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MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy Committee 1/21/26

Fraud Prevention and State Agency Oversight Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • . treasury. treasury.
  • Yes, from Department of Admin. Okay.
  • Yes, from Department of Admin. bit? Yes, from Department of Admin. Okay.<00:47:02.480><c> Yes.
  • </c> and your own department accountable. and your own department accountable.
  • </c> Department of Administration has. Department of Administration has.
AZ

Arizona 2026 Regular Session

02/04/2026 - House Ways & Means

House Ways & Means Committee of Reference

Transcript Highlights:
  • I think that's unfortunate that DOR is not here, the Department of Revenue.
  • The governor's Department of Revenue has put out tax forms.
  • The governor's Department of Revenue has put out tax forms.
  • Does the Treasury keep track of ESA rollover to 529s? Mr.
  • Does the Treasury keep track of ESA roll over the two 529s? Mr.
Summary: The committee took up House Bill 2785, a major Arizona tax conformity measure that would align state law with the Internal Revenue Code as of January 1, 2026 and apply retroactively to tax year 2025. The sponsor and supporters said the bill would make Department of Revenue tax forms legal, provide certainty to taxpayers already filing under those forms, and deliver about $440 million in tax relief through provisions such as no tax on tips and overtime, a larger standard deduction, a $6,000 senior deduction, and changes to deductions and the SALT cap. Opponents argued the bill would significantly reduce state revenue, disproportionately benefit higher-income taxpayers, and should not move forward without a broader budget plan. After an amendment addressing retroactivity and foreign dividend language was adopted, the committee approved HB 2785 on a 5-4 vote. The committee then heard several Arizona State Retirement System technical cleanup bills. HB 2089, clarifying the health insurance premium benefit subsidy, passed 9-0. HB 2090, changing the disability timeframe for long-term disability benefits, passed 8-1. HB 2092, allowing certain employees over age 65 to waive ASRS participation within 30 days of eligibility, also passed 8-1. These measures were described by staff and the sponsor as simple corrections, with little opposition. Finally, the committee considered HB 2477, which conforms Arizona’s 529 education savings plan to federal law, expands allowable uses, and adds rules for 529-to-Roth IRA rollovers and ABLE transfers. Supporters called it a cleanup bill that would simplify administration for families, while some members raised concerns about the Roth rollover and possible use of funds transferred from ESA accounts. The bill passed 5-3 with one member voting present. The committee then adjourned.
NM

New Mexico 2025 Regular Session

IC - Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee Jul 2nd, 2025

Federal Funding Stabilization Subcommittee

Transcript Highlights:
  • And then, Department of Health, do you have an...
  • that I've mentioned: ALTSD, CYFD, Department of Health.
  • Department of Education on Monday evening, essentially an email saying that the department was going
  • They've got a part-time staff. at the department and statewide, according to the department, about five
  • They don't—the department did not report actual positions with this.
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband and Rural Development - 03/21/25

Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development

Transcript Highlights:
  • Agri fund and the state treasury.
  • It would allow the Department of Agriculture to work with the Department of Health to coordinate this
  • It would allow the Department of Agriculture to work with the Department of Health to coordinate this
  • Most of these wells and data provided by the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Health, will
  • </c> that now in the department of health. that now in the department of health.
ND

North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session

Legacy and Budget Stabilization Fund Advisory Board Mar 31st, 2026 at 11:00 am

Legacy and Budget Stabilization Fund Advisory Board

Transcript Highlights:
  • Treasury Piedel. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, I certainly support the motion.
  • We talked to leaders across the executive branch and treasury.
  • Treasuries. There is no such thing as a risk-free investment. But there are ways to mitigate risk.
  • Treasuries. There is no such thing as a risk-free investment. But there are ways to mitigate risk.
ND

North Dakota 2026 1st Special Session

Legacy and Budget Stabilization Fund Advisory Board Mar 31st, 2026

Legacy and Budget Stabilization Fund Advisory Board

Transcript Highlights:
  • Treasury Piedel. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, I certainly support the motion.
  • We talked to leaders across the executive branch and treasury.
  • Treasuries. There is no such thing as a risk-free investment.
  • Treasuries. There is no such thing as a risk-free investment. But there are ways to mitigate risk.
Summary: The committee met with a quorum, approved the October 22 minutes, and received an update on the planned Legacy Fund transparency website. Jody Smith said the site is in contract negotiations after six bidders responded, with a target go-live around November 1 after added security review. The website is intended to provide downloadable, more detailed public information on the Legacy Fund, including historical changes, legislative allocations, and investment breakdowns. Members asked about comparables and data detail, and Smith said North Dakota would likely be the first state to offer this level of sovereign wealth fund transparency. Scott Anderson of the Retirement Investment Office then reviewed Legacy Fund performance through January 31, 2026, describing strong returns, low fees, and the benefits of diversification. He noted that real estate had been a drag on returns, but it is a small portion of the portfolio, and he discussed market effects from geopolitical events, inflation, credit spreads, and private credit. Members also questioned the in-state investment program and the BND CD-Match program. Representative Bosch moved to pause new transfers to the CD-Match program until the bank reports back, and the motion passed on a roll call vote. The committee also agreed to request a cost-benefit analysis from RVK on that change. After lunch, the committee heard from RVK consultant Jim Voidko on the investment policy statement, focused on the in-state investment provisions. He reported that, after interviews with implementers and stakeholders, RVK found no major policy impediments in the current IPS and no strong calls to change the size limits or core guardrails. He emphasized the importance of risk-adjusted returns, diversification, pacing, exit strategies, and governance, and warned that foregone returns or higher spending obligations can pressure the fund’s long-term mission. He also recommended clearer terminology around “infrastructure,” distinguishing public infrastructure from commercial infrastructure, and noted unresolved policy questions about nexus and economic diversification. The committee then began reviewing proposed IPS updates with Rio staff.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
  • That's also the Department of Safety, yeah.
  • </c><01:26:50.080><c> of</c> three pages on the D Department of three pages on the D Department of administrative
  • </c><01:32:16.199><c> of</c> so the next section is the Department of so the next section is the Department
  • We're focusing on the Department of Administrative Services, yes.
  • The department will seek concurrence with the Department of Justice. I don't really understand.
Summary: The committee reviewed selected House Bill 2 provisions, focusing first on the group two pension reform language and whether it matched prior legislation and the fiscal note. Members discussed two main issues: the treatment of extra and special duty pay in the pension calculation for employees hired before 2011, and the annuity multiplier after 15 years of creditable service. Several members said the HB 2 language was intended to restore prior law and protect against pension “spiking,” while others worried the draft and fiscal note may not have fully reflected current law, potentially affecting the cost estimate. The discussion repeatedly emphasized the need to avoid underfunding or double counting and to make sure Finance had the correct actuarial assumptions. No vote was taken; the committee agreed to flag the issues for Finance and to clarify the fiscal note. Members also discussed the vested-rights language, which was described as an explicit definition of vesting and a restriction on future legislative changes to compensation calculations after three years of service. Some viewed it as a policy protection with no immediate fiscal impact, while others noted it had been included in prior legislation and should be clearly understood before the bill moved forward. The committee also briefly referenced prior pension legislation, including House Bill 436 and House Bill 727, and noted that HB 2 was being used to carry forward related pension repair provisions. The committee then turned to an OPLC-related section transferring building, plumbing, electrical, and fuel gas inspector positions from OPLC to the Department of Safety’s Fire Marshal’s office. Testimony explained that the nine inspector positions are funded from the licensing fund, and that the move was justified as a public-safety function better aligned with the Fire Marshal’s mission because the inspections are statewide code-enforcement work rather than facility-specific licensing work. The discussion ended with a note that the remaining HB 2 changes run through 2034 and a brief announcement about memorial arrangements for C.J. Gerard.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Senate May 29th, 2026

Louisiana Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • I'm kind of embarrassed about this, but this would ask for the Department of Health to look into ways
  • This legislation only enables the Louisiana Department of Economic Development to be able to provide
  • This legislation only enables the Louisiana Department of Economic Development to be able to provide
  • It empowers the Louisiana Department of Economic Development to provide incentives to grocery stores,
  • of Economic Development to invest or figure out ways to Louisiana Department of Economic Development
HI

Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Room 016 Conference AM - 04-23-2026

Hawaii Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • Department of Health, Albert Holm.
  • Department of Human Services, Nonnie Crab Parker and Meredith Nichols.
  • Department of Health, Albert Holm.
  • Department of Health, Albert Holm.
  • Department of Health, Albert Holm.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Appropriations Mar 11th, 2026

Appropriations

Transcript Highlights:
  • Payments to deputy sheriffs are administered by the Department of Treasury, and they receive $600 a month
  • Department of Public Safety.
  • So, you know, we ask for seed money on the front end from the Department of Treasury, and that gets us
  • The next department that we will cover is the Department of Corrections.
  • The next department that we will cover is the Department of Corrections.
DE
Transcript Highlights:
  • I started—I actually saw the need for a Delaware energy department...
  • Do you really want the Department of Energy, a new... ...off from the state.
  • Do you really want the Department of Energy, a new Department of Energy, doing a lot of the recommendations
  • It doesn't fall under any of those departments directly, although those department heads could be on
  • Oh, energy storage department. Yeah, I don't see where that's necessary. Okay.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

House of Representatives Apr 28th, 2026

Louisiana House Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Concurrent Resolution 89 by Representative Owen to direct the Department of Culture, Recreation
  • Individuals experiencing homelessness, duties of the Department of Health, and duties of the Office of
  • Removes certain requirements, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Without objection.
  • Removes certain requirements, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Rep. Bryant, on your bill. Yes.
  • The Department of Revenue is required to send taxpayer notices to their last known address.
Summary: The House met on April 27, 2026, with prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and a series of personal privileges recognizing Domestic Violence Prevention and Advocacy Day, Guarantee Corporation’s 100th anniversary, Delta Waterfowl, FFA and 4-H students, St. Bernard Parish Day, the Louisiana Notary Association, and New Orleans Day. The chamber also received Senate messages, committee reports, and introduced several resolutions, including measures on Gulf States renewable energy, asthma and allergy awareness, St. Bernard Parish Day, and other commemorations. The floor then took up a long series of bills and resolutions. Among the notable measures were House Bill 316 on literacy and tutoring, House Bill 578 changing statutory references from gender to sex, House Bill 748 expanding toll exemptions for school board vehicles, House Bill 101 redesignating a portion of U.S. Highway 190 as the Jesse Jackson Memorial Highway, House Bill 1032 cleaning up DWI terminology, House Bill 1081 transferring the Louisiana Ports and Waterways Investment Commission, House Bill 1108 creating a homeschool pride prestige plate, House Bill 1129 giving in-state auctioneers preference for selling surplus state property, House Bill 1157 creating a Louisiana State Infrastructure Bank, House Bill 1192 creating a dental hygienist prestige plate, House Bill 1195 revising athletic commission rules and NIL-related provisions, House Bill 1198 barring arbitration in child custody and visitation matters, House Bill 181 allowing limited tax-data sharing for Medicaid/SNAP integrity, House Bill 1118 requiring disclosure of hospital ownership by real estate investment trusts, House Bill 1082 changing venue rules in suits involving municipal police employees’ retirement systems, House Bill 225 proposing a lifetime two-term limit for governor, House Bill 864 on municipal fire limits and storage of flammables, House Bill 1189 requiring captain’s licenses for certain freshwater charter guides, and House Bill 549 creating the Bayou Growth Opportunity Workforce Program. Most measures passed, often after brief debate and technical amendments. Several bills were recommitted or returned to the calendar, including House Bill 902, House Bill 1245, and House Bill 1247, while House Bill 225 failed on final passage. The House also considered and passed multiple Senate bills dealing with tax administration, child custody testimony, Supreme Court disciplinary jurisdiction over out-of-state lawyers, civil investigation demands in Medicaid fraud cases, service of process fees and notice, and permanent homestead exemption registration. The session ended with the House in recess after completing its bill agenda for the day.
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Senate May 13th, 2026

Louisiana Senate Floor Meeting

Transcript Highlights:
  • House Bill 1258 by Representative Guymon is an act in Title 56 relative to the Department of Wildlife
  • of Health, Office of Public Health, and the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
  • Not only will the change benefit our constituents, but it will benefit the police department.
  • to provide for the recreation of the department.
  • It creates an exception for the Harahan Police Department.
Bills: SR116 , SR117 , SR118 , SR119 , SCR68 , SCR69 , SCR12 , HB682 , HB766 , HB769 , HB775 , HB783 , HB824 , HB926 , HB1186 , HB1201 , HB1223 , HB1245 , HB1247 , HB1253 , HB1258 , HB221 , HCR53 , HCR62 , HCR72 , HCR58 , HB54 , HB137 , HB180 , HB192 , HB310 , HB321 , HB396 , HB512 , HB552 , HB578 , HB638 , HB663 , HB708 , HB717 , HB718 , HB1009 , HB1082 , HB1104 , HB1107 , HB1194 , HB1198 , HB1246 , HB1250 , SB29 , SB30 , SB32 , SB41 , SB42 , SB43 , SB47 , SB84 , SB93 , SB113 , SB192 , SB199 , SB219 , SB220 , SB221 , SB222 , SB241 , SB253 , SB255 , SB289 , SB292 , SB306 , SB314 , SB351 , SB399 , SB404 , SB14 , SB102 , SB133 , SB151 , SB165 , SB169 , SB170 , SB200 , SB217 , SB280 , SB291 , SB300 , SB303 , SB330 , SB449 , SB489 , SB521 , SB424 , SCR9 , SB25 , SB250 , SB348 , SB405 , SB444 , SB485 , SB35 , SB65 , SB132 , SB215 , SB246 , SB249 , SB269 , SB282 , SB296 , SB323 , SB363 , SB369 , SB474 , SB490 , SB492 , SB500 , HCR26 , HCR45 , HCR61 , HCR77 , HCR31 , HB649 , HB665 , HB681 , HB721 , HB746 , HB757 , HB781 , HB835 , HB844 , HB857 , HB872 , HB886 , HB889 , HB892 , HB982 , HB987 , HB1037 , HB1068 , HB1072 , HB1078 , HB1085 , HB1132 , HB1137 , HB1167 , HB1174 , HB1232 , HB1238 , HB23 , HB136 , HB17 , HB21 , HB51 , HB55 , HB74 , HB106 , HB108 , HB133 , HB140 , HB159 , HB168 , HB215 , HB226 , HB263 , HB296 , HB299 , HB322 , HB364 , HB519 , HB535 , HB538 , HB568 , HB571 , HB622 , HB635 , HB676 , HB772 , HB784 , HB1006 , HB1018 , HB1043 , HB1070 , HB1134 , HB1239 , HB62 , HB193 , HB203 , HB210 , HB220 , HB228 , HB246 , HB420 , HB475 , HB486 , HB574 , HB584 , HB750 , HB813 , HB815 , HB826 , HB870 , HB949 , HB953 , HB1045 , HB1092 , HB1151 , HB1162 , HB1176 , HB1177 , HB1196 , HB1214 , HB1241 , HB36 , HB73 , HB119 , HB126 , HB129 , HB166 , HB211 , HB245 , HB271 , HB280 , HB337 , HB351 , HB354 , HB399 , HB677 , HB712 , HB723 , HB726 , HB728 , HB759 , HB789 , HB850 , HB956 , HB966 , HB1036 , SB149 , SB382 , SB441 , HB258 , HB842
WA

Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session

Senate Ways & Means Feb 9th, 2026 at 10:30 am

Ways & Means

Transcript Highlights:
  • It authorizes the department to waive penalties, but not interest.
  • Next bill, Senate Bill 6114 is the Department of Revenue request legislation.
  • If you're a millionaire and you want to be taxed more, write the Treasury a check.
  • But when we impose this... ...tax more, write the Treasury a check.
  • in the out years for the Department of Revenue.
Committee: Senate Ways & Means
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Committee on Housing and Homelessness Prevention - 02/18/25

Housing and Homelessness Prevention

Transcript Highlights:
  • Department of the Treasury, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural Housing Department.
  • ><c> US</c><00:40:47.880><c> Department</c><00:40:48.680><c> of</c> of the treasury and the US Department
  • of of the treasury and the US Department of agricultures<00:40:50.520><c> uh</c><00:40:50.760><c> Rural
  • Department of the Treasury is important, and that this also plays into the tax bill discussions taking
  • Department of the Treasury is important and that it also plays into the tax bill discussions taking place
LA

Louisiana 2026 Regular Session

Insurance May 6th, 2026

Insurance

Transcript Highlights:
  • Charles Watkins, Department of Children and Family Services. Thank you for your question.
  • We have the arrears department, which checks people who are in arrears. We have garnishment.
  • Yeah, I guess to further answer your question, that is not a fee assessed by the department.
  • It's not a fee assessed by the department.
  • Pelka with the Department of Insurance here and will provide information if requested.
Committee: Senate Insurance
MN

Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

House Children and Families Finance and Policy Committee 4/8/26

Children and Families Finance and Policy

Transcript Highlights:
  • </c> We have worked with DHS and Department We have worked with DHS and Department of<00:07:30.880><c
  • ><c> Children,</c> Meanwhile, the Department of Children, Meanwhile, the Department of Children, Youth
  • </c><00:11:40.720><c> of</c> coordination with the Department of coordination with the Department of
  • </c> long-standing focus of the department. long-standing focus of the department.
  • Department of Health.
Bills: HF4525 , HF3002 , HF3665 , HF4420
AL

Alabama 2026 Regular Session

Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Feb 25th, 2026

Public Safety and Homeland Security

Transcript Highlights:
  • On or after January 1, 2027, the Department of Revenue shall develop. >> Make a motion.
  • </c><00:05:51.120><c> This</c> with the Department of Revenue. This with the Department of Revenue.
  • I've worked with the department making.
  • Um, the working with the revenue department, they have similar processes in place.
  • Um, the working with the revenue department, they have similar processes in place.
Bills: HB461 , HB465 , HB469 , HB473 , SB94 , SB303 , HB461 , HB465 , HB469 , HB473 , SB94 , SB303