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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Housing Finance and Policy Committee 2/24/26
Housing Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Here are a few different regions across our beautiful state.
- Here are a few different regions across our beautiful state.
- Here are a few different regions across our beautiful state.
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- Uh but centers or anything like that.
Committee:
House Housing Finance and Policy
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- This requires a deep knowledge of curriculum, child development, and school operations.
- with respect to the plentiful supply of administrators on the eastern side of our state, not every region
- some elements of public schooling that we have... ...in the eastern side of our state, not every region
- And as I've talked about this with our superintendents around the region, this is not a surprise for
- of the committee, my name is Grace Howitt and I serve as a policy analyst at Idaho Family Policy Center
Committee:
Senate Education
Summary:
The committee first approved minutes from March 9, 10, and 11, 2026. It then took up Senate Bill 1336, a proposal to codify civics and American founding content in Idaho social studies standards. Sponsor Senator Anthon said the bill was a work in progress and asked that it be sent to the 14th order for amendment, citing concerns about flexibility, local control, and implementation. Testimony from school groups was generally supportive of the goal but raised concerns about codifying standards in statute, the Western civilization requirement, staffing and scheduling impacts, and funding for curriculum changes. The committee voted to send SB 1336 to the 14th order.
Next, the committee heard Senate Bill 1412, a school hiring and reporting bill combining earlier proposals on educator misconduct disclosure, mandatory reporting, employer verification, Professional Standards Commission reporting, and whistleblower protections for private school employees. Senator Nichols said the bill was intended to create uniform statewide protections and transparency. Testimony strongly supported the bill from several educators and advocates who described failures to report abuse, retaliation against whistleblowers, and cases where alleged offenders remained employed. The committee voted to send SB 1412 to the Senate floor with a due pass recommendation.
The committee then considered House Bill 832, which would change career technical education hiring rules by replacing a fixed 6,000-hour industry experience requirement with standards set by the State Board of Career Technical Education. The bill was presented as a way to improve recruitment and retention of industry professionals, and it passed with a due pass recommendation. The committee also heard House Bill 711, creating alternative authorization pathways for school principals and superintendents through either a grow-your-own route or an executive leadership route. Supporters argued it would help districts, especially rural ones, recruit leaders and that it was optional; opponents said it lowered standards, did not solve retention problems, and could weaken preparation in school law, finance, and instructional leadership. Despite objections, the committee voted to send HB 711 to the floor with a due pass recommendation. Finally, the committee revisited House Bill 516, which would restrict classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity and had an amendment clarifying that incidental references in certain subjects would not be prohibited. Testimony was sharply divided, with supporters framing it as a parent-rights and transparency measure and opponents warning it would chill instruction and invite litigation; discussion focused on the meaning of “incidental reference” and the bill’s private right of action, but no final action was taken in the portion provided.
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Governmental Oversight and Accountability Feb 11th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- WE ARE ENCOURAGED TO DETERMINE WHICH PUBLICLY TRADED COMPANIES WHOSE SECURITIES WE OWN OPERATE WITHIN
- WHEN YOU'RE AT SCHOOL IN A CLASSROOM YOU'RE NOT OPERATING AS A PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL.
- WHEN WE ARE IN THESE JOBS WE OPERATING AS ADVOCATES FOR POLITICIANS.
- IN A GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE. THIS IS OUR FIRST MEETING OF THE YEAR.
- DOES ANY CENTER WISH TO BE REPORTED AS VOTING BILLS BEFORE THE COMMITTEE.
AR
Arkansas 2026 Regular Session
ALC-HOSPITAL, MEDICAID, & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES STUDY SUBCOMMITTEE Feb 19th, 2026
ALC-HOSPITAL, MEDICAID, & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES STUDY SUBCOMMITTEE
Transcript Highlights:
- We check data sources like Social Security to see if they've been determined disabled by Social Security
- We check data sources like Social Security to see if they've been determined disabled by Social Security
- We check data sources like Social Security to see if they've been determined disabled by Social Security
- We check data sources like Social Security to see if they've been determined disabled by Social Security
- To procure a customer service center that will involve an outbound verification center process so that
Summary:
The subcommittee first recognized the Arkansas Community Colleges Leadership Institute and received a brief DHS update on the Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver reimbursement process, including that the new cost-reporting period began in January and provider/contractor calls are underway. The main presentation then focused on SNAP and TANF, with DHS describing federal changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill that tighten SNAP work requirements for adults ages 18 to 64 without certain exemptions, remove some prior exemptions, and add new federal definitions for Native American populations. DHS also reviewed SNAP Employment and Training providers, their service areas, projected budgets, participant characteristics, and outcomes, noting that the program is currently voluntary but will shift toward mandatory participation for those subject to the new rules.
Members asked detailed questions about how mandatory participation will be implemented, how referrals will be made, what other training options exist, how verification of work, volunteering, disability, and exemptions will be handled, and whether DHS has enough funding and provider capacity. DHS said it will conduct verbal and written notices during eligibility interviews, make direct referrals to providers, use six-month recertifications and documentation from employers or volunteer organizations, and apply sanctions for noncompliance after determining whether a good cause exists. Members also requested additional data, including age breakdowns of at-risk SNAP recipients, provider-level outcomes and costs, and information on other training programs such as WIOA.
The committee then moved to Medicaid community engagement requirements for ARHOME, which DHS said are also required by the same federal law and must be implemented by January 1, 2027. DHS said it is preparing policy, system changes, communications, and a customer-service/outbound verification vendor, and plans a soft launch beginning in July to help clients understand what would be required if the rule were already in effect. Members raised concerns about timing, local versus central decision-making, and how clients in rural areas will be notified and assisted. The meeting concluded with broader discussion of the committee’s workforce-development goals, the recently released Alliance for Opportunity audit, and interest in continuing the contract with that group to help guide future reforms.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Appropriations and Budget Human Services Subcommittee REVISED: Correction- Rm 5S2 Jan 20th, 2026 at 08:30 am
A&B Human Services Subcommittee
Transcript Highlights:
- Colma Juvenile Center.
- So, since we've been able to meet, we've been able to implement a security response team.
- So, kind of twofold component to the security question.
- So we continue to adjust our services and operations since the pandemic.
- It is not maintenance; it is just operational functions of the schools.
Committee:
House A&B Human Services Subcommittee
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Feb 13th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- And they're actually paying the majority of the cost for the event because they've already hired security
- and they're actually paying the majority of the cost for the event because they've already hired security
- Our security is aware that we will have more people than normal in the building, and we're hoping that
- And then the promotions and operations, she's going to talk about those plans.
- funds and donated dollars shall be used for the continued support of the ambassador programs and regional
Summary:
The America 250 and Idaho Advisory Council approved the January 19 minutes and also approved reimbursement of up to $20,882 to the state superintendent for additional materials for Spirit of U.S. boxes for schools. The committee then reviewed a financial update and heard a detailed subcommittee report on plans for Idaho’s July 4, 2026 celebration at the Capitol, including a parade, park activities, bands, family stations, and open Capitol access. Members discussed cost-sharing with the We the People group, with the committee approving a proposed America 250 budget of $196,600 that includes the July 4 celebration and America 250 ambassador programs, authorizes private donations, and directs how remaining funds should be used for regional and county events later in the year.
Treasurer Julie Ellsworth reported on the ambassador program, including staffing needs, the growing number of Spuds appearances statewide, and plans for six “go bags” so materials can travel to communities even when the mascots are unavailable. She also described the proposed Liberty Bell carriage, which would debut on July 4 and then travel to every county, along with related efforts such as the Veterans Mustang Ride, challenge coins, a heritage fountain, flags across Idaho, Liberty quilts, and the “Bring Idaho’s Liberty Bell Home” fundraising effort. Committee members praised the work and noted strong public engagement and social media response.
The Governor’s Task Force report highlighted the America 250 website, voice-recording project, Idaho Lottery scratch ticket partnership, downloadable “Moments That Made Us” exhibit, and the upcoming “Four Score” and “United We Celebrate” exhibits. Director Gallimore also noted coordination with the BLM and Transportation Department for events at Signature Point and the Old Pen. Hannah Laurie Hine provided a national update on White House and congressional commission initiatives, including mobile museums, the Great American State Fair, a prayer-focused event on the National Mall, the Presidential 1776 Award civics contest, and other reflection and volunteer projects. The committee agreed to meet again on March 9 and then adjourned.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Agriculture Committee Meeting - 2025-04-07
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
Transcript Highlights:
- It contains an operating adjustment, which is identical to the Governor's ask.
- You'll see on line 261 an operating adjustment of $714,000 for the Board of Animal Health in both FY
- Then, Paragraph L is an operating increase. Subdivision 3 appropriates money to M.D.A.'
- Paragraph E is for a grant to Region 5. Paragraph F is for the Emerging Farmer's Office.
- Paragraph G is the operating increase. Paragraph H is for farm advocate services.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Appropriations and Finance Jan 28th, 2025
House Appropriations & Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- And so that would be in alignment with the role that the African American Performing Arts Center plays
- While the state fair would maintain a general fund of 100,000 in their operating budget to do the...
- It's a privately-operated event. Madam Chair, Representative, yes.
- of gaming operations within the state.
- These systems are not only critical for our daily operations; their continued use poses security and
Committee:
House House Appropriations & Finance
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Advisory Committee on Capitol Area Security 11/21/25
Transcript Highlights:
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- ,</c><00:50:53.839><c> and</c> accessibility, security, and accessibility, security, and transparency
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Ways and Means (01/22/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
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- And when it comes to the approach to operating the rest of the operating budget, I think we're going
- And when it comes to the approach to operating the rest of the operating budget, I think we're going
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- </c><04:10:17.040><c> operating</c><04:10:17.520><c> budget</c> that local operations operating budget
Summary:
The public hearing focused on HB 290, which would raise cigarette and e-cigarette/vaping taxes and create a committee to study tobacco and nicotine tax policy. Representative Jerry Stringham introduced the bill as both a public health and revenue measure, arguing that nicotine use causes health harms and public costs, and that New Hampshire’s cigarette tax has been unchanged at $1.78 per pack since 2013. He said the bill would raise the cigarette tax by $1 per pack to $2.78, still below most New England states, and would also adjust vaping taxes, which he described as having been set as placeholder rates in 2019. He said the bill would also establish a study committee to review broader tobacco and nicotine taxation, including products such as premium cigars.
In response to questions, Stringham said the proposed cigarette tax would be roughly equal in real dollars to the 2008 rate after inflation, and he suggested that a smaller annual increase could be considered, though he believed a larger increase would have a stronger public health effect. He explained that the vaping tax structure differs between closed and open systems because one taxes a fixed hardware product while the other taxes reusable liquid, and he said the proposal would move the rates toward a more uniform approach. He also said New Hampshire would remain below neighboring states even after the increase, though members raised concerns about cross-border shopping, business impacts, and preserving the state’s competitive advantage.
Several members questioned whether the bill’s main purpose was revenue or reducing smoking and vaping. Stringham said he viewed it primarily as a public health bill, but also as a revenue measure, and said he would consider it successful even if consumption fell enough to reduce revenue. Other members emphasized personal freedom and argued the committee should focus on taxation rather than cessation, while some supported the bill as a way to capture revenue from out-of-state buyers and keep New Hampshire’s rates below surrounding states. The hearing consisted of testimony and questions only; no vote or final action was taken in the excerpt provided.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
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- </c> and a class B felony if such operation and a class B felony if such operation results<00:18:09.240
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- </c><00:18:27.720><c> a</c> misdemeanor if the person operates a misdemeanor if the person operates a
Committee:
Senate Judiciary
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Ethics and Elections Feb 4th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Jester Center is fresh. Un would be why is the name important?
- Senator Grall Mister Chairman, could I add one more thing for center?
- I don't know center? We noted on one of the slides. Apologize.
- But he was out of security concerns as I watched him do this.
- Center has may want to make sure that we're yes. Yes, ma'am. I'm sorry.
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- Fund and appropriated $50 million for use during fiscal year 2027 for the items identified within regional
- Chair, Senator Padilla, within Senate Bill 3, the intent is for the regional plans to get created, and
- Chairman, you've got a couple of other appropriations that would support space and operational needs
- I just found an article in the Santa Fe New Mexican earlier today that the regional farm to food bank
- Close monitoring of agencies' operating budgets and how those are being deployed will be necessary this
Committee:
Senate Senate Finance
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 03/04/26
Judiciary and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
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- . security. security.
- Security and she was actually hired mostly to do policy work and evacuation plans and continuity of operation
- </c> and trying to deal with security issues. and trying to deal with security issues.
- Operation of the no-fault system.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary and Public Safety
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Human Services Feb 2nd, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- At its core, this bill is about being thoughtful, evidence-driven, and centered on kids.
- So while WSIPP is an excellent research center, we would be interested in learning a little bit more
- Chapin Hall is an independent, nonpartisan policy research center with decades of experience in child
- So while WSIPP is an excellent research center, we would be interested in learning a little bit more
- As the Human Services Committee, I ask you to center the humans who are served by SNAP.
Summary:
The Senate Human Services Committee heard testimony on three bills. SB 6212, sponsored by Sen. Nobles, would create a Department of Commerce pilot program providing monthly cash benefits to families with children who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, with a control group and a final report to the Legislature on whether to expand the program statewide. Supporters said the pilot could reduce child poverty, improve family stability, and provide evidence on the effects of direct cash assistance; the sponsor acknowledged the bill would be expensive and said funding would need to be worked out. No vote was taken.
SB 6186, sponsored by Sen. Warnick, would direct DSHS to seek a federal waiver to prohibit SNAP benefits from being used to buy candy and sweetened beverages, with annual reapplication if needed. The bill’s preliminary fiscal note was described as significant, and the sponsor said she was open to amendments, including possibly limiting the proposal to Sun Bucks. Testimony was overwhelmingly opposed from anti-hunger advocates, public health experts, economists, SNAP educators, and individuals with lived experience, who argued the restrictions would be costly, hard to administer, stigmatizing, and unlikely to improve nutrition; one supporter said the measure would promote healthier choices and reduce long-term health costs. No action was taken.
SB 6707, also by Sen. Warnick, would have WSIPP study DCYF’s screening tools and risk assessment processes for child welfare referrals and their effects on outcomes such as services, removals, re-referrals, and fatalities. DCYF said it supports evaluating its risk assessment tool but is already working with Chapin Hall on a similar redesign and pilot of the North Carolina Family Assessment Scale, and asked how the bill would avoid duplicating that work. Sen. Warnick said the bill was intended to examine child welfare outcomes more broadly. The committee heard testimony but took no vote, and the chair announced amendments for Wednesday’s executive session are due by noon the next day before adjourning.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Session (Full Formal with Calendar) Jun 11th, 2026
Massachusetts Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Our region takes solace in Edwards' legacy and commits to honor him through our own work.
- That said, I filed Amendment 35 to ensure we remember that child and family welfare centers poverty and
- That said, I filed the amendment number 35 to ensure we remember that child and family welfare centers
- the goals of the bill to ensure that all of our kids and families in need have access to resource centers
- of the Office of the Child Advocate, and most importantly, our child... ...operations of the Office
Summary:
The Senate began with several adjournment motions in memory of John Edwards and Hadley Boucher, each adopted by voice vote, followed later by a unanimous adjournment motion in memory of Barney Frank. The chamber also observed moments of silence for the deceased. In between, the Senate considered a child welfare bill, House No. 4646, with multiple amendments offered on issues including a Massachusetts Children’s Cabinet, student transfers, reasonableness in statutory language, electronic backpack records transfer, Office of the Child Advocate information integrity, timeout and isolation standards, best-interest-of-the-child standards, CRA filing prerequisites, probation petition standards, truancy and engagement standards, and mandated reporter definitions. Several amendments were withdrawn; others were adopted or rejected. Notably, amendments on student transfers, reasonableness, electronic backpacks, information management integrity, and the Senate Ways and Means draft were adopted, while several Tarr amendments were not adopted.
After amendment consideration, the Senate ordered the bill to a third reading and then passed it to be engrossed by a roll call vote of 39 in favor and none opposed. The transcript indicates the bill was then sent forward after engrossment. Separately, the Senate took up the House’s amendment to the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, voted not to concur, and requested a committee of conference, appointing Senators Creem, Finegold, and O’Connor. The Senate also adopted an order to reconvene the following Monday at 11 a.m. and to dispense with printing a calendar before adjourning.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Fraud Committee Meeting - 2025-10-14
Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- It doesn't match with the social security number, so they're flagged.
- independent reviews of its data security practices.
- . it comes to election security.
- And I think everyone in this room wants security.
- It does come down to that balance—it's access and security.
MA
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Committee on the Judiciary Jun 21st, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Transcript Highlights:
- Quite simply, our current retribution-centered approach to this population is not working.
- It's a family-owned and operated retail business based out of Massachusetts.
- center.
- security fixtures.
- I am in my third term as a member of the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Committee:
Joint Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Summary:
The hearing opened with procedural remarks and acknowledgments of Rosh Hashanah, followed by testimony on several criminal justice bills before the Joint Committee on the Judiciary. A major focus was S. 1061, the “Raise the Age” bill, which would gradually move 18- to 20-year-olds into the juvenile justice system. Supporters included youth and young adult advocates, former juvenile court Judge Jay Blitzman, ACLU and CPCS representatives, Roca, United Way, Citizens for Juvenile Justice, and Senator Brendan Crichton. They argued that young adults are still developmentally immature, that juvenile court services improve education and rehabilitation, and that adult-system involvement leads to higher recidivism and racial disparities. Committee members asked practical questions about how the bill would work, and witnesses explained that it would expand access to juvenile court diversion, probation, and DYS services for the covered age group. The chairs also noted a notice issue, clarifying that the hearing had been posted seven days in advance rather than the usual ten.
The committee also heard testimony on a bill to revise accomplice and joint venture murder liability and sentencing. Representative Sam Montaño and Senator Liz Miranda supported the reform, arguing that current law can impose life sentences on people with limited or no knowledge of a killing and that the doctrine contributes to racial bias and disproportionate punishment. A law professor, a former defendant, and advocates from the National Council for Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls described cases where people were punished far beyond their actual role and said the bill would better align charges and sentences with individual culpability. Related testimony also supported a proportionality-focused reform to reduce the harshness of joint venture sentencing.
Several other public safety and criminal justice bills drew testimony. Senator Robin Kennedy supported a bill redefining strangulation in domestic violence law, saying the current “substantial pressure” standard is too vague and that strangulation is often lethal without visible injury. District Attorney Ryan and a retail business executive backed a bill on organized retail theft, saying it would give prosecutors more flexible charging options and better address coordinated theft rings. Representative Vieira and the family of Kiana Barros urged action on Kiana’s Law, which would improve restraining-order notification and enforcement after Barros’s daughter was killed after an order was not served. The hearing also included support for the HALO Act, which would create a 25-foot safety zone around first responders and penalize harassment or obstruction, and for a bill to enhance courthouse security by creating specific protections for judges and their families. No votes were taken during the hearing."} 0}]}
NH
Transcript Highlights:
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- I am Senator Tim Lang from District 2, the Lakes Region.
- Um you have before you uh while Region.
- Could a notary um do secure their fee.
- They will make elections more secure.
Committee:
House Election Law
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House State Government Finance and Policy Committee 3/13/25
State Government Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- Paul at the History Center, but 400 full-time equivalents. Mr.
- To work on these projects, we secure specific insurance and bonds.
- To work on these projects, we secure specific insurance and bonds.
- To work on these projects, we secure specific insurance and bonds.
- MAC owns and operates the Minneapolis-St.
Committee:
House State Government Finance and Policy
Keywords:
payment transparency, public contracts, contractor rights, government accountability, construction payments, municipal finance, liquor store, audit requirements, state auditor, local government, historic flag, state flag, display standards, ceremonial, Minnesota Statutes, Ursa Minor, state symbol, Minnesota state laws, constellation, official state designation