at the last meeting. Enforcement counsel noted that a response had been filed and said additional discovery issues remained, including records and possible witnesses identified in responses. The chair and counsel also identified two procedural motions pending from enforcement: a motion to compel production and a motion to continue or postpone the hearing date. The commission discussed the procedural posture and whether the parties needed to make further argument, with the chair indicating the substantive motion to dismiss would be decided by the commission and the procedural motions could be ruled on by the chair. Before moving into executive session, the commission took a motion and second to enter closed session to discuss the pending motions and related discovery matters. The transcript cuts off during the vote on that motion, so no final ruling on the dismissal, discovery, continuance, or executive-session deliberations is shown in the provided excerpt.

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• Before December 31st, then the Tax Commission said they weren't eligible.
• The Tax Commission said, nope, they're not eligible.
• The Tax Commission said, nope, they're not eligible.
• of that existing refund account that exists within the Tax Commission.
• that exists within the Tax Commission.

Committee: Senate Local Government and Taxation

Keywords: 989, all

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• And so we're going to go through the criteria that we've set up as a commission.
• I shared what the commission is supposed to do.
• This commission soon will be promoted on social media.
• And so to have those entities a part of our commission so that it could be seamless.
• Based on what they can bring to the commission.

Summary: The meeting focused on the Cape Verdean Cultural Center Commission’s work to build a feasibility study and expand its membership. Members reviewed and approved the prior meeting minutes, then discussed draft nomination criteria meant to ensure geographic, generational, gender, and sector diversity, along with needed expertise such as arts and cultural programming, history, museum work, architecture, fundraising, nonprofit governance, language preservation, community organizing, economic development, government/policy, legal expertise, and communications. The commission also discussed designating seats for organizations such as the Pedro Pires Institute for Cape Verdean Culture at Bridgewater State, Mili Mila, the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Advisory Board, and the New Bedford Whaling Museum. A long list of potential nominees was reviewed, including people with backgrounds in education, community advocacy, museums, maritime history, arts, law, and economic development. Commissioners raised concerns about gaps, especially legal expertise and representation from Taunton and Cape Cod, and noted that some nominees might need to serve as organizational designees rather than individual members. Several commissioners supported the overall slate but asked for more time to vet the candidates against the criteria. The commission then voted to create a three-member nominating committee consisting of the chair, Senator Miranda, Commissioner Monica Vega, and Commissioner Manny Lopes, with Vega and Lopes accepting the assignment. The committee was tasked with narrowing the 16 additional nominees down to 12 open seats and reporting back at a special meeting later in the month, with the goal of finalizing appointments before the February meeting. The meeting adjourned after the motion passed.

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• ><c> sets</c><00:14:27.680><c> the</c> The public service commission sets the The public service commission
• 00:24:58.080><c> does</c> Public Service Commission already does Public Service Commission already does
• The Public Service Commission... The Public Service Commission, energy is hard. It's complicated.
• </c> before the public service commission before the public service commission said<00:47:31.359><c>
• ><c> appointed</c> The public service commission appointed The public service commission appointed by

Keywords: House streaming session for Friday, February 6, 2026, 957, house, all

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• This is a denied and dismissed claim from the Claims Commission that was appealed by the claimants.
• Irby is here from the Claims Commission, and I'll recognize her to introduce herself and then she can
• Catherine Irby, I'm the Director of the Claims Commission.
• motion, finding that the Claims Commission... ...and moved to dismiss the claim, and the Claims Commission
• Okay, we have a motion and a second to affirm the ruling of the Claims Commission.

Committee: All JBC-CLAIMS

Summary: The Joint Budget Committee’s Claims Review and Litigation Oversight Subcommittee met to consider two proposed litigation settlements from the Department of Corrections and one appealed claim from the Claims Commission. In the first settlement, Caroline Arnett v. Larry Norris, et al., members asked about the underlying sexual assault allegations, whether policies had changed, and whether PREA audits and other safeguards were in place. The department said audits were underway and that steps had been taken to prevent similar conduct. The committee approved the settlement by voice vote. In the second settlement, Latasha Ridgel v. Arkansas Department of Corrections, members raised concerns about the length of the case and the fact that it involved similar allegations. The department cited attorney turnover, COVID-related delays, and scheduling difficulties; the settlement was approved by voice vote. The committee then reviewed Sharon Greer and Deanna Hayes v. Commissioner of State Lands, an appeal of a Claims Commission dismissal involving a 2009 tax sale of family property in Crittenden County. The claimants said they did not learn of the sale or the $4,200 in excess proceeds until 2025, and argued that notice was inadequate and that the overage should not have gone to the county. The Commissioner of State Lands’ office responded that notice was sent to addresses on file, certified mail receipts were returned, and a post-sale notice explained the process for contesting the sale and claiming excess proceeds. The office also argued the claim was untimely, that the commission lacked jurisdiction, and that state law bars monetary damages against the commissioner for actions related to tax-delinquent land sales. Members discussed broader concerns about the tax-sale and excess-proceeds process, including whether excess proceeds should be held longer or routed differently, but noted those issues would require legislative changes rather than action in this case. The committee then voted to affirm the Claims Commission’s dismissal of the claim. The meeting adjourned after the motion passed.

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• And you can certainly see it in the summary as well, what the various boards and commissions that are
• And you can certainly see it in the summary as well, what the various boards of commissions that are
• The Minority Environmental Literacy Advisory Commission has not had any appointments since 2003.
• The Advisory Commission has not had any appointments since 2003.
• The Commission for Special Health, Psychological, and Special Needs of Minority Older Adults has had

Committee: House Corrections and Public Institutions

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• Code stipulates the department be under the management and control of the commission.
• If the director no longer answers to the commission for their employment, the commission loses its only
• We believe in the authority of the commission. We have seen the commission work well.
• First off, the Fish and Game—well, it wasn't the Fish and Game Commission back in the...
• The Fish and Game, well, it wasn't the Fish and Game Commission back in the day.

Committee: Senate State Affairs

Keywords: 989, all

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• </c> &gt;&gt; Public service commission 807 K5015. &gt;&gt; Public service commission 807 K5015.
• It also directed the commission to open up a docket, which luckily the commission already had open to
• It also directed the commission to open up a docket, which luckily the commission already had open to
• </c> convince the public service commission convince the public service commission that<00:31:02.960>
• But also Kentucky Resources Commission.

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Administrative Regulation Review Subcommittee met in August with a quorum present and approved the prior meeting minutes without objection. The committee then reviewed several regulations, generally adopting staff-suggested amendments without objection, and heard brief explanations from agency representatives on each item. The Board of Pharmacy regulations would clarify what registered and certified pharmacy technicians may do under supervision and what certified technicians may not do, while updating registration applications. The Board of Cosmetology package included changes to executive director authority, licensure and reciprocity rules, school requirements, training hours, instructor ratios, sanitation and disease-related rules, complaint procedures, and permit terms; members asked about straight razor language and the increase in student-to-instructor ratios, and the board explained that cosmetologists are not permitted to use straight razors and that the higher ratio was intended to give schools flexibility, especially for part-time students and schools with wait lists. The Occupational Therapy emergency compact regulation added four compact rules adopted in April 2025, and Senator West raised a technical question about certification requirements under House Bill 6; the agency said it had been instructed to file the regulation as submitted. The Department for Fish and Wildlife Resources presented a package covering wildlife management area rules, a northern pintail bag limit increase, reportable disease reporting, and a repeal tied to boat registration fees. After a brief explanation of the new wildlife disease reporting rule, the agency requested and received a deferral of 301 KAR 2:031 to avoid a gap while replacement language is finalized. The Economic Development Finance Authority explained an emergency regulation for the Kentucky Entertainment Incentive Program, saying it was needed because the program had become oversubscribed and because administration was shifting to a new film office and council; members also asked about certification issues under House Bill 6, and the agency said it had filed the regulation as directed. The Department of Workplace Standards emergency PPE regulation was also discussed, with members asking about HB 6 certification language, and the agency gave the same response. The Department of Insurance regulation would create a $10,000 registration fee and a $1,000 annual licensing fee for pharmacy benefit manager licenses, with an agency amendment exempting PBMs that solely serve workers’ compensation plans. Members asked how many PBMs would be affected and why workers’ compensation PBMs were carved out; the agency said there were 70 registered PBMs total, four solely workers’ comp, and that workers’ comp rates are set by statute and could not absorb the fee. Finally, the Public Service Commission’s pole attachment regulation was summarized as a broadband-expansion measure that speeds application review, increases the number of poles allowed in a single application, and shortens dispute timelines; the commission explained it grew out of earlier legislative direction and subsequent emergency amendments, and the committee adopted the staff amendment.

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• And you could not have a commission meeting in it.
• </c> &gt;&gt; And you could not have a commission &gt;&gt; And you could not have a commission meeting
• The commission gives recommended changes to the LRC commission. definitely aware of like definitely aware
• </c><00:17:37.800><c> uh</c> as by statute, the commission uh as by statute, the commission uh gives<
• </c><00:20:50.920><c> of</c> staff but it's really the commission of staff but it's really the commission

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission met on June 9, 2026, with a quorum present and first elected David Nicholas as chair and Mike Soles as vice chair by acclamation. The commission then approved the prior meeting minutes and received staff reports, including March and April financial reports showing the office remained within budget. Staff also reported that the April filing cycle for employers and lobbyists had been completed and that the next reporting period would open September 1 and be due September 15. The commission approved a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for staff for fiscal years 2026-2027 and 2027-2028, consistent with the state budget. Staff also updated members on office space: the current lease, in place since 1995, is being extended for six months at the current rate while the office evaluates whether to renew or move to a larger space. Members discussed the need for a better work environment and a small conference room, and staff said they would keep the commission updated as the process develops. The commission then considered its annual recommended legislative changes to the LRC. Staff explained that the first three items were the same as last year’s recommendations and the fourth corrected a drafting issue where a confirming amendment had been missed. Members discussed the timing and usefulness of the recommendations, including a brief joke about hiring lobbyists, and then approved all four items for recommendation. Finally, the commission voted to enter executive session to discuss confidential complaints and, if necessary, informal opinions.

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• The Commission will allocate up to $100 million per year for three years.
• The Commission will allocate up to $100 million dollars per year for three years.
• We at the Commission staff just held a very...
• , while the Student Teacher Stipend is the Commission on Teacher Credentialing's purview.
• Hi, Erin Scoobill, Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• So the standard for, for example, these acquisitions that are before the Commission is the Commission
• The way the Commission works is they have the Commission, which adjudicates these cases.
• In this memorial, the involvement of the Commission would be through the Commission staff and would not
• bind the Commission.
• Would be through the Commission staff, would not bind the Commission at all in any of the proceedings

Summary: The committee first took up SB 96, which would reduce local zoning, fee, parking, HOA, and sprinkler-related barriers for child care operators and home-based child care facilities. The sponsor and the Early Childhood Education and Care Department said the bill is intended to expand child care access, especially in rural areas and child care deserts, while maintaining safety standards. Firefighters, child care advocates, and other supporters testified in favor, while one member objected to the bill’s limits on local control. The committee asked about “stacking spaces” and parking rules, then approved SB 96 on a 7-4 vote. The committee then considered House Bill 303, as amended, dealing with utility construction and certificate of convenience and necessity timing. Utility representatives from El Paso Electric, Xcel Energy, and PNM, along with consumer and energy groups, supported the bill, saying it would let utilities begin construction before the CCN process is complete, with the utility bearing the risk and no cost recovery if approval is later denied. Members questioned impacts on ratepayers, PRC oversight, co-ops, and the bill’s policy rationale. The committee adopted the amendment and then passed HB 303 as amended unanimously, 11-0. Finally, the committee heard House Memorial 6, as substituted, which asked for a study of private equity involvement in critical utilities and whether the state should consider a direct equity stake in utilities. Supporters argued the memorial would provide independent data before major ownership decisions, citing concerns about private equity acquisitions and the need to protect ratepayers and public interests. Opponents, including utility and business representatives, argued the PRC already has authority and expertise, warned about due process and conflict-of-interest concerns, and said the memorial could create uncertainty for investment. After extensive debate, the committee first tabled the committee substitute and then tabled HM 6 itself on an 8-3 vote, ending consideration of the memorial.

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• Ruas to the Game Management Advisory Commission for a term to expire June 30, 2028.
• ><c> for</c><00:02:29.680><c> a</c> Management Advisory Commission for a Management Advisory Commission
• She'll be a phenomenal asset to the commission. Thank you. Thank you so much.
• </c> land conservation uh commission as well. land conservation uh commission as well.
• This is submitting the confirmation to the Game Management Advisory Commission.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Committee on Water and Land heard two gubernatorial nominations and one resolution. Governor’s Message 585 nominated Stanley Ruidas to the Game Management Advisory Commission for a term ending June 30, 2028. DLNR supported the nomination, citing his prior service as GMAC chair from 2020 to 2022 and his work on hunting and wildlife management issues. Ruidas said he hoped to continue as chair and focus on bringing meetings to hunters across the islands and advancing island-specific wildlife management plans. The committee later recommended advice and consent on GM585, and the motion passed unanimously. Governor’s Message 550 nominated Alexandra Kelly Polo to the Legacy Land Conservation Commission for a term ending June 30, 2028. DLNR and several supporters, including the County of Hawaii and community advocates, praised her experience with land acquisition, conservation easements, and county open-space efforts. Kelly Polo said her work has helped protect thousands of acres on Hawaii Island and emphasized the importance of preserving natural resources and working with community groups. The committee recommended advice and consent on GM550, and the motion passed unanimously. The committee also considered SCR 19/SR 100, which requested DLNR to convene a Kīua Bay advisory working group. DLNR and the Hawaii Tourism Authority offered written support, and members said the working group could help address long-standing issues in the area. The committee recommended passage with technical and nonsubstantive amendments, and the motion was adopted unanimously. In a separate joint portion of the meeting, the committees also advanced SCR 75/SR 58, supporting historic preservation staffing for Lahaina rebuild efforts, with both technical and substantive amendments, and later advanced STR 24 with an amendment to include the 100th Infantry Battalion alongside the 442nd Regimental Combat Team.

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• </c> commissions would be public filers. commissions would be public filers. using<01:06:47.119><c> essentially
• <c> it's</c><01:07:49.200><c> been</c> boards, commissions where it's been boards, commissions where
• </c> commission stands differently. commission stands differently.
• All these boards and commissions under your jurisdiction?
• All these boards and commissions under your jurisdiction?

Bills: SB2543 , SB2014 , SB2115 , SB3095 , SB3264 , SB2114 , SB2117 , SB2246 , SB2519 , SB3055 , SB3131 , SB3144

Committee: House Labor

Keywords: state construction, construction manager, design review, public works, capital improvement, DAGS, Department of Accounting and General Services, DOE, Department of Education, comptroller, pilot program, design review special fund, county permit review, accessibility compliance, Disability and Communication Access Board, state infrastructure, government construction, project oversight, civil service exemption, county agencies

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• The question was who sets them, and it isn't the commission, obviously, such time as the commission approves
• </c> them and it isn't the commission them and it isn't the commission obviously<00:16:36.519><c> such
• </c> obviously such time as the commission obviously such time as the commission approved<00:16:38.759
• </c> energy I would read it as the commission energy I would read it as the commission but<00:17:41.679
• Commissions and things we have, if it’s so important for this body to ask for a commission, then this

Committee: Senate Energy and Natural Resources

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• </c><00:38:33.119><c> on</c> Department of Aging and Commission on Department of Aging and Commission
• . commission. commission.
• </c> commission of that size. commission of that size.
• </c> when we're creating uh, a commission when we're creating uh, a commission designed<00:43:06.240>
• </c> stakeholders for the commission? stakeholders for the commission?

Keywords: House streaming session for Thursday, February 19, 2026, 957, house, all

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• We were on the commission at the time.
• I would like to remind you that you've got the commission, which Mr.
• I jokingly testified before the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission.
• The commission serves one six-year term. Why is that?
• Everybody here has the right to go to any commission meeting.

Summary: The committee and invited witnesses discussed chronic wasting disease surveillance and response in Louisiana, focusing on both wild deer and captive deer facilities. LDWF staff said surveillance goals are being met in about 32 of 64 parishes, but there are gaps in low-sample areas, and they described current efforts using voluntary hunter-harvested deer sampling, targeted sampling in higher-risk animals, and coordination with D-MAP properties. Witnesses and members raised possible ways to improve detection, including incentives for testing, use of taxidermists and processors to collect samples from older bucks, possible mandatory testing tied to special doe days or special seasons, and better use of D-MAP or mobile sampling units. Several members also suggested environmental testing, better deer-density data, and clearer mapping of hotspots and source areas. A major portion of the discussion centered on how to respond when a positive CWD case is found. Members debated whether Louisiana should follow an Arkansas-style approach, including allowing baiting during hunting season while using other tools to manage disease, versus stricter no-bait or no-feeding rules. Some members argued that immediate restrictions after a positive discourage hunters from submitting samples and hurt landowners and feed businesses, and suggested delaying new restrictions until the end of the season while intensifying sampling. Others emphasized that any response should be science-based and should preserve hunter participation. There was also discussion of whether control areas should be parish-based or based on geographic distance, and whether the state should establish thresholds that would allow a control zone to be reduced or removed if enough negative samples are collected. For captive deer facilities, LDWF and LDAF staff reviewed the USDA herd certification program and current surveillance practices. They said Louisiana has about 350 licensed deer facilities, including breeder and hunting facilities, and that a 2024 positive in Jeff Davis Parish led to depopulation and 12 quarantine farms; follow-up testing in 2025 found no new positives in the traced facilities. Staff said the state has relied on USDA competitive grants for diagnostic testing in the last two years, covering roughly $100,000 to $150,000 annually, while department self-generated funds covered more than $800,000 over the last three years. Members and witnesses recommended mandatory enrollment in the USDA herd certification program, mandatory 24-hour reporting of positives to LDWF and USDA APHIS, and clearer, reciprocal communication between LDWF and LDAF when positives are found. No votes were taken; the chair said staff would compile the discussion and written recommendations for consideration at the April 9 commission meeting, with the understanding that the committee will later make formal recommendations to the Legislature.