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CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Business and Professions Committee Jun 16th, 2026
Business and Professions
Transcript Highlights:
- , enough opportunity for folks to mobilize, enough opportunity for skill to translate into higher wages
- and opportunity.
- Thank you for the opportunity to testify. My name is David Chandler.
- All right, thank you, Chair and colleagues for the opportunity to present SB 936.
- And we have conversations every day today about the missed opportunity then.
Committee:
House Business and Professions
VA
Virginia 2026 Regular Session
Freedom of Information Advisory Council May 4th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Yes, if that is an opportunity, I certainly would be glad to see that that goes.
- Constitution of the United States and the Virginia Constitution, require notice and a reasonable opportunity
- The reasons that it was continued was because the FOIA Council had not had the opportunity to weigh in
- , if not impossible, to do without there being, as has been mentioned, sufficient notice and an opportunity
- What I wanted to do here is sort of get, for everybody, including those watching, an opportunity for
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Apr 27th, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you, Speaker and members, for the opportunity to introduce Right ahead.
- Thank you, Speaker and members, for the opportunity to introduce a very special guest in the gallery
- And lastly, thank you for the opportunity to introduce my district office interns, Coulter Adamson and
- No, the Coastal Commission ruins that opportunity.
- Would we have the recreational opportunities for everyone?
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, offered prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, and then spent much of the early session on guest introductions recognizing students, interns, advocacy groups, sorority members, and other visitors. Members also noted Assembly Member Castillo’s birthday and announced a later floor photo for members wearing denim. The chamber then moved to the Daily File and took up a series of bills and resolutions.
Among the major actions, AB 2323 by Assembly Member McKinnor, on modernizing public notice while preserving transparency and due process, passed 57-0. ACR 149 by Assembly Member Hart, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the California Coastal Act and the Coastal Conservancy, drew extensive debate both in support and opposition before being adopted by voice vote, with 46 co-authors added. AB 2011 by Assembly Member Hart, codifying mental health parity standards, was also taken up, and AB 2691 by Assembly Member Addis, expanding disqualifying felony convictions for elected office to include sexual assault and human trafficking, passed 53-0. The Assembly also adopted HR 31 on Denim Day and Sexual Assault Awareness Month after lengthy testimony from members describing personal experiences and the need to support survivors.
The body then approved several policy bills with broad support, including AB 1621 on housing permitting timelines (64-0), AB 1704 on studying the cost of low-embodied-carbon building materials and pausing standards if cost parity is not reached (58-0), AB 1916 updating the definition of certified interpreter to include ASL interpreters (59-2), AB 2559 on returning construction and demolition permit deposits when compliance is documented (61-0), AB 2663 as an urgency sunset extension for alcoholic beverage law (64-0 on urgency and measure), and AB 2731 expanding on-sale general alcohol licenses in Santa Cruz County (63-0). The Senate consent calendar was also adopted. The session ended with an adjournment in memory of Josado Dado Banatao, honoring his life, engineering achievements, and philanthropy, followed by a motion to adjourn until April 30 at 9 a.m.
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Local Government Apr 8th, 2026
Local Government, Elections and Pensions
Transcript Highlights:
- Good morning, and thank you for the opportunity to speak today.
- And thank you for the opportunity to speak today.
- They should have the opportunity to read through all that in a due diligence period.
- This just allows all counties to have that same opportunity.
- Thank you, and I appreciate this opportunity. Thank you very much. Any comments or questions?
Summary:
The Committee on Local Government heard testimony on House Bill 3176, which would create a statutory framework for homeowners associations. Sponsor Rep. Koslow said the bill addresses quorum problems, allows defunct associations to revive, sets deadlines for election and covenant challenges, requires fidelity insurance, and expands recordkeeping and disclosure to members. Supporters said Missouri HOAs currently operate under a patchwork of outdated documents and laws, while opponents from the home builders and bankers groups warned the bill could interfere with development interests, create burdens, and increase risk or fees. Committee members raised concerns about fairness, homeowner rights, and whether the bill would override stricter local subdivision standards; no action was taken on the bill during the hearing.
The committee also heard House Bill 3277, a local public safety tax measure for Northwoods. Rep. Fountain Henderson said the city needs the tax to upgrade police equipment and support public safety, and members noted the city’s retail center and voter approval requirement. The hearing then moved to House Bill 3143, which would allow counties to place a quarter-cent sales tax on the ballot for senior services. Rep. Parker and supporters from senior services organizations said the measure would help fund Meals on Wheels, transportation, nutrition centers, in-home care, and other aging services, especially in rural areas with limited funding and transportation. Some members questioned the breadth of spending authority, oversight, and whether a sales tax would shift costs onto seniors, but the bill drew supportive testimony overall.
In executive session, the committee voted House Bill 2732 do pass by 13-1 and House Bill 3028 do pass unanimously. It then took up House Bill 2431, a package of local tax authorization measures, adopted a substitute and amendment adding several city and county proposals, and voted the House Committee Substitute do pass by 13-1. The committee then adjourned.
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- It can also unlock infill opportunities.
- Can also unlock infill opportunities.
- The two stairways often can't be built on smaller lots that are infill opportunities.
- It gives them that opportunity, and I think that... ...local entity has to do this.
- It gives them that opportunity.
Committee:
Senate Local Government and Taxation
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- I appreciate the opportunity to address the committee, and I will do my best to answer any technical
- Also because we think this bill offers an opportunity to prevent tragedies rather than just respond to
- Thank you for the opportunity to testify in strong support of SB 1006 by Senator Padilla, which we are
- Good morning, Jesse Nandreyes, on behalf of the Campaign for College Opportunity, and California Competes
- There could be other opportunities as well where people could raise the concern outside of the individual
Committee:
Senate Education
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee Mar 25th, 2026
Housing and Community Development
Transcript Highlights:
- I want to thank you for the opportunity to Good morning, Mr. Chair, members.
- I also would like to thank you for this opportunity to share this program with you and your time, and
- They have the opportunity to learn and grow, and our entire community thrives.
- I appreciate the opportunity to come before you. Thank you, Mr. Chair, committee members.
- I appreciate the opportunity to come before you to present Assembly Bill 2433, Affordable Homes Bonus
Committee:
House Housing and Community Development
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Standing Committee on Families and Children.(3-24-26)
Families & Children
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, I appreciate the opportunity to be here this morning.
- This is a perfect opportunity, uh, for me to thank and appreciate both of you.
- the opportunity to be here<00:19:29.080><c> this</c><00:19:29.280><c> morning.
- This is a perfect opportunity, uh, for me to thank and appreciate both of you.
- We have the opportunity to move people off of SNAP.
Committee:
Senate Families & Children
ID
Transcript Highlights:
- I think what's most important is the opportunity to vote.
- And I think that this is the best opportunity. And I'll be supportive of the motion as well.
- We have the opportunity to lead in advanced nuclear.
- I appreciate the opportunity to be here, Chairman Guthrie. I represent myself today.
- I appreciate the opportunity to be here, Chairman Guthrie, and members of the committee.
Committee:
Senate State Affairs
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety - 03/11/26
Judiciary and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- agenda order here a bit to make sure that any non-professionals who are present to testify have an opportunity
- Um, and the people sitting here and testifying with me today offer an opportunity for an education piece
- uh for an an uh offer an opportunity uh for an an education<00:02:00.000><c> piece.
- Thank you for the opportunity to share. I am a 53-year-old survivor of many things.
- I just appreciate the opportunity again to be in front of you today.
Committee:
Senate Judiciary and Public Safety
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- They need to have those one-stop shopping opportunities. We are more than happy to provide it.
- We have worked closely with the legislature in hopes of creating new construction opportunities in the
- Chair Berg, members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today.
- This job opportunity has allowed me to help my mother achieve her dream of purchasing her own property
- Members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today.
Committee:
House Finance
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Special Committee on Tourism Mar 4th, 2026
Special Committee on Tourism
Transcript Highlights:
- Yesterday, I had the opportunity to interview Gunner Ward, ...now, asking them to tell their stories.
- Thank you for giving me an opportunity to speak. My name is Romail Black.
- He also believed deeply in educational opportunities through his William L.
- A state mushroom would offer that same opportunity while helping to create... history and culture.
- A state mushroom would offer that same opportunity while helping to correct a longstanding oversight.
Committee:
House Special Committee on Tourism
Summary:
The Special Committee on Tourism met with 11 members present, established a quorum, and first went into executive session, where House Bill 2796 was voted do pass unanimously, 13-0. The committee then moved to public hearings.
House Bill 2307, sponsored by Rep. Hayden, would designate the Missouri Military Academy in Mexico as the official military academy of the state. The sponsor and supporters said the academy is active, nationally recognized, and important to tourism, recruitment, and the local economy. The academy president testified that it brings an estimated $20 million to $22 million in economic impact and employs 122 people, and other supporters, including alumni and staff, described its educational value and statewide visibility. Members asked about the closure of other military academies and whether the bill would bring tourism and help recruitment.
House Bill 3264, sponsored by Rep. Johnson, would make Kansas City the barbecue capital of Missouri. The sponsor highlighted Kansas City’s barbecue history, meatpacking roots, signature styles, and major restaurants and events. Members joked about Kansas City versus St. Louis barbecue and discussed possible promotion, but no opposition was offered. House Bill 3074, sponsored by Rep. Fountain Henderson, would designate April 30 as William Lacy Clay Sr. Day. The sponsor and NAACP testimony emphasized Clay’s civil rights leadership, long congressional service, and legacy of public service and education, with support also noting plans for community and school observances.
House Bill 1960, sponsored by Rep. Peters, would designate the smooth chanterelle as Missouri’s official state mushroom. The sponsor and a long list of witnesses from the Missouri Mycological Society, educators, and children testified that the mushroom is native, edible, easy to identify, ecologically important, and tied to Missouri’s hardwood forests and outdoor education. Members asked about safety, look-alikes, and whether it was hallucinogenic; witnesses said it is not psychoactive and is generally safe when properly identified. The chair closed by praising the testimony and indicating support for advancing the bill, and the committee adjourned after concluding the hearing on HB 1960.
AZ
Transcript Highlights:
- The board will still have the opportunity to review them. You guys know the audits.
- This is just giving them the opportunity to petition you. Why do you not like that? Ms.
- Thank you for the opportunity to clarify. Ms. McCormies: Thank you for the opportunity to clarify.
- It just gives the person an opportunity to redeem themselves. Can I, am I allowed to?
- All right, this is your opportunity to ask about the P&T process.
Committee:
House Health & Human Services
Keywords:
nursing board, regulatory actions, disciplinary actions, expungement, healthcare professionalism, controlled substances, prescription monitoring, opioid crisis, healthcare regulations, patient safety, prescription drugs, opioids, healthcare, pain management, utilization controls, AHCCCS, Department of Economic Security, social services, welfare programs, vocational rehabilitation
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Economic Development Feb 17th, 2026
Joint Committee on Rural Economic Development
Transcript Highlights:
- I appreciate the opportunity to present House Bill 1915.
- I appreciate the opportunity to present House Bill 1915.
- I appreciate the opportunity to present House Bill 1915.
- So I appreciate you're allowing me the opportunity to do that in front of you today.
- My view would be, let's make sure as many people as we can get an opportunity, even though it might be
Summary:
The committee first met in executive session and voted several bills do pass. House Bill 2409 was approved 14-0, House Bill 2654 was approved 15-0, and House Bill 2747 was approved after adoption of a House committee amendment and substitute, also by a 14-0 vote. The committee then moved into public hearing on House Bill 1915, which would regulate payment practices in private construction contracts. Representative David Castile, the sponsor, said the bill was intended to ensure timely payment to contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, limit abusive contract clauses, and require written notice before withholding payment. He emphasized that it was aimed at larger private projects and not owner-occupied residential work.
Testimony on HB 1915 was mixed. Supporters, including electrical, mechanical, and subcontractor associations, said delayed payment is common, especially for smaller firms, and argued the bill would improve cash flow and reduce the need for liens. Opponents, including general contractors and home builders, said the bill as filed was too restrictive, especially the seven-day downstream payment deadline and the limits on withholding and termination rights, and warned it could increase costs and burden small builders. Several witnesses said they were working with the sponsor on a committee substitute to more closely mirror Missouri’s public prompt pay law and to clarify the residential exemption.
The committee then heard House Bill 2151, which would raise income eligibility limits for the Fast Track Workforce Incentive Grant from $40,000 to $50,000 for single filers and from $80,000 to $100,000 for joint filers. Representative Travis Wilson said the change was meant to reflect inflation and expand access for adults changing careers, apprentices, and other eligible students. Supporters from community colleges, chambers of commerce, and workforce groups said the program is working well, is budgeted, and helps fill workforce needs; one witness cited strong completion and retention rates among recipients. No opposition was presented, and the hearing concluded with adjournment of the committee.
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
Senate - Conservation Feb 12th, 2026 at 09:03 am
Senate Conservation
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of SB 22. My name is Bo Whiteman.
- I'm the director of state affairs Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of SB 22.
- SB 22 corrects this and creates opportunity for new investment and consumer choice in New Mexico.
- So, Rivian one. ...and regulated commerce represents a growth opportunity for New Mexico.
- That's what local dealership opportunity looks like.
Committee:
Senate Senate Conservation
NM
New Mexico 2026 Regular Session
House - Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Feb 5th, 2026 at 08:31 am
House Energy, Environment & Natural Resources
Transcript Highlights:
- Thank you again for the opportunity to speak. My name is Ali Rye.
- There is also an opportunity, if you're in a limited resources area, to receive potentially 90 percent
- This is to expand recreational opportunity and recreational access in addition to sort of deal with..
- So in our last energy efficiency filing, our plan, we offered opportunities to create these programs.
- So that's where we see opportunities for lowering the bills for customers. Thank you so much, Mr.
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- Good afternoon, members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify.
- I'd like to thank you for this opportunity to speak to all of you.
- When I do so, there are opportunities to submit written testimony.
- And thank you for your leadership and for the opportunity to testify.
- I appreciate the opportunity to address the committee this afternoon.
Committee:
House Transportation
Keywords:
luxury aircraft tax, tax reduction, economic impact, business aviation, state revenue, HB2410, commercial truck safety, commercial vehicle safety, trucking industry, truck driver training, driver education, highway safety, traffic safety commission, Washington State, commercial motor vehicles, vehicle registration fee, IRP fee, state patrol highway account, safety enforcement fee, public-private partnership
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Human Services Jan 28th, 2026 at 05:45 pm
Human Services
Transcript Highlights:
- I had the opportunity to tour this facility a few months ago.
- Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of Senate Bill 6286.
- I appreciate the opportunity to speak today and express DHS's full support for Senate Bill 625.
- I appreciate the opportunity to speak today and express DHS's full support for Senate Bill 625.
- I want to thank you all for the opportunity to testify in support of Senate Bill 6249.
Committee:
Senate Human Services
ID
Idaho 2026 Regular Session
Agenda Jan 27th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- States are afforded the opportunity to use a portion of those funds for administration.
- Or is there an opportunity for a...
- Or is there an opportunity for a... ...expect as part of these investments, or is there an opportunity
- They did not give you the opportunity to recognize your staff who are here.
- This is specific to a new grant opportunity that we need authority for to really bolster our funding
Summary:
The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee heard budget presentations from Legislative Services analyst Morgan Poloni and Department of Health and Welfare Director Juliet Sharon on the Division of Early Learning and Development, the Division of Public Health Services, and Family and Community Partnerships. Major topics included the Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP), the Idaho Home Visiting Program, the Idaho Immunization Assessment Fund, HIV and hepatitis prevention, ARPA-funded public health projects, kinship navigation services, and proposed agency reorganizations and transfer authority changes. Poloni explained that several divisions were recently reorganized, making year-to-year comparisons difficult, and outlined the governor’s and agency’s FY 2027 requests, including additional federal and dedicated funds for child care capacity, public health programs, and prevention services.
WA
Transcript Highlights:
- And the reason why we did this work session right now is because our members have the opportunity to
- I've had the opportunity to work on clean buildings since the law came into fruition in 2019.
- I'm excited to be here today to report on our progress, our challenges, and our opportunities ahead.
- And some of these could be extreme cost-cutting measures as well as opportunities.
- Now, decarbonizing this fundamental infrastructure is a timely opportunity for renewal.
Committee:
House Capital Budget