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• and a master's in education and and a master's in education and administrative<00:13:29.280> credential
• credential, says, "Our youngest<00:13:31.720> learners<00:13:32.200> must<00:13:32.520
• 52.280> who<00:13:52.440> knows<00:13:52.880> how<00:13:53.120> to a credentialed
• teacher who knows how to a credentialed teacher who knows how to adjust<00:13:53.720> their<00
• <00:13:57.640> Tech These foundations of learning are created in a classroom with a credentialed

Bills: HF3776, HF3557, HF3585

Keywords: screen time, preschool, kindergarten, early childhood education, digital media, tablets, smartphones, educational technology, EdTech, classroom devices, publicly funded preschool, school policy, child development, special education, IEP, 504 plan, IFSP, Minnesota education law, climate literacy, education

Summary: The committee first approved the previous day’s minutes, then took up House File 3776, as amended by the A2 amendment, which clarified how the bill would apply to students with IEPs and 504 plans. The bill’s author argued that Minnesota should address screen time for preschool and kindergarten students, saying current law is too broad, that young children are especially vulnerable to developmental and attention harms from screens, and that parents and teachers should have more control over device use. The bill was laid over after discussion. Testimony on HF 3776 was split. Amanda Faye of Minnetonka Public Schools opposed the bill as drafted, saying it would conflict with existing academic standards, READ Act screening requirements, accessibility tools, and local control, and would force districts back to paper-based screening. Katherine Myers of Live More Screen Less supported the bill, citing concerns about early childhood screen exposure and arguing that screen-free time supports child development. Members raised concerns about local control, parental rights, and how to protect students who need devices for accommodations; the author and nonpartisan staff noted that schools can already adopt cell phone policies, but exceptions may be needed for certain students and uses. After laying over HF 3776, the committee began House File 3557. Representative Craft introduced the bill as a voluntary program to promote practical science education and workforce development tied to climate literacy, including a proposed Minnesota Seal of Climate Literacy for high school students. The bill was only introduced before the transcript ended, with no vote or final action recorded on HF 3557.

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• So they aren't earning academic credit, but often students are entering the workforce with a credential
• from the high school program into this particular workforce program. entering the workforce with a credential
• entering the workforce with a credential or<00:47:47.040> a<00:47:47.280> license<00:47
• ><00:51:08.880> can<00:51:09.040> get<00:51:09.200> those<00:51:09.599> credentials
• skills so they can get those credentials skills so they can get those credentials very<00:51:10.559

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• This was very contentious about licensing, credentialing, and all that.
• It's going to be really hard to get consensus about how you credential and how you pay, and whether they
• This was very contentious about licensing, credentialing, and all that.
• It's going to be really hard to get consensus about how you credential and how you pay, and whether they
• and how do you pay and do you credential and how do you pay and can<01:31:59.920> they<01:32:

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• Representative Nadeau: So you also generate revenue from credentialing and things like that.
• So you also generate revenue from credentialing and things like that.
• In licensing, we assure an ethical and competent nursing workforce through comprehensive credential reviews
• nursing Workforce through and competent nursing Workforce through comprehensive<00:36:39.400> credential
• credential reviews and provision<00:36:41.480> of<00:36:41.599> a<00:36:41.760> legally

Keywords: 1183, house

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• So, sort of like LinkedIn, if you have a profile in NEOGOV, we can, and we know what your credentials
• are,<00:11:02.720> what<00:11:02.960> you've<00:11:03.320> applied credentials
• are, what you've applied credentials are, what you've applied for,<00:11:04.000> if<00:11:04.120
• So, uh, oftentimes we recruit them either or depending upon their credentials.
• After they get their credentials or degrees or whatever they need.

Keywords: 912, senate, all

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• We are also on track to produce 160 industry-recognized credentials and to employ 120 individuals. the
• 160 are also on track to produce 160 industry<00:06:44.240> recognized<00:06:44.919> credentials
• <00:06:45.840> and<00:06:46.000> to industry recognized credentials and to industry
• recognized credentials and to employ<00:06:46.680> 120<00:06:47.840> individuals<00:06
• love the career pathways and the fact that you've had such success with multiple career pathways credentials

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• set a goal for 2040 for 75% of Minnesotans between the ages of 24 and 55 to hold a post-secondary credential
• set a goal for 2040 for 75% of Minnesotans between the ages of 24 and 55 to hold a post-secondary credential
• 33.200> hold<00:13:33.520> a<00:13:33.600> post-secondary<00:13:34.480> credential
• 55 to hold a post-secondary credential. 55 to hold a post-secondary credential.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• This might mean doing more micro-credentials and therefore focusing jobs more, or more stackable credentials
• And one of the things that we have done is we have added a credential that can be achieved in less than
• job at a plant in the United States and then grow their skills from there, perhaps stack their credentials
• So with that... ...there, perhaps stack their credentials into that associate's program.

Keywords: 908, all

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• We need to maintain credentialing and all of the things that factor into this.
• We need to maintain credentialing and all of the things that factor into this.
• We need to maintain credentialing and all of the things that factor into this.
• We need to maintain credentialing and all of the things that factor into this.
• We need to maintain credentialing and all of the things that factor into this.

Keywords: 00:00:00 - Call to Order/Roll Call 00:01:25 - Discussion of 26RS HB 689 00:15:15 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 689 00:17:02 - Discussion of 26RS HB 407 00:45:40 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 407 00:49:25 - Discussion of 26RS HB 713 00:55:50 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 713 00:56:54 - Discussion of 26RS HB 676 01:06:42 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 676 01:08:43 - Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 689, which would authorize Kentucky to seek federal approval for a Medicaid state-directed payment program for physician and non-physician professional services delivered through qualifying hospital-affiliated groups, beginning in 2026. Rep. Amy Neighbors and witnesses from Owensboro Health and St. Elizabeth Healthcare said the bill would bring in about $29 million in new federal Medicaid dollars without using general fund money, help retain physicians, support rural and underserved access, and tie payments to quality metrics. Witnesses described staffing shortages, rising costs, and the need to sustain services such as OB care, primary care, and preventive outpatient services. After questions about how the funding would work and whether private practices were included, the committee voted on the bill and passed it with favorable expression. The committee then moved to House Bill 407, as substituted, which would streamline Kentucky’s certificate-of-need process. Rep. Marianne Proctor and supporters from the Pacific Legal Foundation and the Institute for Justice said the bill would not repeal CON but would modernize a system they described as outdated and overly restrictive, citing national trends toward reform and arguing that Kentucky’s process has changed little since the 1970s. They said the substitute added language requiring the cabinet to contact a dominant provider when needed for data to make CON determinations. Mark Gilfoil, speaking in opposition for St. Elizabeth Healthcare, argued that CON is not a barrier to care in Northern Kentucky and said the bill would weaken the process by limiting who can request hearings, present evidence, and appeal decisions, effectively giving applicants control and making approvals nearly automatic. He said St. Elizabeth serves as a safety-net hospital for low-income and publicly insured patients and warned the bill could harm that role. Members questioned both sides about the appeal process, the definition of safety-net hospitals, and whether the bill could increase facilities and create waste or abuse. The discussion was still ongoing when the transcript ended.

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• or write at the most basic level, and more than 62 million people lack basic math skills and the credentials
• whereas more than 12% of New Mexico adults have not attained a high school diploma or equivalency credential
• state by providing basic skills instruction, English language and civics instruction, high school credential
• education and literacy programs supported more than 1,200 students in attaining high school equivalency credentials
• participated in integrated education and training programs, and nearly 500 learners earned workforce credentials

Keywords: 996, all

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• I'm a registered nurse in Kentucky and a credentialed sexual assault nurse examiner. >> Jenna Cassidy
• <00:29:53.120> Kentucky<00:29:53.440> and<00:29:53.600> a<00:29:53.840> credential
• <00:29:54.320> sexual in Kentucky and a credential sexual in Kentucky and a credential sexual
• I have been a credentialed sexual assault nurse examiner for 21, but was taking care of survivors even

Keywords: 00:00:20 - Call to Order/Roll Call 00:02:00 - Update on Rural Health Transformation Program 00:29:20 - Discussion of 26RS HB 134 00:36:35 - Roll Call Vote on 26RS HB 134 00:37:41 - Consideration of Referred Administrative Regulations 01:09:44 - Adjournment, 958, all

Summary: The Health Services Committee met to receive an update from Cabinet for Health and Family Services Secretary Steven Stack on Kentucky’s Rural Health Transformation Grant. He explained that all 50 states applied and were awarded funding, and Kentucky received about $212.9 million over five years, with the first year treated as a nine-month period. He emphasized that the award is a cooperative agreement with CMS, is not Medicaid funding, cannot be used to supplant existing funds, and is limited to the five areas approved in Kentucky’s application. He also said the state must submit a revised budget before major spending begins, and that CMS could claw back money if performance metrics are not met. Secretary Stack outlined the five focus areas: maternal health, mental health, oral health, emergency medical services, and chronic disease prevention/management, especially obesity and diabetes. He described possible approaches such as expanding behavioral health crisis stabilization models like EMPath, using teledentistry and mobile services, strengthening EMS staffing and treat-in-place options, and building healthier nutrition and activity supports. He said the application was developed quickly with broad stakeholder input and that the state plans to work with universities, nonprofits, and other partners through procurement and other formal processes. He also noted the program will be overseen by the public health department, with Commissioner John Langfeld leading the effort. Committee members asked about the grant timeline, the split between formula and competitive funding, the role of certificate of need, and whether new laws or regulations would be needed. Stack said the state believes it can implement the approved projects under current law, though some broader policy issues such as certificate of need were not included because they would be risky to change within the grant timeline. Members also asked how stakeholders can submit ideas; Stack pointed them to the public website and contact email, saying additional partner information will be posted soon. The committee did not take any formal vote or action during this discussion.

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• We also offered them the opportunity to earn an industry-recognized credential so that they could then
• We also offered them the opportunity to earn an industry-recognized credential so that they could then
• offered them the opportunity to earn an industry<00:03:22.159> recognized<00:03:22.959> credential
• <00:03:23.959> so<00:03:24.200> that industry recognized credential so that industry
• recognized credential so that they<00:03:24.680> could<00:03:25.000> then<00:03:25.360

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The committee heard a series of Governor’s messages for confirmation to several boards and councils, with the chair noting the meeting would continue on Monday and that testimony would be limited due to the large volume of submissions. For Governor’s Message 660, Kelly Oka was nominated to the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation. Oka described her work in workforce development and technology, emphasizing equitable access to tech jobs for local residents, keeping young talent in Hawaii, and using HTDC to attract major technology firms and support cybersecurity and startup growth. Testimony from multiple individuals and organizations was strongly supportive, and members asked about HTDC’s challenges, federal funding, and how to attract more tech investment; no vote was taken in the excerpt. The committee then considered Governor’s Message 529, nominating Fono Cafi Mei to the Hoisting Machine Operators Advisory Board. Mei said he had 20 years of crane-operating experience, including work on rail projects, and union representatives and labor organizations testified in support. Next, Governor’s Message 502 nominated Ken Louie to the Workforce Development Council. Louie highlighted his four years on the council, including two as chair, his family business, and his goal of expanding opportunities for younger and adult workers. DBEDT, council members, and labor representatives supported him, and members questioned him about the council’s priorities, staffing, federal funding uncertainty, apprenticeships, and military-to-private-sector transition programs. The committee also took up Governor’s Messages 581 and 690 together, both relating to Jared Gashi’s nomination to the Workforce Development Council for different terms. Gashi, from the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association, said he would bring the tourism industry’s perspective to workforce development, citing workforce shortages, internships, scholarships, and the need for a broader tourism voice on the council. Support testimony came from state officials and community members, who praised his reliability and leadership; a member asked how he would broaden the council beyond tourism, and Gashi said HLTA represents a wide range of tourism-related sectors and partners. The committee then heard Governor’s Message 571 for Eric Noi to the Deferred Compensation Plan Board, with Noi citing his fiscal and budgeting background; DHS, the board chair, and others supported him. Finally, Governor’s Message 667 nominated Ty Noara to the same board, and Keith Regan testified in strong support, citing her public service, intelligence, and ability to handle difficult situations. The excerpt ends as the committee begins Governor’s Message 560, nominating David Louie to the Employees’ Retirement System Board, with Louie, the ERS executive director, the finance director, and former Governor Abercrombie offering strong support.

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• Representative Bratcher then asked a follow-up question about whether a second certification or credential
• The response was that students may have two different credentials in two different fields, such as welding
• they'll go ahead different fields and they'll go ahead and<00:44:43.079> get<00:44:43.240> credentialed
• <00:44:43.800> in<00:44:43.920> two<00:44:44.119> different and get credentialed
• in two different and get credentialed in two different areas<00:44:45.280> I<00:44:45.359>

Keywords: 958, all

Summary: The committee first took up House Bill 669, sponsored by Representative Smith, which was presented as a response to a September shooting incident in his district that led to school closures and missed instructional days. Smith said the bill was intended to help school districts recover lost days caused by extraordinary emergencies and not to set a broad precedent. Members asked whether districts had adjusted calendars to make up time, and Smith said many had already extended days or moved calendars into June. The committee then voted to pass House Bill 669, with all members present voting yes. The committee next heard House Bill 621, as amended by a committee substitute that removed a homeschooling-related section and left only the school-threat provisions. The bill would allow courts to impose a fine on parents when a child is adjudicated for terroristic threatening if law enforcement incurred excessive costs, and it would require a mental health assessment for the child. Representative Duvall and Officer Steve Chappelle supported the measure, arguing that online school threats spread fear, disrupt attendance, pull law-enforcement resources from other schools, and should create more parental accountability. Representative Riley also supported the accountability goal, citing lost instructional time and a recent student suicide tied to online issues. Several members raised concerns about the bill’s scope and due process. Representative Josh Callaway questioned why this offense should be the starting point for parental fines and warned about a slippery slope in holding parents liable for children’s crimes. Representative Willner said the bill seemed more like a judiciary issue, questioned whether punishment can make parents better parents, and asked about diversion programs and the meaning of the detention language. Representative Tipton pointed to existing statutes on mental health assessments and terroristic threatening penalties, and said the committee substitute would alleviate many concerns. Scott West, speaking for Kentucky Policy and the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, argued that the mandatory detention language would remove judicial discretion and that the parental fine provision could conflict with existing due process protections requiring notice, a hearing, and a finding that lack of supervision was a substantial factor in the child’s delinquency. The transcript does not show a final vote on House Bill 621 in the portion provided.

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• There are foster family homes that can be credentialed to provide support. support for IDD and autism
• So I'll give you some numbers that are slightly updated as I mentioned we started issuing those credentials
• have registered and have applied or are in the process of registering us of applying to become credentialed
• Credential and what that means is they still have one or two things that they need like perhaps they
• means they're just waiting. meeting to complete that one task, and we have two that are fully credentialed

Keywords: 1184, house, all

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• Because you're going to need to have multiple officers with that credential in every agency that is conducting
• And then from 2029 and beyond, there would have to be an officer with the DRE credential in order to
• probably going to fold and then from 2029 and beyond there would have to be an officer with the dRE credential
• routine part of the training that all officers who are going to do road work are going to have this credential

Keywords: 977, all

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• Chair recommends to achieve the intent of the bill to leverage existing academic programs and credentials
• 31.040> and leverage existing academic programs and leverage existing academic programs and credentials
• 32.480> uh<01:13:32.880> and<01:13:33.120> the<01:13:33.280> community credentials
• at uh and the community credentials at uh and the community college<01:13:34.960> rather<01:13

Keywords: 910, house, all

Summary: The joint hearing covered several bills focused on economic development, tourism, business climate, and related policy areas. On HB 1943, which would support a DBEDT office in Korea, DBEDT and the Retail Merchants of Hawaii testified in support, emphasizing Korea’s importance as a market for investment, trade, and tourism and the value of helping small and midsize Hawaii businesses access Asian markets. A later witness also tied the proposal to broader free-trade and APEC-related goals. The committees heard no opposition on that measure. The committees then heard HB 1612 and HB 1614, both supported by multiple organizations and agencies. Testimony for HB 1612 stressed Hawaii’s weak business climate and the need for policies that improve economic growth and competitiveness; the Hulamua Collaborative cited survey results showing only 19% of respondents viewed Hawaii as a good place to do business. HB 1614 also drew support, with HTC saying its focus is on economic growth. For HB 1968 and HB 1967, the Office of Planning and Sustainable Development, the University of Hawaii, the Chamber of Commerce, and Hulamua Collaborative largely stood on written testimony in support; the hearing notes reported nine supporters and one opponent on HB 1968, and seven supporters with one comment on HB 1967. A substantial portion of the hearing focused on HB 1589, a bill to create dementia training and recognition for businesses. Testifiers included a private citizen sharing a personal family story, the Alzheimer’s Association, and DBEDT. Supporters said the measure would help families affected by dementia, reduce stigma, and make businesses more dementia-friendly. DBEDT said the issue would be better handled by an agency with dementia expertise, while the Alzheimer’s Association said it could provide training at no cost and suggested amendments to shift implementation toward the Executive Office on Aging and to use the term “dementia business champion.” The final major topic was HB 1608, involving a space-related project and financing. Phoenix Space testified that the bill would help launch responsive space access operations at Hilo International Airport, create local jobs, and support partnerships with Hawaii institutions, while another supporter said the project could diversify the economy. A committee member raised a timing concern, noting bond cap capacity was already allocated through 2028, and the witness said they were willing to work on a solution. The hearing also included HB 1850 on capital gains taxation, where supporters argued the bill would make the tax system fairer by increasing taxes on investment income, while the Chamber of Commerce opposed it. No votes or final committee actions were taken during the hearing.

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• So, just to let everyone know, you do have to have those credentials, but it's just not currently in
• everyone know, you do have to have<01:03:44.480> uh<01:03:44.560> those<01:03:45.000> credentials
• <01:03:45.560> but<01:03:45.720> it's<01:03:45.840> just have uh those credentials
• , but it's just have uh those credentials, but it's just not<01:03:46.640> It's<01:03:46.840><

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, which is our credentialing authority, has
• <00:26:29.360> is<00:26:29.480> our<00:26:30.080> uh<00:26:30.240> credentialing
• agencies which is our uh credentialing agencies which is our uh credentialing Authority<00:26:31.960

Keywords: 912, senate, all

Summary: The joint committees heard testimony on House Bill 1064, which would implement recommendations from the Fire Safety Research Institute’s Maui wildfire report, clarify the role of the State Fire Marshal, and appropriate funds. Testimony was generally supportive from DLNR, the Climate Advisory Team, the State Fire Council, Hawaiʻi Electric, the Attorney General’s office, the Honu Fire Department, AARP, the Hawaiʻi Insurance Council, and others. Governor Green’s office said it supported the bill but wanted the office of the State Fire Marshal placed under the Department of Defense rather than the governor’s office, citing constitutional and administrative concerns. Members also questioned the State Fire Council about the selection process for the fire marshal and about defensible space and wildfire resilience in different communities. After discussion, the committees deferred decision-making on HB 1064 to Friday, March 14, at 3:00 p.m. in Room 225 for the Committee on Public Safety and Military Affairs, with the same recommendation from the other committee. The hearing then moved to House Bill 697, which would expand who may review automated speed enforcement images. HDOT supported the bill but said it would prefer funding from the Highway Special Fund or the automated speed enforcement special fund rather than general revenues. Opposition testimony from the ACLU raised privacy concerns, argued the bill blurs the line between law enforcement and infrastructure management, and said DOT staff lack the mandate and expertise for the task. Judiciary said it would need additional capacity to process citations and hearings, and noted the program’s likely workload and costs were still uncertain. The committees then took up House Bill 277 on vehicular pursuit policy. The Attorney General and the Law Enforcement Standards Board urged the committees to defer the bill and let the board develop policy first, while Hawaii County Police opposed the measure as unnecessary, confusing, and too restrictive of officer discretion. Honolulu Police Department and the Policing Project supported the bill, arguing that clearer statewide standards and transparency are needed because pursuits can cause serious injuries or deaths and existing policies are inconsistent or not public. The Policing Project said the bill could be improved with amendments on serious crimes, but supported legislative action to set statewide standards while still involving the board. No final vote or action on HB 277 was taken in the portion provided.

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• three Madame Chair, a committee of three was previously appointed to serve on a Committee on Credentials
• Madame Clerk, are you in receipt of a report of the Committee on Credentials?
• Senator Rhoads, I move that we accept the report of the Credentials Committee.
• The Credentials Committee is discharged with a cheer. Thanks.

Keywords: Order of the Day: PENDING, 912, senate, all

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• IDEA federal reimbursement will be targeted toward students seeking special education teaching credentials
• IDEA federal reimbursement will be targeted towards students seeking special education teaching credentials
• The funding is targeted to short-term stackable credential programs with demonstrated value-added outcomes

Keywords: 987, senate, all

Summary: The Senate Budget Subcommittee on Education heard May Revision proposals covering higher education, including the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, the University of California, California Community Colleges, the California Student Aid Commission, UC College of the Law, San Francisco, and trailer bill reporting changes. For the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, the administration proposed a one-time $10 million General Fund backfill to repay a special fund loan taken to cover litigation costs, plus provisional language to adjust for a pending legal expense and to repay the loan without interest. The LAO opposed shifting costs to the General Fund and raised legal concerns about an interest-free loan under Proposition 26. Senators asked about whether the $10 million would cover the litigation and about the estimated $245,000 in interest savings. For UC, the May Revision maintained the Governor’s ongoing support and included budget language requiring campuses to grow by 2,968 California undergraduates in 2026-27. UC also sought $1.5 million in one-time General Fund support for the First Star foster youth program. UC described strong outcomes for the UCLA program, while the LAO recommended rejecting the new spending because UC already has overlapping outreach programs, including the Early Academic Outreach Program, and because the need for new state funding was not clear. Senators debated whether the proposal duplicated existing services and discussed the program’s reported college-going and completion rates. The committee also heard a request for $1 million ongoing General Fund for UC College of the Law, San Francisco, to maintain campus safety services; the college described its shared-campus model and public-interest mission, while the LAO noted the college was also raising tuition and that the proposal would maintain, rather than expand, current security spending. The committee then reviewed community college proposals. Finance outlined a larger May Revision package centered on a 4.31% SCFF COLA, enrollment growth funding, categorical COLAs, a one-time Adult Learner Demonstration Project allocation, deferred maintenance, and other ongoing and one-time items. The Chancellor’s Office supported the package but asked for more enrollment growth funding, a higher growth rate, and additional policy changes. The LAO recommended at least funding the statutory 2.87% COLA, then considering whether to redirect remaining funds to enrollment growth, categorical COLAs, or one-time priorities; it recommended rejecting the Adult Learner Demonstration Project. Senators questioned the use of the discretionary COLA to cover paid pregnancy disability leave, the impact on hold harmless and basic aid districts, and whether the state should instead create a separate categorical. The Chancellor’s Office and Finance said the COLA approach was intended to provide flexibility, though Finance said it was open to further discussion about districts that would not receive direct funding. For student aid, Finance described May Revision changes to Cal Grant and the Middle Class Scholarship, including a one-time reduction tied to lower estimated costs and a later true-up, as well as proposals for the Golden State Teacher Grant Program and implementation of the federal Workforce Pell program. CSAC supported the financial aid investments but urged more time and clearer implementation planning for Workforce Pell, noting the need for state approval processes, data linkages, and likely ongoing administrative workload. The LAO recommended rejecting additional Golden State Teacher Grant funding and cautioned that the Workforce Pell trailer bill and one-time funding were premature given the new federal rules and unclear workload. Senators also raised concerns about the Middle Class Scholarship reduction, the need to support students facing higher living costs, and the decline in CADA/DREAM Act applications, with CSAC saying the drop did not reflect reduced need and that outreach should be strengthened. The final item was a set of technical trailer bill changes to shift some UC, CSU, and community college reporting from annual to biennial and consolidate reports; Finance said there were no programmatic changes.