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that <00:12:10.160>a <00:12 - Senator Broden, for those voting pursuant to Rule 40.7. Thank you, Mr. President.
- Senator Boldon, for those voting pursuant to Rule 40.7. Thank you, Mr. President.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Health and Human Services (04/16/2026)
Health and Human Services
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- In March 2023, a new rule appeared in the DHHS rules section H-P 301.13(e)(1).
- In March 2023, a new rule appeared in the DHHS rules section H-P 301.13(e)(1).
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Senator? good, Senator? good, Senator? - So Senator Lang, Senator Pearl, Senator Avard, and Senator Rashardy, um, they were all part of this to
- rule um they don't have the authority. rule um they don't have the authority.
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- Senator. Senator. Senator.
- Senator Altshuler, seconded by Senator Senator Altshuler, seconded by Senator Innis.
- Senator Gray. Yes. Senator Innis. Yes. Senator Ward. >> Yes. Senator Roshardi. Yes. Senator Fenton.
- Senator Murphy. No. Senator Pearl. Yes. Senator Sullivan. Yes. Senator Birdsell. Yes.
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Senator come before the Senate? Senator come before the Senate?
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
Senate Children and Family Law (04/16/2026)
Children and Family Law
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- And did you work as a Senator along. And did you work as a GAL?
- Um, in the Senate we have a rule we can do a committee amendment, which basically, on the fly, we can
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is I think I think what the senator is I think I think what the senator is
VT
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- in the Senate Judiciary. in the Senate Judiciary.
- rule 32. rule 32.
- Senator from Washington. Senate Finance will meet at 1:30.
- Senate Institutions will meet at 1:30. Senator from Bennington. Mr.
- Senator from Bennington. Mr. President, Senator from Bennington. Mr.
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- Members, please vote. >> Senator Boldon for those voting pursuant to rule 40.7. Thank you, Mr.
- Senator Pappas votes aye. Senator Dziedzic, for those voting pursuant to rule 40.7. Thank you, Mr.
- Senator Port votes aye. Senator Dziedzic, for those voting pursuant to Rule 40.7. Thank you, Mr.
- Senator Boden, for those voting pursuant to Rule 40.7. Thank you, Mr. President.
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voting Senator Dziedzic, for those voting pursuant to Rule 40.7.
Summary:
The Senate met under call, established a quorum, and adopted the printed committee reports, except those relating to Senate Concurrent Resolution 6. It then gave second reading to Senate File 4282 and several House files, and later handled motions including re-referring Senate File 4634 from Jobs and Economic Development to Taxes. The chamber also designated special orders for immediate consideration.
On special order, Senate File 4339, relating to the excavation notice system and utility locating, was presented as a safe-digging measure requiring electronic positive responses from utility operators and updated contact information for locators. The bill was read a third time and passed 64-0. The Senate then took up House File 3718, which modernizes the Board of Veterinary Medicine, updates definitions and licensing rules, expands scope of practice and telemedicine provisions, changes board composition, and adds a background check requirement; after questions from Senator Green about the bill’s sponsor, background checks, and board size, it passed 52-13.
The Senate next considered Senate File 4455, concerning the Lake City and Red Wing port authorities. An A2 amendment was adopted to address municipal public utilities commission voter ratification language, and the bill as amended passed 65-0. The session ended with announcements, including a lighthearted note about “Steak on a Stick Eve,” excusing Senators Webber and Miller, and adjournment until Thursday, April 16 at 11:00 a.m.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Press Conference: Republican Leaders Address Tax & Affordability Concerns for Minnesotans - 04/15/26
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- Senator Dziedzic? Uh, thanks, Mark.
- Senator more affordable for Minnesotans. Senator Dziedzic?
- Thank you, Senator Dziedzic. Thank you, Senator Dziedzic.
- back over to Senator Johnson. back over to Senator Johnson.
- County engineers, city engineers, State Senator former State Senator Carla Bigham testified how bad this
Summary:
Republican senators held a Tax Day press event focused on affordability, arguing that DFL control has led to overspending, higher taxes, and reduced competitiveness in Minnesota. They criticized recent state tax increases and proposed new taxes, including taxes on social media and advertising, extending sales tax to legal and accounting services, a higher income tax tier, a statewide property tax, and a housing-related sales tax amendment. They also contrasted Minnesota policy with federal tax relief, saying Minnesotans need spending restraint, fraud reduction, and a smaller, more efficient state government instead of additional revenue measures.
Senator Dziedzic focused on transportation costs, especially high license tab fees, saying residents are overwhelmed by taxes and fees and that the state should fund roads and bridges with existing money rather than raising fees. He cited a House proposal to quintuple tab fees and said Minnesota’s vehicle ownership costs are far higher than neighboring states. Senator Kunesh focused on property taxes, saying homeownership is becoming unaffordable because of state spending and unfunded mandates passed on to local governments. He argued that Democrats’ 2023 spending drove up property taxes and warned that a proposed statewide property tax would worsen the housing crisis and hurt families, seniors, and first-time buyers.
In response to questions, the senators said their caucus is open to companion bills and some targeted tax relief measures, including conformity with federal changes such as tax treatment of tips and overtime and Section 179 business provisions. They said they support transportation investment but want it funded through existing resources and better prioritization, not new taxes or fees. They also discussed possible bonding negotiations and said they are still evaluating proposals related to HCMC and a one-time property tax rebate, which they described as insufficient compared with the need for permanent relief. No votes or formal actions were taken.
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- Due to the committee's protocol rules, it's a one limit on testimony.
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all With Senator Favela as excused, all With Senator Favela as excused - With Senator not, advise and consent.
- Noting Senator Favela as consent.
- With Senator 790 advise and consent.
Summary:
The Health and Human Services Committee heard several governor’s message nominations for health-related boards and commissions. Kanwardeep Kaleka was considered for the Substance Abuse Kauai Service Area Board; he said his work as a psychiatrist and family physician on Kauai motivates him to improve mental health and addiction services. Kunani Dryer was considered for the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances; he emphasized 26 years of personal recovery, harm reduction experience, and representation of rural, LGBTQIA+, and Native Hawaiian communities. Olivia Kim was considered for the Center for Nursing Advisory Board; testimony highlighted her experience in nursing leadership, long-term care, and LPN workforce issues. Trisha Lynn Yamashita was considered for the Kauai Subarea Health Planning Council; she described her hospice leadership, public health and palliative care background, and focus on data-informed, community-centered planning. Emily Dong was considered for the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel Wastewater Treatment Plants; she stressed wastewater’s public health importance and the need to strengthen the operator workforce pipeline.
Testimony in support came from the Department of Health and several organizations and individuals, including the Hawaii State Center for Nursing, Hawaii Substance Abuse Coalition, Hina Mauka, the Kauai mayor, the Healthcare Association of Hawaii, and others. Committee members generally praised the nominees’ credentials and community ties, and repeatedly noted the value of lived experience, rural perspective, and workforce expertise. One nominee, Olivia Kim, was not present and was deferred to a later meeting for decision-making.
At the end of the hearing, the committee took up the governor’s messages and recommended advise and consent for GM707, GM537, GM545, GM724, and GM790, with Senator Fevella excused and no objections recorded. GM662 was deferred to Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 3:20 p.m. in Room 225 because the nominee could not attend. The committee then adjourned.
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confirmation. - Senator Ihara is excused. Senator Kealoha? Aye. Senator Dela Cruz aye.
- Senator Kealoha?
- Senator Dela Cruz aye. Chair, your >> Aye. Senator Dela Cruz aye.
- full Senate hearing is. full Senate hearing is.
Summary:
The Committee on Hawaiian Affairs met on April 14, 2026, to consider GM 644, the nomination of Kayla Curvelo to the Hawaii Island Burial Council, shifting her seat from the at-large/large landowner position to the Kona representative seat. Testimony in support came from SHPD Administrator Jessica Pap, who said Curvelo has served faithfully and has strong ties to the Kona community, and from OHA’s Leiloha Macouani, who noted Curvelo has served on the council since 2021 and as chair since August 2025.
Curvelo, appearing on Zoom, described her family’s deep roots in Kona and said her focus would be on supporting community and descendant voices in burial matters. In response to questions, she emphasized that burial council decisions should be handled case by case, especially in situations involving inadvertent discovery of iwi, preservation in place, or relocation. She said the council’s role is to listen to families, SHPD, and community needs, and to balance cultural practice, changing conditions, and respect for kupuna and ʻāina.
Members asked about her vision for the council and whether iwi could be moved when necessary. Curvelo said relocation can be appropriate when done properly, but there is no single rule; each situation depends on the family, the site, and conditions such as coastal erosion or high surf. After discussion, the chair recommended advise and consent. The committee voted to adopt that recommendation, with Chair Richards, Vice Chair, Senator Kealoha, and Senator Dela Cruz voting aye; Senator Ihara was excused. The nomination was forwarded to the full Senate for confirmation, and the meeting adjourned.
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- I, uh, Senator Gabbard is excused. Senator Nishimoto. I. Senator Moriwaki is I and Senator Dela I.
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Summary:
The Committee on Government Operations met on April 14, 2026, to consider Governor’s Message 784, a nomination for the 911 Board: Terrence Gomez for a term ending June 30, 2030. The chair noted that the committee had received written testimony in support from Davelyn Racadio, EMS Dispatch Coordinator for the Maui Police Department, and invited Gomez to testify by Zoom.
Gomez said he wanted to serve because of his public safety background and his desire to strengthen emergency communications and support community and first responder safety. He said he has 27 years of law enforcement experience, including work with dispatchers and the emergency operations center. The chair asked about the board’s role in helping counties upgrade PSAP systems, but Gomez said he was not familiar with that issue and had no specific thoughts at the time.
After questions concluded, the chair recommended advising and consenting to the nomination, saying Gomez’s county police experience would be an asset to the board. The committee voted yes by members present, with Senator Gabbard excused, and the nomination was approved. The chair congratulated Gomez and adjourned the hearing.
NY
New York 2025-2026 Regular Session
New York State Senate Session - 04/15/2026
New York Senate Floor Meeting
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- Motions and resolutions. >> Senator Gianaris. >> By Senator Salazar, Calendar 648, Parker, 636, and Senator
- SENATOR GIANARIS.
- Accordingly, I appeal the ruling of the Chair, and I ask that you recognize Senator Rolison to be heard
- >> ACCORDINGLY I APPEAL THE RULING OF THE CHAIR AND I ASK THAT YOU RECOGNIZE SENATOR ROLISON TO
- The ruling of the Chair stands and the bill in chief is before the house. Senator Walczyk.
Summary:
The Senate convened, approved the prior journal, and then took up a series of utility and public service bills and resolutions. A resolution sponsored by Senator Scarcella-Spanton designating April 9, 2026, as Yellow Ribbon Day was adopted after remarks honoring veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. The chamber then moved through several Public Service Law measures focused on utility affordability, consumer protections, and PSC procedures, with some bills laid aside and others advanced.
Among the bills passed were measures by Senators Mayer, Cleare, Hinchey, Comrie, and Parker. Debate on the Mayer bill centered on limiting utility expenses and fees recoverable in rate cases; supporters said it was part of a broader package to reform PSC practices, while opponents argued it would not lower current bills and had been softened from earlier versions. The Webb bill creating a residential utility usage monitoring program drew extended debate over whether it would meaningfully reduce costs, who would pay for the program, and whether it could lead to government monitoring of household usage; supporters said it would give consumers more control and transparency, while critics said it would not lower rates. The Gonzalez bill, which would add consumer protections during PSC investigations and delay shutoffs in certain circumstances, also passed after questions about whether it applied to rate cases, with the sponsor saying rate cases were explicitly excluded.
Several members explained their votes, with supporters emphasizing affordability, transparency, and consumer protection, and opponents arguing the package would not address immediate rate relief and could burden ratepayers or encourage nonpayment. Senator Tedisco and others criticized PSC appointments and state energy policy, while Democratic sponsors argued the bills were part of a longer-term effort to reform utility regulation and address climate and affordability concerns. The chamber restored multiple bills to the non-controversial calendar before final votes, and the recorded results showed passage of the major utility bills by substantial margins, along with one amendment appeal being ruled nongermane and rejected.
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Health and Human Services - 04/15/26
Health and Human Services
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and - as Senate File 4933 by Senator Wiklund.
- Senator Wicklund. Senator Wicklund.
- Senator.
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Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 04/15/26
Judiciary and Public Safety
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Latz. Senator Latz. Senator Latz.
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- Clark, Senate File bill from Senator Clark, Senate File 4368. 4368. 4368.
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- In accordance with the rules of the Senate, the following member will be participating remotely in today's
- Um Senate file 3988. Um Senate file 3988.
- Senator Dziedzic. I. Senator Carlson. No. Senator Coleman. I. Senator Farnsworth. Yes.
- Senator Hawj. No. Senator Hemmingsen-Jaeger. No. Senator Lang. I. Senator McEwen. No.
- Senator Lang. I. Senator Lang. I. Senator<01:35:42.920>
McEwen. Senator McEwen.
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MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 04/15/26
Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
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- Senator Kupec: Yes. Senator Westrom: Yes. Senator Dahms: Yes. Senator Dornink: Yes.
- Senator Gustafson: No. Senator Hommersten: Yes. Senator Kunesh: No. Senator Sieben: No.
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- The first bill on the agenda is Senate File 4262. Senator Putnam.
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- Senate tax committee. Senate tax committee.
- Uh Senator Dibble. I I bill over. Uh Senator Dibble.
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- Senator Fats says Senator Groenhagen's point.
- Koopak's<00:37:11.359>
Senate from Senator Koopak's Koopak's Senate from Senator Koopak's - Senate File 5048. Senate File 5048.
- Next is Senator Abeler's Senate File 4121.
- Senator Stephen Senator Rasmussen. Thank Senator Stephen Senator Rasmussen.
HI
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- >> Senator Fevella. >> Here. >> Senator Fukunaga. >> Senator Gabbard. >> Senator Hashimoto. >> Here.
- >> Senator Ihara. >> Present. >> Senator Inouye. >> Present. >> Senator Kanuha. >> Here. >> Senator Keohokalole
- . >> Excused. >> Senator Kidani. >> Senator Kim. >> Senator La Mose. >> Here. >> Senator Lee. >> Senator
- Senator Awana, Senator DeCourte. Senator Awana, Senator DeCourte.
- Reservations, Senator Elefante, Senator Richards, Senator Inouye, Senator Rhoads, Senator McKelvey.