Transcript Highlights:

• We support the delivery of employees. We support the delivery of 62,000<00:27:10.480><c> babies.
• </c> supporting charity care by the state. supporting charity care by the state.
• </c> And with that, I'd ask for your support. And with that, I'd ask for your support.
• </c> support this. support this.
• </c> support it. support it.

Bills: HF1925

Committee: House Health Finance and Policy

Keywords: nurse licensure, multistate license, healthcare, public safety, interstate compact, nursing regulation, 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> um support the bill was 7-4-0. um support the bill was 7-4-0. Thank<00:50:24.240><c> you.
• in support of the position. position. position.
• </c> are subject of a uh committee-supported are subject of a uh committee-supported amendment<01:06:
• </c><01:15:15.720><c> Thank</c> forward to the body's support. Thank forward to the body's support.
• </c> support on the amendment of this bill. support on the amendment of this bill.

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• </c><00:13:12.320><c> so</c> Market interest to to be supported so Market interest to to be supported
• </c> are paid back but it really is a support are paid back but it really is a support of<00:15:41.720
• from past funding support.
• </c><00:19:37.080><c> as</c> agencies uh that actually support as agencies uh that actually support as
• I will say that state support comes in the support of bonds, but they truly are a grant to the transit

Committee: Senate Transportation

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> supporting this amendment. supporting this amendment.
• I support this amendment. they desire. I support this amendment.
• So, what structure to support that law.
• Um, I will and support the framework.
• </c> but I will support what it is. but I will support what it is.

Keywords: 926, house, all

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• So, working with KLC and Kentucky League of Cities, which both support this bill, this allows for Kentucky
• I certainly appreciate the most support I certainly appreciate the school<00:15:14.600><c> facility<
• you know athletic facilities supporting you know athletic facilities and<00:20:00.880><c> my</c><00:
• um you know a humbly ask you to support Augusta<00:21:42.039><c> and</c><00:21:42.240><c> Marian</c>
• Our schools are foundations of our communities, and with your support we can provide quality education

Keywords: Meeting Start 00:00:00 Roll Call 00:00:05 HB 537 Discussion 00:00:40 HB 537 Vote 00:02:45 HJR 34 Discussion 00:03:30 HJR 34 Vote 00:07:45 HJR 30 Discussion 00:08:30 HJR 30 Vote 00:10:25 HJR 32 Discussion 00:11:00 HJR 32 Vote 00:41:00, 958, all

Summary: The committee took up several measures related to appropriations and school facilities. House Bill 537 was explained as a technical fix to Kentucky’s opioid abatement settlement framework so the state can accept funds from national bankruptcy settlements under the allocation structure now used by the courts; the bill was supported by the Attorney General’s office and local government groups and received a favorable recommendation. House Joint Resolution 34 authorized release of previously appropriated KCTCS funds for three projects, and members discussed whether KCTCS facilities could be used more broadly for community needs such as public health, workforce, and other services. KCTCS officials said they were open to that idea, and the resolution also received a favorable recommendation. House Joint Resolution 30, concerning the Waters program and release of funds for projects that had remained in design, was adopted by committee substitute and passed favorably. The committee then heard extensive testimony on House Joint Resolution 32, which concerns school facility gap funding for districts with low bonding capacity. The chair and sponsor explained that the General Assembly had previously asked the auditor and Blue & Co. to analyze district data because of disputes over project costs and bonding capacity. Superintendents from Marion County, Augusta Independent, Williamstown, and Walton Verona described their projects and financial constraints. Marion County and Augusta argued that full gap funding is necessary for new school or multipurpose facility projects that cannot be phased in; Augusta emphasized its old building stock, high poverty rate, and the need for a gymnasium/multipurpose space used for school and community functions. Williamstown described a STEM center and field expansion, saying the project would be delayed for years without full funding. Walton Verona described rapid growth, overcrowding, and an intermediate school project that had risen sharply in cost from the original estimate. Members asked questions about the accuracy of cost estimates and the scope of the projects, including why some estimates differed from the auditor’s figures and whether the funding requests covered only parts of larger phased plans. The testimony generally supported full funding for the listed districts, with the districts arguing that the projects are necessary for safe, modern learning environments and that local tax effort has already been substantial. Each of the measures considered during the meeting was reported out favorably, with the chair voting no on the resolutions and bills before the committee.

Transcript Highlights:

• Are there any me-toos in support of this bill?
• I certainly support those who did come today for the other bill.
• Okay, well, we will take the me-toos in support.
• Do we have support witnesses here?
• John Kacharizki, Santa Ana POA, in support.

Committee: Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• I'm testifying in support of S. 11 and H. 71.
• And so we're in support of Senate Bill 11 and House 71, as you know, sponsored by Senator Comerford and
• Respectfully, we ask for your support as this moves through the process and for a favorable report.
• I respectfully ask that you report this bill out favorably and really appreciate your support.
• I respectfully ask that you report this bill out favorably and really appreciate your support.

Committee: Joint Joint Committee on Revenue

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Joint Committee on Revenue held its first hearing of the session, led by House Chair Adrian Madaro and Senate Chair James Eldridge. The committee explained the constitutional amendment process and the hearing procedures, then took testimony on four bills concerning proposed amendments to the Massachusetts Constitution, with the main focus on S. 11 and H. 71, which would amend Article 99 relating to agricultural and horticultural land taxation. Senator Jo Comerford, Rebecca Miller of the Massachusetts Food System Collaborative, and Representative Natalie Blay all testified in support of the bills. They argued that the current five-acre minimum for farmland tax treatment is outdated and harms farmers, especially new, urban, and smaller-scale farmers, by forcing some land to be taxed at higher commercial rates. Supporters said the change would help preserve farmland, strengthen the local food system, and address economic pressures on farms, including high land values, climate impacts, and an aging farm workforce. In response to a question about abuse or false claims, Comerford and Miller said existing certification processes under Chapter 61A and municipal review help verify active farming, and Miller noted the bill requires land to be in production for two years before receiving the rate. Committee members asked about the status of the 21st Century Farm Commission, and Comerford said a report was expected in the spring. After testimony concluded, the chairs asked whether anyone else wished to testify and then entertained a motion to adjourn, which was made and accepted.

Transcript Highlights:

• Witnesses have approximately two minutes to testify in support of or in opposition to the bill.
• Thank you, and we ask for your support.
• Thank you, and we ask for your support. Thank you. Is there anyone else here in support of AB 1916?
• So I just want to repeat: I support the online updating and technological improvement.
• All right, well, I will be supporting the bill, and thank you very much.

Committee: House Judiciary

Keywords: 988, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• plan as it relates to infrastructure to ensure that development does not occur without adequate supporting
• plan as it relates to infrastructure to ensure that development does not occur without adequate supporting
• I'm here to express my strong<00:02:40.480><c> support</c><00:02:41.080><c> for</c><00:02:42.080><c>
• SR</c> strong support for SR strong support for SR um um um SCR95,<00:02:46.239><c> which</c><00:02:46.480
• </c> every possibility and way to support every possibility and way to support those<00:03:12.400><c>

Committee: Senate Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The Committee on Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs met on March 27 to hear six resolutions. The first pair, SCR 39 and SR 23, urged Maui County’s planning department to retain the word “required” in the South Maui community plan so development would not proceed without adequate infrastructure; with no testimony or questions, the committee voted to pass both unamended. The second pair, SCR 82 and SR 65, called on Maui County and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to expedite planning, funding, and construction of a permanent replacement for the Kadi Palolo Bridge, but because there was no testimony, the chair deferred those measures. The final pair, SCR 95 and SR 78, asked Maui County to study the feasibility of a universal basic income program for residents and businesses affected by the 2023 Maui wildfires. Emma Hayenrik testified in strong support, saying the fires devastated lives and that UBI could provide immediate financial relief and support recovery. After hearing oral and written testimony, the committee voted to pass both resolutions unamended, with no objections.

Transcript Highlights:

• Green cards are for support, red cards are in opposition.
• I'll read off the cards in support and present.
• We do have two green cards in support.
• Charles Watkins, Assistant Secretary of Family Support. Mr.
• , and in every way they need to be supported.

Summary: The committee first approved the May 20 minutes and then advanced HCR 95, which would create a more uniform tax base for future state and local tax exemptions and credits, requiring a two-thirds vote of both chambers to deviate from that uniformity. HB 648 was deferred by the author. HB 1049, dealing with public meeting procedures and notice requirements, was amended after discussion with the Police Jury Association, school boards, and local government groups; the amendments removed a requirement for a lawyer at every meeting and clarified notice and posting language, and the bill was reported with amendments despite opposition from local government associations and the City of Baker. The committee then heard HB 615, which would expand livestreaming and two-year archiving requirements to more public bodies, including non-elected boards and commissions with taxing or rulemaking authority. Supporters framed it as a transparency measure, while local government and association witnesses argued it would impose an unfunded mandate, especially on small volunteer boards, and raised concerns about costs, staffing, record retention, and reliance on social media platforms. The bill was not advanced. HB 1201, as amended, would provide legislators reimbursement for travel and limited out-of-session expenses, including housing and mileage, beginning with the next term; members discussed the need to make public service more financially feasible and to broaden who can afford to serve. The committee reported HB 1201 with amendments. The committee also considered two constitutional convention-related bills. HB 244 would set guardrails for any future convention by capping delegates at 144, specifying delegate selection, requiring a two-thirds delegate vote to send proposals to voters, and requiring both a majority of voters and approval by three-fourths of the parishes for ratification; after debate over whether the parish threshold was too high, the bill was reported favorably on a roll call vote. HB 4, as amended, was narrowed to require the Senate and House Governmental Affairs committees to meet in the off-season to discuss the mechanics of a possible convention, but members viewed it as more of a study resolution than binding legislation, and the committee voted to keep it in committee. The meeting then moved to confirmation hearings. Courtney Myers, nominated for Deputy Secretary for the Office of Juvenile Justice, and Ernest Jacob Reade Jr., nominated as Assistant Secretary, testified about their backgrounds and priorities, emphasizing juvenile rehabilitation, education and vocational programming, mental health services, credible messengers, family contact, and better communication with legislators and families. Nathan McBride, nominated as Deputy Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality, testified about his engineering and government affairs background and said he would focus on legislative work, waste tire management, permitting modernization, and constituent service.

Transcript Highlights:

• A portion of this program was intended to be supported by fees.
• I'm here to request your support, and thank you, Senator.
• I'm here to request your support, and thank you, Senator Cabaldon, for expressing your support already
• But I'm here to thank you for your support and ask for your continued support to ensure that the California
• And we support their efforts to try to address that problem.

Summary: The subcommittee heard May Revision proposals from the Department of Food and Agriculture, the Government Operations Agency, the Department of Technology, and the Franchise Tax Board, with public comment to come later and all items held open. CDFA presented funding for the animal care program implementing Proposition 12, including a one-time $5.2 million General Fund transfer to the Ag Fund and $2.8 million ongoing, and the LAO recommended approval while noting the Legislature should revisit the funding once litigation and federal preemption questions are resolved. CDFA also proposed ending state oversight of industrial hemp and moving to the federal USDA program by January 1, 2028, with an $8.3 million General Fund transfer to cover startup and transition costs; the LAO supported the transition. Additional CDFA items included $204,000 ongoing and one position to preserve agricultural statistics reporting after USDA reorganization, and trailer bill changes to clarify the department’s 5% indirect cost cap; both drew no objections from Finance or LAO. The Government Operations Agency and Cradle to Career items focused on implementing the new federal Workforce Pell program. Finance described trailer bill language establishing state eligibility processes, with the California Student Aid Commission as the authorizing entity in consultation with the Workforce Development Board, and proposed $1.3 million one-time General Fund for Cradle to Career to build data linkages. The LAO urged caution because federal rules were just finalized and said more information was needed on workload, costs, and whether existing data systems could support the work. Senators raised policy concerns about limiting the program to public institutions and about aligning the proposal with broader workforce and labor goals. The committee also briefly discussed SB 53/Cal Compute, with GovOps saying no appropriation had been provided for its consortium work, and Finance saying the administration was not proposing funding at this time. The Department of Technology presented a $30 million operational backstop for the Middle Mile Broadband Initiative, intended to cover any shortfall if expected revenues from the Golden State Net third-party administrator do not materialize in time. The LAO initially recommended rejection over broad spending authority, then suggested amendments with stronger reporting and legislative review; committee members questioned the revenue assumptions, oversight, and whether the request could recur. CDT also sought $1 million for Poppy, the state’s GenAI digital assistant, to expand secure statewide use; the LAO had no concerns, and members asked about data security, model bias, training restrictions, and possible local-government use. Finally, FTB proposed realigning CalFile resources after the federal Direct File program was discontinued, retaining three ongoing positions and returning the rest of the funding and positions to the General Fund; the LAO said the reduced scope was reasonable, and members discussed keeping the free filing system user-friendly and ready for future federal changes. The committee also heard the administration’s digital pre-written software tax proposal, which would extend sales tax to electronically delivered software and SaaS beginning January 1, 2027, generating an estimated $450 million General Fund in 2026-27 and $900 million ongoing, plus local revenue. The LAO supported modernizing the tax base but recommended broadening the proposal to include more digital products while considering a business-use exemption or reduced rate, and flagged a newly added video game exemption as a revenue downside. Senators generally supported the goal of raising revenue and aligning California with other states, but questioned the local revenue distribution and equity effects, and one senator said they would not support expanding the tax to books, music streaming, and similar consumer products. All items were left open without votes.

Transcript Highlights:

• support this bipartisan Please support this bipartisan legislation<00:18:14.480><c> and</c><00:18:14.720
• I Um, I support the intent of this bill.
• I am testifying in support of HF 1049.
• </c> support of HF 1049. support of HF 1049.
• I am here today to express my support for HF 1049.

Bills: HF238 , HF3381 , HF3754 , HF1049

Committee: House Taxes

Keywords: microenterprise home kitchen operation, cottage food, home-based food business, home kitchen license, homemade food, prepared food, food entrepreneur, small food business, cottage food law, food safety training, ServSafe, food handler license, agriculture department, Minnesota food law, residential kitchen, local zoning, consumer labeling, allergen labeling, unpasteurized juice, time/temperature control for safety food

Transcript Highlights:

• People do support those at the farmer's market.
• So I would be very supportive.
• So I would be very supportive.
• Those that are, it's really community supported.
• And of course, I was very supportive of this effort.

Committee: Joint Economic & Rural Development & Policy Committee

Keywords: 996, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> bipartisan support. bipartisan support.
• </c> goes too far and she would not support goes too far and she would not support it.<00:27:24.559><
• Appreciate your support. support. support.
• Any questions or I support the A22.
• </c><00:35:54.720><c> And</c> support, uh, in both chambers. And support, uh, in both chambers.

Committee: Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> support through all of life's seasons. support through all of life's seasons.
• On the bipartisan support for this.
• :01:09.360><c> everyone</c><02:01:09.679><c> who</c> support and respect to everyone who support and
• I will not support or give friend.
• </c> supporter supporters of this outstanding supporter supporters of this outstanding season.<02:18:

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Friday, May 15, 2026, 1012, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:26:11.200><c> across</c> provide information and support across provide information and support
• </c><00:26:44.120><c> such</c> offer personalized academic support such offer personalized academic support
• </c> the school-based continuum of support the school-based continuum of support that<00:38:17.560><c
• </c><00:39:26.000><c> their</c> integrity, and supporting their integrity, and supporting their well-being
• , support, support, it<01:05:58.640><c> would</c><01:05:59.000><c> further</c><01:05:59.400><c> encourage

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• </c> payments to families, supported payments to families, supported healthcare<00:04:51.360><c> providers
• </c><00:09:41.120><c> for</c> spending for testing, support for spending for testing, support for atrisisk
• and other provider supports.
• It funded a combination of supports.
• </c><00:42:36.720><c> both</c> investment came in to support both investment came in to support both

Committee: House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• </c><00:37:03.599><c> from</c> at the time and we used the support from at the time and we used the support
• </c> come in as we write grants to support come in as we write grants to support that<01:31:02.360><c
• We also have program support.
• So this support is supporting those programs and, um, as a statewide organization, we do a lot of...
• is</c> program support So this support is program support So this support is supporting<01:43:16.840>

Committee: House Higher Education Finance and Policy

Keywords: 1183, house

Transcript Highlights:

• </c> with sufficient supports. with sufficient supports.
• There's no support for him.
• No support in the dorms, no support getting around.
• </c> with a 368 with support. with a 368 with support.
• </c> also has um housing support. also has um housing support.

Committee: House Education Funding

Keywords: 1189, house, all

Transcript Highlights:

• At this time, are there any additional witnesses in support in the hearing room?
• With that, I look forward to supporting the measure here today. Do we have a motion?
• When the time is permitted with me, we have two individuals here to testify in support.
• Osama Lazzardo with the California Federation of Labor Unions, co-sponsor, in support.
• So I will support. Thank you so much. Senator would like to close. Or you're good? I'm sorry.

Committee: House Higher Education

Keywords: 988, house, all