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AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Ways and Means Education Committee Apr 2nd, 2025
Ways and Means Education
Transcript Highlights:
- A couple of weeks ago, we had a team from Poland that was part of their cyber security national defense
- This school is a strategic asset to the state of Alabama and to our nation.
- These facilities have all been funded by industry throughout our nation.
- We also have two National Merit...
- out to Nebraska for nationals.
Committee:
House Ways and Means Education
Keywords:
workers' compensation, public education, employee injury, insurance trust fund, on-the-job injury, administrative procedures, HB176, Alabama sales tax, use tax, sales and use tax exemption, optical aids, eyeglasses, contact lenses, prescription glasses, vision care, optometrist, ophthalmologist, optician, medical devices, local option tax exemption
NM
Transcript Highlights:
- That can be a government nation, Pueblo tribe, or a quasi-government.
- Tribes, nations, and pueblos, along with multiple counties.
- It is next week, correct, here in Santa Fe. ...breakout sessions.
- It is next week, correct, here in Santa Fe.
- a week time frame of House Bill 2 coming over.
Bills:
HB1
Committee:
Senate Senate Finance
Keywords:
feed bill, legislative appropriations, legislative branch, New Mexico Legislature, general fund, legislative council service, legislative finance committee, legislative education study committee, house chief clerk, senate chief clerk, per diem, mileage, session expenses, interim committees, district staff, capitol complex, capital outlay data system, legislative processing system, redistricting, census redistricting
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Legislative Health and Human Services Jul 21st, 2025
Legislative Health & Human Services Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- This is using National Provider Identifier numbers.
- Alberts is no longer with the Department of Health, and I did hear about this last week or a week and
- a half ago when Jason Weeks reached out on it.
- We've had meetings last week and this week, and we're trying to push that forward so that we will be
- Students come from all over the place for a week or two weeks, including Eastern New Mexico.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Feb 23rd, 2026
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Whose resilience, leadership, and courage have shaped our state and our nation.
- Our entire nation thrives. Lastly, I also want to thank my colleagues in the Black Caucus.
- This nation even while being systematically excluded from its promises.
- It is history that has built this nation.
- For in the state of California and to our nation.
Summary:
The Assembly met with a quorum call at the start, then proceeded with Black History Month observances, including a libation ceremony, the Pledge of Allegiance, and remarks emphasizing remembrance, ancestry, and the importance of honoring Black history. The chamber also handled routine procedural matters, including dispensing with the journal, re-referring certain Senate budget items to the Budget Committee, and allowing guest introductions and other unanimous-consent requests.
The main floor action was on Assembly Concurrent Resolution 134, recognizing Black History Month. Members from multiple caucuses spoke in support, highlighting the historical contributions of Black Americans, the ongoing effects of slavery and segregation, the need to protect voting rights and education, and the importance of solidarity across communities. The resolution was adopted by voice vote after 74 co-authors were added.
The Assembly also adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution 132, declaring February 28 as Rare Disease Day. Members shared personal stories about ALS and other rare diseases, described barriers to diagnosis, treatment, and insurance coverage, and called for more research and support. The resolution received broad bipartisan support, with 71 co-authors added before adoption by voice vote.
The chamber then recognized a series of Black History Month Unsung Heroes honorees, including community leaders, health professionals, advocates, and public servants, and later heard additional guest introductions. The meeting concluded with adjournments in memory of Peyton Trilling and John Jackson, followed by announcements and adjournment until February 26 at 9 a.m.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Legislative Republican Leaders Media Availability Feb 24th, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Welcome to, what do we got, 16 days left in session, week 7.
- We are on week seven.
- We're below the national average, and so this is actually a growing concern across our nation and the
- We're below the national average, and so this is actually a growing concern across our nation and the
- Well, thank you, everyone, and we'll be back again next week.
Summary:
House and Senate Republican leaders held a media availability focused on the final stretch of the legislative session, with most of the discussion centered on budget proposals, a proposed income tax on high earners, and several policy bills they oppose. They criticized the operating budget for relying on a new income tax, using one-time fund sweeps and pension-related financing, and drawing down the rainy day fund, while saying the capital budget was more bipartisan and the transportation budget had some positive emphasis on road preservation but still included concerns such as Public Works Trust Fund sweeps and ferry funding.
A major topic was allegations that sign-ins on the income tax bill included duplicates or fraudulent entries. Republicans said they took the issue seriously, supported verification improvements, and argued that even after removing duplicates the bill still drew over 100,000 unique emails opposing it. They rejected claims that their side had manipulated the process and said the Legislature should fix the sign-in system, possibly with more IT safeguards, while also arguing the bill should lose its emergency clause so voters could weigh in through a referendum.
Republicans also criticized bills they described as anti-police or anti-law-enforcement, including measures related to face coverings and sheriff qualifications, and they opposed a bill requiring arbitration before claims against the state or local governments can go to jury trial, saying broader tort reform is needed instead. They said the state’s liability problems stem from harm done in areas like juvenile rehabilitation and child welfare. On the budget side, they objected to cuts to Medicaid, child care, transitional kindergarten, rural school funding, and other programs, while also warning against using pension funds to balance the budget and against a proposed 75-year Sound Transit bond, which they called financially irresponsible. No votes were taken in this media availability.
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
IC - Science, Technology and Telecommunications Sep 22nd, 2025
Science, Technology & Telecommunications Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- It's the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Baseline.
- This is what the National Science Foundation wants, by the way.
- , and immediately, national labs are disrupted.
- National labs are not able to employ or get suitable employees for positions.
- But the folks I talked to last week are in the Spaceport.
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- While serving in the National Guard, I was activated to serve on active duty at Joint Base Andrews in
- When Missouri National Guard members are activated for state emergencies, whether responding to national
- So when our National Guard members are called to duty to fill sandbags during Protections.
- Members of the National Guard live in two worlds.
- Nick Confrey with the Missouri National Guard here for informational purposes.
Committee:
House Veterans and Armed Forces
Summary:
The committee first heard House Bills 1993 and 2771, both sponsored by Reps. Irwin and Boykin, which would extend Servicemembers Civil Relief Act-style protections to Missouri National Guard members when they are called to state emergency duty. The sponsors and supporting witnesses said the bills would help Guard members with issues like eviction, lease termination, debt collection, and civil court proceedings while they are serving, and would align state law with federal protections already available to active-duty service members. Committee members generally expressed support, noting the financial strain on Guard members and their civilian employers, and witnesses from the Missouri National Guard Association and the Guard itself said the bills would provide clarity and stability. No opposition was presented, and the hearing ended without a vote in the transcript.
The committee then heard House Bill 1869, which would create a grant program administered by the Missouri Veterans Commission to help repair and reset damaged veteran grave markers in private and public cemeteries when the damage is caused by natural events. Rep. Roberts explained the bill was prompted by a constituent’s experience with a deteriorated headstone, and members asked about eligibility, whether the money would go to families or cemeteries, and whether vandalism or non-cemetery graves would be covered. The sponsor said the bill was aimed at natural causes and family-member applications, though he was open to suggestions for expansion. The Veterans Commission director supported the concept but warned the agency lacked funding and staffing to take on another program without additional appropriations; members also raised broader concerns about underfunding the commission. No formal action or vote was taken in the transcript.
After the bill hearings, the committee received informational testimony from Retrieving Freedom, a Missouri-based service dog organization, and from Compass Health on firearm suicide prevention. Retrieving Freedom described its training of service dogs for veterans and children with autism, including demonstrations of tasks such as grounding, retrieving items, and helping with mobility, and said it had a waiting list but was expanding its work in Missouri. Compass Health discussed its firearm suicide prevention grant work, emphasizing community-based education and conversations about safe access to lethal means rather than confiscation. These presentations were informational only and did not involve committee action.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate Health Committee Jul 1st, 2026
Transcript Highlights:
- Every week I receive infusion at UCSF Benioff General Hospital in Oakland.
- Julie Nielsen, on behalf of the National Union of Healthcare Workers, in support.
- Mental health appointments, and they're being pushed towards two-week authorization.
- It took three weeks, and so for three weeks she's flat on her back. And so I get it.
- Michelle Johnston, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, in support. Thank you.
Summary:
The committee heard AB 1887, which would speed prior authorization for FDA-approved rare disease treatments prescribed by specialists and, if a plan does not act within 30 days, deem the request approved. The author and supporters, including patients and clinicians, said delays can cause irreversible harm, hospitalizations, and death, especially for children and people with progressive rare diseases. Health plans and insurers opposed the bill’s automatic-approval provision and said the measure lacked safeguards for incomplete requests and shared responsibility for timely information. The chair encouraged continued work with opponents, and the author said the bill was narrowed from an earlier version that would have waived prior authorization entirely.
The committee also heard AB 1979 on artificial intelligence in health care, AB 2161 on Medi-Cal work requirements, AB 539 on extending approved prior authorizations, AB 2311 on physician employment at public hospital districts, AB 1148 on banning phthalates and bisphenols in food packaging, AB 1825 on mental health offender reentry coordination, and AB 2282 on a temporary emergency stabilization unit in Patterson. AB 1979 would preserve licensed clinicians’ professional judgment, bar AI from directing unlicensed clinical functions, and protect medical records used by consumer chatbots; after amendments, several hospital, medical, and industry groups moved from opposition to neutral. AB 2161 would limit the harm of federal Medi-Cal work-reporting rules by using existing data, improving notices, and protecting due process; it drew broad support from patient, provider, and advocacy groups. AB 539 would keep prior authorization approvals valid for up to one year or the course of treatment, with supporters citing continuity of care and opponents warning about utilization, fraud, and cost concerns.
AB 2311, as amended, would let certain high-payer-mix or distressed public health care districts directly employ physicians; CMA withdrew opposition after the bill was narrowed, while some hospital interests still objected to the carve-out. AB 1148 would prohibit two chemicals commonly used in food packaging, with supporters citing cancer and endocrine-disruption risks and opponents arguing DTSC should handle the issue through its existing regulatory process. AB 1825 would improve transition planning and Medi-Cal enrollment for offenders with mental health disorders leaving state hospitals, and AB 2282 would authorize a temporary rural emergency stabilization care unit in Patterson until a permanent hospital is built. Several bills were held for later action because the committee lacked a quorum, and the chair repeatedly noted that motions would be taken once enough members returned.
US
US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session
Hearings to examine the nominations of Elise Stefanik, of New York, to be the Representative of the United States of America to the United Nations, with the rank and status of Ambassador, and the Representative of the United States of America in the Jan 21st, 2025
Foreign Relations Committee
Transcript Highlights:
- need at the United Nations.
- The United Nations today has many problems.
- Ambassador to the United Nations.
- Ambassador to the United Nations.
- The National Security Council and my colleagues in the Cabinet who sit in the national security spaces
Committee:
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
MO
Missouri 2026 Regular Session
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force Jun 24th, 2026 at 01:00 pm
Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Task Force
Transcript Highlights:
- The national average is $2.
- During the fifth week, they had what is called a family week where they With therapy.
- During the fifth week, they had what is called a family week where they brought the people's family in
- In the first week that I met him,...
- And so over the course of several weeks, he keeps going back every single week on the clock, even arriving
MO
Transcript Highlights:
- from the president, to nationalize election processes.
- Do you disagree with the president who has called to nationalize elections?
- But what's your thought on and ensure there to be a national, not an opinion, but a national, especially
- And, you know, do I expect people to be there for the entire six-week process? Not likely.
- So in a situation where they may not want to go in in the first four weeks, but the last two weeks, they
Summary:
The Committee on Elections first met in executive session and took up a committee substitute for H.J.R. 122, which combined H.J.R. 122 with related measures H.J.R. 104 and H.J.R. 149. Representative Banderman offered and the committee adopted an amendment limiting leadership terms in the resolution from three terms to two for the House speaker and from two terms to one for the Senate president. The committee then adopted the revised substitute and voted the combined resolution do pass by a 9-1 vote.
In public hearing, the committee heard HB 1987, a technical fix to local filing deadlines for declarations of candidacy when the deadline falls on a holiday. Representative Hinman explained the bill was requested by city and school clerks to avoid requiring offices to open on holidays such as New Year’s Eve or Christmas Day. Testimony from city, municipal, and county clerk organizations was unanimously supportive, and no opposition was offered.
The committee also heard HCR 23, which urges Congress to recognize state authority over election laws and campaign finance. Sponsor Representative Perkins and supporting witnesses argued the resolution is a federalism measure grounded in the Tenth Amendment and noted that similar resolutions have passed in 24 other states. Some members questioned whether the resolution could conflict with federal election policy or allow inconsistent state approaches, but the sponsor said the measure simply affirms state authority and does not mandate any specific policy.
Finally, the committee heard HB 1802, which would allow poll challengers and watchers to be present during in-person absentee voting in first-class and charter counties, with procedures for advance notice. The sponsor said the bill was intended to create consistency after differing county practices and to address issues seen in St. Charles County during the 2024 election. The St. Charles County election director supported the bill as a clarification of existing law, while some members raised concerns about unequal treatment of counties and the potential for disruption. The hearing concluded without a vote on HB 1987, HCR 23, or HB 1802.
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- Members, this week we took the oath of office and we vowed to uphold our Constitution.
- I will be here through the weekend and all next week.
- We'll go through next week. Don't feel anxious. You have to get it done today.
- I'm going to postpone the housekeeping bill until Wednesday of next week.
- I'm going to postpone the housekeeping bill until Wednesday of next week.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Last week we testified.
- Last week I told my staff, and they were heartbroken because obviously they're losing jobs.
- Michelle Johnston, National Multiple Sclerosis Society, in support. Thank you.
- Jessica Moran, on behalf of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores, in support. Thank you.
- Jessica Moran, on behalf of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores, in support. Thank you.
Committee:
House Judiciary
Summary:
The committee began without a quorum and heard several bills. SB 41 by Senator Wiener would regulate pharmacy benefit managers by increasing transparency, banning patient steering and spread pricing, and requiring full pass-through of rebates. Supporters, including independent pharmacists and health groups, said PBM practices are driving pharmacy closures and higher costs; opponents argued the bill overlaps with recent PBM licensing and reporting changes in AB 116 and may be preempted by federal ERISA law. Members raised questions about confidentiality, legal preemption, and whether savings would reach consumers, and the author asked for an aye vote.
The committee then heard SB 378, also by Senator Wiener, which would let consumers seek civil penalties against online marketplaces that advertise illegal intoxicating hemp and unlicensed cannabis products. Supporters said online sales are undermining the licensed cannabis market and exposing children to unsafe products; opponents, including TechNet and hemp businesses, warned the bill is overbroad, could sweep in general-purpose platforms, and may raise First Amendment and dormant commerce clause concerns. The author said he would narrow the bill, remove industrial hemp references, and address strict liability and standing issues. Members generally supported the goal of protecting children and legal cannabis businesses, while asking for narrower language.
SB 243 by Senator Padilla would impose guardrails on AI companion chatbots, including disclosures, anti-addictive design limits, self-harm response protocols, reporting, audits, and a private right of action. Supporters, including Common Sense Media and AI transparency advocates, said companion chatbots can intensify loneliness, manipulate users, and have been linked to self-harm risks for minors; opponents said the definitions are too broad and could capture general-purpose AI tools, and several objected to the private right of action. Members expressed strong concern about child safety but also questioned the breadth of the bill and the need for clearer standards.
The committee also heard SB 522, which would preserve just-cause eviction protections for rental units destroyed by disaster and later rebuilt, and SB 259, which would restrict businesses from using device data such as hardware state or geolocation to set prices. SB 522 drew support from Los Angeles officials and tenant advocates who said rebuilt disaster housing should retain tenant protections, while landlords and Realtors opposed it as a burden on reconstruction. SB 259 was supported as a consumer protection against device-based price discrimination, but business groups opposed it as overbroad and harmful to legitimate pricing models. In both cases, members discussed the balance between consumer protection and business concerns, and the bills were held pending a quorum.
WA
Washington 2025-2026 Regular Session
Joint Select Committee on Health Care and Behavioral Health Oversight Dec 3rd, 2025 at 03:00 pm
Joint Select Committee on Health Care and Behavioral Health Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- So as we have wrapped up week four and into week five of open enrollment, our customers really heard
- And then in week two, it was a 20% increase from that time last year.
- So as we are, as we have wrapped up week four and into week five of open enrollment, our customers really
- So here in Washington State, it's 11 weeks.
- Our team was back with our National Medicaid Directors Association meeting last week, and CMS was at
Summary:
The committee first welcomed new DSHS Secretary Angela Ramirez, who described her background in public service and emphasized collaboration, relationships, and responsiveness to legislators as she begins her tenure. Members thanked her and noted they looked forward to working with her on the governor’s priorities and the state’s budget and service challenges.
The committee then heard a presentation on the West Coast Health Alliance from Governor’s Office, Department of Health, and state health leadership. Witnesses said the alliance was formed by Washington, Oregon, California, and Hawaii to provide unified, science-based public health guidance, especially on vaccines, amid federal instability and misinformation. They said the alliance has already issued vaccine recommendations and statements rejecting a vaccine-autism link, and is working on return-to-work guidance and responses to federal ACIP actions. Members asked about workload and coordination with an East Coast public health group; witnesses said the main challenge is communicating unified guidance rather than reviewing studies themselves.
Next, the Washington Health Benefit Exchange reported on open enrollment and the effects of federal changes, including the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits and HR1 provisions affecting immigrant eligibility and future auto-renewal rules. Officials said premium increases are driving some customers to drop coverage, while state actions such as silver loading and Cascade Care Savings are helping blunt the impact for many enrollees. They also described outreach through navigators, brokers, tribal organizations, and community groups, and noted rising website traffic and more customer questions during open enrollment. Members asked about enrollment trends, carrier participation, and how to communicate upcoming federal changes.
Finally, the Health Care Authority and Office of the Insurance Commissioner reviewed the state’s health reform history and the impact of federal changes on Medicaid and the individual market. They highlighted ongoing state efforts on affordability, prescription drug oversight, primary care and behavioral health access, preventive services, and rural health funding. Witnesses said agencies are coordinating across DSHS, HCA, OIC, the Exchange, Employment Security, and others to prepare for Medicaid work requirements and other HR1 changes, while also trying to reduce administrative burden and preserve access to care. No votes were taken.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Mar 30th, 2026 at 01:30 pm
Oklahoma Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- And this week causes me to assess the cross once again, the cross on which Jesus died.
- Beyond the OSBI, his talents have been showcased throughout our entire state and nation.
- in many permanent collections, from the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian to the National
- We have one that was elected last week, Senator Joe Gra ha, m, you wave there, he is.
- And also the newly elected, and I announced this last week, the newly elected governor of TeamPA, my
Bills:
SR34
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Mar 20th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- ACR 41 will proclaim the week of March 16th, 2025 to March 22nd.
- His name is Evan Bryan and he's 22 years old this week.
- Today, and this week, the CPRS, California Parks and Rec Society.
- In 1979, the United Nations General Assembly.
- It's a public health crisis in California and throughout this nation.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Senate Legislative Session Day 28 (2-17-26)
Kentucky Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- </c> a good explanation of where the national a good explanation of where the national party<00:56:32.400
- Because his impact was not only national. It was also international.
- Because his impact was not only national. It was also international.
- . national. national.
- </c> Reverend Jackson challenged the nation Reverend Jackson challenged the nation to<01:02:54.560><c
NM
New Mexico 2025 Regular Session
House - Chamber Meeting Oct 2nd, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- Our nation is different than any other nation because we have so many other countries here.
- She died last week, on September 27th.
- The week before she died, she was in hospice.
- Let's look at national standings for PED.
- This week, I take the whole week. My question is, in committee you talked about the amendments.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- But even with this due diligence, we wait weeks for prior authorization. Here is the challenge.
- But even with this due diligence, we wait weeks for prior authorization only to get denied.
- You know, we don't have to wait for, like, weeks and weeks.
- You know, we don't have to wait for like weeks and weeks. ...going to be very, very helpful for our patients
- You know, we don't have to wait for, like, weeks and weeks, you know, to just change, just tweak the
Committee:
House Health
FL
Florida 2025 Regular Session
Agriculture Feb 18th, 2025
Transcript Highlights:
- ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE REPUBLIC FOR WHICH IT STANDS ONE NATION
- VERY SOON YOU WILL HEAR REPORTS NATIONALLY THAT THE PERCENT IS HIGHER. THIS IS A FOREWARNING.
- IT'S ABOUT TO BE THE MAJOR NEWS STORY IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS.
- YOU TOLD THE NEWS YOU SAID SOMETHING IN THE NEXT TWO WEEKS.
- ABOUT THESE GIGANTIC LOSS RATES AND I'VE BEEN TOLD THAT IN THE NEXT WEEK OR TWO WEEK WILL HAVE A NUMBER