Video & Transcript Research : 'Second Amendment'
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CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 113 May 7th, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- be amended as follows and so amended be be amended as follows and so amended be referred<01:23:27.920
- Senate Bill 191 as amended. Senate Bill 125 as amended. Senate Bill 187 as amended.
- Senate Bill 184 as amended pass on second reading and ordered engrossed and placed in the calendar for
- Senate Bill 184 as amended pass on second reading and ordered engrossed and placed in the calendar for
- Senate Bill 189 is amended. Senate Bill 184 is amended. Pass. Second meeting order. Gross.
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, approved the journal, and received a series of engrossing/revising/enrolling notices and committee reports. Committee reports advanced several measures, including House Bills 1139 and 1263 from Business, Labor, and Technology; House Bills 1206, 1111, and 1014 from Finance; and later Appropriations reports on House Bills 1423, 1419, 1276, 1256, 1015, and Senate Bills 189, 188, 187, 180, and 125. The chamber also granted a brief recess for guests and later granted leave for the Joint Budget Committee to meet while the Senate was in session.
A major portion of the meeting was devoted to tributes and personal privilege remarks. Senators recognized the University of Denver men’s hockey team for winning the 2026 NCAA championship and adopted a joint Senate-House tribute honoring the team’s 11th national title. Senator Kolker also marked Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Day/Week, describing the condition, the need for screening and treatment, and honoring a guest advocate living with TD.
The Senate then moved through third-reading consent and final-passage votes on multiple bills. Measures passed included SB 181, HB 1338, HB 1344, HB 1336, HB 1227, HB 1314, HB 1282, HB 1317, HB 1078, SB 167, HB 1069, HB 1132, HB 1347, HB 1210, HB 1196, HB 1224, and HB 1028; HB 1028 was first removed from the consent calendar, amended with a conforming amendment, and then passed. Several bills drew notable opposition, including HB 1132 and HB 1210, while HB 1069 passed unanimously. The Senate also laid over the general order second-reading calendar to Friday, May 8, 2026, and took up special-order second-reading bills in committee of the whole, adopting the special-order consent calendar and reporting those bills back favorably for further consideration.
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama House Ethics and Campaign Finance Committee Feb 25th, 2026
Ethics and Campaign Finance
Transcript Highlights:
- We have a second. >> Second. >> All right.
- <00:06:41.840>
Second. >> favor motion. Second. >> favor motion. Second. - So that will be the first amendment. All right. We have a second amendment on that. >> Second.
- We have a second amendment on that. >> Second. Okay. All in favor? That's the first amendment.
- Second. >> All right. Second. We have Whorton motion and Horton with a second. All in favor?
Keywords:
juvenile justice, detention, age of majority, jurisdiction, child welfare, K-12 education, wireless communication devices, digital safety, social media education, classroom distraction, agriculture authority, eminent domain, property rights, tax exemption, agriculture center, SNAP, nutrition assistance, benefits theft, state reimbursement, food security
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Those on second reading are open to further amendment.
- The bill is on second reading and open for further amendment.
- And the amendment is adopted. The motion before us now is ought to pass with a second.
- Bill's on second reading. Open to further amendment.
- The bill is on second reading, open to further amendment.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Joint House Committee on Local Government and Senate Committee on State and Local Gvt. (3-11-26)
Transcript Highlights:
- amended by the committee and a second. amended by the committee and a second.
- We have an amendment. >> Yes, sir. >> We do. We have a motion and a second on the amendment.
- We have an amendment. >> Yes, sir. >> We do. We have a motion and a second on the amendment.
- Uh, we have a motion on Senate Joint Resolution 75 as amended. Is there a second? And a second.
- Is there a Resolution 75 as amended. Is there a second? second? second?
Keywords:
Upon adjournment of the concurrent meeting, the Senate State and Local Government committee will continue meeting, 958, all
Summary:
The concurrent meeting began with roll calls for both the Senate Standing Committee on State and Local Government and the House Standing Committee on Local Government, establishing quorums. The committees then heard a Department for Local Government presentation on the Community Development Block Grant program, which serves smaller and more rural areas. Commissioner Matt Sawyers and Executive Director Mark Williams explained the 2026 HUD application as a public hearing, noting an estimated total of a little over $25 million, with proposed allocations for public facilities, community projects, economic development, public services/Recovery Kentucky, and housing. They also described proposed changes, including shifting some funding from economic development to housing, raising non-traditional application ceilings, extending the economic development application window, and giving the commissioner flexibility to reallocate funds if requests exceed the allotment. No legislators or members of the public asked questions, and both chambers approved the presentation and then adjourned the House portion.
The Senate committee then took up Senate Bill 149 by Senator Elkins, which updates county treasurer statutes. The bill shortens the waiting period for appointing an acting treasurer from 30 days to 5 days and allows fiscal courts to appoint a temporary treasurer for up to 60 days during vacancies, illness, incapacity, or termination. Members discussed the need for continuity in county finances, and the bill received favorable expression 9-0.
Next, the committee considered several housing-related bills from the housing task force. Senate Bill 224, by Senator Mills, creates vested property rights for development applications and narrows who may appeal certain local land-use decisions; the committee adopted a substitute, then approved the bill 8-1 after members raised concerns about standing language and possible impacts on local participation. Senate Bill 225 requires the housing and construction department to analyze the cost and housing-supply effects of proposed housing regulations; it passed 9-0 after a committee substitute. Senate Bill 233, by Senator Neal, removes annual financial reporting requirements for homeowners associations with 14 lots or fewer to reduce burdens on small developments; it passed 9-0. Finally, Senate Joint Resolution 75, as amended, directs the Public Service Commission to study affordability and water/wastewater utility regionalization, including possible consolidation of small districts; the amendment and the resolution both passed 9-0, with one member noting concerns about whether the matter should proceed as an administrative case rather than a study.
CO
Colorado 2026 Regular Session
Colorado Senate 2026 Legislative Day 079 Apr 3rd, 2026
Colorado Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- There is an amendment at the desk. Mr. Shaffler, please read. L17. Amendment L17.
- amended. Are there any no votes? amended. Are there any no votes?
- I move amendment L008. I move amendment L008. So, move to the amendment. Thank you.
- House Bill 1186, House Bill 1044 as amended passed second reading in order revised and placed on calendar
- House Bill 1186, 1044 as amended passed House Bill 1186, 1044 as amended passed second<01:00:05.320><
Summary:
The Senate convened with a quorum, approved the corrected journal, and received committee reports advancing several measures, including House Bills 1237, 1081, 1208, and Senate Bill 103. The chamber also adopted a motion to proceed out of order for moments of personal privilege, during which members welcomed students from Fort Lewis College, Colorado State University, and Adams State University, as well as Volunteers of America and Zonta International, and recognized Volunteers of America’s 130th anniversary.
On third reading, the Senate passed House Bill 1120 on mobile home taxation and delinquent property tax collection after adopting a technical amendment, and passed House Bill 1007 on distributed energy resources after debate focused on safety, UL listing, utility coordination, and affordability. It also passed House Bill 1253 on disconnection of property from a statutory municipality and House Bill 1145 on water quality in mobile home parks, though the latter drew more opposition. House Bill 1044 on maternal health equity was amended to change language from a “statement of rights” to a required notice and to revise task force language, then passed after sponsors emphasized disparities in maternal mortality and provider training.
The Senate then adopted the Committee of the Whole report, which placed House Bills 1186 and 1044 on the calendar for third reading and laid over Senate Bill 134 and House Bills 1071 and 1084 until April 6. The chamber also confirmed three governor’s appointments to the State Board of Parole: Katherine Rodriguez, Rodrigo Luévano, and Greg Size. The meeting ended with announcements, including committee meeting notices and a brief personal privilege about the Artemis 2 launch, followed by a recess until noon.
NH
New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session
House Criminal Justice and Public Safety (04/24/2026)
Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Transcript Highlights:
- I move amendment 1389H. Hotel. Second. Um, lots of seconds. Whatever one you heard is what counts.
- I move amendment<00:23:10.840>
1389H amendment 1389H amendment 1389H Hotel.<00:23:13.320>Second - Second. Hotel. Second.
- I move OTPA on Senate Bill 409 as amended. >> I'll second that again. Seconded.
- Second. Second. Second.
Summary:
The committee first took up Senate Bill 409 in executive session, with the chair noting a caucus break to explain amendments to several substitute members. Members discussed a proposed amendment to narrow the bill’s felony provisions by limiting them to specific, knowingly dangerous conduct rather than making the offense too broad. The committee also noted a planned floor amendment to add missing “or” language to clarify that the listed acts were alternatives, not cumulative requirements. The amendment was adopted 13-0, and the bill as amended was then reported OTPA by a 13-0 vote. It was initially said to be headed to consent, but members later agreed it would not go on consent because a floor amendment was anticipated.
The committee then opened House Bill 667, which would extend protections for medical personnel into emergency room settings. Supporters said the bill was needed because emergency room staff face increasing assaults and existing protections did not fully cover ER circumstances. Several members described firsthand or secondhand incidents involving nurses, EMTs, and other staff being threatened or injured, and argued that stronger penalties would help deter violence and improve prosecution. Others supported the bill but raised concerns about how it might affect people experiencing mental health crises, dementia, or intellectual and developmental disabilities.
A proposed amendment from Representative Sher would exempt people experiencing a mental health crisis who have a mental health diagnosis, and also address dementia and certain developmental disabilities. Supporters said the amendment was narrowly tailored and had backing from the Disability Rights Center, NAMI New Hampshire, and the New Hampshire Nurses Association. Opponents argued that the criminal justice system already has safeguards such as prosecutorial discretion, insanity defenses, and competency rules, and warned against creating special exceptions that could weaken equal application of the law. After debate, the committee voted 10-3 to report HB 667 ought to pass, with members noting that minority and majority reports would be prepared.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- Bill's on second reading and open to further amendment.
- Bill's on second reading, open to further amendment.
- The amendment is adopted. It was on second reading, open to further amendment.
- The amendment is adopted. Bill's on second reading and open to further amendment.
- The bill is on second reading, open to further amendment.
CA
Transcript Highlights:
- Second? We have a motion and a second. Madam Secretary, please call the roll. File item 6.
- With a motion and a second. Please call the roll. Oh, we need a motion? With a motion and a second.
- And that is it—it's a lot of amendments.
- We look forward to seeing the amendments.
- We look forward to seeing the amendments.
CA
California 2025-2026 Regular Session
Assembly Floor Session Jul 17th, 2025
California House Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- to be amended in order to the second reading file one legislative day prior to the day required under
- , 40 with amendments, 25 with amendments, 402 with amendments, 35 with amendments, 507 with amendments
- amendments, 27 with amendments, 26 with amendments, 27 with amendments, 227 with amendments, 27 with
- amendments, 227 with amendments, 7.5,000 with amendments, 7.0 with amendments, 812 with amendments,
- SB 251, similar to the bill I just presented a second ago, would, as amended, appropriate around $1.2
Summary:
The Assembly convened after a quorum call, prayer, and the Pledge of Allegiance, then approved procedural motions including suspension of rules for same-day action on certain bills and removal of several measures from the consent calendar. Members also introduced guests and interns from their districts and offices. The chamber then moved through a large number of second- and third-reading items, with many bills deemed read and amendments deemed adopted, and several items passed or retained on file without debate.
On the floor, the Assembly concurred in Senate amendments to AB 104, a budget measure making technical and conforming changes to the 2025 Budget Act and extending loan repayment terms for two Imperial County hospitals, and to AB 138, which ratified additional collective bargaining agreements and related addenda. Members also concurred in Senate amendments to AB 1114 on private ambulance toll fee waivers, AB 642 on emergencies, AB 1051 on state highways, AB 1533 appropriating funds for state claims, SB 611 on housing and land-use litigation delays, SB 251 appropriating funds to pay claims against the state, and AB 1459 on hazardous materials regulatory programs. Most of these measures passed with little or no opposition; SB 611 and the claims bills were presented as urgency measures and passed unanimously or near-unanimously.
The consent calendar was adopted after ABs and SBs on the remaining list were approved, and the Assembly also re-referred SB 104 and SB 138 to the Budget Committee and moved SB 773 to the inactive file. The session concluded with adjournment-in-memory tributes for James Raymond Bell, a juvenile justice reform advocate, and Gail Yolanda McGowan, followed by notice of committee meetings and an announcement that the House would stand in summer recess and reconvene on August 18, 2025, at 1 p.m.
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection (2-24-26)
Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection
Transcript Highlights:
- The second thing I want to say is we always talk, good Second Amendment supporters like us always say
- Second Amendment. I'm actually a staunch Second Amendment.
- >
claims <00:09:17.400>by We analyze Second Amendment claims by We analyze Second Amendment - Uh, one reason would be, is this a beginning on our Second Amendment right or against our Second Amendment
- I would always stand for our second I would always stand for our second amendment<00:11:07.839><
Summary:
The House Standing Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection met with a quorum and considered one bill, House Bill 299. The bill, introduced by Rep. Jason Nemes with support from several law enforcement officials, would mirror federal law on machine gun conversion devices and make knowing possession of such devices a state offense so local law enforcement can enforce it without waiting for federal agents. Supporters said the measure would not criminalize conduct that is currently legal, would give police a practical tool to remove dangerous devices from the streets, and was backed by law enforcement groups and other organizations; the NRA was noted as neutral.
Chief Paul Humphrey and other police chiefs testified in support, describing the devices as a growing public safety problem and saying local officers currently lack authority to act unless federal authorities take the case. They argued the bill would help keep officers and communities safe and prevent weapons from being returned to the street. Rep. Roberts opposed the bill, questioning its constitutionality under Second Amendment precedent and arguing that criminals would likely shift to other devices. Rep. Wesley also voted no, citing Second Amendment concerns and his commitment to constituents, while several members explained yes votes as support for law enforcement and public safety.
The committee adopted a committee substitute and then voted on the bill. House Bill 299, as amended by the committee substitute, passed the committee with favorable expression and was reported to the House floor.
AR
Transcript Highlights:
- Okay, seeing no other questions, we need a motion to adopt the amendment. Motion and a second.
- Seeing no questions, I need a motion to adopt the amendment. Motion and a second. Any discussion?
- I need a motion to adopt the amendment. Motion in a second. Any discussion?
- Seeing no questions, I need a motion to adopt the amendment. Motion and a second. Any discussion?
- Okay, members, any questions on this amendment? Seeing none, we've got a motion and a second.
Summary:
The Special Language subcommittee met with a quorum and reviewed several governor’s letters containing special language for appropriations bills. Members heard housekeeping about the subcommittee’s call-based schedule and its role in reviewing only special language, not appropriations or personnel items. The committee then considered amendments affecting the Department of Finance and Administration, Department of Correction, Department of Education, Department of Agriculture, Department of Public Safety, shared administrative services, Commerce/Workforce Services, and Environment and Quality.
Key items included language directing DFA to limit administrative costs for pregnancy help organizations to 25% of awards; removing conflicting language so county jail reimbursement funds can only receive transfers in, not out; updating code to assign child nutrition responsibilities to the Department of Agriculture; implementing Act 909 of 2025 changes for school district EBD employer contributions and teacher equalization funds; and allowing the state CFO to waive a 3% central services fee for agricultural promotion boards to keep more funds in the industry. Members also discussed using Camp Robinson facility revenues for maintenance, allowing shared services billing under the Arkansas Forward Initiative, designating Arkansas Rehabilitation Services as the state unit for vocational rehab grants, and capping used tire program reimbursement rates at $2.31 starting July 1, 2026.
There was brief discussion on the agriculture fee waiver, with questions about its purpose, duration, and possible precedent; agency officials said it was a discretionary, point-in-time waiver meant to help the farm sector during a crisis. Another question addressed reporting on crisis pregnancy center grants, with DFA noting no grant funds had yet been distributed this fiscal year. Each amendment was adopted by voice vote, item 9 was skipped because it was superseded by item 10, and the meeting adjourned after all agenda items were completed.
ND
North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session
Senate State and Local Government Apr 3rd, 2025 at 09:00 am
State and Local Government
Transcript Highlights:
- We have a motion for the 2003 amendment by Senator Wallin. Second.
- Do you pass as amended by Senator Braunberger. Do we have a second? Second.
- We have an amendment. The 2001 by Senator Wallin. Do we have a second? Second by Senator Barter.
- We have a do pass as amended by Senator Wallin. Do we have a second? Second.
- We have a do pass as amended on 1469 by Senator Barta. Do we have a second?
Bills:
HB1162
Keywords:
Lake Agassiz, water authority, board of directors, state highways, water management, 908, all
Summary:
The committee heard House Bill 1162, which would add the West Fargo mayor as a voting member of the Lake Agassiz Water Authority board. The sponsor and Fargo’s mayor argued West Fargo has grown into a major regional water stakeholder and should have a formal vote, while members questioned the board structure and why the change was not framed more specifically. The bill was supported in testimony, closed without opposition, and received a 6-0 do pass recommendation.
The committee then took up House Bill 1259 on annual legislative sessions and session structure. Members adopted an amendment that left the structure and logistics of sessions to legislative management rather than prescribing details in statute, after discussion about flexibility, committee workload, annual versus biennial sessions, and concerns about preserving debate and committee process. The amended bill received a 4-2 do pass recommendation, with some members voting no because they preferred a different committee recommendation or had concerns about the broader change.
House Bill 1254, which would allow any North Dakota resident to obtain a State Library card, drew supportive testimony from the bill sponsor and State Library staff. They said the change would align law with current practice and expand access to books, e-materials, and other resources statewide, including for military families and out-of-state state employees. The committee closed the hearing and approved the bill 6-0.
The committee also considered House Bill 1469, which narrows financial disclosure requirements so only business or trust interests directly related to the office sought or held must be disclosed. After brief discussion that the change would reduce unnecessary disclosure burdens, the committee adopted the amendment and then gave the bill a 6-0 do pass recommendation. House Bill 1368, dealing with administrative rules and the standard for challenging them, was opposed by committee counsel as too broad and legally problematic; the committee rejected it on a 4-2 do not pass vote. Finally, House Bill 1219, which would reduce the required perpetual care fund set-aside for certain cemeteries from 20% to 10%, received supportive testimony from the sponsor, cemetery representatives, and local users, but also concern about long-term fund health. The committee ultimately recommended do pass on a 5-1 vote.
AL
Transcript Highlights:
- Do I hear a second? Um, the second is Amendment V28, rpl-1. I have no idea...
- Motion by Call, second by Sellers. Is there any discussion about that amendment being proposed?
- The amendment has been adopted. The first amendment has been adopted.
- The second amendment is another kind of technical amendment that just clarifies the provisions of this
- The amendment has been adopted. Now we're on... The amendment has been adopted.
Keywords:
salvage title, salvage certificate of title, rebuilt title, flood vehicle, junk vehicle, total loss, motor vehicle title, vehicle branding, insurance claim, insurance company, Department of Revenue, vehicle inspection, rebuilder, automotive dismantler, parts recycler, secondary metals recycler, junkyard, vehicle identification number, VIN, stolen vehicle
NH
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Commerce and Consumer Affairs (03/19/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- Representative Ammon moves ought to pass on Amendment 0943, and seconded by Representative Pusc.
- So I move Amendment 943H all to pass. Second. Okay, any discussion on the motion?
- So I move Amendment 943H all to pass. Second. Okay, any discussion on the motion?
- amendment amendment number 1084 1084 1084 uh Seconded by Representative Burrows.
- Representative Ammon, seconded by Representative Burrows, moved the amendment.
Summary:
The committee first took up House Bill 167, a PFAS-related measure expanding the state’s restrictions to include ski wax and related fluorocarbons. The sponsor said the bill was a follow-up to last year’s PFAS law and largely targeted products already off the market, describing it as a reaffirmation of the state’s intent to keep PFAS out of water. The committee voted unanimously to recommend the bill ought to pass and then placed it on the consent calendar.
Next, the committee considered House Bill 275 on health career credentialing requirements. The discussion centered on a proposal that would have required insurance companies to pay for training mandated by federal requirements. Members concluded that approach was not appropriate and voted unanimously to make the bill inexpedient to legislate, then placed it on the consent calendar. House Bill 276, dealing with on-premise beverage license requirements, was then reconsidered after an initial ITL vote. The committee adopted an amendment creating a tavern license for establishments limited to patrons over 21, with a higher fee and no food requirement, and then voted 15-0 to recommend the bill ought to pass as amended; it was also placed on the consent calendar.
The committee then took up House Bill 310, which would establish a commission to study a regulatory framework for stable tokens and tokenization of real-world assets. The sponsor said the amendment added blockchain-based trusts and discussion of privacy and environmental concerns. The committee approved the amendment 16-0 and then voted 16-0 to recommend the bill ought to pass as amended, placing it on the consent calendar. House Bill 312, concerning intercollegiate student athletes’ right to earn compensation from name, image, and likeness, was retained because members said the issue was not ready and the NCAA had not resolved how to handle it. Finally, the committee began discussion of House Bill 316 on ground ambulance reimbursement, with an amendment that would replace the bill’s reimbursement provisions with a study commission; members debated how it related to another bill, HB 725, and whether the amendment would delay immediate relief for ambulance providers.
NH
Transcript Highlights:
- We have a second amendment that was brought to us.
- We have a second amendment that was We have a second amendment that was brought<00:18:09.840>
to - So, Senator Waters, I'm sure, wants to still move Amendment 1965, and Senator Carson wants to second
- I'll second. May I... You want to adopt Amendment 1872? I didn't name it by number. Oh, 18...
- And now you want to do the final move to adopt as amended. Yes. Second. Any discussion?
MI
Transcript Highlights:
- Senate Bill 1086, a bill to amend the Nonprofit Corporation Act. Second reading of the bill.
- Senate Bill 1088, a bill to amend the Social Welfare Act. Second reading of the bill.
- Senate Bill 1090, a bill to amend the Code of Criminal Procedure. Second reading of the bill.
- Senate Bill 1091, a bill to amend the Michigan Vehicle Code. Second reading of the bill.
- House Bill 4833, a bill to amend the Revised Judicature Act of 1961. Second reading of the bill.
Summary:
The Senate convened with an invocation, pledge, attendance, and a series of recesses and caucus calls. The chamber also recognized the retirement of Larry Horn of the Michigan Senate Police Department and later honored departing staff members Macy Maine, Maddie Cutler, and Julia Schmidt. Senator Geiss delivered a statement marking the 62nd anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, emphasizing its legacy and the need to protect and strengthen civil rights protections.
The Senate received House messages on Senate Bills 870 and 878, with SB 878 sent to conference. It also introduced several new measures, including Senate Joint Resolution L and Senate Bills 1085 through 1091, plus House Bills 4833, 5152, 5153, and 5727, referring them to the appropriate committees. The chamber discharged multiple committees from further consideration of bills and suspended rules several times to move legislation onto the General Orders calendar and to allow committee meetings during session.
On the floor, the Senate passed House Bill 4072 and Senate Bills 792, 793, 1013, and 947. SB 1013, dealing with the Insurance Code and price optimization, included a failed Tice amendment and passed 34-3. SB 947, concerning dam safety under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, drew supportive remarks from Senator McMorrow and a strong no-vote explanation from Senator McBroom before passing 22-15. The Senate also adopted a McMorrow substitute for SB 947 and later considered a large group of bills in Committee of the Whole, reporting many with amendments and others without amendment for third reading. The session ended with the Senate adjourning until Friday, July 3rd at 12:15 a.m.
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Public Safety and Homeland Security
Transcript Highlights:
- Um, we've had amendments go in the paint... ...we've had amendments go in the paint.
- But I do not have that amendment. ...have that amendment.
- Have a second? Representative Pmore. ...it. Have a second? Representative Pmore.
- Amendment passes. Uh, Representative Hall, you have an amendment?
- Um, this is a friendly amendment. I Um, this is a friendly amendment.
Keywords:
emergency vehicles, off-road vehicles, public safety, liability, regulations, background check, criminal history, biometric identifiers, fingerprints, iris scan, palm print, photograph, rap back, NGI Rap Back, ALEA, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, AJIC, Alabama Justice Information Commission, employment screening, licensing
NH
New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session
House Finance Division III (03/28/2025)
Transcript Highlights:
- So, on the second page of the HB 2 amendments, I see a new 1392.
- So, on the second page of the HB 2 amendments, I see a new 1392.
- So, so on the second page of the HB2<01:26:25.760>
amendments, HB2 amendments, HB2 amendments, - Second. Uh all in HB2 amendment 1412. Second.
- Wait a second. Give my eyes a second. I'm not in the amendment. I don't see a 300,000.
Summary:
The Division 3 work session focused largely on amendment 1176 to HB 2, which would have incorporated the substance of HB 548FN, a House-passed bill creating a direct-pay or membership-based model for health care facilities. Representative Mlan described the proposal as a way to increase competition in health care by extending the direct-care model used in primary care to facilities, arguing it could encourage innovation and that concerns about widespread harm to critical access hospitals were overstated. He pointed to Oklahoma’s long-standing Surgical Center model as evidence that the approach had not spread broadly or displaced hospitals there.
Several members and witnesses raised concerns. Representative Stringham questioned whether the model would shift profitable services and patients away from existing hospitals, potentially worsening their finances and affecting Medicaid-related funding. David Ross, speaking for county nursing homes, opposed the language because it also removed moratoriums on nursing home, skilled nursing, inpatient rehabilitation, and self-pay beds, warning that it could increase pressure on Medicaid rates and undermine community-based care. Ben Bradley of the New Hampshire Hospital Association said the proposal appeared to create a separate regulatory framework for direct-pay facilities and raised concerns about patient safety, CMS participation rules, and a separate patient bill of rights.
The chair concluded that, because HB 548 was already moving through the Senate, the HB 2 process was not the best vehicle for the policy and that the issue should be left to the Senate’s more deliberative committee process. Representative Ferski moved to not accept or remove amendment 1176 from the agenda, and the committee approved the motion by roll call, 9-0, withdrawing the item from HB 2.
AL
Alabama 2026 1st Special Session
Alabama Senate Transportation and Energy Committee Mar 11th, 2026
Transportation and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- So, uh Senator Weaver, second. >> Any further questions on the amendment?
- So, uh Senator Weaver, second. >> Any further questions on the amendment?
- Chairman, I move a favorable report as amended. >> Second. >> All right.
- Chairman, I move a favorable report as amended. >> Second. >> All right.
- So, we got a motion and a second of the amendment.
Keywords:
SB341, Alabama, veteran license plate, veteran tag, distinctive license tag, specialty plate, radiation exposure, atomic bomb testing, ionizing radiation, World War II veterans, Vietnam veterans, Korean War veterans, Cold War veterans, Desert Storm, Desert Shield, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Inherent Resolve, Department of Veterans Affairs, probate judge