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• They need this information early on.
• We have to vet that information.
• The service network, because I'm sure, Mr.
• So, again, the idea is to give you real-time information. We're pulling that information.
• Mason's contact information.

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• and are struggling to find accessible in-network care.
• Their dentist has left Delta's provider network, or they are forced to go out of network.
• Why can't I find a dentist in network?
• The PPO network through Delta Dental is strong and accessible.
• However, overall, their provider network remains strong.

Summary: The Joint Legislative Audit Committee met to hear new audit requests and receive a status update from the State Auditor. The auditor reported 10 JALAC audits in progress, noted that all 2025-approved audits are underway, said the first 2026 audit is focused on DMV license revocations, and described several statutory and high-risk audits already in progress. The committee also approved a consent calendar of four audit requests: UC library resources, law enforcement information sharing, EDD unemployment insurance claims, and Housing and Community Development housing development monitoring. The committee then considered Assembly Member DeMaio’s audit request on SANDAG road project management. DeMaio argued the audit was needed to examine whether transportation funds, including voter-approved and restricted revenues, were used for allowable purposes and whether past management failures warranted outside review. SANDAG’s CEO and CFO said the agency already undergoes extensive oversight and audits, that funds are tracked by multiple “colors of money,” and that internal controls have improved. Several members questioned whether the issues were already addressed in public records or existing audits, and the request failed on a roll call vote. Next, Senator Valadares presented an audit of the Board of State and Community Corrections’ Proposition 47 grant administration, arguing that more transparency is needed on outcomes, recidivism data, and oversight of grantees. The BSCC said it already has oversight mechanisms, that the State Controller conducts biennial audits, and that program data shows positive outcomes. The committee approved the audit unanimously. Senator Cortese then presented an audit of CalHR’s dental benefits procurement and Delta Dental contract, citing long-standing benefit caps, provider network concerns, and retiree out-of-pocket costs. CalHR said its network remains strong, that it recently completed an RFP adding MetLife as a second carrier starting in 2027, and that contracts include performance guarantees. Members from both parties expressed concern about access and competition, and the audit was approved unanimously. The committee then completed add-on votes on the consent calendar and adjourned.

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• and NDUS networks.
• This is where we want to build. ...of NDIT's networks and NDUS networks.
• We're not going to have six network engineers under... They don't need network engineers.
• We're not going to have six network engineers under, they don't need network engineers.
• We just wanted to plug it into our network.

Summary: The task force reviewed survey results from state agencies on potential statutory revisions, with Levi reporting 70 proposals from 20 agencies and noting that about 33 might become agency pre-file bills. Members discussed the need to share the survey more broadly within higher education and to better coordinate issues involving IT and other cross-agency functions. The task force then heard from the Office of Management and Budget on three topics: concessions, architect/engineering pre-qualification, and legal notices. OMB said the concessions law is outdated and inconsistent with current practice, and suggested a collaborative rewrite to allow best-value evaluation, raise the threshold, and standardize solicitation templates. On architect/engineering pre-qualification, OMB proposed expanding authority beyond current state-agency limits and creating uniform templates. On legal notices, OMB proposed modernizing publication requirements, exploring online and abbreviated notices, and working with newspapers and other stakeholders on technology and accessibility improvements. Members asked about where concession revenues go, whether political subdivisions must follow the same rules, and how to move from discussion to action. The task force agreed to have OMB work with Legislative Council and affected stakeholders to develop bill drafts, and the motion passed unanimously. The University of North Dakota then presented a series of proposed revisions focused on public buildings and procurement. UND asked to rework the definition of construction so routine maintenance and one-for-one replacements over $250,000 would not automatically trigger public-improvement requirements, suggested raising the threshold to $500,000, and asked for more flexibility based on project complexity and risk. UND also proposed changes to public bid advertisements to reflect electronic bidding, revisions to construction manager-at-risk selection criteria, changes to architect/engineer procurement rules, an increase in the direct-hire design threshold, and a higher legislative-consent threshold for privately funded projects. The task force supported having UND work with counsel and OMB to develop bill drafts, and that motion also passed. The Department of Public Instruction concluded with proposed cleanup to credentialing and education statutes. DPI recommended reviewing its credential categories for relevance, possibly transferring credentialing authority to the Education Standards and Practices Board, removing outdated school safety patrol language, clarifying waiver provisions, and updating dyslexia screening reporting requirements so the statute reflects current practice. Members focused mainly on whether the dyslexia reporting requirement should remain, and DPI said the screening itself would continue even if reporting language were revised. No votes were taken on DPI’s suggestions, and the task force recessed after the presentation.

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• They have to use nationally standard information. We do try to make it easier right now.
• If you want to give information on something like this, it is nearly impossible so that nobody gives
• So we have streamlined it, but I think we've kept the most important quality information in there.
• Uh, we didn't have information back in 2009, or the doctors did not have information back in 2009 and
• Oppose potentially or at least inform those types of determinations.

Bills: HB139

Keywords: ad valorem tax, tax rates, voter-approval, taxing unit, property tax, local government

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• Yeah, the same problem information-wise. Exchanging information from one entity to another.
• Chairman, we need some information.
• Some information that we can make that analysis.
• We think about VHA as the largest integrated health network.
• Veterans' decisions should be informed so that the veteran's medical interest is put first, and an informed

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• The Sun Trail Network must be a part of the priority network within Florida's greenways and trails system
• Existing trails within the Sun Trail Network.
• Those I mean, very informative.
• to help increase the overall mobility network.
• So thank you for the information.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• information.
• This is some great information available for our state.
• information to them, you know, on a case-by-case basis.
• I know it's a lot of information.
• And so this is just a little bit of information about it.

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• , or disrupt their network.
• our networks.
• our networks.
• our networks.
• Several American telecommunications networks to gain access to detailed information on former Vice President

Keywords: U.S. House of Representatives Floor Proceedings on Monday, April 28, 2025, 1012, house, all

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• , they reviewed historical information, they reviewed historical information, and<00:31:56.680>
• . information. information.
• :55.080> system operating in its network with a system operating in its network with a system
• <02:07:04.200> um network um network um at<02:07:05.800> all<02:07:06.040> times
• Um networks.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• They want access to clear information.
• That it's easier for people applying this information.
• The strengthening the network, the many voices together, that we're sharing information, that we're hearing
• And in our goals to communicate, we will share information.
• We will share the public hearing information as you share it with us, with our networks as well.

Keywords: 995, all

Summary: The Massachusetts Permanent Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities held its quarterly virtual meeting and approved the September minutes. Chair Denise Garlick opened with updates on the commission’s first “Meeting the Moment” community forum in Needham, reporting strong attendance, a large resource fair, and mostly positive survey feedback. Commissioners said the event was valuable for connecting advocates, providers, and people with disabilities, while also noting lessons learned about accessibility, timing, and the need for more networking time and advance materials. The chair said the commission is planning future forums in other regions, including possible sites in Lowell, Northampton, and the South Shore. A major item was the new advisory council. Oz Osmondahar and Eman described the outreach and screening process, which drew roughly 60 nominations and emphasized lived experience, sector expertise, geographic diversity, and connections to broader networks. The council will serve as strategic advisors and thought partners, meet twice a year, and hold its first in-person orientation on January 30 at the State House Members Lounge. Commissioners were encouraged to stay engaged with the council and use it to strengthen commission and subcommittee work. Subcommittee reports covered employment, workforce supports, and long-term services and supports/health equity. The Disability Employment Subcommittee reported collaboration with SEED, a presentation at the Employment Matters Conference, a discussion with a disability employee resource group, and upcoming work with CED and veterans advocates. The Workforce Supports Subcommittee heard from the MassHealth Policy Commission’s Behavioral Health Workforce Center about workforce data gaps and an upcoming needs assessment, and plans to host ADDP on 2025 workforce metrics. The long-term services and supports committee discussed the Housing Navigator program, barriers to accessible housing, and concerns about how federal cuts could affect disability services and health equity. The commission also heard from DDS Deputy General Counsel Erin Brown and Associate Commissioner Chris Klaskin on a new law expanding access to records from former state institutions, including new notification and privacy procedures and a forthcoming regulatory process with public input. Commissioners welcomed the law as a step toward transparency and dignity. Amen gave an executive director update on the annual report, recent collaboration with the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, the Office of the Veteran Advocate, a national state-employer practice group, and the IDD/Autism Alliance working group. The meeting also included a moment of reflection for disability activist Alice Wong, a commissioner announcement about Work Without Limits’ virtual career fair, and adjournment after a motion and second were approved unanimously.

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• AND CONSUMER CLAIM INFORMATION, RISK ASSESSMENT, SUMMARY REPORTS, CORPORATE GOVERNMENT, AND INFORMATION
• HARM OR OTHER ADVERSE IMPACTS AS WELL AS INFORMATION OF A CONFIDENTIAL NATURE.
• THIS NARROWS THE PUBLIC RECORDS EXEMPTION TO APPLY ONLY TO CONSUMER INFORMATION CERTAIN PERSONNEL INFORMATION
• THANK YOU FOR THE INFORMATION. WE HAVE PAM OLSON. OKAY. WAIVING IN SUPPORT. OKAY.
• MAY BE THERE ARE CERTAIN BARRIERS AND HOW THEY GET THIS INFORMATION.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• As a result, these reductions can often fall... ...or silent network arrangements.
• Second, in talking to the sponsors, it became clear to us... ...network contracts.
• Third, providers are not prisoners in network contracts.
• To be clear, they agreed to network contracts... Providers are not prisoners in network contracts.
• So we represent basically the networks in California, among other peers.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee heard and advanced several bills covering workers’ compensation, public pensions, workplace training, public works wages, and disability/paid family leave benefits. AB 1048 would require greater transparency when medical provider payments in workers’ compensation are reduced through network or administrator arrangements; supporters said providers need the underlying contract to verify reductions, while opponents argued the problem is overstated and existing dispute remedies are available. AB 1601 would give Sonoma County flexibility to provide targeted cost-of-living adjustments to retirees; supporters emphasized retirees have gone without a COLA since 2008 and that the retirement system is well funded, with no opposition testimony heard. AB 1439 would request a UC Berkeley study on labor standards in real estate and infrastructure projects funded through CalPERS and CalSTRS portfolios; labor groups supported it, while local governments, housing, and industry groups opposed it as unnecessary and potentially burdensome. AB 1697 would delay implementation of last year’s AB 692 on stay-or-pay and related employment contract provisions to 2027, with some support from the NFL and a support-if-amended request from the financial services industry for a 2028 date. AB 1803 would add anti-hate speech content to existing workplace harassment training; supporters framed it as a response to rising antisemitism and workplace hate, while opponents raised First Amendment concerns and argued current law already addresses harassment. AB 2120 would extend Los Angeles Unified’s selective certification hiring authority and allow retention of such employees in layoffs, and AB 2292 would bar providers from charging administrative fees for completing disability insurance and paid family leave certification forms; both drew support and no opposition testimony in the hearing. AB 1198, the Fair Pay for Construction Workers Act, would tie prevailing wage to the time work is performed rather than bid advertisement, with supporters calling it a fairness fix and opponents warning of uncertainty and higher costs on public projects. The committee later reconvened and voted all of the heard bills out, with most passing on unanimous or near-unanimous votes; AB 1439 was the only measure with recorded dissent, passing 4-1 on the final committee vote. Several items were also placed on call before final passage.

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• PROBLEM IN THE STATE'S MANAGED CARE SYSTEM LIMITING ACCESS TO PROVIDERS DUE TO OVERLY RESTRICTIVE NETWORKS
• BILL ENSURES THAT 50 PERCENT OF THE PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS BUT IS PRETTY AND THE PLANNED PROVIDER NETWORK
• OKAY ONE QUESTION YOU ARE RECOGNIZED FOR. >> HOW WILL THE INFORMATION BE COMMUNICATED TO THE PATIENTS
• I AM ELIZABETH MCELHINNEY AND I'M HEALTH INFORMATION PROFESSIONAL WITH 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE.
• OR WHETHER IT'S OUT OF NETWORK. >> Chair: I DO HAVE AN AMENDMENT.

Keywords: 999, senate, all

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• I don't know if we have that information available.
• But we have used that information to inform, for example, recently we have recently selected Okay, we
• It is used to really have informed...
• as we have, you know, informational hearing.
• So the TNC industry has launched a public information campaign to inform drivers about how insurance

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• And another preliminary information from the DOE's Energy Information Agency shows that Minnesota's residential
• And another preliminary information from the DOE's Energy Information Agency shows that Minnesota's residential
• :36:03.359> to think that's important information to think that's important information to see
• <00:53:15.520> So that uh network of gas utilities. So that uh network of gas utilities.
• And as part of the information Power.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• And when I say current network, I mean current road network for car driving.
• We did focus more on what is needed to maintain the current network to preserve the road network that
• Our 311 system needs to know this information.
• So we found that we were using the WSDOT information and even the county information, it wasn't specific
• This is just purely informational.

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• And so we'll have more information TTAA.
• ,<01:15:15.480> including across the diverse network, including across the diverse network
• <01:16:24.160> I And that concludes the information I And that concludes the information I
• <01:17:45.320> throughout across the the rail network throughout across the the rail network
• <01:18:26.560> Our the rail network in Minnesota. Our the rail network in Minnesota.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• They'll have trauma peer support tailored to first responder departments, trauma-informed clinician networks
• I'm just saying by us not having more information, I think it just speaks to the more informed we are
• You're simply informing us.
• Next Gen networks are currently providing 450-plus 911 centers with critical location information, not
• information is used or who sees it.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The committee held an informational hearing on the Governor’s May Revision proposals for labor, public safety/judiciary, and transportation, and no votes were taken. In Part A on labor, the Employment Development Department reviewed proposals for EDD Next document management system funding, updated UI loan interest costs, disability insurance and paid family leave benefit and administration adjustments, WIOA funding changes, UI administrative and benefit changes, school employee benefit adjustments, an EMT training reappropriation, and a technical correction tied to EDD Next. PERB discussed funding tied to AB 28 and AB 1, including litigation-related workload and new jurisdiction over legislative employees. DIR presented proposals for legal unit reclassifications, two major IT modernization projects, a new Cal/OSHA emerging technologies unit, a COIA reappropriation, and trailer bill language on electronic assessment payments and the DWC director salary cap. CalHR proposed additional funding for a consolidated employee assistance program contract, and CalPERS and CalSTRS presented budget adjustments tied to investment costs and state contribution changes. Members focused heavily on UI debt and interest payments, asking the administration for a plan to reduce the outstanding loan and relieve employers. Finance said no specific repayment plan was included in the May Revision, while LAO said the state’s UI tax structure is structurally insufficient and that any debt payoff should be paired with tax-system reform. Senators also questioned EDD Next costs and timelines, PERB’s caseload and staffing needs, and DIR’s emerging technologies unit, with LAO noting that the unit would appear focused on physical workplace safety rather than broader AI labor issues. CalHR said the new EAP contract would consolidate services, improve access to clinicians, and lower costs relative to the current model. CalPERS defended higher external management fees as part of a strategy to pursue higher net returns, while some members pressed for more transparency about private investments; CalSTRS said it was not prepared to address investment-strategy questions at this hearing. Public comment in Part A was dominated by advocates urging support for an immigration enforcement emergency relief fund, along with comments supporting the Jails to Jobs proposal, the Apprenticeship Innovation Fund, and additional PERB funding. The chair noted that many of the immigration-related requests might fall under other committees and said staff would follow up. In Part B, Finance and LAO outlined judicial branch and DOJ May Revision items, including funding for court interpreter services, appellate court security, lactation room implementation delays, courthouse construction reappropriations, and DOJ budget increases. LAO recommended approving the language-access proposal with a report on reducing interpreter cost growth and reducing the General Fund backfill for state court facilities by $10 million on an ongoing basis.

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• Currently, the networks only see the total dollar amount of the transactions.
• We would rely on the networks for that.
• About 85% of the debit and credit network market. They're dominant. Thank you.
• That data does not go through the payment networks.
• The network administrator is responsible for developing a network of financial services partners with

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• uh that boasts sophisticated networks uh that boasts above<00:07:55.720> minimum<00:07:56.159
• management as well as hardware network management as well as hardware and<00:08:00.000> software<
• Nevertheless, we do, as a matter of course, deal with a lot of sensitive information about our citizens
• Nevertheless, we do, as a matter of course, deal with a lot of sensitive information about our citizens
• and all of the credit card information and all of the like<00:14:01.519> uh<00:14:01.639>

Keywords: 1183, house