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• It's a new category of people required to have a DHS background search.
• And then you can deal with any new language in DHS.
• And then you can deal with any new language in DHS.
• And then you can deal with any new language in DHS.
• Um, I think it would make DHS issue.

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• The six-year plan, we anticipate, we've talked with DHS, our human services secretary, they feel very
• DHS, correctional facilities, you'll see improvements for those.

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• Wembley, I understand there have been federal staffing changes at DHS.
• Wembley, I understand there have been federal staffing changes at DHS.

Summary: The Senate and Assembly Human Services Committees held a special oversight hearing on California’s 2026-27 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) state plan, a federal anti-poverty funding stream. Committee members opened by citing statewide poverty and homelessness data and said the hearing was meant to review how CSBG dollars are used, how local agencies respond to community needs, and how the state is preparing for possible federal funding cuts. Jason Wimbley of the Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) explained that California’s CSBG network works through 60 organizations in 58 counties, serving about 1.5 million low-income Californians in 2023, and that the state received $68.4 million in federal CSBG funds in fiscal year 2025. He described the program as flexible funding used for housing, employment, education, food, health, transportation, and emergency response, and noted that the federal administration had proposed eliminating CSBG, though the Senate Appropriations Committee had voted to fully fund it for the coming year. Representatives from the California Community Action Partnership Association and several CSBG-funded agencies described how the program supports local anti-poverty work and leverages other funding. CalCAPA emphasized local flexibility, workforce development, partnerships, and data systems such as ROMA, while also warning that agencies are preparing for possible reductions by tightening budgets, planning staffing contingencies, and seeking private foundation support. Agency witnesses from Contra Costa County, Northern California Indian Development Council, Proteus, and Sacred Heart Community Service described services including housing assistance, food distribution, utility help, employment training, youth programs, and culturally specific services for Native communities and migrant farmworkers. They repeatedly said CSBG is essential because it funds staffing and infrastructure that allow them to braid other grants and serve people who do not qualify for standard safety-net programs. Members also asked about the impact of federal staffing changes and the Los Angeles fires. Wimbley said federal layoffs had affected some CSD programs but not CSBG administration, and that the department coordinated disaster response with state agencies and used CSBG-funded supply distribution, food, water, clothing, and documentation support during the fires. Witnesses said they were preparing for possible future cuts by diversifying funding, reducing expenses, and considering service changes, while county officials warned that state and federal reductions could not be backfilled locally. During public comment, one speaker urged stronger oversight of community action agencies and raised concerns about transparency and compliance with state law. The chair then thanked the witnesses, emphasized the importance of CSBG for low-income seniors, youth, and people with disabilities, and adjourned the hearing without any votes or formal action taken.

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• And I know we have DHS in the room, if you all will come forward. Thank you all for being here.

Summary: The Occupational License Review Committee met and, without objection, moved consideration of the Fire Protection of Lasting Board and the Licensing Protection Board to the March meeting. The committee then heard a report from the Department of Human Services, Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance, which oversees three occupational licenses: certified nurse aide, nursing home administrator, and psychiatric residential treatment facility licenses. DHS said these licenses are intended to protect the health and safety of people living in residential facilities. Members asked about the nursing home administrator license fund balance, noting it was around $800,000 compared with relatively small annual expenses. The chair questioned whether fees could be reduced or the money used more effectively rather than remaining unused. DHS responded that the statute limits use of those fees to training, and that the division contracts with the Arkansas Health Care Association to provide training classes. No further questions or other business were raised. The committee thanked the witness and adjourned.

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• And I know we have DHS in the room, if you all will come forward. Thank you all for being here.

Summary: The Occupational License Review Committee met and first approved, without objection, moving the Licensing Protection Board item to the March meeting. The committee then heard a report from the Department of Human Services, Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance, which oversees three occupational licenses: certified nurse aide, nursing home administrator, and psychiatric residential treatment facility licenses. The division said these licenses are needed to protect the health and safety of people in residential facilities. Members asked about the nursing home administrator license fund balance, noting it was around $800,000 compared with relatively small annual expenses. The division responded that the statute limits use of those fees to training, and that it contracts with the Arkansas Health Care Association to provide training classes. A member suggested considering ways to reduce fees or otherwise use the accumulated funds more effectively. No further questions or business were raised, and the committee adjourned.

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• two-plus years, we realized that we weren't going to need to purchase more outright because... ...because DHS
• You know, we agree with that, but I would also acknowledge CDPH is working in collaboration with DHS
• We are also working with DHS, DDS, and other data sources to potentially add a larger number.
• DHS and other data sources could potentially add a larger number who will be exempt based on data that
• But prior to including that DHS-DDS data match, that leaves roughly 806,000 adults whose exemption status

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• We went to DHS back in 2023 and asked them to do an in-person training for both families and providers
• We were told by DHS they don't want to do any compliance training for families nor agencies.
• the Minnesota House Human Services Committee, who told us, "Well, no, we can't do anything because DHS
• Minnesota Statute 15, MNSure is required to report each interagency agreement, including those with DHS
• , MDH, and Commerce those with Minute DHS, MDH, and Commerce to<00:24:57.160> the<00:24:57.280

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• DHS contracted with a third party for the review and has established an ongoing prepayment review process
• DHS<00:46:45.280> contracted<00:46:45.960> with<00:46:46.080> a<00:46:46.160>
• third<00:46:46.480> party<00:46:46.960> for DHS contracted with a third party for
• DHS contracted with a third party for the<00:46:47.200> review<00:46:47.600> and<00:46:
• Based on early data, DHS projects an increase in denials, which reduces state spending by $5 million

Bills: HF3425

Keywords: supportive housing, grants, housing assistance, funding, Minnesota Statutes, 1183, house

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• require the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, in consultation with Metro Transit, MnDOT, DHS
• require the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, in consultation with Metro Transit, MnDOT, DHS
• require the Department of Children, Youth, and Families, in consultation with Metro Transit, MnDOT, DHS
• Youth, and Families in consultation with Metrotransit,<00:43:33.839> Mindot,<00:43:34.560> DHS
• <00:43:35.359> and<00:43:35.680> Minute<00:43:36.240> to Metrotransit, Mindot, DHS

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• <00:18:00.160> We<00:18:00.400> are air traffic control tower at DH.
• We are air traffic control tower at DH.
• air traffic control facility<00:18:23.120> will<00:18:23.360> ensure<00:18:23.679> DH
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Bills: HF1972, HF229, HF1090, HF1084, HF1307, HF1274, HF1609, HF2110, HF211, HF216, HF222, HF224, HF225, HF203, HF206, HF207, HF208, HF227, HF246, HF427, HF466, HF502, HF680, HF971

Keywords: community center, Breckenridge, capital investment, state bonds, economic development, HF229, North Branch Area Hockey Association, Stacy Ice Arena, Chisago County, general fund appropriation, grant, ice arena, hockey rink, youth sports, recreational facility, community arena, nonprofit, DEED, Department of Employment and Economic Development, local infrastructure

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• with<00:28:38.799> SSA<00:28:39.799> with<00:28:40.320> um<00:28:40.840> DH
• <00:28:41.519> DHS<00:28:42.320> at<00:28:42.440> the to work with SSA with
• um DH DHS at the to work with SSA with um DH DHS at the federal<00:28:42.919> level<00:28:43.200

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• DHS also holds cohort meetings on a weekly basis where, based on when folks went live with the fee schedule
• DHS also holds cohort meetings on a weekly basis where, based on when folks went live with the fee schedule
• I would have to defer to my DHS colleagues, but I think we've seen some really great billing models.

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• involuntarily committed to a secure state mental health facility, but there were no beds available, DHS

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Summary: The caucus reviewed two bills on Caucus Calendar Number 13. HB 2072, dealing with lactation care providers, was described as having a Senate amendment that would repeal Dr. Cesar Estrada Chavez Day as a state holiday and add an emergency clause; the sponsor was said to likely concur, and no questions were raised. HB 2307, concerning dangerous and incompetent defendants and secure state mental health facility placement, was explained as amended to allow, through December 31, 2031, certain defendants to be placed at ASH’s forensic campus when no secure state bed is available, subject to specified conditions. The amendment also requires reporting and creates a legislative study committee to recommend long-term funding options, including possible Medicaid reimbursement models. Members asked about the retroactive date, bill positions, compliance concerns, and whether there was an appropriation; staff said there is no appropriation but there is a fiscal note. The discussion noted the bill’s emergency clause, which would require 40 votes, and one member said the governor’s office intends to sign the bill. After discussion of both measures, the caucus adjourned.

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• DH. me, for their GLP1 meds by 71% in 2027. me, for their GLP1 meds by 71% in 2027.
• <01:53:55.440> DH. Hello, Mr. Chair. Hello, committee. I'm Dr. Sarah Finn.
• as<04:23:21.199> a<04:23:21.439> priority<04:23:21.840> at<04:23:22.080> DH
• at DH HHS with expansion<04:23:23.920> of<04:23:24.319> child<04:23:24.640> care,
• is here to be, right direction and DHS is here to be, you<04:24:10.399> know,<04:24:10.560>

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• And then also we did want to let the committee know that DHS does not have any oversight over custom-exempt
• 00:18:06.160> committee<00:18:06.480> know<00:18:06.720> that<00:18:08.160> DHS
• <00:18:09.039> does<00:18:09.360> not the committee know that DHS does not the committee
• know that DHS does not have<00:18:09.840> any<00:18:10.080> oversight<00:18:10.640>
• Any other questions or comments to DHS?

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Summary: The Environment and Agriculture Committee held a work session and then executive session on HB 396, which would allow processing of beef cows, swine, sheep, and goats at facilities not certified by USDA. Representative Comtois presented a revised amendment after prior drafting issues were corrected. The changes narrowed the bill to cuts of meat rather than meat food products, clarified labeling for amenable and non-amenable species, removed an exemption from federal law, struck a seasonal date range at Representative Bixby’s request, and reinstated a previously removed section. Supporters said the amendment now had clearer language and better safeguards, while some members still expressed reservations about the underlying policy. Testimony from DHHS food safety officials emphasized that the department does not inspect custom-exempt facilities and would have little oversight unless there were a complaint or foodborne outbreak. They noted concerns about removing the September 1 to April 30 date range, explaining it had been included in the original bill because of temperature and storage concerns for large animals, and they also said the amendment appeared to focus documentation requirements on bison, elk, and red deer. Committee members and witnesses debated whether the proposal would create food safety risks, whether farmers should instead be educated and helped to aggregate processing capacity, and whether the bill would expose farmers, retailers, and restaurants to federal enforcement risk. Rob Johnson of the New Hampshire Farm Bureau said the organization had recently voted down a policy opposing state regulations that would allow uninspected meat sales at retail, and he said he needed to consult further with Farm Bureau leadership before taking a position on HB 396. He suggested the bill should use the broader term “dairy and beef cattle” rather than “beef cows” for consistency. Supporters argued the bill would help small farmers, expand local food access, and reflect an intrastate policy choice despite conflict with federal law. The committee then moved into executive session and voted to approve amendment 2025-3090H, with members stating they would likely have different views on the bill itself.

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• While we were not able to find agreement on implementing the full DHS rates study with this legislation
• assistance, those amounts by hospital are actually certified up to, or sent, the actual money is sent up to DHS
• DHS certifies those Dollars to CMS, and then those dollars are sent through the federal government.
• DCYF and DHS are actually right in the middle.
• We established a program integrity side charge for all DHS providers.

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• one program eligibility specialist from county ops to aging and adult behavioral health services, one DHS

Summary: The committee met and considered several administrative personnel and compensation items. Item B approved a temporary extra-help hire at the University of Arkansas Community College Hope-Texarkana, allowing current Representative Dolly Henley to serve as director of Hempstead Hall, with the required council and governor approvals already provided. Item C approved a special compensation award bonus plan for employees at the Department of Shared Administrative Services and DF&A for work on specified projects and performance goals, and Item D approved a Department of Human Services reallocation of positions and related funding, including about $180,000 moved between divisions. The committee also received informational reports under Items E through H, including a provisional position report for higher education, reports on special compensation and recruitment/incentive awards across state agencies, personnel actions taken under previously approved legislative language, and a community correction quarterly caseload report. No questions were raised on the reports. All items were approved without opposition, and the meeting adjourned after no further business was brought before the committee.

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• I'm also chairman for six years now of the DHS Oversight Committee and of the New Hampshire Commission
• years<00:33:45.039> now<00:33:45.279> of<00:33:45.519> the<00:33:45.679> DHS
• <00:33:46.799> Oversight six years now of the DHS Oversight six years now of the DHS Oversight
• We look forward to creating a body of work that supports DHS.
• work that supports DHS. work that supports DHS.

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• <00:20:30.240> or Departments of Minnesota like DHS or Departments of Minnesota like DHS or
• This is aligned with confidentiality expectations that the DHS OIG currently has.
• <01:21:03.880> oig<01:21:04.520> currently expectations that the DHS oig currently
• expectations that the DHS oig currently has<01:21:06.880> article<01:21:07.239> 7<01:21
• This also mirrors similar abilities that the DHS OIG has.

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• So, um, that would have to be a question for DHS.
• I believe all of those pieces get paid for through insurance, probably the parents' insurance or DHS,
• and we um we had put in a bill two DHS and we um we had put in a bill two or<03:35:46.399> three<
• So, um that would have to be a question<03:36:17.520> for<03:36:17.760> DHS.
• I would assume that question for DHS.

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Summary: The committee first took up SB 209, which would require schools seeking building aid for construction or reconstruction projects to use an owner’s project manager. The chair explained an amendment that would remove the bill’s requirement that the manager be engaged before application and instead revert to current law, while updating the project threshold from the older $1 million figure to a more current amount and clarifying that the manager’s role is to protect the project owner’s interests. Members asked about the cost of hiring a project manager over several years before a project is funded, the 1.5% fee in rule, and whether the rules already define the manager’s duties. The chair said the amendment addressed those concerns by leaving the timing to current law and relying on existing administrative rules for qualifications and responsibilities. The committee then voted 18-0 to adopt the amendment and 18-0 to recommend SB 209 OTPA, placing it on the consent calendar. The committee then moved to SB 99, which concerns allowing students enrolled in career and technical education programs at receiving comprehensive high schools to take additional academic courses there. The chair said the bill was intended to make it easier for students to access CTE without being blocked by scheduling conflicts in their sending schools, and to clarify how agreements between sending and receiving districts would work. He described concerns about the bill’s cost formula, transportation, part-time versus full-time status, and whether the proposal could unintentionally create open-enrollment or athletic-transfer issues. He said the amendment would mirror existing treatment for homeschool and charter school students, use a familiar funding model, and limit participation to students already enrolled in one or more CTE classes at the receiving school. The chair also emphasized that comprehensive high schools already have a statutory definition and that the bill would help more students participate in CTE, which he said currently reaches only a relatively small share of students statewide. He noted that transportation would be covered only when a CTE bus is available, otherwise students would be responsible for arranging travel as under current practice. After brief discussion, the committee voted 18-0 to adopt the amendment and 18-0 to recommend SB 99 OTPA, also placing it on the consent calendar.