Video & Transcript Research : 'Senate Joint Resolution 40'

Page 53 of 500
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

WAL Public Hearing - Tue Apr 7, 2026 @ 10:00 AM HST

Water & Land

Transcript Highlights:
  • ><00:40:02.520> last<00:40:03.000> resolution,<00:40:03.640> HCR Let's go on to
  • our last resolution, HCR Let's go on to our last resolution, HCR 165<00:40:05.880> HR<00:40:06.200
  • Uh<00:40:49.720> this<00:40:49.920> resolution<00:40:50.440> builds<00:40:50.680
  • > on<00:40:50.800> meaningful Uh this resolution builds on meaningful Uh this resolution
  • <00:40:54.840> Council<00:40:55.320> adopted March 25th, the City Council adopted Resolution
Summary: The Water and Land Committee met on April 7 and heard testimony on several resolutions and one bill. SB 2405 SD1 HD2, relating to agricultural workforce housing, received support from the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, HFTC, and the Hawaii Farmers Union, and the committee later recommended passage as is; one member voted with reservations citing department cost and staffing concerns. The committee also heard HCR 19/HR 20 designating March as March for Water Month, HCR 63/HR 57 urging DLNR and DOT to clarify jurisdiction over Honouliuli Bridge, HCR 85/HR 77 on transferring parcels for the East Kapolei TOD project, HCR 140/HR 132 on vegetation management and fuel reduction in West Maui, HCR 166/HR 156 on identifying East Oahu lands for native Hawaiian tree planting, HCR 82/HR 74 on basic shelter standards for rapid deployment housing, HCR 98/HR 90 on a Honolulu housing pattern book, HCR 104/HR 96 on North Shore coastal trails, HCR 106/HR 98 on endorsing Waikiki as a world surfing reserve, HCR 141/HR 133 on Maui fire code enforcement, and HCR 165/HR 155 on permanent pickleball nets and lighting at Kamiloiki Community Park. Testimony was generally supportive on most measures, with several agencies and organizations submitting written comments or appearing in support. HCR 82/HR 74 drew the most discussion: the State Council on Developmental Disabilities supported the intent but asked that accessibility be considered on the front end, while another testifier opposed the resolution, arguing it could turn temporary emergency shelters into permanent substandard housing and should be deferred. Committee members discussed temporary versus permanent housing standards and accessibility, and the chair later said the measure would be amended to require permanent units to meet appropriate code standards and to note accessibility concerns in the committee report. On HCR 140/HR 132, DLNR testified that firebreak maintenance on its Waianae lands would be costly, and members noted funding and staffing implications. At the end of the meeting, the committee adopted the chair’s recommendations on the measures it voted on. SB 2405 was passed with a reservation from one member; HCR 19/HR 20, HCR 63/HR 57, HCR 85/HR 77, HCR 98/HR 90, HCR 104/HR 96, HCR 106/HR 98, HCR 141/HR 133, and HCR 165/HR 155 were passed unamended, while HCR 140/HR 132 was passed with reservations and HCR 166/HR 156 and HCR 82/HR 74 were passed with amendments. The committee then adjourned.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Hied Committee Meeting - 2026-03-26

Higher Education Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • The<00:40:40.800> law<00:40:41.080> The<00:40:41.400> bill's<00:40:41.840> name
  • Modified<00:40:44.560> for<00:40:44.800> Purpose<00:40:45.200> of<00:40:45.280>
  • It has We<00:40:55.280> have<00:40:55.440> finally<00:40:55.800> received<00:40:
  • <01:40:16.240> a<01:40:16.760> Yes,<01:40:16.960> we<01:40:17.080> have
  • Are<01:40:20.360> you<01:40:20.480> able<01:40:20.680> to<01:40:20.800> join<
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Senate County and Municipal Government Committee Mar 4th, 2025

County and Municipal Government

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Al Britton, Senator Carley, Senator Coleman, Senator Gudger, Senator Hatcher, Senator Hovy, Senator
  • Senator Hatcher, Senator Hovy, Senator Kelly, Senator Coleman Madison, Senator Chamblas, Senator Coleman
  • Senator Al Britton, Senator Carley, Senator Al Britton, Senator Carley, Senator Coleman, Senator Gudger
  • , Senator Hatcher, Senator Hovy, Senator Kelly, Senator Coleman Madison, Senator Chamblas, Senator Elliott
  • Senator Gudger. Senator Gudger, no. Senator Hatcher. Senator Hovy. Senator Kelly. Senator Hatcher.
KY

Kentucky 2026 Regular Session

House Standing Committee on Health Services (3-5-26)

Health Services

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:40:11.359> it<00:40:11.520> comes<00:40:11.680> to<00:40:12.240> not<
  • Um >> I'm<00:40:19.440> not<00:40:19.599> sure<00:40:19.680> I<00:40:19.839
  • > follow<00:40:20.079> the<00:40:20.400> the<00:40:20.720> question >&
  • > is<00:40:21.599> the<00:40:21.839> concern<00:40:22.160> about<00:40:23.119
  • ><00:40:25.119> are<00:40:25.280> that<00:40:25.440> are Yeah.
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.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • Senator Rocky Adams, Senator Wilson, Senator Yates, Representative Bridges here, Representative Gordon
  • licensed<00:40:29.599> and<00:40:29.839> certified<00:40:30.400> advanced<00:40
  • Establishes methods of validation<00:40:34.640> and<00:40:34.960> auditing<00:40:35.520
  • active duty<00:40:41.760> members<00:40:42.079> of<00:40:42.240> the<00:40:42.400
  • Updates existing<00:40:51.680> material<00:40:52.240> incorporated<00:40:52.800> by<
Summary: The subcommittee approved the minutes from the previous meeting and then took up several regulations. The first was a Department of Veterans Affairs regulation, with a staff amendment, to allow nurse practitioners to apply for the Veterans Affairs nurse loan repayment program year-round and to make technical drafting changes. The committee heard from the Office of Kentucky Veteran Centers, then adopted the staff amendment and approved the regulation without objection. The main item of the meeting was the Board of Optometric Examiners’ proposed amendment to 201 KAR 5:010, which would allow applicants to use the Optometry Examining Board of Canada written exam in place of part one of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry exam for licensure. The board said the change would improve access to care, provide an additional pathway for Canadian-trained candidates, and still require applicants to pass the remaining national board parts. Opponents, including NBEO officials, ARBO, Pearson VUE, and several optometrists, argued the Canadian exam is not equivalent, does not test the same biomedical science content, is not validated for U.S. scope of practice, and raises concerns about test security, transparency, and portability across states. They urged the committee to find the amendment deficient or vote no. Committee members questioned both sides about prior communication with the board, whether Kentucky would be the first state to adopt such a change, the rationale for the proposal, and the cost difference between the exams. Supporters said the board had received some written comments and one phone call, and that the proposal was driven by access concerns and the presence of Canadian students. Opponents said they had not had direct discussions with the Kentucky board before the hearing. No final vote on the optometry regulation is reflected in the transcript excerpt, but the committee heard extensive testimony and rebuttal before moving on.
KY
Transcript Highlights:
  • So,<00:40:02.760> we're<00:40:03.080> all<00:40:03.320> of<00:40:03.400> our<
  • <00:40:09.680> It<00:40:09.800> knows<00:40:10.040> the<00:40:10.160> calls
  • <00:40:22.760> Uh<00:40:22.880> we<00:40:23.000> do<00:40:23.160> have
  • <00:40:36.240> So,<00:40:36.360> they<00:40:36.520> go<00:40:36.680> in
  • when<00:40:39.240> they<00:40:39.480> end<00:40:39.720> the<00:40:39.800>
Summary: The committee received testimony from Personnel Cabinet Secretary Mary Elizabeth Bailey and Deputy Secretary Robert Long on the state’s telecommuting policy. Bailey explained that telecommuting in the executive branch is governed by a statewide policy requiring eligible employees to work in the office three days a week and telecommute up to two days a week. Eligibility depends first on the position, not the person: public-facing jobs, roles requiring special equipment or insecure document handling, and other duties that cannot be performed remotely are not eligible. Employees and managers must complete training, sign agreements, comply with safety and IT requirements, and telecommuting privileges can be revoked for poor performance or discipline. She said the cabinet audits compliance and that telecommuting has helped maintain services during inclement weather, disasters, and building renovations. Bailey also said about 33% of the workforce is hybrid, 11% telecommutes full-time, and 56% does not telecommute. Members asked about cost savings, eligibility, discipline, and technology requirements. Bailey said she did not have statewide cost-savings figures and referred that question to the Finance and Administration Cabinet. She said employees must have reliable connectivity and appropriate equipment, but there is no fixed broadband speed requirement; if an employee cannot connect, they must come into the office. She also said telecommuting postings indicate whether a position is eligible, and that performance issues are handled through progressive discipline rather than being ignored. Transportation Cabinet officials then described how their agency manages remote work. Deputy Secretary Mike Hancock, along with IT and human resources leaders, said the cabinet follows the executive branch policy and actively manages telecommuting employees through Microsoft Teams, VPN access, daily standups, project tracking, and manager oversight. They said more than 2,600 of the cabinet’s 4,000 employees cannot telecommute because their jobs are public-facing or field-based, while about 35% are eligible to telecommute up to two days per week. The cabinet also has 13 state employees and 94 contract employees working full-time remotely in IT. Officials said telecommuting has improved recruitment and retention, supported emergency response and weather operations, and allowed the cabinet to continue working during storms and other disruptions. Members asked about phone equipment, monitoring, and “mouse jiggler” devices; officials said phones are often forwarded to personal or state devices, Teams shows real-time availability, and managers rely on daily accountability and project management tools to monitor work.
AL

Alabama 2025 Regular Session

Alabama House Mar 6th, 2025

Alabama House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • clerk say L Mr Speaker have a resolution clerk say L Mr Speaker have a resolution clerk say the resolution
  • house resolution number the resolution house resolution number the resolution house resolution number
  • Bell up in the Senate just Senator Bell up in the Senate just Senator Bell up in the Senate just wanted
  • bill on page 44 of the calendar Senate bill on page 44 of the calendar Senate bill number 115 by Senator
  • thank you resolution from resolution thank you resolution from resolution thank you resolution from
TX

Texas 89th Regular

89th Legislative Session Mar 6th, 2025

Texas House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Senate to inform the House that the Senate has taken the following action. The Senate...
  • Following resolution, the clerk will read the resolution.
  • Resolution. The clerk will read the resolution.
  • The following resolution, the clerk will read the resolution.
  • House Resolution 452.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Judiciary Committee Meeting - 2026-03-26

Judiciary Finance and Civil Law

Transcript Highlights:
  • <00:40:36.440> But<00:40:37.080> and<00:40:37.320> last<00:40:38.000> my<
  • c> it<00:40:40.720> needed<00:40:41.000> to<00:40:41.120> go<00:40:41.280>
  • Representative<00:40:45.240> Engan,<00:40:45.720> I<00:40:45.800> had<00:40:45.920
  • :40:47.200> you<00:40:47.280> back<00:40:47.520> on.
  • I'm all<00:40:49.880> over<00:40:50.000> the<00:40:50.080> place<00:40:50.280>